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Tech issues can aggravate and frustrate in equal measure, but did you know that lots of common smartphone issues can be solved quickly and easily at home? In this blog, we'll review the most common problems people have with their phones and share the most likely solutions.
Note: These are just common solutions, they're not guaranteed to work and, in some cases, might invalidate your manufacturer warranty.
Phone is running slowly
Solution: Clear your device's cache
If your phone is responding slowly, start by closing any apps that you aren't using as they can run in the background and monopolise your phone's RAM space, causing your device to slow down.
If internet speeds become an issue, try alternating between your mobile data and Wi-Fi to determine which has the strongest signal, then close your other apps and location services as they may be eating into your network bandwidth.
Battery draining too quickly
Solution: Maximise standby time
Fast-draining batteries are one of the most common smartphone issues and tend to be caused by the user. We've collated some simple solutions to this common occurrence below.
Phone charger
Make sure you're using a proprietary charger from your phone's manufacturer or a reputable brand that specialises in quality phone accessories.
Charging location
Many people tend to overlook where they place their phone when they're charging it, but try to avoid leaving it on a heat conductive surface like metal, as they could contribute to heat build-up.
Screen timeout
Try shortening the time your phone remains idle before its display automatically darkens. This can usually be done by heading to your display settings.
Battery saver mode
Maximise your battery power by activating battery saver mode in your power settings. In this setting, your phone will pare back animations and pause both location services and background syncing, allowing your CPU to conserve energy. Some handsets, such as the Samsung Galaxy series, feature an 'extreme power-saving mode's setting, which deactivates data connections, GPS, Auto Sync and Bluetooth, leaving only the essential apps like text messaging and the clock active.
Cracked screen
Solution: Repair now, prevent future problems
Aside from obscuring your view of the screen, a severely cracked screen can actually affect your touchscreen's functionality, too. Therefore, if it's cracked, it's best to have it repaired as soon as possible, before equipping it with a high-quality case and screen protector to protect against damage in the future.
Water damage
Solution: Rice bath
While it's one of the trickiest smartphone issues to deal with, there is still hope when your handset has suffered water damage. To ensure the best chance of recovery for your smartphone, consider the following tips.
- Switch off your phone immediately, while making sure not to push any other buttons or keys as this may short circuit your device and cause further internal damage.
- Gently dab off any excess water.
- Place your phone into a sealable freezer bag filled with rice for 24-48 hours. This allows adequate time for the rice to absorb the water.
- After 48 hours have elapsed, remove your phone from the bag and try switching it on. If it works – great! If you're not so lucky, you'll need to have it repaired by a professional.
Screen is freezing
Solution: Perform essential phone maintenance
If your screen freezes frequently, try closing the apps you're running and clear your handset's cache, before deleting any apps you don't actually need.
If your phone's storage is limited, it's often worth moving some data onto an external hard drive or SD card to free up some of your device's memory.
Whether or not the above tips work, it's usually a good idea to install a cleaner app that'll perform essential maintenance on your smartphone for you, keeping it well optimised and speedy.
Phone frequently crashes
Solution: Restart or reset
If you're having performance issues on more than one app or your handset is shutting down or restarting on its own, it can be tricky to diagnose the main problem. Sometimes, a new operating system update will contain bugs that can cause issues like these, but if you haven't updated your OS recently, it's something else. Therefore, it's best to take steps toward cleaning your system.
- Start by restarting your device in order to clear temporary memory and active app data. If it's frozen, you'll need to force shutdown.
- Next, delete any unnecessary data and apps from your device.
- If the problem persists, you may need to reset your device to its factory settings.
Poor reception
Solution: Troubleshooting
While it's doubtful your phone is responsible for poor network signal, it's worth doing what you can to rule it out, as hardware issues can sometimes impair signal quality. Consider the following tips to improve your signal whether you're at home or on the move.
At home
If possible, connect your phone to your home Wi-Fi. This allows you to use your phone's data services through a fast, secure connection, while saving the data allowance included in your phone contract.
Alternatively, consider investing in a signal booster, which is essentially a box that amplifies signal. Just bear in mind that these devices can set you back hundreds of pounds, so a secure Wi-Fi connection is really the most cost-effective signal boosting option.
In the car
Firstly, bear in mind that it's illegal to use a mobile phone while driving unless you have hands-free access.
The signal received within a car is affected by its structural design. Numerous factors come into play here, from the size of the windows to the construction materials used. Of course, you can't alter such things, but you can be mindful of your phone's position in your vehicle, which is another determinant of signal strength. You're likely to get better reception if you house your phone in the dashboard cradle as opposed to the central console or footwell, for example.
Global roaming SIM cards are a great option for frequent travellers, while devices offering dual-SIM compatibility are becoming increasingly popular by the year.
Bluetooth issues
Solution: Home troubleshooting
While you'd be forgiven for assuming that fewer cables equal fewer technical problems, this isn't always the case. Although rudimentary, you should first ascertain whether the Bluetooth device is compatible with your phone, before ensuring that no obstruction is causing the connection to falter. If the problem persists, however, try restarting your phone before taking it to a professional for repair.
Faulty charging port
Solution: Keep it clean
Over time, your phone's charging port will likely get dirty, which can impair its charging capacity. If there's simply an accumulation of dirt, try using a cotton bud to remove the debris. If this isn't the issue, it's likely to be a fault with the hardware.
Limited storage space
Solution: Clear unnecessary data and apps and expand your device's storage capacity
People are snapping on their smartphones more than ever, and with regular OS updates and a plethora of apps available, limited storage space can quickly become an issue. There are, however, a few simple steps you can take to free up some room and get your phone working optimally again.
Firstly, be sure to make use of cloud-based storage. This will enable you to manage and maintain your data online, as opposed to storing it all on your phone's memory. If you're not convinced by storing your data online, however, consider transferring your files to an external hard drive or microSD card.
While we've covered the most common smartphone faults and offered solutions, it's worth bearing in mind that in some instances, your handset may be beyond repair. A phone insurance policy provides extra peace of mind in such circumstances, and with so-sure, you could receive up to 80% cashback at the end of your policy. Win-win.


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Kelly, P. J., Li, H., Whitehead, K. A., Verran, J., Arnell, R. D. and Iordanova, I. (2009) A study of the antimicrobial and tribological properties of TiN/Ag nanocomposite coatings. Surface and Coatings Technology, 204 (6-7). pp. 1137-1140. ISSN 0257-8972File not available for download.
TiN/Ag coatings with varying silver contents have been deposited by pulsed magnetron sputtering. The films were characterised in terms of structure and composition using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) and X-ray diffraction (XRD). The tribological properties of the coatings were assessed by thrust washer wear testing, which showed a marginal reduction in friction coefficient with increasing silver content against a steel counterface. Zones of inhibition were used to determine the extent of silver ion release from the nanocomposite materials, and a NBT (nitro-blue tetrazolium) redox dye was used in an assay to determine the antimicrobial effectiveness of the surfaces following incubation. The microorganisms tested were Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus. Whilst no zones of inhibition were observed on any of the surfaces, for the NBT assays, after incubation, the silver containing coatings revealed a significant reduction in the number of viable cells of both microorganisms, compared to a 'pure' TiN surface.
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Certified Tutor
I recently graduated from University of California, Los Angeles with a Bachelor of Science in Integrative Biology and Physiology and I am currently applying to medical school. While at UCLA, I had many great opportunities tutoring and mentoring both children and college students. I volunteered with Kids Korner through which I was able to provide tutoring and mentoring services in an underserved community in North Hollywood, California. I helped children in subjects ranging from math to English to geography. I also led tutoring sessions for college students in a nutrition course and an anatomy course. I would like to continue and help students in subjects they struggle with. I enjoy tutoring a broad range of subjects, but especially science subjects (such as anatomy, physiology, nutrition, life sciences, etc.) and math subjects (such as algebra, geometry, trigonometry, pre-calculus, etc.). I strongly believe that if a student and tutor work together they can conquer the hardest of problems. As a tutor, I always try to instill the importance of a higher education and its role in a successful future. In my spare time, I enjoy reading a good book, cooking (especially experimenting), crafting, playing tennis, and learning random facts!
Undergraduate Degree: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) - Bachelor of Science, Integrative Biology and Physiology
reading a good book, cooking (especially experimenting), crafting, playing tennis, and learning random facts!
