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Most of us spend our whole lives searching for the person who'll make us feel complete.
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- Muffin said...
i like these a lot! It looks so nice with the amount of black you put in there. and the pose on the one in the bottom left corner is so cool. :) you have a gift for capturing things so well (or you've just been a very good boy and learnt how to by practise practise practise.. :))
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Nhat was the first person with a disability to be hired at the hotel in recent memory
Tampa/Brandon, FL (PRWEB) March 09, 2016
Hunter Hardt, Assistant General Manager of Homewood Suites by Hilton in Tampa, hired Nhat Do as a housekeeper because he was the best candidate for the job — but there was more to it than that. "Nhat was the first person with a disability to be hired at the hotel in recent memory," Hunter says. "We hired him because, although he was shy and you could tell it was his first interview, he had all the right answers and was definitely willing to work."
Nhat — who has a depressive disorder and a mild intellectual disability — found the position at Homewood Suites with the assistance of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), a state agency that helps people with disabilities get or keep jobs. VR also provided a job coach, Lee Garcia, to help Nhat learn how to be successful at work.
On his first day on the job, Lee went with Nhat to the hotel to check out where he would be working, learn what his job duties would be, and talk to his bosses. Lee also helped Nhat throug his first two weeks of training, where he learned how to clean the rooms within a time limit.
"Nhat's job coach was there, but we didn't have to provide any accommodations for him because of his disability," Hunter explains. "We didn't do anything special for him that we wouldn't have to do for any new hire."
After Nhat completed his training, his supervisors were pleased to see how much he had learned. "He really improved and became one of our most productive housekeepers," Hunter says. "His work ethic showed he could be trusted."
Because of Nhat's impressive performance, Hunter quickly moved him from his part-time job into a full-time position. "He was right there with all our other employees," says Hunter. "We treated him exactly the same as everyone else. He was a great a part of the team."
Nhat was thrilled for the opportunity to work, and enjoyed being a member of the Homewood Suites team. "My bosses were great to me. They were very patient with me," says Nhat. "I loved it there."
Nhat has since used the experience he gained at the hotel to pursue two new job opportunities. He currently works in the deli at Wal Mart in Tampa and in goundskeeping at Busch Gardens. "I love both jobs," he says .
Hunter believes that Nhat's success should encourage other employers to hire someone who has a disability. "If it's the right person, give them a shot," he says. "Don't think their disability is going to be extra time or a burden, because, in reality, it didn't put any extra burden on us at all."
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Starbucks have recently come up with a creative straw-free solution for our take-away frappés. On top of their commitment to the complete ban of plastic straws in 2020, the Seattle born coffee giant has reintroduced the 'sippy lid' for cold take away cups.
This is great news given that Starbucks is now officially the largest food company in the world to ban plastic straws in all of its locations around the globe. They haven't totally given up straws as they will have earth-friendly alternatives for those who need or wish to use one.
Although good step in the right direction for Starbucks, the adult-upgraded sippy-lid is made out of plastic. Are we trading one plastic for another, or will this be added to a phase out as well? Environmentalists and consumers are praising the move. It is estimated that that the company will eliminate the use of 1 billion plastic straws from consumers in a year. Additionally, a 10 million dollar initiative has been set through the NextGen Cup Consortium and Challenge on the sourcing of a fully recyclable and compostable hot cup.
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There are two main ways to beat a penalty: to react or jump at random. The first is good because it allows with high probability to determine which corner would be a blow, but to effectively "save" you will need a good reaction. In the second case the goalkeeper does not waste precious seconds on the direction of the blow, but the result is entirely dependent on capricious fortune. You need to stand on their toes, because if you rely completely on the whole foot, the distance and speed of the jump will be much worse. You need to push off that leg in the direction of the directed blow.
It makes sense to look not only at the ball, but on the opponent that is determined to strike protected you save. Before you blow stop enemy takes a certain position, corresponding to the direction of impact. This allows the goalkeeper to decide to jump in a little earlier and hit a penalty kick. However, an experienced player is able to turn a stop for a few moments before impact, sending it in the opposite direction and thereby deceiving the goalkeeper, who oversees the stop. This, for example, was famous for the now retired Zinedine Zidane.
However, while the goals are large enough that even the most skillful goalkeeper was able to control this space. According to statistics, the top third of the gate is considered a true "dead zone" for the ball – very few people manage to get fired the ball there. While the impact of average height is reflected in 30% of cases, and at the bottom 57%. In particular, the eminent Dutch international Dennis Bergkamp for this reason said the following: "I always try to hit above the goalkeeper, in what people are saying: Oh, you try to score as beautifully as possible! But I say, look, if the goalkeeper is quite a bit ahead of the goal line, how much space remains on the sides of it? Bit. And over it? More. Do the math. And it's great. If you get it right, you can't miss".
Advice 2 : How to take a penalty
To score from the penalty spot is both easy and hard. On the one hand, you're eleven meters from goal, beat without interference by standing the ball. Prevent you can only the goalkeeper, and even then, only if he's lucky. But on the other hand, nerves that can hinder even the most experienced athletes. So how is it to score a penalty, not summing up the team?
Don't worry. As mentioned above, anxiety is your biggest enemy. Abstracted from reality. In your world should be only the ball and the goal. Of course, the goalkeeper will not disappear with your mind, but it can easily turn it off from the game, if not beat him.
Not tricky. There are, of course, the master of that, punching a penalty, trying to outwit the goalkeeper, for example the famous "Roman" Francesco Totti. However, you can easily outwit not only the goalkeeper but, if you begin to split hairs. Especially when you're trying to beat the goalkeeper with a trick at the wrong time can get nervous and weak to hit the ball. It's not hockey, it's better here for sure.
Select the angle. If you are tricky, then directly to hit is not worth it. The goalkeeper is easiest to take a direct shot on goal. Select the angle, right or left, doesn't matter. The main thing - to choose it you need to run. When the whistle has already passed, but you haven't moved at all, you should know exactly which corner hit. Feel free to look in this angle, if you will break strongly into the top corner, no Keeper will not be able to pull the ball out.
Hit much. In the corner weakly beating does not make sense – the goalkeeper is easily able to catch or hit a slow flying ball. Without looking at the gate to beat too, not worth it - you can hit by, as they say, "on sparrows".
Don't look at the goalkeeper. It so happens that goalkeepers try to distract the kicker. Also bad form is to distract the goalkeeper. It's better to be honest, still an advantage is the kicker, because he knows where he will strike, and the goalkeeper – no.


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The ministers then emphasised the cultural dimension of multilingualism, following the Conference on Multilingualism held on 26 September last in Paris. They expressed the desire that Member States be asked - with the support of the Commission - to coordinate and reinforce their actions to promote translation, the surtitling of live performances and the subtitling of audiovisual works and films.
Next the ministers adopted conclusions on the promotion of intercultural dialogue and cultural and linguistic diversity in the external relations of the European Union, with a view to reinforcing the role of culture in relations with non-EU countries and the international dissemination of European cultural and audiovisual goods and services.
The EU ministers also adopted conclusions on the contribution of architecture to sustainable development, in developing an approach going beyond technical standards in terms of overall, economic, social, cultural and environmental objectives.
The session on audiovisual matters saw the ministers reach an agreement on supporting and ensuring the durability and development of the proposed European digital library. This library, launched today at the end of the Council, will make over two million documents (books, archives, collections from European museums) accessible to all.
Lastly, the ministers unanimously approved draft conclusions on developing the range of cultural and creative content legally available online and preventing and combating piracy in the digital environment. The 27 Member States also recalled that the right balance must be struck between the protection of personal data, the freedom of expression, and the protection of intellectual property.
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At the youth session of the EYC Council, chaired by Bernard Laporte, the French Minister of State for Sport, Youth and the Voluntary Sector, the 27 ministers adopted two important texts in the field of youth.
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We have the same problem as Suzanne back in November. Our bathroom sink gets hot water O.K., but the bath does not. We replaced the cartridge, MIXET Shower Valve MOdel# MS5AT PK per instructions. STill very little hot water, it trickles out, just like before, except that hot & cold is reversed. We have checked twice the installation & part #. When we access back side of the valve, the pipe is getting hot, but no pressure out the faucet. The sink is ok.
If the hot and cold are reversed then inside of the faucet you either have the cartridge or the valve inside backwards. Try rotating it 180 degrees. Before you do that, remove all of the parts from inside of the shower valve (shut off the water valves first). If what remains is behind the wall, make a little plastic or tin chute to guide the water back into the tub area. Now turn on the hot water valve, slowly at first, and keep turning. Watch the flow of water. If it still trickles then your line is clogged and you will need to replace all or part of it. If the water comes at full force then the problem is in your valve assembly. This is known in the trades as "process of elimination". Good Luck!!!!!


