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Dojo provides an end-to-end solution for development in the browser. Matthew A. Russell demonstrates how to tame Dojo's extensive library of utilities so that you can build rich and responsive web applications like never before.

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Hair doesn’t make the man. Remind yourself of everything else you have to offer. Or take care of things you can control, like staying in shape. It’s OK to look to others for support. And if you need a little inspiration, think of bald men or guys with shaved heads who ooze confidence, like The Rock, Vin Diesel, and Pitbull. Consider yourself in good company.
Using ROGAINE doesn't mean giving up your favorite styling products. So spray away. Gel it up and/or mousse around. Just make sure your styling aids don't interfere with letting ROGAINE become absorbed into your scalp. Always remember to wait until ROGAINE dries before you use your styling aids, and be sure to apply styling aids to your hair--not to your scalp.
While minoxidil has been clinically proven to slow the progression of hair loss and regrow some hair, most experts see it as a relatively marginally effective drug in the fight against hair loss. Since minoxidil has no effect on the hormonal process of hair loss, its positive effects are at best temporary and usually yield somewhat disappointing results.
2. Oil-rich conditioner. “Oils improve hair’s tensile strength,” says Paradi Mirmirani, a hair-loss specialist and dermatologist in Vallejo, California. In other words, oils make hair less likely to break under pressure, which is especially important for thinning hair that’s prone to snapping when brushed or styled. Mirmirani recommends using a conditioner fortified with natural oils, like Burt’s Bees Very Volumizing Pomegranate Conditioner, which contains avocado oil ($8), or Honest Company Conditioner with coconut oil ($10). That one’s got an added benefit: “Coconut oil has been shown to penetrate hair,” says cosmetic chemist Randy Schueller, so it makes your hair stronger from the inside out. (Just don’t load up on pure coconut oil. “You might overshampoo your hair to get it out, and then you’ll end up drying your hair and undoing any benefit,” says Fusco.)

A bathroom covered with loose strands or an ever-scrawnier ponytail can be startling but doesn't necessarily mean anything's wrong. By age 50, half of women will complain of hair loss. "As we age, overall hair density changes and individual strands become finer," says dermatologist Doris J. Day, MD. But just because thinning is natural doesn't mean you have to accept it. Here are 13 solutions to help you keep the hair out of your brush and on your head.
The general medical consensus around laser treatments — caps and combs alike — is that low-level laser light therapy stimulates the cells within the hair follicle. These devices may also increase cell metabolism to promote thicker and more durable hair shafts, something that neither minoxidil or finasteride can do. To use the HairMax Ultima, all you have to do is glide the device over your scalp slowly. Treatments should take about eight minutes, and you should do it three days per week for the best results.
For the past two decades, scientists have made strides in developing hair loss treatments that are both safe and effective. However, the market is inundated with ineffective products; "99 percent of all products being marketed in the less than ethical hair loss treatment industry are completely ineffective for the majority of those who use them," according to the AHLA.
This study claims laser therapy does have some sort of effect, but I’ve never found any people who swear by it, like for minoxidil, finasteride, and keto. I wouldn’t waste my money on it. To be honest with you, I’m on minox, fin and keto for about 3 years now and still experience sheds every once in a while. I wouldn’t worry about it. While my hair is shedding my hairline is staying intact. How often do you use the keto shampoo?
Both minoxidil and finasteride require a lifelong commitment, but for users looking for a treatment with permanent results, hair transplant surgery may be the solution. Over the years, surgeons have developed techniques to deliver natural-looking results that are a far cry from early hair transplants, which had a cornrow-like appearance. These procedures are costly and may require multiple sessions depending on the patient.
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You can maximize your results from minoxidil by dying your hair after two to three months of treatment. Minoxidil tends to create very fine hairs at first, and dying the hair increases the contrast between the hairs and the scalp, making the new hair growth area look denser. This is one common technique in before/after photos for hair loss treatments.
Rosemary is one of the first essential oils people choose to promote hair growth and reduce hair loss. Rosemary oil stimulates new hair growth and can be used to treat androgenetic alopecia. Mix a few drops of rosemary oil into a carrier oil and massage it into your hair and scalp before rinsing. Do this a few times per week. Add a few drops of rosemary oil into your shampoo and conditioner on a daily basis. Do not use essential oils directly on the skin. Always mix them in a carrier oil or shampoo.

Like the long-suffering friend who inspired her to undergo the procedure, Ms. Telford quickly saw an improvement in her hair. New hair growth usually take at least four months, but at the two-month mark, she has already spotted some baby hairs. “Not a gazillion,” she said, “but it’s a start.” She’s planning to return for follow-up treatments every six months, and has high hopes of ditching the wigs and wearing her hair in a pixie.

To give yourself a hot oil treatment, massage the oil into your scalp, then apply it all the way to the ends of your strands. Pile your hair on top of your head, cover it with a shower cap, then blast your strands with a blow-dryer for 15 minutes. Feel free to jump in the shower and shampoo and condition as usual—you’ll notice softer strands instantly.
Instead, you may want to add vitamin D (about $15) to your shopping cart. A vitamin D deficiency can exacerbate hair thinning and make it almost impossible for any over-the-counter product to reverse hair loss, says Dhaval Bhanusali, a dermatologist in New York City, who recommends taking 5,000 international units of D3 a day (and it’s generally beneficial for bone health in women over 40). “There’s also a link between low iron and zinc levels and temporary hair shedding, called [telogen] effluvium,” says Rogers.
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The best option for many patients with significant hair loss is hair transplantation. Not your father’s “hair plugs” anymore, advances in artistry and minimally-invasive surgical techniques can comfortably undetectably restore hairlines and coverage. Hair transplants are used to permanently restore living and growing hair to an area of the scalp that is depleted of hair follicles.

