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Taking the first steps to study abroad in another country is understandably both exciting and a little bit scary. But studying in another country will not only help you exceed academically, it will also open new perspectives that you would have never known about.
5 Important Things to Remember if You are Planning to Study Abroad this Summer
If you are considering studying abroad this summer, there are some important things to keep in mind—outside of how many pairs of shorts to bring.
1. The Expense of Study Abroad
We are going to get right to it; you are probably stressing about how much money to take this summer. The expenses you can expect can be affected by a variety of factors, some of which are:
- The school you choose to go to
- Which program you select at that school
- How much additional support is offered at your chosen school
- Exchange rates
- Travel costs
- Cost of living in the area you are considering
In many cases, it can be quite affordable to study outside of the country with the possibility of financial support being available to you. This varies from school to school, but many institutions offer special rates for students applying through joint programs with schools in other countries.
Knowing your options and creating a plan that will best suit your needs will prepare you for how expensive it will be while you are studying abroad this summer. Remember, you can always contact your student advisor to receive more information about the financial programs available to you.
2. Do I Need a Student Visa?
Having a student visa depends on the country you'll be studying in and how long you will be studying there. Some countries have agreements with the United States to allow you study without a visa if your stay is under the stated amount of time. Other countries will require you to apply for a student visa, while others need proof of adequate health and travel insurance. For more information about the student visa process, click here.
3. You Should Have the Right Health Insurance
Having medical insurance is likely not something you are thinking about when traveling to another country this summer, but it is imperative to have while you are away. Here is why:
An Unexpected Accident or Sickness Could Occur
If you are studying abroad for an extended amount of time, there is a chance that you could get sick with the flu or experience an unexpected injury. Life is unpredictable, and accidents happen. You could injure yourself while you are away or get sick from food. If this happens, you want to make sure that you will get the treatment you need so that you can continue your education in full health.
You Might Have to Pay Expensive Medical Bills Out of Pocket
If something unfortunate does happen to you while you are away and you are uninsured, you could be left with an expensive medical bill. Contrary to popular belief, healthcare in other countries is not always 100 percent free. You can't just walk into any healthcare facility with zero worries about how much treatment will cost. Having the right insurance can ensure that you won't end up with a large medical bill.
Study Abroad Health Insurance is Easy to Obtain
Getting health insurance might seem like a burden, but applying for study abroad health insurance is quick and easy. Doing that paperwork now will save you a lot of headaches in the long run if an emergency does happen.
4. Know the Cultural Intricacies of Where You Will Be Studying
It is essential to familiarize yourself on the cultural differences of the country you will be studying in. For example, in a lot of other countries, the practice of tipping your servers or bartenders is considered rude.
If you don't understand these differences, you may find yourself feeling embarrassed or worse. Some things that are not considered a big deal in the U.S. could be illegal in other countries and result in fines or imprisonment. A little research goes a long way when it comes to knowing the ins and outs of the culture you will be traveling to.
5. Safety (Finding Embassies and Knowing Places to Avoid)
You should always be aware of your surroundings and do your research, so you know what areas are unsafe in the country you will be staying in. Your health and safety are the two most important things to prioritize while you are studying abroad.
If you do find yourself in trouble, your first point of contact will likely be your home school's study abroad coordinator or international student advisor. However, if a serious emergency occurs, you should go straight to your country's embassy. Make sure you know the number and address of your embassy's location before you leave your home country.
At LewerMark, we understand your unique needs as a student studying abroad. That's why we've designed every LewerMark Study Abroad Plan you in mind. We partner with trained multilingual and medical personnel available to advise and assist, quickly and professionally if you are experiencing a medical emergency or need medical treatment.
If your school does not provide study abroad health insurance plans to you before you go to study abroad, click here to learn more about LewerMark's study abroad health insurance plans.
Author: Erin Caswell
Erin is Assistant Vice President of LewerMark Student Insurance division. Erin has a degree in Education and worked as an instructor before joining LewerMark more than six years ago.


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Mathematics is associated with slimming down. You gain once you take in far more energy than are expended by your entire body and vice versa. Nevertheless, there's far more to weight reduction compared to a easy statistical calculations.
Try out freeing your diet program of steak to shed pounds. Red meat consists of huge amounts of cholesterol and fatty foods, which can be not very coronary heart-wholesome. Swap steak with slimmer selections. Tuna, turkey, salmon and chicken breast are all reduced in extra fat and calories.
Anyone who is interested in dropping some pounds is wise to add some workout inside their day-to-day plan. It may possibly delight you at how tiny exercising it will require to get weight straight down. It can be difficult contracting exercising to your busy working day. Nevertheless, in the event you playground your automobile at the much stop of the parking lot whenever you go store shopping or else you get out of the train one-stop early on and walk all of those other way to job, you are employed in a bit more exercising, and therefore enhances your metabolism. Just getting in that additional daily strolling will help improve your possibilities to keep body weight away the body.
Try to lose weight other than "hitting the gym." This is designed for individuals who discover exercise tedious or dating with herpes boring. Attempt to technique the mind by doing actions that happen to be exciting like cycling a bike, going on a backpacking pathway, or putting together around the football as physical exercise. You could possibly appreciate these actions enough to enjoy them as opposed to watching them as extra work.
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One good thing to provide you free of some weight is to eat some broccoli. Mainly because it involves plenty of vitamin antioxidants, broccoli is among the most healthy of fresh vegetables. Toss several florets in your greens, try to eat some raw, or water vapor it. Your whole body is certain to appreciate it.
As an alternative to focusing on losing weight, focus on getting wholesome. Although you may feel this really is contradictory to the objective of this article, prioritizing your overall health above anything else will lead you to think more really. Should you not see the final results you need, you may be influenced to eat food products you may not require. Many people fail on their diet plan simply because they attempt giving up every little thing right away. Producing slow changes can help you slim down.
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On April 13th KUGR will be participating in our first Vinylthon! We will be playing only vinyl music for 24 hours from midnight to midnight and will feature special one hour shows from DJs and friends of the station. For more information or if you are interested in having your own hour show for Vinylthon email email@example.com and sign up below.
