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BSC Announces New Vice President
Baldwin Supply Company Welcomes
New Vice President of Marketing and Business Development
Hiring of Mike Tobias continues Baldwin's focus on hiring and promoting for growth
MINNEAPOLIS—April 17, 2017—Baldwin Supply Company, a leading independent supplier of power transmission, automation, conveyor belt, and other industrial products, today announces that Mike Tobias has joined the company as vice president of Marketing and Business Development.
Tobias brings nearly 20 years of industry experience to his new position at Baldwin, where he is responsible for helping to further differentiate Baldwin in the marketplace and position it for continued and accelerated growth. Prior to joining Baldwin, Tobias spent 17 years at Gates Corporation, a leading manufacturer of power transmission belts and fluid power products, most recently as the director of Northern Division Sales. He also spent two years at industrial distributor Kaman Industrial Technologies as an account manager.
The hiring of Tobias comes on the heels of a number of promotions and hirings at the company designed to provide both long-term stability and innovative thought leadership as the company grows its marketshare. In January, the company's COO, Rob LaRue, was promoted to president and COO as Rob Herem, who had presided over Baldwin as president for eight years, transitioned into a president emeritus role. Last fall, Paul Bohlsen joined Baldwin as vice president of Finance after having spent 16 years in finance positions with General Mills. Additional recent new hires include Gary Chavie as director of Automation and Pat Swanson as product manager for Motor Sales.
"This is an exciting time of change at Baldwin, as we embrace the opportunity to strategically direct our future and, as a result, the future of the industry," said Dave LaRue, owner and CEO of Baldwin. "I have every confidence in our new president, our new vice presidents and our entire team to help Baldwin continue to thrive as an independent family business and to meet and exceed the needs of our customers, our partners, and the industry."


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Universe is a not-for-profit, after-school art center for students K-3. Although every child is welcome, Universe is strategically located to serve economically disadvantaged communities across the U.S.
For this school project, I worked independently. The assignment was to concept a large-scale business from the ground up and develop its brand. While concepting, I knew I wanted to create a not-for-profit, and through my research I became very interested in the educational disparities that exist between children from affluent communities and children from economically disadvantaged communities.
My goal while creating Universe was to create a safe environment for children to express themselves, connect with other kids, and unwind from the stresses in their lives. Universe opens doors that lead to opportunity and growth through art techniques, imagination exploration, and problem-solving.
The name Universe:
stands for the infinite opportunities and and possibilities that art can provide for children.
Where people call home has a significant impact on their lives. For children and families, location impacts crucial factors, including the number of safe spaces available for playing outside, access to fresh produce, quality of education, and accessibility of afterschool programs.
In affluent neighborhoods, families have access to an entire community full of positive experiences and influences. In communities of concentrated poverty, research has found the opposite. Children living in these communities are more likely to attend schools where the dropout rate is high and test scores are low, and to live in less safe neighborhoods with rates of crime.
CITED: afterschoolalliance.org
We can position our program to be both approachable and accessible
We can get kids excited and get parents interested in our program
We believe that direct communication is the best approach to reach, empower, and strengthen families
Below are two neighboring counties in Michigan. Despite the proximity to one another, a child growing up in Wayne County will attend schools that have a lower percentage of students who graduate on time and will live in a community with a higher unemployment rate and a higher percentage of disconnected youth (youth ages 16 to 24 who are neither in school nor employed).

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YEY! The Spring Edition is here. We are super excited to invite you to apply to The Art & Crafts Savoir Faire which is being held on Sunday June 2, 2013 at the Adeylu Centre in Aylmer. Just minutes from Ottawa, there will be over 40 talented artist and crafters, a kids craft area and workshops running throughout the day. The cost for a table is $35 and vendor applications are being accepted until April 26th, 2013. All successful applicants will be notified by April 30th, 2013.
Just hit the Apply button above to get started!!!
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Bob's clinical gifts are matched only by his kindness and compassion. I have worked with Bob for several years and not only has he healed my physical body, he's attended to and nurtured my soul. Bob is a true blessing in my life.
Testimonials about Acupuncture Treatment
After unsuccessfully dealing with infertility for over 3 years, including doing both IUI and IVF procedures, my husband and I decided to continue to try to get pregnant naturally with the help of Chinese Medicine. We were referred to Bob from friends whom he had helped. After working closely with Bob over the course of 10 months we were thrilled to conceive and now have a healthy daughter.
Out of desperation I decided to try acupuncture after dealing with severe low back pain that had persisted for several months. It had not responded well to pain medication. I was surprised that after a series of treatments I was able to sleep through the night without pain and am back to playing golf without pain. Thank you, Bob, for your help.
I went from having 2 to 3 severe migraines a week over the past several years to getting a much milder and easily manageable headache maybe once every 2 months. Bob's help has made a huge difference in my quality of life.
Bob has treated our family over the past 20 years. We come regularly for preventive care as well as getting help for any health issue that arises. He has been a mainstay in our overall wellness. Besides his wonderful clinical skills, we greatly value his advice and counsel in keeping us healthy.
I have had Irritable Bowel Syndrome since college. It would go through phases of flaring up and them calming down, depending on my stress levels and diet. Bob's treatment has made a remarkable difference. Since working with Bob over the past 2 years my Irritable Bowel Syndrome is basically gone. It is not an issue in my life anymore.
I developed allergies since moving to Washington 19 years ago. Bob's regimen of acupuncture and herbs has reduced them by about 90%. I am no longer on allergy shots and rarely even think about them. Thanks Bob.
Bob was a tremendous help as I went through my cancer treatment. The acupuncture really helped me get through chemotherapy with less fatigue as well as helping my spirits. I really appreciate that Bob was so available to me during this time. His advice as well as treatment, I am convinced, allowed me to recover much more quickly than expected.
Bob has helped me with menopause symptoms of hot flashes and night sweats. The combination of acupuncture and herbs has eliminated most of my symptoms over the past year. For all the known reasons, I didn't want to go on hormone therapy. I am thrilled that I found an effective, natural way to deal with it.
Depression runs in my family and I have been struggling with it most of my adult life. I had read that there were some studies indicating the effectiveness of acupuncture for depression. A co- worker recommended Bob, who had helped her son with depression. I was open to any help possible at this point, since I have had trouble with side effects of medication over the years. I have been grateful for the change the treatments have made in my overall mood. I am functioning at a much better level and feel more confident in my ability to manage this condition.
I have been seeing Bob for acupuncture periodically over the past 20 years. I feel he has greatly helped me in staying healthy through the years.
When Bob told me that he could help me stop smoking with acupuncture I was skeptical. I had been a 2 to 3 pack a day smoker for 25 years. I had tried several times to stop with minimal success. I was surprised how well the acupuncture went. It has been 15 years now that Bob helped me stop and I haven't had a cigarette since.


