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9. Display technology: Gaming laptops support either AMD's FreeSync or Nvidia's G-Sync. Both these technologies eliminate screen tearing and ghosting and minimize input lag and display stutter. It is recommended to pick a side and stick with it.
10. Anti-ghosting keyboard: A good gaming keyboard should come with an anti-ghosting feature. Gamers, at times need to press several keys simultaneously. The anti-ghosting feature ensures that all keys pressed simultaneously are registered.
Keeping these tips and specifications in mind, choose the ideal gaming laptop for the gamer in you.


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Isle of Wight Central Railway handbill 'I.W. charity cup semi final. St. Helens blue star v. Cowes at Newport Saturday 7th March 1914' with fares. Issued by Russell Willmott, printed by W.H. Upward. Dated February 1914.
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Low self-esteem is usually considered unhealthy, but according to rational-emotive behavior therapy, any level of self-esteem reflects a dysfunctional habit of globally evaluating one's worth; it would be preferable to accept oneself unconditionally. This hypothesis was tested by examining several correlates of scores on a novel questionnaire measure of unconditional self-acceptance (USA). In a nonclinical adult sample, statistically controlling for self-esteem, USA was inversely correlated with anxiety symptoms and with narcissism, positively correlated with state mood after imaginal exposure to negative events. Other predicted associations of USA (with depression, happiness, and self-deception) either were not evident or became nonsignificant when self-esteem was taken into account. Discussion centered on the conceptual and operational distinctions between self-esteem and self-acceptance.
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ref-use, [REF-yoos] (n.) – rubbish; garbage; trash; something to be discarded
ref-uge, [REF-yooj] (n. or v.) – shelter; to provide aid or protection; relief; safety
What often happens …
You are hurt by someone. A person you thought was a friend says something to someone who says it to someone who says it someone who says it (although "it" probably no longer resembles what was actually said) to you. So, you lash back. You tell someone something about that person, who tells someone, who tells someone, who then tells the person who hurt you. Now you're even!
You see a post on Facebook that is so contrary to what your opinion is. It frustrates you that people could have such obtuse views on things that matter so much. You just have to let people know that they are wrong, that you are right, and that what they said is ignorant.
You are lonely. You are angry because of what someone did to you. So, you decide to let the world know by making a post, sending a tweet, or finding just that right "e-card" that you can put on pintrest to let everyone know that you are angry and that they should also be angry. That will show him!
You are having a bad, frustrating day. You want to make sure that everyone knows it. You think, "if life is rough for me, why is it fair that it's not for others too?" So, you post "life sucks and then you die."
Your spouse isn't meeting all of your needs. You decide that it's time for a change (meaning … it's time for him/her to change, not you). So, as soon as he/she gets home, you unload every pent-up, negative feeling you've ever had during your relationship, including bringing up that mistake he/she made last summer that you "forgave."
You are in a group at work. Some in the group start talking badly about the boss or a coworker. You can't resist — you have to put in your two cents by telling how the boss mistreated you, how the coworker made an error, or how they are generally just icky people who don't "deserve" respect. You don't even realize that your stories and statements cause others in the group to join into the "bashing" as well. But even so, the boss deserved it.
You don't agree with a decision made at church or something that the preacher said from the stage. Instead of directly going to the leaders with your concern, you send an email that will surely show him how terrible it was for him to say such a thing. He should feel terrible and now he knows that he should feel terrible!
Refuse or Refuge?
There are two diametrically opposed results from our speech — whether spoken out loud or written for others to see. Our speech can be negative; garbage that should be tossed away. Or, our speech can be positive; providing relief and encouragement.
When we take the refuse (i.e., garbage) path with our speech, we have an effect on others. Maybe others hear the garbage speech and it leads them to garbage speech. Maybe others read our speech and it taints their view of someone else or, worse yet, Jesus himself. Maybe they hear what we say and it makes them sad, or frustrated, or feel bad about themselves or others, or even angry. At times our garbage speech may cause others to not want to be around us anymore. Really, who wants to be around smelly garbage?
When we take the refuge (i.e., shelter) path with our speech, we also have an effect on others. We encourage someone who is down with a reminder that they are loved and not alone, so they remember that life isn't so bad after all. We say thank you to someone who's made a difference in our lives, or in the lives of others, so they know that they are appreciated. We compliment someone who rarely hears anything good from the other people in his/her life. We post something uplifting to offer hope for the day and for the future. Who wouldn't want to be around someone who provides shelter from the harshness of the world, who offers relief from the evil that tries to attack us?
What the Bible says …
Paul writes in Ephesians 4:29: "Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen."
That is quite a charge!
Do not let ANY unwholesome talk come out of my mouth? ANY?
Speak ONLY what BUILDS?
Focus on OTHERS and not myself?
Be a BENEFIT?
Yes, that's what this scripture says. In short, our speech should be a REFUGE for people, not REFUSE thrust upon people.
The choice really is yours
You might think that you can't help what you say. You might think that you can't help cussing, retaliating, gossiping, or "sticking up" for yourself. You might think that you just won't be able to live unless you get the last word, unless the person who hurt you is also hurt.
But, what you say, what you write, what you "put out there" for others to hear and to see, really is your CHOICE. Your words can encourage and remind people of our loving God or your words can point people toward negativity, bitterness, and conflict. You can choose the impact your words will have on other people, if you try.
Think before you speak. Think before you post. Choose to honor God in all things, including what you say. Your speech can be refuse or refuge. What will you choose?


