text:
Guest Rating:
Vacation rental condominium. Sleeps 6, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. No pets allowed.
3833 Lower Honoapiilani
Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
United States
Fantastic Deluxe ocean front unit 2 bedroom 2 full baths. Remodeled kitchen with new appliances and granite counter-tops. New furniture in living area with large flat screen TV. New King bed in the master bedroom. Master bedroom is on the ocean side. Both
bedrooms are upstairs offering lots of privacy Located near beach access and swimming pool. Beautiful unit with all the amenities of home. Let C203 be your home away from home for an unforgettable Maui Vacation!! No A/C available in this unit.
Hawaii Tax ID # GET/TAT 159-952-4864-01
Stayed 3 days ending in
August, 2019
Overall satisfaction:
Polyanna R from Sandwich, MA recommends this vacation rental
We had a great 10 days at Lokelani Condos. The location was perfect. Condo could use a little updating, furnishings are a bit dated, but besides that its great. If you want AC make sure to ask, not all condos come with AC. The view from the master bedroom
is breath taking. We sat for sunsets all most every day.
A little tip for snorkeling, go to Honolua Bay! Not worth the money to go Molokini, barely any fish and the cost is high. At Honolua Bay we saw many types of fishes, sea turtle, and its just a 15 minute drive from the condo.
Thank you for staying with us. We hope you return again soon
Deborah F from Tampa, FL recommends this vacation rental
Second place rented during our 1 week vacation. By far the best.
Thank you for staying with us. We look forward to your return
Stayed 5 days ending in
August, 2019
Karen P from Rogersville, MO recommends this vacation rental
We had a wonderful time at the Lokelani. Most importantly the unit was very clean. The unit is just as pictured. The condo is as close to the ocean as you could possibly be. We left the patio doors open continually to hear the ocean. We had coffee every
morning on the lanai. The Lokelani is a small complex that allows for a feeling of peace and relaxation. Liz, the property manager, is friendly and helpful. I cannot say enough good things about our stay.
Thank you for staying with us. We look forward to your return
Stayed 4 days ending in
July, 2019
Sandra K from Santiago, Metropolitana recommends this vacation rental
Our experience was great. The only problem is that the location doesn ́t have air conditioner, so the main room was very hot
Thank you for staying with us. Yes not all of our units offer A/C. We hope you will return soon
Stayed 7 days ending in
June, 2019
a guest from Irvine, CA does not recommend this vacation rental.
This condo has excellent views and is next to a great little beach which we greatly enjoyed. Location can't be beat. Unfortunately, the temperature was hot during our stay (around 90) and the tradewinds were not blowing for much of our trip. This made
the temperature inside the condo pretty much unbearable in the afternoons and early evenings, especially in the upstairs master bedroom (even with outside blind down), as the sun hits that part of the building. For 5 of the 7 nights of our stay, we had to
look for a cooler place to escape to. Overall, the condo was in good condition, but for our next trip to Hawaii, we will ensure that we stay somewhere with air conditioning.
Thank you for staying with us. I am sorry that you booked a unit without air conditioning. We do hope you will return to Lokelani and stay in one of our units with A/C
Stayed 11 days ending in
April, 2019
Margret C from Vacaville, Ca recommends this vacation rental
Enjoyed eleven days at Lokelani resort, a place we have stayed at several times previously. We love the fact that every unit sits right on the beach, with great views from every level. The ladies in the office are super nice, and willing to help with a
any issue that might arise. We will definitely return in another year or so.
Stayed 38 days ending in
March, 2019
a guest from TOWN AND COUNTRY, Missouri recommends this vacation rental
Relaxing time. Liz is wonderful.
Mahalo for being loyal guest to Lokelani and we look forward to your return.
Stayed 6 days ending in
October, 2018
a guest from Cochrane, Alberta recommends this vacation rental
The view from our condos two levels was beyond amazing. We spent all of our home time on the lanais. The sound of the waves was the only sound we heard and it was awesome. We rented snorkels and masks and were thrilled with the corral, fish and turtles
that live just Lokelani's neighbouring beach.
We went out long enough to shop, experience a few other sights but were very happy to just stay "home".
The condo could certainly use some TLC as it is the perfect location and is part of a very good condominium complex but needs a little attention to make it a first choice.
Lokelani feels like home and it's manager etc. are friendly and accomodating. We have stayed within the complex four times and enjoyed every stay. We recommend it all the time. We have already booked Lokelani for May!
Mahalo for staying with us and thank you for your comments. We are working with the owner on some improvements.
Stayed 5 days ending in
September, 2018
a guest from Woodland Hills, Ca recommends this vacation rental
Beautiful condo, well equipped in every way. Snorkeling good if you could get passed the surf!!!
Thank you for staying with us.
Stayed 56 days ending in
March, 2018
Liz and Johnny are outstanding. They are very attentive to all guests and keep the property in wonderful shape.
Aloha and thank you for staying with us again. we look forward to your return
Stayed 9 days ending in
May, 2017
a guest from Metairie, La recommends this vacation rental
The condo was perfect for my family of four we loved being so close to the ocean and having two balconys Fans kept us cool enough Afternoons were a bit warm in May but the mornings and nights were very comfortable The kitchen was very well stocked and
we used it daily Our trip was fabulous!!!
Thank you for staying with us. We are glad you enjoyed your stay
Stayed 9 days ending in
April, 2017
Katie H from Salem, OR recommends this vacation rental
Clean, stocked and well cared for!
Thank you for staying with us A Hui Hou (until we meet again)
Stayed 7 days ending in
March, 2017
a guest from Seattle , WA recommends this vacation rental
The views were spectacular and being close to the beach was really nice. Unfortunately, the unit doesn't have AC and one of the living room fans wasn't working. Luckily we found a plug in fan in a closet that really helped. I really appreciated the cleaning
fee refund to make things right. I would definitely stay at Lokelani again, although perhaps in a more modern unit with AC. It was an amazing vacation and I will certainly recommend Lokelani again for its beautiful views, friendly staff, great location, good
value, and beach with turtles.
Stayed 5 days ending in
January, 2017
Susan J from Fullerton, CA recommends this vacation rental
Great unit, perfect location!
Thank you for staying with us. We hope you return soon
Stayed 8 days ending in
December, 2016
Marie V from Castle Rock, Washington recommends this vacation rental
Lokelani condos are located right on the ocean with easy beach access. I would definitely stay again, but perhaps a different unit. C203 is ready for some new finishes.
Mahalo for staying with us
Stayed 3 days ending in
November, 2016
Emmanuel M from Salida, CA recommends this vacation rental
Probably one of the best locations in the Island and the most helpful management staff. I will highly recommend this property to any visitor and will stay there again in my next visit.
Thank you for staying with us. We hope to have you back soon
Stayed 7 days ending in
November, 2016
Phuong L from Union, KY recommends this vacation rental
I love the master bedroom, it have the view of the mountain and the beach.
Thank you for staying with us. We hope to have you as our guest again.
Stayed 5 days ending in
September, 2016
Jeanalyn A from San Leandro, CA recommends this vacation rental
Very nice location. Condo is clean with a nice view. Closed to restaurants and markets
Stayed 14 days ending in
August, 2016
Ted B from Beaumont, AB recommends this vacation rental
We booked 4 units in Lokelani to celebrate my Mom and Dads 50th Wedding Anniversary! From the moment you walk through the front doors and see the view of the Ocean, Palm Trees and Molokai, you know its going to be a special stay!! The unit and its location
was wonderful. Close to the Farmers Market and other amenities, yet away from the Hustle and Bustle of the Resort like places. The on-site Manager and Handyman were phenomenal! They answered all our questions, were extremely friendly and acted very quickly
when we had any issues!! I don't think we would have had the same experience in Maui if we wouldn't have stayed at Lokelani. We will certainly stay here again........hopefully in the near future.
Stayed 9 days ending in
August, 2016
a guest from Portland , Oregon recommends this vacation rental
Spent hours on the lanai watching rainbows and islands and finally catching up on my reading. Close to all that west Maui offers, and a short stroll to the bus stop and farmers market.
Stayed 14 days ending in
March, 2016
James C from Tulsa, OK recommends this vacation rental
The vacation rental was great. Liz helped us with a problem and it was solved. She is an effective and cordial representative and tended to all of our questions and requests. Our unit was not air conditioned but evening wine on the lanai was very comfortable
and we were entertained by several green sea turtles who came up on the beach in front of our unit.Not as many whales as last time but we did see several from our lanai. We miss the sound of the surf and the cool night breeze that made sleep heavenly. If you
want a touch of oceanfront paradise this vacation rental fits very well.
Stayed 7 days ending in
February, 2016
MARK W from Dimondale, Michigan recommends this vacation rental
Had a wonderful time. Absolutely no complaints whatsoever. The condo was perfect. If you are looking for a place to stay right on the ocean, Lokelani is it.
Stayed 3 days ending in
December, 2015
a guest from Salt Lake City, UT does not recommend this vacation rental.
Beds are incredible uncomfortable and knowing that i wanted a vacation to relax and sleep this place did not do it. The master bedroom also was infested with small ants that were annoying. The location is good, the beach is good for boarding but the apartments
for the money was a disappointment.
Stayed 9 days ending in
October, 2015
a guest from Vancouver, WA recommends this vacation rental
Nice and clean. Great location right on the beach and within walking distance to coffee and groceries. Assigned parking so never needed to worry.
Stayed 6 days ending in
August, 2015
a guest from Chico, CA recommends this vacation rental
The condo was good. It was very hot and humid while we were there and no air conditioning was a bummer. I didn't know it didn't have air before I booked it. We loved the location
Stayed 6 days ending in
June, 2015
Lyndell P from Olympia, WA recommends this vacation rental
The condo was great for our 6 night stay. Wonderful location right on the water with a nice little beach only steps away. We saw sea turtles frequently on the beach or in the water. The condo was comfortable and roomy enough for five of us. Overall, we
enjoyed our stay very much. The on,y issue we had early on was an initial problem with a bad phone number to the rental office that was provided on the website we booked through. It took some effort to figure out the correct contact information, but then everything
went smoothly after that with great support from office staff.
Stayed 5 days ending in
May, 2015
MAHESH H from SAMMAMISH, WA recommends this vacation rental
Excellent ocean facing property. I loved that it was so close to rest of West Maui. Condo was also very good , great views from Master bedroom , living room.
Stayed 11 days ending in
March, 2015
a guest from BONNEY LAKE WAY, Washington recommends this vacation rental
Turtles and whales! Peaceful oceanfront location, just minutes from Kaanapali and Lahaina. View the website to choose your rental.
Stayed 14 days ending in
March, 2015
a guest from Squamish, BC recommends this vacation rental
As always, a lovely visit. One suggestion: we would like to see a no smoking ban anywhere near the condos. Allowing smoking on lanais just doesn't work if it drives other renters off their lanais and inside with the door closed.
Stayed 8 days ending in
December, 2014
JANET H from GALATA, Montana recommends this vacation rental
We had a family vacation where 14 of us traveled and stayed at the Lokelani Condos. We had 3 different units and they were all extremely nice and comfortable. Staff is exceptional also. I would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 8 days ending in
November, 2014
Thomas W from Aurora, Ontario recommends this vacation rental
Everything was absolutely wonderful. The condo was well furnished, with everything we could ask for, or need. Kim took care of everything we needed (evenincluding replacement TP and laundry detergent). It really was a home away from home, except with a
much better location ...did I mention the location, beachfront, with a perfect little beach to swim at in the afternoon; Honu (Green Sea Turtles) swimming by, one very large one even coming up for an overnight rest one day. A very enjoyable experience, I would
stay there again. We were 5 adults,a child, and an infant, and we had lots of room.
Stayed 10 days ending in
November, 2014
Mike & Chris T from Anchorage, Alaska recommends this vacation rental
We always have a great time at Lokelani, Kim and her staff are outstanding, the pool is clean and refreshing, the gounds are beautiful and well maintained. I never like to share our good times however because I find it harder and harder to get a reservation
there. lol
Stayed 7 days ending in
September, 2014
a guest from San Mateo, California recommends this vacation rental
We had an incredibly relaxing vacation in Lokelani. There was a lot to do in Maui, but everytime we got back to Lokelani, we would just sit and enjoy the incredible view from our balcony, listen to the sounds of the waves, and watch the turtles.
Stayed 7 days ending in
August, 2014
a guest from FOSTER CITY, California recommends this vacation rental
This was our 8 visit to Maui and the Lokelani. Over the years with young children we have found the Lokelani to be very accommodating, clean, well equipment and a great location to the beach, stores and entertainment without all the people. wellktionceryah
Stayed 5 days ending in
July, 2014
a guest from Helena, Alabama recommends this vacation rental
The staff at Lokelani are great to work with and accommodate special requests when at all possible. I love the small complex and that we had an assigned parking space every day so we did not have to search for a spot every time we left. BBQ grills are
located in several areas of the property and we liked having those available. The unti we stayed in was fine. The kitchen was nice and updated although other areas need the same, mainly the bathrooms. Bathrooms are small but not much can be helped there as
that is the design but they do need some updating. The beds were comfortable but some cooler sheets and mattress pad might be helpful. There are ceiling fans but floor models are needed for this unit for extra circulation and comfort. I think if you work out
doors every day then you would not mind it but if your office and home is air conditioned - you are most likely going to want it there. We felt it hard to sleep all night due to the heat (and my husband works outside in the humidity every day). At the very
least, a/c is needed in the upstairs area. The wind is there but it does not blow into the unit like I imagined. We would like to be comfortable at all times and not waiting for the "cool" time of the day. Most condos we have stayed at before had more items
for use as well. Beach items, snorkeling items, beach toys etc as well as cooking items in the kitchen such as condiments, sugar, coffee etc. This unit had few items in those areas as compared to my previous experiences. That would be a huge savings in your
grocery bill. Overall it is a nice place to stay, I would just be more particular in the unit and what each has to offer as far as amenities. Overall you come to Maui to enjoy the outdoors and that is the focus and from the Lokelani, it is a great home base
during your stay. I would stay there again perhaps in a different unit. The view is wonderful and you can't beat that. It is a nice quiet complex and easy access to the beach next door.
Stayed 4 days ending in
July, 2014
Lauren V from SAN RAFAEL, California recommends this vacation rental
My friends and I loved Lokelani. The place suited us perfectly--great views, well-stocked kitchen and a beach with calm, clear water right out the door. Highly recommended!
Click calendar to set checkin/checkout dates. clear calendar
Select/Confirm the number of travelers to get a rate quote.
*Seasonal rates are estimates only. Actual rates may differ. Seasonal rates do not include fees or taxes.
To request information about booking this vacation rental, please fill out the form below.
TOLL FREE: 866.303.MAUI (6284) | firstname.lastname@example.com Honoapiilani Rd. Lahaina, HI. 96761TID: W40852420-01
Lokelani Condos 3833 Lwr. Honoapiilani road Lahaina, HI 96761 +1(800) 367-2976 firstname.lastname@example.com
© 1999 -
| Powered By Escapia Vacation Rental Software |
Terms of Use


