text:
SOURCE: International Stem Cell Corp.
November 18, 2013 07:30 ET
SCOTTSDALE, AZ--(Marketwired - Nov 18, 2013) - QualityStocks today announces that a new audio interview with International Stem Cell Corp. (OTCQB: ISCO) Executive Vice President Dr. Simon Craw is now available. The interview can be heard at http://www.qualitystocks.net/interview-isco.php.
International Stem Cell Corp. specializes in the therapeutic applications of human stem cells and the development and commercialization of cell-based biomedical products. ISCO has a strong patent portfolio offering clean intellectual property and was the first to develop and perfect a new class of human stem cells created from unfertilized human eggs through the company's patented process.
After highlighting his own extensive background as a scientist in the life science industry, Dr. Craw provides information on the company's CEO Professor Andrew Semechkin, a Russian Academy of Science member and internationally recognized scientist and business man.
Dr. Craw then explains considerable advances in the company's Parkinson's disease program, for which ISCO has carried out several stem cell-based experiments and recently concluded its first pilot primate study with favorable results.
"On the research and development side, the most significant achievements we've made this year are really in our Parkinson's disease program ..." says Dr. Craw. "This study was very very important for us to demonstrate that the symptoms of Parkinson's can be alleviated using a stem cell therapy and it's a precursor to any human studies that we would want to carry out."
ISCO in mid-2104 plans to submit to the U.S. FDA an investigational new drug (IND) application, and recently engaged Duke University as a partner to carry out the phase I clinical study of Parkinson's disease in human subjects.
Dr. Craw gives an in-depth explanation of the company's core technology, demonstrating how the company's stem cells are clinically superior in their ability to differentiate into other cells to treat millions of individuals without restriction, and how they bypass ethical controversy of embryonic stem cells.
"What we have at International Stem Cells is a proprietary stem cell platform that is unique and differentiated and actually offers substantial benefits over other stem cell platforms that are out there," he says.
Dr. Craw also offers an outlook on the company's goals for the remainder of 2013, including:
Looking beyond 2013, the company anticipates starting its phase 1 clinical trials in the middle of next year, representing a significant achievement for ISCO and individuals with the disease.
"That will be a very important milestone not just for the company but for everyone who suffers from this debilitating disease. We'll be the first company in the world that will be taking a stem-cell based product from a pluripotent stem cell platform and using it to treat people with this disease," Dr. Craw says in conclusion.
About International Stem Cell Corp.
International Stem Cell Corp. is focused on the therapeutic applications of human parthenogenetic stem cells (hpSCs) and the development and commercialization of cell-based research and cosmetic products. ISCO's core technology, parthenogenesis, results in the creation of pluripotent human stem cells from unfertilized oocytes (eggs) hence avoiding ethical issues associated with the use or destruction of viable human embryos. ISCO scientists have created the first parthenogenetic, homozygous stem cell line that can be a source of therapeutic cells for hundreds of millions of individuals of differing genders, ages and racial background with minimal immune rejection after transplantation. hpSCs offer the potential to create the first true stem cell bank, UniStemCell™. ISCO also produces and markets specialized cells and growth media for therapeutic research worldwide through its subsidiary Lifeline Cell Technology (www.lifelinecelltech.com), and stem cell-based skin care products through its subsidiary Lifeline Skin Care (www.lifelineskincare.com).
For more information visit http://www.internationalstemcell.com/
For more information on International Stem Cell Corp., visit: http://ISCO.qualitystocks.net/
About QualityStocks
Small Cap Stock Newsletter QualityStocks is a free service that collects data from hundreds of Small-Cap and Micro-Cap online Investment Newsletters into one free Daily Newsletter Report. QualityStocks also utilizes social media and networking to maintain constant communication with its rapidly growing audience. To date, QualityStocks has more than one million users following various social networking accounts.
QualityStocks is committed to connecting subscribers with companies that have huge potential to succeed in the short and long-term future. It is part of our mission statement to help the investment community discover emerging companies that offer excellent growth potential. We offer several ways for investors to learn more about investing in these companies as well as find and evaluate them.
The QualityStocks Blog
The QualityStocks Blog keeps investors up to date on everything related to the Small-Cap and Micro-Cap markets. Alternative fuels and power sources, entertainment media, telecommunications, delivery services, healthcare, and retail are all covered on a regular basis. By visiting our blog, investors also discover emerging companies that they otherwise would not have heard about. To date, more than 20,000 articles have been published via the QualityStocks Blog.
The QualityStocks Message Boards
The message board here at QualityStocks is one of the most highly regulated, no-nonsense forums online today; an uncommon haven of highly relevant, SPAM-free investor interaction. Unlike the majority of boards currently in operation, you won't find pumping, bashing, advertising, or malicious posting of any kind here. The QualityStocks Message Boards has over 34,000 registered users.
The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter
With all of the stock picks and recommendations available today in the investment world, selecting and deciding on the right stocks can be tedious and time consuming. At QualityStocks, we collate hundreds of investment newsletters into The ONE and ONLY "The QualityStocks Daily", featuring a summary format in which you can view the latest stock picks EVERYDAY.
You can SIGN UP NOW http://Signup.QualityStocks.net
Forward-Looking Statements:
This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain as they are based on current expectations and assumptions concerning future events or future performance of the company. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which are only predictions and speak only as of the date hereof. In evaluating such statements, prospective investors should review carefully various risks and uncertainties identified in this release and matters set in the company's SEC filings. These risks and uncertainties could cause the company's actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements.
Contact:Astra Thomas
Scottsdale, Arizona www.QualityStocks.com
Contact:Astra Thomas
Scottsdale, Arizona www.QualityStocks.com
See all RSS Newsfeeds


text:
Hi! First of all: thanks for visiting the site! My name is Suzanne, I'm 27 years old and live together with my husband and 3 cats near the beautiful Nijmegen in the Netherlands. In my day job I'm a graphic designer, but food is my real passion.
From obese to health freak
For years I've had an unhealthy relationship with food. From puberty I ate way too much, often and unhealthy, which resulted in being extremely overweight. In 2012 I was so unhappy with myself that I finally made a change in my lifestyle. I started working out and changed my diet, learning a lot about what did and didn't work for my body and to reach my goals. Finally I lost 22 kilo's.
Unfortunately I went from one end to another and got obsessed with the scale and calories. Physically I was healthy, but mentally still unhappy with all the thing I "couldn't" have anymore. Thankfully I've managed to change that too and now I'm able to fully enjoy food! Cooking and baking, I love it. Of course it's important to find balance, so you can enjoy things but also take good care of yourself. So every now and then you just need a big piece of chocolate cake and at other times it's better to choose a healthy salad or smoothie.
I started aangekoekt.nl to share my love for food, fitness, health and lifestyle with you guys. Even though I don't like sharing food, I love sharing recipes and have you all enjoy them. I hope you like it just as much as I do and can always find something you like!
Did you use one of my recipes? I'd love to see the end result! Tag me in your post or use #aangekoekt so I won't miss a thing.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Hi! :D
Recently got into coloring manga and I thought I'd share since reactions on tumblr have been unexpectedly good! :O
Click on each page to enlarge! <3
[06] Sailor Moon
[02] Magic Knight Rayearth
Still royalbk. Forever royalbk on all the sites. xP
Shittenou need more love!
And so do Senshi/Shittenou! *wants more art*
Shittenou need more love!


text:
Application using this process: EarthLink Enhanced Wireless Access
Recommended: Check your system for invalid registry entries.
Application using this process: EarthLink Enhanced Wireless Access
Recommended: Check your system for invalid registry entries.
Application using this process: EarthLink Enhanced Wireless Access
Recommended: Check your system for invalid registry entries.
What is elinkwirelessaccess.exe doing on my computer?
elinkwirelessaccess.exe is a process belonging to EarthLink Enhanced Wireless Access from EarthLink, Inc. Non-system processes like elinkwirelessaccess.exe originate from software you installed on your system. Since most applications store data in your system's registry, it is likely that over time your registry suffers fragmentation and accumulates invalid entries which can affect your PC's performance. It is recommended that you check your registry to identify slowdown issues.
In order to ensure your files and data are not lost, be sure to back up your files online. Using a cloud backup service will allow you to safely secure all your digital files. This will also enable you to access any of your files, at any time, on any device.
Is elinkwirelessaccess.exe harmful?
elinkwirelessaccess.exe has not been assigned a security rating yet.
elinkwirelessaccess.exe is unrated
Can I stop or remove elinkwirelessaccess.exe?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. Scan your system now to identify unused processes that are using up valuable resources. elinkwirelessaccess.exe is used by 'EarthLink Enhanced Wireless Access'.This is an application created by 'EarthLink, Inc.'. To stop elinkwirelessaccess.exe permanently uninstall 'EarthLink Enhanced Wireless Access' from your system. Uninstalling applications can leave invalid registry entries, accumulating over time.
Is elinkwirelessaccess.exe CPU intensive?
This process is not considered CPU intensive. However, running too many processes on your system may affect your PC's performance. To reduce system overload, you can use the Microsoft System Configuration Utility to manually find and disable processes that launch upon start-up.
Why is elinkwirelessaccess.exe giving me errors?Process related issues are usually related to problems encountered by the application that runs it. A safe way to stop these errors is to uninstall the application and run a system scan to automatically identify any PC issues.
Browse process directory by name
Process Library is the unique and indispensable process listing database since 2004 Now counting 140,000 processes and 55,000 DLLs. Join and subscribe now!


text:
Makes 1 ounce
Lip stains are perfect when you want just a hint of color. This recipe uses dried beet root powder, which is sold at natural food stores. You also could try fresh berry juice or alkanet root powder for color variations.
• 2 tablespoons light oil, such as sunflower, almond or walnut
• 1 tablespoon grated beeswax
• ⅛ to 1 teaspoon beet root powder (depending on color desired)
On a stove or in a microwave, gently heat oils and beeswax to melt wax. Add beet root powder and stir well. Don't worry if the mixture seems to separate; it will congeal when cool. As the mixture cools, you can add more powder, if necessary, to reach the desired shade (pink to deep red). Spoon lip stain into a clean container.
For more lip gloss and lip balm recipes, read the original article, Body & Soul: Soothing Glosses and Lip Balm Recipes.
Sit in on dozens of practical workshops from the leading authorities on natural health, organic gardening, real food and more!LEARN MORE


text:
Know more about this business than we do? Cool! Please submit any corrections or missing details you may have.Help us make it right
Be the first cleveland.com user to add photos or videos of Web Viper
Web Viper is located at 815 Superior Ave E in Cleveland and has been in the business of On-line Data Base Information Retrieval since 2005.
Web Viper is located at 815 Superior Ave E, Cleveland, OH. This location is in the Downtown neighborhood..


