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Top 10 Reasons why Marriage is Overrated
Marriage…one of the most popular custom throughout the world, an institution whose sanctity is held in utmost regards, an element which is considered an extremely crucial part of our society. Getting married and starting a family is something that can never be questioned about. Why? Because the society says so. A lot of people would simply marry just because they feel like they have reached "that age" and it's naturally "the next thing to do". Well in my personal opinion that's completely rubbish! Have you ever thought that a happily married couple can always be a happy couple unmarried, as it was never the marriage that played any role in their compatibility. They were good because they naturally "worked". Out of several married couples, there are very few that are lovers. Well marriages always look glamorous when we are young but the truth is they are not. Following are the 10 reasons why I feel marriage is highly overrated-
10)Marriage is artificial and unnatural
"A good marriage would be between a blind wife and a deaf husband."
Love…I don't think there is anything else in this world that feels as wonderful and as natural as falling in love. But don't you think it's reckless to swear an oath to love one person. It's completely and truly unrealistic, unnatural and unnecessary to force people to stay together with an artificial binding contract. The society may prefer to call it marriage but trust me guys it's nothing more than imprisonment. Love is one emotion that can neither be controlled, so it's better to let it run it's natural course, however long that may be, and die out on its own.
9) Marriage does not necessarily makes you happier
"I haven't spoken to my wife in years. I didn't want to interrupt her."
Well it does makes your parents and their parents and all your relatives happy, but the marriage would be a source of lasting happiness for you is nothing more than a myth.It does keeps you looking normal to the society (If being considered normal gives you happiness, then you can easily ignore this point). No matter how fascinated you are by that "happily ever after" Disney theme you need to understand that there's no perfect world. So if marriage will give you stability and a family to raise , it would also take away other things, like personal freedom, privacy, adventure, travel time and also other men/women. You're always going to be happy about some things but unhappy about others.
8)Taking care of the parents (both sets), the extended family (both sets) and even the neighbours (both sets)
"Marriage is when a man and woman become as one; the trouble starts when they try to decide which one…"
One of the major problems with getting married is that you don't just say "I DO" and start enjoying that fairy tale romance right after you have walked down the aisle. The reality is the real and the actual work starts from that day. Satisfying the needs of your partner…sounds sane. But how can you justify satisfying all those other people like the parents (both sets),the extended family(both sets),the neighbours and the society(one and the same).All your life decisions are now not governed by your own wishes, it's made keeping in mind how much satisfactory would it be for all these people. Well there may be a certain segment of people who may enjoy it, but for rest of us it usually sucks.
7) Overrated model of happiness
"Love is blind, marriage is the eye-opener."
The problem with society is that they consider marriage as bliss. There are so many people getting married with al the "Cinderella at the ball trappings", only to get divorced within 2 years or so. If you are getting married thinking, this one decision in your life is going to take away all your sorrows, then you need to just look around and you'll see several partners hanging on by the skin of their teeth. If you consider the institution worth fighting for the ground is all yours, but just by getting married you cannot guarantee happiness.
6) It's not for everyone
"Marriage is a three ring circus: engagement ring, wedding ring and suffering."
I feel marriage is all about person and the circumstances. People usually get married because they have to, not because they want to. On the contrary I feel that we should all directly pursue what makes us happy .There are a lot of people who are a firm believer in long term relationships but always look upon marriage with suspicious eyes. However they still get married to uphold the culture and tradition. But is it even worth it? Because with marriage would come the stress and pressure of living your life in accordance with someone else. With marriage would come kids who will take over every waking minute. The only thing we can conclude: marriage is not for all. Not the thing is…it's for whom? I am not opposed to all individual marriages ,just the ides of marriage as a universal goal.
5) The intense feeling (love) may path way to another equally intense feeling (hatred)
"Marriage is like a deck of cards. In the beginning all you need is two hearts and a diamond. By the end, you wish you had a club and a spade."
With no pun intended, I always feel that "being in love" can never be a continuous state. Obviously that's not the problem; the problem is what substitutes it. We all know about such couples who thought they met "the one"…only to hate their intuition years later. With the spark fading, the cumbersome routine, the stagnation that you start feeling after having kids and the lack of effect of constructive dialogue almost everybody starts feeling "Okay this is the person I love, and I would indeed love to be with this person and have this lifestyle when I am may be, 50…but surely not now". And then you start hating not just your partner but also yourself for getting successfully caught in the marriage web and throttled.
4) Infidelity
"The secret of a good marriage is forgiving your partner for marrying you in the first place."
We all know how selfish our society has grown upto.There might be no problem with marriage but with the cultural norms changing one has to agree that today you cannot guarantee a marriage to stay forever. One of the most common reasons behind relationships falling apart is cheating and trust me that's a big one. Do you know the secret behind the high success rate of marriages in the past decade .Even when the wife was aware of the husbands affairs, she moderately accepted it. Do you think that economically, socially and culturally independent women of today can take all of this then surely your marriage stands a chance.
3) Means of long-lasting Romance
"The difficulty with marriage is that we fall in love with a personality, but must live with a character."
The problem with marriage is that almost everyone has an utterly unrealistic view about marriage. The story starts with a girl and boy "head over heels in love" with each other. The next obvious step that anyone can think of marriage. So they get married with "the one". Society never tells you what happens next. Even those hard core romantic movies usually ends at this stage just giving "the happily ever after "tag to all their pairs. What they don't show is that the "head over heels" phase ends in the very beginning, what starts after it is…hard work and a lot of sacrifices. Now you are expected to be committed not only to a person but also to all the good and bad that comes along with them…which is hard work. Once you get married slowly but steadily the Romance would fade away because marriage is more about commitment and less about romance and love. In no way am I questioning the place of love in marriage but it's always commitment that takes the upper hand. Marriage in actual has nothing to do with love. It cannot make someone love you , it doesn't even guarantee they'll continue to love you.
2) If it does not work out…(Unfortunately there is no other option but to anyhow work it out)
"Marriage is nature's way of keeping us from fighting with strangers"
You love your spouse and you don't mind going to any extent in order to save your marriage. But what if even after giving it all your energy, you two are just not compatible enough. It's not just a normal relationship where you would just part ways. An institution like marriage involves so much that it's never easy to get out of it and then all your actions start to be torn by bitterness. The feeling that "no matter what I do, it won't change" can make your life miserable and you helpless.