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Rock Out With Us at Rock a' Palouse a'
Join us as we present our second annual Rock a' Palouse a'! This year's Rock a' Palouse a' will take place Friday October 13, 7:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., in Ensminger Pavilion. There is a style of music everyone can enjoy and it is open to the public.
The event is geared towards featuring underground artists from the Pullman-Moscow area as well as from across Washington. Artists include Landrace, Tons & Tons, and WEEP WAVE.
Tons & Tons are a rock band also based out of Pullman, Washington. They have an eclectic sound mixing the styles of Coldplay and Guns 'n' Roses.
WEEP WAVE are DIY darlings out of Seattle, Washington. Their music can be classified as underground garage rock. Those who like Modest Mouse will love the loud instrumentation decorated with synth and distortion.
Not only will there be Tons & Tons and WEEP WAVE, but there are more bands to come!
Tickets are $5 presale and $7 at the door. Presale tickets can be purchased at the KUGR table in the WSU Compton Union Building or in their office located in Murrow Hall 301 Pullman, Washington.
Special thanks to the Rock a' Palouse a' sponsors, Atom Heart Music and Cougar Country.
For more information, please visit KUGR Radio's Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/KUGRradio/


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Saturday, 4 December 2010
Welcome Christmas 3
Tee Hee [:)]we had the window scene so why not a front door! The card stock I used here is Confetti White for the card base - it's a heavier duty card stock suitable for water colouring. I cut strips of Whisper White card stock and sponged the edges with Always Artichoke and raised them up on dimensionals to resemble the panels on a front door.
I stamped the wreath in Always Artichoke on Always Artichoke card stock and cut it out with snips. I used the largest Clear Rhinestone brad for the door handle and the Circle Fire brads for the wreath. The Real Red taffeta bow was attached with a glue dot as pictured, and to complete the card, I stamped "merry" from the Tiny Tags stamp set, punched out a tag with the Jewelry Tag punch and secured it with a length of silver elastic cord.
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Flights To Berlin
Flights to Berlin, Germany
The city of Berlin is served by 2 international air facilities, Berlin Tegel Airport and Schönefeld Airport. However, Schönefeld Airport is mainly reserved for the use of low-cost air carriers as well as short-haul regional flights within Europe, so Berlin Tegel Airport is the main international gateway into the city. One of the largest airports in Germany, Berlin Tegel Airport has been operational since the 1940s and consists of 5 passenger terminals.
- Berlin Tegel Airport is located about 8 kilometres from Berlin. A taxi ride from the airport to the city centre would take around 15 minutes, at a fare of about EUR 20–25 (SGD 30-38).
- Schönefeld Airport is located about 10 kilometres further from the city centre than Tegel Airport. A taxi ride to the heart of Berlin would take about 30 minutes and cost between EUR 40-45 (SGD 60-68).
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Best Time to Visit Berlin
Berlin is known for its long, harsh winters, so those not fond of the freezing cold should avoid visiting from October to March when the city becomes a land of snow and ice. The warmer half of the year from April to September offers great holiday weather throughout, though. Besides that, an abundance of festivals and events also take place in Berlin in this period - music-enthusiasts will love Mozart May, an entire month where Mozart's music is given centre stage, whilst the Carnival of Culture street parade and Berlin Fashion Week both take place in July. Not forgetting, of course, one of Berlin's key tourist highlights - the International Berlin Beer Festival, which usually happens in August.
Things to do in Berlin
If in Berlin, a visit to what remains of the Berlin Wall is an absolute must-do. Far from a simple barrier of brick and mortar, the Berlin Wall was once the symbol of the 'Iron Curtain' during the Cold War, representing a great divide in Europe's ideals. The socialist East Berlin was on one side, and the West Berliners on the other. The divide has since been eased, but the memory of the great devastation caused by the War and the Wall remains intact.
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The World Council of Credit Unions made oral comments on how updated guidance from the Financial Action Task Force can help credit unions preserve access to correspondent banking services.
The comments were made as part of a consultative meeting held April 18-20 at the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime in Vienna, Austria.
The task force, an inter-governmental body that sets anti-money laundering/countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) rules at the global level, is considering issuing new guidance to clarify banks' AML/CFT responsibilities when they act as a correspondent for credit unions and other financial institutions.
"Over the past few years, it has become more difficult for credit unions to establish and maintain correspondent banking accounts because there was relatively little guidance on the degree correspondent banks could rely on originating credit unions' AML/CFT compliance programs," said Michael Edwards, World Council vice president and general counsel. "We are deeply appreciative of the Financial Action Task Force's efforts to issue clearer guidance in this area, which we have urged since this problem first became apparent to our members roughly three years ago."
The task force's expected guidance on correspondent banking is part of its broader effort to combat banks "de-risking" their customer bases because of concerns about enforcement and reputational risks associated with AML/CFT compliance. Examples of bank "de-risking" their customer bases include banks closing up to 30 credit union correspondent accounts in Ohio and West Virginia, and frequently refusing to open correspondent accounts for credit unions in jurisdictions such as Great Britain, where a small number of major banks control the payments infrastructure.
Other issues discussed at the meeting included potential new guidance on the provision of banking services to nonprofit organizations and on cross-border information sharing about suspicious activities. If finalized, the task force's updated guidance on correspondent banking, nonprofits and information sharing would likely be released later this year, after which regulators would be expected to incorporate the new standards into their national-level AML/CFT rulebooks.


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9:50 p.m. UPDATE:
With another batch of ballots counted, former Sen. Mike Dunleavy is holding on to his massive 61-32 lead on former Lt. Gov. Mead Treadwell in the Republican primary for governor. That's with 32 percent of precincts reporting.
Dunleavy drank a Diet Coke while watching the numbers roll in at the Aviator Hotel Anchorage. "So far so good," he said.
"We're going to wait for all the results to come in but so far we're feeling pretty good about the outcome."
The winner faces incumbent Gov. Bill Walker — who just led a crowd of hollering sign-wavers across Election Central — and Democratic former Sen. Mark Begich.
Alyse Galvin, running as an independent in the Democratic U.S. House primary, led with about 54 percent of the vote in early results. Democrat Dimitri Shein trailed, with 24 percent.
The nominee will challenge U.S. Rep. Don Young in November. He's held the office for 45 years.
