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The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. Habakkuk 2:20
Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.
Silence for reflection
He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross, so that, free from sins, we might live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed. Amen.
Lord, open our lips. *
And our mouths shall proclaim your praise!
Psalm 140
Deliver me, O LORD, from evildoers; *
protect me from the violent,
Who devise evil in their hearts *
and stir up strife all day long.
They have sharpened their tongues like a serpent; *
adder's poison is under their lips.
Keep me, O LORD, from the hands of the wicked; *
protect me from the violent,
who are determined to trip me up.
The proud have hidden a snare for me
and stretched out a net of cords; *
they have set traps for me along the path.
I have said to the LORD, "You are my God; *
listen, O LORD, to my supplication.
O Lord GOD, the strength of my salvation, *
you have covered my head in the day of battle.
Do not grant the desires of the wicked, O LORD, *
nor let their evil plans prosper.
Let not those who surround me lift up their heads; *
let the evil of their lips overwhelm them.
Let hot burning coals fall upon them; *
let them be cast into the mire, never to rise up again."
A slanderer shall not be established on the earth, *
and evil shall hunt down the lawless.
I know that the LORD will maintain the cause of the poor *
and render justice to the needy.
Surely, the righteous will give thanks to your Name, *
and the upright shall continue in your sight.
Lord, you keep constant guard over your faithful people. Protect us from hidden snares, deliver us from those who would seek to do us harm, and make us holy; that we may praise and bless your name and live in righteousness before you now and forever.
Glory to the Father and to the Son
and to the Holy Spirit; *
as it was in the beginning
is now and shall be for ever. Amen.
For those not receiving Evening Prayer emails, the lectionary OT & NT Lessons for today are Micah 3:9-4:5; Acts 24:24-25:12.
Luke 8:1-15
Soon afterwards he went on through cities and villages, proclaiming and bringing the good news of the kingdom of God. The twelve were with him,as well as some women who had been cured of evil spirits and infirmities: Mary, called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out, and Joanna, the wife of Herod's steward Chuza, and Susanna, and many others, who provided for them out of their resources.
When a great crowd gathered and people from town after town came to him, he said in a parable: "A sower went out to sow his seed; and as he sowed, some fell on the path and was trampled on, and the birds of the air ate it up. Some fell on the rock; and as it grew up, it withered for lack of moisture. Some fell among thorns, and the thorns grew with it and choked it. Some fell into good soil, and when it grew, it produced a hundredfold." As he said this, he called out, "Let anyone with ears to hear listen!" Then his disciples asked him what this parable meant. He said, "To you it has been given to know the secrets of the kingdom of God; but to others I speak in parables, so that 'looking they may not perceive, and listening they may not understand.' "Now the parable is this: The seed is the word of God. The ones on the path are those who have heard; then the devil comes and takes away the word from their hearts, so that they may not believe and be saved. The ones on the rock are those who, when they hear the word, receive it with joy. But these have no root; they believe only for a while and in a time of testing fall away. As for what fell among the thorns, these are the ones who hear; but as they go on their way, they are choked by the cares and riches and pleasures of life, and their fruit does not mature. But as for that in the good soil, these are the ones who, when they hear the word, hold it fast in an honest and good heart, and bear fruit with patient endurance.
Silence for reflection
In the morning, pray for:
the day and its tasks
the world and its needs
the Church and her life
Conclude with the Lord's Prayer and/or the following Collect:
Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Let us bless the Lord. *
Thanks be to God!


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My guide to the best things to do in Chiang Mai with just three days in the city. Chill, befriend an elephant and learn to make the perfect Pad Thai.Read More
Halong Bay is a rite of passage for backpackers to Southeast Asia. Do it in style (and with a gin & tonic fixed in your hand) on the best Halong Bay party boat cruise.Read More
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The year 1781 was a turbulent and dangerous time for settlers in Kentucky. Colonel Floyd tells of the difficulties and dangers that existed in what is now Jefferson County.
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The items we'll have available at the Japan Crate Store will be mostly ones featured in past crates.
So, if you really enjoyed a specific item that you got in a previous Japan Crate, Umai Crate, Doki Doki Crate, or Kira Kira Crate, make sure to check the Japan Crate Store, as there's a chance that it'll be featured there!
Of course, we'll also have available a number of items that were never included in our crates, and are exclusive to shops here in Japan. So please look forward to many exclusive snacks, candies, plushies, and much more!


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Alan Kelley
Alan Kelly grew up in North Lanarkshire and spent over 20 years road sweeping, litter picking, drain cleaning, and working in a tar factory. Throughout this time he fought a losing battle with alcoholism which contributed to the break up of his marriage. These experiences have formed the crux for the inspiration of his novels.


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Swimmers swap legs for a tail at mermaid classes in China
Chinese mermaid fans are getting a chance to live out their dream of swimming underwater like the mythical aquatic creature.
Dada Li, a professional diver in the southern city of Guangzhou, teaches more than 100 adults and children how to wear a colourful monofin tail, hold their breath and dive underwater like a mermaid.
"I love being a mermaid, so I was sure that there were other little girls who had dreams of being one," said Li, who began offering lessons a year ago after joining a mermaid troupe at one of China's largest indoor aquariums.
Interest in mermaids has grown since Hong Kong director Stephen Chow's comedy "The Mermaid" hit movie screens earlier this year, said Li.
The odd-ball romantic comedy about a businessman property developer who falls in love with a mermaid sent to assassinate him has broken Chinese box office records in 2016.
"The Mermaid has definitely made many people realise the concept of a mermaid and people can dress up as mermaids. After the movie's success I heavily promoted my courses," said Li.
Li, a former logistics worker who turned to diving in 2012, said she offers wannabe mermaids and mermen a one-to-three day course costing between 1,400 yuan ($201) and 4,000 yuan ($575) in the cities of Guangzhou and Shenzhen.
Huang Xiaying, 24, who was one of Li's first students, is now a regular mermaid performer at an aquarium.
"When I'm in the water I feel at peace and when I'm with animals I'm very happy," she said. "Being able to swim with so many different types of sea-creatures, it makes me feel relaxed and very comfortable."


