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We just might be out of our minds. Who adds a bathroom on the second floor of a hundred year old house? Plumbing is hard enough without having to deal with tight floor areas and pipe routing through a finished first floor. We had to start with every TV renovator's favorite... demo day!
This awkward little corner had a Sheetrock closet that was an easy tear out. You can see the outline of it on the floor. Our plan is to build a wall across the closet where you can see the broom over to the wall by the doorknob. Then we will need to punch a doorway through the wall on the left. We will also have to do something with the conveniently placed cast iron plumbing vent running up through our new bathroom. Time to start breaking stuff!
Tearing Out Lath and Plaster
As expected, reality TV has little to do with reality. On our favorite shows, the photogenic hosts break a bunch of stuff in a theatrical manner, and then after the commercial we see a clean and empty house ready for renovating! In reality demolition requires a LOT of hauling stuff out. Seeing how we were doing this ourselves, we didn't have a crew, a garbage chute, and a Dumpster. What we had was a narrow set of stairs and HUNDREDS of POUNDS of plaster. I hauled some of it down two 5 gallon buckets at a time, and then resorted to a garbage can and an appliance dolly.
The easiest way to remove plaster is to tap the wall with a hammer until the plaster shatters and falls off. You can also work a flat bar under the plaster and pry it off in larger pieces. You will want a dust mask as this stuff is really dusty. Make sure to put up plastic or you will cover everything in a sticky, gritty dust. It is easiest to clean all the plaster off and haul it away, then deal with the lath.
After I removed the lath pictured above, I needed to cut the door hole through the other side. I was able to use the existing studs as the two sides of the door and I used a reciprocating saw to cut out the middle stud. Now I needed to cut a hole through the lath and plaster that wouldn't require me to redo the entire wall on the other side. I used a circular saw with an old blade to cut the door opening out. It throws sparks and ridiculous amounts of dust but it provides a clean cut that won't break the plaster loose from the lath.
There is the completed door opening. Behind it you can see the floor opened up and the plumbing began. Next time we will talk about what it took to bring that about.
Smooth Wall vs. Skip Trowel
How close to authentic do I make it? Renovators always struggle with this question. If I tear out all the lath and plaster and put drywall everywhere will it loose its old school charm? We mostly have lath and plaster with a little bit of drywall. All the walls in our fixer-upper were "smooth". Smooth should definitely be in quotes. They had no texture, but they also had cracks, lumps, and bulges. We considered what we could do to improve the overall appearance and still give it an authentic feel. Adding texture would help cover the unsightly mess, but a spray on orange peel wouldn't be appropriate for our custom craftsman. We decided to go with skip trowel.
Our next project is the front entry room, which I suppose was called a parlor back in the day. We're planning to put table and chairs in here and make it a dining room. It has original lath and plaster walls, one newer drywall wall, and a super cool original wainscot around the bottom. The color scheme is pretty dull though, and the walls look patched and poorly finished.
The first order of business is to wash the whole place down. We used the Norwex mop system to scrub greasy soot off the ceiling and walls. What a difference! One time over using nothing but water and the place was squeaky clean.
Next, I troweled the wall with a multi-purpose joint setting compound. (YouTube has several videos that were very helpful.) Here is my assistant doing one of the upstairs rooms.
First you knife a thin coat onto the walls, then you slide your trowel along really flat and let it skip over the surface. The result is intentionally uneven. You can use a consistent pattern or you can be random. Here is how the entry turned out.
We agonized over the color scheme we should use for this room and for the whole house. We decided to go with a color palate that would invoke a nautical/beach-house theme. Here is the room after we were done.
Next, it's time to tear into the big, harry, audacious job. Adding a bathroom on the second floor!
The Fixer Upper
We bought a fixer upper. Yikes! Our home was built in 1913 and has been added onto several times since. The main structure is log. Not that you can tell, the only tip off is the depth of the window trim. I figured it out when I was doing a simple dryer vent job. I ended up having to drill a 4 inch hole through solid wood. Good thing I had hole saws and an extension. This house is pretty plain and dull, but it is bursting with potential. It will be a few years before we get to everything we want to do.
The First Project
We start with the living room and the entry way.
The trim is peach and the walls are cream. Not much in the way of contrast! The trim in this historic house is a simple 2 1/4 inch. The windows have no sill and are just boxed around with the same. The baseboard was laid flush to the sub-floor with the carpet butted against it. That leaves hardly any trim exposed. This is in contrast to the original trim upstairs that is 8 inches tall! We don't have the budget to install a truly accurate reproduction of trim like that, and we only have a few weeks to get the downstairs move in ready. We will build custom window sills and install 4 inch trim with a craftsman style fillet on top. We will go back later and add a crown molding on top.
Here is a look at the finished product.
We will be switching out those tired old single-pane windows in a project for another day.
This was our first project that we knocked out super-fast so we could get moved in. We did a skip trowel texture over the smooth wall and painted the living room green. In the next post we will look at the trowel and paint job that we did in the front entry. Until next time... happy renovating!


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Situated on Sussex Mews behind the Pantiles' Corn Exchange sits one of Tunbrdige Wells' most historic pubs. Tucked away through Coach and Horse Passage, The Sussex is the area's best-kept secret.
The pub hosts regular (notoriously challenging) pub quizzes, regular DJ nights, and little gigs that often make for a great first visit.
We offer real ale from six hand-pulls, craft beers, and an ever expanding wine and spirits list.
You'll soon be able to see the logo painted in it's full glory on the side of pub itself! Keep a watch out!
We often have vacancies for members of bar and kitchen staff either at the The Sussex Arms or our sister pub the Ragged Trousers.
Applicants must be 18 or over and experience is preferable.
Please send a CV and short covering note explaining your availability and what you can bring to the team, by email to firstname.lastname@example.com
The Sussex Arms has a long and sometimes eccentric history – most notably perhaps having once had the border of Kent and Sussex running through its middle.
With 17th Century foundations, the pub is almost as old as the town itself - built to serve the needs of the Coachmen and servants who would park in Sussex Mews while their Gentleman owners enjoyed the nearby Walks.
The adjacent Sussex Hotel (now the Corn Exchange) gave its name to the pub, and according to tradition of a pub serving a hotel, the pub was known as 'the Sussex Shades.'
Throughout the 1960s, 70s and 80s, the pub was for a long time under the stewardship of the legendary pub landlord Denis Lane, whose larger than life stature and character, made for a famously eccentric boozer which has produced many an anecdote.
The current owners hope that while we have given the pub a spit and polish – we can retain some of this history and character.
Where possible, we like to use small companies and our spirits list includes some greats from niche and boutique distillers, such as Tunbridge Wells' own Bathtub Gin and Rumbullion.
Pub quiz every Thursday evening. Arrive 8 for 8.30pm.
Friday 26th May - Monday 29th May
Unfest will return for four days of the very best in live music from Tunbridge Wells and beyond, over the Late Spring Bank Holiday.
Details coming soon...