In one of the most contested primaries for the Alaska Legislature, Rep. Lora Reinbold jumped to a big lead Tuesday night over fellow Rep. Dan Saddler in a competitive Republican race for an open Senate seat in Chugiak-Eagle River.
With about one-quarter of precincts reporting, Reinbold had nearly 58 percent of the vote to Saddler's 42 percent.
Charisse Millett was in danger of losing her seat in the Republican primary. With close to one-third of precincts reporting, newcomer Josh Revak had 55 percent of the vote to Millett's 45 percent.
9:30 p.m. UPDATE:
The first results of the night are in. Former state Sen. Mike Dunleavy, a Republican candidate for governor, was well ahead of his main opponent, former lieutenant governor Mead Treadwell.
Dunleavy had about 61 percent of the vote by about 9:30 p.m., compared to 32 percent for Treadwell. That's with only 16 percent of precincts across the state reporting. Watch for more updates soon.
The GOP nominee will face Democrat Mark Begich and incumbent Gov. Bill Walker in a three-person battle in November.
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Check out a few scenes from the campaign trail, below, as candidates make their way to watch parties. Meanwhile the crowd is growing restless at Election Central, hitting refresh and waiting for those numbers …
8:15 p.m. UPDATE:
In downtown Anchorage? Come say hello! The Daily News and Alaska Landmine are co-hosting an Election Central watch party on the second floor of the Dena'ina Convention Center.
Watch a livestream here, or come listen to a house DJ while we wait for the first batch of ballot results.
Polls close on a soggy primary election day
Facing economic uncertainty and high crime, Alaskans were busy Tuesday deciding who to put in charge of the hard decisions ahead.
Voters across the state went to the polls to cast ballots in the primary election for U.S. House, governor and a slew of legislative races. Watch for the first results to show up here on adn.com after polls close at 8 p.m. (Ballot counts typically begin appearing between 9 and 9:30 p.m.)
We haven't heard reports of any major disruptions throughout the day, though some found themselves voting by flashlight after a temporary power outage in South Anchorage.
The Anchorage Daily News is co-hosting an Election Central at the Dena'ina Center in soggy downtown Anchorage with reporters checking in with the would-be governors and state lawmakers throughout the night.
The race sets the stage for the general election in November, including a potential three-person battle for governor among the Republican nominee — Mike Dunleavy or Mead Treadwell — Democrat Mark Begich and incumbent Gov. Bill Walker, an independent.
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Black Sunnies // Pearl Earrings
I like bold prints and I cannot lie…!
Nothing puts a pep in my step quite like a punchy print mix. When I wear this outfit, I feel like 100% ME. Isn't that the best feeling? I feel confident, fun & like I'm representing my true individual style.
Print mixes add playfulness to life, and that's why I adore them SO much. Like I love to say, I consider my closet my playground. Nothing's more fun than mixing and matching my closet faves and styling a new, unexpected pairing. Speaking of…
let's chat about this polka dot top. It's on sale for only $31.90 thanks to the oh-so-fab Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! It looks WAY luxe for the super low price. Plus, it's available in a whopping 5 colors. Options, ladies! 🙂
The paisley floral print is next on my shopping cart hit list… 🙂
As for these turquoise pumps, they're on sale too! And they're available in 34 colors (Holy Guacamole, that's a lot!!)
Happy week, sweet friends!! Thank you so much for stopping by! Have fun shopping the #NSale – let me know your favorite sale finds in the comments below (as I'm still doing some hunting myself!!) 🙂


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A perfectly classic wand from the Icicles Collection of hand-blown pyrex glass treats, the No. 01 dildo is a versatile dildo with a straight shape that's covered in a thick, spiraling texture for amazing stimulation.
A round base provides a good grip for easy maneuvering, and can also be used for pleasure, as it's perfect for rocking against your sweet spots, wherever they may be.
If you're new to this type of toy, welcome; glass is revered by pleasure connoisseurs for many reasons, not the least being the previously mentioned hard weighty feel that's ideal for firm massage of your pleasure points, particularly the g-spot and prostate.
Glass toys are also extremely temperature sensitive, you'll be able to feel them warm naturally to body temperature with use, but you can also amp up the heat or cool sensation by dipping your dildo into cold or warm water before use.
In addition, glass is perfectly hygienic, non porous and hypoallergenic, containing no additives or irritating chemicals.
To clean, just rinse with warm water and soap, use a good toy cleaner, boil for complete sterilization, or even place into the top rack of the dishwasher.
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ABOUT FLAGS, INC. would like to thank all our veterans past and present for their service to our country. We would also like to thank their families who sacrifice in a different way at home.
While celebrating Memorial Day with your families, take a moment to reflect on the meaning of this holiday. Remember and honor those who died while serving in our armed forces.
On Memorial day, please remember to fly your flag at half staff until noon, then raise it to full staff until sundown.


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Top 10 of 2012: DJ Fuego Heat
This year DJ Fuego Heat went form obscurity to relatively well known by a handful of people. He's played weddings and become an agony aunt, there's no stopping him in 2013. Check out his Worst 10 of 2012. After last year's top 10 I decided that I would keep a record of all notable events of 2012. As December drew nearer and my list consisted of blank lined paper I started to freak out. In the end it turned out pretty easy... Read More
Cowabunga Bitches!