Male pattern baldness (also known as androgenic alopecia) is estimated to affect about 50 million men in the United States. It starts with hair loss above the temples generating the typical "M" shape. Over time, the loss of hair continues around the top of the head and sometimes claims the hair on the sides and rear of the head as well, leading to complete baldness. If you experience male pattern baldness and do not feel comfortable with your appearance, there are certain treatment options available.[1]

Laser treatments are the latest frontier in staving off hair loss, and they’ll be the first choice for fans of sci-fi. As silly as they may sound, these treatments do work — the American Journal of Clinical Dermatology in 2014 reported a “statistically significant difference” in hair density with no “serious adverse events” or side effects.The bad news: Laser treatments tend to be expensive, progress is slow, and they don’t always produce stellar results.

Domen, I was reading some articles and also the links you’ve provided in your other comments above – they say both Finesteride and Minoxidil only check further hair loss and thicken existing hair – but both can’t re-generate hair that’s already gone from bald spots. I guess the effectiveness of these 2 medications are quite proportionate to age of the native! At 42, I guess, I am old 🙁 Atleast according to Indian standards!!
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Topical treatments like Rogaine use the active ingredient minoxidil -- originally used to treat high blood pressure. After researchers discovered that it also promoted hair growth, it was the first drug approved by the FDA to treat male pattern baldness. It is used topically on the scalp, and the success of treatment is dependent on the user's extent of hair loss. Researchers at the AHLA find its efficacy to be marginal in the long run since it has no effect on the hormonal process.
Castor oil is the unsung hero of the hair world—you might even be tempted to ditch your coconut oil for it after reading this. First of all, castor oil has antifungal and antibacterial properties to help combat scalp infections that prevent your hair from growing. Second, it’s filled with omega-6 fatty acids, vitamin E, proteins, and other nutrients that can penetrate your parched strands and seal your hair shaft to retain moisture. Thirdly, it makes an amazing hot oil treatment—massaging the oil into your roots will help your scalp drink up all of the nutrients and help promote hair growth.
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A clinician diagnoses female pattern hair loss by taking a medical history and examining the scalp. She or he will observe the pattern of hair loss, check for signs of inflammation or infection, and possibly order blood tests to investigate other possible causes of hair loss, including hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, and iron deficiency. Unless there are signs of excess androgen activity (such as menstrual irregularities, acne, and unwanted hair growth), a hormonal evaluation is usually unnecessary.

Various essential oils can be added to carrier oils like coconut oil, almond oil, and olive oil to promote hair growth. Some of the best essential oils for this purpose are peppermint oil, tea tree oil, black seed oil, neem oil, pumpkin seed oil, grapeseed oil, avocado oil, eucalyptus oil, walnut oil, lemongrass oil, and onion oil. Essential oils are full of antioxidants and also contain pore cleansing agents – both these properties can improve hair growth.
Instead, you may want to add vitamin D (about $15) to your shopping cart. A vitamin D deficiency can exacerbate hair thinning and make it almost impossible for any over-the-counter product to reverse hair loss, says Dhaval Bhanusali, a dermatologist in New York City, who recommends taking 5,000 international units of D3 a day (and it’s generally beneficial for bone health in women over 40). “There’s also a link between low iron and zinc levels and temporary hair shedding, called [telogen] effluvium,” says Rogers.
Other Information see hair loss pictures on side of this carton before use, read all information on carton and enclosed insert keep the carton. It contains important information. in clinical studies of mostly white women aged 18-45 years with mild to moderate degrees of hair loss, the following response to minoxidil topical solution 2% was reported: 19% of women reported moderate hair regrowth after using minoxidil topical solution 2% for 8 months (19% had moderate regrowth; 40% had minimal regrowth). This compares with 7% of women reporting moderate hair regrowth after using the placebo, the liquid without minoxidil in it, for 8 months (7% had moderate regrowth; 33% had minimal regrowth). store at controlled room temperature 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F). Keep tightly closed.
A unique formulation by Ultrax is the Hair Lush. Formulated in a serum form containing caffeine, immediately adds volume to hair. It also contains a proprietary blend of ingredients which are known to promote hair growth and prevent hair loss. The leave in caffeine formulations are known to improve the health of hair and Hair lush performs up to expectations.

1. Collagen powder. Preliminary studies suggest that marine-sourced collagen may stimulate hair growth, says New York City dermatologist Yoon-Soo Cindy Bae. Though more research is needed, participants in studies reported thicker hair after three to six months of daily use. Crushed Tonic Original Powder ($105) easily mixes into coffee, tea, and water.

Coming in at number 7 is the tablet formulation from Research Verified. This tablet formulation contains a mixture of multi-vitamin blends and trusted compounds known to promote hair growth and prevent future hair fall. The product is manufactured in US FDA certified labs ensuring high quality. Containing active ingredients such as Saw Palmetto and Ginkgo biloba, help promote natural and lustrous hair regrowth.
According to practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine, hair health is tied to two things: kidney energy and the blood, which nourish the hair. The solution: acupuncture and Chinese herbs. While there isn't a lot of hard science to back this up, Maureen Conant, a TCM practitioner at Full Bloom Acupuncture in Seattle, says that she's seen women's hair stop falling out and then gradually regenerate after a few months of weekly treatments.


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That this House deplores the decision of the Secretary of State for Transport and the Shipping Minister to recommend the closure of the Swansea Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centre at Mumbles; recognises that this Centre is, by far, the busiest in Wales and one of the busiest in the UK, protecting users of sea and shore from Carmarthen in the west, acrossthe south Wales coast to Gloucester and down the eastern side of the Bristol Channel to the Cornish border; is appalled that this proposal would leave the Bristol Channel, with the second highest tidal range in the world, without a twenty-four hour staffed coastguard station; urges everyone concerned about maritime and coastal safety to oppose this proposal in the current consultationexercise; and calls on the Government to reconsider this dangerous recommendation.

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Tuesday, September 2, 2008

Fire all the Bad Teachers . . . And then What?

Good news: the most consistently thoughtful education blog (Bridging Differences) is back in business. Diane Ravitch leads off with a piece on the new reform efforts in education and how Democrats seem to be adopting the ideas of Republicans. Although it's only tangentially related, it reminded me of a question I wanted to ask.

