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Making energy efficient home improvements is becoming easier with home energy tax credits. Over the last few years there has been a variety of energy tax credits given to people who make their home more energy efficient.
Starting with the Energy Policy Act of 2005 the home energy tax credit provided a 10 percent tax credit for the cost of the energy efficient home improvements like insulation systems, windows and skylights, exterior doors, and metal roofs.
The total credit was $500- per property. To encourage home improvements other than new windows the credit that goes towards windows is limited to $200-.
This credit expired in the beginning of 2008 but in 2009 it was revived with a bigger and more enhanced home improvement tax credit.
The 2009 energy tax credit provided 30% of the cost for home improvements "placed in service" between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2010. The maximum credit allowed per property is $1,500 for those two years.
This upgraded credit includes energy-efficient windows, insulation, doors, roofs, certain window treatments, window film, and heating and cooling equipment for existing homes. To prove that an item qualifies for the tax credit the manufacturer of the product needs to provide a Manufacturer's Certification Statement which certifies that the product is eligible.
Since the home improvement energy tax credit expired on December 31, 2010 a provision for more energy credits was added to the new tax law of December 2010. The energy tax credit was extending until the end of 2011 but the guidelines were reverted to the original amounts of 10 percent of the cost up to $500-.
2012 Tax Returns
None of the home energy credits mentioned above are available for the 2012 tax return however, it's not too late to install a solar or renewable energy system in your home. You have time until December 2016 to install and get back 30% of the cost.
2011 Tax Returns
You can still claim the $500 home improvement credit for energy efficient improvements placed in service before January 1, 2012.
Things you need to know when claiming the home energy credit
2009 and 2010 Tax Returns
The $1500 home energy tax credit can only be claimed on your 2009 or 2010 tax return if you placed in service any of the eligible home improvements during 2009 or 2010.
Want to know more about the Home Energy Tax Credit?
Use form 5695 to claim this credit.
Updated December 30, 2012
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Child custody is often the most contested part of a Fulton County divorce case. While every parent strives to do what is right for their children, it is not always possible to reach a voluntary custody arrangement that satisfies all parties. At The Colwell Law Group, LLC, we understand how difficult these issues can be. That is why our Fulton County child custody lawyers will help you through this difficult time. We can explain your options under New York law and assist you in obtaining the best outcome for you and your family.
Determining Your Child's "Best Interests"
The first thing to understand about child custody is that the law does not inherently favor the father or the mother. Under Section 240 of the New York Domestic Relations Law, the guiding standard for judges in Fulton County in custody cases is "the best interests of the child." What actually constitutes your child's "best interests" will vary depending on the facts and circumstances, but here are a few questions the judge will need to answer:
- Who has been the child's primary caretaker? That is to say, who is more involved in your child's day-to-day activities, such as preparing their meals, taking them to school, arranging for after-school care, et cetera?
- Does the parent seeking custody have a full-time job?
- Is either parent abusing drugs or alcohol?
- Has either parent committed an act of domestic violence, or abused or neglected the child (or another family member) in any way?
- Does either parent suffer from a physical or mental illness that would affect their ability to care for the child?
- Depending on the child's age and maturity, who would he or she prefer to live with?
Child custody is not an all-or-nothing deal. A Fulton County judge has the discretion to award either sole or joint legal custody of a child. With joint custody, one parent may still have physical or residential custody, i.e. the child lives with that parent most of the time. But the child will also get to live with other parent during prearranged times, such as during weekends or school holidays.
Regardless of the actual living arrangements, joint legal custody does mean the parents share decision-making authority over certain critical issues, such as where the child will attend school or receive medical care. If the judge decides joint custody is not in the child's best interests and awards sole custody to one parent, then the custodial parent can make these decisions unilaterally. However, some decision may still require consent from the judge, such as relocating the child outside of New York State.
Our Fulton County Child Custody Lawyers Can Help Your Family
Ideally, both parents can set aside their personal differences and come to a custody agreement that benefits their child. At The Colwell Law Group, LLC, we can help you negotiate a parenting plan to achieve that result. But if a voluntary agreement is not possible for any reason, we are also prepared to represent your interests in court. If you are involved in a child custody dispute–or are about to be in one–call us right away at 518-512-0544 or contact us online to schedule a consultation.
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Co-op allows students to earn secondary school credits while completing a work placement out in the community. The integrated co-op course connects prior learning/courses and related work experience. These experiences allow our students to further explore their passions and allow our community partners to pass on their expertise and passion!
The Co-operative Education course is available to Grade 11 and 12 students. Students select COP3O8 (Grade 11) and/or COP4O8 (Grade 12).
Co-op students will earn 2 credits upon completion of the co-op course as part of either a morning (periods 1/2) or, an afternoon (periods 4/5) co-op class.
The Co-operative Education course begins with 2 - 3 weeks of pre-placement course work, after which students begin work out in the community in their individual work placements daily (am or pm). Approximately every 3 weeks, students return to Hayden for an in-school session to further connect their placement learning with co-op course curriculum. The co-op course consists of a combination of work placement learning time/hours in addition to in-school course work for a total of 220 hours of study.
Here is the link to HDSB Co-operative Education Course Outline
Students benefit from the opportunity to apply their academic learning from their courses at Hayden to a "real world" setting in a work environment, while earning secondary school credits.
Students have the opportunity to try out a potential career that they are interested in. Employers benefit by connecting with their community and having the opportunity SHSM Student Summer Internship Program to work/train potential future employees through a learning partnership with Hayden Secondary School & the Halton District School Board.
Halton District School Board acts as the employer of record for the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board coverage. While on placement, students act in a capacity similar to that of an employee to learn about what a future in that field/industry is like. Co-op students are supervised by both the workplace supervisor and their co-op teacher.
Getting started in Co-op:
Once a student has selected the co-operative education course, they are invited complete the Hayden Co-Op Student Profile Google Form which provides additional information to begin identifying Co-op work placements in a work sector of interest. Students need to consider the work placement field/industry they would like to be explore, as well as, the location and their transportation options to get there.
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- Made for SVT Only.
- Mold Process: Splash Replica
- Layup Process: Infusion
- SVT Only solicited CF to replicate an existing metal radiator cover out of carbon fiber. The carbon fiber radiator cover was to function and appear identical to the existing part. This project required pulling a splash mold off of the existing part and then using this mold to make a small production run of 10 radiator covers. Matching carbon fiber door sills were also included with this project.
Existing Part
Splash Mold
The Lay-Up
Final Part
Final Installation
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At this time of year it's amazing how quickly the veg grows. This is how the veg plot looked 3 weeks ago (there's also a link on that post to how it looked 6 weeks ago) and this is how it looks now!
I'm lucky to be growing in the garden so watering in such a dry Spring hasn't been a problem. And the brassicas in particular have really shot on over the last few weeks.
The cabbages are looking good, starting to heart up now.
And the calabrese and cauliflowers are packed in and growing well.
No sign of the cauliflower heads yet but if you look closely at the calabrese they are starting to form; the girls will love eating these.
We've been eating the Webbs Wonderful lettuce for a while now and in the gaps I'm planting some Tom Thumb to keep the supply going.
And finally a new veg for the Two Chances plot this year – Asparagus Pea – it has a low sprawling growth with pretty crimson flowers, I'll let you know what they taste like. Hope you all have a great Bank Holiday!


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Sussex Ladies Division 2
Lewes Ladies 4s 1 (Richards)
Hailsham Ladies 2s 0
Like Absolute Beginners, Lewes started their first game of the new year with Changes – Defender, Miss Cunningham stood in as temporary umpire whilst awaiting the untimely arrival of Starman, Richard Walker. The Lewes defence were certainly put Under Pressure in the first half and Field Marshall Bruce had her work cut out rousing the troops to rally round at the back but their hard work resulted in the first half finishing goalless.
As the second half commenced, forwards Mary Harley, Sara Leatherland and Iris Jackson belied their Golden Years, proving they still had Sound and Vision as well as pace and an appetite for shots on goal. Lewes continued to have more of the play until, 2 minutes from full time, a Hailsham defender saved a shot with her feet. The resulting penalty flick was calmly converted by Zoe Richards.
