text:
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Sitting in a pottie early in the morning and entertaining herself with self-created songs and acts was the first image I remembered my sister seven years my junior. Even as a young child, Soo was creative and imaginative. With trimmings from the lanterns for the Chinese lantern festival, she had used these colourful trimmings as decorative hair adornments.There she was, on the pottie every morning, talking to herself,she spun yarns to entertain herself and her unseen friends. When she visited elder sister who lived with her newly wedded husband some blocks away, she would be meticulously, arranging the clogs neatly in front of the flat every time she visited them. Neighbours too had often commented on her resourcefulness, bailing scoops of water into pails for use the next day when we had water rationing for the afternoons. In spite of her puny size at six year old, she just climbed up and down to fill up the pails for the next day's use. Even though she was not quite schooled to write yet, she was already writing pieces of notes to throw into neighbour's house whenever she had squabbles with her young friends. When she entered school, she was just as enthusiastic in her work. The moment she returned home from preschool which she attended in the evening, she would settle down to do her homework the moment she put down her bag. Neighbours used to call her 'chilli padi'- the fiery hot capsicum used in preparation of spicy dishes. Her calligraphy and painting were displayed in exhibition in the early years of the primary school. Her creative spirit was further developed when she joined the art house when she was in the secondary school. After a tired day at school, she still had the energy to attend performance classes and was actively involved in rehearsals and putting up public performances. The young people in her group were often involved in raising funds for the Art House. The communal spirit and living together had given her much experience in organization and having an entrepreurnial mindset. In spite of having a Chinese education, she continued to try to improve in English by learning the language on her own. Two years into teaching, she decided that with a Chinese education background, she would not go very far. When some of her friends decided to go over to the States, she too, made plans to explore an uncharted territory. After borrowing money from some big conglomerate organization, she managed to fund herself to go to the States in pursuit of a new and exciting life. My gungho sister worked in restaurants, as babysitters and tutors and other jobs before she graduated from University, majoring in Math and Music. Ever the hope and pride of the family, she left us as she made that journey many would hesitate to take.My aged parents had pleaded with me to talk her out of the whole idea. However, as her elder sister, I felt that what she was doing was really something she should not live to regret if she wavered and changed her mind. My parents had since passed on but I know that they would have wanted the best for my sister who had been brave to pursue her dreams.
Posted by grace at 6:40 AM No comments:
Friday, July 20, 2012
Leaving a legacy
My love with the written word began in the earliest part of my life. As a lonely child, I used to spend a lot of time going to a neighbour's house to devour the reading material available there- mainly movie magazines with juicy news about some movie stars. Later, I assuaged my reading appetite whenever my mother took me to visit her Peranakan relative. As I could not comprehend their conversation as they spoke in Malay, I buried my nose in some forgotten magazines and books. Later, my reading appetite was fed when I went to a friend's place where lots of reading materials were available as her brother was then in the university. So far, my reading materials were all in Chinese. So when I went to an English school, I had difficulty reading English. It was only later on, when I did my further studies in English Literature that I began to fall in love with the English word. In no time, I was devouring all reading materials in English and the National Library had become my second home. Yet, despite my great appetite in reading, I had not really developed my writing skill. I remembered my secondary school teachers' comments in my writing assignments. "Have good ideas but unable to write smoothly." The writing I did over the years was my diary which I started when I started my teaching career at the age of eighteen. I continued to write since then and had accumulated seven to eight volumes. The writing captured my years on this earth but mainly my emotional state as I went from one relationship to another. Another book that I used to keep was my reflections on reading that I have done. Quite recently, I decided to put my past behind me and throw away my diaries. Before doing such a silly act, I managed to condense all these musings into a few pages in my more recent diaries. As I grow older, I have learnt to be more reflective and my interest has also led me to write quite differently. However, I realize that I have mostly recorded events rather than my reflections and learning from them. Furthermore, I realize that I am getting on in age and it is time to capture some of my experiences in print. Perhaps, it could be my way of sharing my experience or leaving a legacy behind. Well, it does not matter if I will ever become a writer and publish my writing but the learning experience has been good. It will be a good way to spend my time anyway as I learn to express myself more succinctly and effectively.
Posted by grace at 7:32 PM No comments:
Subscribe to: Posts (Atom)


text:
|» Products
|» Pharmaceutical Filtration Equipments
|» Pressure Leaf Filter
We offer foremost quality Pressure Leaf Filter at very nominal prices. The filter is used in different industries for filtration in several commercial sectors like chemicals, pharmaceuticals etc and can be availed in numerous standard or customized specifications including as per the given details and drawings. It's also checked on various quality parameters before final delivery to the customers in order to ensure its flawless structure and high performance during the operations. Apart from this, its numerous quality features make it the first choice filter of our existing customers.
Quality Attributes

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Since moving out of our apartment in April of this year, all of my things (besides mandatory, everyday items like toiletries) have been inside boxes. Big boxes, little boxes, brown boxes, white boxes.
By the time we move into our purchased home, my items will have been in boxes for more than a year. And at the 6 month mark, this month, I can tell you I haven't really missed many of those items. Naturally, some of the items just aren't needed right now but will be when we move out of our parents' homes again, like kitchen supplies and cookware. But then there are the items that are just my...stuff. You know, to fill up space.
A couple of times I have thought about watching a DVD and remembered they're all packed away, and not easily accessible for watching just once. But most of the times I wanted to watch those movies I was able to find them on Netflix or online. Every once in a while I wasn't, and guess what? I survived! I didn't turn into a toad, melt away or even get upset. It just was just that- I couldn't watch it and that was ok. My life these days is so busy anyhow, working 3 jobs, I don't have much leisure time to be watching movies. So in all reality, I likely saved myself some procrastination moments by not having the DVDs at the ready.
I think some of the only things I've truly missed, are my books. I have a lot of books. A lot. It may be an obsession. But I love learning. And most of my books are non-fiction. My friends tend to be surprised by this, that I spend my "free time" reading about non-fiction items like money management, marketing techniques, horse training, making connections to others and being successful and happy. I do have some fiction books, but they tend to be few and far between.
So, my books really are my only items I can recall nearly each one by name and I miss them. I miss looking at them, picking them up, flipping through the pages and arranging them in ways that are both visually appealing and functional. I just keep reminding myself, it's only a matter of time before they will be free to line the shelves of our new home.
I'm sure opening the boxes when we move will be a bit like Christmas, finding items we forgot we had. And at that time I may decide many of the items locked up in all those boxes, really aren't necessary at all. Then I'll host a garage sale and you can all come buy my stuff I don't want anymore!


