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Today on Becca's Books, I'm delighted to be sharing with you my review of Hilary Boyd's Thursdays in the Park.
Title - Thursdays in the Park
Author - Hilary Boyd
Publication Date - October 6th 2016
Publisher - Quercus Books
Format - Paperback (Special 5th Anniversary Edition - provided by publisher)
Pages - 353
Jeanie has been married for thirty years, but her husband George has become so cold and distant she may as well be alone. Surely, at just sixty, a loveless marriage can't be the only thing left on the horizon? Then, one Thursday in Autumn, Jeanie meets Ray in the park, and a chance meeting blossoms into a friendship.
They talk, laugh, share hopes and secrets and heartbreaks.
They offer each other a second chance at life and love.
But will they have the courage to take it?
Thursdays in the Park by Hilary Boyd is a novel written with exceptional warmth and heart, delving straight to the very soul of life and love. I relished each and every page of this novel, wanting to race through it to the end but, at the same time, wanting to drag and tease it out because it was simply so enjoyable to read. Boyd writes with such feeling, such tenderness, that it's impossible to not become completely wrapped up in the world and characters that she presents to you. Before I go any further with my review, I'd like to thank Quercus for providing me with a proof copy of this novel in exchange for a fair and honest review.
In this heart-warming story, readers are introduced to Jeanie and husband George. Married for thirty years, their marriage is, you'd assume, capable of withstanding even the most ferocious of storms. But, one evening, Jeanie is left questioning everything, including herself, when George gets up and leaves their marital bed without so much as a backward glance or even an explanation. Clueless as to what has happened between them, Jeanie attempts to tease the answers from George but each time, she's left with nothing to help her deal with what has happened. Over the years that pass, Jeanie begins to accept the distance that continues to grow between them, although her curiosity as to what happened that evening never wanes.
One thing that struck me throughout my reading of Thursdays in the Park by Hilary Boyd was the delectable focus on relationships. Boyd manages to capture family life beautifully within this story. Jeanie is clearly a woman who holds her loved ones incredibly close to her heart, especially her granddaughter who she sees and takes to the park regularly to help out her daughter and son-in-law. The bonds between these characters were so finely created, so delicate and apparent, that it was hard not to feel involved in the day to day goings on that took place. I loved every interaction that took place, because each one peeled away a layer of Boyd's characters, allowing me to see a new side to them, and making them more prominent as the novel continued. They seemed so real to me and it didn't take long for me to grow to care for them considerably. The dialogue was superbly crafted and an utter joy to read, making the entire story a pleasure in itself. In fact, I'd go so far as to say that this could possibly be one of my new favourite novels.
From beginning to end, Boyd takes readers on a journey alongside Jeanie, the consequences of her decisions tugging at the very fine threads holding her life together. From family life to love and self-discovery, Boyd expertly explores these themes while continuing to hold readers tightly within her grasp as she tells Jeanie's story. It was beautifully rich and vivid, tender and joyful, yet remained real and raw in the most striking of ways. This isn't just a romance novel. It's a novel that gathers all of the most important aspects of life, like a rake gathering the autumn leaves, and displays them in the most moving of ways for the reader to enjoy.
I absolutely loved this novel. I looked forward to reading it at every chance I was given, and felt a tug of sadness when I turned the final page and left Jeanie to continue with her life. Becca's Books is awarding Thursdays in the Park by Hilary Boyd with five of my bookish cupcakes. The perfect novel to curl up with this autumn/winter beside the crackling fire. You'll feel completely at home with these characters and their lives, I promise you.
Be sure to keep up with the rest of the Thursdays in the Park blog tour!
About the author
I trained as a nurse at Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital - the best training for life you could wish for. I went on to have two girls, and a varied career – including marriage guidance, running a small cancer charity and an English degree from London University – before having a stroke of luck in my sixties with a publishing contract for my novel Thursdays In The Park, which, amazingly, turned out to be an international bestseller.
I'm an incurable romantic. I don't think there's an age limit for falling in love. But my older heroines often have to negotiate a complex family dynamic, because women of all ages are labeled 'wife', 'mother', 'daughter', and 'grandmother'. But we are also just US!
My latest book, The Lavender House, follows our heroine, Nancy, through a similar maze of duty and responsibility, although her heart is with the ponytailed Jim, a country and western singer totally disapproved of by her dear family.
I'm an incurable romantic. I don't think there's an age limit for falling in love. But my older heroines often have to negotiate a complex family dynamic, because women of all ages are labeled 'wife', 'mother', 'daughter', and 'grandmother'. But we are also just US!
My latest book, The Lavender House, follows our heroine, Nancy, through a similar maze of duty and responsibility, although her heart is with the ponytailed Jim, a country and western singer totally disapproved of by her dear family.
You can find Hilary Boyd on Facebook | Twitter | hilaryboyd.com


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Aurora Borealis Itinerary for basic tour package combined with 3 nights in a cozy lodge in Whitehorse, Yukon.
CAD$ 1329 + 5% GST per person, based on double occupancy.
Single room supplement for $CAD 589 + 5% GST.
UPGRADE to the Glass Cabins for additional CAD $ 200.00 +5% GST per person
(Single Rooms Supplement for Glass Cabins: Additional CAD $ 125.00 +5% GST)
* Prices per person based on double or triple occupancy,
5% GST extra
All transactions are in Canadian Dollars.
Day 1
We'll welcome you at the airport and transfer you to your Hotel in downtown Whitehorse. The hotel is located within walking distance of all attractions, restaurants, banks and stores. We will have an informational meeting and registration for optional tours at the hotel. Take your time for fitting the winter clothing (optional), shopping and dinner on your own. At 10 pm departure for Aurora viewing. A cozy, heated cabin or wall tent with hot drinks and snacks makes your Aurora viewing even more enjoyable. Return to hotel around 2.30 am.
Day 2
In the morning at 10.00 am we are having a city tour including the following stops: Main Street, Train Depot of the White Pass and Yukon Route, Visitor Reception Center, Log Skyscraper, Log Church, Sternwheeler SS Klondike, Fish ladder, Schwatka Lake and some residential areas. Between 1.00pm and 3.00pm, we will bring you to the Northern Lights Resort & Spa. Relax, unwind and soak up the peaceful ambiance. Located just 20 minutes south of Whitehorse, this little piece of paradise is the Yukon´s newest get-away destination - a hideaway located in a quiet open countryside close to the Yukon River, surrounded by pine forests and ringed by mountains. Built from massive Douglas Fir and to meet European standards by your German-Canadian hosts, the 3600 sq foot lodge features a luxurious great room for guest gathering, relaxing, breakfast and dinner use with a dramatic panoramic view of the Yukon River valley and the mountain range. Guests stay in the cozy guest room with large en-suite bathroom in the lodge or in a well-appointed 320 sq/ft. cottage featuring a large living/bedroom with fireplace, adjacent kitchen and en-suite bathroom. The spa & wellness area is located in the main building and features a finish sauna, infrared sauna, whirlpool, rest room and a room for massage treatments.
The surroundings are perfect for relaxing in the guest lounge, the large deck or the privacy of your own cottage, enjoying the spectacular views of the Northern Lights in winter. The open area surrounding the lodge allows unobscured views of the soaring Aurora!
Day 3
Wake up to a healthy European-style breakfast and the lodge in front of the fireplace. Talk with your host about breakfast times. Since you will be up late the night before, you may not want to have breakfast too early. Go for a snow shoe hike, or plan a day out dog sledding (optional tours).Enjoy the sauna and a customized massage treatment in our spa. Or simply relax in the outdoor hot tub on the large deck under the breathtaking northern sky. In the evening, after dinner, you may stay up late again to view the Aurora Borealis.