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Palm Springs, surrounded with mountains from all sides, is located in Coachella Valley desert area. This desert city has developed as one of the best tourist destinations of US. Some of the best
When it comes to winter vacations, North America is still top of the game for glamorous and snow-packed destinations. Picture the scene; fur coats, roaring log fires and crystal glasses of brandy
Your budget decides your period of stay in a foreign country. And if it is a country as large as USA which asks you to spend a good time there, the budget becomes even more important. Budget


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Our highlight for this trip was to chase Cherry Blossom, so we had to visit Changwon by 10 April 2018 before the festival ended. We rushed there by KTX train on our second day. Although it's not the cheapest way, but it only took 3 hours instead of 4 hours by bus (KRW 36,000).
KTX from Seoul to Masan KRW 53,300.
It's cheaper to purchase Korail Pass (Saver) - KRW 91,000.
2 day / 4 day is flexible pass, not consecutive days.
We used it for a ticket back from Suncheon to Seoul KRW 44,300.
Alighted at Changwon, one station before Masan.
My second reason to visit Changwon was to find my engraved name,
which I participated in a campaign 'Write your name in Korea.'
As you can take unlimited train rides, we initially planned to go Tourist Information at Changwon to get complimentary city tour ticket and leave our luggage there, then take KTX to Hadong and visit Gwangyang Maehwa Village (광양 매화마을).
However, it's still early and worried that tourist information not yet open, we dropped our luggage at the hotel first.
Singapore flag with greetings in 4 official languages
(English, Mandarin, Malay and Tamil).
(English, Mandarin, Malay and Tamil).
The taxi driver dropped us off at the small alley, and we'd to walk a bit until we saw the colourful floor full of names!!!
There are 23,000 colorful name plates of engraved names of foreigners and
Korean celebrities such as Jeon Ji-hyeon, f(x)'s Krystal Jung, 4Minute, Kara
and other popular Korean stars paved on 155 meter long street.
Doesn't it look like a gigantic periodic table?
Good that periodic table doesn't have 23,000 elements~! ;P
Didn't visit Changwon on our previous trip in 2015 due to time constraints.
Finally, we were able to make it this time round!
Donning a billowy Hanbok, I imagine myself strolling down
Sang Sang Gil Imaginary Street as a superstar towards
their name on Walk of Fame to sign or hand-print on it.
Ah ha~! Here is my name... Vera Lee~^^
Actually, my hubby's name also engraved there, but we only realised it
after we went back to the hotel at night.
It was early in the morning, and only a few shops were open.
My hubby spent KRW 5,000 for catcher game machine, but didn't win anything. LOL!!!
Changdong Art Village...
Is this Buljonggeori Road, where a huge bronze
Buddhist temple bell sculpture is located?


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Insurance companies offer standard agreements designed to cover risks which they can pool over their client portfolio. Usually, only large groups can subscribe to customized policies designed to cover risks which are peculiar to their activity or situation.
In combination with its affiliated company XV Courtage insurance brooker, XV Finance makes engineered insurance solutions available to mid-size corporates so as to cover risks which are specific and thus cannot be pooled over a group of subscribers (commercial, legal, financial risks…).
We help our clients to assess their needs, engineer insurance solutions for them, and select the appropriate insurance company. XV Finance and XV Courtage insurance broker are also qualified and possess the relationships to incorporate, buy and manage captive reinsurance companies for the clients.


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The Karen-Padaung women display their beauty, and their status as married women, by wearing carved elephant tusk in their ears. When a woman is married, her ears are pierced and an elephant tusk of one to four centimetres in length is inserted.
The Padaung's famous long-necked women wear brass coils around their necks. A symbol of wealth, position and beauty, the coils can stretch their necks over a foot and weigh over 20 pounds (9kg).
The coils are made from brass and gold alloy. Because long necked women can't lean their head's back, they must use straws in order to drink.
The rings may appear cumbersome, but the Padaungs believe that beauty lies in a long neck, which is regarded as graceful as a swan's. The tradition of wearing bronze rings round the neck is slowly being discarded but there are still a few who continue to follow this age-old custom.
A young Karen-Padaung girl is weaving inside the refugee camp near the city of Nai Soi in the Mae Hong Son Province of Thailand.
A young Karen-Padaung girl looks in her mirror while putting on make up.
At about the age of 6, girls are allowed to choose whether or not to put on the rings. Wearers say that they are not uncomfortable, although their weight forces the shoulders down, making the neck look longer.
A young Karen-Padaung girl shows the brass loops around her legs. Leg loops can weigh up to 30 pounds and force the women to waddle when they walk and sit straight legged.