text:
So, I was bored the other night, and looked at my facebook notes... I found a couple on there that I figured I could up-date and put up here so y'all can get to know me better!
The world according to me! :) After you read this, do your own. Label the note (your name)+ ology!
What is your salad dressing of choice? -Honey Mustard
What is your favorite sit-down restaurant? - Olive Garden
What food could you eat every day for two weeks and not get sick of? - Mexican! Oh how I miss real Mexican food. I just can't make it the same as the wonderful sisters in the mission made it.
What are your pizza toppings of choice? - Pepperoni and Jalapeños
Pancakes or waffles? - waffles, but they have to be crispy
Chocolate or Vanilla? - I don't like chocolate pudding or ice cream, unless it has lots of additives (ie rocky road)
How many televisions are in your house? - 3
What color cell phone do you have? -Black
Do you have a laptop? - Sure do...a brand-spankin' new one that I get to play with
Are you right-handed or left-handed? - Righty
What color are your eyes?- It depends on what I'm wearing. Some days they're green and others they're blue
Have you ever had anything removed from your body? - My tonsils and a couple of moles. And a chunk of my calf thanks to a lovely Rottweiler.
What is the last heavy item you lifted? - A laundry basket full of stuff I needed to re-stock at work
Have you ever been knocked unconscious? - Not that I recall, but then again, if I had been knocked unconscious, would I remember it?
If it were possible, would you want to know the day you were going to die? - Nope I kinda try to live every day like it's my last.
If you could change your name, what would you change it to? - I'd give myself a middle name of Lynn. Now that my mom looks back, that's what she wished she'd done in the first place, but oh well.
Would you drink an entire bottle of hot sauce for $1000? -Psh. Yeah. When it comes to my taste buds, the hotter the better
If you had to choose between being blind or deaf, which would you choose? -Well, I've simulated sight impairments and that was rough, so I'd have to say deaf
How many pairs of flip flops do you own? - One, and they have been all over the place (they went with me on my mission)
Last time you had a run-in with the cops?- On the mission. I know...you're probably all thinking "Kira! What did you do?!?" But I wasn't driving. I wasn't even the co-driver. I was in the backseat. It was dark, and my companion pulled out in front of a cop and kinda cut him off. He pulled her over to make sure everything was okay. It was...she just didn't see him coming.
Last person you talked to on the phone? - My mom
Last person you hugged? -Sister Reed
Season? - Spring
Holiday? - Christmas
Day of the week? - Sunday!
Month? - June!
Missing someone? - Lots of someones...most of them are in New Mexico, Colorado, and Texas
Mood? - Relaxed
What are you listening to? - Kinda the Superbowl...but not really
Watching? -Again, the Superbowl is on in the background, but I'm not paying much attention.
Worrying about? -I've been pretty care-free since I got home.
First place you went this morning? - A meeting before church
Do you smile often? - All the time
Do you always answer your phone? -Unless I'm working, yeah
What flavor do you add to your drink at Sonic? - I don't really go to Sonic
Do you own a digital camera? - Yes. It helped me get lots of memories on film to always remember the mission!
Have you ever had a pet fish? - Yep
What's on your wish list for your birthday? - Umm...I just got Christmas like 2 weeks ago. I haven't even started thinking about my birthday. I guess it would be a great birthday present to be able to go on a date with someone
Can you do push ups? - Maybe...but I doubt it
Can you do a chin up? - Heck no
Does the future make you more nervous or excited? - I'm kind of a fan of the unknown, so the future makes me pretty excited
Do you have any saved texts? -Not on my new phone. At least not yet.
Ever been in a car wreck? - Yep. It'll be 5 years ago next week.
Do you have an accent? - I kinda have a Texan accent...and when I speak Spanish, people say that I've got a pretty good Mexican accent. So yeah. I do. And Sister Cabello (my companion from Peru) tells me that I just have a really lazy accent.
What is the last song to make you cry? - Umm...all I remember is that it was one of the songs we were listening to as we were driving to the mission home. And I think it was on one of my Kory Kunz CD's.
Plans tonight - Hopefully I'll talk to a good friend I haven't talked to since before the mission. And I think we're gonna watch a movie.
Have you ever felt like you hit rock bottom? -Actually, I know I have. That was NOT a good time, but with the help of my Savior and His Atonement, I was able to overcome it and am SO much
Name 3 things you bought yesterday? - Nothing
Have you ever been given roses? -Unless you count corsages from dances in high school, no
Met someone who changed your life? - Oh yeah. Lots of someones. I'm sure you know who you are
How did you bring in the New Year? - Waking up to the fireworks that were going off over my missionary apartment, groggily wishing myself a happy new year and wondering for a split second what adventures this new year would bring, and rolling over to go right back to sleep
Would you go back in time if you were given the chance? - Yes
Have you ever dated someone longer than a year? - No
Do you have any tattoos/piercings? - Just my ears
Does anyone love you? - My family does, among other people
Have you ever been sung to?- Yes, for my birthday
Do you like to cuddle? - Yes I do
Have you held hands with anyone today? - No
Who was the last person you took a picture of? - Me personally? The last time I used my camera to take a picture was as I was going down the escalator at the airport to take pictures of my family. But the last picture on my camera is of Jill and I being reunited!
Do you believe in staying close with your exes? - It probably depends on the guy. I don't know
Are most of the friends in your life new or old? - New
What is something your friends make fun of you for? -I had some missionary friends make fun of me for baking Bob the Tarantula
Have you ever ridden an elephant? -No
What are you saving your money up for right now? - College
When is the last time you ate peanut butter and jelly? - I honestly, truly, don't remember
Live in Thanksgiving Daily
3 years ago


text:
Eligibility & Application Requirements
Full-time students seeking degrees in science or engineering, with a GPA of 3.3 or better are invited to apply to the program. U.S. citizen or permanent resident applicants should complete the online application and submit a copy of their complete transcripts (unofficial transcripts acceptable for current FIU students), along with three letters of recommendation addressed to Dr. Ophelia Weeks, MARC U*STAR Program Director, and sent to:
11200 SW 8th St. AHC4-427
Miami, FL. 33199
Attn. MARC U*STAR Program Coordinator, Amy Reid
The program coordinator must receive these materials by:
March 1st
To file a complete application, please submit:
- Online application form (See Below)
- Statement of Purpose
- Three (3) letters of recommendation
- Resume or CV
- Official Transcripts (FIU Transcripts may be Unofficial)
NOTE: All supporting documentation MUST be hand delivered to the address provided
If you have any questions, contact Amy Reid at email@example.com or call 305-348-6662.


text:
Recreation Industry News
Guru of Glue Develops New NORDOT Killer Turf Adhesive
After 44 years, Norris Legue is still active in new adhesive development and technology. He has most recently developed a new NORDOT "Killer Turf Adhesive" #34R-4(Super) and has introduced it to the synthetic turf adhesives market.
Click here to open the news item in a separate window.