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I design and create my handcrafted silver jewellery working from my cosy converted attic studio in stunning St Ives Cornwall. Jewellery making is my passion and inspiration comes naturally when living in such a beautiful place. There is nothing more rewarding than creating a unique piece of lovely handmade silver jewellery from a simple length of silver wire or piece of silver sheet.
I design jewellery to be worn all day everyday. Simple but elegant, individual and unique but affordable.
I am a member of The Guild of Jewellery Designers
All my jewellery is hand forged from finest quality 925 sterling silver or fine silver, using a range of specialist silversmithing techniques. Occasionally I add rose gold filled charms or accents to my designs for an interesting contrast to the silver. Gold filled is when a thick layer of gold is bonded to a base material. It is more expensive, durable and far superior to gold plated and will not tarnish or wear off.
Designed for modern simplicity I use contrasting textured and smooth finishes that reflect the light creating sparkle and shine. Each piece is hand polished and tumbled to give extra strength, durability and shine.
Many of my items are hand hammered and stamped so may vary slightly in finish but this is a part of the individuality of a handcrafted product and what makes your piece of jewellery unique.
A unique piece of handcrafted sterling silver jewellery makes a lovely gift for any occasion; special birthday gifts and anniversaries, elegant wedding jewellery and classic bridesmaids gifts. Why not make that special gift more meaningful by choosing a personalised item.
Many items in the collection are designed to wear together and you save 10% on the overall price when two or more items are bought from the same collection.
All my jewellery comes Gift packaged with a 'handmade for you in St Ives Cornwall' tag for you to add your own message.
Quality and confidence in my jewellery is important to me and in accordance with the Hallmarking Act all pieces over 7.78g are hallmarked with my unique makers mark at the London Assay Office . Hallmarked jewellery is your assurance of silver quality and purity.
You are guaranteed to receive a genuinely unique piece of handcrafted silver jewellery that you will want to wear over and over again.
Customer service and satisfaction is a priority for me and I am always ready to advise and assist with your purchase. A no quibble money back guarantee offers you peace of mind and risk free online shopping.
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WGSN discovers: Almaty Fashion Week, Kazakhstan
May 23, 2019 | By Alice Gividen
Jan 14, 2009
By WGSN Insider
The store's tagline, "Denim on Tap," says a lot about this small boutique on Montana Avenue. With more than 40 brands of denim for both men and women, the selection is just one reason to spend some time in this cozy shop. Modeled after a New Orleans pub, the main fixture in the store is a long wooden bar covered in the latest styles from William Rast, AG and Joe's Jeans.
1409 Montana Ave
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Share Branching
Share Branching is a convenient service that we offer to our members. Transactions may be done on your FPFCU account, at participating Credit Unions around town. It's as simple as providing proper identification and filling out a short form to document the transaction. Here is a list of the services that are offered:
Cash personal checks drawn on the Credit Union up to $200
Cash payroll checks
Make deposits and payments to your Credit Union accounts
Purchase travelers checks, money orders and amusement park tickets
Apply for loans (application will be faxed back to us for approval)
* Second-party checks are not accepted *Withdrawls from your account are unavailable
Share Branching Locations:
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*3306 N Clinton St.
*4705 Illinois Rd. Suite 1
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*1320 E. Creighton Ave. (In police station)
*907 E. Tillman Rd.
*City County Building Room B32
*104 Lincoln Highway West
AnyTime Line
Need account information during non-business hours? Try our AnyTime Line, a 24-hour automated telephone system where you can check your balance, hear your history, and transfer money. Call locally at 260-632-5705 or toll-free long distance at 1-877-632-9805. Click here for a call guide.
Money Orders / Cashier Checks
Money orders are available at both offices. The cost is $2.00 per money order and the maximum dollar amount is $1,000.00 each. Purchase them with cash or right out of your account. (In a continuous effort to maintain the security of thier money orders, MoneyGram has a anticounterfeiting feature on all money orders.)
Cashier checks are also available. The cost is $3.00 per check unless the check is written to you. Cashier checks can be issued in any amount.
Pre-Paid Gift cards
Financial Partners sells pre-loaded gift cards and reloadable cards. Here are some of the benefits you could recieve: Use where credit and debit cards are accepted. Use online or over the phone. Spend only what is loaded on the card to help manage spending. Travel cards are secure with chip technology. Funds are held separate from your FPFCU accounts. Your card and the money on it are replaceable if lost or stolen. Re-load for free with direct deposit. Higher spending limits than debit cards. Travel and Reloadable cards can be used outside of the US. If you have a Financial Partners FCU pre-paid gift card or reloadable card you can manage your card here.
Note: Gift cards require a $3.00 activation fee and are not reloadable. Travel and Reloadable Cards require a $7.50 activation fee and Financial Partners may charge up to $4.50 for reloads done through our institution. Load limits may apply. Third party ATM fees may apply.
Notary services are offered at both branches. The fee is $2.00 for members and non-members. Please wait to sign all forms until you are present with the notary. Also be sure to bring indentification with you.
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FPFCU has teamed with Fort Wayne Children's Zoo to offer our members special pricing on tickets. Click here for our private member only page zoo site. Note: Please contact the credit union for the access password to purchase any of these tickets online.
Postage stamps are available to purchase in books of 20 at the current regular USPS rate.
Financial Partners offers wire services in order to quickly transfer funds to other financial institutions. We offer outgoing wires as well as post incoming wires for our members. Please call in advance for proper wiring instructions. Charges do apply.
AD&D Insurance
Financial has partnered with Trustage to offer our members Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Policies. Just for being a member at Financial Partners, you qualify for a free $1,500 policy. All you have to do is sign up when you receive the paper work. You can also apply for additional coverage. The premiums for the additional coverage are automatically deducted from your Financial Partners savings account quarterly. Already covered and have questions? Contact 1-855-612-7910
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Mediterranean millet salad/
If you are looking for a nice change to all those quinoa salads, millet might do the trick. It is also gluten-free and high in fiber and antioxidants. Even regarding protein content, millet does well. With almost 3g per 100g it lies just behind quinoa with 3.5g. So what are you waiting for - get the millet cooking.
INGREDIENTS (1 serving)
- 60g raw hulled millet
- 1/2 capsicum
- 200g zucchini
- 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
- 6p cherry tomatoes
- 70g feta cheese
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp ground paprika
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- fresh basil leaves
- cook the millet as indicated on the packaging (usually 1:3 millet:water)
- Heat oil in frying pan and add capsicum, zucchini and tomatoes (onion if liked). Fry until slightly soft
- Add cooked millet to the vegetables and mix with basil leaves and other spices
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The Society of Vincent de Paul organise the St John Bosco Camp. We offer boys aged 8-13 a sports and activity based holiday on a campsite in the Essex countryside. The camp is run with a Catholic ethos, and is especially for children who may not have any other holiday this year.
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Pep Guardiola urges his Manchester City squad to set the tone for next season's Premier League title defence
Pep Guardiola believes Manchester City's form over the next five games will tell him whether they have the strength of character and the motivation to defend their Premier League title.
Guardiola allowed his players to celebrate their title victory this week, but he has already turned his attention to next season and is looking for the early warning signs of complacency.
Nobody has won back-to-back title since Manchester United in 2009 and Guardiola argued that is the next challenge as he looks to replicate the sort of sustained success Sir Alex Ferguson had at Manchester United.
He will therefore urge his players to go unbeaten over the next five games and set a new Premier League points record, breaking the 95 barrier set by Chelsea, under Jose Mourinho, in 2005.
"We have one year to defend it," said Guardiola. "Chelsea won it last year, but this year not so good and I know how complicated it is to win back-to-back titles in England. It has not happened for almost a decade.
"Manchester United won three titles in a row, twice, under Alex Ferguson, but no team has won four. That has happened in Spain and in Germany, but not in England.
"I don't know how these players will react to success. There are so many contenders in England and they will all prepare so well, it's an exciting challenge."
"We have to see how we handle the experience. This club has won three Premier League titles in seven years, but after winning the league, [next season was] not so good. It's exciting to see how we react next season. We may have to change a few things to make the next step forward.
"In the past, I won the league at Bayern and at Barca with five, six or seven games [left to play] but the next games were not good.
"I was not able to…we have to think about how many points we can get, it can be a good argument. What we need to do is already done, the points record is not the most important thing, but maybe it can help us to be focused.
"It would be uncomfortable to finish in a bad way, there always has to be a target and maybe [scoring] the most goals and [winning} the most points will be a good focus."


