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Alberta Renewable Energy Co-operative
Doing business as
SPARK Your Power, Our Future
Terms and Conditions of Membership
As a member owned business, you have a stake in our success. But best of all, you control your membership. You can be involved as much or as little as you like, from simply being a SPARK customer to becoming a Board Director. Of course the more active you are, particularly in encouraging other customers to use our services, the greater the value of your membership. The more customers we have, the lower we will keep our costs and the higher amounts we will be able to reinvest or pay as patronage dividends.
Membership in SPARK gives you:
The right to attend and vote on resolutions brought forward at the cooperative's Annual General Meeting or any special meetings of the cooperative, including approving the cooperative's reinvestment strategies.
The right to nominate or be nominated for the cooperative's Board of Directors
The right to receive an equitable share in patronage dividends (a percentage of our profits based on your level of business with us) if and when they are declared by the Board of Directors.
Rights and Responsibilities
Members must be 18 years of age or older and be a customer in good standing with the cooperative and its related businesses.
An individual or corporation may only hold one membership share in the cooperative.
Corporate members must designate one individual as their representative. The individual designated as the contact person when applying for services to the cooperative shall be considered the designate, unless otherwise indicated in writing to the Board.
Upon approval of membership, applicants will be emailed a copy of the cooperative's bylaws and a share account will be set up in the member's name in the cooperative's ledger.
Members wishing to terminate membership in the cooperative must do so in writing to the Board of the cooperative. Upon termination of membership, the cooperative will reimburse the full membership share.
By agreeing to these terms and conditions, you grant SPARK the right to add $25.00 to your upcoming month's power bill as your payment of your membership share. This share will be held in a share account under your name.
Please note that the Board of the cooperative will review membership applications on a quarterly basis and reserves the right to reject any application at its discretion. In the unlikely event that your application is rejected, the full $25.00 membership fee shall be reimbursed.
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Upgrade your Unique Buildings
With the increase in your stronghold's level along with he rural/urban buildings, your specialized buildings now have the chance to expand and better serve your plans for KE domination.
With the new levels, come a new necessary building item for each upgrade. The buildings, with each required material and subsequent maxed boosts, are:
Archaeology Hall Archaeologist's Plumb
17,500,000,000,000% troop attack 5,000,000,000,000% empire defense
Black Market Thief's Purse
10,000,000,000,000% resolute defense
Explorer Dungeon Forgotten Map
17,500,000,000,000% legion attack
Gear Workshop Surging Power Jewel
7,000,000,000,000% defense annihilation
Graveyard Gravedigger's Lantern
6 hour Ultimate Execution Resurrection delay
Imperial Banner Imperial Badge
166,700,000,000,000% rally/wonder health 7,000,000,000,000%onslaught attack
Mausoleum Broken Blades
166,700,000,000,000% rally/wonder health 22,500,000,000,000% empire troop defense debuff
17,500,000,000,000% legion attack 2,500,000,000,000% legion defense
Pantheon Divine Quartz
35,000,000,000,000% troop attack with active deity
Speed Up Treasury Ancient Time Crystals
22,500,000,000,000% legion defense debuff 4,000,000,000 in speed ups every 24 hours
Treasury Gold Bars
2,500,000,000,000% legion defense 80,000 gold deposit with 1250% interest rate

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Ara Sofa
The Ara Sofa and puff give continuity to the design and functionality of the Ara collection. The high backrest creates a cozy space that increases the sense of privacy and silence in large or crowded spaces. It isolates users both acoustically and visually from their environment, allowing them to work in a quiet and concentrated manner.
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2 Months in Europe – Your Questions Answered!
8 weeks
5 countries
17 cities
Infinite Memories
As I was frolicking around Europe this past summer, an influx of daily questions came through. I promised I would answer them at some point and now is the time! Here are your questions answered!
Why did you do it & Why Europe?
First, I encourage you to read my blog post Project Me where I detail my motivation behind taking an indefinite break from corporate and living a more fulfilled and purpose-driven life, abundant in travel.
After reading this, you'll see why I needed to take time for me. As I approached this new found freedom, I realized I wanted to explore a lot, with no limitations. Prior to this journey, I had only been to Europe a handful of times and it always left yearning for more. With that, I decided I wanted a full summer in Europe. With no plan in sight, I ventured off!
How did you plan it?
Best part – I didn't! I booked a ticket in and out of Milan and planned to figure it out week by week. I wouldn't have changed this approach for anything. I had been confined by structure for far too long and I wanted pure freedom. I planned for my new country as I was finishing up with the current one!
This also made for a more affordable trip! Because I wasn't bound to anything, I was able to book as I pleased, chasing deals as they came. It was pure bliss!
Where did you go?
Well, my first stop was Italy. In Italy I visited Milan, Venice, Bologna, Florence, Pisa, and Rome.
I then flew to Greece where I went to Santorini and Athens.
After Greece was Croatia – I was able to visit Hvar with a quick stop in Split.
I then went to London, England!
After England, I went to Portugal where I spent time in Porto and Lisbon.
My trip ended back in Italy where I spent 2 more amazing weeks exploring the south. I visited Naples, several towns along the Amalfi Coast, Sicily, and ended back in Rome.
What was your favourite country/city?
Without question – Italy. Prior to this adventure Spain had always been my favourite European county, but I have to say Italy has stolen my heart.
My favourite region was Tuscany – if you've been, you know why.
How much did it cost you?
I estimate the full 8 weeks cost about $8000-8500 USD. This included 3.5 – 4.5 star accommodations, food, experiences, and all flights. I don't have an exact figure or breakdown of expenses but this estimate will give you an idea.
Flights within Europe cost me about 100-120 Euros. Hotels cost me about 50 Euros a night when I was sharing with a friend, but was closer to 75 Euros when I was on my own. And each day I spent around 40 Euros in cash. Some days far more, some days far less. The biggest ticket item was of course my return ticket from Hong Kong to Milan.
You could probably do it much cheaper, but this was my approach! I refused to half-ass this experience. I opted for decent hotels with gyms in them or nice AirBnb's (shared accommodation isn't really my thing anymore as I promised myself no more hostels after 30! ahaha). I was determined to eat at nice restaurants and have incredible experiences. Most of my accommodations were found on booking.com. Most of my flights were booked on skyscanner.com (my absolute favourite!).
Were you scared/did you face racial discrimination?
At no point was I scared for my safety. If anything, I was more protective of my belongings. Pickpocketing is real, and I witnessed many accounts where people were victims of this heinous act (specifically in Italy). I was extra cautious with my purse and only brought the money I needed for the day with me. Side note: Another reason I book nicer accommodations is so I have more assurance my items are safe while I'm out exploring.
As for racial discrimination – not nearly as much as I was mentally preparing for. On a few accounts, I was mistaken for a prostitute… like old creepy men flashing hundreds at me…winking with a disturbing smile (eye roll). I took it with a grain of salt. I wanted to scream and educate them, but I opted for politely declining and going about my business. I decided I didn't want any form of negative energy in my space this summer.
Otherwise, I just received a lot of male attention. WOC (Women of Colour) are fetishized in many of the countries I visited so at some points the attention was overwhelming. Example: In Italy, while waiting at a stop light, a man (whom I'd never seen before) came out of no where and approached me... he then cupped my face and attempted to embrace/kiss me…. Yeah.
Those were the only two major examples where I felt annoyed/irritated about traveling while black in Europe. Overall, I was met with the most kindness. Locals everywhere wanting to help me and there were smiles all around. It was one of the most pleasant experiences I've had while traveling.
What did you pack?
Can you imagine I packed only 1, mid-size, 18kg, suitcase and a backpack?? My total journey on the road (Europe include) lasted a total of 4 months and 1 suitcase was all I had. It really was an interesting experience. I plan to write about it in detail, but it helped me completely detach from "stuff." I'm a minimalist in training and this was the exact experience I needed to get my mind right.
I packed only clothes, shoes, and workout bands. Anything else I needed (i.e. toiletries) I would just purchase along the way. For my attire, I opted for mix and match items so I could have variety in my outfits.
I plan to do a more detailed post on this soon, but all I can say is, I have a new perspective on the items I used to hold with such value. I have (without a doubt) experienced the best 4 months of my entire life. I've had the most fun I've ever had – all free of fancy things. It was just me and my suitcase!
What's Next?
I highly recommend you read the post Project Me, Update where I go into much detail of my next moves. High level, after 3 years in Hong Kong, I've decided to get rid of my flat, sell all of my stuff, and set up shop in a familiar place…
I've decided to move to Bali for the next while! Frolicking around Europe was fun for the summer, but I'm longing for stillness and normalcy. I'm dying to get back into an intensified healthy lifestyle. I'm itching to build a community. I'm ready to put my clothes on hangers for good and I'm in DIRE need of a gym and a kitchen.
I can't say how long I'll stay for as I've learned not to plan beyond 3 months. But I will say with assurance that I will stay for as long as I need to get back to me – mind, body, and spirit.
The travel won't stop, though! I'll just slow down a bit. I'll plan a trip somewhere dope in October, but for now, I'll be still and explore all of Bali.
More to come on this, but the adventure definitely continues!!


