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Tibisay's research focuses on the analysis of the body of norms governing energy activities at the international level with a view to identifying emerging principles of energy law.
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Solo singing star and former Take That member Robbie Williams is coming to Cardiff as part of a summer stadium tour.
He is performing at Cardiff's Principality Stadium on Wednesday, June 21, 2017.
Tickets for the gig go on sale on Friday November 11 at 10am. The prices of the tickets range from £65-£99 plus fees.
Members of Robbie's mailing list can ahead of the queue in the RobbieWilliams.com pre-sale, which takes place from 10am on Wednesday, November 9.
If you haven't done already, you'll need to sign up on his website here .
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Today, we attended one of Samuel's classmate's 6th Birthday Party at Jungle Gym. It was a day filled with fun for all the children including Samuel and Jesse.
They were running all over the place, throwing balls, playing with the air canon, climbing, jumping, etc...
We were there from 12.30pm till 2.30pm and Jesse still was not satisfied and wanted to play longer. When we reached home, it was about 3.00pm (way passed Jesse's afternoon nap time)
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Seacoast United Boston also utilizes one of the premier soccer complexes in the country at Massachusetts Youth Soccer Fields at Progin Park. The complex includes 11 natural grass and 5 all-weather Field Turf synthetic turf fields. Each field meets FIFA international regulation guidelines in size (110 yds x 75 yds). The natural grass fields are Kentucky Blue Grass and each field is maintained at the highest level.
The complex sits on 130 acres near the intersection of Routes 2 and 70 in Lancaster, MA.
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The Rutland County Pub map is aimed at making it easier for you to find your way around the 'County's drinking holes'. Hopefully it will help you find places you aren't too familiar with and encourage you to visit.
Rutland is a great County with lots of things to do, so why not take in the sights, stop off for some lunch or sample some of the fine ales.
If you enjoy the great outdoors, Rutland County has plenty to offer you. Discover it for yourself on foot, by bike or by car.
You won't be disappointed.
Below are other pub map locations you might be interested in.
< UK Pub Maps main website
It is FREE to download the map however we welcome donations.
NOTE: CAMRA are not part of any commercial venture and do not necessarily recommend all of the pubs featured on this website.


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Brazil was Olam's first country of operation in Latin America, starting with our cashew trading business in 2002. We then expanded into coffee, cotton as well as cocoa, grains, spices and vegetable ingredients, and risk management solutions. Headquartered in São Paulo, we are supported by over 900 dedicated employees across the country.
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Our products in Brazil
As a top 3 exporter, our Brazil coffee operations are spread across 16 locations with our main office in Santos. We are an important supplier of local roast, ground coffee and soluble coffee to international customers including the USA, Europe, Middle East and Japan.
At our fully integrated Milano coffee plantation in Western Bahia, we produce premium Arabica coffee to high sustainability standards, and the plantation is CAS – 4C Code of Conduct compliant, as well as certified by Rainforest Alliance and UTZ. In addition, we procure large volumes of differentiated and certified coffees from growers, working closely with agri-input companies to help deliver a quality service to the farmers.
Specialty coffee
Our coffee portfolio also has a specialty coffee division in Santos to serve this niche but growing sector. We have a Q certified lab, recognised as a 'SAC Premier Training Campus' by SCAA (Specialty Coffee Association of America).
We have established a strong presence across the cotton value chain, serving both domestic and international markets. We are present in all major cotton producing areas, trade with more than local 300 growers and cater to Brazil's top textile mills. Our cotton is exported to more than 10 destinations spanning across Asia and Europe.
Brazil is a major producer of cocoa, and we have operations spread across Ilhéus, Itabuna and Altamira. We offer a wide variety of cocoa products including cocoa butter, cocoa liqueur and cocoa powder. An acclaimed cocoa powder brand within the Latin American food ingredients industry is Joanes. In November 2016, we marked its 70th anniversary, unveiling a Product Development and Innovation (PDI) centre at the Ilhéus processing facility where customers across South America can experience first-hand the opportunities for collaborative new product development, proof of concept, and existing application recipe refinement.
Risk Management Solutions: (RMS)
Leveraging our deep expertise and experience in the Brazilian agri-business sector, and our strategic network of operations in the region, we began to offer Risk Management Solutions (RMS) to customers in 2014. We provide an array of customised solutions to manage trading risks for producers, food processors, sugar millers, merchants, and animal feed manufacturers in Brazil. Together with our supply chain offerings, we provide 'one-stop solutions' for our clients.
We set up our grains division in 2016 and have quickly scaled our operations. Besides exporting corn and wheat, we source grains for our wide range of customers, which include Middle East and Africa processors as well as other trading houses.
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One of the largest importers of spices and vegetable ingredients into Brazil, Olam imports directly from other Olam SVI originating countries in America, Egypt, India and China. Our range of spices extends across paprika, chilli, turmeric, garlic, cumin and dehydrated vegetables such as onion and garlic. Most recently, we have developed a pepper plantation in Bahia State with planting starting for this most delicate of crops in March 2017.
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All of our procurement in Brazil comes under the Olam Supplier Code, which provides a comprehensive set of conditions to support Olam's goal to purchase raw materials and products that are produced in a manner that is socially responsible, economically profitable and environmentally sustainable. We are also working with cocoa and coffee smallholders to improve yields and incomes, aiming to bring 2,000 farmers under the Olam Livelihood Charter.
Our employees are actively initiating and participating in community programmes focused on promoting child welfare, education and health. And we have joined various industry bodies to further the cause for sustainable economic development, such as CECAFE (Coffee) and AIPC Cocoa Processors Association (AIPC).
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Eating right can definitely ease the various discomforts of menopause including hot flashes, bloating and mood swings. The menopause diet is all about achieving a balance by eating certain types of food while foregoing others. The right balance can alleviate most symptoms and make the individual simply feel better.
Fruits such as melons and citrus are highly recommended; they are high in potassium and balance sodium and water retention. People should also include dried fruit like apricots and figs. Vegetables including yams, collard greens, and broccoli may also make menopause more pleasant. Soy products, seaweed, and oily fish like tuna and salmon are some other beneficial foods that can help make this diet successful. For a complete chart, people should consult a physician.
The lack of fattening foods and complex carbs is obvious. Like many diets, people are encouraged to minimize the consumption of such foods and food groups. Doing so will provide your body with a more chemically appealing balance and, hopefully, alleviate some of the symptoms typically associated with menopause.