Heroes of the match went to Laura 'All the young dudes' Rogers for tenacious defence and Richards for flick of the year. Quote from the umpire post match – 'Was that the coolest flick ever, or was it accidental?' Richards declined to comment.
Sussex Men's Division 2
Lewes 4s 5 (Jervis 3, Stillman, Da Souza)
Mid Sussex 2s 2
Giant killers Lewes 4th XI got the better of the league leaders Mid Sussex 2nd XI in a strong but good natured encounter at the Southdown. The game was evenly matched with opportunities both ends. At the back Picken, Forster, and Cade were bolstered by Champness, Green and Youngman to make a formidable defence which looked capable of dealing with whatever Mid Sussex could throw at them, until midway through the first half when the hosts were caught off guard and conceded a well worked goal to go one nil down. Lewes responded quickly with Rory Jervis finally slotting home before half time and at the turn the honours were even.
After some wise words at half time and the inclusion of Lawrence da Souza, the match continued at a frantic pace and Lewes struck again with Rory Jervis who then completed his hat trick 10 minutes later. Fuller continued to baffle defenders and Stillman covered every inch on the pitch to create further opportunities and then scored along with Da Souza to make it 5. Credit to the visitors who worked on and were rewarded with a penalty corner in the dying moments and converted it to a goal despite initially being saved by Sharpe.


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Jennifer Rostock U.S.
Jan 16
Band Update, Genau in diesem Ton, Responses Welcome Comments Off on Home Again
Jennifer Rostock are now back in Germany after recording in Boston. My question for you fans: Which album do you hope the new one sounds most similar to?
(The photo above is from a 2009 photoshoot with Erik Weiss.)


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Faculty Profile
B.Sc., Chemistry M.Phil., Chemistry M. Tech., Nanotechnology M.Sc. Chemistry Ph.D Chemistry
Magnetic Nanoparticles and Drug delivery
M.Sc., Materials Science Ph.D in Solid state electronics
Thin Film solar cells, photocatalysis, nanomaterials synthesis and characterization
B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering, M.E. in VLSI Design. Ph.D (Pursuing)
Nanodeives modelling Fabrication of TFET


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Tame the Rose ~ Reduce Redness for a Night Out!
Ready for a night out, but haven't had time to let your redness calm down? Use these great application tips to even out your skin tone.
Application Technique
Choose the correct shade of foundation.
Apply Sheer Tint Primer in appropriate shade to even out redness on the skin.
Use the Age Defying Treatment Concealer under the eyes and on the eyelids to neutralize any redness and/or darkness.
Apply Pressed Base Powder evenly on top using Dome Powder Brush to add coverage and even out any redness.
Apply Blush and Eye Shadow colors to achieve desired look.
Products Used
Pressed Base – Beige
Sheer Tint Primer – Natural
Eye Shadow Trio – Bronzed Cocoa
Eye Liner – Black
Brow Gel – Taupe
Lip Gloss – Pink Sapphire
MineralHydration Mist (to set minerals and give dewy finish)


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Nutcracker - English National Ballet Theatre Tickets
Show Details
We do not curently have theatre tickets available for Nutcracker - English National Ballet. This could be because we have simply sold out or it could be that this show is no longer running. The information on this page remains purely for historical and informational purposes.
Over 100 dancers and musicians bring Nutcracker to life with exquisite dancing, beautiful sets and Tchaikovsky's popular score played live.
On a sparkling Christmas Eve in a frost-dusted Edwardian London, Clara and her enchanted Nutcracker doll discover a magical world, where she battles with the Mouse King and meets a handsome stranger. As the air grows colder, Clara and her valiant Nutcracker take a hot air balloon ride across London to the glistening Land of Snow where her adventure really begins.
From the sound of the orchestra tuning up, to the final bows and cheers, a trip to see the English National Ballet at the London Coliseum is an unforgettable Christmas treat.
Show Information
Booking from: 2020-01-04
Booking until: 2020-01-04
Running Time: 2 hours
Theatre Information
Theatre: London Coliseum
Address: St Martin's Lane, London, WC2N 4ES
(3mins) Take Cranbourn Street until St Martin's Lane, where you head right until you reach the theatre.
Location Map
Please note: the location shown on the map is an approximate location of the theatre. In the majority of cases the theatre will be marked on the map so please make sure you locate the exact location yourself. If the theatre is not shown on the map please make sure you locate the correct road name and take account of the directions.


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About SynergyOne Solutions
SynergyOne Solutions is New England's largest, most respected and experienced independently owned emergency restoration, environmental and reconstruction company. SynergyOne is comprised of three divisions (ServTech, AirCare Environmental Services and New England Build & Restore) each of which is fully staffed with its own in-house team of professionals. Our staff has years of experience dealing with fire, flood, and other catastrophes. With the experience and synergy of our three divisions, SynergyOne Solutions can take on any size commercial or residential job.
SynergyOne Solutions will be there to assist you when you need it most. When the unthinkable happens, the SynergyOne Team is available twenty-four hours a day/seven days a week to help get your business back up and running or restore the peace and tranquility in your home.
Contact our knowledgeable experts now to learn how we can help you with restoration, environmental and reconstruction services throughout New England by calling 1-866-246-6789 or by completing our Rapid Response form


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I have been developing a new method of encaustic painting called Paint Smash–the method is not so unlike the same term used to reference infants playing with paint–but I'm a real artist, you see ; ) Real artist or not, I still need to loosen up and get back to my inner infant artist and this is how I came to Paint Smash. In my last post I confessed that I have slowly been giving up the use of traditional brushes for DIY alternatives when painting in encaustic. I shared with you one of my brush making techniques using flashing to form any brush shape and size your waxy heart desires. Using tools like my flashing brushes in conjunction with other tools like mallets, brayers, rolling pins, fists, fingers and whatever else you can find, I'm pushing, smearing, slathering, punching, modeling the paint onto the substrate instead. Encaustic is a unique painting medium in that it can be worked as a liquid, solid and semi-solid, which lends itself fantastically to paint smashing. This tutorial is the start of a series of Paint Smash techniques that I will share with you in subsequent blog posts.
Please stayed tuned for my next post, another segment of Paint Smashing in which I show you the amazing things that are revealed when you scrape back your Paint Smash. Super fun!
But before we discuss scraping, you have to learn how to use your new amazing flashing brushes, it's truly deceptively simple.
What you need
- A variety of DIY flashing brushes and/or metal clay scrapers and/or Venetian Plaster applicators (see this post for how to make flashing brushes and/or prepare clay scrapers for encaustic painting)
- Encaustic paint in a variety of contrasting colors AND lots of white-a variety of whites is best.
- A variety of traditional encaustic painting brushes-hog's bristle or hake.
- A torch or heat gun for fusing (torch is best for this technique)
- 2-6 painting panels prepared for encaustic painting
How To Do (Scroll down for video links)
- Line up your traditional and alternative brushes on your griddle like you normally would for encaustic painting.
- The griddle should be nice and hot (up to 200-215 degrees, check your surface temp) the paint should be swimmingly melty.
- Line up your boards (at least 2-4) side by side or in a grid. Prepare them with a few solid areas of color that you can apply using any brush you like, but this part is easier with a traditional encaustic brushes. You can also pour the paint instead of painting and not use a brush at all.
- I always begin with a patchwork of blocks or a loose grid of overlapping strips of color in a variety of sizes, but you can paint anything you want. Whatever you paint, make sure you are painting over all of your boards with continuity and not making a distinction between separate boards.
- Fuse with a torch. Your painting surface should be nice and hot (but not smeary) after this fuse.
- Using one of your alternative brushes, scoop/lift the paint from the griddle surface-you can use one or both sides of the brush. Your brush should bend/flex a little as you pick up the paint.
- Transfer the paint to your painting surface by slowly slathering it on sort of like frosting a cake. Flip your brush from front to back as you transfer the paint. Again, your brush should flex a little as you paint. These early layers will go on relatively flat, but subsequent layers will cling and this is where it gets interesting.
- Change to a contrasting color and repeat the alternative brush painting process several times.
- Fuse every 2-3 layers.
