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Two weeks ago Southwark News exclusively broke the news that the East London Line Phase 2b extension through the heart of Southwark has been given the green light.
This decision has been a long-time coming and has been hard fought every inch of the way. One of the things that every MP does, behind the scenes and often over a long period of time, is to press the case on behalf of their constituents for projects such as this.
I have had meetings with two Transport Secretaries and three Transport Minsters on this subject along with discussions involving TfL, Network Rail, the East London Line Group (a consortium of local businesses and local authorities) and Ken Livingstone. There can be very few people involved in this project who are unaware of the local level of support for it. This impact has been multiplied by south London MPs including Harriet Harman, Keith Hill, Martin Linton, Kate Hoey, Joan Ruddock, along with our GLA Member, Val Shawcross, all pressing the case.
The arguments have been painstakingly pursued and the pressure has been kept up through long and detailed letters, via meetings, by verbal prods aimed at colleagues and by pressing the case with those who have influence to effect change. And finally, the agreement between TfL and the Government has been reached which is great news.
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Thread: Union VS Non-Union?
Your numbers assume a 1,920 hours worked, which is essentially a full year (48 weeks at 40 hours each).
Here are some real numbers for an average member in a given local:
Average number of hours worked per member in 2006, same local: 1,202 (48 weeks at 25 hours each)
Average number of hours worked per member in 2011, in that local: 830 (48 weeks at 17.3 hours each)
Both are significantly less than your assumption, and may not qualify for a full pension credit or provide enough hours to cover quarterly health insurance requirements in that local.
Using the actual total wage package dollars per hour (inluding benefits/fringe), this means that the average working member earned $64,835 in 2006 and that same member earned $54,589 in 2011.
If the bennies are subtracted, this leaves $43,884 for 2006 W-2 wages and $34,598 for 2011 W-2 wages (average for both years).
Fringe benefits were $20,951 in 2006 ($17.43 per hour x 1,202 hours) and $20,023 in 2011 ($24.11 per hour x 830 hours). Yes, the health and pension costs have gone up a bit. This is the part of union wages that employers see. The increase in per hour benefits helps to cover the reduction in hours worked, keeping the funds solvent. Some of these benefit amounts may be reported and taxed as income under "ObamaCare".
In comparison, the average of reported Local Officer gross salary disbursement (W-2 wages) in 2006 was $106,382 and in 2011 it was $109,518. Officer bennies paid to the International have also increased dramatically.
Officer wages and bennies are paid out of the dues and fees collected, substantially paid by rank and file members, but rank and file members cannot easily (if at all) reduce the number of union officers or bennies. Union dues are easily increased though.
On the other hand, as the union wage package increases, employers may lose out on bids and the number of hours worked goes down. Employers may go out of business.
Union dues and fees paid in 2005 by the average member: $958.00 (about 2.4% of W-2 wages)
Union dues and fees paid in 2011 by the average member: $1585.00 (about 4.6% of W-2 wages)
The average number of hours worked is determined by taking the total number of reported man hours and dividing it by the total number of reported members on 12/31/(year). While this may not be 100% accurate, the pattern closely mimics the total number of hours needed to qualify for a 1 year pension credit in this particular local.
This information can be extracted from union LM2 forms and annual wage sheets.
Just like a 401(k) plan, union retirement benefits are good only if the union or fund is solvent when it is time for you to collect. A basic search for union pension plan funding will tell you that rank and file member plans are typically underfunded or dangerously underfunded while union officer pension plans are fully funded. Hmmm.
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Not sure if you're in a Local or if you are if it's even a UA Local. Those first numbers reflect working non-Union for HS here in this market, considering 2,000 Hrs. with 160 Hrs. being paid time off. No overtime was factored.
The other numbers reflect working Union for any National Sig or one of the 3 largest non-National Sigs, considering 1,980 Hrs. with no paid time off. No overtime or doubletime factored.
There's absolutely no comparison.
I have asked him point blank a number of times to name what local he is a member with, he refuses to answer that question, so take what he says with a grain a salt.
Also notice he is taking the average time worked, meaning he is factoring in the guys on the bench, out of town, etc... That is a very poor reflection of hours worked.
Further more, if he is UA, he is taking into account the pipefitters which we all know don't get the hours and OT that the MES and service side do get.
Now factor in a company truck, tools, lots of OT and DT, and a buck or two above scale if you are any good, then you have a decent representation of a union tech.UA LU189
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Yes, I am in a Local, but not a UA local. Building trades and service.
Like it or not, my numbers are in the ballpark in my area and in my local. No travelers.
Average is just that. Some will make more, some will make less. Yup, there are active members making much less than the average and some making their 6 figures like nothing is happening.
Yes, there are bound to be some (small) errors because the Local does not report the number of hours worked by classification, nor do they break out the number of members in each classification, at least not to plain old rank and file members.
Very few are working anything close to 1,980 hours at Journeyman rate, at this time, in my neck of the woods.
Guess I should have went UA
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No disrespect but Sheet Metal Workers, Electricians or Operating Engineers Unions have no business in HVACR. To the guy in OH, is HS out there? HS is the Commercial Refrigeration OEM's Service division.
No disrespect taken.
10-07-2012, 04:39 PM #85To the man who always did it right. I love you dad and I will miss you to much for words.
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UA HVACR Techs know all about air flow especially when working on Commercial Refrigeration. Tell me where's the ductwork in Com. Ref.? Auditing an air flow system in Air Conditioning is not an HVACR Tech, neither is installing the air flow system. Take it how you want. So how is work in SMW Union going?
10-07-2012, 04:49 PM #88To the man who always did it right. I love you dad and I will miss you to much for words.
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Sounds like both of you joined the wrong Union. Doh!
10-07-2012, 04:55 PM #91To the man who always did it right. I love you dad and I will miss you to much for words.
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Breast-Feeding – Topic Overview
What is breast-feeding?
Breast-feeding is feeding a baby milk from the mother's breasts. You can feed your baby right at your breast. You can also pump your breasts and put the milk in a bottle to feed your baby. But pumping does not help keep up your milk supply as much. Doctors advise breast-feeding for 1 year or longer. But your baby benefits from any amount of breast-feeding you can do.