text:
... and a new pink capo for the newly replaced neck of my guitar. How could I resist a pink capo? (Plus, it benefits breast cancer research.)
January was winter sunsets from my studio window. But no snow to speak of, pink, or otherwise.
January was a month of surprises; like going to church and having someone say, " I saw your photo in the newspaper yesterday." I thought they were mistaken, so asked, "Really? What was I doing in the paper?" "Weaving," was the reply, so I knew it had to be me. And it was. Nothing said about me, just the photo and the caption, "Kathy Spoering at the loom" above an article about art seminars. Wouldn't you think I would have known if my photo was to be in the paper? Well.... anyway.
January was, and soon February will be. What will it bring?

subset: commoncrawl


text:
The Obameter
Increase minority access to capital
"Strengthen Small Business Administration programs that provide capital to minority-owned businesses, support outreach programs that help minority business owners apply for loans, and work to encourage the growth and capacity of minority firms."
Economic stimulus sends money to minority-owned business
The Small Business Administration is one of several federal agencies that has seen its mission expanded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
Officials with the SBA said the stimulus has provided $14.7 billion in small business loans as of Nov. 13, 2009. Twenty percent of that has gone to minority-owned firms. (Just FYI, rural firms received 26 percent, women-owned firms received 19 percent and veteran-owned firms have received 9 percent.)
Additionally, on Aug. 18, Commerce Secretary Gary Locke and Small Business administrator Karen Mills announced a public outreach to small businesses owned by minorities, women and veterans to tell them about contracts available through the economic stimulus. Officials said their goal was to host or participate in 200 events over 90 days to share information on government contracting opportunities.
This is not to say that advocates for minority-owned businesses are entirely pleased with the administration. Time magazine reported that in some cases, stimulus money is bypassing low-income communities and going to more affluent areas where there are fewer minority-owned businesses. The Obama administration has said it's working to make sure stimulus money goes to disadvantaged business enterprises.
Still, it's hard not to see the stimulus as increasing access to capital, and the Obama administration is specifically targeting minority-owned businesses. We rate it Promise Kept.
Correspondence with Hayley Matz of the Small Business Administration
Small Business Administration, Obama Administration Announces Efforts to Increase Access to Contracting Opportunities for Minority-Owned, Small Businesses , Aug. 18, 2009
Time magazine, Are Minorities Being Fleeced by the Stimulus? , Nov. 23, 2009


