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I bought a bottle for $28 and would be willing to spend more after tasting this. Caramel, vanilla, and oak flavors with no burn. Good looking bottle also.
molasses. dry!
i smell vanilla and toffee notes. spicy elements at the same height.maybe some tobacco notes and some fruit.
i taste toffee, prune and honey. bold wood. almond in the back. a little bit raw with some sharp edges.
7/10 - drop 5 points if your best rum is the diplomatico or plantation xo barbados!
a nice heavy rum without sugar. good starter, the 18y old is much better!
This is a warn rum that just hits the right balance between smoothness and flavour great if you just have some nice quiet time to sit and drink
Second favorite run so far, the 23 year being my favorite. I would rate it 9.5 overall but with the price factored in I felt rounding up would be the best choice.
Price is weighed lightly in my rating. I paid $28 for a 750ml bottle, absolute steal for the price.
Enough said....not overly spicy...not bland. Just smooth
EDIT: I'm finishing off the final bottle and wanted to give it another go. I added some water this time to try and open up the flavor. Definitely a bit better than the first go. I'm still getting an odd mix of flavors and the bitter taste is still there which I'm not sure if coming from the oak or a possible dried fruit. I wonder if they tried to put too much complexity into this. I think letting it sit longer may be the secret to this. The strong alcohol and vanilla is slowly turning into banana (laffy taffy). Will update later with my final conclusion, but I did give it another star.
First: Opening up the bottle was definitely not what I expected it to be. Alcohol with a faint sweetness. What did I buy?! Once poured, a tinge of vanilla mixed with a slight molasses under tone.
First Taste: Alcohol, vanilla, burn. Somebody said dried tropical fruit. Is this a Jaimacan? No...wait...bitter, sour...pepper?
Sitting in a rocks glass for 5-10 minutes: Bloom of vanilla...taste...pepper, alcohol...bitter after taste.
Honestly, at this point, I am not a fan. Nothing about this rum makes me want to come back. Was looking at the 18Yr...I'm going to pass. I'm not sure what the big deal is about this rum. Maybe I prefer a bit sweeter rum? I find the character hard to pinpoint. It feels like it's lost between Barbados and Jamaica. I may try adding a bit of sugar to it. Maybe some water or ice. I do compliment the bottle though. Very nice presentation. Looks wonderful. For comparison sake, I'm using Mt. Gay XO and Pilar 24 as the competition.
where i live this stuff is cheap compared to other states which i was surprised. after trying it after a whim i was like wow this is great stuff. got alot of oak and smoke flavors (which if you like that then ull like that).
Good Rum for the price
I did expect a little more after reading the ratings. It is a good rum, the smell is really nice but behind the little sting of alcohol doesn´t come as much as i would liked.
Un rhum que je ne connaissais pas et qui a vraiment été une bonne surprise! Aussi chouette au nez qu'en bouche!
A delicious sipper, wonderfully complex yet smooth and not overly sweet. A fantastic value for the price.
Priced right. Great bottle. Fine sipping rum. You will be back.
Nice amber color, tad sweet but balanced vanilla and oak notes. Good value for a no burn sipper.
I tried it clean, tried it on ice, and never really found the complex flavors everyone's talking about. This is a decent rum, but a diplomatico is similarly priced and much better.
This rum is a great sipper rum. Nice and smooth with no burn. All the wonderful favors of vanilla and oak are present providing a well balanced drink. The bottle is quite unique and sexy.
Taste like the grass from my lawn . maybe its nust me idk . i wont try again.
Det er en okay fin rom, dig fortrækker jeg at varme den op med fingrene, så forsvinder den sprittede smag meget og der kommer flere smags noter frem 👍🏻
For the price, this is in my top three. It's extremely smooth
and has a wonderful aroma. Try it, you won't regret it!
It's so smooth. Rich but elegant. No need to mix this. I like best on the rocks as this brings out so many flavors for the palate to enjoy. Should be on everyone's shelf.
I really enjoy this Rum. Smooth. Looking forward to trying the 18 and 21 versions
Yep, smooth. Just slightly sweet on the tongue, with a hint of spice. Then a touch of oak. Would drink again, but I'm now interested in the 18 and 23 to see what the profile differences are.
My rum experience is pretty limited. After reading through comments on rum ratings I got some. Price and taste make this my go to :)
Smooth and subtly sweet. No chaser needed! Great on the rocks.
Beautifully done without being overly sweet. Made for sipping straight, an amazing bottle that was like 35.00 when I bought it... I also bought the 19 and the 24. I have yet to try the 23 the 19 was beautiful but I preferred the 12.
This one has been on my list for awhile. Finally noticed one bottle sitting on the shelf and snagged it. Love it! Sweet, yet not overly. A little smokiness and a hint of oak bitterness. Definitely would buy again.
Served over a chunk of iceberg this is hands down the best rum I have sipped on. Beautiful full flavour and a unique decadent aroma.


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Eleanor Matthews
Eleanor Matthews is a fiction writer based in Bristol (UK). Her short stories have appeared in print and online, in magazines such as Popshot, Litro, Unsung, Prole, Haverthorn and Elbow Room. In 2017, she was selected for a Penguin WriteNow insight day. She also featured on BBC Radio 4's Tweet of the Day program, talking about magpies and the writing process. To support her creative projects, Eleanor has worked as a professional editor for various universities and charities. She is represented by Niki Chang at The Good Literary Agency.
Chad Anderson
Chad B. Anderson is a writer and editor living in Washington, D.C. Born and raised in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, he earned his B.A. from University of Virginia and his M.F.A. in creative writing from Indiana University, where he served as fiction editor for Indiana Review. He has been a resident at the Ledig House International Writers' Colony, and his fiction is published in Salamander Review, Black Warrior Review, Nimrod International Journal, The Best American Short Stories 2017, and Clockhouse (forthcoming, July 2018). He has also published an essay with The Hairsplitter as well as several articles and reports on higher education through various academic periodicals and organizations.
Sara Batkie
Sara Batkie is the author of the story collection Better Times, which won the 2017 Prairie Schooner Prize and is forthcoming from University of Nebraska Press in September 2018. She received her MFA from New York University. Stories of hers have been honored with a 2017 Pushcart Prize and a notable mention in the 2011 edition of Best American Short Stories. She was born in Bellevue, Washington and grew up mostly in Iowa, but currently makes her home in Brooklyn where she works as the Writing Programs Director for The Center for Fiction.
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First and foremost
I want to thank all of you for your wonderful support during our recent gruelling time...see previous post.
Our biggest takeaway has been how many lovely friends we have. So many supportive comments and actions were performed around this moment. Far outweighing the couple of idiots who live in fear.
This week we rebuild a computer courtesy of a friend's massive skillz!
We also visit the Australian War Memorial for a talk about musical instruments from WW1,
where we visit our favourite exhibit...the planes!
(Here are some photos Aiden took there.)
