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Young Researchers' Conference: Energy Efficiency & Biomass
• 25 February 2015: Energy Efficiency
• 26 February 2015: Biomass
Stadthalle, Pollheimer Strasse 1,
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OÖ Energiesparverband
Young Researchers' Conference: Energy Efficiency
A conference to present the work of young researchers in the field of energy efficiency (in English only)
Wednesday, 25 February 2015
14.00 Opening & welcome
- Gerhard Dell/Christiane Egger, OÖ Energiesparverband , Austria
Oral presentation
Chairperson: Reinhold Priewasser, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Austria
- Quality assurance of Energy Performance Certificates across EU-28
Francesco Mariottini/Filippos Anagnostopoulos, Buildings Performance Institute Europe
- Using smart meter data for energy efficiency policies of buildings
Erica Marshall, University of Leeds, UK
- How climate change affects the Dutch housing stock
Mady Olonscheck, Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, Germany
- The savings potential of green leases in the US commercial sector
Andrew Feierman, Institute for Market Transformation, USA
- Cost-optimality of an office building with small-scale biomass cogeneration
Ayman Mohamed/Ala Hasan/Kai Sirén, Aalto University, Finland
- Improvements for current energy balance calculation methods for industrial buildings
Pascal Brinks, Technical University Kaiserslautern, Germany/Lindab, Luxembourg
- Energy-saving strategies in a manufacturing organisation in Sri Lanka
Akila Fernando/Iresha Somarathne/Ashan Asmone, Brandix Lanka, Sri Lanka
- Industrial power study on power profiles
Maria-Jose Rivas Duarte, ACORN Research Centre, Ireland; Angela Rolfe/Neil J. Hewitt/Ye Huang, CST,University of Ulster, UK
- Defining the energy performance gap for non-domestic buildings
Joanne Robinson/Timothy Foxon/Peter Taylor, University of Leeds, UK
- Energy efficiency in data centres: moving beyond PUE
Nathaniel Horner/Inês Azevedo, Carnegie Mellon University, USA
- Analyses of the extra cost of NZEB and low energy apartment buildings
Martin Thalfeldt/Ergo Pikas/Jarek Kurnitski, Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia
- Thermally activated floor slabs as energy storage
Tobias Schilly/Conrad Völker, Technical University Kaiserslautern, Germany
- Passive solar greenhouses: a model for Armenia
Gohar Shahinyan, Researchers for Bio Heating Solutions, Armenia
- The refurbishment of Krapina-Zagorje county schools
Martina Krizmanić, North-West Croatia Regional Agency (REGEA), Croatia
- Domestic hot water profiles and energy calculations in Finnish residential buildings
Kaiser Ahmed, Aalto University, Finland
19.00 End of the conference day
19.30 Evening programme
Poster presentation: Energy Efficiency
- A road towards building energy efficiency in China
Jiayu Wang/Chunni Yao, Global Buildings Performance Network, China
- Fuel poverty mitigation through energy efficiency in buildings
Eleni Kontonasiou/Bogdan Atanasiu/Francesco Mariottini, Buildings Performance Institute Europe
- Energy efficiency in buildings in the Ukraine
Ievgeniia Morozova, The Institute of Bioenergy Crops and Sugar Beet, Ukraine
- Think global - act global
Philipp Knöfler/Arne Diedrich, Technical University Braunschweig, Germany
- Assessing uncertainty in building energy performance: a review
Fally Titikpina, Universite d'Angers/Laboratoire Laris, France
- Stochastic and artificial neural network modelling of building energy performance
Andreas Chari/Xanthos Savvas/Christodoulou Symeon, University of Cyprus
- Zero energy buildings in China: an innovation system analysis
Jingjing Zhang, Lund University, Sweden; Adam Hinge, Sustainable Energy Partnerships, USA; Nan Zhou, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, USA; Lars Nilsson, Lund University, Sweden
- Informal knowledge strategies while designing non-domestic buildings
Gabriela Zapata-Lancaster, Cardiff University - Welsh School of Architecture, UK
- Nearly Zero Energy Buildings in Swedish newspapers (1989-2013)
Johan Niskanen, Linköpings University, Sweden
- Reducing Europe's energy import dependency through deep renovation
Kjell Bettgenhäuser, Ecofys, Germany
- Investigating possible mismatches in deep retrofit projects
Luc van Summeren, Duneworks, The Netherlands
- Energy efficiency and the principal-agent problem
Daniel Hill, Vienna University of Economics and Business, Austria
- Impact of different predictors on domestic energy consumption
Gesche Margarethe Huebner, University College London, UK
- Analysis of solar-assisted air conditioning systems in Macedonia
Igor Shesho, SS. Cyril and Methodius University Skopje, Macedonia
- Energy efficiency in schools through new requirements for mechanical ventilation
Luisa Dias Pereira/Carlos Diogo Costa da Silva/Nuno Correia, University of Coimbra, Portugal
- An energy-efficient, healthy and comfortable school design for tropical regions
Sahar Sojoudi, University Putra Malaysia
- Indoor climate in a passive house made of natural materials
Barbora Lišková/Petr Jelínek/Milan Ostrý, Brno University of Technology, Czech Republic
- Energy-saving technologies in an apartment building
Nadezhda Ermolova/Chermen Aidarov, North Caucasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, Russia
- Lessons from the "MIL D Home" & "EcoGreen Village" Competition
Sonia Iulia Raetchi/Radu Catalin Andone, Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urbanism, Romania
- Rural electrification in the Ecuadorian jungle using prepaid systems
Robert Peñaranda Loayza, Empresa Electrica Quito, Ecuador
- Organic PV inkjet inks for energy harvesting in smart windows
Anita Fuchsbauer/Barbara Unterauer, Profactor, Austria; Michael Wagner/Hans-Joachim Egelhaaf, Belectric OPV, Germany
- Heat pipe based solar systems for building facades
Andrii Rassamakin/Dmytro Kozak, National Technical University of Ukraine
Young Researchers' Conference: Biomass
A conference to present the work of young researchers in the field of biomass (in English only)
Thursday, 26 February 2015
14.00 Opening & welcome
- Gerhard Dell/Christiane Egger, OÖ Energiesparverband
Oral presentation
Chairperson: Walter Haslinger, Bioenergy 2020+, Austria
- A policy-making tool for the domestic use of biomass technologies
Agorasti-Eri Toka, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
- Initiatives to support renewable heat New York
Rebecca Trojanowski/T. Butcher, Brookhaven National Laboratory, USA
- Evaluation of two biomass harvesting systems in Chile
Rodrigo Labbé, Universidad Austral de Chile
- Scenarios for selected bio-based materials
Fabian Schipfer/Lukas Kranzl, Technical University Vienna, Austria
- Opportunities and challenges for sustainable wood pellet production in Brazil
Javier F. Escobar/Suani T. Coelho, University of São Paulo, Brazil
- Development of a wood pellet durability tester for small samples
Marius Wöhler, University of Applied Forest Sciences Rottenburg, Germany
- Natural ventilation measures for CO off-gassing in small pellet storages
Waltraud Emhofer/Klaus Lichtenegger/Walter Haslinger/Irene Sedlmayer, Bioenergy 2020+, Austria; Hermann Hofbauer, Technical University Vienna, Austria
- Experimental and theoretical investigation of the combustion of wood pellets
Julia Behling, Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety and Energy Technology UMSICHT, Germany; Jens Wiese, Ruhr University Bochum, Germany
- Reduction of emissions of firewood stoves by integrated honeycomb catalysts
Gabriel Reichert, Bioenergy 2020+, Austria