Last Friday saw Live playing host to three touring bands from different parts of the country, two relatively new bands, The Dollfins, Beach Party and the more experienced Wrestlerish, with City Bowl Mizers being the home team for the night. Eliza Day shares her experiences of the night. This past weekend was a biggie for us Durban cats. With so much on the dance card, people were in a frenzy of anticipation on social media. There was talk... Read More
None of us at DIY have had the fortune of attending Fun In The Sun. It's a shame really, we were meant to go this year but by the time we realised it was time for Durban's biggest dance festival, all the lumo paint and MDMA supplies had dried up. Luckily for us, Al Nicoll was there to document the fun and he was willing to share some of his shots with us for your viewing pleasure. Did you hit up Fun In The Sun? Was it as fun as it looks?... Read More
Hey Yoof! Here's The Troof!: Project Reality Check
We know that it's hard to know what's true in this world, especially as a youth. Luckily for you though, we've got your back. We've managed to convince truthsayer extraordinaire, Skullboy, to fill you in on the troof, a slightly off center version of what everyone else has been telling you. Without further delay, here's the first Hey Yoof! Here's The Troof! The first time I heard murmurings of this... Read More
Rocking The Coast
One day, when Matt Knight writes another review, there will be a review free from genital references on this site. But until then, here's Bob Perfect's review of Rocking The Coast with E.X.P.L.O.S.I.O.N, Lowprofile and Manuvah To Land. Ah, Toti. My impression of the place is that if Umhlanga and Pinetown had a kid and left that kid to grow up on the street, sniffing glue and selling their body, but then that child got adopted by a loving... Read More


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By:McKenna Hawblitzel
Influences from Other Games
- Basketball
- Baseball
- Tennis
- Handball
Rules and Regulations
Some rules and regulations are the court has to be 30 feet wide and 60 feet long and any ball that hits the line is in. There has tone at least six people on the court, three people in the front and three people in the back. There is up to three contacts with no down le hits and they cannot catch the ball or carry the ball over the net. The play starts with a serve and they cannot touch or cross the serving line, if they do that, it is considered a foot fault and a point for the other team. Let serves are legal (if they hit the net and go over). Back row players cannot hit past the ten foot line jumping. The positions go one through six counterclockwise but rotate clockwise. Players cannot cross another plane of rotation until the ball goes over the net. The game is best two of three games and if the game is tied at 24-24 for game point, you have to win by two.
Variation of the Game
If there are less that four people you could shrink the court size to play half court and the attack line is the end line.
- King/Queen of the court
- Water ballon volleyball
- Swimming pool volleyball
Safety Concerns
- Equipment malfunction
- Contact with floor
- Contact with objects (benches, ball, eat)
- Contact with another player
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"Some regulations." A simple guide to volleyball. Web. 22.Apr.2016.
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Thirty years after NCTM's publication of An Agenda for Action (1980), and ten years after the release of Principles and Standards for School Mathematics (2000), the Common Core State Standards have been published by the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices and the Council of Chief State School Officers. The Common Core State Standards have been developed to provide more clarity on what students are expected to learn, in an effort to make mathematics education more consistent across states in our nation and to guide teachers and parents in preparing students for the challenges of the workplace or post-secondary study.
The writers of the Common Core Standards for Mathematics and Standards for Mathematical Practice have tasked professional developers with attending to the need to "connect the mathematical practices to mathematical content in mathematics instruction."
This is not a new idea. The Standards for Mathematical Practice are based on two previous works:
- NCTM's Process Standards of problem solving, reasoning and proof, communication, representation, and connections released in 2000 in Principles and Standards for School Mathematics.
- The strands of mathematical proficiency specified in the National Research Council's report Adding It Up: adaptive reasoning, strategic competence, conceptual understanding (comprehension of mathematical concepts, operations and relations), procedural fluency (skill in carrying out procedures flexibly, accurately, efficiently and appropriately), and productive disposition (habitual inclination to see mathematics as sensible, useful, and worthwhile, coupled with a belief in diligence and one's own efficacy) published in 2001.
Professional developers have been trying to connect these proficiencies and processes to instruction for well over ten years. My colleague, Jim Ryan, observed that publishers have rushed to "align" to the Common Core Content Standards by adding a new cover. I also noticed that alignment to Standards for Mathematical Practice seems to have a wide variety of meanings. One book that I saw identified the homework practice problems as attending to the Mathematical Practices. If that is "alignment" then something hasn't worked.
Are we going to do something different this time around? Have we learned that if we want a different result, we have to do our professional development differently? We must offer more than one or two 6 hour-days on Common Core and expect our teachers to implement the Mathematical Practices successfully. We have to reach a level of awareness that will help teachers determine when an "alignment" is a true alignment so they can choose resources that will truly be beneficial in the classroom.


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Herbs improve taste and add flavor to many meals, as well as increase the nutritional density in the foods you eat. Many herbs provide protection against diseases, can clear toxins from your body and may provide you with vitamins and minerals. Each time you add flavor with herbs or spices you are essentially upgrading your food without adding a single calorie.
Gram for gram, herbs rank even higher in antioxidant density than fruits and vegetables. They are often grown for culinary and medicinal purposes. Culinary herbs are typically derived from the green leafy part of the plant, while the medicinal herb can come from a shrub or other woody part of the plant. By contrast, spices are derived from seeds, bark, roots, fruit or other parts of the plant.
The tarragon plant is a perennial herb from the sunflower family and often grows wild across much of North America. The herb is popularly used in cooking and such a vital part of French cuisine it is one of the "Fines Herbes." These herbs are four of the most commonly used in French cooking and include parsley, chervil and chives.1
The word tarragon is derived from the Latin word dracunculus meaning "little dragon."2 Thought to be native to Siberia and Mongolia, the plant genus (Artemisia) comes from the Greek name Artemis, goddess of the moon. In Roman mythology the moon goddess is Diana, who was said to have given tarragon to a centaur.3
The word tarragon also has ties to French, referencing a little dragon. Much of the association with dragons is related to the serpentine shape of its roots. The active ingredients found in tarragon oil have been found effective for a variety of different ailments. The herb has been cultivated for nearly 600 years and thought to be brought to Italy by invading Mongols, who used it as a sleep aid and breath freshener.
Some historians believe Saint Catherine brought tarragon to France while visiting Pope Clement VI in the 14th century. However, she could not have done this as she was only 5 years old when Clement VI died.4 Other histories have tarragon arriving in France in the 1500s. If St. Catherine was the one who brought it to France, most likely it was after her visit to see Pope Gregory VI in 1376.5
After adoption by the French, this unique herb catapulted into culinary prominence. Although it is used sparingly in other cultures, in France, Germany, Poland and Denmark you'll find it used in salads and meats.6
Tarragon has a flavor reminiscent of anise and licorice. Gardeners find it makes an attractive border as the plant has an upright growth and delicate leaves. Tarragon is a perennial plant with thinly shaped leaves and a hint of silver in the light, making them distinctive in garden beds.7 Easy to grow in your garden, tarragon requires only well-drained soil, regular watering and plenty of sun. If you live in southern climates, the Mexican type may be a better choice as it will not lose flavor in extreme heat.
