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It's been a long, brutal slog of an offseason. While there are a multitude of reasons it's moved so slowly, some of which don't appear to be going away, we can at least take solace in the fact that the signings have picked up as of late. Regardless of the unsigned state of quite a few free agents, spring training is upon us, which means it's time to take a look and declare who won or lost the offseason before actual baseball makes us look dumb.
As always, for teams that appear to be attempting to contend, we'll be looking at whether the moves they made should help them do so. For rebuilding teams, we'll be looking at whether they are getting enough for the players they are trading away. And then there are the teams that don't seem to know what they're doing or otherwise don't fit into either of those categories, but don't worry, we see you, Marlins. Today we're covering the AL West, but, in case you missed it: here's the NL West.
Houston Astros
No team has managed to take home repeat World Series victories since the Yankees completed their threepeat in 2000. There are a multitude of reasons this is the case, from increased parity throughout the leagues to the extra wear-and-tear that playing through the entire postseason imposes on players. Players leave in free agency and players regress, but at least those last two issues are something that a front office can do something about, so let's take a look at what GM Jeff Luhnow and company have done this offseason.
The Astros did lose some players to free agency after winning it all. They lost Mike Fiers (-0.6), Cameron Maybin (-0.1), Luke Gregerson (0.0), Carlos Beltran (-0.6), Tyler Clippard (-0.3) and Francisco Liriano (-0.2). The number after each player's name is his bWAR contribution to the Astros last season, and the total is -1.8 bWAR, so you can see immediately that we're not talking about any serious losses, other than, perhaps, Beltran's clubhouse leadership (and your mileage on that may vary…).
In terms of additions, some of the most notable moves are the ones they didn't have to make. After all, they already traded for Justin Verlander, who is coming off of a 3.36 ERA, 3.84 FIP, 6.3 bWAR season, and Houston will now have him for a full year. Not content to stand pat on their rotation, however, they also made a huge trade with Pittsburgh during the darkest days of the offseason that netted them Gerrit Cole. We already covered this move, but it suffices to say that it drastically improves the Astros' situation.
The Astros now project to have the best rotation in baseball per Fangraphs, with 19.2 fWAR on the board. Obviously things will happen, because we are talking about pitchers, but the Astros rotation is now pretty damn impressive. So much so, in fact, that Brad Peacock, who threw 111.2 innings as a starter last season to the tune of 3.22 ERA, 3.08 FIP, 10.88 K/9, 3.71 BB/9 and 0.73 HR/9, will likely be relegated to the bullpen to start the season. That is a good problem to have.
The Astros did lose some bullpen pieces, including Joe Musgrove in the Gerrit trade, but they also made a couple of acquisitions to shore things up. The first move was to sign RHP Joe Smith to a two-year deal with $15 million guaranteed. Smith was excellent last year (3.33 ERA, 2.10 FIP, 11.83 K/9, 1.67 BB/9, 0.67 HR/9) and has had a mostly successful career, with a 2.97 ERA and 3.52 FIP. The increased strikeouts last year pushed him up to another level, though, and against right-handed batters last year he was unstoppable, holding them to a miniscule 1.56 FIP, making him an extremely worthwhile addition to the bullpen at that cost.
Houston also signed righty reliever Hector Rodon to a two-year, $8.5 million deal. While Rodon struggled with walks last year (3.14 BB/9), he was excellent in his time as a closer for the Cubs over the prior three seasons (and before he lost his job to Aroldis Chapman in 2016). From 2014 to 2016, he saved 77 games and accumulated 2.44 ERA to go along with 9.3 K/9 and 1.9 BB/9. He seems like a reasonable gamble for a bit of a bounceback and, again, at the cost, it's hard not to like the move.
On to position players… Wait… Oh, the only position player move the Astros have made this offseason (other than non-roster camp invites), was to trade Preston Tucker to the Braves for a PTBNL. Unless, of course, you count the team's making the extremely-not-difficult decision to exercise reigning AL MVP Jose Altuve's $6 million option. Of course, the Astros didn't need to do anything on the position player front, because pretty much everyone who made net-positive contributions is coming back for another round.
Houston had the best offense in MLB last year (33.0 fWAR) and they (unsurprisingly) project to have the best again this year (30.3 fWAR). Obviously, things will happen that we can't expect. Yuli Gurriel is having hand surgery and is likely to miss 5-to-6 weeks. But the Astros most certainly didn't need to make any moves on the position player front this offseason.
Fangraphs currently projects the Astros to win 101 games, which is absolutely crazy. It's always going to be extremely hard to win back-to-back World Series, because winning that many games in the postseason is extremely difficult, and things will happen that we can't predict. But Houston made all the right moves this offseason to at least make sure they've got the best possible chance at another round of rings.
Grade: A
Los Angeles Angels
Perhaps no team has undergone a more drastic revamping this offseason than the Angels. Coming off another season where the Angels failed to break .500 and once again missed the playoffs, despite having one of the biggest advantages in all of baseball in the form of Mike Trout. GM Billy Eppler had his work cut out for him if he was to turn the team's fortunes around, and if it doesn't work out, it certainly wasn't for lack of trying.
Any conversation of the Halos' offseason has to start with the Shohei Ohtani signing. At the beginning of the offseason and before he signed with Los Angeles, I wrote about the reason that he was the most sought after player on the market, and all those things remain true.
If the Angels had an advantage with Trout, well, they got another one with Ohtani. True, he's just started his first spring training and we have yet to see him adjust to facing MLB batters in actual MLB games. True he had some elbow issues last fall (which were disclosed to all the teams as they pursued him). But none of that matters, because Ohtani is on a minor-league contract (minus the $2.3 million signing bonus that is but a drop in the bucket). Ohtani was the prize of the offseason and the Angels came away with him.
But getting Ohtani (while still having Trout) wasn't going to be enough alone to save the Angels' offseason. The Angels were had issues at multiple positions last year, and were particularly hurting at second base (-0.3 fWAR, 28th in MLB). Eppler addressed the need there by trading outfield prospect Troy Montgomery and RHP prospect Wilkel Hernandez to Detroit in exchange for Ian Kinsler.
Kinsler is coming off of a down season where he hit .236/.313/.412 (90 OPS+) and contributed 2.4 fWAR for the Tigers. However, in the three prior seasons, Kinsler had been one of the best second basemen in baseball, hitting .286/.332/.443 for a 112 OPS+ (and averaged 5.9 bWAR per season). Kinsler's 2017 saw his BABIP drop to .244 (versus a career line of .286). Kinsler has run out BABIPs that low before, in 2011 (.243) and 2009 (.241), but there's plenty to suggest that he hasn't just fallen off a cliff because he's 35. His defense has still been solid, as well, although we never know when to expect a decline there. Regardless, though, he's an immediate upgrade of almost three wins, even if he just repeats his 2017 and doesn't bounce back at all.
That's before you even get to the return that Detroit got in exchange for him. Montgomery and Hernandez aren't throwaway prospects, but it certainly seems like Detroit GM Al Avila could have done better. Kinsler's 10-team no-trade clause made things a bit more difficult for him and he only has one year left at $11 million, but this deal certainly improves the Angels quite a bit, and at a very modest cost.
Third base wasn't quite the black hole that second was, but Angels second basemen (mostly Yunel Escobar and Luis Valbuena), were only good for 2.0 fWAR (21st in MLB). Eppler's solution there was to sign shortstop Zack Cozart to a three-year, $38 million deal. Cozart is coming off of a breakout season, where he hit .297/.385/.548 for a 141 OPS+, and was worth 5.0 fWAR, which was 18th overall in MLB and 3rd among shortstops. While Cozart hasn't had a year with the bat like that in the past (and he ran out a .312 BABIP versus a .280 mark for his career), we certainly could have expected a larger contract for him in a normal year, as he's an above average defensive shortstop that showed some serious progression as a hitter in the last season.
While the Angels are set at short with Andrelton Simmons, there weren't contending teams looking for help there either, however, and Eppler took advantage of the weak market early in the offseason to nab an upgrade at a reduced cost. With Kinsler at second, Simmons at short and Cozart at third, the infield defense in Anaheim (minus first base) is going to be something to behold, and they made it happen on the cheap.
Another big move that the Angels made this offseason was re-signing Justin Upton to a five-year, $106 million deal. Upton, who came to the Angels from Detroit prior to the trade deadline, was deciding whether or not to exercise his opt-out on his current contract this offseason, which had four years and $88.5 million remaining. In essence, the Angles added an extra year for $17.5 million, and Upton will remain in Anaheim through his age-35 season.
Despite having a reputation for being a streaky hitter, Upton has been a very solid hitter since 2009. He's had a couple of down years, but some really great ones as well, including his most recent one (.273/.361/.540, 137 wRC+, 5.0 fWAR). We're running out of time for the Angels, but it suffices to say that this is a fair contract for both sides, providing a little bit more security for Upton while still being reasonable for the Angels. And before we run out of time, it's worth mentioning that they've also made room for Otani to get more PAs through a series of recent smaller moves.
