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Caryn Franklin MBE is…where do I even start? Well, firstly one of the most inspirational women I have interviewed so far.
Former i-D Magazine fashion editor and co-editor (6 years) and BBC Broadcaster for the Clothes Show (12 years), Caryn certainly hasn't been camera shy of the industry. Her interview list includes practically everyone from Yves Saint Laurent to Giorgio Armani and she has created televised tributes at the V&A for ITV featuring Vivienne Westwood and Philip Treacy. Ms Franklin has published four books, written for a host of national publications and has co-produced numerous fashion programmes for BBC 1, Channel 4, ITV, Discovery, Granada and UKTV Style.
An external assessor, course validator and lecturer in colleges including Central St Martins, London College of Fashion and Royal College of Art, Caryn has an Honorary Doctorate from Kingston University, is an Honorary Fellow at the Arts University College of Bournemouth, a Visiting Fellow at London College of Fashion and ambassador for the London College of Fashion's Centre of Sustainability and for the Clothes Show Live – a brand she has worked with since its beginning 22 years ago.
For 17 years Caryn has co-chaired award-winning Fashion Targets Breast Cancer, and in 2009 co-founded the award-winning All Walks Beyond the Catwalk, promoting sustainable body and beauty ideals. This initiative has changed university curriculum's and reached international institutions in Canada and Australia. Franklin helped create the Diversity Network at Edinburgh College of Art and the Body Confidence Awards at Parliament; in March 2013, she collected an MBE for services to Positive Body Image and Diversity in Fashion.
To date, Ms Franklin has worked with a plethora of mainstream retailers and brands including Platinum Guild, Royal Mint, Next, Debenhams, Arcadia, Coca Cola, Meryll Lynch, Wella, L'Oreal, Gov. Minister Jo Swinson's Press Office, Graduate Fashion Week, National Portrait Gallery, Cambridge University, SHOWstudio and the V&A Museum.
Now do you see what I mean? I found her story so intriguing; I refused to edit it in case I missed out any of the good bits!
Growing up
I am the eldest of five and I spent a lot of time in the gym and used up all my energy doing training in gymnastics. As a teenager, I had a lot of anxiety and doubt about who I was and how I would fit in. I also had a lot of anger around seeing how unjustly women were treated in comparison to men; I could even see this in my own family. So I was a very lippy teenager, who often challenged my father, both of my parents would be surprised at my energy because I wanted to change things, but they did not discourage me. One of the things I loved was clothing, we didn't have 'fashion' as such in those days or a high street, and we didn't have any money. I would get packages of second hand clothes from relatives and I would customise them and make them work for me, this is how I got very good at sewing and making clothes. That is when I really realised the power of clothes to boost my self-esteem, I could imagine who I wanted to be and be that person using the clothes. I loved fashion for that reason! I never felt that I needed to change my body or that it was not good enough because I never compared myself to glamorous women in the media. Our media didn't focus on women's bodies like it does today. I was growing up at a very exciting time for young women because we had a lot of female scholars and activists who were complaining, changing and overthrowing the existing culture of objectification and sexualisation of women. They were saying to me as a young girl you don't have to think about the way you look, what's much more important is how clever you are, what your idea's are, what you are going to do with your life and what you're going to do to change things and make them better. People like Susie Orbach, Germaine Greer and politicians such as Golda Meir and Indira Gandhi, inspired me. In those days, we didn't have the Internet and the male media didn't really promote women as scholars and activists but they got through somehow and so I was seeing women who weren't just having babies and that was very important for the young Caryn.
Ambitions and achievements
I knew I was creative so I went to Art College, I didn't do a fashion media course because they weren't invented in those days. I did a BA Honours Graphics course at Kingston and then a post graduate at Central Saint Martins and then I went to a magazine called i-D, it was the right environment for me because it was about personal identity.It wasn't about what a lot of current fashion magazines are about,'these are the rules'you've got to'get the look',work very hard to look like these 'catwalk models',you've got to care about'trends'and attract boys.
When I began in fashion, it was more about having a political statement; it was about saying something about you, what you believed in and using your clothes to communicate this.[/highlight] We didn't have social networking, so we wanted people to know all about us by what we were wearing. If we were walking down the street that was the only way you could make a connection with someone else and this is how you would find a way to start a conversation. During this time I was wearing clothes that I had customised and I had friends who were young designers so we all did self-styling, I didn't take pointers from magazines about what I was supposed to look like, I just chose my own look. I shaved all my hair off and I wore my Vivienne Westwood Bondage trousers, knee high Doc Martens and lots of ripped up T-shirts. It was an anti-girly look, I didn't want to be defined, and none of my generation were particularly interested in looking 'sexy', we wanted to get jobs in corporations, to rise to the top and be the CEO, we wanted to be taken seriously and for people to recognise that we had great ideas and contributions to make.
We didn't wear body-con skimpy dresses, show lots of cleavage or wear short skirts with high heels. We wore what you call 'power dressing' such as men's suits, jeans and brogues with my shirt buttoned right up to the top. This is how I lived my early career; I had many opportunities to travel with i-D magazine and to work with different fashion designers. Bodymap were one of the leading designers during my day and they had catwalk shows in which they had people of all different shapes and sizes including their mothers and aunties and I thought this is how fashion should be. I don't like current catwalk fashion, showing an extremely thin, very young (usually white) woman. I recognise that when you only showcase one audio ideal that is unachievable it damages people's self-esteem. When I left i-D, I went to work at the BBC on a television programme called The Clothes Show, we made a mainstream fashion programme that had a 13 million audience every Sunday. It also went out to a global audience of 157 million; this is when I began to really fight for showcasing a range of body types, ages and skin tones. I learnt you've got to be in it to win it, it's no good stepping away from it and complaining loudly because you're powerless.
When I left the BBC I chose to work in a very mainstream way, because I wanted to work with mainstream women, this is where I felt I could make the most difference to self-esteem. I worked on lots of different projects doing what you call 'silent partner consultancy'and I did shows up and down the country on women who had different body shapes, this was all before the 'digital age', I wish now we had the ability to record all of that work. I wrote books on fashion and also a novel called 'Woman In The Mirror' which is about looking at why fashion made women feel unhappy with their bodies. I have been involved with Fashion Target's Breast Cancer and I learnt a lot doing that, helping women understand that early presentation of a lump saves lives because most breasts lumps are non-malignant. Fashion Targets breast cancer is a fantastic campaign, which I have been doing for years and designers all over the place have made brilliant contributions. All Walks Beyond the Catwalk which I started in 2009 with Debra Bourne and Erin O'Connor was an extension in a way, the industry had become lazy and we wanted to challenge it. So All Walks Beyond the Catwalk is about challenging the fashion industries dependence on a very rigid and unachievable body ideal that doesn't support most women and undermines their confidence.
'Bodymap were one of the leading designers during my day and they had catwalk shows in which they had people of all different shapes and sizes including their mothers and aunties and I thought this is how fashion should be. I don't like current catwalk fashion, showing an extremely thin, very young (usually white) woman.'
Test and trials
In any project there will always be trials, sometimes you might just have that nagging doubt that tells you you're not good enough and maybe somebody better should be working on it. However, if you care enough to put yourself in this position in the first place then you are the right person. I have always had doubts through my working life and I think that most creatives do, it shows you care, and that you are not arrogant. There is too much arrogance in much of our business world where there are certain people in positions of power who don't question whether they have enough knowledge to make the decisions that they make. They are not humble enough and they go ahead and do things without thinking about the consequences or the impact it will have on people's lives. Therefore, I think doubt is a good thing.I have been in situations where I have said I will make something happen and then realised how ambitious that was.
An example would be when I first began First Target Breast Cancer; I wanted to make a book happen called 'Breast Health Handbook' to teach anybody who read it everything they needed to know about breast health. There were lots of questions that people had so I wanted to launch it with the campaign. I wanted to include everything from 'am I eating the right diet?', because Western diet is very animal fat heavy and that can contribute to breast cancer along with stress, prescribed contraceptives and the hormones that our in our dairies. I wanted to be able to talk about all of that, plus what would happen if you found lumps and the treatment you would need to have to cut it out. I needed to contact an awful lot of experts and a publisher to get a book deal; I needed to do this in under six weeks. One of the things I would advise everybody is to try and share your work and bring other people into your team and ask 'do you care about this as much as I do? Because we've got the opportunity to change this but I can't do it on my own.'I did collaboration and shared my work with a brilliant women called Regina Goodman (a friend at the time) and she and I set about working with Professor Barry Gusterson who advised us about the right people to speak to. We began contacting scientists, doctors and experts asking them to each write us a chapter. This was in the day before email, so they wrote it using a typewriter and then we had to type it all in to make a manuscript (all in six weeks). People had to send us their information by post (no emails), so we stayed up night after night and we got more and more tired but we made it happen and it became a best seller.
There were times when I was really, anxious that I wouldn't make it happen but you just have to approach these situations methodically. Each day you do a bit more and then a bit more and keep on going. This is how I have always approached my projects, when we launched All Walks Beyond The Catwalk, we didn't have any money, we were trying to create a big event at London Fashion Week and everybody had to contribute for nothing – but passion is infectious and people buy it! I have done things which are scary, but it's important to scare yourself! I did a project where I went to Bosnia when there was a war on and I was delivering clothes for teenagers.. We had to drive through the mountains with our lights off at night to avoid snipers and I was very tearful at that time because I thought 'I'm just a fashion reporter, who is out of my depth here.' I was more worried about the lorry accidentally driving over a cliff than the snipers.
The future
I am acting right now in order to change the future by lecturing in colleges and universities up and down the country. I have also been lecturing abroad in Toronto as well as other colleges outside the UK to help publicise the next generation of fashion designers. I want to teach them that they have a responsibility to understand the impact of their fashion messaging and question the industry about why it promotes such unachievable body ideals and how this is helping young women and men. I hope that they come out of college in a few year's time being able to change things by saying to their employers, 'that's boring, why are we always using thin white women? Let's make sure that we have different skin tones on our catwalks of different sizes and ages.' Beauty ages beautifully so we should be able to see a variation.
I spend about 70% of my time working with All Walks and it's voluntary, so I leave myself a little bit of time to work very hard and fast to pay my bills! In the future, I look forward to learning more, from September I will be a student at London College Of Fashion, I am going to study a Masters in Applied Phycology in Fashion, I want to learn more about the scientific language. Business does not feel in self-esteem, confidence, or female instinct; it only deals in profit and hard and fast facts, so Science might be a language I can use to change business. A great example of this is the Debenhams Look book I did, I used a variety of body ideals, all of those changes were very positive for consumers, and so I want Debenhams to take them further and keep on using them.
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Many companies are seeking to reduce costs and CO2 emissions of their vehicle fleet strategy, targeting performance and a company's policies is the most efficient method of allowing any organisation to understand what is achievable within their own business that will not impact the day to day needs.
All businesses need to establish a long term strategic view of their fleet requirements to ensure they protect themselves today and for future use that provides cost effective solutions that also allows you to reduce CO2emissions.
To help, you should look at a number of areas but here are a few pointers that will allow you to start considering what you should look at:
- Understand your current and future business needs.
- Identify the type of transportation needed.
- Assess the role of the vehicle and if required how it fits into the overall compensation benefits for your employees.