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Summer Camp is open to Juniors ages 9 to 12. Each Junior will be paired with one of our rescue dogs for the full session and work with them on training, Throughout each session, our Juniors will learn:
how to understand 'dog language'
how to care for a dog and keep them healthy
about dog training equipment and tools
how to approach a stranger's dog
trick training
how to walk and groom a dog
about microchipping and vaccines
and much more!
In addition to all these learning outcomes, each Junior will complete a craft project about the dog they are paired with that aims to help them be adopted.
Our Summer Camp - Session Two dates are 8 am to 12 pm Tuesday, July 16th to Friday, July 19th.


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Not Writing - And How That's a Form of Writing
Wait, what?
No, it's true. And it isn't even just crazy bullshit I'm making up. There are legitimate and talented authors who've said something similar to the title. First up is one of my favorite quotes, this one from John Steinbeck.
I read that in Journal of a Novel: The East of Eden Letters, which details how Steinbeck was just as self-conscious and pissed off while staring at the blank page as the rest of us are. I don't think I'd ever had anyone tell me before then how important thinking about the story can be--I know, what a strange thing to never encounter.
Sometimes your "writing" session might be you, a quiet space, and thought experiments with characters, plots, phrases, themes...just a bunch of thinkin'.
More recently I read a LitHub interview with Patty Yumi Cottrell, who won a 2018 Whiting Award for her novel Sorry to Disrupt the Peace. In that interview Cottrell said:
The period in which I'm not writing anything is the most important part of my writing process. That's when I'm mustering up the courage and will to write. I try to read a lot of books. I try not to think about myself too much. Life dictates when and how I write.
Similarly, over on the Powell's blog, author Gabe Habash talked about his writing process and how it related to his novel Stephen Florida.
The way that I write -- I have big spaces between when I'll start something. I have to get all of my ducks in a row before I will step out and start the first draft. That's all to say that I had [the main character's] voice in my head and ready to go when I sat down and typed the first page. From there, I wrote the book, the first draft, in 15 months or so.
Walking around and thinking; talking out loud to yourself; literally just sitting and staring into the distance, maybe (or maybe not) in the vicinity of your blank page - I've seen authors discuss all of those things as constituting part of their writing process. Complex thinking is required for writing. Here's where someone reading this thinks and/or says "Hah! I don't do that," or "This person I know..." etc. etc. - guess what? You do. They do.
Through all the advice columns I've read, the books, tweets, newsletters and every type of writing in between, one thing I've learned is that the entire process is never exactly the same. But a lot of it is. And people who sit down and write a novel, beginning to end, and then edit it and publish it with no struggle, then saunter on to the next--those people are called Freaks (or incredibly gifted, depending on how mad you are at your writing that day).
Writing takes a lot of thinking, a lot of planning, and a lot of work. Turns out some of it can even happen when you're not looking, like if you're walking for the afternoon and just sort of daydreaming. Your characters might be there. Maybe they're going through the motions of something you'll be writing later.
Holy shit. You were writing. That whole time you walked downtown and kicked a rock along the sidewalk until it hit a bump and skittered away--you were writing.


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When we go through difficult times, there are many things that help pull us through. We confide in our family and closest friends, hold tight to prayer, and let "time heals all wounds" take effect. But during life's greatest trials, there is a separate peace that comes from the love of a dog. Denay and her ten year old, chocolate lab pup Bailey have an unbreakable bond; a cherished friendship. Bailey has been by Denay's side through countless hardships and has always been a source of comfort and home.
When Denay found that Bailey wasn't eating often or acting her normal self, she took her to the vet and discovered that Bailey had Osteosarcoma (bone cancer). The doctor advised that Bailey didn't have too much longer, a month or two at best. That's when Denay decided she wanted treasured memories of her best friend to hold onto long after she was gone. We got together for portraits in Denay's own backyard and even though we were worried Bailey would have some trouble outside, she became so excited in front of the camera that she ran, snuggled, even smiled for us! You could tell she was having the time of her life and enjoying all the love (and treats!) while outside hearing the birds, watching the squirrels and smelling the fresh air. Since we've photographed this, Bailey girl went home to Doggy Heaven, but we are so thankful to have met and played with her; to capture her on such a great day. Thank you to Denay, we're praying for you love.


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For when you want that model-off-duty hair.
All of the salty texture... even when you're not at the beach.
How does this keep happening?
Be right back, going shopping.
Consider this the CliffsNotes to great hair.
When is it time to stop bleaching?
If you haven't heard of Lacy Redway yet, well, please go sign up for Instagram immediately. This prolific hairstylist has been blowing up our social feeds, having earned a reputation for slaying on any and every hair type. Consider her client list: Olivia Palermo, Jourdan Dunn, Amandla Stenberg, Uzo Aduba, and Lupita Nyong'o, to name a handful. "I get excited about working with all hair types and textures, so I try to maintain a diverse range of clients," says Redway. "I love doing a crown braid on Lupita's short, natural hair because people might not believe she could wear one. When searching for hairstyle inspiration, there just isn't a lot of visual content out there that shows you how to wear cool styles that don't look like you're about to go to a prom or a wedding." Allow her to introduce herself.
The story of how one woman grew to accept her natural texture.
Our fine-haired sisters think we've got it easy just because we can do a doughnut bun without wearing a sock on our head, but having a mess of hair is sometimes, well, a mess. Here, finally, the solutions to the biggest thick-hair problems—except for clogging up your drain. Alas, we can't help you there.


