![]() ![]() If you are a member of the Barnes andamp Noble Kid’s Club, you will receive a free cupcake on your child’s first birthday. Every quarter sheet cake purchased at any Giant Eagle Bakery or Albertsons Market will be automatically entered to win a FREE smash cake. You must order it at least 48 hours in advance if you want the cake to be more like a large cupcake. You should double-check the location before calling not all locations participate. When you purchase a birthday cake that measures at least a quarter-inch sheet or larger, you will receive a free smash cake. Whether you’re throwing a birthday party or celebrating an anniversary, Stater Bros has the perfect cake size to make your event a success. Plus, they offer custom decorations and personalization options to make your cake extra special. With their competitive prices, you can find a delicious cake that won’t break the bank. They also offer a wide selection of tasty flavors, including chocolate, vanilla, marble, strawberry, and more. From single-layer, 6-inch cakes to full-sheet cakes to feed a large crowd, Stater Bros has a cake that will fit your needs. Stater Bros cakes come in a variety of sizes, so you can find the perfect cake for your special occasion. You can be certain that you will receive the best products and services at the best prices because they are committed to customer service and quality. Markets are a great place to go to shop for groceries whether you live in California or another state. They are constantly looking for ways to improve the shopping experience for customers and make shopping more enjoyable. As a result, they strive to be involved in their communities and take pride in their dedication to customer service excellence. Markets are committed to providing our customers with the highest level of service. They are currently expanding into those areas and other states as part of their expansion plans. They currently have one store in Dallas, Texas, and another in Las Vegas, Nevada. ![]() Markets is primarily a California-based company, they do have locations in a few other states. This family-owned and operated grocery chain has a reputation for excellent quality, customer service, and low prices. Markets is marking its 85th year of service to the community of Southern California with a special anniversary celebration. Markets is a well-known grocery chain that operates 171 stores throughout Southern California. Stater Bros has become a staple in California and continues to serve its customers with the best products and services. The chain is committed to providing its customers with the freshest, highest quality products. The chain also offers a wide selection of groceries, including organic and natural food items. While Stater Bros is only located within California, it is well-known for its high-quality products, excellent customer service, and competitive prices. It has more than 170 locations across the state, making it one of the largest grocery store chains in California. Stater Bros is a supermarket chain based in Southern California. During the eight-week graduation season, Costco sold approximately one million sheet cakes. Chocolate cake with fudge icing, which has been available all across the country for years, has come back into style. Mini Snickerdoodle Cakes are baked with soft pound cake cupcakes and cinnamon cream cheese frosting. Key Lime Pie was removed from its shelves more than a year ago. You can’t order cakes on holidays or on major public holidays. Costco requires you to place your order within the next 24-48 hours in order to receive a receipt. If an order is placed more than 24 hours in advance, it must be confirmed.Ĭostco Bakery sells a wide range of freshly baked goods, including cookies, cakes, and breads. Unless you can fax an order, you must visit your local Costco to place your order in person. Costco does not allow customers to order cakes over the phone or online. Cakes are available in bakeries across the country through Costco’s online ordering system. Cupcakes are not listed on the Costco website, but if you walk into the bakery at your local Costco, you should be able to find them. Cupcakes are one of the most popular items sold by Costco. Whether you’re looking for a special treat for a birthday party or just a sweet snack, Costco has you covered.Ĭostco is a warehouse club that sells a variety of merchandise in addition to membership fees. Costco also offers a selection of pre-packaged cupcakes that make for a convenient and affordable treat. The cupcakes come in a variety of sizes and are made with high quality ingredients. Yes, Costco does sell cupcakes! They carry a wide selection of classic cupcake flavors such as chocolate, vanilla and red velvet, as well as unique flavors like lemon, peanut butter and strawberry. ![]()
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![]() ![]() ![]() citizens replace passports that are lost or stolen. If you plan to travel to other countries during your trip, be sure to check the passport validity and visa requirements of each country. Your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay. It is a legal requirement and local police may ask to check your identification. Make sure you carry your passport at all times during your trip to Japan. Certificate approval by the Japanese government may take several weeks to process and should be received before bringing the medication or medical devices to Japan.Īll travelers entering Japan with a prescription medication, including medication that is not restricted in Japan, should consider bringing a copy of their doctor’s prescription as well as a letter stating the purpose of the drug.