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The Volunteer Community here at WWA is ____(141)____ any other volunteer opportunity. That will be good news for busy people who wish to get involved to make a ____(142)____ in the fives of others in need, but who need an alternative to traditional volunteering, In fact, these well-meaning people are often unable to commit themselves to any charitable activity that requires ____(143)____ to show up at a specific time or for specific lengths of time.

During the second half of last year, prices in the oilseed moved upward. The market reacted to the prospect of less ample supplies and reduced inventories, compared with the two ____(147)____ years, when supplies were abundant relative to demand. The rise was more pronounced for meal and cake prices, which have also come under the influence of rising prices of wheat and feed grains. The latest forecasts for 2008 confirm that production of oilseeds may not be sufficient to meet global demand for oils and fats. Such an outlook suggests that prices for oils and fats may continue rising. By contrast, the increase in prices for meals and cakes could come to a ____(148)____ as global output of meals is now expected ____(149)____ demand, leading to more rising inventories.

Dear Absolute Card customers, It has come to my ____(150)____ that there may be some confusion as to how to process your Absolute Card applications. Please refer to any of the three methods in place to solve this problem. First, on our website you can process applications, submit sales and review all of your impending and settled transactions. We have received feedback on this system from many customers and the response has been overwhelmingly positive. Secondly, we have The Fast App system which allows you to call our automated credit approval system and submit an application by simply entering the information ____(151)____ the touch tone pad on your telephone. Finally, you can make a call to our credit department at 1-800-703-1254 and turn in the application directly to a credit representative. Please remember to ____(152)____ one of these three methods for credit approvals on your Absolute Card. If you have any questions regarding processing applications, don’t hesitate to call our services department at 800-525-3251. Best regards, Michael Lee Shoppers Charge Accounts Absolute Card

"Green Forest... we care about your lawn Green Forest specializes in friendly service at an affordable rate. Our services include basic lawn mowing, custom landscaping, garden design, and general maintenance. Here are just a few of the jobs we can do for you: •Monthly mowing: Organize someone from Green Forest to mow your lawn once a month. •Custom Landscapes: For anyone who needs a little help designing their dream landscape. Our professional staff can help you choose which flowers and trees to buy, and where to plant them. • Garden Design: For experienced gardeners who want to learn more about the science of creating a successful garden. • General Maintenance: For people who already have a garden, or landscape design, but who need a little help maintaining it. Green Forest is a small family-run business with over fifteen years of experience.In addition to providing great service, Green Forest also uses only the best tools, so you can be sure that your lawn is in safe hands with us. Call today and receive a free lawn care consultation.

Join the ITS Environmental Research Team Duties: Are you interested in research on the impact of carbon emissions on the environment? If so, we have a challenging opportunity for you. Reporting to the environmental Section Director, you will plan and implement Regional Environmental Assessment Projects with a particular emphasis on evaluating the impact of current global carbon emissions on ecosystems. You will also provide scientific advice to engineers, biologists, and technicians on EnvironmentalManagement Permits. Qualifications: Strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Qualified applicants will have a Bachelor's degree in biology or environmental sciences and two years' related experience. Please send your resume and cover letter to our Personnel Manager, Sharon Risby, at [email protected]. If you want to learn more aboutthe position, please visit our website at www.itsenvironment.com.

"To: Barbara Clemons From: Susan Poletti Date: January 16 Subject: Employee E-mail Dear Ms. Clemons, Thank you for your kind e-mail regarding the service you received from one of our employees. A copy of your e-mail has been forwarded to the Personnel Department and will be included in the employee’s file. It is so rare that a customer takes the time to express her appreciation of our sen/ice. In fact, I was so touched by your action that I feel inclined to reward you. Please accept the enclosed voucher, which, when presented, will entitle the bearer to a ten percent discount on any merchandise in our store. This is but a small token of our appreciation of customers like you. Our company’s success depends on your satisfaction, and with your support we will continue to grow and prosper in this competitive marketplace. Again, on behalf of everyone at Fine Clothes, thank you for your praise. Susan Poletti Director, Customer Services

