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Grandmother dies as a result of delayed DVT diagnosis just nine days after hospital admission
We recently represented the family of a young grandmother aged 61 who was admitted to her local hospital via ambulance complaining of a warm, swollen and painful knee.
Acutely aware of a family history of deaths due to deep vein thrombosis (DVT), medical staff were alerted to the fact by her family on the day of her admission.
Medical staff however, failed to note this or carry out the appropriate tests or start the appropriate treatment. An MRI scan was requested the next day, however, it was not viewed to be urgent so this did not take place.
Two days following her admission her left leg was swollen from the knee down and her foot had turned blue. An MRI scan was carried out on the following day but the presence of deep vein thrombosis was not reported by the radiologist.
A member of the medical team reviewed her swollen leg on day four and advised that there was no sign of DVT but medication and a further scan were planned as the swelling was not improving.
On her sixth day in hospital an urgent scan and a blood test were requested in order to exclude the presence of deep vein thrombosis.
On day seven, the scan revealed that she had blood clots in her leg and medical staff planned to increase her medication and prescribed warfarin in addition to this to alleviate the condition.
Our investigations discovered that the hospital staff only recorded the family history of DVT at this point, some seven days after being provided with the information by her family.
Her medical notes recorded that both her mother and grandmother had died as a result of pulmonary embolisms.
Sadly, despite increasing her dose of medication alongside giving her warfarin, she died just nine days after going into the hospital as a result of a pulmonary embolism.
Following her death, we were instructed by her family to investigate her medical treatment as they believed that her death was entirely preventable.
We found that the repeated delays and failure to diagnose DVT in a timely fashion, a condition that medical staff were made aware of on her first day in hospital, had led to her avoidable death.
Had the hospital correctly diagnosed DVT sooner and started the appropriate treatment, she would have survived.
We also found that the hospital had both breached its own guidelines, and failed to adhere to the guidelines provided to doctors by NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) stating that urgent scans must be performed within four hours.
In our client's case, it didn't take place until the following day.
Had the hospital involved correctly identified DVT and treated the condition appropriately, starting on any day from her first day of admission up until just two days before her death, she would have survived as the clot would not have developed to the point of blocking a blood vessel which led to her death.
We secured a six figure compensation settlement for her family.
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A legal challenge of Missouri's new campaign finance laws by the state's largest business organization has been stopped in its tracks.
In a ruling issued last week, by Cole County Circuit Judge Patricia Joyce ruled against the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry's lawsuit over whether businesses could fund their own political action committees.
Back in September 2017, the Chamber filed a lawsuit arguing language stemming from Amendment 2, which was passed by voters in 2016 with 70 percent of the vote.
Amendment 2 provision barring businesses from contributing to own PACs being challenged in courts
In addition to imposing capping contributions at $2,600 per election, the new law put limits on what kinds of companies can donate money in Missouri.
The Chamber said that the position held by the Missouri Ethics Commission put businesses is a strange situation in which they could set up PACs but were barred from putting any money in them.
The advisory opinion issued by the MEC would allow businesses to donate money to other PACs, but not their own.
And the ruling by Judge Joyce means that businesses will still be unable to contribute to their own PACs.
"We feel the judge ruled incorrectly in this case. This decision prolongs a confusing situation for employers across Missouri that want to be engaged in the political process. We are left with regulations that give an employer the ability to establish a political action committee but then forbid the company from placing funds into it," said Daniel P. Mehan, Missouri Chamber president and CEO. "We are reviewing all our options as we move forward to ensure Missouri businesses have clear, commonsense ethics standards to follow."
Benjamin Peters is a reporter for the Missouri Times and Missouri Times Magazine, and also produces the #MoLeg Podcast. He joined the Missouri Times in 2016 after working as a sports editor and TV news producer in mid-Missouri. Benjamin is a graduate of Missouri State University in Springfield. To contact Benjamin, email email@example.com or follow him on Twitter @BenjaminDPeters.