- After a few uses of your alternative brush, add some areas of solid color with your traditional brushes. Preferred colors at this stage are white or lighter colors or very dark colors that will contrast and visually 'clean up' the chaotic mess you've seemingly made.
- Continue painting in this way until you've built up 10-20 layers–10 being at the lowest points (the valleys) and 20 being the the highest points (the hills). In other words, your paintings should be highly textured and multi-dimensional, ready for their first scrape.
Want to see a video demonstration of these techniques?
To see a video of scooping the paint from the griddle and applying it to the substrate, go to my new IGTV (InstagramTV) channel (@lorraineglessner1)


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Welcome to the Advertising Production Club of Detroit's new web site.
Our mission is to promote the interest and exchange of ideas in the advertising and graphics arts field by providing educational and technology enhancement programs, tours, speakers and networking opportunities with your peers, thus facilitating growth opportunities for yourself and our community.
Our board has put together a full agenda, so check out the events tab which includes the yearly itinerary. Events and times are updated often, so check back on a regular basis.
Membership is free and is open to everyone who touches the Advertising and Graphic Arts field. Please go to our membership page where we have made it easy to sign up and/or update your information.
As with all career paths, the Graphic Arts field is a consistently changing environment. So I invite you get involved and stay active.
Should you have any questions, please reach out to any of the board members and I look forward to seeing you at the next event.
Jim Reno
Advertising Production Club of Detroit


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PJM Consulting is a management consulting practice focused on strategic and tactical improvement at software and technology companies. We work primarily with CEOs, Boards, investors, entrepreneurs and other "C" level executives who don't believe their business is currently "clicking on all cylinders."
We work on two levels:
- Development of overall strategies for businesses
- Tactical programs to improve revenue generation and profitability TODAY
PJM Consulting isn't your typical "write a report and walk away" consulting firm. Our business model is to engage closely with the client to solve those intractable business issues that all companies in transition face. We don't really consider ourselves to be "consultants" at all, in the classical sense. Think of us more as experienced, supplemental C-level executives that provide expertise and bandwidth not currently available on your senior staff. We can move your business forward either in a consulting capacity or providing Interim Executive Management. We focus on doing real work that needs to get done and bringing the results you need to succeed in your market.
Our clients are often early stage businesses, because that is where the toughest problems often reside. But we work with large and mid-sized companies as well, all the way up to Fortune 20 in size. Geographically we work with companies throughout the US and occasionally worldwide – going where ever the need exists.
Our consultants have experience running complete organizations and managing a P&L. Our core competencies reside in General Management, Product Marketing, Business Development, M&A, Sales Channel Development, New Product Planning & Development, Turnarounds and Restarts. The domain experience of PJM Consulting is very broad within High Technology:
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Consumer & B2B web-based applications
- Mobile Applications
- Imaging/Graphics Software
- Security, Systems Management & Network Management Software
- Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
- Corporate & Home Networking
- Wireless Communications
- Computer Peripherals
- Consumer Software Products
- Systems & Asset Management Software
- Network Management Software
- Embedded Software & Systems
- Electronic Components/Semiconductors
- Programmers Tools
- Mathematics Educational Software
- Telematics/Mapping Software
- Medical Software
- Small & Medium Size (SMB) Business Software
- Search Engine Software
- Backup Software
- Data Analytics Software
- SEO Software & Services (SaaS)
- Educational Software
- Supply Chain Tracking/Security Systems
- IP-based Telecommunications Services
- Vertical ERP Software (SaaS)
Typical Management Consulting Engagements:
- Advice and counsel to CEOs and other senior executives to enhance the probability of exceptional results
- New product planning and market feasibility studies
- Establishment/modification/implementation of worldwide distribution strategies
- Online Marketing Campaigns (SEO, PPC, PR, Social Media, email, etc.)
- New Strategies & Tactics for products that have failed to gain market traction
- Operational review of corporate plans/staff/budgets
Sales force mentoring, effectiveness review & compensation plan review
- Optimization of Marketing/Promotional mix within organizational budgetary constraints
- Strategic Partner Planning, Selection and Recruitment
- Channel strategy to optimize the existing network, add a new sales channel or penetrate a new international market
- Establish a new subsidiary and startup market penetration activities for a foreign company entering the US market
- Venture Capital (VC) or Private Equity (PE) firm consulting: Deal sourcing, portfolio company evaluation, due diligence support
- M&A – Acquisition/divestiture strategy to optimize the product mix, as well as performing due diligence to verify details
- Provide Interim or part-time senior management including CEO, COO, GM, VP Marketing, VP Sales, VP Business Development
Serve as a Permanent Member of the Board of Directors
Serve on Advisory Board of Early Stage Company
Phil Morettini
President, PJM Consulting
Mr. Morettini is an accomplished senior executive with over 20 years experience in High Tech businesses. In 2000 he founded PJM Consulting to provide practical, hands-on assistance to companies in the technology industry. PJM Consulting focuses on stimulating rapid improvements to the top and bottom lines of technology businesses. The practice's core competencies are in Product Marketing, Business Development, Channel Development and M&A.
Mr. Morettini began his business career in as a Product Design Engineer in the automotive industry. After business school he transitioned into a long, successful run in High Technology businesses, originally in Product Marketing and later extending into Business Development, Sales Management and General Management. Prior to starting his consulting practice, he held positions such as President & CEO, VP/Division Manager, VP-Marketing & Sales in several High Tech enterprises.
The background of Mr. Morettini includes full P&L and general management responsibility, as well as managing product lines as large as $90M in revenue. Possessing broad domain experience within high tech, he has launched numerous new products and created new brands and pioneered new product categories. His experience spans many technologies and markets, from low cost consumer software to enterprise SaaS and hardware products and semiconductors. He has built and led international organizations, and specializes in pinpointing key intellectual property and exploiting it through multiple worldwide distribution channels. He has worked in and consulted with a variety of early stage companies as well as major corporations such as Hewlett Packard, Teledyne and Ford Motor Company.
Mr. Morettini earned a BS-General Engineering from the University of Illinois and an MBA from the University of Detroit.


