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DevelopOhio Resource Center
Economic development in Ohio is changing. In the midst of ongoing global economic struggles, the state is redesigning the way it does business with public and private entities. At the center of this process is the restructuring of the Ohio Department of Development and the development of the private, nonprofit corporation JobsOhio. The goal of the transition is to reallocate resources, streamline services and make Ohio's economic development system more nimble in efforts promoting key job creation initiatives.
With the passage of H.B. 489 and S.B. 314, also referred to as the JobsOhio II bills, clarity is surfacing as it relates to Ohio's economic development landscape. The bills realign the functions of the Ohio Department of Development (ODOD), transferring certain roles and responsibilities to JobsOhio, leaving a leaner state agency called the Ohio Development Services Agency (ODSA).
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My first protein shaker. It works really well, hasn't leaked and seems solidly built. Easy to clean as well, I just put a touch of detergent in with water and shake.
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Perfect size, wire mixing ball included. Good leak proof lid.
Fancy to take it to the gym lol
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Convenient size, BPA Free, wire mixing ball included.Good leak proof lid. I like the deep blue, easy to see.
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BPA Free and I like that the mouthpiece is well sealed, so nothing to worry spilling it when shaking the contents. Best part, I got it for free along with other uProtein products I hoarded!
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Strong, BPA free, easy screw on lid, mouthpiece snaps shut and seals well. Good size and has metal mixer ball as well. I like the strong blue colour also.
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I got the shaker with my purchase. Perfect size for powder and milk/water. Recommend getting it
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It is not the best shaker but it is free.
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Shakers should only be assessed not after the first or 2nd usage, but after it has been to the gym with you, in the car, in the gym bag, and anywhere else you can think of. This little fella seems to hold up well through all this, and still without leaks. Quite a good 400mL product, highly recommend.
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I was lucky to receive this protein shaker when I ordered my protein, and it has been perfect for what I need! It hold the shake nicely, with room to blend the powder and liquid together.
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i was using a fork to mix my protien powder now i use this shaker and it works a treat cheers Ken.
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compact design enables me to take it where ever i want. The colour is really nice too. Would be cool if they had a litlle compartment to hold powder but overall great product
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Attractive shaker, no spills, portable and easy to clean! thanks
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The shaker is very handy and durable.
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No spills, nice tight seal and easy to clean!
Compact and just the right size!
Cons: Do wish it had an attachment for dry protein to be stored. But that's me being picky, as I usually have pre-drink and a post workout drink.
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Nice shaker for free. Thank you
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Received this as a free gift for purchasing over $99 which was a nice add in.
The shaker has measurements on the side and is a great size. Compact and easy to fit in bags
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Stan Extends Inflight Entertainment Partnership With Qantas
Stan is now giving Qantas customers exclusive access to content and the ability to enjoy a selection of Stan Originals on flights from the beginning of June.
The streaming player will showcase its original content of premium drama and comedy on Qantas flights, as well as feature its own channel on the airline's inflight entertainment.
The channel, called 'Stan Exclusives', will give Qantas customers a taste of Stan Original shows with episodes available from No Activity, Wolf Creek, The Other Guy, Romper Stomper and One Night Stan. More original shows are set to be added soon.
Qantas and Stan have been in partnership since the launch of Qantas' first aircraft with Wi-Fi last year, giving customers the ability to stream thousands of hours of Stan's exclusive TV shows, movies and kids' entertainment from their own devices, while in the air.
In addition to Stan Originals, Stan will also offer Qantas customers who are new to Stan a complementary subscription to enjoy three months of unlimited access on all Qantas domestic, international and regional flights.
Customers can access the subscription offer via the Qantas App or by logging into Qantas' WiFi on one of its domestic WiFi-enabled flights.
Stan CEO Mike Sneesby said: "The extension of our partnership with Qantas through an inflight entertainment channel reflects Stan's strategy of being everywhere that people want to consume content.


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This week I have been feeling rather down, rather glummy. Feeling like nothing can go right.
For the last couple of weeks I guess everything has been going wrong to a degree. However Tuesday we had some positive news and this really helped. However why is it after a really big boost the world goes 'oooo no don't you get used to it!' And the world throws poop at you.
On Tuesday a long with the good news, the positive vibe that came from talking to SBs school come September. The positive feeling of just feeling like your on cloud nine, just because everything is going right in the world. We also had negative news.
We had our regular special educational needs meeting with MOs teacher and special needs coordinator. We have to meet up regularly and the meeting pretty much goes the same every time. 'What's our goals?' 'What are the positive things that have happened?' 'What can we improve on?'. The meeting takes an hour and I can either leave feeling positive about it all or negative.
After researching help for the autistic past school age and seeing that there really isn't much out there, I have really panicked. It has taken us so long to teach him general social skills that most children just get over their life. If you had told me 10 years ago I'd be teaching our boy how to work out emotions and why people are feeling a certain way. That in his 51/2 years of life I've only slept a whole undisturbed night 4 maybe 5 nights as he keeps me up. That caffeine is the only way I make it through the day, I would have laughed, but knowing how long bog standard social skills have taken us to achieve I am worried about how we are going to fit teaching him how to survive in the adult world into the next 13 years of his life! So this meeting was the first time I said for certain we need him functioning by the time his 18 I'm scared.
It then transpired that while MOs normal teacher was away, the substitute teacher made sure MO was always at the front of the lines, and now to make him not front of the line is extremely difficult, that he now thinks he is in charge of the line. Such a small thing, but a behaviour we spoke for awhile about, how can we break the pattern, what will his behaviour do, what do we do to make sure this sort of thing doesn't happen again. This just isn't the sort of things you ever expect to have to discuss with the teachers when your pregnant and imagining what life would be like for the little baby in your tummy, it just made my fears even more rational.
We also spoke about triumphs, the fact there was an incident where before MO would have had a full blown meltdown but this time he just clenched his fists and went into his quiet corner to calm and relax himself, then he managed to come back out and carry on playing. My eyes filled up with tears at this point my boy was able to calm himself. It was lovely to hear.
We came away knowing the school is doing its best.
Then yesterday I broke down as everything has started to break, my phone broke a couple of weeks ago and still isn't fixed, my car every time I go into it I am praying to the car gods that it makes it to the destination. My patio door that needs replacing and the windows need doing but the landlord will only do the absolute necessary, the garden is just falling apart and I just felt deflated, like there's too much to do and I can't do it. I guess that's a huge factor on my mind but hey ho it's nothing that no one else doesn't have to handle.
Today I went for an afternoon tea with my mum it was a rare treat and it was just what we both needed. Dad had BBG and did the school run. It was lovely and took a huge grumpy lump off of my chest.
Then I got home and found out that MO had a massive meltdown at school today. It started when a teacher who doesn't really know him told him to throw away the bug he had found. Now MO makes friends with bugs quickly, he gets extremely attached so being told to throw his bug away to him was the end of the world. He then was on edge all afternoon. Then came the incident, something happened and MO went mad, his back hunched, fists clenched, feet stamped and within a blink of an eye chairs and tables were being thrown, they managed to calm him down and distract him after a while but it just kicked me down.
