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After understanding the customer side of the retail experience, we decided to understand what happens on the retailers side of things, how the store operates.
To understand this we interacted with several people involved in managing a supermarket, from the floor staff in the store to the department managers and store managers.
We present the observations below.
People involved
The stores follow a hierarchical structure where there is dedicated
Floor staff for each section of the supermarket. This staff is managed by the department managers who report to the store manager. In bigger supermarkets, there can be an additional level of floor manager who will work with department managers from their respective floors.
Feedback flow
There are two main sources of feedback that the store receives from the customers, from POS counters and from floor staff who interact with customers directly. This feedback is relayed back in the chain to department managers and then store manager.
When a store receives any kind of negative feedback it is considered as priority and gets relayed back to the people above store managers as well.
Stores have an in-house marketing team whose job is to:
Information flow
How products should be arranged and what quantities should be stocked in store comes from 2 main documents
In case of perishable goods, the inventory and arrangement decisions are done by the store managers.
The number of products that should be there in the store comes from inventory list which is received by the store manager who then informs the department managers of their respective sections. Department managers then receive the supply on a daily/weekly basis from the supplier in order to maintain the required level of inventory.
Each item in the inventory list comes with a minimum inventory number, when the number of items in stock goes lower than that, order of that product is sent to the supplier.
What Next
Now the next step would be to understand.
Read the previous blog here.


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Life, oh life. Oh li-i-i-i-ife. Oh life. Doo, doot doot dooo.
So here I am, approximately six months since my last post. I have been keeping up my Instagram, but lost the motivation and drive to find the time to write entries. My website payment is due tomorrow so it was make or break. Do I love this blog enough to pay for another year? Will I commit to finding the time to write? I mean I have an endless supply of material to write about because you know… Life… So, it would be a damn waste not to make the most of it, right? YEAH I'LL KEEP WITH IT!
So HAY! I'm back! Feeling pretty good. Start of year. Fresh start. All that jazz.
So my question is… Where does all the time go?! And also, how the flipping heck is one meant to fit everything one is meant to do in a 24 hour period, if one is also expected to sleep enough to insure one doesn't exhaust oneself? As you can see, I'm starting the year off DEEP.
I'm serious though, even if I plan like a mofo, prep everything the night before, make list upon list within a list, I still can't get everything done. I try to prioritise, I try to be motivated but let me tell you, at the end of a work day, after picking the kid up from daycare and walking home and getting dinner ready and getting the kid bathed and into bed, I am in no place mentally, physically or emotionally to tackle a list!
When it comes to productivity, daytime is my time to shine. This means that throughout the day I am always very enthusiastic about all the wonderful creative things I will do once the kid is in bed, or all the housework I will smash out, or all the food I will cook, but once that child is snoozing, that is frankly all I want to do too. The pile of washing stays on the couch, the toys stay strewn across the floor, the dishes stay piled up, our bed STILL unmade and trails of misplaced objects are still scattered randomly throughout the house.
I'm beat. I'm exhausted. I'm left with nothin'. I've tried so many things to get me motivated in the evening; meditation to re-set, exercise, rest, food. There isn't really anything that can break the exhaustion. So what do I do?
I'm still trying to figure that out! Making the most of the time that I have during the day to do what I need to do. Like, getting up a bit earlier and smashing out some stuff then. Not being so hard on myself when I leave the piles of impending work around the house (which is surprisingly hard for me to do). Allowing myself the time to just rest and recuperate after a full day and - letting go. Breathing out. Releasing. Running myself a bath and having an early night. Whatever I need to do to release the immense pressure I put on myself on a day to day basis to do ALL OF THE THINGS. And, be ok with things being unfinished, undone and messy. It's life.
Do you have and tricks to reset in the afternoon/evening? I'd love to hear what they are and give them a go! Feel free to write a comment below!


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I absolutely loved photographing Gayle and Thomas's wedding day at Buckland Tout-Saints in Devon.
From the beautiful chaos of the morning, bright colours, big balloons, a fairy tea party for the kids and space hooper races to the many wonderfully hilarious expressions and comic moments between Gayle and Thomas, who are so fun to be in the presence of, and to photograph. Some of my favourite moments include a big "YARP" from Gayle during the vowels, diving face first into the cake, face licking, armpit sniffing, photo bombing, incredibly sweet moments between couples, parents and children and lying on the grass and eating candy necklaces (you'll see).
Gayle and Thomas are an awesome couple and although they are freaking hilarious and don't take themselves too seriously. It has to be said, they are seriously awesome parents. Their little ladies Lorelai and Delilah are such wonderful children, and as well as all of the outrageous and hilarious moments I had the pleasure of photographing on the day, It was an absolute honour to photograph the super sweet moments between Gayle, Thomas, Lorelai and Delilah too.
Thank you so much to Gayle and Thomas for finding me after getting let down and choosing me to photograph your day. I had a blast and I hope that the photos will always remind you how much fun you had on the day that you got married (no matter how tired you were)
Now over to you guys for some chat about the day...
Whats your story of how you met and got to this awesome stage in your lives?
We met at a bar where Thomas saved me 30p and got me 2 extra shots at the same time. We dated for a while and then moved in together sooner than planned as I got a redundancy pay out. Things were going well. Family members got married which made me want to get married. On November 6th Thomas foolishly chose marriage over a micro-pig and asked me to marry him as a prize in a game of cards if he won. I forfeited the game instantly and 9 months later Delilah was born lolololololol. Then we spent the next 2 years planning our wedding.
What was your favourite part of your wedding?
Thomas's favourite part was sitting on the grass with me after the wedding breakfast. My favourite part was probably going to bed at the end of the day as it was so exhausting!
What made you choose Buckland Tout-Saints for your wedding?
It was super pretty and we could have it exclusive for the weekend.
What made you choose the details and theme/styling for your wedding?
Thomas didn't have much input with it (his choice not mine!). I love pink, and peonies. It think I saw an article in a wedding magazine when we first got engaged that picked out most of the colour theme.
What advice do you have for couples planning their wedding?
Thomas says pay for everything and don't do any of it yourself! As the one that actually did everything, I would say to not worry too much in the last couple of weeks about all the little bits as nobody actually notices them and GET SOME DECENT SLEEP! Or like me you will be hanging all day and it won't be as enjoyable.
Let's talk about your music for the day?
We walked down the aisle to Andrea Bocelli, time to say goodbye. But i walked so fast you didn't get to hear much of it lolololol. We used Rockafella for the evening band as i used to watch them regularly and they were family friends.
