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When mystery shopping your stores, the areas that you measure and the questions you ask largely affect your scores - so it's crucial to make sure you're asking/measuring the right ones. If you aren't, you might be acheiving high scores but interpreting the meaning of those scores incorrectly.
To avoid this, it's essential that you know how to read your results and what to take away from them.
In this blog, we'll discuss the value behind mystery shopping scores and what they mean for your business.
High Scores
When reviewing mystery shopping results, operators want to see high scores - interpreting those scores to mean that their teams are performing well. But, beware of achieving high scores so quickly; sometimes these scores don't have the same meaning that you think they do.
Often times, high scores can indicate that you're asking the wrong questions. Assuming that you've implemented a mystery shopping program in order to measure your team performance, and likely have some specific areas you want to evaluate - high scores could mean that you're asking questions you already know the answer to.
Alternatively, when scores are excessively high it can mean that you need to measure another area of your operations. While you may not have previously known the answer to the questions you asked, such high scores right off the bat can indicate that you will benefit more from learning about the performance of another part of your operations.
Look for aspects of your business where you're underperforming, or aren't aware of your performance. For example, if store cleanliness is consistently scoring very high, start measuring something else like customer service.
Standard Scores
In order to get the most from your mystery shopping program, you need to identify that you're measuring the right areas, so you can understand what your scores should be. The determining factors in understanding the legitimacy of your scores are whether or not there's been a change in patterns with customers, or increases in customer service or customer loyalty. Without any of these positive changes, it's possible that you might have a false high score.
Unlike most test results or scoring, mystery shopping scores should always be very high - of course, this is only applicable after you've confirmed that you're measuring the right areas. As opposed to indicating excellent, stellar performance, high scores indicate that stores are performing simply as they should be. A standard mystery shopping score should always be a high score of around 90 to 95%.
When all of your stores start achieving these scores, it becomes your new average, meaning you now want to push to do even better. Achieving over 95% means that your teams are exceeding expectations and going above and beyond to please customers and maintain company values.
Managing your mystery shops and reviewing performance is an important factor in determining areas of improvement and coming up with new aspects of your business to evaluate. Before getting too excited, remember to be weary of high scores, and continually re-evaluate the questions you're asking. Ensure that your teams are performing adequately and up to standard, while using your scores to drive improvements and encourage teams to go the extra mile to outperform the competition.
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I don't remember who it was, maybe Mahesh Bhatt, who was once asked what it meant to him to be rich and he replied: "To walk into a bookstore and be able to buy any book I want."
Today I bought a book, two pairs of trousers, a necktie, some kiwifruit, some corn nuts, a bag of figs, some chocolate, a big bottle of red grape juice, a big bottle of red orange juice (yes!) , a small bottle of kiwi lime juice (toothpaste aftertaste) and a small bottle of strawberry juice.
And then I went home to have lunch.

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Purell and many other hand sanitisers are a blend of ethyl alcohol (ethanol), water and moisturisers. Using ordinary table salt, you can easily separate hand sanitiser gel into alcohol and the gel's other components. Salt binds to the glycerine in the gel, forming a viscous goo and leaving the alcohol behind as a clear liquid. Aside from scientific interest, this technique could be used in a pinch to obtain ethyl alcohol for use in a camp stove.
Combine 113gr. of hand sanitiser gel with 1 tsp of table salt.
Cover a cup or bowl with several layers of cheesecloth or a similar porous material.
Strain the mixture through the cheesecloth. The liquid ethyl alcohol will pass through, leaving the congealed salt and glycerine behind. In one experiment, the filtered liquid that resulted from this process was 70 per cent ethyl alcohol and 2 per cent isopropyl alcohol by volume.