1) One of those battles where there is nothing like victory
"If variety is the spice of life, marriage is the big can of leftover Spam."
There was something I found on Google Buzz that admirably sums up what I myself have to say,
"…what do I get in this system of marriage that I can't have otherwise …. to me its NOTHING .. and I loose a lot ..so the choice is easy … stay single stay happy"
I know this might sound too cynical to a lot of people but what do you gain after getting married. The very obvious answers are sharing life's precious moments with that special someone, celebrating togetherness, ensuring that there will be someone to take care of you once you grow old but then these are things you'll get out of any serious long term relationship…why do you need a legal contract or a government certificate for it. What one can be absolutely sure of is losing one's freedom, one's independence and a lot many times even his/her desires and dreams. Marriage is that piece of paper that can not only change your life's but also your personalities at times.
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I try explaining these points to the previous generation (my parents): I am not about to gamble my home, retirement money & future income on the >50% chance that my marriage implodes in 5 years. Marriage isn't what it used to be, divorce isn't what it used to be, women (& men) aren't what they used to be. Staying single doesn't necessarily mean you're selfish, or weird: maybe just financially-prudent?
Well said, I'm 44 with 2 kids and my advice to them will be to not get married or at least delay considering marriage until they are in their mid 30's (maybe a bit younger for my daughter). The odds of a succesful marriage tend to be much better at that age


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February 11, 2016 19:00 ET
KNOXVILLE, TN--(Marketwired - February 11, 2016) - Xinergy Corp., a U.S. producer of metallurgical and thermal coal, has announced today that it has successfully completed its financial restructuring and has emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, following confirmation of the First Amended Joint Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization of Xinergy Ltd. and Its Subsidiary Debtors and Debtors in Possession (the "Plan") by the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Virginia. The effective date of the Plan occurred on February 10, 2016 (the "Effective Date"). The reorganized company has been renamed White Forest Resources, Inc.
On the Effective Date, the reorganized company also entered into a new credit facility (the "Exit Facility") providing additional liquidity under a new first lien term loan. With a strengthened balance sheet and the liquidity provided under the Exit Facility, the reorganized company is well positioned to continue operations for the foreseeable future and leverage its low cost structure in an improving market for Central Appalachian coal.
Jeffrey A. Wilson will serve as President and CEO of the reorganized company. Michael R. Castle will continue to serve the reorganized company as its CFO. The new members of the Board of Directors will include Mr. Wilson, Matthew Cantor, formerly a partner with the law firm of Kirkland & Ellis and founding principal of Normandy Hill Capital, Jacob Mercer, a Senior Portfolio Manager with Whitebox Advisors, LLC, Jeffrey Buller, a Managing Director with Spectrum Group Management LLC, and Seth Schwartz, the President of Energy Ventures Analysis, Inc.
About White Forest Resources, Inc.
Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, White Forest Resources Inc., through its wholly owned subsidiary Xinergy Corp. and its subsidiaries, is engaged in coal mining in West Virginia and Virginia. The Company sells high quality thermal and metallurgical coal to electric utilities, steelmakers, energy trading firms and industrial companies.
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Cable programmer Intl. Family Entertainment is expanding into live entertainment. To that end, the company announced Wednesday that it has signed a letter of intent to purchase a majority stake in Calvin Gilmore Prods. Ltd., a producer of live music variety shows in South Carolina.
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According to a press release, IFE plans to not only expand CGP, which now produces shows through three theaters in Myrtle Beach, S.C., into other parts of the country, but will also use it as a source of programming for its Family Channel cable network and even as a basis for MTM Records — a new record label that would feature CGP artists.
"This transaction represents a wonderful opportunity for IFE to expand into live entertainment," said Tim Robertson, CEO of IFE.
"Calvin Gilmore has built a hugely popular entertainment phenomenon, which can be duplicated in other parts of the country and which, through the Family Channel, can reach an even broader audience."
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While specific terms of the proposed transaction were not disclosed, a release said the purchase price will be paid through a mixture of cash and notes.
It is currently anticipated that the purchase will close during the fourth quarter.
In addition to an ongoing equity position in CGP, Calvin Gilmore will remain as chief executive officer of CGP under a long-term management contract.


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One of the most commonly asked questions by athletes is ,"how much protein do I need to eat for peak performance?" There is so much information, misinformation, fad diets and nutrition "quackery" available, it is hard to know what to believe. If you go to a health food/vitamin store, a vitamin "expert" (i.e. untrained, non-licensed sales clerk) will convince you to purchase hundreds of dollars of protein powders and protein supplements. These powders and supplements merely amount to very expensive urine. If you ask elite gymnasts, ballet dancers or runners, they will typically cringe at the thought of meat and advise you to eat as little as possible. There has to be a happy "meat"ium (sorry, I couldn't resist).
Protein is used for building and repairing muscle and tissues, red blood cells, hair and finger nails and for synthesizing hormones. Protein is necessary for reducing the risk of iron deficiency anemia and to improve healing. Excess protein does NOT build muscle bulk and strength exercise does. Think about it this way: Tom wants to make his upper body bigger and increase his upper body strength (to impress the women, of course). He goes to the local health food store where he is told to increase his protein intake by eating protein shakes at each meal. He then goes to his sports med doctor and sports dietitian who tell him to eat a moderate amount of protein and swim three times a week plus do upper body weights three times a week. Which do you think will work?
So how much protein do athletes need? To figure out your needs, simply multiply your weight in pounds by one of the following:
taken from Nancy Clark's Sports Nutrition Guidebook
For a 150 pound male triathlete I would recommend 0.6 for a total of 90 grams of protein per day. For a 115 pound female high school track runner I would recommend 0.7 for a total of 80.5 grams of protein per day.
It's easy to get your protein requirements because protein is found in most foods:
*One ounce of meat = 1 slice of deli meat. Three ounces of meat is approximately the size of a deck of cards or the palm of a woman's hand.
