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As mentioned previously in a prior entry, I bought a new DSLR camera and have been learning to use it, along with the various lenses acquired, how to use the manual adjustments for picture size, ISO, AV, EV, F-Stop, AF, VR, long exposure and sequential shots, rapid shuttering, time delay, and my pride and joy: a 150-500 mm telephoto lens. Stocking up on other goodies, I shopped around on Amazon for most of my additional, optional equipment, and noticed a special sale on a kit that included a tripod, wireless remote (shutter release), a starter cleaning kit and soft cloth from the distributor. Needing another tripod anyway, and especially wanting the remote, I ordered the items and received them two days later from an outfit on Long Island, NY. Pretty good service, I thought, when the parcel was delivered by UPS to my front door.
Pulling out the tripod first and setting it up, I noticed how delicate it was, mounting my camera which caused the contraption to almost tip over, had I not been holding onto its neck. Oh well, so it goes. "You get what you pay for," as the adage states, having paid just $21.49 for the complete kit; thinking afterward I could use it for my wireless flash, or one of my smaller cameras.
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Next in the box was my wireless remote. The packaging read, "For Canon and other similar cameras." Maybe it was a generic product, I surmised and tore open the clear-plastic wrapping surrounding the electronic device, needing surgical scissors to cut my way through the pack. Setting my camera for remote operation, I pointed the tiny gadget at the Nikon's infrared sensors as instructed; but nothing happened: not a click, no beep, nor any flash. "WTF," I said while pushing harder and harder on the remote's little button, multiple times, only getting more frustrated and angrier as the result. Assuming perhaps the circular battery inside the accessory was dead, I considering my luck and found an e-mail address on Amazon for contacting the seller, sending them the following, leaving out the headers:
I just received my tripod and wireless remote control ordered on Amazon. On
the packing slip, it specified for the Nikon DSLR cameras, yet on the Vivitar
package itself, it says: fits Canon 5D M, ll/7D60D/T3i and all similar
cameras. It doesn't work with my Nikon D5200 camera at all; and yes, I had it
set up in the remote mode. Is it possible that you sent me the wrong wireless
remote, or the internal battery is dead? Also, I didn't receive, as specified
on the Amazon ordering page, a 6-Piece Cleaning Kit and Micro Fiber Cloth.
I am very dissatisfied and would like a response.
Please advise,
Mike Slickster
After two days and not hearing back from the supplier, I fired them another e-mail, not as cordial this time:
Thanks for your succinctly nonexistant reply. I'll be sure to mention it when
I make my review on Amazon about your products and lackluster customer
Mike Slickster
Figuring I'd give the outfit another day to respond but not hearing back from them, I wrote a review of what I thought of the particular kit ordered on Amazon, expressing my displeasure in my diatribe about the products and the distributor, after selecting "One Star," which meant I thought their service was "Awful," and explaining my reasoning for that choice:
The tripod received was totally flimsy. The wrong remote was provided,
stating on the package it was for "Canon," when I ordered it for "Nikon,"
as printed on the packing slip. Specified as inclusive on the advertisement
for the kit, the 6-piece cleaning paraphernalia and micro-fiber cloth
weren't shipped with my order. After two e-mails sent to them, I've yet
to receive a reply. If "0 Stars" would have been an option, I would have
chosen it for my rating this transaction. I will never buy from this
outfit again.
Although very unhappy and quite annoyed, I chalked this episode up to experience, for reminding me not to fall for a cheap price again; yet I felt better with myself for having vented my dissatisfaction in the blunt review. The next day, I received the following e-mail:
Hello Mike Slickster,
My name is Eric. It is my job is to review seller feedback so we can make
improvements and correct mistakes that were made. After reading your review
I see we sent you the wrong remote and you didn't like the tripod. I only
wish you would have contacted me first. I did not see any emails from you in
the amazon log.
What I propose, is to send you a better tripod and the correct remote control.
You also mentioned a cleaning cloth and the starter kit. I hope this will
persuade you into removing (you can't change) the negative feedback. Please
afford us a second chance and you will be helping all the hard working, tax-
paying people that work here. Thank you.
See that? The pen is mightier than the sword, or in this case, my laptop's keyboard took the place of the plume. I e-mailed Eric back, saying I had thrown the original packaging away and asked if they wanted their first shipment back, for which he informed me straightaway that I didn't need to return anything; and I would be notified on the following day with the UPS tracking number of the corrected order, if I removed the negative feedback on Amazon, which I did and notified Eric the comments were deleted in good faith. He responded later, saying the items would be going out first thing in the morning. The next day arrived (Thursday) and no correspondence from my favorite distributor was sent to me at all. I fired back these remarks on Friday afternoon after not hearing from him still, with a copy of the customer-service rep's redeeming offer:
I hope you haven't forgotten about this, as I haven't received your reply
with the tracking number of the sent shipment. Just a reminder that my
removed comments on Amazon can be easily reinstated.
Thank you,
Mike Slickster
Not more than ten minutes later, the following was sent my way:
Hello Mike Slickster,
The order was shipped with UPS, and tracking number is 1Z5386R-blah-blah-blah.
The package is scheduled for delivery today.
Best Regards,
Customer Service
Heavy-duty Tripod
My corrected order did indeed arrive at around 5 PM last evening, with all that was promised. The new tripod is sensational, extending to a height of 72 inches (183 cm), as opposed to the previous tripod's reach of 57 inches (145 cm); the wireless remote works splendidly, and the other items were packed correctly as well, making this photographer a happy camper. I went back to Amazon and gave a stellar review this time for my complete satisfaction with regards to the latest order and service rendered by the distributor, a testament to the ancient proverb, "The squeaky wheel gets the grease," rather than my usually self-applied aphorism, "The empty wheelbarrow makes the most noise."
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Andrew Wommack is speaking tonight, and it will probably be really good. I can always get the CD though. Terry has been there every day and every night working as a cashier. Her husband has been working at some volunteer position as well. I saw her for a while this afternoon, and she looked so tired. She isn't feeling good. If I was her, I would have gone to bed and stayed there.
I finished a cute project today, but I can't show it to you because it is a Christmas present for my daughter. Sometimes, she reads my blog, and I don't want her to see it.
I've got a new friend. I knew her many years ago when we first moved to the lake, but we only saw each other then because we both had a friend-in-common. Her husband died in February, and I didn't even know it until Terry told me about it. She is a darling person and is a few years older than I am. She really likes me and says she loves that I make her laugh. She said she hasn't laughed since her husband died. She rode with us to Jubilee the last two nights, so we were together many hours. She then came to my house yesterday and today to talk to me.