Breast milk is the only food your baby needs until about 6 months of age. You do not need to give your baby food, water, or juice. After that, you will gradually breast-feed less often as your baby starts to eat other foods. But keep breast-feeding for as long as you and your child want to. Your baby continues to get health benefits from breast milk past the first year.
Breast-feeding lowers your child's risk for many types of infections and allergies. Breast milk may also help protect your child from some health problems, such as eczema, obesity, asthma, and diabetes.1
To compare, baby formula does not help protect a baby from infections and other health problems.
You may recover from pregnancy, labor, and delivery sooner when you breast-feed. You may also lower your risk for breast cancer and for osteoporosis later in life.1
Is breast-feeding hard to do?
Breast-feeding is a learned skill-you will get better at it with practice. You may have times when breast-feeding is hard. The first 2 weeks are the hardest for many women. But stick with it. You can work through most problems. Doctors, nurses, and lactation specialists can all help. So can friends, family, and breast-feeding support groups.
How do you plan for breast-feeding?
Before your baby is born, plan ahead. Learn all you can about breast-feeding. This helps make breast-feeding easier.
* Talk to your doctor about breast-feeding. Schedule an exam with your doctor early in your pregnancy. Before your first visit, write down any questions or concerns that you have about breast-feeding. This will help you to remember to talk about them with your doctor. Make sure your doctor knows about any breast reductions, implants, biopsies, or other types of breast surgery you have had.
* Learn how to breast-feed. The staff at hospitals and birthing centers can connect you with people called lactation specialists who can help you learn how to breast-feed. While you are pregnant, you can take a breast-feeding class. Also, get a breast-feeding book for quick reference. Ask your doctor for ideas.
* Plan ahead for times when you will need help. Think about who you could talk to or have come over to help you succeed with breast-feeding after your baby is born. Many women get help from friends and family. Before you have your baby, talk to friends and family members about your plans to breast-feed and how their support is important to you. Also think about joining a breast-feeding support group. After your baby is born, you may feel more "connected" if you talk with other breast-feeding mothers. You may also help each other answer questions about breast-feeding issues.
* Buy breast-feeding equipment. You may need breast-feeding supplies after your baby is born. For example, breast pads, nipple cream, extra pillows, and nursing bras are all helpful. You can buy these items ahead of time. It is also a good idea to buy or rent a breast pump to have on hand when you bring your baby home. Pumping your breasts can help relieve pain and pressure when your milk comes in. And it lets you store extra milk for future use.
Colostrum is the first stage of breast milk that occurs during pregnancy and lasts for several days after the birth of the baby. It is either yellowish or creamy in color. It is also much thicker than the milk that is produced later in breastfeeding. Colostrum is high in protein, fat-soluble vitamins, minerals, and immunoglobulins. Immunoglobulins are antibodies that pass from the mother to the baby and provide passive immunity for the baby. Passive immunity protects the baby from a wide variety of bacterial and viral illnesses. Two to four days after birth, colostrum will be replaced by transitional milk.
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Transitional milk occurs after colostrum and lasts for approximately two weeks. The content of transitional milk includes high levels of fat, lactose, water-soluble vitamins, and contains more calories than colostrum.
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Breast milk provides the ideal nutrition for infants. It has the perfect mix of vitamins, protein, and fat — everything your infant needs to grow. And it's all provided in a form more easily digested than infant formula. Breast milk contains antibodies that help your baby fight off viruses and bacteria. Breastfeeding reduces your baby's risk of having asthma or allergies. Babies who are breastfed exclusively for the first six months, without any formula, have fewer ear infections, respiratory illnesses, and bouts of diarrhea. They also have fewer hospitalizations and trips to the doctor.
Breastfeeding has been linked to higher IQ scores in later childhood in some studies The physical closeness, skin-to-skin touching, and eye contact all help your baby bond with you and feel secure. Breastfed infants are more likely to gain the right amount of weight as they grow rather than become overweight children. Some studies have also shown a link between breastfeeding and a lower risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), diabetes, obesity, and certain cancers. But more research is needed to confirm these findings.
Are There Breastfeeding Benefits for the Mother?
Breastfeeding burns extra calories, so it can help you lose pregnancy weight faster. It releases the hormone oxytocin, which helps your uterus return to its pre-pregnancy size and may reduce uterine bleeding after birth. Breastfeeding lowers your risk of breast and ovarian cancer. It may also lower your risk of osteoporosis.
Since you don't have to buy and measure formula, sterilize nipples, or warm bottles, breastfeeding saves you time and money. Deciding to breastfeed provides you with regular time for relaxing quietly with your newborn as you grow close and emotionally bond.
Proper infant feeding practices are key to child survival
Optimal breastfeeding of children under two years of age has the greatest potential for a positive impact on child survival of all preventive interventions, with the possibility of preventing 1.4 million deaths in children under five in the developing world annually1. Breastfed children have at least a six-times greater chance of survival in the early months than non-breastfed children. Breastfeeding drastically reduces deaths from acute respiratory infections and diarrhoea, two major child killers, as well as from other infectious diseases.
Current breastfeeding patterns, have improved significantly in some countries over the past 10 years but they are still far from the recommended levels in the developing world as a whole, indicating that their potential to improve child survival remains untapped.
Only 39 per cent of all infants 0–5 months of age in the developing world are exclusively breastfed, and less than 60 per cent of 6- to 9-month-olds continue to be breastfed while also receiving solid, semi-solid or soft foods. Although global levels of continued breastfeeding are relatively high at one year of age (76 per cent), only half of infants are still breastfeeding at two years of age (50 per cent).
Are there breastfeeding benefits for the mother?
Breastfeeding requires extra calories — about 500 extra calories a day — so you can lose pregnancy weight faster. It releases the hormone oxytocin, which helps your uterus return to its pre- pregnancy size and may reduce uterine bleeding after birth. Breastfeeding lowers your risk of breast and ovarian cancer. It may also lower your risk of osteoporosis and hip fracture after menopause.