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A young girl found a sword that pre-dates the Vikings in a Lake in Sweden—and some people think she should be queen.
While playing in Vidöstern lake in Tånnö, Småland, 8-year-old Saga Vanecek stumbled upon a sword that is estimated to date back to the 5th or 6th century AD, according to Mikael Nordström from Jönköpings Läns Museum.
In an interview with The Local, Vanecek explained how she made the discovery:
I was outside in the water, throwing sticks and stones and stuff to see how far they skip, and then I found some kind of stick. I picked it up and was going to drop it back in the water, but it had a handle, and I saw that it was a little bit pointy at the end and all rusty. I held it up in the air and I said, 'Daddy, I found a sword!'
Although Vanecek found the 85 centimeter-long sword during the summer, officials from the Jönköpings Läns Museum asked her not to tell anyone until they could search the lake for additional relics—they found a brooch and a coin dating back to the 18th century. Currently, the museum is in the process of preserving the sword before it can be displayed, which will take at least a year.
"It's not every day that one steps on a sword in the lake!" Nordström said in a statement about the significance of the find.
Vanecek, who had just moved back to Sweden in 2017 after living in Minnesota, is a huge Minnesota Vikings fan.
She told The Local:
The cool thing is that I'm a huge Minnesota Vikings fan, and this looks just like a Viking sword!
Commenters on Twitter searched for meaning in the find:
My middle grade fantasy book senses are tingling. https://t.co/zut74BDoWO
— ⚡LeAHHHHH (@worldofleahjane) October 4, 2018
In Britain, we consider that a basis for government. What does she get in Sweden?
— Michael J. Hollows (@MikeHollows) October 4, 2018
And the name of the girl who pulled this Viking sword from the lake?
Saga. What else? https://t.co/eQ0aujXqGh
— Christian Christensen (@ChrChristensen) October 4, 2018
It didn't take long for commenters to proclaim the girl should be queen:
So, is she the new Queen?
— Jay Schiavone (@jaytingle) October 4, 2018
All hail, Queen Saga! (Solves our government problem?)
— Issybelle (@Issybelle99) October 4, 2018
According to the legend, she is the Queen of all the viking territory. Scandinavia, Russia, U.K. and Canada. A new world order, Sweden is back on top!!
— Thomas Lönnegren (@TLonnegren) October 4, 2018
Long live the queen! pic.twitter.com/hEjVN1peby
— Neophobica @ VIECC (@neophobica) October 5, 2018
Others made the requisite King Arthur references:
Her name should be the Lady of the Lake pic.twitter.com/uls6gKVonY
— Jeffrey L Miller (@dragonzord8) October 4, 2018
— The Lawn Gnome (@LawnGnomefromYT) October 4, 2018
Needs only some dragons.
— IvaW (@IvaW_SE) October 5, 2018
This person didn't agree with the new order:
look I know what you're all thinking, but as a wiser person than me once said: strange women lying in ponds distributing swords is no basis for a system of government. supreme executive power derives from a mandate from the masses, not from some farcical aquatic ceremony. https://t.co/Yvtr3pKdmF
— emily cthulhughes (@emilyhughes) October 4, 2018
But most commenters were more than happy with the decision:
I accept her as ruler of the world.
— The End is Nigh (@Zapski) October 4, 2018
With a name like Saga, this is certainly going to be an EPIC REIGN.
— Moving On (@Moving_On_NY) October 4, 2018
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Start Date: 12/29/16
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# of Pages: 309
Edition: Vintage paperback (2006)
Favorite Quote: "The stories gets passed on and the truth gets passed over. As the saying goes. Which I reckon some would take as meanin that the truth cant compete. But I dont believe that. I think that when the lies are all told and forgot the truth will be there yet. It dont move about from place to place and it dont change from time to time. You cant corrupt it any more than you can salt salt. You cant corrupt it because thats what it is."
Why I Chose It: I read "The Road" by McCarthy a few years ago and it floored me…
Other Notes: …this story is a little more gritty but not as hard. The writing style and prose takes a little while to adjust to, but the telling is gripping once you acclimate.


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It happened in January
I haven't done a round-up post in a while, so I thought I'd fill you in on what January looked like here. In the hair department, I have been switching from blonde to red. Warning: if you think this sounds like a good idea...it is. Do it. But not for a laugh, or for a week, because whilst blonde to red is peasy, red to blonde is not. So take it seriously or take your hand off the hairdresser's speed dial. Oh, and it's not easy to keep, either, so be prepared for maintenance.
In the craft department, I completed a (crocheted) baby blanket for the biggest baby in the world ever. I didn't know she was going to be the world's biggest baby (more than 12lbs!) when I made the world's smallest blanket for her.
Happily, the parents are delighted with both size and general gesture: I received the most beautiful, heartfelt and sincere thanks from them, which really moved me. Never underestimate the power of thanks and compliments!
I also finally completed a (knitted) scarf.
For those interested, this is a technique known as entrelac. The scarf is folded in half here and the yarn is Noro Silk Garden (45% silk, 45% kid mohair and 10% lambswool). I started this at the beginning of May last year; you can probably imagine my delight at finishing it after eight months.
Then there was another (crocheted) baby blanket, this one for a baby born to Parisian parents, naturellement.
They were also delighted with their gift, but will have to wait a little longer for it to be a lot of use as they live in Sydney and consequently are sweltering along with everyone else. Still a cute thing to have, though, and it does get cold in winter! Ish.
I got all excited about the first baby blanket (so proud of it) and decided to start another one, but this time with learning a skill in mind more than anything else. So I am mosaic knitting at the moment, which just means knitting with two colours and slipping the stitches of the colour not in use, as far as I can make out. I began the main one, then decided to do a swatch (most would do a swatch first, in the same wool and with the same needles that they plan to make the main project, but I'm a maverick). Here's my swatch - it's supposed to be two dogs, but you knew that, of course.
It came out all right, so I'll be persevering with what will be a lengthy project for me. I can't really say why I did my swatch in different yarn and a different size - it's the definition of pointless. Fingers crossed that the actual blanket looks incredible at the end (and washes well *looks doubtful*). It has certainly started promisingly enough.
It is roughly five times as wide as the bit shown, but is curling due to the stitches used, hence my fingers holding down a portion of it so you can see what's going on. Non-knitters, you'll have to trust me that the knitters will appreciate the close-up, fingers and all (we like to try to figure stuff out from pictures).
In the reading department, Pride and Prejudice is coming along nicely, although I'm not as enthralled as I hoped to be. Perhaps I'm not getting enough quality time with it (I should have a planner).
In the blogging department, I have updated the About Me page to include lots more About Me. It seemed appropriate. If you're curious enough to pop over there, please will you drop me a line to let me know what you think? You can use the links in this paragraph or the one at the top of the page. Even better if you remember/know what it was like before and can tell me if it's an improvement or a hideous error of judgement.
That was January. Thank you, enjoy the rest of the week!


