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The New Year De-Stress/
This may be a little late since we're already a week into the new year, but it's never too late to give the skin a good pamper, right? This time of year can wreak havoc on the skin, from the chill outside to the less-than-healthy food and drink consumed in bulk. That, on top of the stress of moving this past weekend, has given me a case of seriously agitated skin.
I've been employing my arsenal of de-stressing products to get everything back to normal. To slough off the dead skin and really de-congest I've been using my two favorite exfoliating treatments - the Juice Beauty Green Apple Peel and the REN Flash Rinse 1 Minute Facial. Both give very similar results, and I reach for them interchangeably, depending on how much time I have.
I've also got masks designed to soothe stressed-out skin, which are obviously perfect for times like this. The newly-released Nugg Beauty De-Stress Mask* quite cooling and extremely nourishing. It really helps to plump up the skin and return it to normal. The Belif First Aid Anti-Hangover Soothing Mask is also perfect for the task. I've mentioned it quite a lot lately but it really is an important product in my rotation - it instantly soothes my skin and really feels like it's helping it "recharge." And the ultimate blogger favorite, the Antipodes Aura Manuka Honey Mask, would be perfectly recruited here as well. As it helps to purify as well as nourish the skin, it's ideal for stressed-out skin.
Another nice treat for the skin that I find really soothing are sheet masks. One I'm really looking forward to using is the Boscia Sake Brightening Hydrogel Mask. I've used their Deep Hydration mask recently and really liked it, so I'm excited to try this one. And lastly, to pep up those tired and dehydrated eyes I've been loving the Juice Beauty Stem Cellular Instant Eye Lift*. These are eye masks that come in two parts, the masks and the activator that you soak the masks in. When using them my undereye area seems immediately brighter and more lifted, giving the appearance of being much more well-rested than I am.
What are your go-to products when your skin is feeling stressed?


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Tamsin Haley
Tamsin Haley
My Role at HIP2B2 Online Radio:
To bring across my love for interesting information, and to highlight important social issues which show how interesting this world we live in really is!
How I got here to be a radio presenter:
I've been a radio presenter at MFM 92.6 for two years and decided a different challenge would be fun! Also love the educational factor of this station and finding out new interesting things!
Favourite song of all time:
Dressed for Success – Roxette
If HIP2B2 was an animal, what would it be and why?
Definitely a dolphin! It's intelligent, curious, friendly and fun-loving!
Algebra or geometry:
Definitely algebra! Best part of Maths in school!
Did video really kill the radio star?
NO! I just enhanced it!
You can catch me on…
Smart Style, Chatroom, and Wednesdays (4 – 5pm)!
About Me:
I'm a small town girl from Langebaan on the West Coast. I love music and interacting with people. In my spare time I body board, hike, camp and play a little guitar. The scariest thing I've ever done… bungee jumping off the Bloukrans Bridge! ☺

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The constant influx of Victoria's Secret catalogues in my mailbox lately have definitely done their job — got me thinking about summer IN February (I know it's March, but this has been on-going in the last few weeks).
Anyway, at a time when I should be bundling up in coats and gloves, I'm now thinking about swimsuits and flip-flops. Thanks VS.
And after catalogue upon catalogue, I start to rationalize exactly why it is these things keep coming to me, like everyday. It's because I need to start thinking about my honeymoon and the new sun dresses and cover-ups I'll need on the vacation that will begin our new life together.
A new life needs new clothes.
You did your job VS . . . guess you know me better than I know me.
Just like the Reese's Pieces – damn you.
None-the-less, some of my faves that I've been daydreaming about . . .
Hope I didn't get you hooked ;).
Can't wait for the sun, sea and sand!


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Renal Ultrasound
Objective: Evaluate for hydronephrosis
Indications: Concern for obstructive renal disease
The kidney is made up of 4 sonographically distinct areas:
Renal parenchyma:
Renal cortex: Outermost part of kidney parenchyma- homogenous, with low echogenicity compared to liver/spleen (darker). Surrounded by the echogenic capsule (gerota's fascia)
Renal medulla: Deep to the renal cortex, appears even less echogenic than cortex. Contains renal pyramids which appear as anechoic cone shaped regions
Collecting system:
Renal Calyces: part of the collecting system, contains urine and as such appear anechoic. Not easily visible in the absence of hydronephrosis
Renal pelvis: Central portion of the kidney, site of convergence of calyces. Also contains vasculature. Appears more echogenic (brighter)
The Renal Exam
Probe selection:
The probe of choice is the phased array probe as it has lower frequency and can penetrate deeply while being able to utilize intercostal windows. Alternatively, one can also use a curvilinear probe if available.
Exam components:
In order to complete an adequate examination:
- Image the left and right kidneys completely in both longitudinal and transverse views.
- You can also choose to image the urinary bladder to estimate volume and evaluate for ureteral jets.
Place the patient supine or lateral decubitus position. Scanning will take place almost identically to RUQ and LUQ views in the FAST exam
The views:
Right Renal:
Orient the probe in the longitudinal plane with the indicator facing towards the patient's head.
Choose an area between the 8-11 intercostal space in the mid axillary line to begin scanning.
Likely you will first encounter the liver, once visualized, search for the kidney by fanning posteriorly or sliding caudally until the kidney comes into view
Rotate the probe slightly to obtain a view of the kidney in its longest axis
Fan anterior to posterior to obtain a complete longitudinal view, making sure to to visualize the entire kidney in this plane
With the kidney in view, turn the probe 90 degrees to obtain a image in transverse section.
Fan cephalad to caudal to obtain transverse views of the entire kidney.
Left renal:
Orient the probe in the longitudinal plane, indicator facing towards patient's head, in the 5-9th intercostal space, posterior axillary line.
If difficulty in obtaining an image, begin by sliding the probe posteriorly, such that the sonographer's knuckles are touching the bed. Then angle the probe such that the probe head is pointing anteriorly, with the probe at approximately 20°-30° angle to to bed
Look to orient yourself by finding either spleen or the line of the diaphragm
Once spleen is visualized, fan posteriorly to visualize the kidney
Rotate the probe slightly to obtain a view of the kidney in its longest axis
Be sure to fan through the entire organ in the anterior/posterior dimension
With the kidney in view, turn the probe 90 degrees to obtain a image in transverse section.
Fan cephalad to caudal to obtain transverse views of the entire kidney.
Orient the probe in the midsagittal plane, just superior to the pubic symphysis with the probe indicator facing towards the patients head.
Fan in the right to left directions in search of the urinary bladder, which will appear as a cystic structure in the pelvis. If unable to visualize the bladder, adjust the probe in the cephalad/caudal direction until it comes into view.
Once the bladder is in view, adjust the angle of the probe to ensure the entire length of bladder is in view. Fan left to right to visualize the entire width of the bladder
Rotate the probe 90°, counterclockwise, now oriented such that the indicator is facing to the patients right
Fan the probe inferior to superior, making sure to visualize the entire bladder.
Obtain measurements if desired to estimate volume of bladder (will need width and depth on transverse view, length on longitudinal view)
Search for ureteral jets by finding the level of the trigone (image) and using color doppler. Use the seminal vesicles or mid-cervix as an approximate landmark for appropriate level.
Image interpretation
Grades of Hydronephrosis:
Dilation of renal pelvis +/- dilation of calyces
Renal parenchyma appears normal
Dilation of renal pelvis and calyces with blunting at papillae
Signs of cortical thinning
Dilation of renal pelvis/calyces with loss of pelvicalyceal borders (appear ballooned)
Renal cortical atrophy with severe thinning of cortex
Pattie's Pearls
-If you are having difficulty in obtaining adequate views, you can try to place the patient in the lateral decubitus position.
-Hydronephrosis can sometimes be hard to distinguish from vasculature in the renal pelvis: always try placing color doppler on this area to distinguish the two. If there is pulsatile flow, it's vasculature!
-Make sure not to confuse renal pyramids or cysts with hydronephrosis. Renal pyramids will not communicate with the pelvis. Renal cysts will appear circular and have a defined wall
-If looking for ureteral jets, you will need to be patient. They can take several minutes to appear. Presence is reassuring for lack of complete obstructive disease, but absence is not diagnostic.
Written by: Aalap Shah, MD
Peer Reviewed by:
All images obtained by:
Color Doppler sonography of ureteral jets in normal volunteers: importance of the relative specific gravity of urine in the ureter and bladder.
American Journal of Roentgenology 1992 159:4, 773-775
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3. Konda R, Sakai K, Ota S et-al. Ultrasound grade of hydronephrosis and severity of renal cortical damage on 99m technetium dimercaptosuccinic acid renal scan in infants with unilateral hydronephrosis during followup and after pyeloplasty. J. Urol. 2002;167 (5): 2159-63.
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The hotel is housed in a castle dating back to the 10th Century and is set on the Bidasoa estuary. The building is an authentic fortress which was built by King Sancho Abarca of Navarra, according to the principles of defensive architecture of the time, and enjoys beautiful panoramic views. The hotel comprises a total of 36 rooms and combines the modern and the ancient, offering elegant interiors. The communal rooms and bedrooms provide a perfect combination of the innovative with ancient lines and shapes. Lances and canons share the scene with modern design details in the bedrooms, with the result being elegant interiors with a comfortable cosy atmosphere. Facilities on offer to guests include a lobby area with a 24-hour reception and 24-hour check-in/check out service, a currency exchange facility, a cloakroom, lift and a café. It offers a TV lounge, restaurant, conference facilities and WLAN/Internet access. Guests may also take advantage of the hotel?s room and laundry services (both for an additional fee) and there is parking available for those arriving by car (charges apply).
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Luton Town have extended the loan of West Ham striker Elliot Lee until the end of the season.
The 20-year-old has made six appearances for Hatters since joining from the Premier League side, scoring three times, including a brace in Tuesday night's 3-2 defeat against Wycombe Wanderers.
Speaking before the deal was announced, Lee said: "I feel not quite 100 per cent sharpness, but every game I play I'm getting fitter, I'm getting stronger and getting back to my best now.
"There's nothing better than playing this kind of football. It's better than 21s, better than sitting on the bench, so I'm really happy to be here and really enjoying my loan spell at Luton."
Manager John Still told the club's official website: "Elliot's been fantastic for us since joining and we're thrilled we'll have him for the rest of this season.
"He was superb against Wycombe and was dreadfully unlucky against Newport. He's getting fitter all the time and I think that sharpness has been there for all to see in our past two matches."
"I'm really happy to be here and really enjoying my loan spell at Luton."Elliot Lee
Although West Ham have the right to recall Lee with 24 hours notice during this time, the striker added: "I've enjoyed my short time with the club, the lads and the fans are fantastic. Our goal is to win promotion and that's what I want to help us achieve between now and the end of the season."


