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Natalie Marie, owner and founder of namesake jewellery line Natalie Marie Jewellery, has built a brand based on the same fundamentals she inhabits in real life - connection, sentiment and originality. Hers isn't a story of quick success, but rather one of hard work and determination to build a brand based on her own terms with husband and partner Daniel by her side.
The northern beaches-based brand now boasts a cult following thanks to its unique, artisan and bespoke jewellery which covers everything from simple designs to the seriously intricate. Their bespoke service, which Natalie oversees while juggling care for their daughter Willa, has turned the traditional solitaire engagement ring design on its head thanks to coloured stones, interesting shapes, modern layouts and unique combinations. This is a jewellery brand that caters to the modern woman without sacrificing quality.
So how does she do it? "On an ideal day, I rise early and squeeze in a quick morning meditation and shower before Willa wakes. In reality though I generally roll out of bed when she calls for me and swiftly put the kettle on! We eat breakfast as a family and get out the door to work nice and early. Now that I am a mum, I work 3-4 days a week in the studio (and lots of hours from my kitchen table). Where I used to make every single piece myself, I now spend very little time actually on the bench. As the business has grown, so has the work associated with running it!"
We recently took a closer look at how Natalie Marie combines a burgeoning business with motherhood, and much like the brand itself, realised the magic is all in the details…
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Tell us a little bit about yourself and your family...
I am Natalie, owner and founder of Natalie Marie Jewellery, wife to Daniel and mother to almost two-year-old Willa. We live in a quiet coastal town on the northern beaches of Sydney. Daniel and I run Natalie Marie Jewellery collaboratively, combining our different skill sets and experience to bring the best we possibly can to our business. This approach has given us the rare opportunity to juggle parenting side by side alongside running things at work, meaning we are lucky enough to be able to be equally present and involved with both Willa and the business.
What did your background entail prior to launching your own line?
I made the move to Australia from my home in England back in 2006 after a couple of years of travelling. Once settled, I took on a visual arts degree at Sydney University, majoring in Jewellery and Object. After graduating I spent several years working in fashion retail and buying while building the beginning of the brand in my spare time. I worked on Natalie Marie Jewellery alongside full-time employment for the first three years. My nights and weekends were spent tapping away in my home studio with every spare minute I had. This is where the brand was born, and those years were invaluable in terms of gaining experience and knowledge about business, the jewellery and fashion industries and the nature of hard work. These years shaped me and my work ethic, repeatedly tested and pushed me to exceed my own expectations, taught me the meaning of commitment and showed me the depths of my determination.
What inspired the launch of Natalie Marie Jewellery?
Natalie Marie Jewellery was born out of a drive to create and a passion for materials and processes. I have always designed from a practise based methodology, with an organic, explorative approach. Initially, I was solely creating individual pieces for friends and family and crafting one-off designs purely for the love of the process. I spent several years experimenting with my style while developing on my skills and knowledge base which resulted in our signature aesthetic and an eponymous brand which is deeply intertwined with my personal style and identity.
We are currently working on designing our next collection which launches March 2020 and we have taken a slightly different design direction with it which is so exciting. Without giving too much away, we have experimented with layering of clean lines and some unique custom cut stone shapes. We have also experimented with some new tones in our stones too which I am really excited to introduce. We design our seasonal collections so far in advance that I am often really in love with the pieces that are furthest on the horizon, and by the time they launch I am already in love with the next one! I am a massive vintage jewellery admirer as well and absolutely love curating our vintage jewellery offering. I currently have my eye on the Audrey necklace and the Clementine earrings.
What are your favourite ways to wear your pieces?
The way I wear my jewellery changes all the time. Nowadays, I like to stack up a handful of chunkier textured rings to create a heavier look, balanced with a feather thin band on the next finger. In the same way, I layer up delicate necklaces alongside heavier vintage pieces. I don't actually change my jewellery pieces all that much, or expand on my collection, but I change how I wear them daily. I am personally connected to all of the pieces I wear and own – whether it be a piece which was gifted to me, a piece I made for myself or a piece featuring a stone I fell in love with. Jewellery by nature represents so much sentiment and connection, and I am lucky to have built my collection of loved pieces which I can rotate as per my personal style evolution.
What jewellery trends are you loving right now?
I am such a classicist when it comes to jewellery, and don't really follow trends. I see jewellery as an investment; emotionally as much as anything, and see pieces as long term additions to any collection and wardrobe. I am however, so excited by the consumer-driven move towards the handmade, the focus on sustainability and process and the movement away from 'fast' jewellery. It's so encouraging to see clients seeking out the story behind a piece, where its come from and how its made. As a jeweller, I am so proud to stand behind a product which is handmade in Australia from predominantly Australian materials with a focus on recycling, sustainability and ethical practice.
What tips do you have for women who'd like to 'dress up' their original engagement ring?
There are so many opportunities to 're-style' an existing ring by stacking it with interesting accent pieces, which can completely transform the look of a ring. I have changed my wedding stack so many times! The approach is completely dependant on the individual piece and the style of the client, but generally mixing in some different textures, finishes and breaking things up with interesting stone shapes is a good direction to take. For example, the Diamond Sun ring is an amazing complement to most solitaire designs, adding a whole new element to the aesthetic. So many of our pieces are designed to stack, and they just look better as you layer them up, so mixing and matching and building up a stack would be my first thought.
How would you describe your own style?
Minimal, natural and casual.
How do you approach dressing each day? Do you subscribe to a particular 'uniform'?
I definitely have a style and tend to dress for ease and speed, which is key in the mornings in our house! I wear a lot of denim and a lot of linen; a lot of earthy tones and a lot of neutrals. My go-to outfit is a pair of high waisted jeans or linen pants, a variation of my faithful favourite St Agni slides and a pretty top. Mix with linen dresses in summer, the odd touch of vintage, a bit of lace here and there and a few more layers of linen and you have my formula!
What does a typical day look like for you?
On an ideal day, I rise early and squeeze in a quick morning meditation and shower before Willa wakes. In reality, though I generally roll out of bed when she calls for me and swiftly put the kettle on! We eat breakfast as a family and get out the door to work nice and early. Now that I am a mum, I work 3-4 days a week in the studio (and lots of hours from my kitchen table). Where I used to make every single piece myself, I now spend very little time actually on the bench. As the business has grown, so has the work associated with running it!
A significant portion of my time at work is taken up working on bespoke projects with our clients. This involves consultations, quoting, sourcing, designing and lots of emails. I also design our three seasonal collections each year with my co-designer; Em, and plan, cost and creatively manage the execution of these. Other tasks include managing our eighteen strong team, accounts management, marketing and media planning etc. This year we have had a massive focus on improving our internal and external systems so there are lots of internal meetings regarding focused initiatives both big and small to work towards these goals. I try to make sure I am touching base with everyone in the team every day, and I also try to sneak in lunch with Dan when I can, usually it's a walking lunch while we take our pet hippo (Buddy the bulldog) for a walk around the block.
The days usually fly by and before I know it its time to finish up and collect my girl. We try to go for an afternoon swim or a play in the park before heading home for dinner and usually a glass of red and probably a little bit more work before an early night.
As a busy business owner, how do you make time for self-care? What does this look like for you?
It's not my strongest point to be honest, the days are busy and the weeks are crammed. Balancing work demands alongside my priority of being a present and committed mother to Willa is a 24/7 juggle and a dance I am still trying to master. I wouldn't have it any other way though, and I am holding on tight to the beauty in these whirlwind years.
I try to find windows each day to take a breath and stop for a moment. The entire team undertook Vedic meditation training with The Broad Place a few months ago which has transformed our workspace and aided in stress management and creativity. I try to ensure I meditate every day, and if for some reason I can't, I try to at least find the space to stop and breathe, whether it be when I get in my car to go home or once the little one is in bed before I start making dinner.
I am lucky that for me, recharging my batteries comes from the simplest 'nothing' time. I am a true homebody and nothing makes me happier than a Sunday morning at home with no plans; just my little family, some hot tea, maybe some pancakes and a record playing.
What's on your current list of loves?
I covet all things from the brand Doen, I literally would like one of everything that they create. We recently started stocking Mount Washington Pottery mugs in the store, and I am in love with my giant speckled handmade mug which I fill with Earl Grey tea about three times before 8am each day!