- Ablative flash-pyrolysis of lignocellulose rich biomass
Stefan Conrad, Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety and Energy Technology UMSICHT, Germany
- A case study for the utilization of straw-to-energy in Ukraine
Oleksii Epik, Institute of Engineering Thermophysics, National Academy of Sciences, Ukraine
- Properties determination of straw biomass after combustion
Josef Farták/Tomáš Hásl/Ivo Jiříček, Institute of Chemical Technology, Czech Republic
- A case study for delivering biomass installations in schools
Chiara Cervigni/Cindy Carrillo Quijano, Northamptonshire County Council, UK
- A case study for the use of biogas on Botana Farm, Colombia
Nadia Rosero/Mauricio Villota/Oscar Barco, University of Nariño, Colombia
- Towards sustainable biomass-for-bioenergy supply chains
Annelies De Meyer/Catheline Ottevaere/Jos Van Orshoven/Dirk Cattrysse, KU Leuven, Belgium
19.00 End of the conference day
19.30 Evening programme
Poster presentation: Biomass
- From biomass potential to sustainable energy projects in South America
Diego Jair Rodríguez Obando/Alvaro Andrés Jiménez Ocaña/Claudia Vivian Zambrano Pantoja, University of Nariño, Colombia
- Land use change emissions and bioenergy supply chain optimisation
Joana Almeida/Annelies De Meyer/Dirk Cattrysse/ Jos Van Orshoven/Wouter MJ Achten/Bart Muys, KU Leuven, Belgium
- Development of silver nanoparticles by a facile green chemistry approach
Renu Geetha Bai, University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus, Malaysia
- Catalytic energy extraction routes from biomass of municipal solid waste in Malaysia
Obid Tursunov, AGH University of Science and Technology, Poland
- The effect of the flow rate over Pd-three different types supported catalysts obtained from douple-FSP on the chemoselective hydrogenation of acetophenone
Kyungduk Kim, University of Sydney, Australia
- Production of y-valerolactone from biomass-derived levulinic acid
Miha Grilc/Blaž Likozar/Janez Levec, National Institute of Chemistry, Slovenia
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Road Trips and Renaissance Fairs
Dublin and Galway, Ireland: Dublin my alcohol blood levels with my pretty little Galway girls
It's Aga's birthday, which to her is an excuse to get out of the country for the weekend. Along with Terese and I, she decides on going to The Emerald Isle – that's Ireland, in case you didn't know that. This is perfect for so many reasons:
- I get to cross another country off my bucket list
- The scenery and architecture looks amazing
- I like to get drunk, and so does the Irish
- Sharon lives there
We are staying at Mec Hostel, a former school very close to the city center. It's quiet, but we are not planning on staying here long enough to make friends. After dropping off our bags, we head out for some fish and chips at Beshoff's.
The only downside to this delicious meal is that we are so full afterwards, that transporting our heavy bodies through town is a struggle. We manage to see a few things along the way to the Guinness Museum, like Temple Bar and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Once we reach the museum though, I wander around impatiently, waiting to get to the level where they serve beer. We are given a small sample while being taught the proper way to drink a Guinness – breathe in, take a sip, breathe out.
At The Guinness Academy we learn how to serve a perfect pint of Guinness in front of other people, which seems intimidating, but turns out to be pretty easy. I do it wrong and it still comes out perfectly enough to receive a diploma, once again proving that trying is pointless.
Then we head to Gravity Bar, where we are unable to find a seat. We finish our beers, awkwardly pose for photos – it's hard to fit three people in one selfie when you have short arms – and head out to Temple Bar.
Somehow, we manage to force another meal down at The Norseman while listening to live music. We find a standing spot at the end of the bar, where Terese chats up a recruiter, while Aga and I push our way up to a table closer to the stage. We sing and dance until the musician finishes his set, and then we head back to Terese and meet the recruiter and his friend.
I've heard of a drag show happening at The George, so we leave the comfort of the warm, cozy pub and end up in a cold bar, where it takes some aggression to find a seat. After waiting hours for the show to begin, my lack of patience eventually turns into proper anger and antisocial behavior, so I let the girls know that I am going back to the hostel to sleep. This sets off a huge argument, which is eventually resolved, and we leave when it becomes apparent that these drag queens aren't gonna show.
The next day we get up early and have breakfast in the kitchen with the other commoners, where we meet an Aussie girl giving us her recommendations for the day. Then we head out to pick up a rental car that we've pre-ordered. We realize that even though we thought we'd set up an appointment to pick up the car further down the street, it's actually in the opposite end of town. We get in a cab, and the driver pretty much refuses to drive us all that way. He is both condescending (calling us stupid) and helpful (not taking our money, telling us to just go to the rental place nearby and demand the car anyway). The guy at the desk is reluctant to help us at first, but we stand our ground and get our car eventually. Off we go!
It's a long drive through the beautiful country in the rain. We listen to good music and marvel at the signs in Gaelic. Stopping by the Cliffs of Moher, we drive around narrow little roads blocked by horses at first, trying to find a spot less crowded by tourists. Eventually, we turn back and park with the peasants. It's incredibly windy and I immediately regret my decision to wear a dress. My sunglasses also fly off my head, get tangled in my hair and then break. Great.
We walk along part of the cliffs for some amazing views, although it's sometimes rather scary to walk this close to the edge in the wind. It's literally blowing us away, but Mo(t)her of God, is it beautiful here. We pose for pictures, get our butts dirty in the process, and then head back to the car.
Next stop: Galway.
After reluctantly listening to Ed Sheeran's Galway Girl a couple of times, we find a parking space and head for the first atmospheric bar, The Quays. As Google describes it, it's decorated with "stained glass, inlaid woods, Gothic arches and church pews", so here we decide to have some Irish grub and a beer. Then we take a walk down Grafton Street, before returning to the car for a loooong drive home.
After several hours on darks roads, we reach Dublin at midnight and struggle to find the entrance to the parking lot where we're supposed to drop off the car. It's incredibly satisfying climbing into bed after such a long day, even if the lady in the bottom bunk is snoring loudly.
On Aga's birthday, we start off with some breakfast and shopping at Pennies. A fight ensues after Terese and I head upstairs to try on stripper shoes and lose Aga in the process, but things are a lot better once we reach Trinity College.
From there, we pass the Molly Malone statue, and then sit down at The Stag's Head for a Guinness – these are really growing on me. I've been texting Sharon this whole time, who's arrived at our hostel and is making her way to our watering hole.
When she shows up, we hug, order Guinness with raspberry and talk about her amazing eyebrows (and also other things). She's in our hostel room, so we head back and have wine in the room while getting ready.
