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14 Nice Things to Do to Keep Pests Away
Be prepared to stop pests early this spring—before they become a problem. Check out these 14 nice ways to deter pests in and around your home.
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Wire Cloches
A cloche is a bell-shape covering that you can put over a plant you want to protect. Wire versions are common, affordable and easy to find. Simply place them over growing plants, and animals will have a hard time reaching those delicate leaves. It's an excellent solution if you have one or two particularly vulnerable plants in your garden or planters that require protection. If you have some chicken wire laying around, you can make your own rough tube cloches, but they won't be nearly as aesthetically pleasing or easy to salvage afterward, so there is a trade off to making them yourself.
The problem comes when you have many plants in the same area that need to be protected. If your plants are in a row, then using one long, low loop of chicken wire to cover them all is an elegant solution. If not, you may need to investigate other options.
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Scent Repellents
Scent repellents are a very common humane pest control option for outdoor problems, especially if you don't want to install any physical barriers. But scent repellents are not always effective. When contemplating these DIY mixtures, pick those that keep your garden smelling nice (such as citronella) and won't damage the leaves of your plants while experimenting.
Remember, there may be some hungry animals that simply won't care what you spray on your plants. Store-bought pellets and predator urine may also prove effective, but it's more of a trial-and-error process.
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A Full Fence
If you have a large section reserved for your vegetable garden, a special flower bed or another area set aside, consider building a protective, permanent fence (including a gate) around the whole perimeter. A fence can prove an effective solution for larger animals like deer and raccoons. However, hungry deer will try to jump a low fence, so it needs to be at least 5 ft. high for adequate protection. And be sure to read the fencing label as to the size of animals it deters.
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Alternative Food Sources
For the kinder homeowners, there's another humane pest control option that could save your garden: Provide other food sources. If you set up bird feeders (which nearly every animal in your yard will be drawn to) at the opposite end of your home, you could attract animals to that side and make sure that's where they head in search of food, leaving your plants alone. This works best with smaller animals and requires a constant supply of food, but it isn't always dependable. Wild animals have an instinct to forage and explore, which means they will often end up in your garden anyway.
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You may already have experience using baffles, the cone- or cylinder-shape objects that attach to posts or poles to keep squirrels from climbing up to bird feeders or into fenced gardens. If you have planters on or near posts or poles, baffles are a great option for deterring squirrels and preserving your plants.
Check out a squirrel-proof bird feeder that's easy to fill and a great addition to your backyard.
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Planting for Pests
Some people choose to plant species that animals just don't like. Many herbs like mint and lavender taste bad to some animals. Same with cistus, echium and other furry-leaved species. Ferns, irises, daffodils and lilies famously enjoy immunity from the appetites of many larger creatures as well. Take care and do plenty of research with this method, though, as some plants may be safe from one animal but not others.
Find out other preventative measures you can take from letting bugs get into your house.
Coffee Grounds
You can also use coffee grounds to critter-proof your garden.
Apple Cider Vinegar
White Vinegar
Some oils can also be used to clean furniture and fight odors.
Essential Oils
Follow these tips to clean your rugs and rid them of dust mites.
There are many edible plants you can grow in pots and containers if you have a small space.
Prevent other pests from getting in your home this fall with these tips.


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You can still secure a loan even if you don't have any property or a valuable item which you can use as security for the loan you are applying for.You can apply for a guaranteed unsecured loan if you are in such a situation.
A person can get a guaranteed unsecured loans up to a maximum of £25,000.00. The borrower is offered payment options that range from a low of one year to a maximum of 10 years.
Your application will be evaluated based on certain variables that will include financial position, payment capacity, loan term and credit status; a borrower can avail of guaranteed unsecured loans with lenders at affordable rates.
These loans are your best option if you are faced with the need to raise funds for your wedding, holiday, debt consolidation, purchase of a new car, continuing education and home repair or improvement.
You can use guaranteed unsecured loans to pay off your financial obligations without the usual trouble as the loans are approved and the funds are released without the attendant restrictions.
Borrowers can apply for this type of loan at anytime and without the fear of being denied due to low credit score.
One can rely on this type of fast cash loan regardless of poor credit standing as a direct result of loan default, pending debts, arrears, CCJ, insolvency and bankruptcy.
You are assured that these guaranteed unsecured loans will not involve any kind of credit check during the assessment of the application and before the loan is approved.
A less than perfect credit and financial profile is not an essential element as far as no credit check loans are concerned as your application will be based on other parameters which will not involve any credit check whatsoever.
Borrowers can file their loan application without the fuss and hassle that we normally expect from such task.
In fact, you can opt to file your application online such that you can conveniently submit your online application while in the office or while at home.
Your online application for loan uses a secure system and the information that you provide online will be treated with utmost confidentiality.
Guaranteed unsecured loans offer the best financial relief for borrowers who would otherwise not have the chance of getting approved with the regular loan packages that involve credit checking.
It also allows individuals to get their loans approved without requiring any property as security for the loan.
These unsecured fast cash loans are the befitting financial tool for borrowers in times where they are pressed for cash.
They can readily submit their applications with confidence that they can get an approval for as long as they meet the basic requirements set forth by the lending agency.
Borrowers are also given ample choices for the appropriate loan package that suit their lifestyle and present financial standing.
On top of all these positive features, the borrower can expect that they get their borrowed funds released in record time.
With all these benefits that one gets from a guaranteed unsecured loans, it is no wonder that it is considered as the next best option for those who need immediate cash but can not get it because of low credit score.
Guaranteed Unsecured Loan Requirements
Though increased competition has made guaranteed unsecured loans easier to obtain, many lenders still have specific requirements. Learning about these allows prospective borrowers to get things in order ahead of time, increasing their chances of qualifying for a loan.
This makes it faster and easier for anyone to get the cash needed.
Common requirements for a guaranteed unsecured loan:
- Residency- in many cases, the lender will require that the borrower be a resident of the same country in which the lender operates
- Employment- applicants must prove their employment status by providing current employer information. Lenders may verify this information to ensure that the applicant is a current employee, the job is steady, and paychecks are regularly scheduled.
- Income- some lenders require a minimum level of income to qualify for this loan. They want to make sure the borrower is able to afford and repay the loan.
Pros of Guaranteed Unsecured Loans
As mentioned above, there are several benefits to this type of funding. Borrowers should review these and compare them to the drawbacks in order to decide if a guaranteed unsecured loan is the proper financing for them.
Benefits of a guaranteed unsecured loan include:
- No credit check
- No documents to be faxed
- No interview with a lending officer
- No collateral required
- No equity necessary
- Simple and fast application and funding process
- Application can be completed, submitted, and approved online
- Some lenders offer an instant decision
- Can compare lenders online to find the best deal
- Helps people with poor credit improve their credit standing
Cons of Guaranteed Unsecured Loans
Just as there are many positive aspects to these loans, there are also several drawbacks and warnings. Being aware of these before applying for a loan will result in a lending experience free of surprises. Keep each of these aspects in mind when shopping for a loan.
- Loans can encourage individuals to continue poor spending habits, worsening the financial situation
- Should not be used to float from one paycheck to the next
- Should not be used to purchase items that are not within budget
- Failure to repay the loan on time results in additional fees and interest
- Defaulting on the loan can eventually impact the credit rating
What to Look for in a Guaranteed Unsecured Loan
When shopping online for a guaranteed unsecured loan, consumers should look for several features. Finding a lender that offers each of these will make the process convenient and worry-free.
- Completing a loan application should not obligate an individual to take any loan offered
- Lenders should be willing to answer questions before, during, and after the loan application process
- Loan application should be easy to understand, complete, and submit
- Web site should be secure and guarantee applicant privacy
- Lenders should respond promptly to submitted applications
- Loan rates and terms should be clearly disclosed upon loan approval
- Borrowers should have option of having funds directly deposited into their bank account