Since you do not have to buy and measure formula, sterilise teats, or warm bottles, breastfeeding saves you time and money. Deciding to breastfeed provides you with regular time for relaxing quietly with your newborn as you grow close and bond emotionally.
How do I know I'll have enough milk when I start breastfeeding?
The first few days after birth, your breasts produce an ideal "first milk" called colostrum. Colostrum is thick, yellowish, and scant — but there is plenty to meet your baby's nutritional needs. Colostrum helps a newborn's digestive tract develop and prepare itself to digest breast milk.
Most babies lose a small amount of weight in the first three to five days after birth. This is unrelated to breastfeeding. A natural connection exists between your baby's feeding needs and your milk production. As your baby needs more milk and feeds more, your breasts respond by producing more milk. Experts recommend breastfeeding exclusively (no formula, juice or water) for the first six months. If you supplement with formula, your breast milk production may go down.
Even if you breastfeed less than the recommended six months, it is better to breastfeed for a short time than no time at all. You can begin to add solid food at six months but also continue to breastfeed if you want to keep producing milk.
c7Breastfeeding is undoubtedly best, according to experts and lots of mums too. This section covers many aspects of breastfeeding; from the basics of how to breastfeed to why breast milk is so beneficial. It also looks at why your diet is important to your baby's nutrition, along with the most common breastfeeding problems and solutions you might encounter as you and your baby get the hang of it.
Once you get the hang of it, it's quick and convenient. But breastfeeding is a learned skill and many newborns need time to learn, just as you will require a strong commitment and some perseverance in the early days. While breastfeeding is perceived as being natural and instinctual, it is common to experience difficulties because proper technique is required by both you and baby to get it right, which takes a lot of practice. It can take time and patience to figure out the technique – however, most problems can be overcome with the right education and support and the benefits breastfeeding bring to you and your baby make it worth persevering with.
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Visiting colleges is a crapshoot. Bennington was probably the biggest one I took when I flew here from California about…. oh goodness, 4 Novembers ago to look at schools on the East Coast. I pretty much knew nothing about it when I visited
Initially I was pretty set on Sarah Lawrence. I was fairly certain I wanted to study creative writing and maybe do music on the side, but I thought I'd stop by Bennington on the way since we started at UVM and we had to pass through Bennington to get from Burlington to Yonkers.
So we stopped , I had a tour, I slept over, and I just got this whiff of a place where people cared about what they were doing for the sake of doing it, and that because they got to choose what they did, they felt a sense of ownership in their studies. That, mixed with the genuinely friendly vibe, the feeling of open sharing and interest in the deeper parts of people made me really get into this place.
The next day I sat in on a class, which (though I didn't know at the time) sealed the deal. I went to Allen Shawn's Beginning Composing class, where they were getting a taste of what soprano, alto, and tenor saxophones sounded like, as well as an intro to bass clarinet. Bruce Williamson, who teaches jazz ensemble and theory classes here and, oh yeah, plays ALL of these instruments, blew my mind that day, and continues to disturb me as, each term, he reveals that " oh yeah I play flute/piano/guitar too." But that day, the mixture of Bruce's wizardry and Allen's infectious enthusiasm for opening new pathways for music stirred something inside me I knew was half-there, but had never fully acknowledged, which was my urge to write music.
After I visited Bennington, I went to the "Open House" at Sarah Lawrence, which gave me an 'official' view of their Don system and other things, but I really missed that sense of ownership and community through sharing. It was weird, when I went to Sarah Lawrence every face I saw just about looked downturned and unhappy, and the campus layout for whatever reason just didn't gel with me. Oh yeah, I forgot to mention, I'm a sucker for forests, and man do we have woods.
So when it came time to decide, I chose not only Bennington, but music at Bennington, and just because I sat in on a class.
Now for a reality check: when I got here, Allen went on sabbatical. I took Beginning Composing with Su Lian Tan, who teaches at Middlebury, who was inspiring in her own right and a joy to learn from. It made me upset, and even now there's a part of me that really misses that seminal experience of having someone in a room with you, showing what their instrument can do, and writing what those sounds look like on paper. A few of my younger friends are taking the class with Allen, and man, there's just nothing like it. The man just draws music out of you. I know, because I eventually took Comp Intensive, and after that class I couldn't stop writing a Violin Sonata, which turned out to be 20 minutes long, only 5 of which I wrote for 'credit'.
I think that's all I'll write for now. Next time I'll talk about how my studies in music have progressed since, in a funny way, I'm a rather 'mono-disciplinary' Bennington student, —and a happy one at that, too.
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As open cars go, the Citroen DS3 Cabrio isn't the most committed thing, but instead pursues compromise with some determination. The folding fabric section of the roof leaves all of the side pillars in place so you still get the DS3's sharky silhouette with a modicum of soft top feel. It'll appeal to those who think they might like a soft top sometimes. A little bit.
Can we be frank here? Citroen's last stab at a small open-topped car, the C3 Pluriel, has a very strong claim on being the worst new car sold in the last ten years. It was dreadful in so many respects, so the bar's not set very high for the next stab at this market. Even if you've never clapped eyes on a DS3 Cabrio you know it's going to be better than the execrable Pluriel, a car that would leave you unable to put the roof up if you got caught out in a downpour. Fail. For a start, the DS3 hatch is a genuinely good car, something you'd never really claim for that original C3. Then you would just have to have faith that Citroen had come up with a roof mechanism better than the Pluriel's work of quite staggering idiocy.
Fortunately the news is largely good. I say largely because if you're a fan of true wind in the hair motoring, you might find the DS3 Cabrio's roof a bit of a half-measure, but there are going to be a whole slew of customers who quite like the idea of the occasional bit of al fresco driving without all of the compromises that come with a full soft top. Rest assured. A reanimated Pluriel this most certainly is not.
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You'll search in vain for a diesel DS3 Cabrio as Citroen are only offering petrol motors, for the time being at least. The entry-level unit is an 82bhp three-cylinder 1.2-litre, which is fine for schlepping about town but most will be drawn to the bigger 1.6-litre engines. The 120bhp 1.6 VTi engine looks set to be the most popular, as it offers a great compromise between economy and performance, but the 156bhp THP turbocharged unit really is the jewel in this line-up and well worth saving for if you like a bit of zest.