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Take me to A Place I Love: The Moorings Village in Islamorada, Florida Keys
The other day I was browsing Conde Naste Traveler pretending I didn't have a pile of laundry to fold and a child wrestling a baby next to me, when I stumbled upon The Moorings Village Resort in Islamorada, Florida. It's located halfway between Miami and Key West, and y'all, I think I need to go there. Need is a strong word, but the right word in this case. It looks heavenly! It also looks family friendly. Young family friendly. Our family can't do much with a 3 year-old and a baby, and this definitely looks like the kind of place anyone could be happy "not doing much." (Although it looks as if there is a lot to do for those who can't sit still or hate relaxing *cough*myhusband.)
The former coconut plantation has a private white-sand beach and 18 adorable one to three bedroom cottages with kitchens and porches and hardwood floors. It's pretty much all one needs in life. This will be a family vacation we take one day for sure. Has anybody been there?
Do any of y'all have other places you love to go on family vacations? I'd love to know!
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The Moorings is just as amazing as you have imagined! I stayed there in the late 90's while working on a photoshoot for Gottex swimwear. Heaven on earth!ReplyDelete
How wonderful Jennifer I am ready! San Diego is a favorite because I still have many friends there!ReplyDelete
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Love Islamorada, and it's only a 1.5 hour drive from Miami!! My husband is actually in Key Largo on business today... so jealous!!ReplyDelete
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Rated 5 out of 5 by Mommawhit87 from Blotting papers Classic, make up "tool". Ive been using these since it had the white packaging with the female face on the cover. Perfect for oily skin/spots. My skin gets oily throughout the day in my t-zone, especially in these hot,summer months.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by JJ84 from Works well I have very oily skin. It's so annoying. Went to an e.l.f cosmetic store and these were suggested. I've tried just about everything short of a dermatologist. These sheets absorb more then a tissue. I like the compact kit it comes in. Will continue to use these.
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Rated 1 out of 5 by Ollie1981 from Not Brown Girl Friendly I couldn't find the normal blotting sheets at Elf they only had these. The powder can leave white residue on your skin if you are darker. I can only use it on really oily areas of my face not to look ashy. It also takes a long time to absorb, once I was ashy for a full 6 hours after i used the blotting paper. Cool concept but make them in various skintones. Or at least 3, beige, tan and brown.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by westies2010 from amazing blotting papers! wow!! these are high-quality and so great for their inexpensive price!! i sometimes get oily skin, specifically around my nose, but using one of these always does the trick. the papers mattify my skin and the oil is quickly gone! no need to rub the skin harshly; gentle blotting does the trick. i'm extremely pleased at how well these blotting papers work for the price, especially because i was using basically the same thing at seven times this price. if you have oily skin, buy these - you will not regret it.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by cma4421 from Love THESE I go to a lot of concerts and during each set because of temperature, my face gets so Dewy. These fit in your purse and are just so handy. I used the whole pack, sharing with friends at the concert. They were everyones favorite ones as well, they said the best theyve ever used!!
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Rated 3 out of 5 by mgja from Not a fan I have been using their regular blotting papers that cost $1 for years now. I felt like this would be better because it has a aplicator and mirror but it is not worth the $5 for me. The case is plastic and cheap like those little cotton swab containers. The blotting papers in this are half the size of the regular $1 ones. Not worth it. I changed the little elf paper on front to more fun colors. Not a fan but I will keep on using it.
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Rated 4 out of 5 by librarirun from Love these blotting papers! These are my go-to drugstore blotting papers - they don't have mineral oil in them, instead you get kaloin (clay) and talc - which are both excellent at oil absorption. I use 2 for my whole face and my makeup looks flawless! Only thing I wish - please consider making these a bit bigger, like double their size. It would be awesome to be able to use a big sheet for your whole face. As of right now, I usually need 2 (both sides) to do the job, so a 2x larger sheet would be awesome!
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If you are referring to the same blotting sheets that come with this item, I haven't been able to find them. I don't think they have refills for this item. They do sell blotting sheets besides these, but they are not the same. Different texture and size. They won't fit in this case. Elf needs to make a refill pack!
Date published: 2018-02-03
What store in Connecticut sells #86012 Mattifying Blotting paper w/ sponges and applicator $5.00
I found my blotting papers at my local Target.
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Why can't I find these in any drug stores? On the spot blot was on the Wendy Williams show but I have been to at least 20 stores and nobody has it or can order it!!!
I found them in Target, or just order them online
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Does this have a mirror inside? I can't tell from the picture.
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Are the elf oil blotting papers able to be used to re-fill these compacts?
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5 Things to Know About Florida Short Sales in 2012 for Sellers and Buyers of Florida Homes
Posted By Larry Tolchinsky on January 12, 2012
Last Update: 02/24/16
In Florida, short sales are growing in popularity now that lenders realize the expense and difficulty of dealing with a foreclosed home, and because so many other homes are at risk for foreclosure their is a likelihood that the inventory will continue to grow. Also, banks rather have a home sold by short sale than implementing the formal foreclosure process because of the expense of litigation and the amount of time it takes prosecute a foreclosure in Florida. For details on how 2012 may become known as the year of the Short Sale, check out our earlier post, "Should You Short Sale Your Home in 2012."
As a South Florida real estate lawyer with a history of dealing with distressed property, as well as representing sellers and buyers in ordinary real estate closings, here are a few tips and bits of information that may be helpful to anyone pondering a short sale:
1. Does the bank have a right of first refusal on any short sale?
No. The lender must approve the transaction to the extent that it is releasing its rights for an amount that is less than what is due. However, that okay from the bank is a precondition to the sale going through, it is not a contractual right like a "right of first refusal." In most real estate transactions, a right like that is usually held by other potential buyers who have the right to come in and buy the property if he or she can meet the terms offered by a third party. For example, a family homestead may have the children holding rights of first refusal before the home can be sold to a stranger.
2. Are listing agreements with a real estate broker different in a short sale?
They can and should be. Real estate brokers do not have blanket contracts; each realtor will have its own paperwork, and within it, they may have different terms depending upon the situation. Since everyone is making less money on a short sale, some Florida realtors may choose to have a contract term in their deal: for example, the listing agreement may state that once a purchase contract has been signed by a seller and a buyer the realtor's job is done and they have earned their commission. They have no duty to bring any additional offers to the buyer. No waiting to make sure the lender okays the deal. A term like that isn't friendly to a seller who is trying to negotiate a deficiency waiver with their bank.
3. Can you present an unsigned offer to the lender for approval of the short sale before you sign onto the deal as the seller?
Maybe. Some, very few, banks will let sellers know if they will agree to the short sale's terms (i.e., PRICE) without a formal purchase contract but most lenders will require a contract before they get involved. Your Florida short sale attorney will know the reputation of the lender as well as their quirks, and be able to let you know what your bank will tend to do.
4. Can you short sale your Florida home even though you are current on your mortgage payments?
Yes. It's possible to short sale a Florida home with an underwater mortgage even though you haven't missed a single mortgage payment. The key is whether or not the lender is going to be amenable to it. Why should the bank go for a short sale on a mortgage that is paid every month? If your Florida attorney can negotiate with the lender, getting them to understand that they will be facing the expense of foreclosure in the future if they don't go with the short sale option, then a short sale may be possible even though you are current on your mortgage.
5. What are the tax implications of a short sale?
Right now, a successful Florida short sale includes getting the bank to forego the deficiency and release its right to sue the home owner for the amount left on the note after the house is sold (the "deficiency lawsuit"). That amount is not taxed as income by the federal government if certain requirements are met.
However, as of December 31, 2012, that ends. Starting in 2013, any amount forgiven by the bank will be considered as taxable income under the federal tax laws. Something to consider especially if you are on the fence and are thinking about a short sale.
A good piece of advice when you and your family are purchasing or selling your family home in one of the biggest transactions of your life is to at least talk with a Florida real estate lawyer. Getting someone to review all of the paperwork including the all important promissory note, isn't as costly as most of us think it is. And it's always a lot cheaper than paying to fix a problem after a closing occurs. Most real estate lawyers, like Larry Tolchinsky, offer a free initial consultation (over the phone or in person, whichever you prefer) to answer your questions.
You May Also Be Interested In:
- Florida Closing Costs in a Short Sale: Who Pays Closing Costs When Seller Short Sales to Avoid Foreclosure?
- Short Sale Fraud in Florida: Florida Sellers and Buyers Both Victims of Short Sale Scams
- Florida Short Sales Are Booming in Broward County in 2012: 30% Increase From Last Year According to RealtyTrac (and a 18% Boost in 2012 Short Sales Statewide)
- Underwater Mortgages Are Huge Problem Per New Zillow Negative Equity Report: Will Florida Banks and the Powers That Be Do More for Florida Home Owner Short Sales and Loan Modifications?
- Bank of America New Short Sale Program: Offering Relocation Expense Coverage to the Seller In Varying Amounts – How Good Is This Deal for Florida Homeowners?
- 10 Things to Know About Mortgage Debt Collectors and Florida Short Sales, Florida Foreclosures, and Florida Home Loan Modifications
- Five Things To Know About The Income Tax Break For Short Sales, Foreclosures, and Loan Modifications That Ends December 2012
- Florida Home Owners Need to Short Sale Now Because Income Tax Benefit Goes Away End of 2012: The Mortgage Debt Relief Act of 2007 Expires This Year
- How the Federal Servicing Alignment Initiative Helps Florida Home Owners Wanting to Short Sale
- The Short Sale Transaction in Florida: Things That the Seller (and Buyer) Need to Know Before Closing the Short Sale of a Florida Home – Clouds on Title
- Florida Short Sales: Should You Short Sale Your Florida Home in 2012?
- Short Sale Fraud Is a Growing Problem in Florida and U.S.: Freddie Mac Fights Back Against Short Sale Fraud With New Requirements
- Short Sales Popularity Continues to Rise With Hopes that the Hurdle of Time Delays Will Be Resolved
- Short Sales May Be the Answer for More Florida Homeowners Facing Threat of Mortgage Foreclosure: Short Sales Becoming Popular With Lenders
- Chase and Wells Fargo Offer $10k-$20k for Homeowner Agreement to Short Sale: Interested, South Florida? Will Your Bank Do This Too?
- Short Sale vs Foreclosure: What Difference Does It Make On Your FICO® Consumer Credit Scores and Credit Rating?
If you found this information helpful, please share this article and bookmark it for your future reference.
5 Responses to "5 Things to Know About Florida Short Sales in 2012 for Sellers and Buyers of Florida Homes"
Larry, excellent article. I didn't know that it was possible to do a short sale with a lender without being severely late on payments.
Can an attorney representing a financial institution that bought a "foreclosure" (the note) give another third party a "right of first refusal" when it goes on the MLS. This happened to us. We were the succesful bidder on a property, only to hear that a "friend" of the attorney representing the seller (a financial institution) was given a right of first refusal.
on the brighter side, this is definitely the possibility for house buyers to get a house that in a much cheaper price in contrast of shopping for a normal home. If you're one of the dwelling hunters attempting to own an affordable household, then a short sale property may be one of your alternatives. Even though this appears good, it's significant that you still have to consider the operation. You've got to be persevering since this is not just a normal deal given that you have to wait for the lender or the bank's approval along with your offer that may take month or two before you will receive their response.
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In a short sale, is it possible for the home owner that is selling the house to walk away with some money to relocate? I have read different articles that say at times this is possible.
Can a consulting firm that does not have an attorney negotiate and charge a fee for the short sale


