text:
Diary of a Photographer
A few years ago, when I realized that photography was something I should really do, I was so happy and peaceful, it was a moment of pure epiphany. I simply knew: "that's it".
At that point I still had very cheap and humble equipment, but I remember I was photographing every single day. I photographed everything: mostly street, people, subjects in my apartment, my clothes… I was experimenting like mad. It's very hard to believe, but I think I even made a few cheesy flower shots and some landscapes.
Suddenly, everything had become so beautiful and worth photographing. I felt like I gained a third eye and it seemed to me that I was blind before I started photographing. Even those photos weren't perfect (I tended to do not so perfect frames, because of low quality equipment and many of my photos were full of noise, etc.). I have to say it was an amazing way of self-discovery and during that period I made some of my best personal work and many self-portraits that many people, even today, remember as some of my best work.
That's maybe the most beautiful phase for every photographer. And at that point, when our passion is on the top, when we see how we improve every day, we start making really good photos, and something weird starts happening:
1. People's perception of you starts to change.
2. The Photographer becomes very greedy and gets occupied with technical stuff and equipment.
3. We want to become "professional", which means we want to make money from our photography and start living from it. It's one of the most guaranteed ways how to lose yourself.
4. No inspiration.
5. Awakening
This is the phase in the life of every photographer that I call "devil phase".
1. Perception
One of the crazy things that starts happening is that even your best friends start perceiving you only as a photographer, like they all lost their minds and forgot who are you as a person.
Every time (or almost every time) when you're supposed to see your friends , before you leave your house it's very possible you'll get one more call or SMS, just to remind you "bring your camera".
The Photographer starts feeling terrible pressure, it's literally like you're getting an anxiety attack.
I felt like people started to command me — when I'm going to photograph and who I'm going to photograph.
They started telling me their weirdest desires, how they want to be photographed. Trust me, I've heard so many crazy stories, so many people suddenly got the desire to be naked in front of me, so many women wanted to look like the most sexiest and beautiful woman in front of my camera, people who would come to my parent's house usually alone, suddenly would start bringing their kids– just in a case "I was in the mood" to take photographs of their children.
Photographers start feeling like they're losing control. Every time when human being loses control, it starts a mess.
The mind becomes restless, the body is lazy. This is one of the reasons why we don't photograph so much anymore.
2. When the 7 Deadly Sins are Knocking on Your Door and Greed is a Leader
This is part of the "devil phase" when photographers easily forget why and how they started doing photography in the first place.
Because our mind is already so messed up, we truly start believing that playtime is over and it's time to get serious. Serious in our world means: full frame camera, at least f2.8 lenses, lightening equipment and a list of wish-items that seemingly never ends.
Then we spend so much money on our new, high quality fancy equipment that we become so sensitive. We become afraid that something will happen to our equipment and we become highly paranoid: maybe I'll break the lens, maybe will dust get in the sensor, oh and maybe someone will steal the camera?
Not only that, we go much further. Our new equipment is surprisingly heavy. If we want to shoot street and subject that is far away, we have to change the lens, probably to our long tele-zoom (very heavy) — and that means pain, new trouble, possible dust in the sensor and it's just too heavy to wear all that, especially if you're woman, like me.
You cannot put your full body camera and tele zoom in your purse. You start being so nostalgic and pathetic "where are those good days when I had only my poor prosumer camera FujiS5700?". Seriously, it's so pathetic that we seriously say: "God, please help me". Then, we start photographing only when someone hires us to shoot their children's birthday, weddings, portraits, etc. Of course, preferably on some safe place, ideally in our own studio.
3. Professionalism
Being a professional photographer can be as bad as being employed with a corporation. You're highly responsible for everything that is going on that day when you photograph and most of the time you shoot something you don't really enjoy so much.
You're torn between client's desires and your artistic expression. They hire you because you're talented and because they like your work, but in a very sophisticated way they are telling you what you're expected to do. Therefore, don't go too wild and be only artist, stay professional. It's not all so bad, but this is the phase where you learn so much about yourself, life, responsibility and compromise.
4. Lack of Inspiration & Passion
In this phase, we are already too arrogant, proud and too harsh to ourselves. Because we are so serious and professional, we don't allow ourselves to make "ordinary" photos anymore. Every next photo must be better than previous one. Everything we do must be special and we forget that things around us that we were photographing in the beginning should be our inspiration again.
We are professional and our clients get guaranteed quality photos, but for a long time we haven't done anything for our personal collection and maybe future solo exhibition. This phase, influenced by many other factors that already happened makes us blind again. It's very confusing stage.
You realize that you made so many mistakes and you want to fix things. You even start wearing your camera again in most situations, but every click you do (for your private collection) simply doesn't have so much soul — like shots in the past, and you easily delete that photo. You try and try, but something is missing. What is missing: is us.
We managed to disconnect, go blind, to take things for granted and become slaves to the routine. I guess this can be compared to many marriages and long lasting relationships. It's truly ironic, isn't it? In most of the countries, people have free will to choose their partners and as I know, in this country people get married because they found the love of their life, because they were deeply in love, enthusiastic about their future.
Yet, somehow, after a few years and routine it simply happens that you become blind, you don't see beauty in your partner like you use to. You just take things for granted. In combination with all the stress in your life, economic crisis, bank loans, jobs, kids who are screaming and always wanting something , you just start feeling lonely and lost and you think how you don't have control over your life anymore and many people make huge mistakes.
Well, I have news for all of us, it's time to wake up! It's your life and your photography!
5. Awakening
I'm going to leave this chapter for you to finish.
After long periods of my own crisis, I decided to wake up. I've cleared space in my head so I can see again. It's a magnificent feeling.
It will take some practice to get back to my old, good stage, but I can feel it coming again.
Today is my magic day, one more in a row. I woke up next to the love of my life and I got a huge desire to photograph him (he really doesn't like being photographed, sometimes I feel so sorry for him because he lives with a photographer).
Surprisingly, I really didn't care about technical quality. I didn't ask myself: will anyone press the "like" button on Facebook. After all, this is just a diary of a photographer. And diary is document of our life. I live my life with a person I love and I do a job that I love.


text:
Our team
Our team is made of hospitality professionals, who specialize in healthy meals and have demonstrated time and again a commitment to meeting the needs of our customers. Collectively, we have over 35 years of food service experience and have served more than 300 million meals.
Founder and CEO
Jeff is a mission-driven innovator and entrepreneur, motivated by a passion for solving problems that create a lasting social impact. Most recently Jeff served as the Director of Food and Nutrition Services for D.C. Public Schools (DCPS), ensuring that nearly 50,000 students at over 100 schools received high quality meals every day. At DCPS, Jeff proved it's possible to dramatically improve the taste, quality and nutritional standards of school food, all while controlling costs and increasing the number of students eating. His efforts have been recognized by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and The Jamie Oliver Food Foundation.
Jeff's career began in the Boston and New York City hospitality industry, where restaurateurs sought his insight to help their venues operate more profitably and garner more press. By age 28, Jeff owned and operated the critically acclaimed Manhattan restaurant, the Biltmore Room, which received a coveted 3 star review from The New York Times, and was named Top New Restaurant in New York City by Zagat.
With 25 years in the food services industry, Jeff is most proud of the work he led at DCPS to demonstrate that better food quality and increased meal participation correlated with students' improved academic performance. For him, this cemented the idea that the food we choose to serve represents so much more than just sustenance, and ultimately led to the creation of Genuine Foods.

subset: commoncrawl


text: Zebutal medication is a combination of a fever reducer and pain reliever or an analgesic, Acetaminophen, a muscle relaxant or barbiturate or sedative, Butalbital and a central nervous system stimulant, Caffeine drug. It relieves tension headache brought about by muscle contractions. The Zebutal drug is available in generic form as butalbital/acetaminophen/caffeine and belongs to a drug class Analgesic Combinations.


text:
Tirii Pottery
Whilst on Tiree, we visited the little pottery there and it was a really inspiring place. It must be an amazing place to work – making gorgeous pottery and chatting to people who come to visit. The pottery has a very distinctive style and takes inspiration from the island.
I absolutely loved the workshop space, and what was really good was that you could see people making the pottery at different stages.
I bought a couple of pieces from the pottery – a bowl and a heart garland. Great souvenirs from our visit!
If you want to find out more about Tirii Pottery, you can visit their website. Or even better, go and visit! 🙂


text:
Christmas on the Outer Banks
OBXentertainment.com is your news source for Christmas holiday events happening this year on North Carolina's Outer Banks!
FREE CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT ROANOKE ISLAND FESTIVAL PARK – Dec. 1
The 208th Army Band will perform a free Christmas concert in the Film Theater at Roanoke Island Festival Park in Manteo on Saturday, Dec. 1, starting at 6pm. CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.
THE NUTCRACKER BALLET BY OUTER BANKS CENTRE FOR DANCE – Dec. 1
The Outer Banks Centre for Dance presents a live ballet performance of The Nutcracker at First Flight High School in Kill Devil Hills for two performances, at 1pm and 7pm, on Saturday, Dec. 1. CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.
SANTA CLAUS AT KILL DEVIL HILLS TOWN HALL – Dec. 8
Santa Claus is coming to town, as kids are invited to come meet the big man in red at Kill Devil Hills Town Hall on Saturday, December 8, when Santa will be available for pictures from 4 to 6pm, also featuring cookies, sleigh rides, carolers, goodie bags for children, apple cider, hot chocolate, and the town's own 26-foot high Christmas tree.
Admission to this event is free, but it is requested that everyone bring a donation for the food pantry or animal shelter pets. CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.
Click HERE to see all of our latest updates on your Outer Banks Christmas and be sure to check back daily as new events are added!
Click HERE for more Outer Banks Christmas events!