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Caregivers at Work
It can be extremely stressful to be a working individual as well as a caregiver for a loved one. Not knowing how your loved one is doing while you're away at work can become a major distraction and may cause you to leave work early and/or take more days off. It is estimated that more than half of employed caregivers work full-time, and according to a survey from Gallup-Healthways conducted in 2011, "Caregivers working at least 15 hours per week indicated that this assistance significantly affected their work life."
Having to rearrange your work schedule and decrease your hours may feel inconsequential when it comes to helping your loved one, but it can have massive impacts on your well-being and future. Employed caregivers who rearrange their schedules can suffer loss of wages, Social Security benefits and health insurance, as well as retirement savings. Gallup-Healthways also reported that in 2011, caregiver absenteeism cost the U.S. economy "an estimated $25.2 billion in lost productivity." This situation is detrimental to both sides.
Many employed caregivers feel an obligation to check in with their loved ones and be present to have the most updated information on their loved one's condition. We created the Care Card for situations just like this. If you're at work and want to receive updates about your loved one from a caregiver at home, you can receive notifications without ever leaving your office. By connecting everyone who cares for your loved one with the Care Card, they can all input updates as they interact with him/her. Our goal is always to keep everyone on the same page, and if you can know how your loved one is doing without having to leave the office, productivity is likely to increase and you won't have to worry about losing any of your benefits down the road.
-Steffi Bolton
Family is complicated. That might be the understatement of the century. But when you're in a caregiving position for someone with an incurable condition, it becomes even more so. Memories can be complicated, too.
I remember the time my dad checked me out of school when I was in 4th grade — a complete surprise. Things were never perfect, and at times the relationship between us (the kids) and him could be rocky. But there were times also that his love and kindness were unparalleled.
The Billion Dollar Question
I asked Ayesha and Dean a hypothetical question: "If Warrant Buffet gave you $1 billion to solve problems related to Alzheimer's and dementia, how would you invest the money?" (The only restriction in our scenario was that the money must be used for care, and not for research).
Their solution would transcend Alzheimer's, and transform communities. Are you watching, Mr. Buffet?
Care card Blog
If you have a loved one receiving long term care The Care Card can help ensure that their needs and preferences are always met.
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Today's tune is "Carol of the Bells." The music was written by Ukrainian composer Mykola Leontovych in the late 1800s. It is based on the folk chant, "Shchedryk," which is a New Year's carol. Leontovych created his piece as an assignment for a harmony course to illustrate the use of a four-note ostinato motif (hear it):
For the Sunday before Christmas, I have a few different versions of "Carol of the Bells" for your listening enjoyment.
Because I mentioned the carol's lyrics in the introduction to today's post, I figured I should include an a capella performance of "Carol of the Bells" first. This version is by Choir-In-A-Box -- but it's not a real choir. Look closely at the video: All nine singers are the same woman! Choir-In-A-Box is a project of singer, composer and video technician Jul3ia Richard. She is also the Emmy Award Winning Program Director of Cape Cod Media Center.
Next we have jazz pianist David Benoit (last name pronounced "ben-wah"). In this instrumental version, David's piano really shines. This version appears on A GRP Christmas Collection (1988), which contributed a tune to the Day 22 post as well.
One of my favorite performances of "Carol of the Bells" comes from Cast In Bronze and it features one of the only traveling carillons in existence. A carillon is typically housed in church tower or other permanent structure. I first heard Cast In Bronze performing at MusikFest in Bethlehem, PA. I instantly became a fan. "Carol of the Bells" is, quite naturally, his signature piece. He performs in costume as the spirit of music. Completely clothed and unidentifiable, he lets the audience focus on the carillon and the music.
The Capital Kings released an interesting and lively dubstep version of the carol just this year. Earlier this month, it was a free download on Amazon. Check it out!
The Piano Guys, who are known for far more than just playing piano, released their own version of the carol for 12 cellos (which is impressive simply because there are only five guys in the band!):
If you like my music posts, I would appreciate you giving me some +K in Music on @klout. And, please, do check out the other entries in my 25 Days of Holiday Music series!


