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We carried out our simple day 5 plan.
- Breakfast at IHOP
- Reading & Drawing by the pool with mango daquiries
- Nap
- Shopping on Duval Street
- Happy Hour at Kelly's with key lime margaritas and platters of wings
- Take in the sunset and market square (lots of local street acts)
- Dinner (which we didn't need and hardly ate after all the drinks and wings)
- Sitting by the pool and room balcony (we are not that big on night life)
- sleep it all off and get ready for tomorrow
A telephone pole on Duval St. covered with staples of the many communications that have been posted.
These type of signs always get me in an uproar. Time and history measured only in terms of when the Europeans reach the U.S. No sense considering that the native indians had been drinking water from this area for centuries before the Pirates made the claim (and probably killed off most the locals). I'm sure Beau is quite thankful we saw this before I started on my 5 margaritas.
Street prop ...
Another street prop posing with my dear DH
Sunset from the very end of the United States
Daily Mascot. Wherever we go seems like there is always a mascot standing by to be photographed. I always like to think of this as their jobs. You know, Bird A has the 1-2pm shift, next bird, 2-4pm, etc. etc. etc., under the job title of 'tourist entertainment'.

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Influential investor blog The Motley Fool has backed the so-called 'third portal' OnTheMarket to smash Purplebricks' share price, suggesting the relative newcomer 'could do very well'.
Writing for TMF, experienced private investor Alan Oscroft outlines his theory and why he thinks OnTheMarket could be set to shine, while Purplebricks needs to address some fundamental issues.
Purplebricks …. Purple Patch ?
Oscroft says that Purplebricks' share price seemed to be following something of a predictable pattern, where people were seeing the shares rising rapidly and, not wanting to miss out, piling in without really understanding the company's valuation. That, in turn, was pushing the share price up further. But that common sense eventually sets in, the fad passes, and the share price reduces towards a rational long-term valuation.
He suggests that, to some extent, Purplebricks has fallen victim to its own marketing hype, which could have led to it becoming overvalued. He also believes that the no commission angle is something of a red herring, and that people selling their home are more likely to weigh up the costs of all the alternatives side-by-side, rather than whether the cost is charged by fee or commission or whatever.
Oscroft also suggests that Purplebricks' focus on international expansion has come at the expense of concentrating on proving its business model and profitability to investors in the UK first.
The Motley Fool blogger does agree that Purplebricks are still at the "sharp end" of the online estate agent business, even if small compared to the traditional market – while pointing out that the early innovators are rarely the ones that make the biggest profits.
Oscroft points out that OnTheMarket, launched in early 2015 and admitted to the AIM three years later, has had a "fiery start" to life as a listed company, with its shares gyrating between 102p and 185p since flotation and, at time of writing, a share price of 141p, for an overall loss of 5%.
However, he believes that OnTheMarket's recent tie up with Belvoir Lettings could be a development to watch.
The collaboration between OnTheMarket and Belvoir will see Belvoir list all its residential sales and lettings on OnTheMarket.com. In addition, Belvoir and OnTheMarket will benefit from shared marketing. Oscroft says he believes this could be more cost effective than an extensive TV advertising campaign like that being pursued by Purplebricks.
Oscroft concludes that he wouldn't personally buy OnTheMarket shares now, but that it is very much one to watch.
"At the interim stage there was £24.3m in cash on the books, but forecasts suggest a pre-tax loss of £26.4m for this year and next, combined.
"I think OnTheMarket could do very well, but while there's a likelihood of more funding being needed, I have no way of working out a fair valuation for the shares. I'm watching.
"Would I buy OnTheMarket shares myself? Right now, no. But that's simply because there are no profits on the horizon yet."


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2019 Peugeot 208 GTI Review Toronto
Peugeot is arranging an unadulterated electric 208 GTi to sit nearby the standard petroleum hot bring forth in the range when the new age of the supermini touches base one year from now, Auto Express has learned.
The brand is equipping to present an allnew form of the auto at next spring's Geneva Motor Show. This will change to another CMP (Common Modular Platform) engineering that offers muchenhanced effectiveness, less expensive form costs and, urgently, the degree for unadulterated electric variations.
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An unadulterated EV adaptation of the following 208 has dependably been on the cards since PSA reported that its stage would come in two renditions: CMP (otherwise called EMP1) and eCMP. Presently Peugeot manager JeanPierre Imparato has proposed that the electric 208 could likewise be offered as a GTi, saw in our select pictures.
Talking only to Auto Express, Imparato stated: "I'll uncover this in full in March, however I don't need the future to exhaust. My message will be that each time I dispatch another auto, it will be jolted, yet you will purchase your Peugeot and you will pick your powertrain.
"When you purchase a Peugeot you will discover plan, the most recent variant of I Cockpit, the upmarket trim levels like GTLine, GT and maybe GTi, in light of the fact that I would prefer not to produce any distinction amongst EV and ignition engined models, however the client will pick the powertrain."
Imparato additionally said that Peugeot Sport is currently growing superior vehicles with charged powertrains. As Auto Express uncovered a year ago, a 300bhp half and half form of the 3008 is en route; the French firm has likewise created ideas, for example, the 308 R Hybrid to show the innovation.
"I have the highshowcase blend [GT and GTLine], including the superior variants," Imparato said. "So right now we are taking a shot at that. I won't shroud that it isn't so natural since we are confronting the 2020 limit [the EU's CO2 emanations focuses for makers].
"In any case, my companions from motorsport are taking a shot at a few tasks to fulfill our clients with something that is superior and in the meantime consistent with the principles. As I stated, I don't need the future to exhaust."
Inquired as to whether that was an immediate reference to elite zapped vehicles, Imparato stated: "Yes. In the coming 10 years the power will be anything but difficult to accomplish with electric. It won't be an exceptional marker any more; premium brands should discover something unique in the event that they need to appear as something else, on the grounds that zap opens up, for us top standard folks, the chance to enter some new portions. I will have the capacity to put available autos with 400kW (536bhp) of intensity. That progressions everything."
He thinks offering the 208 with a scope of powertrains is more vital than having independent EVs, as adversary Renault has finished with its ZOE, which is sold close by the customary Clio.
"The musicality of the progress [towards electrification] won't be the same over the locales," Imparato said. "The folks in Paris will be electric, the folks who complete 100,000 miles for every year will be diesel and the normal person will be in oil. Be that as it may, they'll be in the same 208.
"I need a similar driving background for anybody driving my autos. So I won't construct a particular electric vehicle; it won't resemble a Renault ZOE."
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To run with the additional execution, Peugeot has likewise given the celebratory hot bring forth a striking twotone uniform like those highlighted on the marque's ongoing idea autos the front is done up in a matte dark complete, while the back wears a reflexive red. The twotone treatment is supplemented by matte dark trim, red front brake calipers and an inside redesigned with redsewed dark Alcantara trim. The dropped suspension is mounted to 18inch combinations pressing redesigned Brembo brakes also, signifying a hot bring forth that we just wish we could get our hands on Stateside.