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Supervisor, Home & Community Based Services, Anderson, IN
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- Full Time
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Put Your Passion for People to Work!
Do you have an interest in leading and managing a team to advance and support the strategic mission of an organization? Are you a natural results-driven leader, motivating and engaging employees to be at their best? Are you organized and efficient, guiding others to produce high-quality and repeatable work? If so, we may have the perfect role for you as a Supervisor at Aspire Indiana.
At Aspire Indiana, we work at the core of Integrated Care. Our organizational mission is: Together . . . making health and well-being a reality! This mission not only applies to our clients, but extends to our commitment to helping our employees live healthy lives as well. This includes a job that pays well, a culture that supports positive daily experiences and work-life balance, and opportunities for personal and professional growth and community service.
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Position Summary
The Supervisor, Home & Community Based services will facilitate, coordinate and evaluate the operation and efficiency of Home & Community Based services providing supervision to assigned staff, maintaining good communication, monitoring caseload assignments and ensuring quality of services and documentation while supporting Aspire's mission, vision, values and strategic priorities. This position will consistently communicate with the management of the clinical team and coordinate services to the highest quality of client care. As a member of the Management Team, you will serve as a leader and should continuously promote the direction and expectations set forth by that team, in conjunction with the administration of Aspire Indiana.
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a directly related field from a college/university accredited by the US Department of Education required
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An exciting opportunity for a PR Account Executive to join a multi-award winning B2B agency, with opportunities for personal advancement.
Are you a passionate Senior Account Manager hungry for your next challenge? Would you welcome the opportunity to be part of a lively, ambitious agency that makes amazing things happen?
Kagool is an award-winning digital agency with offices in the heart of Cardiff, Manchester and London. We've earned a reputation as a go-digital partner for complex projects and have some impressive credentials within the Sitecore community.
We are a friendly, developer-run web agency based in Manchester's Northern Quarter, looking to expand our small team. We're seeking a graduate or junior-level developer with a passion for web technology. Working on our new projects, as well as maintaining and bug-fixing existing websites, you will quickly gain knowledge and develop your skills, with plenty of scope for your professional development.
Accord is recruiting for an Account Manager to join their Central Manchester team. Accord is an award-winning, independently owned marketing agency. We are recruiting for a talented and ambitious Account Manager to join our Manchester team, managing relationships with an exciting and varied group of key clients.
To manage, implement and drive intu Trafford Centre's PR strategy by using both online and offline PR initiatives to maintain and raise the profile of the centre both regionally and in line with the national brand strategy. Where possible drive, visit frequency and dwell-time, as well as retailer sales and market share for the shopping centre, whilst consistently working for the benefit of intu.
What do you want from a job, and is this it? Do you want a job that not only rewards well in a great team but also gives you opportunity to own your role? Do you want a good basic salary with uncapped commission? Place Group is seeking someone special. Someone to join and grow the region's number one property publishing house.
An exciting opportunity has become available in our Content and Communications team for a new Campaign Manager. As a Campaign Manager your role will be to research, plan and set the overarching strategy of Content and Communication campaigns.
We're looking for an experienced, creative, pro-active, organised and enthusiastic digital candidate to work across several national brand client accounts, social media and project management.
Are you a .NET or PHP web developer looking to work on some very exciting projects? You'll be experienced in developing and deploying PHP or ASP.NET solutions. The Manchester position provides a varied and challenging career working with national and international brands and business.


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Hello everyone!
I feel the need to try out a few 'different' crafts....
Don't get me wrong, I LOVE paper piecing and I actually also love traditional quilting too, but every now and then, my fingers itch for something different.
This year I'm taking part in the Stretch Your Skills monthly tutorial series.
You really need to check it out! Its awesome!
Loads of different skills you can learn and cool tutorials with loads of screen shots to help you understand too.
I've already got a list as long as my arm all the things I want to give a try out..... Just need to find more time and more hands.....
Pop over to Tweety Loves Quilting and look at all the hard work being shown right there.
You won't be sorry!
All the information about the series (as well as all the previously published tutorials) is still available
If you have any question about the series, don't hesitate to
contact Alida (Host of SYS 2015) via email or add a
comment on her blog (and if you want an answer, make sure
you are not a no-reply blogger!).
So now let's go and Stretch Our Skills!!! :)
*You can still download the FREE pattern from My EQ Seasons Fall/Autumn row
Info HERE
Hope you all have a great day!


