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The winds of change are blowing in Mt. Pleasant.
For more than a year, people here have been working with one another to change their community for the better. From revitalizing its historic downtown with new businesses to the transformation of its schools into the nation’s first public K-12 STEAM campus focused on teaching students through cooperation and problem solving in an environment filled with science, technology, education, art and math, the city is buzzing with leaders working to make a difference.
Mt. Pleasant Community Development Corporation Director Donna Morency, who will soon celebrate her 10th anniversary of living in the community, as well as her second year as the region’s school board representative, has watched and participated in many of the city’s efforts as a member of some of they city’s most active organizations.
The Daily Herald sat down with Morency to discuss this ongoing theme of change.
Question: You serve the Community Development Corporation and the Arrow Lake Foundation. Can you tell us about both organizations?
Answer: I have served as the director of the Mt. Pleasant Community Development Corporation (CDC) since 2012. The CDC is a non-profit organization that is a private/public partnership with local industries, the City of Mt. Pleasant and other non-profit organizations. The CDC has three main focuses that include economic development, education and quality of life. This year’s main focuses include the revitalization of historic downtown Mt. Pleasant, the development of the Parks and Recreation Department and the continued improvement to our local schools.
I also serve as the director of the Arrow Lake Foundation (ALF). The ALF is a non-profit organization that was started in 2013 and is a contributor to the Mt. Pleasant CDC. The Arrow Lake Foundation focuses on education, conservation and health. Some of the projects that the ALF participates in are the backpacks of school supplies for Mt. Pleasant Elementary School, the zika project at Mt. Pleasant High School, a food giveaway and health fair with Maury Regional and the disc golf course with Mt. Pleasant Parks and Recreation. I also serve on the Mt. Pleasant Chamber of Commerce, the Mt. Pleasant Community Foundation, Mt. Pleasant Arts Council, the Mid-South BBQ Festival, Kid’s on Stage Foundation, Tennessee Downtowns Committee and the Retire Tennessee and Three Star Committees.
Q: What are some of the projects you most enjoyed or feel are most beneficial to the City of Mt. Pleasant?
A: No one project is my favorite, but really an accumulation of many that are now coming together. Mt. Pleasant’s culture is changing, and we are beginning to see ourselves in a different light. A few years ago, Mt. Pleasant had a negative persona, as much to those of us that live here as to those outside. With the culture changes happening at our schools and the revitalization of our downtown, we are beginning to see ourselves differently and that is the most exciting thing to me. There is now a “we can do this” energy in the city.
Q: As a community leader, what is your vision for Mt. Pleasant? Where do you see Mt. Pleasant 10 years from now?
A: Not as much as a community leader, but more as someone that makes Mt. Pleasant my home, I think my vision for Mt. Pleasant is like that of most residents. I want to see Mt. Pleasant stay the quaint small town that it has always been. However, I also want to see our historic storefronts occupied and businesses flourishing. Growth is inevitable, but I want to see growth managed so that Mt. Pleasant retains the charm of “Maury’s Mayberry.”
Q: What are some recent projects conducted by other groups or individuals that stand out to you the most?
A: Let me start by saying that what is happening in Mt. Pleasant now is not the work of one person or one group. Without everyone working together, nothing could happen. That said, I would have to start with Maury County Investments, the group of businessmen who are renovating our historic buildings and bringing new businesses, entrepreneurs and residents to Mt. Pleasant.
Also, our city commissioners who have supported the addition of a Parks and Recreation director and his committee. Just in its’ infant stage, this will change the ‘quality of life’ for all our residents, but most importantly for our children and senior citizens. And of course, our schools. Once thought of as having ‘downtrodden’ schools, Mt. Pleasant’s PreK-12 STEAM campus is now leading the way in Maury County. Partnerships with Kids on Stage Foundation, Parker-Hannifin and now NASA are giving our students a chance at a first class education, while attracting parents to Mt. Pleasant who want their children to have a chance to attend them.
And there are many more, from our service clubs that are making improvements in our parks to the businesses, groups and individuals that fill backpacks with school supplies for our students. Our community working together has made the difference in Mt. Pleasant.
Q: Is there something the community desperately needs, but no one is working on? Are there any other groups or organizations that people should keep an eye out for?
A: Mt. Pleasant’s infrastructure is one of the biggest problems we face, but the city is diligently working to improve these. They are attacking the outdated sewer system problem and are working on a plan for the outdated sewer, water, electrical and gas lines in the downtown area. We need the people of Mt. Pleasant to support our local businesses whenever they can. ‘Buying local’ keeps money in our community. It keeps local businesses open and adds tax revenue that is used for city improvements and schools. It also helps to keep our property taxes low. As far as other groups and organizations to keep an eye on, Mt. Pleasant is full of those. From church groups to music groups, there are people making a difference every day. I would say, just keep your eyes on Mt. Pleasant.
Q: What is your favorite part of Mt. Pleasant and why?
A: My favorite part of Mt. Pleasant is the people. Living here is a lot like having a really large family. We sometimes disagree, but when someone needs something, or something needs to be done, people come together and act like a family. The people of Mt. Pleasant are, by far, my favorite part of living here.


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Friends and relatives of Jeremy Galmon are still trying to cope with his loss. Two year old Galmon was shot to death Sunday in Central City.
One by one, they stopped to drop off stuffed animals and mementos at a make-shift memorial for little Jeremy. Some are relatives, some never met the child, but they all feel strongly that this violence can’t continue.
Kenneth Valerie says, “Just a sad thing, really a sad thing in New Orleans on a beautiful day like it was yesterday and everybody having fun, but you’ve got people doing things that shouldn’t have happened.”
Detectives spent the day talking to residents , looking for leads while cops handed out Crimestoppers fliers. But it’s little consolation to Jeremy’s great-grandmother who is devastated.
Clementine Williams says, “I’m really hurt, I just don’t understand how something like this could just happen. What reason? Why? He’s a baby, if somebody is beefin, beef with them, why are you going to just take an innocent baby?”
And when cops do find the killer, this is what Williams would like to see happen.
“Find them and torture them, that’s what I want. I want them to feel my pain” Williams says.

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As the NFL heads into Week 9, the competition intensifies with a group of teams holding two or three losses, all vying for postseason spots. Neil Sadaka's famous line, "Breaking up is hard to do," aptly captures the tight race in the league. However, November is here, and it's the time when the contenders start to pull away from the pack.
Teams with two or three losses entering Week 9 significantly boost their chances of reaching the playoffs. Historical data shows that 84.8% of couples with two losses and 63.4% with three losses through Week 9 make it to the postseason since 1990.
Week 9 of the 2023 NFL season will be thrilling, featuring three marquee matchups involving teams with two or fewer losses. It's the most such games in a single week this late in a season since 2020.
Game 1: The AFC's top-performing teams, Kansas City (6-2) and Miami (6-2), are set to make history by playing the league's first regular-season game in Frankfurt, Germany, on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. ET, live on NFL Network.
Game 2: Baltimore (6-2) will face Seattle (5-2) in a cross-conference battle between first-place teams at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday on CBS.
Game 3: Philadelphia (7-1) puts its impeccable record on the line in an NFC East showdown against Dallas (5-2) at 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday, televised on FOX.
Set your alarms early on Sunday, as the action begins with an exciting morning matchup. After witnessing these games, you'll be grateful for the extra rest from that additional hour of sleep you gained on Saturday night.
Here are the starting 11 highlights for Week 9:
Showdowns and Super Bowls: The game between Miami and Kansas City, two teams with two or fewer losses, is rare but not unprecedented. Interestingly, three of the last four matchups in Week 9 or later have produced Super Bowl champions. Keep an eye on this game as it unfolds at Frankfurt Stadium.
Close Contests Continue: This season, the NFL has seen 85 of 122 games, almost 70%, being within one score during the fourth quarter. The trend of close games has continued into 2023, making every game an exciting battle.
Midpoint of the Season: Week 9 marks the midway point of the 2023 NFL season. The Chargers (3-4) take on the Jets (4-3) on Monday Night Football at MetLife Stadium, setting the stage for the second half of the season.
Player Spotlight - Daron Bland vs. A.J. Brown: Two standout players, Daron Bland and A.J. Brown, have been making waves in their respective positions. They will face off when Dallas challenges Philadelphia, promising an exciting matchup.
