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In light of all of this madness and mayhem, I was inspired to write and share ways to cope with COVID19 and all of its ugly. First, this is a battle. COVID19 affects us all. Being a respiratory illness at its core, it has morphed into a deadly disease to some, and a scary reality for most. But, how we get through is the silver lining. And, we can learn how to cope with COVID19 and recover together. Here are some simple steps:
Name It
- Let's all collectively say what we are dealing with: CORONAVIRUS *cardi b voice*, COVID-19, pandemic, Corona, Rona, Biological warfare, or WWIII.
- Now, get knowledgable about the virus and What we are facing.
- Then, break down exactly what you are feeling. No judgment from anyone here. Men: you are allowed to feel like an overweight little girl, new to town, headed in to her first day of school. This entire situation is absolutely daunting. And the real fear is what will I lose as a result of all this? What will I be forced to do to survive? Who will I be forced to engage with for that survival? Do I have it in me? Let's tie some words to your fear.
Identify the Experience
- Has your personal residence ever been robbed? You come home from work or play…as soon as you step towards your front door you feel something off? Whether your door is unlocked, slightly ajar, or damaged, the feeling starts right there. The gut punch to your stomach that something is terribly, terribly wrong. Then you walk in *gasp* and that feeling of pure violation takes over coupled with being naturally scared, then mad as hell, then utterly frustrated, then for some, a little sadness (that someone can be so cruel to cause you harm).
Let's Recap
- Identify and breakdown what you fear.
- Write it down or Type it in your phone. If neither works for you, find your reflection somewhere and say aloud what you are feeling. Then, let it be. We will address it later.
Lean on Someone
Reach out to someone that you would not normally engage with… Especially helpful is our Elderly (who are so vulnerable right now), military vets (or even active duty – or have done a tour – in wartime, you need to cope real quick), or First responders (our Paramedics, our Police and our Firefighters). Talk to people who are more likely to understand un-chartered waters or potentially dangerous situations. Reach out to organizations like WHO and find out what to do.
Find the Bright Spots
Look at yourself first. Do you have your senses? Do you have a functioning brain? Can you think relatively clearly (on most days)? Do your limbs work? Can you perform normal motor functions?
- Look at your family and friends – is your inner circle doing ok?
- Can you handle life's simple functions?
- Can you go to the bathroom with ease?
- Can you get food with ease?
- Can you eat the food you can get with ease?
- Can you clean yourself?
- Do you have access to clean water?
- Do utilities work like gas and electricity?
- Do you have access to communication?
Switch Gears
- What can you do with this time?
- How can you improve You?
- What could you contribute to the world right now?


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Kaysar makes his stand but is out:
Kaysar is out of the house because he was too strong a player to keep in as the fear of his wrath was too much and the fact that James switched sides so he was able to keep himself secure. Kasyar did not see all the deals others made and found himself reliant on the BB6 gang before he started reaching out to others in the house. His downfall was staying loyal to the group of 4 and there ability to team up with others leaving Kasyar alone and useless to the other players. Kaysar said this game is not for him and he is gonna go home and enjoy his family.
Name: Kaysar Ridha
Occupation: Graphic Designer
Age on show: 24
Status: Single
Lives: Irvine, CA
Kaysar lost out because he gave away HOH to Jennifer who did the most evil thing in Big Brother house and put him up for eviction. She was voted out the following week but Kaysar was gone till a vote to bring back one person. He was that person. He came back in but everyone felt he already lost so they voted him out again. He was a strong player but James was stronger.
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Actresses: Penelope Cruz
Bands: No favorite
Hobbies: No favorite
Sports to Play: Basketball
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Cereals: Cinnamon Toast Crunch
Snacks: No favorite
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Candy Bars: 100 Grand
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On Friday and Saturday. August 17th and 18th, I
headed down to Webster Hall to check out hip-hop veterans Wu Tang Clan. Let me
start off by saying I've never been to a show where more free shit was handed
out. Posters, Cd's and stickers. Even Rhymefest gave his sneakers away.
Speaking of Rhymefest, he was the opening act.
I was looking forward to his performance; unfortunately he didn't have much to offer the crowd. He talked more than he performed and when he did perform he was either free styling or performing a one-minute snippet of a song. There was no continuity or flow in his set. On top of that he name-dropped Kanye West and Jesus Walks more times then I could count. At one point he informed the crowd that Kanye would not be making an appearance. I wasn't sure if the crowd was upset or happy at this news. One song he did play which was a major crowd pleaser was a song he recorded with ODB, Build Me Up.
After an hour wait the lights went out and the
WU stormed the stage with a rush of energy. Seeing all the original members
(minus ODB) on stage is an awesome experience.
Wu Tang didn't mess around and played only the hits, leaning heavily on Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers). Solo material such as 4th Chamber and Ice Cream were sprinkled throughout the set. The only problem on night one was the sound, which was teeeeeerible. Microphone feedback was the main culprit. At one point Raekwon got frustrated and said, and I'm paraphrasing, "Yo, this sound system sucks!" So, for all of you who attend indie rock shows at Webster Hall, you can now quote Raekwon when discussing the merits of Webster Hall's sound system. I quickly got over the sound in time to witness a beautiful moment. Method man asked the crowd for a moment of silence in memory of ODB. He exclaimed that, "we're not mourning ODB's death but celebrating his life." After the moment of silence Method Man brought out ODB's mom for a round of ODB chants.
The Clan then led everyone in a rendition of
Shimmy Shimmy Ya and Brooklyn Zoo. After ODB's tribute it was time for Wu tang
to bust out their ladies on the stage gimmick. Basically, they ask all the
ladies to come up on stage to dance and molest them. It's safe to say that the
ladies love Ghostface because multiple women were molesting him. At one point
he had to run away from the onslaught of hands. Here's
an example from a Ghostface show earlier this year. Conversely, the RZA,
like a horny old man, was chasing ladies all over the stage. Speaking of The
RZA, after performing 4th Chamber he addressed the crowd. He was talking
about knowledge and positivity and it all made sense until he started talking
about mathematics, philosophy and the hundred and forty four thousand chosen.
He started to sound like one of those nutty militant men that hang out in Times Square and shout nonsense at tourists. Something tells me he was under the influence because his verses were sloppy and his performance was spotty at best. As Wu Tang wrapped up their set and walked off the stage I couldn't help but feel that they had an even better performance in them.
Night two was a full-blown hip/hop show that
made the previous night feel like a dress rehearsal. Wu Tang added to the buzz
by bringing out martial arts performing Shaolin Monks to entertain the crowd.