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Bruce in the 316
The potential return of Kyle Bruce has been a hot rumor among Wichita Thunder fans for weeks. It's more than rumor now. Bruce, a tough and physical forward, arrived in Wichita today. He could practice as early as tomorrow, but he has to undergo a physical first, Thunder coach Brent Bilodeau said.
Bruce can impact a game in a number of ways, as evidenced by his numbers. In 2007-08 in Wichita, he had 13 goals, 13 assists and 247 penalty minutes in 61 games. Last season, playing for Manchester Phoenix of the Elite Ice Hockey League in the United Kingdom, he scored 40 points and had 179 penalty minutes in 58 games.
Bruce isn't expected to play this weekend; his immigration paperwork still needs to be completed, Bilodeau said.
For what it's worth, he also has a Wikipedia entry.


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We're recruiting for a Car & Van Rental Trainer based at our head office in Hillington, Glasgow, but with frequent travel to our English branches.
Full time, Monday – Friday 8.30am – 5.00pm. Travel to locations on Sundays will be required.
Flexible working is available with this role.
About the role
As a Trainer for Arnold Clark's Car & Van Rental division, you'll be responsible for delivering high quality training courses focused on every aspect of the car rental process, helping staff to deliver a seamless rental experience for our customers.
You should have an in-depth knowledge of car rental, including the TowQuest system, rental products and procedures. You must also demonstrate fantastic communication and training skills, the flexibility to travel, and the ability to manage your own workload independently.
Day-to-day duties
Essential skills
Nice to have (but not essential)
In return for your skills, you will be offered additional training sessions in the event of departmental changes or new materials. You'll also enjoy a fantastic employee benefits package that includes flexible hours, a lunch subsidy, access to a company car scheme, a laptop and company mobile plus private healthcare and life assurance.
Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure check.
Every Arnold Clark employee is entitled to a wide range of benefits, including:
Arnold Clark is Europe's largest independent car retailer with over 200 branches across the UK. And you could be part of it.
Some benefits are only available after a qualifying period.


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Calling Series
Tagged under Miu Ootsuki, Series.
Meek salaryman Kazuaki Hinamura's life changes drastically one night
when he accidentally stumbles upon a film crew shooting an X-rated movie. Kazuaki manages to scurry away, only to be
confronted the following day by one of the actors, Kira Aratani, who also
expresses his desire to date him!
Synopsis: pandemonium91
Calling Scans
Member Opinions
You will looove this if you're into pushy semes and doormat ukes, though this story lacks the assholeish nature that usually tags along with pushy semes. The couple has some nice chemistry going and the story, while not deep, is feel-good enough to allow some suspension of disbelief. The art is good too, though slightly less conventional — might take a bit of getting used to. All in all it's a short manga I like to re-read once in awhile and it doesn't disappoint.


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Kevin Patrick, Vice President and South Region Director
- B.A. Business, Elon College '93
- Vale National Insurance Training
- Lexington Who's Who of Business Executives
- Hilton Head Chamber of Commerce Who's Who Directory
Kevin started with D'Brook and Company on a college internship in 1990. That led to a career which has taken him from Carmel, Indiana, to Hilton Head, South Carolina. Kevin left the Home Office to start the South Region office in July of 2000. Since that time, the office has seen tremendous growth and is currently looking to expand even further.
A focus on continuing education and research in the loss industry has helped Kevin become one of the premier adjusters in the field.


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If you read my post on My Quest for Minimalism & Living a More Intentional Life, then you'll understand why I am writing this post.
Being a Mother, business owner, partner, and women can be overwhelming at times. The best thing I have done to help with my feelings of overwhelm and anxiety is diving into resources that help me to remember what is really important and how to make the most out of this one precious life.
These are the books, documentary, and podcast that have informed & inspired me on this journey towards living with more intention. I suggest picking one that resonates with you the most and just get started!
The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightment by Eckhart Tolle | This book is one of the most impactful books I've ever read. It has really helped me to shift my mindset and focus on the present moment as often as possible. If you would like to stress and worry less, then I highly recommend picking up this book. Although this is under "read" I also highly suggest listening to the audible book.
Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic for a Simpler, More Soulful Way of Living - By Shauna Niequist | If you are sick of hustling, striving for perfection, and find your self-worth through achievement then you will definitely want to pick up this book. Shauna tells the story of her constant struggle for striving for perfection and achievement and how she started to transform her life to live more in the present with intention.
Chasing Slow: Courage to Journey Off the Beaten Path - by Erin Loechner | This is another book about constantly striving for more until you reach your final destination and still feel extremely lost and full of question. This book will help you to reevaluate your priorities and learn to focus on what matters most.
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less - by Greg McKeown | If you are interested in simplifying all areas of your life and want to take a disciplined approach then this is the go to book. This is especially an amazing book for entrepreneurs who are feeling overwhelmed or unsatisfied.
How to Manage Your Home Without Losing Your Mind - by Dana K. White | This book is great if you've ever struggled with keeping a clean and organized home. She takes a very practical and simple approach to decluttering and cleaning your house.
Hands Free Mama: A Guide to Putting Down the Phone, Burning the To-Do List, and Letting Go of Perfection to Grasp What Really Matters! | Tired of feeling guilty for always having your phone in your hand or not being in the present moment with your children? This book is for you, Mama!
Woman Code: Perfect Your Cycle, Amplify Your Fertility, Supercharge Your Sex Drive, and Become a Power Source by Alisa Vitti | You are probably wondering "How is this book relevant to living intentionally?". Well, let me tell you, if you are a women with a cycle than this book may just help transform your life. Even if you don't struggle with any of the topics in the subtitle, Alisa Vitti teaches you how to sync up with your cycle to live a more intentional life. This book will teach you what foods to eat, how to move your body, and the best activities to focus on that align with what part of your cycle you are in. It is truly life changing.
Minimalism: A Documentary About The Important Things | This is a great documentary to get started with if you are wondering if you want to pursue minimalism. It shows how many different people are living with less to enjoy their lives more.
The Purposeful Home Podcast | If you want to create a purposeful home by decluttering, living intentionally, and increasing your productivity you will love this podcast! This is hosted by two christian, minimalist mothers and listening to them is like hanging out with two of your best friends.
Simple Families Podcast | This podcast is great if you have specific questions around topics such as best toys, getting kids to eat their vegetables, decluttering, child behavior + child development, and aspiring towards a "less is more" way of life. It is a Q&A style podcast and you can browse the titles to see which questions you have and are interested in listening to.
The Minimalists Podcast | If you really want to focus on minimalism and how to incorporate it into all areas of your life then this is the podcast to begin with!
On Being Podcast | If you're a seeker of meaning and understanding the world then this podcast will help you do just that.
The Jess Lively Show Podcast | This podcast is definitely one of my favorites and it was one of the first podcasts that really inspired me to live with intention. Most recently, Jess is traveling the world while talking about all things consciousness, law of attraction, and quantum mechanics. If you want to learn to live with intention & flow (instead of force), than you will definitely love this podcast.
Want to be intentional about what you eat?
Sign up for my free 5-day Mindful Eating course delivered straight to your inbox!


