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One of the most important things on the Internet (for both hosts and visitors) is the use of thumbnails to attract attention. Think of what you decide to click on through the day, and most likely links with thumbnails are near the top. This applies to articles on a website generally, but also to architects and how they present themselves on sites like Architizer and Archinect, where firm logos are prominent. (A few years ago <a href="http://archidose.blogspot.com/2010/05/firm-faces-13.html">I looked at how some firms used these thumbnails to show their own faces</a>, but for the most part logos prevail.)<br /><br />So what are some of the trends in how architects brand themselves through logos? Browsing through <a href="http://archinect.com/firms" target="_blank">Archinect</a> and <a href="http://www.architizer.com/en_us/firms/" target="_blank">Architizer</a> I found some consistencies that are presented below, though this is hardly an exhaustive list. Logos often work in concert with firm names (What acronym is formed by the name? How does the logo express what the architects and firm are about?), but the below groupings focus solely on their appearance. Given that many people will decide within one second if they'll click forward (a guess, but probably a good one), it certainly makes sense to consider a logo as a thumbnail on a website, not just as something on the office's front door.<br /><br /><b>BIG Letters (Mainly Acronyms)</b>:<br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJZAuNBHqgvcP56N3vBacgMBUMSiaxVO1rLetY5LNqS381rDwqJd3R41W61dqUXujEEkhGdsuzdoZU7Cy00_tG-bdoatk1P_cdn0Y7wkDtokBh9vrpXskx_Kl8KKecCuJAN-4rk4zYAeU-/s1600/3zpeqnham0yvt7e0.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4bLISK3Z5KfGDOOhVo81jvFuS-bMDQks43tZ4vTpZh64i-y2Qqw3oKrskRl3aPYidZlYo0HDELz-z-lvj7-cB7P9pFZuWcEKuNYTCCWGQHvlkITnpOM9EG_PpLenuG5gRS0hrxaTN0UkZ/s1600/204f28c196c88a9d6bab049a25dec20b.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1m4u3cg-x09x_pTd4Onizh4KvvdmbqWLd-yvs940CdCHAChMCzjSNffNAJqzluf7uRY5nJgGoME7x4N5puK-aSsRKGHBpoHWx_oJYAQhyphenhyphenaYtR20ghrRZtEawhQmIDMJiVxT6FGm6aJO4N/s1600/d93c4a9b742d763a2b7fd0219b55225b.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn8xYLXui6LN9tc4UQaRjcHAGNNV3pge_Bl9z9u4HXLCwCq3-g0iXUNubDFxll1DQCcHuj7FJor0Wq8BVI1LnPtr-h017JhtevRSvLaVZ6paJX3x4r2SN6MY2paanGVHZPzy7Hw9LjHGms/s1600/eajaqm2ptlu36l2a.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5nhibfJLt2jDalMbgddgi-9X0RzDtBKoM7AZtXKAjFD-FuH1SsP0gHLUGYIXGJhCiREMkrHeidgO5tqmtoRdIeO3W0Cw76mbWW5uWhIkP_VIsawsrPmiOvEt6CX5GLI9x3nOB-Hsml5Eb/s1600/f45e8caba5dd3701fb876795e1bf28a1.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWR8SHU-nY2ithWc0qlmMuShSK8xtfOHpb-F_5sIPW6WSDOgL3v2-LrvCft9F3nbKGpqkHrX-F53WzURYSwyM9u6alBlpWMBjqY2dnuo2G64IjQtaoeaFmHguKaw70AHQdMAu6Gel8G_zf/s1600/v4xg8e3627zuo3er.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOIo9gHdDXI-TWvv1k5AFcbTT5Vp6kC0RfGWkcfsqqmHI0R80i0rg_mw15HU1QoQnXlfOj8k4-Z6Ox1FLFn44a2cvnU60TyCJZsY7VIfXRK3olSEz6JL_Fdo3oAYVaJPe0W3nkvCgy3L59/s1600/fc1600952ba4248401e17b4a682dcf3b.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwkUpkm7NM-QNaQuzNzYbsElEK96OQ-GisJL-ZArhr9wJaF6u4KNt1cYR7Xy00sO0P21F3MZLy_qI74plln6OtFOPnuRQWJ2gkuOdAVl09phH-imUA5p80okAPU0cSSV3YRBEtFIImRk7V/s1600/0374777bec4681a32e1b5f5323930ebf.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd9dhDBNi-DDtBN89yGs0LD4nq2L50cYOSWMrKlt3RAtQ3NwnDsss-zZaSxHUU25BnA5rYwdFfIoJlo5UE_OiecR7XkHEHyShxbKvKXEitBuWLNbeKOhXf5Rspu-Rz3LGpD5ByomnccLXQ/s1600/c94a1e906d4d474e02331ec4b77094aa.jpg" /><br /><br /><b>Acronyms that haven't caught on yet*</b>:<br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMz1lzRhJcgGJ_wNsHIExgNBKJssfDrtTnHYTtalRgP2an6lfuOgznN0Fq83-zAd3afhKXIGuJAQwmE35hH8p9nlsfshAP2t10rqkN2J_tfTkBQ28oQJc0zES0CU8HSQsuMStEx5b2Q1Hi/s1600/7da8d9447b8b6d50c00869b4eb7296a1.png" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIqlOkEp81G1SJf_tF5hY62B6Q2oshyMJnGU-f_khHStJOibIv4uZVJqqpcF7Lau6UqVoTSgmhvbyqI0g2nnxbzcDEkGcAEd4nmubNn3N0VbmcuqAkQul8WcmNYfTyBZdHjpJQp2NgIhll/s1600/9869327833bfb4b8a5cbdcb4bcbd10e8.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPKO2ttNIf-F4lIMeBbOuuVg2b4b43-zhI5-46tkVcEExfEPOssV6ZXaqAh21N0BHLtDgdMcd4eckTrZHuRF1hdJy8wDOlcrzku66RARIfKaDBPBIx3zyQJoj4u9YSHrRw8cd4JolfiyED/s1600/d8352a3aecf557635eed0c76f3b044e0.jpg" /><br />*L-R: Cannon Design, Coop Himmelb(l)au, Wiel Arets Architects<br /><br /><b>Skinny Letters</b>:<br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpqx5PjJYc8bUYcbMBVXiHcrRDenKw4l5xvLMFipBjttE0kJ_6w0Hw9U8Z6Z3ixC5qO4fVRTdX2iaE8fizmF01yGGTYhwriLrxtklaPTgvGtUzcDhvNle6FG52UubAXbwH93XZQx5WmKps/s1600/40ad21bf70d13e3ff72f1182a5319802.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxVa8roxeS1sWB6AVaip2F7ADUbMJeIihLkXgJQS4POuGe8DqOZLfBbWFbGE8G32H_1BuSUkBffCOZ6zZ4hG5heP_jVk8woWMVqaB5U1xT2bBx_uV40373thRE2NKBTKSjGesGksgE65G9/s1600/d0191ab6a1f3b0517ed5f4e24408306a.png" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv-vllO0VoPfZ5pJC_q7n1y16DqhSGUDo8axUvjv4EuoeMH0-GeExGDd3ZHRzVtZucDHMsgXQ4IPgXiXIQ3M8IVCB9q_dkH8ljGsPZyGSCDrAI3IhJgnjkAu2c0Anmj4DHw9OPSKneuJY3/s1600/7b050ecfd87404543ca6d75f4dbffb8d.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinH4pxafSJQUsMSjV0kF4efNNOhsvqAgJCMA5jG3ck-i7jje6BIjzEAqasPpA9AybjdDIF2RLD8c24FiYPxg8aMJO6RCnvPvWGPZbs5h1wq7NxJ9G67ZqL5dcuKMuxyx_mwkCPAiwACgUn/s1600/2ae133a9330a10fa2dc1ad155f293d8e.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg68nXNjbInLhO3ZEoKIvnuD_nnPbX1KOJ3FrPjEg1AgKRJe3XjCRbnPcRnI3EXOAX2VBpr4VUr05KRTImlsIkPB17fo49t3xTU-LcOJ9fyrKJoCkDJ2lhplsH4P6zL8PXAhZLZi1V6yyAV/s1600/2fa6a08e672adcbc8484af3eae61bb04.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXo67vADyEWNpwZ5sdOCMA_mBB7SuZGG0cjjTzDNz_byl9UV5e2DnsVVC4rt9H-seCpAgbp3Pnp0pMdZIAJ1BBkD4xWOOnqe72DDa7L8zbFRrpk8tkz-Y6hXU6op9mYKUvm9M5rEEzYlS9/s1600/0bbfd0d9924a783fb960fcdd56a0f3a6.jpg" /><br /><br /><b>Mix of Skinny and BIG Letters</b>:<br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzq3YYta-h8ycZ7QMEXpWNmRGc09FcvwEorsvDAMxUHeTp5JPEJN4pR1-Zl4NdF-zmA8L61_9CJIBgiM4noPpAMGLc5oE7bm14x2FLEHWwF3aE_0kHzboEGcW-MT4ow_gpFD2jYnhp5V0U/s1600/sswvxtkijrwva6eq.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjULpug-DUTnXQmVaTQuVk4AIZeV_VEJ1R6vAyhVmMKR28H24KzvGts5Svshx1ROaGyf51azYaa0p9WMOWMcRCFNOa061lRMXfMlcx0CEbIgtutRgs_XGQt5f2ruYo8CPPaAns0aa6edHVg/s1600/59573564025c68d8c86f3d0356787bf8.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUWSdzeLcGPUcyXf27hdrlWr1SElAq8yGJtRmY4I7F6QMslnWtcA6tVsfT3t1CuGlksLAiMx3RIAmA6c-BusAg0Cw2c4IW7Yeeawz4SogZnImob6SFoMhYcGGbQAT82kBQF-p1-29MMr_F/s1600/b6b6e1ec28289e229e763ce907d8814f.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaRA5Mt6E8QFyUs3oftarj0XBgKXp6LWS-MFBMff5ZB5WK_W_2tpUxSCPvU8Sns8anaz70RkfPAZvNh2aPBh3ESnL-AP5ViIJ053BTvd7_2qroBdGfnmlbg7-0s6vEYeape1Cde63dsnoC/s1600/fb6468dc9da995898d49c2432395707b.gif" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjgPzBQusvQWhljzK5pVaNfK-_L1umvrIhhHQZSEo9K7Isnljv9yKjLL86famZjEYk7voWRSGzXO-tdnMEbnByOkdU4cYHxgHLro8_E85UgpHFI2yrnPF8bC29aIPJqU4uv0ntrxGqF4yC/s1600/d8ef21909b894c0a23b3fb64991d28cb.png" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaU4-B-wkEhquzaaJjOGkxLMkWptT6zhIamKe8bApsUIPUaPXZ_Yjtb-OSjjB1wB7507xlKfK9k_GI088gU2cvqnPbjcy_RC6HL1XQ4SHnAYQdxYRntxfZ_9IKcGuSSxL4mqCIjenDcqxn/s1600/fa8b7924b64033454b9e89405755f5e2.jpg" /><br /><br /><b>One Letter (or Number)</b>:<br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs1TBnihOm9i5pMXlAKVOseWR7MEn8eB1d6QffUi7rovKxOe5KgDoBGNvvtf0A2I9vGuauAjMX1zPkKL58d-6SMoVQsPkto-uEgwKbYmiEiyvbLuscynkFrGHZLz5NQpkv13HNuAwiq2IL/s1600/evcxotuxork8ym1o.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwmpQv7lqm-YY598rabsqFfVaW8a-nTXUHy4m0DPrScCIWv37urqXYn8RFB0WLDIC1Da0cEwTDgbDtprrvfWap_566GgLClSbQNaBIa8lm0MfMN6BWtgJk8hksNb6UKaXD0Qr0CdZ1byEg/s1600/ne39ptyqns3s33m5.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIcONhHap9V9vahdF16a2Qo8t85sEneArqsWs3f66d0x20cxLksHwb8dLsRGzXwblbTz5Mgpunc6eFjbF9OlZ1YmHq9nSQi6kWdFgzP6q5pcUvKxj8i27hTy9rjr8zVH3GWI3Bq0DZlg9Z/s1600/2f7a87dd5a93dec5fe9a8165c12bd878.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEzeI67fB24SNM_YcIfOl2is-cnARjknIcjQE6JsquArPWEUeV2Pd0FyAKY1m7YqtdaOacs7DTZnxAMAEUJGEQsjEdJedVkgyN8FiMT9UXVPfFNUrVm2oC7mmqWuNh9hgX-UzATMkLHcGa/s1600/epbaufvgmck3c7xw.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP4DFYnFnvFghZ2orFqx4A5d1GhwD7Iay65uJ0s64r0ANap8sJu-iCgpVmqEZW12pQbPZ4DlpWaHHkJ5-0GXPaGOV7ton0EBjnAX5zv68qkxSqo5H0bHuDecWK98PBL08jN6mjPHfI3ept/s1600/17cd64f7f68a8f1ed67a3fabfd2084f0.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUPcCrIze0NBxzwhtYkKGHYZSnHjGRmwZIifKzoaIpLz4m3XCSepedVssMZYOtk8WdfEvUCLsJjtf-aDduj8h4lNQsgqBa-lunT9VLd0J2SWlt3zdb4W7rs8HgyKNjfhxHu0x-XB7ID7rR/s1600/fc8f8a3288c5e402e264a0a660d69191.jpg" /><br /><br /><b>Underscores</b>:<br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1tfbP1xBgxAPAc1nSpsRqSqe1btrgPFZqw8s9Gq7zLtNVur8AUJi0GD2y8m23YXTV4DnJiUOHSvZL6d3foXhyphenhyphenC7zDepZpsJqgbQmG6q1IVCvK3X8XXPsJGEgCCnu0Mal2Tt8qIWYE44Bz/s1600/45120b5f07b8317e3fa984fc6c32be96.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRppwme5xlQJqB3Kf-XqCJu7Gho-0BeJ3fbe0oyxx3dd2Yty_LrXacnFs2e4IlKdG7EmStatMIGy2wjTNHzGZKBIl4_Kj8z6uNQyH1iXgJIWogCcd07QPNzAYVGge-FgAwKtw-gf_lRy_p/s1600/b1b5c42d3db6b06ff6018e4e9a08fd56.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRhU8HpaVnbpOK2byl40gYENGMrrZwjCrxyk2WIoaAVdaUXcE5wbKQ91UhYVa4Hho5XVYffp0hGPznXne2ZtkIuHPBXsRAXSIBRpd3ivwhu7R17Kbxq0Qzolqh5Pi_wFpnj3jvGHEJ8vXf/s1600/5254fdd00c787db2ceb47575ec59ed49.jpg" /><br /><br /><b>Plus Signs</b>:<br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUaCMuwqeVqD9UtWwehN-3KBherX43f7jUOGrg99P-gfPHB5HJGWDr7LPe1CxqCTFKlunxDRanaYSZlRrwcLS5DBOKNAohGeZ4Q-N4y6oabyxk-NVkLTleycKCkkePpM9rEjpOmqLYYyTe/s1600/1d9ea66eba996a98a8acfac5322ffe09.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6BrvMIezcT5xIyMQhr7_ZqgXMTGMPj09TFJ-9AGut98UH_FLE4b0eP742blqEFlocxM8uiq8Oc_CO_YS6cWV4n6OYEpje2dqfpS4hwKZDWc_4n9Uc358G_k97-TrsoepEf3bwBJhkQ2lP/s1600/70f867ea61a970de54c38ede5aac7c02.