A weird threesome is happening over in one of the other beds. A girl travelling with two guys keeps moving from the top to bottom bunk and then back to cuddle with each guy. We are confused and amused, and probably also pretty tipsy by this point. That means Burger time! Bunsen has some of the best ones, so there we go and get a few of their craft beers as well.
Once the sun has set, we go to a different bar, where we meet up with another Pink Palace pal, Devon and her boyfriend Johnnie. Once we reach proper drunk stage, Sharon and I go to Maccas for a Happy Meal, and I save my cat emoji plushie toy for Aga.
Unfortunately, our Irish adventure has come to an end for now. Sharon walks us to our airport shuttle, and then it's goodbye for the second time this year.
Back in good old Horsens, the big event is the European Medieval Festival: a huge renaissance fair with sword fights, mead, and people in authentic garments on their iPhones. The girls and I grab some mead and walk around the festival, which takes place at the old prison. We see a fire show, a tournament and listen to the hits of 1017
I also reach my limit at work. After a minor breakdown over the whole being a pain in the ass on the phone thing and being pushed to work more hours in a short amount of time, I quit.


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On January 1, 2020, works from 1924 will enter the US public domain, where they will be free for all to use and build upon, without permission or fee. These works include George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue, silent films by Buster Keaton and Harold Lloyd, and books such as Thomas Mann's The Magic Mountain, E. M. Forster's A Passage to India, and A. A. Milne's When We Were Very Young. These works were supposed to go into the public domain in 2000, after being copyrighted for 75 years. But before this could happen, Congress hit a 20-year pause button and extended their copyright term to 95 years.
- Buster Keaton's Sherlock, Jr. and The Navigator
- Harold Lloyd's Girl Shy and Hot Water
- The first film adaptation of Peter Pan
- The Sea Hawk
- Secrets
- He Who Gets Slapped
- Dante's Inferno
- Thomas Mann, The Magic Mountain
- E.M. Forster, A Passage to India
- Ford Madox Ford, Some Do Not… (the first volume of his "Parade's End" tetralogy)
- Eugene O'Neill, Desire Under the Elms
- Edith Wharton, Old New York (four novellas)
- Yevgeny Zamyatin, We (the English translation by Gregory Zilboorg)
- A.A. Milne, When We Were Very Young
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- Edgar Rice Burroughs, Tarzan and the Ant Men
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- Lord Dunsany (Edward Plunkett), The King of Elfland's Daughter
- Rhapsody in Blue, George Gershwin
- Fascinating Rhythm and Oh, Lady Be Good, music George Gershwin, lyrics Ira Gershwin
- Lazy, Irving Berlin
- Jealous Hearted Blues, Cora "Lovie" Austin (composer, pianist, bandleader) (recorded by Ma Rainey)
- Santa Claus Blues, Charley Straight and Gus Kahn (recorded by Louis Armstrong)
- Nobody's Sweetheart, music Billy Meyers and Elmer Schoebel, lyrics Gus Kahn and Ernie Erdman
(Only the musical compositions referred to above are entering the public domain. Subsequent arrangements, orchestrations, or recordings of those compositions, such as Yuja Wang's performance of Rhapsody in Blue, might still be copyrighted. You are free to copy, perform, record, or adapt Gershwin's composition, but may need permission to use a specific recording of it.)


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In this guide, we will show you how to connect your Hikvision WiFi camera to your WiFi network using the simple to use Mac software. If you are looking to set this up on a Windows computer read this guide.
Step 1: Downloading the Software and Connecting Your Camera
To get the camera set up you will want to connect the camera to mains power with an Ethernet lead to your router. You will then want to download the software from the link below.
Once downloaded install and run the software.
Step 2: Configuring Your Hikvision Camera to WiFi
Watch our video below to find out how to do this:
- Connect the camera to your network using a wired Ethernet connection and power supply, then open IVMS-4200.
- Login to the software and press on Device Management button, then press the online devices button.
- Select the camera from the list and press the activate button to then set a password.
- Press the Select Device option to add the camera setting a name, making sure the export to group box is ticked.
- Now go to Remote Configuration -> Network -> Wi-Fi to find your Wi-Fi network and connect to it.
- Once connected it will now appear connected to your Wi-Fi network(In this example we change which network we are connected to) with its own unique IP address.
- Like before, go to online devices and select the camera then press the Select Device button.
- Go onto the Main View option and double click on the folder on the left labelled with the name you set (CameraWiFi in our example)
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Hello supporters! With just 3 hours left, it is going to take a feat of super-human strength to get to our funding goal... stranger things have happened on Kickstarter though! For those who have been asking about what happens if we do not fund, we... (Read More)
2 days left and the final surge has begun!
June 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, Over the last week the campaign has been picking up quite a bit, and over the last couple of days there has been a real surge! It looks like our campaign could still have a Hulk-like transformation and make it over the line yet! Welcome... (Read More)
Full gameplay video now available!
June 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone! You can now watch a full game of Pack of Heroes unfold, by watching our walk-through video in the "Gameplay" section on our campaign page! My friend Chris played the Safari Squad, I chose the Liberty Legends, and it came right down to... (Read More)
A new pledge level, a new review and a pack of... snacks!
June 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello again! Just a quick update to say that support has really picked up the last couple of days, so welcome aboard to all our new pledgers! A really great new review of the game has been posted at BoardGameGeek. If you have been thinking of making... (Read More)
A video review and some kid-designed heroes!
June 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi friends, Just a quick update to let you know that Tom Vasel, the prolific board game reviewer has done a preview video for Pack of Heroes. He explains the game, and gives you a look at the prototype playmat as well! Check it out... (Read More)
Less than 2 weeks to go!
June 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello hello, Well we have less than 2 weeks left in the campaign! As you may have noticed, things have stalled a little bit though. A few backers have asked what they can do to help get things moving again. So here are my top 3 tips! 1. Pledge! If... (Read More)
New t-shirts and add-ons!
June 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello everyone, Just a quick update to say we have some new add-ons for you! First up, we have two new t-shirt designs from John D-C. The first is a wild Japanese re-imagining of the Pack of Heroes logo! The second features comic frame art from... (Read More)
Print 'n' Play Edition Now Available!
June 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone! Well, the Pack of Heroes campaign has really picked up the last few days! We are over 25% of the way there, and just shy of $4000. Thanks for all your generous pledges! I'm very happy to announce that you can now download the Print 'n'... (Read More)
It's a bird... It's a plane... It's a brain!.. wearing sunglasses, in a jar, riding a skateboard.
May 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello again!We are pleased to announce that all backers of $25 or more will be getting a free Kickstarter-exclusive chrome-foil hero card, called THE BRAIN! We wanted to recreate that feeling of opening a pack of trading cards and finding a limited... (Read More)
15% there!
May 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, Well we have made it to 15% of our goal! Thanks for all of your pledges, encouragement and support. Please keep spreading the word about Pack of Heroes! I just wanted to tell you about a couple of new additions to the campaign page:... (Read More)
Welcome to Pack of Heroes!
