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Vestforbrænding is working to develop "the sustainable recycling station of the future". In this context, Nikolaj Bebe was invited to participate in a two-day long idea development and conceptualization workshop about the architectural expression.
Today, many of the activities taking place at recycling stations are noisy. Therefore, it´s in interest to develop some sort of wall that will reduce noise, as well as to investigiate how this can contribute to the recycling station's sustainable profile.
The purpose of the workshop was to provide input and ideas – in particular to the design and function. The various ideas will – to some extent – be tested at Farum Recycling Station, Municipality of Furesø, Denmark.


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(MoneyWatch) The U.S. Department of Treasury is offering folks a new way to put their tax refunds to work.
Under its "Ready, Save, Grow" initiative, the agency is offering the option to buy Series I Savings bonds in amounts ranging from $50 to $5,000. Under this program, Series I Savings bonds can be purchased with all or a portion of your tax refund and bought in paper or electronic form.
"The average annual tax refund of $3,000 can be compounded over time when invested in Savings bonds. I encourage tax refunds recipients to learn more about the benefits as they plan for long term savings goals," said Jerry Kelly, national director of the Ready, Save, Grow campaign.
To buy savings bonds with you tax refund, tax payers need to fill out "Form 8888, Allocation of Refund (Including Savings Bond Purchases)." If you want to purchase the bonds in electronic form, you can choose to have your refund deposited into a Treasury Direct account, where you'll then buy the bonds. That means you also need to set up an account at Treasury Direct, which can make it easier to manage these bonds if you buy them every year. You can also buy these bonds in paper form, and you can use your tax refund to purchase them as a gift to others, such as for your children or grandchildren.
Series I Savings bonds earn a composite interest rate, which is the combination of two rates -- a fixed rate and a semi-annual inflation rate. The fixed rate on I Bonds is currently set at 0 percent and remains fixed for the entire period beginning from the date of issue until the bonds expire in 30 years. I Bond fixed rates are determined each May 1 and November 1. Each fixed rate applies to all such bonds issued in the six months following the rate determination for that period.
The semi-annual inflation rate for Series I Savings bonds is an interest rate indexed to an inflation rate, known as the Consumer Price Index for all Urban Consumers (CPI-U). The semi-annual inflation rate is determined each May 1 and November 1. Each semiannual inflation rate applies to all outstanding I Bonds for six months. The current semi-annual inflation rate is 1.76 percent.
A rate of 1.76 percent may sound paltry for a long-term investment -- and it is. But you can sell these bonds anytime after you've owned then for at least one year. If you sell within five years, you'll lose three months of interest. But even if you do, it's still almost double the interest rate people are currently getting on bank savings account and money market funds. Another advantage is that interest on I Bonds is not taxable until the bond is redeemed and is not subject to state or local tax. The interest can also be completely tax free if the bond is sold and the proceeds are used to pay for qualifying higher education expenses.
Should folks use I Bonds that currently earn 1.76 percent for their long-term investing goals? With so many other investments that have the potential to earn higher long-term returns, I don't think that's such a great thing to do. But these bonds can be useful as a way to save in the short-term.

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"Dinner in a Dumpster" is an innovative dining event which has been organised to raise awareness around food waste, what actions we can take to avoid it, and how we can think more carefully about how much waste we actually generate in our daily activities.
There are four x 45 minute separate sittings at 11am, noon, 1pm and 2pm, where diners can enjoy a lovely free meal prepared and served by Encore expert staff.
Climate Week runs from 18th-22nd September and is a Scottish Government campaign to raise awareness of, and inspire action on, climate change. It aims to find out what people think, get some conversation going and enable further climate friendly actions from staff and communities.
Please join us for a dining experience with a difference!
Please note: Two menu options will be available catering for meat eaters and vegetarians. Due to the nature of the event, we cannot accommodate additional dietary requirements.