įor more information about bringing medicines into Japan and how to obtain a “Yunyu Kakunin-sho” certificate, please visit the website of the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare and email you make your email inquiry to please include the following information: Travelers who need to bring more than the MLHW’s approved quantity of medication or medical devices should obtain a “Yunyu Kakunin-sho” (importation certificate) prior to traveling and present it with the prescription to a customs officer upon arrival in Japan. Please check Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare (MHLW) website, including the FAQ, or email before traveling to Japan. Comprehensive information is available only from the Japanese government and is subject to change without notice. ![]() Embassy and consulates in Japan do not maintain a comprehensive list of prohibited medications or substances. It is your responsibility to ensure you understand what substances are prohibited. If you bring it with you, you risk arrest and detention by Japanese authorities. Many common medications and over-the-counter drugs in the United States are illegal in Japan, regardless of whether you have a valid U.S. Know Before You Go: Prohibited Substances While COVID-19 testing is not required for entry into Japan, a non-comprehensive list of some COVID-19 testing facilities can be found on the Embassy website, should travelers require testing for travel to other countries. citizens carefully review the information on Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) website, which provides official guidance. Please see the Japan Customs website for details.Ĭurrently, there are no COVID-19 testing, proof of vaccination, or quarantine requirements to travel to Japan. Travelers may wish to learn more about the program before arriving in Japan. Travelers entering Japan may use the Electronic Customs Declaration Gates (e-Gates) for customs clearance, which reduces human-to-human contact. For more information and the most recent guidance, please reach out to Japanese embassy or consulate closest to your location: Please note travel and entry requirements are subject to frequent change. Embassy’s ability to intervene on behalf of travelers denied boarding at their point of embarkation or denied entry upon arrival to Japan is extremely limited, and those travelers denied entry at Japanese ports of entry will likely be immediately reboarded on flights back to the United States. Military travelers arriving in Japan under the Status of Forces Agreement should consult with their chain of command to ensure they understand any applicable requirements prior to beginning travel. Travelers who are unsure of their eligibility to travel to Japan should contact the nearest Japanese embassy or consulate for additional information.Įffective as of midnight Ap(Japan time), all travelers arriving in Japan will no longer need to present proof of vaccination or a negative Covid-19 test certificate. citizens considering travel to Japan to carefully review the information available from the Government of Japan. passports do not need visas for short-term visits (up to three months).īecause travel regulations and restrictions are complex and are subject to change with little notice, the U.S. Citizen TouristsĬurrently, tourists with U.S. military members and family with SOFA status should contact their chain of command directly for guidance and adhere to the processes described in the Foreign Clearance Guide. We encourage you to follow us on Twitter ( and Facebook ( Travelers should also consider enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program. Embassy and consulates in Japan are pleased to welcome U.S. ![]() ![]() ![]() Anime Limited will release the series in a "Collector's Blu-ray" edition in the United Kingdom and Ireland in 2024. On June 1, 2017, it was announced that an HD remaster version of the original Naruto television anime series would debut on Japanese TV on June 24, starting with the show's first episode. The series was also licensed to Hulu, Joost, and Crunchyroll, which aired the episodes online with the original Japanese audio tracks and English subtitles. One of the censored scenes was the accidental kiss between Naruto and Sasuke, fitting in the long trend of removing content that alludes to homosexual relationships. In the American broadcast, references to alcohol, Japanese culture, sexual innuendo, and the appearance of blood and death were sometimes edited but remained in the DVD editions. ![]() Uncut editions were released in DVD box sets, each containing 12–15 episodes, with some variation based on story arcs. The first 26 volumes contain four episodes later DVD volumes have five episodes. On August 25, 2017, Starz announced that they would be offering episodes of the series for their Video on Demand service starting September 1, 2017. The episodes were also broadcast on YTV's Bionix (Canada), Jetix (United Kingdom) and SABC 2's (South Africa) programming blocks, and were released on DVD on March 28, 2006. The English dub of the anime began airing on September 10, 2005, and concluded on January 31, 2009, with 209 episodes aired on Cartoon Network's Toonami in the United States. ![]() Viz licensed the anime series for broadcast and distribution in the Region 1 market. Episodes from the series have been released on both VHS and DVD, and collected as boxed sets. It was remastered in HD, with new 2D and 3D effects, under the name Naruto: Shōnen Hen. Beginning on April 29, 2009, the original Naruto anime began a rerun on Wednesdays and Thursdays (until the fourth week of September 2009 when it changed to only Wednesdays). ![]() Tetsuya Nishio was the character designer for Naruto when the manga was adapted into an anime series Kishimoto had requested that Nishio be given this role. The first 135 episodes were adapted from Part I of the manga the remaining 85 episodes are original and use plot elements that are not in the manga. The first Naruto anime series, directed by Hayato Date and produced by Studio Pierrot and TV Tokyo, premiered in Japan on October 3, 2002, and concluded on February 8, 2007, after 220 episodes. Besides the anime television series, Pierrot also developed 11 animated films and 12 original video animations (OVAs).