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Christmas Sunday at CCH is also one of the few "Friends Day" we have, when we invite our friends to join us for worship. Bring a friend with you to church on Christmas Sunday to hear the good news of Jesus' birth!
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Earlier Event: November 26CCH Thanksgiving Potluck & Cook-Off
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Christian began his career in the advertising industry back in 1986 and has since then worked with storytelling and concept development at an international level.
As partner in the advertising agency Advance his primary client has been LEGO. Throughout the years Christian Faber, in the role of Art Director, has been behind some of the toy brand's biggest worldwide successes. For many years he was responsible for LEGO Technic and deeply involved in the collaboration between LEGO and Lucas Arts concerning STAR WARS.
The high point was the creation of the original BIONICLE toy line which was LEGO's first self-produced IP getting an unprecedented 10-year lifespan from 2001 to 2011, with a reboot in 2015-2016. LEGO BIONICLE still has a massive fan base around the world.
In the hands of Christian Faber BIONICLE became much more than a series of toys. It became an entire universe of engaging stories, games, and music on many different platforms.
As counterweight to the advertising projects, Christian Faber started to develop his own universe in his spare time. REBEL NATURE was sparked by becoming a father and was ignited by a growing concern for the environment, climate, pollution and our blind fascination with material wealth and technology. Especially the intense pollution of the oceans gave birth to a wish to tell stories with a different purpose than selling toys; a wish to inspire and change behavior through engaging storytelling.
In 2015 Christian Faber quit his job at Advance, sold his shares in the company and left the advertising industry to put all his energy and focus into REBEL NATURE. In 2016 he started Goodman Rock with colleagues from the visual industry with the goal of creating the full IP and the feature film "Waveborn" taking place inside the Rebel Nature universe.
Merlin P. Mann
Mixing animation with fantasy and sci-fi, Merlin P. Mann's breakthrough came with the release of TAYNIKMA in 2005. Eighteen books later, the children's book series TAYNIKMA has past sales records of more than half a million copies along with being available / distributed in twelve different languages.
With a background in script writing from the Danish Film School (2010-2011), Merlin has been writing scripts for both animation films and theatre plays based on the TAYNIKMA universe.
Furthermore, Merlin has written book editions for Disney and Pixar movies and has collaborated with Christian Faber on various concept development for LEGO. While working on his own books and films, Merlin has over the past few years written radio drama plays for the Danish Broadcasting Corporation. Merlin also teaches dramaturgy at the education Graphic Storytelling at the Animation Workshop and has held a wide range of lectures and workshops for children and teenagers.
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GHOST VFX - Visual effects and production
In 1999 Ghost VFX saw the light of the day with Jeppe Nygaard Christensen and Martin Gårdeler amongst its founding members. Since that day, Ghost VFX has become part of the global elite within visual effects for commercials, TV series and feature films. Their visual effects work soon skyrocketed their status all the way from Denmark to Hollywood. Their impressive repertoire features titles such as HELLBOY, PACIFIC RIM, HARRY POTTER and many others.
With their effects work on the Oscar-nominated Rogue One, the Danish VFX company's truly established its international standing in the film industry. Developing their own worlds/universes and stories has been Ghost VFX's passion since their very foundation. Many years of successful collaborations with Christian Faber on LEGO projects like BIONICLE only led to the natural step for Jeppe and Martin to become part of the REBEL NATURE team. Here, they could harvest from their vast experience from Ghost VFX and their production facilities.
Thomas Lydholm
Thomas Lydholm started his career in the Danish film industry in 1983. Since then he has produced a variety of feature films and TV-series in Denmark and Sweden including titles such as the television crime series BECK, 2900 HAPPINESS and BIG DREAMS along with feature films such as EYE OF THE EAGLE. Furthermore, Thomas has produced numerous short films such as Birger Larsen's Oscar-nominated SWEETHEARTS.
Prior to his work as a producer, Thomas had a career as a location manager on films like BABETTE'S FEAST and THE HOUSE OF THE SPIRITS. On top of Thomas' work as a producer, he has been in leading positions for production companies such as Per Holst Film, Sandrews/Metronome and Nordisk Film/TV.
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"Modeling Infrastructure Interdependencies Using Multilayer Networks" More >
Presentation by Frank Douma, Assistant Director, State and Local Policy Program, Humphrey Institute, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
September 10, 2009
New intelligent transportation systems (ITS), such as in-vehicle data recorders, photo radar, and electronically monitored toll lanes, increasingly incorporate data-gathering into the transportation infrastructure. Such technology offers promising tools for transportation engineers and planners but also raises questions about what data can be collected and how it can be used.
At a September 10 Advanced Transportation Technologies seminar, Frank Douma, assistant director of the State and Local Policy Program at the Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs, discussed the implications of privacy law for ITS projects and outlined two tools he has developed to help navigate the maze of privacy restrictions on data.
Privacy law in the United States is a loose network of laws, with federal law setting a minimum standard and many states adding tougher restrictions, Douma said. Two key concepts that affect ITS are the definition of "zone of privacy" and the use of surveillance technology.
Past federal rulings have concluded that drivers traveling in an automobile on public thoroughfares have no expectation of privacy. Similarly, pedestrians in a public place such as Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis, where cameras track traffic, cannot assume they are in a protected zone.
However, new technology, including ITS, has spurred states to impose limits on what data can be collected and how it can be used. Photo radar has been banned or limited in five states, and California has enacted regulations for in-vehicle technology such as event data recorders.
One balancing test in tort law is whether individuals can opt in or opt out of having their data used. "If you made a conscious decision to share your information, then you have a lower expectation of privacy than if your data is grabbed and you have to act to protect it," Douma said.
Another question about the data is whether it is privately or publicly collected. Regulation is stronger for government information, but much ITS data is collected and stored by private actors. Many parties are interested in ITS data, Douma said. Police have used data from GPS systems in cars to aid criminal investigations, and courts have allowed insurance companies to use event data recorders to establish driver liability in crashes. Law enforcement agencies use cameras to enforce driving speeds and cite drivers who run red lights. They also use ignition interlock systems to read breath alcohol levels of drivers who have received DUIs. "This is where the rubber hits the road when you're talking about privacy and ITS," Douma said.
Such technologies can lead to controversy. One example is the red-light cameras installed by the city of Minneapolis. The city had to take the cameras down, but not over privacy concerns, Douma said. Instead, the issue was that the cameras took pictures of license plates rather than drivers, and except in a few cases, an individual cannot be found guilty of a crime unless he or she can be identified as the person committing it.
With the help of a TechPlan grant from the ITS Institute, Douma developed two tools to help transportation planners and engineers sort through the legal issues surrounding the collection and use of ITS data.
The ITS Privacy Law Toolbox considers three issues: the level of anonymity of the data, consent issues such as whether drivers can opt in or opt out, and who is using the data. The Taxonomy of Privacy Issues divides ITS applications into three categories based on privacy issues.
ITS applications with no privacy issues include those that collect system-level data, such as traffic counters or loop detectors used to control signals. In both cases, no identifying information is collected on individual drivers.
Applications with moderate privacy impacts include license plate readers, toll transponders, or infrared carpool-lane scanners. These are needed for the system to work, but they can be an opt-in situation.
Applications that raise the most privacy concerns are those for which a driver and occupant in a vehicle can be observed and identified. Examples include fingerprint or Breathalyzer readers connected to ignition interlock systems. Such data could be collected for law enforcement and other purposes.
As a next step, Douma said he has received a follow-up grant through the TechPlan program to apply these tools to specific cases, including graduated driver's license enforcement and vehicle miles traveled (VMT) revenue collection.