And finally Miles attempts to teach me to fly on IL2 Battle of Stalingrad...without success!
Please join us once again in our unschooling adventure.
Til next time, keep on creating!
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Parenting ruined my brilliant brain!
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Luckily, these goof-ups don't involve anything concerning Little Dude (except burning his food a couple of times!), which is slightly ironic because I remember every little thing that I'm supposed to do for him. I'm not sure if there are any studies related to this, but I think that once attributed with parental responsibilities, the brain does some housekeeping and gets rid of all the boxes labelled 'world politics' and 'financial reforms', 'carefree thoughts' and such!
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Y'all know that the farther south you go, the bigger the hair and the fancier the dresses as far as football games. At UK it's pretty big, and you'll see everything from a tee-shirt and norts to a bedazzled blue dress and nude pumps. I like to think that I stay somewhere in the middle, and today I'm showing you my looks for the first 3 UK games.
August 31: UT Martin
Season opener! Meredith and I headed to Commonwealth for an early-morning noon game against University of Tennessee at Martin. The Cats came out with a win and got off on a great foot for this season.
What I Wore: INC Top (similar), AE Jeans, Jack Rogers
September 6: Ohio University
Pro-tip: always be prepared for any weather! A game that had not a cloud in the sky for the first three quarters ended with a downpour. Thank goodness I had brought my (monogrammed) rain jacket into Commonwealth. We actually ended up having a blast watching UK come out with the win while staying somewhat dry.
What I Wore: Marley Lilly rain jacket, Ray Ban sunglasses
September 13: Florida
Our first away game of the season against one of our biggest rivals. While we may not have come out with the win, the Cats played hard against the Florida Gators losing by a touchdown in three overtimes. We had some friends over to watch the game and ended up having a great time on our back porch around the fire pit watching (apologies to our neighbors.)
What I Wore: North Face pullover, Scarf (similar), AE Jeans, Converse sneakers, Ray Ban sunglasses
Next weekend is sadly an off weekend for the Wildcats, but soon after we're back for many more match-ups against the likes of Vanderbilt, South Carolina (I'm looking at you, Cathleen), LSU, all my favorite SEC schools. I'll be back with many more outfits to support Big Blue Nation in the weeks to come.
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Anyone who professes to being a C-82 addict, like the author,
will know all about the C-82 graveyard at Long Beach Airport.
Long Beach was the hub of C-82 activities in the 1960's as Steward-Davis was located there doing Jet-Packet conversions
and general C-82 maintenance. They had a large array of C-82 aircraft in various liveries and conditions along the flight-line,
but when the market went sour in the mid-1960's the Packets were parked up in storage. With engines stripped and sold,
the airframes became a curiosity to passers-by and aviation photographers who cared enough to record them.
By 1969-1970 a tightly packed group of Packets at Long Beach consisted of: N136E (44-22981), N4833V (44-23031),
N53228 (44-23036), N6985C (44-23046), CP-693 (45-57766), XA-LOJ (45-57740) and XA-LOK (45-57756).
Elsewhere on the apron was the still flying / operational N6887C (44-23015) and a C-82 fuselage (possibly 44-23052).
Below is a montage of photos collected during the last remaining years of these unique aircraft.
Rare color shot of N136E taken in 1967 and still with the remnants of it's old
Honduran Air Force livery. N53228 to the left and the tail of CP-693 on the right.
A very worn N4833V, veteran of the 1965 film The Flight of the Phoenix - the livery of
which it still carries in this shot from the late 1960's. N6985C in the background.
Photo: Andre van Loon Collection.
This C-82 was originally delivered to Mexicana Airlines as XA-LOL with dorsal-fillets.
Registered to go to Bolivia in 1960 as CP-693 it was never delivered even though the rego
was applied to the aircraft. Herb Steward acquired it and three or four other Packets from
Mexicana in 1962 and returned them all to Long Beach for re-sale. The two Vultee BT-13
Valiants in the background are presumably Val candidates for Tora! Tora! Tora!, ten of
which were acquired at the time of this photo in May, 1968.
N136E to the left and N6985C to the rear.
Photo: Richard Vandervord Collection.
One of the Mexicana Packets, XA-LOK, at Long Beach on July 25, 1969. This aircraft
was assigned US registration N1799 but was not taken up. XA-LOJ to the left
and N136E in the background.
Photo: Andre van Loon Collection.
The fictional movie company / livery of the Arabco Oil Co. still adorns this C-82A, N53228,
once a crop sprayer for the Master Equipment Co. in Wyoming. The wings and booms still
show the remnants of the Packet's military career as an SC-82A in the Air Rescue Squadrons
of MATS. The fuselage of N53228 (like N4833V), is a veteran of the 1965 James Stewart
film The Flight of the Phoenix. N136E to the right in background.
Photo: Bruce Orriss / 1970.
N6985C is something of a mystery aircraft...converted as a Jet-Packet 3400, FAA records
show it never had any leases or significant history to speak of. Theres no pictures of
it away from Long Beach and the aircraft has always been seen in such pristine
condition as to make one think it might have been a demonstrator Packet?
CP-693 with an odd clamshell door in the background.
Photo: Bruce Orriss / 1970.
One of the last pictures ever taken of the Long Beach derelicts in 1972, just before they
were scrapped. Now shifted off the airport apron, Mexicana's XA-LOJ, along with
N6985C (right), N136E and CP-693 (both not in frame) are now housed in what looks
to be a disused storage area at the back of the airport.
Home - C-82 Packet


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Oreganum vulgare
Light yellow
Powerful, spicy, camphor
Extraction Method
Oregano oil is extracted by the process of steam distillation
Constituents and Chemical Composition
Carvacrol, thymol, p-cymene, cis-ocimene, caryophyllene and linalool
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- Can offer support in cases of bacterial infection of the respiratory system (brochial infection) or gastrointestional system
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- A new international Master's in Life Sciences and Health
- A better understanding of the molecular mechanisms of assembly of some viruses
- Université Paris-Sud warmly welcomed its international students
- Five Researchers from Université Paris-Sud have been honoured by the Academy of Science
- Paris Sud students experience weightlessness
- Four internationally-renowned figures are awarded Doctor Honoris Causa degrees by Université Paris-Sud
- An international programme in English for future sports event managers
- Visit by an American delegation
- The Emerald : a jewell to understand the evolution of early massive galaxies
- Université Paris-Sud will host the French Anti-Doping Agency at its Orsay campus
- HIV : Preventing entry into the cell
- 2017 News
- The Paris-Sud official shop is open
- Paris-Sud University, still among the Top 50 best universities worldwide
- And it was a success... like a flower
- Ultra-Fast Molecular Movie
- Cosmic rays with an extragalactic origin !
