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BellaOnline.com Domestic Violence Newsletter
Greetings Everyone! Summer is officially here. We are keeping busy with the kids. I miss being a stay at home mom this year. Last summer I was home with the kids and loved going everywhere with them. But I had to get a job 6 months ago and am stuck in a cubicle 8 hours a day.
For the next 2 or 3 weeks, we are going to take a look at stalking on the Domestic Violence site. Stalking can become a serious problem in a domestic violence relationship during the relationship and after you leave.
Here's the latest article from the Domestic Violence site at BellaOnline.com
Stalking Defined
Stalking is a pattern of repeated, unwanted attention, harassment, and contact. Usually stalking is done with malicious intent of causing harm in some form to the victim.
Recent Articles
Did you miss a newsletter or two? Here are the last two articles I posted on the Domestic Violence Site!
Resources for Battered Men
Resources for a man who is experiencing abuse. This is an updated listing.
Donate Cell Phones to Help Victims and Survivors
Have an old cell phone laying in the closet that you no longer use? Maybe one that is broken and have replaced? Donate it to help Domestic Violence victims, survivors and their childnren.
The Forums
The forum area has really taken off the past few months and I thank all of you who have come to discuss issues with others. We have many woman who come to the forums seeking advice on many different topics. Any imput we can give one another can make a difference. I encourage you to come help other woman out in their situations or come to post a question and get feedback!
I really love receiving readers feedback. I have been receiving lots of requests for certain topics. I am listening to you all! Some upcoming topics that you can look forward to are
- Topics for teens! Domestic violence in their relationships, protecting themselves, etc.
- Domestic Violence in gay and lesbian relationships.
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In a previous post I blogged about creating a vanilla vSphere 5 ESXi USB drive using the VMware .iso file from VMware. This post shows how to create one using the HP version of vSphere ESXi (5.0_Oct_2011_ESXi_HD-USB-SDImgeInstlr_Z7550-00253.iso).
Note: (You can use any vendor customized vSphere ESXi .iso file: VMware, Dell and IBM).
The HP version comes pre-installed with all the HP CIM providers which work very well with HP servers, including the HP MicroServer. Using the HP version gives you the more details in the Hardware Status tab.
I'm going to be using a different method, recommended by Will Rodbard (thanks Will), who is a colleague of mine at VMware, you can see his comments from the previous post. In summary the steps are:
Once completed your USB drive will boot into the ESXi 5 installer. Once booted, install the ESXi 5 Hypervisor to the USB drive (overwriting the installer). This will then leave you with the installed ESXi Hypervisor on the USB.
Note that using this method creates a brand new bootable USB key for use in a new installation of vSphere ESXi. You will have to go through the process of installing ESXi onto the USB key, or another disk or LUN on the target server. If you want a USB key that is already installed with ESXi which saves you from going through the installation wizard, you can use the other method in this post.
I coincidently left an older USB key in my laptop and booted. Here's a picture of my Macbook Pro running vSphere ESXi, and it all works by the way, including networking!
A very quick post on how to create an image that contains vSphere 5 ESXi Embedded with which you can use to quickly create USB sticks that have the ESXi hypervisor installed. This is not the same as creating a bootable USB key that contains the installation files to install ESXi from the USB stick. For this method please refer to this post.
Use this in your lab environment, I wouldn't recommend doing this in production environments.
In previous versions of vSphere ESXi, it was relatively straight forward to create a bootable USB key which already contained the ESXi hypervizor. This was done by extracting the files from the ISO and then using 'dd' to image the directory structure to the USB stick. With vSphere ESXi 5 however, this technique is no longer possible. There is a workaround however. ESXi is installed and configured in two steps, the installation is done to a disk with a vanilla installation of ESXi without configuration. The server is then rebooted and the configuration of ESXi continues with the creation of the management network vmk0 or vmk1 (depending on your setup), hostname, DNS etc.
For this to work, we do not perform the second part, which is the configuration, but take an image of the USB key directly after the installation of the vanilla installation of ESXi without configuration. This enables us to image this vanilla installation onto as many USB sticks, i.e., servers as we like without clashes in virtual MAC addresses and the like.
What you will need: VMware Workstation, 1 USB stick, the ESXi Installable ISO file VMware-VMvisor-Installer-5.0.0-469512.x86_64.iso, WinImage.
Once the stick is ready, just insert into a spare USB port on your server and ESXi will boot into the configuration screen ready for you to configure management network details.
You may need to log onto the local console once ESXi has finished booting and launch the 'Restore Network Settings'. This will reset the vmk0 or vmk1 (depending on your setup) interface.
This article explains how to use the Operating System Specific Packages (OSPs) to install VMware Tools during the PXEBOOT and Kickstart of a Linux guest OS running on vSphere 4.1 and above.
As of vSphere 4.1, the VMware Tools RPMs are no longer available on the CD image linux.iso. To install you must use the tar.gz package and install it manually.
To quote the vSphere 4.0 U2 release notes:
"The VMware Tools RPM installer, which is available on the VMware Tools ISO image for Linux guest operating systems, has been deprecated and will be removed in a future ESX release. VMware recommends using the tar.gz installer to install VMware Tools on virtual machines with Linux guest operating systems."
This future ESX release is indeed vSphere 4.1. The reason that the RPM packages are no longer available on the VMware Tools CD image for Linux guest operating systems ISO is to reduce the footprint of ESXi. Therefore the linux.iso no longer contains the RPM installer.
Not only is this a real pain for customers who have always deployed packages onto their Linux guests with RPMs but also removing the VMware Tools RPM also causes issues with the deployment of Linux guests through PXEBOOT and Kickstart methods.
Yes, you could argue that there is the option of using vCenter Templates along with Customization Specifications (CS) for Linux, and I for one love the fact that the CS works for Linux very well. This is not always an option for a customer who has already configured their entire environment to deploy both ESXi servers and virtual machine guests with PXEBOOT and Kickstart.
The only option here is to perform manual installations of VMware Tools using the tar.gz file which is included with vSphere 4.1. This of course poses a few issues.
One: this is a repetitive task which is both time consuming and problematic if the number of new VMs to provision is high.
Two: some security conscious organisations do not allow the gcc Compiler and/or the Linux Kernel sources to be installed on the VM guests. Both the gcc Compiler and the Linux Kernel sources are mandatory for the successful installation of VMware Tools using the tar.gz file.
Three: if the guest VM is using a VMXNET2 or VMXNET3 ethernet adapter, then the guest VM will not have compatible drivers if VMware Tools is not installed.
These are just three of the reasons that I've seen in the wild, there are more but I won't go into much detail here.
So how do we go about solving this?
Have a read of KB article 1024047: ESXi 4.x does not include RPM format for VMware Tools.
The solution here is to use the Operating System Specific Packages (OSPs). VMware Tools OSPs allow you to use your operating system's native update mechanisms to automatically download, install, and manage VMware Tools for the supported operating systems. For more information regarding OSPs, see http://www.vmware.com/download/packages.html.
For this guide, we are referring to RHEL's yum update mechanism.
This guide details how you can use the http://www.vmware.com/pdf/osp_install_guide.pdf to prepare your Build Server to enable the automated deployment of VMware Tools during a guest RHEL in a PXEBOOT environment.
For this guide, I will be using the Ultimate Deployment Appliance 2.0 (uda20.build17) to deploy a RHEL 5.5 x64 virtual machine.
First we need to prepare to install the operating specific packages (OSPs) for RHEL 5 guest operating systems on the Build Server. We do this by preparing the directory structure for the rpms, and placing these in the correct location on the Build Server for the guest VM to download during a Kickstart installation.
Perform the following on your workstation.
The OSPs are located on the VMware Tools packages Web site at http://packages.vmware.com/tools.
Perform the following on the Build Server.
# Import the VMware Packaging Public Keys from the Build Server.
rpm –import http://%5BUDA_IPADDR%5D/kickstart/%5BTEMPLATE%5D/vmwaretools/key/VMWARE-PACKAGING-GPG-DSA-KEY.pub
rpm –import http://%5BUDA_IPADDR%5D/kickstart/%5BTEMPLATE%5D/vmwaretools/key/VMWARE-PACKAGING-GPG-RSA-KEY.pub
# Create and edit the VMware repository directory and file, note that this points to the Build Server during Kickstart build. Once VMware Tools is installed we shall change the baseurl to point to the VMware OSP URL.
