What good is a New Year’s Day without a juicy resolution or two? I mean, even if we let our resolutions fall by the wayside on January 30th or 3rd, we’ve at least thrown a pebble into the pond and cause a mind ripple to form, expand, grow. There’s always the chance that the seed we plant today—even if left in the dark ground—will germinate, receive rain, eventually surface to sunlight, and bloom into beautiful being.
That’s how ideas often work for writers. Sometimes our ideas are a lightning strike, and we rush to the keyboard and pound out an entire chapter. Other times, one perfect sentence comes to mind, and we jot it in a journal, and every week or so, another joins it, and one day it’s a poignant story. Sometimes it’s just a phrase that tings in the air like the toast of crystal goblets, and we scribble on a napkin, to find it later and craft a poem that resonates and, yes, ripples, from our heart into the hearts of others.
Have I convinced you to make a writing resolution? I hope so! Nothing ventured . . . right!
A few weeks back, I was thinking of resolutions and wondering if writers other than myself toyed with them, made them, avoided them, broke them. I asked around, and a few friends shared their own writing resolutions with us. (Thank you for playing along!)
I hope you’ll find one—or more—of their resolutions inspiring.
Writer David Davis subscribes to the seed germination philosophy of writing. He wrote as a youngster but let writing fall by the wayside. It didn’t matter: The desire to write had taken root, and it later grew into a gig as a feature writer for the Daytona Sun Times. After the magazine went out of publication, David stopped writing. It was a job, after all.
Or was it? After seeing a Facebook post about (imagine this!) writing resolutions, David felt a powerful tug, and he dug out some old story snippets written years earlier about his grandchildren. He picked up his pen, and he’s resolved to write those stories. See? Even broken resolutions have a way of reaching sunlight!
Author, poet, essayist, blogger (need I go on?) Tovli Simiryan adopted a more Pomodoro-esque resolution, using a Fit-Bit app to jolt her into submission—both figuratively and literally. “From the once cluttered and disorganized mental office of Tovli Simiryan,” here’s her step-by-step resolution to put more of her gorgeous words into the world.
Katie Piccirillo Sherman, a journalist and journalism instructor in Chicago, believes in success through failure, as evidenced by her resolution to rack up one-hundred rejections. “The more you’re getting no’s, the more you’re submitting.” Don’t you love her positive spin and sassy attitude? Cheers to your one-hundred, Katie, and to an equal number of acceptances!
My own resolution? Ahhh, I almost hate to share it, because I expect I will no doubt one day have to admit its failure.
I resolve to Write. Every. Day.
Yup, even though I’ve been writing for over a decade now, I’ve never written every day, not even during my deadline-crazy Converse MFA years. (Don’t tell my profs!) No, I’ve always taken solace in my former mentor Robert Olmstead’s words to our small workshop group that, “Sometimes serious writing is sitting quietly, staring out a window for an hour.” Indeed.
This morning, as I thought of the writing resolution I wanted to make—because I certainly intended to make one (or two—I’m also resolving to network locally with more writers: We all need a nearby tribe), I came across poet Gabrielle Brant Freeman’s Twitter post, an article shared from The Rumpus, written by author and artist Kelcey Parker Ervick who resolved to paint every day. A painting—every day. Ervick asks, “What happens when you commit to painting—or to any form of creating—every day for a year?
“You exist in the world differently.”
Wow. To paraphrase Kurt Vonnegut, if that isn’t inspiring, what is?
Yes, I want to exist in the world differently. So, this year, I’m going to attempt the actual, hands-on, practical (though perhaps impractical is the better word) task, and write every day. Whether it’s a blog entry (checkmark today!), a chapter, a poem, or just one fine sentence that sings, I’m going to do it.
C’mon, writer. What’s your resolution?


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OSHA requires businesses to have emergency action plans. Let’s start by discussing what emergencies impact what portions of your EAP.
Fire – Most everyone has participated in a fire drill from their school days. The teacher directing us out of the classroom, down the hallway to the closest exit and then to an assembly area outside of the school. Most found it exhilarating, and a chance to take a break from the classroom. However, translate that to today’s workplace when the fire alarm goes off. Training to a site-specific location and making sure that all departments are accounted for is a primary ingredient of an emergency action plan.
Medical Emergency – It can be a medical emergency, cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, or an employee becomes non-responsive. All of these, and many more examples, are medical emergencies and should activate the emergency action plan.
Explosions – Is there a potential from your operations that an explosion or a bomb threat could take place? Has an assessment been made, and what would you do in the event of an explosion or a potential explosion? Do you have a policy for an unknown parcel or package?
Hurricanes – They pack excessive wind, rain, storm surge, tornadoes, and only attack the southeastern United States. Think of Hurricane Agnes that decimated the Washington DC area, Maryland and Pennsylvania… and don’t forget Hurricane Sandy in the New York City area. With the advent of climate change, it is predicted by most climatologists that hurricanes will be increasing in severity and intensity.
Tornadoes – We mentioned tornadoes with hurricanes, but they can come almost with any cold or warm front, and are prevalent in the spring. However, they seemingly can happen at any time of the year, day or night. Do you have a tornado assembly area?
Toxic Materials Releases – Many businesses handle, use or generate hazardous materials regulated by OSHA, EPA and DOT. What do you do when, for example, a forklift accidentally drops and spills a 55-gallon drum of a toxic material? Do you activate your Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HazWOPER) team, and what about the affected employees what tasks do they take when this happens?
Radiological and Biological Incidents – Are radioactive and biological materials in your workplace, if so what would you do in the event of a spill of exposure? How would you know that you are exposed? Think Hazard Communication of HAZCOM.
Civil Disturbances – The news is full of residents reacting by taking to the streets to protest perceived injustice. If your business is near there, what actions would you take?
Workplace Violence – An incident can be internal or external. A fight between several employees, a human resources termination gone bad, a disgruntled employee seeking revenge, or a robbery. Can these actions affect your business? Have you had a security assessment? Do you have security cameras in place?
Active Shooter – This topic is the most newsworthy in recent years and is a form of workplace violence. Vigilance, observation and immediate notification of 911.
These examples listed above, are just an example that most businesses need to anticipate. How is the emergency action plan activated? What communication method is used to convey the activation of the emergency action plan? What are the duties of management and the incident commander?
As you can see, there are more questions than answers, there is no easy answer or fix, a good emergency action plan is a well thought out plan, updated at least annually, and is practiced and drilled frequently.