As it turns out, she is having all kinds of problems due to allowing family members to move in with her. WHY do those type of parents become my friends??? They complain and complain and complain about the situation which they hate, BUT when you tell them that THEY are the problem, they give you a million excuses why they can't change. She, at least, told me I was right. She says she can't do anything about it though. She did agree to make the person start paying her own way, but I don't know that she will.
Terry, also her friend, has told her the exact same things I've told her. It is so nice to have another friend that agrees with me. I don't feel like the horrible self-righteous ogre I've been accused of being by some.
I don't know if this lady will want to remain my friend, but I think she will. She was really sad that I was leaving tomorrow to go to my other house. She seems to be able to take advice as an attempt to HELP her, rather than an attempt to portray perfection on my part. Everyone has their strengths and weaknesses, and we need to learn from each other. If we spend much time together, I'm sure you will meet her on my BLOG one of these days. I will certainly be praying for her daily because the situation in her home is really sad.
Not much to tell you. I made a fun SHORT little video for you the other day. If you haven't seen it on my Youtube channel, here it is:
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I'll be back soon, probably from my other house with the F A S T internet! YAY!
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My family's morning routine is on the top of my 'make improvements' heap. Our school schedule is fine, having worked out the bugs and kinks months ago. It is the actual getting up and getting motivated that needs help. Not only do I have to get out of bed after only a few hours of sleep in some instances (ADHD and insomnia go hand in hand for me), but I also have to motivate two grumpy teenagers. The little ones are a breeze, as they bound out of bed with a smile and a giggle, and are raring to face the day. It makes me a little tired just watching them……and envious 🙂
The goal that I have in mind for fixing our mornings is not more chore charts, schedules and routines, but a change of heart. Rising up and giving God the glory is what all of us Christians should be doing……every morning, regardless of how we feel. He, in His infinite wisdom, has given us another day to do His work, to show the world what His might can do. The Bible tells us that Jesus rose early in the morning and spent time with His Father. Mark 1:35 And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed. We would do well to follow that example.
How many of us actually do this though? I want to get up really early and spend formal time with God, such as reading my Bible and praying in solitude, but with the thoughts of the demanding day ahead, the pain in my muscles from a restless sleep, and the weariness of too few hours of slumber, I find myself harried and rushed. That is not to say that I do not spend my first waking moments, and most of the moments throughout the day, in conversation with my Lord. Because of my life-long struggles of getting out of bed early, I make a point to remember who has allowed me to wake up at all!
This year, I will strive once again to make a resolution on morning worship. We read the Bible during our homeschool, and again at night for our family devotions…….of course, you can never get enough of the Bible……….so, the kids and I will read the daily entry from My Utmost for His Highest, written by Oswald Chambers. I even found a little children's version of his writings for my little ones. I may not be able to rise before dawn, nor do I rise at the crack of dawn, but my morning can still start off with His praises. After all, my heart does, and always will, belong to Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.


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As the NBA trade deadline nears, there's one big name who won't be in play for teams looking to acquire a superstar.
Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins has his general manager's word he won't be traded before the Feb. 23 deadline, and with seemingly good reason. The Kings are set to offer Boogie a huge maximum extension this offseason, securing his services for the foreseeable future while handsomely rewarding the big man for his work.
The deal is inevitable — just like the destruction that's sure to follow.
Cousins is one of the best players in the NBA and arguably its greatest big man. He showed the full complement of his skills on Tuesday night in a beatdown of the Los Angeles Lakers, forcing each purple-and-gold-clad big into foul trouble and throwing down massive dunks on a bewildered defense.
You have to give that kind of player the maximum amount of money allowed by the collective bargaining agreement. No front office on the planet would have the temerity to look at someone of Cousins' caliber and pass.
Five years at a cost of $200 million or more? Sounds good for a 7-footer who can shoot 3s, make plays, and get buckets. Without a doubt, Cousins is a destroyer of basketball worlds.
He also destroys his team from within — and despite a willingness to change, there's been little actual progress. Take Cousins' response to a league-leading 17th technical foul this season (via Sacramento Bee):
"It's obvious I can't be myself," Cousins said. "Me playing how I play is what makes me the player that I am. Obviously it's not acceptable, so I'm trying to find a way to, you know, do what these guys are asking me to do. It's not easy, but I'm trying to find a way."
Cousins says all the right things after the fact, but he's just not able to rein it in during games. Time after time, simmering frustration gives way to detonation and another ejection for the moody big man.
It's an awful situation for such an emotional player. You feel for a guy who wants to do the right thing despite his very being shoving him in the other direction. Yet that sympathy doesn't change reality.
The NBA isn't just about talent. Chemistry matters. Building an identity matters. When you're a veteran, leading your franchise matters. Seven years into his career, Boogie simply hasn't done that. Why should we think that will be different next year, or in 2020, or once Cousins has passed his peak? This is who Boogie is — a fantastic basketball player who's so good you can't let him go, yet a superstar in name only who doesn't help you win championships.
In his defense, we haven't seen Boogie with good players or in anything approaching a good situation. Cousins has watched his franchise jerk him around for years, trying to find someone to trust as the universe turns into a maelstrom all around him. Leading becomes a lot easier when your subordinates embrace the team concept and want to be led, so maybe winning could fix everything. Adding even just a few good players might be a nice start toward soothing Boogie's rage.
But that's the other problem: Sacramento is synonymous with "awful,' and that's not going to change any time soon.
This is a franchise that employs a former player with zero previous front office experience as general manager, a team owned by a man who views basketball as a laboratory for whimsical experimentation. The Kings drafted Nik Stauskas and made sure the world knew how great a decision it was, then watched their selection implode. They fired the only coach Cousins ever liked, then hired and fired so many coaches after that I've legitimately lost count. And when they did have a running mate for Cousins in Isaiah Thomas, they watched him walk away for similar money as a restricted free agent because he could smell the stench that permeates the organization.
The Kings aren't exactly the Spurs, is what I'm saying. Hell, they're not even the Knicks; at least New York has Carmelo Anthony and Kristaps Porzingis to go with their drama.
The only alternative is to trade Cousins, and that's a non-starter for all parties.
To borrow a gambling term, Sacramento is pot-committed. They have to take the chance Cousins takes the next step as a leader, because the odds of that are significantly greater than the chance Divac & Co. can use the first-round picks they receive in return to draft viable NBA players, let alone All-Stars. And Cousins doesn't want a trade because he wants to get paid. It's really that simple.
So Sacramento will give Cousins his maximum extension, as they must. Boogie will sign it, as he must. And the two sides will continue their pas de deux for the foreseeable future — one trying to keep his cool, the other searching for answers.