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The prevailing thought is that money can't buy happiness, but new research suggests it can. A study published in Nature Human Behaviour found that $95,000 was the ideal annual income point for life evaluation, and between $60,000 and $75,000 was the ideal annual income for emotional well-being. However, it's not an unlimited pool, as income levels above those reported did not bestow additional happiness.
Money Can Buy You Happiness, but Only So Much
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In logic, equivocation ('calling two different things by the same name') is an informal fallacy resulting from the use of a particular word/expression in multiple senses throughout an argument leading to a false conclusion.[1][2] Abbott and Costello's "Who's on first?" routine is a well known example of equivocation.[3][4]
It is a type of ambiguity that stems from a phrase having two distinct meanings, not from the grammar or structure of the sentence.[1]
Some examples of equivocation in syllogisms (a logical chain of reasoning) are below:
- Since only man [human] is rational,
- and no woman is a man [male],
- Therefore, no woman is rational.[1]
- A feather is light [not heavy].
- What is light [bright] cannot be dark.
- Therefore, a feather cannot be dark.
In the above example, distinct meanings of the word "light" are implied in contexts of the first and second statements.
- All jackasses have long ears.
- Carl is a jackass.
- Therefore, Carl has long ears.
Here, the equivocation is the metaphorical use of "jackass" to imply a simple-minded or obnoxious person instead of a male donkey.
See alsoEdit
- ^ a b c Damer, T. Edward (21 February 2008). Attacking Faulty Reasoning: A Practical Guide to Fallacy-Free Arguments. Cengage Learning. pp. 121–123. ISBN 0-495-09506-0.
- ^ Fischer, D. H. (June 1970), Historians' fallacies: toward a logic of historical thought, Harper torchbooks (first ed.), New York: HarperCollins, p. 274, ISBN 978-0-06-131545-9, OCLC 185446787
- ^ Curtis, Gary (n.d.). "Logical Fallacy: Equivocation". The Fallacy Files. Retrieved 17 July 2017.
- ^ Abbott & Costello Who's On First on YouTube


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Not a marketing exercise but an awesome machine.
Will shake up the city car segment and could become a game-changer for the whole class.
It's taken Volkswagen a surprising amount of time to get here, but finally we have a Golf Estate that's up with the best.
The latest Tiguan feels solid, sensible and laser-guided at its target market
It's big, expensive and not especially clever, but it is really, really good at ferrying lots of people about. Really, really quietly.
Just what the market ordered. Stylish crossover for people who don't need family space. But don't dig too deep beyond that
Better than the car it replaces, but not interesting, exciting or memorable.
Good looking, spacious and well equipped, but it's missing on that oh-so-important 'buy-me' factor...
If the Passat is too dull but you still have a sensible side, the CC could be just the car for you
Like your cars straightforward, fuss-free, and practical? You'll really like this. (Very) quietly excellent without ever being memorable.
There's nothing wrong with the Volkswagen Jetta, but why on earth would you get one when the Golf is so much more versatile?
The Subaru XV can manage more than many of its competitors off-road, but it's let down by its engine and gearbox


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Tesla and other car manufacturers are changing to more renewable electric vehicles. Is this technology the way of the future?
Broadcast journalism student Stephen Torr asks the people of Auckland for their opinions:
Stephen Torr
I am currently studying at Whitireia to become a Radio Journalist. I love tech and love writing so why not combine the two. I came from South Africa and moved to New Zealand at the age of 7 in 2006.
Latest posts by Stephen Torr (see all)
- Review: Dragon Ball Super Episode 131 - June 15, 2018
- Severe weather ravages US - June 15, 2018
- Starbucks under scrutiny after arrests - June 15, 2018