The French variety of tarragon is suited for growing in pots in your kitchen and can be planted directly in the ground. This means you can enjoy your herb year-round. The serpentine root system puts out little runners, spreading the plant rapidly through your garden. For this reason, you may want to have a dedicated spot for tarragon or restrict the root system by planting in a large pot and then sinking the container into the ground.8
The plants grow up to 3 feet tall, depending upon the type of tarragon. Most French tarragon plants flower a white, somewhat greenish globe, which are tiny and sometimes easy to miss. The flowers appear mid- to late summer, but are sterile and do not produce seeds.9 French tarragon is unusual as it spreads by rhizomes or cuttings, but not from seeds. When grown in your garden, clumps should be divided every three to four years so the plant maintains the characteristic aromatic flavor.
Russian tarragon plants can be propagated from seeds, but most gardeners grow the French variety as it is more aromatic and flavorful than the Russian variety.10 During winter months, cut the stems to ground level and mulch them for protection. Most tarragon plants are hardy up to 10 degrees below zero Fahrenheit.11 Or, if you are growing your tarragon in pots, they can be brought into your home and placed in a sunny window before the first frost.
While growing your own herbs is a convenient way of having fresh ingredients whenever you need them, you also have the additional benefit of avoiding pesticides and other chemicals used in commercially grown plants. In the featured video, you'll discover how easy it is to grow tarragon at home. Tarragon plants enjoy a soil pH level between 6.5 and 7.5 and spacing approximately 18 to 24 inches for adequate air circulation and good drainage. While the plants do have an active root system, the roots are relatively delicate.12
French tarragon plants only propagate through division or stem cuttings as seeds are rare. Root division can be done in the mid-spring as the new shoots break ground. These plants may be planted and kept outside while stem cuttings can be taken during the summer months and rooted indoors.13 Take care while dividing the roots to prevent damage, using a knife instead of a hoe or a shovel.
You may take cuttings from young stems in the early morning hours by cutting 4 to 8 inches just below a node. Remove the lower leaves and dip the end into a rooting hormone. Plant the cutting in moist potting soil and keep it consistently misted and in a sunny area. Once roots have formed, the plant can be transplanted into your garden after the danger of frost is past.
Take care not to over water the plants during the growing season and ensure you're planting your French tarragon in an area that is partially shaded in the afternoon. Mulch around the base of the plant to discourage root rot and keep the moisture near the surface of your herb. Fertilize the soil at the time of planting with a rich compost. After this, there is no further need to add fertilizer. The plants can be pruned to maintain its shape and divided in the spring every two to three years to maintain health and flavor of the plant.14
There is no specific time during which you must harvest tarragon. You can begin using the leaves as soon as the plant has enough to sustain growth. Leave at least one-third of the leaves on the plant. As the leaves are very delicate, you'll want to use kitchen shears to cut them from the plant. Bruising the leaf releases oils and reduces the power it has in your cooking.15
The flavor of tarragon is strongest when it's fresh. However, if you've picked too much you can try storing it in a freezer bag in the freezer or placing it in a glass with water at the bottom. Another option is to wrap the base in a damp towel, place it in a plastic bag and then keep it in the refrigerator. For long-term storage, freezing the plant has better flavor retention than drying it.16
Tarragon has a dense nutrient profile, containing vitamins A, B, C and flavonoids. The plant is also an excellent source of minerals, such as magnesium, zinc, iron and calcium.17 When eaten regularly, tarragon may help reduce the risk of blood clots, stroke and heart attack as it supports cardiovascular health. The plant may also slow blood clotting, which may increase the risk of bleeding if it's taken as a supplement.18
The plant is a natural diuretic and may help reduce water retention.19 Polyphenolic compounds and dietary fibers found in tarragon may help to lower blood sugars naturally in individuals who suffer from diabetes.20 The presence of iron helps in the production of red blood cells and the presence of zinc may help repair damage to your intestinal mucosa and support your immune system.
As the plant contains eugenol oil, tarragon has a numbing effect helping to reduce mouth and tooth pain. Consider drinking the tea or simply chewing on the leaves. Tarragon tea may also help with insomnia because of its calming effect and can help fight bad breath and reduce body odor.21
Tarragon is useful in the kitchen and can also be made into an essential oil with aromatherapeutic properties. The aroma is like the fresh plant and has a slightly spicy taste. Aromatherapeutic properties include:22
• Deodorizer — Tarragon essential oil has effective antimicrobial properties. When diluted and applied on your underarms, it can help prevent the development of bad odor.
• Antirheumatic — Tarragon oil can help improve blood flow throughout your body and eliminate uric acid. This combination may reduce the risks of developing rheumatism and arthritis.
• Circulatory — Improved blood flow helps increase the distribution of oxygen, nutrients and antioxidants in your body, stimulating optimal health.
• Stimulant — Tarragon essential oil has a stimulating effect on your brain, nervous, digestive and endocrine systems, which helps support growth and improve your immune system.
Tarragon essential oil can be used in several different ways:
• Massage — Mix two to four drops of tarragon essential oil with a carrier oil and massage it on your body to enjoy the therapeutic benefits.
• Bathwater — Add the oil to your bathwater and soak to enjoy the effects.
• Tooth pain — Mix one to two drops in a cup of warm water and gargle to help relieve toothaches or sore throat.23
Before using tarragon essential oil, you must be aware of its potential side effects. It contains estragole, also known as methyl chavicol, which can be poisonous in high doses. As tarragon has an effect on the female reproductive system and has been used to treat menstrual problems, it should never be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.24
If you are sensitive to plants in the Asteraceae family, such as ragweed, daisies, chrysanthemums or marigolds, tarragon may produce an allergic reaction. And, as the plant is known to reduce clotting time, you should stop eating it prior to having surgery. Nevertheless, in controlled doses, the benefits can typically be enjoyed without any serious complications.
Consult with your doctor and pharmacist before using the oil to ensure there are no contraindications with any medications you take or underlying medical condition you may have.25 Do a skin patch test on your arm prior to use by placing a diluted drop on your skin to check for irritation or allergic reactions. Should any side effects occur, stop using the oil immediately.