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With several completed transactions and more commercial properties in escrow, sales activity in the village of La Jolla is finally beginning to pick up.
"A lot of properties have sold and at good prices," said Phil Wise, a Colliers International senior vice president.
He said these properties, some of which have languished for a long time, are once again wanted by investors -- even if they aren't full.
The 35,997-square-foot Wall Street Plaza office and retail complex at 7863-7877 Girard Ave., that went through foreclosure in 2009, has reportedly been sold -- the property is on a ground lease -- to a Davlyn Investments partnership for $3.75 million.
Wall Street Plaza has more than 29,000 square feet of vacant space, according to CoStar (Nasdaq: CSGP), meaning it is only about 17 percent leased.
Tenants at Wall Street Plaza include Panera Bread (Nasdaq: PNRA) and Lawrence Poon Jewelry, but they are largely alone in an empty property.
John Hale, Davlyn Investments acquisitions director, said his firm plans to spend more than $2 million in upgrades to Wall Street Plaza with the intent of luring high-end boutique retail tenants.
"It's basically in a shell condition today," Hale said, adding the new name hasn't been determined. "It will be rehabbed and rebranded with a new name."
Hale, who found the listing for the property on auction.com, said he hopes to have the work completed by summer 2013.
Hale, whose firm has acquired some $850 million in commercial and multifamily assets over the years, said that one of the big challenges will be putting retail into all levels of a three-story building.
He said the building's high visibility should counteract any downsides, however.
"The building has certain challenges, but we believe that by renovating and rebranding the property we can reintroduce it to the market and capture the kind of high-end boutique operators who desire Class A retail space in iconic La Jolla," Hale said.
Wise said even with the vacant space at Wall Street Plaza, La Jolla's retail vacancy is now running at about 5 percent today.
That rate was higher than 6 percent by most accounts as recently as March 30.
Wise added the retail vacancy "will continue to fluctuate over the next 12 to 18 months until Wall St. Plaza, which currently comprises over a third of the current retail vacancy in the village, is renovated and becomes fully leased."
CoStar (Nasdaq: CSGP) reported La Jolla's office vacancy, which may have stood at more than 12 percent at the beginning of the year, has declined since -- ending at 9.5 percent at the end of September.
Meanwhile, several commercial properties sold in October alone, and more are in escrow.
The former two story, 25,464-square-foot Copley Office Building at 7776 Ivanhoe Ave. sold for $6.15 million to Ivanhoe Investors LLC, a unit of JMI Equity of La Jolla with Paul V. Barber as its member.
The transaction also included an adjacent 7,048-square-foot parking lot at 7752-7754 Ivanhoe Ave. The building is 100 percent leased, according to CoStar.
The two-story, 3,000 square-foot Shepherd Trust office/retail building at 1113 - 23 Wall St., sold last month for $1.6 million to Sunset Lending Management, LLC.
This isn't the only former Shepherd Trust office property in the mix. The 4,713-square-foot office property at 7850 Ivanhoe has also sold for $1.6 million to a Collins Family Partnership entity.
The Collins family's Collins General Contracting has been selling hundreds of the thousands of building square feet in and around Sorrento Valley.
Another October sale was that of the two story 8,232-square-foot office and retail building at 1744 -1745 Girard for $2.2 million to Riverbed Property Enterprises.
Also in October, the two story 3,080-square-foot office property that has long served as the headquarters of Harman Realtors at 7835 Ivanhoe Ave., sold for approximately $2.1 million, according to county records.
The buyer is a limited liability corporation controlled by Horatio Valeiras, of La Jolla.
"In addition purchase negotiations are ongoing on several other landmark Village of La Jolla Properties," said Wise, who did not elaborate further.
Wise said La Jolla's retail market continues to slowly improve.
"With the exception of Wall St. Plaza there just are not any Girard Avenue vacancies from Prospect Street all the way to Kline (Street)," Wise said.
New retailers entering La Jolla are Kate Space and Lo Lo Calisto on Girard Avenue, near Prospect St. Sunglasses & More, and Y3 on Girard near Polo Ralph Lauren.
After being on the West side of Girard Avenue, La Jolla Music relocated across the street into space close to La Jolla Elementary. The "new" premises sat empty nearly 10 years.
Additionally, The Perfumery leased space next to Tile Nine, on Herschel Avenue just across the street from the Seaside Home furnishings store.
"It seems that with the opening of the Herringbone Restaurant in addition to the existing mix of Whisknladle, Puesto, Burger Lounge and Karl Strauss Brewery, along with Brooks Brothers, Seaside Home Furnishings and Tommy Bahama, the intersection of Herschel and Wall Street is becoming the 'action' street in the village," Wise added.
Some buildings remain difficult to fill.
The 28,448-square-foot property at 1010-1012 Prospect St., which just went through a foreclosure, was at least 16.4 percent vacant, according to CoStar.
Tenants in the building include the Living Room Coffeehouse, EC San Diego, Integrative Imaging Systems, National Mortgage Associates and Re/Max.
The 60,921-square-foot La Jolla Bank Building (office and retail) at 888 Prospect St. has nearly half its space vacant, but Wise said owner Frederick Howe -- CEO of the Med-Impact pharmaceutical firm -- is in negotiations with a prospective tenant that would bring the property to almost, if not completely, leased.
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AMAG Pharmaceuticals to report financial results
Waltham's AMAG Pharmaceuticals Inc. announced that it will report financial results for the fourth quarter and year at 8 a.m. Feb. 14, before the U.S. financial markets open. Management will host a conference call and webcast at 8 a.m. to discuss the results and provide an update on recent corporate developments. U.S./Canada dial-in number: 877-412-6083; international dial-in number: 702-495-1202; conference ID: 65936323; replay dial-in number: 855-859-2056; replay international dial-in number: 404-537-3406. A telephone replay will be available from approximately 11 a.m. on Feb. 14 through midnight on Feb. 21. For information: amagpharma.com.
Blue Cross Blue Shield announces purchase agreement
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts announced that it has entered into a long-term agreement to purchase 2.6 megawatts of net metering credits from five community solar projects located in Hopedale and Mendon. These projects, owned by Ameresco Inc., of Framingham, will enable residents and businesses in the Blackstone Valley and throughout National Grid territory of Southeastern Massachusetts to lower their electricity costs and reduce carbon emissions. Overall, these projects will comprise a total of approximately 6.9 megawatts of renewable power. Net metering credits are produced by generating renewable energy from solar and applying those credits to customer utility bills, reducing a customer's overall monthly electricity costs. The five projects will increase the amount of power generated by community solar projects in Massachusetts by an estimated 13 percent and reduce carbon emissions by approximately 6,300 metric tons, the equivalent of taking 1,328 cars off the road. The Hopedale and Mendon projects represent a portfolio of community solar projects located in the Blackstone Valley region that are being built by and are owned by Ameresco, a leading independent provider of comprehensive energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions for facilities throughout North America and the United Kingdom. In March of 2016, Blue Cross announced significant progress on its 2015 sustainability goals and the launch of the company's new 2020 sustainability goals.
Milford Regional to open Blood Donation Center
Milford Regional Medical Center, in partnership with the American Red Cross, is opening a Blood Donation Center at the hospital. The new space for blood donations will be situated off the new imaging center's waiting room where the old emergency department used to be located. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 9 a.m. Feb. 22, just before the door opens to welcome donors to take part in the kick-off blood drive held in its new location. Those who give blood on that day will receive a $5 Dunkin' Donuts card. Milford Regional has participated in Red Cross blood drives for more than a decade, but they were limited by the availability of space. Blood drives will be held twice a month in the new Blood Donation Center; for dates and times, go to redcrossblood.org. To participate in the Feb. 22 blood drive at Milford Regional, all eligible donors are urged to make an appointment.


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The Humane Society of the United States Demonstrates Commitment to Replace Animal Testing by Investing in Hurel Corporation
The Humane Society of the United States, the nation's largest animal protection organization, announced its investment in Hurel Corporation ("Hurel"), a leading developer of technology that can replace animals in drug development and chemical testing.
Hurel, a pioneer of "organ on a chip" in vitro systems for drug development, focuses on the production of 3-dimensional tissue cultures that simulate and predict the in vivo function of the liver and other organs. Hurel delivers its products for use by researchers in their own laboratories, or alternatively, the researchers can send their compounds to Hurel for testing on a services basis. The HSUS's funds will support original scientific research into new applications of Hurel's cell culture technologies, as well as the commercial launch of Hurel's first series of products.
The HSUS made its investment as part of a program to support companies whose technologies, products or services promote a "humane economy" and actively advance the animal protection goals of The HSUS. Its investment in Hurel is The HSUS's first ever in the area of 21st century biomedical science and technology. Spring Mountain Capital, which recently led a $9.2 million financing effort for Hurel, has welcomed The HSUS as a participating co-investor.
"This investment reflects our confidence that technologies like Hurel's have the potential to greatly reduce the use of animals in drug development and chemical safety testing," said Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of The HSUS. "We are using our capital to align scientific innovation and animal protection and to support our role as a leader in finding alternatives to using animals that will ultimately lead to better medical treatments and end the suffering of animals in laboratories."
Hurel CEO Robert Freedman said, "We are honored and gratified to receive the support of The Humane Society of the United States. Gratified by The HSUS' financial commitment, certainly; but equally by their recognition of Hurel's potential to reduce the use of animals in drug development through the creation of more accurate, human-relevant in vitro prediction of a drug's effects. We are confident that Hurel's technology constitutes the kind of game-changing tool for which researchers, regulators and patients have been waiting."