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We first posted about the new website almost a month ago, I guess Canon USA has worked out the bugs and are sticking with the new design.
MELVILLE, N.Y. — A company's website is an important tool customers utilize to research products and services in order to make educated purchasing decisions. Canon U.S.A., Inc., has recently launched a new design for its company website, www.usa.canon.com, with a responsive design that offers an inviting and enjoyable experience for its customers. This new design features beautiful, vivid imagery befitting of Canon's position as a leader in the imaging industry. The website homepage provides an attractive, easy-to-navigate interface with featured content focused on the company's mission to provide customers with up-to-date product information and knowledgeable insights in the area of digital imaging solutions.
"One of the main goals we wanted to achieve when designing the new website was to help our customers and business partners get to know us better and get a feel for who we are as a company," states Ellen Pitchford, vice president and general manager, Digital Marketing Services Division of Canon U.S.A., Inc. "This new website enhances the power of the Canon brand and further demonstrates our commitment to our customers and business partners."
Seamlessly viewable from any compatible device, customers will have access to engaging stories, informative video content and in-depth product details. The new website is optimized to be viewed across a variety of platforms – desktop, tablet or mobile – and makes it easier for visitors to get the information they need no matter what type of compatible device they are using to connect to the Internet.
Built with bringing a fun, intuitive, user-friendly customer experience in mind, features include:
- The 'Product Showcase' section shows visitors the full breadth of product offerings.
- The 'Explore' section demonstrates how Canon products can be used in daily life, workplace and industry settings.
- The 'Learning Center' features tips, tricks and tutorials on how to make the most of Canon's products.
Visitors also have the option of creating a 'My Canon' account, in order to manage their product library, expedite product registration and quickly gain access to order status.
Visit the new website at www.usa.canon.com.

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The mere mention of the name ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham) frightens Muslims and no-Muslims senseless, and there are plenty of reasons for that. But, who are they, and where does their campaign of terror lead to?
Before we could objectively decipher the mysteries surrounding this group, we must rely less on sound bites, packaged definitions, and media sensationalism, and more on historical facts. Granted, it is easier said than done.
Its True Nature
Contrary to its declaration of being the first movement to successfully found an Islamic caliphate since the demise of the Ottoman Empire, the group known as ISIS simply part of a misguided fraternity of extremists whose violent ideology has been proliferating in the world for a number of domestic and foreign factors.
Like al Qaida, al Shabaab and Boko Haram, ISIS justifies its existence by way of ill-interpreted or perverted Islam, and advances its cause through the use of gruesome violence.
Though each group proclaims Prophet Muhammad as their guiding light, ironically, none of them apply his spiritual curriculum — the well-documented model of gradual and peaceful transformation — nor his hallmark mercy and compassion that he used to win over the hearts and minds of even his staunchest enemies.
Muslims around the world, especially the younger more impressionable generation, must remember two things. First, nothing affirms the authenticity of a claim more than the actions and outcomes associated with it. Second, as underscored by the Quran, no movement or system that is devoid of mercy and compassion could ever be essentially Islamic. Prophet Muhammad's entire mission was based on mercy and compassion. However, to ISIS and others, mercy and compassion are nothing more than the two sides of meekness, hence weakness. To them, neither Muslims nor non-Muslims deserve mercy and compassion and they have established a horrific record to amplify that ideological stance.
So the lingering question is, can such groups be defeated in battlefields with narrowly defined and increasingly militarized strategies?
For a few months now I have been casually monitoring opinions and editorials of mostly independent analysts and intellectuals on ISIS. Other than those helpless victims who suffered as a result of their Genghis Khan-like invasion and at their criminal hands, most of the Sunni Muslims question this latest intriguingly fantastical terrorist phenomenon. Mainly because the region has paid hefty price — both in lives and material resources — since it has been the epicenter of the global war on terror (GWOT) for a decade and a half.
ISIS is generally seen as nothing more than a Frankenstein's monster made of deal-making criminal elements released from terrorist detention centers such as its leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
Other than the fact that he was released from prison in 2009 and founded ISIS a year later, no one knows anything about a man broadly considered as the world's most dangerous terrorist. Other elements are revenge-seeking Ba'athists, misguided Iraqi and other Sunnis lured into partaking a quixotic movement determined to establish an Islamic caliphate by the edge of a hunter knife.
Here are some of the most common arguments used by independent commentators and intellectuals in the Middle East to dismiss ISIS as a convenient card used by elements within the West to manipulate balance of power and for their geopolitical interests:
ISIS' sadistic reality TV has been striking profound psychological terror in the hearts of many Muslims and non-Muslims.
According to an expert estimate, ISIS has some 30,000 fighters. Ironically, this supposedly ragtag group has somehow managed to easily overrun a "highly trained" Iraqi army that is ten times its size (270,000 soldiers) that has 300 tanks and whose 2013 budget was $17 billion. Meanwhile, their considerable military advances and strategic recklessness remain paradoxical, to say the least.
Take its strategic move in Syria as a case in point. Instead of consolidating all its manpower, arsenal and financial resources to score a decisive defeat to the current brutal regime or to oust the tyrant that they have been fighting, Bashar al-Assad, the group opted to send a large number of its fighters to Iraq. Moreover, in what seems as a suicidal move, they decided to go on a slaughtering rampage northward in Ayn Al-Arab bordering Turkey which is the geographical polar opposite of the capital city Damascus thus forcing over 130,000 civilians to cross into Turkey within three days. Making the matter even more dangerous, ISIS continued its seemingly haphazard strategy of spreading itself too thin and advancing to take over the Syria side of the Golan Heights- a stone throw away from the Israeli border.
Under these seemingly synchronized provocations, Turkey — an essential partner if the aforementioned coalition were to defeat ISIS — which wanted to stay out of the coalition to fight ISIS due to its political composition would be pressured to join in for its own economic and political survival. Likewise, Israel which was deliberately kept at bay due to the same political dynamic would now be secured a backdoor entry to a coalition that it eagerly wanted to be part of.
Meanwhile, smuggling oil and gas out Iraq and Syria continue in their uninterrupted flow to the international black markets. Sellers are widely understood as ISIS but the buyers still remain a mystery.
Defeating ISIS and groups like them requires honest talk and when necessary direct action. Though assassinations or "targeted killings" of top leadership are often celebrated as the ultimate solution; other than certain political dividends, it does not deliver a fatal blow to the terrorist organization.
More often than not, the triumphant euphoria and false sense of security following each successful operation are often transient, overshadowed by newer, more horrific, realities.
It happened in Somalia: The U.S. aerial assassination of al Shabaab leader Aden Ayro in 2008 produced a more radical leader in Ahmed Godane who wreaked bloody havoc till he was assassinated a few weeks ago . One can argue the same in assassination of al Qaida leader Osama Bin Laden in 2012 and how that paved the way for ISIS' Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi to fill the vacuum and declare a heartless caliphate.
The current U.S.-led model to fight terrorism is nothing more than stealth GWOT — a reinvention of that failed model that ultimately plays into the hands of the terrorists.
Al Qaida had a baiting strategy to exhaust and drain the human and financial resources of the U.S. In one of his old videotapes, Osama Bin Laden is quoted to have said, "Our strategy has to be we wave the flag of jihad and call it al Qaida anywhere in the world, and that will get the American generals to come running to fight us."
There is no cookie-cutter approach to defeating violent extremists as their needs and motivations are not always the same. Their various motivations are found within a wide spectrum of factors such as festering grievances or political disenfranchisement, delusional sense of divine entitlement, lust for power and control, exploitation due to board-based ignorance and isolationism, and real or perceived external or hegemonic threats.
The defeat of violent extremists such as ISIS could be achieved with a multifaceted strategy that focuses on de-radicalization, comprehensive counterterrorism measures, addressing all legitimate grievances, reconciliation, etc.
Where there is good faith effort, defeating such groups should not be a problem. They are their own worst enemies by often repeat that all too familiar fatal mistake of taken for granted human-beings' God-given innate desire to resist suppression, despotism, and tyranny in all their manifestations.


