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Queen Bees & Wannabesby Rosalind Wisemen Year Published: 2016
Masterminds & Wingmenby Rosalind Wiseman Year Published: 2014
The Gift of Failureby Jessica Lahey Year Published: 2015
Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brainby Daniel Siegel Year Published: 2015
The Worried Childby Paul Foxman Year Published: 2004
Dr. Foxman outlines the spectrum of worry in children through the lens of culture and typical stages of development. This book is a helpful tool for any adult working with children who may have a tendency to worry a lot.
The Five Love Languages of Childrenby Gary Chapman and Ross Campbell Year Published: 2012
We intuitively know that our children are born with a certain temperament. The interaction between our child's temperament and our own can be both wonderful and challenging! Chapman and Ross outline the ways we can show love to our children in practical ways based on how they receive love. We often show love to others based on what makes us feel loved rather than how the other person receives love. We build stronger relationships with our children when we can identify and understand this dynamic.
Parenting With Love and Logicby Foster Cline and Jim Fay Year Published: 2006
Cline and Fay present a practical approach to raising children that simultaneaously helps us avoid unnecessary power struggles with our children while building their true confidence and independence through a series of natural consequences. One of the best gifts we can give our children is the opportunity to learn from their mistakes within the loving support of their family system. This appraoch helps us do just that. They advocate strong limits in the context of powerful empathy. This combination helps decrease our own parenting stress while giving our children the skills they need to succeed in life. You can also check out more resources at www.loveandlogic.com .

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Every day, we are one day closer to the end of this.
That is what we keep reminding ourselves at home and in our work. We know that this will not last forever. As time wears on and we are increasingly living through these days, so wears our patience.
And it is our role as a Chamber to be part of the team that helps Greater Owensboro get through it. These times are tough for everyone in one way or another — but for many, they are unbelievably trying, and we want to make sure that we ALL get to the other side.
We have heard from many of our businesses who have successfully received money from the now-depleted Paycheck Protection Program funds and the Economic Injury Disaster Loans Programs. However, we have also heard from many more of our small businesses who are in great need of assistance and have not received it. We are hopeful that there will be a time soon when more funds are allocated for both the PPP and EIDL Funds — something we are advocating for daily. Thankfully, until that time, there are additional opportunities for relief.
Just this week, Green River Area Development District announced the COVID-19 Business Relief Working Capital Loan Program. Details of this program can be found at GRADD.com or on the Chamber’s website.
The United States Chamber of Commerce Foundation has announced the Save Small Business Fund offering $5,000 grants to businesses that employ between 2-20 and that have been harmed financially by the COVID-19 pandemic. The application process is quick, should only take about 10 minutes and requires only the business’ W-9 form. The application will open on Monday, April 20 at 2 p.m. Learn more at savesmallbusiness.com.
We know that these opportunities won’t cover expenses that are hitting our small businesses, but we hope they’ll help bridge immediate financial needs. Next week we hope to have additional opportunities to announce for other partners.
In the meantime, as a community we can continue to support our small businesses who are opened. We can continue to treat ourselves to carry-out knowing we are helping businesses who are providing new ways to feed us. We can continue to remember that the sacrifices of social distancing and staying at home are nothing compared to the sacrifices of the health care workers and all of the people we are relying on to make our lives comfortable during this time.
We can also look for the good. Because it is all around us. Last Friday, our Chamber rolled out GO Together … Greater Owensboro Together. This segment highlights acts of kindness all over our community. And believe me, there are too many to name. Check it out on Facebook or Instagram at @gochamber. And please tag us in posts of businesses, organizations and people going above and beyond to serve.
We are another day closer to the end of this. And we will get through it together.

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Excerpt from letter 30 of the Maktubat of Hāji Dost Muhammad Qandahāri Naqshbandi (1801-1868), a great Naqshbandi master of India in the 19th century
Written to Molvi Abdullāh, advising him to refrain from the beliefs of the Wahhabi sect
It has come to knowledge through the visitors that Molvi Ghiyās ad-Dīn believes in the issues of the Wahhabi sect and teaches these issues to the people. Therefore it is emphasized to you in writing that abhor the beliefs of the Wahhabis and loathe by heart the Ismāīli Wahhabi sect . To maintain the right doctrine and to do the (righteous) acts, the books written by the pious ancesters the Ahl as-Sunnāt wal-Jamā’ah are sufficient for us. These books should be under your consideration, do not read the writings of the Wahhabi sect and refrain from their beliefs. If you wish to observe the powerful effect of our Great Masters in yourself, may Allah best sanctify their secrets , then you should follow your masters in all issues, practical or doctrinal, apparent or inner. Allah willing, you will get the fruit of the Reality and Cognition of the Exalted Haqq. Just say: Allah bass Māsiwā Abas wa Hawas wan-Qati’ alaih in-Nafs (Allah is sufficient, everything else is vain and lust, cut-off youself from them).
And Salām is the best ending!
Written on the 23rd of Shawwāl 1279 H.

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The Argie wrote in his column for The Sun: "There's a saying that is the same the world over, whether it's in Argentina or England - the table doesn't lie.
"So when we look at our Champions League group and see just two points from four games, you can't disguise the position we're in.
"But when I look around the City dressing room, I see a team of champions.
"And I see a team of fighters when we're backed into a corner.
"It's going to be tough to get through to the knockout stages but we must draw strength from the memories of last season.
"The title was virtually at Old Trafford on the final day of the season but as a team we fought, we dug deep and Sergio Aguero's winner against QPR was a sign of our sheer mental strength.
"That made us champions and champions perform under pressure.
"There is a trust in the dressing room that makes us believe we can still turn things around."


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Barriers to Play - Amanda Pick
As playworkers, we know that all children have a right to play and that inclusive play should be actively supported and promoted. Inclusive play is primarily about all children having equal access to participation in local play opportunities. It is important to remember that the principles of inclusion apply to children of all abilities, ages, ethnic and social backgrounds, as people’s perceptions can often focus on children with disabilities only. How can settings and play workers ensure they are inclusive, despite a range of barriers they may be facing. What are these barriers and how can we overcome them?
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How inclusive are we? - Ellen Delaney and Paula Madden
How inclusive are we? We may think that we are inclusive, but until an unidentified challenge comes along to test our knowledge and playwork practice can we be certain? We are going to explore a particular incident that we have faced during the last 12 months that has questioned our whole inclusive approach. This will be a head scratcher and a chance for different views to be taken into account. We'd also like to know your views and if you have experienced anything similar and how you may of handled it. All will be revealed at the session.
TIME: 11:30 - 13:00 LENGTH: 1.5 hours TARGET AUDIENCE: Play Explorer
Vulnerable Children - Lance Lathino and Joe Boakye-Yiadom
Vulnerable children! What does it mean to be a vulnerable child? Do you know who the vulnerable children in your setting are? Have you thought about the demographics in your area and at your setting? The Holiday Childcare Team at London Borough of Tower Hamlets has been supporting vulnerable children for a number of years and our work in this area is increasing. Come find out about the work the team is doing and how this could help your setting.
TIME: 13:45 - 15:15 LENGTH: 1.5 hours TARGET AUDIENCE: Play Explorer
Playwork and Disability- How can we be better? - Becky Willans
Come and join me for a (exciting as I can make it) whistle stop tour of playwork and disability. We shall take a brief look at disability and playwork historically through to the present day, with some legislation bits (nothing too heavy). We shall then consider how, as a profession, how we can move away from developmental targets and playing for outcomes, to a more relaxed and playwork approach for disabled children.
TIME: 15:30 - 17:00 LENGTH: 1.5 hours TARGET AUDIENCE: Play Explorer