text:
Deep Experience. Strong Relationships.
SustainVC and PCC Funds History
The first SustainVC Patient Capital Collaborative (PCC) fund was launched in 2007 through a partnership with Investors' Circle (IC) to offer a professionally-managed fund for IC members and to leverage IC's broad deal flow. The funds were then expanded to include non-IC Limited Partners and now five funds have closed: PCC '07, PCC '09, PCC '11, PCC '13, and PCC '15. The SustainVC PCC portfolio includes 32 high-impact companies across a broad range of sectors and geography. SustainVC funds have the goal of returning measurable social and environmental impact as well as market rate financial returns by backing solutions that share a vision of a sustainable, more equitable and healthier world.
Investment Focus
Investments are focused on areas where great need co-exists with great potential:
Investment Criteria
Within the above impact themes, SustainVC looks for companies that fit the following criteria:
- Strong, passionate management teams
- Clear traction in the form of revenue/client/users
- Early-stage ventures - Series Seed/Series A
- Revenue of $100K-$5M
- Seeking funds of $500K - $5M
If you are interested in learning more about SustainVC funds, please email Eric (at) SustainVC.com


text:
Google is even thinking of having separate engines for desktop and mobiles. It is alleged that by 2016 3 quarters of the planet's organization will be addressed on cell phones or tablets.
"At our Search engine optimization Company in Sydney, we provide search engine pleasant written content, optimised from the start. We help you rank your important words and phrases and phrases and regulate indexing, analytics and monitoring to make sure you get benefits".
Engines like google like Google have progressed to recognise and penalise these 'black hat' methods, necessitating Website positioning firms to evolve with them by only utilizing superior-high-quality or 'white hat' solutions.
Our knowledgeable search engine advertising staff has an extensive knowledge of the varied social networking marketing and advertising approaches, and understands the worth of common coverage that will help enhance visitors stream and on the net revenue for your enterprise, bringing you a beneficial return with your expense.
Following 6 months of profitable campaign, we then evaluate continual expansion, building new plans to grow your enterprise even more.
So as that can assist you with that we use a dependable, time-examined and updated formula. We also have connections with international corporations, with whom we brain storm and therefore have usage of the up-to-day info and formulation that assistance your internet site seo rank.
A combination of pursuits than follows to deliver the website higher on serps. Since these are typically performed out from the shopper's Web-site pages, so we get in touch with it OFF PAGE SEO module of Search engine optimization. The things to do require but aren't limited to the next:
To stay forward of your Google curve and to be certain we've been always within the bleeding edge, we've been frequently updating our Website positioning practical experience and updating the Search engine optimisation services we offer to our Sydney clients by researching the newest industry news and developments.
We're going to Look into your present internet site, your present rankings plus your backlinks. This will likely help us uncover where you may need enable and what you are undertaking appropriate.
Which means you lookup Google on your crucial services and your web site is nowhere for being viewed? Welcome to the planet of Search engine optimisation. The online search engine is a posh databases pushed by algorithmic selections which means that business owners have it difficult aiming to comprehend and navigate via these unchartered territories. This is where Search engine optimization Premier comes in. To place it really simply, we will help you get located.
Your comment is being submitted, please wait a moment.
This site seems when on the net data defense services detect requests coming from your computer community which appear to be in violation of our Web site's terms of use…
Mar 07, 2017
Like an overnight success (6 a long time from the making!) Dave started to hit the 'house operates'. He was dominating his market, the inventory market, using #one posi…
Feb 21, 2017
Thank you a great deal for this record. I've been working at home for 8 months and it's got it's up and downs but I do enjoy the freedom I just wish I could make far mo…
Feb 20, 2017
Before you decide to choose to start off reaching out to all of these freelance writing providers, you need to Possess a World-wide-web existence. You need a site (in m…
Feb 14, 2017
Liable for accomplishing on board gross sales earnings by motivating crew to offer. Get the job done carefully With all the audit and excellent Examine groups to establ…
Feb 12, 2017


text:
I would like some help with this Mg ID disc. it was excavated in Stalingrad, 've never seen one like this before! What do i guys think!
I would like some help with this Mg ID disc. it was excavated in Stalingrad, 've never seen one like this before! What do i guys think!
I have just been looking for the unit in - the Lexikon der Wehrmacht. And i cant find it..
so I'm guessing this one is fake.
Hi Kemi,
Well there's nothing wrong with the marking- it's Infanterie-Ersatz-Bataillon 385 as it says- the fact that it has 4. MG isn't anything special; the 4. Kompanie of every IEB was the MG Kompanie, it's just not always marked 'MG'. It has other problems though, which make it suspicious. First is the font of the large capital letters- the 'G' especially is very much like common fake forms. And the staining on the back appears to show 3 Trennschlitzen as if this disc were stacked with another- which is sometimes seen on fakes that have been chemically 'aged'. It'll be necessary to compare the fonts to known fakes though to see if there's a match.
Is that the only photo or is there perhaps one that's larger? I doubt I'll be able to show for certain that anything matches exactly, but I have found examples of both letter types that do appear to be very close.
Ohhhhh- pillage then burn...
See the 'G' and the 'RS' do look surprisingly close- both are from fake SS discs. It's not common that fakers bother with simple IEB discs, but adding the MG and the long 'Blutgr' abbreviation make it a more interesting disc- and I wouldn't be surprised if claiming it's from Stalingrad increased the price...
Ohhhhh- pillage then burn...
Similar Threads


text:
The woman in fact pattern one
The store owner in fact pattern two
They both have the right to kill
Neither has the right to kill
The best argument against democracy is a five-minute conversation with the average voter.
An appeaser is one who feeds a crocodile, hoping it will eat him last.
Neither has a strong right to kill. In both instances it would be a barbaric inhumane killing and neither is merited.
Tired of elections being between the lesser of two evils.When the debate is lost, slander becomes the tool of the loser. -Socrates
Fiddling While Rome Burns
ISIS: Carthago Delenda Est
"I used to roll the dice; see the fear in my enemies' eyes... listen as the crowd would sing, 'now the old king is dead, Long Live the King.'.."
The best argument against democracy is a five-minute conversation with the average voter.
An appeaser is one who feeds a crocodile, hoping it will eat him last.
Logic only comes back into play through 2 arguments. Either 1.) the life inside a woman's body isn't life, yet; or 2.) it's ok to kill someone at any age if they're on your property and unwanted. The 2nd argument is a hard one to maintain ("Yes, I pushed him into oncoming traffic, officer, but he was standing in my yard eating my last bag of cheetos").
The Supreme Court can say what they want. I'm sure I disagree with a lot of other things they've said over the years, too. They are a political body who interpret law through the eyes of social will.
The US is an odd ship. The captain yells out when he sees obtacles , but 535 individual propellers do the steering.
The bottom line is the right to life is the most basic and fundemental right and the child did nothing to warrant nullifying that right.
The junkie thief on the other hand has violated the property rights of someone else. Since he does not respect the rights of others, society has no obligationt to respect his rights. We do have concepts of due process and fair trials, but that is not to protect the rights of criminals, but the rights of innocents who may be accused of a crime (here there is no doubt he's guilty) and also serves an important check on the government's near monopoly on the legitimate use of force. Without those safeguards, the government could imprison or execute anyone for any reason.FACT PATTERN TWO: A thief climbs over a fence and into the parking lot of a car dealership, intending to steal money or property to pay for his serious drug addiction. He has no intention of hurting anyone -- he believes the property to be empty of employees for the night. As such, he is armed with only a small pocket-knife which he carries on his person at all times. Unbeknownst to him, the store owner is sitting in his office and sees the guy come over the fence. Sensing that the guy is probably a thief, the owner pulls out his shot-gun, barrels out of the building. He wants to shoot the man for trespassing. He thinks the guy might have a gun but is mostly just furious the thief would dare attempt to steal from him. The thief has been on his property for all of forty seconds. The thief has no family to miss him or to ensure that he stays in compliance with the law. The store owner has a wife and kids and enough money to cover losses due to theft without sending his company or himself into significant debt.
The poll question is: who has the stronger right to kill? Why? Also, which right should be valued more highly -- the right to control of one's property, or the right to control of one's body? How does culpability play into this question? And anything else you would like to add?
The store owner here is not the government. Rather he is an individual defending his right to benefit from the fruits of his labor (i.e. property rights). He doesn't know if the thief is armed or not. He doesn't know if his intentions are to simply rob him or perhaps to do greater harm. Trying to apprehend or detain the thief could potentially put the store owner at risk for harm. The fact that the owner can easily cover the loss is not relevant. That doesn't make him a more acceptable target for crime.
If we believe in property rights, we must also believe in the right to defend our property. And such measures are ultimately backed up by the use of force. If the owner tells the thief to freeze, but cannot legally use force to detain the thief, what is to stop the thief from ignoring his orders and continuing with the robbery? Do we expect the owner to watch the thief rob him blind, while he impotently stands there despite having a gun in his hands? Or do we expect the owner to give the initiative to the thief, waiting for him to make the first threatening move before the owner can use force to defend himself?
When you violate the rights of others, you become fair game for retaliation from those who would seek to stop you (in the heat of the moment, this does not excuse vigilante attempts to track down the thief after the fact). Due process and fair trial rights of the thief are not violated, because those are checks on government authority not checks on the rights of individuals to defend themselves and their property.
Slipping into madness is good for the sake of comparison - Unknown.
The business owner has no right to kill the thief, but has a definite right to hold him at gunpoint until the police arrive.
If you strike me down, I'll become more powerful than you could possibly imagine.
Not to mention, what happens if the thief decides to attack? Or dives for cover and then pulls his own gun? The owner has the advantage with the gun presumable already drawn and aimed, but why needlessly put yourself at risk (no matter how minimal)?
If you believe in property rights, then it's only logical that we also have the right to defend our property. And that means using force (including lethal) to enforce those rights.
Slipping into madness is good for the sake of comparison - Unknown.