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College Biology
College English
Comparative Literature
Elementary School Math
High School Biology
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Like many others, our family has been steeped in the tradition and value of giving over many generations. I can remember reading a letter from my great-grandmother who thanked her daughter for the $5 she sent to help them out – a princely sum in the 1930's. Because so many struggled in those days, even the smallest amount was welcome; sharing what one had was a common practice on the prairies.
Christmas has become the time for really serious giving, from expensive presents for loved ones to food and cash donations for the less fortunate. Why do we give? Well, I give for a variety of reasons: I'm grateful for having plenty for me and plenty to share; I love the feeling I get when I give; I hope to make life a bit easier for those I give to, and I believe it's the right thing to do.
One other thing that's wonderful about giving is being reminded that everyone has a need to give, even those who are homeless or are in some kind of need. For example, one street person who was grateful for the money I gave him blessed me and asked if he could give me a hug. Being a lover of hugs, I think I got the best of that exchange! But I wonder what would have happened if I'd refused his gift of a hug? There are times when gracious receiving is the best kind of giving.
A young friend of mine whose family came as refugees told me a couple of days ago that he wanted to buy me a Christmas present, but that he would have to save up because his parents were having some difficulties. My first thought was to tell him not to buy me anything. Fortunately, before I said anything, I remembered his talent for drawing. I also remembered how I had treasured all my son's homemade gifts when he was a child. So I told him that I treasured homemade gifts far more than anything he might buy in the store. He seemed just delighted with that idea and his opportunity to give to me.
In this age of overwhelming commercialism, it's easy to forget that the most important gift to others is often ourselves and our time. My grandmother and I used to exchange long wish lists every Christmas. At the bottom of her list was the note: Of course, I really don't need anything except some of your undivided attention. Hmm. How much more precious a gift is there than the gift of self?
The next time I wonder if I have enough in my budget to afford Christmas, please remind me that giving and receiving is all about communicating what's in our hearts. Everyone can afford to give that and everyone deserves to receive it. May the joys of giving and receiving fill you up and overflow to all those you touch and whose lives touch you!


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Hello and happy Friday!
Have you ever noticed that pet owners and their animals kind of / sort of look-alike? They say that dog owners will subconsciously choose pets with the same type of personality or some certain physical characteristics that are familiar or comforting.
(if you're only here for the workout, scroll down to the bottom for a quick doggie style workout video)
For instance, a person with a thick head of hair might choose a fluffy hairy breed or a people with a large nose might pick a dog with a long snout!
I'm not sure if any of this doggie style hocus pocus is true or relevant but I do have some exciting news to report. Many of you, my loyal workout warriors and blog fans have noticed a new face in and around our house.
Meet OSCAR aka "OZZY" for short!
Ozzy is the newest addition to the Abercrombie household.
Wouldn't ya know, Mr. Chicken Fry and I, are now the proud adopted parents of a snazzy Whippet!
The Whippet is a dog breed of medium-size. They are a slight hound breed that originated in England, where they descended from greyhounds. Whippets today still strongly resemble a smaller greyhound.
As you can see, Ozzy is super soft like a sandy beach. This little guy is an ultra lean sweet boy whom we inherited a few weeks ago. He's quick, agile and is adjusting to his new doting surroundings.
What's up with a Whippet?
Wouldn't ya know that I would only adopt a dog breed that is highly energetic and loves to exercise. A pal around type that I can take with me on my intense cardio sessions. Ozzy is high energy and can blast! He's all about a leisurely fast paced speed walk or a jog! He's mainly into chasing squirrels at whippet warp speed. Whippets have a even temperment which works well with our other fur baby FAITH.
The second reason a whippet is a good FIT, is the breeds short hair factor. I'm very allergic to animal hair and most dogs but Ozzy's short coat helps keep my dander issues on the down low.
I realized Ozzy was a keeper because he falls in line with the making of a low maintenance dog. He is an awesome sleeper. He likes to cover up and burry himself deep under the covers. He's not waking me up at the crack of dawn to outside. In fact, Ozzy is a rock star in his own mind, becaue he can't be bothered until roughtly 11am. He's a cuddle bug and gets along fine!
Like our cherished Vizsula, FAITH, this breed wants to be the boss. We weren't exactly sure how Faith would welcome a permanent friend into the mix but even she has warmed up to Ozzy!
It's super important as the dog owner to make sure you establish dominance and who's in charge. In this case…that would be me. Basically because I'm the female alpha of the house. I'm mainly the one who feeds, walks and waters the two four-legged creatures, therefore they know that I'm chief!
It's also important for obedience purposes. Establishing dominance is important otherwise this breed will try to reign over small children or other dogs. Once the rules are laid out, structure usually isn't a problem. Both breeds, are extremely protective and can snip if they feel threatened.
Our seven-year old queen bee FAITH immediately put Ozzy in his place. She made it known who was the master doggie dog of the house. For the first 5 days, she was putting poor Ozzy in his place. She had him shaking like a leaf and wasn't about to let some other dog come in and take over her plush domain. She was playful but stern.
Faith was like…hey Ozzy, you see this spot right here on the couch…this is ALL MINE! Hey Ozzy, see this dog bowl right here…it's mine. Hey Ozzy,…this is my mommy and she takes me walking and we might take you too but she's mine!
Sir Ozzy isn't lackin in love. He's totally chill and playful. He likes to get at least an hour or more of outside activity and he's good to go.
Why we are talking dogs, let's take a tip from our four-legged furry friends and hit the mat doggy style! Go head girl go head and get down on all fours and get to work. These basic and often overlooked exercises bring the heat.
I recommend doing 4-6 sets of 20 reps or more. 50 fire hydrants on each side for each round minimum. This workout is involves assorted movements on the ground coupled with high repetitions. The best part is no equipment required. This is a do it anywhere interval. Take it to your hotel room, bedroom, living room or outdoors.
Push ups regular or tricep push ups
Weighted glute squeezes 20 each side
Place a weight behind the knee. Squeeze and thrust your leg up squeezing your butt cheek. Keep the abs tight and breath.
fire hydrants
Keep a neutral spine and neck. Lift the leg out to the side keeping the core strong and tight.
Bridge tricep toe taps. Rock from side to side extending and reaching for the opposite toe.
Down dog push back abs
From a plank position bridge up and reach back extending the arm to the opposite toe then back to plank.
From plank position, jump and kick or thrust your heels to tap the back of your behind. Working the hamstrings and shoulders.
What kind of dog do you have? Do you exercise your dog on the daily? I'm open to any information on the Whippet or general dog tales.
Love, run a mile and workout doggie style.
Angi xo
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Sarah Northwood
How to write great opening sentences
I've always felt the start of my books could be more interesting, those first few sentences should say hey, this is why you're going to want to read this one. And recently I've been writing a few short stories, which means, of course, a few challenges in terms of writing beginnings.
So as any writer knows the internet is a best friend, there for research as well as procrastination. Sometimes these are the same things! I found lots of great tips on how to do it properly as well as quotes from famous books that do it brilliantly. It really is amazing how helpful it is when you look things up. When you're not afraid to ask for help and push yourself to do better.
I thought I might share some of the things I learnt, just in case you too are wanting to improve your first lines, or do some research, or procrastinate. I don't mind which one. No judgements here.
Start with a simple sentence like, 'The boy waited.'
Then add a little more, 'The boy waited but they never came.'
By adding in they never came, we also mix in tone and suspense. Just this small addition adds a lot of information about the possible emotion of the boy who was waiting.
By thinking about what to add, you can also add in characterisation and what kind of tone you are narrating to the reader. For example, you could add in, 'The boy waited all his life, but they never came.'
Or you could tell the reader something about the character.
'The stupid boy waited, but they never came.'
'The stupid boy waited all his life, but they never came.'
In just a few words, this change implies something different and more. It tells the reader that not only was the boy was stupid, perhaps someone else thought the boy was stupid. And more, it asks a hidden question. Was he really stupid? Or was his waiting a tragic affair. Certainly good for a hook.
It's amazing how just a few simple things can really change the voice of the story!
I can apply this same thought process to my own opening line of this post.
'I've always felt the start of my books could be more interesting.'
I could amend it to this, 'I've a feeling the start of my books could be more interesting.' This is a nice conversational tone where I'm admitting my own thoughts about my work in the hopes it might be relatable to others.