I get that autism is no ones fault, I understand Mo reacts differently to situations and doesn't realise what his doing isn't socially right, but when the meeting this week was telling us how he seems to be able to recognise that he is getting frustrated and use the calm down area well, to find out how fast he went into full on meltdown just made me think will he ever be able to calm himself down no matter what. It made me realise that in the future he could have a meltdown over nothing and people aren't going to care his autistic he will be sent to jail for assault. I just started to get anxious. I started to realise small things still get to him, that although he can somewhat calm himself down there will be times when he can't control it. That scares me.
As a parent I just want him happy, comfortable in his surroundings and loved and I am just so scared for his future. I know it's because I'm having a difficult time at the moment, I know that if I was my usual straight thinking self, then I would realise he will be fine it's just a bad week but I can't help it.
I hope this dip stops soon but the depression and anxiety is making me crazy and making me irrational and I don't like that, I need to be my sons strong rock and support and all I want to do is cuddle him and cry and this isn't going to help him at all!
My boys you would never know he was autistic
It took dad 5 years to get any physical connection with MO and he still only gets a hand.
BBG seems to be the only person MO is completely relaxed with. He dotes on her.


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|Room prices per Person
|Single room
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|Double room / twin room
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|Three bed room
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|Tour groups from 20 people
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|May - Sept
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Arrival until : 10.00pm late Arrival requests special Agreement
The Ungarische Krone offers:
- accomodation for 95 people
- all rooms are provided with private bathroom, cable TV, some also with balcony
- Prices include breakfast buffet and all taxes
- quiet location, beside the river "Leitha" and the Bruckmühl Park
- a couple of minutes walk to the city centre
- 30 km to Vienna (A4 highway)
- 20 km to Vienna Airport "Wien-Schwechat"
Program recommendation for tour groups:
We can provide you with a guide for your trips to the following locations:
- Carnuntum meadow and Neusiedler Lake surroundings
- Bratislava
- Eisenstadt
- Vienna
Upon request we can propose interesting itineraries. and programms
Cancellation of accommodation contracts can be requested from each counterparty up to 3 months before arrival date without any charges. For cancellations between 3 and 1 months before heck in date 50% of the stipulated sum must be paid to the hotel. For cancellations within the last month the whole sum is to be paid in full.


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Just in time for the holidays, Motorola and the UK retailer Phones 4u are releasing a new model of the Motorola RAZR i smartphone in white to match the snowy weather. In the past, the smartphone was only available in black.
The retailer, according to the press release, will be the first to offer such model in the United Kingdom. This implies that the color option will be available for other retailers, as well, in the future, possibly after the holidays. The white Motorola RAZR i may be purchased from Phones 4u starting Saturday, December 22.
Phones 4u is offering the handset for free on monthly plans which have prices that start from £20.50 (around US$33) from three wireless carriers, namely O2, Orange, and T-Mobile.
The Motorola RAZR i features a 4.3-inch super AMOLED qHD edge-to-edge capacitive touch screen with contoured glass and protection against scratches from Gorilla Glass. This display has a resolution of 960 x 540 pixels and a pixel density of 256 PPI. The device has a Kevlar fiber coating on its rear and sports the Intel logo.
Under the hood, it is packed with a single-core processor by Intel, which is what the "i" in its name stands for. Said processor runs at the speed of 2GHz. Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich is its operating system.
Its main camera has an 8-megapixel sensor and is capable of recording video and flash. Its Lithium-Ion battery has a capacity of 2000mAh. It has an internal memory of 16GB that is expandable through a microSD card. The smartphone supports 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC. Accelerometer, Ambient light, Gyroscope, and Proximity sensors are onboard, as well. There is also a 3.5 mm audio jack and mono speakers. Location support includes GPS, Cellular location, WiFi location, and Compass (A-GPS).
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Hummus is one of the easiest, guilt-free and healthy dips out there? Here is a new take on hummus to add to your recipe book. All you need to do is put all the ingredient in a food processor or mixing bowl and process them until you reach a smooth consistency.
The main ingredient, chickpeas (or garbanzo beans), high in fiber and with a low glycaemic index are great for preventing constipation and other digestive problems, as well as a good option for weight loss diets.
Beetroot is low in calories (1 cup contains 58 kcal), lowers blood pressure, is high in nitrate which is linked to slowing the progression of dementia in older adults, contains and antioxidant known as alpha-lipoic acid, has a high fiber content, and contains choline which helps with sleep, muscle movement, learning and memory! Beet that!
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Solidarity Federation
Yesterday, Liverpool Solidarity Federation members joined picket lines in Liverpool and Bootle to offer support to strikers and attended a 20,000-strong march through the City Centre. Below are several personal reports from members' blogs.
See reflections from striking Solfed members at Truth, Reason & Liberty and Working Class Self-Organisation.
A choice: race to the bottom or fight and win - blog by a Solfed member in the private sector who supported the strike.
The summer 2011 issue of Liverpool Solidarity Federation's local newsletter can be downloaded here.


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We are exposed to a variety of chemicals every day. Some of them can even make us sick. And they can be found where we least expect them. Three recent studies reveal more.
Chemicals in cosmetics may harm women's health
Chemicals that are widely used in cosmetics and personal care products can cause changes in women's reproductive hormones, a new study has found.
The researchers at George Mason University in the US state of Virginia tested more than 500 urine samples from 143 women aged between 18 and 44. They analyzed these samples for chemicals found in beauty products, including benzophenones, which are ultraviolet filters; parabens, which are antimicrobial preservatives; as well as bisphenol A and chlorophenols.
They found that these chemicals had an effect on female reproductive hormones. Phenol and UV filters decreased levels of estradiol, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), whereas parabens increased levels of estradiol.
The researchers say that if these findings are confirmed by more studies the implications for estrogen-dependent diseases, such as breast cancer, could be severe.
"What we should take away from this study is that we may need to be careful about the chemicals in the beauty and personal care products we use," says Dr. Anna Pollack, lead author of the study.
Cleaning products might make children overweight
Common household cleaning products may influence children's gut bacteria and cause obesity, say researchers in Canada.
After analyzing the digestive bacteria of more than 700 infants, they discovered that babies aged three to four months showed altered gut bacteria when their homes were frequently cleaned with disinfectants, such as multi-surface cleaners.
These children were also more likely to be overweight at the age of three than children whose homes had been cleaned with detergents or eco-friendly cleaners.
Stomach bacteria are known to influence our health and have been shown to affect the development of diseases.
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GUITAR HERO:WORLD TOUR ….Helllooooo Toronto!!!