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C-Reactive Protein and Serum Procalcitonin Levels as Markers of Bacterial Upper Respiratory Tract Infections
Diamantis P. Kofteridis, George Samonis, Alexander D. Karatzanis, Georgios M. Fragiadakis, Constantinos A. Bourolias, Sofia Maraki, John A. Papadakis and George A. Velegrakis
DOI : 10.3844/ajidsp.2009.282.287
American Journal of Infectious Diseases
Volume 5, Issue 4
Pages 282-287
Problem statement: Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTIs) are the most frequent of the community with major social and financial impact. Hence, early and proper diagnosis is of utmost importance. Biomarkers such as the circulating levels of Procalcitonin (PCT) have been shown to be elevated in systemic bacterial infections, but remain relatively low in viral infections and inflammatory diseases and have been suggested as signals for the initiation of antimicrobial therapy. Experience evaluating the value of PCT as a marker of URTIs is limited. Approach: Forty patients with bacterial URTIs were studied in order to assess the role of PCT, measured by using the semi-quantitative test, as bacterial inflammation marker and to compare with other markers, such as C-Reactive Protein (CRP), White Blood Cell (WBC) counts and Polymorphonuclear (PMN) cell counts. Results: In all cases, 22 with tonsillopharyngitis, 10 with peritonsillar abscess and 8 with rhinosinusitis, PCT levels remained below detection limits. On the other hand, serum CRP levels strongly correlated with body temperature, WBC and PMN cell counts. Patients with rhinosinusitis were older than those with peritonsillar abscess, had lower body temperature than those with tonsillopharyngitis and had lower serum CRP levels than patients with either peritonsillar abscess or tonsillopharyngitis. Conclusion: Therefore CRP could be used as a marker to predict the severity of URTIs while PCT, although promising in cases of other severe bacterial infections, did not prove to be suitable for patients with less severe or localized infections, such as URTIs.
© 2009 Diamantis P. Kofteridis, George Samonis, Alexander D. Karatzanis, Georgios M. Fragiadakis, Constantinos A. Bourolias, Sofia Maraki, John A. Papadakis and George A. Velegrakis. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.


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New 2018 Stylish interior & exterior features, shows like a model. Level lake front living with sunset views, minutes to major routes & shops. Designer details in gourmet kitchen, flooring, baths. Open floor plan! Porcelain wood washed flooring. Living rm is open to gourmet kitchen center island, granite counters, stainless appliances & wine fridge, designer hood & custom back splash. Dining & living rm w/gas fireplace. 25K floating wood/metal staircase. Dramatic master w/private deck, spa bath, heated floors. CertainTeed custom siding, huge exterior deck, Wolf Trex, vinyl custom railings & lighting. 50ft Trex dock w/electric, shed, plush lawn, sprinkler systems, custom planters, fencing & gutters w/helmet guard. Whole house generator,entire house is LED. Surround sound & cameras. High efficient heat/cool.
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The Pacific Northwest Pollution Prevention Resource Center (PPRC) is seeking a part-time Outreach Specialist to support Eco-Logical Business Program (EcoBiz) services. This position will provide boots-on-the-ground technical assistance and support to automotive and landscaping businesses in the Portland area working toward EcoBiz certification. The PPRC Outreach Specialist will work under the direction of the Oregon Manager, and in collaboration with other PPRC staff members.
Sightline Institute, the Pacific Northwest's premier progressive think tank, seeks an office manager to help keep our systems running ship shape in support of a building a sustainable Northwest. The successful candidate will have a keen attention to detail, be able to juggle multiple tasks on an ongoing basis, and possess excellent communication skills. We're looking for someone personable, resourceful and quick on his or her feet. The office manager has lead responsibility for making Sightline's office run exceptionally well. S/he provides assistance to the executive director and the deputy director; coordinates volunteers; and supports organizational development and governance.
This position serves as troubleshooter for all staff but will be part of the development and operations team managed by the Senior Development Director. Each Sightline staff member serves as a community builder and ambassador of our mission and so a passion for a sustainable and equitable Northwest is a must!
Sustainability Think Tank in Search of Digital Communicator
January 28, 2015
Communications Associate
Sightline Institute, the Northwest's leading public policy think tank on sustainability issues, is seeking a digital communications whiz to join its team. The associate will help to promote Sightline's work to Northwest media and decision makers and to assist in advancing the organization's outreach to the region's increasingly diverse communities.
Cascadia Consulting Group develops and implements innovative solutions to today's environmental challenges. Founded in 1993, we work with private- and public-sector clients to advance sustainability through recycling and materials management, climate change mitigation and adaptation, energy efficiency, and water and natural resources management. The Cascadia team brings both expertise and creative thinking to research and analysis, strategic planning, program design and implementation, and outreach and evaluation.
Northwest SEED, a nonprofit organization that empowers community scale clean energy, is in search of
a Development Manager that will create and execute fundraising strategies to excite individuals and
institutions about our work. Supporting Northwest SEED's growth, the Development Manager conducts a range of fundraising activities, including research, grant writing, and donor management.
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No Matric? Here's how to find a job
Last year, the National Senior Certificate results showed a pass rate of 75.1% for matric students. However, this does not include those who dropped out before writing their matric exams. What is considered to be the true pass rate by many was reported as being 39.25%. This means that only a minority of students who began school ended up with a matric certificate, which is not something that is uncommon.
Many South African students leave school for a variety of reasons. Sometimes it's because they need to care for younger siblings or a sick family member. Sometimes it's because they can't afford it or can't make it to the nearest school. And sometimes it's simply because academics isn't their strong point. So, if you're one of the many people out there looking for a job without a matric, don't lose hope. There is something out there for you.
And if you're struggling to find your way into the working world, here is some helpful advice on how to find the right job for you.
Don't think about what you don't have, think about what you do have
You may think you have nothing to offer the working world because you don't have a matric certificate. That's not true at all. You still have skills and strengths. Even though you didn't finish school, that doesn't mean you wouldn't be a valuable asset to any business you work for. It's important that you're aware of that. And the way you can remind yourself of this is to sit down and list all your skills and strengths.
What are you good at? Are you creative? Do you have leadership potential? Or is your incredible work ethic your biggest strength? Write down anything and everything that comes to mind.
Now, take a look at that list and think about what career would best suit those skills and how you can get your foot in the door without a matric certificate.
Try to find an internship in the industry you'd like to work in
Once you have an idea of what you'd like to do, think about whether you could get an internship in the industry. Contact anyone you may know in the business and ask if they wouldn't mind you job shadowing them for a while. And then impress them as much as you possibly can. Afterwards, you can ask if they have any internship opportunities available for someone who is willing to work hard and give it their all (that would be you). If not, your job shadowing experience along with a reference from them might help you when applying for internships elsewhere.
Take free online courses
There are courses online which are free and don't require a matric certificate. Think about the subjects you're interested in and search for free courses online. You will be able to find everything from writing courses to introduction to business courses. Sometimes you might have to pay for the certificate, but it costs a lot less than an in-person course and there are no educational requirements.
Alternatively, consider learning a trade
If you prefer to work with your hands, there are many different trades you can choose to learn. For example, you may want to look into becoming a plumber or mechanic. You will have to train and learn as an apprentice and pass an exam before you are able to work on your own. However, it is practical and not academic, so learning a trade is perfect if you don't enjoy studying. It's hard work, but it's worthwhile as you can make a decent living and even eventually start your own business.
Think and behave like you have the job of your dreams
Whether you are job shadowing or interning, working part-time while doing courses online or learning a trade, you need to think and behave as though you already have the job of your dreams. That is how to excel at your job. Whatever you do, be professional about it and maintain a positive attitude, your future employers will see this and appreciate it.