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How many times were you annoyed by a too loud laptop fan making noise? Have you ever heard your laptop all the sudden go unbearably loud? Well, this can occur to anyone, no matter how old your machine is.
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If you live in a busy area with plenty of traffic passing by, or next to a pedestrian street that is always filled with people, you're probably not too thrilled that you have to put up with all of that noise.
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Hand dryers are quite a common appliance in offices, commercial buildings and other places of work.
Of course, they do a great job of helping people keep up with their personal hygiene without the expense of using paper towels. Paper towels have been used for many years but if you think of the cost as well as the issue of disposing of them, hand dryers are a much better option.
Although automatic hand dryers come with tons of advantages, one of the major setbacks when it comes to these appliances is the noise they produce when in operation. On average, these appliances produce 80 decibels which is similar to that of a food blender.
As is the case with any appliance, there are a couple of newer models of hand dryers that aim in producing little or no noise. These are usually just as efficient and make the environment much more conducive for work.
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With rising popularity, 3D printers have opened a whole new world of possibilities for creative people. It helps them materialize all the unique and fantastic ideas. As expected, the machine with such amazing powers has to be a complex one. And consequently, is a noisy one.
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Whether you wish to get a good night's sleep or focus on that important project at hand, you certainly need one thing the most – Silence! However, this is hardly the case especially when you are sharing the space with someone, be it roommates or co-workers.
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Being a fan of all silent things, I have put together the top 3 acoustic partitions that you can use to effortlessly block noise and maintain a calm environment.Continue reading
Even in the digital age of today, paper shredders still have their place. They are perfect for getting rid of important documents that might lead to an identity theft or breach of any sort. Moreover, they can also be used to shred credit cards. A good quality paper shredder can help you eliminate the unnecessary paper documents at work or at home.
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Let me tell you, it feels kind of bad, being old enough to remember a time where white noise was something you associated with a broken TV. Or, at the very least, with signal problems.
That static-y and annoying sound, accompanied by what my mother used to call the "Very poorly made snow show" was never a welcome sight. Especially on those few rare occasions when it happened during my favorite shows or Monday night football.
Nowadays, white noise has been relegated to the meaning of background noise, whether it's good or bad. Because, let's be honest, depending on what kind of person you are, it can be very good or bad.
Some people, me not included, can work quite well with background noise. The sounds of people bustling about around you and generally being active is comforting and even helps you focus.
On the other hand, I can tell you from personal experience that it can be a major detriment, too. I've written about this exact thing and gone into more detail there.
Suffice to say, work flows better when I'm not drowning in noise. Why is that?Continue reading
Working in an office cubicle can sometimes be challenging. Have you ever noticed in any brokers' movie the way in which they communicate over the telephone underneath their own working desks?
That's because sometimes, the only way to possibly reduce some background noise is by isolating yourself beneath your desk.
I have found myself in similar situations dozens of time! I've tried this trick, and it worked, for some time.
However, I couldn't keep hiding below the table whenever I was making a call, or just in a need of silence.
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If you're someone who spends a lot of time around computers and all the computer equipment, you must know how irritating the noise the computer equipment makes can sometimes be. This can prove to be even more problematic if you have to work in such a room since it can be quite challenging to concentrate and be productive with all the noise.
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Working from home can be great. You get to be your own boss and determine how long you actually work.
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When I quit my job to work from home a few years ago, the biggest challenge I faced was all the noise in the house. The kids were a ruckus and that meant I couldn't get much done from my home office.
It was then that I decided to soundproof my home office. I took a couple of the steps I have highlighted in this article and of course, the outcome was amazing. I have added a few other steps you can take should the ones I took not work for you.Continue reading


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Chloe and I finally watched Harry Potter. We both have mixed feelings about the movie but my butt definitely felt numb after sitting for 2.5 hrs. Now she's getting ready to go to California by helping me pack!
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"A haunting novel from the author of The Weight of Blood about a young woman's return to her childhood home—and her encounter with the memories and family secrets it holds
Arrowood is the most ornate and grand of the historical houses that line the Mississippi River in southern Iowa. But the house has a mystery it has never revealed: It's where Arden Arrowood's younger twin sisters vanished on her watch twenty years ago—never to be seen again. After the twins' disappearance, Arden's parents divorced and the Arrowoods left the big house that had been in their family for generations. And Arden's own life has fallen apart: She can't finish her master's thesis, and a misguided love affair has ended badly. She has held on to the hope that her sisters are still alive, and it seems she can't move forward until she finds them. When her father dies and she inherits Arrowood, Arden returns to her childhood home determined to discover what really happened to her sisters that traumatic summer."
I really enjoyed this Gothic mystery set along the banks of the Mississippi in Iowa. Laura McHugh's beautiful writing transported me there straight away as I became hooked from the first page. I liked Arden and understood her desire to go back to the past to recapture her life before her twin sisters disappeared. There were lots of twists and turns that kept me guessing all the way through. I definitely recommend this if you like atmospheric mysteries, stories about memory and trying to make sense of the past.
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The PC tower defense game Containment Corps is being enhanced with blockchain technology. By integrating the Enjin blockchain technology, development studio Nimbus Interactive wants to create scarcity of items, community trading and tokenized rewards. The game will soon be available on Steam for free, the company announced in a blog.
Containment Corps is an online co-op tower defense game in which gamers need to defend their base against waves of enemies. The game launched in September 2017 as an Early Access title, and it's still in active development. With only three reviews on Steam, it's safe to assume that the game is not a huge commercial success yet. That switch to the -free-to-play business model and integration of Enjin blockchain technology is probably the studio's last hope for success.
Enjin is one of the most familiar blockchain companies that has a focus on the games industry. With its blockchain technology it's creating a multiverse in which multiple projects can share tokenized items for example. They use the ERC-1155 token protocol for this, because this protocol places many tokens into one contract instead of making a separate contract for each token. This means that transactions using the ERC-1155 protocol are less demanding on the network, and are therefore cheaper.
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So February has proven to be one of those months with much going on, and yet I've neglected to write here.
Mostly because I find myself wondering what to write about. I feel that my recent formatting has been quite boring; Did this, did that, look a picture, didn't do that, went there, hooray for us!
I'm interested in writing something, but I don't yet know what. And I don't want to bore you folks to tears with it.
So here I am, hashing over what, precisely, it is I should write about. And how to go about writing about it.
If you ask my (mostly single / without kids) friends, I tend not to talk much about the kids or home life unless they ask, simply because I don't feel the need to bore them with it. But somehow that's all I seem to be doing here.
I don't want to just blind-side the readers I do have by suddenly starting to post things that seem to be out of the blue, so let this post serve as a warning. Things may get a little weird around here sometimes.