- Gravitational waves : fourth merger of black holes observed by LIGO-Virgo
- From Sotchi to the Faculty of Sport Science
- First observation of merging neutron stars
- Antibiotics affects the efficacy of immunotherapy
- Visit by a delegation of 19 representatives from Chinese universities
- Interview of Narendra Singh, our local EIT kickoff winner
- The turbulence of gravitational waves put into an equation
- Rosetta is revealing new secrets about the composition of comet 67P
- The Heating Rate in the Magnetic Environment around the Earth Estimated for the First Time
- 2019 News
- Science and society
"Success story" for the Erasmus Mundus SERP-Chem Master's
The Erasmus Mundus SERP-Chem (Surface, Electro, Radiation and Photo–Chemistry) Master's has just been accredited as a "Success Story" by the European Commission. This is a major recognition and a real guarantee of quality for this international course co-ordinated by UPSud/UPSaclay in partnership with three European universities.
Already nearly 130 students from 43 different countries have graduated from the Master's, which will celebrate its 10th anniversary in September 2018. Since September 2017, it has moved into a new phase with the launch of the SERP+ Master's. It is aimed at students from all over the world, who want to have both a competitive and unique education, covering a broad spectrum of the chemistry and physical chemistry of materials, making it possible to work at an international level in very diverse fields, such as nanoscience, nanomedicine, renewable energy, or innovative materials.
The SERP-Chem Master's is co-ordinated by UPSud/UPSaclay in partnership with three other European universities: University of Genoa (Italy), Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznan (Poland) and University of Porto (Portugal).
This type of course, supported by the European Commission, fulfils Université Paris-Saclay's ambition to develop international courses in order to attract new international students, but also to give our students the opportunity to internationalise their studies.
The good practices of the "Success stories"
When awarding the "Success story" label, the European Commission's experts wanted to distinguish the course "for its relevance, impact, innovative results and creative approach." This rewards the work of the teaching and administrative teams at Université Paris-Sud and its partner universities.
The award of this label makes it easier for all members of the European higher education community to identify the good practices of these courses which may serve as inspiration for other initiatives. As part of the Erasmus+ programme, the European Commission has in fact developed a database which identifies all the programmes it supports in the areas of education, training, youth and sport.
Eva Renouf – SERP+ Master's Manager - email@example.com (master.serp @ u-psud.fr)
Sandrine Lacombe – Vice-President of International Relations at Université Paris-Sud and Director of SERP+ Master's – sandrine.lacombe @ u-psud.fr (sandrine.lacombe @ u-psud.fr)
Website: www.master-serp.eu


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Isn't John cute in his scooter? LOL!
We rented the scooter just so we can ride around Bourbon St. and nearby streets. Parking is scarce so we usually just leave our vehicle in the hotel parking lot and just walk here. Someone offered to take our picture cause she said this is a "Kodak moment", lol.
We take my mom too when she is visiting. She is 91 years old now but can still walk around.
They say I look like my mom, do I? Anyway, behind me is St. Louis Cathedral, located next to Jackson Square on the French Quarter and facing the Mississippi River. It is the oldest continually operating Catholic Cathedral in US.
View from the hotel room window.
Old Ursuline Convent from the 1700's is the oldest building in the Mississippi Valley and the first girls' school in Louisiana. It was ran by the Ursuline nuns from France to relieve the poor and the sick and provide education for young girls.


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Snooping on teens reduces their American individualism
Downtown D.C.'s booming Gallery Place corridor has lately been plagued by disruptive, loitering teens. Two weeks ago, after meeting with District officials, business owners hit on a novel solution: installing the latest in crowd-control technology outside the Chinatown Metro entrance.
Like a reverse dog whistle, the "Mosquito" emits a piercing beep at a frequency only young ears can hear. "Cool stuff," brags a spokesman for the British company selling the device. "Drives kids crazy."
Nobody likes getting jostled by unruly punks, but there's something a tad creepy about "fixing" the problem with a human "bug zapper" — a machine that harasses guilty and innocent alike.
Kids are getting used to this sort of thing, though. This generation has been poked, prodded, monitored, and controlled more than any other in American history.
When you look at our public schools, which educrats are busily turning into high-tech dystopias, you wonder how the regimented teen is supposed to grow up into an independent, free-thinking citizen.
Several school districts have begun tracking students' whereabouts with radio-frequency chips in student ID cards. "Information from those sensors is displayed on a map of the school," explains a Richmond, Calif., administrator, letting school officials, like counterterror agents on 24, pinpoint the students' location at any time.
Earlier this year it emerged that a Pennsylvania school district used "anti-theft" software in school-issued laptops to surreptitiously take thousands of webcam snapshots of students in their own homes. The federal government recently declined to prosecute the administrators, but such programs clearly bring enormous potential for abuse.
Public education is increasingly coming to resemble a 12-year shuffle through a giant TSA security line, with drug-sniffing dogs and "zero-tolerance" policies that make pocketknives and aspirin grounds for arrest and expulsion.
Children raised in this atmosphere grow up far more deferential to authority than their elders. William Strauss and Neil Howe, authors of Millennials Rising, call the generation born after 1981 "America's New Conformists," favoring "political order" over individualism.
Millennials' confidence in the federal government is 14 percent higher than older generations', according to a new report from the Obama-phile Center for American Progress. That study purports to explain "why and how the Millennial Generation is the most pro-government generation and what this means for our future." I can answer that last bit. It means: Be afraid; Be very afraid.
Generational changes in parenting philosophy have surely contributed to Millennials' pro-authority bent. Gone are the days when mom shoved you outside in the morning, telling you to get home by dark.
Howe and Strauss document a rapid decrease in unstructured free time for kids growing up in the '90s. But even if government policy isn't the only factor driving the new conformity, the schools shouldn't strive to make it worse.
Britain has been a pioneer in building a school system that conditions students for life in a cradle-to-grave surveillance state. It's no surprise that the "Mosquito" is a British import.
That may be changing, thanks to the civil-libertarian-leaning Cameron-Clegg government. Among the coalition's first moves were revoking schools' authority to demand children's fingerprints, and shutting down Labor's ContactPoint database of personal information on all 11 million Britons under 18 (slogan: "every child matters.") "The culture of snooping and mistrust has become so ingrained that we must tackle it with renewed vigor," said Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg.
Too often today, our schools actively promote that culture, quashing independence in the name of student security. The good news is, as our cousins across the pond are showing, that trend can be reversed.
Socialism vs. God
Sanity vs Honor? Socialism vs God? The debate is not new, hip or modern. It is a centuries old debate.
1790, France, the revolutionaries tried to establish the cult of Reason as an attempt get rid of Christianity.
The National Assembly took over the responsibilities of the Church, which included caring for the poor and the sick. The revolutionaries proceeded forward to take care of everything in France. They did such a wonderful job that four years later the Guillotine was working really hard to instill order in the country, spreading terror instead of love.
The print, according to the US Library of Congress, shows monks and nuns enjoying their new found liberty, some are loading possessions onto horses and wagons, some embrace, one couple kisses while another rides off together on horseback." Translation: "Decree of the National Assembly which dissolved all orders of monks and nuns. Tuesday, February 16, 1790.