text:
By Dubi Silverstein One of the qualities of good teams is that they can win the games in which they don't play particularly well. But that assumes that good teams only play bad games occasionally. The Rangers, not playing nearly as well as they had previously, won two, maybe even three games in a row last week that could have easily gone the other way if not for Henrik Lundqvist's superb goaltending. Not that sweeping a series of games that may have otherwise constituted a mini-slump is cause for panic, but with two of those last wins over the league-worst Toronto Maple Leafs, coach John Tortorella certainly had cause for concern. "WeÆve lost our concentration as far as our battles and turning our back on the puck," Tortorella told reporters after a 4-1 win in Toronto extended their strea ...
Read Full Article at Bleacher Report - NHL
Article written by Blueshirt Bulletin
Rangers Slip Is Showing But They Keep WinningPosted: 18th October 2009 by Blueshirt Bulletin in NHL
Comments Off


text:
The School of Dentistry offers a wide range of patient services through its student, graduate and faculty clinics. We welcome the opportunity to provide dental care for your entire family.
(UTHS) is a primary care provider and part of the faculty clinical practice of UTHealth Cizik School of Nursing.
The medical group practice of McGovern Medical School, UT Physicians has more than 900 physicians certified in 80 medical specialties and subspecialties and provides multi-specialty care for the entire family.
Learn more about the ongoing and recently completed clinical, translational and basic science research by UTHealth scientists. The profiles of more than 1,300 faculty are available online.
Search our database by name, topic, school or department.
We are fortunate to count on so many giving-hearted supporters, and we want to share some of their stories with you. We want to show you the courage, the determination, and the generosity of spirit that define their journeys with UTHealth.
Read about our featured donor
Your team of health care providers work tirelessly to provide the world-class care that you have come to know. In addition to providing first-rate care, UT Physicians and UT Dentists also serve as faculty members at UTHealth. Here, they teach the next generation of health care leaders and conduct high-impact research to help solve some of the greatest health challenges of our time. We invite you to share your appreciation and partner with UTHealth by making a gift in honor of your health care provider.
Make a Gift! Share Your Story
For more information, please contact:Cathy WhiteDirector of Grateful Patient and Family ProgramOffice: 713-500-3442Mobile: email@example.com
Leave the following checkbox unchecked. There are no terms to agree with.
I agree to the terms


text:
|Click Here to Login
« Is this a good laptop??? | quick question about the Terratec DMX 6fire soundcard.. confused about 5.1 »
Our communities encompass many different hobbies and interests, but each one is built on friendly, intelligent membership.
» More about our Communities
Our Marine websites focus on Cruising and Sailing Vessels, including forums and the largest cruising Wiki project on the web today.
» More about our Marine Communities


text:
Hi folks,
Our 27' round AGP will be installed on June 10th and I was told about TFP by Zed88 who has given me a wealth of information already. I grew up with an AGP but that was many years ago and I'm excited to "dive" back in. Sorry, bad pun. We live in Northern Illinois, so, swimming season is limited. We'll be looking for ways to make every day a good swimming day from Memorial Day through Labor Day at least.


text:
Better than new 2-story!! This is a beautiful 3 bed 2.5 bath located in a desirable quiet neighborhood on a corner lot. This home boasts an open great room concept w/ living room and spacious peninsula kitchen with over-sized pantry. The 2nd floor has huge master suite with walk-in closet and garden tub, family room area and upper level laundry. Fully Landscaped with sprinkler system, fenced backyard and A/C. A must see!
Listing courtesy of SARMLS / RE/MAX of SpokaneSelling Office: Keller Williams Spokane - Main.
Listings last updated . All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.


text:
Are they wasting their time helping him, or do you think he was better off on the streets. I mean this man checked out of rehab. Failure or success story? I say a good attempt gone bad. What do you think?Answer Question
Asked by ambr2006 at 4:53 AM on Jan. 29, 2011 in EntertainmentLevel 19 (7,881 Credits)
Answer by sunie101 at 5:21 AM on Jan. 29, 2011
Answer by LilyPondOasis at 8:02 AM on Jan. 29, 2011
Answer by elizabr at 8:30 AM on Jan. 29, 2011
Answer by HappyGirl44 at 10:59 AM on Jan. 29, 2011
I'm hoping things will turn out well for him after all the spot light.
Answer by musicmom08 at 11:54 AM on Jan. 29, 2011
Next question in Entertainment
Next question overall
(Hobbies & Crafts)
Magazine choices?
Recently Bumped in Life & Home
If you are interested!


text:
Patrik Elias will see his No. 26 jersey retired by the Devils in a pregame ceremony on Feb. 24, 2018 versus the New York Islanders.
Patrik Elias has retired from the NHL but could play in the Czech Republic next season.
Patrik Elias has announced his retirement.
Patrik Elias has continued to skate and still hopes to return to the NHL.
A decision from Patrik Elias could come by January.
It seems unlikely that Patrik Elias will enter training camp with a contract, but that doesn't mean that the New Jersey Devils won't eventually re-sign him.
A decision isn't expected come on Patrik Elias until the end of August or early September.
Patrik Elias' status for the 2016-17 campaign is still very much unclear.
Patrik Elias is hoping to play with New Jersey in 2016-17.
Patrik Elias has undergone successful knee surgery.
Patrik Elias isn't sure if he's played in his last game.
Patrik Elias went out in style on Saturday, collecting three points during Saturday's 5-1 win over Toronto.
Confirming an earlier note, Patrik Elias will play Saturday against Toronto.
Patrik Elias could be playing in his final NHL game Saturday.