I am 38 years old, and for better or for worse those years have made me what I am. There are many positives to the experience along with a ton of negatives as well, and I don’t try to see if the scales balance because I have a sneaky suspicion that they don’t. Regrets, I have a few. Actually, there really are only three big decisions I regret in my life, but still they’re there, and I have to live with them every day. In fact, on any given day I’ll think about one, two, or all three of those regrets before finally laying my head down to sleep and hoping they don’t also invade my dreams.
Does everyone think about their own regrets as often, or can other people block them out to a certain extent and go about their business relatively oblivious to them? If only that were possible for me I think I would have less worry wrinkles on my forehead. And I don’t believe those who say they have absolutely no regrets because that flies against everything that I know about human nature and the rat race. Even if they’ve somehow made their peace with the regrets along the way, some small piece of them has to wish they could have changed them. At some level. Or maybe if they honestly have no regrets perhaps they really are perfect. Which would give me hope for myself.
But maybe I don’t want to be perfect. Maybe on some level I want to torture myself with those very regrets I detest. Perhaps the fight against those memories keeps me sane and hungry to just be better, to just make better decisions instead of repeating all of the same ones that didn’t work out before. And in the name of all that’s good and holy, I really don’t want to add another regret to the list. Three is more than enough, I assure you, to last me a lifetime. Which is not to say there aren’t more, but the big ones are the ones that consume me when I’m not vigilant against letting them run me down.
It’s times like these when I wish I was Catholic, when I wish that some priest in a tiny room could absolve me of my sins and I would think of them no more. But I entertain that daydream for only a second of time because I know that all the other tenets of the faith would overwhelm me even more surely than these regrets do now. And who’s to say one man’s absolution would even be worthwhile or work to rid me of these manifestations in my head? I know I need to confront those regrets head on instead, to let them drive me to the brink of whatever black hole is out there, and then reel it back in so I don’t go insane.
Because that’s all I have the strength for.


Allison Baker is a Project Scientist III at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR). Her research interests include high-performance computing, performance analysis, iterative linear solvers, Earth System models, data compression, and verification techniques. She earned her B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Rice University and her Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from the University of Colorado in 2003. Then she joined the Center for Applied Scientific Computing at Livermore National Laboratory, where she made contributions to parallel algebraic multigrid methods and preparations for exascale computing as part of the HYPRE solvers team. In 2012, she joined the Application Scalability and Performance group at NCAR and works primarily on improvement efforts for the the Community Earth System Model (CESM). Most recently, she has led the development of tools for determining whether CESM climate runs are statistically distinguishable (for scenarios where bit-for-bit reproducibility is not possible) and an investigation into the feasibility and science implications of applying lossy data compression to CESM output data.


Matt Jensen: Clay, it's five o'clock in the morning. What the hell is going on?
Clay Jensen: Skye is my girlfriend. But we haven't had sex, although we tried. She's in the hospital right now, but not because she tried to kill herself. Someone just ran me off the road on my way home. Random? Maybe. Who knows? I can't explain any of it to you because I don't understand it myself. Now, does knowing all this make this any better or worse for you?
Lainie Jensen: Our agreement was that we'd talk about these things.
Clay Jensen: When the house is on fire, do you discuss the fire or get out of the godd*mn house? Oh. I need a f*cking car.
Matt Jensen: Did you shower?
Clay Jensen: I totally showered.
Matt Jensen: I feel it's possible you didn't shower.
Clay Jensen: I didn't shower. Look, I just... I turned the water on just now, and I thought about it all, the whole thing, taking clothes off, dealing with hair, and I just... I couldn't do it. Look, we shower, like... every day, and it's just... a lot.
Matt Jensen: I prefer to leave my lectures in the lecture hall, but, you know... there's actually an important lesson to be learned from a hangover.
Clay Jensen: Don't drink?
Matt Jensen: Sure, but... you'll drink. It happens. The overarching lesson is that actions have consequences. Judging from the way you look, you've probably suffered enough for today.
Clay Jensen: What is that?
Matt Jensen: Hot sauce, horseradish, kale, a raw egg, and, uh, about six other things designed to cure a hangover.
Clay Jensen: Dad, where’s your radio thing?
Matt Jensen: “My radio thing”?
Clay Jensen: That thing you play CDs on when you’re painting or working in the yard or whatever.
Matt Jensen: My boom box.
Clay Jensen: That really what they’re called?
Matt Jensen: They were. I believe now they’re called obsolete.


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I don’t teach middle school students anymore, but I whole-heartedly agree with this amazing post!
Middle school students are at a very important developmental time in their lives, and they need all the support and love they can get. Sometimes, as teachers, it can be hard to remember that not all students come from loving homes. The students probably won’t say anything, but if you know what to look for, the signs will show. Even students from loving homes need the support at school. as problems with peers and other issues arise.
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There is nothing more important than a safe, positive, nurturing classroom environment. Learning can only take place if students feel comfortable and safe in their learning spaces. Building trust and rapport among peers in the room as well as between you and your students can, at times, even eliminate the need for discipline. As the semester changes and new students may be entering your room, consider reevaluating what you do to connect with them. This post will cover practical strategies for building trust among the students you work with as well as how to connect with your students and build rapport.
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Relationships need less romance and more practicality?
There was a time when relationships were more about necessity. British women in the early 1800s, for instance, had many obligations and few choices. They were controlled first by their fathers and brothers and later by their husbands. The goal of women was to find a man and have children. In fact, failing to do so could be a cause of ridicule and pity by the community.
But now some relationship experts argue the pendulum may have swung too far in the other direction for most relationships. According to a recent article by Simone Collins in the Huffington Post, “Modern relationships are plagued with too much romance and too little ruthlessness. Couples in relationships who have unrealistic expectations and impractical plans would benefit from forced confrontations with stark realities before making significant commitments.”
Do I need a relationship contract?
As mentioned above, it was not until recently that “romantic love” played a significant role in relationships. In fact, marriage historically has often been little bit more than a transactional or contractual agreement, although now many of us think this concept is the “antithesis of an ideal relationship.”
Collins argues it may be time to bring back a bit of that practical model. She argues, “A strong, uniform, and cohesive cultural norms governing relationships no longer exists.” Because of this she notes it may be time to “establish norms of our own.”
She argues for an actual contract which encourages couples to have an active dialogue about what they expect, one that is “easily be updated, commented on, and revisited over time.” But even if the expectations are not documented, they should at least be discussed. Recently I heard a pastor note that if couples spent as much time preparing for their marriage, rather than their wedding day, this could be a simple first step to making a marriage better.
Relationships benefit from frank discussions
So what issues should you discuss before marriage? There was a time when spiritual and cultural norms helped define our expectations. Experts still argue that marrying someone that shares your expectations and religious ideals can heighten your compatibility, but even if you do this it is still important that certain major issues are discussed. So what should you address before you marry?
One of the top issues is money. At the very least couples should discuss whether both spouses will work, how much money will be saved, how the money will be spent and who will manage the finances.
2. Living arrangements and household duties
Gone are the days when most women stay home and raise the children while the husband heads off to work. With both spouses working, it’s important for the couple to agree how the household chores will be divided.
Having children can be a blessing from God, but it is a major decision that not everyone is ready to make. Make sure you understand where your potential mate stands on procreation. Then talk about how your children will be reared and their education.
There are many more issues that should be discussed before marriage. Getting premarital counseling or taking a compatibility test may seem silly or unnecessary, but it can be a great way to ensure you and your loved one are right for each other before making a long-term commitment.


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Actually, even most Japanese people don’t really know the meaning of Edomae sushi (or Edo-style sushi) . The “Edo” in Edomae is the former name of the present-day Tokyo, and “mae” means “in front”. In other words, Edomae means “in front of the town of Edo”. Exercising our imagination a bit more, this probably referred to the Edo Sea, currently known as Tokyo Bay. This is probably still a bit confusing. To broaden our perspective a bit more, how about we use analogical reasoning of the Edo Sea and sushi, and define it as sushi that uses fish caught in the Edo Sea? I think you understand now. To put it simply, this is sushi created in Edo, during the Edo period. Therefore, “Edo period sushi” shortened to “Edo sushi” would have been an acceptable name as well. But we can’t leave out the “mae”. This is because the word “Edomae” is rich with meanings. For more details, please see: Why is it called Edomae?.
The difference between Edomae sushi and Edo-style sushi is simply the preference of the translator. Also, the difference between Edomae sushi and Edomae zushi is that when the two parts X (Edomae) and Y (sushi) are said together XY (Edomae sushi), the voiced sound “su” at the beginning of Y changes to the unvoiced sound “zu” according to a Japanese phoneme rule. Both these words have the same meaning.