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|2x a week.
|About the Vessel
|Container vessel, built 2008, German or international ship command, German shipping company, 9,500 tons, length 140 m, breadth 22 m, speed 19 kn, container capacity 800 TEUs, TV/DVD.
|1 owner cabin, shower/WC, bed 210 x 120 cm, separate living room with sitting area, desk, fridge, open view to the side, view to the front may be blocked by cargo, officer's deck.
1 passenger cabin, shower/WC, bed 210 x 120 cm, sitting area, view to the front may be blocked by cargo, officer's deck.
Maximum of 3 passengers.
|Shore Leave
|About 12-24 hours, usually good opportunities for shore leaves.
|Passport or personal identification card.
|Passage Price
|€246.00 owner's cabin with two persons,
€285.00 single use of the owner's cabin,
€222.00 passenger's cabin with two persons,
€255.00 single use of the passengers's cabin,
The prices are considered fixed prices. A higher or lower price will only be charged when significant deviation of the intended travel time occurs (min. 2 days).
|Deviation Insurance
|€30.00 to €50.00 per person, age-dependent.
|Travel Insurance
|Travel health and personal liability insurance.
|Medical Certificate
|Mandatory for passengers from 65 years old.
IFR 102 Short Trip England
Internationale Frachtschiffreisen Pfeiffer GmbH is agent, not operator of these trips.
The terms and conditions of the travel contract apply.
The terms and conditions of the travel contract apply.
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This 16 year old Boxster S came to us as a "cheap buy" from the owner, determined to get it back to its former glory.
Amongst the jobs was fixing a cracked rear bumper, repainting the calipers, reviving the faded soft top, repairing a worn leather bolster, removal of several car park dings, and repairing some of the thousands of stone chips from the bonnet, to name but a few.
The roof was cleaned and recoloured with Renovo dyes and allowed to dry for 24 hours before sealing. We removed the bumper, which had several smart repair patches bringing down the finish, and sent it to our bodyshop to be completely stripped back and resprayed.
The calipers were removed, masked, and blasted clear of the old loose paint, with the seals – an expensive replacement item – in place and protected. They were then resprayed in Brembo EHT red with new white decals, and refitted to the car.
New red Porsche decals were fitted to the side skirts to add a touch of class to the finish and the car was then coated in 2 coats of high carnauba wax.
The leather bolster was stripped back and recoloured to match the surrounding panels for a flawless finish.
The leather bolster was stripped back and recoloured to match the surrounding panels for a flawless finish.
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NEW YORK (CBS.MW) -- The Dow industrials DJIA, +0.14% used a mid-afternoon rally to climb onto positive territory, erasing losses of as much as 51 points earlier in the session. The Dow was last up 12 points at 10,225, with 17 of 30 components gaining ground.
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We love our community and parent volunteers!We appreciate your interest in volunteering in our schools. As you will see, we have a wide variety of programs and activities in which you can participate based on your interests and particular skills...there is no skill we will not welcome and no amount of your time, great or small, that we will not treasure.
If you don't see a particular specialty you wish to share listed, please list it! Whether you wish to work directly with students, or more behind the scenes, there is an unending list of projects and tasks, large and small...if you have the time and interest, we can happily put you to work where you can really make a difference!
Before you can volunteer...We are required by State law to have you complete a number of forms.
Volunteer - Chaperones, office helpers, teacher helpers, etc.The following forms must be on file in the office prior to any Volunteer activity on school property or with students:
- Criminal History report/Washington State Patrol (WSP) (yearly)
- Volunteer Information form.
- Disclosure statement (yearly)
- Hold Harmless Form
Volunteer Drivers (parent or community volunteer driving their personal vehicle transporting students)
- Criminal History Report/WSP (yearly)
- 5-Year Abstract (yearly)- must be completed on-line.Disclosure Statement (yearly)
- Confidentiality and Ethics form (yearly)
- Volunteer Information form (yearly)
- Proof of Insurance/Hold Harmless (yearly)
- Valid Driver's License (yearly) – Minimum Age 25 with valid WA State License 1 year (CDL) or three-year (passenger)
If your volunteering will not involve driving students, you do not need to fill out the "Driver's Disclosure". Once you have completed the applicable forms, drop off at the school of your choice or our District Office on the upper floor of Chautauqua, and you can expect a call soon from one of our Volunteer Coordinators.
If you have any questions, please ask! School main office lines are as follow:
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McMurray Middle School: 463-9168
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Meditation is an invitation to reunite with our true nature, the vast, mysterious experience of presence. It helps connect us more deeply with ourselves, others, and life around us. It enhances and supports everything in our life. If we are too busy thinking then we may miss out on certain things that we really want in life, missing cues in some of our relationships because we are so in our own head and can't see what is happening.
Happiness naturally arises when the mind neither pushes nor pulls. The inner fear that mental chatter stirs up can disappear with meditation. Regardless of our level of rumination, meditation can dissolve the inner critic that make us feel afraid and feel like we aren't enough. When we meditate, we change the relationship with that voice. We stop taking it seriously, it quiets down, and can even dissolve. We can then be free, relaxed, present, and alive.
Meditation trains us to work skillfully with obstacles, thoughts, and emotional patterns that interfere with being able to rest at peace with full presence, wherever we are. Whether you are an experienced meditator or wanting to begin a practice, the key is finding a meditation that is suitable for you. Not all meditation techniques are created equal for everyone. There are ways to experiment and find out what type of meditation works specifically for you.
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8 Things You Need to Know About the New Investor Advice Rule
By Eileen Ambrose
A new federal rule aimed at ensuring that investors are receiving retirement advice in their best interests kicks in June 9.
Years in the works by the Department of Labor, this so-called fiduciary rule sets a higher standard for brokers and other financial professionals than what's been required of them for decades under federal pension law.
"We think this is the most significant positive impact for retail investors in the last 40 years. It's a big change," says Jon Stein, CEO of Betterment, a New York-based portfolio management firm. "It protects people who are getting retirement advice."Read the Original Article
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Dollywood, Dolly Parton's Pigeon Forge amusement park, is growing.
The expansion, the largest in the park's 33 year history, will be called "Wildwood Grove." It is set to open in 2019, the company announced.
The new land will feature 11 new attractions, including six new rides, highlighted by a suspended roller coaster called the Dragonflier.
In a press release, the park said the $37 million expansion allows Dollywood to meet its 2013 commitment of $300 million in investments over a 10 year period four years ahead of schedule.
The new park is designed to bring families together in a whimsical, magical setting, Parton said.
"I've told you before about how I'd let my imagination roam free when I'd be out exploring in the hills around our home in the Smoky Mountains," the country superstar said. "I'd pretend that the frogs and butterflies were my friends. I'd imagine about what it'd be like to fly with a dragonfly or to follow a bear family through the woods. Now all these things are coming true for our guests to experience in Wildwood Grove; it may be my new favorite part of Dollywood."
Guests to the park will walk through a massive hollow trunk of a fallen tree known as "The Wildwood Tree." Once there, guests can visit six new rides, including:
- The Dragonflier-- A suspended roller coaster lets guests soar with a dragonfly as it dips and darts along the gushing geysers and lush landscape of Wildwood Grove.
- Black Bear Trail-- Hop on the back of friendly "bears" for a trek through their natural habitat.
- Sycamore Swing-- Guests aboard this "leaf boat" swing back and forth just like a leaf falling from a giant sycamore tree.
- Treetop Tower-- This family tower gives guests a sky-high view of Wildwood Grove as they soar nearly 40 feet in the air. Riders, seated inside giant acorns, spin around the top of a tall oak tree before gently drifting back to the grove floor.
- The Mad Mockingbird-- Tennessee's state bird--the mockingbird--gives visitors a lift as it flies in a high speed circle around a tall tree. Riders control their ride experience by moving a sail as the birds rush above the ground.
- Frogs and Fireflies--Frogs hop up and down as they chase each other around the lily pad trying to catch the flickering fireflies fluttering from the tall reeds and grasses. Adventurous guests can hop aboard for this riveting race.
Guests can also enjoy Hidden Hollow, a 4,000 square foot indoor play space, and Wildwood Creek, a splash area with pop jets and wading pools, and a new restaurant.


