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Hiring Professionals For Residential Wildlife Removal
Seeing animals can be nice. However, certain types of animals can cause problems if they get too close to your home. If you are seeing a lot of animals in your yard, you might want to hire experts that can remove them for you.
Hiring professionals for residential wildlife removal can help you to get rid of any pests. It can also help to keep the animals safe. Here are a few things you should know about removing wildlife from your yard.
It's Best To Act Quickly
The faster you act, the more likely it is that you will be able to resolve the problem for good. Once animals are used to your yard, they will keep coming back there again and again.
If you have someone remove the animals right away, the animals will learn that your yard isn't a safe place for them to be. They will stay out of your yard and stop causing trouble for you.
It's Not Too Late
If you didn't call for help right away, and are worried that you might not be able to solve your problem, you should know that it isn't too late. You can still have someone come out and take care of the animal problem for you.
When you talk to removal experts, you should try to explain the problem to them. Tell them how long the animal has been in your yard, and let them know how frequently they appear there. They'll work with you to keep the animals from coming back.
Animals Can Be A Safety Concern
Even if animals look cute, they could be a real source of danger to you. If the animals attack or bite someone that is in your yard, they could be seriously injured.
If you care about the safety of the people in your yard, you need to make sure you get rid of any pesky wildlife. If you call someone right away, they will be able to take care of the animals before any problems occur.
They Can Remove The Wildlife In A Humane Way
Naturally, you won't want to harm the animals that have entered your yard. Instead, you will want to make sure that they don't cause problems for you in the future. Professionals know how to get rid of animals without injuring them.
There are plenty of humane ways to get wildlife out of your yard, and experts are aware of all of them. They will come up with a method that is fast, effective, and completely safe. You won't have to feel guilty about bringing in pros; you'll know that you need the right thing.
If you are having problems with animals, you need to find someone that can take care of your issues. Hire professionals for residential wildlife removal, and your animal issues will become a thing of the past. When you look into your yard, you won't see anything that isn't supposed to be there. Wildlife will stay out of your yard and where it belongs.
For more information on wildlife removal, please go to ccfftoronto.ca.


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Thursday, 15 May 2008
Mike White: everybody warm up your prayer engines.
A fourteen-year-old named Mike White died in a Korean sauna in Daegu last Saturday; he coughed and retched in the sauna, and then passed out; the sauna owners neglected to call his mother (who was highly trained in first aid), phoned the ambulance and reported him as already dead (so they came slowly instead of quickly, and ill-equipped to resuscitate him), and basically bungled the situation so badly that a fourteen-year-old kid died needlessly.
It's a tragedy, and maybe also a travesty, that staff at a sauna -- where pools of water, powerful water-pumps, running kids, slippery surfaces, hard edges, old men, high temperatures, and sometimes alcohol, mix, were so ill prepared for such a scenario, and responded so half-heartedly, and I hope there is a thorough investigation into this poor kid's death, and that those to blame are held responsible. His mother, Stephannie, is devastated (of course).
Police in Korea are getting a reputation for needing their arms twisted before they try to get to the bottom of things, as evidenced here, and it seems, for trying to wiggle out of doing their due diligence on the "sounds too much like work" defense when they can: when Bill Kapoun died in a suspicious fire not long ago, according to the Save Bill Kapoun facebook page,"[Bill's family] had to sign papers terminating the investigation in order to have Billy's body released," so it remains unknown whether Bill's death was caused by accident or arson. Easier to close the file than to ensure justice is served if was arson.
You can read more about Michael and the White family's situation here, here , here (on facebook), and here.
There are compassion vigils planned in Seoul, and by the sauna where he died. If you live nearby, think about going. Let's not have this one buried and forgotten, too.
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I'm humbled by the outreach I've seen in reaction to Mike's death. I dont know how I could ever thank everyone enough for helping me spreas the word about this~trying to raise awareness and put pressure on the police via the media. Today, I was interviewed by a Korean Language daily and tomorrow a TV station wants to set up an interview. With increased media exposure, Mike has a chance for justice. All this could not have been possible without the help of the bloggers out there who spread the word & got the attention needed to bring in the crowds at the two vigils so far. The fight for justice has just begun. I can only say thank you from the shards of my shattered heart. ~ Mike's Mom (stephannie)
- 18 May 2008 at 23:03
- Roboseyo said...
Stephannie, it's the least we can do here in Korea for us expats to look out for each other.
Please keep us posted on how we can help more.
- 19 May 2008 at 14:24

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Client Support
Hurting to Healing Client Support is a new, pilot project that we have implemented in response to feedback from our clients.
Through our experience of working with survivors of childhood abuse, we understand that many often lack the knowledge or confidence of how to take care of themselves and their families. A number of our clients disclose that they experience problems coping with day to day life, which can have serious consequences on their security and well being.
The "red tape" involved in contacting the agencies and services that our clients need to access can be experienced as daunting and overwhelming, causing increased fear and withdrawal away from what is needed. This can have a negative impact on their mental and physical health.
Some of our clients disclose that they struggle to manage finances, experience difficulties with debt, benefits, the NHS, the police, Social security departments, Social services, schools, social housing, and trouble with neighbours. When survivors of abuse are parents, these struggles can have worrying consequences for their family's security.
Sometimes, a client might remain stuck and feel overwhelmed, simply because they don't know what their options are; they may feel that they don't have a right to speak up, that no one will listen to them or take them seriously. They may feel ashamed and full of self-blame for not being able to cope. Or, they don't know how to ask the necessary questions or where to go to find the answer.
How does a client access Client Support?
In consultation with the client, the Hurting to Healing counsellor will refer their client to the client support service, when they have concerns about how a client is managing specific life problems, which are having a destructive impact on the person's recovery process.
After receiving a referral from the counsellor, a Client Support volunteer will contact the client as soon as possible.
The client is given the client support volunteer's mobile phone number to which they can send texts. Client support will respond within 24 hours. The support worker may need to meet with the client outside Seaforth house in order to attend meetings with outside agencies, to discuss the clients needs etc, but this will always be in a public place, and never at the client's home.
The client support volunteer will meet with the client, complete a referral form, keep a log of contact with the client, texts, meetings etc. All records of interactions will be shared with the client's Hurting to Healing counsellor and the client support volunteer's supervisor. The counsellor will always be fully informed of interactions with the client. The client support volunteer will participate in regular supervision of their interactions with clients.
What happens in a client support meeting?
In client support meetings, the Hurting to Healing client support volunteer:
Helps the client to clarify the current, main struggles that they have coping with the practicalities of life
Assists the client to identify what their options are
Assists and empowers the client to contact the necessary people/organisations and help them to have a voice on their own behalf.
Client support volunteers will write up an outcome report on their contact with clients and the service will be regularly reviewed, evaluated and improved as appropriate.
Funding for Client Support
We are in the process of seeking funding for this project.
Additional support needed by Hurting to Healing clients
Client support volunteer to accompany a client to playgroup meetings organised by health visitors or social workers
A satellite Hurting to Healing counseling service where the Hurting to Healing counsellor provids counseling sessions within a play group service or doctor's surgery close to the client's home.
Support volunteer to accompany the client to the police station or court or other official meeting or hearing
Transport service for those clients who struggle with public transport.
Would you like to get involved as a Client Support Volunteer?
Please contact our Service Director, Dr Zoë Pool at email: email@example.com or Tel: 01202 732424


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Our Mission
The Eastern-Strait Regional Enterprise Network has been created by the Towns of Antigonish, Port Hawkesbury, and Mulgrave and the Municipalities of Antigonish, Guysborough and St. Mary's, as well as the Province of Nova Scotia.
We work with partners to provide regional economic development leadership in the Eastern Strait Region of NS. Our approach is strategic and driven by business.
ESREN is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, comprised of leaders in the business community, who provide strategic leadership to the organization. The executive committee of the ESREN Board of Directors consists of a Chair, Vice-chair, and finance committee.
The Board reports to the Liaison Oversight Committee who represent our stakeholders and partners and ensure that we are exercising fiscal prudence and transparency.


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DALLAS, TX, Oct 21, 2016 – Beck Technology, leading software and service firm for the commercial construction industry, announced that Balfour Beatty Construction US has selected DESTINI Estimator software to provide intelligent estimating technology via an enterprise licensing deal. The three-year software agreement includes implementation services to ensure a seamless rollout and quickly optimize use of the software's extensive capabilities.
"DESTINI Estimator will provide Balfour Beatty with a best-of-class estimating platform as well as provide us with other key capabilities, such as 2D quantity take-off, model-based estimating, historical cost tracking, and conceptual estimating. Having all of these capabilities rolled into one solution will improve our operational efficiencies and reduce cost by eliminating other technology investments," noted Kasey Bevans, chief information officer for Balfour Beatty.
To introduce the software across the Balfour Beatty enterprise, Beck Technology will conduct a phased approach with the initial focus on a core group of estimators, followed by a regional deployment strategy. This best-practice approach will engage key leaders to support companywide rollout of DESTINI Estimator.