Team Matchup to Watch: Keep an eye on the turnover margin when Buffalo and Cincinnati go head-to-head. Buffalo has one of the highest takeaways this season, while Cincinnati has one of the lowest giveaways. The result will hinge on this critical statistic.
Lamar Jackson's NFC Dominance: Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson boasts an impressive record against NFC opponents, with five consecutive wins. This week, he faces the first-place Seattle team, looking to maintain his dominance.
Record-Breaking Rookie: Minnesota's Jordan Addison is on pace for 14 touchdown receptions in a 17-game season, threatening Randy Moss's rookie record. He's a player to watch for the remainder of the season.
Under-the-Radar Storyline: Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon returns to Northeast Ohio, where he was born, as Arizona faces Cleveland. It's a homecoming for Gannon, and the game could hold surprises.
Division Turnaround: Atlanta and New Orleans want to complete worst-to-first turnarounds in the NFC South. The NFL has a history of such transformations, and the two teams are hunting for the division crown.
Speedster Alert: Kenneth Walker hit remarkable speeds in Week 8, making him one of the fastest players this season. His breakneck pace adds an electrifying element to the game.
Shanahan's Legacy: The game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Green Bay Packers reunites two coaching giants. Mike Shanahan oversaw a coaching staff in Washington that featured future NFL head coaches. It's a match of wits and legacies.
Week 9 of the 2023 NFL season promises intense competition and intriguing storylines as teams battle for supremacy and playoff positions.

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Maybe it's time to move on to a bigger and better Hemsworth, Miley!
Check out the poster art (above) for the upcoming Thor movie.
Chris Hemsworth is lookin' good as the hammer-wielding norse warrior/superhero!
We're excited for this one!
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After a mastectomy, you may choose to have breast reconstruction. Learn your options after surgery.
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This course enables learners to form a general understanding of entrepreneurship and it lays a good foundation for students to develop further skills and more specific knowledge in related areas. Entrepreneurship is more than merely writing up a business plan. Thus, the course through practical pedagogical approaches to teaching, seeks to encourage entrepreneurial thinking and the integration of course readings, real life cases/ examples and the collective experience of students. Students will study entrepreneurship theoretical frameworks that help to conceptualize and develop new enterprise, supplemented by the practical application through active participation in a highly interactive class and group discussions, including class projects and case studies.
This course is part of:
- Graduate Certificate in Technopreneurship and Innovation
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1. Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Gartner, W. B. 1989. "Who Is an Entrepreneur?" Is the Wrong Question. Entrepreneurship: Theory & Practice, 13(4): 47-68.
2. Overview of the Entrepreneurial Process & Related EcosystemParayil, G. 2005. From "Silicon Island" to "Biopolis of Asia": Innovation policy and shifting competitive strategy in Singapore. California Management Review, 47(2): 50-73. Porter, M. E. (2008). The Five Competitive Forces that Shape Strategy. Harvard Business Review, 86(1), 78-93.
3. Creativity, Innovation and Opportunity Recognition
5. The Business Plan
Sahlman, W. A. 1997. How to Write a Great Business Plan. Harvard Business Review, 75(4): 98-108
6. The Business Plan Part 2: Marketing & Operations
7. The Business Plan Part 3: Finance & Packaging
8. The Business Plan Part 4: Advocacy & Critique
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Starting in your 40s, it's easier than ever for the pounds to creep on—and tougher to take them off. Thanks to a slowing metabolism you could be burning 300 fewer calories per day than you did in your early 20s, according to the American Council on Exercise. What's more, falling estrogen levels during perimenopause and menopause (which begin in your early 40s) can cause insulin sensitivity, which makes it harder for your body to control the amount of sugar in your blood, says Caroline Cederquist, MD, a board-certified bariatric surgeon and founder of the meal delivery service BistroMD. This can make your blood sugar levels more prone to spiking and crashing, which can increase your urge to snack—especially on high-carb, sugary junk, Cederquist says.
Ideally, we sleep about eight hours for every 24. Most people spend another seven to ten hours sitting at their desk. That means most of us spend the overwhelming majority of our time sedentary. Our bodies weren’t designed for this level of inactivity—most of humans’ evolutionary history involved being active, searching for food and fuel. Nutritionist Lisa Jubilee says that one way to burn more calories daily is to stand more and sit less. She cites a British study which found that standing at work burned 50 more calories per hour than sitting. If that doesn’t sound like a lot, consider this: If you stand for just three hours of your day, in one year you’d expend more than 30,000 extra calories—which amounts to about 8 lbs of fat!
Muscles are what keeps our metabolism high and as we age, our muscles slowly start to get smaller, therefore allowing our metabolism to slow down. To counteract this, Shapiro recommends that we start lifting weights. “No, you won’t get big and bulky. In fact, you’ll stay lean,” she says. That’s because weight training causes you to burn more calories per workout than cardio sessions, and you continue to burn them post workout. And that’s not all—click here to discover 40 Ways to Lose 4 Inches of Body Fat!
In addition to green tea, coffee is one of the best drinks for weight loss because it boosts your metabolism. The average metabolic rate of people who drank caffeinated coffee was 16 percent higher than that of those who drank decaf, according to a study published in the journal Physiology & Behavior. A cup of black coffee is a good pre-workout beverage, too: Researchers found that cyclists who took a caffeine supplement were able to ride about a mile farther than those who took a placebo. Make yours a venti and skip the sweeteners. 4 Risky Exercises People OVER 40 Must AVOID
The smoothies are made from a combo of fruit, nonfat Greek yogurt and milk, and a few nuts, and they run about 300 calories. Snacks can be cut vegetables and a handful of almonds or whole-grain crackers with 1 tablespoon of peanut butter. In reality, the daily calories are slightly low for this to be a safe plan, and there’s not enough protein or whole grains on the plan. Start Losing Belly Fat Fast -- 7-Minute Beginner Home Exercise Routine
Recent research suggests that women on average will lose muscle mass twice as fast as men the same age, and that can make a huge difference in their ability to lose or at least maintain weight, Peeke says. Muscle is far more "metabolically active" than fat, meaning that lean, more muscular people have an easier time burning calories at rest than to people with higher proportions of body fat. How to Boost Metabolism and Lose Weight Without Dieting
Fortunately, I stayed full for hours, so didn’t feel compelled to snack … but I was exhausted and mean. I wanted to go for a quick run in the afternoon, but the premise of getting off the couch made my headache worse. I sat put and ate more fruit. For dinner, my parents took me to a Vietnamese restaurant to celebrate my last day in town for the holidays. I ordered a grilled chicken breast and a small portion of white rice, which I ate with a side salad that required me to pick around the bell peppers, which are off-limits. The meal was delicious, but not following it with frozen yogurt, which is sold RIGHT NEXT to the Vietnamese place, was devastating and made my holiday season significantly less magical.
“Cutting back on processed carbohydrates is essential for weight loss after 40,” explains Jennifer Cassetta, clinical nutritionist, personal trainer and health expert from ABC’s “My Diet Is Better Than Yours.” “Maintaining blood sugar and insulin levels is vital to weight loss, so cutting back on foods that spike blood sugar and insulin is a must.” A good place to start would be by replacing the refined carbs in your diet with unsweetened steel-cut oatmeal. Oats are a solid source of blood sugar-regulating magnesium, a nutrient that also helps boost fat burn.
Generally, Rihanna does what she wants when it comes to food. Sometimes she eats at traditional Italian restaurants, sometimes she has her chef cook for her, and sometimes she just drinks beer. But when she does want to diet, she goes on the 5-Factor Diet by Harley Pasternak. The basis is pretty simple: Eat five meals a day, and make sure each of those meals include five “essential” ingredients.
Your 40s are not the time to try fad diets for quick weight loss. You're smarter than that. You need a plan for long-term health, well-being, weight loss and weight maintenance. To do that, set SMART goals. SMART goals are used by motivational coaches to help anyone become more successful. If you want your weight loss plan to work, you'll set one too. It takes just 30 minutes or less to set up and it provides a roadmap for your entire weight loss journey.
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With the exception of weekends, Madonna follows a strict macrobiotic diet that eliminates meat, dairy, wheat, and eggs. The star foods in this eating plan are “sea vegetables,” which are in the seaweed realm, but rich in minerals and dietary fiber. Some other staples include tofu and sauerkraut. The lack of actual food in this diet explains why Madonna can still pull off leotards.
You may not have time for formal exercise, but the more you move, the more calories you burn. Perhaps you take a walk around the field during your kids' soccer practice or opt for the stairs and the far-out parking spot at work. Reconnect with your significant other by taking a brisk evening walk together. When you are trying to lose weight quickly, every little bit of movement counts.