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Custom Build - Stimson 42 for sale £ 79,950.00
- Custom Build - Stimson 42 for sale
- This Stimson 42 IRC Racing Yacht was built in 2008 to a Christian Stimson Design as a development of the popular Reflex 38 by the Pronavia Boat Yard in Sweden. Large open transom with twin wheels, 10 berths in an open saloon, large heads with a shower room. Two owner's from new and the current owner has owned Palpatine since 2014. Privately owned but in management for the duration of his ownership operated on a skippered charter basis only. Commercially Coded (Cat 2) and a RYA out of the Water Mid Term Inspection was carried out by Hamble Marine Surveys in June 2017 - (Certificate Issued - No Report as Such).
Stimson 42 IRC - Description
LOA: 12.80 mtrs / 41'9" BEAM: 3.80 mtrs / 12'4" DRAUGHT: 2.60 mtrs / 8'5" Engine Yanmar 3JH4E 40hp Diesel Sail Drive Engine with a Folding Propeller. Cruising Speed: 6.5 knots Maximum Speed: 7.5 knots Engine Hours:TBC Engine Last Serviced: June 2017 Construction GRP Hull and Coach Roof. Stainless Steel Pulpit, Stanchions and Guard Rails. Accommodation This yacht provides a total of 10 berths in an open saloon arrangement, a separate large heads and shower room. There is also a galley equipped with a three burner gas hob and gimballed oven. Inventory Navigation Lights. The Main Navigation System on board is computer based with Expedition Software run through a permanently mounted PC on board. The boat has a red box wifi network that receives input from all instruments & manages communications. AIS VHF Radio with DSC Satellite Telephone. Tack Tick Instruments including three mast mounted maxi displays, four pedestal mounted units (One split screen, two wind and one multifunction) along with a remote control unit for the system. Safety Equipment Rated to Coding Standard Consists of:- Two 6 Man Automatic Deployment Life-Rafts each with a dedicated grab bag of safety equipment. Full Flare Pack. 12 Life Jackets. Dan Buoy. Man Overboard Recovery Sling. Throwing Line.
Category: Sailing Boats, CruiserCity: ChertseyBuilt: 2008Length: 42 ftCountry: England
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These are the best luxury family resorts in Disney Orlando, enjoy kid-friendly hotel accommodations during your stay in the city of magic. Book the perfect family-friendly resort hotel in Orlando and Walt Disney.
Disney World and Orlando Family Hotels
Orlando is the ideal destination for all couples, families and single travelers due to its enchanting theme parks, natural beauty, and abundance of outdoor activities.
Ritz Carlton Grande Lakes
Marvel at the magic of Orlando, Florida, a lively city full of variety and vision. Take in the pleasure while retaining a Feeling of sophistication in The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes. This exceptional Orlando, Florida, the hotel offers families a stylish means to indulge in the playful offerings of the all-American city. Inspired architecturally by the grand palazzos of Italy, The Ritz-Carlton resort in Orlando includes – * 584 well-appointed guest rooms, including 56 Club Level rooms, 62 Executive family suites in Orland, and two Presidential Suites * 11 excellent dining establishments * Guest rooms feature a five-foot private balcony with panoramic views of the lakes, pool and gardens * Easy access to world-famous, family-friendly attractions such as Walt Disney World (10 miles), SeaWorld, Discovery Cove, and Aquatica (2 kilometers), Universal Orlando and Wet 'n Wild – advance reservations required through the Concierge.
Waldorf Astoria Orlando
A world unto its own, Waldorf Astoria Orlando lords over 482 pristine acres in Bonnet Creek, a crown stone unlike any other. Elegant and refined, family suites in Orlando, passionately dedicated to the well-being of every visitor, our newest Waldorf Astoria honors its heralded pedigree when charting exciting, new lands in its search to exceed even the most eccentric expectations.
The celebrated restaurants inside The Waldorf Astoria in New York have won worldwide acclaim for their inspired cuisine and creative libations. Timeless classics like The Waldorf Salad, Veal Oscar, Red Velvet Cake, Thousand Island Dressing, along with the Manhattan were born here. In homage to this unique heritage of innovation, Waldorf Astoria Orlando has thoroughly re-created these dining venues in more than name alone.
Our guestrooms have been designed to be unusually spacious sanctuaries of peace and quiet. The delightfully soothing colors, classic fabrics, and decor create a world unto its own. Lavish amenities include luxury Egyptian cotton linens and Italian marble bath counters with double sinks. Technological conveniences abound, such as wired and procured wireless Internet access, a 42-inch High-Definition LCD television, and a work desk.
As no two guests are equally or have the specific same interests, plenty of leisure activities have been provided for their enjoyment. Bicycles may be ridden around the grounds for light exercise or absolute pleasure. A water aerobics class supplies a refreshing, low-impact, total body exercise. Whatever the taste, whether jogging, swimming laps, an afternoon of shopping, or simply reading a popular book in a plush sofa in the lobby, it's readily available within Orlando Luxury Family Hotel.
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
For your Best Lake Buena Vista resort, Pick the unparalleled accommodations at Orlando Luxury Family Hotel. Ideally located adjacent to Walt Disney World, this Lake Buena Vista, Florida resort unites the most exhaustive choice of activities including golfing, pools, tennis, horseback riding, dining and more – with state of the art meeting facilities, luxurious guestrooms, and distinguished Hyatt service. From business events to family getaways, discover the best family suites in Orlando, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando family resorts.
Sailing on a private lake. World-class tennis. Relaxing spa solutions. These are merely the beginning of the endless exciting activities you have to choose from at our enticing 1,500-acre resort. Slide down a waterslide into a crystal-clear swimming pool, canter through trails on horseback, or marvel at the beauty of nature on an Audubon Walk. Whether you are planning a business conference at our Orlando business hotel, a family getaway or a romantic getaway, you'll find we provide everything you need to produce your own ideal
Kid-friendly hotel in Orlando, no trip Orlando is complete without a trip to the magical theme parks surrounding Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress. Let's knowledgeable concierge assist you in planning your trips, such as arranging complimentary transportation to the major parks. From the adjoining World Disney World to shores and sporting events, all of the vibrant area's Orlando attractions are within easy reach of the Orlando luxury family hotel resort.
The Hyatt Regency Orlando
The Hyatt Regency Orlando, formerly The Peabody Orlando, is a masterpiece of contemporary design and luxurious décor and furnishings. Since the Orlando convention hotel of choice for the country's professional meeting planners, the luxury resort is conveniently located in the middle of the 2.1-million-square-foot Orange County Convention Center, and is the only resort located directly across the street from the center's main entrance, it features luxury family hotel accommodations and is a national landmark hotel in the conventions and meetings industry.
This Orlando family resort exudes relaxed elegance, as well as the warmth of Southern hospitality. The ideal location for association and corporate meetings and conventions, Orlando Luxury Family Hotel is located only a short drive from Walt Disney World, Sea World, and Universal Orlando and 15 minutes from Orlando International Airport (MCO).
The hotel features 1,641 guestrooms, such as 193 suites, 490 kings, 594 double/doubles, 364 double/queens, 45 available rooms and 25 hypo-allergenic rooms. The Spa, features full-service spa treatments, fitness center and salon. There are three sparkling pools offering guests the choice to lounge in the lavish and expansive Grotto Pool with lush landscapes, hotel slide and separate children's area, or swim in calmness in the Terrace Pool, a lap-style swimming pool. Ultra lavish, poolside cabanas are available for lease every day. There's a hard-top tennis court, together with tennis pros on request at a cost. Captain's Choice Golf Services are available for tee time bookings, transport for golfers, rental clubs, and family suites in Orlando.
Restaurants comprise Napa – serving organic, sustainable farm-to-table selections complemented by wall-to-wall wine collections from Napa Valley and around the world; Rocks – local hot place offering a comprehensive wine list, bottled beers from all over the globe and passionately crafted cocktails; B-Line Diner – available 24 hours a day serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner supplying flavorful coffee, pastries, and sandwiches into those on-the-go; Fiorenzo Italian Steakhouse – offering steak, chops and a variety of seafood and pasta dishes to delight meat eaters and seafood lovers alike.
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
Stroll the cobblestone streets of the sun-washed haven piazza, gelato in hand. Play a friendly game of bocce ball. Then refresh at the world-class Mandara full-service spa. With eight dining choices, you'll end up saying buon appetite before every meal!
Curl up with a book in your club chair. Stretch out on a king-sized mattress. Or get down to business with a spacious desk and ergonomic chair. From cozy, inviting guest rooms all the way up to our sumptuous family suites in Orlando, we could accommodate you – at ultimate relaxation.
The Villas of Grand Cypress
The Villas of Grand Cypress Orlando is an unparalleled luxury escape that provides unsurpassed relaxation and recreation for both golfers and non-golfers alike. Enjoy 45 holes of award-winning Jack Nicklaus Signature-designed golf, elite instruction at Grand Cypress Academy of Golf, beautiful dining, and endless diversion activities.
The Villas of Grand Cypress offers guests world-class comforts and a selection of magnificent accommodations, including spacious Club, family suites in Orlando, and elegant Villas with around four bedrooms. The elegantly appointed villas give breathtaking views of the waterways or fairways of the North Course. Bordered by lush palms, manicured hedges, and brightly colored flowers, the AAA Four-Diamond Villas' setting offers the best in space and comfort. The recently redesigned villas feature thoughtful information and custom furnishings to get a tranquil balance of modern and classic styles. Guests enjoy private terraces, high-speed Internet access, and large-screen flat-panel televisions. All of this in one of the premier Orlando luxury family hotel resort adjacent to Walt Disney World®
Four Seasons Resort Orlando
Enjoy the magic like never before using a vacation to Orlando personalized just for you. Couples can unwind on the hyperlinks of this Tom Fazio-designed Four Seasons championship golf course, indulge in a couple's massage at the Spa, or sip on a cocktail by the adults-only pool. Children will love the water slides, lazy river, climbing wall, and action centers on an island only for them. Imagine all of this and more in Four Seasons, only minutes from Magic Kingdom® Park and Epcot®.
This special Four Seasons hotel is set on a lake amongst gardens and pools — huge water and organic beauty. The Resort's Spanish Revival architecture, a style also called Florida Revival, features terracotta tiled rooftops, square towers, arched windows, and colonnades. Terraces with classical balustrades overlook the golf course and beautiful gardens planted with mature pine trees, palms and columns of cypress.
Opening in early August 2014, the resort will be delighted to assist you in obtaining the magic of Kid-friendly hotel in Orlando, Theme Parks and so much more. Visit attractions such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Soarin'® and Star Tours® – The Adventures Continue, take in Disney's Broadway-style stage shows and personality greetings, attend Exceptional events that range from the Epcot® International Food and Wine Festival to the Orlando Family Hotel Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend, and much more.
Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando
Downtown Arts District boutique hotel with an art gallery, posh restaurant, jazz lounge, outdoor pool, and Poseidon Spa. Close to theatres, museums, shopping, and Kid-friendly hotel in Orlando, theme parks. Place in downtown; the lobby includes barrel-vaulted ceilings and Italian mosaics. There is a jewel-toned art gallery inside the hotel that shows a range of striking original bits; giving the resort an artistic distinction that extends into the rooms and family suites in Orlando, where rare art adorns every wall.
There are desks with spacious work areas, lounge spaces, and marble baths with private bath amenities.
The Boheme Restaurant features edgy-chic decor with crimson velvet and sheer draperies, creating a unique environment with a Florida-inspired menu. Additionally, it offers a Sunday Jazz Brunch with modern jazz music. For cocktails, the Bosendorfer Lounge presents live music on the club's namesake piano – one of just two in the entire world.
The Poseidon Spa provides an extensive collection of signature treatments including Kessler signature heated shell massages. There's also a heated outdoor pool and whirlpool with downtown views, along with a 24-hour exercise center.
Reunion Resort
There's a reason we're called Reunion Resort, A Salamander Golf and Spa Resort– our specialization is uniting individuals in unforgettable ways. Whether testing your swing on touch golf courses by Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer and Tom Watson, riding the lazy river present at our multi-acre resort water park or taking in one of the nearby Kid-friendly hotel in Orlando theme parks, you will encounter another sort of Orlando family vacation here. One where the real attraction is the time you spend together.
Omni Orlando Resort At Championsgate
Surrounded by 36 holes of Greg Norman designed golf, the resort is also home to the David Leadbetter Golf Academy World Headquarters. Five exceptional dining options onsite include PanAsian, American and Italian cuisine.
In addition to excellent golf, guests enjoy 15 acres of recreation and relaxation. Guests can catch a tube and ride the long and winding lazy river, splash in the zero entrance pool with swimming pool slide and also nearby water playground, or relax by the quiet formal pool in their own private cabana. Fitness options include tennis, basketball, and sand volleyball courts, a lighted, nine-hole par three golf course, walking and running paths, plus a state-of-the-art fitness center that is available for visitors to access 24 hours per day.
A complete service European-style Spa rounds out the amenities together with the maximum level of personalized attention. An array of dining options is guaranteed to please every palate and can be all on-site.
All 720 guest rooms are attractively furnished and feature luxury linens, bathrobes, executive function chair and desk, wired and wireless online access, dual line telephones with voicemail (one cordless), flat screen TV with on-demand movies, coffeemakers, safes (accommodates laptop), hairdryer, lighted makeup mirror, iron and ironing board. Spacious two and three bedroom villas feature stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, marble-clad baths with Roman baths and spectacular golf and pool views. Master bedrooms feature king-size beds and master bathrooms. Each villa provides a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area for six, spacious living area, and den with sleeper couch.
Gaylord Palms Resort
Sun-drenched and magnificent, Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center brings excitement to life through world-class restaurants, lively on-site diversion, and beautiful gardens under glass. Our signature atriums, lush and tropical, recreate three Florida environments, immersing you in the sights and sounds which create the Sunshine State a leading vacation destination. In the gently rising mists of the Everglades, to the funky and vibrant island revelry of all Key West, to the Spanish-infused, old-world allure of St. Augustine, you'll delight in those distinctive Florida-themed settings.
The hotel itself was constructed in the sumptuous style and grandeur of a turn-of-the-century Florida mansion, but with the modern amenities and deluxe lodging of a world-renowned luxury family resort.
Renaissance Orlando At Seaworld
Experience the most extraordinary 27-million-dollar transformation in this magnificent Orlando, Florida Resort. Boasting a prime location throughout the street from SeaWorld Resort Orlando and Discovery Cove, the Renaissance Orlando Resort expertly combines the enchantment of America's favorite playground with its innovative style. This beautiful hotel provides a winning combination of location, exquisite amenities, and unexpected touches that create an unparalleled experience.
Indulge in tasty dining at one of those fabulous new restaurants or enjoy an invigorating Starbucks coffee. Just opened, the neu lotus spa offers a calm venue for total relaxation.
Events come alive at this Orlando Family resort hotel in 185,000 square feet of meeting space plus a general outdoor reception space. Newly remodeled guest rooms offer contemporary retreats that combine seamlessly with modern conveniences.
Bohemian Hotel Celebration
Local attractions include the Walt Disney World Resort, roughly eight miles off, and SeaWorld Orlando, situated 10 miles away from the resort.
Guests can begin their getaway at the Celebration Hotel with a swim in the heated outdoor pool, with a sundeck overlooking a calm lake. Those people who have a deep admiration for art will delight in the Grand Bohemian Gallery, including over 75 paintings, sculptures, glass works, and more. Additional conveniences include a 24-hour business center, wireless Internet access, laundry services, and valet parking.
Hard Rock at Universal Orlando Resort
It's the perfect mix of funk and just plain enjoyable. This AAA Four Diamond Award® winner will make you feel like stone 'n' roll royalty with impeccable accommodations, a wealth of recreation and personal service and attention match for an "A-List" celebrity.
Hard Rock Hotel Orlando offers guests an electric luxury resort designed to provide both comfort and value. Boasting a long list of convenient amenities, our hotel Orlando is the most accommodating of Universal Studios lodging choices.
Every stone star knows that once offstage, it's time to have the superstar treatment. So bring your entourage into the exciting Hard Rock Hotel®. Boasting inviting Orlando FL luxury accommodations for a relaxing stay, Loews Orlando hotel is perfectly appropriate for business or leisure travel. Currently, at this AAA Four Diamond Award® property every impeccably designed resort area features an entertainment center with a flat panel TV, CD player and MP3 docking station. Club Level rooms offer even more conveniences, while more than 1 million worth of rock 'n' roll memorabilia adorn the public areas.
Locally developed goods, fresh farm ingredients, and innovative menus created by our Award Winning Chef's capture the exceptional flavors of each Loews destination.
Walt Disney World Swan
In the heart of the Orlando Famly Hotels, the award-winning Orlando Famly Hotels Resort Swan is your gateway to Central Florida's most magnificent theme parks and attractions. The Orlando Famly Hotel Resort Swan is an Epcot Resort resort, offering onsite accommodations, superior service, and lots of exclusive Orlando Famly Hotel Resort benefits. Enjoy transportation to all Walt Disney World Resort attractions, Walt Disney World Resort character dining opportunities, priority seating at select Walt Disney World Resort restaurants, early entry to a select Kid-friendly hotel in Orlando, Theme Parks on select days, and advance tee times on five nearby championship Orlando Famly Hotel Resort golf courses. Guests may enjoy 17 restaurants and lounges such as coastal cuisine, Italian, steak and seafood, sushi, 24-hour room assistance, and much more. Other amenities consist of four lighted tennis courts, supervised children's programs, five pools (such as a three-acre grotto pool and white-sand beach), jogging trails, health clubs, saunas, massage therapy, beauty salon, and the nearby Disney's Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Courses. The centerpiece of these guest rooms is the Westin Heavenly Bed featuring a pillow-top mattress, a white goose-down comforter, 250 thread-count sheets, and five overstuffed pillows.
Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort
With deluxe accommodations inspired by Florida itself, Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel juxtaposes modern architectural silhouettes alongside Renaissance flourishes—most notably, the twin stylized dolphin statues gracing its rooftop.
Come and discover the magical surroundings, luxurious facilities, and Westin Heavenly Beds. The resort is between Epcot® and Disney's Hollywood Studios. Enjoy the new Mandara Spa, 17 spectacular restaurants and lounges, five pools, white-sand beach, two health clubs, tennis, nearby golf, and many special Walt Disney World®; Resort benefits, including transportation to all Walt Disney World® Resorts, Kid-friendly hotel in Orlando Theme Parks and attractions; Walt Disney World® Resort character dining opportunities and priority seating at select Walt Disney World®Resort restaurants, early entry to a select Walt Disney World® Resort on select days, and advance tee times on five nearby championship Walt Disney World®; Resort golf courses.
Universals Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Kick back and unwind in a tropical paradise at the Universal's Loews Royal Pacific Resort. Guests enjoy a massive lagoon-style swimming pool, superior service, world-class dining, and an exclusive package of the exclusive Kid-friendly hotel in Orlando theme park benefits including UNIVERSAL EXPRESS(SM) ride access, which lets you skip the regular lines at most rides and attractions. In the breathtaking beauty of the lush tropical landscaping and sparkling waterfalls to the serene tranquility of this orchid courtroom whose flowers are always in bloom, you'll be transported to the enchanted isles of the South Seas.
The Universal's Loews Royal Pacific Resort provides a sea of pleasure and recreational opportunities for the entire family. Relax under the palm trees or opt for a swim at the huge lagoon-style pool complete with sand beach and children's water play area. You can work out in The Gymnasium gym, like a game of beach volleyball, or play in the game room. You can watch a film under the stars in the hotel's weekly poolside dive-in movies, or make arrangements to play a nearby round of golf through the hotel's Golf Universal Orlando program. When Mom and Dad wish to enjoy a night in town, you can drop off the kids at The Mariner's Club supervised children's activity center.
Dining options include breakfast buffets in Islands Dining Room, tropical drinks poolside at Bula Bar & Grille, and Polynesian-fusion cuisine at Emeril's Tchoup Chop.
JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes
Experience unwavering sophistication and world-class service at the award-winning JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. Located on 500 lush acres, our luxury family hotel provides a quiet retreat, yet is a short distance away from Orlando's most exciting attractions. Take advantage of our shuttle service to Walt Disney World®, SeaWorld® and Universal Orlando®. Recharge in our elegant rooms and suites which offer luxury bedding, marble bathrooms, 24-hour room service and Internet-ready TVs. Resort dining options include farm-to-table.
The JW Marriott Orlando luxury family hotel offers guests a plethora of luxury conveniences, from oversize marble baths and remarkable resort views to a refreshing spa along with the world-class Greg Norman-designed golf program. From organic Southern Italian cuisine in Primo to hand-rolled sushi in the Lobby Lounge, this luxury hotel in Orlando, Florida offers endless dining choices to please any palette. Ideally located as a silent escape, the JW Marriott Orlando Hotel is also near the city's top attractions. Discover an Orlando luxury family resort perfect for hosting everything from business advantages to social soirees in over 100,000 square feet of elegant space.