A lot has been written about Michelle Rhee's plan to give teacher's huge raises in exchange for getting rid of tenure -- I assume that she's planning on firing a lot of teachers, otherwise I don't see the point of the plan. But here's my question: who's going to replace the fired teachers?

I don't know the situation in D.C. well enough, so it might be the case that the D.C. Teaching Fellows and other efforts can recruit enough teachers to replace whoever gets fired in this plan, but more generally speaking I always hesitate to believe that simply firing all the bad teachers will solve our problems. Beyond the fact that it's harder to identify "bad" teachers than we might want to believe, we often forget to ask whether there are better teachers waiting in the wings.

As an anecdotal example, let me talk even more about my school. My school was not the worst one in the Bronx, but about a quarter of the teachers left each year. My second year we had a handful of positions that remained vacant for all or most of the year (after two chorus teachers were driven off they couldn't seem to find a third). The new principal, however, decided she needed to go after a number of teachers she didn't like in order to replace them with her people. I'm not going to say that every teacher in my school was nominated for teacher of the year, but what, exactly, is the point of firing teachers when you don't have anybody with which to replace them?

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My understanding is that Rhee's program for higher pay is an opt-in contract. Teachers already in the system can choose to retain their tenure and seniority, which would keep them on the old pay schedule; or they can voluntarily give up their seniority and tenure and go on probation for a year. If they're re-hired at the end of that year, they're put on a much more generous pay schedule. If you assume that the teachers who are doing a mediocre job more or less know it, the better teachers will more or less self-select into the higher-pay program, and most of them will be rehired - so you probably won't see a massive and immediate loss of teachers. But the teachers who opt for job security and lower pay will eventually retire or move to another career, and they'll be replaced by new teachers who are hired under the lower-security, higher-pay contract. This way, the "bad teachers" are eliminated by attrition, rather than all at once.

Corey Bunje Bower said...

I see two reasons to believe it won't work that way:

1.) From an administrative point of view, what reason could one possibly have for eliminating tenure other than to make it easier to fire teachers?

2.) Teacher attrition is highest in the first few year -- before people have tenure. Therefore, I see no compelling reason to believe that tenured teachers that don't opt-in will systematically leave the system. They've made it through the rockiest years, been awarded tenure, and can now start building up a pension.

Anonymous said...

I'd like to know more about Rhee's proposal. Once tenure is eliminated (assuming it will be for many teachers), will the school then be held to a "for cause" basis for firings, or will firing be "at will" - like in private corporations?

In my understanding, public sector jobs (like teaching) tend to have more protections than private sector jobs.

My concern is that if principals can fire "at will" (e.g., for any reason other than a legally discriminitory one), this gives principals a lot of power to play favorites, and to make teachers bend to their will.

Roger Sweeny said...

The idea, of course, is that you do want teachers to bend to the principals' wills. But that assumes that the principals know what to make the teachers do.

Anonymous said...

Roger: I didn't mean that principals shouldn't be able to have basic administrative powers in their schools. What I meant was that principals should not be able to use their power to punish teachers for things unrelated to their quality as teachers.

That's the beauty of "for cause" - the teacher would have to be shown to be a bad teacher to be fired - not because the principal disagreed with their political views, or wants them to work after school as a lacrosse coach.

Nancy Flanagan said...

You make an excellent point here: promising teacher candidates (especially in shortage areas like math, science and special education) aren't exactly thick on the ground in high-needs areas.

I have seen researchers lobbying for expensive value-added achievement data systems in states, claiming that by having access to such precise "effectiveness" data will allow districts to lop off the bottom quintile of teachers. My question is the same as yours: who will replace these teachers--and will they get lopped off in the next cycle?

Perhaps we should focus on improving and retaining the teachers who have already been hired and demonstrated a commitment to working in a challenging district.

Great post.


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Term 1: Monday 3rd February – Friday 27th March

  • 3-5 February all students attend
  • Thursday 6 February is Waitangi Day (school closed)
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Term 2: Wednesday 15th April – Friday 3rd  July

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General Questions:

What is the delivery time for orders?
We have able to delivery dress very fast. Normally it take 5-8 weeks for Custom orders and delivery time about 6- 14 days for shipping.

When should I order?
Please place your order as far as in advance of your wedding date as possible, normally can’t less than 1 month. It also affords you a comfortable time frame to accommodate any alterations if necessary.
What is your return policy?
We guarantee all our dress with high quality. If our dress not good quality, customer can return back the dress. But we can’t accept return dress for custom cut order.
All sales are final and cannot be cancelled at the point of purchase.
Please be sure of the style, size, color, and any other specifications before submitting your order.
How can I see a swatch of the color I’m interested in before I order?
Sorry, the shipping cost is very expensive, so we do not have swatches available to send out to customers. we can just send our color chart and product cd to our wholesaler with their order.
You can confirm the dress color by two ways, as follow:
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2, send me a color picture, and we will tell you if we have this color for your dress.
Note: Not any extra cost for color change.
Can I place my order over the phone?
We do not accept phone orders. We require all orders in writing to avoid errors.
How do I pay?
We just have 2 payment way, 1, bank transfer
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How do I decide what size to order?
Each manufacturer offers their own size chart, So, please decide your size by our size chart. Keep in mind that the measurements are taken to determine the closest size to be ordered and that the garment will not be custom-made to the exact measurements. Almost every gown will need some type of adjustment.
Prior to selecting your size to order, we suggest reviewing the information provided in How to Measure. The designer will be unable to accommodate any changes to the size once the order has been placed.
How will I be notified of my order status?
We contact our customers by email at various points of the order process. It is imperative the customer includes an email address on their order.
The first email is sent immediately after an order is sent to our email address. The next email is sent 7 – 10 business days thereafter to confirm your order has been placed with the designer and will include the estimated shipping of your order to our location. A shipping confirmation email will be sent when your order is shipped from our location and will include the tracking number.