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Why Winter in Rocky Mountain National Park is Magical
Posted on December 13, 2017 8:00 AM by Tyler Wilcox
Why Winter in Rocky Mountain National Park is Magical As Rocky Mountain National Park's Management Specialist/Public Affairs Officer, Kyle Patterson is one of the lucky few. She gets to witness the diversity that each season brings to this magical natural landscape, from January to December every year. Winter, when a serene calm descends on the Park, is a particular favorite. The crowds thin out (especially on weekdays), and... more


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Sal's Pizza Gift CardsStraight from Boston's North end, Sal's Pizza was started in 1990 by brothers Sal and Nick Lupoli. There are now over 40 Sal's Pizza franchises throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
Today it is the wholesome and fresh products at our corporate and franchised locations that has made Sal's Pizza a unique and successful quick-serve restaurant. Along with our big pizza slice, we also offer multiple-sized full pizzas, calzones, salads, and sides like french fries and buffalo wings to make the perfect combo meal. (*menu varies by location)
Sal's Pizza is the purveyor of the biggest, freshest, tastiest pizza around! Sal's Pizza works to serve the community inside and outside the kitchen. Welcome to the family!
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Hostel Caza de Sao Goncalo Informations
Hostel Caza de Sao Goncalo is an old 4 star hotel building that has been converted into a vintage hostel in Lagos, deep in the south west corner of Portugal. its right in the heart of the buzzing historical centre of town. all the bars and restaurants are there on the doorstep, great value Portugues
1. Head northwest on Estrada de S. Roque 130m
2. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit 180 m
3. Turn right toward EM534 260 m
4. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto EM534 500 m
5. Turn left to stay on EM534 10 m
6. Slight right toward Av. dos Descobrimentos 350 m
7. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Av. dos Descobrimentos 1.0 km
8. Turn right toward Praça Gil Eannes
Partial restricted usage road 79 m
9. Turn left onto Praça Gil Eannes 30 m
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11. Turn right onto Rua da Estrema 110 m
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Informations about Hostel Caza de Sao Goncalo
Hostel Caza de Sao Goncalo is an old 4 star hotel building that has been converted into a vintage hostel in Lagos, deep in the south west corner of Portugal. its right in the heart of the buzzing historical centre of town. all the bars and restaurants are there on the doorstep, great value Portuguese cuisine, international food too, bars to chill or party with original music and drink deals. all this within a 5 min (most of them less!) walk from the door. warning: walk home may take a little longer,....... Lagos is famous for its bars!!
Hostel Caza de Sao Goncalo has dorm rooms, 4 and 3 bed rooms, and also private double rooms for couples all rooms have their own private bathrooms. Breakfast is included in the room price.
there's a large communal room and a huge patio, with a stone jacuzzi, to hang out in, suck back a cold beer and get some sun, all surrounded by the building. the house is very old, its like a castle inside! carved stone stairs, original tile or wood parquet floors, antique furniture/fittings and rooms with high ceilings. you feel like royalty when you walk in the door of the oldest new Lagos hostel! We have plenty of beds in the house so big groups are welcome, and there's bbq nights, pizza nights etc....
there's a fully equipped (stainless steel restaurant equipment) kitchen to cook up a feast in, a laundry and free wifi for everyone. we have secure indoor parking for motorbikes or bicycles.
The reception has someone there 24hrs a day.
There's a great selection of activities in Lagos..... surfing, fishing, mountain biking, sailing, kite surfing, sea kayaks, boat charters, grotto trips, horse riding, skydiving to name just a few.
the owners of Hostel Caza de Sao Goncalo are Rodolfo, born and bred in Lagos, and tobe, south-west English guy living in Lagos for 21 years. so if you need anything to do or local knowledge, we can hook you up!!
Lagos has several beautiful beaches. the infamous Praia da Batata (potato beach) is less than 10 mins by foot, with caves, grottos and more secret beaches you can explore at low tide. meia praia is a 5km long open beach close by, Porto do mos, Praia do Camilo, Praia dona ana and more all there for you. enough beaches to go to a different one every day!
Cabo sao Vicente (cape st. Vincent) is a half hour drive from our lagos hostel, where people used to think the world ended.... of course that seems silly now that we know the world is flat. monchique is about 45 mins away, the algarves highest mountain, where you can see the entire west coast, south coast and even spain on a clear day.
getting to Hostel Caza de Sao Goncalois easy as Lagos has extremely good access...its the last stop on the train line, has buses from Lisbon and Seville, a motorway right to town and faro airport is an hour away by car.
our friendly staff are here to make you feel welcome, and help you maximize your stay in Lagos....


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Monday, March 20, 2006
Allegiance to whom?
Why do people sign themselves up to things that just don't seem to make sense? Why do people live such dangerous lives bringing themselves into situations knowing full well they could get into trouble, or get injured?
Now think about why you got into this whole Christian thing in the first place: Was it because you realised that despite feeling incredibly empty and rubbish at most things, that God was totally the one person you could count upon, he'd never leave you, he wanted to heal you, and that sounded like something worth starting…. A relationship with Jesus?
Or had you been going to church for a while and slowly over time found yourself cross over from merely attending church to wanting to BE church, to be part of the community of God, because of what he's doing in your life?
Maybe part of it was the thrill of being in a battle against evil, and being part of the church was going off into the world to claim people for Christ and sweeping off to victory against sin!
Maybe you've realised that you're not quite at that point when you have accepted Christ, or actually you think its all pretty pointless… and God probably doesn't exist… I'm not here to find all that out, but just to say this really..
Whatever your situation, do you realise what a dangerous, dangerous message Christianity contains?
I want to introduce to you to some incredibly dangerous words… Matthew 6
'Your Kingdom come your will be done on earth as it is heaven'
You know these words may not sound a bit threatening when we first hear them, but actually they are statement that contains explosive meaning. Its like setting a stick of dynamite under your chair, its going to rocket you into a new direction!
To say those words is saying that despite what powers there are in your life over you, what influences are swaying you back and forth, whatever things seem to be controlling you, are going to be knocked out of the way, because your main priority, your whole purpose in life is to see what God desires in your life and this world.
Whatever God wants us where he is in heaven, which is in fact all around us, but we just can't see it yet, we are claiming to be people who are going to bring it about on earth because that is what he's calling us to do.
Why is that dangerous? Because we know for a fact that what God wants in this world is almost the complete opposite to what we want a lot of the time and what this nation wants… we know that to live a life with Kingdom of God values, means that we're going to end up different people. If we let him we could become completely new, and that's dangerous, because we don't know what that might be… Its dangerous because there are a lot of people who are around who don't want what God wants and they may end up hurting us… We may end up putting our lives on the line. Its dangerous because we have to let go of our own lives/
That's what Christianity is about..
Now I'm sharing this with you now because I reckon that for some of you here, you've lost that original meaning to Christianity, that its become either a chore or a thing to do with your mates; or its completely irrelevant and you're think of packing it in. And I reckon there are people here who simply need a bit of encouragement to realise that what and who they believe in is worth fighting for, is worth dying for, is worth carrying on for.. Because it is!
3 comments:
- Em said...
wow - absoulutely!
and it's so worth putting up with a bit of grief from a few people, when we can change people's lives for the better - and by doing stuff which is right with God, and living a dangerous life - we will have enternal, never-endingly wonderful life with our Father in Heaven!
Looking forward to next youth church!
Cu then
em x
- Brit said...
good post, brother. you don't know me, I am one of Emma's friends from the USA.
I just wanted to say 'right on!' to this post--I think too many times Christianity is downplayed and made to be pleasing or easy to hear, etc.
but that is not the Gospel. In the words of my favorite musician, Derek Webb--
"I think that so often we try to make it our job to make the Gospel easier for us to preach and easier for other people to hear. In order to not get into trouble, in order to not be confrontational....But see here's the truth: you just can't preach the Gospel and not get into trouble. You just can't do it. Hard as you might try, you can dress it up any way you want. But if you're really preaching the Gospel, you're gonna get yourself into trouble....Because again the cross is both beautiful and offensive, and it MUST be both. It IS both. There is no other Gospel for you to preach. So in ways that we seek to dress it up, or 'neuter' the Gospel, just to ROB it of its great offense and therefore its great beauty, then its no longer the Gospel we're preaching to people. We're not doing anyone any favors by making the Gospel easier to hear. Because it ceases to be the Gospel. You know, its not 'safe' to boldly preach the Gospel. Its not. You might as well just preach it and get into trouble. I mean... we're told will literally set mother against daughter, son against father, not bringing peace but a sword. Dangerous work that we're in, as believers. Perilous work, that we have before us, to preach the Gospel--not only to each other, but to the outside world, the unbelieving world. Not safe work. 'Safe' is not a good word, its not a word that I believe characterizes Christians. Or Jesus, or the Gospel. It shouldn't. If it is, then it might not be the Gospel we're preaching. And it makes me think about the great work by C.S. Lewis, The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe....the children meet this Lion, Aslan. He is the Christ figure in the story. And these children when they see, as you can imagine, to see this HUGE lion, they're terribly frightened. They're scared to death. And they know that he's king but they have all these questions. They go to some who live there, who know more of Aslan than they do and they say, you gotta tell us--we're frightened by the sight of Aslan the lion. Can you tell us--Is he safe? Is he safe? Now the response that the children recieve, is not 'yes, he's safe.' The response is NO! NO he's not safe! But he is good, and he is KING. Jesus, folks-He is NOT safe. He is not manageable. He's a wild Lion, you cannot tame Him. He's not safe. But He is good, and He is King. You can trust Him. You can trust that He will provide for you what you need, as you go out and you seek to tell people about Him. The Gospel that we carry is not safe. It is not. It is not manageable. Not efficient. Loving people is not efficient. But the Gospel IS good and it IS true.... It's not for the faint of heart. "
- Brit said...
sorry, i forgot to reference that...its from his album "The House Show"