text:
I'm super excited for the 2016 Sundance Film Festival. This will be my second year in attendance and last year I was amazed by the amazing works at the festival. This year I decided to plan in advance and get my tickets ahead of time (a must! I was kinda a kook last year). So I decided to list the films I'm most excited for, give it a read and feel free to comment your guys thoughts!
Sundance 2016 Picks
Reeling from a terrifying assault, a 19-year-old boy enrolls in the same college as his brother and pledges his fraternity. Swept up in a world of shotgunning beer, all-night ragers, and hooking-up with nameless coeds, a protective shell forms to mask his insecurities. But as the hazing escalates in the name of "brotherhood," his loyalty to his brother is tested in brutal ways.
Director Andrew Neel's documentary background is evident as Goat resounds with searing authenticity—rarely has such raw and terrifyingly truthful masculinity been captured on screen. The result exposes the brutal and violent aspects of male culture that lurk beneath the surface of our seemingly controlled society. The entire cast valiantly commits to the challenging roles and, combined with Neel's assured direction, shine new light on male identity and how it's formed. Part neorealism, part horror film, Goat is a riveting cinematic experience that is as important as it is brutal.
Holy Hell
Just out of college, a young idealist filmmaker joined a secretive spiritualist community led by a charismatic guru. With camera in hand, this person documented 20 years of living inside a cult and the changing worldviews it elicited. Having recorded everything, this filmmaker offers us a juicy and unparalleled look into the extreme ideals and expectations that make up this community. From extreme devotion turned to paranoia, the cracks began to unfold as unexpected truths were revealed about the enlightened leader the community built every fiber of their lives around.
For the first time, the filmmaker opens up and asks fellow ex-cult members to come to terms with their past and the unbelievable deceit they experienced. Holy Hell leaves us with many burning questions, but ultimately this one: What are we willing to believe to sustain our greatest happiness?
Christine (Rebecca Hall) is an ambitious 29-year-old news reporter in Sarasota, Florida, circa 1974. Relentlessly motivated to succeed, she knows she has talent, but being a driven career woman in the 1970s comes with its own challenges, especially when competition for a promotion, unrequited love for a coworker, and a tumultuous home life lead to a dissolution of self. With ratings in the cellar, WZRB's station manager issues a mandate to deliver juicier and more exploitative stories, a style firmly at odds with Christine's serious brand of issue-based journalism. To accomplish her goals, she must overcome her self-doubt and give the people what they want.
As made evident in his previous features, Afterschool and Simon Killer, director Antonio Campos is well-versed in translating the damaged psyche to film. This latest effort elevates his style to the next level; bathed in dread and peppered with sharp humor, Christine is a hypnotic and arresting portrayal of a woman at a crossroads.
Many politicians have seen their careers careen off the tracks, but few instances have been captured so completely on film as the incisive and painfully funny Weiner. With unprecedented access to Anthony Weiner, his family, and his campaign team as they mount his New York City mayoral campaign, the film documents the impending political meltdown of epic proportions. What begins as an unexpected comeback from a disgraced ex-congressman takes a sharp turn once Weiner is forced to admit to new sexting allegations. As the media descends and rips apart his every move, Weiner tries desperately to forge ahead, but the increasing pressure and crippling 24-hour news coverage halts his political aspirations dead in their tracks.
Weiner deftly teeters the line between political farce and personal tragedy, exposing the ex-congressman's hubris while highlighting the sheer ugliness of the media's takedown of his family. With the city of New York as a loud and bustling backdrop, this documentary charges through an increasingly baffling political campaign with unflinching clarity, humor, and pathos.
Dark Night enigmatically unfolds over the course of a lazy summer day, as it traces the events leading up to a mass shooting in a suburban multiplex. Abandoning the narrative confines of the true crime genre, the story is told through fragmented moments from the lives of several characters, whose fates are tragically intertwined. As the sky grows darker, the placid surface of daily life becomes disturbed by a lurking and inevitable horror.
Tim Sutton, the writer/director of Memphis (2014 Sundance Film Festival), takes this ripped-from-the-headlines story of an all-too-common tragedy and immerses us in the emotional fabric of its young characters' lives. Sutton deploys a keenly observant style and a recurring motif of guns to suggest the ever-present threat of violence in American life. With its lyrical images, evocative sound design, and mournful soundtrack, Dark Night is a quietly powerful elegy for the dead.
1967, the height of the cold war: the global race to put a man on the moon is afoot. Suspicions are brewing within the CIA that a Russian spy has infiltrated the inner-circle of NASA in an attempt to sabotage the Apollo Program. Two young agents from the CIA's A/V department present a plan to expose the mole, and their supervisors reluctantly agree. They go undercover as filmmakers tasked with documenting the nation's journey from the earth to the moon. To the chagrin of the powers that be, these crack agents uncover a conspiracy far more shocking than Soviet spies… The government is hiding a dark secret about Apollo, and the White House will stop at nothing to silence those who discover it.
Writer/director Matt Johnson's debut film, The Dirties, premiered at Slamdance in 2013, where it won the top prize and garnered a cult following for its irreverent take on high school violence. We are thrilled to bring him back to Park City to unleash this throwback tale of government conspiracy.
Black Out
You arrive at a secret location at a precise time, prompted by a mysterious email. You must follow the instructions closely. Once inside, disturbing visions begin. Unspeakable acts befall you—often frightening, sometimes sensual, possibly painful—each stimulating your deepest fears. And when it's over, you are changed, abandoned, and left wondering what is real and what was merely a game.
In a culture that has embraced immersive theatre and interactive entertainment, the rise of extreme haunts such as the popular horror experience called Blackout has become essential to an obsessive audience that hungers to test the very limits of the dark unknown. Rich Fox's otherworldly narrative-driven documentary shrewdly seeks out the survivors of some of Blackout's most intense simulations, revealing an underbelly of private rituals and personal paranoia. Obliterating the line between the real and the imagined, this hybrid experiment dares its victims to stare into the hidden pleasures of a waking nightmare, and then it stares right back.
Colleen and Colleen are BFFs AF. Manitoba is where they go to school together, do yoga together, play in a band together, and work together at a boring convenience store. Life is whatevs, but also on fleek. That's kinda what being 15 and a half is all about. #RealTalk
So when two older guys invite the Colleens to a senior party, the girls are determined to go no matter what—even if that "what" is a terrible, secret evil that threatens to destroy everything decent and polite about Canada. Can Colleen and Colleen save the day and go viral? Will those senior boys prove squad-worthy? And what was that about a convenience store? I swear it sounded familiar …
Writer and director Kevin Smith returns to the Sundance Film Festival with an intoxicatingly silly pulp tale for the Instagram age. Powered by the irrepressible energy of its young stars—and some impressive work from a hilarious supporting cast that includes Johnny Depp, Tony Hale, and Natasha Lyonne—the story charges ahead into gleeful nonsense. Get ready to rock oot!
In 1988 Tehran, Shideh's attempts to rejoin medical school after getting married and having daughter Dorsa are thwarted as a consequence of her politically active history. Her husband is sent off to serve in the Iran-Iraq War while Iraqi air raids draw perilously close to their own apartment. As she is left alone with Dorsa after neighbors and friends flee from a city in chaos, her daughter becomes increasingly ill and seemingly disturbed. Shideh initially dismisses Dorsa's tantrums over a missing doll, but she reluctantly comes to suspect that they've been targeted by djinn—malevolent spirits that steal from those they seek to possess.
Babak Anvari's ambitious feature debut blends period detail and social critique with a good old-fashioned horror story, crafting a film that is as smart as it is scary. Anchored by Narges Rashidi's stellar performance, Under the Shadow presents Shideh's experience as a strong, defiant woman—frustrated by a society that has consistently admonished her for her independence—as she single-handedly battles a multitude of dangers from both the physical and supernatural worlds in order to save herself and her child.
Learn more about the Sundance Film Festival at:


text:
I've been thinking a bit this week about different styles of political leadership. (No, there are no prizes for guessing why.)
Let's take three examples: leadership by bullying; leadership by persuasion; and leadership by populism.
The bully believes that pushing people hard, shouting at them from time to time, making them fear his anger, is the only way to get things done. If challenged, he'll tell you that he's not pushing his colleagues or his staff any harder than he pushes himself. Inertia is the enemy of progress, he'll tell you. And as any political leader knows, bureaucracies do inertia better than they do anything else.
If his most senior civil servant feels obliged to discuss his behaviour with him, he'll deliver his warning in the form of a gentle lesson in the art of "how to get the best out of your staff". And if, for example, his name is Gordon Brown, he'll insist that he and his colleagues and staff always get along just fine, with barely an angry word ever crossing their lips.
The persuader will say that he's a firm believer in the need to listen and to find common areas of agreement. He'll tell you there's always a way to bridge differences, and that a nation will always be better off when its political leaders look for consensus whenever possible.
If there's a policy he's committed to, he'll perhaps summon his political opponents to an all-day televised debate, during which he will be seen listening politely, disagreeing gently, and cajoling whenever he can. But when his opponents refuse to budge, the persuader will find that he has no alternative but to face them down.
Maybe, as he lies in bed at night, he'll wonder how you reach a consensus with people who don't want to reach a consensus. And he may reflect on the uncomfortable political reality that most politicians tend to look for political advantage at every opportunity, especially in an election year.
If, for example, his name is Barack Obama, he may ask himself how he can persuade his Republican opponents that it's in their interests to make him look good. And maybe he'll conclude that it's too big a challenge, even for him.
So what about the populist? He pleases the crowds by showing them that he's one of them. He makes crude jokes, just like they do. He ogles pretty young women, even at the cost of his marriage. He knows that his supporters think there are too many immigrants, so he tells his much poorer neighbours that they're not welcome (except for pretty young women, of course, because – remember? – his wife has walked out on him, and he may be 73 years old, but he's single, and available).
He's very rich, and very tanned, and is alleged by his opponents to keep dubious company and not always stay on the right side of the law. He attacks the judges as politically motivated, and openly uses his allies in parliament to try to ensure that he's not charged with any criminal offence while he's busy running the country.
If his name is Silvio Berlusconi (you'd guessed, hadn't you?), his opinion poll ratings will remain pretty high (in fact, they are down a bit, but a 48 per cent approval rating is not exactly crashing through the floor), and he'll give the impression that he has an unbreakable compact with his country's voters.
So, there we are: three men, three very different styles of leadership. Each has been elected in a stable, developed democracy, yet the political cultures in which they operate are vastly different. (Yes, I know Gordon Brown wasn't elected as Prime Minister, but nor were any of his predecessors. He, like they, was elected as an MP, and is Prime Minister only by virtue of being leader of the largest party in the House of Commons.)
My question for you is this: which leadership style do you prefer, and which do you think works best?


text:
The Fed Put May Be Over
The big announcement on interest rates last week from the Federal Reserve's Open Market Committee was a big nothing. That's right, after all the talk about rate hikes in June and definitely in September, it didn't come. With just Jeffery Lacker dissenting, the FOMC voted to leave rates at near zero. This worried markets because investors know that the Fed wants to raise rates and that they didn't means that economic conditions must be worse than originally thought.
Stocks sold off on Friday and are off more this week. With employment rising, what could have the Fed so spooked? Could it be the lack of inflation in the U.S.? Could it be the concerns about the fragility of global markets? Perhaps both of these reasons played a part. However, I read three headlines on CNBC.com that grabbed my attention: Renters, Get Ready to Take It on the Chin; How Much Do You Really Need for Retirement?; and Chase Mortgage CEO Red Flags FHA Loans. They caught my attention because each represents growing headwinds for the consumer and thereby impedes economic growth. Two-thirds of US GDP is driven by the consumer. If the consumer is weak, so is economic growth.
The article on retirement argues whether $1million or, as Legg Mason suggested earlier this year, $2.5million is the right amount for retirement. In 2008 Hachette Books published my first book: A Million Is Not Enough. Needless to say, my math suggests the higher Legg Mason number. The real rub is not in what retirement will require but in how far most Americans are from these sorts of savings. Households between ages 55-64 have an average of $104,000 in retirement savings while households 65-74 average $148,000. Either amount requires the owner to save aggressively and work longer. The days of company sponsored defined benefit pensions funding worker retirements are largely a thing of the past. Workers have to depend on their own savings and increased savings rates mean lower spending.
JP Morgan Chase Mortgage is backing away from FHA loans. The FHA requires a FICO Credit score of just 520 and a 3.5% down payment. Chase says this is sub-prime quality and that they are not sub-prime lenders. If banks back away from this market, no matter the reason, first-time homebuyers will have a tougher time purchasing a home.
Almost twelve million households spend 50% of their income on rent. No food, clothing, or gasoline for the tank – just rent. That group is expected to increase by more than an additional million households over the next ten years. This means more people with less money to spend on non-housing stuff.
Thinking about some of the data the Fed may have considered, readers can reach similar conclusions after a brief perusal of CNBC.com. With lackluster prospects for economic growth, the risk-trade (the shift to much higher risk investments in lieu of safer less volatile shares) seems ill-advised.
As long as the Federal Reserve has been ready to respond to every market downturn and reflexively rush to the fore with more monetary stimulus, downturns have been avoided, and losses have been quite limited. The current dialogue toward tightening makes it clear that this backstop or Fed Put may be a thing of the past. As risk appears to matter again, it is critical that investors understand what they own and why. Balance sheets, earnings, prices, cash-flows, and management teams matter a lot when times get tougher. Please make sure you have a seat when the music stops!