"Our phased implementation will allow Balfour Beatty to create 'super users' inside their organization who will have both the technical and estimating expertise to rapidly spread the adoption of intelligent estimating in all locations," said Stewart Carroll, Beck Technology's COO. "With Balfour Beatty's U.S. operations based right here in Dallas, we're looking forward to a longstanding partnership with one of the most well-regarded building contractors worldwide."
An industry leader for more than 80 years, Balfour Beatty Construction US provides general contracting, at-risk construction management, and design-build services for a wide variety of markets, serving clients in both the public and private sectors. The company is the U.S. subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc, a leading international infrastructure group that finances, develops, builds, and maintains complex building programs focused on social and commercial buildings, power and utility systems, and transportation. Consistently ranked among the nation's largest building contractors, Balfour Beatty Construction US has been cited as a Top 10 Domestic Building Contractor and Top 10 Green Builder by Engineering News-Record.
About DESTINI Suite
The innovation behind Beck Technology stems from DESTINI: design estimation integration initiative. DESTINI Profiler and DESTINI Estimator share a common cost database schema, allowing companies to manage a single database platform for both conceptual and detailed estimating. DESTINI Profiler outputs can be opened in DESTINI Estimator and form the basis of the downstream estimating process. Alternatively, DESTINI Estimator can be used from the beginning of the project through project completion.
About Beck Technology
Beck Technology empowers the AEC industry to make smarter choices through innovative software solutions and expert consulting. The technology provides integrated costing, transparency, and collaboration and improves estimating speed and accuracy. DESTINI Profiler software, a decision-making and modeling tool, is used by 40 percent of the ENR Top 400 General Contractors, and DESTINI Estimator software is the only purpose-built platform created exclusively for architects, owners, and developers.
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The Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian People (CEIRPP), a forum for anti-Israel rhetoric that represents the worst example of institutionalized anti-Israel bias in the United Nations, concluded a two-day conference at UNESCO headquarters in Paris on May 31.
This year's meeting, ostensibly on "The Role of Youth and Women in the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine," was another typical display of the CEIRPP's attempt to portray a highly distorted image of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
In typical bait-and-switch fashion, CEIRPP's press statement misleadingly billed the gathering as "an international meeting in support of the Israeli-Palestinian peace-process," with UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon delivering a pro-peace video message to those gathered. Yet, as usual, the actual agenda was generally highly critical of the Jewish State, with speakers resorting to placing the onus of the blame for the Palestinian situation and the current stalemate in the negotiating process on Israel, while failing to offer serious constructive methods to address the challenges of the peace process.
CEIRPP, the only United Nations organ devoted to a specific people, is the single most prolific source of material bearing the official imprimatur of the U.N. which maligns and debases the Jewish State.
In a 2009 report, ADL highlighted CEIRPP's UN funded anti-Israel agenda and activities, calling the committee an anachronism. ADL has repeatedly urged the UN to defund and disband it.


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Jim Steinman -
Critically Acclaimed
The New York Times:
"The hottest writer/producer in pop music today."
The Los Angeles Times:
"The Richard Wagner of Rock and Roll...Breathtakingly excessive."
The London Daily Mirror:
"Rock's most charismatic, extreme and talented producer..."
RAW Magazine:
"Sheer Genius...Baroque eroticism...Jim Steinman is to Hard Rock what the late director Alfred Hitchcock was to the thriller movie."
Sounds Magazine:
"Steinman never cared much for credibility- in-credibility, now that's more the ticket. And it's surely only right for him to remain utterly over the top and on his own. In the realms of rock theater, Jim Steinman is unique."
Melody Maker:
"Steinman demands that his subjects hollow themselves out in much the same way as the Italian film director Federico Fellini insists that actors are and should be the medium between his fantasies and the rest of the world. In this sense, Steinmans' not simply a songwriter or a producer but a director of theater."
Kerrang! Magazine:
"Jim Steinman is a man who accepted excess into his heart in the way a Christian must accept God into his soul...Probably the ultimate definition of the genius-as-madman producer since Phil Spector...creator of the most gloriously pounding, emotionally derailed, headily deranged, chrome hard, wildly demented, madly powerful, too real, wholly unreal, sexually monumental, totally melodramatic all-time masterpiece albums ever made."
Q Magazine:
"Nobody writes songs like Jim Steinman: he is perhaps the lost genius of pop, stranded - lamentably unlauded - in a world of rock with opera's attitude, where life has stopped at the point of adolescence that childhood dreams are shattered. It's how 'soul' music should have turned out: every chorus is like losing your virginity, every verse is like killing your parents. It's as if Phil Spector and Richard Wagner were making records together."
New Musical Express:
"If God made albums, they would probably sound a lot like Steinman's."


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Too Many Products Contain Rancid Oils...
As a maker, I am always curious about other brands' ingredients, their processes and packaging. I love to see, touch, and smell what other people are doing. I know it looks glamourous from the outside, but making products that you can be proud of, on the inside, is a lot of crucial decision making, hard work, and expense. Good skin care products will contain a fair amount of oil in them. Oils are usually about half of the ingredients for face creams and body lotions, while a good serum is almost all, if not all, oil. So, with such a concentrated amount of one ingredient in a product, it is important that you as a consumer be educated about the importance of the quality of that ingredient.
Not All Oils Are Created Equal
Cold pressed oils retain their nutrient value, including their innate oxidative protective... vitamin E! Vitamin E is a fat soluble nutrient that has antioxidant properties, which protect cells from the effects of free radicals. Free radicals are toxic byproducts of oxygen metabolism that can cause damage to living cells and tissue in our body. It is the nutrients in our foods that protect our cells from the damage of free radicals. Studies have also shown that Vitamin E taken internally and applied topically are effective in protecting the skin against the early damage introduced by ultraviolet radiation.
If the oil ingredients in the products you are using are not natural, cold pressed oils, the vitamin E content will be too low to protect the product from easily becoming rancid. Add to this, products that are put in clear glass containers, or plastic, are even more at risk. Heat and sunlight are a big factor in oxidizing oil ingredients.
Rancid oils pose a big health risk and should be considered toxic. When rancid oils are eaten or applied to the skin, free radical damage to the cells is increased. It is well known in natural medical circles, that rancid oils are considered carcinogenic, pro-inflammatory and very toxic.
Most oils should have very little odor. The nut oils should have a sweet nutty smell. The best description of the smell of rancid oil is to think about the smell of a melting crayon. Rancid oils have a sharp, unpleasant, metallic, or bitter smell. Even when a product has fragrance or essential oils, you can perceive the smell of rancidity in the oils contained in a product.
Have you ever wondered why water is usually the first ingredient in your skin care, or body care, product. If water is not the first ingredient, it is almost always in the top 3. When most skin care lines have their products manufactured for them, these products are made in huge batches. When these big batch products are made, they are typically made with inexpensive man made ingredients. To these base creams, companies add lovely things like plant infusions, nutrients, and essential oils, but this doesn't change the core of the product. To make a cream, you need 3 main parts. The first part is water, the second part is oil, and the third part is wax. The water, the wax, and the oils are heated separately and then blended together. Wax is used as an emulsifier - without it, the water and oil will separate. Most often the oils and waxes that are used are man made petroleum products. These man made chemicals are known endorcrine disrupters, and they tend to build up in our body tissues.
Everything leaves a trace of its existence, and the traces of all beings, all objects, all life, are recorded in the water.
As we discussed in the previous blog, water has a crystalline structure that can hold memory. When water comes from clean sources, when it runs clean and is living, its crystalline structure is beautiful and healthy. Michael Standther speaks eloquently regarding the power of water, "because water has such great powers of absorption, it is a treasure trove of innumerable secrets. The whole of the history of mankind is recorded in the lakes, rivers, and oceans of the world. Everything leaves a trace of its existence, and the traces of all beings, all objects, all life, are recorded in the water. It is a supremely magical medium, which permeates and impregnates the universe. If you listen to a drop of water it will speak to you." And the Kogi tribes say that water is a living, thinking being. They see streams as a baby, rivers as adults, and the ocean as the great all powerful One.
If you wonder why water is the most abundant ingredient in your product, the simple answer is, its cheap!
I feel it is safe to say that the water used in most products in not clean, living water. I would bet that most of the water used is from the tap, or distilled tap water. If you wonder why water is the most abundant ingredient in your product, the simple answer is, its cheap! Not many companies would take the time and effort to source spring waters, which are the most pure water sources available to us. This is what sets EAA apart from almost every other skin care brand available.
We use hydrosols distilled from fresh spring water in all of our products.
I look forward to sharing more detailed information about the healing powers of hydrosols in my next blog post, so keep reading, and please share my blog post, and Essential Apothecary Alchemist products, with those you love.
Nutrition experts tell us that we should be consuming ½ of our body weight in ounces every day. To do that takes a lot of commitment, but if you do, your body processes work a lot better. Staying hydrated will help to lubricate your joints, cushion your brain, help to detox your body, improve your digestion and the processing of nutrients, increase elasticity in the skin, and delay signs of aging. Water is an essential nutrient!
I have always felt that humans are too adaptable. We adapt so easily that we become indifferent to a multitude of things that may possibly lead to our demise. Humans tend to put so many aspects of their lives into the back of their minds to revisit later, along with a million other things they choose to ignore.
I would like to help you unearth one of those buried items, so that you, as a consumer, can now make a more conscious choice about what you want to do about your consumption of products that use plastic containers.