Fast forward to 1873, Saint Petersburg, Russian Empire, Fyodor Dostoyevsky is reflecting on his past relationship with the famous critic Belnskiy, whose work for 'Westernizing' the czardom was inspiration for future communists. 1873 was decades before the Reds toppled the crosses and the bells of the Russian Orthodox churches.
"He knew that the moral principles are the basis for everything. He believed in the new moral principles of socialism (which to date, however, has shown nothing but vile distortions of nature and common sense) to the point of folly with no reflection at all: here there was only enthusiasm.
But as a socialist he first had to dethrone Christianity. He knew that revolution must necessarily begin with atheism. He had to dethrone the religion that provided the moral foundation of the society he was rejecting. He radically rejected the family, the private property, and the moral responsibility of the individual. Certainly he understood that in denying the individual moral responsibility he was also denying personal freedom; but he believed with all his being … that socialism would not only not destroy personal freedom but would, to the contrary, restore it to unheard-of grandeur, but on a new adamantine foundation.
There remained, however the radiant personality of Christ himself, which was most difficult to contend with.
Fyodor Dostoyevsky, The Writer's Diary, Old People
The debate is really about what are the common moral values.
'Personal responsibility' vs 'government that cares'. Individuals taking care of themselves, their family and neighbors vs. cesars, kings, emperors, popes, presidents and general secretaries taking care of individuals.
Socialism gaves the people the perfect excuse to blame somebody else for their problems. Here is the socialist principle that was circulating in 1850s in the Russian Empire (as explained by Belinsky debating Dostoyevsky on the role of God in society):
Do you know that man's sins cannot be counted against him and that he cannot be laden down with obligation to turn the other cheek when society is set up in such a mean fashion that a man cannot help but do wrong; economic factors alone lead him to do wrong, and it is absurd and cruel to demand from a man something which the very laws of nature make it impossible for him to carry out, even if he wanted to…
Socialism gave the people the green light to blame somebody else for their own wrongdoings and to fight those who they blame for their misfortune (about 80 million folks were killed in the process).
Today America is debating again the moral values of personal responsibility vs. victimhood. It is amazing that for hundreds of years the same debate is still alive. It is so much easier to blame somebody else. It is so easy that if it was working we all would have been socialists by now.
Unfortunately for the socialists after they get rid of the people who they blame (and run out of their money) comes a time when there is nobody else to blame. This is the time when, out of necessity, everybody goes back to personal responsibility and starts rebuilding… until they find somebody new to blame.
Australia: Woman charged for false rape report
False rape claims are common in Britain. Is that cathching on in Australia? Feminists used to say that false rape claims don't happen and they probably still do
A 21-YEAR-OLD Melbourne woman who claimed she was raped on a beachside track in broad daylight will be charged with making a false report to police.
The woman told police she was jogging on a dirt track beside The Esplanade in Mount Martha, south of Melbourne, when she was attacked just after 5.30pm (AEST) on September 13.
Police today said detectives had completed their investigation and were now satisfied no such event happened.
"Police wish to allay community fears and reinforce the fact that this incident did not occur and there is no one sought in relation to the matter," a police spokeswoman said. "The 21-year-old woman is expected to be charged on summons with making a false report to police."
The woman had told police she was startled by a man standing on the dirt track exposing himself. She said the man tackled her to the ground, removed her pants and then sexually assaulted her on the track. She told police the attack only stopped when she bit him on the neck. She then fled to a nearby house to raise the alarm.
Everyone is special in the therapy culture
A new report blames teachers for overdiagnosing kids with special needs. But the whole of society is playing this game
There are currently 8.5 million schoolchildren in England. There's nothing particularly startling about that. What is incredible though is this: 1.7 million of them – that is, nearly a quarter – have been diagnosed as suffering from a special educational need (SEN).
Though there are varying gradations of SEN, from the severely disabled to the merely hyperactive, that is still a remarkable number of children with needs considered special. Indeed, given that so many are now requiring extra support, special needs are ceasing to appear quite so special.
What's more, the number of kids with learning disabilities is rising. In 2003, there were 1,169,780 diagnoses of the less severe level 1 and level 2 SEN. This year, the figure had risen to 1,470,900. Those with more severe impediments are also increasing, with a three per cent rise in level 3 SEN diagnoses in the same period.
Now, if it seems improbable that English children are increasingly afflicted with learning diabilities, especially given the concomitant year-on-year improvement in GCSE and A-Level grades, then last week's report from Ofsted calling for schools 'to stop identifying pupils as having SEN' and concentrate on teaching might seem welcome. As Ofsted's chief inspector Christine Gilbert said: 'We felt that schools and teachers were well intentioned but they were over-diagnosing the problems - teachers in the classroom weren't confident they could deal with the problem. We feel teachers and schools need to have more confidence about looking at what are the barriers to learning.'
This is surely a positive recognition on the part of officialdom that too many surmountable problems are being passed off as special needs - right? After all, as the Ofsted report points out, to diagnose a pupil lacking the motivation to revise before his GCSEs as suffering from an SEN sounds more like an abdication of pedagogic responsibility than pastoral concern. But there are problems with Ofsted's report, and they lie in its diagnosis of what is behind the problem of ever-expanding special needs, its examination of why this is happening.
For Ofsted, or at least those interpreting Ofsted's report, it seems that it is all the schools' fault. They are seduced by the extra funding that comes with SEN diagnoses and their teachers are glad of the extra help that the funding provides. Not only that, expanding SEN diagnoses tap into a 'culture of excuses'. That is, according to the Ofsted report, some schools are passing off their poor academic performance as a consequence of having a high number of special needs pupils. No wonder Christine Blower of the National Union of Teachers considered the report 'insulting'.
Can everything really be laid at the feet of cynical and opportunist schools? Aside from the fact that there is no actual money to be made from getting a kid with poor concentration diagnosed with a SEN, the phenomenon of medicalising, of pathologising, many everyday behaviours is hardly limited to schools. And it is this broader therapeutic culture, where many social and individual problems are increasingly turned into diagnostic categories, that lies at the root of the rapid expansion of SEN in schools. Schools may be playing a game, but the terms of that game have been politically and socially determined. Given the attempt to pin the blame solely on schools, it is little wonder that the Lib-Con coalition's solution of 'overhaul[ling] the system' and 'improv[ing] diagnosis and assessment' is so underwhelming.
That the root of the problem lies not within schools but within the society in which they acquire their meaning and purpose becomes clear with the example of that increasingly common SEN diagnosis: dyslexia. Back in 2007, as reported by James Panton on spiked, Durham University education professor Julian Elliott made the news by saying that there was little scientific evidence for dyslexia. This was not to suggest that certain people are pretending to have difficulty reading and writing. Rather, he was arguing that the criteria for diagnosis was so variable, so broad – from mentally inverting letters to untidy writing – that it was, well, meaningless. Hence the diagnosis could proliferate so rapidly.