text:
Become apart of the PreApps community and make your idea into reality. Our aim is to foster communication between users and developers to create a cycle of higher quality more successful apps. Create an account and post your ideas today. Earn rewards, connect with experts developers, and explore amazing apps coming soon.
Looking to buy an item? Snap a photo of the product you are looking for and let the cheapest option pop up. (Example)Your in a shop, and see a nice pair of sun glasses, just take a picture of it and the cheapest option will come up online and in a store near you.
Like i maintain a hard copy of my dairy pas
Take a photo of your face, and edit it with
The Self-Me app can help many people take s


text:
Uber has released its first ever workforce diversity report, and the results are what you'd expect—heavily male and white, just like the rest of the tech industry. Uber had been slower than its peers to release such a report, for which CEO Travis Kalanick apologized on Tuesday.
Gender: Overall, 63.9% of Uber's employees worldwide are men, and 36.1% are women. Within technical roles, 15.4% are women, just as CEO Travis Kalanick stated a few weeks ago. The numbers get more even within non-technical and customer support jobs.


text:
Divorce & Family Law Firm
Most people don't go into a relationship thinking they will be needing the assistance of an Orlando divorce attorney. This doesn't mean that a divorce isn't a common occurrence. Now that the prospect is becoming a reality, you are understandably confused as to where your life is headed.
While also adding on all your day-to-day responsibilities can be extremely overwhelming. I can bring order to this complicated time in your life. To get your divorce resolved as quickly and effectively as possible, you will need quality representation and one-on-one personal service from and orlando family law attorney.
During my decade of experience, I have excelled at reaching practical resolutions for complex divorce issues. I focus intently on helping you achieve your goals so you can have peace of mind. You will know that your rights are protected at all times.
Experienced Representation For Orlando Divorce
I represent individuals in mediation, negotiation or litigation for divorce legal issues such as:
- Parental responsibility/child support and custody — helping you determine appropriate levels of child support, according to state guidelines, as well as workable custody and parenting time schedules.
- Alimony — negotiation of spousal support contributions, based upon financial need and ability to pay.
- Property division — seeking equitable distribution through division of marital assets, real estate and investments, even in high-asset divorces.
I represent clients in contested and uncontested orlando divorce and even offer guidance regarding the perils of a do-it-yourself divorce.
I have worked with a wide variety of divorcing parents to determine appropriate agreements for child support and child custody that keep the best interests of the child at the forefront. My orlando divorce attorney legal leadership represents a combination of your specific wishes, your income level and your household financial needs.
I will always listen carefully to what you tell me, and use what I learn to achieve practical solutions you can be comfortable with. I want you to have a visitation or parenting plan that works for your unique family needs, as your child deserves the benefits of both parents playing productive roles in his or her life.
> Related Content: Paternity Attorney
Alimony for Orlando Divorce
Alimony, also referred to as spousal support, is the law for divorcing couples in Florida. However, the degree to which it impacts your post-divorce life can be negotiated. Appropriate levels of alimony are based on one former spouse's financial need and the other's ability to pay.
The legalities of spousal support can be confusing. I will explain the definitions of the many kinds of alimony — permanent, temporary, lump sum, bridge-the-gap and rehabilitative alimony — as well as factors that the courts consider when determining the amount. These factors include age, education, financial resources and length of the marriage, whether it be short term (less than 7 years), moderate-term (greater than 7 years, less than 17 years) or long-term (17 years or greater) plays a part in determining what the allocations will be for you or your partner. I am here to walk you through every step so that you are knowledgeable of all your options.
> Related Content: Filing for Divorce
Why Do You Need an Orlando Divorce Attorney?
I arm you with the facts regarding full financial disclosure and all spousal support matters. I give you the information you need to reach informed decisions and formulate workable agreements.
One of the hot-button issues in any contested or high net worth divorce is asset and property division. After a settlement agreement is finalized, discussions between divorcing couples and legal counsel have been known to break down over matters of who should own what and how much everything is worth. I am here to ease that process for you and your family, so that you can receive what was agreed upon. This can be a stressful time but I am here to provide relief and bring further insight to your situation.
Equitable Distribution For Orlando Divorce
You deserve an "equitable distribution" that dignifies your contribution to your marriage — your fair share of assets and marital property, including:
- Real estate
- Home furnishings
- Antiques
- Art
- Retirement accounts
- Pensions
- Stock options
- Deferred compensation
- Closely held family businesses
- Inherited money or property
- Rental property income
We will determine the separate or "non-marital," property, which unless otherwise written is property bought outside of the marriage. This will help rule out anything that is not useful for your case. If you suspect your spouse is disguising or secreting hidden assets, I will aggressively investigate your claim. If a business valuation is necessary to safeguard your investment in a family business, I can access the assistance of financial experts to get an accurate assessment of your situation.
I am a Florida native and Florida-educated, and am committed to helping individuals meet their family law goals. I do not overwhelm you with a mountain of legal jargon. I treat you respectfully at all times, as both an individual and a client.
I assure that you know all of your legal options, and how family law statutes can work in your favor. You will have every fact at your disposal, in pursuit of informed decisions. Above all, I want you to trust me with the delicate, private financial details of your life. I work hard to earn that trust. You deserve a legal professional you can safely confide in, so you can have peace of mind during this difficult time.
When the stakes are high, for you and your children, and your voice is not being heard in divorce discussions of property division, reach out to me. My track record of success proves that I can help.
There is life after divorce. Let me help you get there.
Please click the following to read more information on Relocation, Grandparents' Rights, and Military Law.
Relocation after Orlando Divorce
Relocation after divorce is the opportunity for a new beginning, the daring to dream of a different future than you originally planned.
Grandparents' Visitation Rights in Florida
In Florida, divorce is a legal action between spouses, but that's not the end of the effect. Extended family members can feel the reverberation as well, perhaps none more so than grandparents.
Military Family Law
Military family law is different from typical family law practice, as special circumstances may arise. Anticipating problems specific to divorce in military families allows for a more favorable outcome.
Bankruptcy and Divorce in Orlando
Divorce can cause financial strain. Filing for bankruptcy can seem tempting,as you try to start over with a clean slate. You or your former spouse may want to refresh your finances, but keep in mind there are different factors to consider before you file.


text:
Zack Leder is a Tax Partner with Bennett Thrasher providing tax consulting and compliance services to large and middle market corporate taxpayers. He also has experience in individual, partnership and S corporation taxation.
Zack began his career with Deloitte Tax, LLP where he spent time in both the federal lead tax services group serving large corporate taxpayers and the private client advisory group serving high net worth individuals and closely held businesses. He then spent time in the tax department of Mirant Corporation where he served on the multinational corporation's domestic compliance team.
Zack's mergers and acquisitions (M&A) experience includes assisting companies looking for a liquidity event to be positioned for the rigorous due diligence process involved in a sale transaction as well as performing buy-side due diligence procedures on potential targets. He also assists in determining optimal tax structuring in M&A transactions.
Zack earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Master of Accounting at the University of Florida. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensed in the states of Florida and Georgia and is a member of the America Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and Georgia Society of CPAs (GSCPA) within its Taxation Sections.