The Angels are far from a perfect team. They have a host of question marks in their rotation, but they've at least improved where they could this offseason. They're still likely playing for a Wild Card spot this season, due to the likely continued dominance of Houston in the AL West. But they at least look like they have a damn good chance to secure a Wild Card spot.
Grade: A-
Seattle Mariners
It goes without saying that of course Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto made the first trade of the offseason, because he can't stop, won't stop trading. He sent shortstop prospect Alexander Campos and right handed reliever Emilio Pagan to Oakland in exchange for first baseman Ryon Healy. Healy has played two seasons in Oakland. While his 2016 (.305/.337/.524, 132 wRC+, 1.1 fWAR over 283 PAs) certainly showed some promise, his exposure to more PAs in 2017 (.271/.302/.451,100 wRC+, 0.2 fWAR over 605 PAs) didn't really build on his prior season. Any value that Healy provides will come via his bat and there are some clear issues with his game, even if he hit 25 home runs last year. He is controllable through the 2022 season and still a ways away from more expensive arbitration years, however, and if they're able to take advantage of his platoon splits (career 135 wRC+ v. lefties and 102 against righties), he'll still provide value, especially considering that Seattle will no longer have Nelson Cruz at DH after this season.
The main player that went to Oakland in return was Emilio Pagan, who is coming off of his first season of MLB relieving at age 26. It was a fairly successful one, as Pagan finished with a 3.22 ERA, 3.28 FIP and 10.01 K/9, although he did struggle with giving up long balls, with 1.25 HR/9. It's also worth noting that Pagan was called up in May, and came into 34 games, pitching 50.1 innings (almost 1.5 innings per game), so he could be called on to get multiple outs, time and time again. The rising cost of relievers seems to have inspired Oakland to make a deal like this, as we don't have travel far back in time to find a time when a deal like this would have been laughed at. But, here we are, and you can see the reasoning on both sides of the deal.
The next move Trader Jerry made was to send RHP prospect Thyago Vieira to the White Sox in exchange for international bonus pool money. Obviously, this was in the hopes that they would be able to entice Otani to a different home on the West Coast, but that was not to be.
The most interesting move of the Mariners' offseason was their next, sending RHP Nick Neidert, RHP Robert Dugger and SS Chris Torres to Miami for second baseman Dee Gordon (and some more of that sweet international bonus pool cash). The trade was interesting mainly because the Mariners already have the most expensive second baseman in MLB in the form of Robinson Cano, who may not have been as good as either Jose (Altuve or Ramirez) in 2017, was still one of the better ones in either league.
The Mariners, however, quickly announced that they were acquiring Gordon to play center field. With Jarrod Dyson departing in free agency, the Mariners didn't have any internal options ready so there was certainly a need to address. The question becomes whether Gordon will actually cut it in center field, as he's never played a single inning there in his MLB career.
Gordon will turn 30 in April, and he's now a couple of seasons away from his .333/.359/.418 season in which he got MVP votes. He rebounded from his PED-suspension shortened 2016 (.268/.305/.335 in 79 games) to hit .308/.341/.375 last season. While the lack of power has always been an issue for Gordon, he's made up for it with his ability to reach base and his exceptional speed once he's there: he's led the league in steals since 2014 (except for his suspension-shortened 2016). That speed is the reason that Seattle feels comfortable taking a chance on Gordon and his ability to roam in center field, as he would have been the 4th fastest center fielder last year.
While there is certainly reason to believe that Gordon could make the transition to center, there's also the issue that he's owed $38.5 million over three seasons (with a $14 million option or $1 million buyout in 2021). That's a rather sizable investment considering that Gordon's biggest asset is his speed and his value will plummet if he loses a couple of steps. Two of the four prospects that went back to Miami were upper-tier prospects in the Mariners hurting farm system, so there was a cost there, as well. While we'll have to wait and see how the positional move plays out, there's certainly a lot of risk in this move from a number of different angles, so it's hard to be too thrilled about it.
The only big pitching move that the Mariners made this offseason was signing Juan Nicasio to a two-year, $17 million deal. Nicasio may have had a wild ride from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia and then to St. Louis late in last season, but the former starter was putting up some of the best numbers of his career (2.61 ERA, 2.98 FIP, 17.9 K-BB%) over 72 innings pitched in relief. Nicasio looks like a good bet to step into the setup role and could improve a bullpen that was middle-of-the-pack last year.
That's it, other than a minor trade with new York that netted them RHP Nick Rumbelow. The last major roster move was the Nicasio signing, which came in the middle of December. So, all in all it's been a relatively quiet season for Dipoto, even if it still demonstrated his desire to make creative moves. While all it would likely take is some pitcher health in 2018 to give Seattle a realistic chance at duking it out with the Angels (and assorted others) for a Wild Card spot, the Gordon move is questionable enough to put a bit of a damper on the Mariner's offseason.
Grade: C+
Texas Rangers
The Rangers aren't rebuilding yet, but they are certainly at a precipice. They went 78-84 and finished 4th in the division last season, and Adrian Beltre is the only position player projected at over 2.5 fWAR next season. The farm is hurting and they might be going full rebuild before we know it, but they're not there yet. The only thing we knew for sure was that the Rangers definitely needed pitching going into the offseason, and they needed it badly.
The Rangers rotation was good for 6.7 fWAR (25th in MLB) last season, and Yu Darvish, who they traded before he hit free agency, was actually the Rangers most valuable pitcher (2.4 fWAR). Nobody can be sure whether Cole Hamels is going to bounce back or continue to decline. Andrew Cashner, the Rangers' third best starter also hit free agency this year and, after Martin Perez, there was nothing but replacement level pitching on the platter, so, yes, the Rangers needed bodies in the rotation.
Rangers GM Jon Daniels' first move of the offseason was a first step to address the rotation, as he signed Doug Fister to a one-year guaranteed deal with a club option or buyout for the 2019 season and some performance bonuses that means he will earn somewhere between $4.5 million for one year and $11.5 million for two. The now 34-year old had a couple of rough years with the Nationals and Astros and wasn't able to procure a starting gig in 2017 until Boston claimed him on waivers mid-season, but he showed lots of promising signs down the stretch, as his velocity increased to the levels that it was at when he was at his best with the Tigers.
Fister is a 34-year-old pitcher with a couple of bad years of declining stuff on his resume and one year that suggests that he may still have enough in the tank. The deal very well might not work out, but, at only one year and $4.5 million guaranteed, it's modest enough in the cost department that it's an extremely smart signing for a team in need of pitching.
About a week later, Daniels made another move, signing Mike Minor to a three-year, $28 million deal. As with the Fister signing, this move isn't without its risks, albeit different kinds of risks. Minor was one of the most valuable pitchers in the majors last year, but that's only if you limit your queries to relief pitchers, and the Rangers signed him to pitch in the rotation.
Out of the bullpen, Minors numbers from last year are extremely impressive, with a 2.55 ERA (25th out of 155 qualified relievers), 2.62 FIP (18th), 0.58 HR/9 (25th) and, thanks to the fact that he threw the 9th most innings (while remaining that effective), 2.1 fWAR (9th). Minor was one of the best relievers available this offseason, but he'll be starting in Texas, at least to start. It might not work. Minor has had some serious injury issues in the past, and there are questions about whether he can handle an increased workload and whether his stuff will play as well. But regardless, he's getting paid as an elite reliever (which he appears to be), so it's not a huge deal for Texas if he fails to convert back to a starter and ends up back in the bullpen. Again, there's plenty to like about the deal.
The Rangers also grabbed another reclamation project from the Giants in Matt Moore. Moore is coming off the worst healthy season of his career (5.52 ERA, 4.75 FIP, 1.39 HR/9), but the package that Texas sent back wasn't massive (read: a couple of not-too-impressive pitching prospects), thanks to San Francisco's need for salary relief in order to avoid that damned luxury tax. Is it likely that Moore bounces back in Arlington? Probably not. Was he worth a flyer as a cost-controlled starter with a high ceiling at that cost? Quite possibly.
Speaking of ex-Giants now on the Rangers' roster… In case you haven't heard, the Rangers have officially signed Tim Lincecum to a one-year deal. It's not going to break the bank ($1 million plus incentives), and, rightly so, considering Lincecum hasn't pitched since 2016 and hasn't looked like the two-time Cy Young winner of yesteryear since 2011. The good news is that the Freak is jacked and his velocity has improved. As as a baseball fan who lived in San Francisco from 2004 to 2015, I might be displaying some bias here, as I saw peak-Freak in person. But I also saw how bad things got towards the end, so I know very well how this could turn out. I still think it's a smart move, given the cost, to see if Lincecum can figure it out as a reliever, now that he's a proper beefcake.