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John 14:26 King James Version (KJV)
26 But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.
John 16:13 King James Version (KJV)
13 Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.
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Photography can be a profession, hobby, or just a way to capture the many memories in progress in life. No matter what the reasoning behind the photo, knowing a few great tips about photography can help you get the clear, crisp pictures that you hope for. The following article is full of tips to help you get the best results.
In photography, it is very important to vary the amount of angles that you use on your subject. Shoot pictures from the front, side, and back, which will help to give you an elegant collage instead of just one angle. Move around as often as possible to optimize your results.
Make sure you taking lighting into account when you're taking your photos. Will there be shadows cast upon your subject? Is your subject squinting into the sun or other bright light? Try moving around to find the best angle in the lighting to get the best photo. Try taking your photos at different vantage points so that you can see what works best.
Use the right lens for the job. If you are photographing a landscape, for example, you need a wide-angle lens that will let you capture as much of the scene as possible, while sporting events generally require a telephoto lens that let you capture faraway players in high detail. Knowing what lens to choose will make it much easier to produce quality photos.
Even if you are taking a landscape photo, make sure your shot has a focal point. Shots without a focal point can look rather empty and dull. Possible focal points for a nature landscape photo include big trees, waterfalls, and distant mountains. Another trick is to use something that stands out as your focal point, such as a patch of different colored flowers.
Consider how the viewer's eye will follow the shot. Good shots have at least one point that will focus the viewer's initial attention. Better shots have multiple points of interest that act as a virtual tour of the photo. Example include a defined skyline, lines on a road, or items in the foreground that stretch into the background.
Framing your photo is an important part of photographic composition. Get rid of distracting elements by zooming into your focal point. This allows for a simple, effective shot that contains only a single focal point.
The key to taking good photographs is to always remember that lighting is the most important thing. Think about lighting all the time. It does not matter what the source of the lighting is, but it is the elemental part of any photograph. Use the sun, a streetlight, a spotlight or even the computer screen to capture any light and make a great photograph.
A great photography tip is to bring your camera with you wherever you go. You never know when an awesome opportunity might present itself. If you don't have your camera during these moments you'll definitely regret it later. Always try to bring your camera wherever you go.
Make sure to set up your compositions so that vertical lines are truly vertical. Tilting the camera backwards to capture a tall building, for example, can cause the building to appear as if it is falling backwards out of the frame. Photographs in which buildings are not vertical often appear unnatural.
Create narrative with your photographs. They need to be able to express and tell a story to the viewer. This can be entirely dependent on what you decide to shoot, but do your best to express a story behind whatever it is. You need to especially make sure that this happens when you have people as subjects.
One of the best ways to take better photographs is to master the exposure levels and modes of your camera. Modern cameras have a wide range of preset exposures and scene modes that are specificity designed to take photos in different situations. Learn how to use those first and then work your way into learning how to manage manual exposures.
Now that you have some tips to help you capture the images that you shoot, you are sure to produce images that you can be proud of. You can show all of your photos off knowing that the images in them are clear and ready for all to see them.


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Dr. Karla Estrada
Director, Strategic Partnerships & Personalized Learning
Dr. Karla Estrada serves as a Director overseeing strategic partnerships and personalized learning for the California Collaborative for Educational Excellence (CCEE).
Estrada has spent over 20 years as an educational leader committed to successfully addressing educational opportunities for all students. Before her time with CCEE, Estrada served as the Deputy Superintendent for the offices in the Academic and Student Support for Equity Team (ASSET) within Boston Public Schools.
Throughout her educational career, Estrada has led efforts and collaborated with others to transform systems driven on compliance to those engaged in attaining successful instructional outcomes for all students. Critical to this success has been the partnerships with schools, local and central offices, which include being a proud teacher and administrator in Los Angeles Unified School District.
Estrada obtained her doctorate in Educational Leadership for Social Justice from Loyola Marymount University by examining the relationship between English language development and the over 22,000 English learners with specific learning disabilities in an urban school district.
She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and holds multiple credentials in instruction and administration.
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Finally my NUS card arrived at uni today, so I raced home to make the most of the 20% Student Discount at ASOS.
There's also a mid season sale which made it an even better excuse to pick up some bargains 🙂
I got two dresses ( one in the style of Cheryl Cole naturally) and two pretty white vest top tunicy things which will look lovely with my leather jacket and jeans and leggings 🙂
Also there's a free delievery option at the moment which is fab. So if you're a student head to ASOS to get 20% discount of sale items and free delievery. What more could a girl want?
Very happy, might be a different story when I try them on though lol…
I'm supposed to be writing my CV right now but I got bored. I don't know what to put in my Interests section. I Can hardly put Cheryl Cole, Shopping and Make Up.
Hmm. I'll try again tomorrow 🙂


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Detectives are appealing for information following an alleged firearms incident in Poole.
Dorset Police was called to an address in Belben Road at 9.17pm yesterday, Monday 6 August 2018, to reports of a man with a gun.
It is alleged the man made threats toward a woman aged in her 20s.
Officers attended and a man was detained a short time later at an address in Hastings Road.
The 24-year-old man from Poole was arrested on suspicion of possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence and he is currently assisting police with enquiries.
The man and woman were both known to each other. No one was injured during the incident.
The firearm allegedly involved remains outstanding and it is not known at this stage if it was real, imitation or an air weapon.
Detective Inspector Andy Bell, of Bournemouth CID, said: "A detailed investigation has been launched into the incident and the public can expect an increased police presence in the area while searches for the suspected weapon and house-to-house enquiries are carried out.
"I would ask anyone who comes across anything that resembles a firearm in the Canford Heath and Broadstone areas not to touch it, but to report it immediately to Dorset Police.
"I would like to thank residents for their patience and understanding while these active enquiries are carried out.
"Anyone with information about the incident or who may have seen or heard anything suspicious in the area yesterday evening to please contact us or call Crimestoppers to report it anonymously."
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via email email@example.com or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55180126105. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.