The evening continued with Lord Jamar as the opener. It was a short, but respectable set from the hip-hop veteran. Towards the end of his set he brought out Sadat X and the crowd went wild. Lord Jamar + Sadat X = Brand Nubian! Of course they performed Punks Jump up to get Beat Down, which sounded just as good as it did in 93'.
After Lord Jamar/Brand Nubian exited the stage, Ed Lover of Yo! MTV raps fame was up to bat. He slammed all the latest hip-hop video shows on TV (BET) and made fun of a few rappers. (T.I. I think) He then proceeded to whip the crowd into a frenzy. We were ready for Wu Tang to hit the stage; unfortunately Wu Tang didn't come on for another hour.
After a long wait Wu Tang finally hit the stage.
Each member came out one at a time to one of his solo hits. It was a Wu Tang
roll call with Method Man and Ghostface being the last two out. After each
member got their minute in the spotlight they went straight into Method Man,
and never looked back. Over the two nights they played everything off of 36
Chambers except, Wu-Tang: 7th Chamber and Clan in da Front. On
night two, they almost ran through every song on 36 chambers. As far as guest
appearances go, Redman came out for the second night in a row and proceeded to
recklessly launch himself into the adoring crowd. Meth and Red have an
undeniable chemistry on stage together and both possess the ability to hype a
Speaking of Method Man, once again he was leading the charge. You can't really say Wu Tang has a leader or captain, but for all intents and purposes Method Man is that guy. He supplied all of the energy by jumping into the crowd repeatedly and pumping his fists and arms non-stop. If Method brought the energy, Ghostface brought the smoothness and swagger. Method Man and Ghostface, more than any other Wu tang member exhibited the most confidence and gusto on stage. They are clearly the super stars in Wu Tang Clan.
Once again Wu Tang brought all the ladies on stage. Like I mentioned earlier, if you've seen Wu Tang or Ghostface you know how this gimmick works.
It can be a tad boring if you've seen it before but tonight's show had a little twist. There weren't enough ladies in the audience and the pickings were slim. This did not sit well with Ghostface and by the end of Cherchez LaGhost he told the ladies to "Get the hell off the stage" and led the crowd in chant of "get the hell off the stage."
One has to marvel at Wu tang's longevity. This
isn't a group that tolerates each other to tour and collect a check. They
genuinely enjoy performing together on stage. There are no egos and each member
constantly defers to other. It truly is amazing to see a group with so many
members, who are superstars in their own right, last this long and continue to
maintain friendships and working relationships. The fans showed their
admiration Friday and Saturday by throwing their W's in the air and singing
along to every single song and Wu Tang gave it right back informing the crowd
that they're working on their next album.
More Links
Wu Tang Clan - Triumph @ Webster Hall 8/17/06
Wu Tang Clan - Method Man @ Webster Hall 8/17/06
Bring Da Ruckus and Da Mystery of Chessboxin' Videos @ Webster Hall 8/18/06
Photos: Wu Tang Clan 8/17/06
Photos: Wu Tang Clan 8/18/06
Photos: Ghostface Killah 4/22/06


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Semalt About Keyword Stuffing And Hidden Text
Igor Gamanenko, the Semalt Customer Success Manager, states that keyword stuffing and hidden text are two main problems that can affect your rankings, and Google warns webmasters to avoid this kind of things. When it comes to hidden text and keyword stuffing, most of the individuals think of the fifty lines long text on a white background in the footer of a website. It means the placement of text on the web pages for search engines only, not for the users.
It was a common practice many years ago, although the trend has been changed and a lot of new things have emerged since then. Now, we are told everything about how to hide the text on the pages, how to place it underneath other elements and how to get it published without letting Google know anything.
Keyword stuffing is all about putting keywords and phrases haphazardly in a piece of content. Most often, it doesn't make any sense and is meant to improve the ranking of a site in the search engine results. If you believe that keyword stuffing will help you in any way, you are making a huge mistake.
Google Distinguished Engineer Matt Cutts states that using things like JavaScript on a website is good, but keyword stuffing cannot be tolerated at any cost. Matt has brought up the points that spinning cannot lead you anywhere. Those individuals that publish duplicate or low-quality content must review their attitude towards their own sites and place only fresh, relevant articles. If they don't pass the keyword spamming tests, they are likely to be penalized.
It's safe to say that most of the keyword stuffing examples are obvious and clear. It is good to rank your keywords and get them included in your content, but keyword stuffing and overuse are never allowed. If you want to get top positions in the SERP, you should concentrate on quality rather than quantity. Don't make your content look odd and unnatural with lots of keywords.
Why is this a serious problem for your site? If this question strikes your mind, let me tell you that when people search for specific keywords and end up on your website, they want to know more about those keywords and phrases. And if you have offered them low-quality content, there is no chance for you and your website to survive for long. Hidden text and keyword stuffing ensure poor user experience, damaging your site's reputation in the whole.
If Google warns you about the keyword stuffing or obscure text, you should try to remove them as soon as possible, making sure that the credibility and quality of your site are maintained. If you are unsure of how to remove so many keywords from your content, we advise you to consult an SEO expert or try to replace the old content with new and improved articles.
Google always advises that we should document our cleanup process and make the backup copies of our data. This will save your time, and you can easily fix the hidden text and keyword stuffing.


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- Because of Shahid Sadooghi Airport's high elevation of 4,054 feet, planes must typically fly at a faster airspeed in order to takeoff or land at AZD. Combined with a high temperature, this could make AZD a "Hot & High" airport, where the air density is lower than it would otherwise be at sea level.
- The furthest airport from Shahid Sadooghi Airport (AZD) is Totegegie Airport (GMR), which is located 11,609 miles (18,683 kilometers) away in Mangareva, Gambier Islands, French Polynesia.
- Shahid Sadooghi Airport handled 471,164 passengers last year.
- Shahid Sadooghi Airport (AZD) currently has only 1 runway.
- The closest airport to Shahid Sadooghi Airport (AZD) is Isfahan International Airport (IFN), which is located 153 miles (246 kilometers) WNW of AZD.
- In addition to being known as "Shahid Sadooghi Airport", another name for AZD is "فرودگاه يزد".


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In 2012 we started working with the Macmillan Polska publishing house, which specialises in the creation of publications and applications that support English language learning. We started by creating several electronic textbooks.