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Sega announced an official release for the Sakura Wars soundtrack recently and finally released it on streaming and digital storefronts. Sakura Wars released this April on PS4 (and only digitally in India) worldwide and is a pretty great game. One of the highlights is definitely the soundtrack featuring many vocal tracks and great instrumentals composed by Kohei Tanaka (One Piece, Gravity Rush). Check out the full Sakura Wars soundtrack track list here. It is great to see Sega finally embrace Spotify more and more over time and now everyone who can experience the awesome music from Sakura Wars on Spotify worldwide.
Sakura Wars PS4 soundtrack on iTunes
The Sakura Wars PS4 soundtrack is available on iTunes in many regions worldwide here for $23.99. Sega does not release music digitally in India on iTunes so this is not available on the iTunes Store in India.
Sakura Wars PS4 soundtrack on Spotify
The Sakura Wars PS4 soundtrack is however available on Spotify in India in addition to other regions worldwide. Check it out here.
Sakura Wars is now available on PS4.


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Here’s a sneak peek at what Milwaukee has in store for the second half of 2013. Expect to see more complete preview posts once full specs and details are released.
Milwaukee M18 Fuel Circular Saw
Models 2730-20 (bare tool), 2730-21 (1-battery kit), 2730-22 (2-battery kit).
The new Fuel circular saw is built with a brushless motor – a first for an 18V-class lithium-ion cordless drill. Compared to the previous M18 saw, this saw also features a complete grip redesign, magnesium blade guard AND shoe, and the maximum speed is slightly higher.
I REALLY like the look of the shoe on this new Fuel circ saw. As strange as it sounds, that’s usually the first thing I look at when judging circular saws.
Milwaukee M18 Fuel Sawzall Reciprocating Saw
Models 2720-20 (bare tool), 2720-21 (1-battery kit), 2720-22 (2-battery kit).
There’s a new brushless M18 Fuel reciprocating saw as well. The differences between the Fuel version and non-Fuel version are a bit harder to pick out at the moment, but one thing I did notice is that the Fuel Sawzall is about 1 pound heavier.
Milwaukee M18 Oscillating Multi-Tool
The guys at Tools in Action were kind enough to snap and send in this photo of two new Fuel? cordless multi-tools. *Thumbs up* to the dust extractor attachment.
I expect that these could (or at least should) be powered by brushless motors, possibly utilizing the same motor as the new grinders. There’s no visible Fuel designation, so perhaps not.
Milwaukee M18 Fuel Grinder
There will be two new M18 Fuel grinders – one with a locking slide switch (2781-22/21/20) and one with a non-locking paddle switch (2780-22/21/20).
This one is definitely brushless, which means more power and greater runtime, something that every cordless angle grinder user longs for. As with the saws, the kits come with Milwaukee’s new 4.0Ah XC battery packs for maximized runtime.
Milwaukee M18 Fuel Brushless Heavy Duty Impact Wrenches
I know a lot of users have been waiting for these – heavy duty brushless impact wrenches. Torque ratings are not available yet, but expect them to be significantly higher than for Milwaukee’s M18 compact Fuel impact models.
1/2″ drive with pin detent: 2762-22/20
1/2″ drive with friction ring: 2763-22/20
3/4″ drive with friction right: 2764-22/20
7/16″ hex quick change: 2765-22/20
(-22 refers to 2x 4.0Ah battery kit, -20 refers to bare tool.)
Milwaukee M18 LED Flood Light
Model 2361-20 (bare tool add-on).
Light output is intense – 1100 lumens and up to 1300 lux. If you need light at a different angle, just roll the octagonal worklight to another side. The impact-resistance lens is replaceable, and a hanging feature allows for hands-free use. It measures in at 8-3/4″ long and 6-1/4″ tall.
Milwaukee M12 Women’s Heated Jacket (Special Edition)
Makes sense, women get cold too. Previously they *could* have just worn the men’s jackets, but this special edition women’s version will provide a less baggy fit. The pink hand pocket zippers and zipper pulls are a nice touch.
Milwaukee M12 Heated Hoodie
Model 2370. Colors: red, gray, khaki, high-visibility lime. Sizes: S-3XL.
Because most states have more seasons than just summer and winter. Although designed as a fall and spring solution, maybe this would be good as a layer to wear in the winter under a weatherproof shell.
You can see some of the other colors here:
Milwaukee M12 Heated Hand Warmer
Models 2321-20/1 (RealTree), 2321-20/21 (black).
Yup, it’s a Milwaukee Tools heated hand muff.
That’s right, and a range of size options as well. They’re said to last “up to 10x longer.”
Milwaukee Pocket Knives
I spy… new FastBack utility and pocket knives. The FastBack 2 just came out, and I’m hoping Milwaukee gives the knives unique names. They’re all FastBacks, but let’s just hope they’re not called FastBack 3, 4, and 5.
Closer look, thanks to Tools in Action:
Most of these products are expected to be released in the Fall or Early winter, or Q3 and Q4 2013.