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Power On
The AVB Tool has a standby switch at the front.
Perform the following steps to power on the AVB Tool:
Ensure that the power inlet is properly connected to a power source.
The power indicator will light up in red (Standby) or white (On). This depends on the state of the device before it was disconnected from a power source.
If the device is in standby mode, hold the encoder for two seconds to boot the device.
The AVB Tool features a dark mode which deactivates some or all lights of the front panel. This can be used to let the device appear powered off when it is in fact powered on. A short push on the encoder or any button deactivates this mode temporarily. |


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The Decor in Kelly Clarkson's Palatial Nashville Home Is Straight Out of a Country Song
Kelly Clarkson first won with American Idol and now she's winning yet again with this palatial Nashville area mansion. The hit songstress recently listed the 20,100-square-foot home she shares with her husband Brandon Blackstock, their two young children, and his two children from a previous marriage in Hendersonville, TN for $8.75 million — a whopping price considering the average home sales price in town is $245,000. The couple bought the home for $2.86 million in 2013, so they're set to make a huge profit (winning!). The seven-bedroom, 11-bathroom estate sits on a 4-acre lakefront lot with its own private dock, and it was listed with Parks broker Jack Miller. The only thing better than the stunning views from every window are the home's interiors. From the enormous taxidermy bear mounted on the living room wall to the saddle stools sidled up to the home's private "cowboy" bar, the decor is straight out of a country song. And did we mention the master suite? Kelly and hubby Brandon's private living quarters are bigger than most people's entire home, from the spa-like bathroom with its soaring ceilings to the luxurious sitting area. They're reportedly planning to move into a new home they're building in Nashville. Check out the epic house ahead.


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With the 2020 presidential election looming, rapper Cardi B had a candid conversation with Joe Biden about the stuff that matters.
In an interview in partnership with Elle Magazine, Cardi B took the opportunity to sit down with presidential candidate Joe Biden to discuss the stuff that matters: including COVID 19, the Black Lives Matter movement, and the importance of universal healthcare and education.
The rapper, who was a vocal supporter of Bernie Sanders during the Democratic primary, was not shy in putting forward her requests to Biden – should he be elected.
The unlikely pair sat down for the conversation, taking place over Zoom, and appeared to be chums from the start.
Biden kicked off the discussion by ensuring the pair were on a first-name basis, introducing Cardi B to his daughter and congratulating the star on making the Elle cover.
Biden then asked Cardi B which issues matter most to her, to which she replied, "I have a whole list of things that I want and I wish and I desire for our next president to root for us." She then added, "But first, I just want Trump out. His mouth gets us in trouble so much."
The WAP star was not shy in listing these demands, including free college tuition, free Medicare, and "laws that are fair to Black citizens and that are fair for cops, too" – with which Biden was in agreeance.
In response, Biden described that there was "no reason why we can't have all of that. Presidents have to take responsibility."
The frank conversation also saw Biden vow to own up to any mistakes he might make should he be elected, in keeping with his promise of honesty in government; to which Cardi B responded: "I'd like to see that."
Of course, some were not in support of the interview, including former congressional candidate DeAnna Lorraine, who eluded to the singer's past as a stripper.
However, others pointed out that Cardi B being a former stripper does not invalidate her opinions – of which, she has proved, she has plenty.
It's called respecting women for their ideas instead of what they chose to do with their bodies I'm sorry if you've never heard of it
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Realizing potential
By Dennis Von Ruden
Features Tech tipsOf all the tools sitting on the rental showroom floor, the long reach air tool may be the most underappreciated and underutilized. Despite having been on the market for more than four decades — and touted by many contractors for its value — the tool's potential often is not used to its fullest extent, especially by rental centre operators, and is commonly relegated to collecting dust in a corner.
Of all the tools sitting on the rental showroom floor, the long reach air tool may be the most underappreciated and underutilized. Despite having been on the market for more than four decades — and touted by many contractors for its value — the tool's potential often is not used to its fullest extent, especially by rental centre operators, and is commonly relegated to collecting dust in a corner.
Long reach air tools fit the job requirements of a wide group of customers ranging from homeowners to contractors.
Due to their functionality, long reach air tools fit the job requirements of a wide group of customers ranging from homeowners to contractors. They are ideal for removing vinyl and ceramic tiles, carpet adhesives and material buildup from floors and walls. The small size and high power output of these tools make them useful for chipping away concrete and asphalt or removing slag and scale materials on industrial and marine job sites. This equipment can also be used for overhead projects including asbestos and acoustic tile removal.
However, despite the tools' wide-ranging capabilities, they are often difficult to sell or rent because they simply are misunderstood. Although an effective solution when a customer has limited resources and a relatively small job, they are many times eliminated from suggestion because a rental professional doesn't completely understand the customer's needs or how the tool can help address them.
Selecting the proper machine and process involves an accumulation of experience, skill and practical sense. Now is the time to gain knowledge of these tools and make a solid return on investment.
Air tool education
Consider this situation: A customer walks into the rental centre looking for a solution to a surface removal problem. Perhaps it's removing stuck floor tiles in a hard-to-reach area of a bathroom or kitchen. Maybe it's a contractor trying to peel material off a wall. Either way, the customer is in need of the right equipment to get the job done quickly and effectively. While the customer understands the end goal, they're not quite sure of the best way to get there.
Selecting the proper machine and process involves an accumulation of experience, skill and practical sense. You can help your customers (and put more dollars in your pocket) by knowing exactly which machine is right for a particular job. |
This situation is not uncommon; therefore, it's crucial that a rental centre operator or employee is educated on the proper use and benefits of long reach air tools. It's imperative to understand how they work and how to properly power them. Ask yourself: What equipment should I give to my customer? How should I outfit this tool? If this information isn't known, contact the manufacturer or sales representative for technical assistance.
Unless the person behind the counter has experience with surface preparation, the customer probably isn't going to be as successful with this equipment as they should be. It's the job of the rental centre operator to maximize marketing opportunities. Ideally, every time a customer walks through the front door, the rental professional should have a solution for that customer's problem.
Once it's clear these tools are the best fit for a customer's job, other concerns must be addressed. The customer needs a power source for the tool, like an air compressor, and a way to transport it to his job site. Make sure these basic needs are taken into account before sending a customer out the door. After all, an informed and well-armed customer is more likely to return.
Dealing with the flow and pressure
The informed customer will understand the basic concept that long reach air tools operate on compressed air. Therefore, it is vital to power the tool with an appropriately sized compressor. Long reach air tools always tax a small air compressor, so it's important to identify the pressure and airflow needed to meet the tool's demands. Most of these tools operate best at 90 pounds per square inch (psi) of pressure. Required flow rates can vary from five to 15 cubic feet per minute (CFM). These performance values can usually be met by most common five-horsepower and higher gasoline-powered compressors. But remember, if you're unsure whether the compressor is adequate or not, contact its manufacturer for assistance.
It's also critical that the compressor is in proper operating condition. An older, well-used compressor may not be able to produce the air pressure and flow it's rated for or be able to maintain this performance throughout the job. Ensure the compressor that is rented is functioning properly so the customer's project can be completed efficiently.
Of course, a properly sized and efficient air compressor won't help much without having a way to deliver the compressed air to the tool. At this point, the rental professional will know what diameter and length of air hose to recommend. After all, utilizing a 1/4-inch hose on a job requiring at least a 3/8-inch hose will restrict the amount of air going to the tool, essentially choking it of its necessary air supply and inhibiting it from operating properly. The same rule applies for the quick couplers, so make sure they match the hose size for maximum efficiency.
Too much hose length will also negatively affect the performance of the tool. Poiseuille's Law, which relates friction to increasing hose length, tells us that the friction of a longer hose will reduce the air pressure over its length. This means that even with a correct hose and coupler diameter, the tool may still not be getting correct and steady amount of air.
A common situation when too much hose length is used on a job site is when the compressor is powered by a generator. Usually the generator is placed far from the actual work area to reduce noise and emissions concerns. However, locating the compressor too far away requires a longer length of hose and increases the effects of Poiseuille's Law. If adequate ventilation is available and ear protection is used, consider placing the generator and compressor closer to the project to ensure the tool receives the necessary amount of air to work properly.
Remember, the amount of air pressure (psi) determines the blow force or how hard the tool hits the surface. The flow rate (CFM) determines frequency or how fast the tool hits. The tool may be hitting at a good frequency, but if it doesn't have the air pressure behind it, the job isn't getting done as effectively as possible. The same can be said if pressure is sufficient, but the flow rate is restricted.
Finding the right attachments
Having the right compressor, hose and couplers is important. It's also vital to provide the proper attachments so the customer has the correct tools to get the job done. With long reach air tools, it isn't always a "one-size-fits-all" mentality. Find out exactly what the customer needs.
For example, if removing ceramic tile, how is the tile bonded? What type of adhesive was used? What is the backing layer the tile is adhered to? Don't be afraid to ask questions. The more one knows about what the customer is trying to accomplish, the easier it will be to determine the necessary attachments.
Long reach air tools have a wide variety of attachments from which to choose. In some cases it may be ideal to offer a kit containing many attachments. In the above example, it's likely a four-inch-wide chisel might not be the best tool for the entire job. Maybe it will take a two-inch chisel to get the right results. The key is for the customer to work with the attachments until they find one that really works.
The importance of proper maintenance
With all equipment, the key to longevity and maximum performance is maintenance. It's no different with long reach air tools. Practising routine maintenance will keep them in top form and ready to rent.
It is vital to power the tool with an appropriately sized compressor. Long reach air tools always tax a small air compressor, so it's important to identify the pressure and airflow needed to meet the tool's demands.
Maintenance is often ruled by common sense. It's important to keep the tool's internal mechanism lubricated so retained moisture doesn't cause corrosion. As part of a regular maintenance schedule, it may be necessary to run lightweight oil through the tool to clean it out. This ensures it hits properly and at the right frequency. Additionally, special air tool lubrication oil is readily available.
If the tool isn't rented out on a regular basis, it's wise to take it out and run it periodically. This loosens up old oil deposits and corrosion, which may interfere with the piston's movement and affect blow force and frequency. This practice also ensures the tool is always in proper operating condition and ready for the next customer.
Since these machines aren't particularly complex, performing routine maintenance can be both quick and easy. Taking a few steps to ensure the equipment functions properly will save rental professionals from repair headaches down the road.
Don't fight the machine
The beauty of employing a piece of equipment to tackle a task is that less manual labour is required for the operator. However, this benefit can sometimes be forgotten if the customer insists on using muscle instead of letting the machine do the work. Before customers walk out of the store, remind them to allow the tool to do its job. Don't fight it! Not only is this a more efficient way to complete the task at hand, but it also guards against damaging the tool and reduces the risk of operator injury.
Rental centre operators should also avoid fighting the potential these tools can bring to their business. When savvy professionals increase their understanding of the product and follow a few tips, long reach air tools can help do the work to grow business. This equipment's wide variety of applications offers exceptional versatility for customers. By taking advantage of the tool's benefits, rental centres may see big returns – in both customers and investment.
Dennis Von Ruden is the president of General Equipment Company. For more information, please visit the company online at www.generalequip.com .
Long reach air tools have many different applications for both homeowners and professional contractors. Their versatility is further enhanced by their relatively small size and high power output. Below are just a few of the purposes to which long reach air tools can be put:
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Dust Off Your Dreams
By VT
During your mental health care, have you often felt hopeful about your chance of getting better?
No. I was placated and pitied by clinicians. The tacit message was, "You'll get worse, then you'll die, probably by your own hand." Hopeless treatment. I wondered why they continued to help me when they could have been helping someone with better odds.
During your mental health care, have you often felt hopeless about your chance of getting better?
Yes. I lost years of my life, when I could have been writing and working and enjoying my life. I thought they were the professionals and knew best. I was duped.
Has a mental health provider ever told you that you could reach a personal goal despite your psychiatric diagnosis (for example, education, career, independent housing, relationship, children, etc.)?
No. They said I was too sick. They said I looked bad. They said people would know I was sick if I went out to look for work.
Tell us what recovery means to you. How would you define recovery from mental health or emotional problems in your own words?
Recovery means work, and some bucks to make things happen in my life. I don't need much, as I have learned, but I'm able to help others, and help organizations that have helped me. I feel wanted, needed and loved in my community of peers. We're a bunch of scrappers, for sure, and we've survived to tell the tale of our changes.
If you could send a brief message to someone receiving mental health care today who is feeling hopeless about getting better, what would you say?
Dust off your dreams, start taking some safe chances to change – and direct your life and energy toward your dreams. Don't believe everything you hear from professionals, you know you best, and your purpose on this planet is unique. We need you to fulfill your purpose. I thought I was a hopeless case, but it's not true. I love, and I am loved, that is here for you, too.
Can you give examples showing you have gotten better from a mental or emotional problem, such as how you are doing well or accomplishing goals you have chosen?
I've returned to work, and use my voice and skills to push for change. Now, my grant and proposal writing, and program development are getting people jobs, housing and the support in the ways they need to heal. I had to grit my teeth, many times, and force myself past a lot of fears, and doubts. "Fake it till you make it" was my silent chant during many situations. At very difficult times, another peer would show up to support me, or I'd get a call or an email. Then, I'd be reminded, just to do my best – I am not alone, even if people try to make me feel that way. I am not alone.