# Add the following contents to the repository file and save
cat > /etc/yum.repos.d/vmware-tools.repo <<\EOF1
name=VMware Tools
# Install VMware Tools by accepting all defaults
yum install -y vmware-tools
# Delete the customised vmware-tools.repo file and reconfigure with the baseurl to point to the VMware OSP URL for RHEL5 64-bit.
rm –f /etc/yum.repos.d/vmware-tools.repo
cat > /etc/yum.repos.d/vmware-tools.repo <<\EOF2
name=VMware Tools
baseurl= http://packages.vmware.com/tools/esx/4.1u1/rhel5/x86_64
I tried this:
# Import the VMware Packaging Public Keys
rpm –import http://packages.vmware.com/tools/keys/VMWARE-PACKAGING-GPG-DSA-KEY.pub
rpm –import http://packages.vmware.com/tools/keys/VMWARE-PACKAGING-GPG-RSA-KEY.pub
You should now be able to deploy a guest Linux VM running on vSphere ESXi 4.1 through PXEBOOT and Kickstart and have the VM automatically install VMware Tools. Plus, all future updates of VMware Tools can just be done by invoking a yum install -y vmware-tools.
This guide shows you how to create a new initrd.img with integration for the VMXNET3 driver to allow guest RHEL virtual machines equipped with the VMXNET 3 driver to Kickstart build RHEL using PXEBOOT.
VMware's VMXNET 3 network adapter supports PXE booting but RHEL 5 does not have a driver that supports network installations using the default initrd.img.
If you tried to perform automated installation using kickstart with the standard initrd.img you will see the following screen:
This is because Anaconda does not recognise the VMXNET 3 device and therefore is not able to load a driver for it.
This guide shows you how to create a new initrd.img with integration for the VMXNET3 driver.
For the impatient few, I've made the resulting initrd.img.vmxnet file available for download, it is a clean ramdisk image that was made using the steps below.
It is the PXEBOOT RAMDISK with the VMXNET3 driver for RHEL5 (created from the rhel-server-5.5-x86_64-dvd) [2.6.18-194.el5].
Tested and working to support VMXNET3 in Anaconda. You can download it from here initrd.img.vmxnet and then jump all the way to Step 18 to place it on your Build Server.
First create a new reference virtual machine with the following hardware specifications:
|VM Hardware Version
|Hardware Version 7
|Network Adapter
|SCSI Controller
|LSI Logic SAS
|SYSTEM .vmdk Device
|SCSI 0:0 15Gb
|Remove Floppy Device
Install RHEL (rhel-server-5.5-x86_64-dvd) by mounting the ISO to the VM and then perform a manual installation of VMware Tools. This will give you the reference virtual machine with which you will then use to copy the vmxnet.ko and vmxnet3.ko from.
Enable sshd services on the Reference VM by typing:
/etc/init.d/sshd start
This will make it a lot easier to copy files to your Build Server.
Create your own PXEBOOT and Kickstart installation or use one that you already have. For my example I will be using the Ultimate Deployment Appliance 2.0 (uda20.build17).
Most of the configuration is done on Build Server so by all means enable SSHD to make things a lot easier for you.
My Build Server IP is 192.168.200.30.
At this point you should have SSH access to both your Build Server and your Reference VM.
Perform the following on the Build Server.
1. Make some working directories to work in
mkdir /tmp/workingdir
mkdir /tmp/workingdir/initrd
mkdir /tmp/workingdir/modules
Perform the following on the Reference VM.
2. Obtain the initial ramdisk initrd.img from the pxeboot directory, this file can be obtained from the rhel-server-5.5-x86_64-dvd ISO file which should still be connected to the Reference VM. The initrd.img file can be found in the images/pxeboot directory.
3. Mount the ISO image
mount /dev/cdrom /media
4. Copy the initrd.img to the Build Server
scp /media/images/pxeboot/initrd.img email@example.com:/tmp/workingdir/
5. We now need to ascertain the PCI and Device ID of the VMXNET 3 network adapter by first running
Note that our VMware VMXNET3 Ethernet Controller lives on 0b:00:0
6. With this information we can obtain the HEX number for the device by running
lspci –n
Note the HEX value for device 0b:00.0 is 15ad:07b0.
Perform the following on the Build Server.
7. Unpack the initrd.img file to allow us to amend the ramdisk, you should be in /tmp/workingdir/initrd/
zcat ../initrd.img | cpio –id
8. Extract the modules.cgz archive from within the initrd subdirectory
cd /tmp/workingdir/modules
zcat ../initrd/modules/modules.cgz | cpio –id
Perform the following on the Reference VM.
9. Copy the vmxnet*.ko modules from the Reference VM over to the Build Server. The vmxnet*.ko files are located in /lib/modules/2.6.18-194.el5/misc
scp /lib/modules/2.6.18-194.el5/misc/vmxnet*.ko email@example.com:/tmp/workingdir/modules/2.6.18-194.el5/x86_64/
10. Copy the modules.alias file from the Reference VM to the Build Server for use later on. This file contains the vmxnet entries and is located at /lib/modules/2.6.18-194.el5/
scp /lib/modules/2.6.18-194.el5/modules.alias firstname.lastname@example.com:/tmp/workingdir/initrd/modules/modules.alias.reference
Perform the following on the Build Server.
11. Change permissions for the two new vmxnet*.ko files, you should be in /tmp/workingdir/modules/2.6.18-194.el5/x86_64/
chmod 744 vmxnet*
12. Pack up the new modules.cgz which now includes the vmxnet*.ko modules and create a new cpio archive to replace the old modules.cgz.
cd /tmp/workingdir/modules
find . | cpio -o -H crc | gzip -9 > /tmp/work/initrd/modules/modules.cgz
After a few seconds the operation will complete.
13. Modify the pci.ids file with an entry for the VMXNET 3 adapter.
cd /tmp/workingdir/initrd/modules
nano pci.ids
14. Search for VMware and add the following line under the Abstract SVGA Adapter
07b0 VMware Adapter
The 07b0 number here is whatever was obtained from Step 5 above.
15. Edit the module-info file and add the following entries for the VMXNET and VMXNET 3 Adapters, put it in under 'v' to keep it in alphabetical descending order. You should still be in /tmp/workingdir/initrd/modules/
nano /tmp/workingdir/initrd/modules/module-info
"VMware vmxnet Ethernet driver"
"VMware vmxnet3 Ethernet driver"
16. Import the vmxnet entries from the Reference VM's module.alias file (now called module.alias.reference) into the Build Server's module.alias file.
grep vmxnet /tmp/workingdir/initrd/modules/modules.alias.reference >> /tmp/workingdir/initrd/modules/modules.alias
The contents of the new module.alias file should look like this.
17. Package the new initrd.img ramdisk up with all the changes done above.
cd /tmp/workingdir/initrd
find . | cpio -o -H newc | gzip -9 > /tmp/workingdir/initrd.img.vmxnet
18. Copy the new initrd.img.vmxnet into the PXEBOOT environment. On UDA2.0 this location is /var/public/tftproot/
cp /tmp/workingdir/initrd.img.vmxnet /var/public/tftproot/
19. Edit your PXEBOOT configuration to use the new initrd.img.vmxnet file instead of the standard initrd.img file. My example uses the UDA.
cd /var/public/conf/templates/
nano rhel.dat
20. On the line CMDLINE=, edit the initrd= entry to point to the new initrd.img.vmxnet instead.
CMDLINE=ks=http://[UDA_IPADDR]/kickstart/[TEMPLATE]/[SUBTEMPLATE].cfg initrd=initrd.img.vmxnet ramdrive_size=8192
21. That's it, now PXEBOOT a VM and it will now be able to Kickstart using the VMXNET3 network adapter.
To unistall the vCD agent (vslad) on an ESXi host:
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Our goal is to provide the best possible service to our customers, saving them time and money while helping the environment, providing the WOW factor!