At the end of 2013, the publishers asked us to work on a larger project to create a dedicated diagnostic system for teachers in Polish schools using Macmillan's textbooks. In the past, we had already designed and successfully implemented several diagnostic systems for other publishers, which was an important factor for our client. We gladly accepted this challenge.
The specific goal of the project was to design and develop a complex web application that would allow the publishing house to create and publish diagnostic tests. At the same time, teachers would be able to download all the materials for these tests. After diagnosis at school, the results could be collected and teachers could generate comprehensive reports for the student and groups, including progress reports.
We assigned a group of programmers, an architect, and a project manager to complete this project. At that time, PHP technology was popular on the market. Additionally, an interesting Google Angular JS framework appeared, which is why we decided to base the entire system on these technologies. After Angular 2 came out, we changed the front-end interface to accommodate this.
We started the project by agreeing with the client all the necessary requirements, paths, and roles of users. Based on these parameters, our project manager and team, together with the client, set out the necessary business and technical requirements.
The system that we initially provided was built in 6 months. After this time, we started maintaining the website and gradually expanding it in line with the developing expectations of the publishing house.
Within a few years of starting the project, we had developed a dedicated, complex and comprehensive diagnostic system. To this day, it is used every month by hundreds of teachers who are clients of Macmillan Polska. They are very satisfied with its operation and the functionalities it offers.
Since starting to work together, our team has designed, implemented, and constantly maintained and developed the system. We are proud of the fact that we were able to successfully implement all the business and technical requirements of our client and build such an important system with them. We are delighted that so many teachers in Polish schools still use it every day. Despite the high pace of development for new technologies in the IT industry, we have proven that we can intelligently and professionally manage the reliability and development of even the most complex web services.
It is also worth noting that our experience of cooperation with Macmillan Polska has always been very smooth and transparent.
Macmillan Education is part of the Springer Nature group and has been active on the global publishing market for over 175 years. Macmillan Education specializes in creating publications and applications that help with learning English. The Polish branch office is based in Warsaw.Customer website: https://www.macmillan.pl/
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Knowing the persona of your prospective buyer is foundational to your success. You define the persona of the prospect you want to move to becoming your customer or donor.
As a friend of mine explained it, the brain is naturally wired to consume information and make decisions in a certain flow. So when we follow the natural decision-making pathways of the brain, as sales people we can be more successful.
As I talked with my friend more, I realized this is exactly the kind of information you could use. So I asked him if I could share his "insider" knowledge with my realtor friends. This blog post is the first of a series that will show you how to use neuroscience.
First, a bit of background. My friend's name is Gary Hennerberg. He's the author of "Crack the Customer Mind Code, Seven Pathways from Head to Heart to YES!" His marketing campaigns have gone to tens of millions of people, have been translated into four languages, and has sold many millions of dollars of products and services. He knows his stuff.
In his book, he describes seven pathways in the mind that influence how people make decisions.
The first "pathway" to "YES!" is to know the persona of who you're selling. Since Gary is kind of a heady guy, you might want to know what he means by "persona." Here's what he says:
It's vital that we understand the basis of the personality (or persona) of the audience so we can relevantly communicate and be aligned with how the mind thinks. To get to the persona of our prospective customer we must dig deeper than basic demographics, lifestyles or interests.
In ancient Latin, the word persona meant "mask." And "mask" is an interesting metaphor as we think about an individual's persona, because people often place a mask over their true personality. Peel it off, and we may expose emotions surprisingly different than what we would have expected.
Breaking through requires that we think deeply about our customer and give them a reason why they should listen to us. While it's helpful to know underlying demographics and interests about our customer, those are not likely the tipping points that lead to a prospect becoming a customer.
It's Hennerberg's observation there are 12 foundational personas. Usually one of these is the dominant persona, but occasionally two or three can be blended for a more universal view of your most likely customer. Chances are, too, that you'll want to modify these or you'll decide that your product or service has its own distinctive persona. What's most important is that you take the first step to identify the personality of your customer.
Here are the twelve, all written in first person:
1. Trailblazers/Early Adopters
Deep down, I yearn to be the first to acquire what's new. I'm an "innovator." I thrive on blazing a new trail with what's new and cutting edge. I will stand in line for hours to be the first to acquire the latest, greatest, and newest product as it is being introduced. Ahead of the curve? That's me! It makes me feel important. Some call me a geek.
I have the money and financial means to be ahead of the pack. Yeah, I know the prices are often higher to be the first to have it. But it's worth it to me. I want to be the first to have everything, so that I can flash it around.
I'm passionate and deeply desire to be among the few in the know so I can acquire it first. And when I find something new and cool that I really like, you can bet I'm going to advocate the product and become an evangelist for the product creator. But companies should beware: if the product sucks, I'll tell the world. I'm always online, chatting, posting, and making my opinion known. My friends and I stick together to alert everyone of product fails.
2. My Brand/My Lifestyle/My Growth
My personal brand demands attention. My look, lifestyle, and personal growth they are all at the core of my being. The fact is when I receive a compliment of any kind, my head swells with pride. I love to be glitzy glamorous, and when I'm flattered, it reinforces that I am eternally young. You might call me a fashionista. If looking good above all else means being physically uncomfortable, then that's the way it is.
I'm comfortable spending money, so I can brag about the experience. My lifestyle choices and brand are made to position myself as the envy of people around me. I want to imagine myself as a jet setter who travels extensively and who dresses the part.
It's also important to me that I grow my mind and my skills because knowledge is highly valued and is a part of my personal brand. Possessing an intellectual acumen for leadership positions me as someone who is important.
3. Money Matters
I'm a practical and sensible person. I have common sense. My decisions are usually based on a combination of price and value. I don't always look for the lowest price in every situation, but I do look for the greatest value, and I'm careful with my money. I'm frugal. I work hard. I don't believe in needlessly spending my money. I don't need thrills or frills. Most important to me is accumulating money, not possessions.
I wish the world were more sensible. I know I can't change the world, but I think I can be of influence to people around me. How I spend money becomes a badge that I wear on my sleeve. Don't misunderstand me; I'm not seeking notoriety. I really don't even seek attention. Rather, I quietly lead my life with a certain smugness that will ultimately enable me to live comfortably. I don't want the financial pressures that so many people feel. For me, money matters a lot. I will seek out the greatest value I can find, and I will be quietly proud of my accomplishment.
4. On Financial Edge
I always feel strapped. My credit isn't very good. I often don't fit in to traditional financial services and banking. Unfortunately I'm not always able to pay my bills on time.
