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Really tried to push more today after Sunday's long run, speed is something that I really need to work on this year and I am hoping I can really get used to running at pace. Will be a nice pace on the way home today.
Really pleased with today's first effort of the long run for the year, having done 9 miles the other week and nothing in between, I really feel that I could done a half marathon (albeit not pretty) distance with my fitness where it is currently I am hoping to build on my speed and pace to help get the goals that I want for this year.
On another note, its great knowing that I didn't have to do another 10 miles on top, unlike full marathon distance training where your just getting started.
Firework's, drink and sing song to see in the New Year being completed it's now time to focus on the New Year and to have a think about what I want to achive this year with my running.
Having failed to meet my targets for running last year and have a real late surge after injury I am pretty pleased where I was towards the end with a 6 week pick me up to get back in shape for a half marathon in October which really did help me focus and proved how much I can get done if I put my mind to it. Now with London seeming a distant memory and injury seeming to be all forgotten I will reintroduce my plans for goals for this year.
5k – Under 20 min, 19 min would be ideal
10k – Low 40 mins
Half – In the 1hr 20 something band.
Not entering any full marathon's, well that's the plan so far, this year I am really going to try and focus on the above with the aim on getting to these goals by the end of the year!
Let's see what happens and hoping that I can look back at this post with having achieved them.
Run on 2017 – See what I did there.
New trainers, another pair of New Balance Fresh Foam 1080's whilst also trying out Enertor insoles for the first time after getting them in a special deal from Superdrug. Didn't mean to go as far as I did but you have to take the times when your legs feel good and go for it. Started to flag towards the end but didn't have anything (water/liquid and bloks) with me, so pretty chuffed.
So with a Christmas works party being in London the night before, I take the opportunity to go for a nice run around London before heading back on the train.
This run was very nice indeed with the temp being perfect and not many being around at that time of the morning, a bonus in being able to re-run some of the Marathon route also.
Plus I was able to complete the 500 mile's on these shoes and nice end to their service.
Nice and easy for the run home, this could be it now till the London Marathon


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Foothills Exploration, Inc. to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences
DENVER, March 10, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Foothills Exploration, Inc. (OTCQB:FTXP) (the "Company" or "Foothills"), an independent oil and gas exploration and production company engaged in the acquisition and development of properties in the Rockies and Gulf Coast, today announced that management will participate in the 29th Annual ROTH Conference in Dana Point, CA, the IPAA OGIS New York Conference and The MicroCap Conference in New York, NY.
|29th Annual ROTH Conference
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Please view Foothills Exploration's website, http://ir.foothillspetro.com/ for additional information and available webcast of presentations.
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Foothills Exploration, Inc. (OTCQB:FTXP), based in Denver, Colorado, is a growth stage oil and gas exploration and production (E&P) company with focus and expertise in acquisition and development of onshore and offshore properties. The Company's assets are located across well-established plays in the Rocky Mountain and Gulf Coast regions. Please visit the Foothills website at http://ir.foothillspetro.com/.
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For the information of many, one of the most common thing that is observed to be happening when a person has installed water filtration system into their homes is the fact that they are the ones who are using one or more of the water filters listed down below. The very first water filter that we will be introducing to you is the simple faucet filter and as what its name implies, a simple faucet filter is a kind of filter wherein it is attached to the faucet and then filters the water as it comes out. One good thing that comes from having the simple faucet filter is the fact that this is very budget friendly as it does not cost expensively and also, it is much easier to install. Other than the aforementioned simple faucet filter, another water filter that we will be introducing to you is a water filter that can be directly hooked into the plumbing of the house – normally at places like the bottom of the kitchen sink. And the last but definitely not the least type of water filter that we will be introducing to you is the portable filter and this special type of water filter is one that fits perfectly into a cup, a pitcher or any other portable container out there.
When it comes to choosing for the right water filtration system that you can install into your home, there are actually so many important factors that you need to take into consideration such as the number of impurities that needs to be cleared, the type of impurities that is present in the water, and the budget that the homeowner has. The main reason why the cost of the water filtration system varies is because of the many factors that affects it like the type of filtration being used by the system itself, the quality of the system and also, the brand of the water filtration.
Before you come up with a decision when it comes to the water filtration system that you will be installing into your home, what you need to do first is known about the price of the replacement of filter mediums or cartridges that you may need to use. This is a very important thing that you need to do and you must not forget about that.