text:
Christmas Inspiration with Tesco #carouseltoys
We have been getting into the Christmas spirit this week as we enjoyed a morning of unwrapping and playing with some of the new interactive toys from Tesco. The Carousel range is exclusive to Tesco and is designed to spark your child's imagination to play creatively.
Christmas is approaching fast. It's important to know that as a parent buying gifts for your little one that you are buying something that will be played with time and time again and not just discarded quickly. I don't know about you, but for me the price of toys is almost as important as the quality of item. I want something that I know is built to last but also doesn't cost the earth. As you'll see as we go through these items, Tesco have priced these fairly overall in my opinion.
Ok, let's take a look first at the boys unwrapping their gifts and enjoying them before I go through them individually.
What Jonah loved about this instantly was all the extras that you get with this. Not only is this a fully functioning police truck but the Breakout Police Set opens out into a more interactive play set. Easy to unpack and fold away, this multi -functional toy transforms from truck to Police Station complete with heli-pad, moving lift, jail cell and ramp with 'escape' sound effects. It comes with a mini helicopter 3 mini cars which slide down the ramp much to the delight of Winter. Jonah hasn't tired of this yet and I think at £35 it's worth it. Click to be taken directly to The Police Breakout Set.
Made of solid wood, this Christmas classic feels good, looks good and is guaranteed to be a hit with your little one. Winter squealed when he saw it and knew just what to do as he clambered on a Jonah pushed him around the living room. The seat is removable so there is a nice amount of space to store their treasures (or the remote) in addition to the 3 blocks that insert through the shape holes on the side. It was easy to build – it took me about 20 minutes following the instructions and using the Allen Key provided. Again, great value for money at £35.00 when you consider the quality of the product. If I were to change one thing, it would be that wheels could move freely, as these are set to travel in a straight line which can be limiting. Winter still loved it though, so what do I know?? Click the link to be taken directly to the Ride Along Tiger.
These two toys were the boys' favourite and I can't recommend them highly enough. The boys have enjoyed playing with them so much that I bought some more for our nieces for Christmas. These remote controlled cars are big, colourful and chunky with flashing lights, but they also have a radio feature which enables you to speak into the control and your voice comes out of the vehicle. Jonah and Daddy enjoy whizzing it around the house, hiding it and then speaking into the intercom so the other can track it down. Brilliant toys to play with as a family on Christmas day. Click here for the Police Car and here for the Ambulance.
Again, this was another hit with both boys. The lights and the sounds are always sure to be a winner but this also has rotating propellers AND a rescue basket that you can hoist up with the press of a button. Again as with the other toys, I really like how big, chunky and robust this is. Perfect for little hands to grasp and excited boys to chuck around without the fear that it will break. Included is a miniature version of the big helicopter and basket. For £14 you get a lot for your money. To be taken directly to the Rapid Rescue Helicopter click here.
Although we have only review a sample of the wide range of Carousel toys, I've had a look at other items for our tribe of nieces for Christmas. Again I was impressed by the price and quality. I know that the boys love these and haven't tired of playing with them which is always a great review in itself. To see the full range of Carousel toys click here.
This review post is part of a paid collaboration with Tesco. As always all opinions are my own.


text:
Grab a £40 MOT test for November.
With free collection and delivery or while you wait!
Have a seat in our waiting area with tea and coffee plus free wifi and the MOT test will be done in no time.
Offer code MOTNOV
Collection area 5 mile radius. Call for details.


text:
Alina Skinny Jeans In Petite
In Super Sculpting® Denim
Style #: P38F11DT4020
Original Price$119.00 Original PriceNow $78.98
Alina Skinny Jeans In Petite
In Super Sculpting® Denim
Style #: P38F11DT4020
Original Price$119.00 Original PriceNow $78.98
Alina Skinny Jeans In Petite is rated out of 5 by 28.
- bvseo_sdk, dw_cartridge, 16.1.1, p_sdk_3.2.0
- CLOUD, getAggregateRating, 146ms
- reviews, product
Additional Information
Why settle for a legs-for-days look? The Alina Skinny Women's Jeans in Petite by NYDJ were designed to give you legs for weeks, months – even years. Our exclusive Lift Tuck® Technology contours your curves, smooths your silhouette and helps flatten in the front to give you the flaunt-worthy figure you crave. Compact-stretch Super Sculpting® denim provides additional support and slimming power. This head-turning skinny features a narrower leg opening, classic five-pocket styling, and zip fly with button closure.
Fabric & Materials
- Super Sculpting® Denim: A compact-stretch denim that slims and supports curves.
- Lift Tuck® Technology uses a patented criss-cross panel to flatten in the front, while curve-contouring construction flatters your back side
- 80% Cotton, 19% Polyester, 1% Spandex
- Made in the USA
- Zip fly and button closure, 5 pocket styling
- Machine was cold, line dry
Fit & Sizing
- Inseam: 28.5"
- High rise: 9.5" (front)
- Leg opening: 11.5"
- Measurements taken on size 6P
- Remember to select one size smaller for the perfect fit
Need Help Finding Your Perfect Fit?
Recently Viewed
In Super Sculpting® DenimColor: black$119.00 $78.98
Also In Regular, Plus
Alina Skinny Jeans In Petite is rated out of 5 by 28.
Rated 4 out of 5 by Bert from Flattering! Love, love, love the Alina Leggings. What was a surprise to me is that one side seam was sewn 'off' a bit at the side leg seam. I needed the jeans ASAP for a weekend get-away, so I didn't have time for a return/reorder process. Instead I had to see my local seamstress for a quick fix ... bummer, had to shell out another $25 for a two inch fix. otherwise loved the purchase. This is the only downside of on-line buying. I really do appreciate when there is an inspected by note in any package.
Date published: 2017-09-01
Rated 5 out of 5 by Anonymous from Just Another Pair of NYDJ to Love I bought these jeans in P6 black. They are the perfect go anywhere pant. I usually buy 4P, but I like a dressier look rather than the yoga-pant fit at night. Cute with boots or heels. I've worn them with flats also.
Date published: 2016-10-25
Rated 5 out of 5 by Verified Reviewer from Super comfortable leggings Love the fit of these jeans/leggings. I can dress them up, dress them down, just hang out. Love black, so classic but depending on the top can be trendy too.
Date published: 2017-01-16
Rated 5 out of 5 by Verified Reviewer from Perfect skinny jeans I have been looking for a long time for a pair of black skinny/slim jeans that are not skin tight. These are perfect. They are VERY comfortable and not too short. I'm 5'4", 122 lbs., and I ordered the 6P since I don't want them to be skin tight. They fit just right!
Date published: 2017-03-06
Rated 5 out of 5 by Verified Reviewer from I love NYDJ! I love these jeans. They are so comfortable. I wear my jeans a little long when I am wearing boots and some shoes and ankle length with other shoes. I can dress them up or dress them down.
Date published: 2017-04-21
Rated 4 out of 5 by Anonymous from I would buy again I have several of these and while they are great jeans and wear well, they are not true leggings that fit into boots!
Date published: 2016-12-01
Rated 5 out of 5 by Anonymous from Excellent product Like the extra body support, especially in the tummy area.
Date published: 2016-10-16
Rated 5 out of 5 by Anonymous from I would buy this again Great fit and dependable delivery
Date published: 2015-08-16
- bvseo_sdk, dw_cartridge, 16.1.1, p_sdk_3.2.0
- CLOUD, getContent, 37ms
- reviews, product


text:
A guide to shopping in Glasgow
Glasgow is Scotland's shopping capital! You won't be disappointed when you're shopping in Glasgow. From the variety of streets, boutiques and hidden gems to explore during your shopping break.
Whether you're a local or new visitor to Glasgow, the Style Mile is the best place to start. The Style Mile is a concentration of shops in the city centre, only a few minutes walk from Apex City of Glasgow Hotel on Bath Street. There's a great selection of stores down Buchanan Street, along Argyle Street and Merchant City. We've packaged up our favourite destinations across the city highlighting what's best about them to help you decide where to start.
A day in Glasgow
Glasgow's city centre is compact and easily navigated. Start the day with breakfast in Buchanan Galleries where you'll find Eat and Mr Pretzels or a Fuel to kick start your day. Once you've explored the massive H&M, Boots, River Island and Warehouse, head down Buchanan Street and you'll be amazed with what's on offer. Wherever you look, you'll find your favourite stores like Dune, Office, New Look, Urban Outfitters, Diesel and Jack Wills.
Make sure to stop for a coffee at Starbucks, Caffè Nero or Costa on your way down this pedestrianised hill. A long lunch at Hard Rock Cafe or TGI Fridays is the perfect pit stop with cocktails to rest your feet before an afternoon full of more shopping.
Your afternoon can be spent indoors in St Enoch's Centre where you'll find Hamley's Toy Store or in House of Fraser where you'll be spoilt for choice, surrounded by big brands.
Designer treats
Princes Square, a hidden oasis of style of Buchanan Street, is full of stylish designer boutiques like Kurt Geiger, Radley, Ted Baker, Vivienne Westwood and French Connection. If you've got time, Ingram Street stretches from Royal Exchange Square right through Merchant City and has become one of the city's most exclusive fashion areas. Ingram Street is lined with niche brands and leading designers like Cruise, Pretty Green, Ralph Lauren, Emporio Armani and Replay.
Boutiques & hidden gems
Merchant City is in the heart of Glasgow just minutes from one of Europe's busiest shopping destinations. The square is lively and packed full of culture and particularly known for its small shops selling comics, games and classic collectables.
The West End is the ultimate hipster hangout in Glasgow renowned for its vintage stores and bespoke shops including W2, Timorous Beasties and Nancy Smillie. Whilst you're in the West End, look out for Ashton Lane. The lane is a cobbled backstreet which is full of restaurants and bars and some small specialist shops off the beaten track.


text:
Would you like to leave your luggage for a while before or after your stay? No problem!
We have a luggage room where you can leave your suitcases, the luggage room is located on the 1st floor next to the stairs. The luggage room is opened and closed from the reception.
Valuable items can be stored at the reception.