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NOVEMBER 21, 2017 UPDATEThe Government thanks industry for its continued interest in the RVSS Upgrade procurement.
The purpose of this communication is to update interested vendors. On May 11, 2017 the Government communicated a timeframe that (1) included releasing a draft solicitation in late summer 2017 (2) anticipated holding an Industry Day in the Washington DC area after the draft solicitation is released and (3) releasing the final solicitation towards the end of calendar year 2017. The Government also communicated that the "timeframes are estimates and the Government will release additional updates as appropriate."
The Government no longer intends to release a solicitation towards the end of calendar year 2017, or at any time in the near future, and asks interested vendors to monitor both this RFI and Federal Business Opportunities (www.fbo.gov) for additional information as it becomes available.
THIS NOVEMBER 21, 2017 UPDATE IS AN INFORMATIONAL UPDATE ONLY. This update is provided solely for informational purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or a promise to issue a solicitation. This update does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is not seeking proposals at this time and CBP will not pay for any cost associated with reacting to this update. All costs will be solely at the interested party's expense. If a solicitation is released, it will be posted at Federal Business Opportunities (http://www.fbo.gov). Interested parties are advised to monitor this website for any information that may pertain to both this update and this RFI. The information provided in this update is subject to change and is not binding on the Government.
May 12, 2017 (adds 194 days)
Please see the attached PDF titled "May 11 2017 Update to Industry" for an update on where the Government is in the RVSS Upgrade procurement process and how the Government intends to proceed.
|Amendment 1
|May 11 2017 Update to Industry
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***Questions and Answers***
CBP thanks the potential contractors that have submitted questions. Please see the attached document titled "Questions and Answers." CBP looks forward to your information submissions!
|Questions and Answers
|Questions and Answers
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THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY. This is a Request for Information (RFI) released pursuant to FAR 15.201(e). This RFI is issued solely for information, planning purposes, and market research only; it does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP. This RFI does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is not seeking proposals at this time. CBP will not pay for any cost associated with responding to this RFI. All costs will be solely at the interested party's expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP. If a solicitation is released, it will be posted in the Federal Business Opportunities (http://www.fbo.gov). Interested parties are advised to monitor this website for any information that may pertain to this RFI. The information provided in this RFI is subject to change and is not binding on the Government. All submissions become the property of the Federal Government, and will not be returned. BACKGROUND:
CBP employs a system referred to as the Remote Video Surveillance System (RVSS) which provides a persistent wide area electro-optic and infrared surveillance capability to enable the detection, tracking, identification and classification of illegal border entries. This system provides CBP agents the necessary situational awareness needed to detect, track, identify, and classify illegal incursions between the Ports of Entry (POE) along the US Border. CBP has been upgrading RVSS systems throughout the State of Arizona on the Southwest Border (SWB) since July 2013. Geographic scope already under contract includes five (5) RVSS deployments in Arizona and eight (8) RVSS deployments into the Rio Grande Valley, Texas Sector.
CBP is contemplating an expansion of the RVSS Upgrade Program throughout the entire SWB and Northern Border to include the following U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) Sectors: Laredo, Del Rio, Big Bend (Marfa), El Paso, El Centro, and San Diego, as part of the SWB, and Detroit, Buffalo, Blaine, and Swanton, as part of the Northern Border. This RFI seeks to obtain information from industry that will provide CBP with insight into market conditions, capabilities, and/or scientific advances that will aid in the formation of an acquisition strategy.
The RVSS Upgrade program will provide day/night surveillance from stationary and relocatable locations with dedicated power and command, control and communications capability managed remotely by operators. Where deployed, the systems will provide USBP operator(s) with video allowing for the detection, tracking, identification, and classification of Items of Interest (IoI) across large expanses of the border. The RVSS Upgrade program will additionally support vectoring of Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to the immediate vicinity of an IoI for event resolution, and provide continuous monitoring of encounters for BPA safety. Finally, the RVSS Upgrade program will provide archival data of IoI incursions and encounters to support analysis and incident resolution including Law Enforcement and judicial proceedings. A Sector Enforcement Specialist(s) (SES) or BPA will be responsible for monitoring RVSS Upgrade data, prioritizing the IoI for continued surveillance and/or interdiction, and coordinating IoI response with field agents. This monitoring will take place in a permanent or modular C2 facility in conjunction with relocatable towers. The number of RVSS Upgrade systems deployed within each CBP sector will vary by geography and operational needs. It is assumed that each Border Patrol Station (BPS) will require a RVSS Upgrade System. Each RVSS Upgrade system will consist of an operator interface, multiple surveillance subsystems, dedicated data backhaul communications, and installation subsystems. The operator interface subsystem will be installed in CBP Sector, Station, and/or Forward Operating Base (FOB) facilities along the U.S. Southwest and Northern borders, and each operator will be responsible for monitoring between one and four RVSS Upgrade surveillance subsystems. There may be more than one operator and display at each command center location, and each surveillance subsystem may include one or more co-located electro-optical and thermal infrared detectors/imaging systems. RVSS Upgrade Subsystems will be mounted on existing RVSS infrastructure (e.g. communications towers, monopole towers, etc.) or deployed on constructed locations (remote towers, fixed towers, relocatable towers, building rooftops, fixed structures, etc).WORK SCOPE:
CBP is interested in obtaining information related to existing Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS) or non-developmental technology that is part of an integrated solution to provide the desired capability. CBP intends to make maximum use of an open systems approach and desires the system to meet Technology Readiness Levels 7-9, Manufacturing Readiness Level 7, and Software Readiness Levels 7-9. See "http://www.homelandsecurity.org/docs/reports/DHS_ST_RL_Calculator_report20091020.pdf" for a more detailed description of the desired Technology Readiness Level, Manufacturing Readiness Level, and Software Readiness Level. There is no intent to develop any technology under this program.
CBP intends for the contractor to perform the following cope of work for each BPS system deployment: * Construction, which can include:
• Clearing the tower site to a construction-ready state;
• Providing access to the construction site and subsequently the tower via an unpaved road;
• Obtaining permits required for construction and installation;
• Constructing new fixed or relocatable towers (80-120 feet) or refurbishing existing fixed towers;
• Power system which includes both grid power and an alternative power source (fixed or relocatable alternative power source);
• Fixed or relocatable Command and Control (C2) system;
• Site security during and after construction including tower perimeter security fencing (fixed towers require permanent fencing whereas relocatable towers require relocatable fencing); and
• Providing "as built" drawings.
* Provide and install the RVSS and C2 equipment;
* Remove legacy RVSS equipment from tower and C2 sites;
* Provide, install, and staff the Network Operations Center/Security Operations Center (NOC/SOC) equipment/software;
* Provide operator training;
* Provide maintenance training; and
* Provide long-term maintenance of the system, including a technical refresh, if necessary.
Estimated tower and C2 quantities, by USBP Sector, can be found in the attached document titled "Estimated RVSS Tower and C2 Quantities".
CBP MISSION REQUIREMENTSCBP's key mission elements directly support the acquisition and deployment of RVSS capability and are defined as: * Predict: To anticipate illegal traffic actions prior to illegal activity; * Deter: To dissuade illegal cross border activity into and out of the United States by creating and conveying a certainty of immediate interdiction upon entry; * Detect: To discover the presence of a possible Item of Interest (IoI). IoIs include dismounted humans, humans mounted on animals and conveyances such as All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV), motorcycles, automobiles, trucks, boats, rafts, and jet skis; * Track: To follow the progress/movements of an IoI; * Identify/Classify: To determine whether an IoI is a human, animal, conveyance, or uknown and the associated level of threat; * Respond: To dispatch or employ law enforcement resources to address an IoI; and * Resolve: To take final CBP action, whether ciminally, administratively, or otherwise. This includes capture data, process information, etc. RVSS OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
See attached document entitled "RVSS Operational Requirements." The document includes a glossary of terms at the end.
Interested parties are requested to provide an information package, using the attached provided MS Word document titled "RVSS RFI Response Document". Information requested includes:
A. Company Profile - not to exceed one page, 12-point Times New Roman font, including the Company name and address, point-of-contact, DUNS #, business size status and social economic status. Identify the company's management system certifications, such as Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
B. Brief Company Capability Statement - not to exceed four pages, 12-point Times New Roman font, describing relevant experience. If citing contracts, identify the customer, contact number, and total dollar value. Identify whether the company participated as the prime contractor or a subcontractor. Please also describe any experience with the DHS or Department of Defense (DOD) Enterprise Architecture and DHS or DOD Architecture Framework. Describe any unique capabilities and tools over and above those required to meet requested capabilities that could be provided to enhance and aide RVSS Upgrade System operator effectiveness (e.g., automated detection, automated tracking of IoI, enhanced range, enhanced accuracy, interoperability with other CBP surveillance systems, etc.).
C. Description of Systems and Products Available - not to exceed nine pages, 12-point Times New Roman font, that support all of the functions identified in the Operational Requirements, which are attached to this RFI as "RVSS Operational Requirements". Please identify the following, if available, in this description:A system overview;The basic functions the system performs;Current uses and locations where systems have been fielded;Confirmation that your system is available for purchase as either a COTS system or as a non-developmental system;Any major test events or demonstrations at which the system received an evaluation or assessment;The Technology Readiness Level of the system;The Manufacturing Readiness Level of the system;The Software Readiness Level of the system;Provide actual system level Operational Availability (Ao) using this formula: Ao = MCT / (MCT + MTTR + MLDT) = MCT / (MCT + MDT), as well as theMean Time to Repair (MTTR), and the Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) for critical outages to include OEM and actual vendor repair data. The terms Ao, MCT, MTTR, MLDT, MDT, and MTBF are defined in the glossary found at the end of the attached document titled "RVSS Operational Requirements";Life Cycle Cost Estimate (LCCE);Interface standards and open systems approach and deployment of systems;Identify if there are any restrictions on data rights; Supply issues based on the potential quantities (e.g. towers, cameras, etc.) involved in this procurement if multiple Sectors are deployed simultaneously;System lead time and long-lead components;Remote maintenance capability, health and status monitoring, analysis, troubleshooting, etc. What kind of warranty is provided with your system;Potential wide angle camera usage (180 degree panoramic view in day and night); Future capabilities that may be available in the next 3-5 years; andInformation on both fixed and relocatable towers. For fixed towers, include information on the tower height, the security fencing, power generation, etc. For relocatable towers, include the time it takes to relocate the tower, the relocatability of the C2 facility, the security fencing, and power generation, etc.
D. RVSS Capability Table -not to exceed eleven pages, single-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font, Microsoft word, found in the attached "RVSS RFI Response Document". Please make note of any requirements that are unclear and suggest how to restate the requirement.
E. Responses to the following questions which will help the Government determine the acquisition strategy. Not to exceed 1 page per question, 12-point Times New Roman font:
1. The Government is seeking suggestions on potential contract type and CLIN structures, to include pros and cons of each.
2. Does a single prime contractor have enough capacity to handle all potential deployments? What is the number of simultaneous deployments a single contractor can execute?
3. What, if any, performance metrics would prospective contractors recommend the Government use to measure performance for these services? What incentives could be offered that would most effectively lead to outstanding performance?
4. What is industry practice regarding a system warranty?
5. What significant market conditions, trends, and operating constraints should the Government be aware of which may not be considered in the provided requirements?
The "RVSS RFI Response Document" is a Word document and must be submitted as a word document compatible with Microsoft Word 2013. Regarding the "RVSS RFI Response Document," please adhere to the requested page limits. CBP may not review any pages beyond the limits stated for each section. However, CBP may review information including appendices, marketing brochures, catalogs, etc. CBP will consider the responses to help further define the requirement, determine the acquisition strategy, and identify interest and the ability of the vendor community to provide support in the areas outlined in this RFI. Respondents shall mark proprietary information as such to be safeguarded in accordance with applicable Government regulations.
The Government may conduct "One-on-One" discussions with responders with existing, fully-developed, and integrated system solutions that meet the Operational Requirements, as well as, with other responders to gather additional information. CBP may also seek to gather additional information and provide interested vendors an opportunity to learn more about this requirement by hosting an Industry Day.
Please submit the requested information by e-mail only to: email@example.com by 5:00 p.m. EST on 8 February 2017. All submissions (email including attachments) must be less than 10MB (zip files will not be accepted). OVERSIZED ELECTRONIC PACKAGES WILL NOT BE RECEIVED.
Please forward all questions for this RFI by email to: email@example.com by 5:00 p.m. EST on 23 January 2017. Answers, if provided, will be posted to this RFI on or before 5:00 p.m. EST on 1 February 2017.
Please provide written questions and responses only. No phone calls will be returned.
The Government may utilize support contractors to review and analyze vendor responses to this RFI. Each support contract reviewer will be required to sign a DHS Non-Disclosure Agreement (DHS Form 11000-6) prior to commencing review and analysis of RFI responses.
|RVSS RFI Document Package
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North Chagrin Reservation Going Down Hill
One of the near no hit misses in my area WAS North Chagrin Reservation. For the past, oh, about two years, it's been going down hill...fast!
I was there this past Saturday and the place looked awful. It's almost like nobody knows how to use a weed eater. In the back of the Nature Center is a garden that is setup for the birds. This place use to be beautiful. There were plenty of feeders. There were plenty of perches for the birds to land. There was even a little pond.
Now, it looks like a bunch of weeds. If the perches were still there, I couldn't see them because of the weeds. So it's a safe bet the birds couldn't see them either. I counted at least one seeder on the ground. The path around the garden is gone because of the weeds. The funny part is, they have the area surrounded by a fence, as if anybody would even dare to go in there in the first place.
At the pond itself, which was known for the wood ducks, has anything but wood ducks. If you're lucky, and I do mean lucky, you might find a pair of wood ducks. Otherwise, be prepared to look at a bunch of Canadian Geese.
Hopefully the cause of all of this is due to a fired groundskeeper and everything will be tended to soon. If not, and if I worked there, I'd be embarrassed to tell anyone that.
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As the Miami Valley Regional Affiliate, K12 Gallery & TEJAS implements the Scholastic Art Awards for teens in the Miami Valley Region. The Scholastic Art Awards is a 95 year old national art competition that lets students compete with others in their region and then with other students nationally. The program fosters creativity and provides a platform for young people to gain recognition and compete for scholarship funds. All students in grades 7-12 are eligible. K12 Gallery & TEJAS is the Regional Affiliate for the Greater Miami Valley Area, which includes the counties of Greene, Montgomery, Preble, Clark, Miami, Logan, Shelby, Dark, Champaign and Warren (Springboro and Waynesville Schools only).
Important Dates
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January 26th (9:30-6:00) & January 27th (10-2) - Student/Teacher artwork drop-off
February 2-March 2, 2018 - Miami Valley Regional Exhibition
Friday, March 2, 2018 - Miami Valley Regional Scholastic Art Awards Ceremony
For more information visit:
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Beautiful Cross unveiled
Services in the Churches
Speech by the Governor-General
ANZAC DAY was reverently observed in Brisbane [ on 25 April 1924 ].
Many solemn functions were held, commencing with the unveiling of the beautiful Cross of Sacrifice, in Toowong Cemetery, by the Governor-General (Lord Forster) [ Henry William Forster ], as reported in the first edition.
Large congregations attended the services in the various churches. In the afternoon a combined open-air Memorial Service, following a naval and military march from Albert Square, was held in the Exhibition Grounds.
The people's tribute to the "immortal dead" concluded with a public meeting at the Exhibition Hall at night, which was addressed by the Governor-General and other notabilities.
At the morning's ceremony of unveiling The Cross of Sacrifice and The Stone of Remembrance in Toowong Cemetery there was a large attendance of civic, military and naval representatives.
Despite the early hour, perhaps three thousand people made the pilgrimage to the cemetery, most of them carrying beautiful floral wreaths to place on The Stone and on the graves of the soldiers who are buried there.
The whole of the arrangements were splendidly carried out.
The area immediately surrounding The Cross and Stone was enclosed by barriers, and only those actually taking part in the ceremony and members of the Committee were admitted.
Next-of-kin of members of the A.I.F. [ First Australian Imperial Force ] and navy buried in the cemetery were accommodated in a specially-reserved area on one side of the grassy mound upon which The Stone and Cross are mounted, while on the other side the Brisbane Citizens' Band and the Naval Guard were located.
His Excellency the Governor-General arrived promptly at the appointed time. He wore a military uniform, with sword at side.
His personal A.D.C., Lieut.-Commander R.M. Seymour [ sic, William John Seymour ], was in naval dress.
Lady Forster [ Rachel Forster, neé Cecily ] was received by Mrs. Gillies (wife of the Acting Premier) [ Margaret Gillies, neé Smith ].
Among the military representatives present were noticed:
- Brigadier-General Wilson (A.D.C. to the Governor-General) [ Lachlan Chisholm Wilson ],
- Brigadier-General J.H. Cannan [ James Harold Cannan ],
- Major-General Bruche (officer commanding field troops in Queensland) [ Sir Julius Henry Bruche ],
- Lieut.-Colonel J.M.A. Durrant (A.D.C. to his Excellency Sir Matthew Nathan) [ James Murdoch Archer Durrant ],
- Colonel Thynne [ Andrew Joseph Thynne ],
- Lieut.-Colonel Stansfield [ William Stansfield ],
- Colonel D.C. Cameron, M.P. [ Donald Charles Cameron ],
- Major Blundell [ Richard Piers Blundell ],
- Capt. Maddock [ Herbert Mark Meadows Maddock ],
- Chaplain-Colonel Garland [ David John Garland ] and
- Capt. Pike [ Eustace Royston Baum Pike ] (joint honorary secretaries of the [ Anzac Day ] Commemoration Committee).
Captain B.W.M. Fairbairn [ Bernard William Murray Fairbairn ] and a number of officers from H.M.S. Dragon also attended, and Lieut.-Commander Mutton (District Naval Officer) [ Edward Smith Mutton ] was another naval representative.
The Mayor of Brisbane (Ald. M.J. Barry) [ Maurice Joseph Barry ] arrived early, carrying a nice wreath.
After his Excellency the Governor-General had ascended the steps of The Stone of Remembrance he stood between the officiating clergy facing The Cross of Sacrifice.
On the lower rung of the steps on either side of The Stone, Lieut.-Commander Mutton, Major-General Bruche, Captain Fairbairn stood on the left and Chaplain-Colonel Garland, the Deputy Governor of Queensland (Mr. W. Lennon) [ William Lennon ], and the Acting Premier (Mr. W.N. Gillies) [ William Neal Gillies ] on the right.
It was a fitting ceremony for such a great occasion, and the crowd dwelt on the words of the clergy as they recited the psalms and prayers.
All eyes were focused on The Stone of Remembrance when Lord Forster rolled back the covering flag from the memorial, upon the face of which are stamped, in indelible letters, the words: "Their names liveth for evermore."
There was a still greater silence as the King's representative caught the cords that held the flags which screened The Cross of Sacrifice, and performed the unveiling ceremony.
It was a memorable occasion for those who attended.
Speaking in slow and deliberate tones, Lord Forster's voice carried to the limits of the area covered by the assemblage and thus almost all were able to hear the beautiful words he spoke during his address.
One fine passage was "Just as they were comrades through all the turmoil and horrors of warfare, so do we believe they are comrades, still in the peace and glory of immortal life."
The address of the Acting Premier, too, was very inspiring.
The buglers were Staff-Sergeant J. Barnes [ Herbert "Jerry" Barnes ], Sergeant A. Jackson, and Seamen Journeaux [ Francis William Journeaux ] and Barnden, of the Dragon.
— from page 2 of "The Telegraph" (Brisbane) of 26 April 1924.
PICTURED ABOVE: Children wander about the foot of The Stone of Remembrance on Anzac Day 1924 after the Australian Governor-General, Lord Henry William Forster, officially unveiled Australia's first Anzac War Memorial in what is now Canon Garland Place at Brisbane's Toowong Cemetery. This image is from the State Library of Queensland photo collection [ Record number: 254828. ]