text:
There is increasingly an expectation amongst employees that they will be paid a lump sum – over and above pay in lieu of notice and any leave entitlements – when their role in the company has been terminated (other than for issues of misconduct).
In the past, this right was limited to award employees or those under various company schemes, but with the introduction of the Fair Work Act in 2010, the payment of redundancy became a universal right in such circumstances.
In previous articles, I have discussed when a redundancy arises. It arises where the job the person was doing no longer needs to be done. This usually is because it is either outsourced or staff numbers are cut and the duties involved in that role are shared equally amongst other staff. It may just be that the company ceases to make that line of product or provide that service. A final situation may be that a business unit is sold.
The answer – like so much in law – is yes and no. Employers are not obliged to pay redundancy in some specific circumstances:
There is a further exception which is available to the employer to the Fair Work Commission where an employer can argue that they were proactive in finding new roles for the employees and therefore should be excused from paying redundancy.
In a recent decision of the full bench of the Federal Court, the Court considered the circumstances of a company that had lost a contract.
The contract had gone out to tender again and a new tenderer had been successful. In that case, the employer took some steps to put the employees in contact with the new tenderer and 49 of the staff were successful in finding such a role. However, the new tenderer didn't recognise prior service with the employer. The question was whether the actions of the employer were significant enough as to allow them to be exempted from the payment of redundancy. The Court – controversially – found against the company and required them to pay redundancy to their staff (even though they had new roles).
Unfortunately, the full bench of the Federal Court didn't make any effort to set out what sort of steps it would expect the company to take.
The Courts seemed to distinguish between merely creating an opportunity and taking steps to actually secure employment with the new company.
The full bench assured us that they weren't setting too high a bar. I am not certain so sure. The difficulty with their decision is that it further encourages employers to look closely at permanent casual arrangements to avoid such liabilities and in some respects it diminishes the incentive on employers to take any steps at all unless they are certain that they have the full cooperation of the potential new employer – that is not always easy to achieve.
We would recommend that you do more than just contact the perspective employer. Rather, we suggest you work collaboratively with their HR or management to secure interviews for your staff, that you assist the staff with preparation of CV's. It may be timely that you organise for some of those interviews to occur on your premises.
For further information on employment law, please contact:
If you would like to republish this article, it is generally approved, but prior to doing so please contact the Marketing team at email@example.com
This article is not legal advice and the views and comments are of a general nature only. This article is not to be relied upon in substitution for detailed legal advice.
Liability limited by a scheme approved under professional standards legislation


text:
DUBAI (Reuters) - Iran's supreme leader moved on Saturday to break a factional deadlock over the sensitive Ministry of Higher Education by reinstating President Hassan Rouhani's moderate pick as interim minister, Iranian media reported.
On Tuesday, the conservative-dominated parliament rejected his fourth nominee to lead universities, which have been centers of ideological battles between pro-democracy reformers and Islamist hardliners.
The ministry has been run by a caretaker, Mohammad Ali Najafi, since August, when a moderate technocrat appointed by Rouhani to the post was impeached for alleged ties to the ill-fated pro-democracy unrest that followed then-president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's disputed re-election in 2009.
Two other nominees for the post have failed to get a vote of confidence from the assembly, and Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's decision to keep Najafi in charge for another three months buys Rouhani time to fill the portfolio.
Iran's constitution sets a three-month limit on running a ministry under a caretaker, leaving the final say to the supreme leader. The president has picked a fifth nominee - former health minister Mohammad Farhadi - to be reviewed by parliament on Wednesday.
Rouhani was elected by a large majority last year on a pledge to ease repression at home and promote reconciliation abroad, toward ending Iran's punishing international isolation.
His year-long attempt to secure a negotiated settlement over the contested nuclear program has yet to bear fruit amid resistance from an entrenched conservative old guard.
(Reporting by Mehrdad Balali; editing by Susan Thomas)


text:
The Magnum - Courteney's all purpose motorcycle boot. Comfortable for riding and walking. Designed for adventure in the bush or down town. A mid-calf lace-up boot made from Buffalo with soft Impala collar.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a special order item and will take a little longer to reach you. Your patience will be worth it though!
Tel: +27 (0)11 805 2735
Fax: +27 (0)11 315-2277
GPS: South 25°59'765" East 28°07'655"
Shop 54, Boulders Centre
Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa


text:
Studio Classes
A wide range of classes to suit any age or ability.
We offer a wide range of classes to suit any age or ability, running throughout the week, so there'll always be something on at a time convenient for you.
- Read about our range of classes on offer to see what will suit your individual fitness goals.
- See what classes are running on our current Studio Timetable.
Non-members Welcome
You don't have to be a member to come to our studio classes - just pay per class. However, if you do decide to join, you'll find that membership has many benefits!
You'll receive preferential class booking, as well as saving money if you come regularly - starting with our special class-only Value membership, we've a range of membership options costing as little as £25 per month. Plus you get access to our online class booking system for your convenience.
If you use the gym as well, you can sign up to one of our Standard or Results membership packages which which include studio classes.


text:
I finished up my IS-5 this afternoon, after adding some snow effect to help bring it into line with the rest of my army. The oil wash effect worked really well as you can see on the back of the turret. A bit more practice I think and I should be able to crank though a whole tank really quickly.
So in anticipation of my IS-48 turning up sometime in the near future. I created some more stat cards for them as well.


text:
This is a page from
Aromatherapy For Your Soul by Dr Silvia Hartmann
Lindera Benzoin: Soft and warm, coming from far away, re-assuring,
deep support, a different kind of love.
This is for people who feel cold and lonely, far
from home, unloved even though they are surrounded
by many. Benzoin brings an old love, a very primal
form of love and protection that lies at the
foundation of a person's strength in life.
A woman lies in her bed, she is ill and though her loved
ones are caring for her, she doesn't seem to notice them
in her distress.
As the lights burn low and night is at its deepest,
there comes an ancient spirit in the guise of a wise old
woman into the house where all are sleeping now, save
for the sick woman who is battling for her life.
The wise old one comes and sits on her bed, takes her
hand and from them flows a river of the oldest love, the
love of life, soothing the woman in body, mind and soul,
and healing her, turning the tide.
Magic Bottle


text:
Definition of wipe (something) clean
- I wiped the table clean.
- After the accident, his memory of the day was wiped clean.
: to rub with or as if with something soft for cleaning
: to clean or dry by rubbing
: to draw, pass, or move for or as if for rubbing or cleaning
: blow, strike
: jeer, gibe
: an act or instance of wiping
: some indeterminate or unspecified thing
: some indeterminate amount more than a specified number
: a person or thing of consequence
: in some degree : somewhat
used as an intensive giving adverbial force to an adjective
: free from dirt or pollution
: free from contamination or disease
: free or relatively free from radioactivity
: so as to clean
: in a clean manner
: all the way : completely
: to make clean: such as
: to rid of dirt, impurities, or extraneous matter
: to rid of corruption
: an act of cleaning dirt especially from the surface of something
What made you want to look up wipe (something) clean? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
having an air of easy unconcern
Get Word of the Day daily email!
The story of an imaginary word that managed to sneak past our editors and enter the dictionary.


text:
A lot of the tweets were nasty, including the predictable attacks on Clinton's appearance, callbacks to her husband's affair with Monica Lewinsky, and anti-government conspiracy theories. But, there were also a number of more substantial, policy-based criticisms.
Here are the Twitterverse's biggest issues with HRC:
1. Foreign Policy
Clinton's time as Secretary of State means she has more hands-on experience in foreign policy than any of her potential Republican opponents — which also means more examples for detractors to criticize. First up: Benghazi, the attack on the U.S. Embassy in Libya that left four people dead. The conspiracy theories of a State Department cover-up around this tragedy are not the only source of frustration. Clinton voted to go to war in Iraq, and throughout her time in the Obama administration, she has supported military intervention in the Middle East.
#WhyImNotVotingForHillary Secretary of State...Drones killed more Women And Children than American Sniper.— BLACKBALL (@wkschanz) April 12, 2015
2. Secrecy
While the hashtag did get flooded with insults and less-than-substantive critiques, the recent scandal over revelations that Clinton set up a private email server and conducted State Department business on it gave fodder to anyone with reservations about her Oval Office appeal.
How can you run a country when u can't figure out how to set up 2 email accounts on your phone?
#WhyImNotVotingForHillary— RockPrincess (@Rockprincess818) April 13, 2015
With Jeb Bush reportedly preparing his own campaign launch, 2016 will look very much like 1992. And 2000. And Twitter does not like déjà vu.
#WhyImNotVotingForHillary No more Clintons. No more Bushes. AND, I'm old enough to remember Hillary's behavior as FLOTUS.— C. Lofing (@CyberLofing) April 13, 2015
#WhyImNotVotingForHillary no candidate should practically be given the party nomination virtually unchallenged.— Barricade (@Kyredwood) April 13, 2015
4. The Economy
While she has started to talk about income inequality and the struggles of working class people, Clinton is expected to raise more than $2 billion for her campaign, and her support of trade agreements and long, cozy relationship with Wall Street banks have many on the left anxious to see a more progressive candidate jump into the race.
5) Her stance on the TPP
6) Questionable stance on the Keystone XL
7) Only now cares about income inequality— Jeanine Calkin (@jeaninecalkin) April 12, 2015
Lectures about income inequality while making more for one speech than low income Amdricans make in one year #WhyImNotVotingForHillary— Edward F. (@edwardfinley198) April 12, 2015
While Americans are facing largest income inequality gap & poverty wages, Hillary plans to raise $2.5 billion #WhyImNotVotingForHillary— Laila Abdelaziz (@lailabdelaziz) April 12, 2015


text:
Diversified Clinical Services, Inc. (DCS) presented the "Center of Distinction Award" to Wilson Medical Center's Regional Wound & Hyperbaric Medicine. Accepting the award on behalf of the Wound Center Staff were Program Director, Diana Cunningham, RN, CWS, FCCWS and Medical Director, F. Allen Moorhead Jr., M.D.
The award was presented to the Wound Center because of their high patient satisfaction scores, outstanding clinical performance and their 94 percent heal rate, which is above national standards.
DCS partners with Wilson Medical Center to provide specialized treatments through the Wound Center to heal diabetic foot wounds, vascular disorders, pressure ulcers, as well as many other types of wounds that do not respond to normal medical care within 30 days.
In November DCS recognized the hospital's Wound Center as the top regional center for the month.
The Center's award-winning care allowed for a second hyperbaric oxygen chamber to be installed. Since opening in July, 1999, the Center has been able to treat four patients a day with hyperbaric oxygen therapy and has provided more than 4,400 hyperbaric oxygen treatments. On average, one in every four patients treated at the Wound Care Center will benefit from hyperbaric oxygen therapy. The availability of the second chamber will now allow the Center to treat twice as many hyperbaric patients on a daily basis.
Wilson Medical Center is the only wound care center serving Southeast Kansas and Northeast Oklahoma that provides hyperbaric oxygen therapy, an aid in wound care healing. The experienced wound care team consists of four physicians with advanced wound care education and approved hyperbaric medicine education through the Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine Society (UHMS), two certified wound care specialists with advanced wound care education and completion of the UHMS-approved hyperbaric medicine course, experienced RNs, LPNs, and support staff.
"Our program is primarily devoted to healing problem wounds and helping our patients to reclaim their quality of life," said Diana Cunningham, RN, CWS, FCCWS, Program Director. "We are honored to receive this Award of Excellence from DCS."