So, if dyslexia is not a medical phenomenon, then what accounts for the fact that it is being more commonly diagnosed? Elliott's explanation is key: '[The condition] persists as a construct largely because it serves an emotional, not a scientific, function.' That is, in a society in which we, as its increasingly isolated, individuated members, pale before big social or, in this case, educational problems and challenges, it becomes easier to turn them into facts of life, of nature. It is emotionally reassuring that there is nothing that can be done about the challenges we face.
No doubt the emotional benefits of this trick of the light are great. If your child is struggling at school, it's a relief to know that it is not because he is lazy or thick. And if you yourself have trouble with your spelling, it is a weight lifted to know that it is not your fault. So while the Department of Education might not be able to solve any large-scale educational problems, it can certainly make people feel better about these problems.
But the problems with hyperactive diagnoses of this type are twofold. First, they devalue the existence of genuinely inhibiting conditions. So, for children suffering from a severe mental disability, for children struggling to overcome a genuine impediment to learning, their travails are rendered equivalent to those of a child who makes a lot of noise while running around, or as they're otherwise known these days: an ADHD sufferer.
Secondly, the expansion of SEN diagnoses does a disservice to those children tagged with a mild condition. It doesn't encourage children to strive, to improve their reading, to develop their mental arithmetic skills; instead it reconciles them to their troubles. It explains failure, even makes children feel good about these failures.
In the context of expanding SEN diagnoses, poor spelling or a lack of concentration cease to be problems to be overcome; they are just the way things are. The prospect of low achievement ceases to be a spur to doing better - it becomes an SEN-diagnosed child's destiny.
Political correctness is most pervasive in universities and colleges but I rarely report the incidents concerned here as I have a separate blog for educational matters.
American "liberals" often deny being Leftists and say that they are very different from the Communist rulers of other countries. The only real difference, however, is how much power they have. In America, their power is limited by democracy. To see what they WOULD be like with more power, look at where they ARE already very powerful: in America's educational system -- particularly in the universities and colleges. They show there the same respect for free-speech and political diversity that Stalin did: None. So look to the colleges to see what the whole country would be like if "liberals" had their way. It would be a dictatorship.
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IBIS Full HD Special
The Ibis FHD is an ideal tool for users with low vision for use at home, at work or within an educational environment such as a school or university. Its predecessor, the Ibis HD, was a 720p camera with a seperate keypad, this unit is now 1080p and so has a much sharper image.
This unit became a 'special edition' by removing the additional keypad and placing the controls onto the camera itself. If you still like the separate keypad, we do however stock a unit called the IBIS FHD DUAL which has both the camera controls, and a separate keypad.
The Ibis FHD is a portable and stylish solution that is extremely discreet - the device looks very similar to a desk lamp! The device is easy to set up and it only takes a few seconds to start actually using the Ibis HD - it connects to any monitor or screen with a HDMI or DVI connection. Just unfold the camera, plug it into a power socket, connect it to a HD monitor and you are ready to go!
Additionally, this unit comes with built in software, and a USB 3.0 type connector to connect it to any modern computer to view the live image at up to 1920 x 1080p 60hz.
The controls for using this magnification aid are located on the back of the camera head and the buttons are extremely tactile and so are easy to use for any low vision user.
The Ibis has been designed to magnify text from printed documents such as books, newspapers, magazines, prescriptions and more. Due to the low magnification that is available it is possible to see the full page width and height of a page of A4 thus making it easy for uses to navigate magnified pages. As the IBIS FHD uses digital signals all the way from the camera to the monitor, the user will always see a sharp image even at low magnification.
Key Features
- Magnification Range: x1.85 - 42.3 on a 22" FULL HD widescreen screen
- Easy to set up - just plug in and use.
- Auto focus camera makes this an ideal tool for magnification and also writing text by hand.
- DVI, HDMI and USB 3.0 outputs are available.
- Lightweight (2kg / 4.4lbs) and compact design.
- A range of viewing modes available: Full colour, black on white, white on black, yellow on black and black on yellow.
- Exceptional Full HD image quality which enhances the user experience.
- It is possible to adjust the white balance with the IBIS FHD.


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Fire Explorer Program
Vision Statement
"To provide a positive and meaningful real-world career experience and leadership development opportunities for all teenagers and young adults in their chosen field of interest"
The City of Tulare Fire Explorer Post 298 was established in 2008. It was formed to help young people who have aspirations of becoming a firefighter/paramedic. Through classroom sessions, manipulative drills, and a ride-along program, members have been encouraged and guided towards their personal goals. The program was formed with combined efforts from the City of Tulare Fire Department and Learning for Life to meet the needs and concerns of the next generation of citizens.
Explorer's must be between 15 and 20 years of age, maintain a 2.0 grade point average, and have a professional appearance to participate. The explorers develop their knowledge in the classroom as well as the drill grounds with hands on training. Explorers will also have many opportunities to help within the community at a variety of events.
Meetings are held on the first and third Sunday of each month beginning at 1800 and completing at around 2100. Explorers are expected to attend at least 75% of the scheduled meetings, and are encouraged to attend as many as possible for their own benefit as well as their squads and the entire Post. If an Explorer is not able to attend a meeting, they are required to call in before the start of that meeting.
Areas of Emphasis
- Career Opportunities: Real World Career Skills
- Leadership Experience: Leadership Skills Employers Crave
- Life Skills: Conflict–Resolution, Problem Solving, Team Building
- Citizenship: Learn Respect For Others, Integrity
- Character Education: Ethical Decision-Making, Improve Self-Confidence
How can I join?
Candidates' interested will be contacted for an interview at which time a completed and legible application packet will be required. Upon completion of the process the candidate will be given additional information on what he/she needs to acquire for their uniform, and may start coming to our meetings to participate in training.
Advisor Contact:
Manager/Coordinator, Fire Chief Luis Nevarez
Coordinator, Captain Sergio Ruelas
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Space, anti slip outdoor tiles, by Marazzi evokes the material nature and consistency of volcanic rock. The surfaces of this collection feature a rough, uneven handle and are available in six colour shades in both warm and cool versions. Space is in porcelain stoneware and comes in a small size. Thanks to its exceptionally resistant surface, anti-slip properties and abrasion- and frost resistance, it can be used for outdoor environments such as terraces, verandas, porches and interconnecting areas between indoor and outdoor environments.
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This is a high quality Bento lunch Box Set. The bento box is well designed, great for kids, men to seniors. This set includes 2 bento lunch boxes (Total of 700 ml), 1 insulated bento lunch bag, 1 bottle. The bento box features silicone air tight clasps to keep the bento perfectly close and keep food fresh. It also comes with the bento box divider to create the portions of your food. The bento box is microwave safe, dishwasher safe, and freezer safe. This set also includes an elegant, sturdy insulated bento bag that help keep temperature of your food longer, making a great meal for you and your family. All items in this set fit in the bag perfectly and securely.