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Yael Kraus New York, New York
Yael Kraus is a singer/songwriter from Tel Aviv.
She is the frontwoman in the Art-Rock group "Panic Ensemble" and the lead singer of "Bussa", a cover-version album for popular Israeli songs.
After a long journey collaborating with many different musicians, in a wide range of styles, Kraus has found her own voice and released her debut solo album "Boutique". ... more
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Contractor's Notes 8-8-11
Hello Everyone,
For this week our guys have been working on completing the basement. They sheetrocked yesterday and will be taping today and tomorrow. They will also be waterproofing the basement floor tomorrow.
Cliff will be out to complete the irrigation hook up this week.
Anthia and I have been working out the pavers for the parking pad and driveway apron. Anthia and Sam, I will send an email tomorrow if there are any price differences with the 4 styles we talked about and also lead times.
Jon will also be working on the punch list and trouble shooting anything that needs tweaking before the final inspection.
While Anthia and Sam are away, Jon and Dan will be touching up all of the paint.
Josy has contacted me about the solar panels. She can come down without them up, but it makes more sense for her if they are up. Let me know what you are thinking for a timeline on those so I can tell her.


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Bergman Rivera were farmers first, which is why we turned to them when looking for a partner well-versed in organic cotton to make our 100% organic cotton Sojourn tees.
Bergman Rivera manages the entire supply chain for us, from the organic cotton fields to our finished tee that's sewn at Serflex, a small family owned shop on the outskirts of Lima. Bergman Rivera and Serflex S.A.C. are both GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) approved. This means we know where our organic cotton comes from.


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Episode 53: Sedna & Inuit Shapeshifters/
Bundle up from the cold as we tell you some of our favorite stories from Inuit mythology. We tell the relatable story of how a woman goes from a horrible marriage and overbearing father to being the queen of the sea and underworld. Then we dive into the land where the spirit and human worlds are blurred, and shapeshifters lurk among us. Featuring conquering mountains, kawaii children snatchers, motivational fish posters, and more!
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If you like Spirits, help us grow by spreading the word! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, & Goodreads, and review us on iTunes to help new listeners find the show. You can support us on Patreon to unlock bonus audio content, director's commentaries, custom recipe cards, and so much more. Merch is for sale at spiritspodcast.com/merch.


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School of Education and Sociology
Dr Ann Patey
- Qualifications: Diploma in Personnel Management (IPM) (University of Portsmouth), Masters in Business Administration - Stage 1 & Postgraduate Certificate in Business Administration (University of Portsmouth), Master of Arts in Business Management (University of Portsmouth), PgCert in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (University of Portsmouth), EdD Doctor of Education (University of Southampton)
- Role Title: Partnership Manager
- Address: St George's Building, 141 High Street, Portsmouth PO1 2HY
- Telephone: 023 9284 5340
- Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
- Department: School of Education and Sociology
- Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
I have worked in the University for 30 years, undertaking the role of School Manager for several schools, including the School of Education and Continuing Studies (which became the School of Education and Childhood Studies, and has again changed to the School of Education and Sociology. I have since moved away from this role to become the Partnership Manager for the School. This role aims to establish and maintain professional partnerships with schools, colleges and training agencies and a recent Ofsted inspection noted as a key strength 'the work of the partnership manager in securing commitment to and engagement with the training programme from partner institutions'.
In 2005 an opportunity arose for me to undertake research into running a Foundation Degree for administrators working in education. This was an area of work that was very close to my heart because I felt that there was a need for administrators working in the educational environment to have the opportunity to undertake staff development that was appropriate and relevant to the work they were doing. I undertook a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education to enable me to be Course Leader for the course. This course ran successfully for seven years (unfortunately this has now closed as the University does not now run Foundation Degrees) and it was inspiring to see the dedication and commitment of students to their learning.
My current role still incorporates the Partnership work but I am also the Admissions tutor and Year 1 Lead Tutor for the 4 Childhood Undergraduate courses run in the School of Education and Sociology. I also now coordinate the Open/Applicant days for this group of degrees. I am also the Unit Coordinator for the Professional Practice unit which enables students in Year 2 to go out onto placement (this is part of the School's Employability Strategy), plus being a personal tutor and dissertation supervisor.
I have an interest in the hybridisation of professional roles and how these work in university structures, and doctoral thesis researched into this topic.


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Bearstep came onto a rock and curled his tail around his paws. He waited for the eager Graypaw to come.
Latest topics
Graypaw's Training.
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Re: Graypaw's Training.
Graypaw snuck up behind Bearstep and pounced on him.
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Re: Graypaw's Training.
Bearstep wriggled free and jumped from tree to tree. He then jumped on Graypaw and held him down. Excellent, we will do fighting moves later though. Tell me what you can smell. Bearstep purred getting off.
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Re: Graypaw's Training.
Graypaw smiled and lifted his jaws Three Rabbits, nine squirrels, five voles, and two mice he said
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Re: Graypaw's Training.
Bearstep opened his mouth. Your very right. He purred. Show me how to do a hunters crouch. Bearstep said.
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Re: Graypaw's Training.
Graypaw nodded. He went into a perfect hunters crouch, not making one sound
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Re: Graypaw's Training.
Excellent. He whispered, pointing to three mice all hudled up fgeeding on seeds.
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Graypaw swiftly and speedily pounced on the mice and took their little lives quietly.
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Bearstep nodded his approval. Now, go on with your hunting. He purred darting into the bushes and not being seen.
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Graypaw flicked his tail, and within a few minutes, he had killed, five rabbits, two squirrels, nine voles, and 15 mice.
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Bearstep jumped out and pinned his apprentice. Your hunting is done. He purred snatching up the fifteen mice and the two squirrels.
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Graypaw pushed him off and nodded, picking up the rest of the prey
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Bearstep headed back to camp.


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World Biomass Report
Edition 1, 2012
This report analyses the global Biomass market, the market drivers and the key components for future growth. The biomass market suffered during the economic downturn in the face of low coal prices, logistic barriers and supply issues. 2010 saw more movement in the sector as coal prices are beginning to rise once again making co-firing coal plants with biomass more attractive. Furthermore, the biomass component of a coal-fired plant may be eligible for feed-in tariff or count towards renewable portfolio standards. Most of these plants rely on wood pellets, often transported at great distance, rather than wood chips or other less dense biomass sources. In the wood pellets market, supplies from the US and Canada are cheaper than their European counterparts and thus North America is a major suppliers for European biomass plants. CIS countries, Russia, Australia and South Africa have entered as significant suppliers, which if they could ramp up supply, could be serious competitors to the US and Canada. Or in the case of Russia, resolve supply delay issues, could be one of the biggest players in the market.
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Join SCA for 2019
The 2019 membership campaign is underway. Dues are now $40.00
Please join or renew online now and support one of the country's oldest historic neighborhood associations.
Your Membership dollars:
- Fund college scholarships for deserving Silvermine students. Over six decades, the SCA has awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars to talented, deserving students.
- Underwrite costs for our popular community events, including the Silvermine Social, Pot Luck Dinner, Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny and, of course, Santa's arrival by antique fire truck at the Silvermine Arts Center.
- Help maintain and improve Silvermine's historic character and natural beauty. (We recently installed the "Welcome to Silvermine" sign at the intersection of Silvermine and Perry avenues.)
- Entitle you to two Silvermine magnet stickers for your car or mailbox
- Enter you into all special membership raffles including our grand-prize raffle for 100 or 150 gallons of FREE heating oil
- And your board is working to add more Membership Benefits this coming year


