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This year, Binder Park Zoo's ZooBoo celebrates 28 years of Halloween fun! Growing up in Battle Creek, I have great memories from my childhood going to trick-or-treating through the zoo during ZooBoo. I especially remember how much fun it was to put on my costume, get into the minivan and then drive through the zoo entrance and see all the decorations.
Since its start, ZooBoo has grown and now includes so much more than just the trick-or-treating trail. ZooBoo is an amazing Halloween festival in the zoo, it is creating happy and fun memories for so many kids. Here are some reasons why Binder Park Zoo's ZooBoo is so special.
Every year before ZooBoo starts, Binder Park Zoo holds a pumpkin carve. Anyone can come and help carve the hundreds pumpkins that will be displayed throughout the zoo. Kids are so excited to come back and find where their pumpkin is placed. It gives visitors a sense that they contributed to making this event happen. This year's carve is on October 14 from 4-7pm. It's so much fun that our whole CVB staff will be there to help carve this year.
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Everyone loves the zoo. Coming to the zoo when it is all decked out in Halloween and fall décor makes it seem magical. It's worth a visit to see the zoo at night during such a fun, festive event. All the decorations in the main zoo are "merry-not-scary" decorations so this event is great for all ages.
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One of the most popular tourist attractions in Sierra County, New Mexico, located in downtown Truth or Consequences, is Geronimo Springs Museum. It hosts thousands of visitors every year from all over the world, bringing attention to the fascinating history of southwestern New Mexico.
A community effort begun in 1971 with the local Rotary Club holding the first pancake breakfast earning $300, community support and fundraising efforts reached a total of more than $60,000, enabling the museum to open its doors to the public during the 1972 Fiesta. Since then, it has continued to grow. The vast majority of the items on exhibit were donated by community members and citizens interested in preserving the local history.
The mammoth and mastodon skulls in the Fossil and Mineral Room were found here in Sierra County, remnants of the distant past. Geology exhibits of rocks, many from the local area, are also displayed.
A life-size statue of Geronimo highlights the Apache room. Also on exhibit are early Apache baskets and history of the Warm Springs Apaches, who once lived in this area and bathed in our wonderful hot mineral waters.
The Hispanic Heritage room focuses on displays of the early farming communities that settled in the mid-1880s, in addition to the historic Jornada del Muerto portion of El Camino Real that passes near here. It was the major north-south route from Mexico City to Santa Fe since established by Juan de Onate in 1598 and an integral part of the settlement of the Southwest.
The Ranch Rooms depict ranch life during the late 1800s to early 1900s, with many old tools and household items on display. The walls of one room are decorated with many of the brands of Sierra County residents and the chuck box was used by one of the more prominent Sierra County ranches. The Wilson Room has exhibits and photographs from the early founding of Hot Springs and other Sierra County communities, showing what life was like "back then." Included are the first bank teller's cage and many old-style business machines.
The Pottery Room has a world-class collection of early pottery dating from AD 200 to AD 1540, including much of the Mimbres black-on-white. There is a large collection of arrowheads, effigies, tools and ornaments from the prehistoric people inhabiting the high desert mountains and valleys of southwestern New Mexico. There are also pieces of contemporary pottery on display to show how the traditions have continued.
The log cabin off the Pottery Room was donated by the U.S. Forest Service and moved to its present location from the Gila National Forest in 1992. It was built as a miner's cabin in the early 1900s. Museum volunteers dismantled the cabin log by log, numbered them, and accurately rebuilt it on its present site
There are two Military Rooms encompassing military history from the 1850s to the present. In one room, displays of artifacts from early forts pay tribute to the importance of the military presence in the settlement of the area. In another room, local area veterans are honored for their contributions to making this nation what it is today. Their stories are told as individuals who endured what had to be done to serve their fellow man.
The Community Room was funded through the generosity of the Hot Springs Women's Club, an organization of ladies who felt that such a room was needed for meetings and gatherings in the town. They provided funds for the remodeling of the room and furnishing of the kitchen. The room is rented out for parties, showers, meetings and other functions to help offset the expense of museum operations. Art displays of work by local and regional artists highlight the gallery walls. The displays change monthly and may be either works for sale or collections for exhibit only.
In 1977, the Ralph Edwards Wing was added. The Ralph Edwards Room holds memorabilia of the early Fiesta years, mementos of Edwards early life and the story of the name change. Continuously playing videos alternate between excerpts of early Truth or Consequences television shows and Ralph Edwards narrating memories of the early years. Several 1950s Fiesta dresses are on display, as well as pictures of all the Fiesta Queens.
Four huge paintings by Delmas Howe highlight the Heritage Room. They depict the four cultures that contributed to the history and settlement of the Southwest: Apache, Spaniard, Mexican and Cowboy. There are four sculptured bronzes by Hivana Leyendecker on the same subject matter. Also in the room are the "Turf Club" bar, Eugene Rhodes display, Old Time Fiddlers Hall of Fame, and a collection of hand carved wood statues paying tribute to the early explorers and Native American culture.