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Best Background Check Services for 2020
Most people know that information and data are hugely valuable and desirable commodities in this day and age. But did you know just how much information about everyone is freely and publicly available? Public data records exist on just about every citizen in the USA and the information they contain is openly available to everyone. The difficulty is in trying to access these records. There are millions of them and getting to the data you need on your own can be a long and complicated process.
Best Background Check Services 2018
How we identified our recommendations
There is no shortage of companies on the market that claim to offer the best Background Check Services, so finding the best company to suit your specific needs can be difficult. That's where this article can help. We have done the legwork for you and taken a look at all of the main Background Check Service providers to see which offer the best all-round service for their clients. In seeking to pick the best from the rest, we have applied the following main criteria:
- A full range of background checks – some companies offer a more comprehensive search than others, so we have sought out those which offer the widest possible range.
- Proper research –there are some charlatans out there who will claim to do a proper job but actually produce little more than the results of a quick internet search. All our recommended providers so their research properly.
- Accurate and comprehensible reports –There is no point employing a Background Check company if the report they provide for you makes no sense. We have identified those companies which offer easy-to-understand, accurate, and readable reports.
- Search Customization – The best background Check Companies allow you tonarrow down your research by entering as much detail as you have available. This helps to ensure you get information on the right person and is a vital tool, especially in the case of common names.
- Ease-of-Use – Some Background Check services can be easier to use than others. Most will provide a dashboard to enable you to access the data that has been compiled easily. But some of these dashboards are easier to use than others, so we have tried to identify those that offer the best possible customer experience.
- Good Customer Support –The best Background Check companies will offer their clients an effective customer support service and reliable lines of communication.
- Mobile apps –This is the 21stcentury after all and most people want to be able to access their data on mobile devices. So, all our recommended providers offer mobile apps as standard.
Background checking is not a precise science, so we cannot absolutely guarantee that all of our recommended Background Check companies will get everything right every time. But we have used these core criteria to identify those companies which offer the best and most reliable possible service at the moment and which, in testing, have always delivered positive results. On that basis, we have narrowed the field down to four providers which we believe offer the Best Background Check Services 2018:
1. BeenVerified
BeenVerified it's a Background Check provider which offers a comprehensive research service and impressive results. Their prices are generally a little higher than Intelius and their pricing structure is a little more complicated too. For their standard rates, you can expect them to take minimal information, such as a person's name, email address, or phone number, and search through financial records, property reports, social media photographs, criminal records and convictions, address history, and the names of known relatives.
If you are willing to pay a little more for their premium service, BeenVerified can dig even deeper. They too can send a runner to courthouses to seek out more detailed criminal records and at their Premium rate, you can expect as comprehensive a report as it is possible to get. They have great apps available for iOS and Android devices too, plus a customer support service that operates long hours, seven days a week, and can be accessed via email or phone.
2. Instant CheckMate
Instant CheckMate pops up a window warning you that Background Checks can throw up shocking information. Of course, this is what many people are hoping to find so this makes their service even more alluring. But there is more to CheckMate that such clever marketing gimmicks though. Their service lets you search by full or even partial name, as well as last known location.
The basic CheckMate service is a little limited and will only search for sex offender status, criminal records, marriage and divorce records, details of relatives, address history, and any public social media profiles. If you want to access such details as financial history, court records, driving licenses and weapons licenses, you will need to pay for their premium plan. They are also a little on the pricy side compared to some of their rivals, but their reports are easy to access and their customer service, which is available around the clock on phone or email, is great. They only have an app for Android devices right now, but CheckMate is still a Background Check service that's well worth considering.
3. TruthFinder
Last, but by no means least on our list of recommended Background Check Companies for 2018 is Truthfinder. They offer another comprehensive research service that covers just about every public record you can think of. Truthfinder claims to search through millions of public records and can provide such information as contact details, current and previous addresses, criminal and court records, driving records, personal information, and details of known relatives.
They also offer a deep web research service too which claims to probe through more online and social media records than any of their competitors. Meanwhile, their premium report can also offer you details of a person's education history, voter registration records, weapons and other licenses held, and much more besides. Truthfinder's pricing is around the median for the Background Check's industry, with many other companies charging more, but some also available for less too. They only have an Android app at the moment too, which is a shame, but they do also offer round the clock customer support, which is provided on a toll-free number too. If you want access to a detailed and reliable Background Check, Truthfinder is another company well worth considering.
4. Intelius
Their extensive research includes a criminal records check, a reverse phone number lookup service, and a public records people search. They gather together information to tell you about a person's criminal records, their financial history, property records, educational history, and much more besides. Their attention to detail is impressive and they have already completed more than 50 million background checks for satisfied customers from across the USA.
As well as the usual online searches, Intelius also have a human element to their research too. They can also send an individual to search through non-digitized records in criminal and civil courthouses to make sure nothing slips through the net. The Intelius online dashboard is a neatly designed and easy-to-use tool and they have a fine reputation for producing reports that are easy to follow and highly accurate. They have dedicated apps available for Android and iOS devices too as well as a comprehensive customer service team who can be contacted via email, on the phone, or through their online troubleshooter service.
What is an Online Background Check?
An Online Background Check is a service which searches all publically available information and collates this into an easy-to-understand report. It is a process that pulls together legally-stored and publically available information from a whole host of different sources into a single place and makes it available quickly and easily to users. There is, of course, nothing to stop individuals from seeking out all of this information themselves. But the process would take many hours of hard work and there is a skill in being able to find the right information for your needs.
This is where Background Checking companies come in. They employ the latest technologies to scour all of these sources of information automatically and pull together every available bit of information fast. They will communicate with their customers along the way to make sure they are getting the right data and then provide a straightforward report which distills all of this information into an easily-digestible format which tells you everything you need to know.
Where do Background Checking Companies source their information?
Every Background checking company is different, and each will use a slightly different set of sources when compiling their reports. Many will also use different sources depending on the nature of what their customers are looking for. But broadly speaking, they will all research the same type of places for information that is freely and legally in the public domain and available to be accessed.
These will include sources as diverse as criminal records, education records, credit check records, driving records, social security data, litigation records (to reveal details of any legal proceedings they were involved in), archive records, personal references, and any information that has been posted online. This data could take many days to source on your own, but Background Check companies have the tools to access it fast.
Why are some Background Checks free and others have to be paid for?
Everybody loves a bargain, so it is no surprise that the idea of a free background Check is an attractive one. But the reality is that if you want to carry out a comprehensive background check on somewhere, there is always going to be a fee involved. This is because, although some local and state records can be accessed for free, any nationally retained data requires the payment of a fee in order to be accessed.
A Background Check Company also has its owns costs to cover too. The technology required to get to all of the data needed is pretty advanced and does not come cheap. They also have their own costs and overheads to consider as well. Prices can vary significantly between Background Check companies, but we would not necessarily recommend users always opt for the cheapest option. In general, the higher the fee, the more comprehensive a report you are likely to receive, so choosing the right company can depend on the level of detail you want to know about your target. A free Background Check will tell you some things about them you didn't already know, but it is highly unlikely to provide you with the full picture.
When can I use a Background Check?
Some readers might be questioning the morality of hiring a company to research an individual and provide you with personal information about someone else. But it is important to realise that these Background Check Companies are not accessing any information that is not already readily available and in the public domain. They research publically available data and compile it into reports. They do not undertake any nefarious activities to covertly gather information about people without their knowledge.
Having said that, there are some scenario's where it is not permitted to use a Background Check and it is important that anyone who uses these services is aware of these rules up front. Most Background Check Companies will make these rules clear on the websites and in their terms and conditions. But some are more transparent than others, so all customers should be aware of these restrictions in advance.
Background Checks can be used for…
It's ok to use a Background Check Company in the following scenarios:
- Finding out more about your new neighbors
- Looking into your new date
- Seeking out long-lost friends or relatives
- Finding out who it is that keeps calling your phone
- Identifying for sex offenders in your community
- Looking into publically available information about yourself
Background Checks cannot be used for…
It is not ok to use a Background Check Company in the following scenarios:
- Researching future employees without their permission– This is illegal under the the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). If you want to research a potential employee you must obtain written permission from them before doing so.
- Looking into the background of domestic workers – This is also illegal under the FCRA without first obtaining written permission.
- Checking if someone is eligible for credit, insurance, scholarships, or grants – also illegal under the FCRA
- Identifying suitable tenants for a property to be rented out – also illegal under the FCRA.
If you do try to use a Background Check company for one of these purposes, you should be aware that if caught, you could face legal repercussions including potentially having to pay significant damages to the person you have looked into.
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$29M award continues work CACI has done for Joint Staff since 2002
CACI International Inc. will provide financial management support to the Defense Department under a four-year task order worth $29 million.
The prime contract, awarded under the Navy's SeaPort Enhanced (SeaPort-e) contract, calls for CACI to assist DOD's Joint Staff Comptroller by providing new financial management functions through a suite of integrated systems, according to a company statement today.
The JS Comptroller manages all financial resources of the Joint Staff, including planning, programming, budgeting and financial execution, and oversees the JS internal management control and quality management programs.
The comptroller also is the primary adviser for financial and acquisition initiatives to the DOD's Joint Staff Director and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
CACI will use Momentum, a financial management solution that is commercially available, to streamline JS processes that will provide real-time budget updates and reduce data entry, general ledger and financial statements.
The upgrade also will boost visibility of resources across the Joint Staff, enabling informed and rapid decision-making, CACI said.
This award also calls for installing procurement and acquisition capabilities in addition to the financial resources and expertise already in place.
CACI has been providing financial services support to the comptroller since 2002, company officials said.
CACI International, of Arlington, Va., ranks No. 20 on Washington Technology's 2009 Top 100 list of the largest federal government prime contractors.
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Fast-growing Amazon is cutting hundreds of staffers as the Seattle-based company makes adjustments in its core consumer retail business.
"As part of our annual planning process, we are making headcount adjustments across the company – small reductions in a couple of places and aggressive hiring in many others," the company said in a statement provided to GeekWire. "For affected employees, we work to find roles in the areas where we are hiring."
About 500 people are losing their jobs, though those impacted were offered other positions inside the company, a source tells GeekWire.
Citing several unnamed employees, The Seattle Times reports that the layoffs occurred due to the accelerated growth of the past few years, which resulted in a situation where some teams were over budget. It also reported that senior executives at Amazon were looking to reinforce the company's leadership principle related to frugality, which has long been a tenet of Amazon.
"Accomplish more with less. Constraints breed resourcefulness, self-sufficiency and invention. There are no extra points for growing headcount, budget size or fixed expense," reads Amazon's frugality leadership principle.
Cutbacks are unusual for Amazon, which recently reported worldwide employee headcount of 566,000. That marked an addition of 24,100 people in the fourth quarter alone. Amazon employs more than 40,000 people in the Seattle area at its ever-expanding headquarters in the South Lake Union and Denny Triangle neighborhoods. It continues to hire aggressively in Seattle, with 4,044 job openings across various units. The company also committed to about one million square feet of new office space in Seattle in the past six months, including the Rainier Tower and Macy's building.
The cutbacks come as Amazon searches for a second North American corporate headquarters, dubbed HQ2, recently narrowing the field to a list of 20 remaining cities in the U.S. and Canada. The company has announced plans to cut other positions recently, including 58 jobs, mostly in customer service in South Carolina, at its self-publishing unit Createspace, as well as about 30 jobs at online shopping site Zappos.
Amazon is coming off one of its strongest holiday shopping periods ever, resulting in a robust earnings report on February 1. It posted $60.5 billion in net sales during the fourth quarter of 2017, resulting in profits of $1.9 billion. Its market value now stands at $667 billion, making it one of the most valuable companies on the planet. The stock is up Monday morning, trading up more than 3 percent at $1,386.
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DCAN 14: Siting and Design of Radio Telecommunication Equipment
A passive electrical component which can transmit and receive radio waves.
Reduction in strength of a radio signal as a result of atmospheric absorption, obstruction by buildings etc.
Base Station
A fixed radio transmitter/receiver which electronically relays signals to and from handsets and other data terminals. Generally taken to include all the component of the development - the antenna, mast or supporting structure, equipment housing, cable runs, fencing, planting, landscaping, access, power supply and land lines.
Broadband Services
Services in which the bandwidth is sufficient to carry large volumes of data.
Code System Operator
An operator of a telecommunications system under Schedule 2 of the Telecommunications Act 1984, known as the 'Telecommunications Code'.
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This term covers minor works which, in relative terms, may not have a material effect on the external appearance of the building or structure on which they are installed. As a result they may not come within the legal definition of development and hence not require planning permission. Where such minor works are proposed to a listed building, however, listed building consent may still be required.
Directional Antenna
Any antenna which picks up or radiates antenna signals better in one direction than another.
2G, the second generation or GSM is the technology currently used in the operation of mobile phones.
3G or third generation is the generic term used for the next generation of mobile communications systems. The new systems will enhance the services available today and will offer multimedia and internet access and the ability to view video footage. The third generation technology used in the UK is called UMTS. These services operate at 2200 MHz. (2.2GHz).
First generation mobile phone technology which was phased out in the UK in 2001 with the introduction of second generation technology (GSM).
A structure which protects transmitters and receivers from damage. They can be in the form of large cabins or smaller cabinets.
A geographic area of coverage that a radio base stations covers.
Feeder cable
The co-axial cable which connects an antenna to a base station transmitter or receiver.
Frequency is the number of times per second at which an electromagnetic wave oscillates. It determines the wave's properties and usage. Frequencies are measured in hertz (Hz). 1 Hz is one oscillation per second, 1 kHz a thousand, 1 MHz is a million and 1GHz is a thousand million. Frequencies between 30 kHz and 300 GHz are widely used for telecommunication, including broadcast radio and television, and comprise the radio frequency band. Mobile telephone systems currently operate at 900MHz and 1800MHz.
GSM - Global System for Mobile Communications or Groupe Speciale Mobile is the international, pan-European operating standard for the current generation of digital cellular mobile communications. It enables mobile phones to be used across national boundaries. GSM systems are operated by mm02 and Vodafone at 900 and 1800 MHz, and by One2One and Orange at 1800MHz.
The International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) is an independent scientific body which has produced an international set of guidelines for public exposure to radio frequency waves. These guidelines were recommended in the Stewart Report and adopted by the Government. The mobile network operators have accepted these guidelines and work within them.
A macrocell provides the largest area of coverage within a mobile network. The antennas for macrocells can be mounted on ground-based masts, rooftops or other existing structures. They must be positioned at a height that is not obstructed by terrain or buildings. Macrocells provide radio coverage over varying distances depending on the frequency used, the number of calls made and the physical terrain. Macrocell base stations have a typical power output in tens of watts.
A ground-based structure that supports antennas at a height where they can satisfactorily send and receive radio waves. A typical mast is 15m high, and of steel lattice or tubular steel construction. New slimmer versions of masts are now available which can be painted to blend in with their surroundings, disguised as trees or used in conjunction with street lighting. Masts themselves play no part in the transmission of the radio waves.
Microcells provide additional coverage and capacity where there are high numbers of users within urban and suburban macrocells. The antennas for microcells are mounted at street level, typically on the external walls of existing structures, lamp-posts and other street furniture. Microcell antennas are smaller than macrocell antennas and when mounted on existing structures can often by disguised as building features. Microcells provide radio coverage over distances, typically between 300m and 1000m and have lower output powers compared to macrocells, usually a few watts.
The National Radiological Protection Board (NRPB) has two main functions: to advance knowledge about the protection of mankind from radiation hazards and to provide information and advice to persons in the UK with responsibilities relating to protection from radiation hazards. The NRPB has produced a set of national guidelines for public exposure to Radio Frequency waves. These have the same scientific foundation as the ICNIRP guidelines.
A picocell provides more localised coverage than a microcell. These are normally found inside buildings where coverage is poor or there are a high number of users such as airport terminals, train stations or shopping centres.
Stub Mast
A roof-mounted mast structure which supports multiple antennas at a height where it can satisfactorily send and receive radio waves. A stub mast is typically 4m - 6m high and of steel lattice construction. Stub masts themselves play no part in the transmission of radio waves.
Electronic equipment that generates radio frequency electromagnetic energy and is connected to an antenna via a feeder cable.
Wavelength is the distance in metres between any two 'similar' points on a radio wave. This portion of the wave is referred to as one complete cycle. The lower the frequency of a wave the longer the wavelength.