Toronto, ON – Oct/28/2008, Console Creatures was invited to the Cherry Beach Sound Recording Studio to celebrate the launch of the recently released Guitar Hero: World Tour. With the addition of microphone and a drum kit (ala Rock Band), we had the opportunity to try out Activision's latest entry in a professional studio environment. Hosted by High Road Communications, we also had the chance to test out the Band vs. Band option against the High Road Montreal team. As expected those in attendance were enthusiastic about the new iteration of Guitar Hero and the prospect of playing in legitimate recording studio (3 in total).
For the most part, the new Guitar Hero played well. Those accustomed to Rock Band play mechanics with the multiple instruments shouldn't miss a beat; however the drum pad setup does take some adjusting to as it is positioned differently than the Rock Band version. A couple times I had to look down to see which pad to actually hit.
When it comes down to it Guitar Hero: World Tour holds it own up against the competition, and does the Guitar Hero brand justice. Fans of the genre will be hard pressed to make a decision as to which game to choose (if not both) this holiday season. Activision hopes that bringing the Guitar Hero name to the full band experience, their current and future list of exclusive songs, and their unique song creation mode will sway you their way. SEAN C.


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The Chapel of Geards Funeral Home
The chapel environment itself is warm and comfortable. Both religious and non-religious funerals may be held here.
A spacious 180 seat chapel, with a large tropical fish aquarium as the centerpiece, surrounded on either side by two gardens. One garden representing a beach scene complete with dinghy, reminiscent of times gone by…., giving rise to warm memories of when we may have been at the beach as young ones…., The other garden is a bush scene covered in the lush green foliage of ponga's and ferns with a flowing water feature…. all very calming and serene.
The Chapel has a retractable 4,500 ansi lumen projector and 100" screen concealed in the ceiling which when lowered is perfect for displaying DVD's of the deceased's life, photographs or powerpoint displays. This is accompanied by a state of the art sound system for music C/D's, and tapes.
The venue has cameras throughout so the funeral can be recorded and "dropped" onto DVD for family members to view later, perhaps they were unable to attend the service, or did not get to meet up with everyone who was at the funeral…or the service can be recorded just onto audio tape if requested.
If you are overseas and wish to be present at the funeral but can't make it in person, then through the wonders of modern technology and the provision of an IP number the family and friends can directly access the funeral on the internet. What this means is that if you wish to speak at the funeral but you are in, England, then through your webcam and internet connection, you can dial in to the service and be on screen in the chapel.


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5 Ways To Show Love To Artists Without Breaking The Bank
There has been a rise in artistry and creativity, as millennials are embracing their creative natures, and shunning the box they were told is socially respectable. That can only mean one thing; you now have a circle of artist friends all wanting your support.
Don't worry, we've got you. For your peace of mind we have compiled a list of ways you can show love, and offer support without ruining your friendships, and breaking the bank.
1. Attend their events, and buy their merchandise. Honestly, nothing says "I support you" better than your face in the crowd, and their new book, cd, painting or print in your hands. Too financially strapped to pay the ticket price? Offer to hand out flyers, and do event promotion. Create even more warm feelings by volunteering to collect door admission, prepare the refreshments, or be the social media manager for the night. Your friend will be grateful, and you will get to enjoy a free show.
2. Share their events, and merchandise. As artists we get it, sometimes our events don't interest you, and our merchandise is not in your taste, but we do know that you know someone who would benefit from what we have to offer. Tag someone in a post, or repost their event/merchandise to your social media followers. Don't want to deviate from your carefully curated personal branding? Attach their flyer/merchandise in a text or email and spread the love.
3. Use their services…and pay them. Book them for gigs, jobs, and freelance projects, recommend others to do the same. People are always looking for artists, and your artist friends need to get paid – it's a win-win!
4. Show love on social media. While artists can't pay rent or eat from exposure, an online presence and social reach is an integral part of building a firm foundation. Likes are great, but comments, reposts and retweets are better, especially since social media platforms are rearranging how posts are seen, genuine engagements are what matter.
5. Send words of encouragement often. Offer to watch their children while they work. walk their dogs, and feed their goldfish. Being an artist is not a walk in the park, and many artists are going against their cultural, familial, racial, and financial grain. Tangible support is always necessary, and so is a kind word, a cup of tea and a listening ear. Be that kind word, be that cup of tea, and be that listening ear.
Saying "I love what you're doing" only goes so far, words don't show artists how necessary they are, actions do. So we encourage you to reach out to your artist friends and show them how necessary they are. Who knows they may dedicate their next work of art to you.


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Grupo Lar México is a property company whose main activity is residential development, investment and management within the Mexican Republic.
Since its establishment in Mexico in 2004, Grupo Lar has consolidated itself as one of the main housing developers in the country.
Grupo Lar has a presence in the states of Quintana Roo, Nuevo León, Jalisco, Estado de México, Puebla, Querétaro and Distrito Federal.
Montes Urales Nº 470 piso 2 Col.
Lomas de Chapultepec.
Delegación Miguel Hidalgo, México D.F.
Buildable Area/GLA (m2): 730.984
Number of homes in portfolio: 4.724
Total Portfolio Managed (in millions of euros): 809
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Here's where I share some of my favorite workouts, websites, and resources with you!
Running Resources:
- HalHigdon.com : for professional training plans for free!
- Runners World: Bookmark their website and subscribe to the magazine! I've gotten SO many great tips from runners world, and their content is always thoughtful and well written
- Fave WINTER Running Gear:
- Athleta insulated leggings
- Lululemon neck warmer
- Under Armor base layer
- Lululemon headband
- Literally any old gloves from the dollar store 🙂
- Fave WARM Weather Gear
- Walmart running shorts (FANCY)
- Lululemon spandex shorts (they don't make these anymore but I find them on poshmark!)
- Nathan hand bottle
- Old Navy tanks
Health and Wellness Resources:
- Low FODMAPS Diet Information: If you suffer from IBS/IBD like I do, this diet plan is worth a look!
Teaching and Educational Resources:
- Edutopia: this website has great resources and tip for special educators and general educators alike!
- Autism Speaks: If you're a teacher, caregiver, friend, neighbor, or family member of someone on the spectrum, you should take a look at this website. It offers information and support for everyone who cares about someone with ASD, not just parents!
ALSO: Check out my Pinterest Account for lots of fun tips!


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Monk strap shoes
Monk strap shoes are the cool cousin of men's dress shoes.
While oxfords are formal and derbys/bluchers a little more casual, monk straps say 'Hey, I'm smart and I'm cool'.
Mr Style himself, James Bond is a fan, maybe just when not in the casino. Daniel Craig wore black double buckle monk strap boots in Spectre. Before that the suave Sean Connery wore single buckle suede monks in Diamonds For Ever. When escaping the bad guys on a Honda trike no less.
So what are monk shoes? Also called monk straps, they get their name from having a leather strap and buckle rather than traditional laces. They can have one or two straps, hence the terms single buckle and double buckle monks.