A Shoutout to your wedding suppliers:
Hairdresser - Hayley, all about the bride
Flowers - Hannah Burnett
Venue - Buckland tout-Saints
Dress - Amica Bridal boutique
Suits - moss bros
Wedding cake - me and mother (but we haven't finished setting up our business yet)
Photo booth - we the people events
Band, Rockafella
I pretty much did everything decorations wise.
What were you looking for in your photographer, Why on earth did you choose Jamie Webb Photography as your photographer and what was it like working with Jamie on the day?
We wanted natural candid pictures with minimum posing as neither of us like our pictures being taken else we end up pulling lots of stupid faces. Our original photographer cancelled on us a couple of months before the wedding but we were so lucky that Jamie had availability for our date as we couldn't have asked for better. He blended in perfectly and didn't get in the way at all. Our children loved him so he got some amazing pictures of them and our friends and family thought we knew him personally as a friend.
Thanks sooooooo much Gayle and Thomas. Hope you love the photos!
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I've been watching carefully the proposal, creation and building of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the 6-week-old federal watchdog agency that's been tasked with consumer protection and has declared itself on a mission to "empower consumers to take more control over their economic lives."
The organization, which was conceived of and launched by Harvard law professor and longtime consumer advocate Elizabeth Warren, has sketched out a vivid, aspirational vision of the future of consumer financial markets in America, painting a picture of:
A consumer finance market place in which:
- Customers can see prices and risks up front and where they can easily make product comparisons;
- No one can build a business model around unfair, deceptive, or abusive practices; and
- The interests of American consumers, responsible providers, and the economy as a whole are served.
Though this vision is inarguably desirable, the agency, though brand new, is not without its detractors. Some say that the agency has been given excessive power, and has an anti-bank bent. Others feel the bureau's $329 million dollar annual budget should have been directed to bailing out consumers.


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01 October 2019 | Bride at Leora & Afdhal Wedding
Great Tailor and Their Time Management Is...
I first got their PL was kinda shook cause it's so cheap regarding how elegant the tuxedo looks. Then i wasn't so amused when i read the reviews in Bridestory, but we thought since the reviews was dated long time ago maybe they're already improve themself. So my-then-fiance got the deal in a wedding fair and it was quite a great deal. I know alot of reviews telling you how they were so late with the tux, and still got the rough stitches and whatever but oh boy lemme tell you our experience! First we discussed about the tux with the designer Rakesh who we thought also the owner. He was polite, he serves his guests well, his design was classic just like our taste yet still got a modern touch to match my wedding gown. Second, the day of the fitting came AND. IT. ONLY. NEED. THAT. ONE. TIME. the tux, pants, and shirt are already fit my-now-husband's body! The second fitting was to fit the vest and all the looks. And then DONE. We got home just after the second fitting and had the tux in our hands. And that's 1 month prior to the wedding. So thank you Rakesh, not only for your punctuality but you made my husband looks so damn fine! ✨
27 September 2019 | Groom at Putri dan Dwito Wedding
Tidak profesional
Jas saya baru di kirim h-2 dan itu masih belum maksimal. Cara mereka untuk buat suit nya tidak seperti taylor profesional. Saya tidak merekomendasikan buat disini sih, walau keliatannya bagus karena ada showroom di sheraton tp saya cukup kecewa.
12 September 2019 | Bride at Jeffry & Diana Wedding
His perfect suit
#jsancil 8-9-2019 Cerita dari awal pertama kali meet up sama Mr. Rakesh di showroom ITC Mangga Dua, kita cuma kasih foto jas yang ingin dibuat seperti apa, tek-tokan soal bahan, soal design, Mr. Rakesh membantu banyak dan dengan sabar kasih kita masukan soal warna bahan. Lanjut ke ukur badan dan fitting kedua begitu jas jadi, pas banget sama badan Jeffry, jahitannya rapih & potongannya pas banget. Walaupun di ITC Mangga Dua banyak client yang antri, semua karyawan disana dengan sabar dan kerjanya cepat & ramah. Aku liat sendiri bagaimana karyawan dari Sas fitting-in Jeffry, totally professional & ramah. Thankyou for making my Husband look great on our wedding day.
02 August 2019 | Bride at Benny and Mintaria Wedding
Love it
Thank you banget buat SAS. Dari deal sampai ukur dan buat untuk keluarga semuanya perfect. Love it so much.
25 January 2019 | Groom at Wilson & Carissa Wedding
Always Stunning
Was wearing 2 different type of Sas designs on my special day.. And it was totally unforgettable. The suit fits me perfectly.. And i feel so special. The design and everything fits perfectly.. And last but not least they never late.. Just the way always on time.. Bravo sas!!
25 January 2019 | Groom at Kevin & Angel Wedding
Make me look good
the suit designed for me for my wedding really enhance my appearance. improving my posture look and so comfortable to wear in a whole day event thanks a bunch especially for rakesh the designer
Men's Formal Wear
What accessories do you provide?
from wide varieties of ties and pockets squares to gloves as soft as silk.
Does a client need to schedule an appointment? How do the client appointments work?
Our store is open from 11.00 to 17.00. Tuesday to Sunday. Anytime during our working hours walk-in clients are very much welcome. For meeting our designers an appointment is advised.
Do you carry new or once worn attire?
all our products are new, however we can recommend you to bridal houses that can rent out our products.
Do you custom made your attire or stock a ready made attire?
over 200 full suits are available off the shelf with free alteration to fit our clients perfectly with only one working day. custom made suits are advised to our clients.
How often do you receive new attire?
our team constantly come up with new designs on a daily basis.
What accessories do you provide?
Suits, Shirt, Tie
When was your business established?
our business was established on 1980 by our ceo Bhagwandas C
What is your payment terms?
10% after dealing, 40% during measurements and design picking, 50% after suit is done upto clients satisfaction
What payment systems are available for your business?
Bank transfer, Credit card payment, Cash
Please list, if any, your business' past achievements and awards
official sponsor of 2015 indonesia movie awards 2015 panasonic globel awards net tv 2.0 sctv hut 25th
What makes your services unique?
we offer a wide variety of custom made suits and shirts from simple basic to high end fabrics, every clients body frame is unique and we do our best to fit each one well. all of our products are completely hand-made, even a personalized label with your name comes with your new suit.
Is there any limits to your alteartion services?
any amount of alterations are free of charge, however in the limit one year after collect date of the order.
How long in general does it take for your client to get the final attire?
we would suggest our clients to order their suit minimum 4 months before wedding day.
How far in advance should your client contact you?
the sooner the better.
Do you provide your services in other cities or countries?
Which is(are) your primary service(s)? (max. 2)
Custom made, Ready made
What service do you provide?
Custom made, Ready made
Does a client need to schedule an appointment?
What kind of style do you specialize in? (pick 3 maximum)
Traditional, Modern, Slim fit
What kind of style do you usually handle?