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Regulation or strangulation? Mapping out the rules for Europe's media
Findings from the European Media Leaders Summit 2006The first day of the European Media Leaders Summit 2006 came at a critical point in the development of Europe's regulatory landscape. The conference opened on the very day when two things happened: the European Parliament's Culture Committee voted on amendments to the European Directive to regulate Audiovisual Media Services, and the Council of Culture Ministers from EU member states decided their position on the same draft legislation.
These decisions -- springing from the 1989 'Television Without Frontiers' Directive -- may sound disconnected from the cut-and-thrust of the entertainment & media industry. But they are set to shape the future of communications in Europe at a time of unprecedented change. As several speakers made clear, the widespread fear is that the regulators may apply a mindset developed during the era of traditional linear broadcasting to try and control the emerging world of non-linear, on-demand services such as IPTV and VOD. In their view, such an approach could undermine Europe's competitiveness against markets such as the US.
In the event, as the national newspapers reported on the second morning of the conference, there was some reasonably good news for Europe's TV industry in a planned relaxation of product placement rules across the EU. However, the extent to which linear broadcasting regulations on advertising will apply to new media remains unclear -- and will not be settled until a final vote by the European Parliament in 2007.
The danger of gatekeepers
Against this background, a number of delegates spoke out on the regulatory risks facing Europe's entertainment & media industry -- a theme initially highlighted by RTL Chief Executive Officer Gerhard Zeiler in the opening keynote address. "Having said that we shouldn't be scared about technology, we should at the same time make sure that the emergence of these new technologies doesn't lead to the emergence of gatekeepers," he commented. "New distribution channels should not be able to develop monopolies. While the limits of distribution in the analogue world were real technical limits, we must make sure that there are no new artificial constrictions in the digital world."
Pointing out that the enormous choice of channels and technologies available to today's consumers means broadcasters need wider options over when and how to insert advertising into their program flow, Mr Zeiler continued: "Nobody tells a magazine or a newspaper on which page they can put ads and on which they can't. But that is exactly what the regulators tell us broadcasters. I don't, however, see the value or necessity of that."
He went on to stress that the industry needs to make its voice heard at a pan-European level to have any real influence on the regulatory process. "If you look at the U.K. TV landscape, a lot of my colleagues in the U.K. think lobbying Ofcom is enough," he said. "Unfortunately it isn't. As an industry, we have to have a stronger voice in Brussels."
Principles under threat
Just such a pan-European perspective was provided by Francisco Pinto Balsemao, Chairman of the European Publishers Council (EPC) and Chairman & CEO of Impresa SGPS, in his presentation on navigating Europe's regulatory landscape. In his view, some basic freedoms were now in danger. "The 1989 Directive 'Television without Frontiers' ... established a vital principle: that the country of origin of the broadcaster was the place where media should be regulated, so that programs could freely beam across borders without interference from foreign governments and that the freedom of speech was paramount," commented Mr Pinto Balsemao.
He continued: "This principle of free circulation of ideas is now under threat...Allowing one member state to decide whether another country's programs, or the advertising which supports their production, meet their own version of 'general public interest', or their own interpretation of what is offensive to religious or political beliefs, or racially or sexually discriminating, can only stifle freedom of expression."
Mr Pinto Balsemao then highlighted the possible repercussions of proposed EU restrictions on content carried on European-hosted websites. "Put starkly: if the directive went into law as originally proposed it would place controls on website material emanating from within the European Union. But if that same material came from another continent it could be viewed and used openly and freely. Does that make sense? It would be an encouragement to website owners to go off-shore."
He added: "The problem -- and it's a tricky one -- is that when you look at some websites it is difficult to define what is and is not an online newspaper, what is and is not a TV channel. As your TV plays more video recordings, as your PC plays live TV, which is which? So when we hear regulators talking about rules to control what we might upload to the web we become very uncomfortable, because we view the web as a medium of free expression more akin to publishing than broadcasting."
Privacy, transparency and market access
As the European regulators continue their deliberations, other emerging trends in the industry are also raising regulatory perspectives. In the session entitled 'Live from a bedroom near you' on user-generated content, Andrea Mezzasalma, Head of Internet, TV and Radio Measurement at TNS, said the accuracy and uniqueness of the personal activity data that could now be generated was actually starting to limit its usage.
"Up until recently you could strip away the demographic data, the name and address of your respondents and there was no problem," he said. "Is that the case now? Probably not. The data now is so rich that if it came into the hands of someone who knows you, they could effectively reconstruct who you are. Think, for example, of travel data measured with GPS for outdoor media. You just can't anonymise that data. You need to aggregate it in some way before giving it to third parties."
Another interesting idea that arose during the summit was that the type of transparent reporting required by capital markets regulators might now start to emerge in the consumer arena, thanks to online scrutiny. During her presentation on Lifestyle Media, Deborah Bothun, Partner and Global Convergence Leader with PricewaterhouseCoopers, commented: "Our own global survey told us that 'trust in the service provider's ability to provide a reliable service' is at the top of the list when making provider choices ... Capital Markets have imposed transparency on the financial reporting and information sharing of public entities -- and now blogging and other online communications are doing the same for consumer products and customer service."
The imposition of regulatory barriers has never sat easily with the innovative and customer-focused mindset of the Entertainment & Media industry. Concerns over the impact of the EU's Television with Frontiers Directive reflect underlying worries that old-media restrictions may stunt the development and growth of Europe's new generation of leading-edge services. But the type of transparency envisaged by Ms Bothun suggests a more appropriate form of regulation for the digital age -- one based on opening up visibility rather closing down companies' options. It remains to be seen which type of regulation ultimately wins out.
Find out more about the European Media Leaders Summit 2006 at www.euromedialeaders.com. Or contact: Alex Maclean, Marketing Manager, Global Entertainment & Media practice, PricewaterhouseCoopers. Phone (44-20) 7804-3421; email: email@example.com.