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The strategy regarding phosphate management has been untouched for decades – 'feed the soil to feed the crop'. But as growers look for ways to increase efficiency, Yara asks whether we should be reconsidering our approach to phosphate management.
Dr Roger Sylvester-Bradley, head of crop performance at ADAS, highlights the current model used to determine applications has remained rigid for a long while. "Philosophies can change," he says. "The current philosophy of P management – 'feed the soil to feed the crop' – was introduced in the 1960s in England and Wales. Recent evidence from AHDB-funded research shows this guidance is, for most crops, generous.
There is merit in admitting that, while current recommendations are 'safe' in terms of avoiding crop deficiencies, they are grossly inefficient and will be unsustainable in the long-term."
After years of uniform guidance, many farms are rethinking their nutrient strategies by making small adjustments for better efficiency and yield.
"There are significant uncertainties in managing P," adds Dr Sylvester-Bradley. "We suggest regular monitoring over and above the soil analysis every four years to ensure the crop is not becoming deficient."
Natalie Wood, country agronomist at Yara UK, explains a key area to consider when re-evaluating applications is the uptake of phosphate from the soil.
"Our research shows as much as 90% of applied phosphate does not reach the crop. Targeted applications, based on farm evidence and carefully managed crop nutrient plans are the way forward if farms are considering minimising inputs to maximise returns."
Mark Tucker, head of agronomy at Yara UK and crop nutrition seminar chair, believes all farms could see the benefit in reconsidering their P management strategy.
"It is in everyone's interests, from sustainable resource management, right through to farms. We can – and should – start to change P management practices to improve profitability without jeopardising long-term fertility of the soil or quality of the crop."
Yara will be sponsoring the crop nutrition seminar stream at CropTec Show 2017.
The company will be focusing on key messages for effective crop nutrition, and how best to use data for efficient long-term soil management.
Yara's digital platform, MyYara, facilitates this by offering leading precision farming tools, enabling farmers to manage and optimise the yield of their crops.
Agronomy manager for Yara Mark Tucker says: "MyYara puts the farmer in control. Personalised analysis helps ensure growers get the most from their field and crop. This is an exciting time to register; we are always developing further analytic tools to give farmers the edge, with even greater functionality coming soon."
For a limited time, growers which register for MyYara will get a free soil or tissue test and will be entered into a draw to receive YaraVita products.
Ian Matts, arable director at Brixworth Farming in Northampton, is keen to investigate the standard recommendations for phosphate use, and whether they might be adjusted for individual farms. Through targeted experimentation and careful planning, he investigated whether a 'one size fits all' index is really the best approach, or whether it is possible to boost efficiency without compromising yield. In doing so, he has transitioned the whole farm from the middle of index 2 to the top of index 1.
"For years we went down the path of precision inputs to try and even up our indices, and found that we were seeing an improvement in the colours on the maps," says Mr Matts. "What strikes me is this is called 'precision agriculture' but there is nothing precise about using index 2 everywhere. The research, although substantial, is based on a limited range of soil types and assumes all crops are equal."
Mr Matts points out that with detailed advice available to farmers on nitrogen use for different soil types – and for different indices – it is counterintuitive for phosphate use to be universal across different farms and soils. "One value for everything doesn't necessarily result in the best yield."
Mr Matts originally based his application on a flat index across the board, but gently scaled it back from index 2, and supplied fresh phosphate to the crop across the year. In addition to biannual applications of Triplesuperphosphate, he also uses sewage sludge as part of the nutrition programme. So far, he has been able to use less phosphate while achieving the same yield, increasing efficiency without sacrificing quality.
Despite the encouraging results, Mr Matts strongly advises caution and investigation before reducing from index 2.
He says: "If people are interested they need to work out what will work for them, rather than relying on a table which covers all of England and Wales and all the soil types in it. Looking closely at what works for your farm, your situation, your soil, means you can make small adjustments to find the best process for a better crop."


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Waka Flocka drops a bomb today with a brand new mixtape. Salute Me Or Shoot Me V is the fifth installment of a line of classic mixtapes. Waka is working on his next album Flockaveli 2, which is due out this year. Check out the mixtape below via soundcloud and let us know what you think!
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It's almost time for my favorite Hendricks County event. Our community sure throws some great shindigs through the year, but in my opinion, none compare to the pure awesomeness that is the Christmas season kickoff in Danville. Forget driving to Indy for their tree lighting. Head out to Danville for a free night full of family memories with less crowds. My family started this tradition my daughter's first Christmas and have attended ever since.
Christmas on the SquareYou can start your new tradition at 4 p.m., Nov. 29 on the historic Hendricks County Courthouse Square. Christmas on the Square promises something fun for the whole family. In fact, it's so large that all four streets around the Courthouse Square will be closed throughout the two-hour event to vehicular traffic making the event safe for all. I'm most excited about what's new this year: Clarence the Christmas Camel. Local author Philip Gulley was asked by the Downtown Danville Partnership to write a children's holiday story to add another element to this great event. This new spin on a popular holiday tradition in Danville will allow residents and visitors to participate in the interactive holiday story entitled "Clarence the Christmas Camel" during this year's Christmas on the Square. Local artists have helped display it visually on windows around the Courthouse Square that will be unveiled that night after Phil's wife, Joan reads the story at 4 p.m. in the Royal Theater. The great thing is that is just one aspect of this fabulous event. As it will also include:
- A Live Nativity Scene – As in recent years, a nativity area with live animals will be stationed at the corner of Washington and Marion streets.
- Train Rides – This free activity will occur on Jefferson Street.
- Childrens' Activities – A juggler, face painters and balloon artists will be stationed at various locations inside businesses around the Square. Children also will be able to fill a complimentary stocking with candy and prizes as they visit the various merchants around the Square.
- Strolling Carolers – A group of jolly singers will provide a bit of ambiance harkening back to traditional Christmas celebrations.
- Roaming Holiday Characters – Santa, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, a snowman and Christmas tree will stroll around the square greeting visitors.
- Holiday Melodrama – The Danville High School Drama Department will perform at 3 and 5 p.m. inside the Royal Theater.
- Tree Lighting –Santa, Mrs. Claus and one lucky child will flip the switch to light up the Downtown Square to end the evening.


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Nothing beats sexy flat abs. You can have that by the time summer is here.
In previous posts, I've mentioned some basic ways to tone up your arms and thighs. So now is the turn for the ABS. This will be painful but fruitful at the same time. If you want to look good and feel even better, you have to work at it.
Equipment needed:
- Mat
- Bottle of water
- Upbeat music
Remember that the key to the effectiveness of any exercise is based on proper technique, sufficient intensity and intelligent frequency.
And now, play your music and start your warm-up, DANCE! Make it through two tracks. Lie down on the ground, flat on your back and:
- Do basic crunches, 30 of them. Make sure each time your crunch, your pelvis should rotate as well so that your lower back is pressed on the ground.
- 10 push-ups
- Back to the first position and this time, place one foot over the other leg's knee. Now reach your opposite elbow to the lifted knee. Do 25 and switch legs.
- 10 more push-ups
- Back to the first position and this time you straighten your legs, keeping them close to each other, and do 30 crunches.
- Back to the first position and lift your butt off the ground. Hold it there for 30 seconds and squeeze, lower it-without touching the ground, stay there 10 seconds then lift again and squeeze. Do this 5 times.
- *Bicycle Maneuver, Lie on a mat with your lower back in a comfortable position, Bring your knees up to about a 45-degree angle. Slowly go through a bicycle pedaling motion alternating your left elbow to your right knee, then your right elbow to your left knee. Do not pull on your head and neck during this exercise. The lower to the ground your legs bicycle, the harder your abs have to work. Do not perform this activity if it puts any strain on your lower back.
- Flat on your back and this time life your legs straight up and open them, crunch up and take your hands between your legs. Do 20 crunches.
- Repeat the butt lift.
- 20 basic crunches.
And now repeat the routine.
Do this workout every other day, spot the results in no time. Get ready for summer!!!


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When God created the universe, He mandated that all living things should reproduce after their own kind. The Hebrew word for kind is min and literally means type and, of course, kind. Well what is a kind? A kind is a group of something that all have similar characteristics. For example, a Grizzly Bear, a Polar Bear, and a Black Bear are all part of the kind of bear. Genesis is very clear that God created everything after their own kinds and ordered them to reproduce after their own kinds. Below is a list of every occurrence of the word kind in Genesis 1.
Genesis 1:11, "And God said, Let the earth bring forth grass, the herb yielding seed, and the fruit tree yielding fruit after his kind, whose seed is in itself, upon the earth: and it was so."
Genesis 1:12, "And the earth brought forth grass, and herb yielding seed after his kind, and the tree yielding fruit, whose seed was in itself, after his kind: and God saw that it was good."
Genesis 1:21, "And God created great whales, and every living creature that moveth, which the waters brought forth abundantly, after their kind, and every winged fowl after his kind: and God saw that it was good."
Genesis 1:24, "And God said, Let the earth bring forth the living creature after his kind, cattle, and creeping thing, and beast of the earth after his kind: and it was so."
Genesis 1:25, "And God made the beast of the earth after his kind, and cattle after their kind, and every thing that creepeth upon the earth after his kind: and God saw that it was good."
Evolution states that each animal evolved from some other kind of animal. Man evolved from apes, birds evolved from dinosaurs, mammals evolved from fish, etc, etc, etc. The phrase "after his kind" proves evolution wrong. Genesis 1 teaches that God created grass, herbs, trees, whales, birds, cattle, creeping things, and every living thing after their kind. God did not use the process of evolution to create His creatures. He spoke by the word of His mouth and a whale was created. He spoke by the word of His mouth and a monkey was created. He spoke and the crow was created. A fish cannot become a mammal, because a fish is of a different kind, than a mammal. Therefore, evolution is not in harmony with what Genesis 1 teaches us. One cannot be a theistic evolutionist for God created each living thing after their own kind. God created it, it did not evolve into different kinds.