Traditional, Modern, Slim fit
What kind of men's wear do you provide?
Groom's attire, Bestman's attire, Father's attire
royal wedding gallery Shangrila hotel ITC mangga dua floor 3 block C no 63 12022
Handcrafted since 1978 and over thirty years of shared experience and knowledge. Our team will provide measurement, fitting ,and delivery services according to your preferred location and timing. we offer a wide variety of custom made suits and shirts from simple basic to high-end fabrics. every client's body frame is unique and we do our best to fit each one well.
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L'évaluation des bornes du système hyper-chaotique de Lorenz-Haken.
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The first part of this thesis is dedicated to the study a dynamic complex financial system, the boundedness of solutions of this system is concerned. We have obtained the ultimate bound for the system.Furthermore, its rich dynamics are investigated through numerical simulations. By using the Lyapunov exponents technic, it is found that the variation of system parameters can induce the parameter ranges of chaos are different. Finally, numerical simulations are given to verify the effectiveness and correctness of the obtained results. The second part of this thesis is dedicated to the study of the hyper-chaotic Lorenz-Haken system is considered and the solution bounds of such a system are investigated. Based on the Time-domain approach. Finally a numerical example is provided to illustrate the main result.
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Chocolate Blueberry Delight
I love chocolate! I mean, who doesn't? However, if you look at the ingredients of most chocolates, sugar is almost always the first ingredient. You will also see ingredients like partially hydrogenated palm oil (i.e. trans fat), whey (contains lactose), soy lecithin, refined palm kernel oil (processed fat), artificial flavoring, corn syrup (refined) and sometimes much more.
However, there is also a lot to say for the beneficial side of chocolate. Unfortunately, many people mistakenly eat the highly-processed, nutrient-poor chocolate instead of the power-packed chocolate discussed below.
So, instead of receiving the natural mood-enhancing and nutritional benefits of real chocolate, they end up with a sugar -laden counterfeit that probably does more bad than good.
So what benefits does chocolate have to offer us?
Health Benefits
Magnesium: Raw cacao and dark chocolate (60-90%) is a rich source of magnesium. It balances brain chemistry, builds strong bones, supports a healthy heart, and combats depression, which partially explains why chocolate is considered a mood enhancer. Magnesium is also fairly deficient in American diets, which is likely due to poor intake in fruits and vegetables.
Antioxidants: Antioxidants pack a powerful punch by dismantling the free radicals that can cause extensive cellular damage. Cacao contains numerous flavonoids (an antioxidant subclass), which are suggested to play a beneficial role in numerous health issues, notably cardiovascular disease.
Tryptophan: Tryptophan is an amino acid that enhances relaxation and promotes better sleep and is also a precursor to serotonin, a known mood-enhancing neurotransmitter. Studies have shown chocolate samples to contain significant amounts of serotonin and l-tryptophan, depending on the cocoa content (70-85%). It is no secret that chocolate has strong sensory characteristics.
Other Nutrients: Iron, chromium, theobromine, manganese, zinc, copper, vitamin C, Omega-6 fatty acids, phosphorus, calcium, and selenium, though this may depend on the geographical origin of the cacao.
Chocolate consumption also has beneficial effects on insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, and aspects of cardiovascular health including blood pressure, cholesterol, and arterial stiffness.
I think you're beginning to see the picture.
Which Type of Chocolate Should You Purchase?
There are vast nutritional and taste differences between your everyday processed chocolate (to include cocoa and chocolate) and raw cacao. Basically, the more processed the chocolate, the less nutritional value it has.
So which should you use? Well, if you want the biggest bang for your nutritional buck, go for the raw cacao nibs or the raw cacao powder.
If you decide to give the nibs a try, you can just throw them into your blender along with the other ingredients if you have a HIGH-SPEED BLENDER. If you don't, grind them in a coffee grinder first, then add them to the blender (or whatever recipe you're making).
If you decide to go for the raw cacao, then look for a natural cocoa powder that has not been treated with alkaline as the Dutch processed cocoa has been. You can easily find these at health food stores such as Sprouts, Natural Grocers, and Whole Foods or Amazon and Azure Standard.
So go enjoy yourself some chocolate, my friend. Just make sure you reap the healthy benefits while you do!
Chocolate Blueberry Delight
Inspired by Joel Fuhrman's Eat To Live
Serves 2
5 ounces baby spinach
2 cups frozen blueberries
1/2 cup unsweetened soy, hemp, almond milk, etc.
1 banana
2-4 dates pitted
2 tablespoons natural cocoa powder
1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds


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Strategy Game from Africa
The goal of Wali is to remove all of the adversary's pieces from the board using trickery and good humour. This game, which is popular is many parts of Africa, will capture the whole family's attention because it is simple and quick to play. Since the matches are short, playing can be either drawn out or kept short, depending on the occasion. Great competition for game consoles.
- Game made of cherry wood with walnut inlays
- 24 metal pawns
- Cloth bag to store pieces
- Rules in French and English
Approximate Size: diameter 25 cm (10")
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There's a considered post over on the Stronger Unions blog about why some on the Tory right are so keen to force reductions in agreed time off for lay trade union workplace representatives (http://strongerunions.org/2012/05/29/attack-on-facility-time-is-intended-to-have-much-wider-consequences/comment-page-1/#comment-11364).
In essence trade union "facility time" is a relatively soft target as a way of weakening the bargaining position of workers vis-a-vis employers in the workplace (an objective which, the response to Beecroft shows, is more controversial as a full frontal assault upon the rights of employees per se).
The foaming-at-the-mouth right-wingers of the Tory "Trade Union Reform Campaign" (http://turc.org.uk/) have quitened down since their launch - perhaps because their initial weapon of choice (nasty personalised attacks upon individuals) was a bit too close to throwing stones from within a glass house (http://union-news.co.uk/2011/12/breaking-news-taxi-for-turc-burley-sacked/).
However the Tory right have influenced a climate of opinion in which even sympathetic employers feel themselves under pressure to press for reductions in agreed trade union time off and many activists are having to deal with this issue alongside unprecedented job cuts and a gathering tidal wave of privatisation.
Somehow we need to rise to this challenge to empower and enable more activists to take up elected office. The more trade union duties are dispersed the less we will offer handy targets on formal full and part-time release.
(And as soon as I work out how to do that I'll post again!)
We also need to be assertive in explaining the legitimacy of the functions of our elected lay officers - and to ensure that our structures of democracy and accountability at branch level are robust so that we can give a good and transparent account of what we do on behalf of our members.
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We're gearing up for Summer with three refreshing entrees on the menu this week. We are also excited to be working on our July and August menus and cooking dates which we plan to post to supportsuppers.com later this week.