It's a struggle. I'm not proud of my situation, but I do the best I can to manage my finances. Sometimes I just overspend. I'm not good at math. I guess my reading skills aren't so good either. I don't tend to pay a lot of attention to accountability. I go about my life not realizing that I have exhausted all of the money available to me. Other times it's just that I don't make enough money to pay all the bills. As the saying goes, "there's too much month left at the end of the money."
I'll admit I don't know how to manage money. It wasn't taught to me. Or maybe I just wasn't paying attention in school.
I'm doing my best, but I sometimes fall short of what the world expects of me. I live paycheck to paycheck. I'm afraid of people taking advantage of me, yet I'm often open to helping others just like me. I'm part of my silent community. That's my life and I struggle to make changes and improvements to my standard of living.
5. Right Thing to Do: Taking the High Road
I'm a person who takes the high road. I make decisions based on what are right for me, my family, my health, the environment, and more. My persona is one who judges and makes decisions that are based on if a product or cause supports my belief system of doing the right thing. Sometimes I will fall on a sword for any cause. Some say I'm an activist.
I believe every decision should be based on if it's the right choice to support whatever deep-seated values I possess. A decision must support my belief system, or I will have misgivings and buyer's remorse. I feel affirmed when decisions give me permission to feel good about myself, the people around me, the earth, and our culture.
I recycle. I try to choose food that is nutritious or organic, and grown with as little negative impact on the earth as possible. I drive a fuel-efficient vehicle. In the back of my mind, I must know that my purchase decisions won't have a negative impact on culture or the world around me. I want to see, from marketers, how their product is the right choice for me. Cost isn't always an issue.
The world and our culture will spiral downward unless we all participate in turning things around. I don't want to have any regrets. I will do my part. I wish other people would share my sentiments. I'm fearful we will leave the world in a worse place than it was given to us. My righteous-based decisions are my small way of making myself and the world a better place. I sleep better at night when I have taken the high road.
6. Love and Social Relationships
My life revolves around relationships. I am affirmed by love and acceptance from loved ones, family and friends. I'll admit that sometimes I'm insecure about myself. I highly value being loved, wanted and desired. I need to have a partner in my life to feel fulfilled. When that happens, all is well in the world. Without a life partner, there is emptiness that I crave to have filled. I turn to family and friends to fill that void. The center of my life is to be liked, and I seek affirmations for everything I do.
My purchase decisions are influenced by what my friends will think about me. I am naturally attracted to anything that could make me more lovable and likable to others. I love being active on social media. I am careful about the photos I post because I want them to be a statement about me. Selfies with influential people are important to me, and I will regularly post about those experiences. It affirms who I am and it elevates my self-worth.
7. Adrenaline Seekers: Opportunists
I am convinced that I can beat the system. Whenever there is an opportunity or chance that I will prevail "over the man," I experience a physical adrenaline rush. Money isn't the big motivator. Feeling that I can beat the system or beat the house—whether it's the stock market or a casino—gives me a rush like none other.
I can smell opportunity, and I play to win. Money is a scorecard. I don't always need to win a big pile of cash; I just need to score. A small win is still a win, and it's worthy of bragging rights. I'm a realist, but I'm also a dreamer. I like to be given the opportunity to see myself as part of the story and dream big because when that happens, my adrenaline motivates me to play along.
I'm a risk taker and I crave winning. Losing isn't taken easily, but it happens. However, you're not going to hear about any of my losses. My losses are quickly erased from my memory grooves and they're replaced with the memory of past wins. Adrenaline gushes when I'm introduced to an opportunity that I sense is an alternative to traditional approaches.
8. Safe Players
I play my life safely. I don't like to take risks. For that reason, I'm often sought after by my risk-taking friends because I am a problem solver. I think of myself as unassuming in my approach to buying decisions. Financial risks are out of the question. All my earthly possessions are important to me, and I protect and nurture them. I am fearful of making a decision that will result in loss, and losses aren't limited to only money. As a professional, my belief in safety extends into my relationships with clients. I'll admit that I am more pessimistic than optimistic about outcomes. I tend to doubt some choices that I make, so I approach things very carefully.
I am inclined to create a firewall around myself so that I don't have to deal with problems. I think of myself as a problem solver. I am loyal to organizations that help keep me safe.
9. Hiding My Compulsion
I have deep-seated compulsions that need to be regularly fed. Usually I hide them. I'm aware of my compulsions and how destructive they can be to me, both physically and mentally. I yearn for normalcy and continually seek out how to lead a normal life. Secrecy is paramount. Anything I see from marketers must be discreet and private. I want to see support from organizations about what can be done to help what eats away at my core.
There are dozens, probably hundreds, of niche compulsions like mine. Some of those compulsions are painfully apparent and obvious to people, yet some are not. The key for a marketer is to respect my boundaries and barriers. For them to break through requires a certain degree of sensitivity. They must build trust and empathy. It will take time and it will require proof. I'm unlikely to reach out to peers for advice or recommendations, so my social interaction is kept to a minimum. But once an organization has earned my trust, I will be loyal to the core.
10. Fifty Plus
I may be over the age of 50, but that's just a number. Being over 50 is a mindset. I have daily reminders that I am aging. There are the daily physical reminders, but as I reach middle age, I recognize that my priorities are changing. My family is growing up. Grandchildren remind me that there is a circle of life. Career aspirations change and retirement looms ahead.
Honestly, I'm tired. There may be other baby boomers who are invigorated, just like the ads I see on TV, but deep down inside, I think it's a front. I wish I could go back in time, as I evoke memories of my youth. I feel that I am on the edge to being beyond the middle age curve. Priorities can change overnight. Suddenly children are young adults and have moved out of the house. My parents are aging, and I see a role reversal, where I am now their caregiver.
Life is often stressful and frightening. My basic survival is front and center. Once upon a time, I imagined enjoyment of later years in my life as I got closer to retirement. But the realities of health, finances, and relationships are a jolting reminder that it's not all happy news. I have come to terms with my reality. I am aging, and there is no turning back the clock.
11. Business 8 to 5
By day, I take on a different persona from that of my personal life. It's all about business. I work in an office. I have people around me all day long. I have a boss and co-workers. It's not necessarily how I would choose to live my time Monday through Friday from 8 to 5, but it's what I do to make a living.
Sometimes I am tasked with making decisions that involve purchasing products for my company. I'm not always the final person to make the decision, but I will have input on it. The money is not my own. And my job can be on the line for how I spend the company's money. So I need to make smart decisions that will help improve the profitability of my organization.