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Under Floor Lifting Jacks
Under floor lifting jacks are used in the trainset maintenance workshops. Due to the embedded system it is being used to complete the workshop space efficient and no equipment above the ground. Assembly of the railway taken for maintenance or is provided with this system the removal of the desired wagon.


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As an avid flick fan, a Netflix account was the very first application I downloaded. Any type of movie inside the "watch immediately" function comes for streaming anytime you are linked to the web. The Netflix App for iPad is complimentary however you have to have an account with Netflix to be able to use it. Netflix is ludicrously economical, just $8.99 per month, and also with the capability to watch flicks 24/7 it is a take when you realize that flick tickets these days are north of $10. For those uncertain if Netflix is for them, there is a free trial account.
* Cost: Free
* Netflix account is just $8.99.
* If you have a Netflix account, part of your unrestricted subscription. Non participants could begin a FREE trial.
* See films as usually as you want.
* Pause and replay films on your TELEVISION, computer system, or iPad.
* Handle your motion pictures as well as order line up on your iPad.
While not 1080p BlueRay quality, you could not complain regarding the photo high quality seeing movies on your iPad with Netflix. Movies were clear and also crisp when seeing on our Wi-Fi network. You could enjoy flicks in either picture or landscape. There is a complete display method however users have to bear in mind the iPad is not 16:9 layout so the image does not fill up the entire display edge to edge in all directions. Replacement was extremely straightforward. Setup takes a lot less than a min as well as all you have to start is check in with your account. The minimal video clip controls allows you to rewind 30 secs, volume controls, play and also time out, and skipping to end. You can zoom into the video clip while touching the display like other Apple gadgets.
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Gin branding & label work for STIL DISTILLERY.
A small start up business based in Newquay Cornwall.
It was decided early on that the style was going to be very minimal and which would work across a variety of bottle shapes. The vibrant two colour scheme was chosen for greater contrast visually against the usually muted tones of most gin brands. The front and back label also incorporate a tamper free label that is used on the cork this serves also as the batch/bottle number label which is handwritten on.
I was commissioned by STIL DISTILLERY of Newquay, Cornwall, a small startup business, to design the branding for their new gin.
It was felt early on that the look was going to be very minimal and which would work across a variety of bottle shapes.
The teardrop device is reminiscent of the shape of copper still's which are used to distill alcohol. The hand drawn lettering represents the organic shapes of the botanicals used.
A vibrant and contemporary two colour design ensured the label would stand out against the predominately muted colours and vintage inspired design of most gin brands.


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Why Are My Muscles Always So Sore After Working Out?!
Why Are My Muscles Always So Sore After Working Out?!
** This is a longer blog version of a post contributed to bicycling.com**
What causes muscle soreness in the first place?
There are two primary causes of post workout muscle soreness:
1. Increased blood lactate accumulation, leading to an acidic environment and pain.
2. Swelling of the recovering muscles within their compartments, leading to pressure-related pain.
Why is it that this pain and soreness seems to be so much more prevalent after a gym workout than a bike workout?
First, almost any novel or infrequent form of exercise is going to cause increased intra-workout and post-workout soreness. Remember those first few workouts and how sore you were? The body adapts to training demands, but it takes some time. This is true regardless of the training stimulus, be is running, cycling, weight training, or anything else. The gym often introduces demands on the body that can be quite different than the requirements of sport or recreational hobby. Many gym workouts require strength and stability in all planes of motion, which is different than the primarily linear requirements of a sport like running (this is not to say that having multi-planar strength is not vital to running, just that that demand is different). Gym workouts are also multi-positional, unlike cycling for instance, with its many fixed parts (feet clipped in, backside seated, hands securely on the handlebars). This piece is is meant to dispel the notion that gym will always be a place that causes days upon days of muscle soreness. Let's quickly dive a little bit deeper into the causes of muscle soreness and then we'll look at a few ways to reduce it and start to enjoy the gym rather than dread it!
The first cause of muscle soreness, the soreness and "burning" you feel during your workout, is primarily due to an increase in muscle lactic acid build-up. This causes inhibition of muscle fiber recruitment and leads to fatigue and the immediate soreness that comes from working to fatigue. The muscles required to produce power and force, Type 2 muscle fibers, generated lactic acid at a higher rate than those required for prolonged activity. This is why a quick workout at the gym is often more "painful" than a much longer moderately paced bike ride. Most lactic acid is buffered and moved out of the muscles within five minutes of completing an exercise, which is why the "muscle burn" doesn't linger like post-workout soreness. At the very most, research indicates that lactic acid accumulation doesn't last more than 12 hours, and is not responsible for the post-workout soreness most people are familiar with. Additionally, as long as you keep going to the gym, your body will become more efficient at clearing that lactic acid and the intra-workout burning and soreness will be reduced.
The second cause of soreness, the swelling of muscle within their compartments, is the primary cause of prolonged soreness or DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness). Every skeletal muscle in the body is housed without its own compartment of fascial tissue. When a muscle experiences the healthy damage that results from strenuous exercise, there is swelling that occurs. This swelling causes the muscle, and all it's nerve endings, to press against the walls of it's compartment. It is this compression is responsible for the soreness experienced for 24-48 hours following exercise. It is perfectly normal, and it is this cycle of muscle damage and muscle healing that leads to increased strength and improved athletic performance. If you are sore for more than 48 hours, or this soreness goes beyond what you consider "normal", it is indicative of having worked out too hard. Just like you wouldn't recommend a new cyclist attempt a century ride during their first week on the bike, or a marathon after jogging for a week, don't attempt a massive workout in the gym when it is a new form of training.
Is there anything I can do to reduce this soreness? Or speed up recovery?
There are a whole bunch of things that can be done to mitigate soreness post-workout. I will provide my top three suggestions, but first I will preach patience. Don't let post-workout soreness scare you off. The more you train in the gym, the more adapted to it you will become, and the less sore you will be! Keep at it!
Ok, now for the tips:
1. Spend at least five minutes doing a cool down specific to your workout. Stretch the muscles that you trained, work through basic range of motion drills. If you worked your upper body, don't expect walking on the treadmill to reduce your arm soreness.
2. Foam roll after your workout. Foam rolling is effective for increasing local blood flow and moving that lactic acid out of the muscles you just worked.
3. Get body work on a regular basis. In season, off season, all season, body work is like magic for muscle soreness. Massage and acupuncture are my go-to modalities. They help with both causes of soreness by improving blood flow to clear out pain-producing cellular waste while also mobilizing those fascial tissues that compress healing muscles!
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So, I'm actually not Vegan, but I tried to go sort of "Pesco-Vegan" for a few months where I cut out dairy and everything but fish. I decided to pick 4 of my favorite grocery store items and didn't realize until later that they're all vegan! So veg heads rejoice, these are a few of my favorite things.
Annie's Naturals Shiitake Sesame Vinaigrette
This stuff is the bomb.com (does anyone still say that? Yikes) No really though, I love almost every food that is Asian inspired, but I always find the ginger and sesame dressing to be too sweet, at Asian restaurants. This stuff actually has no sweetness too it at all, and has a good sesame flavor without it being overpowering. There is a slight hint of shiitake, most mushroom haters probably wouldn't even notice. It's pretty heavy on the vinegar, but that's not an issue with me. I love to toss it with some cucumbers or pretty much any salad. Try it, you won't be disappointed. You can get it at Publix and most local grocery stores.
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Okay so I was introduced to these pretzels by my parents a few years ago. I have been known to have an unhealthy relationship with salt, and these really cure all of my salty crunchy cravings. They are super crunchy, super salty, and pretty much the perfect pretzel. They're amazing dipped in peanut butter or crushed up over ice cream. You can find them locally at Detwilers Farmer's Market and also at Fresh Market.
Wonderful Sweet Chili Pistachios
These have been a favorite of mine for awhile. Pistachios are actually the "nut" with the least amount of fat and maybe that's because they aren't technically nuts, they are seeds. Regardless of what they are, these sweet chili pistachios have ruined all the plain salted ones for me for all of eternity. They are little bit sweet, a little bit spicy but mostly salty, garlic-y, and onion-y. Perfect for snacking because you can have a whole half cup un-shelled for 160 calories. You can find them at most grocery stores.
Larabar Bites
These are my newest find out of the group. I did actually find these when I was sticking to my pesco-vegan diet. The best thing about them is they taste naughty but are actually super healthy. Vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, so pretty much anyone can eat them unless they have a nut, coconut or date allergy, because that's all they are. They taste like little brownie bites. The hardest part is stopping at the recommended 4 piece serving size. Even then you don't really have to feel guilty right? They're all natural 🙂
What are some of your favorite "healthy snacks" I realize healthy is a relative term and everyone defines it differently.