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My New Year's Goals/
I am not one for making New Year's Resolutions, but I do find it useful to at the beginning of the year to assess where I have been and where I would like to go. I like to set some achievable goal or goals for myself in terms of my art. I stress the word "achievable" because I don't find it useful or healthy to set goals that are out of my reach. So if I have a really BIG goal, I break it down into little pieces and just work on one of the pieces at a time. It might take five years to achieve it, but as long as I am working on little aspects of it, I know it will get done.
So what are some of my art goals this year? Last year I started with the goal of hooking one abstract art rug and learning what I could about abstract art by visiting museums and reading books. I was able to achieve this goal. But what is so much fun about it is that I discovered that I LOVE hooking abstracts and want to learn even more about abstract art, especially color fields and impressionism. So I have three abstract projects I will be working on this year. Alex in Pop Color which is already underway (see photo for one of the panels); the Kadinsky series of 6, which I am calling Hooked Point and Line to Plane, and which has two panels hooked already; and All in the Family, the big abstract that will consist of my 67 colors in all 8 values hooked in 12 color families, which is only in the planning stages. I would like to experiment with color fields more this year and see if I can achieve anything close to a Rothko"ish" hooked piece.
The other thing I realized about my art year is that I LOVE rug hooking faces. So I would like to design and hook one animal face this year (don't know which one yet), and a bigger widecut Santa face next Christmas.
My other art goal is to get my palette wool page up and running on my website.
Because so many have asked, we will continue the Abstract Rug Challenge with a new year (interested? join our group on Rug Hooking Daily), and of course the Ten-Minute Challenge which will begin its fourth 6-month season in February 2011 with a new subchallenge (also on Rug Hooking Daily).
What are some of your rug hooking goals this year? Would love to hear about your dreams and aspirations.