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NEW YORK – It's a game where you want to land on your ass.
Or where a 20-point basketball score puts you up with the all-time greats.
If you haven't yet had a chance to play donkey ball — that venerable version of basketball where the players take to the court on the rugged animals — you'd better hurry up, because this great American pastime may be on its last legs.
"The donkey ball heyday was in the 1970s," said Jack Spicer, owner of the largest donkey ball outfit in the country, Columbus, Ohio-based Buckeye. "We used to run eight trucks in winter, do 1,300 to 1,400 ball games a year back then. Now we do half the number."
There are only about a half dozen donkey ball companies in the U.S., and fewer people each year are willing to take up the trade. About three years ago, one of the biggest in the country went out of business, leaving many of the Great Plains states bereft of that unusual brand of entertainment.
"It's not something a lot of people are interested in doing," said Brenda Amburgey, co-owner of Circle A Donkey, of Henry, Tenn. "I guess that's why there aren't so many of us out here."
Spicer took on the donkey ball king mantle from his father, who started the business in 1934, and he insists business is steady, if not as dizzyingly popular as 30 years ago. But the family business, the 65-year-old said, looks like it will die with his eventual retirement.
"I don't have anybody that's interested in buying it, and my kids are involved in other things," he said. "There just aren't any people getting into the donkey-ball business for whatever reason."
Donkey ball is usually played at fundraisers in school gymnasiums, with four players on a team. Each player tries to score points while staying on their donkeys, which is no easy feat. And, donkeys are trained to stop short and lower their heads or buck their riders at the appropriately comic moment.
"It's the donkeys that make fools of the riders, not the other way around," Spicer said.
But some of the game's critics have a different view of donkey ball, which involves prodding and pulling animals across a basketball court.
"They're dragged, they're kicked, they're pulled, they're hit, but more than that, they're subjected their whole lives to being transported across the country with (their) only reprieve being playing basketball — and donkeys aren't supposed to play basketball," said Amy Rhodes, spokeswoman for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.
"I think it's really dying out," she added. "And I think it's because people simply don't have an interest in this sort of thing anymore because people don't think it's funny anymore when animals are punched and kicked and dragged."
But Spicer and Amburgey say their donkeys are actually treated better than regular farm donkeys. And they say their animals certainly aren't abused. Amburgey said she makes sure any player she catches abusing one of her donkeys learns the hard way not to do it.
"If I see a person grab a handful of the donkey's hair to hold, I'll grab the person's hair and ask them how they like it," said Amburgey. "And they won't do it anymore."
But ultimately, Spicer said, the complaints come from people who might be better served worrying about other humans.
"You can humiliate a person, but these are farm animals," he said. "They're not people. Yes, they deserve to be treated humanely, and we do. But we don't think donkeys have any rights other than to be treated humanely by whoever owns them."
Spicer and Amburgey plan to go right on having a non-ass-kicking time. "I'm not going to retire anytime soon," Spicer said. "I'm having a lot of fun with this yet."


