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Below you can find all the decisions of the Court of Justice on Recognition and Enforcement of Judgments.
ECLI identifier
Key terms
Operative part of the judgment
11 (8)
|Application for non‑recognition of a decision requiring the return of a child wrongfully retained in another Member State
|1. Once a non‑return decision has been taken and brought to the attention of the court of origin, it is irrelevant, for the purposes of issuing the certificate provided for in Article 42 that that decision has been suspended, overturned, set aside or, in any event, has not become res judicata or has been replaced by a decision ordering return, in so far as the return of the child has not actually taken place. Since no doubt has been expressed as regards the authenticity of that certificate and since it was drawn up in accordance with the standard form set out in Annex IV to the Regulation, opposition to the recognition of the decision ordering return is not permitted and it is for the requested court only to declare the enforceability of the certified decision and to allow the immediate return of the child.
2. Except where the procedure concerns a decision certified pursuant to Articles 11 (8) and 40 to 42 of the Regulation, any interested party can apply for non‑recognition of a judicial decision, even if no application for recognition of the decision has been submitted beforehand.
3. Article 31(1) in so far as it provides that neither the person against whom enforcement is sought, nor the child is, at this stage of the proceedings, entitled to make any submissions on the application, is not applicable to proceedings initiated for non‑recognition of a judicial decision if no application for recognition has been lodged beforehand in respect of that decision. In such a situation, the defendant, who is seeking recognition, is entitled to make such submissions.
10 (b) (iv)
11 (8)
47 (2)
|Unlawful removal of a child
Provisional measures relating to the right to take parental decisions
Rights of custody
Judgment ordering the return of the child pursuant to Art. 11(8)
Enforcement of the return of the child
|1. The second subparagraph of Article 47(2) of Regulation No 2201/2003 must be interpreted as meaning that a judgment delivered subsequently by a court in the Member State of enforcement which awards provisional rights of custody and is deemed to be enforceable under the law of that State cannot preclude enforcement of a certified judgment delivered previously by the court which has jurisdiction in the Member State of origin and ordering the return of the child.
2. Enforcement of a certified judgment cannot be refused in the Member State of enforcement because, as a result of a subsequent change of circumstances, it might be seriously detrimental to the best interests of the child. Such a change must be pleaded before the court which has jurisdiction in the Member State of origin, which should also hear any application to suspend enforcement of its judgment.
|Aguirre Zarraga,
|Rights of custody
Child abduction
Enforcement of a certified judgment ordering the return of a child handed down by a (Spanish) court with jurisdiction
Power of the requested (German) court to refuse enforcement of that judgment in a case of serious infringement of the child's rights
|1. In circumstances such as those of the main proceedings, the court with jurisdiction in the Member State of enforcement cannot oppose the enforcement of a certified judgment, ordering the return of a child who has been wrongfully removed, on the ground that the court of the Member State of origin which handed down that judgment may have infringed Article 42 interpreted in accordance with Article 24 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union, since the assessment of whether there is such an infringement falls exclusively within the jurisdiction of the courts of the Member State of origin.
47 (1)
|Judgment concerning rights of access which imposes a periodic penalty payment
Penalty payment is ancillary to the principal obligation
Enforcement of that penalty payment
|1. Recovery of a penalty payment, imposed by the court of the Member State who rendered a judgment on access rights in order to ensure the effectiveness of those rights, is part of the same scheme of enforcement as the judgment concerning the rights of access and must therefore be declared enforceable in accordance with the rules laid down by Council Regulation (EC) No 2201/2003 (Article 41 and 47).
2. Indeed a penalty payment cannot be considered in isolation as a self-standing obligation but is ancillary to the principal obligation which it safeguards; hence enforcement of such penalty payment is directly linked to the existence of both the principal obligation and a breach thereof.
Furthermore it does not fall within the scope of application of Regulation (EC) No 44/2001.
3. In the context of Regulation No 2201/2003, a foreign judgment which orders a periodic penalty payment is enforceable in the Member State in which enforcement is sought only if the amount of the payment has been finally determined by the courts of the Member State of origin.


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Summary and implications
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has recently ruled that the part payment of salaries in retail vouchers is a supply for consideration by the employer to the employee for VAT purposes, and is therefore subject to VAT.
You should note that:
- This is a disappointing decision for employers operating similar schemes, who will need to monitor whether they are accounting for the correct amount of VAT.
- The case concerned a salary deduction rather than a salary reduction arrangement; these two arrangements have up to now been treated differently for VAT purposes.
- It is not clear how HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) will seek to implement this decision and therefore how far-reaching it will be; in the past, HMRC seems to have generally accepted that employers need not account for VAT on the amount of salary sacrificed.
Facts of the case
In Astra Zeneca UK Limited v HMRC, Astra Zeneca UK Limited (Astra Zeneca) offered its employees the option of receiving part of their salary in retail vouchers rather than cash. Retail vouchers were issued to Astra Zeneca (via an intermediary) at a discount. If an employee opted to receive a retail voucher rather than cash, the discounted amount would be deducted from the salary otherwise owed to the employee.
Astra Zeneca sought to reclaim from HMRC the input VAT incurred on the acquisition of the retail vouchers. It contended that (i) the acquisition cost formed part of its general overheads, and (ii) no supply for consideration was being made to the employees.
HMRC contested this analysis and issued assessments in respect of output tax due on the retail vouchers supplied the employees. Astra Zeneca appealed to the VAT and Duties Tribunal, which referred a number of questions to the ECJ.
On 29 July 2010, the ECJ (following the Advocate General's opinion) ruled as follows:
- In providing retail vouchers to its employees in exchange for them giving up part of their cash remuneration, Astra Zeneca was carrying out an "economic activity" and making a supply of services for consideration to the employees.
- The burden of VAT should be borne by the end consumer, in this case the employees when they acquired goods or services with the retail voucher. The voucher necessarily included an amount of VAT, such amount having been deducted from the employees' salary.
- Astra Zeneca could recover input tax incurred on the acquisition of retail vouchers but it should account for output tax on the supply of those vouchers to the employees.
Although employers will need to review their current arrangements and may be disappointed with this outcome, the decision is unsurprising. In effect, the employer is supplying a retail voucher to employees in return for the employees agreeing to forgo an amount of cash they would otherwise have received as salary.
HMRC has in the past generally accepted that businesses could reclaim input tax on the acquisition of such vouchers but has not sought to assess for output tax in respect of an onward supply.
HMRC guidance on employee benefit schemes such as the "Cycle to Work Scheme" distinguishes a salary reduction (salary sacrifice) from a salary deduction. In the case of a salary reduction an employee accepts that his or her gross salary will be reduced. At the same time, he or she opts to receive benefits offered by the employer. The "reduction" does not represent consideration for a supply. The vast majority of salary sacrifice arrangements operate on this basis as it is necessary to achieve income tax and NIC savings. In the case of a salary deduction, a charge is made against salary in return for a benefit. This deduction is consideration for a supply and output tax is due from the employer.
The Astra Zeneca case does therefore not appear to do anything more than replicate HMRC's current practice in respect of deductions from salary in a case which clearly seems to represent a salary deduction. And so, while employers have yet to see how HMRC will react to the decision in Astra Zeneca, it is thought unlikely this will lead to the end of (or even a material reduction in the use of) salary sacrifice schemes.