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- Bill Cosby was convicted earlier this week on three counts of felony sex assaults. "This became a public lynching," Andrew Wyatt, Cosby's representative, said of the trial to ABC News "the South came to the East." In the interview with George Stephanopoulos, Wyatt and Ebonee Benson called a juror racist and compared the entertainer's travails to those of slain civil rights icon Emmett Till. Let's note that "a number of Cosby's dozens of accusers are African-Americans, "the site adds.
- MSNBC Joy Reid, the only African-American woman host on the network, has had a rough week. She has been accused of writing homophobic blog posts, but thus far MSNBC has stuck by her. This morning she apologized on her show for blog posts written in the mid to late 2000s for the now-defunct Reid Report. As Vox explains it, "the posts, for example, suggested — without much, if any, evidence — that Tom Cruise, Karl Rove, and Chief Justice John Robert's son are gay. Other posts made derogatory remarks about gay people, claiming that 'most straight people cringe at the sight of two men kissing' and that 'adult gay men tend to be attracted to very young, post-pubescent types.' One post acknowledged, 'does that make me homophobic? Probably.'" The Reid Report grew in popularity, and led to Joy's hiring at MSNBC. The offensive posts were originally discovered at the end of last year, and she apologized. This new round of homophobic posts was given to Mediaite by an unnamed source early this week.
- Filmmaker Andrea Nevins has a new documentary: Tiny Shoulders: Rethinking Barbie for Hulu. In the documentary, charts the 60-year history of the iconic Mattel doll. "By weaving together the history of Barbie — a history that is frequently presented as much more feminist and forward-thinking than most people give it credit for, despite some major missteps — with a behind-the-scenes look at the making of an entirely new Barbie line, Nevins finds some uncanny and often emotional connections," writes Kate Erbland for IndieWire. "The film uses Barbie as a lens by which to explore topics like body image, the patriarchy, and the various waves of feminism, making a clever case that the story of Barbie is really the story of the modern woman." Mattel has been trying, hoping to change the traditional image of Barbie to a new and multiculti global world order.
- NBC News, clearly, is having a bad week. This week Ann Curry alleged that an NBC News staffer approached her in tears, asking for help in dealing with Matt Lauer, and she says she referred the matter to human resources, which NBC now denies. Next week it will be interesting to see if Curry ratchets up her war of the words with the network. Curry was allegedly fired from her job at the behest of disgraced former Today Show co-host Matt Lauer. Since then, she has been critical of how the network has handled sexual harassment (and she has been largely proven right).
- The entire network did not have a strong week. Embattled former NBC Nightly News anchor Tom Brokaw strongly denies allegations made against him as sexually harassing two staffers. The allegations are very serious. Linda Vester, a respected war correspondent for the network who did tours of duty for the network in Africa and the Middle East, accuses the anchor of groping, kissing, and showing up to her hotel room uninvited. Maria Shriver, Rachel Maddow, Andrea Mitchell and more than 60 women in broadcasting voiced support for Brokaw, who has been married to Meredith Aul since 1962.
- Duck Butter is making waves at the Tribeca Film Festival, which is in full flower this week around New York City. The lesbian romance, which Variety calls affectionately, "a low-budget improv vérité psychodrama," stars Alia Shawkat as Naima and Laia Costa as her lover, Sergio. Their chemistry is what makes the film so special. "The intensity with which they look at each other with their faces just inches apart, the agility with which they bounce emotions off each other like they're playing a sport, is nothing short of masterful," says Rich Juzwiac at Jezebel. "If you look at a relationship as its own organism, a separate entity from the participants who come together to create it, Duck Butter is a character study for the ages." The plot of the film is that two women meet and hook up, and then decide to talk and have sex throughout the course of the day in order to jumpstart their relationship.
- Timeline published a Second Wave feminist remembrance. These days catcalling is still, unfortunately, with us. But in the 1970s feminists set up Ogle-Ins to turn the tables on the make catcallers that made life difficult for women on the streets. "As feminist pioneer Susan Brownmiller writes in her 1999 memoir In Our Time, one popular tactic was the Ogle-In: "A bunch of us would gather on a street corner and turn the tables on leering, lip-smacking men by giving them a taste of their own medicine." Recounted is the satisfying story of an Ogle-In targeting two Wall Street staffers that made life difficult for women walking to work each morning.