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Adjustment periods are weird, are they not?
The confusing maze of figuring out life in a new context.
But eventually,
the path appears
your world slows down
or speeds up
and it is easy to breathe again
A path found and followed
IADT, March 2019
masters by research
Adjustment periods are weird, are they not?
The confusing maze of figuring out life in a new context.
But eventually,
the path appears
your world slows down
or speeds up
and it is easy to breathe again
A path found and followed
IADT, March 2019
I'm standing at the spire, waiting for Walking in the Eire to finish her incredible 6 month trip walking the coastline of Ireland. It's a part of Dublin I never visit - it's reserved for tourists, no "Dubliner" would put themselves through this stressful street (not that I'm sure I can claim that title). Over to my left there's a guy literally standing on his soap box, preaching to his un-co-operating congregation that Jesus Christ can forgive them, and they can find their immortal life. Even with his small speaker hanging from his elbow I don't think many people can hear him. There are hundreds of buses, thousands of conversations, and one busker playing drums pretty well but also pretty loudly, and it echoes up and down this wide thoroughfare.
But it's not as uncomfortable a place as I was expecting - since coming back to the city I've had the opposite experience of most outdoor people I know, and find the mass movement of strangers so energetic and energising. I'm still wrecked at the end of a day, it's still over whelming, but I think the city gives me as much life as I find in the outdoors.
There's no immediate sign of the inspiring walker I'm here to congratulate so I start jotting notes for a blog post I've been meaning to write for weeks. I know how loose time is when you spend all your days walking. I pick a pole wrapped in bamboo and lean against it. I watch old friends collide in screeching hugs, and first dates ask each other what food they like. There are just so many people. I look around me and wonder who is here for what.
There's a lull in traffic, and my preacher friend across the road can be heard shouting for us all to trust in our Jewish saviour. Saviour seems to be his favourite word. Then the drummer strikes up a powerful tempo, and a swarm of teenage students pour across the road.
So far I can confirm that standing is harder than walking, but I'm enjoying getting the time to write. I've been meaning to write something for my own website since I got sick a month ago. When you're sick and can't do anything it's easy to build to do lists of things that don't involve going places, but still involve more mental energy than you actually possess. But I'm back on feet, so here we are. Time to do a big general update.
A quick summary of my life this year would be - I walked 1,446km this summer, and then took a short break which resulted in my immune system crashing. In my anti biotic stupor of the past month I; moved back to Dublin, attended a conference, built IKEA furniture, took part in a feminist internet workshop, got lost learning my new corner of the city, more artist takes, and finally, I was accepted to do a Research Masters in IADT Dun Laoghaire!
So lets start from the beginning of this month.
I moved back to Dublin after my immune system crashed and I had to go through a whole series of antibiotics. There are lots of strange things that happen to you when you drastically change life style and living places, so I think I might just say I'm still acclimatising and leave it at that.
The conference I attended has actually inspired the name/grouping of this post. The title of the event was Space, Place, Obligation (An interdisciplinary inquiry into creative practice in contemporary Ireland). Organised by Niamh Campbell in Maynooth university, it was an intense day of artists sharing their artistic practice in relation to the title topics, while also discussing themes of home and sense of belonging. It was still probably too early in my antibiotic days to be attending such a full on event - I hadn't yet bought a bed so I was camping in my room. My printer stopped working when I tried to print the conference notes off, my shoes cut my heels to pieces running for the bus, and at the event my hands took every opportunity to spill coffee on my notes, shoes, clothes, and hands.
But it was a really great event - thank you to Moran for inviting me to attend it with her. Ideas I had while walking all bubbled up, demanding attention after the event.
People always say that living in a tent with someone must be the ultimate test for a relationship. I disagree - building IKEA furniture for 7hrs together will always be the real exam. We now have a bed on stilts.
I am starting a Masters by Research! It's two years looking at walking, photography, and the cultural landscape of Ireland. Induction is in two weeks, and I am both incredibly excited, nervous and relieved to have been accepted. To be perfectly honest, I'm still not entirely sure how I'm going to afford the fees, so in the next few days I might have a print/book sale.
It feels a little weird to admit this, but this seems like a good section of this post to write about it. For possibly the past 3 years I've kept myself purposefully ignorant of a photographers work. There wasn't anything malicious in my avoidance, it was purely a naive selfish fear.
I started incorporating walking into my practice while on Erasmus in third year of college. Then during the summer I walked the camino. Arriving back in Dublin to finish my degree, I showed my friends what I'd been working on while I was away. And there was one thing everyone told me: while I was away a photographer had been in to talk about his new work on walking and photography. He'd also made work in Spain. So I looked him up, saw two of his images and immediately stopped. I thought that if I looked at his work before really looking at my own I wouldn't be able to see mine without seeing his - and I was afraid that if I compared us, I would think his work was far better. Such a scared artist I was. And so I have avoided this other Irish photographer who also works with walking and the landscape for almost 3 years. Now, it's not like I'd see his book in a shop and frantically jump behind the nearest postcard stand. But I never engaged with his work. Until this conference.
I was sitting on the floor, staring in frustrated disbelief at the pages my printer was spitting out at me. How can it print something without black ink? Why does it have to do this now?! It's the night before a conference, and my whole body is still fighting me with flus and infections. I haven't yet really read the conference pack, and because staring at a screen had been hurting my eyes I thought that printing off the sheets would help me. But instead blank pages were being gently washed up against my sock. I sigh as I cancel the print project on my laptop. However, before the new command gets through to the tiny printer brain, the images at the end of the document are being painted onto my the cheap tesco paper, and they look so psychedelic without black ink that I don't know what's happening. I smile at the mess, and go to my inflatable bed, falling asleep reading the notes on my phone.
And so at the conference the next day I had the very surreal experience of listening to someone introduce and discuss their walking work that I had selfishly avoided. They went right from that first project 3 years ago, to now. It was a really amazing experience, and I'm glad it was such a surprise to me. I got to see all the similarities and differences in how, what and why we create. I think 3 years ago I would have seen the differences in our work as pit falls in mine, but seeing the development of their practice, and how things changed or didn't change through each project reminded me how fluid and ever-changing everyones work is, and how impossible it would be for our work to be the same. The fact that I am genuinely excited and like my own work and creative process right now probably helps.
And so here we are.
Most of my writing this year has been for a personal journal or for the tough soles blog. It's a little odd to remember what and how I usually write on my own site - going back and reading my old posts would be too easy. I'm hoping to use this space as a online visual research journal going forward.
In this post I've only talked about a handful of things I want to talk about, so just so future me doesn't forget:
I went to the Sugar Club and heard artists talk about their practice/how they've come to be successful. The one that really stuck with me was by Craig Oldham. I think he managed to give a talk about himself and his practice without it just being a slideshow of his life. He was the most eloquent in sharing how and what he learnt from mistakes, and how different choices affected him.
The Feminist Internet and Mariam Kauser of Wrk Wrk Wrk collective hosted a workshop in Rua Red as part of the Glitch digital arts festival. I'd like to learn how to think of questions during an event as opposed to just absorbing and then processing at home. The workshop group itself was very small, and so lead to interesting discussions as opposed to working on the exact tasks, which I think I benefitted from more.
The Arts Management Ireland site is a wonderful resource and I wish I'd known about it sooner.
The botanic gardens are always a good place to go to.


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This little piece of garbàge is circulating in Russian circles. My eyes were immediately drawn to the word "ingratitude". Oh, Mr. Soviet Bear, thank you so much for invading us, trying to destroy our will to live, killing all our Jews, and attempting to kill off our culture for 50 years.
(Translated from Russian by my Chrome browswer)
Patronage of Stalin over Poland and a short memory, and the ingratitude of the Poles
The new Polish history has a date – April 21, that the Poles are trying not to notice. It was April 21, 1945 the territory of Poland, thanks to the sole discretion I. V. Stalina has grown by one-third – at the expense confiscated from German Silesia and Pomerania.
Polish interim government established December 31, 1944 addressed to the Soviet Union with a proposal to compensate the Polish territorial losses incurred by the country after the accession to the Soviet Union of the Western Ukraine and Western Belarus. The increment of the Polish territory was to be at the expense of land, for centuries belonged to the neighboring Prussia – namely, Silesia and Pomerania. Stalin favorably reacted to the request of the Poles.
WTF? Gentle reader, please allow me to refresh your memory. The Soviet Union and Nazi Germany invaded Poland – to start World War II. Why Poland should be grateful to Russia for anything borders on insanity.
Perhaps the Bulgarians had it right.
"Your mother sucks bears in the forest" and "Your nose is like a Russian pussy".