One year later, Boogie will demand a trade (as he should), and another team will gut its roster to add him, risking the possibility of recreating this quagmire in another locale. The Kings, because they are the Kings, will acquire 65 cents on the dollar in the exchange, and they will claim they got the better end of the deal. Boogie, meanwhile, will arrive in his location heralded as a savior. And for the first time in far too long, he will have hope.
First, though, comes despair. For Sacramento and Cousins, rock bottom is inevitable.


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Hints and tips for media appearances, speaking and social media. This week; News saturation; Thanks to South Africa; An online bake sale; Our 'Enery; The French Football Federation; Let's work together; Radio Gaga; Are you there?: An interview with Jay Oatway; Music from Amy Campbell
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Borussia Dortmund captain Mats Hummels has been attracting interest from Europes best clubs for a number of years. He is widely regarded as one of the best centre-backs in both club and international football.
At just 25, Hummels still has a lot of room to improve his game, and is considered number one target for both Arsenal and Manchester United.
Germany international Hummels, who was a key player during the 2014 World Cup, is expected to follow in the footsteps of former Dortmund players Lewandowski and Götze in a move away from the Westfalenstadion. With Klopp expected to also lose Marco Reus, the mass exodus may be enough to convince the club captain to relocate also.
At 6ft 3', Mats Hummels is certainly no push over, he wins most aerial duels and is not an easy man to shrug off the ball. His most appealing talent, certainly to Arsenal at last, is his incredible ability on the ball. He is widely known for his brilliant distribution of the ball, and his ability to feed a striker from half way across the pitch.
A natural leader on the pitch, Hummels is the ideal candidate for both Manchester Utd and Arsenal. Both clubs are in dire need of a world class centre-half, with these two former giants of the English game finding themselves sliding down the table.
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Although Arsenal are almost definitely going to finish 4th, the arrival of Mats Hummels could push Arsenal onto a better platform to go on and compete for more silverware. As for the red half of Manchester, bringing in Hummels may actually make people take the 'We can still win the league' talk seriously.
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23″ x 30″ Table of Conundrums is an altered piece, fully functional and ready to inspire a smile. This antique table has beautiful simple lines and wood tone. The top was slightly discolored (someone had some beverages on the bare wood), and called for assistance. I love the fade and age of old book pages and felt that rather than stripping the top, adding a layer of interest might be better.
The book was printed in 1902 and was falling apart, so not to worry book lovers, I'd never kill a book without consideration. "Conundrums, Riddles, Puzzles and Gags," by John Ray was published by Frederick J. Drake & Company. The pages are full of one-liners, jokes and puns, many of which are demonstrative of the time period in which the book was published.
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Broken Border Series continues with a Fiesta Buffet by Bumble Bee's Baja Grill followed by the Award-winning Film: Babel
Santa Fe Council on International Relations
413 Grant Ave., Suite D*
$30 includes fiesta buffet prepared by Bumble Bee's Baja Grill* and film: Babel (2006, 143 minutes)
*PLEASE NOTE: The venue, menu and price for this event have been changed. CIR will host the dinner/movie in our Conference Room on Grant Avenue. The Fiesta Buffet will be prepared by Bumble Bee's Baja Grill and will include rotisserie chicken, rice, beans, salad and dessert. Wine and beer will be complimentary during the happy hour. Price has been reduced to $30 per person for both dinner and film.
Happy Hour/Cash Bar: 5:00 p.m.; Buffet served: 5:30 p.m.; Movie Begins: 6:15 p.m. (Film is 143 minutes.)
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED by Monday, July 17.
In keeping with our current series on the Broken Border: Reconnecting the Camino Real, CIR presents a Southwest fiesta buffet prepared by Bumble Bee's Baja Grill at the CIR office, followed by the award-winning film: Babel directed by Mexican film director, producer and screenwriter, Alejandro González Iñárritu and written by Mexican author, screenwriter, director and producer, Guillermo Arriaga.
Babel is an international co-production among companies based in the United States and Mexico. The film portrays multiple stories taking place in Morocco, Japan, Mexico and the US. It was selected to compete for the Palme d'Or at the 2006 Cannes Film Festival, where González Iñárritu won the Best Director Award. Babel was later screened at the Toronto International Film Festival. It won the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Drama, and received seven Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director, and two for Best Supporting Actress, winning for Best Original Score.
Synopsis: "Four interlocking stories all connected by a single gun all converge at the end and reveal a complex and tragic story of the lives of humanity around the world and how we truly aren't all that different. In Morocco, a troubled married couple are on vacation trying to work out their differences. Meanwhile, a Moroccan herder buys a rifle for his sons so they can keep the jackals away from his herd. A girl in Japan dealing with rejection, the death of her mother, the emotional distance of her father, her own self-consciousness, and a disability among many other issues, deals with modern life in the enormous metropolis of Tokyo, Japan. Then, on the opposite side of the world the married couple's Mexican nanny takes the couple's 2 children with her to her son's wedding in Mexico, only to come into trouble on the return trip. Combined, it provides a powerful story and an equally powerful looking glass into the lives of seemingly random people around the world and it shows just how connected we really are." – Written by Mac
"By its end, Babel both gathers together and unravels its many strands, allowing that communication — by whatever form — is at once elusive, crucial, and misleading. But it can also be sincere." – Cynthia Fuchs, Common Sense Media
"Bumble Bee Bob" has been a part of the Santa Fe community for 52 years. He has been a rancher, a farmer and a land developer — a true entrepreneur at heart. He has served on several charitable boards in the community. Bumble Bee has shared his love of jazz by bringing world-class musicians to New Mexico for more than 20 years. He is actively involved with the trio (The Outpost, The Lensic Performing Arts Center and The Santa Fe Jazz Foundation) producing the annual "New Mexico Jazz Festival."
After years of traveling throughout Mexico and experiencing the people, the culture and the food, Bumble Bee and his wife, BJ, decided to bring the concept of "Fresh" Baja-style" food to Santa Fe. This original idea of FUN, FAST-CASUAL food was designed to use fresh ingredients usually only found in gourmet, fine-dining restaurants. It was important to them to bring this to their guests at an affordable price.
Guests will find items to meet every taste and dietary need from several corners of Mexico, including vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free. All items are made fresh to order, in this way, guests at our restaurant can design their meal with the ingredients they prefer.
The goal at Bumble Bee's Baja Grill is to provide you with exceptional food and great service as well as a meaningful dining experience. Often "Bumble Bee Bob" or BJ will greet you as they THANK YOU for coming. BJ says, "our guests are also our friends and add to the
atmosphere of fun and fellowship that we have in this great community of Santa Fe."
When people tell "Bumble Bee" that they really enjoyed his food, he often replies,
"GREAT, I'll see you tomorrow!