If you crave protein, are injured or sick, or think you need more protein than what's recommended, increase your intake of beans and rice, lean beef, milk, and yogurt. It's a much healthier (and cheaper) way to get extra protein. You can meet your protein needs - it's just a matter of figuring out your individual needs and tailoring your diet as such. Good Luck!


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Manchester United horribly dented any hopes of qualifying for the Champions League on Tuesday night when they suffered an agonizing 3-2 defeat away to West Ham United. Louis van Gaal's charges registered a slow start to the game despite the volatile nature of the match, so much that it didn't come as a surprise when Diafra Sakho put the hosts ahead just ten minutes into the match.
Anthony Martial gave United a lifeline when he found the equalizer six minutes after the interval, and was at it again when he blasted the Red Devils in front with a near post finish with 18 minutes left on the clock. However as fate would have it, the last ever game at Boleyn Ground was never going to end in the visitors favor.
Having detected United's vulnerability on set plays, the Hammers made the most of their free-kicks which in turn paid dividends with two successive headers by Michail Antonio and Winston Reid. With that, a befitting tribute was paid to what has been West Ham's home for 112 years, all at the expense of Manchester United.
Here are two conclusions from United's loss to West Ham.
West Ham fans were despicable
Manchester United may have made a habit of not beating the London traffic (after they also arrived late against Tottenham at the start of April), but that doesn't in any way, shape or form suffice how they were received at Boleyn Ground. Upon arrival at the match day ground, the Manchester United coach ferrying the players and coaching staff was ravenously attacked by a section of West Ham fans.
A window on the United coach was left smashed following the unsavory incident, thereby delaying the match by a staggering 45 minutes; but that's not the half of it. David De Gea was taunted and pelted with bottles all match long, not to mention the deluded West Ham supporter who invaded the pitch to confront the United number one during the match.
Although the incidences were heavily condemned by both The Football Association and West Ham Football Club, whether affirmative action will be taken against the offenders remains to be seen. Nonetheless, the sure fact is that the actions have painted a very grim picture of English football.
Champions League as good as gone
Had Manchester United won against West Ham last night, they would move to fourth in the League standings with a point ahead of Manchester City, but they didn't. Instead, Louis van Gaal's side are two points adrift Of City with only a match to the close of the 2015/16 Premier League season.
The gaffer couldn't hide his disappointment and displeasure after the match, but who wouldn't after that kind of performance?
On a match that needed firing on all cylinders on the attack and fine attention to detail at the back, the performance was in stark contrast of the expectation as United only managed a single shot on target during the first half while they also conceded two quick fire set-piece goals in the second half.
Given their failure to make the most of their chances, it's hard seeing Manchester United making a last dash into the Champions League this late into the season.
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The driver's-side window of an SUV was shattered by at least one bullet. The Orange County Sheriff's Dept. says Marine Sergeant Manny Loggins was shot inside his vehicle in front of his 9- and 14-year-old daughters seated in the back.
"Here to explain and not to defend: The perceived threat in the deputy's mind that the girls lives would be in danger if he were allowed to leave," said Jim Amormino, a spokesman for the sheriff's department.
The department alleges the Loggins, 31, crashed his SUV through a gate at San Clemente High School before 5 a.m. Tuesday. An Orange County Sheriff's deputy parked nearby quickly pulled up and called for backup.
"All during this time the deputy is giving him a set of commands which he is ignoring," said Amormino.
Investigators allege Loggins then walked to the athletic field where he stayed for up to five minutes. Loggins then returned to his SUV, ignoring the commands of the deputy, who now had his gun drawn.
"Because of the irrational behavior of Mr. Loggins, his failure to obey commands, the threat perceived by the deputy was for the safety of the children," said Amormino.
Authorities are not saying how many times the deputy fired but confirm Loggins did not have a weapon.
The entire incident was caught on the patrol car's dashboard camera. Officials say the deputy is a 15-year veteran of the department.
According to Camp Pendleton, Loggins enlisted in the Marines in 1998, serving as a transportation management specialist. He was not deployed to Iraq or Afghanistan.
Officials say Loggins until recently was enrolled in a night and weekend vocational nursing program at Stanbridge College in Irvine.
The college released a statement saying: "Our condolences go out to his family, especially his wife and children, as well as to his classmates, friends and colleagues," wrote Yasith Weerasuriya, Stanbridge College president.
The Orange County District Attorney's Office is investigating the shooting, which is standard procedure for any deputy-involved shooting.


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Wood Group's proposed US$2.72 billion deal to takeover Amec Foster Wheeler is closer to completion following approval from the Mexican antitrust commission today (15 September).
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"Following approval by the Mexican antitrust commission, Wood Group considers that all of the regulatory and third party clearance conditions set out in paragraphs 2 to 14 of Part III of the scheme document have now been satisfied," the company said in a scheme of arrangement filing.
A court hearing to sanction the scheme is expected to be held on 5 October, with the effective date of the scheme expected to be on 6 October.
The acceptance the remedy from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) was revealed earlier this week on 12 September.
The remedy consists of most Amec Foster Wheeler's UK upstream oil and gas business in the UK.
Wood Group Chief Executive Robin Watson said that the CMA decision came earlier than expected.
"Since we announced the deal in March, both parties have maintained a relentless focus on keeping on schedule," Watson said on 12 September. "[The] earlier than anticipated decision from the CMA allows us to move forward with pace and we are very confident of completing the acquisition of Amec Foster Wheeler in October."
"We have made significant progress marketing Amec Foster Wheeler's UK upstream oil and gas business to a range of high quality bidders, which has helped to ensure that we will close the transaction in October, bringing the many benefits of the combined company to our clients, colleagues and shareholders," Jon Lewis, Amec Foster Wheeler CEO said on Tuesday.
In March, Wood Group made its move to begin the takeover of Amec Foster Wheeler, just three years after Amec's 2014, $3.2 billion acquisition of Foster Wheeler.
Wood Group believes the merger will result in significant growth opportunities and "significant sustainable cost synergies of at least £110 million, equivalent to about $134 million a year on a recurring basis, at a one-off cost of about $231 million (£190 million) in the three years, post completion.
Three months after the proposed merger announcement, shareholders of both companies overwhelmingly approved the deal.