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Find Your Tag, Make a Deal
Head on over to Chapman Chevrolet in Tempe during Chevy Truck Month to score big cash back allowances on some of America's most popular trucks and large SUVs. All you need to do is find the gold "Chevy Bonus Tag" hanging from the rear view mirror to see the exact amount of cash back available on a particular vehicle. Cash back ranges from $3,500 on Chevy Silverado HD to $5,500 on select 2017 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab trucks. Cash back is also available on Chevy's two premiere SUVs, the full-size Tahoe and Suburban. Get $4,500 back on select models of either of these two vehicles. You'd better hurry though, because Truck Month cash back is based on taking delivery by March 31.
Silverado Highest Ranked in Initial Quality
JD Power has named the Chevy Silverado as the "Highest Ranked Large Light Duty Pickup in Initial Quality" for the past two consecutive years. During Truck Month, qualified buyers can get 0 percent APR for 60 months in addition to the $5,500 cash back on select models. The Silverado's new muscular front-end design provides a bold look with a sculpted hood and aggressive stance. Right now the Silverado offers a number of special editions which have been featured prominently during commercials of the NCAA basketball tournament.
Tahoe Offers Spacious Seating Refined in Every Way
The full-size Chevy Tahoe SUV is a popular choice among families and people who need a bigger vehicle for hauling and towing. The available power-release seats in the second row make accessing the third row a snap. Fold the third row seats flat for a whopping 94.7 cubic feet of space for hauling. Chevy has gone all out with sound-deadening materials to keep outside noise where it belongs, utilizing a laminated windshield and triple seals on the doors. The Tahoe is also loaded with technology, offering up to seven USB ports and an available wireless charging station. OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi keeps all your electronics connected out on the road.
Suburban Remains King of the Road
As the longest-running production vehicle in the history of the American auto industry, the Chevy Suburban delivers the room, power and comfort to make those long road trips with the family an enjoyable memory. There's room in all three rows for people to spread out in a Suburban and enjoy their own space, whether they're reading a book or using a fast Wi-Fi connection to watch a movie. With 121.7 cubic feet of cargo space, the Suburban is definitely the king when it comes to hauling people and things. Test drive the most iconic American SUV in history by taking a trip to Chapman Chevrolet in Tempe.
Chevy Owners Gobbling Up Data
Although in-vehicle Wi-Fi hasn't been around for long, Chevy customers are gobbling up the data available with the OnStar 4G LTE hotspot. Chevrolet owners used more than 4 million gigabytes of streaming data for music, video and information in 2016, a fact that did not go unnoticed in the Chevrolet executive offices. "We have contractors bidding jobs in their Silverados, families streaming movies in their Suburbans and Malibus and everyone tapping into the cloud for music," according to GM president Alan Batey. "With the most affordable unlimited 4G LTE data plan in the auto industry, the widest availability of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and new connected services like OnStar AtYourService, our momentum can only grow." Chevy now offers an unlimited prepaid data plan for just $20 per month, letting customers stop using their expensive phone data streams as hotspots. The plan is across the entire Chevrolet lineup, which you can examine in great detail at Chapman Chevrolet.
Data Use Up 200 Percent
When comparing to 2015, the data usage in a Chevrolet was 200 percent higher in 2016. The last six months of 2016 showed as much usage as the previous 24 months combined. The entire year of data usage was the equivalent of 17.5 million video hours, or watching the movie "Frozen" approximately 8.75 million times. "We're pleased to deliver this special unlimited data plan to Chevy owners," said the president of AT&T's IoT solutions division, Chris Penrose. "Accessing the Internet through AT&T's 4G LTE Wi-Fi, passengers can now access all of their content and enjoy endless entertainment on the go."
OnStar Standard on All Chevy Models
Peruse the lot at Chapman Chevrolet and you'll find that the OnStar basic service comes standard on all new cars, trucks and SUVs. Aside from the basic plan, OnStar offers three different levels of service that can be purchased monthly or for a yearly discount. The Guidance plan is the most comprehensive, offering navigation, advisor support and 30 hands-free calling minutes per month. The Guidance plan also includes all the features of both the Security and Protection plans. The Protection plan delivers automatic crash response, emergency services, roadside assistance, remote access, advanced diagnostics and advisor support. The Security plan includes all that, plus theft alarm notification, stolen vehicle slowdown and remote ignition block. The free Basic plan includes the ability access certain vehicle functions from your smartphone, a monthly diagnostics report, proactive alerts and more.
Gives Range of 702 Miles on Single Tank
Although your passengers may gulp at the thought of driving more than 700 miles without a single bathroom break, that's the distance now possible with the introduction of the Chevy Cruze Diesel Sedan. The new Cruze Diesel has an EPA-estimated highway figure of 52 mpg, which is more than any other non-electrified vehicle. "Chevrolet is dedicated to offering customers a wide range of propulsion options," said Chevy director of marketing Steven Majoros. "We know there are customers looking for the right combination of fuel efficiency, driving dynamics, fuel type and more. With the EPA-estimated 52-mpg high Cruze Diesel Sedan, they can get it all." The Chevy Cruze Diesel Sedan will be coming to Chapman Chevrolet soon. Stay in touch so you can be the first in line for a test drive.
Cruze Powered by Four-cylinder Diesel
The new Cruze Diesel features a 1.6L four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine that delivers a certified 137 horsepower. More importantly, it also produces a powerful 240 pound-feet of torque, meaning you'll have plenty of acceleration when it comes time to get on the freeway or get quickly around a slow-moving vehicle. The 52 mpg highway rating comes with the six-speed manual transmission, which also delivers an outstanding 30 mpg in the city. Choose the nine-speed automatic and the mileage drops slightly to 47 on the highway, but increases to 31 in the city. The starting price for the Chevy Cruze Diesel Sedan is just $24,670, lower than similarly equipped hybrids and much less than electric vehicles. A diesel hatchback will follow the release of the sedan in time for the 2018 model year.
Gas-powered Cruze Offers Enticing Options
If you want to save a few thousand and still get excellent gas mileage, the gas-powered Chevy Cruze hatchback and sedan are available now at Chapman Chevrolet. With a rating of 40 mpg on the highway, the gas-powered Cruze is still operating in hybrid territory but at a starting price under $17,000. Both the sedan and hatch offer a sporty design, loads of technology and superior performance and handling, making them perfect choices for an urban commuter or a teen's first car. Available 4G LTE Wi-Fi means your new Cruze is a rolling hot spot, keeping you and your passengers in constant connection with the news of the day.
Safety First a Good Idea for Teen Drivers
The new Chevy Cruze offers the Teen Driver system as an option, helping ensure your young driver makes it home safely. The system makes sure all seat belts are buckled before the stereo system goes on, and can even deliver reports on where and how fast the vehicle was driven. A number of driver assistance safety features will help your young driver avoid a collision as they figure out the ins and outs of safe driving.