text: On the morning of October 3, 1962, 200 teenagers of a tour group were viewing the Berlin Wall. Six of them climbed onto the Wall at Swinemuender Straße to take photographs. The border soldiers demanded that they get off the Wall. When they didn't obey, the border guards threw smoke grenades. The West Berlin police responded by firing several smoke grenades back at them. The situation settled down a short time later.


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Monday 16 November 2009
Story of the Donkey
The story of the donkey
One day a farmer's donkey fell down into a well... The animal cried piteously for hours as the farmer tried to figure out what to do. Finally, he decided the animal was old, and the well needed to be covered up anyway;
it just wasn't worth it to retrieve the donkey.
He invited all his neighbors to come over and help him. They all grabbed a shovel and began to shovel dirt into the well. At first, the donkey realized what was happening and cried horribly. Then, to everyone's amazement he
quieted down.
A few shovel loads later, the farmer finally looked down the well. He was astonished at what
he saw. With each shovel of dirt that hit his back, the donkey was doing something amazing. He would shake it off and take a step up.
As the farmer's neighbors continued to shovel dirt on top of the animal, he would shake it
off and take a step up.
Pretty soon, everyone was amazed as the donkey stepped up over the edge of the well and happily trotted off!
Life is going to shovel dirt on you, all kinds of dirt. The trick to getting out of the well is to shake it off and take a step up. Each of our troubles is a steppingstone. We can get out
of the deepest wells just by not stopping, never giving up! Shake it off and take a step up.
Remember the five simple rules to be happy:
Free your heart from hatred - Forgive.
Free your mind from worries - Most never happen.
Live simply and appreciate what you have.
Give more.
Expect less
The donkey later came back,
and bit the farmer who had tried to bury him. The gash from the bite got infected and the farmer eventually died in agony from septic shock.
When you do something wrong, and try to cover your ass, it always comes back to bite you.
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Dear Kala Jengking,
I am sorry I cannot do what you asked me to:
I cannot free my heart from hatred because it is dangerous to think right when this goverment is wrong.
I can never free my mind from worries because worries keep coming even into my sleep.
I have lived all along in simplicity to see that now this government is robbing it from me.
Until I have nothing to give, nothing to expect and nothing to lose.
I have only one thing left to live...to die for my country that you all call our country.- Kala JengkingTuesday 17 November 2009 at 00:37:00 GMT+11
Dear FMZam,
Seeing how things are being managed in this country, I can understand if you cannot free your heart from hatred or your mind from worries. I too feel the same.
I too worry about the future of my children and this beloved country of ours. Hate and worry if you must. But please do not allow it to affect your health. For without proper health you may not be able to fight another day. So, stay healthy.