Day 4
Relaxing day at the resort. Check-out our list of optional day tours, if you are interested in experiencing a typical Yukon activity. Breakfasts, lunch and dinner at the resort.
Day 5
Breakfast at the lodge. The morning is at your leisure or you can plan an optional day tour (need to be booked in advance). Transfer back to your hotel in downtown at 11am or after your optional day tour. At 10 pm we will depart for your last night of Aurora viewing at the Northern Tales Trading Post. Return to the hotel around 2.30 am.
Day 6
Transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Winter rental package for 5 nights: CAD $ 169.00 + GST (highly recommended!!)
Snowmobile Driving
Price for Full Day: $390.00 + 5% GST per person*
Price for Half Day: $280.00 + 5% GST per person*
We will meet you at your cabin and introduce you to the safety of driving a snow machine. After instructions and a trial run with your instructor you'll be driving your own machine (2 clients sharing on snow mobile) over prepared trails through the incredible winter landscape of the Yukon. Includes instruction, the use of a snow machine (lunch and hot drinks on full day tour/snacks and hot drinks on half day). Minimum 2 pax.
Total duration half day: 3-4 hours
Total duration full day: 7-8 hours
Half Day Dog Sledding
Price: CAD $240.00 +5% GST per person*
Transfer by van to the dog kennel outside of Whitehorse. Here you'll watch your guide harnessing your dogs and hitching them to the sled. The highlight of this excursion will be when you'll run your own dog team for approximately 5 hours.
Include: transfers, instruction, use of dogs and sled (2 person per sled), lunch and hot drinks, trail side fire.
Total Duration: 7-8 hours
Why the Snow Shoe Hare Needs Snow Shoes – the Amazing Story of Winter Survival
Price: CAD $135.00 +5% GST per person*
Guided by a local naturalist, our three hour walk through Yukon's boreal forest we will get in touch with nature. The trail takes us along a creek and to the banks of the Yukon River. While walking along the trails, we will come across animal tracks like the snowshoe hare's and discover the creative ways for adaptation to the winter environment. You will interpret the encountered animal signs and understand the survival strategies of plants and animals that make the boreal forest their home. Bring your winter clothing and your camera. You will have the opportunity to take your very special pictures of a frosty environment and an iced over creek!
Includes: transfer, interpretative booklet, snacks, hot drinks
Total duration: 3-4 hours (minimum 2 pax)
Experience the Silence Tour
Price for Half Day: $295.00 + 5% GST per person*
From your lodge, we drive with you to the remote starting point of this very special adventure. There we will show you how to walk with snowshoes and trekking poles. You and your partner will walk all by yourselves along the shore of a beautiful frozen lake. The Mountain View is breathtaking – and there is no sound, except your breathing and the crunching of the snow under the snowshoes. If you stop – there is just silence. You will snowshoe through some pristine landscapes, enjoying the silence and the spectacular views of the coastal mountains. Your guide is connected with you by two-way radio. He is watching you across the lake. Just use the radio and your guide will be there with you in very short time. Appropriate winter clothing is required; not included.
Includes instruction, snow shoes, trekking poles, snacks and hot drinks, campfire, snowmobile supported for gear
Total duration: 3-4 hours (minimum 2 person)
*Due to the remoteness of the lodge, a transfer-surcharge has been added in addition to the regular day tour rates.
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Earth finds itself besieged by parasitic invaders who wage a secret war against humanity in Parasyte: The Maxim. Highschooler Shinichi Izumi's right hand becomes infected with one such creature, tossing Izumi into the perilous hidden world of the Parasytes. Struggling to share his body with an entity possessing a will of its own, Izumi vows to defend humanity with his newfound abilities and repel the parasitic scourge before it consumes everyone he loves and the world.
Parasyte: The Maxim takes the best body horror elements from John Carpenter's The Thing, dials them up to eleven in a way that only anime can, and uses it to tell a tale more akin to the traditional hero's journey. This doesn't mean it's any lighter on the terror though. There is plenty of creepy imagery and glorious gore to keep longtime horror fans happy.
While The Thing is as much a story about claustrophobia, isolation, and paranoia as it is about body horror, Parasyte tells a more focused tale about how the infection affects one particular character. This anime could easily be a spiritual sequel to that movie. The creature got out and it's infecting the masses. Its the sequel that was never made and yet its own unique thing. Well worth a watch for horror fans.


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Melbourne Cottage
1 Melbourne Cottages, Potters Lane, Boscastle PL35 0AP, United Kingdom
Melbourne Cottage is a part of a charming conversion of an early 1900's Coach House.
Boscastle is a lovely natural harbour and village, situated in a beautiful cove on the North Coast of Cornwall.
The Quay, which is from the Elizabethan area, sits at the end of some steep cliffs and many steps.
It is an absolute must for a visit, and there are many walks around the area. If you search hard enough you will find the churches of Minster and St Juliots, which were once made famous by Thomas Hardy.
There are many restaurants and accommodation in the area offering excellent service.
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Illegal reptile smuggling ring lands conviction and $2000 fine
Gisborne, Victoria resident Craig James Pender was this week convicted and fined $2000 for importing exotic reptiles into Australia in contravention of the Quarantine Act 1908.
Acting head of compliance at the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources, Dr Robyn Cleland, said Mr Pender also received convictions for illegally exporting Australian lizards and illegally possessing exotic reptiles.
"The department takes intentional breaches of Australian biosecurity very seriously and we actively pursue and prosecute offenders onshore, off shore and at the border," Dr Cleland said.
"Exotic animals can introduce devastating pests and diseases to Australia— Mr Pender's irresponsible actions placed our national wildlife, environment and industries at great risk.
"Biosecurity is vital to our national interests. It protects Australia's human, animal and plant health by reducing the risk of unwanted pests and diseases arriving in the country."
Dr Cleland said the department undertook a joint investigation with the Department of the Environment and Energy and the Victorian Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, which led to the conviction of Mr Pender.
"A search warrant was executed on Mr Pender's property, at which three illegally imported hog-nosed snakes were discovered. Investigators linked Mr Pender to the further illegal importation of four green tree pythons in 2009," Dr Cleland said.
"Our investigation also identified links between Mr Pender and a person of interest in Norway—Bard Alexander Meringen—ultimately leading to the arrest of Mr Meringen for wildlife crimes and seizure of over two hundred live reptiles at his residence in Norway."
Dr Cleland said the department was always on the lookout for deliberate attempts to undermine and circumvent our biosecurity system.
"While the majority of people using our mail centres and ports try to comply, we pursue those individuals who deliberately do the wrong thing to the full extent of the law," Dr Cleland said.
"Anyone with information about breaches of Australia's biosecurity requirements is urged to phone the redline reporting number on 1800 803 006."


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I have been invited to a Christmas Luncheon in Edinburgh. It's a tad early, but they are making reservations for over fifty people at the Blue Restaurant in downtown Edinburgh. From looking at the web site, it's a very nice place. I'm flattered that Tracy has remembered to invite me since I won't be on site for another month or so.
As a typical (no laughter please) American who's used to the traditional Christmas style meals, well, the menu is almost frightening.
Brace yourself.
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- Leek & Potato Soup, Creme Fraiche
- Cream of Celeriac soup, Chestnuts & Apple
- Parsnip & Honey soup
- Confit Duck leg, Savoy cabbage, bacon, juniper jus
- fishcake, Lemon Mayo, Salad leaves
- Perthshire Pheasant & local bacon terrine, Winter fruit chutney
- Smoked salmon, capers, leaves
- Arbroath smokie & heritage potato chowder.