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By: Derick Dallas
Great, we have another UFO conspiracy nut in Linthicum – queue The X-Files theme now - not quite. The visitors I speak of are living amongst us already. Some probably long before homo sapiens ever walked the earth. Some we notice, some we may not. Some live with us every day. At least in my house, unfortunately for my wife, Kelly. These denizens are of the six and eight-legged varieties. Most are harmless and some can even be beneficial. Some are considered pests. Some are quite nasty.
As most boys growing up we had a common curiosity with the creatures we spied in the air, on the ground, and those that were hidden. Most, as we get older, grow out of this interest. Then some of us, such as myself, still harbor this curiosity. I was curious enough to the point of considering a career in insects. I enrolled in classes of Entomology, Zoology, Microbiology, and Macrobiology. I still on occasion use my childhood microscope. When considering a career, thoughts of spending my time in deserts and rainforests, contracting rare diseases, and naming an insect after myself didn't really push my desire in that direction. So I am an amateur at best.
Let's start with the ones that we find in our homes. The Long Bodied Cellar Spider (Pholcus phalangioide) is an extremely long legged, small tannish to yellow bodied spider that you can usually find living in the corners anywhere in your home. When you do find them you will usually find the carcasses of its victims below its web first. In my house it is mostly ants and the occasional pill bug or as its also known, a roly polie. They will usually spend their entire lives living in that corner if undisturbed. When threated they will vibrate their web making it sometimes hard to see them. They are extremely harmless.
Also living in corners can be another more threatening looking spider. For someone who has studied spiders this one can still fool you. The False Black Widow (Steatoda grossa) is a small black or dark brown spider you will commonly find in your home and outdoor structures. It likes to have a hiding spot and will present itself when it detects prey. It is almost similar in size to the Black Widow but has a more oval abdomen and lacks the noticeable red hourglass markings that her sister possesses. They can live up to six years and unfortunately can still give a painful bite, although rarely severe.
You will also find in your home a small brown oblong beetle called a Click Beetle (family Elateridae). When the beetle is touched, picked up, or threatened, it falls on its back and plays dead. It then will sometimes bend its head and thorax forward, hooking a spine into a notch on the abdomen. When the spine is released, it makes a click, and the beetle hurls itself into the air. The picture I included is an actual beetle of the same family I found in my back yard. Although it's common name is Eastern-Eyed Click Beetle (Alaus oculatus). It is much larger at about two inches. Neither of these bugs wish to be in your house and are harmless. They eat mostly dying and dried vegetation.
Another insect we all find, especially in this time of year, is the Woolly Bear Caterpillar (Pyrrharctia Isabella). Its colors will vary greatly from all black, bright rust, or a banding of both colors. This leads to the myth that they are predictors of our winter weather to come. You are better with reading the Farmer's Almanac for your weather predictions. If you search hard, you will find multiple variations of it's coloring through-out the same fall season. After they hibernate they will transform themselves into an Isabella Tiger Moth. Their color will be mostly a pale orange with some dark spots. On occasion some species of the caterpillar will transform themselves into a Giant Leopard Moth. If you are lucky to discover one of these creatures, they are quite beautiful. Mostly white with black circles and spots on their wings. The wings can hide a bright reddish-black body. A true treasure.
I've saved our nastiest for last. These two creatures of the dark are truly dangerous. One more so than the other. Both can inflict pain and agony upon the recipients of their bite. Both like to hide in dark places such as work gloves, garden gloves, and yard shoes left out on our porches. So when putting on these items shake, bang, slap, or scrunch them up really well.
Let us start with the Brown Recluse (Loxosceles reclusa). Some experts will say that these predators of the dark are not native to Maryland. They are mostly found in our southern mid-western states. I can tell you from a personal experience that landed me in the ER that "They're here". They are thin legged and small bodied. Roughly the size of a quarter. They can be mistaken for many of our harmless Funnel Weaver spiders. The Brown Recluse has only six eyes not eight. Upon closer inspection (while deceased) you can usually see a violin shaped marking on the back of its cephalothorax. This gives them the nickname "fiddle back spider". My assassin had hidden itself in my yard work overalls. It had bitten me twice. One bite was a defensive bite. The other bite, on my inner thigh, was the bite where I was "dosed". Upon discovery of my bites I thought it was that pesky mosquito. The first bite vanished without fanfare. The "dosed" bite progressively grew worse to where Neosporin was not working. I developed a fever and needed professional medical attention for my wound. The spiders venom is considered hemotoxic. This disrupts blood clotting by destroying red blood cells and causes skin deterioration. A pesky little fella huh?
Now for our most sinister looking Md resident but not nearly as dangerous. The Southern Black Widow (Latrodectus mactans). This little lady we speak of lives on almost every continent except Antarctica. She is pitch black with the ever noticeable bright red hourglass marking on the underside of her abdomen. She is about the size of a nickel to a quarter. It has always been speculated that her common name was derived from the act of consuming the male species after mating. This mostly happens because all spiders are cannibalistic. The male of the species is much, much, smaller and unfortunately much slower. So who's hungry?! Her venom is a potent neurotoxin. Her bite can cause pain in the chest and abdomen, sweating, fever, vomiting, and extreme pain at the bites site. A bite from the Black Widow is rarely deadly. Allergic reactions and/or multiple bites are where occurrences have proven fatal. It is important to remember that if you believe you have been bitten by either spider, you should seek medical attention. Factors such as, age, health, and bite location could seriously impact your body's reaction to the toxins. Make sure to use caution this autumn season when performing leaf cleanup, tidying up the shed, retrieving firewood from the pile, and even moving rocks and garden edging.
So to borrow some wisdom from the iconic horror king Vincent Price on Alice Cooper's song "The Black Widow" – "…If I may put forward a slice of personal philosophy, I feel that man has ruled this world as a stumbling demented child-king long enough! And as his empire crumbles, my precious Black Widow shall rise as his most fitting successor!"