Navigating the Challenges of the 21st Century was the theme of the 2003 Virginia Library Association Paraprofessional Forum Conference. The conference, May 19-20, was held in its traditional location at the University of Richmond. This year's conference was dedicated to the memory of Clara Stanley, who had served on the VLAPF Board since 1979 when the Paraprofessional Forum was founded.
Marion Eaton and Jean Martin, both of Virginia Tech's Newman Library, co-chaired the conference that hosted 341 library personnel. The majority of those who attended were from Virginia; however, the conference also attracted attendees from New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, Maryland, North Carolina, and Georgia. Of those who attended, 139 are employed in academic libraries, 161 in public libraries, 19 in government libraries, and 12 were listed as working in special libraries.
Monday's Opening Session
Virginia State Librarian Nolan Yelich was the keynote speaker on Monday morning. Mr. Yelich based the theme of his speech on the title of the conference, Navigating the Challenges of the 21st Century . He offered words of advice on how we can best meet the challenges libraries face each day due to budget cuts, fewer personnel, and reduced services. He suggested that each of us develop a sense of political advocacy and understand our role in this process. He stated that it is important for each of us to take the message about libraries to our local governing officials and our state legislators. We should let them know how they can help libraries. Mr. Yelich reminded us that it is the sense of optimism that we bring to the workplace each day that gives us the desire to be our best and to provide excellent service to our users, even in these trying times. This sense of optimism will result in winning over new advocates for libraries.
Tuesday's Opening Session
The Tuesday general session opened with words of welcome from the incoming co-chairs, Carole Ray and Mona Farrow, who both work at Old Dominion University's Perry Library. The general session was a time to recognize some special individuals, present awards, and hold the scholarship raffle.
This year Anne Sheldon, of Longwood University Library, received the VLA Paraprofessional Forum Award. This award provided Anne with the opportunity to attend the conference by paying all conference expenses. Janette Alsworth, of the University of Richmond Law Library, received the VLA Paraprofessional Forum Outstanding Paraprofessional Award.
The Clara Stanley VLAPF Scholarship was awarded to Steven Litherland, of Perry Library at Old Dominion University. This scholarship is one of three $2,000 scholarships awarded by the Virginia Library Association to students pursuing Master's degrees in Library Science at ALA accredited schools. Steven will be attending Library School at the University of Kentucky.
The morning session closed with the much anticipated scholarship raffle. VLAPF board members had created some unique and attractive baskets that promoted an interest in participating in the raffle. The most coveted prize is always the P. Buckley Moss print donated by the P. Buckley Moss Society of Staunton, and framed by Christopher's Fine Arts and Framing in Farmville. This year's very lucky winner of the print was Sharon Jackson of Abingdon. Once again, due to the generosity of those who provided the many outstanding prizes and the generosity of conference attendees who purchased tickets, the scholarship raffle was a very successful one bringing in $1,305.
The conference opened with a welcome reception held in Keller Reception Hall on Sunday evening. Good food, door prizes, music by Jason Brannan, the time to sit back and relax, and an opportunity to enjoy the company of friends and colleagues all helped set the tone for a successful conference. The theme for the Monday night social was Let's Get Lost in the 50s .
Many of those attending arrived decked out in poodle shirts, motorcycle jackets, rolled up jeans, and bobby socks. DJ Ronnie Gilder of Richmond provided the music that made the evening fun for those just listening and fun for those who chose to dance the night away. On Monday evening some attendees took a line dancing class taught by Mary Fran Nash. Others opted to learn how to decorate eggs by attending the Ukrainian Egg Decorating Class. No matter which option they chose, everyone seemed to enjoy the evening.
The conference ended with an author luncheon that included a delicious buffet luncheon followed by an interesting lecture given by Henry Wiencek. Mr. Wiencek has authored and co-authored many books, but he is most widely known for The Hairstons: An American Family in Black and White . Mr. Wiencek had a captive audience as he talked about the research involved in writing his forthcoming book, An Imperfect God: George Washington, His Slaves, and the Creation of America . This new book explores President Washington's involvement with slavery throughout his life, and brings to light the way in which his view of slavery evolved during his lifetime. Mr. Wiencek's presentation was the perfect way to close out a library conference.
Library Security Issues Institute
For the second consecutive year the 2003 VLAPF conference featured an all-day institute devoted to a timely and sought-after topic. Mr. Graham, the Security/Safety Coordinator for the Public Library of Charlotte & Mecklenburg County in North Carolina, captivated the institute on library security and safety issues participants' attention with the use of role-play and a common-sense yet methodical approach to dealing with difficult patrons in the library environment.
According to Mr. Graham, the characteristics of a good library security system should: 1) specify who enforces the rules and regulations; 2) enforce the rules according to behavior not personal appearance; 3) stress consistency in enforcement; 4) stress the importance of paying attention to detail and following one's intuition; 5) document all security incidents and potential problems; 6) establish staff training and 7) provide a constant review of the security policy and procedures.
All institute participants received certificates of attendance and left with a wealth of library security and safety knowledge to use in the workplace and in their everyday lives.
—Mary Fran Nash, Longwood University Library
Making Meetings Work
Presenter—Elizabeth C. Johnson, Christopher Newport University
Having trouble getting anything done during a meeting? Meetings don't stay on track? One person monopolizes the whole meeting? Elizabeth Johnson introduced a different type of meeting with the following cast of characters—the meeting facilitator, the recorder, the chairperson, and the group members. The Facilitator helps the group focus its energies on the task by suggesting methods and procedures, protecting all group members from attack and making sure everyone has the opportunity to participate. The facilitator does not evaluate or contribute ideas. The Recorder writes down the basic ideas generated by the group on large sheets of paper posted in front of the group, using the words of each speaker. The Group Member is an active participant in the meeting, responsible for keeping the facilitator and recorder in their neutral roles and seeing that ideas are recorded accurately. The Chairperson does not run the meeting but is an active participant, retaining all regular powers and responsibilities: making final decisions, setting the agenda, etc.
Within these roles is a meeting management framework, and the meeting self-corrects if it gets pushed off course. For more information on how to run a successful meeting, Elizabeth recommended the book, How to Make Meetings Work written by Michael Doyle and David Strauss.
—Janice Ward, York County Public Library, Yorktown
"Folding Under Pressure" with the Origami Swami
Presenter—Megan Hicks, Central Rappahannock Regional Library
Meeting Megan Hicks was a pleasure. In spite of this session being right after lunch, Megan kept all participants WIDE awake and laughing the entire time. During this session, Megan entertained us with her stories that go along with the folded origami shapes; her energy was contagious. She is a wonderful teacher and storyteller as well as a very gifted craftsperson. In an hour and a quarter we learned how to fold a sailboat, heart, flop top and many more objects in all sizes and colors. In addition to learning a new skill, we learned how to best utilize this skill when working with children in a library setting.
—Susie Pitts, Mechanicsville Branch Library, Pamunkey Regional Library
Self-Publishing...From Imagination to the Book Shelves
Presenters—Francis and Chris Wood, Tip-of-the Moon Publishing Company
Chris and Francis Wood presented an informative session related to self-publishing. Using knowledge gained from their experiences running Tip-of-the-Moon Publishing, they instructed us how to self-publish almost any type of material, from copyright to actual sales. Francis is the author of a number of books, and his wife Chris edits the books and runs the "business" side. They enjoy meeting each and every person who purchases their books. It makes everything so much more personal for the author, his wife, and for the readers, too.
—Susie Pitts, Mechanicsville Branch Library, Pamunkey Regional Library
Listening with Ears and Heart: Working with the International Students
Presenter—John Cosgriff, Virginia Tech
The facilitator, John Cosgriff of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, shared his experiences growing up in San Francisco in a very ethnically diverse community. He spoke of his relationships with family, friends and neighbors during his grammar school days, college and in the military. The group discussed experiences and interactions with international students and how important understanding the cultural differences can be. We discussed space, body language, facial expressions and asking for clarity when one does not understand another's accent (or language). Mr. Cosgriff, who has lived in several countries, was very informative and continues to recognize and promote the understanding of diversity in growing communities such as where we live—colleges and universities and libraries.
—Cynthia Bentley, George Mason University
Navigating the Challenges of Supervising Library Staff in the 21st Century
Presenter—Carol Henderson, George Mason University
As workplaces change, managers need to reassess their management techniques and need to develop strategies for hiring, managing, and developing those individuals who report to them. Ms. Henderson, the force behind George Mason University's Human Resources Department's training, recognition, and recruiting programs, emphasized the role of the supervisor as a leader and discussed the major areas of day-to-day supervision and the problem areas in supervision. A good portion of her talk concerned the initial hiring process, specifically as a way to prevent problems later. In order to aid the supervisor in hiring not just skilled and knowledgeable people but talented people, Ms. Henderson recommended using Behavioral Interviewing as a way to determine a new hire's talents for a particular position, and she gave examples of Behavioral Interviewing.
—Carole Lohman, University of Virginia
Achieving Excellent Customer Service in an Academic Library: Getting to Where You Want to Be
Presenter—Gisele McAdoo, Old Dominion University
Ms. McAdoo related the experiences of the Perry Library circulation department's transformation from a negative, backlogged, complaint ravaged department where patron needs were not being met to a pro-active, cooperative, committed, positive team that meets the patrons needs and receives compliments instead of complaints. Ms. McAdoo outlined the problems in the department and discussed in detail the three steps used to turn around the department:
- Evaluate everything.
- Identify problems and solutions.
- Develop and implement improvements.
Tongue in cheek, Ms. McAdoo referred to these as "easy" steps but she pointed out in her timeline that this process was a systematic approach that took almost ten years of time, effort, commitment, and persistence.
—Carole Lohman, University of Virginia
Presenter—Bill Fiege, Longwood University
In his wonderful session on presentations skills, Bill Fiege began by saying that next to death, the thing people feared the most is public speaking. Some strategies helpful in giving a speech or presentation include:
- Remember that no one wants you to fail. The audience is with you.
- Be sure to find out ahead of time how long you are expected to speak and what is expected of you.
- Know your audience—will you be speaking to first graders, high school seniors, or adults at the senior center?
- Know what type of facility you will be speaking in—a classroom, an auditorium, etc.?
- You are not alone—even actors and famous people have butterflies from time to time.
- Practice in front of a mirror, because you are your own worst critic.
After he presented these strategies that included plenty of humor and lots of anecdotes, he had us divide into groups and each group was given a scenario of a presentation they must prepare for. This exercise along with the information provided resulted in a session that both interesting and helpful.
—Sue McFaden, Paul VI Catholic High School, Fairfax
Commercial Library Binding: An Overview
Presenter—Eric M. Fairfield, ICI Biding Corporation
Ever wonder what process journals go through to become bound volumes? Eric Fairfield of ICI Binding explained the intricate and tedious journey that awaits a journal headed to the bindery. He presented an overview of commercial library binding using a CD-ROM developed by ICI Binding.
—Bridget Clark, Longwood University Library
The Heart of the Story
Presenter—Kathy Carter, Talespin Productions
Kathy Carter of Roanoke Public Library and founder of the Blue Ridge Storytelling Association presented The Heart of the Story . Ms. Carter began her presentation by having each participant introduce the person sitting beside them. Each introduction resulted in the telling of a story. Ms. Carter uses very few props and tells stories instead of reading them. We were divided into groups and given the task of making up our own stories and then telling them to the group. It was a lively session that included lots of participation from everyone.
—Joan E. Taylor, Washington County Public Library
Web Design: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Presenter—Michelle Young, Virginia Tech
Designing web pages can be a daunting task, but knowing some basic techniques can help you avoid some of these pitfalls. Ms. Young provided some key points in helping to overcome this fear, such as: knowing your purpose for designing a web page; having a mission in mind; being consistent with your fonts, colors, navigating tools, etc; and deciding how your site will be maintained. She provided some excellent examples of good and bad websites and explained the problems and solutions associated with them.
—Ophelia Payne, University of Virginia
An Introduction to the Identification and Conservation of Photographic Material
Presenter—Micahel K. Lee, Etherington Conservation Center
Mr. Lee began the session by explaining why the identification of the various types of photographs is the essential first step in the preservation process. The way in which a photograph was produced determines what steps should be taken in its long-term preservation. Using many illustrations and detailed information, Mr. Lee explained how different types of photographs have been produced through the years since 1885, and why the different chemical processes dictate how we clean and store photographs.
—Lydia Williams, Longwood University Library
Advocating for Better Salaries and Pay Equity
Presenters—Michele (Mike) Leber and Mary Mayer-Hennelly
Mike opened the session by giving statistics, which prove women earn far less than men doing the same work.
Mary Mayer-Hennelly gave a few pointers for seeking better pay:
- Make an appointment with your supervisor
- Know what you are asking for when you meet with your supervisor
- Ask to attend a conference—negotiate the time off
- Ask to take a class
- Always keep your supervisor in the loop
- Be organized with your information
- Be prepared with examples.
—Marie Carter, University of Virginia
Lydia Williams of Longwood University Library can be reached at email@example.com .