Which is the more popular? It can vary a little depending on the person and the season but at the moment we'd go with double monk strap shoes. They just that bit more visually interesting.
Caps and broguing?
Classic monk strap shoes have a cap toe, but this is a matter of personal style and preference. Some have plain toes and some have broguing or punching.
Too informal? Really?
Some people see them them as less formal than other dress shoes such as oxfords. But this gives them some of their charm. They can give the wearer a little 'edge' while still being smart and formal. The glint from the buckle catches the eye, even on a black pair. And bolder colours such as oxblood or blue can really add pop to an outfit.
The video below shows oxblood monk straps with a blue suit.
Styling with Monk Straps
They are more interesting to look at than oxfords and derbys, so add pop or interest to a neutral toned outfit, even more so if they also add a splash of colour eg oxblood. But we've seen very stylish guys pair them with some very colourful and punchy suits. Monk straps are strong enough to hold their own with them. And they can look equally good dressed down with jeans for more casual moments.
The video below shows conker brown monk straps with a grey suit.
Join the cool club
Some people just love double buckle monk shoes. One is the very stylish Benn Bromley (Instagram @dailytouchofclass), based in Brisbane, Australia. (Photos above and below).
We asked Benn why he likes monk straps so much.
Benn told us "Monks are my favourite style of mens shoes. They offer a sophisticated look that dates back to a time when men used to men". He believes they represent power and elegance that is unmatched in other styles.
We asked Benn what is his favourite colour? He replied, "The burgundy/oxblood is by far my favourite. I believe they are the most versatile colour. It can be formal but also help an outfit really pop when you want to style it up."
Thomas Bird Monk Straps
The video below shows black monk straps with a grey suit.
Thomas Bird have double buckle monks in a range of colours. Classic colours are black, tan/light brown and oxblood. We will continue add other colours over time such as blue, dark brown and suede.
Our monk straps have a cap toe and stitched leather sole with a rubber insert to make them wear better. We use high end full grain calf leather. Each shoe is coloured by hand in Italy to produce a rich, unique patina. They are made with blake construction typically favoured on high end shoes in Italy.
So there you have it. If you want that bit of extra visual interest or pop, or edge to an outfit, try a pair of monk straps. Are monks for you? Or are you already a fan?
Browse Thomas Bird Monk Strap shoes.
What's your view? Please tell us.
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This edition of the mid 1990s TV One arts series sees host Alison Parr interviewing literary rising star Emily Perkins, then 26, while the expat author is visiting from London. Perkins talks about her time at drama school, her debut short story collection Not Her Real Name (whose Generation X life stories won international notice), and nerves about her upcoming first novel. The episode opens with poet Bill Manhire talking about book Mutes and Earthquakes, which anthologised the work and processes of his Victoria University creative writing programme. Perkins was a graduate.
This Richard Riddiford documentary collects together stories about the creative writing course at Victoria University. The storytellers are a roll call of names who have studied and taught there, from course founder Bill Manhire to current Insititute of Modern Letters director Damien Wilkins. Writers praise the gentle style of teaching and sense of community (and feedback). Eleanor Catton talks about the journey from her first novel The Rehearsal, written while at Victoria, to the first sentence of The Luminaries. The doco is named after the poem by American Wallace Stevens.
Directed by Sam Pillsbury, this 1974 film observes Ralph Hotere — one of New Zealand's greatest artists — at a moment when excitement is gathering about his work. Lauded as a "classic" by Ian Wedde, the documentary is framed around the execution of a watershed piece: a large mural Hotere was commissioned to paint for Hamilton's Founders Theatre. Interviews with friends and associates — poets Hone Tuwhare and Bill Manhire, art critics, officials and dealers — are intercut with fascinating shots of Hotere working (including making art by photocopying or 'xerography').
Presented by Alison Parr, this 1997 TVNZ arts series focused on New Zealand literature and writers; it featured studio interviews with authors. The Write Stuff was made by Pinnacle Productions — Amanda Evans, Pamela Meekings-Stewart and Di Oliver-Zahl — who were also behind contemporary arts series For Arts Sake. There were 26 30-minute episodes. Those interviewed included Emily Perkins, Bill Manhire, Sonja Davies, Barbara Else, Kate de Goldi, and Marilyn Duckworth. The Write Stuff screened on TV One.
Early Days Yet, directed by Shirley Horrocks, is a full-length documentary about New Zealand poet Allen Curnow, made in the last months of his life. The poet talks about his life and work, and visits the places of some of his most important poems. It includes interviews with other New Zealand poets about Curnow's significance as an advocate for New Zealand poetry. As Curnow famously mused in front of a moa skeleton displayed in Canterbury Museum: "Not I, some child, born in a marvellous year / Will learn the trick of standing upright here."
Ken Duncum, who heads the scriptwriting programme at Victoria University, has written comedy (Skitz, Willy Nilly), detective shows (Duggan) and meta dramas about television itself (Cover Story). His extensive theatrical CV is laced with plays in which music plays a major part — including the acclaimed Waterloo Sunset, and hit show Blue Sky Boys.
Raised in Taranaki with seven siblings and roughly as many books, Anthony McCarten went on to co-write global stage hit Ladies Night. In 1998 he made his directorial debut with a movie of his play Via Satellite, followed later by Show of Hands. In 2015 he won two BAFTA awards after writing Stephen Hawking biopic The Theory of Everything. Winston Churchill drama Darkest Hour and Bohemian Rhapsody followed.
Alison Parr has documented key moments in New Zealand's cultural and social history during an award-winning career as a journalist, oral historian and broadcaster. Her credits include iconic programmes of the 1980s and 90s like Close Up and Kaleidoscope. In 2003 she joined the Ministry for Culture and Heritage, where she has spent more than a decade as an Oral Historian, recording the memories of war veterans.
Ivars Berzins fell in love with photography aged eight, en route to TV assignments across NZ, in Norwegian fjords, and in East Timor. Berzins was chief cameraman in TVNZ's Wellington office before leaving in 1996 to start company Pacific Crews (now Pacific Screen), which he went on to run with his wife, producer Amanda Evans. These days he directs as well as films, including on documentary series New Zealand Stories.
The trio of documentaries surrounding the religious community of Gloriavale generated huge TV ratings. Amanda Evans is the director and producer behind this mini-TV phenomenon. In her 30 year career she has produced and/ or directed documentaries, reality series and iconic Kiwi kids and arts shows.


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Recently, while discussing with my friend Josh, who is a fitness coach for ten years, we touched the topic of most often met mistakes made while practicing physical exercises. He revealed me that, since he works in this field, he has observed the same 3 mistakes which women do during their workout. These small mistakes, but which can certainly negatively influence the proposed objectives, Josh classified in 3 categories: excessive cardio training, not enough exercises of general toning and the lack of exercises with free weights.