text:
'Small but mighty': Newcomer Cruse unseats Ranzau on Sedgwick County Commission
Lacey Cruse, a hospice consultant and folk singer whose campaign poster proclaimed "No More Old White Guys," will be the only woman on the Sedgwick County Commission after unseating Republican incumbent Richard Ranzau on Tuesday.
Cruse led Ranzau throughout the evening, and final results showed her with about 55 percent of the vote in District 4, which stretches from central Wichita to the north and west.
"As a mother of two daughters, I want to feel like I have a seat at the table, and I want my daughters and other women in Sedgwick County to understand the potential that they have to change this county for the better," said Cruse, who became active in politics after the Women's March last year.
"We need representation at all levels of government. Why not start here? And if nobody's going to run for this seat, why not me? I just think it's important that we all band together and understand what we can do. We're small but mighty."
The last woman to serve on the Sedgwick County Commission was Gwen Welshimer, a Democrat who represented District 5 from 2006 to 2011.
Wichita City Council member Pete Meitzner, a Republican, edged out Democrat Renee Duxler, a first-time candidate, to win the District 1 seat being vacated by outgoing Commissioner David Unruh.
At a watch party at Central Standard Brewing, Duxler said she felt good about getting nearly 47 percent of the vote in her district, which includes central and east Wichita, Eastborough, Bel Aire and Kechi.
"Really I should have a snowball's chance in hell of making this race," Duxler said. "The fact that it is so close makes me feel really good about our campaign and the conversations that we started and the people that we got engaged."
In District 5, incumbent Republican Jim Howell held off Independent challenger Jim Skelton, winning his race by a 56-to-44-percent ratio.
The two new commissioners will join the board as some members are under investigation by the FBI for potential obstruction of justice based on possible whistleblower retaliation.
Meitzner said Tuesday that it's important for the County Commission to "win back the trust of the public."
He said he would need more information before deciding what to do about county personnel matters.
"We're in a very positive situation in this region. . . . We're all coming together to make this region a very productive and positive place," Meitzner said.
"We want to keep these young people here and have them come back. We've got a lot of good going on, and I hope we can accelerate that. I'm going to work hard on it."
Ranzau has been the most outspoken opponent of the board majority's ongoing investigation into the county's management, contending that it's a veiled effort to fire County Manager Michael Scholes for political reasons, and probably illegal. With fellow Commissioner Howell, he has boycotted closed-door meetings to move that investigation forward.
At a GOP watch party Tuesday, Ranzau said he was disappointed he lost but proud of his work on the commission.
"We work hard and we try to stand up for what's right, particularly in this climate and this environment, the things that have been going on," Ranzau said.
"I said several months ago that I would lose an election before I lose my soul," he said. "And I thought I did what was right."
Howell, who won re-election Tuesday in a district that includes southeast Wichita, Derby and Mulvane, has supported keeping Scholes in place and has said he's not a subject of the FBI investigation.
He said he thought his race would be close — at least in part because of voters' confusion and concern over the current turmoil — and was relieved by the final results.
"There's so many reasons why we need a good County Commission and good leadership in this county. Providing good services to this community is so important," Howell said.
"I'm just honored that they trust me for another term."
Cruse has said she supports the investigation into the county's management. She said she has heard complaints from several employees alleging "deplorable" working conditions, rampant sexism in leadership and "unreasonable demands and expectations" from commissioners.


text:
I was going to anyway, but I got to it quicker.
Also, I let my Mom drive it. I've never seen her smile because of a car, but I have now.
She then let out a bad Oppo idea about getting a used older generation one, and selling her car to save a little money. I shot that one down quick.


text:
Platinum Games found out about the delay of Anarchy Reigns the same way you did.
"First of all, we are done with all international versions of Anarchy Reigns. The delay is not due to further development on the game," tweeted producer, Atsushi Inaba.
"Today's Q1 2013 release news was the first we'd heard of it. Even if we wanted to, we can't comment as we're (still) in the dark officially," he added.
Sega announced the title's delay yesterday. Like many of the games demoed at this year's E3, it's being pushed back to the incredibly crowded first quarter 2013 release window. The Japanese version of the game, entitled Max Anarchy is still set to launch on July 5th. This is the second time the game's western release has been delayed.
So if the game is effectively finished, why on earth would Sega even consider pushing the game back to Q1 2013, where it will have to compete with a ton of top-tier titles including Tomb Raider and Bioshock Infinite? Inaba made it clear that no extra content was being added to the Western release.
Source: Twitter via GameIndustryBiz


text:
September 18, 2018
By Dr Sarah Katharina Kayß "Each nation steps into the future carrying the heritage of its own past. This past leaves its mark on the development of society, and on the way people think, including the way the military staff thinks." (Vladimir Rukavishnikov 2007, 24) The Study – the book In the … Continue reading "The Role of History in the British and German Army Officer Corps: Training, Attitudes and Identity"
February 19, 2018
By Dr Pablo de Orellana, King's College London Nationalism is back. In the last two years, nationalists have conquered the core of conventional politics in an electoral resurgence that has brought it back from the fringes. Its support, discourses and arguments draw on old logics but directly address grievances born out of global effects … Continue reading "This is the year of the nationalist reckoning"
January 25, 2018
By Dean Chen The Taiwan issue is concerned with the political status of Taiwan: whether it should reunify with Mainland China, declare independence as Republic of Taiwan, or maintain the status quo of being de facto independent but de jure remaining within the 'One China' framework. While mainstream perspectives focus on Taiwan's geopolitical significance and … Continue reading "Strife Series on National Perspectives in North-East Asian Rivalries, Part III – The Taiwan issue and mismatching identities: an ontological security perspective"
November 13, 2016
By: Anastasia Beck In only two years, France has suffered four terrorist attacks–two in Paris and one each in Nice and Rouen–in which 229 people died. The perpetrators of the Charlie Hebdo attacks, Cherif and Said and one of the perpetrators of the November attacks, Samy Amimour, had lived in the infamous suburbs of Paris … Continue reading "France's Greatest Security Challenge: The Identity Crisis"
July 6, 2016
By: Henry Redwood To say that it has been a bad couple of weeks to be English (or is it British, or European? I'm not sure anymore…) is an understatement. Violent and racist football supporters in France; racist abuse at home; intolerant and divisive politics in all political parties; "Brexit"; and lastly, losing a football match … Continue reading "Being English/ British/ European and the politics of difference"
October 23, 2014
By Joana Cook, Editor-in-Chief, Strife Today Canadians watched in horror as Ottawa was locked down when at least one gunman opened fire at the national Parliament, forcing politicians to barricade doors, journalists to dive for cover, all while streaming live across national and international media. When the dust settled, one reservist and one gunman lay dead … Continue reading "A reflection on Canadian identity in a moment of crisis"
April 7, 2013
By Tim Glawion All five of the most failed states in the world lie in Africa, calculates the Fund for Peace in its 2012 Index. Mali, as a case in point, has been failing for months now, the army even went as far as fleeing when the Islamist insurgency attacked them. Only mother France's troops … Continue reading "Failed, failing, failure – Is Africa disgracing our family?"
By Date:
By Categories:
By Tags:
Copyright © 2019 Strife Blog. All Rights Reserved.
Designed by Kris Chan


text:
My youngest son has the hardest time keeping track of his shoes. Mainly, because he takes them off whenever possible. He is a barefoot boy. Actually, I can relate.
The problem is that he is forever losing his shoes. For awhile I was purchasing new ones (cheap knock-off crocks, doncha know), but I decided I was going to stop doing that when I discovered that Carter had only four shoes left – one green shoe, one blue shoe, one orange shoe, and one black spiderman shoe. So, here I am, laying down the law:
Mom: "Carter, this has got to stop. You MUST take care of your shoes. I am not going to buy you anymore shoes this summer. You will have to wear the ones you have."
Carter: "Okay."
Carter is presently wearing one green crock on his left foot, and a black spiderman crock on his right foot. No problem, Mom.
When we were in the park for the Summer Solstice Festival on Saturday, a friend brought his shoes to me, commenting that she recognized them as Carter's when she saw them on the ground by the concession stand.
I am afraid that the lesson I was trying to teach him has gone over his head and instead the entire town now thinks I am too cheap to buy my kid decent shoes!


text:
Meat row divides Doon school
Examples are being cited to point out that educational institutions are sensitive to the religious beliefs of students.india Updated: May 25, 2006 02:32 IST
The recent controversy over whether to serve halal or jhatka meat in the dining halls of Doon School was just the beginning.
If headmaster Kanti Bajpai's note to Bhavdeep Sardana, the representative of the Uttaranchal school's Punjab chapter, is any indication, there are several requests that threaten to divide the school on communal lines.
With vegetarians demanding separate seating arrangements and food without onion, Bajpai has warned that the school's status will be in tatters if the status quo is not maintained. Bajpai wrote, "Muslim and Hindu boys want to wear religious ornamentation and some want to keep beards.... The school has not allowed this historically but there are those who claim that since Sikh boys can wear a turban or a kada, why can't they wear tika, beards and other religious signs?"
Even as Bajpai "fears chaos", some parents are enraged at what they call his condescending attitude. "Concession to wear turban, kada and grow beards?" asked Gurpreet Singh. Singh, who had brought up the issue of halal meat, is contemplating legal action, if the school does not relent.
Examples are being cited to point out that educational institutions are sensitive to the religious beliefs of students. In the UK, after a Sikh federation objected, primary schools identify dishes as halal and jhatka.
In Ajmer's Mayo College it is just jhatka meat. Principal Pramod Sharma said, "Schools should either serve both kinds of meat or inform parents what they are serving." Perhaps, Doon can chew it over.
First Published: May 25, 2006 02:32 IST


text:
Autocracy is growing in India
The point of the game was to build your "civilisation" up from the Stone Age to the Space Age, marshalling resources, building cities, establishing trade networks, developing new technologies, and, of course, conquering your enemies with brute force.
Periodically, the game would offer you the option of switching forms of government. Why not try feudalism or monarchy or, later on, constitutional monarchy or republicanism, capitalism or communism? My brother and I tended to stick to more bludgeoning political systems. We enjoyed waging war.
India is an outlier in the study in another way. The country scores high on the "Democracy Index", in the same tier as the United States, Italy, France, and Japan. But unique among these strongly democratic countries, Indians are most sceptical of their current political system. The Pew study claims that 76% of Indians are either "less committed" or "not committed" to representative democracy.
At the same time, over 80% of Indians "trust the national government to do what is right for the country." Together with the previous finding, that figure suggests an odd mix of fealty to the state and fatigue with the democratic process, the perfect ingredients for an authoritarian outcome.