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Dance the night away at one of these San Francisco dance clubs. SF night clubs are popular and a great option if you are looking for a fun, energy filled night out on the town.
Dance clubs are a great entertainment option, but there are a lot to choose from in the city. Below you will find recommendations for some of the best one to check out during your stay.
Most of the clubs in the city charge a cover, sometimes up to around $20. They also usually have pretty expensive drinks. If you plan on heading to any club in the city, plan on these additional expenses since it's just part of the club scene.
If you are looking for one of the best, and more original clubs around, then Temple is a must visit while you are in the City by the Bay. Decorated with more than 50,000 LED bulbs, you will have your mind blown by both the quality of the sound system and also the immersive experience with everything happening all night long.
There are numerous levels with different styles of music playing. If you want to be out in the crowds, they've got dance floors for that, if you want more privacy, they have booths for that. Temple has pretty much anything you want and is famous for the best djs playing as they travel through the Bay Area.
Temple is only open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday so make sure to check their calendar. The venue is 21 and over with the dress style being upscale fashionable. Temple is located at 540 Howard Street in the SOMA district.
Another recommendation for San Francisco dance clubs is 1015 Folsom. If you want great music and space to dance, then this option is for you.
This place is spacious with several levels and different types of music. It gets a little crowded, but not as crowded as many of the other options in the city.
This place also does an amazing job of getting great DJs. They bring in some of the best and they never seem to disappoint.
One of the other things you'll notice about this club is the diversity. You'll find everything from a younger crowd wanting to get some drinks in them to more sophisticated music fans excited to listen to their favorite DJ. Overall, it's an interesting place for a night of dancing.
This club does have a cover change and the drinks are expensive (as with most clubs). You will also want to head over a little earlier in the evening, so you don't have to wait in line too long to get in.
This club is (or course!) at 1015 Folsom Street in the SOMA area. It's easy to access by bus and cab. Parking is a little tough in this neighborhood, so you'll want to take public transportation.
In addition to the list of San Francisco dance clubs above, here are a few additional places to check out.
Bootie SF is one of the largest mashup parties in the US and one of the top San Francisco Dance Clubs. Every Saturday night (at the DNA Lounge), Bootie SF features four rooms of dancing for just one price. They include music such as a Retro Remix, Indie Dance & Electro, and more. It's one of the best themed parties and an experience you will never forget.
Address: 375 11th Street
District: SOMA
The reason I love F8 is because they offer two rooms of dance music in a more casual, dance club environment. Whenever I go here, the people tend to be friendly and the music is always great. The DJ selection changes by the day, and they always do a great job of playing what the crowd loves. They also focus on art, so you will see several great pieces hanging throughout the club. You will also find some decent happy hour specials, Tuesday - Friday, from 6pm to 10pm.
Address: 1192 Folsom Street
District: SOMA
Bissap Baobob is a restaurant that turns into a fun, vibrant night club, Little Baobob, at around 10pm each night. The dance floor is small, but this cool place draws in a great crowd. On the weekends, this place is packed with people dancing to everything ranging from salsa, bachata, reggae, to whatever the dj plays and the crowd wants. The environment is friendly and welcoming. It is the perfect place for a fun night out on the town. They also have many original, and interesting, mixed drinks to sample.
Address: 3380 19th Street
District: Mission District
Another one of my favorite San Francisco dance clubs is Mr. Smith's. The bar is three levels, so you have the option to dance, hang in the lounge, or grab a seat at the bar. The club has plenty of space, so it's also great for larger groups of people. The main dance floor is downstairs, but you will also find some great music on the main level. They often play music that appeals to a larger audience such as hip hop and top 40.Address: 24 7th Street
San Francisco dance clubs are a fun way to spend an evening in San Francisco. Although many get crowded, it can still be a lot of fun to let your hair down and dance the night away.
Looking for something a little different? Here are some other San Francisco nightlife options:
Hi there! I'm Jill Loeffler and welcome to my site. I've been exploring San Francisco for almost two decades and I can't wait to help you find the best things to do here! Thanks for stopping by and please contact me if you have any questions before your trip.


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At the Kung Fu Schools we believe that everyone is capable of achieving the goals they set themselves and it is our mission to help all of our students – regardless of age, ability or experience – to realise their fullest potential.
It is our aim that all students think big and that we help them to achieve their Black Belt – a grade that represents much more than martial ability. It's about persistent effort, never quitting and creating positive habits that lead towards long term success and happiness.
Our Schools
As a professional martial arts organisation with full-time instructors, the Kung Fu Schools are dedicated to providing the best martial arts training available. We have several martial arts schools – two of which are full-time, professionally run martial arts schools. The Kung Fu Schools headquarters are based in Crawley and another permanent school located in South Croydon.
All of our instructors are well trained, martial artists first and foremost with a desire to share their martial arts knowledge and get more people involved in Wing Chun Kung Fu. Instructors are fully CRB checked and undergo regular (weekly) training to ensure that they have the skills and knowledge necessary to pass on our martial art.
Our History
The Kung Fu School was established in 2004 by Sifu Paul Hawkes who has been training in Wing Chun Kung Fu for over 24 years. Since 1992 Sifu Paul has been teaching in and around Crawley and helped dozens of other students become martial arts experts in their own right who have gone on to found their own associations, organisations and federations.
After years of training in school halls and community centres, the Kung Fu School was the realisation of one of Sifu Pauls earliest goals. A full-time, professionally run martial arts school with a timetable and facilites to help his students achieve their goals and learn this amazing martial art.
From our headquarters here in Crawley the Kung Fu School Organisation looks forward to bright future and will continue to help members of the local community progess, develop and become martial artists in their own right.


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Ladies and gentlemen, I'm Ian Russell. I've come before the committee many times, but this is the first time I've been here in my capacity as president and chief executive officer of the Investment Industry Association of Canada to talk to you on the singular subject of tax-free savings accounts, or TFSAs. With me today is my colleague Barbara Amsden, who will be helpful to me in responding to a number of the questions that may come from the committee.
The IIAC is one of Canada's oldest and youngest associations. It was founded in 1916 as the Investment Dealers Association, which began as a trade association that over the next 90 years became increasingly a self-regulatory body. From 1996 to 2006, the IDA grew rapidly as a regulator, tripling in size. In April 2006 the organization separated its dual mandate, creating a single self-regulatory organization and a trade association.
The Investment Industry Association is the trade association for the Canadian securities industry. In that capacity we've been able to lobby effectively or advocate on behalf of our members, some 210 firms in the Canadian investment industry, for improvements in regulatory and tax policy to strengthen the capital markets in the Canadian economy and to meet the government's objective of productivity improvements. We've been better able to publicize what our industry does to promote the savings investment process and encourage capital formation.
As I said, we have 210 members. They range from very large, national, full-service investment dealers to small boutique operations, which operate as an institution with an institutional focus, and also as a regional focus, in all parts of the country.
The role of the Investment Industry Association of Canada is to promote the growth and development of the Canadian investment sector. The IIAC represents a strong and proactive voice that seeks to represent the interests of the investment sector and all market participants. Our corporate members range from regional companies employing few persons to major corporations that employ thousands of Canadians. Our members assist Canadian investors in building and protecting their capital to ensure their financial future and that of their families.
For our members to successfully begin offering TFSAs and to promote further savings by Canadians, we believe it is in the best interests of investors, governments, and TFSA providers that TFSAs be made as simple as possible to introduce and manage, and to this end that they be as similar as possible to and able to leverage the current RRSP framework.
A great deal of work needs to be done by our members between now and the January 1, 2009 start-up date. Technology changes don't just occur at the push of a button. We hope to have your help with legislative changes, as well as the help of the Department of Finance and the CRA on regulatory and administrative matters, to ensure a smooth launch and an excellent good-news story for the front pages of the first newspaper editions of the new year.
With your permission, I won't read the rest of my remarks, but I will touch on four problems and amendments that we suggest.
First, Bill C-50 limits TFSA offerings to a trust annuity contract or deposit, and excludes securities accounts. Interest and annuity rates have dropped since the early nineties, and more and more Canadians now rely on investments, rather than just term deposits and annuities, to finance their retirement. Requiring that brokers still resort to the trust structure of using third-party trustees to offer TFSAs adds costs and inefficiencies, and we believe it is really unnecessary.
Second, the CRA proposes more frequent reporting than for RRSPs, but based on the RRSP example, we believe this is not cost-justified, as material over-contributions to RRSPs are proportionately small, excess amounts are usually low, and penalties can be imposed to dissuade over-contributions. As for RRSPs, an annual report with contributions and withdrawals will enable the CRA to identify over-contributions, even if those are withdrawn in the same year in an effort to unfairly take advantage of the tax system.
Third, the treatment of TFSAs upon the death of the TFSA holder differs from that of RRSPs. Income or capital gains on the TFSA become immediately taxable at the time the holder dies, in contrast to RRSPs, where there is an exempt or transitional period after death, which allows for a period to learn of the holder's death and a process for deeming the disposition of assets and for resetting costs at fair market value, and various other points. As we know, the death of a family member means a difficult time for everyone, and treating RRSPs and TFSAs differently will lead to additional complications and frustrations at a time when complexity and administrative complications are particularly difficult for the bereaved.
Fourth, on implementation, Bill C-50 provides that qualifying TFSA arrangements must be entered into after 2008. This would prevent the opening of accounts with a zero balance earlier and would lead to a rush following the new year. Our members are already getting calls about opening TFSAs. This risks negative publicity for TFSA providers and the government, if there is congestion at the beginning of the year.
So we are requesting four legislative changes.
First, we recommend amending the legislation to allow brokers to offer TFSAs directly under an account agreement, and not just as a trust.
Second, for efficiency and cost-effectiveness—while leaving CRA's ability to manage the integrity of the tax base undiminished—we ask or recommend that you amend the legislation to require annual transaction-related reporting by TFSA providers to the CRA without a requirement for reporting transfers between the accounts of the same TFSA holder. This government is committed to reducing the regulatory burden and not adding to it. We believe that more frequent reporting will in fact cause more problems for investors and intermediaries than necessary.
Third, for simplicity, and given little risk to the tax base, we propose an amendment to standardize and simplify processing on the death of the holder, treating TFSAs like RRSPs, or in the same manner.
Fourth, for smooth implementation, we recommend that you allow TFSA providers to open accounts before the new year while still preventing contributions or transfers until January 1.
So those are the recommendations that we have before you, Mr. Chairman.