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AT&T has sold its 10 percent stake in Hulu back to the streaming service today for $1.43 billion dollars, in a move that will now give Disney (which already had gained a controlling interest in Hulu through its Fox purchase) even more control going forward.
Post-purchase, that puts Disney’s stake in Hulu as owning 66 percent of the service, with Comcast owning the remaining 33 percent. As a sign of how quickly this has progressed, just last year, Hulu was still divided evenly between Disney, Fox, and Comcast — each owning a 30 percent cut of the company — alongside AT&T’s 10 percent stake.
Disney gaining even more control over Hulu could also mean a radical shift in what Hulu even is….
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Massachusetts Convention Center airport transfers
Home to savory street food and a unique city vibe on every corner, Massachusetts brings a different mentality to people visiting for the first time. Whether it’s downtown Boston or the outskirts of Springfield, what lies ahead is bound to be beautiful if you get there stress-free, something easy to do by keeping transportation squared away, utilizing a shuttle to get out of the airport or a luxe executive sedan to take you even further.
Those arriving to Boston should look forward to the jaw-dropping design that Boston Convention Center brings to the city, whether you’re visiting for something modest or planning to visit each interconnected building. Boston is also home to the smaller John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention, an older structure with a more classic redbrick look that flows well with the surrounding history. The city of Springfield offers just as much excitement, something easy to see when you get to Main Street’s MassMutual Center, which can be a ride easy to look forward to with the help of a private sedan. For those heading to central Massachusetts for an event at Worcester’s DCU Center, look forward to any concert or convention with the excitement of a family-friendly private SUV or sedan.

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By John R. Platt
- Published on May 7, 2015 by takepart
For the first time, plastic particles have been found in the stomachs of tuna and other fish that are a staple of the human diet.
More than 18 percent of sampled bluefin, albacore, and swordfish caught in the Mediterranean Sea and tested in 2012 and 2013 carried levels of plastic pollution in their bodies, according to a study published in the journal Marine Pollution Bulletin.
All three species migrate between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean, so these plastic particles could make their way onto the plates of American consumers. The plastics found in the fish contained phthalates, nonylphenol, bisphenol A, brominated flame retardants, and other chemicals that previous research has linked to endocrine disruption, low reproductive rates, and other health risks.


Investigators on Wednesday morning were searching the Houston, Texas, building where Dr. Conrad Murray has a practice, according to a spokeswoman for the Drug Enforcement Administration.
The DEA was assisting Los Angeles, California, police detectives in the search, spokeswoman Violet Szeleczky said. Murray was the doctor with Jackson at his home when the pop star died June 25. A spokesman for Murray’s lawyer confirmed the search. He said they were “caught off guard by this,” but they are cooperating with investigators. “Anything they are asking for, we will give them,” the spokesman said.


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The former starting quarterback still admits the last few weeks have been tough. Any competitor, especially a quarterback that went into his third season as the starter, misses the role of the starting quarterback at Florida.
He’s still preparing with the mentality of a starter, knowing he’s one snap away from being back under center for the Gators. But that’s not his role anymore. Instead, it has become supporting and encouraging freshman Treon Harris.
“It’s definitely tough,” Jeff Driskel said. “Being a competitor, you always want to be the guy to have the ball. At the end of the day, I think it goes back to I was raised right. I think my parents did a really good job of instilling a sense of the team is greater than the individual.”
Harris started for the first time against Georgia, and Driskel didn’t even get on the field that day. He said he could have if Harris went down, but a back injury kept him on the sideline for the entire game. The back injury originally occurred against LSU and bothered him during the next week of practice. He still started against Missouri, but it ended up being the final start of his career.
On Saturday in Nashville, Driskel got back on the field. It came in the wildcat package, ending with four rushes for 10 yards and one touchdown while throwing one incomplete pass. For his shortcomings as a thrower this season, Driskel can still run and has the frame to handle hits that would put the smaller Harris at risk.
Driskel has handled the move to the backup position well, and he said it’s something he would expect anyone on the team to do.
"I think everybody on the team should have the same sense of responsibility to the team,” Driskel said. “At the end of the day, it's a team sport and everybody has to contribute and do their part. If mine's the backup and not getting any plays at all, I want to be ready in case Treon goes down.
“If it's being in a Wildcat type role, I want to be ready and able to run the ball and understand the blocking schemes and the defense we're going to get. That's not just me that feels that type of responsibility. I think that's something you have to have in a team sport."
The wildcat role isn’t a new one under Kurt Roper. He used Brandon Connette as a running quarterback in recent years, but he had multiple years of experience in that role. They’re trying to fast track Driskel to better his understanding of the package, and Roper has shown plenty of film to Driskel of what Connette ran in his offense.
While accepting that role, there was never much hesitation in Driskel’s mind. He knew what he had to do and the example he wanted to set from his teammates. Despite the boos in the stadium, the support from others has helped him.
The support reached a new level on Tuesday afternoon. On Veterans Day, Driskel saw a note on social media directed to him from retired Navy Capt. E.R. Gilkison. The note was sent to encourage Driskel and compliment him for handling the adversity as well as he has. Driskel was encouraged by it when he spoke to the media on Tuesday.
"I'd like to say thanks to Captain Gilkison, (who) sent me a nice letter,” Driskel said. “I saw it on the Internet today and that was one of the most heart-warming things that I've ever gotten.”
That kind of support has helped Driskel accept what his role on the team needs to be. He has to support Harris and help him through the difficulties that come with being a freshman quarterback in the SEC. Driskel learned about that all too well in 2011, getting playing time when John Brantley was hurt.
Being a sounding board for Harris has made been an important role for Driskel to fill.
“There’s some situations he hasn’t been in as often as I have,” Driskel said. “There’s just little tips. I’m not going out of my way to try to take over or anything like this. It’s just simple tips and reminders on the practice field and on the sideline.”
Watching Harris take over the offense has shown his talent on the field. Even Driskel has been impressed with how well the freshman has played.
“He’s definitely a talented player, and he’s intelligent,” Driskel said. “He knows what we’re trying to do. He’s a smart guy, and I’m willing to help him out as much as I can. I’m happy to see him being successful so far.”