text:
Everyday comfortable, yet track-ready, the 2014 Hyundai Genesis is one of the better performance-car picks if your budget is tight.
Now in its fifth model year, the 2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is edging ever closer to being a real sports car. Last year's refresh and updating--which included retuned steering and suspension, stronger engines, and a new eight-speed automatic transmission--brings it to the point where it could almost rival performance models that start at far more than its starting price below $27,000.
Now, for 2014, Hyundai has continued to update the Genesis Coupe--making it that mch more attractive to enthusiasts. Four-cylinder models have a new engine-intake sound-induction pipe for a sportier sound inside the car. Automatic models now include rev-matching on downshifts. And those on top of the new styling and increased feature set from last year's improvements make it just that much sportier.
As it stands, the Genesis Coupe remains a pretty bold move for Hyundai. Not only did it mark Hyundai's entrance into an area of the market that Japanese automakers had long since abandoned (rear-wheel-drive sport coupes); it also runs an interesting side game along the brand's strategy as a maker of practical, high-value crossovers and cars.Visually, the Genesis Coupe covers some new ground for Hyundai while combining the brand's 'Fluidic Sculpture' look of recent years with a lot more aggression and extrovertedness. With last year's redesign, it got an injection of extra power and performance, as well as more of a bolder face, better detailing, and more of a premium sports-car look inside.
Hyundai also last year made some major progress in adding the sort of precise feel and finely honed dynamics that some of the competition had but the Genesis Coupe was originally missing. The 2.0T engine—a 2.0-liter in-line four—has a twin-scroll turbocharger and larger intercooler and now makes 274 horsepower and 275 pound-feet of torque, with peak torque reached at just 2,000 rpm; and a new 3.8-liter direct-injection V-6 in the 3.8 models makes 348 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. With either engine, you have a choice between a standard six-speed manual or Hyundai's new eight-speed automatic, with rev-matched downshifts and steering-wheel paddle-shifters.If you've been around many sports cars, think about how classic Japanese sports-car models like the Nissan 240SX or Toyota Supra might be today, and you won't be far off the mark with the Genesis Coupe. Thankfully, very few of the driving characteristics from Hyundai's front-wheel-drive cars carry over into the Genesis Coupe. Shift action is clean and precise, clutch takeup is neat and, most importantly, the steering is a tried-and-true hydraulic system, tuned just right.
While the Genesis Coupe is a sports coupe first and foremost, it's still pretty impressive inside. It takes good care of front-seat occupants, and with a spacious trunk and a reasonably refined cabin experience—plus improved interior materials—it's as good for long weekend hauls or the commute as it is for the racetrack. The exhaust note of the 3.8 has been made more urgent (and sonorous) with a soundbox; and for 2014, they've applied a similar strategy to the four. This year, R-Spec models get better seat bolsters for their sport seats, and manual versions get a Hill-Start Assist feature.
Features have been improved on the 2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, although prices have been raised more than $2,000 so there's no claiming there's a bigger bang for the buck. Those higher prices bring standard fog lamps, cruise control, an auto-dimming inside mirror, and heated mirrors to all models--on top of Bluetooth, an iPod/USB interface, keyless entry, A/C, and a trip computer--and Hyundai Assurance Connected Car telematics are now included for three years if you get BlueLink services on upper trims.
Step up to the R-Spec and you get a track-tuned suspension, 19-inch wheels on summer tires, Brembo brakes, a Torsen limited-slip diff, as well as appearance extras.


text:
The weather is warm, the days still feel long (although, at 5:00 a.m. for Saturday market, I'm already waking up in the dark)—summer is in full effect, but you know the season's soon changing because the field is clearing out. Today, I did some tilling, cleaning up before weeds … [Read more...] about Garden in transition
Making mulch, part 3
The grass and alfalfa mix spread in the greenhouse a few days ago is drying nicely—it's almost done! It was a tad touch and go at first, the rows in the field were starting to turn black and decompose, and no sun in sight. So I turned it a couple of times a day for the first … [Read more...] about Making mulch, part 3
Making mulch, part 2
Working just ahead of more rain, Conall (fighting a cold that's knocking people out around here—farmers can't get sick!) and I raked the mini-windrows of grass and alfalfa into little mounds, piled it on the trailer, and dumped it in the greenhouse to finish drying. In the week … [Read more...] about Making mulch, part 2
Making mulch
Yet another experiment: making mulch from some of the hay that grows alongside the garden. The hay, originally alfalfa and red clover, is dying out, and what's left is mainly grass and alfalfa, currently around 10" (25cm) high. I cut it with the riding mower, which instead of … [Read more...] about Making mulch


text:
Blue Line 21.5" HMI Operator Station
Touch display with integrated keyboard for Life Science.
• Stainless steel AISI 304/acid resistant 316L
• 21.5" TFT display
• Projected capacitive touch
• Monitor or with build-in PC/client
• Can be operated with gloves
Om Produktet +
Blue Line HMI Operator Station is an elegant and flexible product line designed to meet the requirements in life science industries, where hygienic conditions are the cornerstone as well as personnel safety, comfort, and security. Blue Line enables you to optimise the workflow.
Whether used for uninterrupted traceability, formula checking, weighing, quality assurance or for controlling production, they guarantee absolute reliability.
All operator touch PCs can be delivered as a monitor or as an all-in-one unit with build‐in PC or client. With a 21.5" touch screen, operators can easily enter and retrieve data, even when wearing gloves. The bright display offers comfortable working conditions due to its ergonomically optimised screen.
This model includes an easy cleanablea and sterile keyboard that supports easy data processing. The flexible concept also offers a broad selection of input/output such as USB, LAN, RS‐232 and more.
Blue Line Operator Touch PC series includes a wide range of mounting solutions ranging from in‐wall, on‐wall, stand, pipe floor to ceiling mounting as well as customer specific designs, e.g. integration in machines.
The cabinets are consciously designed with slanted sides and rounded edges, as well as smooth partitions, so that fluids – for example, water that has been spilled on the screen or the keyboard – slides off. Rounded edges also mean that products are easy to clean, even in the corners. These solutions are perfect for sterile environments.
Blue Line's solutions are high quality, reliable, secure, efficient and compliant to all environments in the life science industries enabling you to optimise manufacturing and workflow.
• Robust fully welded sealed enclosure
• Stainless steel AISI 304 that withstands tough cleaning as VHP and ethanol
• Option for acid resistant stainless steel 316L
• 21.5" TFT display projected capacitive touch
• Can be operated with up to 3 layers of gloves
• Monitor or with build-in PC/client
• Cleanable, sterile keyboard
• Flexible mounting for wall, pipe, pole, feet etc.
• Connects to 90-264V AC, (optional 10-36V DC)
• Option for integrated barcode reader
• Option for USB and serial ports
Tekniske Specifikationer +
|Stainless steel console with integrated PC and keyboard
|Fully sealed enclosure in stainless steel AISI 304 (optional acid resistant stainless steel AISI 316L)
|Projected capacitive multi-touch, support gloves
|Projected capacitive multi-touch, support gloves
|250 nits
|Intel Bay Trail - Intel Atom E3845, 1.9 GHz (optional Intel Core i5) 4GB RAM
|Half size 2.5" SSD
|1 x Ethernet (2 x Ethernet optional)
|1-4 x USB 2.0
|Windows 7
|Windows 8.1
|Windows 10
|Windows 10 IoT
|Windows Embedded Standard 7
|Windows Embedded 8 Standard
|90-264V AC, (optional 10-36V DC)
|40 Watt (Max)
|0°C to 50°C
|H364 x W573 x D323 mm, 18.2 kg
|Wall, top, pipe mounting
|Other options, available according to requirements
|Standard 1 year (option for 3 years)


text:
Welcome to my Website!
I recently earned my doctoral degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of Wyoming. I am starting a new job at Earlham College as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology (July 1st, 2018). I enjoy teaching psychology courses to undergraduate students and conducting research in cognition and the scholarship of teaching and learning (SOTL).
Feel free to explore my website and to contact me if you have any questions!
Contact: email@example.com


text:
There are 8 cabanas here and it is a family run operation with the husband, wife and two kids pitching in. Everything was extremely clean. The maid (daughter?) did a very thorough job every day. The cabanas are located about 100 yards as the crow...More
"A bit of Bavaria in Venezuela"


