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Rayna learns that her record label wants her to tour as the opening act for newcomer Juliette Barnes, and when she refuses, the stage is set for the ultimate power struggle for popularity. Complicating matters, Lamar's drive for power results in backing Teddy in a run for Mayor of Nashville, against Rayna's wishes.
Teddy's mayoral campaign is moving ahead and Rayna reluctantly endures an investigation that reveals some explosive family secrets. Meanwhile Coleman Carlisle is starting to lay down the groundwork for his campaign when he discovers Lamar is poised to go head to head with him, even if it means exposing his longtime friend; Juliette, who will stop at nothing when it comes to getting her hands on Deacon, sees him perform with Rayna at the Bluebird, and it's clear that not all feelings fade with time; and Scarlett is torn between pursuing her dream of songwriting with Gunnar and her commitment to Avery.
Rayna immerses herself in her kids' lives and her husband's campaign, and is sobered to learn that she and Teddy are facing financial ruin; Juliette offers Deacon an exclusive contract to write and tour with her; and Juliette's troubled mother, Jolene, re-enters her daughter's life in dramatic fashion. Meanwhile, Scarlett and Gunnar's big break with Watty is threatened.
Rayna and Teddy's relationship is tested when Rayna performs with Deacon at Teddy's campaign fundraiser and a woman from Teddy's past shows up with a secret. Meanwhile, Juliette tries to burnish her image with an appearance on "Good Morning America" and is interviewed by Robin Roberts; Gunnar makes a connection with his publisher's assistant, Hailey; and Teddy and Coleman agree to take the moral high ground during the campaign - but will it last?
Rayna considers moving on after Deacon starts to set boundaries in their relationship; Juliette struggles with her mom's addictions and Deacon offers a helping hand - which leads to difficult memories from his past; Teddy is worried that his mayoral campaign will be derailed when his past with Peggy and his financial troubles border on being exposed; and tension with Avery and Gunnar is at a boiling point, as Scarlet feels the pressure to pick her path.
Rayna wants to change her sound and seeks out the help of a highly successful music producer, Liam McGuinnis, Juliette goes on a sham date with a squeaky-clean NFL quarterback as a PR move for her tarnished image; meanwhile, Lamar's plan to delay Coleman with a police traffic stop on his way to an important photo op for both candidates works too well, and Scarlett's relationship with Avery gets rocky.
Marshall Evans continues to pressure Rayna and Juliette to collaborate at an event at the Ryman theater, Teddy is forced to reveal the truth to Rayna when Peggy's desperation hits its peak, and in an effort to move past her failed relationship to Avery, Scarlett finds herself closer to Gunnar.
Rayna reconsiders things after hearing Teddy's side of the story; Juliette finds an unexpected sense of belonging with Sean's family; Gunnar confesses his feelings; Deacon and Avery are each offered opportunities.
Rayna and Juliette are locked for their tour. When Rayna suggests taking her girls with her, she finds that Lamar's not above holding her hostage with some long forgotten family secrets. To everyone's surprise Juliette and Sean have eloped, though not everyone is celebrating. Deacon reconnects with a former flame, and Avery follows the advice of a new music producer that puts more space between him, the band and Scarlett.
Rayna and Juliette get ready to perform in San Diego in their first arena concert on the same bill. Rayna finds that working without Deacon is too disruptive and makes an interesting proposal to Liam, while Juliette sends Sean a message through the press. Gunnar takes a road trip to Austin to visit his brother, and Scarlett tags along for the ride so she can catch Deacon's performance in Texas with the Revel Kings. Meanwhile Avery makes his move to sign with Dominic, and Teddy and Coleman's campaigns find them in a dead heat.
Edgehill Records celebrates the success of "Wrong Song" with a lavish party attended by Rayna, Juliette and real-life country stars including Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young. But the party gets awkward for Juliette, who brings her mom along, and for Rayna when she's aggressively pursued by Calista, an exec from a competing record label. Meanwhile Teddy confronts Rayna about his suspicions over her relationship with Liam, Gunnar deals with family issues and Avery gets too comfortable with his newfound success.
Rayna begins to settle into the tour when she discovers that Deacon has joined Juliette's band on the road, and she can't help but think that maybe the time has come to make some hard decisions. But will a heart to heart with Deacon help ease the sting of the revelation? Meanwhile Juliette is tired of her bubble gum pop success and is interested in exposing who she really is, though her team is convinced that will damage her commercial success. And Scarlett is counting pennies to keep her head above water - until Gunnar makes her an offer she can't refuse.
Rayna finds comfort in the arms of an old friend after revealing to Daphne and Maddie her plans to divorce. Juliette is invigorated by the response to her new sound and takes steps to reinvent herself - against the guidance of her management. Things are looking up for Scarlett and Gunnar when Rayna makes an offer to sign them to her label. While their hard work begins to show signs of success, Avery struggles to find his old sound and is forced to consider an attractive offer.
Juliette plans a surprise birthday party for Deacon, which is attended by real-life country stars Dan Auerbach, Vince Gill, Pam Tillis, Kate York and Kip Moore. During the celebration, Rayna sings, backed up by Pam Tillis and Kate York as themselves, Watty White and Adria. However, Juliette's own performance is derailed by her mother. As Rayna and Teddy's divorce moves forward, the tabloids move in, speculating about Rayna's cheating and thrusting her children into the spotlight; Teddy decides to bring Peggy into his mayoral fold and holds a press conference to make it look like it's all business; and Gunnar's brother charms Scarlett with his singing.
Katie Couric guest stars as herself when Rayna appears on the "Katie" show, trying to set the record straight about her marriage and balancing her career with motherhood. Juliette attempts to take her album launch into her own hands but it backfires when she tweets out a surprise concert location. Maddie lies to Teddy about her whereabouts - with dangerous consequences - and Deacon is drawn to his dog's pretty new veterinarian, Stacey. Meanwhile Avery tries to control his musical destiny by flouting Dominic and Marilyn, and things are awkward between Scarlett and Gunnar, as he continues to process his brother's death.
Rayna takes her children and sister with her on tour in NYC, but Rayna doesn't like the influence Juliette is having on her daughters. Meanwhile Dante gives Juliette some career guidance that helps her see him in a whole new way; Deacon's feelings for Stacey force him to reconsider his life on the road; a hunky new neighbor, Will, befriends Gunnar and Scarlett; Gunnar is thrown by Scarlett's hiding information from him; Lamar threatens Peggy; and Avery jeopardizes his own future.
A personal crisis in Nashville causes Rayna to leave the tour in New York City before her sold-out concert with Juliette, but for Juliette, the show must go on. Jolene stakes a claim on her sober counselor Dante as Juliette gets closer to him personally and professionally, and Deacon doesn't like the woman Juliette has become and tells her point-blank. Gunnar declares the next 24 hours a "Scarlett O'Connor party" to celebrate her success, and she brings Will along to join the fun. Meanwhile Avery becomes a roadie for Juliette, and secrets involving the men in Rayna's life see the light of day.
Liam invites Rayna to run away with him to finish her album, and Deacon is surprised by his own reaction, as well as Stacy's accusations; Jolene warns Juliette about Dante's loyalty, which only drives the two women further apart; Teddy faces off with Peggy about the leaks, and in the wake of her father's illness, Tandy proposes a new alliance to Coleman. Meanwhile Gunnar tries out some new music, and Avery and Scarlett reconnect
Rayna and Juliette are both nominated for CMA Awards and Edgehill Records hosts a party in their honor. Meanwhile Teddy worries about his relationship with Maddie, Juliette copes with new challenges, Scarlett is concerned about Gunnar, and tension grows between him and Will.
Rayna finds an unlikely ally in Lamar when he sides with her against Teddy about the girls. Jolene sees Juliette struggling and tries to find a way to help. Avery and Will, separately, both get a chance to shine with bigger stars - but will it translate to career gold? And Tandy takes her own agenda to the board of Wyatt Industries.
A shadow has been cast over country music's biggest night: Juliette discovers a letter from Jolene revealing her mother's true feelings; Rayna and Deacon's fairytale evening at the CMA Awards, even performing with Brad Paisley - who guest stars as himself - may not end in a happily-ever-after; and Gunnar will do whatever it takes to win Scarlett's heart back - but is it too late? Meanwhile the U.S. Attorney's office is closing in on Teddy, and Peggy returns with a secret of her own.