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By Annette Covarrubias
A select group of lucky kids had quite an experience at this year's E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo), where Nintendo hosted the very first Kids Corner. Visitors had the exclusive opportunity to preview nine never-before-seen titles for the Wii U console and Nintendo 3DS family.
Tsunekazu Ishihara, president and CEO of The Pokémon Company, came by and demonstrated Pokémon Art Academy, which is scheduled to launch in October. In this game, players will take on the role of aspiring artists and learn to draw Pokémon.
But the fun didn't end there. Super Mario Bros. and Legend of Zelda creator Shigeru Miyamoto and Yoshi games creator Takashi Tezuka stopped by and challenged some of the kids to play!
It's no doubt that Nintendo made its mark at this year's Expo. It was great to see that a classic video game like Super Mario Bros. still resonates across generations. Visit www.nintendo.com for the latest updates on newly released games.


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Dr. Shravan Subramanyam is Managing Director for Roche Diagnostics India & Neighboring Markets, comprising Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bhutan.
Dr. Subramanyam joins Roche with over 15 years of corporate healthcare experience. A physician, with a passion for diagnostics, he is particularly keen on exploring 'personalized healthcare', with the goal of providing the right treatment for the right group of patients.
His career spans leadership roles in global healthcare organisations, including Novartis Oncology (New Jersey, USA), Novartis Diagnostics (Hong Kong) and Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics (USA & India). He also briefly managed Ehrlich Laboratory, a private diagnostic center based in Chennai, India.
In addition to a degree in medicine from Madras Medical College, Dr. Subramanyam also holds a Masters' degree in Health Administration at Cornell University, where he served on the alumni board.
At Roche Diagnostics India, he is keen to consistently bring alive Roche's global philosophy of 'Doing Now What Patients Need Next'. Roche's diagnostics solutions in India spans screening to diagnosis, prognosis and monitoring of disease areas including cancer, women's health, blood safety and cardio-vascular, thereby addressing the diagnostic needs to almost all of India's key health focus areas.


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Monday- Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Late hours available. Call to schedule your appointment today!
We want to be your medical and dental home. Our dedicated and patient-focused medical staff provides a wide range of health care services for acute and chronic health conditions. Call today 763-8112.
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Our main advertising challenge was to raise awareness of the ENO and the distinctive qualities of its major productions in a crowded advertising category, typified by posters produced using low quality stills imagery. Not surprisingly the second challenge was to improve the advertising production values on a limited budget.
Our approach was simple. We worked with the team at ENO to understand the 'ENO'ness' of each show, and then developed concepts that dramatised that character, whilst also giving a sense of what the visitor might actually see on stage during the opera.
For example, Otello is essentially about the mental disintergration of the lead character and the show was performed amongst architectural ruins. This fed directly into the creative execution you can see here below.
The Summer production of 'Cose Fan Tutte', was set in a funfair and had a distinctly pulp fiction feel about it and so we developed a print and digital campaign that focussed on the seaside kitsch of the show. To further evoke that feeling we enlisted the talents of the top book-jacket illustrator Sam Hadley.
To make the most of the budget we drew on the ENO in-house wardrobe, make-up and styling team.
In the space of a year we have produced approximately a campaign a month, continuing to unearth product truths and push creative and production standards.


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Cities for Climate Protection
The Northfield City Council unanimously passed a resolution (see p. 52) on December 5, 2005 committing the city to participation in the international Cities for Climate Protection Campaign (CCPC). This was done at the recommendation of the city's Environmental Quality Commission (EQC), which had passed a resolution encouraging the council to do so on October 18, 2005.
RENew Northfield proposed Northfield's participation in the CCPC to the EQC at its October 18 meeting. (See the October 19 CCPC news item on the RENew Northfield home page.) Participation commits the city to the CCPC's five-step process that "allows local governments to understand how municipal decisions affect energy use and how these decisions can be used to mitigate global climate change while improving community quality of life. The CCPC methodology provides a simple, standardized way of acting to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and of monitoring, measuring, and reporting performance."
The summary prepared by city staff and submitted to the City Council along with the resolution included the following language:
"The EQC envisions leading the initiative with its members, recruiting volunteers, and establishing cooperative relationships with RENew Northfield and possibly the colleges in undertaking completion of the designated steps."
RENew Northfield looks forward to working with the EQC and other community partners to develop an aggressive plan to reduce the community's greenhouse gas emissions in the coming years. This promises to provide an excellent framework for broad-ranging community conversations concerning how to best move rapidly toward energy self-sufficiency based on more-efficient use of energy and local renewable energy development.
If you would like to get involved in the CCPC as a volunteer, contact RENew Northfield by phone or email.


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Huge portions with chicken that falls off the bone or thinly sliced barbecue meat serve with rice, potatoes, and mote are what you might get in a typical restaurant in Cuenca. Instead of a basket filled with bread, you will get mote.
Mote, also known as hominy, is a cooked white corn. This type of grain grows in the highlands of Ecuador. It is white and larger than the usual kernels of corn we get in American supermarkets.
Mote pillo is a little different from mote. It is hominy stir-fried with eggs, onion, and garlic.
On our first day in Banos de Cuenca, our Airbnb's host brought us to his favorite restaurant - El Rincon del Sabor. It is located about a five-minute walk from to the popular Piedra de Agua Hot Springs and Spa. For $6.50 we had a big plate of mote pillo, barbecue pork (carne asada), mashed potatoes, salad and a few slices of avocado. A dish more than enough for two people.
Note: Ecuador uses the US dollars.
We had lunch twice at El Rincon del Sabor. In both occasions, we ordered the carne asada (barbecue pork). The second visit we were a little more adventurous. We asked for morocho. Morocho is a typical Ecuadorian drink made of milk, corn, cinnamon, and sugar, just like a milkshake.
My son liked seco de pollo, a stewed chicken with rice dish. Seco de pollo is also widely served in Lima, Arequipa and Cusco in Peru.
I learned about tinto during my first visit to El Rincon del Sabor in Banos de Cuenca. When I asked for coffee, the server didn't use the word 'cafe' instead he said 'tinto.' Tinto means ink. So coffee is basically tinto in El Rinocn del Sabor. Some locals said tinto is inferior coffee and is usually cheaper than cafe. It tasted like watered down coffee and had no aroma of coffee.
Another typical Cuencana restaurant is El Tequila in Cuenca. Our friend Santiago from Cuenca said for the last 33 years this restaurant have been serving the same food. It was here that I discovered choclo con queso (white corn on cob with cheese), habas (boiled fava beans) and Ecuadorian white cheese that tasted and looked like tofu. Of course we had mote pillo with our favorite carne asada (barbecued meat) and seco de pollo.
Ecuadorian restaurants serve a variety of fresh juices. One of our favorite juices is mora. Mora juice is dark red, tart and slightly sweet in flavor. It is made from Ecuadorian local blackberries.
If you like hotdogs, you would love salchipapas. Salchipapas are fried hotdogs with french fries eaten with ketchup and mayo. You can find salchipapas in restaurants, cafes and food markets in Ecuador.
Unlike the Brazilian, Argentinian and Uruguayan churrasco, when you order Ecuadorian churrasco you get a big plate of rice, french fries, steak, pieces of pickled vegetables and beans topped with a fried egg. Some restaurants add a piece of plantain as well.
You can't leave Ecuador or South America without trying their empanadas. Cuenca's empanadas are different from the Chilean, Uruguayan and Argentinian. Theirs are puffed up empanadas with thin dough dusted with sugar. Inside the empanadas you will find a little melted cheese. Each of these cost 30 cents in Banos de Cuenca.
There are a variety of food for all types of budget in Cuenca. What's your favorite local food in Cuenca?
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Missing Link NEW trailer plus, release date, cast, and more - All you need to know
MISSING LINK is the latest stop-motion animated movie form the studio that brought you Coraline. Here's the brand new trailer, plus all you need to know on release date, cast, and plot.
Missing Link's humour title may very well fly right over kids' heads. But the stop-motion animated feature will be sure to entertain them nonetheless. From Laika, the studio that brought you ParaNorman, The Boxtrolls and Kubo and the Two Strings, Missing Link features an inimitable voice cast.
What is the Missing Link movie release date?
The brand new trailer has been released today, and you can watch it here at Express.co.uk
Unfortunately for fans tantalised by the trailer, Missing Link is still a ways away.
The UK will get the stop-motion movie on April 5, 2019.
Those in America will have to wait even longer, until April 12, 2018.
Missing Link: The stop motion animated movie is out next Spring
What is the plot of the Missing Link movie?
Laika's official plot synopsis of Missing LInk reads: "The charismatic Sir Lionel Frost considers himself to be the world's foremost investigator of myths and monsters.
"The trouble is none of his small-minded high-society peers seems to recognize this.
"Sir Lionel's last chance for acceptance by the adventuring elite rests on travelling to America's Pacific Northwest to prove the existence of a legendary creature.
"A living remnant of Man's primitive ancestry. The Missing Link."
Who is in the cast of the Missing Link movie?
Hugh Jackman lends his voice to the explorer, Sir Lionel Frost.
Zoe Saldana voices Adelina Fortnight, a fellow adventurer searching for the missing link.
Zach Galifianakis voices the creature, Mr Link.
Other voice actors include Stephen Fry, Emma Thompson, Timothy Olyphant, Matt Lucas, David Walliams, Ching Valdez-Aran, Amrita Acharia.
Is there a trailer for the Missing Link movie?
Yes, the brand new trailer is available to watch here.
There is also a new poster released ahead of the movie's debut.
Missing Link is out in cinemas on April 5, 2019.