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Budding Birmingham Entrepreneurs to be put through their paces by some of the UK's most successful start-ups
- Opportunity Knocks will see leaders of businesses including Andy Street, Former MD of John Lewis and current West Midlands Mayor Candidate; David Maclean, CEO, Packt Publishing; and Jason Langford-Brown, MD of Lucid Ltd; sharing their expertise
- Entrepreneurs will make Dragon's Den style-pitches as part of a masterclass into learning how to make the perfect pitch
- NatWest and Entrepreneurial Spark join together to develop a day-long programme
The leaders of some of the UK's most successful start-ups are going to reveal the secrets of their success at a business event in Birmingham.
Opportunity Knocks, co-hosted by NatWest and Entrepreneurial Spark, is aimed at people involved in or interested in supporting Yorkshire's start-up, early stage and SME business sector.
Taking place at the Innovation Birmingham Campus on Friday, November 18 as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week, the showcase will include speeches from Andy Street, Former MD of John Lewis and current West Midlands Mayor Candidate; David Maclean, CEO of Packt Publishing; and Jason Langford-Brown, MD of Lucid Ltd, as well as a host of other successful entrepreneurs who will all pass on their advice and offer insight into what they have learned whilst turning their concept into a reality.
Former MD of the John Lewis Partnership, Andy Street is now West Midlands Mayor candidate. Andy has spent his career at the John Lewis Partnership, joining after graduating from Oxford with a degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics in 1985.
Andy became Managing Director of the John Lewis Division in 2007 and he has led the business through times of significant change in both the economy and the retail industry at large.
During this time, John Lewis' gross sales increased in excess of 50 per cent to over £4bn. It has opened 18 new shops, and the johnlewis.com business has seen annual sales of over £1bn making the department store one of the UK's most respected and successful retailers.
David Maclean's Packt Publishing was founded in 2004 in Birmingham. Packt's mission is to help the world put software to work in new ways, through the delivery of effective learning and information services to IT professionals.
Working towards that vision, UK Packt have published nearly 4000 books and videos so far, providing IT professionals with the actionable knowledge they need to get the job done –whether that's specific learning on an emerging technology or optimizing key skills in more established tools.
As part of their mission, Packt have also awarded over $1,000,000 through the firm's Open Source Project Royalty scheme, helping numerous projects become household names along the way.
Jason Langford-Brown is an award winning Business Advisor. Through Lucid Ltd, Jason works with many leaders on scaling up their organisations and was a key member of the team behind arguably the biggest Birmingham start up success story of the year so far, Glide, and their acquisition by telecoms giant CableCom this summer.
Delegates will hear from inspirational speakers, see a live pitching competition, and have the opportunity to attend a range of case study led seminars focusing on topics such as crowdfunding, pitching, intellectual property and growth finance.
Gordon Merrylees, Head of Entrepreneurship at NatWest said:
"NatWest is delighted to be supporting Opportunity Knocks to showcase the entrepreneurial talent in Birmingham and the West Midlands. It's exciting to see pioneering events like this emerge when the region's entrepreneurial ecosystem partners come together.
"This conference is particularly unique as it gives entrepreneurs the opportunity to showcase their businesses as well as providing them with knowledge on the alternative methods of finance available to them.
"Entrepreneurialism and entrepreneurship is key to the future success of businesses in the Leeds and all of us at NatWest are keen to help give new start-ups all the support they need to turn their idea into a reality."
Lucy-Rose Walker, CEO at Entrepreneurial Spark, said:
"The UK start-up scene is booming and it's exciting to see all the businesses growing in Entrepreneurial Spark, but funding is one of the biggest barriers to growth for the entrepreneurs we support.
Opportunity Knocks will let businesses and the individuals interested in supporting them connect and learn how to work together.
This event is part of a series we're holding across the UK and we are pleased to be working with NatWest to help start-ups around the country to grow."
The event will be held at. Innovation Birmingham Campus, Holt Street , B7 4BB Birmingham.
For tickets visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/opportunity-knocks-birmingham-tickets-26637062170
Media are invited to pre-register and will can request interviews with speakers on request.


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8 Barriers to Effective Evangelism Communication
A few years ago, I listened to a talk given by Mark Mittelberg, who was on the staff with Willow Creek at the time.
It was titled "Sharpening Your Evangelistic Edge."
Below are 8 barriers to effective communication that Mr. Mittleberg shared. If you have others to add, I'd love to hear them.
Barriers to Effective Evangelism:
- Lack of freshness in our relationship with God.
- Lack of confidence in the Scripture
- Lack of exposure to the Scripture
- Lack of clarity about the gospel itself.
- Lack of courage to present Jesus as the only way of Salvation.
- Lack of confidence in the power of the gospel.
- Lack of preparation.
- Lack of guts (courage).
The simple solution to most all of this is to spend time nurturing your own relationship with the Lord.
You'll want to share about what God is teaching you from the Scripture, you'll be propelled by grace, and you'll have the confidence in the power of the gospel.
We need to study to know the truth, know what we believe, and know how to share it. We should always be prepared to give a reason for the hope that lies within us.
Let me ask you this?
Are you prepared to share your faith today?
Is your relationship with God vital enough that you cannot help but share?


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Ardmore is now a few steps closer to getting new restaurants and businesses that were announced earlier this year.
Plans for a new strip mall on 12th Street are still underway. Academy will serve as the anchor store and several other chains, like Five Below and Petsmart, have shown interest in claiming a spot in the strip. Development Services Director Jessica Scott said her department has started assigning addresses to the incoming businesses, though no ground has been broken on the project yet.
"They're in the design and platting phase still," Scott said. "They've come up with a design for the building."
Scott said they've discussed how much parking the new building will need, how many restrooms it will need and other finer points of the project. She said Academy plans to have the new location open by spring break of 2019, a little less than a year from now. Scott said she wouldn't be surprised if the project took longer.
"Even spring break is early for them, because of the infrastructure and everything," Scott said. "In front of where they're building, there's a huge drainage pond and they need to move it. That's going to take some doing."
The strip mall is the largest development, but it isn't the only one. Taco Casa is nearing the grand opening of its Ardmore location and the new Popeye's is nearly complete as well. Wendy's on the corner of 15th Avenue and North Commerce Street is still under construction, but has begun hiring staff.
"Wendy's poured their slab today, so they're also going to be quickly moving along," Scott said.
Scott said Swadley's, a BBQ restaurant set to open on 12th Street, is aiming to open by July 4. Panda Express announced it would open an Ardmore location months ago, but has not begun construction yet and has not announced an opening date.
The city is also still working on updating its Code of Ordinances. Scott said the department is working on an assessment of what they've learned from meetings with community members, and will probably hold more once the assessment is done.
Progress continues on plethera of new businesses slated for Ardmore
Ardmore is now a few steps closer to getting new restaurants and businesses that were announced earlier this year.


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The autumn has come to London. The city is rainy and grey and everyone has the post-holiday blues.
I am however happy! Because tonight we're having a few friends over for a Swedish crayfish party. I love crayfish, and am so pleased I get to introduce this tradition to my English friends.
Yesterday I made the obligatory Västerbotten cheese quiche, and aioli to dip the tails in. I also made a savoury cheesecake and chocolate mousse for dessert and the table is set with little red crayfish knives, silly hats and matching napkins. And of course the snaps is being chilled. Can't wait!
Skål (cheers) and have a nice long weekend!