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Finally, I get to reveal Unhinged's official playlist and giveaway some goodies!
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"My husband works construction and has been laid off since October. Trying to find work in this area is really hard for construction workers and December, January's bills just got outrageous," said Vickie Clark, Lake County resident.
"I got a shutoff notice. It's a green slip saying you need to pay something or we're going to cut off your service," said Esther Hutton-Woods, Lake County resident.
"I got my shutoff notice last week. I have been laid off since January 1," said Bob Hebler, Lake County resident.
There is a 7 percent increase in disconnect notices. If you're unable to pay, there are several agencies that can help.
"When a customer gets in touch with us, they can also call one of the energy assistance agencies in their local community. When a customer does get in touch with us. We can put them in touch with an agency who has assistance," said Nick Meyer, NIPSCO.
Some of the other programs that offer assistance include the state energy assistance program which can give up to $750; the Winter Warmth Program which can give up to $450 in assistance; the Gift of Warm Fuel Fund; and Township Trustees whose assistance can vary between communities. Before you can find out what assistance you qualify for, you must first call them or one of these agencies.
"We can get them qualified because there is still funding available in all of the programs and you don't anyone out there to have their gas shut off," said Margot Zabato, South Lake County Community Services.
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Here are a few random facts about me:
I'm twenty-one years old, as of August 7th, 2017.
I'm the youngest of my siblings.
I've moved from house to house twenty times.
I was public-schooled from Kindergarten to 7th grade and home-schooled the rest of the way, which allowed me to focus on writing.
When I was younger, I wanted to be a marine biologist, an archaeologist, or a meteorologist. I soon learned that science and math went hand in hand, and switched to a more practical approach in life; writing. Math was never my strong suit.
I love traveling! My dream destination is Isle of Skye, Scotland.
I adore most animals, but Golden Retrievers are my absolute weakness, especially my own little guy, Bennett.
I love listening to Lindsey Stirling and epic trailer music as I write. They help me focus on the story, especially when I get to an action scene.
- My personality type is an INFJ.
Last, but definitely not least, I'm a follower of Jesus Christ who dreams of bringing glory to God through her writing.


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The National Sports Lottery (NSL) plc is currently deploying 30,000 i8550 POS terminals. This is aimed at making the lottery game easily accessible in more locations nationwide. NSL plc is the organiser and sponsor of the Lotto Nigeria game show. Lotto Nigeria is a weekly lottery game show that is drawn twice a week (Saturdays and Wednesdays).
Lotto Nigeria involves selecting six numbers from 49 possible options. If player matches all six drawn number he/she wins the jackpot. Players that match five, four or three number also win various sums.
The deployment of these i8550 POS terminals by NSL plc will enable NSL penetrate the market as it will make the game more accessible to more people.
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i8550 communicates wirelessly via GPRS/GSM and is equipped with a keypad. i8550 terminal supports different payment options like Debit, Credit and other Smart cards. It also supports payment via signature capture and barcode scanning. i8550 POS terminal is powered with a lithium ion battery. A built-in easy to load thermal printer enables users print bills and other transaction messages.
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NSL plc is collaborating with Valucard, the joint acquirer of Visa international in Nigeria, to enable Visa and VPay cardholders to purchase from shops that deploy this i8550 POS.
Other services that are possible with this POS terminal are the purchase of mobile phone recharge cards and fund/cash transfer. Presently mobile networks like MTN, Celtel, glo and Starcomms are supported.
i8550 terminals will be deployed in shops, eating joints, restaurants, supermarkets, hotels and in other locations where secure and convenient payments are required.
According to Ingenico group, over 11 million of these i8550 terminals have been deployed worldwide.
If you are a merchant or a retailer or you find this device useful in your business you can contact NSL on the following hotlines for all enquiries:
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- Shale gas exports to Asia are a win-win for the Trump administration
- They boost investment in U.S. infrastructure and Washington's international clout
- The biggest gains may be to bolster ties with China and disarm Russia's gas weapon
Among its many early initiatives, President Donald Trump's new administration has shown its determination to eliminate most, if not all, of the restraints on energy policy imposed by its predecessor. President Barack Obama's regulations about the Keystone XL and Dakota pipelines are being repealed, along with numerous other, similar restrictions on the domestic and foreign activities of energy companies.
This comes at a time when Brent crude prices are rising (to $54 a barrel as of this writing), in part due to OPEC's agreement with Russia to cut production. In consequence, the opportunity for the United States to assert its comparative advantage in shale and export shale oil and gas (in the form of liquefied natural gas, or LNG) has grown. Even when prices had declined to $30-$40, many U.S. shale producers were able to stay afloat. The subsequent recovery in prices has encouraged many others to return to the market.


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The Awakening (Darkest Powers Trilogy 2) by Kelley Armstrong
Chloe Saunders is on the run
and raising hell. Literally.
Chloe Saunders is not your average supernatural teenager. Genetically altered at birth by a sinister team of scientists, she can barely control her terrifying powers. Now the team that created her has decided it's time to end the experiment. Permanently.
Now Chloe is running for her life along with a charming sorcerer, a troubled werewolf and a temperamental young witch. Together they have a chance for freedom – but can Chloe trust her new friends? (Goodreads)
The Awakening starts from where The Summoning left. Chloe, Tori and Rae has been recaptured by the Edison Group. Chloe and Tori escapes and starts to search for Derek and Simon. After they are reunited they decides that the best solution is to look for a family friend of Derek and Simon who could help. They're trying to learn to control they're new powers and to figure out what was done to them.
It's been some time since I read the first book and didn't remember these were so much fun!
Chloe is trying to learn how to control necromancy and her power just seems to grow. She's also trying to accept what she learned about her Aunt who was always there for her.
I like her , and the fact that she doesn't come complete idiot when a boy is around, and she is starting to believe in herself more. Sure she does some stupid decisions that leads her needing to be rescued but still. From the first book she has had a crush on Simon who is this nice, thoughtful guy but there is also Derek who most of the time is kinda rude at everyone but at times is kind and caring.
I liked Simon and thought he was fun but Derek is the mysterious one. Chloe understand him and helps him with his struggle with the wolf. And I can't feel hoping there would be more between the two!
I wish we would have been told more about how the kids have been genetically altered. It's told that they were but never more than that. And it doesn't come clear what is supposed to be normal so you don't really know how different the kids really are.
Personally I found it interesting when we found out that Simon has diabetes. It doesn't come across often in the books and not with something about medication plan explained. And even though it's not a big deal in the story, there is still the proper information.
I really enjoyed this and it was kinda quick read too. Can't wait to start Armstrong's adult serie too!