Fiesta 2002 brought the dedication of the Windmill Patio and Geronimo Trail Interpretive and Visitor Center. These were added through a grant obtained by the Geronimo Trail Scenic Byway, one of 27 scenic byways in New Mexico. The Interpretive Center was another historic building that was renovated, and contains displays on the history and attractions of all the communities in Sierra County, as well as tourist information from the local area and around the state. The Windmill Patio has a full-sized ranch windmill, dedicated to the memory of Bill Johnson, in a rural setting where visitors can sit and enjoy the patio.
The Gift Shop has a wide assortment of books on Sierra County and southwestern New Mexico, USGS topographical maps, unique gift ideas and collectible souvenirs. The volunteers and staff are always ready to assist shoppers and information seekers.
Items on display in front of the museum include a freight wagon that hauled freight from Engle to the mining towns, the pump from Cutter that provided water for the steam locomotives, and one of the original turbine runners from the Elephant Butte Dam hydroelectric plant.
Geronimo Springs Museum houses the history of Sierra County in more than just artifacts. There is a reference library of documents, books and photographs on the local area that is frequently used by researchers, authors, historians, students and the general public. There is an ever-growing collection of audio and video oral history interviews.
This museum is an evolving establishment that is constantly acquiring additional items of significance to the history of the area, expanding its displays and meeting the needs of the visitors who enjoy it.


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Eating healthier daily is something that everyone should make a priority. If you have the proper information, you can plan healthy meals throughout the day. Just use the advice in the article below, and you should be nourishing your body with good nutrition in no time.
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Why We Exist
Luminescence exists because high-knowledge sectors such as Professional Service Firms (PSFs) are the glue to our economy, trading in commercial intelligence that influence today's business leaders – and those of tomorrow.
Illuminating the Complex
Yet, these firms can struggle to differentiate their messaging in a crowded, highly competitive environment, struggling to cut through to really resonate with their target audiences and stand out from their peers.
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Internet communications have redefined the way we work, play, communicate and do business. The ripples from this seismic shift are as challenging as they are exciting.
The pace of change is breakneck, the demands of an internet-native generation are disrupting traditional ways of attracting new customers and employees, while an army of agile e-powered start-ups are corroding traditional client bases and re-drawing the rules of engagement. Internally, businesses departments are expected to collaborate and merge, employees are expected to be multi-tasking, multi-disciplinary ninjas, and cloud and mobile-based technology are changing how and where we work.
Luminescence helps businesses and their employees to not simply navigate this evolving environment, but to positively thrive in it. We provide access to cutting-edge thinking and approaches from industry disruptors and 'thought leaders' to ensure campaigns hit the mark.
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Luminescence is a small but mighty communications agency, trusted by some of the UK's leading media companies, Blue Chip multinationals and most innovative service firms.
Luminescence is a digital native, born out of a passion for improving business communications.
Luminescence Experience
With 850 years of combined experience in Communications, the Luminescence team are of course skilled in delivering our Strategy, Content, PR and Training services. But we also grasp the importance of business and inter-personal skills, which ensures our projects are delivered with concise meetings, transparent communications, sticking to deadlines and through an enjoyable, yet rigorous, process.
Luminescence is an award-winning agency. In 2016, it was awarded Gold for Best Low Budget (<£10,000) PR Campaign and was a Finalist in the Best Corporate and Business Communications Campaign category at the CIPR PRide Awards. In 2014, Saxo Capital Markets' #TradingDebates campaign we contributed to was a Finalist for a Social Buzz Award for the Best Social Media Campaign category.
We let our work speak for itself, so please view our Case Studies.
We have long-standing, deep-rooted relationships with journalists, futurists and other industry thought leaders. This gives us unparalleled access to the trends and insights they have, which we are able to pass on for our clients to apply to their businesses and to enhance our campaigns for clients. By nurturing these contacts, we are also well positioned to make introductions and provide access to those who have the power to take your business or your career to the next level.
Our business model is to 'stick to our knitting' to produce the work we're most qualified and experienced in, but to offer an end-to-end service for clients by drawing on select and trusted partners.
Our partners include an international award-winning design agency to provide our clients with Branding, Web Design & Development services and Marketing collateral. We also have partnerships with software companies associated with our services, including social listening and social influencer data providers. This means we can offer our clients discounted access to cutting edge technology to enhance their communication efforts.
Accreditations & Memberships
- The Professional Copywriters' Network
- Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR)
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Why Choose Us
It's hard choosing an agency – Will they be a good cultural fit? Will they deliver? Do they have the right skills?
The right agency wins hearts and minds with personality and evidence of similar successes. The best agency does this and instills you with the confidence and excitement to take a leap of faith with their bold solutions that challenge convention and 'cut through' to deliver.