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If I Were a Kid In Ancient Rome
By Cricket Media
- Release Date: 2012-06-28
- Genre: History
If I Were a Kid In Ancient Rome Cricket Media Book Review Score: ★★★★★ 5/5 stars
If YOU were a kid in the ancient world, everything would be different—or WOULD it? Kids today share many of the same experiences as kids who lived in the ancient world—even though thousands of years have gone by. If YOU were a kid living in ancient Rome . . . Would you go to school or gym class? What would you eat for breakfast and dinner? What toys would you play with? What "house rules" would your parents expect you to obey? Where would you hang out with friends? If I Were a Kid in Ancient Rome offers a fascinating look at the daily life of children growing up many years ago—and how it compares to life today.
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Kyle Buchanan's new book on "Mad Max: Fury Road" documents intense drama between stars Charlize Theron and Tom Hardy.
Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron’s onscreen chemistry sizzles in “Mad Max: Fury Road,” but what is it like to experience that chemistry in person? For “Fury Road” casting director Ronna Kress, the answer is downright overwhelming. As part of Kyle Buchanan’s upcoming oral history book “Blood, Sweat & Chrome: The Wild and True Story of […]
An upcoming book reveals how Tom Hardy's decision to spit at Armie Hammer during their audition together helped him land the lead role in 'Mad Max: Fury Road.'
This "Spider-Man: No Way Home" moment may have been one of Marvel's worst kept secrets, but it's guaranteed to get your spider sense tingling when it happens.
Stars Tom Hardy, Woody Harrelson, Naomie Harris and director Andy Serkis talk new sequel "Venom: Let There Be Carnage."
In a wide-ranging interview, the "Capone" director describes how Stan Lee endorsed his vision for a key "Fantastic Four" character, and what his Boba Fett movie might have had in common with "Unforgiven."
Tom Hardy is playing an aging and sickly Al Capone in a trailer for the upcoming retitled "Capone" biopic about "America's most notorious gangster." Director Josh Trank released the trailer on his Twitter account Wednesday. With theaters closed, the film will release on VOD on May 12 with a 48-hour rental. Plans are still in […]
The film has officially been rated “R” for “strong/bloody violence, pervasive language and some sexuality”.
Naomie Harris is in talks to play Spider-Man villain Shriek in Sony's "Venom 2," with Tom Hardy returning as the titular anti-hero. Andy Serkis is on board to direct, and Michelle Williams and Woody Harrelson are also reprising their roles. The original film was a huge hit for the studio when it premiered in 2018, […]
Shia LaBeouf is addressing some of the most famous myths surrounding him.
Nick Nolte shares behind the scenes stories from "48 Hrs.," "Cape Fear," "The Prince of Tides," "The Thin Red Line," "Warrior" and more.
The singer opens up about the "war between my body and mind” over his gender identity. “I’ve sometimes sat down and thought: Do I want a sex change?” he admitted.
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Hide the lobsters, Venom is coming back for seconds. A follow-up to the comic-book blockbuster starring Tom Hardy is in the works, according to Variety, with Sony bringing back writer Kelly Marcel to pen the sequel script and act as executive producer. Tom Hardy is expected to be back in the title role for Venom sequel.
While Tom Hardy's son might have convinced dad to take on the role, he wasn't exactly thrilled by the results. But he has some ideas for a "Venom" sequel.
The actor tells MTV he leans more towards "gratuitous ultra-violence" than kid-friendly PG-13 action when it comes to his new movie.
Ruben Fleischer's Sony tentpole is expected to bring in big business at the box office next month.
Tom Hardy is hefty, balding, and sporting the gangster's signature scars in a sneak peek released by "Fonzo" writer and director Josh Trank.
The chameleon-like actor, known for physical changes for previous roles, radically transforms himself again to embody the mobster late in life, in a film scheduled for release in October.
Reactions are a bit mixed in regards to "Venom's" latest trailer, but former "Spider-Man" trilogy alum Elizabeth Banks threw some brutal shade at Tom Hardy's character.
Tom Hardy's stand-alone saga "Venom" is inspiring a very mixed reaction from fans — save for universal objection to the film's pronunciation of a key term.
"Fantastic Four" and "Chronicle" director Josh Trank returns with this Al Capone biographical drama.

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We sat down with reality star and Skinnygirl mogul, Bethenny Frankel, to talk all things beauty!
Some went slutty, others went spooky. See what your favorite celebrities wore for Halloween!
They may have style, but do they have taste? From the OC to NYC, these are our favorite Real Housewives' hairstyles.
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Building a new high school was the main topic of conversation at Monday evening’s Halifax County School Board meeting. The board voted at a recent meeting in favor of building a new high school versus renovating the current school building, but the details are still being ironed out.
Steve Brumfield, Halifax County Public Schools director of maintenance, shared the projected annual operational savings of maintaining a new high school building versus the current high school at Monday’s meeting. Those projected annual savings are $109,904.76.
The projection is based on the size of the proposed new school building — 255,000 square feet — versus the current school building, which is 320,000 square feet, as well as the energy efficiency of the HVAC equipment installed and efficiency in water usage at the new school versus the old school.
HCPS superintendent Dr. Mark Lineburg noted the annual savings projection is a conservative estimate.
“The $109,000 is the most conservative estimate that you could ever come up with. I would have to think that probably double that is more likely, maybe even more than that. You’re updating all the HVAC systems and plumbing systems and so forth, so the savings is a minimum number,” Lineburg said. “Your first year of savings is guaranteed, so you ought to have the $200,000, and $500,000 pretty quickly.”
Brumfield also made the recommendation to place the operational savings incurred at the new high school into a capital improvement account to be used exclusively for capital needs at the high school.
“By placing these savings into an account, it will allow utilization of funds for future projects,” Brumfield explained. “As we build a new high school, we won’t have to worry about the maintenance cost of the school because the maintenance cost is going to be very low. But we could use that money on things such as upgrading the paving, emergency maintenance requests or anything that may have to do with the school where we may have to pull from that account.”
School board chair Kathy Fraley asked Brumfield if he foresaw having a regular maintenance schedule for the high school to avoid encountering the “same difficulties 25 years from now that we have presently.”
Brumfield replied that maintenance schedule is already in place. He further explained that he has a building management system that sends notifications to his foremen notifying them of maintenance that needs to take place at all the school buildings such as changing air filters and checking fire extinguishers.
Lineburg elaborated that a maintenance schedule would be in place to address those capital needs at the high school such as updating the athletic track and replacing the roof of the building.
ED-8 trustee Walter Potts also voiced his opinion that making all the schools in the school district as energy efficient as possible should be a high priority.
“If we’ve got inefficient schools, we need to make them more efficient,” he said.
On the topic of new high school construction, ED-4 trustee Jay Camp also presented an alternative construction method option for building the new high school — construction manager at risk — which he favors over the Public-Private Education Facilities and Infrastructure Act (PPEA) option.
“The CMAR is a delivery method which entails a commitment by the construction manager to deliver the project within a guaranteed maximum price, which is based on the construction documents and specifications at the time plus any reasonable inferred items or tasks,” Camp explained. “The CMAR provides professional services and acts as a consultant to the owner in the design, development and construction phases. Oftentimes, the CMAR also provides some of the actual construction of the project depending on the availability of bidders and the expertise the company has.”
Camp added the CMAR gives the owner the guaranteed maximum price prior to bid and the “thorough pre-qualification process” for contractors typically minimizes the number of low bidders and leads to “lower long-term cost, higher quality and fewer claims because only pre-qualified contractors are performing the work.”
ED-6 trustee Lacey Shotwell, who was appointed to the school board in a unanimous vote at Monday’s meeting after being elected to fill the board seat in the November general election, also expressed her favor of the CMAR method over the PPEA method.
“It lets you make one decision and then keeping moving through the process instead of signing on the dotted line and then finding out afterwards what you’re getting, like what happens with the PPEA,” Shotwell said.
ED-5 trustee Freddie Edmunds commented he would like to have more information on the CMAR option before forming an opinion and making a decision on it.
“I definitely would like to have some more information and do some more research on the CMAR, because for the past almost two years plus, all we’ve been talking about is a PPEA, and I’m not really going to make a decision on something that I just heard of tonight,” Edmunds said.
Potts expressed his concern that the CMAR method would take longer than the PPEA construction method.
“So, what you’re saying is all this work we’ve done over the past two years with the PPEA is for nothing?” Potts asked. “Correct me if I’m wrong, but it sounds like we’re getting ready to start all over.”
Fraley replied she does not interpret it that way; she views the CMAR method simply as another construction option, and one that potentially could be less costly.
Prior to Camp’s presentation of the CMAR and the board discussion, a citizen, Cheryl Watts of Halifax, shared her construction method preference for the new high school.
“On the question of building a new high school, I think any option other going with the PPEA proposal would be just short of insane,” Watts stated, during the citizen comment portion of the meeting. “What I know is that with the Branch Builds PPEA option, we not only could have a signed agreement with a guaranteed maximum price, probably by the time Santa Claus comes this year, but we also have a good proven history with Branch Builds. Their last project here was a very successful renovation of our middle school.”
In other business at Monday’s meeting, the school district’s head nurse coordinator, Tina Slabach, gave a health update, and the board approved changes to the calendar for the current school year.
Slabach gave a positive report on the health of students and staff in the school district, with a marked decline in the number of students and staff in quarantine due to COVID-19 since last month. Currently, Slabach said 42 students were out of school due to quarantine versus 249 students out of school the week of Oct. 14. In addition, Slabach said two staff members currently are out of work due to quarantine, versus nine staff members in quarantine the week of Oct. 14.
As of Monday, the total number of COVID-19 cases among students and staff since the start of the school year was 196, Slabach told the board. That number was 151 on Oct. 14, indicating 45 new cases among students and staff over the past month.
Potts asked what percentage of staff members had been vaccinated for COVID-19. Slabach responded that percentage is in the 80s, versus 48% of the general Halifax County population that has been vaccinated.
In other reports, director of student services Jeff Davis informed the board of the formation of a student code of conduct committee, for the purpose of reviewing the code of conduct to provide “more proactive measures to address student behavior.” The committee will be comprised of board members, central office staff, administrators and teachers.
Davis asked for board volunteers to serve on the student code of conduct committee. Fraley and Shotwell both volunteered to serve.
In a final matter of business, the board unanimously voted on changes to the school calendar, making the entire week of Thanksgiving a holiday for the students and staff. Prior to the change, students would have attended school Monday, Tuesday and half the day on Wednesday the week of Thanksgiving. In addition, Wednesday (Nov. 10) will be a holiday for students instead of early release, and Dec. 9 will be a student holiday/teacher workday.
ED-3 trustee Sandra Garner-Coleman made the motion to amend the school calendar, and Camp seconded the motion
Lisa Long, director of elementary instruction/professional development, said the week off would be a “breath of fresh air” to the students as well as the staff, all of whom have assumed extra duties this school year on top of their regular job because of COVID-19.