That's enough to take it through 60mph, from a standing start, in around 7.5s and onto a top speed of over 130mph. Like the best of the modern turbo petrols, there's barely a hint of turbo lag with the performance surging forth from low revs. The gearbox is the slickest unit Citroen has come up with for a long time, with excellent weighting and a positive feel to the shifting action. Although the driving position may not suit everyone with its widely spaced and slightly offset pedals (and the view to the rear is heavily compromised when the roof is folded down), the DS3 Cabrio's inherent rigidity means that it doesn't lose a great deal to its had top sibling in terms of handling ability - and the roof adds just 25kg to its weight. Wind buffeting can usually be overcome by adjusting the position of the fabric roof slightly. It's very flexible - in that regard at least.
Design and Build
Perhaps calling this car a 'cabrio' is going a bit far. If we were being entirely truthful, it's a DS3 with a giant fabric sunroof that slides back into a rather ungainly concertina. Still, what it lacks in engineering boldness it makes up for in ease of use and even a degree of practicality. Compared to a MINI convertible, you get twice as much boot space (245-litres) and a smart cantilevered boot lid means you'll be able to access the boot in tight spots. Unfortunately, the aperture that you need to post things through is pretty small.
The roof is easy enough to use. Just prod a button by the rear-view mirror and it'll do its thing at speeds of up to 75mph. That's because it just runs back in its tracks without folding like a conventional soft top. A second press of the same button will send the roof right back over the rear seats. It can even lift the hood a little when you go to open the boot; just enough to provide clearance.
Market and Model
With a price premium of around £2,500 over the DS3 hatchback, the DS3 Cabrio is about par for the course for soft top conversions of this type, so in terms of price, this car sits between the smaller Fiat 500C and the rather more convertible MINI Cabriolet. There are some very smart Cabrio-specific bits on this car, such as the 3D-effect rear lights and imaginative options like the cool Granit Blue leather upholstery finish.
Safety equipment includes ESP stability control as standard, an advanced ABS braking system and six airbags. Like the DS3 hatch, there's serious scope for personalisation, with numerous finishes for the mirrors and rubbing strips, different wheel colours, six dashboard colours, five gear knobs. Whichever bodywork colour you choose, you even get a matching key fob. Unfortunately there's no automatic gearbox on offer.
Cost of Ownership
Even the thirstiest of the DS3 Cabrio models will return better than 43mpg on the combined fuel economy cycle, so you're never going to be saddled with something profligate, no matter which model you choose. The 1.2-litre entry-level car should, with a light right boot, get better than 60mpg on the combined cycle, while with the normally-aspirated 1.6 VTi, you're looking at 47mpg. Residual values of the DS3 hatch have held up very nicely. Perhaps this was due to a gradual take up, resulting in no faddy boom and bust for this car and there's no reason why the Cabrio shouldn't expect similarly sturdy retention figures.
The Citroen DS3 Cabrio isn't exactly rocket science. In fact, some might accuse it of being slightly lazy car design; that it's a half-baked attempt at making an open-topped car. They would be missing the point though. This is the sort of car that many buyers in this country want and here's why. We don't get to drop the tops too often in a country where it can rain for 200 days in a year. Therefore it doesn't really make much sense lugging around a 200kg folding hard top roof for the rest of the time. The DS3 Cabrio represents an elegant solution that retains most of the character and style of the hatchback model it's based on.
If you're really intent on getting the full al fresco experience, it might disappoint a little. There are still door pillars to look past. If you're okay with that and just want to feel the sun once in a while without the wobbly body or lumpen styling of most small cabriolets, this one could be a winner. I'd back the DS3 Cabrio to be one of the outside successes of this year.


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In the early spring, our perennial gardens come to life with spring bulbs and primroses. The stone path leads from the parking lot to the back of the Inn. In the summer, take a glass of wine and a book outside to sit in the shade and cool breezes created by the large leafy canopy of tall New England trees. In June 2007, the Garden was one of the local gardens featured on the annual Portsmouth Pocket Garden tour.
Not many small cities have as much to see and do in such a small area that you can walk from side to side in less than 20 minutes. There are 380 years of American history to experience, from historic homes to Revolutionary War forts to early modern submarines. All along the brick sidewalks of downtown there are restaurants and small boutiques visited by locals and tourists alike. All of downtown Portsmouth is a 10-15 minute walk from Martin Hill Inn.
Visitors in the spring months will get a glimpse into the city's beautiful parks and gardens just as the first buds and blossoms appear. Restaurants and shops are the primary draw, but on a sunny day people flock to the nearby beaches or nature preserves. The Music Hall and local theaters provide regular shows and films for evening entertainment.
During the height of the tourist season from summer to fall, all of Portsmouth's doors are wide open with museums, historic homes, outdoor attractions, festivals, and beaches to visit and explore. Shops and restaurants are open later with happy groups of people meandering Market Square all day and into the evening. Don't forget the home made ice cream at Annabelle's.
Winter in Portsmouth is time to slow down, enjoy the local shops and restaurants. Maybe take a trip to Kittery Outlets for some holiday shopping. If the snow is deep, take a snowshoe trip through one of the nature preserves or a winter stroll on the beach. Local theaters, live music venues, and special events (such as cooking classes at Stonewall Kitchen) draw people from nearby cities throughout the winter months.
Opened in 1978, the Martin Hill Inn was Portsmouth's first B&B. Tucked in among residential houses lining the street that leads directly into Market Square, the Inn is a 10 minute walk from the center of town.
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The Martin Hill Inn is located on land which was sold by New Hampshire Lt. Gov. George Vaughn to the Martin family in 1710 for 50 British pounds. Over the years, this area of Portsmouth became known as Martin Hill. The Inn's guest rooms are in two buildings, the first built in 1820 and the second in about 1860. Each of the guests rooms is individually furnished with either queen or king sized beds and each room has a private en-suite bathroom.
The Main and Guest Houses are connected to each other by a short, flower-lined, brick path and patio with a lush water garden.