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Transcript 20791
Uranium Issue : CIA Director's Statement
Howard, John
Period of Service: 11/03/1996 to 03/12/2007
Release Date: 12/07/2003
Release Type: Media Release
Transcript ID: 20791
The statement made today by the director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Mr George Tenet, makes the important point, that in its key document on Iraq's WMD programmes, a National Intelligence Estimate (NIE), the US intelligence community cited six reasons for the assessment that Iraq was reconstituting its nuclear weapons programme. The African uranium issue was not one of those six reasons.
The statement also mentions the absence of the uranium issue from an earlier CIA paper because, inter alia, "...it was not fundamental to the judgement that Iraq was reconstituting its nuclear weapons programme…"
These comments in the CIA director';s statement have put the African uranium issue into proper perspective. They support my claim that this issue has been blown out of all proportion.
It should also be noted again, that the reference made by me in my speech to parliament on the 4th February last to the African uranium issue quoted a judgement of the British Joint Intelligence Committee. The relevant British intelligence agencies continued to stand by that judgement. They rely on intelligence, which Australian agencies have not seen, separate from the documents declared by the International Atomic Energy Agency to have been forgeries.


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Cacao Crisps Breakfast Cereal
Active Time: 15 minutes / Cook Time: 40 minutes
Makes 4 servings (about 3 cups)
Nutrition Corner: Breakfast Cereals
Traditional breakfast cereals today are loaded with refined grains, sugars, preservatives, and impossible to pronounce ingredients. This homemade version contains real, nourishing, whole foods, free of toxins, that you can feel good about eating.
- ½ cup chia seeds
- 4 tablespoons hemp seeds
- 1tablespoon flaxmeal
- 3 tablespoons cacao nibs
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons very warm water
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- To serve (per serving) ¼ cup yogurt, handful of fresh berries
- Add dry ingredients to a large mixing bowl and mix until well incorporated.
- Add warm water, oil, vanilla, and maple syrup to a separate small bowl and whisk together.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix together until completely combined. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes, or until a gelatinous mixture to form. (Start on other prep for the week while you wait!)
- Preheat oven to 225 degrees F.
- Place a piece of parchment paper (about the same size as a small baking tray) on a work surface. Transfer your "dough" onto the paper and flatten with the back of a spoon. Use clean hands to flatten out the dough to ¼" thick. The dough can be molded into a rough circle shape or square, just make sure it can fit onto a baking tray.
- Transfer the parchment paper and dough to a baking tray.
- Bake for 20 minutes, carefully flip dough over (removing parchment paper) and continue baking another 20 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely. Use your hands or a sharp knife to break or cut cereal into mini squares. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
- To serve, enjoy just shy of ¾ cup cereal with ¼ cup yogurt and a small handful of fresh berries.


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Published on Dec 14, 2016
As the president & CEO of a non-profit, Teva Sienicki has experienced first-hand the devastating, cyclical nature of intergenerational poverty. In this inspiring talk, she argues that in order to end poverty once and for all, we need to treat the root causes of the problem, not just the symptoms. Teva is passionate about building equity and closing the achievement gap for low-income kids. She transformed Growing Home, which began as a small shelter, into an anti-poverty organization that serves over 4,600 families annually. Winner of the Livingston Fellowship, her approach emphasizes innovation, analysis, and teamwork. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx


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AT&T Flow Designer is a visual IoT application development environment that includes reusable components, drag & drop design capabilities, team collaboration, and cloud deployment that allows IoT developers to get to market faster and scale their solutions easily.
AT&T Flow Designer is a cloud-based fully managed IoT Application Development platform which provides enterprise grade scalable environment to design, build and deploy IoT solutions for any industry vertical. It provides support for nonstandard protocol translation, data processing and integrations to quickly scale prototype to large scale enterprise applications to gain insight into business.
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We connect millions of devices including smartphones, connected cars and asset management devices, to name a few. And we mobilize people's lives, from the time they wake up in the morning to the time they go to bed at night.
Our high-speed mobile network is a fundamental asset in achieving our mission to connect people with their world from virtually anywhere they live, work and play. And we offer a combination of premium entertainment options and unlimited wireless data plans on the nation's best data network³, something no one else can match.
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March: Paintings of the Month - "Patterns of Chaos" 4/13/12 6-9pm
OPENING NIGHT: FRIDAY, APRIL 13TH, 2012... Come join the staff of Braitman Studio Art School for this rare event!
The show will open on Monday, April 2nd and run until Friday, the 27th. Check Studio K's page for daily hours!
Showcasing the work of local Charlotte artists: Andy Braitman www.andybraitman.com Kelley Brugh www.kelleybrugh.com Allison Chambers www.allisonchambersart.com/ Charlotte Chavis www.charlottezweber.com/ Clark Hawgood www.clarkhawgood.com Michele Hoffman www.charlotteartleague.org/wp/classes/ JESS MOSS www.jpln.mysupadupa.com/ Nicholas Stewart www.nicholasmstewart.com
Get ready for a evening of Paint, Sculpture, Pattern and Chaos! We will be drinking, eating, art-ing and more!


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Loanhead Children's Day and Gala Week has been given a cash boost by Morrison Construction.
The contractor, which is building the new Loanhead community facilities, has donated £1,000 to the fundraising.
Ross Perfect, chairman at Loanhead Children's Sports & Gala Day Association, said: "We are so pleased that Morrison Construction has decided to back our latest gala week.
"It's always a special event that brings together the entire community.
"We can't thank Morrison enough for helping us make this one of Midlothian's best and most successful community festivals."
Phil Brickwood, project manager at Morrison Construction, added: "We are keen to help out charities in the areas in which we build and the gala week is a wonderful example of a true community initiative."
The Loanhead community facilities incorporates the existing leisure centre, a new primary school, after school and wrap around care, library, medical centre and early years provision.
The project is being carried out by Morrison Construction on behalf of Midlothain Council and NHS Lothian and is on schedule for completion this summer.


text: lennard 418 Posted May 31, 2012 Here's a few pics of what I and Topas are working on for IF. It's the Panzerfaust 60 which was the most common used version of the Panzerfaust family. It basicly an improved version of the Panzerfaust 30. Before the release of IF I noticed a Panzerfaust was not going to be included. I really felt it should be in so I started modelling. Now IF is released it showed that a Panzerfaust 30 is included though, so it will probably be based on that config be it modified ofcourse. The model is currently at Topas to be textured. But there's no release date set as modding isn't even enabled yet. Hope you like it! :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites


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Pepper, the interactive and social robot from Japan-based SoftBank might just be the friendliest robot since R2-D2. This friendly robot was designed as a companion for the home and has the ability to read emotions by analysing humans facial moments and tone of voice. The whole point of Pepper is to detect when you're feeling a little blue and then attempt to cheer you up and many have purchased him for their homes in Japan.
But now SoftBank has revealed during its WSJD Tech Conference in Laguna Beach, California that SoftBank partnered with a French firm and placed seven of these Robots around different retail locations in Paris.
The main focus is to entertain people and to test how they react to seeing a robot in a shop. It is the first time we are getting Pepper out of Japan, so we will see the reaction of users in France.
Pepper is geared up to be hitting the US market next year, so who knows? Maybe in the future you'll get a hug from a robot when you're feeling a little sad.


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The Peace Club of Dev Samaj College of Education organised a signature campaign against terrorism and to promote peace between India and Pakistan on Friday. The campaign,started by city-based NGO Yuvsatta,will last a month from January 9 to February 8.
Yuvsatta coordinator Parmod Sharma said the campaign will be launched in over 25 cities of India and 20 cities of Pakistan. The signatures collected will be submitted to the Prime Minister of India and the President of Pakistan.
Dr Jyoti Khanna,principal of the college,said the objective of the event was to facilitate assertion by the people of both the countries who want that the present crises should be resolved through dialogue,cooperation and appropriate actions by both the governments. Around 500 signatures were collected today in the college and organisers of the campaign hope to collect around 10,000 more in the city.
In her address,Madhvi Kataria,a PCS officer,appealed to the people and media of India and Pakistan to play a constructive role in this hour of crisis to strengthen positive attitudes for the resolution of all the outstanding problems and discourage escalation of conflict and adventurism that could jeopardise the peace and prosperity of both the countries.


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The Los Angeles Times is reporting that at least eight city officials from Bell, California, have been arrested today, with L.A. County District Attorney Steve Cooley set to announce criminal charges related to the officials inflating their salaries.
Some City Council members in the working class California community were allegedly pulling in $96,000 a year for part-time elected positions, amounting to 20 times the national average for similar positions. Former City Manager Robert Rizzo, who was reportedly among those arrested, banked nearly $800,000 a year. The DA expanded the probe in July to include allegations of voter fraud and possible conflicts of interest involving city businesses.A press conference today will reportedly detail the charges.
The council members allegedly built up their salaries by accruing stipends for serving on city commissions. Some of the commissions would reportedly hold meetings for just a few minutes a month, or in tandem with other meetings.
State Attorney General Jerry Brown, who in July subpoenaed documents from the city going back to 2003, filed a civil lawsuit last week against eight city officials, demanding that they step down from their positions and reimburse the city for the inflated pay.
Late Update: Los Angeles County District Attorney Steve Cooley announced charges against the eight officials who were arrested today, calling the inflated salaries "corruption on steroids." Rizzo was charged with 53 counts of misappropriation of public funds and conflict of interest.


