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In modern society, it is often considered taboo for men to behave in a manner that expresses their insecurities. Indeed, men are expected to characterize themselves as dominant alpha-males where sensitivity and emotional availability are weaknesses. Such characterizations of men as domineering figures are depicted in David Fennario’s Balconville in which one of the protagonists, Johnny, spends his days loafing around on his Point St. Charles balcony instead of searching for a job. To that effect…

There are several different tertiary interventions that have been very successful in treating obesity. There are surgical interventions, such as gastric bypass surgery, and there are also community events, such as the Diabetes Expo that is hosted by the American Diabetes Association. Gastric bypass surgery is a highly-effective, long-term weight loss solution. Individuals who have gastric bypass surgery are expected to lose 25 to 35% of their total body weight within 10-14…

Student Address You get through the first few weeks of 7th grade, and then it turns to months. The year flies by. Then your teacher talks about “When Pigs Fly.” Before you know it, it’s June. School gets out. You enjoy your summer, relaxing, having fun, thinking of anything but school. Until schedules come. 8th grade starts up and it’s so much different. The freedom you get on due dates and so much more in 8th grade is great! You’ve read all your short stories and have listened to Presidential…

It was a wonder to see and Felix was more than happy to be a part of it. Howard had been so active the past months that Felix found himself worrying less. The Expo had given his human something to focus his intellect and time on. It was the type of busy that was good for Howard. Plus, all the work made his human happy and that was all that really mattered. A sharp rap on the door caused the woman's hands to still…

The author of Lord of the Flies, William Golding develops his theme of how innocence can be lost by setting the story on a deserted island where the characters in the book opinions could not be swayed by adults or anyone else influential in their lives. Golding’s tone in the book is violent and tragic which allows him to show how people’s views can be changed when certain circumstances present themselves. In other words he shows how innocence can be lost when groups of people start to do…

the diet. Many snacks are also available in this brand. One feature that many love is the resealable packaging available that allow the container to act as a serving bowl that can then be resealed for storage. This useful package was awarded the Pack Expo Selects Award at the Showcase of Packaging Innovations in…

The Octorara Board of Directors held their Facilities, and Policy Committees Meetings and Work Session Meeting met on Monday, August 8, 2016. All members were in attendance. Assitionnaly the Octroara School Board of Directors held a Special Meeting to interview and discuss candidates to replace Linda Bicking, who has announced she is resigning her position effective August 15, 2016. The Board received one qualifying candidate. Two other residents submitted their names but they did not live…

The 29th Annual International Sportsmen's Exposition is returning to Cal-Expo in Sacramento Jan. 21-2. The show includes everything outdoors: travel, lodges and resorts; fishing and hunting outfitters and guides; fishing and hunting gear; boats and marine accessories; ATV's; 4x4 trucks; RV's and campers; and much more. There will be an off-road vehicle test track and, as always, the Youth Fair, where many free events and giveaways will be available for the youngsters. More information on the…

the first year) and over 650 exhibitors to showcase their latest innovations, debate the industry’s biggest issues and do business together. The most comprehensive industry trade event, it features nine shows under one roof: Build Show, Timber Expo, Civils Expo, the Surface and Materials Show, Energy 2016, Plant & Machinery Live, HVAC 2016 and Smart Buildings…

Have you ever been to see a celebrity up close? Have you ever been less than a hundred feet away from somebody everyone in the country knows? Have you ever waited in line for hours just to get in to see this person? Last year, I went to see Donald Trump when he came to talk in Fredericksburg, and it really changed my views on people and on the media. I believed that the media was only slightly bias, and that people were generally good people, but I was mistaken. I went to the Trump Rally when…