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Eating out with small children is not an enjoyable experience. There was a long period when fine dining became a distant memory for us. MacDonalds became our restaurant of choice because THEY HAD A PLAYGROUND. Anyone who has tried to keep toddlers or preschoolers confined to a seat for any longer than three minutes knows the importance of that playground. A meal out meant simply lurching from one disaster to the next – spilt juice, one needs to go to the toilet, one escapes and nearly bowls over a waitress carrying hot food, another screams incessantly because they don't want to be in a high chair, suddenly nobody likes chicken nuggets – by the time we got home we were exhausted and determined to never leave the house again.
Fast forward a number of years and you would think we could start to enjoy meals in real restaurants again. After all nobody needs a high chair and everyone is toilet trained.
Last night at 6.30pm we made the spontaneous decision to go out for dinner, basically neither of the adults could agree on who should cook so we decided to pay someone else to do it for us. Now normally we would get pizza and eat on the beach or fish and chips and sit on the town green overlooking the river. However, in my infinite wisdom I decided we would do a PROPER RESTAURANT.
First problem, nobody wanted to get to dressed. Shorts and thongs were out and everybody hated my choice of outfits so there was some intense debating and negotiating before we even managed to get into the car. However, like a woman possessed I persisted with the ludicrous idea that we could enjoy an evening out as a family – I even made a BOOKING for a table.
On arrival we discover the local Greek restaurant has essentially become an Italian joint so our tastebuds have to do an about turn and reacclimatise to a more Roman inspired menu than we were expecting but we do.
I've arrived with a camera because I'm a blogger now and everything we do is a photo opportunity and a possible blog post. In the back of my mind I have the faint notion I could do a food blogger type review of the restaurant – you know stylised shots of the food, waxing lyrically about the superb presentation, slight concerns about the overuse of conflicting herbs (OK I can't cook and know nothing about food but I've watched Masterchef – it can't be that hard).
We start off fine the restaurant is right on the river so we get to watch the sunset.
Princess Child has come prepared, she has her I-pod and the latest book she is reading (just in case the company proves too dull for interaction). The book is Once and Then by Morris Gleitzman. Princess Child wants to know who Hitler was, and why was he a bad guy? So much for a fun night out.
We order drinks and the girls elect to have apple juice. Now, many years ago Hippie Child was banned from apple juice because it sent her hypo (I have no medical or scientific evidence to back this up I just know when she drank apple juice she began talking really fast and jumping off furniture). When she orders apple juice I figure it will be alright she would have outgrown that by now.
The first course arrives and I even manage to photograph it.
But after that things go a bit pear-shaped. The apple juice kicks in and Hippie Child becomes highly witty and amusing but talks non-stop and giggles at everything. We begin to wonder if there was alcohol in the juice. Meanwhile Princess child gets dizzy, develops a headache decides she tired and wants to go home. The service is great at the restaurant but there is a delay before our mains arrive. The girls end up outside running along the river to keep themselves amused, of course the meals arrive minutes after we've let them go.
Everyone is starving. I forget to photograph the meals. In the end the only shot I get is the empty shells from Mr Shambles mussels in tomato sauce. They were apparently very nice.
Then someone needs to go to the toilet – oh it was me alright – I should have done those pelvic floor exercises they recommended after childbirth.
One of the downsides of having children old enough to be taken to restaurants is they eat like adults. Which means we pay double what we used to for a night out. By the time we get to the dessert menu Mr Shambles and I are doing mental calculations in our head and both decline. The girls enjoy their lemon tart and panacotta and we manage to steal bites when they aren't looking.
Again, I forget to photograph the food. I decide there are plenty of great food bloggers out there, you don't need another one.
We eventually make it to the car with our wallet substantially lighter. The girls fight in the back seat all the way home. So ends another night of family bonding activities.


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Finally I've run the engine :) Had a small problem with the AFR's at 80mph it started running lean so the injector basic adjustment was increased.
AFR's at 60 mph
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Finally I've run the engine :) Had a small problem with the AFR's at 80mph it started running lean so the injector basic adjustment was increased.
AFR's at 60 mph
AFR's at 80 mph
The AFR's have settled down now I been putting miles on the engine.
The old red mist came over me when a 08 ST focus pulled up behind me at the lights, didn't give it any welly at first...
Slowly running the 2.5ltr engine in and trying to dial the injectors in.
After raising/lowering the injector constant and dead times it was still running rich. So it was back to basics.
I've found out that I didn't need to increase the injectors values by 8% as I'm running the latest wideband control software.
I'm running the same 608 bin file with the 2.5 as I was running with...
Over the last 4 days I've been removing the 2.3ltr lump and installing the 2.5ltr engine.
It took 2 evenings after work to remove the old engine.
Then on Saturday it was a...
There are softer than old springs :)
Up date time :)
Over the Easter weekend and this weekend quite a few jobs were done on the car.
Firstly the old struts were changed for some nice new ones.
Picked these up from the machine shop on Friday, the large one is for is to replace the heavy crank pulley. The other on is for the idler pulley just waiting for the bearing, shaft and the 2...
The problem is the P80 pre ME7 the alternator rotates clockwise and the P80 ME7 alternator rotates anti-clockwise.
The ME7 alternator has a one way clutch in the pulley, it only engages...
So as I've gone for a S60R head it means I have to use the P2 ME7 cam belt cover which in turns opens up another load of problem to overcome :)
As the 850 aux belt tensioner won't fit due to the...
I wasn't 100% happy with the throttle linkage when using the me7 inlet manifold and plus the intercooler to throttle body pipe kept blowing off the throttle body.
So I've gone back to more...
I picked the cylinder head from the machine shop, had to have 4 thou skimmed off of it to make it flat.
Then it was just a case of fitting the head, tighten it down, fit the cams and the cam...
I have yet to come across a 850 block that hasn't got badly worn cylinder bores.
I've got a V70AWD 2.5lpt engine with 160k miles on it but the bores are more and likely worn so as you said...
So now the AWD conversion is finished I was offered a S60R engine which had more cracks in the liners than crazy paving :)
The engine was stripped down and a shopping list of parts was drawn up, A...
Volvo 850 t5 crank main and big end brgs, apart from oem brgs what other makes to people recommend ?
Update time.
It`s about time the suspension got an overhaul as I`ve never changed the front shocks so I brought a set of 850 Bilsteins b4`s, just need to get some top mounts and some front...
Forgot to put a photo of the engine bay :)
I have the same problem, mine when cold only comes out of the off side pipe.
I had the tracking done which has made a big difference to the steering :)
I've done just over a hundred miles in it now, still getting used to the diesel box, I have to remember to change down to...
It was the brake pressure switch on the master.
Won't the exhaust just come out of the near side silencer ?
As it has further to travel to come out of the off side.
The last job was to make a MAF bracket, instead of just making the bracket I ended up make a air box complete with cold air feed.
Took the car out for a test drive, well the...
Reference tyres,
I came across this on an American Web site about the early awd and tyres.
IF there is a tire circumference difference you use the larger on front. The overrunning clutch in...
It was just a case of fitting a tracs ABS unit and a tracs switch and it was plug and play :)
There's something you don't see everyday..........
Finished the...
Had a week of dodging the rain but managed too remove the engine/gearbox and fit the replacement engine with XC70 D5 gearbox also swapped over the abs unit to a tracs unit.