text: We live up in NH and the winters can get pretty harsh. I was told to insulate the coop when we build it but, what is best for insulating? I was just going to put in regular fiberglass insulation covering the walls in a 1/4" plywood. Is there a better idea? I assume I should use a heat lamp in there during the winter or do I need to?


text:
Dewislen - Menu
10 Uchaf-Top 10
Cyfrif-Your Account
Dolennau-Web Links
Recommend Us
Rhowch Newyddion- Submit_News
Ar lein-Online
There are currently, 27 guest(s) and 0 member(s) that are online.
You are Anonymous user. You can register for free by clicking
B. Llydan-B. band
The B.S.G.
Community & regions
Scottish highlands
Mwy - More
UK List
Wi Fi
802.11 Planet
Alan Reiter''s Wireless Data Web Log
Ecademy Wi-Fi News
O''Reilly Networks Wireless DevCenter
Practically Networked
The Register
Wireless Developer Network
Deprivation-not being targeted well enough,slush fund for statutory agencies!
These are some of the findings that are highlighted by a recent survey into the governments policies that show that the neighbourhood renewal fund (NRF) still faces major hurdles in reducing the gap between the most deprived neighbourhoods and the rest.
The £2.9bn neighbourhood renewal fund has not significantly shifted the spending patterns of local authorities, research by New Start and the Centre for Local Economic Strategies has found. The research, revealed in this weeks new start magazine, shows the neighbourhood renewal fund (NRF) still faces major hurdles in reducing the gap between the most deprived neighbourhoods in England and the rest.
Whilst Wales follows it's own furrow in the guise of Communities first, this data is disturbing especially when you consider that the Neighbourhood renewal scheme in England is about two years more mature than that in Wales, and has consumed considerably more in public funding.
Is this a warning for us in Wales, or a foretaste of the fallout we may encounter in a few years time?
Community involvement is not strong enough; small pockets of deprivation are not being targeted well enough; and working practices are not changing fast enough, the study found. The research, by policy analysts at Cles, was based on a survey of local authority officers and community empowerment networks across England.
The study followed the announcement in July of the allocation of £1.05bn of neighbourhood renewal funding for 2006-2008. Those surveyed generally welcomed the new money and were positive about the fund, but had reservations about its application in practice.
There was applause for innovations such as local area agreements, which give local authorities more flexibility about how money is spent and allow priorities to be set locally. But some respondents felt the wide focus of the funding prevented partnerships from zeroing in on specific local needs.
There were continuing concerns about the quality of community involvement, with some community empowerment networks feeling they had little influence on local strategic partnerships priorities. In some cases it was felt NRF had been used as a slush fund for statutory agencies.
But a large majority of respondents still felt NRF had a positive impact. It had enabled different agencies to discuss challenges effectively, take joint responsibility for spending decisions and draw in match funding from other sources.
However, knowledge of the specific impacts of the fund was limited in some areas because not enough data was being collected. In many cases the fund was being used simply to pay for services rather than to change the way statutory agencies worked.
For full details contact email@example.com, tel: 0161 233 1927
Here is some more detail -
In July the government announced how it was allocating £1.05bn for the fund over the next three years - a clear vote of confidence in the policy, which lies at the heart of the national strategy for neighbourhood renewal introduced in 2001.
But do the people who have to administer the fund think it is working, and are local communities getting a real say in where the money goes? Do they regard the new allocations as fair? Where is there room for improvement?
To find out, the Centre for Local Economic Strategies surveyed managers responsible for neighbourhood renewal funding, and community empowerment network representatives. The survey is the second conducted via the CLES/New Start rapid research service.
The study provided a valuable insight into the workings of the neighbourhood renewal fund (NRF) at a local level. We found:
Most respondents were satisfied with the organisation, allocation, and flexibility of the fund. But there was room for improvement and challenges remain in ensuring the fund operates and is distributed effectively
The impact at local level was generally positive but it was felt there was room for significant improvement There were mixed reactions to the allocations for 2006-08. Many felt the renewed funding highlighted the governments continued support for local decision-making, public service reform and closing the inequality gap. Local area agreements were generally welcomed Many felt the focus of the fund was too wide, preventing partnerships from tackling difficult issues in deprived areas appropriately. It was also felt that the application of the NRF to a wide range of themes did not necessarily relate to floor targets or reflect local needs in small neighbourhoods Sometimes analysis of needs was based on districts rather than the super output areas that inform the index of multiple deprivation.
It was felt that the fund, in many places, did not allocate significant resources towards mainstream service provision in the most challenging areas; nor was it was being used to change working practices,
Changing priorities for 2006-08, however, generally reflected an understanding of these findings and of the need to connect neighbourhood renewal themes.
It was felt that community involvement could be stronger
What has NRF achieved?
The national strategy for neighbourhood renewal seeks to focus on key areas of decline across the country by attempting to address six key domains: employment and economies; crime; education and skills; health; poor housing and liveability. The neighbourhood renewal fund has provided a combined total of £1.875bn to the 88 most deprived local authorities from 2001 to 2006.
Local authorities have had the flexibility to allocate these funds to the neighbourhoods in the greatest need and to tackle the issues most relevant to those neighbourhoods.
The 2004 spending review extended the lifespan of the NRF with a further £1.05bn for 2006-2008. On 21 July the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister published local authorities allocations.
There is early evidence to suggest that neighbourhood renewal funding is already having a positive impact:
Education - the gap between the average pass rate for five GSCEs (grades A*-C) in the NRF districts and England as a whole has narrowed from 10.2 percentage points in 1997/98 to 8.3 in 2002/03 Employment - in the 88 NRF districts employment has increased by 1.7 percentage points since 1997/98 compared with 1.4 points nationally. This represents an extra 500,000 people from deprived areas in work. Crime - there has been progress in reducing certain aspects of crime in the 88 NRF areas. For example, the gap between the average burglary rate for the 88 NRF districts and the average for England fell by a fifth, from 10.3 percentage points to 8.1 percentage points, between 1999/2000 and 2003/04. Health - research suggests that improvements are being made; however the gaps between the most deprived areas and the rest of the country continue to increase or remain static. For example, the gap for male life expectancy between the national average and the 88 NRF areas is almost static at 1.5 years.
Delivering the neighbourhood renewal fund
Local area agreements (LAAs) are designed to improve the relationship between central and local government and local strategic partnerships. They are expected to focus on local solutions to local problems and needs, through partnership working, as well as meeting national priorities and standards.
Community strategies, developed by LSPs, play a key role in allowing LAAs to reflect local as well as national priorities. All additional funding streams from central government, including the NRF, will flow through the LAA and its four blocks: children and young people, safer stronger communities, healthier communities and older people, and enterprise and economic development, except in areas that are piloting the single pot LAA. This allows public services more flexibility to provide local solutions to local circumstances.
The local enterprise growth initiative (Legi) is also set to be channelled through LAAs in the fourth block. Community empowerment networks (CENs) are the formal vehicle linking the community and voluntary sectors with local strategic partnerships. They are responsible for getting information about LSPs out to all sections of the community and providing ways in which people most affected by poor service delivery can get involved in discussing and planning how services should be changed.
Results and analysis
As part of this study we sought the opinions of 26 local authority officers and community empowerment network officers, distributed equally through the English regions
Satisfaction with NRF since 2001
Each respondent was asked to rate their satisfaction with NRF. The majority were satisfied for a number of reasons, including the additional money it provides to tackle deprivation at neighbourhood level (see Fig. 1).
Several noted that mainstream funding alone would not tackle these issues in sufficient depth. Other respondents, particularly those from community empowerment networks, were pleased with the funding available to the voluntary and community sector.
However, others questioned the process through which the LSP distributed the money. Some respondents felt CENs and the voluntary and community sector as a whole had little influence over LSP priorities, while others complained that at times the NRF had been used as a slush fund for the LSP and other statutory agencies.
Impact of NRF
