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On Sunday 22 October, 176 Brainwave children and their families were treated to a fun day out at Featherdale Wildlife Park, New South Wales for the annual Brainwave Australia Family Day. Families enjoyed a barbeque buffet lunch, extraordinary face painting, a touch of magic and up-close encounters with baby joeys and slippery, slimy snakes!
Featherdale Wildlife Park delivered a first-class experience. The Drover's Hut came to life with music, food, colourful theming set off with sweet smelling gum leaves and baby koala take home gifts. The children were given a challenge—to stamp their entry passports when sighting native Australian animals in exchange for a prize. To complete the day, the children were rewarded with icy poles and Ferrero Chocolates, these treats always bring huge smiles to everyone's dials.
According to Laurence, Brainwave's Program Manager, "to see our families come together in the spirit of fun and friendship; genuinely enjoying the day was heart-warming. When families join Brainwave, they are treated as our family and we aim to give everyone an experience they will remember. Our family day is a chance to set aside your worries and pressures, even if it's just for one day, to enjoy the company of a supportive community who are ready to help you have fun".
Brainwave mum, Rachel had this to say, "What a success the day was. To be grouped together at the Featherdale event with families we had met earlier in the year at camp was incredible, we got to build on that strong bond. My daughter Chelsea was able to collect other siblings contact details. For my girls to have that connect, a safe person to vent with is incredible. Our Facebook pages are flowing with beautiful pictures of our kids reunited".
The day ran smoothly with the help of volunteers from corporate partners, Ferrero Australia and QBE together with long standing community volunteers, Richard, Laura, Jorge, Dijana and Stephanie. We are so proud to have you as an extension of our Brainwave team, thank you for your contribution on the day and for your ongoing support of the wonderful families Brainwave supports.
The 2017 Brainwave New South Wales Family Day would not have been possible without the generous financial contribution from the Mazda Foundation. On behalf of Brainwave and the families we support - our sincere thanks.


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When you are ready to proceed with establishing a Hartsfield SSAS there is a process we will guide you through, making it as straightforward and simple as possible.
Establishing a SSAS – the process
Once you have decided to go ahead, you will be assigned a dedicated account manager who will work in partnership with you to set up your Hartsfield Small Self-Administered Scheme (SSAS). Your account manager will have detailed knowledge of your scheme – no 'i' will be left un-dotted or 't' uncrossed! We believe this partnership approach is essential to ensure everything is put in place correctly, and to your best advantage.
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Where possible, we offer a fixed fee so you have complete transparency. Our fees can either be paid from the SSAS itself, or alternatively from your company. If the latter, they then have the advantage of potentially qualifying as a tax-relievable business expense, so can be deducted against Corporation Tax. VAT can also be reclaimed.
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Distinguished by its electronic viewfinder and versatile imaging capabilities, the orange Lumix DC-TS7from Panasonic is a tough point-and-shoot camera well-suited for adventures. Featuring a durable body design, this camera is waterproof to depths up to 102', can withstand impacts from 6.6' high, is freezeproof down to 14°F, and is crushproof to up to 220 lbf. In regard to imaging, a 20.4MP High-Sensitivity MOS sensor allows capturing high-resolution stills and UHD 4K30p or 24p video. A sensitivity range from ISO 80-6400 is available, too, along with a continuous shooting rate of 10 fps for working with moving subjects. Extending the imaging versatility is a Lumix DC Vario 4.6x zoom lens, which provides a 28-128mm equivalent focal length range and has POWER O.I.S. to minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting.
Unique among rugged cameras, the TS7's built-in 1.17m-dot electronic viewfinder is especially well-suited for working in bright conditions and photographing from eye-level. Alternatively, the rear 3.0" 1.04m-dot screen is a larger means for composing and reviewing images. Built-in Wi-Fi is also available for transferring images to a mobile device for sharing.
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- Characterized by its durable, weather-proof design, the TS7 is the ideal companion for adventurers or those working in harsh conditions:
- Waterproof to 101.7' / 31m
- Shockproof from 6.6' / 2m
- Freezeproof to 14°F / -10°C
- Pressure-resistant to 220 lbf / 100 kgf
- 20.4MP MOS Sensor and UHD 4K Video Recording
- Featuring a 20.4MP MOS sensor, the TS7 can produce high-resolution still images along with UHD 4K30p or 24p videos at 100mbps. The sensor's design also affords a native sensitivity range from ISO 80-3200, and can be expanded to ISO 6400 for working in difficult lighting conditions. Additionally, the sensor and processing capabilities also afford a full-resolution 10-fps continuous shooting rate with AF-S, or 5 fps with AF Tracking, for photographing fast-moving subjects.
- Lumix DC Vario 4.6x Optical Zoom Lens and POWER O.I.S.
- The built-in zoom lens covers a wide-angle to telephoto 28-128mm equivalent focal length range to suit working in a broad array of shooting conditions. This 4.6x optical zoom can be extended to 9.1x through the use of Intelligent Zoom, or in-camera cropping is possible using the Extra Optical Zoom (EZ) function to simulate a greater reach without compromising image quality.
Benefitting the lens's reach, as well as when working in difficult lighting conditions, POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilization) compensates for the effects of camera shake to render sharper imagery when shooting handheld.
- 4K Photo Modes
- Utilizing the 4K video recording capabilities, a trio of still shooting modes are available for recording continuous 8MP stills at a 30-fps shooting rate:
- 4K Burst: Just as with video recording, this mode will allow you to continuously record 8MP images at 30 fps, making it ideal for instances where you need a fast frame rate in order to capture the best moment.
- 4K Pre-Burst: This mode is ideal for times when you're unsure of the critical moment to press the shutter button and will record 8MP images at 30 fps one second prior to and one second after pressing the shutter button in order to give you 60 frames to choose from.
- 4K Burst (S/S): This mode most closely follows the 4K video recording process, and allows you to playback your video, pause at the chosen moment, and use the shutter button to mark a chosen frame from the video and save it as a single 8MP frame.
- Body Design and Built-In Wi-Fi
- Unique for a rugged point-and-shoot, a built-in 0.2" 1.17m-dot Live View Finder is featured for high-resolution eye-level viewing. This finder is well-suited to photographing in bright light.
- Rear 3.0" 1.04m-dot LCD monitor is a large means for composing and reviewing imagery and features a tempered glass construction for durability and has automatic brightness adjustment to suit working in changing light conditions.
- Built-in Wi-Fi can be used for image transferring to your linked mobile device via the Panasonic Image App. Additionally, a paired smartphone's location information can also be embedded into image files for geotagging needs.
- An electronic compass and altimeter suit mountaineering and adventure applications.
- Integrated LED can be used to illuminate a dim scene.
- The included rechargeable lithium-ion battery offers approximately 300 shots per charge when using the rear LCD, or 250 shots per charge with the electronic viewfinder.
- Charging is supported via either AC or USB input.
- Other Camera Features
- Post Focus allows users to select the point of focus after an image has been taken.
- Creative Control Mode: Expressive, Retro, Old Days, High Key, Low Key, Sepia, Monochrome, Dynamic Monochrome, Rough Monochrome, Silky Monochrome, Impressive Art, High Dynamic, Cross Process, Toy Effect, Toy Pop, Bleach Bypass, Miniature Effect, Soft Focus, Fantasy, Star Filter, One Point Color, and Sunshine.