Or I could use a completely different tone, like this… 'The start of my stories are like a fishing line, all they need is a hook.'
Perhaps this captures readers more immediately because again it asks an unseen question. What is the hook that they need and how will it get one?
I hope you found this helpful!
Sarah Northwood is an award-winning weaver of fiction stories and poetry for children and adults. She is an Amazon and Goodreads Author and you can follow her Facebook page to get all the latest updates:
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01250: Late farmconfig
Description: Currently farmconfig.php gets loaded prior to config.php. This works in probably 95% (?) of cases, but sometimes you need something loaded for an entire farm but it needs to be loaded *after* the configuration in config.php.
For instance, currently the recipe UserAdmin needs to be loaded *after*
$WikiTitle is set. If an administrator is using UserAdmin probably he/she will use it for all wikis in his/her farm, but probably the
$WikiTitle will not be set until config.php. Thus the administrator is left with either doing a bunch of if-testing in farmconfig.php to set
$WikiTitle early or he is left with having to do a separate UserAdmin include in each config.php to get a late include there.
(Of course the argument can be made that the recipe maintainer [me] should fix this dependency and I probably will. I'm just using it for example.)
However, if we just made this change to pmwiki.php, adding the final 2 lines of the snippet below:
if (file_exists("
if (IsEnabled(
$EnableLocalConfig,1)) {
if (file_exists("
$LocalDir/config.php")) include_once("
$LocalDir/config.php"); elseif (file_exists('config.php')) include_once('config.php');
if (file_exists("
then there would be great flexibility. (Perhaps farmconfig2.php or farmconfiglate.php might be a better name? I don't have a firm opinion on the filename.)
(A similar argument could be made for
$LocalDir/earlyconfig.php, but that can be easily solved by editing farmconfig.php and putting an include from the
$LocalDir there.)
This same task can be accomplished by an administrator by adding these lines at the end of each config.php:
if (file_exists("
but that seems less than ideal since it would be so easy to have inconsistencies. An administrator could add a new wiki to his farm and very easily forget to add those lines to config.php, losing out on some key piece of functionality...
How about using $PostConfig ? --Petko April 06, 2011, at 05:17 AM
$PostConfig['MyFunc'] = 100; function MyFunc($pagename) { global $WikiTitle; # whatever }
That works great for functions that need to be run, but include_once() inside a function is going to have all kinds of variable scope issues. A recipe would have to be totally redesigned in order to be include-able from within a function... —Peter Bowers April 07, 2011, at 09:20 AM
I meant in config.php you include_once your scripts, but inside your scripts, you have a function like in my example. This function will be run after config.php and stdconfig.php, but before HandleActions. You can use XLSDV() from inside this function, it will set the variables like it does now. --Petko April 07, 2011, at 09:50 AM


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The enigmatic code has appeared at the end of episodes of Guiding Light for several days. Fans have been left scratching their heads, wondering what the numbers mean. The numbers, which many astute viewers have figured out point to this year's Leap Day - are not meant to pay homage to the quadrennial event. Rather, this is the date that Guiding Light takes a leap of its own into the future of dramatic daytime storytelling.
On February 29th, Guiding Light will debut a brand new look to its daily episodes. The new style represents a total transformation in the way the show is created. Gone are the archaic three-walled sets and in are permanent four-wall sets with actual ten-foot high ceilings. Having permanent sets will dramatically cut the cost of having to construct and dismantle sets as they are called for by the show's story.
Also out are the cumbersome 300-pound pedestal cameras that have been used since the days of classic 1950s television sitcoms. The old cameras will be replaced with agile handheld mini-cams, weighing only eight pounds apiece. The new cameras will capture scenes from within the rooms they're set in. The cameras can be placed so close to the action that the audience will see what the character sees, and feel as the character feels. Wherever the character goes, the camera can follow.
"Soap operas have been shot, by and large, the same way since the 1950's, the same way 'I Love Lucy' was shot - with pedestal cameras, in just a few interior sets," explains Executive Producer Ellen Wheeler. "Our audience is sophisticated enough to understand that's old-fashioned, and it isn't working for them anymore."
Once limited by space constraints to only eight permanent sets, Guiding Light will now feature a remarkable thirty to forty permanent sets. Viewers will enjoy nearly unlimited access to formerly obscure rooms in glamorous mansions and humble apartments, businesses and hotels, hallways and stairwells, alleys, loading docks, and sidewalks. This will dramatically increase storytelling potential and intimacy with characters.
"Our fans want to see more of our character's lives - from the houses they live in, to the cars they drive, to the experiences they have in their everyday lives," Wheeler says.
To expand set potential even farther, production executives will be giving up their personal offices for filming.
"My office also functions as an office and a church," Wheeler says with a smile. "There are pews lined up behind my desk. Another executive's office is a nail salon, another one doubles as a hotel room, and another has what we call 'the seedy motel room.'"
In addition to the new and expanded indoor sets, Guiding Light has partnered with the town of Peapack, New Jersey, a short drive due west of the CBS soap's Manhattan studios, for on-location outdoor scenes. Once a limitation because of the extreme costs associated with them, location shoots will now comprise up to 20% of a day's airtime.
"The changes will enable us to tell stories in a more intimate way, capturing real moments and engaging the audience on a deeper level," Wheeler explains, adding that the new format will bring Springfield to life. Using the old system, a scene as seemingly simple as showing a character getting out of a car was problematic and cumbersome, between the logistical hurdles of extremely heavy cameras, and outdoor shooting in general.
The changes being made to Guiding Light were not made in haste. They come after a year of research and experimentation. The goal of the changes was to find ways to produce a soap that not only compares favorably to the gloss of primetime, but also enables the show to compete with cable repeats of sophisticated primetime dramas airing on other channels during the day.
Soap ratings have been in steady decline for the past decade and ad revenue has decreased significantly, while at the same time inflation has driven production costs up. Despite the fragility this indicates, soap operas remain strong outlets for reaching female viewers. Soap operas were originally designed as a forum to market cleaning powders and soaps, and ironically, household products remain daytime's biggest sponsors. Procter & Gamble, which produces Guiding Light and As the World Turn, was a pioneer in both dramatic daytime television and the current filming format used by nearly all current soaps.
Daytime is still an attractive and lucrative option for advertisers. CBS executive Barbara Bloom says, "...daytime shows are still a vitally important part of the network, but you have to take a look at audience erosion and take it seriously. The way daytime looked was becoming a barrier in terms of bringing in new audiences."
Logging 71 years and 17,836 episodes, Guiding Light is the longest-running show in broadcast history.


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Aesthetically Driven
A professional, passionate & creative event planner must be able to bring together the different core elements of an event to aesthetically enlighten your event. In this way this way most attendees will be able to determine the theme, importance & topic of your event the minute they walk in. It's not enough to know you're going to a corporate or private event; it has to feel that way too.
One of the leading names in event planning Ron Wendt in an interview on party planning once said "If you can align the feel of an event with décor, you can make a flower tell the story of the whole event".
People Person
Another vital skill set to look for in your next event planner is their ability to engage the attendees of the event by incorporating elements of bonding activities that engage the spirit of teamwork which in most corporate events are is the lifeblood of the event but even more intimate events like a wedding or baby shower this skill set can be very useful in keeping the event mood maintained throughout the event & make the event enjoyable & entertaining.
Logistically Sound
If your corporate or intimate event involves an exotic location where attendees will be arriving from different places then a MUST have feature to look for is the planner's ability to manage travel plans, accommodation, transport and establish a partnership network of local hosts & suppliers.
Destination events like weddings can be double the challenge so never be afraid to ask your event planner if they have an established network surrounding your venue in mind or if they have a destination venue in mind where a network of vendors & suppliers is already established.
Ability to Incorporate Technology
For corporate events anywhere in the world it is a necessity to incorporate elements of technology in your corporate event, elements such as onsite technology management, electronic RSVP processes & tech-driven networking.
Incorporating technology into your corporate event will you help you gauge the success of your event with statistical data such as attendee behavior, collection of survey feedbacks, stats on attendance & much more.
It's important to establish a working relationship with your event planner as they will play the role of your twin while in the planning & execution phases of your event.
Whether your event is Initiate Wedding or a corporate event the responsibility of making it a success is a heavy burden to carry & that's what makes event planning one of the most pressured job in the world.
