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It's All About That Balance
When it comes to finding balance between work and family, it's always, well, a balancing act. There is no one, right way to make it happen. Instead, finding that balance is a process—one that is forever shifting.
One that is dependent on a number of factors. And while there may be any number of paths to creating that balance, most would agree that intention and goal-setting play key roles in bringing balance to fruition.
For those of us who work from home, setting boundaries between work and family tasks is essential. As a work-from-home mom, I know too well how work and family life can bleed into each other. It is too easy to get up from the work to clean a bathroom, fold some laundry, or make dinner plans. Unlike my husband, who is able to compartmentalize work and family (work happens outside the home), I must set up my own boundaries in order to find balance.
Using a combination of writing and online calendar system is what is working best for me. On my phone's calendar, I put appointments and events. In my notepad, I write down what I have to do, day by day, and I put time blocks beside those to-dos. I find writing down the goals by themselves is not enough when it comes to blocking out work / family time.
Instead, blocking out specific times for specific tasks works much better. This includes the cleaning, laundry and meal prep. But because the best time to complete these house-related tasks varies week to week, I have a practice that is both enjoyable and effective. Each week, on Sunday, I mentally visualize the week ahead. I sit with both my phone calendar and notepad in front of me as I go over the week's events. And when I do this, I consider the time I will be able to spend with my family. So for example, this week we have a birthday party Friday and a trip to NYC on Saturday. Plus we have church Sunday. All this I consider family time (in addition to the weekday evenings) so when I look at my week ahead, I can see balance there.
Clearly, planning the week and even month ahead is central to developing balance. But those "long view" sessions, as I like to think of them, need to be constantly refined. That's why, at the end of each day, I take a few moments to consider the remainder of the week, to "check in" with my blocks of time and make sure they still work for me. Changes in appointments (or new ones) often change the overall schedule. That's why it's important to remember that calendar blocking will often require some renegotiating.
Another strategy that I use is setting intentions and specific goals for technology.
Instagram and Facebook may be key aspects to my online business, but I approach them with care. On Instagram for example, my goals may include posting something original, or making ten meaningful comments on others' pages. Setting these intentions helps keep me from falling into the habit of spending too much time mindlessly scrolling. And it also helps move my business goals forward.
All this is part of planning, and organizing, as a means of achieving family and work balance. But what about the other sides to balance? The unplugging? The tuning in, and prioritizing? Turns out, they are possibly even more important than planning.
We need to unplug. While technology has enriched our lives, it has also made it possible to constantly be "on."
Accessing information. Engaging with others, but just briefly, not in deep or meaningful ways. As someone living with an autoimmune condition, I can feel in my body when I've spent too much time doing any of the above. I start getting a headache, and just start feeling "off." What helps? Making quality time real quality time by not checking my phone or multi-tasking.
Underlying unplugging is the act of tuning in. By tuning in to what I really need—what my body and soul are really asking or longing for—I'm better able to prioritize what is most meaningful to me. Tuning in has shown me, for example, that I want to make time for the things I had stopped doing, that always brought me joy: browsing a book store. Reading some pages of poetry.
Listening to favorite music while going for a short hike. I've begun incorporating these activities into my week, and the result is I am more centered and calm.
As important as the planning is, at the day's end, it is the tuning in, the time spent in meditation, in listening to myself, that in turn informs and shapes everything else that is important. Like my family. If I'm caught up constantly responding to work demands, I can't enjoy the family trip to NYC, or the afternoon spent playing outside with my daughter.
It's when we find balance for ourselves that the work / family life balance more naturally, more easily, falls into place.


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Question by aiyda1: Is there a society that helps with the cost of feline vaccinations?
We found my cat several weeks ago, and don't really know if she has had her vaccinations. She is a stray. She is lovely and we want to keep her. Only problem is how to get funding for medical care. Can you please help?
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Check out your local VCA or SPCA. They may receive funding or grants to give low-cost care and will give you vouchers. With vouchers, you pay less for veterinary care.
Check out your Petco / PetSmart / other pet stores. They will have bulletin boards advertising where low-cost pet vaccinations can be held.
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As you may have noticed many of our recent news feeds have been about winter and how installing a biomass boiler can keep your home nice and toasty while Jack Frost wreaks havoc outside. However, I am sure there's at least one person reading this thinking: "Yes it's all well and good to crank the heating up in the winter to gain my RHI but what about the summer?"
Well have I got glad tidings for you. All of the boilers that we sell at Treco have the option of weather compensation. What this basically means for you is that you won't feel like a turkey roasting away slowly in your home during summer. That must be a good thing, right?! On the flip side, because your boiler would also be providing you with hot water, you would still be burning fuel. This means you would still be producing heat, and you still get PAID!
Weather compensation works by adjusting the amount of heat being sent to the radiators from your boiler in response to changes in temperature registered by a thermostat. It also helps your boiler achieve an optimum burn by regulating the amount of fuel being used compared to the needs of your home or business. Wouldn't it be great if everything in life was as proactive as this? Just imagine a lovely cup of hot brew ready for you on your bedside table as soon as you opened your eyes from your deep slumber or your car starting itself so it's toasty inside and de-icing all that thick ice off your windows. Aaahh…
Dreaming aside it's easy to see that a biomass boiler isn't just a winter buy, it's a purchase that will benefit your home all-year-round, reduce your fuel bills and gain you RHI payments. What's there not to love? So for all you forward thinkers out there come on and give us a call.


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While everyone's freaking out about how Attorney General Jeff Sessions will target legal marijuana businesses, the Internal Revenue Service has already taken steps to punish the cannabis industry without anyone really noticing.
In January the IRS released a giant update in their policies that included a new provision that will hurt cannabis-related organizations. In their new policy, the IRS says they will not accept tax-exempt status from organizations "whose purpose is directed to the improvement of business conditions … relating to an activity involving controlled substances … which is prohibited by federal law regardless of its legality in the state in which such activity is conducted." This means groups that advocate for the cannabis industry will not be eligible for tax-exempt status.
We already know some organizations have been denied. The New Jersey Cannabis Industry Association found out in January that it would not be receiving tax-exempt status, and there's probably more denials on their way.
This could be a major issue for cannabis organizations. If these non-profits are denied tax-exempt status, then they'll have to pay major taxes to the IRS, which would then limit their ability to advocate on behalf of the industry. That means cannabis businesses could lose a major voice.
The IRS already had a tricky relationship with marijuana organizations. Last year, a Treasury Inspector General determined that the IRS had improperly given marijuana non-profits far more scrutiny than necessary in their applications for tax-exempt status. So apparently in order to avoid being punished for that scrutiny, they decided to just deny it outright.
To think a popular, beloved institution like the IRS could do something like this.
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Vice Chancellor University of Buckingham
Dr Terence Kealey is Vice-Chancellor of the University of Buckingham in the UK and a clinicalbiochemist specialising in human skin cell biology. In his first book The Economic Laws of Scientific Researchhe argued that, contrary to convention, governments need not fund science. Hissecond book, Sex, Science and Profitspresents an evolutionary and economic history of humanity, showing how theroots of barter, trade and contract are embedded in human nature and howmarkets work on the evolutionary principles of natural selection. Dr Kealey writes regularly for the Spectator and New Scientist.