But still… what to write about…
Current events are always a 'hot' thing, but who really needs another (probably wholly uneducated) opinion about it. Besides, when I feel strongly about something I'll probably write (as I have in the past), but in general, I choose to keep my mouth shut in the public forum just because the internet is a bad place to voice opinion for all the anonymous crap you get back.
I have thought about making a certain day every week a day for posts, but I have never been very good at forcing my writing (mostly because then it's just junk), so I probably won't do that. (Although I may start making myself write privately more, just to try to get into the swing of regularly sitting down and writing, and who knows, maybe that will make it into the blog sometimes.
I will probably try to keep writing more on the witch perspective, just because that is important to me, and I enjoy telling others how it works for me (because I seem to get a lot of questions about it from my "muggle" friends).
I may start writing some about my favorite hobbies, or books, or art, or food, or even my dreams (which are crazy sometimes)… There are many things outside of my "mundane" daily life I do love, and I think I'd like to share my passion with others. Maybe this will be a reason for me to kick-start some more "recreational" time in my life.
They might be short pieces "Hey look at this picture I took, isn't it rad?!" (Yes, I just used the word "rad" – can you guess when I grew up?)
They might be long, or multi-post pieces (I actually have one of these on the back burner right now).
Don't worry, I'll still occasionally write update on the family. They are, after all, a bedrock part of my life, and I would be remiss to try to leave them out of this entirely. (By the way, we're all doing just fine this month.) However, I don't think I want that to become the sole focus of this blog.
So I'm going to try to branch out a bit. Hopefully it will be a good thing. But you may have to bear with me through some amateur writing until I figure it all out. I appreciate your sticking around. And please, let me know in the comments or through email what you like and don't like! I don't want to drive you all away (as few of you as there may actually be)!
In the mean time…
Today we have some deer bedding down in the snowy woods behind our house; how cool! (I love wildlife in my back yard!)
P.S. Feel free to comment or email me with your opinions or ideas! I would love to hear what you'd like to see me write about if you've got something floating around in your head for me!


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T-Mobile and Sprint executives said that the coming together of tech and media, along with the looming arrival of 5G networks necessitate their combination. The companies also said a deal will create jobs, not kill them.
Why it matters: The companies face a tough battle to convince regulators to allow them to merge, reducing the number of national cell phone providers from four to three.


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Neill Blomkamp's upcoming Elysium is starting to look better. It stars Matt Damon in the middle of class warfare in a future dystopian society in which Jodie Foster plays the main villain. And that sounds delightful. This pic we have for you today (from the good folks at Empire) features Kruger, Jodie Foster's main henchman.
While he looks great, those face things look uncomfortable. Since he's wearing armor, just like Matt Damon was in the first released photo, maybe this is a future thing? I'll assume they're Kawasaki products because product placement. You can peep the rest of the photo in the gallery.
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Gray Malin X Scott Dunn Amalfi Coast Getaway
Equal parts adventure and relaxation, the Gray Malin x Scott Dunn Amalfi Coast Getaway will take you on a seven night journey through the picturesque towns of Praiano, Positano, Atrani, Nerano, Ravello, and Malin's all-time favorite destination, Capri. With Malin's wanderlust-worthy photography as a source of inspiration, every stop on the itinerary immerses you in the glamor, beauty and style of the Italian Riviera. For the perfect taste of La Dolce Vita, spend your days soaking up the sun on picture-perfect beaches, indulging in delicious Mediterranean food, sailing around idyllic islands and wandering through charming coastal villages, all while admiring the vantage points of many of Gray's famous photos.
At a Glance
Bring the beauty of the Amalfi Coast back home after your adventure with a framed and hand-signed Gray Malin photograph, a gift for you to enjoy for years to come. This frame piece arrives ready to hang, measures 21.5" x 15.5," and is made of premium hardwood molding in matte white with UV-blocking acrylic glass.
Go on a complimentary journey of Italian wines with a passionate local sommelier. You'll discover how the region's delightful reds, crisp and complex whites and fragrant rosés are made before enjoying an authentic Italian lunch.
Walk the iconic Path of the Gods with a private guide, learning the history of the area along your journey.
Follow in the footsteps of Gray, heading to all of his favorite places on the Amalfi Coast to capture his legendary photographs and recreate them with your own personal twist.
Head out on your own private boat with an experienced captain, sailing to hidden and locals only beach clubs.
Enjoy authentic Italian dinners and unbelievable cocktails (Aperol Spritz, anyone?) at some of Gray's favorite restaurants on the Amalfi.
Spot the world-famous Faraglioni rocks from land and by sea, then choose your favorite perspective.
From balanced reds to crisp whites, delve into the delicious and unique wines of the region with an expert sommelier.
$11,676 per person (in double occupancy rooms)
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The best time to visit the Amalfi Coast is in the spring or late summer. Hotels tend to close for the winter, starting in October and reopen in late March or April.
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The Itinerary
Day 1 - Praiano
Today your Amalfi Coast adventure begins. On arrival at Naples Airport, your private driver will meet and transfer you to Casa Angelina, a beautiful modern property in Praiano, the town nearest to Positano. Upon check-in to your suite, order an Aperol Spritz and sit on your private balcony to enjoy the view. Cap off the day with dinner at Ristorante Max, one of Gray's favorite restaurants. Enjoy authentic Italian dishes like squash blossoms stuffed with ricotta and shrimp tagliolini in the luxurious garden, taking in the scenery while enjoying your dinner.
Day 2 - Positano
This morning- head out with a private guide to walk the famous Path of the Gods through some of the Amalfi Coast's most stunning scenery. Step back in time as you trek through charming towns, hidden caves, coastal forests and along ancient mule routes. Look down on the view and imagine what photograph Gray would take if he were there with you. In the evening, head to drinks and dinner at Ristorante Le Terrazze. During your delicious Mediterranean inspired dinner, you'll overlook the beach and town of Positano and instantly recognize the iconic view from Gray's photograph Positano Vista and the cover of his book ITALY, which he captured from the restaurant's cocktail patio. After dinner, dance the night away at the epic Music on the Rocks nightclub.
Day 3 - Praiano & Positano
Spend your last day in the area enjoying Casa Angelina and the towns of Praiano and Positano at your leisure. Depending on your interests, our travel experts can arrange unique private experiences on this day including Italian cooking classes with an expert chef, a ceramic making workshop with a local artist or even a helicopter ride soaring over the Amalfi's steep cliffs and sparkling turquoise seas. In the evening, have cocktails and dinner at the beautiful Il San Pietro hotel. While relaxing on the deck, take in the view to Positano and see where Gray shot Il San Pietro Vista, Positano. From here, look down at the seaside deck below with vibrant creamsicle-colored pool chairs and umbrellas, contrasting beautifully with the azure waters. Spend the rest of the evening soaking up the atmosphere of this iconic town and preparing for the adventure to come.