So, in my article I decided to analyze one by one these 3 mistakes, with Josh's help, of course:
1.Excessive cardio training
Everywhere, in all fitness centers, we observe young and older women who spend hours on running machines, on bicycle or who have long sessions in sauna, getting after very many sessions of this kind to be totally demotivated, because they do not succeed to loose weight or get rid of the unwanted spare tyre.
The problem is that they are absolutely convinced that they make everything which should be done to get rid of the additional kilograms, of cellulite, because YES, it's true, everybody knows that the aerobic activity favors the consumption of fat and improves the circulation. But, unfortunately, not all know that the excess has inverse effects, given as an endocrine response to the physical activity.
The very long, exhausting training for body encourages the release of cortisol, the biggest enemy of the fight against kilograms. The cortisol is also called the hormone of stress, being secreted by the adrenals as a consequence of a stimulus, that affects the body like an excessive aerobic training.
At the same time, its presence also indicates a signal that the body confronts with an urgent situation, in our case excessive workout, acting like a kind of "break" in reducing the damages, which could produce as a result of a requested training of long period.
So, the effects of this hormone on the organism and its form, from the physical point of view are: slowdown of metabolism, acceleration of water retention, muscle catabolism and the appearance of general anxiousness.
An efficient training for losing weight must, first of all, impede the release of cortisol. The studies showed that the level of cortisol in body starts to increase after 20 minutes of physical activity and continues to grow during the workout.
The cardio training has to have a duration of approximately 20-40 minutes, and its intensity must not be very high. The value of the cardio frequency has to be situated around 70-80% of the maximum cardio frequency (that means during the effort we to be able to have a conversation).
2.Not enough exercises for general toning
The popular belief that if we will lift weights, our muscles will inevitably strengthen, generated among women the phobia for muscles of bodybuilder. Completely wrong!! The isotonic activity is fundamental to have a toned body and curvy lines.
The myth referring to the growth of muscle mass is totally unfounded from 3 reasons:
- The muscles grow due to the presence of the male hormone which is obviously at a very low level at women.
- To be able to develop the muscle mass, we need an adequate diet, high in calories and proteins.
- The training has to be performed with very heavy weights, that permits us to do a small number of reps – because the muscle mass increases just when the workout requires almost the maximum from the respective muscle.
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Question: Microsoft has acquired which of the following conversational Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Bot Development Company?
(a) Iris Al
(b) XOXCO
(c) CloudMinds
(d) IBM
Answer: (b)
Related facts:
- In view of upgrading efficiency, Microsoft notified to acquire a conversational Artificial Intelligence (AI) and bot development company XOXCO.
- XOXCO is a Texas based software product design and development studio founded in 2008 by Ben Brown and Katie Spence.
- XOXCO has been working on conversational Artificial Intelligence development since 2013.
- After completion of acquisition, XOXCO will be the fourth AI-focused company to join Microsoft. Others include Semantic Machines, Bonsai, and Lobe.
About Artificial Intelligence (AI) and bot development:
- Bot is a computer program which conducts a conversation via auditory or textual methods with humans.
- Specifically, a bot is an application that performs an automated task, such as setting an alarm, telling you the weather or searching online. Bots can help us order food, shop for clothes, save money and find restaurants for the sake of human convenience.
- Chatbots are typically used in dialog systems (computer system to converse with human)for various practical purposes including customer service or information acquisition.
- Siri, Cortana, Tay, Microsoft's Clippy and AOL Instant Messenger's Smarter Child are such types of bots.


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Will This State Have the Saddest Thanksgiving in America?
Thanksgiving—a time to come together with family and friends, appreciate what we have and eat delicious food. Also, according to a new index, it is a time to be miserable. Estately, a real estate blog, ranked every state in America for its Thanksgiving misery index. The creators took into account the tried and true ways to ruin Thanksgiving as well as some under-appreciated chances to screw up turkey day. With information from the CDC, the NFL and Facebook, among other sources, Estately explored topics like the probablility that your meal will devolve into a drunken argument, that someone will storm out over political differences, that you might get food poisoning and that your football team will lose—thus destroying the morale of the entire household.
Coming in at number one with the most miserable Thanksgiving in America? Ohio. It's a political swing state with plenty of beer that also happens to be home to the Cleveland Browns (although, who knows, this could be their year). It's a Thanksgiving disaster trifecta. But chin up Ohio, there's more to Thanksgiving than football and politics. Namely, great food, and with inspiration from local stars like Michael Symon and Jonathon Sawyer, you guys can make turkey and stuffing with the best of them.
Related: Michael Symon's Heartland Thanksgiving Dinner
But as long as we have the stats, we should mention the least miserable state for Thanksgiving: Hawaii. We'd probably be happy in November too if Thanksgiving dinner was served with a tropical sunset as its backdrop. At least the rest of us can feel better knowing that Hawaiians have to pay the most for their turkeys.


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In Santa Cruz, Bolivia, you grow up knowing about certain places and they become mainstays. There is less competition since the population is so small and little communities form to help each other out and their businesses. For example, the Korean community in Santa Cruz is so tight-knit that it's easy to identify them based on which church they go to and if they don't go to church, which church they are affiliated with (where most of their friends and family attend). This idea stretches to other types of communities of people who live in Santa Cruz.
On our last day in Bolivia, we went to our church to say goodbye to our community and an unexpected trip to eat duck was devised by a few family friends. "¿Quieres comer pato?" – "Do you want to eat duck?" exclaimed Mrs. Yoon. We were about to head out to Cotoca, a neighboring city so we turned her down. Have you ever tried turning down an adamant Korean lady? Needless to say, five minutes later we were caravaning down a really long road to eat duck with three Korean families.
When it comes to restaurants, you can ask any local where the best place for ____ is and they can rattle off the handful of restaurants that specialize in it. It's a totally different feel from the LA restaurant scene, where many restaurants open and shutter within a year. In fact, when I went back this time, not only did I see most of the familiar restaurants still thriving, but many of them have now become franchises. Even when trying to write this review, a simple question on facebook about the name of the restaurant had four of my ex-classmates chiming in to identify the restaurant.
If you're ever in Santa Cruz, this place is a MUST VISIT. You won't regret it. I still have yet to have better duck than this place in the last five years and I've eaten at some pretty swank places before.
Especialidad en Patos, carnes a la parrilla
(Specializes in Duck and Grilled Meat)
Km. 23 Doble Vía la Guardia
Santa Cruz, Bolivia
Tel: 384- 0009


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I will help you be realistic about what hairstyles will work for you, as well as those that might be too challenging for your type of hair or for your schedule. We'll start by discussing the texture of your hair and what it can do. Then we'll discuss color; from highlights, to low lights, to all over color, or no color changes at all.
Have you ever had your hairdresser ask you how much time you have to devote to your hair in the morning? That's exactly the kind of thing that is discussed in the consultation!
Are you aware that 9 out of 10 bad hair days are due to people using the wrong shampoo and conditioner? In your consultation we will discuss exactly what products you use on your hair, including shampoo, conditioner, styling products, blow dryers, irons and more! What you use will make a huge difference! If you are using the wrong tools, you will be constantly fighting with your hair to get it to do what it will not do!