This is our first Summer in business so we've spent some time brainstorming fun and creative ways to help you Support your friends and family, and maybe even treat yourself to a night off too.
We will be featuring "Summer Picnic" menus on several Monday and Wednesday nights in July and August. These meals feature our favorite cold-serve recipes. Summer salads & soups, artisan sandwiches, bite-sized proteins, all delivered in our signature delivery bag ready for you to grab and go...to the swim meet, baseball game, park, vineyard, brewery, etc. So you can skip the drive-thru and enjoy a complete, delicious meal with your family while also enjoying Summer's plentiful outdoor activities.
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All I CRAVE is connection: Spring Cleanse Part 1/
I love the energy of SPRINGTIME, it is oh so delightful. Nature flourishes this season and we are meant to flourish too.
There is more light, more sun, more warmth, more flowers, and the promise of much more to come. AND, the truth is, In order to gather the energy that we need for this springtime BURST, we must shed the heavy coat that has served its purpose. A NEW LIFE awaits.
TO HARNESS ALL OF THIS creativity our Body must be up to the task. A Spring CLEANSE can help to hit the reset button on our health.
These are my top 3 reasons to cleanse
1. A crystal clear mind
2. More connection to my body and my purpose
3. Truly thriving rather than surviving
As beautiful as these reasons sound the reality is that a cleanse takes planning and commitment. We have all been in that place of saying we want and are going to do something and when the time comes, it never happens. Well, let me just say: I am unwilling to let you settle for anything less than what you want from your life. Here I have presented 4 steps to getting clear on your springtime cleanse, which is a chance for our body to get up to speed and to get in peak condition for what is already here and all that is to come.
Get Clear on Your Cleanse
Step 1: The Clearing
Go through your house (food, cleaning supplies, and personal care products) read through the ingredients and get rid of foods that are high in processed sugars and have ingredients that you don't know or understand.
Step 2: Length of Cleanse
Choose the how long you want to be on your cleanse. Even one day can be beneficial 3-7 days will create more impact on your overall health and vitality. Believe it or not when you get into the rhythm of what works sometimes you feel the urge to keep things going.
Step 3: Level of Impact
Decide how far you want to go and in that create some clear boundaries for the duration of your cleanse.
Mild: Avoid all animal foods, refined oils and processed sugars
Medium: All of the above plus eliminate all caffeine and even high quality sweetners like raw honey, maple syrup, and coconut sugar.
Hot: All of the above including news, TV, internet, and socially related smart phone use.
Step 4: Make a Plan
- Map out each day you will be on your cleanse so you are clear about what you need to buy and the time you need to schedule to meet your goals. Choose the life and food rituals that you can commit to 100%
My challenge to you is to spend some time thinking about what commitment means to you. Set yourself up for success by looking at your calendar and deciding when a good time to start would be. Make a plan of what could get in your way. Let me know in the comments what your favorite cleanse for springtime entails. How do you prepare yourself?


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Avanti c'è Posto Appartamento San Pietro, Rome
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What's around Avanti c'è Posto Appartamento San Pietro, Rome
Top spots nearby
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- Russian Orthodox Church of Saint Catherine (3-minute walk)
- Paul VI Audience Hall (4-minute walk)
- Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith (CDF) (4-minute walk)
- Palace of Justice (5-minute walk)
- St. Peter's Basilica (5-minute walk)
- St. Peter's Square (6-minute walk)
Getting around
- Rome (CIA-Ciampino) - 25 min drive
- Rome S. Pietro Station - 2 min walk
- Rome San Pietro Station - 2 min walk
- Rome Valle Aurelia Station - 23 min walk
- Ottaviano - San Pietro - Musei Vaticani Station - 19 min walk
- Valle Aurelia Station - 23 min walk
- Cipro Station - 25 min walk
- Airport shuttle (surcharge)
At a glance
Key facts
- 3 apartments
- Check-in time 2 PM-10:00 PM
- Check-out time is 10 AM
24-hour airport shuttle service is available. Fees may apply. Contact the property in advance to get details.
Required at check-in
- Cash deposit required
- Government-issued photo ID required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Travelling with others
- Up to 2 children (7 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- Pets stay free
- Restrictions apply *
- 1 per room (up to 33 lbs)
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
- Airport shuttle (available 24 hours) *
- No parking
Payment types at the property
- Cash
At the property
- English
- Italian
In the apartment
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Air conditioning
- Espresso maker
- Iron/ironing board
- Separate living room
- Private bathroom
- Bathtub only
- Bidet
- Hair dryer
- 32-inch flat-screen TV
- Digital TV channels
- Desk
- Free WiFi
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Stovetop
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Housekeeping - once per stay
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All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 2999.99, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation.This property only accepts cash for all bookings.
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at check-in or check-out:
- A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night
Cash deposit: EUR 100.00 per stay
- Cleaning fee: EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Cribs/Infant beds are available for EUR 10.0 per stay
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 60.00 per vehicle (one way)
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I USED to enjoy a nice rummage around my local scrap yard… the smell of decay, old leather and spilled oil had an almost narcotic attraction for me on any Saturday afternoon you'd care to mention. However, the world's a much different place now to how it was in the 1990s, and no longer are these vehicle graveyards full of end of life cars, plodge full of filler and gaffer tape – nowadays, they seem to be almost exclusively stacked with cars better than those I drive on a daiy basis. Depressing indeed.
Before you snigger about the unsuitability of my motly collection of heaps for daily usage, consider that my depression doesn't stem from the condition of my own cars (because, let's face it, there's no hope) – but more a case of why are scrap yards now full of vehicles that are there because they're not new enough to be given a stay of execution. Yep, perfectly good cars are now being scrapped because – simply – they might need a couple of hundred quid spending on them, and there's no incentive to do this anymore now that used values are so low.
Not only that, but garages are becoming increasingly uninterested in doing work any more involved than a regular service, often advising punters with cars older than ten years old, to 'get them binned in favour of something newer.'
The scrap yard the picture above was taken at is located within five minutes' drive of my place, was the first one I went to, and a quick chat to the proprietor was illuminating to say the least. Local dealers aren't even bothering to send trade-ins to the auctions, preferring to sign destruction orders, and carting them straight off to the knacker's yard. His words were chilling, 'We get 'em all in here – some with MoTs, but mostly cars just out of ticket, and needing items such as brake pads or exhausts to get 'em all back on the road again.'
Of course, if you look at the Rover 220 Turbo Tomcat on that pile – said scrap yard owner will have paid £100 for the car; will be guaranteed to get nearly all that back for scrap metal; will get a few hundred quid for the parts off it… why on earth should it be returned to the roads? Why indeed… But should we moan about the situation – after all, classic cars are a minority interest, and if today's secondhand cars don't make that leap from banger to classic, does it really matter?