Our hot breakfast is just what you would expect if you went to a friend's house on a weekend. Gather in the dining room to meet fellow travellers and enjoy seasonal fruit dishes accompanied by traditional New England fare. Our wild Maine Blueberry Pancakes come with a side of sausage and a warm pitcher of pure maple syrup. Another favorite is our Artichoke and Spinach Quiche garnished with herbs from our garden and served with fresh baked muffins or scones.
Home made cookies and refreshments are served in the dining room each afternoon.
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Nervie Elsie Davis age 94 of Tazewell, TN was born June 18, 1918 in Hancock, County Tennessee. Passed away December 23, 2012 at the Claiborne County Nursing Home . She professed faith in Jesus Christ at an early age and was a member of Ida's Chapel Baptist Church. Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her parents, Milmon and Dorcas Winkler Barnard, husband Mr. Buford M. Davis, daughter and son-in-law Jean and Bob Wilmoth, son Mr. Ray B. Davis, Grandson Mr. Fred R. Davis, Step-grandsons David and Brian Rush, sisters Nellie Moles, Ethel Baumgardner and Velvie Dotson, brothers Landon and Cecil Barnard.
She is survived by her granddaughters and their husbands: DiAnne and Gary West of New Tazewell, TN, Karen and Scott Bull of Seymour, TN, Julie and Larry Davis of Douglasville, GA.
She also leaves behind her great–grandchildren: Sara West , Lauren, Leslie and David Bull, and Alec and Jonah Davis.
Mrs. Davis is also survived by several special nieces and nephews cousins and a host of dear friends.
The family also extends special recognition to Dr. Luis Pannochia , Dr. Charles DeBusk, the Claiborne County Hospital Staff, Claiborne County Rehabilitation services and the Claiborne County Nursing home Staff.
The family will receive friends Wednesday December 26 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Coffey Funeral Home chapel in New Tazewell, with the funeral service to follow at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel with Bob Sparks officiating , burial in the Winkler –Barnard Cemetery . Pallbearers will include Gary West, Scott Bull, Jim Kirk, Larry Davis, Archie Parker , Howard Bull. In lieu of Flowers the family requests that donations be made to Ida's Chapel Baptist church in care of Julia Sutton 163 Chevy Lane Sneedville , TN37869.
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26 Upper Berkeley St, Marble Arch, Westminster, London, United Kingdom
If you are looking for a pleasant, easy on the pocket and friendly hotel in central London, the Boston Court Hotel is the perfect choice. Housed in a restored Victorian building which is listed by the English heritage the Boston Court, offers a traditional decor and a welcoming atmosphere. The hotel enjoys a prime location, next to Marble Arch, Hyde Park and Oxford Street. Visitors new to the city may wish to experience it on an open top bus or perhaps a cruise down the river Thames to Hampton Court Palace or Greenwich, home to the National Maritime Museum and the Cutty Sark.
Accommodations at the Hotel Boston Court in London are comfortable, well-appointed and fully equipped with all the conveniences, ensuring you an enjoyable and carefree stay. Boston Court is a completely non-smoking property. London's famous Theatre land is within easy access from the hotel by bus, underground or taxi rides, Covent Garden, The Strand is approximately 1 to 2 kilometres away. Odeon Cinema is approximately 2-minutes walk away and has a variety of cinemas. Visit the stunning new Opera House in Covent Garden, see great orchestras and a diverse range of entertainment at the Albert Hall, or discover jazz and blues clubs in Soho.
The Boston Court Hotel is without a question an ideal base to enjoy all the major attractions of this vibrant and beautiful city. Around every corner is another wonder; Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, the list goes on and on. London is a vibrant city that is home to many diverse cultures and peoples evident in its vast range of shops and restaurants.
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Essemtec Debuts hyQ Feeder |
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The K and H Manufacturing, Ortho Thermo Bed addresses common dog ailments. This highly specialized bed now available at WholePetDirect.com is great for aging dogs. All pet owners can stop by this leading online pet store to see the bed and many other natural pet supplies.
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It's difficult to admit when a beloved family pet is getting older, but it happens to all pet owners in time. People with arthritis and other orthopedic problems have always had a wide selection of bedding designed to feel better, but dogs have had to suffer with the same-old, same-old dog pads and fiber-filled bedding found where pet supplies are sold. Today dogs don't have to put up with a substandard bed anymore. WholePetDirect.com satisfied customer Aly Lawson excitedly reports, "The Ortho Bed was a great purchase. My aging pooch loves the bed so much she has started acting like a puppy again." All dog owners are welcomed to take a more in depth look at the Ortho Bed on its ad here.
The Ortho Bed is made in the USA and perfect for any size or breed of dog, but it's especially good for those dogs whose joints and bones are just not what they used to be. The Ortho bedding has such thick orthopedic foam padding, it helps avoid those unsightly elbow callouses dogs get when lying around on hard surfaces. The Ortho Bed comes with a removable heater equipped with a thermostat that keeps the bedding a comfortable 12-15 degrees above room temperature. This is great for dogs because dogs usually like a little extra warmth. This bed is so plush, even the largest and heaviest of dogs will stay warm and off the hard floor. The bed comes in three sizes to accommodate all breeds: Medium, 17" x 27", Large, 27" x 37", Exra Large, 33" x 43".
Dr. Debra Primovec, DVM, a blogger for an online veterinary advice site, says "Soft bedding can help support the bones and joints, making your pet more comfortable. This can be especially important in thin dogs in which bony prominences are likely to rub on hard surfaces." Debra recommends an orthopedic bed and says it's important to the dog's health the bed be soft, but not too soft. If the bed is too soft, it doesn't provide the support necessary to accommodate the musculo-skeletal system in the way it needs to be supported.
Veterinarians agree that sore joints and bones caused by arthritis and degeneration due to old age are painful and cause stiffness, and that keeping a dog with orthopedic problems off a cold, hard surface is the best way to keep him comfortable. But dealing with problems with arthritis and sore joints is not the only reason to consider this bed.