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We think it speaks volumes that our client recommendations typically refer to our team's approach as being "engaging, challenging and enjoyable". We are passionate about what we do and, like you, want to enjoy fulfilling relationships with the people we collaborate with – all while getting the job done and excelling professionally.
But, equally, at Luminescence we believe your external agency should provide inspired thinking, a fresh perspective and gentle provocation where it can add value. 'Yes People' don't inspire greatness. Luminescence is about reaching for higher quality and better performance in everything we produce.
Luminescence has a 90% success rate at winning business following a pitch procurement process.
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Compliance is a crucial function in many of the firms we work with. Specialising in professional service firms (PSF), we understand the role and necessity of compliance and, unlike some agencies, do not see the relationship as adversarial. We are used to collaborating early on with internal compliance departments to ensure our campaigns and guidance don't fall at the final hurdle.
Professional Development
The whole team at Luminescence embrace a constant state of learning, from formal learning like CPD-accredited courses or attending quality industry conferences, to informal learning such as sector-specific magazines, podcasts and online courses. This means we bring to bear the most current approaches, tools and ideas in our service delivery.
Unparalleled Access
Then there's the getting out there and meeting industry thought leaders. Providing content services to some of the UK's leading media companies means we get incredible access and one-to-one conversations with the C-suite and senior management of the world's most innovative companies, the brightest thinkers in academia and other high-value commentators. This unparaelleld access allows us to pass on their insights on industry trends and good practice to our clients, providing further added value.
Industry Engagement
We engage with our own industry to further understanding and raise the bar on quality. Luminescence is a media commentator (The Guardian, Observe, Investment Week), a guest blogger (Social Media Week London – SMWLDN, The Social Media Show), are industry awards judges (DMA Awards) and has supported The Next Generation of Global Consumers conference in London. We previously sat as a member of the Direct Marketing Association (DMA) Social Media Council.
Luminescence* was also featured as a Case Study in the Managing Growth chapter of New Business: Next Steps, published by Pearson in 2015.
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Our Culture
Our purpose is to help high-knowledge businesses communicate and demonstrate their market leadership with credibility.
The Luminescence Mission
Our mission is to become the beacon for the highest quality and best-performing communications in professional services. As a result, Luminescence projects are synonymous with convention-challenging ideas delivered with professionalism and panache.
Our Approach
Our Approach is based on an unwavering determination to question the norm; "Just because it's always been done like this, is there a better way?" (See Why We Exist). Luminescence is a digitally native business and this approach has led us to embrace remote working, building our workforce by cherry-picking the best people for the job, not just the best people who live within a certain proximity.
Luminescence remains agile by employing an entirely cloud-based CRM and project management system, giving the team instant updates and transparency across their projects and clients without a deluge of emails. This makes us efficient and accountable internally, and more responsive to clients externally.
We believe in providing a safe, welcoming and inclusive working environment so we can all enjoy the intrinsic nature of our work. We believe happier, healthier people with a balanced life bring more passion, fresher ideas and ultimately do better work.
We are committed to reflecting the diverse world we live in, and we believe in supporting charitable organisations. We are a listed training provider for The Media Trust, providing training across all communications disciplines to registered charities. (We were commended for our work via The Media Trust by Channel 4 Newsreader, John Snow.)
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March 1, 2013
Homemade Crusty Bread Using a Dutch Oven
After my husband and I were married my mother-in-law gave me a bread machine. I have never made bread before and had always bought it from the store. The first couple of loaves that I made turned out okay, not great. Then I finally found my groove and made approximately two loaves a week. Eventually the bread machine broke and I decided that instead of buying a new one I would make my bread by hand. I fell in love with hand made loaves. The texture and shape were so different and there is something so therapeutic about kneading bread. Today I modified a new recipe for Homemade Crusty Bread to be baked in dutch oven for a perfect crust.
The recipe I modified has 4 ingredients. It takes 4 hours of total time, a half an hour of which is active and makes 12 servings. I made a number of modifications to the original recipes. First I did not use a mixer to make my dough. Instead I kneaded my dough by hand for a total of 8 minutes. I combined the flour, salt and yeast and then added the water and stirred using a plastic spatula. Then I kneaded the dough. I followed the rests the same as the recipe. However, instead of two loaves I made one large loaf. For the cooking of the bread, I pre-heated a dutch oven at 425 degrees for a 1/2 hour during the breads final rise. Then I put the bread in the dutch oven, put on the lid and let it bake for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes I took off the lid and let it cook for an additional 15 minutes.
The crust on this bread turned out perfect. My boys and husband loved it. It would be great for grilled cheese sandwiches or just with butter. Using the dutch oven was perfect for making a great crust, but if you don't have one the steam method used in the recipe would be an alternative. Overall a great recipe that I would definitely use again.
For the recipe go to Homemade Crusty Bread.