Once complete, the combined company will be led by Watson as chief executive and David Kemp as chief financial officer.
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On Friday, we were first to bring you the news that "Sherlock Holmes" actor Mark Strong was in talks to play Sinestro in the "Green Lantern" movie. Along with that exclusive scoop, director Martin Campbell also gave MTV News a list of characters from Green Lantern's universe that would be appearing in the film.
And while we were on the subject, we had to ask about another high-profile DC character rumored to make a cameo.
"No, that won't happen," Campbell told MTV News when asked about the chances of Superman (or possibly Clark Kent) appearing in "Green Lantern" in some form.
Way back in December 2008, we brought you the first, exclusive report that a Superman cameo was being written into early drafts of the "Green Lantern" script, as revealed to MTV News by the film's co-screenwriter Marc Guggenheim. In a follow-up interview conducted in July 2009, Guggenheim said the script was still in flux, and he couldn't be sure if the Superman cameo would make the final cut.
Campbell's comments would now seem to indicate that a meeting between Hal Jordan and Clark Kent was no longer in the mix for "Green Lantern" — and the same goes for a meeting with Bruce Wayne or any other DC heroes, too.
"None of the other DC characters will appear in the film," said Campbell.
While that seems to rule out a "Hard-Traveling Heroes" team-up for Green Lantern and Green Arrow, anyone hoping for an appearance by Ch'p just might be in luck!
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Kids and parents don't really know that cops hurt you bad when you try and get away. My back has hurt for 30 years from a similar incident.
She wasn't even trying to get away, she was just walking on the sidewalk.
They claim she was attempting to walk away from the scene, but regardless, there have already been statements from other detectives who believe not only was this excessive force, but the girl didn't show any signs of obstructing justice, nor was she trying to resist.
It's a clear cut case, cop over stepped his boundaries...now he should be put in jail on the charges of excessive force, assault, assault on a minor...
Contempt of cop is law enforcement jargon in the United States for behavior by citizens towards law enforcement officers that the officers perceive as disrespectful or insufficiently deferential to their authority.The phrase is associated with arbitrary arrest and detention and is often discussed in connection to police misconduct such as use of excessive force or even police brutality as a reaction to disrespectful behavior rather than for any legitimate law enforcement purpose.
Arrests for "contempt of cop" may stem from a type of "occupational arrogance" when a police officer thinks he or she should not be challenged or questioned. From such officers' perspective, "contempt of cop" may involve perceived or actual challenges to their authority, including a lack of deference (such as by asserting one's constitutional rights[citation needed]), disobeying instructions, or expressing interest in filing a complaint against the officer. Flight from the police is sometimes considered a variant of "contempt of cop". "Contempt of cop" situations may be exacerbated if other officers witness the allegedly contemptuous behavior.
Charges such as disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, and assaulting an officer may be cited as official reasons for a "contempt of cop" arrest. Obstructing an officer or failure to obey a lawful order is also cited in "contempt of cop" arrests in some jurisdictions, particularly as a stand-alone charge without any other charges brought.
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I saw this video a while ago.
Those of you who know me know that i do not call police brutality every time the police get physical.
But this was SO totally unjustified.
Keep it up officers. Do you or don't you want people on your side?
A drunk kid is a way bigger problem that a cop that shows a little roughness.
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If that was my daughter, the cop would be dead now!
Yes I will go to prison for my kids. I am a mother, and if people mess with my kids, I will act without thinking or regard for their right to remain living. I am sorry, but that's how I roll.
Originally posted by ldyserenity
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If that was my daughter, the cop would be dead now!
Yes I will go to prison for my kids. I am a mother, and if people mess with my kids, I will act without thinking or regard for their right to remain living. I am sorry, but that's how I roll.


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The Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA) announces our new interim director Deborah Gribbon.
Deborah will arrive at CMA on September 14 and take the new position on September 21 as Timothy Rub departs for the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
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Mentors for Opinion Writing
On Monday we read What Makes You Smile, a book I read last year to provide kids an opportunity to just share an opinion on an easy topic.
Tuesday, I read Red is Best by Kathy Stinson. Like last year, this book helps kids see that characters can have different opinions and explains the reason for the opinion. I also shared a few of the books last year's group made: Emma is Best by Alyssa about all the reasons her little cousin is her friend. White is best by Sumendha about all the reasons she loves white. After all these titles were shared, I had a few kids begin books about their opinions. Molly began writing Me a book about her favorites and why (she starts off with great voice and a beginning that will be a great mentor for us later too.)
Wednesday I showed the students a toy review online for the Straws and Connectors they love to play with in the classroom. Before going to the site, I asked them to think with a neighbor about why they like playing with this toy. I showed them how their same ideas were written in a review. I used an amazon reviewer and showed the kids the pop up box that happens when you click the reviewers thoughts on the screen. Enlarged on our whiteboard, I pointed and read what a couple reviewers wrote. I knew they were just beginning to digest the what a toy review even was. This idea for the toy review came from Katie W Ray at the AllWrite conference last summer. Though I did not have a chance to hear her, I heard about this idea and decided to go for it. What kid doesn't have an opinion about their toy?!
Thursday, I shared with my class a blogpost an old student of mine wrote about her favorite character Bossy Bear and her opinion about the book:
You'll notice that Anna H wrote about a toy she was excited about. Not quite with an opinion but with ideas that have been laid out during the week so that she can build her opinion. Revision and editing here we come! And, 4 comments to fuel her excitement for the topic.
On Friday, I wanted to help some of my young passionate kids to realize how an opinion about something can help change the world. I showed them this video of Katie. Afterwards, I asked the kids to help retell and explain what they watched. Many of my students began to figure out that this little third grader donated her cabbage plant to a local food pantry (Jack deemed a free food store) and decided to plant more and donate more because helping others was important to her. Lots of conversation began as a few students started thinking about what what our class could do to help change the world. Feeding the animals, planting trees, and a few other ideas surfaced. One student is writing a book about how to Help the World.
Using the idea of the toy review, I have built in practice for brainstorming a list (during interactive writing) of toys kids would like to review. We started this Friday, not only thinking about sounds and patterns in words as we composed but also visiting sites featuring toys like blingles and skylanders after kids shared their opinions about their favorite toys. The excitement is building!