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Bonjour mes amis! Are you ready to see another beautiful part of my lovely tour around Europe? Ok, thought so 🙂 After three amazing days in Paris and a short visit at the massive Versailles Palace, I was back on the highway to see another charming city, and.. actually another country.
My next stop was in Luxembourg, the capital of the tiny European country with the same name, which is just a couple of hours away from Paris and a total must-see if you ask me. The town itself (and the country) is pretty small, but it's filled with interesting sights, a mix of gorgeous old buildings and new landmarks, cobblestone streets and breathtaking landscapes.
I've managed to check out the most popular sights from Luxembourg in just one day, but I would have loved to stay here more and enjoy the cool atmosphere. In these photos you'll see a bit of the old town, with the canals, the Grand Ducal Palace, the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Petrusse Park and then we'll jump right to the next destination, which is… the fascinating town of Strasbourg!
I really didn't expect to see much, since I was really tired and we've already planned to spend only a night there, but I was completely mesmerized by this beautiful little town the moment we've walked out of the hotel and I'm a bit sad we didn't stay there for a longer period.
Strasbourg is a delightful sight, with so many captivating old buildings, small streets filled with shops and terraces, impressive landmarks like the famed Notre Dame Cathedral and those canals… oh my, I really don't know if I can find the right words to describe them.
It has a lovely, laid-back vibe, with more tourists you could imagine, beautiful music in the background and delicious food. It's been a pleasure to try out some local specialties just a couple of steps away from the Cathedral and I promise I'll be back here for more than just one day in the next years.
My outfit:
Jeans – Bershka
Shirt – Bershka
Blazer – C&A
Sunglasses – ZARA
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We switched off for Dubs' killer goal, admits McGee
Donegal full-back Neil McGee has admitted his side succumbed to the danger of switching off against a lethal Dublin attack, after the mighty Dubs registered a goal in the first minute of the second half to put the result of Sunday's league semi-final beyond doubt.
"It was a lack of concentration from someone and that's what the Dubs will do. They will test you more mentally than physically, you just can't switch off for two seconds or they'll pick you off," the Gweedore man rued.
Dublin have now inflicted two defeats on Donegal in the last few weeks and McGee knows that they may well clash again in the summer.
"If you're going to win the All-Ireland you're going to have to beat Dublin somewhere down the line," he pointed out. "I thought in the first half we were a bit competitive, but the goal virtually killed the game off and they picked us off after that. We had a lot of ball but they turned us over and countered and picked us off at ease."
After opening the league with impressive wins over Down and Cork, followed by a win over Mayo after the two-week break, Donegal have now been beaten in each of their last five games.
McGee denied that Donegal had taken a relaxed attitude to the league after their opening wins. He said: "There's a perception out there that we didn't really care about the league but we were going out to win every game. We're very disappointed with how it finished."
He hinted that Donegal will be a different team come the championship.
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"You always have to find something different. That's up to us on the training pitch," he added.
"We have options - we can play a running game and a long-ball game so we're just going to knuckle down now, get the heads down and hope for a good summer."
Meanwhile, Cavan and Monaghan are both preparing for a spell in Portugal at a warm-weather training camp.
Cavan are due to depart on April 25, the day after they face Tyrone in the Division 2 final, while Monaghan will leave a week later.
Both sides went away prior to the championship last year. Cavan stayed in upstate New York, while Monaghan were in the same Portugal complex.
This weekend, the club fixtures in Fermanagh will be 'starred' games, featuring no county players as they are travelling to Breaffy House Hotel in Mayo, where they will face Mayo in a challenge game.
Tyrone usually head away to either Johnstown House or Carton House ahead of their opening championship match, but have never embarked upon a warm-weather camp under Mickey Harte.
Antrim, Armagh, Down and Derry have no plans as yet to go 'in camp' ahead of their summer campaigns.
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The Peaceful Parenting Newsletter
Issue #6
A free e-mail newsletter from Naomi Drew
Dear Friends,
A mother recently said to me, Just when we feel like things are starting to settle down, something else happens. How can we ever get our grounding again? She voiced the words I felt since news of the invasion of Afghanistan and bioterrorism have been permeating the airways. We are now faced with questions like:
- How can we create a peaceful world in the face of all this violence?
- How can we, as a species, move beyond war as the answer to our conflicts?
- What are the most essential lessons we need to learn from these events? The search for solace and direction lead me back to the wisdom of some of our greatest thinkers. Listen to their words:
If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.
Mother Teresa
The world is now interdependent, interconnected. The concept of we and they is gone: harming your neighbor is actually harming yourself.
The Dalai Lama
Peace cannot be kept by force. It can only be achieved by understanding.
Albert Einstein
The world will never have lasting peace so long as men reserve for war the finest human qualities. Peace, no less than war, requires idealism and self-sacrifice and a righteous and dynamic faith.
John Foster Dulles, former Secretary of State
The transcendent truth is that a meaningful and creative peace is possible and that it is within our means to fashion a world which is safe and fit for human beings.
Norman Cousins
The question that remains is how? How do we fashion a world which is safe and fit for all human beings? How do we move beyond our divisions and start to understand our common humanity?
What becomes most clear is that we must learn more about those with whom we share this earth. We must come to know those we see as the other, in the quest for mutual understanding. Herein lives the hope that the web which binds us all will be healed and strengthened, never to be torn apart again.
In peace, Naomi Drew
author Peaceful Parents, Peaceful Kids
Creating Peace: Doing What You Can Where You Can
There is a prayer of peace from the Ojibwa Tribe of North America that goes like this:
Sacred One, teach us love, compassion, and honor that we may heal the earth and heal each other.
One of the steps toward healing is to do what you can where you can. We may not be able to control world events, but we can do certain things right in our own homes, schools, and neighborhoods. Action in the face of fear empowers us and gives us hope. We gain strength and courage each time we take action, and truly, there are so many things we can do. Take a look below and choose an action step that will not only empower you, but will provide essential role modeling for your children.
- Be peace. Always remember that peace begins with you. Here are some ways to express it:
* Make every moment of your life an opportunity to express compassion, care, and kindness.
* Resolve your conflicts respectfully.
* Eliminate put-downs, particularly in your home.
* Express anger without diminishing the dignity of another person. Be authentic without being hurtful.
- Teach peace. Have a family meeting and elicit the commitment of your entire family to do all of the above. Model what your children need to learn. On my website, Learningpeace.com, you will find conflict resolution activities you can do with your children. Peaceful Parents, Peaceful Kids also contains a plethora of such activities. Start now. Every day is an opportunity to make a difference.
- Accelerate your listening. In her phenomenal book, My Grandfathers Wisdom, Rachel Naomi Remen says: When you listen, the integrity and wholeness in others moves closer. Your attention strengthens it and makes it easier for them to hear it in themselves. In your presence, they can more easily inhabit that in them which is beyond their limitations.