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I'm finding more and more these days that it's a struggle to keep myself out of the 'dark place'. To keep my spirits up and try to look at each new day as something exciting or interesting, even if all I'm doing is my usual daily routine.
And I think I was kind of succeeding with this over the past few weeks despite the lacklustre goings on in my life. I've been doing my best to just enjoy my free time by watching my favourite television shows (Doctor Who marathon anyone?), relaxing on my sofa, and relishing the rare opportunities to spend time with mates.
Unfortunately this hasn't been going so well for the past week or two, and I'm finding myself stressed out and desperately looking forward to some well-deserved time off work next week (I'm off to Manchester next weekend with my best mate P from Scotland).
I know a lot of this stress and anxiety I'm feeling is due to a few changes at work (something I don't tend to write much about on here..), where we've finally gotten some new staff in to replace the ones that quit/were fired over the holidays. Normally I enjoy the challenge of showing new people how things work and the processes that need to be followed, but this time I'm finding it too much.
For some reason, it feels like it's all coming down on me to show the newbies the ropes, which results in a constant bombardment of questions that pulls me away from the work I need to get done.
It's not so much the questions themselves, but how it's the same ones over and over again, mostly from this one particular guy. He's picked up most of the system processes, but anything else he feels this need to reconfirm on a daily basis, despite us telling him to write things down.
And sometimes he comes out with the most ridiculous questions that either don't make any sense at all or are just plain stupid.
Gawd, how I hate using that word about someone, especially when I think he's actually just insecure. I keep trying to get him to think for himself, but instead he'd rather re-ask the same questions just to make sure.. which then makes me snappy and frustrated to no end. And once he's completed the tasks he's been 'told' to do, he'll just sit there and chill while the rest of us are still working away until end of shift (and beyond some days) as if there wasn't anything else to do.. and he doesn't ask if there is.
The worst was this past Friday when I was alone with all 3 of the newbies (my boss had booked the day off.. damn her hahaha), and I couldn't get anything done.
But when it took me close to 2 hours to do one simple task because I was constantly having to give them directions or tell them what needed to be done next (which they should know by now), I couldn't help snapping at them. And that's not like me at work at all.
Some of the management have commented in the past how I'm always calm and cool regardless of what is going on or what needs to be done. And this is exactly how I want to be at work.
Unfortunately the stress of the day got the better of me, and I was frazzled all day long. Something a couple of my colleagues in the office noticed and kept (discretely) checking in on me to see if there was anything they could do to help..
But not any of the management, surprisingly enough. Hmmm..
Anyway, luckily the supervisor is back to work on Monday, and we'll have a busy couple of days to ensure we get ahead of the game before I have my time off from Thursday.
Though hopefully it isn't as bad for her while I'm off until the following Wednesday.. but then again, can't predict anything I suppose.
Guess I'll have to write a second post about the stresses in my personal life.. Watch this space. 😉


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The Carina is a modern fabric bed, upholstered in chenille and supported on chrome legs. Its chenille covered buttons are a signature of the collection, adding glamour to the overall look.
Category: Beds
Code: Cra404SL
Dimensions: Width: 1425 Height: 1125 Depth: 2080
Finish: Features: Compact Design Contemporary Design, Materials: MDF Plywood, Colour: Silver


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Date: Tuesday 3rd February 2015 6:45pm
Distance: 7.7 + 7.4 + 5.5 + 1.0 = 21.6 km
Time: 37:24 + 45:53 + 27:32 + 6:50 = 1:57: 39
Pace: 4:51 + 6:12 + 5:00 + 6:50 = 5:27 min/km
Description: Was planning on an SRC Towpath "race" tonight, or maybe just see what was there when I got down there. However, after recently joining the TACH Facebook group, a post about an evening head torch run around Purdown hills sounded brilliant. Something a bit different.
Run out to Purdown, was trying to be fast, but still too damn slow! But the heart rate never lies, and obviously wasn't high enough! The run was different, past Little Stoke, past Parkway, round and through UWE, down the hill on Purdown. But under the motorway, this was familiar territory. Got there just before 7:20pm. No sign of anyone until 7:30pm. First run with TACH. Couldn't resist the idea of a frosty headtorch run around the hills of Purdown. Reality didn't disappoint. Small group of 4 to 5, great company. Fun exercises skipping up steps for balance. Some tough hill circuits. But running across the hills by moonlight, frost crackling underfoot, the city lights shimmering to the left: fantastic.
Attempt at fast run back. Felt more awake, but it's easier when you're going slightly downhill. Still ended up being stupidly slow. 1km cool down from the gym. Not swimming tonight, prefer the idea of a foam roller, dinner and bed!


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Place your Bets!
A poker prodigy.
"I don't know why, but it's just easy for me," says Dan Cronan, a secondary school dropout who pays his bills in a nontraditional way.
At only 20 years-old, Dan Cronan is now one of Europe's best poker players. Cronan, from Yorkshire, failed his A levels in school, but credits the secret of his success in life to good poker-playing. He says, "Bad players have bad luck because they don't understand probabilities. There are so many compulsive gamblers out there." In his defence, Dan added, "I failed my A levels because I was always playing golf. My stepdad played poker. I watched him play and got interested in it."