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This tour was always designed to start with Shop.org and finish with World Retail Congress, starting with the focus on the future such as omni channel thinking and activities and finish with observations and confirmation from the more established and developed brands.
And so day 11 started with Philip Clarke, the CEO of Tesco explaining his growth plans and the challenges he faces, followed by a stimulating panel discussion led by author Robin Lewis (The new rules of Retail, a must to read!) exploring further the unprecedented changes & opportunities and the reoccurring theme of multi-channel retailing and it's advantages over pure-play for long term success because of it's ability to interact with consumers wherever, whenever.
A high point today however was reviewing the finalist for new innovative retailing of the year – with 33 short listed contestants across 7 categories, with the final 6 identified but the overall winner to be announced tomorrow evening at the 'Awards Formal'.
There was some great new thinking and ideas and it's good to know that even in tougher times 'retail-preneurs' can find new things to sell to consumers in new ways.
The photo is of Neil Stern Judge, a senior partner of McMillian & Dolittle/Ebeltoft (USA).


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It looks like that the partnership between LEGO and Disney is going to continue and now with a colossal set. According to this post on reddit LEGO is going to release Cinderella's Disneyworld Castle, the same that appears in the beginning of all the Disney movies.
Looking at the first the set look amazing. A Castle with 5 floors and 8 rooms, each one of them with a different theme. I can identify Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, Beauty and the Beast and the Sorcerer's Apprentice.
Looking at the images, it looks like the set will also bring 5 minifigures: Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy and Tinkerbell.
For now this set look like a rumour but, by looking at the last photo, it looks like the first photos released when Disney announce the Disney Minifigures. If it is in fact real, this set will certainly cost as much as the Death Star, around $400.
One thing is certain, my daughter would love to have this castle.