Plastic is cheap to produce, it is light weight, it is easy to manipulate into an infinite range of colors and shapes, and it is toxic. Because of its toxicity, it is linked with severe health effects such as endocrine disruption (it mimics estrogen), reproductive issues, decreased sex hormones, impaired immunity, cancer, birth defects, insulin resistance, liver damage …
Plastic is not inert, and the process of chemicals moving from a container into your product is called leaching or migration. If your product is in contact with plastic, the chemicals in the plastic are leaching into your product. And, anything you put on your skin absorbs into your body the same as if was ingested. If this wasn't enough, the plastic that ends up in the landfills, eventually ends up in our water. There is an enormous quantity of plastics produced worldwide. Over 300 million metric tons of plastics are produced annually. Nearly half of this number accounts for the disposable containers that are discarded within a year of purchase.
Pervasive use of phthalates (a common substance used in plastic manufacturing) in the containers used for our personal care products has resulted in widespread exposure. Dermal exposure is a significant route for this toxin to enter delicate physical systems.
A 2011 study conducted by the Environmental Health Perspectives states, "Almost all commercially available plastic products we sampled—independent of the type of resin, product, or retail source—leached chemicals having reliably detectable EA (Chemicals that mimic or antagonize the actions of naturally occurring estrogens are defined as having estrogenic activity or EA), including those advertised as BPA free. In some cases, BPA-free products released chemicals having more EA than did BPA-containing products." I would assume from reading this study and its findings, all products stored in plastic containers are NOT safe, if you don't want to consume plastic.
Let's take a deeper look at the ingredients in most common plastic containers.
Phthalic acid: a common ingredient in most plastic and has been found to be very toxic. It is hazardous when it comes into contact with the skin or inhaled.
Phthalic acid acts as a corrosive to our tissues. This chemical causes inflammation and can cause blistering on the skin.
Phthalic acid has been shown to cause skin destruction or dermatitis. Polyethylene Terephthalate can leach antimony (metal) which is used during its manufacturing. The longer the substance is exposed to the PET container, the higher the levels of antimony were found. Temperature, sunlight exposure, and pH levels also contribute to the leaching effect. Bromine has also been found in PET bottles. Bromine is a known central nervous system depressant.
We surely can't avoid all plastic these days, but we can as consumers be more mindful of purchasing products that value their ingredients enough to put them in glass bottles and jars. It can take anywhere from 100 to 1000 years for plastic to degrade. Studies have also shown that up to a million sea creatures are being killed every year from plastic and plastic contamination.
This conscious consumption will also keep these toxins out of our landfills, out of our oceans, and out of our bodies. EAA uses a high quality glass that will not leach into the product.
Featured as a key ingredient in our Behave hair pomade, the essential oil of Bay Laurel is both antiseptic and antibiotic. Bay Laurel can protect wounds from infection, and inhibit the growth of bacteria. The astringent properties are able to prevent hair loss by strengthening the bond between the hair's root and our scalp. While promoting a discharge of toxins from the body and strengthening your immune system, the spicy and herbaceous scent of bay laurel will promote general wellness. The aroma of Bay Laurel will work to address anxiety, stress, and depression, by calming nervous tendencies.
BEHAVE has many uses as do most of our other products. Because we only use food grade organic ingredients, the aim is to nourish the skin. The organic beeswax provides a hydrating and softening barrier to the skin and hair. We use BEHAVE as a skin conditioner, especially in the dry winter months. It is great on chapped hands and we use it liberally on our elbows and feet.


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Monday, May 31, 2010
Sunday, May 30, 2010
tribal tattoo symbols
Lower Back Maori Tattoos
The prevailing tatuaggi tribali communicates individualism, grace and sophistication and are found to be pretty well-liked by all tattoo fans. A quick look at the foto tatuaggi Maori will tell you that they denote high regard, bravery and surrender as in the olden days getting a tattoo or tatuaggi was a very long and agonizing procedure. The tatuaggi Maori are very beautiful and imaginative and come shaped like a whirl or curve. Some of them are combined with Celtic tattoos to arrive at even better new patterns.
The tatuaggi Maori lines are known to be the major foundation of tribal arts all over the world as they have their own distinctiveness in the Polynesian arts. Rather than on the face, the tatuaggi tribali look very attractive on the shoulder. If you take a look at the tatuaggi Maori you will see that most of the tattoos are large or medium sized and are available in different shapes and colors or simply black and white depending on the taste of each lover of body art. Once you get your tattoos done, it is very expensive to reverse the process and also extremely painful, so make sure that you select the right tatuaggi tribali so you can be happy with it for life.
Elephant Tattoo Design
Tattoo Design Back Body Girl
Swallow Tattoo Design On Body Girl
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Dell Streak Specifications
"Dell Streak will be present with a combination of traditional smartphones and tablets big sail," said Ron Garriques, president of Communication Solutions Group, Dell, quoted from pages Cellular News, Wednesday. "The size is expected to offer a unique new experience for customers."
In addition to the big screen with a resolution of 480x800 pixels, this tablet smart phone comes with dimensions of 15.2 x 7.9 x 1 inches and weighs a little heavy, which is 220 grams. However, a large TFT screen that has the function of capacitive multi-touch and accelerometer sensors in the UI (user interface), it makes it look elegant.
Dell also pinned Streak 5 MP camera (2592 x 1944 pixels) equipped with an autofocus feature and dual LED flash to emit a brighter light. In addition, this product was immersed Android OS v1.6 (Cupcake), which can be upgraded to v2.2 (Froyo) and 1GHz processors QSD8250 Quacomm Snapdragon.
Any reliable connectivity capabilities. In addition to GPRS (32-48 kbps) and EDGE, Dell Streak also supports 7.2 Mbps HSDPA data access / HSUPA 5.76 Mbps, plus Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g, Bluetooth 2.1, and a mini USB 2.0
Unfortunately, battery powered device that reportedly Li-Ion 1530 mAh will only be circulated in the UK exclusively through O2 network next June. There has been no further official information from Dell and O2 related party pricing and availability outside the UK.
Samsung Gravity 3
Not much different from its predecessor, the Samsung Gravity 3 also still offer the phone with a sliding sideways and comes with Qwerty keyboard. Still, only three designs offered Gravity is sweeter than its predecessor.
For features, it looks like Samsung have been deliberately does not offer advanced features such as embedded in other series. This time, Samsung is only equipped to include 2MP camera with Flash, GPS, Bluetooth, IM, MMS, and did not miss a microSD memory card slot.
According to information, the Samsung Gravity 3 slides ready for the first time into the American market on June 23 coupled later with T-Mobile for sale.
But unfortunately, although Samsung Gravity 3 slides ready, but until recently Samsung has not provided information about the planned price of the phone will devoted to subjects that young. Thus, we can not give certainty what price will on Samsung Gravity 3.
In addition, we have not found any information about availability in Indonesia. So, for you young people who want to have a cool phone nan this style, you'll need a little patience and hope. Hopefully Samsung Gravity 3 could come to Indonesia in the near future.
Arm And Waist Sexy Girls Model Celebrities Punk With Tattoos
Chest And Arm Punk Girls With Swallow ANd Star Tattoo Designs
Arm Punk Girls With Small Stars Tattoo Designs
Modification Tattoo On Sexy Girl
Viking Tattoo Designs
Norse warriors were very practical people and their weapons' designs were usually rather simple. They valued usability, not spectacular effects. It is true that there are a few Viking Age images representing ceremonial helmets with two protrusions ending with birds' or snakes' heads, but they look altogether different and were not used in battles.
The same applies to wings. Helmets with wings are not historic. Vikings did not use them. A rather popular tattoo design is valkyrie wings based on the Max Payne movie. In that movie people see valkyries as male demonic creatures with wings. The fact is that in Norse mythology valkyries are female deities with no wings. They were pictured as serving drinking horns to warriors coming to Valhalla, a place where brave people came after their death.
The other thing to avoid in authentic Viking tattoo designs is the massive double axe. The axes used by Norsemen were rather light and used single-handed. In the period of transition from the Viking Age to Middle Ages, Scandinavians also used the so-called Dane axe, which was indeed large, but it was not double. No double-headed axe has been found from early medieval Europe.
A Norse inscription is perhaps the best way to make your Viking tattoo design truly unique. However, getting a correct inscription is a real challenge. I would advise to proceed as follows:
- Decide whether you'd like to have an inscription in runes or letters
- If you want it in runes, decide which runic system to use (there are several different runic alphabets)
- If you still want it in runes, decide if it will be in Old Norse or just English words in runes
If you want the inscription in runes and you've got the exact idea of what the inscription will be (you have the text in English or in Old Norse), then the next step is to decide which runes to use. The Elder Futhark was used by all Germanic tribes from the 2nd through the 8th centuries.
The Younger Futhark started to develop at the end of the 8th century and was accepted in the whole of Scandinavia by the 10th century. It existed in two versions: Long Branch and Short Twig Younger Futhark. You may also want to use Anglo-Saxon runes. There existed even a secret variant of runes called staveless runes.
Dita Von Tesse, Sexy Tattoo Girl
"You have to understand I was pretty eccentric. I was always drawing hearts and stars in that spot. I went in thinking I wanted a star there, but they wouldn't do it.