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New Delhi: The Supreme Court has refused to
interfere with the Appellate Tribunal for Foreign Exchange
order directing prominent stock broker Ketan Parekh and his
two related firms to deposit a staggering Rs 66 crore with the
Enforcement Directorate in an alleged FEMA violation case.
A bench of justices GS Singhvi and SJ Mukhopadhaya
asked the stock broker and two others to deposit the amount
with the authorities within four weeks failing which their
appeal in the tribunal challenging the Rs 132 crore penalty
imposed on them would stand automatically dismissed.
The tribunal had asked the stock broker and others to
deposit Rs 66 crore as pre-deposit pending adjudication of the
The apex court said the appellants had not come with
clean hands to the court and rejected their plea that they
were in a precarious financial condition and hence unable to
deposit the amount.
"In our considered view, the appellants miserably failed
to make out a case, which could justify an order by the
Appellate Tribunal to relieve them of the statutory obligation
to deposit the amount of penalty.
"The appellants have the exclusive knowledge of their
financial condition/status and it was their duty to candidly
disclose all their assets, movable and immovable including
those in respect of which orders of attachment may have been
passed by the judicial and quasi judicial forums.
"However, instead of coming clean, they tried to paint a
gloomy picture about their financial position, which the
Appellate Tribunal rightly refused to accept," Justice Singhvi
writing the judgement said.
The Appellate Tribunal in Mumbai had passed the order on
August 2, 2007. But instead of approaching the Bombay High
Court they chose to appeal in the Delhi High Court to delay
the proceedings.
A single judge of the Delhi High dismissed their writ
petitions on July 26, 2010.
Thereafter, they filed appeals under Section 35 of the
Act before the Bombay High Court and sought condonation of
1056 days, delay in filing the appeal which was dismissed by a
division bench following which they appealed in the apex
The apex court said Parekh and others in the case were
well conversant with various statutory provisions including
FEMA and several and and several civil and criminal cases are
pending against him.
"The very fact that they had engaged a group of eminent
Advocates to present their cause before the Delhi and the
Bombay High Courts shows that they have the assistance of
legal experts.
"This seems to the reason why they invoked the
jurisdiction of the Delhi High Court and not of the Bombay
High Court despite the fact that they are residents of Bombay
and have been contesting other matters including the
proceedings pending before the Special Court at Bombay, the
apex court said.
The bench further said Parekh`s plea of being in
financial difficulties cannot be believed by any stretch of
"If what was stated in the applications filed by the
appellants and affidavit dated 10.10.2008 is correct, then the
appellants must be in a state of begging which not even a man
of ordinary prudence will be prepared to accept.
"To us, it is clear that the appellants deliberately
concealed the facts relating to their financial condition.
Therefore, the Appellate Tribunal did not commit any error
by refusing to entertain their prayer for total exemption,"
the apex court said.