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Former NFL Player Myron Rolle Named Commencement Speaker at Monmouth University Award Ceremony
During Myron Rolle's college career at Florida State University he was a standout performer both on the field and in the classroom. His play on the field earned him a sixth round draft pick in 2006 after studying one year at Oxford University as a Rhodes scholar. After playing two seasons in the NFL he returned to the classroom as a medical student at FSU, and has also become a respected ambassador of many worthy causes.
As a tribute to his accomplishments and knowledge he was selected to be the keynote speaker at Monmouth University's winter commencement ceremony on Friday, January 16, 2015. The ceremony is set to begin at 1:00 p.m. in the Multipurpose Activity Center, and will also feature Rolle receiving an honorary degree in public service from the University.
"We are delighted to welcome Myron Rolle as our commencement speaker," said Paul Brown, President of Monmouth University. "He is an outstanding scholar-athlete, whose philanthropic achievements in the area of public health are inspirational, especially for a person his age."
Even while pursuing a career in medicine he has somehow found the time to dedicate his life to community and public service. In addition to serving on the Board of Trustees at Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia he has also founded the Our Way to Health educational initiative and runs a week-long Wellness and Leadership Academy for children in foster care.
If your company is interested in finding out booking fees and availability for a Football Celebrity like Myron Rolle or other sports celebrities for an Autograph Session, Product Endorsement, Advertising Campaign, VIP Meet and Greet or Guest Appearance contact Mryon Rolle's booking agent, call us at 1.888.246.7141, or start your athlete booking request.
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Phone a friend! Tony Pulis jokes he'll call Chelsea boss Mourinho to help down Liverpool
TONY PULIS is planning to phone a friend in a bid to influence the Premier League title race - Jose Mourinho.
The Chelsea boss made wholesale changes before facing Liverpool but still managed to grind out a 2-0 win.
Crystal Palace face the Reds on Monday - and Pulis was unable to resist quipping he will seek the Blues manager's advice.
The Eagles said: "I think it's my responsibility to pick the strongest team, and the team that's done the best.
"If I make too many changes for the Liverpool game I think that might cause some problems.
"Having said that I see Jose made a lot of changes and won at Liverpool, so maybe I'll ring him and ask him 'what's the best way to go?"'
Palace went down to a 2-0 defeat to Manchester City yesterday and Pulis said: "It's difficult, I've been in this position before once you reach safety.
"They've been absolutely fantastic this year, what the club have achieved this year, what the players have done for this football club, what the supporters, who again were absolutely wonderful, what they've done together as a group has been amazing.
"Our players shouldn't worry too much about a 2-0 defeat to the most expensive club side in world sport.
"That said, there's another game against a fantastic football club coming up, a night game where there will be a great atmosphere here.
"And I just hope the players are on it and we give a real good show."


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6th International WOLF Meeting
4th - 6th October 2013
Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche e Geologiche
Largo S. Eufemia, 19 - Modena
Program of the meeting
The WOLF gathers research workers from many countries and aims to update the state of the art on the knowledge of larger foraminifers. The 6th International WOLF Meeting is dedicated to the ongoing project of a Paleocene Atlas of larger foraminifers. The long term aim is to update the Shallow Benthic Zonation.
After fifteen years since the establishment of the today routinely employed Shallow Benthic Zonation (SBZ), a considerable amount of further data is now available, and advances in zonal definition, subdivision into subzones, the correlation of some unresolved boundaries with magnetostratigraphy and changes linked to the redefinition of some Early Paleogene GSSPs have already been proposed or can be postulated for the next years. Therefore, the SBZ necessitate to be revised and extended, also integrating data from paleobiogeographic domains other than Tethys.
The GIRMM participates and contributes to the WOLF project since the beginning.
Jack Day 2013
October 2013, Friday 4
University of Chieti-Pescara "Gabriele D'Annunzio".
The G.I.R.M.M. would like to draw your attention to the Jack Day, which is dedicated to the memory of Giovanni Pallini. The aim of the day is to gather students, colleagues and friends of Giovanni Pallini, and to talk about the state of Paleontology in Italy.
The G.I.R.M.M. will contribute with a talk titled "I giovani e la Paleontologia: oltre la passione, un mestiere possibile?".
Giovanni Pallini was a paleontologist and a biostratigrapher, his research was focused on Jurassic-Cretaceous Ammonites and Cenozoic Ichthyodontolites.
The GIRMM at the 2013 Italian Paleontological Society Congress
Our contributes:
Bianchi E., Benedetti A., Di Carlo M. & Pignatti J. - Recent foraminifers from shallow water post-tsunami environments of Lhaviyani Atoll (Maldives archipelago).
Benedetti A. - Le mie tasche sono un ambiente selettivo? Metodi per affrontare la teoria dell'evoluzione nelle scuole superiori.
Briguglio A. & Hohenegger J. - Reconstructing Moon Calendar by growth quantification of larger Foraminifera by X-ray computed tomography.
Briguglio A., Wolfgring E. & Hohenegger J. - Living under constant predatory attacks: surviving strategy of the largest benthic foraminifer.
Gianolla D., Irace A., Monegato G., Tema E. & Martinetto E. - New Malacological data from the Villafranchian Upper Complex in the Alessandria Basin
The G.I.R.M.M. invite you to the European Geosciences Union General Assembly - Vienna (Austria),
April 2012, 22-27
Larger foraminifera: biostratigraphy, biogeography and field applications
(sponsored by PalAss)
The topic is wide and contributes from correlated disciplines are encouraged and welcome
Download the flier of the first circular
Remember that the deadline for abstract submission is January 17st.
A. Briguglio and M. Di Carlo
September 4th 2011 - Farewell Lukas Hottinger
Lukas Hottinger was one of the major experts on present-day and fossil larger foraminifera. His studies on Paleogene Alveolina included genus and species definitions and changes through time, the concept of phylogenetic lineages, and their use in zonal biochronology. His bibliography, widely respected by the international scientific community, comprises over 120 papers and six monographs. These contributions range far over the geological landscape, including topics as diverse as stratigraphy, paleoecology, and evolution, and spanning the globe from Indo-Pacific and Africa to the northeast Atlantic and the Mediterranean Sea (from Wikipedia).
February 15th 2011 - GIRMM: i primi due anni tra percorsi svolti e nuove prospettive
D. Gianolla, A. Benedetti, A. Briguglio, S. Casieri, C. D'Amico, M. Di Carlo, V. Frezza, F. Grossi & M. C. Succi
Report on the two years activities of the GIRMM group published on the volume 22 of Paleoitalia, journal of the Italian Paleontological Society.
June 2009 - G.I.R.M.M. (Gruppo Informale di Ricerche Micropaleontologiche e Malacologiche): una risorsa online per uscire dall'anonimato
A. Benedetti, A. Briguglio, S. Casieri, C. D'Amico, M. Di Carlo, V. Frezza, D. Gianolla & M. C. Succi
The official presentation of the website www.girmm.com published in the volume 20 of Paleoitalia, journal of the Italian Paleontological Society (pages 32-26).


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Hello my dears! I hope all of you have had a productive yet relaxing week. Ours has been filled with all the joys, commotion and feasts that go along with entertaining house guests. As a change of pace from the old F-berg, we spent Tuesday in Austin haunting the vintage shops of South Congress.
One of my absolute favorite places is Austin can be found on this street. Equal parts museum, art gallery, antique market and purveyor of all things curious, Uncommon Objects has something to bewitch everyone.
The friendly folks behind the counter were kind enough to let me snap a few photos while we marveled at the wondrous objects from large to small, furry to glassy, endearing to disturbing. All credit for the ingeniously creative nature of these photos should go to the very talented proprietors and designers of Uncommon Objects. I merely had to point and shoot.
If you have the chance to visit Austin, this is one place I would not miss. Though I could take home half the store without so much as blinking, we settled on two beautiful stoppered blue glass bottles for me, and a vintage belt buckle (from Washington!) for Jacob.
It would seem that in Austin, there is never a lack of eye candy. Sometimes literally.
To finish out the day in style, we joined the crowd on the South Congress bridge to watch the bats put on their nightly show. Sadly I was unable to capture the swarm but with a little Googling, you can see what all the fuss is about.
Wishing you all a lovely weekend!