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Megan McArdle discusses the necessity, if you wish to socialize in Manhattan, of avoiding political discussion, if you have politics like hers or mine. But sometimes avoiding politics just isn't enough. I once started talking, at a dinner party at my sister's, about Japanese painting with a guy I'd never seen before. One interesting thing about traditional Japanese art, I said, is that vanishing-point perspective does not appear. My interlocutor maintained that this was because the artists had no interest in perspective; they were trying to do something else, although he never specified quite what. I pointed out that perspective was a scientific discovery, made by the Italians in the 15th century, and that if the Japanese had known of it they certainly would have used it, at least sometimes. So how does he explain the fact that it never appears until the 19th century?
Sure, I was egging him on a little on the Western hegemony front. But only a little, and I was completely unprepared for what came next. He stood up, announced to the room that he couldn't take any more of this, gathered up his girlfriend, and stormed out. My sister, who brooks no nonsense, banished him for life.
(Update: Stumbling Tongue says anyone who thinks Manhattan is bad ought to try Italy.)
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Aaron wrote: " I pointed out that perspective was a scientific discovery, made by the Italians in the 15th century, and that if the Japanese had known of it they certainly would have used it, at least sometimes. So how does he explain the fact that it never appears until the 19th century?"
I trust your question to him was strictly (and not just "a little") for the purpose of pushing his buttons.
I have come across almost this exact issue in another field. In the evolution of music, we start with rhythm, then octaves and fifths and then procede to scales, and then harmony, and then counterpoint. Counterpoint is a technical advance comparable to perspective. Go down this route judiciously and it's easy to get rid of any number of lunatic anti-westernites before the canaps run out :-)
In the Japanese game of Go it's generally a mistake to attack an enemy piece directly, since this induces them to build up a defense.
I wonder what he would have said if instead of contradicting him, you over-agreed with him. For instance, "Yes, and the use of perspective in Western Art actually shows how it was scientifically less advanced."
He'd agree quickly if he thought you were on his team. But that opens to door to exaggerating the point even further, to absurdity, until he balks at his own premises.
Somehow this never happens to me in Macon, Georgia, but maybe everyone just knows better than to invite me to such events in the first place.
There's no question that the guest in question behaved abominably. It's only fair, though, to point out that there was an incendiary discussion before we ever got on the subject of Japanese art, in which you maintained that the HIV virus doesn't cause AIDS. Of course, there's no excuse for taking that issue personally either, but that's what provoked the dudgeon, I think. The art discussion was just the last straw. You do have a way with straws, brother mine.
Well, yeah, but my readers can't handle the whole truth. Besides, I didn't maintain that HIV didn't cause AIDS. I maintained that it wasn't proven. I maintain further that I could have driven the guy out using Japanese art alone.
Pissing people off is simply a necessity if you have an opinion of any kind.
Ha…I had my brother-in-law, who is big Martha Stewart fan, so ticked at me he was calling me a Commie and unpatriotic because I posited that Martha had done more harm to the American working mother than any other individual in a long time. So it isnt only politics that can alientate folks at a dinner party.
Our mutual friend, Bob Mack, called me last night to say he was "literally dying" in a sea of Bush-hating pod people in L.A. After the last year and a half, Bob went from loathing Bush et al to genuine respect for Bush and a positive adulation for Rumsfeld, who not only is unfazed by the sea of press people he swims in daily but seems to stay above it all with the spritely ease of a freshly popped cork.
"I maintain further that I could have driven the guy out using Japanese art alone."
That's hilarious both in and out of context.
At least he left. One day I told an abstract artist, in a very Mike Meyers way, that abstract art was neither abstract nor art. She tried to strangle me.
Neither abstract nor art? Christ, you don't even pretend, do you?
No, I don't pretend. Sometimes I pretend to pretend.
Apparently there are some Roman artworks that demonstrate perspective. I can't find an example right now.
I've heard that Byzantine art reverses ordinary persepective, and it was made before the 15th century, although I don't know enough to have the foggiest clue what that actually means. Something about the icon looking at you, I think.
I don't know about Byzantine art, but there are a few Western medieval pictures, 11th or 12th century, in which the figures grow larger as they get farther away. That's a sort of reversal of perspective.


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There is a story my husband would tell me when we were first dating. It had to do with monkeys out in the jungles of Africa (isn't this what YOU usually talk about when you are first dating someone??). It went something like this:
The monkeys, being the curious little creatures that they are, would run over to it, and eventually stick their hand in the gourd to get the rice. They would grab a big fist full of it and then go to pull their hand out, only to find their hand was stuck! The hole on top wasn't big enough for their wide, round fist to get through.
Capturing these monkeys now became a piece of cake because the monkeys never once thought about just letting go of the rice, pulling their hand out and running off.
Moral of the story: sometimes you just need to let go of the rice.
I have been guilty of this behavior so many times – haven't you? Wanting a certain outcome so badly that I become so attached to it (too attached to it) to the point I'm practically forcing it. You think you are focused on a goal, when really you are stuck (with your hand in the jar) and just don't realize it. Working towards a goal is good. That is taking action. But the attachment to it is all emotion – and that is the unhealthy part. It stems from our need for control – and it is based out of insecurity and fear.
Detaching from the outcome of things is one of the hardest life lessons this Zen Mama Wannabe has learned – and I have by NO means finished learning this one! I am better at it now than I was, but it still presents a struggle for me on many occasions. You know – when I really really really want something. Because when I really really really want something, there is emotion attached. I'm vested; I'm hooked. I want (no I NEED) this to happen. Or, so I think.
Deepak Chopra calls the practice of detaching one of the Seven Spiritual Laws of Success and says:
The times in life when I have done this, when I have ultimately let go and detached, things have always worked out – either as I had hoped or even better! Often we see (with our limited vision) X, Y, and Z. But what is out there is a whole realm of possibilities with a much wider range than we could have ever dreamed.
Are you hanging on to some desired result? Are you clinging to your belief that X or Y just needs to happen for you and by golly, you are going to do all in your power to make that happen? Are you so vested in one particular outcome that you are missing the fact that there are other possibilities out there (maybe some even better than what you are shooting for)?
Sometimes what we need to do is just let go of the rice.


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The wonderfully cool climate, clear brisk air and the breathtaking views of the Himalayas drew the British here to escape the stifling heat of Kolkota.
As the oldest and many say the best hillstation in India, Darjeeling was an extremely popular destination in the time of the British Raj.
It is still a very popular place for honey-mooners, trekkers and others seeking to escape from the oppressive build up of heat on the plains before and after the monsoon season: the climate is temperate with temperatures ranging only between 1.5 and 24 degrees. The two high seasons are between April and June, and from September to December. During these months the mountains are clearly visible especially if you're an early riser!
You will need to bring warm clothes throughout the year but particularly from November onwards when the temperature starts to drop, although it rarely gets below freezing. However there is a wide range of cold weather gear for sale everywhere in Darjeeling, from hand-knitted Tibetan sweaters to imported down jackets.


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The Air Force has halted all retirement plans for the A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) for the foreseeable future, following a political battle between budget-minded military leaders that want more funding for the F-35 program and an alliance of politicians and service members that understand the plane's unrivaled close air support capabilities.
The decision was made in the face of overwhelming evidence of the A-10's usefulness as evidenced by the its current service record. The unique jet is deployed to the Korean peninsula, it's patrolling the skies over eastern Europe as a deterrent to Russian aggression, and most notably, it is killing hundreds of ISIS fighters in Iraq and Syria. You can't argue with that.
The Warthog will eventually be pushed into retirement, but for the time being, there is nothing that can takes its place.