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More often than not, the businesses which we support have offices in London, not too far from Shoreditch. This means that we have a confident understanding of the IT requirements of local companies.
If you're looking at reviewing your IT provider, Online Support are ISO & Microsoft certified – so you can have peace of mind knowing that your systems are in capable hands. You can give us a call on 0208 232 1190.
Relocating your business to or from Shoreditch?
An increased number of businesses are deciding to move closer towards Shoreditch. If you too have made this decision then your IT systems will need to be moved securely and with the utmost attention. We can provide engineers out of hours to ensure that no downtime is endured during your office move.
After your move, we'll always be available if you encounter any issues.
IT Support in Shoreditch for Growing Businesses
Do you run a small or medium sized business? You don't have to employ workforce in an IT department, or spend valuable time managing IT infrastructure equipment yourself. Online Support has special SME IT support packages in Shoreditch to support, upgrade and optimise your IT infrastructure.
We can take your IT requirements under our care, whilst you focus on the most important aspects of your business. We can also provide strategic guidance and quick on-site management and interventions when required.
We provide an all-inclusive IT support service for a flat monthly fee. Our service contracts are transparent, with simple payment structures and industry leading Service Level Agreements.
Our managed IT service support in Shoreditch can help your business become leader in your marketplace. You get faster issue resolutions, proactive, preventative risk management, and top advice from qualified experts; and save money too.
Some Benefits of fully managed IT support for SMBs in Shoreditch:
- IT service desk
- Dedicated account manager
- Smart, proactive network monitoring
- First and second line support, plain-language communication (no jargon)
- Highly trained IT support staff
- 24-7 server and device monitoring
- Backup checks and notification every day
- Anti-virus management
At Online Support, our IT managed service is centred around providing excellent customer service combined with great insight, cutting-edge and reliable technology. This makes us the clear choice as your IT support partner in Shoreditch.
Reliable Technology Solutions
Our depth of knowledge and investment in our support infrastructure gives us the ability to deliver exceptional, personalised services. From flexible IT support to complete monitoring and maintenance of your IT infrastructure, you can trust Online Support to provide managed IT services for your business.
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Comprehensive IT support Services in Shoreditch- Your Safety Net
Our clients' expectations have never been higher. When your IT operations fail, your reputation suffers. Consider the cost of incomplete orders, broken communications, and inaccessible websites. Nothing makes your competitors happier than when customers turn to them for alternative solutions.
At Online Support, our Microsoft certified engineers ensure that this will never be the case. With a 24-hour online support service and the option of on-site maintenance, we have a dedicated team to cover your IT needs. We can handle your first-line of support and work with second and third-line in-house. The choice is up to you. Be assured, with Online Support, your IT woes are in the past.
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Cloud and Connectivity; built to deliver
Whether you want a secure private cloud, public or hoping to achieve a fine mix of both with a hybrid cloud platform, picking the right cloud service is essential to business. It reduces costs by boosting service agility and accessibility.
At Online Support, before you make a choice, our engineers provide much-needed guidance to make your decision a properly informed one. They have experienced professionals with unbiased views who will recommend providers most suitable for your business.
Online support is an IT support provider operating in Shoreditch; we offer 24-7 support through our managed services team. Our transformational services make sure your cloud migration process is a smooth one.
Take your IT infrastructure to the cloud and watch your business processes take off ahead of your competitors.
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Data that is important to you must be kept safe.
If your documents, finance records, HR information, design software, personal customer information, and programmes were destroyed due to accidents, disaster, burglary, or professional negligence it could prove disastrous to your business. There are hefty fines for data breaches, not to mention the damage to your business reputation.
Our cloud backup is dependable, flexible, highly secure and user-friendly. We can run an initial demo with some preliminary data to show you how it works. It will run silently in the background until you need it, making it a fully effective, non-interfering and inexpensive system your company can rely on.
IT Network Installation
You needn't worry about cables, hardware, and service downtime.
Installing a network is a major project and requires some up-to-date skills and experience. It a task is allocated to the wrong person, it could significantly affect your whole company, inhibit productivity or lead to loss of data.
Our Microsoft-trained professionals plan and structure every detail, covering network design, hardware resource, cable setup and thorough detail to get your networking operating more efficiently than before. All work is performed in line with industry best practices by our in-house staff. Your business continuity is critical us; we remove all possibility of unnecessary downtime.
Our Specialist Industries
IT Solutions for the Finance Sector
At Online Support, we work with a good number of financial institutions; we understand the industry is heavily regulated, especially where people's financial and personal information are concerned. So we recommend the most suitable solutions with the FCA and EBA guidelines in mind.
We operate with a thorough data recovery structure in place to enhance business continuity and adhere to standard regulations.
Be assured our data centre is secure, safe and located in the UK.
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Having access to information on-the-go is not just a competitive edge for some businesses, but a pre-requisite. The real estate market is one of such practices. Estate agents need to have details of available property at their fingertips so they can provide to potential homeowners or renters with relevant information in real-time.
Our engineers are capable of synching your mobile devices to the office server for direct access to property details. Many real estate companies benefit from our IT support in Shoreditch.
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We understand how trapping and long uncomfortable contracts can be, so we give our clients the opportunity to take control of their service by offering flexible contracts.
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As someone who has been buying these titles since they debuted on the PSone, I'm thrilled to sit here today and tell you that WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010 isn't good -- it's great. For a while now, the THQ franchise has been putting pieces of greatness in every game -- Road to WrestleMania, the Highlight Reel, etc. -- but they've never come together. This year, enough pieces come together to get the most jaded fan off the couch and into the squared circle.
Are you ready for our video review?
If you've missed all the coverage on IGN, SVR 2010 is the latest installment in THQ's annual wrestling series. This time, you're getting 67 Superstars and Divas, a handful of match types, and a whole bunch of modes. Road to WrestleMania (the six story-driven, character-specific tales) is back, along with the Create-A-Superstar-honing Career Mode, and the ability to record match moments and edit them into a Highlight Reel.
Basically, all of the cool stuff from SVR 2009 has returned, but there's oh-so-much more.
The biggest thing WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010
has going for it this year is the fact that it's embracing its community. For years, fans like me have had to lurk on Internet message boards while sharing formulas for creating the ultimate version of heroes gone by. Those days are gone. Here, you'll be able to create characters, Highlight Reels that can double as entrance movies, as well as finishing moves and upload them to the SVR servers so that other people can download them, search for them by keywords, and rate them.
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Want to create a story about Jericho falling in love with the Bella Twins? CM Punk quitting the Straight Edge Lifestyle? Mark Henry missing Mae Young? All the pieces are here for you to create those epics.
You'll take these scenes and use them to set up matches on calendars that can last for up to 10 years. If someone gets wailed on in a scene before a match, you can go in and set the health for individual parts of the body. If you want a run-in, you can choose who will run in. If you want someone to lose by DQ or win by count out, you can set those stipulations so that the player knows what he or she needs to do. Every belt is available to put in a story and assigned to a given Superstar or Diva via the character select screen.
This is groundbreaking stuff, people. All of these stories -- whether they're one show or 10 years of WWE programming -- can be uploaded by the creator and downloaded by other players for free. This is an endless stream of free content to keep your grubby little mitts on your controller of choice. This means that all the storylines you wish would happen in the WWE or that you see happen on TV can now become a videogame reality.
When I was writing out Create-A-PPV plans in my high school notebook, this is what I was dreaming about.
Of course, there are hitches to this mode. For starters, you can only use Created Superstars 10 times in a given story. Mind you, that's not 10 different Superstars; that's 10 appearances by a given hero. Maybe your one CAS is in five matches and five scenes, but you get just those 10 slots. Toss in a second CAS, and the number begins dropping even faster. Personally, I don't get why this restriction exists because I know how many of you were dying to take your cast of created crazies and insert them into tales all their own -- and I know I was excited to give Gruesome Greggy's BYWF counterparts some limelight -- but it is what it is. It sucks, but it doesn't overshadow how awesome it's going to be to take any of the 67 Superstars/Divas, as well as a handful of NPCs, and put them into plays written and directed by you.
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Time to learn their six times table! Florida's first surviving sextuplets mark new milestone as they start kindergarten
Daily Mail Reporter
19:33 GMT, 21 August 2012
20:58 GMT, 21 August 2012
Florida's first surviving sextuplets marked a new milestone yesterday as they spent their first day at kindergarten.
The Byler 'Six Pack', who comprise of brothers Brady, Eli, Ryan, Jackson, Charlie and their sister MacKenzie, started at Double Branch Elementary School near their home in Wesley Chapel.
Their parents, Karoline and Ben, who also have another daughter, Zoe, nine, admitted that it was a frantic morning getting the almost five-year-old siblings ready for their first day of classes.
Milestone: The Byler sextuplets, who turn five in a few days' time, on their first day at kindergaten. From front: Charlie, Brady (blue backpack), Ryan (top right), Eli (yellow straps), Mackenzie (in pink) and Jackson (back)
Mrs Byler told the Tampa Bay Times that she woke at 7am to have her brood ready for the four-minute drive to school.
'I didn't have time to cry,' she admitted.
The six youngsters were initially due to be split into a different class for each, but, Mrs Byler explained, 'that would
have been a nightmare for me.'
Instead, the sextuplets will be divided across two classes, and the teachers have agreed to co-ordinate homework assignments to relieve the pressure on their mother and father.
Getting up to mischief: The sextuplets pictured in January at the age of four
Six pack: The babies' birth made headlines in September 2007, as Florida's first surviving sextuplets
The sextuplets were conceived with the help of
fertility treatment and Mrs Byler had been on bedreast for almost a month before the birth.
Heavily pregnant: Karoline Byler in July 2007 with daughter Zoe, as she awaited the sextuplets' birth
The babies made headlines when they were successfully
delivered by caesarian section on September 1 2007.
They weighed between two and three
pounds each, and all were healthy with the exception of Charlie, who
needed some extra medical care after the birth.
Now, clearly well practised in caring for seven children, Mrs Byler also revealed her preparations
for the first day of school. A typically trying time for any mother, it
seems her stresses were multiplied too.
As well as having to buy crayons, scissors, backpacks and school clothes for her five sons and two daughters, there was also the logistical nightmare of fitting in a total of 16 medical appointments before term started.
Luckily, she managed to save a fortune on back-to-school clothes, spending just $150 thanks to keen couponing, a 90per cent discount on the boys' shirts and savvy outlet shopping.
And thanks to her sharp organisational skills – and no doubt no-nonsense approach there was just one pre-kindergarten tantrum, with the Byler brood running just six minutes behind schedule on their first day.