- Coq au vin
- Fillets of Sea Bass, Fennel & Onion Marmalade, Beaurre Blanc
- Navarin of Perthshire Lamb, Mash
- Port Seton smoked Haddock, Herb crust, salad of olives, sun blush tomato and potato
- Belly of pork, honey, mustard, roasted squash, greens
- Breast of maize-fed chicken, parsnips & honey, dauphinoise, thyme jus
- organic salmon fillets, creamed leeks, champ, herbs
- turkey and all the trimmings
Vegetarian Mains
- Wild mushroom & Tarragon risotto
grilled parmesan polenta, char grilled vegetables
- red pepper, pecorino & marjoram frittata
- Bread & butter pudding, anglaise
- vanilla cheesecake
- cheese, chutney & oatcakes
- tiramisu
- cinnamon brulee shortbread
- dark varhona chocolate tart, creme fraiche
- lemon polenta cake, creme fraiche
- Christmas pudding, brandy sauce
- Coffee & Petit fours
Wow. Not THAT's a menu.


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Bebe Au Lait Review
Hooter Hiders were invented in 2004 for nursing mothers to, well…hide their hooters while breastfeeding. Hooter Hiders nursing covers allow you to breastfeed anytime, anywhere and in style. They retail for $35.00.
There are some woman who could care less about whipping it out and nursing their hungry child. With me I liked to find a place to nurse in private. Especially the early stages when you are both learning the tricks of the trade and the later stages when a blanket could be easily flipped off by a nosey baby.
I gave it to my mommy model last night to try on to see what she thought. Her thoughts were that it was super easy to get on. The light material is just the right weight to have over the baby…not too hot for warm days. And she loved that she could keep an eye on the baby and still have eye contact with them due to the rigid neckline that allows you to monitor the baby at all times. The Hooter Hider was plenty big for all shapes and sizes…almost apron like in style. She did mention the frilly bottom may be a little frumpy but it can be tucked in to look nice and neat. The Mariposa pattern was sleek and chic. Over all she was very impressed. She also like that it folded up and when put back in its little pouch you can throw it in your diaper bag or purse and it doesn't take up too much room.
Make sure you visit Bebe Au Lait and check out all the nursing covers and the very modern looking patterns they have to offer. They also carry other things such as hooded towels, burp cloths, reversible double bibs and more all in the same smart looking patterns. The Hooter Hider would make an excellent baby shower gift or a gift for a new mommy. Lots to choose from. Highly recommended by lots.


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In my last post I launched and promoted my score keeping app for both IOS and Android along with a support site. The project in its entirety took a little over four months, from concept to launch. I had to build this project in my spare time since I was still working a full-time day job and I was eager to see an ROI for my efforts.
Like a child on Christmas morning I waited to see what would happened.
When an app if first launched, the iOS and Android store front's give the app the benefit of the doubt and ranks your app high, but if your app is not getting the downloads, ratings and reviews then it will start to fall down the charts, fast.
Income and Usage Reports : Android Score Keeper App
I was completely unsure how the Android version of this app was going to perform. More to the point, the UI was going to be an issue. Although still accessible in a scroll view, I had to force the app screens into landscape mode which cut off a lot of the apps functionality and content. This was a shortcut that needed to be taken since I was running out of time to create proper UI interfaces for all different Android screen sizes. I believe the results of this decision are reflected in the charts below.
Android Install/Usage Reports
The Google Play Developer console gives a lot of good information about the current health of your app. This includes the Current/Total Installs, Average Ratings, Crashes and more details.
(additional app details purposely blotted out, the next post will reveal the actual app)
What I am most interested in is the CURRENT / TOTAL INSTALLS. This piece of information is invaluable to give insight on how well an app is performing. CURRENT installs tell you how many unique devices currently still have your app installed while TOTAL user installs tells you the total amount of unique installs that have taken place on users devices.
I am generally happy if my apps have between a 20% – 40% active to total install ratio. Unfortunately as of the time of this report the Android score keeper is just about at an 18% ratio.
Let's take a look at the Android Scorekeeper Current / Total Installs over the last three months:
The initial app launch was ok but I did not have the momentum to keep it going up the charts. After three months the end result was a grand total of 45 Current Installs, with over 244 Total Installs. Right now Current and Total installs seem to be proportionally climbing.
If you have a high TOTAL install rate, but a low CURRENT installation rate, that usually means that the ASO and marketing are on target, which means people are installing your app but something about the app is making people un-install. This is the problem I am seeing for Android score keeper app.
Android Income Report
The billing model for this app was initially based off of a Pay to Use monetizing method set at $1. After a few weeks I changed the app to free to download but supported with in app advertisements. There are several different in app advertising companies that you can use, I chose to go with AdMob.
If you do go with in app advertising you will need a massive amount of app usage to see any kind of ROI. In my opinion this is one of the harder app monetization methods to endure.
To date, the Android Score Keeper only earned about $.30 from in app advertisements. Not Good.
The android version of the scorekeeper app did poorly in both sales and installs. While initial installs were not too bad, it had a high un-install rate, which meant people did not like the app. Which of course provided poor app usage which in turn produced very little income.
I believe I did all my app research correctly and ensured during development I included feature's that were a big complaint on other similar score keeping apps. But not spending enough time on the UI came back and bit me. More on this in the next post of this case study.
Income and Usage Reports : iOS Scorekeeper App
While I was unsure about how the Android counterpart was going to perform, I was very hopeful for the iOS app. I spent additional time in the UI to ensure that the app would function well on ALL device types and give a good overall UX. The iOS version has the same functionalities as the Android counterpart and in my opinion looks much better.
IOS Sales and Trends
Unlike the Google Play reports, all that iTunes Connect gives me is installs over time.
I have had about 147 app installs in total. You can see the initial jump from the product launch. But the app quickly lost any momentum it had and fell so far down the charts that not many people are finding it.
IOS Income Report
Like the Android counterpart, The billing model for this app is free to download but supported with in app advertisements using AdMob.
The Income results are very un-impressive for the amount of work that went into the app:
Overall I earned $1.01 from in app advertisements for the iOS Score Keeper. About double what the Android version made. There will be no vacations this year.
IOS App Analytics (beta)
iTunes Connect just recently introduced a new beta app analytics systems that provides additional insights into your apps performance. But there are some caveats:
- Right now it's only enabled for iOS 8 devices and later.
- Usage data is only being allowed for users that have agreed to share their data with third-party app developers, which means the reporting is not going to be wholly accurate.
With that said, here are a few numbers I was able to gleam:
- 48 Total App Units. These are unique app installs
- 300 Total App Store Views. The number of times my app's Store page was viewed.
- 63 Total Number of Sessions. This is where the app was accessed for at least two seconds.
Already I can see a huge discrepancy between the information provided in the Sales and Trends reports and this new metric system. For now, anything taken from the new IOS App Analytics will be taken with a grain of salt.
Android & IOS App Usage Metrics
While the both Google Play and iTunes Connect do a good job of giving me initial install metrics, it does not tell me how people are using my app. This is where integrating some kind of third party analytics software comes in handy. Flurry is popular, but I chose to stick with Google Analytics since I use it will all my other projects.
I combined both IOS and Android usage information here. This is because the tracking I set up within the apps both go to one Google analytics property. Within the apps themselves, I implemented reporting filters so I can separate the two out in the final analytics reports.
How Active Were Users in the Score Keeping App?
The screen view number is impressive, but when compared to actual earned $ its rather small. That should give you an idea of how much usage an app needs in order to generate even a small amount of revenue. Returning users are quite large, so for the few people who did use the app they seemed to enjoy it.
Overall it appears the app is too niche and not broad enough which confirms my initial fears, the scorekeeper market is way too small and overly saturated right now to bring in any kind of income worth while.
In The End
Success and failure is all in the eye of the beholder. While my apps did not have a large amount of installs and earned $, the lessons learned for future projects are invaluable, not only to me but anyone following this case study.