text:
The AGM, the NUS & the way forward
Sussex's Annual General Meeting is always good fun, despite the boring initial procedures, the confusion, and the long hours of sitting on a wooden floor (perhaps an idea to get a better venue next year, as this would also improve attendance. How about a marquee with 600 chairs and a bar?). I certainly enjoyed that Thursday, not in the least because one of the motions that I co-submitted was passed, albeit indicatively.
This article comes as a brief response to Ben Evan's comment piece titled 'Of polemics, ideologues and arrogance' that appeared in last week's Badger. I felt that some of Ben's remarks targeted a group, or rather a movement that I am part of, and I therefore felt compelled to respond. There is no space for me here to discuss all Ben's points, and I will stick mainly to the NUS issue.
Ben expresses his frustration with "several of the uglier traits of our otherwise nobly engaged student body". His problem is with the way in which the NUS debate ensued and resulted in yet another call for a referendum on (dis-)affiliation. He believes that the NUS were targeted in a manner which was elitist and arrogant. According to Ben, there has been a historically poor relationship with the NUS, a culture of disengagement within USSU, and he concludes that our criticism of the national union is unjustified because we refuse "to engage the NUS in a constructive manner." The debate at the AGM was the cry of a union that never bothers to engage yet stands on the sideline criticising – "years of engaging in polemical rants about Blairite wannabes and neo-liberalism."
Firstly, here a problematic difference is made between what is deemed practical, constructive engagement and what is deemed ideological ranting. The thing is, Ben's points are no less ideological. They are simply less far removed from the political mainstream within society (and the NUS), and appear therefore more realistic.
What Ben argues for is a "constructive" engagement within the NUS, like submitting motions, going to regional events, NUS training, etc. The fact is however that in the years that I have been involved Sussex has done that, but given, perhaps less so than other unions. On the other hand, Sussex has ran two candidates for influential positions over the last two years – for the position of VP education (Dan Glass, 06-07) and National Treasurer (myself, 07-08). Sussex has also co-submitted proposals and amendments in the NUS reform process, as well as to conferences. So it's not entirely fair to say we do not engage, but perhaps not in the way that the leadership of the NUS would like Sussex to.
If we were to take more lessons from the NUS, use their contacts and training facilities, and let that bureaucratic lobby culture permeate the way we do things at Sussex, we'd certainly be on the wrong track. Imagine the Sussex Not For Sale campaign following that scenario – it would involve a load of meaningless yet glossy leaflets, endless meetings with University managers, begging them to 'listen', bland meetings exclusively run by SU sabbs; not the grass roots democratic student – worker movement that raised the wider issue of marketisation, not just fees, that we saw here last year. Which also got a runner-up Campaign of the Year Award, indeed, from the NUS (the irony!).
In one sense Ben makes a good point. The anti-capitalist left in NUS, of which Sussex forms an integral part, does indeed often revel in ideological rants about neo-liberalism and war, whilst the mainstream-right forces appear to play a more practical, hands-on role in directly solving students' issues. This is problematic, but only because the left does have solutions: hands-on, and not bureaucratic PC anti-racism and anti-fascism, great events like Feminist Fightback, campaigns that have a genuine bottom-up approach that tackle wider student issues, not just fees (like Sussex Not For Sale), engagement with workers and their struggles, a genuine internationalism (understandably, the NUS is a complete joke compared to what goes on in Southern-Europe, for example), the list goes on. And all that on a budget that is a tiny fraction of NUS's annual spending.
Now this is where Sussex's "constructive engagement" lies. Within that movement, that recently culminated into the 'Another Education is Possible' conference that seeks to organise a demonstration for free education, there where the NUS falls short (and by the way, we fortunately broadly do NOT agree on bland campaign slogans like 'Keep the Cap'). A movement that learns its lessons from what's currently happening in Italy and Germany for example – grass roots student movements that take mass democratic control of their universities, demonstrate, engage with wider society, and win.
One final point. Ben Evans makes the point that staunch liberals love to make when referring to socialism or anti-capitalism more broadly – "a world view that died some time around when Stalin first started sending his citizens to the gulags." Now, apart from that this in fact is an arrogant statement to make, it is incorrect. Genuine workers' democracy got abandoned by the Stalinists well before 1929, but the world view of a democratic society organised in the interest of the people never died, and becomes more relevant as the credit crunch bites and people lose their jobs whilst national treasuries get raped to fill the pockets of the few. Top-up fees and marketisation are a result of this situation. An effective resistance movement starts not from within the NUS, but from the kind of activism that Sussex is famous for, whilst remaining critical, open, self-reflexive and improving. It is a good thing that we sent out another signal to the NUS by way of referendum – now let's continue to show that there is an alternative.
One Comment
It's true that sussex has engaged with NUS to an extent, but it's really only to the same extent as a student that turns up to AGM once a year engages with USSU: it's fun to go along, shout about your opinions, and go back to forgetting all about it for another year.
As with USSU, the NUS is actually running all year long, with councils and committees making all kinds of decisions that don't need the democratic approval of the AGM. I think if a student were to come along to the AGM complaining about everything USSU officers were planning, sabbs and other 'engaged' students would wonder why they hadn't said something sooner… so maybe NUS's treatment of Sussex isn't entirely unjustified.
Also, relationships like those other unions have with the NUS take years to build up, so two good years of Sussex students actually turning up to conferences and engaging in debate doesn't mean everyone's forgotten the years before that!


text:
Rybrook Motor Group are a credit broker and not a lender. We are Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. 653224 Finance is Subject to status. Other offers may be available but cannot be used in conjunction with this offer. We work with a number of carefully selected credit providers who may be able to offer you finance for your purchase.
Registered in England & Wales: 05818940
Registered Office: Address: 6 Athena Court Athena Drive Tachbrook Park, Warwick, CV34 6RT
Data Protection No : Z9498754
Rybrook Holdings Ltd is one of the largest privately owned car dealer groups in the UK, with showrooms covering the North West, South Wales and the Midlands. We pride ourselves on our excellent customer service, as we strive to help each individual motorist find a car that meets their style and budget. Our individual dealerships represent most major specialist and luxury marques, including Bentley, BMW, Jaguar, Lamborghini, McLaren, MINI, Land Rover, Porsche, Rolls-Royce and Volvo.
The MINI marque is one that has been celebrated for over 50 years due to a MINIs classic British look alongside its dynamic performance. MINIs are designed for thrill seekers worldwide, with their iconic go kart handling and agility they can make any drive extremely fun. Whether new or second hand, the variety of MINIs we offer at Rybrook Holdings all boast the fun and agility MINI is famous for.
Our Rybrook MINI dealerships are based in Shrewsbury, Stratford, Wolverhampton and Worcester. Each individual MINI dealership is an approved used and new MINI car dealership, renowned for offering the highest levels of customer service and a beautiful selection of MINIs to suit every individual motorist's style and budget.
At our Rybrook MINI dealership in Shrewsbury, we offer the full range of MINIs from the new MINI Hatch 3 door, MINI Hatch 5 door, MINI Clubman, MINI Paceman and MINI Countryman. In addition to this, our approved used MINI range includes the MINI Roadster, MINI Convertible and MINI Coupé models. We also offer after sales care for your MINI, including servicing and parts.
If you have any questions about any of our dealership's services or about the many MINI vehicles that we have, then please don't hesitate to contact us or visit our showroom today. You can find us at Featherbed Lane, Shrewsbury. Shropshire, United Kingdom, SY1 4NS


text:
|1 of 3
This page
BOND REFUNDING IN POSTBELLUM NEW ORLEANS: THE PREMIUM BOND PLAN by Joseph R. Razek University of New Orleans Ramasamy Odaiyappa University of New Orleans When the Civil War broke out, New Orleans was the leading city in the South. By 1875, New Orleans definitely was not. Like so many other Southern cities, it had fallen victim to the ravages of war and changes in patterns of trade —in this case due to the construction of a national railroad system and the subsequent decline in traffic along the Mississippi River. The assessed value of real and personal property in the City (its tax base) amounted to $125,192,403 in 1861 (City of New Orleans, 1865, p. 18). By 1864, this amount had fallen to $98,788,325 (Ibid, p. 19), a loss of 21% in four years of wartime inflation. Eleven years later, it had only risen to $119,288,504 (Phillips, p. 24). While part of the above decrease was due to the reduced valuation of real estate, the major portion was due to losses of personal property. For example, when the slaves were declared free, property assessed at $6,609,210 was removed from the City's tax rolls at one stroke (Ibid, p. 18). These numbers do not fully reflect the magnitude of the decline. From the following statement made in 1868 by then mayor of New Orleans, Edward Heath, it can be inferred that the dollars shown in the city's records are not federal dollars, but a form of local currency—which must have depreciated significantly during and after the Civil War. According to Mayor Heath, "The City currency is a subject which has painfully occupied a good deal of our attention of late. It is a paper currency which represents not precious metals, but rests solely on the credit of the city. The present city government is not responsible for its introduction. We found it in circulation when we came into office. It was the offspring of the war. It originated with the Council of 1861. It had its precedent — not a venerable one, though rather time-worn, in the shinplasters of 1836-37 —a convenient kind of money, but which soon flooded the community in such quantity that the Legislature was compelled to intervene and prohibit the overissue of it." (Report to the Common Council of New Orleans, 1868) Regretably, the expenses of running the city did not decrease, and by 1875, the bonded indebtedness of New Orleans had reached $22,041,379 (Phillips, p. 24). The rate of taxation, which had been 15 mills in 1861, was 30 mills (Ibid, p. 4), and it was felt that in order to run the city and service this debt, a tax rate of 50 mills would be necessary (La. Laws, 1876, Act 31, Preamble) — in a city whose economy had never really recovered from the 12 The Accounting Historians Notebook, Fall, 1990


text:
I remember so well my first broken heart. It was 9th grade and Bobby Fortunato, the guy of my dreams, had just broken up with me. We had been going out for two whole weeks. My mom took pity on me and let me stay home in bed and eat jello. I remember it like it was yesterday.
Truly, there might be nothing as bad as a broken heart. The pain, both in your heart and in your head, is almost unbearable. The end of a relationship is like a death… you grieve for your loss and you feel a huge emptiness, one that you are sure you will never again be able to fill.
I am here to tell you there are ways to get through your grief not only intact but even better than you were before.
Here are my 5 Ways to Survive a Broken Heart – Even if All You Want to Do is Curl Up in a Ball and Cry.
#1 – Pay Attention your body.
Most likely your body is in physical pain, the result of psychological suffering. And the most likely center point of that pain is your stomach. The pain is sharp and relentless and makes you feel like you are going to die.
That pain is from anxiety: Anxiety that you are less than, that you will never love again, that you will be alone, and that you are unlovable. That pain comes directly from your brain--from your thoughts. Not so helpful, right?
There are two ways to deal with this pain.
The first is to talk back to that brain of yours. Tell it that it is being ridiculous. That you are amazing, that this loss will only create new opportunities, that you aren't now, nor ever will you be, alone. It's not easy but you can do it.
The second is to remember to breathe. Big deep breaths that go down to your belly. Breath in for 3 seconds and out for 4. This kind of breathing will actually calm the stress response in your body, ease your stomach pain and help clear your head. Repeat as necessary.
#2 – Manage your media.
This is a key element in grief management. You have music, you have video, you have social media. USE THEM. They will get you out of your head and inspire you to be powerful.
I make a playlist when I am going through hard times. The songs are about empowerment, about survival, about living life fully. They go on my I-phone and then get played in my car as I go about my day. And yes, I sing along. Loudly.
Movies work the same way. There are so many movies out there about overcoming the odds, getting through hard times and emerging better than before. Find them. Watch them. Be inspired by them. Even cry with them (yes, crying is ok. even good. sometimes great. but don't wallow).
Be careful of social media. Yes, it is a great tool for feeling connected and distracted but if you have a tendency to stalk, and it causes you pain, then tread lightly. YouTube might be better than Facebook…or so my teenage daughter tells me.
#3 – Do Good.
Nothing feels better than helping out someone in need. Helping out someone else while you are at your lowest feels even better, believe it or not.
When you are grieving it is really easy to turn inside yourself, to feel like you are in the worst place a person could be. And while where you suck, there are others out there who are as bad off or worse. And by helping them you are also helping yourself.
There are plenty of ways to help out. You can help an elderly neighbor mow their lawn, you can volunteer at a library and help children learn to read. Hospitals are always in need of people to help in a variety of capacities. I worked in palliative care for a while. Wow, did that give me some perspective and appreciation of the life I was living?
Pick one. Do it. See how good it makes you feel and make someone else feel better in the process.
#4 – Get hot.
Yes, you read that right. Get hot.
Exercise is one of the best ways to manage grief. During exercise, your body produces endorphins and endorphins actually make you feel better. And, as a side benefit, exercise also gets you in shape.
Imagine having the body that you have always wanted – you know what body I am talking about. Now is the time to get it. Start exercising to help manage your grief and use it to get in great shape and to feel better about yourself.
And, while it's not about revenge, let your Ex eat his heart out when next he sees you!
#5 – Believe, believe, believe.
Yes, right now your heart is broken. You just can't imagine being able to get through this day or the next. You know that you will never love or be loved again. Sigh.
No! You have to believe. You have to believe that your great love is out there. That you are more than a little loveable and that what you are going through is only temporary. Think about what you want and work on truly believing that you will get it. And then take the steps to do so. You can do it!
And, if you are feeling hot and full of self-confidence from all that exercise and surviving your grief, imagine what that special someone will think when they first lay eyes on you. WOW!
Now that's a great place for your pesky brain to go, don't you think?
So there you go… my 5 Ways to Survive a Broken Heart – Even if All You Want to Do is Curl Up in a Ball and Cry.
Your world seems like it is over but it's not. Use my coping techniques and not only will you get through today and tomorrow in one piece but you will build the strength of body and character that will ultimately help you achieve your dreams and find the love of your life.