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Looking for new things to do with your family? Have you ever caught RedFish? Consider getting out with us into the beautiful waters of Tampa Bay for a half day (or maybe even for a whole day) charter. Enjoy great Florida outdoors on the water! Get some sun, fresh air, and experiences you will remember for many years to come.
There are many species of fish in our part of the Gulf of Mexico. While Florida WFC protects certain species, many are still abundant so Tampa Bay anglers can enjoy fishing all year round. So what could you catch on one of our charter trips?
Red Drum (Sciaenops ocellatus)
Red Drum, also simply called "Redfish" in Florida, are one of the most versatile and rewarding species for recreational fishermen looking to find dinner in Tampa Bay. The Redfish are big, delicious as broiled or grilled, and look great on trophy pictures, too.
Voracious eaters, Red Drum consume a variety of foods, and therefore, will go for different kinds of bait, including cut bait. Since small crustaceans found near oyster bars seem to be the Reds' favorite prey, however, large shrimp make a promising bait choice.
When to fish for RedFish
There is no specific season for Redfish–they are available all year round. Yet, there is a better chance of finding a large school of reds in mid-spring to late fall. Smaller Redfish prefer to stay together and are often found near grass flats, oyster bars, and docks. Bigger Redfish go further out into the coastal waters. In hotter months, they also hang in grass flats and around mangroves in search of shade and food until low tide forces them out. In winter, Redfish travel out into the Bay and are sometimes spotted near large schools of mullet.
Fishing for Red Drum off a boat gives an advantage of seeing fewer nuisance species, like catfish, who scavenge close to shore. However, once you catch one Redfish, more are sure to follow thanks to large (100-300) school size.
Though recreational Red Drum fishing is allowed, be aware of Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission regulations which impose the following conditions and limits on how many Redfish caught in New Port Richey-St. Petersburg area you can keep. It is as follows: 1 per person per day; 8 fish vessel limit; not less than 18," no more than 27″ total length, and the catch must remain whole until you land ashore.
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Pro & Cons of Electric Fireplace Inserts
A fireplace adds a cozy touch to a room, whether it's a traditional fireplace with a wood mantel or a sleek, modern style. Adding an electric insert is an option that affects both the aesthetics and the functionality of the fireplace.
Weighing the pros and cons helps determine if an insert is the best option for your decor.
Pro: Green and Energy Efficient
Electric fireplace inserts eliminate the need for combustion, unlike gas and wood fireplaces. This means the fireplace doesn't emit carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and other harmful pollutants. The insert fills the opening in the fireplace, getting rid of drafts from the opening that can make the home less energy efficient. All the energy turns to heat in an electric fireplace, making it energy efficient compared to gas and wood fireplaces, which lose heat through the required venting.
Pro: Flexibility and Ease of Use
Electric fireplaces are more flexible than a traditional wood-burning fireplace. When you light a fire in a wood-burning model, you get both flames and heat. Electric inserts offer settings that include flames with no heat. Many offer different flame options, allowing you to control the size, intensity and brightness of the flames. The insert gives you more control over the heat and light that comes from the fireplace. Electric fireplaces turn on instantly with the flip of a switch or press of a button, unlike wood fireplaces, which require you to start and maintain the fire.
Con: Appearance
The appearance factor depends on your aesthetic style. An electric insert goes inside the existing fireplace opening. It often has a frame and glass in front. You can find a range of styles, from traditional to contemporary, to match your home decor. The potential negative is the appearance of the logs and flames. If you prefer the look of real logs and flames, an electric insert might fall short of your expectations. You also lose the smell of a real fire.
Con: Electricity Use
Because the insert runs on electricity, it relies on a steady source for operation. During power outages, the electric fireplace insert won't operate and cannot provide a source of heat. A wood-burning fireplace can still work during a power outage.
Another consideration is the increase in electricity consumption that comes with an electric fireplace insert. You won't have wood to purchase, but you will pay more each month on utilities. The cost in comparison to a gas fireplace depends on the price of natural gas versus electricity in your area.


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How formal:
I think level of formalism requires a consideration of these areas:
- work dependencies
- competency of the team
- at stake
Work Dependencies
Increasing levels of formalism can help address depending work, a measure of connecting the entire development system from beginning to end. We need to know the implications of work done in this team on those depending areas of the project or business. Is this work is effectively a stand alone, or will this go to some other department such as manufacturing, or some other depending part of the company. The more interconnecting or articulating points there are in the project, the more we should consider a higher level of formalism.
Competency of the Team
Increasing formalism helps to account for varying degrees of competency. As team competency goes up levels of formalism may be able to be reduced. In this case, the competency area is beyond the immediate area that a person by dint of their work for the project would need to know, or what may be called well rounded. That is not just coding, but perhaps configuration management and product testing at some level are but a few examples. It is essentially the level of ability that allows the team member to think about the product development as a system and consequences (systems thinking) of their actions to some effective future point.
At Stake
A higher degree of formalism can help when the consequences of error are severe or when the regulatory bodies may want to look at the work that was done. Consider for example, automotive product manufacturers or suppliers when a defect of some severity is found in the field, there will be reviews and exploration into how the work was done, and whether or not the company acted with the appropriate level of diligence (was undue risks taken). Higher degrees of formalism can make it easier to show the work done and why it was done the way it was - it provides a greater measure of trace-ability.
Some interesting ideas and input from @JasonGuyWolf on Twitter
How do I frame experiments?
I think when it comes to experiments we need to understand the objectives and some of the alternatives that may be the mechanisms by which we can achieve to those objectives, or conversely, learn as quickly as possible that this experimental approach will not allow us to reach our stated goals. To that end, and for the sake of timeliness in delivery, we should prioritize those ideas that pose the greatest promise or the biggest potential benefits. That is not to say ignore the riskiest exploration, but take the riskiest approach if the reward or upside for this exploration, if successful, may provide the most benefit or greatest discovery. Of course, this is easier said than done, but with some level of systems thinking, we can make some broad deductions by thinking.
Ultimately, the scope of the experiment should be clear, and metrics that would allow us to assess if this approach will reap the rewards we expected or desire, or not. We should terminate this specific experiment when we learn that this approach will not meet the objectives, and the measurements should provide that feedback to the team. It would be beneficial to review this result with the entire team, to spread the learning if perhaps only part of the team was performing this experiment. This information spread among the team members may result in more ideas and perhaps another experiment that may have a higher probability for success.
Some interesting ideas and input from @JasonGuyWolf on Twitter
How do I build support from the team?
As @JasonGuyWolf says, to build a team certainly requires trust, but it takes more than that I think. We have come a long way from the days of Fredrick Taylors Scientific Management. It is hard to believe, but it was not until the 1920s that the notion of social interaction as a mechanism for improving the business outcome or output, a glimpse of which came about as result of the Hawthorne Study. Now, in some places, it seems management has lost focus on the scientific aspects of management (measurements) and dwell solely on the humanistic, both are in fact required in my opinion for success. More on that later writings.