When deciding what to develop in your greenhouse, it’s worthwhile to be selective. You will, of course, sow all your half hardy annual seeds in pots within the greenhouse (No more buying ‘bedding crops’ ). You’ll be able to chose precisely the genus and number of the vegetation you want and grow them your self – you’ll be able to even sell them at your gate or give them to buddies and neighbours. Many greens profit from being sown in pots before planting outdoors – leeks and sweetcorn come instantly to thoughts. In case you live within the nation and are plagued by mice consuming your larger seeds, you will see sowing peas and beans within the greenhouse useful.
None of that is complicated. Put some moist rising combine in a container, add a seed, cover with a little bit of mix, and keep the entire thing moist. Mild simply must observe a standard day and room temperature might be effective. Relax and revel in watching your crops develop.
Seal them up in zip plastic luggage and label them.
The scale of the container will depend upon how giant the plant might be when it’s mature. Tomatoes, potatoes, eggplant, peppers, and so on. need a bigger container with a soil depth of at the very least 18 inches. Vegetables resembling carrots, green beans, radishes, and so on. do best in lengthy, narrow containers with a soil depth of a minimum of 8 inches. Whereas selecting planters, remember that vegetation reminiscent of peppers, spinach, beans, and so on. ought to be planted about four plants per sq. foot, while tomatoes, potatoes, etc. want a few square foot. Leaf lettuce and plants like that may do nicely with as many as 6 plants per sq. foot. Peas will be planted a lot nearer if they’ve one thing to climb on.
Now that you’re completed with the powerful jobs, sustaining your garden is a bit of cake. Except for ensuring to water your crops not less than twice every week to allow them to avoid wasting up not less than 1 inch of moisture, periodically check your vegetation for any signs of pest infestation or natural diseases as properly. Before you know it, you’ll have a captivating backyard even probably the most demanding trendy owners would want to show of their respective abodes!
* Pruning Shears. Article written by Eric J. Smith.
A garden provides magnificence in a house and breaks the monotony of excessive partitions and concrete. “Present me your backyard and I will absolutely have an concept of your character”. There are those who like a neat and tidy garden with well manicured lawns while others like it wild with a lot of crops and flowers. Backyard designs might be categorised into three predominant teams: formal, semi-formal and informal designs. The architectural design of the house plays a serious role in figuring out the suitable backyard design.
Crops require nutrient-wealthy soil to grow as wholesome and resilient to pests and diseases as much as possible. Although some sorts of soil are naturally plentiful with natural enzymes that are loaded with vitamins and minerals, others call for an excellent dose of humus and composted material to provide the mandatory nourishment crops need. Other than a self-check, you may also send a pattern to your local gardening middle for pH degree testing.
When the climate begins to alter and temperatures start to drop and winter begins to approach most individuals start to wind down the planting and gardening activates. We do not think of planting and rising vegetables throughout cool and cold climate and local weather. You’ll be able to plant and develop crops right by means of winter and leafy greens are greatest greens that are greatest fitted to this.