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I love, LOVE, LOVE homemade bread. I don't care what it's made in as long as it;s warm and I can put lots of butter on it :)ReplyDeleteReplies
I love homemade bread also, it's the best :)Delete
^ what she said!! :)ReplyDelete
The crust on this does look beeee-yooo-ti-fulReplies
Thanks for the sweet comments :) The crust turned out perfect thanks to the Dutch oven!Delete
- AnonymousMarch 2, 2013 at 12:49 PM
I used to bake fresh, homemade bread by hand, too, every day. I have never thought to use the dutch oven! Super clever! Now following/stalking you all the great ways we get to. Found you via the HOF Weekend Blog Hop. Have a BLESSED weekend!ReplyDelete
You can also use any oven proof casserole dish that is deep enough and has a lid. For my Irish soda bread I use two cake pans, one as a bottoms and one turned over as the lid. It works great!Delete
I am drooling!ReplyDelete
That bread looks soooooo good. I can just imagine dipping in cheesey fondue or butter melting on a slice. Mmmmm...ReplyDeleteReplies
I love cheese fondue, but I haven't made any in a long time, yum!Delete
Homemade warm bread is like crack! That looks amazing.ReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks :) I agree that it's very addicting!Delete
Wow, that looks like some really good bread!ReplyDelete
I totally agree - kneading bread is therapeutic! My husband always says we should get a bread machine, but I don't want one! He doesn't understand haha. Your bread look so delicious!ReplyDeleteReplies
There is no comparison of by hand and the bread machine. By hand is definitely therapeutic :)Delete
This looks great - and do-able. The wildly famous no-knead recipe does not satisfy my need for instant gratification - I think this recipe would.ReplyDelete
Getting out the dutch oven now! (Found you on Clever Chicks Hop)Replies
I have had horrible luck with no knead bread. They tend to take forever to rise and I don't have the patience to wait 12-16 hours :) If you try the recipe tell me how it to goes!Delete
That looks so good.............Thank you for sharing with the Clever Chicks Blog Hop this week; I hope you'll join us again!ReplyDelete
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The Left parties on Wednesday night said that the government's move to get the draft nuclear safeguards agreement circulated to the International Atomic Energy Agency's Board of Governors was 'expected', especially after Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's [Images] remarks that the nuclear watchdog will be approached very soon.
The Bharatiya Janata Party expressed surprise about how the draft was circulated when External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee had said that the government would approach the IAEA only after winning a trust vote.
Meanwhile, the Congress declined to comment on reports that India has gone to the IAEA on the Indo-US nuclear deal.
"I have no immediate comments to offer. I am assessing the things," All India Congress Committee media department chairperson M Veerappa Moily told PTI.
Congress spokesperson Manish Tiwary said that there was no contradiction between what the External Affairs Minister had said and the circulation of the draft at the IAEA.
The IAEA has circulated the draft to the Board so that it could be ready in case India has to approach the nuclear watchdog formally, Tiwary said.
Apparently reconciled that the government will push ahead with the deal, Communist Party of India leader D Raja said that the government could be more transparent and more truthful to the country.
"There is no transparency at all with what the government is doing," he said.
Both Raja and BJP spokesman Rajiv Pratap Rudy saw a contradiction in today's development and Mukherjee's statement.
Rudy termed the turn of events as a 'midnight shock and a fraud on the nation'. The act at the IAEA was most uncalled for and did not have sanctity and it is unacceptable to the BJP, he said.
President should intervene and sack the Manmohan Singh government for constitutional impropriety of moving ahead with the international deal under minority status, he told PTI.
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The Oakmark International Small Cap Fund returned 20% for the quarter ended March 31, 2012, comparing favorably to the MSCI World ex U.S. Small Cap Index, which returned 14%. For the Fund's fiscal six months, the return was 24%. This compares to 14% for the MSCI World ex U.S. Small Cap Index. For the past 10 years, the Fund has earned an annualized rate of return of 11%, compared to the MSCI World ex U.S. Small Cap Index, which has returned 10% for the same period.
While international small-cap stocks had strong advances in the quarter, the number of attractive investment candidates did not decline. This quarter we added six new securities from across the globe to the Fund: Altran Technologies (France), Autoliv (a Swedish-American company), Takata (Japan), Treasury Wine Estates (Australia), Brunel International (Netherlands) and SThree (U.K.).
Of the new securities we purchased this quarter, Autoliv and Takata both manufacture car safety equipment. We believe that safety equipment providers make up one of the most attractive subsegments in the auto-supply arena because their growth comes from increased vehicle production, mandatory regulation, customer preference and content penetration in the emerging world. We were glad to have the opportunity to add two to the Fund this quarter.