Dog owner Tabitha Lake has a standard poodle who has been diagnosed with cancer. "The vet told me that when he lays on his side, it can be uncomfortable for him when lying on a hard floor because the hardness of the floor pushing up against painful organs can keep him from getting a good night's sleep. With this ortho bed, he has enough of a cushion to ensure his comfort. The areas where he is sore are cradled in soft support." A benefit of the bed is the heater and cover being easily removed for laundry day.
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May 19, 2013 — A new study shows how complex biochemical transformations may have been possible under conditions that existed when life began on the early Earth. The study shows that RNA is capable of catalyzing electron transfer under conditions similar to those of the early Earth.
May 8, 2013 — Researchers have made a significant first step with newly engineered biomaterials for cell transplantation that could help lead to a possible cure for Type 1 diabetes, which affects about 3 million Americans.
May 3, 2013 — How powerful was February's meteor that crashed into Russia? Strong enough that its explosive entry into our atmosphere was detected almost 6,000 miles away in Lilburn, Ga., by infrasound sensors – a full 10 hours after the meteor's explosion.
April 30, 2013 — Simply sending children with asthma a text message each day asking about their symptoms and providing knowledge about their condition can lead to improved health outcomes.
April 29, 2013 — You've probably heard that Georgia Tech has a number of Interdisciplinary Research Institutes (IRIs) – but do you know much about them? This article is the second in a series of Q&As to introduce the Tech community to the eight IRIs and their faculty leaders. In this installment, Executive Director Tim Lieuwen answers questions about the Georgia Tech Strategic Energy Institute.
February 12, 2013 — Using underwater video cameras to record fish feeding on South Pacific coral reefs, scientists have found that herbivorous fish can be picky eaters – a trait that could spell trouble for endangered reef systems.
February 4, 2013 — Researchers have published a study in the online Early Edition of the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) showing – for the first time – that certain volatile organic gases can promote cloud formation in a way never considered before by atmospheric scientists.
February 4, 2013 — Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) today announced the largest in-kind software donation ever in its longstanding relationship with the Georgia Institute of Technology.
February 1, 2013 — Tim Lieuwen, executive director of the Georgia Tech Strategic Energy Institute, has been appointed to the National Petroleum Council (NPC) by the secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy. Lieuwen, who is also a professor of aerospace engineering at Georgia Tech, will serve on the council of about 20 people that advises the secretary on matters relating to oil and natural gas.
January 30, 2013 — The Georgia Institute of Technology has been awarded $2.3 million from the U.S. Department of Defense to help improve the efficiency of heating and air conditioning systems on the battlefield.
January 28, 2013 — In what is believed to be the first study of its kind, researchers used genomic techniques to document the presence of significant numbers of living microorganisms – principally bacteria – in the middle and upper troposphere, that section of the atmosphere approximately four to six miles above the Earth's surface.
January 16, 2013 — A research team at the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is developing an airborne testing capability for sensors, communications devices and other airborne payloads. This aerial test bed, called the GTRI Airborne Unmanned Sensor System (GAUSS), is based on an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) made by Griffon Aerospace and modified by GTRI.
January 16, 2013 — Farrokh Ayazi, a professor in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, is among the 298 individuals worldwide named as a 2013 IEEE Fellow.
January 16, 2013 — Researchers at Georgia Tech are major players in a team that will develop an advanced prosthetic socket system that could offer better comfort, functionality and mobility for military-veteran amputees.
January 9, 2013 — Researchers recently created a biophysical model of the response of a Gram-positive bacterium to the formation of a hole in its cell wall, then used experimental measurements to validate the theory, which predicted that a hole in the bacteria cell wall larger than 15 to 24 nanometers in diameter would cause the cell to lyse, or burst.


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Will the Possible Imposition of Credit Card Fees Change Your Spending Habits?
A fee of up to 4 percent of a credit card purchase could be added to your bill.
You may want to think twice before you pull out your credit card from now on. According to Time Magazine, a controversial federal court ruling last year gave retailers the go-ahead to tack bank surcharges for credit card purchases onto customer bills from Jan. 27, 2013. Bank fees between 2 and 4 percent of a credit card purchase had traditionally been covered by retailers making the sales, but smaller businesses without the backing of major corporations usually felt the brunt of these charges.
Ten states prohibit passing fees on to credit card users — New York, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, Oklahoma and Texas — but not Georgia.
Customers can avoid the charges by paying with debit cards or prepaid cards. According to a Time Magazine report on the issue, stores must warn customers with a sign on the door before charging the fees, and not all retailers will pass on the fees for fear of alienating customers.
Will this change your future shopping habits? Are you more likely to avoid paying with a credit card in the future?
Amy Jellicoe
9:42 am on Sunday, January 27, 2013
Do people still use those things? I wish somebody would charge me a fee for patronizing their business.
Joe Blow
9:53 am on Sunday, January 27, 2013
I would skip to the next retailer that doesn't charge fees. I'm tired of these "antique America" actions. What's next: if I use the Internet I have to pay a fee, but I can fax in an order for free?
Sherry Lambert
9:55 am on Sunday, January 27, 2013
Absolutely! I will not pay a charge to use my credit card. I only use them to reap the benefits that they give me, ie.. cash back bonus from Discover. We pay them at the end of every month so if they want me to pay extra for nothing, I WON'T DO IT! I think businesses should at the very least thank me for patronizing their business because I'm only returning if their service/product is good.
Kristi Reed
10:06 am on Sunday, January 27, 2013
I will take my business elsewhere. Debit cards do not have the same benefits and protections that credit cards do. I don't want to carry large amounts of cash and I am not going to stand there and write out a check for every purchase (which you'd think retailers would really hate given how that slows check out lines).
Hal Schneider
10:57 am on Sunday, January 27, 2013
Writing checks would be the appropriate response. The cost of processing a check is far higher than a credit card AND as noted above, it slows down the check-out process significantly which could mean the retailer will need more cashiers! I refuse to use a debit card!
Sherry Lambert
11:16 am on Sunday, January 27, 2013
My next thought regarding going on to the next business who doesn't charge reminds me how many times I've changed my payment form on dot com purchases to avoid this exact charge. Guess I'll dot com even more if local businesses start charging a fee. It's much easier to resist the impulse buy and there is no loading/unloading the cart/car/house. Thanks UPS, FedEx and snail mail.