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There is a reason we do not let our children have access to electronics during the week, and limit no only the amount of time they spend on it on the weekends but also what they have access to.
The Internet is nasty.
TV is nasty.
Even some music is nasty.
Yes, we cannot shield our children from these forever, but I feel that a responsible parent doesn't just let their kid(s) have access to the remote or a web browser and let them loose.
Deep down inside, I can't help but worry for future generations when there is way too many shows like "Dating Naked", "Sex Sent Me To The ER", and "I Didn't Know I Was Pregnant", and not enough shows like "Growing Pains", "Brady Bunch" and "Full House".
Honestly, is there anything worse than "TMZ"? Yes. "TMZ Live".
I think a good balance of TV shows for kids include the original reality TV, sports, cooking shows, pretty much anything on TVO or to do with animals, history or the planet.
Cartoons are okay too, but like sweets, should be taken in moderation and never before bed time.
Now excuse me while I click through Kardashians, Honey Boo Boo's and Millionaire Matchmaker looking for something to watch.


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I read over 100 books this year. I didn't start out the year with that goal in mind, but it happened naturally. Books are my main hobby. Much of my free time is spent reading books, discussing books, or researching my next read. I have been a voracious reader since childhood, but never imagined that I would reach the mythical milestone of reading 100 books in a single year.
In 2017, I read 33 books. In 2018, 61 books. And now in 2019, I've read 100+ books. Truthfully, this is the first year that I am no longer a student. But it is also encouraging to see progress and affirm that it is possible to become better at a habit you consistently choose to cultivate. A few years ago I joined Bookstagram (a special Instagram account to document my reading life, follow along @whatrachreads) and that has been a big part of encouraging my reading life. I also started a book club this year and found solidarity and connection with bookish friends in real life and online. It's not about the numbers, but I'm glad to celebrate and document this small victory.
Since I read so many books, I'm often asked for recommendations and favorites. Any book lover can tell you that it's almost impossible to narrow down one "best" or "favorite" book, so I'm not even going to try. Rather than giving you a Top 10 List or choosing one "Best Book of the Year", I've decided to create my own literary award categories for the year. Hopefully this list will spark some interest in a new book or encourage you to read a book that you wouldn't normally choose.
Fiction I'm Still Thinking About:
The Giver of Stars by JoJo Moyes.
A Place for Us by Fatima Farheen Mirza.
Beartown and Us Against You by Fredrik Backman.
Young Adult Fiction that Adults Will Love:
With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo. *not pictured*
There's Something About Sweetie by Sandhya Menon.
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas.
Practical Theology:
We Will Feast by Kendall Vanderslice.
You Are What You Love by James. K. A. Smith.
Books That I Cried While Reading:
Assimilate or Go Home by D.L. Mayfield.
Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb.
Miracles and Other Reasonable Things by Sarah Bessey.
Devotions by Mary Oliver.
Sorry for Your Troubles by Padraig O Tuama.
Books that Inspired Change in My Life:
Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport.
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer.
Best Spiritual Memoirs:
Searching for Sunday by Rachel Held Evans.
Placemaker by Christie Purifoy.
Series (on Audiobook!) that I Reread and Loved All Over Again:
The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis.
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.
And that's only a quarter of all the books I read this year! There were many more titles that I'd love to recommend, but "so many books, so little time" holds true here. Happy reading, friends! Don't forget to support your local library or bookstore. And best wishes for a fulfilling and enjoyable reading life in 2020!
P.S. Follow me on Goodreads for even more book reviews and recommendations! Rachel's Goodreads 🙂


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Antique Dealers in Lafayette, NJ
Comprehensive list of Lafayette, New Jersey based collectible & antique dealers, shops and stores.
Business Listings
The finest in American and European Arts & Crafts period Stickley furniture mission style furniture and accessories including the finest in early twentieth century Gustav Stickley furniture, L&JG Stickley, Limbert, Lifetime, and Roycroft. Hand hammered copper metalware by premier artisans at the shops of Roycroft, Old Mission KopperKraft, Bradley and Hubbard and other makers.
- I purchased a Gustav Stickley drop-front desk and found the proprietor to be knowledgeable
New Jersey's Premier Antiques Center, with over 55 specially-selected antiques dealers. Located just one hour W of New York City, between Interstate Routes 80 and 84 We're more than North Jersey's favorite antique store. Shop in an authentic 1840's grist mill. Heated and air-conditioned for your year-round shopping comfort.
Berman's qualified team will work in an efficient, competent manner to handle your personal requirements. If we're not familiar with a particular item, we currently have extensive library and researchers on team. We advertise in the biggest antique trade papers, and send out weekly flyers to over 3000 dealers and private collectors. We will tailor our advertising to your specific requirements.
Kathy's Kove & Kafe' is an eclectic multi dealer antiques shop and unique tearoom - and then some! Kathy's Kove Too! - This is our web store, providing a great mix of contemporary home decor - Stained Glass Panels, Stained Glass Windows, Stained Glass Lamps both Tiffany Lamp and window styles and Mission lamp and window styles, garden accessories pretty garden fountains, garden statuary and bird houses
Chester Antique Mall A premier Group shop 30+ dealers delivering a diverse range of quality antiques. Specializing in furniture, including American primitives, Victorian, Mission as well as a general line of cherry, oak, and walnut from the eighteenth and eighteenth centuries. Additionally a visitor will find an ample range of glass, china, art pottery Rookwood, Weller, Roseville and silver.
Our Boutique is filled with wonderful contemporary used clothing and accessories for women, kids and men. We have a range of furs, baby items and linens. Our Carriage House is full of wonderful quality furniture, antiques, lighting, collectibles and 2nd hand home accessories that can create your home pretty without spending a bundle.
Representing the culmination of 3 generations of auction knowledge and antique expertise. DAS is a complete service auction firm, in addition to our regular gallery auctions, we conduct on site estate sales, real estate auctions, commercial liquidations and supply appraisal services.
Because of the popularity of mass produced quartz watches, most watch firms that produced vintage mechanical watches have since gone out of business. Several other firms that were once bold leaders in the watchmaking industry have consolidated and been absorbed into a few huge watch houses that share mass produced parts.