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This statement has been published in accordance with the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015.
The statement sets-out the ongoing actions taken by the Lifesigns Group to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within its business and supply chain.
The issue of modern slavery is a growing concern, not only in the UK, but throughout the world. The Lifesigns Group, as a leading and proactive company, has a responsibility to ensure its supply chain and its business is free from this subject and has a commitment to carry out a robust and continual due diligence process, identifying potential risks and eliminating them at the earliest opportunity.
We believe in affiliating with others who share the same values and understand the importance of always conducting business ethically. We will never partner or affiliate with a supplier or third party unless they commit to never using forced labour, whether in the form of human trafficking, indentured labour or otherwise. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines many of the efforts made to ensure our supply chain does not contain labour of this nature.
The Lifesigns Group operates many brands and is a global leader in expeditions and specialist training. The Lifesigns Group operates in over 20 countries worldwide. We have a supply base of approximately 20 contractually bound third party providers. Our inspections and checks with our suppliers continue on a regular basis and evolve to share good practice in addition to being stringent on any violations. These independently owned and operated suppliers are subject to the compliance principles outlined in this statement. A concise audit programme has been created to collect relevant information from all our routine third-party supplier visits.
Lifesigns Group staff activity is regulated by our Vision and our Values, which bans the use of forced or involuntary labour in any of our locations or in the operations of facilities who supply services to us. We constantly evaluate our current and potential suppliers against our rigorous standards and require them to comply to our Modern Slavery Statement prior to entering our supply chain. By agreeing to our Contractual Terms, our suppliers are clear about the Lifesigns Group's expectations.
For many years, the Lifesigns Group's audit department have actively carried-out due diligence procedure with all suppliers. This process seeks to understand potential supply chain risks and steers our sourcing of product. Our contracts prohibit suppliers from engaging subcontractors, without the written permission of the Lifesigns Group.
The Lifesigns Group will not knowingly work with suppliers who use forced labour. We use our own auditors to ensure compliance with our Modern Slavery Statement.
Before conducting business with the Lifesigns Group, each supplier must undergo a full and complete audit. This may include scheduled and unannounced audits by our own staff and 3rd party auditors. We will inspect for evidence of health and safety concern, wage and social compliance, forced labour, child labour issues, harassment-free workplace policies, and environmental issues.
Our supplier contracts make it clear that they must conduct business in full compliance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations and comply with our terms. Each supplier must confirm compliance with these terms and our Modern Slavery Statement prior to becoming an approved and contracted supplier.
For our staff who have direct responsibility for the monitoring, auditing and enforcing of our supplier base we will provide ongoing training. This training will include topics such as identifying child labour, involuntary or forced labour and preventing human trafficking.
All Lifesigns Group staff must comply with our Modern Slavery Statement, which outlines our principles relating to human trafficking and forced labour. Consistent with internationally recognised labour standards, we specify minimum working conditions for the employees of our suppliers, helping to support the principle that our values are reflected in our products. A contracted suppliers breach of our contract will result in the Lifesigns Group taking remedial corrective action including termination as an approved contracted supplier.
The Lifesigns Group's Modern Slavery Statement and principles listed in this statement aim to help ensure the use of forced or involuntary labour in our supply chain is prevented. Along with our actions surrounding due diligence, risk assessment, audits and training, we seek to ensure our contracted suppliers are free of known labour or employment supplied by or through slavery, forced or compulsory labour or the product of human trafficking. Reviewing key performance indicators such as audit statistics and helpline reports on an ongoing basis allows us to update training for our staff to identify and report human trafficking and modern slavery issues, leading to continuous improvement in our practices.


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Starting out as a tasting group of five friends, Laelaps Wines has evolved into a commercial wine project. Our goal is simple: make the kind of wines we like to drink.
Our focus is on small batch, single vineyard Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon from the Willamette and Walla Walla Valleys in Oregon. With knowledge gained from many harvests in the Willamette Valley - along with our own 'loading dock' vintages - we understand that making wine is a paradox. We pursue perfection, yet it is the subtle imperfections that imbue the wine's character, nuance, and uniqueness.
'Laelaps' evokes the spirit of the mythological dog that always caught its prey, but finally met her match chasing the fox that could never be caught. Perfection and Imperfection together - this is the spirit that drives us at Laelaps wines.


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Donate Items
For Our Clients
- Hygiene Items
- Food Support (formerly Food Stamps) do not pay for non-food items. For clients on a tight budget, toilet paper, paper towels, soap, shampoo, toothpaste, sanitary napkins and other toiletries can be difficult to obtain. Unopened samples from hotels are welcome as well as household sizes.
- Household Appliances
- Can openers, plates, glasses, cutlery and other household items are always needed and in short supply.
- Pet Food
- Pets need food, too! Help keep pets with their owners while they get back on their feet
For the Shelf
- Bags (paper or plastic)
- We use as many as 200 bags a day; that's a lot of bags. When donations lag, we purchase these at close to market rate.
- Computer
- We could use computers both for the food shelf and to distribute to clients. We'd prefer at least 1 GHz with Windows XP or Mac OS.


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Step lively with our great selection of affordable indoor area rugs. Choose colorful designs that turn your floors into works of art or sophisticated neutrals that complement your furnishings without overwhelming them.
Our designer-quality rugs are soft underfoot and constructed to withstand everyday wear. You'll find large and small rectangular rug sizes, as well as hallway runners, rounds, and mats, for the living room, dining room, kitchen, or bedroom. Our selection of throw rugs includes handcrafted and machine-woven rugs in natural and manmade fibers, including wool, cotton, jute, sisal, polyester, and polypropylene.
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Love is in the air! Valentine's Day is this coming Tuesday, and we know you must be feeling the butterflies. You've got your date, the restaurant has been booked, now comes the hard part… what to wear and how to style your hair. Luckily, we found the best Valentine's Day hairstyles to impress your beau, plus a few make-up tips and outfits to match them. Ready? We'll make you look sexy for the most romantic night of the year (not that you don't already, of course!)
Have you checked out our Valentine's Day Guide yet? We've got all the date ideas, recipes, make-up inspo and blogger looks you need to make it a day to remember.
The Look: The Embellished Headband
Polish off a pulled-back style with an embellished headband, similar to the one worn by the models of the Dolce and Gabbana spring 2014 fashion show. It's an easy way to take your ponytail from day to night. Curl any stray hairs for an even more romantic and feminine vibe.
Our Make-Up Tip: Go for a nude look. Highlight your eyes with a bit of gold eyeshadow and make your lips look extra kissable with a flirty, light pink lipstick.
Our Outfit Suggestion:
The Look: Sexy Side Swept Hair
Start by parting your hair to one side. Curl two inch sections toward the face and hold for about 10 seconds. After releasing a section, re-coil the section with your fingers and secure with a bobby pin or duck-bill clip. After letting the sections cool, remove the clips and carefully brush through the curls using a paddle brush to create waves. Pull and secure the hair to one side by vertically inserting a bobby pin at the nape of the neck.
Our Make-Up Tip: A cat eye and bold, red lip will word miracles with this look.
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The Look: The Low-Hanging Bun
Pull your hair back into a low ponytail and secure it with a hair tie. Separate the hair above the hair tie into two sections. Loop the ponytail through the hole and pull it down, creating a 'topsy tail'. If your hair is fine, lightly tease the ponytail to give it texture. Loop and tuck the ponytail into the space you've created with the topsy tail. Pin it in place using bobby pins. Continue pinning and smoothing any strays. Apply hairspray, and lightly curl any remaining loose pieces away from the face using a large barrel curling iron.
Our Make-Up Tip: A smokey eye was made for this do! Apply a bit of shimmery bronzer to your cheekbones to better define them.
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The Look: Sexy Over-The-Shoulder Hair
After washing your hair, apply a volumising mousse to the roots. Flip your head over and blow-dry it. Once your hair is dry, mist the ends with a flexible-hold hairspray, before throwing it all to one side.
Our Make-Up Tip: A red lip is a must! Keep your eye make-up to a minimum.
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Don't forget to share you V-Day outfits with us via Instagram and Facebook! You could be featured on our #JustFabStyle page.


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Training will continue next Sunday in the John Mitchel's sports-hall from 10.00 – 11.00am with the emphasis on fun, making friends and learning some new skills. All are welcome!
Our U12 Girls continued their winning form from last season by comprehensively beating Listowel Emmet's in the North Kerry league last Saturday afternoon in Ballyseedy. Despite absolutely brutal conditions both teams really gave it their all, however it was Mitchel's who played brilliantly especially in the first half with some fine defending and scoring on show.
Unfortunately, we had to cancel our outdoor training session on Sunday last due to the torrential rain we had, but unfortunately we can't control the weather so onwards and upwards & were hoping everyone will be raring to go next week as we have great plans for next week's session which will also double as our juvenile registration day with lots of fun and game's & maybe even a bouncy castle or two.
Stay tuned for more details during the week on john Mitchel's Facebook page. Hope to see you all again next Sunday 10.00am to 11.00am in our sport's complex thank you.
Games v Ballymac and Churchill were cancelled on Saturday due to weather conditions.
Our green team took on Austin Stacks in division one of the town league on Monday evening last in Caherslee. Stacks started strongly and built up a significant lead but our guys showed great character and courage throughout and finished the game strongly. Well done to all the lads involved, they did Mitchel's proud!
We continue training Wednesday at 5.45pm sharp on the Flood lit pitch.
Both teams play against na Gaeil on Saturday March 9th at 3pm in Ballyseedy, all players please be at club for 2.15pm
We had a good turnout for training Wednesday evening with numbers on the rise every week. With one victory in our first game let's keep it going, all support greatly appreciated
Senior ladies training continues Thursday evening at 7pm. All new players welcome from 16 years and up. If you want to keep fit and make new friends then John Mitchel's is the place to be.
In association with saint Vincent de Paul, there is now a clothes collection bin on site at John Mitchel's Complex in Ballyseedy so please donate any unwanted clothes and textiles (clean re-wearable clothes, paired shoes, curtains, and towels). All donations are much appreciated.
Jackpot €1,500 not won
numbers drawn 1 , 5 , 12 , 27
next draw 05-03-2019 new jackpot is €1,600
Our bingo continues on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday nights @ 8.30pm in our premises on the John Joe Sheehy Road. Bingo is a vital fundraiser for the club and all funds raised from the bingo goes directly back into the club and all support is greatly appreciated. Any member who wishes to volunteer can do so by giving their details to any club officer.
Our sports complex at Camp Ballyseedy is available for bookings on the Sports Hall and All-Weather pitch. The complex is also open for children's parties. For further information contact the club reception on 066 7197070.
Please note that all club merchandise is now available for purchasing only through Hennebery's sports shop, Ashe St. Tralee and is no longer for sale at our complex in Ballyseedy. Please also note that our club colours are – green and gold jerseys, white togs and green and gold socks.
Maureen O'Loughlin (nee Brosnan) of Manor, Tralee and formerly Springhill, Ballymacelligott, Co. Kerry
Cyril Fitzmaurice of Listellick North, Tralee, Co. Kerry,
Cornelius (con) Ronan of Strand St., Tralee, Co. Kerry
Michael Lawlor Caherleaheen and formerly of Old Marian Park, Tralee, Co Kerry
Rose Mc Mahon (née Henry) Boherbee, Tralee, Co Kerry
May they rest in peace.