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPFmBfrIKxbJoCadWToQxEj11rbMZetbi8W2Uwb33PMwUSTBK2rhR671bOvpODSeWBtofjAWL7ZkBxgGYh5M_9KAgmk5Wo7dfzVH_S6caXildNWaEaQb0Wqc0h2stmv1MZIZWWntOHbHXo/s1600/37ecad74eb12a9e0e039a3b562b88cf9.png" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_o51biVMgU_pt5D6Mx6MDsAfz-TvnDfYggxvv1icf2bQeRJmsL_N0_40d8xmTHOWDxtJGN5AqC9V-kN6ebSjIOQAswNDeKDD-_vICj6RkQ0OgLBvOmPV5dk44sDZCpxkT2VIviQYzeTQw/s1600/u41vc6gpuvrajn0r.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqUaYSavC75h2XoMbT3rloYSy-gXcR-cfCylad38HdbKS09OCGxKsDqJbH5whK97KAs200YKz2ti3SNmOhIo_iKlbyOeEQjbPbEPHTd28O1yluDh7IchPepBjZqtrzk9j-VfLCD5akMWmv/s1600/gth1t9x90nkm9pwn.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh83bYshuBzDjb9ShzIHdHan6HAn0TX2CrfpNdc06gjMWEunhalUg6IxXMjWaC7ECPxPeihogky4Clkb3RURzZDybrwQFSRb3R0TAnsKtsBU_xnOyy6wsm53OweAbgPbLMbgn8fdMH7ragJ/s1600/5a57fd610dc00ceaeecde6c14c7344f0.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit7rBVzQDkVElMY8boRIU6I-9u6SCaJV2Bh2sYqrcceQW-4OSlfhcn5bSO0kRj9Fwr52tL2SCuv9a9dBx9P_LKTxSm5UWSZSLgpiI8wxQXwHjAAglIkrC_lx-K5sECVa7fobxiX6yHGMFg/s1600/1571626c9c6e5a7facec62f1913fae36.png" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8Hv3BIaLerwiohUhhxQitCUPM1cj5aA3THw_AnGZAA4PrWanDNy-CctpShOZ2G9LGwfUrQaSD21pkumZQ0sWvb2tmFt_3j7DSJ64Fc19VuYpaPn8mxmHPFt_M7HqsHq4s9OjahKrGm7g0/s1600/f84f7cefdab205be4cc6b3292035b71d.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRnFwWB7r2uGHI2y19PINRqayjqIIoMYDkgQHE3lZEB3V_ahnTh0v9LorMOsvUUUv4DBfhIdsdiwr8kcgQjDLPhhXCd1cuR7V2Cb41y6yqmTGNCcrC3j8mFf9wQMZmBrivxr03JXtSBkBZ/s1600/fknynzyic3cn2g4m.jpg" /><br /><br /><b>Vertical Bar</b>:<br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtLbcdtG8U8J9Sc_gnIjJCjgSaJQiBejVcpml79V0lhhi4IZRwGellhb97295FMiwy1t_gq9W3l2nz2HNaKnBAf3tCOmHy1u2qvR17ZvhcWBSCmI64UGap6q9vcYZN-w5GS-uJ9GftaSUZ/s1600/8c1373f4f4791991588fd327639fdb2d.gif" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYaIbYxt2b9_pBPsFo2X9bu_x73eV4J2Z5Ub7JQEonEZAbNLG8Xi4C9l4ZlTNVSEDPpUafHU-3JPV7Ko6lyAwoibhvuDiTwGwxgRXvV9uYP-rtHnhn0EZp9NRiBcOFyhXOswyThNw8TYbv/s1600/trwkrr2ipod3ihet.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfU0ptZ6_i29aObjQGazf68M2-dB-HDHVuNT_GOgorRHVOyYnxkkZfMAzGh2MJHLJ3aB3bA1Tez3-M-7nWPSilfdj06DyHfoL-XcS4hitKzUK3WOTbLbXBs39by0lFhOFFWODAvieDrKtm/s1600/ca0ce4f0212314534de3a0b6755410ca.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPZ-mHprsbwPGdJXLQWTk00dIxRbR4SSlKi3UtvNt9-21310RK6N7ah29Wn4-IX0waKrz6arhcc-VPWbBbCaP2tJKpnuFq1lEagsf8s3CFqgIGLAuXbTzP96hVvt6iTQSBbr3q3phZ5_Vs/s1600/a06cb58a3a96d331f7e9195d832db7bd.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzjuxP8bqjZ7BJuTsaS22TJadTuPxWOfolgFSqLg0gtQl-n0gLjoHHmrifNwcay8g50xfsf144h6RUqWmpkJ3easCewthugxCFRz8iqCjBgLho5I0YoKZaGIsdYldkUWktCOwN0hqYNvQG/s1600/d0c1d38ff3539c2ba2b9eb5611a7556f.gif" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHC9ZpPaG7lewBkNX5ICz9RkPABdlHHZQkB9cvOrqLk2a1WTQQVpu9GAumc41FJ50yINsiyrmNq0qBT-srwuG-tpMswKE-te5J7qKGUQawhaaFQVvrnMem-MiB9oUb4lG4se010P3Shlfx/s1600/3vo1tn6bx2zxt3f5.jpg" /><br /><br /><b>Forward Slash</b>:<br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLGYc9vsMSStLMi02-KyVzx05ndDxddQo3ygq9mFhvhD1nXErnn-3LgXyB16y1xCwyaSQ703xWkzt3SeXllwl7XQ2Q9qTPkfiUrY9mmpS6ImEgt11zyF3-awWp8tLQMv3zA79ucBrZfvs0/s1600/251ecbf706c9623657484d0ee351932a.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy7PgsYWtsn2cC0-6BbHV8zaeVvsSWg51gGuhNNOjiGizqILZ0G_2gBLsEQjFfx_cnVREO2SA9jQ03wmp01OZlN_3A3tl30JwCgmG_CHutYFop2J4aVsIOoBnw4shfbiJBfY-EeG7p2Ndx/s1600/759eaa3hry78k11t.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4v8EGrfitvf4yiMo109gbi2ld9cUZ7oFsYt_ATZFg_dGKRyaBSFE_1tUPHp99r6r5UsXvxIBZBPDSN0LQrUjcM-fryjBbuEbT4hfDGpTyknUIrvD0YvG_OxrMdL7nm47otG7dhdjzSDTM/s1600/s2k8wopjmyuto118.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjGOKL7AX7mH5k3M5k8ZKl3rgMrdjdnH_C_cM85v_TRQrLRBzkq1ShT2XEBC7HHnzcYFgeuNEnvyR7JuUMV0gSoYHziluzdTe6nrXrONpXc0P3hGSi-2icz-ECp9X9yMucmRwFso5nf9_d/s1600/83939f48f1c457b054af16ce255f1191.gif" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfsfWo8sgCIWunF2gruMcFWEicROMKwOPW5ekGqPSFFau1_CIn6A5TJcng_6ULLKiODEz3U8wxfWtkMnx06s26rLArozAMoPhmgRZaW3C5O4EOrJh3k01HpSm31bxEfnronpJa5hjisRST/s1600/5862e2a7a9b2126acea715d24e7823e5.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLWfwCCwvxclQ4M4a6lz96jrm9JIW-lX0ZwaP4miC6LUt04YQaWuEMiGoIvJ0V29j6RvpwpPJ9tEP4di8Ao79OaPxahDnEtygTFmZOIVLGhDhHXUbxXl_LPnJtZSGxOhSboEuCG4qgjz0f/s1600/5eaca96d6894fa84b444af6ac444a88c.jpg" /><br /><br /><b>Brackets</b>:<br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCfHFTs66KwTchrirfkfh1JbCMhEkQAKwntxYn4njCrJnK5_v-AFJ5GpdrQbVihrnJXxKN4-ez5JxVAVAbVpxxchcWTqftthPdUvNEXqyn2gIA_I4TxdZBPxooU7l4aryHyHyEYuAZwLGk/s1600/a707cb0b5a1fb68861280112d0d06470.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPFiPqX4DP8VkefZu7IskzvVTedyVK1Jyrgwpn2yEj45DbSnZxovvMwJ3jkf4D5rsIqNEDaQez9P-c0w0jnKJPXoytYiyJ8-brTsFNzZtrTEkuXqyZgKd-xWpEyeT5o26vm-UZBN579jkN/s1600/25150b769e85d5eaf2ebf3a37cd4ac60.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8EQTYKsk1thZKCqeMUbsBqvEzcUa5siBs1FqfmnjUJM0-J1AxwzzWdCdrrk7SgfCP9S_wU_lwjK774w41owZBp2L3AWewpTn4VzD-oapG3wwEdScQwb-yzPCmj6h4F8ZsFvdi2tevZ09h/s1600/7056bb2a3929d3933c3159ec201386bb.jpg" /><br /><br /><b>Squared (or Cubed, or More)</b>:<br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDqaem2qw34elF_m-7hgR08mJsTIwLMx4xvyktKYF7AKWM4TixYGOu4gWrHlTWj-BRPNxCLg1v1_Xn2Pt2ytYCTnj6N3zLmWM7wgjqqXidf1MwjthP6t2k9Kx_IbvWXijYZO5bONU2_4nF/s1600/1ebf758e064c1085f4aff5a259654ad3.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm6pbP4nTbXkPdB1CNIbcnulUEx76HK1Dh7Q7teVfpNwFIKpdsG87dUPiZkC3fm8KJME0qs313d4yT_NOVH1-EcNb_GN6qIgEqAhKeeeoX-Ibmd2erfIczPTGTXR4UDDFRvvXtq6e8QGVn/s1600/db4796522d188873e129b2ca687ff792.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAZG6wV7Qtoib-bvVc_EKZFePrM3T_WKqKhNQiXQX2Nbt-ZZSj0WTKAx6X_oO-qwt8Xz7OELDX6tG7lrKUMxUtpSgVXrmR2OfN5JlVUpINKxZncbUigH3sogPSQWaFJCNh_R6DJLosiuLY/s1600/88e37a6dee0dd67efa360a74ec6775c8.png" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMIsw9Ray6JFuFUd51KSGeqYPKqj-Adr49kjiWNyT0hUBNrCHdZQIwsYc-XStHYknktidzPliZft2s3pYOqY41-HzH5klUGdkUqyQ2-sxfnVXbNhdXGhrPIRS3RD8r1hhAiETzMwEc13dL/s1600/e6f367b881e0abb74ee27ecfdced4bd0.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKXmsRkATmjrbqSGmRMCwBfa4MOhtnMTH5kJSC9qJiwjM0tquOw7VrLlaixIcEMFGCuV6rNDleZvYg6UbPSW7z1Bxgyacdk_DTrBlSE7kgmFuGhiPCw0ERWzVvx_GeMCofy3WAx5TAT_qH/s1600/1050d3d74016af2fdc3551daea535358.png" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXnIVxL5jUoHqus3bVBllOc20vN6HqEsYD7Iw-seSOT7vdv2r3ltKwypDwWiZQzhORjz1akH6bhbk2Y8hf63iUR_0YH6ZkzodqBur4wBOtMZeTZ7yO1eVnJ8kn63V3-Fb5RfyQgYRUuQGs/s1600/cb7ba3e06c849c8891f82ace99ef5a28.png" /><br /><br /><b>Circles (aka the Architect Stamp)</b>:<br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9QgtAvc-uSlXivK1AI4kB1j6lx_PxHDh0_OaEMA4YPC8BCa8V9xLfKyI7L0g2s7fmr76JEFFmjPHNLrAx5SBtwAyteDKqmXADas9K4c4t3kkqAtzHQP_mZi-WdfFE0UHAcjiMibqQ2lca/s1600/4ba913df6f03a901960219b42c2fd3f0.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3niwMVTgNB_U9i4ztdpJToeFiJ1ECZLojmS6APB3DwptJLleo0KWgi0l01-gd4A0Z1kMR47FHVJ48MfARutX3GHiD8AlsL7poc_ysechjAsTcpz1rqHuAEaZRT1o93EMip6o7yVow4FdC/s1600/7j7aqwzp9uh4bhxt.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxwUZLdt-iX2EXEYLpce17PXpuM8ija0gsBM_q18lIPMR3feANLOIHNtymPFppmNHieKboTAMnaKLSWYv208-AS43FY1eakZV0rstorFxIxBcCfEJ4MgJs6B4f9s8LorkivDE8QVM6OvzF/s1600/7x0y77j8ixwwbcaj.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXric9Z-gb12WSZfj65ifLYS7RvH0qC8B_xjik8EspCtKWkbytjQgdHPoYUP5rOR25fU9z7qVemE5Wp2Y6hFm4adMjzaRPDliclUlJrYxYKSh7i2PTQgQ1pC4jIZzKLPk0PVn-229PxkCi/s1600/29c4e0912a5a1a9425f1b9c88cb53d90.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKT4RbMf6Jwme-iVCl9fBW4kVT-QzBSm9SP9rqIWQ0egyrrgSHE5Zm1Oo4DaBI9zqoAZD07YWoMoygFYiJFGnMK6ZAGGwee7aOreDefkLzzMALNDkraV0raKio0k_XYjXYgkKtvnzhoBFW/s1600/b7b9b34fff10dea76983c264d437f963.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj832r3icr8byr5MmBe1gjukKjdjY7ncR09E7CUKz35agy6RrOXrYLg8q1H_kAW5BnC5yyGPaKvWSuVUEcTeNFqkuY3pANirO_kSQFzhVT-R7v0SOtk4smY3VpeSdOq0RMcMNzAvoEy1cLX/s1600/a74b6810309106273b6c97e0e5dd28d2.jpg" /><br /><br /><b>External References</b>:<br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY1-dqGs-707YbjHc5mAMSpkdOactixe9v4wGb6mNdrNbDOHyoJZyYvPUsjld80Uu5xkJFd71BMVFfLCcfGyYJtN8Rtr90PBd6q9EF9OBfAdspqhObBDAIHyDqJaXhRgHT3n_MULlclp2u/s1600/393b38983a8dcbb7b34c5bffeb8908f3.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiYeTdccwI3nEtTjKA38auqA-Iutkceh1sa8FMlBzGKl0ts0MEH_V5t-KfVOwo2cGPA4I-kkAAJFy7wJBByVPQeUdtJAma1__m5cXkOIg9Uci2ElWD1rYQFy56NrW02RHv2iIhMXcKRoIa/s1600/3cb580d355a2a569f064e68a263b3720.png" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP7G0khULxo-3T_8pSAf8TbJjZwMGL8Qx0cB9MavWpQBRvBki8XgttwFtQ29OjqVYhjBdyZI6KKb4vso9CrmpD30hyphenhyphenumnVLQeyuiq_C9SmsQ1m_JiTaCDgq_jK3RQMo3s-wN7UZJ4Qlynq/s1600/448c4cfb7ad46486ffcb8bc5b4e75a3d.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_B-d4txVLuTpcT7O0_j85o4XBUVaLLlYzTS0IHLDraBx4OolO9XBVzU_a2wgS0X5Aic4BkdfRUVzy_OOvWXoxjIOA6SEZPztF-EDmk3xeK5Nu0EXxOuLjQhiIvvkRhTqNzNPvJFNDOrLx/s1600/ac12ddb6c23d201874a5239420d3b83a.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiev7vcMUCyo6YhcN149HEuXscHybxyLHj9ERC_Z56CiGeeOnlmiYR89z4tWcMbubmbBHvuWXPYE1bDS-ZRukLj15mP5JkMvys-JJ-lbhwru1eju8gDWu5OjLC6tIgKF4U_pbETxzeTLJPb/s1600/lhzrlam2l9v8fsda.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6O43oA2_zjRtxqRk4BXoP-mJAe2FdJ3aTv-BKro6g_x7C-rDrN2agKeMzRQQiDttgVIoAsZxVQOjcyZ85pblXUdsy8-n6OLccHVIfRkY6g7aMrOpiGFf4IVNtfMVlBCUeOPlWwPz_qHof/s1600/20b9f67ace8d0b8168f14ac75e6589bf.png" /><br /><br /><b>What the Heck?</b>:<br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqERy4Mvq0TRXAW1tyX9nSJpSYsmqUF1NghJLay-l-AxYOpKUemogtEjedT0-vQQUrBSZxP7p0bNlc4SIKMiKRwLU5GpANnt-3g-8dVl7hyceGAsOeG1zDZ9rlvlcLplWzvI4VyNblXPvj/s1600/1pd2swjix4yr203h.jpg" /> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho9KwoIGGeU519d2ilRXJjbd8qhv83jIAJ8ftgy2E3lf0IPFc2vVO6ieoVSwx41VSCpZ4nyGQ1jFzyJW-mRNppu0nyeSMnlMBHjmrY2Vn_4Z_OWgioCv5az5iwLAXy0x3yCTKnBEmqnWQQ/s1600/bh8yxmizpp7w2mgf.jpg" /> <img border="0" 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Rhythmic Gymnast Shin Soo-ji is Making YouTube Waves