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the online game the world, has many untold stories ..maybe you were one of them or maybe not. in the immersed and easy to use online systems and chating, questing with friends from all over the world. Hundreds to thousands of fully detailed ares to explore beyond the normal.
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can intantly change the areas and town if there strong enough to pass
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Features to be added
Fully new gate system with a built in quest system.
Friend system with member address working.
Mailer offline client.
New flash mail system.
Zecter OS main-menu interface
Skill gate system.
change of arrow keys to WSAD keys for movement.
and a bit more....
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Sony recently sent a message to hardware developers that they're now ending the production of physical PlayStation Vita game copies. This move marks the end of physical cards for the portable console. However, Sony says that "digital distribution will continue".
Sony also said that they "plan to end all Vita GameCard production by close of fiscal year 2018," for their European and North American branches. They also asked them to submit all Vita product code requests by 28th June 2018. Sony also told developers that they must enter final purchase orders before 15th February 2019.
This doesn't mark the end of the console's run though, as Sony will still continue to distribute games digitally. This means that the PlayStation Store will continue selling digital downloads for various PS Vita games.
The console has been struggling in sales since its launch, especially with the rising popularity of mobile games. The popularity of Nintendo's 3DS, as well as Switch, also contributed to lackluster sales. However, it's still a majorly popular console among anime fans, as it features several anime-based games. But with more and more mobile games featuring anime-related content, the future looks grim for this gaming platform.
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Bradley Manning: "Sometimes You Have to Pay a Heavy Price to Live in a Free Society" | Democracy Now!
Army Private Bradley Manning was sentenced Wednesday to 35 years in prison and dishonorably discharged for leaking more than 700,000 classified files and videos to WikiLeaks about the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and U.S. foreign policy. The sentence is much longer than any punishment given to previous government officials who have leaked information to the media. Manning could be released on parole in about seven years.


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Hi Guys,
Does anyone have any experience with overclocking Radeon VII? My card is not giving me a performance that I am looking for. My cinebencz scores are not great at all somewhere around 8700 on 3D Time Spy and 4192 on Time Spy extreme. My config is as as below:
MB: Asus Maximus XI Extreme
CPU: i9 9900K (On custom liquid cooling, 420MM Radiator)
RAM: DOminator Platinum 64GB @ 3200 MHz
Storage: NVME Samsung 970 EVO PRO
PSU: 2000 Watt EVGA
GPU: Radeon VII
Currently I am stuck at 356 MHz on Memory clock... is this normal?
With such a bad benchmark scores I am not sure if I have something wrong here?
Any help will be deeply appreciated. I tried doing it using AMD Radeon settings utility, global wattman but with no luck, my system completely freezes on clicking save when I try even the Automatic OC mode... Please help it's getting so frustrating...


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Today was a busy day for me. I started to do some spring cleaning. I did clean my pantry. Organize it a little bit. And I clean the patio. Put the chairs. And I did put the plants outside, outside is warm and sunny. And you can tell that spring is coming soon. Last fall I didn't plant some tulip. I wish I did. But schedules is so hectic and I didn't have time to plant some. So I'm gonna figure out what flowers and other plants that I'm gonna plant. I was sitting on the patio, while sipping some Brachetto, is my favorite red Italian wine grape variety grown predominantly in the Piedmont region of northwest Italy. I love the sweetness taste of it! Looking back in time. Remembering some of the good memories. Here I am 2 years ago in front of the Colesseo.
I made some Bruschetta to go along with my red wine. Bruschetta is an antipasto or appetizer. It consists of roasted bread rubbed with garlic and topped with extra-virgin olive oil, salt and pepper. Variations may include toppings of spicy red pepper, tomato, vegetables, beans, cured meat, or cheese; the most popular recipe outside of Italy involves basil, fresh tomato, garlic and onion or mozzarella. Bruschetta is usually served as a snack or appetizer. This is very easy dish. And I know you gonna love it!
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 whole cloves of Garlic
- 5 cloves Garlic, Finely Minced
- 1 pint Red Grape Tomatoes, Halved Lengthwise ( I used Roma tomato, because that's what I have on hand. But I usually make it with Grape tomato)
- 1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
- 10 whole Basil Leaves ,chiffondale
- Salt And Pepper To Taste
- 1 whole Baguette
- 6 Tablespoons Butter
In a small skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and stir, lightly frying for about a minute, removing before the garlic gets too brown (it can be golden.) Pour into a mixing bowl and allow to cool slightly.
Add tomatoes, balsamic, basil, and salt and pepper to the bowl. Toss to combine.
Cover and refrigerate for an hour. The longer the better. It will worth a wait.
Cut the baguette into diagonal slices to allow for the most surface area possible. Melt half the butter in a large skillet and grill half the bread on both sides, making sure they're nice and buttery. Cook till golden brown on both sides. Rub the whole garlic into toasted buttery bread. To add a little more flavors.
Repeat with the other half of the butter and the other half of the bread.
To serve,
Stir the tomato mixture again. And put a generously amount.
Serve on a big platter .
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When I was in graduate school, one of my professors said that what you needed to win a Pulitzer prize for literature you needed was a certain combination of sensational plot elements including incest. I don't know if that actually fits the prize winners between 1992 and 1999 when I was in Graduate school, but I thought about this argument after I saw The Fish Child on Wednesday night. I don't mean to say that I didn't like it, but the film did pile on just about every bad thing: incest, murder, prostitution, and there's more but I don't want to give too much away. One of the principle characters was also crying just about every time she was on screen.
The Festival guide hooked me by comparing the film to Thelma and Louise. I also saw it because the director's previous film, XXY won the Critics' week grand prize at Cannes (that one's about hermaphroditism, so there may be something to this Pulitzer Prize formula and big film critics).
So, although I liked the movie I was disappointed because I was expecting an exciting and thrilling movie filled with humor and lively female characters. This movie was more dreamy, slow, and depressing, and the two female characters were troubled, secretive and often silent. The story is told from the point of view of Lala, the rich daughter of a judge who's romantically involved with her family's Paraguayan maid, Ailin, who's about to turn 21. At the beginning of the film, the judge is mysteriously killed, and for the rest of the movie we seek the answer to his murder, and to the "real" identity of the Paraguayan maid. At about one hour into the film I started thinking of Ailin as a classic "Femme Fatale" - but I liked how the movie then undid this "type" and explored her character's origins along with slowly revealing the intensity of the relationship between the two young women. The film was very well paced and since good drama should emerge from believable characters it got away with the soap-operatic plot elements. Since telenovelas also play a role in the film, perhaps this was an intentional commentary on the soap opera as a genre.


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Dr. Chikweto received a BVetMed from the University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia in 2000. In 2001 he received a Diploma in Business Management/Administration from Cambridge International College through distance learning, and in 2008 Dr. Chikweto received a Msc in Veterinary Pathology from St. George's University, Grenada.
In the year 2000 Dr. Chikweto served for four years as House surgeon in Veterinary Pathology, Department of Paraclinical Studies, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zambia. He took a position with St. George's University, School of Medicine, Grenada in 2004 as Teaching Associate in Pathology and since 2007 has held the position of Instructor, Veterinary Pathology.
While at the University of Zambia, Dr. Chikweto Participated in the teaching (practical) of veterinarians belonging to the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region in the 4th Third country training programme course (Poultry Disease Module) organized by the University of Zambia (UNZA), School of Veterinary Medicine in conjunction with the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA). H also participated in teaching poultry farmers of Lusaka, Zambia in a course on poultry keeping and production, organized by the School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zambia.
While at the St. George's University, Dr. Chikweto has provided diagnostic services to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, veterinarians in private practice, and the Grenada Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (GSPCA). He has also participated in a local community outreach program providing an interview on Heartworm disease in companion animals on CC6 television and local radio stations.


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Hachimantai Minami Onsen Asahi no Yu is located in Hachimantai and about 10 minutes by car from Oobuke Station, near Hachimantai Onsen Resort and Appi Highland. Free WiFi is available in each guest room. Yukata are available for guests to wear during their stay. Guests may borrow conveniences like hair dryers and kettles for free (please inquire at the front desk for details). Facilities include a communal bath, an open-air bath and a coin laundry. The hotel possesses 5 guest rooms.
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DEALER LIGHT / DISPLAY SIGN. The glass part is approximately 10 inches by 10 inches by 1/2 inch. With the glass and the base attached, this light is approximately 11 3/4 inches tall, 13 inches wide, and 3 1/2 inches deep.
I believe these were only given to Macintosh dealers in 1984. Any collector would love this! The item "Vintage 1984 Apple MACINTOSH Picasso Dealer Light Sign Lamp Display WORKS" is in sale since Sunday, March 12, 2017. This item is in the category "Computers/Tablets & Networking\Vintage Computing\Vintage Manuals & Merchandise".The seller is "each1ok" and is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This item can be shipped to United States.