They were the voice of reason. They were so right."
Dita's beauty mark tattoo is not the only tattoo she thought about getting when she was younger. She had her heart set on getting seams tattooed on the back of her legs, to show the illusion she was wearing stockings all the time. But she came to her senses and decided against it.
"In the early nineties I almost got seams (tattooed) up the back of my legs but I'm so glad I didn't. Can you imagine how hard it would be to match up the seams with real stockings? It would have been a nightmare.
At that time I was researching everything about the forties, about how during World War II women would draw seams on. I thought, 'Wouldn't that be cool?' I had them henna tattooed on, but I never went all the way."
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"You have to understand I was pretty eccentric. I was always drawing hearts and stars in that spot. I went in thinking I wanted a star there, but they wouldn't do it.
They were the voice of reason. They were so right."
Dita's beauty mark tattoo is not the only tattoo she thought about getting when she was younger. She had her heart set on getting seams tattooed on the back of her legs, to show the illusion she was wearing stockings all the time. But she came to her senses and decided against it.
"In the early nineties I almost got seams (tattooed) up the back of my legs but I'm so glad I didn't. Can you imagine how hard it would be to match up the seams with real stockings? It would have been a nightmare.
At that time I was researching everything about the forties, about how during World War II women would draw seams on. I thought, 'Wouldn't that be cool?' I had them henna tattooed on, but I never went all the way."
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In the days of old, heroes were always accompanied by birds as they went in pursuit of fiends, ogres, dragons and monsters. In most tales of yore, the birds would fly ahead to spy and return to inform the hero of looming obstacles, thus bringing about the famous phrase, 'a little bird told me'!
Bird tattoos are also very popular due to their connection with religion as well as the mystical. Birds can be found in every era of history; stick figurines of birds have been discovered in the ancient Egyptian tombs in the pyramids, bedecking Arapaho Ghost Dance costumes, at African traditional rituals and weddings across all religions. Christian portrayals of cherubs and angels show them having wings, which are synonymous with birds. In almost all instances, birds are symbols of all the positive things in life, which is why many people tend to go for bird tattoo designs, especially for their first tattoos.
Generally, a bird tattoo design will consist of a pair of birds, depicted together. They tend to be opposites in characteristics; fair to dark, black to white, big to small. This merely shows the dual nature of the universe; where sadness exists, so does happiness. Where night exists, so does day. In other cases, good and evil are also portrayed by birds, for example, when we have a bird tattoo design of a bird fighting a serpent.
Decidedly, there are some implications to birds that are not completely normal. In China, the bird is called the niao, which also means penis, thereby bringing in sexual overtones into bird tattoos. Also, the double meaning of a cock as either a rooster or a penis dates back to eras past in the Rome of old. Some portrayals of birds are quite negative in impact. In Germany, to be insane can be put politely as to 'have a bird'! 'Bird-brain' is also one of the most famous insults in the Western World, although most people do not associate these negative impressions with bird tattoo designs


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Adam Eineving and the Flames will play their final event of the fall season this weekend at the Rod Myers Invitational, hosted by Duke.
2014 Rod Myers Invitational Live Stats
Liberty's men's golf team will finish up the fall portion of its 2014-15 schedule this weekend at the Rod Myers Invitational, an event hosted by Duke.
The two-day, 54-hole event, which honors the Blue Devil's former head men's golf coach Rod Myers, will be contested at the Duke University Golf Club on Saturday and Sunday.
This year will be the fifth year Duke has hosted the fall event and the host school has won two out of the four times on its home course (2011 and 2012). Iowa won the inaugural event in 2010, while Northwestern posted the winning score last year.
The Flames have participated in the event the last two seasons, finishing in fourth place in both 2012 and 2013.
Last year, Liberty posted a 5-over par 869 (294-282-293), while the team carded an 8-over par 872 (301-286-285) on the par-72, 7,154-track in 2012.
Only one of Liberty's players headed to this weekend's Rod Myers Invitational will have previous playing experience on the course. Mathieu Fenasse finished tied for 39th place last year with a 7-over par 223 (77-72-74).
Fenasse is coming off one of his top collegiate showings at Liberty, finishing tied for fifth place with a 2-under par 214 (72-72-70) at UAB's Shoal Creek Invitational.
It was his fifth career top five finish and marked his first under-par tournament score since claiming medalist honors at the 2013 Big South Men's Golf Championship.
Fenasse, who leads the team with a 75.17 season stroke average, was named the Big South Men's Golfer of the Week following the recent tournament showing.
The remainder of Liberty's starting five golfers this weekend will be seeing the Duke University Golf Club for the first time in their collegiate careers.
Also joining Fenasse this weekend will be sophomore Hutson Chandler (84.00), along with freshmen Adam Eineving (77.33), Mitchell Klooz (79.67) and Isaiah Logue (75.67) (season stroke averages).
Liberty is one of 12 teams in the field for this year's Rod Myers Invitational, which features three programs that finished in the top 50 in the country last year and two more in the top 75.
Included in this year's field are (final 2013-14 Golfstat team rankings): Baylor (No. 29), Liberty (No. 35), Iowa (No. 38), Northwestern (No. 60) and Charlotte (No. 61).
The 12-team field will play 36 holes on Saturday, with a staggered team start during the morning flight. The Flames will be paired with golfers from Iowa and Tulsa during the first two rounds of play, starting off play at the No. 1 tee at 8:53 a.m. on Saturday.
The final round of competition will begin at 7:55 a.m. on Sunday. Live stats for the two-day event will be provided by Golfstat.com.
2014 Rod Myers Invitational Field (Final Golfstat Team Rankings from 2013-14) Baylor (No. 29) Charlotte (No. 61) Dartmouth (No. 222) Duke (No. 89) East Carolina (No. 81) Iowa (No. 38) Liberty (No. 35) Michigan State (No. 130) North Carolina (No. 91) Northwestern (No. 60) Notre Dame (No. 101) Tulsa (No. 83)
Course Information: Duke University Golf Club (Durham, N.C.) Par 72, 7,154 yards
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Continuing from Part One, Two and Three.
Part Four – The Dragon, the supreme lord of the air.
Transforming into a Dragon was one of the primary forms which started my investigation into this set of blog posts. It is a favorite of mine. In older Ars Magica editions I've seen dragon forms in play through expensive Bjornaer Heartbeasts, and there has also been a few lengthy posts on the ArM forums about these style transformations.
In terms of physical shape a dragon might be viewed abstractly as giant lizard with wings and an extended tail. Certainly the European style dragons are meant to be monstrous, and come with a variety of limbs, claws, scales, and horns on their bodies.
(a) Winged Flight – the form can launch itself into the air and fly. For a very large form the wings will need to be large in comparison to the overall shape.
Aside – consider your troupe's approach to fantasy vs realism, or at least how cool really massive wings look when you as a Dragon swoop down to eat peasants, guards, and sheep. Some troupes might say that the wings need to be enormous, or that the dragon-form also has bird-like bones and muscles.
There is the option to say that along with the wings the dragon adds almost any sort of feint for explaining how they stay airborne, from bladders of lighter than air stuff, bird like bone density, etc.
Key in this ability is also to resolve the speed of the flight; 40-60 mph seems likely with dive speeds over 100-120 mph.
(b) Spiked Hide – as a further defensive feature the skin or hide of the form is covered in a variety of spikes, blades, and/or fins. When placed upon the limbs or tail they also form a natural weapon, which should strike as a large limb.
(c) Corrosive Blood – the form's blood is naturally corrosive. The blood inflicts +6 damage for each round of exposure.
(d) Tolerance for thin air and hostile conditions – the form has been designed so that it can breathe at very high altitude and also ignore the effects of long term exposure to the freezing winds, storms, and resistant to other environmental hazards such as desert conditions.
(e) Theatrical Flair – like the finishing touches in the Steed of Vengeance spell (MuAn in core rules), a swish of smoke, slightly glowing eyes, or other cosmetic touches add depth to the presentation of a form; and dragons are the right style beastie to have wonderful flourishes.
(f) Retractable Claws – subject to your tastes, the claws might be retractable. This means they should inflict less damage, but also add more utility to the "hands and fingers".
(g) Smell gold and other valuables – the form is attuned to smell noble metals and gems over a vast distance. This adds a creature Ability such as Hunt (Precious metals and gems).
(h) Venomous Bite or Stinger – the bite, claw, or tail contains a poison, akin to an asp. Ease Factor 9 and inflicting a Incapacitating wound.
The design of the transformation effect must increased to allow for the reference of many powers being both animalistic and aquatic in nature, which uses the Muto Corpus level 20 guideline.
Form of the Barbed Dragon
Muto Corpus / Animal 45, R: Personal, D: Sun, T: Ind
The caster is transformed into a large (up to size 7) dragon.
A crimson and gold thickly scaled serpentine body, covered in razor sharp barbs and tines. The barbs are much larger and thicker along it's back and spine, but small barbs cover the entire body except where joints fold. The form has two arms, a long neck, two legs, a set of broad wings, and a long spiked tail.
The physical form as the following aspects: Flying and tolerance for flying conditions, a spiked hide, corrosive blood, a venomous tail spike, and human-like speech.