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Steve & Barry's will start liquidating and closing its 173 remaining stores across the country this week.
The Savannah Mall location is expected to close by Jan. 1.
The apparel retailer filed for bankruptcy in July after its growth plans were hurt as consumers cut back on spending.
The inventory to be liquidated is worth about $250 million, the company said.
Based in Port Washington, N.Y., Steve & Barry's LLC had 240 locations in August when it was bought by investment firms. The firms said they planned to close some stores and keep operating with a smaller base.
But the retailer's owner, affiliates of Bay Harbour Management and York Capital Management, said in the filing that it has joined with liquidator Great American Group LLC to liquidate all inventory in remaining stores by the end of this year or early next year.
Lauren Nardella contributed to this report.


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Snydersville Raceway is an 1/8th Clay Oval located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania just 20 minutes South of the Famous Pocono Raceway. The Speedway is currently operated by The Greenzweig Family of Racing Promotions LLC.
Snydersville Raceway is filled with great history even before karts hit the dirt at Snydersville Raceway. Prior to 1990s, the raceway which was owned by Walt & Lois Smith hosted horse races and shows and was home to the Pocono Rough Riders. In 1991, a group of Microstock racers from the defunct Pinebrook Speedway in NJ, formed together to build a new track to cure there hunger for racing. Under the operation of MicroDirt Association, the speedway would be built with the current buildings and walls that currently occupy the raceway. MicroDirt hosted weekly Microstock, Kart, and Champ Kart Racing every Friday Night from 1991 to 1994. In 1995, the speedway would sit close with no racing action. Then in 1996, Walt & Lois Smith reopened the track and named it Snydersville Raceway LLC. The track saw weekly racing action and hosted many great series and divisions which included Karts, Champs, Microstocks, Slingshots, and the Early Version of the (300cc) Xcel Modifieds. Many famous drivers walked the grounds of the raceway competing in an assortment of divisions offered at the time. Finally in 2007, Walt Smith reconstructed the flat track, adding banking and better infield drainage. Three years later, Track Owner Walt Smith would pass before opening for the 2010 racing season. However, it didn't stall the track from opening that year, as Lois Smith pushed on and continued to run the raceway until the end 2011.
In 2012, the raceway changed hands to the control of Barry Greenzweig and the Grandson of Walt & Lois Smith, Harry Andress III, to keep speedway alive. Then in 2014; Alex, Barry, and Roxan Greenzweig took full control of the track and formed Racing Promotions LLC. The Greenzweig Family who has decades of experience running a race track, took the reins to bring Snydersville Raceway into the new era of racing and grow the speedway into family fun track. Going into there 7th year of promotion of Snydersville Raceway, the track continues to run weekly shows on Friday Nights from March to October with Karts, Champs, Microstocks, Slingshots, and 1/4 Midgets on the weekly card. They also host many traveling series including the PA Wing Outlaw Karts, the Wing Champ Racing Series, the Empire Unlimited AllStars, the Wing Champ Racing Series, the Microstock Racing League, and the Tobias AllStar Slingshot Series. The track also hosts the Annual West End Fair Dirt-a-Rama Race on Monday Night at The West End Fairgrounds every August, and the Famous Thunder at The Ville the first Saturday of October at Snydersville Raceway. Snydersville Raceway currently offers a Family Friendly Environment, a Smooth and Fast Race Track, Great Racing Action, and Great Food every Weekend!