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Sussex Retreat
8th – 10th NOVEMBER 2019
The 2019 weekend retreat is now sold out.
Please email me if you would like to go on the waitlist or to book for 6th - 8th November 2020
Join me on this luxury country retreat near historical Arundel, West Sussex, to unplug, reconnect and indulge. Brooklands Barn is beautifully restored 19th century converted barn with panoramic views of the Arun Valley, which is easily accessible from London and Brighton. The accommodation is incredibly spacious and hosts a swimming pool, sauna, treatment rooms, yoga studio and 10 bedrooms. There are plenty of places to hide away in and find peace and indulgence before Christmas.
This is not a detox retreat but a weekend of self reflection and self care set in the beautiful Sussex countryside. Yoga classes and a delicious plant based menu will be included to set you up for a nourishing weekend of relaxation and indulgence. This amazing environment offers beautiful surroundings and a sanctuary to truly unwind. There will be a range of yoga classes for all levels of students throughout the weekend and you may do as many or as little as you like. Take a look around the property here.
FRIDAY – Full use of the house, gardens, pool and sauna will be available from 4pm. There will be an evening Yoga Class followed by dinner.
SATURDAY – Yoga will take place before breakfast. You'll then have time to rest and explore before a big hearty lunch. You will have plenty of time to relax or take a trip into Arundel before a gentle evening yoga class. We'll join together for dinner during the evening, but there are plenty of lounges and areas to sneak away to after should you fancy a quieter vibe.
SUNDAY – Breakfast will be available after yoga. We'll have plenty of time to relax in the morning and enjoy a large lunch before departing early afternoon
I am delighted to be joined by Gem from Gem's Wholesome Kitchen once again to provide you with plant based deliciousness. All food and snacks will be included and I guarantee you will not be disappointed.
Shared triple room with shared ensuite bathroom from £369
Shared twin room with shared bathroom £379
Shared twin room with ensuite bathroom from £389
Limited single supplements are available on request
If you're coming alone I'll be sure to room you up with someone fantastic.
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I really hope that you can join me on this very special retreat and don't forget to take a look at all the amazing things that Brooklands Barn has to offer www.brooklandsbarn.co.uk If you would like to bring a non-yogi for the weekend please get in touch as I can offer a discount.
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Robbery by Sudden Snatching
There is a special type of Robbery crime called Robbery by Sudden Snatching. This is a very serious criminal offense. The crime of Robbery by Sudden Snatching occurs when someone takes money (or other property of value) from the alleged victim's person with the intent to permanently or temporarily deprive that person of their money or property, when in the course of the taking, the alleged victim was or becomes aware of the taking. Florida Criminal Statute 812.13.
For example, if someone stole an old lady's purse and while trying to take the purse, the woman felt the purse being removed and tried to hold onto it or started swinging it at the accused robber. Just knowing about the robbery is enough, the old lady would not have to swing her purse for the crime of Robbery by Sudden Snatching to have occurred, it is enough if she just knows she is being robbed.
In order to prove this charge, the prosecutor does not have to prove that the offender used force beyond the force necessary to take the money or property from the alleged victim or that the alleged victim resisted or was injured.
Just like Robbery, the facts of the case and whether a weapon or firearm was used makes a huge difference in the penalties for this crime.
If during the course of committing the robbery by sudden snatching, the arrested person carried a firearm or deadly weapon, then it is a 2nd degree felony punishable by up to 15 years in Florida state prison and a $10,000.00 fine! This is a Level 7 offense under the felony Guidelines and scores 56 points which means a mandatory prison sentence. Level 10 is the highest level under the guidelines.
If during the course of committing the robbery by sudden snatching, the arrested person carried a no firearm or other deadly weapon, then it is a 3rd degree felony punishable by up to 5 years in Florida state prison and a $5,000.00 fine! Under the Sentencing Guidelines, it is a Level 5 offense and scores 28 points as a primary offense.
The crime of Robbery by Sudden Snatching also qualifies an arrested person to be characterized as a:
- Prison Release Reoffender
- Habitual Violent Felony Offender
- 3 Time Violent Felony Offender
- Violent Career Criminal
Under Florida Statutes 775.082 and Florida Criminal Statute 775.084. This can increase the penalties, require a mandatory Florida state prison sentence, and the maximum prison time an arrested person maybe sentenced to significantly.
Under the statute, the firearm or deadly weapon qualifies for the enhancement to a 2nd degree felony if carried prior to, contemporaneously with, or subsequent to the taking of the property if it is a part of the series of events that constitute the Robbery by Sudden Snatching.
There is also a separate crime for Robbery (Florida Criminal statute 812.13) which can carry even more severe penalties than Robbery by Sudden Snatching.
You need to speak to call me immediately, an experienced criminal defense attorney, that can fight for you in court when facing a such a serious felony criminal charge as Robbery by Sudden Snatching before you go to criminal court.
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Crossroads GPS has purchased $20,000 worth of online advertising in support of Rep. Larry Bucshon, R-Ind., according to a forthcoming news release shared first with CQ Roll Call.
The GOP super PAC's buy is likely meant to bolster Bucshon's re-election; some Republicans speculate that the two-term incumbent could face a primary challenge in 2014.
The advertisement will appear on Facebook, as a pre-roll ad on YouTube and on other online sharing sites. The issue spot thanks Bucshon for supporting the Save American Workers Act, which would restore the "40-hour workweek."
The race is rated Safe Republican by Rothenberg Political Report/Roll Call.
CQ Roll Call reported in June that Bucshon could face a primary challenge, and the Club for Growth features Buchson on its "Primary My Congressman" webpage.


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Living in Jackson Hole, we have limited amounts of fresh vegetables available in the winter. Unless you canned all fall, chances are you are eating a lot of carbohydrates and meat, supplementing with half the amount of vegetables you eat in the summer.
It is still important to nourish our bodies with green foods in the winter. I know there is nothing less appetizing than a salad in the dead of winter, especially when it is -20 F outside. I have found that eating kale is a happy medium between the cold salad and the slightly boring, but hot, root vegetable.
I have a friend who was once a raw eater and told me how difficult it was to sustain physically during the winter months. She felt undernourished and was constantly freezing. I believe that California is a great place to be a raw foodie exclusively year-round, but not here; however, raw food holds great nutritional value. Fresh juices and recipes such as this one should be consumed regularly for optimum health. I try to juice four times a week and eat a salad, such as this, three times a week.
For lunches and dinner, I have a slight addiction: raw kale salad. There are virtually thousands of combinations for this dish. Choose your favorite toppings and go for it! Here is the most recent version I made. After one bite, my husband asked, "Can we have this, like, everyday?"
Kale continues to top charts for healthiest foods you should be eating now. Its various health benefits include:
- Low calorie
- High fiber
- High vitamins K, A, C, magesium
- High in caretenoids/flavonoids=Anti-cancer/Eye Health
- Lowers cholesterol
- 1 bunch finely chopped kale, stems removed (lucinato is easiest to work with)
- 1/2 cup pistachios, chopped
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1 large shallot, finely sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese *optional
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/8 cup dark balsamic vinegar
- Mix kale, pistachios and raisins in a bowl with oil and vinegar.
- Saute shallot in olive oil until extra crispy.
- Add to mixture and toss well.
- Leave out at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Eat when leaves have wilted to your desired consistency.
- If you like a grain, you may add to pasta or quinoa.
- You can leave this salad in the fridge overnight and it will only get better with time!
- This is a great potluck dish year-round.
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We are planning a new longitudinal study to start in August 2018 in secondary school. We will join our forces and led by three PIs Sanna Järvelä, Hanna Järvenoja and Jonna Malmberg together with a great group of post-docs and PhD students we aim to tackle how to make invisible complex cognitive, motivational, and emotional learning processes visible for people to help and support them in regulating themselves to learn and function more effectively. Our international collaboration with Professors Paul Kirschner, Allyson Hadwin and Roger Azevedo and their research teams continues. More exciting news to report soon.
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DVD Review: SIREN
Lionsgate will be releasing its new supernatural thriller Siren on March 22nd on DVD. The film has a great story about the mythological character which finds a group of friends out boating who find a young girl needing help who actually turns into their worst nightmare. She is a Siren, a sea nymph who lures people in by her sweet singing mariners to destruction on the rocks surrounding her island.
Siren stars Anna Skellern (The Descent Part 2), Tereza Srbova (Ink Heart), Eoin Macken (The Tudors), Anthony Jabre who all make this film really fun to watch. It's not a great movie but it does have its creepy moments and just a touch of special effects and blood, which as a horror fan I always love plenty of blood. The DVD has a running time of 80 minutes which is just right for a film like this.
Special Features: Deleted Scenes
Bottom line is go RENT this cool supernatural thriller when it drops on DVD on March 22nd.
In desperate need of a weekend away from the busy city, a group of friends escape to the coast in search of relaxation. Instead, they find themselves in grave danger after one of them spots a sultry young woman in need of help on one of the islands off the coast. The friends don't know it, but they are risking their very lives for this seductive stranger.