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Oddly, it's Donovan's performance here that proves the movie's weakest link, though his writing and helming tie for a close second.
Morse and Donovan hold us rapt in this clearly told tale about identity confusion.
What really matters is the interplay between two fine actors, the icy Donovan and the fiery Morse.
Both characters are riveting, and they even manage to earn most of the freight that Donovan loads onto his heavily ironic title.
An exceedingly earnest, high-minded hostage drama in which any visceral tension is secondary to topical debates by a captor and his prisoner.
Writer-director-star Martin Donovan can't connect the dots; the film is a ponderous bore.
...the movie's various problems [are] exacerbated by a complete and total absence of suspense or tension.
Overall, The Collaborator is the type of film that rewards repeated viewings.
Collaborator is a sharp and vital debut that keeps viewers guessing at all the right moments.
A solid, character-based drama that speaks to the disappointments of middle age and mortality in general, Collaborator doesn't let anyone off the hook -- not even the viewer.
Working with modest means, Donovan has created an intriguing chamber film very much in line with the idiosyncratic markers of his career so far.
It's a promising debut for the director and an intriguing study of characters facing desperate circumstances.
A quietly suspenseful, provocative and surprising directorial debut. It shows great promise in Martin Donovan's budding career as a writer/director.
What takes shape is a character piece that makes a literary job of deconstructing the hostage thriller.
In his debut auteurial flourish, writer-director-writer Martin Donovan proves himself a triple-threat bore.
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Monday, February 4, 2013
Director: Walter Hill
Cast: Sylvester Stallone, Sung Kang, Jason Mamoa, Christian Slater, Sarah Shahi
MPAA Rating: R Running Time: 91 mins.
Jimmy Bonomo is a hitman. When someone makes the mistake of betraying him there will be hell to pay and he will take down anyone who gets in his way.
Stallone's first solo effort since "Rambo," aka Rambo 4, is a mixed bag. It is a much better film than Schwarzenegger's "The Last Stand" which opened less than a month ago. Despite being in his 60s Stallone still holds his own in a fight scene. Unfortunately you have to wait until the end to get to the highlight of the film. This has more in common with "Cobra" or "The Specialist." I found it rather interesting that this film feels more like something Steven Seagal might have done earlier in his career. Walter Hill really keeps this film from failing. He keeps it moving along a good pace despite the countless cliches that populate the film. Many of Stallone's one-liners fall flat but he still exudes a presence that this is not some guy you wanna mess with. You get on board and what to see him dispense his brand of justice. There are some humorous moments here and there and a some what effective turn by Mamoa as the villain. Overall it's nothing special but is still mildly entertaining no-brainer entertainment.
Director: Julie Taymor
Cast: Jim Sturgess, Evan Rachael Wood, Joe Anderson, Dana Fuchs
MPAA Rating: PG-13 Running Time: 133 mins
In the midst of the Vietnam War, a lad from Liverpool arrives in the states and falls for an upper-class American girl. Their romance grows during a tumultuous period in American history.
I don't know exactly what it was. Usually I can really get into a movie like this. "Moulin Rouge" excellent. "Rock of Ages" wasn't bad. However for some reason this one didn't resonate with me. Kind of odd since I am a Beatles fan. Like the two films I mentioned the music of the Beatles is used to either propel the story or underscore what is going on at the time. I suppose it really came down to I just didn't connect with anyone in the movie. Now that I think of it, I felt the same way after seeing "Rent" the movie but that wasn't populated by covers.
There were times where the songs were used effectively but others where it just got a little too cute or telegraphed. Taymor is usually a striking visionary but here she is just average. Look at films like "Titus" or "The Tempest", the look of this film can't compare. I really don't know what can be done to improve the experience. Afterwards I found myself really wanting to watch "A Hard Days Night." It's rather unfair to compare that musical masterpiece with this failed experiment. Oh, well. I guess I'll just have to let it be...sorry had to go there.