There were other potentially high ceiling bullpen-bolstering moves made, as well, with Jesse Chavez and Tony Barnette joining the club, but those are just more deals with question marks. There are so, so many question marks by what the Rangers have done this offseason. That's not necessarily a bad thing, though. If enough of these things go right, they might have enough for a shot at a Wild Card spot. If just a couple do, at least they might have some interesting pieces to move to teams who have legitimate shots. And if, in the worst case scenario, absolutely nothing works out, they didn't spend a ton of money and can get started on a proper rebuild. Signing a mess of low-investment, high-ceiling pitchers was probably the smartest thing to do this offseason, given the Rangers' situation, and that's pretty much what they did.
Grade: B+
Oakland Athletics
And now we arrive at the Oakland Athletics, who won 75 games last year, improving slightly from 2016, but were still in last place in the division for the third year running. The farm has been caught in limbo over that time frame, as well, with no clear stars developing quite yet (with Matt Chapman is showing some promise, however). The team did start to look up down the stretch last season, with the team going 17-7 in the last weeks of the season. That being said, there will be no massive free agent deals in this section.
In fact, Oakland GM David Forst's only free agent signing of the winter was a two-year, $10 million guaranteed contract with a team option for 2020 to Yusmeiro Petit. When we were talking about the Angels earlier, we didn't mention that their best pitcher was quite possibly a reliever, that reliever being Petit. He made 59 relief appearances, of which 33 lasted longer than an inning, and sometimes went two or three innings. Petit was asked to eat high leverage innings, and he did so extremely successfully, even saving some games by the season's end. If Petit is able to continue doing what he did last season, he'll provide quite a bit of value for the A's and it's a modest, smart-looking deal in our current environs.
We already mentioned the Healy trade in the Angels' section, and all of that remains true, but there's some additional things to talk about from the A's perspective. The A's have plenty of high-power, low OBP options for the corner and DH positions, and moving Healy allows them to give Khris Davis more time at DH than in left, which makes sense. In the deal, the A's got a reliever who, like Petit, has the ability to eat innings, and can provide some much needed support to their developing, not yet reliable rotation. Alexander Campos was far from a throw-in prospect. An 18-year old out of Venezuela, he was rated 10th in the Mariners organization by Baseball America in their mid-season rankings.
The first high profile trade the A's made this offseason sent a couple of infield prospects, Max Schrock and Yairo Munoz, to St. Louis in exchange for right fielder Stephen Piscotty. Piscotty is coming off of a difficult season, for a number of reasons. He signed a six-year, $33.5 million deal in the spring with St. Louis after a successful 2016 in which he hit .273/.343/.457 (116 wRC+, 2.8 fWAR). He struggled with a hamstring injury, and then a groin injury, last season (and spent some questionable time in AAA) and ended up with .235/.342/.367 line (92 wRC+, 0.2 fWAR). Another reason that Piscotty's 2017 was difficult is that he learned that his mother is suffering from ALS. He's originally from the Bay Area and he'll be able to spend more time with his family, so this trade is an unadmitted win in the off-the-field department, as well.
After acquiring Marcell Ozuna from the Marlins, the Cardinals had far too much depth in the outfield. The A's currently have plenty of infield depth and, while the prospects sent to St. Louis weren't total fringe prospects, they weren't top prospects either. Piscotty is a reasonable bet to bounce back in Oakland and immediately looks like he might be the best outfielder in their system. All in all, this trade makes perfect sense for both sides.
As with all the non-Astros team in this division, things weren't going to be easy for the A's coming into this offseason. They showed some promise down the stretch and needed to figure out how they could improve without spending heavily or giving up too much. The moves they made fit the bill and, while they aren't going to catch Houston right now, you don't have to squint that hard to see them making a run at a Wild Card spot if they catch some breaks. Not a bad offseason, all things considered.
Grade: B

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Bengal Warriors, who finished with the wooden spoon last season, have overhauled the 18-member side and their partnership with Akshay Kumar will increase their popularity.other-sports Updated: Jul 29, 2017 13:01 IST
Ending speculation, Kolkata's Pro- Kabaddi League franchise Bengal Warriors announced on Friday that they have partnered with Bollywood star Akshay Kumar.
Bengal Warriors, who finished with the wooden spoon last season, have overhauled the 18-member side, retaining only two players in the fifth season.
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Email Engagement seems to be the eternal difficulty for marketers since they have to fight to catch the attention in crowded customers inbox. Subscribers receive promotions, reviews request and newsletter the emails that imply too much step will be ignored.
Now sellers don't hesitate to send an email with only one question to get back your satisfaction or a feedback regarding a product or a service bought. These emails are straightforward and elegant as well, with just a few words including an image which the recipient can click on.
An example from Expedia send email marketing by getting your feedback through a simple email design: We can see 2 smileys face green and red. This a perfect example of the easy click emails.
Let's explain what is an easy click email:
This is an Email Marketing which is able to increase your conversion by clarifying the user answer. So the easy click email should be clear by including only one question with maximum 3 visuals to let customers engage with your brand and provide feedback. It includes also a click on the button to send their feedback. Easy click email encourages a real-time engagement and personalization with more relevant email sharing their experience.
One of the benefits of easy click email is it makes it useful for the people to answers on mobile or desktop devices. The easy click email results are better because they make easier to the set segmentation criteria.
For instance, if we take this Expedia email, if I answer ''yes I'm happy'' by clicking on the green face, Expedia would have been able to suggest me others destinations with this air company however if I clicked on the red face by showing my dissatisfaction, I might have received an apology email.
In general, it helps you improve the way you do business and figure out how you can give a better experience to your customers. Also, it's a good opportunity to increase the website traffic and follow up your campaign as you input link in your email.
By Implementing easy click emails the company is able to create segments with simple data because the content that the customers receive is more accurate and probably to get a good impact on the brand reputation.
Below a listing of the element that contains an easy click email:
Basic header: Logo and brand name
One question: it makes it easy for your customers to reply
Call to action : 3 maximum possibilities
Segmentation rules: sent a content adapted according to the user answers
Basic footer: include essentials information with unsubscribe option as well.
Why should I use easy click emails?
Easy click email helps you to get better results especially open rate and answer rate by engaging your brand with your customers. As it's easy to implement, you can adapt the easy click email to many kinds of email marketing campaign such as customer's satisfaction, product feedback, brand or company improvement etc.
The easy click emails campaign can get precious data to adapt your content to your segmentation in order to propose better offers and relevant content while increasing your answers rate and your deliverability.


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Long have I now lived in this country of Wales; long, so it seems to me. Long enough to grow fat and used to the ways of doing things in this new place, both good and ill. I approach the end of term 2; I have done little to show for myself, but then, most of what is good is never immediately show-able. Just a few more months and it is done; then I am home, and God give me the will to return. Yea, even to this green heaven must I be prodded, for in my sojourn heavy has my heart grown with longing for the gems of my childhood. Why, circumstance, hast thou plagued me with such pleasant afflictions—to tear me between two treasures, spit me upon a jewelled crown, divide my soul beauty against beauty?
Such is the thorny realism of what is called 'growing up', or so we think of it. Can it not be re-understood as simply the acceptable excuse for our own abandoning of the things we have come to love? Is it 'life'—this intangible expression of who we are so often referred to in such plastic terms—that goads us to do those things which enrich but deeply sadden us? Have we not pulled our own wool across our eyes to make acceptable this foolishness that overtakes so many of our minds at an age passing forever from adolescence into man- and womanliness? Fie! Surely we have deceived ourselves in thinking such things forever inevitable. It is not 'life' that takes us far from the palace we call home and the refuge we call a prison, but our own ambition. Our desire to further whatever future we may have in a particular way.
Say I this to make meaningless the rupture here encountered? May it not be so; speak I only to open a window into a greater reality, to broaden our mental 'experience' on this sojourn of ours.


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Tucson Marshallese Ministries
Pastor Mack Aikwij is in need of a vehicle. Any donations would be greatly appreciated. Please email Carlson Takiah at email@example.com for information or to make a donation.
Silver City, UCC
Silver City UCC will host a special Open House, on 12/27/15 from 2-4 pm at the Silver City Women's Club. This event is to commemorate our time with our spiritual leader, Rev. Tyler Connoley, our founding pastor, to say goodbye, or perhaps aloha...til we meet again.
Let us come together in celebration of the man who said yes when his community called him to step into leadership. Let us celebrate how we have all grown and been blessed by the process of building Silver City UCC with him.
The Good Shepherd UCC, Sahuarita
The Good Shepherd UCC is hosting the 12th Annual Border Issues Fair & Concert,
Friday & Saturday, January 15 & 16, 2016. The concert features Lance Canales and the Flood, Friday, January 15, at 7 PM. Tickets are $20, and for ticket availability, call 520-625-1375. The Border Issues Fair will take place on Saturday, January 16, 8 AM-12:30 PM; attend for a $10 donation.