Deep down, I am most concerned about my job security. So for that reason, I am very protective and thoughtful when it comes to spending the company's money.
12. Did I Matter?
I have found my purpose in life, and I want to leave a legacy that fulfills that purpose. I continually work toward fulfilling my mission while I'm alive. I would like to see my legacy remembered now, while I can see how my money is put to good use, as well as after I'm gone.
I make decisions about what organizations I contribute to based on the alignment of their passion and purpose with my own. I'm not an overly wealthy individual, but I have financial resources that enable me to leave a legacy.
I want my family to enjoy money that I have worked to earn, but I also want to share it beyond my family. I would like something that furthers a part of my life story. It would be affirming to know that my money is being used now and then after I'm gone for something positive. I feel an enormous sense of pride and goodwill, knowing that my money is being used for a good cause.
As you meet prospective buyers, chances are good that in a few minutes you'll recognize their persona. Your opportunity is to tailor your message and style to them.


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Awakenings has been organizing techno events for more than 22 years. The famous Gashouder was the first place a legendary Awakenings techno night was held in 1997. Since then, the massive productions became known as the best there is, worldwide. With over 190.000 visitors a year, Awakenings has shown to bring the ultimate techno experience, every time, like no one else can.
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GASHOUDER: Since 1997, the Gashouder in Amsterdam is the homebase of our indoor events. We return with a series of massive productions each Easter, ADE (October) and around New Years Eve.
ELEMENTENSTRAA: After almost two decades we can call this new venue home to some of our Awakenings shows. The first time we'll enter this venue will be on the 29th and 30th of June during the Awakenings Festival Afterparty.
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Earlier this week, both Orion Outerbridge and Hilton Armstrong were topics of conversation on RidiculousUpside.com's first weekly podcast.
Following the Warriors' release of Dewayne Dedmon, the big man subsequently joined the minor league affiliated Santa Cruz squad. As a result, agent BJ Bass told us that his client, the high-flying Outerbridge, had been released to make room for the incoming young gun.
Coincidentally enough, after Bass, Santa Cruz broadcaster Kevin Danna called in and asserted that he believed Warriors' center Hilton Armstrong was quite deserving of an NBA call-up.
Just two days later, Armstrong was called up to Golden State. With a roster spot suddenly opened back up again, the NBADL squad re-claimed Outerbridge, reeling him back to Santa Cruz once again.
How long the forward will stay this time around remains to be seen, but if one thing is for sure, it's that Outerbridge was simply a victim of unique circumstance, rather than having been released following poor play.
As it just so happens, the Rhode Island alum actually logged his best individual effort on December 6th prior to initially being released. Outerbridge shot 6 of 8, scored 14 points, grabbed 4 rebounds, and blocked 3 shots against the Reno Bighorns.
The more playing time Outerbridge receives and the more opportunities he's granted to better acclimate himself to the pro game, the better he'll obviously do. Time and given opportunities are the keys to a successful season for the young gun. He's a raw talent with the ability to serve as a stretch forward in a number of different ways. More than able to hit the midrange jumper (he can also hit the long ball, on occasion), Outerbridge's freakish athleticism is often able to help him on both ends of the floor. He can fly in for electrifying dunks with ease, but on the flip side, can use his long frame to pester opposing offensive players inside.
It goes without saying that the 25 year old is an intriguing prospect, at the very least. Any forthcoming success he may have on the court the rest of the way will be dependent on the worthwhile opportunities that come his way. If nothing else, at least the Warriors seem convinced he's worth a second look at this point.


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We look at the first two minutes and thirty-seven seconds of Kubrick's masterpiece. The music! The flying! The credits! More weird trivia than you can shake an axe at!
Download the file here: Shining Episode 1
This album was huge.
The version of the Dies Irae that inspired the opening of The Shining begins at 3:30.
Scatman Crothers in one of his most beloved roles.
"Horn." [pause] "Toad." (The password was "trombone.")
He's not actually in the opening credits, he barely says a word in the movie, but we love him anyway: Mr. Barry Dennen.
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In an interview with POLITICO's Women Rule podcast, McCray talked up de Blasio's five-year record as the mayor of America's largest city, and said the demands of his current job would make a White House run difficult.
"But look at what he's done," she said in the interview, which was recorded on Jan. 24 and released as a podcast on Wednesday morning. "The safest big city in the country. Pre-K for all—and let me tell you, looking at 70,000 pre-K students … if New York can do it, anybody can do it, right? And guaranteed health care for all. Those are huge accomplishments, and I'm looking for someone like that. I'm looking for someone who could take on those kinds of tough battles and make that happen for everyone. Wouldn't that be wonderful?"
Asked for comment, an aide to the mayor stated that a de Blasio presidential candidacy is at least up for discussion. "As the First Lady said, the mayor is focused on his job," Michael Casca, the mayor's director of communications, told POLITICO in a Feb. 25 email. "But they're not ruling anything out at this point."
McCray's comments expressing skepticism about a presidential run come as de Blasio has openly flirted with joining the sprawling Democratic field of potential 2020 contenders that already includes two New Yorkers — Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand and former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg.
De Blasio returned to Iowa last weekend for a visit that smacked of presidential ambition, and he acknowledged that he had "not ruled out a run for president, obviously."
He also said he needed to discuss the matter with his family.
Whether or not de Blasio runs, McCray said she wants the Democratic nominee to be not only "change-oriented," but someone with "some kind of executive experience" — a requirement that most of the prominent Democratic candidates in the 2020 field do not meet.


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I'm not going to lie to you - I'm not a fan of The Black Series Centerpiece concept. Statues are made by so many companies, so a 1:12 scale (6-inch) non-articulated figure on a display base with places to pose your other action figures on a shelf isn't particularly delightful to me. It's kind of antithetical to the whole action figure motif - it stands there, it looks good, and it should be in the $50-$60 ballpark.
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So I did this interview with Hour 24. It's posted over at BuzzFeed. Check it out. They also have a crowdfunding campaign to raise money to make their next album. They're going to be working with a really great producer. It's an amazing opportunity for them.
Speaking of amazing – I love their promo photo!
They are also from Temperance, Michigan so Michigan readers – show them some love for sure! Ohio readers, don't hold it against them. They're just over the border so it's almost like they are from Ohio. 🙂 Actually, I think at least one band member does live in Ohio.
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Renovations that will change the way visitors experience the Riverwalk are breaking ground already.