"Time Day One 8:15 - 10:00 Starting an E-Business (also available online) Designing a Functional Website Mastering E-commerce 10:30 -12:00 Online Advertising (also available online) Writing Sales Copy for the Web Marketing your Product Online Time Day Two Internet Technology Choosing an Internet Provider Understanding Search Engines Outsourcing Online The Advantages of Hiring Freelancers How to Find a Freelancer 12:00- 1:15 Lunch 1:15- 2:45 Keeping Track of Finances Basic Rules of Accounting Important Tax Laws Shipping Products (also available online) How toCreate a Simple Online Order Form How to Minimize Shipping Problems 2:45-3:15 Coffee Break 3:15 - 4:45 Advice from Successful E-business Owners Conclusion Mark Henrich, President of IP Media Online This portion of the seminar has not been determined. Contact Brent Sprites, Event Coordinator, for more information. Linda Orlick, co-founder of Intelligent Designs, an online web design company George Tulane, author of “E-Business and You""

"Dear Mr.Jorgensen, We are sorry to hear that you have been experiencing problems with your new Okawa desktop computer. While we usually require our customers to contact their Okawa service provider in the event of a problem, we recognize that, in your case, this would be impossible, since you are currently living abroad. Therefore, if you will carefully package the unit in its original carton and send it to us, our Okawa experts will examine it thoroughly to determine the source of the problem. If it turns out that the problem requires a few minor adjustments, we will make the necessary repairs and return the computer to you within thirty days. If we determine that the unit is defective, we will send you an immediate replacement. Please remember to remove all important files from your hard drive to ensure that you do not lose them in the event that repairs are made. Again, I am sorry that you experienced this inconvenience and thank you for purchasing an Okawa computer. Regards, Harold Plume Service Department

"The National Wildlife Service at Me. Andover National Wildlife Refuge announces the opportunity for a recreational business contract for the Snake Creek facility. An opportunity like this doesn't come often, and it is perfect for anyone who is interested in opening a recreational business and contributing positively to the natural environment. This contract involves boat rentals, bike rentals, canoe rentals, campsite rentals, and equipment sales. The closing date for the submission of applications for the business contract is Thursday, March 16, at 5:00 p.m. Interested parties can take a one-time guided tour and attend a question-and-answer session about the recreational facility on Wednesday, February 23. To make the meeting run more efficiently, we recommend that you personally review the information on our website (www.mtandover.com) and write down a list of questions that you might want to ask at the session. Please e-mail the questions that you write down to the Refuge Manager, Joe Yosemire, at [email protected]. Questions must be received by February 10, so that a transcript of the questions and answers can be made available to all parties. You will receive this transcript at the start of the question-and-answersession. Also, since the weather in the park is unpredictable and we may be walking over some pretty rocky terrain, participants are asked to wear hiking boots and warm clothing for the tour, which will start at approximately 3 p.m. and last about two hours. For further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Michelle Vance, Manager of the National Wildlife Service, at 1-236-547-9875.

Dear Mr. Ritter, Your account with The Professional’s Closet has been approved for credit. We would like to inform you that your account number is 987-6589-9874. Please inform your personnel to be sure to include this account number on any documents and correspondence directed to The Professional’s Closet. We welcome you to our family of customers and hope that you will be satisfied with our company’s exceptional service. As our way of saying thank you for opening your new account with us, we are offering you a ten percent discount on all copy paper and notebooks ordered in the month of July. As stated in the terms and conditions of your account with The Professional’s Closet, which you will find in the enclosed contract agreement, you are also entitled to a twenty percent discount on your first order of $500 or more. If you have any questions regarding our credit policy, please contact Jill Bunt, our Credit Manager, who will be more than happy to discuss your account with you. Additionally, if you would like to take advantage of our automatic monthly order system, please call Howard Hale, the Sales Supervisor. We will be looking forward to your orders and to the opportunity of serving you. Sincerely, Jennifer Teller Director, The Professional’s Closeta