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BOSCH GTS1041A-09 REAXX 10 In. jobsite table saw kit builds on Bosch's heritage of award-winning table saw design while providing the injury-mitigation Active Response Technology platform, which delivers a rapid drop of the saw blade below the tabletop when it detects human flesh coming in contact with the blade. This high speed action helps to mitigate the potential of serious user injury. It does so without damaging the blade, and after activation, the system can be reset in less than 60 seconds. This technology reinforces the Smart Guard System, a modular blade guard that includes an adjustable riving knife, antikickback pawls and a barrier guard. The table saw features an enhanced SquareLock rip fence engineered for exact clamping and a more substantial feel similar to a cabinet-saw-grade glide. It also has spring-loaded pre-squaring that aligns the rip fence to the blade before locking, for enhanced cutting trueness. It includes a rear outfeed for 18 In. of additional rear material support. The included Gravity-Rise Wheeled Table Saw Stand manages tough terrain for trouble-free transport of the table saw between jobsites, and provides easy setup and fast take down. The saw's onboard control panel is an easy-to-understand LED light display that integrates Near Field Communication (NFC) technology. This allows NFC-enabled phones to communicate information from the onboard control system – such as system activations, servicing needs and instructions. The saw features a beefy 15-amp, 4.0-hp max motor producing 3,650 rpm. It includes additional advanced electronics that provide soft-start to manage motor start-up and Constant Response circuitry to maintain speed under load. The saw works with nearly all standard 10 In. fine finish and construction-grade blades and stacked dado blades, it has a 25 In. rip fence capacity, and it has onboard storage for all necessary parts, instructions and wrenches.
- Active Response Technology – mitigates injury to user in case of blade contact, dropping the blade under the table with no blade damage
- Easy system reset – takes less than 60 seconds after blade drop, with no damage to the blade
- Dual-activation cartridge unit – two single-shot cylinders for two separate activations with each cartridge
- Portability – works seamlessly with the included Gravity-Rise™ Wheeled Stand for easy jobsite mobility, with single-action setup and take down
- Smart Guard System – riving knife and anti-kickback pawls provide protection when a kickback occurs, while the overhead guard provides a barrier helping to deter blade contact
- Powerful 15-amp 4.0-hp max motor – delivers 3,650 rpm and the power required for ripping in fine and rough carpentry materials, including standard 10 In. blade and dado applications
- Enhanced SquareLock™ rip fence – engineered for enhanced clamping and trueness with precision improvements for pre-squaring prior to locking
- Large cast aluminum top – provides increased work space and material support with a 25 In. ripping capacity
- Rear outfeed – hardened metal saw extension extends 18 In. and retracts for compact storage
- Onboard System Control – easy-to-understand saw status with intuitive LED lighted display
- Phone app – communicates information from control system to NFC-enabled phone, including number of system activations, servicing needs, access to instructions and other information
- Constant Response circuitry – to maintain speed under load and overload protection
- Soft-start circuitry – manages the intensity of motor start-up and minimizes the likelihood of tripping circuit breaker
- Onboard storage – access to all included parts, with additional cartridge storage, manual and system reset instructions
- Arbor lock – allows for easy blade changes with arbor lock and blade wrench located onboard
- Easy blade adjustment – located on top of table near throat plate, direct accessibility for easy blade parallel adjustment
- Convenient toolless throat plate lock – locks throat plate quickly and makes removal and reinstallation easy
- T-slot miter gauge combined with T-slot rail – allows for better control and support during miter gauge applications
- Durable sub base – increases tool life by handling tough jobsite conditions
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This page lists the various policies in place that govern the Centre.
Outlines the Centre's purpose, lists all of the rules of operation, and set out the members' rights and responsibilities.
For more information, see the Knox LAC Constitution, July14.
Code of Conduct & Dispute Resolution
Explains how the Centre expects its members and their guests to behave, and is aligned with LAVic's Code of Conduct.
For more information, see:
- LAVic Policy – Codes of Conduct Policy, 2015.
- Knox LAC Code of Conduct & Complaint and Dispute Resolution Process, Aug11.
Child Protection
Outlines the standards to which the Centres must comply, and statement of commitment to child protection.
Includes information about the Working With Children Check.
For more information, see the Child Protection page.
Other governance documents
- KnoxLAC Social Media Policy **update 31/07/19**
- KnoxLAC Photographic Policy, Jun10.
- KnoxLAC Award Criteria, Jun11.
- KnoxLAC Extreme Weather Policy **updated 28/01/19**
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Construction update: Brevard County
BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – According to the Florida Highway Patrol, you can expect construction in Brevard county on I-95 southbound for your Friday morning commute.
The orange barrels will be out near mile marker 214 and crews working will be blocking the outside right lane for about a half a mile.
Also, near mile marker 213 in Titusville construction will be blocking the inside left lane closed for approximately one mile.
Check in with Nicole Pesecky on the Local 6 Morning News for the latest traffic updates for your Friday morning commute.
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UltraDisk 4063 Skin / Beige Ear Hang Hook Microphone, Skin / Beige Ear Hang Hook Microphone for SHURE Wireless bodypack transmitters
- Mini Skin Colored Ear hang Microphone UltraDisk 4063
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- Frequency Range: 20-20KHz
- Output Impedance: =2.2kO
- Standard Operation Voltage: 2.0V-10V.DC
- SNR: >63dB Wire: 1.2m
- Connection TA4F Shure bodypack
The UltraDisk 4063 is a stainless steel & lightweight ear hook microphone ideal for presentations, filming, stage and theatre use. Its ultra lightweight construction and design ensures robustness and reliability
The flexible boom allows a perfect comfortable adjustment and fit to any speaker or performer. The inconspicuous and skin colored boom will not distract from what matters most, the performer and the performance.
Very comfortable to wear throughout the duration of the longest performances. Delivered with a carrying pouch, windscreen and microphone cable clip to secure in place. Ultra lightweight construction for maximum comfort
Stainless steel for reliable performances, Soft and flexible boom designed for individual adjustment and ease of use.
- Compatible with models, Shure PGX1, Shure SC1, Shure SLX1, Shure U1, Shure ULX1, Shure UR1, Shure UR1M, Shure UT1, Shure
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A vulnerability in the WPA2 protocol has been discovered and could allow an attacker to read encrypted information. This attack affects all WPAWPA2 protected WI-Fi Networks as the vulnerability is with the Wi-Fi WPA/WPA2 standard and not any individual products or implementations.
The following CVE IDs have been assigned to document these vulnerabilities in the WPA/WPA2 protocol:
Sophos products affected:
All Sophos wireless products are affected: Wireless Protection in XG Firewall, Sophos UTM as well as Sophos Central Managed Wireless. Sophos will release patches as soon as they are made available.
The Wireless team is currently working on the necessary patch and after full implementation and testing on our solutions, we will be able to release a fix. This process can take a number of days.
The below list shows the scheduled patched version to correct the WPA/WPA2 vulnerability and expected release dates. All dates and version numbers are subject to change.
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My sister asked for some Sympathy cards and I found this on Pinterest, they just stuck me as appropriate
I got the Feathers stamped and cut from my friend Deb...I may have to order the set for myself.
Feather Framelit Dies $12.95
and the Four Feathers Stamp Set $10.95
I also used Bitty Banners framelits and Apothecary Accents Framelits
The Sequins...not my friends! They kept falling off.


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Attraction Inc., a Quebec leader in the design, manufacture
and identification of promotional clothing, will be wholly owned
by the Vice-President of Operations, Julia Gagnon, niece of
the founders, Jean-Marc and Simon Gagnon, and her spouse,
Sébastien Jacques, Vice-President of Sales and Marketing,
by the end of February, and the entire team will remain in place.
Founded in 1980, Attraction Inc. is best known for its range
of eco-friendly Ethica apparel. "Ensuring the sustainability
of the company has always been our goal, but combined
with the fact that it will continue to grow through a family
succession achieves a dual objective," said the Gagnon brothers.
Attraction has been manufacturing promotional clothing in Quebec
for 37 years, and employs over 100 people at its Lac-Drolet facilities,
in the Eastern Townships region. Attraction carries out the design,
manufacture and identification of apparel, which is then distributed
across Canada. Specializing in promotional clothing for organizations
of all kinds, for businesses and for the tourist and recreational market,
the company has shown significant growth in recent years.
Sales of the Ethica collection alone surged 30% in 2016, resulting
in the hiring of new employees for the workshop. The upcoming
addition of a new production line will support this growth and allow
an expansion of the product offering. Moreover, the recently awarded
exclusive distribution licence for Anderson Design Group,
a renowned creative studio, confirms Attraction's leading position
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Finnley at seven months old:
You are officially crawling! Which has also led to you being up to sit up all by yourself.
This new skill has led to you getting into things you shouldn't so we've had to start shutting doors and keeping a close eye on you. Kennedy is actually a pretty good helper when it comes to this, so that's been nice!
You also pulled yourself to standing for the first time.
You have been much more interested in eating table food, but when I try to give you the purees you don't want anything to do with them. You only want to eat what we're eating! Which works well since they've recently updated the infant feeding guidelines regarding allergenic foods.
You've been sick a couple of times recently, which I've learned just comes with having a toddler (AKA Kennedy Lou) around, so I guess your immune system will be nice and strong!
You've enjoyed going swimming with friends lately too! We just sit in the baby pool and you splash around like crazy.
Now that you're sitting up, bath time with your big sister has become more of a regular thing and you and Kennedy both have a blast with that. 😊
You are so fun and sweet. We just can't get enough of you!
You are so fun and sweet. We just can't get enough of you!


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My name is Ryan Cheng and I am a writer and photographer.
I've written for a variety of publications including Huffington Post Australia, AWOL and Rucksack Magazine.
Moving from Singapore to Australia aged 10, I've always had a special interest in race and identity, often allowing my own experiences as an Asian Australian to influence my writing and other creative endeavours.
Graduating with an Honours in Criminology and a double major in Criminology & Politics, the way in which we – as a society – interact and engage interests me greatly.
The 88 started as my own personal writing space, but has over time, graduated into something much larger than myself. Now you can find us publishing content from creatives all around the world.
I hope you enjoy all the unique insights and perspectives as much as I do.
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Founder of The 88.