<div class="MsoNormal">I had mentioned in a post <a href="http://www.whatisgoingoninmymind.blogspot.com/2013/07/firework-mishap-shin-soo-ji-desolation.html">on my other blog</a> that rhythmic gymnasts don’t really get a fair shake along the grand scale of the athletic landscape, and while the ceremonial first pitch delivered by South Korea’s Shin Soo-ji is fascinating in its own right, it is causing a bit of a YouTube sensation.  I know what you’re thinking, it’s just a pitch in a South Korean baseball game, but it is more the display of talent (and flexibility) that are really catching in the video.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">According to NESN, Shin Soo-ji tossed the ball <a href="http://nesn.com/2013/07/rhythmic-gymnast-shin-soo-ji-shows-off-flexibility-with-incredible-windup-on-first-pitch-video/">before a game</a>between the Doosan Bears and Samsung Lions in Seoul.  Granted, the pitch was not a strike, but just like a great comedy it’s the delivery that really matters.  This girl gets high marks for poise, flair, flexibility, and confidence, because just getting the ball to the catcher is a big deal in my book.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><br /><div class="MsoNormal">The viral video has since climbed over two million views.  I hope Shin Soo-ji is ready for a little more attention from her nation and the world after this. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/RVeo6QMcbW4" width="560"></iframe>