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This project has been postponed by 2 years to facilitate the implementation of our current and pipeline projects targeting the low to middle-income homebuyers. The architectural drawings were prepared by Beglin Woods Architects and the project will consist of 28 upmarket residential houses each on a half-acre plot (340-445).It will include...Read moreVIEW PROPERTY
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I'll answer myself...since I'm the only bonehead BOL listener who did the Vista Express Upgrade program
Tom's Hardware Guide (not related to Mr. Merritt) discusses this industry wide problem and notes that none of these "express" upgrades have shipped yet.
Ahh, buying a new computer from Dell over the holidays was supposed to give me the best of both worlds. I was going to have time to tinker with it during a vacation and I was going to get the Vista upgrade as soon as it came out.
Unfortunately, Dell now states that they are hoping to send the upgrade package out 6-8 weeks AFTER Vista is available.
Needless to say, I should have waited.
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Saving Smarter with Aviva
This week was a pretty big one for me, financially. I finally signed off my will, and I also set up a new pension, and some ISA investment type things (technical description available via my financial advisor). I know, right? Living the [middle aged] dream. Truth be told, for a long…View Post


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Friday, 11 November 2016
Oliver: The Ragga Twins - Bring Up the Mic Some More/Ragga Trip [Peel Session] (23 February 1992)
Greetings fellow citizens of the new world order... You're going to have to wait a couple of posts or two before I come to my cast iron "Now this is soooo apposite in this post-Trump election victory world" selection, but hearing The Ragga Twins launch into the first half of the session they recorded for "John Orange Peel" and them dedicating it to "The England posse, the Great Britain posse and all over the world..." before concluding with "We love all people" made me nostalgic. There hasn't been enough of that in 2016, has there?
So enough with the politics and philosophy - on with the music. I missed the second half of The Ragga Twins session on this date, which included tracks called The Truth and Tansoback, but the first half, represented here by the studio versions, was a doozy. Bring Up The Mic Some More had, in its session version, some more vocalisations with Flinty Badman and Deman Rocker bantering with the sampled sound system MC, warbling diva and providing exhortations to those listening at home at 11:30pm on a Sunday evening to get up and dance. But even with the embellishments, the core strengths remained in place: the jungle drum 'n' bass rhythms, the Missy Elliottesque synth lines, the ominous compression of the "farting wasp warp". A standout track from their Reggae Owes Me Money album, which showed these veterans of the London Sound System scene very audibly switching horses to the electronic rave scene and playing a huge part in starting off Jungle music as a result - something which squares like myself, and most of Radio 1, wouldn't cotton on to until the mid 90s; 1 in the Jungle and all that. Even then, I wasn't listening anywhere as closely as I should have been, simply associating the whole thing with Goldie's teeth. Ah well, the benefit of age over youth is that it allows you to repent at leisure.
The second track, Ragga Trip, one of their earliest releases on Shut Up and Dance is less sonically interesting than Bring Up The Mic Some More, but offers a cracking narrative with Flinty and Deman trading lines about the tribulations of Ecstasy parties in Finchley and how their music could widen eyes and minds more effectively and more healthily than any little pill.
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Crush the Fascists, Isolate Trump and Build a Path to Power!
Statement from the National Executive Committee of Freedom Road Socialist Organization/Organización Socialista del Camino para La Libertad (FRSO/OSCL) Here is some of our thinking on our immediate and longer-term tasks as revolutionaries in the wake of Charlottesville. We must unmask


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Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning is our distinctive approach to language education. Experiential learning is basically "learning by doing"; its benefits for learners are well documented, and there is a growing body of research papers suggesting that the most important aspect of experiential learning is its potential to have a deep impact on the personal development of the individual learner. Experiential learning relies heavily on the learner's engagement in the knowledge acquisition process, and the connection between personal or societal needs with content knowledge as they inform and transform each other (U of T Mississauga White Paper on Experiential Learning).
Although we offer courses that are descriptively similar to those of St. George, the distinctive feature of our programs lies definitely in the student-oriented approach and its experiential/applied nature. LS has determined that its vision and the general orientation of its programs be focused on a student-centered approach rather than the traditional teacher-centered one. As a result, we have designed our programs and courses to enrich the experience of our students, both inside and outside the formal curriculum, by engaging them in communities beyond the university.
In the area of experiential learning, LS has been both active and innovative. For example, the LIN section has developed an applied stream within which students explore the impact of pedagogy on language teaching, analyze the relationships between language and society or simply engage in the intensive application of linguistic knowledge to the learning of English (see English Language Linguistics program).
The ITA section has a long-standing experience and expertise in the organization of its annual Italian Play (coupled with full-year courses).
In the FRE section, an innovative joint project between the Library and LS has made possible the integration of Google Earth in oral and written language classroom instruction. FRE has also created a learning community through two major projects: a) weekly ateliers d'écriture, run by doctoral students to provide additional support to students enrolled in writing intensive courses and to help those who want to improve their writing skills (in collaboration with RGASC); and b) the Conversation Hour, to help students improve their communication skills in French with emphasis on oral proficiency and ability to debate on various topics (both academic and non-academic). In addition, FRE has also enhanced students' experience with career panels and networking events, theatrical performances, and student variety shows. Finally, for some years now, the U of T Mississauga French Prize, funded in part by faculty and student contributions, has been awarded to the best student in second-year at the department's annual Awards Evening
In the area of scholarly activities, LS has organized conferences, workshops, guest lectures and symposia (i.e. Brock/UTM meeting, the tri-campus international symposium on innovations and challenges of second language pedagogy, lectures delivered by local and international scholars, etc.).
The Department's journal Mosaic has been recently selected for indexation by both MLA and the ERIC Digital Library (Education Resources Information Center), and we think that the visibility of the Journal as well as its reputation will be enhanced.
Moreover, the LIN and FRE units collaborate with the RGASC in offering Facilitated Study Groups (FSG) as supplemental instruction in a number of courses. The goal of the program is to raise retention rates and improve the overall success of students in the first years of their undergraduate degree. It is implemented with the help of senior students who are trained within the framework of the Supplementary Instruction model of student academic support.