įurther information: List of Naruto characters Character The service aborted its run in March 2016 after 338 episodes due to its shutdown a month later. After Disney XD removed the series from broadcast, Viz Media began streaming new English dubbed episodes on their streaming service Neon Alley in December 2012 starting at episode 99. The English dub of Shippuden was broadcast on Disney XD in the United States from October 2009 to November 2011, airing the first 98 episodes before eventually switching over to Adult Swim's Toonami programming block in January 2014, starting over from the first episode. The second series, Shippuden, also aired on TV Tokyo and ran for 500 episodes from February 2007 to March 2017. The first anime series aired on TV Tokyo and ran for 220 episodes from October 2002 to February 2007 an English dub produced by Viz Media aired on Cartoon Network and YTV from September 2005 to December 2009. Both anime series were animated by Pierrot, produced by Aniplex and licensed in North America by Viz Media. The second series, a direct sequel titled Naruto: Shippuden, takes place during his teens. Just like the manga, the anime series is divided into two separate parts: the first series retains the original manga's title and is set in Naruto's pre-teen years. The story follows Naruto Uzumaki, a young ninja who seeks recognition from his peers and dreams of becoming the Hokage, the leader of his village. Naruto is a Japanese anime television series based on Masashi Kishimoto's manga series of the same name. ![]() ![]() ![]() It is open to both established musicians and musicians who may not be as well-known. COVERS focuses solely on the musician who covers, as opposed to the original/most famous performer. In the 36 th edition of COVERS (2023), Gerald Levert delivers a compelling rendition of “ That’s The Way I Feel About You,” originally performed by Bobby Womack.Īh, it’s time to get cozy and totally cover up! In COVERS, we highlight a musician or band covering songs by another musician (likely a popular musician). Columns include the “less finessed” blog Beyond the Hype, The Chart Scoop, Critics Weigh In, Guests Posts, Op Ed (opinion editorials), and Press Releases & Shopping. Even though some columns are evergreen, they don’t necessarily fit the more expansive Evergreen category, which features bigger posts such as playlists. Some of these articles have a shelf life, while others are more evergreen (content maintains its relevance sans a set expiration date).
![]() Incline hammer curls might well take longer to set up than the regular version. So if you’re interested in maximizing your muscle growth via an intelligent exercise selection, then you’ll definitely want to consider making space in your training program for this underrated arm exercise. Incline hammer curls have numerous benefits over the standard hammer curl. Curl the dumbbells toward your shoulders for a proper contraction, and then flex your triceps at the bottom of each rep so that your biceps are fully lengthened. Instead, strive to get a full range of motion on every rep that you perform. Not only that but by lifting weights that are too heavy for your arms, you’re also leaving yourself open to injuries and various aches and pains. This is because you’re not training all parts of the range of motion and are thus recruiting and strengthening fewer muscle fibers. If you’re going to do biceps exercises with dumbbells, then make sure that you remove the term “half rep” from your lifting vocabulary.Įven though such a training style gives you the appearance of having greater strength by enabling you to lift heavier weights, performing half reps actually makes you weaker. But in order to reap the rewards of this bicep-builder, you need to ensure that you’re not making any of these three common mistakes. There’s no denying that incline bench hammer curls are an excellent arm exercise. Squeeze your biceps at the top of the rep and then lower the dumbbells until your elbows are locked out.While keeping your elbows still, curl the weights toward your shoulders.Plant your feet firmly on the floor and brace your core.Grab two dumbbells and then lie back on the bench with your arms hanging by your sides.Set the backrest angle of an adjustable bench to 60 degrees.How to do an incline dumbbell hammer curl The forearm flexors and extensors also get worked to an extent because their service is required for holding onto the dumbbells. ![]() ![]() Incline dumbbell hammer curls primarily work the biceps brachii, brachialis, and brachioradialis because all of these muscles are powerful elbow flexors, which is the main anatomical function that this exercise trains. ![]() ![]() They got A minus or a B plus on the exam. Someone with a size 10Īnd 1/2, it looks like, someone it looks like You see the shoe sizes,įor a given shoe size, some people do not so wellĪnd some people do very well. Seem like there's really much of a relationship. That you spend studying, the better scoreĪmount of time studying, some people might doīetter than others, but it does seem like Positive linear relationship right over here. Left right over here, it looks like there is a So first, before lookingĪt the explanations, let's look at the actual graphs. Shows the relationship between test gradesĪxis and then test grade. Relationship between test grades and the amount of time The second graph is not linear at all, so this is not true. Both graphs show positive linear trends of approximately equal strength. The y-values of the first chart are generally increasing, while the values of the second plot do not follow a line.