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(Natural News) Australian molecular and cellular immunologist, geneticist and microbiologist Edward J. Steele said the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccines don't work as intended because the disease they are meant to prevent is a "common cold virus."
"I've got to stress: This is a common cold virus [and] 99.9 percent of people can get rid of it," Steele said. According to Steele, the jab in the arm can't stimulate a mucosal antibody response in the nose, mouth and intestinal tract that is needed to neutralize the virus before it can enter cells and replicate.
People are now asking why they are being pushed to get injected with something that does not prevent viral transmission and only degrades the immune system over time.
The government and Big Pharma have been trying to cover it up, but there is a lot of evidence showing that these vaccines are dangerous.
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Immunologists and PCR tests cannot differentiate the common cold from SARS-CoV-2 virus. Apparently, the ruling class just needed to rename the flu and common cold to scare the masses enough to the point that they'd willingly inject themselves with an experimental drug that can destroy their bodies. (Related: What happened to "flu season?" In the age of COVID, "the flu" has been reclassified as coronavirus, says epidemiologist.)
Rates of influenza significantly lower in 2020 and 2021 compared to pre-pandemic levels
Influenza rates remained low in the last two years, essentially cratering previous levels and raising questions in the academic field. So where have the flu cases gone?
"Influenza has been renamed COVID in large part," said epidemiologist Knut Wittkowski, former head of biostatistics, epidemiology and research design at Rockefeller University.
"There may be quite a number of influenza cases included in the 'presumed COVID' category of people who have COVID symptoms but are not tested for SARS RNA," he said. It should be taken into account that influenza symptoms can also be mistaken for COVID.
He argued that those patients who have been said to have COVID may also have some SARS RNA "sitting in their nose while being infected with influenza." In that case, it would be confirmed simply as COVID.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also indicated in their influenza surveillance tracker reports that the cumulative positive influenza test rate from late September into the week of December 19, 2020 stands at only 0.2 percent as measured by clinical labs – a significant decrease compared to a cumulative 8.7 percent from the previous year.
The weekly comparisons are even starker. The positive clinical rate was 22 percent the same week in 2019, but only stood at 0.1 percent in 2020.
These low numbers continue as earlier trends in the year showed flu rates remaining at near-zero levels. The trend is also not limited to the U.S., as health authorities worldwide all reported sharply decreased influenza levels throughout what is normally peak flu season in the northern hemisphere. The rates are similarly low in the southern hemisphere.
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SUN PRAIRIE, Wis.—Continental A.G.'s ContiTech North America's automotive hose plant in Sun Prairie is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
The 200,000-sq.-ft. plant, situated on 17 acres of land about 15 miles northeast of Madison, was purchased by Continental in 1968. In September of that year, it began manufacturing hydraulic brake hose, and since then has played a key role in helping to position Continental for growth in markets throughout North America, according to Jim Hill, ContiTech CEO for the North America region
"The Sun Prairie plant and its employees and retirees—in a storied history that spans 50 years—have been valued contributors to what today is a well-respected and technologically superior global organization," Hill said in a statement.
Since operations began 50 years ago, the Sun Prairie plant has produced 3.7 billion feet of hose—enough, Continental notes, to wrap around the globe 28 times.
Today, the plant's 224 employees produce automotive air conditioning hose and transmission oil coolant hose for the original equipment market, serving automotive brands worldwide.
"The employees in our plant are the lifeline for our hose products," Plant Manager Bill Chmelka said in a statement. "There is a long history of cooperation with the union and staff, and this relationship has been a valuable asset to us over the past five decades."

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Posted: May 20, 2015 6:12 PM EST | Updated: May 20, 2015 7:51 PM EST
Now, high temperatures have slumped back into the 50's for the 19th and 20th, which had many asking if this was close to record-breaking coldest highs. Thankfully, we have the perspective that it could have always been colder. The coldest highs for May 20th were in the mid to upper 40's (Fig. 3). The forecasted overnight low for tonight is 43°, which means another chilly night, but this is still at least 10° warmer than the record coldest lows near 30° (Fig. 4).
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After the First World War, the Road Development Fund was used for routine maintenance. But the fund was not used for the development project, because of the overall economic depression in the country.
The effect of heavy wartime traffic caused further deterioration of the highways. At this time, the Conference of Provincial Chief Engineers was held at Nagpur in 1943. There, a long-term road development plan was displayed for India and it was known as the Nagpur Plan.
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Mississippi is nicknamed the hospitality state, but when it comes to voting, it is the state of entrenchment.
Mississippi is the most inelastic state in the nation when it comes to voting, according to a study by the FiveThirtyEight political blog. In simpler terms, the hospitality state has fewer persuadable voters per capita than any state in the nation. Only the nation's capital, Washington, D.C., a Democratic stronghold, has fewer persuadable voters, based on the updated study.
The lack of persuadable voters highlights the obstacles faced in Mississippi by Democratic candidates and Mike Espy, specifically, in his race against Republican incumbent U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith. In a sense, all the momentum appears to be on Espy's side. He has raised far more money than Hyde-Smith this year and is dominating the television airwaves across the state.
Yet the Cook Political Report, a national political website that forecasts elections, ranks the Mississippi Senate race in the "solid Republican" category. The aforementioned FiveThirtyEight gives Hyde-Smith a 91% chance of winning.
The national forecasters give Democratic Senate candidates in Kansas, Montana and Alaska better odds of winning than they give Espy. What gives? Are those states more Democratic than Mississippi? In the 2016 presidential election, Trump won Mississippi by 18%, compared to more than 20% in Montana and Kansas and by almost 15% in Alaska.
The issue, according to FiveThirtyEight, is not that Mississippi is more Republican than those states, but that it has fewer voters willing to cross party lines. The blog says elastic voters are more likely to be swayed by political events — the economy, a scandal, a pandemic.
Perhaps the most disturbing trend here is how inelastic the country is as a whole. The study describes Mississippi and many other Southern states as having " lots of white evangelical Protestants and white voters with conservative views on racial issues who rarely if ever vote for Democratic candidates." The study identifies Kansas, Montana and Alaska as very white states, but "not as evangelical or racially conservative."
Another issue that might make Mississippi a little different than states like Kansas is that Mississippi also has a high number of Democrats who also are difficult to persuade to cross party lines. Generally speaking, the vast majority of those unpersuadable Democrats are Black voters.
While not giving some of the Southern Democratic Senate candidates as much of a chance as it gives the Democrats in Kansas, Montana and Alaska, FiveThirtyEight does say the high percentage of Black voters in those Southern states gives Democrats a chance in an election cycle where it appears all the momentum is on the side of the Democrats.
A key caveat for Espy, though, is that there are more persuadable Republicans than Democrats in Mississippi. To win in November, Espy has to entice people to the polls who do not normally vote.
Many believe these are progressives who have not been enthused with the generally conservative Democrats who have run for statewide office in Mississippi. Espy, who has largely centered his 2020 campaign on race and social justice, has tried to attract those voters by embracing the national Democratic ticket to an extent that most Mississippi Democratic statewide candidates have not in past election years.
In addition, Espy must convince a small percentage of those Mississippi Republican voters to come over to his camp. Espy is trying to do that with recent ads touting the need to change the state's trajectory to ensure young people do not leave the state, and by highlighting his willingness to work across party lines, like he did in the 1980s and 90s with Republicans like Sen. Thad Cochran and President Ronald Reagan.
To win, Espy must do both of those things: inspire new, mostly younger progressives and convince some of those traditionally unpersuadable Republicans.
Espy maintains that he will win if Black voters in the Nov. 3 election make up 35.5% of the total vote, and that if he increases his share of the white vote from the 18% he garnered in his 2018 Senate special election against Hyde-Smith to 22%. Based on early absentee voting numbers, there is a strong likelihood that the African American turnout will be higher than the 32.5% the Espy campaign says he earned in the 2018 special election.
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Churches observed Black Sunday yesterday in protest over the terror attacks on 2019 Easter Sunday, calling on the government to deliver justice by prosecuting those responsible for the attacks. Protestors led by the two Colombo Auxiliary Bishops Rt.Rev. Anthony Jayakody and Rt.Rev.Maxwell Silva held placards pleading for justice in Negombo in front of the Katuwapitiya Church which was bombed on April 20, 2019 while others led by Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith gathered in front of the Kochchikade St. Anthony's Church yesterday.
Ameer Ali, ACL 2019 "The Transformation of Muslim Politics in Sri Lanka and the Growth of Wahabism from the 1980s," 5 May 2019, https://thuppahi.wordpress.com/2019/05/05/the-transformation-of-muslim-politics-in-sri-lanka-and-the-growth-of-wahhabism-from-the-1980s/
Cook, David 2006 Understanding Jihad, University of California Press.
Fernando, Asiri 2019 "The Thinking and Operational Capacity of the 21/4 Jihadists," 14 May 2019, https://thuppahi.wordpress.com/2019/05/14/the-thinking-and-operational-capacity-of-the-21-4-jihadists/
Jeyaraj, DBS 2019 "The Skirmish at Sainthamaruthu and the Suicidal Deaths of Some Wahhabi Jihadists -Jeyaraj as Investigative Journalist," 2 May 2019, ……………………… …………. ………… https://thuppahi.wordpress.com/2019/05/02/the-skirmish-at-sainthamaruthu-and-the-suicidal-deaths-of-some-wahhabi-jihadists-jeyaraj-as-investigative-journalist/#more-35371
Ameen Izzadeen and Abdullah Shahnawaz 2019 "The Emergence of Salafi Jihadists in the Kattankudy Locality in the Easern Province," 28 April 2019, https://thuppahi.wordpress.com/2019/04/28/the-emergence-of-salafi-jihadists-in-the-kattankudy-locality-in-the-eastern-province/
Nuhman, MA 2007 Sri Lankan Muslims: Ethnic Identity within Cultural Diversity, Colombo, ICES, 2007
Roberts, Michael 2007 "Suicide Missions as Witnessing: Expansions, Contrasts," Studies in Conflict and Terrorism, vol 30: 857-88.
Roberts, Michael 2019 "Slippages: Where 'Muslim' is An Ethnic Label as well as a Religious Typification," 3 May 2018, https://thuppahi.wordpress.com/2019/05/03/slippages-where-muslim-is-an-ethnic-label-as-well-as-a-religious-typification/
Yalman, Nur 2017 "Wahhabi Ideology is the Root of Islamic Extremism," 8 October 2017, https://thuppahi.wordpress.com/2017/10/08/wahhabi-ideology-is-the-root-of-islamic-extremism/