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Your pooch will be living in luxury with this bed by Animals Matter. Fluffy cushions covered in double-weave chenille may quickly become your dog's new favorite place. The covers can be removed easily for washing and drying. Crate pads and matching blankets come in lovely Camel, Chocolate, and Pink. The durable and buttery-soft beds come in sizes S, M, L and XL.
Please allow 2 weeks for delivery
How to Measure Your Dog:
Height: Measure from the floor to the shoulder.
Back/Length: Measure from the nape of the neck (where the collar falls) to the base of the tail.
Weight: Should not exceed maximum weight as per the size chart (if applicable).
Neck/Collar: Collars are measured by the length of the collar as shown below. Collars typically have 4-5 holes. The collar will fit best if your dog's neck measurement lines up with the middle hole.
Soft measuring tapes work best when measuring your pet!!
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?Call us, we are ready to answer your
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STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?Call us, we are ready to answer your
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1945-S 10 Cent Mercury Dime NGC MS67 w/Weinman Label
The San Francisco Mint's Last Mercury Dime
Any collector worth their salt will tell you that the most important coins of any series are generally the first- and last-year issues. Without these bookends, your collection simply isn't complete! This offer gives you the opportunity to secure the last-year-of-issue 1945 Mercury Dime struck in highly pure 90% fine silver at the San Francisco Mint!
Originally known as the Winged Head Liberty Dime, the Mercury Dime was issued from 1916-1945. In the century since it was first issued, the Mercury Dime has gone on to become one of America's most beloved coins. Its iconic design bears it namesake: an image of Lady Liberty with a winged Phrygian cap that makes her look like the Roman god Mercury. The coin's reverse depicts a fasces, symbolizing unity and strength, and an olive branch, signifying peace. Designed by sculptor Adolph A. Weinman, the image was so popular that when the U.S. Mint struck its first Palladium Eagle coin in 2017 it selected Weinman's design!
Your 1945-S Mercury Dime has been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) as being in high-grade Superb Gem Uncirculated Mint State-67 (MS67) condition with a sharp strike full mint luster and exceptional eye appeal. The San Francisco Mint struck just 16% of the total mintage of Mercury Dimes throughout the coin's entire run – and with many of those coins lost to the melting pots for their precious silver, obtaining them in this high-grade condition is a scarce opportunity. As a special tribute to Adolph A. Weinman, each coin has been sonically sealed in an acrylic capsule with an exclusive label that features a portrait of the Weinman along with his facsimile signature.
We have just 100 of these last-ever San Francisco Mint Mercury Dimes graded in MS67 condition available – and they will go fast! Here's your chance to get one of America's most beautiful coins in breathtaking condition. Click one to your cart today!
- LAST YEAR OF ISSUE – "Firsts" and "Lasts" are always important to collectors. The Mercury Dime was struck from 1916-1945, meaning the 1945-S coins available in this offer are key-date last year-of-issues.
- BEAUTIFUL CLASSIC DESIGN – The Mercury Dime features the iconic image of Lady Liberty with a winged Phrygian cap that makes her look like the Roman god Mercury. Designed by Adolph A. Weinman, the image was so popular that when the U.S. Mint struck its first Palladium Eagle coin in 2017 it selected Weinman's design!
- STRUCK IN HIGHLY-PURE SILVER – Each Mercury Dime was struck in 2.5 grams of highly pure 90% fine silver and measures 17.9 mm in diameter.
- STRUCK AT THE SAN FRANCISCO MINT – These coins were all struck at the San Francisco Mint and bear the famous "S" mint mark. The San Francisco Mint struck only 16% of all Mercury Dimes issued between 1916 and 1945 and many of those coins were melted down for their silver content.
- UNITED STATES LEGAL TENDER—The Mercury Dime was 10 cents legal tender in the United States at a time when a dime could purchase a Superman comic book, a loaf of bread or two bottles of Coca-Cola.
- HIGH-GRADE UNCIRCULATED CONDITION – Your 1945-S Mercury Dime has been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) as being in Superb Gem Uncirculated Mint State-67 (MS67) condition and will come encapsulated with an exclusive Adolph S. Weinman pedigreed label.
Get the last-year 1945-S Mercury Dime struck at the San Francisco Mint now by clicking this high-grade, key-date coin to you cart right now!
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Friday (1/21/11) at o'dark thirty I did a lively 6 minute KUSI TV interview panning Governor Brown's planned tax increases — well, the special election he wants to raise taxes later this year. I think the interview went well, do I'm putting it out for Internet viewing.
I think you'll like it. Or perhaps hate it. Depending on who "you" are.
Here's the temporary KUSI link. It usually gets taken down in a few days:
And here's a relatively permanent copy, posted up on Facebook:


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Jared Smith
Natural Areas Technician
Jared Smith is is a Natural Areas Technician at The Parklands. He grew up on the western side of the bluegrass state in Hopkins County in the small town of Manitou situated amongst the trees and fields nearby. Jared found himself in Louisville after transferring to the University of Louisville, where he received a degree in Elementary Education. Upon graduation he chose to follow his love of the outdoors with education, to teach informally about nature and conservation efforts to help preserve it. He has now transitioned to help preserve nature at The Parklands full time. When not at the park, Jared enjoys getting to spend time exploring, whether that means venturing off for a hike or bike ride.


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A quick look at what you'll be doing on this 5 hour luxury cannabis tour
Cultivation Facility
Experience a breath-taking tour behind-the-scenes of one of the United States' largest cannabis grow operations. Take selfies with over 20,000 live cannabis plants!
Manufacturing Laboratory
See where they invent new products to bring to the cannabis market. CBD Soaps, tinctures, bath bombs, roll-on massage oils, and even edibles like gummies. Watch a 3D printer that literally prints consumable cannabis edibles.
Explore a Dispensary
Visit one of San Diego County's newest dispensaries where you can purchase an array of products from CBD soap, fresh cannabis flower, edibles, and so much more.
Trivia & Prizes
Ask us as many questions as you can; enjoy trivia and games with a chance to win prizes!
Free Water and Snacks
We provide free water and snacks throughout the day; however, you may bring a light lunch.
Informative Tour Guides
Enjoy BYOC (buy or bring your own cannabis) on the bus as we answer all your burning cannabis questions.
Smoking is allowed on the bus.
CannaPacks are available for purchase.
Packs include a glass pipe, vape cartridge battery and a lighter – everything you need to enjoy and elevate your tour.
We do not provide or sell any cannabis products. All participants must bring a valid 21+ photo ID
An in Depth Description of the Tour
Join us for an informative, entertaining and interactive day and experience the life cycle of the cannabis plant — from seed to sale.
Meet other cannabis curious travelers from all over the world on a premium tour bus as we travel in style on the Ultimate Cannabis Grow Tour. Snack and waters will be provided on the 420 friendly bus, throughout the duration of the trip.
When we arrive at the cultivation facility, we will all suit up in clean suits. This protects the plants from unwanted pests and contamination. You will then go through San Diego County's largest and top-rated cannabis grow operations. We will show you how cannabis is produced from seed to sale. Enjoy taking selfies with over 20,000 cannabis plants throughout the tour.
You will then be guided to a manufacturing lab where they develop and invent new products to introduce in the cannabis market. You will get to see everything from CBD lotions & bath bombs to tinctures and 3-d printed edibles.
The last stop is a retail store (dispensary) where you will be able to purchase all the products you saw during the tour. It's like getting fresh milk right from the farm.
On the way back you will get to play games and join in on some fun trivia questions to win some prizes. What better way to experience all that San Diego cannabis has to offer, than the Ultimate Cannabis Grow Tour? Get your tickets now and be one of the first to experience this industry changing tour.
What do I need to Bring?
THIS EVENT IS B.Y.O.C.(Bring
All participants must be over the age of 21 with a valid ID. We take every step to provide you with the absolute best experience during your activity.
Our unique "things to do" in San Diego are always cannabis friendly and fully legal. West Coast Cannabis Tours requires a signed waiver at the time of the activity releasing all liability. We also ask for responsible consumption throughout the excursion. Thank You.
Where does the tour meet?
9747 Businesspark Ave #225, San Diego, CA 92131
How should I get there?
Should I book in advance?
Please book ahead by calling 1-800-295-9228 (press option 1) or book online. Walk-ins are discouraged and are not guaranteed.
Call us at 1-800-295-9228 to speak with a customer service representative today!


text: A surrealist classic, Buñuel's dark comedy takes a swipe at the decadent, superficial bourgeoisie, as a high-society gathering descends into torment as they find none can leave the room. Visually balancing the twenty-strong coterie with a style, the days stretch into months and it's only natural that madness follows. A Palme d'Or nominee.


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You put plenty of trust in us when you give us your data, and we don't take that as a right. It's an extra layer of security helping to protect you in opposition to on-line fraud. Google memiliki pengetahuan dan keahlian yang tercanggih di industrinya dalam membangun infrastruktur dan aplikasi cloud aman berskala besar. A password manager, like Google Sensible Lock within the Chrome browser, helps you safeguard and keep track of all the passwords to your completely different on-line accounts.
This is particularly necessary for working methods, Internet browsers, and security software program, but additionally applies to other packages. Firewall programs, sturdy knowledge encryption, anti-virus safety and round-the-clock security surveillance techniques to detect and stop any form of illegitimate activities on our community programs.
Debt securities may be protected by collateral or may be unsecured, and, if they are unsecured, may be contractually "senior" to different unsecured debt meaning their holders would have a priority in a bankruptcy of the issuer. Prepping forward of time may help forestall some hassles at security check-in or the frustration of having personal property confiscated.
Once you enroll, you may be provided terms and circumstances that apply to electronic transfers using our online banking services. Creating a powerful, safe password is the most important step you'll be able to absorb defending your on-line accounts. Dengan pengelolaan perangkat seluler, Anda memerlukan kunci layar, sandi yang kuat, serta menghapus data rahasia dengan penghapusan perangkat untuk Android dan iOS.
Sign up to your account on-line to evaluate account activity for unknown transactions and to alter your person title, password and security questions if on-line credentials are breached. For instance, a hacker may create a login page that looks professional, however is actually pretend, and as soon as your password is revealed the hacker might access your account or infect your machine.