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Insightful gems are unearthed throughout the flawed but engrossing Salinger,a much-anticipated documentary about the author of The Catcher in the Rye.
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Despite its considerable flaws, Salinger is a valuable and engrossing biography of the author.
Salerno, as if he's unsure of what he's got, goes to great lengths to heighten the drama with crisp editing, a strong score, frequent sound effects and snappy visuals.
Although it is overlong, it manages to be fascinating for much of its running time. But it also disappoints on many counts, providing another example of hype outpacing actual achievement -- a syndrome that Salinger himself would probably have deplored.
At two hours and nine minutes, Salinger is at least 40 minutes too long, suffering, just like the book, from its creators' obsessive zeal. Only here, you can't page ahead to the next chapter.
It's difficult to get past the film's restless, ill-fittingly bombastic style.
Salinger, directed by Mr. Salerno, is less a work of cinema than the byproduct of its own publicity campaign.
What the movie gets hilariously, howlingly wrong is the idea that a life like Salinger's—so extraordinary, yet so willfully humdrum—could somehow be captured by the most shopworn of cinematic techniques.
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Business Etiquette in China Siyi Liu PRIME Class of 2011 M.S. Program in Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship Brown University April 5th, 2011 The initial approach • Chinese business contacts are mostly referrals; essentially a business relationship is struck based on another business associate recommendation. • However, it is common today for cold calls and direct contacts, given the availability of the internet and the competitive nature of Chinese businesses. You may source from the internet, trade fairs, catalogues and brochures, advertisements and approach the Chinese companies directly through a call or email. • Address a person using his or her family name only, such as Mr. Chen. Avoid using someone's given name unless you have known him or her for a long period of time. Formality is a sign of respect, and it is advisable to clarify how you will address someone very early in a relationship, generally during your first meeting. • Business interactions between men and women are reserved. After an initial handshake, avoid body contact such as hugging or kissing on the cheek. Business Etiquette in China 2 Business Relationship in China • Chinese business relationship inevitably becomes a social relationship after a while. Unlike Western business relationship which remains professional and perhaps, aloof, even after a long time, Chinese business relationship becomes a social one. • The more you share your personal life, including family, hobbies, political views, aspirations, the closer you are in your business relationship. Sometimes, a lot of time is spent discussing matters outside of business, but then a lot of time, the other party is also making up his mind about your deal based on how much he sees your personal relationship with him. Business Etiquette in China 3 Seniority is important in China • Seniority is very important to the Chinese especially if you are dealing with a State owned or government body. Instead of addressing the other party as Mr or Mrs XX and XX, it is always appropriate to address the other party by his designation eg. Chairman XX and XX, Director XX and XX or Manager XX and XX. • When giving out name cards or brochures, make sure you start with the most senior person before moving down the line. When giving out a name card or receiving one, ensure that you are stretching out with both hands with the card. Remember to face the card you are giving out in a manner such that the recieving party gets it facing him correctly. • Tips: In China, it is assumed that the first person that enters the room is the head of the group. Business Etiquette in China 4 Giving Face or Gei MianZi • Giving face (aka giving due respect) is a very important concept in China. You must give the appropriate respect according to rank and seniority. For example, if you are buying gifts for an initial contact, make sure you buy better gifts for the senior managers instead of buying similar gifts across the board. • Similarly, sitting positions in a meeting room or a dining table is accorded accordingly to rank, importance and seniority. It is good to seek advice before embarking on your first meeting with Chinese business contacts to avoid making the wrong move. Business Etiquette in China 5 Extension for Giving Face • Do not underestimate the concept of losing face. Arriving late, causing embarrassment, behaving confrontationally, insisting too hard on paying a bill or calling attention to a mistake can all cause loss of face. • However, complimenting someone on their business acumen in front of their colleagues is an easy way to win points. • If a Chinese person has misunderstood you, or cannot (or does not want to) answer a question, they may laugh to cover their embarrassment. Try not to get agitated. They may come back to you with an answer later once they've had the chance to think it through or find out the answer. If they don't, you'll need to ask again—but it's best not to do this in front of others so as not to cause a loss of face. Business Etiquette in China 6 Lunch/Dinner in China • There is no business talk in China without at least one trip to a restaurant. Sometimes, a trip is made to the restaurant even before any business discussion take place! Inevitably, the restaurant will always be a grand one and you are likely to be hosted in a private room. • There is an elaborate seating arrangement for a Chinese business meal. There are fixed seating positions for the host and the guest and then they are seated again according to seniority. This is a very important aspect of a formal dinner and it is important that you follow the rules accordingly. However, it seems that the Northern Chinese are very particular to this formal seating arrangement while the Southern Chinese has loosen the formalities somewhat. • Try to master chopsticks before you arrive in China. Chinese food is eaten informally, with everyone serving themselves from several main dishes on a central turntable. You will usually be seated on the right of your Chinese host, who will always serve you first. Business Etiquette in China 7 Extension for Dinner in China • Frequent toasts are not unusual. Mao tai (or baijiu), a fiery 60-70 proof liqueur distilled from sorghum, is what you'll typically drink. If you can't keep up (and it's usually better not to), join in the toast with beer or a soft drink. Better yet, bring a partner who can drink on your behalf! • However, do not toast to a woman. • Drinking a lot (and even drunkenness) may earn you respect or trust, since many Chinese believe that alcohol causes barriers to come down and true intentions to be revealed. • During a meal, do not turn a fish over to get to the flesh on the underside. Superstition holds that turning a fish over will cause a fishing boat to capsize. • You may be invited to eat at someone's home. Always bring a gift (fruit or flowers or something from your own country), and remember to take your shoes off at the threshold. Business Etiquette in China 8 Dress Code • • Conservative suits for men with subtle colors are the norm. Women should avoid high heels and short sleeved blouses. The Chinese frown on women who display too much. • Subtle, neutral colors should be worn by both men and women. • Casual dress should be conservative as well. • Men and women can wear jeans. However, jeans are not acceptable for business meetings. Business Etiquette in China 9 Business Etiquette in China 10 Controversial Issues in China • There are some taboo areas in social conversations with the Chinese. Try to avoid these conversational topics as much as possible. I have seen many nasty arguments as a result of these topics: • Don't mention that Taiwan is an independent state or a country • Don't praise Shanghai in front of natives of Beijing and similarly vice versa Business Etiquette in China 11 Survival Tips • • • • • Bring a large supply of business cards. You may meet many more people than anticipated. Keep in mind that in China, and virtually all other countries, that 3/6/00 means June 3, 2000. When sending correspondence, avoid confusion by writing your date in full. Compliment someone in front of their boss and colleagues is an easy way to win points. Do not try too hard to "go Chinese." Chinese do not expect you to know all of their etiquette, and they make allowances for foreigners. Keep the above guidelines in mind, but above all, be yourself. Do learn a few words of Chinese. This shows an interest in your host's language and culture. It also is a very good icebreaker. Eg. Hello Thank you ni hao xie xie Hello (honorific) Cheers (toast) nin hao ganbei Business Etiquette in China 12 Always keep in mind • • • • • Smile Be Professional Giving Face Keep learning beyond the "classroom" Make friends you can make friends via SNS online platforms: renren, QQ, sina twitter etc. Business Etiquette in China 13 Useful Recourses • • • Magazines: TimeOut Beijing, Timeout Shanghai - lifestyle, cuisine, Cultural events (Biweekly,¥10.00 for each issue) Newspaper: Modern Weekly - News, Fortune, Cultural, City Life, Fashion (weekly, ¥5.00 for each one) TV: CCTV9 (China Central Television International Channel) -International News, classic Chinese culture, etc. ICS ( International Channel Shanghai) - local news, lifestyle etc. Business Etiquette in China 14


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This book was developed by PT. Telsis Indonesia, a software manufacturer that is engaged in international standards-based education and bilingual 3-dimensional.
This book like a real book, that the reader will be amazed when opening the 4D book applications. See the preview video below.
PT. Telsis Indonesia as a software developer has signed an MOU with Taiwan UMEX (Wed 04/09). UMEX is a hardware developer. UMEX will make the PC Tablet and will be inserted 4D book application on the PC. If touch screen PC tablet with the 4D Book application, reading will be more fun and would facilitate the user in exploring the contents of the book.