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As the national movement supporting the voice of people with an intellectual disability and their families for inclusion, CACL leads the way in helping Canadians build an inclusive Canada. We do this by strengthening families, defending rights, and transforming communities into places where everyone can belong.Learn more
Have you or your children ever been asked to a swimming or skating party? What about joining a pottery or yoga class with a friend? How about attending a learning workshop on technology? All of these examples are wonderful opportunities to actively participate with others.
CACL is the only national organization that works solely on behalf of people with an intellectual disability and their families. We are committed to ensuring people with an intellectual disability realize the rights to which they are entitled to under the UN Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities.


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The main role of a Congressman is service – more specifically, constituent service. My office offers a variety of constituent services which includes: tours, flag requests, congressional internships, congressional recognitions, service academy nominations, constituent letters, town halls and constituent casework.
Among our excellent staff, we have a number of individuals who specialize in casework. If you are unable to get an answer from a federal agency in a timely manner or feel like you have been treated unfairly, my office caseworkers may be able to resolve the problem or get you the information that you need.
To make these services more accessible, our district staff holds mobile office hours throughout Minnesota's Sixth District. While I will not be at these events, my staff will be able to help you! To fill out a form to get the process started, click here.
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OLAM is the technology-enabled logistics platform solution for the mall-based retailer. It offers consumers a convenient, cost effective, same-day purchase availability option with a "drive up, pick up" service at their local mall. OLAM allows retailers to leverage both their online and physical sales channels, catering to today's consumer habits, eliminating inefficient fulfillment costs and increasing sales.
Innovation Leader - 10 startups aiming to change shopping online and off, from retail accelerator XRC Labs


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Djerriwarrh is a large listed investment company with the majority of its funds invested in ASX Top 50 stocks. The company employs a covered call option strategy over part of its portfolio. This generates extra income, but also caps some of the upside from owning stocks over the long run. It's not a strategy we find appealing.


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THE UNSEEN, an original creation for the (UN)SCENE ART FAIR, March 4-8 (Armory Arts Week) at 549 W 52nd Street, is a site-specific augmented reality installation which reveals the space as it existed in its raw form before being built out for exhibition. With the creation of a new mobile app which uses image-recognition, and geo-locational technology to load different kinds of media directly to people's smartphones, we open up spatiotemporal possibilities for dance and place it in the hands of the spectator - effectively transfiguring the space into a living archive, investigating ideas of mediation, memory and space. Part time-capsule, part platform, part memorial, this participatory installation can challenge the way we think about time- and site-specificity. Innovation has changed the way that art, both visual and performance-based, is located, experienced and documented. We endeavor to think about these possibilities not only in terms of dissemination on the internet, but also of alternative approaches to presenting work in communities and spaces outside of the naturally-evolved homes of performance.
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Earlier Event: February 22Technology" / "Hot Seat" at the DANCE NYC SYMPOSIUM
Later Event: March 9Juilliard in Aiken Performances


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This super-cool collection of poetry by the inimitable Laura Goldstein is hot of the press!
Poems by Laura Goldstein
©Laura Goldstein
Published in Goleta, CA
by Hex Presse in October 2008
in an edition of 100 copies
excerpt from the collection:
Books printed by a locally-owned print shop on high-quality recycled paper. Full-color cover, saddle stitched, hand-numbered, 32 pages. Available for $7 at the Hex Presse shop.
Laura Goldstein is a writer and text/sound artist living and working in Chicago. She currently teaches writing at Loyola University and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. She has an MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and an MA from Temple University. She went to Penn before that. Her sound and reading performances as well as installations have been exhibited in Philadelphia, Ireland, Chicago and Michigan. She's been published online in Otoliths, The Little Magazine, Great Works, MPRSND, Womb and PFS Post and in print in Combo, Dorothy's Elbow and XConnect.


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Interviews with
There are many people who make this area what it is that capture the uniqueness, and we felt compelled to share their stories with you through this series of interviews.
| Meet Mary Henderson
An Akumalian and Co-owner of Ixchel Boutique
|A Tale of Two Architects, Villa Orquidea 2009
by: Lydia Linton Pontius
|Armando Lorences
CEA's Turtle Protection Program Coordinator, April 2008
|Heart of the Turtles Not Just a Home
An Interview with Sue Beth Ban Dongen
|Lionfish Hunter Gynna Places First in Curacao
Meet Gynna
|Living with Intention - Meet Marti Johnston
by Kim Zanti
|Luciano Noh Tzul Retires
After many years as bartender at Lol-Ha
|Manuel Chan Trujeque
Manuel works reception at Hotel Akumal Caribe.
|Meet David and Nancy Poor
Onwers of Casa Romero Compound and Casa Delfin
|Meet Gerardo H. Dominguez
will be running the Buenos Aires Marathon October, 2008, and offered to use this event to fundraise for CEA
|Meet Gynna Sainz
March 2010
|Meet Kevin Graham, Costa Maya Living
Lydia Linton Pontius interviews Kevin about living in Mahahual and his Costa Maya Living business
|Meet Kevin McKee, AKA Redbeard
by Lydia Linton Pontius
|Meet Laura Bush Wolfe
Business owner and active resident of Akumal
|Meet Lazaro Colli Sanchez
Head Waiter at Lol-Ha Retires (October 2015)
|Meet Lucy Gallagher
Owner of Think Organik Boutique and Spa in Puerto Aventuras
|Meet Marcy Essy
Akumalian and Chair Person of the 4th Annual CEA Festival
|Meet Martha Alicia Chavez May 2009
By Sandy Bartosh
|Meet Painter, Raul Aparicio Reyes
Work on exhibit in Akumal
|Meet Richard and Cami Mazzola
Owners of Ak Nah Galeria in Akumal
|Modern Mayan Design December 2008
An Interview with Tony Gonzales, Architect and Owner of Dos Jaguares in Akumal Sur 12/2008
Hotel Akumal Caribe
On Akumal Bay, in the heart of Akumal.
Akumals unique bay with its clear, blue-green waters and glistening white sand beaches that never burn your feet is breathtaking, inviting and uncrowded. And its the safest bay for children of all ages. Nearby, in the tropical jungle are easily-accessible ruins of the mysterious Mayan civilization, which flourished centuries ago.


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#463: Echo and the Bunnymen, "Heaven Up Here" (1981)
My favorite scene from the movie High Fidelity takes place during a busy day at Championship Vinyl, a record shop owned by Rob (John Cusack) and staffed by Barry (Jack Black) and Dick (Todd Louiso). In the scene, the three characters are each given a moment to do what, for me, is the best part about being into music: they get to turn someone else on to a band they like. They each have their own methods. Rob, store owner, maintains a respectable distance by playing The Beta Band's Three EPs over the store's sound system. He scans the room, watching people slowly start to nod their heads. Dick, shy and soft spoken, awkwardly chats up a girl about Green Day and segues to a discussion of their influences, ultimately stopping with The Stiff Little Fingers. Finally, Barry aggressively drags a customer around the store piling records into his arms each time the man admits to not having heard something. After finding out the guy doesn't own Blonde On Blonde (RS500 #9), Barry hands him a copy and embraces him, assuring the customer that things are going to be OK. It is great. I suggest you watch it here.
I love how this scene depicts one version of discussions I've been having with my music-loving friends for decades. I know people who absolutely hate the way Dick and Anna immediately jump from Green Day to the Clash, as if those two entities can never touch. And for a long time I took issue with the idea that, somehow, the Jesus and Mary Chain picked up where Echo and the Bunnymen left off. After all, Echo dropped an album in 1997 and JMC did in 1998. It doesn't seem like the passing of a torch, does it? But what I am leaving out is that, until 1997, Echo was on indefinite hiatus and JMC, with a newer, sleeker sound, did put out two record albums, 1992's Honey's Dead and 1994's Stoned and Dethroned. Now, I've played those records and to me they don't have a single thing to do with Echo's big, soaring anthems. But it feels like I can engage this dialogue like I wold actual people.
Like the best talks about music usually do, the one in this scene clued me in to bands I'd never heard. And one of them was Echo and the Bunnymen. When this film was released in 2000, I'd certainly heard Echo songs. They feature prominently on both the Pretty in Pink and Lost Boys soundtracks. I loved both of those movies. So, yeah, Echo was around, but I wasn't paying attention. But Barry's manic insistence, his force when discussing music lineage, got me thinking. It planted a seed. Then, in 2001, I saw Donnie Darko, and that movie's use of Echo's "The Killing Moon" in its opening scene took me a step closer. Then, finally, around maybe 2003, either an uncle gave me a mix CD with "Villiers Terrace" on it or he gave the CD to my sister and I stole it from her, but either way once I heard that track it clicked, and Echo became a band that I really liked. It took time and I had to get pushed from a few different places, but I found my way to something good.
That same year, 2003, is when the original RS500 dropped. My dad saw a copy at the grocery and gave it to me. I was 22 and home from school for Christmas and, being home with little to do, I obsessed over it. I read every review twice, I circled albums I wanted to hear by bands that seemed interesting. The issue was especially important then because by 2003, I had reached peak snob. I was really into punk and hardcore and shows in basements. I am sure you know the type. If my present self sat at a table with my friends from 2003 I doubt I could keep up, so insular and specific was our world. The RS500 started to chip away at a lot of my pretensions and gave me context for not only the music I loved, but also the music I hated. And sometimes context is enough to make a Honky Chateau or At Budokan seem listenable. This was good, I needed to lighten up or I might have turned into someone like Barry...only I would have been so much worse.
The scene in High Fidelity is three minutes long. In that short time, the dialogue references Echo and the Bunnymen, the Jesus and Mary Chain, Bob Dylan, Green Day, the Stiff Little Fingers, the Beta Band, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Sigue Sigue Sputnik, Serge Gainsbourg, and Joni Mitchell. There are also clearly visible record covers from Bad Brains, the Mummies, Motorhead, and the Minutemen, and these are just the ones I can identify. It's hardly a 500-album compendium. But it stuck with me. I got a nudge. Maybe without it I don't vibe with "The Killing Moon" and maybe I'm not here right now typing this. It gets harder and harder to stay stoked on new tunes. So if you've heard something good, let me know. And if you see that Echo/JMC connection you'll have to enlighten me, because it doesn't make any sense at all.
—Steven Casimer Kowalski