Autoliv is the world's top manufacturer of car safety equipment and is benefiting from positive trends in the global auto industry. Autoliv has strong ties to both European and North American original equipment manufacturers, as well as to Japan's three largest automakers, and it is increasing its presence in emerging markets. Passive auto safety is an industry dominated by three major participants that together capture 76% of the total global market. Autoliv has 36% market share, followed by TRW Automotive (U.S.) and Takata, each with 20% share. Originally a textile maker, Takata is now one of the most diversified Japanese auto suppliers in terms of customer mix and geography. While the company sells to nearly all of the leading auto companies, over 50% of its sales are to non-Japanese original equipment manufacturers and 80% of its sales come from outside Japan. Emerging markets account for approximately 25% of sales. However, recent economic conditions, in addition to natural disasters that especially hurt the auto industry, lowered Takata's stock price. We expect that the rebound in vehicle manufacturing will boost Takata's production and revenue growth, and we took advantage of the company's stock price dip to purchase shares of this high-quality company.
Altran is the largest engineering outsourcing firm in Europe. Its main client industries are aerospace, defense and telecommunications. A new management team recently took over at the company, which we believe will help Altran generate margins and returns more in line with its peers. Treasury Wine Estates was spun off from Fosters Group in 2011. The company operates vineyards and markets, and it distributes wine globally. Brunel International and SThree are both in the recruitment industry. Brunel supplies professional temporary staff for mostly engineering and IT sectors, and its primary markets are the Netherlands and Germany. Although SThree began as a dedicated IT recruiter, it now also specializes in the pharma, biotech, banking and finance sectors. SThree is active in both the permanent placement and temporary markets. We sold our positions in Exact Holding, Ansell and Wavin during the quarter.
The top-performing stock in the Fund this quarter was Australian food manufacturer Goodman Fielder. When Goodman's stock price declined in late 2011, it was the Fund's largest detractor for the year. However, it gained value through most of January, and in February, the stock price jumped due to the news that Wilmar International, the world's largest palm oil trader, bought a 10% stake in the company. We are watching the situation closely, as Wilmar is also evaluating whether to purchase more shares in Goodman Fielder, possibly acquiring all of Australia's biggest baking company.
Geographically, we ended the quarter with our European holdings decreasing slightly to 54%, and Pacific Rim holdings comprised 43% of the portfolio.
Because we believe the U.S. dollar remains weak relative to a number of other currencies, we continue to hedge some of the Fund's currency exposure. At the recent quarter-end, approximately 65% of the Fund's Australian dollar, 55% of the Norwegian krone, 40% of the Swiss franc, 35% of the Japanese yen and 20% of Swedish krona exposures were hedged.
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Boutique Surfing Resort in Mauritius Re-Opens after Extensive Renovation
Veranda Resorts in Mauritius is delighted to announce the reopening of Veranda Tamarin in November 2018, following an extensive 6-month renovation. Adding to the existing four Veranda Resorts on the tropical island, the 'Hotel Tamarin' will relaunch under the new name 'Veranda Tamarin'. Thanks to its location on one of the island's most renowned surfing locations, Tamarin Bay, the boutique surfing resort will appeal to surfers and water sport enthusiasts who will be encouraged to mix with local surfers and the community in the hotel's bars and restaurants and through the regular music entertainment.
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Situated on the west coast, Tamarin Bay was made famous in the 1970s following the streaming of cult surfing documentary, The Forgotten Island of Santosha, the left-hand reef break here is legendary, enticing experienced and beginner surfers from across the globe to try out the world-class surfing spots, the 'Dal' (south) and the 'Black Stone' (north) of the bay.
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The concept behind the new design is set to preserve and reflect the authenticity of the destination, and the unique community spirit of the Tamarin Bay village. The resort will feature community spaces whereby guests can integrate with locals and really learn the art of Mauritian living. Complete with modern interiors, the resort will offer a fresh and contemporary retreat ideal for young guests that seek an all-encompassing and culturally immersive holiday.
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The new Veranda Tamarin will feature an additional 50 rooms as well as a fully-refurbished existing rooms. In total, the resort will have 116 rooms accommodating between 2 and 3 people with views facing out towards the gardens, mountains, swimming pool and the beautiful Tamarin Bay. There are four types of rooms for guests to choose from; a Comfort Room, Comfort Family Room, Superior Room and Privilege room.
All rooms at the resort will include a furnished terrace, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a satellite television, a minibar and tea and coffee station, a safe, and a telephone. Each room will also offer a beach kit that includes a beach basket, a cooler, a mat and a beach towel.
The boutique resort's dining options will adhere to the notion of authenticity, offering guests the opportunity to get a real taste of the island during a stay:
- YE! MAN will be the main restaurant of the resort complete with live cooking stations that will serve up traditional Mauritian dishes and a variety of other delectable flavours from around the world.
- Tribu, the pool bar & restaurant will be a self-service pool bar (drinks only) during the day, and offer an à la carte menu in the evening, giving guests the opportunity to sample spices and exotic flavours from Mauritius and the surrounding islands
- The Crazy Fish Bar will aim to bring Tamarin Bay's beach culture to the resort, with a selection of lighter dishes offered during the day, and tapas plates in the evening with live jazz for an atmospheric soundtrack.
- View is set to be most scenic bar in the region, with panoramic views across the bay. Serving a selection of cocktails, fresh Mauritian juices and rums, this will be a sundowner hotspot.