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The average dog only sees about 1/3 as well as humans do. It went on and on and I took her to the vet. For the study, researchers put dogs into a brain scanner and exposed them to five different smells: themselves, a familiar human, a strange human, a familiar dog, and a strange dog. While the invasive sniffing can be embarrassing, especially if your dog does it to a visitor, it’s their way of saying hello and learning about someone. So, as you can see, the reason why your dog might be sniffing so much is most likely because that’s simply what dogs do! If you were a dog, you would definitely be sniffing. If your dog is sniffing anything and everything he comes across while you are walking, you are going to want to do this training on walks. Observe your dog, in which kind of situations is he sniffing? For instance, keep a good distance to strangers if he’s afraid of them. Plus, sniffing is only allowed if you tell him itâs okay to do so. They are important sources of information for your dog. From food, to drugs, to diseases, dogs can sniff out just about anything. Even there, she was not herself. In order to change that, it’s important to understand why your dog is sniffing so much, first. Download this e-book to get the explanations behind some of the strangest canine behaviors. Or at least, thatâs what youâve... Hi there, I'm Caroline and I'm the proud owner of a hyper Miniature Poodle, called Baloo! Then, always praise him when he lifts his head to keep walking. Dogs lick in order to soothe their stomachs and ease any kind of discomfort they may be experiencing. AKC actively advocates for responsible dog ownership and is dedicated to advancing dog sports. That’s even bigger than the section of our brain dedicated to interpreting sight. The main reason your dog sniffs so much on a walk is that they’re gathering information about other dogs that have been in the same area. My dog is suddenly sniffing around my house and the patio and yard like he is a blood hound. Sometimes, his teeth start to chatter. Once he gets tired, he loses that focus and gets distracted by all the smells. His sense of smell is up to 100â000 times stronger than ours. Indeed, the smelling section of a dog brain is 40 times larger than ours. And those terrific trackers we know as Bloodhounds have 300 million! There are several illnesses that can cause obsessive licking, so if your dog has this problem, the first step is to have a complete veterinary workup to identify or eliminate a medical cause. The key thing to remember is that sniffing is one of the most important things to a pup and is part of what keeps them happy in life. Sure, your dog sniffing everything on a walk can be a little frustrating — especially if you’re in a hurry — but sniffing really is her favorite thing (after you, of course). If you got most of your sensory information through your nose, you’d sniff everything, too! You might smell chocolate chip cookies, but your dog can smell the chocolate chips, flour, eggs, and other ingredients. She is excessively sniffing everything in the house, and is running around, upstairs and down. In order to make this work, you need to give your dog enough chances to sniff. My Dog is Licking Everything and Throwing Up. Sniffing in Cats Explained! Dogs who pull on walks to sniff everything do so because it’s rewarding. Who wouldnât want to know the latest gossip of their furry neighborhood? Dogs, on the other hand, primarily want to learn about the environment through olfaction.” ~Patricia McConnell. Better yet, reward short stretches of loose-leash walking or heeling with frequent sniff breaks. Of course, itâs not much fun having to be pulled around by your dog and then standing at one spot for basically the whole walkâ¦. So Fido … This sniffing could be occurring because the dog may feel uncomfortable with the crowd of people approaching. 18 Best Dogs for Hiking and Camping (Big and Small). The most important one is because itâs mentally enriching and they can extract a lot of information from a smell. The vet explained that traumatic things can happen that will cause a behavioral shift like this from time to time. I cover this topic in detail in my article about the question “do dogs get tired of the same food?”. It can be annoying though, so I’ll show you how to limit in further down below. During the first few rounds, he never sniffs, even if another dog has marked somewhere (happens sometimes) or even if treats are lying around. Phobia of noises is very common in dogs and often involves fireworks and thunderstorms. They also allow dogs to detect a complexity in odors that humans can’t. However, dogs might also sniff … So, other than their ears, dogs really âseeâ the world with their noses! You can actually use this to your advantage. He totally got the concept and very rarely walks in front of me which means weâre both happy! 2. Maladaptive stress responses are chronic and/or long-term anxiet… This is usually a sign that your dog is experiencing gastrointestinal distress, and should always result in a trip to the vet. Written by Richard Parker. For those maxi sniffers, only commands might not do the job. If every time your dog pulls, he gets to sniff something, what … For the rest of the time, he should walk heel or just on a loose leash. These can include startling briefly when a loud noise occurs or being weary when approached by a stranger. Itâs basically mental stimulation for free which is great because it tires your dog out much faster than physical exercise. Heâll probably still sniff a little. She stops for a treat when offered, and then will continue the behavior. It could also be due to something being stuck - a foreign body. Instead of licking the furniture, they will start to play. However, it only works so well because heâs very focused on me and never goes very far. AKC Scent Work is a great choice. Humans have only around 5 million scent receptors in our noses, but some breeds have over 100 million. “The information that every dog — the tracking dog, of course, but also the dog lying next to you, snoring, on the couch — has about the world based on smell is unthinkably rich.”. AKC Scent Work, Barn Hunt, and Tracking are all great ways to channel your dog’s urges to sniff. But if you just want to have a relaxed pooch once youâre home, physical exercise alone isnât gonna cut it! And one last great tip I can give you for those strong sniffers is to use off-leash walks for sniffing. Essential info about dog health, training, sports and more. Because if you simply do physical exercise, youâll only build up their stamina. dog wants to sniff everything on walks . Dog Behavior Series: Sniffing. You may have brought in some smell or odor from another cat or from a dog and it settled on things in your apartment. However, if your walks only consist of 200 feet walking and the rest just being your dog sniffing and marking, it can get quite annoying! Dogs sometimes simply sniff the air. As Iâve said before, your dogâs nose is basically his super power. he is answered by a verified dog veterinarian. A feline nose possesses 45 to 80 million olfactory receptors, whereas a human nose only contains about 5 million receptors. My dog is acting out of character. They can detect the gender of the other dog, as well as clues to that dog’s age and health status. No wonder dogs find “pee-mail” on the fire hydrant so fascinating. So, generally, a sniffing dog is completely normal. Dogpackr.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. This is especially true if the behavior appeared suddenly.Medical causes of obsessive floor licking include: 1. Help, My Dog Keeps Sniffing on Walks. This is almost a guarantee for a chilled dog! So, hereâs the short answer: Dogs sniff for a number of different reasons. Answer a few simple questions and find the right dog for you, Compare up to 5 different breeds side by side, Browse the AKC Marketplace to find the right puppy for you, Browse our extensive library of dog names for inspiration, Find out the best and worst foods for your dog and which to avoid. It could be due to a viral infection. Again, heâs not allowed in front of me because I want to have control over him in case somethingâs approaching and I want him to walk heel. he just vomited a bunch of human hair, froth and partially digested dog food and seems to have. As the handler has no idea where the swab is located, the dog takes the lead and lets their nose lead the way. If you have a dog that lifts his (or her) leg on anything and everything, you know what a frustrating and disgusting habit this can be! Teach a “go sniff” cue when it’s time for the break, so your dog knows it’s okay to relax and catch some odors. Scent Work is a relatively easy sport to train at home. Oct 28, 2011 A dog's super sniffer is used for everything from assessing bladder cancer in their abilities to suss out the world through their sense of smell. In fact, dogs obtain more detailed information from scent than we can even imagine. Then, reward the behavior you want from him and determine, where he’s allowed to sniff and where he has to walk heel or simply next to you. So let them sniff away! Humans have only 5–6 million scent receptors in our noses. The chance to smell provides your dog with important information and essential mental stimulation. It’s natural for dogs to salivate in response to stimulation, but an overproduction of saliva could be the sign of a health problem. Depending on the breed, dogs have up 100 million or more scent receptors in their noses. They’re getting all the neighborhood gossip in one big whiff. As you can see, dogs were basically born to sniff! However, if you feel like your dog isnât doing anything else but sniffing as soon as heâs awake, that might be a sign that thereâs something wrong. 1, even if itâs just a little. When your dog exhibits signs of maladaptive stress responses this is when you should be concerned. Your email address will not be published. Itâs completely normal for dogs to sniff their complete surroundings. Your dog obsessively sniffing the floor in the house. Why is my sniffing the air and looking up? Salivary problems in dogs can be caused by anxiety, travel sickness, a blocked/sore throat, oral hygiene, teething, heatstroke, and irritation of the mouth. Or let him walk heel until you get to a particularly interesting smelling spot where he can mark as well and then let him sniff that area for as long as he wants. While it may be perfectly normal dog behavior, it’s not acceptable for dogs to choose to mark inside homes and public places. Dogs make fantastic companions when youâre hitting the trails, though some breeds tend to do better while hiking than... 11 Tips to Stop a Puppy from Peeing in the Crate. In case your dogâs recall isnât that strong, you can also use a long leash to give him more freedom to sniff. Is he sniffing in a particular spot on your body or is it just general sniffing all around? Therefore, cats are known to gather more information through sniffing things than from their eyesight. For those super sniffers, you might also want to consider doing nose work as dog sport. https://www.akc.org/wp-admin/admin-ajax.php. Once of the reasons why many people get dogs is to help stay active! If you are a human, do not fill in this field. And who can blame them? Whenever Baloo does that, I know that another dog has just passed by. First, their noses are far more powerful than ours. March 27, 2019 August 7, 2016 by Adrienne Farricelli. For instance, if your dog is uncomfortable around strangers, he might sniff, in order to avoid the contact to that person that’s just approaching. Dogs can detect some smells in parts per trillion. I feel daft asking this as all dogs sniff, but I don't know how long to leave him there (with his leg in the air) or whether to give him a gentle 'come on' tug. Make sure to check out my 10 signs and symptoms for an overtired dog to know how to react appropriately. One of the things theyâre great for is helping you with potty training your puppy! When you’re shopping in the grocery store, do you look at different packages to decide what to buy? They’re really good at it too. The way something smells gives dogs more information than the way something looks, feels, sounds, or tastes. Dogs have some of the most powerful smelling organs in the world. We use 3 commands: heel, go sniff and go potty. Dogs also have a special scent organ called the vomeronasal organ, located between the roof of the mouth and the bottom of the nasal passage. It’s helpful for owners to get a sense of why your dog seeks to sniff everything in sight. Thatâs one of my favorite ways to let Baloo have his fun. It could be due to him having eaten something that is just not sitting well - ate some table scraps, got into the garbage, new food, etc. “While we’re walking we spend a lot of energy looking around—enjoying the view and noting what has changed in the neighborhood. Think about how dogs greet each other. Whilst pica isn't usually caused by health problems, many medical conditions can cause the dog to eat strange objects, such as dietary deficiencies, or oesophageal dysphagia, which will be the first causes ruled out by the vet when performing examinations. Save my name and email in this browser for the next time I comment. Another great way to foster your dog’s love of smells is to take up a dog sport that uses the nose. All rights reserved. One recent study, for example, found that when dogs were exposed to the scent of a familiar person, their brains may have interpreted that scent as a reward. This is particularly useful for hyperactive dogs. Could my dog be having a seizure? https://www.akc.org/subscription/thank-you. Why is my dog drooling so much suddenly? However, you don’t want to spend your entire walk sniffing the same tree. This is because scents are naturally also flying through the air. Even easier than that, which is also my preferred way, is to simply let him sniff on walks. Required fields are marked *. So, while they are in the house, I would dis-regard this situation. The most important one is because it’s mentally enriching and they can extract a lot of information from a smell. If you could smell every single ingredient in a chocolate