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Daily Plugin – Maps, Mobile, Money and Maintenance
On today's Daily Plugin, Marcus Couch looks at plugins for Maps, Mobility, Menus, Money and Maintenance. Let's get plugged in!
On today's Daily Plugin, Marcus Couch looks at plugins for Maps, Mobility, Menus, Money and Maintenance. Let's get plugged in!
In the show we talk about the ten plugins that John installs on every client site and why simplicity is often the most difficult concept for clients to grasp. So pull up a chair, grab a cold one and join me in my conversation with John Overall.
In this episode of WordPress Weekly, I was joined by Marcus Couch and Matt Medeiros of Mattreport.com and founder of Slocumstudio.com. I threw out the show notes for this episode and instead, tapped into the collective knowledge of my guests to discuss the world of podcasting with WordPress. The first (more…)
All three contributing writers to WPTavern were able to be part of the first episode of WordPress Weekly for 2014. In this episode, we get you caught up on the headlines and give you our New Years resolutions. We had a great conversation about the launch of AppPresser and the (more…)
It's WPTavern's Industry Night #5 hosted by Marcus Couch and tonight we are engaged in conversation with David Cramer, the creator of My Shortcodes and Caldera Engine.
I've always been one to seek out those small little bridges of technology that can connect WordPress to the rest of the world. Roost is a good candidate for anyone who would like to push their content to an audience without the restrictions of having an app made. So pull up a chair, grab a cold one and join me in my conversation with Tim Varner of Roost.
WordPress Plugin authors like Evan Herman are my favorite kind of developers. He loves the WordPress community to a degree that when he gives his contact information, he always includes his WordPress.org user name! I would classify Evan as a "lunch bucket" type of developer. The kind of guy that (more…)
As everyone makes their way back from WordCamp SF, it's time to get back to business with another edition of The Daily Plugin. Today we've got a number of plugins worth taking a second look at. Remember that these plugins are not endorsements, reviews or even a thumbs up. They (more…)
It's once again time to check out the newest and most recently updated plugins in the WordPress Plugin Repository. Today we have five additions that are worth taking a closer look at. But before you install these on a live site, make sure that you properly test them on a (more…)
Once again we thank you for joining us in another edition of The Daily Plugin, where we lift the lid off of the WordPress Plugin Repository and take a peek at the newest and most recently updated WordPress Plugins. Remember to test your plugins on a staging site before going (more…)
TGIF friends! We've made it through another week of widgets, fields, posts and plugins. It's time to unwind with another installment of The Daily Plugin. We've got some really shiny new plugins to look at today in addition to some recent updates. The plugins listed represent a mere sampling of (more…)
Happy Tuesday everyone! It's time to dip into the pickle jar and pull out a fresh and crispy peck of plugins from the WordPress Plugin repository. As a reminder for those who are new to The Daily Plugin, we are merely mentioning these plugins as an introductory sampling of the (more…)


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Assuming all goes as planned, viewers will return to the Breaking Bad universe later this year with Better Call Saul, a spinoff centering on Bob Odenkirk's strip-mall lawyer, Saul Goodman. The show is, "by and large," a prequel, according to co-creator Vince Gilligan, and that means certain characters from Breaking Bad might show up for the new take on Saul. Mike Ehrmantraut, for instance.
"The character that springs to mind would be Mike," Gilligan told Entertainment Weekly about which Breaking Bad characters fit most easily into the Better Call Saul vision. "That would be a great deal of fun. I would say the sky's the limit, at least theoretically speaking."
Gilligan previously expressed his desire to see Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul on Better Call Saul, but it's easier to imagine Jonathan Banks returning as Mike, given his ties to Saul outside of the Walter White of it all. Still, Gilligan and his writers are more worried about cracking Saul as a lead character, and less so about cameos.
"He seems to be a character who is pretty happy with himself, especially when we first meet him," said Gilligan. "He seems to be a pretty happy-go-lucky guy, and that makes him everything that Walter White is not. And that also makes for tricky drama. When I say drama, even in a comedy, you want drama, you want tension and conflict, and a character that at heart seems at peace with himself is intrinsically undramatic."


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Alaska Blues Core grew out of the passion for the Blues, by 5 musicians, coming from different musical directions, from funk to jazz.....Everyone of them has at least 25 years experience in playing music, always trying to find the "special edge' in different styles and songs.
Barry Johnson on drums, drumming with a wide range of groups and styles in Alaska since 1982.
Karl Wilhelmi on bass, connected to jazz and a passion for the structure of music.
Gary Lamar on guitar, after playing for many years in different bands, gaining experience in live music, now back to the roots of the Blues.
"German" Mike Pielorz , addicted to the Blues for 50 years now, followed the British Blues invasion of Clapton, Peter Green and John Mayall. He brings this style out by string bending, a special tone and by concentrating on a soulful style with lots of feeling.
And last but not least , Kenny Blackwell on saxophone , flute and congas. With an outstanding voice and a great feeling for rhythm he knows how to get the connection with the audience.
These 5 guys have come up with their own style of Contemporary Blues , entertaining, full of musical highlights and a great way to bring out the rhythm to dance to!


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Photo shoot for designer Holly Phillips of The English Room; Capturing her One Room Challenge den - Featured by Gray Malin
Holly's maximalist style and fearless use of color made shooting this den, designed as a One Room Challenge, a feast for the eyes and a treat for me as the photographer. Our goal was to capture some overall shots of the den so that the viewer understood the layout and could see how the various art and texture play so well together. After getting great wider shots we went about the business of capturing some of the incredible details throughout. In our 6 hours or so together she graciously fed me top shelf snacks (take note designer's, this is a very important part of the design process), told me some of the history behind the den, and shared her thoughts on some of the pieces she had brought together in the room.
Holly grew up in this house. She remembers the den fondly as a place she gathered with her family. It was dark and cozy and came complete with an indoor grill (no longer in use, but a cool artifact nonetheless, and still present in the front corner under the lips art). She painted the walls and ceiling white but left the brick and beams in their original finish, which lends some texture to the clean white palette. Upon entering her home there is a gorgeous transition from the entry to the den; past the dining area and down a hall you are surrounded by molding and doors finished with a loud chartreuse high gloss lacquer that is the perfect complement to the banana leaf wallpaper. This bright hallway transports you into the den, where an always cool Mick Jagger waits to greet you from above an acrylic game table that is styled with books, more art, and candy colored game pieces. The velvet chartreuse Bernhardt sofa echoes the chartreuse entry and is big and cushy enough for a solid nap or a group movie session. The artists represented are almost too numerous to list, but here are the ones I managed to jot down: Gray Malin, Gina Julian, Charlie Hanavich, Maria Osorio Driscoll, Geraldine Neuwirth, Stephanie Henderson, Morgan Elvington Walker, and Virginia Scotchie.
Thanks to Holly for bringing me into this beautiful space and passionately telling me the story of each nook and cranny. I am not a writer and I am not doing the story justice with my writing, but I am especially grateful to Holly for exposing me to the work of the late Florence Broadhurst, whose designs are reflected in the Florence Broadhurst for Selamat Designs Cockatoo Chairs and the console table grounding the television. Holly peeked my interest and further reading revealed even more intrigue about Broadhurst. She was born in 1899, the daughter of a cattle rancher in the Australian outback, she worked as a performer, painter, dressmaker and designer, apparently under various names/identities. She reinvented herself and changed the course of her adventurous life more than a few times, and her whims led her to create a life in both China and England before returning to her native Australia. I have to wonder what it was like for her to make these travels in the early 20th Century (as I think she did most of this, at least initially, as a single woman).
These, and many other stories, find a home in Holly's carefully curated den. I admire the deep interest Holly has for each detail of this eclectic room. If you have a chance to ask her about any of her designs, she will light up as she tells you about it and you will leave the conversation with a list of new artists and inspirations to explore. Check out more of Holly's work and follow her progress in the upcoming Fall 2018 One Room Challenge as she renovates her kitchen.