- The Kas Dal kiosk by the hotel's entrance will serve street food bites and provide picnic packs for those heading out on a day trip to explore the island.
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The resort's location will lend itself to a plethora of water sport and beachside activities for guests, from taking to the board with the local surfing school, to dolphin spotting, kitesurfing, boat and catamaran excursions, PADI scuba diving experiences and more.
In addition to the 2 onsite pools, an aquagym and a fitness centre, the resort will also feature a new Seven Colours spa to introduce a wellbeing offering. Holistic treatments will be available in the four available treatment rooms, as well as experiences such as yoga, and guests can also enjoy beauty treatments in the manicure and pedicure space. The spa will also be home to a sauna and relaxation area.
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For couples looking for tropical wedding that reflects their passion for all things beach and surf, the Veranda Tamarin offers two dedicated wedding packages, the 'Simply Classic' and 'Ultimate Bliss', both with a dedicated wedding planner to ensure that all is covered. For other events the resort will also feature a conference room with a capacity of up to 25 persons.
Guests can enjoy "The Boma", a place for sharing around the fire that also becomes an outdoor cinema once a week, a 'help yourself" bar with a concept based on trust, a "Table des Mascareignes" (á la carte themed restaurant) to sample delicacies from across the region, and a laundry that also services as a place to read, play board games, and listen to music on a vintage jukebox, all to reinforce a sense of community.
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For full cultural immersion, attraction highlights at close proximity to the resort include Les Salines of Tamarin (salt pans that are over a century old), the Casela Nature & Leisure Park, the Chamarel Coloured Earth, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Le Morne, and more.
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Mar 14, 2019
What could be some really good 50th birthday gag gifts? Need ideas for the same? Read the following information and you'll have some of the best ideas to go by.
Of course a 50th birthday is really, really special and there will be all those heartwarming gifts and wishes making their way. But, but, but, would not it be really fun if you deviated a little from the norm and came up with some gag gifts instead?
Provided, that the birthday girl or boy has a sense of humor. We don't really bring in anything that is mean or hurtful. Just something that is not the same old in the department of gifts, and urges people to have a few laughs (the birthday boy or girl as well). So what do you say? Convinced of the idea to bring in the fun with some of the best gag gifts?
The best part about these gag gifts is that they evoke laughter. And who doesn't love laughter to be a part of their lives? Being happy on your birthday and lightening the mood, now that's got to mean something.
Bug Ice Cube
You get to display this gag gift without even having to wait for the birthday person to open it. All you do is get a plastic ice cube(s) which has a bug encased in it and then drop the cube in their glass drink.
Offer it to them and wait for them to get to the bottom of the glass. Disgust and shrieks will ensue. That's when you announce that it's their birthday gift. A whole lot of fun, it can really be.
Time Capsule
So we know the concept of time capsules, correct? Where important and prominent things of a particular era are put in a single box to mark their existence? Make a time capsule for the birthday person.
What's the gag in this? Exaggerate their age and put in things like a plastic wheel, two stones with a note 'The stones used to make fire', dinosaur replicas and the like. Nothing like this one to get the laughing through.
Cookies in a Pan
Get any cheap cookies and arrange them on a broom pan, then wrap the whole gift and put in a decorative ribbon for dramatic effect.
When the birthday person opens the gift, you turn around and say you were baking them cookies when the vessel toppled over, but you scooped it right out and got it for them nonetheless. First shock and then peals of laughter, that is what this gag gift promises to lend.
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Coming up with a good gag gift is very simple if you just keep a simple factor in mind―play on their fears! They're scared of frogs, snakes, lizards? Gift wrap an elaborate gift that has those absolutely real looking plastic creatures.
Or if they are scared of horror films, have someone dress up in a scary mask and ring the bell, ask the birthday person to open the door for the scare of their lives. Then sheepishly present the mask to them as their well-deserved birthday gift.
These are some of the most innovative and creative birthday gag gifts that you can look into. The task of coming up with a gag gift for that someone will not at all be difficult, now will it?
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Hormonal contraception is an effective form of birth control that alters hormone release in the body and thereby, prevents fertilisation keeping pregnancy at bay.
Birth control is one of the most important issues that must be addressed, looking at the population explosion. There are a number of options available in the market that can be used to avoid unplanned pregnancies. Both men and women can use opt to prevent pregnancies. The mechanism of preventing pregnancies in women involves ingestion of synthetic hormones.
These hormonal contraceptives can be used / taken in a variety of ways. One must understand that hormonal contraceptives work by altering the hormone release in the body which prevents fertilization and hence pregnancy.
How hormonal contraceptives work:
The hormonal pills for women are of two types: combined hormones and single hormone. The combined type of contraceptives is an amalgamation of estrogen and progestin (synthetic form of progesterone) hormones while the single type of contraceptives are made up of only progesterone.
[Read: How Hormones affect Women?]
Progesterone and estrogen both are the female sex hormones that are responsible for the monthly menses and play a vital role at the onset of and during pregnancy.