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“Your 30s are an awesome time,” says Larson. “This is the decade you want to get and stay physically fit, and focus on maintaining.” In your 20s, you could binge on pizza and wine and work it off quickly, but in your 30s, it takes a little longer. As your muscle mass and metabolism dip, you lose the margin for error. You’re also leaning into your career, experiencing more stress. And women are having babies, losing sleep, and get into irregular eating patterns. “Don’t wait to lose the baby weight,” says Larson. “You don’t want to take 5 to 10 pounds with you into the next decade.”
THIS TOOL DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. It is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment and should not be relied on to make decisions about your health. Never ignore professional medical advice in seeking treatment because of something you have read on the WebMD Site. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your doctor or dial 911. Fit and Fabulous at 50: My Amazing Body Transformation. BEFORE & AFTER Weight Loss INSPIRATION!
Iron deficiency affects more than 1 in 5 women in the U.S. Being deficient in essential minerals can show up in all kinds of ways, such as fatigue and anemia, but an iron deficiency can also be a blow for getting into your skinny jeans with relative ease. See, your body can’t work as efficiently to burn calories when it doesn’t have what it needs to work properly. A cup of lentils, it turns out, provides over a third of your daily iron needs. Legumes like lentils also have been shown to drive down bad cholesterol and blood pressure. That’s why they’re one of the 7 Best Foods to Eat for Rapid Weight Loss!
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Here’s how to rock a Wild Workout: Warm up with light cardio, mobility, and dynamic stretching (at least 60 seconds). Work out and get your blood pumping for 20 seconds, followed by 10 seconds of rest. Repeat 10 times for a total of 5 minutes. You can do simple exercises like jumping rope or pedaling as hard as you can on a stationary bike. If you’re more athletic, try burpees or hill-sprints. Do whatever full-body movement is best for you—but do it as hard as you can and don’t forget the 10 second rests (hint: if you’re doing it right, you definitely won’t forget to rest between sets!).
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, especially when you opt for eggs. Research published in the International Journal of Obesity reveals that study subjects who ate eggs for breakfast had a 61 percent greater drop in their BMI and a 34 percent greater waist measurement reduction than those who ate a similar number of calories, but from carb-rich sources. And for more great ways to look your very best, here are the 15 Men’s Haircuts That Will Make You Look Instantly Younger.
Eager to shave off a few pounds after your 40th birthday? Start by opting for organic produce instead of the conventionally-grown stuff. Research conducted at the Centre for Research in Environmental Epidemiology reveals that organochlorine pesticides can alter the levels of thyroid hormone in the human bloodstream, potentially increasing weight gain and causing thyroid health issues. Considering that older women are already at an increased risk for thyroid problems, like hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, it’s a good idea to go organic ASAP. Pregnancy Weight Gain: My Biggest Regret
I add my voice to those who are over 70. We also need relevant information to help us lose weight and also become fitter. We keep hearing about the older generation blocking beds in hospitals and are almost made to feel as thought we are the biggest problem in the universe so, come on Fitbit, give us some sensible help here with nutrition and exercise for the not very fit and overweight older people who want to improve their health. Some of us have genuine health problems, like arthritis, which makes some exercises impossible to do so a little help from Fb would go a long way to addressing our needs.
It takes the body extra effort to break down whole grains than more refined and processed grains, like the flour ordinarily used to make bread and pasta. You can help keep your metabolic rate elevated by consuming foods that the body has to work harder to digest. Your go-tos are whole foods that are also rich in fiber. We’re talking brown rice, oatmeal, quinoa, and sprouted grain bread.
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IN ALL MY YEARS counseling clients – including many celebrities and dignitaries who must remain unnamed – I've never recommended celebrity-endorsed quick fixes like cleanses over common sense. But whether I like it or not, celebrity fad diets are often mimicked by their fans of all ages, who may be vulnerable to eating disorders and unrealistic expectations about how these eating plans will actually change their lives (or not). Fortunately, there are a few celebrities whose eating, exercise and lifestyle habits my colleagues and I applaud. Here are a few famous folks you can follow with a clear conscious (for now, at least):
Poor sleep becomes a common problem in menopause and can jeopardize weight loss and overall health. Studies show that lowering hot flashes, one of the benefits of the ketogenic diet, can help you sleep better. Brenda could finally get eight hours of high-quality, uninterrupted sleep, leaving her feeling fabulous. Adding a bioidentical progesterone cream at night can really help with sleep, too.
While sun-worshipping can have you looking more leather bag than human, a little controlled exposure to UV rays can yield some serious benefits for your weight. According to research conducted at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, overweight women between 50 and 75 who had adequate vitamin D levels shed more weight and more body fat than those whose levels remained low. A study in Psychopharmacology also reveals that subjects with depression who popped a vitamin D supplement experienced improvements in their mood in just five days, so don’t be afraid to let the sunshine in.
Brenda swapped out her adrenal-zapping cardio (which she hated anyway!) for weight resistance and high-intensity interval training. Studies show HIIT helps you lose weight, lower blood pressure, and reduce oxidative stress (all big problems during menopause). Another study found menopausal women who combined a ketogenic diet with resistance training became leaner than those who didn’t.
When you want to add flavor to your food, pass on the salt shaker (you're probably eating too much salt anyway). Instead, reach for hot sauce or chili powder. Chili peppers contain the chemical capsaicin, says Dudash. "The capsaicin in the chili peppers has a thermogenic effect,” she says, causing the body to burn up to an additional 90 calories immediately following a meal. One study shows capsaicin activates brown fat, which increases calorie burning. "The dosage is high, though," says Dudash. "At about 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne per sitting, you've got to really enjoy the heat!"
It is genuinely hard to believe that Monica Bellucci is 54 years old. She is every bit as stunning as the day she began modelling for the likes of Dolce and Gabbana and Dior. The Italian model and actress is best known for her roles as a “Bond girl” in the 2015 James Bond film Spectre, and as “Persephone” in The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions. More recently, the mother of two appeared as herself in the murder mystery TV Series Twin Peaks and is the brand ambassador for skincare label Nivea.
Beyoncé recently teased fans on a big announcement, then she appeared on Good Morning America and disappointed fans by announcing how she got her flawless body. Beyoncé is known to be a big advocate of the vegan meal-delivery service 22 Days Nutrition, which she followed in conjunction with a 22-day vegan challenge. Following a vegan diet, however, takes proper planning to ensure you take in all of your food groups and important nutrients. So unless you have specialized needs, there’s no need to completely cut out animal foods like meat and dairy.
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Because your resting metabolic rate—i.e., how many calories you burn at rest—is based on many variables such as your height and weight, genes, sex, activity level, current diet, and muscle mass, there's little chance your system needs exactly the same amount of calories or micronutrients like protein, carbs, and fat, as a celeb you aspire to eat like, according to Dr. Seltzer. "Weight-loss diets aren't one-size-fits-all," he says. "Following someone else’s is like looking through their glasses. The likelihood of seeing clearly with their prescription is really low."
With her flowing, untamed blonde locks, piercing blue eyes and perfectly defined cheekbones, Michelle Pfeiffer is truly genetically blessed. Known for her tendency to portray strong women with intense sex appeal, the 60-year old is credited as one of the most talented actresses of her generation. She has received countless accolades and awards and is universally recognised as one of the most beautiful women of all time.
Absolutely agree. I’m coming up to 64 years old and have managed to loose weight, gain lean muscle and strength by a combination of healthy eating and regular vigorous exercise. I prefer to do my gym sessions in a functional gym where I can combine HIIT training with some basic weight training and strength exercises such as prowler pushing, battle rope exercises or tyre flips. Over the past 6 months I’ve seen an amazing change in my body shape and I’m now maintaining a healthy weight and body mass index as I shed fat and gain lean muscle. The key to success is to enjoy a varied training schedule and not get stuck into repeating the same exercises every session.
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The wind is all around us. Most times it is quiet and unassuming, but it is there. In the background. Constant.
Much like the wind, your thoughts are quietly powerful and free-flowing. Their presence is prominent even when you’re not aware of them. In the background. Constant.
So wouldn’t it make sense to learn to harness their power the way windmills harness the wind?
One single thought has the power to run through your mind, morphing into a million other thoughts in the matter of seconds.