text:
Get dining news including restaurant closures and qualify for giveaways.
Aldo's is an Italian pasta restaurant in New Westminster.
We had dinner at Aldo's on Sunday. When we called for reservations we were told that they had a large dinner party that evening but that they could fit us in. It is a small restaurant but the service was very good considering the large group and the fact that there was only 1 server.
They have primarily pizza and pasta. There are only 4 entrees, 3 veal dishes and 1 chicken dish. With the pasta you pick your sauce and pasta combination. We decided to share a large pizza (you pick your own toppings and the price is determined by the size of pizza and number of toppings ordered.) We decided to share a large pizza and an order of pasta. We had a linguine with smoked salmon and alfredo sauce. This was very tasty and it had large chunks of smoked salmon. The pasta was nicely cooked al dente. They do not make all their own pastas. The waiter said that some of the pastas are not homemade. The pizza was also very good and again they were very generous with the toppings. The server checked on us a few times during the course of our meal and was very attentive. Before the pizza and pasta were served we were given nice hot rolls from the oven. They were really good but I didn't want to fill up on bread.
Our server was very gracious. When we first sat down I found our table to be very cool because the front door was open. We asked him if it was possible to close the door and he did it without any hesitation or fuss.
I did like the Italian music they had playing in the background. It was very soft so it was not intrusive. It just added to the ambiance.
As we were leaving someone from the birthday group asked us if we would like to take some of their birthday cake with us. What a kind gesture.
This is a nice restaurant and we would return
Mrs. C and I were once again seeking Italian food, and we decided to give this place a try. It is located near the Columbia Skytrain station, amidst the thicket of bridal shops. At night this part of town is a little dodgy, but there were definitely no scruffians at the restaurant.
The restaurant itself was very welcoming and everything was clean including the w/c. We had a reservation and the manager seated us herself. The place does mostly pasta, but they also have pizza and some meat dishes. I selected a veal parmigiana with penne pasta and accompanied it with a Caesar salad and an inexpensive glass of red wine. My beloved dining companion had a fettuccine Alfredo with salmon. She had a very good cafe latte with her meal.
The food was quite good. The salad was great. My veal was tender and the pasta was a perfect al dente. The sauce was flavorful, packed with tomato goodness and not watery. It looked very home made. Mrs. C reported that her Alfredo pasta and sauce was excellent, and the salmon was a perfect complement to the dish. Portion sizes were generous.
Service was good and we found the staff to be friendly and attentive. No attitude here. We also were happy to find it was not expensive. It was a nice meal in a decent restaurant at a good price.
Restaurants get tired. I'd never been here before the other night but I know this place needs a makeover. If you could imagine the menu and decor of every little unimaginative Italian restaurant you've ever been to ... this is the embodiment of all that. Aldo's specials were interesting, rabbit in wine sauce and seafood angioletti, but only passable and lacking life. This place has lost the ummph it might have had at one time. Too bad, I believe the restaurant is run with the best of intentions and to make the customers happy, but it needs an infusion of youth and imagination to last another 1000 years. I'm going to go once more to try try the house standards to make sure I haven't too hastily misjudged this place. Will report back if different result. Over and out.
Went here in a large group, complete with young children. We all left satisfied.
This place adds to the street scene in downtown New Westminster. Aldo's has a cozy family feel to it, and you are welcomed as you come in. The food is simple, and appears to be fresh.
All of us started with salads. They were on the "safe" side, and generally delivered as described. A good portion with fresh and simple ingredients. I don't know how some places screw up salad, but some really do. You can win friends with salad. The bread and butter was sort of Safewayish though.
Various pasta dishes were all acceptable, and satisfying. Not the best we have had, but none of us were feeling that we could have done better with some fancy brands of sauce and pasta bought at Costco or Urban Fare. The owner came and asked us how things were, which was a nice touch. Server was reasonably attentive.
Good value for the money, but we forgot to bring our Entertainment Coupon. If we did, the evening would have been an incredible value.
I have been here before, and will return.
I have been a regular diner at Aldo's for about 5 years, and I am going to update my review.
DC and AB of Port Moody's review was well titled: "Hidden Gem". Aldo's is indeed just that.
After some hits and misses with servers over the last 5 years or so, Aldo hired a young italian guy about two years ago who has really helped to improve the overall atmosphere of this restaurant. He is a first-rate server, and provides an honest opinion on the daily specials.
Aldo's pasta is home-made, fresh, and always properly al dente - if you get the gnocchi on the day it is made, it is an especially fine treat. There are several dishes that are in my favourites list, in no specific order:
- Gnocchi with marinara sauce: Sometimes very good; sometimes truly superb.
- Gnocchi with putanesca sauce: I find this one just a tad too spicy-hot for my taste, but nonetheless, quite tasty.
- Linguinni with white or red clam sauce: Wonderful.
- Tortellini with calabrese sauce: Excellent (sometimes ravioli with calabrese is available as a special).
- Linguinni with pesto sauce: Very, very good.
- Steelhead fillet in white wine and lemon sauce: Exquisite (although the accompanying penne with bolognese sauce seemed a not particularily well suited side dish).
If you want a traditional italian style pizza, make a special order and have it with no cheese and only one or two strongly flavoured toppings such as garlic and chopped anchovies, or capers and black olives.
Aldo used to make a delicious zabaglione desert (warm, rich, and very filling), but, sadly, this has been removed from the menu; however, I have ordered this great desert and even though it is no longer on the menu, Aldo was willing to make it.
As for negatives, there are a few. Some dishes continue to be rather odd. The minestrone and the primavera sauce have water chestnuts and baby corn, which I think is not only odd, but a mistake. The baby corn in particular adds a strong, and to my taste, inappropriate and somewhat unpleasant tang to this otherwise good dish. I would have given the food a 5 rating, but for these oddities.
The overall atmosphere is, hmm, well, kind of plain, but not unpleasant. The music playing in the background is rather trite and cliche, but not bad. The room is often a bit too cold in the winter, and the red wine is often a bit too warm in the summer.
Lastly, I think the prices, especially for the wine (bottles are often marked up to more than 100% over liquor store prices, and by the glass is sometimes as much as $13), are a tad too high for the value, but not exceptionally so.
All-in-all, Aldo's is definitely one of my favourite New Westminster restaurants, and it is just around the corner from where I live. I drop in at least twice a month.
I wandered in to this place thinking there was an incredible special on including a glass of wine for 12 bucks at about 6:30 PM. Turns out that is the lunch special they leave outside on the sandwich board standing on the sidewalk. I was the only table in the place. I felt a bit duped and almost left but thought what the heck "might as well try it".
I am glad I did. I had homemade Angolotti pasta stuffed with real crab meat and served in a shrimp alfredo sauce. This dish was lovely. The sauce was just right not too heavy and made with real cream and little baby shrimp. A small loaf of hot hot bread was whisked to my table with plenty of butter as well. The price was only 15.99 which still made it very affordable to order a glass of the house red which was just "ok" but adequate.
The service was good and the waiter polite. This was one of the best meals I have enjoyed out in recent memory. I recommend Aldo's for a pasta dinner if you want one. Don't let the "pasta bar" they advertise fool you into thinking it is one of those fast food places. I think they should drop the term as it does not do them justice and it held me back from going for awhile. A great place to go and enjoy and nice Italian dinner. Kudo's to Aldo!
Decided to give Aldo's Pasta Bar another try since it had been about two years since my last visit (which was kind of average). Reading some of the reviews on DineHere, I can see some trends that reflect my experience.
The Good
- The younger Italian server was very skilled. Warm, friendly, efficient, and an excellent staff member for running the front of the house
- The buns were incredible! Whatever they use to keep them or make them warm leaves them nice and flaky on the outside and warm and soft on the inside.
- The decor was nicely updated and the table/glasses/cutlery were very clean
- The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente!
The Bad
- On the seafood appetizer, the shrimp tasted strangely metallic and overly "fishy"
- The Italian salad was grossly over priced for the amount of butter lettuce and tomato on the plate
- The meatballs that came with the bolognese were bland and left a bitter after taste
- The owner, Aldo showed a real lack of professionalism in yelling at my dining companion and I when he asked how the meal was and I politely and simply said, well, it's ok, the meatballs aren't to my taste." My feeling is you shouldn't ask the question if you only expect glowing and fawning praise.
- The ice cream dessert was freezer burnt
Food wise this was probably one of the worst dining experiences I've had in a very long time. It's too bad the kitchen couldn't match the skill of our server.
Used Groupon to try something new last night. This place is 20 minutes away from our home in Port Moody so we decided to venture. Had read the reviews so really we had no expectations. Upon arrival we were greeted in a very pleasant manner. The restaurant is small and intimate....not so much romantic but very pleasant. We ordered a bottle of good chianti off the very limited wine list. To our elation, they decanted the wine at our table (something oh so many restaurants in this price range dont offer). Our server was very pleasant and attentive. We started with the House antipasto which was very authentic Italian and tasty. We followed that with gnocchi with carbonara sauce...stop here...possibly the best gnocchi we have had. Real potatoe and homemade Carbonara. Then, the veal Parmigiana with a simple tomatoe sauce...outstanding. All the pasta is fresh made on premise as are the sauces. Tomatoe sauce was thick and so wonderfully fresh tasting. We chatted a bit with the chef/owner and came away with the sense they have a real pride in the food they are serving here. Nothing over the top but a truly nice spot with great Italian food. Took the teramisu home and have yet to try...tonight for sure. Will definately hit this spot again when the desire for great tasting tomatoe sauce hits again.
Aldo's is New Westminster's hidden gem. Located along the main drive through New Westminster's waterfront, serves up amazing dishes. We frequent Aldo's anytime we want to celebrate, indulge or even just relax.
Invariably, my boyfriend and I always order the same thing: gnocchi with carbonara sauce and penne with tre colore sauce (pesto, alfredo and tomato sauce mixed together). Sometimes we go in telling ourselves we'll try something new, but we can never stay away from our favourite dishes.
The tre colore sauce is perfect. It is tangy, smooth and thick with fresh pesto. It is almost a stew in and of itself. The gnocchi carbonara may seem like a small portion, but it's loaded with fresh bacon and has a thick, creamy sauce. The dish avoids being too rich or fatty, but the wonderful bacon flavours entice even the most stringent of vegetarians (I myself am guilty...oops). We always order a half-litre of the house red, which is a delicious compliment to any meal.
We go to Aldo's about once per month, and we've always been confused by the negative reviews we've found on here. It's affordable in comparison to the Keg or Boathouse, and the food, service and the atmosphere far exceed anything in the vicinity. We highly recommend this restaurant
I can't believe reading some of the negative post?? Some people should stick to eating Big Macs. I guess Groupon brings these type of people.
This place is simply amazing. It's owned and operated by an Italian family, the atmosphere is cozy and romantic and the pasta is some of the best I've ever had; the absolute best in New West that's for sure! This time the restaurant was full, and while there were only two servers catering to 10 - 12 busy tables, the service was polite and efficient. We had the veal parmigiano (my husband), fettucine con funghi (20 year old son) and gnocchi carbonara (me), and all three dishes were generously portioned and excellent. The assorted antipasto (cappicolo, salami, mozzarella, olives and pickled vegetables) was also terrific
Bought groupon. Wish i had heard of them before.
So we ordered the Baked Escargot in Garlic Butter as the app, I must say it was really good. It was very flavorful and rich.
The Veal dish was tender and had a unique flavourable marsala sauce. I loved the homemade pasta sauce that came with the entree. It was zesty and full bodied, lots of flavour. It was a creamy tomato.
My wife got the smoked salmon with gnocchi in carbonara sauce. The gnocchi was simply the best I ever had. It has a distinct taste of potato, instead of flour. We asked them why their gnocchi tasted so different, it's because it's home made with almost all potato instead of loaded with flour. As you can see the gnocchi are all irregular shaped, hence it's home made. The carbonara sauce was great.
The Tira Misu also good and it was homemade. But I have had better.
The decor was simple and plain, a very home like feel to it. Overall, this place is great for pasta. Their pasta are either home made of fresh delivered everyday.
Great food and a great date location.
The chef even came out and mingled with the diners to see how they enjoyed their meals. We felt like we were in a movie or something!
It's decent pasta with a pretty good wine list too. Not Italy by any means, but a million times better than the Spag. Fact. or Olive Garden.
We'll definitely go back.
Yummmyy....went there cuz we had a coupon. Turned out the food was fabulous! The red house wine was to die for! Yummyyyy...
BF had the veal and I had chicken linguine. All very tasty. Desserts overpriced for the size, but the ambiance and decor is magnifico!
Will go back AGAIN, and without a coupon!
Visited this family run Italian restaurant. Very friendly couple and provide outstanding and warm service. We started with a tomato and cheese salad. The dressing was homemade and was excellent. My wife had Rotini in a creamy meat sauce and I had the seafood cannellini. We both felt the food here was great and will be returning soon. I recommend if you still have room to try the Tira Misu it seems the owners make their own dessert. yummy
We have been to this place a few times. The first time we went it was pretty good - nothing to write home about, but solid Italian food. Not as good as some really amazing Italian restaurants, but much better than say the Spaghetti Factory.
The second time we went, it was really delicious. They had a special of chicken ravioli that was amazing. We went with four other people and they all said their food was great.
Since then, they haven't had that particular dish so I haven't had a meal as good. Overall, it's pretty decent but by far not as good as the Heritage Grill next door.
Very disappointing, would have been better off going to the Spaghetti Factory at least I would have gotten a better bang for my buck, same quality food. The special was good, Calabrese fettucini was very disapointing as well as the ceasar salad. The very least they could use real grated parmesan. The service was very good, it should have been as we were the only table in the restaurant.
My office is on Columbia, so I visit Aldo's weekly for lunch and less frequently for dinner.
Never had a bad meal. The Strachiateli is as good as it gets; terrific caesar salad; excellent tiramisu.
I generally lean toward the daily specials (ravioli in particular). My guests tend to have the lasagna or canneloni; always very happy.
The menu, IMO, demonstrates that these folks know their talents and stick to it. Properly prepared pastas and fresh authentic sauces. The Cardinale might be my favourite.
I like having a terrific neighbourhood spot like this where I never need a reservation, know it will be quiet, and great value. But I also want these guys to be successful, so encourage you to drop by.
On Saturday night my husband ad I saw a coupon in the local paper so thought we would give Aldo's a try. Unfortunately, we did not read the fine print on the coupon that excluded Friday's and Saturday's. However, we did order two veal dishes. Our dinner arrived and I could not believe the small portions on the rather large plates....no veggies, nothing but a few pieces of veal soaked in sauce. The veal picatta was so salty I had to wash it down with three glasses of water. The pasta (which came on a separate small side plate) was bland and sticky...much like Chef Boyardee in a can. I was going to send back the veal but it seemed unnecessary since the portion was so small....I was so hungry I ate it in a few bites. When the waitress asked if everything was OK I said I was not happy with the service or the food. The chef/owner(?) overheard and went on to chastise me for not speaking up sooner. It was very uncomfortable having to listen to his rather loud lecture while others in the restaurant looked on. Sorry....Aldo's is off our list....we won't be back.
My husband and I went here for the first time for dinner on a Saturday night, and when we walked in we were almost tempted to turn tail and leave before the waitress saw us. There wasn't another single soul in there. Not usually a good sign.
As luck would have it, we were too slow, and the waitress was over in a flash, so we just stayed. I have to say, I wonder why there was no one else in there. The food was pretty good, if a tad overpriced, and we couldn't complain about the service or how fast the food was because it was both fast and great.
Before we left, another couple did come in and sat down, but I think these guys need to do some advertising, hire a musician or renovate to get the customers curious about old Aldo's.
I ate at Aldo's on a rainy Thursday evening. I was the only customer, and that contributed to the outstanding attentive service of the pleasant waiter. The food was just above average, I had the California salad, tasted fresh and flavourful, but had way too much lettuce in the mix. The veal scallopini with mushroom sauce was not quite as appetizing as I expected, with the strong mushroom sauce drowning any subtle flavours of the veal. The accompanying penne pasta with meat sauce was above average, fresh, on the slightly soft side of al dente, with a very tasty meat sauce. Prices are definitely on the high side.
Early on in the meal the owner came out of the kitchen, and sat at his own table opposite me - occasionally staring at me with an unfriendly look on his face, from time to time he would annoyingly, and loudly whistle with the background music. He also had intense, almost heated discussions in Italian with the waiter, agitating the pleasant mood of the waiter. No jolliness or welcome from the owner, unfriendly vibe. Very strange, and possibly partially explaining the emptiness of the restaurant. Poor ambiance. Will not visit again
|Pho Pho You (0 m)
|Heritage Grill (11 m)
|Subway (31 m)
|Met Bar & Grill, The (62 m)
|Lafflines Comedy Club (89 m)
|Columbia Street Sandwich Company (130 m)
|Patsara (140 m)
|Starbucks (145 m)
|Sushi Yen (149 m)
|Starbucks (163 m)