All the hormonal contraceptives work by suppressing ovulation or decreasing the frequency of ovulation which reduces the chances of fertilisation.
I. The combined contraceptives: In the combined type hormonal contraceptives: Estrogen hormone sends negative feedback to pituitary gland which initiates a complex cycle ultimately resulting in delay or suppression of ovulation. This delay in ovulation prevents pregnancy. This is the primary mechanism. In the secondary mechanism, progesterone works by reducing the amount and increasing the viscosity of cervical mucus. This does not allow the sperms to reach the fallopian tubes (region where fertilisation takes place).
These are available in various forms - patch, pills, NuvaRing and injectables,. which are either to be consumed or used physically. However, all are recommended to be changed every week (except pill). And it is advised to take a week long break after every 21 days.
[Read: How does Hormonal Contraception Work?]
II. Single / Progesterone only contraceptives: Single type hormonal contraceptives also work in similar fashion. Progesterone sends signals to the pituitary gland to initialise the complex process of monthly menses. The only difference being they inhibit ovulation. Higher doses inhibit ovulation while the lesser doses increase the viscosity of the cervical mucus making it very difficult for the sperms to reach egg to fertilise.
It is also observed that in cases if fertilisation does occur, then these contraceptives prevent pregnancy by thinning the line of the endometrium which makes it difficult for the blastocyst (initial product of fertilisation) to implant itself on the walls of endometrium.
These too are available in various forms – pills, hormonal intra uterine contraceptives, and patches.Unlike combined type, these can be used for longer durations without changing or taking intermediate breaks.
Thus, the various hormonal contraceptives for women work at suppressing / inhibiting ovulation. These can be taken in various forms and their effects are reversible, that is, on discontinuation of their use, women can opt for becoming pregnant!
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Looking at the Howard County Association of Realtors statistics for June 2014, the big trend continues to be…HIGH INVENTORY:
- The number of houses in the $300-$399K price range is 77.6% higher than last year
- Overall, the number of houses currently on the market is 56.6% higher than last year
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- Buyers have more choices: you can find pretty much whatever you want on the market right now; if you're having trouble deciding on a home, either your expectations or price range are out of whack
- Sellers have to be at a better price and their home in better condition in order to sell fast: otherwise, the home is liable to stay on the market longer before a buyer finally bites
- Home prices are likely to even out, or even drop a bit: basic economics tells us that if supply goes up (more houses on the market), and demand stays the same (same number of buyers looking), sellers of homes in similar condition will have to price competitively to get a contract
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There are schools offering administrative assistant courses in Nevada!
Schools Offering Administrative Assisting Programs in Nevada
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Around 0.0% of Nevada's graduates graduate from administrative assisting certificate programs every year. That means an estimated 5 administrative assistants graduate from Nevada's 3 administrative assistant schools each year.
Top Schools
The top-ranked school in Nevada with a administrative assistant program is Great Basin College, which is located in Elko. In 2010, it was ranked 82nd nationwide. In 2010, Great Basin College graduated 3 students from its administrative assistant program. The tuition rate at Great Basin College was $2,243 per year.
The second-ranked school in Nevada with a administrative assistant program is Truckee Meadows Community College, which is located in Reno. In 2010, it was ranked 88th nationwide. The tuition rate at Truckee Meadows Community College was $2,243 per year.
College of Southern Nevada, which was ranked 88th nationwide in 2010, is the third-ranked school in Nevada that has a administrative assistant program. It is located in Las Vegas. In 2010, 2 students graduated from College of Southern Nevada administrative assistant program. Tuition at College of Southern Nevada was $2,243 per year.
If you are hoping to attend one of Nevada's administrative assistant schools, you can expect to pay an average tuition of $2,243 per year, though tuition can range from $2,243 per year to $2,243 per year. The Nevada administrative assistant schools with the highest tuition rates in 2010 were:
- College of Southern Nevada - located in Las Vegas, students are charged $2,243 per year
- Great Basin College - located in Elko, students are charged $2,243 per year
- Truckee Meadows Community College - located in Reno, students are charged $2,243 per year
The following Nevada administrative assistant schools had the lowest tuition rates:
- College of Southern Nevada - located in Las Vegas, students are charged $2,243 per year
- Great Basin College - located in Elko, students are charged $2,243 per year
- Truckee Meadows Community College - located in Reno, students are charged $2,243 per year
An administrative assistant certificate from a Nevada school... what next?
Most people who graduate from administrative assistant school in Nevada go on to work as an administrative assistant. 3,950 administrative assistants were working in Nevada in 2010. The following counties have the largest number of Nevada administrative assistants:
- Clark County - 2,920 administrative assistants
- Pinal County - 720 administrative assistants
- Carson City County - 100 administrative assistants
Projected Growth
The government projects that the number of administrative assistants in Nevada will grow by 1%. By 2018, there will be an estimated 5,380 administrative assistants working in Nevada.