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AMSURG Center Leader Gregory DeConciliis, Boston Out-Patient Surgical Suites, LLC, was featured in Becker's ASC Review discussing key steps to improve profits in orthopedic-driven ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs).
AMSURG Center Leader Gregory DeConciliis Discusses Key Steps to Improve Profits in Orthopedic ASCs
AMSURG Employee Ben Flatt Selected to Young Leaders Council
AMSURG Health Systems Development Analyst, Ben Flatt, was recently selected to the Young Leaders Council (YLC).
Center Leadership Conference 2014 Recap
More than 300 attendees descended on the Omni Hotel in Nashville for the 17th annual AMSURG Center Leadership Conference earlier this month.
AAAHC Successful Surveys: Endoscopic Surgical Centre of Maryland and Team Vision Surgery Center of Wichita
Congratulations to the following centers for successful AAAHC Surveys.
AMSURG Vice President a Keynote Speaker at the Colliers International Annual Healthcare Services Group Symposium
Daniel Buehler, Vice President of Facilities Management and Construction, will be a keynote speaker at the Colliers International annual Healthcare Services Group symposium.
See AMSURG Now at ACG 2014
AMSURG is at ACG 2014, which begins today and runs through the Wednesday the 22nd at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia.
AMSURG Partner Dr. Donald Schwartz Works on Future of Noninvasive Glaucoma Surgeries
AMSURG partner Donald Schwartz, M.D., Surgery Center of Long Beach, was featured in an article in Cataract & Refractive Surgery Today for his work with therapeutic ultrasound for treating glaucoma.
AMSURG Center Leader Jennifer Hunara Recognized by Becker's as an ASC Leader Under 40
AMSURG Center Leader Jennifer Hunara, Surgery Center of Allentown, was recognized by Becker's ASC Review as one of the 49 ambulatory surgery center (ASC) leaders under 40 who are "rising stars."
2nd Annual Supply Chain Conference
The Materials Management department hosted the 2nd Annual Supply Chain Conference, in conjunction with the HealthTrust Purchasing Group (HPG) Convention, with more than 46 AMSURG center participants.
AMSURG Partner Dr. Fernando Moya Discusses New Technology for Small Incision Knee Surgery
AMSURG partner Fernando Moya, M.D., Weston Outpatient Surigcal Center, was featured on WPLG Local 10 News, a news affiliate in Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Fla., discussing small incision knee repair.


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Your LinkedIn profile is the fastest way to find work and develop your career and should be your primary focus. So, whether you are actively job-hunting, using it as a career insurance policy or wanting to acquire new clients and contracts, this programme from Career Consultants is an excellent starting point. The programme will cover:
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DIY: Washer & Satin Ribbon Necklace
Like I always say I love DIYs and so, I'm constantly in search for easy and cool ones. Here is what I found this time around that took me only … Continue readingDIY: Washer & Satin Ribbon Necklace
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My Dad has been my superhero, my travel buddy and my wonder-wall too. Since childhood he has taken me places in and out of India as well. He taught … Continue readingFather's day Gifting Ideas
Synonymous with premium, international men's fashion, Louis Philippe was launched in India in 1989, and ever since then, the brand has been enjoying the repute of being the leader in … Continue readingExcellence Personified – Louis Philippe Golf Cup
Summer is here and the first thing I do is, update my wardrobe with ample whites, pastels, florals and bright quirky prints. Especially when you have access to many international … Continue readingFresh International Brands' at Jabong
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DC Comics' "Green Lanterns" #48, available June 6, 2018, is written by Tim Seeley and illustrated by Ronan Cliquet, with covers by Paul Pelletier, Danny Miki and Brandon Peterson:
"...in 'Rebel Run', part one, the 'Guardians' can no longer stand idly by as 'Jessica Cruz' amd her 'ring' gains more sentience. They've seen anomalies within the rings turn into universal nightmares, and now it's up to their greatest 'Lantern', 'Hal Jordan', to relieve Jess of her power..."
Then "Green Lanters" #49, available June 20, 2018 is written by Tim Seeley amd illustrated by V. Ken Marion, with covers by Paul Pelletier, Danny Miki and Brandon Peterson:
"...in 'Rebel Run' part two, 'Simon Baz' and 'Jessica Cruz' hide from 'Hal Jordan' and the 'Green Lantern Corps' on the planet 'Hellhole'.
"While the two butt heads over what to do next, they find an ancient threat that has been slumbering within the core of this crime-infested world. It is now ready to wake and strike..."
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Rank 'Em: The 20 Greatest Yankees
Created: March 24, 2011, 2:52 PM
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Building our list of the greatest Yankees was no simple task.
We picked 50 -- now we're asking you to rank 20.
After weeks of mulling over our ballots and counting votes from our writers and editors, we put together what we feel is a pretty amazing group of ballplayers -- which you can view here -- but we're much more interested in what you think.
Did we get it right -- or would you scramble it up? Are Mariano Rivera and Derek Jeter too high? Or perhaps they're too low? We've put our top 20 below to give you a chance to rearrange the order yourself.
Hover your mouse over the images below for more details, then rank your favorite Bombers by dragging the thumbnails to the right.
For more info -- and some amazing photos -- click here to check out our 50 Greatest Yankees gallery.
-- Matt Marrone, ESPNNewYork.com
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So it was brought to my attention that I am a little bit of an idiot - and I had missed the "t" in my email on my contact me page and I added an "e" in my email on my blog swap page- Nice. I don't know what the heck I was doing.
I feel so dumb and embarrassed.
So... if you have been trying to contact me or wanna blog swap and I haven't responded, it isn't because I don't like you - it's because I made a dumb mistake.
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This is just a super quick post! I have been creating these lovely rose pins. They are very easy to make. You just need some organza that has been cut into rough circle shapes. Then hold them over a candle to melt and seal the edges. careful you don't burn your fingers!
Then stitch the petals together and add some beads to the centre. Put a pin or clip on the back and voila! your done!
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Rethinking your Continue Shopping Button to Increase eCommerce PerformanceBy Josh Baker
The continue shopping button on your eCommerce website is an incredibly important feature and its use is many times over looked or under appreciated. Linked from properly it can contribute to increased sales or at a minimum reduce online friction for your customers, or on the other end of the spectrum it can drive your visitors away to your competitor's website. How so? Imagine this real life scenario:
You are at your favorite brick and mortar store, you navigate the aisles looking for the first item on your list to purchase, you see it in all its glory on the shelf, you smile and reach out to pick it up and place it in your shopping cart-ah that was easy. But now you're ready to find the next item on your list so you decide to continue shopping…but wait, POOF, suddenly you immediately placed at the entrance of the store again. You now have to navigate through the entire store again to find your next item. You find it, this time you're not smiling, you place it in your cart, and you're ready to get your next item. Again, POOF, you're back at the entrance of the store.
How long would you be willing to go through this scenario – would you quit after the first time you were sent back to the entrance of the store? Would you rethink visiting the store next time you have to go? Would you purchase the item that you have already have in your shopping cart but no way even attempt to get the other items you need?
This scenario happens over and over again when you link your continue shopping button to your home page. The user adds the first item to their shopping cart, they are presented with a continue shopping button, they decide to look around more, but where you link this button to can decide how their experience will fair.
Link from the continue shopping button properly and truthfully the user may never consciously even notice (however, their actions will display that they subconsciously do), but link from it incorrectly and you could hurt the chance for an increased order size, lose the order totally, or even possibly lose the customer.
So where can you link to from it? You can link back to the page they were on when they chose the item they added to the cart. You could give them a few choices of where they want to go such as the page they were previously on (the product page); the category listings page, and here even the home page. Some sites even use an AJAX pop-up letting the customer know that the item is in their shopping cart – in this scenario the customer doesn't even have to leave the product page they are on. Using this presentation style you could still even present the customer with multiple options to choose where they want to go next.
Now you know why where you link to from your continue shopping button can mean so much to your eCommerce websites performance and to your wallet.