text:
Just telling and retelling my life. As it happens. No sugary candy coating, just the real deal struggles of being a single mother raising my daughter who was a victim of child abuse.
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Mmmm Cookies!
Head on over to her blog to enter!
5 comments:
- JMom said...
Hi Jaime, thanks for blogging about the giveaway! I'll be announcing the winner tomorrow. Good luck!
- August 22, 2009 at 5:04 PM
- JMom said...
I just spent some time reading through your blog. I am so sorry to hear about your beautiful daughter. What an awful thing to go through! I admire you both for your courage and perseverance and pray for continued success. More blessings to you both.
- August 22, 2009 at 5:28 PM
- mudmama said...
Mmmmmm! I am now following you via MBC! I need to read more about your story, but what I know sounds beautiful, bless you both! Emailing you, too.
- September 7, 2009 at 8:23 PM
- Amo said...
You and your daughter are so courageous. I have joined this blog, too! Thanks for sharing your story. You have a beautiful daughter!
- September 8, 2009 at 3:38 PM
- Momma Such said...
I hope you win!!!! :)
- September 9, 2009 at 6:57 AM


text:
In case you forgot the password of your TL2000 or TL4000 or if you want to change back to default, you can reset the password on the system.
You need direct access to the library.
+ up- downX back← enter
Press one time (← enter) to go to the main menu...
...and with (- down) go to "Configure" and press (← enter).
With (-down) go to the next page to "Save/Restore" and press (← enter).
Now choose "Restore Passwords" with (← enter)...
...and confirm with (← enter) on "<Proceed>". Now you can log in at the Library webinterface with:
Standarduser: adminStandardpassword: secure


text:
Here you will find a complete list of all angling guides listed on this site
Arthur BartonTrainee A.P.G.A.I. Fly casting instructor. Lake and River Guide,Trout and Salmon
No Site Shot Available
With over 45 years experience fishing Lough Corrib,I can provide a service offering Dryfly,Wetfly,and Dapping on this beautiful lake.I can also provide service on any of the Salmon and white trout fisheries in Connemara.Day trips to Lough Sheelin can also be organised.