Doyin Fash plans for and executes every event with a smile in our heart & unparalleled determination to make your event enjoyable all the while achieving the goal of your event.


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Adam Hamilton presents "Effective Church Leadership," as the first of his teaching sessions for the 2015 Iowa Annual Conference. Hamilton is the Senior Pastor of the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection.
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In Pennsylvania, every middle and high school and some elementary schools have a Student Assistance Program (SAP). A SAP team, made up of school and community agency staff, is here to help you access school and community services such as Mainstream Counseling and Youth Advocacy Program.
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Abstract and Introduction
Interest in spirituality and aging has increased recently, owing to overwhelming evidence of positive health outcomes linked to spirituality and religious participation. Increasing longevity in modern society puts spiritual needs of older adults at the forefront of societal priorities. Understanding individual spiritual perspectives becomes increasingly important, given the issues of loss, physical illness and mortality that are confronted in old age. There are multiple barriers to the proper assessment of spirituality in clinical practice and research (e.g., the lack of professional training for healthcare professionals, shortage of time and comfort for healthcare providers when discussing spiritual issues and needs). Integrating an individual's spiritual practice into their healthcare can help shape personalized medical care for older adults and improve health outcomes. This article reviews literature and research on spirituality, as well as spiritual interventions and their putative neurobiological mechanisms in relation to aging, mental and physical health, and coping with death and dying.
Interest in spirituality and aging has increased recently, primarily owing to empirical research overwhelmingly demonstrating the various health benefits of spirituality and religious participation.[1,2] Studies have also shown that spirituality tends to increase during later adulthood.[3–5] Interestingly, this trend of increased spiritual growth and religious activities in older age people continues in modern society, despite significant secularization of the society compared with 50 years ago. Spirituality moderates positive relationships with various measures of life satisfaction, psychosocial wellbeing, both physical and mental health, and is helpful in the quest for meaning and purpose in life.[6] Understanding an individual's spiritual perspective becomes increasingly important, given the issues of loss, physical illness, disability and mortality that are confronted in old age.[2] In this broad review of the topic, the trends for spiritual development in older age in the modern society will be discussed, as well as gerontological theories of resurgence of spirituality in old age, the existing evidence of close relationships between spirituality and mental health, physical health and successful aging, the objectives for professional training in spirituality assessment in clinical settings, research findings in neurobiology of spirituality, and the efficacy of spiritual interventions in aging adults. This article presents a perspective on the importance of understanding individual spirituality as a way of developing personalized patient-centered healthcare according to modern societal priorities.
Aging Health. 2010;6(6):749-769. © 2010 Future Medicine Ltd.
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The main focus of the textile industry over the last few years is sustainability along the production. It represents a crucial topic among the industry, due to the growing shortage of resources and rising awareness among consumers about ecological and social issues.
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Happy new year! Cheers to 2019 and the ups and downs and the things we learned. I always reflect a bit on the last year but I'm trying to be more focused and positive on what's to come. A new year, new possibilities and new things to learn.
My favorite project every year are my watercolor calendars. I work on them throughout the year and they seem to resonate with people. They're simple, sweet cards each with a watercolor image I paint to represent each month. I added a quote that seemed appropriate for each month. They're fun to do. And challenging.
I keep two on display. One hanging in a clip frame by our back door and one in a 5×7" frame on my desk. They make me smile knowing that I worked hard on them, but also because they're a little piece of art I get to see each month.
I gave them as presents for Christmas. And I sent them to each of my besties last year because, even though we don't see each other a lot, I thought we could all look at the same thing each day.
They're for sale in my Etsy shop and I'm offering a 20% new year's discount this month. Grab one for yourself – or send one to your bestie, mom, coworker, neighbor. A unique way to look at 2020. Add them to a standard frame or purchase one of my handmade wood clip frames to hang on the wall.
Click here to go to my Etsy shop to purchase. Cheers to a brand new year!


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As usuall Ulyanovsk erected one of the largest Sukkot in all of Eastern Europe.
Throughout all the days of the holiday Sukkot, members of the Ulyanovsk community, came to our large Sukah where the tea table waited, as well as Michoel and Rina Rossina, to help pronounce the blessing on four spieces and the sukkah.
Sunday, September 30, on the last day of Sukkot, a festive banquet took place in our large sukkah, where the entire community was invited.
All those who came were greeted by Mikhoel, Igor Dabakarov and volunteers from the teenage club EnerJew, welcoming guests, helping them to bless four types of plants and sit comfortably at tables.
The performance of the group "NEFESH", the dance group "CHAVEROT", warm words and congratulations from the trustees, representatives of other national associations of the city, made the evening really special!
By the end of the evening, the most active members of the community remained to participate in Simchat Torah.
We met the first night Akafot, dancing 7 times with the Torah.
We thank Rabbi Yossi Marozov for being so active from afar and making sure we have all our sukkot items and events in place!


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Just-in-Time Education
Remember good old encyclopedias? Back in my (childhood) days, if you wanted to look up a fact like the capital of a country or the biography of Abraham Lincoln you'd flip through the pages of Encyclopedia Brittanica. It was a slow, manual process and for most of us required a trip to the library.
Given how slow this process was, schools emphasized route memorization of facts. Nowadays, of course, we have Google and Wikipedia so we can look up anything we're curious about pretty much instantaneously. As such, we're increasingly rethinking how important it is know certain facts. Do I really need to know the exact year Lincoln was assassinated or do I just need to know how to quickly look it up?
This shift from studying/memorization to just-in-time information has also played out in the world of navigation. Gone are the days of carefully mapping out your route before starting a road trip. Today we punch in an address into Google Maps or Waze and let it mindlessly direct us. Even more than Google and Wikipedia, Maps goes a step further and works in close concert with your own actions; make a wrong turn or hit some traffic and Maps seamlessly course corrects.
When it comes to Education, many see the future as online courses and MOOCs. People point to Udacity and Udemy as the kinds of institutions the next generation of kids will attend instead of traditional universities. While I agree that these sorts of online video courses will continue to grow (I in fact built a couple of these types of companies :), I think the future of education will actually look more like Google Maps than Udacity. You see, the shift online is not just about taking a classroom and putting it online, it's about getting rid of the concept of a class all together. Instead of slogging through dense coursework in preparation for a future occupation or skillset, we'll immediately get started on a new task and technology will nudge us towards our goal as we go.
This shift will come about as more and more of today's complex tasks become increasingly deskilled. Driven by technologies like computer vision and AR, computers will gain a fuller sense of our environment, how we're operating within it, and can deliver timely intuitive instructions just when and where we need it.
When you step back and think about it, it's remarkable that driving automobiles has become so easy that practically the entire adult population can achieve mastery of this skill. Similarly when you look at fast food operations, someone in minimal time and with no required cooking skills can learn how to make hundreds of different dishes.
In the future, the same will be true of such activities as performing CPR, speaking a foreign language, performing handiwork around the house, producing and editing media, programming, and more. You won't need to take classes to start using these skills or even watch a video off of YouTube. Instead, in the moment, you will be presented with step-by-step instructions just like Google Maps does with navigation today.
On one hand this sort of future is frightening. You may say, this isn't education at all; we're not actually learning. To me this is similar to arguments over the future of work. As a society, we're going to be grappling with the fact that much work (not just blue-collar) can be automated. We'll need to ask ourselves which things are worth learning because doing so enriches us – and which things are we currently doing simply because there is a job-to-be-done? It seems to me that the latter category is ripe for automation.
On the other hand this future is incredibly exciting and even inspiring. You can look at just-in-time education as raising the baseline skills of every human being*. We will each be capable of doing at least the basics in previously impenetrable fields. From there its up to us to develop our mastery further. And I imagine as we work towards mastery there will always be some frontier that depends on more traditional practice or education.
For more on this trend see Tim O'Reilly's post on Gradually, then suddenly. My post was mostly a riff on what I picked up there.
*Actually, if I'm being a bit sensational, I should say every cyborg (part human, part computer). This future depends on us increasingly augmenting ourselves with computers. Note: We are already cyborgs as we walk around with our phones all day.


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Many believe that massage is more of an indulgence that only helps you relax and feel pampered But, actually, this practice has a multitude of health benefits which are both therapeutic for body and mind. There are different types of massage therapy intended to treat various symptoms and conditions like sports massage intended to treat athletic problems.