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We recommend slacks, collared shirts and dress shoes.
Dress Jeans are permitted. Fedora's welcomed but please remember to remove in the presence of the ladies. No Baggy Clothes, Sports Attire or Baseball Hats. No Flip Flops, No Shorts. Please feel inspired to wear your finest suits, who knows... those in a tuxedo, may make a little extra ching when using the restroom.
Dress to impress. Footwear must be worn at all times. No flip flops please. You can never go wrong with togging to the bricks!
House rules
Must Have Valid ID - 21+
No Backpacks or Large Bags
No Peddlers
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No Religion Chitter Chatter
No Flash Photography
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Avoid Profanities in the Presence of Ladies
Mind your P's and Q's
Snapping, shaking, and moaning are for the dance floor and will only increase your wait time.
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When we say you're done, refer to rule.
If you must Smoke, grab your hope chest and head out the exit door. You will need to re-enter through the front.
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Large groups
We love large groups. Especially at 5pm, however you can do what you want. You just may need to wait. Our dining room may look formal, but we are at the mercy of the Wharf Rats and we get our food out when its ready, hot, and fresh. No time to be prim and proper.
Private Parties
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While Berry College desires that students receive all of the grants and scholarships possible each academic year, many students will still need to take out loans to help finance their education goals.
About Student Loans
Educational loans are the largest financial resource available to students pursuing postsecondary education, as nearly two-thirds of students attending 4-year institutions will graduate with student loan debt. Student loan programs allow students to borrow money at low interest rates, with no collateral, and generally no co-signer (with the potential exception of Private Loans). Additionally, most student loans do not need to be repaid until the student graduates or drops to below half time status.
Students are reminded that borrowing money for college is a serious financial obligation. In addition to the principal borrowed, interest is charged for the use of the funds. It is important to remember that when money is borrowed, it must eventually be repaid. You are required to sign a promissory note, a legal document that obligates you to repay the loan. Think about this commitment carefully when taking out a loan, and consider how much you can reasonably afford to repay.
From a financial standpoint, it is wise to pursue loans in the following order:
How to Apply:
At Berry College, eligibility for student loans requires that students apply for financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students and parents of dependent students must obtain a FSA ID to complete the FAFSA. A week or so after completing the FAFSA, the student will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) that will confirm the information that has been entered on the FAFSA. It is important to review the SAR for any errors and messages. After the FAFSA is processed, the Office of Financial Aid sends each student a Financial Aid Award letter.
Students accept the loan(s) awarded online through VikingWeb. After accepting their loans online, students will be instructed to continue with the process to complete the Federal Direct Loan Master Promissory Note (MPN), and to complete the one-time online Federal Direct Loan Entrance Counseling. The MPN is complete once and is good for 10 years unless the student changes schools. For Direct Parent PLUS, the borrower completes a separate online application including a credit check with the U.S. Department of Education. The MPN and Loan Entrance Counseling are completed at studentloans.gov


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This guy is a genius, Fali in the midfield to insure the keeps moving and put Aleña in good situations. An offensive strategy based on Aleña dribbling through 4 players at a time what could go wrong. Cardona at RW to insure maximum chance creation and to stretch the field. A ghost at the nine who is ineffective in the build up and the scoring.
Gerard the G is for Genius Lopez just keeps proving over and over, and over again why a coherent strategy for any team is overrated. 3 years coaching this team and still hasnt developed a philosophy.


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Leadership – Helen
Helen is the founder of the New Zealand Modern Quilt Guild. After 15+ years of quilting she wanted to spend more time with like minded people. Her true passion lay in the art of Modern Quilting, although she loves her local guild, it was just missing that "Modern" touch. So after some months of toying with the idea, she finally decided to create the New Zealand Modern Quilt Guild. Her dream is to have people up and down New Zealand join in the art of Modern Quilting.
Leadership Role:
- Responsible for the running of the guild, organisation of committee meetings
- Membership
- Liaison with the Modern Quilt Guild
- Takes notes and collates information from committee meetings to be circulated to guild members.
- Plans and prepares recommendations for committee approval.
- Corresponds as necessary with organisations who have dealings with The NZMQG.
- Maintains any documentation required for the NZMQG.
- Assists in maintaining the NZMQG's social media accounts and website.
- Attends monthly guild meetings, & guild events where appropriate
- Along with the other committee members, actively participates in leadership and decisions about guild business pertaining to the guilds goals and mission.
Guild Events & Charity Organiser – Melissa
- Works with the guild community to find and support charitable areas within New Zealand, were the members of the guild can donate their skills, time, and work to those in need..
- Keeps event program and information current for guild members through NZMQG's website and social media accounts.
- Works with the guild committee on upcoming speakers and status of planned events.
- Coordinates annual charity project(s) and promotes the generosity of NZMQG.
- Actively works on future events, projects, & challenges. Coordinates giveaways, challenges or events based on the programs presented.
- Attends monthly guild committee meetings.
Social Media Officer – Anna
- Engages with members, potential members and other organisations and Groups using social media.
- Works closely with the Guild and Charity Events organisers to uses social media to advertise upcoming events
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The single most important point of Genesis is that there is a
Creator. Also, the fist chapter of John makes it clear that Christ is
the Creator and all that is created is through Him. The latter is
rather hard to understand. Explaining the notion of a Creator and the
attempts of man to understand the creation through science could be
very helpful. One need not give answers but emphasize the fixed
points in the discussion and let people do some thinking. My two
cents worth George. You will do an excellent job. We all know it!
-----Original Message-----
From: george murphy [mailto:firstname.lastname@example.com]
Sent: Tuesday, May 21, 2002 7:57 AM
To: firstname.lastname@example.com
Subject: Something new on Genesis 1
This coming weekend (of Trinity Sunday) I'll be preaching 3
times & the first lectionary reading is Gen. 1:2-4a. It got me thinking
- there's a lot of discussion here about how to understand Gen.1,
evidence for it, &c &c &c. But how would people who take these various
approaches _preach_ on it? How would you proclaim the gospel with this
as your primary text in 10-12 minutes to a fairly broad audience of
mostly church-going people but with some who might be quite unfamiliar
with the Bible? Or for those not called to preaching - what kind of
sermon of that length would be most helpful for the average congregation
you're familiar with?
This is really a pretty basic question. Various interpretations
of Gen.1 may look good on paper but if they "won't preach" then they're
probably not worth much.
The Gospel reading for Trinity Sunday is Mt.28:16-20.
George L. Murphy
"The Science-Theology Interface"
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Harvest Smart Hand Held digital weight per bushel scale provides a portable and accurate method of measuring the density of your grain right at the tailgate or directly from the grain bin. The built in scale allows for the operator to see the digital display of the density in pounds per bushel. Scale capacity of 3.0 lbs x 0.1 oz provides a reliable and repeatable scale for easy test weight measurement. Battery operated, 9 volt battery included.
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If you are looking for a way to generate some long term wealth, there's no argument that Bitcoin is the way to go. Introduced in 2009, Bitcoin has risen from the joke price of fractions of a penny to over $4000 (and soon to be higher).
Recently, the website MyBTCJourney.com posted some fun facts about Bitcoin. We thought they were quite informative and funny.
You should hop over to their website and check them out. They also have some great tips on how to learn more about bitcoin in general.


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Hi friends, mixing some tunes and wanted to share.
Hi friends, mixing some tunes and wanted to share.
Well the year is coming to end fast and 2013 has been a challenge for many and blessing for other. I will be speaking about my 2013 and how it impacted my life in good and in growth.
2014 will be a year you will see yourself and others walk into their power. Many blessing and walk sacred in 2014…
Iggy Garcia
"The Nemenhah Community of Spiritually Adopted Natural Healers is not an ordinary organization of professionals. We are a world-wide community of Indigenous Peoples practicing our common and very diverse forms of Natural Healing with the common interest of a Spiritual Perspective and the mission of "Restoring the Sacred to Natural Healing." In some senses, we could more properly be referred to as a 'Micro-Nation.' Therefore, we have a responsibility that crosses many labels and layers. We function as a bridge between our Sacred Community and all Natural Healers…"
~ Excerpt from The Nemenhah Code of Ethical Conduct; 2013
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bough[ bou ]SEE DEFINITION OF bough
So he took a bough of fir, thick-set with little twigs, and tied the kill on that.
Nay, he would not be butchered like a bird on a bough, he would fall fighting.
Did you see those two birds fly away from that bough, sudden-like?
The seventh of these hath a bough which shoots over the boundary wall.
They bent down the bough and picked it, and then allowed it to fly up again.
And from tree to tree, and from bough to bough, vine branches hung in confusion.
That bough there tires me with its waving and its rising, as if it was alive.
It appeared that "Flintergill" had been sawing off the bough on which he was standing.
A small branch will become a bough, and a bough an arme in bignesse.
It matters not much what part of the bough the twig growes out of.
Old English bog "shoulder, arm," extended in Old English to "twig, branch" (cf. limb (n.1)), from Proto-Germanic *bogaz (cf. Old Norse bogr "shoulder," Old High German buog, German Bug "shoulder, hock, joint"), from PIE *bhagus "elbow, forearm" (cf. Sanskrit bahus "arm," Armenian bazuk, Greek pakhys "forearm"). The "limb of a tree" sense is peculiar to English.