- Scene Guide: Clear Portrait, Silky Skin, Backlit Softness, Clear in Backlight, Relaxing Tone, Distinct Scenery, Bright Blue Sky, Romantic Sunset Glow, Vivid Sunset Glow, Glistening Water, Clear Nightscape, Cool Night Sky, Warm Glowing Nightscape, Glittering Illuminations, Handheld Night Shot, Clear Night Portrait, Soft Image of a Flower, Appetizing Food, Cute Dessert, Freeze Animal Motion, and Monochrome. Photo Style: Standard, Vivid, Natural, Monochrome, Scenery, and Portrait.
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|Image Stabilization
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|White Balance Modes
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|0.2 LVF (Live View Finder) (1,170k dots equiv.), Field of View: Approx. 100%/Magnification: Approx. 2.53x / 0.45x (35 mm camera equivalent)
|IEEE 802.11b/g/n/2412 MHz - 2462 MHz (1-11 ch)/WPA / WPA2/Infrastructure Mode / WPS
|Li-ion Battery Pack (3.6V, 1250mAh, 4.5 Wh) (Included)/USB power charging
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|Approx. 319 g with Battery and SD Memory Card
|LUMIX DC VARIO/8 elements in 10 groups/(5 aspherical lenses / 6 aspherical surfaces)
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Happy Monday everyone. I hope you had a fantastic weekend. Today I have for you a stop on the Keystone Tour. Many of you may remember my review for Cornerstone a few months ago. It was a five star indie gem! I loved this book and highly recommend you read it if you are looking for something unique. It is unlike anything I have read before! The best part is that you can get your own ebook copies for $.99. Trust me, it is a steal. For my spot on the tour today, I am excited to host the lovely Misty Provencher. She is here to share her thoughts on sequels and blind dates. Be sure to enter the giveaways!
Here is Misty:
The Intimate Trappings of the Second Book in a Series
Writing the first book in my Cornerstone Series (aptly named: Cornerstone) was cinchy. It took me four months to write from start to finish. A joy. After publishing, I began to get great reviews and enthusiastic requests from my readers. They wanted more. Book Two, where was it? As the requests poured in, I did what I assumed no other writer ever does.
I freaked out a little.
Keystone (initially called Breakstone) was about ¾ of the way written when I published Cornerstone. From the time I had begun querying Cornerstone, I had been writing Keystone on and off, which is what any agent will tell you is the hands down worst thing a writer can do. (You never work on the second book in a series until you know the first will fly. The reason being, you don't want an arsenal of dead ducks that your dog can't hunt.)
So, when Cornerstone started to get some serious reader attention, I flipped a little. Not because Keystone wasn't done yet. Not because I couldn't write it. But because of the expectations of what that second book would be shizzled my snizzles.
Finishing Keystone and putting it out into the world was a lot like a certain blind date a friend of mine talked me into once. My friend had talked up my date: he was a good guy, nice looking, nice car. (We were like, sixteen, so a nice car was as good as saying this guy had a Swiss bank account and the maturity level of Eddie Cullen.)
I fantasized, while getting ready for this date, about how this date would bloom into romance. How we'd eventually tell our grandkids about this starting point. And then the doorbell rang.
You, who have blind dated, know that this story won't end well.
Long story short: the guy was such a skeevy octo-creep, I ended up bashing him in the melon with a glass ashtray to get away from him. Good times.
Anywho, my concern for my second book was similar to what I'd learned about hoping on a blind-date star: I worried that readers who had loved Cornerstone were also busily fantasizing about how the story would continue. I worried that they might be disappointed with the direction I was going. I worried that the voice wouldn't be as poignant since there had been a lapse in time since I began writing and finished it. I worried that the story wouldn't grab readers the way Cornerstone had or that –like in the movies- the sequel would never be as good as the first.
Turns out, there's a lot that you can worry about when writing the second book.
So here's what I learned about freaking out: you can write or you can write while freaking out. Up to you. Me, I took the second option, since it's so enjoyable (sarcastic laugh). You can doubted yourself and second guess every sentence. You'll probably do a whole lot of overhauling and revisions. You might decide to rework and then pitch a zillion reworked scenes and then started over completely at least twice. (If I'd kept all my revisions and changes, the amount of paper would surely stretch, lined end to end, from my front door to Pluto, at least twice.) But the way I found to get through all the worry was to write and rewrite and do it until it feels right.
As of this writing, reader feedback has been that Keystone is a success on the reader-enjoyment scale. So looky there, my friends. To worry or not to worry- it's totally up to you. Just get the book out there so you can see what they really think.
Thank you Misty for your entertaining insight on writing sequels. For the record what exactly is an octo-creep?
You can find Misty on her blog,FB, Twitter and Goodreads.
As part of the tour I get to offer you folks a giveaway! You can win a
ebook copy of Keystone along with a signed ARC copy of Amanda Hocking's Wake. To enter just fill out the rafflecopter and check out Contest Policies. This giveaway is for U.S. residents only. In addition to this giveaway there are a couple of fantastic grand prize giveaways going on during the tour. Click on the banner for more tour stops and check out the contests. Good Luck!
Here is my review:
Keystone (Cornerstone #2) by Misty Provencher.
There's a man-made storm coming, like a rip in the world, and it's called the Cusp. Struggling to fit into the destiny she's accepted, Nalena Maxwell has been left with one objective: she must find her murdered grandfather's Memory. Stolen and hidden away by her own father over seventeen years ago, the Memory could be the key to ending the Cusp and destroying the Ianua's rival community, The Fury. Driven by each individual's selfish desires, The Fury has always lacked the loyalty and organization it needs to be an actual force of power. Until now. Someone masterminded the Fury's massive attack on the Ianua, slaughtering twelve of their thirteen community leaders, the Addos. Now there are rumors that the 13th Cura, to which Nali belongs, has gone to the Fury, manipulating the last Addo in order to control the other 12 Curas. As the Cusp brings the Fury and their own communities against them, Nalena's Cura must preserve the Ianua, but finding the key to the Cusp isn't as simple as it seems. Paperback, 259 pages Published July 31st 2012
Five stars: This book is packed full of action and originality!
Nalena is still reeling from her tragic loss. Yet, she must somehow pick up the cornerstone and complete her impressioning. Except reimpressioning is even harder and more dangerous and very seldom successful. She grits her teeth and picks up the stone and her body is immediately assaulted with fiery, mind numbing pain. She screams until her voice is hoarse and then passes out. If Nali can survive the impressioning she still has some huge obstacles to face: putting to rest a memory of a loved one, retrieving the lost memory of her grandfather, surviving the onslaught of the Fury and completing her training as a Contego. She has a full plate for someone so young. The paper hoarding days might be a thing of the past, but her problems are even greater. Can Nali become a Contego and find her grandfather's memory?
What I Liked:
- I liked that book picks up right after the stunning events at the conclusion of Cornerstone. Book two begins with a fierce bite as it immediately plunges its teeth into your head and hangs on until the final pages! This book is jammed packed full of action. There were numerous heart pounding scenes that I couldn't read fast enough as I was so worried for the safety of the characters I have grown to love. Have you ever read a scene so fast while your pulse races and then find once you get to the end of the scene you have to go back and recheck some things because your adrenaline was spiking and you were reading in mega fast speed? This happened to me a couple of times. The action was so good!
- I loved the way the members of the Ianua say goodbye to loved ones. They have a special ceremony that ensures their memories will be secure and that the deceased will always be a part of them, so once the ceremony is complete, they no longer miss their loved ones. I was blown away by this idea and thought it was touching and amazing!