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It is no longer a secret that sounds and vibrations can have a positive effect on our body. For thousands of years, people have used rhythmic sounds to enter a deep state of meditation. Energy work with chakras is also based on this principle, in which the frequencies and tones triggered by striking a gong or singing bowl have their very own effect. In this blog post, we'll go into more detail about how sound work with gongs affects your body and mind. We show you which chakras can be addressed and how exactly meditation with gong and singing bowl works.
What is sound meditation with chakra frequencies about?
Sound meditation with chakra work is a very old and traditional form of meditation. With gentle and intense sounds that trigger vibrations and oscillations in the environment, you can enter a deep state of calm. All the attention is on yourself and your sensations. In this way it is possible for you to rediscover access to hidden emotions, longings and desires.
Sound meditation is therefore a state that one consciously enters in order to bring body and mind into harmony and to learn more about oneself. Different tones and their frequencies, which are created during the sound play with gong or singing bowl, address our body's own chakras individually.
Chakra tones and notes – this is how you experience the sound journey in all its facets
Numerous sounds can be achieved with a gong. Special tones or notes ensure that you can specifically release blockages and activate chakras. As it is not always so easy to hit the right note, you can work with an instrument especially for chakras, especially at the beginning of your sound journeys.
Chakra Gong
Most commonly used are gongs that have been developed especially for chakra work. They make a variety of tones possible due to their special shape. The combination of high and low notes speaks to your innermost self and helps you achieve a deep form of meditation during sound meditation.
Chakra singing bowl
If you have already gained some experience in the field of sound meditation, you can of course also work with a chakra singing bowl. Especially for meditations alone the singing bowl is a good choice, because it is more compact and flexible to use. Also the tones you produce with a chakra singing bowl are very different from a classical chakra gong.
Chakra Gong Mallets
But it does not always need a special chakra instrument. Also with a Chakra Gong Mallet you can release specific blockages in your chakras. For chakra work Olli Hess has developed a Chakra Gong Mallet product line with which you can address the seven different chakras. The special thing about the two-tone mallets is that the beater heads are damped differently. So you can create different sounds and frequencies with one mallet and address up to two chakras. Only the professional Chakra Gong Mallet CH 1 is single-coloured and only intended for addressing the crown chakra. You can get the professional Chakra Gong Mallets as a Mallet-Set or individually.
Whether you choose a Chakra Gong, a Chakra Singing Bowl or a Chakra Mallet always depends on your individual wishes.
What are the chakras and chakra tones?
In order to be able to deal intensively with sound work, one must first know which chakras there are. Each of the seven chakras has its own tasks and qualities. If a chakra is weakened or blocked, this has an effect on the soul and often causes physical and psychological problems.
1. the root chakra – muladhara chakra
The center of the root chakra is located directly at the tailbone, the lower end of the spine. It is considered a symbol of vitality and steadfastness. It is not uncommon for us to feel our very own connection to nature and ourselves in our root chakra. In the root chakra we find the balance of our life.
In order to strengthen the root chakra, the sound work with chakra tones is mainly aimed at deep, rhythmic sounds. Here the work with a gong is particularly suitable, which unfolds its full effect with the professional Chakra Gong Mallet CH 4 from ollihess – especially developed for the root chakra.
2. the sacral chakra – Svadisthana Chakra
The center of the sacral chakra is located in our body a few centimeters below the navel, just above the pubic bone. The sacral chakra is the symbol for joie de vivre, creativity, love, sensation and pleasure. When the sacral chakra is in balance, it is easy for us to engage with other people and to go through life creatively.
To address the sacral chakra, you can focus on soft, darker tones during sound meditation. Here, too, the work with a gong offers itself, which can unfold its full power in the interaction with an ollihess Gong Mallet.
3. the solar plexus chakra (also called navel chakra) – Manipura chakra
The solar plexus chakra, sometimes called the navel chakra, is located at about the level of our stomach. It is assumed that this is exactly where our personality is located – with all its many facets. Our personal goals, desires and needs therefore also make up the solar plexus chakra. In addition, this area is considered our body's energy reserve.
To activate the solar plexus chakra, you should use very specific tones in sound meditation. The professional Chakra Gong Mallet CH 3 from ollihess is ideally suited for this purpose. Its gentle sounds address the solar plexus chakra and the heart chakra.
4. the heart chakra – anahata chakra
The heart chakra is the seat of love and affection. It sits directly above our heart and also represents selflessness, devotion and beauty. The heart chakra is particularly accessible to frequencies of all kinds, as versatility also plays an important role here. Especially the harmonic sound play, which combines bright and deep tones, appeals to this area of our body. With gentle vibrations, disturbances in the heart chakra can be released and the life energy reawakened.
To address the heart chakra we recommend our professional Chakra Gong Mallet CH 3. It allows a versatile sound play with a gong or singing bowl.
5. the throat chakra – Vishuddha Chakra
The center of the laryngeal chakra is located directly at our throat, more precisely at the level of the larynx. It is considered the center of our communicative abilities: The conversation with others is influenced by our throat chakra as well as the perception of our inner voice. Disturbances in this area can lead to communicative difficulties, especially concerning one's own feelings.
In order to activate the laryngeal chakra and to get clarity about one's own wishes, our professional Chakra Gong Mallet CH 2, which has been especially adapted to the needs of the laryngeal chakra, is the perfect solution. The fantastic sound play of this mallet comes into its own in combination with a chakra gong.
6. the forehead chakra – ajna chakra
With our forehead chakra we perceive subliminal things, statements and impressions that cannot be transmitted by the eyes and ears alone. The brow chakra is also called the "third eye" – a place of intuition, primal instincts and reason. But also the constant further development of our self, shaped by experiences and adventures, is processed and promoted in the forehead chakra.
In order to activate the brow chakra, lighter tones in particular are aimed for. This can increase mental activity, memory and our intuition.
With our professional Chakra Gong Mallet CH2 you can target the Ajna Chakra on your sound instrument and bring energies into motion.
7. the crown chakra – sahasrara chakra
Located at the highest point of our head is the crown chakra, also known as the crown chakra. Responsible for our thinking, the crown chakra not only significantly influences our mood, but also ourselves. Freedom and trust in God are anchored in the crown chakra, always carried by a special spirituality.
In order to be able to activate the crown chakra, one strives for very harmonious and calm tones when playing sound. The professional Chakra Gong Mallet CH 1 from ollihess was designed to hit exactly these tones. It is not only suitable for chakra gong meditations, but also for sound journeys and sound concerts.
How does the Chakra Gong Meditation work?
For a chakra meditation with a gong you should take enough time. In addition to the actual meditation, it is important that you allow yourself some rest and time for yourself afterwards. This way you can let the vibrations work on you and draw on the energy that the sounds grant you. How long you want to relax to the sounds of the gong meditation is of course up to you. Even a few minutes can have an intense effect on our body, but even several hours are quite possible.
Here's how:
1. start with a breathing exercise
When meditating with a Chakra Gong or special Chakra Mallets you always start with a relaxing breathing exercise. It helps you arrive on the spot and let go of all the stressful thoughts of everyday life. In this way you come to rest and prepare yourself physically and mentally to enter the world of chakra frequencies.
2. take a comfortable position
Then take up a position that is comfortable for you, which on the one hand allows you to relax completely, but at the same time is also well suited for the sound play. Position yourself in front of or next to the gong so that you can play it with a Chakra Mallet.
3. apply a special Chakra Mallet
Swing the Chakra Mallet gently so that the vibrations can unfold throughout the room. You can decide for yourself whether you prefer to produce low or high tones with the gong in order to satisfy your innermost wishes.
Our tip: If you want to release a blockage in a certain chakra, special Chakra Mallets are particularly suitable. Each Mallet enables a unique sound play, which is especially tuned to the individual chakras in the case of the Chakra Mallets. This way you address the blockages specifically and can actively work against them.
Energy and sound work with chakra frequencies
Meditation with a chakra gong, singing bowl or chakra mallet speaks to your innermost being in two ways: through the soothing tones and the gentle vibrations. They take up the entire room and resonate deep into your body. This allows the chakras to be gently activated.
There are a variety of different frequencies. To get the best out of your own energy and sound work, you should therefore vary according to your feelings and wishes. Besides major differences between chakra gongs and chakra singing bowls, it also depends on which chakra mallet you choose. With the ollihess mallets you can feel the variety of the chakras with tones and notes – also on gongs and singing bowls which are not specifically tuned to chakra frequencies.