text:
The Whitney Moves to the Meatpacking District
The Whitney Museum of American Art finally reopened today. The New York institution's much heralded move from the stately Upper East Side to the hip meatpacking district was highly anticipated. Joe Sykes reports on the opening on a building that's already making waves downtown.


text:
Engine/game projects
PositronX is our upcoming title on Steam Early Access. A First person Rogue-lite action title, we play with time and space in ways and combinations few games do.
The released version for I Shall Remain can be accessed here http://store.steampowered.com/app/293460
Here there are some short videos from one of the games I work on : Mana Aegis
Here there is an example of the CellBuilder application showcasing the 'JustPlay ' feature
And here there is the same scene played as a normal game
My area of expertise in game development and game construction tools relates to many types of games as well as general game and game tools architecture. The following projects are some of the latest applications i worked on in my 15 years of professional experience.
- I Shall Remain Action RPG game (http://www.scorpiusgames.com/isrdetail/)
- Mana Aegis (http://www.scorpiusgames.com/mana-aegis/)
- Minions of Steel RTS/FPS game
- StemCell Game Engine
- CellBuilder world construction tool
- UMAG medical application
- Hospital application prototype
- NAV6 medical simulation
- Educational game prototype
- ATV Madness game demo
- OilPlatform game demo
- Syntet game demo
- Forest proof of concept and demo
- Ultimate Casino Poker game
- Video/DVD 3d scene generator
- MitraClip Viewer project
- Unreal game project
And here there are pictures from other applications/games


text: Welcome to My Writing Corner! Here you will find snatches of conversations, ideas, and thoughts rambling around in my head. They may include bits about my family, friends, travels, hobbies, or any other topic that grabs my interest. I hope you enjoy visiting My Writing Corner and that you will stop by again soon!


text:
Whatsapp, the popular messaging application, is testing a new feature called 'status' which allows users to share mood; setting photos and videos with their customized elements: emojis and the content. The content disappears after 24 hours – so basically Snapchat stories again! Not only the feature idea is copied, but the camera features too.
Why would Facebook fire up copying and do the same thing again?
The feature is familiar because it is similar to Instagram stories that have been applied by Facebook in August. Whatsapp status and Instagram stories are clones of Snapchat stories.
When Snapchat launched its stories three years ago, the sharing feature became hugely popular. The feature is now ruling the growth rate of social media generally and messaging apps specifically with 10 billion daily video views as of April.
Another reason: Facebook has recently adopted a new strategy of pushing video first, which has been stated many times by Mark Zuckerberg throughout Facebook's third-quarter earnings call this week.
"I want to start by talking about our work around putting video first across our apps," Zuckerberg said.
How the feature works?
A new status tab will appear next to Chats and Calls where users will be able to view their status and statuses of their friends who shared with them. There is an option to choose who can see your status and also who has viewed it. The status will not only be images and videos, but it can also be the frequent text status update.
Whatsapp on the left, Snapchat on the right. Photo via @Matt Navarra
Facebook has copied Snapchat this time to a quite shocking extent:
- The process of taking pictures is the same
- The Front flash
- The drawing and writing tools
- Even the emojis are identical
Instead of creating an original pack of their own they used an open source Twemoji used by Twitter and Snapchat
The new status feature is now hidden on Whatsapp latest beta version (2.16.336). Beta users only can test the feature with a Xposed module and with jailbroken iPhones or Android-based smartphones. However, it will eventually be available for everyone across all platforms soon after the testing is done.


text:
Meet The Maker: Mitchell Malpartida, Maker Dad; Dancing Robot Aficionado
Mitchell Malpartida
We first noticed Mitchell's work when he posted the original Moby on the projects page. Moby was created as part of a tech demo used to show his daughter's kindergarten class the basics of electronics. This silly-dancing robot was originally made with a handful of modules, and its dance moves weren't all that stellar.
But after Mitchell won our Coffee Napkin Prototype contest over on Instagram, Moby went through a full upgrade and is now a true dancing machine.
Mitchell has made some top notch projects to help teach his daughters about electronics, so we reached out to him to learn more about the dad behind Moby.
Where are you based?
Originally from Jersey City, NJ and currently in West Covina, CA
What's your maker superpower?
I'm still in the process of discovering my maker superpower though I think it's the ability to create experiences that combine digital and physical components.
What inspires you?
My inspiration for making things comes from the cartoons and movies I watched when I was growing up. GI Joe, Transformers, Buck Rogers, James Bond, etc.
Congrats @mmalpartida on winning our #CoffeeMaker contest! We can't wait to see Moby 2.0 come to life ☺ Thanks everyone for submitting your sketches. Stay tuned for more contests coming soon. ・・・ Moby v1 was a hit with my daughter's kindergarten class! Now it's time for a @littlebits upgrade! #CoffeeMaker #littlebits See V1 at https://classroom.littlebits.com/projects/lego-robot-that-dances-to-music
What's the most exciting project you have worked on?
The most exciting littleBits project to date would easily be Moby! It was a lot of fun to develop a robot with personality yet without programming or custom hardware.
What else would you use littleBits for?
My daughters want me to add littleBits to all their toys, so we are going to work on taking a regular toy and supercharging it with new functionality! Expect some new videos on cool toy mashups soon!
Who is the Monster in the Room?
You have built so many creations for the projects page. What have you learned in the process?
The biggest lesson I have learned in building projects with littleBits is to focus less on the build and more on the intended experience! Moby is a great example of that, as he required no programming, just some creativity, LEGO, littleBits and a fun purpose!
What's your dream bit?
My dream bit would be an anti-gravity bit. It would affect the gravity of your project within a limited area and if connected to the wireless bits you could make your own remote control hover-board! 🙂


text:
According to Baist's Maps of Naylor Court in 1924, there were two alley stables living on the lot at 1322 9th Street NW. It is now vacant, and languishing as a "blighted D.C. property". The stables and associated 9th Street NW Victorian homes were razed or collapsed from neglect long ago. How do holes appear in city squares like #0367? Often, it's a matter of greed. Speculators "sit on a property" – like a stock – in the anticipation that it will eventually make them very rich. When economies tank and ready money suddenly dries up, property values plummet. The forces to continue to hold onto the languishing properties increase. The speculators then double down with renewed tenacity, figuring that they had lost a fortune (a theoretical loss since the full price valuation had never been achieved in the first place) and need to make up for their losses. That's where it gets interesting.
The pressures to do something more than putting up a "for sale sign" mount, so rather than sell or creatively construct, the owners opt to pave, privatize and promote. Now they have cash flow, a diminished tax burden (commercial versus blighted property tax) and can continue to hold what they think will be a winning hand.
In her 1970 album (Ladies of the Canyon) Joni Mitchell (http://jonimitchell.com/) railed against the progressive loss of civility in cities through ruthless "urban planning." Indeed, rather than saying "you don't know what you've got till it's gone" she could as easily said: - "you don't know what you could have done till you can't.""Soon after Harriet Tregoning became D.C. planning director in 2007, the developers of a proposed building for a prime downtown spot at Connecticut Avenue and K Street NW suggested opening a parking lot on their site until construction could begin. She cringed. "I grew up in St. Louis, and I know what a parking lot means, a surface parking lot," Tregoning said. "If there's an indicator species for distress, it's a surface parking lot." Jonathan O'Connell in the Washington Business Journal discussed the principles of "temporary urbanism" with Ms. Tregoning "as a means to bring dead construction zones and storefronts alive with active, temporary uses O'Connell points out that developers are often lukewarm to the idea of temporary uses as they are concerned that when the time for development does arrive the public will object to displacement of the temporary amenity. When the stopgap for every stalled development is a parking lot it stifles livability. The district has made strides in this regard under Tregoning's tenure but other cities show that much more is possible. But with the recession stalling plans for new construction around the city, she also knew the request was likely to be the first of many. So Tregoning began pushing a new concept — "temporary urbanism" — to bring dead construction zones and storefronts alive with active, temporary uses."
(References: - http://washington.bizjournals.com/washington/stories/2009/11/16/story6.html "WBJ discusses Temporary Urbanism with Harriet Tregoning" and from The Triangle, not just parking lots anymore...
You often hear long time Shaw residents say: - "Surely a paved-over empty lot is better than nothing." or "You should have seen this place 20 years ago." Well, think again! Profitable paved parking projects have an evil way of promoting their own permanence. These lots leave nasty dead zones in the city. Parking lots are nationally recognized by urban planners as properties that create opportunities for crime to flourish. They neither improve nor inspire a residential neighborhood. They only contribute to the feelings of neglect, danger and decay. "Obviously, nobody cares around here, so anything goes."
(Naylor Ct. parking lot circa 1989 - photo courtesy of Roger Theil )
By comparing these two maps (Baist's 1924 and 1989) you will see "holes" in the block density appearing like the lost teeth of urban decay. The paved-over vacant lots represent lost opportunities to increase housing density in downtown D.C. by constructing something creative and exciting for people. Washington is rapidly growing up in terms of thinking about urban planning. It's actually quietly becoming quite a hip and vibrant town for young people. The time to think of alleys as useful for only trash and services (like parking lots) is finished in the enlightened circles of national discussion about alleys.
A surplus of parking really can be too much of a good thing for any city. Each lot creates a new 'dead zone' in the middle of what ought to be a bustling commercial district or residential neighborhood. These dead zones block new growth and mean there is less room for the offices and homes that would supply a steady stream of office workers and residents who might patronize local businesses - and less room to cluster other businesses that would in turn attract more foot traffic.
Harriet Tregoning is right to push "temporary urbanism" as a way to temporarily use seemingly useless spaces. If you can't swim somewhere positive, at least tread water for a little while. Don't drown opportunities under a sea of asphalt so that they have a difficult time ever recovering.
The neighborhood will aggressively block creating a parking lot on this vacant land at 1322 9th Street NW. It's one thing to create something from nothing but why on earth should the community accept creating nothing from something! It shouldn't and won't.