6 comments:
- Patrick A. Allen said...
Love this post! Thanks for sharing.
- January 13, 2013 at 11:40 AM
- Maria said...
Thank you for posting on all your thinking. Your link about amazing kids will be perfect for persuasive writing in 5th grade. I'm thrilled that you are blogging again-thanks!!
- January 13, 2013 at 5:06 PM
- Miss Foote said...
We did Toy Reviews last year for opinion writing as well. My class loved it!
Chickadee Jubilee
- January 13, 2013 at 9:54 PM
- katied said...
Thanks for the comments Patrick and Maria. I am glad to be back too.
Your blog is so much fun. I wondered if you had a piece from last year you'd be willing to share? My kids would love to know other kids have tried this.
- January 14, 2013 at 4:27 AM
- Mary Lee said...
There's a reason your level is called primary. You are laying such an important foundation.
- January 14, 2013 at 1:11 PM
- Sarah said...
Thanks for sharing your mentor texts. We have been talking about our opinions for about a month now. The next step is reading and writing.
- February 3, 2013 at 6:56 AM


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St. Patrick's Day is coming up in just a few weekd! You don't want to send your kids to school without some green on. That's just asking their classmates to pinch them. Hook them up with one of these cute St. Patrick's Day wearables, and they'll be all set. They can even help you make them.
I totally get the rule about bringing Valentines for the whole class, rather than just your kid's friends, but that doesn't mean I want to shell out the cash for a box of Valentines. Here are some free printables that your child can pass out on Valentine's Day instead!
Turn an old tee from your kid's closet into a Valentine's Day top. I love the sweet simplicity of this tutorial from Roonie Ranching. Niki suggests that you could mix it up by using contrasting thread instead of a coordinating color, and I think that would look super rad!
Valentine's Day is sneaking up! Whether you want to make a card for your sweetie or need a Valentine idea for your kid's whole class, we've got you covered.
Merry Christmas! Now that gifts are open, and you looking for an activity to do with the kids? Growing a Jeweled Rose shows you how to make your own gingerbread puffy paint. Your kids can help mix the paint, then use it to make all kinds of puffy art. I know, I know: nothing is open today. But this paint recipe uses ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen and your medicine cabinet.
I didn't really understand the point of a tree skirt until a few years ago, when my husband and I started doing the real Christmas tree thing. I used to think of tree skirts as just one more thing that you had to store, pull out, and maintain for the holidays. Until my floor was basically made of pine needles. Now I get it! But I still believe that you shouldn't spend more time making a tree skirt than you do trimming your tree. These quick and easy tree skirts come together in a flash. There are lots of no-sew options on this list, so don't think that only seamstresses can have homemade tree skirts!
I love a food gift, y'all. Everyone I know has so much stuff already that gifts almost feel like a burden. But not food gifts! A food gift is a treat that you only have to store until you eat it. No burden, all fun! And if you're one of my friends, you may just see one of the food gifts on this list in your stocking. Guess which one!
Metallic and glitter branches are super hip for holiday decorating this year, but they are super expensive. If this blustery fall has downed any small tree branches around your neighborhood, snatch them up and turn them into sparkly branches that perfectly match your holiday decor color scheme. Diane Henkler at Momtastic shares a simple tute for making your own, custom sparkly branches from fallen branches you collect. A recycled money-saver that looks beautiful!


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Miami Ink Winged Skull & Cross Men's T-Shirt (Olive Green)
Sold Out#9 MIM608-D160 Olive Green
Miami Ink Winged Skull & Cross. Miami ink is the go to clothing company for tattoo inspired clothing. This intricate "Winged Skull & Cross" T-Shirt has many hidden subtle details and wild complexities. This designer 100% Cotton Tee is printed with the highest quality ink pigments that make this shirt appear to be hand painted with brush stokes and all. The front of this shirt features a vibrant colored Winged Skull & Cross design with gold foil highlights. The back of this shirt features the same design thats on the front without the color.


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What to do if a Poisoning occurs
Poison Prevention in the Home
Adult Poison Prevention
Prevent Plant Poisoning
Trash and Recycling
What to do if a Poisoning occurs
Act quickly and follow this procedure
1. If the person is not breathing or is unconscious
call 911 immediately.
2. Otherwise, call the Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222.
3. Remain calm.
4. The Poison Center specialist will ask:
* your phone number in case they need to call you back
* the age and weight of the patient
* the name of the product involved
* the amount or closest approximation of the amount involved
* the time of exposure
* the patient's symptoms
* the general health of the patient
5. Carefully follow the instructions given by the Poison Center.
6. Most exposures can be handled over the phone.
If an ambulance or transport to the hospital is required
you will be told that by the Poison Center.
Syrup of Ipecac
For some poisonings, the Center or your health care provider will tell you to make the poisoned person vomit. Syrup of Ipecac is the only safe way to cause vomiting in poisoning emergencies.
Always contact the Center before using Syrup of Ipecac and, as with all potentially harmful substances, be sure to store Syrup of Ipecac out of the reach of children.
Parents, grandparents, and other care providers should keep a bottle of Syrup of Ipecac on hand for each child under 6 in the home.
Poison Prevention in the Home
We all like to think of our homes as being safe places, but the fact is that there are many poisonous substances lurking in your home that can be very dangerous for children and adults too. Heeding these prevention tips is the best way to make sure your home remains "Home Safe Home."
* Never leave a child unattended, even for a second. |
Children are naturally curious and very quick.
* Store all medications, household products and
chemical products in a locked cabinet out of the reach and
sight of children.
* Store food and household products in separate areas.
Many dangerous household products come in containers
that look like food and drink containers and can cause
mistaken usage.
* Keep all household and chemical products in their original
containers. Never store these products in a food container.
* Always store medications in their original containers with
child-proof caps out of the sight and reach of children.
* Never call medicine "candy". Medicines and candies look alike
to a child and they cannot tell the difference.
* Do not take medications in front of children.
Children like to imitate adults.
* Vitamins are medicines. Keep them locked up and out of reach.