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Time: 35-40 minutes
1 box of a small pasta (Tubetti works good)
1 tbs butter
1-2 tbs flour
16 oz block of velveeta cheese
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1 sleeve ritz crackers, crushed (crush inside zip lock bag)
1. Boil pot of water with salt. Cook tubetti (or other pasta) according to box.
2. While pasta is cooking, steam broccoli for 6-8 minutes.
3. In medium size pan, melt butter - then add flour. This creates a roux, which is a sauce thickener. Once the mixture starts thickening, slowly stir in milk on medium heat. Let heat stirring frequently. Chop velveeta into cubes and add to mixture until cheese in melted.
4. Add cheese sauce and broccoli to pasta. Stir well.
5. Fill each ramekin (or casserole dish) and cover the top with crushed ritz crackers. If using ramekins, place on baking sheet.
6. Bake on 400 degrees for 20 minutes. I like to broil for 1 minute at the end to really crisp the top.


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Jan Matura has claimed his first ever podium finish and win on his 169th start at the Japanese resort of Sapporo.
Ski Jumping: Matura claims first World Cup victory
Ski Jumping: Matura claims first World Cup victory
The 32-year-old's results have been steadily improving in recent meetings, he finished a season-best sixth last time out in Zakopane.
The Czech got off to a cracking start in Japan producing a first round jump of 132m for 128.7 points.
He went on to land a second jump of 135m to win with a total of 249.5 points.
In Second place was Tom Hilde who finished just 0.7 points behind him.
The Norwegian recorded much bigger jumps, of 136m and 139m, the biggest of the day, but his total was hampered by wind compensation.
Third place went to Robert Kranjec of Slovenia.
The 31-year-old posted the biggest leap of the first round but a poor second jump saw him slide back with 244.4 points overall.


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Exceptionally rare Roman figurine at risk of leaving the UK
Arts minister steps in to prevent distinctively British figure from export.
Arts Minister John Glen has placed a temporary export bar on an exceptionally rare bronze Roman figurine to provide an opportunity to keep it in the country.
The figure may be wearing a hooded woollen cloak known as the birrus Britannicus, which is specifically noted as being British in the Edict of Diocletian in 301AD.
It is extremely unusual for portable art from this period of Roman rule to depict a distinctively British character. Figures are usually shown wearing hooded garments of a different style common to Gaul and the North-Western provinces.
The level of detail displayed in this figurine and the quality of its execution are particularly fine.
Arts Minister John Glen said:
This exceptionally rare figurine is a fascinating representation of a distinctly British character.
I hope that a buyer comes forward to help keep this unique object in the UK so that current and future generations can continue to enjoy it.
The decision to defer the export licence follows a recommendation by the Reviewing Committee on the Export of Works of Art and Objects of Cultural Interest (RCEWA), administered by The Arts Council.
RCEWA member Leslie Webster said:
This small bronze figurine gives an important new glimpse into the clothing of our Romano-British ancestors.
It has been suggested that he wears the distinctive birrus britannicus, or hooded British woollen cloak, which, with the quiver on his back, identifies the male figure as a hunter, suitably kitted out for cold and rainy weather.
Both the style and the braided decoration of the cloak is unparalleled in art, supporting the thesis that this is a unique depiction of a specifically British garment, recorded in the early 4th century AD as a significant export within the wider Roman Empire.
The RCEWA made its recommendation on the grounds of the figurine's outstanding significance for the study of provincial Roman costume in the province of Britannia.
The decision on the export licence application for the figurine will be deferred until 23 September 2017. This may be extended until 23 November 2017 if a serious intention to raise funds to purchase it is made at the recommended price of £550.
Organisations or individuals interested in purchasing the figurine should contact the RCEWA on 0845 300 6200.
An image of the figurine can be downloaded via our flickr site.
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- Details of the figurine are as follows: A figurine of a man wearing a hooded cloak, made of copper alloy 65 mm high, 48mm wide and 17 mm thick, weight 65.8g. Maker unknown, probably Romano-British. Dated between 43-410 AD. In good but incomplete condition; the lower parts of the legs and arms are missing.
- The Reviewing Committee on the Export of Works of Art and Objects of Cultural Interest is an independent body, serviced by The Arts Council, which advises the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport on whether a cultural object, intended for export, is of national importance under specified criteria.
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Stocking filler present - Love DiceA playful and erotic way to bring the fun back into your bedroom. Just roll the dice and obey the commands.
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Spud GunThis toy gun has 3 functions:Potatoe gunfires bulletsshoots water(sold in assorted colours and only for adults over 18 years of age)
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stocking filler presents - Bath Ducks Colour Changing - set of 4These colourful little bath ducks are cute by themselves, and even squeak when squeezed, however the real fun begins when they are place in warm water, as each duck changes colour and then back to its original colour when its cooled down. Size 5.5cm - sold as loose as a set of 4.
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An old favourite - Jumping Beans - sold in a pack of 5(Warning - Unsuitable for children under 3 years old)
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The Magic Slate has been modernised!This funky-looking gadget has a light-up screen, with keyring attachment and integral 'pen' on a handy piece of elastic. The doodles remain clear and easily read until a lever at the back is pulled across the screen and the image is erased ready for the screen to be used again. The light-up screen means that it can even be used in the dark, should the need arise. Requires 1 x AAA battery sold in assorted colours