chip cookie, wouldnât you want to sniff all day and night? In case your pup just loves to get a good whiff on your walks, it’s completely fine if he’s sniffing throughout your entire walk. However, extra scent receptors don’t just mean dogs can sniff subtle odors we would miss. If he does it when you’re home, then you’ll need the help of a behaviorist or veterinary behaviorist to determine what’s causing your dog to … The science behind a dog’s sense of smell The Science Behind Your Dog's Sniffing. It could be due to other metabolic issues. Adrienne Farricelli . Dogs will have normal stress responses that are healthy. Or you can just make scent games at home: I highly recommend you train some commands for your walks. This should lead to significantly shorter sniffing sessions. As you can see in these 21 fun things to do with your dog at home, sniffing games are just perfect! Iâll show you how to let him sniff to a reasonable extent in just a second. Dogs may be attracted to the odor since it smells different from the rest of the body. And their eyes arenât very strong either. Join us for a month-long series of understanding dog behavior! De-scenting … Since Baloo isnât sniffing super extensively, our walks usually look like this: He generally has to walk heel on a loose leash but heâs always allowed to stop and sniff behind me. Use your “leave it” cue to tell your dog when it’s time to move on. Usually they will smell every corner and every car's wheel. If your dog does it only when you’re gone, it could indicate separation anxiety. Humans may possess the organ as well, but it’s unlikely we use pheromones to communicate the way dogs do. “What the dog sees and knows comes through his nose,” affirms Barnard College professor Alexandra Horowitz in her book Being a Dog: Following the Dog Into a World of Smell. he just started acting weird about an hour ago and that is when the vomiting started. Human noses and brains simply aren’t wired that way. If he is sniffing at a particular spot on your body he may be smelling some changes that are happening. Dogs are impressive in their abilities to suss out the world through their sense of smell. There’s even a dog sport called Scent Work, where dogs have to find different things using their nose. In my article on the question âdo dogs get tired?â I show you exactly how to use a walk to get a super chill dog! So, when heâs feeling tense, sniffing can provide some release. Then I say âokâ (my cue for go sniff), which means heâs allowed to go to the yummy smelling point. Over time, he understands that a short sniff gets him praise more quickly. Just as we use vision as our main sense for understanding our environment, dogs use their noses. Nutrient Deficiency: Many dogs who aren't getting enough nutrients may try to consume inanimate objects to make up for these deficiencies. You can basically use it as rewards or make 1 walk per day the sniffy walk and for the rest, he has to walk heel. This is a very clear indicator for me that heâs had enough! About the author: Adrienne Farricelli is a certified dog trainer and behavior consultant. Dogs pretty much “see” the world with their noses, which is why they want to make use of their noses as much as possible. Toss a ball or a toy. This will allow your pup to make full use of his nose by actually doing a job (finding the object). Because you’re right: sometimes Fido really will be distracted (sniffing), or not hungry (refusing food), or he may have an itch (scratching). But some dog owners might definitely be wondering: why on earth is my dog sniffing so much? If your dog is a hunting breed, itâs also possible that some other animal passed through here and he picked up its scent. I guess, Baloo must be an exception here, because he can see other dogs from about the same distance as I do…. First up, sniffing. My dog is sniffing a lot – How do I get my dog to stop sniffing everything? To change your dogâs excessive sniffing, you should first understand why he might be doing it. Not to get all New Age on you, but you have to look at the whole dog. I can observe that regularly with Baloo during Agility training. However, dogs might also sniff because theyâre stressed, and they want to avoid a certain situation, or it can also be a sign that theyâre overtired. Just like with humans, different sections of a dogs’ brains specialize in different things. Your senior dog’s vocalizing can become a problem if he does it too often or at inappropriate times, like when you’re sleeping. With all these scent signals traveling from the nose, it’s no wonder dogs’ brains have a larger olfactory cortex than humans. The real warning sign is when it’s combined with other calming/stress signals. A dog’s nose is a powerful tool. This makes sure that walks are on your terms, but he still gets his sniffing time, so you’re both happy! Dogs absolutely love to sniff! You have questions, we have answers. Once you see progress, you can start training to only let him sniff when you tell him itâs ok to do so. In this case, I recommend to make your walk as boring as possible by simply walking the same route over and over again, until heâs smelled every little bit of it! If the sniffing gets a little too extreme, I highly recommend you make sure he actually gets enough time to use his sniffer. That includes every leaf on a bush, some other dogâs privates, potentially your privatesâ¦ and sometimes also just the air, especially when another dog walked past. But do all of that on a boring route with no new smells or potentially little smells at all, like the middle of the road in a quiet neighborhood. Thatâs great if you want to take them hiking. So, here’s the short answer: Dogs sniff for a number of different reasons. This is why theyâre capable of sniffing out drugs, illnesses and why they can find a human just by sniffing a personal item. On the other hand, your dogâs tasting buds are much weaker than ours, they only have about 1’700 tasting buds while we have about 9’000. Plus, it can also act as a means of communication. Now it works at about 80% (sometimes he just really doesnât have to go). Now, another important reason why dogs love to sniff is because it acts as mental enrichment. Question: My dog started licking everything and he will even just lay there and lick his lips and swallow hard. Also new cleaners can cause this. I trained this when Baloo was a puppy, simply by always saying the cue when he was doing his business and praising him. This shows that he doesnât quite understand whatâs going on and he investigates my new legs by sniffing it. So, if you give them commands, they know whatâs expected of them and can relax. This is why I highly recommend to also provide some mental exercise for your dog. Your email address will not be published. Crates are such wonderful things, and can help you out in a lot of ways. Dogs may want to lick the salt left behind from sweat on the feet as well. This means that you let him sniff for a little while, then tell him to keep going. In fact, one-eighth of a dog’s brain is dedicated to interpreting odor. Baloo is generally quite polite in that regard, but heâs also too small to reach up to human private parts ð but one funny thing he does is that he sniffs my leg when I change my pants. That has truly worked wonders for us! One of the most common reasons why your dog is acting scared all of a sudden is a phobia. I am however intrigued as to why when out for walks he has to sniff everything he passes, he's even started doing it to the car. The bright lights, the flashes, and the ear-piercing noise freak dogs out of their minds. Does it look like he’s using is as a way to avoid stress? A cat’s sense of smell is far superior to that of humans. Founded in 1884, the AKC is the recognized and trusted expert in breed, health, and training information for dogs. This is because heâs highly focused and excited. Sniffing can mean that your dog is in a situation they don't like, and want to avoid. Not only is it fun and entertaining, but itâs also relaxing and interesting. In order to understand why dogs sniff so much, The Dodo reached out to Dr. Andrea Tu, medical director at Behavior Vets NYC. So, it’s not hyperbole to suggest that a dog’s sense of smell may be even more powerful than a human’s sense of sight. If he wants to go on my other side or wants to sniff further back, he has to ask permission by looking at me. After the 5th or 6th round he starts sniffing and isnât focused on me anymore. As Iâve just mentioned, sniffing is quite relaxing for dogs. When you see your dog licking or sucking fabric, take their favorite toy and throw it. Many people don’t like it when their dog tries to lick their face or hands but are more tolerant of dogs licking their feet. Why Do Cats Smell Everything? Dogs love it when they know whatâs going on. Anxious vocalizing is usually a plaintive howl or excessive whining. Tense Leash Means Stop. That’s why they spend so much time smelling the air and – as gross as this may be – even the urine and feces of other pooches. Hydrants and tree trunks aren’t something to rush past or avoid. This guarantees as little distraction as possible. My dog wigged out bigtime all of the sudden a few months ago. Aug 18, 2011 LOL"--Liz Growing body of research says dogs really can smell cancer If your dog shows a sudden, unusual interest in your breath, a mole. In order to change that, itâs important to understand why your dog is sniffing so much, first. Their nose is their most powerful organ, which is why they love to make good use of it. Sniffing provides mental stimulation for your dog, which helps him to get from hyper to relaxed in minutes! At times, she will stop and stare, and then will continue running around. Author; Recent Posts; Follow me. Dogs hunt for hidden cotton swabs scented with essential oils and must tell their handler when they have made the discovery. I've also spent a great deal of time figuring out how to calm him down in different situations and how to wear him out mentally (such as teaching him tricks). © The American Kennel Club, Inc. 2020. This is important. Tracking, Barn Hunt, and Earthdog are all wonderful ways to celebrate your dog’s nose. I am new to dog ownership but love our new family member. Dogs have a much more powerful sense of smell than humans, and they use scent to transmit information. Sniffing can also be a sign that your dog is overtired and needs a nap. And he has a pretty strong recall, which is obviously essential for off-leash walks. So it is up to the humans to try to explain that rule to the dog in a way he or she can understand. But we humans use our eyes to make sense of the world around us. Or do you smell the cans and boxes? Dogs possess around 300 million olfactory receptors in their noses. Dogs don’t form memories as we do, but they tend to remember negative/positive experiences strongly. Such a helpful command when you want him to only go in a certain spot or when you want him to go before bedtime! Also called the Jacobson’s organ and found in other animals like snakes, cats, and horses, it has specialized receptors that focus on detecting pheromones. Trust me, this will boost your dog’s self-confidence and will make him the happiest pooch on earth! he is a 7lb yorkie. If you decide to purchase through one or our links, I earn a small commission, at no extra cost for you. One of the main reasons your dog might start sniffing is either because they're nervous or stressed. The dog slows even more, curves slightly, stops, and seems very interested in suddenly sniffing a bush. First, make your dog’s walks enjoyable by allowing ample chances to sniff. Preventing your dog from experiencing the world through scent is like putting a blindfold on a human. Not only do they have 25 times the number of olfactory receptors we do, by some measures their sense of smell is considered thousands of times more acute than ours. Information is transmitted via noses rather than barks or paw shakes. And when dogs sniff another dog, they smell more than doggy odor. If so, try to meet him half way. If you do this often, they will start using their toys to get their licking urges out instead of the furniture. What makes a dog’s sense of smell so effective? Being a Dog: Following the Dog Into a World of Smell. So, when heâs behind me, heâs allowed to do whatever he wants, which acts as a reward for doing what I want him to do (walking behind me). Teach a “go sniff” cue when it’s time for the break, so your dog knows it’s okay to relax and catch some odors. So, what I recommend you do is that you train your dog for walks at your terms. So, sniffing acts as a reward for walking on a loose leash and not pulling forward. So, I basically donât even have to look back because I know heâll be just a few feet behind me. If your dog is sniffing you or other people he greets inappropriately, you're going to need to set up some of these situations to train your dog during an occasion where he sniffs typically. So, when I say the cue, he does nr. We've let her out a few times, and that doesn't seem to be the matter. Excessive sniffing can also be a sign of stress! So, now that you know why dogs sniff and that a reasonable amount of sniffing can actually be very beneficial for your dog, letâs look at how you can limit it to a reasonable extent. And last but not least I love the cue âgo pottyâ. 10 signs and symptoms for an overtired dog, 21 fun things to do with your dog at home. Sniffing acts as a type of distraction, but there are other stressed out dog symptoms you can look for too. Number of different reasons fabric, take their favorite toy and throw it: dogs sniff a. 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Jps Commentary on Esther, by Berlin, Adele
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- ISBN: 9780827606999 | 0827606990
- Cover: Hardcover
- Copyright: 1/1/2001
Recipient of the Prize of the Minister of Science, Culture, and Sport [of the State of Israel] for classical literature for the year 5762 . The commentary, which accompanies the Hebrew biblical text and the JPS translation, approaches the Book of Esther from a fresh literary point-of-view. It includes essays entitled "When and Where Was the Book of Esther Written?"; "Sex and Spies"; and "Rabbinic Interpretation."