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The simple idea of writing a follow-up email after the first one didn't get a reply can be pretty daunting for many of us. Perhaps our social anxiety kicks in. Or perhaps we're afraid that we sent a bad email. In any case, if you feel awkward about crafting follow-up emails, you're not alone.
According to a Yesware report, 70% of marketers stop the interaction if they didn't get a reply the first time. But guess what. Not getting back with a follow-up means missing out on a huge lead, an important business meeting, or on essential information that your company could use in the future.
Emails have a very short lifespan, so if you didn't hear back within 24 hours, it's perfectly acceptable to follow up. As inboxes get more and more cluttered, it's possible that your recipient didn't have time to read your email, or didn't even notice it. Taking the time to understand why you didn't get a reply and drafting a compelling follow-up email can help you get your audience's attention and meet your goals.
In fact, one single follow-up email can increase conversion rates by 22% and if you're one of the marketers who stick around after hearing "no" a few times, you have 80% chances of completing the sale.
When should you send a follow-up email?
When recipients open emails, they generally do so on the same day they received them, so if you don't get a reply after 24 hours, you can already start thinking of what you'll say in the follow-up.
Although the time you should wait between emails may depend on a series of factors and there are always exceptions to the rule, you should send your first follow-up email within two to three days.
If you don't get a reply this time either, you should slowly increase the time between follow-up emails, because no one likes being nagged with daily reminders.
As a general rule, try this:
- Wait 4 days until the second follow-up email
- After two follow-up emails, increase the time spacing between emails to 7 days
- After 28 days, send follow-up emails once a month
Besides these follow-up rules, you should also consider the best times to send emails in general.
According to a MailChimp study:
- Tuesday has the highest open rate
- There are very small variations between the days of the week in terms of email response rates
- Weekends have the lowest open and response rates
Identify your goals
Before you start writing your follow-up email, you need to go over your first email and establish once again why you sent it in the first place. Was it to close a sale, to establish a meeting, or to ask a client for feedback?
This step might seem redundant, but knowing your audience and your goals is key to setting the tone and structure. Maybe your first email wasn't too clear on what you were trying to achieve, so you should reconsider its form and content.
Set the tone
Using the right tone in your follow-up emails plays a major role in whether you will get a reply. If your tone is too weak and unconvincing, then the recipient might ignore you. If you're too pushy and direct, then they can feel offended and flag your email as spam. So, where does the balance lie and how do you set the tone?
Previous interactions are a good starting point:
- If the recipient requested your help or services, but then they didn't reply again, then you can be more direct.
- If the recipient didn't request your help, you have no history of previous interaction and you're basically sending cold emails, then you need to be more cautious because you can come across as pushy.
For most marketers, setting the right tone is a matter of experimentation. When in doubt, use common sense. Does your tone sound appropriate for the recipient's age and position? Would you use that language in real life? How would you react if you received that email?
Find out why they didn't respond in the first place
This is an area where email deliverability metrics and analytics come in very helpful. Understanding why you didn't get a reply, to begin with, will help you adapt your tone and gain important insight into your overall email marketing strategy:
- If the recipient opened the email but didn't read it, this is a sign you should add value to the content, be more persuasive and include clear calls to action.
- If the recipient didn't open the email, you need to dig deeper and understand what happened. Maybe they just didn't see it, but maybe the email ended up in the spam folder or the subject line wasn't convincing enough to make them open the email.
Remind the recipient of previous interactions
Adding context will create a connection between you and the recipient and increase the chances of them replying to the email.
People tend to be more open if they've seen or heard from you before, so make sure you reference your previous interactions in the follow-up email.
An introduction like "I'm just following back after the email I sent you last Tuesday", will give the reader some context and the fact that you're referencing something they missed creates a sense of urgency.
You can always use the example of big companies to inspire you. Wikipedia, for instance, sends annual reminders to previous donors and asks them if they want to donate again in a very personal and thoughtful way.
Give them additional value
If the recipient read your first email but didn't reply, you have to go the extra mile and provide additional value in your follow-up. Lazy emails that aren't relevant in any way will not boost your conversions, and neither will generic sentences that don't relate to the recipient.
For a minute, forget that you're a marketer or salesperson and put yourself in the recipient's shoes. What do you have to gain from this interaction? Will replying help you in any way or is it a waste of your time? If you think you can do better, add some elements to strengthen your case and increase responsiveness:
- If you're selling a product, add a customer review
- Attach a relevant document
- Reference a mutual connection to boost trust
- Mention the results of a report or case study
The additional value does not mean adding more words and increasing the word count. Keep your follow-up emails short, clear, and to the point. 100 words are more than enough to state your case.
Make it about them
Although the ultimate goal of your email may be to close a sale, advertise your product or raise awareness of a new service, your follow-up email shouldn't be focused on your needs, but on the needs of the recipient.
According to a SalesForce report, more than half of consumers consider switching brands if their current provider doesn't personalize their interactions, so try to use a consumer-centric approach in every follow-up email.
As a marketer, you probably have to send dozens of emails every day and it's easy to forget that at the end of the line there's a real person, so take the time to make your emails more personal.
It all starts with addressing the recipient by name (including in the subject line), but there are other additional ways to personalize follow-up emails:
- Avoid industry jargon that the recipient isn't likely to understand
- Do some research on the recipient's industry and needs
- Mention a challenge that the recipient might be facing, empathize with them and explain briefly how your product can help
- Be professional, but avoid overly formal phrases because they sound too impersonal and prevent you from connecting with the recipient.
Proofread your email
Did you know that leads who spot spelling and grammar mistakes in emails are less likely to respond positively to them? According to a study carried out by two professors at the University of Michigan, errors influenced readers' perception of the writer mainly because the writer was otherwise unknown. In other words, you need to make a flawless first impression.
Crossing your T's and dotting your I's is essential if you want to inspire reliability and professionalism. Good writing is simply the norm when writing effective emails and there's no excuse for using they're instead of there or using the wrong verb form. One simple typo can draw attention from an otherwise amazing sales pitch.
Before hitting send, proofread your email carefully, ask a colleague to give you their opinion, or use online tools. Grammarly, Studicus, Hemingway App, GrabMyEssay, and Readability Test Tool are must-haves for marketers who want to perfect their writing skills and write flawless emails every time.
Apart from "technical" errors, you might also want to scan your text for awkward words, unclear statements or phrases that the recipient could perceive as impolite.
Include a clear call-to-action
One of the reasons why some recipients don't answer emails is that the message wasn't clear enough and they didn't know what to do next. So make sure you state the purpose of your email from the very beginning and state it once again in the conclusion.
Also, don't forget to include a clear call-to-action. Do you want the recipient to click a download link, make a purchase, send you a review, or confirm a meeting? Make that crystal clear through the CTA. This way, the recipient knows exactly what the next step is. Very few people read the email a second time to find out what they need to do.
To increase the odds of someone getting back to you, you can always ask the recipient to refer you to someone else:
"Can we schedule a quick phone call with you or someone else on your team to discuss this further?"
This way, the recipient can forward the email if it doesn't concern them.
End your email with a question
The end of the email is the best place for a call-to-action. And the best way to do this is to craft the CTA as a question.
Here are some examples that I have found effective:
- "Is [date] [time] a good time to talk about this in more detail?"
- "Are you happy with our current plan or would you like to suggest any changes?"
- "Is there more that my team can help you with?"
- "Can you please reply with Yes to this email if you'd like to know more about [Product]?"
Don't leave the next thing to chance. The recipient shouldn't guess what the following step will be. You have to state it clearly so that they know exactly what to do next.
Pay more attention to the subject line
Almost 50% of consumers decide whether to flag an email as spam after reading the subject line. This means that you should put as much effort into writing a good subject line as you do in writing the inside content.
Make sure to avoid the red flags that guarantee failure. This includes using all capital letters, clickbait titles or aggressive sales language. It does not work. It will not convince people to open the email and there's a considerable chance that the email will go straight to spam anyway.
The ideal subject line for a follow-up email should have at least 4 words and include the name of the recipient to add a personal touch.
According to a Forbes analysis, email subject lines containing an emoji have higher open rates. So consider this as something you can try, but keep in mind that emojis aren't appropriate with all audiences.
Figuring out the perfect subject line for follow-up emails can take some time and experimentation. Nearly half of marketers say that they test multiple alternate subject lines to optimize email performance. So don't be surprised if you don't get an immediate boost in response rates from the first try.
Persistence is key when writing follow-up emails after getting no response, but getting it right isn't easy. You have to strike a balance and avoid crossing the fine line between persuasiveness and rudeness. Be polite and don't approach your lead in a way that can come across as insensitive or desperate.