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David has been with Xerox about 25 years focusing on supply chain since 2005. He has been instrumental throughout the industry in helping to educate organizations about industry best practices and standards. During our discussion, David talks about:
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Despite Iran's nearly all-fossil-fuel energy infrastructure, the Middle East Institute (MEI) said on its website that the nation has shown "great interest in renewable energy (RE) sources to improve energy security, reduce internal dependence on hydrocarbons and meet its projected growth in electricity demand."
The Energy Information Administration said natural gas makes up 60 percent of Iran's energy consumption, followed by petroleum, at 38 percent, based on 2013 data. In pursuing renewable energy, the MEI said Iran will benefit economically through increased oil and natural gas exports as domestic consumption falls.
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The attack comes two months after a wave of coordinated bombings in tourist towns in Thailand's south that killed four Thais and wounded dozens, including foreigners, attacks the police linked to Muslim militants. Monday's attack, in the town of Pattani, struck around 7 p.m. (8.00 a.m. ET), police said, reports Reuters.
"The bomb was placed near a noodle stall and the explosion killed one woman. We are currently investigating and securing the site," Pakpoom Jantarangsee, a police officer investigating, told Reuters.
More than 6,500 people have been killed in the insurgency in Thailand's three southernmost provinces – Pattani, Yala and Narathiwat – over the past 12 years. The region borders Malaysia and is Muslim-majority while the rest of Thailand is predominantly Buddhist.
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Following an impressive maiden victory in his second career start, Haikal headlines a seven-horse field in the 35th running of the seven-furlongJimmy Winkfield Stakes on Saturday at Aqueduct.
A Kentucky homebred owned by Shadwell Stable and sired by multiple graded stakes winner Daaher, and out of the unraced Distorted Humor mare Sablah, Haikal is a half-brother to graded stakes winner Takaful.
Making his racing debut at seven furlongs on Nov. 10 at the Big A at 14-1, Haikal closed menacingly from five-wide in the upper stretch to finish second by a neck at the wire. Returning to the races on Dec. 15, Haikal overcame being bumped at the start and finished well to win at six furlongs.
"He's made some good progression since his last race," said trainer Kiaran McLaughlin. "In each of his starts, he's closed well. He's a little more relaxed than Takaful, who was extremely talented and a bit difficult to train in the mornings, but we're still trying to figure out how far Haikal can go. Depending on how he performs on Saturday, we'll keep the Gotham in consideration going forward."
Like Saturday's race, the Gotham is one turn, albeit at the longer distance of 1 1/16 mile.
Reunited with rider Rajiv Maragh who was aboard for his maiden breaking score, Haikal will leave from post 3.
Trainer Jason Servis will saddle a pair of entries for different owners, Gates of Dawn and Direct Order.
Purchased for $425,000 at the Ocala Breeders Sale 2-year-olds in training last April, Gates of Dawn broke his maiden by three lengths in his second start on November 17 at Parx. He ran fourth in his stakes debut in the Jerome on Jan. 1 at Aqueduct.
Direct Order, foaled on Jan. 1, 2016, has two wins from five career starts. Previous to finishing sixth in the Jerome, he broke his maiden on Oct. 15 at Parx in this third career start and followed that with an optional-claiming win on Nov 29 at Aqueduct.
Gates of Dawn, with Junior Alvarado aboard, will leave from post 7. Direct Order will depart from post 5 with Jose Lezcano in the irons.
Trainer Gregory Sacco will send out Joevia for his stakes debut for owner Michael Fazio. The dark brown or bay Shanghai Bobby colt has made only one start, winning his debut by 1 3/4 length on July 15 at Monmouth Park.
Sacco said the colt has continued to show promise in recent weeks to give him enough confidence in entering this spot.
"He was Mind Control's workmate when they first came up from Ocala," said Sacco. "I thought those two were at the top of our group as far as our 2-year-olds when we first got them. We expected a good effort in his first start, and we thought he really ran well especially only going five furlongs, which is short for him.
"Following that maiden win we were going to run him in the Saratoga Special, but he suffered a minor setback with a hyperextended knee injury," continued Sacco. "We backed off of him and let him fully recover a full 90 days and he's continued to show good works in his return. We know it's a tall order to come back in a stakes race -- typically we'd look for an allowance to come back in -- but he's training well, so we figured we'd take our shot."
Reunited with Chris DeCarlo, Joevia will leave from post 2.
Also entered is Family Biz for trainer Eddie Barker; Tikhvin Flew for trainer Steve Asmussen; and Jump for Alex shipping in from Parx for trainer Guadalupe Preciado.
The Jimmy Winkfield is slated as Race 8 on Saturday's 9-race card and will go as the second leg of Saturday's Cross Country Pick 5. It's scheduled to be broadcast live on FOX Sports Saturday At The Races, produced by NYRA, and air on FS2 from 4-6:00 pm ET
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The fishing has been strong so far this week, with fish eating dries, dry-dropper, nymph rigs and streamers. Whatever you like to fish, there are fish willing to eat right now. Dry-fly fishing has been better early in the morning in the canyon over the past few days, with the evening bite being slightly less productive. Low floaters or smaller foam bugs are fishing well for those looking to target fish feeding on summer stones, and dropping a tungsten beadhead off the back of your dry should also up our odds. Nymphing or dry-dropper fishing midday has been good as well, just make sure to target the faster, oxygenated during the warmest part of the day.
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Hi there! My name is Aurora. My pronouns are she/her.
In 2007 I met Lauren, the person who would eventually be my wife. One day I asked her to go to Pink Prom (LGBTQIA+ prom) with me and we have been together since. In 2009 we were married. Together we have 2 incredible children, Saige (9) and Dorian (3), that we have raised together from birth, one now adult child whom we adopted as a teenager, Michela (22) when she came to us as a foster youth. We have also had a handful of foster kids, mostly hard to place teens who needed a second chance for love and support.
In addition to our kiddos, we have two fur babies, Jack Jack, our cat who is 10, and Milo our 1 year old German Shepherd that we adopted from the Tacoma Humane Society.
How I became a doula
The very first birth I ever attended and supported was a friend's. We were both young, just out of high school, and I couldn't help but notice that her birth room seemed to be a revolving door of different nurses and practitioners. I knew something needed to be different. Several years later, I got pregnant with my first child. Knowing I wanted something different, I sought out the care of a home-birth midwife. Complications throughout my pregnancy led to some back and forth between my midwives and an OBGYN. As those complications resolved, I was able to continue on with my home-birth as originally planned. I felt much closer and more comfortable with my midwife. From a spectators view my birth was beautiful and powerful. Inside my brain was a battle. Before my midwives were there my wife was hilariously running around the house trying to fill our giant tub and stop setting off fire alarms. In those moments, I needed another person with me, but I wasn't sure how to voice it.
My midwife was awesome, and left me wanting to be a midwife myself, but I wasn't ready for that large of a role yet, so I became a doula. With my second birth, I had a doula. My daughter had broken her arm a couple weeks before my due date, and needed surgery to fix the break. She woke up a couple times while I was in labor, so my wife needed to attend to our recovering child. I was so grateful for my doula, because she never left me, and I never felt alone or isolated.
My favorite part about being a doula is no matter where or how my clients are giving birth they always have me by their side. People may transfer providers, nurse shifts change, but as a doula, I stay the same. Whether the birth is 2 hours or 28, I am by my clients side, perhaps with some intermittent naps.
I believe people have the right to choices about their care and their birth and they have the right to be supported in those choices 100% no matter what they may be.
Reading for fun is probably one of my favorite things to do, but I don't get to do enough of it. Since I don't have a lot of time, I often listen to books on Audible (unless they are free through the library). I go back and forth between books that are for growth, parenting and fiction. My absolute favorite novels are dystopian novels. I will read them over and over. Here are my favorites:
The Handmaids Tale
No Such Thing as Bad Weather
Little Book of Hygge
Ready Player One
The Danish Way of Parenting
How Children Learn
Whole Brain Child
Daring Greatly
The Harry Potter Series
The Ice and Fire Series
His Dark Materials
The Book Thief
The Myth of the Spoiled Child
If I could spend my life outside, somewhere warm, I would. But, here I am in the lush and green Pacific North West. There is a saying we have, "there is no bad weather, only bad gear." I have spent a lot of time miserable outside in bad gear. As I got older, I realized I didn't have to be uncomfortable, and neither did my kids. So we go outside rain or shine, and we love it.
At home we have a little garden where were currently growing plants that are pretty, and plants we can eat. Getting to tend to my garden has always brought me great joy. I love getting to learn about different herbs and what they can do as different things we can forage year round.
Providing my children with time ample time outdoors in the fresh air is a necessity for both their physical and emotional well being, so on any given day we may be hiking a trail in the forest or riding bikes down the hill in front of our house.
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2010 Placenta Encapsulation Workshop - Big Belly Services
2016 Neonatal Resuscitation - NRP Certified
2016 Birth Assistant Training - New Day Midwifery
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2017 Rebozo Training - Big Belly Services
2017 TENS Training - Big Belly Services
2018 Human Lactation Training (180 hours) - Midwives College of Utah
2018 Doula Crossover Certification - Birth Arts International
2018 Placenta Encapsulation Certification - International Placenta and Postpartum Association
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(Reuters) - Commodity trader Engelhart Commodities Trading Partners (ECTP)said a restructuring has put the firm in a position to make money after half a billion dollars of losses over three years, Bloomberg reported on Monday.
ECTP exited physical trading of energy and most metals, plus its cotton-trading business following an "awful year" in 2017, Chief Executive Officer Huw Jenkins said, according to the report. (bloom.bg/2Uv6YOv)
The firm, founded in 2013, "over-expanded," creating an infrastructure that was too complex, Bloomberg reported.
The firm has cut its staff by about 30 percent to 500 and shut offices in South Africa, Kenya and Argentina, the report said.
ECTP, formerly known as BTG Pactual Commodities, did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the Bloomberg report.
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text: 1922 - 2010Frank J. Schmidt, former Kansas and Texas resident, passed away on Aug. 24, 2010. He had spent the past two years in Crestview, Fla. with his daughter and son-in-law.Frank was born and raised outside of Gorham, Kan. to John J. and Pauline (Mermis) Schmidt on May 29, 1922. He served in the US Army Infantry in North Africa and Italy during WWII. Upon returning from the military, Frank spent his entire career working in the oil fields of Kansas, New Mexico and West Texas as a driller. He was known for his green thumb when it came to landscaping, being a gun enthusiast, and he loved to spin the ladies around the dance floor.He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Janice Wentworth and Mark Wann of Crestview, FL; son, Frank J. Schmidt II of Quitman, TX; son and daughter-in-law, John and Tammy Schmidt of Moundridge, KS; three granddaughters, Jessica Blehm of Wichita, KS, Katya Nuss of Russell, KS and Rusttee Schmidt of Moundridge, KS; three great-grandsons, Micah, Caleb and Samuel Nuss of Russell, KS; stepdaughters, Karen, Lana, Susie and Janice (Herl); stepson, Wayne Herl; sisters, Mary Quint of Newton, KS, Bertha Cates of Plainville, KS; and a brother, Herb Schmidt of Clarkdale, AZ.Frank was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers, Richard, Alphonse, Leo, and Elmer Schmidt. He was also preceded by wives Dorothea (Reynolds) Schmidt, Orva Jean (Herl) Schmidt and Queenelle (Huff) Schmidt.No funeral is planned. A memorial is being planned as a seniors dance in Lubbock, Texas in the future.