Have you ever noticed how the smallest seeds of doubt or fear planted in your thoughts can quickly multiply like the most aggressive garden weeds?
In a moment your mindset can shift. Out of control. If you let it.
The key is learning to recognize those potentially damaging thoughts when they are merely a passing breeze. Those thoughts will dictate your energy if given the chance to flow freely. But what can you do about them?
Once we recognize them, our task is to redirect them and shift our perspective.
What are the positives in the situation you are facing?
What are your strengths and capabilities?
What do you stand to gain by successfully navigating the challenge at hand?
What are you blessed by in this moment?
Those questions do a few powerful things… they harness your focus and they empower your potential.
By focusing on the positives instead of the negatives, you harness power.
By focusing on what you CAN do instead of what you cannot, you harness power.
By focusing on successful outcomes instead of worrying about the unknown, you harness power.
By focusing on your blessings instead of your hardships, you harness power.
The challenge is that often our thoughts have a mind of their own. It can be hard to wrangle the wind! But you can most certainly do it. We all can.
- Become more aware of your potentially damaging thoughts as they enter your mind.
- Become more committed to changing the focus of your thoughts.
- Be open to the changes you may need to make within yourself to truly be able to successfully harness your power.
Ultimately, we need to consciously decide if we will allow our thoughts to have all-consuming power of us. Or, if we are going to wrangle that wind and empower ourselves. Choose your power.

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Wednesday marks 50 years since the famous March on Washington, when more than 200,000 Americans gathered in support of civil rights. Capital correspondent Karen Dewitt sat down with former governor David Paterson, the first African-American to serve as governor of New York state, to talk about the event and its impact on his life.
Karen Dewitt: Gov. Paterson, we’re really glad you could join us to talk about this topic. First of all, I want to know how old you were when the March on Washington happened.


CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Broward County public school students will be returning to virtual classrooms when school starts on Aug. 19.
But when will students begin heading back to physical classrooms?
Schools Superintendent Robert Runcie offered new details this week in his State of the Schools address, in media interviews, and in a video to parents.
He said by the end of September, the school district will assess if buildings can be opened on a limited basis to students. That will depend on the rate of coronavirus infections.
For students to return to regular classrooms, the positivity rate (the rate of people testing positive out of those taking the test) will need to be below 5 percent in Broward County, Runcie said.
It’s been averaging between 10-15 percent in recent weeks.
If schools do reopen, they will operate as a hybrid model with students going to schools two or three days a week and take part in virtual learning on the other days, he said.
Students would eventually move to the full-time in school model if the virus infection rates dwindle further.
In addition, Runcie said the district is looking at the possibility of opening some schools for students with disabilities no earlier than Aug. 31, but only if teachers are available and parents permit their children to attend.
Also, he said, as the new school year begins, virtual education will be offered in afternoon and evening sessions to make it easier for working parents to be involved in their children’s schoolwork. He didn’t offer any specific details.
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Vodafone is expanding its Gigafast Broadband roll out to bring full fibre services to more consumers and small businesses in the UK after striking a new commercial deal with Openreach.
From spring 2020, Vodafone will start making Vodafone Gigafast Broadband available to customers in Birmingham, Bristol and Liverpool on the FTTP network that Openreach is building.
The agreement includes the option for further phases that could extend coverage to other places.
With the addition of Birmingham, Bristol and Liverpool, Vodafone Gigafast Broadband is currently live or planned in 15 cities or towns.
Vodafone UK Chief Executive Officer Nick Jeffery said: “Vodafone is committed to a full fibre future and to creating the infrastructure Britain needs to compete and win in the digital era.
"This initiative with Openreach builds on our existing commitments with CityFibre and underlines our belief in the power of digital technology to connect people for a better future and unlock economic growth for the UK.”
In addition to full fibre, Vodafone has already introduced 5G in Birmingham, Bristol and Liverpool as part of its wider nationwide roll-out programme of the new mobile technology.
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Vaccines are one of the greatest public health advancements of all time, resulting in the control, elimination, or near-elimination of numerous infectious diseases that were once pervasive and often fatal whilst also providing broader societal and economic benefits.1
Pfizer has a rich history in vaccine research and development. Over the years, we’ve played a pivotal role in eliminating or nearly eliminating deadly infectious diseases like smallpox and polio globally. We have designed novel vaccines based on new delivery systems and technologies that have resulted in vaccines to prevent bacterial infections, like those caused by S. pneumoniae and N. meningitis.
However, our work is not done given the many infectious diseases remaining with a high unmet medical need. It's an exciting time for vaccine research and development as scientific discoveries, technological advancements and regulatory processes are paving the way for novel vaccines.
We are focusing our vaccines research and development across three areas; addressing high impact infectious diseases, expanding the benefits of maternal immunisation and investigating cancer vaccines.
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Lungs: CYSTS, TUMORS AND THEIR REMOVALAn X ray of the chest provides a view of both lungs, an outline of the heart and of the diaphragm muscle, and all the ribs. Such an X ray may reveal changes in the size or configuration of structures or the presence of densities or shadows that are not normal. Modern X-ray techniques and the simplicity of the chest X ray as a survey and routine preemployment procedure taken in the asymptomatic individual can lead to early diagnosis of lung diseases.
Not all spots are tumors. Some are infections, others are defects with which one was born, and still others are benign growths. Unfortunately there is a high incidence of cancer of the lung. All abnormalities disclosed by the chest X ray or brought to the physician's attention by a cough, wheeze or blood spitting require investigation.
Any single abnormality of the lung can be due to a number of causes, either serious or inconsequential. Thus a lung spot may, among others, be a cancer, tuberculosis, an abscess, or an abnormal collection of cells that is of no signficance. In a similar fashion a pneumonialike shadow may be a true bacterial pneumonia or an area of congestion or collapse. The studies performed in the hospital (so called work up) are directed at identifying the specific cause of the X-ray abnormality. A surgical procedure may be required just to make the diagnosis without being a form of treatment in itself. Refinements in anesthesia and operative techniques have made operations on the lung as routine and safe as operations in the abdomen.
Why do you want an old (previous) chest X ray? Where can I find it?A previous X ray is needed for comparison. From the previous film alone, the physician can see that this is an unimportant shadow or that it is now important, since it was not there before.
You may find the old film in a preemployment examination center or mobile X-ray unit, in a place of previous hospitalization, a cancer detection center or a health center.
What is a bronchoscopy? How will it help?Bronchoscopy is a method of looking into the part of the lung that contains the bronchial tubes. The throat is anesthetized so that nothing is felt and a tube is inserted through the mouth into a depth of the lung. If any abnormal area is seen, a part of this tissue can be removed for diagnosis. The findings can be surprising. One patient was thought to have a cancer in this area, but the examination revealed a small chicken bone that had caused the block.
What is mediastinoscopy?This is a method of looking directly into the area of the root of the lungs through a small incision in the neck. The patient is under anesthetic during this procedure. The instrument is a tube with a light on the end, through which it is possible to remove tissue for diagnosis by microscopic examination.
Can that spot be a pneumonia?It's not pneumonia in the usual sense. But the spot can indeed be the result of a previous infection of some sort.
What is an exploratory thoracotomy?The word "thoracotomy" means "cutting into the thorax." It is to the chest what an exploratory laparotomy is to the abdomen. This is a regular operation which is so-called when one does not know in advance what the surgery will entail but only that something inside is not normal. In other words, this operation is diagnostic, but at the same time it allows the doctor to do whatever is required for surgical treatment. If the diagnosis is known, this term is not used. For example, if it is known that this is a lung cyst, then the operation is called removal of the lung cyst. If the surgeon doesn't know in advance what to expect, the operation is called an exploratory.
What determines whether the operation will help?That's often impossible to tell beforehand. All that can be determined in advance by examination and bronchoscopy and mediastinoscopy is whether the cancer is definitely inoperable.
Lung cancer causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, pathology
How is cancer of the lung treated if it is suitable for surgery?All or the part of the one lung containing the tumor is removed.
Can one live without one lung:
Yes, provided the other lung is normal. An adult can carry on all his activities with only one lung. The first man to have his lung removed for cancer was a physician, who practiced for many years thereafter.


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Ever wonder what it would look like to fly faster than a speeding bullet? Well, the folks at CorridorDigital got their hands on a UAV with a camera and decided to use it to envision what it might look like if Superman spent a day wearing a camera on his head.