Keep in mind that 59% of apps don't generate enough revenue to for an ROI. Worse yet, 80% of apps don't produce enough revenue to support a stand alone business. Building a business out of apps is a numbers game. You keep trying until you find that golden egg and even then that golden egg may only produce a good $500 a month in revenue.
But. Every now and then.
Someone breaks out with a run away success, a platinum egg. Apps like Flappy Bird and Snapchat are testimonies to that fact.
If your like me and App Development is part of your portfolio, don't give up. Success might be just around the corner.
I learned a lot from this project and am happy to share that with this community. My next post will diagnose and go into more detail the six main reasons why this app failed.
Do you have any successful app stories? What do you think?


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Berber Loop Carpet Level Birch. 100% Wool Yarn.
Available in 4 and 5 metre widths. Sinthetic Secondard Backing. Suitable for Heavy Domestic Use.
A Classic Small Berber Loop With Texture. A more relaxed loop finish for softness and comfort.
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Wool is an excellent choice for rugs and carpets; sustainable, strong, hard-wearing, crush-resistant and abrasion-resistant. It is also naturally flame resistant – it smoulders and extinguishes itself instead of burning. Wool is highly resilient to dirt particles and is water resistant. It is an excellent insulator and has one of the highest insulation to weight ratios of any natural or man-made fibre. Wool responds very well to cleaning. This traditional fibre is a great choice for all kinds of floor covers for long term use and will stand the test of time.
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Hayley's Bridal Delivery
- Hayley's Bridal products are shipped via DHL.
- Wedding dresses delivery estimate of 7-14 working days commences on the same working day the order is made.
- Bridesmaid & Party dresses delivery estimate of 7-14 working days commences on the same working day the order is made.
- Accessories delivery estimate of 7-14 working days commences on the same working day the order is made.
- Delay due to the custom or shipping issue would affect the actual delivery time, we will not be responsible for any delay caused by customs and/or other reason.
Hayley's Bridal Return Policy
General Return Policies
- Contact our Customer Service to initiate the return process within 14 days upon receiving your item(s).
Please note that we only accept products in their original condition, and we cannot process any products that are returned without our prior knowledge. If you wish to return any or all parts of your order, you will need to contact customer service at Contact Us.
- Mis-shipped products: Once we have confirmed your mis-shipped items (item shipped different from item ordered), we will be responsible for the item exchange and postage. You may also return the product and get a full refund including postage.
- Color Errors: If the color of the item received is not what was ordered, you are qualified to get a full refund.
Replacement or Refund
- Your satisfaction is of utmost importance to us. Upon arrival of your package, it is suggested that you check the dress to make sure it has been made in accordance with your order specifications. Please note that you need to contact us to initiate the returning process.
- If you are returning or exchanging dresses or accessories, please make sure they are in their original conditions - unworn, unwashed, unaltered, undamaged, clean, free of lint and hair and with tags intact and attached. You will be responsible for all return shipping costs.
Defective, Damaged or Mis-shipped Items
- You are qualified to get a full refund if your items are defective, damaged or mis-shipped. Most returns will process in 4 weeks.
Sizing or Fitting Issues
- As all of our dresses are hand-sewn and customized, the finished gown may vary by approximately one inch in either direction of the specified measurements.
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It wasn't that long ago that the Professor stood at a crossroad. I wasn't about to sell my soul to the devil or anything that dramatic, but I did have to choose a path to take: one that would have led me to a pulpit and the other would lead me to teach young minds.
Long story short, after a lot of serious introspection I realized I had more questions than answers so the classroom seemed like a better fit for me and I left the study of Philosophy for the study of all the Arts and I've been a better man for it.
Sometimes though, I have to wonder what that other path would have been like; lighting a path to heaven for my friends. But I realize that spirituality is a journey that each person has to take for him or herself. My own journey has brought me back home to Jordan's Branch where I follow the seasons and find miracles in the nature outside my door.
And I find salvation in the music. There are sounds that bring us closer to the God I think I know – and if that's not your thing, good on you, the Professor is not a preacher. I find spirit in different forms of music, but the things I try to bring to you have a power in them that I think make the world a slightly better place.
When I find a kindred spirit, it makes me happy, and when I get to write about them, I find a certain joy that I can't quite explain. So when Fabulous Frank sent me a batch of new CDs (thank you Frank), I pulled out one from Reverend Freakchild called HILLBILLY ZEN-PUNK BLUES.
The title alone makes me want to slap it into the CD player.
The first track on the disc, All I Got Is Now, is one of seven written by the good Reverend. Another is a traditional song that he arranged. A kind of swamp infused number with some pointed lyrics. Freakchild reminds us of the preciousness of each single moment. I, for one, appreciate the reminder.
Next he lays down the first of three instrumentals, a rarity among albums these days. Angel$ of Mercy is a plaintive number, one that evokes melancholy by using simple riffs that are beautifully layered over each other. Freakchild's guitar is followed by Hugh Pool's lost harmonica and Chris Parker's brushed drums. It's a haunting sound.
Then he performs a song recorded by another man of the cloth, Reverend Gary Davis, It's Gonna Be Alright. Freakchild and company give it a faithful old school rendering and it has a nice Gospel feel. He then preaches a little more modern gospel that was once espoused by underground illustrator and blues aficionado, Robert Crumb, Keep On Trucking. After all, we have to keep on going in this life, and the two songs create a powerful message with a funky beat.
The second instrumental, Lullaby, is a sweet song that displays Freakchild's dexterity on the strings. It slides deftly into Moonlight Messages, another old school piece with decidedly modern lyrics. It's another sweet song that evokes a slightly more innocent time.
By now it's obvious that the Reverend Freakchild (and his many pseudonyms) is a very accomplished musician with a deep love of the blues, but not a slavish devotion. He adds other instrumentation and takes his music into different directions. He loves to explore his own path and he's not afraid to step out where others have never dared to go. For that alone, he is to be commended and I can't wait to pick up his other CDs and would love to produce a feature on his work for Time For The Blues.
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He ends the album with an old traditional song, I Wish I Was In Heaven Sitting Down. Again, we're back in familiar territory with that swampy feel. Freakchild changes his vocal delivery quite a bit for the song and brings in a tent revival feel with a driving beat.
Hillbilly Zen-Punk Blues was a pleasant surprise. I discovered a talent of which I had been unaware. That's always a delight in my eyes, but in this case it's a revelation – The Reverend Freakchild is a talent worth knowing. I've not run into him before as an act on the festival circuit, but that may be because I haven't gone looking for him.
But you better believe from here on out, I will be searching for the good Reverend and I'm sure our paths will cross somewhere in the future.
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Sunday really seems to be the day that I get a lot of things done. And this past morning was a pretty big deal for me.
I went in and got my first full Brazilian wax and butt wax, yes butt wax. So I decided to blog about my experience for anyone considering waxing, whether you're female or male!
The 411
So, being a girl with dark hair and extremely pale skin, body hair is an eyesore to me. I envy the blonde for 2 reasons, 1 you can dye your hair any color you want without bleaching it and it'll show beautifully. And 2, your body hair isn't nearly as visible. I digress.
Shaving is just ehhhh, a pain in the pussy, pun intended. No matter how soft or firm I shave, no matter the razor type or brand, no matter the shaving cream, I cut myself, get razor bumps, and I'm maybe smooth for a day. And of course the fact that I can't reach every place. I'm not very flexible and I have thick thighs, nuff said.
So after much debating, I decided to just do it. I knew I had to wait 3 to 4 solid weeks for the hair to grow out, which I'll admit was annoying.
Making the Apt
I dunno about anyone else out there, but when your hair is growing back on your crotch area, does it not itch so much? Cuz for me it was just obnoxious. I washed it and kept it clean every day, but still it itched, especially if I was exercising and sweating.