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This is the 2nd time we've used flood doctor in as many years. The 1st time was two years ago after one of our bathrooms flooded the house. This time it was a pipe break in the basement. Both times we've been happy with their work. Both the office staff and their field techs are pleasant and easy to work with. They spent time walking us through everything and kept us updated at all times.
Alexander Kian – Potomac Maryland


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By Karen Axelton
Remember before the recession when gas prices were soaring? At the time, there was lots of talk about electric bikes, and sales at bicycle and scooter shops were rising. Combined with lots of hubbub over green as a business and consumer trend, and it seemed like bikes were poised for takeoff as legions of dissatisfied Americans traded in their cars for a two-wheeled commute.
Fast-forward two years and the Los Angeles Times takes a look at how sales of electric bikes, touted as a gas-saving alternative to cars, have plummeted. While electric bicycle sales had risen from 100,000 in 2005 to 170,000 in 2008, they have since dropped to 150,000, the article reports. Although Electric Bikes Worldwide Reports had projected sales to rise to 300,000 this year, retailers aren't seeing it. In fact, many who had launched bike shops in the past few years are struggling to stay open.
The article points out the risks involved in tying a business to a fluctuating trend. While gas prices will undoubtedly rise again in the future, right now, consumers have other concerns that make shelling out several hundred to several thousand dollars on a bike less than palatable.
Of course, this article focuses on Los Angeles, which is notoriously inhospitable to bikes. In other regions of the country, bike stores may have more staying power. For instance, I recently visited Portland where bikes were indeed everywhere in the urban landscape.
The moral of the story? If you're starting a business, don't base your decision solely on trends. Combine those trends with knowledge of your local market and a plan for how you'll stay afloat if the worst-case scenario occurs.


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Monday, April 7, 2014
Variety is the Spice of (an Active) Life
Back in my pre-RA days, I was pretty active. Actually I'd say I was really active but if you added up the time I spent exercising, running would have accounted for the majority of the time. I ran with my running club 3 days a week and did one recovery run on my own which meant I had 2 tough workouts that focused on things like speed work, hills, tempo runs, etc, a recovery run that was basically what I would refer to as 'junk miles' and then a long run that was ran at a conversational pace. I tried to work in some cross training during marathon training but if I am totally honest, I sort of schlepped my way through cross training activities and would do things like bike for 30 minutes at a steady pace.
Part of the reason my cross training fell under the 'meh' category is because I did not have a gym membership. My condo in Minneapolis had such a nice gym, I just couldn't justify the expense. I also have a gym at my apartment building here in Charlotte but it's not nearly as nice as my Minneapolis one and has way less equipment. So when I got out of the boot for good last fall, I decided to join a gym, which has turned out to be the best decision.
These days, as much as I'd like to be running even more miles than I am, the reality of the situation is that it's just not wise to do so. My joints are still recovering and I have to be careful about how much time I spend running as running is high impact which means it's hard on my joints. So I have been forced to find other cross training activities to fill my calendar.
But it turns out that being forced to try other things has ended up being the best thing for me and I feel more fulfilled by my exercise routine than I have in years. Sure it helps that I am able to run 3 times a week, but I'm no longer slogging through the cross training activities that I do on the other days - I'm actually really enjoying them (for the most part). So how am I keeping myself busy?
1. Strength training. This was something that was sorely lacking in my workout schedule in the past but now that I have a gym membership, I have been taking strength training class, my favorite of which is Body Pump. Rome wasn't built in a day so it's definitely going to take awhile before I start to really notice a difference in muscle tone, but I can tell I am getting stronger and overall I feel more lean.
2. Spinning. OK, I am not even going to pretend that I like spin. I don't. And I know that some people would tell me that if I don't enjoy it, I shouldn't do it, but it's a good way for me to get a 4th day of cardio. I burn a lot of calories, sweat my face off, and am always glad I took the class after the fact. But during the class when the instructor is telling me to accelerate when I'm in gear 18? I want to punch her. And quit. Or both. But spinning does push me out of my comfort zone which is why I keep going back.
3. Deep Stretching. I snagged a deal on 5 classes for $29 at a local yoga studio and have been taking a deep stretch class there. I wish I could take a traditional yoga class but my upper body joints just can't handle things like downward facing dog, or the transition from DFD to high plank down to low plank to blah blah blah. The yogis out there know what I mean. But deep stretch has been great and I have been trying to go once a week.
On any given week, I usually run 3 days, try to take a spin class (this doesn't always happen), take 2 body pump or total strength classes, and go to a deep stretch class. I usually take one full rest day so workout about 6 days a week on average which works well for me. One of Nilsa's goals for April is to get in 30 workouts in 30 days and I am going to try to do the same. That will mean doubling up 1-2 days a week to account for rest days or days when it's just not possible to fit in a workout (which will be the case a couple of days this month due to a crazy work travel schedule). The challenge is also making me think about how to fit workouts into days that I usually would have written off as a rest day in the past due to work travel.
In closing, I'll say that I really can't explain how great it is to be back to running and able to do other things like strength training. I feel like I'm constantly gushing about it to Amber because I vented to her about not being able to active for so long - I bet she likes the gushing better than venting. ;) Being so limited for so long was very very hard on me, especially those 4 months I spent in a boot when I wasn't able to do anything. Life is super stressy lately, but all these work outs are helping me stay sane!
What do you do to stay active? Is there a lot of variety to your fitness routine or do you tend to gravitate towards one activity? Are there activities you aren't currently doing that you'd like to try? I would like to fit in some swimming and try a zumba or other dance-style class as they sound so fun.
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- Abby said...
I am so happy you are able to be active again, and that you're finding so much variety in your workouts! :)
I workout 6 days/week also. Some days I will double up - run in the morning, swim or weight train at night. But my "bottom line" is : 3 runs/week (1 speed, 1 long), 3 weight training sessions per week, at least one bike ride.
Maybe you could get resistance bands and so exercises in your hotel room! I know some tough workouts with those - that get your heart rate up and they are easy to pack!
- April 7, 2014 at 8:05 AM
- missris said...
Honestly these days (less than a month from the half marathon) pretty much all I'm doing is running. Now that it's finally warmer outside I do all my running outdoors and have paused my gym membership. I actually think I get more variety in the winter months because I'm forced to use the gym and I have to get some variety in so I don't go insane!
- April 7, 2014 at 8:21 AM
- Jeanie said...
I'm so glad to hear this, Lisa -- I know how much it means to you and to have an official OK for training must be a huge gift.
I've never been big on the movement thing which is how I got into the body mess I'm in in the first place. But now I'm trying to hit the gym every weekday and spinning has been my favorite. My teachers sound different than yours -- they say do the best you can, certainly push and improve but do what you can and grow. It's very positive and I do better than I used to when I started. They also say "watch your knees" and on days when I've pushed the resistance too much, I can have a problem. They just make it fun. I'm doing strength training (a starter bit for seniors, though I'm the youngest in the group) and lots on the eliptical. I can't say I love it. But I'm beginning to feel very guilty on days I don't go!
- April 7, 2014 at 8:28 AM
- Kelly (She Wears a Red Sox Cap) said...
So glad you are able to run again! My issues with my knee have also forced me to do lots of different exercises but I feel like you, I kind of love it. It keeps me entertained and active :) the deep stretching class sounds really cool too!
- April 7, 2014 at 9:03 AM
- Marisa A. said...
I have a confession....I LOVE spin. I thought I would hate it, since I really don't enjoy biking at all but there is something about spin class. I don't know if its the lights, the music or how the class is somewhat choreographed to the music but I absolutely love it. Maybe you have a bad instructor. When you move back we can go to this studio in uptown for a class together, they are so much fun :)
- April 7, 2014 at 9:09 AM
- Stephany said...
I really miss taking classes at the gym! I think it's so much easier to have a varied workout schedule when you have a gym membership because you have a TON of classes at your disposal. I used to do something different almost every day when I had a membership.
My workouts aren't super varied nowadays. I've been using workout DVDs lately, but now I'm doing more cardio at my apartment gym. I go in waves, I suppose, of doing one or two things for a while and then trying something new.
- April 7, 2014 at 10:25 AM
- Elizabeth said...
Haha I LOVE this. Especially your description of spin class! I love the concept of spin but me on a sweaty bike seat for a long period of time is never any good for UTIs. The few times I have tried it, I loved the work out, but not the health issues in the days/weeks afterwards! :) Maybe TMI, sorry! SO glad you are back to working out though and I can't imagine not being able to work-out at all for several months--you were a trooper all things considering, especially cause it was at a time when you really needed those work-outs to blow off steam. These days I'm mainly just running but still trying to focus on being gentle to my body instead of pushing it too hard. I've come to realize that running 3-4 days a week is ideal for me although I really do need to fit in more strength training and stretching.
- April 7, 2014 at 12:41 PM
- Lauren @ Sassy Molassy said...
Lisa, it sounds like you're doing a great job getting in several types of workouts each week! I would love to do body pump some day as I've heard such good things about it. But for now, I'm happy without a gym membership. That's great that you're doing a stretching class even if you can't do a traditional flow class! Might tight hammies and legs in general need some more stretching, that is for sure!
I definitely feel strongest when I'm doing running, weight lifting and yoga! And now with the sunshine...biking. I really enjoyed peanut butter runner's post the other day about how weight lifting and yoga has changed her body. She mentioned having to let go of her "runner" persona, which I totally identify with, but know that running high mileage isn't very realistic for a lifetime.
- April 7, 2014 at 1:12 PM
- Leigh said...
I bet it feels so good to be able to be active again! Since I hurt my knee, I've realized that I miss working out like crazy and want to cry when I see other people running. I know how you must have felt!
- April 7, 2014 at 9:53 PM
- Amber said...
I am so happy you are able to workout again! Even just through our daily texting and occasional video chat I can tell that you are doing better and I'm sure regular workouts have a lot to do with that. It's funny that we're totally in the same place right now because even though I'm not coming back to running after a long hiatus I am varying my workouts more than I have in a long, long time and feel better than ever for it! It's also made my running stronger as evidenced by the trail half I did where I was only a minute slower than last year despite awful conditions and doing way less running leading up to it!
By the way, I'm SO excited we settled on a trail race for the fall! I really think once you get into it you will start to enjoy trail running and I bet the softer surfaces will also be nicer on your joints!
- April 7, 2014 at 10:14 PM
- Nilsa @ SoMi Speaks said...
It is soooooo good to hear you be positive about working out. It is most definitely centering (for those of us who do it regularly) and throws our world in a tizzy when we cannot do it. It's funny, but I used to be much more diversified in my workouts (more weights, different kinds of cardio, some yoga, etc.). These days, I've found that running or walking outside is my sure bet for cardio and doing some HIIT workouts at home is pretty much the only way I'm going to build up strength. Here's to 30 in 30!!!
- April 8, 2014 at 4:14 PM
- Jolene - EverydayFoodie said...
I need variety - I get bored very easily. I like to do any activity that doesn't require me going to an actual gym.
- April 9, 2014 at 8:53 AM