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18ct gold diamond ring from the Retro era of the 1940's
Retro jewellery of the 1940's and 1950's was made in a style that was in quite stark contrast to the preceding Art Deco era, and this can be seen here in this fabulous 18ct gold diamond ring from the Retro era of the 1940's. Made in 18ct rose and yellow gold in such an amazing bold angular design, the ring has such a sculptured tactile feel to it that both looks and feels amazing on the finger. Even from the side the scroll work supporting the top with the diamonds had so much thought put into it and is so amazing to admire. The top of the ring measures 12.8mm wide by 22.7mm across from left to right and is set with 28 diamonds that total 0.56 carats and certainly give off a lot of sparkle that will make this ring get the attention that it deserves. This is such a wonderful ring that is truly a piece of art as much as a piece of jewellery. Stock# ES8046 Circa: 1940 $4,650
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Edwardian designed diamond engagement ring set with antique diamonds
Here is a truly beautifully hand made Edwardian designed diamond engagement ring set with antique diamonds that is perfect for someone who wants a new ring, but made in the exact style as 100 years ago. Not only is this ring hand made in 18ct yellow gold and platinum, but the major point of difference between this antique reproduction engagement ring and many others on the market today, is that it has been made using the same technique as what was used a century ago as well as being set with genuine antique cut diamonds. In the centre is a vibrant antique mine cut diamond that measures 0.55 carats and is F in colour and VS in clarity. Not only is this a very white and clean diamond, however it is also a genuine mine cut diamond from over 100 years ago that suits this ring perfectly. Even the three diamonds on each side are worthy to note. Not only is the setting absolutely beautiful, but the diamonds are the earlier antique single cut diamonds which were used in the early 1900's. As there was not the technology back then to cut diamonds that small with 58 facets like today, the single cut diamonds were used and compliment not only the detail but the ring as a whole in keeping true to its design. These additional diamonds total 0.08 carats and lead to the elegant yellow gold band. From every angle and side, this diamond engagement ring will always be loved, admired and cherished. This is a ring that our master jeweller created, and we are more than happy to it down and design and make that perfect ring for you. Stock# ES8000 $6,950
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Scalloped shaped Art Deco style emerald and diamond ring
Made to such a high standard of finish and quality comes this very elegant scalloped shaped Art Deco style emerald and diamond ring that will always looks so incredible on the finger. Not only is this in a style reminiscent of the Art Deco period, but it is also set with genuine antique cut diamonds. In the centre is a genuine antique European cut diamond that measures 0.08 carats and is highlighted by the addition of thirty single cut diamonds on the top and a further four on each side. The total weight of these additional diamonds is 0.44 carats, making this ring have such an incredible sparkle and elegance to it. The charm of having genuine antique cut diamonds really makes this even more special than an ordinary modern ring trying to look old. The detail is just stunning as are the thirty-four emeralds which really make this ring stand out even more. With the emeralds having a total weight of 0.47 carats, the vibrant green colour really makes them stand out so well and will captivate anyone who sees it. The design of this ring is truly spectacular and the top of the ring measures 13.9mm across by 21.2mm and even looking at the ring from under shows such incredible and intricate detail. For any finger and any occasion, this emerald and diamond ring will certainly be admired. Stock# ES7322 $8,800
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18ct white gold Art Deco style ruby and diamond earrings
Made in a style reminiscent of a bygone era, these 18ct white gold Art Deco style ruby and diamond earrings will look and feel so elegant during the day and well into the night. Set with a vibrant ruby in the centre, the colour of the ruby has that fantastic strong red which is emphasises even more by the white gold and the diamonds. The rubies total 0.24 carats, and each one is surrounded by sixteen round brilliant cut diamond with an additional brilliant cut diamond at the top. Even this diamond at the top has been set in a square setting set at an angle to add a subtle yet elegant charm to an already very beautiful pair of earrings. With a total diamond weight of 0.26 carats, the sparkle is so wonderful and the cluster section measures 8.5mm wide by 14.6mm from the bottom to the top of the hooks. Fitted with secure lever back fittings, these ruby and diamond earrings will always continue to look elegant and always be admired no matter where or when they are being worn. Stock# NS357 $3,550
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18ct white gold millgrain set diamond cluster earrings
These 18ct white gold millgrain set diamond cluster earrings are made in a style reminiscent of the Art Deco era. With such an elegant style to them, there is no doubt that they will always continue to be loved and admired. Set with one diamond in the centre and surrounded by eight more, there are actually four larger and four smaller diamonds making up this cluster. With an additional diamond on the top of the cluster. The total diamond weight for both earrings is 0.58 carats, and the diamonds are G in colour and VS in clarity. And then there is the beautiful millgrain setting. This technique goes back over 4,000 years and can be seen as the elegant crimping along the edge of the setting. This was a technique that was very popular during the Art Deco period of the 1920's to the 1940's. The cluster of each earring measures 8.4mm by 11mm to the top of the hooks. Fitted with very secure lever back fittings, these diamond earrings will make the perfect accompaniment to any outfit and are the perfect size to wear during the day and well into the night where they will continue to sparkle magnificently. Stock# NS360 $4,750
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1940's French 18ct rose gold Retro era diamond ring
Here is a very stylish 1940's French 18ct rose gold Retro era diamond ring that looks amazing on the finger. Retro jewellery of the 1940's and 1950's, is quite different to the preceding Art Deco era. Retro jewellery often used rose gold and large bold designs, both characteristics which can be seen here in this ring. The colour of modern rose gold is often very coppery, whereas the lovely warm tone from this rose gold is just so charming and looks amazing against the skin. Set in the centre in platinum is one central single cut diamonds with four rose cut diamonds each side. These diamonds total 0.12 carats and accentuate the lovely design of the ring even further. Measuring 11mm wide in the centre, this Retro ring has such an amazing sculptured design that will always be noticed and admired no matter the time of day or night. If you love jewellery that is unique, vibrant and exciting, then this Retro ring made in France might just be the one. Stock# T707 Circa: 1940 $1,650
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Exceptional quality aquamarine and diamond ring hand made in platinum
Here is an exceptional quality aquamarine and diamond ring hand made in platinum that stands out from any other aquamarine that you will ever see. Firstly about the ring. The aquamarine and diamonds were from an original Art Deco ring dating from the 1920's that was very badly damaged and repaired over the years, so there was no choice but for us to remake it. Keeping true to our love of antique rings, we not only used the original stones, but also the design. This really gives the best of both worlds for someone who wants a new ring in the style of the past. Being hand made also gives to much more strength and fine detail over the other technique of making jewellery today that have simply been cast and copied all the same sometimes in the hundreds. And now about the aquamarine. This aquamarine will be easily the finest and most intense quality aquamarine that you will ever come across. Certified by Gem Studies Laboratory in Sydney as not only being a natural aquamarine weighing 7.65 carats, but it is also flawless. The intense colour of this aquamarine stands out even more set against the pure white of the platinum and the diamonds. The beautiful straight angular lines of the aquamarine match perfectly with the straight lines that the diamonds are set into, and the setting itself measures 14.9mm by 17.5mm from one row of diamonds across to the other. In total there are sixteen single cut diamonds with a total weight of 0.22 carats and from the side you can see the elegant and very stylish lines. This is a ring that our master jeweller created, and we are more than happy to it down and design and make that perfect ring for you. There is no doubt that this is an aquamarine of exceptional quality and one ring that will always be admired and appreciated. Stock# ES7099 $23,600
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Australian South Sea pearl necklace with 18ct clasp
Perfect for the day or night, this Australian South Sea pearl necklace is so elegant and refined and shows just why Australia's South Sea pearls are regarded as the best in the world. With the total of thirty nine pearls that graduate from 9.8mm to 12mm, the graduation is so elegant and refined and the quality of pearls is just spectacular. Thanks to the pristine water in which they are farmed, this allows the nacre of each pearl to grow to a thickness that show such an incredible lustre to each. Perfectly matched in colour and lustre is such an important aspect for a pearl necklace, and these are just wonderful. Measuring 47cm in length and fitted with an elegant 18ct white gold clasp, these Australian South Sea pearls are just wonderful and are sure to always be admired. Stock# NS345cc $18,900
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Tahitian black pearl necklace
Here is a very elegant Tahitian black pearl necklace that will sit perfectly around any the neck of any woman and always be admired for its beauty and elegance. These Tahitian black pearls are of such a high quality and graduate from 10mm to 12mm and are all beautifully round and matched for their colour and lustre. In total there are thirty nine natural black Tahitian pearls and the strand measures 47cm and is fitted with an 18ct white gold clasp. These lovely black pearls will look lovely during the day and continue to do so well into the night. Stock# NS347 $13,500
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18ct white gold diamond cluster earrings
These 18ct white gold diamond cluster earrings are perfect for day or night and can so easily be dressed up or down. Measuring 9mm in diameter, they are fitted on post and butterfly fittings to keep them secure on the ear and sit perfectly. In each earring there is one larger diamond surrounded by fourteen more. The two larger diamonds total 0.64 carats and the smaller diamonds total 0.14 carats and are G in colour and Vs to Si in clarity. This traditional cluster setting has always been so popular and having the centre diamond slightly separated from the outer cluster really adds that extra charm and character to them. Just like a ladies little black dress, no woman should be without a pair of diamond cluster earrings. Stock# ES7063 $4,400
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1940's era Retro smoky quartz ring
Here is a totally fabulous 1940's era Retro smoky quartz ring that set in rose gold compliments not only the wonderful hue from the smoky quartz but looks fantastic on the skin. Retro jewellery is easily identified by somewhat over the top designs that although often angular like the earlier Art Deco period used large bolder designs such as can be seen here in this ring. Set with a large 11.50 carat smoky quartz stone that is in the same quartz family as amethyst and citrine, the use of smokey quartz works so well set into the gorgeous tone from the rose gold. With wonderful stepped facets on the smoky quartz that matches perfectly with the stepped design in the ring, the top of the ring itself measures 18.5mm by 15.7mm from left to right and makes such a fabulous statement on the finger. This Retro smoky quartz ring not only looks fabulous on the finger, but will always be admired for its wonderful geometric design and use of rose gold as well as the stunning smoky quartz. Stock# T655 Circa: 1940 $1,250
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Art Deco style diamond earrings
Here are a perfect pair of Art Deco style diamond earrings that will suit any occasion day or night and always look so elegant. Perfectly sized to wear during the day, put your hair up and show these wonderful diamond earrings off at night and let them get the compliments that they deserve. Made in 18ct white gold in a style reminiscent of the fabulous 1920's Art Deco era, each earring is set with thirty four round brilliant cut diamonds that total 0.31 carats, and are all millgrain set which is the elegant crimping along the edge of the setting, once again very typical in Art Deco jewellery. Fitted with very secure lever back fittings which act like a shepherd hook with the additional safety of the clasp, each earring measures 10.6mm across by 14.4mm from the bottom to the top diamond or 16.5mm to the top of the hook. Elegant and refined, these diamond earrings will always be loved and admired. Stock# NS356 $3,650
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The Netherlands: Rotterdam LNG Hub Gets Massive Boost
The Port of Rotterdam Authority said that two European subsidy applications relating to LNG have been granted. This means that the European Union supports the development of a Rotterdam LNG hub. It involves a subsidy of €40 million for LNG infrastructure for the Rhine-Main-Danube area and a €34 million subsidy for the LNG breakbulk terminals in Gothenburg and Rotterdam. Together, the projects will create a logistics chain for LNG; the first in Europe.