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I was diagnosed with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia in February 2008. The cancer was identified following routine blood tests before a spinal surgery. My first reaction was of shock, followed quickly by false bravado which masked a severe depression. I've since discovered that this is common in newly-diagnosed cancer patients.
Around Christmas 2008, I began passing a lot of blood in my urine and had considerable pain in my right side. But I put it down to a kidney stone. When this was investigated it was discovered that I had a tumour in my right kidney (transitional cell carcinoma) and needed an urgent Nephro-ureterectomy (removal of kidney, ureter and bladder cuff).
Unfortunately, with TCC there is very likely that it'll return in the bladder or remaining kidney. However, I have an excellent Macmillan urology nurse specialist (Patricia Thompson at Ulster Hospital, Belfast) and I am screened regularly (including the highly unpleasant flexible cystoscopy) to keep an eye on things.
I suppose I have settled down towards a more accepting state of mind regarding both cancers. The leukaemia is incurable but my last haematology check-up indicated that it is still progressing slowly though steadily. For me the worst part was having to tell my children. I lost my father to cancer when I was twelve and will never forget the feeling of desolation and horror I experienced when he told me the bad news.
There are days when I am so tired I wonder if it's worth going on. But I'm stubborn and a wide streak of black humour gets me through. On the positive side I've met some wonderful, caring and inspirational people along the way.


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Especially after surreptitiously planting their music on all of our mobile devices, it can be generally agreed that the best thing U2 ever did was bring the Trabant into the view of the masses. Once being a brand new 20-year-old car requiring a 20 year wait, the Trabbi is now a cultural icon. Find this 1975 Trabant 601S for sale in Everett, WA for $3,400 via craigslist.
Matt, a self-proclaimed bottom-feeder of the classic car market, spends half of his time buying cars, half of his time retrieving them, and the remaining third on keeping them on the road.


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Sweet Vanilla
Vanilla & Qweet Pea. Warming with a floral undertone
Candle burning times will vary slightly depending on the placement of your candle. Drafty areas will affect candle burning times as candles will burn slightly quicker. Candle burning times will also vary depending on the height of your wick. The longer the wick, the shorter the candle burning time. You can extend your candle burning time by burning the candles long enough to allow the wax pool to reach the edge. One hour for every inch of diameter should do it. Candles have a sort of memory. If you do not allow them to burn all the way to the edge of the container when you first burn them, they will begin to tunnel down into the wax instead of melting all the way to the edges which will shorten your candle burning times and affect the overall appearance of the candle.
Our Candles
Small round with lid - 165gr / 5.8 ozs - Burn time: 47 hours
Tin - 210gr / 7.4ozs - Burn Time: 60 hours
Square - 245gr / 8.6 ozs - Burn Time: 70 hours
Large round 4 wick - 445 gr / 15.6 ozs - Burn Time: 85 hours
Candle care
Trim the wick down to a maximum of 1/4 of an inch after each burn. This stops the flame smoking and gives a much longer life to the candle. If the candle does give off sooty smoke, extinguish it and trim the wick before lighting it again.
Do not let candles burn in a draught or close to a heat source as this will cause the flame to smoke and burn unevenly.
Place candles on steady surfaces that will not burn & will not be damaged by slight heat (from the glass), and keep them away from flammable materials such as curtains.
Use a proper candle lighter or good quality matches and extinguisher to light and put out your candles where possible.
Each time the candle is extinguished, remove the charred pieces of wick, remains of matches and other impurities, from the melted wax round the wick.
When you light your candle, make sure it is allowed to burn out to the edge of the glass before extinguishing it. If it only burns for a short while, it will be spoiled by burning downwards and not outwards.