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Tree of Life
I had a moment this week, where I had an epiphany. One of those moments where everything came together and seemed so clear. Jesus is the Tree of Life. Now, I've heard this sermon before, where we talk about all the comparisons and verses that state that Jesus is the Tree of Life. I understood it. He's our life-giver. But, this week, it all just became clear. If you want to have the fruit of the Spirit, you need to be tapped in to the Tree of Life. If you want to be a new creation in Christ, lean in.
Let me tell you about my journey a little bit here. Years ago, when I was a teenager, I was a terrible person. I was the little spitfire of rage. Life had dealt me a bad hand. I was just angry, and it oozed out of everywhere. You know, hurt people hurt people. Then, age started to soften me, a little bit. But, still just really angry about everything. Sometimes, it was all consuming. But, then, years ago, when I started really following Jesus, when I came back to the church. I prayed for God to give me a new heart, a heart of flesh. ( 26 I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will take the heart of stone out of your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. – Ezekiel 36:26) And, as I have continued to lean in, as I have continued to seek Jesus and a personal relationship with Him, as I have asked to be a light for him, and to become more like Him – I have been transformed. I am a new creation in Christ. So new, that people don't recognize me from my old life. So much, that people have a hard time believing me when I tell them how I used to be, sometimes I have a hard time believing it. Because God has changed me so much, and I'm so grateful. Thank God, he saves us from ourselves, and doesn't leave us where we are.
My epiphany this week was how being tapped in to the Tree of Life is what produces fruit. Now, that may seem simple, but here's where I'm going with it. It's not that we need to be praying for patience, kindness, gentleness, self control. We need to be praying to be like the Tree, and the Fruit will come. If you pray to be like Jesus, if you lean in, the fruit comes on its own. <— That! If you think about a tree, it doesn't will itself to produce fruit, fruit just comes naturally. A tree is just soaking up water and sunshine, and fruit comes. It doesn't need to think about it, it doesn't need to will itself to produce fruit. The fruit is the evidence of the tree getting nutrients. Now, how much fruit, or how nice of fruit depends on the nutrients. But, I believe I was over-thinking trying to get this fruit. Becoming a new creation wasn't necessarily something I thought about, I was just leaning in. I was just focusing on God, and asking Him to make me what He wanted me to be, and the fruit is just a byproduct. Jesus had all of this fruit. We just need to ask to be more like Him, and we'll have it too. I'm just going to leave you with some verses this week, and we'll continue digging deeper in the weeks to come.
What does the Bible say?
About the Tree:
7 "Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord,
And whose hope is the Lord.
8 For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters,
Which spreads out its roots by the river,
And will not [a]fear when heat comes;
But its leaf will be green,
And will not be anxious in the year of drought,
Nor will cease from yielding fruit." Jeremiah 17:7-8
22 Then the Lord God said, "Behold, the man has become like one of Us, to know good and evil. And now, lest he put out his hand and take also of the tree of life, and eat, and live forever"— 23 therefore the Lord God sent him out of the garden of Eden to till the ground from which he was taken." Genesis 3:22-23
And he showed me a [a]pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding from the throne of God and of the Lamb. 2 In the middle of its street, and on either side of the river, was the tree of life, which bore twelve fruits, each tree yielding its fruit every month. The leaves of the tree were for the healing of the nations. 3 And there shall be no more curse, but the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be in it, and His servants shall serve Him. – Revelation 22:1-3
25 So he cried out to the Lord, and the Lord showed him a tree. When he cast it into the waters, the waters were made sweet. – Exodus 15:25
About the Fruit
"22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. " – Galatians 5:22-23
Love: 5 Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us. – Romans 5:5
Joy: 52 And the disciples were filled with joy and with the Holy Spirit. – Acts 13:52
Peace: 17 for the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. – Romans 14:17
Longsuffering (Patience): 3 We give no offense in anything, that our ministry may not be blamed. 4 But in all things we commend ourselves as ministers of God: in much [a]patience, in tribulations, in needs, in distresses, 5 in stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults, in labors, in sleeplessness, in fastings; 6 by purity, by knowledge, by longsuffering, by kindness, by the Holy Spirit, by [b]sincere love – 2 Corinthians 6:3-6
Kindness: 24 And a servant of the Lord must not quarrel but be gentle to all, able to teach, patient, 25 in humility correcting those who are in opposition, if God perhaps will grant them repentance, so that they may know the truth, – 2 Timothy 24-25
Goodness: 11 Therefore we also pray always for you that our God would count you worthy of this calling, and fulfill all the good pleasure of His goodness and the work of faith with power – 2 Thessalonians 1:11
Faithfullness: 22 So Jesus answered and said to them, "Have faith in God. 23 Forassuredly, I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, 'Be removed and be cast into the sea,' and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that those things he says will be done, he will have whatever he says. – Mark 11:22-23
Gentleness: Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand. – Phillippians 4:5
Self-control: 5 But also for this very reason, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue, to virtue knowledge, 6 to knowledge self-control, to self-control [a]perseverance, to perseverance godliness, 7 to godliness brotherly kindness, and to brotherly kindness love. – 2 Peter 1:5-7
Let's Pray
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for saving us from ourselves. Thank you, that you sent your son to die, so that we may live. That we may bear fruit. That we may shine your light for those around us. That we may be a blessing to everyone in our lives. That they may see you through us. That we become who you want us to be, and that your fruit may be evident in us and through us. Thank you Father for all your blessings. Thank you for your amazing goodness. Thank you for giving me words to speak and ears for them to hear. That we may grow abundantly in You, Father. That you work in our lives to bring us closer, that we yearn to lean in. Thank you for all that You are, and all that You would have us be. IN JESUS NAME!!! AMEN!!
Missions Circle
My missions focus this week, and for a few weeks to come, is Kid's Night Out! Sponsored by my local church. They advertise in the papers and invite the whole community to a night filled with games for kids, and FREE BIKE GIVEAWAYS. They do this via Raffle. We've given away hundreds of bikes over the years, and while we're raffling, we also share THE GOOD NEWS with everyone in attendance.
Article here from last year's: https://brookingsregister.com/article/kids-have-their-night-at-holy-life
You can donate to this ministry here: Just choose "Missions":