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24 Day Challenge Diet That Help Burn Fat More Effectively

<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>By Lana Bray</div><br /><br /> <div class='uawarticle'>Foods that burn excess calories are precisely what you need to reduce extra body fat. Probably the most harmful thing an individual may do is starve him or herself in order to reduce weight. The body switches into a defense mode and slows metabolic process so one eventually ends up feeling depleted. Starving yourself does not reduce weight but it can make you sick. Try 24 day challenge diet and maybe you'll chop a few pounds.<br /> <br /> Apples are filled with pectin that is bound to water also it fully controls just how much a cell soaks up body fat. They're filled with vitamins, anti-oxidants, and they've high fiber so the definitely boost digestion process. And they're proven to prevent stroke, high blood pressure and diabetic issues. So if you want a snack, grab an apple not really a bun as the saying goes a apple each day keeps the physician away.<br /> <br /> Research has proven that green tea boosts your own body's metabolism and increases the burning of fat laden calories that are found in various foods. It's also provides lots of anti-oxidants that deal with the problem of free body fat molecules thus enhancing the general health of the cells. Apart from eliminating your thirst it also helps burning calories and therefore you do not need other drinks.<br /> <br /> You can also try Omega-3 fatty acids. A daily dose by either supplements or natural sources such as salmon, omega-3 can help one with weight loss when combined with exercise. Researchers say that it can increase oxidation of fat but it needs to be combined with exercise for you to realize the full benefits.<br /> <br /> Pomegranate extract is a delectable and juicy fruit that has been proven to help out overweight people burn fat safely and effectively. Aside from that, it reduces swelling in your body and thus protects you cardiac arrest and many forms of cancer. The standard consumption of this fruit has been shown to aid in preventing weight problems and diabetes.<br /> <br /> Wholegrain meals are better known for their high fiber content. Seed products have many health benefits and make bread sweet. Bread made of wholegrain is great for sandwiches and snack foods. It is a good source of carbohydrates gives energy to the body all day long. It is crucial to notice that brown bread isn't always wholegrain as some contain brown coloring.<br /> <br /> Yogurt is a very tasty snack, high in protein levels and most ideal for a hearty breakfast. It can also be used for dessert and dessert dressings. Low fat yogurt can be used for your daily dose of dairy products. Apart from that you can try Lean chicken. The skin of the chicken contains a lot of fat that is why the inside part is considered most healthy. Chicken can be made into a variety of wonderfully delicious meals both for lunch and for dinner.<br /> <br /> Many people don't believe that there exists food that can help to reduce weight however, research has proven many foods, if consumed properly can help one deal with weight however it ought to be noted that differing people react in a different way to specific foods. But in order to reduce weight, you have to follow a very strict exercise routine. You seek advice from physician in regards to the best <A href="http://www.advocare.com">24 day challenge diet</A> or perhaps check online.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawresource'><br /> <div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br /> About the Author:<br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawlinks'>You can visit the website <a href="http://www.advocare.com">www.advocare.com</a> for more helpful information about 24 Day Challenge Diet That Really Helps Burn Body Fat Better </div><br /> </div><br />