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Are you drooling over the mink fur coat that I found at a thrift store for $39.99 that I featured in my last post here?
Are you now thinking about going thrifting to hunt down your own fur coat? What should you look for?
OMG. When I googled "what to look for when buying a fur coat," I found half a dozen articles – all long & confusing. When you're at a thrift store or resale shop, it's not like you're making a HUGE investment, and you just want to know 5 quick & easy tips – who wants to read an encyclopedia – right? So, here are my
5 Quick Tips: What To Look For When Buying a Thrifted/Used Fur Coat
- Cleanliness – is the fur soft & clean? If it's sticky or matted the previous owner didn't take good care of the coat – and there will likely be other problems – see below.
- Look for holes in the seams – especially the underarms, the top of the shoulders and around the pockets – if there are pockets. Those are the spots where holes in the seams are most likely to happen.
- Look for "bald spots" in the fur. These are areas where the fur may have been rubbed consistently and may have caused it to "go bald." The most common areas are the elbows, under the arms, the top of the shoulder (from a purse strap), and if there is a belt on the fur, the area where the belt would be tied. These are areas that get the most wear/tear/rubbing.
- Check for shedding. If you're at a thrift store, use a shirt in a contrasting color to rub on the shirt. For instance, since my fur is a dark fur, I used a white shirt and rubbed the shirt to see if any fur came off too easily. If a lot of fur comes off – this coat will be bald soon, so don't bother! If very little to no fur comes off, then the fur is in great condition.
- Read the label to see what kind of fur it is. Rabbit is the most popular – it's super soft and the most affordable. However, I tend to shy aware from rabbit fur because it usually sheds (even when it's new at a department store!) and tends to "go bald" pretty quickly. My favorites are fox & mink. Both soft, but much more durable than the more popular rabbit! Beaver is somewhere in between for me. It's such a stiff and thick fur, that I have a hard time wearing it without looking like a chubby eskimo since I'm short! I would definitely consider sheared beaver though – but haven't ever found one yet!
UPDATE: Tips from other readers left in the comments or emailed to me since I wrote this:
7. The smell test – the smell test. If it smells musty it was probably kept in a damp area and you shouldn't go for that one. From Debi@SheAccessorizesWell
8. Another clue is to gentley pull the skins to see if they stretch or tear. If the skins are dry they are old and will tear very easily. Another gross tip-the wiff test!~sniff sniff From Cynthia Rae@CynthiaRaeDesigns
Did I miss any easy tips? What do you look for when buying a thrifted/used fur coat? Leave me comment and I will add it to this list!
-Daisy Nguyen
Fashion Blogger in Minneapolis, Minnesota
PS – I'm TOTALLY BANANAS over this thrifted mink fur coat!
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Women over 50 are being urged to have regular smear tests after UK research showed those who skip screenings are six times more likely to end up with cervical cancer.
A study from Cancer Research UK scientists found women who fail to have smear tests over 50 have a much higher chance of developing the disease compared to women the same age who have a history of normal screening results.
Researchers also found that women with a screening history and normal screening results between the ages of 50 and 64 have a lower risk of cervical cancer at least into their 80s.
Researchers looked at data taken from 1341 women aged 65 to 83 who were diagnosed with cervical cancer between 2007 and 2012, and compared them to 2646 women without the disease.
Among those women who skipped smear tests between the ages of 50 and 64, 49 cases of cervical cancer were diagnosed per 10,000 women at age 65 to 83.
This compared to just eight cases per 10,000 women among those with an adequate screening history and normal results.
Meanwhile, women who had been screened regularly but had an abnormal result between the ages of 50 and 64 had the highest risk of all - 86 cervical cancer cases per 10,000 women at age 65 to 83.
The researchers said the level of protection offered by a good screening history of normal results does fall over time, but can last well into the 80s.
Professor Peter Sasieni, Cancer Research UK's expert on cervical screening and co-author of the study, from Queen Mary University of London, said: "With life expectancy increasing, it's important for countries that stop screening under age 60 to look into their screening programmes to maximise the number of cervical cancer cases prevented and the number of cervical cancers caught at an early stage."
Jessica Kirby, Cancer Research UK's senior health information manager, said: "Screening can pick up abnormal cells in the cervix that could develop into cervical cancer if left alone - removing these cells prevents cancer from developing. Screening is a great way of reducing the risk of cervical cancer, and saves up to 5000 lives a year in the UK."


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There are many other factors that determine the saleability of a home. Increasing the saleability is easy! I thought I would share these with you. The better you are in all the categories the higher your chance of achieving that sale and get moved. How do you compare?
Houses that are presented well generally sell faster. Here's a small list of great things to do to present your home to it's very best.
Clear the clutter, complete your DIY projects, freshen up your décor and a real deep clean are some of the best ways you can help your home to sell.
Your determination
How determined are you to sell your home? Is there a little reluctance, perhaps you are not really convinced that the rural idyllic lifestyle that you think you want is the right one. Your frame of mind WILL have an impact on how you deal with the sale. Do you really put everything you have got into presenting your home for viewings? Do you really want the estate agent to keep sending their hot buyers? Do you really care if it sits there for 6 months?
How determined are you?
Your Estate Agent
Are they motivated enough to put their all into your sale? Perhaps they have quite a few similar properties. Are many of them in competition with yours? Let's say they have 20x 3 bedroom semi detached houses, can you be sure when someone phones yours is top of mind? Why not ensure yours is the absolute best 3 bedroom semi detached available? Check out your house competition and see what you find.
Estate agents much prefer the homeowner to be out for the duration of a viewing. It puts the viewers more at ease and enables them to say what they feel. This means that your estate agent can help counter any objections quickly and effectively, or make an alternative suggestion. If they leave without having had this discussion with your agent at the time a small molehill can quickly become a mountain they don't wish to climb.
Have you viewed with your agent before you put your house on the market? Check them out, it's great way to put your mind at rest.
How fluid is yours? Be ready to act fast, the easiest way to lose a buyer is to take too long to decide. Have the talk now, then the momentum is there from the start of the offer process and things can get moving quickly (this also means that your buyers will stop looking). Taking to long to make key decision gives your buyer the opportunity to find something else.
Is the market mainly retirees at the moment or is it flooded with first time buyers? Pick the right time to sell. Bungalows and houses for retired downsizers will generally sell better in the spring, when the homeowners will find it easier to find something they want due to the good weather and makes the removal process far easier for them.
What would happen if…
Great questions to ask yourself and it will differ dependant on your individual circumstances –
…you priced it too high and you were still on the market in six months time?
…an offer came in tomorrow at £230,000 and you were asking £240,000
…an offer came in at £230,000 in six months time? (your mortgage payments, insurances, bills etc would have been paying for 6 months. A £700 mortgage payment in 6 months is £4200 add on top – other bills, council tax, insurances etc that could be around £6000.) So should you be considering this kind of price now?
There are lots of factors that determine how soon your house will sell. Each way above we found there is one common denominator, that's YOU!
Did you find this useful? I'd love to know.
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Winter Workspace 2018
Athena LaTocha
Winter Workspace 2018
Pictured Above: Untitled Desert (in progress), 2017, sumi ink and desert earth on paper, 132 x 396 feet. Courtesy of the artist.
Athena LaTocha has investigated non-traditional approaches to image making while working on a large scale. Based upon her experience of growing up in Alaska, over the past few years she has been on brief explorations of national sites such as Badlands, Devils Tower, Craters of the Moon, and the Spiral Jetty. Most recently, she competed a residency in the New Mexico high desert where she studied the dynamic landscape preserved in national parks in the region. She also visited sites such as Los Alamos and the Very Large Array where human capability and invention has been pushed to its extreme. These visits are her inspiration to immerse herself in the natural spectacle at Wave Hill to work extensively from.
Inspired by Earthworks artists of the 1960s and 70s, LaTocha contemplated the natural environment at Wave Hill to further develop and consolidate her ideas about working with landscape during the Winter Workspace. This is an ongoing consideration of landscape and land art for LaTocha in which she explores the use of reclaimed and found organic materials in her image making process. She combed painting and sculpture in consideration of Earthworks, she will work on large-scale, immersive, sumi ink paintings. Pulling together painting and land art, the artist moved her practice in new directions, literally capturing natural impressions as found at Wave Hill.
Learn more about the artist here
The Arts at Wave Hill are supported by the Lily Auchincloss Foundation, Inc.; Michael J. Shannon; Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation; the National Endowment for the Arts; New York City Department of Cultural Affairs; New York Community Trust Edward and Sally Van Lier Fund; New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature; The Pollock-Krasner Foundation; The Shelley & Donald Rubin Foundation; and by the Cathy and Stephen Weinroth Commissioning Fund for the Arts.