text:
The author of an adult book about uncommon animal attachments invites emergent readers to share the warm (Unlikely Friendships, 2011).
This is the first of four spinoffs, all rewritten and enhanced with fetching color photographs of the subject. It pairs a very young rhesus monkey with a dove, one cat with a zoo bear and another that became a "seeing-eye cat" for a blind dog (!), an old performing elephant with a stray dog and a lion in the Kenyan wild with a baby oryx. Refreshingly, the author, a science writer, refrains from offering facile analyses of the relationships' causes or homiletic commentary. Instead, she explains how each companionship began, what is surprising about it and also how some ended, from natural causes or otherwise. There is a regrettable number of exclamation points, but they are in keeping with the overall enthusiastic tone.
The sense of wonder that infuses each simply worded chapter is contagious, and some of the photos are soooo cuuuuute. (animal and word lists) (Nonfiction. 7-9)


text:
This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Review Exchange Program, which is open to all authors and is completely free. Simply put, you agree to provide an honest review an author's book in exchange for the author doing the same for you. What sites your reviews are posted on (B&N, Amazon, etc.) and whether you send digital (eBook, PDF, Word, etc.) or hard copies of your books to each other for review is up to you. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email, and be sure to describe your book or include a link to your Readers' Favorite review page or Amazon page.
This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Donation Program, which was created to help nonprofit and charitable organizations (schools, libraries, convalescent homes, soldier donation programs, etc.) by providing them with free books and to help authors garner more exposure for their work. This author is willing to donate free copies of their book in exchange for reviews (if circumstances allow) and the knowledge that their book is being read and enjoyed. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email. Be sure to tell the author who you are, what organization you are with, how many books you need, how they will be used, and the number of reviews, if any, you would be able to provide.
Reviewed by Jack Magnus for Readers' Favorite
Spirit of the Amaroq: A Story of Salvation is an adventure novel written by James Charles. Pastor Jack Douglas was a disciplined man who woke early each morning to get in his exercise routine before his wife and two small children were up. He loved waking them up to get ready for work and school, and, at breakfast that morning, he promised his eight-year-old daughter, Rebecca, that he'd be there for her big soccer game that afternoon. His wife, Janette, would drive their two children to school on her way to the Puckett Women's Shelter where she worked. As he was the pastor, the Puckett Christ Our Savior Church was his second home, and he was soon engrossed in preparing the day's sermon. Then the sheriff came with news that would strip every bit of joy and hope from Jack's life. His wife, son and daughter were all dead, casualties of an horrific traffic accident. Jack had nothing.
Not being inclined to organized religion, I wondered about this book as I began to read it, but soon realized that my superficial concerns were just that -- superficial. Before very long, I was captivated by Jack's odyssey up north to the oil fields and his further adventures up into Alaska. I'm a big fan of adventure and travel stories, and Spirit of the Amaroq ranks up there with the best of them. Charles' Pastor Jack Douglas is a reader, and the novels he chooses to accompany him on his travels are both insightful and inspiring. His time in the wilds of Alaska is beautifully portrayed, most especially his growing friendship with the female wolf who becomes his companion and protector. The second part of the book, which chronicles Jack's visit to Nome, is equally stirring. Spirit of the Amaroq is one of those books you'll want to tell everyone who'll listen -- and even those who don't want to listen -- about how good it is. I was stunned by the power and beauty residing within this book and thrilled to discover that James Charles has written other books. Anyone who's ever lost themselves reading the grand classics such as Moby Dick and The Call of the Wild, will find much to fall in love with in this book, as indeed I did. Spirit of the Amaroq is most highly recommended.


text:
A very long series originally penned by Ann M. Martin (the first 35 books anyway) lasted 14 years, much longer than average reading span than that of it's target age group. I believe I got started in on the series around #12, found myself going back to the first book and catching up. The only reason I had started reading it was because I complained to the elementary school librarian that I was bored, she reached behind her back and pulled a random book off the shelf and said "Here! You'll like this." Lucky for her, she was right.
I had no idea that Ann M. Martin didn't actually write the entire series, but it does make sense. How else was a new book being pumped out every month by Scholastic? I just thought the woman was really dedicated. Good thing no one revealed this to me at that age. I honestly think I would have stopped reading, since at that age I thought that putting your name on something you didn't really write was cheating and dishonest. I still think that, though with a little more understanding on marketing, branding and catering to a readership. Try explaining that to a 10 year old. It's like finding out about Santa Claus.
However, the series was inspiring and full of those little things in life you're supposed to learn about and even some stuff that's a little more advanced. Like running a small business. Scheduling your time. Knowing when to call 911. Making choices and taking hold of opportunities. And even some advice about dating and boys.
It was a series that created a full and complete world that you could lose yourself in and almost imagine yourself as one of the club members. The characters were diverse and unique, yet had factors that made it possible to identify with. You could almost say they're the Sex and the City ladies as young girls growing up. Maybe this is why I like Sex and the City so much.
The regular series ended up being 131 books long with many super specials, mysteries and other additions. To read every single book under the Baby Sitters Club name is a feat in itself. I'm sure there are several young ladies who have achieved this. These are probably the same gals that had opening day tickets for the movie.
All in all, each book was a lot like a sitcom. A problem or event occurred there was a misunderstanding, an accident or an argument, but by the end, everything was OK again. Periodically the story lines did deal with some heavier issues like racism, being held back a grade in school, moving, divorce and step siblings. Through this series, young ladies were shown a lot of different life issues that they may not experience on their own and get a taste for while others who were going through the same thing could identify and perhaps find some solace.
But like all good things, they come to an end. The baby sitters graduate from middle school after 14 years. I guess it was about time! (1986-2000.)


text:
You might have missed what happened at a small minor-league ballpark in Newark, New Jersey, earlier this summer. During the seventh-inning stretch, the crowd was asked to stand for a rendition of "God Bless America." Three teenage boys declined to stand, and were kicked out of the stadium by the president and co-owner of the Newark Bears, Thomas Cetnar.
Those three teenagers are suing the Bears, claiming their constitutional rights were violated.
While I assume that most Americans would scoff at the claim, I believe those boys have a great case.
Personally, I have never failed to stand for our National Anthem, or for God Bless America. But I would vehemently defend anyone's right to remain sitting.
In fact, it reminds me of an incident surrounding the Dallas Cowboys' Duane Thomas, in 1970, when he failed to stand at attention for the National Anthem before a game in Buffalo. He was booed loudly by the fans, all of whom were apparently watching Thomas, rather than saluting the flag. The next morning newspapers around the country called for Thomas's suspension. My high school buddy and I, though, sent a letter to the Chronicle sports section, defending Thomas's right to sit, and for questioning Americans' support of blind patriotism. The Chron printed the letter, sandwiched between two other letters calling for Duane Thomas's scalp. I cut out the Letters section that morning. And I still have it.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Subscribe to: Posts (Atom)


text:
Store Main Page
Log In
Customer Service - (973) 857-3440
Subito Home Page
Advanced Search
Music by Genre
BachScholar Editions
CD Sheet Music/Orchestra Library
Large Print Music
Opus Series
Paulus Publications
CU Music Press
Dunstan House
EB Marks Music
Pear Tree Press Music
Treble Clef Music
Zimbel Press
Music Books & Texts
Audio CDs
SMD Subscription
Gift Certificates
New Products ...
Featured Products ...
All Products ...
Featured [more]
Easy Classic Favorites
Create Account/Log In
Contact Us
Shipping & Returns
Privacy Notice
Instrumentation Key
Newsletter Unsubscribe
Site Map
Gift Certificate FAQ
Store Main Page
Treble Clef Music
:: 4: Take, Oh Take Those Lips Away
for SA, piano
Treble Clef Music
Product 37/201
larger image
4: Take, Oh Take Those Lips Away
for SA, piano
Composer: Carmichael, Mary
Publication Type
: Choral Octavo
Catalog Number:
Add to Cart:
Min: 8
Our latest contribution to the "simple does not have to mean stupid" niche. First published in 1885, these settings are modest in scope, yet imaginatively constructed. With considerable rhythmic energy, independence of the two voices, harmonic variety, and interesting accompaniments, they transcend the idiom of the Victorian parlor ballad which they superficially resemble. SA & Piano; English. Easy. Instrumentation: SA, piano
Published by: Treble Clef Music
Minimum order quantity: 8 copies. To order quantities fewer than 8, please call customer service at (973) 857-3440.
Who's Online
There currently are 65 guests online.
Credit Card Processing
Store Main Page
© 2020 Subito Music Corporation
Website Design by:
Armsby Services
Powered by
Zen Cart