The Good Shepherd UCC, Sahuarita, will also host a weekend seminar with the noted Biblical scholar and writer John Dominic Crossan, Feb. 19-20, 2016. The theme for the seminar is "The Power of Parable: How Parables by Jesus became Parables about Jesus." Click here for registration info.
First Congregational Church, Albuquerque
Family Promise presented a plaque to First Congregational UCC that says: "Thank you for hosting Family Promise of ABQ for 12 years. Together, we sheltered 273 families and 1200 individuals (412 parents and 788 children). You have changed their future!"
First Congregational Church is participating in the Youth Group Epiphany Project. Albuquerque Public Schools currently has over 3,000 students who are homeless. There are many families in the community that don't have a lot of the things that most students have. First Congregational's Youth Group is creating "Jet Kits" for Jefferson Middle School students. They will be putting together the Jet Kits in early January at an Epiphany Party with the youth groups from Monte Vista Christian and the Mennonite Churches. Items for the Jet Kits may include hygiene items, socks, chapstick, hair ties, and hand sanitizer.
First Congregational UCC, Phoenix
Join First Congregation United Church of Christ for our new monthly "First at First" event sponsored by the Southwest Conference! Fridays in Phoenix are a great opportunity to check out all the amazing artists, musicians, and vendors in the Valley of the Sun! We're collaborating with community artists, musicians, and vendors to put on our very own version of "First Friday" at First Church! This event is FREE and open to ALL!
First Congregational is also hosting a special showing a film from PBS that will help viewers understand the autism spectrum and individuals living with autism and their perspective and search for love, "Autism in Love," on January 7th at 6:00 pm. It is a beautiful movie and First Congregational is partnering with ASU Project Humanities. The showing is also sponsored by SW Conference Widening the Welcome Team.
Four adults at different places on the autism spectrum open up their personal lives as they navigate dating and romantic relationships. Eye-opening, first-person portrayals show that despite many challenges faced by those with autism, love can find a way. Join us for this special preview of the PBS documentary followed by a panel discussion.
View the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXYv1lLZ6fU
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First Christian Church, Las Cruces
First Christian Church in Las Cruces is participating in the Carry the Future campaign to collect soft baby carriers (like ErgoBaby and Baby Bjorn) for Syrian refugees. They're collecting through December 20th.
If you'd like to participate, send slightly-used or new baby carriers to First Christian so they can be sent where they need to go. You can also give money to the cause.
You can learn more about the First Christian project here:
You can learn more about Carry the Future here: https://www.facebook.com/carrythefuture
Church of the Painted Hills, Tucson
Church of the Painted Hills shared this story: The Marshall Islands Are Disappearing
This is the title of the article that appeared in the December 2nd New York Times. For us at CPH and for our sister congregation, Marshallese Ministries, this disappearance brings Climate Change close to home. Click here for the article:
Shadow Rock, Phoenix
Shadow Rock is collecting ELECTRONICS RECYCLING, working with ARIZONA StRUT, collecting "not needed any longer" electronics.
A donation of used electronics will...
1) Create more space in your home
2) Help young people learn a trade
3) Help schools get needed equipment and
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4th of July Puppies 2015
Happy 4th of July!
Our Miniature Golden Retriever puppies are 3 weeks old now!
They are low to no shedding and average around 35-45 lbs
Scootaloo (on the left) is now reserved for Andrea and her family!!!
Morning feeding in the grass, awe! Big sister Piper wants to join in.
Our sweet Piper! She is 38 lbs, almost no shedding, and Full sister to this litter of pups


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This is a story guaranteed to make you laugh and cry: the first children's book from award-winning, bestselling author and comedian MirandaHart.
Chloe Long has lost her smile. She's looked everywhere for it. (Under her pillow. Under her bed. Under her nose. Obviously.)
She's tried everything to bring it back. (Her favourite cake. Her favourite gran. Her favourite joke. Obviously.) But nothing seems to be working!
Until one night, something utterly magical happens - and Chloe finds herself on an adventure that is out of this world ...
With fabulous illustrations by Sainsbury's Book of the Year winner, Kate Hindley, THE GIRL WITH THE LOST SMILE takes you on an action-packed, magical journey that celebrates the power of the imagination, the wonder of true friendship and is guaranteed to make you smile.
'Is Miranda Hart a National Treasure yet? If not, it can only be a year or two before she joins Stephen Fry and Alan Bennett in the trophy cabinet of the country's affections ... That personality and voice belong to a uniquely cherished comedian ... there's nobody like Miranda.' Daily Mail
The new Sunday Times bestseller, from the author of Is It Just Me?, Miranda Hart's hilarious account of life with her beloved dog Peggy, a gorgeous white bichon frise.
'Hello dear book browser and welcome to Peggy & Me, the story of my life since getting a beautiful Shih-Tzu Bichon Frise cross puppy (I call the breed a Shitty Frise - fun) in the form of Peggy.
Some of you may be thinking: "a book about a dog, how totally brilliant, I need hear no more, I'm sold." In which case we should be best friends and go out to tea together, every day.
Others of you may be thinking: "a book about a dog, how totally mad, she must have officially lost it." In which case I completely understand. For I once viewed dog owners with much suspicion. The way they obsessively talk about their dogs often using voices for them to reply; the way they have a light covering of dog hair all over their clothes and sofas; and worse, an alarming comfort and ease around excrement.
But I now get why people become so mad about their hounds. It wasn't instant love I have to admit. Getting a puppy when I was at a low ebb in my life wasn't easy - there was a lot of challenging, what I call, dog administration (dog-min), and the humiliating first trip to the vet still haunts me. It's been a bumpy old road, but Peggy has been lovingly by my side through some life-changing moments and I wouldn't have coped without her. Most surprisingly she has taught me a huge amount - not how to get an old pie packet out of a bin and lick it (I could already do that), but real lessons about life and love and trust and friendship.
Put aside any doggy reservations and come walkies with Peggy and me ...'
*** 365 joy filled tasks to make your life more engaging, fun, caring and jolly ***
"There are little things we can all do that can make a huge difference to our lives and to the lives of those around us. Doing something jolly every day that you can look back on with a smile and be grateful for, knowing it has also brought kindness to others, can gently help replace old negative thought patterns with more positive ones.
The tasks included in this little book are designed to be universal and free (or as cheap as possible). And all the ideas here, however silly they may seem, offer genuine and healthy ways to change the way we feel for the better.
Now is the time to have some childish fun and break the monotony of adult life and all its stresses. I hope some of the ideas do this for you, that you have SUCH FUN doing them and that day by day you can begin to lead a calmer and happier life!"
Your favourite, number one bestselling, comedian Miranda Hart gives you an access-all-areas VIP backstage pass to her award-winning sitcom Miranda.
Well hello to you, Dear Book Peruser and thank you for your kind interest in my book o'Miranda.
Here you will find my favourite six scripts, hand-picked from all three series, with introductions by moi, and some other tit-bits, and silliness. Because no book of this ilk should be without tit-bits and silliness. If nothing else it's fun to say tit-bits. Repeat after me: tit-bits. You're welcome.
I hope you enjoy seeing the scripts in their pure written form on the page before they translated to what you have seen on screen. And if you're a lovely young person still at school let me know if your drama teacher ever lets you do an episode for the school play. Nothing would make me happier. Though I bagsy play Miranda.
Your favourite, number one bestselling, comedian Miranda Hart is giving you an access-all-areas VIP backstage pass to her award-winning sitcom.
Miranda Hart has won bundles of awards, written a bestselling book and completed a sell-out nationwide tour.
But it was her award-winning BBC sitcom Miranda which first made her a much-loved household name. Miranda's identifiable and loveable character, unique wit and physical comedy struck a chord with millions making the show a national institution and Miranda the "Queen of Comedy".
Here Miranda gives us an access-all-areas VIP backstage pass to Miranda the sitcom.
The Best of Miranda contains the full scripts of Miranda's six favourite episodes (including her original revises and annotations) so that you can, if you wish to, cast your family to re-enact choice moments in your living room. The book also includes Miranda's own account of just what goes in to the process of writing, rehearsing and filming, hilarious gossip from the making of the sitcom, previously unpublished photographs and material which didn't make the final edits.
Other extras include recipes for Gary's favourite cakes, cringeworthy childhood photos of our favourite comedian, a step-by-step guide to making your own Fruit Friends and Vegetapals and a Marry Gary Board Game.
The Best of Miranda is a beautiful and hilarious book which will delight Miranda's many fans and earn her many new ones.
A Sunday Times Number One Bestseller. Britain's best-loved comedienne, Miranda Hart, laments on the horrors of growing up and offers her younger self some essential advice on grappling with life's unexpected perils and blunders.
Well hello to you dear browser. Now I have your attention it would be rude if I didn't tell you a little about my literary feast. So, here is the thing: is it just me or does anyone else find that adulthood offers no refuge from the unexpected horrors, peculiar lack of physical coordination and sometimes unexplained nudity, that accompanied childhood and adolescence?