text:
Make You Burn
8 則評論 )
- 篩選方式
- 全部 0
- 5 顆星 5
- 4 顆星 4
- 3 顆星 3
- 2 顆星 2
- 1 顆星 1
- 排序方式
- 最有幫助 0
- 最新 3
- 最舊 4
- 評價最高 1
- 評價最低 5
1 人認為這則評論實用
1 人認為這則評論實用
1 人 (共 1 人) 認為這則評論實用
Great start to new series!Coming home can be difficult, but coming home after losing someone important is even harder. Ajax is home but he's grieving the loss of his mentor and surrogate father Priest. He still hasn't been able to figure out why he and his brothers were exiled a decade ago and now he's tasked with calling his brothers home. Things have changed though, both in his city and family. The biggest noticeable change is Sophie Lombard, the daughter of the man he respects most. The attraction between Sophie and Ajax was instant and undeniable. It seemed like even before they'd exchanged names they were getting off with each other. I like how the insta-lust between them was not confused for insta-love on either of their parts. I really liked Sophie. My heart hurt for her knowing she'd lost her only family. I also hurt when she realized her father whom she'd sacrificed so much for hadn't cared enough to do the same. It was certainly jarring. I liked Sophie and her wits. She was smart and mostly level headed. She was reliable and responsible for someone so young. She also had a wild streak. Ajax was an interesting character. I liked him, sometimes. Other times I felt like he was too overbearing and rude. Ajax might have been short on words and emotions but the ones he shared and showed carried a lot of weight. I also felt horrible for him when I learned how he came to be a Deacon. I loved Ajax's loyalty and commitment to family, even if he knew pursuing Sophie broke the rules. Once he made Sophie his, she was his concern, even if she didn't like it. I think I liked watching Sophie and Ajax butt heads as much as I did seeing them get along. I was a little concerned about how blase they were regarding Priest's death especially when they realized it might not have been an accident. I don't feel like it was given the attention it deserved and when you have characters like Sophie and Ajax who have strong connections to the deceased, it felt wrong. I do feel like the murder mystery was pushed aside and Sophie and Ajax's bedroom romps took center stage. Now I'm not complaining because they were hot, but I would've liked the story and sex to be balanced. However since there are more books coming, I'm hoping that there will be more about finding the truth. As it is, I'm really excited to see Megan Crane writing something new and unfamiliar. It's definitely the hottest book of hers I've ever read. I like that she's pushing her boundaries. Overall, this book was a great introduction to a new story and characters and a great way to start off a new series. I'm already eagerly looking forward to the next book.由 CSingh on 八月 15, 2015
0 人認為這則評論實用
0 人認為這則評論實用
0 人 (共 0 人) 認為這則評論實用
Interesting readI'm really on the fence about this one. The good - heat level is blistering, the chemistry between Ajax and Sophie is off the charts, the story was interesting enough to peak my interest. The bad - Ajax and 3 others were exiled 10 years ago, why I still don't understand, yet he walks back in like he was never gone?? I don't know much about the inner workings of MC's but this seemed a bit unbelievable. So the story left me with tons of questions which I can only hope are answered in future books and since it was good enough to grab my interest I will read the next in the series to see if the story starts to come together.由 Bette on 八月 04, 2015
0 人認為這則評論實用
0 人認為這則評論實用
0 人 (共 0 人) 認為這則評論實用
Absolutely amazingMy first time reading this author's work and I can say from the bottom of my heart I will be reading more from her I liked her slow and steady pace of the MC world pus the softer side of it was even better. The way she wrote the different POV were they blended into each other was really great and worked extremely well for this story. It was like 2 minds coming together as 1 was kinda magical. MUST READ story!!! I really liked this MC passion sexual filled story. I so cannot wait for more of this series well here's to me hoping that their is more to this series. ***I received this story for free in exchange for an honest review, see more of my review @ Whispered Thoughts ***由 Johnnie-Marie Howard on 八月 11, 2015
0 人認為這則評論實用
0 人認為這則評論實用
0 人 (共 0 人) 認為這則評論實用
Make me wanna be a biker chick!Sons of Anarchy fans! come and get your big bad biker fix. This book just romanticizes motorcycle clubs and bikers so well, even the dark and dangerous ones like Ajax and Sophie is the perfect biker bitch. Born and raised in a motorcycle club she knows the ins and outs; when to speak and when not to, body language and all the "etiquettes" But she's not prepared for the death of her father, Priest, the president of the Deacons of Bourbon Street or the return from exile of 4 of the top full patch members. She is especially not prepared for Ajax the VP, who just steps in and takes over and is definitely not prepared for the feelings he arouses within her. Ajax is devastated by the death of the man who was like a father to him. Being exiled for 10 years has made no difference to his loyalties nor his priorities as far as the Deacons go. But Sophie is a game changer and one he didn't see coming. His instincts to protect her from the harsh reality of life has taken him by surprise and at the same time he knows that something is not right with the way her father died. He must revive the Deacons and make them see the truth of the matter, and with Sophie by his side, just might make it a whole lot easier for the both of them to get through the coming storm. ARC provided in exchange for an honest review由 Ash P Reads on 八月 04, 2015
0 人認為這則評論實用
0 人認為這則評論實用
0 人 (共 0 人) 認為這則評論實用
Sexy, gritty and intense!This sizzling story is the first of four in a series being written by different authors, all centering on the Deacons of Bourbon Street Motorcycle Club. Though each can be read as a standalone novel, this one is the first of the series and introduces the characters and the plot that will carry through the stories. The basic premise is that the leader of the Deacons, Priest, has died. As a result, the four men he trusted more than any other, men that were exiled 10 years ago when things went awry, have returned. At the head of the pack is Ajax, the VP of the club and Priest's former right hand man. He's now got the responsibility of reviving the club - something Priest's grown up daughter Sophie is less than thrilled about. She runs the bar owned by her father, and has always been on the periphery of club business. Though raised to understand the rules, she was kept away from the gritty parts and in the last several years the club had faded away into irrelevance. But Ajax's return has changed everything. Suddenly the life she thought she always hated is right back in her face again - and this time with sexy, sinful Ajax making a claim, on her. Is she going to go along for the ride of her life, or get out while the getting is good? I could not put this story down once I started it. It's definitely a gritty look at the life inside a motorcycle club, with its politics, violence and sex. Ajax is the ultimate alpha male in this one - hard, confident, possessive. He straddles the line between a hero and an anti-hero, making no apologies for the life he has lived and the life he wants back now that he's returned to New Orleans. He's also one of the sexier heroes I've read, making it very clear to Sophie that he wants her, and only her. Unlike other bikers who might have a mistress or two on the side, he's a one woman man, and that woman is Sophie. Sophie on the other hand, isn't overly impressed with Ajax. She finds him arrogant and pushy. She's a strong and independent woman who speaks her mind and does what she likes. But, when the death of her father threatens to overwhelm her, Ajax reveals his softer side, offering her some comfort and the assurance that he will stand by her and give her what she needs. Now granted, in Ajax's mind a lot of this revolves around sexual satisfaction, but Sophie soon finds that he is becoming a man that she can't resist. The sex scenes in this story are super hot. The chemistry between Ajax and Sophie is there right from the start (indeed Sophie was attracted to Ajax long before, when she was a teenager and he was her dad's second in command). Now that's she's all grown up, Ajax at first thinks of her as forbidden fruit, the daughter of his one time mentor. But his attraction to her leads him down the path of no return, and it's one that Sophie treads willingly with him, even though she knows she might be burned in the process. I really liked the setting of the story, and the author does a great job of revealing the sultry and seedy side of the Big Easy. You can feel the sweltering heat, the decay, the façade of gentility over the reality of the post Katrina streets. New Orleans famed French Quarter with its tourists looking for the decadent nightlife is easily pictured and the bar Sophie runs on Bourbon Street is part of that image. The four men of the series, Ajax, Cash, Blue and Micah have an uneasy relationship as the heirs to the Deacon's club - they might have been happier left alone but they have a responsibility that they can't ignore, or at the least that Ajax won't let them ignore. There's also a mystery afoot (because Priest's death is a little too convenient) and that's something I expect will be a key subplot through the series. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of these, they are sure to be fun rides! 5 stars for this enthralling, sexy tale.由 Maria Rose on 八月 04, 2015
Make You Burn
由 Megan Crane
The Deacons of Bourbon Street (Book 1)
給予評價 *
您已評分 *
- 表達您最喜歡和最不喜歡的部分
- 描述作者的風格
- 說明給予此評分的原因
- 使用粗魯且不敬的語言
- 包含任何個人資訊
- 劇透或提到書籍價格
- 扼要說明情節
最少 (0) 50 個字元
評論內容至少要有 50 個字元長。
標題至少要有 4 個字元長。
顯示名稱 *
您的顯示名稱至少要有 2 個字元長。
Kobo 盡量確保發表的評論不包含粗魯或不敬的語言、劇透或是任何評論者的個人資訊。
Make You Burn
由 Megan Crane
The Deacons of Bourbon Street (Book 1)
評論者:,時間:八月 19, 2018
- Random House Publishing Group, 八月 2015
- 版本說明: Loveswept
- 語言: 英文
- 下載選項:EPUB 3 (Adobe DRM)
您可以使用下列任一個 Kobo 應用程式及裝置來閱讀此項目:
- 桌面
- eREADER
- 平板電腦


text:
YWCA Tri-County Area is on a mission to empower women and girls. We host a variety of events focused on economically, occupationally, socially, and emotionally empowerment.
Women's Empowerment Programs
Women EXCELWomen EXCEL is a professional networking group for women. Meetings are monthly and vary in time and location. Each year EXCEL supports a local organization. Guests are welcome to attend!
Tribute to Exceptional WomenTribute to Exceptional women is held annually in March to honor local women who excel in over ten categories. Nominations open in January.
Domestic Violence AwarenessDuring the month of October, YWCA Tri-County Area hosts a variety of advocacy and educational events on the topic of domestic violence, including YWCA USA's Week Without Violence.


text:
Timbers should be close to full strength
The Timbers will take some positives they have not enjoyed in weeks into Saturday's 5 p.m. PT match at Houston.
For the first time since early June, Portland is coming off of a win. And for the first time in weeks, coach Caleb Porter will have most of his mainstays.
How much Darlington Nagbe, Darren Mattocks or Alvas Powell play after being featured in Wednesday's Gold Cup championship match must be determined. Nagbe and the U.S. prevailed 2-1 over Mattocks, Powell and Jamaica. All three will join the Timbers in Houston and should be available.
Portland (8-8-6, 30 points) is fourth in the MLS Western Conference. Houston (9-7-5, 32) is third in the tight standings.
Nagbe, who was praised for his possession play in midfield during the United States' run to the Gold Cup title, is the most likely of those three to start on Saturday. If Dairon Asprilla (who left Sunday's 2-1 Portland win in Vancouver late with a leg injury) cannot play, Nagbe's return would be an important boost and the Timbers' attacking four would likely consist of Nagbe on the left, Diego Valeri in the middle and Sebastian Blanco on the right and Fanendo Adi up top.
Also back from Gold Cup duty, with Costa Rica, is midfielder David Guzman. He figures to reunite with Diego Chara in the Timbers' defensive midfield. Chara had no problems — contrary to speculation on the Fox Sports 1 broadcast of the Vancouver match — in his return to action.
Ben Zemanski played a strong match at Vancouver alongside Chara, but he probably will return to the bench.
"It's always tricky when you have a good performance with guys that are kind of viewed as second guys or third guys or reserves," Porter said.
The same can be said of rookie Jeremy Ebobisse, who had a goal and assist filling in for the suspended Adi at Vancouver.
The Timbers' back line continues to be in flux because of injuries. The status of left back Vytas was uncertain at midweek. With Marco Farfan still sidelined, Roy Miller is the likely choice at left back if Vytas cannot go.
Miller's experience and versatility has been a big lift for the Timbers. The 32-year-old has played in 17 of Portland's 22 games, mostly at center back. But he has plenty of experience at left back, too, and was strong there at Vancouver.
From Porter's perspective, Miller has more than fulfilled expectations. The Timbers signed him from Costa Rica's Saprissa team that defeated Portland in the CONCACAF Champions League last season. Porter was impressed with Miller in those games.
"He's been everything we thought he'd be," Porter said. That includes being a veteran leader who is "really powerful in the locker room" because of the respect teammates have for him.
"He's not been a depth piece. He's been a starter all year, and I'm not sure we'd be where we're at without him," Porter said, adding that the same is true of Lawrence Olum.
"If we didn't have those two guys, it would have been a similar story, I think, to last year, where we're behind (the playoff line)," Porter said. "We're still not where we need to be. We've obviously had injuries, but we've hung in because of guys like Roy Miller."
Center back Larrys Mabiala has bolstered the back line, which remains without captain Liam Ridgewell in the middle. Porter said Mabiala impressed him with his ability to play two 90-minute games in five days after a seven-week break from competition.
Porter said Mabiala was one of the few Timbers who had a good game against Real Salt Lake, then followed it with a better performance at Vancouver.
"It's nice to have some durability with an experienced player. That's huge," Porter said.
"For him to show that durability already is a good sign. He brings athleticism. He brings strength. He wins a lot of balls. He makes a lot of little plays that go unnoticed. He makes good decisions. He's pretty good on the ball as well."
Like Portland, Houston is coming off a big road win, a 3-1 victory at D.C. United that was its first win away from home in 2017. The Dynamo should have forward Erick "Cubo" Torres back after playing for Mexico in the Gold Cup. Torres leads the team with 12 goals. In midfield, Alex had three assists last week and now has 10 this season. The Dynamo recently signed Argentine attacking midfielder Tomas Martinez, adding another weapon to an attack that averages 2.8 goals per game at home.
Noting that Houston pushes its wide players forward and looks to create challenges for defenses, Porter said, "You can hurt them a little bit with the way they play, but also they'll hurt you right back immediately."
MLS coaching change
Sigi Schmid is the new coach of the Los Angeles Galaxy. The veteran coach and former Seattle Sounders head man replaces Curt Onalfo, who was 6-10-4 this season after taking over when Bruce Arena moved to coach the U.S. national team.
Schmid's first match for the Galaxy will be against Seattle on Saturday. The Sounders fired Schmid almost exactly one year ago and then went on their run to the MLS Cup title.
The Galaxy visit Portland on Aug. 6.
Another new coach
Also on Tuesday, LAFC announced that Bob Bradley will be its first coach. LAFC will join MLS next season. Bradley coached the expansion Chicago Fire to the MLS Cup title in 1998. He spent five seasons with Chicago, three with the MetroStars (now Red Bulls) and one with Chivas USA before coaching the U.S. national team for nearly five years (2006-11).