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The Nobbies – Explore Phillip Island
From the incredible coastlines to the fascinating wildlife, Phillip Island in Victoria has a plethora of activities and sights to offer its visitors. Located just 90-minutes south-east of Melbourne this incredible island plays host to some of the world's most breathtaking scenery and makes for a perfect day trip during your time in Melbourne.
Many people visit this amazing island to watch the adorable Penguin Parade take place on the western beaches at dusk, as one after another of these little birds waddle their way up the sand to settle down in their burrows for the night. What this means, though, is that many people don't take the chance to explore the western tip of the island during the day, and they are really missing out!
The western tip of Phillip island is known as Point Grant but is more commonly called The Nobbies because of the curious dome-shaped rock formations in the shallows. There is a 1km boardwalk along the shoreline which allows you to enjoy the spectacular sights that this area has to offer as you take a stroll beside the ocean at your own pace. You'll even be able to enjoy the fiery orange sunset as it illuminates the rocky shores in its warm glow before making your way just a few kilometres east to enjoy the Penguin Parade.
Little penguins, however, are not the only animals that this area is known for, The Nobbies is also home to Australia's largest fur seal colony. With over 16 000 seals inhabiting the waters of Phillip Island's west coast, a visit will be sure to reward you with the view of hundreds of these animals as the sunbathe lazily on the rocks. To get a closer look at the seals you will be able to book a wildlife tour which will take you 1.5km out to sea to The Nobbies seal rocks, here you will have a wonderful time watching them flopping about on the rocks and swirling through the clear waters beneath the boat.
Once you've drunk your fill of The Nobbie's wildlife, you will be able to visit the Nobbies Information Centre, a sleek and modern building which houses a unique experience. Inside you will be transported on the world's first virtual Antarctic journey, this interactive experience will fully immerse you in an icy wonderland.
With so much to do and see at The Nobbies, there is no doubt that this destination in particular will be the highlight of your trip to Phillip Island.
Check out the Phillip Island Tour.


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Mr The Killer
Page vérifiée Créé le 28 mars 2018 Contact
- Qui je suis et quel type de contenu je produis ?
Mhi mhiii! I am Seb Luca, artist and computer scientist. I recently made the retro FPS "Mr The Killer". It is available on www.mrthekiller.com.
This crazy game is a retro FPS with a very slight RPG dimension. You play the character of "The Killer": an autistic hitman disguised as Death.
Your boat sank and the ocean current carried you to the nearby shores. These are, unfortunately, those of a country where you are wanted for past misdeeds. You will have to show courage, skill and a lot of nerve to get you out of this bad situation, to successfully lead The Killer to a country where he can escape his pursuers.
- Pourquoi suis-je sur Tipeee ?
Thank you for your interest in the video game "Mr The Killer" :D The game is free, I offered my work with pleasure, but do not hesitate to leave me a small gift, It's always nice :3
You can also make a gift for my 2D trilogy with the same main character : "Le Tueur" (www.le-tueur.com). I thank you so much <3
- Quelles sont les contreparties pour les tipeurs ?
If your donations should be surprising, I promise you some presents for MTK...


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Paris, August 10, 2010
President Sarkozy welcomed Saad Hariri, Prime Minister of Lebanon, to his family residence in Cap Nègre (Var) for a meeting at the end of the day lasting one and a half hours.
In the context of the traditional friendship uniting our two countries, the Head of State and Lebanese Prime Minister talked about Franco-Lebanese bilateral relations and the situation in the Middle East.
A few days after the serious incidents on the Israeli-Lebanese border, President Sarkozy emphasized that everything had to be done to avoid new tensions. With the main regional and international actors, France will continue to support the Lebanese authorities and democratic institutions and back efforts in favour of Lebanon's stability, security and sovereignty./.


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Former Cutler Bay Mayor Ed MacDougall successfully fought and helped stop the Miami Dolphins' now-defunct push for a subsidized stadium renovation. As a known conservative leader and police officer willing to fight for reform, MacDougall proved an effective voice in stopping the giveaway of taxpayer money in South Dade for the stadium as another example of officials backing donors over constituents.
MacDougall also served two combat tours in Vietnam. Ed is a former member of the U.S. Army's Special Forces, Green Beret, "Airborne".
The Miami Herald credited MacDougall with traveling to the State Capitol in Tallahassee with his ally Norman Braman to speak against the Dolphins' proposal and successfully rallying public sentiment against the funding the stadium. Legislators listened and sided with the people by not approving the Dolphins-backed legislation.
MacDougall was elected mayor in 2010 after four years as vice-mayor. He was able to bring a high school to Cutler Bay (a town of about 40,000) and join with neighboring cities to form a green corridor. This was implemented by letting property owners in those municipalities qualify for low-interest financing to install energy-saving equipment such as solar panels, which MacDougall himself installed.