I decided on the European Waxing Center that's very close to my home. I knew I wanted to go to a place that specialized in only waxing. No nail salons or hair salons. I downloaded the app and made an apt without having to call in. I could choose my waxer, and got a time!
I read the local reviews of the place and found that one waxer was praised very highly by the most people, so I chose her. If you've never been to a place and are getting a service, it doesn't hurt to check your local reviews and see who's name pops up most.
Cuz I had no idea who to pick, and for this delicate of a procedure, I wanted the best.
Nervous Wreck
I woke up early that day, I'll admit I was crazy nervous. It felt like the exact same panic I have when I know I'm going to the doctors.
I washed my downtown business thoroughly, no way was I gonna go in there with having anything but a pussy smelling like flowers.
I arrived 30mins early, plenty of time to sit and stew in my own sweaty panic. When I'm nervous, I sweat like crazy, it's awful.
The Esthetician came out and right away was very sweet to me. She could probably tell right off the bat how nervous I was. We went back to a private room and she asked me to strip off my bottoms, underwear an all.
I commented how scared I was and she instantly with a perky tone said, "don't be! We're both girls and I see it all the time! When I have free time I ask one of my coworkers to wax me. Nothing to be shy about and I'll take good care of you." I'll say, this put me at ease some. Her attitude was so positive and welcoming that even though she'd be seeing my lady goods, I wasn't as shy.
Stupid Table Paper (tiny rant)
So I hopped up on the table, ripping that stupid paper they have so you don't touch the table itself. I hate that paper, I know it's for a reason, but something about that ripping just embarrasses me. Like I'm so sweaty it sticks to me and just "ripppppp". Plus I mean come on, you're getting up on a table and spreading your legs for a stranger to touch and see.
Same thing happens at the stupid gynecologist. Like you're already nervous and uncomfortable, but if you're a nervous sweater like me, having the paper just stick to you and rip while you're exposed is just ugh, embarrassing. (Maybe I'm the only one with this problem but I needed to vent)
The Business
I spread my legs in a butterfly position and she began talking to me. Asking me questions about my life and my interests. Simultaneously spreading the wax on the area. This wasn't strips they used, it was wax you peel off, I'm not sure honestly which is better or worse, strips or just the wax itself you pull off. Both hurt so eh.
She automatically told me that the first 4 would be the worst because it's what takes off the majority of the hair. And I knew my hair was thick and not gonna go down without a fight for dear life.
For Future Reference
Anytime someone says, "ok I'll just tell you when to breathe in, and take a deep breath", you know you're in for some pain.
She did just that, and I was trying with all my might to not hold in and then pass out. For some reason, when I'm told to breathe, I instantly hold my breath like I'm preparing for a deep sea dive.
She ripped and–
I'm not gonna sugar coat it my sweet readers, this was a "oh holy shit" moment. It hurt, a lot, then the next one came and my leg actually twitched and flinched. She was still talking to me and I did my best to focus on her words rather than the shocks of pure pain. After the 6th one, I suppose I knew that it wouldn't hurt any more than it already had, and I just became used to it.
Still reminds me of that infamous scene in the 40 Year old Virgin. When he's getting waxed, that was actually him being waxed. And his cries in pain are not over exaggerated.
My butt actually hurt more than I thought it would, those tender soft areas like the stomach and inner thighs, they just can't take much pain.
Smooth Sailing (the result)
After all was said and done, it took maybe, 15 to 20mins. She put a serum on my situation and I got dressed.
Not gonna lie, I was fully expecting to not be able to walk outta there without being in pain. I figured I'd be raw and sore and bleeding for at least the rest of the day. But, I was totally fine.
The funny thing about waxing is that the initial pain is intense, but there's no after pain. Like no residual stinging or soreness, it's just calm. Maybe in appearance it's red and even bleeding slightly (which is normal) but you don't feel any pain.
So if you're considering a wax, I say to try it at least once. No shaving there, showers are shorter, results are longer. And the hair grows back less thick and less numerous. So each time you wax, it gets easier. It's smooth and bump free! Perfectly kissable 💋😌
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A 79th minute penalty from Wayne Corden gave the Stags a valuable point at Huddersfield and moved the side out of the relegation zone.
Huddersfield: Senior, Moses, Gavin, Brown, Sharp, Holland, Irons, Mattis, Schofield, Booth, Smith. Subs: Stead, Worthington, Thorrington, Heary, Jeffery.
Mansfield: Welch, Doane, Eaton, Day, Hassell, Corden, Curtis, Disley, Mendes, Christie, Lawrence. Subs: Pilkington, Williamson, Gadsby, Mitchell, Larkin.
Referee: A Bates (Staffordshire).
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SPOT king Wayne Corden earned Mansfield a precious point from their big relegation clash at fellow-strugglers Huddersfield's plush McAlpine Stadium last night.
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But Mansfield, roared on by a huge following at their backs, created danger of their own when Corden made space for a teasing cross, only for Christie to completely miss his attempted overhead-kick finish.
On 14 minutes home keeper Senior had his first save to make as Corden cut in and drilled a low shot on target.
Mendes' pace was causing the Terriers problems on the right, and when he sped past two defenders and crossed low Christie went down too easily under a challenge from Gavin with no question of a penalty.
Senior twice comfortably gathered Corden free kicks from promising positions. But Smith was again the danger man as he set up Holland who miscued his finish from 16 yards.
Irons then had an 18-yard shot deflected inches wide for a corner on 31 minutes.
Mansfield enjoyed another good spell of pressure but were almost caught on the break as Day slipped when trying to stay with Booth down the right, the striker's cross then almost creeping under the bar, Welch turning it over at the last minute.
Pacy winger Thorrington replaced Mattis at the break for the visitors.
Stags had an early injury scare when Hassell stayed down holding a knee after a memorable run that began with an interception in his own half and carried him storming into the Terriers' penalty box. Much to Mansfield's relief he was able to continue after treatment.
But disaster struck shortly afterwards when Huddersfield grabbed the lead out of the blue on 51 minutes, leaving keeper Welch red-faced.
Smith broke down the right, and from 20 yards sent a curling shot across goal. Welch was happy to stand his ground as he thought the ball was going wide of the far post, but to his horror it curled just inside and nestled in the net.
Clearly stunned, Mansfield stepped up the offensive, forcing two corners while Lawrence had a hopeful shot punched out by Senior.
With the home fans finding their voice for the first time all night their team were responding with their best spell of possession so far.
And Curtis pulled off a timely tackle on Smith in the box as he shaped to tuck away Schofield's low cross.
Mansfield slowly re-asserted their authority and Holland almost put through his own goal, under pressure from Disley, from a low Mendes cross, the ball passing narrowly wide for a corner.
The home side survived a torrid scramble when that came over and Mansfield continued to build their corner count forcing three more without profit.
The Stags bench began to ring the changes with Larkin replacing Lawrence up front on 71, and then going with three at the back five minutes later as Willamson replaced Doane.
It almost paid off within a minute as Christie turned sharply to get in a spearing low shot from 18 yards which Senior did well to clutch.
But the equaliser was not long in coming. Eaton's long free kick 11 minutes from time was headed on by Disley but prevented from reaching Larkin by the hand of Gavin. The referee had no hesitation in awarding the penalty, and ice-cool Corden stepped up to send the keeper the wrong way.
Welch was the hero three minutes from time as he kept out Thorrington's low finish with his knees after Smith found him unmarked.
HUDDERSFIELD: Senior, Moses, Gavin, Brown, Sharp, Mattis (Thorrington h/t), Irons (Heary 62), Holland, Booth, Schofield (Stead 89), Smith. Subs not used: Worthington, Jeffery.