An administrative assistant in Nevada earns $50,310 per year on average. But, salaries for administrative assistants can vary. In 2010, administrative assistants made as little as less than $29,110 per year or as much as more than $71,410 per year in Nevada. The counties in Nevada with the highest average salary for an administrative assistant are:
- Clark County - $50,980 per year
- Carson City County - $50,190 per year
- Pinal County - $49,090 per year
The following counties in Nevada have the lowest average salaries for administrative assistants:
- Churchill County - $42,640 per year
- Elko County - $47,410 per year
- Pinal County - $49,090 per year
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The charts and graphs below have additional Nevada statistics regarding a career in administrative assisting. Take a look and compare salaries with various related fields such as administrative assisting or business administration.
Here are the different levels of study available for you to explore.
- Associate's Degree in Administrative Assisting in Nevada
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The ESA Humanitarian Relief Fund (HRF) aims to help people in distress by raising charitable donations for relief projects in many countries. Your participation is much needed!
The ESA Humanitarian Relief Fund (HRF) aims to help people in distress by raising charitable donations for relief projects in many countries. Your participation is much needed!
What HRF does
The ESA Humanitarian Relief Fund was previously known as the Natural Disaster Fund. In 2009 the name and objectives of the fund were amended to allow to support a broader scope of relief projects encouraging auto sufficiency, like building schools, supporting educational programmes, hospitals or housing projects, while maintaining the initial objective of providing immediate and direct funds to victims of natural disasters. The ESA Humanitarian Relief Fund is not part of the corporate organisation but is an initiative taken by ESA employees. The fund was founded in 1979 and is affiliated with the Social, Sport and Cultural Committee (SSCC) in ESTEC.
One of the great benefits of participating to this ESA-wide initiative is that your contribution will not be anonymously left on the big pile of the larger charitable organisations. The ESA HRF has a committee of about ten ESA employees who have built long lasting relationships with small-scale local projects that provide good visibility and feedback. The donations for natural disasters are granted to well-established relief organisations.
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We ensure that support to projects is sustainable and that autonomy of the affected groups is strongly encouraged. For instance, funds providing for medical equipment were committed last year to a small field hospital in Uganda, only once a maintenance contract and the associated budget was planned for.
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Donations to larger organisations are made if a specific project can be associated with available funds. In this way, it is possible for the organisation to report back to the committee and explain how the money was used. Such reports are published in our newsletters to explain how contributors' donations were spent. Some of the well-known organisations that have received donations can be found in our Humanitarian Organisations list. (click on HRF contacts at top of page)


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I am proud to announce that the second player character origin story has been published on the site.
War of the Soulhers – Herman's Story follows the adventures of Herman the Hermit prior to joining Grob, Omar, Archer, Tessy and Stormer.
This story is written by Herman's alter ego: Fyrewind (Jean Labrie).


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Happy New Year! After having several people tell me this past year that I should start a blog, I've decided to give it a go. I figure it can be a good place to show off my craftiness -- whether it's cookies or other confections I've baked or crafts I've created using my beloved Cricut.
To get started, here are a few of the cookies I baked for Christmas this year. I didn't go as crazy as I did last year, where I swear I baked more than 500 cookies, but I did try and top myself artistically.
These Santa faces were perhaps my favorite. I used luster dust for the first time to give Santa his rosy cheeks.
The snow globes are a repeat of a cookie I did last year, but I liked them so much I had to do them again. They were originally featured in Martha Stewart Living in 2009. The snowmen I made for my students at school. Lucky kids! They were an easy cookie to decorate, using a simple ornament cookie cutter. I used black candy pearls for the eyes and mouth and more luster dust for the rosy cheeks.
I am most proud of my taxi cookies. There is no pre-made cookie cutter for the front of a taxi, so I used a car front cutter that I purchased from ecrandal and added the taxi top by cutting a small piece of dough and adding it to the top of the taxi before baking. The pieces baked together seamlessly, so you'd never know by looking at them. I used silver luster dust again for the bumper. The wreath and santa face were royal icing decors from Fancy Flours.
Of course, not everything I baked were sugar cookies. I also had to make some decadent chocolate chip cookies to keep my husband happy. These cookies are the Jaques Torres Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe printed in The New York Times a few years ago. They are quite possibly the best chocolate chip cookie out there -- and they'd better be after having to chill the dough for 36 hours! I didn't use Jaques Torres chocolate though. I find the Guittard chocolate disks sold at Whole Foods to work better.
On the craft front, I managed to make some matching Christmas cards and gift tags. Both were made with my trusty Cricut.
Since 2011 led my husband and I to our perfect NYC apartment (after five years!), I wanted to celebrate our happy city life with our Christmas card. Of course, I had to have a matching gift tag, too! I used Cricut cartridges Going Places and Doodlecharms for the images. I wrapped the base of the tag with Divine Twine in Cherry (love this stuff).
I look forward to sharing more cookies and crafts with you this year!