- I liked that Nalena continues to grow. She is beginning to shed some of her insecurities and self doubt as she trains to become Contego, a protectorate. Yet, she still has moments where she wavers and questions herself and her new found abilities. I like that she is slow to evolve into a Contego. Her flashes of fear and self deprecation remind us that she is entirely human and vulnerable and it made me like her all the more. I am enjoying watching her journey and seeing her grow. There are some instances where she displays that it is no fluke that she is Contego.
- I particularly enjoy how the romance is developing in this one. It is a deep and thorough connection. Garrett is still just wonderful and I admired his patience and willingness to give Nali her space as was needed. The romance is in someways a slow burner, but in other ways not. It is a mature relationship that blossomed from a hesitant friendship. I look forward to seeing how it continues to strengthen as it progresses.
- All my favorite characters were back, Nali, Garrett, Sean and Addo. I liked that I got to know them even better. Addo was still calm, practical and funny even when his back was up against the wall. He is one of the most unique guru type characters I have encountered. I love that he continues to sport his unfashionable wardrobe (sweats, tube socks and sandals) and he munches lots of cookies. He provides the bright spot in the middle of the chaos. Sean steps up and takes on some new responsibilities as well, and I was so excited to see his path since he is one of my favorite characters. I also enjoyed getting to know Sean and Mark, the two younger Reese boys, better. They are exuberant young teenagers, but when the chips fall they step up and do their part and show no fear. I really liked that! Finally, I met a new character Nok, a Veritas, he was very interesting to say the least!
- I liked that certain characters ended up surprising me at the end. One with a change of heart and willingness to help, and another that takes a stand and goes against the wishes of the Fury at great peril to himself. It is always nice to see people change for the better.
- I continued to be impressed by the uniqueness of the story line and the world building in this series. It takes a lot to amaze me these days, but this series does just that. If you are looking for something that is incredibly unique check out this series!
And The Not So Much:
- I have few criticisms for this book. I find, though, at times I am still struggling a bit to see the full picture when it comes to the intricate workings of the Iuana and the branches. More details are emerging so I know that I need to just settle in and be patient. The Veritas are still a little muddled for me. They are a group of small people that burrow underground. I would love to get a better peek into their family structures and lifestyles.
- This book races along at a break neck speed and there is a lot of detail and revelations to soak up. It does get a bit complex at times, so it is best to read when you are completely focused so that you don't miss pertinent information.
- Ms. Provencher has her own unique writing style that I thoroughly enjoy. However, she tends to incorporate similes and metaphors that at times are a bit jarring because they are so different. Sometimes they really work and at other times, I was a bit befuddled by her choice of descriptions. This by no means is a big issue, just an observation. Perhaps, paring a bit on the eccentric comparisons would make the story flow a bit better.
- This one ends on a bit of a cliffhanger. Granted, it isn't one that is painful and horrendous by any means and I was certainly satisfied that I had the answers to the pressing questions that were presented in this one. Misty does leave the reader on edge, though worrying about the safety of some of the characters!
The Cornerstone Series is one that swept me up in its creativity and originality. It has an intricate story line along with genuine and like able characters! I love the characters in this series, they already feel like fast friends. If you are wanting to read something that will challenge your imagination and get you excited, do yourself a favor and check out these books! I am already eagerly looking forward to the next book!
Favorite Quotations:
"He smiles when he sees my eyelashes flutter. In the candlelight, his eyes are the color of rain."
"Standing isn't supposed to be an extreme sport, Nali."
"The real, bitter pill is that every moron you encounter is actually here to make you less of one."
"She'll be everywhere you look, Nalena," Addo gives my arm a gentle squeeze before he moves away. "So be sure to keep your head up instead of staring at the potholes."
"My hands are in his hair. There's a girl in his kiss who laughs like wind chimes and who says the smartest things and whose eyes are as natural as the Earth. I could be jealous of her. If she wasn't me."
"The air inside it smells like it's been lying around on the floor for years."
"The world I just signed on for is crumbling as I stand on its threshold. Everything is changing and it seems like this is all my fault."
"The dented mini bus that lurches up to the curb looks like a death trap. And the guy driving it looks like a crazy-haired sock puppet in a black leather jacket. His head is a dark pile of spiral locks, like unraveled yarn."
"The clear blue of his eyes erases the shame and the scribbles. Looking into his eyes, it's like my life lays itself out between us, a sprawling treasure map, and the dotted line that I'm supposed to follow leads straight to him."
"It'd be reasonable to be sad, but I felt totaled. There was a whole world of air, but without you there, I couldn't breathe any of it in."
"There is a suggestion in his tone, a tiny chocolate curl at the end, like a dessert you shouldn't eat after a big dinner."
"What kind of place is this? It's like miles of groundhog-day-houses."
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.


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Covenant's collection of nineteen stained glass windows includes the work of renowned artists Louis Comfort Tiffany, John La Farge, Henry Lee Willet, and Nicola D'Ascenzo.
During the last century, the beauty and inspirational effect of the cathedral that houses Covenant Presbyterian Church has been enhanced by the addition of stained glass
windows. It took sixty years to complete the stained glass windows around the nave as a panorama of the earthly life of Jesus.
The life of Jesus windows generally followed realistic renditions of figures in the Renaissance manner. However, the D'Ascenzo transept window returned to a 13th century use of medallion style, known not only for beauty of coloring and decorative effect, but also as a medium of religious instruction.
Seeing these differences in style presents an opportunity to observe the changes in content, technique and imagery in the art of stained glass, as well as an opportunity to compare windows of 1908 with windows of 1968, of Tiffany in 1910 with D'Ascenzo in 1929. Most importantly, it allows visitors to see how the designs successfully combine ancient symbolism with more modern imagery to portray, in an inspiring way, some of the outstanding characters and incidents of the Bible.
The first 6 windows are the easiest to view up close. They are located under the balconies.
(1) Jesus Knocking at the Door (2) Jesus and Disciples at Emmaus (3) The Boy Jesus in the Temple
(4) The Good Shepherd (5) Jesus Blessing the Children (6) The Good Samaritan
The windows of the nave represent major themes in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ.
(7) The Healing Ministry of Jesus (8) The Garden of Gethsemane (9) Triumphal
Entry to Jerusalem
(10) The Last Supper (11) The Ascension (12) The Resurrection
(13) The Sermon on the Mount (14) The Nativity (15) The Annunciation
(16) The Scranton Window (17) Christ and the Woman at the Well
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Beginning on Friday last week, Mr 18 started a whirlwind weekend/early week. He's got the senior year busy going on. Friday was a normal school day followed by a plethora of activities that had to get done. Saturday was a day filled with the well put off chores that the Captains of the swim team needed to do before the banquet, which was Saturday evening. The guys had to buy coaches gifts, vote on awards for each member. (The captains give the funny/weird/embarrassing awards like the "I'll Watch Out for Your Little Sister Award" and the "I Suck at Halo 1, 2 and 3 Award.") It took them half the afternoon to come up with an award for each member, but when they handed them out, it was hilarious, lots of blushing boys. The banquet lasted a few hours and was followed by the need to go out in a snowstorm and hang out with the guys. Sunday morning arrived bright and early with Mr 18 headed out to mass and finally packing for his 3 day trip. He also had the need to take his younger girlfriend out to lunch before he left at 1:00 p.m. because "we'll be apart for 3 days!" He made it to the bus with less than a minute to spare.
Mr 18 and the rest of the FBLA group headed out to the State Capital for 3 days of classes, testing and dancing. I think most of the time was spent horsing around with the dart guns they purchased, but overall I think a good time was had by all. They were close enough to walk to a few good restaurants and even to the mall: teen heaven apparently.