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The July Family Ride will be on Sunday, July 31. We'll do a nice easy ride on the Ballona Creek Bike Path to the Middle School, and then take residential streets to end up at Carlson Park (route), where we'll be in time for the Children's Popcorn Theatre production Big Bad Wolf Tales at 12pm. Bring a blanket, picnic lunch, and money for popcorn!
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Darnell Jackson wanted to share his good fortune with members of his extended Kansas University basketball "family."
So the 6-foot-8, 250-pound former KU power forward cell-phoned the Journal-World from the lobby of the Doral Arrowwood Resort Friday afternoon in Rye Brook, N.Y., as he prepared to sign a three-year guaranteed contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
"I want my teammates, coaches and all our fans to know I couldn't have done it without them," the Cavs' second-round draft pick said, asking the J-W to print his open letter to the fans.
"The coaches were my role models for four years. Coach Self ... I consider him my stepdad," Jackson added of sixth-year KU head coach Bill Self. "He always told me hard work would pay off. Coach (Kurtis) Townsend, (Joe) Dooley, (Danny) Manning taught me so much.
"The fans ... I felt them carrying me the whole year," Jackson added, referring to support during KU's 2007-08 national title season. "The student section would stand and clap before the game. It might have seemed to them that I was not listening, but I heard every word they said. If they could have played for the team and given their sweat, they would have, too."
Jackson wouldn't disclose monetary figures, but was willing to read the years "2008-09, 2009-10, 2010-11" from the legal document, sent to him by his agent at the site of the NBA Rookie Transition Program just outside of Manhattan.
Jackson was so giddy Friday he phoned his mom, Shawn, to have her offer her input in a three-way call to the J-W.
"I'm ecstatic. He's come so far. He deserves everything because he's worked for it," Shawn Jackson said from her home in Oklahoma City. "Eight years! He's played the game eight years, and now he's in the NBA.
"After he heard he was getting the guaranteed contract, he called coach Self. Coach Self cried, just like I did."
Self is the man who talked Jackson into persevering two years ago when he considered leaving school to be with his mom, who suffered serious injuries in a May 29, 2005 car wreck - a wreck responsible for the death of Jackson's grandmother, Evon.
"I'm as happy for Darnell as I've ever been for anybody. I'm as proud of Darnell as anybody I've ever coached," Self said Friday night. "He was tough enough to see it through.
"He has fought through adversity and kept a great attitude. He worked his tail off, got better, graduated and certainly has represented all of us well.
"I'm happy for all our guys. I talked to Sasha (Kaun, CSKA Moscow) today, and he's doing great."
Darrell Arthur and Brandon Rush were tapped in the first round of the 2008 NBA Draft; Mario Chalmers went in the second round. All signed guaranteed contracts shortly after the draft ended.
Kaun, also a second-round pick of the Cavaliers, will make over $1 million a year playing in Russia the next two seasons, with an option for a third season. Undrafted Russell Robinson recently signed to play for a team in Turkey.
Self now has coached nine power forwards/centers who advanced to the NBA: Arthur, Jackson, Wayne Simien and Julian Wright of KU; James Augustine, Robert Archibald, Brian Cook and Roger Powell of Illinois; and Michael Ruffin of Tulsa. The latest signee, Jackson, plans to be smart with his newfound riches.
"They are teaching us what you have to deal with in the NBA," Jackson said of lessons at NBA orientation. "They tell us we are not boys anymore. They talk about maintaining, saving money, making good decisions on investments."
Jackson plans to help his family members as much as he can.
"The only negative ... in looking for places to live, I thought about what it would be like if my grandma was still here, feeling the love and enjoying what's happening," Jackson said. "I know one thing - she's watching me right now, looking down on me now, and she's happy."
Note: Daniel Orton, the No. 22-rated prospect in the high school basketball Class of 2009, will visit KU for the Oct. 17 Late Night In the Phog, Rivals.com reports. The 6-10 center from Oklahoma City will visit Kentucky on Oct. 10.
rock chalk jayhawk chants Jackson
Congratulations Darnell, best of luck to you!
Congrats to Darnell. No one that I've seen in watching 24 years of KU basketball deserved this more than he does.
Well done D Jack! All of the Jayhawk Nation is so very proud.
Greatest Jayhawk Ever.
I know you're reading this Darnell, so congrats from a 42 year old KU fan. You guys keep me young!
DJ.......you are awesome man. Congrats!
Darnell,Congratulations, and thank you for your tremendous letter to the KU fans. I can only hope that your jersey is retired one day in the Phog (where it should be placed). Rock Chalk, super big guy from a KU alum, fan and now a new Cleveland Cavalier's fan.
I'd sign Darnell to a pro deal over the other two knuckleheads any time. Congrats to Cleveland. You got a steal.
Darnell,I have spoken with so many people the last two years especially about how your story needs to get out because it will inspire millions over the next many years. Your class, your drive, your integrity, your toughness and your tenderness are qualities that few people will ever achieve in the balance that you have. In the world of the NBA, Jayhawks across the land will always know how you represented all of us on and off the court.May your blessings abound and in the words of your mentor, may they multiply many times over. You are truly one of the greatest Jayhawks ever!Congratulations and thank you for all you did and how you let all of us into your life, trusting us enough to lean on us when you truly needed it.
CONGRATS DARNELL. YOU HAVE REPRESENTED THE KU NATION EXTREMELY WELL. Best of luck to you always. Thanks for playing at KU!
you are an idiot, njjayhawks. The Chalmers-Arthur thing was breaking news because it happened during the DAYTIME and wasn't expected. Jackson, however, was long-expected to sign this contract...plus, it was posted overnight, hence the no breaking news...moron...
Thanks for being proud of your school and being thankful for the opportunities it helped provide. You represent the values of Kansans very well Mr. Djack.
Congrats to Darnell and thank you so much for representing KU with class!
Darnell, I am so happy for you. You are truly one of my favorite players. I hope you do great in the NBA, it's so great to see you come this far! Congrats again, and come visit Lawrence.
I hope Darnell reads these post's. WE, Jayhawk fans, will always love you pal. YOU are the guy who will always be thought of as a man with a mission, a man with a heart, a man with our hearts. God Bless you. Thanks for 4 years of a true class act.
I never like to say a particular student athlete is my favorite. It seems unfair to all the other players that have done so much for the university. But, Darnell got me to break that self imposed rule many times over the past 4 years. Darnell Jackson has been my favorite player, and I don't know if it's possible to be any prouder of him.
Congrats Darnell. I have a new favorite NBA team now. I can't wait for the Cav's to begin the season and with the year they had last season, we will get to see you on TV many times. You are a super role model for my foster son and a great example of how a man should live his life. Thank you for your years in the crimson and blue, I loved every minute of it.....I'm sure you know the saying."Once a Jayhawk~ Always a Jayhawk!" Rock-Chalk D-Block Go Cavs!
A versatile, tough player to join LeBron in Cleveland. And he's been playing basketball only 8yrs! Kind of like Sasha's story--also a clue that Cleveland sees a big "upside" to DJack. He certainly has not plateaued by any means. You go, Darnell! You deserve all the goodness!
Nobody deserves this more than Darnell. Congrats DJack. You will be missed! I will be rooting for you in the NBA.
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Newfoundland, Atlantic and Gulf coasts, Caribbean to Brazil
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Zooplankton, insects, algae
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40 inches
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Zooplankton, insects, algae