Vitamins with iron can be very dangerous to a child if taken
* Store purses, diaper bags and tote bags of visitors out
of children's reach as they may contain medications or
dangerous products.
* Know the names of plants in your yard and home.
A nursery or cooperative extension can give you the
* Keep any poisonous plants away from children and pets.
* Teach children to always "ask first" before putting anything
in their mouths.
* Keep a bottle of Syrup of Ipecac in your home but
DO NOT USE IT unless instructed by your health care
provider or the Poison Center.
* Keep the phone number of the Poison Center near your phone.
Adult Poison Prevention
* Never mix cleaning products together
(i.e., bleach and ammonia).
* Never store cleaning products in food containers.
* Keep cleaning products and food products stored separately.
* Take medications with the lights on.
* Wear your glasses when taking medications.
* Do not take someone else's medications.
* Store external medications separate from internal meds.
* Always check prescriptions to make sure the right pill was
dispensed. If you are unsure, ASK.
* Watch for duplicate drugs with different names:
Example: Ibuprofen vs. Motrin vs. Advil.
* Watch for drug interactions–prescription/over-the-
counter/herbals (alternatives).
* Carry a list at all times of medications you currently take,
why you take it and the dose you take.
* Make sure that anyone with a cognitive impairment
(like Alzheimer's disease) has a caregiver to help with
their medications.
* Use a memory device to avoid taking duplicate doses
* Know what chemicals you use at work and follow safety
Memory Tricks for Medications
* Check off box for medications
* Medicine Box
* Medicine Journal
Post the Poison Control Center telephone number near your telephone: 1-800-222-1222.


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Florida, considered by many as the sunshine state, is home to some amazing sights to behold, miles and miles of beach coastline to enjoy, and many stable cities with flourishing communities to choose from right now. Central Florida gets a good majority of the hype-talk, because of the many large cities here, as well as the bustling tourism industry in the area. Orlando, Florida, located in Central Orange County, for example, boasts some of the best places to eat, some beautiful landscape, and the infamous theme park attractions that bring millions of dollars of income, from tourism, to the state and nation every year. These theme parks and other local tourist attractions include Walt Disney World, Epcot, Islands of Adventure, Sea World, Universal Studios and many more fine places to visit. Other than these amazing theme parks and attractions, the city of Orlando is a marvelous city that has built itself from the ground up, and is home to a variety of home communities, and even some bank owned homes that are posted on the MLS for greatly reduced prices.
Bank-owned homes are essentially that, they are properties that are owned by the banks. These homes were eventually repossessed from the mortgagee after a default or lack of payment, resulting in foreclosure, and the legal processes that go into that. Although many individuals and families have their biases about foreclosure and bank-owned properties, there are some benefits in searching through the MLS for these homes. These advantages include, a possible lowered price, short sales, meaning you can purchase the home for a lowered price up front with no questions from the banks- it's their way of getting rid of the home fast, and even simply a quick move-in after months of searching for a home. Whatever your desires are with your home, they may be met if you contact the realty pros at getorlandorealestate.com.
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The Most Common Injuries Sustained in the Workplace
Serious workplace injuries are surprisingly common in the United States. In 2013, over 4000 workers were fatally harmed at work, while millions suffered injuries that could have been avoided. Employer negligence is one of the main causes of injury, and one of the most common reasons for filing a personal injury lawsuit. In this article, we're going to take a look at some of the most common injuries sustained in the workplace, and how they can be prevented.
1. Overexertion
Overexertion is not only the most common injury sustained in the workplace, it's also one of the most expensive for employers. Injuries are usually caused by improper lifting, pushing, pulling, throwing and carrying, and can cause numerous injuries that can lead to employees needing time off work until they recover. The simplest way to prevent this kind of injury is to train your staff on how to perform their activities correctly.
2. Slipping/Tripping
Slipping on wet floors and tripping over hazardous objects is the second most common workplace injury, and also the one that leads to the most personal injury lawsuits. Employers have a responsibility to ensure that the workplace is safe, and it is vital the employees are trained in what to do if there is a hazard at work. Simply mopping the floor and placing a 'wet floor' sign, or moving cables out of the way could prevent a costly lawsuit.
3. Falling
At number three on the list is falling. Falls from heights are usually caused by improper equipment and poor maintenance, however they can also be down to a lack of training. Employers have a responsibility to ensure that employees are properly trained in how to use the equipment. They are also responsible for providing the correct equipment and maintaining it properly. Falling from height could lead to fatal injuries.
4. Falling Objects
The fourth most common cause of workplace injury is falling objects. This type of injury is common in warehouses, where objects are often stacked at heights. Unfortunately, most of these types of injuries are very serious as they cause head injuries. The only way to prevent this kind of injury is to avoid stacking heavy objects above head height, and provide proper training and safety equipment (such as helmets) to employees.
5. Vehicle Accidents
Automobile accidents are among the most common type of accident in the United States, so it goes without saying that vehicle accidents at work are common. These can be caused by distracted driving, a lack of sleep, or unsafe working hours. It is vital that employees are trained in safe driving, and that employers ensure their staff stick to safe working hours with appropriate breaks. Although not every accident can be avoided, a lot can be prevented through the appropriate health and safety measures.
Safety precautions, diligence and proper training are vital in order to prevent the majority of injuries in the workplace. When employers fail to do this, they are at risk of lawsuits.
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Dandee Designs
• 23 May 2010
I am consistently impressed with everything I've purchased from Dandee Designs. I don't know how she does it with five young children, but somehow she manages to churn out quality everything. Given her excellent track record, I asked her to make some cards for the welcome baskets we like to present our guests at La Maisonnette du Coteau. Of course, she did an excellent job! We also had her make bookplates for the myriad of books we now have at the cottage and they too are just perfect.
The "La Maisonnette" logo you see above was created by Leah Wright of Pelouse Design and let it be known we are still thrilled with it as ever! I mentioned it here awhile back.
This is Danyelle's latest DIY and I think it's the cutest thing ever...and not just for Mother's Day! It's perfect for a birthday too.
5 comments:
- Simply Mel said...
The logo is truly exquisite!
- May 24, 2010 at 9:33 AM
- a pina colada said...
What a fun gift basket. Those cards and logo are great too!