The vast majority of respondents felt NRF has had a positive impact in their area (see Fig. 2). Respondents also mentioned additional ways in which they felt NRF had improved the quality of life in the most deprived neighbourhoods. These included:
enabling effective discussion of the challenges facing certain areas in order to effect significant change allowing partners to take joint responsibility for local issues drawing in significant amounts of match funding increasing community involvement, allowing residents groups and the community sector more widely to understand the issues and influence public policy However, although 80% of respondents said NRF has had and will continue to have a positive impact, several also mentioned continuing challenges, including:
little overall impact despite some good projects little data collection and therefore little evidence of the impact of NRF in specific areas limited movement towards mainstreaming - in some cases NRF has been treated as just another fund outcomes have been limited because there is little focus on floor targets and reducing the inequality gap Allocation of funds
Two thirds of respondents were very pleased or pleased with the allocation for 2006-08 (see Fig. 3). Positive themes included:
increased funding is an acknowledgement of the issues and demonstrates confidence in the ability of the local partnership to effect change funding to new NRF areas illustrates an understanding of small areas of deprivation the consultation document indicated the likely levels of funding for several authorities, meaning that changes were not a major shock where decreases in NRF occurred in some areas, additional funds such as the SSCF cushioned losses and will enable progress to continue Although two thirds of respondents were pleased with their allocation, several authorities and CENs voiced concerns. These included:
despite demonstrable evidence of continued deprivation, removal of the NRF raises concerns about how to tackle deprivation and inequality in future CENs in particular were worried about their sustainability without the single community programme, which was a cornerstone of NRF and a key source of CEN funding. Some respondents noted a contradiction between the allocation of the NRF and the governments agenda - government priorities would have suggested more funding for a smaller number of extremely deprived areas, yet a large number of authorities (86) continued to receive NRF money.
Prioritisation of neighbourhood renewal themes
We asked the respondents to identify which themes of neighbourhood renewal were given most funding. However, many were unable to highlight one specific theme, and often explained that they focused on two or three themes or looked at neighbourhood renewal in an integrated manner.
A significant number felt that neighbourhood renewal presented an opportunity to address a mixture of local issues in a holistic, joined-up approach. They felt NRF enabled partnerships to address what would initially appear to be separate problems in a connected manner and look at linkages between issues such as worklessness and ill health, or teenage conceptions and education.
Others felt neighbourhood renewal funding allowed them to focus on a particularly prevalent issue in their neighbourhoods. The most common themes identified were education and crime.
Changing priorities for 2006-08
We asked respondents if they planned to change their priorities in 2006-08. Nearly half said they did.
Some local authorities had recently reviewed their NRF priorities. The advent of local area agreements in some areas had led local authorities and LSPs to reassess particularly challenging issues and set local targets.
Some respondents intend to focus on mainstreaming projects previously funded through NRF, while others said there would be a renewed focus on meeting floor targets and reducing the inequality gap.
Some said the new funds would enable them to focus on far smaller geographical neighbourhoods with the greatest challenges.
Of those who stated that they would not change their focus, some said they would continue to prioritise the same themes because of continued underperformance and a mismatch between floor targets and actual levels of deprivation. Others said NRF was not a great deal of money compared with mainstream funding.
Community empowerment networks and the NRF
We asked respondents whether they were satisfied with community involvement in the NRF process (see Fig. 4). The vast majority were satisfied or very satisfied, but some did identify key challenges:
there is still a way to go in ensuring effective community engagement in strategic decision-making. the voluntary and community sector is often outnumbered; there are more partners from statutory agencies. However, these partners are beginning to realise it is better to have community involvement at an early stage there is currently little evidence of the local achievements of NRF, which means communities are reluctant to become involved
Despite these challenges some CENs have been awarded excellent status by the Audit Commission for their integration in the NRF process; the voluntary sector leads on certain projects; and CENs are involved in thematic as well as area partnerships. Many respondents also welcomed local area agreements as a further way to foster community involvement.
Of the respondents who were dissatisfied, many felt CENs were not sufficiently in touch with the communities they serve and that many residents remain distant from the NRF process, with little to motivate them to become involved.
The geographical nature of neighbourhood renewal funding
Although NRF is allocated in a fair way based on the indices of deprivation, concerns have been expressed that certain areas are allocated far more funding than others.
Many local authorities concentrate on one or a few neighbourhoods, so others with similar levels of inequality and deprivation are often left out. Funds are also often concentrated on relatively large neighbourhoods, missing smaller pockets of deprivation.
Some respondents felt a focus on the smallest, most deprived, neighbourhoods would be a more beneficial use of the NRF. However, such areas might no longer match local authority or ward boundaries.
The core metropolitan councils tend to receive far more funding than smaller authorities. In the north west, Manchester and Liverpool, despite a drop in NRF over 2006-08, receive far more than authorities such as Wigan, Burnley and Preston, which face similar challenges.
There are also major regional and local variations. The north west will receive by far the most NRF - more than £143m, split between 21 local authority areas. Liverpool and Manchester will receive more than £30m, while Preston and Tameside will receive just over £2m. London will receive more than £100m for 2006/07.
In the south east, only Brighton and Hove, and Hastings, will receive a total of £3,375,618 for 2006/07. Rural areas in the south west such as Kerrier receive less than metropolitan areas. This may cause additional problems as European structural funds are withdrawn from 2006.
A key concern highlighted by the research was that NRF is not helping significantly to realign mainstream resources in deprived areas; nor is it facilitating new ways of focusing on key challenges in small or particularly challenging areas.
Some respondents suggested this round of the NRF should have taken on more of a neighbourhood focus. Some even felt that in failing to do this, the government was contradicting its own guidance.
Many felt mainstream statutory authorities, rather than the NRF, should probably fund certain projects that were currently receiving neighbourhood renewal funding. Others felt that some people involved in the process merely saw NRF as an additional fund, similar to the single regeneration budget or European programmes, to finance projects rather than alter working methods.
Elected members
Concerns were raised about whether local elected members fully understand the processes surrounding NRF or appreciate the importance of community involvement and priority setting, as well as the focus on super output areas and specific issues. It was felt elected members needed more training on these issues.
Some people we spoke to also suggested that the timeframes involved in NRF were unhelpful - they were too long to focus on very short term aims such liveability, but too short to effect change in long term problem areas such as housing.
Respondents raised several key questions to be considered when spending the new funds for 2006-08:
who suffers deprivation and inequality, where, and how? are statutory agencies meeting NRF objectives? should there be a further focus on smaller pockets of deprivation or particularly challenging issues? are local authorities and LSPs the appropriate distributors of NRF? What role do local area agreements have to play? how do you identify key challenges? how do you ensure effective evidence collection and how do you feed this into policy making and strategy development? should there be an enhanced role for the voluntary and community sector?
find out more
Analysis of consultation responses on the allocation of the new Neighbourhood Renewal Fund resources for 2006-07 and 2007-08, www.odpm.gov.uk
Government allocates £1.3bn to over 100 local authorities in greatest need to improve quality of life. ODPM news release: www.odpm.gov.uk/pns//DisplayPN.cgi?pn_id=2005_0142
Neighbourhood renewal fund allocations 2006-07 and 2007-08. ODPM news release: www.odpm.gov.uk/pns//pnattach/20050142/1.doc
Source- New start
Don't have an account yet? You can
create one
. As a registered user you have some advantages like theme manager, comments configuration and post comments with your name.
Related Links
Cymunedaun Gyntaf Llyn
Gwasanaethau Lleol
Gwynedd Communities first
More about Cymunedol
News by waen
Most read story about Cymunedol:
Tai Fforddiadwy - Affordable Housing
Article Rating
Average Score:
Please take a second and vote for this article:
Printer Friendly Page
Send to a Friend
© llyn.net 2002-9
Web site engine's code is Copyright © 2002 by
. All Rights Reserved. PHP-Nuke is Free Software released under the
GNU/GPL license
Page Generation: 0.070 Seconds