text:
Meta-analysis is the analysis of the literature on, say, the estimate of a particular elasticity. This is common in medical studies, where each individual study has usually little statistical significance, but aggregating them may give the results more power. In Economics, there are few meta-analyses (although there is a society on the topic) as study samples are statistically much more sound and each study takes so much time that there is little incentive to do a lot o the same topic. Yet, this happens for some themes.
One such theme is the price puzzle: many vector-autoregression models show that a monetary contraction is immediately followed by a rise in the price level, which is rather counter-intuitive. Marek Rusnák, Tomáš Havránek and Roman Horváth found 70 articles from 31 countries providing 210 estimates of the response at five horizons. Can one then simply do a statistical analysis on these estimates? That is not so easy, as there may be a publication bias. As the puzzle is now well documented, journal editors are not particularly interested in studies that demonstrate it again. The authors claim that there is such a bias, but I have to confess I do not understand how they come to that conclusion.
The price puzzle is on average present, and prices eventually decrease as suggested but all theories. But there is substantial variance in the results, which the authors show can be explained by what variables are included or what variant of a vector-autoregression is run. This unfortunately confirms my frustration with this field: there is a dizzying array of methods and specifications that yield different results, and it is impossible to tell which one is right. Maybe we need a bit more theory to discipline this.
Monday, November 21, 2011
Meta-analyzing the price puzzle
Posted by Economic Logician at 7:45 AM
Labels: macroeconomics, money
No comments:
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)


text:
Join us for a delicious afternoon of vegan cooking and tastings. Our ASMY chefs are bringing you a heap of tasty, easy to make nourishing meals and YOU get to cook! Suitable for both experienced cooks who are on the lookout for different ideas and techniques as well as "I have never cooked a vegetable in my life" newbies, this workshop will have something for everyone. We know that changing the way you eat or introducing new foods and cooking techniques into your diet can sometimes be overwhelming, so we will be stepping you through a full day's meals from breakfast to dessert and have put together 7 days of recipes and instructions to give you an awesome launchpad for your vegan cooking adventures. This fun packed afternoon includes fresh food ideas, vego cooking tips, the opportunity to Read more →
2:00pm Saturday 25 May 2019
Australian School of Meditation and Yoga, West End QLD (map)


text:
Ever After High Briar Beauty.
Played 1613 times
Ever After High Briar Beauty. game information:
Being aware of her destiny, Briar wants to live her life to the fullest and have fun shopping, partying and hanging with her best friend, Apple White. In this new fun game, you will have the pleasure of pampering this cute cheerful princess with a fabulous makeover. She must make the most of her time, so she wants to look flawless and stunning.
How to play:
This game is played with the mouse only
Add this game to your website or blog!
Popular Tags
Latest Games
- New Vampire Room Escape
- Finding Interior Designer Bag
- Army Trucks Hidden Letters
- Forgotten Academy Award Escape
- Knf Santa Claus Christmas Gift Escape
- Help The Santa
- Santa Double Adventure
- Liberation Of Santa
- Recover The Gift
- Memory Loss Santa
- Xmas Pass Over
- Perfect Winter Trendy
- Santa Arctic Adventure
- Knf Winter Wooden House Escape
- Santa Way 3
- Bart Shootout
- The Hulk Differences
- Princess doll house 2
- American Trucks Memory
- Sailor Ship Escape
- Defend Kindom Wars
- Deadpool Jigsaw
- Offroad Race Truck
- House Cleaning
- Kings Castle 20
- BMW F32 Jigsaw
- Art Gallery Escape
- Fairy Beauty Salon
- Daredevil Jigsaw
- Semi Truck Jigsaw


text:
SanDisk faces MP3 licence dispute
Electronics manufacturer SanDisk is facing a legal fight over its use of popular MP3 compression technology.
German officials seized MP3 players from SanDisk's booth at the IFA show in Berlin after an Italian patents firm won an injunction against the company.
Italian patents company Sisvel alleges that SanDisk refuses to pay licensing fees it needs to playback MP3 files.
SanDisk also faces a lawsuit brought by Sisvel in a German court, but denies that its products infringe patents.
Source: BBC


text:
Awesome Typography Collection #12Typography 0 Comments
We all love typography! It's a unique and endless ways of creative art expression along side with graphic design, painting, illustration and a lot more. Nowadays, typography design also is a main source for designers and artists to express their creativity into an amazing piece of art. It's just inspiring to see how manipulation of fonts, types, sizes and words can form a great artwork.
In today's post, we have collected some of typographic artworks which demonstrate the unique and amazing perspective of types play. Here is the Awesome Typography Collection which will sure to inspire you. We hope you enjoy this collection and don't forget to leave a comment to let us know which one is your favorite. See ya!
Hope Rising by Todd Fooshee
Highway To Nowhere by Colin Tossijn
True Love Type by Adriel Riveras
What Lies Within by Um0p3pisdn
You're Paranoid by Akuto-san
We Are All Made Of Stars by Rubens Scarelli
Love Is Wild by Sikahster
Typoart by Diogo Glovatski
…All About by Vladworks
Four Capital Letters by Carment
Yeah Yeah by Par4noid
Alegoria by Eduardo Garcia
Call The Cops by Christopher Berry
Obsessed by Cesar Guevara
Vikography by Spritzthevik
Frespiration by Yani Arabena
Shades Of Lust by Shebid
Mr Vampire Eats My Juicy Steak Using No Pepper by Heath Killen
A Recipe For Gingerbread by Madi
Over Legibility by Gareth Leyshon
The Worst Mistake by Jeffrey
Computer Arts Projects by Jeremy Pettis
Love Her Once More by Katro16
Hello Color by Soad2k
Invasion by Moe Pike Soe
I'm Hot Cuz I'm Fly by Lee Huynh
Adios by Alejandro Giraldo
Happiness Is A Full Time Job by Tinta Tomica
PolkaCore by H3ad3ad
Evoke Freestyle by Redox3000
Candy's Dandy by Emory Allen
Social Networks by Juan Camilo Gutiérrez
All artworks copyright to their respective copyright holder.


text:
Hugging the shores of Green Bay between Egg Harbor and Sturgeon Bay, the Bay Shore Blufflands Nature Preserve is a grand landscape filled with scenery straight out of a picture postcard. Wind-swept fields, towering pine forests, ephemeral wetlands and springs, cobbled lakeshore and stretches of rural open space along Bay Shore Drive all contribute to the beauty of this special place. But the "must-see" feature of the preserve is the spectacular view from the Blufflands' most significant natural feature—the rugged rock bluff of the Niagara Escarpment. The escarpment runs like a spine down the entire length of the preserve and provides not only breathtaking scenery, but also a highly specialized habitat for many plants and animals.
Coordinated efforts are now underway to restore the Blufflands' ecological health. Portions of the preserve that were once cleared for timber, farms, resorts, and even a golf course are being restored to productive wildlife habitat. With its outstanding scenery, diverse landscapes, and assortment of plant and animal species, the Bay Shore Blufflands Preserve has emerged as one of the Midwest's noteworthy nature preserves.


text:
During the quiet summer months we have taken the opportunity of not only re-branding but also upgrading our website using the latest mobile friendly technology available. You can take a look at our new web site by clicking HERE and you can visit our social media pages by clicking on any of the images below.
All our communication channels will help you keep up to date with the latest news from Walker Dendle and if you are a candidate looking for a new role, you can also use Facebook and Twitter to receive details of our latest jobs and everyone can follow us on LinkedIn.
Another exciting development, you can now use a mobile friendly version of the website to search and apply for jobs using your phone! Why not try it NOW?
So what else is new? The new website allows candidates to load multiple CV's (it also has a new CV builder tool), review application history AND you can set up tailored job alerts which can be emailed straight to your inbox. If you have previously registered as a candidate or would like to register now and use the new site, please take a moment to do that now by clicking HERE.
If you are a Client recruiting for a role with us, improved search engine optimisation tools will ensure that we appear high up on the list if someone is searching for a new role in finance in Surrey or South West London.
We hope you like our new look and enjoy using our new website and social media channels.
With very best wishes.
The team at Walker Dendle.
Nucleus House2 Lower Mortlake RdRichmondTW9 2JA


text:
Inject a hint of sugary style into your surroundings with our stunning Sweet Pistachio aluminium venetian blind. The soft green shade features an understated matt sheen finish. Team your new window dressing with pretty pastel tones for a fresh and feminine look. Venetians come with matching head and bottom rails and provide fingertip control over sunlight and privacy. Simply tilt the slats to let light in while keeping prying eyes out. Or raise them completely for a clear view of the outside world.
(Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, Sat & Sun 9am-5pm)
Can't decide which you like best? Free samples are available on all of our blinds, order yours today


text:
Support Center
Thank you for your interest in digitaldownload.
We know you are excited to try it out. If you need any assistance we are here to help!
Please think about the specific question you want to be answered by the support team try sending only one email with all your questions.
Multiple emails from you will delay the response!
Please send your support queries to:
We generally respond within 24 to 48 hours.
Sometimes, very rarely, due to the volume we may take1 to 3 days. Please be patient, we will get to you as soon as we can…
Office is closed on weekends and holidays.
We look forward to helping you achieve great results with digitaldownload 🙂
Thanks for taking time and reading this message!
To Your Success,
The digitaldownload Team


text:
from MotivationalBuck.com
The lovely text on this motivational poster reads: "If you can fuck an entire country in the ass, not even give them the benefit of a reacharound, and still get them to thank you for it, then you sir, are the man."
h/t to Hey Jenny Slater.
Yeah, yeah, Doug, I know. There I go giving anal a bad name again...


text:
Australia's favourite - ask questions, share answers, ideas and photos or just have a chat.
Rose-Lover wrote:I'm not traditionally a fan of yellow but it is nice to have something bright during winter.
Rose-Lover wrote:The Estate wrote:i CAN SEE PESTEMONS AS WELL
Which ones are they?
It is the pink bell type flower to the right of the first photo?
Return to Hedges and Borders 2007 Photo Competition
Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 1 guest


text:
Discussion Paper 37
Quality Adjusted Education Output in the EU
Yasheng Maimaiti1,2 and Mary O'Mahony1,3
1 Birmingham Business School (BHAM), Birmingham, UK
2 Xinjiang University
3 National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR), London
This study is the first in its kind to construct comprehensive education output indicators for EU countries over time (2000-2010) using test scores and field/level specific unit costs as quality adjustors. These countries appear to have rather heterogeneous growth patterns in their education output. Many of them experienced slight decrease in primary and secondary education output, but a modest increase in tertiary education output. A simple unweighted average of the growth rates show that the total education output grew by about 2% p.a. in these countries over the last decade. However, we see the urgency of enhancing the education quality in old EU member states.
Full text