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L'Abeille Sucree began 3 years ago in Montreal, Quebec by an American who longed for a taste of home. After living in Los Angeles and enjoying Sprinkles Cupcakes, Sweet Lady Jane cakes, Clementine Cafe cookies, this bee keeper's wife decided to start baking her beloved baked goods abroad.
Since then, L'Abeille Sucree |The Sweet Bee has combined classic American desserts with French sophistication.
In Jackson, I found a happy home at ALBA Coffee until its closure. Now I would like to bake directly for you.
My philosophy is simply that the finest, highest quality ingredients make the best desserts. I don't use artificial flavors or preservatives in my cakes, donuts or cookies. I prefer to use natural plant based food color and all natural sprinkles. Some of the other brands I use are Valhrona and Guittard chocolate, Maldon sea salt, and King Arthur Flour. It's quality you can taste.
I work in a private kitchen. I am also certified by the State of California as a registered food handler (License #1183503).
For any questions, please email me: firstname.lastname@example.com


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About Us
We are a family-owned business that has been operating for over 20 years! All of our blinds and chandeliers are proudly made in the USA! We thrive on anything hunting and customer satisfaction! We firmly believe in cultural values, family roots, loyalty, experience, strong work ethic and passion for our favorite hobbies - elements which make us very competitive in the hunting market!
We are nationally known for our Hunting Box Blind that is sure to appeal to a wide variety of hunting enthusiasts. These products include: Box Blinds, Towers, and additional Shooting Accessories. Our blinds have been featured in Cabela's, Bass Pro Shop, Sportsman Guide, Walmart, and several other well-known companies.
We also offer our luxurious Antler Decor Line, which consists of Whitetail horns, Moose, Ram Horn, and American Elk that are assembled to form unique chandeliers, lamps, and a variety of home decor to accent any room. These stylish products can bring rustic elegance to any home or office, adding a big boost in appeal for nature lovers. They are a great conversation piece and a beautiful display of outdoor beauty and warmth. Our chandeliers have been featured on HGTV, Tiny House, and Lowe's!
Please contact us to learn more about our products and give us the opportunity to supply you with some of the best and most customized hunting accessories on the market!
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Friday, April 24, 2009
Chapter 72: Confessions of a Control Freak
I hate money.
I am not good at managing it.
You know how in high school there was that one kid that was really smart but could never seem to get his or her projects done on time?
That was me.
I procrastinate on just about everything possible. Laundry? Down to my last pair of underpants. Dishes? Piled precariously in the sink. Dentist? What dentist? Bills?
I, the control freak, handed them over to Boy.
I consider myself to be a responsible person. Heck. I look after children for seven hours a day. I like to think that I'm fairly trustworthy and reliable person.
Except when it comes to paying bills. And because marriage is about choosing to be with a Real Person for the rest of his/her life, I had to be honest with Boy about that.
And in turn, be honest with you. Honesty was not always a part of my life. Years ago, when I first met Boy, I wasn't so honest. When I would back myself into a tight corner, especially if it dealt with money, I would lie.
In the Shopaholic series of books the protagonist, an otherwise successful girl, would max out her credit cards and then hide her bills. And as I read those books, my pulse would race. I would glance at the drawer in my room where I had hidden bills of my own. Shh.... if you can't see them, you don't have to pay them. Right?
Wrong, of course. So inevitably it would all catch up with me, and I would spin some story to get out of it. I was constantly on edge, but everything always seemed to work out.
Until Boy: one of the very few people in my life who saw right through me. And called me on it.
So I don't lie anymore. Really. Almost never, not even little white lies. I don't back myself into corners because I'm honest with Boy about who I am- who he's really marrying. I try to own my mistakes when I make them. I'm working hard to take on bill paying responsibilities (a personal quest!).
What's bugging me now is that I feel like if I have everything under control and I'm still being honest, things should be working out better. Maybe that's foolish. I'm a very lucky person, and I know that.
But this part of my life that is out of my control, the job part, the part that I love but isn't falling neatly into place... it's making me nervous again. And I can't even hide it away in a drawer.
6 comments:
- Crys said...
The lucky part is that you have a loving partner who will always be there to help you out. That's his job! And friends to support you too, of course. In a few years you will totally settle at a wonderful school district that realizes it is lucky to have you and pays you likewise. I know this to be true. :)
- April 25, 2009 at 12:40 AM
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- April 28, 2009 at 9:54 PM
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- April 28, 2009 at 9:54 PM
- Tiantian said...
Just thought I'd say hello. I love your blog. You have so many inspiration boards! I would love to know where some of the pictures, stuff are from. I'm also a Penn State grad, going for a philadelphia wedding. Top venues were pretty much the same ones as you, Celebrations(super cheap on a saturday afternoon but hate it), and Fonthill (pretty but expensive). After 5 months of engagement still no venue. Just depressed now, let me know if you have any advice.
- April 28, 2009 at 9:56 PM
- Tiantian said...
Totally just checked out our fiance's blog. My fiance is also 24 and a PSU IT grad working in IT consulting. We are in DC though.
- April 28, 2009 at 10:04 PM
- Sezzy said...
How funny! Thanks for stopping by!
You can find out where all of the pictures on the boards are from by going down to the carosel at the bottom of the page. Clicking on any board there will take you to Polyvore.
As far as reception venues go, we didn't spend long looking down here before we realized that we really wanted a PSU wedding. But we recently got a tempting flier from the William Penn Inn that looked nice. Try not to be discouraged!
- April 29, 2009 at 9:37 AM


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Hello! So here is another post on How to improve your English, just want to share some advise with you from my friend to help improve your English.
My English wasn't that good.. so I keep try different ways to build up my English speaking and writing.
There are a few ways to try out.
Phone Apps : Grammar
They have Beginner pack to Advanced With practice and test. You can try practice and than do out the test. I quite like this app and I think it really helps. Of cause must be consistent enough, everyday do practice and test. (click on the link to download the app)
Read Book
Reading book is one of the best solution actually. When you read a paragraph, you can see and understand from the words given, and if you are not sure about the words just google it. Start with the children books if you are still beginner or get some simple easy reading books from your local book store. It's easy! or can just get E book. Try to be consistent to read everyday. But remember, don't stop half way randomly. Try to finish reading one full passage. So that it's easy to remember where you stop at, and also you will remember the story better. Try to share with someone else the story you reading after finish one passage.
I have bought some books too, some recommends one like "Charlotte's Web", This is a interesting story book and I quite like it. "Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus" is a love story book, this is nice and it's also helps you to understand love life with men and women. And I love dogs a lot, so I went to buy "Bailey Story" and A Dog's Purpose".
Do Assessment
Get Assessment book to do and correct the answers, each time you correct learn from the mistake you did and practice again. Keep doing and you will get it.
The key word here is to read more, do more and you can get it. I'm trying very hard to read and be consistent.. well, it takes time.. just be consistent this is what I can advise you. Some people hate to read or some don't even read, like me is one of them.. but I can understand cause me myself don't really read a lot, but I try to read. Every day can just read one passage, get your favourite book and maybe you will be interested to read. Who knows? Just try it yourself :)!
Hope this helps you!


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