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Richardson Acts To Help Unemployment Claims Bottleneck
Gov. Bill Richardson Wednesday took several steps to help the Department of Workforce Solutions get unemployment benefits to out-of-work New Mexicans as quickly as possible.
"While the employees at Workforce Solutions are working hard under trying circumstances, they obviously need more help," Richardson said. "So I am taking immediate steps to process claims seven days a week and to double the number of people who are working the phones and processing these claims. I want to make it easier, not more difficult, for unemployed New Mexicans to get back on their feet."
Richardson took the following steps in response to overwhelming demand from New Mexicans trying to access unemployment benefits in recent weeks:
· Directed the Department of Workforce Solutions to implement a seven-day-a-week schedule to process claims beginning this weekend. The Department will extend its Monday - Friday operation from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m., add Saturday availability from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., and operate on Sunday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. for certifications only.
· Move forward with about 20 emergency hires, including about 10 that can step in immediately to help.
· Directed the State Personnel Office to identify about 30 state employees across state government with the skills necessary to immediately step in and assist the Department of Workforce Solutions.
· Re-directed manager and mid-level management personnel to assist with the processing of benefits.
· Make paper applications available in addition to current call center and online applications at certain high-population areas where trained staff can handle them.
· Encourage the use of any of the 26 New Mexico Workforce Connection Centers statewide, as well as the department web site for application and job search certifications.


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I should have been a soap opera star.
So - this morning Elias slept until 8:15 and even then we had to wake him up. I thought this was the day I've been waiting for since he was born, but I have to say - the 12 hour sleep actually depresses me. I had a little breakdown picking him up from daycare today - I even went so far as to cry in front of one of the daycare workers. I'm having a rough week... I think I just forgot about how easily the tears flow when you're pregnant. I walked into work on Wednesday and flopped myself on a $4,000 sofa crying like Greenlea from One Life to Live. Pray for me - for my tearducts, for my husband, and for all those who are forced to come in contact with me over the next few weeks.
While we're asking for prayers - would ya'll lift one up for this house? When we put it on the market, our realtor said he thought we'd have an offer before we got back from out of town that weekend. That was July 12th. So - we're only going on 2.75 months, but we need to make some decisions. And Elias needs some space - it's hard to get frustrated with him when he won't stay on his 4 foot square blanket with his total of 5 toys... that would bore me too if I were 7 months old.