Think Like a Champion By Dennis Flacmrycr What secret power do professional athletes and Olympians possess that enables them to perform under pressure? Well, the answer, according to psychologists and athletic trainers, is in the brain. For years, athletes and coaches alike believed that athletic skill and physical training were the two most important factors determining competitive success. Recent evidence, however, suggests that mental training is actually more critical chan athletic ability. Thus, while you may not have been bom a champion golfer, you can certainly train yourself to become one by employing the proper mental training. Take for example, the four-time Olympic gold medal winner in the 200 meter dash, Paul Fisher. Paul was born with a rare neuromuscular disease that prevented him from growing normally. He spent the first five years of his life in a hospital bed, and doctors told his parents that he would probably have to use a wheelchair all his life. Then, in 1988, while watching the Seoul Olympics from his hospital bed, Paul decided that he would one day be an Olympic runner. Twelve years later, in Sydney, Paul Fisher was standing on the Olympic podium, wearing a gold medal around his neck. When asked about his incredible victory, Paul said, ""It was easy, once I made up my mind to do it.” At Haverford University, psychologists monitored ten athletes who were each given the exact same physical training schedule. However, five athletes were also given a mental training schedule, where they practiced meditating and using positive thinking techniques. What did the University discover? The five athletes who prepared mentally and physically performed nearly seventy percent better than the other five athletes!

With winter quickly approaching, I thought it would be appropriate to devote a portion of Novembers issue to discussing how winter affects our minds and bodies, and how we can cope with the shorter, colder, and darker days. An article published in the Journal of Medicine revealed that 3out of every 5 people in the country are affected by Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Common symptoms include lack of energy, increased need for sleep, mood swings, and depression. This winter is going to be the coldest in ten years. The good news is that a number of scientists and psychologists have developed interesting and effective remedies to help those affected by SAD escape the ailment that leaves them wanting to crawl into bed, bury themselves under the blankets, and hibernate until spring. In this issue, we have included three different articles which discuss SAD and provide helpful solutions for preventing it. On page 13, in an article entitled “Staying Creative and Productive this Winter,” Dr.Leonard O’Reilly, a psychologist who has been studying SAD for the last ten years, discusses how high-intensity artificial light, which simulates the longer days of summer, can help people reduce the effects of SAD this winter. Dr. O'Reilly even designed a lamp that you can put beside your bed. You’ll find a second remedy to SAD on page 23, in an article called “Sleeping through SAD.” The article features a discussion about SAD with Dr. Lauren Scott, a researcher at Hedrick University in Germany. Finally, on page 34, you’ll learn how Dr. Livingston and Dr. Sue Tao of the National Psychiatric Institute discovered that cognitive behavioral therapy, a form of psychological therapy, can stimulate brain activity andincrease energy levels.

Administrative Assistant Needed John Leon Disability Care Inc. requires an administrative assistant to work in its central Los Angeles office. The organization specializes in the field of disability care services for elderly people. The successful candidate will enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, and be committed to the care and support of disabled people. The job involves a variety of administrative duties. These will include filing, letter writing, distributing mail, entering data into a computer, photocopying and maintaining records. Training will be provided, if necessary, to enable the job-holder to use the organization’s computer system. Applicants are required to have a university degree and some experience in administration. Salary will start at $25,000, and the incumbent is entitled to 15 paid-vacation days per year. Please fill out the application form, which can be downloaded from our website, and mail it to: Angie Garner Director, Personnel Department Job Applications John Leon Disability Care Inc. San Antonio Dr. Los Angeles, CA For further information, contact our personnel assistant, Adam Rye. at 214-845-6598, Applications that are not submitted in the form requested will not be considered for review. Starting date for applications: Immediately Closing date for applications: February 27 124 Rodeo Ave. Atlanta, GA 25874 404-587-3265 Personnel Department John Leon Disability Care Inc. San Antonio Dr. Los Angeles, CA 1 February To whom it may concern: I was extremely interested in your advertisement for the Administrative Assistant position, which appeared in the Atlanta Herald. I am presently affiliated with a highly regarded private medical supplies company, and I plan to ask my company’s vice president, Danny Bartholomew, to write a reference. Furthermore, Iam positive that he will give you a good reference. I have one problem though. I visited your organization’s website to download the application form, but for some reason, I could not access the application form with my computer. I called your personnel assistant several times yesterday and today, but the line always seems to be busy. Let me know what I should do about this situation, please. Thank you most sincerely for your time and consideration. Cordially, Eleanor Montgomery