Day 4 - Praiano & Capri
Depart Praiano today on an exclusive boat with your own personal skipper for the day. Sail along the coastline, ending at the beautiful island of Capri. This island is Gray's favorite destination to relax in all of Italy. While en route, capture the scenery and the many beach clubs that dot the shore. You'll surely recognize the iconic peppermint striped umbrellas from Gray's photograph, Amalfi Candy Cane Umbrellas, the vantage point where Gray captured the locals in his photo Amalfi Beach, as well as the tiny town of Atrani from some of Gray's photos like Atrani, Amalfi Coast. You'll stop at a quaint pebble beach hidden in a sheltered cove and the town of Nerano for lunch at Lo Scoglio, Gray's favorite restaurant in Italy, and also where Gray captured Nerano Orange Umbrellas. In the evening, head to dinner at Aurora, another of Gray's beloved restaurants on the island.
Day 5 - Capri
Begin your second day on Capri by visiting Anacapri and the gardens of Villa San Michele. While here, make sure to stop at the locals' favorite beach club, Lido del Faro. You'll likely see Italian children cannonballing off rocks into the sea below, just like Gray did when he was shooting the image Capri. Then head to the eastern side of the island following the narrow footpath until you reach La Fontelina Beach Club where Gray shot The Overlook, La Fontelina. Relax in the sun under the iconic blue umbrellas, represented in Gray's image: La Fontelina Loungers. La Fontelina is also home to an incredible, authentic Italian seafood restaurant. You'll be treated to fresh pasta, seafood and refreshing sangria, all paired with spectacular views.
Day 6 - Capri & Ravello
Upon your departure from Capri, you will enjoy another full day on a private boat, visiting the Green Grotto, the Blue Grotto and the White Grotto. This is the best way to immerse yourself in the mesmerizing marine world of storied sea caves and secret inlets. Your captain can lead you to the best hidden beaches and to see all the highlights of this incredible island. On the horizon you'll spot three steep cliffs that jut out of the water, the famous Faraglioni rocks. You may recognize this lovely vista from previous days. Heading towards (and under) the archway of the rocks you will see Gray's shot Afternoon Ride, Capri. Finally, check in to the beautiful Palazzo Avino in the hilltop town of Ravello. For dinner and drinks, go next door to the stunning Belmond Hotel Caruso. End with a walk around the hotel's beautiful infinity pool and catch the exact vantage where Gray shot Ravello Vista.
Day 7 - Ravello
This will be the final full day of your trip. To get the most out of it, embark on a delicious journey of Italian wines with a passionate local sommelier. Discover the delights of full-bodied reds, crisp and complex whites and fragrant rosés produced in the region. Next, tour the ornate grounds of Villa Cimbrone, a glamorous villa built in the 11th century, restored in the early 20th century, and now open to the public for tours. Its extensive gardens provide breathtaking panoramic views of the Amalfi Coast. Make sure to step onto the famed Infinity Terrace, where Gray shot his photo Pink Flowers, Ravello. Soak up the last of the Amalfi Coast and relish in the photographs you have taken, whether in Gray's style or creating your own.
Gray Malin Day 8
Sadly, this is the last day of your trip. We'll help get you to your outbound flight, be it home or onto your next adventure in Italy.
The Accommodation
Casa Angelina, Praiano
Casa Angelina is chic, calm and quiet - it truly feels like a retreat. The design features striking and simple white interiors which will draw your eyes to the beautiful blue sea views throughout the hotel. When you are not exploring the fascinating coastline, relax on the hotel's private beach, accessed by glass elevator, or take a swim in the outdoor pool, which has a breathtaking vantage point over the Mediterranean Sea. Then, unwind at the end of the day in a teepee with the hotel's signature Limoncello Mojito in hand and enjoy a spectacular viewing of the sunset between the cliffs.
Capri Tiberio Palace
The style of the Capri Tiberio Palace is incredible with a fresh, retro and eclectic vibe. Each room is individually designed with tasteful pops of color, quirky touches and balconies with dreamy views of the sea. A highlight of your stay will surely be sipping a signature cocktail at the electric Jacky Bar. Live music played on the white grand piano accompanied by a wall with panama hats gives the bar an amazing atmosphere. Capri Tiberio Palace is also ideally located for any shopping, eating, or wandering you may wish to do while on Capri. Set up the hill from the main town center you are also just far enough away to enjoy peace and quiet.
Palazzo Avino, Ravello
The Palazzo Avino was originally built as a private villa for an Italian noble family, the property is steeped in history and tradition. It's since been beautifully renovated and is an ultra-luxurious base from which to explore the Amalfi Coast. Your room for two nights excels in supreme comfort and true elegance. Enjoy the Bay of Salerno from a large private balcony to watch the beautiful sunsets in utmost privacy. Make sure to tour the gorgeous lobby and be on the lookout for a certain famous photographer's books - try to find his signature! With a Michelin-starred restaurant, private beach club and two terrace bars boasting menus of over 100 martinis, you're in for an utterly indulgent stay.
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The Church is often accused of "interfering in politics" when she speaks on issues that affect society. What should the relationship between religion and politics be? This article explores the distinct but complementary relationship between Church and State.
Right from the outset, we must be clear that there is a distinction between the Church and the State. This is rooted in the Gospel, in Jesus' guiding principle, "Render to Caesar what belongs to Caesar, and to God what belongs to God." (Mt 22:21) The temporal and spiritual spheres are interrelated, yet distinct. The State must respect the freedom and practice of religion, whilst religion must respect the jurisdiction of the State.
The Church is no way opposed to the State: Her role is to help the State to govern with justice and compassion in truth and love. Pope Benedict wrote, "Justice is both the aim and the intrinsic criterion of all politics. Politics is more than a mere mechanism for defining the rules of public life: its origin and its goal are found in justice, which by its very nature has to do with ethics." (Pope Benedict XVI, Deus Caritas Est, 28) A good government rules justly and fairly. But what is justice? This is where interpretations can differ. How does a society determine whether a law is moral or ethical? The fact that everyone believes in truth and justice suggests that truth can be discerned and that morality exists. But how, and on what basis, do we determine if something is ethical? Should morality, (ie., truth) be decided by popular opinion, or by principles based on natural law and reason?
"…when speaking of human rights, we may not realise that many of its principles originate from a Christian understanding of the human person."
The truth is that all views are determined by certain worldviews, be they atheist, humanist or religious. No one judges things independently of his own background. For example, when speaking of human rights, we may not realise that many of its principles originate from a Christian understanding of the human person. Why do we speak only of human rights, not animal rights? Why is it morally acceptable to kill animals but not people? Why is suicide a crime when a person is taking his or her own life, not another's? Is it not because the law presupposes that human beings – and not animals – are unique and sacred, having been created in the image and likeness of God?