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This simple but elegant terracotta jewellery set is handcrafted and baked to set to go seamlessly with formal or casual attire. The pendant is hand-stamped with intricate design on clay and painted with glossy metallic acrylics. The chain comprises of hand-made textured beads using clay.
Comes with a pair of coordinating earrings with design mimicking the one on the pendant. Put one of these outstanding terracotta necklaces on, and everyone in the room will know you've truly arrived… IN STYLE!
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I don't know if this is the case where you are, but here in Washington, jockeying for a good position in the hierarchy infiltrates into every arena of life—including preschool. Now, while it's true I don't have kids, the very idea of three year olds having to compete for a spot where they can learn their letters and numbers gives me the willies. Of course, it's not the children who are competing, it's the parents.
With school admissions rituals approximating a pas de deux of the Court of Louis XIV, it's standard procedure to require letters of reference from other, already admitted families. That age old saying, "it's not what you know or who you know," comes to mind. Really? They're sweet little three year olds, not gladiators.
At any rate, a friend was sharing with me that she was recently invited to a party hosted by one of the "cool moms" in her child's class. Surprised by the invitation because, usually, cool moms only hang out with other cool moms—you know, the ones who wear white pants and brightly colored tunics—my friend emphatically stated that she was not part of this crowd. She wasn't sure why she was invited, but decided they were just being friendly. Not so.
A few days later, she received an odd email from an aspiring school mom who said that the hostess had assured her my friend would write a letter of reference. No asking, no hesitant, half embarrassed request, no leaning on the hail fellow, well met strategy. Just a simple declarative that my friend would write this letter. "That was the only reason I was invited," she explained. When I asked her if she would comply with the pushy request, my friend said that despite barely knowing this person, she felt she had no choice. Being labeled a bitch/pariah by the cool mom's group is a sure fire route to hell.
It's awful to feel used, isn't it? It makes you feel sort of…dirty.
While the scenario I depicted above may not be part of your daily life, we've all stumbled into situations where people had secret, ulterior motives in what they wanted from us. Can you think of a time when you felt used? Where the only thing you were "good for" was a service you could render someone else? What did you do?
Despite the fact that Dear Abby & Co. say that no one can use you without your permission, it's a lot easier said than done. Real world repercussions for not going along with something minor (and by minor I mean clear cut, first world problems such as these) can be heavy and long lasting. However, as a re-booter, I have developed a strategy that, while not fail safe, does help me sidestep a lot of these situations–either that, or nobody wants my help, ever.
I have developed a fairly keen sense of judging who might possibly be someone, uh, prone to sand bagging others for their own, selfish purposes. As you know, I spend inordinate amounts of time observing those around me and watching what they do. As a result, I've developed a pretty accurate intuition about some stuff. I know how to linger on the edges and drift quickly away if I sense an agenda I dislike. Because I make myself so inconsequential and uninteresting, they rarely bother to approach me. But that's just me.
What about you? What strategies have you developed to side step awkward requests—situations where you want to say no, but doing so would be impolitic. How has your ability to handle such scenarios evolved? Can you get away with a flat out no? Do you re-frame the request as part of a giant game that, one way or another, we all join in? Do you keep a running tally of how many people owe you and when you intend to collect?
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Undercover Capture the Flag: Play Folk 9
Myles Nye
October and November were lightly-attended months as far as Play Folk goes, and what with co-founder Lily moving to London it was hard not to feel a little sadness for these two events, the first ones run without her. However, we finished the year strong with a tremendous December game that I am eager to tell you about. First, though, I should describe how we played in November.
I don't want to give the November play date short shrift: it was a very good game, and quite different than the others we have run, and special in its own way. I wouldn't have wanted to play with a group any smaller, that much is sure. When the game was played in San Francisco by the collective Undercover Street Games, they had 50-60 people play. But our game day was on a super-rainy Black Friday weekend day and we just didn't get that kind of turnout.
But you know who did come to play? Totally awesome people. Three of whom schlepped out from Orange County! This was the first game with Jackie Riddle in the role of Lily, and she brought her husband Doug and their friend (whose name I don't remember). Maclen's perfect attendance streak remained intact and Play Folk mainstays Billy the Red, John Greg, and Al G. attended, as well as Chris Bates, whose contributions to Ministry of Silence helped make that event our most popular yet. Also three friends of Willa's came: former Starbucks regular patrons at the store where she was a barrista, and now they are friends in real life. A nice mix of people willing to take a chance on something new. Play Folk thrives even in the rain!
We played one round of the game with original rules and then, Tombstone Billy style, made some modifications and played again. I should point out that part of the appeal of this game is that, while you are trying to capture the other team's flags, you also have to evade mall security and not look like someone playing a game. In this instance, it was not hard.
Here are the rules, text borrowed heavily from Gabe Smedresman's original design:
GOAL: Capture the other team's three flags. Each "flag" is a bandana worn around the wrist.
BOUNDARIES: Public areas only. No stores. Elevators okay.
CAPTURING THE FLAG: Capture a flag by tagging him or her with the tag-phrase below. Then bring that player back to your Captain without being tagged. If you are tagged while bringing the person back, give the flag to whoever tagged you.
JAILS: To free a teammate, touch him or her on the shoulder and say, "Let's go grab ice cream." They are now free: walk together back to your side. Jailed players are freed every 15 minutes.
TAGGING: To tag someone, you must use the tag-phrase.
Tagging an enemy: Have you been to Play Folk?
You're caught: Yes, very recently.
Amnesty from Jail: No, not in a while. (i.e., you are part of a jail-break duo returning to your safe territory)
Since the red team regularly beats the blue team at Play Folk events, we decided to try an experiment controlling for variables and have a red team and a yellow team. The yellow team performed much better, perhaps due to having a 1-player advantage (which turned out to be pretty big) and also having a higher percentage of serious gamers. As Maclen pointed out, since there was no running allowed, and any player you approached would surely be tagged and sent to jail, the game had less in common with the schoolyard run-around version we all know from childhood than it did with a territory-capturing tabletop game.
Never mind, I take back what I said about the yellow team having more serious gamers on it. Lookit Doug, Billy, and John Greg. Plus Willa, but she and I were jailers and didn't play. I think the 1-person advantage was enough to tip the whole thing for the yellow team to win. Also our team seemed to plan together well and carry out the plan well, whereas I heard the red team had a hard time communicating and following through. It happens to all of us at times.
In the first round, the yellow team devised the strategy of having the two flags stay near each other, making it difficult for anyone to approach and capture them. In fact, Chris approached me and said that he thought that if the red team came up with the same strategy the whole game could end in stalemate. They hadn't, and it didn't, but perhaps a group of 3 approaching the flags could have defused that tactic. In subsequent go-rounds of the game, we had one flag located in the end zone / jail vicinity of the home team, and did away with all the rest of the territory. The yellow team fanned out and approached the red team's zone, capturing everyone in sight and winning handily.
The other notable thing about this game was how lightly attended the mall was. You should all be glad you do not own a store in the Beverly Center these days. The game would have been different either with a larger group or if the mall were packed and it was easy to blend in or hide with other groups.
After a couple rounds and a couple hours, we all compared notes and called it a day. As always, getting out of the house and playing something intentionally disruptive was a thrill, but it wasn't quite disruptive enough. Thanks to our players for braving the elements and what turned out to be a very small number of Black Friday shoppers to take a chance on a new, unproven game. Bravo Play Folk!
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Air Conditioners Market Overview, Investment Feasibility Analysis Report By 2025
3rd October 2018– The growing requirement for technologies for the reduction of carbon dioxide emissions and preserve the environment has intended that businesses are increasingly building air conditioners which are environmentally friendly as well as effective. The novel concept of air conditioners is expected to reduce the compressor's consumption of power by around 25 percent as opposed to the unoriginal air conditioners and hence will subsidize towards saving the fuel. One of the major factors driving the growth of the global air conditioner market includes increasing the expectations of the consumers for enhanced cooling systems. In vehicles which are off-highway, tractors are attaining grip in the air conditioners market. The demand for comfort in severe conditions of operating has led to an increase in the demand for air conditioners in off-highway applications. This is expected to play the role of a catalytic agent for enhancing the efficiency of the operator. However, there is one crucial restraint which affects the usage of air conditioners used in automotive in off-highway vehicles, which is the space availability for the setting up of the systems. Numerous OEMs are involved in building efficient, smaller, and lighter air conditioners which would fit effortlessly in the off-highway vehicles.
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The air conditioners form an essential component of the passenger cars as well as a vital comfort feature that affects the purchasing pattern of the consumers. The recent developments in the technology have made it probable for the end-users to use completely automatic air conditioners at a relatively lower cost. In the recent times, more or less all the vehicles which are manufactured are armed with air conditioners. Hence, it has increased the competition among the major automotive manufacturers to make available better comfort. Asia-Pacific accounted for the maximum demand for the global air conditioner market in the recent past. Growing population along with rapid industrialization and increasing disposable incomes in countries such as India, South Korea, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, Japan, and Malaysia are estimated to benefit the regional market growth. North America and Europe are also expected to observe huge growth in the future. Initiatives taken by the government in the end-use industries are anticipated to provide significant gains in both the regions. Increased awareness among the consumers regarding the food quality and storage is expected to drive the global air conditioner market demand over the next few years.
The key market players in the global air conditioner industry are investing heavily in the research & development activities. These players are introducing new innovative strategies for marketing as well as new product developments. Through these, strategies, they are trying to gain a competitive advantage over the other market players in the industry. The major companies operating in the market include Denso Corporation, Keihin Corporation, Calsonic Kansei Corporation, Hanon Systems, and Mahle GmbH. The industry overview includes air conditioner definition, application, classification, industry chain structure, industry policy analysis, industry overview, and industry news analysis. The air conditioner market analysis includes market development history, product and technology developments, competitive landscape analysis, key countries development status, market development trend, and market comparison analysis.
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I realize that we are well into fall now, but there are some summer pieces that I refuse to part with. One being sleeveless dresses. The other being summery fabric button ups. Today I have found a wonderful mix of the two for a fall look!
This dress is thrifted, but it's H&M. The back is all lacy and truly a great summer piece. However, with the polkadot button up underneath, the lace back gives it a bit of interest. Top is Banana Republic that I got on sale over the summer. Its a lighter soft wash cotton.
Cardi is thrifted and it's the Limited, but I ended up wearing a different cardi today. Point being, I'm gonna be warm for these 40 degree temps that are coming through today.
Booties are repeat, thrifted. Brand is Mia. Belt was $3 from Forever 21. Pearls are from Macy's, but I have nearly identical ones that I thrifted.
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Questions to Ask Yourself for 2019
We've all done the New Year's Resolutions thing umpteen times. We've made lists with ambitious goals, hopeful ideas, and grand declarations. Everything from getting fit to managing finances better to organizing your home to hiking more with your kids. Raise your hand if you've gotten to March, with that list long forgotten, or with very few items checked off. (Raises hand.) I have found that lists of lofty goals can sometimes make me feel worse if I have not come close to achieving everything in due time.
For the past few years, instead of making a list of resolutions, I've made a list of questions. Seriously, questions! Questions that may help me prioritize factors in my life, that make me think twice about some things, and yes, that lead me to question what I have taken for granted. But of course, you don't want a brain explosion! It doesn't have to be all so deep, life-changing, and philosophical—it just needs to help you give more thought to what's already in your world, and what you'd like to add or improve.
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Katy Perry & Enrique Iglesias to headline Jingle Ball
Katy Perry and Enrique Iglesias will headline Kiss 108's Jingle Ball next month. The show is scheduled to take place on Thursday, December 9 at the Tsongas Center in Lowell. Selen Gomez, Shontelle and B.o.B. have also been confirmed to perform at the show. Tickets, which range in price from $85 to $175, go on sale Friday at 3 p.m. through the venue's box office and website.
The Jingle Ball will mark Perry's first appearance in Massachusetts since the release of her new album, Teenage Dream. Released at the end of August, Perry's second mainstream and third studio album overall debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200. The album has been powered by hit singles "Teenage Dream" and "California Gurls".
Iglesias returned to the spotlight over the summer with the release of Euphoria. The new album is the pop star's ninth studio effort and first bilingual album. The album's first single "Cuando Me Enamoro" reached #1 on the Hot Latin Songs, while the album's second single "I Like It" reached #4 on the Billboard Hot 100.
More artists and special guests are expected to be added to the Jingle Ball lineup over the next few weeks.