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KUALA LUMPUR: Asia's first World Sufi Centre is set to be built here in Kuala Lumpur next year, in a bid to unite practitioners of Sufism around the world and to counter deviant and radical teachings.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the project had received a funding of USD1 million (RM4.28 million) from an anonymous philanthropist."All practitioners of Sufism are welcome to gather here with us. I understand that Sufis do not reject worldly affairs but are focused on worshipping God and the deepening of their relationship with God.
"I urge all Sufis to set aside whatever differences they have between themselves. We will use Kuala Lumpur to unify our thoughts so Muslim communities the world over could be united. We also want the world to do away with any negative perception, apprehension and prejudice against Islam and Muslims," he said at the closing ceremony of the International Conference of Ulama at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia here today.
Spearheaded by Pertubuhan Tarekat Muktabar Malaysia (Pertama), the centre would also become the host of the International Journal of Sufism.The three-day conference saw Malaysian and international clerics from 38 countries presenting their thoughts on the challenges of reviving Islamic civilization, posed by secularism, secularization, as well as radicalism and extremism.Present was Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Jamil Khir Baharom and Pertama president Datuk Ashari Ibrahim.
Zahid, who is also Home Minister, in his closing speech, urged Muslims to set aside their differences and stand up for Islam."Even though we adhere to different sects, we are guided by the same God and His holy book. The aim is to uphold world peace and not avoid disputes."Whether we follow the sect of Sunni or Shia, we must work together to uphold Islam from being belittled by others," he said.
Zahid also urged Muslims to denounce the atrocities committed by Israel against Palestinians in Jerusalem who had been oppressed by Zionist armed forces."We must band together with our minds and hearts to go against Israel's cruelty and stop the efforts to change Israel's capital from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem."We must recognise Palestine as an independent nation and let Palestinians themselves determine the direction their government will take," he said adding that there is no intention to become enemies with Jewish people but to condemn a regime which has rejected Islam and deprived Palestinians of their rights.
In an ad-lib remark, Zahid also reiterated his allegiance to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak and the latter's efforts in upholding moderate Islam."I am loyal to him (Najib) and I believe in his efforts to promote the concept of moderate Islam. I will make sure that it is translated in our system. I promise I will continuously assist him as his deputy," he added.
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In order to get more inspired, designers sometimes turn to other parts of the world – after all, it's always good to seek a new angle of seeing things in cultures we're used to looking at as role models. Other times, however, it's better to find new elements in countries we didn't know anything about. With all the new changes, Australia has become a place with so many booming designers who are trying to be bold and different. That's why there are lots of inspiring things you could embrace and incorporate into your home. If you're ready for new ideas, go through the most influential designs inspired by Australia's leading design trends.
Becoming one with nature
We all like having plants in our homes to remind us about nature and to create a cozy and healthy environment. Aussies just love taking things to a whole new level and letting the plants overpower their interiors.
You can do the same without feeling overcluttered or thinking that the plants will take the focus away from other parts of your living space. To make everything a bit more aesthetically pleasing, use different flower pots and decorate them in accordance with your own personal style. Plants are welcomed in all shapes and sizes and can be implemented into every part of your home.
The rise of the millennials
Just like everywhere else, millennials are changing the Australian interior design as well, and this can be seen in the color palette used in more and more homes. The main focus is on different shades of pink and bronze that can be applied not only to the furniture but to the walls as well.
Apart from that, vintage furniture has made a huge comeback in the past few years, and this is a trend many people enjoy, especially when it comes to their old furniture pieces. A DIY trend of giving a new purpose to old pieces is what makes Aussies quite occupied every single day. Everything from shabby-chic to romantic is more than welcome and can make any room quite special.
Garden tradition
Changeable climate has inspired Aussies to search for the best layout and designs in order to create the best outdoor space possible. Water conservation plays a major role in Australia, which is why there's a huge variety of drought-tolerant plants that are perfect if you want to play with colors and shapes.
To achieve this remarkable design, think about qualified services for landscape architecture in Sydney as this is something best left to the professionals. There's a strong influence of using native plants and creating a sustainable space, and that requires a lot of work and detailed planning.
The ultimate Australiana
This is a design pattern typical for Australia and it's taking the world by storm. The starting point for this trend is the color palette which consists of terracotta and red hues that give it a rich yet sophisticated look.
In addition to that, different shades of green are also the trademark of this trend, providing an even warmer and cozier feeling. The main focus is, however, on adding as many natural materials and elements as you can, making everything look soothing and calming. To achieve this look, play with textures and you'll get an organic flow throughout the house.
The minimalist design
The trend of minimalism is something many Australian interior designers really like to accentuate in their designs, and if done properly, this can really uplift the space. Spaces like these appear meticulously planned out, but the truth is that people realized they don't need a crazy amount of belongings.
This is why everyone is embracing the tiny house movement and the design that follows this change. Colors are key if you want to make your home seem bigger, so use lighter shades to really open up the space. Think about furniture that's multifunctional and can be incorporated into your new tiny home.
You can't go wrong with taking some inspirational ideas from Australia and using them in your home. The contrast between these ideas is what makes them a great choice for everyone, no matter where they live. The only thing left to do is start making plans and enjoying that Australian vibe in your home.


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Dorthy Alexander/Raymond Green - KS/MO
Looking for info on my Aunt & her family, Dorthy Mae Alexander, b. 2-26-1921 in Liberal, MO. - d. July 4, 1986. Dorthy is the daughter of Robert & Valentine Alexander. Moved to Pittsburg, KS as young girl with her family. Children of Dorthy & Raymond are: Joyce, Pamela, Larry L., Danny Ray, and Michael. I am the daughter of Dorthy's older brother, Melvin Lester Alexander. Would love to find family members & willing to share family info & pictures. I can be contacted at email@example.com - Looking forward to hearing from you someday, Sande (Alexander) Schartz


text: The beer selection at Stoddard's is always top-notch, with some of the world's weirdest and most wonderful brews on heavy rotation. But on Friday, June 22nd, they're going all the way to the dark side with the Night of the Funk After Party, a whole evening dedicated to the funkiest beers money can buy. The bar team will be tapping sour, wild, and weird kegs from the likes of Brouwerij Boon, Upland Brewing Co., The Lost Abbey, and Barrel of Monks Brewing. There's no cover—just pay as you pucker—and this is clearly a 21+ event. Register here for your share of the funky fun.


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I think few people give thought to the fact that pastor's wives are pew widows each Sunday. What everyone else in church takes for granted, sitting with your spouse and family, is something that the pastor and his family cannot do. There is a certain comfort and benefit of sitting with your family.Read More
The Power of Truth
As Christians we commit ourselves to the truth of God's word—we profess to worship and believe in the truth incarnate, Jesus Christ, and we devote ourselves to the study of God's written truth, namely, his word. We regularly seek the truth of God's word each and every Lord's Day as we go to church and draw near to Christ through the means of grace—word, sacrament, and prayer. We walk away from a worship service and give thanks to God when one of his faithful ministers heralds the truth and preaches the gospel of grace. But as dedicated as we are to knowing and living the truth, many of us fear it.Read More
Isaiah's Job
Preachers often give thought to the question of how they will get the message of the gospel out to people who need to hear it. The church is, after all, supposed to evangelize the nations. While preachers are ready to preach God's word, there is the practical question of what means he will use beyond standing in the pulpit and speaking. Should a church advertise? Send out e-mail blasts? Broadcast radio messages? Encourage people to invite their friends to church? There is a myriad of ways that a church can get the word out. Regardless of what methods a pastor chooses, there is an important principle to remember: never seek to appeal to the masses. This may seem counterintuitive. But in truth, preachers and churches must remember that their calling is to address the remnant.Read More