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The kids were playing outside today in the waterhose and were surprised by this little guy trying to join in their fun. Poor thing, I bet he didn't plan on this kind of party! He probably just thought God was finally sending him some rain. Well, the kids had a blast even if he didn't.
Friday, July 28, 2006
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Thursday, July 27, 2006
Last night, I decided I was not going to wake up to the dirty refrigerator again- can you say, "nesting?" So after all the other kids were put to bed, Gracie and I got to work cleaning it out. At first I employed her help just for practice, but in the end she was an actual help to me! We got the whole thing done in under half an hour. The whole thing was a pleasure to me, but more so than seeing the sparkling white interior, was the joy of working with my daughter. I must admit, I heard this day would one day come, but I never actually believed it would! Thanks to the Lord for His faithfulness in His promises, for this encouragement, and for giving us both the ability to accomplish such a task - that's no small thing for me at almost nine months prego!
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Wednesday, July 26, 2006
Seven fun things
This weekend was full of special occurrences.
1. First we had a guest preacher at church on Sunday. When he got up to preach I got excited because he had a British accent and I thought how fun for Colin to have someone from the mother land to talk to. Afterwards, Colin did get a chance to talk with him. Turns out he hails from Houston of all places and got his accent from diction lessons! Well, I thought it was a little too weird to have a British, reformed, Woody Allen impersonator preaching at our church. Too many distincitves and it just gets plain creepy. :)
2. We drove down to Redeemer OPC in Pflugerville Sunday evening to hear the great 81 year old G.I. Williamson preach. He was sharp as a tack and his preaching was fantastic!
3. On the way home we HAD to stop for some gas (part of the problem with spontaneous road trips on Sunday). Anyway, the gas station was in front of a field, and while we sat there we saw skydivers swarming the skies right in front of us. Turns out that field is where the Skydivers Temple land. They were swooping in and out - we were so excited to be treated to an unexpected show!
4. This is out of order chronologically, but sobeit! Anyway, last week Colin bought me a laptop that my sister had found and picked up for us. It was a great deal and it has been so nice to be able to be mobile while on the computer. It also helps because I can sit on something soft and cushy so my pelvic bones don't hurt so bad.
5. I'm thirty-four weeks now. Baby's heart rate was in the 150's. Hmmm....
6. There's not much to say here , but I want to get to number seven because....
7. Monday was our seventh year anniversary!! My mom came over to babysit and even cleaned house as a surprise for me while we were gone. Colin and I had a nice time going out to eat then out to Barnes and Noble. It was so relaxing and we laughed a lot and got to talk a lot - how wonderful :)
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Monday, July 17, 2006
Pregnancy Psychosis
Okay, it's official...I'm entering into third trimester pregnancy induced psychosis. I am crying at anything, griping about everything, and comfortable in nothing. Please pray for my poor family who has to endure such a mom/wife. Today Colin made me cry for commenting that my legs looked like tree trunks due to the pitting edema. It's actually completely true, and doesn't really hurt my feelings because I know it will go away within a few days of giving birth, but I cried anyway because the swelling just makes me feel so uncomfortable. It's somewhere in the 100's outside today. Depending upon who you ask it got up to somewhere between 103 and 107. I don't think the a/c is working properly. Also, I don't think the refrigerator is properly cooling the water. It still feels just lukewarm to me. I cried twice at church on Sunday. Why do I do that? I hate it when I do that! Unfortunately, I'm learning that this is all a part of the joys of the last few months of pregnancy for me. Not everyone acts like this, I know it's true. I'm not trying to make excuses, just giving reasons. Really, just consider this your public service announcement. "We interrupt this regularly scheduled personality to fine tune the body of the next coming Gunn child. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please stand by..." (really loud annoying beep - actually that's the sound of me whining about the heat)
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Thursday, July 13, 2006
I thought I'd give an update on the pregnancy and the household happenings. Knox pottytrained himself completely a few weeks ago. We celebrated by going to see Cars at the the theater. It was fun but would've probably been more fun just to rent a movie at home - not to mention cheaper :) Gracie turned six this last week. We'll have a party tomorrow night with the family. I've got just over seven weeks to go in this pregnancy which is great, except that it's 100 degrees outside with no sign of letting up. Sigh... the thought of being pregnant during August makes me want to take a long nap. The upside is that the baby is kicking away, and I'm getting very excited to meet him/her. Did I mention that the heartrate was in the 170's this week? Me thinks it's a her :) but we shall see...
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Cosmetics and beauty treatments are always there for emergency needs. However, there are natural beauty hacks to your disposal without burning your purse or skin. They need a longer period of time to show the result, but they make sure that you get one.
Here are 10 beauty hacks at your service:
1. Clean hair for a longer time
Shampoo your hair by mixing some table salt or sea salt to it. This will make your hair voluminous and will keep it non-sticky for a longer period of time.
2. Thicker brows and lashes
Use your mascara container to store a panacea for thicker brows and lashes. Mix half the box with vitamin E and the other half with castor oil juice of aloe vera. With the help of the brush, apply it to your eyebrows and eyelashes
3. Stubborn cellulite
For fighting the stubborn cellulite you will need an anti-cellulite mixture made up of 2 tbsp ginger powder, 5 tbsp of facial clay, and 10 tbsp of water. You have to apply the mixture over your belly, hips and arms, and wrap them with the plastic. Do this once a week for effective results.
4. Smooth Legs
The best way of removing hairs from your legs is the use of sugar. Waxing causes irritation and redness on the skin. Sugaring is the best epilation method.
5. Uprooting blackheads
Apply the mixture of 1 tbsp flour, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp water with the help of cotton pads over your nose and chin. Let it sit for 15 minutes.
6. Bright armpit
Raw potatoes have bleaching properties. Applying the sliced potato on your armpits brighten its darken areas. That's a cheap and effective way to wear sleeve-less without worrying about your dark armpits.
7. Tan-removal
To tackle the tan or the sunburn, apply some baking soda solution on the affected area for 20 minutes. This would help with the redness and the pain effectively.
8. Gentle heels
Cracked heels are a general problem. All you need to do is to soak them in a bucket with 2 cups of warm water mixed with 1 cup of vinegar, and 1/2 cup of baking soda. You need to carry out the process for 25 minutes, and after that let your feet dry naturally. Do this daily.
9. Instant fresh face
Make an instant spray by mixing one part of aloe vera juice or gel and three parts of distilled water in a spray bottle. Use it over your face after a long tiring day.
10. Firm bust
To have firm breasts, apply Vaseline daily on your bust during night time. Rub it over them gently. You have to do this for two weeks, and after that, you will notice a huge difference in their appearance.


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Tonight is a track i have been meaning to put up for some time as it just keeps coming on , on my drive to work. On top of that its by one of my favourite bands and it has possibly the best Indie song title ever. I have posted a few tracks by the Swedish band, The Radio Dept…there isn't much more to say other than they manage to some how mine the...
i dont need love, indie, indie pop, I've got my band, Swedish indie pop, the radio dept
Alternative, Indie/Pop
indie, indie pop, Labrador records, repeated sodomy, the radio dept
After a final 2 pretty crazy weeks i am now on 2 weeks holiday, with little plans other than to relax with the family in the Malta sunshine. So my track picks for the next couple of weeks will be more about what im listening to / we are getting sent than the journey to work. Todays track was inspired by those (quite often annoying) facebook reminders of posts you put up in the past....