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Registration for this event is now open. The event is free to attend but registration is required. To register, please email the project administrator, Rachael Taylor, here.
A three-part public event embedded in the conference, Law and Poetics in Early Modern England and Beyond (2-4 July, 2018). This event, involving actors, visual artists and legal professionals comprises:
- a talk and screening by visual artist Carey Young (The Slade School of Fine Art, University College, London; creator of law-based artistic works including Before the Law, Legal Fictions, and Palais du Justice)
- a performance event directed by Adele Thomas and Caroline Williams. Adele's previous credits include: The Weir (English Touring Theatre); Cosi Fan Tutte (Northern Ireland Opera); A Warring Absence (National Theatre); Unusual Unions (Royal Court); The Oresteia (2015) and The Knight of the Burning Pestle (2014) (Shakespeare's Globe/Sam Wanamaker Theatre). Caroline's previous credits include: Can You Hear Me Now (MAYK), Make Yourself At Home (Nuit Blanche Brussels), Now Is The Time To Say Nothing (The Young Vic), Millions of Years (English National Opera at The British Museum), Dad Dancing with Second Hand Dance and Puffball (Battersea Arts Centre), Shadwell's Tempest and Le Malade Imaginaire with OAE (Shakespeare's Globe).
- a interdisciplinary, inter-professional Round Table on Law and the Arts chaired by Julie Stone Peters (Columbia University). Participants include: Subha Mukherji (University of Cambridge), Nicola Padfield, QC (Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge), Richard K. Sherwin (New York Law School), Adele Thomas (Freelance Director), Carey Young (Visual Artist, The Slade School of Fine Art, University College London).
This event is part of the research project Crossroads of Knowledge in Early Modern England: the Place of Literature, a five-year project funded by the European Research Council, based at the Faculty of English and CRASSH, University of Cambridge.
For enquiries regarding this event, please contact the project administrator, Rachael Taylor here.
Subha Mukherji, Rachel E. Holmes, Joe Jarrett, George Oppitz-Trotman, and Elizabeth L. Swann
Supported by the Centre for Research in the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities and the European Research Council (ERC) under the Seventh Framework Programme (FP7/2007-2013)/ERC grant agreement no EC617849.


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Given a number of both external and internal factors such as age, genetics, excessive consumption of alcohol, smoking, sun damage, pollution, stress, and nutritional deficiencies, our facial skin begins to show visible signs of damage in the form of wrinkles and fine lines.
Although, there are a plethora of expensive cosmetic and beauty products available in the market nowadays, they are largely inefficient in restoring the youthful radiance and firmness of your skin once the damage is done. In order to obtain a long lasting solution for your sagging and wrinkled skin, you can opt to undergo a cosmetic procedure known as a traditional facelift.
What is a Traditional Facelift?
A traditional facelift is a highly preferred and effective surgical procedure that involves lifting and tightening the skin and the superficial muscular aponeurotic system or SMAS. It also helps to reconstruct and realign the neck muscles.
A traditional facelift will address the issues of various problem areas such as the cheek, forehead, and neck, and can be performed in conjunction with other cosmetic procedures such as facial implants, soft tissue augmentation, resurfacing, and wrinkle-reduction through dermal fillers as well.
In some cases, liposuction will also be incorporated as an auxiliary procedure for removing excess fat from specific areas such as the chin or cheeks. In addition to tightening and contouring the skin tissues, a traditional facelift can also be used to smoothen out deep facial folds and enhance the overall texture and tone of the skin.
How is the Traditional Facelift Performed?
The traditional facelift procedure involves the administration of general anesthesia. Your surgeon will begin the procedure by making a surgical incision within the hairline region near the temples. The incision will extend around the ear and up to the lower scalp.
The fat tissue and muscle tissue inside the skin will be reconstructed or redistributed along the face, jaws, or neck region. This will help lift the deep skin tissues. The skin will then be returned to its original position while trimming away the excess loose skin. The operated area is dressed with skin adhesives or sutures and left to heal.
If the lift has to be performed on the neck area as well, a second incision can be made under the chin. Since the incision lines are concealed within the hairline, the scars are almost invisible and the healed skin appears natural.
What is the Recovery Period Like?
Although, there will be mild pain and swelling after the surgery, it can easily be treated with cold compresses and prescription medications that your doctor will recommend. You will need to restrict any strenuous activities for a few days and keep your head elevated while lying down in bed. Your recovery time will take about two weeks.
When performed by an experienced professional, a traditional face lift doesn't only produce excellent visible results in terms of a healthier looking skin, but also helps you look years younger than your actual age.
Contact Our Office
Traditional facelifts are both reliable and efficient in providing the desired result. If you aren't satisfied with the way you look, then contact us now to schedule your appointment. During your consultation, Dr. George Pope, a board-certified plastic surgeon, will answer any of the questions you have. He will help you understand your options and guide you toward your desired results.


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Dotombori Beer Brewery 0
The only beer brewery in Dotombori, Osaka. A Japanese food and beer restaurant is located next to the brewery for customers to enjoy freshly brewed beer.
Open11:00 - 23:00
ClosedYear-end and New Year holidays
The only craft beer brewery in Dotombori, Osaka. The brewery "Dotombori Beer Co., Ltd." was established in Osaka Shochikuza Theater in Dotombori in 1996. It is a favorite of the local residents of Osaka Minami under the brand name "Dotombori Beer". A Japanese food and beer restaurant is located next to the brewery for customers to enjoy freshly brewed beer.
Location〒 542-0071 Osaka Shochikuza Theater B2F, 1-9-19 Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka
Directions5-minute walk from Namba Station on Osaka Metro Midosuji and Sennichimae Lines and Kintetsu and Nankai Railways
PriceDotombori Beer "Osaka Kölsch" Starting at 529 yen
Dotombori Beer "Osaka Alt" Starting at 529 yen
Dotombori Beer "Osaka Porter" Starting at 529 yen
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Konamon Museum is a place where you can eat, learn about and make Takoyaki: Osaka's soul food.
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These lotion bars are great for your hands and feet or anywhere you are experiencing dryness. They are a 2 oz. solid bar of lotion that will melt from your body heat when it comes in contact with your skin. The lotion bars are made with Lard from pasture raised pigs, organic virgin coconut oil, and bees wax from Heavenly Beezzz, a local bee keeper. Any one of these ingredients is known to have great skin care benefits. We find the synergistic benefit of them is incredible (and our customers confirm this on a regular basis). We fragrance the lotion bars with essential oils. The available fragrances are listed in the drop down selection box.
Lavender Bliss
- Product Code: Lotion Bar
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"I'm happy and grateful now that our amazing Paya Bay is the most beautiful, most blissful, most environmentally friendly, and most financially successful boutique resort in Central America."
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
cashing in good karma chips
Part of the trip to Pigeon Cay runs through the longest natural mangrove canal in the Bay Islands. On a recent trip, some very good energy guests spotted and photographed this beautiful saltwater alligator in the canal. (These shy gators are wary of humans and are rarely ever spotted.) Shortly afterward, as they continued their trip to the cay, a pod of dolphins came next their boat. Some people would say they're lucky. I say they are just getting back into their lives the good energy they are putting out.
Ever wondered what your good karma would bring you?
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Event Medical
Are you organising or hosting a sporting or community event?
ASSIST Medics in Queensland can provide you with professional event First Aid/Medical services for small, medium and major sporting and community events throughout the state.
Our Medics are experienced, trained in Advanced First Aid/Injury, Sports Taping and Incident Management and are fully covered under a combined Medical Malpractice and Public Liability insurance policy. To find out how we can help you, please contact our office today.
Events Coverage
Are you planning an event? ASSIST Medics can help you by providing Medics, event communications, First Aid tents, First Aid/Medical supplies, as well as on course scooters and mountain bikes when and where required.
Our role is to provide a primary point for triage by treating any injuries or illness to competitors or patrons throughout the event. We will always refer to definitive care when an injury or illness is beyond our scope of practice.
We acknowledge our role as part of a greater network of response, emergency and medical services that will be present at events. Our team liaises with event management, first aid coordinators, doctors, Royal Flying Doctors service, paramedics, physiotherapist, security services, police, ambulance, State Emergency Services, Surf Life Savers and volunteers.
During 2018, ASSIST Medics provided medical coverage to the following major events.
Sports Coverage
Our team offers First Aid/Medical services to school and sporting clubs across Queensland all year round.
All of our medics have extensive experience in the practice and demonstration of procedures and in depth knowledge of First Aid/Advanced First Aid, sporting injuries and sports taping. ASSIST Medics can provide First Aid/Medical services for:


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Alternative Medicine
Magic Mushrooms to Dent Big Pharma Profits, Replace Antidepressants in Next Five Years
Bad news for Big Pharma as researchers at Imperial College London's Centre for Psychedelic Research claim psilocybin—or "magic mushrooms" (the safest recreational drug to take) —could replace prescribed antidepressants within five years.
Dr Robin Earhart-Harris, head of the world's first psychedelic research centre leading a team investigating how psilocybin mushrooms (currently banned in the UK) can ease depression symptoms compared to antidepressants, says psilocybin gives participants a cathartic emotional 'release', while antidepressants leave them feeling 'blunted'.
For the current trial, 60 participants with moderate to severe depression will receive psilocybin treatment accompanied by a therapy session with a clinical psychologist. The participants will also be randomly allocated to receive either a placebo or escitalopram, with neither researchers or patients knowing who is in each group. The effects of taking psilocybin will be compared with escitalopram, a type of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) which account for the largest chunk of the antidepressant market. Dr Robin added:
"If you ask people who are taking SSRIs chronically, they often say 'I feel blunted' [meaning both negative and positive emotions are suppressed]. With psilocybin therapy they say the opposite, they talk about an emotional release, a reconnection, and this key emotional centre being more responsive."
But the therapy isn't for everyone, Dr Robin warns saying people with psychosis and regulators will need evidence of its effectiveness and safety from clinical trials.
"We call it a "challenging psychological experience" and we're honest with people that it can be hellish. However, our team is prepared for such episodes. If psilocybin mushrooms overtake SSRIs in effectiveness and popularity, it could have a huge impact on the power of big pharma."
According to Mental Health Foundation, 19.7% Britishers over 16 showed symptoms of depression or anxiety in 2014. According to a Freedom of Information request, more than 7.3 million Britishers were prescribed antidepressants between 2017 and 2018.
No wonder the market for antidepressants is a lucrative one. Between 2005 and 2015, the use of antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications soared in the United States. The global antidepressant drugs market is expected to reach a whopping $15.98 billion by 2023.
If research continues to prove the safety and effectiveness of psilocybin therapy, it would undoubtedly upset Big Pharma and their profits. He told The Independent:
"I would imagine if you had some bookmakers doing the odds, there would be strong odds on that [psychedelic therapy] will be licensed sometime in the next five to 10 years – maybe sooner. The implications of that are actually frightening to me, thinking of the power and influence of big pharma. What are they going to do with that if there's this big public demand for the 'mushroom therapy', and not the Prozac?"
A similar research at John Hopkins University suggests victims of emotional trauma may experience more long-term relief when using natural psilocybin than prescribed antidepressants. Medium quoted Roland Griffiths, a psychopharmacologist and a researcher at Johns Hopkins investigating the effects of the classic hallucinogen psilocybin, as saying:
"When following up one month after treatment, researchers found an overwhelming majority of volunteers reported increases in various personal and behavioural qualities such as "positive attitudes about life and self, positive mood changes, spirituality," and "altruism/positive social effects," which had a dose-related correlation to their psilocybin session."
FYI: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has also approved the first US clinical trials using psilocybin from magic mushrooms to treat depression in August last year.


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For our fifth (yes fifth!) wedding anniversary we decided to try Tortuga at Madinat Jumeirah for a Mexican feast.
We both love Mexican food so I have no idea why we waited so long to try this relatively new restaurant – if you like Mexican food you need to go immediately.
By far the best guacamole I have ever had!
Faced with a large menu and seemingly endless options (which is never a good thing for me) we decided to go for Chef Carlos Hannon's Tour Menu! 'Leave it in our hands, we will take care of you' promises the menu – and they didn't disappoint. For a set price you get five dishes brought to the table which gives you a taste of the whole menu. You can tell them anything you really don't like e.g. raw fish etc… but our dishes were amazing.
They also have a great selection of both cocktails and mocktails to wash it all down with.
Here are the dishes the kitchen chose for us:
- Sopes – griddled corn bread, slow braised beef, beans and sour cream
- Cancun tacos – battered shrimp, pickled red onions, chipotle chili mayo
- Arrachera – grilled marinated flank steak, roasted ancho chili sauce
- Churros – crunchy choux pastry with cinnamon sugar and Mexican chocolate sauce
We also had a Mexican sweetcorn dessert that was delicious but isn't on the menu so I have no idea what it's called but I'm sure it can be requested. And of course we added the homemade guacamole and corn chips to start!
We were far too busy chatting away and munching all the food to take pictures but I definitely want to go back so when we do I'll make sure to take lots of pictures to share! In the meantime these are 'borrowed' from TripAdvisor.