May 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks to all our early pledgers for giving us a great start to our campaign! We will be revealing some exciting things as the campaign goes on, but to get us started we have introduced a small (but cool) new add-on.For $5 you can get an exclusive to... (Read More)
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On Mindfulness and Horses
"I cannot emphasize enough the importance of the education of the rider's mind and attitude. The life of an equestrian involves one's personal inner life and values, and one's ethics and character traits. There is no question that horsemanship is a science of many branches."
-Charles de Kunffy
The Ethics and Passions of Dressage
If you think back to some of your best memories either on horseback or around horses, I would bet that the most memorable are moments that you were incredibly present - not worrying about the past or the future but simply living in the moment and connecting to your horse on an emotional and spiritual level. One of my best memories was when my mare, Jypsy Rose, was four years old. At that age she was a pretty free spirited youngster, prone to tension, nerves and spookiness. One day when it was time to ride her, the sky opened up and a torrential downpour ensued. On the roof of the covered arena, the sound was deafening. You could not even hear yourself think! (Which turned out to be a beautiful thing!) I nervously hopped on her and proceeded to have the most harmonious and beautiful ride I had ever had on her. We were so connected. At that time I had to have the white noise of the rain shower to drown out the sometimes obnoxious voices in my head telling me that I wasn't doing something right, or that I was no doubt ruining my horse. Negative self talk and never feeling like enough were always challenging obstacles for me but in that moment it all disappeared and my horse and I connected in a beautiful and intimate way.
By being in the present moment, we allow ourselves to truly experience the beauty (or sometimes the pain) in each moment. When we stay present in the saddle, we can open our minds and bodies in a way that we can connect to our equine partners. We can feel their bodies, their crookedness or tension and be open and calm enough to make corrections from moment to moment. When we align the horse, feel them moving forward and over the back, we can feel that openness in our own bodies as well. Much of riding is based on feel...what do you feel in your own body that your horse is communicating to you through his?
By entering into a meditation practice, you begin to come aware of thoughts, feelings, emotions and physical sensations that arise in the body. As a rider, we must remain present in order to be able to best communicate with our horse. Otherwise, the ego can take over and it's imperative that we do not allow the ego to control ourselves when we work around horses. When the ego takes over, harmony and empathy is lost.
This week I encourage you all to check in with yourself throughout your rides and make sure that you are staying present. Notice the thoughts and feelings that arise in your body and acknowledge them. Getting to know yourself in this deep way, focusing on your inner values, will open the doors for you to become the rider and human being that you've always wanted to be.
I send you love and light! Until next time,
Welcome to the very first Mindful Riding Blog post! For way too long now, I have wanted to start a blog and I've always been held back for one reason or another but for 2017 I have decided to just go for it! For much of 2016, ideas for my Mindful Riding program have been floating around in my head. My website has been under construction for most of that time and I can't even tell you how many notebooks and journals I have filled with ideas, stories and components that I want to include in this program. As with most perfectionists, I tend to not move forward with something until I feel that it is 100% under control... the website absolutely perfect, every word checked and double checked that it is the ideal word to convey the message I am trying to share. Again, as with most perfectionists, I can be very critical on myself if I feel that I don't meet my (sometimes unrealistic) standards. Unfortunately this is how so many good things don't come to fruition so for 2017 one of my resolutions is to make Mindful Riding a reality!
Over the last two years, I have been working to better myself while on a path of personal development and spirituality. What does that mean, you say? Probably the most important part has been starting a meditation practice which, for the most part, I keep regularly although sometimes finding even ten minutes of quiet, alone time with a very active toddler and a busy horse business can be challenging! I have begun a mindfulness practice as well and being able to bring myself back to the present moment has been a game changer in the way I see problems and stress.
I believe that in the journey to become the person we want to be...the person filled with love, warmth, compassion, empathy and kindness, the first step is to make ourselves open. We must make a conscious decision that we will make ourselves open to the process of change. The first step in mindfulness it to be conscious of our awareness. Sometimes the path of change can be scary and many people go through life on autopilot because they are so afraid of the unknown. Delving into one's own mind can be a daunting endeavor and sometimes it can bring up past pain and hurt but the goal through mindfulness practice is to be aware of what comes up, and sit with it in non judgement. This is how healing begins. Changing limiting beliefs can be very difficult but if you make the decision today for 2017 that you are going to be the best you that you can be, you will be amazed at how much your life can change for the better!
I hope with this blog that I can perhaps, open some new paths of self discovery for you and for myself as well. Publishing this blog will be a opportunity for me to face fear and vulnerability, things that, like most people I find very uncomfortable. This is how we grow - put yourself out there! Don't wait for everything to be perfect before you share your creativity with the world, otherwise it may never happen.
So, I encourage you all to think about your resolutions for 2017. I always liked the word resolution...a noun typically meaning "a firm decision to do or not do something". There is also a definition of the word as it relates to music, "resolution is the move of a note or chord from dissonance (an unstable sound) to a consonance (a more final or stable sounding one)." I like this definition so as we use our resolutions to come more into harmony and balance in our lives, we can liken it to creating beautiful music. So, let's make beautiful music in 2017!
Life is an incredible journey and I encourage you all to live it!
This blog will be all about personal growth. I will discuss different topics and issues, some relating to horses and some not. Feel free to comment!
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[A] trio of men who stole high-value cars in a string of burglaries across Greater Manchester and Derbyshire have been jailed.
Samuel Irving (11/02/1989) of Rimmer Close, Newton Heath, Kyle Brindley (02/05/1995) of Dorking Avenue, Newton Heath and Mark Edwards (12/04/1990) of no fixed address were sentenced to a total of eight and a half years.
The men previously pleaded guilty at Manchester Crown Square to their involvement in the cross-constabulary offences which saw cars worth an estimated £200,000 stolen from homes.
Irving admitted conspiracy to commit burglary and was handed 5 years and eight months on 13 June 2017, while Brindley pleaded guilty to two counts of burglary and driving whilst disqualified and was handed 36 months. He was also disqualified from driving for three years from his release.
Edwards admitted handling stolen goods and was given a 12-month community order yesterday (Monday 17 July 2017).
The court heard how Irving was the kingpin behind the illegal operation.
Between 15 September 2016 and 20 October 2016 he would use rented cars to travel around areas searching for expensive cars as well as transporting other organised crime group members who committed the burglaries with him.
The thieves would always strike overnight whilst the homeowners were asleep, then Irving would drive or direct the stolen vehicles back to the Manchester area before they were fitted with false plates and sold on.
Brindley was involved in an attempted burglary in Chadderton on 2 October 2016 and a burglary in Hyde on 20 October 2016 where a 16 plate BMW 3 series was stolen.
The same car taken from Hyde was then pursued by police through Bolton later where Brindley was the driver.
He crashed into a vehicle carrying young children and knocked the driver unconscious before fleeing. He was arrested nearby.
Edwards fingerprints were found on a Volvo V40 stolen during a burglary in Bury on 7 October 2016.
Detective Constable Christopher Horsfield, from GMP's Serious Crime Division, said: "These men let their arrogance get the better of them by leaving a trail of evidence for our officers to identify their roles in these offences.