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60 pounds
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45 pounds
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20 pounds
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Insects, crayfish, fish
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Widespread throughout the United States
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90 pounds
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Graduating with Honors: Marianne Miller, Accounting and Tax Specialist
Published on February 12, 2015 by arothstein
By Amanda Black, Administrative Assistant
At Broadview University-Orem, participation in commencement is one of the greatest moments for the faculty and staff. Commencement is when all the hard work and dreams of students are finally realized and achieved. This was truly the case for accounting and tax specialist student Marianne Miller.
A Utah County native, Marianne Miller lived in Sacramento, CA for ten years with her husband and two children before returning to Utah to care for her mother whose health was failing. Marianne began her career opportunities in retail where she worked in for 20 years before working for Smith's Marketplace and at Timpanogos Regional Hospital in the delivery room. Between the two jobs, she only had two days off a month and very little time to herself. She was wearing down. One day a friend at the hospital mentioned that her husband was starting up a company and that Marianne should apply for a position. She was the second person hired on at ZYTO. She had never worked in an accounting field before but was quick to learn. Being very detail oriented, she quickly grasp the needs of the company and learned how to manage the books.
After a divorce left her on her own, she began to contemplate returning to school so that she could become more self-sufficient. Her employer encouraged her to study accounting so that she would have the required education to be promoted within the company. Broadview University-Orem was a great fit for Marianne because of its close location to both work and home, and because it was geared toward students who worked full-time jobs.
Going to school was not easy for Marianne. She lived alone, so her time was filled with work, school, and homework. She spent many long evenings studying at her kitchen table, with her Cocker Spaniel, Tag, for company. The support of her program chair, Heather Broberg, helped her keep going, as well as the staff at Broadview University and her family. She was also driven by a desire to graduate with honors. At the Fall 2014 commencement ceremony, Marianne reached her goal and received the only honors award of her graduating class. She also received the "Graduate of the Quarter" award, which she was surprised and grateful to receive. "I had a lot of people supporting me that I didn't realize until I was getting ready to graduate," she said. "It made me realize how grateful I was for everyone."
Since graduation, Marianne has received the promotion that she was working toward and she hopes to continue to progress within the company. She has now held nearly every position within ZYTO and continues to enjoy working there. "Broadview has helped me to reach promotions and advancement within ZYTO, as well as has given me the skills and knowledge I needed to fulfill my positions there."
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With the warm sea breeze of the Mediterranean and the shelter of the Maritime Alps, this beautiful stretch of Italian coast is the perfect suntrap where a colourful paradise of exotic plants and flowers nestle among pastel coloured towns filled with old-world elegance. Based in the charming resort of Diano Marina, we spend six nights in our seafront hotel – a favourite among our customers – and enjoy some quiet days by the sea, along with the chance to visit surrounding highlights. San Remo in particular is known as the 'city of flowers' and hosts the liveliest flower market in Europe, while further along the coast we find the pretty fishing village of Portofino, regarded as the jewel of the Italian Riviera.
- Return Eurostar from London to Paris or Lille
- Return TGV from Paris or Lille to Nice
- Return coach transfer to our hotel
- Six nights' half board accommodation in Diano Marina
- Services of our Tour Manager
Plus the following excursions:
- Free time in the charming Diano Marina
- Excursion to San Remo & the hilltop village of Dolceacqua
- Trip to picturesque Portofino
Optional Excursion available:
Excursion to Monaco: £40
Day 1: London – Diano Marina
We journey aboard Eurostar from London to Paris or Lille and continue by TGV to Nice, where we are taken by coach to Diano Marina, on the beautiful Italian Riviera.
Day 2: Diano Marina
Today is free for you to spend at leisure in our pretty resort, surrounded by hills and coast. You can relax in our hotel and enjoy the facilities, head to the fine sandy beach, or venture into the old town to browse the shops and sample local delicacies. There's also an 11th-century castle where traces of the town's ancient past can be found. If you want to explore further afield, the nearby medieval village of Cervo, with its combination of cobbled alleys, terraces, arches and rooftops, is a delightful place to visit.
Day 3: Dolceacqua & San Remo
The hilltop village of Dolceacqua enjoys a picture perfect setting and is filled with striking architecture. The Nervia river runs through its heart, separating the village into two parts – the oldest called Terra, which is dominated by the Doria Castle, and the newest called Borgo. Both are connected by a spectacular medieval bridge, described by Claude Monet as "a jewel of lightness". We also visit San Remo, Italy's answer to France's Monte Carlo. The atmospheric old town, known as 'La Pigna', is tightly packed with buildings that cling to a steep hill. There are also two ports where you can see luxurious yachts, busy shopping streets and broad tree-lined boulevards.
Day 4: Portofino
We travel by coach to Santa Margherita and take the ferry to enjoy the dramatic coastal scenery on our way to Portofino. This pretty crescent-shaped village retains all of its traditional charms, despite its jet-set reputation. You can explore the harbour with its brightly coloured buildings, follow one of the scenic pathways to the beach or the light house, or visit the 16th-century hilltop castle and enjoy wonderful views across the Mediterranean to the French island of Corsica.
Day 5: Diano Marina
We enjoy another free day in resort.
Day 6: Monaco
Enjoy a free day in resort or join our optional excursion to visit the French resort of Monaco, a playground for the rich and famous and home to the renowned grand prix circuit and exquisite harbour. Admire the casino, walk around the gardens, or for a small cost you can take a circular bus tour.
Day 7: Diano Marina – London
We check out of our hotel this morning and retrace our route to meet Eurostar for the return to London.
Please note: Portofino boat trip may be replaced by a coach depending on sea conditions.
Outward Journey
- Departs London 08.54
- Arrives Nice 20.36
Return Journey
- Departs Nice 09.27
- Arrives London 19.03
Hotel Palace, Diano Marina or similar
This 4 star hotel is perfectly located in front of a sandy beach, with the old town and the shopping centre easily reached along the seaside promenade. All of the bedrooms are well furnished and equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, balcony, safe, hairdryer, magnifying mirror, telephone and Wi-Fi. Enjoy sea views from the restaurant, which serves a range of dishes using delicious local products along with a wide variety of selected wines. There is also a wellness room with a sauna and Jacuzzi, and a rooftop terrace where you can admire the views across the bay.
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Hotel Raffy is a 3 star hotel located just a short walk away from the centre of Diano Marina. The contemporary bedrooms feature air conditioning, a TV with satellite channels, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdyer and a safe. Guests can enjoy a range of international dishes in the hotel restaurant, along with delicious traditional Liguria cuisine. The hotel also features a lounge bar and outdoor patio as well as a swimming pool equipped with loungers, for making the most of the warm Italian sunshine. Bikes are available to hire for those looking to explore and high speed internet access is available for free in all public areas.