- May 24, 2010 at 9:11 PM
- Leah said...
Glad you're still in love!
- May 24, 2010 at 10:06 PM
- Elaina said...
What a fabulous welcome basket! Could there be croissants in the brown bag?
- May 25, 2010 at 7:26 PM
- stephmodo said...
Elaina...fresh strawberries :)
- May 25, 2010 at 8:06 PM


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Welcome to the Golitha website, the home of quality Bull Terriers. This is my new updated website. This site will be frequently updated so be sure to check back regularly and refresh your browser
Golitha is a small-scale family show kennel located in Hull, East Riding Of Yorkshire. Our goal is to produce quality dogs that are as near to the breed standard as we can possibly get; dogs that are happy, healthy and well-adjusted. Temperament and health are paramount in our breeding because ultimately any dog, even a show dog's most important role is being a loved member of the family.
Golitha Bull Terriers are:
Steve & Stephanie Paterson
My interest in Bull Terriers started in 1982. It was a chance encounter with a friend's parent's Bullie whilst on weekend leave from the Royal Navy before we deployed to the Falklands. That chance encounter clearly made a lasting impression; to this day Bull Terriers are the only breed of dog I have owned, or even wanted to own.
My first dog
was a Ch Ghabar Crusader son and my first bitch was a Ch Aricon Eye Spy
daughter. It was those two Bullies that taught me everything I know about owning
Bull Terriers, the heartache, the tears, but mostly the joy and the fun. They
are certainly the clown prince of the canine world. Give them an inch and
they'll take a mile, however, they will give you absolute & unconditional love
and total loyalty in exchange for a place on the settee and an old shoe to chew
on, well actually it doesn't have to be old, they're just as happy with a new
one, even if you're not; but you've just got to love them warts and all,
regardless of their antics!
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The Golitha show dogs are owned by myself, Steve Paterson and the affix 'Golitha' is named after the breathtaking Golitha Falls situated on the River Fowey in Cornwall where I spent many a tranquil walk with my Bullies.
Have a look around. we will be trying to keep the website as up-to-date as possible, but sometimes work & show commitments make this quite difficult, but we'll do our best. So, if you are interested in a pup, contact us for details of present and upcoming litters. We hope you enjoy the website and look forward to hearing from you, thanks for your interest.
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WASHINGTON — Senate Banking Committee Chairman Chris Dodd's latest regulatory reform bill was expected to clear up how state consumer protection laws will be applied to national banks.
It did the opposite.
The Senate bill would explicitly return to the so-called "Barnett" standard that existed before the preemption rules issued by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency in 2004. But the bill also contains language that OCC officials warned would make preemption more complex and burdensome.
For instance, the OCC said, it would be harder for a national bank to ignore a state law it believes interferes with its business and easier for state attorneys general to file class actions against federally chartered banks.
"We had hoped in the Senate the bill would correct and address some of those concerns and in fact lead more toward a place where we have strong uniform standards," Comptroller John Dugan said Wednesday. "Unfortunately, it seems to be a step backward from what the House bill had done."
The issue is also crucial to state regulators, who see federal regulatory reform as a chance to revisit an issue on which they have lost in the courts. They argue that the best way to protect consumers is to let states enact and enforce their own laws against all banks, regardless of charter.
Preemption "is one of the most important consumer protection issues and in my opinion even more important than where the CFPA should be housed," said New York Banking Superintendent Richard Neiman, referring to the proposed Consumer Financial Protection Agency.
The Obama administration unveiled a regulatory reform plan last June that would have eliminated preemption, allowing states to write and enforce their own laws against national and state banks. The House passed a reg reform bill in December and took a slightly different tack, but Dodd's initial bill, introduced last November, echoed the president's draft.
Both the House and Senate bills would try to restore the so-called Barnett standard, named for a 1996 Supreme Court decision, Barnett Bank v. Nelson, which allowed the OCC to preempt state laws on a case-by-case basis. The Senate version would explicitly refer to that court case in defining preemption standards, but the House bill uses its own language that national banks and the OCC have warned do not adequately reflect the Barnett standard.
The OCC also argues that additional requirements in the Senate bill could upend the preemption process. Chief among them is a provision that says the OCC or a court must make a "determination" that a state law is preempted before a national bank could ignore that law. Under current rules, a national bank can decide a state law is preempted and opt not to follow it, pending review by the regulator or a court.
The Senate bill, however, would not let a bank do that without an affirmative decision from the OCC or a court — a process that could take months or even years. The OCC also would have to consult with the proposed new consumer protection regulator before issuing any preemption ruling and review its decisions every five years.
"The standard that has to be evoked for federal preemption and uniform standards has gotten higher and harder to invoke, which is not a good thing," Dugan said.
It is not even clear whether, once the OCC preempts a particular state law, this decision would suffice to cover a similar law in a different state, observers said. The bill says the OCC can preempt a state law that is "substantially equivalent" but is unclear about what this means.
"The bill requires the OCC to act on a case-by-case basis," said Ray Natter, a partner in Barnett Sivon & Natter PC. "If a preemption determination is based on reasons that would apply to a lot of state laws, you shouldn't have to adjudicate every similar law enacted by the states. You should be able to rely on the precedent and the explanation for the decision. Otherwise, you are bogging the agency and the courts with needless litigation."
The end result is that, though preemption would still exist, it would be harder and more costly to invoke.
"It's going to be a higher hurdle," said Gil Schwartz, a partner in Schwartz & Ballen LLP. "I think national banks will still be able to rely significantly on the ability to preempt state laws. It's just that the process will become more cumbersome."
Banking industry representatives are also concerned that both the House and Senate bills would overturn the 2007 Watters v. Wachovia Supreme Court decision, which said that operating subsidiaries of national banks enjoy the same preemption rights as their parents.
Instead, the bill would force subsidiaries and affiliates to comply with state consumer law regardless of whether it applies to national banks.
"It's significant because the comptroller was willing to go to the Supreme Court to make clear [that preemption] applies to subsidiaries," said Schwartz. "If subsidiaries are subject to state law, then it would require significant restructuring by some national banks who have put their mortgage companies in the subsidiary."