text:
USD 150 nett per couple for a morning (includes breakfast) or afternoon flight (includes afternoon tea)
USD 200 nett per couple for evening flight (includes dinner)
- Duration: 7 – 10 minutes per flight
- This adventure is open for in-house as well as outside guests.
- Due to very limited availability, advance reservation is required.
For further enquiries or to make a booking, please contact +62 361 975 685 or email to [email protected].


text:
Page # 5
"I" is a feeling. It's a sensation. It is consciousness. How can we see consciousness? Question is one but it has many answers because "I" is a producer as well as director and actor. "I" is a story as well as words. Its shape is shapeless.
"I" is a universe, it's a country, it's a home but still its shapeless.
"I" is nature as well as seasons. Happiness, sorrow all are seasons. "I" is school as well as teacher and student. "I" is subject but when it becomes object then the journey to know "I" begins and hence starts the journey of religion. "I" meets object, weather family or country. Weather "I" goes to Church, Temple, Gurdwara or Mosque. These are all objects, though they are religious objects. Every object's subject is one i.e. "I". This means all these religions are expansion of some form of "I".
Every religion is also known as "Mat" i.e. knowledge, Akl or understanding.
Sikh "Mat" is the "Mat" of Baba Nanak. It is about how Guru Nanak saw and understood life, world, and universe. This action of describing, its sensation, the moments of those divine feelings, is how the capability to describe it was born, that capability is the "mat" of Guru Nanak. When "Mat" finds acceptability in society it becomes the process of the religion but not religion. Same is with Bible, Quran, Geeta, etc.
Religion means to be engrossed and imbibed in "I" or to know the character of "I" and then live with it; the pleasure obtained from it is religion.
When we reach that level then we will also describe that experience with our "Mat" or understanding. The interesting thing is that there will be no difference between the experience of Geeta, Quran and Bible. We will understand that only the way of describing the divine experience is different. This different way of description becomes different personalities. If we look deeply then we will understand that all these differences are the same which are created by the creator whom we call God.


text:
Feed on Posts or Comments
Music simon on 02 Jun 2009 10:56 pm
Yay. Its finally released.
This video makes me laugh. ;]
Comments (0)
Trackback This Post |
Subscribe to the comments through RSS Feed
Name (required)
Mail (will not be published) (required)
Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.
Email Address
Fragments of the Future © 2019 Simon Vin |ShadedGrey


text:
JAMES C. WADE, M.D.; BARBARA NEWTON, R.N.; NANCY FLOURNOY, Ph.D.; JOEL D. MEYERS, M.D.
Oral acyclovir was found to be safe and effective for the prevention of herpes simplex virus reactivation after marrow transplantation in a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Acyclovir or placebo was administered to 49 patients for 5 weeks beginning 1 week before transplantation: 5 of 24 patients receiving acyclovir developed herpes simplex virus infection during prophylaxis, compared to 17 of 25 patients receiving placebo (p < 0.01). The median time to first virus reactivation was significantly longer among patients receiving acyclovir (78 days versus 9 days after transplant, p = 0.006). The effect was even more pronounced when the analysis was adjusted for drug compliance: Among patients taking a minimum of 40% of their prescribed drug, acyclovir was 96% virologically effective and 100% clinically effective during the period of administration. Acyclovir use was also associated with significantly more rapid marrow engraftment in patients receiving methotrexate. No virus resistant to acyclovir was isolated. Oral acyclovir provides effective prophylaxis against reactivation of herpes simplex virus among severely immunosuppressed patients able to take orally administered drugs.
WADE JC, NEWTON B, FLOURNOY N, et al. Oral Acyclovir for Prevention of Herpes Simplex Virus Reactivation After Marrow Transplantation. Ann Intern Med. 1984;100:823–828. doi: 10.7326/0003-4819-100-6-823
Download citation file:
© 2019
Published: Ann Intern Med. 1984;100(6):823-828.
Hematology/Oncology, Infectious Disease.
Results provided by:
Copyright © 2019 American College of Physicians. All Rights Reserved.
Print ISSN: 0003-4819 | Online ISSN: 1539-3704
Privacy Policy
Conditions of Use


text:
So you bought a home a long time ago and now, for whatever reason, you're thinking about selling it and wondering what's involved. You're wondering how much of a hassle it's going to be (stress and time) and how much it's going to cost you to sell it. That's right, even though you are selling, there is a cost. The higher that cost is, the more it will eat into your profit.
Below are a few of the costs that could go into selling your house.
Although commissions can sometimes be negotiated, they usually range from 6 to 10%. That's right, I know one agent in Massachusetts that charges 10% to sell your house. Let's say you find a normal one and only have to pay 6% commission. As of February 2017, the average house in Massachusetts is selling for $365,000. If you had that average house selling for that, you would right away hand over $21,900 to the realtor. That alone is why some people try selling their house without an agent. You have to weigh all the factors and I'm not going to get into whether or not that is a good idea with this post.
You might have been putting off doing some work on the house and would need to get certain things done if you want to sell it. Some repairs might be minor, some might be major and costly. At the very least, you should do some minor "fix up" things such as painting, changing cabinet knobs, fixing leaky faucets, tightening things, de-cluttering and cleaning, minor landscaping. If there are major repairs to do, you could always try offering a discount for it instead of doing the repair. Sometimes it's better to just fix it, sometimes it's better to wait and see if the buyer notices; it all depends on what it is and how major it is. I think a good average to plan for can run anywhere from $1,000 to $20,000, depending on the extent of the repairs and value of the property.
This may vary depending on the type of loan, the bank, and the loan amount. Some mortgages have a prepayment penalty, some will have prorated interest until the closing day.
Any neighborhood fees such as HOA or transfer taxes.
Capital gains taxes if you make a profit by selling your home. Currently, long term capital gains depend on your tax bracket, but usually range from 15 to 20%. So IF you made a profit of $100,000 after all these expenses mentioned, you would be giving $20,000 of that back to the IRS for taxes. Besides gains tax, you may also have to pay property taxes, depending on when you sell.
A home warranty for potential buyers is an optional expense, but sometimes helps sell a house. If you get one, that could add another $500 to the selling cost.
You may need a termite inspection and fix, fire inspection and new alarms, and things like that.
You may have to pay some or all of the closing costs, depending on the negotiation.
There's moving and/or cleanout costs, which will depend on how much stuff you have, how much you want to keep, and how far you have to move it.
There's the costs of purchasing a new home or even renting if you have to pay first and last month's rent, a security deposit, application fee, HOA fees, etc.
To sum it all up, the average cost to sell a house is usually between 30% to 50% when you factor in everything. That means after all that trouble, all that time, all that hassle and headache, and phone calls, and cleaning, and repairing, and taxes, you're only going to end up with half the amount. Is it really worth it?
That's why real estate investors like Ty Team Holdings have become so popular. Ty Team Holdings can take a lot of the hassle, stress, and time out of selling your house. You may not get the full amount for your house that a realtor would list it for, but there's no guarantee that you would get that amount anyway, it's just a listed amount and a hope. You might actually get more using Ty Team Holdings than what you would get after all the typical costs.
If you sell your house to a real estate company such as Ty Team Holdings, you would get a price that you would be happy with and a quicker, stress free closing. That's right, you can close on your schedule, whenever you want and GET CASH within days.
WE BUY HOUSE with NO FEES.
Sell your house with NO STRESS. It's a whole new way of selling your house.
Sell your house with no costs, commissions, fees, or taxes mentioned above.
We pay cash for your house that you need fast.
There is no need to repair or clean anything.
We'll buy your house just like it is.
You can even leave whatever stuff you don't want anymore.
Just move what you want, and leave the rest behind with your stress.
To sum up your solution: You will get a price you are happy with for your house without fixing or cleaning anything (or you don't have to sell it). You get cash – and fast. You pick when to close – and WE pay all the closing costs. You move only what you want and leave anything else, including all your trash. If you want, we could even help you move.
If this sounds like an interesting solution to you, CONTACT US now to find out more.
Call 978-206-1074 or Email mail (at) tyteamholdings.com.
8/8/2017 05:52:01 am
Do you really understand what your real estate agent's obligation to you is? Have you ever wondered: "Just who does this real estate agent represent?" You may be surprised to find out...
Leave a Reply.
Ty Dubrell
All blog posts written by Ty unless specified otherwise.
September 2017


text:
we stole this idea/
It was 2007-ish, and I was sitting at the bar in our town, having big conversations with friends and listening to my now-husband play his weekly solo gig while the smell of beer and cigarettes soaked into my hair. Someone down the bar was talking. I didn't need to turn around to know who it was. I heard that voice every week in the same place at the same time. It was our friend RB. It was his night out--Thursday night--and every week, he spent it at a bar called the James Joyce.
RB's wife also spent one night a week at the Joyce. Her night was Tuesday, I think.
They had a very small child at home at the time, and I didn't think much about it other than to muse that it was sort of odd to take a night out every week to go to the same place--but not at the same time.
Years later, when our daughter was about 3, I'm pretty sure it was my husband who remembered it and put it on the table as a possibility for us. And then I mostly thought what a brilliant idea it was.
We've been on the Tuesday-for-me/Thursday-for-him plan for three years now. Sometimes we go to the same place; sometimes we don't. Sometimes one or the other of us lets work overflow into that time; most of the time we don't. Sometimes I have a plan with a friend or meet with a creative group; sometimes I just wander the aisles of Target taking my sweet sweet time picking stuff up and putting it back down again.
We switch nights when we need to, and sometimes you just miss your night because it's the night before your kid starts first grade. But mostly, it happens.
And every week, it's nice to know that Tuesday evening is there for me. Just me.
We stole that idea from our friends. You can steal it from us if you want to.
I love you. And sometimes, we just want to be alone.