"This even went as far as Irving posing for photos in front of the stolen vehicles.
"The sentences handed to these men today are the result of a meticulous investigation by officers from both GMP and Derbyshire.
"We have not only stopped them in their tracks but we have also dismantled an organised crime group that benefitted from the losses of innocent people.
"I hope this case shows just how seriously we take burglaries. The public should be confident in our ability to thoroughly investigate these offences and find the people responsible."
Some of the burglaries carried out by the defendants:
- 16 September 2016, Rochdale – 09 plate Audi A3, 62 Plate BMW 520 Sport, cash, computers were all stolen
- 17 September 2016 , Glossop – 62 plate Audi A4, 62 plate VW Golf were taken
- 18 September 2016 , Glossop – 14 plate BMW 316d stolen
- 2 October 2016, Chadderton – attempt burglary, 15 plate Kia Sportage, 65 plate Mercedes CLA targeted
- 5 October 2016, Stalybridge – 15 plate Renault Clio and jewellery taken
- 7 October 2016, Bury – Volvo V40, 13 plate BMW 318d and computers stolen
- 7 October 2016, Bury – attempted burglary
- 10 October 2016, Bury – 15 plate Mercedes and cash taken
- 18 October 2016, Heywood -16 plate Audi A4
- 20 October 2016, Hyde – 16 plate BMW and bank cards stolen.


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Free Markets Series E3: Ayn Rand and Her Legacy
Ayn Rand suffered through the Russian Revolution before escaping to America at the age of 21. In this illuminating interview, former bank executive John A. Allison discusses how her philosophical novels, most notably Atlas Shrugged, helped him run a successful business and steered him through the recent financial crisis.
Rand gets a lot of flack for advocating selfishness. But the selfishness she promotes is not about taking advantage of other people, which is ultimately self‐defeating. Rather, as Allison points out, it's about asking, "What kind of world would I like to live in? And what would I enjoy doing helping create that kind of world?" Rand's version of selfishness involves having a sense of purpose, taking care of your body and your mind, and fostering healthy relationships.
John Allison might have been accused of being selfish when, despite government pressure to promote home ownership, he kept his bank from issuing mortgages to clients who could not afford them. But as he told his employees, "Never, ever do anything that you know will be bad for your client, even if you can make a profit in the short term, because it'll always come back to haunt you in the long term. And if you do the right things for your client, you'll be successful in the long term." In the ensuing crisis, of course, many poorer people who got mortgages from other banks ended up losing their homes.
Viewers will hear Allison's views on regulations and crony capitalism, and will learn why his bank was forced to take TARP funds. Despite many of Rand's dire predictions coming true, though, he remains optimistic because as she argued, ideas matter.


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Mount Isa players star for Northern Outback in Winton
Under 14s and 16s and 18s players from a number of Mount Isa's rugby league clubs have starred for the Northern outback representative side at the Arthur Beetson Foundation Outback Carnival Challenge on May 28 at Winton, earning themselves selection in Queensland Outback squads in the process.
In the under 14s, Wanderers' players Hayden Andrews, Peter Backo, Tully Barritt, Brayden Jones, and Darcy Ryder were selected alongside Black Stars players Joshua Egan, Kynan Evans, Trent Laffin, James Moloney, Ethan Roberts and Jackson Siemer.
In the under 16s Black Stars players Gordon Barry, Clayton Fenton, Darcy McDonald, Suliano Filise Matanibulalevu and Pasini Pasini were selected. Wanderers players Christian Aplin, Caleb Henley, Malik Luff, Steven Numambo and Diega Teaukura were picked for the team. Brothers players Malachi Retchford, Troy Kumsing, William Dempsey and Allan Clark also were included in the squad.
In the under 18s age division Black Stars had Brennan Aplin, Mahana Ellison, and Jekope Kauvere earned their place in the squad, alongside Brothers Kye Aplin, Royston Connelly, and Phillip Roos. Wanderers' players Michael Pengilly and Dwight Daley were also picked, with Cloncurry player Gavin Crisp also inlcuded in the squad.
The Queensland Outback under 14s, 16s and 18s representative squads will play at the Glyn Rees City-Country Cultural exchange Carnival at Coolum on the Sunshine Coast on June 24-26.
Arthur Beetson Foundation Outback Carnival Challenge results:
Round 1:
Under 14s: Northern Outback 52 – Southern Outback 6, player of the match; Ethan Roberts.
Under 16s: Northern Outback 58 – Southern Outback 0, player of the match; Suliano Filise Matanibukalevu.
Under 18s: Southern Outback 12 – Northern Outback 10, player of the match Ben Richards.
Round 2:
Under 14s: Northern outback 40 – Southern Outback 4, player of the match; Hayden Andrews.
Under 16s: Northern Outback 36 – Southern Outback 8, player of the match; Malchi Retchford.
Under 18s: Southern Outback 30 – Northern Outback 12; player of the match; David Willett.
Carnival Champion Teams: Under 14s Northern outback, under 16s Northern Outback, under 18s Southern Outback.
Arthur Beetson Foundation Outback Carnival Champions: Northern Outback.


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Punya nagari – The blessed city – Pune! Ask anyone what do they recall at first when they hear the word Pune? And you can expect two spontaneous answers: Cultural heritage and IT Industry.
If you are thinking of buying a home in Pune I will give you a heads up in the starting: That's a good decision! A city once known as a pensioners city, turned into a metro in just a decades time……..what else can you expect? Residing at a place having rich heritage, happening lifestyle and cool soothing weather!
Having said that, buying a home in Pune will need a detailed research! Central Pune already crowded and can leave you in a space problem. Best choice is the recently developing suburban areas. Let me tell you five top localities in Pune where you can expect specious apartments developed with world class amenities, at affordable rate.
1. Kharadi
A village located in the eastern corridor of Pune, currently housing many software companies is famous as the most upcoming IT destination. The IT majors in the area are joining hands with the builders in order to provide luxurious lifestyles to their employees. Many residential projects are now launched in the area, which are in sync with the modern times. To name a few – Song of Joy, Trinity Towers Kharadi by Gera Developers.
2. Baner
A subarb of Pune located off Katraj-Dehu bypass - portrays the perfect fusion of Pune's current trend – the IT industry metro culture and the original heritage culture! Anyone having a slightest track of real estate market in Pune will agree that Baner is an irresistible destination. The fastest growing IT Hub of the city Hijewadi is at very convenient distance from Baner. The area also hosts big companies like Symantec, Calsoft. No wonder the demand of residential properties at Baner is augmented. Many luxurious residential projects are launched in the area to contribute to the growth of Baner. Gera Affinia, Pinnacle Neelanchal, Rohan Leher 2 Baner are few few names.
3. Wakad
Wakad - situated in the north-western belt of Pune, in Pimpari-Chinchwad region, is one of the fastest growing neighbourhoods of Pune. Due to the surrounding IT hubs and the Pune-Mumbai Express way, Wakad is developing at a rapid rate. Experts say that in year 2013-14 properties at Wakad saw nearly 40% appreciation. If you are an investor expecting good appreciation rate for your investments then Wakad is the best place to invest. Elegant 2-3 BHK homes offered by Kalpataru Crescendo wakad is one of the best options available in Wakad.