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Social Media – Death and Resurgence
Shrikant Saxena - Feb 1st, 2016 - Social Media Marketing - 5 Comments - Facebook, FB, G+, orkut, Social Media, Twitter
The unique yet similar case of Social Media First things first. Why are we here? We're here because of a common interest in the digital platform and not just digital marketing. As the entire world is moving to it. I remember having a Facebook account since 2006 and none of my friends were there so […]Read More →
The Google +1 Button and What It Means to Social Engagement
Digital Vidya Editorial Team - Jun 10th, 2011 - Social Media Marketing - 0 Comments - +1 Button, Facebook, facebook like, Google, Google Buzz, orkut, Wave
Recently Google launched its much awaited feature called +1 (Plus One) Button which is intended to integrate social with search. Google has been struggling a lot in the social space since a long time whether it be Orkut, Wave or Buzz. But it seems to be that Google has now arrived in the social space […]Read More →
Birthday Wishes and Social Media
Digital Vidya Editorial Team - May 17th, 2011 - Social Media Marketing - 1 Comment - Birthday, Facebook, orkut, Social Media, social media marketing, Twitter
When I turned 33 on May 11 last year, I used the statistics on the birthday wishes I received through various platforms – from phone calls to Facebook – to look at the advantages of digital marketing in my blog post "Can Birthday Wishes teach you the importance of Digital and Social Media?" This year, I gathered even more […]Read More →
Can Birthday Wishes Teach You The Importance Of Digital And Social Media?
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With the rapid and ongoing evolution of Social Media, people's lives have become really digital and social. Here is an interesting example about Birthday Wishes on Social Media highlighting the importance and pervasiveness of Digital Media. This article was not planned and just generated out of the Digital Eye of Pradeep Chopra, the CEO of […]Read More →


text: E-mail is short for electronic mail. It involves the exchange of written messages sent over computer networks such as the Internet. In many offices, e-mail has replaced written memos, drop-by office visits, and even phone calls. E-mail provides a written record of office communications. You can send messages to groups of people simultaneously, attach files, and include hyperlinks to Web sites. E-mail is one of the most popular and effective tools for communicating with others over the Internet. With e-mail, you can send a message to anyone in the world who has e-mail access—and, barring technical difficulties, the message will be received in a matter of minutes.


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Gill Gamesh, the only pitcher who ever literally tried to kill the umpire. The ex-con first baseman, John Baal, "The Babe Ruth of the Big House," who never hit a home run sober. If you've never heard of them - or of the Ruppert Mundys, the only homeless big-league ball team in American history - it's because of the Communist plot, and the capitalist scandal, that expunged the entire Patriot League from baseball memory.
In this ribald, richly imagined, and wickedly satiric novel, Philip Roth turns baseball's status as national pastime and myth into an occasion for unfettered picaresque farce, replete with heroism and perfidy, ebullient wordplay and a cast of characters that includes the House Un-American Acitivities Committee.
"* "Roth invents baseball anew, as pure slapstick... An awesome performance." - The New Republic * "Roth is better than he's ever been before... The prose is electric." - The Atlantic"
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text: Commuter rail networks outside of densely populated urban areas like the Washington ., New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Boston, San Francisco, Montreal, and Toronto metropolitan areas have historically been sparse. Since the 1990s, however, several commuter rail projects have been proposed and built throughout the United States, especially in the Sun Belt and other regions characterized by urban sprawl that have traditionally been underserved by public transportation. Since the late 1990s, commuter rail networks have been inaugurated in Dallas, San Diego, Minneapolis, Nashville, Salt Lake City, Orlando, and Albuquerque, among other cities. Several more commuter rail projects have been proposed and are in the planning stages.


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At The Bridge Community we have people from diverse backgrounds; theologically, economically, and socially. Being the same is not a part of our core DNA. Being found in Christ is!
There are common core factors that make us Christ-followers. This is where we focus. We don't exclude anyone who has an honest theological disagreement but rather we find unity in the essentials.
What are those essentials? We believe that the essentials have been simply stated in the historic creeds of the Church such as the Apostles' Creed which says:
I believe in God, the Father almighty,
creator of heaven and earth;
I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.
He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit
and born of the Virgin Mary.
He suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried.
He descended to the dead.
On the third day he rose again.
He ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy universal* Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting. Amen.
The Bridge Community is a part of the Christian & Missionary Alliance. If you would like to review a more formal Statement of Beliefs, you can find that on the C&MA national website along with the history, mission, and vision of our denomination.


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Dell Venue 8 Pro is a great device with great hardware but lacks the right kind of OS. Windows 8 has not received a very good response on even the PC front what to talk about the tablets and smartphones. So on the very start we would like to tell you that go for this device only if you like Windows 8 or if you have fallen for it's good looks otherwise look somewhere else. Dell Venue Pro feels premium in hands and comes with pre-installed Windows 8 which can be updated to Windows 8.1 quite easily.
Although Nexus 7 and Apple iPad's still rule the tablet world but this tablet will appeal to tech enthusiasts and Windows 8 lovers. Dell Venue Pro 8 weighs 395 grams a tad heavier than iPad Mini (331 grams). The difference in weight is not that much but you may get to feel it if you hold it for a longer duration. Venue Pro's back has a pattern which gives it a very good grip and reduces the chances of accidental slips. Now let us review this device and decide if this holds any water in front of Nexus 7 and iPad.
Dell Venue 8 pro is a pretty big device and it's display measures a good 8 inches diagonally and add to that somewhat thick bezels all around it. It feels relatively lighter in hand given it's huge 8 inch display at 395 grams and gives a good grip due to a pattern found at the back side as has been explained earlier in this post. The most surprising element of design we found is a Windows or Home Button found at the top of this device. In all the Apple, Android and even windows tablets we usually find one at the bottom of the screen. So getting accustomed to a home button at the top may take some time and may even feel awkward at times. Volume rocker and power buttons have been placed on the right side of the device as has been the norm. Overall the device's built gave us a premium, compact and light feel in hand.
This is the most important part especially for a tablet as it is mostly used for watching movies and playing games. A crisp and clear display with good resolution is required to qualify as a good tablet and we can comfortably say that Venue Pro's display has decent resolution of 1280X800 pixels coupled with a wide 180 degree viewing angles. Both of these features will make your movie and gaming experience really pleasurable! The only problem we found is that it's screen is quite reflective and we can't use it while it is facing the light source such as a bulb CFL etc.
Also Read: Asus Fonepad 7 Dual SIM tablet launched in India: Specs Review and Price
Windows 8 is a big turn off for large number of prospective buyers which comes pre-loaded in this device. As you know Windows 8 has two modes, first is classic desktop mode (with start menu, taskbar etc) and the other comes with modern tile based user interface or UI. The desktop mode can't be used until we install a keyboard and mouse along with this device and it is really messy to work with most of the windows app in this mode on tablet. We used and found the tile based modern mode to be more effective and easier to use. In fact Windows 8 was initially designed keeping in mind the touchscreen devices like tablets, smartphones and hybrid PC's. So it is not surprising to know that tile based UI works flawlessly in this device.
Another issue we found is that we need to press a virtual button each time to activate the virtual keyboard, which is not the case in other OS's like Android and iOS. However Windows 8 allows you to open two apps at the same time. So if you are an avid Facebook user and wants to watch a Youtube video at the same time, then all you need to do is swipe across the screen and other app appears out of nowhere magically!
Also Read: Lenovo comes up with Yoga range of android tablets
We didn't notice any major issues while browsing web, playing games, opening apps other then minor lags sometimes. But these minor lags didn't led the device to any crash or screen freeze as we usually see in Android powered devices.
Dell Venue 8 Pro retails for INR. 26,499 or US $450 which is not that cheap either. iPad mini with retina display and much better specs is priced at INR 29,000 which is not a big price differential. However, Dell Venue 8 Pro comes with 32 GB of memory while iPad mini has 16 GB of on board memory. On a similar note Google Nexus 7 which boasts of 3G connectivity is available for even less at INR. 25,000.


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by David Gemmel
Category: Fiction / Fantasy
400 pages; ISBN: 0345445775
Rating: 9/10 (Ratings explained)
Reviewer: Harriet Klausner
Eight hundred years after Connavar and Bane defeated the Stone (see SWORD IN THE STONE) freeing the Rigante, the clan needs a hero to end their current oppression. That champion appears to be Kaelin Ring, better known as Ravenheart, who becomes the leader of the still proud but slaved Rigante clan. He leads the demand for freedom from the Varlish and their Lord Moidart.
Ravenheart takes his revolution to the north where Moidart's son Gaise Macon, the Stormrider, awaits the confrontation. As the war comes closer, the Knights of the Sacrifice obtain a skull said to contain the evil of the Orb. If true, an evil artifact owned by unconscionable individuals who slaughter innocents for fun will spin the war-wracked lands into deeper dismay and chaos. Then there is the anticipated impact of preadolescent Feargol who as the Ghost Walker might prove to be the ultimate savior or destroyer of all.
STORMRIDER is an exciting sword and sorcery fantasy that never slows down for a moment. The keys to this exciting, action-packed tale are the prime characters. Ravenheart and Stormrider, in spite of their respective positions, seem real and will remind the audience of Harold and William. The two rival stars are giants whose persona overwhelm the support cast, even the evil orb; yet they entice readers to refuse to put David Gemmell's latest fantasy down until the novel is complete to see how the final battle between these giants ends.
Harriet Klausner
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