WOW Wash is passionate about cars and have been operating for more than 15 years now. A car is probably the second largest investment or asset you own, do you realise that having it professionally cared for can improve the value? We do! That's why we offer 'Total Care Solutions' for everyday cars, prestige sports cars, premium luxury cars, family cars, in fact just about anything on four wheels. And we have been known to dabble with two-wheeled varieties as well.
We understand what it takes to make paint shine, to make leather soft and the many other different substrates a vehicle is made from. With this knowledge we can clean or detail any part of the vehicle, leaving it properly cared for and protected in most cases.
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Hidden Threat to Second Amendment
Recently the American Bar Association published a report urging:
[F]ederal, state … governments to enact laws requiring that all newly-manufactured semi-automatic pistols be fitted with microstamping technology which would ensure that when a firearm is fired, an alphanumeric and/or geometric code would be stamped on the cartridge casing … that would enable law enforcement to identify the serial number of the pistol and hence the first known purchaser of a weapon used in a crime.
To succeed, microstamping requires building a permanent database of all gun owners (licensing) and linking their firearms by serial number (registration), two major goals of gun control advocates.
Two law firms represent patent holders that could make the ABA recommendation reality. They've spent $6.7 million on campaign contributions since 2004, while the entire gun rights lobby spent $6 million.
There are fortunes to be made promoting gun control.
As a newly converted gun control researcher, the first time I saw lawyer money intersect with gun rights was in 2005, when Congress enacted the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). This tort reform banned manufacturer liability suits based upon injuries and damages resulting from criminal firearm use. Campaign finance watchdog Open Secrets notes that lawyers generally oppose tort reform.
According to Open Secrets, lawyers and law firms (aka the law lobby) contributed heavily to congressional and presidential races in 2004, more than any other industry, spending nearly $183 million on federal campaigns, with 74% going to Democrats.
During the PLCAA roll call, senators voting "Yea" received an average of $366,847 in lawyer contributions, while the 31 "Nay" voters – 29 Democrats – received $645,972, 73.4% more. Lawyer money represented the largest industry donor for most "Nay" voters, while for most "Yea" voters, it ranked between 3rd and 4th.
In the House, those who voted "Yea" on the bill, received an average of $49,464 apiece. "Nay" voters -- 140 of 144 were Democrats -- received an average of $74,742 apiece, 51% higher. Again, those voting against tort reform were more likely to have the law lobby as their biggest donor.
The law lobby bias existed in both the Senate and the House:
- More law lobby money, more support for continued lawsuits against gun manufacturers when a criminal shoots somebody.
- As the law lobby trended towards becoming the biggest contributor to a candidate's campaign fund, that candidate was more likely to support gun control.*
Subsequent congressional vote analyses consistently supported these findings (e.g. the Vitter Amendment banning firearms confiscation during emergencies; the Disaster Recovery Personal Protection Act of 2006 in the House.)
In the 2008 election cycle, the law lobby spent over $233 million; it has spent $81.6 million so far in 2010. In the last two election cycles, 76% of that money went to Democrats, slightly above the historical average of 73%. Lawyers are the richest lobby in America, representing the largest segment of anti-rights Democrats' campaign funding. In 2008, re-elected Democratic incumbents averaged a D+ NRA grade, while GOP incumbents averaged an A.
Campaign funding reflects a certain quid pro quo benefiting Democrats and their donors, making them resistant to change in campaign finance law.
In 2008, voters re-elected 223 Democratic House incumbents. The charts below show that within the Democratic Party, anti-rights representatives' voting records correlated with the law lobby comprising a greater share of total campaign contributions.


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Advantages of using structured cabling systems
- This is considered to be one of the most flexible and cost effective system for creating a powerful network infrastructure.
- Since this cabling system is really flexible, it can be easily dismantled and carried to new location without much hassle.
- Structured cabling can handle voice and data traffic and can adapt to different kind of network infrastructure.
- With proper cables, structured cabling enables high speed transfer allowing you to transact large volumes of data at low cost. You can expect overall increase in productivity all around.
- Since the cabling system is highly flexible it can be easily installed in high rise buildings, offices, residences, warehouses.
- Many peripherals such as printers, faxes, scanners have become network capable and all of them have RJ-45 sockets. This helps you save on capital costs as you can centralize many of these peripherals and make them available to every user.
Structured cabling has to be installed based on some universally accepted standards. The 3 prevalent cabling standards are as follows:
- The American Standard – EIA/TIA 568C
- The International standard for structured cabling systems – ISO/IEC 11801
- The European cabling standard – CENELEC EN 50173


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Developer: Vigil Games
Publisher: THQ
Platform: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Microsoft Windows
Release date: August 14, 2012
We've written about him. We've sang about him. Ultimately, we feared him. He is the Reaper, the Pale Rider – Death. Where its predecessor focused on the exploits of the Rider War, Darksiders 2 (DS2) is all about Death. The world has ended and War is being held responsible. Blood proves thicker than water and Death comes to the rescue. But can even he reverse the final days to save his innocent sibling? More importantly, can Death and DS2 be worth playing?
Darksiders 2 kicks off at the beginning of Darksiders 1 – where War is being held responsible for Armageddon. As Death, you are extremely agile, quick and gifted in physical combat. Your scythes are legendary and you travel through fallen worlds and heavenly cities for the truth. The story of DS2 is simple and entrenched at the same time – prove your sibling's innocence and try to keep track of all the characters and relationships you meet and develop.
Visually, Darksiders2 is a good looking game. The worlds of the damned and the divine as well as the large landscapes are all worth pausing to look at. Death is pale and gaunt and the various skeletons, ghouls and undead are all fierce and drooling for your divine flesh.
The voice acting is top notch. Among the cast is Michael Wincott, known to sci-fi and horror fans as Top Dollar, the evil crime boss from The Crow. As Death, Wincott is gravely, cocky and at times, impatient on his quest. Ironically, one of Death's trusted allies is Dust, a massive crow.
Controls for Darksiders2 are okay. They attempt to accomplish much with Death's parkour like moves. The layout of moving and fighting as Death is never more fun than when you begin to summon your own undead. These minions scour in front of you and attack anything moving. Raising your soulless army is one way to develop your powers as you level up and progress.
Darksiders 2 falls in two areas – one, all this beautiful landscape and so much of it is just that – landscape. It appears empty far too much. There should be more creatures and beasts after you rather than a cavern for apocalyptic free-running. The second failing is that after awhile, the game feels like hours of errands. Death meets this person. They need something. Death goes to get it. Death meets another person, they need something, and he goes to get it. It gets old at times.
Zombie Factor / Conclusion
There are undead all around you in Darksiders 2. Some of them work with you (e.g. Despair – your rotted horse, your ghoulish minions) but most are out to end your life (ice skeletons, corpses to name a few.) Plus, gamers will get to play the Reaper himself and there's a life-defying presence to that. Could there have been more of a disturbing horror feel to playing as the Rider? Definitely. However, Darksiders 2 is still worth a try that could lead into a buy. In a summer and fall of gaming blockbusters, he may not jump off shelves but, of his game, Death can surely be proud.


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When I started chemotherapy in the fall of 2003, it was hunting season. My husband got a couple of weekends in but didn't want to be away too much while I was undergoing treatment. Fall has always been my favorite season, but starting chemo is not one memory I like to associate with it. I have an adverse reaction to the recollection of chemotherapy that I relegate to the same place I put my memories of moose meat. Then I try not to think about them.
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I've purchased a handful of discounted experiences and product gift cards from group buying sites - with mixed success.
The first was a 10 pass boot camp for $20. I attended two classes. The second was a $25 Running Room gift card with a value of $50. I ended up spending close to $200 in the store. The third was for a yoga studio 45 minutes from my house by transit and the post-yoga travel time did little to keep my Zen state.
My point here is that daily discount sites might seem like a deal but can actually set you back financially. Sales can lure you to spend, even if you don't need the discounted item.
By putting a few checks in place before you hit the buy button, you can make sure you're really getting a great deal. Below are my new group buying considerations.
Subscribe to the five mile rule You're more likely to use your coupon if it's for a location close to your home or work and therefore convenient to get to. If it's more than five miles from my home, I am not buying.