(Base 20 size change into an aquatic for flying animal of max size +1, +2 D: Sun, +2 for an additional 6 size ranks, +1 for a limited set of physical abilities)
At size 7 this form is within the size range for other dragons and drakes in the the other books. With increasing spell magnitude other aspects of the previous monster forms could be added, or an increase in size. Even a much lower size variation would be a formidable foe and useful form for travel.


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Leila Aboulela's The Kindness of Enemies, her fifth novel, explores the complexities of loyalty, religion and nationalism, and the human yearning for belonging. The story is structured as two parallel narratives, a third person historical narrative set during the 19th century Caucasian war, and a contemporary narrative narrated in first person by Natasha Wilson, a thirty-something academic born to a Russian mother and a Sudanese father. Natasha describes herself as "a failed hybrid, made up of unalloyed selves" resenting both […]
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It has been awhile since I did a 'best of the brand' post! Today's post is all about one of my favorite brands, Make Up For Ever. I've tried enough products from the line to know what I like and dislike, so let's jump into it! These are in no particular order. 🙂
First up is the HD foundation, which I have a full review on. This is one of the most natural looking foundations I've ever used.
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Please do not give up, you can do it! Remember you are probably the one with the problem, not your dog. I don't mean that you need toilet training, but that you most likely need training in canine communication, so that you can effectively explain where and when he should expel the 'ugly'.
Is it possible to house train your dog effectively in 3 days? Yes, depending on various factors, but most of all you, so see if you can get it right. Don't give up! Give yourself at least one week to see a marked improvement and about two weeks to be sure that the toilet training habit is well entrenched. If you are conscientious and motivated and apply these practical housebreaking techniques, your training will be effective.The first 3 principles you need to apply when training a puppy or an adult dog to 'toilet' outside are:
Timing! Timing! Timing! Consistency and Persistence.
This will be explained...
We will start with the most important points for you to know for effectively house training your dog, then discuss in more detail how to apply this knowledge.
For quick toilet training, or any other training, you need to understand five basic points that your dog already knows:
1.) "Good boy!" In a sweet soft toned voice, accompanied with rewards, food, petting or play!
You may choose a different phrase, it really doesn't matter, it is more the tone of your voice
Always be quick to praise a dog for doing something right rather than quick to chastise him! This is important in order to give him confidence, he knows that there is a behavior that pleases you and he will try to understand what it is. This is referred to as positive reinforcement and a dog learns quickest this way.
2.) "No!" Learn to bark it. The important thing is to make a quick sharp sound, not shouting, but it can be loud if needed in the beginning to get his attention. If this is not working, clap your hands simultaneously or make a noise with a rolled up newspaper. Include a gesture, for example; a pointing finger with an outstretched arm, and a stern facial expression. This marks a bad behaviour and timing is crucial, it does no good unless it is delivered while he is still in the process of doing the wrong.Your goal is not to make your dog a nervous wreck, but rather to get his attention when he has started doing something undesired. He will quickly learn that this command for him means to stop what he is doing and to give you his attention. Your goal is to teach him to understand a single command, quickly, without having to reinforce it, this requires consistent reinforcing in the beginning, making sure he always responds to you when you say it.
3.) Body language. Read your dog's body language like he reads yours. This can
shorten the process of house training your dog greatly. A dog's usual body language before going to the toilet is walking around and sniffing different spots until he finds some place that he feels is suitable for relieving himself, he may then lift his leg, or she may squat, or circle a couple of times before passing a stool. The more time you spend observing your dog the more you will understand his language correctly.Remember too that your dog constantly observes your mannerisms and notices when your mood changes, so it's only fair that you do the same for him.
4.) Instinct: There are three toilet related mannerisms we will mention driven by canine instinct.
It is important to remove the smell of his stool or urine immediately after if you were unable to prevent it. The problem could also be caused by other odours from animals or humans that they may feel competitive with or want to dominate.
5.) Routine. You must get to know your dog's routine and that requires that you too must stick to a routine.
Once you have established a fixed routine it is easier to understand your dogs timing for going to the toilet. The most crucial times to observe whether your dog needs to go and when you should take him out are:
What you can do when its time to go to the toilet is you can say the same word each time ("piddle time, piddle time...") in an excited tone, people may look at you strangely if there is anyone around, but many dogs learn to go on command, even if they can only squeeze out a few drops just to please you. The main reason for doing this is to help prepare them mentally for what they must do, and to shorten your waiting time.
I think we all struggle a little under pressure :)
There will be more follow up articles about toilet training issues. Please contact us with any queries.
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Since Michael Brown was shot on August 9, his family, the Ferguson and greater St. Louis, Missouri communities, the nation, and the world over have watched events unfold with some mix of shock, sadness, and fear. The tension in the last few weeks here locally has been palpable, and concerned people on all sides of the issue have eagerly awaited a decision as to whether police officer Darren Wilson will be indicted. It appears the waiting is over, as sources report the grand jury has reached a decision and an announcement will come this evening. Whatever your beliefs about this tragedy, here are four things to bear in mind to help you and those around you respond well in the midst of unrest.
1. Pray. For the love of God, pray.
If you've somehow made it thus far observing all that has taken place without uttering some sacred and compassionate words to whatever God you believe in for the safety and fair treatment of all persons involved, please start now. Your opinion about who is right and who is wrong is irrelevant to the notion that many people – police, protestors, bystanders – are hurting.
2. Shut down negativity on social media.
The other day I had someone refer to me as a "douche with a mohawk" because I asked him not to continue using profane language on my Facebook wall on a post about police tactics used in Ferguson, MO. If you see this sort of thing going on, do your best to respond peaceably, and if that doesn't work, block people from interacting in the discussion. I can appreciate a desire to correct people's perceptions (my hairstyle is a pompadour, after all), but it isn't going to happen today. Don't fan the flames by responding in kind, and don't repost their antics with a rant of your own. Just shut them down and go back to #1.
3. Don't expect folks to just "get over it."
The statement by the grand jury today regards whether or not it found sufficient evidence to indict Ferguson police officer Darren Wilson on charges ranging from manslaughter to murder. If he is indicted, many police and other citizens will be devastated, and are likely to believe that the grand jury is kowtowing to media and societal pressure rather than actual evidence. If he is not, many protestors and citizens will be devastated, and are likely to believe that the grand jury is slanting in the direction of systemic racism and institutional injustice.
So, don't go around saying things like, "Well, the grand jury decided…why are people still upset?" This is the beginning, not the end, no matter what way the decision goes. Settle in, and go back to #1.
4. Monitor what you tell yourself.
If you're scared, anxious, frustrated, etc., you are in good company – we all are, especially here in St. Louis, for a variety of reasons and to a variety of extents. To make matters worse, we live in an era of live social media streams and round-the-clock updates from television media outlets, some of which have more motives than fact-reporting. As a result, we are capable of being swept up into collective paranoia and fear-mongering.
In that light, watch what you confess to yourself. If your thinking is irrational, emotionally or spiritually toxic, or just plain old' stinking thinking, choose to be mindful of the present moment, and spend some time around people who are voices of reason and hope who are speaking life to all sides. Oh…and when you're done, go back to #1.For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. 2 Tim 1:7
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The Peacock
Situated in the heart of England amongst the rolling countryside of the Peak District, The Peacock at Rowsley is a small luxury hotel offering the perfect base from which to explore the beautifully unspoilt scenery of Derbyshire and the nearby villages and towns.
"a welcoming, well-run yet hip hotel, where fishermen rub shoulders with movie stars"
The Sunday Telegraph (Feb, 2015)
The Peacock's modern and stylish décor is perfectly complemented by antique furniture, creating a contemporary yet comfortable ambiance within the walls of this ancient building. Guests are sure to enjoy a good night's sleep in one of the 14 luxurious bedrooms, most of which feature king size or super-king size beds, including two four-poster rooms.
All rooms are furnished to a high standard with en-suite facilities, telephone, TV, DVD player, i-pod docking stations, tea and coffee making facilities. Additionally, guest rooms feature Apple TV which offers more entertainment options, including streaming from your own Apple device. The new Suite offers a beautiful bedroom with beams and a super-king size bed, overlooking a quiet lane and the postcard-pretty village Post Office. The beamed sitting room features a large sofa which houses a 5 foot, sprung mattress bed which means the Suite can be shared by two friends. Both rooms have a large screen TV, DVD player and the facility to connect your i-pod or i-pad easily to the TV. The large, luxurious bathroom has a full size bath and a double shower.
Food & Drink
The Peacock is also the ideal retreat for relaxing and taking time out, with the award winning Restaurant (which has been awarded 3 AA Rosettes), and the small and intimate private dining room offering peaceful surroundings and a mouth watering menu created by the Head Chef, Dan Smith. Fine dining, using locally sourced ingredients is complemented by a wide range of wines or hand-pulled barrel ales. A delicious bar menu is offered in the cosy and atmospheric bar Monday to Friday.
The Peacock at Rowsley has fifteen individually furnished bedrooms.