Does everybody struggle with the hazards that accompany, say, sitting elegantly on a bar stool; using chopsticks; pretending to understand the bank crisis; pedicures - surely it's plain wrong for a stranger to fondle your feet? Or is it just me?
I am proud to say I have a wealth of awkward experiences - from school days to life as an office temp - and here I offer my 18-year-old self (and I hope you too dear reader) some much needed caution and guidance on how to navigate life's rocky path.
Because frankly where is the manual? The much needed manual to life. Well, fret not, for this is my attempt at one and let's call it, because it's fun, a Miran-ual. I thank you.


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WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) If you love some Mediterranean food, then you're in luck.
Shane is out at St. Mary Orthodox Christian Church getting an early look at their Mediterranean Festival.
For over 90 years St. Mary has celebrated their Lebanese heritage with public dinners and bake sales, and today and Saturday you have the opportunity to try some traditional dishes from Syria, Greece, Lebanon, and Egypt.
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Eat a rainbow!
This is probably one of the dishes that I make the most often,
especially when the vegetables in the fridge are going old. Delicious, easy, effortless and healthy!
ANY VEGETABLES. (done.)
1/2 head broccoli
1/2 head cauliflower
1/2 tray of mushrooms
1 brinjal/egg plant
1 onion
2 carrots
3 small sweet potatoes
3 tomatoes
5 baby marrows
Crashed garlic
1/4 cup of olive oil
Fresh thyme or rosemary
1 tbsp Rosemary and herb seasoning
- Wash and cut everything into smaller pieces.
- In a big bowl, mix everything with olive oil, seasoning and fresh herbs.
- Grill at 180C for 45 mins or until everything is cooked through.
- Serve.
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Counselling Duncan - Psycho-Educational Groups Counsellors, Psychologists, Therapists in Duncan
This link provides a listing of psychologists, counsellors and other therapists in the Duncan area who address a range of issues that may affect individuals, couples and families. All of these therapists use a range of approaches to assist their clients. Please read the individual bios to get a sense of who might be a good match for you.
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Psycho-Educational Groups
Psychoeducational Groups bring together different people who are experiencing similar issues, to share the therapeutic experience. Whether the therapy is for interpersonal relationships or shared issues, Psychoeducational Groups can help clients reach a variety of therapeutic outcomes.
During Psychoeducational Groups therapy, participants will discuss their issues with other parents who have similar issues. The group setting provides a supportive environment, and a sense of belonging.
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Monday of the Fifth Week in Ordinary Time
|1 Corinthians 13:4-5: Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.
Prayer ...
Heavenly Father, teach us to notice others and value them just as you do. We know you loved us when we were not lovable, and redeemed us when we were not worthy. Help us to take our eyes off ourselves and see others as you see them. In the name of Infant Jesus we pray. Amen.
Today's Readings ... (February 11, 2013)
|Monday of the Fifth Week in Ordinary Time
|First Reading:
|1 Gn 1:1-19
|Responsorial Psalm:
|Psalm 104:1-2a, 5-6, 10 and 12, 24 and 35c
|Second Reading:
|1 Cor 15:1-11 or 15:3-8, 11
|Mark 6:53-56
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Scripture: Mark 6:53-56
53And when they had crossed over, they came to land at Gennes'aret, and moored to the shore. 54And when they got out of the boat, immediately the people recognized him, 55and ran about the whole neighborhood and began to bring sick people on their pallets to any place where they heard he was. 56And wherever he came, in villages, cities, or country, they laid the sick in the market places, and besought him that they might touch even the fringe of his garment; and as many as touched it were made well.
Meditation on Today's Scripture:
Jesus gave his disciples the wonderful prayer which acknowledges God as our Father who provides generously for his children. The Lord's Prayer teaches us to look for first the kingdom of God and to pray that God's will be accomplished in our lives. The Lord in turn, gives us what we need to live every day for his glory. The Lord is never too far or too busy to meet us and to give his blessing. Do we pray to the Father with confidence that he will show us his will and give us what you need to follow him? Ask the Lord to increase your faith and gratitude for his merciful love and provision for our life. Loving Infant Jesus let our heart sing for joy in your presence. Give us eyes of faith to recognize your presence and fill us with your Holy Spirit that we may walk in your way of love and peace.


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AUTHOR: Daniel Hochhalter
PUBLISHER: Colorado Springs, CO: David C. Cook Publishers, 2014, (236 pages).
A loser according to Hochhalter is one who loses a competition to others, who fails to achieve his objectives, or one who simply does not fit in to expectations. The point Hochhalter makes is that winners and losers are not what Jesus is looking for. Jesus looks for people who are willing, available, and who recognize their true selves. In other words, there is hope for those who feel broken, imperfect, flawed, unaccomplished, weak, vulnerable, the under-achiever, the loser. Several categories of losers are mentioned.
"The Nobodies" are those who are not famous like many disciples who do not reach the fame like Peter or Paul. The author notes that many of "these unnamed Christians were pretty effective witnesses." Reflecting on his high school days, Hochhalter also sees himself as a "Zealot" who had admirable belief but repulsive behaviour. Despite the dislike against legalistic behaviours, Jesus chose Simon the Zealot, that Simon was asked "not to give it up, but to give it to him." Being upstaged is also unpleasant, even embarrassing. American culture thrives on dominating, winning, and overwhelming the opponents. Those who are small, the underdogs, the ordinary, are all shunned. No one likes to be in the shadows of other people. Hochhalter struggles with the image of bigotry, self-conscious of his own profiling of others in the midst of terrorism fears, only to realize that we are all "bigots" in some way. He lists examples bigotry in academia, intellectual domains, and pride, before showing us how Nathaniel himself was also accepted graciously by Jesus. Pointing out the flaws of the "Pragmatist," readers learn about how pragmatism can blind us to the work God is doing apart from the pragmatic approaches the world honours. Other categories of losers include the "Uber-Loser," the "Betrayer," the "Doubter," "the Egotist," the "Kid," "the screwup," before Hochhalter describes the "greatest loser of all," Jesus.
Each of the 12 categories of losers are associated with a biblical character and supplemented by the author's personal story of how he identified himself with the label. It is an already tough act to deal with the disappointments of not getting his PhD. It might even be tougher to belittle and paint himself as an outcast with terrible labels. Lest readers miss the main point, the book is not about downplaying the self. It is about redemption and grace. It is not about what people did or not do. It is about God choosing ordinary people, "losers" in spite of their lowliness, to serve the greatest person who had ever walked the earth, Jesus. Hochhalter suffered a double whammy, losing his PhD pursuit as well as losing his teaching position in college. After thirteen chapters of rather depressing self deprecations, followed by sparks of grace on how God blesses the disciples with grace, readers can heave a sigh of relief that the last chapter is solidly on redemptive ground.
I may be wrong, but I sense a conflicted being in the writing of the book. On the one hand, there is a sense of regret and disappointment at the loss of the PhD. On the other hand, there is hope in Christ and the power of God's grace to the weak, the fallen, and the underdogs in life. I appreciate the way Hochhalter ends the book, which really sums up what the book is about:
"They were not spiritual superstars. They were not the cream of the crop. They were broken, flawed, and sinful. And, in a moment of overwhelming grace, a still, small voice inside me whispers that if Jesus used them anyway, then maybe he can use me—and you, too. In the world's eyes, we are losers. In Jesus's eyes, we are disciples. And being in both categories, we are in good company." (p229)
If you are down and out, this book may very well lift you up from the doldrums of despair. If you are up and have been a high achiever, this book may very well prepare you from being easily shattered when failure looms. However, if you want to read books that avoid triumphalism or superioristic tones, that presents raw honesty against the trail of refined and highly desired worldly accomplishments, this book fits that bill. Not only that, it is very much the book for the rest of us. Assuming only the top 0.01% gets the prize, this book may be reaching out to the other 99.9% of people who have never gotten a sniff of what it means to bag that coveted prize.
Rating: 4.25 stars of 5.
This book is provided to me courtesy of David C. Cook Publishers and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions offered above are mine unless otherwise stated or implied.


text: Do not miss this is fabulously appointed exquisite home filled with very fine designer furnishings for a fraction of the price and most of them are in new or like new condition!! Featured: Several different furnishings by Barbara Barry (for Baker), a collection by a wonderful designer of transitional style and exceptional quality: Barbara Barry sofas and parlor chairs, Barbara Barry Collection Mahogany Chippendale inspired sleigh bed with coordinating side chests and armoire. Enhance your collectibles by displaying them in a beautiful black lacquer Dorothy Draper Chippendale style Chinese curio. Also featured are several different beautiful silk upholstered sofas and parson style formal living room pieces by Ferguson Copeland, a luxury maker. Choose a gorgeous Neirmann Weeks expandable dining table that is a steal ... and the perfect French inspired glass gilt coffee table also by this maker. Also, super cushy Italian leather sofa and ottomans by William Sonoma Home Collection. For the library or living space, you will find a pair of beautifully made leather wing back chairs with nailhead trim, an upholstered Stickley Sofa and matching club chair with ottoman. Many lamps by designers .... many carpets by Stark. A collection of 19th C botanicals, framed Vanity Fair prints. A kitchen and basement full of china and household items, including gym universal .... both decorative and useful. This is a chance to find some perfect items that will be the centerpiece of your home for this season and seasons to come.