Similarly, why is polygamy illegal in most countries today, despite many societies having permitted it in the past? Is it not for stability in relationships, which protects the family unit and its children? But is it not also based on the Christian understanding of marriage as a life-long union between two adults of the opposite sex?
No moral viewpoint is completely neutral, objective, "scientific" or "secular". Everyone's views are conditioned by his personal, cultural and philosophical beliefs. Our world view, which includes religious views, determines how we look at life, humanity and our social values.
Laws cannot be just unless they are based on truth, morality and ethics. But today, most governments no longer claim to speak for their society's morality. In fact, they are most uncomfortable making decisions that have a moral element. They claim that the laws they pass are simply intended to reflect the norms and values of their society, without reference to religious grounds. However, we should be aware that the state, intentionally or not, inevitably influences the development of moral norms through the law that it chooses to enact or enforce.
Indeed, "[t]his is where Catholic social doctrine has its place: it has no intention of giving the Church power over the State. Even less is it an attempt to impose on those who do not share the faith ways of thinking and modes of conduct proper to faith. Its aim is simply to help purify reason and to contribute, here and now, to the acknowledgment and attainment of what is just." (Ibid.) The Church has a right and duty to contribute to society in the area of morality. She proposes – never imposes – her views based on natural law and reason, to form consciences in political life.
This is why she speaks up about the living and working conditions of our foreign workers in Singapore. She contributes her views to the government on bio-ethical issues such as embryonic stem cell research, and on moral issues such as death penalty, abortion, euthanasia, surrogacy, same-sex unions and the adoption of children by same sex couples, as well as sex education in schools.
Over 80% of Singapore citizens profess some form of religious belief. Hence, it is in the government's interest to consult religious bodies so that its policies will be for the good of all.
Singapore is not a secular state but a multi-religious state with a secular government. The government is neutral and impartial in its dealings with all religious groups, as well as with those of no religion. It does not mean that the government is anti-religion, or that religious considerations must be excluded from its decision-making processes. Over 80% of Singapore citizens profess some form of religious belief. Hence, it is in the government's interest to consult religious bodies so that its policies will be for the good of all.
Our government promotes harmony among religious groups so that their followers can co-exist in mutual respect for the good of the nation. It established the Presidential Council for Religious Harmony and supports the Inter-Religious Organization (IRO) to promote harmony between all peoples. Beyond the religious sphere, the government has formed Inter-Racial and Religious Confidence Circles (IRCC) so that Singaporeans with no religion are also included in Singapore's ongoing dialogue to foster trust and peaceful co-existence.
When the Church offers her views to help the State build a just social and civil order, she is neither "imposing her beliefs" on the State nor "interfering in politics". Pope Benedict in a 2006 audience with members of the European People's Party, said, "It must not be forgotten that, when Churches….intervene in public debate, expressing reservations or recalling various principles, this does not constitute a form of intolerance or an interference, since such interventions are aimed solely at enlightening consciences, enabling them to act freely and responsibly, according to the true demands of justice, even when this should conflict with situations of power and personal interest."
The Church is not, and will not become, a political entity or party which seeks to gain temporal power and prescribe a programme for the development of society. Indeed, "the Church cannot and must not take upon herself the political battle to bring about the most just society possible. She cannot and must not replace the State." (Deus Caritas Est, 28) It is through her appeals to reason and natural law that the Church hopes to foster justice and the common good.
The common good, or the "good of all", is the "sum total of social conditions which allow people, either as groups or as individuals, to reach their fulfilment as human persons more fully and more easily." (Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church, 164) However, the common good is not the sum total of every individual's needs at any one point in time. What is good for each person needs to be considered in relation to what is good for society and the nation, as a whole; and not just for this day and age, but for the future too. Clearly while there is a distinction between politics and religion, there will inevitably be areas of overlap since both are concerned with the well-being of the people.
"As far as the Catholic Church is concerned, the principal focus of her interventions in the public arena is the protection and promotion of the dignity of the person, and she is thereby consciously drawing particular attention to principles which are not negotiable.
Among these the following emerge clearly today:
Protection of life in all its stages, from the first moment of conception until natural death;
Recognition and promotion of the natural structure of the family – as a union between a man and a woman based on marriage – and its defense from attempts to make it juridically equivalent to radically different forms of union which in reality harm it and contribute to its destabilization, obscuring its particular character and its irreplaceable social role;
The protection of the right of parents to educate their children
These principles are not truths of faith, even though they receive further light and confirmation from faith; they are inscribed in human nature itself and therefore they are common to all humanity. The Church's action in promoting them is therefore not confessional in character, but is addressed to all people, prescinding from any religious affiliation they may have. On the contrary, such action is all the more necessary the more these principles are denied or misunderstood, because this constitutes an offense against the truth of the human person, a grave wound inflicted onto justice itself." (Pope Benedict XVI, Address to the Members of the European People's Party, 2006)
The Church, in articulating her views, serves all members of society by shedding light on the foundation of morality and ethics. When rights are claimed in an individualistic way, without reference to truth, solidarity and responsibility, they are not truly just. The separation of Church and State does not mean keeping faith wholly apart from social issues that touch on morality and ethics. Real democracy requires us to be receptive to all ideas. To stop religion from contributing to the good of society is to destroy true democracy because democracy means dialogue between all religions and cultures.
Furthermore, there is a real risk that attempts to divorce reason from faith would herald the end of a genuine dialogue between cultures and religions. Pope Benedict in his 2006 address at the University of Regensburg, said that "In the Western world it is widely held that only positivistic reason and the forms of philosophy based on it are universally valid. Yet the world's profoundly religious cultures see this exclusion of the divine from the universality of reason as an attack on their most profound convictions. A reason which is deaf to the divine and which relegates religion into the realm of subcultures is incapable of entering into the dialogue of cultures."
In the final analysis, every citizen subscribes to some form of belief system, be it religious or philosophical. Even secularists operate from certain assumptions about the world and the human person. No system of morality or ethics is free of pre-suppositions about the nature of human dignity, truth and freedom. Although the Catholic Church does not get involved in partisan politics, the Church and her individual members – as concerned citizens of the body politic – must speak up on political issues that impact their lives and the common good.
The Church, therefore, encourages Catholics as responsible citizens not to be indifferent to politics. Pope Francis once said, "None of us can say, 'I have nothing to do with this, they govern.' … No, no, I am responsible for their governance, and I have to do the best so that they govern well, and I have to do my best by participating in politics according to my ability. Politics, according to the Social Doctrine of the Church, is one of the highest forms of charity, because it serves the common good. I cannot wash my hands, eh? We all have to give something! A good Catholic meddles in politics, offering the best of himself, so that those who govern can govern." (Homily, St Martha's House, Sep 16, 2013)
We betray our vocation as Catholics and Singaporeans when we keep silent on vital issues which affect the moral well-being of our nation.