2:00 pm on Sunday, January 27, 2013
No way, which is probably a good thing anyway.Predominately I use a debit card.
Sharon Swanepoel
6:54 pm on Sunday, January 27, 2013
Between 2 and 4 percent - they don't have to pass it on to the customer, but they can.
8:22 pm on Sunday, January 27, 2013
I'm at the point in my life that I will not use credit cards anymore.
American Patriot
8:25 pm on Sunday, January 27, 2013
I am with Kristi. I would take my business else where. Tired of hearing small businesses complain. No one said business would be easy. Suck it up work harder and smarter and you wont have to worry about a few pennies.
R++ - One of the famous "Dacula Crew"
10:23 pm on Sunday, January 27, 2013
Well some of us weren't interested in giving up another 1 percent for T-SPLOST, LOST or any more SPLOST flavors at this point...
Based on that, I can't see gleefully giving up 3 or 4 percent MORE just to use a card.
Jana Crump-Aquino
11:47 pm on Sunday, January 27, 2013
I'd think they'll have to post on the front door if they are gonna pass this fee on, right? So if they do, I won't walk through the door. So they think I'm gonna pay for them to have my business? It's already in the markup of their products. This is just stupid. I'm not gonna pay extra. If they want my business, they'll have to not charge.
7:43 am on Monday, January 28, 2013
Credit Card companies have always exploited retail businesses and consumers. I I am not surprised retailer's trying to pass any and all credit card fees/expenses on to their customers. It is just the normal course of business. However, educated consumers and competition could limit abuses. Credit cards are now just a costly convenience. Get ready to pay state sales tax on all your internet purchases.
8:11 am on Monday, January 28, 2013
I am a Service Contractor Painting & Carpentry, I do take the Credit Cards, NO, I would not charge any of my Customers a service charge to put there Payment on a Credit Card, THe Discout, I pay, Runs Approximately 2.91% Plus the Monthly Service Charge. I have gotten a lot of Business by taking the Credit Cards. Other wise some people could not get some of there problems weither in my Line of work, Car repairs, applance Repairs done.
Beryl James Barlow
8:48 am on Monday, January 28, 2013
Maybe, just maybe most prices already take into account 2-4% fees. If so we will be paying these fees twice.
9:37 am on Monday, January 28, 2013
To Beryl James, Somethings, I sure the Discount is in the Price, I wish, I could figure it in my prices, But I don't, I figure the extra 3% rounded off is Better to make 3% less than nothing and we hope that Customer will call us again and refer us to someone else also. Which that has happened many times over. It works for us.
John B
9:47 am on Monday, January 28, 2013
You are a good man Ben....unfortunately not every business owner small or large will exercise the same level of integrity. My guess is most businesses will bury the fee in their price but market themselves as "fee free."
9:58 am on Monday, January 28, 2013
To John B, Thanks of the Compliment, I have been in this business since 1979, we had good & bad times, I have, 11- Legal all American Employee's, They have families also, I try to keep these people working, So I am not letting 3% Stop me from getting paid or making a sale. again Thanks for your Commint
Mark Henderson
10:25 am on Monday, January 28, 2013
Five years and counting, No credit cards!!
10:49 am on Monday, January 28, 2013
Am I the only one who sees a future of rising robberies because people will be carrying more cash? And what if these robbers carry guns? Will this not increase the amount of gun crime? Will this not cause citizens to feel the need to carry weapons to protect themselves? But wait...the government just put a ban on certain types of weapons.... classic case of circular logic....
11:14 am on Monday, January 28, 2013
JK, my husband and I were thinking the very same thing yesterday about more robberies, especially of women at Christmas as they shop for family and friends. I use a credit card for the convenience (and for the discount sometimes if you use a department store credit card), but will start writing checks to stores who charge a CC fee. Does anyone else remember the day when, if you make a large purchase (furniture, washing machine, dryer, automobile) using cash, you would get a 10% discount?
Charlie Russell
12:23 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
Why has no one asked about our state representation? As a former Texan, I can assure you that GA manages to tax you on everything but air. Gwinnett county charges each homeowner for a "rain" tax. Why does GA allow this sort of thing? Texas and other states do not. Why are we taxed on any internet purchase? According to Gov. Deal's office it is because the "Mom & Pop" stores can't compete. Guess Mom and Pop didn't know that one has to pay shipping and handling costs when buying from alternative sources. As for this new one? I don't have to buy except what I HAVE to have. Strip malls are empty. Look for more to close their doors. Oh, and call your Governor. I did.
Ethan Smith
4:32 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
Does anyone know which stores are going to start charging this fee so we can avoid them?
Vanzetta Evans
6:27 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
Ethan, most major stores like Walmart and Target are able to negotiate rates with the credit card companies, so they most likely will not be charging the fee. This will primarily affect smaller businesses-- the mom & pop stores-- who will have to decide whether to charge the fee, raise prices 4% or eat the cost. But here's a partial list of members of the National Retail Federation: http://www.nrf.com/modules.php?name=Pages&sp_id=445
The NRF did a survey and found that none of their members are going to charge the fee.
R++ - One of the famous "Dacula Crew"
6:51 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
Interesting, as Kroger was listed as a member of the actual lawsuit / settlement that set this "fee program" in motion...
I'll be watching the door for the notice BEFORE I purchase...
Charlie Russell
7:51 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
Had a few comments from my earlier post. Has anyone considered walking out of any store charging this fee AFTER they have rung up your purchases? If Kroger is behind this legislation, then they might find themselves having lots of overtime pay for restocking. As for me, I won't be buying where this additional tax is charged. I would like to know started this, but I am convinced we have no protection from such things with our present elected officials.
R++ - One of the famous "Dacula Crew"
10:41 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
Yes, that is an option if you don't see the notice beforehand.
You might be surprised how much restocking they actually do for one reason or another at the register now, I've seen a few cases of it recently.