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Everyone thinks they know how to buy a wedding gown. What most women don’t realize is fabrics, style and measurements can influence the style of wedding dress that best compliments a particular body type.
If you are a full figured woman the best silhouette is an A- Line. A-line lengthens the whole body without drawing attention to your waistline. The empire waist is another good choice. The empire is narrowest just below the bust and conceals your waist and hips.
Many plus size girls tend to purchase wedding gowns that cover a lot of skin. If religion isn’t an issue don’t be afraid to show some skin. Skin is sexy and showing your arms and neckline can often make one appear smaller.
Deep V necks and scoop necks flatter curvy figures and always look best on full figured women.
A-line wedding dresses are also flattering on a petite women. As we stated earlier it lengthens the body. Sheaths seem to shorten a small body even more. Stay clear of very full skirts. You want to keep your wedding dress in proportion to your body.
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A petite woman may have to lift her arms to reach up to her new husband.
A cap sleeve gives the feeling of a strapless gown and also serves a practical purpose in holding the gown in place.
Off the shoulder gowns look wonderful on a full bust. It draws our attention upward, emphasizes the shoulders and minimizes the chest. Keep your skirt narrow. Wearing a full skirt will make you look large on top and bottom.
Women who are larger through their hips and buttocks should look for a wedding dress that focuses on their upper body preferably with a full skirt. Show your arms back and bust line.
Corset style bodice with lacing will highlight your upper body. We want to draw attention away from your hips. Avoid pleats or gathered fabric around the waist.

2) Can I see fabric swatches before ordering?
We do have fabric swatches available for purchase of only 20 per fabric type such as satin, chiffon and Martin, but you need to pay the shipping cost.

3)How much does shipping cost?
Please click here to see our shipping information

Dress questions:

1)Can I cancel my gown order if I change my mind?
We are a small company that is not able to give refunds on custom-made gowns if you change your mind or payment made are non-refundable.

2) Can I have a gown made to my measurement?
Of course yes, we do make all sizes.

3) How to measure for your size
It is very important that proper measurements be taken before a gown is ordered. Start by carefully taking your measurements using our friendly size guide. For standard size, on average you will need to go up 1 or 2 sizes than what you normally where in sportswear or street clothes. Bridal gowns are meant to have a close fit to the body so they tend to be cut smaller than sportswear.
To measure yourself, you must be dressed in only a good fitting bra and underwear. To measure you bust, take the measuring tape around your back at bust level and over your nipples without pulling too tight or leaving too much slack. Do the same at your waist going over your belly button. To properly measure your hip, go around the fullest part of your buttocks, about 7-9 inches below your belly button. Compare these measurements to our size chart and you should have a good fit.

4)What if I don’t see what I want?
Just ask! Now you have a friend in the gowns business!!! Contact us:

5) Can a gown be made in a plus size?
Yes you can

6) How should I clean my beautiful wedding dress?
First of all, ALWAYS get your dress cleaned after wearing. If it is not cleaned in a reasonable amount of time after wearing a yellowing of the fabric may result from prolonged storage. ALWAYS take your bridal dress to a professional cleaner that specializes in bridal dresses. Your normal cleaner may damage the precious dress by using the wrong chemicals.

7) Is the color of the picture display the same color as the dress?
Not always. Your monitor and color correction utilities may change the colors. Different brands, lighting in the room, and other variables can also make your eyes receiving different color information. Do not use pictures and magazines as color swatches since different brands of ink on different types of paper may have different feel. Ask the store to show you sample swatches and allow for slight dye-lot difference.

Others Question.

1, Do you have more pictures for this dress?
We are sorry that we are still working on better and more pictures. That is all we have so far. If we get more pictures, we will update our listing.

2, Can I change the color of the embroidery from gold color to silver color?
Yes. We can make the gown with silver embroidery for you.

3, Can I change the color of the dress or the accent of the dress? How much is there extra charge?
Yes. You can change the color of the dress or accent of the dress. But we recommend you to think over before you make any change of style or color. It might not be different from your imagination. And your gown might be delayed due to the color change because we may not have that color in stock and will make special order for you. Please check our color chart and tell us the color number you select and make a special note on the measurement form when you order. We usually don’t charge extra if you only change the color. In case there is extra charge, we will notify you.

5, Can I send you a picture of the gown and you custom make the gown for me?
Yes. We can custom make the gown if you give us clear pictures showing both front and back. But please be aware of that the charge will be much higher than the styles in my list because our designers will have to design it from scratch just for you and it will cost more. I need to contact our designers for quote. And we don’t accept return and refund for custom made gowns.

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Robin Bielman and Samanthe Beck Play Entangled’s Newlywed Game

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Go behind the book with Promise Me co-authors Robin Bielman and Samanthe Beck. Watch them play Entangled’s version of The Newlywed Game!

Be sure to pick up Promise Me by Robin Bielman and Samanthe Beck, out now!

Instead of soaking up the SoCal sunshine while house-sitting for my aunt, I’m dealing with a Pomeranian who thinks she’s a pit bull, two half sisters who would happily prune me off the family tree, and him>. Vaughn Shaughnessy. Hot model about to go nuclear, dangerously sexy flirt whose perceptive green eyes promise he’s more than just a pretty face. He’s the kind of walking, talking temptation I should avoid, but that’s impossible because he also happens to be my extremely lickable—I mean likable—neighbor.

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Thing is, I can’t handle more messes in my life. I’m still trying to come to terms with the monumental ones in my past, and getting involved with Vaughn—even for temporary summer fun—is guaranteed to get messy. I don’t dare risk it, but I’m not sure I can resist…

Robin Bielman is the USA Today bestselling author of over fifteen novels. When not attached to her laptop, she loves to read, go to the beach, frequent coffee shops (and by frequent she means daily but she’s trying to break the habit), and spend time with her high school sweetheart husband and two sons. Her fondness for swoon-worthy heroes who flirt and stumble upon the girl they can’t live without jumpstarts most of her story ideas. She writes with a steady stream of caffeine nearby (see above) and the best dog on the planet, Harry, by her side. She also dreams of traveling to faraway places and loves to connect with readers. Keep in touch on social! xoxo

Samanthe Beck lives in Malibu, California with her husband, their young son, a furry ninja named Kitty, and Bebe the trash talkin’ Chihuahua. When not writing fun, contemporary, melt-your-Kindle sexy romances for Entangled Publishing’s Brazen imprint, she searches for the perfect cabernet to pair with Ambien.