A good Catholic is a participative and conscientious citizen. We betray our vocation as Catholics and Singaporeans when we keep silent on vital issues which affect the moral well-being of our nation. As Catholics, each of us must articulate his or her vision for Singapore, guided by a well-formed conscience and the moral compass laid out in the Scriptures.
In solidarity with Catholics and all people of goodwill, we must work courageously for the common good in Singapore and the world, and "be at once a sign and a safeguard of the transcendent character of the human person" (Gaudium et Spes, 76). We do not act based on the changeable whims of current public opinion, but on values recognized, and promoted as elements of an objective moral law. (Compendium, 397) We need to act justly, love tenderly and walk humbly with our God (Mic 6:8): standing up for the Truth, and always in Charity.
Written by The Most Rev William Goh, Roman Catholic Archbishop of Singapore © All Rights Reserved. No part of this article may be used or published without explicit permission.


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Read Daniel 9:20-27
The chronology of Israel's future is outlined in this prophecy. It is also another instance of the truth and accuracy of the Scriptures. "Heaven and earth shall pass away," "Thy Word is truth." As the great image of Nebuchadnezzar and the vision of Daniel's beasts foretold the history of the Gentile world, so Daniel's prophecy of the seventy weeks foretells the history of the Jewish people. The entire prophecy has to do with Daniel's people and their holy city—Jerusalem.
The man Daniel – The Prophet, the fourth of the major prophets.
He belonged to a family of high rank.
He was taken to Babylon at the age of sixteen.
His whole life from that time was spent in Babylon
He lived a saintly life in an ungodly country
Though he belonged to a captive race, he never swerved from devotion and loyalty to God, and he rose to the highest position in the State.
He not only was a State servant but also a prophet of God and as we shall see his prophecies deal principally with the Gentiles and are among the most remarkable in the Bible. He was a man of prayer—He was a man of God. Jer 25-Bondage; Jer 29 Freedom
The Book of Daniel
The great mysteries of Matt 24, 25: Mark 13; Luke 21; 2 Thess 2, and Revelation can only be unlocked through an understanding of Daniel.
Daniel is rightly classified as an "apocalypse". In this category it takes its place with Revelation in the N. T. and Ezekiel and Zechariah in the O.T.
The word "apocalypse" means unveiling (Apoclyptical; Apocolyptic)
Writings of this kind were composed during oppressive conditions. The prophet used symbols to express what they saw in the same way as the Lord used parables to explain the mysteries of the Kingdom.
It is interesting to note the conditions and the men who wrote the great books of prophecy.
Ezekiel was written during the Babylonian captivity. Ezekiel was also in exile with Daniel.
Zechariah was written in the difficult years of restoration – everyone was trying to hinder the work.
Daniel—The Book
This fervent, fascinating book was written during Judah's captivity in the land of Babylon, to which country they were taken as foretold by the prophet Jeremiah, "And them that had escaped from the sword carried he [that is, the king of the Chaldeans] to Babylon; where they were servants to him and his sons until the reign of the kingdom of Persia: to fulfil the word of the Lord by the mouth of Jeremiah, until the land had enjoyed her sabbaths: for as long as she lay desolate she kept sabbath, to fulfil threescore and ten years" (II Chron. 36:20, 21).
Lesson 118: Jeremiah's Call And Ministry
In the Book of Ezekiel we have seen the government of God on earth fully developed in connection with Israel; whether in condemning the sin which occasioned the judgment of that people, or in their restoration under the authority of Christ, the Branch that should spring from the house of David, and who, in the book of that prophet, bears even the name of David, as the true "beloved "of God, the description of the temple, with its whole organisation, being given at the end. In this develo...
Daniel 5 presents to us the final stages of the Babylonian empire—the last solemn scenes in connection with the downfall of the golden head of the image described in Daniel 2. We will find in this chapter, as in the previous two chapters, a typical picture of the overthrow of Gentile power. In this instance the illustration deals with the religious character of the Gentile nations as Babylon the great, in the time of the end. The account given of the fall of mystical Babylon in Revelation ...
In Job 33:14-17, we are told, "God speaketh once, yea twice, yet man perceiveth it not. In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falleth upon men, in slumberings upon the bed, Then he openeth the ears of men, and sealeth their instruction, That he may withdraw man from his purpose [or work], and hide pride from man." This is how God often speaks to men who will not open a Bible to receive the clear revelation of His will. He has many ways of reaching those who seem bent on their own destruction.
In the passage from Job, Elihu goes on to show that when dreams and visions do not avail, God sometimes allows disease to grip the body until the poor sinner is broken in spirit and crushed in heart. Then "He looketh upon men, and if any say, I have sinned, and perverted that which was right, and it profited me not; He will deliver his soul from going into the pit, and his life shall see the light" (Job 33:27-28).
The fourth chapter of Daniel is a remarkable example of God's matchless grace and illustrates most preciously the words of Elihu to Job. The first time God spoke to Nebuchadnezzar He gave him the dream of the great image of the times of the Gentiles. But the heart of the king was willful, and he continued to go on with his own purpose in his pride and folly. God spoke the second time by the marvelous vision of the Son of God in the midst of the fiery furnace, keeping His faithful witnesses from all danger and harm. But again the proud king kept on his way with unsubject heart and unsubdued will. Now God speaks the third time in a most humiliating manner to this great world-ruler.
In Daniel 3 we see how little Nebuchadnezzar had learned from the revelation God had made to him. We have already noticed that when Daniel explained the meaning of the dream, Nebuchadnezzar fell down before the prophet and worshiped him. He had many nice things to say to him, and he gave him great rewards; but he was not brought to repentance or humbled in self-judgment before the God who had shown His omniscient power. The king could appreciate the wisdom of Daniel, but he had no heart for ...
The second chapter of Daniel has well been called "the A-B-C of prophecy." I suppose it contains the most complete, and yet the most simple, prophetic picture that we have in all the Word of God. It is in the form of a dream given to a heathen monarch. Nebuchadnezzar was at this time the ruler of the greater part of the known civilized world and of a great deal of that which was given over to barbarism. We speak of this as a world empire, though in one sense of the word, it was hardly th...
The first chapter of the book of Daniel, as noted on the chart, is introductory. It sets forth the appropriate moral condition of one who desires to be enlightened in the ways and counsels of God. In it we read of a little company of faithful men maintaining a state of separation to God from evil. They remained faithful in a day when everything seemed to be against them, and it appeared as though there was none on earth to whom they could turn for help. These four devoted young men—Daniel,...


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In 2017 Global Disciples is hosting 18 Annual Equipping Events (AEE's) throughout Asia, Africa & Latin America. At these events, program directors gather regionally for mutual encouragement, worship, prayer and fasting, mentoring relationships and training for more effective leadership. The events help fan the flame and renew vision so that local churches remain motivated and equipped to keep reaching out to who have never heard the gospel.