Published: Orbit (2009)
Format: Paperback
Pages: 357
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Getting married requires the right match. Similarly, getting someone to take your wedding photos requires hiring the best person for the job. How to know if you've found the best one? Here are some telltale signs that you might already have met the best candidate:
You don't worry about budget
A popular professional wedding photographer can be expensive to hire. Now, a wedding comes with a lot of expense. It's only natural that you would want to save on costs. When choosing from the available wedding photographer who is offering their services, see to it that they are amenable to work with your budget.
You can't stop talking about them to your family or friends
Rapport is one of the most important things that you need to consider during the shoot. If you notice, people often respond positively to other people who exude a positive vibe. When you can't stop talking about the photographer to your family or friends, it means that you like this person. If you do, then there's a great chance that other people will also come to warm up easily to this person, which will make it easier for them to smile for the camera during the wedding photography shoot.
You love their portfolio
You can expect that candidates will already have some experience working with other clients. They will be providing you with their portfolio that will consist of wedding photos from previous gigs. Upon reviewing their works, you will notice that each of these will have their own personal style. If you love what you see, then this person might be able to deliver according to your expectations.
You can talk to them about the creative side of the shoot
Some couples would love to have wedding photos that they can call their own. This will require a lot of creativity. If you can discuss about this with the photographer, you may be on the right track. This person is open to working with your suggestions and may even be able to provide some creative input so that your wedding album will have your own personal brand.
You feel comfortable behind the camera
Having a wedding photo taken can be a nerve wracking experience for some. If you're camera shy, you may not be able to get the best shot, which is certainly a no-no during this once-of-a-lifetime event. Ask the photographer for a trial shoot to gauge if you are comfortable behind the camera. If yes, then you may have found your ideal photographer.


text: In Chapter 5 of 16 in her 2011 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, The Grace List founder and entrepreneur Hattie Elliot answers "What Makes Your Work Meaningful?" As an entrepreneur providing a service for singles, she has unexpectedly found reward and excitement not only making love connections but also helping others meet new friends and do business. Elliot is the founder and CEO of The Grace List, which is redefining the dating world by creating opportunities for singles to revitalize personal interests and find intriguing people who will influence their lives. Before founding The Grace List, Elliot worked as a social entrepreneur and business development consultant. Elliott graduated from the University of Cape Town in South Africa, where she studied economics, philosophy, and politics.


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Here are 20 random facts about yours truly! :o)
2. I cannot imagine life without a kitty... although it is more than likely that my current kitty will forever be my Only Cat. We have had her for almost nine years, but my husband developed an allergy to her only recently. We still have Kitty because I love her, and because my husband loves me. We have found many ways to help manage my husband's allergy, but one of them is that Kitty can't sleep in our room anymore. I will be absolutely crushed when she passes away, and I can't stand thinking about it. I've told her she needs to live for another good 30+ years......
3. I am unable to sleep a) with my hair touching my face or neck b) without my specific pillows (which do travel with me) and c) without my stupid mouth guard. I am a nighttime jaw-clencher! :o(
4. I prefer to eat hot foods HOT. As in almost to the point of scalding. If it's supposed to be hot, it just tastes soooo much better *H*O*T*!
5. I have had multiple random ~strangers~ ask me if I've had plastic surgery on my nose. I have not. What does this mean? That my nose is exceptionally desirable, or that I look like the victim of a botched nose job??
6. My husband is an amazing and incredible man. (See #2!) We met at work, and spent every waking hour together until we were married... after which we spent every waking and sleeping hour together until my first child was born and I quit my job. It was a very difficult transition to go from being with him 24/7, to being apart for 8 hours a day. I still love it when he comes home on his lunch breaks -- and wish we could still be together all day, every day!
7. Despite #6, I also value and appreciate alone time! Hubs has "book club" (read: video game night) once a week, when I shut myself into my sewing room with Netflix and sew into the wee hours of the morning. I love and look forward to these consecutive hours of uninterrupted-by-kiddos sewing!
8. "I'm afraid I'm just not very good at... confrontations!" (movie quote!) Really, though -- My philosophy for life is "Live and Let Live." Or perhaps more descriptive: "Leave Me Alone." HA!
9. My husband and I had a discussion about movies, and how to describe what my favorite style of movies is. He is very observant, and came up with a fantastic description that I just couldn't put my finger on by myself... I like comedies, but not ones where they are blatantly TRYING to be funny. No slapstick; no bodily function jokes. Those are a dime a dozen. But maybe not necessarily intellectual comedies, either. Hmmmm.... How to describe? I love movies where everyone is being extremely serious...ly funny! Okay, a short list of examples: Napoleon Dynamite, The 'Burbs, Mystery Men, Joe Versus the Volcano, Three Amigos, Doctor Horrible, The Hudsucker Proxy, UHF, Amelie, Strictly Ballroom, and so on. So... What exactly IS that movie category?? And, can anyone give me suggestions for other good ones? :oD
10. I have three brothers and two sisters. My brothers all live out of state, and rather far away... but my sisters both live within two hours of me. My brothers are some of the most HI-LARIOUS people I know. Example: www.youtube.com/watch?v=6z2aZtoeEuw But they also used to drive my sister and I ~i~n~s~a~n~e~ with their incessant gooning allllllll night long in their bedroom next to ours.
11. My mom and dad still live at the home I grew up in. My husband's parents still live in the home he grew up in. When we built our home we built it with the intent to live here FOREVER. :o)
12. I don't drink alcohol. Never have. Never will.
13. I detest wearing socks, but if I must wear them they neither match each other nor what I am wearing.
14. I tend to collect things obsessively... but only small things. (No, my house does not look like an episode of Hoarders.) It seems to be cyclical, though -- often corresponding with seasons. I tend to have Seasonal Affective Disorder, and a touch of OCD. I have random collections such as: matchbox-size cars from the movie Cars, tiny stuffed animals (Only Hearts Pets and Whimzy Pets), LPS Blythes of course, etc. It's always toys. :o)
15. Speaking of OCD... I cannot touch raw meat. I hate to smell like cooked/cooking food. I detest all restaurants that serve fajitas -- the ones they bring out still sizzling on a little pan -- because there is no hope of NOT smelling like it when you leave. There are a great many restaurants that have been blacklisted by me for that reason. My "smell like food" abhorrence makes cooking at home a little difficult, but I have ways of managing. :o)
16. I hate swimming. HATE IT. That is one of the reasons all my kids are taking swimming lessons... I don't want THEM to hate it.
17. I also detest seafood of every kind. I am a landlubber. I guess that comes from living nowhere near open waters. (And I don't think lakes count!)