The idea of seeing crime fighting from first-person is pretty cool, but I think it's just as cool how they managed to pull it off. They used a quadcopter with a camera on it (instead of a machine gun) to fly around the city, even flying up to the height of some skyscrapers. One cool feature — apparently the drone has a GPS on it, so if it gets lost or your controller dies, it can fly itself back to where you launched it!
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Better Container Vegetable Gardening
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Lots of people have taken up container vegetable gardening in the past few years. It’s a lot less work than a full-blown backyard garden, and who would think twice about not having to weed all that space? Growing in containers can also mean using a lot less water. Plus it’s more accessible for seniors and those with physical handicaps since the plants aren’t way down on the ground. But buying containers gets expensive – especially when they’re big enough to hold a full size tomato plant. And so the ingenuity of the repurposing and DIY crowd has found a myriad of impromptu vessels for growing herbs, flowers and vegetables too. However…
Just because it holds potting soil and drains does not make it the best thing for container vegetable gardening. It might be frugal. And it can be classified as resourceful, eco-conscious, or artsy and trendy. But are you getting the food that plant could give you in optimum growing conditions? Or have you reduced it’s vigor, immunity, and fruiting capabilities? Not much cost savings in having to battle drought, disease or pests, or getting a dismal harvest. Sometimes, penny pinching winds up carrying a bigger price tag in the end.
Container Vegetable Gardening is About the Plants!
- They have no patience for being cute or stylish.
- Don’t expect them to be convenient, or to keep the deck clean and dry.
- Never ask them to tolerate cramped, too dry, or too wet conditions.
- You can’t expect plants grown for food to do a dollar’s work for a dime.
To perform at their very best, plants have certain requirements. Sufficient space above and below the soil line, good nutrition, good support, good drainage, fresh water, consistent moisture, and lots of sunshine.
Give Them Space
Yes, you can cram 4-6 flowering annuals into a container that’s 18-24 inches wide. You’ll have to water a lot, but it looks so cool! You can’t do this with plants grown for food. Even in a raised bed – overcrowding and insufficient root space will lead to a reduced harvest and fruit size, and worse. At the very least, you’re stressing them out.
Plants that are packed together flower less, and only on the surfaces that get good sunlight. The more flowers you have, the more fruits your plants produce. Not to mention it makes harvesting without damaging the rest of the plant more difficult. And when there isn’t good air flow through the stems and leaves, you’re creating the perfect environment for disease to set in. If you live in a humid climate, it’s also impossible to apply fungicide to keep your plants healthy despite environmental conditions. You can forget keeping tomatoes free of disease caused by lots of rain, or heavy dew and chilly night air. Also note that with excellent air flow, you’ll find that tomatoes in container vegetable gardening are less prone to blight and leaf spot… because the leaves and soil surface can dry easily.
The Root Zone
Lots of plants will live in a container that is much smaller than the space the root system would naturally occupy in the ground. But in doing so, it doesn’t allow the plant to reach full size. The less room the roots have, the closer to a bonsai specimen you’ll get. And a scrawny one at that.
There will be less branching, and consequently, less flowering and fruits forming. And the fruits it produces will be smaller than the same plant grown where its roots can develop properly. Sure, you can grow patio or cherry tomatoes in a tiny container, but will that give you a slicing tomato? You can’t make a BLT from itty bitty fruits! You need a slab. And what about harvesting enough tomatoes to provide food to become more self-sufficient?
Moisture retention is a huge problem in vegetable container gardening. Especially in plastic planters where the only drainage is a big hole in the bottom, and the potting mix is engineered to make all the water get there fast. The more roots in that growth media, the more water and nutrient demands you’re going to have too. So if you cram too many plants into a container, or try growing a huge plant in too small of a pot – they’re going to suck up a lot more water. Plan on watering at least twice a day. If your container garden gets too dry, the result could be a lot bigger than some wilt. Inconsistent water leads to things like blossom end rot, blossom loss, and growing tip or stem damage.
Fighting Drought with Containers
Using containers with no drainage hole isn’t the solution. Too much water will definitely happen then, especially when it rains. This leads to issues like cracked tomatoes, not-so-hot chili peppers, suffocation, and root rot. If you’re trying to keep the patio or deck clean and dry – put a saucer or tray under it to catch the dirty water. Plants that can’t breathe produce little to no food at all, not to mention being downright hideous looking.
Then there’s the self-watering planters. Even these can cause you crop problems. The water down there is and stagnant. Like a mucky mud puddle in constant shade in high temperatures. There’s no air flow, and it’s hot as hell inside that plastic tote bin when it’s 80-90 degrees outside. And is your container garden sitting on pavement? It’s even hotter in there than when it’s sitting on soil. This anaerobic condition breeds harmful bacteria. They love hot, wet conditions. Consider how your plants feel about hot, skanky water. They may wick moisture up from ground soil, but it’s drawn up through natural filtering at much cooler than surface temperatures.
The thing is, you’re trying to do advanced gardening using all the wrong stuff. Stop trying to be futuristic with outdated basic materials.
Advanced Container Vegetable Gardening
How would you feel about defying the laws of container gardening and getting a better harvest? You can. Without drainage holes. Using topsoil and compost and/or cow manure. Now you’ll have excellent moisture retention with good drainage and air flow in a food safe container that you can leave outdoors all winter. The container will last anywhere from 3-10 years… depending on what brand you buy. Warning: it won’t be chic, and it will make your wood deck wet constantly without a saucer. But your veggies will be ecstatic, as long as you don’t overcrowd them. And you won’t have very many weeds to pull.
The secret? Fabric pots and planters. The frugal gardeners out there will scour the world to find the cheapest ones possible. Sorry, but that’s not the economical approach to this scenario. You’ll be replacing your pots and planters pretty regularly. Trade up a few at a time if you must. Smart Pots are the longest lasting ones available, giving you 7-10 years of durable use. There’s a reason they cost more than those lower priced knock-offs. Thin fabric and lower quality materials (like recycled plastic bottle fabrics) will not hold up well. Some will only last a summer or two, so in the end, you’ll spend much more than using the best option from the start. People who use the Smart Pot brand report using them year around for 7 years or more and they’re still in great shape.
Fabric containers come in all sorts of sizes with varying widths and depths. I’ve grown tomatoes in them, and the results were phenomenal. After a couple of years growing everything in straw bales, I’m switching to everything but tomatoes grown in Smart Pots. Growing in a 70/30 mix of black topsoil to composted cow manure gives you excellent air flow for roots while maintaining both drainage and moisture retention. It’s a lot cheaper as a growing medium than potting mixes, and plants go nuts in it. But the straw bales’ heat gives me an earlier ripening tomato harvest. Next year I’ll test straw versus black fabric pot results to see if it gives me earlier warm root conditions with less hassle.
I know a #30 is great for a huge tomato plant, but what about everything else? Figuring out how many pots and what sizes I need, led me to a great planting chart put together by Les Urbaincultures. They’re an urban farming company in Quebec that does a ton of growing in Smart Pots. In fact, Nicolas Ste-Marie from their Montreal office wrote an article about it for Issue 6 of our print magazine. So, they’ve got the good harvest planting for container vegetable gardening down to a science.
One other cost saving benefit to container gardening using real soil is you don’t have to replace it every year. Over the winter, the top 2-3 inches of dirt in the Smart Pot blows away, but that’s okay. You want to replenish the compost/cow manure content each time you plant to give your plants the best growing environment. I shovel out about 60% of what’s in the container into a wheelbarrow to amend it. This makes it a lot easier to mix the two together well with a shovel. Saves the container walls from wear and tear too.
Once you see how much faster, and bigger your plants grow – you’ll never go back to plastic for growing veggies.
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There have been some big changes with Grace. In December we made the difficult decision to put Grace through yet another surgery. Grace had been throwing up a lot of her feeding which was horrible to watch her go through. She would struggle to breathe, lips would turn blue, and then she would end up in the hospital with aspiration pneumonia. We were in the hospital nearly every two weeks, it was time to do something. We met with GI and general surgery and decided on a Nissen, a procedure that would make it so Grace could no longer throw up. General surgery also recommonded having her intestinal malrotation corrected at the same time. All of this was a difficult decision because during Grace's very first surgery, when she was two weeks old, she coded and needed to be ressesitated. We almost lost her. But, we knew this surgery would be good for Grace and would lead to a better quality of life. So the date was set, November 29 2012.