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I manage this exceptional Direct Ocean view Suite for a friend that lives in Vancouver BC. I also manage a hand-full of Honua Kai's FINEST accommodations for other friends that live abroad. I manage ONLY SUPERIOR Ocean view and Ocean FRONT Suites, so you will never be disappointed with one of the FINEST accommodations the Honua Kai Resort & Spa has to offer. I am a Hawaii licensed Real Estate Broker, and have been licensed on Maui for over twenty-five years. I live just two stop lights away from the Honua Kai Resort & Spa, and I am here to make sure that you have the dream vacation you are expecting...
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"Specialty " Suite 441 Hokulani, happens to be one of the rarest and most desired two bedrooms available at the Honua Kai Resort & Spa... Why, because it is just one of sixteen such suites that offers a true ocean view from WITHIN the suite. The Honua Kai is 'U' Shaped. Because of the 'U' shape, most of the views from within the suites are directed into the Resort itself, or there are views into the surrounding areas, NOT the ocean. The vast majority of two-bedroom suites that are being sold as 'Ocean View' are actually not looking directly out to the ocean at all. To see the ocean from most two-bedroom suites, you must actually go outside to the lanai to get a glimpse of the ocean. As you are searching for the accommodation that best suits your needs, be certain that the view that is shown in the advertisement is actually the view from WITHIN the suite. Another outstanding feature of this spectacular suite is its exceptionally large wrap-around lanai. Most two-bedroom suites have just 165 square feet of lanai space; this "Specialty" Suite offers 315 square feet of lanai space! If a TRUE OCEAN VIEW and the enjoyment of the beautiful Hawaiian breeze on your very own spacious lanai are important to your Maui Vacation; "Specialty" Suite 441 Hokulani promises an experience that will exceed your expectations.
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I haven't polished my nails today, because when I woke up I had the sudden urge to do something about the mess a.k.a my apartment. I have a notion to start a project, like sorting, rearrange furniture or things like that. And then get stuck in the middle of it, leaving things in a big mess. So for the past month or so, I have been living in total chaos. Now it's a little less messy anyway, and I hope to get things done tomorrow as well.
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Pauline was born on June 8, 1925 on a farm near Constance Nebraska to Otto and Mary (Wuesterwald) Walz. In 1945 she married Vernon E Nedved of Yankton, SD. To this union they had 8 children: Paul, Rapid City, SD; Kip (Nancy) Deer Park, WA; Kathy (Rich) Trent, Deer Park, WA; Connie (Peter) Dye, Emery, SD; Jane (John) Gleich, Yankton, SD; Carol (Dennis) Severson, Platte, SD; Mike (Diane), Mt. Vernon, SD; Steve (Nancy), Mitchell, SD; 24 grandchildren and 46 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her sisters, Rosine Horacek and Mary Jane Gullickson, both of Yankton, SD and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; twin brothers, Roman and Raymond Walz and sister, Gertrude Dolejsi.
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Last Saturday, 72 Boy Scouts and nine adult leaders from Will, Grundy and Kankakee counties departed for the Boy Scouts of America National Scout Jamboree in New River Gorge, W.V.
Approximately 40,000 Scouts, Venturers, volunteers,and staff from across the nation are taking part in the 2013 National Scout Jamboree—the first at the expansive new Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve in West Virginia. The Summit will serve as the permanent home for the Boy Scouts of America's national jamboree, a celebration of Scouting held every four years.
Located on a sprawling 10,600 acres in West Virginia's world-renowned adventure sports region known as the New River Gorge, the jamboree will take place July 15–24 and will embody the theme "Go Big. Get Wild." At the event, Scouts will be able to participate in adventures that reinforce the BSA's commitment to the physical wellness, including more than six miles of zip line challenge courses, 36 miles of mountain bike trails, 13 acres of shooting sports, as well as kayaking, rock climbing, bouldering, skateboarding, BMX, and various other activities.
"The Boy Scouts were built on the outdoors, and the Summit is built on epic adventure," said Wayne Perry, president of the Boy Scouts of America. "Since the groundbreaking in 2010, a wonderful transformation has taken place at this Scouting venue in the beautiful hills of West Virginia, with more than 1,000 West Virginians helping with construction efforts. This truly is a world-class facility for both the Scouting family and the people of West Virginia to be proud of and enjoy for years to come."
Plans for the Summit began in 2007, when BSA leadership began looking for a new home for the national jamboree. After reviewing more than 80 sites in 28 states, the BSA chose the property in West Virginia in 2009. The Summit project was initiated through a generous donation of $50 million from the S. D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation and the Stephen Bechtel Fund. Large gifts from Jim Justice, the Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust, Ed and Jeanne Arnold, Terrence and Peggy Dunn, J. Brett Harvey, the Suzanne and Walter Scott Foundation, Mike and Gillian Goodrich, and Philip Condit helped build much of the reserve. Many other donations have been contributed as the project has progressed.
Once the Summit is up and running during the jamboree, it will be the third-largest city in West Virginia. With a massive undertaking like that, the Boy Scouts of America called on many partners to complete the site in time for the 2013 National Scout Jamboree and to do so in a sustainable manner. Partners include the state of West Virginia, the city of Mount Hope, Fayette County, New River Gorge Economic Development Authority, the National Park Service, West Virginia National Guard, Fayette County.
In addition to adventures, there will also be exhibits, stadium shows with entertainment, service projects Scouts will complete in the nine counties surrounding The Summit, and opportunities to work on merit badges during the 10-day event. Participants will have an opportunity to camp out with friends, meet new people, experience high-adventure activities, learn new skills, enjoy the outdoors, and have fun in an atmosphere of Scouting fellowship.
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In Jesus' parable of the soils, it is the soil that produced thorns which seems to describe my own heart the best, because a plant sprouts and grows in that soil, but the fruitfulness of the plant is choked out by the thorns. Jesus explained to His disciples that the thorns represented the cares of the world, the deceitfulness of riches, and the desires for other things. In a previous post, I reflected on how the cares of the world choke our fruitfulness, and in this post I will explore how the deceitfulness of riches does the same.
The deceitfulness of riches are all those things which money promises but can't fulfill. Contentment, pleasure, security, excitement, meaning, intimacy, joy, peace, and so on–those are the things we are ultimately seeking through wealth, but they are the very things that can only be found in Christ. Therefore pursuing them through riches always comes up empty. And that is where money is deceitful–it is always saying "Just a little bit more…" or "If only you had this or could experience that, then life would be great…" But it cannot fulfill those promises.
As with the cares of the world, the deceitfulness of riches chokes out the Word and blocks fruitfulness simply by filling up our time and energy with what ends up to be empty pursuits. These may not be obviously sinful pursuits; in fact, for some it could be perceived as "just trying to provide for my family" or "just trying to plan responsibly for the future". But wealth is deceitful, and the line between responsibility and selfish desire is often rather blurry. And thus the thorns creep in and start filling up the soil of our hearts with one presumably innocent pursuit after another.
When Paul warns Timothy about the love of money (I Timothy 6:8-10), he says that "through this craving some have wandered away from the faith…" Wandered. Not run, but wandered. Granted, there may be some who ditch the faith overnight because of the empty pursuits of wealth, but Paul describes what happens most often–we wander. Like a toddler who is enamored by a colorful flower off the path, we wander from one colorful flower to the next, never intending to leave the path, yet realizing eventually that we are far from it.
So perhaps the question for this week is: am I more excited about giving thanks to God on Thursday or on finding the perfect deal on Black Friday? Nothing wrong with shopping on Black Friday (or any other day), but is it filling up the soil of my heart with things that will come up empty?


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Although you (^yeah that guy up there^) may think that organic farmers can't use pesticides, that is false. They can use pesticides that occur naturally, as in not the harsh-man-made-cancer-causing chemicals most people call "pesticides" jussayin.
Although organic foods are expensive they are really healthy for you. People may say that buying organic foods is just a waste of money and that they don't actually have anything better in them than inorganic foods, but that is wrong. According to The Soil Association there are a lot more vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and some essential fatty acids. If you were to eat a healthy organic meal one night than the next have a gross, fatty, inorganic and just plain unhealthy meal at McDonald's, you can definitely feel the difference in how your body reacts to them.
Organic farming is also good for the environment because it reduces pollutants in the groundwater and creates much richer soil that assists plant growth as well as reducing erosion.Organic farming also decreases the pesticides that can end up in the water that you drink. In some cities the pesticides in your tap water have been measured at very unsafe levels for weeks and months at a time, says EWG. According to a 15 year study, organic farming uses 50 percent less energy than other conventional farming methods.
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Organic food is healthier and generally more beneficial than non-organic foods because when they are grown, no pesticides are used. Pesticides are thought by some to be a cause of cancer, although this has not been proven unequivocally. Additionally, organic foods have zero or very limited amounts of food additives. Food additives like preservatives, coloring, flavoring, and artificial sweeteners used in non-organic foods are not very good for people.
First of all all food is organic! Organic just means that it is a carbon based life form, so anything that is living. Organic foods by itself is generally not a bad thing, but on a huge scale would be really bad. There are more natural non man made pesticides that could be used, but they aren't generally as effective. If we only grew non altered, pesticide free foods there would be mass starvation. We use these things to ensure that we will get a great harvest. I have no problem with people growing their own food, but as a country and as a world we can not.