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About Yedikule Zindanlari
Yedikule Zindanlari, also known as the Yedikule Fortress or the Castle of the Seven Towers, is an impressive Byzantine and medieval fort in Istanbul.
Originally part of the Theodosian Wall, built by Theodosius II in the fifth century, Yedikule Fortress was added to over the centuries, including by Mehmet the Conqueror during the Ottoman period. The Ottomans used Yedikule Zindanlari as a stronghold, a prison (zindanlari means dungeons) and a treasury. In 1622, Yedikule Zindanlari became the site of the execution of the seventeen year old Sultan Osman II.
Today, this imposing fort is open to the public, although it's probably not ideal for children due to a lack of safety features. As implied in the name, visitors to Yedikule Zindanlari can see its dungeons as well as walking along its well-preserved walls and battlements.
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Check out the parking lot at Langford's Kal Tire this Sunday (Oct. 26) for a chance to play some road hockey with the big boys.
Several players and one coach from the Victoria Royals will be on hand to help kids hone their hockey skills.
"They're going to teach skills for the first hour and then set up a road hockey game after," said Brent Spruston of Kal Tire, who's organizing the event.
The tire shop is also holding a by-donation barbecue, with proceeds going to West Shore minor hockey.
Every donation earns an entry into a draw to win a variety of prizes, including tickets to Victoria Royals and Vancouver Canucks games, as well as a hockey net and other goodies.
The event runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2420 Millstream Rd.
For more information about the event, call Spruston at 250-391-6132.


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July was a busy month. I was asked to attend Janiro's stand at the "Love Natural, Love You" show in Olympia to help promote my range of creams and balms.
I had never been to this show before so I wasn't quite sure what to expect. I arrived on the Friday a little dishevelled as I'd had a long journey from north Essex and the trains had been cancelled due to "work on the line" but I was delighted when I saw the queue of people waiting to get in, especially as I didn't have to join it.
Olympia was buzzing and our stand was really well placed, however, opposite us was Neals Yard which was a massive stand with over 15 Neal's Yards representatives in attendance and they had everything from Treatment rooms to new gadgets and gismos. I'm not sure I could have relaxed and had a facial in the middle of Olympia but hey each to their own. It certainly felt a bit like we were David facing the mighty Goliath, but I love a challenge.
I was actually on the stand with two lovely ladies, Jan from Janiro (who are the distributors for my creams and balms) and a really interesting lady called Trish who started her career as a model and then at the age of 60 became a make-up artist working on many of the big TV and fashion shows. But best of all she is now a blogger and she had tried my creams. I bluehost was a little apprehensive when I asked what she thought of them, but I could have kissed her when she answered "I was really impressed with your creams, especially the one for Normal skin as it goes on so well under make-up that you don't need a Primer" she continued "I used to work for Neals Yard and I can honestly say that I preferred your creams".
What a recommendation, plus with all the amazing online reviews we'd had coming through, a massive confidence booster.
The crowds had started to come in through the doors and all made a be-line for the tried and tested products of Neals Yard. Their customers were 3 people deep to the point of almost knocking in to our stand.
This was my chance; "Hello" I said, to one of the 3-deepers "Fancy trying something different which is completely organic and vegan friendly and has just been voted better than Neals Yard by various Beauty Bloggers". The results were amazing, if the customers tried it, they bought it. I couldn't believe my eyes. Every time I sold something, I think I grew another 2 inches. We had a fabulous day and I was really geared up for the next day, I couldn't wait.
Saturday, brought a whole different type of customer. These people were what we would call "lookers" they walked around the event, tried all the samples and loved a chat. This is my forte, chatting is what I do best and this particular weekend my chosen subject was, "the benefits of Sheila's Natural Products". This made me very popular with the Vegan People. Apparently, there aren't many products on the market for Vegans, so luckily for me I was in the right place at the right time and consequently, I was approached by a representative VeganKind and asked if I'd like to include my creams in their beauty box in August. Hurray… what a great day.
Sunday was a different day again. Sunday people are the "Bargain Hunters" and according to the hardened exhibitors, it's generally a bit of a free-for-all. They come armed with their trollies and flat comfortable shoes (because they mean business) and the aim is to look round for the first couple of hours and then strike middle to late afternoon to pick up any bargains. They're not really interested in chatting just "have you got any samples and I'll try it at home and buy on the website".
The day flew by and I was pleased to head home at 6.00pm but I did laugh out loud when I got to the tube station, it was like looking at an army of soldier ants taking their goods back to the nest. Hundreds of people piled high with boxes of Organic Cornflakes, Bamboo cushions, organic chocolate, magnetic water softeners (mind you I had one of those tucked in my bag too) Organic toilet brushes (don't ask…… it's a great idea but lets not go there) the list went on and on…..
As we all crammed on the train and I was nose to nose with a fellow "ant" I asked "had a good day?" "yes" she said "I always come every year on the last day I love the bargains", success all round. I couldn't wait to get home as I was really tired but I had enjoyed every bit of it.
All in all a very successful weekend where I met some really lovely people and my thanks goes to everyone I spoke to at the event.
If you'd like to try Sheila's Natural Products, you can find them here: and we always love to hear your feedback and comments.