The day of surgery came, they took her back and we waited. About an hour had gone by when the surgeon came to the door and said "We have a problem." Our hearts dropped. He told us it took three anesthesiologists an hour just to get her breathing tube in. Her airway is so small and her anatomy is so different than a typical kiddo. The surgeon said she was stable, but not stable enough to do surgery. He said the only way he would even consider touching her is if she had a secure airway, a trach. We would have to think about this, as it would be a huge decision. A trach had been brought up before, but I brushed off the idea saying she didn't need one! So he left, letting us know Grace was stable and they would be bringing her up to the PICU with her breathing tube.
About ten minutes had gone by after the doctor left and we heard the Emergency Chimes and they announced "Anesthesia stat to OR 1" I knew this was Graces room! I lost it, I thought we were going to lose her. It seemed like forever until the anesthesiologist came in to talk to us and let us know she was ok. It was horrible. We talked with her a lot about the option of a trach. She told us that if for some reason Grace was to stop breathing and needed to be intabated, she would not make it. It took 3 highly skilled anesthesiologists to place her breathing tube in a highly controlled place (the OR), it would be unlikely they would be able to place a breathing tube in an emergency situation and it would end up that they would have to trach her in an emergency. We knew a tracheostomy had to be done, it would save her life one day.
Grace was taken to the PICU , and her surgery would be on Wednsday, 3 days later. Her initial surgery, the reason we were there in the first place, would not happen. I spent all of my time up until the day of surgery on Facebook groups for Moms of Trach Babies. I asked questions and tried to learn as much as I could to prepare for a hole being cut into my babies neck. I spent hours staring at my baby girl in the hospital bed with a breathing tube, looking at her sweet neck and kissing it. We spent hours talking to every doctor, nurse, and respritory thrapist in the PICU that knew Grace so well, looking for reassurance that this was the right decision for her. We knew this is what had to be done.
The day of surgery came, it would be a fast surgery only about an hour. The anestisiologist spent hours with us, the same amazing lady that had been in the OR with Grace just a few days before. She had been up to visit Grace everyday. She changed her schedule around to be in the OR with Grace. She knew how terrified we were. She had the nurses call us during every step of the surgery so we knew what was happening. Everything went as planned and Grace was back up in her PICU room looking peaceful. Grace was a champ and she healed over the next week. We decided this was enough excitement for one hospital stay, and we would wait until summer to have Grace's Nissen and Malrotation surgery.
A couple days after Grace's Trach was placed, the PICU Nurse Practitioner came into her room. She told us that she was up all night thinking about Grace and in her opinion it would be good to get her Nissen and Malrotation surgery done while she was already in the hospital. After talking to her we made the decision to go ahead with the surgery. Three days later, Grace again went down for surgery, this time to fix her Malrotation and to do the Nissen. This surgery was much longer, but when it was all over, everything had gone smoothly. Grace recovered from both surgeries like a champ!!
Before we could take Grace home we had to go through a lot a training on how to take care of her now that she had a trach. It was scary, but we learned quickly! We were determined to get home by Christmas. And we did, we finally came home four days before!!
So many new machines, she needs a bigger room!
Finally in her own bed!!
With a trach comes nursing care, something that we had been trying to get since Grace was two months old. We finally have help, during the day and at night!! Gracie's nurses have been amazing. They help get her ready for school in the morning, go to school with her, and take care of her while Beau and I are working. At night Beau and I finally get to sleep, unless Brady decides to wake up.
Brady missed his big sister!
Placing a trach was one of the most difficult decisions that we have had to make for Grace, but we have no regrets, not one, except for we wish we would have done it sooner. It has changed her life so much, in so many great ways!! Before the trach, Grace was in and out of the hospital nearly every two weeks. Even just a cold made breathing more difficult for her. Dare I say it...6 month later, and we have not been in the hospital except for check ups and to visit the great doctors in the PICU!! Grace is happier, and sleeping better too!! It has been amazing.
Thanks for alway supporting us and for all of your prayers for Grace!!


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In the darkest days of the great Roman Empire is a barbarian horde to reclaim their land. Sequiosos power fiercely pagans, their culture is based on treachery and bloody battles in the pitiless violence. Emerged as looters but his name remains stamped on their own land. The echoing boom of his achievements across a continent his legacy, the world. Are the Saxons, the kings warriors!
The Vandals were a Germanic tribe that entered the eastern Roman Empire during the V century and created a state in North Africa, centered in the city of Carthage. The vandals must have given his name to the autonomous region of Andalusia (originally Vandalusia and then Al-Andalus), in modern Spain, where they temporarily settled before emigrating to Africa.
A threatening shadow, which falls on a day was the Roman Empire. Assaulted by a violent where the Barbarians. Goths, Hunosa, vandals, the 500 years of Roman civilization was on the verge of a collapse. In the sixth century, hunger, war and plague Italian sweep the land, leaving death and devastation in its path, but the worst was still to come. From the north come the latest Ordas barbaric, fiercely pagan, famed for his cruelty, they were the Lombardy. The final blow in the Roman Empire.
When the Roman Empire gave its last gasps, Ordesa barbaric attacked from all directions. But few have left their mark so deeply about these looters fierce. From the north, drawing its strength through the weakness of the empire, various tribes united under the arm of a powerful leader. They were frank.
It was end of the XII century while Europe sank in the Age of Darkness, two cultures created standards of civilization. They were the Islamic states of Persia and Central Asia to the east and more a trio of fabulous kingdoms in China. Among them was a territory inhospitable desert and the steppes of Eurasia. But this arid region was inhabited. People like the Mongols nômandes survive in poor conditions and struggling most of the time against nature. That battle, they knew without the strengthened and transformed into great warriors of history.
The terror consuming Western civilization as a rain of arrows escurenciam the sky was the Roman Empire siege by barbarians, whose main weapon was the fear that insipiravam on their victims. They were the Hunosa, violent eastern invaders that seemed like just the destruction. But they were more than that. Masters of military strategy and exímios players in international diplomacy, they were powerful agents of change. In his relentless thirst for winning the Hunos leave their indelible mark in history, releasing illegal forces and deployed a new world order.


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Leading my first workshop ever, on our very first morning in DeTour, we crested the dunes to peer over Lake Huron to see how the morning was to develop and what we were gifted was beyond anything we could ask for. Haze and drifted smoke from wildfires on the west coast created a diffusing layer of atmosphere for the morning light to shine through. While the circumstances for that happening are unfortunate, we made the most of our morning and I captured this beautiful images of a creek outletting into Lake Huron while that morning light developed. This print is initialed and numbered 1/1 as I rotate limited edition prints in my shop.
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Former CEO of Bowers and Merena Galleries, Paul Montgomery, was tapped in April to serve as a consultant by the legal firm that the U.S. District Court in Dallas, Texas, has appointed to act as receiver for the busted Caribbean banking empire of the Stanford Financial Group Companies, which was seized by regulators in February.
As much as $8 billion may be missing for the banking clients, but one asset owned by the group is a numismatic operation called Stanford Coins and Bullion and it is to advise on its liquidation that Montgomery was hired by attorney Ralph S. Janvey of Krage & Janvey, LLP in Dallas.
Montgomery of Katy, Texas, will deal with a coin inventory that includes an a 1795 Capped Bust Heraldic Eagle $5 gold piece graded MS-62 by the Professional Coin Grading Service.
Montgomery is perhaps best known to readers of Numismatic News for his offer of a $1 million reward to find the then missing fifth 1913 Liberty Head nickel. The publicity the offer received started a chain of events that led to the coin being rediscovered by the hobby and placed on display with the other four nickels at the 2003 American Numismatic Association convention held in Baltimore.

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The Extraordinary Case of Pamela Reynolds
This is the extraordinary case of Pamela Reynolds’ Near Death Experience during extreme surgery. It was so unique, so spectacular, that many said no further research in Near Death Experience was necessary. It took place in 1991 and has been debated among scientists ever since. Many say this was the definitive proof of Near Death Experience.
In 1991, doctors diagnosed Mrs Reynolds as having an aneurysm (a swelling of an artery) in her brain. It could burst any time, meaning instant death. To make matters worse, the defective site was right at the centre of her brain in an area very difficult for surgeons to reach. The doctors were very open with her. Without surgery, death was certain. However, given the location of the aneurysm, she had only a 50:50 chance of surviving the only surgical process that could save her life.