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Baptism (or Christening) is how we formally welcome both children and adults into the life of the church. In baptism we thank God for the gift of life and acknowledge his love. As a parent, when you bring your child to baptism, you start your child on a journey of faith and in recognising God's gift you commit yourself, with the church, to sharing this journey with your child. It is therefore a significant thing for you and your family and you will want to think carefully about it. We as a church will commit ourselves to you too and we will continue to offer you and your family the spiritual and community support you and your family need.
Baptism gives children the right to receive Holy Communion and we offer this to all baptised children as soon as they are old enough to appreciate something of its significance, usually at the age of 7.
We strongly encourage families to take their pre-school children to "Little Saints" on Thursdays as a way of helping their children into church life and as a way of fulfilling the promises that they have made on their children's behalf.
If the commitment of Baptism isn't what you desire, we also offer a service of "Thanksgiving for the Birth of a Child" which celebrates your child but without the need to make a commitment of faith.
If you would like to enquire about a baptism or thanksgiving, call the Rector (01275 873257) and arrange an appointment to talk this through. Either way we will help you celebrate your good news!
Your child's baptism will normally take place during the main Sunday service (usually in the morning) or we can also offer a "private baptism" with just you and your family and friends present.
Confirmation is offered by the diocese to adults or young people who have been baptised and who have come to an independent faith. It is usual for young people to be at least 13 before this is appropriate and frequently it is adults who come for confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
Q What is the difference between a baptism and a christening?
A None, they are just different words for the same thing.
Q Can we have a private service of baptism?
A Baptisms usually take place in the church's main service, because they are a public declaration that your child has become part of the church family. It is important that the church congregation is there to support you and welcome your child. However, if personal circumstances make this difficult, talk to the clergy.
Q What is the right age for baptism?
A Baptism can happen at any age. What matters is that those concerned believe it is right to ask for baptism. Teenagers and adults may also be baptised. This is celebrated with confirmation by the Bishop. You can only be baptised once, but there are ways of renewing your commitment publicly as an adult – the clergy will be able to advise.
Q I'm not a regular churchgoer. Can I still have my child baptised?
A Yes. The church believes that God's love is available to all, regardless of their background. One of our Clergy can talk you through the options: you may prefer to have a thanksgiving service first and then consider baptism when you have had time to talk through what is being asked of you. You may also wish to find out more about the Christian faith and what joining the Church involved before you make a decision about baptism. Again, our Clergy can give you guidance.
Q What does it cost?
A The Baptism service is free. There may be a small charge for a certificate or an administration fee. Please ask our Clergy.
Q What is a godparent?
A Godparents make the same promises on behalf of the child being baptised as parents. Godparents promise to pray and support the child and to help the parents to bring up the child in the Christian faith. It is an important and responsible role.
Q How many godparents should I have?
A You should have at least three: two of the same sex as the child and one of the opposite sex. Parents can also be godparents.
Q Who should I choose to be a godparent?
A Godparents can be family members or friends. However, it is important that you choose people who will take an interest in your child's spiritual welfare and who will pray for you and your child. They should be baptised themselves. Ask our Clergy for advice.


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THE HUSBAND LIST 2012 by Janet Evanovich and Dorien Kelly
Set in the gilded age heiress Caroline Maxwell is being groomed to marry an English titled aristocrat only her heart is set on Jack Culhane. Although the story set up begins slow it picks up pace and runs to the ending. Caroline and Jack first deny their feelings. Jack is a confirmed bachelor but when they admit their love, they see no future with her mother's unwavering plans to see her wed to Bremerton, a man in need of a fortune but a heart as cold as ice. When her mother leaves her alone in Bremerton's ravished estate and, she discovers he most likely murdered his first wife, who had lied about having a fortune, she takes matters in her own hands. The story has colorful characters like the heiress chasing Jack; the maids and governesses helping Caroline; and Caroline's family, reminiscent of Elizabeth Bennett's.


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During this past week I overheard several stories of abuse especially, in light of the recent death of a female by her spouse here in Barbados and the discovery of females who had been kidnapped for many years, in a home in Cleveland, Ohio.
When I first heard of the events, my neighbour started to regale me with stories of a couple who she overhears "cussing" each other almost every weekend. According to her, the lady runs into the road ever so often, while speaking in angry loud tones and sometimes appears to be crying.
My neighbour is most concerned and cannot understand why the lady would not leave the relationship. She also added that at times she would see them all "lovey dovey" and sweet yet at other times the relationship appears so volatile.
She is not alone in thinking this way and I may add here, several people in the US also wondered why the kidnapped victims did not escape their abuser a long time ago. Although the kidnapped victims may not be considered their abuser's spouse in the normal sense of the word to some extent, I believe that the cycle of abuse proposed by Walker as cited in Wrightsman (2001) can be applied.
So the article this week is about the cycle of abuse.
Some researchers associate the erratic changes in behaviour of an abusive spouse to that of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. This description seems to aptly describe the personality of the ones in the opening vignette. Let me explain, research has revealed that men are often loving, nurturing, giving and attentive to a woman's needs early in their relationship. This behaviour is often displayed during courtship and at times during the early days/months of marriage. I will now summarise the phases as discussed in Wrightsman (2001):
Tension building phase:
During this phase, it is not long before tension begins to build where the wife/spouse is at the receiving end of much criticism and bickering about little things. For instance the soup that he loved so much before is now tasteless or the dress that was once so appealing is now disgusting.
During this phase the relationship begins to show signs of strain and minor forms of physical abuse may ensue. For instance, sudden pushing, pinching and shoving out of the way may take place, the abusive spouse may start to find all kinds of fault with relatives and friends of the spouse in an effort to isolate the victim.
Acute battering phase:
Next comes the acute phase where the abuser explodes into what may appear to be uncontrollable anger and rage. The abusive spouse may throw objects and destroy the personal property of the abused. Generally the abused spouse/individual may suffer injuries both physical as well as psychological very often for the first time.
In most cases the spouse may believe that they are too involved to break-up the relationship. This is because she/he may now be married with children and other responsibilities or they may be reflecting on the good times they used to have.
Some women may even console themselves with the belief that he will change if only they can do the right thing. The abused may start to blame themselves for the abuse and may be trying really hard to do the right things to keep him/her calm.
The contrite phase
This usually comes about after the spouse is hurt (physically) and perhaps when relatives and friends are advising her /him to leave the relationship. During this phase the abuser may promise that it will never happen again. He/she may provide gifts that are reminiscent of the good old times.
The abused may then begin to believe that this is the change they were waiting for and that the situation will never recur. Eventually, this phase will pass and the cycle will start all over again.
According to research, most battered women focus almost all their energies on trying to survive within the relationship rather than exploring other options as a means of escape. This perception probably provides some justification for why they would not try to leave or escape the relationship until perhaps too late (Blackman as cited in Wrightsman, 2001).
According to Blackman (cited in Wrightsman, 2001), several women develop a tolerance for what he terms "cognitive inconsistency" where they articulate two conflicting ideas at the same time. For instance, an abused woman may say something like "my spouse likes me a lot and hits me because he loves me".
On the other hand, she may report to authorities that he only beats her when he is drunk or high, yet would describe several situations when he was abusive and yet was not drunk or high. Blackman goes on to explain that these inconsistencies explains the psychologically confused state of a battered woman where the spouse "who supposedly loves her also wants to hurt her" (Wrightsman, 2001, pp. 245). In this case Blackman made reference to women but I am sure it could also refer to men.
One must note here that not all battered women/men react in the same manner. Some battered individuals may react violently, especially if they perceive that their children will be harmed. Yet others may seek refuge with close friends and relatives, all the while fearful of the reprisal they will eventually receive for running away.
However, these situations are not specific to every circumstance but are mainly the most common set of characteristics. So before we judge a woman/man because he/she is being abused please consider the psychological implications as well as the personality of the individual.
Not all women/men will readily admit that they suffer abuse at the hands of their spouse. Actually most abused individuals can "have a constructive … effective work style outside of the home" where they will show no signs that such events are taking place at home.
Such individuals may have occupations such as a judge, manager, doctor, lawyer or any other profession. So take care how you judge, and I will close with a line from Rihanna's song Stay — "Funny, you are the broken one, but I am the only one who needed saving." Until next time…
* Daren Greaves is a Management & Organisational Psychology Consultant at Dwensa Incorporated. e-mail: [email protected], Phone: (246) 436-4215


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Plastic bag use plummets with fees, report finds
NEW YORK (FOX 5 NY) - A new report claims that shoppers on Long Island are using more than a billion fewer plastic bags due to a fee to use them went into effect a year ago.
In 2018, stores in Suffolk County were required to start charging customers five cents for each plastic or paper bag. The purpose was to encourage shoppers to use their own reusable bags and ultimately reduce waste.
"Plastic and paper use in stores has seen an eighty-percent reduction, forty-one perfect less bag litter is also being found on our beaches," said Dr. William Spencer.
A recycling report was released Thursday. plummeted the carryout bag law. The findings show that people are becoming more aware of how they shop.
In 2017, five percent of the public brought their own bag to the grocery store. Last year it was 26 percent. In 2017, 71 percent of the public used plastic bags, last year only 28 percent used them.
"Suffolk County is now using 1.1 billion less plastic bags each year," said Adrienne Esposito, Executive Director of Citizens Campaign for the Environment.
Statewide, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo proposed banning plastic bags in this year's budget. The plan is still being negotiated with lawmakers and could be decided on by April 1.