Story from Nepal
Paul, our VP for Global Leadership was teaching some of the sessions at the AEE in Nepal in February and heard the following story from a young program director:
Rosaline*, a 30-year-old program director with Global, told of her experience after the training they did one year ago. After every Global Discipleship-Mission Training (GDT) there is an outreach equal to double the time they spent in training. So she divided her group into four different teams and headed into the mountains to reach four different villages. She led one team to a high village that had never been visited. Upon entering the village they were greeted by the village elders who asked them if they would pray for a particular family. Apparently word had reached this village of the Global Disciples teams and the impact they had in neighbouring communities.
Rosaline took three of their team and proceeded to a certain hut. When they entered the small hut the other three could not stay – they exited but remained outside praying. Rosaline discovered a middle aged woman disabled – unable to walk. She had two of her own children 10-12 years, and a late-teen son of her husband's first marriage. The husband had abandoned them. Why? Because all of the children were possessed with demons resulting in severe twisting of limbs. The woman and the three children lived in their urine and excrement. Rosaline prayed to the Lord for grace to endure the smell so she could pray. She prayed with tears for about one hour. Nothing changed. She promised the woman she would return.
Later that evening, when the four teams reunited to camp in the mountains, she shared her experience. Immediately all the teams decided to fast and pray through the night and the next day. Late afternoon she took the other three team leaders with her. All four of them entered the hut and began to pray … for three hours. They walked out of the hut with the woman and her three children fully healed. They washed them and said they would send someone to come and live in the village and teach them about Jesus. It took about three weeks before one of the men from the GDT training agreed to return to this village. When he returned to the village he discovered a small 'church' of twenty believers. The village had been so shocked at this healing that they were asking the woman and her children to tell their story again and again. All she knew is the Jesus healed her. Twenty of the villagers said they would also follow Jesus. None of them knew any more than Jesus' name.
In April 2017 Rosaline will lead another GDT training. The eldest son of the healed woman, who is now 18 years of age, is coming for training! He will return to the village as their pastor, and will begin to take teams of his own people to other villages they know of which have never been reached with the gospel.
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About a week ago, just like every other senior, Diana Bloom got her yearbook from Stafford High School located in Falmouth, Virginia.
She was turning the pages of her Yearbook when she noticed something unusual.
The tweet went viral very quickly.
She told Buzzfeed News, "Seeing a picture of a dog caught my eye pretty quickly, I thought it was so cute, and I knew that some of my underclassmen friends hadn't seen it yet because they didn't have their yearbooks so I took a picture and tweeted it."
This unusual student is named Alpha, who is a service dog for junior Andrew 'AJ' Schalk at Stafford High.
Bloom has seen him around since they ride the same bus, but she doesn't personally know him or his dog since they don't have any classes together.
Basically, Schalk has Type 1 diabetes, and Alpha informs him every time his blood sugar gets out of control.
He said, "The amazing thing about Alpha is that he knows 20 to 40 minutes before my blood sugar actually does go low or high due to his amazing sense of smell."
"He has saved my life multiple times already, by waking me up in the middle of the night to extremely low blood sugars, which are very dangerous," Schalk said.
Schalk started bringing Alpha last year to school so he could get used to the new environment.
Everyone knew about him because he accompanied Schalk in all his classes. So, when he asked those in charge of the yearbook if Alpha could be part of it, they didn't mind at all.
"I just brought him with me when I got my yearbook picture taken," Schalk said. "The only thing they changed was the camera height. They just had to lower it a little haha."
He has his own School ID too!
"He has been a great companion and added a lot of happiness to my school's environment," Schalk said, "It brightens people's days seeing him in the halls or in my class, and I love being able to have that effect on people."
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Mazy attended her first "class" this past fall – Motor Movement – at the local rec center. We had heard a lot of positive comments about this class, and we figured that since we did not enroll Mazy in 3-school this year, that it would be a great and fun opportunity for her. And that it was!
Each Monday at 10am, Mazy was more than eager to leave for her "class" as she called it. The girl who carries much social anxiety with her, jumped right in and has loved it ever since. Granted it helps that the instructor is incredible, but if you know our Mazy, this was very unlike her. She even met a few little friends, which just made it that much more special and something she couldn't wait to go to.
Anyways, the last day the parents were invited to watch what they learned. Mazy was beyond excited for us to come and what an honor it truly was to watch our daughter do what she loved for the past 10 weeks. She was SO proud and had a perma-smile on her face that whole time. I know it was just a simple motor movement class, but there is something about watching your child do something they enjoy, that just brings so much joy to your life too! Here's what she all did (notice the smile):
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Isn't she the cutest weightlifter?
She loved it so much that we decided to sign her up for another session in the Spring…she's already looking forward to it!


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- Price$209,900
- Beds4
- Baths4
- SQ. Feet1,236
- Acres0.18
- Built1983
4704 Quicksilver Blvd, Austin
Essential Information
- Price$209,900
- Bedrooms4
- Bathrooms4.00
- Full Baths4
- Square Footage1,236
- Acres0.18
- Year Built1983
- TypeResidential
- Sub-TypeHouse
- Style1st Floor Entry
- StatusActive
- UtilitiesElectricity Available, Electricity on Property
- Parking Spaces4
- ParkingOutside
- ViewNo View
- Exterior FeaturesDeck
- Lot DescriptionLevel
- RoofComposition Shingle
- ConstructionFrame, Aluminum Siding
- FoundationSlab
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- Address4704 Quicksilver Blvd
- RegionAustin - Southeast
- SubdivisionSilverstone Ph 01 Sec 02
- CityAustin
- CountyTravis
- StateTX
- Zip Code78744
- Interior FeaturesSmoke Detector
- AppliancesDishwasher, Single Oven
- HeatingCentral Heat
- CoolingCentral Air, Window Unit
- FireplaceYes
- # of Fireplaces1
- FireplacesDining Room
- # of Stories1
- Stories1
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- ElementaryPerez
- MiddleAmerico Paredes
- HighAkins
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Many people decide to start their business at the most random times. There would be those people who have thought this over for years before arriving at a decision. But then there are also those who simply wake up one day deciding to start their own business. However, simply because you made this decision does not mean you can start your business. There are countless other steps that you need to take before you can do this. More often than not this includes logistics. Some of you may need time to construct or renovate a store. However, that does not mean you need to wait till you officially open to get down to business.
Setup a Website
By this point, we know that there would be a shade cloth Christchurch over the building that you want to use for your business. But you don't have to wait until you open your doors to connect with potential customers. Instead, it is imperative for you to connect with potential customers as soon as you can.
That is because this is the only way you can create a buzz about your business. Therefore in order to do this, we would ideally advise you to create a website or even a blog.It would even be a good idea to talk about what is going on behind the scene in your blog. This way potential customers would know what is happening behind the building wrap Auckland. Furthermore, it would also help create some anticipation prior to opening your new store.