Yesterday as awards were being handed out Mr 18 shot a text off to me: "I just won a 500 dollar scholarship for my marketing test!" Then about 20 minutes later the next text arrived: "April Fool!" Fortunately I hadn't checked my texts in between the arrival times, so I was no one's April Fool!
The bus carrying the FBLA squad loaded up yesterday during the early afternoon and proceeded to drive a few hours to drop off the tracksters who needed to run at an indoor meet last evening. Mr 18 had also remembered to pack his uniform and his running flats, but had forgotten to inform his parents of this twist in the plan. Luckily at the last minute I got another text letting me know of that plan and the tracksters were dropped off at the meet, commenced with their running/throwing/jumping and hopped on yet another bus to come home at 10:45 p.m. last night.
What a whirlwind! I am frankly shocked that he remembered everything he would need and even more shocked that so far it looks like everything made it home with him along with a full size poster of an interestingly dressed NAS energy drink girl.
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Guilty until proven innocent. Or more to the point: illegal until proven innocent.
That's what the racist immigration law signed by Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer last Friday does to the people of that state. Now, anyone can be stopped by the police at any time and for no reason other than the color of their skin. They can be questioned about their immigration status and forced to carry papers 24 hours a day.
Ironically, it was Fox News anchor Shepard Smith, not exactly an immigrant advocate, who best defined the already infamous SB1070 as the "breathing while Latino law."
It "sounds a lot like the old 'driving while black' law," Smith correctly pointed out, referring to a time when African-American drivers were allegedly stopped by New Jersey State Police in inordinate numbers.
Rep. Charles Rangel (D-Harlem) asked the relevant questions: "Tell me, how does an undocumented person look? What does an illegal look like? And how far will one go to prove it?"
Obviously, in Arizona some are willing to go as far as ignoring the Constitution, trampling human rights and becoming a police state.
The new law forces the local police to question people about their immigration status if they suspect they are in the U.S. illegally. That's the same as saying if you "look foreign," you can be asked for "your papers, please."
You don't have to be a rocket scientist to realize that SB1070 makes racial profiling and discrimination the law of the land in the state of the former maverick, John McCain.
While speaking about undocumented immigrants, the old senator once said, "We need to sit down as Americans and recognize these are God's children as well." It now appears McCain has joined the sorry conga line of immigrant bashers and become a big supporter of SB1070.
But let's not be too harsh on McCain's flip-flopping. He is after all fighting for his political life in a GOP primary against J.D. Hayworth, a conservative with extreme anti-immigrant views. And if in order to get Arizona Republicans to vote for him, the good senator has to betray God's children, so be it. Sad.
"Unfortunately, Arizona is just one example of the toxic climate immigrants now encounter," said Angela Fernandez, executive director of the Northern Manhattan Coalition for Immigrant Rights.
Yet, much to the chagrin of the menagerie of assorted proto-fascists, spineless politicians, white supremacists and professional hate-mongers that are salivating at the prospect of legal racial-profiling and discrimination against Latinos, SB1070 could be a blessing in disguise for immigrants.
For one, it has made clearer than ever that the foot-dragging on immigration reform by Congress and President Obama has to stop. Also, anger among immigrants and their supporters has injected a new militancy into the movement for immigrant rights.
Since Brewer signed the law, organizers have seen a huge rise in the numbers planning to join the nationwide demonstrations on May 1 - a designated day of activism for immigrant rights.
In New York, the two biggest rallies will take place at Union Square and Foley Square.
"The only way to respond to this un-American legislation and stem the ugly tide of criminalization of immigrants is for the President to take bold executive action to stop the senseless deportations and exert leadership on enacting just and humane immigration reform," said Chung-Wha Hong, executive director of the New York Immigration Coalition.
It will not happen without the tireless commitment of immigrants and progressive Americans.


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I didn't see it coming but when it hit me, I realised that I absolutely love the new redesign of Namcheap.com. In fact, the redesign is quite long overdue….they should have done this way earlier.
Here is the web design of Namecheap, prior to 2011.
This is the new redesign, conforming with current web design standards and Web 2.0 trends.
Despite the release of fresh air, I don't understand why some people are complaining about it. Its quite beyond my ken to understand why anyone would dislike the new redesign and prefer the old, drab look.76 Comments
In this video, Matt Cutts answers a question from a viewer regarding techniques on building backlinks to your site. It is important to note that having original content in your site seems to be a major factor in link-building.40 Comments
Last week, I found out that Google is holding a Google Analytics Master Class on Actionable Insights at the Hilton Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. In plain English, this means that Google is holding a seminar with tips and insights from their speakers on how to better utilise the Google Analytics tool that is provided by Google.
Well, I registered for a RSVP and today, I received this confirmation letter from Google.
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Thank you for your rsvp. This is to confirm your seat at the event.
If you are bringing a colleague along, please encourage them to register before Thu, 4 March. The more the merrier! Otherwise you may contact us at +603-2283-4288 or +6016- 336-3057.
Please print this confirmation for registration at the event.
So yes, it looks like I will be going to learn more about Google Analytics. I've always wanted to learn how I can effectively utilise it in order to improve my SERPs and traffic to my blog(s). Did you receive a RSVP for the Master Class? Let me know. See you there!47 Comments


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Havahart® Medium 1-Door Trap Catching mid-sized animal pests can be tricky, but with the Havahart® Medium 1-Door trap, you can confidently capture squirrels, rabbits, or skunks before they cause damage to your landscape, build nests in your home, or spray curious pets or children. Trapping animal pests in a humane manner, in a way that's safe both for you and the animal, is the specialty of Havahart®. Using this trap, you can confidently remove pests from your property and release them far away from settled areas.
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Simple to Operate This Havahart® Medium trap is designed for animals larger than rodents, such as rats and mice, but smaller than a raccoon or armadillo. Using the correct size trap ensures that you can catch the right animal. This trap is simple to set. Using the elongated lever, set the trap in the open position and add a small amount of food for bait. Your instruction manual has bait recommendations for the type of animal you wish to catch. Once the animal is inside, the door closes automatically, trapping the animal without the use of chemicals or adhesive traps.
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Does not work with Armadillos. Hid the cage under canopy to keep the stress down. They can push the door up and bend the rods. Rods that hold the door down in locked position are too weak. Bought if for that specific animal.
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I never write reviews, but this live trap was so awesome I had to write. For two summers I have been dealing with rabbits eating my flowers and had to put up fencing to prevent it. This year they started eating my grass and making brown patches. I was fed up. So, I bought this trap, baited with spinach, carrots and apples, and within three days I caught 4 rabbits and released them in the country. No more rabbits. Grass is greening up. Easiest and most effective thing I have ever bought. Can use it over and over again if necessary. Hope this review helps someone else like me.
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THe raccoons in my area are trap-savvy. There is no bait I know of that can induce them to enter the trap.
Hello Jack - Thank you for sharing this feedback. We're sorry to hear that the local raccoons are a little wary of traps. We recommend camouflaging the trap with sticks or leaves to make it look more a part of their environment. You may also be suprised as to how crazy for marshmellows raccoons can be! Please reach out to us at 1-855-5-HAVAHART (1-855-542-8242) with any questions.
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Trying to catch a mother cat to keep her with her kittens, and the cage won't lock once it snaps shut! This is endangering these 3 week old babies because we can't trap their mom! She's gotten out 3 times! Go to a local animal shelter and use one of their traps for a cat, this trap is a waste of $65 and is endangering these babies!