The Spruce offers several tips for cooking with tarragon.26 You'll find both fresh and dried tarragon at the grocery store but will notice when tarragon is dry, the oils dissipate and the flavor is much less intense. Tarragon may also be found at specialty markets and farmers markets.
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China data dump on Monday received the blessing from market speculators to keep exerting upward pressure in the oceanic currency complex, which keeps outperforming in the G10 FX space with bullish breakouts in the respective currency indices.
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As the price action in the AUD index illustrates, the market has navigated the first of a multiple of economic-derived tests this week in flying colors. The Chinese data dump was always going to serve as an opportunity to update the market on the state of China, an economy that alone engineered over 50% of the increase in money supply worldwide since the GFC. The market took a sigh of relief after learning that the dragging trade war is yet to feed through into the Chinese economy in a manner that would worry Mr. Market as domestic-targeted growth policies keep economic activity afloat. The bullish breakouts in the AUD and NZD indices is a clear testament that the market is happy to follow the established trend once risks like Monday's are out of the way, in those currencies where central banks have taken the gas off the accelerator when it comes to easing (RBA, RBNZ), at least temporarily. Meanwhile, currencies in which rate cuts appear much more imminent by the respective Central Banks (EUR, USD), are struggling to attract capital flows. Of importance will be today's German Zew that will play an important role to potentially dictate the bias for the Euro as the ECB debates if room exists to hold back further QE until Sept. The same can be said about the US retail sales release in the North American session, as the Fed factors in all pros and cons to determine its aggressiveness in cutting rates by July 31st. Of course, the bullishness in the AUD and NZD also represent the positive risk sentiment as the S&P 500 validates another milestone by finding buyers above the 3k market, while a considerable exodus of bidders in US bonds since last week also underpins the trends. Meanwhile, the JPY, as its index indicates, it's still trading in no man's land even if the rise in stocks and bonds are in congruence with the argument of maintaining a constructive bearish outlook. The CAD, which has been by far the best performing currency in the last month, continues to pull back from its 100% projection target area, which was repeatedly outlined last week.
* The Information is gathered after scanning top publications including the FT, WSJ, Reuters, Bloomberg, ForexLive, Institutional Bank Research reports.
The NZ CPI is the first economic indicator that will either reinforce or reverse the bullish trend in the NZD (update: came flat), which in the last few days has dethroned the CAD as the darling currency in FX. Next, the RBA will provide more detailed insights into its thinking process via the June minutes. Here, the attention will be in identifying new clues that may cement the temporary neutral outlook by the Central Bank after an aggressive 50bp rate cut action in the last 2 months. Germany's ZEW economic sentiment is another key data point as a leading indicator of economic health in Europe's largest economy. The ECB is walking a fine line, debating if the new stimulus program can be held back until most new forecasts and economic data points are out of the way. An upside surprise may provide the ECB extra room to keep the powder dry (EUR positive) till Sept. While a poor release can have the opposite effect, raising expectations that ECB's Draghi will aim to over deliver on a rate cut by stepping ahead of the curve. Hence, the event is quite relevant. Similarly, today's US retail sales have the potential to be a market mover, as the Fed, while having connected the dots to confirm the initiation of an 'insurance rate cut', to a certain extent, it will be how bad it gets from here on out that may tilt the balance towards a 25 or 50bp cut. Lastly, Fed's Chair Powell is due to deliver a speech titled "Aspects of Monetary Policy in the Post-Crisis Era" at the French G7 Presidency 2019, in Paris. Powell has essentially cemented the case for a rate cut this month after last week's appearance in the Senate, so it's unlikely that his comments will carry new insights into the Fed's policy thinking, so vol around the event should be limited.
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Breast cysts are common in women in their 20s to 30s. These are developed mainly due to poor diet. That's why every woman must practice living a healthy lifestyle or change the way they eat. As a matter of fact, there are foods to consume regularly to decrease the risk of having cysts or breast cancer even. Let's focus on these foods and you should eat them as daily as possible.
1. Dark Leafy and Cruciferous Vegetables
Kale, spinach, collard greens, broccoli and cauliflower are among the best, crunchy veggies you must add to your plate. These are packed of vitamins and minerals that help reduce the development of cysts.
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Other than leafy greens, the best sources of vitamin A are sweet potatoes, squash, carrots and red bell peppers. Cantaloupes also provide this vitamin. It's an important nutrient to prevent cysts so your diet should include this.
3. Vitamin E-Rich Foods
You can also rely on foods that have high content of vitamin A. These include squash, pumpkin, spinach, avocado, tofu, nuts and seeds. These are additional foods to add to your plate on a regular basis.
4. Fiber-Rich Foods
Fiber doesn't only help regulate metabolism and improve digestion. It can also help prevent cysts. So consume more foods that contain this mineral. Among the excellent sources are lentils, lima beans and seeds, especially chia seeds and flaxseeds. You can also get fiber through Brussels sprouts, artichokes, oatmeal, brown rice, bran, pears and berries.
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While you add more of the foods mentioned above, there are also some stuff to lessen or avoid. These are meat. Processed foods also contain saturated fats. This type of food doesn't only make you gain weight fast, but also prevents cysts.
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Foods high in sodium must be avoided as well. Sodium or salt is necessary for the body but high amount of it can cause organs, especially the kidneys, to deteriorate. It can only make the condition worse if you have cysts. You have to drink lots of water in order to remove any excessive sodium.
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In addition to water for daily consumption, juices made out of fresh fruits and vegetables are also good to take. These are nutritious providing essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. They can also detoxify the body and remove toxins, which are fundamental in preventing cancers, heart disease and diabetes. Of course, they are able to help avoid cysts.
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We needed a strategy for load balancing incoming requests from our user-facing applications (android and ios) for communication in gRPC. The reasons for choosing a strategy is mentioned here. Implementation details can be found in Part:2
Need for gRPC
I work at Go-Jek as a product engineer. Here we have multiple use-cases wherein gRPC would make more sense compared to the traditional REST api for communication between frontend-backend. Examples: Customer application live tracking a driver's location, recording location of a driver, chat sessions, etc. We are building a small feature which can even be implemented using REST api. But we decided to use this as an opportunity to explore gRPC.1
Choosing a load balancing(LB) strategy
I started from the official load balancing blog
First decision
The first decision was choosing between proxy or client side LB.