Normal human body temperature is about 37 degrees centigrade (98.4 degrees Fahrenheit). When it drops below 35 ºC, the person suffers hypothermia. At below 32 ºC, shivering stops and they require emergency treatment, but even there’s a very real probability that they’ll lose the fight. Once anaesthetised, they dropped Pam’s body temperature to just 10 ºC (50 ºF). To help put this into its true perspective, this is only 5 ºC above the temperature of the refrigeration units in hospital morgues.
To add to the enormity of Pam’s situation, they now drained all the blood from her head. Under any other circumstances, they would have declared Pam dead long ago. As the surgeon started cutting through the bone of her skull, Pam realised she was outside her body. From a viewpoint just over the surgeons shoulder, she could see everything he and his colleagues were doing.
Obviously, Pam survived surgery. Later she was able to recount exactly what the surgeon did. She described with great accuracy, the tools the surgeon used, the special box they came in and everything people said. One thing puzzled her. Why, if operating on her head, was there so much activity down by her legs? The answer was simple. It was from the arteries in legs that they drained the blood from her body.
Unfortunately, Mrs Reynolds died in 2009 from causes totally unrelated to her aneurysm.


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An United States Crisis: Can CBD Assist Battle Addiction?
Addiction is an interest that numerous individuals can connect with, then you can too. Whether or otherwise not it is known by you, we bet you may be hooked on one thing. Addictions are unhealthy or healthy with respect to the addiction. Often times, we think about alcoholism, nicotine, opioids, cocaine, along with other drugs that are harsh we hear your message addiction. Frequently, we just forget about sugar and meals addiction, caffeine addiction, workout addiction, social media marketing addiction, intercourse addiction, videogame addiction, pornography, shopping, along with other less recognized addictions that numerous individuals have.
Unfortunately, many individuals whom face addiction have a tendency to suffer with other conditions too. These conditions consist of anxiety, depression, sleeplessness, chronic discomfort, PTSD, and many other. You can view how quickly this spirals out of hand. For those who have not read our blogs regarding the subjects above, please do. You will quickly recognize exactly exactly how all things are linked.
Addiction just isn’t since unusual as you might think:
1) In 2017 in accordance with the nationwide Survey on Drug utilize and wellness, 19.7 million adults that are american a substance use condition.
2) In 2017, 8.5 million People in america experienced both a health that is mental and a substance use condition.
3) medication addiction and abuse price Americans a lot more than $740 billion yearly in lost workplace wages, medical costs, and criminal activity.
4) one of the addictive that is top are heroin, prescription drugs (discomfort killers, tranquilizers, stimulants, and sedatives), Marijuana, and liquor.
Think about the drugs that are nonlethal
1) Caffeine is consumed by about 90percent of Us citizens with more than 1 / 2 of the US population consuming over 300mg (3 cups of strong coffee) on a daily basis. Caffeine is America’s favorite medication. Caffeine is one of commonly utilized medication worldwide.
2) Nicotine is one of the most addictions that are common America. 50 million individuals have problems with smoking addiction, and also this true number is regarding the increase. Take into account the access that is easy will have to electric cigarettes. The price of nicotine is approximated become $193 billion a year.
3) it’s estimated that 201+ million individuals around the globe are dependent on social networking, a quantity that is rapidly growing.
It is crucial to comprehend that addiction changes an individual’s mind in fundamental methods. Addiction replaces an individual’s desires and needs with one concern, getting their fingers regarding the “drug” or addiction. Addiction is thought as a chronic infection for the brain reward system impacting inspiration, memory, as well as other brain-related circuitry.
Addiction is characterized by the failure to abstain regularly, impulse control issues, cravings, diminished recognition of dilemmas, and a dysfunctional response that is emotional.
Addiction impacts a percentage of our midbrain called the mesencephalon. This part of our mind is related to our pleasure and reward facilities. Whenever we encounter something fulfilling (such as for example a substance that is addictive neurons are triggered, and dopamine (that feel great hormones) begins to increase. Dopamine may be the minds “reward” and encourages positive reinforcement. It just is sensible that activities or medications that increase dopamine result in addiction.
Let’s get one step further, when a addicting practice is reinforced the hippocampus (the main mind involved in memory), etches the instant sense of satisfaction into memory. Long haul the minds a reaction to the constant surge of dopamine is to downregulate the dopamine receptors or create less dopamine. Whenever this happens, the person that is addicted requires a lot more of the “drug.”
Memory consolidation is excatly why somebody can be dependent on cigarette smoking, despite the fact that “it tastes bad” and “smells.” The mind understands the one thing (so do the tobacco businesses) nicotine contributes to more dopamine launch, additionally the brain will not stop till it gets that launch, particularly if the practice happens to be strengthened again and again. Our primary food companies, Starbucks, Pepsi Cola, cellular phone manufactures, E-cigarette makers all know the science of addiction well.
To produce things a whole lot worse, some people may go through signs (cravings, anxiety, irritability, perspiring, and heart palpitations) of addiction years after ceasing the behavior. 4This is really a total outcome of this neurotransmitter glutamate based in the hippocampus section of our minds. A craving glutamate is released.4 in cases where a memory or situation triggers Glutamate results in signs described above. This launch of glutamate and symptom reoccurrence usually comes to an end in relapse. This is why quitting is no joke.
Factors that predispose anyone to addiction
Genetics perform a role that is significant addiction. This can include the effect of your environment on gene phrase. Genetics is the reason about 40%-60% of an individual’s risk.
A chaotic house environment, punishment, parental medication use, peer influences, community environment, mental infection.
teenagers with mental disease have reached a high-risk, including anxiety and despair.
Preclinical data shows CBD might help with addiction. Read on below to understand exactly how.
I recommend you do so if you have not read our previous post on anxiety and sleep. Both anxiety and rest have impact that is considerable addiction. In line with the literature present in CBD What You will need to understand, CBD had been shown and used to be effective in aiding manage addiction.
1) CBD has been confirmed to cut back cravings that are cue-induced. An illustration is wanting a smoke every time you’ve got a sit down elsewhere.4 The cue that triggered the craving was the coffee. CBD modifies our memories and our reaction to those memories.4 Just What in the event that you quite literally forgot you enjoyed smoking while ingesting coffee??
2) Various animal research indicates that CBD has helped to minimize withdraw symptoms.4,5 CBD decreases anxiety vulnerability. People relapse under stressful occasions or circumstances. CBD has been shown to decrease this anxiety reaction.
3) CBD has been confirmed to boost cognitive disability and enhance performance in addiction models.
4) CBD has been confirmed to do something being an anti-depressant and decrease behavior that is impulsive rodents.
5) CBD has been confirmed to cut back smoking cigarettes by 40%
6) CBD is useful in people that have cannabis/ THC cravings
7) In a current research, heroin addicts got CBD while quitting. An effect that lasted seven days post-CBD treatment upon being exposed to “triggers,” those using CBD reported lessened cravings.
Consider addiction. A lot of people who are suffering from addiction have actually discomfort, anxiety, and despair. Soreness, anxiety, and despair all increase while stopping many addictions. CBD indicates therapeutic advantage for anxiety, depression, and discomfort. Have actually you ever did not stop an addiction since you offered in to the above symptoms to really make the signs end? How will you pay for to not use CBD if you’re experiencing addiction?
Simply speaking, CBD turns down the amount on the minds reward center. CBD “rewires” your minds’ reward and pleasure center for the higher. We describe quitting with CBD the following, “imagine forgetting you had been addicted to begin with.” Imagine if you simply forgot? Let’s say the pleasure you connected with your addiction greatly diminished? Would quitting become easier? NEEDLESS TO SAY, IT COULD.
To sum all of it up, CBD has been confirmed to favorably impact relapse that is several facets, sensitivity to addiction-related content, anxiety reaction, impulse control response, and anxiety. CBD has additionally been proven to have effects that are long-lasting after ceasing its use. Mice hooked on cocaine and alcohol showed benefit for as much as 5 months post-CBD treatment.
As with any CBD dosage tips start slow. 10-400mg daily have to do the secret. Begin with 5mg an and increase as needed day. Pay really attention that is close cravings and signs. When you notice a reduction in signs/ cravings maintain that dosage.
Although I’m not an admirer of vape pencils for many a CBD vape might be necessary when managing stronger craving episodes as being a breakthrough supplement. The vape will be together with daily CBD BioCare use.
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You need to consult with a medical doctor whenever addiction that is discussing. Some addictions, particularly liquor, may result in death due to withdrawal health problems.