We're sorry to hear the momma cat keeps escaping! Please contact our Consumer Relations Team at 1-855-5-HAVAHART (1-855-542-8242) for assistance with this trap.
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Well made trap, except for the door spring. The spring is a flat piece of tin, about 5/8" wide and it has broken. Rendering the trap useless. Haven't been able to find a part ordering site on the web.
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Bought this locally and it worked well but I only set with one door open. I cannot figure out where to place the food for double door opening that doesn't allow the cat to bypass the trigger step. Any input would be appreciated. I personally love the easy set & release because my daughter who is four helps me release feral cats and this feature keeps her safe! She knows exactly how to pull the lever back to open the door! It does make me nervous sometimes after a cat is trapped that he will escape - but it hasn't happens yet! Thanks
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There is an apparent production issue with the locking bar and it's alignment to the door lock bar (plastic strip on the door). The tolerance is too tight - so when the bar drops it lays on top of the plastic door strip instead of locking in above it. This means the door can be pushed from the inside and opened. This has happened to me twice now - both instances observed on game camera. Bait gone - door down but no animal inside... the possum was able to push the door from the inside and walk out as seen on camera. This baffles me that a product so simple in construction could have such an obvious flaw. Very disappointing - I ended up contacting a control service and paid over $500 to trap the animals just out of frustration and lack of time to continue working with a faulty trap. I don't usually write reviews about products but this one floored me. I think it would be a great product otherwise. My suggestion if you purchase this product is to set it up, trip the door and make sure it latches before you bait and set You may have a dud just like the one I purchased.
Hello David - Thank you for sharing this feedback. We apologize that this occurred and have shared these comments and concerns with our Product Manager for review. Our traps are covered under a one year replacement policy. Please reach out to us directly at 1-855-5-HAVAHART (1-855-542-8242) for assistance.
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caught 1 possum 4 rabbits and 6 squirrels
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Highly recommend this trap - so easy to use and effective. Our small garden has been ravaged by squirrels and since we bought this trap 5 days ago have caught and relocated 6 squirrels. no 7 lining up!


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For girls, in addition to clothes in the closet, good-looking shoes are also essential spices in life. What are the pointed flats that look good? Here are some good looking pointed flat shoes based on my daily wear experience. I like the little fairies to look down~
I especially like this flat shoe with a big gold buckle design, it will be very temperament. In the picture, these big round buckle pointed flat shoes are especially good-looking. The pointed flat shoes can extend the leg lines and lengthen the lower body. The design of the round buckle looks elegant.
There are also many little fairies who like this strappy point flats. This pair of burgundy pointed flats has a strap design that will make people feel more mature and more sophisticated.
The semi-tipped pointed shoes are also the ones that the little fairies love. Half-tipped flat-toe pointed shoes will be especially comfortable and casual, and the choice of street trips is very good~


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Assalamulaikum Dan Salam Inspirasi Buat Semua Saudaraku…
Semalam heboh kat Facebook satu otai Fotografer pasal Nikon bagi menang pada gambar yang diedit dengan photoshop. Dan ramai lah mula bertekak semalam bukan pasal gambar tapi pasal brand.
Saya bukan pandai sangat pasal Fotografi tapi meminati dan ada lah ilmu sikit sikit. Banyak dan Pro tu tidak lah. Yang menjadi persoalan saya:
- Dimana fokus point dia?
- Berapa lama dia tunggu?
- Macamana dia dapat mengagak flight akan lalu?
Persoalan itu telah terjawab apabila lelaki tersebut iaitu Chay Yu Weiwon tampil memohon maaf dalam akaun instagram nya:
This goes out to everyone who has seen my Chinatown plane post. I'm sorry! This is going to be quite a read so that's the first thing I would like you to read if you don't have time to read below; I would like to apologize for the mistake I have done.
However, I made a mistake by not keeping it to Instagram as a casual social media platform. I crossed the line by submitting the photo for a competition. I meant it as a joke and I'm really sorry to Nikon for disrespecting the competition. It is a mistake and I shouldn't have done that. I also shouldn't have jokingly answered Nikon that I caught the plane in mid-air and should have just clarified that the plane was edited in using PicsArt. This is my fault and I sincerely apologise to Nikon, to all Nikon Photographers, and to the photography community as general."
Dan yang lagi best isu ini telah menjadi satu jenaka di laman sosial jom layan gambar-gambar yang telah di edit sama oleh netizen.
Dan ini kenyataan dari pihak Nikon:
"We have taken in every feedback received, and we sincerely apologise for the oversight on our part. We are now in the process of carefully revisiting the contest's rules and regulations, for the benefit of all our current NikonCaptures members. "
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Carl Sagan was an American cosmologist and author from New York. He is most famous for his books Pale Blue Dot, Cosmos and Contact. His public television series, Cosmos: A Personal Voyage, was the most popular series in public television history at the time of its broadcast. It remains the most watched public access series in history
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"The peace that Christ gives is not a passive peace."
Pastor King Duncan
It was a great gathering of worship yesterday. Rich music, deep preaching and the Word of God reached into hearts. In the midst of life, in the midst of struggles and suffering and chaos and despair, Jesus reaches in to offer a drink of fresh water giving peace and hope. And the promise that he will be with us. Always. We get a better boat with Jesus to ride the waves.
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Visit of the Relic of St. Theresa of Avila, September 29, 2014 – October 3, 2014, STC Chapel
We welcome in our midst St. Theresa of Avila, the founder of the Order of Discalced Carmelites in the form of her relic. She tours around as preparation for the celebration of her 500th birthday on March 28, 2015.
In her lifetime she was known to be a woman who had developed a very deep relationship with Jesus that to her Jesus is enough and nothing else matters. To sustain this relationship, she spent more time during the day in prayerful silence simply enjoying the presence of Jesus in her inmost self. She had put all these experiences in writing from which the whole Catholic Church ha d learned much. This beautiful relationship was shown in her way of relating joyfully, warmly and humbly with others. She was also the kinds of woman who was determined to pursue with all her might to obey Jesus no matter how difficult the situations were in performing her mission of leading the Discalced Carmelites toward God. All these, made Pope Paul VI declare her as the first woman doctor of the Church on September 27, 1970.
We are so lucky to be graced with valuable presence of our school patroness in our midst for few days. May her visit inspire us to grow closer to Jesus as we continue to spend more time with him in prayerful silence so that with his guidance we may become good children of God hoping that one day we can be worthy to join Jesus with our patroness St. Teresa in heaven.


text: ejessen 0 Report post Posted March 2, 2011 I found the "UVM Interface VC Compliance Checks" (uvm_compliance.docx). I very much liked it, but I found: PKDF [Recommended] Valid distribution format—verify that the package is distributed according to UVM recommendations, as a compressed tar file with the name including the package name and the version number: <package>_version_<version>.tar.gz My questions are: 1) Where are the UVM recommendations on package format/directory structure? I looked in the various docs on uvmworld, but couldn't find anything obvious. 2) Are there any free automated tools that do these compliance checks? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites


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The repercussions of teen dating violence are impo ssible to ignore – they hurt not just the young people victimized but also their families\, friends\, schools and communities. Throughout February\, organizations and individuals nationwide are coming together to highlight the need to educate young people about dating violence\, teach healthy re lationship skills and prevent the devastating cycle of abuse. With their a dult allies\, youth activists achieved a major victory in 2005 and 2013 wh en the importance of addressing teen dating abuse was highlighted in the r eauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act.\n
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Built On Vision, creator of the first and only Cloud-based project-management-and-controls software for the construction and other industries, has announced that its software now has the capability automatically to translate schedules from any language in the world into any other language.