Dear Ms. Knight, Thank you for giving Vacation Planners the opportunity to make your travel arrangements for your trip to Italy. We are confident that you will be very pleased with the destinations and accommodations we chose for you. Since you mentioned in your initial telephone call that your family was interested in Icalian cooking, for your stay in Rome, we booked a special tour of an authentic Italian restaurant, where an Italian chef will teach you how to prepare a traditional five-course Italian meal. As promised, we did not charge you for this activity. We recommend that you review the enclosed itinerary and e-mail us immediately, if you have any questions or would like to make any changes. Note: a $50 fee will be applied to any changes you make. We look forward to hearing from you and hope that you will afford us the opportunity to help you plan your next vacation or business trip. And don’t forget to take a look at the enclosed brochure, which highlights all the special deals we'll be offering thissummer. Thank you. Sincerely, Patrick Anderson Travel Associate Vacation Planners ___________________________ Destination Accommodation Rome (3 days) Rosa Hotel Venice (2 days) Green Hotel Florence (1 day) International Hotel Tuscany (3 days) Regency Bed and Breakfast Italian Riviera (2 days) Hotel Italiano •For more information on traveling to Italy, visit our new website at www.vacationplanners.com/Italy.

To: Rob Gordon From: Human Resources Subject: Employment Date:June 17 Dear Mr. Gordon, Thank you for your recent application for employment with Elton Insurance. An interview has been scheduled for you on Monday, June 23, at 10:00, with Mr. Alex Meadow, Head of Human Resources. This schedule may be changed and I will contact you again if that occurs. Mr. Meadow’s office is located on the 10th floor, Room 1009. I have been informed that he is very excited to meet with you, as he is a fellow graduate of Ohio State University. A forty-five-minute exam will be administered to you immediately following your interview, which will take approximately one hour. To be eligible for the position, you must receive a score of 75 percent or higher on the exam. If you are unable to keep this appointment or if you have any questions, please call me at (813) 555-4000. Paul Newton Human Resources June 23rd Interview Schedule for Associate Accountant Position (confirmed as of June 19) Room Name Time Interviewer Notes Linda Reid 8:00 a.m. 1008 Charles Orson Applicant graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in Business Finance. Kevin 8:30 a.m. 1007 Bethany Lumley Applicant holds a master's degree in accounting from Tulane University. Rob Gordon 9:00 a.m Applicant held associate accountant position for two years at Tuttle Capital Inc. Sara Overlay 9:30 a.m. 1010 Gail Devonshire Applicant received 2006 Performance Award from Warton Business Institute.