4. Balewadi
Balewadi is located at the North-West of the city and is famous for the sports complex it houses. Though it's the oldest part of Pune, the area got its prominence after construction of the Shree Shiv Chatrapati Sports complex. The area is surrounded by Pimpale Nilakh, Baner, Hinjewadi and Wakad. Connectivity of the area is considerably improved due to the common wealth games. Due to its proximity to major IT hubs and educational institutes residential properties are at higher demand. If you are looking for an elegant living space in Balewadi visit Marvel Brisa Balewadi!
5. Wagholi
Situated on Pune-Ahamadnagar road, Wagholi is the most desired destination for first time home buyers and investors. In the near proximity of IT Hub of Kharadi, Kalyani Nagar and Magarpatta city and still apartments available at very affordable rates are some important points behind growing property demand at Wagholi. Skylights Wagholi is a residential project by Ravinanda Landmarks is an ongoing project where you can expect nice home within your budget.


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Indian and Turkish textile companies plan to launch operation in Kutaisi free industrial zone. Negotiations are underway with one of the Ukrainian companies too that plans to operate in the heavy industry direction. Namely, the Ukrainian company plans to manufacture compressors.
The Indian company is interested in 5 000 square meter territory in the Kutaisi FIZ to organize a big enterprise and make significant investments, several millions of USD, Soso Nibladze, director of Hualing FIZ told the Business Contact.
Meeting was already held with the company representatives and the process will be promoted to the next phase for carrying out preparatory works, including installation of technical equipment and drawing qualified staff, the FIZ director said.
As to Turkish company, it plans to organize a clothing factory. We have already met with the company representatives and internal discussions are being carried out in Turkey, the FIZ director noted.
The company plans to export products to Turkey and EU. As to Ukrainian heavy industry enterprise, similar enterprise does not exist in Georgia. Several meetings were held with the company representatives and negotiations are underway. If the negotiations are successful on all three projects, the companies will launch operation in the FIZ in 6 months, Nibladze said.
As to the intensity of FIZ operation , importer and exporter companies have easy access to the FIZ from various countries, including from Azerbaijan, Central Asia countries, which store products and then export them.
Hualing Free Industrial Zone in Kutaisi opened on October 1, 2015,. The Chinese company plans to invest 30 million UISD in the Kutaisi FIZ. According to the Georgian government's decision, the Kutaisi FIZ will function for 30 years.


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Inside, you will find 52 high-quality coated paper poker size cards, each with a different Latour-Marliac water lily on the face. And the Joker is none other than Monsieur Latour-Marliac himself.
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Think Ink
Despite the rise of digital technology and the omnipresence of keyboards, traditional writing instruments aren't going anywhere. It turns out that consumers still want to take notes, make lists, keep journals and doodle the old-fashioned way.
Counterintuitively, it's not just the Baby Boomers who won't give up handwriting—Millennials and Generation Z are attracted to the throwback element of longhand, perhaps as a result of screen fatigue. MarketWatch compares the analog preference of some young consumers to the surge of interest in vinyl records. Anti-technology products speak to the desire for individuality, similar to the anti-fashion trend in apparel.
In its Global Writing and Marking Instruments Market 2018-2022 report, market research firm Technavio predicts strong growth in the writing instruments market for the next four years, with the potential to reach revenue up to $24 billion. Developing countries, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region, will account for the most growth due to the rise in literacy rates.
The report indicates that pens will continue to be the most popular item in the writing instrument category, and that the demand for multi-functional pens will increase. The Technavio research also reveals that over half of Americans own a branded pen, underscoring the broad reach and staying power of pens in the promotional industry. And, writing instruments account for over six percent of sales in the promotional industry, according to PPAI's 2017 Sales Volume Survey.
"Promotional pens become a direct reflection of a company's or individual's personal branding," says David Klatt, CEO of supplier BIC Graphic USA (PPAI 114187). "With a cost per impression of less than one-tenth of a cent, pens offer big bang for your buck. The compact size of writing instruments also works in their favor—a pen easily travels from pocket to pocket and person to person."
Interest in luxury fountain pens is strong, too, according to MarketWatch. Much like a fine watch, a premium pen is the ideal executive gift, with rare pens selling for thousands of dollars. Collectors refer to these luxury pieces as "useable art."
"We think of pens as conversation starters that also happen to write—in all languages," says Tom Killion, owner of supplier Bentcil Company (PPAI 113387). "We love humor because humor sells. Customers keep our pens, remember the imprint, remember the shape and, most importantly, remember who gave it to them."
Klatt adds, "The range of price points, stylish details and recognizable brands make writing instruments ideal for both giveaways and high-end gifts."
Case Histories
Winning The Vote
Nothing shows patriotism more than displaying a country's colors. Wanting to demonstrate patriotism while promoting his candidacy, a politician had red, white and blue Double Exposure Highlighter and Ballpoint Pens printed with his name and campaign website. He handed them out at local parades and county fairs.
Source: Beacon Promotions
Camouflage That Stands Out
A client wanted a camouflage carpenter pencil. Supplier Shepenco had not created one before, but its in-house art department was able to separate the camo and create a six-color, two-sided imprint. The client was ecstatic about this true one-of-a-kind pencil.
Source: Shepenco
Supporting A Good Cause
What makes a pen unique doesn't always have to do with the business—sometimes, it's best if it doesn't. Mike's Mechanic Shop handed out pens with a bikini top shape. The shop owner had them made in pink and gave them out in October for Breast Cancer Awareness month. The imprint on the barrel read, "We're here to support you! Mike's Mechanic Shop." Both women and men loved them and showed them off to friends.
Source: Bentcil Company
Unexpected Overtime
A law firm gave out heart-shaped pens to potential clients to help drive business. Why the heart shape?
It was proof attorneys really do "have a heart." It was so unique, a recipient—needing an attorney seven years later—remembered the heart pen. The attorney was surprised to hear the promotional product from many years prior was still doing its job.
Source: Bentcil Company
Put Pen To Paper For A Digital Detox
The Census Bureau reports that close to 80 percent of Americans own a computer and 75 percent own a smartphone. Thanks to all that screen time, workers are looking for ways to unplug.
According to research firm The NPD Group, the 2018 Paperworld conference in Frankfurt, Germany, was dominated by traditional office space trends with tactile objects such as notebooks and file storage rather than technology. The shift is geared toward wellness-motivated consumers looking for a calmer work environment to promote overall wellbeing.
Bloomberg reports that digital detox retreats and expeditions are becoming a standard offering at spas and as part of luxury travel packages. Advertised benefits include better sleep, improved memory and deeper interpersonal interactions. Millennials with disposable income are embracing the digital detox concept with enthusiasm. The first step is the hardest, though—all digital devices, including phones, are locked away until the end of the experience.
Digital detoxers can look forward to quality time with hard-back books, print magazines, journals and pens while they commune with nature or get pampered at the spa. For this crowd, experiencing the nostalgia and joy of a simpler, wireless way of life is like a juice cleanse for the brain.