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It is the formula for Sanctity that we receive today from Matthew’s Gospel. It is the way of life led by Bernadette and remembered by all who gather in this holy place day after day, season after season. However it is translated, “Blessed” or “Happy”, the original sense of the word Matthew used is really a word of Congratulations. So if this text were literally translated we would be reading: “Congratulations you people who are poor or mourning, or meek or hungry.” This is a good way to be. This is the way it is in the reign of God.

Poverty is not a good thing, but being helpless is. … more »

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Isaiah 52, 7-10 + 2 Timothy 4, 1-5 + Matthew 8, 5-8

 So many people live the anguish of the centurion of this Gospel who begs Jesus Christ: “Only say the word, and my servant will be healed”. The community of men and women who call this place home preach to give that Word of healing to the world. Dominic and those who followed him preach because they burn with this desire, and their desire has illuminated the church since they made a home in this place. The purpose of Dominican preaching is to generate others: “The object of their preaching is either to cause the faith to be born, or to allow it to penetrate people’s entire lives more deeply” according to their own constitution. … more »

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Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church, Norman, Oklahoma Sunday, October 26, 2014

Matthew 25: 14-30

Jesus has just spoken the parable we heard last week about the virgins and the lamps. This parable today is the last before he begins to speak of the in-gathering to come at the end of time. Next week, the Seventy Sunday of the Glorious Cross, and then we move into the season that is a bridge to the Season of Christ’s Birth. All of this gives this parable great importance for us. As last week, this parable is directed to us, insiders, people who have their lamps lit or people who have been given gifts. Do not miss the point that everyone in this parable has been given something. … more »

The Thirtieth Sunday of Ordinary Time October 26, 2014

 Exodus 22, 20-26 + Psalm 18 + 1 Thessalonians 1, 5-10 + Matthew 22, 34-40

In a world that loves far too much “black” and “white”, and likes things neatly separated into categories it is very easy to listen to these verses as though there are two commands. Love God. Love Neighbor. That kind of think is legal and comes out of some thought that Jesus is making some ethical proposal. To dismiss these verses with that thinking is shallow and avoids the theological statement that is being made here which is quite different.

We have to ask a question here. At these two commands set side by side to indicate that human responsibility involves two parallel but separate areas of accountability, or are the two interrelated? … more »

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Matthew 25: 1-13

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Isaiah 45, 1, 4-6 + Psalm 96 + 1 Thessalonians 1, 1-5 + Matthew 22, 15-21

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Tuesday, 17 March 2015

Shamrock {Protein} Shake (Healthy Soft-Serve!)

In the spirit of the most beer-filled, green and happy holiday -- St. Patty's Day, of course -- I bring to you the quintessential treat for this holiday brought to you by none other than the ominous golden arches.

Here is my confession, though: I have never had this contraption. No. Not once. Not even when I was younger and would have been interested (maybe) in such a thing as a giant green minty ice cream shake.

I did a lot of research of course, regarding how to approach such a monstrosity. All the recipes I found online were basically just home-made versions of the Mickey D's version. Re: Ice cream and other high sugar things.

Which is TOTALLY fine. You know my philosophy -- I am a gal of moderation. But I wanted to do another Protein Soft Serve. Why? Well in the spirit of the Irish! But also because I received a very kind comment in my 'About Me' section of the blog and the lovely reader had stated she really liked ice cream and as she continued with her eating disorder recovery she wanted to try more recipes like it.

As it is an issue near and dear to my heart (you can read more about that here) I had no choice to oblige! Anonymous -- this is for you!

So If you want to indulge this holiday -- this makes an amazing post-workout shake! Some things to note about protein soft serve which are REALLY important:

  • Ice/frozen fruit is what gives you the creaminess. Use extra if you are avoiding the 'gums' in the recipe
  • Speaking of the 'gums' don't let it freak you out! BUT if you have a very sensitive tum tum than you may want to use a very small amount at first. Some people notice it...uh....bloats them.
  • You don't have to use food colouring -- I have seen green shakes using avocado instead!
  • Blend it WELL! You don't need a fancy Vitamix. I have a Ninja blender and it works very well! It's ready when it really starts to increase in volume and the colour becomes a bit more pale. This is a sign there is lots of air whipping in there!
  • Use a big straw or preferably a spoon. No joke. I found some big straws at Michael's a few years ago and the search has been on since.

OH and you should DEFINITELY PUT MINT CHIPS IN THERE! It's like mint chocolate chip ice cream. It's so bomb. OH GOSH!

OR! You can chop up my world's healthiest brownies and put those on top. With coconut whipped cream because I am addicted to it?

Let's make it -- it's easy!

Shamrock Shake Protein Soft-Serve

Yields 1 serving (2-3 Cups)

Gluten Free, Refined Sugar Free, Vegan option

  • 1 1/4 cups almond or coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup greek yogurt or non-dairy yogurt
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein (can use whey or a vegan protein like SunWarrior)
  • 1-2 frozen bananas
  • 4-5 large ice cubes
  • Splash of vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum*
  • 1/4 teaspoon guar gum*
  • Mint Stevia Drops, Honey, Agave or other sweetener to taste
  • Optional: A few drops of green food colouring
  • Optional but highly recommended: 2-3 tablespoons Enjoy Life vegan mini chocolate chips

*Don't like the idea of using gums or don't have any? That's okay! Just use 3-5 more ice cubes in it's place. Just make sure to blend it well and you are good to go! The thicker you want the shake -- the more ice/frozen banana you add*

  1. Pour all ingredients into a large blender
  2. Blend until all ingredients are fully combined and the texture of the mixture resembles a thick milk-shake. If desired, add additional ice to thicken consistency and texture.
  3. (Soft) Serve with any toppings you choose! Chocolate chips, cocoa nibs, coconut, nuts, dried fruit or fresh fruit!
  4. Eat immediately!
* You will know this is ready when the blender makes a softer whirring noise and the mixture grows 2-3 times it's initial size!*

You can put it in tiny cups with the taste of the rainbow on there!