Most sites give you the option to filter deals. Instead of scouring the general Groupon deals, for example, opt to use Groupon Now! where you can tell the site exactly what you're looking for and it will pull up immediate local deals that match. If you're in Toronto or Vancouver, Yipit is a useful site. It scours hundreds of deal sites and only sends you the ones you're interested in.
Check the spending plan You're scrolling through your daily deals and one pops up for a flying lesson. You've always wanted to get your pilots license and love to fly so this is a great deal, right? Wrong. "I've always wanted to..." shouldn't translate into "I should buy."
Sure, I've always wanted to take a discounted hot air balloon and eat 2-for-1 cupcakes, but just because they're on sale doesn't mean they are a good deal. With my Running Room gift card, I was still committing myself to spend $25, even though I was getting a value of $50. Deal or no deal, $25 is still coming out of my account.
Factor in the extra costs If it's a discount on a restaurant, for example, go online to review their food and drink prices (alcohol is sometimes not covered so check the fine print). Calculate how much your discounted meal will actually cost you with add-ons, alcohol, and a tip. You should be tipping on the total without applying the discount. If the discount is for a restaurant you've never tried, read some reviews. A site like Yelp or a quick google search will pull up reviews.
While factoring in extra costs, consider additional discounts. Ordering Groupon through a site like Ebates.com can earn you 3 per cent and more cash back on your purchases. You'll have to sign up for an account and shop through the Ebates Groupon link.
Avoid hitting the expiry date We get busy, we forget, but the bottom line is that when our coupons expire we have wasted money. As soon as you order a coupon, plug the expiry date into your calendar with reminders one to two months in advance. Or, check out a site like CityPockets.com. CityPockets syncs with most major sites and the site will send alerts informing you when your coupon is about to expire. If you're unable to use the coupon before expiry, you can sell it through their site. You can also resell your coupons on sites like DealsGoRound.com and CoupRecoup.com.
If you're in the market for a product or service, or a deal pops up to a grocery store or restaurant you regularly visit, buying a deal is a no-brainer. If you're traveling to a new city, or planning for upcoming birthday or holiday gifts, daily deal sites are smart for savings. If it's not on the list though, you probably don't need it.
Run through your personal checklist and ask yourself if you really need a hot air balloon ride, even if it is 40 per cent off. The answer, most likely, is no.


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You know the times when some of the parties get out of hands, and you don't know how you are going to fix all the mess the next morning? Sometimes it almost looks like your whole place has turned into a trash bin and no matter what you are planning to do nothing is going to fix it. Well, that is where commercial cleaning services come along to get you out of the major crisis.
Today, we are going to resolve some initial hassles and tackles that both client and the company face when it comes to estimate the costs of commercial cleaning services. It is not always easy for both parties to understand the requirements of each other thus leading to certain misunderstandings.
Alright, let's talk about the major problem which many people face and that is actually receiving the estimate after you set the appointment. You meet with the manager or the owner of the company, to go ahead and give the actual walkthrough of the couple of things you want to get done.
To remember they're not there that day to give you a price. Don't worry about it; most people don't give the estimated price the same day.
Basically what you're going to do is you're going to meet your contacted person whether it's the manager or the owner and you introduce yourself. Both the parties have to make sure that they are on time to show that they are serious about the deal they are about to make.
The representative of the cleaning service is most likely to have a clipboard with them to take notes. You're merely going to ask them a couple of questions. Number one is how many hours are they looking to be cleaning? Number two ask if they are particular about the square footage is of the cleaning area. Lots of people make a big deal about the square footage, but it's not that big of a deal.
If you know the square feet of the area you are looking to get cleaned then that's great, but if you don't have any idea, don't worry.
Basically kind of take a walk around the inside of the building walk down the length of one wall and the width of the other wall and then just multiply the distance in the width which is going to give you the estimate square feet. Most of the time if you check, you're most likely to get the exact square feet when you look into your house papers or agreement. Now you want to guide the estimation manager about how many hours a week you are looking to get the space cleaned? You want to also ask them about the per square feet charges.
Tell the estimation manager how many bathrooms are when you go into the area and talk about how many stalls there are, and if they are small like one-person private bathrooms? Or how many stalls there are. Those are things to mention beforehand to avoid any misunderstanding.
The next thing is to walk through the break room and kitchen area. If you notice the estimation manager taking notes, remember he/she is just trying to keep a detailed record on paper as you're walking through as this is going to determine what your price is going to be.
After everything, basically, make sure to give the necessary information such as an email address and a mobile number.
In the end, the cleaning company is going to estimate and give you a quote. After you have received the estimated cost from the company, try to match it with the estimated square feet of the area you are looking to get cleaned. To ensure optimum results, always make sure to have the contract or receipt of your services in order to avoid any undesirable results and misunderstandings. To get the cleaning done hassle free, it is imperative that you hire a consistent and trustable company. Always try utilizing any of your local cleaning services as they are more reliable and of your own community. For example, if you are in Birmingham don't hire some random company, look into only the trusted local commercial cleaning services Birmingham has to offer!
Commercial cleaners play a pivotal role in maintaining the appearance of your business and enhancing its aesthetic appeal. A commercial cleaning service who is professional in its truest sense meet your expectations and saves your time so that you can concentrate on your core competencies. With the ever-increasing responsibilities on your shoulders as a corporate entity, having a reliable option to present yourself in the best light is an absolute necessity.
Just like a business relies on its stakeholders, suppliers and vendors for optimum functioning of the business, same is the case with a cleaning company. A dedicated and responsible cleaning company ensures that the services provided are of high-quality and ensure that tasks are completed promptly so that customer expectations are met.
Here, we have compiled a list of expectations that are justified when dealing with a commercial cleaning service.
In order for your cleaning company to understand your requirements, it is important that they have a thorough communication system in place that categorically records consumer expectations before setting down to work.
Establishing clear lines of communication ensures that they are open to questions and answers and are ready to accommodate customer expectations. Responsive and proactive commercial cleaners can deal effectively with emergency situations, as any contingencies are pre-planned beforehand. Both parties should have the updated contact information so that any unexpected situation is dealt with effectively and without delay.
The ability to consistently deliver high-quality services without compromising on any of the aspects of cleaning is what distinguishes a well-reputed company from another. Reliability only comes in when you are sure that you will achieve your desired results every single time you opt for their services. Having an uncertainty about the quality of service inadvertently affects the reputation and credibility of a business.
After all, commercial cleaning services are itself an important facet of the business they are working for. If they fail to deliver as per expectations, chances are there they might be replaced with an alternative cleaning company who is dependable and consistent.
Which brings us to the next parameter that sets the benchmark – how credible is your commercial cleaning service? Do they have an established clientele base that vouches for its services? Are they trust-worthy and dependable? Even more important, are the commercial cleaners scrutinized through thorough background checks?
Fully licensed, insured and bonded commercial cleaning services are the ones you should opt for as their work exudes confidence and can be trusted upon. Only when these expectations are met should you entrust them with the responsibility of your commercial space.
It goes unsaid, that the fact that you are running a business requires you to cut costs and work on a budget. This is why it is crucial to ascertain whether a certain investment that you made; be it in the form of assets, personnel management or miscellaneous tasks, is worth it. Receiving value for your money is one of the top-most things that business owners look for. Always get such a commercial cleaning company on board who does justice to the price quoted. A lower price doesn't usually guarantee quality service.
Last but not the least, it all boils down to how professional the cleaning company is when it comes to dealing with all sorts of commercial spaces and customers. Do they customize and personalize their cleaning services as per the demands and requirements of various customers?
Lack of professionalism is mutually harmful for both the parties as it ends up in lack of trust and credibility. Professional cleaners are prompt and deliver exemplary services that is both time and pocket-friendly.
Commercial cleaning services like the one in Birmingham and Wolverhampton and its surrounding areas, Cleanur, ensures premium, value-added services. We are more than just a cleaning company and are here to assist you in all kinds of cleaning needs. A seamless, top-notch and professional experience is guaranteed.