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For those who are used to see clouds from the sky, researchers are trying to stop the muscle degeneration they are undergone. The "Nanoros" project aims to study all the effects of cerium oxide nanoparticles on biological systems in extreme conditions... and the perfect place to obtain these answers is the Space!
Astronauts are usually undergone to strong radiation in a zero-gravity environment, which provokes an increase of oxidative stress in muscle cells. Nanoceria comes into play as a "smart material" capable of act as antioxidant and self-healing. The experiment will be carried out in the orbit, where some cell samples will be treated with nanoceria and studied by the astronaut Paolo Nespoli. If these cells will show a recovery from the initial condition and a reduction of the oxidative stress, nanoceria could be also applied to the osseous tissue to cure those diseases that arises with the increase of free radical, such as obesity and Parkinson.
And which location is better than the Castle of Castelfalfi to present this project? A place that, during night, is embraced by a starred mantled and, climbing up to its terrace, it seems to almost touch the sky with a finger and – why not – to feel closer to those who, traveling almost at the speed of light, are trying to save more and more lives.


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About Tibbs
Tibbs graduated from the University of West of Scotland with a degree in computer security. She has since relocated to Portland, OR, where she evangelizes for privacy and security while doing Open Source Security Research at a large blue chip company. She is passionate about creating opportunity for diversity in the InfoSec community, teaching InfoSec best practices to average computer users, encouraging small children to learn more about STEM topics and about laughing at cats on the internet.
When not at the office, volunteering or otherwise in front of a screen, she can be found reading, gaming or arguing the air speed velocity of an unladen swallow.
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How is Ethereum Taxed
While digital currencies, such as Ether are removed from most of the issues that affect traditional money, they are still affected by taxes. As a general rule, anywhere that taxes apply when using tradition currencies also apply to cryptocurrencies. However, tax regulations around Ethereum will vary from country to country. To avoid financial penalties, you must always familiarise yourself with your own country's tax laws.
To give you a better idea of your tax obligations regarding Ethereum, we've shared the most current information about cryptocurrency taxes in the UK and the USA.
UK Tax Treatment of Ethereum
HMRC laid down the tax rules relating specifically to Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies in the Revenue and Customs Brief 3/2014: Bitcoin and Other Cryptocurrencies, which are as follows:
The VAT treatment of Ethereum (or Ether) is quite simple in that VAT is not applied because it is not considered money by the European Central Bank. Income received by miners or income relating to any other Ethereum activities are also outside the scope of VAT. When Ethereum is received in exchange for the provision of goods or services, the value of the Ethereum cryptocurrency in sterling at the point the transaction takes place is liable to VAT.
Corporation Tax, Income Tax and Capital Gains Tax
The treatment of income received from, and charges made in connection with activities involving Ethereum cryptocurrency will be reviewed case by case. The general rules with regards to corporation tax (CT), income tax (IT) and capital gains tax (CGT) are as follows:
Corporation Tax (CT) – Following the general rules on currencies and loan relationships, the profits and losses made on an exchange movement between currencies are taxable. Any company profit or loss made from entering transactions involving Ethereum will be taxable under the normal CT rules and must be reflected in accounts. There are currently no bespoke rules for Ethereum.
Income Tax (IT) – Profits and losses of unincorporated business on Ethereum transactions are taxable under the normal IT rules and must be reflected in the business accounts.
Chargeable Gains (CT and CGT) – Gain or losses on Ethereum or any other cryptocurrency that accrue to an individual and not covered by trading profit rules are chargeable or allowable for capital gains tax. When it comes to companies, gains are chargeable or allowable to corporation tax if they accrue to the company and are not covered by trading or loan relationship rules.
USA Tax Treatment of Ethereum
The US Internal Revenue Service set out its view for federal tax purposes via the Notice 2014-21. It states that Ethereum cryptocurrency is regarded as an item of property rather than an actual currency, making it subject to the normal property tax rules in the US.
Ethereum is not considered a foreign currency by the IRS because it's not legal tender or created by a government, so it doesn't generate gains or losses for tax purposes. However, when the Ethererum cryptocurrency is received in exchange for goods or services, it is a taxable event and must be calculated in US dollars at the time of the transaction.
If the Ethereum cryptocurrency is a capital asset in the hands of the taxpayer, a capital gain or loss on sale can be realised. When this virtual currency is acquired by US taxpayers through mining, it must be taxed as income, and mining can be recognised as a self-employment activity.