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20 credits at level HE4
In this module students will develop an understanding of analogue and digital audio formats and standards for subsequent manipulation in non-linear editing software. Students will acquire audio in different formats, from a range of sound sources, and for different purposes in the video or sound recording industries. Students will critically analyse contemporary cinematic and sound design, with emphasis of sound and image and audience perception.
Students will receive hands-on training in non-linear audio management, narration editing, sound effects, music editing, and automated mixing. Classes will normally be divided into a classroom component and a laboratory component, the latter giving students regular instructor-supervised laboratory time with the industry standard audio editing application.
Audio formats and standards; Non-linear editing applications; Sound recording industry standards; Narration editing, sound effects, music editing, and automated mixing; Understanding of different genres; Perceptions of sound and image; Use post-production audio techniques; Use safe working practices at all times; Evaluate audio for subsequent editing; Research; Presentation and peer evaluation.
The initial sessions will be laboratory/classroom based with subsequent lessons spent working on practical projects with production equipment on site as well as on location. The project designs are negotiated with the students and project plans are researched and produced. Module content is student led and production formats can include music videos, soundtracks to movies, song and radio formats.
For the assessment, students will conduct a research project to show understanding of audio standards and formats and investigation of a variety of techniques and concepts used in the audi industry, film and TV genres. They will critically evaluate the use of sound within these genres to create mood and narrative. Students will undertake preparatory research critically evaluating the work of others, and then produce an edited sequence from captured or stock footage of approximately 3 minutes. They will present their practical work to their peers together with their reflective evaluation and action plan for improvement.
when you have successfully completed this module you will:
to demonstrate that you have achieved the learning outcome you will:
|1.||Be able to demonstrate understanding of a variety of techniques and concepts used in the audio industry, film and TV genres, and critically evaluate the use of sound to create mood and drive narrative within a variety of genres.||
1.1 identify and critically examine a variety of film /TV genres and the use of sound within these genres.
1.2 critically evaluate the use of sound to create mood and drive narrative within a variety of genres.
1.3 (a) select an appropriate sound technique for your assessed project and (b) justify your choice.
|2.||Understand how to acquire, create and manage audio in an appropriate format for subsequent editing.||
2.1 acquire and manage audio in an appropriate format for subsequent editing.
2.2 create and manage audio in an appropriate format for subsequent editing.
|3.||Be aware of a range of platforms and codecs suitable for a variety of outputs and demonstrate the ability to output to a chosen format.||
3.1 chose and apply an appropriate codec for specified output.
3.2 justify your choice in terms of quality and suitability.
|4.||Critically evaluate others’ work for quality, suitability, impact.||4.1 critically evaluate others’ work for quality, suitability, impact.|
|5.||Critically evaluate your sound product for quality, suitability, impact and plan for improvement of your work in this area.||
5.1 justify and critically evaluate your sound product in terms of quality, suitability and impact.
5.2 devise an action plan for improvement of your work in this area.
Your achievement of the learning outcomes for this module will be tested as follows:
|Description||Project -preparatory research critically evaluating the work of others -production of an edited sequence from captured or stock footage of approximately 3 minutes||Presentation of 10minutes and supporting documentation of 1,500 words -Reflective evaluation of the practical work and processes engaged in (approximately 500 words) -Justification (500 words) -Action plan (Approximately 500 words)||Research portfolio -identify and critically examine a variety of film /TV genres and the use of sound within these genres -critically evaluate the use of sound to create mood and drive narrative within a variety of genres (500 words)|
Before taking this module you must have successfully completed the following:
and/or be taking the following corequisite modules:
You cannot take this module if you are taking or have taken:
Holman, T. (2002) ‘Sound for Film and Television’ Focal Press, Oxford, London; UK
Honthaner, E. (2001) ‘The Complete Film Production Handbook’ Focal Press, Oxford, London; UK
Pohlmann, C. (2000) ‘Principles of Digital Audio’ McGraw-Hill, New York; USA
Rumsey and McCormick (2002) ‘Sound and Recording’ Focal Press, Oxford, London; UK
Wyatt, H. Amyes, T. (2004) ‘Audio Post Production for Television and Film: An introduction to technology and techniques: An Introduction to Technology and Techniques’ Focal Press, Oxford, London; UK
Weiss, A. (2001) ‘Experimental Sound and Radio’ The MIT Press, Massachusetts; US
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Used to the likes of Sidney Street, Farmhaus, and Local Harvest across the state in St. Louis, Pot Pie was a welcome night out. Excellently seared scallops, crunchy asparagus, fresh and seasonal produce, aka tomatoes taste like tomatoes. Well worth a stop!
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Editorial: Help our nonprofits recover from hurricane damage
Hurricane Matthew caused millions of dollars in damage to Savannah-area property owners and businesses. It didn't do Savannah's non-profit organizations any favors either. A number of worthy groups, like the Savannah Chapter of the Crohn's &Colitis Foundation of America, America's Second Harvest and The Two Hundred Club, had major fund-raising events scrubbed by the storm.
These groups lost time and money. Savannah is known as a generous community, and that generosity should extend to organizations clobbered by Matthew.
It's important to remember and support these groups financially during the coming weeks and months so they don't become collateral damage. CCFA has rescheduled its annual fundraising event, the "Take Steps Walk for Crohn's and Colitis," originally set for Oct. 16 in Daffin Park, to this Sunday, Nov. 13, at Lake Mayer. The food bank's Chef's Table, set for Oct. 11, was rescheduled and held on Nov. 3. Donors and participants should be credited for supporting that event and making it a success, as the Food Bank was actively involved in providing food to many groups and individuals in the wake of the hurricane.
CCFA is another deserving group that needs the public's help. About 1.6 million children and adults in the United States suffer from Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis (that's about 1 in 20 of all Americans). Promising research toward a cure is underway, and the local group is actively involved in educating and supporting victims of this disease in the Savannah area. It would be a shame if Matthew's timing erased all the good this group does in our community.
Another wonderful group that had to reschedule a major event is The 200 Club of the Coastal Empire. This organization, which supports police officers, firefighters, first responders and their families has rescheduled its second annual Red, White and Blue BBQ for Thursday, Nov. 17.
Much to the group's credit, it is using this delay to recast the event into a new format.
The fundraiser has been turned into a giant thank-you to area first responders for their service.
The Two Hundred Club intends to use this opportunity to provide a meal of BBQ pulled pork, baked beans, macaroni and cheese, and a roll to every on duty police officer, sheriff's deputy, firefighter and EMS worker in Chatham County in appreciation of their service.
That is a magnificent, and extremely appetizing, display of gratitude that the entire community can support along with the Two Hundred Club. Donations for this event start at $20; a $400 donation will feed an entire police precinct or fire/EMS station.
The Two Hundred Club is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization that provides immediate and significant financial assistance for families of fallen and critically injured law-enforcement officers, firefighters and emergency medical service personnel, as well as college educations for the family members of first responders who die in the line of duty. All donations directly support the families of our fallen heroes. Since its inception, the club has given over $1.6 million to support local families of fallen and critically injured first responders. That's outstanding.
Savannah is bouncing back from Matthew, as local property owners and businesses hurt by the storm are rebuilding and recovering. But citizens who have been focusing on their own problems shouldn't forget all the wonderful non-profit groups that serve our community during good times and bad. Hurricane Matthew robbed some of them of their time and money. The public should help them recover, too.