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Preschools are basically the first experiences that a child remembers while growing up and as such play a very vital role in the upbringing of a child. Ever since the dawn of the modern world, gender equality set its feet deep into the cultures around the world. Now every woman is seen as being capable of competing with their male counterparts on almost every front. Soon women started taking their careers seriously and balancing work and home became more of a challenge. It has also become very essential for both the parents to work as coping with the ever growing cost of living is often not possible when only one member in the family is working. The increase in the rates of basic amenities of life has even worsened the situation further.
In earlier times, it was traditionally the mother's job to look after the children and to train them for schooling but as soon as the women in our society started taking their careers seriously whether it be for the need for money or just the ambition, an immediate need was felt for someone or something that could fill the gap. This gave birth to the preschool industry.
CT preschools are nothing but a formal structure that provides working parents a chance to leave their kids in a facility that helps the child feel at home and enjoy the environment. At the same time, the kids get a chance to learn new skills and get ready for a more formal education, all this while the parents are off to work.
Preschools help the child in developing in a very natural way. Children get to interact with other kids of the same age group and learn the art of communication and good behavior. Through different games, they develop team spirit and healthy competition. All this gets done while the child is enjoying the time at the preschool facility.
Preschools in CT provide the working parents to concentrate better on their careers without getting worried about their child's proper upbringing. The preschool culture has been growing by leaps and bounds over the last few decades simply because of the win-win situation they offer to the working class.
They have a very professional approach as to how to keep kids entertained and, at the same time, educated. They have specially designed educational programs which are fun to take part in and don't burden the child before even entering the mainstream schools. Rangkaian The preschools from CT like offer this service at a very affordable price and ensure the safety of your child while you are away at work. It also develops a sense of being independent in the children as they are no more afraid of being away from parents and know how to behave and respond while the parents are not around.
The pre schools have been a success because of their striking concepts of mixing education with fun and games and are here to stay.


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So we have had quite a journey. Discovering Photoshop had a video timeline window – mind blown…who would've thunk! Getting used to key frames, creating animated gifs, then cinemagraphs, stop motion, logo stingers and now UI. Shhhhheeeeeesh, I am beat. The title of Chapter 9 is "Animate!", and I thought, what do you think we've been doing all this time! In many ways, this chapter is like a recap, a few words of wisdom repeated from a mentor before their prodigy goes to a new school or begins a journey.
Here are a couple of things to remember while you are working on your next animation:
- Look at your storyboard or plan. You don't have to do it straight away in a linear way. Start with the easy stuff and gain confidence and experience in the project that will enrich your execution when you hit the more complex scenes. Poke your toe in the pool, get used to the water, in no time you will be diving into the deep end.
- Break things up. Recently I worked on a user interface project. Tackling the whole thing would have been rough in one After Effects file. Instead I broke up each application screen into smaller Photoshop animations then brought them into AE for polish one by one. I believe this practice made the end product much better and made the animating manageable. I was able to focus on the details of just "that scene" on that day.
- Save time by spending more time planning.
- Protect yourself by backing up files. Save early and often.
- Don't forget the 12 principles of animation. Design "Pose to Pose" and keep "Follow Through" in mind. "Pose to pose" means designing the key sections (beats) or frames first, and then filling in the intervals later. "Pose to pose" works better for dramatic or emotional scenes, where composition and relation to the surroundings are of greater importance.
- Decide on your rules and directional movement for the piece and stick to them to maintain visual consistency throughout the piece. These can be simple such as things always enter left to right or main navigations are always vertical and animate up and down. This blog entry is influenced by our recent UI project, for examples regarding directional movement see the chart below for the 12 UX motion principles.
- Frame and compose your shots well. Constantly question and evaluate the best way to present the action or inform the user.
- Same goes for audio, be flexible with your soundtrack. Allow design and sound to influence each other throughout the production in order to get the best synthesis.
- Motion blur is handy, consider mimicking natural human vision when possible.
- Sound advice…cut down render and preview time by turning off sound when you can BUT, make sure to have sound on when syncing your audio to action.
Navimation – The integration of animation into navigations, interactive products, applications and devices.
Reflections on the User Interface and its relationship to animation
The user interface is a mediating artefact that facilitates and materializes our interaction with a device, another human being or our environment.. Interfaces may be labelled as primary, secondary or tertiary. Primary and secondary artefacts are tools and representations. For example, like google glass, it can add information that is useful in comprehension. Respectively, while the tertiary artefact is one that goes beyond the practical and creates an autonomous 'world' of play that can colour the way we see the 'actual' world. The interface may be seen as a tertiary artefact that provides an environment for play and engagement. It mediates as an instrumental tool for activities such as navigation and social interaction.
Since digital information is not bound to physical location and form, the digital interface allows us to create, find, and experience information and media content in many ways. The user interface is the guide that allows navigation as interactive movement in information space. This generates associations to ways in which we find our way in the physical world, and allows for an open approach to navigation—one of exploration, discovery, serendipity and fun. Moving through a real or a virtual space may be satisfying in itself. The challenge for the designer/developer of the interface is to present information and calls to action in a way that the user will understand and is not overwhelmed or confused by the application. The screen is both a site and a result of navigation: it is a screen space in which there is a simultaneous construction and representation of navigation. It is often a design that is the mediating your interaction with another design, for example a DVD menu within a blu-ray player that is controlled by a remote.
Importantly, activities of navigation take place on both short and long timescales. Lemke introduces the term hypermodality to refer to hypertextual navigation that is combined with diverse modes of communication such as image, text and sound. This connects navigation with diverse modes of communication, including visual motion.
Technology has gone on to change the possibilities of screening images in motion, as motion now can be generated in real time as it is being screened, and in response to user action. This applies to a range of screen-based devices with or without touch-screen functions, including laptops, mobile phones, GPS readers, MP3-players and PDAs.
Getting into the weeds here on types of navigation and categories into which they fall. The three core concepts we have developed for the multimodal textual analysis of dynamic interfaces are as follows:
- Temporal navigation. This concept denotes how, at a micro level, navigation can be seen as durable and continuous. Navigation becomes topological (Lemke, 2000b), meaning that it is realised by degree rather than discrete options. In contrast, hyperlinks act as discrete and finite options when navigating traditional hypertext environments resulting in a discontinuous form of navigation. In dynamic interfaces this discrete selection can be replaced with a continuous activity of manipulating or changing the navigational progression. Think of highway signs, mileage, music tempo, time, temperature, gps coordinates….navigations representing a fixed place or physical amount.
- Spatial manipulation. This concept refers to how motion can be used not only to create and enhance a sense of two- or three-dimensional space on a screen, but also to manipulate and even distort this sensation. The screen of an interface can be seen as the viewing frame of a virtual camera (Jones, 2007), with the user looking into a virtual space framed by the screen. We do not see the camera itself, but when we are presented with a virtual environment seen from a certain point of view, we might assume that there is a virtual camera at play. The notion of a virtual camera reflects the way that real film cameras have traditionally been used to frame images in motion, i.e., through zooming, panning or using a dolly (Zettl, 1990). At a different layer, the interface—and its screen—is placed in the context of a real physical space. This context may also affect the way the virtual screen space is perceived, as the users themselves also might be physically moving. Thus, the sensation of space can be manipulated and distorted not only on the screen itself, but also in relation to a physical context.manipulating visuals to offer choices, information, options.
- Motional transformation. Drawing on Woolman (2004), we see that transformation involves the changing of some inherent feature of an element or elements in the interface over time. These changes might take place in colour, transparency, size, position or shape. This is one of the core features and unique possibilities of animation and motion graphics, in which elements can gradually be transformed. This transformation can be reductive, elaborative, or distortive (Woolman, 2004). Transformations are often a complex mix of these variables, and can be more or less predefined by the interface designer. Related terms that are already in use in the interaction design profession as well as in computer animation and motion graphics are 'shape transformation,' 'transition,' 'image morphing' and 'tweening' (inbetweening).
5 examples of Great UI
1. National Portrait Gallery – Presidents Interactive Kiosk, Washington D.C.
This weekend, I went to the National Portrait Gallery and found this amazing interactive kiosk installation. There was about a 30″ touch screen in the middle of the gallery and it featured information on all the pieces in the exhibit, historical information and other items. It blew my mind, it had a 3-D timeline where the user feels like they are traveling through space to different years for each presidency. I have a video of it and will upload it as soon as I get a chance.
2.Finance app animation design by Gis1on on Jan 6, 2018
3. Display of "stock" works-3 by Musikkkkk for Redscarf on Dec 3, 2018
Lots of information in a tiny space. Feels powerful and uses zoom effectively.
4. BATB 11 Mobile Concept by Nathan Riley for green chameleon on Dec 6, 2018
Beautiful multi-layered animation for products but consistent and simple to navigate.
5. Nike Online Store Item Display and zoom image interface
I love the way Nike has set up its online shop. The zoom is simple, always scales nicely to your device, animates in and animates out. It clears everything off the screen except the image. I like it alot better than the amazon type zoom, which opens in a lighbox and forces the user to scrioll on over size images. It is brilliant in its simplicity, just a simple "X" in the top right corner to close.
Check it out here: https://www.nike.com/t/air-jordan-5-retro-mens-shoe-VQlPcb
Top image/ Featured image: Animated gif of Apple Watch Pattern Library by Hanna Jung
Shawn Torres
Shawn is an Information Technology manager in Washington D.C. and a graduate student at Quinnipiac University pursuing his masters in Interactive Media and Communications.
Willenskomer, I. (2018). Creating Usability with Motion: The UX in Motion Manifesto. Medium. Retrieved from https://medium.com/ux-in-motion/creating-usability-with-motion-the-ux-in-motion-manifesto-a87a4584ddc
Navimation: Exploring Time, Space & Motion in the Design of Screen Based Interfaces. (2018, December 09). Retrieved from http://ijdesign.org/index.php/IJDesign/article/view/622/284
dontclick.it. (2018, December 09). Retrieved from http://dontclick.it
Ideum. (2018). Digital Exhibits Bring Interactive Exploration to National Portrait Gallery. Ideum – exhibit design | touch tables | interactive exhibits. Retrieved from https://ideum.com/portfolio/smithsonian-national-portrait-gallery-interactive
Blazer, L. (2016). Animated storytelling : simple steps for creating animation & motion graphics. San Francisco, CA: Peachpit Press.
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There are many activities to participate in. Students are given the chance to invest their time into something they have an interest in. Arguably some are more well known than others. The art show is a great competition that is often pushed to the side. These students give us a deeper look into the Lee's Summit Art Fair.
The art show gives students the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. The show may appear tame, but it is no different than any competition. Getting work into the art show can be a process.
"Sometimes you can choose, but most of the time it's the teacher's choice," junior Abby White said.
The art teacher decides what artwork gets into the show, but some teachers give a bit more freedom to the students in deciding what goes in.
"Mr.Williams will let you decide what you want to put in," senior Nanari Barrero said.
If the teacher decides to put in a piece that the student is not fond of, the student can always say no.
"The teacher will always ask if you want the piece in the show, but you can always decline," White said.
Everyone gets butterflies in their stomach when they are anticipating a competition. The weight and pressure of meeting deadlines can be stressful for some students.
"Sometimes I do feel pressured to finish a piece, but the teacher can put in an older piece and save the unfinished one for the next show," White said.
The pressure does not only come from meeting deadlines, but from other students. The art show is a competition and like in all competitions, everyone is there to win.
"It can be a bit intimidating. There is a lot of competition among the contestants," White said.
The art fair allows students to be able to see the talent of their fellow peers.
The process of the art show is something unique. The art teacher has to assign the students with something to do. Next, the teacher has to decide what goes into the show, but in the end it all comes down to the judges. Art can be very subjective. This makes it difficult to judge art without being biased, but the judges at the Lee's Summit Art Fair found a way to make this easier.
"They judge by categories, they pick which is best in each category," Barrero said.
The Lee's Summit Art Fair took place Oct. 7 from 6-8 downtown Lee's Summit. Many people showed up to see what these students were capable of. Some students were even given awards for their pieces.