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Proper Way Of Fixing Your Landscape At Home
Anyone can learn how to landscape their own lawn. Many people would like a great-looking home, but do not know how to get started. That is where an article like this will be beneficial to you. Read on and learn some great tips about how to become a great landscaper.
As you are planning a new landscaping project, think about the overall effect you wish to achieve before you do anything else. When you make a sketch, you get a visual of your ideas and you will get a more realistic idea of what tools will be needed to finish the job. Making your mistakes on paper first can save you lots of time later on.
Invest in a drip style watering system for your plants. This type of irrigation system will provide continuous water and is easy to install. This is also a more efficient way to water your plants, this is because this system drips as opposed to a stream like in a sprinkler system or hose.
Do you want to sell your house sometime in the next couple of years? In contrast to other types of home renovations, landscape design projects have the potential to bring returns anywhere between 100 and 200 percent. The front lawn should have curb appeal while the backyard should create a welcoming space for outdoor activities.
Landscaping an entire yard or property at one time is hard. Dividing your overall project into phases will make it much easier on both you and your budget. It also will help you make changes to the design as you find changes that need to be made.
Many people don't think about getting products for landscaping online. This can not only save you money, but it can also help you to find plants that are more rare and not carried locally or even in specialty stores in your area.
Prior to doing any landscaping in your yard, consult with an expert. While you might not need to hire them to complete the entire job, you will find that the small amount you pay for a consultation is well spent as it will help you to avoid mistakes and get started on the right foot. This is especially true if you are new to landscaping.
For certain items, go with the less expensive product. For instance, the cheaper mulch, potting mix and plant containers are perfectly fine for home landscaping purposes. With plants however, it is often worth it to pay more. Often plants that are being sold on clearance have been neglected or are already past their prime.
Ground Cover
Avoid planting flowers under a large tree, as they will not thrive in the constant shade. Rather then putting in flowers, think about putting in a ground cover. Plants that creep or spread along the ground add dimension and beauty to your landscape, and they are generally simple to maintain. Hostas, ivy and sweet woodruff are all excellent ground cover options.
You can increase continuity in your landscape by using evergreens and foliage plants. Many plants blossom for brief periods, so you may get a dull yard at times. Add these types of plants between beds to add a green accent to the landscape.
If you're designing your landscape on your own, then try out mulch for your flowerbeds. Mulch is a great way for your plants to stay hydrated so that they can survive in warmer weather. Mulch allows your plants to have the water that they need.
When mapping out your landscape, don't forget to consider the effects certain plants can cause. Careless planting can result in plants whose roots destroy underground pipes or bushes that make it difficult to spot traffic as you exit your driveway. Consider these items carefully, and others like them, before deciding on a landscaping plan.
Incorporate water when designing your landscape. It's very easy to put in a fountain, small pond or a pump. If your budget will allow for it, a number of professionals can install a waterfall or a small pond quite reasonably. Water features can really draw the eye and provide a centerpiece to your project.
Think about special features before purchasing anything. You might spend a bit more on materials at specialty stores. The expertise of the sales associates and other staff can prove invaluable when designing your water garden.
If you're planning to use larger plants in your yard, remember that they'll cast a shadow. This shade will help cool the area naturally during the summer. Just be cautious as these shadows can block sunlight from any smaller plants.
With any landscaping project, rain and climate must be factored in and accommodated for. If you live in an area with water restrictions, you should select plants that do not require large amounts of water.
Understand the best way to make use of the space you have, and keep a couple things in mind. You can solve problems with your landscaping choices, like reducing noise from a road thanks to shrubbery. If you have kids, create a play area in a space. You could even create the perfect grilling area, or construct a backyard that will allow you to entertain in style.
Study as many techniques for designing your landscapes as you can so that you can learn as much as possible. Anchor plants can help you provide focal points to pull your entire yard together. Plant textures are also key to creating variety in your design. There's tons of books available that can help you landscape effectively.
Fall Colors
When designing your yard, think about fall colors. Fall colors are often neglected in favor of spring or summer colors when planning landscapes. However, if you consider fall colors your landscape will look more beautiful during this season. You will be glad of this forethought as September rolls around and your yard looks as beautiful as it did in spring.
Now that you know some way to improve your landscaping, the time has come to implement what you have learned. You may find that this article has enhanced your landscaping ability a lot. Implement what you've learned to create a beautiful yard.


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I love to experiment with texture, color and a wide variety of approaches. The exciting thing about creating a painting is discovering it. I have a very general idea of how it is going to turn out and it always ends up different than I expected. I hope you take the time to reflect upon what you see in the painting and share your thoughts with me.
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Episode 24: Tobin from the bandbox Flatfoot 56 is About to Break
This week I am joined by Tobin Bawinkel of the band Flatfoot 56. It's always amazing when you respect someone for their creativity, then meet them and find that their character is just as amazing. Thoroughly enjoyed this conversation.
In this conversation Tobin and I discuss:
* Our buddy Shaun
* Wrestling has changed since we were kids
* Road life verses shows in town
* Playing in bars before your old enough to get in
* Growing up with bluegrass
* The Funhouse venue in Seattle
* Changes in the music scene
* The pressure of social media
* Working multiple full time jobs
* Self production verses label production
* Doing right by your audience
* Touring Japan with Flogging Molly
* Pre show rituals
* Country to Celtic Punk
* Learning to play in church
* Weird folk songs
* Snakes have no hips
* Music is a historian
* Ty Cobb was a baseball warrior
* Heroes and their hidden weakness
* Keeping it about the art
* Car trouble on the road
* Tobin talks about his faith and the struggle to be authentic
* Loving Jesus and dealing with weird Christians
* You can't feed your kids on passion
* Art over money
* Supportive parents make a difference
* Jesus would hate Christian music
* Creativity comes from purpose
* Finding hope in this nonsense
... and going back to the day job!
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About Drew
During Drew's two decades of service to Cotter, he has been responsible for delivering projects in every market sector in which the firm operates. As a part of the firm's Aviation Group, Drew is responsible for business development, staff management, and service delivery. Drew currently serves in a management role on the project team delivering the $876 million Consolidated Rental Car Facility (CONRAC) project at O'Hare International Airport.
Drew is an alumnus of Bradley University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management. Drew has attained several certifications through the Illinois Department of Transportation, and is a member of the Construction Management Association of America.