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Made in the USA: How 3 American Makers Find Creative Inspiration Where They Live
As cheesy as it sounds, inspiration really is everywhere. That's why one of our favorite ways to beat maker's block is to go for a walk. You can walk anywhere — to the grocery store, around the block or, if you're feeling really bold, to a hip neighborhood dotted with artsy shops and coffee houses. As you stroll, you take in all sorts of different color combos, textures, materials and scents. Searching for creative inspo is sometimes as simple as letting all five of your senses immerse themselves in the world around you.
Our friends over at method know a thing or two about color, scent and geography, and how the three can be used to evoke memories, ideas and more. If you're familiar with method, then you know how awesomely colorful their products are, and you may even have a favorite scent. They recently launched a new limited edition collection dubbed New Americana. The colors, patterns and scents of the collection are inspired by regions in the USA and the local artisans who make those regions special.
Like the makers this limited edition collection celebrates, method has always been at the forefront of championing thoughtful, intentional design. It's not only about color and scent, but also about crafts and traditions as they relate to different parts of the country. As they told us, they took "inspiration from beautifully handcrafted fabrics, blankets + quilts, [combining] the spirit of the American maker with scents that celebrate our country's diverse landscape." Well, we can definitely get on board with that!
From Coastal Redwood to Southern Peach to Desert Lily, these three scents straight up rule. And their packaging? Those patterns are THE BEST. That's why we partnered with them to take a virtual walk across the country to chat with three of our favorite makers about how where they live inspires their work. Read on to learn all about Eunice Moyle, a San Francisco-based stationery maker; Courtney Pilgrim, a born-and-bred Georgia painter; and Lauren Essl, our favorite Texas-based calligrapher.
The moment we saw Southern Peach, we knew Courtney — a Georgia girl from zero to now — was the perfect maker to bring this scent to life. Dubbed My Friend Court, Courtney's an art teacher by day and painter by night, and she's the brillz babe behind our Intro to Acrylic Painting Class.
Southern Peach fit Courtney perfectly because it's sweet and fruity. It makes you think of biting into a juicy peach on a hot summer day, and the color palette includes sunny orange, grass green and orchard peach.
Why do you think your part of the country is a great place for creative people?
Right now, the creative scene is booming in Atlanta and I would say it's very rich in the arts, be it street art or performing arts. Atlanta also happens to be known for its trees and natural beauty, which makes it very inspiring to be in the city!
What are your favorite local spots to get creative inspiration and what about those spots do you find inspiring?
In Atlanta we have a pathway that loops the entire city called The Belt Line. Along The Belt Line, you'll see public art, parks, restaurants, bike paths — every time I go for a walk or cruise there I discover something new. Some parts of the pathway make you feel like you're in the city and other parts make you feel like you've escaped the city for an adventure!
How do you think your home state or region is reflected in the things you make?
I am definitely inspired by my surroundings and pull my color choices from things I see in my everyday life. I grew up outside of the city and spent my days playing outside, so when I'm in a creative rut I normally turn to nature to find my inspiration again. I wouldn't say that it's the natural tones that inspire me, but more so those vibrant colors you see on flowers petals, in fruit or in a sunset that make you think "how did nature create this color?! It's SO beautiful!"
Where do you find inspiration for new color palettes and patterns?
I think turning to fashion or just my everyday surroundings is a great place to start. After beginning with colors that I'm naturally drawn to, I usually find a way to add in a splash of an unexpected color to spice things up.
What's one piece of advice you'd share with other makers?
Shake the demons. Stop listening to the voice of doubt you have about your ideas or what you want to do with your life and career. Figure out just what you want to do and what makes you happy and pursue it with all your might! Make a plan, set goals and get to work.
What does Method's Southern Peach evoke for you?
It reminds me of fresh peach milkshakes in the summer time! :)
Hailing from Texas, Lauren Essl is our favorite calligrapher ever! She's taught not just one, but TWO online Calligraphy Classes right here on Brit.co. When she's not blowing our minds with her calligraphy skills, she's teaching, making and playing in the Lone Star State. Her scent of choice? Desert Lily.
With refreshing floral undertones, Desert Lily is like a floral oasis amidst an arid desert landscape. We love the bright, warm and dusty color palette chose to represent this region and scent.
Why do you think your part of the country is a great place for creative people?
Texas has so many unique regions and landscapes, it's easy to be inspired with just a change of location. Indeed, Texas has amazing art scenes, museums, galleries and culture. Ranging from Cowboy culture to high-end art, we have it all.
What are your favorite local spots to get creative inspiration and what about those spots do you find inspiring?
I'm so inspired by graffiti and street art, so strolling Deep Ellum in Dallas can be fantastic for color and lettering inspiration. I also find inspiration strolling antique malls – whenever I need a boost, I hop over to Montgomery Street Antique Mall and roam the aisles. I travel to Austin frequently as well, where design is king. Simply looking at a menu at Elizabeth Street Cafe gives me so much inspiration!
How do you think your home state or region is reflected in the things you make?
Texas = sun. And to me, sun makes me think of bright colors and happy tones. I bring in a lot of bright colors in my work, especially when designing for myself. It's hard not to work in bright tones when your summers are so hot and sunny!
Where do you find inspiration for new color palettes and patterns?
I'm so inspired by vintage and retro color palettes — old advertisements, photos and fabrics often have the most inspiring combinations (not to mention great typography). I also find great inspiration in Peruvian textiles — so many beautiful colors. (Photo credit: Seth Melton)
What's one piece of advice you'd share with other makers?
Just start. This is a phrase I'm really into lately. If you find a passion, carve a spot out for yourself in this universe — make your dream a reality.
Where does Method's Desert Lily take you?
Desert Lily makes me think of a really beautifully curated shop in New Mexico, it makes me think of a candle that might be burning. Or even the oasis in the middle of a desert. Light and refreshing!
Though Eunice didn't grow up in California, after almost two decades here it is most definitely her home. She spent her childhood the way a diplomat's kid does — moving from place to place, year to year. California is the first place she's been for more than five years, and the coast is her happy place. Eunice is our Letterpress At Home Class teacher and the co-founder of Hello!Lucky, an awesome letterpress stationery company based here in SF.
It's the natural beauty that surrounds San Francisco that's kept Eunice here for so many years. She loves the herbaceous quality of Coastal Redwood, and the fact that it instantly transports you to a redwood forest where the air is so crisp and clean you can taste it.
Why do you think your part of the country is a great place for creative people?
San Francisco has an amazing creative scene and is a constant inspiration. There's a real appreciation for aesthetic here — whether it be in fashion, food, or art — so living here is like being immersed in current style and trend. On top of that, one only has to take a quick trip to be surrounded by gorgeous landscapes, so you get the best of both worlds.
What are your favorite local spots to get creative inspiration and what about those spots do you find inspiring?
I love the Mill on Divisadero Street. It's a coffee shop with a gorgeous organic natural aesthetic with a little '70s thrown in. They have very cool art on the walls that changes constantly, and the people-watching is fantastic. Plus, really, really good coffee, which is pretty much what kick-starts my creativity every day! I also love heading to the beach with my dog and kids — whether it's Crissy Field, Ocean Beach or Fort Funston, there's nothing like a bit of fresh air and California landscape to get the creative wheels turning. About 80 percent of design is in the rumination and both of these places are great environments for thinking.
How do you think San Francisco is reflected in the things you make?
A wry, goofy sense of humor runs through a lot of what we do and San Francisco is a place that certainly appreciates a good pun and a bit of irony and silliness. There's also a certain overarching Northern California design aesthetic that I really appreciate — wood, natural materials, neutrals mixed with pops of the blue green of the ocean and brights of coastal florals. A little retro mixed with a little modern. It's all in there somewhere.
Where do you find inspiration for new color palettes and patterns?
I get color inspiration from all sorts of places, but some of my greatest inspiration comes from children's textiles, vintage book design, pop music videos, and French and Japanese aesthetics. And the '80s. I heart neon.
What's one piece of advice you'd share with other makers?
To turn off your self-critical voice and just be in the process. Don't get caught up in comparing your work to other peoples'. Whatever you make is unique to you — and the point is to make it as "you" as possible, not to imitate.
What does method's new scent Coastal Redwood evoke for you?
It has a warm, woodsy scent with a bit of sweetness. It reminds me of the California coast and spending weekends camping and adventuring!
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I learned about Bowen Theory in seminary and following it through the pastor with whom I served and several ministers who "practiced" the theory and participated in workshops called Leadership in Ministry (LIM). While in seminary, my professors often emphasized the importance of maintaining a self-care plan and participating in a continuing education group as key components to not burning out in ministry. Thus, after graduating, I was intentional in choosing what I would do for these and began participating in the LIM workshops and a local peer learning group in 2006.
In doing so, there are two aspects that I would like to emphasis:
While I no longer work in a congregational setting, I believe my seminary professors were correct about the importance of maintaining a self-care plan and participating in a continuing education group – not for just ministers – but for helping professionals in general. For me, this has been through my work in Bowen Theory and LIM. When we can work on our own family of origins and lead from a non-anxious presence we can begin to make a positive change in our lives, families, and people with whom we work – if not in this generation, then in the ones to come.
The Rev. Vanessa Ellison MSW, MDiv, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Richmond, Virginia. She currently works as a therapist at Virginia Commonwealth University's (VCU) University Counseling Services and at Richmond Therapy Center. She first learned about Bowen Theory while attending Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond, learned how to apply it clinically while working on a master's degree at VCU's School of Social Work, and has attended workshops at the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family in DC. She began participating in the LIM workshops in 2006 and joined the LIM Faculty in 2018.
Leadership in Ministry is part of the Center for Lifelong Learning's Pastoral Excellence Program, with workshops in Atlanta, Boston, Portland OR, Lynchburg VA, and Kansas City MO.