text:
Near perfect weather continued on Saturday, September 9 for TGC's Steel Challenge match, combine that with shooters and steel and you couldn't ask for a more perfect day.
Here are your scores for the TGC September 2017 Steel Challenge match on Practiscore.com.
Don't forget we have the first ever Bonnie & Clyde Steel Shootout coming up the second Saturday of October. It will be in place of our regular Steel Challenge match. Click here and get more details about how you could win money in a fun match!
We'll see you in October!


text:
Sponsored By
Front Row Live Music Pick: Lotus PlazaLotus Plaza is the solo project of musician Lockett Pundt, who is the guitar player in Deerhunter.
Front Row Live Music Pick: The CleanThe Clean was one of the first modern bands in New Zealand to play original music.
Front Row Live Music Pick: School Of Seven BellsSchool of Seven Bells is a pop-shoegaze duo out of Brooklyn that gives love to the argument that Brooklyn is the current petri dish for modern music.
'Front Row' Live Music Picks From Bradley JayRemember how much fun it you had last time you saw a great rock band? Well here is your chance to feel the rock passion again.
Local Performers Take Part In Regionals For Air Guitar ChampionshipsIt's not easy being a rock star -- even a make-believe one.


text:
As you are reading this essay , for starters. Composing an article was never simple nor could it ever be, and in the event you choose it just like an very simple endeavor, there's not a certainty you'll get the complete https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tubby_Smith grade that you just want for. Both phrases are excessively widely employed.
It's likely to generally form the topic to be sure it writing analysis is unique to the debate which you're proposing within your own essay. As the author, you don't needs to build up some argument to spell out the thesis. In the function of composing a thesis paper, its own statement retains an important status inside the full content.
The very best idea would be to pick informative article topics which truly subject for you. You'll find lots of kinds of themes for you to pick from. You'll find numerous formats to pick from if it comes to how exactly to compose your essay.
Deciding research paper topic concepts arises in a suitable understanding of a person's surroundings. It's crucial that the chosen topic is normal for the audience together using the writer. A debatable topic stipulates the author the possiblity to draw out many vital factors.
For instance, when writing literature essay on contrasting of just two fiction personalities, it's inadequate simply to clarify private characteristics of every one of these. Thus, a lot of people often occupy argumentative research paper topics. Inspiration to produce your own personal advertisements or media argumentative essay themes is not catchy to detect.
The debut addresses the important issue or question an essay addresses. Your exploration has to be more thorough rather than neglect to re check.
This may also turn into a helpful base tool for learning how how to compose an essay utilizing language of argumentation. Truly argumentation is actually a acquirement. If you are likely to look for your death essay launching thoughts over the web you will remember to discover a large number of them but in the event that you'll like some excellent starters then you may examine the subsequent attention grabber hints to begin your death essay.
You should deposit all sides of the specific difficulty in leading of the reader she or he has the capability to form his view. The second and third paragraph needs to have a history into this matter, beyond attempts that were designed to accomplish an option. Go at your own speed, also http://bit.ly/2zYF072 work through the outline 1 part at one period should you would like to.
It isn't just the grade of producing but also the matter also plays an important role the achievements of this essay. If you've gained a curiosity from the topic then you are getting to be inspired to compose your own composition. The topic ought to be more specific so much as you possibly can.
You need to deposit all sides of a particular difficulty at the front part of the reader he or she has the ability to shape his viewpoint. The second and third paragraph needs to possess an background into this issue, past efforts that were made to accomplish a solution. Proceed at your own pace, and work throughout the outline 1 segment at one time in case you prefer to.
The impression of negligence has been element of life span. One other debate for these changes is it may assist in preventing tax increases being mandatory in the very long term. Alcohol Legislation you'll be able to find out more on the topic of the legislation around the using drug and alcoholic beverages across Earth.
You have to be affirmative after you state the argument subject. As the author, that you don't needs to develop any debate to spell the thesis out. An thesis announcement enables the reader to be aware of the real focus of your document.
The debut of the essay is important. Essay writing is not ever an easy endeavor. Argumentative essays are extremely standard in educational writing and are frequently an considerable part creating in most areas.
Examinator always is observing for signals of cheating Students possess an extremely fantastic phantasy along with memory . Don't quit before a conclusion may be reached by you, brainstorming. Speech is one of many fascinating varieties of addresses.
The very best idea would be to pick essay issues that truly subject to you. You'll find lots of types of topics for you. This kind of topic isn't advised in the event that you're looking for assess essay subjects such as your college.
At the specific same period, it will supply a productive debate which provides the readers with an expert insight in to the issue. If you start your address or article with a feeble opening, then you run the potential of losing the interest in one's crowd. By this, he'll get a clearer picture of exactly what she or he wants to communicate.
These elements may appear simple, but they truly are often the most challenging types to write, yet the rationale lots of folks opt to get argumentative composition as opposed to writing it separately. With regard to place, its own the fourth-largest nation on the planet with a excellent offer of usable property which then helps using the Agri Culture, inhabitation and expansion broadly speaking. Consider how your audience will be addressed by you.