For a bed and breakfast stay, the rooms are classified as:
Sunday to Thursday
Single Rooms
From £130
Double Rooms
From £205
Superior Rooms
From £225
Special Rooms
From £250
Friday and Saturday
Single Rooms
From £145
Double Rooms
From £270
Superior Rooms
From £290
Special Rooms
From £310
For a dinner, bed and breakfast stay, the rooms are classified as:
Sunday to Thursday
Single Rooms
From £160
Double Rooms
From £285
Superior Rooms
From £310
Special Rooms
From £330
Friday and Saturday
Single Rooms
From £180
Double Rooms
From £350
Superior Rooms
From £370
Special Rooms
From £390
All rooms Miller Harris toiletries, a choice of duvet or blankets, flat screen TVs with Apple TV, tea and coffee making facilities, an evening turndown service, room service and free Wi-Fi.
The Peacock at Rowsley is a dog friendly hotel. Dogs are welcome to stay in your room and the Inn is happy to provide dog food and water bowls for your companion's benefit.
Meet the Chef
Head Chef at the Peacock is Dan Smith, who started his career at L'Ortorlan when he was just 17 and then worked at the Landmark in Marylebone, at The Greenhouse in Mayfair and for Tom Aikens in Chelsea (Michelin-starred chef and owner of Tom's Kitchen).
Dan uses fresh ingredients from the Haddon Estate (on which The Peacock is located) including organically-reared beef and lamb, along with beef, lamb and pork from E. W. Coates in Two Dales and Hancock's in Stoney Middleton in Derbyshire.
In his time as Head Chef at The Peacock, Dan has earnt the restaurant three AA rosettes, putting it in the top ten percent of great British restaurants.
The Peak District is renowned for its breath-taking moors, beautiful springs and magnificent caverns and, with over 10 million visitors every year it's not surprising that the region has an array of local farm shops, specialist suppliers and tea shops that range from traditional to quirky.
No visit to The Peacock is complete without sampling the fantastic menus created by Head Chef Dan Smith and his team, which have earned the restaurant its 3 AA Rosettes. Serving only carefully-sourced meats, usually Haddon Estate's own organically-raised livestock, The Peacock at Rowsley prides itself on its use of quality, seasonal ingredients. Do try the succulent pan-fried fillet of Derbyshire beef, served with braised ribs, smoked mash, and a rich, red wine sauce.
If you'd like to take some of the excellent local meats home for your own culinary creations, then venture to Hancock's butchers in nearby Stoney Middleton, or to E. W. Coates' in Two Dales, a 7 minute drive away. For a wide selection of fresh farm ingredients, we recommend visiting The Chatsworth Farm shop; established in 1977 and acknowledged as the region's leading farm shop. Along with local beef, lamb, venison and pheasant, you'll find a huge range of breads, tarts, traditional pies, pâtés, and a phenomenal 104 types of cheese. The adjoining restaurant is equally impressive, using fresh ingredients in hearty, wholesome dishes.
During your stay at The Peacock, it's a mere 8 minutes' drive to visit the quaint town of Bakewell, where there's much to tempt you at the famous farmers' market. It's typically held on the last Saturday of every month at the District Council's Agricultural Business Centre and attracts over 5,000 visitors to the 70 stalls selling a delectable range of homemade goods such as ciders and wines, homemade jams and marmalades, fresh fruit and vegetables, homemade sweet and savoury pies and fresh, ready-to-eat crepes. As well as featuring the biggest livestock auction in the UK, the market also sells everything from Russian and Indian cuisine to chopping boards and wicker baskets!
Bakewell village is also a lovely place to pause for a while.. As the birth-place of the well-loved oval-shaped, pastry-encased, jammy Bakewell Pudding, it's rare not to find a café that doesn't have it on the menu. Ye Olde Bakewell Pudding Shop in The Square is a firm favourite: a beautiful, cottage-style shop selling a scrumptiously sugary version of the pudding.
As you might expect, Bakewell is home to some delightful tea rooms. The quirky Lavender Tea Room in Hebden Court sells really tasty homemade fishcakes, and a deliciously rich Welsh Rarebit. Alternatively, Wyes Waters Tea Rooms on Granby Road is a real favourite, with new, delicious homemade pies on offer daily.
If you have time – and an appetite – for more, take a stroll through Lathkill Dale, stunning countryside only an hour and a half away from The Peacock on foot. From there, you can cross the river and stroll for 50 minutes north to arrive at Bakewell, home of the Garden Tea Room. This is a divine spot to take a break after a long walk with stunning views over the Dale. From classic chocolate cake to coconut cake or lemon drizzle cake, the selection includes all the nation's favourites, and they have a well-deserved reputation for very generous portions and exceptionally low prices. And, if you're accompanied by your four-legged friend, then The Tea Room is not only dog friendly, there's also some great doggy treats!
Haddon Hall is another must-see for any visitors interested in history, relics or architecture, and is only 12 minutes in the car from The Peacock. The extraordinary Tudor Manor House sits amongst beautiful gardens and spectacular countryside views, and boasts a wealth of ancient history. Their restaurant, with views over the estate and the river wye, also comes highly recommended, serving everything from a light afternoon tea and cakes to homemade, smoked goats cheese, spinach and red onion chutney quiche.
Al Fresco
Serving only local ingredients, organically-reared beef and lamb, and carefully-sourced meats, The Peacock at Rowsley prides itself on its use of quality, seasonal ingredients, and the restaurant boasts an impressive 3 AA rosettes. Sample some of the superb dishes whilst enjoying the peaceful outdoor terrace, overlooking the gorgeous gardens, surrounded by the Peak District's stunning countryside and with the former manor house as a beautiful backdrop.
Out & About
Just 10 minutes down the road is the stunning Haddon Hall, described as 'the most perfect house to survive from the middle ages', it never fails to enchant its visitors. Set in the heart of the beautiful Peak District National Park, parts of the house date from the 12th Century, sitting like a jewel in its Elizabethan terraced gardens, and overlooking the River Wye.
Only a stone's throw from The Peacock is Chatsworth House, where you can discover fascinating historic stories and enjoy one of Europe's most significant art collections, before discovering the 105 acres of garden with giant water features, sculpture, beautiful flowers and magnificent views of the park.
At Crich National Tramway Village you can step back in time at the award-winning museum that takes you on a mile-long scenic journey through a period street to open countryside with panoramic views over the Derwent Valley. Taking a ride on the vintage tram is an absolute must!
Nearby is also the fascinating underground Blue John Caverns – great on a rainy day!
Recommended Local Attractions
- Chatsworth House – 5 mins
- Haddon Hall – 10 mins
- Crich National Tramway Village – 15 mins
- Blue John Caverns – 30 mins
Retail Therapy
- Bakewell – 8 mins Matlock – 15 mins
- Chesterfield – 25 mins
All timings denote typical journey time by car, unless specified otherwise.
Dog Friendly
Situated between Bakewell and Matlock in the Peak District, The Peacock is an ideal base from which to explore and discover all that the area has to offer, including neighbouring Haddon Hall and Chatsworth House.
The Peacock at Rowsley is pleased to be a dog friendly hotel. Dogs are welcome to stay in your room and the inn is happy to provide dog food and water bowls for your companion's benefit. With splendid walks, a relaxed atmosphere and fine dining at the core of the inn's offerings, a stay at The Peacock is ideal if you're looking to bring along your four-legged friend.
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15 Bedrooms
Dog Friendly
Dog friendly bedrooms with a £10 charge per dog per night. Call or mention when booking online to request. Dogs welcome in bedrooms but not public areas.
Map & Directions
Please click the map below for directions.
Transport Links
By car – for sat nav use DE4 2EB
Chesterfield Railway Station – 15 mins
Matlock Railway Station – 15 mins
East Midlands Airport – 45 mins
Manchester Airport – 60 mins


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Bringing a stroller on the bus
What You Need to Know
Children in strollers are welcome on the DC Circulator. Strollers not carrying a child cannot be accommodated. Please adhere to the following guidelines regarding priority seating and stroller sizes.
There are three categories of priority groups for the accessible seating area.
First priority: People using wheelchairs and motorized mobility aids
Second Priority: Persons with disabilities, seniors and people with walkers
Third priority: Children in strollers
- All other passengers are asked to allow riders within these categories in the accessible seating area first. The reason for the ranking of priority seating is because the accessible seating area is limited and in high demand and individuals using wheelchairs or scooters are unable to stand and fold their equipment.
- The maximum size for a stroller is 48" long by 24" wide. Strollers larger than 48×24, such as most jogging strollers, will not be allowed on buses. The DC Circulator does not allow play buggies such as plastic pull-along cars or wagon carts at any time.
- The bus driver has complete discretion to operate the bus in a safe manner. If the driver thinks that the stroller is compromising the safety of passengers, he or she may direct the passenger to move the stroller to a safe location or to fold the stroller.
- You may request that the driver kneel the bus or that the ramp be deployed to make boarding the bus easier. Remember, you may still be required to collapse your stroller once on board. Have your fare ready before the bus arrives and always let passengers exit first.
- When space permits, children may remain in a stroller. Keep strollers out of the aisle and lock the wheels. Hold on to your stroller at all times.
- If you take your child out of the stroller, please fold the stroller to avoid taking up more seats than necessary.
- When the bus approaches your stop let the driver know that you will be getting off with a child and stroller.