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Medical SEO Services
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a series of tactics aimed at increasing the visibility of a website in search engine results. Essentially, this helps to improve your chances of being found when patients are searching for the treatments and services. A combination of on-site and off-site factors makes this change. The goal of any SEO campaign is to drive high-quality traffic to a website to outrank the competition and win new customers. According to one estimate, more than 85% of all Internet users are finding websites through search engines. However, the visibility depends on upon how you rank in Google, Yahoo and Bing. That is the reason why the role of SEO services has become crucial to your practice's online success.
Characteristics of Medical SEO Services
Research your market: The highly skilled SEO strategists find where your potential patients are. They also will find out what they're searching for. Placing high emphasis on locality, they target your website to patients who are looking for your services in your geographical area.
Optimize each page of your site: Using targeted content, metadata, site maps and other characteristics of a website, each page in it will be optimized to increase its visibility in search engine results.
Employ off-page tactics: Beyond modifications to your existing website, SEO team also would employ a series of off-page tactics. These are aimed at increasing your authority and clout in search engine results. The tactics employed include link building, article indexing, press release syndication, and many others.
Analyze and modify. SEO is a tactic that requires constant analysis and modification. Therefore, the SEO specialists regularly study your search engine rankings and traffic reports to adjust numerous factors on your site. These analyzes will keep you as close to the top of search engine results as possible.
Provide complete transparency. The SEO services provide you with SEO Position Reports that detail your current rankings by both search term and search engine. The Site Analytic Reports identify how visitors get to your website, which pages they viewed, and which search engines they arrived from.


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1 Lands described in Schedule A vested in Christchurch City Council
2 [Repealed]
3 Lawful for the said Council to manage the said lands under certain provisions
4 Title
Schedule A
Schedule B
Anno Vicessimo Sexto Victoriae Reginae
The Preamble was repealed by section 2 Statutes Repeal Act 1907.
The lands, tenements, and hereditiaments described in the Schedule A to this Ordinance annexed, shall be and are hereby transferred to, vested in, and held by the Christchurch City Council and its successors, as a corporate body in trust for the public uses and purposes of the said Province of Canterbury, in accordance with the provisions of the Canterbury Association's Reserve Ordinance, Sess V, No 2.
Section 2 was repealed by section 2 Statutes Repeal Act 1907.
It shall be lawful for the said Christchurch City Council to lease and manage the lands, tenements, and hereditaments hereby transferred to them respectively, at such rents, issues and profits as they may deem expedient, subject to the provisions of the several Acts and Ordinances hereinbefore recited; so that such rents be back rents, and such leases be for any term not exceeding 21 years, to take effect from the time of the execution thereof.
Section 3 was amended by section 2 Statutes Repeal Act 1907 by omitting the words "and the Lyttelton Municipal Council respectively".
"and the Lyttelton Municipal Council respectively"
This Ordinance shall be entituled and may be cited as the Municipal Councils Reserves Ordinance 1862.
Reserve No 9—Containing 16 perches, more or less, situate on Oxford Terrace West, having 1 chain frontage to the south side of Worcester Street, and extending back southerly in a rectangular block a distance of 1 chain.
Reserve No 10—
Repealed by section 8(1)(a) Christchurch City (Old Municipal Chambers) Empowering Act 1989 (L).
Reserve No 15—Containing 1 rood and is perches, more or less, in 2 blocks, containing 29 perches, each being situate in the Market Place, Christchurch. Block No 1, extending 3 chains along the west side of Colombo Street, and extending westerly in a rectangular block a distance of 61 links. Block No 2, extending 3 chains along the north side of Armagh Street and extending northerly in a rectangular block a distance of 61 links.
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Also made from combined goat and sheep milk, this cheese is often available in both sweet and slightly sour varieties, the latter often soft, to be spread on bread.
The sweet fresh mizythra is usually hardened to the point that it can be sliced, but is still relatively soft, and has a lovely, delicate flavor. It is also cheaper than the cheese that need to be aged longer.
Kaseri. (left), manouri (a soft cheese from northern Greece made with sheep's milk), xinotiro (a sour semi hard or hard cheese made with goat and sheep milk), and anthotiro (which means 'blossom cheese', and is a delicately flavored semi hard cheese made from goat and sheep milk) are a few of the other traditional cheeses found in Greece.
There are often shops that sell mainly dairy products (galaktopoleia) , and though the local cheeses will be more expensive than many of the foreign imported cheeses at the supermarkets, the support of the local product is always a very good contribution of the visitor both to the local economy and to the perpetuation of the traditional product.
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I received this awesome Kryolan palette the day before my vacation, but didn't have time for pictures. Now that I'm back home (& taking a break from Final Fantasy Dissidia 012) I decided to finally get some swatches up! All swatches were patted & swiped over NYX eye pencil in Milk & as usual, the photos are huge!
Kryolan is theater makeup, which means you will get amazing payoff & vibrancy with their products. I am generally a total whore for Ben Nye (fave makeup brand of ALL time) but Kryolan impresses me & I own quite a bit. There are 3 palettes they released like this, the Bold Colours (V2), Soft Colours (V1) & Natural Colours (V3) and I for sure want them all! These eyeshadows weren't super creamy but weren't chalky either. The overall quality of them was fantastic. I looooove the second colour in from the middle row & I can't wait to put this palette to work :D I will say that the brush provided is a little flimsy & while I won't toss it or anything, I probably won't use it for anything key when doing makeup. The compact also has a full mirror which is always beneficial.
I purchased mine off eBay & paid $37.99 with shipping. I see that CameraReadyCosmetics offers these palettes as well, but they are almost always out of stock plus are MUCH more expensive ($49.99 + shipping!) I will probably resort to eBay for the others as well, as the person I got this palette from is an authorized Kryolan reseller. W00t!
I've got much more to post this week so I can catch up! I received a huge Inglot order of 30 new eyeshadows that I am SOOO freaking excited for. I'll have lots of new EOTD's to post as well!
& My vacation was a huge success. We gamed, ate pizza & lazed around. It was just what I needed to keep my sanity ;) I'm planning my next vacation for the end of April & we're going to see Coheed and Cambria (my favourite band ;D!) and probably game & eat more pizza again, hahah. But overall, I am feeling super rejuvenated and happy to have had some time off.
Now it's back to Dissidia! 8D