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You ever wondered what would happen if someone told you to, "Go to Hell" and a worm hole actually rips you into hell? Yes, me too and that opportunity is coming to the saints after their big victory against the aliens and surviving the virtual reality world of steelport. The Saints now have some downtime to celebrate Kinzie's birthday until the Boss gets a visit from Satan and now is being forced to marry his daughter. In the first time ever will we get the opportunity on a new adventure where we get to play as the violent Johnny Gat as he takes on hell with Kinzie and hopefully find their boss before it is too late? Time to nut up and shoot Satan in the face!


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Makeovers - extreme and otherwise
The dental side of TV makeover shows frightens us* (the rest is gross too but at least is not our field). You do not need to go quite this far to significantly improve the appearance your teeth.
The only thing between you and a smile like Brad Pitt/ Julia Roberts is the desire, time, money, and an understanding of the long term effects of any cosmetic dental treatment on the structure and longevity of your teeth.
There are three main ways that dentists can change the colour or shape of a tooth. (Positioning can be changed by orthodontics at any age)
Composite veneer - a layer of white filling material is placed over the face of the tooth to make minor colour and contour changes. The layer is around ½ to 1 mm thick so it may make the tooth more prominent as we do not usually remove any tooth substance. The composite material will need replacing every 5-6 years as its colour deteriorates.
Porcelain veneers - the front surface of the tooth is reduced to make room for a thin, laboratory made, porcelain facing. Porcelain veneers have better colour and shine than we can make with composite resin and will cover slightly more difficult colour problems. However, the tooth surface has now been cut into and there is no going back. Porcelain veneers should last 10-12 years.
Crowns - the tooth is reduced by 1mm all around. An all-ceramic crown is made to fit and cemented in place over the top of the reduced tooth. A crown is used to strengthen root filled teeth, teeth with large fillings, and to cover up very dark teeth. A crown should last around 20 years.
As we progress through these options we are removing more tooth structure and increasing complexity and cost.
Once a cavity is made in a tooth, its strength is diminished. Every loss of tooth structure through decay, fracture or drilling means an increased probability of fracture of the remaining tooth.
Teeth with big fillings (greater than half of the tooth) can run the risk of an adverse fracture making the tooth irreparable. However, in order to place a crown on these at-risk teeth we must remove some tooth structure. It's a judgment call we can make together.
I see my job as helping you keep as many of your teeth in the strongest condition possible, improved aesthetics can be a bonus side effect.
You should become well informed before you decide Brad or Julia's smile is for you and try and strike a balance between the perfect smile and a smile that will be there as long as you are.
*These TV shows scare us because often we don't believe the contestants will still have those stunning big, white teeth long term.


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Are you looking for the best tritium watch? But, before taking any buying decision you need to know how to identify the best quality tritium watch that works great!
Here are a few must have feature list:
- It will be 3-4 time brighter than any other normal watch.
- Long lasting Illumination.
- Glow the dark room instantly.
- It will serve more than 20+ year without reducing brightness.
- It should be lightweight and stylish.
- Waterproof and scratch resistant.
Now, come to the point of price. You should not buy a watch which will not give you satisfactory feeling. If you want to buy a watch only for seeing the time, then your mobile phone is enough. Right? So, I will not suggest you to buy a tritium watch under $100. But, you will get a decent tritium watch under $200. Although, you need to spend a little bit more if you really care about quality and brightness of tritium watch. Personally, I have used a few tritium watches. Only one tritium watch is fully satisfied me. It is ISOBrite T100 super bright tritium watch.
Our Recommended Top 5 Best Tritium Watch Comparison Table
|Tritium Watch
|Our Rating
|Using level
|Who will Buy
|Editor's Choice
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|ISOBrite T100 Super Bright 200m Dive Watch
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|Very Rough
|Believe on Quality not
High Quality &
Rich features,
|Editor's Choice
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|Luminox Men's 3051 EVO Navy SEAL Colormark Watch
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|Low Price but Top Quality & Decent features.
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|Armourlite Caliber Series Polycarbon Tritium Watch Black Rubber Band
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|Medium Quality &
Medium Features
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|Gosasa Men's Tritium luminous Watch Rotatable Bezel Navy SEAL Stainless Steel Case Men's Military Quartz Watche
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|Moderate Quality &
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|Traser 106626 P96 Soldier Tactical Military Swiss Watch, Black Nato Strap
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|Moderate features
A watch is a timepiece that enables us to be informed about the time. After the watch was discovered, it has undergone several modifications to come up with what we have today. The earliest watches measured time in accordance with the rotation of the sun. Currently, we have different models powerful quality watches in the market which are meant to serve various purposes.
Summary of Contents
- 1 Our Recommended Top 5 Best Tritium Watch Comparison Table
- 2 My Top Pick ISOBrite T100 watch Video Review
- 3 Why you need Modern Watches?
- 4 What is Tritium watches? Why you need this kind watch?
- 5 Best type watches of Tritium
- 6 Features of the Tritium watches:
- 7 Top Rated 10 best Tritium Watches review 2019:
- 7.1 Dive Watches Tritium Isobrite t100 Review (Our Top Pick)
- 7.2 Traser tritium watch review – the Best tritium watch under 200
- 7.3 Armourlite Caliber Polycarbonate Tritium watches review
- 7.4 Brightest tritium watch review – Gosasa watch review
- 7.5 Traser watch review – type 3 tactical
- 7.6 Marathon ww194006 GSAR Swiss Made Military Watch with Tritium
- 7.7 Marathon 194013 Swiss Made Military Watch with Date and Tritium
- 7.8 PASOY Carnival Men Tritium Luminous Watch
- 7.9 Gosasa Men's Blue Luminous Tritium Watch
- 7.10 Yelang V1210 Eco-Drive Movement T100 Tritium Wristwatch
My Top Pick ISOBrite T100 watch Video Review
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If you are looking for a reliable watch for your outdoor needs or for professions like the military, then you have come to the right page. Tritium watches are reliable as they don't need a light source for them to illuminate in the dark. Most of the watches on the market have displays or dials that glow in the dark but rely on a light source. This is not the case with tritium watches.
Tritium is a radioactive gas which is not dangerous when used in small quantities like in the watch. It provides a constant glow for over a long period of time, normally for 25 years. And that's one of the reasons why many watch manufacturers decided to embrace this gas in watches.
What features should you look for when buying a tritium watch?
- Level of brightness
- Source of the tritium
- Color
- Warranty
- Type of glass
- Material used to construct the watch
If you are wondering which tritium watch to buy, we have made things easy for you by researching and writing on the best tritium watch as follows.
Why you need Modern Watches?
In the past, watches were a thing of luxury as only a few people owned them. But in the late 18th century, watches became a normal thing and were embraced by many. Today, we have watches meant for wrist or wall. Others are for men, women, kids, sports, for fashion, casual and formal watches, among other categories. They vary in features, weight, durability, design and purpose.
What is Tritium watches? Why you need this kind watch?
With stiff competition in the market, manufacturers are coming up with comfortable, efficient and reliable watches. This is why most of the best watches in the market use the tritium technology. Tritium is a radioactive gas which is harmless when applied in small amounts like that used in watches.
The gas has a half-life of 12.3 years, thus its brightness will start to fade after this period. Tritium might not be the brightest watch illumination, but it doesn't need any ambient light source to charge itself similar to other illuminating technologies like Superluminova.
Best type watches of Tritium
Watches can be categorized differently with the purpose they play, such as deep dive, tough, transparent, weird, mechanical, digital, convertible, unique designs watch, tactical watches, etc. to just name a few. Most of these watches have tritium and are made of a durable material that ensures they last long.
Features of the Tritium watches:
Why do you require this kind watch? We all have our own reasons why we buy a particular watch. In this paragraph, we break down some of the vital features you need to identify before obtaining a watch of your desire.
Powerful Battery
To begin with; the battery life of a watch is vital as it determines how long your watch will be tickled. A watch with Ronda movement or Swiss Quartz rotation should be preferred as well as that with silver oxide batteries. Another feature is durability; a watch that is tough, resistant can serve you for many years compared to one that crashes easily. It should also be water resistant.
Tritium illuminated watches
Other important features that the watch should possess are; tritium illumination. Good watches should have the tritium technology so that it can still serve you well in dark places where there is no source of light. The Swiss Quartz movement is also useful in that it provides outstanding timekeeping and can be very reliable.