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Healthspek Blog
September 15, 2014
On The Marquee
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I knew it, I knew it, I just knew it … so they closed the coffee place. I hadn't even recycled my paper cup from Monday when I saw the online notice that night. Foiled. Even though I passed right by my friendly barista on the street on Sunday, when she assured me they would be doing takeout for the foreseeable future.
Instead, I went to the local bagel shop, another neighborhood haunt. I picked up a dozen bagels for dinner (defrosted the lox last night), but stared for a minute when I first got there. Right. St. Patrick's Day for some in the world. (Hard to believe that last Tuesday, we were celebrating Purim.) For me, it meant plain bagels in a bright shade of kelly-green. The nice young woman at the counter gave me the big brown bag and must have felt sorry for me in my slightly confused state, and handed me a large cup. The coffee was on her.
See?! People can be so nice in dire times.
My first home-schooling lesson went well—at least, after my two elementary-schoolers insisted I was wrong, completely wrong. We were practicing cursive writing, something that has sadly been neglected or not even taught at all in schools anymore.
I showed them the letters, and they said, "No! That's not cursive!" I blinked. "It is," I said, then pointed to the tiny print at the bottom of the laminated page: "Cursive Writing Made Fun and Easy,' Scholastic Professional Books."
But it's not, they insisted. I turned the shiny sheet over and bingo. "There it is!" they cried.
They were looking at the lowercase letters. Apparently, they didn't even know that capitals came into play, too.
It's gonna be a long week.
The tongue-twisters went better. "Bobby buys bananas and bites broccoli" (third-grader). "Adrian axed apples accidentally in Arizona" (fifth-grader). Not bad.
Now on to a creative contest sent by (the blessed) summer-camp staff, due by Sunday. "Pesach is special because … " It can be a picture, poem, essay, story, video or 3-D model. OK, I can work with that.
Meanwhile, I decided to drop off a window screen at the hardware store late Sunday afternoon that got torn in a recent windstorm (even upgraded to the more protective fiberglass as opposed to metal screen). Since the coronavirus picked the warm weather to visit us, the least I can do is open windows and get the cross breezes going. I hesitated just a bit when leaving it, thinking if the store closes for the next month, good-bye semi-ventilation.
Not 12 hours later, I got a message. "Hi, there … your screen is ready." Now, that's service.
I'm going to drink to that with the last few drops of my free Joe.
Carin M. Smilk is the managing editor of JNS.
This Reporter's Notebook will appear starting on March 16 until the end of the month (or when schools reopen).


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Hallo all. I have resurfaced a stone's throw from the arctic circle, having hopscotched from Reykjavik, Iceland to southern Greenland. While more than eighty percent of Greenland is covered in permanent ice mass, the coastal fjords transform to grassy peninsulas covered in wildflowers in the summer. My Scandinavian adventure for the next month begins with a 10 day hike around the steep fjords and glaciers of south Greenland. A three hour flight on a twin propeller plane transported us from Reykjavik in perfectly clear weather across the north Atlantic Ocean. As we dropped down for the final ascent we had our first introduction to a landscape of glittering ice and snow broken up by the fjords – fingers of indigo sea flanked by steep black granite escarpments. Broken floes of sea ice floated in turquoise open sea, the white specks growing with our descent into aqua tinged icebergs. Mountain ranges peeked through an enormous snow blanket and grey wrinkles marked the advancing folds of glaciers spilling down through valleys to the open sea.
With only a handful of small villages and farms scattered across coastal Greenland we´ve hiked between small farm homesteads to crisscross several of the peninsulas in the Narsarsuaq and Igaliku regions in the south. Each day´s reward has usually been a summit or ridge with panoramic views over several glaciers and a frozen jigsaw puzzle of icebergs drifting in the blue fjords below. The terrain is green but unfamiliar – stunted arctic trees spread like ground cover barely ankle or knee height – miniaturized hardy versions of birch, willow and juniper ´bonsai´ trees intersperse with sponge-like mounds of mosses and lichens. The most delightful has been the explosion of wildflowers basking in the brief summer sunshine – vivid pinks, reds yellows and purples of wild thyme, arctic heather and poppies, harebells and alpine gentian.
We´ve explored the ruins from ancient Norse settlements and visited some modern Greenlandic villages – brightly painted cottages with white window frames and doors huddle beneath towering granite cliffs. The masts of fishing trawlers mark the harbour front and the long grey warehouse fish factories line the slipways and shores of larger towns. Although an autonomous Danish state the resident population are resoundingly of Inuit (eskimo) origin and retain the culture and arts that revolve around subsistence seal and reindeer hunting, creating beautiful soapstone and antler carvings.
It´s been a strenuous experience to explore but a portion of this rugged and mostly inhospitable land. One of the highlights has been trekking to the base of Kuussuup Sermia glacier and stepping out onto the melting tongue of the massive ribbon of ice. It rose in massive waves above us – white peaks and folds, and deep blue dips and crevasses within the millennium old ice. The occasional crack resounding through the valley reminds you of its continual motion across the land. And so from here the compass is set back to Iceland to continue the Viking Summer.


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The leader of Britain's Liberal Democrats, Nick Clegg, was considered a long shot to the British Prime Ministry until he killed it in Britain's first televised debate. Did he keep his momentum at the second debate on Thursday? The Guardian says "Nick Clegg tonight appeared to have scored a second success in the leaders' TV debates." One instant poll showed a majority of viewers thinking Clegg won the debate; another showed a plurality thinking he won; and a third had him finishing second to Tory leader David Cameron. Clegg called for Britain to rediscover its basic values: "human rights, democracy, the rule of law." He said, "The sad truth is that in recent years our governments, under the two old parties, have let those values down. We shouldn't have sent our troops into harm's way without the right equipment and decent pay. We shouldn't be facing allegations that we were complicit in torture. We shouldn't have invaded Iraq."
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Hindi Journalism Day: Changing trends of Hindi Journalism
Hindi Journalism Day: Digital nature and changing trends of Hindi journalism
First, the news or thoughts were read in the newspapers, then the news started reaching the ears of the people in the form of Akashvani from the sky. Later, when the age of television came, people started watching live as well as listening to news and ideas of their interest.
Due to these electronic media, even uneducated people started knowing the condition of the country and the world on their own.
Till the advent of television, you used to know the news of the world by sitting in your home or office through all these mediums. But in this era of the information revolution, now the whole world has come into your pocket.
Wherever you are, the mobile in your pocket not only keeps you in touch with your family and loved ones but also keeps you informed about the current situation of the world.
Hindi Journalism Day: The same journalist in whose pocket the mobile
In this era of information technology, every person has started playing the role of news. Because whatever is happening around you, by making it viral through social media, you are bringing the eye of that event to any corner of the world. The wheel of time keeps spinning.
This is the law of nature. But that wheel would spin so fast, it might not have been imagined even by the famous prophet Nostradamus.
In such a situation it is very difficult to predict the future nature of the media. If the wheel of time continues to spin at such a rapid rate, then it may be that even the printed newspaper that is read may not become history like Telegram.
Anyway, newspapers have come in the form of paper as well as e-paper on the computer, laptop or mobile phone.
Hindi Journalism Day: credibility crisis
It is also not necessary that the nature of future libraries should be the same as e-library or digital library. In this advanced era of information technology, the world has become a global village and you can read the newspaper from any corner of the world whenever and wherever you want, provided you know the language of that newspaper.
Now the form of electronic media is also changing. Even without TV (Television), we are watching any TV channel on the computer, laptop or mobile.
Reliability is considered the life of journalism and on this belief, people accept the things printed in newspapers as true but today's modern journalism has become professional and that professionalism has taken out the "life" of that natural and natural "credibility".
By creating the credibility of its convenience, it has breathed life into the modern journalism of the new age.
It is not that earlier, keeping newspapers alive did not require the protection of those in power or resources. But then the intentions of the patrons were not so bad and they were able to bear the criticism of themselves or their class.
He was afraid of localization. But today the situation is different. Today, being our newspaper or our media means "truth" to us as well. What we speak, what we write and what we show is natural, because we have bought the ownership of a machine that spews the "truth" by investing huge sums of money.
Seeing the eyes of the elders, everyone is selling it at the crossroads by claiming ownership of "Truth" even on a small scale. Governments are also liking these wholesale and retail sellers of "Truth" and according to the status of these vendors, their selling "Truth" is being bought. This is the truth for those who invest in "truth" business.
Hindi Journalism Day: Untruth prevails over the truth
Today, even among journalists, the number of people fighting "untruth" for "truth" is continuously falling. The reason is that one may walk on a path full of thorns, but it is no longer an act of wisdom to make one's family pee on that path.
Today, as in the past, fighting against evil is no longer a matter of honour even in the face of belligerence and failure.
In the dazzling life, society has not only recognized corruption but has put it on its head. Society is giving more importance to the glory acquired through corrupt means.
The dominance of those who ensure the victory of untruth over truth is contrary to the basic spirit of journalism, as well as a social crime, but today such opportunists and corrupt people get respect and protection from the government and society. Whose secret is being considered as successful journalists only by its sons?
Hindi Journalism Day: Update Martand is known as Astanchal
When Jugul Kishore Sukul, the father of Hindi journalism in India, started the first Hindi newspaper on May 30, 1826, from the number 37 Amadtalla street of a locality named Kolu Tola, Calcutta, he named it "Update Martand". Its literal meaning was "the rising sun" but more important than its literal meaning was its meaning.
However, due to the financial crisis, Pandit Sukul (Shukla) had to write in the last issue after extracting 79 marks that, "Aaj Diwas Laun Ug Chukyu Martand Udant, Astachal Ko Jaat Hai Dinkar Din Ab End."
But drowning in only one and a half years. The light which this "Martand" showed to the future generation, if the freedom movement also got the benefit of it, the society is still getting it continuously.
It is a matter of fact that in the crowd of sycophants, opportunists and vested interests, a constant Jugul Kishore Sukul is born. When the standards of journalism sink, then they continue to rise.
Journalism from the printing press entered the computer
It is well known that the origin of modern journalism is newsprint journalism and the birth of newsprint journalism is none other than the printing press or printing press.
Although today journalism has gone far beyond the printing press into the cyberspace age and the old printing press has almost disappeared. Yet the symbol of journalism is still the "press".
Newspaper and press were two sides of the same coin. It could never have been imagined to print a newspaper without a press.
There was also a time of monotype casting, in which the mono operator used his keyboard to type the entire script and punched the paper reel, and then the pierced reel was mounted on the moon casting machine so that the exact typed material was made of lead. Cast or cast in letters used to go out in the galley.
This arrangement was advanced from hand compositing which saved a lot of time in composing. In this, each time the old lead characters were mixed for new letters. But the post-compositing process was old. Earlier heading fonts were very limited. We used to make titles by counting the letters on the desk.
Any size type of font is available on the computer today. The 'pressure' of old treadle machines was five hundred or six hundred per hour and now millions of copies are printed and folded in an hour.
Not only this, the machine itself does the bundling.
Just as the creatures named Compositor, Machineman and Inkman disappeared from the printing press, similarly the creature named Paster also became history.
The galley, firma, stick, lid and katara etc. have all gone down the abyss of history. In those days, the more difficult task was to set up a press than to put out a newspaper.
The "Bengal Gazette" or "Calcutta General Advisor", started from Calcutta in 1780 by James Augustus Hickey, was the first printed newspaper not only in India but before that in 1576 by Jesuit missionaries in Goa. had been established.
However, the British preferred to live in cold areas like Mussoorie, Shimla, Nainital and Darjeeling, so they started newspapers from these settlements.
It can be imagined that how the heavy machines of the British printing press would have been delivered to these hilly areas.
In those days, there were more printing presses in Mussoorie, Queen of the Hills than Dehradun, including the Mafesilite Press. According to historians, a printing machine was installed in Nainital to print the Vinod newspaper at the time.
After Mussoorie in Garhwal, the Tehri king had also set up a printing press in Tehri. In those days, the ears of the administration used to stand when the press was installed.
The apprehension was that if someone was publishing rebellious literature against the government.