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I knew that I wanted to be home with my baby, and that I wanted work that spoke to my creativity, passion and deep desire to help others.
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Jason Kahn, Ben Owen, Geoff Mullen, Alan F Jones and Reed Evan Rosenberg
Doors: 8PM
Tickets: $10 (Sliding Scale)
Jason Kahn // voice
Jason Kahn's performances explore the physical and spiritual limits of breath, stretching the voice to its breaking point. The disintegration of each vocal gesture leads to the next, creating a structure where what remains with each evacuating breath creates a context for the entire piece.Originally a drummer and electronic musician, Kahn turned to the voice to nd a more direct connection to himself and the audience. Without the bene t of having an instrument shielding him, Kahn contends with the vulnerability of laying himself bare to the listener. "As a listener, you feel your experience merging with his. Each long, drawn out line moves from intimate to disembodied, from the familiar to the alien and estranged. What you hear is a cycle of disintegration and renewal, both biological and spiritual, made manifest." >Matt Wuetrich, The Wire>
Born 1960 in New York and growing up in Los Angeles, Jason Kahn moved to Europe in 1990. He currently lives in Zurich, Switzerland.
More information: http://jasonkahn.net/
Ben Owen//
Ben Owen works with sound using various approaches including improvisation, recording, listening, and composition. His instruments are simple electronics – played, mixed, re-patched in their own trajectory of small sound, broken and accidental. Over the past few years he has been interested in presenting works, performing and recording in outdoor spaces. His focus is in the sustained, immersive, minimal soundscapes that interact within a defined space as well as an outside environment.
Geoff Mullen//
Geoff Mullen is an artist & musician from Providence, Rhode Island. Recent projects have included site-specific installation, sculpture, photography & video, collage, workshops, and performance. Geoff has presented work throughout the USA, Canada, and Europe—in venues ranging from concert halls, clubs, museums, galleries, basements, schools, streets, and city gardens. His music has been released on most available audio media, and he is the founder of Rare Youth, an independent record label dedicated to the support of local (RI) underground music. Geoff completed his MFA at Bard College, and has taught at the Massachusetts College of Art & Design and the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). He is currently based in Philadelphia, PA.
Alan F Jones (Dallas, TX, 1971) is a San Diego-based audio engineer, composer, and musician. An undersea acoustician, he has spent collective years underwater analyzing, studying and monitoring the acoustic environment of the world's oceans. Previous Philadelphia visits have included performances with Ethan Tripp, and as part of Steerage, with Barry Chabala. Al also runs the Marginal Frequency performance series and record label of the same name.
Reed Evan Rosenberg (New Jersey, 1986) works with sound, code, lighting and language, to create work that synthesizes his interests in noise, dynamical systems, science fiction, sublimated violence, puckishness and utopia-in-general.
Organized by Eric Laska
** This event is supported in part by The Swiss Arts Council**


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We recently returned from an amazing trip to Branson, Missouri where we spent five days exploring the beaches, mountains, caves, waterparks, amusement parks, wineries and more! With such a vast array of events, we needed to bring a lot of different types of clothes and a lot of toiletries and accessories! Three girls in the house means that we have a lot of stuff and little space to pack it in – so when we received the Evatex Travel Packing Cubes for review, I knew we had a winner!
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The Evatex Travel Packing Cubes come in four sizes and also come with a bonus shoe bag! These packing cubes fit nicely into one another (like nesting dolls!) for storage, and also stack well with on another when full. These packing cubes are sturdy, well-made and hold a ton! What I liked was that I could assign each person in the house, a packing cube based on their needs for toiletries. Of course, I had the biggest and was able to easily fit in my hair dryer, flat iron, makeup bag, shampoo, conditioner, toothbrush, toothpaste, lotions, face wash and a few other random items. Hubby received the next size and packed it full with this toiletries including his electric razor, body wash and some of his running accessories and then the girls received the last two sizes – one they filled with their bath products, hair things and lotions and the smallest one, they filled with their Littlest Pet Shop toys for ease of travel.


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Everyone now knows that the federal government wants to redefine marriage by June to include unions between same-sex partners. In order to do this, the government tabled Bill C-38 in the House of Commons on February 1, 2005.
There are many reasons for people of faith to say NO to this bill which, if passed, will radically change the institution of marriage to the point where its very nature, its meaning and its reason for existing will be lost. It will be replaced by something different.
But faith alone is not the only basis for marriage remaining what it has traditionally been. Whether they believe in God or not, Canadians have many human and natural reasons for not opening the door to same-sex marriages.
The issue here is not preventing same-sex partners from being together. The issue is whether the definition of marriage should be changed to include same-sex unions. What millions of Canadians – for whom the word "marriage" reflects a reality that is intrinsic to our nature as humans – are refusing to do is to accept that this word be redefined to include a whole other reality.
Refusing to accept same-sex marriage has nothing to do with egotism, discrimination, bigotry, intolerance or homophobia. It's a matter of common sense. The heterosexual definition of marriage must be preserved for the simple reason that it is based on the way things are.
Because the relationship of a man and woman committed in a marriage is the strongest core of the family, and because the family is the most vital unit in society, we run great risks in tinkering with the definition of marriage and the family.
It is important and urgent to reflect in depth on this question, to inform our family and friends, and to contact our Members of Parliament to express clearly and politely our concerns, our opinions and our convictions on Bill C-38. (Write to them at: Name of MP, House of Commons, Ottawa, Ontario, K1A 0A6; telephone them at their local riding offices.) It is our right and our responsibility as citizens to do so. The well-being of our children and grandchildren and of future generations is at stake.
Listed below in MARRIAGE MEMOS are some short answers to the main arguments being put forward by supporters of same-sex marriage.
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Conestoga High (CHS) Class of 2005 Alumni List
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Star Wars Ep. III: Revenge of the Sith was the top movie in theaters in 2005, with a lifetime gross of over $380,270,577. Among TV shows in 2005, American Idol was the most popular of the year.
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The Conestoga High Berwyn, PA class of '05 alumni are listed below. These are former students from Conestoga in Berwyn, PA who graduated in 2005. Alumni listings below have either been searched for or they registered as members of this directory.
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B & H Contruction says "there are different steps of hiring roofers for the roofing services in your commercial and residential property but the most important step is to collect the names of roofers who are located in your area." You can also get recommendations from your family and friends as they will offer you help you by recommending the names of some of the most reliable and reputable roofers. When you get references for the roofing project, it will become easier for you to select the roofing professional that you are looking for as it will make the roofing task simple and cost-effective. They just added Flat & Metal Roofing Baton Rouge!