Some first world blogger problems: I am obsessed with the rainbow candy I keep seeing everywhere for St.Pat's so naturally I bought some. I HATED IT! Maybe the dollar store brand was just doo-doo. But yuck. It was hard as a rock! Still pretty though ;)

I think it's called sour tape. I have no idea.

And the chocolate chips are Enjoy Life mini chips. They are vegan and allergen free and I am also addicted to those. How can you not love mini things?!

Just in case you can't tell this makes a lot! So much that it overflowed every single container I tried to put it in. Which sorta made me sad. What a waste, you know? I hate wasting!

So pour yourself a pint.

Or a giant bowl complete with accouterments. I don't know if I used that properly but I refuse to double check.

Doesn't this vaguely resemble a giant glass of foamy beer?!?! Not my thing but it looks prettyyyy!

I hope you try this -- it's really easy! When I first started making protein soft-serve a few years ago I became so heavily addicted I would eat it for any snack and meal that I could rationalize. It was scary, folks. Protein soft-serve up the wazoo!

Happy Shamrock Shakin'!

  1. This was fantastic and delicious! A handful of spinach leaves was a great way to get that pale green colour with a boost of added nutrition but negligible additional fat or calories for anyone keeping an eye on those things. I also loved your previous soft serve advice about xanthan gum - the blender truly does take on a distinctive lower pitched sound when it's ready. My vanilla protein powder actually already has a sweet enough flavour that I didn't even need the stevia drops.

    I'm thinking that subbing frozen strawberries for frozen banana and omitting the mint would yield a strawberry-milkshake type result - another great option for people like Anonymous looking for nutritious ways to ease ice cream-type treats back into their lifestyle.

    Great work as always and keep 'em coming! Please!

    1. Thank you so much for the feedback Lauren! I ALWAYS appreciate it :) Yes the spinach is an awesomeeee idea! My fridge has been barren lately so I will have to pick some up and try it!

      As for the blender trick -- YES! It really does. And it makes knowing when it's done so much easier!

      The flavour options are limitless -- I will definitely be experimenting more and keep them coming!

      Thanks Lauren!

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Film Mayo Tyrone Guthrie Award

Film Mayo Tyrone Guthrie Bursary Announced

Film Mayo promotes filmmaking in the county, helping professionals to plan shoots to providing information on funding, publicity and local resources.

The bursary award will enable filmmakers born or living in Mayo to spend two weeks at The Tyrone Guthrie Centre at Annaghmakerrig, County Monaghan.

Applications are now open for the Film Mayo Tyrone Guthrie Residency

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The Long Wet Grass Update

The Long Wet Grass short film is set at Callow Lake (on the road between Swinford and Foxford) and is based on a prize winning story and a play of the same name.

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Mayo Short wins Award in L.A

Congratulations to 'Rapacious' a short film shot in Moore Hall in County Mayo last year has won Best Short Drama at the recent Los Angeles Short Film Festival in California, U.S.A.

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Mayo native nomination in Irish Animation Awards

Mayo native Mike Heneghan, has been been nominated in the "Best Writer for an Animated Series" category in the third Irish Animation Awards which will take place on March 23rd as part of the Dingle Film Festival. The nomination is for his work on Space Chickens in Space, which is a Disney/Gingerbread's sci-fi/comedy series broadcasting on Disney channels worldwide.

The awards are sponsored by RTÉ, Screen Ireland, Animation Skillnet, Philip Lee, Celaction, Screen Skills Ireland, Brophy Gillespie and Gorilla Post.

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Reports of a Crash – Photographic Exhibition and Talk by local filmmaker, Fergus Sweeney.

Mayo filmmaker, Fergus Sweeney, was the successful recipient of the Film Mayo Creative Ireland Residency Award in partnership with Ballina Arts Centre. Film Mayo is a Mayo Arts Service, Mayo County Council initiative.

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Open Masterclasses for Irish talent on Television Serial Drama Development as part of the Torino SeriesLab in Castlebar December 14th.

Fís Eireann/Screen Ireland, Screen Skills Ireland and the Western Region Audiovisual Producers Fund (WRAP Fund) are delighted to announce open masterclasses for Irish professionals as part of the TorinoFilmLab’s Irish workshopping weekend for the third edition of SeriesLab.

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Now going in to the 7th year of success the Irish Adventure Film Festival  will take place in Mayo in March 2019. Attracting over 150 films from 34 countries, crammed in to two days of viewing pleasure. The festival plays host and homage to the ‘Best of the Best’ when it comes to adventure films, stories and adventurers.

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Mayo features heavily in GMarsh TV Wildkids

Mayo features heavily in  brand-new RTEjr television series "Wild Kids" which follows passionate wildlife warriors –Kealan Doyle, Ciara Dolan, Sarah Sarsfield and John Lusby as they travel the length and breadth of the country showing us the nature that is right under our nose – we just need to know where to look for it!