If it were as easy or the ingredients for success were so trite or commonly known, there would be a good deal more actual teams than collections of individuals working toward some objective. There are organic, and very specific to the talent available and situations presented along with the responses that make prediction or creating a specific brew and viola a team is born. The first as @JasonGuyWolf says is certainly trust, but I think we must create an atmosphere where exploration, independence and interdependence are acknowledged.
Independence, in that each person is a free-thinking individual with aspirations and things that motivate them, review the of Maslow hierarchy of needs and Herzberg satisfiers and dis-satisfiers. This variation in motivation and source of motivation must be understood. Finding those things that motivate each specific individual and aligning the work with what motivates increases the probability of a well-motivated individual and the team.
Interdependence is a significant part of team creation, as each person relates to the other. This, in my view, is a significant part of team development as it moves our group from solely individualistic to an interconnection between the team members beyond just the work, that is a personal connection.
- Personal interconnection with the individuals of the group
- Matching work and objectives to individual motivation
- Trust ability to speak freely with no fear of reprisals
- Understanding of and abiding by the team defined norms
- Humor and fun in the work
As an aside, we are developing an online training on learning organization, organization development, and project management class
To really write something about this, we should have a common starting point for the concept of convergence. Like any requirement type language, left unarticulated, it could mean whatever the person reading it thinks it should mean. In this context, convergence is the point in the design where the multiple experiments and alternatives that we can take to achieve the projects objective are whittled down to the one, best answer. Now, that one best answer, can be an amalgam of some aspects or attributes of those individual design alternatives we explored along the way. The thing is, we do not want to converge on the single best answer prematurely, as we may end up selecting the less than best answer for this project. By the way, this concept is not uniquely agile and in fact is part of the stage gate or waterfall approach. Our team will explore design possibilities, architectures and other possible solution iterations, and will seriously review / critique these possible answers to the design challenge. This can be done with experiments as well as thought or mental experiments and critiques such as decision matrix (Pugh Matrix or QFD). A crude example of these decision matrix can be found at:
As we think about, model or build prototypes or facsimiles of the product we are learning. We are performing tests to understand the trade-off we are making with each design, perhaps considering the possibility of mashing concepts or design attributes together to build a new and better solution. Over time, one design solution will emerge.
We have talked about convergence from the design direction, where a number possible design solutions are explored before selecting what is deemed to be the best. There are other examples of convergence in systems development, equally if not of greater importance.
Consider a product that really is a collection of subsystems. These subsystems are put together at some point in the design cycle, to deliver the functionality the customer desires. Some examples of this are cell phones, automobiles and many other complex or intricate designs. The individual development teams have their respective design targets or objectives, but objectives are also connected to other designed parts, meaning the product outcome from each design team must work as expected with the outcome from other design teams. The phone electronics must fit into the hardware case, each electronic control unit (ECU) on the car must work with the other via hardware or data communications, and must be able to be mounted on the vehicle in a specifically define location. There are specific mechanisms within product development that are used to control or help synchronize these iterations, converging each subsystem or component eventually on the end instantiation of the product. These mechanisms are:
- configuration management
- project management
- communication
Configuration management provides a traceable roadmap forward and backwards, of the product contents or system instantiation, effectively coordinating the design among the participants in the development effort. This is also the mechanism by which changes and design adaptation that are required over the course of the development effort, are managed. In this regard, the system development direction is orchestrated by configuration management as well as the ability to see how the latest iteration of the product came to pass.
Project management helps coordinate the design via task identification and schedule development along with associated responsibilities. Knowing who is responsible for what tasks, and how the results of their individual work, interfaces or has other dependencies.
Communication is important for any design coordination, team discussion, problem solving and learning, all are required to effectively and efficiently develop the product. The downside, will be plenty of money and time spent on rework.


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Blake Shelton Faced Tough Decision On 'The Voice' Battle Round With Aliyah and Dawson
Aliyah Moulden and Dawson Coyle sang "Walking on Sunshine" on Tuesday's "The Voice" Battle Round for Team Blake Shelton. This was a tough one to decide!
As usual, Blake went with his gut when he chose who won the battle.
Press play to watch the video below.
Thankfully, there's a Steal and the loser got a second chance.
Wait, did the coaches just swap artists? This is what happened on Monday. That's hilarious. Rigged! LOL


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Although not an official participant, I did end up on 2 panels - one being a Circlet Press group reading (wherein I read from my story in the upcoming erotic horror anthology, What Lies Beneath (which you should totally buy when it comes out - I share a TOC with A.C. Wise, Annabeth Leong, Lucy A. Snyder, Kaysee Renee Robichaud, and Kannan Feng). Sunny Moraine read from her story in the forthcoming anthology, The Flesh Made Word (which you should totally buy when it comes out - I edited it, and it has stories by A.C. Wise, Andrea Zanin, Sasha Payne, Trish DeVene, Benji Bright, Kannan Feng, Delilah Bell, Sunny Moraine, Nadine Wilmot, and A.B. Eyers).
The other panel was on Unlikely Cartography - turns out that half the authors from Unlikely Story's just-released Unlikely Cartography issue were going to be at Readercon, as were both of the editors. Despite being in the penultimate Sunday afternoon time slot, enough folks came out to hear what A.C. Wise, Carrie Cuinn, Sarah Pinsker, and Shira Lipkin had to say about maps to give us enough of a turnout that we didn't feel lonely in one of the large rooms.
In other news - it looks like Unlikely Story has been getting more exposure, evidenced in the volume of submissions. We just closed submissions for the next issue (Unlikely Entomology) yesterday, with nearly three times as many submissions as we've received for any issue in the past, and submissions for the issue after that (Unlikely Cryptography) have started off at a good clip.
So, the plans for this weekend are: clean the house; read slush. There's also yardwork for to be done, but Alas! rain threatens.


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After the reglazing process, when can I use the surface?
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Is it more likely for a refinished fixture to chip?
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Will it look like my refinished bathtub has been painted?
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Will it smell like my bathtub was just painted?
We use state of the art ventilation systems that help to remove fumes that occur during the refinishing process. You may notice a slight odor, but it will disappear in a few hours.
Is there a difference between reglazing and refinishing?
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Is it possible for my bathtub or tile to be "re-porcelainized"?
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Is the new coating real porcelain?
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Can I use a do-it-yourself refinishing kit to get the same results as your service?
The products used in these kits are epoxy coatings. A small time after application, the color will turn yellow, so it does not retain color. Also, epoxy coatings are not considered to be durable and resilient like the coating we use. We use a superior coating, bonding agent and proper surface preparation to ensure that adhesion between the new and old surfaces takes place, giving our customers a glossy and resistant coating that's guaranteed not to peel, bubble, crack or lose color. You can use the surface daily without worry, giving you many years of satisfaction when using proper maintenance and care.
Will the refinished surface cause any harm or damage to my pets or home?