The Port Authority wants to make Rotterdam the most sustainable port of its kind and sees LNG as a way of substantially reducing emissions from shipping. The subsidy is in line with the Port of Rotterdam Authority's endeavour to fully develop the market for LNG as a fuel and to open an LNG hub in Rotterdam before the end of 2015. In order to achieve this the Port Authority is investing in infrastructure (incl. a breakbulk terminal), it is closely involved in putting the necessary (inter)national policy and regulations in place and is investing in cooperation with relevant partners. The two subsidies were also the result of close cooperation with other (inter)national parties.
European chain
The subsidy represents a considerable boost for the Rotterdam LNG hub, but by no means all the cash will benefit the port of Rotterdam specifically. The whole European LNG logistics chain will profit. For instance, 33 partners are involved in the LNG Masterplan for the Rhine-Main-Danube corridor. The project is coordinated by 'ProDanube'. The Port Authority is coordinator for the Rhine corridor. The ports of Antwerp, Strasbourg, Mannheim and Basel and a few private parties are also involved. The subsidy for the breakbulk terminals relates to a joint venture between the ports of Gothenburg and Rotterdam. Via the breakbulk terminal, it will shortly be possible to supply LNG to the bunker market in (north)west Europe as well.
LNG in Rotterdam
Since 2011 the port of Rotterdam has had a special terminal for storing and handling liquefied natural gas; the Gate terminal. The first inland vessels to sail on LNG are the Argonon and the Greenstream recently launched, which Shell now charters. This year, the municipality of Rotterdam amended the regulations, so that inland shipping can now bunker. Supported by this subsidy, the port authorities of Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Gothenburg and Antwerp, among others, are now preparing further joint international regulations.
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The Jump from Renter to Homeowner in Florida Among the Most Reasonable
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A report recently released by HowMuch.net offers an analysis of monthly housing costs by state and the differences between the cost of owning and the cost of renting. The report shows the smallest cost increase between owning and renting is in the Southeast region and in the Rust Belt. The report lists homeownership in West Virginia as the most attainable, while homes in Florida, Indiana, Arkansas and South Carolina are highlighted as reasonably attainable. The average monthly payment with a mortgage is $348 above the average monthly cost of renting in Florida.
The Buying vs. Renting a Home by State report concludes that homebuyers are willing to stretch and adjust their budgets to accommodate for this difference, in order to accomplish the American dream of owning their own home.
The number of new-homeowner households was double the number of new-renter households in the first quarter of this year, which signifies that those forming new households are overwhelmingly electing to buy a home rather than rent a home. Census Bureau data shows approximately 854,000 new-owner households were formed during the first quarter of this year, in comparison to approximately 365,000 new-renter households formed during the same period of time. It was the first time in ten years that there were more new buyers than renters, according to an analysis by Trulia.
To provide homes for the multitude of millennials eager to enter the housing market, homebuilders are changing their focus from the construction of large luxury homes to building more modest homes. In the first three months of this year, 31 percent of spec homes built by major builders were under 2,250 square feet, according to housing research firm Zelman & Associates. That points to a 27 percent increase from the first quarter of 2016.
Entry-level homebuyers are venturing into the market. First-time buyers represent about 35 percent of home buyers in 2016, a 10 percent jump over the prior year, according to the National Association of REALTOR® (NAR).
Naples Area Board of REALTORS® reported an increase of 14 percent for closed home sales in first quarter in 2017, when compared to the first quarter of 2016. Total REALTOR® sales of single-family homes in the Southwest Florida counties of Lee, Collier and Charlotte, increased to 2,198 in March 2017, the highest total since April 2015.
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Teaching 1 to 2 Year olds EnglishJanuary 29, 2008 at 6:17 am | Posted in Children's Classes | 7 Comments
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This is a reply I put on the MES English forums to someone asking about teaching 1-2 year olds:
I have a few students under two, and a few months ago I started teaching at a school where I have a 20 minute class with 1-2 year olds. At first I was wondering what I would do, but its going pretty well. In this case, the preschool teachers are there to help me. In your case, I imagine the parents will be there to help.
The way I structure my class, is much like you said you are structuring your class for your over 3 year olds students. I use a lot of songs, maybe 4 or 5 each class. Before each song there is a little lesson. If it is a numbers song, we count 1 to 10, count some objects, etc. If it is an animal song, I use puppets to introduce the animals and the sounds they make, then we sing. Also, little games like London Bridge is falling down, etc. are fun for this age (if they can walk yet, a few of my youngest cant
Also, they love books! So between the songs, mini lessons and books, it keeps it pretty flowing and structured.
I guess for me I try to keep it relevant to what kids understand at that age, they all have seen a dog before. hope this helps. All the songs I use I have on my site if you want to check it out. some are free downloads. http://www.dreamenglish.com
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Hi, I'm an english teacher of very small children preschoolders starting from 17 months old in some cases. I've been working on an english system for about 5 years now and with some very good results, I call it the phase developmental approach for esl in very young children. It consist in taking into account the capacities of each age: emotional, cognitive and social stages of each age and designing the class around this. It's worked pretty good. If you'd like to exchange info I'd love to.
Comment by Terry Marie Hughes— April 27, 2008 #
Hello Terry,
I just started working as an English "teacher" in a bilingual pre-school in Germany. I have very little experience teaching English, and on op of that my kids are very young (aged 1-3). Do you have a website up yet that talks about your approach, or do you have any advice about entertaining English activities for this age group? I'm arts and crafts inclined, but it's hard to incorporate English into an activity that can hold their attention for very long. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Comment by Brianne— September 17, 2009 #
My website is http://www.letsinstitute.net, we just set it up and you can find resources for small children and contact me.
Comment by Terry Marie Hughes— October 27, 2010 #
when I started out as a teacher I found that most of the materials on the market for small kids where and still are pretty inappropiate and just not focussed on their capabilities, so I started designing my own materials and ended up writing an english course series for toddlers to 4th graders (in fourth grade there is this mental change and their understanding for grammar kicks in and materials on the market are okay)the primary focus is vocabulary but in context, to work around a theme and from there model structures but they are not the main issue in the classroom. Anyway I'm also designing my website as soon as its done I'll let you know
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I'm lucky — I have the advantage of living in Ireland. Left spellbound by Celtic enchantments, this is a country where time stands still… where the darkness at the edge of town pulsates with eerie magic… where westerly winds carry the fading whisper of otherworldly voices.
Notice how I'm button-pushing? Spellbound… eerie magic… otherworldly voices. When writing scary stories, the dictionary is full of glorious words that help conjure up that shivery atmosphere you're trying to convey.
*** Ideas for Opening Your Article
For example, here's how I opened "Season of the Witch: Walpurgisnacht in Germany's Harz Mountains." Published by "The World & I," the article tells of the area's reputation for mythic weirdness. Goethe set the witches' sabbat scene in Faust on the Brocken, a mountain where witches are still rumored to meet on May Eve.