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SpaceTT: Astronomers discover largest objects in known universe
Astronomers find largest object in universe, millions of times larger than our galaxy
A multinational team of astronomers have discovered the largest objects in the known universe. In research led by the University of Central Lancashire, the team recently observed a large quasar group comprised of dozens of highly energetic "star-like" objects.
Each object averages about 500 Megaparsecs, with the entire group being close to 1,200 Megaparsecs at its widest point. If that makes no sense to you, the distance between our Milky Way, and our closest neighboring galaxy, Andromeda, is about 0.75 Megaparsecs. If this new object was within 100 light-years of Earth, it would dominate the entire night sky. For those who are curious, 1 Megaparsec equals 3,261,633.44 light years.
This discovery will have huge implications on the study of cosmology. Einstein's Cosmological Principal states that the universe looks the same regardless of the observation point when viewed at a large enough scale. If you combine this principal with modern theories, we shouldn't be able to find objects larger than 370Mpc. This new quasar group is not the first to question Einstein's theory either. Other smaller objects have been discovered that add weight to the challenge.
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Horse Racing
Dancing Giraffe are delighted to announce that both Cottenham and Chelmsford City racecourses have agreed to have their fixtures and disabled facilities publicised on our website. We hope that these racecourses will be the first of many to be listed on the site.
Chelmsford City Racecourse
Address: Chelmsford City Racecourse, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 1QP.
How can I get to the racecourse?
Where can I find information on upcoming race fixtures?
How can I contact the racecourse?
Follow Racecourse on: Website, Twitter, Facebook
After a six year wait, racing has now returned to the Chelmsford City racecourse. Following a huge investment, the venue is now equipped with an all-weather track, new grandstand and is also the first in the country to hold night races. The British Horseracing Authority appears to have been suitably impressed with these alterations and have officially granted the track 58 fixtures for the 2015 season. Located in Great Leighs, five miles north of Chelmsford, the track is close to the A131 and A120 and has a free car park which includes 30 spaces for disabled people (Blue Badges must be displayed). Entrance to the venue is via a level floored building and you can carry on to the centre of the course via a pedestrian tunnel and a sloped winding path approximately 130 metres in length. There are rest stops on this path every 50 metres and once at the centre, any area not at ground level can be reached by lift or ramp. There are several disabled toilets located around the ground and also a dedicated viewing area next to the main grandstand, this is manned by stewards at all times and chairs are available on request. Personal assistants are allowed in free of charge; however please contact the venue's sales team prior to your visit to arrange entry. Certain areas of the course operate a strict dress code, to read more on this please click here.
The Chelmsford City Racecourse website has a page providing in depth information on accessibility, to see it please click here.
Cottenham Racecourse
Address: Cottenham Racecourse, Cambridge CB5 9JE.
How can I get to the racecourse?
Where can I find information on upcoming race fixtures?
Where can I find information on ticket prices?
How can I contact the racecourse?
Follow the racecourse on: Website, Facebook
Situated just north of Cambridge, Cottenham Racecourse is home to many Point-to-Point meetings throughout the winter months. With racing fixtures taking place as far back as the 1860s and countless visits from Royalty ever since that time, Cottenham has a long and proud tradition of horseracing which looks set to continue for many years yet. The course is equipped with a viewing platform for wheelchair users and preferential parking spaces can be provided if you contact the course organisers in advance. Please bear in mind that due to the nature of Point-to-Point in general, bad weather can make it difficult to get around the course so it is wise to check both the forecast and the course website/facebook page before you attend a fixture.
Both Chelmsford City and Cottenham racecourses have given us permission to host links to their websites
This page is kept up to date as much as possible, however factors such as bad weather can cause fixtures to be postponed or changed at late notice, so we would advise you to check the racecourse's website or social media accounts if you are in any doubt.
If you contact the racecourses, we would appreciate it if you could mention that you saw their details on the Dancing Giraffe website.


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Durably alleviate poverty through early childhood-development activities for children from underprivileged neighbourhoods.
> Mother & child activities to strengthen parent-child relationships
> Childhood protection
> Avoid developmental delays
> Support and train young isolated mothers, on subjects such as nutrition, hygiene, vaccination…
> Training of local public and private actors
< Mumbai. Beneficiary child in an early childhood workshop in Pimpripada
Close link with beneficiary families. In addition to educational and early childhood activities, home visits help guide parents in their role as primary educators, better understand their situation and offer a more adapted support.
In 2015, 2,311 mothers and their babies aged 0 to 2 years old participated in early childhood activities.
Partners in Madagascar: KOZAMA, KOLOAINA, VAHATRA, MAMPITA.
Partners in India: ALERT India, KGST
> Short documentary filmed in 2015 about mother-child workshops with the KOZAMA NGO


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Happy new year, I hope it's good for you. For the past few years, and like many others on the planet, I have chosen a word for the year. It's a focal point, a little aide memoir to keep me on track. I print it out and keep it handy.
I began last year putting things into place. As I did this, other things fell into place. Those who manifest out there would say that's how the universe works, those who believe in a Protestant work ethic would say it vindicates an individual's hard work. It's possible that both are different sides of the same reality. In the end, a lot changed for me during 2018.
As I enter 2019, the blocks are in place. I have new, and more, goals and the tools to achieve them. What I achieved last year will enable me to grow more this.
I have therefore chosen, as my word for 2019 founded.
Far too often my actions are paralysed by dreaming, waiting for the future and saying things like I can do this, or that when I have x,y or z. But this year I can and will focus on what I can achieve now.
- I am here and ready
I am founded like a city, an institution or some other event. Founded represents more than existence for me in 2019. I have existed for far too many years; now I am founded.
2019 is all about doing what I have set in motion. It is all about doing what I am supposed to be doing. I am founded, therefore I do.
- doing the best in my vocation
- growing in my creativity
- getting out and about
- building friendships and deepening relationships
- …
These things will happen because I am founded, founded in 2019. I have a mission statement, goals and projects to follow and complete.
Have you chosen a word for the year? I'd love to hear what it is and why, so leave a comment or link below, and may you have a wonderful 2019.
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What if COMMISSIONED… [ COMIC ]
COMMISSIONED is a gaming webcomic. Not in the conventional sense of video/computer games, but in the original sense meaning table top role-playing. I first found COMMISSIONED from the links bar on Little Gamers and have been reading it ever since. With great artwork, funny jokes and an updating schedule of seven days a week makes this a worthy addition to anyones webcomic reads.
Also, COMMISSIONED's creator O is running a fund raising drive to try to get himself from Colombia, South America to DragonCon '07 in Atlanta, Georgia USA at the end of August. Currently he's almost at fifty percent, but almost fifty percent is not almost a hundred. So, help a brother out.
In theory, the next of the What if…?s should be up three weeks from now. I think it will be the last one too. Originally, I had planned on doing one for Real Life Comics. Unfortunately, no matter how much I am a fan of Real Life Comics I cannot bring myself to consider it a gaming webcomic. At one time it was a gaming webcomic, but the strip evolved into something new and its new format was not gaming. PvP falls under this criteria as well, but a loop hole of it being nominated for Outstanding Gaming Webcomic allowed me to adhere to my rules and create this comic on a technicality.
Oh… in case you're wondering, the final What if…? is 8-bit Theater.