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What size should my rug be?
It's a knee jerk reaction to want to furnish a small room with a small rug, hoping it will make the space appear larger. But doing so may in fact have the opposite effect, and could visually dwarf the room. We suggest to always go for a bigger rug, if unsure.
The key to choosing the perfect size for any room is to make sure that the foremost legs of the furniture – whether a sofa, armchairs, or a bed – are overlapping on rug's edge.
A big rug is a must for blogger A Pinch of Style
Ask yourself too how you want to use the space. A rug can help to separate areas within a large room. Place the biggest rug in the "focus" area of the room to highlight this space.
In your living room you should first measure the length of your sofa and then add about 60 cm, this will give you the ideal length for a rug. Place your sofa with the front legs on the rug.
The rug in your dining room should always be placed under the dining room table and chairs. This reduces the noise level in the room. The rug should be about 70 cm longer than the table on all sides, so that you do not stand on the rug's edge when moving the chairs. If you have a round dining room table, the rug should also be round.
In the bedroom you could either place your bed on a very large rug, which should exceed all sides of the bed. But you can also place two long runners to the right and left of the bed to visually frame the room.
Runners are usually ideal for the hallway. Always leave about 15 cm between the wall and rug and of course enough space for the front door to open seamlessly. Avoid placing any furniture on your runner in the hall.
What colour should my rug be?
Light, warm colours are cozy and welcoming, while dark warm tones can visually dwarf a space and often appear too busy. Cool tones can be refreshing and calm. Dark cool tones should, however, always be complemented with light, neutral tones.
Of course, the entrance area in particular should be welcoming which makes bright, warm colours perfect for this space. Hallways often don't have windows, which is why a bright yellow can make up for the lack of sunlight.
Your living room should be an area to relax and feel particularly homely. A rug in soft, earthy colours or vibrant green can create a mellow atmosphere that invites you to stay.
Bedrooms need calming colours. Bright reds or yellows are out of place here, as they disrupt the peaceful nature of bedrooms. A big rug in a soft blue will create a tranquil atmosphere in your bedroom.
Which rugs are suitable for pets?
Whether you have a dog, a cat or an iguana – a flat-woven cotton rug will be your best friend. This type of rug will reduce the risk of your pet's claws getting caught in the thread. Cotton rugs are also very durable and can even be placed in the washing machine if they're the right size.
If you'd rather not vacuum every day, you might want to consider buying a rug in a similar colour to your pet's fur, too. That way, if your fluffy friend sheds fur, it won't be too visible on your rug.
Wool or cotton: which is better?
Wool rugs absorb moisture and odours very well. The natural oils in the sheep's wool make these rugs less sensitive to stains. The material repels dirt and water very well and also has antistatic properties, which prevents dust from settling quickly.
Wool is naturally a very warm material and therefore contributes to a cozy atmosphere in your home. Wool rugs insulate warmth, by storing air between the fibres.
Wool is of course a renewable resource and therefore a popular choice among environmentally conscious customers.
Wool rugs should not be kept in bathrooms as constant moisture can damage the material.
Cotton rugs are a true classic among natural fibre rugs. Similar to wool, this material absorbs moisture, giving the rug thermo-regulating properties. However, cotton is generally lighter and more comfortable during summer months. A cotton rug is also unsuitable for permanent use in the bathroom.
Cotton is very durable and always the first choice for customers suffering from allergies.
The material is easy to dye which increases the variety of colours and patterns. Colourful cotton rugs make for a great children's bedroom accessory. Cotton is very easy to maintain and smaller runners can even be placed the washing machine.
There are also materials such as jute rugs or viscose which live up to both wool and cotton, if neither wool nor cotton appeals.
Viscose is extremely soft underfoot and can be tufted like wool, though is a little more static. Jute is brilliant for temporary outdoor use, and is an extremely durable, earthy fibre. Jute rugs also have a low environmental footprint.
Which rugs are especially soft?
Viscose is incomparably soft on the skin. The material is often referred to as "bamboo silk".
Wool rugs are also soft, but depending on the type of wool, can be a more rough than cotton, for example. The sheep's living environment actually makes a significant difference in the softness of the wool. Sheep living in the highlands have particularly resistant and bristly fur, while that of sheep grazing in lowland areas is uniquely soft.
Cotton rugs are typically very soft, despite their durability. A lot of our clothes are made of cotton due to these properties. The material is lighter and more airy than wool and therefore offers less warmth.
Which rugs don't give off fluff?
Especially new wool rugs give off fluff. This is, however, a completely normal feature of these rugs. If you'd prefer to skip the frequent vacuuming, there are several other options.
Cotton rugs can also give off fluff when they're new, as loose fibres slowly come off. No need to worry though, as this will stop after vacuuming your rug a few times.
Viscose rugs typically don't give off fluff or very little. Jute rugs are also not typically affected by lint, as the plant fiber is very firm and the fibres don't tend to loosen.
What does weaved, tufted and knotted actually mean?
In the weaving process, two thread systems are crossed at right angles. The vertical threads are called warp and the transverse threads are called weft.
A knotted rug requires a skeleton of warp threads that the pile yarn, for example wool, is knotted into, row by row.
The pile yarn is sewn into a skeleton of fabric. Before the needle is pulled back, "grippers" hold the yarn tightly, causing loops. These loops can then be cut open to create a tufted rug.
Blogger A Pinch of Style happily lets her kids play on our rugs.
Handmade or machine-made rugs: which is better?
We exclusively produce hand woven, -tufted and -knotted rugs. By supporting the traditional craftsmanship of weavers around the world, we provide working opportunities for artisans in regions where rug weaving has a rich history. Due to the unique artistry of each weaver, each rug is a singley-made piece of art… that machine-made rugs simply can't live up to.
Are URBANARA's rugs safe for children? What treatments do they undergo?
Each and every one of our rugs is made according to strict European standards. In fact, the vast majority of our rugs are even certified by independent certification bodies.
The 100% natural fibres we use to make our rugs are cured and washed using safe, European-approved treatments. This process removes any pollutants or pathogens. That way, we can guarantee that a safe and risk-free rug is moving into your home.
Sometimes, the rugs may have lingering scents from these treatments, but don't worry: they're safe for the whole family, and the odour will quickly disappear once you lay it out.
How do I clean my rug?
Wool is a naturally dirt-resistant fibre, and therefore repels most liquids and conceal stains well. If you do spill liquid on your rug, softly dab the liquid with a paper towel. Soap or detergent are not advised, as the chemicals dissolve the natural oils in wool, removing the rug's protective layer. Dry stains can be easily brushed off.
A cotton rug can usually be sufficiently cleaned with a vacuum cleaner because the pile is malleable. Remove deeper stains with a dry powder (natural ones are available) which you rub into the rug and then vacuum off. Small runners can even be placed in the washing machine – simply skip the spin cycle.
To remove odours and give your rug a bit of a refresh, sprinkle baking soda on the surface, leave for a couple of hours, then vacuum off. For a deep, comprehensive clean, you can always have your rug professionally cleaned.
Will a rug damage my hardwood flooring?
Not with a rug underlay!
It's true that, with heavy or prolonged use, rugs can dull polished or oiled surfaces, particularly wooden floorboards or parquetry.
Flooring unconcealed by rugs, and so exposed to natural light and air circulation, can also darken over time: by using a rug underlay, however, air can circulate more freely, helping to keep both your rug and floor in good condition.
It also prevents colour or dye transferring onto your flooring, which can occur over time. In addition, they also provide a soft layer that will prevent dulling or scuffing of flooring, and will help keep the rug from slipping, holding it in place. Rug underlays are worth every cent.


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Pop quiz!
Okay LETC IM peeps, test your knowledge... Looking at these pictures, what "innovative" racing technique/tactic might Mathias Hecht be using on the bike and run en route to his 8th place finish in Kona?
Post your theories under the comments section below.
We're expecting a good theory from Elvis on this one!