If you listen to the views on some Internet forums, then it doesn't matter at all – cars such as the R8 will 'never be a classic', in their blinkered view, and the sooner the world is rid of them, the better. As for new car buyers… there's no interest there. So, the majority of people who harbour a penchant for 1990s cars are probably not yet in the position to do much about saving them, despite their rock bottom residuals. By the time the nostalgia scene does move onto this decade's cars, they might well be all gone.
Now can you see why a visit to the scrappies was so depressing for me?
Keith Adams
Is the Editor of the Parkers website and price guide, formerly editor of Classic Car Weekly, and launch editor/creator of Modern Classics magazine. Has contributed to various motoring titles including Octane, Practical Classics, Evo, Honest John, CAR magazine, Autocar, Pistonheads, Diesel Car, Practical Performance Car, Performance French Car, Car Mechanics, Jaguar World Monthly, MG Enthusiast, Modern MINI, Practical Classics, Fifth Gear Website, Radio 4, and the the Motoring Independent...
Likes 'conditionally challenged' motors and taking them on unfeasible adventures all across Europe.
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A morning splash of water on the skin feels like a ritual – as you pat your face you think of the day ahead: how can I be my best self today? Now, pump a little of this superb aromatic cleansing oil in the palm of your hands , close your eyes, breathe in its fabulous fragrance and gently massage your face, neck and décolleté to remove the night's impurities. Repeat this ritual when the day is done -how did I do? Sweet dreams!
The Jamaicans were benefitting from the miracle that is coconut long before it became trendy. Coconut oil helps defend the skin from harmful bacteria and is deeply cleansing and nourishing.
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The National Eating Disorders Association defines negative body image as involving a distorted perception of the shape of your body, believing that only other people are attractive and that your body is a sign of personal failure, feeling ashamed or self-conscious about your body, and feeling uncomfortable or awkward in your body. Negative body image can lead to an eating disorder, and many who experience this feel depression, isolation, low self-esteem, and obsessions with weight loss. According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, up to 30 million people of all ages go through eating disorders in the United States alone.
Valentine's Day can bring about feelings of despair, as societal views pinpoint us on the notion that romantic relationships are central to human existence and without one, we are merely drifters in the wind. If you're feeling down this Valentine's Day, consider the many benefits of being single. Health Magazine notes several advantages, including being less likely to gain weight, increased likelihood of exercising regularly, the ability to have closer friends, less stress about chores and money, and more. Change your perception of what Valentine's Day is really about, and turn it into a day for self-care. Get a good night's rest and take a lovely walk. Make yourself a big breakfast, and read an intriguing book. Make this day one to remember, for yourself, your wellbeing, and your happiness. You deserve it.
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Meade St, namesake killed by experimental torpedo
According to the book "Rotorua streets: the stories behind the street names of Rotorua & district" by Philip Andrews, Meade St was named after a Lieutenant in the Royal Navy, the Hon. Herbert George Philip Meade (1).
Born in 1841 in England, Herbert, the 4th son of the Earl of Clanwilliam, had a short but adventurous life. During his navy career, records show he spent time in Jamaica, Australia and New Zealand (2,3,4).
Meade's party stayed at Ngae, Ohinemutu, Motutawa and Epiha from the 26th of December 1864 to the 2nd of January 1865 (5). He describes cooking, lounging on warm stones, tattooing, entertainment, a night of public bathing in the lake, the geothermal scenery and the famed beauty of the women of the Ohinemutu area (5).
|Ohinemutu Geyser Mokoia Island and Lake Rotorua (5)
As well as being the first to negotiate Mount Ngongotaha by car, Don Stafford points out in his book, "The new century in Rotorua", that Charles Kusabs was expected to negotiate Eight by-laws for "motors" under the Motor Regulations Act, 1908 such as carrying a bell and driving under five miles per hour around corners (11).
2. Great Britain: Colonist, Volume XI, Issue 1152, 9 October 1868, Page 4
3. Fatal accident to Lieutenant Meade, R.N.: Daily Southern Cross, Volume XXIV, Issue 3504, 8 October 1868, Page 5
4. Ancestry.com. 1861 England Census [database on-line]. Access Ancestry free at Rotorua District Library.
5. Meade, H. (1870). A ride through the disturbed districts of New Zealand. London: John Murray.
6. Pai Mārire supporters: New Zealand History
7. Atholl, A., Binney, J. & Harris, A. (2014). Tangata Whenua: and illustrated history. Wellington: Bridget Williams Books.
8. Pohutu Geyser Postcard Kete Rotorua
9. Rotorua Hotels, Motels, Guesthouses Kete Rotorua
10. Charles Edmund Kusabs 1872-1948 Kete Rotorua
11. Stafford, D. M. 1988. The new century in Rotorua: a history of events from 1900. Auckland [N.Z.] ; Rotorua [N.Z.] : Ray Richards Publisher and Rotorua District Council.
12. Batchelor, J. (1956). Waimangu-Te Wairoa round trip, Rotorua N.Z. Rotorua: J. Batchelor.
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Last week, we discussed the type of equipment needed for Architectural Photography at Walt Disney World. For Part 2, we are going to explore how composition plays an important part in using that equipment. For the most part, I stick with the Rule of Thirds which I have found very viable in creating pleasing photos of Disney buildings, rides and attractions over the years. It works just as good with structures as it does with people.
When using wide angle lenses, you have to take into account distortion of the lens being used. If you angle up and down with a wide angle lens, straight lines tend to lean or bend. This is not always a bad thing and can help to lead a viewer's attention to the main subject. In the photo below of The BOATHOUSE restaurant in Disney Springs, you can see the distortion of the lens at a 16mm focal length get more pronounced towards the left and right edges of the frame. While the main subject, the Amphicar is not distorted at all. Here I am using the distortion to wrap around the Amphicar.
Wide Angle view of an Amphicar in front of The Boathouse restaurant in Disney Springs.
Nikon D750/16-35VR, 1/125s, f/8, ISO 5000, EV 0, 16mm Focal Length.
In many photo editing programs, you can fix the lens distortion but you have to have enough space around the edges to do so. In the case of my photo of the Amphicar, I did not and the top of the tower would have been trimmed off.
I did have the room in another photo of The BOATHOUSE and the lines of the buildings have been straightened up.
Lens distortion fixed photo of The Boathouse restaurant at Disney Springs.
Nikon D750/16-35VR, 1/125s, f/16, ISO 4500, EV 0, 16mm Focal Length.