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Tattoo parlor strives for creativity, welcoming environment
Blood Diamond Ink provides ideal atmosphere for clients; staff love wearable artwork
March 28, 2019
A tattoo artist at Blood Diamond Ink describes the parlor's environment as a social place that feels like a bar — without the alcohol and the idiocy.
"That's what it should feel like in a tattoo place," Dan Garceau said.
Garceau said he has been working at the tattoo shop for three-and-a-half years.
"I started working here because I've been friends with the owner for decades," he said. "I saw an opportunity to pursue art."
The owner of Blood Diamond Ink, Chris Peltier, said he opened the tattoo parlor about six years ago.
"I had an uncle who was a tattoo artist and I absolutely fell in love with the idea of it — the fact you can put artwork on skin and have it be there forever," Peltier said.
He said the tattoo artists at the parlor produce a diverse range of artwork. Garceau likes to do floral and colored tattoos, but he also likes to expand and try new things.
"That's the cool thing about Pullman," he said. "We get to do a little bit of everything."
Peltier said tattoo shops should offer a sterile and friendly environment where people want to hang out.
"We have a lot of different types of personality here [and we're] constantly interacting with our clients," he said.
Emily Fountain, senior elementary education major, said she goes to Blood Diamond Ink because they have great reviews.
"I have been in Blood Diamond Ink four or five times for both piercings and tattoos. I really enjoyed the atmosphere," Fountain said. "The atmosphere was so calm and welcoming."
Fountain also spoke highly about the employees.
"They want to give you the best experience with as little pain as possible," she said.
Peltier said his favorite part about his job is the projects he engages in and the people he interacts with.
"Sometimes our clients aren't as cool as I expect them to be, but we treat them no different," he said, "I think all of us here having [our own] kids really help with our customer service and being patient."
Throughout high school he wrote essays on tattooing, and teachers would tell him it was not a realistic profession.
"I just kept wanting to be a tattoo artist," Peltier said. "I kept drawing and finally fell into an apprenticeship when I was 20."
Peltier said he has been tattooing for 15 years, but for the first seven years he was also a construction worker.
"Same with most of the guys here — working two jobs until you know you're comfortable enough with what you're doing to take that leap of faith to take care of your family," he said. "It's called 'Dharma' — doing what you're supposed to do in life, and not many people find it so it's hard to trust that."


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7:30 p.m., July 16
As of 7:15 p.m., there were approximately 52 outages in our service territory. We are pleased to say that none of these are related to last weekend's storm. ALL storm-related outages have been restored.
OPPD crews are still working on a number of clean-up activities and will be doing so tomorrow, as well.
We are so grateful for our customers' patience, understanding, and support of our crews in this past week. Thank you for helping us weather this historic outage event together.
4:45 p.m.
OPPD exceeded its Friday goal of 99.5% restoration for those customers left without power following the powerful July 10 wind event. As of 4:45 p.m., 163 customers remained without power. Most of these remaining outages began Monday, July 12, as an after-effect of the storm, due to previously weakened trees and branches giving way.
We still have more than 900 workers in the field from OPPD and mutual aid support organizations. These "boots on the ground" range from damage assessment and downed wire crews to tree crews and line techs. They are all needed for the remaining work, which is complex and time-consuming.
Our crews will not let up until the work is done.
If you are still without power: We want to be sure you're not left in the dark. Please report your outage, even if you've previously reported it, on oppd.com, via the OPPDConnect mobile app, or by calling 800-554-6773.
11 a.m.
Those customers without power has dropped to 384 customers at this time. As these numbers continue to fall, OPPD needs your help.
You can find more information and answers to frequently asked questions on oppd.com.
Friday, July 16, 2021 8:10 a.m.
Outage numbers from the July 10 storm have fallen well below the overnight goal. They now total 539 customers.
But as restoration improves, the pace of work does not slow down. Instead the work becomes more time-intensive. Crews are seeing repairs in some locations taking up to nine hours. This is due to extensive tree damage around homes and yards, and needing to individually repair transformers and house service lines.
Below is a graphic that details what repairs homeowners are responsible for and what OPPD will repair. You can also find more information here.
You can find more information and answers to frequently asked questions on oppd.com.


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Study Links Risk of Myocarditis with Pfizer Vaccination but Finds Even Higher Risk of Myocarditis Following COVID Infection
August 26, 2021
A real-world case-control study from Israel, published yesterday, studied cohorts of individuals vaccinated with the Pfizer COVID-19 mRNA vaccine and unvaccinated individuals who became infected with SARS-CoV-2 for adverse effects. The vaccination cohorts included a mean of 884,828 vaccinated persons, with a median age of 38 years, and the SARS-CoV-2 infection cohort had a total of 173,106 persons with a median age of 34 years.
They found that the vaccinated cohort was associated with an increased risk of myocarditis (2.7 events per 100,000 persons) as well as lymphadenopathy (78.4 events per 100,000 persons), appendicitis (5.0 events per 100,000 persons), and herpes zoster infection (15.8 events per 100,000 persons). Researchers noted that vaccination was "substantially protective against adverse events such as anemia, acute kidney injury, intracranial hemorrhage, and lymphopenia."
However, it should be noted that in a separate cohort*, an even higher risk of myocarditis was found to be associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection (11.0 events per 100,000 persons), in addition to other cardiovascular complications including acute kidney injury (125.4 events per 100,000 persons), pulmonary embolism (61.7 events per 100,000 persons), and intracranial hemorrhage (7.6 events per 100,000 persons).
* The researchers pointed out that "the effects of vaccination and of SARS-CoV-2 infection were estimated with different cohorts. Thus, they should be treated as separate sets of results rather than directly compared."