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Okay so here's the deal.
At high school I was a geek and I didn't do relationships.
Didn't get invited to parties, had zero dates, spent a lot of time in the library. Read lots, wrote a bit, drew a bit, hated sports.
Then in later years, I tried to be a cool kid.
Go on, ask me how well that worked.
I'm telling you this because I don't feel qualified to offer useful relationship advice.
But relationships are a huge part of travel. REALLY HUGE.
And when I stared writing about slow travel, I knew there would come a time when I'd have to cover the topic.
And I've been dreading it.
Luckily, I have met many quality people from a huge range of backgrounds.
People who genuinely like people.
Some even like me. Trashy, let's-see-how-many-weeks-I-can-avoid-being-sober-because-I'm-a-writer me.
So instead of writing a painful post filled with dated TV references, I asked my friends for their advice.
And I got hit with some GREAT ADVICE.
Some is unique to their situation.
Some of it is personal.
And some of it is obvious enough that even I can see how it applies to me.
So here it is!
My friends' amalgamated wisdom on singledom, partners, dating, and sleeping around while travelling.
When we travel, we are removed from our daily reality.
And we feel removed from consequences – which is not necessarily the case, but the feeling remains. Inhibitions are lowered and and we experience a lot of "new" quite quickly.
Some experience a long-running "travel high" where they are more receptive to their wants and interests, and more likely to act on an opportunity. And suddenly, flirting becomes okay (don't ask me why I found this surprising I'm a nerd remember?).
This makes for some challenging moments, as the opportunities don't line up with how we'd act if we were in our home town. Cognitive dissonance sets in. Or not. So here's how to get out of your head and just enjoy your travel – partnered, single, or a bit of both.
If you plan on travelling with a partner.
Take time to be together. Go and enjoy relationship things. Take an evening stroll on the beach. Play pool together. Climb a mountain. Whatever it is, please feel free to spend time together! Just because you're away from home and meeting new people all the time does NOT mean you have to drop your partner-y plans and hang out with randoms every single day! Relationships need attention too!
Take time to be yourselves. That being said, be confident enough in yourself, your partner/s and your relationship to allow each other to do your own thing. You are two people. Or more. Not one. Embrace your independence and love your partner enough to give them theirs.
Be sure of where you both stand. Travel, even slow travel, brings up a range of challenges that you will never experience at home. And people react differently. It will change you, and it will change your relationship – for better or worse. If you are both prepared for that, then travelling together can be a rewarding experience. If you want your relationship to stay the same THEN DO NOT DO IT. Stay home!
Travelling alone when in relationships.
If you are travelling without a return date, make you know (not think, KNOW) your relationship can withstand that pressure. Or you will suffer. Travelling without your significant other WILL put enormous strain on the relationship. Each day brings interesting and exotic people into you life. One partner will feel left out, the other will come to resent them… you can see how it's easy for a relationship to end when travelling solo.
If you are serious about the person back home, then make sure you both know that. Lay out the terms before you leave. Build a communication schedule. Stick to it. Know the risks involved, and be okay with them before you even think of leaving. And above all don't forget to love each other.
Whatever you do, don't do the following:
- go over seas while your girlfriend's at home
- meet another girl, hook up
- travel around with her for a few weeks, then meet a third girl
- take said third girl to the hotel room you share with second girl
- have sex with third girl on you and second girls bed
- have second girl walk in
- get locked out of your room and sleep wrapped up in a sheet on the tiles outside the room
Because then you'll be cheating on the girl you're cheating on your girl with? and that's just wrong?? on too many levels???
(please note this has not actually happened to me or anyone involved in drafting this article)
Travelling as a single person.
Be free but stay safe. When travelling, every day feels like a once-in-a-life-time opportunity. Keep it simple. Keep it fun. Don't take it too seriously! Stop overthinking and start making the most of it. Some of the most meaningful, pure, and loving relationships can spring up from shared travel experiences – the fun times and the tough. Take a chance – the outcome can be glorious. It could also be disappointing, but that's fine. There's always tomorrow!
When sleeping around, look after yourself first. Don't be a sloppy mess. You can't please anyone if you aren't taking care of yourself as well. Eat good food, sleep well, and use protection.
Don't get too attached. The rules that apply at home (other than generally not being a rubbish person) may not apply when you're travelling. Exclusivity is not implicit. It is an explicit agreement that requires a conversation. You wanna bone one person? Have the chat.
You must ALWAYS use protection. Condoms are cheap and judgement-free. Buy them. Carry them. Use them. What happens in Southeast Asia doesn't always stay in Southeast Asia. Especially herpes or pregnancy.
And for everyone else.
Don't be a dick. If you find yourself in a situation where your relationship expectations are not met, that's your own damn fault. Form up your expectations and communicate them clearly. If you don't get the result you want, move on.
Don't be that one guy who follows a girl around all night because "she's from the same town as me" when she clearly told you to fuck off about 15 times already. You ass-hat.
You can only really be happy with someone else if you're happy with yourself. Don't fall into the trap of caring for others while neglecting your own wants. Take time to do what you want to do. If you want to spend the afternoon in a hammock drinking cheap wine but everyone else wants to go on a two hour hike to the local waterfall, let them. Enjoy your hammock time. And let everyone else enjoy their sweaty health kick. Or vice versa.
Point is, look after your own needs, and let others do the same.
Don't crash a moped when the girl you're into is riding on the back. Because she will likely not be so into you after the fact. Like the old saying goes:"nothing kill romance quicker than picking gravel from an open wound on the side of the road".
For everyone's sake, when making boom-boom, find a room with a lock. And use the damn lock. Nobody needs to see that. Or hear it.
And finally…


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There seems to be a stigma that badass female characters can't do anything traditionally feminine. This is a trope called Real Women Don't Wear Dresses.
DIsney has gotten a lot of flak for this, especially with their princess line. To many people, it expresses many of the negative stereotypes of femininity. The video below puts it pretty well.
While I must find I agree with some of the points raised in the video, it still reminds me of a pet peeve I have. One of my pet peeves is when someone tells me that strong females characters have to act a certain way.
I feel that being feminism is about equality. I want to be treated equal. It should be up to a women what kind of clothes she wears, what she likes, etc. A women can be a badass fighter who still likes pink and dressing up.
On the topic of Disney, let's talk about Rapunzel of Tangled.
On first glance, she seems like a stereotypical girly girl. Long flowing blonde hair, pink dress, loves to paint, etc. Many who believe that femininity portrays a weak character.
But it doesn't.
Rapunzel is never portrayed by just how she appears. She's energetic, upbeat, strong-willed, and determined. It's isn't a big deal whether she's feminine or not.
And she really knows how to use that frying pan.
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Let's compare and contrast that to Merida from Brave.
Merida is portrayed like a tomboy. She'd rather be doing more traditionally masculine things like mountain climbing and archery to traditional feminine things. If it weren't for the fact that Brave is set in historical Scotland, she probably would't be in a dress.
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But that's not the main point of Merida's story.
Brave is about the relationship between Merida and her mother, who is much more traditionally feminine. Neither one really tries to understand one another. This leads to Merida making a extremely unwise decision. She goes to a witch, hoping to have her change her mother so that she would except her point of view. This ends up changing her mother into a bear.
Anyway, the point of the film is that they both need to understand one another and make compromises to return the mother to normal. Both of their views are valid, but they both have flaws. Neither being a tomboy or a girly girl is better or worse. They have to understand each other.
As you can see, Disney and Pixar definitely portray femininity and being a tomboy in different ways. However, many hate these movies no matter what they do. They seem to always find something wrong.
But in my opinion, neither being feminine or a tomboy is better or worse. I grew up with Disney Princess films, The Lion King, the Aladdin TV series, Barbie, Star Wars, Powerpuff Girls, among others. As a kid, I was more a girly girl, yes, but I also had more tomboyish desires. But that's not the case for everyone.
People of both genders should have the option of being who they want to be.
Real Women Don't Wear Dresses?
Real women CAN wear dresses (But they don't have to if they don't want to)