18. We have eleven aspen trees planted in a little grove around the end of our house where our bedroom and bathroom are. I love opening the blinds and watching the leaves in the wind... and especially love opening the windows at night to listen to the breeze rustle through the leaves. I can't wait until the trees are just a little bit bigger so I can hang a big ol' hammock out there -- same as my grandpa used to have!
19. I loooove garden tomatoes, and we plant three tomato plants every year -- one cherry, one early fruit-bearing, and one later fruit-bearing. But I am the only one in the family who eats them!! :oD
20. I hate feet. Mine, yours, anybody's. Keep 'em away from me!!


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Book four of four.
Having a destination, Lev, Risa, Connor and Cam are on the move again. Their arcs, started four books ago, come sluggishly to a close. I plowed my way through this one. Shusterman takes his time to explore the characters and develop them right to the end. It feels like he didn't quite have enough material to stretch to four books.
I had a few problems with this one. There were a surprising number of easily spotted typos, for one thing. But more importantly, some characters who were working up to be major players were forgotten in the climax. I would have liked to have seen them standing at the end, to know how they were doing.
This is a series that was running low on steam towards the middle of book three, and it's straining to reach a conclusion by the end. Stop at the gut punching UnWind or go no further than UnWholly.


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At the "EWTN Family Celebration" I met a woman from Tanzania who now lives in Atlanta. She wanted to say hello to me because I had met her mother and sister, who still live in Tanzania, at World Youth Day in Australia. I bumped into them at the Sydney Cathedral and I was amazed to hear about how the network is reaching people in Africa.
I love these conferences that we have. I love getting to meet the people that watch the network and see how the message of the Gospel and the teachings of the Church resonate in people's lives and maybe help them through some difficulty they are dealing with. We usually hear a lot of confessions at these events, and it helps us friars to get to know the EWTN family better.
The conference is also a place of evangelization. We always "catch" some people that might have been away from the church for awhile and just tagged along with someone for the weekend. Deacon Bill always makes exhortations to go to confession, and people listen to him because it is where we are purified and given graces to overcome sin in our lives.
In coming together, we inspire one another. Everyone has a story of what the Lord has done in their lives. Certainly in the confessional a priest hears of struggles and victories in the Christian life, and I got to hear many stories this weekend of perseverance and hope. We all have a function in the Mystical Body of Christ; we are all workers in the vineyard in some way, and the Gospel touches every part of our lives.
It is good that we can come together and, perhaps, see in each the gifts we have received. Praying for one another, encouraging one another and just sharing an excitement about the faith are no small things. In an age that has largely turned away from God, it is important to be with others who are trying to live a Christian life. The faith is always being made new in us when we live and apply it in the everydayness of life, and this radiance of faith has a way of enlightening others around us.
I also enjoyed meeting the speakers at the conferences. For some time, I had wanted to meet Barbara McGuigan and had always managed to miss her on her trips here. I got to hear about her work, about obstacles overcome and her trusting in the Lord for inspiration. Most of the time, we are the ones getting in the way of God's working in our lives, and seeing others being an instrument of God inspires us to get out of the way and let Him work.
The conferences are great, and I hope whoever is reading this can come to one someday. I would love to meet you.


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Dear SEC Commissioners,
Please do not give in to industry pressures on Section 1504 of the Dodd-Frank Act (the Cardin-Lugar Amendment) - and make sure that ALL companies are covered, every country and every project gets reported, and loopholes that would allow large sums of money to go unreported are closed.
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Dear SEC, it is crucially important to the lives of millions of impoverished but dignified peoples around the world that you fully and aggressively enforce Section 1504 of the Dodd-Frank bill. Big oil companies MUST be forced to reveal ALL of their payments to foreign governments and officials when doing business abroad. For far too many years the BILLIONS of dollars that could have raised MILLIONS of people out of poverty has been siphoned off to the private bank accounts of corrupt political leaders. THIS MUST STOP. AFRICA is depending on it!!


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A Relaxing Resort Retreat for all on Costa Rica's Famed Playa Flamingo
Crowned by volcanic mountain ranges in the east and fertile lowlands and stunning beaches in the west, Guancaste is an enchanting paradise. Discover the blissful setting of Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa, the only hotel and resort located directly on Costa Rica's beautiful Playa Flamingo, one of the most eco-friendly beaches in Costa Rica. We pride ourselves on offering friendly and welcoming services and modern amenities to our guests, and we are also committed to taking care of our unique location through dedicated sustainable tourism practices.
We invite you to indulge in some of the enticing attractions and activities available only in Costa Rica:
- Spend a day on the beach, or at our swim-up pool bar or enjoy one of the many optional adventure tours available
- Unwind at our luxurious onsite spa with a pampering massag , and then hit the links at a Robert Trent Jones, Jr. or Mike Young-designed championship golf course, offering exclusive privileges for Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa guests
- Watch the sea turtles lay their eggs on a nearby beach, or visit one of Costa Rica's National parks
- Try Scuba – a complimentary and relaxed scuba experience in our resort pool supervised by PADI instructors from our dive operator. Is it for you? Give it a quick try and experience the magic of breathing underwater. If you love it, sign up for a Discover Scuba Diving Resort course.
- Enjoy our daily complimentary resort activities. Learn how to Salsa, try some water aerobics, or an escorted nature walk.
This exotic destination blends the tranquility of an unspoiled tropical paradise with an extensive array of leisure pursuits and a rich, colorful culture.
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Escape to a fun, adventurous & romantic oceanside retreat just steps away from the Pacific Ocean, sheltered by forested mountains. Flamingo Beach Resort offers comfortable Costa Rica lodging in the tropical province of Guanacaste. Our spacious Costa Rica accommodations come in distinct sizes and styles, and provide an abundance of luxury amenities. Awaken to the sound of ocean waves lapping the pristine white sands of Flamingo Beach, as well as a kaleidoscope of exotic plants and wildlife just outside our doorstep. Abandon your cares! Refresh, relax and rejuvenate at our intimate beach resort featuring an oversized outdoor swimming pool with swim-up cocktail bar, indoor/outdoor dining, spa, casino, beauty & fitness services & all of the exciting, adventure nature tours and water sports that Costa Rica has to offer!
All of our restful guestrooms offer modern amenities including direct dial telephone with voice mail, complimentary WIFI access, AM/FM clock radio, minibar (fee), ceiling fans, flat screen cable TV, remote controlled air conditioning, private bath with tub and shower combination, make up mirror, hairdryer, and complimentary bath toiletries. Pool or ocean views can be purchased as an upgrade here: http://www.resortflamingobeach.com/suites
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Your vacation at our resort will be even more memorable with the our international cuisine which bursts with authentic local Costa Rican flavors that are sure to tempt the most discriminating appetites while you enjoy the warm Latin hospitality of all of our bartenders and wait staff.