However, they all use some amount of pressure and movement to boost circulation, mitigate muscle tension and calm the nervous system. Even a 20-minute massage can be beneficial and giving yourself a massage can also be helpful if you can't go to masseur all the time. Check out these 8 surprising health benefits of massage therapy that will have you booking an appointment right away.
Massage Helps to Relieve Anxiety
If you suffer from anxiety, massage can help you calm down and relax. Anxiety disorder makes people constantly be in the "fight or flight" state which causes extra stress on the body and mind. Besides helping your parasympathetic nervous system to take over and calm you down, massage also introduces human touch.
This makes you feel safe and bring you comfort, which is very important to create a nurturing environment so your mind can relax as well. Also, during a massage, a therapist plays soothing music and lights scented candles and incense to create a peaceful ambience so you can feel comfortable.
Massage Therapy Helps Eliminate Stress from a Sedentary Lifestyle
The sedentary position is the disease of the modern age which can cause several health problems like back pain, cardiovascular conditions, and digestive issues. Also, it affects your posture and causes a great amount of stress to your neck, shoulder and lower back area.
With massage, the tension on your whole body will be eased and your muscles will spend less time stiffen. It will get the blood flowing and bring more oxygen to your muscles and organs. So it's no wonder some companies even employ masseurs to give short massages to the employees and help them feel more comfortable and healthy at the workplace.
Massage Keeps you Focused
Massage helps you improve your focus and concentration by lowering your heart rate. Lack of attention on meetings or even when reading a book is caused, among other things, by higher heart rhythm. Since massage affects the nervous system and calms you down, your heart will slow down making you more focused on the matter at hand. It will also help with a headache or migraine which can greatly affect productivity and motivation.
Certain Health Conditions Benefit from Massage Therapy
There are a number of health conditions which can benefit from massage. For example, it helps your body restore the use of insulin which is important for patients with diabetes. By lowering stress and removing muscle tension, massage relieves chronic pain and depression.
The pain-relieving characteristic is especially beneficial for arthritis pain which can be debilitating and affect the quality of life. Massage is also effective in treating ADHD, insomnia, enhances athletic performance, improves circulation and flexibility.
Massage Helps Ease Muscle Pain
As we mentioned before, massage is very good for treating muscle pain which can limit the movement and cause great discomfort. Muscle pain is the number one reason why people decide to have a massage in the first pain. By improving blood flow, massage helps muscles to get more oxygen and relieves soreness. Furthermore, massage helps with fibromyalgia symptoms which include joint rigidity, generalized pain, muscle spasm, and intense fatigue.
Massage Therapy can Help Improve Digestion
Digestion problems are more and more present in the modern world, partly due to stress and in part because of the bad diet habits. However, even if you improve your eating habits and switch to healthier practices, the consequences remain.
By touching acupressure points for treating digestive problems and relaxing the body through massage, you will feel less stressed and calm your stomach down. Processing food properly is important to get your body nutrients and boost immunity, as well as to avoid some of the 21st-century conditions like gastritis and ulcers.
Regular Massage May Help You Sleep Better
It's not only important to sleep 6-8 hours a night, but also to have a quality shuteye. This is something quite impossible if you suffer from insomnia or having trouble sleeping. All these troubles happen because your nervous system is too active and so you need to slow it down. Massage is especially helpful with this since it uses pressure through gentle movements to relax your muscles. Benefits of restful sleep are enormous, from regenerating cells, storing memory, to rejuvenating skin and reducing pain.
Therapeutic Massage Heals Injuries
Pain is a huge obstacle that can prevent us to lead quality and comfortable lives. And if that pain is long-term or chronic, we become cranky, stressed and unable to function properly. Besides injuries and joint pain, a person may also suffer from soft-tissue restrictions like leading to the creation of painful knots.
But with massage therapy, these restrictions are easy to eliminate and will prevent more serious clinical conditions like the decay of ligaments. If you experienced an injury or suffer from soft-tissue restrictions, then go to a licensed therapist who will have expert knowledge on how to treat the affected area.
Final Thoughts
These 8 health benefits of massage therapy are good as preventive measures and treatment of ongoing conditions. When paired up with other practices like acupuncture and healthy diet, massage can give the best possible results and help your body recover from any kind of stress. However, don't wait for the pain to kick in, but rather have a massage just to relax and loosen up after a tough day or from a sedentary position.
Emma Williams is an Australian writer with a master's degree in business administration, who has a passion for anything lifestyle and design related. She spends most of her time redecorating and participating in house projects. As a great nature lover, her biggest pleasure is spending time in a small cottage by the river.


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Yukon Tartan goes to Disney Land
Fish Ladder, Whitehorse
Twin sisters Brenda and Karen visit the home of giant pumpkins in Windsor, Nova Scotia.
Rudy Couture, Rendezvous pancake breakfast, Whitehorse
Doll clothes made by Helen Stephens of Chemainus BC for her granddaughters Grace and Lucy
Doll clothes made by Helen Stephens of Chemainus BC for her granddaughters Grace and Lucy
Don Cherry, Lois & Janet. 2011
Ron MacLean, Janet Couture & Lois Gillis, Hockey Day in Canada, Whitehorse
Wedding on Tofino Beach, BC. photo by Richard Wieser
Don Inverarity in the fitting room.
Burt in his new coat. Photo by Erica Trimble
Hand carved walking stick by Jack Bourassa with Tartan case
Hand carved walking stick by Jack Bourassa with Tartan case
Father Claude Gosselin with his stole and Hélène Lapensée (seamstress)
Quilt square
Quilt square
Elaine Taylor (Yukon Minister of Tourism), Janet and Lois check out jackets before their presentation to Ron MacLean and Don Cherry
Tartan Fish
Sash made of British Columbia and Yukon Tartan. Worn by members of Order of Eastern Star, BC and YT.
Catherine Ziegler wearing her garter and medal, placing 2nd in her group in the 15 km Maui Oceanfront Marathon.
Tartan on the lanai of Sugar Beach Resort, Kehei, Maui
A Yukon Tartan Bow Tie
A Yukon Tartan Bookmark in Orlando
Diane Parenti and sister having tea in New Mexico
Shirley Ambrose and Doug in Skagway
Doug in a Yukon Tartan vest
Kate Andre, pin made by Shelley MacDonald
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Kate and her Daugheter
A Tartan Kilt with a Shelley MacDonald Pin
Yukon Tartan in Scotland ready for a Robbie Burns feast
Robbie Burns Night 2017 in Alberdeen, Scotland
A Yukon Tartan bookmark in Valencia, Spain
Merry Christmas
Lois' Cranberry Muffins on Yukon Tartan
Tea cosy with moose hide trim
Yukon Tartan on the Alantic cost
Janet with a totally automated robotic milking machine (Martock, Nova Scotia)
Janet in the sheep pen (Martock, Nova Scotia)
Tartan goes to Maine
Tartan in Wawa, Onterio
Yukon Tartan birds
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This is the third article in a four-part series about travel hacking in the UK. Here you will find details about how to earn flyer miles but you may also be interested to read:
Travel Hacking in the UK 1: Can You Really Fly for Free
Travel Hacking in the UK 2: Choosing a UK Air Miles Credit Card;
Travel Hacking in the UK 4: Using Air Miles.
How to Earn Flyer Miles
One of the easiest ways to earn flyer miles is by signing up to a dedicated air miles credit card. As well as accumulating miles every time you spend on your card, many of these dedicated cards offer a signing-up incentive comprising a bonus number of points, a free partner flight or flight upgrades. Of course, these bonuses come with terms and conditions, usually in the form of a minimum spend on your credit card, but if you're able to meet the requirements, they are a good, relatively quick way of picking up a good chunk of flyer miles.
However, credit card schemes are not the only way to earn flyer miles. From shopping to staying in hotels, to refuelling your car and even drinking wine (what?! Yes, I know!), there are more ways than you might think to boost your air mile points.
After a year of earning flyer miles in the UK, I'll share with you my tips for earning flyer miles. I've also put together a handful of charts (you can find them at the end) summarising the various ways you can earn flyer miles with each of the main air miles schemes in the UK.
Air miles schemes and the UK
As a flyer, you can generally sign-up to any air miles scheme on any airline around the world. So, if you fly with Air Asia from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur, you can sign-up to their BIG loyalty programme and gain points for your flight. However, unless you are native to that country or take a lot of flights with that airline, the points collection process is going to be slow.