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The Happy Hollow Foundation Board of Directors is excited to announce that Amy Pizarro will be the new executive director helping lead the nonprofit into the next phase of its growth.
"After an extensive search, we are thrilled that Amy will be taking the reins of Happy Hollow Foundation," said Chris del Pilar, board president and member of the search committee. "The Foundation is poised for success, and we can't think of anyone better to take us to the next level."
A marketing expert with an extensive knowledge of Silicon Valley's nonprofit scene, Pizarro brings a wealth of experience to the Foundation, which supports San Jose's iconic park and zoo.
A former editor at the San Jose Mercury News, she transitioned into the nonprofit sector as public relations director at Presentation High School before taking her most recent role as Senior Director of Media and Community at The Tech Museum of Innovation.
At The Tech, Pizarro created a new magazine for the museum's community of members and supporters; helped reinvent the website for the Silicon Valley landmark; and applied her relentlessly positive attitude toward the successful launch of six new exhibitions in the past three years.
A graduate of the SVO Foundation's Leadership San Jose program, Pizarro is also the founder of the Pad Party, an annual event for Silicon Valley women to donate feminine hygiene products that are distributed by HomeFirst Services to shelters, encampments and other homeless service organizations. Last October, the event — which in 2016 was featured on NBC Bay Area's "Bay Area Proud" — received donations of 62,000 pads and tampons for homeless women in Santa Clara County.
Along with her husband and two children, Pizarro has been a huge fan of Happy Hollow Park & Zoo since its relaunch in 2010.
"Having experienced firsthand the tremendous joy Happy Hollow can bring to the lives of families in Silicon Valley, I'm excited to be given the opportunity to make this San Jose gem even better for our visitors — whether they've been fans for decades or are meeting us for the first time," Pizarro said. "Besides, where else in San Jose can you say you actually work with a jaguar?"
Happy Hollow Foundation (HHF) is a non-profit organization, established in 1958 and dedicated to advocating, supporting and enhancing the Happy Hollow Park and Zoo. The focus of Happy Hollow Foundation is to engage individual donors, foundations, corporations, and government agencies in helping to advance the park & zoo.
Happy Hollow Park & Zoo has received many awards and high-fives, including:
- A five-year accreditation from the Association of Zoos & Aquariums
- A winner of the Sustainable Built Environment, Acterra Business
Environmental Awards
- First gold LEED-certified amusement park and zoo in the United States
- Collected more donations for Jeans for Giraffes than all the larger institutions in our area


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Clarks Landing Yacht Club Wedding Video
Ruth and Chris ... where do we even begin?! Let's just start off by saying that these two are perfect for each other! When they are together, their smiles light up the room and your heart completely melts just watching the love they share. They love to have fun, be silly and love doing life together!
Their wedding at Clarks Landing Yacht Club in Point Pleasant was absolutely beautiful! They did a first look with each other right out on the dock. The anticipation of Ruth taking the long walk up to Chris was absolutely priceless!
Ruth and Chris then shared their custom vows with each other with the most perfect backdrop, along the water with the sun setting surrounded by all of their family and friends. Their vows made your eyes water and laugh all at once! But one of our favorite parts of the ceremony was seeing Chris watch his bride come down the isle and that smile he just couldn't contain. You can't help put just smile along with him!
And can we just talk about the seagull that made an appearance in almost every shot?! During their portrait session, their vows and sunset shots. Not sure what the exact symbolism is for that, but I would call it good luck!
We loved everything about their special day. The stunning sunset, the glimmer in each of their eyes and their most perfect love story. You can't help but to just love their love!
Congrats to the new Mr. & Mrs. Chris Headley!
Wedding Vendors
Videographer: Tonemedia
Venue: Clarks Landing Yacht Club - Point Pleasant, NJ
Photographer: Josh Lynn Photography
DJ: Synergetic Lighting & Sound
Hair & Make Up: Bijou Salon - Claudine
Florals: Christina Arroyo
Wedding Cake: Bovella's Pastry Shop
Wedding Dress: Castle Couture - Sophia Tolli
Bridesmaid Dresses: Bridal Suite Boutique -The Dessy Group
Groom & Groomsmen Attire: Princeton Tuxedo


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Budget Blinds
Budget blinds products and services
Budget Blinds was founded in 1992 in California and has become one of the largest window covering franchises in the USA with more than 670 outlets in 47 states. They open an average of 20 new franchise stores each month in America and hope to achieve 50% of the market share by 2010.
Budget Blinds serves businesses as well as homes, which gives it a wider market than most. They offer window treatments from the leading manufacturers such as Hunter Douglas and Norman Shutters as well as offering their own lines Signature and Select.
Budget Blinds provide free estimates and a personal consultation service, whereby a member if their team will visit your home or office and advise you on colors and styles. When you have made your decision, the adviser will take all the measurements and install the blinds when they are ready.
Budget Blinds offers a wide range of products and services at incredibly competitive prices. All the major window coverings are available including: wood blinds, shutters, specialty blinds and valances. They also do a line in specialty blinds, so it's a good place to look if you're after something unusual (such as a circular window covering).
The easiest way to view their products range is to visit their website. Besides all the usual pages (Product Showroom, Things to Consider, etc.) you'll also find some more unexpected pages. Their Tips from the Experts section is a good example and gives plenty of suggestions about what colors to use for certain rooms and the latest fashion trends. However, it's their pricing which really drives customers to the website and they claim that you can save as much as 30% compared with other retailers (and more if you shop online).


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I don't know about you, but lately with all this rain and grayness I have found it difficult to motivate. Being the coach and total analyzer that I am, I began to think more about it.
Why does this happen?
Where does it come from?
As I began to dive deep, I realized this has been the case for many years. This has been my pattern. I often find myself having these energy cycles that coincide with the weather and the seasons. When the sun is shining and the weather is warm, I am highly energized, motivated and ready to take on the world. I find it so much easier to make time for my self-care because the weather is beautiful and I naturally want to be outside, exercising and moving my body. I gravitate towards lighter meals like salads, chicken and veggies on the grill. I love to network and meet new people.
As the weather begins to cool and the leaves change here in New England, I start to notice my energy shifting slightly, slowing down a little. I still feel motivated, yet my body knows change is near. On the days it is crisp and sunny, I want to be outside, exercising and soaking up as much sunlight as I can knowing those days are limited. On the days it is cool and rainy, I tend to begin turning inwards, backing away from the raw foods and lean towards warmer, cooked meals. My networking and socializing slows down some and I begin taking more time for myself.
Before I know it, it is cold, dark and I am totally unmotivated. I find myself wanting to nest, staying inside making soups, taking baths and reading a book. My yoga practice shifts with my energy. Some days I want a more fiery, energizing practice, while most other days I am drawn towards yin or a restorative class. I shift into a more nourishing and nurturing mode, feeling less motivated towards excess physical activity.
I also notice I am less in tune with my creative energy and feel like I don't have as much to offer. I need and want to focus most of my energy on filling my own cup. Much like animals hibernate in the winter, I too, find I tend to go inwards. With this hibernation, comes guilt and lack of self-acceptance. It is interesting to me that when the weather is great and my energy is high, I am happy and totally accepting of me, yet when the weather changes and my energy wanes, I began to feel badly and no longer accept this part of myself.
Can you relate?
I began to wonder….
How can I be fully accepting of myself knowing that my energy is cyclical?
I had this total ah-ha moment last night talking with a friend as I began explaining all of this to her. I have always know this has been a pattern for me, but I never made the connection that I should be building my schedule around these patterns.
I started to realize what if I stopped fighting these natural cycles and instead accepted and leaned into them more? Can I integrate them as a part of me?
Why do I struggle to accept the low energy moments just as much as the highs?
This self-knowledge has been super useful towards creating a flexible routine throughout the year. When I know my energy cycles are high, I book meetings, networking events and give talks. When I know my energy cycles tend to be lower in the winter, I can plan to schedule more time for self-care and personal work. This also applies monthly as I notice my energy is much lower a few days before menstruation.
In the past, even though I knew I had less energy, I still continued booking events and spending many evenings out. The drive to continue doing was so strong that I wasn't able to listen to what my body truly needed, resulting in getting run down. This was my pattern for as long as I can remember.
By doing my own deep, personal work, I have been able to create the space I need to release the guilt and the constant desire to be doing. By letting go of the fight and the negative energy associated with it, I can focus my energy on more positive, self-serving behaviors. Being more in tune with my body's needs and having the understanding that my energy is cyclical not linear makes it much easier to go with the flow and meet myself wherever I am in the moment.
Does any of this ring true for you?
Would love to hear your thoughts!