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University Belt
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The University Belt is the unofficial name of a de facto subdistrict in Manila, Philippines. It refers to the area where there is a high concentration or a cluster of colleges and universities in the city.
The University Belt is commonly understood as the one located, mainly, in San Miguel district. But technically it also includes nearby Sampaloc, Quiapo, and Santa Cruz. Generally, it includes the western end of España Boulevard, Nicanor B. Reyes Street (formerly Morayta Street), the eastern end of Recto Avenue (formerly Azcarraga Street), Legarda Street, Mendiola Street, and the different side streets. Each of the colleges and universities found here are at a short walking distance of each other.
However, Manila also has other clusters of universities and colleges, such as the one found in the long stretch of Taft Avenue from Ermita through Malate, although not as compact, and another one found inside the walled city of Intramuros, although not as many as the one found in San Miguel.
Nevertheless, the three clusters are close enough together that many consider it as one huge University Belt. All are found within no more than four miles (six kilometers), in an irregular crescent string shape, across seven of the sixteen districts of Manila.
University Belt[edit]
Major universities and colleges located in Sampaloc, Quiapo, Santa Cruz, Santa Mesa, and San Miguel:
- Arellano University
- Centro Escolar University
- College of the Holy Spirit Manila
- De Ocampo Memorial Colleges
- Eulogio "Amang" Rodriguez Institute of Science and Technology
- Far Eastern University
- FEATI University
- Guzman College of Science and Technology
- La Consolacion College Manila
- Manila Business College
- Manila Law College
- Manuel L. Quezon University
- Mary Chiles College
- National Teachers College
- National University (Philippines)
- Perpetual Help College of Manila
- Philippine College of Criminology
- Philippine College of Health Sciences
- Philippine School of Business Administration
- PMI Colleges (formerly Philippine Maritime Institute)
- Polytechnic University of the Philippines
- Saint Jude College
- Saint Rita College (Manila)
- San Beda University
- San Sebastian College – Recoletos de Manila
- Santa Catalina College
- STI College Recto Campus
- Technological Institute of the Philippines
- University of the East
- University of Manila
- University of Santo Tomas
The University Belt is near the Malacañang Palace, thus, protesters would often pass by the colleges and universities on their way to Mendiola Street and the Chino Roces Bridge, a frequent venue of rallies.
Taft Avenue[edit]
All institutions are all located along or near Taft Avenue stretching from Ermita to Malate, with a distance long of 2.25 miles (3.60 kilometers) from Universidad de Manila in the north to De La Salle University in the south.
- Adamson University
- De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde
- De La Salle University
- Emilio Aguinaldo College
- Philippine Christian University
- Philippine Normal University
- Philippine Women's University
- Saint Paul University Manila
- Santa Isabel College Manila
- St. Scholastica's College Manila
- Technological University of the Philippines
- Universidad de Manila
- University of the Philippines Manila
All institutions are located within the walled city of Intramuros. It also lies close in the northern tip of the Taft Ave. cluster.
- Colegio de San Juan de Letran
- Colegio de Santa Rosa
- Lyceum of the Philippines University
- Mapúa University
- Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila
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Best Cities to Visit in Europe Part Two
Dublin, Ireland: The capital of the Republic of Ireland, Dublin is an ancient city with a modern flair. Here, you can find structures dating back to the 12th century as well as some of the most modern hotels and innovative restaurants anywhere on the continent. If you're interested in history, a visit to Dublin Castle is first on the agenda. It was erected in the early 13th century on top of what was once the site of a Viking settlement. After Ireland gained independence in 1922, Dublin Castle ceased its royal function and became a tastefully appointed tourist destination.
If you're looking for something else to occupy your afternoon, be sure to take a tour of the infamous Guinness Storehouse, or stop for a drink at the iconic Temple Bar, which has been serving patrons since the 1300's!
Budapest, Hungary: The capital city of Hungary, Budapest is split in two by the River Danube, yet connected by the 19th century Chain Bridge. There is a funicular that transports people from the newer Castle Hill to the old town of Budha, where multiple museums await exploration. Here, you can visit a 13th century church along with visiting the city's history museum, which displays artifacts dating back to the Roman times. For an interesting experience, be sure to spend time at one of the city's many traditional Turkish bathhouses, such as the luxurious Gellert Bath and Spa Centre, which features a wave pool along with multiple saunas.
Lisbon, Portugal: This coastal capital city has everything from unbelievable architecture to fabulous museums, and even a suspension bridge! Take a visit to Saint George's castle and soak up the incredible views of the pastel colored houses in the old town, or hop upon one of the many trams for an easy way to get to the majority of the most popular spots in Lisbon. You cannot visit Lisbon without visiting some of the city's many landmarks, including the Torre de Belem, a tower situated on the Tagus River dating back to the 16th century, as well as the Alfalma District, which dates back to the Moorish era.
London, United Kingdom: You simply can't talk about must visit European cities without giving London a huge nod. This is the homeland of Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Hampton Court and Kensington Palace, where you can get a glimpse into history as well as education about the day to day life of the British monarchy. There is literally no end to the must-visit sites you can visit here. Spend an afternoon taking in the fresh air at Hyde Park, or visit the Tower of London, an impressive castle dating back to the Middle Ages which serves as the official resident of Her Royal Majesty, the Queen. There is also a wonderful aquarium located next to one of the city's most famous modern landmarks, the London Eye. This enormous Ferris wheel stands over 440 feet tall, and provides absolutely breathtaking views the entire trip!
Prague, Czech Republic: With a nickname like the City of a Hundred Spires, you can expect Prague to be absolutely gorgeous in its baroque architecture. Full of gorgeous cathedrals and picturesque views, this historical city has many different cultural attractions coupled with famous sites. While the Prague Castle is impressive and well worth a visit, one of the very first things you must do when visiting Prague is visit the Charles Bridge. Dating back to the 14th century, this bridge crosses the Vltava River and has statues of thirty different saints to keep you company as you travel from one end to the other. Prague is also home to the third-oldest astronomical clock in the entire world, dating back to the early 1400's.


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With the Davis Cup on the line, Radek Stepanek delivered again.
Stepanek gave the Czech Republic their second straight Davis Cup title on Sunday, sweeping past Dusan Lajovic in straight sets in the fifth and decisive match to secure a 3-2 win over Serbia in the final.
That made Stepanek the first player in the history of the tournament to decide two consecutive finals in the fifth match, having done the same against Spain's Nicolas Almagro last year.
"This is an amazing moment," said Stepanek, who beat the 117th-ranked Lajovic 6-3, 6-1, 6-1 after Novak Djokovic had leveled the series for Serbia at 2-2 earlier on Sunday.
The Czech veteran converted his first match point with a smash to send about a thousand visiting Czech fans at Belgrade Arena into wild celebrations as they blew trumpets and beat their drums.
Stepanek spread his hands on the court as Tomas Berdych and other Czech teammates jumped on him.
"It's difficult to find [the] right words for emotions I am going through now," Stepanek said. "It was a completely different experience than last year. I was very focused, concentrated, I knew what to do on court. We made history for our country today."
Last year's victory was the first for the Czech Republic as an independent nation. Serbia won their only crown in 2010, beating France in Belgrade.
Lajovic, who has a 5-12 record on the ATP Tour and had never played in the Davis Cup before this weekend, replaced Janko Tipsarevic, who missed the final with a heel injury.
He also lost his first singles match against Berdych on Friday — his first career best-of-five-sets match — and found himself thrust into by far the biggest match of his life against Stepanek.
The 23-year-old Serb started well, though, breaking Stepanek in the opening game of the match, but the 34-year-old Czech responded swiftly with two consecutive breaks to take a 5-2 lead.
Stepanek controlled the match from then on and broke Lajovic for 3-1 in the final set, then added another before serving out the match.
"I was fighting to my last breath, but obviously this wasn't enough," Lajovic said. "Of course, I am very disappointed. Right now I need to cool off my head and think what to do next."
Serbia captain Bogdan Obradovic said his team's chances of winning the title were crippled by Tipsarevic's injury and a 12-month doping ban against Viktor Troicki, who helped Serbia win their only title.
"We couldn't find the real replacement for the two, it was like playing tennis without one leg," Bogdanovic said. "Dusan is the young gun in our team. Hopefully, he is going to use the energy from the team and some experiences from those two matches for his career, even if it wasn't a success."
The Czech Republic got the crucial point in Saturday's doubles to go up 2-1. World No. 2 Djokovic then kept alive Serbia's hopes by beating Berdych 6-4, 7-6 (7/5), 6-2 earlier on Sunday to improve his career record against the Czech to 15-2.
"We both entered this match with a lot of tension," Djokovic said. "I managed to break his resistance in the second set."
Berdych was leading 5-4 in the second-set tiebreaker when he sent wide an easy backhand volley at the net. Then he lost a point on his serve and Djokovic took his first chance to serve out the set.
Djokovic, who improved his winning streak to 24 matches since losing the US Open final against Rafael Nadal in September, converted his first match point with an ace, bringing cheers from the 17,000-strong boisterous Serbian crowd at the arena.