24 Day Challenge Diet That Help Burn Fat More Effectively

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Why You Cannot Lose Weight On A Quick Fix Diet Plan

<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>By Howe Russ</div><br /><br /> <div class='uawarticle'>Have you ever felt like you can't lose weight on a low calorie diet no matter how much exercise you do in the gym? If so, you are certainly not alone in that situation. In fact, around 80 percent of gym members have hit this point at some stage in the past and don't know how to get around it.<br /> <br /> Before you go any further with your diet or exercise routine, eliminating what is not currently working is your priority. <br /> <br /> There is a major issue with all individuals who reach this sticking point. They share two things in common:<br /> <br /> 1. They don't eat enough calories.<br /> <br /> 2. They usually perform hour after hour of aerobic activity.<br /> <br /> Should you recognize any of the above conditions in your current predicament you need to change tactics. Overdoing the cv exercise and eating too little food is a sure-fire way to blast your body into a plateau.<br /> <br /> If you have ever tried restricting calories and cutting out your most enjoyable foods for a week you will already know the problems this approach yields - yet it remains a commonly made dieting mistake. By restricting your favorite snacks your diet becomes the enemy, which is never good for long-term progress, and by restricting calories you run the very real danger of pushing your body straight into starvation mode, which is renowned for elevated fat storage.<br /> <br /> In an attempt to curb your insanely low calorie diet from starving it to death, the body begins to adapt to this low food intake by storing as much as it can and holding on to what it has got. This is why you'll often see girls who spend hours in the gym and live on salads, yet seemingly cannot lose any fat.<br /> <br /> It is also quite common to see people coupling this poor strategy with overly long aerobic exercise. This type of exercise, when performed in excess, has been shown to break down lean muscle tissue and is a toxic ingredient in a weight loss plan.<br /> <br /> Instead of falling victim to the same old mistakes, you can do two things. Firstly, structure your calorific intake to be roughly your goal body weight (in pounds) multiplied by twelve. This ensures enough quality calories per day are entering your system and, believe it or not, you will find it far easier to lose fat despite eating more food than you may right now.<br /> <br /> It would also be worth taking a week to familiarize yourself with high intensity interval training, or HIIT for short, which has been scientifically accepted as a superior method for blasting adipose tissue. It also provides you with shorter, more enjoyable workout sessions.<br /> <br /> If you dream of owning a lean, defined physique typical of the type of body you would see on the cover of a fitness magazine or beauty magazine, you need to get your training and your diet in check first. If you can't lose weight on a low calorie diet the trick is to stop doing the things which are already not working for you. Change your approach, eat more food and exercise for less overall time but at a higher intensity level. This will fire up your body's metabolism and improve your fitness massively.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawresource'><br /> <div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br /> About the Author:<br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawlinks'>Today's coach: Top <a href="http://www.russhowepti.com">online personal trainer</a> Russ Howe PTI shows effective weight loss tips on his blog for free. If you feel like you <a href="http://russhowepti.com/eating-low-calories-but-cant-lose-weight-this-is-why/">can't lose weight on a low calorie diet</a> he will show you how to correct this issue.</div><br /> </div><br />