text: Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has condemned the organisers of demonstrations in Kuala Lumpur calling for his resignation as "haram", during his annual address on the eve of Independence Day. Tens of thousands of protesters have called for Najib to stand down, after leaked documents in July showed he received about $700m in his private accounts from entities linked to an indebted state fund. Najib said the protests mirrored "the shallowness of patriotism" and reminded protesters that the mufti of the state of Kelantan had called the protest organisers - the electoral reform pressure group Bersih - "haram". "Before I make a further statement, I appeal to all, especially those here, either sitting here or standing, that without wasting time, let's focus our attention to silence and ponder and close our eyes," Najib said. "The fact that we are gathered here peacefully is a testament to the leadership of the country as well as those defending the safety of the country. That is why we are against any demonstrations." The thousands of yellow-clad protesters, who slept on the streets near the city's Independence Square, had woken on Sunday to mass exercises and a resumption of the previous day's peaceful demonstration. This is a watershed moment. Malaysians are united in their anger at the mismanagement of this country. Azrul Khalib, protester They still wore yellow, despite Bersih's official T-shirts and logo being banned by police. Initial crowds appeared smaller than Saturday, when police said 29,000 had gathered, while Bersih said 200,000 had turned out. Authorities have blocked the organiser's website and banned yellow attire and the group's logo in a bid to deter the rallies, which were also held in other Malaysian cities. The rally is scheduled to last until midnight on Sunday to usher in Malaysia's 58th National Day. "This is a watershed moment. Malaysians are united in their anger at the mismanagement of this country," said protester Azrul Khalib, who slept on the street with his friends. "We are saying loudly that there should be a change in the leadership." He said he was aware that the rally would not bring change overnight, but he wanted to be "part of efforts to build a new Malaysia". Former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, who has been spearheading calls for Najib's resignation, added momentum to the rally when he made a surprise brief appearance late on Saturday with his wife to loud cheers from the crowd, telling protesters to "carry on". Former Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad joined the protesters and told them 'the only way for the people to get back to the old system is for them to remove this prime minister' [Reuters] Najib has been fighting for political survival after leaked documents in July showed hundreds of millions linked to indebted state fund 1Malaysia Development Berhad had been deposited into his private accounts. He later said the money was a donation from the Middle East, and fired his critical deputy and four other cabinet members as well as the attorney general investigating him. Malaysia: Crackdown on Freedom The prime minister earlier slammed the protests for tarnishing Malaysia's image. "Those who wear this yellow attire ... they want to discredit our good name, scribble black coal on Malaysia's face to the outside world," Najib was quoted as saying by national news agency Bernama. Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi, who is also home minister in charge of domestic security, warned organisers faced possible charges under assembly, sedition and other laws. "What is important is that I am empowering the police to take action," he was quoted as saying by Malaysian media. Support for Najib's National Front has eroded in the last two general elections. It won in 2013, but lost the popular vote for the first time to an opposition alliance. Authorities have blocked the organiser's website and banned yellow attire and the group's logo in a bid to deter the rallies [AP] SOURCE: Agencies Politics Asia Pacific Malaysia


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Toper Cafemino 1kg Gas Coffee Roaster
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* Cafemino has a special mixer and cooling tray
* It enables you to roast and cool at the same time
* Roasting time is 12 min
* There is a sampling light which enables you to check and see the real color of the coffee during roasting.
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I love B.B. Warfield, and here is a gem of his from a lesser known work. An article from Sam Storms deals with quenching the Holy Spirit (I don't agree with all of his thoughts, but I do like Sam Storms and it is worth the read). Challies does a book review on the Sabbath Rest and more. Enjoy the reads!
This quote made me laugh: Sam Jones recently described: "When I hear some men speak or see them work, they remind me of a river steamboat, with a very large whistle and a very small boiler, so that every time the whistle blows the boat stops."
Reversing the Gospel: Warfield on Race and Racism
Manvotional: The Quiet Man's Power
Seven Way To Quench the Holy Spirit


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Through all of the important and difficult work you are doing toward your recovery, it's important to always be aware of how you're feeling about all of it. If you begin to feel bogged down or overwhelmed, you need to take time out for yourself. This week's safe coping strategy:
Self-nurture. Do something that you enjoy (take a walk, see a movie, etc.)
The road to recovery is long and difficult. The work you are doing is extremely important, both for your happiness and your survival. But it is a lot of work, and you continue to struggle with it day in and day out in the name of sobriety. You are to occasionally be rewarded for that!
And, let's be honest, even though you are surrounded by supportive counselors, family, friends and advisors, there are still times when you are the only one who can make you happy.
Take time out from your daily grind and do something just for you. Do something that brings you extreme joy, and that will have you feeling positive and motivated. The things you choose to do can be large, planned out activities that you schedule in advance, or simple outings you choose to do on the spur of the moment. Some examples of ways to self-nurture are:
–Talk a walk. Long or short, that's up to you. Choose a location that brings you happiness, such as a hike in the woods, or a walk along a beach, or just a stroll through your neighborhood.
–Take yourself to a movie. It can feel strange at first to see a movie by yourself, but I've done it a few times and I think you'll find it to be a very enjoyable experience. You don't have to share your snacks with anyone!
–Take yourself to lunch or dinner at a nice restaurant. This can feel weird at first too. You might feel as if everyone in the restaurant is staring at you, wondering why you're alone. But, odds are no one is looking at you at all. If it helps, bring a book or newspaper to read. Order your favorite dish on the menu, even if it's the most expensive. And by all means, order dessert.
–Plan a weekend trip to participate in an activity you enjoy, such as kayaking, hiking, camping, fishing, visiting art museums, participating in a meditation retreat, antiquing or visiting friends. Just get away for a while. It doesn't have to be a long drawn out vacation, just a day and a half or two days away from home to relax and refresh.
–Get "dolled up." Go get yourself a new haircut or new hair color. Get a manicure and a pedicure. Buy yourself a new outfit, it doesn't even have to be for a special occasion, just for fun. Buy a new lipstick color. Anything to change up your look a little bit, and make it feel refreshed.
–Do something good for your body that you enjoy. Take a fun class at the gym. Get a massage. Take a yoga class. You're having fun but you're also doing good by your body.
–Nurture yourself spiritually, whatever that means for you. Go to church or temple. Do a private Bible study. Spend some time meditating. Listen to a spirituality podcast, or read a book about spirituality.
–Do something artistic. Paint, draw, sculpt, craft, build something. Anything that's creative and involves you using your hands, and really participating in the process. The creative process can be incredibly freeing and healing.
These are just a handful of ideas, you can come up with your own. Anything that's fun and brings you joy, and is outside your normal daily routine. Take yourself on as many of these "self dates" as you can. The happiness it brings will be extremely beneficial for your recovery and your outlook on life. You're dealing with an addiction, which is hard work. But you can have fun with life too!