"Wandering through Germany's Harz Mountains, it's impossible not to realize that you have entered a domain of enchantment, a place where landscape conspires with legend to create a sense of lurking mystery… "
But you have plenty of other shots in your armory when writing these kinds of articles. For example, you could open with a quote, or an old wives' tale. Here's how I did it for "Twilight Places: Ireland's Enduring Fairy Lore" (again published by "The World and I"):
"In the 1940s, Irish writer Sean O'Faolain recounted a Cork woman being asked if she believed in fairies. 'I do not,' she replied after pondering the question, 'but they're there.'"
Or consider starting your story mid-action. There you are, quaking in a four-poster bed in an ancient hotel in the heart of England. It's the witching hour… the wind is moaning… window frames are creaking and groaning. Is it really a tree branch tapping on the glass or is the headless highwayman putting in an appearance?
*** How to Gather Material Close to Home
Voodoo queens in New Orleans… native American burial grounds… witch persecutions in New England.
You certainly don't have to travel outside the U.S. to find spooky stories.
The easiest place to uncover supernatural shenanigans is obviously your own home town or state. Are any special Halloween events on the town's Events Calendar? Does any inn, hotel, or street have a reputation for being haunted? Do old-timers or shop-owners know any ghost stories? (If there's a New Age-type store in town, this could be a great source.)
And what weird tales lurk in library folklore sections? The more research you do, the more interesting your article is likely to be. I've found the further back in time I delve, the stranger the yarns I uncover.
For instance, most people have heard of Irish banshees and leprechauns — not so many know of the Fear Gorta (Hungry Man). In the 1840s, this emaciated spirit was said to stalk the blighted potato fields. The harbinger of famine, he arises from the Hungry Grass — patches of land where an unshriven corpse has lain. Tread on such land, and you too may be stricken with insatiable and everlasting hunger.
Victorian writings can be a treasure trove. For that "Twilight Places" article (a major essay of around 5,000 words), my main resource books were W.B. Yeats' "Fairy and Folktales of the Irish Peasantry" and Lady Wilde's "Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms and Superstitions of Ireland." But in a dusty corner of the local library, I came across a lesser-known 19th-century folklorist called Crofton Croker. In a story about kidnapping and changelings, he recounts how a "bit of a shriveled-up fairy" replaces a bonny baby boy. A wise-woman instructs the grieving mother to "take the red-hot poker and cram it down his ugly throat." Great stuff!
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Most importantly of all, don't neglect the local graveyard — if you can go at night, so much the better. (Again, think of the atmosphere!) Even if you're traveling overseas, don't be fazed by foreign inscriptions. Explain you're a writer and someone is usually only too happy to translate for you.
Here's one of my favorites. In Schierke village in Germany's Harz Mountains, there's a very spooky inscription on the grave of an apothecary called Willi Druber. Back in 1908, he concocted Schierke Feuerstein, an intensely alcoholic brew made from herbs and bitters. "O Wanderer eile fort von hier, sonst kommt er 'raus und trinkt mit Dir!" The words warn you to hurry away before Willi rises from his tomb and joins you for a drink.
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Grandview-Mullen baseball on Saturday back to an afternoon first pitch in 5A
Just chatted with Grandview baseball coach Scott Henry … and Saturday's game at Mullen is back to starting in the afternoon, at 2 p.m.
Originally, the Centennial League finale between the Wolves and the host Mustangs in Class 5A was to be at 2:30 p.m.
However, with the threat of weather in an already wild spring of snow, cold, wind and rain, and the postseason looming after cramming multiple games into a short period, officials considered moving the game to first pitch at 11 a.m. Obtaining umpires for the new starting time proved fruitless, Henry said, so officials decided to go back near the original starting time and play at 2 p.m.
The game is big in many ways, including from a playoff-seeding standpoint. Grandview is 14-4 overall, 11-2 in league. Mullen is 13-5, also 11-2 in league. Potentially, the Centennial could have a tie through multiple ways — Cherokee Trail (12-4 overall), also is 11-2 in league and hosts Smoky Hill (8-10, 3-10) on Saturday at 11 a.m.


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- Mini open approach (L4-S1)
Positioning for mini open approach (L4-S1)
The patient is placed onto a radiolucent table in a supine position.
A pillow is placed underneath the knees. Slight knee/hip flexion allows the psoas muscle to relax, which eases the approach.
General anesthesia with endotracheal intubation is required.
Pulse-Oximetry should be placed on the left great toe.
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Almond Tassies
A rich buttery crust holds a meringue filling flavored with almond paste. With their delicate, dainty look, these cookies would be especially nice for a ladies' luncheon. —Helen Verbeke, Clifton, New Jersey
Total TimePrep: 30 min. Bake: 20 min. + cooling
Makes4 dozen
- 2 cups butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 can (8 ounces) almond paste
- 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 3 egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
- In a bowl, cream the butter, sugar and egg yolks. Gradually add flour and salt. Divide dough into fourths; roll each portion into 12 small balls. Press each ball onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased miniature muffin cup; set aside.
- For filling, combine almond paste, 1 cup sugar, egg yolks and lemon juice in a large bowl. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; beat in vanilla and remaining sugar until stiff peaks form. Beat into the almond mixture.
- Fill prepared cups three-fourths full. Sprinkle with pecans. Bake at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire racks for 10 minutes. Carefully remove tassies from pans.
Nutrition Facts2 each: 330 calories, 21g fat (10g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 262mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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My husband LOVES almond paste so I thought I would surprise him with these tassies. (I found the recipe my accident when looking for another recipe with almond paste.) OH MY GOSH!!! He was in heaven! Even my daughter-in-law wanted the recipe and she deosn't like to cook much! I will definitely make these again and again and again!!


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"Why would prices double in five years?" Yale professor Robert Shiller said at an event in Campos do Jordao, Brazil, on Aug. 31. "What could account for that other than excitement? The prices go up every month. They always go up."
"There's always a way to argue for any price increase," Shiller said. "People like to think that this is a stable and steady increase. I was saying things about the U.S. just like this in 2005 and I got angry responses. I had people tell me you could be changing the psychology by saying these things. Some people think it's like shouting fire in a crowded theater — you shouldn't do that because it could create a panic. I felt maybe I shouldn't be doing it. But on the other side of it, I'm thinking, you have to warn people at least."
A warning from US economist Robert Shiller about the recent sharp rise in Brazilian house prices has revived fears of a property bubble in Latin America's largest economy. According to London-based Capital Economics, "our position remains that, while there are several reasons why we would have expected prices to have risen in recent years, the sheer scale of the increase is difficult to justify. The market may be overvalued by as much as 50%."
Capital Economics (and also this website) has first warned about the possibility of a bubble in Brazilian housing 18 months ago. Since then prices have continued to climb. In Rio they have more than tripled since 2008. Sao Paulo has not lagged far behind.
Here is their rationale for why current prices are not justifyiable:
"First, prices have risen far faster than incomes – whereas GDP per capita has risen by 50% since 2008, average house prices in Sao Paulo Rio have nearly tripled.
Second, although the spread of mortgages would justify a rise in prices, other emerging markets have seen similar (or even larger) increases in mortgage lending to Brazil in recent years, but house price gains have been far more modest. (See Chart)
Finally, house prices seem expensive relative to rents. According to the website Global Property Guide, the average rental yield in nine countries in Latin America is currently about 7.5%. In Brazil, it is 6%.
Based on a range of indicators our best guess is that Brazilian property is overvalued by around 30-50%. Looking ahead, there are good reasons to think that the macroeconomic fallout from Brazil's property bubble may be less severe than for the US in 2008. But at the very least it another reason to expect consumer spending to slow over the coming years."


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- Have only allowable shareholders
- Including individuals, certain trust, and estates and
- May not include partnerships, corporations or non-resident alien shareholders
- Have no more than 100 shareholders
- Have one class of stock
- Not be an ineligible corporation i.e. certain financial institutions, insurance companies, and domestic international sales corporations.