7:56 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
So this means that the Mom and Pop stores, long lauded and supported as the 'Backbone' of our middle class, are going to get smacked down again. How can the small businesses continue to operate when we are all planning to boycott them because of this extra tax. This stupid rule will only make the banks and credit card companies richer. The lawmakers are talking out both sides of their mouths...watch for the surprised look!
10:03 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
I'm wondering why GA chooses not to prohibit passing these fees on to consumers. If anyone knows the reason, please share it. It seems there is one financial setback after another. We are asked to help finance a football stadium!! I am at a loss!
Charlie Russell
3:05 pm on Tuesday, January 29, 2013
The reason is this: While claiming to be against "taxes" they proceed to tax us on every single thing they can. The screaming about being unable to conduct business is accurate, but it can be traced to our local, county and state regulators where there are tremendous advantages to these elected officials to create false barriers for people to jump through in order to get work. If you have to pay to take this course, or pay a fee for another license, then who benefits? Not the would-be worker. This governor (and I did vote for him) hasn't found a tax he doesn't embrace, nor a business for cronies he doesn't make mandatory. Look it up. This is no different and will not help the small businesses he claims it will.
4:15 pm on Tuesday, January 29, 2013
After reading your comment this thought came to me: In politics it's the same old ball game, but with a different quarterback. Do you understand what I mean? And every quarterback is going to be or do better than the previous one. This BUSINESS of politics is out-of-control.
Charlie Russell
3:08 pm on Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Please call the Governor and ask why. If he gets his phones slammed for a week or two he may decide it isn't worth it. As for me, I won't be voting for him again. His telephone number is: (404) 656-1776. Guess he thinks the last four digits makes him some kind of patriot.
Charlie Russell
11:13 pm on Thursday, February 7, 2013
Thanks for all of the response. If anyone has any ideas, please let me know. I'll be happy to try anything.


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spreadsheet application for GNOME - main program
Gnumeric is a spreadsheet application that interoperates well with other spreadsheets. It comes with plugins that enable it to deal with commonly used spreadsheet file formats.
The following formats can be imported and exported: - Microsoft Excel 2007 (.xlsx); - Microsoft Excel 97/2000/XP (.xls); - Microsoft Excel 95 (.xls); - OASIS XML, OpenOffice.org XML, StarOffice (.sxc); - Comma/Character Separated Values (.csv); - Data Interchange Format (.dif); - Applix version 4 (.as).
Additionally, the following formats can be imported: - GNU Oleo (.oleo); - Linear and integer program expression format (.mps); - Lotus 1-2-3 (.wks, .wk1); - MS MultiPlan SYLK (.sylk); - WordPerfect family "Plan Perfect" (.pln); - Quattro Pro (tm); - XSpread or SC; - XBase (.dbf).
Gnumeric can export to LaTeX 2e (.tex), TROFF (.me) and HTML as well.
Gnumeric should be easy to use, in particular for users familiar with Excel.
Gnumeric is a GNOME application. GNOME (GNU Network Object Model Environment) is a user-friendly set of applications and desktop tools to be used in conjunction with a window manager for the X Window System.
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Search Contacts, Conversations and Calendar
Query multiple words, a phrase enclosed in quotes use +/- for +MUST_INCLUDE -MUST_NOT_INCLUDE words. You can define a time frame for search in calendar and conversations or select the calendarevent type (todo, note, events) to search for.
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International dictionary written using Qt4
QStarDict is a modern international dictionary written using Qt4.
It is a StarDict clone written with using Qt4. It can use StarDict DICT files as a word database for translation. QStarDict supports plugins.
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Simple application for planning your tasks using a tree as the main tool.
This is an unstable release with new features: * List of tasks sorted by planned time. * Priorities. * Time counters. * Search by tasks' text fields. Main features of the stable version (0.1.3): * Tasks tree with tasks, subtasks and dependencies. * Task can have planned times for start and finish, and total amount of time required to complete the task. * Task can be marked completed by a single mouse click (or tap) on the tree, but only when all of its subtasks and dependencies are completed. * List of tasks can be saved to HTML file (for printing etc.). Planned features include: * Transparent synchronization between desktop and mobile computers. * More complex relations between tasks. * Calendar view. * Improved look and feel, more informative icons. * And much more. If you want to speed up the development, just become a sponsor.;)
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eBook reader that supports the popular ePub-format.
MeBook is an eBook reader that supports the ePub-fileformat. Features include feedbooks.com as searchable catalog, annotations, bookmarks, both scroll and page views and a finger-friendly UI.


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Year end tax guide
This year end guide relates to planning opportunities that were relevant prior to the end of the last tax year. We will publish our 2013/14 year end guide on 1 November 2013 and keep this updated through to the end of the current tax year on 5 April 2014. For our recommended guidance for the current tax year please view our detailed 2013/14 tax and financial planning guide or contact us.
Minimise the tax you pay
For many, 2012 has been a tough year with the adverse weather affecting some businesses while the summer games have had differing affects on business. With the Government struggling to balance the public expenditure against tax revenues there is always the prospect of further stealth taxes around the corner. So, this is a good time of year for a tax check up - are you satisfied you are paying the minimum tax necessary? With a top rate reduction imminent, but the curtailing of a number of well used reliefs, there really is no time like the present to take a step back and look at how you are managing your personal finances and your business, and consider how you might reduce your taxes and/or improve your financial and business strategies.
In this year end guide we consider some of the ways you might act now to help achieve a more secure future for you, your family and your business. Please contact us now to discuss your specific situation and the planning opportunities you could consider before the end of the tax year. Acting now could pay dividends in the future.


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we're doing the cruise both weeks
the eDocs and cruise guide were sent out for the 1st cruise last Fridayso the emails for the 2nd cruise should be coming real soon
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This is what is listed in the cruise guide…at least for the 1st cruise:
Theme day:
Join us for our theme day – we're calling it "Show Us Your Roots"! Wear a t-shirt or hat that
represents your home town. This will be a great way to meet new friends from your region.
Theme nights:
Take part in our exciting theme nights!
Formal Night – dress to impress
White Party – don your whitest whites and let's light up the Caribbean sky
70's Party – let's take it back to the decade when Olivia was born