For specific product ideas, please refer to the flipbook.
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New Nintendo console set for 2012
Nintendo to give first look at Wii successor at E3 in June
Nintendo has announced that it will launch a new home console in 2012.
In a note released along with its latest financial results, the company says that it will show a playable model of the new console at this year's E3 Expo, to be held 7th-9th June in Las Vegas.
No other details were available on the console, which Nintendo says is the successor to its Wii console.
Launched in 2006, the Wii was the first home video console to make wide use of motion tracking controllers in its games.
The company also announced that it plans to launch a software download service for the Nintendo 3DS and other online services including a 'Nintendo e-Shop', which would offer videos and demos.
Nintendo reported annual profits for the year to end of March 2011 were down 52%, to 171.1bn yen ($2.09bn).
The company warned that while the Great East Japan Earthquake did not cause any direct damage that would affect the company's production, it did expect indirect impact from economic disruption.


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Hey, all… it's that time again… time for the yearly ARRL November Sweepstakes!
The contest starts at 3pm local time. We'll be meeting in the W5YM shack (SCEN-736) at 2pm on Saturday (Nov 21) to review a few things before the contest gets underway.
Can't make it at 2pm on Saturday? Don't worry… just come by when you can make it!
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Snapdeal names Aircel's Anup Vikal as CFO
MUMBAI: Snapdeal has appointed Anup Vikal as the chief financial officer (CFO).
A seasoned finance professional Vikal brings over 23 years of experience in finance, strategy and corporate governance across multiple industry sectors.
Prior to his appointment at Snapdeal, he served as CFO at Aircel, where he was responsible for building business through revenue growth, implementing massive cost optimisation, restructuring of debt and capital, improving the Credit Rating of the company as well as interfacing with the government, TRAI and other authorities.
Before joining Aircel, Vikal was the group CFO and head of strategy and IT at InterGlobe Enterprises. Earlier, he also served as director and head of finance shared services for Colt Technology for three years and Bharti Airtel where he headed the finance division for close to seven years.
Snapdeal co-founder and CEO Kunal Bahl said, "We are very excited to have Anup on-board. His wealth of experience in building and executing the financial infrastructure in companies across complex large organisations in the country will further strengthen our leadership team."
Vikal added, "In the last few years, Snapdeal has emerged as a leader within the e-commerce and tech space and I look forward to joining the young and energetic Snapdeal family. E-commerce is a dynamic and interesting space to work with and my focus will be to ensure we are financially well positioned yet nimble so that we can continue to create value for our customers, sellers, investors and employees."
He will be based out of Snapdeal's Gurgaon office.


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I bought these cute outfits, because I have a feeling that I am having a boy. Oh everyone is like oh yay a boy you need a boy yay. Well if it turns out to be a girl are people going to be disappointed? I wonder what you'd all say if I told you we're actually hoping for another girl. We love our girls and have so much fun with them. I don't want to have to deal with circumcision, I personally am against it but my husband is adamant about it. I don't want to have that argument and feel the guilt when my husband wins. I don't want to have to raise a "missionary" and I don't want to send a son on a mission. I don't want him to feel the "shame" of not going on a mission if that's what he chooses. I don't feel like I'm cut out to be a mother of a boy. BUT, in the words of my 7 year old nephew, Carson, YOU GET WHAT YOU GET AND YOU DON'T THROW A FIT!
Friday, June 27, 2008
baby clothes.
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Birthday Camping At Lava Hot Springs!
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Thursday, June 19, 2008
Happy Birthday Madison!
Today is Madison's 6th birthday. It doesn't seem possible that she could be 6 years old already. Madison is such a good helper, and a wonderful big sister to Brylie. She is always sharing her treats. She loves to play outside with her friends Andi, Jenna and Trevin. She loves school and will be going into 1st grade and her teacher will be Mrs. Jenson. Madison is a beautiful child and her daddy and me love her so much. We can't imagine our lives without our baby girl.
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Saturday, June 14, 2008
New Pics! Finally!
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Friday, June 13, 2008
My girls
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Tuesday, June 10, 2008
March? or June?
Can someone tell me what month it is? For some reason I thought it was June. Why is it SO COLD??????
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Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Wal*Mart Special
Went to Wal*Mart today and got these cute dresses. Madison's was only 5.00 so I said what the heck. I think they both look really cute in them.
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From George Washington to Thomas Waggener, 25 April 1758
To Thomas Waggener
Capt. Waggener
Sir:Fort Loudoun, the 25th of April, 1758.
I received Orders yesterday from the President, to direct the Captains of the Virginia Regiment to complete their companies, with all possible expedition, to 1,00 Rank & File. Ten pounds, bounty-money, are to be allowed to each recruit; the Officers (reasonable) Expences borne, and the men so enlisted, to be discharged, the first day of December next: which is greater encouragement than hath been given before; and I hope will be the means of procuring us the complement we want, speedily.1
I must desire, you will send an officer or two to this place for the above purpose, if you can spare them; and use your utmost endeavours to pick up what able-bodied men you can upon the Branch.
Inform all the Officers under your care, that this is expected of them; & strictly charge them to enlist no men but those entirely fit for the Service.
I have no money to send you, having received none from below; but if you can muster up a little for advance, you may give each Recruit an order on me for the balance of his £10 and it shall be duly paid.
There is another encouragement which I forgot to mention at first, and that is; clothing, which they will receive.
Doctor Johnston is sent for down.2 I am, Sir, Your most obed. Servant,
Capt. Thomas Waggener, an officer in the Virginia forces since February 1754, was at this time a company commander and the senior officer among the forces of the Virginia Regiment stationed in the forts on the South Branch of the Potomac.
1. For a discussion of GW's difficulties with regard to this £10 bounty for enlistment, see GW to Andrew Lewis, 21 April, n.1.
2. Robert Johnston, a volunteer in the 1st Virginia Regiment, became the surgeon in William Byrd's new 2d Virginia Regiment.


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Nobody likes getting - or paying - a parking ticket. Somehow it feels like paying for something you never agreed to. Sometimes it is warranted, and okay, the guys are only doing a job; but, equally, sometimes it just feels so unfair.
When I moved to Stranmillis in Belfast 32 years ago there were no parking bays. There was a wonderful plethora of shops and a great community atmosphere. Parking was much easier.
No wonder the bays lie empty a lot. Only good parallel reverse parkers can use them and this relies on well-mannered motorists giving them a chance to back in on a very busy, narrow road.
The disabled bay is right beside the traffic lights, so how the disabled drivers manoeuvre in is a mystery. Add to this the half bus lane and you could say the road, transport-wise, is a shambles.
Despite the changes I still wish to support the remaining traders on my local high street. On the morning of the parking ticket I was supporting a new venture - a yoga studio.
Where I parked, I genuinely never saw the small notice stating only one hour allowed. As I settled into my final relaxation a parking attendant was pinning the dreaded notice to my car.
My point is this: the signs are way too small. One hour is useless; it only allows the visitor to get some cash, a small shop purchase, or maybe a coffee.
It does not cater for lunch, hair appointments, yoga classes, a walk through the Botanic Gardens or a visit to the local museum.