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Haha! You are right, I couldn't resist. And I am glad I didn't!!ReplyDeleteReplies
Hey Kato! Your curiosity is wonderful! Glad you enjoyed =) Indigo xDelete
Hey Jaleh! I salute your thought! *salutes* <--- See? Roth xDelete
Some women simply cannot resist a bad boy. Or so I'm told.ReplyDeleteReplies
Hey Nancy! Yeah, that's why I've been single for five years; too damned nice. Oh, and weird. Indigo xDelete
Many years ago my matronly Grandma took it upon herself to lecture me, I have no idea why, {he says innocently,looking to one side and fluttering his eyelashes.} on the temptations a young boy may meet on his journey to manhood. She completed it by reminding me seriously to 'look out for bad women Alistair'.ReplyDelete
I looked. For years I looked. Often quite hard. Never found one. Some were better than others of course but they were all good.
I hope granny wouldn't be disappointed in me.
And - as my Lovely G now follows your scribblings - I married the best {or was it the baddest} of them all!Replies
Hey Alistair! Sounds like you landed on your feet matey. Do you keep him in line, Lovely G? And bless Grandma! IndigoDelete
Nice save Indigo. She almost devoured you whole!ReplyDeleteReplies
Hey Britt! Well, I have my body, but not my dignity. Indigo xDelete
Bad boys, bad boys, whatcha gonna do? You're lucky you escaped when you did.ReplyDeleteReplies
Hey Paula! I'm not absolutely sure if I did or not. I blotted it out. SO the signs aren't good. Indigo xDelete


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Smallwares: We are here to assist in providing product samples when applicable as well as performing product demonstrations to ensure you receive the proper tool for the job.
Equipment: Once an initial design has been agreed upon, your project may be submitted to the factory for layout design, CAD drawings and/or a quote. After any necessary modifications, you sign off on the final design and price.
Execute & Install
Smallwares: We work with you, your foodservice dealer and the factory to ensure expectations are met.
Equipment: Your preferred foodservice dealer/distributor places a purchase order with the factory and your equipment is produced. If needed we can perform a simple uncrate and set in place or a complicated installation. Start-up training on any of our equipment can be provided.
How Can We Help
Contact us to find out what we can do for you.
We are here to help. Have questions about what will fit in your space or how to get it done by your deadline? Call us, we can help. Are you wondering what buffet line is best or do you need a piece of equipment custom fit to your space? Let us know, we will work out the options with you.


text: My colleague Theresa and I were pleased to welcome therapists from across the United States and Canada to our seminars in Dallas Texas. Children's Medical Center has several campuses in the Dallas Metroplex and provides services for a wide range of infants and children. Our Children's House and Specialty Clinics are unique and serve populations in need of specialized expertise in swallowing and feeding. We continue to be amazed by the critical thinking of the therapists we meet at our seminars. Problem-solving case studies and learning from each other provides opportunities for clinical growth and networking. We look forward to returning to Texas in October 2018 for our seminars in Austin!