Starting next week, The Sail will be under construction for the addition of Big Ray's Fish Camp and The Sail Plaza. The new project will transform the area into a bustling hub for relaxing and seafood feasting.
The two venues will add more seating and shade structures, features much needed for a long stroll down the Riverwalk. New restrooms and a full kitchen for Big Ray's will also be added, according to the city's website.
This will be Big Ray's Fish Camp's second location, the first being on Interbay Boulevard. The new restaurant will bring a vintage fishing shack vibe to the Riverwalk.
The Sail will remain open during construction, and the renovations are projected to be completed in April 2019.
Another project already underway next to The Sail is the redesign of the Tampa Convention Center. According to its website, new amenities are being added to enrich visitor experience and boost tourism in the area. These upgrades include revamped restrooms, new waterfront meeting rooms and new restaurants.
Within the convention center, a Nourish Food Cart and Starbucks Coffee Bar will be added. Nourish offers a healthy option of veggies and proteins in the trending build-your-own-bowl concept.
Harpoon Harry's Crab House, projected to open in November 2018, will replace the 18,000 square feet of storage space in the convention center. The two-level, open air restaurant will also be serving seafood dishes.
A Datz restaurant will also be added to the Tampa Convention Center, with its projected completion date in May 2019.
Read more about the neighboring Sparkman Wharf development here.


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Looking forward to some downtime with your sweetheart? Join us on the Alabama Gulf Coast during a fall weekend and rekindle the spark that brought you together. The fall weather is near perfect in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach and so are the deals for your couples' weekend.
Some Gulf Shores and Orange Beach vacation rental companies offer couples getaway packages that combine lodging and extras, including cocktails, dinner and breakfast. Others allow you to indulge your more decadent side with strawberries and champagne, chocolate and room-service breakfast as package add-ons. What a way to get away!
Enjoy a walk on the beach at sunset and revel in the cool breezes wafting off the Gulf of Mexico. Early risers can have much of the beach to themselves as they watch the sun rise over what promises to be another great day on the Alabama Gulf Coast. Try some fun couple's outdoor activities like fishing, sailing, parasailing and hiking or opt for a shopping expedition to some of the area's great stores and boutiques. Dining options abound from casual seafood restaurants to elegant establishments that combine succulent dishes with a cool, beach vibe.


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An electric vehicle charging station shall meet all applicable safety and performance standards established by the California Electrical Code, the Society of Automotive Engineers, the National Electrical Manufacturers Association, and accredited testing laboratories such as Underwriters Laboratories and, where applicable, rules of the Public Utilities Commission regarding safety and reliability.
The City of Emeryville has adopted an ordinance consistent with the goals that creates an expedited, streamlined permitting process for electric vehicle charging stations. In developing an expedited permitting process, the City adopted a checklist of all requirements with which electric vehicle charging stations shall comply to be eligible for expedited review. An application that satisfies the information requirements in the checklist, as determined by the City shall be deemed complete. Upon submission and meeting the requirements of the checklist the City, will issue all required permits or authorizations.
The checklist and required permit application shall be published on a publicly accessible Internet Web site. The City refers to the recommendations contained in the most current version of the "Plug-In Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Permitting Checklist" of the "Zero-Emission Vehicles in California: Community Readiness Guidebook" published by the Office of Planning and Research.
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Mir re-entry is unprecedented
By BBC News Online's science editor Dr David Whitehouse
The final command in the Mir drama will be issued on Friday.
The de-orbiting of Mir would be a routine procedure if it were not for platform's size. At 135 tonnes, Mir is far larger than any other manmade object brought to Earth before.
Since 1978, mission controllers have used the same technique to bring home about 80 Progress spacecraft and several space stations, the largest being the 40-tonne Salyut 7 in 1991.
Most of the Progress craft came back down without any problems, but this has not been the case with anything larger.
Skylab experience
The re-entry of Salyut 7, Mir's predecessor, did not go entirely to plan. Its controllers wanted to dump it in the same isolated region of the Pacific as they want to put Mir.
For a while, Soviet controllers lost track of the returning craft. They were not sure if it had come down or not - they maintained that it was still in orbit.
The main problem with bringing Mir down is its sheer size. The only comparable event was the 1979 re-entry of US Skylab. The American craft had a mass of about 70 tonnes.
Skylab hit the outback of Australia. Radar observations indicated that it had come down in one big piece. This is not expected to happen with Mir as, unlike Skylab, it is made of modules.
To ensure that Mir does splash down in the right place, the Progress will make a late, 10-minute burn, to force the Russian platform into the zone designated as the "landing footprint". When Mir does break up, it will be swift.
Violent tumble
In 2000, the 14-tonne Compton Gamma-ray Observatory was brought back to Earth by US controllers. They observed that Compton started to burn up at an altitude of 80 kilometres (50 miles) and broke apart at 70 km (42 miles). Mir is expected to do much the same.
It is possible that Mir's five pressurised modules could break away and explode.
The platform's final moments will be as a swarm of incandescent fragments hurtling into the water at near-sonic speeds. The flying debris will leave streaming trails of smoke that will persist for several minutes after they have dived into the ocean.
It would be a spectacular sight if you were in the vicinity. However, it is likely that no-one will witness Mir's last moments. The plucky space station that circled the Earth so many times will be lost at sea.
Destruction simulation images by Analytical Graphics, Inc
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New from Watson's StreetWorks – the Backup Mirror/Camera combination with two styles of camera. This camera can be license plate or body mounted to work on specific applications. See more details below.
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This is a Watson's StreetWorks exclusive! Watson's StreetWorks has just introduced a Backup Mirror/Camera combination with 2 styles of cameras; either a license plate mounted camera or a body mounted unit. This is a 4.3 inch screen in a custom billet center mirror. It can be mounted on your dash or overhead. The smoked glass on the mirror looks great when the screen is off and cuts the nighttime glare from lights behind you. The arm pivots at both ends giving you plenty of adjustment.
Wiring the system is amazingly easy, just supply power and ground to the camera and screen, then one wire joins the 2. Choose from either a license plate mounted camera or a body mounted unit. Both packages include the billet framed mirror/screen with mounting hardware, a waterproof camera, wire and instructions.