You might be wondering, what's the right way to do dusting? Well, yes there is a certain way of going about dusting your surroundings to ensure that every nook and cranny is taken care of. Be it your home setting or office workspace, accumulation of dust on horizontal surfaces is a common sight. Even if you dusted just a day before, the dust is back again to haunt you.
Well, you're not alone in the agony. Dusting certainly does seem a very futile task but there is no reason we can let it go as it leads to allergies and respiratory problems. Hence, when you are tackling one of the most thankless and least rewarding of the household chores, try to make it as effective as possible. Consistent efforts to keep dust at bay will pay off in the long run as the lesser dust settles on your furniture because of the regular cleaning. Both domestic and commercial cleaning services are available to help you do your part in keeping your surroundings as dust free as possible.
One of the most common blunders that we come across is the fancy feather duster that people use to dust their surroundings. As fun as that maybe, it is definitely not an effective tool for the job because it does not really capture the dust, in fact, it just fluffs it around in the air. Result? The air just becomes dustier.
To perfect your dusting regime, you can either opt for a microfiber duster or an electrostatic one, instead of those rainbow-colored fuzzy feather dusters. This ensures that dust, not only leaves the surface but the chances of redepositing are also minimized, validating your efforts in making your environment dust-free.
Dusty weather can be nuisance and can make your house seem dusty 24/7. Even when you are making sure to use the right tools, there are times when dust just escapes your reach and you end up fighting it in some other corner of your house.
One cleaning strategy to combat this problem, is to dust from top to bottom. Now what do we mean by that? Get down to cleaning the ceiling fans first, no matter how many around the house. Next, you can move on to the lower levels such as the bookshelves or the kitchen counter and then proceeding as per the furniture setting in your home or office.
The entire purpose is to give dust around the house time to settle so that by the time you reach the lower levels of the house, you are able to finish of the look impeccably. Professional domestic cleaning service can help you with your house dusting needs for sure. A comprehensive range of cleaning services await you as you look for ways to prep your home for the coming season. Here are a few tips for summer cleaning.
So where do you think most of the dust comes from? Home entrances where usually the footfall is higher experience high amounts of dust and grime that gets dragged into the house, creating a mess. Investing in welcome mats that are industrial made with strong rubber backing will not only save you the hassle of extensive dusting but also keep your house relatively dust-free in the long run.
Make sure that you reach every corner of the house where you can expect dust to accumulate and be a nuisance for you. Show pieces, stationery holders, magazines or any other items atop the shelves or your office table need to picked up to ensure dust is gotten rid of from under them as well. Make sure to clean them too when placing them back in place. Dusting sessions should be finished off with an extensive vacuuming session to keep dust off the floors.
If you feel that you do not have the time to do that, then domestic cleaning services are available in Birmingham and Wolverhampton to lend a helping hand and thoroughly attend to not only your dusting needs but a wide array of other services by vetted and background-checked cleaners.
Have you ever walked into an office space that is exuding some unpleasant odor and that instantly awakens your senses? Doesn't the stimulation catch you off guard and you just wish to exit the place at that very moment?
With the office room being the place you spend majority of your time in, it is but natural that an enclosed space becomes prone to unpleasant smells. From an oily lunch to the foul smell emanating from the trash bins, quite a lot of aromas can make your workplace smell bad.
One major part of commercial cleaning is the way your office smells. Clients, vendors and visitors often visit your office space and the surrounding environment is the first thing that they interact with. If that is not pleasing or attractive enough, the first impression is usually negatively impacted.
Here's how you can stay on top of priorities when it comes to ensuring your office smells nice and fresh.
It is but natural that without fresh air and light the internal air inside the office becomes stale and stifling. Fresh air does not only take along the weird and pungent odors circulating around the office but introduces a fresh and healthy zing of air that makes it healthier to breathe in.
With all the meeting deadlines looming on your head and the different stressors taking a toll on you, a toxic environment can undermine your ability to function properly resulting in reduced productivity. Which is why it is so important to clean your windows regularly and not only lighten up the atmosphere inside the office but also give your office a presentable look.
What could be a better option than adorning the place with beautiful white lilies all the while, exuding such fragrance that the whole room feels and smells like a safe haven. Strategically place fresh flowers on the window sill and let the positive vibes radiate across the room.
You could even opt for some mild incense, preferably not an over-powering one as everyone has a different taste and some might even be allergic to it. Besides if everyone maintains personal hygiene and uses a deodorant, it automatically aerates the space around them making it breathable for everybody working there.
The office cleaning staff should be regularly monitored and supervised to ensure that they are doing their job properly. An unkempt and poorly maintained washroom leads to a foul smell leaking into the rest of the office, which does only makes visitors uncomfortable but also affects the productivity of the employees. The frequency with which your bathroom should be watched depends on the usage but it should definitely top the priority list.
Scented soaps and oils are an added measure to add to the regular cleaning regime. Besides the routine cleaning, make sure your office bathroom undergoes a thorough deep cleaning that leaves it as good as new. Air fresheners should be sprayed often to diffuse the bad odor that results from frequent usage of the bathroom by too many people. If the employee strength is more, make sure that separate washrooms are available in case the other is occupied.
Keeping the office environment smelling fresh and lively can drastically improve how potential clients and visitors view your commercial space. By ensuring regular commercial cleaning you can take the first step towards a pleasant smelling place.
Professional cleaners do not only keep your commercial space spick and span but also advise measures to keep the foul smell at bay and how to effectively clean it on a daily basis. They are equipped with the right knowledge and environmental friendly tools that will increase the longevity of your office space. Regularly and evenly spaced commercial cleaning visits also keeps dust and grime at bay.
However, you need to take care of other aspects as well to ensure that your office space beams with an aroma that creates a pleasing aura around it, making every visitor's experience a memorable one.
Ensuring cleanliness, hygiene and a proper sanitary environment is an important part of facility management. A clean and well-maintained building automatically stands out and is often the foremost thing that gets noticed by the customer. Your commercial space is a representation of your office culture and values. Presenting yourself in the best possible light will inadvertently lead to brighter business prospects and increased profits.
Furthermore, the environment that your employees work in has a direct effect on their mental and physical well-being and productivity. As a responsible owner, it is your duty to ensure that they are working in a safe and protected environment. Invest in maintaining the appearance of your office so that it pays off in the long run. Your company's reputation, credibility and bottom-line results are all dependent on how well you portray yourself.
Stay on the lookout for these signs that your commercial space might be screaming out loud for you to take notice. Maybe it's high time you hire a professional cleaning service!
Ruling out all other factors that might be taking a toll on your employee's health, chances are that the work environment is toxic and you need to take a closer look at the hygiene facilities at your office.
Employees who call in sick too often, without showing any signs of improvement are an indication of the absence of cleanliness in your workplace. Surprisingly more, there is 445 times more bacteria on your work desk than on a toilet seat! If that doesn't urge you to take up professional cleaning services then I wonder what will. Take control of the situation before it's too late!
Productivity is a multi-faceted outcome that is dependent on a combination of factors. Hence, in order to maximize productivity, one of the main prerequisites is to maintain a spotless and clutter-free environment. If your employees' exhibit lethargy, have a slow response time, are unable to meet deadlines or are often found rummaging through piles of paper, it's a clear indication that things need to be changed.
A major part of cleanliness entails getting organized and inculcating self-discipline. If your work-station is a mess and interferes with your thought processes, you need to sort it out.
Furthermore, make sure that the windows, doors and work desks are routinely cleaned. Professional commercial cleaning services ensure that they use chemical-free cleaning products and work with dedication and commitment to enhance the image of your business.
Proper restroom hygiene requires careful planning and stocking up of the essential items that help you maintain high standards of cleanliness. Consumable supplies such as the usual soap, toilet paper, hand towels and bathroom cleaners need to be well in stock and proactively monitored to ensure that you don't run short of them in times of dire need.
Besides that, if your other office tools and equipment are performing below par, chances are that they are not being taken proper care of. Especially tools like the photocopy machine, the printer or the scanner require maintenance more than usual, they might be catching dust which is reducing efficiency and life.