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That's why HH Robertson in-floor cable distribution systems – in addition to providing maximum flexibility in floor planning and floor reconfiguration – are engineered to provide maximum aesthetic appeal.
With HH Robertson, floor spaces maintain their open, uncluttered site lines.
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Ageing or getting older is something that I have totally and completely embraced. Perhaps because I have struggled literally all my life with my age; people never believe my age. I remember when I was five years old, and my mother took my to Nursery school for my first day at school. I still remember […]More


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Listen to Hannah Lash discuss 'This Ease'
On Saturday, April 26, 2014 and Sunday, April 27, 2014, Yale School of Music faculty composer Hannah Lash will present the world premiere of her new piece, This Ease. She spoke with KUSC's Brian Lauritzen about the upcoming performance in a new podcast.
Prize-winning composer Hannah Lash has emerged as a leading voice of her generation. Her orchestral music has been singled out by the American Composers Orchestra, which selected Furthermore for the 2010 Underwood New Music Readings, and by the Minnesota Orchestra, which selected her work God Music Bug Music for performance in January 2012 as part of the Minnesota Composers Institute. Her chamber opera Blood Rose was presented by NYC Opera's VOX in the spring of 2011.
Hannah Lash earned a bachelor's degree in composition from the Eastman School of Music, her Ph.D. from Harvard University, a performance degree from the Cleveland Institute of Music, and an Artist Diploma from the Yale School of Music.


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Hokies Football: 2018 Four-Star QB DeJuan Ellis Commits to Virginia Tech
By: Tim Thomas
| Aug 03, 2016
The Virginia Tech Hokies got off to a good start with the Class of 2018 when they gained a commitment from three-star WR/ATH Bryce Thompson who committed at Virginia Tech's Blacksburg Bash a week and a half ago. However, the Hokies have continued to grow their 2018 class with the addition of a big time four-star recruit. https://twitter.com/HeadHonchoJuan/status/760949209788973056 Four-star QB DeJuan Ellis from the Washington D.C. area became Virginia Tech's second commit of the Class of 2018. Ellis is listed by
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as having 6 offers from Virginia Tech, Maryland, Rutgers, Syracuse, Wake Forest, and Temple though that list will likely continue to grow more throughout the fall as Ellis is a very talented athlete and QB. Ellis is ranked as the 241st best recruit and ninth best dual-threat quarterback by the 247 Sports Composite while Scout ranks him as the 218th best recruit and 20th best QB. Ellis's recruitment may be hurt in part because he is only 5'11' which just shows how impressive his athletic and arm talent is given his size. Ellis is a big-time recruiting get for the Hokies as a top quarterback target for Virginia Tech in the Class of 2018. Ellis is a quarterback that Virginia Tech can start building their class around as the Hokies have done to an extent with Hendon Hooker in the Class of 2017. Ellis is an extremely impressive athlete that has 4.4 40 speed and has the makings of a very dangerous mobile threat with that type of athleticism. Ellis apparently has a lot of arm talent and has the skills to be a talented quarterback though if he doesn't work at the QB spot, Ellis's athleticism makes him someone that could also move to wide receiver and be a dangerous weapon. Brad Cornelsen was the primary recruiter for Ellis and while Cornelsen has mostly been recruiting quarterbacks, the offensive coordinator and QBs coach has consistently been able to get his guys whether it was Hooker or Ellis. Cornelsen's recruiting impact may not be big in numbers but it has been big in the talent that Cornelsen has gotten to commit with Hooker and Ellis in addition to Jerod Evans. DeJuan Ellis is another big pickup for the Hokies as Virginia Tech continues to build on the recruiting momentum they gained from the Blacksburg Bash.


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Goldman Sachs broke ground on its new 740-foot, 42-story headquarters building- which will stand on the last available commercial development site in Battery Park City, just to the north of Cesar Pelli's American Express Building along West Street between Vesey and Murray Streets- back in late 2005. Originally planned for occupancy in 2009, the project is now likely to wrap up in 2010; construction on the tower is currently twelve stories of steel out of the ground. The project team includes architects Pei Cobb Freed & Partners (design by Henry N. Cobb), structural engineers Yolles Partnership Inc., MEP engineers Cosentini Associates, and construction manager Tishman.
While Goldman was able to avoid much of the legal wrangling and bureaucratic red tape that's plagued Larry Silverstein at the actual Ground Zero site, its green plans for the new headquarters have similarly escaped the public eye that's remained cast upon the Freedom Tower; the investment bank is aiming for a LEED Gold rating. Specific green features do not appear available yet, and design details about the entire project itself have been extremely sparse to date. Nevertheless, I'll continue to keep a keen eye on Ground Zero- the significant concentration of green construction taking place in this incredibly high-profile location is critical to the long-term success of sustainable design- and even LEED itself- here in New York City.
The Freedom Tower (David Childs/SOM) and 200, 175, and 150 Greenwich Street (Foster, Rogers, and Maki, respectively), will each seek LEED Gold (or perhaps a comparable rating under USGBC's next-generation LEED system), and J.P. Morgan's new headquarters at the former site of the Deutsche Bank Building will aim for a Platinum rating. Moreover, once the Goldman Sachs Tower opens, its two million square feet, coupled with the two million square feet of LEED Gold residential space across Battery Park City, will "make Lower Manhattan the world leader with the highest concentration of sustainable construction per square foot," according to Battery Park City Authority Chairman James Gill. The former site of the World Trade Center is poised to become a major centerpiece for Gotham's green building efforts, and it's truly fantastic to see such positive things happening at a place where tragedy and sorrow have reigned for far too long.
- GS Breaks Ground on New HQ (PR)
- New GS Green Tower to Rise (LM.info)
- GS Tower Zooms Ahead of Freedom Tower (NY Sun)
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Rockies will pursue Redding when he's non-tendered tonight
Unavailable to land Washington's Tim Redding in a trade, the Rockies will have another shot. The right-hander will be non-tendered tonight, according to a major league source familiar with this situation.
Rockies general manager Dan O'Dowd said Thursday before leaving the winter meetings that he would pursue Redding if he becomes a free agent. He can begin calling at 10 p.m. MST, when Redding officially hits the street. The right-hander could be a sleeper for the back of the rotation. He won 10 games for a Nationals' club that lost 102.
Redding has long been a target for O'Dowd. He tried to acquire him several years ago when he was a prospect with the Houston Astros. Redding went 10-11 with a 4.95 ERA last season. The Rockies thought they had a deal for Redding earlier this week, involving outfielder Willy Taveras and reliever Juan Morillo. The deal collapsed over Washington's concerns about Morillo's health.
O'Dowd wants to add at least one more starter to provide depth and create competition in spring training. The team has expressed mild interest in Josh Fogg. Redding stands to make much more money than Fogg. He was in line for roughly $3 million in arbitration, a figure Washington deemed too expensive.