The California-based company's self-titled software provides users of scheduling software such as Oracle's Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project with key enhancements that significantly improve schedule analysis, access to data and accuracy.
The project portfolio management software, which has been lauded as a "crystal ball for construction" by Constructech Magazine, assimilates data from traditional job management systems, providing users with instant insights into factors like cash flow, cost and forecast ability that help, or hold back, a project.
The new translation feature will enable international construction companies to use English-based scheduling and forecasting software. Within minutes, schedules can be translated into English, meaning there is a reduced need for construction outfits to reply on intermediaries such as consultants and translators. Following the translation process, the software inputs schedules into traditional systems like Oracle Primavera P6 using Built On Vision technology to run analyses to identify problems and improve efficiencies.
Lingua Franca To Save Millions
Scheduling is a hugely important factor for industries such as construction, oil and manufacturing. According to Built On Vision's research, only 2.5% of construction firms complete their projects on time and on budget, with delays causing severe and costly problems. One out of six projects experiences a 70% schedule overrun and cost overruns of 200%, equating to an average of $167 million. A delay of just one day can incur an average overhead cost to the contractor and owner of $64,000.
"The new translation feature overcomes the major language barrier facing firms responsible for large, international infrastructure projects and provides a way for teams to collaborate rapidly and successfully," said Michael Saddik, Built On Vision's CEO.
"With translation capabilities, this software enables multilingual teams to use the top scheduling and forecasting sgystems, immediately improving their chances of meeting timelines and budgets. We've been impressed by the response from international firms in geographic areas experiencing significant development, including Australia and numerous Asian regions."
According to a report, the global Cloud-based workload scheduling software market is predicted to see healthy growth within the forecast period of 2019-2026, with a compound annual growth rate of 9.35%. This rising market value is thought to be due to increasing adoption of Cloud-based services by multinational enterprises.
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Built On Vision is the only product in the world to offer this translation tool for scheduling software, project management and forecasting software. The latest feature marks the first rollout of the company's international strategy.
The translation tool was developed to meet the needs of a major international construction project in Europe and its success has led to integration into the core product. So far, the software has translated more than one million words into English.
Project managers can use Built On Vision to update and share data immediately, whether on a PC, Mac or mobile device, from wherever they are. The software also automatically synchronizes data for large, geographically-dispersed projects.
Among the tools the software offers are cash-flow simulations to analyze a single schedule or compare alternative schedules; importing financial data from external sources such as enterprise resource planning (ERP) or job costing; associating financial data with schedule data for cause-and-effect analyses; extensive filtering and segmenting of data for project components, and generating graphs and spreadsheets for further analysis and decision-making.
The company was founded in 2015 by several software engineers and construction experts who were keen to plug the gaps in the landscape of tools used for project controls analysis. Based in Laguna Beach, California, Built On Vision is a global winner of the Red Herring Top 100 awards, which celebrates the best startups from Asia, Europe and the Americas.


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It's hard to sum up an entire year into a single blog post, so instead, I've decided to write 2018 her own letter (2018 is a she in my mind).
Dear 2018,
I started off with such high hopes for you, but how can I put so much pressure on a year. It simply cannot be all good or all bad.
There are 31,536,000 seconds in a year. 525,600 minutes, 8760 hours, 365 days. I think about how easily one single day can go from terrible to amazing or vice versa, it can feel like the longest day ever or the shortest. Time can feel like it's going by so fast or like it's dragging on for an eternity. I think about how I've spent an entire day accomplishing absolutely nothing but watching tv, or on another day I could go to the gym, see friends, go to class, finish an assignment, go to work, and watch a movie all in the span of 24 hours.
So 2018, you were not all good or all bad, you were very much both. And for that, I'd like to say both thank you and fuck you. I was given some amazing opportunities, did some amazing things. I also had some hardships, faced the lowest my depression has ever been.
I truly do believe though that I grew more in this past year than in any other. I learned more about myself, what I need, what I can handle, and what I can overcome. I also met some amazing people because of you, 2018. I was able to spend time with those I love and hold dear.
2018, I can't say I will miss you. But you taught me well, you took from me what I no longer needed and gave to me a version of myself I never knew could exist. However it's time to say goodbye and see what 2019 has in store. I won't lie, I hope she's a little easier on me than you were. I hope I get to travel more, I hope I will finish my degree, I hope I will get a job as a paramedic, I hope I read more, I hope I paint more, I hope I am able to write more blog posts, I hope I see my friends and family more, I hope I am able to appreciate more.
Thank you for everything (sort of), you will not be missed because I honestly am looking forward to this next chapter in my life.


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Excerpt from the opening credits of 'Fire from the Heartland.' [Source: Adrienne Royer]A new political film from conservative activist group Citizens United labels President Obama a "gangsta," and compares him to a Chicago mobster. The film, titled Fire from the Heartland: the Awakening of the Conservative Woman, is ostensibly a celebration of conservative women, but spends much of its runtime attacking Obama and his administration's policies. The film is written, directed, and co-produced by Stephen Bannon, who co-founded the National Tea Party Federation in April in part to combat charges that tea party organizations promote racism (see June 30, 2009, July 27, 2009, July 28, 2009, August 4, 2009, and August 11, 2009). The film profiles 15 female conservative politicians, pundits, and tea party activists, including Ann Coulter, Michelle Malkin, S.E. Cupp, Dana Loesch, Michelle Easton, Sonnie Johnson, Jenny Beth Martin, Michelle Moore, Jamie Radtke, Deneen Borelli, Janine Turner, and House members Jean Schmidt (R-OH), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), and Michele Bachmann (R-MN). Bannon says that the goal of the film is for moderate and independent women viewers to watch the film and then say, "[T]hese women are not the crazy harridans they are portrayed as on TV." The film quotes African-American conservative Sonnie Johnson, the president of the black conservative Frederick Douglass Foundation, as saying, "If you come from the street… you know Obama has a lot of gangsta in him." Johnson, a prominent member of Virginia tea party organizations, is using a slang term for "gangster," indicating that Obama is similar to African-American street criminals who belong to gangs such as the Crips and the Bloods. Johnson's characterization is echoed in the film by Bachmann, who says, "This administration has embraced something called gangster government." Bannon juxtaposes the two women's comments with black and white footage of African-American gangsters with guns. One segment of the film shows a convenience store clerk being robbed at gunpoint; reporter Garance Franke-Ruta writes that "the narrative makes clear the man with the gun embodies the government." [Plum Line, 9/24/2010]
Entity Tags: Deneen Borelli, Sonnie Johnson, Stephen Bannon, Citizens United, Barack Obama, Ann Coulter, Dana Loesch, Michelle Moore, S.E. Cupp, Michelle Easton, Janine Turner, Jamie Radtke, Garance Franke-Ruta, Michelle Malkin, Cynthia Lummis, Michele Bachmann, Jean Schmidt, Jenny Beth Martin