If your office premises do not allow you to openly invite your clients or any relevant people for that matter, you need to carry out an audit of your commercial space. What is it that is hindering you from having people visit your place? Your work environment is a reflection of how you operate as an entity and the last thing you would want is to come off as unprofessional in front of your clients. Invest in enhancing the aesthetic appeal of your office to strengthen your image and credibility.
First impressions are most impactful and generally sets the tone for future dealings.
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If you are reading this article, chances are that your workplace cleanliness is bothering you! We understand that running a business can be overwhelming and taking out time to cater to all the facets of the business is certainly demanding. Outsource your commercial cleaning tasks to a reliable professional cleaning service and see your office space transform into a haven of productivity.
As much as we hate to admit it; summer home cleaning can be a cumbersome task for many of us. Let's face it, cleaning chores around the house is not everyone's cup of tea. Some of us may procrastinate cleaning tasks endlessly while others would want to opt for cleaning shortcuts to make our lives even a tad bit easier.
Summers are undoubtedly one of the laziest season, as the summer heats starts to take a toll on our energies and all we wish to do, is stay indoors in an air-conditioned room. Wouldn't you rather hang out by the poolside, have a relaxing day at the beach or just spend the day sipping a chilled beverage rather than fretting over summer home cleaning?
Don't worry we've got you covered! Here are some helpful tips to approach the task of cleaning while in the vacation mode.
Those who start their day early, often feel their day to have a few extra hours to get their summer cleaning chores out of the way.
We understand, that you might not be a morning person, but the first half of the day is generally cooler. Motivate yourself to get up early, by energizing yourself with a strong cup of a caffeinated drink and be ready to take the world by storm. (Okay, not literally, but you can at least start getting things around you organized). Put on some light-hearted music and get down to doing the most basic chores while grooving to the beats of your favorite lyrics.
Procrastination can take the better of you, if you do not try to overcome it on a daily basis. Take it by the day and inculcate self-discipline by starting small. One effective way to prevent chaos from prevailing over the house and keep your surroundings tidy is to put things back from where you initially found them. Gotten up to drink a glass of water? Put the dishes away since you're already up on your feet!
Tackling chores when you're up and moving can help you get done with your summer cleaning chores faster. You can start with making your bed, before you get out of it. A well-set bed can give your whole room a cleaner look in seconds.
Standing in front of the stove in the summer heat, is surely a commendable task. Hence, to make those long agonizing kitchen hours more bearable, it is advisable to follow some quick and sure-fire tips to ensure cleanliness at all times.
If you wish to keep your house spick and span, you could probably invest in something functional and highly lucrative when it comes to keeping dust and grime at bay; an anti-microbial mat. YES! Inventions like this have certainly made our life easier. Placing these mats at strategic locations over the house, such as at home entrances where the footfall is higher can help trap dirt before it enters your home.
Furthermore, make it a policy to leave your shoes at the door-step and request others to do so too. Here you go! We just reduced the burden off your summer home cleaning tasks!
Minimalism can take you a long way in terms of decluttering and living a more content and satisfied life with less on your plate. It goes unsaid that when you believe in the 'less is more' philosophy, you naturally tend to detach yourself from things. Having less furniture, crockery, everyday use items and a minimalistic wardrobe, automatically means that there is less clutter which can attract dust and grime.
Start today and see your summer home cleaning chores disappear into thin air!
Well, as human beings we all need a break and spend a day or two lazing around. Whether you are a student trying to juggle academic and personal life or a lazy homeowner wanting to get your summer household chores out of the way, you can always rely on professional domestic cleaning services to envision your future clean home.
Window cleaning, although an important part of a building's image, both the exterior and the interior, is oftentimes overlooked. With the exodus of household chores on our list, window cleaning often goes on pending.
However, as monotonous and uphill a task this may seem, keeping your windows looking presentable is not only important but also beneficial for you and your family. Clean windows transforms the entire atmosphere of a setting and it also positively affects the quality of air in the house. Think for yourself; windows with dust and dirt accumulated over time, do not only present an unkempt image of your house but also gives rise to allergies and negatively affects the feel, mood and aura of your home. Clean windows inadvertently lets in the natural light, making your room vibrant and lively.
Here's why you should prioritize your home window cleaning:
Your home windows are a lens through which you view the outside world. Waking up to the warm rays of sunlight, filtering through the clean, transparent windows is a pure delight. The warm, summer months with lush greenery and brightly colored flowers are a sight that everyone wants to catch early in the morning. Clean windows are an indication that you are particular about your home's image, inevitably making your house feel spotless, cheerful and well-managed.
It is no rocket science, to realize that our window panes are constantly exposed to all kinds of weather conditions, ultimately causing dirt and grime to settle over time. This chips away at the strength of the window panes, making them lose their transparency and that fresh look that imparts a presentable look to your house.
Regular home window cleaning should be an essential part of your cleaning regime as it helps keep stubborn stains and mold at bay. If frequent cleaning is not done, the repetitive exposure to acid rain, calcium carbonate and oxidation causes accumulation of hard stains, taking away from the windows life. Windows which are not cleaned become very fragile and can easily shatter.
Preserve the aesthetic appeal and functionality of your windows through timely cleanups or opt for a reliable window cleaning service to assist you. After all, first impressions do matter.
Enhancing your curb appeal is one of the most effective ways of impressing a potential buyer. First impressions are often a key influencer in buying decisions. Attention to detail can take you a long way when it comes to evaluating the resale value of your home. Hire a professional window cleaning services to give your house the immaculate, sparkling look. You wouldn't want to compromise on the most evident part of your home. It's definitely worth the investment.
It wouldn't come as a surprise to you if you were told that dirty windows could undermine the heat efficiency of your house. Grimy and dirty windows block the sun's rays from entering the room, causing morbidity to prevail throughout. Windows play a crucial part in maintaining the energy efficiency of your home. Windows in poor health can put a strain on the heating and cooling system of a house, compromising on the comfort level. Hence, keeping your windows in good shape is necessary for a positive environment.
Sunlight exposure is known to stimulate the levels of serotonin, a neurotransmitter in the brain, which is responsible for a positive mood. Sunlight is also rich in Vitamin D, which is known to enhance the mood, speed up mental processes and lead to greater overall productivity. To top it all, consistent and healthy sunlight exposure has been found to promote better sleep as it has a direct effect on your circadian rhythm which is responsible for regulating your sleep cycles.
So what are you waiting for? Take the first step towards elevating the mood of you and your loved ones and improving indoor air quality as well. It is human nature to be affected by your surroundings and when your surroundings are mundane and inspiring, it ultimately affects your mental health.
Professional commercial or domestic cleaning services can help you maintain that positivity in the air!
While chemical detergents and cleaning products are solely meant to clean your surroundings, they might be negatively impacting your health in the long run. Products that we use commonly to clean furniture, home appliances, carpets and the like may be containing toxic chemicals, commonly known as carcinogens. It's time to try alternative natural home cleaning solutions to keep harmful toxins at bay and ensure a chemical-free home environment. Even though picking up everyday cleaners at the supermarket is highly convenient, environmental friendly ways of cleaning should be given second thought.
Natural cleaners can be made at home easily, they are chemical free, improves indoor air quality, and is much safer for children.
Here are some ingredients guaranteed to make the toughest cleanups a breeze.
Vinegar is an acidic wonder, it can wipe out mineral deposits, soap scum, tarnish and more. Vinegar is a life saver in the truest sense. It can be used to clean coffeemakers, dishwashers, drains, floors, glass wear, and moldy walls. Following are some natural home cleaning remedies, in which vinegar is used.
Coffeemaker: Pour equal parts vinegar and water into the machine's water chamber, then switch on the brew cycle. Halfway through, turn off the coffeemaker and let the solution sit for about an hour. Turn it on again to complete the cycle, then run several cycles with clean water.
Dishwasher: In order to disinfect the interior of the machine, pour ½ cup of vinegar into the reservoir and run an empty cycle.
Drains: By pouring vinegar down the drains and pipes and flushing with cold water, can clean drains in no time.
Floors: Any type of floor can be cleaned with the help of vinegar except marble or wood, by just adding ¼ cup vinegar to a bucket of warm water.
Glassware: Add one cup vinegar to the rinse water for spotless hand-washed glasses.