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by Paula Harrington
Have you heard the joke about the lady with the What Would Jesus Do? bumper sticker on the back of her car? She pulled up at a stop light and when the car in front of her didn't take off immediately when the light turned green, she proceeded to scream, cuss, and beat her horn.
The police officer in the car behind her noticed the sticker on her bumper and pulled the lady over, assuming she had stolen the car.
I've heard that several times and still can't bring myself to laugh. It's just not funny when God's children leave the church building and act like the world.
While Jesus walked this earth he made himself known.
At the wedding, he changed the water into wine (John 2:1-10). In the temple, he drove out the merchants (John 2:15). In the darkness of night, he uttered those life-changing words to Nicodemas (John 3:16).
In Samaria, he asked the woman at the well for a drink (John 4). In Nain, he gave a precious son back to his mother (Luke 7:15). While on a mission, he made the lame walk (John 5:9), the blind see (Matthew 9:30), and the deaf hear (Mark 7:35). At the cross, he changed the world.
The Son of God had no problem making himself known to his followers. Yet, his followers didn't always do that great of a job making him known to others.
We have been known to rage on the roads fussing at other drivers. In the grocery stores, we furiously push our carts down the aisle hoping to be first in line. We're rude to the waitress, lie to the telemarketer, and skimp on our giving.
We can't even get along with each other as we draw lines of fellowship and label those who don't agree with us on all issues, false teachers. We profess our love for Christ while flirting with the world and, sadly, the world has noticed.
Christians, it's our responsibility to make Jesus known, not in the way we've sometimes been known to do, but in the way he expects us to. Show his compassion by loving others. Show his mercy by forgiving others. Show his commitment by going that extra mile.
In a desperate and hurting world:
- Show them hope exists.
- Smile.
- Be positive.
- Be encouraging.
- Be the light.
Tell the world what God has done for you (Psalm 105:1). Let them in on where you were and where he's brought you. God has made your story remarkable.
Tell others about it.
- Text it.
- Facebook it.
- Blog it.
- Twitter it.
- Shout it from the rooftops.
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"I must be right. Never an aspirin. Never injured a day in my life. The whole country, the whole world, should be doing my exercises. They'd be happier." – Joseph Pilates, in 1965, age 86.
I (Lydia Mc Tamney, physiotherapist at The Body Refinery) recently had a delightful 90-year-old lady come into the studio, looking for physiotherapy treatment and Pilates. It made me realise that the message is finally getting out there and people are understanding – Pilates isn't just for the young, fit and female! It is for everyone. More and more now, we have a wide range of abilities and ages using our services at The Body Refinery, and it's fantastic!
Joseph Pilates, the clever man that he was, who originally called Pilates 'Contrology' said, "The Pilates Method teaches you to be in control of your body and not at its mercy."
Pilates has a great place in the rehab of the elderly as it focuses on:
- All over body strength using as much or as little resistance as is required
- All over flexibility
- Balance and coordination
- Posture
- Weight-bearing of the legs and arms, vital for building bone density and preventing osteoporosis
- Function eg. getting out of a low chair, climbing stairs
- Improved lung capacity and circulation
On the opposite end of the spectrum, we are also able to cater for the more able, athletic or sports person. It is great to see an increasing number of men come into The Body Refinery. 'Real men do Pilates' is an increasingly used subject heading in social media and health magazines, and for good reason. The photo of Joseph Pilates demonstrates why.
No longer is Pilates seen as a 'gentle stretching exercise for women', or as just a recovery tool for the athlete, but as part of the training program. Pilates can be used to highly challenge even the fittest and strongest, making a real difference to sports performance.
Due to the use of multiple pieces of equipment, our Physiotherapists and Pilates instructors can adapt exercises to suit your current level of function, whatever that level is. So wherever you are at, don't wait for 'that injury' or until you are in pain. There are no excuses. I wish everyone did Pilates, as I truly believe it's the answer to a lot of our problems!
Written by Physiotherapist, Lydia McTamney
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Smite: Freya Spotlight
In this article we're gonna be taking an in depth look at one of my most favorite gods in Smite – Freya. She's the first ever god I unlocked and since then many things changed by my love for playing with her ain't.
Death machine for Newbies
But seriously, if you're new to whole Smite or even moba experience, stay away from Freya. She won't greet you with open hands. Or in other words, she'll make you hate Smite. The difficulty level on her is probably the highest in the game. Skill cap is great and reaching it will take you a looong time. Seriously, I'm at more than 1300 worshipers and still Freya can throw me some curve balls.
Here I won't talk much about the theory behind Freya's abilities. You can always read them up on wiki. Instead, I'll try to give you some advice on how to use them more effectively.
First of all, Freya has some peculiar skills. Her first ability, Irradiate, serves as a healthy buff to her basic attack power. Making you hit like a truck. Second ability, Pulse, is again a buff to her basic attacks. Strange isn't it? First 2 abilities and both buffs.
Well, the key for playing good with Freya is to know when to use your abilities. When you activate Pulse Freya will gain range on her basic attacks making her a potent ADC. Pulse also hits every enemy near the initial hit zone, slowing everyone in it. However, the real synergy comes with combining these 2 abilities. Pulse lasts for 6 seconds and Irradiate lasts for 5 seconds. After you activate your 2nd ability then you activate your Irradiate. This makes Freya a hard-hitting beast. Two buffs stack with each other but make Freya loose her AOE slow from Pulse.
Her 3rd ability is the trickiest one to use properly. On paper it's a simple ability, when used it makes all enemies in an AOE rooted and immune to any kind of damage. It's great when trying to run away as well as when trying to catch up to your foes. But making someone you want to kill immune for a certain period of time can be quite backfiring. For example, when Poseidon throws down his Krakens they have a delay when they initially appear and do damage. In that time Freya can Banish someone making him immune to Kraken's damage thus potentially ruining the fight.
Freya's play style
In an overview of Freya it says the she's a Mage. And that's correct. However, that doesn't mean that her role is one most common for mages,to do a lot of burst damage from afar. Instead, Freya relies on players ability to land auto-attacks making her most viable in an ADC role. She can also play in Mid, Solo and Jungle role but that can quite hinder her nowadays. One important aspect of Freya is her build. She absolutely NEEDS to follow a certain pattern when choosing items.
My tips and general stuff about Freya
-Don't use your ultimate by holding down a fire button. Freya's ult has quite a short channeling time making it ALMOST essential to spam your fire key and hope you hit all 4 of your charges. Learn to aim Valkyrie's Discretion!
-Your 'Whoof' is your only way to ability disengage. Use it wisely as it has quite a long cooldown!
-Follow certain pro build. This tip is quite a dull one since I'm basically telling you not to use your imagination. But trust me on this one, Freya will stomp your imagination into the ground.
-Be patient. She is in my eyes the hardest god to master. Don't expect much from your first match. First 10s of matches. However, if you stick long enough you'll get your grip and start carrying games like it's nothing. Her late game is one of the best in class.
-Enjoy your learning process. Whatever you do don't play her just because someone told you that she's the hardest carry. If you don't like her or/and her play style just move on. Don't make it painful for both you and your teammates. That's not what games are about.


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The remains of late Ikenna Uwagwu popularly known as Clear-Road were on Saturday, September 1, 2018 laid to rest at his hometown, Ute-Okpu in Ika North East Local Government Area amidst tears.
The 33 years old man was sent to early grave by one Kido Nwachokor who stabbed him to death on the evening of Friday, August 17, 2018 at Basi Olamide's beer parlor in Ute-Okpu.
Many that attended the burial ceremony condemned in strong terms Nwachokor's wicked act, saying that no matter what the issue was, he went too far killing Uwagwu, his friend.
Lamenting over her late younger brother's death, Franca Uwagwu said she wondered if the pains Nwachokor has caused them would ever go off their hearts. He prayed God to have mercy on the soul of her late brother and grant him a peaceful rest. She appealed to Delta State Police Command Asaba that justice for to take its course.
Kido Nwachokor who sniffed life out of Ikenna had since handed himself over to the police in Owa-Oyibu Police Division and was later transferred to the Delta State Police Command, Asaba.
OUR SON'S DEATH HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH MONEY CONFLICT-Uwagwu Family
The Uwagwu family of Ibiegwa quarters in Ute-Okpu, Ika North East Local Government Area has debunked the statement that their son, Ikenna Uwagwu, also known as Clear-Road was killed following a disagreement over how to share money said to be given to him by a politician.
The elder sister of the deceased, Franca Uwagwu reiterated that his killing was a set up. According to her, "I will say it over and over again that the killing of Ikenna was a set up. Kido Nwachokor who stabbed my brother to death should be made to confess those that sent him to carry out such wicked act. Ikenna and Kido were friends and had no quarrel before the day of his death. Those who were at Basi Olamidel's bar in Ute-Okpu where my brother was murdered said Kido before carrying out his plan told Ikenna that he was going to kill him and that Ikenna laughed over it thinking that it was a joke. Kido went ahead to kill him just as he threatened.
I am of the opinion that all those that went to Delta State Police Command, Asaba where Kido is cooling off to speak evil of my late brother should also be held responsible as they may be among those that planned Ikenna's death".
She prayed God to expose all those that have hands in his late brother's death.
Ikenna was stabbed to death on the evening of Friday, August 17, 2018.