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Investing In Your self: Why You Ought to Begin Investing In Your self

Investing In Yourself: Why You Should Start Investing In Yourself

The phrase “investment” is thrown round in so some ways. The phrase is even used the place it does not precisely belong. So, why and the way must you precisely put money into your self? I’m going to be explaining Three nice the explanation why you must begin investing in your self and supply a pair methods to correctly put money into your self in addition to in your future! By the tip, hopefully will probably be clear how vital it’s to put money into your self and to start this funding at present!Three Nice Causes To Make investments In Yourself1. Confidence Constructing – Investing in your self provides you with an enormous confidence increase. Understanding that you’re rising your self mentally or financially or every other approach is an incredible and rewarding feeling. This will result in with the ability to obtain private targets, scout new methods to change into higher financially or romantically or no matter else, and even simply advancing in your present profession. This additionally permits an open door so that you can have extra respect and love for your self since you understand the truth that you made a dedication to deal with your self with such issues and are going to take action.2. Larger Earnings – If you wish to make the massive bucks, you will must put money into your self. Earlier than somebody is keen to put money into you, you have to first put money into your self. If you happen to do that educationally, it is possible for you to to attain doable development in virtually any business obtainable. Schooling is one thing you must by no means cease rising, study as a lot as you possibly can and watch as you attain potential you did not assume was doable. Have you ever ever wished to be wealthy?3. You are Value It – The principle cause to put money into your self is as a result of You Are Value It! I attempt to get this message planted within the thoughts of my youngsters as a result of it’s a very worthwhile lesson. You must by no means accept being lower than your potential can really reached. On a regular basis needs to be a rewarding problem to develop your potential to new heights. You probably have the mindset that you’re price greater than you could have whatever the state of affairs, you will notice huge development in the whole lot you do. This cause to put money into your self is fingers down crucial one.2 Nice Methods To Make investments In Yourself1. Educationally – There are all kinds of other ways you possibly can put money into your self educationally and it’s totally really useful that you just achieve this. Your mind can maintain a bunch of data! By no means concern training, settle for and welcome it! Any seminars or work retailers you’ve got been invited to or heard about just lately that you just did not assume something of, nicely begin fascinated about them! I’m not an actual property skilled, I do not even personal a home paid in full presently. Nevertheless, I’ve been to numerous actual property seminars simply because I really like being knowledgeable! If I ever do resolve to develop an actual property profession, I am already ready.2. Financially – I perceive that this one will probably be difficult particularly when you have little obtainable funds to start with. Nevertheless, if you wish to develop your revenue degree considerably then investing in your self financially is an absolute should! You can do that with shares, actual property, a enterprise, or anything that can deliver you revenue. If you happen to do that although, it is advisable to search for Return on Investments! I personally do not do shares as a result of I do not see a ok Return on Funding. Fortunately, there’s loads of different methods to put money into your self financially with improbable Return on Investments corresponding to actual property or direct promoting.A Couple Remaining Tips1. 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Federica Bowman of FirmDecisions – Why we still need to see financial transparency in media

A view from Federica Bowman, Managing Director – Digital at FirmDecisions on ‘Why we still need to see financial transparency in media’ has been featured in More About Advertising.

The article highlights the bold and confident steps the media and marketing industry has taken in the last three years on the journey towards transparency, but also stressing how there is a short fall of initiatives focusing specifically on financial transparency.

Recently, the IAB launched their new transparency initiative – a set of 20 frequently asked questions (Transparency FAQs), designed to help brands improve the transparency they from supply chain vendors. Federica highlights “any initiative designed to improve transparency in media trading is to be welcomed, and the IAB’s Transparency FAQs are definitely another step – in the right direction.”

However, Federica goes on to highlight where the initiative falls short:

“Where the initiative falls short, however, is what for FirmDecisions is the single most important aspect of transparency: financial transparency. As the trade body that represents vendors, platforms, online publishers, and agencies involved in the transacting of digital media inventory, it is perhaps not surprising that the IAB chose to focus on the quality rather than the transactional aspects of transparency. And yet from our perspective, we believe that brands don’t just need confidence in the quality of media inventory. They also have the right to know what the nature of each relationship in the transactional chain is, who takes what percentage of a total media buy, and what advertisers receive in return for their investment.”

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Hester   is a sensitive and emotional woman with a very charming manner, who is eager to please and be liked in return. She is rather outgoing and seeks the company of others, with whom she is sociable, communicative, and particularly accommodating and helpful. She may need to be guided, given her hesitant, undecided and somewhat impressionable nature. She is refined, a perfectionist (fussy even), and not indifferent to beauty, aesthetics and art. Hester   is very sensitive to comfort as well as harmony in her family environment, and both are necessary for her emotional well-being. Indeed, emotional distress can have significant impact on her equilibrium, and may cause her to become withdrawn. She is of fine moral character and strong-willed, with the possible exception of when her feelings have been hurt: Indeed, her emotional environment has a stimulating effect, and if she feels alone or abandoned she tends to lose her motivation in whatever she´s doing. Therefore, when she is a child, care must be taken in the expression of affection: if she feels that she is not loved enough, (or indeed if she considers that she is loved too much) she can be known to indulge in a certain indolence, becoming apathetic and even lazy. It is imperative to empower her to become autonomous and responsible, but again, be careful not to go too far: the karmic 6 means that she could experience particular difficulty in relation to her family, and is capable of disowning them completely, or by contrast, she may feel constantly obliged to them... Extremely sensitive to beauty and harmony, it would be very beneficial for her to cultivate an artistic hobby, avoiding scattering her energy too far and wide, because she tends to be rather versatile. She is an adherent to the "path of least resistance" and prefers to side-step problems when they arise...

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Deep down, Hester   is far from materialist, and is inclined to live her life according to more spiritual values. Daydreaming of a perfect world is equally a perfect way for her to escape reality, which can sometimes be harsh with all its worries and problems. On the same note, she also loves travelling and anything else that breaks the monotony. In her emotional life she can lack objectivity, and could be described as a "sentimental fool", who dreams of a thrilling romance with Prince Charming, once she has found him that is. She needs to idealize the man she loves, and this tends to lead to disappointment when she discovers that "the chosen one" isn´t perfect, after all. On the other hand, settling down and starting a family is paramount for her, but she is very elitist: making decisions in love isn´t always easy for her and she can be known to falter at the fateful moment! Furthermore, she is rather demanding and tends to be somewhat critical of her partner due to her keen analytical mind and attention to detail... Even so, she can also be patient and understanding - if he´s worth it, in which case she is capable of utter devotion...