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When it comes to Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) products, the rumors never stop coming.
Word is quickly spreading that Ticonderoga Securities is anticipating a 2011 release for an Apple television set. While this assertion should be taken with a grain of salt, we thought it was time to discuss the matter in-depth. Join myself and my colleague, Brandon Pilzner, as we dissect the prospect of an Apple television set, the company's future innovations, and the all-in-one solution that could provide the best of both worlds.
Premium Product, Premium Partnership?
Louis Bedigian: I find this whole thing is hard to believe. Apple currently sells its 27-inch Mac monitor for $1,000. I can buy an amazing 46-inch HDTV from Sony (NYSE: SNE) for that same price.
Brandon Pilzner: Right. I think Apple could partner with a TV manufacturer if it wants to be price competitive.
Louis Bedigian: I don't. Then Apple would have to share its profits.
Brandon Pilzner: So you think they will develop their own?
Louis Bedigian: I honestly don't think they'll get into the TV biz at all. For one thing, what are they going to call it? Apple Television? That won't go over well. Apple already makes a product called "Apple TV," and while Apple loyalists will deny it, selling two different products with a similar name would be a marketing disaster. Imagine a shopper going into Best Buy (NYSE: BBY) and asking for an "Apple TV," and the clerk says, "Uhh, do you want the set-top box or a television set?" I do not believe Apple would ever risk a scenario like that.
More importantly, there is a better alternative: upgrade the Apple TV set-top box to play App Store games. Next, build a special Apple TV App Store that plays high-end games comparable to Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. After that, release a full-fledged game console/movie playing/music streaming device that would cause Sony execs to remark, "Oh crap! It only does everything!"
Brandon Pilzner: Apple could easily change the name of Apple TV to "iTV" or give that name to the new product. Apple could also design a TV that was affordable and included all of those features, as some speculation suggests.
Louis Bedigian: That is true on the former note. iTV could actually work. But don't kid yourself into believing that an Apple-made television set would be affordable.
To be clear, $1,000 for a 27-inch monitor is not "affordable." At that price, we're looking at $1,500 and $2,000 for an Apple television set. No thanks.
Stiff Competition
Louis Bedigian: I do not believe Apple will be able to compete with Sony and Samsung on a picture-quality basis. Apple's screens would look great, but Sony is and has been the leader in this market – technologically, not in sales – for a long time.
Ultimately, if Apple is going to make a television, I think this prediction (or "rumor") will prove to be a few years ahead of its time.
Brandon Pilzner: Well, that's why Apple should partner with Sony or Samsung, though it probably won't. But I can see either scenario coming true. Partner up with a great manufacturer to allow for great quality while helping out a struggling company (in this case, Sony). In the past Apple liked to innovate on its own; however, if Apple wants to remain price-competitive – like it is with most of its other products – the company will likely partner up.
An Interactive Future
Louis Bedigian: If Apple started working on a video game-rooted Apple TV today, the product could launch long before Sony and Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) release their next consoles. The third Xbox and fourth PlayStation won't arrive for a very long time
Brandon Pilzner: True, and Apple has a cult-like following (myself included). So I believe if Apple added an App Store and a gaming platform to the Apple TV, we could see another major player to compete with the likes of Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT). That could be major news.
(To see about Microsoft and why everyone hates them, click here.)
Rumors. So Many Rumors! (And So Many Lies)
Louis Bedigian: It's important to remember that a lot of the Apple rumors prove to be false. MacBook Air did not get updated this month. MacBook Pros aren't being updated right now either. And, contrary to the persistent rumors, the iPad 3 is very unlikely to ship before January 2012.
Brandon Pilzner: Right. But I do believe an Apple television will EVENTUALLY happen, or a major upgrade to the current Apple TV. But as far as Apple rumors not being true, there have been multiple rumors about the iPhone 5, which looks to be coming out this September.
Louis Bedigian: I agree, all signs point to a September release for the iPhone 5. But as far as an Apple television set is concerned…we'll see. I firmly believe an upgraded Apple TV set-top box could deliver all of the speculated features without the risk of developing a brand-new TV set.
Brandon Pilzner: I believe that.
Louis Bedigian: Consumers will gladly spend $200 to $400 on a console that does what we want. But why pay $2,000 for a new TV if we don't need it? The glowing Apple logo isn't enough.
Also, in terms of innovation, Sony has an interesting option with its upcoming video game-specific television, which allows you to play games and movies in 3D or have a split-screen view for two players wearing 3D glasses. (With split-screen mode turned on, each player will see a different image.)
Brandon Pilzner: Yes, you have a good point. But it's all about being price-competitive. If Apple can make this television just a little more expensive than a normal TV, but way more interactive (including apps, gaming, and internet), that could be a hit, unlike the ill-fated the Google TV (NASDAQ: GOOG).
Another Angle
Louis Bedigian: Few consumers realize this, but the bulb within Apple's laptops does not contain any mercury. This is an important selling point for environmentalists and health-conscious individuals alike. Apple could use this and other environment-friendly features (I'm guessing that if the company designed a TV it would be very energy-efficient) to justify the higher-than-average retail price.
(To learn how to make money with real-time rumors from Benzinga, click here.)
Brandon Pilzner: Very true.


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These wholesome Apple Cinnamon Muffins are filled with whole wheat, fiber rich apples, pecans, dried cranberries and heart-healthy olive oil. While I first made them for a healthy snack for the girls, they have quickly become our favorite go-to breakfast on crazy mornings.
It's Muffin Monday peeps!! Who's excited?!?!
Nah.. you didn't miss anything, there really is no such thing. But in my world, there should always be a warm pan of muffins sitting on your counter and ready to eat on the most dreadful day of the week – Monday morning.
So glad we can agree on that!
But I'm taking it back, the most dreadful morning is ANY morning where your baby/toddler/kid doesn't sleep through the night and instead thinks it's time for a 2 o'clock crib dance party (thanks but no thanks Parker) or needs you and only you to put socks on their feet in the middle of the night (really Ellie REALLY?!?).
For us moms, dreadful mornings are probably happening more then once a week.
So to that, we can make these tasty muffins any day of the week! Score for us!
psssst.. you can also make these even if your baby/toddler/kid does sleep all the way through the night, but you only get to have one muffin;)
So while these muffins aren't nearly as glamours as some other apple cinnamon muffins out there on the web (see this or this recipe) where I want to lick the screen and then fall into a endless sugar coma.
Not that I don't want to have one of those muffins sitting next to me right now with my last cup of coffee for the day.
But have you ever given your toddler a muffin with a crumble topping?
Please do it at least once for funzies <—– and yes, I have a five year old slang vocab. Deal!
Toddlers tend to consume all of the crumble topping (I don't blame them in the slightest) and any crumble that doesn't get woofed into their tiny mouth falls onto your just vacuumed carpet (it is always on the JUST vacuumed carpet!) along with the entire remaining muffin. Then 20 minutes later, you have a little monster on your hands. Well, the little monster part usually happens for me regardless of crumble consumption, not saying a snack made entirely of sugar and butter helps any.
I like to think of these apple cinnamon muffins as not a piece of carb candy or dessert, but really as a humble wholesome harvest muffin that you can serve for a healthy breakfast or an any-time snack and feel good about it.
The kind that are so simple that they get overlooked in the apple muffin line up.
But don't let their humbleness fool you. These muffins have it going on.
Moist and tender with just enough crunchy and chewy goodies to keep your attention. They are filled with maybe a little too much cinnamon and allspice but rounded out with a good pour of heart-healthy olive oil.
Because putting some yummy goodies inside of a muffin is a must. MUST!
These muffins are so good that Ellie grabbed two of them from the muffin pan that was cooling on the counter and started nibbling on them while Parker was following her around the house acting like a freaked out muffin zombie… Graaaaph! Mufffiinnnnnn! Graaaaa!!! Minnnnnnneeee!
Nope. Sisters don't always share.
Apple Cinnamon Muffins
2 cups white whole wheat flour*
1/2 cup sugar**
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp allspice
1/3 cup olive oil
1 cup applesauce or apple puree
1 egg
1 apple, grated
1/2 cup chopped pecans***
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line or spray a standard or mini muffin pan.
2. Take the grated apple and layer between a couple paper towels, pressing down slightly to soak up some of their juices.
3. In a large bowl whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and allspice.
4. Add in olive oil, applesauce, egg and grated apple and mix until batter is just combined.
5. Stir in pecan and cranberries until just combined.
6. Evenly scoop batter into muffin tin, filling 3/4 of the way and bake for 25-30 minutes for standard muffins or until a toothpick comes out clean. For mini muffins bake for 20-22 minutes.
7. Let cool for 5 minutes and then transfer to a wire rack to cool the rest of the way.
Yield – 12 standard muffins or 36 mini muffins
Storage – 1 week in fridge or on counter in air-tight container. Will freeze well for 2 months.
* You can use whole wheat, white whole wheat, all-purpose or gluten free flour in this recipe.
**You can sub out the sugar for maple syrup or stevia but honey did not work for me in this recipe.
*** You can also use chopped walnuts, raisins and dried blueberries in this recipe. If you want a more densely filled muffin you can add up to 2 cups of extras for a more goodies per bite ratio:)