Most definitely not. Since we use a venting system or window to exhaust fumes, you will not have to worry about tainted air. The fumes are gone within a few hours of finishing the process. However, you should keep pets like birds away while we're working on your surfaces. You can take a look at our preparation & maintenance page for more info.
Do I move out of the house during the remodeling or refinishing process?
No. If you have just one bathroom we will make sure that you will have a toilet at the end of each work day. In most cases we can even give you the option to have a tub to bathe in after the first day.
I have very little decorating sense. How can I make sure about the results?
We can assist you with every step of the remodeling project.
How do I select the best materials and fixtures for my bathroom?
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The Fast and the Furious family tries to rescue one of their own in the explosive new trailer for the franchise's eighth installment, The Fate of the Furious. The movie opens April 14th.
In the new film, Vin Diesel's Dominic Toretto goes rogue and partners with a wily criminal named Cipher (Charlize Theron), who wreaks havoc around the globe by digitally controlling every car on the road. To save Dom and stop Cipher, the family embarks on yet another absurd mission that requires them to unite with former foe, Deckard Shaw (Jason Statham).
The Fate of the Furious trailer also teases plenty of mind-boggling, physics-defying and property-destroying stunts. Among the highlights are troves of cars raining out of New York City parking garages, Ludacris driving a tank across a frozen tundra and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson diverting the trajectory of a torpedo while hanging out of a moving snowmobile.
The Fate of the Furious also stars Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Nathalie Emmanuel, Kurt Russell and Helen Mirren. The film is also the first full movie in the franchise without star Paul Walker, who died during the filming of Furious 7.


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Sending Sunshine
I had a little bit of free time yesterday and decided to use it to just stamp for fun. I don't do that nearly enough these days and I'm determined to fit that back into my schedule. I took my inspiration from this week's CAS(E) this Sketch! challenge. It gave me the perfect opportunity to use the new WPlus9 Sending Sunshine stamp set and the Sunshine Layer Dies.
I didn't use any colored card stock here, all of my pieces were sponged using WPlus9 dye inks. My rainbow of color includes Sweet Gelato, Miami Spice, Falling Star, Beanstalk and Bo Peep. I love that you don't NEED colored card stock and can coordinate your projects by sponging with ink. I couldn't resist using the Pretty Pink Posh 4mm & 8mm Sparkling Clear sequins too ;)
I have a family member that could use a little extra sunshine, I hope this card brightens her day!
Make sure you pop in over the next week, I have TONS of posts scheduled so stay tuned!
Happy Friday!
Posted by Maureen Merritt at 9:08 AM
5 comments:
- Leigh Penner said...
Oh, this is fabulous, Maureen! I love your take on the sketch!
- February 27, 2015 at 12:15 PM
- Lisa Elton said...
I like the sparkly sentiment, this is cute!
- February 27, 2015 at 3:52 PM
- Kristie Goulet said...
I LOVE your take on the sketch, Mo! Pinning! ;)
- February 27, 2015 at 7:38 PM
Mo, I love this so much that I pinned it, too! I thought it was colored cardstock at first! Wow...you ROCK, Sistah!
- February 28, 2015 at 8:48 AM
- Heather North said...
Your card brings a smile to my heart. If I didn't know any better I would think this sketch was made just for you. I'm so glad you found time to "play for fun".
- March 5, 2015 at 1:22 PM
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Justin Bieber stunned fans on Monday when he announced that with 14 dates remaining, the Canadian singer would be cancelling his Purpose World Tour.
Following the release of his 2015 album Purpose, Bieber embarked on a global tour that included 154 concerts, with many dates sold out. On Monday, Bieber's camp released a vague message about the cancellation, saying "Due to unforeseen circumstances, Justin Bieber will cancel the remainder of the Purpose World Tour concerts. Justin loves his fans and hates to disappoint them. He thanks his fans for the incredible experience of the Purpose World Tour over last 18 months. He is grateful and honored to have shared that experience with his cast and crew for over 150 successful shows across 6 continents during this run. However, after careful consideration, he has decided he will not be performing any further dates. Tickets will be refunded at point of purchase."
While Bieber remained quiet about the cancellation, his manager Scooter Braun attempted to shed some light on the situation, apologizing on behalf of Bieber and the team and saying the 23-year-old singer will be back on stage in the future.
An incredible run. Congrats to @justinbieber on an incredible tour and thank you to the entire cast and crew for your unending support. Chris and Nick thank you. AEG thank you. Caa thank you. UMG thank you. @sb_projects Team thank you. To the promoters who believed around the world thank you. To the fans from all over the world who took part over the last 16 months over 6 continents thank you. To Justin who gave it his all night after night thank you. And to those that won't be able to see it… on behalf of myself, Justin, and the team, we are sorry. That was never our intent. But a man's soul and well being I truly care about came first and We must all respect and honor that. Justin will be back and I know he looks forward to performing for you and with you all again. One chapter ends and another begins. Thank you again. Now please stop commenting on all my other photos that have nothing to do with this 🙂 just kidding….but I'm not 😂. Jokes aside your support for Justin is inspiring. Cheers.
With few details for the cause of the cancellation given by Bieber or Braun, speculation began to point to the Biebs starting…a church. Cue the Belieber jokes.
Richard Wilkins, a TV presenter on Australia's Today Extra, told viewers this week that a source close to Bieber revealed the pop star cancelled the remaining dates of his tour to focus on starting his own church. "I am led to believe that the real reason he has come off the road is because he wants to reconnect with his faith and he may be even planning to start his own church," said Wilkins on air this week.
Following Wilkins' on-air claims, TMZ reported that they too had been informed that Bieber had cancelled the remainder of his tour because of his religion. The paparazzi-led site claimed that Hillsong leader Carl Lentz, who is the leader of the hip Christian church group, is spending more time with Bieber and influencing the pop star's decisions. According to a source, TMZ said that Bieber is on his way to becoming the 'Tom Cruise' of the religion. Well, now we're getting nervous.
Thankfully, it looks like the real reason Bieber cancelled the Purpose World Tour was for a less couch-jumping reason. Sources close to the star are saying the 18-month tour has taken its toll on the young singer, with Bieber exhausted and in need of a mental and physical rest.
One person commending Bieber for cancelling his tour is fellow musician John Mayer. Writing on his Twitter account, Mayer praises Bieber for making the decision to put his health first, citing the recent string of painful losses in the music industry, including the suicides of Chris Cornell and Chester Bennington.
When someone pulls remaining dates of a tour, it means they would have done real damage to themselves if they kept going. 1/2
— John Mayer (@JohnMayer) July 24, 2017
We've lost so many great artists lately. I give Justin 👍🏼👍🏼 for realizing it was time to call it. You should too. 2/2
— John Mayer (@JohnMayer) July 24, 2017
We hope that Justin is taking some time off from his grueling schedule to get some much needed rest and relaxation, although we do think the music at the Church of Bieber would be amazing.