Most of us prefer to keep our watch free from scratch and other forms of accidents that might alter its design or cause cracking. In this case, ensure the watch is made of stainless steel or high quality double thickness sapphire and K1 mineral glass. The best stainless steel is that of grade 316 which is resistant to corrosion and pitting. Last but not least, the watch should be light enough to be very comfortable on your wrist and of awesome sleek design.
As you prepare to search and purchase the watch of your likeness, ensure that it has tritium technology, which is of great importance to you in both light and dark places. Another top advantage of tritium is that it offers a wide range of colors for illumination such as blue, green, white and orange.
Top Rated 10 best Tritium Watches review 2019:
- ISOBrite T100 Super Bright 200m Dive Watch
- Traser CODE BLUE Watch TRITIUM Light Source P6508
- Armourlite Caliber Series Polycarbon Tritium Watch
- Traser TYPE 3 TRITIUM Tactical Watch
- Gosasa Men's Tritium luminous Watch Rotatable Bezel Navy SEAL Stainless Steel Case Military Quartz Watche
- Marathon ww194006 GSAR Swiss Made Military Watch with Tritium
- Marathon 194013 Swiss Made Military Watch with Date and Tritium
- PASOY Carnival Men Tritium Luminous Watch
- Gosasa Men's Blue Luminous Tritium Watch
- Yelang V1210 Eco-Drive Movement T100 Tritium Wristwatch
After scrutinizing different top tritium watches in the market, we have selected the following for you which you can check out before you decide purchasing any other type.
Dive Watches Tritium Isobrite t100 Review (Our Top Pick)
After thoroughly comparing the best tritium watch on the market, I can confidently say that the ISOBrite T100 is the best. Though it is very expensive, if you consider its comfort, efficient, reliability and other quality features it possess, it is definitely worth every penny. The watch is all weather and is effective at any time of the day or night. For longevity, it is made up of an anti-reflective sapphire glass crystal, a strong polycarbonate case, silicone band and a black silicon strap.
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In addition, the lovely watch is four times brighter than the usual standard watches. This high performing Isobrite t100 has a Swiss Quartz movement and a 10 year lithium battery that makes it to be highly durable.
You can apply it to a wide range of uses with deep sea diving included. That's why it has great feedback from the users.
Traser tritium watch review – the Best tritium watch under 200
If what you are looking for is a watch that can be applied in tough situations like for military use, then the traser code blue is the watch to buy. The Swiss Quartz movement watch has the mb-microtec H3 technology that is brought together with a solid construction that makes the watch ideal for tough situations.
The Traser has a rugged nature and can be used in dark places, as it has a blue illumination which is a tritium vial light source. The Traser also has a carbon composite case which is very durable and resistant to corrosions or hard surfaces. It as well has the Nato band which means that it is approved and very reliable in its use.
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Update: Must check above Luminox Men's watch too. I am loving this tritium watch and bought this under 200 bucks.
Armourlite Caliber Polycarbonate Tritium watches review
This Armourlite Polycarbonate is a bit expensive compared to several standard watches, but as well it comes with some great features. It has a Swiss quartz movement which is very reliable. The Armourlite caliber watch also has anti-reflective sapphire crystal which is scratch resistant and durable. The Nitrile butadiene rubber band gives this watch a unique appearance. Love this watch green tritium markers.
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Similar to different watches in this category, it has tritium technology that comes in green and orange allowing it to function in different environments. It can also be used while swimming as it is water resistant. In addition, this simple but wonderful watch is light in weight and very comfortable to wear.
Brightest tritium watch review – Gosasa watch review
Another top quality watch is the Gosasa tritium luminous mostly for men. The Gosasa luminous is constructed with hard material that enables it to survive tough conditions. It has a high strength mineral lens and provides great performance in the water. Moreover, the Gosasa has a nice strap made of rubber and full steel black case material.
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This amazing watch has Swiss Ronda army quartz watch rotation that makes it to be very reliable. It has a strong tritium illumination which is said to glow up to a period of 25 years. Other additional features of the Gosasa include; a countdown meter, date display, 24 hour display and a moving watch circle which makes it to be unique. It is one of the best cheap tritium watch in our list!
Traser watch review – type 3 tactical
This is one of the most comfortable and simple best tritium watch that you will find in the market. It has a sleek design and is reliable. This elegant watch has been proven to perform well in tough conditions by the military. It has Swiss / Ronda 505 Quartz movement that makes it to be efficient and very reliable in operation.
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It as well has a durable case and is water resistant meaning it can be used for deep sea diving. The Traser type 3 tritium tactical watch is made of a comfortable leather and nylon band that lasts long. Other features include; calendar, date and clock. The most unique features of this tactical watch are that it has 14 tritium light sources which comprise of 1-11 green, 12 orange and H/M hand green.
Marathon ww194006 GSAR Swiss Made Military Watch with Tritium
Marathon is a re-known top brand from Switzerland. They create top of the range watches that the military, pilot, and navigators use. The Marathon ww194006 watch with tritium is the best watch on our list and it costs a lot. But it is worth every penny as it has outstanding features.
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The watch is made of 316L surgical grade stainless steel and you can rely on it in all situations. It is waterproof up to 300 meters underwater.
So, divers can use it without any problem. Moreover, it features a scratch-resistant, sapphire crystal glass, which ensures that the dial is read underwater or in direct sunlight. The tritium in the watch ensures that the watch glows in dark areas and it lasts for 25 years.
- It as a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal for durability
- It is water resistant up to 300 meters
- This watch features tritium tubes that last for more than 25 years
- It uses an automatic mechanical self-winding movement
- It has a durable and comfortable vulcanized rubber strap
- It is very expensive
Marathon 194013 Swiss Made Military Watch with Date and Tritium
If you're on a budget but still want a high-quality watch from Marathon, you can go for the Marathon 194013 Swiss made watch with date and tritium. Just like the first watch, this one is also made of 316L stainless steel and it is very durable. The Military Navigator Quartz also features a specialized fibershell case that is water resistant 6ATM. Also, the watch has a comfortable 20-millimeter width nylon strap made under MIL-S-46383B, Type III.
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A unique feature of the watch is its acrylic crystal which is resistant to quick changes in pressure that would be experienced pilots or parachutists. In addition, it has tritium glass tubes that ensure constant visibility in dark environments. This unisex watch moves by a quartz mechanism created for outstanding accuracy.
- It is durably made of stainless steel
- It is able to cope with changes in pressure and altitude
- This military watch can be read in dark places or in the sun
- It is sweat and shock-resistant
- It is lightweight
- The watch displays the date of the month
- Some users have complained that the watch is not as durable as stated. A few parts fell off after some time.
PASOY Carnival Men Tritium Luminous Watch
Featuring the automatic mechanical movement, the PASOY carnival men tritium watch should be in every man's wardrobe. The watch is made of a durable stainless steel body and strap that will last for edges. It is also equipped with a synthetic sapphire glass that is scratch-resistant and extremely strong. The H3 tritium light source technology, dial, and hands provide continuous illumination for up to 25 years. It is also water-resistant up to 30 meters, which means you can dive with it underwater.
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The Gold skeleton design is amazing and will good on you. In addition, it doesn't just show time but as well date, week, and month. On top of that, the manufacturer offers warranty and the watch is available at a very great price. This is an amazing outdoor watch that you will be glad about buying.
- Excellent design
- Water-resistant up to 30 meters underwater
- H3 tritium light source for reading in dark places
- Sturdy stainless steel strap
- Durable synthetic sapphire glass
- Affordable price
- None
Gosasa Men's Blue Luminous Tritium Watch
Gosasa is another quality watch brand with lots of high-quality and elegant watches. The Gosasa Men's blue luminous tritium watch is suitable for outdoor enthusiasts, divers, hikers, and even the military. It is equipped with a stainless steel band and case. The movement is ensured by high-quality quartz for precision. Moreover, the watch has a synthetic sapphire glass, which is durable and classy. You can dive with this watch in water as it is water-resistant up to 30M underwater.
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The elegant Gosasa carnival watch is beautiful and will change your looks. You will use it in the dark to check the time as it has an H3 tritium light source technology that illuminates in the dark. With a 2 year warranty and a battery life of more than 3 years, this is a reliable and sturdy watch to have in your collection.
- Sturdy construction
- Elegant and perfect design
- H3 tritium displays the time in low light areas
- High-quality quartz movement
- It is waterproof
- Sturdy sapphire glass
- 2-year warranty
- Not very durable
Yelang V1210 Eco-Drive Movement T100 Tritium Wristwatch
The Yelang V1210 Ec0-drive watch is another quality watch suitable for sports individuals and business people. The Yelang tritium watch features the eco-drive chronography movement which is precise. It also has the T100 tritium tube which means that it is very bright in the dark and very easy to read. In addition, it can as well be used by divers as it is water-resistant up to 100 meters underwater. The wristwatch also features a sturdy sapphire glass which can withstand day-to-day outdoor hardships.