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Moving into a new area is sometimes a tough pill to swallow. People move for many different reasons. Some of them are good, while some of them represents an opportunity to start from scratch. For whatever reason you are moving, we would like to tell you that moving to Jersey City is the right decision to make. New Jersey offers a lot in terms of employment, education, housing opportunities and fun for the young generations.
It would be good for you to know that Jersey City movers move more people into NJ than out of it. This is a good sign, right? Now that we have reassured you that you are not making a mistake by moving to our beloved city, let's see what you can expect to find here and how we can be at your service to facilitate your transition.
Moving in Jersey City
Jersey City is the second most populous city in New Jersey. Whether you need to be moved from the Heights or near Journal Square; Jersey City movers have you covered. We understand the dynamics of living in a downtown urban area. Maybe you are near the Port of Jersey or in the new areas like Exchange Place and need help with a move. What you need to understand is that urban moves are our second name. Our business was started and has grown in such environment that moving in downtown on a busy street swarming with people is what we are the best at. Therefore, no need to look any further. Give us a call and we will be there for you.
What Makes Jersey City Movers Like Vector Movers Different?
We are a highly-organized and well-trained machine. Vector Movers has team members that all work together to provide the best possible service for our customers on the move.
- We do a background check of all of our employees to ensure you and your items are in safe hands.
- By considering all aspects of your move, we work together with you to make sure we are as efficient as possible.
- We have our quote specialists that are the first point of contact with our customers. They will ensure the quote is complete and accurate. Once we give a quote, there are never any hidden fees.
- We then have relocation specialists who will be in contact with our customers and the moving team. They will keep everyone up-to-date on the status of the move. They are the main coordinator for the move.
- We then have the hands-on movers that will be packing, wrapping, and loading your items into the moving truck. They are the working team on site that will be there to help with any questions or concerns.
- All of us work in concert to make sure your move is as smooth as possible. We know moves can be terribly stressful, so we want to help you minimize that stress.
Why Choose Jersey City Movers As Your Jersey City, New Jersey Movers?
The Vector Movers organization is highly organized, but don't just take our word for it. Read reviews and find out the news for yourself. We have Yelp reviews that give us a 5-star rating, which is perfect. We also have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Our customers think highly of us and we want to keep it that way. The goal is to be the best in the business and the ones that you call on and that your friends and family call on when a move is on the rise.
Customer satisfaction is paramount and something we will always go the extra mile for in business. We have movers that are licensed, bonded, and insured to provide protection for your household items. It is easy for us to assist you in residential or commercial moves and the best part is that we can even provide free storage for up to 30 days if your new residence is not available for move in during the moving process. We are your one stop shop for moving and storage in Jersey City.
Vector Movers Are Your Movers And Packers In Jersey City
Regardless of the distance, we can take you near or across the country. You tell us your needs and we find the quote that matches your wishes. If you need packaging or wrapping services, we can assist. If you only need truck loading and unloading, we can do that. We will customize your quote based on what you require to get the job done. Our estimates never contain any hidden fees, once your quote has been generated. We take great pride in giving you the best moving service possible and the best price as well. Make sure that you give us a chance to earn your business by obtaining a quote for moving service.
There are many options that can be selected for your impending move. Call us at 201-266-3666 to get your personalized and customized quote for free. Since you are on our website, you can consider filling out a quote online as well. Vector Movers is an excellent source for your Jersey City moving needs. Our employees are here to help and would be more than happy to help with your next moving adventure.
Types of Moves Done by Vector Movers
Vector Movers specialize in a few different types of moves according to distance:
- Local moving
- Long distance moving
- Cross country moving
Local Moving
Moving locally is best done by a company that knows the area where you need to move to and from. Given the fact that we have been around Jersey City so many times so far, means that we are the right company for you! The key to our perfect moving track record are the people that we hire and train and good organization above all. With movers and packers Jersey City you should expect that we know up to every detail where each box goes. Furthermore, we always know where they are.
So in case you are unsure if you have got it all loaded, we will able to let you know in a matter of minutes! Furthermore, we track our trucks. This enables us to react in a matter of minutes should there be any hints of possible issues on the road. We are glad to tell you that so far, we have been using this perk only to reassure our customers that their belonging was on the way.
Residential moving
Another type of moving that we specialize in is residential moving. Basically, we are the home moving experts in New Jersey, no doubt about it. Go ahead and read the Yelp reviews. It was not our decision to specialize in this particular kind of move. Simply, when the company we founded the company, it turned out that many people were moving inside NJ area.
Given the fact that Jersey City moving companies were not as an abundant back that as they are today, we realized that the most of the work that we will be doing will be on a local level. Therefore, in order to provide the best possible service, we decided to examine all aspects from a residential moving and draw conclusions. Those conclusions are the reason why we are as successful and reliable moving company we are today.
Long Distance Moving
The evolution of Jersey City movers happened step-by-step. After we saw that we had mastered local moving, the time was right to set foot into long distance moving. The biggest perk of choosing moving and storage Jersey City to take care of your long distance move is the fact that with us you have options. We have got you covered in every sense you can imagine. We can pack your stuff for you. If you'd like to take care of some of your belongings that you hold dear to your heart, then go ahead. We can take care of the rest.
If it is your choosing, we are okay with just arriving to pick up the stuff that you had already packed. Your move means your choices and our help. Nevertheless, we will stand by your side and show you some tips and tricks with anything move-related that you would like to do yourself. And please do not forget that in case you do not have packing material, we have all that you might need.
When it comes to long distance moving, the most important aspect of planning is the organization and time management. It is the goal of Jersey City movers to have it all well-planned before we embark on the adventure of moving you. Also, we will give you the right time estimation of the move. Jersey City movers boast on their ability to provide the true estimates both in time and in cost. Therefore, before we leave, you will know when and at what times our trucks will be.
Keep in mind that in the case that you might need to store some of your items while the rest is on the move, we have got you covered in that are as well. We can offer storage facilities at very competitive prices and up to 30 days for free! Depending on the amount of stuff that you need storing while you settle in your new home or office, we'll give you the offer you cannot refuse and the price you won't find anywhere else.
Cross Country Moving
Cross country movers NJ is the most complicated move out there. It means taking your belonging from one corner of the country all the way to the other. Usually, our customer wishes to know where exactly our trucks are and how they are doing on the road. That's why we had GPS' installed in all of our trucks. This help both you and us keep track of how the transport is going.
When it comes to cross country moving, it should be the most important for you to work with a company that is licensed, insured and experienced at what they do. We are exactly this kind of a company. With us, your job would be to sit tight and not to worry. That is what those above-mentioned GPS' are for: to keep you calm knowing exactly where your items are.
Why choose Jersey City movers for your cross-country move
We take great pride in our competencies and our record of successfully executed moves. We have the knowledge and the means to keep that track record intact. These should be your reasons to work with us. You see, when a customer comes through our door, he does not come to ask for help with moving his belongings from point A to point B. The customer comes to us seeking a solution to his problem. That problem, apart from probably not having the means to carry out the move by himself, is having a piece of mind knowing that his items will be moved safely and swiftly across the country. That piece of mind is in the essence of what we provide.
Let's face it: anyone can transport your stuff, but not everyone can do it in such a way that you just let go. This is what Jersey City movers do: we enable you to enjoy the move and not fear it.
Specialty moves that we can offer you
Apart from taking care of general moves, moving and storage Jersey City specializes in cross country piano moving as well. We have found out that it is very difficult to find trustworthy piano movers in NJ. We recognized that our customers need to have an option to successfully and easily move pianos across the country. In it, we saw an opportunity to offer additional service to our fellow citizens. Therefore, in case you have a piano that you need to take with you, give us a call and we will come to give you a very fair estimate and inform you how we would do it in the easiest way possible.


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Today, a perfect stranger came up to me and asked me if I dropped by Air Pods case. As usual, I had started off my morning in contemplation of what I am grateful for, listing it in prayer, and then going to the gym to complete my pre-dawn workout. These are two rituals that I use to tend to the physical, mental, and spiritual elements of my holistic health regimen. However, like always, I tend to be somewhat absent minded and recluse by nature, even when I am amongst others in the gym. But today I was taken off guard, by a complete stranger who gave me the topic for today's exploration.
What is human kindness, and why is it so undocumented and under-rated? As I found myself jamming to my morning workout playlist, and being bombarded by 18 channels of primarily negative news, a complete stranger returned something to me. At first, I was annoyed! Why is a complete stranger bothering me? How dare someone interrupt me when I was in the zone of a runner's high, heart rate pumping and my breathing in the zone, releasing the much needed 4 AM endorphins to get me through the day. But as I took the moment to take out my Air Pods, and listen to what he had to say, I quickly realized that he was there to help, not hinder. What was most important to me, was that he waved a case in front of me, and asked if I had "lost an Air Pods case." To my surprise, I had. I instantaneously shifted from general annoyance, to inquisitiveness, and eventually to gratitude, as I realized the nature of the good deed this man, this stranger had done for me.
12 My brothers and sisters, can a fig tree bear olives, or a grapevine bear figs?Neither can a salt spring produce fresh water. 13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.14 But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. (James 3:12 – 14)
Wisdom is found in the deeds we conduct and the life we lead. Humility brings forward wisdom, which in turn affects the nature of the lives we lead. Far too often, we are simply surrounded by so much negativity that the positivity has a difficult time to shine through, which in turn affects the capacity we have to notice good deeds when they take place. Because our mind is so geared to avoid the negative outcomes, we oftentimes simply lose focus on all the good that surrounds us, let alone notice the profound effect a simple good deed can have on the recipient or even a community at large. The essence of human kindness is just this, to do good deeds for others. This cannot come from expectations, but must come from compassion felt within. This is a lesson we must learn to live ourselves, and then expect of others, if we are to heal divides so apparent in this day and age.
I thanked the man who took a moment out of his day to do a good deed for me. It made me realize that I had to take a moment from my day to recognize this and to see what kernel of knowledge I could draw from its essence. As I found myself surrounded by a wall of dark negativity being projected onto the television screens from the news being displayed, a single shinning light shone through because of a person's good deed. Would this be newsworthy? of course not. However, the actions of others, especially when added up, can become the shining light of tomorrow's news if we let it! What is human kindness and how can we propagate it in today's world, let go of preconceptions, learn how to relate with others, shift our focus to that which promotes health and happiness versus stress and negativity, and lead a life by example, not expectations! What are your thoughts?


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2014SNA + MC 2013 - Joint International Conference on Supercomputing in Nuclear Applications + Monte Carlo
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|2. Computational Science: b. Specific Computational Methods and Methodologies
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Shape optimization of a sodium cooled fast reactor
1 EDF R&D, département SINETICS, 1 avenue du Général De Gaulle 92141 Clamart
2 École Polytechnique, CMAP, Route de Saclay, 91128 Palaiseau, France
3 École Centrale de Paris, Polytechnique/EDF internship
Traditional designs of sodium cooled fast reactors have a positive sodium expansion feedback. During a loss of flow transient without scram, sodium heating and boiling thus insert a positive reactivity and prevents the power from decreasing. Recent studies led at CEA, AREVA and EDF show that cores with complex geometries can feature a very low or even a negative sodium void worth.(1, 2) Usual optimization methods for core conception are based on a parametric description of a given core design(3).(4) New core concepts and shapes can then only be found by hand. Shape optimization methods have proven very efficient in the conception of optimal structures under thermal or mechanical constraints.(5, 6) First studies show that these methods could be applied to sodium cooled core conception.(7) In this paper, a shape optimization method is applied to the conception of a sodium cooled fast reactor core with low sodium void worth. An objective function to be minimized is defined. It includes the reactivity change induced by a 1% sodium density decrease. The optimization variable is a displacement field changing the core geometry from one shape to another. Additionally, a parametric optimization of the plutonium content distribution of the core is made, so as to ensure that the core is kept critical, and that the power shape is flat enough. The final shape obtained must then be adjusted to a get realistic core layout. Its caracteristics can be checked with reference neutronic codes such as ERANOS. Thanks to this method, new shapes of reactor cores could be inferred, and lead to new design ideas.
Key words: Shape optimization / sodium-cooled fast reactor / sodium void worth
© Owned by the authors, published by EDP Sciences, 2014


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Teaching Otolaryngology in Rwanda | Overview
LOCATION: Africa (Rwanda)
TOPIC: Non-Communicable Diseases & Education
Rwanda is underserved from an ORL perspective, with just 4 faculty in the whole country who are equipped to train the residents who will serve a population of over 11 million. Dr. Roger Nuss and Dr. Julie Strychowsky are creating a template of teaching and training in ORL for resource-poor settings through Oto-Simulation (an ear examination simulator), teaching cases, and through teaching diagnostic tools. This initial partnership with University Teaching Hospital of Kigali (CHUK) in Kigali, Rwanda serves as a template that can be duplicated in resource-poor settings to increase accessibility to ORL teaching skills.