text:
Author(s): Anabel Hernandez, Roberto Saviano
The product of five years of investigative reporting, the subject of intense national controversy, and the source of death threats that forced the National Human Rights Commission to assign two full-time bodyguards to Anabel Herna�ndez, Narcoland has been a publishing and political sensation in Mexico. The definitive history and anatomy of the drug cartels and the "war on drugs" that has cost more than 50,000 lives in just five years, the book explains in riveting detail how Mexico became a base for the mega- cartels of Latin America and one of the most violent places on the planet. At every turn, Herna�ndez names names - not just the narcos, but also the politicians, functionaries, judges and entrepreneurs who have collaborated with them. In doing so, she reveals the stunning corruption of Mexico's government and business elite. Herna�ndez became a journalist after her father was kidnapped and killed and the police refused to investigate without a bribe. She gained prominence in 2001 with her exposure of pharaonic spending at the presidential palace. Her previous books have also focused on corruption at the summit of power, under presidents Vicente Fox and Felipe Caldero�n.
In this brave work, the author argues that since the presidency of Gustavo D az Ordaz (1964-1970), all of Mexico's rulers have maintained close relations with groups that import, export, and sell illegal drugs.
ANABEL HERNANDEZ is one of Mexico's leading investigative journalists. She has worked on national dailies including Reforma, Milenio, El Universal and its investigative supplement La Revista (now emeequis). She currently contributes to the online news site Reporte Indigo. Her previous books include La familia presidencial, Fin de fiesta en los pinos, and Los co�mplices del presidente.


text:
Leanna Goodwater
Humanities Librarian, University Library
- University Library
- 1(408) 554-5434
Mailing address
- Santa Clara University
University Library
500 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95053
Learning Commons and Library
Leanna is the Humanities Subject Specialist and a Reference Librarian at the University Library. In addition to providing general assistance to all at the library's Help Desk, she is responsible for specialized reference and instruction, and for developing the Library's collection, in support of the University's programs in Art & Art History, Classics, English, Music, Philosophy, Theatre & Dance, and for the Arabic, Chinese, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish programs in Modern Languages.
Contact Leanna Goodwater
My Address Book


text:
Cyberpunk 2077 Dev Talks Multiplayer, Microtransactions, Next-Gen, Switch Port Possibility, No Australian Censorship
Blizzard President Releases Statement On Hong Kong Protest Controversy
Want us to remember this setting for all your devices?
Sign up or Sign in now!
By clicking 'enter', you agree to GameSpot's
Terms of Use and
Privacy Policy
Get the latest news and videos for this game daily, no spam, no fuss.
We'll begin emailing you updates about %gameName%.
Follow League of Legends for up to date news and exclusive videos!
By Travis Gafford on February 1, 2016 at 6:32PM PST


text:
Top picked sites to visit during you stay in Hong Kong For ABGT 300
Vibrant, cosmopolitan, and truly iconic, Hong Kong is a city like no other. Described by the Hong Kong tourism board as a "kaleidoscope of life, a sophisticated fusion of East and West, and a city of diversity where new and old meet at every turn." This description sums up the spirit of this iconic city. With exploration on every turn, and a skyline to rival most cities in the world this densely populated city will capture a piece of your heart. Browsing catalogs of stupendous pictures on the net it's easy to see why Above & Beyond selected it as the destination for their "ABGT 300" celebrations.
Traveling goes hand in hand with exploring, and exploring and all explorations need an accompanying playlist to add some flair. We give you our "Anjuna" playlist to accompany you on your explorations through Hong Kong.
Mong Kok
Hidden among the towers and high-end malls Mong Kok is filled with streets of neon signs. The Mong Kong is one of the bustling areas on the western part of the Kowloon side and is home to the effervescent markets which are best to visit after dark. Stroll the grimy streets of Mong Kok and take your taste buds on a trip with street food while listening to Above & Beyond – Blackroom Boy
Victoria Peak
Victoria Peak gives you one of the best views over the sparkling waters and french fry skyscrapers of Hong Kong. Head to the peak to watch the sunset while the city lights bounce over the water below while listening to Xinobi – Far Away Place (Jody Wisternott and James Grant Mix)
Hop on to the Star Ferry
One of the best ways to cross over Victoria Harbour is by hopping on the star ferry. It also provides you with 360 views of the city's dazzling skyline. Gaze out at the city from the water and give true meaning to the lyrics " Underneath the diamond dancing lights", while listening to Ocean Lab – Sirens of The Sea
Yick Fat Building
No trip would be complete without getting the right Instagram picture. Take a trip to Yick Fat Building located in the CBD. Iconic for being featured in numerous movies Yick Fat will add clout to your Instagram profile. Be a real Instagram pro and considering adding visits to Choi Hung Estate and Lai Tak Tsuen while listening to Way Out West – Oceans.
A Symphony of Lights
Making Victoria Harbour come alive every night this light show has been recognised as one of the finest in the world. It has become the signature icon for Hong Kong, showcasing the vibrancy and glamorous night vista of the city. Take it all in while listening to Eli & Fur – Night Blooming Jasmine ( Rodriguez Jr Remix)
With all this said, of course, the main event still continues to remain the big celebration in Hong Kong. If you haven't grabbed your tickets yet, get yours here
Get your tickets for the official afterparty here
Written by Yasmin Dangor
View Comments
Paul Van Dyk and Plumb are back to strike magic with "Music Rescues Me"
'Music Rescues Me' is the single trailblazer for Paul van Dyk's Fall-released, ninth...


text:
1218 Irvine Blvd, Tustin, California 92780
Located in a prime location by the busy intersection of Irvine Boulevard and Newport Avenue. The power center big names such as Smart&Final, Petco, Michael's and Cafe Rio restaurant. * Close to the 5 and 55 Freeways * Great Visibility * Ample parking * 5 minutes away from the Tustin Market Place and Irvine Market Place.
For leasing information call Leanna De Los Reyes today at 949.403.7575,
There are 39 professionals at this location


text:
our food
Simple. Fun. Memorable. Inspiring. Local. Quality. Good.
At Eatery 66 we serve up food with a home-style flavor that is an eclectic mix of old school savor meets modern world taste buds. Our food speaks to our lifestyle in which we desire healthy, quality food that tastes delicious and is simple, casual and fun to eat. We are proud to offer locally sourced products and artisanal crafted food and drinks. We love to buy local not only because it supports our farmers and community but by sourcing our food locally and seasonally, we are creating better tasting and fresher meals where the high quality ingredients speak for themselves.
When we sit down and share food we are building stronger families, stronger friendships and stronger communities where food is the heart of life and living. Come and join us at Eatery 66 and share with us our unique and wonderful community inspired venue.
LUNCH HOURS START SUNDAY JUNE 2nd!!!!
open 11:30 am to 2:30 pm - Thursday to tuesday
OPEN 5:00 pm to 8:30pm - Thursday to Monday
closed Tuesday night and all day Wednesday
No need for reservations, just come in and take a seat! For TO GO orders, please call (970) 626-5901.
Our Roots
Their story and journey begins in the beautiful city of Charleston where Spencer was completing his years at The Culinary Institute of Charleston and Katie at the College of Charleston. After graduation, they moved to the opposite coast to San Diego where Spencer worked at some of the top restaurants in the city including Laurel and The Wine Cellar and Brasserie under Chef Jason Schaeffer. From San Diego they moved to Telluride, Colorado where he worked at the acclaimed Allred's, as sous chef of La Marmotte and then helped open The New Sheridan Chop House as Executive Sous Chef.
Our menu will vary and develop with creative inspiration, seasonal tides, local availability and our community's desires. We offer daily specials that allow for variety in our menu and provide a creative and unique experience everyday.
Almost all of our menu is created in house and from scratch which allows for the transformation of the simplest of meals to the most extraordinary. We love reinventing memories- taking food and bringing you to the place in time that evokes nostalgia and a smile. Simple food, from simple ingredients made with love .
Be Good. Live Simple. Eat Well.
local meals
made with heart by Chef Spencer Graves
Located at the heart of Ridgway, our new location offers the perfect venue year round. Summer months can be spent on our mountain view patio with our 1966 Airstream Bar serving up cold drinks, authentic Mexican tacos and smoothies. Listen to live music, play a round of corn hole or grab a quick and healthy meal on the go. During winter months, join us by the fire as we serve up comfort food to warm your heart and belly in a tastefully decorated and cozy atmosphere. Anytime of the year, enjoy our full service bar with 8 craft Colorado beers on tap and specialty cocktails that are unique and hand crafted to complete your experience.
stay a while
Colorado craft beers + hand-crafted specialty cocktails
from simple to elegant - our catering fits any desire
From Simple to Elegant, Our Catering Fits Any Desire
With Eatery 66 Chef Services, we are proud to offer an eclectic and wide range of services for any and all of your catering needs. Whether it is your special wedding day, a five star private dinner in your home, a work office lunch party or a fun and funky party at our space, we are excited to make your visions come to life!