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S Corporation Requirements
To qualify for S corporation status, the corporation must meet the following requirements or they will not be considered by the IRS to be a S Corporation:
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"Smart mobility. Smart water. Smart grid. Smart integration. These are the foundations of tomorrow's cities, which are being realized today."
This is the premise that the World Economic Forum has chosen for its report, in which electric mobility assumes a fundamental role. The report titled "Electric Vehicles for Smarter Cities: The Future of Energy and Mobility" describes the strategies necessary for electric vehicles to become an increasingly developed reality, starting with public transport.
The recommendations provided by the WEF show how to adapt each electrification strategy to specific markets and describe examples of public and private transformation initiatives.
Promoted by leading figures from the energy sector, including the CEO of the Enel Group, the report was drawn up as part of the "Grid Edge Transformation" project.
Electrification, digitalisation and decentralization are the keystones of the project that form a virtuous circle to consolidate the overall benefits in addition to the individual contributions. The integration of these trends could generate more than $2.4 trillion in global value for society and industry in the next decade, increasing the efficiency of the overall system, optimizing capital allocation and creating new services for customers.
The three trends include all the main technologies that are influencing the electrical system, such as storage and distributed generation, smart meters and household appliances.
But the real key technologies of electrification are the core technologies of electric vehicles.
Based on the assumption that electric mobility should not only be part of a process, but also an element of cohesion and integration with the other players on the Smart City stage, the WEF document aims to provide guidelines that can lead to an approach pursuing energy efficiency and the reduction of greenhouse gases responsible for air pollution.
The integration of the three trends is therefore essential for the design of a more favourable environment, which facilitates the development of flexible rates and spreads the culture of sustainable mobility as a collective asset.
Electric public transport must therefore be encouraged both for the fleets of operators and for vehicles used by taxi companies or for car-sharing, i.e., all those vehicles with a high number of kilometres travelled per day and passengers transported.
According to the WEF, it is time to start with the widespread development of a public charging infrastructure, a decisive feature to facilitate the ramified spread of electric mobility in cities. The distribution of this infrastructure must be planned with precision and foresight in order to anticipate the evolution of individual towns and offer increasingly shared and automated transport models.
The course of action set out in the report highlights the tangible benefits that will result from the total electrification of transport for the environment, energy efficiency, urban mobility and the quality of the air that we breathe.
Enel X is working to achieve this outcome.
Electric mobility is no longer seen as an isolated aspect, but as part of a system that simultaneously integrates and supports the other features of smart cities.
From a perspective of smart energy management, therefore, electric vehicles will become more affordable for consumers, who will be able to choose to charge at times when the price of electricity is lower or when renewable energy sources produce more. Furthermore, with modern bi-directional charging systems, such as our V2G technology, electric cars can return unused energy to the grid, functioning like mobile batteries that help stabilise the electricity network.
These are exciting times. New technologies are enabling people to rethink the way they live in a more sustainable and efficient way. This is the premise of the WEF report and the starting point for our projects.
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'Jasmin' living example of the need to amend anti-rape law — Gabriela
"…it is our role as legislators to make sure that when victims turn to our legal system for redress, justice can and will be served in the fastest, least traumatic and least humiliating manner possible." – Rep. Luz Ilagan, Gabriela Women's Party
By JANESS ANN J. ELLAO
MANILA – As "Jasmin" and her mother pursue justice here in Manila, Gabriela Women's Party (GWP) said the accused, Pantabangan Vice Mayor Romeo Borja Jr., is using all means at his disposal to discredit the victim.
"The violence committed against Jasmin (not her real name) clearly shows why amendments on the present anit-rape law should be pushed," Gabriela Rep. Emmi de Jesus said in a protest action in front of the Department of Justice on June 5, 2012.
Jasmin accused Borja of repeatedly raping her for six times since June 2011 when she was only 17 years old. She added that the official threatened to kill her and her family if she refused to give in to him. The victim is about to give birth to Borja's child sometime this week or next week.
In a statement, Gabriela said Borja "had gone on a media spree and circulated text and audio communications between him and Jasmin allegedly proving that they had a consensual relationship. He also organized a rally in Pantabangan on May 9, 2012 to explain his side."
De Jesus said Gabriela Women's Party filed House Bill 6170 seeking to amend the Anti-Rape Law of 1997. "The amendments that GWP pushed included the redefinition of the term rape, the enumeration of circumstances where there is a presumption of lack of consent, the inclusion of cases where there is non-penile penetration, the repealing of Articles 266-C and 266-D and the specification of aggravating circumstances," the lawmaker said.
"The moves of the Vice Mayor show how he can use his power to defend himself and to discredit Jasmin," Gabriela Rep. Luz Ilagan said, "This is a tactic used to warn his other victims to continue their silence because he is capable of discrediting them with the means at his disposal. There are many victims who are forced to submit to the perpetrator who is a person of authority.".... MORE
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is the leading childhood disorder of any kind in the world. According to the CDC (Center for Disease Control), in 2010, ADHD affected 1 in 10 kids and the NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health) noted that is the number one reason a child will be medicated.
The diagnosis of ADHD has increased 7000% over the last decade and the production of medications for ADHD has increased approximately 2000% over the past 20 years. (1, 2) In 2005, it was found that the average ADHD family spent $15,000 extra per year – just to maintain the problem and costs the community an extra $60-$80,000 per year per child to educate them. (3) Approximately 70% of children with ADHD also have at least one other diagnosis, including Tourette's syndrome (4) and OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder).
Types of ADHD:
There are 3 different subtypes of ADHD:
- Type 1 – Inattentive
- Type 2 – Hyperactive/ Impulsive
- Type 3 – Combined
Kids with Inattentive ADHD (formally called ADD) have problems concentrating and are easily distracted. They don't pay attention to detail, make careless mistakes, and don't follow through with instructions. They are often forgetful and do not like to tackle complicated tasks. Kids with learning disabilities are often mistakenly diagnosed with Type 1 ADHD.
Type 2 kids are the ones who can't sit still and are bouncing all over the place and they don't have any impulse control.
Combined ADHD kids will have aspects of both Type 1 and Type 2 and is the most common form of ADHD.
There is no standardized test to determine a diagnosis of ADHD. The above behaviors must exist for at least 6 months in at least 2 environments (ie, school and home). A diagnosis is based on a check list of symptoms in the DSM 4 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual) of the American Psychiatric Association.
Mainstream treatment of ADHD usually involves medication directed at controlling behavior and increasing attention span. Stimulants are the most common medication prescribed for ADHD, including Ritalin and Adderall. In 2007, the FDA directed the makers of all drugs approved for the treatment of ADHD to alert patients to the possible risks of heart attack and psychiatric symptoms associated with their medicines, as there had been reports of sudden death in patients with underlying heart defects. (5,6,7)
A review reported an increased risk of 1:1000 in developing drug related psychiatric disorders, such as hearing voices, paranoia, or mania, even in patients with no prior history of psychiatric problems. Despite these medications being the mainstay of medical treatment for ADHD, they are only effective in reducing symptoms for less than 70% of kids they are prescribed for.
Neurology of ADHD:
When you ask medical professionals if they can describe what exactly is happening in the brain of kids with ADHD, most cannot give you an answer. Functional Neurologists, such as Los Angeles chiropractor Dr. Christine Anderson, however, not only understands the neurology underlying ADHD, but also other behavioral and learning disorders and have tools to bring brain function back into balance. Once the brain is functioning at an optimal level, the symptoms of ADHD will disappear.
The basis of treatment for ADHD and other neurobehavioral disorders from a functional neurology standpoint is based on "Functional Disconnection Syndrome" or FDS. (8,9) In Functional Disconnection Syndrome, there is a disconnect in communication between the two hemispheres of the brain. (10) Dr. Anderson is able to determine where in the brain this disconnect is occurring by a detailed history and neurologic exam. In children with ADHD, the right hemisphere is usually "weaker" than the left, leaving the left hemisphere to dominate the child's behaviors. (11, 12, 13,14, 15, 16)
A dominant left hemisphere drives children towards impulsive, compulsive and repetitive behaviors. It is also the hemisphere that is responsible for intelligence and attention to detail. The right hemisphere is what normally puts the brakes on unwanted behaviors and actions, so when it is weaker than the left, symptoms of ADHD are prevalent.