Wide angle lens can create very creative and excellent travel architectural photos. Be aware of their strenghts and weaknesses as you compose your photos and how those weaknesses, like lens distortion, can be used or fixed later in photo editing software.


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Unhappily Ever After
Unhappily Ever After
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Not everyone can get the guy and live happily ever after. These ugly stepsisters are on the opposite side of the spectrum with disaster at every turn.
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There's a lot of talk, constantly, about women; women in popular culture. Let's say, women who are currently popular in culture. I'm talking about Beyonce, Lena Dunham, Jennifer Lawrence, Taylor Swift (to name a few). But there are other women - let's say those who have now reached a certain age - who possess a great awareness of their connection to their history and their career (their life and their work), and who we all can learn a lot from. They have poise, they have talent, and they have experience. Two of those women, names that immediately spring to mind, are Cher and Marianne Faithfull.
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Organisation of Islamic Cooperation
9-May-2018 Lexology
The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation Agreement on Promotion, Protection and Guarantee of Investments among Member States
Whilst there is a plethora of literature on BIT protection, relatively little is known on how the OIC Agreement can assist investors.
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Mohamed VI invite les musulmans à redoubler d'efforts
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Malaysia signs FTA with Pakistan
Malaysia and Pakistan have signed a trade pact, Malaysia's first bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) with a member of the Organisation of Islamic Conference (OIC).
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Islamic common market proposed
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1-Oct-2005 Bernama
OIC members urged to look towards establishing Islamic FTA
Governments and the private sectors of the member countries of the Organisation of Islamic Conference (OIC) should take a qualitative leap to establish an Islamic Free Trade Area (FTA) to overcome obstacles and bottlenecks that hinder the development of trade and investment between member states.
23-Jun-2005 Business Recorder
OIC edges towards free trade area
Muslim nations moved closer to forming a free trade area (FTA) on Monday, with plans to adopt tariff-cutting steps by end-2005 to bridge a gap between oil-rich and poor members of the Organisation of the Islamic Conference.
19-Dec-2004 The Daily Star
Assess strengths, needs before going for FTA
Speakers at a business session yesterday said Bangladesh and Malaysia can strike a bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) after taking into account the strengths and needs of both these countries.


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It really struck me last week when my friend said to his class at the retirement home, "We need to apologize to you for the hundreds of Sunday School classes where we tried to explain God and His Word with so much reasoning that we neglected to exhort you to keep your wonder alive." That was not a direct quote, but that was a power packed thought I was left with. He proceeded to talk about the four gospels and the places that they differ and all the reasons and possibilities that the theologians and teachers give for the conflicts. But he kept drawing us back to the question, "But does it matter?" It is more important to pick up why God is saying these things to us through each writer. Press in and never think you have it all understood. Leave room for wonder.
Later in the week I listened to a podcast by Timothy Keller. Keller is an author and pastor and he encouraged me again to dust off my ability to "wonder." In his sermon, Keller highlights the process Isaiah went through as he was called. This is a must listen sermon for everyone. He shares the difference between having a God concept and a God-quake. The first one is where you fit God into your life, the later is where any thought of "your" life is thrown out the window for something bigger. Keep the wonder alive.
I was very encouraged by this sermon and then when I got to church our worship leader led us in this song:


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Rectify on the Sundance Channel
Industrial Wholesalers was featured prominenty in the premiere episode of season 4 of Rectify
You can see a few photos of Industrial Wholesalers on Rectify's Behinds the Scenes photo gallery.
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1. Everyone who supports LGBTQIA+ rights is welcome. This is a space where celebrating with with our friends and supporters is welcome. It takes a village.
2. Pride is NOT a petting zoo. Yes, sparkly things are beautiful, and as much as you might want to run up and touch someone, do not do so without permission. Consent is a 24/7/365 thing.
3. Support local vendors. Supporting local businesses that support LGBTQIA+ rights helps give you peace of mind. I don't want you to lose sleep wondering if your hard-earned money has been shipped off to a hate company.
4. Don't assume. Do you see a couple that is made up of a man and a woman? Great. That doesn't mean that either one of them is heterosexual. Come to the event with an open mind and respect that all kinds of couples represent many different gender and sexuality combinations.
5. Wear sunscreen, or at least keep your skin's safety in mind. It can be easy to forget that when you are having fun. While red is in the rainbow, it looks better on the flag than it does as a blistering, painful sunburn.
6. Stay hydrated. A hydrated Pride is a happy Pride.
7. See something you think Pride could use help with? Volunteer! Sitting back and complaining while others work helps exactly no one.
Happy Pride 2018 everyone!
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"Pimp My Stride" Laura Flodin of Then Cascade Team
Go Laura go! For those of you who see Laura running up and down the streets of Snoqualmie Ridge, she will be part of only 4 all female teams that run over 190 miles this weekend from Seattle to the Canadian border. Her Team name... Pimp My Stride! : )
From Laura Flodin – A LITTLE BLURB ON MY RELAY RACE THIS WEEKEND!!! LEAVING FRIDAY MORNING. I RUN 6.8 MILES FRIDAY DAY / 4.7 MILES IN THE DEAD OF THE NIGHT AND AND 3.8 MILES TO WRAP IT UP ON SATURDAY!
PICTURE THIS: Running a relay race through the Seattle area, starting near the border of Canada and winding south, all the way down to Whidbey Island. This running event will push you and 11 pals, day and night, through 190 miles of stunning Washington scenery. Starting in the seaside town of Blaine, your team will head south through farm country and along the coast, ultimately crossing over Deception Pass. The race (and your stamina) will wrap up on the southern tip of Whidbey Island. Better put this on your running calendar, this is a race you will be bragging about for life.
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The Tia's Treasures Team are RAKtivists as we truly believe that kindness can change the world therefore we participate in various Random Acts of Kindness alongside our fundraising.
A RAKtivist' is short for 'Random Acts of Kindness activist', think of RAKtivists like kindness ambassadors and like all ambassadors they're a part of an active, global community.
RAKtivists are everywhere, the student who stops to hold the door open for a teacher with her hands full that person is a RAKtivist, the commuter who offers their bus seat to an elderly passenger that person is a RAKtivist too, the parking attendant who leaves a note on someone's car, complimenting their parking skills you guessed it: RAKtivist.
Anyone who truly believes that kindness can change the world, who reminds everyone around them how much love there is in the world, who inspires hope and generosity with their actions as much as their words they're a RAKtivist.
If you would like to nominate someone to receive a Random Act of Kindness from Tia's Treasures please contact us using the form below, this could be for a family member, a friend or someone else that you think deserves a smile put on their face.


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Officials hoping Christie will open flood gates ahead of hurricanePosted: Updated:
Officials in Northern New Jersey are taking steps before Hurricane Irene makes landfall to help alleviate flooding.