- To avoid tipping your child out of the stroller, board the bus forward and leave the bus backwards.


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The sun is out. The evenings are warm. The gardens around Seattle are at their height of bloom and beauty. If you aren't sitting in some fresh air enjoying a glass of wine, you should be! Need some suggestions? Here's a great spring varietal list from Wine Folly> for under $20 a bottle. Or stop by, and we'll hook you up — Grüner Veltliner, Malbec, Soave, Gamay, unoaked Chardonnay, Zweigelt, rosé… the list goes on!
First & foremost… ROSÉ:
We have quite a list in stock ranging from local producers to high-end Bandol rosé from Provence. Here are our new arrivals:
Chateau Rivière Minervois Rosé 2017 // Languedoc
Domaine de Frégate Bandol Rosé 2017 // Provence
Domaine du Petit Romain Vieilles Vignes Rosé 2017 // Southern Rhône
La Malière Rosé Côtes de Provence 2017 // Provence
Ozilhan Réserve Côtes du Rhône Rosé 2017 // Southern Rhône
Paul Blisson Costières de Nîmes Rosé 2017 // Southern Rhône
In addition, here are some great spring white varietals with our specific recommendations:
Grüner Veltliner – Aromatic white flowers. White peach, poached pear, lime blossoms, with a nice white pepper finish. Try: Weingut Prechtl 2016 Alte Reben aus Löss Grüner Veltliner // Austria (vineyards pictured)
Prié Blanc – From the highest vineyard site in the world (a few minutes from Mont Blanc), this indigenous grape is full of minerality & delight: Pavese Ermes 2016 Blanc De Morgex et de La Salle // Valle d'Aoste, Italy
Vinho Verde – light, fruity with a slight effervescence and low alcohol! Try: Vinha das Margaridas 2016 Vinho Verde // Portugal
Garganega – This white is better known as Soave, but that's the DOC (region), not the grape… which is full of citrus blossoms, warm apples & apricots held together by refreshing acidity! Try award-winning: Franchetto 2015 Soave "La Capelina" // Veneto, Italy
And spring reds varietals:
Bonarda lightens up the Malbec in this terrific, organic blend: La Puerta 2016 Alta Malbec/Bonarda // Argentina
Zinfandel – Its trademark velvety fruit makes this varietal a wonderful accompaniment to BBQ and other grilled summer fare. Try: Wish Wine Co. 2011 Zinfandel // North Coast, California (vineyards pictured)
Zweigelt – Lighter in body, but full of flavor: blackberries, tart dark cherries & spices! Try: Weingut Prechtl 2015 Satzen Zweigelt // Austria
AND… don't forget the bubbles! Go light & freshing with La Farra Prosecco — Brut, Extra Dry, Rosé & their Prosecco Superiore DOCG Valdobbiadene. Tree fruits & citrus with lively gentle bubbles! (vineyards pictured)
We'd be delighted to help you with any of your spring wine needs! Just stop in…
Julie & Jens, Owners
Portalis Wines
Art credit: Mona Anastas, owner of Two Owls in Madrona


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Prema Thiele of Borden Ladner Gervais and Kevin Cohen of AUM Law Professional Corporation have been appointed to the Ontario Securities Commission's newly-announced 12-member Registrant Advisory Committee.
The RAC will serve as a forum to discuss issues and challenges faced by registrants in interpreting and complying with Ontario securities law, including registration and compliance related matters. Debra Foubert, director of the OSC's Compliance and Registrant Regulation Branch chairs the committee, which is composed of members representing the different registration categories and business models that the OSC oversees.
Members will serve two-year terms and meet four to six times annually, with ad hoc meetings as required.
The other nine members of the committee are:
Matthew Brady, Mutual Fund Dealers Association of Canada
Julie Cordeiro, Portfolio Management Association of Canada
Matthew Campbell, IA Clarington Investments Inc.
Rossana Di Lieto, Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada
Stephen Jakob, Osprey Capital Partners Inc.
Peter Moulson, CIBC Asset Management Inc.
Ian Pember, Hillsdale Investment Management Inc.
Geoffrey G. Ritchie, BMO Asset Management Inc. and Exempt Market Dealers Association of Canada
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At Agile 2007, I attended Jean Tabaka's (author of Collaboration Explained) session "Why I don't like Monday's", among other things she recommended establishing some ground rules for your team meetings. At the time my team created the following set:
- No email or surfing the web.
- No side conversations (via IM etc)
- No cellphones or blackberries
- Join the meeting on time
At this year's conferences in a session entitled "Beginner's Mind"- Jean mentioned a couple of new ground rules that she offers to teams for consideration:
- Focus on the "Art of the Possible" – what could possible work here – the goal is open minds and replace conversations around that could never work here.
- "But's are ugly" – we drop the word the use of the word but – which leads to more conversations like 'and we could try that'.
Finally we should be aware that the question: "Are there any other questions" (a yes/no question) is the fastest way to shut down questioning. Instead try asking open ended questions like: "What else?" or "What other questions do you have"? are very different. They are very open. Staying with these two open styles of questions and allowing silence for up to 10 seconds can provide a nice nudge toward further information.
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The prestigious Royal Garden hotel boasts an enviable location in the heart of Kensington, one of central London's most exclusive districts, overlooking the gracious gardens of Kensington Palace and the lush green expanses of Hyde Park.
Sleep soundly in the stylish rooms with stunning views over Hyde Park and London's skyline, dine in the award-winning London restaurants overlooking Kensington Palace and Gardens or rejuvenate with a spa treatment in the hotel Health Club.
With excellent transport links, London attractions close by, the bustling West End just 10 minutes away and the shopping districts of Kensington, Mayfair and Knightsbridge a short distance away, the Royal Garden Hotel is perfectly positioned to experience the London way of life.
The Park Terrace serves breakfast, lunch, Afternoon Tea, dinner and Min Jiang serves authentic Chinese cuisine for lunch and dinner.
Hotel Facilities
|Two onsite restaurants serving Breakfast, Lunch Afternoon Tea and Dinner. 24-hour Room Service.
|Check-in time is 14.00
|Check-out time is 12.00
|Parking available onsite (surcharge)
Nearest Tube Station
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We are in the process of having the website totally revamped and to prepare for that I was doing research on area restaurants to include in our dining section on the new website. There are a lot of great places to eat in the Finger Lakes region, definitely no shortage of excellent restaurants but I was really surprised when I stumbled on some very favorable reviews for The 1820's House restaurant on the east side of Skaneateles Lake because I didn't even know it existed!
Reading the reviews of those who had had the pleasure of enjoying owner/chef Richard Schreiner's culinary creations one thing became very clear very quickly, we needed to visit this establishment for ourselves and investigate for our guests!
It does take about half an hour to drive from 10 Fitch in Auburn to The 1820's House but the drive is lovely and the evening we went the weather was perfect. Our reservation was for 6 O'clock one night mid-week. When we pulled into the drive I must admit that I was a little worried because the restaurant really does not look like much at all. An old farm house with zero curb appeal, plain and unassuming there was nothing that even hinted at the fine meal that we were about to enjoy.
And enjoy we did! Now, you could not call the decor fancy but the view of the lake and the sunset was nothing short of spectacular. We did not dine outside because Rodney doesn't like to eat outdoors but, it was still a feast for our eyes as well as our palettes none-the-less.
We started out with appetizers. Rodney & mom ordered the pastry stuffed with heirloom tomatoes and cheese which mom thought was very good but Rodney was expecting more of a pizza tasting thing so he was not thrilled with his. I had the seared scallops. Excellent! For our main courses mom ordered the chicken with broccoli & mushrooms and asked if she could have it without the mushrooms and they were very happy to accommodate her. Rodney had the steak special with bacon wrapped shrimp & potatoes agrautin. He was very pleased with his entree. I had the veal and lobster picatta which was amazing! All of the food was prepared with the freshest ingredients and our waitress was attentive and pleasant. We will be returning to The 1820's House and will definitely be recommending it to our guests.
10 Fitch, your romantic escape in NY states beautiful Finger Lakes region.


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Frequently Asked Questions
About Crab Apple
Crab Apple is unique because of its family ownership and a staff that is committed to relaxed fun and adventure. Crab Apple is a three generation family business with family members being part of every rafting trip since 1983. Family members train each river guide and all staff to ensure that each guest is treated as part of the family and gets the value they deserve from a rafting experience at Crab Apple. We are proud to have become the largest outfitter in New England, but work hard to ensure the personal attention that sets our family business apart from our competitors.
Crab Apple offers unique riverside base camps in Maine and Massachusetts that are unmatched in New England. Our equipment emphasizes safety and personal comfort – rafts and inflatable kayaks that are the perfect size for each trip, clean wetsuits and comfortable life jackets. Further, we strive to make sure that all of the the "little things", such as excellent food, friendly reservationists and a veteran staff that returns year after year are in place to ensure that each trip is a complete and enjoyable experience.
Finally, Crab Apple offers unparalleled experience in running our New England rivers. Guides are trained by family members with a quarter century or more of experience on their home river. Crab Apple also runs more trips each season on the Deerfield and Kennebec Rivers than any other outfitter – more trips means better guides and better rides!