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According to Jaitley, the savings from the drop in global oil and commodity prices provides an opportunity to give the additional push to infrastructure.
Speaking at an event organized by the Confederate of Real Estate Developers Association of India on, Jaitley said that a silent revolution was taking place in the form of suburbanization.
"The whole idea of suburbanization was that around cities big and small, the real estate industry had started buying land and developing affordable housing where aspirational youth and families from rural areas were going to migrate."
The finance minister said that although agriculture contributed only 15% to the economy, 55% of Indians were dependent on it for living.
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Pointing out that problems for the power sector stemmed from the failure of distribution companies (discoms) to charge market rates, Jaitley said, "Banks cannot indefinitely fund state discoms for their political reasons. Not only do discoms owe money, the power producers also face stress because nobody is willing to buy power."


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With The Cape Leopard Trust being an Associate Charity of the ABSA Cape Epic, our CEO Helen Turnbull, thought it appropriate to pay it forward and sponsor a presentation and day-outing for a local Elgin school during the time that the Cape Epic was based in the area earlier this year. And so our relationship with Applewood Preparatory School started.
After an inspirational day in the Hottentots-Holland Mountains, teacher Jane Moodie, booked a school camp in the Cederberg and suggested that the school raise funds towards the sponsorship of a camera trap for the area close to the school. The school is situated in prime leopard territory and after seeing evidence of leopard scat and spoor on our first outing together the teachers' excitement could not be contained.
Meanwhile teacher, Tina Beaumont, came up with a unique and fun fundraising idea. As part of the schools' annual Cultural Evening, she arranged that her art students design clothing items from recycled materials – the outfits to be showcased as part of a Steam-Punk Fashion Show on the night. Tina and her team tirelessly worked behind the scenes to secure sponsorships and donations for cheese and wine, event logistics and entertainment.
Grade six and seven pupils were given a formal brief, to create a fashion design made from recycled materials. They sketched their outfits based on the theme of "steam-punk"- a genre of combining turn of the century fashion, with futuristic science fiction ideas. This theme lends itself to the use of old tins, cardboard, newspaper plastic bags, and recovered items such as old keys, scrap fabrics, etc. Students also had to combine "African elements" such as animal prints, beadwork etc. to create a look to enhance our goal of raising money for the leopards in our Fynbos. Sketches were created with mixed media, like pencil, watercolour and fine liner.
On the night of the event, November 4th, Hadley Lyners, introduced The CLT and spoke briefly, about the work being done to parents and other guests present. Master of Ceremony, Principal Brendan Brady, led guests through the evening by introducing many of the pupils who presented musical items featuring guitar, violin, piano, recorders, the marimba drums and the kick drum! It was encouraging to see that the youngsters are so enthusiastic and willing to learn how to make music.
After the interval the grade sixes and sevens came out on stage with a bang. They themselves had selected the music and choreographed the fashion show. What followed was an amazing assault on the senses as great lighting, smoke machines and funkily dressed youngsters in their creative, recycled outfits got the crowd whistling and clapping and exclaiming 'oohs and ahs'. Hadley enjoyed it tremendously and could not help to tap his toes and move his hips in his seat.
The delivery of the show was outstanding and Hadley says that he was totally inspired by what he saw. Through our CLT outings and programmes we promote recycling and show participants how to separate waste, etc., but this show took it to the next level when it comes to how waste can be re-used to create something wonderful.
A few days after the event, environmental educator Catherine Kühn visited the school on another errand. On her arrival she was surprised with a mini fashion show and the presentation of a donation certificate with the value of the funds raised toward our cause - R7598.00
The Cape Leopard Trust wants to thank all the teachers and staff who were involved behind the scenes, and in particular the learners of Applewood Preparatory for putting an amazing fashion show together. They have helped us to raise awareness about the plight of leopards in the Fynbos area. We want to thank all the sponsors (see list below) for their support and also all the parents and guests for attending and supporting behind the scenes too. The financial contribution is enough to contribute towards the acquisition of a new camera trap, much need in order to continue with vital research. This in turn translates to education for all about these enigmatic and very elusive felines.
Enjoy the attached photographs and we hope that it inspires others to think of other creative ways of contributing towards the conservation of our national heritage.
Watch this space for updates on what the Applewood sponsored camera records!
Article by CLT Environmental Educator: Hadley Lyners
A word of thanks to the event sponsors:
Beverages - Wildekrans Wine Estate, Paul Cluver Wines, Waterkloof Estate, Beaumont Wine, Corder wine, Elgin Vintners, Oak valley, Wintersdrift, Eversons Cider
Food - Peregrine Farm Stall, Grabouw Spar, Woolworths
Logistics and infrastructure - Four Every Event, B.P. Grabouw (Ronel Venter), JKM Sound


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Hotel Queen Elizabeth
You might have the impression that this site is turning into "Uglyhotels.com" but that is not the case. After last weeks post about the Hotel Titanic I found out that there is another monstrosity with an identical maritime theme lurking in the beautifull countryside of Turkye….Must be this one then: Hotel Queen Elizabeth. Obviously inspired by the cruiseliners going under the same name.
And also here they advertize with "going on cruise without the danger of getting seasick" .
Yup, another marketing-scheme gone too far!
More info here : www.queenelizabeth.com.tr


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Elod and Concertina Towers
Elod explains that his interest in origamic techniques "was sparked by a trip to the London Japan Centre where I chanced on a pattern book by Masahiro Chatani. I was immediately hooked, and have been designing my own templates, both architectural and abstract, ever since."
Brighton Pavilion, England
Many of his designs are cut and folded from a single sheet of paper and can be fully collapsed.
St. Stephen's Basilica, Budapest
Example of Elod's photographic origamic architecture:
He founded POPUPology in 2006 as a commission-based design studio. Elod produces installations for art and design shows, and collaborates on projects such as window displays and folding paper products.
Just one example from his clever collection of business card designs; see many more on Flickr.
And I love this unique wedding card too.
Currently Elod is featuring a Paper Build Competition on Facebook. To enter, simply post a picture of your favorite building (front and side views) labelled "paper build" on his wall.
Every two weeks, Elod will select one building to transform into origamic architecture and will send a finished card featuring the design to the person who submitted the idea. How's that for a great way to own an original art piece?!
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spine concertina
If you'd like to try your hand at kiriorigami (cut-fold-paper), visit Elod's Paper Surgery page for his free templates and tutorials. He also has a new shop called, what else?... POPUPology where you can purchase his work, including a lovely Japanese Tea House card. Elod is donating all of the profits from the sale of the Tea House to those who were left homeless by the Japanese tsunami.