F1-ATPase is a rotary molecular motor in which the central γ-subunit rotates inside a cylinder made of α3β 3-subunits. The rotation is driven by ATP hydrolysis in three catalytic sites on the β-subunits. How many of the three catalytic sites are filled with a nucleotide during the course of rotation is an important yet unsettled question. Here we inquire whether F1 rotates at extremely low ATP concentrations where the site occupancy is expected to be low. We observed under an optical microscope rotation of individual F1 molecules that carried a bead duplex on the γ-subunit. Time-averaged rotation rate was proportional to the ATP concentration down to 200 pM, giving an apparent rate constant for ATP binding of 2 × 107 M -1s-1. A similar rate constant characterized bulk ATP hydrolysis in solution, which obeyed a simple Michaelis-Menten scheme between 6 mM and 60 nM ATP. F1 produced the same torque of ∼40 pN-nm at 2 mM, 60 nM, and 2 nM ATP. These results point to one rotary mechanism governing the entire range of nanomolar to millimolar ATP, although a switchover between two mechanisms cannot be dismissed. Below 1 nM ATP, we observed less regular rotations, indicative of the appearance of another reaction scheme.
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AmCare Inc. has created this privacy statement in order to demonstrate and explain our commitment to the privacy of our customers' information when visiting the AmCare Inc. website - www.amcareinc.com
AmCare Inc. gathers important information from you in connection with the on-line business applications and related services. AmCare Inc. does not require that each user give us contact and other business and personal information. AmCare Inc. asks for information such as each applicable user name, address, e-mail address, federal employer identification number (FEIN) and financial or other accounting information. As our requirements evolve, we may ask for additional personal and/or business information from the user.
All personally and business identifiable information (including, financial and billing information) that AmCare Inc. collects through the website is used to offer and perform the services. AmCare Inc. will not sell, share or rent your information to third party entities. AmCare Inc. may track and analyze non-identifying and aggregate usage and volume statistical information for internal use - information will not be provided to entities outside AmCare Inc. AmCare Inc. may collect certain other, usually technical, information from visitors to and users of the website. This information is logged to help diagnose technical problems and to administer the website.
The website contains links to other sites. AmCare Inc. is not responsible for the privacy practices of such other sites. AmCare Inc. encourages all users when they leave our site to read the privacy statements of each other site they visit. This statement applies to information collected and displayed on www.amcareinc.com.
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Relating to the Medical Field
This is the Privacy Notice of Ambulatory Medical Care, Inc. (dba Doctors’ Urgent Care Offices), herein referred to as Doctors’ Urgent Care Offices, with a corporate office at 935 State Route 28, Milford, Ohio 45150 (www.amcareinc.com).
Your Information – Your Rights – Our Responsibilities
This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully.
When it comes to your health information, you have certain rights. This section explains your rights and some of our responsibilities to help you.
Get an electronic or paper copy of your medical record
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- You can ask to see or get an electronic or paper copy of your medical record and other health information we have about you.
- We will provide a copy or summary of your health information, usually within 30 days of your request. We may charge a reasonable, cost-based fee.
Request confidential communications
- You can ask us to correct health information about you that you think is incorrect or incomplete.
- We may deny your request, but we’ll explain why in writing within 60 days.
Ask us to limit what we use or share
- You can ask us to contact you in a specific way (for example, home or office phone) or to send mail to a different address.
- We will agree to all reasonable requests.
Get a list of those whom we’ve shared information
- You can ask us not to use or share certain health information for treatment, payment, or our operations, although we are not required to agree to your request.
- If you pay for a service or health care item out-of-pocket in full, you can ask us not to share that information for the purpose of payment or our operations with your health insurer; we will agree unless a law requires us to share that information
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- You can ask us for a list (accounting) of the times we’ve shared your health information for six years prior to the date you ask, who we shared it with, and why.
- We will include all the disclosures except for those about treatment, payment, and health care operations, and certain other disclosures (such as any you asked us to make). We’ll provide one accounting a year for free but will charge a reasonable, cost-based fee if you ask for another one within 12 months.
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- You can ask for a paper copy of this notice at any time. We will provide you with a paper copy promptly.
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- If you have given someone medical power of attorney or if someone is your legal guardian, that person can exercise your rights and make choices about your health information.
- We will make sure the person has this authority and can act for you before we take any action.
- You can complain if you feel we have violated your rights by contacting our Compliance Officer, Rick Hum, M.D., using the information located above.
- You can file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights by sending a letter to 200 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20201, calling 1-877-696-6775, or visiting www.hhs.gov.
- We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.
For certain health information, you can tell us your choices about what we share. If you have a clear preference for how we share your information in the situations described below, inform us. Tell us what you want us to do, and we will follow your instructions.
In these cases, you have both the right and choice to tell us to:
- Share your information with your family, close friends, or others involved in your care
- Share information in a disaster relief situation
- Contact you for fundraising efforts
If you are not able to tell us your preference, for example if you are unconscious, we may go ahead and share your information if we believe it is in your best interest. We may also share your information when needed to lessen a serious and imminent threat to health or safety.
In these cases we never share your information unless you give us written permission:
In the case of fundraising:
- Marketing purposes
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- We may contact you for fundraising efforts, but you can tell us not to contact you again.
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We typically use or share your health information in the following ways.
Payment for your services
- We can use your health information and share it with other professionals who are treating you.
Operate our organization
- We can use and share your health information to bill and get payment from health plans or other entities.
- We can use and share your health information to run our practice, improve your care, and contact you when necessary.
In addition, we are allowed, and sometimes required, to share your information in other ways – usually in ways that contribute to the public good, such as public health and research. We have to meet many conditions in the law before we can share your information for these purposes. For more information, click here
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- Preventing disease
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- Reporting adverse reactions to medications
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- We will share your information if state or federal laws require it, including with the Department of Health and Human Services if it wants to see that we’re complying with federal privacy law.
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- We can share health information about you with organ procurement organizations
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- We can share health information with a coroner, medical examiner, or funeral director when an individual dies
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- For law enforcement purposes or with a law enforcement official With health oversight agencies for activities authorized by law
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- We are required by law to maintain the privacy and security of your protected health information.
- We will let you know promptly if a breach occurs that may have compromised the privacy or security of your information.
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- We will not use or share your information other than as described here unless you tell us we can in writing. If you tell us we can, you may change your mind at any time. Let us know in writing if you change your mind.
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We can create your perfect look with our huge range of colours choices. There’s also a dual colour option, so while the exterior frame can match the building style, the interior colour can match or contrast the inside of your home.
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When reviewing the different design options available for P-shaped conservatories, you may be undecided about whether to choose a modern or classic design. It’s important to think carefully about the options available at this crucial stage – as your decision will influence whether or not your conservatory adds substantial value to your London property.
If your property is built in the period style, you’ll want to ensure architectural continuance by selecting the most appropriate products and fittings. Retaining the dwarf wall that’s an intrinsic feature of P-shaped conservatories will help you achieve this effect. Depending on the design of your home, wooden woods and doors might be an appropriate choice.
P-shaped conservatories can be bespoke designed to achieve a contemporary look. By using less brick – and choosing aluminium windows and doors – you’ll let in more light and benefit from a clear view of the outside. Our specialist team can guide you toward a suitable solution and have experience of working on related projects in your local area.
P-shaped conservatories provide a range of benefits to homeowners, the most obvious of these being the extra space they provide. The windows and doors we provide are also thermally efficient and will return superb U-values. This means you’ll be able to enjoy your conservatory all year round – for entertaining friends or simply relaxing.
Our extensive range of uPVC, aluminium and wooden windows and doors will keep the cold air outside and create a thermal barrier designed to keep in the warmth. Our P-shaped conservatories are perfect for customers throughout the London area who want to reduce their carbon footprint and energy costs, while adding market value to their home.
We will identify your design requirements at the start of the project. As work progresses, we’ll make sure you’re kept fully informed about progress and will be happy to answer any technical questions you have. With a strong local reputation in your immediate area, we know how to design and fit P-shaped conservatories to our customers’ precise specifications.