For that reason, I've focused in this article on the small (yet adequate) number of air miles schemes that allow you to collect points in the UK in ways other than just taking flights. At the time of writing, the schemes are:
◦ American Airlines AAdvantage
These air miles schemes have affiliated air miles credit cards and also offer many additional ways to earn flyer miles and are therefore the best schemes on offer if you want to dabble in some flight hacking in the UK.
However, be aware that a lot of the ways to accumulate points with the non-UK-based schemes (i.e. all except BA and Virgin Atlantic) are in the home country of the airline e.g. USA and Germany. Great if you spend a lot of time there. Not great if you don't.
Full details on all of these schemes and the ways you can use them to earn flyer miles can be found in the summary charts below.
A few more…
There are a few additional schemes to be aware of, though the ways to earn flyer miles with them are limited:
Easyjet and Nectar Points – if you collect Nectar points by shopping at Sainsbury's, you can use those points to book Easyjet flights. Although this is not an air miles scheme as such and Easyjet does not offer a points-collecting credit card, if your primary goal is getting reduced low-cost flights in Europe, the Nectar points loyalty scheme could work for you.
If you're especially interested in this option, it may be beneficial for you to also sign-up for a Sainsbury's Credit Card to boost your Nectar points collection.
Monarch and Tesco Clubcard – I cover Tesco and Clubcard points in more detail below. Tesco is affiliated with both British Airways Avios points scheme and Virgin Atlantic's Flyer club.
In addition, Tesco Clubcard points can be exchanged for Monarch flights. However, as that's the extent of the Monarch offering, I don't cover it in more detail below.
Step 1: Accumulating flyer miles with your credit card
As mentioned above, signing up for a UK credit card will be the quickest and most effective way of gaining a large chunk of points in a relatively short space of time.
For that reason, finding a UK air miles credit card that offers a sign-up bonus should be your first step.
For information on finding the right card, see my related article: Travel Hacking in the UK: Choosing A UK Air Miles Credit Card.
Once you have the card in your wallet (or wherever you might choose to store it – hey, no judgment here), here's how to make the most of your card to earn flyer miles.
Tip: Not everybody is happy spending on credit cards. I get that. But remember that the goal isn't to rack up debt. It's to transfer your daily spending onto your credit card and pay the entire amount off each month. That way you gain the points but don't incur any of the interest payments that (rightly) scare people off credit cards in the first place.
Meet the exact requirements for any bonus points
Your biggest priority if you have a bonus offer on the table is to know what you have to do to accumulate your bonus flyer miles and when you have to do it. For example, if you have to spend £3,000 in three months to achieve your bonus points, make sure you know the final cut-off date for your £3,000 spend. You should set a reminder (in your phone, calendar, tattooed on your arm) of that date and check your progress every couple of weeks to make sure you're on target.
It would be such a shame to go to all of the efforts of getting a card to earn flyer miles to then fail to earn the points.
Make ALL new purchases on your credit card
This may sound simple, but new habits can be hard to make in the early weeks. As a person who is used to taking out zero credit cards let alone two or more (a safety habit I've adopted for my travels), there were plenty of times I cursed myself in those initial weeks for not having my points-collecting cards with me and missing some valuable points opportunities.
Swap cash for card
Travel has also conditioned me to be a cash carrier rather than a card user but in the UK, where it's possible to pay for even the smallest item with a card – a pint of milk, a beer in a bar, my sandwich at lunchtime – I forced myself into this habit early on. Sure, you may hear a lot of tutting behind you in queues (oh, the British way), as you hand over your credit card to pay for the smallest of items, but those tuts will dim in your memory when you're lounging on a beach in the Seychelles! Take that, Mr Passive Aggressive Tutter!
Get your friends and family in on the spending action
Dedication is the key to collecting points so ask your friends and family if they will let you put any significant purchases on your card and then transfer the money to you. If a family member is about to buy a new TV and doesn't plan to use their credit card, why not benefit by earning flyer miles? My dad would always come to fetch me when he was about to fill up his car with petrol so I could pay and get the points (he'd pay me back, of course).
Budgeting tip: try to get the money back from family and friends by bank transfer. It requires a little more effort on their part but it removes the significant likelihood that the cash will evaporate from your wallet on a Friday night in your favourite bar.
Check if there is a family account feature
As well as utilising your family's spend, you might want to check if your air miles scheme has a household account feature – British Airways, for example, allows family members to collect points all under the same flyer miles account. With a number of people's purchases added together, you'll see your air miles rack up much quicker if you have willing family members prepared to help you out. Just make sure the family and friends you ask are good at paying off their credit cards on time – you won't make yourself popular by encouraging people into debt!
Another important point, if you're going to go down this route – be sure your family is happy to hand over the points that are accumulated. You don't want to find that Aunty Fanny was expecting to use her share of the points to join you for a week in Ibiza. Awkward. Very, very awkward.
Share miles
Some people simply aren't into the whole air miles gig yet if you have friends or family who travel a lot, particularly for work (and their job allows them to collect points on their personal account), ask if they are prepared to share or gift their points to you. Rather than let them expire, wouldn't it be better for them to go to a good (holiday)home? If you're too scared to ask, pass your friend's details to me and I'll ask them for you. In short – nothing ventured, no points gained.
Beware of false economies
When you're collecting points, it can be easy to get carried away. Sure, if I'd bought a yacht on my credit card (my latest obsession…if that seven-figure book deal falls into my lap), I'd have bagged a sweet number of points. However, making purchases outside of your usual spending just to earn flyer miles is a false economy. Getting cheap flights with air miles is the goal here. If I could have booked 200 flights for the same price as the yacht, I'd kind of missed the point of my goal. Sure, it's an extreme example, but you get what I mean.
STEP 2: Earn flyer miles on wine (and other ways)
Once you've got your air miles credit card set up and are getting into the swing of collecting points and working towards your bonus, it's time to look at additional ways you can earn flyer miles and boost your points collection.
British Airways and Virgin Atlantic offer by far the greatest number of ways to earn flyer miles, so I'd recommend looking at those schemes first. However, the scheme that works best for you is going to depend on your lifestyle. So, before you decide on a particular air miles scheme, have a look at the summary sheets below, check the details of the schemes online and find the scheme that aligns most closely with your lifestyle.
Here are some of the other ways you can earn flyer miles.
Ok, let's get the obvious out of the way first. While you're collecting points with the aim of getting a cheaper flight at some point in the future, all interim flights you take (assuming you go with an airline affiliated with your air miles scheme) will gain you more points. Yay!
Better still, and perhaps not so obvious, the main airlines that offer air miles schemes in the UK allow you to collect points not just on their airline, but with their partner airlines as well. So, for example, when I flew with Japan Airlines, I was able to add my flyer miles from that flight to my British Airways Avios account. In short, you can earn flyer miles across a huge network of airlines that cover much of the world.
Budget tip
Flying with airlines that allow you to collect points can become addictive. Don't overlook the possible savings you might make if you fly with a local, lower-cost airline.
A note on Avios and British Airways
Confused about the Avios and British Airways schemes? I'm not surprised – I was too. Here's the low down I wish I'd had.
Collecting points: When you look at the Avios website and then look at the British Airways website, the two sites list different ways you can collect points. That can leave you with the impression that it makes a different whether you sign-up to an Avios credit card scheme (e.g. through Lloyds TSB credit card) or directly with British Airways (e.g. the British Airways Avios credit card).
In practical reality, there is no different in terms of the points you collect. Although the two websites list different ways to collect points, you can freely transfer your points between the BA and Avios websites. Cool, huh?
Choosing a credit card: What you really need to focus on, therefore, is which credit card offers the best sign-up incentive.
Spending points: when it comes to spending your Avios, do be aware that you may be tied to using the Avios website to book your flight (your bonus points may come in the form of an Avios travel voucher – mine did). However, the flight deals are the same on the BA and Avios websites, so again there is little difference.
The only bonus I found is that you more choices in terms of how to spend your points (flights, hotels, day trips etc.) on the Avios site compared to the BA website.
Clearer? Hope so.
Go on holiday
From P&O cruises to Thomas Cook to Kuoni to Arabian Adventures, many of the air mile schemes allow you to earn flyer miles when you go on holiday – and not just with their own branded trips.