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Say Cheese! Austin Downtown Wedding
Here's a fun photo, and a potentially fun idea for brides looking to add some pizazz to the wedding celebration. There are a few photo booth companies in the Austin, Texas area that offer the mobile service of providing a photo booth with props for you and your guests to get crazy with. Say Cheese is one of those companies. These guys were having a great time with the portable photo booth!
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Are you thinking of starting a new business? Each new business starts with a dream that, in your mind, becomes a plan. The most successful plan is not the one that is a rough draft in your head, but the plan that transitions to paper, the plan that can be analyzed and revised. A good business plan lets you see your business's strengths and weaknesses before you ever open your doors. Many problems are addressed and resolved in the planning, creating a more successful business venture.
But each business plan has a price. Most people want successful businesses but are not willing to first invest the time. They want get rich quick schemes and often start businesses without basic skills. Most people do it "their way" instead of investing in the study of their proposed business and the building of a team of competent advisors.
Great business plans come from entrepreneurs willing to delay immediate gratification. They take risks and invest the time and energy necessary to gain relevant experience and education. They are not afraid of making mistakes or failing because mistakes and failure equal experience. They start small and build, recognizing experience leads to greater ability. After paying the price, true entrepreneurs gain the knowledge to build a winning plan and winning business.
Now that you know the importance of taking the time to plan, I will post tips each week for the next few weeks to help you begin creating your own business plan. And for more information, read my book Writing Winning Business Plans.


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About PRP Plazmalifting
Our blood, more precisely its plasma, contains unique growth factors that can renew the skin and make cells work effectively, as in young body. Growth factors are usually delivered to the skin via the blood vessels. However, unfortunately, due to the ageing the vessels are no longer as effective as we would like, and delivery of growth factors in the right amount does not occur. As a result, the cells work slower, the skin ages, loses color, dryness and wrinkles appear. The number of growth factors can be resumed using the plasmolifting procedure. It is also known as PRP (platelet rich plasma) therapy or blood plasma rejuvenation.
Is it for me?
Most common application of plasmolifting is for the face rejuvenation. However, plasma growth factors have a positive effect on hair treatment as well as for vaginal rejuvenation
- Age-related changes in facial skin: wrinkles, dryness
- Fine mimic wrinkles
- Prevention of stretch marks, sagging skin when losing weight
- Dryness after sunburn
- Skin regeneration after laser or chemical peeling
- Acne
- Dark spots
- Preparing for a plastic surgery or other cosmetic procedure
- Elastic skin, without wrinkles
- Shining and young color
- Moisturized skin
- The enhanced inner protection from infections and aging
- Elimination of ageing manifestations: pigmentation, etc.
- When using plasma hair lifting for hair: hair loss is slowing down already on the 3rd day after the procedure; Eliminates dandruff, reduces fatty hair, accelerates the growth of healthy hair
Step by step
Only a doctor during an examination at the consultation can determine exactly whether you need a lifting procedure with PRP to solve existing problems. Also during the examination, the doctor prescribes a treatment regimen - this can be just a face plasmolifting (a course consisting of 3-4 sessions), or for example, a combination of blood plasma rejuvenation and laser rejuvenation. The appointed scheme will be chosen individually for the solution of your problems.
Plasma face lifting (as well as hair) begins with the patient's venous blood sampling (up to 60 ml total). Then, using special equipment, plasma is separated from the other parts of blood. Now it contains the most valuable growth factors that restore and rejuvenate skin cells. Rejuvenation with blood plasma is possible for the following areas - the face, neck, décolleté lines, hands, inner thighs, buttocks, back, hands.
Plasmolifting is the use of patient's own blood plasma, so the procedure is considered absolutely safe. However, after PRP therapy, you should refrain from visiting the sauna or pool. You will be able to observe the effect of the procedure a few weeks after the procedure of plasmolifting.
Plasmolifting in Kyiv at the ANA-COSMO clinic is not only combined with other rejuvenating procedures, but can be prescribed as a preparation step for a plastic surgery.


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Starting a small business seems to be as easy as coming up with some unique idea that can earn you money and then working hard to make it a reality. It all sounds wonderful at the beginning, but as we get to the details, we come to know about the shortcomings that we may likely face after starting the business.
First few months may seem easier, but it is really difficult to maintain the growth of your business even when you get ample attention in the initial phase. Sometimes, companies succeed in gathering attention in the very beginning but retaining clients and involving with new ones is the most crucial part of any business.
Here are some tips that can help you take your small business to a much higher level:
#Timing matters
Even if you have got a great business idea and a realistic business plan, timing of launching your startup matters. You have to research much about the target market, competitors, and demand of your product or service in the marketplace.
If your product or service is too ahead of time, you will need to either wait for the market to catch up or mould your services according to the current requirements of the market. Also, if your product already exists in the market, you need to think of ways to make it different from your competitors.
#Have your own definition of growth
Sometimes, more seems less, just because we underrate it, with our dreams soaring in the sky. Before starting your business, you need to have your own definition of growth and success. You need to have a goal and have a checklist that will help you reach that mark.
Preparing yourself mentally is the crucial first step, which you need to take before getting ahead. When you evaluate all the aspects of the business, it may not seem as wonderful as the one that you dreamt of, but once you accomplish your goal, it will be totally worth it.
#Embrace technology
Almost 60% of the owners of small businesses regret that they didn't use technology. Technology provides numerous ways to promote and manage your small business. It is a better alternative to the traditional marketing techniques and targets a wide range of potential clients or customers.
If your idea is unique, there probably exist some technologies that can help you implement your business plan. Plus, technology also helps you to take your business to a global level.


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Again a post on music. As you may notice, music is one of my great passions. I love to listen to good music, and I consider music as good, if it really gets you. Good music is something that you feel, that you can fall into and forget everything around you.
Such music is played by Helium Vola. Actually I am not a great fan, and I only like a small amount of their songs. But these songs are so enormously good, that I can listen to them over and over again. On the other side I guess for 90% of the readers reading about famous bands such as Asp and Evanescence are bored, as you already know them. So I would love to write about bands that are not that well known. Such is Helium Vola.


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President Barack Obama is preparing to travel outside Washington in the coming weeks to sell his proposal for financial regulatory reform to the country.
White House spokeswoman Amy Brundage announced the trip Sunday as Obama steps up his lobbying efforts in support of new rules for Wall Street. A showdown with Republicans on legislation in the Senate is expected later this month.


