INPUT ARTICLE: Article: On the day of the shower, you’ll need to arrive at the venue well before the bride and guests. Ensure the space is clean and that you have everything you need. Depending on how much you have you do, you may need up to several hours to set up. . Arrange furniture, if necessary, to make enough room for the guests and set up any equipment that’s needed. You should also make a spot for gifts and arrange any supplies for games or activities. Add linens and place settings to the tables, if applicable. Display any photos or art and hang banners or streamers. Set out centerpieces or floral arrangements, too. It’s a good idea to prep the food the day before the shower if you are cooking yourself. Make any last-minute dishes or drinks the day of the party. Set out food on serving platters or use chafing dishes or bowls of ice to keep your dishes hot or cold, as appropriate. You’ll need to arrange plates, cups, flatware, serving utensils, and napkins, too! Arrange a space for the bride to open her gifts. Make sure there’s enough seating for the guests to be comfortable during this part of the shower. It’s a good idea to arrange the favors on a small table or bench near the door. That way, you’ll remember to hand one to each guest on their way out. Smile and introduce yourself to anyone you don’t know. Thank each person for coming, and point out party necessities or let them know what to expect.  For instance, say, “Hey, Marsha, thanks for coming! Go ahead in and grab a drink. We’re going to eat in about 30 minutes.” Alternatively, say, “Nice to see you again Joan! I’m so glad you could make it. Please set your gift by the stairwell and grab a mad lib from the table on the right.” Since you’re the host, you’re in it for the long haul. Plan to stay late to ensure the bride takes home all her gifts and favors. You’ll need to make sure the catering crew gets paid, if applicable, and arrange pick up for rental items, like linens, tables, and chairs. Decorations will need to be taken down and the space will also need to be cleaned after the party.

SUMMARY: Arrive early to make sure everything gets done. Decorate the space Arrange food and drink stations. Set out the favors and make a gift-opening area. Greet the guests as they arrive. Stay after the shower to clean up.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: " " Click on "Add VPN Configuration." In the top bar, you will see that iOS has three available protocols: L2TP, PPTP, and IPSec. If your VPN is provided by an employer, then they will most likely inform you as to which protocol to use. If you are using your own hosted VPN, however, then be sure to use a form which is supported by your provider. This could be anything you want. For instance, if this is a work VPN, then you could describe it as "Work." If you plan to use this VPN for watching an out-of-country Netflix, then you could call it "Canadian Netflix." This information should have been given to you either by your VPN provider or your employer. This field refers to your username which you most likely created when purchasing your hosted VPN or was created for you by an employer. To turn this on, tap on the gray button. When it turns green, this feature is turned on. RSA SecureID comprises either a hardware or software mechanism which produces keys to verify a user over periods of time. Most likely, you will only have RSA SecurID in a professional setting.  To turn on RSA SecurID in IPSec, tap on the button for "Use Certificate" so it turns green. After choosing "RSA SecurID," click "Save." IPSec will also allow you to use CRYPTOCard, or any certificates in the raw formats .cer, .crt, .der, .p12, and .pfx. " Your password was most likely provided at the same time as your username. Consult with your employer or VPN provider if you do not have this information. A "secret" is used to further authenticate your account. Much like the "key" of an RSA Secure ID, the "secret" is typically a series of letters and numbers given to you by a provider or employer. If it has not been provided to you then you either may not need to enter anything in that field or you may need to contact your provider or employer in order to obtain the secret. Again, this would be given to you, so if your employer or provider have shared this information with you then enter it in this field. If they haven't, then, most likely, you may leave the field blank. Click the button next to this field and ensure it is highlighted in green if you want all your internet traffic to go through the VPN. At this point, your VPN is connected.  You may turn your VPN connection on or off from the main "Settings" page by clicking its corresponding button. If the button is green, then you are connected. If the button is gray, then you are not connected. It will appear directly underneath "Wi-Fi." Also, when your phone is using the VPN connection, an icon will appear in the upper left-hand side of your phone consisting of the capital letters "VPN" inside a box.

SUMMARY: Click on "Settings" and then choose "General. Scroll to the very bottom and choose "VPN. Choose a connection protocol. Enter a description. Enter your server information. Enter your "Account" name. Turn on "RSA SecurID" if you use this form of authentication. Enter your "Password. Enter your shared "Secret" if you require it. Enter the "Group Name" for an IPSec connection if needed. Choose whether to "Send All Traffic" to the VPN. Click "Save" in the top right corner to save your settings.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Beyond the physical level – the breathing and the movements that help you get in touch with your chi – truly developing your chi will take moving it to the mental and spiritual level. Chi kung is a disparate group of practices from different civilizations that are aimed at bringing your mind to a higher level of consciousness and unleashing the true power of your life force. This will help to bring you to the next level of chi. As you do your breathing and exercise of choice, focus on areas of your body where the energy is not flowing. These are energy blockages, and each one will require focus and determination to fix it and get the energy flowing as it should. Some people are able to get their energy moving by themselves through breathing and physical practice, but many of us need help and guidance when practicing energy work. One easy way to find out how your body energy is functioning is to take the diagnostic test below, which can help you identify the elements present in your body, and which are lacking and need to be remedied. For the assistance of a licensed Qigong practitioner, who will be able to help you to higher levels in your energy work, consult the website below. This is moving to the highest level of chi. It will encompass all of the work you have done so far – breath, physical movement, energy flow – and add the spiritual element. This will lead you to a state of mindfulness or focused awareness. Similar to the Zen practice of Buddhists, the spiritual aspect of developing your chi can be a lifelong pursuit. We might be able to achieve the state we are seeking one day, but the next cannot come near it. To truly realize this spiritual connection along with the physical and energy aspects, you must be fully grounded in the present moment and completely aware – it’s not about going to some different plane of consciousness. For most people, meditation is the best way of reaching this highest level of chi development.

SUMMARY:
Explore chi kung (qigong). Focus on your energy. Work on the body/mind/soul connection.