Moldy walls: Spray vinegar on the affected area, leave for 15 minutes, rinse and let it dry.
Showerheads: To combat mineral deposits, pour vinegar into a plastic grocery bag and knot the handles over the neck of the showerhead, securing with rubber bands. Let soak overnight, rinse with water in the morning.
Windows: 1/4 cup vinegar, 2 cups of water are all that you need. Spray it over windows, and wipe with a sheet of newspaper.
Lemon is a very useful natural home cleaning ingredient, lemon juice removes dirt and rust stains. It's especially effective when mixed with salt. Lemon is used to clean:
Countertops: Cut the lemon in half, dip the cut side in baking soda to tackle countertops, wipe with a wet sponge and dry. It's not effective on marble, stainless steel etc.
Cutting boards: Tough stains can be hard to remove from wood and plastic cutting boards. All you need to do is to cut lemon in half, squeeze onto the soiled surface, rub, and let sit for 20 minutes before rinsing.
Dishes: To increase grease-cutting power of your dish washing detergent, add a teaspoon of lemon juice.
Hands: Smell of raw fish can linger on your fingers, after you touch it. Rub your hands with lemon juice, it help to neutralize the odor.
Laundry: To brighten whites, add ½ cup lemon juice to rinse cycle for a normal-size load.
Baking and washing soda absorb odors. They both are natural home cleaning ingredients, however, unlike baking soda, washing soda is slightly stronger, it can't be ingested; one must wear rubber gloves while handling it.
These two are used to clean
Can openers: Make a paste of 2 tablespoon baking soda and 1 teaspoon water, dip a toothbrush in a paste, and use it to dislodge gunk.
Garage floors: Pour washing soda on oil and grease spots and sprinkle with water until a paste forms. Let stand overnight. The next day scrub with a damp brush, hose down, and wipe clean.
Grills and barbecue utensils: To combat tough grease stains, dip a moist stiff-bristled brush in washing soda and scrub away.
Scuffed walls: Erase crayon marks by applying a baking- soda paste (equal parts baking soda and water) to white painted walls. Let dry before brushing it off with a clean cloth.
There are number of ingredients that can be used effectively to get rid of any type of stain. A basic ingredient tool kit is all you need. At first, it may seem that gathering fancy ingredients is a hassle or you might need sound chemistry knowledge to make up a concoction that would do justice to the greasy, slimy stains around your house. However, that is far from reality.
Use eco-friendly, green products to clean your house because hygiene is utmost priority. Professional cleaning services also make sure to do so!
It's that time of the year again where we pay tribute to the most important member of our family. The person who knits the entire family together; the multitasker, the go-to person for all our problems, the best cook and the perfect mother.
If you would ask any mum across the globe, about the one thing they secretly crave to retire from; the answer would undoubtedly be home cleaning. This season sign up for holiday home cleaning and give your mum the perfect mother's day gift.
Here's why your mother is going to absolutely love it:
When mother's come of age, they do not only require the needed care and attention but they rightfully deserve it. Wouldn't you love it if your mom has some free time to spend some quality moments with you?
Being a mum is one of the most demanding jobs in the world. Yet, your mother has been pulling off this rather impossible feat since you were born. Now that you are in a position to give back to her, you can take off some of her stress by getting the house cleaned by professional house cleaners at Cleanur. Ensuring impeccable results, your mum is in for a pleasant surprise.
A deep house cleaning spree, does not only relief the burden off your mother's shoulder but it is a great way to detox. Moreover, it also has a deep impact on the air space inside the house, which makes it exude positive vibes.
There are several kinds of toxins in our household air that are brought in with human traffic, kitchen equipment, furniture, and paints. What we don't realize is that we breathe in these toxins, which inevitably leads to a poorer quality of life.
So what are you waiting for? This Mother's Day avail Cleanur domestic cleaning services and see your mum beam with pride and satisfaction.
Mothers are selfless beings who puts everyone else before her needs and desires. Your mother who now doesn't get time for herself, was once an energetic and lively young lady. Why don't you help her revisit those good old days.
Allowing expert house cleaners to take over this regular act of cleaning, can allow for some breathing space for your mother. She can go back to spending some leisure time, reading novels, gardening, or simply doing what she loves to do.
Reward your mother with Cleanur's professional cleaning services for her hard work. After all she deserves nothing but the best.
Cleanur Services provides one of the most distinguished and highest quality domestic home cleaning services in Birmingham and WolverHampton. So if you are a resident of these or the surroundings areas, give your mother the most exclusive and relaxing gift one could ever give on this auspicious occasion. Also, this could be an ongoing series of natural home cleaning sprees that gives your mum the much needed break from daily cleaning chores.


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We fancied a change. After many trips to the Yorkshire coast (we live in Sheffield), we decided to visit Norfolk. As the crow flies, it doesn't seem that far. We plumped for Cromer – the guidebook blurb told us that it's a wonderful old-fashioned Victorian seaside resort famous for its crabs. It sounded perfect. 'It's rubbish in Cromer,' said grandma, ominously.
Undeterred, we set off with two friends. Several stomach-churning hours later, we arrived. It was almost midnight. Norfolk wasn't quite as accessible as we'd thought – not having taken into account the inadequate A-roads and dangerously slow traffic. We expected the place to be buzzing, having had trouble finding a hotel with vacancies. Instead, we arrived to an eerie silence. We pulled into the driveway of our hotel. The house was in complete darkness. On ringing the bell, the proprietor – who bore a striking resemblance to Lurch from The Addams Family – reluctantly opened the door. Clearly it was not the done thing to be arriving so late, and we were shown to our rooms in disgrace. Half-an-hour later, we were creeping along to our friend's room with a bottle of whisky when Lurch suddenly appeared from behind a cupboard. He made it quite clear that we were breaking curfew hours.


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In our Central region, we provide domestic violence services.
Advocates stationed in seven district courts and one probate court assist individuals with obtaining restraining and harassment orders. These advocates are located in Attleboro, Dudley, East Brookfield, Milford, Taunton (District and Probate), Westborough and Uxbridge. This program is partially supported by the Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance (MOVA) through the 1984 VOCA grant from OVC, OJP, US D.O.J.
Supervised Visitation
Located at the MJ Leadenham Center in our Worcester office, supervised visitation is provided to non-custodial parents due to a prior history of domestic or sexual violence. Staff model healthy parenting skills with these adults while they visit their children in a safe, monitored and nurturing setting.
Housing Stabilization
Our housing stabilization program provides individuals with funding for rent, utilities, or other costs necessary for providing stable, reliable housing which was jeopardized as a result of domestic or sexual violence.
Civilian Police Advocate
Our civilian advocate in the Attleboro and North Attleboro Police Stations provides individuals with services such as crisis intervention, safety planning, and assistance with the criminal justice system.
OUR MISSION: REACH is committed to advancing the safety, healing, and empowerment of those who experience domestic or relationship violence, through direct services and education while promoting social justice for individuals and families of all backgrounds.
REFUGE: We provide shelter and safe home to survivors and their children who have been traumatized by domestic violence. Comprehensive support services are available to shelter guests, including counseling assistance in obtaining longer-term housing and employment, and legal advocacy.
EDUCATION: Through community-based education and prevention efforts, we foster healthy relationships and increased awareness of abuse in the community, in order to put a stop to violence before it occurs.
ADVOCACY: Our residential and community advocates use a survivor-centered, relational model of advocacy, helping survivors plan their safety, access benefits, and explore options for housing and employment.
CHANGE: Our overall goal is to end domestic violence through community education and early intervention, so that individuals and families of all backgrounds are empowered to lead healthier, safer lives.
Information & Support
Information and support regarding all aspects of domestic & sexual violence or stalking are available for victims, survivors and non- offending family members and friends. We can help you explore your options, plan for your safety, and learn how to support a loved one being abused. All of the services provided by Voices Against Violence are free of charge.
24 Hour Hotline (536-1659 or 1-877-221-6176)
Speak with an advocate 24-hours a day. Whether you're fleeing a violent situation, or just have a question, someone is always available to talk.
Sexual Assault Support
Information and support about sexual assault, accompaniment to the hospital for exam and support throughout the process.