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TWO MASTERS, DEN, FORMAL LIVING ROOM/DINING ROOM, SEPERATE FAMILY ROOM, WET BAR, KITCHEN WITH BREAKFAST AREA, ALL TILE EXCEPT BEDROOMS/DEN, KITCHEN OFFERS (ISLAND, BREAKFAST BAR, PANTRY, GRANITE, BUILT IN OVEN, COUNTER TOP STOVE), FIREPLACE, FULLY LANDSCAPE, VERY PRIVATE YARD, COMMUNITY OFFERS (INDOOR/OUTDOOR POOL AND SPA, TENNIS, CLUB HOUSE WITH TONS OF ACTIVITIES, GOLF, AND MUCH MORE), Directions SOUTH ON EASTERN, PASTK 215 TO ANTHEM ENTRANCE (BEAR LEFT) PAST CLUBHOUSE LEFT ON ATCHLEY RIGHT ON IDAHO FALLLS LEFT TO PROPERTY ON CORNER
Interior Features Include:
Blinds, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Coverings Partial
Fireplace Description Family Room
Total Fireplace 1
Heating: Gas
Source 2 or More Units, Central, Programmable Thermostat
Floor Type: Carpet, Ceramic
Exterior Features Include:
Back Yard Access, Barbeque Stub, Covered Patio
Fence Partial, Block
Acreage: 0.2100 Acres
Description Under 1/4 Acre, Corner
Landscape Desert Landscaping, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Mature Landscaping
View None
Square Feet 9148
Roof: Tile
Garage/Parking: Auto Door Opener(s), Entryto House, Finished Interior, Golf Cart Space/Parking
Garage Capacity: 3
Other Features Include:
Community: Sun City Anthem
Subdivision: Sun City Anthem Unit #27 2nd A
Golf Y
Water: Public
Sewer: Public
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A Weekend of #VanLife
Lessons from the Professionals
• Dave Phelps, Volkswagen Westfalia, Tahoe City
"The Eastern Sierra is home to some of the best natural hot springs in the country. If you have the time I say hop in the car and go see them all."
• Ed Coleman, Mercedes Roadtrek, Tahoe City
"Just about anywhere that has great mountain biking, which NorCal has tons of. It's just great to have your mini-house all set up wherever you are. Favorite spots are Carson Pass area, Santa Cruz, Quincy/Graeagle, Yosemite, and, of course, the urban-bivy in any cool town."
• Jeremy Jensen, Ford Transit-150, Reno
"The best trips I've had in the van have been between Half Moon Bay and Big Sur. There are endless spots on the highways in between to camp and explore. Nothing beats waking up to the ocean on the side of a cliff."
• Ashley Hutchinson, Refurbished DHL Sprinter Van, South Lake Tahoe
"My favorite out-of-the-Basin spot is the Eastern Sierra and Mammoth area. Big mountain skiing, world class rock climbing, hot springs, and primitive camping everywhere you look!"
• Will Castle, GMC Savana, Incline Village
"As much as I love the ever-so-popular Eastern Sierra, as a van dweller, when I need a quick-fix adventure, I tend to head toward Nevada City. I love its artist community in an old mining town setting, not to mention being able to walk or bike in the lush and mossy forest surroundings."
By RACHAEL BLUM | Moonshine Ink
Pulling onto I-80 I heard the engine roar as the vintage speedometer approached 60. I knew we weren't going to be crossing Donner Pass at lightning speed, nor did I care. The windows were down, allowing the summer wind to dance around our faces as we set off on a California backyard adventure in a rented Titan red 1989 Volkswagen Westfalia named Georgia.
We had worked hard all summer — my boyfriend Keith Dillon for a month of commercial salmon fishing in Alaska, and me doing doubles all summer in Tahoe's service industry. It was time for us to get away.
Instead of planning a long distance vacation involving plane tickets and lodging, we were sampling the trendy #vanlife. The source for our trusty stead — Outwesty Camper Vans, a Volkswagen Westfalia rental service in Tahoe City, owned by David Phelps.
Westfalias have always been a big part of Phelps' life. Whether he's traveling in one or refurbishing one, he's happy around them, he says. He joked that his friends may even consider it an addiction. Finally, after many requests from friends and family to rent his personal vans, he figured he should try offering them to everyone.
"These vans aren't exactly affordable anymore," he said. "It takes hundreds of hours and a fair amount of money to get the 30-year-old machines road-trip reliable. I take the hassle of ownership out of the picture for those that will only use them a few times a season anyway."
Phelps believes the driving experience is an important part of the road trip, saying that driving a monstrosity of a camper kills the idea of real camping. Because Westfalia pop-top vans handle with ease and have a rear engine design, putting the driver right over the front wheels, they have a driving experience like no other.
This summer was his first in operation, and, so far, business has been steady with many customers even flying in from other states to enjoy Outwesty adventures.
Outwesty currently offers four vans, two automatic and two manual transmissions, ranging in price from $175 to $195 a night.
Our Short Trip From Tahoe
My senior project at Sierra Nevada College profiled people who lived in their vans; discussed sustainability and socioeconomic and environmental factors that play a role in living the #vanlife; and outlined the steps you need to take to pursue that lifestyle. Ironically enough, I never moved into a van like I expected, but this trip made my van life dreams come true.
Our first stop, Inn Town Campground, is a relatively new and wonderfully accommodating campground with a pool, glamping cabins or tents, and RV sites in Nevada City. Onsite you feel far from everything, yet a short trek will lead you to historical downtown full of old brick buildings hosting delicious eats and cute shops.
After an evening in Nevada City we started leisurely cruising windy State Route 49 headed for Downieville. Happy for an opportunity to stretch our legs, we roamed the tiny streets among the fading evening sky, warm summer air, and garden fronted homes above the river.
The last leg of our journey brought us to the Sierra Buttes. As we ascended the narrow, steep road to our campsite, two picturesque birds fluttered across our path; everything is a little more romantic from a classic Outwesty Camper Van. The drive, slower speeds, birds, and scenery are all viewed with a rose colored lens in the new-to-us vehicle.
The following day brought us on a hike to the Sierra Butte Fire Lookout. The hike takes about an hour and a half through beautiful woods with amazing views including the Sardine Lakes below.
And, of course, a trip north on State Route 89 isn't complete without a stop at the delightfully chill Brewing Lair in Blairsden. We completed the day with cards and a few Trail of Tastes, the brewery's name for a flight of beers.
After the cards and beer, we reluctantly headed to our last stop, Webber Falls on the Jackson Meadows Road. An hour left of daylight allowed for a quick hike down to the balmy falls and swimming hole.
It's amazing how camping, car or backcountry, can remind us how important it is to slow down and enjoy. Westys don't go very fast, but you are not in a hurry in these machines.
This van trip was a great getaway without giving away a summer's earnings. Next time you're looking for a cool staycation, let Outwesty Camper Vans do the hard work and look no farther than our own backyard of Northern California for an amazing time.
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Yesterday, I got to experience one of my favorite activities. As I look back on it, it was my idea of the perfect day! First, two of my best friends and I made our annual trek to the spa. Over the years, we've figured out that our holidays are better spent together at the spa rather than spending hours shopping for gifts for one another at the mall. It has become one of the absolute highlights of my year. As with a few years past, we gathered at the Oasis Salon and Spa in Woodinville for facials and massages. It was completely relaxing and absolutely what I needed. After spending the morning in the spa, we enjoyed lunch together complete with conversation and laughter. I still have a smile on my face from spending time with great friends -- this is definitely my favorite activity all year!
After completing some Christmas shopping on my own (what was I thinking -- going to 'big box stores' on a Saturday in December!?!), I returned home and got to spend the evening with my husband. We ran some errands before venturing to the theater to see The Muppets on the big screen. It's been quite some time since we went to a movie theater, so this was quite the treat. The movie had us laughing and giggling the whole time, and we both thoroughly enjoyed it.
Any mention of the Muppets takes me back to my childhood, when I used to watch the Muppet Show with my father every week; I'd anticipate the next show with great excitement. Kermit and his friends always made me laugh, and I continue to be a fan to this day.
Spas. Movies. Good times with great friends. An evening with my husband. These are the ingredients to the best kind of day in my book! :)
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Growing up, my family was always spending time in the car. Soccer practice, dance class, school–it seemed that we were always on the road. When it came to vacations, it wasn't much different. With a family of six and my dad's fear of flying, the traditional road trip constantly presented itself as the most logical option. To some, the idea of stuffing six suitcases to the brim for every occasion, strategically planning pit stops and creatively crafting activities to keep everyone occupied is not an ideal vacation. But for my family, it was wonderful.
We'd drive for thousands of miles taking in what the countryside could offer, but that isn't what I remember the most about these trips. It was on these getaways that I would learn about my parents' past lives, the ones without kids or real responsibilities. The exotic tales of their former selves that had evolved into the two people I looked up to the most in the world would pull us all in for an adventure and often a laugh. Hearing about the time my dad bought an alligator named Killer through the mail for a quarter (yes, it was possible) to the impressive number of concerts my mom attended to—these stories transported us to another time and place.
Their stories inspired us to tell our own, too. My little sister Julie and I would discuss down to the smallest details our hope to one day live in a castle together in France. With rooms made entirely out of trampolines and slides twisting throughout the house, we'd raise our families together in complete bliss. My brothers would let us all into their dreams of playing professional baseball or spending their lives seeing the world and blazing amazing trails. Listening to these stories and dreams connected us even more to our parents—like them, we could have adventures, wonderful memories and the hope to one day share our stories on our own family road trips.
Although the days of piling into a minivan are long behind us, storytelling is still a part of every gathering we have. "Remember that time…" and "mom/dad tell us about…" flood the dining room, filling every corner with love, amazement and laughter that we couldn't get anywhere else. In a world engulfed in speed and the need to hurry, road trips might seem like the ultimate waste of time but let me assure you: it is worth every minute traveling, for every memory created.
Storytelling is a wonderful way to connect friends and family whether on the road or at around a dinner table. What are ways that storytelling has impact you and your loved ones? Share a favorite story, memory or tip on best storytelling practices with fellow readers–it might spark some memories or inspiration!