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Serena takes the "sex kitten" thing too far
You know when a cat is trying to be all flirtatious and show you its belly and it's rolling around on the bed not paying attention to what its doing and suddenly falls off? ....that just happened to me.
Your very own pocket pornstar...
"You will always be fond of me. I represent to you all the sins you never had the courage to commit." - Oscar Wilde


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From the start, it is necessary to point out that most of the myths that will be presented in the following article are mainly enforced by parents to protect their children from the potentially dangerous consequences of the activities. On the other hand, other misconceptions have earned their "absolute truth" moniker by repetition and some of these white lies are simply more convenient explanations for facts of life that our kids are not yet ready to hear.
Nevertheless, all parents want what is best for their children. In this case, teaching them the ability to dissociate between actually proven facts and misconceptions that stem from "common knowledge" from an early age is the right thing to do. Let's try to debunk the prevalent ones.
1. Coffee and caffeinated beverages stunt growth
The main reason why parents are not comfortable with their children drinking caffeine based beverages and particularly energy drinks or coffee stems from the inevitable burst of energy and hyperactivity. As of such, they will try to employ the kids' fear of being short for the rest of their life in order to deter them from these drinks, sometimes utilizing pseudo-scientific explanations like "coffee burns calcium and your bones will not develop properly, so you will not grow up tall". Now, without denying that children need a healthy dose of calcium and coffee is not exactly the best way to achieve it, at this point no study has determined a direct correlation between height and caffeine in kids.
2. You will develop acne if you eat chocolate
This myth stems from the idea that fatty aliments promote the secretion of sebum, which blocks the skin pores and eventually causes acne. Truth be told, refraining from excessively eating chocolate is not actually bad for the health, especially since child obesity is a global problem at this point, but then again, no research has linked chocolate and acne so far. Children are more likely to experience acne during adolescence when hormonal changes kick in, particularly if they have an oily skin complexion.
3. Sneezing with your eyes open will cause them to pop out
Leaving aside the fact that it is virtually impossible to keep your eyes open during a sneeze, there is a ton of reason why this outcome is impossible. First of all, the number of muscles that attach the eyes to the socket would not allow your sight organs to become dislodged, irrespective of how strong the sneeze is. Secondly, we all know that the only person who can sneeze with his eyes open is Chuck Norris. Lastly, the Black Plague has been eradicated since the Dark Ages.
4. You can become cross eyed simply by crossing the eyes too often
Since no child wants to develop a "deformity" that would brand them as an outcast among his peers, parents tell them this popular myth in order to stop them from making weird faces in public. True, it can be embarrassing for you as a parent to have your kid squinting and grimacing at strangers, but there is no evidence to support this theory. When the strain on the eyes' muscle becomes too great, they simply revert to the original position. You can keep your eyes crossed as long as you like and it will not become the second nature to your visual organs.
5. Going outdoors with wet hair is a surefire way to catch a cold
Here is an interesting statistic revealed by surveys: in excess of 40 percent of the interviewed parents genuinely believe that you stand to catch a cold if you go outdoors before your hair has been fully dried. Moreover, they are enforcing this belief on their children. Fortunately, the combination of wet hair and cold weather is actually harmless, because contracting a cold requires exposure to the actual virus. Furthermore, cold weather is only a factor in less than 0.5% of cases, since only 1 in 200 forms of the virus is more likely to thrive if the temperature outside dries the nostrils. By all accounts, you are more likely to catch a cold in winter by sharing the space with an infected person.


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Durham County
Grant to allow Hillsborough police to put more bark in its budget bite
The Hillsborough Police Department has received a donation of $11,000 to purchase a new police dog from the Durham Kennel Club and its parent organization, the American Kennel Club.
Representatives of the local club visited Hillsborough on Saturday Nov. 18 and presented a check to Police Chief Duane Hampton and Mayor Tom Stevens. Durham Kennel Club representatives were Director Bob Wisniewski and member Joyce McHenry. Linda Wozniak, delegate to the American Kennel Club, was also on hand
Although the presentation of the grant follows the recent retirement of K-9 Officer Viper, the donation had been discussed since March, when representatives of the local club approached Cpl. Scott Foster with the idea. Foster is the handler for K-9 Officer Vader and worked out the grant's details.
Durham police also recently announced the retirement of K-9 Prinz from service. Prinz served in the Durham Police Department for almost eight years.
The cost of training and purchasing a police dog can range from $10,000 to $15,000, depending on the breed and other factors, said Hampton. The department budgets to replace retiring dogs, but the grant from the Durham Kennel Club and AKC allows the department to spread resources further and prevent an "either-or" situation, Hampton said.
The K-9 officers are all-purpose dogs, but about 99 percent of their use is in tracking and drug detection, Hampton said.
Hillsborough maintains two police dogs.
"We are very proud of our K-9 program, and this generous support from the Durham Kennel Club and the American Kennel Club will help us continue it and make it stronger," Hampton said in a town release.
The donation — $6,000 from the Durham Kennel Club with a $5,000 match from the parent club — is provided through the American Kennel Club's Canine Support and Relief Fund, which helps to replace service dogs, including police K-9s.
As a condition of the grant, the Police Department will add a small decal displaying the club's Reunite logo to the town's K-9 vehicles. The AKC Reunite program supports implanting microchips in pets for the recovery of lost pets. It includes microchips, collar tags and around-the-clock recovery experts. The program has helped reunite over 400,000 lost pets with owners since 1995.
"Hillsborough so appreciates our police department and loves our K-9s," the mayor said. "We are so fortunate to have this wonderful support from the kennel clubs just as K-9 Viper is retiring. The donation does make a big difference."
Police dogs usually retire between 6 and 10 years of age. Vader, who started work with the town in 2014, is 5. Viper, who officially retired on Nov. 13, is 8.
Cliff Bellamy: 919-419-6744, @CliffBellamy1


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Images: Glance over at our best high school sports photos of the week
Posted2/5/2019 1:00 AM
See some of the best high school sports images from this past week. Daily Herald photographers covered gymnastics, wrestling, and basketball.
Waubonsie Valley's Christopher Thomas looks at opponent Andrew Dai of Naperville Central as they compete in the 200-yard medley relay at the DuPage Valley Conference boys swimming and diving meet at Metea Valley High School in Aurora Saturday. Waubonsie Valley won the event and Naperville Central placed second.
John Starks | Staff Photographer
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Dear Parents/Guardians.First of all, I'd like to thank you for taking an interest in Glossopdale Community College. As you are well aware, the school you choose is one of the most important decisions you're ever likely to make for your child's future. That's why, we believe in the widest possible horizons for learning and aim to be the finest 11 - 18 College that can be found anywhere.We aim to provide a stimulating environment that offers much more than an academic institution, by encouraging our students to make knowledge their own and to secure the best possible qualifications for all their futures. This has been reflected in our most recent examination results, which are most encouraging.As an 11 - 18 College we are very well placed to make the most of the many changes which are coming to secondary education. Increasingly, for the vast majority of students, full time education now continues to the age of 18, so we can ensure the continuity of education for all our students. We aim to provide a stimulating education so that the lessons learnt are also about life and human relationships. We teach our students study skills and how to learn to learn. We encourage all of our students to make knowledge their own and to secure the best possible qualifications for their further education, for their future careers, for leisure and for life after college. If you have any queries or concerns regarding Glossopdale Community College, please contact us,on 01457 862336.
John Hart BA (Hons), MA
Set amongst wonderful, relaxing surroundings, students from all walks of life can follow their chosen career paths with courses to suit all abilities and ambitions. Through dedicated, experienced and highly qualified teaching staff, we actively encourage each and every student to make the most of his or her ability and thoroughly enjoy their time here at Glossopdale Post 16 Centre.
If you would like to visit the college for yourself, please don't hesitate in contacting us to arrange an appointment. In the meantime, please take the time to look through our brochure and I am sure that you will be impressed with the fantastic facilities and excellent range of opportunities available here.
Our unique atmosphere and excellent learning facilities create a stimulating yet purposeful setting in which to learn and develop your personal skills. And with excellent transportation links to all neighbouring towns and cities, your future really is available right on your doorstep.
John Hart BA (Hons), MAPrincipal, Glossopdale Community College
The mission of the library is to support students and staff in the process of learning, teaching and personal development, and to raise the standards of literacy through encouraging students to gain a love and enjoyment of books and reading. This is achieved through the provision of high quality information collections and related services.
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The Family Geek/
As the official Family Geek™, I often find myself performing system updates and the such for computers belonging to my various family members. Admittedly, sometimes this can be a long and frustrating process, yet other things are easy. For instance, I upgraded my parents' MacBook to 4GB of memory earlier, an easy task; whereas later I will be upgrading my mother-in-law's MacBook pro with the latest iLife, another easy task, and then fielding questions on the new iPhoto interface, a less than easy task.
It can be difficult to remain frustration-free with less tech-savvy family members, which is why I am thankful for a couple articles I've read in the past 24 hours.
First, Chris Breen gives tips of how to give of yourself, explaining various things you can do for your family's technological needs. Second, Ben Brooks' Giving the Gift of iOS gives tips on how to interact cordially with family while teaching them to understand their gadgets and quit being afraid of them.
If you are the Family Geek™, I highly recommend you read both articles before Christmas morning.