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Arenas Restaurant offers all-day dining in both indoor, air-conditioned comfort and on a breeze-kissed outdoor oceanfront patio. The resorts restaurant is a true Epicurean experience, using local fresh native seafood. View Arenas Restaurant menu here.
The resort has it's own organic farm, growing an abundance of vegetables and herbs that are used daily in many of our dishes, providing our guests with "farm-to-table" culinary freshness. For more information on our resorts commitment to using local, sustainable products click here.
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Health, beauty and fitness are a key part of your journey to receive relaxation and wellness. For this reason, we have partnered with expert health and beauty treatment providers to ensure a restful and relaxing spa experience. We also have our own full–time activities director should you wish to participate in our daily fitness activities.
Take advantage of our health and beauty services or let us customize a spa retreat just for you. Indulge in:
- Spa massages, facials , and body treatments through OnZen Spa. Located just off the second floor lobby, our spa facilities include his and hers locker rooms, indoor Jacuzzi pools, saunas, and steam–therapy rooms. In keeping with our sustainable and eco-friendly practices, our highly-trained therapists use healthful, organic products wherever possible.
- Manicures & Pedicures including our signature pedicure.
- Spa packages , Place yourself in the skilled hands of a OnZen spa care expert and relax for hours at a time with these specially tailored packages.
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The Water Sports Center at the Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa offers guests the option of an exciting water adventure or just relaxation on beautiful Flamingo beach. We offer everything you need to enhance your beach experience! From beach chairs– which are complimentary to guests of the resort–to umbrella rentals, boogie boards, paddle boards, kayaks, and exhilarating tours on high performance Yamaha Wave Runners. Nothing compares to a high speed thrill ride along the rugged coastline, and through the beautiful waters of Playa Flamingo. Beautiful beaches, emerald water, and stunning scenery are only the beginning! Turtles, whales and dolphins frequent the local waters and are often spotted on our jet ski tours.
We also rent bicycles and offer ATV Tours so you can explore the beautiful area around the Flamingo Beach Resort on land as well as by sea!
We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful beach.
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A variety of ATV Tours are available for guests of Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa including combination tours like ATV / Canopy tours, ATV / Snorkeling tours, ATV / Sunset tours, and ATV / Mountain tours. We guarantee there is something for everyone!
Body/Skim Board:
Fun for all ages- Enjoy the thrill of the rolling waves here in Flamingo Beach. You can sit and watch the kids have all of the fun or you can rediscover your youthful self and take a Body Board out and catch a few waves or glide across the surf with a speedy Skim Board. Be careful, some of those pictures can make it back to the office.
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A great way to get out on the water for some fun and exercise!
Beach Chairs and Umbrellas:
Enjoy a day on beautiful Playa Flamingo. See the resort's pool bar staff between 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. to arrange for our beach concierge to set up your chairs and/or umbrella on the beach for you.
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Markings:7th Geodic Squadron, 55th Strategic Reconnaissance Group, Forbes AFB, Kansas, 1949
Serial Number:44-23006
Designed in 1941 in response to an Army Air Force requirement for a new cargo plane capable of ground-level loading, paratroop operations, and glider towing, the C-82 incorporated a number of innovations that have become standard in military cargo aircraft. These include rear loading doors, a high wing, and an unobstructed cargo area. The rear passenger doors allowed the easy dropping of paratroopers and the removal of the rear clamshell doors allowed the dropping of larger cargos and vehicles. The C-82 first flew in September 1944 and over 220 had been delivered when production ended in 1948.
- Wingspan: 106 ft, 5 in
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- Height: 26 ft 4 in
- Weight: 54,000 lbs (loaded)
- Max. Speed: 248 mph
- Service Ceiling: 21,200 ft
- Range: 3,875 miles
- Engines: 2 Pratt & Whitney R-2800-85 radials, 2,100 hp each
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Makhloufi was seen as suspicious online, but also on the BBC. For those watching who don't normally follow track, the suspicion seemed outrageous. The suspicion, as far as I can tell, comes from: 1) Makhloufi's performance in the semifinal, where he ran a 3:33 with a 1:49 last 800, 52-second last lap and a sub-39 last 300, 2) the similarity of Makhloufi's emergence to that of Rashid Ramzi in 2005, right down to the fast heat, the dominating kick in the final and, of course, being an Algerian to Ramzi's Moroccon origins and 3) the way that Makhloufi was able to win despite easing up on the final straight.
I can not say for sure that Makhloufi is clean, of course, and I admit that I thought Ramzi was clean, but I see no more reason for Makhloufi or even Ramzi to be dirty than Galen Rupp or Ryan Hall, two runners who were also-rans at major competitions before jumping to the next level all of a sudden. Makhloufi is a great deal different from Ramzi in that he's only 24 years old, has been running internationally for a few years and ran World Cross Country as a junior in 2007. He ran a 3:30 earlier this year in Monaco.
The similarities to Ramzi are purely racial when you consider that the performance by Norwegian Henrik Ingebrigtsen was probably the biggest jump made by anybody in the final. Ingebrigtsen actually ran a personal best (and a national record) in the final, finishing fifth. The idea of a runner "coming out of nowhere" is also nonsense. Every runner comes out of nowhere to LetsRun unless he is American, English-speaking or a famous East African. When Ibrahim Jeilan won gold in the men's 10,000 at last year's World Championships, not only did LetsRun collectively consider him to be a nobody, but even Mo Farah admitted that he had no idea who Jeilan was, even though Jeilan had run 27:02 a five years before that race.
As for the kick that was too fast to have been clean, Makhloufi split a 12.6 from 1200 to 1300, and we all know that anybody who drops a 12.x 100 into a 1500 has to be doped to the gills. He then accelerated to run a 12.5 on the final turn before easing up to a 14.3 on the final straightaway, a final 300 of 39.4. It was the 200 segment from 1200 to 1400 that cemented Makhloufi's reputation in the mind of LetsRun posters. If not that, then it was how hard he was breathing after the race, a favourite of amateur doping analysts, who use their experience on the European circuit to know how hard an athlete should be breathing after a world-class 1500.
For comparison, Asbel Kiprop ran a 51-second last lap to win the World Championships at Daegu last year and Yusuf Saad Kamel ran a 38-point 300 to win at Berlin in 2009. The real story in this race is actually the complete failure of the top-seeded runners to do anything. Look at the year's best times, and compare them to the results of the final.