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Police are investigating an armed robbery this morning in Clarenville.
In a release issued today, RCMP say there was an armed robbery this morning at the Irving gas station on the Trans Canada Highway in Clarenville.
According to police, a male suspect entered the store wearing black, wielding a sledgehammer and demanding money from the cash register.
The store clerk was unharmed and the male left with an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect was described as having a slim build and between five-feet five-inches and five-feet nine-inches tall.
The Clarenville RCMP are asking for the public's assistance. If you have any information related to this crime contact RCMP at (709) 466-3211 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.


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Take a look at the new website we designed & developed for the 5 Star Luxury Hotel in Skiathos, Kassandra Bay. It is a full screen website, offering a "jump in" experience to the users. This full screen approach, helps provide visitors with a more realistic view of what the Hotel is actually like. Read More…
OSX 10.8 Mountain Lion is officially released
With great pleasure I would like to share with you all that the new version of Mac OSX has been released today! Just visit the official OSX page on the apple website and read more about this from the guys at apple. If you don't need to read more and just want to download the OS, fire up the Mac AppStore on your Mac, choose (pay) and download! The price is great at €15.99. Read More…
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I don't know if you caught this when Google published it, but if not, check it out. It is a video explaining the Google+ experience.
It was released on the 12th of June on the Official Google Webmaster Central blog.
Google+ Events introduced!
This is a feature that has been lacking in Google+ since the launch of the service. I am so glad they finally added it. No Social Network feels complete without giving the ability to its users to create events about things. After checking it out, I must say that I like the way it works and the fact that there are so many sharing capabilities. Now, all we need are more Google+ users and we are ready to create events!!!
If you are on Google+ and feel like you want to connect, add me in your Circles. Visit the Spyros Papaspyropoulos Google+ Profile for more.
The new Pylaia Hotel website is on line!
Visit the Pylaia Hotel website that was launched last week and check it out. This is currently the latest x2interactive project released. More to follow so stay tuned!
Nikos Amarantos 2012 website now live!
Check out the latest x2interactive project that was released yesterday! According to the latest trends, it is fully responsive, covering a wide range of screen sizes and platforms. Visit www.amarantos.gr and let us know what you think.
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BAZINGA! My new MacStickrs just got here!
This morning I received my super cool MacStickrs! No, I haven't misspelled that. It is MacStickrs without the e.
What are MacStickrs?
They are very discreet MacBook decals. They are so discreet that they are perfect even for Mac Purists (crazy people that can't have a single defect such as a scratch, or spec of dirt on their Mac) like my self. Being a Mac Purist, I don't like sticking things on my MacBook Pro. Large Mac decals interfere with my piece of mind and affect my Mac Zen, but the MacStickrs are just perfect!
So, this morning they arrived from Latvia. They arrived FAST! I requested them 3 working days ago and bam they got here. Everything from the envelope to the packaging to the actual product is such a joy to look at! Just look at the pictures I shot of the two stickers I chose, and you will understand my point. Read More…