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Sorts of freedom in Islamic thought
Freedom in Islam refers to inner freedom but first the outer freedom should be fulfilled. Islam accepts freedom of thought and rejects freedom of belief.
In Islamic society, inner freedom is considered. It refers to social and individual evolution but outer freedom spiritually develops the society.
Sorts of freedom in Islamic thought
- Freedom of belief
Freedom of belief could be considered in two ways: 1- belief as faith. 2- Freedom of belief as existence of different beliefs and outlook in religion
The difference between freedom of belief and freedom of thought is: freedom of belief refers to religion and faith; and freedom of thought considers different accepts of life: beliefs, political and social.
According to great Iranian thinker, "Motahhari's view, Islam confirms freedom of thought and rejects freedom of belief. He believes that never should impose beliefs, there is no force in religion (as it is said in the Koran) but it does not mean to follow any kinds of belief.
According to the Koranic verses, we should not confirm wrong beliefs but they should be changed accurately, religion could not be developed by force.
- Freedom of thought
Thinking and freedom of thought have a great value in Islam.
Is freedom of thought accepted without any limitation in Islam? Thinking includes a wide range of aspects, human can think about any subjects, such as: politics, metaphysics, culture, etc.
If we consider thinking as an inner aspect, there is not any limitation for it, it means human's thought innately has no limitation. Therefore when freedom of thought is considered, it comes with freedom of speech. They are never separated.
In Islam freedom of thought includes believing in God, politics and government in Islamic societies.
On believing in God, there are different philosophical, theosophical and juridical views which each of them emphasize a specific aspect of the faith, but all try achieving the reality of the faith. The common aspect of all of these views is freedom of thought and to not believe in a specific concept of God.
There is freedom of thought as well, if we believe that Islam accepts only a particular form of government and rejects the other forms, then freedom of thought will make no sense.
- Freedom of speech
Freedom of thought without freedom of speech has no sense.
Freedom of thought refers to evaluating and criticizing different ideas and thoughts in societies without government's interference.
Freedom of speech includes a wide area as well as freedom of thought and every one in society can express their ideas, concerning legal limitations.
Islam attaches great importance to freedom of speech in society and also its effect on human perfection.
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1. Where did you grow up?
Richmond, VA
2. What is your athletic background?
Played softball in middle school if that counts. Then nothing until I got into rock climbing a few years ago.
3. How did you get started with CrossFit?
Word of mouth really. It peaked my interest for a while, but I really held off knowing how much it cost being a broke college student.
4. How long have you been at CrossFit 717?
I think I took the intro course back in August, maybe September of last year. So somewhere around 7+ months now.
5. What are your favorite exercises/WODs?
Snatches are probably my favorite thing to work on since I started. As much as I wish I had more of a tank to get through the cardio wods, I am psyched to start getting more into lifting since school's almost over.
6. What exercises/WODs do you dislike?
Wall balls! I have no clue what it is, but I am spent after maybe ten reps. Toes to bar are also my current nemesis, but that's because I have a weak core and eat sweets. My fault entirely.
7. What are you goals with regards to CrossFit and what accomplishments/PRs are you most proud of?
I was most proud once I got DU's the day I tried 14.1, took me like five months to get more than two strung together! I was excited I made it through Isabel the second or third month I was at the gym. At the time my PR was maybe 110#, so making it through that (despite how ugly it was) made me happy. I would really like to work on consistency – be less concerned about PR's, more concerned with my form.
8. In your perfect world, what would you be doing in 10 years?
Wandering the world, constantly exploring. Ideally, getting sponsored to rock climb wouldn't be bad either, but by then I'll be in my 30's and it's unlikely.
9. Where did you go to high school/college?
I went to high school in Richmond, VA- graduated in 2007. I was enrolled in community college my senior year of high school and took a few ethics/philosophy courses. I then went to VCU to study architecture. Couldn't wrap my head around the idea of art school, so I quit after a year realizing it wasn't for me. Now I am attending HACC Gettysburg, will be graduating next month with my RN.
10. What is your current occupation?
Full time student and part-time bartender/server at ABC.
11. If you could eat dinner with 3 people past or present, who would you choose? Furthermore, what would you order for dinner?
My grandpa, he passed away a few years ago. (Luckily I got him tattooed on my arm before he passed….he couldn't believe it!) I miss him more than I could begin to explain. Susan Sontag to discuss her life and views, and Immanuel Kant for him to further explain his theories to me.
I would force my favorite vegan general tsos tofu on them.
12. Who is your celebrity crush?
Chris Hemsworth, although I normally go for dark features. That being said, Penelope Cruz. She's a babe.
13. What is your favorite movie?
I would normally say a horror move, but Lucky Number Sleven is at the top of the list. Action, comedy, suspense, it's great.
14. What is your favorite thing about CrossFit 717?
The amount of genuine people I have met.
15. If you could have any car, what would you choose?
Skyline R32, maybe the R34…I'll import one, one day.
16. Tell us something interesting about yourself that we would be surprised to know.
I ran the Harrisburg marathon two years ago, signed up less than two weeks ahead of time, no training. Finished in 4 hours 20 something minutes. Couldn't believe it. Couldn't walk for two days after.
17. What kind of shampoo do you use?
Whatever is on sale and without a shit ton of chemicals.
18. Have you ever been out of the country? If so, where and what was your favorite place?
Caribbean/Bahamas/Canada – I have really put time in to seeing all of the U.S. Now the only states left to see are Alaska and Hawaii so I am anticipating a trip out of the country at least once this year. Top of my list is India.
19. What were your best and worst subjects in school?
Math and English were my best, social studies I hated.
20. What would you say is your worst personality trait?
My bluntness, no matter how it comes off. I suppose there are easier ways of saying things, but why sugarcoat it?
21. If you won $100 million in the lottery, what would you do with the money? What is the first frivolous thing you would buy?
I would buy my mother the old 60's corvette she is dying to have. I would spend the money to attempt Everest, buy a one-way plane ticket to India, and donate a decent amount.
22. You are banished to a deserted island for a month and can only bring one person (fictional or real) and one album with you. Who do you bring and what album do you choose (keep in mind I said album, not song)?
I would bring one of my best friend's Danielle who I have known since middle school. Album…Bane, The Note…or on another spectrum mewithoutYou, [AàB] Life
23. Who do you consider your role model or inspiration?
I don't have a role model that I can think of. Those who create, live free, and pursue their wildest dreams are all those I admire. This is how I try to live, and hope to meet others who do the same.
24. What do you feel is the most important invention in the past 100 years?
The polymerase chain reaction… well I suppose this was more of a discovery, but it's revolutionized modern genetics and molecular biology.
25. What are your favorite sports teams (you can list all teams for all sports you are a fan of)?
I'm not a huge sports fan, but I have always liked the Red Sox. Other than that, I watch the World Cup and usually change up who I root for.
26. What are your hobbies and interests outside of the box?
Rock climbing is my first love, next to traveling. I'll go anywhere at the drop of a hat if the opportunity presents itself. I have gotten really into other physically strenuous activities, like the GoRuck events. I also enjoy multi-media art projects. My goal for this summer is to learn to surf.