At Benchmark Environmental Engineering, we serve San Jose, San Francisco, and throughout the Bay Area testing for hazardous materials including different types of toxic substances in building materials. Our priority is always your safety. Unfortunately, sometimes the places you spend the most time (at home, school or the office) can be hazardous to your health. Property managers that are doing Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) need to be aware of environmental worksite hazards and test before construction begins.
Dangerous Chemicals, Built-In
It all starts with what the buildings in your life are made of. Even if the news is full of stories about new green materials and construction best practices, these may not be what’s within the walls of your older home. Just some of the toxic chemicals commonly found in building materials include:
- Perfluorinated Compounds, Including PFOA
- Short-Chain Chlorinated Paraffins (SCCPs)
- Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDEs)
- Halogenated Flame Retardants (HFRs)
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
- Chromated Copper Arsenic (CCA)
- Phthalates Like PVC
While some of these substances may sound familiar to you, some probably sound more like something in a science journal. The chemicals they describe are much more common than they sound. PFOA’s, for example, have common names like Teflon and Scotchguard which you might recognize. They are regularly used in your cookware, draperies, and carpeting.
The Effects Of Toxic Construction Chemicals On You
So, what’s so wrong with a few hard to pronounce chemicals floating around here and there? First of all, they are everywhere. In everything from lighting to paints, caulking, and other sealants, to flooring, wiring, and insulation, they pour toxins into the air you breathe. These toxins can mimic hormones, disrupt fetal development, cause allergies and asthma and even cause cancer.
Safer New Buildings & Renovations
Whether you are starting a new construction project or renovating an old one, it’s best for your safety and those around you to know what you’re putting in the air. Maybe you are a building manager getting complaints of illnesses or a company owner seeing way too many employee sick days, we can help. Let us test the indoor air quality of your school, older property, or newly constructed home for safety.
We Test To Protect You
Testing for the different types of toxic substances in building materials can help you protect yourself and those you live or work with. You can count on Benchmark Environmental Engineering to help you uncover existing problems or help you prevent future ones. If mold, water quality, or environmental hazards are your main concern, we can help there too. Contact us today for professional environmental testing at your San Jose, San Francisco or other Bay Area property today.


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Meet Teven "TJ" Pitts
A little about myself. I became a Blue Angel because ever since I was five years old, it was my dream of becoming a police officer. Unfortunately I wasn't able to get my license, but I still wanted to help people so I became a nurse.
I do whatever I can to help our Law Enforcement Officers, and make sure they know that people do care and their lives matter! They risk their lives for us each day, and I wanted to show my appreciation and thank them for the dangerous and important job that they do.
It saddens me to see how many people dislike Law Enforcement Officers, and I pray each day that this hatred will stop. I want to encourage others to take the time to stop an officer and say, “thank you for your service.” Those simple words can make a difference in a LEOs life.


Tudor home plans and floor plans became popular in the early 20th century and are still loved by many homeowners today. These medieval-style house plans typically feature steeply pitched gables, stone and brick accents, half-timber details (or decorative wood beams), stucco exteriors, and sizable chimneys. Tudor home plans and floor plans are elaborate designs with ornate details and loads of character – which is why we love them so much! Tudor house plans do not lack in the curb appeal department. In this collection you will find Tudor house plans in many different sizes. Whether you’re looking for a smaller starter house plan or a larger family home design, our collection of Tudor home plans and floor plans is sure to have just what you’re looking for. You will find many house plans with open floor plans in the collection below. Open floor plans promote casual living and invite relaxation, while sporting an organic flow throughout the main living spaces. Generally, Tudor home plans and floor plans are one and half or two stories. With that said, our collection does feature some smaller Tudor home plans that are 1 story cottage house plans. Plan on building your forever home? To make aging in place easier, opt for a 1 story home design or a Tudor house plan that has a main-level master suite. Explore our collection of Tudor home plans and floor plans below.


Fall Fest 2020: Classes, Cream Pies, and Candy Cannons
We were incredibly blessed by our second annual Fall Fest! We had close to 50 kids and adults in attendance, which was a fantastic number. Much prayer, planning, and hard work went into this event and we know God was glorified as a result.
The day dawned sunny and bright, which by itself was an answer to prayer. The kids began to arrive by 10 am and were greeted by a friendly, masked scarecrow who startled a few kids when he suddenly started moving!
As they made their way inside, the kids were dazzled by the many fun fall decorations inside, from a colorful balloon arch to a brightly lit platform backdrop to streamers hanging from the ceiling. Excitement was in the air as the kids found their seats in time for the opening announcements.
The first event of the day was an invigorating time of playing outdoor games such as Ship, Deck, Shore and 9-Square in the Air. With some of their energy expended, the kids were then ready to sit down in their classrooms and listen to a Bible lesson about how they could know for sure that they were on their way to Heaven. Teachers like Mrs. Carolyn Garcia used engaging object lessons to ensure that each kid understood. After the lesson, the kids worked on memorizing Bible verses that emphasized the truths that were just taught.
Next was lunch under the big tent! Our team of diligent kitchen workers helped serve hot dogs, apple slices, caramel dip, chips, and beverages to the hungry kids. While everyone ate, they listened to a game show-style skit about how we can make wise choices in our lives.
With lunch over, it was time to begin our first ever Fall Fest Fair. Each participant got their own Fair Passport that listed out all the activities, which included a hayride, Dizzy Sports Throw, and face painting. As each kid participated in the event, they received a stamp on their passport. Those that had a fully stamped passport by the end of the day earned a special prize of homemade chocolate covered pretzels. In addition to the Fall Fest Fair events, the kids got to join in other fun activities such as a Candy Hay Scramble plus enjoy freshly made s’mores and other goodies. Mr. Kojima even added to the fun by leading a spectacular rocket launch!
But there was one final event to come – the moment when all those who brought a visitor had the opportunity to throw a cream pie in a church worker’s face. The unfortunate workers were Abby Perkins, A.J. Perkins, and Nathan Royalty. There’s no doubt that the kids thoroughly enjoyed this part of the day!
By early afternoon, the last tired kid had climbed into the church van or their family’s car. As they left, they were given a goodie bag with treats and a Gospel tract. It had been a busy but wonderful day. God blessed in a mighty way and we give Him all the glory. There was an incredible spirit of unity among all the church members who let themselves be used for the Gospel’s sake. Already we have seen souls saved as a result of Fall Fest, and we pray for even more fruit.
We can’t wait for Fall Fest 2021!