text:
5 reasons why your email list is so important.
This post is sponsored by Constant Contact.
Starting my blog in 2017 I never thought about how important an email list can be. Especially weekly newsletters. When I started to buckle down to grow my blog I immediately put my email list on the back burner. I focused on social shares. It only gets you so far! Once I started to work less on social shares I noticed a decrease in traffic, which meant I wasn't holding onto organic traffic. Social media is great and is a huge part of blogging but what happens if Instagram or Facebook shut down for good one day? What's next?! Having an email list in place is so important for you as a brand & a great way to connect with your reads and keep their interest. Constant Contact is my emailing software of choice. Sure if you become a daily newsletter emailer it can be overwhelming for someone's inbox but they can easily it unsubscribe. Keep your readers but don't be overwhelming their inbox.
Here are 5 reasons why your email list is so important.
1. Stay in contact with your audience
Emails have the ability to keep your customers informed. Consumers are capable of checking their email when it is convenient for them. It can give them a feeling that you are thinking of them. This email can be as simple as saying: "Hi, you're on our mind, here is a special offer!" or "Here is an update on what has been going on here in recent weeks." Those that have signed up to your email list have already made a commitment to receive these notes. So they will likely enjoy these emails (as long as you give them something worth reading) and it will boost engagement with your audience or customers.
Using Constant Contact you have over 100+ templates you can choose from to make your newsletters pop & stand out in the crowded email inbox. Not to mention they are all mobile optimized and easy to customize to your brand.
2. Reach your audience in real-time
More and more people are using their mobile devices to access not only emails but all other types of media and information. Not only that, well-designed emails produce higher conversion rates on mobile than any other medium. Hit 'em on the go! With using Constant Contact you can track your success with real-time reporting & analytics, so you know who's opening what and which emails work best for you and your brand.
3. People engage with emails
For a long time now, over 40 years.. Actually. Longer than I have been alive.. Email has been a form of communication. As the years have gone by, email has fast become one of our main choices of communication. We have all been groomed to reply to an email in some fashion. Whether it is to reply, to forward, click through to something else embedded within the email, delete, or to buy something, or to sign up. We tend to do something with the email. Knowing this, you can use email to drive people to your website, to pick up the phone and call or any other call to action. In fact, over 25 percent of sales last year were attributed to email marketing. I can even say in my day-to-day job as a legal secretary our main form of communication is email. Constant Contact
they have made it easier for you to send emails that engage your customers on every device. No coding or stress necessary.
4. Email marketing is easy to measure
Most email marketing tools offer the ability to track what happens after you have sent out your email campaign. You can track delivery rates, bounce rates, unsubscribe rates, click through rates, and open rates. This gives you a better understanding of how your email campaigns are working, which ones to tweak or which ones to get rid of altogether. These metrics should not be ignored. They are an important part of your internet marketing campaign as a whole. Constant Contact has a couple marketing features such as Social Media and Event Marketing.
However, sending too many emails to consumers who don't want more than one a week will see your unsubscribe rate increase. It's all about knowing your customers and providing valuable content. like I said above in my opening of this post
5. It's affordable
This the doozy. Constant Contact is AFFORDABLE! WOOO! You can reach a large number of your audience or consumer for less than pennies per message. The cost per (possible) conversion is so low with email marketing, I cannot believe every company does not participate, or engage more often. Constant Contact offers you a 60-day trial.. 60 DAYS!
So that being said like their slogan, No commitments. No risk. No Credit Card Required. Constant Contact does not believe in tying you to a long-term contract. You can cancel at any time, without fear of hidden fees or penalties.
So, yes, it's worth it. Especially for all the features, customizing. You can check out your pricing options here.
So remember, social media isn't the only platform that helps a blog or company's brand awareness. Possessing a customer or prospect's email address means one thing: they showed a level of interest in you or your brand. Email marketing gives you the ability to increase that interest level, that brand awareness, by staying top of mind. It's also very timely. One of the many benefits of email marketing is it can be your saving grace when it comes to your subscriber list or consumer list. Once you begin a blog and name it. You are a brand. You are YOUR brand.
Ready to take your email marketing to the next level? Sign up with Constant Contact!
No Credit Card Required.


text:
We'd love to say hi. You can find us here:
- facebook.com/workofmyhands
- instagram: @racheleva @shawnmichaelmichael @texturestudy
- pinterest.com/theracheleva
- twitter: @racheleva @shawnvanmichael
Sign up here to subscribe to the BLOG via email. You'll be notified each time we post the latest news.
Sign up here to be added to our newsletter for infrequent but relevant info.


text:
My coworker/friend sent me a link to Ayana's website and I must say, SHE IS FABULOUS! Thanks Krissy! Seriously #FixMyLifeAyana
Check out her free download A Guide to Gratitude here.
Check her out online here.
She also hosts events in the DMV area with one coming up on 2/18. I'll be out of town, but will definitely catch the next event.


text:
I was coasting around some Facebook cosplay groups today, and happened upon a page called Henchmen Studios. Sorting through some of their latest cosplays, I discovered a World of Warcraft one where Bubbles Cosplay and Snowdinson Cosplay were dressed as Alleria Windrunner and High Exarch Turalyon respectively.
Besides the fact that these suits are absolutely amazing, I discovered that Henchmen Studios had consulted with Blizzard to construct these beautiful sets of armor. Ten people worked a month to complete them, hand-crafting them before applying urethane resin, epoxy, and fiberglass. They even have a video showing how it was made.
This is an amazing achievement and I only wish they had taken a few more shots for us to enjoy. This is one of the most spectacular cosplay suits I have seen, barring the Tomb Raider one I posted about recently. Did you see those Alleria eyes?? So stunning, yet terrifying at the same time. Imagine you walked up to her at a cosplay event with those eyes staring right into your soul.
I also half wonder what they do with these suits when they are done parading for shoots and events. Walk into a bar and start a fight with an orcish bloke? What did you think of the suits? If you could have Blizzard design a cosplay suit for you, which would you go for? (Ultimate mage suit from Diablo 3 for me). Let me know your thoughts in the comments.


text:
My Everyday Carry
submitted by Owen
Mixed work EDC - 6P (Cree LED conv.) and Greco custom folder (in it's pigskin sheath) are kept in my bag. Card holder and iphone you've seen before, I've slimmed down the keyring and added an Exotac nano striker. Al Mar Hawk ultralight, Fisher Spacepen, and Ti-Card are all held in the other sheath and into the front pocket. Work watch is not present and I've got a jetbeam on the way to try out. Love the blog, cheers, Owen.
Editor's Note: Excellent gear and nice backup pairings as well. Beautiful knives and that front pocket combo sheath looks great, especially considering how it can securely store and slim down items of such different weights and shapes. Good work, keep it up and thanks for sharing~


text:
Kilrush is at the centre of the rich and diverse coastal landscape of the West Clare Peninsula that offers the cleanest air in Europe. It is set in an unforgettable seascape featuring the lordly River Shannon, the islands of Hog and Scattery and the picturesque village of Cappa. The designation of Kilrush as a Heritage town recognises its legacy as a landlord estate town with a rich maritime tradition.
Beautiful beaches and an unspoilt natural environment surround the area. There is a treasure chest of exciting activities for both the visitor and residents alike.


text:
School of Nursing, Health Sciences and Public Services
Do you enjoy caring for or helping others? Would you like to use your skills serving the public and creating a safer community? The programs in the School of Nursing, Health Sciences and Public Services will teach you real-world skills so you can positively impact your neighborhood, your state, your nation or the whole world. These pathways support your desire to serve others and improve health disparities and community inequities.
Choose to pursue a certificate, diploma, degree or to transfer to a four-year college or university as you focus on any one of an array of occupations ranging from health-related fields to public policy.
Undecided on a major? Try our exploratory majors
Ask your advisor or our admissions staff about our new exploratory majors that allow you to begin making progress toward your educational goals even if you haven't yet figured out which academic program you want to pursue.


text:
chocolate cake (gluten free) and best friend
Our best friend flew into town yesterday for less then twenty four hours. She wanted to meet the smallest short person for the first time. Nirinjan works on movies. I could say everyday because I know she does not take any time for herself but it is the way she likes to tell stories. These may not be her stories to tell yet but someday they will be. She likes the learning process.
But this does mean that she had to make the time to come see the Smallest Short Person. And she did. We had a lovely time of conversation, laughter, food, and sleep. I actually thought I would be posting today about more beans because I was going to continue the thoughts from yesterday. But this is really the same thing. Sharing home cooked food with those you love. Feeding the soul as well as the tummy. There was a lot of feeding the soul in less the twenty four hours. We miss her already.
Today, we had a simple dinner of leftover risotto, chai, and chocolate cake. I guess I have a lot of recipes here to share but today I am going to share the chocolate cake. To die for. I picked up the cookbook Home Cooking with Jean-Georges from the library. It was recommended in the nytimes.com. I liked a lot of the ideas but there was only one I wished to try. It was this chocolate cake. I did make it gluten free. Oh, by the way, I made this cake before dinner and two hours afterwards, it was all gone. Really!
Chocolate Cake
Adapted from Home Cooking with Jean-Georges. I realized I adapted it more then I thought!
4 tablespoons butter
3 eggs, separated
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
3 ounces bittersweet chocolate
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup almond flour
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter a 8 or 9 inch springform pan.
Whisk the egg whites with the granulated sugar until medium-stiff peaks form.
Melt the chocolate and butter together. Beat in one egg yolk. Beat in the remaining yolks. Then beat in the confectioners sugar and almond flour.
Add a third of the whipped egg whites and beat well to loosen the chocolate mixture. Gently fold in the remaining whites until just combined. Pour int othe prepared pand and gently spread evenly.
Bake until puffed and knife comes out clean, 17 minutes.
Gently remove from pan after ten minutes of cooling.
Yes, this is a very thin cake but it is lovely. It has a bit of a brownie texture but it is a wonderful cake. We started plotting how we could use it in a layer cake or a groom's cake (no one is getting married).
My Beloved used to think my vanilla cake was the best. He is really not a chocolate person unless it is VERY good chocolate. He says I need to make the vanilla cake again. Then the chocolate. Then the spice. Again and again until he can decide which is his favorite.
I think I see a trend here..... giggle


text:
WCMp Plugin
Setting up – Managing Vendors for WCMp
WCMp PDF Invoice
WCMp Vendor Vacation
WCMp Vendor Membership
WooCommerce Catalog Enquiry Pro (WCMp)
WCMp Advanced Product Type
WCMp Seller Verification
WCMp Frontend Manager
WCMp Vendor Product Import Export
WCMp Vendor Frontend Reports
WCMp Vendor Stock Alert
WCMp Vendor SEO and Analytics
WCMp Paypal Adaptive Payment Gateway
WCMp Stripe Marketplace
You need to have users with "vendors" role for the WCMp plugin to work.
New vendors may be added/created in 3 ways:
- Add a new user and assign Vendor role to that user.
- Assigns "vendor" role to existing user.
- Allow users to sign up as Vendors.
In case you allow users to sign up as vendors, you can also choose whether to manually approve all vendor applicants, or allow them to be vendors automatically.
How to assign "Vendor" role to existing users
Go to – Users > All Users
Select the users you want to assign vendor roles to. Change their roles to "Vendor".
How to allow users to sign up as vendors
Before you can allow users to register as vendors, you have to ensure that your WordPress and WooCommerce instance allows users to register.
Go to – Settings>General>membership – and enable "Anyone can register"
Go to – WCMp > Settings > General
Check "Approve Vendors Manually". Marking this box unchecked will mean all vendor applications will be auto-approved.