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Olde Brick House is equipped with high-speed, wireless Internet and any audio/video equipment needs can be accommodated.
Olde Brick House is the perfect venue for a wide array of events including:
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Samsung has started rolling out a new update for its first generation Galaxy Gear smartwatch that will upgrade the device to the Tizen operating system. The update comes with software version 18.104.22.168 for the Galaxy Gear with model number SM-V700.
The Tizen update brings features which were first introduced in the Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo, except the hardware dependent features such as the heart rate sensor.
Additionally, the Tizen software improves the performance as well as the battery life of the smartwatch. Among other notable features are the standalone music player (you can store music on the watch), customisable shortcuts for tap input and voice command in the camera.
Users can grab the update from the Samsung Kies server, or manually download it using the Odin flashing tool. Currently there is no information about the over the air update.
Upgrading the Galaxy Gear using Kies will wipe out all data of the watch. A warning screen will appear before the update begins to back up the data. Besides, the smartwatch needs to be paired with a smartphone or a tablet. Some third-party apps will not work after the update as those will be incompatible. Below are the firmware details for Tizen 188.8.131.52.
Firmware Details
Model: SM-V700
Model name: Galaxy Gear
Version: Tizen 126.96.36.199
Changelist: N/A
Those who wish to manually update the Galaxy Gear to Tizen software 22.214.171.124, may follow our step-y-step guide below.
IBTimes UK reminds its readers that it will not be held responsible for any mishap. Before flashing the stock firmware, users are advised to verify if their devices meet the following requirements.
1) Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Gear to connect the Android device with the computer.
2) Navigate to Settings>> Gear Info and tap few times on Software version. Go back and enable USB Debugging mode on Galaxy Gear.
3) As the tutorial is likely to wipe out all data of the watch, create a backup.
4) If the device powers off due to lack of battery while the installation process, it could damage the device. Therefore, the Galaxy Gear should have charge above 80% battery charge.
5) The device will lose custom ROM with the installation of official firmware. Also, the custom recovery will be replaced by the stock version.
7) The device will no longer belong to a rooted version with the installation of official firmware.
8) Tizen 22.214.171.124official firmware works only with Samsung Galaxy Gear SM-V700.
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How to install Tizen 22.214.171.124on Galaxy Gear SM-V700
Step-1: Extract the downloaded firmware zip using any extracting tool to get a .tar.md5 file with few other files, which are optional
Step-2: Extract the Odin zip to get Odin3 v.3.09.exe with few other files
Step-3: Switch off Galaxy Gear
Step-4: Place the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Home, Power and Volume Down button together
Step-5: Run Odin as Administrator on the computer
Step-6: Connect the Galaxy Gear to computer using USB cable while it is in Download mode. Wait for some time until Odin detects the device
Step-7: In Odin, click AP button and select the firmware file with .tar.md5 extension
Step-8: Enable Auto Reboot and F.Reset Time checkboxes in Odin. Ensure Re-Partition checkbox is not checked
Step-9: Verify everything and click the Start button in Odin. The installation process should begin now and take a few minutes to complete
Step-10: When the installation process is completed, the Galaxy Gear will restart automatically
Tizen 22.214.171.124 should now be installed on the Galaxy Gear. Navigate to Settings>> Gear info to verify the new software version.
Those who wish to root their Galaxy Gear may click here for a guide.
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Barnsgate has established itself over many years as one of the most popular wedding venues in East Sussex. The peaceful and romantic setting offers wonderful facilities and beautiful surroundings, with spectacular views over the open countryside and forest to the South Downs in the distance.
It makes the perfect venue for wedding receptions and civil ceremonies.
We can cater for up to 200 guests and all wedding parties can be assured of a warm welcome and friendly, professional service, excellent food and fine wines for the wedding breakfast, with the attention to detail that makes everyone feel relaxed and special – on this, the most memorable of days.
No two weddings are the same. Our expert team will advise and assist you to individually tailor your day – Whatever your requirements. To request more information, you can contact us through our website here and to view our brochures, you can use this linkLast Saturday was a wonderful occasion. We provided a carved buffet for the wedding breakfast, full use of our Ashdown suite and disco throughout the day and as the weather was good in the evening, we had our barbecue going for the day guests and any additional evening guests to enjoy also.
We hope you enjoyed the use of our venue. We wish you a lifetime of love and happiness together!