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The tragedy with the counter proposals from Zanu PF to the agreed Copac draft of July 18 2012 is that they are legally and morally unacceptable as a law. Never mind the basic law of a country.
They seek to perpetuate the ideology of subversion of the people's rights, aspirations and will. In short, they constitute judicial fascism and fascism by any name will always be fascism.
Report By Tendai Biti
At the epicentre of the Zanu PF constitutional expurgation are three false jurisprudential premises. The first one is that a constitution is being made for one individual, the incumbent president Robert Mugabe. It is tragic and blasphemous to craft a constitution for and around an individual.
The second false premise is to make a constitution based on the assumption that the status quo ante will always be the same and that Zanu PF will always be in power. Thus, every provision has been crafted on the basis that Zanu PF will be here forever and has a God-given right to rule us forever.
The third premise of the Zanu PF constitution is the superimposition of internal party positions and policies on the rest of the country. Thus, the internal party issue of indigenisation, compulsory youth training programme, homophobia and the hatred towards the principle of devolution. Private Zanu PF policies were now surreptitiously being imposed on the people of Zimbabwe. A constitution is not a battleground for party policy issues.
In my first article on the constitution published in the Zimbabwe Independent, I posited the position that there are six principles that we must use to judge the Copac draft of July 18. These principles are:
- does it create a break with the past and establish a new order?
- does it protect the people against imperial power?
- does it establish and protect a clear separation of power and authority in state structures?
- does it create independent institutions, particularly, those bulking against power and big government?
- does it articulate the developmental aspirations of the people?
- does it create mechanisms for state and generational succession and regeneration?
To do justice to the Zanu PF draft, it is also important to subject the same to the scrutiny of the above principles.
Before doing so, let me just descriptively summarise 30 major amendments that are contained in the Zanu PF revisionist document.
1. Removed devolution entirely from the draft.
2. Re-inserted provisions proscribing the re-establishment of an elected executive mayor.
3. Re-inserted the provisions authorising the dismissal of elected councillors by a minister.
4. Removed the Peace and Reconciliation Commission.
5. Removed all indigenous languages from being official languages.
6. Introduced mandatory National Youth Service.
7. Removed the open, transparent and public interview process for the appointment of judges and replaced it with a presidential appointment system
8. Done away with a Constitutional Court so the Supreme Court doubles up as a Constitutional Court.
9. Removed the key provisions in the Copac draft providing for an Independent Prosecuting authority and retained the office of the Attorney General as presently constituted.
10. Banned dual citizenship for those who are Zimbabwean citizens by descent or registration.
11. Took away citizenship granted by the Copac draft to so- called "aliens" from the Sadc region.
12. Mutilated the Bill of Rights in many places by deleting all references to democratic society.
13. Redefined agricultural land to include any land used for poultry and apiculture so that they would be able to take any property used to rear chickens or pigeons.
14. Took away the important Copac provision that restated the right of every Zimbabwean, black, white, yellow and green, of owning any agricultural land.
15. Removed the important Land Commission whose functions were, among other things, to audit all agricultural land and to regulate the sale or use of any agricultural land.
16. Taken out the presidential running mate provisions and replaced them with the current system with the new provision that in the event of the office becoming vacant, the replacement will be chosen by the party to which the president belonged.
17. Reposed all executive authority in the president by deleting the provision which vested it in the president and cabinet.
18. Removed provisions in the Copac draft limiting the terms of office of parastatal heads, service chiefs and army commanders and heads of other government controlled institutions.
19. Restored the current presidential immunity provisions.
20. Restored the presidential power to declare war without any restraint or constraint.
21. Made all state institutions subject to the obligation to promote and defend the values of the liberation struggle.
22. Stripped the Speaker of the National Assembly of all administrative powers and vested these in the Clerk of Parliament.
23. Introduced unfettered powers of the president to dissolve parliament at his or her whim.
24. Removed provisions limiting permanent secretaries to two five-year terms.
25. Taken out the provisions requiring a law to regulate the Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) and requiring the CIO to be non-partisan, professional and national in character.
26. Inserted provisions which require independent commissions and the judiciary as well to promote and to be guided by the ideals and values of the liberation struggle.
27. Reintroduced the useless and failed Office of Public Protector.
28. Removed the democratic provisions for the appointment of the Anti-Corruption Commission.
29. Put a proscription on foreign funding of political parties.
30. Put provisions that specifically criminalise homosexuality.
I now present the heresy and infamy presented by the Zanu PF amendments to the agreed Copac draft constitution.
Does it create a break with the past and establish a new order?
With great respect, the Zanu PF draft does not in anyway create a break with the past nor seek to establish a new legal order. On the contrary, it is even worse than the current constitution. Its connection with the past is that it is pre-dating the past. The current legal order in Zimbabwe is characterised by weak institutions, predation and the concentration of power in one office and individual.
The Copac draft sought to vaccinate against this ill-based on the uncontestable founding principle of the supremacy of the constitution predicated on human rights, good governance, orderly transfer of power and gender equality. The Zanu PF draft seeks to reverse these founding principles by the creation of a super constitutional principle known as "the founding values and ideals of the liberations struggle". To most of us, the values and ideals of the liberation struggle are equality, democracy and the rule of law, gender equality, good governance and orderly transfer of power.
By recognising other values and ideals that are beyond this, then Zanu PF can only be referring to the values of predation, patrimonialism, corruption, violence, state vandalism, patronage and exclusion. In fact, as argued above, the people of Zimbabwe are better off with the Lancaster House constitution than the Zanu PF draft. We certainly cannot go into the past.
Does it protect the people against imperial power?
In my previous article, I argued that the Copac draft dealt with imperial power in four facets namely: a broadened definition of citizenship, a comprehensive bill of rights, a democratic and accountable president with shared and trimmed executive powers and the creation of security services accountable to the constitution, parliament and the electorate. In all of the above issues, the Zanu PF draft reverses the same and in some instances creates a legal order that is even worse than the current status quo.
On citizenship, the biggest insult is the exclusion of persons born in Zimbabwe from parents or grandparents that came from the Sadc region. Zimbabwe, like South Africa, had thousands of immigrant workers from Malawi, Zambia and Mozambique. To therefore deny them citizenship is not only bad law but anti-regionalism and anti-panAfricanism. Moreover, denying dual citizenship to Zimbabweans whose citizenship was acquired by descent or registration is equally pretentious and malicious. More so, when that very same constitution makes it clear that all citizens are equal irrespective of whether your citizenship was acquired by birth descent or registration.
The bill of rights has been tempered with by removing any reference on its interpretation to practices in other democratic countries. In addition, women's protection to their right to reproductive health has been removed. Also, the general provision that gave everyone the right to information including government information has been removed. Freedom of expression and freedom of the press are now defined not to include what Zanu PF describes as public indecency and morality. In the Copac draft, the right to privacy included the right not to have one's medical condition disclosed. Zanu PF has removed this basic and fundamental right.
In addition, the right of every Zimbabwean to own land and agricultural property has been removed.
Thus, the Zanu PF draft is weak and is fraught with hatred and concepts that are foreign to modern jurisprudence. Perhaps the biggest crime of the Zanu PF draft is the restoration and creation of a bigger and more monstrous imperial president. Their president no longer shares power with Cabinet, can dissolve Parliament at any time, appoints judges and appoints all members of commissions. He can declare war without going to Parliament. In short, it is a president that is above the law and the constitution itself.
The current constitution seeks to make us slaves and subjects of an imperial president.
The Copac draft sought to reconstitute and redesign the state by creating security services that were subject to and accountable to the constitution, the people and the elected Executive. The Copac draft went even further to create a public complaints body against the omissions and commissions of the security sector. It went further to subject security chiefs like the president to limited tenure of office of two five-year terms, a provision that also applied to permanent secretaries, heads of parastatals and those heading government bodies.
Zanu PF has removed all these provisions. It has created a security service that is privately owned by the president as if Mugabe will live forever. It has also removed the public complaints body as well as the terms of office of security and civilian functionaries. In short, there is a vicious protection and retention of the old order.
Does it establish and protect the clear separation of power and authority in state structures?
Sadly, the Zanu PF draft fundamentally alters the Copac principle of clear separation of power. In the Copac draft, the President cannot dissolve parliament save for mandatory elections. Parliament appoints judges and therefore there is a clear separation of authority. The office of the Independent Prosecuting Authority ensures that the President cannot control and politicise prosecutions. The Zanu PF draft retains everything on the insatiable table of the imperial president. How sad.
Does it create independent institutions, particularly, those baulking against power and big government?
The Copac draft constitution creates important independent institutions that protect citizens. These include the Anti-Corruption Commission, the Independent Prosecuting Authority, National Peace and Reconciliation Commission, Zimbabwe Gender Commission. It also goes further to strengthen existing commissions such as the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission, the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission and the Zimbabwe Media Commission.
The Zanu PF draft seriously assaults the appointment process of the Anti-Corruption Commission and alters the powers of the Media Commission. By removing the Independent Prosecuting Authority Zanu PF amendments seek to propagate the Zanufication and politicisation of prosecutions.
Sadly the Zanu PF draft also removes the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission which is critical in post conflict reconstruction and in vaccinating against what I called the hard and soft genocide in this country. This commission resonates with every right thinking person in Zimbabwe. Sadly the chaos faction in Zanu PF which was responsible for producing the constitution Frankenstein being discussed herein lives in the past.
Does it create mechanisms for state and generational succession and regeneration?
The Copac draft sought to do this by providing limits to state functionaries, the president, security chiefs, members of independent commissions and heads of parastatals. As indicated above, Zanu PF has removed terms of limits from most of the above.
The issue of running mates, which has been tempered with, clearly guarantees the superiority of the imperial president.
Furthermore by stating that a political party must choose which of the two vice presidents will succeed a departing president, scenes of instability are being sown.
Moreover, the proposed provision now creates discrimination against independent presidential candidates. More importantly, is this no Zanu PF way of ensuring that an individual vice president from a minority tribe in Zimbabwe can never become president.
The Zanu PF counter draft must be rejected and dismissed with the contempt it deserves.
What must a good constitution do?
A good constitution, like any good contractual document, must be based on mistrust, the assumption that any individual holding power can abuse that power. Thus, a negotiated constitution should thus act as a bulwark against that power. Put differently, the Zanu PF Politburo should have had the mindset of any ordinary opposition and defined the protections that they would want to see in a constitution. Instead, they saw themselves as permanent rulers.
Does the amended constitution articulate aspirations of the people?
Zimbabwe for many years has been subjected to uneven development. Without a doubt, the state has produced itself through Harare and the Mashonaland provinces. Life in Zimbabwe evolves around Harare from the application of passports and the granting of liquor licences and other mundane tasks which can be decentralised. To deal with this mischief, the Copac draft sought to create a devolved state in clear recognition of the noble principle of equal development. The Copac constitution sought to create powerful elected mayors who could chat the developmental agenda of their communities and elected councillors who could not be fired willy-nilly at the special instance of a minister. Sadly, that has been removed.
The whole of Zimbabwe is undeveloped and will continue to suffer under the weight of a dual enclave economy. Devolution is one important answer to destroying the thick barriers of enclavity. Those who say it promotes tribalism are being disingenuous. The whole world is replete with devolved states.