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Crispy Fried Chicken Skin

Our stand-up freezer stopped freezing sometime in the last 20 hours, so we found ourselves performing freezer food triage earlier today. Fortunately we have a couple of refrigerator/freezer units still functioning in the house, so key frozen meats and other frozen products could be kept ice hard.

However, we did find there wasn’t quite enough space for everything, so in addition to feasting on now thawing left-overs tomorrow, we enjoyed a special treat tonight – Crispy Fried Chicken Skin.

We discovered a couple of months ago that our butcher simply throws out the chicken skin from thighs and breasts when packaging meat for retail sale. What a waste. So we kept a stash of chicken skin in vacuum sealed bags in our now malfunctioning freezer.

As long time fans of pork rinds (zero carbohydrates, and only saturated animal fats if prepared right), chicken skin ranks right up there for us. When fried correctly, chicken skin is like great popcorn – a nice crunch, a bit of greasiness, and a lot of satisfaction in both taste and emotion, but none of the carbs. Ignore the misguided advice to have fat-less (and thus bland and dry) chicken, and instead enjoy the skin, if you can find a good source for it.

Frying up chicken skin is incredibly easy. Get out your deep fat fryer, and turn on high (450 degrees Fahrenheit on the model I use). If your frying temperature is too low, the chicken skin ends up very chewy, so fry at a high temperature.

Cut your chicken skins into small pieces (I find one inch squares to be a good size), and once the oil is at full heat, put the skin in the fryer. Stir a bit to make sure your skins cook separately instead of in a large chunk.

After about 4-6 minutes you should see the skins browning and losing their rubbery textures. Remove from the hot oil onto a plate with a paper towel to drain off the excess oil. Lightly salt with your favorite seasoned salt (I use Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning – love that stuff). Let the hot skins sit for a few minutes to allow retained moisture to evaporate, and to let the skins cool down enough to safely eat. Then enjoy.

Crispy Chicken Skin at Kori & Fay in Berlin, Germany
Crispy Chicken Skin at Kori & Fay in Berlin, Germany

I will note that several Asian restaurants I’ve eaten at offer crispy chicken skin on their menus as well. I have had it Yakitori-style (grilled on a skewer) at Japanese restaurants in New York and San Francisco, and most recently in a spicy sauce in Berlin at Kori & Fay (see picture above).


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There is a good record of business trips in each year. As the owner of the business, you may belong to that group that has contributed to those trips. There are those people who have a season on when to travel. However, some things are left behind that makes life easier. While traveling for a trip, you may feel very uncomfortable. Just following some simple guidelines can help in eliminating this distress. Just spend some money and prepare enough for the trip. At least, these things can improve your well-being. The following are travel tips that can enhance your productivity and comfort.

Just use the cord case. Some people normally travel with a bunch of electronics. Someone is allowed to continue working as he is proceeding with the trip. Some things like smartphones, beard trimmer, tablets and laptops causes someone to struggle with tangled cords. The presence of the case will help in storing your property. In this way, you can’t waste your time sorting items just to select one thing.

The second item is the travel document folder. In case, your documents are lost during the trip, they will spoil everything. You can actually lose your job if you lose important documents. During the trip, the leather zipper has the capability of storing documents efficiently. The list of these important documents include any visas and your passport. In addition, the folder can help in storing your business documents. Everything remains safe when the folder is zipped. In order to prevent it from getting lost, just keep it close to your friends.

Just use the noise-canceling headphone as another item. Whenever you are attending the business meeting, you need some soberness. Before attending the meeting, ensure you have rested properly. However, if you are seated close to chatty couples and crying babies, you can’t rest enough. Someone using the noise-canceling headphone will feel somehow comfortable. Some music that is relaxing can be switched on during this period. The music will allow someone to focus on the music hence avoid some distractions.

The last items someone can carry is the power bank. We are living in the hustle world. Therefore, someone who is connected will actually succeed. The smartphone is also seen as an extension. Of course, it has several capabilities that can support your work. However, it quickly draining power from the battery. During the travel period, you are very desperate with your phone. The reason you feel desperate is because the phone requires more time in order to charge fully. Someone using the power bank will benefit in this scenario. The power bank is actually placed in the pocket then the phone plugged. It continues charging as you proceed with the trip, hence you feel comfortable.


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Greek Marinated Chicken

  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ Tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 medium lemon
  • ½ tsp salt
  • freshly cracked pepper
  • ¼ bunch fresh parsley
  • 3½ to 4 lbs chicken pieces
  1. To make the marinade, combine the yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and some freshly cracked pepper in a bowl. Use a fine holed cheese grater or a zester to scrape the thin layer of yellow zest from the lemon skin into the bowl. Also add the juice from half of the lemon (about 1-2 Tbsp). Stir until the ingredients are well combined. Roughly chop a big handful, or about ¼ bunch, of parsley and stir it into the marinade.
  2. Add the chicken pieces and marinade to a gallon sized zip top bag. Remove as much air as possible, close the bag tightly, and massage the bag to mix the contents and make sure the chicken is well coated. Refrigerate the bag for 30 minutes.
  3. After marinating for 30 minutes, either cook the chicken on a grill OR preheat the oven to 375 degrees in preparation to bake the chicken.
  4. To bake the chicken, place the chicken pieces in a large casserole dish (9x13). Bake the chicken in the preheated 375 degree oven for 45-60 minutes, or until golden brown on top.

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 A mental health and wellbeing online platform for young people has been extended for all young people across Kent.

As part of the Headstart Kent Programme, the Kooth digital mental health support service has already given one in five young people, aged 10 to16, easy access to an online community of peers and a team of experienced counsellors.

The service is free and can be accessed at www.kooth.com. It’s a place to get advice, information and support 24/7. You can chat to a friendly qualified counsellor Monday to Friday between 12pm and 10pm and Saturday and Sunday between 6pm and 10pm.

The service is funded by Headstart Kent on behalf of the National Lottery Community Fund, NHS Kent and Medway Clinical Commissioning Group and Kent County Council’s Public Health Grant.

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