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Battle of the Bands: See Our Favorite Non-Traditional Wedding Rings
The code used to be simple: rock = engaged; gold band = married. But now a crop of designers are teaching traditional wedding rings new tricks with braided, broken, and cutout bands—because nuptials aren't the only cause for celebration. "These are for the other moments in your life that deserve to be commemorated," says Garland Collection's designer, Nicole Mann Novick. Here are four of our favorite non-traditional sparklers that will make you—and everyone else—do a double take.
1. This platinum and white diamond pave wrap claw "strikes a perfect balance between classic and tough," says designer Eva Fehren. "It's refined but always a little fierce, which makes it a perfect everyday piece of jewelry." ($7,250; available at Barneys New York, similar styles at barneys.com)
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In The Court of Appeals
Sabrina Nedrow, Appellant,
David Pruitt, d/b/a Bruns Real Estate Company, and Piedmont Natural Gas Company, Inc., Respondents.
Appeal From Greenville County
John W. Kittredge, Circuit Court Judge
Opinion No. 3045
Heard June 8, 1999 - Filed September 13, 1999
D. Garrison Hill and O.W. Bannister, Jr., both of Hill, Wyatt & Bannister, of Greenville, for appellant.
W. Francis Marion, Jr. and Christopher R. Antley, both of Haynsworth, Marion, McKay & Guerard; and W. Howard Boyd and C. William McGee, both of Gibbes, Gallivan, White & Boyd, all of Greenville, for respondents.
HUFF, J: Sabrina Nedrow sued David Pruitt, d/b/a Bruns Real Estate Company (Pruitt), and Piedmont Natural Gas Company, Inc. (Piedmont) alleging negligence and failure to make certain repairs as required by the Residential Landlord Tenant Act (RLTA) against Pruitt and breach of warranty and negligence against Piedmont. Only the claims of negligence were submitted to the jury, which found in favor of both defendants. Nedrow appeals, disputing the trial court's jury charges, the trial court's refusal to strike the defense of assumption of the risk, and the trial court's refusal to admit certain evidence. We reverse and remand.
A one-year lease was executed on January 28, 1993, between Nedrow and Pruitt. The lease provided, in part:
During the period of his tenancy Resident agrees to maintain this property in as good state as he finds it, ordinary wear and tear excepted; and will have repaired at his expense, any damage done to the water and electrical fixtures, replace broken glass, keep sinks, lavatories, commodes, and sewer lines open, repair any plumbing or heating equipment that may be damaged by his negligence. Resident will pay the first Sixty Dollars ($60.00) of any repairs.
Nedrow moved into the apartment in February, 1993. The apartment had a gas heater and a gas stove. She called Piedmont and requested the gas be turned on. One of the Piedmont employees that came to the apartment noticed one of two pieces of glass was missing from the front of the heater. The employee explained to Nedrow he had to turn off the gas because the heater was dangerous when missing the glass. Later that same day, Piedmont replaced the glass on the heater and indicated the heater was working properly.
About two weeks later, Nedrow discovered that one of the heater's elements was leaning on the glass and that the glass was cracked. Nedrow explained: "I cut the heater off immediately because I thought with the element leaning on the glass and the glass being cracked as hot as the elements got that it could fall through and catch the hardwood floors on fire." Nedrow's father later removed the glass and the element.
When Nedrow called Pruitt to tell him the glass was broken again, he agreed to pay for the cost of the glass but not for labor. She testified he told her to go to Piedmont to get the glass and install it herself. Pruitt testified they agreed Piedmont would replace the glass on the heater. Pruitt stated Nedrow would pay for the repair and he would pay for the glass. He testified Nedrow never indicated she was going to repair the heater herself.
Nedrow then visited Piedmont and gave an employee the serial number from her heater. An employee, Nelson Skelton, showed her two sizes of glass. Nedrow chose the larger piece.
Nedrow installed the elements and glass herself. The glass, however, was too small to cover the entire opening, leaving about a one and a half inch gap.
After many tries inserting [the glass] thinking I had inserted it improperly I chose to leave it that way because there was no flame on that corner of the left side. There was no flame if (sic) front of that gap there. . . When I put that glass on and I put the other two elements in, I intentionally pushed all four elements more to the right side because where the gap was there was no flame coming up.
She explained her reason for not exchanging the glass for a different size: "[I]t wasn't my responsibility. I thought if [Pruitt] didn't come and take care of it that it wasn't that much of a danger." Nedrow testified she told Pruitt the replacement glass did not fit properly, and he replied he would take care of it. Pruitt denied Nedrow alerted him about the ill-fitting glass. Pruitt did not inspect the heater. She explained she did not call Piedmont because, "I may have been able to afford it. . . But it was [Pruitt's] responsibility." (1)
Nedrow continued to use the heater. Nedrow explained that the elements "started shifting," and that she had to re-adjust them at least three or four times.
On February 28, 1994, while Nedrow was standing about one foot in front of the heater, her ankle-length nightgown caught fire. Nedrow became engulfed in flames, suffering first and second degree burns to her back, chest, and upper extremities.
After a trial on the merits, the jury returned a defense verdict. The first question on the special verdict form asked the jury: "Do you find that the Defendant David Pruitt was negligent and that such negligence proximately caused the Plaintiff's injuries?" The jury responded no. The second question asked: "Do you find that the Defendant Piedmont Natural Gas Company, Inc. was negligent and that such negligence proximately caused the Plaintiff's injuries?" Again, the jury responded no. The instructions on the verdict form provided: "If you answer No as to both Defendants, Stop and Deliberate No Further." The jury, therefore, never reached questions relating to Nedrow's negligence, assumption of the risk, or damages.
In an action at law, on appeal of a case tried by a jury, our jurisdiction extends only to correction of errors of law, and a factual finding of the jury will not be disturbed unless a review of the record discloses that there is no evidence which reasonably supports the jury's findings. Townes Associates, Ltd. v. City of Greenville, 266 S.C. 81, 221 S.E.2d 773 (1976).
Nedrow argues the trial judge erred in refusing to admit the proffered testimony of Nelson Skelton, an employee of Piedmont. Skelton sold Nedrow the replacement glass for the heater in October 1993.
Skelton tested positive for Valium use in December 1994. In his proffered testimony he said he took some of his wife's pills for "probably about a year, something like that, it was not an everyday thing, just when I couldn't rest." He acknowledged it "could have been possible" that he had taken some Valium on the day Nedrow purchased the glass replacement.
The trial court initially ruled the employee could testify in a "limited way" regarding the drug test and would permit the attorneys to impeach the employee with his proffered testimony if necessary. After an additional proffer, the trial court ruled he was not going to allow the evidence, ruling it would be prejudicial.
The trial judge has discretion concerning the admission of evidence and that ruling will not be disturbed on appeal absent an abuse of that discretion. Washington v. Whitaker, 317 S.C. 108, 451 S.E.2d 894 (1994). Evidence is relevant and admissible if it tends to establish or make more or less probable some matter in issue. Hoeffner v. Citadel, 311 S.C. 361, 429 S.E.2d 190 (1993); Rule 401, SCRE.
Nedrow testified she gave Skelton the necessary information to obtain glass for the heater, and he presented two pieces of glass for her to choose from. There was evidence that neither piece of glass corresponded to the model number Nedrow provided. Nedrow said he did not tell her to return the glass if it didn't fit the heater. Skelton testified that although he did not remember selling the glass to Nedrow, he always told customers to return the glass if it did not fit. Whether Skelton gave the correct glass to Nedrow and whether he told her to return it became issues at trial.
We recognize the trial judge's discretion, but in this instance we find the trial judge erred in refusing to admit the evidence of Skelton's use of Valium.(2) There was evidence Skelton may have taken Valium on the day he sold Nedrow the glass. The testimony of Skelton's use of Valium would have directly affected his credibility. The testimony tended to make more or less probable issues that were 'of consequence' to the determination of this action, and it should have been presented to the jury. We reverse the jury's verdict as to Piedmont.
Negligence actions, such as this one, may be brought under the RLTA. See Pryor v. Northwest Apartments, Ltd., 321 S.C. 524, 469 S.E.2d 630 (Ct. App. 1996); Watson v. Sellers, 299 S.C. 426, 385 S.E.2d 369 (Ct. App. 1989) (the RLTA creates a right in tort for breach of a duty owed by the landlord to the tenant). "As with any negligence action, plaintiff must establish (1) a duty of care owed by the defendant to the plaintiff; (2) a breach of that duty by a negligent act or omission; and (3) damage proximately resulting from the breach." Pryor, 321 S.C. at 528, 469 S.E.2d at 633 (citation omitted).
Nedrow argues the trial court erred in refusing to charge the jury that a landlord owes a non-delegable duty not to create unsafe conditions on the property and a duty to make sure any repairs he has undertaken are done properly. Nedrow relies on Durkin v. Hansen, 313 S.C. 343, 348, 437 S.E.2d 550, 553 (Ct. App. 1993) ("[A] landlord owes his tenants a non-delegable duty not to create unsafe conditions on premises and is thus vicariously liable for torts of his independent contractor.").
The landlord in Durkin hired a carpet cleaning service to clean a tenant's carpet.(3) The tenant slipped on a soapy substance left on the kitchen floor by the carpet cleaners. The court held that a non-delegable duty of reasonable care arose when the landlord undertook to clean the carpet. In its analysis, the court stated the general rule that a landlord is not liable for the negligence of an independent contractor. The court then noted an exception to the general rule, that a "person who delegates to an independent contractor an absolute duty owed to another person remains liable for the negligence of the independent contractor just as if the independent contractor were an employee." Durkin, 313 S.C. at 347, 437 S.E.2d at 553. In Durkin, the landlord's absolute duty arose when the landlord undertook the gratuitous carpet cleaning. Durkin, 313 S.C. at 348, 437 S.E.2d at 553.
In adopting the RLTA, the General Assembly expressly provided that the landlord has a duty to make all repairs and to do whatever is reasonably necessary to keep the premises in a fit and habitable condition. Watson, supra; S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40-440 (1991). Therefore, the RLTA placed an absolute duty on Pruitt to fix the heater.
"A landlord who employs an independent contractor to perform a duty which the landlord owes to his tenant to maintain the leased property in a reasonably safe condition is subject to liability to the tenant for physical harm caused by the contractor's failure to exercise reasonable care to make the leased property reasonably safe." Restatement (Second) of Property § 19.1 (1977). In Simmons v. Tuomey Regional Medical Center, 330 S.C. 115, 498 S.E.2d 408 (Ct. App. 1998) (hospitals have a non-delegable duty to render competent service to the patients of emergency rooms), cert. granted, (Apr. 8, 1999), this court noted the "real effect of finding a duty to be non-delegable is to render not the duty, but the liability, not delegable; the person subject to a non-delegable duty is certainly free to delegate the duty, but will be liable to third parties for any negligence of the delegatee, regardless of any fault on the part of the delegator." Id. at 123, 498 S.E.2d at 412 (citing Martin C. McWilliams, Jr. & Hamilton E. Russell, III, Hospital Liability for Torts of Independent Contractor Physicians, 47 S.C. L.Rev. 431, 452 (1996)).
Pruitt argues Durkin is not applicable to this case because he claims he did not attempt to repair the heater and he did not hire anyone to repair it. However, there is evidence in the record that Pruitt instructed Nedrow to hire Piedmont to repair the heater.(4)
We find the Durkin theory of liability is applicable to this case. Under the facts of this case, Pruitt had a non-delegable duty to use reasonable care to not create unsafe conditions on the premises. He is not insulated from liability through his attempt to use an independent contractor, Piedmont, to effect repairs on the heater.
The jury's verdict in favor of Pruitt is reversed.
Nedrow next challenges the trial court's charge regarding a tenant's failure to comply with S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40-510 (1991).(5) While Nedrow concedes the charge correctly states the law, she claims it was error to charge the statute in a negligence action by a tenant in a personal injury case. Nedrow contends that because Pruitt did not counterclaim or take other legal action against her, that the trial court "needlessly confused the jury" and gave Pruitt the benefit of the statute when no such benefit was envisioned by the legislature. We disagree.
After the trial court charged the jury, Nedrow did not object to the charge on § 27-40-510. During the jury's deliberation, they requested to be recharged on § 27-40-510. Nedrow objected after the jury was recharged. In light of the supreme court's recent decision in Keaton v. Greenville Hosp. System, 334 S.C. 488, 514 S.E.2d 570 (1999), Nedrow's on the record objection and trial court's ruling are sufficient to survive the preservation hurdle.
In Keaton, Keaton did not object to the questioned charge during a charging conference. Id. The court charged the jury, omitting the questioned charge. Id. The Hospital objected to the omission, then Keaton objected to the charge for the first time and explained his reasons. Id. The trial court overruled Keaton's objection, recharged the jury including the questioned charge, then instructed the jury to deliberate. Id. Thereafter, Keaton did not renew his objection. Id. The supreme court ruled the issue was preserved. Id. The supreme court quoted State v. Johnson, 333 S.C. 62, 65 n.1, 508 S.E.2d 29, 31 n.1 (1998): "where a party requests a jury charge and, after opportunity for discussion, the trial judge declines the charge, it is unnecessary, to preserve the point on appeal, to renew the request at [the] conclusion of the court's instruction." Nedrow's failure to renew her objection after the jury retired, therefore, does not prevent this court from reviewing the trial court's ruling.
Although Pruitt did not seek affirmative relief from Nedrow for failure to comply with the statutory provisions, he did claim comparative negligence on her part. The RLTA is a source of a duty that the jury may use to determine whether Nedrow was comparatively negligent. Only after finding Nedrow breached some duty could the jury have determined the parties' comparative negligence. Accordingly, we find no error.
Relying on Davenport v. Cotton Hope, 325 S.C. 507, 482 S.E.2d 569 (Ct. App. 1997), aff'd as modified, 333 S.C. 71, 508 S.E.2d 565 (1998),(6) Nedrow argues the trial court erred in denying Nedrow's motion to strike the defense of assumption of the risk. As a corollary to this argument, she argues the trial court erred by charging the defense. Davenport, however, applies only to causes of action accruing after the date of the supreme court opinion. Davenport, supra. Because Nedrow's injuries occurred before that date, Davenport does not apply.
REVERSED and REMANDED.
HOWELL, C.J., and HOWARD, J., concur.
1. The RLTA provides a comprehensive set of remedies available to a tenant when a landlord fails to meet his obligations. Pursuant to S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40-610 (1991), a tenant may, upon fourteen days written notice, terminate the rental agreement because of "noncompliance with § 27-40-440 materially affecting health and safety or the physical condition of the property". Moreover, a tenant may recover actual damages for noncompliance with § 27-40-440, and may recover reasonable attorney's fees if such noncompliance is wilful.
2. The trial judge properly refused to admit the testimony concerning Skelton's use of Cocaine and other disciplinary action taken against him.
3. The carpet cleaning was not requested by the tenant.
4. We recognize that a landlord and tenant may agree in writing that the tenant perform repairs under S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40-440(c). In the rental agreement, Pruitt and Nedrow agreed that Nedrow would repair items damaged by her negligence. It is a jury question as to whether this repair falls under that section of the rental agreement.
5. That provision requires a tenant, among other things, to:
(2) keep the dwelling unit and that part of the premises that he uses reasonably safe and reasonably clean . . .
(5) use in a reasonable manner all electrical, plumbing, sanitary, heating, ventilating, air-conditioning, and other facilities and appliances including elevators in the premises . . .
S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40-510 (1991).
6. The court of appeals held that assumption of the risk was no longer a complete defense to a negligence claim. Instead, based on the modified version of comparative negligence, it should be treated as another facet of comparative negligence rather than an absolute bar to recovery. Davenport, supra. The supreme court modified that holding noting that express and primary implied assumption of risk remain unaffected.(7)