Tuesday, Pequannock Township Manager David Hollberg made a request to Gov. Chris Christie's office to open the flood gates ahead of the storm. The goal is to lower lake and reservoir levels beforehand in hope of minimizing the impact of the hurricane.
Christie says he's weighing the decision. At a news conference today, he said he wants a status report about the Pequannock flood gates before making any decisions.
The governor also asked the Department of Environmental Protection to give him a status report on the Pequannock flood gates by Friday.


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Summer fruits are a healthy choice to eat, and put on your skin! You'll need a blender to mix this "facial smoothie" the same way you would a smoothie drink.
½ C plain yogurt
1 T honey
2 strawberries
½ a peach
¼ C oatmeal
Pulse the oatmeal in the blender to make a paste. Add the yogurt and honey to your mixer. Cube the peach and cut the strawberries in half, toss them in, cap the blender and mix at a high setting until the "facial smoothie" has a creamy, smooth consistency.
Apply to your face in gentle, upward circular motions. Relax for 10-15 minutes. Scrub in upward motions into your face as you rinse off with warm water. Follow with The Grapeseed Co. Lavender Rose Toner and Chamomile Grapefruit Moisturizer or Rose & Grape Serum. If your skin is dry, sun damaged or mature, try layering the serum under the moisturizer for maximum benefits. Share with a friend or save for up to a week in the fridge and double-down on this yummy, nourishing facial treatment!
What the Ingredients Do
yogurt: is nourishing, calming and hydrating to the skin. It contains a naturally occurring alpha-hydroxy acid from lactic acid that exfoliates and replenishes the cellular surface of the skin.
peach: is rich in vitamin A, C magnesium and potassium. Peach is know to brighten and even the complexion and replenish the skin as it tightens pores.
strawberries: are chock full of vitamin C and contain little round seeds that gently exfoliate the skin, naturally. They are rich in polyphenols, alpha-hydroxy which help protect, tone and soothe the skin.
honey: this sweet treat helps attract dirt, oil and clean skin with breakouts. Bees release a glucose enzyme when creating honey that is a natural antiseptic and has antibacterial properties. When applied topically, it draws body fluids and nutrients to the area assisting in cell growth and scar prevention.
oatmeal: is a natural, soothing exfoliant known for it's calming and anti-inflammatory properties. It also has astringent qualities but is gentle enough for sensitive skin. It helps to draw oil and impurities out of the skin.
Watch us make the summer fruit smoothie below!
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— January 07 , 2019
The purpose of this ministry is to give praise and glory to Our Lord by continuous and uninterrupted adoration in His presence in the Blessed Sacrament. Our goal is to have two people present in adoration 24 hours a day, every day of the week. We are always looking for new adorers and substitute adorers.
Coordinator: Sheryl Rybnick
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Lori Swan, MD, Fellow of the American academy of Dermatology
For over 20 years, Dr. Swan has been a medical provider gaining the trust of more than 20,000 satisfied and returning patients. As a renowned, board certified (1994 and 2004) dermatologist, Dr. Swan ensures all treatment plans consider your skin-related health – providing the safest and most effective outcomes.
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Anaheim, CA
The City of Anaheim is home to a diverse population whom we hope to engage with in order to help people, especially those of limited resources, to become civically engaged in their communities.
In 2017, the City of Anaheim officially became a Welcoming City. As part of that effort, Anaheim will begin providing more information about citizenship opportunities in public spaces like libraries and community centers. The City is also committed to numerous other ongoing efforts to ensure that all residents feel welcome, safe and able to fully participate in and contribute to the City's civic, economic and social life. To grow upon past successes, the City of Anaheim will continue its successful partnerships with local organizations who offer naturalization services and resources to its residents.
In 2017, the City partnered with Orange County Communities Organized for Responsible Development (OCCORD) to include a Citizenship Clinic at the City's annual Free Anaheim Health Fair, where over 325 people were assisted, in a single day, with their applications. The City and OCCORD will partner once again, at the upcoming 2018 Free Anaheim Health Fair where residents will be able to access naturalization services, as well as free health services.


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"Sail directly west from Sagres until you see a small Island. If you arrive there after October 30, wait until April 1 to proceed north or you will never make it…".The Portuguese kept their rutters out of foreign hands. The invention of latitude and longitude to map the earth made the rutters obsolete. But how do you know the latitude and longitude of your present position?
Latitude is One ThingThe idea of latitude had been used by the Polynesian sailors for many centuries. They explored the Pacific using a latitude hook. It consisted of a straight piece of wood with a crosspiece near the bottom and an open hole at the top, like this:
O————|——The hook was held up so North Star showed in the "O" and the crosspiece was so affixed that it lay over the Pacific Ocean's horizon. If they kept this configuration of the hook, the Polynesians could sail east or west and always get home.
The illustration below shows how the hook worked. To discover latitude probably took little more than taking an interest in the matter. According to Daniel J. Boorstin¹, "The Greeks' way of determining latitude—by merely noting the elevation of the circumpolar stars (stars that from a given observer's latitude does not go below the horizon)—actually required no nautical instrument at all." This idea is just a generalization of Polynesian sailing, and making the crosspiece adjustable made it even more useful.
Longitude is Another ThingThe knowledge of one's longitudinal position took many more centuries and many less than satisfactory attempts. The problem was finally solved by John Harrison's building of a seaworthy clock. Here is how having such a clock aids in finding one's longitude.
1. Below is a depiction of the imaginary longitude line in degrees wrapped around the equator. Of course, -180 longitude and +180 longitude coincide. The "00" center value was chosen to be at Greenwich, England.
-180_-150_-120_-90_-60_-30_00_+30_+60_+90_+120_+150_+180The longitudinal distance between the 24 time zones is 15°. Twenty-four zones times 15 degrees per time zone equals the 360 degrees of a circle.
2. You have John Harrison's clock (set to Greenwich time) on board your ship.
3. Knowing the local time of one's position can be determined from the position of the sun.
Navigation Problem 1It is 12:00 pm in Greenwich (longitude 0.0°), and our time² is 6 am. What is our longitude?
Answer: We are 6 hours behind Greenwich, thus -90° (6 x 15°, and the minus symbol is included, since we are behind Greenwich) is our longitude.
Navigation Problem 2It is 12:00 pm in Greenwich, and our time is 3:00 pm. What is our longitude?
Answer: We are three hours ahead of Greenwich, thus +45° (3 x 15°, positive, because we are ahead of Greenwich in this instance) is our longitude.
¹ In The Discoverers, Random House, Inc.
² Our time refers to wherever we are in the problem.