Two hours would be much more sensible.
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October 8, 2019
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WEB EXCLUSIVE With their 3-0 win against The Bay School of San Francisco on Wednesday Oct. 31 in the semifinals, the varsity volleyball team is advancing to play against Bentley High School in the NCS Championship and fans are encouraged to provide support by attending the game and bringing encouragi...
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The Convent varsity tennis team recognized its seniors for Senior Night during their last regular season game against San Domenico at the Golden Gate Park Tennis Courts. The four seniors on the team, Kiki Apple, Mason Cooney and Abby Anderson, have all been playing tennis for Convent since freshman year. ...
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Varsity tennis walked onto the courts this season with a new head coach who is both an alumna and a former Convent tennis player. "Tennis is my family's sport so I've played since I was three," Erin Minuth '11 said. "I took lessons in elementary, middle and high school. Once I got ol...
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WEB EXCLUSIVE The varsity basketball team is set to play its first league game of the 2018 season against Lick-Wilmerding High School at 5:30 p.m. in the Herbert Center this afternoon. The team of 12 currently has three wins and seven losses from preseason. The team is less concerned with winning a...
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"Reader story" is a series where we feature the money management journey of freefincal readers. This week Rakesh Gurbani explains how he got his life in order and is ready to take on his financial goals with confidence. You can access the full archive of all past posts. If you are interested in sharing your story, you can send me a mail. Now over to Rakesh. Also, do not forget to check out the latest video (link below) on creating an "ideal" retirement plan!
What can you learn from this post? Most folks come to Freefincal to learn something and so do I. The purpose of this post is to tell you about my financial journey. The benefit you could derive is there is somebody who has the same stresses in life as you and some learning that may help you deal with stress and anxiety caused by the goals.
Who am I? My name is Rakesh Gurbani. I am 36 Years old, married and have a 7-year-old daughter. I live in Hyderabad & have been in the city for most of my life. I am just a science graduate with an MBA through distance education.
My journey I started working in 2003 with relatively lower pay but was focussed on learning. I did not take any leaves in the first 18 months of my working in night shifts(not even a single sick leave.) I wanted to learn so I picked up excel skills, how to communicate confidently via email, phone and face to face conversations, create and deliver effective presentations. I worked on small side projects & got promoted. In the meantime, I finished my MBA through distance education. I couldn't save much in this period since I had to contribute to household expenses and took a personal loan to finance my MBA. The only savings I had was the mandatory PF deductions, one LIC Jeevan Anand policy[ yes, I bought it as well 🙁 ] and NSCs every financial year to save taxes.
I changed jobs in 2007, the skills I learnt helped me get a better job with better pay. I got married in 2008. I again had to take personal loans to finance my wedding expenses. I worked hard saved most of what I made and paid off the personal loans. In 2010, my world changed when my father suddenly passed away due to cardiac arrest. He was hospitalised for 19 days but could not be saved. Thankfully my employer's group health insurance policy covered the hospitalisation bill. This was the first time I realized the importance of health insurance, I would have been in deep trouble if it wasn't for the cashless hospitalization. However, there were expenses over and above that had to be met. My father only had traditional LIC policies, so whatever amount came from them, I started an annuity for my mother.
Post this episode, my salary was sufficient to meet our needs and we had to cut down on a lot of extra expenses like movies, eating out etc. I started tracking my household expenses diligently and made a note of every rupee we spent. At the end of every financial year, I entered all the expenses in a spreadsheet and compared it with the previous year. I still managed to save a bit a create an emergency fund. It was April 2011, when I got promoted, I decided to keep my expenses lower and save whatever surplus in my take-home salary in a mutual fund and took a term policy. My daughter was born in 2011, I paid the hospital bills using my own money and claimed it from the employer's group policy. This event increased my expenses significantly.
In 2011, I decided not to invest in NSCs any more due to taxation, returns and the hassle of going to the post office to redeem them. Instead, I started investing in PPF and increased investments in mutual funds. By 2012, I assumed that I can retire early with 1Cr savings. I thought if I can pay off my home loan early, save 1 crore, manage to have lower expenses then I can quit active working and retire early [how stupid of me.]
I came across personal financial blogs in 2015. Through one blog, I went to other blogs and used to spend almost 1 hour everyday just reading. I switched from Regular Plan to Direct Plan, started saving more with every promotion and salary hike. I have read books like you can be rich too: with goal based investing and gamechanger. I have gifted them to co-workers. I also discarded the stupid idea of early retirement thanks to the blog posts. I learnt frugality, taking care of my health and understood the importance of buying adequate life, health insurance & insuring my other assets. Through gamechanger, I found tools to find deals online on travel. As a family, we did our first overseas holiday this year, I saved a lot on tickets and hotel stay thanks to the tips in gamechanger.
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Although my goal is still big and far away, I don't spend sleepless nights worrying about my financial future, big credit for this goes to people who selflessly write blog posts maintain Facebooks groups, put out Youtube videos. I would give a big credit of my personal finance knowledge and success to these selfless individuals. I would close this post by stating the following, for people who are early in their career and are overwhelmed by the amount of the goal:
- Whatever your income may be, first save 40% and then spend the rest.
- Strive to be debt free, it is always better to buy things that you can afford today. Always follow the thumb rule, necessities come first then comforts and last are luxuries.
- Always have a ready cash pool of at least one year of expenses. This is your umbrella for any rainy day.
- Diversify your savings, don't invest heavily in one instrument. BTW, insurance is not savings it is a necessity and you need not be an expert to invest in equities.
- Have children only if you can afford them. Also, your child's education is not an expense. Quality education has huge long term dividends, it is the best inheritance you can give your children.
Thank you for reading this post, my best wishes on your financial journey.
Learn continuously, tweak your plans based on experience and be relentless in your pursuit. Ohh! By the way, enjoy the journey as well.
Thank you, Rakesh for sharing your story.
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Cultural Maintenance and Revitalization in Oaxacan Indigenous Communities in Los Angeles
Rodriguez, Marianna
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The purpose of my research is to analyze what causes culture loss, specifically within the community of Oaxacan indigenous migrants here in Los Angeles (primarily the Zapotec and the Mixtec) and to analyze the different ways in which they maintain and revitalize their cultures. This is an important topic because there will soon be an extensive population of indigenous people in Los Angeles. By gathering information on key parts of their cultures including religion, language, and familial organization I will be able to find the causes of culture loss and what they do in order to maintain their culture here in Los Angeles. Gathering information for my research includes interviewing professors who research Oaxacan indigenous culture, interviewing indigenous migrants from Oaxaca, and participating in events and workshops sponsored by the Bi-national Center for the Development of the Indigenous Communities (CBDIO). The interviews are tailored specifically for each group, while I interview professors about their interactions with Oaxacan indigenous migrants and about their specific research within the field; I interview the indigenous Oaxacan migrants about their personal experiences and feelings. Lastly, extensive reading allows me to compare and synthesize the information gathered from my interviews and from my participation in the workshops in order to answer my question of what causes culture loss and how Oaxacan indigenous migrants maintain and revitalize their cultures here in Los Angeles.