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Summer vacation is a cherished time for kids and for good reason – it means no more homework, fun adventures, and hanging out with friends. But what happens to all of the academic progress children make during the school year? Research from the Brookings Institute indicates that students can lose 25 to 30 percent of their academic knowledge during the summer1 , creating a phenomenon known as the 'summer slide.'
As the final school bell rings for the year, screen time worries along with cries of boredom and the dreaded "summer slide" challenge parents everywhere. Before you power up the Kahn Academy – consider some old school fun and new school learnings with clever new games and STEM toys. In fact, a friendly board game is one of the best and easiest ways to keep your children off their screens and stretch their minds without them ever catching onto your fiendish plan.
Whether you're planning a family game night this summer or have a bit of downtime during a road trip, here are a bevy of games and activities that can spark curiosity and rouse critical thinking this summer, including:
GraviTrax: This construction set puts a modern-day spin on the classic marble run and provides endless possibilities and challenges for any STEM enthusiast or budding engineer. Test your marble runs using different building elements and designs to keep the marble rolling for as long as possible. Experiment with gravity, magnetism, and kinetics to race your marbles to the finish line. | |
Laser Chess: Who doesn't love laser beams?! Laser Chess is the perfect way to combine the spatial thinking skills of chess with some high-tech fun. Players alternate turns moving their mirrored pieces around the board and at the end of each turn, fire a real laser beam, with the ultimate goal of illuminating their opponent's King. This game is sure to be a hit whether your child has already taken an interest in chess or is just getting into it for the first time! | |
Cat Crimes: Tangled yarn and a missing bird – which of the six furry felines were responsible for the Cat Crime? Designed as a single player game, it also doubles as a great cooperative game where players work together using paw prints, toy placement, spilled milk, and other clues to identify the felonious feline. It starts out easy, but will challenge the most ardent logic puzzler. | |
Word A Round 2: Keep vocabulary and spelling skills sharp this summer with Word A Round 2. With 300 brand new words, the follow up to ThinkFun's most popular card game can be played as a standalone game or combined with the original to create a mega-game of fast-paced fun! Just like the original, the challenge in Word A Round 2 is to quickly figure out where the word starts and to read it aloud before your opponents. |
It's estimated that elementary students' performance can fall behind by up to a month during the summertime2, but smart games and toys like those from ThinkFun and Ravensburger promise your family some screen-free fun while also helping to stretch those synapses. Organize a game night for a long summer night, throw one in your beach bag, or use one to help pass the time at the airport – these brain teasers are sure to become new family favorites!
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Learn piano chords for beginners in this fun and easy piano lesson for adult beginners!
As you complete this lesson, you'll know how to actually accompany a four chord song with basic piano chords, as well as how to play a melody with a simple chord accompaniment.
Let's get started playing chord piano!
But, before we start, there are some things you need to know, though.
The pre-requisites for this lesson is that you need to know the names of the notes on the keys, how to read and play a melody in your right hand and basic triads.
If not, please check these free lessons here:
Then come back here and we'll continue! :)
We'll start by picking a simple but well-known four chord song that has both melody and chords written in the score, like Amazing Grace, that you can download here. I will use this piece as an example throughout this lesson since it has easy piano chords for beginners.
Tip: You can find melodies and piano chords for beginners, as lead sheets online. For example here is a great resource: PianoSongDownload.com, or you can purchase my favorite chord book that I use with my students: The Easy Fake Book. Lots of fun!
Next, we'll look closely at the different chord symbols written above the melody. In this example its G, D7, Em, C.
These symbols are telling us what piano chords we can use, and also what bass notes you can play. We'll actually start with playing only bass notes.
But first, write out the different chord symbols on a piece of paper.
This cheat note will help us to practice!
Look at the capital letter for each chord symbol. This is also the bass note, so let's play that note only in the left hand.
Important: Find a hand position that allows you to play the notes conveniently. For example, place your left hands 5th finger on C, and you'll be able to play all the notes in this 5-finger position.
Tip: For a "juicier" sound, you can double the bass by playing two of the same notes as octaves. Use fingers 1 and 5 in your left hand.
All done with the left? OK. Let's practice the right hand.
The chord symbols show a few things more. Here are the chords:
This letter says which note is the root, or the basic note where the chord is built from.
In this case, the basic root chord, also called a Triad, starts from the note G. (As this is a lesson with basic piano chords for beginners, we'll only play in this root position for now.)
If there's only one letter, the chord is a major chord. So, G major. Easy, just use white keys, G-B-D.
The same applies to the C chord: It starts from C (in root position), and is a major chord. The notes you use are C-E-G.
The m after E tells us to play a minor chord. E minor is played with the notes E-G-B.
As above, the letter says which note is the root, or the basic note, and chord. In this case, the basic root chord, starts from D.
If there's only one capital letter, the chord is a major chord. So, D major. Easy, just three keys, D-F#-A.
In this case, there is also an extra note added, a 7th. This note is counted a small 7th above the root. Here it's a C.
So the full D7 chord is: D-F#-A-C. It's a four note chord.
When playing chord piano we have two different seventh chords.
However, we'll not use this here since this is piano chords for beginners, but it's fun to know for later.
Enough theory already! Let's play!
All set? Have you found the chords to be used? Do you know the bass notes too?
Take your cheat note that you wrote earlier with the different chords used in this song: G, D7, Em, C.
Now make a new cheat note and write out all the chords from the piece in the order they are written (this is a major chord progression).
Finally- get rid of the cheat note and open your sheet music!
Look at the lyrics, and see at what word each new chord needs to be played.
Make sure to hum along the melody as you play! Use the pedal if you like, just remember to change it for each new chord.
The chords can be varied. Played at the same time or played broken (one note at a time) in different patterns.
Chords can also be played anywhere on the piano, so experiment higher and lower. Usually, though, it sounds best to play the chords slightly below the range of the melody. And very simple...!
Sing or hum the melody along (just find the pitch by giving yourself the starting note of the melody).
Remember to keep it very simple at first, just plain chords. (The bass you played before in your left hand is not needed anymore.)
Who'd have known that piano chords for beginners could sound so good? :) I hope you had fun!


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Summer Fruit Semifreddo, above. What is a semifreddo? "Translated directly, semifreddo means partially frozen, and this dessert, unearthed on a plate like a pastel loaf of slowly melting fruit and cream, is something like the lazy person's ice cream," Hannah Selinger writes for The Post. Selinger's recipe works with any stone fruit or berry and ditches the fussiness of a cooked custard, making it that much easier to prepare.
Chocolate Pretzel Peanut Ice Cream Bars. To this day I'm still filled with glee at the sound of an ice cream truck, but making your own frozen treats can be just as fun as running outside to purchase your favorite concoction. In this recipe from cookbook author Jessie Sheehan, "softened store-bought vanilla ice cream is spread over an easy, no-bake, slightly salty, pretzel crust." I'm sold — are you?
Any Fruit Sorbet. "Sorbet's thirst-quenching quality can feel as if it's infusing life back into you on a hot, hot day," assistant recipes editor Olga Massov writes. Her dump-and-blend formula ditches simple syrup and relies on corn syrup as part of the sweetener for "luscious sorbet with superior scoop-ability."
Rocket Pops. These red, white and blue rocket pops are made from fresh fruit and a homemade vanilla pudding. They last for up to a week in the freezer, so make them now and enjoy them for the days to come.
Vanilla Ice Cream. There are tons of vanilla ice cream recipes in the world, but this one stands out for its inclusion of goat milk, which adds just the right amount of tang.
Espresso Martini Granita. "Inspired by the popular cocktail, this dessert is so simple, inexperienced cooks with few tools and small kitchens can succeed with this pretty-enough-for-company dessert without breaking a sweat," cookbook author Anna Francese Gass writes for The Post.
Classic Frozen Margarita. There's nothing like a frozen marg on a hot day. While I'm sure we've all sipped versions of varying quality, this recipe proves why the drink is a classic.


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Apr 30, 2020 • All ages
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