text:
Initially I was drawn to this for two reasons. The first was Anne Hathaway starring – she is Hollywood's "princess" who shot to fame in her role as Mia Thermopolis in Disney's The Princess Diaries – and secondly, because I am always up for a good romance. I knew how this one ended long before seeing it and, although I was far from happy with it, still I saw it.
During the story, there is a concept that it goes against the grain of what is "usual." It throws out common clichés and creates a scene all its own; that all changes nearer the end when such patterns become more pronounced. Dexter and Emma swap roles in a sense as his life drastically changes (for the better) and she lives the more sophisticated, single free-spirit lifestyle. The script seems to move at an alarming rate (understandable) but it does take time to feature the most important parts and I admire its tendency to do so. This movie still leaves an unpleasant feeling with its viewer – almost as if you are somehow cheated out of a happy ending because of the tragedy that occurs fifteen minutes before films end. Although it is unusual for me, I was able to "accept" it in part because the ending also glimpses healing – something not all movies would allow time for, but also because viewers have the benefit of seeing the scripts foretelling of its eventual outcome (i.e., as a result of the novel and because the movie opens in 2006 and backpedals to 1988). Although my mother didn't care for this one at all, I thought One Day was a pretty thought but the execution was far too blunt a conclusion to be really satisfying.


text:
Community Network's Bedford Project
In June 2012, Community Network received funding from the Bedford Borough Council's House of Industry, to run peer support telephone groups for older residents in their catchment, to reduce social isolation and improve mental health and well-being.
The Telephone Communities set up in Bedford worked with a variety of different people. One group was set up to provide peer support to carers over the telephone. Although the carers were connected to a carers centre, they benefitted from this form of support as they could take the calls from the comfort of their own home and connect with people who were in a similar situation. One carer said:
"The group was helpful because I knew on a Tuesday I could say: 'This is how I'm feeling' – and they would understand. If you got upset, it was OK."
In addition to the carers group, the service in Bedford also set up groups through St Peter's Church and Bedford's Library service. One of Community Network's oldest beneficiaries of 99 years came from the church group, and despite claiming that she does not go far from home now, Gwen relished the opportunity to share her many memories of the past.
"I have lots of happy memories… If you like to talk, a group like this is very good, and when you're a teacher, you certainly know how to talk!"
The service has now finished in Bedford, but Community Network is hoping to build on the many positive relationships they have established with various organisations and individuals in Bedford. If you would like more information on the work Community Network has done here, please contact the office on 020 7923 5250 or email email@example.com.


text:
- Contact us
- Hard Rock Processing
- Coal Processing
- Feeders
- Screens
- General
- Brands
Exciter Driven Vibrating Screen
Osborn Exciter Driven Screens use finite element analysis to provide optimum performance and structural strength. The Exciter Driven Screens are built in our Elandsfontein works, which has an ISO 9001 rating, providing quality workmanship.
The Exciter Driven Unit is designed to handle high amplitude vibrations without decreasing life expectancy.


text:
There are no items in your shopping cart.
Dilution: 16 oz./gal. RTU pH 3.5.
Encapuclean is a complete soil encapsulator for use in brush or bonnet cleaning. A special polymer barrier entraps soil for easy removal and slows resoiling. It has a low VOC and a nearly neutral pH but it will handle even the worst soil. Dilution: 8 oz./gal. RTU pH 7.5.
2014, Lamers Enterprise, Inc.
251 Puuhale Road, Honolulu,
Hi 96819
Ph: (808)845-9365, Fax: (808)845-5592
The Complete Janitorial and Sanitary Supplies and Equipment
Outer Island: 1-800-528-6243
Office Hours: Monday- Friday, 8:00AM- 4:30PM
E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com


text:
CNN reports on the health benefits of drinking
Check out this report from CNN.
It seems like there is a story like this every year. I'm sure in a few weeks we can find a story with the opposite position. Keep your eyes on this space :)
Drinking, Celebrity DUI, Party people - anything at all that relates to being hammered.
Check out this report from CNN.


text:
Category: Pheromones
Pheromone Cologne: The secret to Attract the opposite SexIn today's generation, human pheromones are making big waves as well as creating a great impact in the society more than anything else in the behaviour of human towards attracting the opposite sex.
How Pheromone Colognes Can Help you find Your MateA pheromone cologne is composed of basic ingredients along with some chemicals normally found in humans and animals that is responsible in attracting a man or a woman.
Pheromones And ScentPowerful agents to attract the opposite sex or to enhance your love life can be created when special scents are combined with high quality pheromones.
Choosing And using Pheromone Cologne - The Non-chemist's Guide to Personal ChemistryWhat are pheromones and how do they affect others?
Alpha A 314 ReviewAlpha a314-A Pheromone Product Review.
Pheromones for women - What you need to KnowBefore going o the term pheromone for women you need to know what is pheromone.
Scientists Are Cracking the Code of Lovemaking Hormone balance and AttractionVirgil Change has been studying the effects of human pheromones for several years.
Pheromones and Hormones - Are they The Same?There are many different pheromones that people radiate, depending on the situation.
Why Feed UnwantedFurther, the hormones affect the internal behavior of the dog while pheromones have an effect on the behavior of other animals of the same species.
Pheromone MythsThe world of human pheromones is a world filled with confusion, lies, myths, bent facts, as well as cons.
Advantages of wearing Pheromone ProductsSo how effective are pheromone products as an attractant?
How Perfumes Make you SexyIn the animal world, pheromones attract member the opposite sex irresistably when the animal is in heat.


text:
GREENWOOD – Delaware State Police are investigating a single vehicle crash Monday morning involving a Pep-Up propane truck on Beach Highway east of Greenwood in which the driver sustained minor injuries.
The incident occurred around 8:11 a.m. as Ben E. Fulton, 62, of Georgetown, was operating a 2011 Peterbilt Pep-Up propane truck westbound on SR16 just west of Hunters Cove Road.
Investigation revealed as the truck entered a slight curve, both right side wheels left the pavement onto the soft shoulder. The operator overcorrected to the left causing the truck to overturn on the passenger's side, state police spokesman Cpl. Gary Fournier said.
Mr. Fulton, who was properly restrained, was transported by EMS to Nanticoke Memorial Hospital where he was treated for non-life-threatening injuries and released. He was cited with inattentive driving, Cpl. Fournier.
SR16 eastbound and westbound lanes were closed in the area of the crash for approximately three hours as hazmat teams from DelDOT and Pep-Up worked to contain the diesel fuel spill. There were no reports of propane leaking, Cpl. Fournier said.
The Sussex County Post delivers news from Georgetown and southern Delaware. Follow @SussexPost on Twitter.


text:
January 2, 2018 Planning & Zoning Minutes
City of Haltom City
January 2, 2018
Chair Adam called the special meeting to order at 6:10PM
PRESENT MEMBERS: Adam, Bowman, Hilliard, Smith, Teague, Tidwell
PRESENT ALTERNATES: Chapman, Furrie
PRESENT COUNCIL LIAISON: None
ABSENT MEMBERS: None
ABSENT ALTERNATES: None
ABSENT COUNCIL LIAISON: Watkins
Glenna Batchelor, Director of Planning and Community Development Erik Smith, Assistant Director/Planning Projects Manager
Commissioner Furrie, seconded by Vice-Chair Tidwell, moved to approve December 5 Planning and Zoning Commission minutes with corrections.
Previous absences were excused.
Regular Agenda Items
Final Plat (P-018-17) Grand on Beach
Consider action on the application of Bradley D. Copeland, on behalf of CC 820 Beach Grand LLC, Ltd, for approval of a final plat creating Grand on Beach, being Block 1, Lot 6 of an Addition to the City of Haltom City G.B. Stanley Survey, Abstract No. 1378, located in the "PD" Planned Development Multi-Family Residential District containing approximately 15.4 acres of land, locally known as 4100 Northern Cross Blvd.
Staff presented and clarified the request.
Chair Adam asked the applicant to come to the podium.
Mr. David Strauss, 127 Pinnacle Drive, New Braunfels, stated the first phase of this project was approved nineteen (19) years ago. They got involved in this project about a year ago. They were very pleased to find the site was already approved for their type of use. The planned development in this case allows for nearly 400 units but they were only proposing 304 units because they felt the density was to high. Mr. Strauss said the average rents will be above $1,000 a month and this project was not low-income housing. He said this was a twin of a project they built in Richmond, Texas. Mr. Strauss said they will be having stainless steel appliances with granite countertops, plank flooring and nine foot (9') ceilings, a club leasing center for parties, high speed internet in all units. The exterior will be stone with some hardiplank. Fire accommodations will be met. There will be a front and rear entrance. The front entrance will be a right exit only. They did conduct a traffic impact analysis to make sure they didn't put to many cars out. The project will be fully landscaped. They will be adding a bicycle repair shop with professional tools to fix bicycles. They will be installing a pet park with a washing station. The drainage pond will be fenced. The slope will be 1:3 and should take roughly eight (8) hours to drain and will be five feet (5') deep. The front building will have interior hallways. The residents they are targeting demand high quality and nice finishes. Graystar will be the maintenance company for this project and is for all their projects. They have a long term relationship with Graystar. There will be tuck under garages and carports on site. The average square foot of the units will be roughly 850 square feet. There will be one bedrooms which are about 50%, two bedrooms which are about 45% and three bedrooms which are about 5%. This project is located in Birdville ISD. The parking lot will be constructed out of concrete.
Commissioner Hilliard asked if the front and back gates will be secured. Mr. Strauss said they would be with key fobs.
Commissioner Hilliard asked how many stories are there. Mr. Strauss said it will be three (3) stories.
Commissioner Hilliard asked about the location of the tuck in garages. Mr. Strauss said the garages will go into a hallway then then the individual would go up to their unit.
Chair Adam opened the Public Hearing to those desiring to speak
No one was in the audience to speak on the request.
Chair Adam closed the Public Hearing Discussion by the Commission
Commissioner Hilliard, seconded by Vice-Chair Tidwell, to approve the application of Bradley D. Copeland, on behalf of CC 820 Beach Grand LLC, Ltd, for approval of a final
plat creating Grand on Beach, being Block 1, Lot 6 of an Addition to the City of Haltom City G.B. Stanley Survey, Abstract No. 1378, located in the "PD" Planned Development Multi-Family Residential District containing approximately 15.4 acres of land, locally known as 4100 Northern Cross Blvd. Motion to approve the final plat passed 6-0-0.
Chair Adam adjourned the meeting at 6:35PM. Respectfully submitted,
Glenna Batchelor, Director Planning & Community Development
Juanita Adam, Chair of the Planning & Zoning Commission