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5-Point Checklist: Signs You Need A Root Canal
The only way to remedy infected tooth pulp is to see a general dentist for a root canal in Clearwater, FL. Many people are hesitant to get this treatment, but it is important to get it in order to prevent an infection from spreading and relieve drastic pain you may be experiencing. It will be a lot easier if you get a dental procedure sooner rather than later, so never delay getting a root canal .
5 Common Symptoms for Needing a Root Canal
The following symptoms are prevalent when the pulp inside a tooth has become infected. It is important to bear in mind that a single symptom is a good enough reason to see a dentist. Not all these symptoms will be present, but pay attention to them so that you know when it is time to see a professional.
- Gums around the affected tooth are tender or swollen
- The affected tooth has darkened or looks stained
- Extreme pain is experienced when biting down
- Pimples consistently appear on gum tissue
- Severe sensitivity to hot and cold food or drinks
Steps for Getting Treatment
The first thing you need to do is contact a general dentist. You will likely be asked to describe your symptoms, and the dentist will suggest a time for you to come in. Depending on the severity of the symptoms, you might be asked to come in immediately or in a few days. If you are asked to wait, then the dentist you are speaking with might tell you what you can do in the meantime to reduce the severity of the symptoms.
Call Our Office Right Away
No amount of pain should ever be considered normal. Contact Northwood Dental in order to get prompt treatment so that you can regain control of your overall well-being. There is no need to wait when call us now at 727-797-5161.
Three Things To Consider About Getting Cosmetic Dentistry Work
Cosmetic dentistry has much more to it than what meets the eye. While some people pursue cosmetic dental work to deal with the after effects of a lost or damaged tooth, others seek it out to improve their overall dental health as well as the aesthetic appearance of their smile. No matter why you are interested in cosmetic dentistry, there are a number of reasons that it can help boost your oral health.
- Dental Implants are just the tip of the iceberg. While many people think of cosmetic dentistry as just dental implantation work, there are so many other aspects of cosmetic dentistry. Building bridges and getting tooth crowns are two other ways in which cosmetic dentistry can help rebuild your mouth from the root up. Invisalign® invisible braces are a perfect cosmetic choice for discreetly straightening crooked teeth. Veneers and teeth whitening procedures are also classed as cosmetic dental procedures.
- Cosmetic dentistry can help you to chew again. Have you lost the use of your tooth due to infection or bacterial decay? Fortunately, certain dental work, such as dental implants , can help restore full functionality to your teeth. They can give you back the ability to chew firm foods, as well as making your mouth shine.
- Cosmetic dental procedures can last a lifetime. When cosmetic dentistry is done by expert dentists and well maintained by regular biofilm cleanings and good daily dental hygiene, it can last for a very long time. In addition, most cosmetic dental procedures serve to protect your existing teeth from getting damaged or experiencing decay.
We Are Here to Help
Here at Northwood Dental, we specialize a variety of different procedures, including cosmetic dentistry and dental implants in Clearwater, FL. Feel free to give us a call today at (727) 288-9085 to talk to one of our nationally recognized dentists about what we can do for you and your family.
Getting Smart With The Pros And Cons Of Dental Implants
Implant dentistry is highly useful for giving patients a new tooth. Our dentists offer dental implants in Clearwater, FL so that you can eat and speak like you did with your old tooth. There are a few things our dentist will tell you about the advantages and disadvantages of implants so that you can make an informed decision.
An important reason for why dental implants are a great restoration option is that they replace the entire structure of the tooth. Other treatments only replace what you can see. An implant actually replaces the root of the tooth that goes into the jaw bone. This ensures a stronger bond. Another advantage is that the dental implant prevents the jaw bone from deteriorating significantly. A lost tooth means that there is no longer stimulation at that part of the bone, so it will begin to reabsorb back into your body. Implants prevent the bone deterioration and absorption.
Once your implant has fully fused, it will function just like a tooth. You will not have to do anything special to take care of it. It is not going to click or pop when you operate your jaw. It is not going to slip out of place. It is essentially a brand, new tooth, and as long as proper care is taken, your implant can last for a lifetime.
Every procedure has its disadvantages, and our dentist will go over potential risks with you before beginning. However, dental implants have a very high success rate. The main thing to take into consideration is that the procedure takes a while. Your implant needs to be put in place, and you will then need to wait a few months until the crown can be put over it. It is a bit of a time commitment but very much worth it in the long run.
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Northwood Dental has the technology needed to give you a perfect smile. Contact us, and we can discuss your restorative implant dentistry options with you in greater detail.
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4 Ways Dental Technology Can Improve Your Oral Health
The dental office of the 21st century has experienced many changes because of advances in dental technology. As more dental providers continue to employ the use of advanced dental technology in their offices, patients benefit from better dental care and healthier mouths and teeth. At Northwood Dental we are committed to providing each of our patients the top technology tools in the dental industry. With these tools, we can develop an effective way to keep your mouth, teeth and gums in top condition. Here are some of the benefits you get with our advanced technological tools.
1. Diagnosis
One of the biggest benefits to patients is that technology helps us diagnose conditions with much greater accuracy. Digital x-rays allow us to get a clearer and more accurate view of your teeth and bones. That way, we can find out if there are things going on beyond the surface of your gums.
2. Treatment
Treatments for dental patients have been made much better with technology as well. When making impressions of your teeth, we now have the ability to utilize digital tools that help increase the effectiveness of your treatment plan.
3. Precision
Advanced dental technology like lasers can help patients get more precise results when undergoing laser gum surgery or other procedures. Instead of traditional scalpels, your gums can be treated much more accurately with the top tools.
4. Comfort
Finally, our patients benefit by getting a more comfortable experience when we use some of our top technological tools in dental treatment. Some procedures allow patients to experience little discomfort when getting dental work done, and others give patients much less recovery time. These things are possible when using the latest dental technology tools.
If you are interested in finding out how advanced dental technology can be incorporated into your dental treatment plan, contact us today. We can give you some options for your next dental visit.
Treatment Options For Teeth Grinding
Teeth grinding is a fairly serious condition that regularly affects both children and adults. In children, clenching of the jaw or grinding of the teeth, both referred to as bruxism, may be brought on by a cold or stress. In adults, bruxism may be the result of stress or years of chewing on items such as pencils or gum. Many individuals do not even realize they grind their teeth because they do it in their sleep, but the act can lead to severe headaches, soreness in the jaw and neck, and poor overall slumber.
Regular grinding of the teeth can also lead to all kinds of dental problems. It wears away at the enamel of the teeth and might even cause cracking or other damage if left unchecked. At Northwood Dental, we seek to help our patients overcome the effects of teeth grinding with a few different treatment options.
One of the best ways to treat bruxism is to be aware of it in the first place. If you clench your jaw during the day, it might be time to train yourself to notice and forcibly relax your jaw, such as by touching the tip of your tongue to the back of your front teeth. As you consciously relax, your jaw may clench and grind less often.
Stress Reduction
You might also try reducing the stress in your life using specific techniques, including exercise and counseling. In some cases, a muscle relaxer might also help to reduce the severity and frequency of the teeth grinding. You can also get a better night's sleep and reduce the odds of a bruxism episode by cutting out caffeinated foods and beverages and avoiding alcohol.
Oral Appliances
Oral appliances such as mouth guards may prevent your teeth from coming in contact with one another. The doctors at Northwood Dental may be able to find a custom solution to help you or your child combat the effects of bruxism . To schedule a consultation, contact our office today.
Dental Implants And Dentures: The Pros And Cons
Dentures have long been one of the most common tooth replacement options in the US. Today, that trend is changing, and dental implants are joining dentures on the list of top treatments. At Northwood Dental, we know both options have their pros and cons, and patients should have that information prior to being asked to choose a treatment option that would work for them. If you are thinking about replacing your missing teeth in Clearwater, FL, consider the following as you make your decision:
Dentures are a removable appliance that is adhered to the gums with denture adhesive. Today's dentures are better than ever, and boast stronger, more natural looking materials that can help you retain more of a natural look. Many patients initially experience difficulty eating and speaking with their new dentures. They are prone to shifting while in use, and that may cause discomfort. When the dentures are a partial set, they may also cause the healthy teeth around them to decay if doctors fail to fit them properly. Patients with significant bone loss, a weak jaw or ongoing problems with their gums may find dentures to be an ideal treatment. Their cost may also make them a practical choice for patients on a budget.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are similar to dentures, but instead of having the false teeth rooted to an orthodontic device, they are affixed directly to the jaw. They are implanted surgically, and with proper care and attention, may last for decades. Implants can also be used to replace any number of missing teeth, are more comfortable than other options, and are not prone to causing damage to other healthy teeth. The biggest con to implants is their cost. They are initially expensive and many insurance plans do not fully cover the expenses associated with their placement.
At Northwood Dental, we are happy to help determine which treatment option would work best for you. Contact our office today to schedule an appointment.
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A Guide To Gum Disease
Gum disease occurs when plaque and tartar build up on teeth and provide conditions for bad bacteria to infect your mouth. Gum disease is a serious oral health issue, because if it is left untreated, it can lead to loss of gum tissue, mouth infections, and even tooth loss. Because the health of your mouth is linked to your overall health, early detection and treatment of gum disease is pivotal.
Signs of Gum Disease
Individuals who smoke, those who have diabetes, or those who have a genetic predisposition are all at risk for developing gum disease. Possible signs of gum disease may include:
- Bleeding when brushing, flossing, or eating
- Halitosis or bad breath
- Loose teeth
- Painful eating or chewing
- Receding gums
- Red and inflamed or swollen gums
Because gum disease is relatively painless, patients may not even realize that there is a serious dental problem unless they visit a dentist.
Treatment Options for Gum Disease
Gum disease is treatable. The first step involves removing the buildup of plaque and tartar through an oral deep cleaning called scaling and root planning . More serious cases of gum disease may require advanced treatments such as laser gum surgery or LANAP®, which removes plaque buildup and diseased tissue beneath the gum line. LANAP® is an advanced laser technology gum diseasetreatment, which is less invasive and virtually pain-free as opposed the typical scalpel and suture method which requires a longer recovery time and more pain medication.
Gum disease patients should also consider incorporating better oral care routines, such as brushing and flossing regularly and quitting smoking, in order to better improve the overall health of their mouth.
Schedule a Consultation
If you are interested in learning more about how to prevent and treat gum disease, contact our office in Clearwater, FL today. One of our doctors can meet with you and discuss your options for gum treatment.
Five Foods That Are Great For Your Teeth
You already know that proper nutrition is good for your overall health, but did you know that certain foods can improve your dental health and reduce your risk of cavities? If you want to spend less time at the dentist receiving treatments for tooth decay, try making healthy eating a lifetime habit. Here are five of the best food choices for your teeth.
- Yogurt
Yogurt is packed full of calcium and protein, which are both key components of strong, healthy teeth. Yogurt also offers probiotics, which are helpful bacteria that crowd out the bad bacteria in your mouth that cause decay. Just keep in mind that most flavored yogurts have a lot of added sugar, which is bad for your teeth and feeds harmful bacteria. For maximum benefits, consume yogurt with no added sugar. You can add your own flavoring in the form of fresh berries or nuts.
- Vegetables
Crunchy vegetables like carrots and celery are great for your teeth because they scrape bacteria and food particles away when you chew on them. They are also full of fiber and bone-friendly vitamins, which makes them a great snack choice.
- Leafy Greens
Leafy greens deserve a category of their own because they are powerhouses of nutrition. They are high in calcium and folic acid, which are good for hard and soft oral tissues. If you have trouble consuming a sufficient quantity of leafy greens, try throwing some kale into a smoothie or sautéing spinach with garlic and onions and eating it as a side dish.
- Cheese
Like yogurt, cheese is also high in protein and calcium, which strengthen tooth enamel and improve oral health. Cheese also raises the pH in your mouth, thereby lowering your risk of tooth decay.
- Almonds
Almonds are low in sugar and are a good source of protein and calcium, which makes them an ideal dietary choice for your oral health. Almonds taste great as a snack or sprinkled in a variety of dishes.
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Published at Tuesday, April 16th, 2019 - 16:04:56 PM. Worksheet. By Abella Barre.
Next, you need to design your worksheet on paper. To do this, you can use the word processing program on your computer, such as Microsoft Word or Microsoft Publisher, or you may opt to use a worksheet generator that you can find on the Internet. There are many places where you can worksheet generators, such as at Teachnology. If you opt to use your own word processing program, then you have to be sure to set your margins correctly so that you are able to fit all of the material onto the worksheet. Choose a font that is easy for kids to read. Make sure that the colors you choose will show up nicely on a printed version of the worksheet. Sometimes yellows or purples can come out light, even though they look okay on your computer monitor.
Demonstrating Progress, If we cannot demonstrate children's progress with worksheets, how do we provide evidence of learning? Here are several ways: Portfolios – A portfolio is a collection of a child's work. Portfolios can include the following: Work Samples, Keep samples of each child's drawings and writing, including invented spelling. Photographs of creations of clay, wood, and other materials can also be included. Children should have a say in what is included in their own portfolio. Date each piece so that progress throughout the school year can be noted. Observations: Keep observational records of what children do in the class. There are many efficient methods of recording children's behavior. Audio and video tape can capture them in action. Occasional anecdotal notes also help. Checklists: Record children's skill development on checklists. Progress in beginning letter recognition, name writing, and self-help skills, for example, can be listed and checked off as children master them.
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Great Foods and Their Health Effects
We all get to grab something to eat at various times of the day. This is in order to obtain nutrients that facilitate body growth and development. Consequently, what we consume gets transformed into energy within the body to help in moving the muscles. The culinary applied to a given type of food will determine its impacts on the body of the consumer. Whether the diet is appropriate or healthy or not is one factor that most people usually overlook when cooking their food. Therefore, you need guidance on the type of the food and culinary for significant physical returns and healthy living.
You are bound to harvest double profits by using the right culinary methods in your kitchen. From just simple ingredients you can obtain from your kitchen, you will be able to get both nutritional and medicinal supplements via the right culinary methods. One of the famous products of medicinal culinary is the herbal tea which has been used by many people for food therapy. It can be locally prepared in your kitchen by mixing herbs, spices and plant material in the appropriate quantity and boiling them in water. The ingredients are placed in boiling water so that the medicinal material can dissolve in the boiling water for easy harvesting. The final concoction or herbal tea can be drunk either hot or cold depending on how you like it.
Herbal tea usually lacks caffeine since it is made from plant extracts unlike other beverages like coffee. An example of a recipe that can be used in herbal or decaffeinated tea is hibiscus plant due to its medicinal characteristics. Herbal tea is being prescribed to most patients as a first aid for allergic reactions or remedy for conditions that cannot be corrected by artificial medicine. These therapeutic practices have become quite common nowadays and are advisable in families for healthy living.
As opposed to the consumption of fast foods and snacks, the art of herbal culinary is meant to help reduce problems related to weight gain and heart diseases. Foods cooked this way are normally very simple, but with a boatload of health benefits to the consumers. It also comes with diversification into a variety of soup, drinks, and dishes to your advantage. Subsequently, you need to find out exactly how these cooking methods go from professionals such as chefs or culinary artists.
With the help of culinary specialists in the restaurants near you, you can revolutionize your diet with just the regular food prepared in your kitchen. The effects of well prepared herbal foods include better digestion, smooth skin, enhancement of the detoxification process as well as free breathing system of the consumer. Culinary artists from around you should have invaluable information for your healthier living.