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We Answer Wednesday - Colour in my all-White Bathroom
"We live in a new home and we were able to pick all of our interior finishes. We both love a white bathroom - it is so clean but our master bathroom is completely white and although we love the white it's just too white! What can we do to add some colour to the bathroom without an expensive renovation?"
White is a great 'colour' for a bathroom - it's clean, it's fresh and it's timeless! But you are right too much of anything isn't good. Any room in one tone starts to look and feel a little one dimensional over time but have no fear, we are here to help!
Even though the bathroom is a small space, you do have a lot of opportunity to add colour, texture and personality to your bathroom.
1 - Shower Curtain - pattern, colour and maybe even texture. To keep it simple, use the shower curtain as your inspiration or jumping off point for the other elements like the linens, paint etc...Be sure to have a liner so your shower curtain is protected from the water in the shower
2 - Lovely linens - towels and a bath mat can add colour, pattern and texture. The texture of the linens adds some softness to the bathroom (which is already full of hard and smooth textures) and try mixing some colour and pattern with your towels.
3 - Framed art - look for some wall space to hang some colourful or calming art. Photography is also a great way to add some personality to the bathroom. Find art that adds to the mood you want in the space. there is no wrong answer and no price tag...go with what works!
4 - Unique lighting - lighting is a great way to add some personality. Overhead, vanity, sconces - bathroom lighting doesn't have to be boring. It can add drama, glamour, elegance or even a funky vibe to your bathroom. There are so many options for lighting and it can really enhance the look of your space - not matter what room it is!
5 - "Custom" mirror - replace your builder grade basic with something framed - there are many options - this automatically and (easily) adds a custom look and feel to the bathroom. Double sink, add 2 matching mirrors and matching vanity lighting - a very upscale look (this is also a great upgrade if you are considering selling your home). We love this image because it mixes the framed 'custom' mirror with bold wallpaper and these sconces. such an elevated and upscale powder room
6 - Display space - small floating shelves over the toilet or maybe a small corner on the counter top or maybe even around your tub (it depends on the layout of your bathroom and the amount of space you have). Try adding some plant or flowers, candles and vases are also a nice touch. We love using a small tray to group your display items together.
7 - Touches of wood - a few wood accents can really break up the wood and add an organic spa feel to the space. Think small accessories, wood frames mirrors, bathroom stool even wicker baskets for toiletries
8 - Paint! adding paint colour (or wallpaper) to the walls will definitely change up the look of the bathroom and give it instant personality. Be sure to think about how you want the bathroom to feel and let that steer you towards the paint. Something calm should have a soft and soothing tone but it you want drama opt for depth. Because the base is white you have so many possibilties
9 - Get Creative - try using an unexpected piece in the bathroom like a stool or side table, these are great by the bathtub and it really adds some personality, too
The great news about having an all white bathroom is that you truly have a blank canvas and you can add any accent you like. Wood and other organic textures with calm tones can give your bathroom a beachy or spa feel; black and a metallic accent like gold can give the room a luxe or glam feel; adding aqua or even a soft pink gives the bathroom a retro look....the possibilities are endless!
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SAIBPP annual conference focuses on transformationThe South African Institute of Black Property Practitioners (SAIBPP) has worked towards property-industry transformation for 21 years. The body's 21st Annual Convention & Property Indaba, held at Houghton Golf Club on 2 and 3 August 2017, aptly focused on the theme of "possibilities".
This year's event, attended by around 250 industry experts and media, provided a platform for open discussion about pertinent issues in South Africa's property industry, with a focus on creating an inclusive sector "for the sake of a sustainable, successful and equitable economy", according to SAIBPP.
Key industry players participated in a wide range of presentations, talks and panel discussions.
The Joburg Property Company (JPC) had a strong presence at the conference, with a prominent display stand and information about its transformation initiatives over the past year, current developments and future plans.
Conference participants had access to groundbreaking industry research, leading economists, business leaders and stakeholders, as well as property-sector trends and discussions around inclusive growth strategies. There was also plenty of discourse about investment trends in the property sector and built environment.
Access to land and land-redistribution models were key topics dominating the conference, with much discussion on how to achieve transformation and the ideal outcomes.
There were also briefings on new developments in sustainability, the impact of the "internet of things" on the property industry and factors affecting the public sector and access to finance.
Minister of Public Works Nkosinathi Nhleko and African National Congress Treasurer General Dr Zweli Mkhize addressed delegates on the second day of the conference.
Nhleko addressed transformation in the property sector, focusing on the need to close the gap between "white establishment" and black up-and-coming property businesses to speed up radical economic transformation.
"This indaba also needs to address the skills gap that hampers participation of youth and women from historically marginalised backgrounds," said Nhleko.
He reflected that the department's property management strategy around Black Economic Empowerment (BEE), job creation and poverty alleviation adopted in 2002 led to the establishment of its 2009 property incubator programme. However, despite the adoption and implementation of the strategy, transformation of the property sector remained sluggish.
"Hence we [decided] to review our BEE strategy, [culminating] in the Property Management Empowerment Policy," he added.
In his keynote address, Mkhize stressed the property sector's pertinent role in transformation, referring to it as radical economic transformation.
"Transformation has to address the major constraints of the economy … the patterns of ownership and the institutions that run our economy are so concentrated that it is not possible to considerably grow the economy on such a double base, which basically still represents the racial patterns of the past and the very narrow base from which South Africans are able to contribute," said Mkhize.
"In that context, we feel it is important for us to start addressing what needs to be done to broaden participation and ensure that whatever growth we get becomes inclusive growth, so that it takes us to a point where we have a prosperous country," he added.
The JPC, a Silver partner of the event, addressed many of the gathering's hot topics in its Land Strategy presentation.
JPC's senior manager: internal audit in the Office of the CEO, Sipho Mzobe, who is also a director at SAIBPP, explained the City of Joburg's Land Strategy and how it would address transformation in the property sector. The strategy, which is still in draft form and not yet formally approved, highlights land as a key resource. It will be fundamental in shaping desired spatial, social and economic objectives, according to the JPC.
Access to land is crucial to absorb the urban poor in a rapidly growing city and to provide them with basic services, the JPC believes. Land is also needed to sustain important environmental processes and ecosystems within the city.
Since the JPC manages around 29 700 parcels of land worth about R34-billion and one of its focuses is facilities management, the body is in the perfect position to drive the land strategy, it says.
The JPC aims to leverage public-sector land to achieve socio-economic objectives, with a focus on job creation and transformation; small, medium and micro-sized enterprises and youth development in property; the development of women in property to achieve gender parity; and partnerships between the private and public sector to work towards achieving the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
"The Land Strategy [aims] to respond to all these issues," said Mzobe, as he outlined JPC's guiding principles, which are:
- Creating jobs and livelihoods
- Expanding infrastructure
- Transitioning to a low-carbon economy
- Transforming urban and rural spaces
- Positioning Johannesburg in South Africa and in the world
- Developing human settlements
- Building safer communities
- Improving education, innovation and training
- Social protection
- Providing quality health care
- Building a capable state
- Fighting corruption and enhancing accountability
- Transforming society and uniting the nation
Financial services and funding, and investing in less affluent areas, were deemed among the best ways to get the property sector to be inclusive.
Mzobe's appointment as a director at SAIBPP further establishes the long-standing relationship between the entity and the JPC as they work together to transform the property industry.