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Opening times: closed Mon;17:00-22:30 Tue-Thu; 17:00-23:00 Fri; 12:00-23:00 Sat; 12:00-21:00 Sun
Regular beers: Purple Moose Cwrw Eryri/Snowdonia Ale
See more about this pub on WhatPub, CAMRA's national pub guide.
Community run since 2009 using volunteers this delightful old pub is still going from strength to strength with all profits generated being used to benefit the community. There is a friendly and inviting ambience from the moment you enter. The bar serves two discreet carpeted areas and a tiled area to one side. Refurbished in 2013. There are three self-catering bedrooms available. The three guest beers served are from local breweries. Excellent locally sourced home cooked food served Thursday to Sunday.


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'To The Beach' were Charlottes first words. We reminded her that she was meant to be working, she felt really guilty about this as she accompanied us for a ropey breakfast and a day of hungover pain.
We eventually got to the beach after many unnecessary distractions and many hungover groans, mainly from Victoria, who was on the verge of redecorating the bus.
Cold and super powerful waves smashed quite a lot of poison from the system. A snooze on the beach (with some sneaky topless sunbathe spotting from jeremy) made everyone even more exhausted.
We went our seperate ways to reconvene at the 'Opera House'. V&J were hurrying back to get their free tour of the Opera House (included with their ticket). However, all the rushing got too much for Victoria who was busy phoning Europe on the porcelain telephone
when the tour was meant to start. She was also busy lubricating her skin as Bondi beach + no suncream + Ginger = lobster.
The 'Mid Summer Nights Dream' Opera was not as gay as we had expected and was pretty funny. Just what the doctor ordered for the three hungovertiers. Even if we did nod off halfway through.
It went on for 3 and a bit hours, talk about getting your moneys worth. So Charlotte disappeared of into the mist of Sydney to catch the last bus home and the travelers headed home (via a burger).
So long Skippy and thanks for all the laughs. Don't get too tanned out there.x


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The North Peace Airport is looking at increasing its leasing fees soon.
Acting Managing Director Mike Kandert confirmed on Wednesday that the airport is currently reviewing its leasing rates.
Kandert says it's a fairly common practice for airports to adjust their leasing fees, based on the appraisal value of the land. The airport has recently undergone an appraisal, and Kandert says leasing fees will need to be bumped up.
Currently, land rentals sit at 55 cents per square metre for serviced land, and 32 cents per square metre for unserviced land.
Airport terminal space varies from $320 per square metre for counter space, to $132 per square metre for storage space.
The undisclosed increase was supposed to take effect on March 1st, but feedback from renters has prompted discussion with the North Peace Airport Services.
Kandert says a firm number on the rate increase has yet to be established.
Once the increased leasing fees take effect, the costs can be passed on to the consumer. But, Kandert says he doesn't anticipate any significant fare-hikes, because airport fees represent only 4% of an airline's operating cost.