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If you're the type of person that never feels challenged enough and wants to put your logical reasoning, ego, and puzzle skills to the ultimate test, then Pure Hell is the puzzle for you.
It's a puzzle that is made with extremely tiny pieces that are all exact same color, white. This sadistic puzzle was made by the twisted minds at Beverly Japan.
The unique puzzle and probably the world's most challenging comes in either 1,000 or 2,000 pieces, and offers a guaranteed miserable experience while attempting to put together the pieces.
It is very easy to think that all of the puzzle pieces are the same while looking at the image on the box. But you would be so incredibly wrong. It's all an evil, evil illusion.
The pieces of the puzzle are based on a total of seven different shapes that all have very subtle differences. If there's any slight tightness or misalignment, then you're wrong and better keep working. The puzzle isn't called Pure Hell for nothing.
This puzzle has been available for purchase on Amazon for the past three years or so, and is priced between $20 and $34. Those bold enough to purchase it have some rather interesting feedback, with people referring to it as the Devil reincarnated, and people asking to send help if they don't hear back from them in the next few months.


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Black Women's Blueprint is planning justice ride to Pennsylvania ahead of Bill Cosby's retrial
As jury selection for Bill Cosby's retrial is set to begin on April 2, Black Women's Blueprint has organized a justice ride from its Brooklyn, New York, headquarters to Norristown, Pennsylvania, to kick off its #CosbyWatch campaign.
The organization, which centers on the rights of women of African descent, is standing with the women who accuse Cosby of sexual assault and hope that the 80-year-old legendary comedian will be held accountable for his actions. Cosby is charged with three counts of aggravated indecent assault against Andrea Constand at his house outside of Philadelphia in 2004. In June 2017, his first trial ended with a hung jury.
"What we're really looking at is defining what justice looks like from a survivor's perspective," Sevonna Brown, Black Women's Blueprint's human rights project manager, said.
The group will leave at 5:30 a.m. to arrive at the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas at 8 a.m, according to the event page. BWB will also be pushing the hashtag #SurvivorsDeserve created by Force, an organization with the mission to upset rape culture and to further center survivors' visions for justice.
Monday's action will be part of a larger conversation the group is pushing to create restorative solutions to end rape culture across society. It's not just about Bill Cosby or R. Kelly — new sexual assault accusations surfaced against the R&B singer in a BBC report on Wednesday — Brown said.
"It's not just choosing: Are you going to continue to support this artist? Are you going to continue to watch this TV show? Are you going to endorse this celebrity?" Brown said. "But what are the real conversations that we're going to have within black communities to talk about undoing intercommunal violence? What does accountability look like? What does consent-based education look like?"
The group has been part of previous actions against men who have been accused of sexual assault. In February, Black Women's Blueprint stood with the #MuteRKelly campaign, launched by arts organization managing director Oronike Odeleye and social activist Kenyette Barnes, by holding protests outside of the R&B singer's New York City concert. In 2015, they stood with survivors of Daniel Holtzclaw, a former Oklahoma City officer, who was sentenced to 263 years in prison for sexually assaulting eight black women.
Brown said that with this work the group receives a lot of hateful messages. "I think that we are experiencing a culture shift in this moment, but there's also so much left to do, and that's evident if you just look around on our Facebook page and some of the comments and some of the victim blaming and the Cosby apologists," she said. "We're still working through that."
As Women's History Month ends in March and Sexual Assault Awareness Month begins in April, Samantha Master, the director of strategic initiatives at the organization, said it's important to mobilize the cause of protecting black women and girls, as they are more likely to experience rape than other women. Data compiled by the Institute for Women's Policy Research in 2017 stated 21.2% of black women are raped during their lifetime, compared to 19.3% of women overall.
"I think it's critically important that we keep believing survivors and trusting survivors and trusting black women," Master said.


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The Bay Area has long been viewed as a leader in the clean energy movement, thanks to environmentally friendly policies from some of its largest corporate citizens. But don't forget about the little guy.
We're proud to welcome 13 small Bay Area businesses to the Arcadia family, all from in and around San Francisco and the Silicon Valley. Each of them is now eligible for the EPA's Green Power Partnership and running on 100% clean, renewable, pollution-free energy.
And it gets even cooler. Two of those businesses, Capitola Veterinary Hospital and San Francisco's SRT Consultants, have been named by California Air Resources Board (ARB) 2015 CoolCalifornia Small Businesses of the Year. Big congratulations to both companies for the honor and in the words of the ARB, "demonstrating exceptional climate change management practices and emission reductions, while documenting their cost savings, return on investment and benefits received from taking specific actions."
As leaders in the green power movement, the businesses are getting attention for more than just their environmental stewardship. It used to be that efforts to combat climate change were considered cumbersome, but as ARB Chairman Mary D. Nichols points out, this year's winners show "that the connection between climate-friendly business practices and a healthy bottom line is both real and positive." Other businesses are starting to notice that a healthy planet can also mean a healthy bottom line.
These 13 small businesses are setting the example for the responsible practices we want and need to see in our communities. They're the pioneers that will lead us to a cleaner, safer, more sustainable energy future. And we could not be prouder to be their partners in protecting the planet.
Here are the Bay Area's newest clean energy businesses. If you have the chance, check them out. They're awesome.
Azucar Lounge
Capitola Veterinary Hospital HAE Now Max Green Alchemy Mission Pie Muzzey Media Nest Bedding SRT Consultants Stiles Hall Thirsty Bear Brewing Toadal Fitness Unique Law Yount Street Glass
- 2015 CoolCalifornia Small Businesses of the Year.


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08 Sep How to Green Clean Your Kitchen After a Remodel
After we remodeled our kitchen, everything was a dusty mess. While the countertops and appliances looked amazing, it was overwhelming to see the new kitchen dirty, dusty and covered in plastic. From the floors to the ceiling, I had a lot of work to do to transform the newly renovated kitchen of my dreams into a kitchen I could actually cook in—a place where I could serve my family healthy meals.
If you have just remodeled or you're about to start a big kitchen renovation, here are some pointers for green cleaning your kitchen afterwards.
Clean methodically. Work top to bottom, inside toward the center or from the right in a clockwise motion. The idea is to avoid spreading the dirt and dust around.
Use a natural cleaner. Have your sponges, rags and homemade green cleaning dish soap handy, because all you need is natural soap and some water for the basic cleaning of nearly every kitchen surface. See my favorite green cleaning recipe below.
Sweep first. Do not bother wiping down the kitchen, the sink or any appliances until you've done all of the sweeping and vacuuming. Dust will fly around as you sweep and vacuum, so you will just end up having to clean your kitchen twice if you don't do those first.
A new use for tennis balls. Put a tennis ball on the handle end of your broom and use it to erase any scuff marks on your floor from equipment or moving furniture.
Clean your sink last. After you're done cleaning everything else, you'll want to make your new sink nice and shiny. Just sprinkle baking soda in your sink. Cut a lemon, lime or orange in half. Using your half-cut citrus fruit, scrub your sink well. Rinse with hot water and your sink will be clean and shiny.
Expect some lingering dust. Be prepared to see dust for weeks. Even after you think you've cleaned it all, you'll notice that dust will appear where you may have missed it. Expect this for a few weeks and before you know it, it will be gone. Just keep sweeping, vacuuming and wiping!


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Word of Mouth is a partnership between City Chameleon and Tangent Books.
WoM promotes regular literature events in Bristol and presents to audiences the best local and national spoken word performers, writers and singer songwriters. Creating a platform for launching local artists onto the national circuit and introducing national performers to local audiences. The programmers also make links with national networks to ensure the region engages with and provides a platform for international performers who are touring Britain.
On the first Wednesday of every month we have a regular performance evening at the Thunderbolt and are in partnership with Bristol Old Vic to present a regular monthly spoken word event at their King St theatre.
To contact please leave a post on this site.