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The online news site Daily Beast writes that the tea party movement that once swept American politics seems to be "losing… steam." Reporter Patty Murphy writes: "Gone is the white-hot rage that famously defined the town hall meetings of August 2009 and sent incumbents from both parties packing a year later. In its place is… lingering frustration and continued anger with Washington, but a growing realization within the upstart movement that sustaining a revolution is harder than starting it—and that merely electing conservatives doesn't guarantee they'll buck the system they promised to overthrow." Utah tea party member Jerry Stotler blames the lawmakers elected as a result of tea party activism. Speaking of a recent budget compromise between Congressional Republicans and Democrats, he says: "One of the most powerful words in the English language is 'no.' The tea party has failed to use their power of 'no.' If they would've just stood strong on their principles, this [compromise] wouldn't have happened." Murray notes that many of the tea party's favorite lawmakers, such as Representative Jason Chaffetz (R-UT), organization leader and 2012 House candidate Jamie Radtke (R-VA), and Governor Paul LePage (R-ME), are disappointing followers. Chaffetz has chosen not to run against Senator Orrin Hatch (R-UT), Radtke is struggling for momentum against George Allen (R-VA) in the 2012 Senate race, and LePage has endorsed moderate Senator Olympia Snowe (R-ME) instead of Snowe's more conservative challengers. One Republican aide says incumbents like Hatch, Snowe, and Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) are working harder to curry favor among tea party activists. Graham tells Murray: "The tea party has added an energy on the big issues we haven't had before. These people are fearless.… [T]hey're doing the nation a great service." But Graham, like some other Republicans, is showing a willingness to buck tea party ideology at times; for example, he insists that he is "for clean air and clean water," a direct rebuke to the tea party's stated desire to abolish the Environmental Protection Agency and its opposition to any dealings with "climate change" science. Graham tells Murray that the tea party has to do more than merely oppose ideas if they want their movement to last. "The question for the tea party is, what is your vision?" he says. "I buy into their vision of limiting the size and scope of government. I've been doing that for years. The problem that parties have, tea party, Republican Party, Democratic Party, is you can disconnect yourself from the people. The tea party has got to convince people that you can find common ground." Polls show that the tea party's popularity among registered voters has dwindled dramatically since 2009; Graham, for one, is not worried about a tea party challenger when he runs for re-election in 2014. [Daily Beast, 8/25/2011]
Entity Tags: Lindsey Graham, George F. Allen, Daily Beast (.com), Jamie Radtke, Jerry Stotler, Olympia Snowe, Patty Murphy, US Senate, Paul LePage, US House of Representatives, Jason Chaffetz
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World events won't let North Americans ignore Muslims anymore. Whether those Muslims are villagers in Iraq or neighbors down the street, Breaking the Islam Code offers everyday Christians profound insight into the way Muslims think and feel.
J.D. Greear's ability to communicate challenging heart truth, plus his expertise in Christian and Islamic theology and two years' experience in a Muslim-dominated area, make him the perfect author for this empowering, insightful, reader-friendly book. It transcends traditional apologetics, focusing on helping Christians
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"We play heavy metal because our lives are heavy metal."
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An eighteen-year-old Moroccan who loves Black Sabbath. A twenty-two-year-old rapper from the Gaza Strip. A young Lebanese singer who quotes Bob Marley's "Redemption Song." They are as representative of the world of Islam today as the conservatives and extremists we see every night on the news. Heavy metal, punk, hip-hop, and reggae are each the music of protest, and in many cases considered immoral in the Muslim world. This music may also turn out to be the soundtrack of a revolution unfolding across that world.
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AH Animated – The Golf Ball Swap
Ryan: I'd just putt it right into to the blue Michael: Yeah but– I don't– Is that gonna do anything? Ryan: I don't know man, you gotta Ryan: find out!
Jack: Yeah, we don't know where it is Ryan: Who dares, wins, Michaels Geoff: *copying Ryan* "He who dares, wins, Michaels"
Ryan: Michaels? Michael: Michaels? Geoff: Yeah… Michael: I was like, what the fuck?
Ryan: Plurality of "Michael" Jack: A quote from Michael Scott Michael: Welp, going down the middle because I fucked it up! Ryan: Oh No!
Jack: Ohhhhh, Michael!
Michael: *boosh* Michael: I fucking sliced it and fucked myself Michael: Goddammit
Geoff: So, what's the deal with this v– Geoff: The "V" for– what is this? Jack: You don't wanna go down that one Ryan: "V" for victory, is where– Michael: I don't know, but I wanted to hit that one, ayy– 'cause there's a suck hole over there Geoff: There is a suck hole over there Michael: Go for it, Geoff, who gives a shit?
Ryan: Here's what you get from the left Geoff: [famous last words] I don't give a shit Michael: You got Double Bogey! Geoff: Imma go left… Geoff: I don't give a fuck…
Michael: Go left! Don't slice it Michael: like I did, though Jack: Lewis and Clark that shit, Geoff
Michael: Dammit! Michael: Actually, and uh– and– and– Geoff: What, by going left? Geoff: NASCAR
Jack: There we go Ryan: Alright Michael: Okay! Ryan: Ballbuster… aaaannndd– ohhhh, that is– Ryan: Looking good!
Michael: Yep, that's it! Michael: That is it! Ryan: That was the way to go Michael: He didn't make it, but that's still it
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Ryan: So awful!
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Ryan: That is so awful!
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Every individual aim to build a home of their dreams. The nooks and corners of which are designed to their choice and preference. While planning most people tend to ignore the most crucial aspect, i.e., pest control.
There live around 20 species of termites also known as 'white ants' and other bugs and insects that infest the house and cause substantial damage. The danger of getting the house more prone to termites and pests is during the building and remodeling process. Special care and attention are required during these times to stop their access into the home and prevent their nestling.
Signs of Bug Infestation
It is not always difficult to witness the presence of bugs and other insects. The signs of their presence are pretty prominent and can be alert warning signs to take timely action. Some of the signs are as follows –
- A peculiar smell similar to that of fungus and decay
- Visibility of white ants
- Paints start cracking
- Ceilings starting to swell up
- Signs of damage done by water
- Pipes filled with mud especially on the outside of the house
- Soil maze on Furniture
- Hollowness in the wooden furniture
Handling of Bugs during Remodeling
When talking about pest control in the house, it means getting the house rid of all kinds of the pest not just from the inside but also from the outside. Pests, termites, and bugs are found not only indoors but outdoors as well. When remodeling the home there is a lot of scope for them to birth, develop and grow. Hence taking preventive and cautionary steps is essential. Here are some ways to handle both indoor and outdoor bugs –
Indoor Handling of Bugs
● Avoid Leaving Doors Open
Considering it convenient to go in and out of the house frequently, it is a common issue of leaving the doors open while remodeling the home. These open doors, however, become welcome spots for the bugs making them fairly easy to sneak into the house.
● Do Not Leave Loose Ends
Abandoned pipes, unplugged holes, and other such outlets should be plugged or sealed off. Else such loose ends become host places for bugs to build a home of their own inside your home.
● Recognize the New Places of their Hiding
Bugs are very quick to adapt to new surroundings. They find new places and get easily comfortable there. Remodeling process gives them an opportunity to find such new places to hide and dwell. It is imperative that one recognizes such new sites that might lead to bug breeding and take appropriate care beforehand after consulting with a specialist in pest control and exterminating. Visit a pest control company in your area that specializes in conducting a thorough pest cleaning both inside and outside your house.
● Don't Linger the Project for Long
When projects take too long to complete or are put on hold for a long period, it becomes easy for the bugs to invade the home. Incomplete spaces, open endings, leave more access points for bugs to infest the place.
Outdoor Handling of Bugs
● Scrutinizing the Exterior
After the remodeling process is done, it is advised to go around the outside of the house and inspect it for any spaces that could be the budding places for bugs. It is important to do this follow up procedure to prevent potential damage to the structure from bugs.