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For the module on mythology we have been prompted to use a creative writing strategy of blogpoems to put our knowledge of myths to the test. Here is what I was able to come up with!
Tall, blueish-green eyes, with a suit of armor, and weating a gold helmet
Relative of Zeus, Metis, Apollo, and Artemis
Lover of teaching, protecting, and giving advice
Who feels wisdom, independent, and knowledge
Who needs herself, wisdom, and clarity
Who fears nothing
Who gives wisdom and advice
Who would like to see dominance
Resident of the ancient city of Alipheria in southern Greece
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This may not look like much, just a bunch of lines put together in Autocad. The intent is to build a 3 axis CNC Mill
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Pookie's b/f visited Sunday. Man did they have a great time together! They fit more into a single afternoon than I have energy to do in a week. They made cookies (completely solo) - and ate almost the entire batch! They made a gaggle of those warm fuzzies all of us who grew up in the 70s made as kids (I'm so glad all that stuff is coming back around - friendship bracelets anyone? Or what about the safety pins with beads strung on them hanging on everyone's tennis shoes...?) They played and played and played. I'm glad Pooks has found someone special in her class this year.
Tuesday night the twins serenaded us at their first violin concert. For first timers, I think we were all pretty impressed with how good it sounded! But now I've threatened them that they have to practice at least 3 times per week to even consider being in violin next year - yeah, I know. Tiger Mom I am not - but boy howdy is it expensive to take strings in this district!


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Diseases of the colon
Diseases of the colon are not rare nowadays. On average, out of every thousand of adults 287 people are affected by various coloproctological diseases. About 1/3 of patients who have simultaneously two or more of the disease . Men and women suffer from these diseases equally.
Complaints of discomfort in the anal area, abnormal discharge from the rectum (mucus, blood), various gastrointestinal complaints (diarrhea or constipation, tenesmus) are the basis for proctology examination. These symptoms should never be ignored or assign patients symptomatic treatment antispasmodics, analgesics, hemorrhoids candles without performing proctology examination.
Polyps of the colon
Neoplasms (benign and malignant tumor) of the rectum - the basic pathology, for the correction of which is used transanal operating machinery. The uniqueness of this disease among all other types of cancer - is clearly traceable the development from of precancerous state to the actual cancer.
The presence of a polyp is an indication for removal. Relatively small or large polyps with a pronounced leg relatively easy to remove by noose electroscission, or electrocoagulation during sigmoidoscopy or fibrocolonoscopy.
Surgical treatment of rectal prolapse
All methods of elimination rectal prolapse can be divided into two groups: transperitoneal and Transanal. Minimal trauma, rapid recovery of body functions after the operation, the relative ease of mobilization and fixation of the rectum did laparoscopic posterolateral rectopexy as standard procedure in the correction of prolapse.
Surgical treatment of rectal prolapse, not only eliminates the anatomical disturbances in the pelvic area, but also helps in the correction of functional disorders of the colon and rectum: eliminates constipation, improving function retention of feces, etc.
If necessary, patients with slow constipation conducted resection of the sigmoid colon by a standard laparoscopic procedure with hardware anastomosis.
It is important to remember that the specificity of each operation must be determined by taking into account the state and totality all the pathological changes in each patient. Elderly patients with a high degree of operational and anesthetic risk are best treated by perineal operations that can be performed under regional anesthesia or under local anesthesia with intravenous sedation. Young patients can easily transfer laparoscopic rectopexy with or without synchronous resection of the sigmoid colon under general anesthesia.


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