Ĥ. There is a positive linear relationship between study time and score and no relationship between shoe size and score. The first graph is linear, while the second plot is not linear at all. There is a nonlinear relationship between study time and score and a negative linear relationship between shoe size and score. Since this is the opposite of what's happening with the first graph, this is not the answer.Ģ. ![]() ![]() There's a negative linear relation between the study time and score, and a positive linear relationship between shoe size and score.Ī negative linear relation is one where the y-values of the dots are generally decreasing as x increases. Here are the possible answers and why they or why they don't work:ġ. In the problem, two graphs are shown: one showing the relationship between study time and grades (the first graph), the other showing the relationship between shoe size and grades (the second graph). ![]() ![]() ![]() Your ruling planet, Mercury, comes to your rescue in matters of love and lust this month, Virgo, helping you vocalize and then realize the love life that you need. Each Zodiac Sign's Unique Personality Traits, Explained.Read your full December horoscope here, Leo. A full moon brings brilliant times with friends, and forget any toxic New Year's resolutions, the end of the month sees you planning and plotting your dreams and deepest desires to live the life you deserve. You're not being selfish for asserting your needs. Leo (July 23 – August 22)ĭecember is here with a very important message, Leo: You are a majestic cat, and lions like you need lots of attention, pets, and cat naps. Read your full December horoscope here, Cancer. They will just blame Mercury retrograde, and Mercury retrograde is indeed coming. You might feel slightly overwhelmed around New Year's, but be patient with friends or anyone who shows up late to an event or is slow to text back. Your ruling planet, mother moon, asks you to get witchy when it turns the sky bright with a full moon, then brings blessings to your love life when the sky goes dark during the new moon phase. When Neptune retrograde ends, the stars help you stand up for yourself this holiday season so that you can spend them with your true family, regardless of whether you have blood ties. Getty Images / Allure: Clara Hendler Cancer (June 21 – July 22) Read your full December horoscope here, Gemini. A full moon encourages you to catch up on rest, but the latter half of December will fill up your social calendar quite quickly, so hurry up and make your New Year's Eve plans, even if you end up kissing someone totally unexpected at midnight. When your ruling planet, Mercury, the messenger of the gods (and let's be real, you are a god), gifts you with the confidence to hold your boundaries this holiday season and protect you from toxic family members and overly stressful commitments. Read your full December horoscope here, Taurus. ![]() Venus also wants you to know that even though the holidays put a lot of pressure on you and are insanely stressful, you can stay at home with a blanket any time you want. Your ruling planet, Venus (she rules beauty, abundance, and love, everyone is jealous of you for having Venus), teams up with hardworking Capricorn to give you exactly what you want and deserve out of love. Taurus (April 20 – May 20)ĭespite an anxious clash of planets early in the month, you recover quickly, Taurus. Read your full December horoscope here, Aries. Cheers, Aries what a way to end the year. Yes, there's stress this month, but overall, the stars offer you optimism. There is much to celebrate, from your accomplishments to the maturity seen in your romantic relationships this month. While any astrologer that promises money in these political times is not to be trusted, early December looks to bring you welcome professional news and advancement in any passion or creative projects you care deeply about. Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21).Click a specific zodiac sign to open up your December 2022 horoscope and see what's in store for you this month, or keep scrolling to see an overview of all the signs. ![]() Not sure what your sun sign is? Here's a quick refresher of the dates for each. ![]() ![]() ![]() Helping current employees improve their performance eliminates the expenses associated with firing workers and searching for applicants to fill positions. At the same time, performance action plans allow companies to improve their workforce with better-motivated employees.Įvery employer wants to minimize staff turnover, as this saves time and money. In other words, PIPs help workers feel valued in the company, as they know their employer will support them to reach their long-term career goals. A performance improvement plan is also appropriate for workers who want to move up in the company (but are unsure how to do so) as well as for employees who would be a better fit for a different position - i.e. Everyone better understands what is expected of them.īear in mind that you can use performance improvement plans for more than just problematic employees. Hard-working employees feel appreciated, as they know that everyone must pull their weight.