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The Anderson window and door company began producing wooden products in 1903, and today sells its installations worldwide. The 400 Series gliding windows are made with wooden sashes that can easily be painted or stained to match the design and style of your home. Careful removal of the windows, preparation of the wood, and application of the paint can give your window areas a completely new look.
Things You'll Need
- Screwdriver
- Sandpaper
- Compressed air or tack cloth
- Stain or primer
- Paint gun or paintbrush
- Solvent
- Paper towels
- Urethane or finishing paint
- Razor blade
Video of the Day
Remove the windows from their installation areas. Tilt the windows as though you were going to clean the exteriors, and then release the metallic springs that hold them in place to release the sashes and glass.
Place the windows in a well-ventilated work area, such as outdoors or in an open garage. Never use paint and other chemical products in a poorly ventilated area, as fumes can cause illness.
Unscrew the window locking hardware with a screwdriver. Take note of the location and direction of each piece of hardware so that you can easily reinstall the pieces after painting. Place the screws and hardware in a safe place while you work.
Sand all wooden sash areas with 120-grit sandpaper. Sanding will remove surface dust and dirt, and will also prepare the wood for the new stain or paint. Take care not to touch the glass, as the sandpaper can easily scratch the glass. If you need to, mask off glass areas with masking tape and protective paper or plastic.
Clean off sanding dust by spraying the wood and glass with compressed air from a machine or can. You can also wipe down all sanded areas with a tack cloth to collect excess dust.
Apply the first coat of stain, or the wood primer if you are using paint. For all stain and paint products, you can use a paint gun or a paintbrush to apply the product. Allow the first coat to dry and apply a second coat if necessary, per product instructions. Allow all initial stain or primer to dry completely before continuing. Consult specific product instructions regarding drying time.
Dampen a paper towel with paint thinner, acetone or another solvent and wipe away any overspray on the glass windows. You can do this throughout the painting project if you accidentally paint on the glass.
Apply the first coat of urethane or finishing paint with a spray gun or paintbrush. Allow this first coat to dry completely before continuing.
Sand the newly stained or painted area with 220-grit sandpaper to ensure a good surface for the final coat. Blow away sanding dust with compressed air or wipe it away with a tack cloth.
Apply the second coat of urethane or paint to the windows. Allow this coat to dry completely and inspect your work. Touch up areas or apply a third coat if necessary to achieve your desired color or consistency.
Clean the glass with solvent or scrape it with the flat edge of a razor blade to remove any excess paint or stain. Reinstall all locking hardware and put the windows back into place in your home.


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3 Tips for Effective Video Testimonials
Yesterday I spent the day with Ed Rivis (from www.edrivis.com) sorting out his office studio, teaching him green screen techniques and discussing the future of web video in relation to SMEs.
At the end of the day I shot this quick testimonial video with him and today made it much more effective.
Take a look:
The more memorable the customer testimonial video is the more effective it will be. With this in mind…
Tip 1. Keep it Interesting!
All videos should be more interesting or entertaining above and beyond what the person is actually saying. Show someone something new and they'll remember it. For example, tomorrow I'm going to be filming some testimonials underneath a Concord at a networking event.
Obviously you may not have the skills for video effects or have an iconic plane to hand but think about what is going on in the background. Can you ask your client to stand in front of your production line? Or is there a local landmark that you want to associate your business with? Get creative!
Tip 2. Keep it Short!
You only need your client to get across one or two points about your product or service. 60 to 90 seconds should be enough time and never go over two minutes. If the video ends with the viewer feeling bored they'll come to associate that feeling with your product.
Tip 3. Keep it Real!
Don't give your client a script to read from. Don't even ask them to write one for themselves. Viewers will be skeptical about whose words they are saying and you may lose their trust.
In the video above Ed stumbles for a second or two as he casts around for the right words to say. I could have asked for a retake but this makes his words more genuine to you. Then when he gets to the part where he recommends me, you think that is more genuine as well. (BTW he was being genuine, I'm just looking at the phycology of the process.)
So remember with all web video and testimonials in particular:
"People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." - Maya Angelou
I recommend you check out www.edrivis.com where you'll find loads of advice about web marketing. The great thing about Ed's advice it that it is all backed up by evidence, not just anecdotes.