● Take Professional Help
Taking help of a professional in handling bugs, after the remodeling process especially, is always helpful. The experts carefully examine the entire space to detect bug access points, loose ends, openings or any such other points. As the age old saying goes, 'Prevention is better than Cure.' Taking corrective steps in a timely manner prevent the possibilities of any bigger impairment in the future.
● Understand the Effect of Landscape Changes
When remodeling the house, some people also change the landscapes. New plants and trees are implanted, and these might require excessive digging and soiling. Since plants attract bugs the most, it becomes to keep a check on them upon the plantation, shifting and later on. Taking help of an expert service provider will make the task easier and understanding the effect of landscape changes on the insects.
● Phase Wise Pest Management
The task pest management and bug control must be undertaken at each stage of construction and remodeling. On a holistic view, there are ways in which this problem can be resolved before the construction begins, during the construction process and after the project has been completed.
● Before Construction Begins
Even before the construction begins, it is important to make a plan of the bug control. Work with the team of experts and professional to evaluate the measures to be taken to control pests. Pretreat some items before using and try using non-cellulose building material. Check the raw material for bugs before using it.
● During the Construction Process
During the period when construction is in full swing, it requires one to be vigilant of the bugs. Standing water, wood debris, trash cans, raw material, and other building material and equipment are some places where the bugs can be found. It is essential to mark the property and inspect the surroundings and clean up areas where the possibility of bug infestation are high.
● Upon Project Completion and Beyond
Once the construction and remodeling procedure is completed, it is best to educate oneself with the preventive steps to be taken to control bug infestation. Things like installation of sodium vapor lights to attract fewer flies, installing windows well in their frames without leaving any gaps, avoiding plants and trees that attract a lot of bugs and pests, practicing sanitation will leave little to no room for bugs to breed and grow.
The remodeling of the home is a tedious, costly and time-consuming procedure. It is not something that one undertakes on a regular basis, and hence it becomes all the more important to build a space that will last longer and withstand the harsh weather conditions. To have a healthy exterior, strong internal strength is required. The presence of bugs weakens the internal strength. Hence appropriate steps must be taken to handle bugs.


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MHA Larking Gowen on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
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25/06/2019 - MHA Larking Gowen
A ground-breaking flexible working initiative from Chartered Accountants, MHA Larking Gowen, has this month received national recognition from Working Families – an organisation encouraging flexible and employee-friendly work places across the UK.
Named national winners of the Working Families Best Practice Award for Best Flexible Working, the award establishes the East Anglian-based accountancy and business advisory group at the forefront of new thinking on the relationship between employers, employees, and their work.
"We are proud to have won the Working Families Best Practice Award for Best Flexible Working initiative", says Amanda Ninham, Head of HR at MHA Larking Gowen who, along with her team and a pilot group, developed the programme, "the ability to flex around our people's daily demands supports our wellbeing commitment, and we're delighted that our approach is recognised as best practice in the UK."
The company's flexible working initiative, which included an office redesign to incorporate quiet space, hot desks, and collaborative working space, was developed through consultation with the pilot group, and followed a successful trial.
"Over a third of our employees now work flexibly," continues Amanda Ninham, "employee surveys show greater levels of happiness and engagement. Agile working options include flexitime, compressed, part-time and annualised hours, term-time working, remote working, and alternative office spaces."
Amanda Ninham says that the benefits to both our people and the business have been profound; "employee sickness and unplanned absences have dropped, so has the need for costly overtime and time-off-in-lieu, and benefits have been seen in an increase to chargeable time. We encourage teams to meet once a month, use internet and Bluetooth technology to support communication between team members, and have a social fund to develop stronger team bonds. In addition, we continue to get positive feedback from clients, as well as new recruits," she concludes.
Emma Arthurton, a Manager at MHA Larking Gowen, is one of the employees to benefit from the award-winning approach. "I work part-time annualised hours, so instead of worrying about hitting a set number of hours a week I have an annual target and can decide my working pattern. Generally, I work term-time and have school holidays off. It takes careful planning to ensure I can still meet clients' needs and I make sure it works. This is the most important part of my employment. It's worth far more to me than money."
"I congratulate MHA Larking Gowen, and all the winners of this year's Best Practice Awards," says Jane van Zyl, Chief Executive of Working Families, "We applaud all the employers recognised for taking creative approaches to embedding flexibility, building supportive cultures, and listening to and learning from their employees."
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PHOTOS: The Southern Exposure Tour Comes Home
After two weeks on the road together, hundreds of miles logged, and countless memories made, Alex Mery & The Townsmen and Zach Russack brought their Southern Exposure Tour home on Sunday.
After two weeks on the road together, hundreds of miles logged, and countless memories made, Alex Mery & The Townsmen and Zach Russack brought their Southern Exposure Tour home on Sunday.
This has been the experience of a lifetime.
Distressed chalk work? Nah. This sign is a result of torrential downpours and a thunderstorm that hit Philly tonight right as I was parking our truck/trailer a mile away from the venue for our evening performance. This is all probably a result of my aforementioned "decent weather" from my accounts of Day #11. Now, let's rewind…
Today was a long trek across most of Ohio and PA, from Cincinnati to Harrisburg. We stopped along the way to replenish our souls with Cinnabon, but otherwise, we drove straight through smushed into the good ol' Chevy Silverado. Being in such close quarters for the past eleven days has been enlightening. Aside from ridiculous traffic earlier in the tour, we didn't have any troubles on this particular venture, and honestly have experienced some pretty fantastic weather throughout. Upon arriving at Zeroday Brewing however, that changed. The skies dumped a fun amount of rain right on us as we unloaded our gear.
Once we set up, and dried off a little, we had a comfortable show. Knowing that we are back in PA and had a supportive crowd there, along with some familiar faces and friends, was a refreshing experience for all of us. We enjoyed some craft beer along with the appropriately named "Large Ass Pretzel". We also added some flavor to our show with special guest singer Cat Cirotti and a duo between Alex Mery and Zach Russack.
Tonight, we hit Philly as we head closer to home. Honestly, I'm experiencing bittersweet emotions as the end of our grand adventure is coming to a close. We have all shared some amazing moments together, and I will miss spending every day exploring, playing music, and just enjoying life with these fellas, but it's also time to return to normalcy.
BUT, enough of that sappy business. Onward and east toward Philly we go!
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Today, we spent a few hours in the car traveling through the rest of West Virginia and Kentucky, before finally arriving in Ohio. We had a double-header today in Cincinnati, starting out with a gig at Sitwell's Coffeehouse. This intimate, low-key environment was a perfect start to our day, with a few light tunes accompanied by delicious food.
Howdy, y'all! Zach and Alex here again, coming to you now from the vast, woodsy expanse of West Virginia, where we're pretty sure we saw a grand total of five towns once we hit the WV border from Nashville. But what sights they were! Being in all that open country and winding highways reminded the two of us of driving through Vermont. What a beaut!
This morning, we went on some individual adventures throughout Nashville before eventually running into each other and catching a fun photo with a historical statue in the area. Then, we spent some time lounging around the pool and resting before our official Nashville gig. Once we loaded up the car and headed to Drifters BBQ, we were golden… until we opened the trailer.
After a late night of some good old fashioned board games and some much needed sleep, we ventured to Nashville! On our way there, Zach and I attempted to get on the list for an open mic at The Bluebird Cafe, while the Alex/Alex duo navigated our wagon across time zones.
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Hello hello! Alex Mery and Matthew Anderson of Alex Mery & The Townsmen, checking in on Day 6 of our Southern Exposure Tour!


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