- Camera can be license plate mounted or a body mounted
- 4.3 inch screen in a custom billet center mirror
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Rivr Watr by Kim Lozano
Rivr Watr
Only sunlight crowds
the unfilled pool at the old YMCA
deep in silence
White tiles once bright
young swimmers long dead
ghosts of immersion
On the wall the words
do not swim alone written in red
lettered scripture
The scent of chemicals lingers
like incense around the hollow well
empty of its blessing
This water too has joined the river
no children diving down to touch the drain
open valve of its tiny heart
Kim Lozano
Kim Lozano teaches creative writing workshops in St. Louis and co-directs the River Styx at the Tavern reading series. Her work has been published in Poetry Daily, The Iowa Review, Alaska Quarterly Review, The Journal, Midwestern Gothic, Denver Quarterly, Valparaiso Poetry Review, New Poetry from the Midwest, and elsewhere.
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Nvidia call Tegra 3 PC class chip, displays with comparatives
Nvidia's new and upcoming Tegra 3 is the chip to look out for, says the industry. A confirmed chip which is upto five times faster than existing Tegra 2, offers 4 cores of 1.5 GHz madness and a perforce and graphics boost unknown to phone/tablet kind prior to this.The new Tegra 3 four times faster for web browsing, three times faster for graphics(12-core GeForce GPU). This GPU has total support for stereoscopic 3D.
The ASUS Transformer Prime is going to be the first tablet, with the Tegra 3. checkout the comparative images from Nvidia putting all questions to rest.
Claiming better performance and all round improved battery life, this chipset should be found in most tablets to be released in 2012.


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"Silver Kings & Paper Toys" by Glam
Still showing until March 1st is Glam's latest solo show at Montana Shop & Gallery Lisboa. The name "Silver kings & paper toys" invokes…Read More
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There is a distinct tone of condescension that runs through Philip Slayton's book Mighty Judgment. Subtitled "How the Supreme Court of Canada Runs Your Life," the book reviews the history and role of the Supreme Court of Canada, ultimately calling for significant reforms to the Court, primarily reforms to the manner in which judges are appointed.
Written for lay people, Slayton's book begins by describing the role and history of Canada's highest court. It moves on to a discussion of some of the Court's more controversial recent decisions, a look at its current members, a discussion of its clerks – and then ultimately, a call for change. Though I agreed with some of Slayton's penultimate recommendations – I found the journey at times tedious – and at other times obnoxious – particularly the repeatedly cited mantra that the Supreme Court "runs your life," which seems overly hyperbolic.
At the heart of any discussion of the role of the Supreme Court (whether it is Canada's Supreme Court or any other) is the debate between those who would prefer an "activist" court willing to use its power to strike down laws that seem to run afoul of the Constitution (the Charter)and those who would have the Court play a much more deferential role towards Parliament. In Slayton's discussion of some of the issues that the Court has wrestled with – such as abortion, gay rights, religious minority rights – the early tone of the book seemed to suggest that he was advocating for a more deferential court, particularly from his review of abortion issues.
Interestingly, by the end of the book, he suggests that he would side with the view point of those such as Justice Rosalie Abella, who see the court's role as interventionist - charged with the responsibility of protecting minority rights against the tyranny of the majority.
In some ways, the heart of the book is Slayton's arrogant assessment of the Amselem case, a landmark religious rights case which he refers to as a "bad decision." The case looked at the issue of whether a group of Orthodox Jews in Quebec could build sukkas (temporary huts) on their balconies for the eight day holiday of Succoth in a condominium building despite having agreed to property contracts that banned the building of any structures on balconies. The Supreme Court, by majority decision (5-4), narrowly determined that minority religious rights overrode other considerations, such as restrictive property covenants. In doing so, it carefully noted that there was no demonstrable threat to safety or security in the building and that minority religious rights could be accommodated in this type of situation where the real or perceived harm to the majority was minimal. Slayton sounds the alarm bells over the decision by exaggerating the deference provided to religious rituals. Although it is true that the Supreme Court held that only a sincerely held belief that a particular practice was required – in order to gain some level of protection for a minority religious practice – the Court also discussed the boundaries of the exercise of such rights – the discussion of which seems to have eluded Slayton. This decision from the Supreme Court gave real protection to religious minority rights – for practices that were unpopular – provided that they did not unduly interfere with the rights of the majority. This is a classic example of the Court protecting the rights of the minority against the majority – a principle that Slayton supposedly endorses by the end of the book – yet he dismisses this case with such disdain.
In the same chapter, Slayton argues that the Wilson Colony decision – which held that Hutterites (an Alberta religious community) cannot refuse to have their pictures taken if they want to get drivers licenses – is also wrongly decided because it is too harsh. Here the Supreme Court felt that the impact of hundreds of Hutterites having drivers licenses without photo identification – would outweigh their religious freedom. Slayton argues that the case runs contrary to Amselem but I think it is simply an application of it. In both cases, the Court set the boundaries of minority religious rights – depending on the extent to which they affected other rights and other aspects of social policy.
Slayton's book spends a number of chapters on petty reviews of the personalities, backgrounds and, sometimes, hobbies, of the current members of the Court, whom he patronizingly divides into "the Chief," the "Leaders of the Court," the "Middle of the Pack," and "Bringing Up the Rear." I can't imagine that Justices Deschamps, Fish and Cromwell could be too thrilled with being slotted into this final category – though the assessments of the judges – as with the other six – are all reasonably favourable. It seems to me that much ink is spilled unnecessarily on these sections of the book - especially since Canada is about to receive a number of new Supreme Court judges. Individual personalities are interesting and important – but in the long run – some are relatively ephemeral and have minimal impact.
At the end of the book, some of Slayton's calls for reform are logical and persuasive – though I felt that the impact was undermined by a poor discussion of some of the Court's decisions and by a fairly tedious discussion of some of the members of the current Court. Nevertheless, Slayton proposes changes to the appointment of judges with either a U.S. or U.K. model and term limits of twelve to fifteen years. The idea here would be to increase transparency and ensure that new ideas are considered – at least every 15 years or so. These changes seem to make good sense.
I'm less convinced that we should do away with regional representation or a preference for Court of Appeal judges (even if such judges have only spent a short period of time sitting on the appellate court) – both of which are also among Slayton's preferred reforms. I'm torn over Slayton's idea of insisting that all judges be fully bilingual. Although it makes sense to prefer this – the reality is that this would exclude a very high percentage of the Canadian population. We should probably start here with improving language instruction across the country – to first ensure that more Canadians are fluently bilingual.
Overall, I felt better about the book after reading the final chapter or so – though my impression was that it could have been reduced from 261 pages to a polemic article of about 20 – and it wouldn't have lost of its forcefulness – and may well have avoided much repetition.