Like the House bill, the Senate version would expand state attorney general powers against national banks. The House bill would let an attorney general enforce both state and federal consumer laws against national banks, and the Senate bill would also let attorneys general bring civil actions against national banks.
"On one hand the Senate bill supports the Barnett standard, but on the other hand it undermines it," said Scott Talbott, a senior vice president of government affairs of the Financial Services Roundtable.
But Jane Azia, the director of consumer protection in the New York Banking Department, defended the expansion, saying it is needed to beef up consumer protection. "It allows states to act proactively and aggressively to enforce their own laws in their states," she said.
For their part, state regulators are satisfied to restore the Barnett standard but prefer the House version, which says a state law must "significantly" interfere with the business of banking before it can be preempted. The Barnett court case is couched in similar language but adds tests that have made it easier for the OCC to persuade courts that a law is preempted.
"The OCC has always interpreted Barnett to give it more flexibility to applying preemption," said Neiman, the New York regulator. "That's why utilizing the specific language of the House bill really reflects what the holding of Barnett should be."
Banking industry representatives said that much of the fight can turn on just a few legislative words and that is why Congress should drop any change in preemption standards.
"One of the problems in this area [is], very small changes in language can make a big difference and, if it isn't just dropped, there will be confusion about the issue for years as everything is relitigated," said Ed Yingling, the American Bankers Association CEO.
But Yingling said he remains hopeful the Senate will ultimately drop the issue.
"At one point in … negotiations, it was widely reported there would be no preemption provision, which would mean the status quo would be maintained," he said. "We still hope that would be [the] final result."
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Nearly two months have passed since the last time I went hands on with the Galaxy Tab, but that was with the international model and yesterday we received Sprint's version. Has Samsung addressed the concerns we had? Is this the Android tablet to get this Christmas? First impressions after the jump.
If you want an Android tablet this Christmas, then stop your search and go pre-order a Galaxy Tab right now. It is the best Android tablet available and nothing else even comes close.
However, if you are not quite sold and you can hold out a few months then I suggest waiting till January when we expect most manufacturers will unveil their dual-core tablets running Android 3.0. Samsung already confirmed they are working on a Honeycomb tablet so the Galaxy Tab will only be their flagship product for a couple months.
I really love the Samsung Galaxy Tab but I don't think I'm ready to jump into the Android tablet waters until Google signals that it is safe. We have heard that Android 3.0 offers a completely overhauled experience and I'm excited about the exclusive games which are coming to the Tegra 2 platform.
Samsung has already stated that the Galaxy Tab will be updated to Android 2.3, but we are uncertain if it will receive Android 3.0. If that eventually happens, it might not occur till next Christmas. Over 3 million U.S. customers purchased a Samsung Galaxy S phone with the expectation they would get an update to Android 2.2, and months later they are still waiting.
It is impossible to review a new product in only one day, so we will be doing several in-depth videos each day this week. Today I will cover the packaging and do a quick walk-through of some of the Tab's highlights. Check back later this week for a closer look at the browser, camera, and more.
Some of my Tab impressions in quick bullet form:
- Performance is on par with the Samsung Galaxy S. Some games run a little slower because of the higher resolution.
- The TouchWiz UI is the best tablet UI that I have seen yet. We love the homescreen options and most of the apps are optimized to work in landscape mode.
- No GPS problems to report here. We drove around with the Tab and it does an excellent job of providing real-time navigation.
- The U.S. version of the Tab doesn't make phone calls, but you can still send text messages.
- Qik caused the system to crash the first time I used it. The Tab completely locked up and I had to wait several minutes before it would power on. We eventually got Qik to work, but went with Tango.
- Most apps and games work on the Tab with no issues. There are a few that do not scale properly, but most developers have started to update their apps.
Have more Galaxy Tab questions? Leave a comment and we will monitor this story as we keep posting new videos this week.


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Count on fun with this toddler powered cash register! Press the number buttons to spin the colorful display, and then count the featured fruits and veggies. Place a matching coin in one of the dual coin slots and twist the knob to see what happens. Coins tumble down the slide or disappear into the cash drawer. Just press the big purple button to open it! Sturdy, quiet toy encourages early counting and number skills and allows children to explore cause and effect.
• Cash register
• 5 numbered coins
Cash register measures 10"L x 8"H x 9"W
Grades: Toddler +
Learning Styles: Visual, Tactile
Skill Development: Social & Behavioral, Math, Language, Fine Motor, Basic Concepts
New Sprouts® Ring It Up Cash Register - My very own cash register
- Brand: Learning Resources
- Product Code: LER9229
Tags: Play Money, Mathematics, Manipulatives, Hands-On, Play Money, Pre-school, early childhood, Mathematics, Games, Mathematics, Manipulatives, Hands-On, Games, Pre-school, early childhood, Mathematics, Readiness: Games & Active Play, Early Childhood, Learning Resources


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Plaztech Information
Plaztech Home Improvements in Tiverton, Devon, have over 20 years of local experience in affordable alterations to your home. If you are thinking of having a new loft conversion, extension, uPVC windows or conservatory, you will be glad you found us.
Small enough to care and large enough to manage all types of improvement project, Plaztech Home Improvements offer a complete home improvement service in Devon, meaning that you don't need to worry about separate contractors for plumbing, electrical or construction work.
With years of experience of working together building extensions, loft conversions and conservatories in Devon, Plaztech employ only locally approved contractors.
Plaztech Home Improvements take care of all your planning needs - from application to compliance with building regulations - so you could save yourself some time and skip this page!
But if you're still reading, you may want to know more, so below you will find details about Building Regulations and Planning Permission. This can vary according to the area in which you live but should provide a sufficient guide. Contact us for advice.
Plaztech Home Improvements are available to give you advice and support throughout your project and beyond. We are proud of our workmanship and even after completion, we are just a call away if you need any further help or advice.
As well as specific advice about your project, we can ;-
- Help you to decide the most cost effective use of space
- Advise on interior and exterior decor
- Help you choose options like carpets and bathrooms
- Recommend helpful solicitors, estate agents and financial advisers
- Explain the timetables, building regulations and procedures involved
- Organise drawings and plans for planning submission (if necessary)