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Home brewing coffee can be a hassle, but is well worth it. The equipment you require for home brewing good coffee can be complicated. There are many coffee brewing appliances that you can choose from. This article can help you find an easier way.
Store coffee inside of an airtight container. If the beans are exposed to too much air, they will go stale and your coffee will taste terrible. Steer clear of valved bags, because they lose their air-tight quality once the seal is compromised. The valves are only intended to let the air out while the beans are cooling.
Do not reheat coffee after you are finished with it. Contrary to some old wives' tales, reheating it will not produce any harmful chemicals. Coffee that is old or has been reheated may end up losing it's original composition, resulting in decreased flavor. The longer coffee is heated after it is brewed, the more bitter it will taste.
There are lots of different coffee types to choose from. People have different ideas about what makes a great cup of coffee. Some enjoy a richer, fuller taste from dark roasted beans, and others like a mild flavor. Flavored coffees, such as hazelnut and raspberry, are abundant as well. Flavored creamers are another way to add a little interest to the flavor of coffee.
If you refrigerate your coffee, be sure the container is airtight. If the container the coffee is kept in is not sufficiently air tight, odors can be absorbed by the coffee. Your coffee can reap moisture if it is stored in the wrong container for an extended period of time.
The coffee is a big part of the flavor that you get out of your brew. Look around at stores in your area. It is likely that you will be able to locate freshly roasted beans. Try buying good coffee over the Internet. This may cost a bit more, but you are sure to spend less than you would by frequenting cafes.
Freshly roasted beans make the best coffee. When purchasing whole beans, ensure you're checking the expiration date. Also, determine when the beans were roasted. The best place to buy beans is a specialty store, rather than a common grocery store.
Flavors can easily be accomplished with additions after the coffee has brewed. You won't mess up your machine by contaminating it with strange flavors this way. You can also give your visitors the kind of coffee they want. Adding the flavors before the milk will help them dissolve.
Iced Coffee
Iced coffee isn't as simply as making hot coffee and then adding ice. This will create a very watered down version of coffee. A better way to make iced coffee is to freeze coffee as you would ice cubes and use those instead. Once they're frozen, take out the ice trays and let them melt.
If you drink coffee that does not have added cream, sugar or syrup, your coffee can actually assist you in burning off calories. However, by drinking coffee with excess sugar, then the fat-burning properties will just be cancelled out. Switching to black coffee or using raw sugar can help to keep the calories down while enjoying your morning coffee.
Do you want sweet coffee, but don't want to use sugar? Think about warm milk in your cup of coffee. Warmed milk has natural sugars and sweetness and can replace cream as well. It is also better for you than using sugar and creamer.
If supermarket coffee isn't living up to your expectations, you may want to start looking elsewhere. Sometimes, your market may not have the highest quality coffee beans. If you buy from a specialty shop, the beans are more likely to be fresh.
Charcoal Filtered
Make your coffee with charcoal filtered water. It is easy to buy charcoal filters made for your kitchen faucet. Alternatively, you can use a coffee maker with a built-in filter. Another option is to purchase water that is charcoal filtered at your supermarket.
If you have trouble sleeping at night, cut off your coffee drinking before 3PM. Though coffee is surely a tasty addition to your daily routine, its caffeine content can pose a problem for some. Try not to consume any coffee after 3 in the afternoon if you want to sleep well at night.
If you want a cool iced coffee, try keeping your favorite French press in the refrigerator. This will chill down the machine for hours prior to using it in the morning. When used in conjunction with chilled water, you will benefit from a delightful taste.
Make sure that the water you are using to brew your coffee gets between 195° and 205°. Standard coffee makers that are purchased in a store do not heat to that high of a temperature. Heat the water before making coffee. Buying a French press can be a good investment.
Add different things in your coffee to try out new flavors. Dairy products such as milk and creamer can add a sweet taste to the coffee. If you're after something a bit more interesting, soy milk or flavored milk could be just what you are looking for. Use syrup in your coffee.
How long you brew your coffee will impact the final flavor. Coffee should brew for 4-5 minutes in order to provide a full-flavored brew. If you brew too quickly it will not be strong enough, but if you do it too long it will be too strong.
Never grind your coffee before you plan to use it. As time passes, ground coffee will begin to lose flavor. Using a good grinder with a sharp blade is really ideal. It will grind the beans into a texture that is not too fine, which prevents the brew from becoming overly bitter.
Making coffee ought to be enjoyable, but a lot of that is dampened from equipment which is needed to make it. Coffee making equpiment cam be very confusing to use but this does not have to be the case. The tips in the following article will bring the fun back into brewing coffee.


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Lavon, Texas
Weather Conditions; Cloudy, 68 degrees
We've been busy. The park opened April 1st.
Prior to the park opening, we moved our fiver back across the street to our last summer site.
We're out of practice. When we're on the road traveling we can load up and be on the road in no time. After sitting for a while it takes longer to get everything situated and hooked up.
We did get moved and set-up. We also painted the storage buildings and mowed the gate attendant sites.
We've had so much rain since the first of the year that the grass and weeds have taken off.
The blue bonnets are beautiful!
Matter of fact, it has rained so much that the lake has gone from half full to a few feet low.
The boat ramp at our park is now open and the campers are pouring in.
We're predicting our last season here will be a busy one!
Dawn has pulled her atlas out and is already planning our path out of here this fall. While Dawn does that, Odis is checking Google for 5 star Doggie Parks
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Spring has Sprung!
What a beautiful early Spring day on Peaks Island. The forsythia are just entering full bloom, the grass is greening up by the minute and the bikes----many bikes----too many bikes have descended on us.
This was a school vacation week and all week long day trippers have been arriving on each boat with young people in tow pushing their bikes off the boat onto the Island in search of something to do. It's been a week which has kind of kicked off spring training for the Islanders for the full force of "silly season". While it's not here yet, you can absolutely sense it in the air. Many people buzzing around the Bay Lines trying to figure out how many tickets to buy, where to get on the boat, what to see on Peaks and above all else how do I get back and when????? The questions seem endless, pointless and often senseless but on they flow.
Yet, today coming home on the 2:15 boat there was a wonderful man with a slightly southern accent with two obvious grandkids riding with him. Two beautiful girls about the age of 7 and 4 were taking their very first boat ride on the ocean. It turns out they were all from West Virginia and it was the first time any of them had ever seen an ocean. I'm not sure who's nose was pressed more closely against the window but none of them missed anything; especially the landing. They were all duly impressed with the throwing of the lines to tie up the boat. I last saw them strolling up Welch Street with their heads on swivels taking everything in. I sure hope they enjoyed their walk around Peaks Island "downfront" as much as I enjoyed watching them. Happy Spring everyone.


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Next week is the three year anniversary of when I made my list of dreams. As I reflect back on everything that has happened I'm in awe of how my life has changed. In three years time, I've lived in Florence, experienced true gluttony, lust, and joy. I've met an incredible group of friends that I'm grateful for every day. I've gotten to skate in a National skating competition, found the skating coach of my dreams, and learned how to give my heart to everything I do. I've attended private parties in Napa, learned to salsa dance, ridden the world's tallest roller coaster, and soared over the world in a hot air balloon. I've flown like a bird on a hang glider, met strangers who invited me into their home so I could make my dream of seeing Vancouver come true. I've seen plays in London and had a friend spoil me rotten by making my dream of seeing Beauty and The Beast come true. I bought my home outright, was given amazing bedding, bought a diamond ring for myself, and a new car. I've traveled around the world, learned more about myself than I could've imagined, slept in a palace, and have fallen in love with the world, myself, and life. I've learned photography and created a website so that I will have a diary of all that has happened. By sharing my journey, I've been able to inspire others to go after their own dreams. Not bad for three years. In that time, I've also had to deal with hardships: relationship ups and downs; a ruptured Achille's tendon that took surgery and seven months of painful therapy to heal; the death of my grandfather who was like a father to me; my family being torn apart and put back together; ridicule for what I'm doing; fear that I shouldn't be going after all my dreams and that I'm ruining my future life; and the fear that I won't be able to accomplish the rest of my dreams.
In this past year, I've spent hours working on this website and building its content uncertain why I'm sharing this journey with the world. I've thought about going back to speaking and realized that it wasn't what I desired. I was given the opportunity to start a new business and became a partner. I've worked incredibly hard on my fiction novel trying to accomplish my dream of becoming a published fiction writer.
There are many things I've learned along the way. The dreams that mean the most have nothing to do with material items; those things can be lost, stolen, destroyed, or damaged. The dreams that change me inside and make me realize how incredible life is really meant to be are the ones that I cherish the most.
If there is one gift that this journey has given me it's that I've learned I'm so much more than I believed I could be, and that no matter what pain or loss or even fear comes into my life, I'm strong enough to handle it. If I continue to focus on what I really want out of life, if I settle for nothing less than magnificence, than life will give me more than I could've hoped for and it will come in ways that blow my mind.
If you haven't already made a list of dreams, I implore you to do so. Your life will never be the same. Here's to another year of magic! Happy Anniversary to me.


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Gotta love Loveland, where, in the race to claim earliest opening day honors in North America yet again, they've already got snowmaking crews on the mountain. After getting hit with a bit of the real deal yesterday, Loveland's snowmaking crews went to work under the full moon last night, which means opening day is any day now: Last year we were on the slopes at Loveland on October 7. We'll keep you posted.
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I want to assign public static IP to a device which will be connected to the Router & then accessed through another network having public static IP. How should i proceed.
Simple enough, manually assign the IP to the device.
Oh wait, that doesn't help much does it.
That's likely because you didn't supply any pertinent details.
Try again, only this time you may want to consider putting in the make/model of the device of which you're speaking.
It matters not how straight the gate,
How charged with punishments the scroll,
I am the master of my fate;
I am the captain of my soul.
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