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SCIENTISTS attempt to enthuse the public about attempts to photograph a black hole.
"Astronomy is so incredibly tedious," declared Stacey Gubbins, a resident of Much Craplock. "There's a certain weatherman who is always slipping astronomy bulletins into his forecasts. 'Tonight, you might be lucky to see the Perseid meteor shower!' I can guarantee it will be foggy. 'Tomorrow, you might see a blood moon!' Cloudy! 'Next week, you might see a comet or the International Space Station'. This will be some tiny smudge in the sky, but you will have to freeze yourself to death in the garden to watch it."
"Some of my friends went all the way to Iceland hoping to see the Northern Lights. They never saw them. Checking my Facebook the other night, everyone here in Britain could see them, due to exceptional levels of solar activity. I couldn't be bothered to drag my backside off the sofa and open the curtains. I knew that I would be disappointed."
"I added my Bronx cheer to the prodigious quantities of solar wind."
Gavin Rowlocks, local fruitcake added, "Astronomy is very similar to physics. It's just a ruse to con millions of pounds of public funding from government agencies. The only reason the Hadron collider exists is for physicists to be able to claim permanent salaries and pay their mortgages. It's never going to produce any useful results – half the time it is out of action anyway, requiring expensive repairs by highly qualified technicians. It usually gets fused by a fried weasel or short-circuited by a chunk of baguette dropped by a passing bird. Basically it's like one of those bug-zappers you see in a chip shop. It is just there to electrocute local wildlife."
"Astronomers go really over the top with enthusiasm for the latest dull celestial event. As these things are usually so boring you start not to listen to health and safety warnings. I completely ignored Brian Cox when he said I shouldn't look directly at the last solar eclipse. I can now see it permanently. It's etched on my retinas."
"They are trying to get us all excited about their new black hole telescope by calling it the 'Event Horizon Telescope' as if it were part of some sexy Hollywood film. The best they are hoping for is a picture of a 'bright ring of light around a dark blob'."
"They boast that their new telescope will be so sensitive it could see a grapefruit on the surface of the Moon. Why bother? There are plenty of grapefruit in Tesco, we don't need to link together a global network of giant radio telescopes to see them!"
'The Daily Squabble' asked its religious correspondent, the Reverend Neil Down, why celestial objects are so universally dull.
"The only interesting astronomical event, in human history, was the Nativity Star," said Reverend Down. "This star was relatively close to our planet and hovered over baby Jesus' stable in Bethlehem. It must have been fantastic for the three wise men to follow a star guiding them across the country and finally witness that it pinpointed the birth of our saviour. God controlled this star by omnipotent remote control."
"I imagine the Nativity star to be similar to the camera drone that I hover over Stacey Gubbins' garden while she is sunbathing."
"The problem with other celestial objects is that they are incredibly far away. This black hole, Sagittarius A*, is 26,000 light years away. It's only the size of a pinprick in our night sky – a black pinprick in the night sky!"
"If our planet was actually in danger of being sucked into a black hole or we were all going to be wiped out by a massive meteorite, we would all be a lot more interested in astronomy."
Gavin Rowlocks said: "They are already making excuses about the clouds of gas and dust that might shield this black hole – so they might photograph a big hazy nothing."
"I might as well just draw them a picture of a black hole now – to save them all the time and expense. It will be very similar to one of my previous compositions: 'Black Cat at Midnight'."
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Last year I served on the Leadership Institute's Special Events LEAD Team as a member and had such a good experience that I applied to be a Co-Chair for this year. Read last year's blog here. Being active on a LEAD Team is part of my protocol as a Leader Advancement Scholar. LEAD Teams are designed... Continue Reading →
Last year as a freshman I got involved with this organization early on and fell in love with it. Read last year's blog here. I grew very close to the executive board and members so quickly I really felt like I found my place on campus. In my first year I volunteered at several events... Continue Reading →
As a sophomore this was my second year being a part of the Association of Recreation and Event Professionals (AREP). This organization was developed for students majoring in Recreation and Event Management and was designed to provide its members the opportunity to gain firsthand experience in the recreation and event management industry. These past two years... Continue Reading →
Wow. Is it really my turn to be a mentor?? In LAS, we value relationships. We know that it's essential to have strong connections with one another to learn and grow as young individuals, especially when you're a freshman like me. Every year, the current freshman LAS cohort gets to take one (or more –... Continue Reading →
The bigger and badder LDR 100; LDR 200. This was the second course I've taken with my LAS cohort of the year and yes it has leadership written all over it. The goal of this course was to give us a better understanding of theoretical, philosophical, and conceptual foundations of leadership. OR, for a less... Continue Reading →
A part of my protocol for LAS is to be active on a LEAD team and since I'm pretty fond of coordinating events I chose to join the Special Events/Social LEAD Team. I had a lot of excitement for this team because our main purpose/goal was to provide unique and interesting opportunities for LAS cohorts and... Continue Reading →
Wow! LAS-in-the-D was such a successful trip jam-packed with so many new memories and learning outcomes. Detroit felt and looked so different than I expected (haven't been to the city in almost 2 years) and we, LAS, truly had a blast. Planned for the trip was a visit with the students at Jalen Rose Leadership... Continue Reading →
Throughout this semester, I have sat through several incredible leadership lectures. Here are a few that I think are worth sharing. In one of my earlier blogs I wrote about my experience at Connections Conference and the sessions I attended there. When we first got there we received a booklet detailing the different sessions we could... Continue Reading →
Going into Spark Leadership I had no idea what to expect. I didn't know much about the program except for the fact that it was required for my scholarship. I thought it was going to be like every other leadership training where we get split up into groups and go through a series of team... Continue Reading →