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In order to create true value and a clear understanding of our surroundings, we must first know what we're looking at. Then, we need to understand "why" it is what it is. Let's look at an example.
What is the sky? I never thought about this question until I was asked in front of a large group. Merriam-Webster defines the sky as: "The upper atmosphere or expanse of space that constitutes an apparent great vault or arch over the earth." Why is the sky blue? The scientific answer is: "A clear, cloudless daytime sky is blue because molecules in the air scatter blue light from the sun more than they scatter red light." Providing the "why" in all situations allows us to remove our own perceived reality (perceived value) and operate on a true reality (intended value).
For us, the real question is why add a dealership tour into the sales process? Maybe the harder question to answer is why are we no longer doing a dealership tour? There are several steps to take in order to create "buy-in" by all employees and establish a culture that's unique to a dealership, which should be the "wow" factor. There are four reasons why dealerships should offer a dealership tour after the customer's commitment to buy and prior to sitting with the F&I manager to sign paperwork.
The first reason is to simply create an activity for the customer while the necessary documents are prepared. Studies suggest buyer's remorse begins the moment a customer agrees on the product purchase. Buyer's remorse can become a debilitating physical and mental condition, and many people have a greater fear of making the wrong decision than making the right one. The greatest way to combat the buyer's remorse effect is to continue building value in the purchase and offering validation that the decision was the correct one. This process needs the entire dealership to assist in the campaign and escort the customer through the dealership to each department, showing them what the dealership has to offer (lounge, restrooms, parts, service, kids' area, coffee bar, Internet, etc.). Keep in mind, this is an exciting time for everyone, so it's crucial to be lively and make it a positive memory the customer will carry forever.
The second reason why a dealership must offer a tour is to teach the customer how we do business. I know this may sound backwards, but let's clarify this portion of the "why." The old school mentality of a dealership was to learn how to do business with the customer. Today, we stand on different ground and teach the customer how to do business with the dealership. Our ultimate goal is to achieve customer satisfaction, and to provide the customer with a complete understanding of the overall operations at the dealership and how they work for them. Doing this will increase your dealership's Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) scores. Simple information such as the departments' hours of operation, service center location, and department contact information is a great place to start. The more the customer knows about the operation and process, the easier it is for them to do business with the dealership. We all live and die by the CSI; this is a dealership's opportunity to create an exceptional buying experience while improving the CSI score.
As significant as it is to inform the customer about the dealership's operations, a personal relationship might be even more important. That's why the third "why" of a dealership tour is to create depth in the customer–dealership relationship. Simply put, the more people a customer knows at the dealership, the more likely they are to do business with that dealership in the future. Introducing the customer to a specific person in each department allows other relationships to form. The customer will more likely return if they have multiple relationships at that dealership, as people tend to do business with people who are like them. Since customer retention is a key part of our industry, a dealership should use this opportunity to get to know the customer and become someone they can relate to.
The fourth and final "why" a dealership staff should participate in the tour is to sell. There, I finally said it! Yes, we need to use this time to sell the customer additional parts, accessories and clothing. As all dealerships know, total dealership profit has to be a part of the big picture. The goal is not to turn this into a sales pitch, but rather an opportunity for the customer to buy. In 1887, John H. Patterson wrote "How I Sell National Cash Registers," which eventually became the Primer. This was a manual that contained instructions on not only what salesmen should say, but what to do while saying it. That same year, J.H. Patterson wrote the following statement in the Primer, "No man likes to feel he is being sold." This is definitely not a new concept. It is not rocket science, but definitely a part of the rocket.
As the customer begins to experience the dealership, the level of excitement and commitment should rise as anxiety continues to fall. In a way, a family begins to build while the relationships continue to grow. Staff members will have the opportunity to share their ideas and opinions during their conversations with the customer and also have the ability to "plant seeds" for upcoming visits with the finance manager. The simple acknowledgement of a product advertisement or installed product by the sales/parts/service staff will be advantageous to both the customer and F&I office.
Life is a complex place with many opportunities to disappoint. Our job as sales professionals is to rise above all the preconceived ideas of bad sales experiences and provide a spectacular memory. Building a relationship with customers and truly honoring the value that offers is how a dealership will find itself at the next level. Taking the time to care about the customers' buying experience and committing to being exceptional is what every dealership should strive for. No matter what happens, a customer will remember their experience at any dealership; the important question is how will they remember that dealership and why?


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Police are following a positive line of enquiry after a 14-year-old girl was assaulted in Mayfield on Friday evening.
The incident, which took place at 9pm near Newbattle Medical Centre, has led to calls for parents to keep a check on their children.
Robert Hogg, chairman of Mayfield Community Council, said: "Any decent minded person in the community will be shocked at this. Hopefully, the young girl is okay and the police catch the person or persons involved as soon as possible.
"I would urge parents to check and make sure they know where their son or daughter are late at night and where they're staying."
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Test first, approve later is what coalition wants
Earlier this month I mentioned that the FCC was planning to give some spectrum surrounding the spectrum GPS uses to wireless connectivity. Those in the GPS market have strongly opposed this plan claiming in that the signals from the new service will be many times stronger than the signals used by GPS and could interfere with the use of normal GPS devices.
The coalition had some big members at the time and it has now doubled its members in the two weeks since the coalition first launched its campaign to oppose the FCC. New members to the coalition include the International Air Transport Association, National Business Aviation Association, and the Regional Airline Association.
"GPS now provides smaller airports with equivalent levels of safety to those serving large commercial airlines," said National Business Aviation Association Senior Vice President for Operations and Administration, Steve Brown. "But unlike carrier airports there are no alternate sources of landing guidance if the GPS experiences interference of any kind. The continued protection of satellite navigation is imperative to safety of flight."
There are numerous other members in the coalition as well including: American Car Rental Association, American Congress of Surveying and Mapping, American Council of Engineering Companies, Avidyne Corporation, Equipped to Survive Foundation, Hemisphere GPS, International Air Transport Association, National Business Aviation Association, Networkfleet, Payment Assurance Technology Association, PocketGPSWorld.com Ltd., Regional Airline Association, TomTom, Topcon, and UPS.
The row comes after the FCC granted LightSquared access to the satellite bandwidth right around that GPS uses for high-powered ground-based broadband transmissions. The FCC is conditional that the company must show that harmful interference can be avoided. I guess the coalition doesn't think that the interference can be avoided. Or they simply want the extra bandwidth for themselves.
The big problem for the coalition is that the FCC allowed the approval first and then is making LightSquared test for interference. The coalition wants more safeguards to the plan including:
- The FCC must make clear, and the NTIA must ensure, that LightSquared's license modification is contingent on the outcome of the mandated study. The study must be comprehensive, objective, and based on correct assumptions about existing GPS uses rather than theoretical possibilities. The views of LightSquared, as an interested party, are entitled to no special weight in this process.
- The FCC should make clear that LightSquared and their investors should not proceed to make any investment in operating facilities prior to a final FCC decision (or at least make it explicit that they do so at their own risk). While this is the FCC's established policy, it failed to make this explicit in its order.
- Further, the FCC's, and NTIA's, finding that "harmful interference concerns have been resolved" must mean "resolved to the satisfaction of preexisting GPS providers and users."
- Resolution of interference has to be the obligation of LightSquared, not the extensive GPS user community of millions of citizens. LightSquared must bear the costs of preventing interference of any kind resulting from operations on LightSquared's frequencies. GPS users or providers should not have to bear any of the consequences of LightSquared's actions.
- This is a matter of critical national interest. There must be a reasonable opportunity for public comment of at least 45 days on the report produced by the working group and further FCC actions on the LightSquared modification order should take place with the approval of a majority of the FCC commissioners, not at the bureau level.


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A recent Brigham and Women's (BWH) study reveals that from 2002 to 2012, the number of women choosing to have both of their breasts removed as a strategy to prevent the recurrence of breast cancer – a procedure known as contralateral prophylactic mastectomy (CPM) – tripled in the U.S., but without a corresponding improvement in survival. Researchers note that while CPM may have a survival benefit for patients that are at high risk of developing breast cancer, such as those with a genetic mutation, the majority of women undergoing CPM are at low risk for developing breast cancer in the unaffected breast.
"Our analysis highlights the sustained, sharp rise in popularity of CPM, while contributing to the mounting evidence that this more extensive surgery offers no significant survival benefit to women with a first diagnosis of breast cancer," says senior author Dr. Mehra Golshan, Distinguished Chair in Surgical Oncology at BWH. "Patients and caregivers should weigh the expected benefits with the potential risks of CPM, including prolonged recovery time, increased risk of operative complications, cost, the possible need for repeat surgery, and effects on self image."