Fastest times in 2012
1. Asbel Kiprop 3:28.88
2. Silas Kiplagat 3:29.63
3. Nixon Chipseba 3:29.77
4. Ayanleh Souleiman 3:30.31
5. Nick Willis 3:30.35
6. Amine Laalou 3:30.54
7. Taoufek Makhloufi 3:30.80
8. Bethwell Birgen 3:31.00
9. Mekonnen Gebremedhin 3:31.45
Six of the nine fastest 1500 runners this year ran in the final. Of the six who ran, Makhloufi ranked fifth for personal bests. The slowest times belonged to the Americans and the Norwegian, which LetsRun would take as a sign of dodging the doping control at major European meets. Manzano, who finished second, had the tenth-fastest personal best out of the 12 runners in the final. We could take that as a sign that this was an unpredictable race. With the first three laps run in 2:54 (3:38 1500 pace), the field had effectively handed the race to the fastest 800-metre runner in the bunch.
Normally, this would be Olympic and World champion Asbel Kiprop, who owned the fastest 800 time in the field alongside the fastest 1500 time, but Kiprop was clearly injured, lagging behind the whole field for much of the race and finishing last in 3:43. The only other runner in the field who had ever broken 1:44 was Makhloufi. He had ran 1:43.88 to Kiprop's 1:43.15. Kiprop is definitely the superior talent, but Makhloufi had a rare opportunity in a slow pace and a favourite who had been knocked out of contention.
When Makhloufi kicked, Gebremedhin of Ethiopia and Kiplagat went with him. They paid the price for it, as Iguider passed them both to move into on the final straight. Manzano made a huge move on the final straight, passing Gebremedhin and Kiplagat, but also Iguider, putting a huge gap on all three on his way to winning bronze. If Makhloufi made it look too easy by making everyone else look bush league, the same can be said of Manzano, an even bigger nobody on paper than Makhloufi.
The finishing order was almost inverted, as I could have believed Kiprop winning ahead of Chipseba, with Bilal Mansoor Ali taking bronze and Nick Willis finishing fourth. I don't think anyone would have been surprised by Manzano finishing eleventh and Makhloufi in twelfth. What happened today was similar to the men's 10,000 in that the Kenyan men seemed to move backwards when it counted most, and other big names like Willis, Centrowitz or Iguider either came up empty or moved too late. Those who followed Makhloufi, meanwhile, suffered most, with Kiplagat and Gebremedhin finishing sixth and seventh. I don't know who else followed, as the camera only followed these top three runners.
It may well turn out that Makhloufi tests positive, but for every athlete that the media and fans have accused of being doped, about the only one who has ever tested positive was Rashid Ramzi. He is, in effect, the pancake that stuck to the wall. I don't doubt that there are others, but if we're going to believe LetsRun and, apparently, the BBC, those who take drugs are invariably non-Western, at least when it comes to distance-running.


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We still don't know how Blake Lively will fare with her newest movie Savages come early July, but regardless of its appeal, Gucci will remain a fan of her work. The company announced today it will make Lively the face of its next female fragrance. Entitled Gucci Premiere, the scent will head to the market next month all over the world, which is fitting since the promotional film to launch the line will make its debut in Venice.
To help hype the brand and possibly to provide further incentive to woo Lively, Gucci also hired Drive director Nicolas Winding Refn to helm a short film starring the former Gossip Girl actress. Its contents are completely unknown and being held very closely under wraps, but journalists and a select group of fans will get their chance to view it at the Venice Film Festival on September 1st. Gucci doesn't really do small peanuts. If they're going to roll out something new, the company always goes big.
Here's what Lively had to say about her new job, courtesy of The Hollywood Reporter…
"I admire the qualities of the Gucci Première woman and feel honored to represent the fragrance."
In a statement released by Gucci, creative director Frida Giannini said she picked Lively because she looks like a contemporary version of the classic Hollywood beauties from the Golden Age. One would imagine the actress' boyfriend Ryan Reynolds agrees with that analysis completely.


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- 1 c water
- ½ c organic cane sugar
- 1 tbsp arrowroot powder
- 16 oz fresh strawberries, rinsed, tops removed and sliced in half
Cobbler Topping:
- 1 c unbleached white, or whole wheat pastry, flour (or a combination)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/3 c rolled oats
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 4 tbsp (1/2 stick) vegan butter
Preheat oven to 400°F; butter a medium-size baking dish (8x8" or a 9" pie pan) and set aside.
In small saucepan, whisk together water, sugar and arrowroot over medium heat until sugar dissolves and sauce thickens.
Add strawberries and coat well. Simmer on low heat until berries soften slightly, about 3 minutes. Pour berry mixture into baking dish.
To make cobbler topping: sift flour, baking powder, oats, brown sugar and salt together in a medium bowl.
Spoon cobbler mixture over strawberries. Bake in oven for 40-45 minutes, until topping crusts over and gets firm.
Substitution: If you don't have arrowroot on hand, substitute 2 ¼ tsp of corn starch.


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RG146 Compliant Financial Planning Courses And Your Career
If you're thinking of progressing with your career, you may be interested to know there are a lot of financial planning courses available. This type of course can help you to get ahead in your chosen field, and give you the confidence you need to apply for a wide range of jobs.
When you decide to make a difference to your careers, you need to think about undertaking some RG146 training as it's this training that will get you where you need to be. There are a number of course you can undertake so you can enjoy a career as a:
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You should take note that it's vital for you to undertake one of the RG146 compliant financial planning courses, as it's these courses that give you the qualifications you need in order to give advice. You can be qualified up to the ears, but if you don't have an RG146 certificate, you cannot give advice to anyone, and that would be a real shame if it's something you would like to do.
Taking Stock Of Your Career
Take stock of what you would like to do with your life, and make sure you make the appropriate changes as soon as possible. Once you do, you can be sure you will be well on your way to enjoying a new career, or an improved career.
If there's a job you've always wanted to do, now's the time to go ahead and do it. You can be sure that you will enjoy the training that's on offer, and that you will reap the rewards of expanding your career prospects, or moving further up the career ladder.
Where To Study
There are a number of options you can choose from when you decide to start your new training course, you can either study at a college, or you can study online. There are benefits to both methods of training and studying, you just need to decide which is the right one for you.
RG146 Compliant
Now is the time to evaluate your career and start thinking about improvements. The world of finance is a competitive one, but you can get a head start if you have the right qualifications. Remember that it's vital you have RG146 compliant training because without it you will not be qualified to give advice, no matter how many certificates you have.
Do the right thing and think about changing your career for the better, and make sure you apply for a course as soon as you can. The quicker you do, the quicker you will make those much-needed changes to your career.
Take a good look at the courses available so you know exactly what you're doing and how you'll go about doing it. Don't forget to get in touch should you have any queries.