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I had seen Simon from the Great British Bake-off make a chocolate and courgette cake so thought I would give it a go! I did ask around for some recipes and was told by a few people on twitter that the BBC Good Food recipe was the best! So here it is...
350g self-raising flour
50g cocoa powder
1 tsp mixed spice
175ml extra-virgin olive oil
375g golden caster sugar
3 eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
500ml grated courgettes (measure by volume in a measuring jug, but it's about 2 medium courgettes; if using 1 overgrown one, peel first and take out seeds)
140g toasted hazelnuts , roughly chopped
For the Icing
200g dark chocolate , chopped
100ml double cream
I started off by mixing the dry ingredients together in one bowl, and the wet ingredients together in another bowl like so...
|the butter in the background is misleading, no butter in the recipe!
I then added the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until they had just combined. The recipe warned not to over-mix, although this would of been difficult as the mixture was really thick and heavy so a bit tough on the old arms.
-note to self: must go to the gym more-
Once the mixture had combined, I then folded in the toasted/chopped hazlenuts. The gloopy mixture was then popped into a springform cake tin and baked for 45-50 mins. (Mine came out at 48 minutes).
As you can see the tip cracked slightly (i.e alot), however, the inside of the cake was deliciously moist and chocolatey.
|Cracked quite a lot, but didnt dry out in the middle
For the chocolate topping I simply brought 100ml of double cream to the boil, and then poured it over 200g of dark chocolate, stirred until fully melted and yummy. Once this has cooled slightly and thickened I simple drizzled it over the whole cake, and let it dribble down the sides.
|Dribbly chocolate!
|Om nom nom nom...
Unfortunately the boyfriend decided he doesn't like hazelnuts (which I didn't know!) so yet another cake which I will be forced to eat all myself! What a shame.
Source - Good Food Chocolate and Courgette Cake


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Author: Marissa Meyer
First Published: November 10th, 2015
Series: The Lunar Chronicles #4
Genre: YA, Fantasy, Romance
Available As: Hardcover, paperback, ebook
Pages: 827
My Copy: Ebook
My Rating: 9/10
Goodreads Summary:
Princess Winter is admired by the Lunar people for her grace and kindness, and despite the scars that mar her face, her beauty is said to be even more breathtaking than that of her stepmother, Queen Levana.
Winter despises her stepmother, and knows Levana won't approve of her feelings for her childhood friend—the handsome palace guard, Jacin. But Winter isn't as weak as Levana believes her to be and she's been undermining her stepmother's wishes for years. Together with the cyborg mechanic, Cinder, and her allies, Winter might even have the power to launch a revolution and win a war that's been raging for far too long.
Can Cinder, Scarlet, Cress, and Winter defeat Levana and find their happily ever afters?
Winter despises her stepmother, and knows Levana won't approve of her feelings for her childhood friend—the handsome palace guard, Jacin. But Winter isn't as weak as Levana believes her to be and she's been undermining her stepmother's wishes for years. Together with the cyborg mechanic, Cinder, and her allies, Winter might even have the power to launch a revolution and win a war that's been raging for far too long.
Can Cinder, Scarlet, Cress, and Winter defeat Levana and find their happily ever afters?
I loved, loved, loved this book! I don't even know where to begin. It was so difficult to put down the book once I started reading it. There were so many cliffhangers and I was so scared that Meyer would pull a Riordan and not tell us about each characters' ending. But she did, thank goodness. :)
Alert: this review contains spoilers! Read at your own risk! :)
Cinder, or Selene, is leading the revolution against Queen Levana. Cinder has matured a lot over the series, when she started off as a unknown cyborg to a leader. Many people look to her for support and she is there to give it. But we can still see that she's insecure: she has no idea if the people of Luna would accept her rule or not. That's pretty intimidating, right? Putting these worries aside, she does all that she can to make sure Levana will be usurped. It was a tough battle, but Cinder won out. At the end of the book, Cinder was crowned as the queen of Lunar. From the meeting she had with the Earth representatives, it was fairly obvious that Cinder is willing to change things for the better, and will try to fix the tense relationship between Lunar and Earth. I think that she would make a good ruler, despite her deciding to dissolve the monarchy. Oh well. I guess it's for the best. Luna has suffered too much under the royalty's rule.
Winter was not the person I imagined - but this isn't necessarily bad! We catch a glimpse of her in Cress, but we didn't have much insight to her character. In this book, we find out that Winter has gone a bit crazy because she refuses to use her Lunar abilities no matter what. She's a sweet girl and she gets what she wants, despite everything. Her beauty makes others stare and want to help her out, and she also has a child-like, innocent aura about her. However, during the battle, Aimery was threatening both Winter and her friends, so in a fit of madness, she used her abilities to manipulate Scarlet into stabbing him to death. This showed us that Winter will do what she feels is necessary when her friends are in the face of danger.
What about Scarlet? She's still the fiery girl that we've come to know throughout the series. Being stuck in Winter's menagerie didn't affect her as much as it would've, and she managed to keep her sanity intact. I liked how - despite everything - she decided to help Winter. The two of them fought their way out to reunite with Cinder and co. I was scared for them, hoping that they wouldn't be found out. Luckily, their escape attempt was successful, thanks to Jacin. At the end of the book, Scarlet decided to lay low for a bit, before returning to her farm with Wolf. I think it's kinda cute how the two of them will live ordinary lives in a secluded town in France. After everything, I think they deserve a normal life.
I haven't forgotten Cress! She's really clever and good with technology, so she was the mastermind behind all videos. Using her skills, Cress has saved all of them many times. In Winter, it's evident that she's willing to sacrifice herself if it means Cinder will bring down Levana. She knows what she is doing, except when it comes to Thorne. She loves him, he loves her. It's that obvious. But for the two of them? It took them two books until they finally admitted their true feelings out loud. The scene was really cute. I was squealing out loud. :) My favourite part was when Thorne asked if Cress would like to work on the Rampion with him and he promised to show her the world. <3 Those two are so sweet.
All four of these ships are great. There is no one ship I prefer over the other one. Kai and Cinder are sweet and calm. Wolf and Scarlet are fiery and passionate. Cress and Thorne are cute and adorable. Jacin and Winter are gentle and quiet. All of their relationships are so different, but each completely suit them. I wish we could see Jacin and Winter's relationship develop a bit more, but it was strong since the beginning.
Levana! What do you think about her? Throughout the series, we see her as cruel and power-hungry. She's the bad guy. The enemy. The antagonist. We all want her to go down. However, in the scene where Cinder confronts Levana in the throne room, we get to see more of Levana as a human/Lunar, and not a queen. She's disfigured from scars and burns, which provokes the question, what happened to her? We also learn (from Levana's point of view) that Channery, Cinder's mother, may not have been the nice, charming woman we all thought she was. But are her words true? In this scene, Levana was feeling her most vulnerable and disheartened, so I guess there isn't much of a reason for her to lie. I guess we will only find out the truth when we read her book, Fairest, which I have yet to do. I feel a little bit bad for Levana, but this doesn't excuse her actions.
This was a great conclusion to the series, and I'm a little sad that it's over already. I still remember the days when Cinder was the only published book. Ah well. I know I won't forget all the characters for a long time, and I hope to reread it someday in the future! :)
My Chosen Quote:
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