Listen with all your heart, especially to what your children have to say.
- Reach out. Gandhi urges us to think about the poorest person we know of and to ask ourselves this question each day: What am I doing to help? Choose an action step. Involve your family. We can change the world one person at a time, starting with you.
Make a Difference Now
The father of a former student of mine was killed in the attack on the World Trade Center. There are four young children in the family 9 and under, and even before this happened there was difficulty making ends meet. The mother was not working outside of the home when this tragedy took place. The school the children attend has set up a fund to help. Please consider contributing even if it is a small amount. Anything you can send is much needed and will be immensely appreciated. Please make checks payable to:
The Millicent Robinson Family Fund
Send to:
Cambridge School
35 Cambridge Rd.
Kendall Park, NJ 08824
C/O Anna Pinelli
May the innocents who lost their lives
inspire us to search for peace.
Let us come together in support of each other,
so the spirit of peace may never be extinguished by hatred.
Only with love, compassion and forgiveness
can we build a better world.
(adapted from Beleifnet.com)
Love and peace to all of you!
Peaceful Parenting Coaching
Peaceful Parenting Coaching enables parents to work individually, as couples, or with their children on practical strategies that create greater harmony, less conflict. Sessions can be done by phone or in person. Crisis coaching is also available.
To schedule a complimentary "Peaceful Parenting" coaching session by phone, e-mail Naomi Drew at email@example.com or call 609-844-1138.
Naomi Drew is the author of three books, all available through Amazon.com:
Peaceful Parents, Peaceful Kids (Kensington Publishers)
Learning the Skills of Peacemaking (Jalmar Press)
The Peaceful Classroom in Action (Jalmar Press)
Peaceful Parenting is a free bi-weekly service. Please share this newsletter.
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Copyright Naomi Drew, August, 2001 All Rights Reserved.
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UPDATE: She's been found safe.
UPDATE: She's been found safe.
CLEARWATER, Fla. (WFLA) – The Clearwater Police Department needs your help locating a woman (23-year-old Gabriella Elisa Lora) last seen at Shephard's Beach Resort late Sunday night.
If you have any information on Lora's whereabouts you are asked to call 727-562-4242.
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The Donmar Warehouse's Olivier Award-winning production of CITY OF ANGELS hits the West End!
A screenwriter with a movie to finish.
A private eye with a case to crack.
But nothing's black and white when a dame is involved.
And does anyone stick to the script in this city?
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FAQ and Contact Details. Please read.
My email is below, but kindly read this first.
I get many emails with questions about watches. Before emailing me, please read the below information, thank-you. I have a regular job and all this is on my free time.
I will usually answer most emails, but if the email is not appropriate to the below guidlines, I might not be able to answer the mail. Sometimes it takes a while to answer.
I receive many questions about watches. I have listed some questions and answers below, along with some general information which will allow for a directed, focused approach.
Also, make sure to avail yourself of the resources found on the
Here, you will find links to some watch discussion forums, a 'place' where many people with considerable knowledge of watches will visit, along with some true experts. The benefit here, is you are asking your questions to many people. Not only can you learn more about your watch, but others can as well.
General Guidelines for emails.
Watch pictures on this site were taken by myself, and are copyright Alan's Vintage Watches
1. In general, my watches are not for sale. However, I do from time to time sell off some of my watches. If you do have interest in a watch you could email me, but there is a very good chance I am keeping it.
2. Please do not ask me to determine the value of a watch you own, or to determine what is a 'good price' on a watch you want to buy. I will not respond to these emails.
1. Many watch 'company' names are very obscure.
Before emailing me about an obscure watch name
, read the below information pertaining to them.
Obscure watches are dealt with below, and this is a very important section.
Sometimes you have to make peace with your vintage watch.
3. If you can scan a picture of the watch it may help with your question.
4. I am not an expert on watches. Any information I give you is non-professional. What you do with your watch is entirely up to you.
5. I cannot determine whether it is a good idea or not to sell your watch, or to buy a particular watch you are interested in. These choices are generally individual.
6. I am asked sometimes to recommend a watchmaker or watch repair facility.
I do not make any recommendation
. The best first place to look is locally, to find a local 'watchmaker' solve your repair needs. Local watchmakers can solve most problems.
I do not have any records of watch company serial numbers, or other obscure numbers on watches
. It is all like a bunch of hieroglyphics to me too. Mailing me those numbers in the hopes that I may tell you more about the watch will not yield anything useful.
8. Thanks!
- see immediately below for Obscure Generic Watches.
'Obscure Watch Names'
aka: 'Generic Swiss Watches'
This relates to a lot of the email I used to receive!
Please read
: I own (or owned, or lost, etc) a watch by 'Obscure Company X,' it has 'Company X' on the dial. I have never heard of this watch company, have you? I am looking for others like it, or I am interested in buying one like it, or I would like to see what other types of watches they manufactured, or I would like to learn about the history about the company.
I just want to know more.
I have searched the entire web for this brand, and I can't find a single thing!. It is like the company just disappeared.
Firstly, if you have searched high and low, looked all over the internet for this watch or watch company, and have come up with nothing or very little, there isn't much chance that I will know much or even anything about it. It is very likely that I have never heard of the 'brand' at all, or I've only heard of it by name, but nothing more.
There were many many watch 'names' maybe a thousand or more. Some were true watch manufactures, or 'watch houses,' and others were more like 'watch companies' which put together are sold watches under whatever name they had chosen to put on the dial. These are collectively referred to as
'generic' Swiss watches
, or 'assembled' watches. It doesen't mean they are bad, just that they are not made by a 'manufacture' of watches.
The 'famous' manufactures include but are not limited to: Rolex, Patek Philippe, Vacheron, Cartier, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Omega, IWC, Longines, Heuer.. These companies often made their own movements. They may have bought some parts from other suppliers, or more commonly contracted with companies to make parts.
There are other tiers of quality vintage watches, and in my opinion, these 'other' watches are alright. These are the generics. They may have 'oddball' names, but most are just fine. The firms which made them usually never mactured a single component, but nevertheless put together the watch and sold it. To the public, this is transparent: you were buying a 'Viladia Sport Exactomatic' watch, it seems. But again, they weren't watch manufactures in the sense of developing, machining, and creating a unique watch all their own.
Many of these assembly companies made a large number of watches over many years, but others were probably very transient. These firms made a limited number of watches, promptly went out of business, and essentially vanished, never to be heard from again. .
This is why sometimes it's almost impossible to track down not only watches they made, but even any trace of information
Any jewelry importer could 'make up' a brand name and have a generic Swiss firm build say, 500 of these watches. While the paperwork might exist somewhere, often the only record is advertisements from old horological journals and trade publications.
I have none of this information.
I don't mean to discourage anyone from looking for their watch, but I wish to make it very clear that
sometimes the most extensive search will hit a dead end
. . If you Google the 'Valida' watch company, and it turns up zero, that is telling you something.