Join Crab Apple for a trip and experience that combines experience since 1983, three generations of family and a well-trained staff that loves the river and believes strongly in delivering fun and value to all of our guests.
River Related Questions
SPRING because of higher water, bigger rapids and LOWER PRICES. Spring also brings a beautiful array of color and blooms.
SUMMER because water levels are guaranteed on our DAM CONTROLLED RIVERS and the water warms to 70 degrees and higher.
FALL because the water is still comfortable, the crowds are gone and the foliage is spectacular!
In other words, there is no "best" time to raft. All three seasons offer special features.
YES! Our rivers are dam controlled and we get guaranteed release schedules on each of our rivers.
These releases guarantee good whitewater throughout our season.
Comfortable swim wear and flexible, secure footwear (sneakers, river sandals, water shoes) are the basics.
Cap or visor, sunscreen and sunglasses (with strap) are also good ideas. Comfortable shorts worn over swim wear maximizes comfort for women.
Important Clothing for Spring / Fall and cool / rainy days:
- For feet: wool or fleece socks. Very important in Spring!
- For torso and legs: Outdoor performance clothing (Under Armour, Dri-Fit), windbreaker, wind pants to shed the water
- Do not wear cotton if cold or raining—cotton cools the body when wet!
- Fleece socks, wetsuit gloves and performance wear are available in our store.
Wetsuits are required in Spring and Fall. During the summer, we make a recommendation based on the day's weather, but most days we enjoy a great trip in bathing suits/shorts and a light shirt. If you don't own your own, we rent wetsuit jackets ($10), overalls ($10) and boots ($5) or all three for $20. We maintain over 400 wetsuits sized from Youth Small (50 lbs) to 4XL. Each suit is washed after each use and stored and dried indoors for maximum comfort.
A few ideas:
Suncreen! – apply to areas not covered by clothing and lifejacket.
Bring any special food items needed for specific dietary needs.
On cool days, it is wise to layer more more warm clothing than you think you might need on the river.
For after the trip, bring a towel, change of clothes and shoes.
$$$ – Each of our three locations houses a fun store where you may purchase pictures of your trip in addition to a fine selection of apparel and souvenirs. In Maine, our pub and restaurant will also be open for relaxing after trips. In Massachusetts, our snack bar will be open for a drink or snack on our deck overlooking the river.
Rapids and rivers are subjectively rated Class I through Class V for commercial rafting. Ratings depend on the volume of water, elevation drop in the river, type of watercraft, ease of rescue and recovery and a paddler's experience. To simplify this for our guests, we can divide them into three groups:
- Family/Introductory—an introduction to rafting, option for families with younger children.
Trips range from Class I – III.
Examples: Deerfield-Fife Brook Section, Dead River—Summer, Half-Day Family Raft Trips.
- Adventure—for guests already familiar with whitewater or new paddlers who are gung-ho and ready for a real thrill.
These trips range from Class III-IV and may include a Class V.
Examples: Kennebec, Deerfield-Monroe Bridge, West, Miller's
- World Class—trips for guests who preferably have whitewater experience.
Rapids will be long, continuous and will range from Class III – V.
Examples: Dead River High Water, Go For It trips
In Maine, our trips are both photographed and videotaped. Our videographer kayaks down the river with the rafts and gets spectacular footage every day! Both the photos and video are shown in a large, comfortable viewing area at our base after the trip. In Massachusetts and Vermont, photographers hike down into the river at multiple locations for great action shots of all trips. Photos of your trip are shown at our base after each trip and photos can be emailed, burnt onto a disk or printed.
First note that we plan for every meal to be served at a Crab Apple base camp, not alongside the river where conditions vary and may be cool, wet, less comfortable and the elements and insects can be an issue.
We offer several river lunches depending on the trip you choose – a fresh, hearty picnic style buffet with homemade desserts or a delicious steak, chicken, fish or vegetarian option barbecue served back at our base or possibly a hot dog/hamburger cookout with salads and desserts. We take great pride in the fact that the food at Crab Apple is one of the highlights of our trips. Each meal is prepared fresh daily and includes homemade salads, desserts and seasonal options like soups and cider. Please make us aware of any dietary needs for someone in your party and we will gladly accommodate.
We hope and expect that you have had a great time with your Crab Apple river guide. As in any service industry, if you feel that their service and expertise has exceeded expectations, then a gratuity can be accepted. Gratuities are kept by the individual, not pooled, and are always much appreciated.
Squirt guns are provided for the Deerfield River Funyak trip. We do not allow squirt guns on guided raft trips.
Pets are not allowed at Crab Apple facilities. We are pet lovers too, but your pet cannot join you on the raft or kayak or be left in the car or in the parking area during your trip.
Money Saving Ideas
Rafting rates are lower in the early and late season on many of our trips. Weekday rates are lower than weekend rates. You can save money by rafting with us two or more days in a row. Group leaders can earn FREE trips by bringing a group of friends or family or lower each person's ticket price depending on the number in your group. Finally, check out our Internet Specials for upcoming discounts and special offers.
Yes! We offer a choice of discounted rates or free trips based on the number of people in your group. See our Group Outings page for details for Corporate Groups, Bachelor(ette) parties and groups of Friends and Family. We also offer discounts for YOUTH GROUPS. Check out our Boy and Girl Scout, School, College, YMCA, Recreation Department, Summer Camp and Religious Youth Group Programs.
We run a family business and are sensitive to families' needs. Our two most popular river trips, the Kennebec and Deerfield River – Fife Brook Section have Adult and Children's prices. Several other trips also include children's pricing.
Our two most popular river trips, the Kennebec and Deerfield – Fife Brook Section have midweek pricing.
Several other trips also offer midweek pricing.
Absolutely! We sell Gift Certificates for raft trips and lodging. Gift certificates are a great gift idea for special occasions like graduations, birthdays, weddings, etc!
Making Reservations
There is no simple answer to this frequently asked question. Some of our trips sell out months in advance, some never sell out. State regulations limit the number of passengers we can carry, so early reservations ensure a spot on your desired trip date. However, if you are looking for a last minute trip, we can often accommodate you.
Please do! Our guides look forward to taking their favorite crews down the river again and again. But please remember that your favorite Crab Apple guide may already be requested or have other commitments preventing from making any guarantees.
You can book online through our website or speak with our reservation staff at 1-800-553-7238. The office is coordinated by family members Sharyn and Carrie, so be assured that this part of the process has family members involved also. We feel that this opportunity to ask questions and get information from our staff is important.
Payments for trips can be made by MasterCard, Visa, personal check or money order.
Late cancellations and no-shows are ineligible for any type of reimbursement. Our rafting capacity is limited by state regulations. It is common for us to reach our daily maximum and have to turn new reservations away. When we accept and confirm your reservation that portion of our limited capacity is then unavailable to other groups. Many of the costs associated with your trip are committed long before you arrive – food, staffing, vehicles, etc. are all booked in advance. These costs are unrecoverable for cancellations. For this reason, we strictly adhere to our cancellation policies.
Quality & Safety Issues
Each participant will be required to sign a waiver of liability before each trip. Please call our office at 800-553-7238 and we will be happy to mail or fax one to you or click on this Liability Waiver link and print the form.
No drugs or alcohol are permitted before or during a trip. Violators of this policy may not raft, and no refund will be given. All of our facilities hold liquor licenses and due to state laws no other alcohol will be permitted on Crab Apple property.
Always bring medications which you may need on the river or during your stay – asthma inhaler, bee sting kit, etc. Any medications can be kept dry and safe in our first aid kits on the river.
Each of our trips has a minimum age. Five years old is our youngest rafter on our Deerfield River Half-Day Family Raft Trip, Funyaks and Kennebec River Half-Day Family Raft Trip.
Pregnant women, persons with a heart condition and anyone with a medical problem that could be affected by the heat, cold, exertion, excitement, etc. of a raft trip should not raft. We reserve the right to refuse anyone the opportunity to participate in any of our adventures because of a medical, physical or size limitation that we feel might expose them to extreme risk. Contact our office with questions concerning these policies.
Cell service on most of our rivers is improving all the time. We carry cell phones for Safety and have good service on many trips but carry Satellite phones for trips where cell service is not available.
Guests may only carry cell phones in a waterproof case that is safely attached to their lifejacket or piece of clothing. Loose cell phones in pockets are not allowed on trips.
Guests are asked not to make or receive calls during trips as they impact the experience and other sharing it with you on the river.
Each of our rafting facilities is smoke free. In Maine, our lodging facilities, pub and restaurant are all smoke free.
Raft trips will not be cancelled due to weather unless Crab Apple deems that travel to the river from base camps or safety on the river will be compromised. Cancellations would be decided the morning of a trip at Crab Apple and full refunds issued.
Rafting on a rainy/misty day is amazing! Fog often settles deep into the river valley and has been described by our guests as "spooky rafting" or "Jurassic Park rafting".
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From Philip Goff, founder of the remarkably successful Art Uncut, soon to do a high-profile protest at Glastonbury:
"I recently heard a banker argue that the way to deal with this is to lower tax rates so people won't want to avoid taxes. Imagine if someone suggested we put up benefits so people wouldn't feel the need to make wrongful claims."Cheating is cheating. Well put.