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Peppermint just happens to be one of those well-loved but simultaneously affordable scents. Not only is it popular, it's incredibly versatile. Here are seven fun and simple ways to use this refreshing essential oil, so you can get more bang for your buck (and make everything smell fresh and minty in the process!).
7 Ways To Use Peppermint Essential Oil
1. In The Car
Add a few drops to a small diffuser and store it in your car. It will add a little minty freshness wherever you go! Our Terra Cotta Pendant Diffusers are perfect for hanging in small spaces.
2. DIY Cleaner
You can put this fresh scent to work in homemade cleaners or room sprays. Try adding it to this toilet bomb recipe for a minty powder room!
3. In The Shower
Because Peppermint Essential Oil is so powerful, it's one of our favorite essential oils to use in the morning to help wake up and get ready for our day. Add a few drops to a cotton ball or washcloth and place the scented cotton ball in the bottom of the shower. The steam from the warm water will spread this bright scent around the room!
4. Diffuse It
Plain and simple, you can add a few drops of Peppermint Essential Oil to your favorite diffuser and the scent is lovely and welcoming all on its own. We've got diffusers of all kinds and sizes.
5. DIY Body Butter
There's something wonderful about body care concoctions that are both minty and creamy. This Peppermint Cloud Body Butter Recipe is one of our staff and customer favorites and will make your dry skin swoon!
6. DIY Chest Rub
Peppermint Essential Oil is a cooling, soothing, and herbaceous addition to your homemade chest rubs. Get started with this winter time remedy.
7. DIY Lip Balm
Many people don't realize how easy it is to make little body care wonders like lip balm. They're easily customizable so that you can enjoy your favorite scents, but we think you'll especially like our recipe for Peppermint Cocoa Lip Balm which gives you that quintessential fusion of chocolate and mint for a tasty treat that makes lips smile!
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Many folks are surprised when they walk into our shop and discover that we offer a full line of new and used firearms.
Whether you're looking for a new concealed-carry, home defense shotgun or your next hunting rifle, we can help.
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Yup, it finally happened: a Chinese restaurant that specializes in serving penises has opened. And when I say they serve penises, I'm not talking about bringing food to that loud-mouthed jerk sitting at the next table. We're talking about tallywhackers on a plate. Beijing's Guo-li-zhuang restaurant serves the units of several different types of animals — yak, goat, bull and dog (the only knob with a bone, so the article says). And for a change of pace, you can order testicles, too. I'm not sure if guys named Rod, Dick, Woody or Johnson get a discount or just get uncomfortable.
Anyhow, read the article for a good laugh.
Credit once again goes to Bob Del Grosso for bringing this to my attention, and I felt it was my duty to spread the word about this place.


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Designing with Dignity, a new exhibition celebrating accessible design, opened at Kean University on Thursday, March 31, in conjunction with the 13th annual Thinking Creatively Conference. Pictured, the Prime TC transport chair is featured in a new Kean University exhibit showcasing accessible design. (courtesy photo)
Designing with Dignity, a new exhibition celebrating accessible design, opened at Kean University on Thursday, March 31, in conjunction with the 13th annual Thinking Creatively Conference. The exhibition showcases innovative environments and products, created by the award-winning firm Michael Graves Architecture and Design (MGA&D), for those with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other disabilities.
In 2009, MGA&D formed a design partnership with medical technology company Stryker to address "the last frontier in healthcare design, the patient room." The two companies worked together to conduct months of ethnographic research, studying clinical environments and patient use. The result of this joint venture was a suite of patient room furniture demonstrating Graves' philosophy that objects in healthcare environments can have both a practical and aesthetic function, incorporating straightforward solutions that combine simple utility and technical innovation. The furniture collection, co-branded Michael Graves - Stryker, created a new brand identity for Stryker, establishing the firm as a design driven company. Products from the collaboration, including the Prime TC transport chair, are included in Designing with Dignity.
"Hospitals are constantly evolving to improve patient outcomes, yet a key piece of equipment that is ubiquitous, the wheelchair, has gone unaltered since it was patented in 1933," said Karen Nichols, FAIA, MGA&D. "The Prime TC is the result of a thorough product development process undertaken to transform seated patient transport. With clearly designed touchpoints, movable not removable parts and the ability to nest for storage, the Prime TC is designed to offer solutions for the patient, caregiver and hospital."
The exhibition also highlights the Wounded Warrior Home Project, an initiative designed to improve overall quality of life for the increasing number of service men and women returning to active duty. The Wounded Warrior Home Project called for the design of single family prototype homes intended to serve the needs of wounded soldiers and their families as they continue to serve on active duty in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. The innovative and accessible Graves-designed homes have spurred a national dialogue about the importance of barrier-free design. The homes utilize universal design principles to create dignified solutions with an accessible human-centered focus.
Designing with Dignity is on view now through April 30 at Kean University. To learn more visit: http://michaelgraves.com/kean-design-dignity-exhibition/.
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The Guardian: Boy with rare form of epilepsy denied cannabis oil treatment
The government has refused to issue a licence for a six-year-old boy with a rare form of epilepsy to be treated with cannabis oil, despite evidence that it has eased his symptoms and support from MPs.
Alfie Dingley, from Kenilworth, Warwickshire, can suffer up to 30 seizures a day. His mother said they had decreased dramatically in number and severity while he was in the Netherlands being treated with a prescribed, cannabis-based medication.
Members of the all-party parliamentary group for drug policy reform urged the Home Office to allow him to use it.
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The City of Iowa City is partnering with several community-based organizations to host a day of celebration and service to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The celebration begins at 9 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 21, 2019, with a Unity March starting at Eastdale Plaza, 1700 S. 1st Ave. and ending at Mercer Park Aquatic Center, 2701 Bradford Dr. Celebrations continue at Mercer Park with family-friendly volunteer projects, children's activities, performances, and more. Donations of outerwear apparel such as hats, gloves, mittens, scarves and socks will be accepted to benefit area shelters.
These activities are being coordinated by the MLK Alliance Group, which is made up of local non-profits, individuals, and public, as well as private, service organizations. Events are supported by the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department, the Iowa City Human Rights Commission, and the Iowa City Police Department, and many other local organizations.
For more information, contact Special and Underserved Populations Recreation Supervisor RaQuishia Harrington at firstname.lastname@example.com or 319-356-5228.