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Thursday, September 10, 2009
Let Me Get my Crystal Ball ...
This threw a large bucket of cold water on my warm fuzziness, let me tell you. I went from injured pride to indignity to composing a scathing reply to CB all in a matter of about two minutes, but finally common sense kicked in. The recommendations we were getting outnumbered CB's complaint at least 10 to 1, and here I was getting my shorts in a bunch. I needed to get over myself and look at this at least somewhat objectively. (And besides, other posters on the bb came to our defense. Neener, neener.)
If you look at the list of info requested, I wouldn't say that we're asking the customer to "jump through hoops", but in fairness, we do ask for a lot of info.
Why? Because in order to make intelligent, comprehensive recommendations about saddles, we need as much info as we can get. Because we don't want our customers to spend the bulk of their saddle shopping budget shipping unsuitable saddles back and forth. Because we want to make this whole process as productive and painless as we can. And because occasionally, we get these sorts of inquiries (and I swear before the horse gods and goddesses, I'm not making these up - these are real inquiries, ver batim and in toto):
-"I'm riding my horse in a medium tree Pessoa, and it doesn't fit. What would you recommend?"
- "My mare's back was ouchy after our ride today. I think it's my saddle. What's wrong with the way it's fitting?"
- "My horse was on lay-up for the last two months, and gained a lot of weight. What tree width do I need?"
- "My horse goes funny to the right, and won't pick up the right lead canter. Does this mean my saddle doesn't fit?"
- A photo of a saddle sitting on a saddle buck, with the query, "Is this saddle the right size for me?"
- A photo of a horse's head (or in one memorable case, its rump), with the query, "This is my horse. What saddle would fit?"
- A piece of paper with two parallel lines drawn on it. One is labeled, "Back of my butt", and the other is labeled, "Front of my crotch"; below the two lines are the words, "Do I need a 16" or a 16.5" seat?"
Now, I'll admit that we have a pretty knowledgeable staff here - we all have the ability to make educated guesses and recommendations based on a good description of the horse or how the saddle's fitting (or not), but the inquiries listed above require "Let me lay hands upon my computer monitor and I will tap into the Divine Universal Saddle Fitter Consciousness and tell you what you need." And while we're pretty good, NO ONE is that good.
If you want to find a saddle that works for you and your horse, you need to do your homework, particularly if you're doing it long-distance. If we can't put our hands on the horse to assess the fit and watch the horse go in each saddle with you riding, we need your help - you need to be our eyes and ears (and hands). It's not necessarily easy or convenient, but for those customers who have no shops or fitters nearby, it may be the only way to find a saddle that works for you and your horse.
8 comments:
- Melissa said...
Ah. You certainly can't please everyone, because there are surely some very...challenged...people out there. All you can do is what you already do - try to educate the best you can, but rest assured you are doing a fantastic job for the *reasonable* people you work with. Your attention to detail and willingness to examine tracings and photos (and descriptions...LONG e-mailed descriptions =) ) was the reason I found a saddle that fits my horse. (The first I'd EVER found, by the way, and I'd tried many) Just let the rest roll off your back - you're doing just fine!
- September 10, 2009 at 10:46 PM
- saddlefitter said...
Thanks for the kind words, Melissa. We love our work at TMT - glad to hear we're doing a good job.
- September 12, 2009 at 10:42 AM
Frankly, CP is off base. I so appreciate your questions. Not only do they help you help me and my horse, I also learn about the basics of saddle fit.
Trullbull Mtn does a first rate job with internet and long distance clients.
- September 13, 2009 at 7:52 PM
- Andrew Campbell said...
Kitt: that just made me feel a whole lot better about work... sorry it has to happen to you.
I just started riding again the last year or so, virtually all gaited horses, and primarily for handling dogs in field trials. I don't know much about horses, and less about leather work, but I love your blog.
- September 13, 2009 at 9:40 PM
- saddlefitter said...
Val, Andrew, thanks. I must admit that the questions I cited are few and far between. Most of our customers want to do whatever it takes to find the right saddle, but when we do get queries such as the ones I mentioned, it's always good for a chuckle - and in most cases, we're able to educate the customer, too.
- September 14, 2009 at 10:54 AM
I love your blog. And your approach. Long live the hoops master!
- September 15, 2009 at 7:22 PM
*wiping tears of laughter from eyes*
oh my. There are times it must be quite difficult to answer earnestly and nicely.
As for hoops, um, yeah, I would happily jump through a billion hoops to get the right fit...that's just nuts, the saddle fitter wants TOO MUCH information???
I would feel like a fitter asking for precisely detailed information was extremely caring and competent, and invested in doing an excellent job for *my* needs. CB is missing out big time.
- September 16, 2009 at 11:51 PM
- Kate said...
One of the reasons I'm so very impressed with you and TMT is the amount of information you ask for when making a recommendation! It gives me far more confidence in your advice than I have with company specific reps who seem to want to sell me whatever saddle they have on hand with the least time and effort possible.
When it comes to data in scientific research we have a saying, "Garbage in = Garbage out."
- May 12, 2011 at 1:53 PM


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Singapore's reputation for kitsch and authoritarianism might justify William Gibson's description of the city as "Disneyland with the death penalty". But the Switzerland of Asia is for many a welcome respite from the squalor of most southeast Asian cities, and if you scratch below the squeaky clean surface you'll find much more than readily meets the eye. It's one of the few major southeast Asia cities where tourists do not need to insulate themselves in expensive hotels, restaurants, spas and clubs. Following the easing of government restrictions on people enjoying themselves, The Garden City, second only to Monaco as the world's most densely populated country, makes a great stopover or springboard into the region.
The food is southeast Asia's most diverse, only eclipsed by that of one other city in Asia, Hong Kong. Don't miss the uniquely Singaporean dish, Chili-Crab, the crab that bites back. The whole place is obsessed with food: eavesdrop a table of Singaporeans finishing their lunch and you will hear them discussing what they are planning for dinner. When you visit the Zoo, you may well overhear the locals wondering what the animals taste like, but no, in case you wondered, Singaporeans don't eat zoo animals, you have to go to Vietnam for that.
Shoppers can happily bust their baggage allowances in shopping meccas like Orchard Road and Suntec City. Whilst Singapore's reputation as a food and shopping mecca is well established, what is not so well known is that in recent years the government has relaxed its iron grip on the morals of its citizens a bit. Whilst the place is still respectable, it is now somewhere where you can legally enjoy a lively night out, maybe dancing on bar-tops whilst drinking your fill or more of whatever drink takes your fancy.
Just don't get caught buying chewing gum, as this is illegal. One would think the politicians would approve of the stuff, as chewing it impedes free speech, but they don't.
You can buy gum, but only by prescription from a pharmacy: what you have to tell the pharmacist to secure your prescription is anybody's guess. Maybe you need to grind your teeth and plead chewing withdrawal symptoms. Gambling casinos will be opening up in about 2009 as part of Singapore's new 'Fun and Entertainment' drive, the aim being to double the number of tourists visiting the Republic.
This new laisee faire attitude was recently demonstrated by the launch of The Tipple Exchange pub-crawl tour by government Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan who, unusually for a government minister, is not a septuagenarian and doesn't walk around in what looks like his old school uniform.
The pub crawl's good ales and intelligent conversation made for a great night out, and Singapore Slings were tasted and sometimes not-so-reluctantly retasted in a bid to find the best recipe in the Republic. This walking tour was organized by singaporewalks.com, which also offers other, non-alcoholic walking tours of Singapore's diverse and worthwhile cultural highlights. Singapore's spotless streets and courteous drivers make this the only city in southeast Asia where a walking tour can be recommended: in Manila, for example, such a trip would be about as pleasant as chewing on razor blades.
Singapore is by a mile the most pedestrian-friendly city in southeast Asia, although that isn't really such an accolade, as pretty much all the region's other city streets leave much to be desired. Pavements and pedestrian crossings in Singapore are in good shape and plentiful, roads are well signposted and, by Asian standards, drivers are usually careful - they have to be as, by law, any accident between a pedestrian and a vehicle is automatically deemed to be the driver's fault. This is a major boon to many a travel-weary tourist, nerves frazzled by the open drains and the psychopaths behind steering wheels of the neighbouring countries' capital cities. It is with relief that such visitors wander round Singapore's leafy, tout-free and quiet streets, maybe enjoying a newspaper and a cup of tea on Orchard Road, followed by a spa pampering session and then a gourmet dinner on Riverside.
Malay may be enshrined in the Constitution as the 'national' language, but in practice the most common language is English, spoken by almost every Singaporean under the age of 50 and, by many younger Singaporeans, with much better grammar and vocabulary than it is by most of the original owners of the language. Singaporeans are a pleasure to talk to: their manners are as impeccable as is their English. Republic Taxi drivers always agree to use the meter, are courteous and friendly, and usually know when you would prefer them to keep quiet. It is no accident that so many expatriates settle in this, easily the most livable city in southeast Asia.
The ruling People's Action Party (PAP) continues to dominate the political scene in Singapore, with 82 out of the 84 seats in Parliament (over half of which were won unopposed) and with opposition politicians regularly bankrupted by defamation suits. Few Western nations would put up with such undemocratic behavior, but many Singaporeans feel that they have so much 'freedom from' (poverty, crime, war, squalor etc) that they can put up with having their 'freedom to' curtailed. Societal restrictions have been loosened in recent years, with the government making a successful start in shaking off its staid, if not its totalitarian, image.
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