Proxy LB, the clients themselves do not know about the backend servers. Clients can be untrusted. This architecture is typically used for user facing services where clients from open internet can connect to servers in a data center. In this scenario, clients make requests to LB. The LB passes on the request to one of the backends, and the backends report load to LB.
Client side LB, the client is aware of multiple backend servers and chooses one to use for each RPC. The client gets load reports from backend servers and the client implements the LB algorithms. In simpler configurations server load is not considered and client can just round-robin between available servers.
This was an easy choice. I chose
Proxy side LB
Here are cons in
Client side LB
- Have to implement same logic in multiple languages
- Client cannot be trusted
- Client has to take care of service discovery
For sake of balance, here are cons for
Proxy side LB
- LB is in the data path
- Higher latency
- LB throughput may limit scalability
Client Side Lookaside LB may seem promising but still client will have a lot of logic which could easily be put into the LB.
Second decision
Now comes a very difficult choice:
Transport level LB or
Application level LB
I chose
Transport level LB because:
- RPC load doesn't vary a lot among connections (atleast for the current feature)
- Latency is paramount. (Although for a frontend backend communication, I am sure a difference in a few milliseconds at LB level won't matter)
- Far more complex code base for
Application level LB
Some cons of
Application level LB are:
- Difficult to scale
- Requires very high performance hardware. (With the maturity of infrastructure at Go-Jek this is not an issue really, but is omttwa😅)
One major reason for choosing
Transport level LB is that
Application level LB would have been over-kill for us. For the current feature implementation, we don't need session stickiness which is one of the major reasons people choose
Application level LB
These blogs helped me weigh pros-cons of
Transport level LB vs
Application level LB 2
Third decision
The highest amount of yak-shaving went in this decision. I knew in my heart all along that I'd use envoyproxy as a LB. To be thorough, I went through a whole lot of blogs3 just to be completely sure.
I won't mention the reasons for not choosing HAProxy or NGINX. Envoyproxy wins hands-down because it fit the following use-cases we needed:
- Our frontend application can switch to HTTP/1.1 based REST apis anytime it wants😍 Envoy supports a gRPC bridge filter that allows gRPC requests to be sent to Envoy over HTTP/1.1. Envoy then translates the requests to HTTP/2 for transport to the target server. The response is translated back to HTTP/1.14
- If we decide to switch to
Application level LB, only envoy has support for that in HTTP/2.
- Future of Envoy is promising5
- Has first class support for HTTP/2
- Hot restarts
- Multithreaded architecture
- Service discovery. (Go-Jek is rapidly moving towards an architecture where service mesh is inevitable)
In Part 2, I will illustrate a LB implemented using envoyproxy. WIP can be found here: github link
I hope this blog was helpful 😀. Please leave your thoughts in the comments section below. You can reach out to me on email: akshat.iitj⚽gmail.com
Tech isn't putting business at risk just to explore new things. There is a fallback to REST incase gRPC fails. We are pretty mature that ways 😛↩
https://devcentral.f5.com/articles/why-layer-7-load-balancing-doesnrsquot-suck http://wtarreau.blogspot.in/2006/11/making-applications-scalable-with-load.html https://www.loadbalancer.org/blog/why-layer-7-sucks/ https://serverfault.com/questions/233402/layer-4-vs-layer-7-load-balancing https://www.nginx.com/resources/glossary/layer-4-load-balancing/ https://www.nginx.com/resources/glossary/layer-7-load-balancing/↩
https://medium.com/@copyconstruct/envoy-953c340c2dca https://githubengineering.com/introducing-glb/ https://githubengineering.com/glb-part-2-haproxy-zero-downtime-zero-delay-reloads-with-multibinder/ https://www.microservices.com/talks/lyfts-envoy-monolith-service-mesh-matt-klein/ http://blog.christianposta.com/microservices/00-microservices-patterns-with-envoy-proxy-series/ https://eng.lyft.com/announcing-envoy-c-l7-proxy-and-communication-bus-92520b6c8191 https://eng.lyft.com/envoy-7-months-later-41986c2fd443↩
There are 42 people working on this actively https://medium.com/@copyconstruct/envoy-953c340c2dca↩


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If you're a regular reader of my blog, then you probably already know that my husband and I recently did a 7 day road trip in Iceland during the winter. We absolutely fell in love with the place! In fact, it was quite possibly one of our favourite countries we've ever visited. Why? Where do I start…
Experiencing Iceland in winter was so unique!
Being from sunny Queensland, where the weather is warm and sunny pretty much all year round, we made the brave decision to visit Iceland in winter. It was such a refreshing change to visit a country with a climate of polar opposites to where we live.
In a matter of 30-hours (yes, it took that long to get there), we went from 80% humidity and white sand beaches to rugged mountains, gigantic glaciers and lava fields blanketed in snow. Iceland in winter is a certainly a land of extremes. We experienced gale force winds, fierce passing storms, gently falling snow, rain showers, as well as beautiful, sunny, blue sky days.
Tip – The best way to see Iceland – rent a 4WD and go on a road trip!
Iceland is the perfect place for road tripping. In fact, I wouldn't recommend doing it any other way. Iceland is absolutely riddled with natural wonders. Having your own vehicle will allow you to map out your own road trip path, or follow ours. You'll also have the freedom and stop whenever you see an amazing view or waterfall (hint- they're everywhere!).
If it's your first time in Iceland, don't worry, it's really easy to drive on the roads and navigate your own way around Iceland, even in winter. We hired a Landrover Defender, which was perfect, as we were able to go off-road and see a lot more than most other tourists, who only had small cars.
Have you ever wanted to see the Northern Lights?
Seeing the Northern lights was definitely the highlight of visiting Iceland in winter. It's a common misconception that you will be guaranteed a sighting. But the Northern Lights are pretty elusive. We stayed in Iceland for 10 nights in total and only saw them once! They were really faint and barely visible to the naked eye. It was totally worth it though. Lucky I had a DSLR camera and tripod to capture a long exposure shot.