According to Hollard (insurance company) experts, South Africa should be seeing a big change in the weather starting sometime December. This is when El Nina passes through our solar system, and as the name suggests, it has the opposite effect that El Nino had. With the latter we’ve seen a tremendous drought problem across the globe, but now insurance companies want their clients to get ready for damaging floods. The Hollard experts base their conclusion on historical weather facts, although there are several experts who disagree completely. This leaves us stuck between two expert opinions.
All we know for sure is that South Africa is currently facing a serious drought. Every year it just gets drier, and while the scattered showers help a lot, it might not be enough to sustain a future. South Africans have to take the initiative if there is going to be a future, and although we can’t force the rain to come, we can use the supply we have sparingly. Here are some basic ways to start saving water.
- Tend to Leaks
Leaks usually start small, but they end up becoming a very big problem. Unfortunately, by the time you realize it, so much water has already been wasted. It’s been estimated that up to 80lt of water can go to waste on a daily basis from a faucet leak or drip. If you want to know if there might be a hidden leak, pay close attention to the water meter. If there is unusual activity then it can probably be a leak you’re not seeing.
- Install Water-Saving Shower Heads
It’s a very simple process to install water-saving shower heads and they make a big difference in terms of conserving water. You might also consider limiting the time you spend in the shower, or at least shut the water off while washing.
- Plastic Bottles in the Toilet
You might not realize it, but just flushing the toilet is the single highest usage of water in a typical home. The older the toilet the more water it’s going to waste. A cheap way of limiting the water wastage is to take a plastic bottle, fill it with about 2cm of sand and water, then put it in the tank away from the flushing mechanisms. This way the tank won’t fill up with so much water.
- Don’t Leave the Water Running
For many of us it’s habit to leave the water running, especially when we think it’s going to be a quick shave or toothbrush session. Instead of rinsing your razor under clean water every time, pour a little in the basin and tap the razor in there. The same goes for rinsing dishes.
- Store Water in the Fridge
By now everyone knows how long you should let the water in tap flow before it cools down in the summer. It’s understandable that the last thing you want is hot water, so why not just keep a permanent water supply in the fridge? This way you won’t have to let the tap flow for 2 minutes before cold water actually comes out.
- Only Wash Full Loads
It makes sense to wash clothes and dishes in small loads, because it’s quicker. But when it comes to saving water, it’s more logical for the washing machine and dishwasher to get loaded to the max before washing.


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