Note: the reader might be interested in reading the account in Boorstin's book of John Harrison's travail in proving that his clock was seaworthy. There was a ₤2,000 reward for finding such, and Harrison was required to accompany his clock on a several year sea voyage. He never received the entire sum.
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A New Direction is leading the education programme for Brent, London Borough of Culture 2020
Over the next two years, we will be working intensively in the borough, collaborating with the Brent 2020 team on a range of creative and cultural education opportunities.
We will be offering the following opportunities to Brent educators and schools:
Cultural Connections sessions
A series of events running throughout 2019-2020, bringing together educators, organisations and artists working in Brent.
A space to share ideas, opportunities, network and make things happen!
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Resources available online Autumn 2019
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Because I can't make up my mind whether I like these or not, I think this is recipe which will probably eventually just get forgotten about - although not for a while, as my daughter wants them for her birthday visit home in a few week's time.
Friday, 29 October 2010
Chestnut Brownies
Because I can't make up my mind whether I like these or not, I think this is recipe which will probably eventually just get forgotten about - although not for a while, as my daughter wants them for her birthday visit home in a few week's time.
10 comments:
- Les rêves d'une boulangère (Brittany) said...
Look so dense and delicious. Love the incorpoation of nuts for a diff texture
- 29 October 2010 at 14:49
- Joanna said...
Now I don't know whether to try them or not.... I bought a 240 g tin of chestnuts from Waitrose, reduced this week and I have a bag of fresh ones as well. Actually I had another bag of fresh ones which I was going to use and then... we ate them as they were so good with a little salt, straight out of the oven. So what am I going to do Suelle? To bake or not to bake that is the question :)
- 29 October 2010 at 16:57
- Choclette said...
They certainly sound good Suelle - I think it's the sort of thing that would appeal to me, so I will certainly be making them at some point. But maybe you're right and they would be better served warm as a pudding - hummmmm!
- 29 October 2010 at 17:38
- Suelle said...
I think you should try them, Joanna. Everyone's tastes are different. Use the tinned ones though - not the fresh.
- 29 October 2010 at 19:05
- Dom at Belleau Kitchen said...
I'm obsessed with chestnut purée at the moment and I wonder if they could have been made with this? They do look amazing though
- 29 October 2010 at 19:56
- Suelle said...
Hi Dom - I don't think this recipe would work as well with chestnut purée, as you would be changing the ration of solids and liquids. Have you tried Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall's recipe for Chestnut-chocolate Truffle Cake? I successfully adapted that to use chestnut purée instead of whole chestnuts.
- 29 October 2010 at 23:05
- Joanna said...
Too late! I have roasted a bag of chestnuts this evening and put them in the marinade. I was going to cook them but there is exactly one egg left in the fridge! Tomorrow is another day. I think you are right, try everything once. I was reading your other brownie recipes earlier, and trying to figure out which was your favourite ;-)
- 29 October 2010 at 23:30
- Chele said...
I'm sold!!!!! Will be getting the ingredients ASAP
- 30 October 2010 at 10:05
- celia said...
This is interesting, Suelle. I tried these brownies too, and found exactly the same thing as you - they were so moussey I had trouble getting them out of the pan. I thought it was because I used dried chestnuts that I'd boiled up, so I thought there might have been lots more liquid in the mix. Also, I think the egg size is important - my eggs were a little on the large size, I think you really need to make sure to use mediums.
I loved the flavour, but Pete found it way too alcoholic for him. For me, it was so Christmassy and I loved the chestnuts in there too. I found that it firmed up enough in the fridge to cut and serve cold.
Thanks for the report - makes me feel better..I thought my moussey texture was a mistake! :)
- 31 October 2010 at 09:39
- Suelle said...
Thanks for that, Celia. You've also reassured me that I didn't make a mistake! ;) I've decided I quite like the brownies - but as a dessert, not a cake.
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Let's get real for a second; living and teaching in a foreign country can take its toll. No matter where you go, there will be days when your students and colleagues will feel unreachable to you, the language incomprehensible, the culture impenetrable.
When these moments arrive, it's important to remind yourself that:
It's also really important that you remember where you come from, just a small town girl, living in a lonely world, and remember what the wise man said:
2. Don't stop believing
There will be good days and bad days, but no matter how heavy the monsoon:
3. The sun will come out tomorrow
Or, if you prefer Kim Tae Hyun's 2011 rendition:
Sometimes, you may feel caught between a rock and a hard place. It happens when you're living abroad and trying to fit into a culture you don't always understand. The best advice you can heed while living here, is to take a deep breath and:
4. Let it go
After all, when you look at the grand scheme of things, you're really just another:
5. Brick in the wall
Here's a protip, if you have a particularly unruly bunch of eight-year-olds (Korean age, six-year-olds in Western age), dim the lights, crank up the temperature and in the background play some soothing music from:
6. Relaxing Piano Studio Ghibli Complete Collection
The last song is up to you, for when you feel a little homesick. Choose a song that reminds you of where you come from, a song that makes you happy, and hum it to yourself every time you feel like a fish out of water. If you're South African, you might just recognise this one:
7. Darling
What songs do you listen to help you cope?
This post and others like it can be found on the EPIK e-Press website.
Don't forget to smile.


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CALABASAS HILLS, Calif., (CBS.MW) -- Shares of THQ Inc. fell 38 percent Thursday after the entertainment software company warned of a second-quarter and full-year earnings shortfall.
THQ thqi traded down 5 5/8 to close at 9 1/16 on heavy volume of 5.91 million shares.
The company expects to report a loss of between $2.7 and $3.1 million, or between 13 and 15 cents a shares for the quarter. According to First Call, the consensus on Wall Street is for a profit of 3 cents a share. Revenue will be in the range of $30 to $32 million. In addition, the interactive entertainment software company said it will take a one-time non-cash charge of $5.9 million, for discontinuing development of some products.
For the year, the company expects earnings to be in the range of $1.10 to $1.20 a share, while analysts currently expect a profit of $1.95 a share. Revenue will be between $325 million and $340 million.
The company blamed increased spending in marketing and product development, an anticipated slowdown in the overall Nintendo 64 and PlayStation markets, a strong dollar and infrastructure costs.
"The slowdown in the software market for the current generation of video game consoles will affect our financial performance this year," Chief Executive Officer Brian Farrell. "While we continue to be optimistic about revenue growth for the year as a whole, we see the current softness in the market continuing at least through the third quarter."
U.S. Bancorp Piper Jaffray downgraded its rating on the stock to "buy" from "strong buy." The firm also cut its price target to $8 a share from $25 and its fiscal 2000 earnings estimate to 81 cents a share from $1.96 a share. Banc of America downgraded the stock from "strong buy" to "market perform."