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Terms & Conditions
The Registry Select International is a legally established corporation whose main offices are located at Mazatlan, Sinaloa, Mexico with call centers Worldwide.
The corporate purpose of Registry Select International is to act as a mediator, by means of a private member based online travel agency, pursuant to the clauses below.
- Pursuant to this membership agreement for access to Registry Select International, the member acquires the right to the travel and hospitality options available through the online travel directories of REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL.
- The member has access to the destinations and travel venues of the REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL program up to the limits of the terms and conditions of the agreement and those limits expressed on the cover on the cover page of his purchase agreement.
- The member understands that in order to protect the interests of REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL and all other members of the online travel agency, it is strictly forbidden to exhibit on any public media, including bulletin boards, social sites or any other forum, comments of any nature about the REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL program. Failure to comply with this condition will result in the immediate cancellation of the agreement with the member and the loss of all benefits.
- The member will have access to any and all preferential benefits of the REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL program up to the limits of the purchase agreement.
- The member understands that reservation fees may not include taxes, entertainment packages or "all inclusive fees". All such fees are entirely the responsibility of the member.
- The validity of this agreement shall be for the number on nights and period of years described on the cover page of the member's purchase agreement. This agreement will be renewed each year on the anniversary date of the agreement, provided that the member has abided by the terms and conditions of the agreement and that any and all fees have been paid. When the term of the agreement expires all benefits and privileges of this agreement become null and void.
- The member agrees that the provisions of this agreement are dependent on compliance with the terms of payment described on the cover page of his purchase agreement. Failure to comply with the payment provisions of the agreement will suspend all the member activities and may lead to the cancellation of the entire agreement.
- The annual fee, due on the anniversary date of this agreement, is currently $99.00 USD. Said fee may be paid in equivalent funds of the currency where the member resides. The annual fee is subject to change based on the rate of inflation for the dollar of the United States of North America. Changes in the annual fee will be prominently posted on the REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL web site within 15 days of the proposed change.
- Failure to pay the annual fee will result in suspension of all benefits accorded to the member by his agreement. Late fees of $25.00 USD will be applied at 30 days past the due date of the relevant fee. At 60 days past the due date, an advisory will be sent indicating that the member has 15 days to pay any fees due or the agreement will become permanently null and void.
- The member hereby expresses consent to the automatic renewal of this agreement at the anniversary date on the cover page of his agreement and authorizes the billing for said fee.
- The member understands that under no circumstances will there be any reimbursement on the part of REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL, the primary contractor or any service provider that has supplied nights or any other service not completed within the time and terms of this agreement.
- The member agrees that occupancy rules are established by the destination service provider and are not the responsibility of REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL. The member may select the appropriate size accommodation for each of the Nights described in the cover letter of his purchase agreement.
- The member understands that REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL acts only as a mediator for any of the services offered by this agreement. Reservations are subject to the availability established by the service provider or the destination property not by REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL.
- All reservations must be made by phone, electronic mail, and regular mail or directly online at www.registryselectinternational.com. No third parties may act as agents for REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL or make any reservations not made in accordance with the terms and conditions of this agreement.
- The nights listed on the cover page of this agreement are not negotiable items. They may not be exchanged for cash or be substituted for lodging with any other company.
- Reservation requests may be made with a minimum of 48 hours and a maximum of one year in advance of the desired travel date.
- In the event that there is no availability for the dates and destination desired, call the REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL concierge for help with alternative offers.
- Reservations will be considered confirmed when the member has received written notice from REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL or from the service provider directly. It is the sole responsibility of the member to check reservation confirmations for accuracy. In case of errors in the confirmation, the member must contact the issuing agent immediately. Changes to a correct and confirmed reservation are entirely the province of the service provider for that reservation. REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL is not responsible for the policies of the vendors or service providers involved with this agreement and may not be compelled to modify a confirmed reservation.
- No reservation will be confirmed until the member has paid the appropriate occupation fee.
- All questions or comments concerning the use should be addressed to firstname.lastname@example.com
- Discounts and specially priced services are entirely at the discretion of the service provider and may be changed at any time without notice.
- Requests for cancellation of confirmed reservations are between the member and the service provider. REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL cannot be held responsible for disputes concerning changes to a confirmed reservation. In the event that the member does not use a confirmed reservation, no refunds will be made either by the service provider or REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL.
- Any problems arising from the use of a service or habitation must be addressed to the appropriate person at the offices of the service provided. In the event that the service provider is unresponsive, then a written explanation must be sent to email@example.com within 10 days of the specified problem.
- The only services agreed between the parties are those specified on the cover page of the members' agreement and in the terms and conditions detailed here and in the written agreement with the member.
- In the rare event that the member, with a confirmed reservation, is refused service for any reason, then the member agrees that the service provider is the responsible party. The service provider must provide equal or better housing at an equivalent resort or hotel or reimburse 100% of the members expenses incurred as a result of the disqualified reservation. The member agrees that REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL and its affiliate companies may not be held responsible for the negligence and breach of commitment at the destination property. REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL will provide assistance to the member to obtain the services necessary and by negotiating with the destination resort for indemnification pursuant to law.
- REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL or its' affiliated companies cannot be held responsible for loss or damages as the result of Force Majeure or Acts of God occurring at any time during the reservation and travel period.
- This agreement refers to an application for membership in a private online travel agency. Therefore, the provisions in article 56 of the Federal Act for Consumer Protection within Mexico, regarding the consent reversal of the member does not apply to any right of reimbursement. The member may request the early termination of this agreement without judicial sentence through a written notice addressed to REGISTRY SELECT INTERNATIONAL at firstname.lastname@example.com.
- All parties agree that in the event of any dispute that may arise from the interpretation of this agreement, as well as for the compulsory fulfillment thereof, they shall be expressly subject to the jurisdiction of Commercial Courts of the State of Sinaloa, Mexico expressly waiving any other jurisdiction that may correspond to them according to their current of future domicile.
- The member acknowledges that there was no coercion, willful misconduct, harm, bad faith, error or any other vice of consent whatsoever against the parties during the execution of this agreement,. The member expressly waives any right to legal action that may correspond to them in order to contest the circumstances mentioned above.