And the sky is no longer the limit in terms of earning points: Planning an intergalactic trip any time soon? You can earn flyer miles on it. I'm serious – just check out Virgin Atlantic's Flying Club. One caveat – I suspect after going to space, a discounted trip to the Malaga (as beautiful as it is) isn't quite going to equate!
Shop at Tesco
I've already discussed above the ability to trade your Tesco Clubcard points and your Sainsbury's Nectar points for flights with Easyjet and Monarch respectively.
However, if you'd looking to earn flyer miles with a more extensive air miles scheme, you should give serious thought to switching your weekly shop to Tesco. Affiliated with both British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, your Clubcard points offer a very decent way to bump up your air miles. For example, £2.50 of Clubcard vouchers converts to 600 Avios and 625 Virgin Atlantic Flyer Miles.
Considering you can take a return flight in Europe for as little as 9,000 points (and a flat fee of £35), you only need to collect £37.50 worth of Clubcard vouchers to gain an (almost – curse the taxes) free flight.
What's even better is that Tesco offers so many ways to earn Clubcard points (and therefore flyer miles). In addition to your food shopping bill, they offer a whole heap of other non-food products from electrical items to toys to clothes. There are frequent points promotions to look out for too. Shop online, change your mobile phone to Tesco mobile, and switch to Tesco partners Eon (electricity) and Esso (fuel) and you could very quickly find yourself with a whole raft of additional air miles.
Full details about Tesco Clubcard and earning air miles can be found here.
A word on Tesco's Credit Card
Tesco also offers a credit card and one of the advantages is the ability to increase your Clubcard points collection. Details here. However, it's worth doing the air miles maths. Sure, you may boost your Clubcard points, which you can convert into miles, but how does that compare to the sign-up bonus on offer with some of the other air miles credit cards? In my case, the 30,000 bonus points on offer with my card made it more beneficial to take a dedicated air miles card rather than a supermarket credit card.
Take the train
A few of the air miles schemes have affiliations with train lines in the UK and abroad.
Virgin Atlantic lets you gain points for any trips you take on their Virgin Trains network. If you want to go further, you can also gain points (again with Virgin) when you hop on the Eurostar. Nice work, Virgin!
British Airways' Avios scheme, meanwhile, will give you points when you take the Heathrow Express and when book train tickets through the booking website TrainGenius, while United Airlines will let you earn flyer miles when you take a trip on Amtrak…something I plan to do pretty soon.
Sleep (away from home)
If it were possible to earn (a serious amount of) money sleeping, that would be my chosen career, but failing that, earning flyer miles while you sleep…at hotels…has got to be the second best option.
All of the major UK air miles schemes I mention above offer you the chance to earn flier miles with hotel stays. Think of a big brand and you can most likely gain air miles by staying there.
I've listed the hotels/hotel chains affiliated with each airline in the summary charts below but some of the airlines have so many affiliated hotels brands that I couldn't even list them (100 or more hotels in some cases). My point: that's a lot of opportunities to earn points.
Budget tip: hotels are another occasion when it pays to have a reality check. If you can find a much cheaper hotel in the same city that you're visiting, think twice before booking into the air miles affiliated hotel just for the sake of collecting the points…unless your corporate giant of an employer is paying, in which case, book the biggest, best, and most points awarding hotel in town!
Car related bonuses
There is a whole heap of ways that driving can help boost your air miles.
Most of the air miles schemes allow you to earn flyer points when you hire a car with most of the main car rental companies around the world (Hertz, Avis, Sixt etc.) and a couple of the schemes (BA and Virgin Atlantic) even let you collect points when you re-fuel your car.
Want an added bonus? Sign-up for RAC breakdown cover and you can collect points with Avios.
Shop online
Not many people know this (or do this) and I confess I'm prone to forget but did you know that many of the air mile schemes have their own online shopping portals that allow you to collect points when you shop with the brands you're probably already using.
By simply adding one extra stage to your online shop, (clicking through the airline shopping portal on their website) you can air miles at the likes of John Lewis and Play.com (Avios), and iTunes, Nike and Apple (Virgin Atlantic.
Neat trick, huh? Just be sure to bookmark the sites and get into a habit of checking the airline shopping portal before you buy anything online (this is as much a note to myself as much as it is to you – I could definitely be better at doing this!).
Financial stuff
Financial stuff usually makes me glaze over (I'm actually half asleep even as I type), but it's worth staying awake long enough to know that you can earn flyer miles with many of your travel-related financial transactions – money exchange, using pre-loaded foreign currency cards and acquiring visas can all attract air miles if you use the company that your air miles scheme partners with.
Travel Transport
If you do travel a lot…hell, even if you only take a trip or two a year, don't miss out on the travel transport-related points you can earn.
I've already mentioned BA's bonus points for using the Heathrow Express but there are additional opportunities for earning flyer miles from Purple Parking (with Virgin Atlantic) and Ground Link and Super Shuttle (with United).
Be entertained
If, like me, most of your money goes on entertainment (after food, travel and electronics), keep an eye out for ways to boost your flying miles. Although the opportunities aren't as plentiful as other points collection methods e.g. hotel stays, there are still some restaurants and theatre tickets that allow you to have a great day or night out while earning miles in the process.
Virgin Atlantic, which allows you to collect points across the entire Virgin Group (including balloon flights and experience days), has the most extensive offering if entertainment is a big feature in your life.
Buy points
Ok, for the sake of completeness, I'm going to include the option of buying points. However, this is generally a bad use of money because your pound is usually more valuable than the points you're given.
That said, there are some occasions when you can benefit from buying points e.g. when the air miles scheme runs a points promotion such as 30% more points when you buy. However, be sure to do the maths before you commit.
Buying points can also be useful for more traditional friends and family. If you're saving desperately for a trip and Christmas is coming up, try asking for air miles instead of another sweater (that isn't going to serve you well in Southeast Asia). It's a better option for people who are flat against handing over a wad of money as a gift.
Take surveys
I find surveys a chore but what if you could earn flying miles for taking them – a different business, huh? Most of the air miles schemes offer points in exchange for taking surveys with E-Rewards (and a couple of other survey companies). I confess I've not tried this…yet. But I'll update you when I do.
And even if the idea of taking surveys remains a painful concept (regardless of the points you could gain), consider combining the task with the next points collection method…
Drink wine!
What? That's right, you heard me! Of all the crazy, I-don't-really-need-another-excuse-but-hell-why-not reasons to drink wine, collecting flyer miles has got to be one of the best excuses there has been for popping a cork. Sign-up to Lathwaite's wine club and you can collect Avios points with every case you buy. The same applies to Virgin Wines.
How to Earn Flyer Miles: Checklists
The following summary charts below provide much more detail on the various companies you can earn flyer miles with but hopefully the details above has given enough of an introduction to help you realize the significant potential earning flyer miles.
In the fourth and final part of this series, I'll get to the most fun part – spending your flyer miles. Until then, keep collecting.
The devil's in the details
As you can tell from this article and the summary sheets below, there is a lot of detail on this subject, and not only do we know that the devil is in the detail, but that the devil likes to muck around with the details from time to time. The information here is correct at the time of this article and I will update it whenever I learn of any changes. Equally, if you spot any errors or information that has become out of date, I (and everyone who reads this article) would be really grateful if you let me know so I can keep this article as accurate as possible. Just think of the good travel karma you'll gain!
Do you collect flyer miles in the UK? Ever managed to get cheap flights with air miles? Any additional tips to share?
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The chaotic noise inside the class,
The live chit chat that every group has.
Yes, another semester is at hand,
Another great year is about to land.
Friends hug like there's no tomorrow,
Happiness is in, no more sorrow.
I see new people walk inside the room,
New batches of friends are about to bloom.
But one person caught my attention:
A girl with this kind of perfection
Walks like a model on a runway,
A girl who stole my heart away.
Her eyes sparkle like the stars above.
That look she gives me that I really love.
Her smile takes my breath away.
I know that I won't let her slip away.
I want to tell her what I really feel,
Wanting to tell her that this is real.
Oh, this feeling that I hate,
A feeling that would not obliterate.
Want to know about the sad truth?
That there will never be a "me and you."
Yes, that is the sad truth
That you'll never say you like me too.