Donald Trump said in a 2007 television interview that executives have to be smarter than the people around them, declaring the idea that a boss's employees should be smarter than them "a lot of crap."
On the campaign trail, Trump has repeatedly said that, as president, he would employ "the best people" to negotiate trade deals and advise him, using the argument to quell concerns that he lacks expertise on subjects like national security.
"But I would get the best people, people that I'd be comfortable with," he said in a March 3 debate of hiring national security advisers. "And we will do the right thing."
In October 2007, however, Trump told CNBC host Erin Burnett that he believes in having "great people" around him but feels it is important that those people be less intelligent than he is.
"You have to keep great people around you," Trump said. "You have to motivate them. You always have to be on top of them. And you have to be smarter than they are. I hear so many times, 'Oh, I want my people to be smarter than I am.' It's a lot of crap. You want to be smarter than your people, if possible."
Trump's campaign staff has undergone a shakeup in recent weeks, with campaign manager Corey Lewandowski reportedly being displaced atop the campaign by veteran operative Paul Manafort. The campaign's national field director resigned on Monday amid the shakeup.
In the 2007 exchange on the show "The Billionaire Inside," Trump advised audience members against placing "too much" trust in the people around them, saying that, if they did, things would "start to happen that you're not gonna like."
"Look, you can't have great success without having really good people around you," Trump said. "And you have to keep those people motivated. And I've always said, it's not the dollar as much it is your own personal intervention. You have to keep good people around you. Never trust them too much because all of a sudden things will start to happen that you're not gonna like."


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23.08.2016 - ICF Chapter Meeting Zürich
Ethics in Coaching
Speaker: Ivo Wallimann-Helmer, Dr. phil., Director of the Program „Advanced Studies in Applied Ethics“, University of Zurich
Ethical principles are essential for the coaching profession. Decision making guided by and based on ethical foundations results in higher performance and positive relationships at the workplace as well as in our daily lives. To emphasize and demonstrate the importance of ethics, ICF added the ethics component to credential renewal requirements. Beginning of 2016 ICF Credential-holders are required to demonstrate completion of at least three (3) Continuing Coach Education (CCE) units in the area of coaching ethics. To offer our members and guests an opportunity to dive deep into ethics, the ICF Zurich Chapter organizes a workshop „Ethics in Coaching”.
We have the honor to welcome our guest speaker, Ivo Wallimann-Helmer, Dr. phil., a professional ethicist and director of the program „Advanced Studies in Applied Ethics“ at the University of Zurich.
- touch upon core principles in ethics from different concepts including Business Ethics, Utilitarianism, Deontology, Virtue Ethics ;
- introduce the “Ethical Decisions-Making in Five Steps“-tool that enables you to identify and analyze ethical challenges;
- demonstrate how the first four steps of the tool above can be applied for coaching practice.
At the end of the workshop you will get an opportunity to share your insights with the group during a take-away round.
- Meeting ethical guidelines and professional standards
- Establishing Trust and Intimacy with the Client
- Creating Awareness
Ivo Wallimann-Helmer studied Philosophy, German Literature and Linguistics in Zurich and Berlin. In 2010 he obtained his PhD with research on the ideal of equality of opportunity. After several positions as Research Assistant at the University of Zurich he became the director of the program Advanced Studies in Applied Ethics. In this program he regularly teaches ethical decision-making.
Participants with ICF Certification will receive 1 CCEUs
11.30 - 12.00 Lunch and Networking
12.00 - 13.00 Workshop
13.00 - 13.15 Take-away round & Closing
15 CHF ICF Switzerland Member
25 CHF ICF Global Member
35 CHF Guests
*Including Lunch (a soup, sandwiches, mineral water)
Registration is done via XING Events
Workshop in English
Organized by ICF Chapter Zurich
Chapter Leader: Marina Riedi, ACC
Co-Chapter Leader: Judith Rapazzini, ACC
Location (Important) Please be aware of the new venue!
Pädagogische Hochschule Zürich


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A pastor in the diocese of Metuchen, New Jersey, removed the name of a practicing homosexual serving as the facilitator of a parish LGBT group after Bp. James Checchio contacted him in response to a Church Militant investigation.
Church of the Sacred Heart in South Plainfield hosts an LGBT Faith Sharing Group called “In God’s Image” (IGI).
Church Militant confirmed that a number of parishioners in Metuchen have called and written Bp. Checchio for months to express their concerns.Tweet
The brochure for the group offers an unclear statement regarding the group’s adherence to Catholic Church teaching:
Rooted in peace & justice, we are a parish-based group, sharing faith and support with gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender adults, 18 and over, their families and friends, with outreach to the Metuchen Diocese and our sisters and brothers across our local community. We acknowledge and respect the teaching of the Roman Catholic Church and strive to create an environment where people may honestly and faithfully share their stories. Though we are a Catholic group in origin, our invitation and welcome is open to people of all faith traditions.
Reverend John Alvarado, pastor of Sacred Heart, was listed as the main contact for the group, while David Harvie — in a so-called same-sex marriage — was listed as “IGI Facilitator” on Friday. Harvie’s name was removed from the website Monday after the diocese contacted the parish in response to this Church Militant investigation.
Church Militant confirmed that a number of parishioners in Metuchen have called and written Bp. Checchio for months to express their concerns about Harvie’s role in an LGBT group ministering to Catholics.
They have also made multiple requests for face-to-face meetings, which have never been granted. Parishioners are deeply concerned and confused about the platform Sacred Heart is providing Harvie.
Checchio either fails to respond to requests or responds with general correspondence that never addresses Harvie or the LGBT group at Sacred Heart.
Read more at Church Militant


Thomas D. “Tom” Cornett, age 74 of Cumberland, Kentucky, entered his Heavenly home on Saturday, November 14, 2020.
Tom was born on October 2, 1946, unto the loving union of the late Green and Rose Lewis Cornett in Cumberland, KY. He was a proud Veteran of the United States Army, where he served his Country proud. He had studied electronics prior to enlisting and later in life, became the owner and operator of Cornetts Electronics. He supplied and serviced Police, Fire and E.M.S. with communication equipment in several states and local counties. He was a devoted member of the Cumberland United Methodist Church and was an honorable member and volunteer of the Cumberland Fire Department from 1962 until 2014. He was an upstanding member of the community and his departing has left a void in our hearts.
Other than his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Sally Lynn Parrish Cornett.
He leaves behind, daughters, Crystal (Bill) Cornett of Gadsden, Alabama, Sarah (Mark) Saylor of Cumberland, Kentucky, son, Joseph (Rikki) Cornett of Hazard, Kentucky, brother, Ray Cornett of Gig Harbor, Washington, sister, Daisy Ray of Cumberland, Kentucky, seven grandchildren also survive.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, at Cumberland Valley Funeral Home beginning at 12 noon with funeral service following at 2 p.m. with Rev. Greg Shannon officiating.
Burial will follow in the Joe Cornett Cemetery in Linefork, KY.
Fellow Fireman will serve as pallbearers.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any donation be made to the Cumberland Methodist Church, Cumberland, KY or to the Bell County Volunteer Fire Department, 99 Paige School Road, Pineville, KY 40977.
Anyone attending services must wear a mask or some form of facial covering and practice social distancing.
Cumberland Valley Funeral Home is honored to serve the Cornett Family.
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As many of you may know, Bladud Flies! co-director, The Bricoleur, is remastering all the C93 albums for reissue. He has also worked with me and C93 (and others) extensively, as well as cutting all C93’s lathe edition vinyl on the Bladud Flies! lathe-cutter. His partner in Bladud Flies!, Lauren Winton, also works with me on many projects and designs. Together as BF! they also run one of my favourite record labels… and they announce, Hopping, Skipping and Bladud Flying!, as follows:
BEAUTIFUL! My lovely friends at CYCLOBE and PHANTOMCODE announce their lovely COPPER & ENAMEL BADGES, and say:
Go to www.cyclobe.com to admire and acquire.