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Happy FridaAAyyyY Friends!! Sharing with y'all this ONE thing you definitely want to add to your spring/summer closet : Heeled Mules !!! I'm not gonna lie, when they first came back in trend again couple years ago, I would literally swear that I would never ever wear such old school shoes LOL !! Because all I could remember was growing up and seeing my Mom and Aunties wearing these style of shoes. Well since last year, my mindset completely changed about them! I find them so crucial in a stylish wardrobe. Heeled mules are the perfect Pick when you want to look elegant in heels but still want to have that free and comfort feeling with the back of your feet being exposed. They look super stunning on any outfit and I hope after this Post, you will be inspired to try them! Sooo yesterday I received the Cutes-s-s-s-t Mules ever. I fell in love with how Comfy, stylish, and undeniably chic they Look! They are on SALE and I am super excited to share them with you!! I grabbed them in white and Natural 'cause – Gosh- they are the Best!! I will picture and Link them down below ALONG with some other great Mules. Trying to give you plenty options in your buying decision 😉
- Here they are. So SoOo Pretty. They are From Nine West. Get them on Sale ==> Here ! (Make sure you enter your email to receive an additional 15% Off 😉
- I got These Mustard Satin Mules (left of the pic) from Dillard's (they are really great) and linked super similar==>> (1) Here , (2) Here and (3) Here (Refer to Picture below! )
- I have and LOVE these Cognac Suede chunky heel Mules from Justfab (See signs of way too many wears on the left pic lol!). You can buy the other colors on the picture below ==> Here (they are super comfy and classy)
- Alright, I linked more super chic Pointed toe Styles Mules! ==>> (1) Here (Definitely on my wishlist!) , (2) Here , (3) Here , (4) Here . (Refer to picture below)
Picture down below is My Mules Collection. I can never get enough of them! Really happy I could link y'all a lot of AH-MA-ZING options! My Favorites are Hands down these Nine West I just got. Already started to wear them last night 😀 I will surely rock them countless times. Hope this was helpful and Enjoy YA WEEKEND !!!!
"Thus say the LORD to you, Do not be afraid and do not be dismayed at this great horde, for the Battle is not yours but God's." 2 Chronicles 20 Verse 15 (BiBle).
XO, Prisca.


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We have featured quite a few different PC mods here at Geeky Gadgets, the latest one is is the creation of Love Hulten from Sweden, and he describes the Sputnik 0667 as "a computer combined with the beauty of arts and crafts, inspired by the 20th century and old hi-fi."
As you can see from the photos below, the front of the bureau is folded down to reveal the computer display and also the keyboard, unfortunately we don't have many details on what components were used inside this cool PC mod.
You can find out more details on the Sputnik 0667 PC over at the creators website.
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The heat sticks to my skin, like one of those fleece blankets I love to snuggle myself into during dark, cold winter days in this time of the year. Except that the blankets stayed in the Netherlands, and certainly would be a misfit in temperatures like this. It doesn't fully resound in my head that I hear Christmas songs all around, while some of the palm tree leaves gently wave at us and we are gently melting. Are we sure we're not somewhere in the middle of August instead of at the very beginning of a brand new decade?
It has begun! The journey has finally started, and it feels so surreal. On an early Sunday morning, July 7th 9.00 to be exact, the moment was there.


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Summary | Excerpt | Reviews | Read-Alikes | Genres & Themes | Author Bio
The first personal finance book that gives us not only the knowledge of how to handle money, but also the power to break through the barriers that hold us back.
Managing money is far more than a matter of balancing our checkbooks or picking investments--witness the fact that many of us know what we ought to be doing with our money yet often just don't do it. This is the first personal finance book that gives us not only the knowledge of how to handle money, but also the power to break through the barriers that hold us back.
Suze Orman, certified financial planner and best-selling author of You've Earned It, Don 't Lose it, goes beyond the nuts and bolts of managing money to explore the psychological, even spiritual, power money has in our lives. Before we can get control of our finances, we must get control of our attitudes about money, feelings that were shaped by our earliest experiences with it. Letting go of these anxieties and creating new attitudes are the first steps of Suze Orman's program.
Next comes mastering the practical elements of financial life: investments, credit, insurance, and estate and retirement planning. This book tells you everything you need to know to provide for your-self and your family--not abstract principles but specific, concrete, and easy-to-follow procedures. Here you will also find the latest tax code revisions regarding estate taxes, inheritance, and individual retirement allowances (IRAs), including vital information on the new Roth IRA and educational IRAs and how to make them work best for you. You'll also learn why you should trust your own instincts more than someone else's advice in making any financial decision.
Finally come the most unusual--and powerful--steps: understanding the spiritual side of money. As Suze Orman explains, financial freedom is about realizing that we are worth far more than our money. Her program concludes by showing how to leave behind financial anxieties and open ourselves to true abundance--not only of the pocketbook but also of the heart.
What Do You Want from Your Money?
What do you want from your money? College tuition for your kids? A bigger house and a new car? Security when you retire? Wouldn't it be great simply to have enough money so you don't have to worry?
The "enough money" part of that equation is easy. By the time you finish this book you will understand everything you need to know about managing and protecting your money and making it grow. The "so you don't have to worry" part is much more complex. It actually has nothing to do with how much money you have or how little. You can balance your checkbook until you're blue in the face, you can move money every day between your mutual funds, you can double your life insurance, you can buy lottery tickets--and none of it will do you any good until you get beyond the worry and fear. The fear of money, the fear of not having enough, the fear of having enough, the fear of taking action, the fear of inaction.
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"You really are pushing yourself!" my little sister Lily said. I was working on three abstract paintings at once and in that moment disliking them all intensely. In the end, they all turned out ok.
I also made another painting, a figurative one that as usual came easily, while hanging out with John in his studio, which of course was great fun.
What not a lot of people know is that as of tomorrow I'll be taking a little break, as a friend from grad school is visiting. I'll still paint, of course, but not four paintings a day. Besides, I'm getting to a point where, if I do one each day, and two on quite prolific days, I'll have the 40 I wanted to make for my show without a problem.


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The tale of student-athlete Charlie Scott and his coach
The year is 1966. The Civil Rights Movement is still roiling the South, and Chapel Hill is struggling to embrace desegregation. Amidst all this, UNC men's basketball coach Dean Smith is determined to recruit the best African- American player he can find and begin the road to integrating the team.
Enter Charlie Scott, the first black athlete to be signed on scholarship to the university. Drawn together by college basketball and momentous change, the pair team up to help transform a university, a community and the racial landscape of sports in the South.
But that's just part of the story. In "Game Changers," local veteran sportswriter Art Chansky explores the myths that surround this period to reveal an intense saga of race, college sport and small-town politics.
Drawing on interviews and other sources, Art takes readers beyond the basketball court to highlight the community that supported Dean and Charlie during those tumultuous years, from assistant basketball coach John Lotz to the Rev. Robert Seymour of Binkley Baptist Church to pioneering African-American Mayor Howard Lee.
More than 50 years later, it's hard to imagine our town's fitful path to integration given its progressive bent. This book will prove a gripping read to Tar Heel fans and enable them to reflect on just how far we've come, and how we got here.
A collection of stories about food and the Tar Heel State
Whether it's chef Bill Smith's salty recollections of cleaning crabs for his family's hard crab stew ("It usually involves beer, a garden hose, and mosquitos.") or Hillsborough writer Lee Smith's explorations of her mother's recipe box, "The Carolina Table" dishes up a collection of stories that offer a glimpse of the true North Carolina through food.
Edited by Randall Kenan – Duplin County native and UNC Professor of English – and published by Eno Publishers of Hillsborough, the anthology includes more than 30 writers offering up their own distinct – and often quirky – experiences. But all speak to what North Carolinians know to be true – our foodways contain our culture, our history, our priorities, our health and our souls.
Some tales will amuse – such as Celia Rivenbark's recollections of working in a Down East barbecue restaurant – while others will conjure up feelings of nostalgia or even homesickness – like poet Jaki Shelton Green's talk of family reunions and the power of fried gizzards and leftover meatloaf.
"We taste North Carolina through the pens of these talented folk," writes Randall in his introduction. "To me these are food songs, ballads to hunger, hymns of satiation, odes to gustatory joy; but also ditties to disaster, and madrigals of misunderstanding. The generous nature of these writers serves up such a complex portrait of our state, our ways, and our people with which few can argue."
You don't have to be a food buff to get drawn into these sumptuous tales of shared memories and rituals. Take a seat at the table and join the feast as this big book on North Carolina foodways explores the Tar Heel State's cuisine.
Follow a young man's quest to save his first love
Around town, Adam W. Jones is known for running his property management firm, Mill House Properties, and fixing up historic houses.
Now people are getting to know him for his other calling – published author.
For almost two decades, he'd been working on and off on a novel, the unfinished manuscript collecting dust on a shelf in his Gimghoul home. That is, until his wife, Susan, gave him an ultimatum: Finish the book, or never mention it again.
That was the final push he needed. This year, Adam, 53, becomes a first-time novelist with the release of "Fate Ball," published by Wisdom House Books, about a young man's quest to save his love from addiction.
Adam says the story is loosely based on a real-life love affair he had in his early 20s. "I'd say it's 25 percent true," says the UNC alum, who worked in advertising before starting up Mill House in 2002.
Now a published writer, he reflects: "It's exciting, but also a relief and scary. When you do anything creative, to put yourself out there is daunting. Fortunately, feedback has been great."
When he's not managing properties or writing (he has a children's book due out next spring), he and Susan are raising daughters Lilly, 8, and Ainslie, 4, who both attend Durham Academy.