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North Hills kicked off a week of Fashion with Compassion on Monday, September 13th, and you have certainly not missed out on the chance to participate!
(And just so you know, this week's ladies night offerings provide the perfect excuse to make that trip to North Hills!)
North Hills is collecting women's suits, shoes, and accessories to donate to Dress for Success of the Triangle. Drop off locations are at Brothers Cleaners and Tyler House (who, by the way, happens to carry the fabulous Donna Ricco dresses that are great professional wear – as well as party perfect – that I can't wait to check out).
I did mention that Thursday is a great night to head out to North Hills, right? Here's why..
Come stroll the sidewalks, visit the shops, sip some bubbly, and try-on some clothes, shoes, furs, jewelry, whatever inspires you during Girls' Night Out.
Sample a taste of North Hills with food from:
* Bonefish Grill
* Coquette Brasserie
* Mura
* Spring Rolls North Hills
* Vivace
The doors are open until 7:30pm, so see your boss later, drop off the kids, kiss your honey goodbye and meet your girlfriends on the streets of North Hills for one-night of shopping. Register to win a $200 NH Gift Card when you visit any of these boutiques:
* Bijuju – Bobbi Brown Makeup Event with FREE consultations
* Certain Things
* Charlotte's – having a Mollybeads Trunk Show
* Fleur Boutique
* gena chandler
* Luxe Apothecary
* Monkee's
* Nativa Boutique
* Possibilities Boutique – register to win a Pure Wrap
* Scout & Molly's
* Serotta's
* Tyler House – check out their Accessory Showcase; get 10% off with a donation to Dress for Success
* Uniquities
* WALK, A Scout & Molly's Shoetique
For more North Hills updates, check out the North Hills Midtown Lowdown blog online at http://www.NorthHillsRaleigh.com/news and the informational website at http://www.NorthHillsRaleigh.com/.
PS: On the Dress for Success Triangle NC facebook page, I noticed this special request –
Do you wear size 18 or above? We have many clients in need of size 18 and above clothing.
Even one outfit can make a big difference. See link below for our donation drop off locations.
So if you get the chance, be sure to shop, give back a little, and have a great time!
Happy Thursday, y'all!
Lisa Jeffries
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Weather and road conditions appear to have been factors in a crash that killed a 51-year-old woman in Oswego on Thursday, police said.
Oswego police identified the victim Friday morning as Cindy Borgra, 51, of the 23000 block of West Link Lane in Plainfield.
She was driving a minivan east on U.S. Highway 30 near Goodwin Drive about 2:30 p.m. when the van crossed into the westbound lane and was struck by a semi, Oswego police said in a news release.
Borga was taken to Rush-Copley Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead.
The truck's driver, identified as Joe Clark, 68, of Oswego, was also taken to Rush-Copley Medical Center, police said. His condition had not been updated, but police earlier said he was expected to survive.
No other people were in either vehicle, and no other vehicles were involved, police said.