Court Advocacy
Receive information and assistance when obtaining protective orders, stalking petitions and support during court proceedings, such as custody hearings or criminal trials. Advocates can administer an intake process that may qualify survivors for free legal representation at permanent restraining order hearings.
Police Accompaniment
Advocacy when making a report or participating in an interview with law enforcement, and assistance in understanding the criminal justice system.
Systems Advocacy
Advocacy when working with any systems, such as prosecutors, attorneys, schools, mental health, medical, juvenile probation and parole officers, social service agencies child care providers, etc.
Emergency Shelter
Safe, temporary shelter at a non-disclosed location is available for victims and their children in fear for their safety. Our safe house is a comfortable home in a residential environment. Trained advocates offer support, information, and referrals to women and children staying in our home, to assist them in rebuilding their lives.
Education & Outreach
Presentations consist of, but are not limited to, awareness raising around domestic violence, sexual violence, and stalking, media awareness, healthy relationships, sexual harassment, bullying, dating violence, and conflict resolution. All presentations are age appropriate and are provided at no cost to schools, community groups, social service agencies, hospital personnel, law enforcement, and others interested in learning about these issues.
DCYF Advocacy
Assistance for families who are involved with the Division of Children, Youth & Families and have experienced domestic or sexual violence. Our specially trained Domestic Violence Specialist works to advocate for victims and survivors throughout their DCYF experience.
Support Groups
Pattern Changing and Women's Spirit are support groups for women promoting safe & healthy relationships. Children's and/or Teen Support Groups are designed to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children who have witnessed domestic violence. Men's support groups are available on an as-needed basis.
Victim Services
The YWCA Central Massachusetts has developed a comprehensive domestic violence program that encompasses a service delivery system that can respond to survivors of domestic violence effectively and efficiently. The design of each component is intended to address specific areas in the continuum of domestic violence services – ranging from emergency shelter for survivors and children fleeing from imminent danger to non-residential community based services, advocacy and support. It strives to address all forms of intimate partner violence simultaneously. Battered Women's Resources (BWR) and Daybreak are programs of the YWCA Central Massachusetts.
24-Hour Hotline
The 24-hour hotline service provides emotional support, domestic violence advocacy, referrals to community resources, safety planning and crisis intervention. The hotline is answered by trained advocates who offer thoughtful attention. The hotline accepts collect calls.
Daily Chatline 4 p.m.-12 a.m.
The daily chatline service provides emotional support, domestic violence advocacy, referrals to community resources, safety planning and crisis intervention. The chatline is answered by trained advocates who offer thoughtful attention. The chat line address is www.ywcahelp.com
Community Outreach
Local outreach is conducted at various community sites and provides access to support, advocacy, referrals, safety planning and crisis intervention.
Developing Alternatives For Women Now (DAWN)
DAWN is a intervention group targeted at women adjudicated for prostitution-related offenses. The program engages prostituted women in an eight-session cycle and provides alternatives so that women may choose to exit prostitution. DAWN is a collaborative of the YWCA, Worcester District Court Probation Department, the City of Worcester and numerous community stakeholders.
Domestic Violence Class
Clients who have been identified as domestic violence victims by the Department of Children and Families are referred to a domestic violence class held at the DCF Worcester office. The class is held once a week for 4 weeks. For the Battered Women's Resources program they are referred to participate in classes based out of the Leominster office.
Emergency Shelter
The domestic violence shelters provide refuge for victims at safe, confidential sites. These are the only confidential shelters in Central Massachusetts. Domestic Violence Services Advocates provide support, advocacy, counseling, and individual case management. The goal while at shelter is to empower the lives of survivors and their families, and to assist them in rebuilding for the future.
Family & Friends Bystander Program
Families and friends of victims, or suspected victims, may meet with a Domestic Violence Advocate for support, resources and information about domestic violence, as well as to discuss possible interventions.
SAFEPLAN/Court Advocacy
SAFEPLAN advocates are not attorneys and do not provide legal advice, but are available at the court to assist victims of domestic violence through the restraining order process. SAFEPLAN advocates provide emotional support, explain the legal process of restraining orders and paperwork, courtroom procedure and discuss safety planning as well as referrals to ongoing support services. To speak to a SAFEPLAN Advocate, call the 24-hour hotline or the SAFEPLAN office in a court.
Short-term Counseling and Advocacy
This service provides goal oriented short-term counseling to victims and survivors of domestic violence; allowing individuals to explore their options privately with support of a counselor. This service uses an empowerment based model where the counseling process empowers victims to evaluate their situations and plan for their safety and future.
Recovery Linkage
Substance Abuse/Domestic Violence Advocates coordinate services within community substance abuse treatment sites, serving women at various levels of treatment. Domestic violence intervention, education and prevention services are linked to each site, as well as direct services including short term counseling and facilitation of psycho-educational groups.
Support Group
The domestic violence support groups are a time for people who have experienced domestic violence to come together, share experiences, and offer support to one another. They provide a comfortable atmosphere to develop trusting and caring relationships, and a safe place to talk about the abuse. All discussion is kept confidential. Referrals may be made by calling the outreach line, or may come in from other service areas. Survivors meet with an advocate and discuss the most compatible option available to them prior to joining the support group.
Service Provider Consultations
Domestic Violence Advocates are available to Service Providers for domestic violence consultations and resource information.


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Today afternoon, India will begin building its newest capital city, Amaravati. The foundation stone for the building of the new Andhra Pradesh capital will be laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 12.45 pm on Thursday. The preparations for the big event today have been elaborate.
State chief minister Chandrababu Naidu has flown in soil from the holy sites of Jerusalem and Mecca, sprinkled the site with holy water from the Ganga and Godavari, and gone to great lengths to seek blessings from people across Andhra Pradesh and the rest of the country.
"Today, holy water and soil — that is puttamatti — from 13,000 villages and 3,000 wards, besides sacred water and soil from all holy rivers of the world and India has been collected for the foundation ceremony," Naidu told media yesterday. "Not just one religion, all religions are involved."
This means that water and soil was collected from the Sikh holy site Golden Temple in Amritsar, the Vaishnodevi shrine of the Hindus, as well as the Islamic shrine Ajmer Sharif Dargah in Rajasthan, among other places. Naidu said that soil was also collected from birth places of Indian leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Bhagat Singh, Subhas Chandra Bose, B R Ambedkar and Jawaharlal Nehru.
ALSO READ: This Is What Amravati, The New Capital Of Andhra Pradhesh, Will Look Like When Finished
The Andhra Pradesh Assembly is expected to come up at Uddandarayunipalem village, the spot where Modi will lay the foundation stone.
"The spot is also vastu-compliant and has positive vibes," The Indian Express quoted Information Minister Dr P Raghunatha Reddy as saying.
Land-Pooling Model
The AP government's largely smooth acquisition of land for building the capital city has caught the interest of several union cabinet members, who are struggling to pass the contentious Land Acquisition Act in the Rajya Sabha.
"When farmers voluntarily give up their land, there has to be a strong reason. Those who gave up did so in the hope of participating in building our capital. We hope it will be as grand and world class as the CM is promising," Suresh Reddy, a farmer who reportedly gave up five acres, told Express.
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My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish is out to hook younger readers too!
The Fintastic Fishsitter is out on July 2nd in the UK!
Everyone knows that fish and cats don't get on. So when Sami has to look after her big brother's goldfish, it won't be easy with Fang the vampire kitten lurking next door . . .
Frankie the hypniotic zombie goldfish is back! This time he's in full picture book colour so younger readers can join in the fishy fun. Featuring favourite characters from the original bestselling fiction series, MY BIG FAT ZOMBIE GOLDFISH.
An hilarious story of animal mayhem featuring the most badly behaved pets ever.


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Twitter for Diplomats is not a manual, or a list of what to do or not to do. It is rather a collection of information, anecdotes, and experiences. It recounts a few episodes involving foreign ministers and ambassadors, as well as their ways of interacting with the tool and exploring its great potential. It wants to inspire ambassadors and diplomats to open and nurture their accounts – and it wants to inspire all of us to use Twitter to also listen and open our minds.
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