Įmployees who are struggling know that managers will support them if they fall behind, by providing them with actionable objectives. This contributes to positive work culture. Employees know that they must meet expectations or face disciplinary action. Using PIPs promotes a sense of accountability. ![]() Why do employers use performance improvements plans to resolve issues leading to poor performance when they could simply fire the employee? There are actually several benefits to using PIPs. The purpose and benefits of a performance improvement plan It can also be any length - all this depends on the number of objectives the employee needs to meet to perform to the desired standard. In other words, there is no clear cut answer to “What is a performance improvement plan?” Rather, a PIP is flexible enough to suit any issue. It also states the consequences should the employee’s performance continue to fall short. It has a deadline for meeting the named objectives - usually 30, 60, or 90 days. In either case, the PIP will clearly state the steps the employee needs to take to make the necessary improvements.Īn employee performance improvement plan is written by the worker’s manager and submitted to HR. Alternatively, it could specify how the employee needs to change his behavior. How to survive a performance improvement planĪ performance improvement plan is a document that lists where an employee is falling short and what he can do to improve.įor instance, the performance action plan may detail skills or training the employee lacks. ![]() How to respond to a performance improvement plan.How to write a performance improvement plan.The purpose and benefits of a performance improvement plan.What is a Performance improvement plan?.After an employee receives a poor performance review, management can give him a final chance to step up his game through a performance improvement plan ( PIP or sometimes also called a performance action plan).Ī performance improvement plan provides the employee with clear objectives to meet to avoid dismissal, demotion, or transfer. ![]() ![]() ![]() In the award winning book about the true story of Jonathan Hickory, a veteran police officer, shares his intimate perspective into the struggle that many of our heroes battle in their hearts.ĭrowning in the depths of depression and sadness, burning with anger, and chained down by alcoholism, Jonathan couldn’t do it anymore. First responders have a higher rate of suicide and PTSD due to what they experience on a daily basis, and the film offers answers and hope. Filled with talented performances and beautiful cinematography, Break Every Chain, by Tim Searfoss, gives us a glimpse into the challenges of being a police officer. Jonathan continues to speak life into others as he shares the power of what God can do.This powerful film is a true story about the struggles and challenges first responders face and the toll it takes on their lives. As an author and speaker, Jonathan now helps others who are struggling with the difficulty of surviving this fallen world. Turning to God has given Jonathan a new light in the perpetual darkness. ![]() After allowing the enemy to destroy his life and his family for so long, Jonathan cried out for the help from the only One who could save him. ![]() After battling alcoholism and PTSD related depression for years, he found himself in the middle of the ultimate battle of good versus evil the battle for his soul, considering suicide. Jonathan has been married to his wife Stacy for over 18 years and has three beloved children.Īs a veteran officer, Jonathan has worked the streets, facing the darkest moments of humanity. Jonathan proudly serves as a member of the Police Department's Peer Support Team providing Critical Incident Stress Management support to fellow officers. Jonathan spent seven years investigating the reconstruction of fatal vehicle crash sites and three years as a motorcycle officer. In his 19 plus years of police experience, Jonathan has mentored and instructed other officers in police driving methods and as a Field Training Officer. Jonathan Hickory is a Master Police Officer in Charlottesville, Virginia. Facing the threat of losing his job as a police officer, the loss of his wife and daughter, and contemplating suicide, Jonathan turns to faith and finds hope and redemption. After the loss of his father as a young boy, facing countless horrific death scenes in the line of duty, and the death of his son, Jonathan turned to the world for answers-finding only darkness. īased on the true story and award winning book Break Every Chain by veteran police officer Jonathan Hickory in which he shares his intimate perspective into the struggle that many of our heroes battle in their hearts.ĭrowning in the depths of depression and sadness, burning with anger, and chained down by alcoholism, Jonathan couldn’t do it anymore. ![]() First responders have a higher rate of suicide and PTSD due to what they experience on a daily basis, and the film offers answers and hope. īreak Every Chain stars Ignacyo Matynia and Dean Cain (Lois and Clark, God's Not Dead).įilled with talented performances and beautiful cinematography, Break Every Chain gives us a glimpse into the challenges of being a police officer. This powerful film is a true story about the struggles and challenges first responders face and the toll it takes on their lives. ![]() ![]() In the private chats, you can attach photos with your messages and also send emojis to make the conversations interesting. You can take part in the general chat discussion and you can also have a private chat with any user of the chat room. All of the chat rooms are free for all users and there are different users from different communities and countries from all over the world. You can join any chat room by either creating your account or using the Guest Login option. Most of the members on the website are active most of the times, so you won’t get bored and it becomes quite hard to keep up with the general discussion as users are actively taking part in the discussions. 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