Poem About Falling For New Girl At School
I, too, have a crush on a girl in class, so last week on my birthday I kind of worked up the courage to finally tell her exactly how I feel, but it didn't turn out quite as well because she...
The Sad Truth
Published by Family Friend Poems September 2014 with permission of the Author.
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"Multidisciplinary," the new exhibition in Fenwick's A and C wings, highlights the variety of collections we have here in Special Collections & Archives. The idea for a multidisciplinary exhibition came from our desire to encourage scholars from throughout the University to examine our collections to find sources that are relevant to their fields. Archives are not just for historians—our collections touch on a variety of disciplines, and we are expanding our holdings constantly. We want the rest of George Mason University's community to know that SC&A's holding are here for them, too.
To assemble this exhibition, the staff of SC&A looked through the lenses of disparate disciplines to find examples that speak to scholars in the natural and physical sciences, conflict resolution, and transportation, to name a few examples. Spreading our net wide also meant we could highlight works that we found particularly appealing or quirky or mysterious. For example: processing specialist Greta Kuriger Suiter suggested looking at theatrical playbills in terms of graphic arts, or Japanese phonograph record covers as sources of language study; research services coordinator Christine Cheng plowed through the Poole cookbook collection to find choice items; long-time Northern Virginia resident and digital collections archivist Bob Vay selected a 1953 aerial photograph of Fairfax Circle and discerned its orientation; and SC&A head Yvonne Carignan found some beautiful examples from our large collection of performing arts sources. SC&A is full of fascinating textual, photographic, audiovisual, and material items available to scholars who are looking for unique sources of inquiry.


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The Future of Payments
Today's wallet looks a whole lot different than it did ten, even five, years ago. How we pay and are paid is changing, and even more importantly, how, what, and where we buy is changing, and the world of fintech is reinventing itself to keep abreast of the changes in how money moves through the hands of businesses, consumers, and across borders. So while "instant money" and "mobile wallet" don't mean winning the lottery or your purse in the hands of a pickpocket, there are fundamental changes in payments happening and on the horizon, that we as consumers, merchants, and those facilitating those transactions, need to be aware of. Let's explore what the future of payments looks like.
Mobile Wallet Penetration
Mobile payments are the new norm. Truth or fiction? In fact, the countries with the highest rates of mobile wallet penetration are actually India, Thailand, and Indonesia, each with adoption rates of roughly 50% of the population. Perhaps not what you expected, but the truth is that developing economies have been able to "leap-frog" the established payment systems of their more developed economic counterparts. In fact, research showed that regular usage of mobile payment systems was only about 20% of US smartphone holders. According to a separate PYMNTS study, even Apple Pay, the most widely used mobile payment system in the US, was only used by 6.8% of people with the application during their last purchase. (Actually, the most widely use mobile payment system in the US is the Starbucks mobile app, through which a reported 30% of their orders are now processed. Take that, Apple.)
There are a plethora of reasons why mobile wallet adoption rates lag, but the key ones include that a mobile "acceptance structure" isn't universally in place, and there remains a cloud of security concerns shrouding consumers which holds them back from regularly utilizing a mobile wallet's functionalities.
To take a step back, mobile payments require first, the payer to have mobile payment functionality on their device, and second, on the payee side, a contactless device to accept this payment, typically powered by near-field communication (NFC - a cousin of RFID technology). The reasons why retailers may not adopt it are oftentimes linked to the costs of upgrading both the hardware and software required to process these types of transactions. So frankly, it's a bit of a chicken and the egg problem. Consumer adoption lags, but it's also not universally available. What has taken off widely, however, is peer-to-peer payment applications. Whether it's Venmo, Paypal, or Zelle, the use case for consumers in P2P has been intuitive and thus, much more widely adopted. Splitting the dinner bill seven ways, or receiving your roommate's share of the rent is easy, fast, and in most cases, free of charge.
And as far as the aforementioned security concerns of consumers, well, that deserves a deeper dive.
Security First
American Express' 2017 Digital Payment survey revealed just how much a concern security was to consumers when it comes to utilizing digital payments. They found that, "37 percent of users abandon online purchases when they do not feel secure, but on the other side, 58 percent of merchants who experienced an online sales increase said that enhanced security features played a very significant role." With recent data breaches at retailers including Adidas, Forever 21, Whole Foods, Saks, and many others, it's no wonder consumers are just a wee bit nervous to adopt new payment technologies, when even traditional credit card payments haven't proven safe. So for retailers, auditing and tracking where existing data is in their overall data infrastructure as well as encrypting data that is "at rest" (or no longer in use) is critical to ensure that consumers' payment information is secure. One interesting fact that while consumers say that they would consider not shopping at a retailer where their information was stolen, most retailers haven't seen their sales or valuation decrease over the long run, when there has been a case of hacked customer records. As one Bloomberg article aptly pointed out, "What incentive do retailers have to beef up their security operations or invest in security-related innovation if there are no consequences when they mess up?" We'd argue that consumers ought to hold the retailers they give their business to accountable for keeping their information under impenetrable lock and key.
But the real future of payment security? It's Blockchain. And while I won't be the 1,000th person to try and explain exactly what Blockchain is, it will, however, make payment processing more transparent, less costly, and less hackable, due to the fact that it removes the need for central "authority" (or third party) to manage transactions. It's a technology already in place behind cryptocurrencies and some B2B transactions. Where it will go in the realm of consumer payments remains to be seen. But with the cost of credit card data breaches estimated to reach $33 billion by 2021, companies better wise up and invest, sooner rather than later.
Enjoy Now, Pay Later
If you've shopped online recently, you've likely noticed that there are a lot more options, not just at checkout when it comes to payment, but also on the product page. You're considering that beautiful handbag that comes with a hefty price tag, yet you don't really want to put the full price on your credit card. And here's precisely where companies like Affirm and Afterpay come into the mix, to minimize consumer hesitation and friction when it comes to purchases both big and small. These companies enable the consumers to make small, fixed payments on purchases, in ways that these companies argue are "more transparent" than traditional credit card companies. And this 21st century layaway is a big business, with Afterpay reaching a valuation of $1.5 billion, just four years after launching. It's a means of payment that has proven very relevant to credit-cautious millennial consumers, and very meaningful to retailers who have seen their sales lift, after offering the service.
So if there's anything that can be said about the changing landscape of payments, it's that the future is one in which the consumer holds much more of the power and is less veiled behind the doors of the big (bad) banks.
And as a retailer, don't think of the payment as the last step, think of it as a way to differentiate and bring lasting brand value.


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Great craft beer, inside or out
Blue Skies Brewery-Auburn Hills is a satellite taproom bringing the beers of Onsted-based Blue Skies Brewery closer to Metro Detroit via beautiful downtown Auburn Hills.
BSB was founded in 2018 by Lorenzo Lizarralde, an international airline pilot and owner/winemaker at Chateau Aeronautique Winery in Jackson and Onsted. The brewery's name refers to the weather conditions all pilots long for when preparing to take off — a clear, cloudless sky stretching endlessly onward, signaling a smooth flight ahead — and our space reflects that airline aesthetic.
With 16 taps, including myriad styles of beer and seasonal hard ciders, as well as Chateau Aeronautique by the glass, BSB-AH offers something for everyone in a relaxed, casual atmosphere.


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The Arc is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering Central Texans with intellectual and developmental disabilities through compassionate case management and innovative programs. The Arc's Art Education Program assists clients in exploring artistic mediums and creating gorgeous artwork. Our Annual Bark for The Arc Event features our partners in dog therapy, Divine Canines.
Divine Canines was formed in 2004 by a group of dog lovers who wanted to share the unconditional love of dogs with people in special needs facilities in Central Texas. We began with five dog-and-handler teams, one large client – the Austin State Hospital – and a professional dog trainer who generously donated his time. We now have approximately 110 active dog-handler teams who visit more than 120 facilities and thousands of children, adults and elderly persons on a regular basis.


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Deep wine red men's hat, beanie – ski, snowboard, dress. Hand crocheted with double strands of yarn for 1/8″ to 1/4″ thick, cushioning bands. Stretchy stitch in band section. Reversible. Caron 100% polyester yarn. Machine wash and dry.
Men's Medium to Large. Worn level across ears. 24″ circumference stretches to 26″. Height, 8 1/2 inches, stretches easily to 9 1/2 inches.
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