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Foot and mouth – farmer named, Pirbright blamed
Foot and mouth fears have eased with the news that vaccine production at the Pirbright Research facility is the most likely source of the Surrey outbreak. Sunday papers have named affected farmer.
Last night DEFRA confirmed that the strain of foot and mouth in cattle on the Wanborough farm where 64 beef animals were slaughtered yesterday was identical to one used by US vaccine maker Merial at the research facilities it shares with the Institute for Animal Health three miles away at Pirbright.
"The present indications are that this strain is a 01 BFS67-like virus, isolated in the 1967 foot and mouth disease outbreak in Great Britain," DEFRA commented last night.
This morning The Sunday Times newspaper revealed the identity of the affected farmer to be Derrick Pride, 78. Mr Pride runs a farm and shop in Elstead. The three cattle herds culled yesterday were all his.
Mr Pride's identity was withheld by Farmers Weekly throughout Saturday. A local contractor, Ray Simmonds, told one FW journalist yesterday: "He's one of the safest people about."
Local beef producer Angus Stovold, who farms within the exclusion zone, assured the BBC: "The farmer is a really good farmer. All the animals I've seen from him have been really good."
Although DEFRA has not yet said that Pirbright was the definite source it has extended its protection and surveillance zones in
Farming breathed a huge sigh of relief on the news. The big question now is how long movement restrictions and a ban on overseas trade will remain in place.
Biosecurity measures are being urgently reassessed at the Pirbright institute and Merial has voluntarily halted vaccine manufacture as a precaution.
The news was welcomed by epidemic experts. "If we know exactly where the virus has come from, and particularly if it's a vaccine type of virus, it's less likely to be a nasty virus," microbiology expert Hugh Pennington told the BBC.
"We know there isn't uncertainty about the source, so that means there isn't going to be virus in
DEFRA is urging farmers to remain vigilant and check animals for signs of foot and mouth. The UK-wide ban on livestock movement remains in place.
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The riveting sequel to the romantic fantasy adventure Ever the Hunted, called "absolutely marvelous" by the New York Times best-selling author Sarah J. Maas.
The riveting sequel to the romantic fantasy adventure Ever the Hunted, called "absolutely marvelous" by the New York Times best-selling author Sarah J. Maas.
After saving King Aodren with her newfound Channeler powers, Britta dreams of a peaceful life in her childhood home with Cohen. But her powers created an accidental tether between Britta and Aodren, a bond she cannot sever that is pulling her away from the man she loves. Cohen's only desire is to protect Britta from harm. But how can he do that when his hunt for the Channeler responsible for controlling the king prevents him from staying by Britta's side? Aodren has spent a year in the thrall of a manipulative Channeler and must now focus on leading Malam out of the darkness, even though he can't stop thinking about Britta and the bond that draws them together. As Britta, Cohen, and Aodren face the sinister forces that threaten Malam from within and without, Britta learns that there are those who would use her power for evil designs. If she cannot find a way to harness her magical ability, her life—as well as her country—may be lost. The stakes are higher than ever as Britta fights to protect her kingdom and her heart in this thrilling fantasy adventure.
A minute spent in a shaerdanian tavern is a minute too long. I motion for Finn to fall behind as the creaky door slams closed, leaving us in the loud, crowded, lantern-lit room. We garner a few glances, but most turn back to their cups. Only a one-eyed cat perched atop an ale barrel keeps my younger brother and me in its sights. I don't mind the surly types who hang around these places, the wenches with their skirts tied up and colorful shifts showing, and the bawdy songman accompanied by a guitar-plucking fellow. All are rightly pissed—?eyes blurry, smiles toothy, and voices gratingly bright. It's the smell that gets me every time. The rain in Shaerdan makes scents stronger. Makes taverns a pungent mix of moldy floor planks, vinegar, and fermented despair.
I hold my breath and slide a folded piece of parchment into the pocket on my belt. Finn watches me. He's seen me pull it out more than a few times in the last month. Probably noticed the action has increased the farther we've traveled from Malam.
He knows not to mention it.
Finn and I walk through the tavern and sit at the bar. After the long night and half day of riding, it's good to rest. If I dropped my forehead into my hands, I'd be asleep in a blink. Tempting if we weren't so close to the end of the hunt. And if we weren't still on Shaerdan soil, where being identified as a Malamian will get you gutted. A vision of a pale blond, freckled girl with a smile that has to be earned spurs me on, pierces me with longing.
A card game plays out on the nearest table, Shaerdanian silvers piled high enough to entice hungry onlookers. Pushing away the fatigue, I sit taller. Force my hands to relax, one resting over my left trouser pocket full of coins. My other hand is splayed on the bar. I fight to look the part in this tavern. Mistakes cannot happen today, not when we're so close to finding Lord Jamis's mistress.
The barkeep is a big man, no taller than me, but thicker through the gut like he's packing a barrel of ale. Busy talking to patrons, he gives no heed to Finn or me. Typical tavern kinsmen. They love their gossip as much as a Malamian market-goer.
I scowl in the man's direction and rap my knuckles on the tacky surface of the bar.
"Coming, coming," the barkeep grumbles. He moves in front of me, arms resting on the bar between us. His eyes, yellowed whites surrounding black irises, take in my little brother and me. "What'll ya have?"
This town, Rasimere Crossing, in the remote southern plains of Shaerdan, isn't one I've been to before. Since both countries backed down from the war, tension is mountain high. Harder to navigate too. Hardly a contact in Shaerdan will speak to me without drawing a sword. Yesterday, a barkeep up north confirmed that Lord Jamis's mistress, Phelia, was only a half day ahead of us and headed here. Within days after Jamis's arrest, the high lord had squawked about the Spiriter's identity. Course, it took a bit of Omar's torture to get it out of him.
It's not uncommon for noblemen at court to have mistresses. The women keep to themselves. For this reason, I doubt anyone would've thought her a threat. Especially since association with a high nobleman comes with some protection. Still, it's not a mistake that I, or the few men who know the harm the Spiriter inflicted, will make again.
As soon as she was identified, King Aodren sent me after her. I've followed Phelia's trail across Malam and into the dangers of Shaerdan. And now, finally, Siron's speed has bought us enough time to cross paths.
The bloody hunt's had me noosed for a month. That's a month longer than I've wanted to be gone from Brentyn and Britta. And damn if I haven't felt off the entire time we've been apart. Like distance has set me adrift.
Today the hunt ends.
Most barkeeps won't suffer a man who'll fill a chair and not pay to fill a cup or four. Even so, I've no time for primer drinks. "We're looking for our mother, who came south to find work." In a Shaerdanian lilt, I go on with the fib, explaining that we're soldiers returning from the war—?or almost war since it ended a little over a month ago, before it officially began. "Light brown hair, blue eyes, about this tall. Goes by the name Phelia." I hold my hand up, providing the description that the castle attendants gave me. "Seen anyone like that?"
The man pushes his tongue into the side of his cheek and then slides it over half-blackened teeth. "Aye. Perhaps."
"I'm all ears."
"Yeah. Might've seen someone matching that description earlier."
"How long ago?" Finn cuts in. I shoot him a look. His Shaerdanian accent wouldn't fool a deaf goat. Told him as much in the last town.
The barkeep doesn't seem to notice. He plunks a couple mugs on the counter. "Before we get too chatty, let me get you fellas a drink."
It's a fight to keep the easy smile on my face, knowing he likely holds information about Phelia. My hand shifts to my belt, to cover the parchment hidden in the leather. The motion usually centers me.
"Or, if you're aiming to take off sooner . . ." The man taps a glass on the counter. "You can pay for a drink and leave with some answers."
Right. Should've thrown money at him in the first place. I withdraw some coins, dropping them to plink on the wood. "Good enough?"
"Cohen." Finn's sharp whisper snags my attention. He reaches for the coins.
The man's fist slams Finn's hand flat against the bar.
My brother yelps.
Confused, I shove my chair back and lean into the barkeep's face. "Get your hand off my brother."
The music stops. Every eye in the tavern cuts to us. A few men rise to their feet.
"No Shaerdanian would pay with Malam coins," the barkeep says.
My jaw ticks, insides seizing like Siron's kicked me in the gut.
Bloody seeds.
"You think I'm one of those scrants?" I spit, leaning heavily into a Shaerdanian accent that sounds loud but flat in the silent room.
Finn's eyes volley around the tavern and back to his trapped hand. The kid hides his panic as well as a tabby cat in a wolf den.
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The Travcon 2017 exhibit hall was full of vendors wanting to market to travelers. The majority of vendors were staffing agencies. With over 100+ staffing agencies in one place, the competition to talk to travelers is high. Thus, agencies had to step up their game to get noticed and interact with travelers. Personally, I love going around to the booths, getting swag, talking to recruiters, and having fun playing games and being entered for giveaways. I compiled a list of my favorite booths at TravCon 2017.
My Overall Favorite:
Next Medical Staffing
Next Medical Staffing by far had my utmost attention at TravCon. Why? Because they hired three massage therapists to give free 10 minute massages all day. FREE MASSAGES, WHAT!!! Not only were the massages great, but the staff at Next were warm and welcoming. They made me feel comfortable as I waited around for my turn on the massage chair and were friendly and entertaining to interact with. They also did not judge me of my friends for signing up for multiple massages.
Best Photo Opp:
Medical Staffing Solutions
Medical Staffing Solutions always brings their A-game when it comes to photo opps at TravCon. They traditionally rent a photo booth from Framster and bring fun props that you can incorporate into your pictures. This year, they stepped their game up a notch by having two different photo backgrounds, one for each day of the conference. I stopped by day one to get a more professional picture and then day two to get a silly "hangover" picture. Immediately after the photo is taken, you can email it to yourself and share with friends!
Best Give Away
Host Healthcare
Giveaway: 3-Night Cruise for 2 with airfare included and a 3-night weekend San Diego Getaway (flight and hotels included)
This was a hard category to judge because there were so many AMAZING prizes at TravCon. Multiple companies were giving away apple watches, GoPro's, cash, Louis Vuitton bags, and vacations. Fastaff was giving away a 7-night Caribbean cruise, so this was definitely a tough one to judge.
Host stood apart because they were offering two different grand prize trips. As travelers, we love to travel, so I think that these prizes were the perfect giveaways for TravCon. Come on, anytime somebody asks me what I want for a gift I say "a trip or money for a trip" and Host totally got that! Plus, I got to take a picture with their Instagram photo cut out. 🙂
Most Practical Swag:
TotalMed Staffing
As I was picking up swag from tables, the thought often crossed my mind "do I need this?" While I pride myself on being minimalistic and fitting my whole life into a couple of bags, I could not help but grab all of the free stuff that I saw in the exhibit hall. There is just something about FREE + STUFF that makes me want to dump a bunch of pens and plastic sunglasses into my purse.
However, when it comes to awesome and PRACTICAL swag, I have to give praises to TotalMed. First, they were giving away Eos brand chapstick, which I love and use all of the time at home. Then, they were handing out USB phone chargers and Bluetooth speakers. Granted, you had to sink a pong ball in order to get the swag, but that can be done. I already had 2 of their USB chargers from previous conferences (which I use ALL OF THE TIME) but actually went up to them in the middle of the conference and won myself ANOTHER charger because my phone was about to die. You can never have too many phone chargers. Hence, the most useful and practical swag.
Most Allied Health Friendly
Fusion Medical Staffing
TravCon is a conference for traveling healthcare professionals, however, the majority of attendees are nurses. I realize that it can be difficult to justify bringing an allied recruiter into the exhibit hall if less than 10% of the attendees are allied. Props to Fusion Staffing for bringing their senior allied recruiter, Micheal Flynn, into the exhibit hall. He was the go-to guy to talk to allied travelers and answered many of our questions. Plus, Fusion had an awesome colorful swag. I am already wearing my new Fusion sunglasses and using the lip balm.
Best Tee Shirt
Focus Staffing
I admit that I was haphazardly grabbing tee shirts from booths and not thinking much about them. It was not until I started packing and looking at everything that I realized how much thought really went into the tee shirt designs. By far, my favorite tee shirt this year is from Focus Staffing. Mainly because the statement on the shirt 100% applies to my life. It also has their awesome hashtag on the front #Itsaboutthejourney. I wore this shirt around Vegas on Wednesday and actually received a lot of random compliments about it, so I know it is a crowd favorite as well.
Those booths were my favorite. 🙂 Comment below with yours. I will end this post with some more fun pictures from the exhibit hall. Until next year….
Feeling some alpha spirit with Wanda the pineapple from Wanderly Nurses
The staff at PPR Travel Nursing getting groovy with their 70's swag!
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