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Aristocratic Kate Swift's world comes crashing down when her unsavoury husband disappears, leaving her in trouble and in debt. But Kate is at her best in a good fight. Forming an unlikely alliance with a young Australian burglaress and a cowardly wreck of a boozy journalist, the hopeless and miss-matched trio use wit, instinct and theft as the dubious tools of their trade as they hustle to stay out of jail and find enough money to struggle on.


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AceShowbiz - After four teaser clips, %cKaty Perry%'s much anticipated new single "Roar" has arrived, earlier than its scheduled August 12 debut. Due to online leaks, the song was released earlier to radio stations and will be made available on iTunes starting at midnight tonight, as Perry announced this morning by tweeting, "Looks like there's a tiger on the loose."
As what was first hinted in the last teaser "Satin Cape", the "Prism" lead single is a statement song, an empowering anthem where Perry proclaims, "I am a champion, you're gonna hear me roar." And as she had been hinting for more than a week before the track came out, it does differ from her previous sound although the song's message would throw her fans back to the uplifting vibe of "Firework".
As soon as the track makes its round for listening pleasure, so does the criticism from listeners start to make its way out online, saying that Perry's "Roar" sounds very closely similar to %cSara Bareilles%' "Brave". From the theme to the beat, the vocal and instrumental arrangements, down to the verses and hook, critics say the two songs are almost identical.
Since Perry liked Bareilles' "Brave", it may have influenced her when she was co-writing "Roar" with %cDr. Luke%, %cBonnie McKee% and %cMax Martin%. Whether it was intentional or just a pure coincidence, Bareilles herself doesn't seem bothered by the supposed plagiarism, tweeting her followers over the weekend, "All love, everybody. All love."
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Eggs – does size really matter?
Historically I, like the average Joe, would buy my eggs from the supermarket. I always made a point to buy free range, but if I saw the box marked 'jumbo' for the same price as medium, I would grab it, after-all who doesn't love a bargain.
It wasn't until I started working at VinCino and began a weekly trip to the Noosa Farmers Market for produce that I learnt – when it comes to cooking the perfect breakfast egg, size really does matter!
I was quickly informed by our great local egg supplier that the bigger the egg, the older the chicken and unfortunately, if you're looking to cook a top breakfast egg (other than scrambled), which doesn't splay when you crack it in the pan – the younger the better.
Therefore my cooking enthusiasts, like life, it's the younger, smaller egg which is happy to maintain its shape, while the bigger, older (and some would say wiser egg) is happy to just let it all go in every direction once cracked, perfect for scrambling, but for that all important fried or poached egg – seek out the box marked medium.


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Cariboo Chilcotin Outdoor Classrooms
Cariboo Chilcotin Outdoor Classrooms Comprise of the Following Components
- StrongStart
- Nature Kindergarten
- Grade 7 Outdoor Academy
- Grade 11 and 12 Independent Studies Environmental Stewardship Course
- Outdoor Education Resources
Outdoor Education Resource Teacher
School District #27's Outdoor Education Resource Teacher supports the numerous initiatives in the district that are utilizing the outdoors for student learning. This is accomplished through various activities including supporting the Grade 7 Outdoor Academy and Nature Kindergarten, facilitating teacher inquiries, resource development, and building partnerships with local and provincial outdoor learning organizations. This position is a result of a long standing partnership between the Williams Lake Field Naturalist, Scout Island Nature Centre and the Cariboo Chilcotin School District.
Downloadable Files
- Ideas for Winter Fun in Williams Lake
- Ideas for Summer Fun in Williams Lake
- Tales and Trails Program
- Cariboo Chilcotin Conservation Society – Environmental Education Programs
- Cariboo Chilcotin Conservation Society – Brief Program Overview
- Cariboo Chilcotin Conservation Society – Pictures, Education In Action
- Why take your students outdoors? (Scout Island Nature Centre)


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first edition Paperback
1941 · Washington
by Temporary National Economic Committee
Washington: Government Printing Office, 1941. Book. Very good condition. Paperback. First Edition. Octavo (8vo). xiv, 442 pages of text including an index. Original orange paper printed wrappers with minor sunning on spine, and moderate shelfwear. Title includes "...Commerce and the Securities and Exchange Commission for the TNEC, Seventy-Sixth Congress, Third Session, Pursuant to Public Resolution No. 113 (Seventy-fifth Congress) Authorizing and Directing a Select Committee to Make a Full and Complete Study and Investigation with Respect to the Concentration of Economic Power In, and Financial Control Over, Production and Distribution of Goods and Services.". (Inventory #: 008067)


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Let's have a listen to the first movement. Here is an excellent recording by Gilels, Kogan and Rostropovich made in 1959. The first movement goes to the 7:38 mark:
Here is a site where you can download a pdf of the score. The first movement begins with a fugal texture, but with the cello stating the theme in extremely high harmonics:
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Then the violin comes in with the theme as the cello continues:
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When the piano enters with the theme it is in the low bass in octaves:
As you can see, this is not dissonant, far less dissonant than late 19th century music! The cello statement of the theme is on A or rather the Aeolian mode. When the violin enters, though following the same basic intervals, it is in G major. Then the entry of the piano is in Phrygian mode on B. Though the texture is that of a fugue with the three instruments each stating the theme, harmonically this is very unlike a traditional fugue in which the voices would typically enter on the tonic, dominant and then tonic again. Here they enter on A, G and B with a modal structure.
The fugal opening serves as an introduction to a movement in sonata form, moderato, that begins just after the 3 minute mark in the clip above. This begins in E minor with the piano stating another version of that opening fugue theme. At the 5 minute mark a new section begins, marked Poco più mosso with a new theme in G major:
After the stating of these two themes, the exposition of a sonata form, there is a development section:
And recapitulation of both themes. Here is the beginning of the recapitulation of the opening E minor theme:
As an example of how he might alter a cadence, here is how the first movement ends:
There are some elements of a typical cadence: the D sharp leading tone in the bass which together with the B and F sharp in the upper voices gives a full dominant triad. But no seventh and traditionally, an authentic cadence requires the dominant to be in root position, not first inversion. But then the D sharp is contradicted by a D natural in the next measure and the tonic chord is rendered rather doleful by the reiterated F natural decoration for four measures! The E minor cadence is essentially combined with a Phrygian cadence.
Let's listen to this first movement again in a different performance. Here is the trio of Piano: Martha Argerich, Violin: Gidon Kremer, Violoncello: Mischa Maisky:


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iPhone 5 Users Report 'Purple Flare' Camera Defect
Purple Flare might sound like a cool new Instagram filter, but it's actually the nickname for the latest glitch affecting the iPhone 5.
Some users are reporting a strange issue with the iPhone 5 camera where a purple flare or haze appears when taking a photo near a bright light source such as a lamp or the sun. The issue was first reported by a forum user on the tech review site AnandTech, who posted several different photos taken inside and outside that showed a purple haze.
The user said he confirmed the issue on at least five different iPhone 5's, including models from AT&T and Verizon in black and white. The issue occurs when you aim your iPhone 5 towards a bright light, and then move it so the light source is just off-screen. It happens most often near bright lamps and the sun, but also occurs to a lesser degree near LED lighting, florescent lighting, and computer monitors.
"I take a lot of photos and video with my iPhone and this is a really annoying problem for me," the user Kaido wrote. "I've confirmed the issue on multiple phones, so I know it's not just me."
The issue may be related to the iPhone 5's new Sapphire Crystal lens cover, or it could also be caused by a software glitch, the user speculated.
Another poster in Sydney, Australia said they are experiencing the same problem and reported it to Apple. The user was asked to send sample photos so Apple's engineers could investigate the issue.
"I'm not surprised that it is widespread though as I've been able to replicate it on every iPhone 5 I have gotten hold of," the user DJ Callyman wrote.
PCMag tested the camera on a white iPhone 5 from AT&T in PCMag's photo studio next to a bright light source and were able to replicate the purple flare (below).
Purple Flare is just the latest in a string of issues affecting the iPhone 5. Users have been reporting that the rim and back of the phone are easily scuffed and scratched. Some have complained of light leaking out around the white iPhone 5's power connector, while others are having trouble transmitting data via Wi-Fi. Yesterday, meanwhile, iPhone users noticed that Siri was providing them with inaccurate weather forecasts. But the biggest issue so far, which has now reached "meme" status, is Apple's flawed iOS 6 mapping software that replaced Google Maps.
For more, see PCMag's full review of the iPhone 5 as well as the slideshow below. Also check out Top Apple iPhone 5 Complaints.
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Creating Tomorrow: clean beauty, tweakment, or both?
Nov 25, 2019 | By Carla Buzasi
Oct 15, 2015
And so, Birchbox is set to crack the mould of its own core raison d'etre – letting consumers try incredible, well-known beauty products – by creating its own range.
It's a risk albeit not a huge surprise, given the brand opened its first actual store in New York earlier this year and has a rather impressive $71.9million venture capital funding behind it. Widening its offering has clearly been Birchbox's MO this year and it intends to launch a second product line in 2016.
But let's focus on the first drop – a makeup range LOC (an acronym standing for Love of Color) with a price point of $22 to $49 which will reflect seasonal trends. So far, so good. The question is, do Birchbox subscribers want Birchbox product or do they just want a steady stream of travel-sized luxury?
The truth is, creating a successful new beauty line is tough. The market is saturated and the majority of consumers have a daily regimen that's set in stone: a three or four-step cleansing routine followed by make-up they know and trust.
As a former beauty journalist, I spent much of my early to mid-twenties at product launches. There, you would meet brilliant, creative people who had done their research and often had a strong USP. Sometimes their products even did what they claimed to. And yet, 12 months later they would be gone – just another start-up that couldn't persuade consumers to ditch their L'Oreal or Estee Lauder-owned favourite for something new.
But Birchbox is different. Not just because its got a one million+ subscriber-base to sell to. Not just because its products are colour-driven and popping vibrant brights are so now (not to mention so next season).
No – Birchbox's product line will succeed because it gets social media to the extent that being a subscriber and a follower feels like being part of a really cool girl gang. It's smart, it's approachable, it's #squadgoals meets product. You understand Birchbox, because the brand – via social – portrays itself as a slightly wiser version of its consumers.
If you need proof of how powerful this concept is at generating profit, check out Glossier – the beauty range launched by ex-Vogue style assistant and Into The Gloss founder Emily Weiss. Eschewing traditional formats of new product marketing (launch first, social second), Weiss got her 100K+ Instagram followers excited by – and invested in – her line by posting pictures of the products before they were anywhere near retail.
In fact, I'd be surprised if Weiss didn't create her highly shareable range (pale pink and retro – sort of the product version of Cher in Mermaids) with how they'd look on the social platform in mind.
Like Birchbox, Glossier followers are almost part of a movement – coined by Weiss as "more skin, less makeup" – they're not just buying product, they're investing in a smart, cool lifestyle that's just so very current.
And now? Glossier is stronger than ever – retailing in the U.S. with plans to sell further afield and backed by sturdy investment totaling at $10.4m.
This enlightened approach to beauty marketing is the polar opposite of the celebrity-driven campaigns because it puts consumers at the centre making them part of something progressive, rather than ask them to aspire to a rather impossible aesthetic ideal.
So yeah – launching a new beauty range and making it stick is hard. But if any brand can do it, it's Birchbox.
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Well, this was a fun week! If you live in Toronto and haven't made it to any of the Pan Am Games, I highly recommend you do. Your public transit will be free all day, you support our athletes and it's just a grand ol' time. Dooooo it.
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Sanani Island covers an area of 45503 sqm south east of Palm Island. It is mainly rocky with a partially sandy shore that resembles that of Palm Island.
The smallest island, with an area of 34.903 sqm is located north west of Palm Island. Ramkine Island is mostly rocky and rises to about 12 meters above sea level. The island contains the remains of a lighthouse in addition to cannon emplacements and underground galleries that were built early this century. A solar powered navigation light has now been installed in the tower of the old lighthouse.
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– Boat cruise with learning fishing
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– Swimming and doing some beach sports as snorkeling and sea do driving
– A walk in the island with necessary explanation
– We can also visit the old souks of Tripoli city
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When we build project for clients based on number of open source libraries, we typically look into licensing policy of each open source library and analyze how well they fit with client policies. While analyzing one such policy of open source library, I was asked by my colleague what was the interesting licensing policy you have come across?, without second thought i replied back, policy of SQLite. Here is extracted license text from SQLite
" The author disclaims copyright to this source code. In place of a legal notice, here is a blessing:
May you do good and not evil.
May you find forgiveness for yourself and forgive others.
May you share freely, never taking more than you give. "
Isn't it interesting?.


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Becoming a part of the Mission Inn-Possible Team will enable you to experience the people, culture, and beauty of Guatemala. You will work alongside our Guatemalan staff, and will meet families whose lives have been changed by the power of the Gospel.
During an eight-day trip, your team will participate in a wide range of activities that will give you a deeper understanding of our heart. These activities may include a work project, dinner with a local family, tour of the school, devotions with staff members, etc.
You will also have the opportunity to interact with the children who attend the school. You interact with them in their classrooms, play with them at recess, and brighten their day by sharing laughs, hugs, and smiles.
During your mission, you will encounter God and experience Him in ways like never before. You will be challenged, and you will learn and grow. You will see how powerful and beautiful it is when people from different cultures and backgrounds come together under one roof and worship God in different languages, and you will build relationships that will impact the Kingdom of God.
Each team must have a volunteer leader who works closely with Inn Ministries' staff to design and plan the trip, manage the arrangements, provide fundraising support, etc. Team members under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult aged 21 or older.
The fee to be a part of an 8-day Mission Inn-Possible team is $655 per person, plus project fees. Airfare and additional days are a separate personal expense. The fee helps provide lodging at our project site, meals during your stay, ground transportation, activity coordination, and select weekend tours around the Antigua region. For additional information regarding your mission, check out our Mission Inn-Possible brochure.
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Looking down from the 12+1th Floor.
Last night I headed down to the Clocktower Gallery and the studios of AIR (Art International Radio,) formerly WPS1. The purpose for this journey was to conduct a Dead Hare Radio interview AIR Managing Director Beatrice Johnson and Director of Programs David Weinstein to talk about the history.
STO installing his works on paper.
Additionally, I chatted with STO, who along with ELI, make up the visual and noise making entity DubknowDub. The duo will be culminating their month long Time Sync Laboratory Residency at the Clocktower with an exhibit and performance, tomorrow (March 10) @ 6-9pm. STO was in the process of installing his ink on paper works. He explained that along with the visual works he and ELI created during their time in the Clocktower, they've been sampling the creepy sounds made by the building late in the night. Apparantly, a man committed suicide in the Clock Tower in 1913, and it's said the building is haunted....
A quote from a note on the deceased's body in the original NY Times story:
"Dear Art: Everything you've done for me sticks me like a pin." Yep. That sounds about right.
STO's battery powered grocery cart - instrument.
If you want to catch tomorrow night's performance at the Clocktower Gallery at 108 Leonard St, here are instructions on getting into the building. The evening's events can also be heard on the ARTonAIR audio stream.
AIR has an extensive archive of audio documentation on its website. The audio stream features a mixture of art and culture related conversation and music and sound works.
Mary Heilmann's Two Lane Blacktop, 2009
is one many permanent works installed throughout the space.
We're still waiting for an inaugural airdate for Dead Hare Radio, but my interviews at AIR will be broadcast shortly thereafter.


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Have you met Mary yet? Now you have, thanks to the pet. All 24 down and 0 to go. Did you keep up at my show? We shall see what took place as the cat tallies the stats up for this year at his space. Now go rest after my 24 post mass that is what will be done by my little rhyming ass.
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Below is a great article about Art Education Purpose:
An Academic Training in Art - A Limit Or Freedom?
by Vyacheslav Shevchenko
Does skill in art limit an artist, or give him more freedom? That depends on the kind of art. There are many different styles and approaches in today's visual arts, and both, artists and viewers make their own choices in what they like. All styles have a right to exist, yet it's unacceptable to force any one approach on others.
Some directions, such as abstract art, rely more on artist's intuition, and do not require a solid set of skills. As oppose to that, capturing a personality of a sitter in a realistic portrait, drawing a realistic figure requires a fundamental set of skills - an academic training. An academic training is a teaching approach that is based on the experience of many generations of artists. It's a system that trains an art student to draw and paint realistically step by step, using a proven method. Academic training is a bequest that needs to be preserved and built on.
The definition of freedom is having a choice between many possibilities. Yet in today's art schools and colleges, academic training is not taught in depth.
Only the surface is scratched, and that inevitably robs students of a choice - what style to choose. Many art students turn to abstraction not because of their personal preference, but because they lack skills to paint any other way.
Being an art professor for many years in an academic setting, I observed how students who mastered the skill of realistic painting varied in their approach. Each had his own way of applying paint, each had his own way of seeing. Mastery of craft didn't limit their imagination, but gave them more freedom of expression, allowed them to express exactly what they aspired to express.
Thus, I believe that it's a lack of solid foundation that limits an artist, and it's the mastery of skill that allows an artist to soar, expressing his thoughts and feelings, his visions and his spirit.
Vyacheslav Shevchenko is an internationally acclaimed artist and art professor. To learn more about him and his work, please visit http://www.MaestroArtServicesIntl.com.
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