Dear Mr. Pompeii, On behalf of FRT Electronics, I'd like to thank you for your interest in submitting to us a product proposal relative to the FRT Digital Cell Phone. We always appreciate receiving ideas from independent inventors. Our firm receives many ideas, suggestions and proposals, and has many of its own projects under development. Nevertheless, we would be pleased to accept your proposal for review, provided it is accompanied by an acknowledgement letter signed and dated by you. Enclosed with this letter, you will find the specific terms and conditions (T&C) of submitting a proposal to FRT Electronics. If these terms are acceptable to you, please sign the document where indicated and return it together with your idea or proposal. Please note: FRT Electronics will only accept the original copy of the T&C document. Again, thank you for your time and interest in FRT Electronics. We look forward to hearing from you in the future. Very truly, Bob Appleby Project Manger Dear Mr. Appleby, I have reviewed the terms and conditions that were sent to me in a letter dated June 23, 2007. Unfortunately, I spilled coffee on the original document and therefore have copied the terms and conditionsfor submitting a project proposal to FRT Electronics below: I understand that: 1. Samples or other submissions will be returned to the submitter only if return postage or freight is prepaid. 2. The company accepts no responsibility for loss of samples in its possession. 3. The company shall pay compensation only in the event it, a) accepts the idea, and b) reaches an agreement with the submitter about intellectual property rights and commensurate compensation. Note: contracts are drafted on an individual basis and will vary according ro the estimated value of the proposed product or idea. The foregoing terms and conditions are understood and acknowledged: Charles Pompeii June 25, 2007 I have also included the project proposal for your review. Thank you again for this great opportunity. I took forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Charles Pompeii

Passage 1: Dear Mr.Wong, This is my first day back from my trip to Asia. I want to send you a note right away to thank you for the warm hospitality and help you provided during my visit. You and your staff demonstrated incredible professionalism, kindness, and talent in all your efforts. The presentation to the leadership team was unanimously well received. My two trips to Singapore over the last three months have solidified my opinion and belief that you and your team are definitely the right choice for our next groundbreaking project. I feel very confident that you will spearhead a very successful initiative for us. I will formally prepare the proposal details to send to my Chief Executive Officer, and I recommend we take the next step and formalize a contract for this upcoming project with you. Once that has been draft, I would like you and your senior members to take a trip to our offices here in New York to review the final details together. We will make all the necessary travel arrangements once we have a better idea about the timing. I trust that this will be good news for you and your team. Please contact me with any questions in the meantime. Will be in touch with you early next week Sincerely, Wayne Forman President, PGI Communication ********** Passage 2: To: Claire Lauder, CEO From: Wayne Forman, President Date: March 19, 2006 Re: Quick notes on my trip to Asia Claire, I just wanted to send you a quick note before my formal proposal regarding my trip to Asia and my assessment of the Adventure Media Services Group. As discussed briefly, my trips to Singapore over the last several months have proved to be very helpful in determining our next partner in our Project Best initiative. Adventure Media Services presented exceptional credentials, substantiated by further meetings, research findings, and facility tours.

Passage 1: Dear Ms. Lawrence Your subscription to Travelways Magazine is up for renewal in just a few issues. Please fill out the attached renewal form, and mail back the pre-paid card in order to prevent any disruption in your service. Again, we would be delighted to offer you the 40% savings off the newsstand prices, and, if you submit your renewal within the next 30 days, we will add on another 6 weeks of issues for free. We know that you are an avid reader, and we really appreciate your continued support of our publication. Our annual package of travel coupons, along with a weekend stay at the Grand Hotel, which is offered to customers who have subscribed with us for 5 or more years, will arrive shortly after you sign up for another year. As always, please contact us with any questions or suggestions at (516) 228-6777 to speak with me directly, or write to me at [email protected] Thank you! Sincerely, Janet K. Lee Travelways Magazine *********** Passage 2: Dear Ms. Lee, I am writing to confirm that I will not be renewing my subscription to Travelways Magazine when my subscription period is up at the end of this month. Thank you for your generous offer of the 40% savings along with 6 weeks of free issues. I have thoroughly enjoyed receiving the magazines over the last 7 years and would definitely be continuing my subscription if I were remaining in this country. I am transferring within my company to another country’s office and will no longer be working in the travel industry sector in my new position. As much as I have enjoyed the information in your magazine, I will need to focus on my future responsibilities and will not have much time outside of them. Your magazine is outstanding, and I will strongly recommend it to my colleagues and friends. Yours truly, Lia Lawrence