STAGS: Welch, Christie, Hassell, Eaton, Lawrence (Larkin 71), Doane (Williamson 76), Day, Curtis, Corden (Gadsby 90), Mendes. Subs not used: Pilkington, Mitchell.
REFEREE: Tony Bates of Stoke.
SCORERS: Huddersfield - Smith 51. Mansfield - Corden 79 (pen).
CAUTIONS: Mansfield - Mendes 84 (unsporting conduct)
STAGS MAN OF THE MATCH: Bobby Hassell.
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2.Explain the arguments made by each of these people.
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Most types of injectable vaccine and non-vaccine products have rarely been associated with sarcoma development in dogs, but some dogs may develop a site specific sarcoma following rabies vaccination. In fact, reports of a sarcoma (a cancerous mass arising from bone, cartilage, fat or muscle) developing at the site of vaccine injection sites in some animals have led to the suspicion of a link between the vaccine and a disposition in some animals to this type of reaction.
These tumors are characterized as highly invasive, rapidly growing, and malignant. Metastatic (spreading) rates are reported to be 22.5 to 24 percent. Often, the cancer spreads to the lungs, but it may spread to the regional lymph nodes and to the skin as well.
The cause for the sarcoma development is unknown, but it is believed that local inflammation must first occur for the malignant mass to follow. In addition, initial reports focused on vaccine adjuvants (assisting ingredients) containing aluminum as a potential cause of the sarcoma. However, the role of aluminum is unclear because not all adjuvants used in the vaccines that have been associated with sarcoma formation have contained aluminum.
Lesions occur at the site of the vaccination, persisting and/or growing in size. In the advanced stages, the lesions will become fixed and occasionally ulcerated.
Vaccination with the rabies vaccine appears the be the underlying cause of this type of sarcoma. Moreover, the risk of developing the tumors may increase with the frequency and number of vaccinations given.
You will need to give a thorough history of your dog's health, onset of symptoms, and possible incidents that might have precipitated this condition. Your veterinarian will order a blood chemical profile, a complete blood count, a urinalysis and an electrolyte panel.
To assess the spread of cancert, X-ray imaging of the chest and abdomen should be done. Computed tomography (CT) images with contrasting agents, meanwhile, is used because the agents enable to veterinarian to examine the area more readily.He or she can then record the location, shape, and size of all masses occurring at the injection sites.
Masses at vaccination sites that persist for longer than three months, are larger than two centimeters in diameter, or increase in size one month after the injection should be biopsied. Advanced lesions should also be biopsied prior to definitive treatment.
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Washington: Some popular toys produce noise equal to that of a chain saw or rumble of a subway train and could damage hearing of children, reveals a study.
Otolaryngology (dealing with the ear, nose and throat) researchers from the University of California Irvine, tested 10 of the loudest toys available in stores and found that they exceed 90 deciBels and several reached 100 or more deciBels.
The toys include Road Rippers Lightning Rods, Tonka Mighty Motorized Fire Truck, Marvel Super Shield Captain America, Green Lantern Colossal Cannon, etc, said a university statement.
"Generally toys are safe if used properly," said Hamid Djalilian, associate professor of otolaryngology and director of neurotology and skull base surgery at California.
"We tested the sound levels at the speaker and again at 12 inches, which is about the length of a toddler`s arm," he said.
According to Djalilian: "Children are very sensitive to loud and high-pitched sounds. Problems can arise if a noisy toy is held too close to the ears, hearing loss from noise damage is permanent and not currently curable."
Unprotected exposure to sounds above 85 decibels for a prolonged period can lead to hearing impairment, according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology.
Two factors contribute to this - loudness and duration. The louder a sound is, the less time it takes to cause hearing loss, Djalilian noted.
He suggested that someone buying a noisy toy for a child should pay attention to the speaker`s location, which usually should be under the item than on top.
Djalilian also recommended that an adult should hold the toy and listen to its sound.
"If it hurts your ears then it`s probably too loud for a child," he added.
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Honoring The men and women who serve or have served our country.
Reprinted with permission:
"Thunder Roads Magazine of Louisiana" April, 2005
Written by: Dewayne "Nappy" Chauvin - Editor/Owner
Waking your wife up at 3am in the morning with the revelation "we need to buy another motorcycle" is about as smart as lying naked over a red ant pile. Not a very good idea at the time but it still didn't stop Gary Towers of Granbury, TX from interrupting wife, Brenda from a good nights rest. You see at the time, Gary had been stewing on this idea that a tribute bike has been long overdue for America's Veterans. Gary's bike of choice has always been Harley-Davidson and through the years, the Motor Company has produced many special edition models for various deserving groups but never anything for Vets. But Gary knew that a tribute bike of this theme wasn't an easy task.
But still the thought held merit.
Getting over her missed resting hours, Brenda indulged Gary's ideas through heavy eyelids. And knowing Gary as well as she did, it was inevitable the concept would turn out to be reality.
Gary's search for a new bike to become his dream ended with the purchase of a 2004 FLHTPI Ultra-Glide Police Special. and within a couple of months and contact with his appointed artist, Gary found his paint slinger. Scott "Shark" Draper of Shark Performance Art spent time with Gary listening to his concepts, ideas, and of course slim budget. During their 3-hour consultation, Shark knew deep in his heart that this was a bike that he had to be involved in. Gary was specific about the certain look he had in mind for his project and a red, white and blue "flag" style paint job was not on his list of ideas. Shark, of course, thought otherwise. But with a slight twist of course. Shark's famous words "Trust Me" worried Gary because as he'd spit out ideas, Shark would smile and just say those two words. Despite Gary's concerns the project began.
Shark, the airbrush artist, with the help of Jerry Bowman, the graphics guru, started on the paint processes. What does the project start with? Why, a red, white and blue flag-style paint job. Gary was floored. This is not what he had in mind nor wanted. But those words to make one worry were spoken again and again, "Trust Me". What else was Gary to do? And rightly so, because Shark incorporated his experiment. With the flag colors prepped, a coat of black was dusted over to give the flag a ghost look, and laid out as the base for the murals. From there, the tributes began. All five branches of America's Military Service are represented on this bike. There is no tribute to any particular theater from wartime, and, no identifications to any particular vehicle featured either. This bike had to pay tribute to every veteran of every war or conflict. The recognized branches of the US Military featured are the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard. Also featured atop the saddlebags are honor tributes to the founding dates of each branch of service with the 6th dog tag honoring America's Birthday. The bike goes further by incorporating sun-up to sundown themes throughout the murals found on the right hand side of the bike. Close attention was paid in honoring those fallen as well. This subtle tribute shows the bayoneted weapon barrel down with helmet on top. Shark normally signs his work but this bike couldn't be violated with the standard artist's signature so instead, he placed his signature in a unique way. It's up to the admirer to find the 4 sharks located throughout this beautiful steel canvas. As the author is not giving any hints either.
With deep clear coated sheet metal, the bike was assembled with accessories galore relating to the military. From the grenades on the highway pegs, bayonet shift rod, perforated gun barrel exhaust, eagle wing mirrors to the beautifully hand stitched seat with 3-color Ostrich skin eagle by Carmen Allen, professional saddle maker of Moto Saddles in Ft. Worth. These are just drops in the bucket to all the items found on this ride. and those dreadful words "Trust Me" spoken by Shark, became words of comfort as you see the subtle ghost flag in red, white and blue under the base coat in direct sunlight. All murals and branch crests were airbrushed and/or hand painted. You will not find any decals on this bike.
This bike has won 9 trophies in 8 bike shows. It was also featured by invitation only during Harley-Davidson's Private Collection showing at the 21st National HOG Rally in Richmond, VA. Affectionately named "Joe" by wife Brenda, this bike even received an audience by Willie G. himself.