Why You Cannot Lose Weight On A Quick Fix Diet Plan

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The Reason Therapy Holds The Key For Depression Sufferers

<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>By Vanessa Summer</div><br /><br /> <div class='uawarticle'>People who experience depression often have their own distinctive ways to explain what it is like. You may possibly be able to relate to that because everyone feels depressed about something at one time or another. But aside from people who are not clinically recognized with depression, this article is about people who frequently suffer from the condition. Clinically depressed people tend not to experience joy in their existence, and that is maybe a theme that is sensed across the board. Every single day is like that, and there seems to be no conclusion to those days. I think most people understand how hard it is to lessen the consequences of depression. But naturally there is hope, and that is one idea you should never lose sight of because depression can be dealt with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> But quite a few people have encountered amounts of success with different therapies. At this point, it is safe to say that depression is not something that can be cured, but rather it is approached from the standpoint of controlling it from day to day. You can understand how to increase your consciousness and recognize the signs that a depressive state is approaching. That is certainly one of the big keys to successful problem management abilities for depression. The best source of tools for that is by way of professional assistance.<br /> <br /> Over the many decades, many people looked for relief and treatment with various forms of medication. Not remarkably, perhaps, there are some who have applied the medical prescription approach only to discover it is really not working well for them. I know a person who was taking prescription medication for many years, and just not too long ago started working to stop taking it. There are alternatives available that do not rely on the need for taking drugs every day. That involves, as stated elsewhere, the technique of being more aware of an approaching bout of depression; and then putting techniques into place to conquer it.<br /> <br /> It is common for those with prolonged depression to have reluctance to therapeutic treatment - seeing a therapist. As you may picture, there are many forces and motives adding to to that feelling. Therefore it is impossible to properly discuss this particular element of depression treatment. A percentage of depression patients feel their situation prevails for a good and valid reason. The thought processes are such that they feel acceptable of their condition in some way and for some explanation. Needless to say there may be valid reasons for this situation, but in no way does anyone deserve to suffer from depression. Obviously that is a small peek into the mind of a depressed person, and that is also what makes this condition so difficult to treat.<br /> <br /> There is no one-size fits all approach with working through depression. At the very minimum, ideally each person can work toward the ability to cope with, and restrain, daily symptoms. That is the reason why paying a visit to your doctor to begin the process is so important. That is a critically important first step. Formulate a sensible and achievable approach and goal, then do all you can to take optimistic action each day.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawresource'><br /> <div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br /> About the Author:<br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawlinks'>Visit website: <a href="http://www.naturalcholesterolsupplements.com">http://www.naturalcholesterolsupplements.com</a>.</div><br /> </div><br />

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A Guide On How To Obtain Thinner Thighs

<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>By Mike Kincaid</div><br /><br /> <div class='uawarticle'>In the battle to get thinner thighs, dieting doesn't even begin to help. The truth is that one has to exercise the leg muscles in order to burn fat that has accumulated around them. However, there is a risk that using the wrong type of exercises can cause these muscles to gain bulk, effectively making the upper legs larger. One must choose the proper type of workout and balance between resistance and repetitions in order win the battle.<br /> <br /> In general, it is best to avoid resistance training of any kind that targets the thigh muscles. This means staying off the stair steppers and keeping resistance set to a minimum on ellipticals and treadmills. If one is walking in natural terrain, it is best to avoid paths that include a lot of uphill travel. The best workouts for thigh slimming involve only the body's own weight and many repetitions.<br /> <br /> Walking is an excellent choice for the main exercise targeting the goal of thinning the thighs. It is a smooth, flowing movement that targets each of the main muscle groups in this part of the body in a sequential fashion. In addition, walking can help to strengthen the body core of abs and lower back muscles.<br /> <br /> Those who are already in pretty good physical condition might wish to try running instead of walking in order to achieve a higher level of cardio exercise. This method works well as long as one works toward increasing distance rather than running faster. Sprinting works the same muscle groups, but tends to focus on building strength for short bursts while distance running is a program that focuses on repetitions.<br /> <br /> To see the difference how one runs can make, all that is needed is an image of a sprinter to view side by side with one of a marathon runner. The sprinter will have thick, muscular thighs while the marathon runner will have longer, more graceful lines.<br /> <br /> Dance is another excellent workout for the thigh muscles. There are several movements that one can learn that have been specifically designed to tone specific upper leg muscles. These moves are meant to promote long graceful thighs rather than bulky muscular ones. Traditional ballet instructors can provide instruction on how these moves should be performed and how many repetitions should be done to achieve peak results.<br /> <br /> No matter what form of exercise program one undertakes to improve the appearance of the thighs, stretching and cooling down immediately after the workout is a must. There are several different yoga poses one can adopt as well as more dance movements and poses that promote a good stretch in the upper leg area. Stretching the muscles out and cooling them down properly will help avoid cramps and keep the muscle fibers long and supple. This will help to reduce the appearance of bulking up that can develop as the muscles become stronger.<br /> <br /> Whether one is trying lose weight or simply tone up, diet is important. However, when working to get thinner thighs, diet doesn't play much of a role at all. The function of diet is to ensure proper nutrients are available to the muscles and to aid in burning fat overall. Choosing the correct type of exercise program to target the specific muscle groups that affect the appearance of the thighs without causing them to add bulk is the key to meeting this goal.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawresource'><br /> <div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br /> About the Author:<br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawlinks'>Learn more about how to <a href='http://www.empowernetwork.com/mikekincaid/blog/get-thinner-thighs-real-weight-loss-real-easy/'>get thinner thighs</a>. Stop by Mike Kincaid's site where you can find out all about how to <a href='http://www.empowernetwork.com/mikekincaid/blog/lose-it-for-life-the-ultimate-weightloss-plan/'>lose weight effortlessly</a> and what his free e-book can do for you.</div><br /> </div><br />

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Which Supplements Work Well With Whey Protein To Build Muscle?