text:
A new business in Nittany Mall hopes to get off to a running start when it opens Dec. 17.
That would be only appropriate for Planet Fitness, a fitness center company based out of Newington, N.H.
Planet Fitness, located next to Sears in the mall, has undergone months of renovations, which will be completed days before its opening.
"We look forward to being a mainstay in State College," regional manager Stephen Kindler said. "We were looking at territories and got a deal struck with Nittany Mall, because we really feel it's a growing community that's been untapped."
He said new Planet Fitness locations tend to open at this time of year, because that's when membership spikes for gyms.
"We don't really set goals for numbers," Kindler said. "I can tell you on a busy day we can see over 1,000 come in and that can be from December through April or May. That's the busy season."
The 18,300 square foot fitness center will employ 15 to 20 people.
"When we come into these new markets we hire local people to help the economy, and hopefully it has a trickle down effect locally," Kindler said. "Hopefully, shoppers in the mall decide to become members, and the members we attract shop in other stores in the mall."
People can register for membership next to Charlotte Russe in the mall.
Fresh start for Central PA Mixed Martial Arts
Business kept growing for Central PA Mixed Martial Arts so much that it's outgrown its South Atherton Street home.
With about 500 students, there was a need for more breathing room.
"We're busting at the seams," head instructor Ryan Gruhn said. "We have had to add classes, and fortunately the new facility is four times the space we have now."
CPAMMA's goal is to move to 1445 W. College Ave., a Penn State property, by Jan. 1, though a grand opening date has not been set. Free parking will be provided at the new location, and free seminars will be provided throughout January.
The new home for CPAMMA will have an MMA cage, boxing ring and more 5,000 square feet of jiu-jitsu mats
"It's going to be unbelievable," Gruhn said. "Formerly, Kissell Motorsports leased it, and they renovated it. It's beautiful inside with all hardwood floors. We'll have all brand new equipment to go with it."
Go to facebook.com/cpamma for grand opening updates.
Closing time
A State College-based corporation recently closed on a $226.6 million loan with JP Morgan Chase.
Shaner Hotels will use some loan proceeds to buy out longtime business partner Almanac Realty Investor's stake in 17 Shaner Hotel properties across the country. Almanac Realty Investors will continue to invest in Shaner Hotel's Shaner Finance Fund, which provides rescue capital ad bridge financing to hospitality property owners.
The high-rated AAA 10-year fixed loan provides advantages to the company.
"We believe this loan not only affords us additional financial stability and strengthens our balance sheet, it also provides the flexibility to optimize our hotel portfolio's performance moving forward while reducing our risk portfolio," Chairman Lance Shaner said in a statement.


text: We are having a party at our house in about three weeks and had the idea of doing a pig roast. I need ideas on how to go about doing this. Should I try to find one at a butcher shop, or on the hoof? If on the hoof, how hard is it to process ourselves? We were thinking about a smallish pig---maybe 60-80 lbs. Or would it be better to get a full size pig and have half of it processed for the freezer? I saw feeder pigs in the paper for $35 and butcher hogs for $150. Would a 40# feeder pig feed 20-30+ people? $150 is too much to spend for just the party, but if I can also stock the freezer that might not be a bad price. How much does processing usually cost? Also, anyone have any ideas on the best way to roast a pig. A pit? A smoker? Cinderblock oven? Am I just over my head and need to come up with another idea? I like the idea of going with a homesteading theme. Whole, unproccessed foods. Green beans, roast corn, baked potatoes. This is kind of our housewarming party. (Even though we've been here 8 months.) Anyway, thanks in advance for any ideas!!!


text:
GANT The Regular Broadcloth Banker Shirt
Style Code 3046500
The Regular Broadcloth Banker Shirt, in our airy poplin quality, is made from 100% cotton and features a classic banker stripe that never goes out of style. In a regular fit, this shirt sports a pointed pocket on the chest, button down collar, and our iconic boxpleat and locker loop on the back.
Model is 185 cm and is wearing size M.
Wash dark colors separately
Cotton 100%
Delivery / Returns
Please visit your local GANT site for shipping information for your market.


text:
Hiring the Most Reputable 24/7 Locksmith Service Because of the economic downturn, the number of burglaries in the country has significantly increased. If you are a business owner or a homeowner, then these numbers should scare you. It should be our goal to protect our family at all costs. Although we cannot totally control the fate of the economy, still, we can improve security to our home or office. Protecting your home or business can be a daunting task, but it is very important. Fortunately, this modern world of ours has a lot of reputable locksmiths who can give our home and business better security In order for you to be able to find the right locksmith who can protect your home and your business, it is very important that you consider some few things first. You must make sure that you dedicate some time doing a research on the Internet and searching for the most reputable locksmith in your area. It is also advantageous if you take the time to read articles found on the Internet or blogs that provide useful tips on how to find the best locksmith in your area who provides excellent locksmith services. You might also want to consider asking for some recommendations or suggestions from your friends, neighbors, relatives, families, or individuals you know who had tried hiring the best locksmith in your area. When choosing a locksmith, you need to make sure that you choose wisely. It is also advisable that you take the time to communicate with the locksmith. It is also wise that look for numbers of locksmith on the Internet. After comparing different locksmiths, you will then need to make a shortlist. It is advisable that you choose a locksmith who can provide 24/7 locksmith assistance or service. It is beneficial if you hire a locksmith who can provide 24/7 locksmith service. You will never know when you are going to need them, and so it is best that you that you choose a locksmith who can help you at any time and in anywhere. It is also advisable that you visit the website of the locksmith before you hire them. You must make sure that you are only hiring locksmiths who are credible and have outstanding reputation.
Understanding Experts
Before you hire a particular locksmith, you should also take the time to read comments, testimonials, or feedbacks made by their previous clients or customers. And while you are on the website of the locksmith, it is also advisable that you check for positive reviews. It should be your objective to protect your business, especially your family, at all times. Finally, the best thing about hiring the most reputable locksmith is that you will have a peace of mind 24/7.Figuring Out Experts


text:
Ross Sangster
Obituary for Ross P. Sangster
Dateline: Ballston Lake, NY Ross P. Sangster, 80, of West Side Drive, died peacefully in his sleep in his home on July 21, 2017. Ross was born on November 9, 1936 in Plainfield, NJ and was the son of the late Edward and Frieda (Benz) Sangster. He graduated with the class of 1954 from Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School and continued his education at union College where he earned his Bachelor's degree. Ross was a passionate geologist who worked for NYS Department of Transportation until his retirement in 1993. He was a community man with a desire to make a difference in ways known and unknown. For over 50 years he volunteered as a member of the Ballston Lake Fire Department. Ross enjoyed antique cars and was a member of two local car clubs. He enjoyed traveling throughout the west, especially to Arizona and New Mexico. He treasured spending time with his family at his camp on Upper Saranac Lake. Ross is survived by his love and wife, Nancy Harts Sangster, his daughters, Tamela Sangster of Gansevoort and Patricia (the late Charles) McCormack of Ballston Lake, his grandchildren, Molly and Charles McCormack, III, and his brother, Michael (Rebecca) Sangster of Tucson, AZ. Several nieces and nephews also survive him. He was pre-deceased by his sister, Susan Cassidy. Relatives and friends are invited and may call on Sunday, July 23, 2017 from 2:00 PM-5:00 PM at Townley & Wheeler Funeral Home, 21 Midline Road, Ballston Lake, NY 12019. Funeral will be held on Monday, July 24, 2017 at 10:00 AM at Calvary Episcopal Church, 85 Lakehill Road, Burnt Hills, NY. Interment will follow in Sweetman Cemetery, Charlton, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Episcopal Church or Adirondack A's Model A Club, P.O. Box 1246, Clifton Park. With confidence, the family has placed their trust in the loving care of the Townley & Wheeler Funeral Home, 21 Midline Road, Ballston Lake, and they encourage you to view and leave messages on Ross' Book of Memories at www.TownleyWheelerFH.com