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(Sharing 1st February 2011)
My father is out of the hospital today, and I am preparing my heart to equip myself ever more to fight the evil fangs of Satan. I am going to question the blatant truth in the spiritual realms. If I sound like I am writing from frustration, please understand that this is not so, because I write this after many hours of prayers, enjoying much heavenly assurance and power through confirming and testing the heart, so that I recall and see the despicable the spiritual slander that has been ongoing since the creation of the world.
Years in my father's church have made him so blind as to make him as much of a hell as a person who knows God as if he is worshipping a common Chinese religion. His heart is weeping not because his heart is not upright towards God, but because he sees he needs to be a nicer man towards man, and admires the exact opposite of what God desired. I am not criticizing my father, but I am crying for his soul. Who made him like this? I am my father's son, and I should know much better about my father than anyone.
I remembered how I loved my previous church so much so that I committed every of my life in. That time, though the church sang about "Jesus Who died on the cross, sins forgiven, and therefore, singing praises glory to His Name", I discovered a vast contrast of the grace in my heart of how I sing this song now and how I sing this song back then. When I sing this song now, my heart desired to fill this grace and truth of Christ daily, to become one with Christ in enjoying at the top of the mountain each day, and enjoyed the power of the gospel praying that the Spirit of evangelism may reach the unreached. Yet back in the past, when I sang the song, I remembered vividly that I was so wrong to weep when I sang because I saw I had not been a person meeting God's requirements, the love of Christ dying for me just made me not be able to see Him in the face, having an urge in my heart to lead a better Christian life, so that only after when I have done so, I can face the God Who died for me. Clearly in my heart back then, there were flashbacks of people who were really worse off than me in living their Christian life, yet a religious commitment in my heart to just only to face the commandments of God alone made me try hard to temporarily forget them, so that I could take in all the accusations into my heart, so that after the ordeal, I would feel I have offset the wrongs I have done, so that the power of the fear to do wrong again would come into my heart as a reminder so that I could do better next time. When I have done such a "prayer struggle of repentance", strangely, I saw more accusations, and I welcomed them more into my heart, and in areas I could do so, I would try to pray as if I am an angel of light that the other Christians I felt they were so wrong can have a better testimony in their life.
Do you see? I hope as I write out the past feelings, you could understand it is heaven and hell of a difference! I was living in hell back then, and it was actually the previous church environment which made me a Pharisee, someone who looks so committed and zealous on the outside, but someone who did not know God to be one with Him at all! I thank God that I had no power in my heart in the past, else I would become Satan's instrument to encourage other Christians to be the same shit as me! The messages of my previous were so close to the message of Christ, yet it is so paradoxically appearing right, but in fact totally wrong, in fact, being made an instrument of Satan!
What does God hate most? What is Satan's instrument? I began to understand in a much clearer light. God hates Satan because it masquerades as an angel of light as a Deceiver to deceive the ones who love God, who really want to follow His will, so that they get the opposite of what God really desires – not sacrifices, but a heart of abiding in Him.
How can a leader of a church get an eye disease? How can one receive so many illnesses in his body yet never fear God in condemning people who are not afraid of being in the wrong but only afraid of not walking with God? How can the family of God break up more and more?
I begin to understand why God made me read Psalm 52 to 58 these few weeks.
Ps 52
1 Why do you boast of evil, you mighty hero?
Why do you boast all day long,
you who are a disgrace in the eyes of God?
5 Surely God will bring you down to everlasting ruin:
He will snatch you up and pluck you from your tent;
he will uproot you from the land of the living.
6 The righteous will see and fear;
they will laugh at you, saying,
Ps 53
4 Do all these evildoers know nothing?
They devour my people as though eating bread;
they never call on God.
5 But there they are, overwhelmed with dread,
where there was nothing to dread.
Ps 54
3 Arrogant foes are attacking me;
ruthless people are trying to kill me—
people without regard for God.[i]
4 Surely God is my help;
the Lord is the one who sustains me.
5 Let evil recoil on those who slander me;
in your faithfulness destroy them.
Ps 55
1 Listen to my prayer, O God,
do not ignore my plea;
2 hear me and answer me.
My thoughts trouble me and I am distraught
3 because of what my enemy is saying,
because of the threats of the wicked;
for they bring down suffering on me
and assail me in their anger.
4 My heart is in anguish within me;
the terrors of death have fallen on me.
5 Fear and trembling have beset me;
horror has overwhelmed me.
9 Lord, confuse the wicked, confound their words,
for I see violence and strife in the city.
15 Let death take my enemies by surprise;
let them go down alive to the realm of the dead,
for evil finds lodging among them.
20 My companion attacks his friends;
he violates his covenant.
21 His talk is smooth as butter,
yet war is in his heart;
his words are more soothing than oil,
yet they are drawn swords.
Ps 56
5 All day long they twist my words;
all their schemes are for my ruin.
6 They conspire, they lurk,
they watch my steps,
hoping to take my life.
7 Because of their wickedness do not[o] let them escape;
in your anger, God, bring the nations down.
8 Record my misery;
list my tears on your scroll[p]—
are they not in your record?
9 Then my enemies will turn back
when I call for help.
By this I will know that God is for me.
Ps 57
6 They spread a net for my feet—
I was bowed down in distress.
They dug a pit in my path—
but they have fallen into it themselves.
7 My heart, O God, is steadfast,
my heart is steadfast;
I will sing and make music.
8 Awake, my soul!
Awake, harp and lyre!
I will awaken the dawn.
Ps 58
1 Do you rulers indeed speak justly?
Do you judge people with equity?
2 No, in your heart you devise injustice,
and your hands mete out violence on the earth.
3 Even from birth the wicked go astray;
from the womb they are wayward, spreading lies.
4 Their venom is like the venom of a snake,
like that of a cobra that has stopped its ears,
6 Break the teeth in their mouths, O God;
LORD, tear out the fangs of those lions!
7 Let them vanish like water that flows away;
when they draw the bow, let their arrows fall short.
8 May they be like a slug that melts away as it moves along,
like a stillborn child that never sees the sun.
9 Before your pots can feel the heat of the thorns—
whether they be green or dry—the wicked will be swept away.[v]
10 The righteous will be glad when they are avenged,
when they dip their feet in the blood of the wicked.
11 Then people will say,
"Surely the righteous still are rewarded;
surely there is a God who judges the earth."
I was wondering how these words by David can be applied, how Jesus can come say to Pharisees, "You venomous vipers!" Now I understand why Satan cannot be shown mercy.
It is a spiritual battle ahead. to make my father understand. I cannot continue to remain in comfort, but a Christian living must be a bit anxious, because there is spiritual battle. This is about anxiousness to have the heart be ready, equip materials, equip messages, write blogs, intercede for people to understand to come near to God and Satan will then flee.


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"I am writing this letter about our experience with Don Gendron in marketing and selling our home. We had been trying to sell the home for about one year. The home was a custom built ranch that we had very little action on despite working with two different real estate agents. The first two agents just kept telling my wife and me to keep lowering the price. We had grown very impatient and after the last contract expired were trying to find the right agent for selling our home. We knew that the market was tough and that we were selling at the high end of the real estate market in CNY and without the right agent we would be in trouble.
At this point we had already moved most of your furniture to our new residence in Buffalo NY. I was going through the mail when I was home for the weekend and I saw a mailing from Mr. Gendron. The mailing said that he was looking for ranches to sell and it caught my attention. I called him and set up an appointment that would be convenient for me as I was working in Buffalo NY. Mr. Gendron came to the house and I was very impressed by the information that he supplied. He went over his sales record and talked about marketing our home and talked about his real estate experience and what he was finding in the market. He was not concerned about the market and was confident he could sell our home at or very near the listing price. I told him that we had already lowered the price over $30,000 and were not willing for that to be the selling strategy.
He looked at the house and then said that he would bring in his interior decorator, Christy, at his cost to give recommendations. He then said that if we listed with him he would be staging furniture that he had in storage to bring the qualities of our home out for the buyers. My wife followed Christy's recommendations on room colors and Don and Christy brought in furniture to augment the little furniture we had in the home.
The house went on the market and within one week we had an offer that was very close to the asking price and we had a sale. Don continued to work with us through the inspection and closing to make sure that things went well and they did.
Don and Christy had a clear plan and they certainly made the difference in selling our home. I strongly recommend them and I know they will work as hard selling every home they put on the market as they did on yours."
—John & Mary Phelan