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In the face of World Championship Wrestling's unprecedented challenge to the World Wrestling Federation's stranglehold on the industry, aided by the revolutionary New World Order angle, the WWF decided to stay the course and not panic when they presented In Your House 9: International Incident — 20 years ago today!
While WCW was busy getting the nWo off the ground, the WWF was in a holding pattern, it seemed, dogged by recurring boo-boos (Ultimate Warrior) and a World Champion (Shawn Michaels) that wasn't exactly the most popular star in the company.
But, with the sudden emergence of Stone Cold Steve Austin and the ultra-hot program between Mankind and The Undertaker, the future was bright for the WWF. With SummerSlam '96 on the horizon, IYH 9 was an event with an eye on the future, to SummerSlam and beyond.
This week Throwback Thursday on WrestlingDVDNetwork.com takes a look back at In Your House 9, as it appears on the WWE Network, where context isn't an issue – all previous PPVs and Monday Night RAWs are currently available to watch on the Network.
WWF In Your House 9: International Incident (WATCH)
Date: July 21, 1996 – Location: General Motors Place, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Attendance : 14,804 – PPV Buyrate: 0.37 (>122,000)
Commentators: Vince McMahon, Jerry Lawler, & Jim Ross
Interviews: Vince McMahon, Mr. Perfect, & Dok Hendrix
WWF World Heavyweight Champion: Shawn Michaels
WWF Intercontinental Champion: Ahmed Johnson
WWF Tag Team Champions: The Smoking Gunns (Billy & Bart Gunn)
As the show begins we see footage from the Free For All show that aired prior to the PPV (currently unavailable on the Network, but can be found here) of Jose Lothario knocking Jim Cornette on his backside at the conclusion of their face-to-face debate. Vader makes the save and is ready to take out Jose when HBK storms the ring before officials separate the two.
The show opens with Vince McMahon welcoming us to the show as The Smoking Gunns make their way to the ring for the opening contest. With The Gunns in the ring Vince McMahon interviews Skip and Zip from ringside about why Cloudy/Kloudi (Jimmy Shoulders) is no longer their manager and how they don't need a manager anymore because the fans are behind them.
— "Non-Title Match" (WATCH – 0:53)
The Body Donnas (Zip & Skip) vs. The Smoking Gunns (Billy & Bart Gunn) (WWF World Tag Team Champions) w/Sunny
The story in this one is Sunny, who left Skip and Zip for The Godwinns after the Body Donnas lost the tag straps and then The Godwinns for The Smoking Gunns when the titles changed hands on the Free For All prior to IYH 8: Beware of Dog (currently unavailable on the Network). Aligned with with the Gunns, Sunny began to slowly drive a wedge between the "brothers" that would ultimately spell the end of the team. This is a solid opener with plenty of wrestling action; all four men look strong. Using every heel tactic they can, The Gunns seem to have the match in hand. Bart sets up Zip for the Sidewinder but Sunny draws Billy away from the match, enabling Skip to connect with a beautiful missile dropkick and allowing Zip to pick up the pin at 13:05.
WINNERS are The Body Donnas (Zip & Skip) (Pin, 13:05)
Backstage Mr. Perfect interviews James E. Cornette and the rest of "Camp Cornette" about the incident at the conclusion of the Free For All and the upcoming 6-man tag team main event, which Cornette guarantees they'll win or else he'll refund the fans money!
— Singles Match (WATCH – 19:52)
Mankind vs. Henry O. Godwinn (sub. for Jake "The Snake" Roberts) w/Hillbilly Jim
The audio for Henry Godwinn's entrance, music, crowd and commentary, are muted, for those keeping score. Mankind was originally supposed to face Jake "The Snake" but Jake was "injured" as part of the ongoing storyline with Jerry Lawler. It was all for the best, as Godwinn and Mankind put on a hard-hitting and at times wild match, including Godwinn slamming Mankind on the concrete from the ring apron. Mankind blocks the Slop Drop and sinks in the Mandible Claw for the win at 6:54.
WINNER is Mankind (Submission, 6:54)
Backstage we see Brian Pillman and Raymond Rougeau hosting the Superstar Line where The Body Donnas and The Smoking Gunns continue to argue.
— "Grudge Match" (WATCH – 31:09)
Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. "Wildman" Marc Mero w/Sable
The story in this one goes back to the semi-final round of the 1996 "King of the Ring Tournament" where Mero split Austin's mouth wide open. This is, for my money, the match of the night. These two tell a great story and put on a helluva match. In the end, Austin takes Mero's knee out and connects with a devastating Stunner for the 1-2-3 at 10:49.
WINNER is Stone Cold Steve Austin (Pin, 10:49)
Next we see Bob Backlund "campaigning" in the crowd as part of Backlund's ridiculous "campaign" for the White House, even though he's in Canada. A promo for the next night's RAW, featuring The Smoking Gunns versus HBK and Ahmed Johnson, airs.
— Singles Match (WATCH – 46:20)
Goldust w/Marlena vs. The Undertaker w/Paul Bearer
These two battled for the Intercontinental title at In Your House 8: Beware of Dog 2 in a "Casket Match", a match that turned out to be far better than this one. It takes forever for this match to get going, and when it does get going very little actually happens, which, in hindsight, is the point. Undertaker hits the Tombstone Piledriver and is primed to win the match when Mankind comes through the ring, attacks Undertaker to end that match at 12:08, sinks in the Mandible Claw, and drags the Undertaker through the ring. Lights flicker, the ring fills with smoke. Suddenly Undertaker comes through the other side of the ring and begins to brawl with Mankind all the way to the back. The dull match set the exciting finish up perfectly.
WINNER is The Undertaker w/Paul Bearer (Disqualification, 12:08)
After the match we get a SummerSlam '96 promo before cutting to Undertaker and Mankind brawling in a "boiler room". After the brawl, a vignette focusing on the main event airs and Dok Hendrix interviews "The People's Posse" before the main event.
— "6-Man Tag Team Match" (WATCH – 1:14:42)
"Camp Cornette" (Vader, The British Bulldog, & Owen Hart) w/James E. Cornette vs. "The People's Posse" (Sycho Sid, WWF Intercontinental Champion Ahmed Johnson (sub. for The Ultimate Warrior), & WWF World Heavyweight Champion Shawn Michaels) w/Jose Lothario
Warrior was supposed to be a part of The People's Posse but was fired from the WWF after missing a series of house shows to attend his father's funeral, though Warrior had issues with WWF selling merchandise without giving Warrior a percentage, so both sides had heat. This match is all about setting up Vader and Shawn Michaels' World title match at SummerSlam '96. An entertaining match, even if it is a bit long, this one is full of great spots, great wrestling, and fun action. HBK looks to have the match won after attacking Vader with Corny's racket and sets up for Sweet Chin Music when Cornette grabs HBK's left foot. Vader connects with a big splash in the corner before delivering a Vader Bomb for the upset win at 24:32.
WINNERS are Camp Cornette (Vader, The British Bulldog, Owen Hart) w/James E. Cornette (Pin, 24:32)
After the match Sid powerbombs Bulldog and Owen and attempts to powerbomb Vader when Vader is rescued. As the heels turn to leave Shawn leaps over the top rope and wipes Vader out. The babyface celebrate in the ring as HBK's music blares.
The show continues with International Incident: Extra where WWF President Gorilla Monsoon announces that Undertaker and Mankind will face-off in a "Boiler Room Brawl" at SummerSlam '96. Cornette barges in and demands Vader get a World title shot against HBK at SummerSlam. A music montage of the night's matches plays and the show is over.
Final Thoughts
With only one underwhelming match (Undertaker/Goldust) IYH 9 was an above average card that set the stage well for SummerSlam '96. In spite of WCW starting to make a real push for number one, the WWF kept their heads down and stayed focused on their product. If you haven't seen In Your House 9, it's worth watching. Besides the 6-man main event, the Marc Mero/Stone Cold Steve Austin match is must-see, though it may not be as good as their WCW work, for obvious reasons.
That's all for this week's TBT – thanks for reading! Already signed up for the WWE Network? Then check out In Your House 8: International Incident and let us know what you think below.
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Until next week, see ya at ringside!
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Lendy to launch new wealth products at Lendy Cowes Week 2018
Lendy, one of Europe's leading peer-to-peer secured property lending platforms, is responding to investor demand and launching two new products for high-net-worth investors under the new brand Lendy Wealth.
The new accounts are being 'soft-launched' and will be available at Lendy Cowes Week via introducer only. The products will be available direct soon.
The new Lendy Wealth accounts are designed for sophisticated investors, who are asset rich but time poor, providing a market-leading rate of interest through investment in a diversified range of secured property loans managed by a dedicated account manager.
The two products are:
- The Lendy Wealth365 account earning up to 10% pa from a 365-day access account**
- The Lendy Wealth60 account earning up to 6% pa from a 60-day access account
Both accounts offer the following:
- Money is invested in a diversified and managed property investment portfolio, in accordance with Lendy's standard lending criteria
- The account provides access to an investor's capital with 60 days' notice in normal market conditions
- This account is suitable for investors who are looking for a good return on a shorter-term investment, where speed of access to their money is important
- Minimum investment £50k | Minimum withdrawal £5k
Robert Kelly, COO of Lendy, says: "Full FCA authorisation gives us an opportunity to launch new products to meet investor demand, including IFISAs, which we hope to launch later in the year.
"Our Lendy Wealth60 and Lendy Wealth365 access accounts are ideal for HNW investors looking for high rates of return with the minimum hassle. The accounts provide natural investment diversification across a board portfolio of loans, helping to mitigate the risks of property investing."
Please click here to see the Lendy Wealth brochure
** IMPORTANT – the Wealth365 has an introductory rate of 10%.