There is not an event or showing that goes by that Gary doesn't become teary-eyed. Someone always finds "Joe" speaking to them in the form of "Thanks". This became wife Brenda's revelation one day when Gary displayed his bike at an American Legion gathering. While disassembling his bike display, adorned with rifles as barrier stands connecting chains and his display of trophies and plaques, the Veterans encouraged Gary to start the bike up. They were adamant despite Gary's concern for the loud exhaust. But these Vets wouldn't have it. They just had to hear the sound. A flick of the switch and twist of the throttle and suddenly the hall was filled with cheers and shouts that well overcame the sounds emitted from the pipes of Gary's concern. As Gary drove the bike out of the building one Vet walked over to Brenda a told her this was the first "Thank You" he ever received since he returned from service during the war. It was then Brenda understood completely why this bike was so important to Gary.
When one approaches this bike knowing what it represents, it becomes an emotional experience. Customized bikes and choppers may get lots of attention during shows, but rarely do they hold the honor of being a bike who's legacy is passed on through praise for it's ability to touch the heart and awaken the pride one has for this country and for those who fought in the name of freedom, or have paid the ultimate sacrifice for same. On the fairing, the message is clear "Never have so few, given so much, to so many" along with the reminder that "Freedom is Not Free". To every one of America's Veterans of past, present and future; Gary and Brenda Towers would like for you to know that you are truly honored and praised for your unselfish dedication to the United States of America. This bike was built in you Honor. Thank You. Nappy
JOE has attended many, many events from coast to coast; border to border since Nappy's article and has won awards and trophies far exceeding any expectation Gary had when he conceived this tribute. Our thanks goes out to those who "get it", like Nappy.


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2x3: The Waldo Moment
Waldo is an animated public character that interviews politicians and popular figures. However, Jamie, the man behind Waldo, is sad and unsatisfied with his life.
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Black Mirror's season 2 ends with The Waldo Moment, an episode focused on Jamie Salter's life, a frustrated comedian that plays an anmited cartoon for a living.
Waldo is an action figure that says what everyone think about politicians. He confronts them, takes value to their words and always wins an argument. With an upcoming series featuring Waldo as the prime star, the producer, a man named Jack Napier, suggests the idea of Waldo running for elections. Altought he shows himself dubious at the beginning, Jamie finally accepts the idea.
After a successful debate featuring Waldo, Monroe and Gwendolyn (the three running candidates), Waldo's image improves on the population and Jamie starts feeling bad about what he's doing. After quitting his job and trying to destroy a screen with Waldo's image, people attack Jamie and he ends up in a hospital. You can watch the episode final by yourself.
Interesting facts: despite this was the least watched episode on the season, we think it's really good as it would be much more probable to see a story like Waldo's in real life than any of the other stories told in the show. On the other hand, Daniel Rigby is the british actor that plays Jamie Salter.


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"We encourage you to seek legal advice before going into business with your co-owners. This will help to reduce the potential for disagreements or have in place a mechanism for dealing with disagreements without the need for expensive, stressful and risky court proceedings."
– Kush Birdi
Why (or when) someone would need this service?
A well-drafted shareholders' agreement will identify the objectives of the shareholders and agree how control should be exercised within the company. It will also be designed to "deal with the unexpected".
We will advise you in relation to these and other issues surrounding the relationship between shareholders such as:
- Transfer of shares: requiring the shareholders to offer their shares to existing shareholders, pro rata their holdings, before they can be transferred or sold to anyone else, or in any other proportions.
- Termination of the employment or directorship of a shareholder: some agreements provide for 'bad leaver' or 'early leaver' provisions under which shares may be transferred back to the company by the outgoing shareholder at a reduced value.
- Death of a shareholder: usually his or her shares will pass under their will or on intestacy. Some agreements contain option agreements to enable or require the continuing shareholders to buy the shares from the deceased shareholder's estate.
- Bankruptcy of a shareholder: his or her shares will form part of the bankrupt's estate. The trustee in bankruptcy will want to sell these shares for the benefit of the creditors. The shareholders' agreement may contain provisions to deal with this.
- Dispute resolution provisions: these will require the parties to try to resolve any disagreements by way of negotiation or mediation (or other form of alternative dispute resolution) before legal proceedings can be initiated.
How does the process work and what are the steps?
Usually we provide a questionnaire to get the shareholders thinking about how they wish to regulate their relationship. We would decide at an early stage whether we can represent all the shareholders or whether some may need to seek independent advice due to any perceived conflict of interest.
We would either produce a draft agreement or comment on a draft agreement produced by the other party's solicitors to ensure that it meets the requirements.
How long does it take?
This depends upon the complexity of the arrangements but generally we would hope that it could be dealt with within four weeks.
Why are Grant Saw the best people for the job?
Our lawyers are highly competent in company law. We are familiar with simple and complex shareholder arrangements and can suggest a broad range of contractual ways to regulate your business relationship. We also understand the most common ways that disputes between shareholders arise and we seek to draft shareholders' agreements with a view to reducing the potential for those scenarios arising in your business.
With these tools at our disposal, you can enter into business with the confidence that your rights and obligations are fairly balanced with your co-shareholders (even if you own a minority share).
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Surely none of us can be left unmoved by the truly heartbreaking events on Queen Street, Glasgow yesterday. I've no doubt that our thoughts are with the families and friends of those killed or injured and I'm sure we are all once again full of admiration for the professionalism of the emergency services in such difficult circumstances. I think we probably also all recognise the impact this tragedy will have on our colleagues at Glasgow City Council.
Coming as it does so close to Christmas, the shock of the event resonates even more strongly and powerfully reminds us of the fragility of life and the preciousness of family. It also brings to mind the importance of the work we and our partners undertake at this time of year with those struggling with loss or in some other way vulnerable and in need of our support.


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My husband and I have eaten out quite a few times over the past week, much more often than I am used to.
And I always hated when people would say "oh I just don't have time to eat at home, I'm always on the go. It's just easier to eat fast food". To me, that was crap. I have never had any problem prepping my meals and making sure I bring food with me wherever I go so I always know what is going into my body at any moment of the day.
But that's because I am a crazy psychotic previous eating disorder/anxiety addictive personality-type human.
Gregg doesn't care; he believes in eating when you're hungry and whatever you are hungry for. Usually, it's Chipotle.
So have I put on some weight over the past week from eating out?
Perhaps, but that's probably because I'm not eating the same damn thing every day and my muscles are ECSTATIC and loving every minute of it.
When you eat the same thing every day, your body is always getting certain nutrients.
However, that means your body is also consistently lacking in specific nutrients.
When you start adding in foods you spent so much time depriving yourself of, your body enters a very specific mind-fuck.
So yes, my body was confused when I allowed myself to eat out for so many meals. However, my body was also in ABSOLUTE HEAVEN at the sight of waffle fries and Dairy Queen and bread (SO MUCH BREAD) that I could literally FEEL THE FEELS as my muscles came back to life.
Our bodies weren't built to sustain themselves on chicken, rice and asaragross every single day.
Our bodies were built to absorb nutrients and utilize the food we supply it to create energy and allow us to lift heavy weights and laugh and sleep well (yes, you still need food at rest).
Your body knows what to do with the food you provide it.
So if it just so happens that you don't get to eat every two hours or you forget to bring your perfectly-proportioned breakfast to work with you, a donut will suffice.
Your body would be just as malnourished living off of kale as it would living off of donuts.
So start conditioning your mind to focus on spending time with your friends and family, even if meal time is the only event everyone is available for. Memories will always be more important than macros, and recovery will always be more important than addiction.
And puppies will always be more important than no puppies.
These are just the facts of life.