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|29 Aug 2019
Pre-Owned laptop running windows 10 is unusably slow
My grandparents gave me there old laptop when the screen broke on mine. They said they recently paid a technician almost $400 to work on it shortly before my grandpa decided he wanted a desktop instead. From the first time I turned it on I haven't been able to do anything on it. It runs so slow I can't even play the solitaire games or anything. The machine originally came with windows vista pre-loaded on it by the manufacturer so I am assuming it is probably far less equipped to be running windows 10 than the basic requirements state. How do I go about doing something to make this thing usable?
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|29 Aug 2019
Welcome to the Forum.
To start with, we need to know ALL the hardware specs of the old laptop.
You can reinstall Vista, but as it came with Vista, you wont be able to install Win 7 unless you have a retail license.
|My System Specs
|29 Aug 2019
I updated the specs in my profile.
|My System Specs
|30 Aug 2019
The information you gave us doesn't help much
From your laptop, follow this tutorial to add all the specs to your profile.
System Info - See Your System Specs
You mentioned that the laptop came with Vista but now it has Win 10.
On the profile you say it has Win 7 64.
Do you have the Win 7 64 installation media and the license key?
|My System Specs
|30 Aug 2019
Need the laptop make and model number.
|My System Specs
|01 Sep 2019
I completed the system specs instructions, and it is a presario cq60
And I apologize for the confusion but my desktop is the one running windows 7 64 bit. I originally was trying to fix something with it when I registered with this forum.
|My System Specs
|01 Sep 2019
What did they sepnd $400 on? Those machines sell for much less second hand.
The usual upgrades for that kind of vintage would be to increase the ram to 4gb, swap the hd for an ssd , and if they bought a win10 license, that could be it.
Check what ram and hard drive it has. Also look in device manager to see if there are any yellow bangs. Also check startup to see if there is any unnecessary stuff running at startup.
What bit version of win10 is on there?
|My System Specs
|02 Sep 2019
4 gb ram, no yellow bangs, and the only things that run on start up are one drive, Synaptics TouchPad Enhancements and Windows Defender notification icon
|My System Specs
|02 Sep 2019
Linux Mint / XP / Win7 Home, Pro, Ultimate / Win8.1 / Win10
I still own a CQ60. It came out with Windows 7 and new the cost was around $350 to $400. Used market now runs about $150 if in good condition. It has one physical hard drive that originally was partitioned to hold the factory restore files. The Synaptic TouchPad works quite well. Stock CQ60 came with 3GB RAM.
I have wiped and reinstalled Win7, deleting the factory restore partions so I could load and dual boot with Linux Mint. The CQ60 runs very well on Linux Mint.
|My System Specs
|03 Sep 2019
Lets do the basic first.
- Schedule a disk check
Open a CMD window as administrator and type:
chkdsk c: /f
It will say the disk is in use and if you want to schedule to next start = yes
Reboot. Pay attention on the results, specially bad clusters, bad blocks or bad sectors.
- Once back to windows, Open a CMD window as administrator and type:
sfc /scannow
You can improve the laptop.
- Buy a 120G SSD (~US$ 25) and a HDD caddy (~US$ 5) to install / replace the ODD. Do a Win 7 or Win 10 32bits clean install on the SSD and move (Using Kari tutorial) C:/Users from the SSD to D:/Users on the HDD. You will have the speed of a SSD and the space of a HDD at low cost.
- Install Win 7 or Win 10 32bits. Internal graphics and other hardware will use some memory leaving around 2.2 G to the OS, so a 32 bits will run better than a 64 bits OS.
Last week I did it on a friends laptop that was taking almost 4 minutes to boot. It's now taking only 30 seconds and it opens programs at a blink of an eye.
Win 7 Home Premium Upgrades
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Jim Becker, retired Honolulu Star-Bulletin columnist, and Paul Honda, Star-Bulletin prep sportswriter, are also scheduled to speak.
The luncheon starts at 11:30 a.m. in the Pagoda Hotel main ballroom.
Hussein, a three-time Honolulu Marathon winner, was named the male runner of the year in the masters 40-44 age division.
Melissa Kawana, a Mililani High School senior, won the Florence Griffith Joyner Award for her service on the USATF athletes' advisory committee.
Jenkins, a junior at Leilehua, finished the 3-mile course at Mt. San Antonio College in 15 minutes, 56 seconds.
Paul Williams, also of Leilehua, finished fourth in the boys high school senior race with a 16:30 clocking.
Kristin Ali Keith, who won the girls individual title on Maui last month, finished 14th in the girls sophomore race. Keith, a Mililani High sophomore, checked in at 19:48.
Matthew Nakamoto, the ILH individual champion, finished 29th in the boys junior race in 17:14.
Magnus Frick finished in second place in the men's 1-meter springboard event, and Emma Friesen placed fourth in the women's 3-meter springboard.
Trenson Akana scored on a putback with 3 seconds remaining to give the Seasiders (2-0) the tourney title over the host Wildcats.
Akana, a junior, hit for a career-high 28 points on 8-for-12 from the field (5-for-5 from 3-point range) to lead BYUH, ranked No. 20 in the NABC Division II Coaches poll. Lucas Alves added 22 points in 27 minutes.
» HPU dropped its second game in two nights, falling 83-49 to Seattle University yesterday in a nonconference women's basketball matchup in Seattle.
The Sea Warriors, who fell to 0-3, were led by Emily Kreutter's 13 points. Ashley Jenkins and Karras Blate both chipped in with 10 points.
» The UH-Hilo women's basketball team lost 102-65 to Regis University yesterday in Pueblo, Colo.
Ashley Kualii led the Vulcans with 12 points.
» Chaminade's women opened their season with a loss to Alaska-Anchorage, falling 98-31 on Friday in Anchorage.
Marion Murphy's 10 points led the Silverswords.


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Many rooftop HVAC units are neglected even though they're one of the most important and expensive pieces of equipment a business will ever own. Unfortunately, too many times rooftop air conditioner repair and maintenance is ignored, forgotten or neglected until suddenly, IT STOPS WORKING!
Or, you may notice your energy costs are rising and, after blaming the utility company, you realize your rooftop HVAC has been using more energy than ever before. But the unit is still cooling or heating as it should.
Your rooftop unit might be overworking, which could be driving your energy costs up. So, how do you prevent it? By actively keeping up with a preventative maintenance plan.
Why Preventative Maintenance Helps to Keep Your Rooftop Unit from Overworking
Rooftop HVAC units are exposed to more ambient stress that any other equipment. As a result, rooftop air conditioner maintenance and testing may be required more frequently than with other interior units.
Too often building managers and business owners forget to worry about their rooftop HVAC units as long as they seem to be operating properly. If the maintenance is assigned to the in-house maintenance staff, the problem sometimes becomes "out of sight, out of mind" with easier projects often taking higher priority.
And rooftops can be uncomfortable places to work, particularly in mid-summer or mid-winter.
Another problem with assigning the routine maintenance of the rooftop HVAC units to the staff is that they lack the training, tools and parts to perform rooftop air conditioner repair and maintenance properly. Even the routine cleaning of condenser coils requires special attention. In any case, without professional training, the risk of creating new problems to the equipment is heightened.
Professional Routine Maintenance
The best course—and one that saves money in the long run—is to hire a professional, licensed HVAC maintenance company to perform regular preventative maintenance on the rooftop unit. Contracts can be tailored to fit any equipment needs and ambient conditions.
Only certified technicians should perform maintenance on your HVAC equipment. In Chicago, General Mechanical Services certified union technicians have been performing expert services for nearly a century. The advantages of a General Mechanical Preventative Maintenance contract are:
- HVAC equipment will perform more efficiently
- Energy usage will be kept at a minimum
- Worn parts will be replaced before costly repairs are required
- Air flow will be kept cleaner, free of any unwanted odors
- You will eliminate downtime
- Your existing HVAC equipment will last longer
- Service technicians are available at all hours
- You save money!
What Does Rooftop Air Conditioner Repair and Maintenance Consist Of?
When you commit to a regular maintenance program for your HVAC unit, you are transferring responsibility for maintenance to licensed and certified professionals. Maintenance begins with sophisticated testing procedures measuring the important components of heating and cooling.
The service will be performed as scheduled and, if any emergency should arise, 24-hour service should always be available. The service will keep the equipment clean and lubricated, while replacing critical worn parts as needed.
"Green" HVAC Maintenance Practices
Green maintenance is a sustainable practice that not only helps to prevent further damage to the environment, but also reduces your HVAC costs. Green maintenance makes your equipment more efficient, thereby conserving natural resources and producing cleaner air within your building. This protection will lengthen the life cycle of the equipment.
When new equipment makes sense, the experts can provide a detailed break-even analysis to show how new ENERGY STAR® qualified systems can save money, reduce operating costs and improve air quality.