Set Up An Eye-Catching Display
We know that in this day and age the best way to connect with a potential customer is through various social media platforms. But you also need to remember that countless people would be passing by your new store every day. Therefore even if it is under construction you can still place a banner about your new business. But it cannot be any old banner that would proclaim the name of the store. Instead, you need to make sure that it is eye-catching. That is because you want people to stop and give a second look. Furthermore, it would also be a good idea to mention the web address to your website on this banner. This would be another great way for you to capture the attention of potential customers.We know that many of you think that you need to officially open a business in order to conduct business. But from the above article, you can see that this is not true at all.


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Take your faith beyond the pew
Purchasing fairly traded goods ensures that our purchases have a positive impact. It's also a powerful way to deepen our connection to God, His people and His creation.
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Help Parishioners Live their Faith through Reflection, Education and Action
Changing our shopping behavior is hard work. It starts with reflection, prayer, and education. Here are a variety of helpful resources for parishioners of all ages.
Create community with CRS Ethical Trade
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This year's ball will be at the Grand Summit Hotel at Mt. Snow on Friday, July 31st 2015 starting at 7:00 pm. $50/person. Enjoy a night with good friends supporting Jessica's Closet. All proceeds go toward the rent and operating costs associated with Jessica's Closet. Rooms available at the Grand Summit Hotel. Overnight stay encouraged. Formal attire required. Contact us via our Facebook to get your tickets. We look forward to seeing you there!
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The Coming Together is a book about love and freedom: love for all people and freedom from all the impositions of the status quo. This is expressed by Erich Fromm's timeless words and by the performers of Movimento Centrale as portrayed by Claudio Maria Lerario.
Words, photographs and dance go hand in hand to represent the concatenation, the consolidation and the integration of our differences. In fact, The Coming Together is also a book about the value of diversity. Because only when we are able to discover the beauty in each other, can we establish long-lasting and mature relationships.
This fulfils all and does not seek to create uniformity. On the contrary, through the appreciation of diversity, it seeks out a sense of unity; so rather than being the source of suspicion and a cause for separation, it teaches us the power of being unique.
This is what inspired us to make The Coming Together, a book that we wish to present as one expression of such relations of diversity, unity and love. And this production of love and beauty is at the core of our work.


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Summer Security
Nottinghamshire Police are running a summer security campaign, and they have lots of great tips which you can download.554KBHoliday advice
With the warmer weather it's easy to forget about home security, but traditionally the summer months mean an increase in burglary.
By following some simple steps you can help to protect your home and belongings and still make the most of the summer.
At home
- If you're in your back garden make sure you keep doors and windows secure. Ensure that if you have a barbecue in your back garden that all windows and doors at the front of the house are locked
- Use strong locks on all external doors and easy to reach windows – such as those on the ground floor, above flat roofs or near drainpipes
- Don't hang keys where they could easily be reached through a letterbox or window and never leave them on a sideboard where they are visible
- Keep valuable items away from windows where they could be seen by passers-by. This includes home computers and television sets
- Never leave garden equipment unattended, even for short periods of time
Garages and sheds
- Try to keep your garage door open only for as long as is necessary. If thieves can see there is something worth stealing from a garage they could come back later and break in
- As with items in your home, valuables stored in either a shed or a garage should be marked with your postcode and house number so if they are stolen and recovered you can be traced and reunited with your property
- Large expensive equipment, like lawn mowers, should be fastened to something bulky. Alternatively, fit anchor posts attached to the floor to provide a fixed point for locking your belongings to
- Don't leave windows and roofs open on vehicles while they are unattended
- When leaving your vehicle make sure there is nothing on show
- If you have a satellite navigation (SatNav) system in your car remove it when you leave your vehicle and wipe away sucker marks from your windscreen
Before going on holiday
- If you're going on holiday use timer switches on radios and lamps to give the impression the property is occupied
- Don't make any significant changes to the exterior of your property. For example, if you never shut your gate when you're at home, don't shut it when you go away.
- Make an arrangement with a trusted friend or neighbour to check on your home while you're away
- Look at your home through the eyes of a burglar. If you can get into your house without keys then so can a burglar


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Stuck Between A Rock And A Hard Place? Comparison Guide Between 2016 Honda Civic And 2016 Toyota CorollaBlog Jan 3rd, 2017
It's always tough to put a lot of hard work researching, valuing and calculating what your next vehicle will be. When you finally whittle it down to two different vehicles and you end up torn between two, it can get very frustrating. Two very popular vehicles are the 2016 Honda Civic and 2016 Toyota Corolla. They both make perfect sense for your vehicle needs and lifestyle but you can't seem to pick a side of the fence. That's why this comparison guide should guide you to the right choice.
Under the hood the 2016 Honda Civic has a 2.0 liter i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine that gets 158 horsepower, torque of 128 at 4,200RPM, 8.8 liter/100Km city, 5.9 liter/100 km highway and a turning circle of 5.4 meters. On the flip side, the 2016 Toyota Corolla has a 1.8 liter 4-cylinder engine that gets 132 horsepower, torque of 128 at 4,400RPM, 13 liter/100Km city, 8.5 liter/100 km highway, and a turning circle of 5.8 meters. Right off the bat we know that both of these engines aren't very big or powerful. They are definitely more tailored for saving money through extremely good gas mileage and reliability. The Honda has a bigger and more powerful engine than the Toyota and the turning circle slightly favors the Toyota, however 5.4 meters is still great. We all know a situation we've been in where we could use a tight turn radius.
The new 2016 Civic is much nicer than past models. It received a very attractive design upgrade, a higher-performance turbo engine for the high end models, a more comfortable cabin and an expanded Honda Sensing safety technology. The 2016 Corolla was updated with minor tweaks here and there, but lacks the active safety features, automatic climate control and keyless entry. At its bare minimum, the Civic comes with much more premium features than the Corolla. It's quite obvious after some research that the Civic is your best bet for a compact car, especially in comparison to the Corolla.
With that said, our selection of 2016 Honda Civics here at #FormulaHondaOntario is second to none. We run great deals for both new and used Civics and would love to serve you. Our Honda events and Honda special offers can be found on our website at www.formulahonda.com. Visit our website for more information, do a little research yourself, then come down to your neighborhood Formula Honda to get the best compact vehicle on the market yourself!


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Shining Light Tech is a church management software that enables users to manage various administrative aspects. It is capable of arranging volunteer activities, communicating with members, creating databases, and managing financials (including member givings and donations). In this article, we cover pricing. Ready to get started with Shining Light Tech? Contact their support team for more information.
Shining Light Tech Pricing
Shining Light Tech has a free plan for up to 50 people and two paid subscription options. Their paid plans' prices depend on the number of people entered into the database: $10/month for up to 500 people and $20/month for up to 1,000 people.
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