<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>By Howe Russ</div><br /><br /> <div class='uawarticle'>If you are trying to decide which supplements to take you will notice that most of the consumers in the health and fitness industry are confused and lost. For some, trying to figure out how to build muscle may as well be rockets science.<br /> <br /> While it is easy to start by grabbing a whey protein shake, the water becomes a little bit more murky when people try to progress on to adding additional products to work alongside it. Hype is king in the fitness industry and very few people take the time to learn what to look for in a product.<br /> <br /> Today you are going to discover which products work well alongside whey in a good muscle building diet. <br /> <br /> The fitness industry is dominated by hype, like most other areas of consumer driven business. This hype tends to cause mass confusion, with many people trying new products on a monthly basis and not seeing any results. The items on today's list are time-tested, science driven and form the backbone of any serious workout program.<br /> <br /> 1. Creatine.<br /> <br /> 2. Glutamine to aid recovery.<br /> <br /> 3. BCAA's.<br /> <br /> Creatine is incredibly popular and widely available. Yet despite it's mainstream reputation, few people know what it is actually doing for their body. If you want to build your strength and size this product is particularly useful because it allows you to perform high intensity activities for slightly longer.<br /> <br /> Sprinters were the first athletes to use this product and if you think about it, it's quite easy to see why this is the case. If you were able to run faster for slightly longer period there is a good chance you will be able to achieve a new personal best time in a big race. Now put this into a gym context. What would be the possibilities if you were able to perform an explosive moving, such as lifting a weight on a bench press, for slightly longer?<br /> <br /> However, with so many different blends and formulas of creatine out today it can be just as confusing choosing one as it can be to learn about the effects of the substance in the first place. This may shock you a little bit in a world where new is considered better, but the formula which has by far the most research behind it is the cheapest and oldest form. We are talking about Creatine Monohydrate. <br /> <br /> As any experienced trainer will tell you, the importance of the recovery period following your gym session cannot be overplayed. In fact, this is absolutely key to your long-term results and if you fail to take advantage of the post-workout period you will be seriously short-changing yourself. The best way to increase results during this important period, as far as supplements go, is a substance such as glutamine.<br /> <br /> Most people know this product for it's benefits to the immune system but there are also other notable gains to be made. By improving your resistance to minor colds, which you will be susceptible to if you are training hard on a regular basis anyway, will mean you miss fewer sessions and you hit each workout with maximum potential. However, it will also work behind the scenes to ramp up your production of growth hormone which, naturally, will help you to increase results even further.<br /> <br /> The final item today is Branched Chain Amino Acids. There are over twenty in total and your body will use these to create more lean tissue during the recovery phase following a tough session with your barbell. While you will get a good serving in your whey protein, science suggests that results can be improved drastically by taking a branched chain amino acid product on top.<br /> <br /> For most people the gym is the easy part and they find the scientific nutritional information far more difficult to navigate through. If this was previously you, you're now in a far more comfortable position from which to decide which supplements to take in order to build a more muscular body.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawresource'><br /> <div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br /> About the Author:<br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawlinks'>Writer: Learn <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vc3I8rE-pFs">which supplements to take</a> to build a leaner physique with the UK's most followed fitness instructor, Russ Howe PTI. Discovering <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5KFcTIpXe90">how to build muscle</a> doesn't need to be hard, as you have seen today.</div><br /> </div><br />

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Downtown Staunton decked out for the 4th

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4th of July Independence Day Shenandoah Valley Staunton Virginia Virginia Is For Lovers Downtown Staunton decked out for the 4th

Photo by Lynn R. Mitchell July 3, 2013

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Portraying Medicine: The Perils of Painting By Numbers - On The Media podcast

A special hour of stories about reporting on medical science. The misreporting of the effect of vaccines on autism, tracking retractions in medical journals, and a century old hoax that went uncorrected for forty years.<br /><br><br /><br><a href="http://www.onthemedia.org/2013/jul/05/">http://www.onthemedia.org/2013/jul/05/</a>

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Today's Teamster News 07.06.13

<a href="http://economix.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/07/05/yes-the-sequester-is-affecting-the-job-market/">Yes, the Sequester Is Affecting the Job Market</a>  New York Times   ... in the last few months, the defense-sensitive industries have been shedding jobs, while the rest of the country’s employers have been adding jobs over all...<br /><a href="http://www.newyorker.com/online/blogs/comment/2013/07/the-fall-of-the-american-worker.html">The Fall of the American Worker</a>  New Yorker   ...Without unions to support them, they are all at the mercy of indifferent employers and the harsh vagaries of the post-industrial economy...<br /><a href="http://thinkprogress.org/economy/2013/07/05/2260461/chinese-plant-arrests-fire/?mobile=nc">Chinese Officials Ignored Safety Violations, Leading To The Industrial Fire That Killed 121 People</a> Think Progress   ...Dozens of Chinese public officials were charged Friday with dereliction of duty for failing to inspect the site of a fire at the Jilin Baoyuanfeng Poultry Co. plant that killed 121 in June...<br /><a href="http://www.guardian.co.uk/business/economics-blog/2013/jul/05/free-trade-talks-public-corporate-interest">So-called free trade talks should be in the public, not corporate interest</a> (opinion)  The Guardian   ... the goal is a managed trade regime – managed, that is, to serve the special interests that have long dominated trade policy in the west...<br /><a href="http://www.independent.ie/irish-news/pensioners-at-breaking-point-because-of-austerity-budgets-29397311.html">Pensioners at ‘breaking point’ because of austerity budgets</a>  Independent.ie   ..."The feedback we received during our national consultation process in March (in Ireland) was shocking, with older people telling us how they were going to bed in the early evening to stay warm, using hot water bottles to stay warm rather than turning on their heating, or seriously considering the option of getting rid of their pet cat because they could no longer afford to feed it..."<br /><a href="http://www.newsobserver.com/2013/07/04/3010351/dome-next-weeks-moral-mondays.html">Next week's Moral Mondays protest to focus on the numbers</a>  News and Observer  ...Next week’s “Moral Mondays” protest by the NAACP will be about numbers. Each protest has focused on a theme. Monday’s theme will be about the number of people that the organization says have been harmed by Republican legislators’ economic actions, including ending some Medicaid funding and unemployment benefits...<br /><a href="http://www.chron.com/news/article/Top-Mich-court-won-t-rule-early-on-right-to-work-4648385.php">Top Mich. court won't rule early on right-to-work</a>  Associated Press   ...The Michigan Supreme Court on Friday unanimously decided not to step in early to decide the legality of the state's right-to-work law...<br /><a href="http://wisconsinsfuture.org/how-scott-walker-strangled-wisconsins-jobs-recovery/">How Scott Walker strangled Wisconsin’s jobs recovery</a>  Institute for Wisconsin's Future   ...The only ‘good news’ is that we’re not falling behind the nation quite as rapidly as we once were. But Wisconsin is still missing out on the national recovery. And our governor’s policies are largely to blame...<br /><a href="http://www.theclarion.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=6498:alabama-voters-photo-id-law-can-now-be-implemented-for-2014-elections&catid=42:clarion-rotation-stories&Itemid=142">Alabama voters' photo ID law can now be implemented for 2014 elections</a>  The Clarion   ...The U.S. Supreme Court voted to strike down Section 4 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, an act created to outlaw practices such as literacy tests and other discriminatory means that disenfranchised voters based on race or color...<br /><a href="http://www.washingtonpost.com/business/delaware-supreme-court-weighs-whether-former-countrywide-shareholders-can-pursue-lawsuit/2013/07/03/08142624-e408-11e2-bffd-37a36ddab820_story.html">Delaware Supreme Court weighs whether former Countrywide shareholders can pursue lawsuit</a> Associated Press   ...The Delaware Supreme Court is considering whether former shareholders of Countrywide Financial Corp. should be allowed to pursue a federal lawsuit filed against leaders of the former mortgage lending giant before it was acquired by Bank of America in 2008...<br /><a href="http://www.bizjournals.com/dallas/blog/2013/07/american-airlines-fires-back-against.html">American Airlines fires back against lawsuit to stop merger</a>  Dallas Business Journal   ...American Airlines has returned fired against a lawsuit claiming the Fort Worth-based carrier's planned merger with US Airways Group will harm consumers, calling the suit baseless...<br /><a href="http://www.therepublic.com/view/story/5be3293f271f4a87b4221829d1e79791/CA-XGR-Enterprise-Zones">Calif. lawmakers approve bill to extend tax breaks as part of business incentive overhaul</a>  Associated Press   ...The Senate and Assembly voted Wednesday to extend a sales tax exemption for manufacturing and research-and-development equipment to eight years. The credit would have expired for some businesses after 4 1/2 years...<br /><a href="http://www.mariettatimes.com/page/content.detail/id/552763/County-to-get-workers-comp-refund-check.html?nav=5002">Washington County to get workers comp refund check</a>  Marietta Times   ...About 210,000 employers across the state will see refund checks form the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation in amounts ranging from $5 to more than $3 million...<br /><a href="http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/news/breaking/new-jersey-postpones-surcharge-on-unemployment-premiums-in-effort-to/article_b5d3092f-24b7-53ea-9296-8fa632037994.html">New Jersey postpones surcharge on unemployment premiums in effort to boost job market</a>  Press of Atlantic City   ...Lawmakers passed a bill that postponed a 10 percent insurance surcharge, which Gov. Chris Christie signed into law June 28. The increase was meant to fill a projected $300 million shortfall in the fund that provides unemployment benefits to the state's laid-off workers...<br /><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20130706/CITYANDREGION/130709510/1003">Rural/Metro union signals its intention to go on strike</a>  Buffalo News   ...Teamsters Local 375 on Friday delivered 10-day notice signaling its intent to strike privately owned Rural/Metro Medical Services if progress is not made to fix a system in which, according to the union, first responders are paid below the city’s living wage...<br /><br />