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Pre-Algebra Examples
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Convert the decimal number to a fraction by placing the decimal number over a power of ten. Since there are numbers to the right of the decimal point, place the decimal number over . Next, add the whole number to the left of the decimal.
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Convert to an improper fraction.
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Peru, IN – A budgeting error with the amount the city contributes to PERF (Public Employee Retirement Fund) for public safety employees will result in the city not filling a vacant PPD Officer position and a soon to be vacant Firefighter position in 2019 to make up for a shortfall in the 2019 city budget.
According to Peru Mayor Gabriel Greer, the shortfall is a result of the new pay matrix negotiated between the City and the Police and Fire Departments this year. This matrix made some changes to longevity pay.
Longevity pay is a bonus amount based on the length of their employment with the city. The longer they are employed, the larger the bonus. The purpose of longevity pay is to incentivize employees to stay with the city longer.
Under the new plan, the longevity pay is capped at twenty years of service. Officers make less at the beginning of their service and more at the end to encourage longevity.


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Dudley Castle expert Amy Hickman uses her smart phone to keep tabs on the state of the 11th century monument at the heart of the zoo.
Each Tuesday the knowledgeable education assistant accesses areas of the iconic castle closed off to the public but she also scrutinises the stonework using the camera on her mobile.
By zooming in on the castle, she can take a shot and then enlarge the image on the screen to get a detailed insight into the condition of the ancient building.
Amy said: "Every week, usually on a Tuesday, I go up to the second floor to the great hall, along to the portico and the solar, which was the Lord's private room, on to the gate and then head down by the cannons to inspect the castle.
"But for the areas I can't physically get to I use a tip given to me by an architect during the last external inspection in 2015.
"He showed me how zooming in on pictures on a mobile can give us an exceptionally close look at the masonry, allowing us to make sure the monument is in good order. And it really works!"
Amy also carries out a daily visual check of the castle and takes visitors on castle tours as well as teaching younger visitors about the history of the building through engaging workshops such as Horrible Histories.
DZG is currently in the process of applying for funding assistance to carry out a programme of restoration work on the castle and other listed monuments across its 40-acre site.


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Around 20% of the UK's greenhouse emissions are a result of domestic heating. Burning seasoned wood however is considered carbon neutral; this is because the carbon dioxide produced from burning wood is equal to that of the carbon dioxide absorbed by the tree during its lifetime.
Rotten wood can also produce carbon dioxide. Re-using and burning wood from offcuts and unused timber is also a good way to reduce the amount of wood that is sent to landfill.
2. Stoves offer impressive heat output
When compared to an equivalent gas or electric fire, solid fuel stoves will produce more heat per kilowatt/hour. The cast iron body of the stove will also provide radiant heat long after the wood has burnt away.
Can a wood burning stove heat the whole house?
A suitably sized solid fuel stove is sufficient to warm a large sized room in a short space of time. Even the largest gas stove will struggle to match the heat output and intensity of a mid-sized solid fuel stove. Although wood burning stoves can now be "linked up" to your home's central heating and water, independent wood burning stoves are ideal for warming up certain areas of the home without needing to turn on the entire central heating system.
Factors such as the age of the property, insulation and room layout will have a bearing on the size of stove you require.
Can a wood burning stove heat water?
Some wood burning stoves can be linked up to the central heating system and domestic hot water. Besides designated "boiler stoves", regular solid fuel stoves can be adapted to connect to boilers and underfloor heating systems, providing a logical alternative to fossil fuels. The boiler system can still work with regular fossil fuels when required.
3. Less reliance on energy providers
Having an alternative source of independent heating which does not run on fossil fuels means less reliance on energy providers. Wood burning stoves are more than 50% cheaper to run than gas, oil or electric stoves (see "Low running costs" below) whilst also reducing our carbon footprint.
Although we may not ever be totally independent of gas, electric or oil we can make small changes in how we consume energy on a daily basis.
4. Low running costs
How much do wood burning stoves cost?
In recent years the rise in demand for solid fuel stoves has kept prices competitive as more manufacturers add solid fuel stoves to their product lines. Purchase and installation costs for wood burning stoves are comparable to gas stoves.
How cost efficient are solid fuel fires?
The enclosed design of a wood burning stove means there is little or no heat loss or down draught from the chimney. Similarly the cast iron body of the stove radiates heat long after the fire has burnt out.
Solid fuel stoves offer efficiency ratings upwards of 80% in comparison to the 25-50% efficiency offered with an open-fronted alternative. Wood burning stoves reach high temperatures relatively quickly and can maintain temperature with very little fuel.
5. Reliability
In the unfortunate event of a power failure, having a wood burning stove can mean you have a sufficient source of independent heating. This is also important for homes that rely on delivery of oil or LPG fuel; bad weather can result in delays so having a solid fuel alternative is an absolute must have.
How are wood burning stoves better than other types of fires?
Solid fuels stoves require little or no maintenance other than regular cleaning. Gas stoves require a yearly service and feature safety valves, ceramic fuel beds and other components which will wear and need replacing over time.
6. Stoves are suitable for smokeless zones
Some solid fuel stoves burn authorised smokeless fuels and can be installed in areas where this is a requirement. A full list of smokeless fuels and further guidance on approved stoves be found on the DEFRA (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) website.
How to light a wood burning stove
Once your stove is ready for action you will first need to create a fire-bed using firelighters (or paper) and dry kindling wood (small pieces of dry wood which catch fire easily). The aim is to first create heat within the stove to warm the flue above. Once the firelighters have been ignited, leave the door slightly ajar to help with the pull up the flue, and to help with combustion. Once the dry kindling has began to burn intensely, you can now begin to add smaller pieces of split wood and close the stove door – if you are foraging for wood or using large logs, a log splitter is an essential tool to invest in. Avoid adding large pieces of wood at this stage; instead, gradually build up the fuel bed of the fire with smaller pieces first. Larger logs can be added once the fire has been established and is burning more intensely.
7. Attractive appearance
Finally, it has to be said that wood burning stoves can add a great deal of character to a home, and many people think they look more attractive than other types of fires.
Once you have your wood burner installed, your next decision might be how to best set it off. After all, we are talking about what is usually regarded as the focal point of your living space. A fireplace surround with mantel is the most popular option, and you will most likely want to place either a picture, a mirror or a flatscreen TV on the wall above it.
However you choose to enhance your fireplace, you can be sure that a wood burning stove will add a touch of class and rustic charm to your living room.