Addiction is just a disease that is severe. TRY NOT TO GO AT IT ALONE, read that once again, usually do not go at it alone. Yes, CBD is one thing i would recommend considering using highly, but more to the point, have actually an idea in position. Who will be you likely to phone once the cravings and withdrawal signs emerge? Maybe you have identified exactly what your causes are? Just How might you avoid these causes? What habits that are healthy you have got set up to obviously enhance your bodies dopamine and glutamate? Just exactly What maybe you have done mentally to develop and constantly support your state of mind “we am stopping and do not heading back”? For you below if you can’t answer the above questions, I have left some tips.
Tips number 1) Seek a therapist. Regardless if it really is talk treatment. Better help is an outstanding online therapy service. They cannot offer services certain to addiction but having comfortable access to a specialist is definitely advised within my workplaces.
Tip#2) Lean in extreme information the ongoing health problems linked to the addiction. The greater you realize, the greater compelled you shall be quit. I might additionally encourage visitors to watch Ted Talks on YouTube surrounding the main topic of addiction.
Tip#3) have help group/ community as you are able to depend on for assistance throughout the quitting procedure.
Tip#4) discover ways to determine your causes and make your best effort in order to prevent them. For instance, if you constantly need a smoke with a sit down elsewhere, perhaps think about supporting down the coffee also.
Tip#5) Expect withdrawal signs. Understand the indications of withdrawal and get ready to cope with them consequently.
Tip#6) Be prepared to change the addiction that is old a brand brand new healthier addiction, such as for example workout (in moderation).
Tip#7) Take a look that is close your nourishment. Yes, also for addiction, consuming a more diet that is balanced. Your gut includes a strong connection with your mind, and several associated with neurotransmitters involved in addiction.
Tip#8) Follow up on self-help publications, seminars, along with other items to stay accountable long haul. Some addictions never go away entirely.
I would suggest by you start with the guide mind over Binge. The main focus with this guide is binge eating addictions but, for me, can put on to virtually any addiction. Substitute the term binge eating with whatever addiction you will be coping with. This book additionally shows tools to handle cravings.
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Psychology when loosely defined is known as the “science of mind”. It is an attempt to understand the processes of the mind that affect our behaviour and consequently our quality of life.
A special type in the area of psychology is geriatric psychology. The word “geriatric”, in Greek means healing the old. Geriatric psychology deals with the psychological problems that people encounter while they are heading towards old age or at the end of middle age. This stream of psychology also focuses on treatment options. If growing can be difficult and painful, so can old age. The reasons for the difficulty might be different but the fact that each group brings with itself its own range of problems cannot be debated.
So why do we need this field?
According to the American Association of Geriatric Psychology nearly 20% of people in the age group of 65 years and above experience psychological issues that are uncommon for their age group. What makes it worse is that people suffer in silence due to the lack of information and social support. Everyday activities like walking and socializing that were done with ease during their youth might become difficult with one’s age, resulting in the disruption of normal life. These daily changes which increase with age, also cause significant mental and emotional setbacks. Problems such as poor adjustment, low self esteem, depression, low self worth and others are not uncommon.
A psychologist’s primary job would then be to assess the physical and psychological state of the person and make the individual’s quality of life better. We move from the go getter lives of the youth to a more settled middle age where stability is the key. Work and family define the people, so as people move into old age, retirement, death, loneliness, physical immobility, cognitive and intellectual changes might be some of the issues that are staring at them. Having sessions with a psychologist and talking about their thoughts will help people come to terms with the changes happening in their lives. Coming to terms with the death of a friend or spouse, empty nest or restricted movement can be a cause of immense frustration, confusion and source of many mental illnesses.
There are a number of nursing homes or homes catering specifically to the needs of the aged. These special facilities create a sense of belonging and comfort for the experiences of people. Research has shown that there is a high rate of suicides in the age of group of above 85 years in an American society; these numbers are not very different in other societies. Research and funding for various homes for the aged has been slow over the years but people are waking up to the social need and business opportunity that exists in this new market now.
Estimates show that 4.9 % of the Indian population is above the age of 65. With an increasing number of old people opting to live alone, psychologist’s role in helping them to choose work and activities in accordance with their capabilities is increasing. There is a greater emphasis on acceptance of the changing physical and social status. There is also a greater demand for caregivers and mental health professionals to deal with these societal changes. Slowly but steadily the medical fraternity too is waking up to this fact and announcing courses with geriatrics as a specialization. Further there is also a surge in real estate development as well; focussing on housing especially for the retired, confirming that life does not necessarily end at middle age but perhaps that is just another beginning.
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Nagarkot is a beautiful hill station which is famous for sunrise and sunset views over the great Himalayan Ranges. Located 32 Km from the Kathmandu valley, this hill station offers panoramic views of apex touching summit ranges. That includes Annapurna, Langtang, Manaslu, Jugal, Mahalangur and Ganesh Himal ranges. Filled with rich natural beauty and scenery, Nagarkot attracts a lot of travelers who visit this place either driving or through hiking. Thus, making Nagarkot Day Hikking Tour one of the most popular day trips from Kathmandu. Nagarkot Day Hiking Tour is an extension of Kathmandu Day Tour. This day hike is suitable for those who have limited time schedule but want to experience the true adventure of hiking and the beauty of Himalayas. It is a wonderful place for outdoor enthusiasts as they can have Nagarkot hike, nature walk, paragliding, village sightseeing, hiking tour and many more. Nagarkot hike is an amazing adventure that passes through the dense pine forest to the Nagarkot view tower; from where you can have a wide picture of the great Himalayan Ranges along with aerial views of Kathmandu valley.
This Nagarkot Day Hiking Tour escape you from the busy atmosphere of Kathmandu valley to quiet and relaxing region of Nagarkot. It is a place for relaxation and refreshment thus making this hilltop a perfect holiday destination in Nepal. Among the best sunrise viewpoints in Nepal, Nagarkot comes into the top 5 list. Therefore, most people do early morning Nagarkot Sunrise Tour to enjoy the magical sunrise views along with snow-capped peaks scenery. Our tour will start after breakfast either drive to our Nagarkot Hill or Changu Narayan Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the tour ends at Changunarayan or Nagarkot Hill and we will return same day to Kathmandu via Bhaktapur.
Day 01: Drive to Nagarkot (2,175m.) and walk down to Changu Narayan (1543m.) and drive back to Kathmandu, transfer to Hotel.
Day 01: Drive to Changu Narayan Temple (1543m.) and trek up to Nagarkot Hill (2,175m.) then drive back to Kathmandu, transfer to Hotel.


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BASF calls global advertising review
By Louise Ridley, campaignlive.co.uk, Thursday, 28 March 2013 08:00AM
BASF, the chemical giant, is reviewing its global corporate advertising after separating from Wieden & Kennedy Amsterdam, which had held the account since 2008.
The company, which posted profit before tax and minority interests of €6 billion (£5.1 billion) in 2012, has invited several agencies to pitch.
The winning shop will continue the ongoing "we create chemistry" campaign across 11 countries. The review is being handled by Anja Herb, the head of corporate brand strategy and implementation at BASF, from the company’s headquarters in Ludwigshafen, Germany.
Launched in 2010, "we create chemistry" was the first global repositioning for BASF, which was best known for producing magnetic cassette tapes.
The pitch does not affect BASF’s media business, held by Universal McCann.
This article was first published on campaignlive.co.uk
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“Break Free” singer Ariana Grande releases “Best Mistake,” featuring Big Sean, amidst speculating dating rumors.
Although Grande recently broke up with Jai Brooks, she has been involved in several tabloid rumors regarding a possible romantic relationship between her and Big Sean.
The Victorious actress has had a number of hit singles over the past few months, including “Problem,” “Break Free,” “The Way,” and “Baby I,” and “Best Mistake” is no different. According to Us Weekly, Grande released her latest single, “Best Mistake,” which made it’s way to the number one spot on iTunes shortly after its midnight release on Monday.
woke up to see Best Mistake at no 1 on iTunes! thank y'all so much!! I'm on 4 songs in the top 15. y'all never cease to amaze me. thank u!!!
— Ariana Grande (@ArianaGrande) August 12, 2014
With Big Sean’s “Best Mistake” rap including lyrics like “I know sometimes it’s hard to realize I’m the man that you need,” the dating rumors are continuing to circulate as the single maintains it’s spot as the top song on iTunes.
Ariana Grande’s second studio album, My Everything, which includes “Break Free,” “Best Mistake,” and “Problem,” will be released Aug. 25.
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