Balancing the Brain:
To bring the brain into balance, Los Angeles chiropractor, Dr. Christine Anderson will focus on bringing the weaker hemisphere of the brain up to the same level as the stronger hemisphere. This is done at her Kid Chiropractic Family Wellness Center location by specifically stimulating the weaker hemisphere using sensorimotor stimuli which has been determined by the exam to stimulate the deficient areas of the brain. The brain must be built from the bottom up so that it is able to exert control from the top-down.
Misaligned vertebrae, especially in the neck, cut off messages sent from the body into the brain and inhibit the development of the brain (17, 18). Gentle chiropractic adjustments correct the misalignments and turn the power back on so that normal neurologic development can proceed. Dr. Anderson also checks for proper posture; a deviation in posture is actually one of the first signs that there are brain imbalances. (19) It is the brain's job to make sure that when we stand upright that we are balanced from side to side and front to back.
Dr. Christine Anderson, a Los Angeles based chiropractor practicing in the heart of Hollywood, has completed the 175 hour certification course in Childhood Developmental Disorders taught by the Carrick Institute of Functional Neurology and has attained the distinction of FABCCD (Fellow of the American Board of Childhood Developmental Disorders). She understands the underlying neurologic cause of ADHD and has the skills to be able to determine where the disconnection is occurring in your child's brain.
Dr. Anderson will design a specific program for your child, which consists of specific, gentle adjustments, sensory motor exercises for your child to perform at home, as well as nutritional advice. If the exercises are performed on a daily basis consistently, results generally can be seen within 12 weeks. (7)The nervous system and brain are developing so rapidly in young children, therefore Dr. Anderson recommends your child having regular chiropractic and functional neurologic checkups from the time they are born, regardless of whether or not they have problems.
Dr. Anderson is Board Certified in Chiropractic Pediatrics and Pregnancy (DICCP) and has over 2 decades experience in adjusting newborns, toddlers and children of all ages, including her three children. Regular chiropractic checkups should be a part of every child's health regimen so that any problems in the nervous system, brain, or posture can be detected early. When your child comes in for regular visits, Dr. Anderson can understand what is normal for them. This includes looking for red flags early on in infancy and as a toddler that might have your child labeled as ADHD later on in school. She can then give you some specific exercises to do at home which will aid in the maturation of your child's brain, truly preventing problems such as ADHD!
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Reflections on 'Go': Big Red MicroCapital
Pushing the 'go' button (to borrow Francisco's brilliant phrasing), is much harder than it sounds. Some days, I'm convinced that I misplaced mine, lent it to someone who forgot to return it, or never had it at all. Regardless, I think about what makes people go, hoping to divine the ingredients of the secret sauce. What I've realized recently (and what Francisco pointed out in his post), is that 'going' is part conscious choice, part inspired possession. It's about being completely consumed by an idea to the point where your doubts about how, what, when, and who (Me? No, but maybe you.) completely melt away, if only for a blissful moment. Then comes the inspired decision-will you or won't you?
I've also noted that it helps to watch the creative process unfold in others. To that end, I'd like to share the story of Big Red MicroCapital. BRM MicroCapital is a "student-run organization that spurs microenterprise development by assisting self-employed individuals to reach their business goals." Several Johnson School students, (now newly-minted alums) spent more than a year bringing this concept to life. The team is comprised of Andrea Findley (Director of Client Support Services), Taryn Goodman (Director of Community Partnerships), Ryan Kelley (Director of Finance), Kandea Mosley (Director of Marketing), and Mike Pezone (Director of Operations).
Thanks to their efforts, the Johnson School community, and hopefully, the citizens of Tompkins County, will be better for it. I had the opportunity to sit down with Taryn, who graciously offered to speak on behalf of the group. Introducing BRM MicroCapital…
Tayo Akinyemi, Nextbillion.net:
What does BRM MicroCapital do exactly?
Taryn Goodman, BRM MicroCapital:
We have a business coaching program and offer financial support to low income entrepreneurs in Tompkins County. (Low income describes people who earn less than 80% of median income in a county according to HUD data.) The coach's job during a typical four-month engagement is to understand what the entrepreneur wants to do and help him/her create a process for achieving their goals.
In terms of financial support, we take on what a traditional bank would call "risky loans". Loans are typically small ($300-$1500) and short-term. We also require borrowers to enroll in the coaching program so we can help them reach repayment status. Although our interest rates are slightly higher than bank rates, we can adjust them when it makes sense to do so, for example, if a community recommendation is made.
Tayo Akinyemi, Nextbillion.net:
How was BRM MicroCapital founded?
Taryn Goodman, BRM MicroCapital:
BRM MicroCapital was conceived 3-5 years ago by students who wanted to launch an international microfinance fund. Given the difficulty of creating an international program, someone had the idea to do something local. Last year Jeff Fuchs
(JGSM '08) revitalized the idea, started creating a strategy around it, and began meeting with local community members. He discovered that there was a need to help people who couldn't be served by the normal banking system. As a result, he recruited a few other students to join the team. They did months of research to understand what other programs existed, what worked, and what didn't. Eventually, they were referred to theAlternatives Federal Credit Union (AFCU), now a BRM partner. It's great because we benefit from the AFCU's expertise with lending and the community; it's one of the premier credit unions in the nation. Additionally, AFCU assists us by processing our clients' loans and matches our funds.
Tayo Akinyemi, Nextbillion.net:
Don't these types of services already exist in Tompkins County? How does BRM fill an unmet need in the community?
Taryn Goodman, BRM MicroCapital:
We didn't actually know what the need was when we started. It was hard to tap into, but we partnered with the Greater Ithaca Activities Center, the Women's Opportunity Center, Tompkins County Work Force, and several community leaders to learn the landscape. We met great people with great ideas. Ithaca actually has a very entrepreneurial feel to it. People have the desire to create but may not have the financial ability or the background to do so. They also have families, jobs, and other daily requirements that don't allow them to put the time and energy into really figuring things out. We wanted to help those people.
Also, it's assumed that people who don't get loans don't deserve them. Clearly, this is a miscalculation and a misrepresentation. Sometimes people just need another pathway, an opportunity to flourish.
Tayo Akinyemi, Nextbillion.net:
How did you find your clients? What types of businesses do your clients have?
Taryn Goodman, BRM MicroCapital:
People came through the AFCU website but we found others through the research that we did. We cultivated relationships with people who could help us understand what was going on in the community. Our plan is to continue to reach out through community organizations.
In terms of the businesses, we have a woman who does transcription, someone who does composting and landscaping for private homes, a clothing store owner, a housekeeper/personal assistant, and a small scale farmer.
Tayo Akinyemi, Nextbillion.net:
What have been your major accomplishments?
Taryn Goodman, BRM MicroCapital:
Our biggest accomplishment has been getting the program running, because we had no idea what it would look like when we started. Now we have 12 coaches who are rising 2nd year MBA students and 5 entrepreneurs in the program. We have also elected the new board, so we know the organization will be around next year. It's a great feeling and it's kind of unbelievable to see. We actually got an email from an Executive Director at United Way who's excited about the program, and wants to connect us to someone who's trying to create a micro-loan program in Wisconsin. We told them that we were still in the pilot phase, but it's great to know that there's interest in what we're doing, and that our efforts could extend beyond Ithaca.
Tayo Akinyemi, Nextbillion.net:
Your biggest challenges?
Taryn Goodman, BRM MicroCapital:
We had really difficult internal conversations about program requirements. What should the income cut-off be? Should we require six months of revenue because we're not equipped to handle start-ups? It was challenging because we couldn't foresee how these decisions would impact our program. We were also concerned about lack of interest in it, so we wanted to target the right people. But initially we didn't know who the right people were.
Tayo Akinyemi, Nextbillion.net:
What is the strategic outlook for BRM? What do you hope to see in the future?
Taryn Goodman, BRM MicroCapital:
Our strategic vision is to become the premier, student-run microenterprise fund. We want to share our vision with other business schools and create a model that others can replicate. Many schools belong to communities like ours and have students with similar passions. It would be great to share our vision with them.
There you have it. To read more about BRM, please visit the profile at the Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise.
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