text:
Join us on a night in April for this exciting annual event to help frogs and salamanders get safely across Range Road from the Rines Forest as they awaken from winter and migrate to CCLT's Frog Pond and Salamander Swamp to mate and lay eggs.
One of the first true signs of spring is the sound of frogs. The sights and sounds of these vibrant wetlands are one of the greatest spectacles in Maine's natural world. We have a vital breeding habit in Cumberland at the CCLT Frog Pond and Salamander Swamp, but we need participants to help the frogs and salamanders safely travel from the Rines Forest across Range Road!
Date: To be determined by the frogs! Since we must wait for nature to tell us when this is going to happen, please RSVP with your interest and we will provide updates as the conditions get closer and on the night the migration begins! The frog activity should occur on a rainy evening in April when temperatures are around 45-50 degrees and the ice has melted on the pond.
What to Bring: Children are encouraged! Pets are not. Boots and headlamps/flashlights/reflective gear are recommended.
Directions & Parking: To avoid driving over the frogs and salamanders crossing the road to the Pond, please park either on Idlewood Drive (GPS: 29 Idlewood Dr, Cumberland) or at the Rines Forest Trailhead (Across from 130 Range Rd. Cumberland), depending on from which direction you arrive. The Cumberland Police Department will put up cones in the area of the migration, so park before reaching the cones.
Follow the CCLT Facebook page for additional updates and information or Email Us with specific questions. Check out the CCLT Instagram page for photos after the event and tag your own photos from the Big Night to #ccltfrogpond.


text:
Assist in the administration of day-to-day athletic ticket sales and operations, including oversight of the Alumni Hall ticket office. Work as part of the external relations team in achieving or exceeding departmental review and attendance goals. Responsible for compliance with all College and NCAA policies and procedures.
Essential Duties:
1. Oversee the secondary ticket office located in Alumni Hall, assuring consistent service and operations. Assist in the training and management of two Graduate Assistants and six to eight student workers to ensure consistent daily operations and the highest level of customer service. Hire, train, and schedule student game day workers. Provide support to the front line customer service staff in resolving customer issues and escalating as necessary.
2. Serve as liaison for development and ticketing initiatives to ensure streamlined efforts between staff members. Collaborate with the Assistant Athletic Directors and the Sr. Associate Athletic Director to provide the highest level of service for season ticket holders and donors. Ensure ticket and marketing staff are fully knowledgeable about fundraising initiatives and that the development staff are up-to-date on ticket/marketing sales and policies.
3. Implement setup and operations for season, mini-plan, and single game ticket sales in assigned ticketed sports under the direction of the supervisor. Work with outbound sales team to determine the number of seats that need to be held for group sales and special packages, marketing to determine holds for kids clubs and other fan engagement initiatives, and campus partners to make seats available for special events. Approve design of season ticket materials and work with the ticket printing companies to ensure proper printing and timely delivery. Use available reports and the direction of the supervisor to stay on track towards meeting revenue and attendance goals.
4. Reconcile daily and monthly sales reports to ensure that deposits to the College general ledger are being made correctly. Maintain reports on credit card deposits, cash and check deposits, and other miscellaneous general ledger entries. Participate in PCI compliance audits with the College and ensure updated policies and procedures are adopted to maintain compliance.
5. Serve as game day and on-site manager for ticket operations and sales for women's basketball, as well as men's soccer and men's lacrosse. Assist with game day management of men's basketball and men's ice hockey. Coordinate with team operations personnel and the Associate AD for Compliance to ensure that all NCAA ticket-related policies are being communicated and enforced. Ensure proper staffing at all games.
6. Coordinate with host venue/teams where Providence is not the home team or home venue, including post-season tournaments and events, to manage and allocate ticket inventory based on department policy. Act as point-of-contact with visiting teams to ensure ticket needs are met and invoices are sent. Work with supervisor to manage inventory, communicate with department and campus groups to allocate available tickets and to ensure compliance with tournament or event specific protocols for ticket distribution.
Marginal Duties:
Perform all other duties as may be required.
Education and Experience Required
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution required• Two to three years' experience working in a college or professional athletic environment• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word or similar programs• Previous ticketing, sales, or fundraising experience preferred• Previous ticketing, sales, or fundraising experience preferred
Physical Demands
• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time• Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard• Communication skills using the spoken word• Ability to see within normal parameters• Ability to hear within normal range• Ability to move about


text:
We were four days into a five day journey and at the highest peak of the trip. We'd fearlessly overcome the fatigue and blisters that always accompany an initial backpacking voyage and felt like hardened warriors. While we were no strangers to camping, hauling our stuff over mountains and streams was new territory for us five teenage girls on a mission to conquer the world, or at least the Presidential Mountain Range of New Hampshire.
The top of Mount Washington looked beautiful that warm breezy, summer day. The sweat stains on our shirts only amplified the pride we felt having ascended the mountain on our own. Throngs of tourists crowded the peak and jostled to get in line for a bumper sticker that proudly read, "This car climbed Mt. Washington." We joked about buying one and replacing the word 'car' with 'girl' and sticking it on our packs. We laughed and took pictures and talked to a few strangers before settling in and consulting the map for our next leg of the journey back home. It didn't take us long to figure out we had another eight miles to go before we hit the closest lean-to camping spot. Our hearts sank and our knees buckled. We did all we could not to cry right then and there. Looking at each other, and then around the parking lot, we came to a decision: We would hitchhike down the mountain. However, we really didn't want to get murdered, so we decided we couldn't split up. But who in their right mind was going to offer a ride to five smelly, exhausted teenage girls with five ridiculously cumbersome packs? The hunt was on.
I'm not sure if it was our awkwardly angled thumbs or just how pathetic and lost we all looked hanging out on the curb that made the man and his young son stop and ask if we needed a ride. His huge truck was the only vehicle in the vicinity that even resembled anything all five of us plus packs could fit into at once. We were actually saved! And the driver had no plans to murder us! So with that, we suddenly became five girls who'd climbed Mt. Washington AND been hitchhiking. Done and Done.
I'm still learning not to be afraid of checking hard things off my bucket list. It's a work in progress, but every year it gets a little less painful to step outside my comfort zone and try something new.
Gurley exists to inspire girls to be confident and challenge the status quo; get out and be courageous! Just try not to get murdered while you're at it.


text:
TNT Self Storage Management takes pride in our exclusivity to the self storage industry
We stay focused, involved and informed. We are the experts and committed to maintaining out expertise. With years of hands-on experience, TNT understands the requirements necessary to successfully manage self-storage properties. From day to day operations, to sales and marketing, to financial reporting we provide all the services required to operate your facility. Our program is straight forward and easy to understand. Our program is designed to maximize your bottom line PERIOD while improving profitability. There are no hidden costs or fees. TNT's monthly property management fee is clearly spelled out and agreed to in advance. As active members of the SSSA (Self Service Storage Association) and the ISSA (Inside Self Storage Association) we stay informed and involved. The Storage Operators Network keeps us informed and up to date on the "leading edge" of both management and legislation affecting our industry and your business. You an count on us! All calls are returned in a timely manner and resolve an issues immediately. WE ARE ALWAYS AVAILABLE WHEN NEEDED.


text:
When thinking about the best choice for purchasing your cleaning supplies, it's often easy to go with the most convenient options rather than looking at is what is best for the earth, the community, and YOU. Alyssa Cherry of Fillaree shows us that sustainable can be convenient...and smell really good too.Read More
Composting gives us the power to feed our plants and soils with the nutrients made in our own backyards and keeps landfill growth at bay. So...why wouldn't you want to?Read More
Here are a few tips to help you save money on that energy bill, keep your clothes lasting longer, and protect our water supply from harsh chemicals and toxins.Read More
Indio's defacto slogan is Presents for the People and you can see, in the thoughtful variety of price ranges, aesthetics, and uses, that this really is a place with something for everyone, which our quickly growing Durham needs more of.Read More
Since trying the e cloth Mop, cleaning and sanitizing my floor now has a place in my heart -- complete floor cleaning, from debris pick up to sanitation, in one movement.Read More
"If you're anything like me, you've been desperately seeking deodorant. I have spent years oscillating between the terribly toxic over-the-counter stuff filled with aluminum, and the ernest but historically much less effective natural stuff..."Read More
So the question in my mind persists: why then, if our natural world has created something so harmoniously perfect for the human condition, do we insist on trying to control it?Read More


text:
Hudson Spider Redback
The Hudson spider is an 8-limbed transforming LED array; a go-to high-end LED source for cinematographers. It's very bright with a 400w power output, and is a perfect large soft source light for commercials or feature films. The spider can extend up to 6ft, but when packed down is lightweight and compact so easy to travel with. You can additionally add a soft box with diffusion to create a large soft fill light. Easy to configure and is designed to be as solid and durable as possible. You can power the light on mains, or with V-Locks at a reduced output of 200w.
The Hudson spider is Dimmable and bi-colour with a CRI rating of 95+
More info:
Total LED's 3,456
Lumens 15280
Colour range 2600 K to 6500 K
Dimming range 0 – 100%
Colour rating 95+ CRI
Photo Gallery: https://www.hudsonspider.com/new-page/
If you need more led options, try our Dedo kit


text:
Apple seems set to increase its share of the PC market while maintaining its iPod-led music player dominance, according to Piper Jaffray analyst, Gene Munster.
Munster believes Apple is on target to shift one million more than the NPD-predicted 9.5 million iPods during its current June quarter - that's slightly under Wall Street expectations (9.8 million) but more than the 8.1 million iPods sold in the same quarter last year. Munster thinks Apple will sell 10.5 million iPods.
Munster also advised investors to hold steady as Apple prepares for June's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), where he expects Apple to release a new MacBook Pro, possibly toting an all-new and environmentally friendly LED screen. He also predicts a new-breed iMac for June debut.
He predicts Apple will continue to make marketshare gains: "We expect further worldwide Mac market share gains toward 3 per cent (up from 2.6 per cent in calendar Q107). Driven by strong education and back-to-school sales in the quarter, and the industry trend toward laptops".