text:
The Youth Sports and Fitness Camp began in 1981 with the idea of keeping kids active all summer long. It is an all-sports camp designed for ages 5 - 14 years old. All of our activities are age appropriate and are designed so that every camper has fun! Check out this year's brochure for an overview of camp.
*Swimming takes place at a campus housing pool. Certified life guards are on duty and US Coast Guard life jackets are provided to children who do not pass the swim test. Swim lessons are not available.
Camps are offered on a weekly basis for ages 5 - 14 with 9 sessions beginning June 4 (no camp July 4).
Camp hours are 9 AM - 4 PM.
Pick-Up/Drop-Off is located in lot 34.
Campers can be dropped off as early as 7:30 AM and be picked up as late as 6 PM at no additional cost.
For late drop-offs or early pick-ups, stop by The Recreation and Wellness Office located in The Student Wellness Complex, Building 61.
Lunch Option
The Youth Sport and Fitness Camp offers a lunch option for campers for an additional $35 per week to be paid by check, made payable to Mayes Food Service. Payment is due each Monday of camp attendance.
View the menu for week 7 (July 16-20)
A few things to know before registering:
Registration begins March 1 at 8 AM.
Families are encouraged to attend Camp Orientation, Friday, June 1 at 6 PM in the UNF Field House. This orientation is great for new and returning families to get practical information from the Camp Director. This year, one full week of camp and four $50 vouchers will be raffled at the orientation - you must be there to win!
Our Parent Packet is also full of helpful camp information. Registered families are encouraged to use the 2018 Camp Parking Pass when dropping off or picking up their campers. Vehicles without a parking pass are subject to citation.
Still have questions? Call The Recreation and Wellness Office at (904) 620-2998 or email Daryel Gullett, Camp Director, at email@example.com
Upon registering online, the parent or legal guardian is responsible for paying the registration fee for their child's first week of camp. Parents may choose to pay for all registered weeks in a single payment, or to set up a payment plan for additional weeks registered. Payment plans will automatically withdraw funds from the provided account the Sunday before the camper's week of camp.
NOTE: an online transaction fee is assessed to the total of the amount paid online which is a minimum of 1 week of camp. This fee goes directly to the online registration provider. Any additional amount scheduled for payment plan is not assessed a transaction fee.
Requests to switch weeks must be made in advance by calling the Recreation and Wellness Office.
There is no charge to switch camp weeks within the same camp. Camp weeks cannot be switched once the camp week has begun. Switching weeks between two camps may result in additional fees.
Refund requests are required in advance by calling the Recreation and Wellness Office. Refunds will not be given once the camp week has begun. Exceptions will be made only through the Camp Director.
Refunds requested after June 4 will be charged a $25 cancellation fee.


text:
with Mari Shten
I recently sat down with Mari on a warm spring night to discuss the latest makeup trends for summer and get the scoop on how to achieve her praise worthy looks at home.
Mari is the make-up artist to watch these days as her star is quickly rising.
Her brushes regularly grace the faces of socialites and celebrities and can be found at every fashion week, both in the US and Europe.
She has garnered a reputation for making her subjects look their "natural best".
I recently sat down with Mari on a warm spring night to discuss the latest makeup trends for summer and get the scoop on how to achieve her praise worthy looks at home.
Another option is to go for a statement lip in red lipstick. All shades of red, from orange-red to deep berry-red are in this summer.
BWB: Mari, as we transition into the warmer seasons, what are some of the summer beauty trends to look forward to and what are some tips to achieve the looks?
This season there are 3 different looks that are trending.
One option is all about bare face and natural hair. We have been seeing bare face for the past few seasons and this summer it is definitely a main stay.
However, the minimal, natural make-up and air-dried hair look still needs some work.
Make sure to cover the redness and blemishes with a light concealer.
Curl your lashes and groom the eyebrows and don't forget a lip balm. Take note that there is no need for powder – go ahead and rock your dewy skin!
Another option is to go for a statement lip in red lipstick. All shades of red, from orange-red to deep berry-red are in this summer.
However ditch the shiny, sparkly lip gloss in favor of light lip stains or matte finish lipsticks.
Lastly, eyeliner never goes out of style! This summer we see it not only on the top lid but also on the bottom. Apply it mostly on the outer corner of the eye and keep the shape straight and graphic but soft on the bottom. If you feel adventurous you can play with colors such as blue and red.
Taking care of your skin is the number one makeup skill you need to learn.
BWB: You see all skin types and the problems that come with them. In your experience, what practices result in the healthiest (and unhealthiest!) looking skin?
Skin is the most important element of any makeup. Healthy skin will make any makeup look great. Taking care of your skin is the number one makeup skill you need to learn.
Cleansing and moisturizing every morning and night, and making sure you take off your makeup before bed.
In the summer the sun is especially strong so make sure to apply at least SPF20 every morning. Luckily a lot of moisturizers and foundations (bb/cc creams) already have SPF, just make sure you get the right one. Apply SPF to the neck, chest, and hands as well – the areas most exposed to the sun and most likely to show signs of aging.
Unhealthy skin can be a result of a lot of factors: smoking, unhealthy diet, not cleaning/moisturizing, not removing makeup, lack of sleep, stress, dehydration, and sun damage.
BWB: Name one makeup trend that should never have existed!!
Just one? Haha, how about a few? I'd say pencil thin eyebrows, dark lipliner and light lipstick combo, frosty lipsticks, too much and/or shimmery bronzer, heavy false eye lashes (I'm all about the false lashes, but they should blend in or enhance your natural ones), and heavy contouring…..just to name a few.
BWB: As a makeup professional, what are you thoughts on the new crop of in-home beauty and touch-up services? What can a client do to guarantee a good result every time?
That's a great question! I like the idea of this service because now many more people can access the luxury of having a personal makeup artist and hair stylist coming directly to you! Who doesn't want to look their best for an important event or night on the town? The only thing I would caution is that one should keep in mind that these services typically cost a premium for good reason.
Do a bit of preparation for the visit:
- Make sure you know ahead of time what look you want.
- Have some images of the makeup look you would like handy and go ahead and choose your color palette.
- Tell the makeup artist what you feel comfortable with and how you usually wear your makeup.
- A quick trip to Sephora can provide clarity.
- Be sure to pay attention to the cleanliness of their brushes; a makeup artist's brushes are their hands, they should always be clean.
- Lastly, if you don't like something, simply let them know. It is just makeup and you can always remove and fix it. If you are happy with the result, be sure to rate your artists and get their name so you can request them the next time.
The golden rule in makeup is less is more. Find one feature and play it up rather then trying to accentuate everything!
BWB: If you have one message that you wish to impart on our readers what would it be?
My message would be to please take care your skin! If the skin doesn't look good, wash it, remove your makeup and moisturize….A LOT!
This includes wearing a sunscreen, even in the winter. The golden rule in makeup is less is more. Find one feature and play it up rather then trying to accentuate everything!
Most importantly, be happy!! Nothing looks better than the inner glow of health and happiness.
For our BWB readers. Here are Mari's Summer Trends suggestions.
For Bare Face
I like Laura Mercier Secret Concealer or Smooth Finish Flawless Fluid for very light coverage. Curl your lashes and groom the eyebrows. Don't forget a lip balm. No powder needed – rock your dewy skin this summer. Buy it HERE!
All shades of red from orange-red to deep berry-red are in this summer. Choose light lip stains like Sugar Rose Extreme Tinted Lip Treatment by Fresh or satin/matte lipsticks – I love Bite Beauty natural and rich colors. Take a break from the lip-gloss. Buy it HERE!
It never goes out of style, but this summer we see it not only on the top lid but also on the bottom. Apply it mostly on outer corner of the eye. Keep the shape straight and graphic but soft on the bottom. If you feel adventurous you can play with colors: blues and reds are very in. To create a perfect line I use Vincent Longo Creme Gel Liner. For a smudgy look that will last all day I use Rock'n'Khol Eyeliner Pencil by Charlotte Tilbury.
For Skin Care
Dr.Haushka has amazing Soothing Cleansing Milk that gently removes dirt and makeup, and moisturize with Revitalizing Day Cream. Buy it HERE!
For SPF
Fresh makes amazing Peony Brightening UV Shield Sunscreen SPF50 that will protect your skin from the strongest sun. Also try Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF20 Sunscreen. Buy it HERE!
Photography Pascal Demeester
A New York City based fitness expert and small business owner who enjoys cooking and singing as forms of exploration and creative outlet. Katherine's daily "mantra" is one seeking personal freedom and compassion for all.