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1 day Nao K'lang rain forest trek
We recommend to you the one day Nao K'lang rain forest trek. In this tour, tourist can get out the noise of the city, enjoy the smell of nature, discover the clearings and farms of local inhabitants also breathtaking view of mountains, a beautiful lake and forest.
Trek is about 12km, we start from a small farming village of flowers and vegetables, we'll walk through village, farm then up the pine forest to thick broad-leaf jungle; We'll following the trail to get up to the top of Nao K'lang mountain, a picnic lunch offers you a chance to try some of the region tasty products.
After lunch, the trail head down to a peninsula near Paradise lake where you can swim, have a cup of coffee or ride an elephant if you desired.
On the way back, we'll stop at the Truc Lam Zen monastery to learn about Buddhist meditation and enjoy the beauty of sunset at Paradise lake. You can take the cable cars to other side of hill and get our vehicle back to hotel.
Group Size: Min 2 to Max 8
Tour price:
|Group size
|Price per person
|$ 28 USD/pax
|$ 25 USD/pax
|$ 23 USD/pax
Trip type: Trekking & exploring.
Depart/End at: 71 Truong Cong Dinh (or your hotel)
Time: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Departure Date: Daily
Duration: One day (~12km – 4 hours of trekking)
Activities: Trekking – Exploring of forest, coffee farms, vegetable farms, minorities culture & understanding about Zen meditation buddhism.
Trekking Grade: Easy to Moderate
Min. altitude: 1.370 m to Highest access: 1520 m
Best season: September to November & February to May (however we arrange this trek throughout the year)
Transportation: Van
Meal: Fruit snack, purified drinking water, picnic lunch. Please note one day in advance if you have special dietary requirements
What to Bring: Hat, sunscreen, repellence, camera, comfortable walking shoes (or sandals)
What is included: Guide, , all necessary forest and tourist permits, first aid kit, picnic lunch & transport as listed above.
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Office: 71 Truong Cong Dinh – Dalat – Vietnam
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This leather holster is a solid holster choice made by Winthrop Holsters, LLC. In particular, this design is great for those who want to be able to conceal their gun in their waistband while still having some comfort and flexibility.
This leather holster is made of cowhide leather that is between seven and eight ounces. Overall, it measures about 3.15 inches in length. This model is made specifically for the Kimber Micro 9mm pistol and should not be used with other sizes as this would put you at risk of accidental firing.
Winthrop Holsters suggests that this holster is slightly in front of the side seam that is in your pants. When worn properly, the holster's back will be angled towards your back pocket. While this particular model is made primarily for those who are right-handed, they can make custom left-handed holsters as well.
Another benefit of buying this particular leather holster is that it is made in a small factory, so there is a good quality assurance factor. Despite the potential for issues, this holster boasts durability and reliability even at a relatively low price point.
This leather holster is another great choice for those who want a high-quality product, and it is once again made by Winthrop Holsters, LLC. They make very durable products that are a perfect fit to your pistol, so simply finding the correctly-sized holster is all that you will need to do.
This particular IWB leather holster is made for the Ruger LCP II, and it is a great fit. The leather will be a very tight fit when you first try it out but simply breaking it in for a few days, as instructed, will fix that in no time. You want to have a very secure fit, and that is possible with this type of durable leather holster.
The spring clip on this belt is specifically made for 1.5-inch belts, but it can also be used directly on the waistband in some situations.
As with most IWB holsters, it is recommended that you wear this holster at three or four o'clock, with the holster resting just in front of your pants' side seam. This will give you a secure fit that is still accessible, concealed, and comfortable.
Finally, let's talk about a leather holster that is made specifically for the Ruger LCP 380. This IWB leather holster is designed and manufactured by Cardini Leather, and they use either black or brown premium cowhide leather to make a durable yet fashionable product.
This IWB holster has a single spring metal clip, which can fit belts up to 1.75 inches in width, so it's good for those who like to wear a slightly wider belt than most standard IWB holders can fit. Once secured, the steel-tempered clip is unlikely to budge until you choose to remove it from your belt. This ensures protection and safety.
Additionally, the interior lining on this particular holster is something to talk about as it is lined with suede. This interior gives maximum comfort to you while also protecting your firearm from damages that could be caused by a rough lining.
Because of the narrow design of this holster, it can move with more flexibility than many other IWB holsters, and this makes it a more comfortable choice for many people. When you want to carry and conceal, comfort is still important, and this holster is quite comfortable.
When it comes to picking the best leather IWB holster, the simple fact of the matter is that your choices are going to largely be decided by what gun you have. Each of these holsters is intended for different guns, but some of them can fit more than one model depending on the size.
Still, we have to say that the Winthrop Holsters Kimber Micro 9mm Leather Holster is the most reliable of these three products. It's superior stitching and durability at a great price simply cannot be beaten. Plus, the manufacturer can make simple customizations at your request if it isn't exactly what you're looking for!
The key fact is that you can find a great leather IWB holster to conceal and carry with from this list, and that should make you very happy!


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the singer with tears in your eyes
The singer with tears in her eyes.
Sometimes you fall sometimes you fly
what is it tonight that makes you cry.
The singer with tears in your eyes.
It's over missing guitars you sing,
your pain tugging at my heartstrings.
The symbols of a songwriters background…
now they're gone and you with more miles to travel.
Miles ahead but you won't unravel.
There's real pain in your face.
Not even the microphone can hide the disgrace.
The tears roll on down
sing deep sing low
nowhere for the pain to go.
I watch you suspended in the masquerade
of the neon backlit stage.
It's there that you try so hard to let go.
of what you used to think "is mine",
but now only belongs to time.
A silent witness to your lonely fight
it's a moment I'll keep the rest of my life.
When you're not angry anymore
will you remember the sadness you wore?
The singer with tears in your eyes.
Sometimes you fall sometimes you fly.
What is it that makes you cry?
The tears roll on down
sung deep sung low
where'd your pain go?


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Environmental Governance of the Great Seas
Law and Effect
Joseph F.C. DiMento and Alexis Jaclyn Hickman
Appendix 1: List of respondents
Joseph F.C. DiMento and Alexis Jaclyn Hickman
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