text:
Please click on the icons above to get more information on that activity.
OUT THERE Affiliates
They provide support, education and resources to foster a proud, resilient and diverse LGBT2SQ+ community. For youth, for adults, for newcomers, for families for 55 +/-. Please click the logo for more info!
L*ACE Winnipeg
L*ACE is a casual Winnipeg social group for lesbians* d'un certain age. Only the women who are part of the group (email email@example.com to be added) have access to the information on the website, which is used to coordinate groups of people who'd like to attend arts and cultural events in and around Winnipeg together. There is no set schedule for events or planning meetings, but something is likely to be happening once or twice a month.
Please click the picture to visit their website.
Winnipeg wolfpack
Women's tackle football, no football experience necessary! They're open for all women aged 16+. They compete in the Western Women's Canadian Football League (WWCFL) that spans over Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta! They're also a non-profit. Check out their website by clicking the image.
Winnipeg Roller Derby
Women's flat track roller derby is one of the fastest-growing sports in North America! It's a lightning-paced, hard-hitting, full-contact sport that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Please click the picture to go to their website.
A place for all gay, bisexual, trans, two-spirit, queer, and questioning men who are 18+ to come together in a safe, comfortable and inclusive environment.
Their contract exists in a Facebook that you must request to join in order to receive updates.
Please click the image to visit the Queer Men's Group Facebook page!
over the rainbow
Over the Rainbow is a social group for the 55+ LGBT2SQ+ folks in Winnipeg and surrounding area.
Please visit their Facebook group by clicking the image.
out golf
Out Golf is a group of men and women that gather once a week during the summer (weather permitting) on Thursday evenings around 6pm at various golf clubs in the Winnipeg area. They play 9 holes and have players of various skill levels. All are welcome!
Please click the image to take you to their website.


text:
Sony announced the new BRAVIA LCD HDTV series D3000 at the Sony Media Experience in Rhodes this week. At the BRAVIA workshop the positive effect Motionflow adds was very obvious.
Sony calls the 100Hz/120Hz technology for LCD TVs Motionflow +100Hz.
The Sony solution creates and adds extra frames based on the originals, causing the eye to perceive motion as far smoother and more realistic than in the unenhanced source. Motionflow +100Hz works with both sources using film-based contents and standard TV and DVD.
With the D3000 BRAVIA TVs 24p True Cinema experience is possible from Blu-ray movies. This feature is nice to have, but not a must. The 4% time difference over a whole movie when watching it on 25fps versus 24fps is not that noticeable. But hey, why watch a movie differently than it was originally produced? So 24p True Cinema should become a standard feature anyways.
If you do not want to deploy a surround sound system, the D3000 features Sony S-Force Front Surround technology that simulates surround sound.
Sony touts the BRAVIA Theatre Sync quite heavily. I really was not impressed to see the ability with one button push to have all components switch-on and the blu-ray movie starts to play. You could do this with i.Link since years and with any universal remote control. Sure it is nice that it now works via the HDMI cable, big deal.
Overall though I have to say that amongst all Sony product categories, the Sony BRAVIA TV offering is the one where Sony has really their act together and is on the cutting edge. The image quality is amazing. The new features like MotionFlow and x.v.Color make sense. And the TV design is ultra-clean and sexy. They have their price, they only thing that will stand in between BRAVIA TVs and many potential customers.
There will be a 46 inch D3000 series dubbed KDL-46D3000. No release dates have been named.
More details about the BRAVIA D3000 Series can be found in this Sony press-release. Compare Sony BRAVIA Prices.


text:
Hard to believe, but tomorrow is the official first day of Autumn! Christmas day is going to come before any of us know it, but the holiday season will begin even sooner. All of this means that it's time to book your Christmas light installation for 2018 if you haven't already. If you are an existing client of ours, we would like to get you on the schedule as soon as possible as our winter season is booking up quickly. If you're new to FestiLight, here are a few photos from last year:
Send us an email at [email protected] for Vancouver or [email protected] for Victoria, or give us a call at 1-855-733-7845 to book. We look forward to working with you this winter!


text:
And Finally ... Magnier's tactics may backfire and cause taxing times
Magnier's Coolmore Stud is a world-class operation but, given the Charlie Haughey-inspired decision to put zero tax on the profits arising from sexual activity between stallions and mares and the secrecy surrounding the bidding process for their offspring, we find it hard to take the business too seriously.
The bloodstock incentive, introduced in 1969, has created the most powerful business of its type in the world, so there seems no justification for continuing to treat Magnier on the same basis as the occasional amateur breeder.
Having built his tax-based empire in almost total secrecy, the racing magnate has been thrust into the spotlight because of his ongoing dispute with Sir Alex Ferguson, the Manchester United manager, concerning the ownership of Rock Of Gibraltar. The row…


text:
Netkoin proposes an ecosystem designed to change the way customers perform their shopping
and help businesses to advertise and drive customers to their stores. The Netkoin ecosystem
Netkoin (NTK) is an ERC20 token based on the Ethereum blockchain. The NTK token will be used
to power Netkoin's universal rewards system on Netkoin's location based mobile application
and business management platform.
Netkoin's location based mobile advertising application aims to make retail shopping relevant
and rewarding for customers based on their location. The mobile application will contain
numerous features and filters in order to provide the customer with a personalized retail
shopping experience, while maintaining the highest level of user's data security and privacy.
Netkoin's business management platform will be utilized by retail stores to enable business
owners to manage their stores advertising on the Netkoin mobile application. Businesses can
integrate their store's social media content, providing them with a single place of advertising
their businesses content with shoppers. Therefore reducing content marketing management by
the retail business marketing team.
NetKoin Website
NetKoin Whitepaper


text:
Why Communicate?
(The following letter was sent out to my leadership team. I thought I would share it with you in case you were looking for something that addressed the same problem in your church or organization.)
To Ministry Leaders, Project Coordinators, Task Managers:
How would you like to walk into your classroom and find that all your furniture is missing? Or, how about having a van reserved only to find that the keys were missing and the van wasn't available anyway? How would you like to show up for a scheduled meeting to find that it had been canceled? How would you like to retrieve that piece of equipment or musical instrument and realize that it was gone? How about opening up the bulletin and seeing a major mistake in the time, date or place of a meeting? Need more examples? Probably not. These are all things that happen when communication goes bad.
Communication is the life line of effective ministry. In a large congregation, information must flow freely to the leadership without being diverted or getting stopped in the process. Otherwise, a few people may know what's going on, but others who need to know are left out of the loop. Much depends on your information that involves other people and ministries. For example, scheduling, use of rooms, use of equipment, clearances to recruit people, approval for activities, and much more, requires good communication to make happen.
If you are leading a ministry, taking care of a special project or you have been assigned a duty, you must make sure the pastor or appointed leader knows how you are progressing. You must not assume that if "they" want to know, "they" should come and ask you how you're doing. As pastor, I have dozens of responsibilities I'm handling at any given moment. Even if I remember that I should ask you about your project, I may not see you at that time. Other demands or emergencies then take my attention and I may not think about it until later. By then, it may be too late. The real solution to this comes back to communication.
Reporting does not need to cover all the minute details. A few main points may be all that's necessary. If concerns arise about the ministry or project, you will probably be asked some follow-up questions. You should be prepared to answer in as much detail as is needed. The point is that it doesn't have to take much time. It only takes awareness that the information is vital and it must be conveyed.
Many important ministries and projects have bogged down for months or years due to lack of communication. Without it, feelings get hurt, wrong assumptions get made about motives or interests, and people waste much time and effort in working on something that ended up being greatly changed or scrapped altogether. Communication is based on respect for others. Consider how you would feel if you did not know what was going on. You would feel hurt, snubbed, insulted and taken advantage of, simply because someone didn't think it was important enough to tell you.
Sometimes, people withhold information because it reflects badly on them. It seems easier to keep quiet and hope nobody asks you any embarrassing questions than to confess your sins. If you were supposed to do something and didn't get it done, we still need to know. Maybe it was no fault of your own. You may have misunderstood the project, you may have needed some help or you may not have had the money or resources to get it done. Whatever the reason, you need to tell us the facts. Others depend on your sharing.
The bottom line is this: If you don't tell anybody what you're doing, nobody will know! Your private and personal life is one thing; working for God in a church setting is entirely different. We are all in this together. What one person does impacts everyone else in the congregation is some way, even if it is indirectly. The church operates as a team, not as independent people absorbed in their own world.
Let's talk! We will all be the better for it.
Pastor Jordan


text:
Special Needs and Medical Care
At PetQuest, we understand that some guests may need extra care for special needs or medical conditions. We will do everything possible to attend to and provide for these guests while they're in our care. We ask that special requirements be stated before guests are checked into the hotel.
We can accommodate to: medications, supplements, raw diets, daily grooming, bedding upgrades and more!
Our staff is highly trained and experienced in administering topical and/or medications to our guests in need of these services. Specialized care is taken with these guests. For safety of our guests, all medications must be clearly labeled and sealed with the pet's name and type of medication. We ask that pet parents provide us with written instructions for medication dosage and administration schedule.
Click here to request a reservation for day care, hotel or the spa!


text:
My Digital Portfolio Folder
Lea Anne Daughrity
Welcome to my Portfolio for Discovery Education Independent Consultant. Throughout this page, you will find many ways in which I love to learn and share my knowledge with other professionals around the world. I hope through these examples, you can see my passion for teaching and for learning and especially my love for how Discovery Education's amazing set of resources is changing the way teacher's teach and student's learn.
Video Analysis Project
Click on this link to see an analysis of different learning styles.