Sometimes you just have to let go and just enjoy the watch for what is.
***** I call this 'making peace' with your vintage watch. *****
I am not a watch historian, and I do not have access to records, or serious details about various watch companies. I have no information about serial numbers of watch companies. Sometimes you just have to make Peace. This applies to a lot of things in our lives I believe.
I hope this answers some questions, explains something about watches, and helps you to refine what it is you are looking for. See links page, for other watch-related websites. These resources are very valuable.
If you have read the FAQ above, and your questions have not been covered, and have answerable questions, or a scan to send of your watch, please email me. Thank-you! Now, click the below link.
I have read FAQ, and want to Email Alan
All watch images on this site are taken by Alan, and are Copyright, Alan's Vintage Watches


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Enterprise Mobility
Friday Notebook, March 16: More EMMs integrate with Chrome management
Also: Android security, Intune Browser and AAD, Dropbox S-1, VMware Identity Manager, and Microsoft Teams. Continue Reading
Are we there yet? An update on Citrix Workspace experience
Citrix is pushing a security message, and they have a lot of interesting components they could put together. But how far will they go, and will Citrix become an IDaaS? Continue Reading
Check out EMM in Android P, the Android Management API, and the Android Management Experience
Recently, there's always something new to learn about in Android Enterprise. Continue Reading
Friday Notebook, March 9: Horizon on VMware Cloud on AWS; Android P
Also: iOS 11.3 managed contacts, Android Management API, Android Management Experience, Mark Templeton and Workspot, FSLogix funding, and more. Continue Reading
An introduction to FIDO
The Fast Identity Online (FIDO) Alliance standard could be a part of your identity and EUC plans soon. Continue Reading
Friday Notebook, March 2: MobileIron's Android metrics, Citrix joins AppConfig
Also: VMware and purpose-built devices, Microsoft and Pradeo, Citrix updates, and more. Continue Reading
Evaluating MAM SDKs and wrappers is still hard. What can we do?
The EMM community would benefit from some head-to-head testing. Continue Reading
Check out Samsung Knox 3.0, Knox 3.1, and the new DeX dock
Knox 3.0 brings a new architecture, unifying Knox and Android enterprise MDM APIs. Continue Reading
Friday Notebook, February 23: Appdome on AppConfig; More iOS 11.3 MDM features
Also: Citrix's UEM roadmap; full VMware Horizon desktops on Azure; and more. Continue Reading
A closer look at ARM and what it means for Windows 10 laptops
With new details on the limitations, as well as hardware due soon, Rachel Berry looks at the risks, benefits, and incentives of combining the two. Continue Reading
Google announces Android Enterprise Recommended program
Android enterprise requirements mean that it's already almost everywhere, but the new program address additional enterprise device concerns. Continue Reading
Where does Citrix Analytics fit, and where does it not fit?
Citrix Analytics service is on its way, but will its visibility be broad enough? Continue Reading
Friday Notebook, February 16: More DaaS M&A; Citrix Workspace Hub; AMD
Also: iOS 11.3, Workspace One updates, IBM MaaS360 admin UI update, and more. Continue Reading
Friday Notebook, February 9: Windows 10 S Mode; Powwow and voice UI; Co-management case study
Also: dinCloud, XenMobile, MobileIron earnings, and more. Continue Reading
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Hiring maids in the UAE – is it legal?
Though many of us in the UAE have become accustomed to having cleaning help around the house, a subject that isn't often given much thought is the legality of the maids we're hiring.
Particularly in Dubai, with its high percentage of expats and high number of foreign cleaners, individuals are often unaware of the law when it comes to hiring maids. This means that – whether deliberately or unknowingly – many people that hire home help are not doing so legally.
However, this blissful ignorance can easily be cut short in a dramatic and expensive fashion. Fines for employing illegal workers can reach up to 100,000 AED, and can also risk you a prison sentence. Quite a price to pay for help with the chores.
"But how would the authorities find out?", is the common mentality among those who know, and choose to ignore, the law. Although rare, the Interior Ministry can conduct random checks on your home and, if illegal workers are discovered, you can be subject to the severe punishments that come with hiring illegal home help.
But more commonly, the authorities find out at what could be described as the worst possible time: when your maid breaks or steals something valuable in your home, and you wish to report it. Cases of theft in particular are a common problem experienced by scores of employers of illegal workers. In fact, the Acting Director of the Dubai Police Criminal Investigation Department has previously stated that "the category of illegal workers comes top on the list of theft crimes in the country".
So for those of us unaware of the laws, particularly amongst the expat community, how can you find out whether you've unwittingly employed an illegal home worker?
The answer is simple. All expatriate workers – as cleaners so often are – in the UAE must have an entry permit for employment purposes, a work permit, and a residence visa.
When it comes to maids, there are two options: either you sponsor this visa yourself, or employ the maid through an agency who sponsor their visa. These two options are the only legal methods of employing home help in UAE.
Maid agencies and cleaning companies, such as Helpling, are a particularly popular choice for those who don't require a live-in maid. Hiring part-time cleaners through these agencies is a much simpler process than the bureaucracy of sponsoring a visa, and can be a convenient solution for those wishing to stay on the right side of the law with minimal hassle.
When it comes to live-in help, the two options have their own merits. Whilst maid agencies for live-in help do often charge a fee (whether it's to the employer or to the maid), this cuts out much of the paperwork required when sponsoring your maid's visa personally. As is often the case, convenience costs.
So whether you already have professional help with all of those chores, or are considering your options before taking the plunge, assess things carefully. The risk of fines, prison, and thefts and breakages that have to go unreported should be a strong deterrent, and make us all think twice before hiring illegal maids to take care of one of the most important aspects of your life: your home.


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Objects in the shade of Razzmic Berry
The closest color to #85658f in the Crayola® color palette is
Razzmic Berry which has the hex code of #8d4e85.
Perhaps you'd like to see the intersection between this color and CSS3 or CSS4 palettes?
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If you love geometric patterns then you're sure to fall for Burst Gentle Green. Featuring a subtle bluey-green starburst design set on a white background, this Roller blind will transform your windows - plus it's available with a choice of blackout and standard fabrics. The striking design has an almost optical illusion effect – it'll have you and your guests mesmerised! We think it will sing in Scandi schemes, retro spaces, and will even add life to shaker style kitchens and bathrooms. Use it anywhere you'd like to make a bit of statement!
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Make & Take Serving Tray Workshop
March 1, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm$50.00
Join 21 Main owner Stephany St.Louis for a fun night of wine, cheese and tray making!
Attendees will make their own serving tray and be able to take it home. Tray is 21″ x 14″, choose from a variety of colours and word themes.
Cheese, charcuterie, wine, coffee, tea and water will be provided during the workshop.
All attendees will receive 10% off any purchase they make in store during the workshop.
Cost is $50/person
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