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This is one of the hardest decisions for me to decide, I have to get married quickly because I wish to have vicegerent for my parents because my time in this life is short. I had searched for spouse for 4 years but there is no one to marry me because I am an SCD patient, Fatimah is the first lady to agree that she will marry me after she knew my ailment but I did not love Fatimah, I hate everything about her, her height, complexion, face, voice, I hate it all. If I marry her because I am in dire need of a wife, how will I cope in a loveless marriage?
I sought advice from Abdul rahmaan and he advised me to marry Fatimah, he said "it will be better for you to marry her because she showed you love after seeing your flaw, and there is a saying that 'never lose the girl that still loves you after knowing your flaws', this is what you have been searching for in the past four years, don't lose it. – opportunities come but once and if you miss her now, you may not see this opportunity again"
I thought about what Abdul rahman said, I asked him that how will I cope in a loveless marriage, because for a marriage to be a fruitful one,the husband and wife must love themselves dearly, in this situation now, she loves me but I didn't love how do we go about it?
Abdul rahman answered that "love will develop when you begin to live with each other; Safiyyah the wife of Rasool didn't know the prophet anywhere before the battle of Khaybar; there were no pre-marriage love between them yet they got married and the love progresses afterwards"
"It is a must for every Muslim to love Rasool, so you can't compare this with that of the prophet" I interrupted
He replied "is our love for Rasool an amorous one? No, the love we have for Rasool is strictly platonic, amorous love will develop between you and Fatimah when you don't have problems in your marriage, even if Nabeelah agrees to marry you, your love will eventually decrease by the time you spend all your income buying drugs for yourself and the children, doing check-up now and then. Marry Fatimah and you'll enjoy your marital life. Insha Allah"
The words of Abdul rahmaan really convinced me and I agreed to marry Fatimah but I was thinking about how the love of Nabeelah will vamoose from my heart, because her love is still strong in my heart, but with what Abdul rahman told me, when the love of Fatimah arrives, the love of Nabeelah will abscond.
I planned to visit Nabeelah and Fatimah the next day to inform them that I had agreed to marry Fatimah, I called Nabeelah and she told me that they had been waiting for me to give them response, she informed me that Fatimah is really anxious to know what my reply will be. She said I should come as early as possible the next day.
When I woke up the next day, I was afraid to get out of bed because of the reality that awaits me, I don't know how to tell the person I have no feelings for that I love her, I got up and dressed in a white shirt and a black trousers and I went there.
"Salaam alaykum warahmatulah"
Fatimah answered with a loud voice from indoor, "waalaykumussalaam warahmatulah wabarakatuh, you are welcome brother"
From her response, I knew she was really anxious, we exchanged pleasantries and asked her about Nabeeelah, and she informed me that she was busy inside, Fatimah led me into the room and I sat on a green mat beside their bed.
"I appreciated Fatimah for her kind gesture, I knew that she really pitied my condition because it is not easy for a lady to propose marriage to a guy" I said
Fatimah said "when you came here to talk about the agony you are experiencing as a SCD patient and how ladies were deserting you because of your ailment, I pitied your condition and decided to marry you since my genotype is AA, if we got married, our children will only have 25% chance of becoming SS, I decided to marry you as a jihad from my part for being a Muslim, because if we don't marry you, will you marry the non-believers?"
I now realised that she really meant to help me; I informed her that I agreed to marry her as my wife, and we should start discussion about our nikkah.
Nabeelah said "ja'far please, I know you to be a good Muslim and I won't want you to see my friend as a cheap fellow, her type is rare, but she did it because if Allah, I won't want you to tell anybody that she proposed to you, because you might see it as if she is trying to help your situation, but people will see her as being flirt."
I understand the point she was raising and I assured her that there is no call for alarm.
And our preparation for nikkah starts.
Stay tune for Episode 9


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This dessert place is really great. If you have not been here while in Wichita, then you are definitely missing a lot of things. Everything here speaks of quality and tastefulness. Also, the staff here are very accommodating too. I'm not really into sweets but their products look really good that you cannot help but have a taste. What more if you have a sweet tooth.
This is a place for those who love cakes and pastries. They have a large variety of products one can choose. No matter what you choose, trust that every bite of the products they offer here will not disappoint. In fact, you cannot help but bring to go with you to bring to your loved ones because they are really delicious.
I bought a cake here for my mom's birthday and I was really disappointed that I only bought one for the whole family. In just a blink of an eye, they manage to eat it all with the only remaining item on the table is the box where it is taken out of. That is how good their cakes are. From then on, this has already become our favorite place not just in buying cakes during special occasions but also as a coffee place. Their coffee here is so good. Without control, it is easy for you to get addicted especially since they do not sell their products at an expensive price. Make sure to visit this place if you have not seen it yet. The experience is exceptional. That I promise you.
This is a great place to be if you are looking for a coffee shop where you can relax after a long day. This place has a cozy ambiance and great dessert choices too. I suggest you to have a taste of their almond Roca cake because it is the best.


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Brandon, MB – Austin Glover scored 45 seconds into overtime to give the Prince Albert Raiders a 3-2 win against the Wheat Kings in Brandon on Friday night.
Simon Stransky picked the pocket of the Wheat Kings deep in the Raiders' end and turned on the jet. He entered the Wheat Kings' end and fed a streaking Austin Glover, who snapped past a diving Logan Thompson.
The win snapped the Raiders' three-game losing skid. The Raiders are now 2-0 when games go beyond regulation.
The Raiders got on the board first early in the first period. Luke Coleman wired a backhander past Thompson following a nice pass from Sean Montgomery. With 5:36 remaining in the first, the Wheaties tied the game. Ty Lewis found the puck in a scrum in front of Ian Scott and picked the top corner to send the game to the intermission tied 1-1.
In the second, Nic Holowko scored his first goal as a Raider to restore his team's one-goal lead. He pounced on a rebound from Vojtech Budik's point shot to break the deadlock.
The Wheat Kings tied the game again in the third with their second power-play goal of the game. Tanner Kaspick found the back of the net through a screened Scott to make it 2-2 with 7:02 to play.
That score held until overtime, setting the stage for Glover's overtime heroics.
Scott made 32 stops – a number of them of the spectacular variety – to earn his second win of the season. Thompson made 34 saves in the loss for the Wheat Kings.
The Raiders finish the home-and-home series with the Wheat Kings on Saturday night at the Art Hauser Centre. Puck drop is 7 p.m.
Saturday is also Pink In The Rink Night at the Art Hauser Centre. The Raiders will donate $1 from every walk-up ticket sold at the box office or online to Victoria Hospital. In addition, Hair Revolution will be cutting hair in the Johnny Bower Lobby. Adult cuts are $10, while kids are $5. Plus, they will be giving pink highlights for $3. Finally, Raiders captain Tim Vanstone will shave his head following the game if the fans raise $2,500.


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Dreadnought's 1.9.0 update beckons you to "taste the fire," as they call it.
This new map takes the fight to the former human colony of Amirani, which sits at the foot of a volcano, which is probably the leading reason it's a former colony and not a current colony. I mean, I know people tend to settle wherever they'd like, no matter what. But you'd think that after becoming a space-faring civilization, there'd be so much available real estate that setting up shop near a volcano wouldn't be necessary.
But they did, and it evidently fell, for now you get to pilot giant spaceships in the air above the colony.
The update brings improved matchmaking, too. Now those thrilling battles above Amirani might be even more thrilling because the fights are evenly matched.
Other than that, the update also brings improvements to the shop and new player experience, as well as German Localization.
Check out the full list of changes on the official site.