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- Watch the famous Andean condors soar through the sky
- Pass by remote Andean villages & see the local culture
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Begin with a very early morning departure from Arequipa at 3:00 am to reach the Colca Canyon for breakfast and to visit the "Cruz del Condor" overlook. Trek deep into the canyon through local villages and reach your lodge for a rewarding dinner.
Arequipa - Colca Canyon Trekking (B/L/D)
We will pick you up from your hotel between 3:00 a.m. to 3:30 a.m. and transfer you to Chivay where you will have breakfast. We will then head towards the Cruz del Condor to (Condor Crossing) to see majestic condors flying through the canyon before continuing our way to Cabanaconde. We will begin our hike at around 10:00 am by walking down to the village of San Juan de Chuccho. (3 ½ hours walking). Upon arrival at the village, you will have time for lunch and relax. Settle into your lodging and enjoy the scenery of the impressive canyon for the afternoon. Have dinner and get a good night's sleep.
Trek to the lowest altitude point in the canyon for lunch and then continue to Sangalle for the night.
Colca Canyon Trekking (B/L/D)
Wake up early and have a hearty breakfast before continuing your trek along the other side of the canyon, passing through the villages of Cosnirhua and Malata, before reaching Sangalle, located at the lowest altitude point of the canyon (3 hours walking). We will arrive around midday, depending on our pace, and have lunch. We will have the rest of the afternoon to rest up, relax in the pool and enjoy another day in the midst of the Colca Canyon. Overnight in Sangalle.
Enjoy your last day in the Colca Canyon by trekking up to Cabanaconde and take the bus back to Chivay. Soak your sore legs in the hot springs before returning to Arequipa after a long, but enjoyable trip.
Colca Canyon Trekking - Arequipa (B)
Today, we will get an early start at about 5:00 am and begin trekking up to Cabanaconde town where we will have breakfast (3 hours steep uphill hike). Take the bus back to Chivay and visit Maca village and tourist viewpoints on your way. Upon arrival to Chivay, we will have lunch and have the opportunity to visit the relaxing hot springs in town (30-40 minutes), the perfect remedy for our tired muscles. On your way to Arequipa, you will stop to see the National Park and get beautiful views of volcanoes and native animals such as alpacas and vicunas. Relax and enjoy the scenic ride back to Arequipa arriving around 06:00 pm.
Passengers must carry their personal belongings during the trek, we suggest bringing a small backpack only with the necessary things for the trek.
Please be aware that this is a physically demanding trek, with lots of stairs and steep inclines. This trek is not recommended for anyone with knee injuries or related ailments.
Please note that the price of the entrance fee to the hot springs is subject to change without prior notice.
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Alicia Nicholls
After suffering a historic and crushing rejection of her Draft Withdrawal deal in the House of Commons and barely surviving a no confidence vote brought by the Leader of the Opposition last week, United Kingdom (UK) Prime Minister Theresa May today outlined her 'Brexit Plan B' in the House of Commons.
Prime Minister May is in the unenviable position of having to formulate an alternative Brexit Plan which secures the support of MPs of diverging views on the way forward for Brexit, and which would be palatable to the EU. All the while the clock continues to tick on the UK's scheduled departure from the EU on March 29, 2019, now less than seventy days away. In an effort to break the Brexit impasse, Mrs. May has been holding talks with leaders of the major parties in Parliament.
Prime Minister May noted that in light of Parliament's overwhelming rejection of the current withdrawal agreement, it was clear that the Government's approach had to change. But has it?
Here are the key points from Prime Minister May's address:
- While the Prime Minister noted that a 'no deal' Brexit should be avoided, she did not explicitly rule it out as an option. Labour Leader, Jeremy Corbyn, has indicated he would not participate in talks with the Prime Minister, unless the 'no deal' option is off the table.
- Prime Minister May, however, explicitly ruled out the revocation of Article 50 of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) as an option, saying doing this would go against the referendum result of June 23, 2016.
- Prime Minister May also ruled out seeking an extension of Article 50 of the TEU, doubting that the EU-27 would agree to any such extension.
- She again stated her opposition to a second referendum saying it would set a dangerous precedent for how referendums are handled in the UK. She noted that it would also require an extension of Article 50 and could damage social cohesion in the UK by undermining faith in their democracy. She also doubted there was a majority in the House for a second referendum.
- She has promised a more 'flexible, open and inclusive' approach in how her Government engages Parliament in the negotiation of the UK's future partnership with the EU. The Government will consult the Parliament on its negotiating mandate for the next phase of negotiations.
- She also promised a more consultative approach, and greater engagement with the devolved administrations, elected representatives in Northern Ireland and regional representatives in England, businesses, civil society and trade unions.
- She emphasized that the UK's exit from the EU should not erode the UK's protection for environment standards or workers rights and that they would support the proposed amendment to the meaningful vote that Parliament should be able to consider any changes in these areas made by the EU.
- In perhaps the only major policy change of note, Prime Minister May noted that her Government will scrap the £65 fee for EU nationals resident in the UK to register to remain in the UK following Brexit. Those who apply in the pilot phase will have their fees reimbursed. She recommitted to EU nationals resident in the UK continuing to access benefits in the UK both in a deal and no deal scenario.
- With regard to the controversial Irish backstop option in the current Withdrawal Agreement, Prime Minister May vaguely noted that her Government will work to identify how they could ensure that they respect the terms of the Belfast Agreement and their commitment to no hard border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland in such a way that commands the support of the parliament and the EU.
In substance, there was little difference between Prime Minister May's Plan A and the Plan B outlined. Members of Parliament will vote on the Plan B on January 29, 2019, which would pretty much be the same as the Plan A which they so soundly rejected by 230 votes last week.
The next phase will be continued discussions between Mrs. May and MPs and other stakeholders, which would (or should) inform Mrs. May's re-engagement with the EU on the way forward. The uncertainty continues, but it appears that a 'no deal Brexit' is increasingly more likely. This also comes against the backdrop of the International Monetary Fund's downward revision of its global growth forecast, warning today (and not for the first time) that a 'no deal Brexit' was a major risk for the global economy.
The text of Prime Minister May's speech may be read here.
Alicia Nicholls, B.Sc., M.Sc., LL.B., is an international trade and development consultant with a keen interest in sustainable development, international law and trade. You can also read more of her commentaries and follow her on Twitter @LicyLaw.