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I bought the truck this past spring and with the days getting colder noticed that my heat does not work as it should. Coolant level is fine, the hoses get hot. The truck has very little heat when idling but gives off more as you are driving around. Even full blast while driving around, it never gets warm enough to the point where I would want to take my coat off. I doubt it would even melt away ice. I saw someone else on this site have a similar problem and they said they "flushed" out their heater core and it seemed to work fine after that. Is that a feasible solution or is there something else going on here?
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Control Systems: Central control
Learn more about the different ways we can treat compressed air and the different tools that are used in these processes. Here we talk about the control and monitoring of air compressors.
Compressors Compressed Air Wiki Compressor Control and Data Monitoring Compressor Regulation and Control
Regulation systems are becoming more advanced and fast-paced development offers a variety of new solutions. In addition, all compressors are equipped with some form of monitoring equipment to protect the compressor and prevent production downtime. Let us take a closer look at the technology that makes this possible, starting with transducers.
The transducer is used to sense the current condition of the installation. Information from the transducers is processed by the monitoring system, which gives a signal to an actuator, for example. A transducer for measuring the pressure or temperature often consists of a sensor and a measurement converter. The sensor senses the quantity to be measured. The measurement converter converts the sensor's output signal to an appropriate electrical signal that can be processed by the control system.
A resistance thermometer is normally used to measure the temperature. It features a metal resistor as a transducer whose resistance increases with as temperature increases. The change in resistance is measured and converted to a signal of 4–20 mA. Pt 100 is the most common resistance thermometer. Nominal resistance at 0°C is 100 Ω.
A thermistor is a semiconductor whose resistance changes with the temperature. It can be used as a temperature controller, for example, on an electric motor. PTC, Positive Temperature Coefficient, is the most common type. The PTC has an insignificant change in resistance with increased temperature up to a reference point, where the resistance increases with a jump. The PTC is connected to a controller, which senses this "resistance jump" and gives a signal to stop the motor, for example.
A pressure sensing body, for example, a diaphragm, is used to measure pressure. The mechanical signal from the diaphragm is then converted to an electrical signal, 4–20 mA or 0–5 V. The conversion from a mechanical to an electrical signal can take place in different measurement systems. In a capacitive system, pressure is transferred to a diaphragm. The position of the measurement diaphragm is sensed by a capacitor plate and is converted in a measurement converter to a direct voltage or direct current that is proportional to the pressure. The resistive measurement system consists of a strain gauge connected in a bridge connection and attached to the diaphragm. When the diaphragm is exposed to pressure, a low voltage (mV) is received. This is then amplified to a suitable level. The piezo-electric system is based on specific crystals (e.g. quartz) that generate electric charges on their surfaces. The charges are proportional to the force (pressure) on the surface.
Monitoring equipment is adapted to the type of compressor. This necessarily involves a large range of equipment to suit all types of compressors. A small piston compressor is only equipped with a conventional overload cut-out for the motor, while a large screw compressor can feature a number of cut-outs/transducers for overloading, temperature and pressure, etc. On smaller, more basic machines, the control equipment switches off the compressor and the machine is unable to restart when a cut-out gives an alarm value. A warning lamp can, in some cases, indicate the cause of the alarm. Compressor operations can be followed on a control panel for more advanced compressors, for example, by directly reading the pressure, temperature and status. If a transducer value approaches an alarm limit, the monitoring equipment will issue a warning.
Measures can then be taken before the compressor is switched off. If the compressor is shut down by an alarm, compressor restart is blocked until the fault has been rectified or the compressor is reset manually. Troubleshooting is significantly facilitated on compressors equipped with a memory where data on temperatures, pressure and operating status are logged. The capacity of the memory may cover the last 24 hours. This feature allows trends over the last day to be analyzed and logical troubleshooting to be used to quickly identify the reason for the downtime.
In various compressor installations, there may be a need to monitor and control compressor operations from a remote location. On smaller installations, it is fairly easy to connect an alarm, operating indicator etc. from the compressor. It is also usually possible to perform remote starting and stopping. On larger installations, where significant financial investment is at stake, central monitoring is often desirable. It should consist of equipment that provides a continuous overview of the system, and which also provides access to individual machines in order to control details such as the intercooler pressure, oil temperature etc. The monitoring system should also have a memory in order to produce a log of what has happened over the last 24 hours. The log is used to plot trend curves, which serve to easily identify values that tend to deviate from the default. The curves can form the basis for continuing operations or planning a system stop. The system frequently presents compressor installation status reports at different levels, from a total overview to detailed status for individual machines.
Learn more about the different ways we can treat compressed air and the different tools that are used in these processes. Here we talk about the control and monitoring of air compressors.
There are different ways we can treat compressed air and different tools that are used in these processes. Learn more about comprehensive control in a compressor system.
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"All operating 5 CTUs (INTUC, BMS, AITUC, HMS, CITU), through Joint Action Committee, geared up for the one-day nationwide strike call given by all 11 central trade unions of India on their 12-point charter of demands," Rashtriya Koyla Khadan Mazdoor Sangh said in a statement.
"The operating trade unions in coal industry and common coal workers are against further 10 per cent disinvestment in Coal India Ltd," it said in another statement.
The main demands before the government includes stopping "disinvestment of state/central government/public sector undertakings," and giving pension guarantee to all workers, among others.
Major trade unions of Coal India had earlier opposed any government proposal for 10 per cent stake sale in the PSU and had said that they will soon chalk out a strategy to take their protest forward.
"It would be a difficult proposition for CIL workers and operating CTUs (central trade unions) to cooperate with CIL if the government insists on or proceeds with any further disinvestment in CIL," Indian National Mine Workers' Federation Secretary General S Q Zama had told PTI.
"All the unions functioning in the coal sector are opposing the proposed disinvestment of Coal India," D D Ramanandan, Vice-President of the All India Coal Workers Federation, one of five unions at the company, had earlier said.
He had added that "the real intention of the government is to privatise the coal sector. So, we are opposing it".
In a letter to Coal and Power Minister Piyush Goyal, INTUC had said CTUs are convinced that repeated disinvestment in CIL, which will be now around 30 per cent of the total stake, dilutes the public sector character of the central PSU.
The government will sell 10 per cent stake in Coal India through a public offer, which could fetch over Rs 20,000 crore to the exchequer.
Central trade unions have called for strike on September 2 to protest against the government's proposed labour reforms.