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- Made of stainless steel body
- It has a sturdy sapphire glass
- This watch is waterproof up to 100 meters underwater
- It has an eco-drive chronography movement for precision
- 2-year warranty
- The watch is very heavy
- The bracelet is large and you may need to re-size it
Question: How bright should the tritium watches be?
Answer: Tritium watches are normally bright enough to allow you to read the time without any other source of illumination. Some think people think that the illumination from tritium can be used to provide light in the dark but this is not the case. But when in a combat, you have to cover the watch as your enemy may notice the illumination from the tritium watch. Note that Tritium watches with T100 are brighter than tritium watches with T25.
Question: How long does a tritium watch last?
Answer: It depends on the quality of the watch. The most durable watches are made with stainless steel and sapphire glass. Acrylic crystals and mineral crystals make up good watches but are not as long-lasting as synthetic sapphire. For tritium, it can last for up to 25 years. But you will have to pay more if you are buying a watch equipped with synthetic sapphire.
Tritium material are important to develop a bright watch. But, above 10 best tritium watch are top rated on the market.


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Staying healthy on a budget and getting yourself and your family off of ready meals and processed foods isn't that hard as long as you are prepared to get creative and make your own sauces.
Shop bought jars of sauce are not only packed full of sugar and salt, they are also expensive for what they are. You can save the strain on your wallet and your waistline by making your own and it really will take very little time.
Here are 2 recipes for tomato based sauces that make pasta and meat dishes quick, simple and healthier than before!
The first is a recipe I have adapted from the show 'Eat Well For Less', swapping the ketchup for tomato puree and using garlic paste and Tamari (gluten free Soy Sauce basically)… All absolute musts for the cupboard if you want to be able to make tasty meals in a flash!
This next recipe is so simple and effective and only takes 10 minutes! If you eat a lot of pasta in your house it will also save you a few quid over a year. Why not make it even healthier by ditching the pasta and replacing it with spiralised veg?
So, what are some of your favourite meals and how can you clean them up?
Learning to make a few basic sauces is vital!
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We begin our story on 17th September 2007. I had arranged to meet Nezetta at a pub in north London at 7pm (she was late of course!!) and we started to hit the coffees. I'd met Nez about 3 times before and was helping her to manage her finances better. At the first meeting it was like watching 'stress on legs', she was feeling a little down, well a lot down actually, but two hours later I think I'd managed to explain everything in simple terms and she felt a lot more comfortable. Nez's main problem wasn't about her finances but her whole attitude to money. So I recommended a book for her to read, emphasising that I felt that, once read, her life would change for the better and money would be something to embrace and not fear. For those who are curious enough to want to know what the 'recommended' book is, here's a link
I can't recommend this book highly enough! - you WILL find it VERY rewarding
Anyway, after a few meetings it became apparent to me that here was a lady who complimented my skills with her own brand of 'streetwise', energy, youthfulness and naivety, and that the idea in my head was worth pursuing as a joint venture with Nez. And on top of that she passed the 'test'. Whenever I meet someone I always ask myself the same question; If I was stuck in a lift with this person for 5 hours would we run out of things to talk about? Well, we wouldn't even have scratched the surface of potential discussion topics in 5 hours. Anyway I digress, back to the pub and the coffees.
I had been reading over the past year or so about people who had been trading up from a 'paperclip' to a 'house' or a 'plastic cup' to a 'Ferrari'. Only a few had seemed to have had any success at this, and having read some of the 'swap boards' on the net it seemed that an awful lot of people were stuck with various items of pottery and paintings desperately looking for a 'trade', ANY trade!! The outlook, however, did look good for both potters and artists!!! The main problem with the 'swapping' idea is that your tied to negotiating with whatever item you are holding. There seemed to be no flexibility in trying to trade up whilst in possession of 4 ceramic mugs 'hand made' in Barrow in Furness!! (with apologies to residents of Barrow in Furness). At the end of the day the most flexible of commodities is cash!! So I calculated some 'rules', built a spreadsheet and came up with the plan to make £100,000+ in 52 deals. (the original spreadsheet will be published on here after the 52nd deal)
I explained the plan to Nez and suggested she takes a few days to consider it. After 3, maybe 4 nanoseconds had passed she looked up from the spreadsheet and announced 'I'm in!' And so the adventure was 'born'. We had some more coffee and talked out all the rules, and the potential deals already on the table. We had jointly invested £6 on the previous Saturday on the National Lottery and won £10 so it was decided that this would be our 'starting capital'.
The rules are simple and we will be disclosing them in subsequent posts. We will deal in anything, well anything legal that is. There are no limits to the type of deal we will do, as long as we can reasonably expect it to deliver the required profit. We wont always hit the required target, in fact, we may even lose on a few of the deals, but overall we should achieve our goal. We have built in certain 'risk management' strategies and allowed for the occasional indulgent expenses.
The 'blog' idea started out as a 'diary' that we would keep and one day publish. However, it occurred to us that by opening up the ongoing progress of our adventure to others, we may find people along the way to help us, either as customers (we will post links for our latest offers), suppliers (again, we will post for any specific requirements), advisers (for when our brains switch off), critics (we love critics, they tell us where we go wrong) etc and maybe even sow a few seeds in peoples minds to 'copy' this idea.
Please let us know if you start, or are thinking of starting, to copy the idea, we will do our best to offer any advice we can and maybe even do a few deals with you along the way.
And so, with the background info done (well some of it anyway, we will add things as we go along), lets start the adventure!!
Current cash position: £10.00
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
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Clare Gardaí are investigating the death of a woman in her fifties after a single vehicle accident in West Clare.
The incident happened at around 11pm on Friday near Miltown Malbay.
The woman was the only occupant of the vehicle when her car left the road and entered a field.
She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Her body was removed to University Hospital Limerick (UHL) where it is expected a post mortem will be conducted.
The road was closed off for an examination by forensic collision investigators.
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Andrew Barnes' series, "Digging Deeper" is based in Silicon Valley and focuses on startups and key innovators and how they are disrupting digital payments and commerce.
CashStar is a successful startup whose vision of branded currencies for retailers is disrupting the $120 billion traditional gift card market. CashStar generated more than $500 million in gross merchant sales, growing by 92 percent year-over-year in 2013. It was recently named to both the Forbes 100 most Promising Private Companies list and the Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Companies list. It's fair to say these folks are doing something right.
Andrew sat down with Ben Kaplan, president and CEO, to discuss branded currencies for retailers, the business models they are disrupting, and the market inefficiencies on which they are growing their business.


text: Blog Window Replacement Plan 2018, Part 2: New Construction Windows vs Replacement Windows April 10, 2018 What's in a name? It's the timeless question that reminds us that what we call something can influence the way we think about it. For example, homeowners looking to replace their windows with Pella products can easily get hung up on the difference between "new construction" windows and "replacement" windows. In the next part of our Window Replacement Plan 2018 series (see part 1 here), we break down the important differences between these two types of windows and indicate recommended scenarios to give Roanoke homeowners tips for installing each. Understanding the Jargon New construction windows are chosen as part of new Roanoke construction projects and are typically designed differently from replacement windows. Because they're created to be properly installed straight into a new construction opening, these windows typically include a nail flange (or nail fin) that attaches to the new construction where a window frame doesn't presently exist. While new construction windows can be used in a remodel project, the project would most likely necessitate a lot more work in removing existing materials to expose the studs. That's where replacement windows come in. Replacement windows, as the name implies, are meant to replace windows in existing spaces. Also known as retrofit windows, these windows are developed to allow Roanoke contractors to install the window without having to tear the existing walls down to the studs or remove any other exterior materials. Instead, replacement windows are created to fit in a correctly-measured unique opening and use the existing frame. Only the window itself is replaced. Pella replacement windows can deliver the benefits of new windows while possibly saving time and money on installation labor for residents in Roanoke. The Right Window for the Right Job Knowing the difference between new construction and replacement windows and making sure those windows match other materials found in your project is important to your project's success. Meeting with a skilled window installation professional, such as the ones at Pella of Roanoke, who can help you address other questions is just as important, which we'll be covering in part three of our series. Use these pointers to help decide which type of window is the correct fit for each type of build: New Construction Windows: Recommended for any project that requires new window framing or a tearing the wall down to the studs. This would be a new home build, a new addition to your hoe or a major remodel. Replacement Windows: Recommended for any project where the window frame is not being replaced or is in good condition. If the walls are not being taken down, a replacement window is the correct choice for your window plans. Either Type: Depending on the window frame's condition, you might be able to use a replacement rather than installing a new construction window. Make sure the window you select offers a balance of the features you want at a cost you can be comfortable with. Whether you're installing one window or 15, your investment should last for years. Consider your options and make sure they fit your home project's goals.For more information, contact one of the pros at Pella of Roanoke for a free in-home consultation. Back to Blog