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First, before I get started, note that I will NOT be providing a link to the "real" game in this post. I will explain why "real" is in quotations and why I won't give the link, so if you are curious about reading about the game, carry on. If you're looking for a download, it's not here.
So, while perusing YouTube, I came across a "Top 15 Most Disturbing Sites on the Deep Web" video. Now, I've been to the Deep Web, and actually explored as much as I could while avoiding drug and porn sites. As a horror/gore enthusiast, I was looking for something very specific, and after a few months, I stopped going on because I never found it. And they say you can find anything on the Deep Web…
Torbook is the Deep Web version of Facebook, and even though I don't like Facebook, I enjoyed taking a different persona using this site. Thankfully, CP was specifically banned from this site. (CP is "Child Pornography," or known to some as "Cheese Pizza.") I didn't have much to worry about when it came to images on that specific site. I also will not reveal who I was there because… well, that'd be foolish. I expect my "friends" there probably wonder where I disappeared to, but I lost interest in the Deep Web because I could not find what I was looking for. AND NO, you will not be arrested by BROWSING the Deep Web, that is just something people say. There are things you can do there to get you arrested, like drug dealing, distributing and buying CP, hacking, hiring hitmen, et cetera, but as a pretty avid law abider, I of course was not interested in anything illegal. Believe it or not, you can safely browse the Deep Web! You just gotta know your way around, and the Hidden Wiki helps with all of that. I was surprised at how honest and kind the people were compared to the Surface Web… you'd think an entire community of sleaze bags would be way worse than the usual people you get on this 4% of the internet…
ANYWAY, when I heard about this "game" that supposedly came from the Deep Web, a place I haven't gone to for months, I was curious, so I looked up videos on YouTube. The video set I came to was uploaded by Obscure Horror Corner, and honestly, it wasn't really like what the stories said. If you are unfamiliar with the story, the game is supposed to have many disturbing images, but all this footage had was gameplay that was halfway between LSD: Dream Emulator and SCP-087-B, a couple of random images that were not disturbing in any way, and strange audio. There wasn't even any threat to your character. Confused, I did some digging.
Apparently, from what I've gathered, OHC created that "game" himself, claiming that someone sent it to him from the Deep Web. However, the .onion link was not a real link. But then someone on 4Chan provides a link to the "real" game, claiming to be the person who sent the game to OHC in the first place. Of course, people downloaded it like crazy. However, it was only similar to OHC's videos, but had distinct differences.
The gameplay and audio is pretty much the same, and there are a couple of images that appear that are from OHC's videos. Then there are the images that gave the game its creepy backstory. There are a bunch of gore pictures and one, count 'em, one CP image. But the biggest thing that is in the game……….. is a very vicious botnet virus. This virus is pretty sneaky; it can get passed both VMs and virus scanners, and does really heavy damage to your computer, to the point where you'd have to do a system reboot, and that's not fun! Hope you didn't have any important files!
There are eleven images; one "game over" screen, a screen that says "you won," four gore pictures, one CP picture, and four seemingly pointless pictures that were found in OHC's "original." So this malicious version of the game is known as the "clone" of Sad Satan, and OHC later said that he purposefully provided a fake link because he did not want to distribute the game with the CP and gore in it. Many have speculated that this is all bunk.
Now, I am absolutely desensitized to anything that doesn't involve animal abuse or rape/molestation. I actually get pretty irked if there's even a consensual sex scene in the movies I watch, but that's just because I personally don't want to see other people having sex. Anything that's bloody or disgusting, I can handle no problem. So I tracked down an uncensored video of someone playing the game (obviously not on YouTube because it violates the Terms of Service), and I was able to see most of the "horrific" images. I am glad to say that the uploader had the decency to blur the one CP picture, as I was quite afraid of seeing that one, but I wanted to find out if these gore pictures were really as bad as people said they were.
Well, for me, no, they were not. Most of them are just decapitations and/or severed limbs, and the one of someone's head being crushed by a truck tire was too pixelated to even get a proper idea of what you were seeing. I've spent quite a lot of time on gore sites like BestGore, and these pictures were nothing. Then again, I've never seen anything on BestGore that disturbed me, but then again again, I avoid all sections of that site that involve animals or sex. Murders, suicides, accidents, all that stuff, no problems.
It's fully possible that these images in the clone game are of real deaths, which is tragic. I'm not saying that it's no big deal that people died, I'm saying that it just doesn't disturb me like it does other people. I watched "3 Guys 1 Hammer," and the only thing on my mind was, "that poor guy didn't deserve to die." Unlike many people's reactions, I did not cry, I did not cringe, I did not vomit, the actual violence did not affect me, but even though I felt sorry for the victim, the death did not surprise me. I'm not afraid of death, and I'm not shocked when I read a story about people getting killed. There are filthy people out there committing these crimes, and I'm just so used to the fact that people are evil. This lack of sensitivity isn't a bad thing, but it's not exactly a good thing either.
There is a "clean" version of Sad Satan out there. A user on reddit took the clone and replaced the disturbing images with appropriate ones, and when you do that, the game itself is nothing special. It's actually extremely boring. Then again, I found the clone boring anyway once I saw what all the fuss was about. If you want to go into depth about this game, here is a link to the reddit page: Sad Satan Reddit
Note that you will NOT find a download link to the original clone there either. You don't want to! I myself didn't even look for it because I wasn't interested in attempting it. I have a very nice gaming computer with a lot of art and projects on it, and I am NOT risking some virus killing it. Plus, my boyfriend (who builds computers and built mine) would not be happy with me. Seriously, it doesn't matter if you're desensitized like me, do not go looking for the download, it's not worth it.
A couple of things need to be said here. Many people are not familiar with laws concerning these types of things, especially in the US. You will not go to jail for viewing gore, real or fake. Now, if you have a connection to the killer of the victims in the photos, or if you are the killer, you might run into a wee little problem… sarcasm on the "wee" part. Also, technically you would not go to jail for simply stumbling across a few CP images. Let's face it, even on Google, if you have safe search turned off, you might run into something that makes you go, "oh shit, did not need to see that!" Chances are, that image will soon be reported and taken down anyway. On the Deep Web, you are able to view CP, but I assume you have to pay for it on bigger sites. This is what can get you jail time. You get in trouble for "producing, distributing, disseminating, importing, exporting, offering, selling or possessing" CP according to the law. In the United States, this does not apply to art depicting fictional underage characters, but some countries do prohibit that as well. So sure, if you go looking for it (which I don't know why you would), you'll get in trouble. But no one can penalize you for accidentally seeing a picture of CP. However, if you do stumble across one, you might want to contact authorities immediately. Thanks to SomeOrdinaryGamers, authorities in the US and Canada are aware of Sad Satan's existence, but in reality, that won't keep it off the internet.
Just as a side note on Cheese Pizza, I cannot understand how anyone could be sexually attracted to a child. You know, skirts are getting shorter, and little ten year old girls are showing their legs, but this doesn't turn me on like a woman in her twenties wearing a short skirt would. Why? Because kids just… don't have it! They don't have sexy parts! Little girls don't have breasts, hips, a developed figure, and little boys are sort of… awkward to say the least. Guys just aren't sexy until they GET THERE, you know what I mean? Why would you want a little boy instead of a MAN? Yes, I've seen children that are cute, children that are beautiful, and children that make me think, "that kid is gonna be pretty good looking when they're older, if they're lucky." Appreciating another human's beauty is not a problem, but there's a difference between "beautiful" and "sexy." Sorry, but children cannot be sexy, and pedophiles are absolutely disgusting in every way. *Sigh* I felt like I had to get that off my chest.
Another thing is, there is a huge misconception concerning horror junkies like me. Many people believe that horror/gore lovers are psychotic, sick, violent, and murderers-in-the-making. This is not true. Yes, I'm technically insane and need medication, but I've always kept my "murdering" and violence to fiction. Actually, by definition, I'm most likely a borderline Sociopath, or maybe a full blown Sociopath, I don't know, I'm not a psychiatrist. But a majority of horror junkies are far from dangerous. To quote the song "Vicarious" by Tool, "I need to watch things die from a good safe distance. Vicariously I live while the whole world dies. You all feel the same so why can't we just admit it?" MJK makes a very good point throughout this entire song. We love scary things, we love to see blood and guts, we often do not fear the concept of death, and even the real stuff doesn't phase us, but when it comes down to it, we're still just watching from a distance, out of harm's way. When it's fictional, we explore it, we smile about it, we thrive on it, and it gets us excited (not sexually in most cases… I hope…) And when it's real, it doesn't shock us, but it sure as hell doesn't make us say, "oh thats a gewd idea! I'ma go kill me a fella!" Sure, you're going to get someone that's just unstable enough to do that sort of thing, but please don't lump us innocent ones in with the people who actually take lives. We're definitely not the same.
So, no, it does not make someone "sick" if they enjoy gore, or if the sight of a dead body doesn't affect them. The ones who are sick are the ones actually giving us the gore, and that's what makes being desensitized a bad thing. (I also am weirded out by people who get sexually aroused by it.) The good side of it is, seeing that stuff won't damage our psyche. Some people who see horror and gore have nightmares, or are constantly bothered by it for days, weeks, maybe even months. Some people who witness murders go to therapy afterward because the image haunts them. But if you still think desensitized people are sick, think about people who deal with death and real gore as a profession. They have to be mentally prepared to work in the many fields that deal with that sort of thing. In reality, people who are desensitized and healthy are helping society because they are able to pursue those types of careers. If I wasn't Manic Depressive, I'd be able to work in one of those fields no problem… well, and if I were good at math. XD
As for Sad Satan, what is it really? Well, it seems it was first something OHC created to boost his channel popularity, and then it was taken by some sicko for no reason but to cause harm in as many people as possible by using different methods at once. Hell, for all we know, OHC and the creator of the clone could be the same person! But the fact of the matter is, the clone targets people in a variety of ways. Even if you're not sensitive to gore, and even if you can chase the image of that one CP picture out of your head, you're still left with a FUCKING VIRUS. The clone was not made as a form of art or a tribute to the original "gameplay," it was an all out attack. It's actually not fair, they could've made a pretty cool indie game if they toned down the images and left out the virus. But I guess some people get off on negative popularity…
I'm still glad the CP picture was blurred in that uncensored video. Shit like that really does disgust me.
Sad Satan ORIGINAL video by Obscure Horror Corner:
SomeOrdinaryGamers Plays the clone:
"Clean" version:
I won't post the uncensored video, if you're really that curious, you can find it yourself.


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Where Night Stops—February 13, 2018 release
The launch of Where Night Stops got pushed a month to February 13, 2018. Which is good. Because I'm getting that damn-Christmas-is-only-a-week-or-so-off-and-I've-gotten-presents-yet sort of feeling. And I pretty much think everyone else is stress-thinking of the holidays too—which ever one that is—and not about book launches.


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Cleanion sweeper
Storage position
The motor can be disconnected from its folding handlebar to save space for storage.
Powered wheels
With two rear motors, Zero Turn manoeuvres are possible, making it easy to handle. It climbs up onto curbs with ease.
Carbon footprint
PELLENC professional power tools eliminate nearly 99% of direct emissions of greenhouse gases compared with an internal combustion engine, namely, 86 times less. And, if you recharge your PELLENC batteries with our Solerion solar charger, CO2 emissions are totally eliminated.
|THERMAL SWEEPER Direct emissions + petrol production
|CLEANION Direct emissions + electricity production
|WITH SOLERION Direct emissions
|Carbon equivalent/day
|70.5 lbs CO2/day
|10.8 oz CO2/day
|0 oz CO2/day
Data: 1kWh EDF corresponds on average with a carbon equivalent of 3.17 oz CO2/kWh in France, covering production and the remainder of its life (ADEME-France) — 35.2 oz of SP95 super fuel has a carbon equivalent of 25.06 lb CO2/gal of direct emissions and 55.12 lb CO2/gal in production + direct emissions. — This is based on: 6-hour working day and 200 annual working days.
|Overall dimensions when unfolded, H x L x W – in
|39.4 x 62.3 x 39.4 in
|Working width
|39.4 in
|Weight (with battery) – lbs
|Weight (without battery) – lbs
|Maximum power – W
|Brush rotation speed
|4 speeds from 100 to 200
|Surface battery life – sq ft
|Up to 49,514
|Handling (Zero Turn)