Today's Teamster News 07.06.13

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Daily Education and Technology News for Schools 07/06/2013

<ul class="diigo-linkroll"> <li> <p class="diigo-link"> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/view-page-numbers-Kindle-books/forum/Fx2YKUR3AJKEGHQ/Tx32XHO0BSMGBSZ/3/ref=cm_cd_pg_pg3?_encoding=UTF8&asin=0141039280">Amazon.com: Customer Discussions: How do I view "real" page numbers on my Kindle books?</a> </p> <p class="diigo-description">There continues to be a problem that not all books in the Amazon kindle store have real page numbers. If students are expected to cite sources and not allowed to use location numbers, then Amazon can expect the pushback seen on this forum post. Meanwhile, a helpful person on the forum has noted how you can know what to read on the Kindle if your professor or teacher says "read page 80-92" - you can dive into the table of contents on the website and save a copy. This is the only solution. It is time for Amazon to get their act together and have all Kindle ebooks display page numbers if there is a printed copy of the book. If there is not a printed copy of the book, there needs to be a consistent reference point or "page" that all can use for sourcing and citing content. "1. Look up the book in the in the Amazon Kindle store (where you purchased it). 2. Click on the book where it says "Look Inside." You want to look at the table of contents, which will have the pages numbers for each chapter. 3. It defaults to the "kindle edition," which does not have the page numbers in the table of contents. However, there is a tab above that says "Print Book." Click on that. 4. Once you're on the "Print Book" display, it shows the page numbers in the TOC. By doing the above, I was able to determine that "the first 26 pages" = Chapters 1 & 2. I used Evernote to take a screen capture of the entire TOC, which I'll refer back to."</p> <p class="diigo-tags"> <span>tags:</span> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/education">education</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/news">news</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/ebooks">ebooks</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/ebook">ebook</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/amazon">amazon</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/kindle">kindle</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/tumblr">tumblr</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/library">library</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/bestpractices">bestpractices</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/literature">literature</a></p> </li> <li> <p class="diigo-link"> <a href="http://wiki.mobileread.com/wiki/Kindle_Myths_and_Partial_Truths">MobileRead Wiki - Kindle Myths and Partial Truths</a> </p> <p class="diigo-description">This is a fascinating wiki full of myths and truths about ebook readers. It says it is maintained by the users of the site. I've found it to be quiet accurate as I perused this page. If you have questions about ebooks, this is a great reference.</p> <p class="diigo-tags"> <span>tags:</span> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/education">education</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/news">news</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/kindle">kindle</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/ebook">ebook</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/library">library</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/bestpractices">bestpractices</a></p> </li> <li> <p class="diigo-link"> <a href="https://whispercast.amazon.com/?ref=kas_wc_2">Whispercast</a> </p> <p class="diigo-description">Information on whispercast and how to sign up. This looks like the system for managing Kindles (you can send content to school owned kindles or personal Kindles) and in fact, you should move towards this. I don't know about moving the books you already have. I do like how you can upload pdf's etc. to distribute.</p> <p class="diigo-tags"> <span>tags:</span> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/education">education</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/news">news</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/library">library</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/ebook">ebook</a></p> </li> <li> <p class="diigo-link"> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=amb_link_362823042_3?ie=UTF8&docId=1000412651&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-1&pf_rd_r=0MM61721HZ7Q5PXJXQPF&pf_rd_t=1401&pf_rd_p=1474745062&pf_rd_i=1000598511">Kindle Education</a> </p> <p class="diigo-description">Some rules have changed as I've been reading up on having Kindles at schools. (Back in February I read a spate of posts mentioning that Amazon said that having 6 kindles share one account was just for "personal use" and that libraries can't do it.) But Amazon does have information on Whispercast which lets you handle distributing books. It is a "free self-service online tool" and I'm thinking that it is something we need to be using. It looks like you can also distribute many of the free ebooks onto Kindles. </p> <p class="diigo-tags"> <span>tags:</span> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/education">education</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/news">news</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/ebook">ebook</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/amazon">amazon</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/kindle">kindle</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/bestpractices">bestpractices</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/edu_news">edu_news</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/library">library</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/tumblr">tumblr</a></p> </li> <li> <p class="diigo-link"> <a href="http://www.itproportal.com/2013/06/09/kindle-for-ios-update-brings-boost-to-students-and-visually-impaired/">Kindle for iOS update brings boost to students and visually impaired | ITProPortal.com</a> </p> <p class="diigo-description">The recent Kindle updates over the past few months have quite a few teachers. In particular, if you have a textbook on Kindle, you can collate notes by color, which is a major enhancement.  This article does a nice job of summarizing the features important to educators. "The update also brings some changes that should be especially helpful for students and teachers, like the ability to highlight long passages that span multiple pages. In addition, the Notebook feature for textbooks has new filtering options, which should help you more quickly and easily find all your notes, bookmarks, and highlights by colour"</p> <p class="diigo-tags"> <span>tags:</span> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/education">education</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/news">news</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/kindle">kindle</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/reading">reading</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/literacy">literacy</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/ebook">ebook</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/edu_news">edu_news</a></p> </li> <li> <p class="diigo-link"> <a href="http://janefriedman.com/2013/04/21/how-to-publish-an-ebook/">How to Publish an E-Book: Resources for Authors | Jane Friedman</a> </p> <p class="diigo-description">An excellent compendium of information about writing and publishing ebooks that is continually updated by the author. Great work.</p> <p class="diigo-tags"> <span>tags:</span> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/education">education</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/news">news</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/ebook">ebook</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/writing">writing</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/amwriting">amwriting</a></p> </li> <li> <p class="diigo-link"> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/book-creator-for-ipad/id442378070?mt=8">Book Creator for iPad for iPad on the iTunes App Store</a> </p> <p class="diigo-description">I"ve been hearing a lot of great things from teachers about Book creator as a new way they have students create reports. Called, Book Creator, children can create pages, send them to their teachers and then the teacher can put them together further. </p> <p class="diigo-tags"> <span>tags:</span> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/education">education</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/news">news</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/engchat">engchat</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/writing">writing</a> <a href="https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher/ipadchat">ipadchat</a></p> </li> </ul><p class="diigo-ps">Posted from <a href='https://www.diigo.com'>Diigo</a>. The rest of my favorite links are <a href='https://www.diigo.com/user/coolcatteacher'>here</a>.</p>

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