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Dive in to the weird, wacky, and wonderful world of Colin Thompson with this highly detailed and colorful puzzle!
While puzzling, take a closer look at these illustrations as there are some intriguing objects, scenes, and even houses hidden away amongst the the scene.
Includes in-box leaflet showing artist's biography and additional puzzle picture for reference!
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We fight with radiation, at least at first.
Loren's treatment begins with ten days of radiation, administered in ten-minute doses every weekday for two weeks. The she gets a week or two off before beginning chemotherapy.
She is receiving whole brain radiation to shrink the tumors there. Each day she receives 300 rads of radiation, for a total exposure of 3,000 rads over two weeks. So far, the main side effect has been short-term memory loss, which also affects concentration. Besides that, she's just a little tired.
Her first round of chemo will be a cocktail of three drugs: taxotare, herceptin, and perjeta. Taxotare is a general chemo drug, while herceptin and perjeta are Her2-specific drugs, designed to attack that specific form of cancer. Side effects from the taxotare are the usual ones you think of — hair loss, nausea, and fatigue. Side effects from the others are much milder.
The plan is to punch Loren and her cancer as hard as we can with radiation and chemotherapy, to shrink the tumors in her brain and lungs.
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The City boss has also praised Walsall's recent run of form and the Saddlers manager Dean Smith ahead of the trip up the M6...
Coventry City manager Steven Pressley believes City's away support will create a 'great atmosphere' as the Sky Blues face the Saddlers tomorrow.
The Sky Blues travel the short distance up the M6 to face Dean Smith's Saddlers side having lost once in their last six matches.
The Saddlers have enjoyed a good Christmas period, having recorded a 3-0 win over high-flying MK Dons at the stadium:MK in their last match of 2014.
Having recorded a 1-0 win over Walsall at the Bescot Stadium last season, Pressley admitted he likes the Saddlers' home ground and hopes City can turn good performances into points.
Pressley said: "I like the Bescot Stadium though as it is a good footballing stadium with the fans close to the pitch. It creates a great atmosphere.
"We've generally took a good support there which always helps and it is a local rivalry which always adds something to the occasion.
"We're all looking forward to it and it is a game we're really eager to get the right result from. We played well against Chesterfield and deserved more.
"We've not lost many games recently in the league but there have been far too many draws. We need to make sure we're taking the chances we create."
The two sides played out a 0-0 draw at the Ricoh Arena at the end of November as City dominated the game but couldn't get the goal their play deserved.
Pressley has praised the recent run of form the Saddlers are currently on and the Walsall manager Dean Smith.
He added: "We're controlling games much better and I think there is plenty of confidence in the side but we need to start winning games which we dominate.
"Walsall are going particularly well at the moment having gone on a terrific run recently with just one defeat in nine games.
"They won 3-0 at MK Dons last week and that is an outstanding result which shows the quality the team can produce on their day.
"As we saw in the 0-0 draw at the Ricoh Arena, they're realy well organised and got a terrific unity about the team. I've said it before but Dean Smith has done a great job there."


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17 December, 2007
The past few days have been rough. December is the time for reflection of the year past. This has been one of the hardest years of my life, with so many folks passing, most significantly my step mother Rennie.
People stop living. We keep going. We look forward to love and happiness.
I spent a large portion of my youth as a gypsy, hitchhiking and riding my bike around the southwest and Montana. There were some slim times. I was reminded of this while making corn pones for our lunch today. I told Olivia how when I was a teenager, things were so tight living with my Ma that I began frying up cornmeal into little patties. That because of this, I can survive in any situation. She just looked at me and apologized for hardship, perhaps a contrast between our two upbringings, a contrast between our personalities as sisters today...
It was around that time that I started spending a lot of time in nature. Camping, and eventually living outdoors. A magpie.
Anyway, My friend Patric Bollinger sent me this photograph today. It was taken during that time.
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Holy shit that's a beautyfull picture of you gypsy-magpie!
That Montana, Arizona, California slim shines in you today... like turqoise and silver...
"fried cornbread cakes" were my grandma's specialty and absolutly my favorite thing to eat right out of the frying pan. Real people food.
Magpie... Nature will always take care of you... Be like the turtle and draw yourself in for protection when you need... get close to the earth and feel safe there.
Everything stops living... life is short even when it's long. It's natural... it's nature. Keep breathing as long as you can... your red heart wants to keep beeting.
This has been a hard year, a hard month, a hard day... so many people in the world are greiving... with the war, without the war (that war) I supose it is always that way. So much of love is loss. So much love is lost. I'm lost!
I don't think it ever gets any easier. If you keep living, loving, losing...
We learn and get stronger... or we don't.
How do you make peace with anything?
How to live? How to die?
Magpie, you have almost made it through this year... for whatever that is worth. Another round of seasons. Another trip around the sun. That is quite an acomplishment... and responsibility.
In this breif life of spinning planet, dancing stars and flowing water... you have friends and you are a friend. That is important.
Take a picture of yourself today and admire the beauty of one who has loved and is loved and is alive.
How lucky I was
To have gone broke, not to have it all regurgitated
From a book, but to have lain in a field
With the tonge-tied, the murderous, the iliterate
And the alcoholic, since I've ended up like this,
The sedative raconteur, the contimplative man.
-Rodney Gones
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That is a nice thing to say. it made me cry in a good way!
Photographs show the laughs
Recorded in between the bad times
Happy sailors dancing on a sinking ship
Cloudy skies and dead fruit flies
Waving goodbye with tears in my eyes
Well, sure I made it but ya know it was as hell of a trip.
Spent most of my youth
Out hobo cruising
And all I got for proof
Is rocks in my pockets and dirt in my shoes
~from John Prine, Flashback Blues...
simply enchanting is what I always thought... you in that photograph, was almost like photographing fairies. I think they call that magic.


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1. Put some tape on the blade to protect it. Plan out all the
surfaces as good as possible. Cut the tang in case you don´t want to
rivet it.
2. Draw a modell of the handle, from above and side, on a piece of
stiff paper. Transfer the modell on the wooden block.
Suitable measures are
length: 85-115mm width (middle): 25mm width (front): 16mm
height: depends on the form, try to adapt the form with the blade.
This is what makes knifemaking so interesting!
3. Drill (drill size 3mm) three holes into the wooden block. Use holesaw
and rasp to get a rectangular hole. The hole in the frontier part
of the handle is most important.
4. When the blade fits the handle then glue with epoxy adhesive. Press hard with
fixture or screw clamp.
5. Saw close to the marks on the wooden block with a bandsaw or a scroll saw.
Start from above and then saw from the side. Use a rasp to form the handle in
rough outline. Don`t press too hard, you may break the blade.
6. Make the last grind and forming by hand or use the qvickroll
with grain size, for example, 80-180-500-1000.
7. The finish can be made in several ways. Start with moistening the handle in
bets and let it dry. Grind the fibres that rises. Repeat several times.
Alternative1: varnish-terpentin (50%-50%) about 1/2 hour, let it temper several days.
Alternative2: Danish Oil thin coat several times, tempers fast. Gives a beautiful finish.
Alternative3: Use CCL Knife Handle Oil according to
instructions. Includes both oils and grain filler. The experts choice.
The reason of making the finish is to hold up the design of the handle and to
protect it from dirt and water. At same time you should have the feeling of
Thats it. Scandinavian stylish top quality knife. Why
not make one of your own? We have the materials.


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Eight carved stone serpents spout water from a
natural hot spring into the first bath. from where they overflow into a larger bath via
five more serpents. Take great care as the baths are extremely slippery
The whole area is beautifully landscaped.
There is a changing area and a restaurant. If you are early enough
and lucky enough to avoid the influx of the
many visitors you can have a wonderful relaxing time in the naturally hot sulphurous