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While adults are voting for the next president of the United States, children have one last chance to vote for $10,000 to go to a worthy cause.
Since July, Dr. Seuss's beloved character the Cat in the Hat has been running for president of the United States in the 2016 election, as the one and only Kids' Candidate, with Thing 1 and Thing 2 as his running mates. As the Kids' Candidate, the Cat in the Hat has been showing children that every vote counts, and every voice matters by giving them a way to vote for the Cat to work with one of his supporters and their selected cause. Each cause is linked to a related organization, and together Random House Children's Books and Dr. Seuss Enterprises will make a $10,000 donation to the winning charity.
Corresponding with the presidential election, the final day to vote is today, and the ballot includes the opportunity for kids to:
- Vote for Reading and Education to support First Book, with Dick and Sally from "The Cat in the Hat"
- Vote for Ocean Conservation to support Oceana, with Red Fish and Blue Fish from "One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish"
- Vote for the Environment to support Conservation International, with the Lorax
- Vote for Fighting Hunger to support Feed the Children, with Sam-I-Am! from "Green Eggs and Ham"
- Vote for Kindness for All to support PACER Center, with Horton from "Horton Hears a Who"
For more information and to cast your vote, visit CatInHat4Prez.com
All votes must be cast by 11:59 p.m. The winning organization and cause will be announced on or around 12/1/2016.
Over the course of his career, Dr. Seuss wrote and illustrated books for children that empowered them to believe in their voice and place in the world. His books include such words as:
- "A person's a person, no matter how small." ("Horton Hears a Who!")
- "You have brains in your head, you have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose." ("Oh, the Places You'll Go!")
- "Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not." ("The Lorax")
- "I know, up on top you are seeing great sights, But down here at the bottom, we, too, should have rights." ("Yertle the Turtle and Other Stories")
The Cat in the Hat for President campaign celebrates this prevalent theme in Dr. Seuss's books and his commitment to it, as well as represents all that Dr. Seuss believed about children—that they have the intellect, imagination and power to impact our world positively, while also having fun.


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Toy comparisons, then and now. part 10
Hi there I am back with a new article, once again my friend Scott Spence has shared photos of his toys and this time it is Ultra Magnus: 1986 G1 versus 2019 Siege. We have some good photos here Boxes: The G1's A good shot of two different G1 inner robot UMs, a plastic wheel, no […]Read more "Toy comparisons, then and now. part 10"


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Manchester United fans liked what they saw from new signing Fred as the Red Devils won 2-1 against Real Madrid in the International Champions Cup match last night in Miami.
Starting his first pre-season game for United, the Brazilian looked a bit lost in the beginning but grew into the match as it progressed.
Skillful on the ball, hard working, and always looking for the final pass, the midfielder's performance on the night could be summed up by this utterly filthy pass he pulled off in a very tight position.
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Among the items on the May 25, 2017 agenda of the California Fair Political Practices Commission is a proposed $100 fine for "failure to disclose her pro-rata share of her spouse's income on her Candidate Statement of Economic Interests, in violation of Government Code Section 87207" in her candidate Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests filed on August 12, 2016.
There's no staff report explaining who filed the complaint, when it was filed, etc. Simply a copy of the stipulation, decision and order in which Barnes cops to the violation and agrees to pay the penalty. A $100 fine is the FPPC equivalent of a fix-it ticket.
The Form 700 Barnes' filed January 9, 2017 following being sworn in as a councilmember reports four sources of income for her husband, who is apparently a television camera operator: Fox Sports West, Pettigrew Crewing, LDM Worldwide and Disney Worldwide Services – ABC Company. The latter would explain why Barnes recuses herself from Disney-related votes.


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So I went to some more gigs then got very tired...
November 25 Wire & Talk Normal at Liverpool O2 Academy
Nov 30 Thurston Moore & Tall Firs at Manchester Ritz
December 1 Wire & Talk Normal at Cardiff Club Ifor Bach
then went to a gig over the road where Tom Lewis played
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Dec 3 Wire and Talk Normal at Sheffield Plug where I had to catch a falling drunk man when they played the fast Underwater Experiences.
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The grant will use local data to develop stormwater planning options that prioritize, target, and measure the effectiveness of Best Management Practices and allow local city officials to make decisions on stormwater Best management Practices that reduce pollutants in the stormwatershed.
The Watershed Restoration and Protection Strategy (WRAPS) is currently being developed for the Minnesota River-Headwaters. Part of the WRAPS and subsequent implementation addresses targeting locations for specific projects (e.g., conservation practices) which are expected to results in measurable water quality benefits for impaired lakes and rivers. Protection strategies are also developed to maintain water quality.
The Aitkin County Soil and Water Conservation District will partner with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and local volunteers to conduct water quality monitoring in high priority areas of the Upper Mississippi River (Brainerd) Watershed. Four lakes will be sampled, including Sheriff, Rabbit, French, and Section Twelve. Four stream/river sites will be monitored including the Rice River (2 sites), Ripple River, and Sissabagama Creek. Through this effort we will obtain information that will be useful in assessing the health of this watershed.
The Crow Wing Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) will engage citizen and nonprofit groups to enhance, improve, and protect Crow Wing County (CWC) lakes and rivers. To do this, the SWCD will partner with the University of Minnesota Extension, MN DNR, CWC, nonprofits, and lake associations to implement a mini grant program and provide grant funds to 20 community groups.
The Crow Wing Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) will partner with citizen groups and nonprofit groups to complete projects to reduce stormwater runoff and retain water on the land in Crow Wing County's (CWC) 125 minor watersheds. The SWCD will implement a mini grant program and provide competitive grant funds to an anticipated 12 groups. This project will also address CWC Water Plan priorities one, two, and six, which involve stormwater management and sediment control, shoreline buffers, and agriculture best management practices.
The Crow Wing Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) proposes to partner with citizen groups and nonprofit groups to complete projects that will reduce polluted runoff and keep water on the land in Crow Wing County's (CWC) 125 minor watersheds. To do this, the SWCD will implement a mini grant program and provide competitive grant funds to an anticipated 12 groups. Citizens groups will use their innovation and creativity to apply for project funds through the SWCD.
Crow Wing County, in cooperation with the municipalities within the County, plans to continue its successful well sealing program that pays 50% of the cost to seal unused/abandoned wells up to a maximum of $1000 per well. The amount of funding requested is $31,000 which is estimated to allow for the sealing of 80-100 wells. From 2012 to 2015, Crow Wing County sealed 65 wells as part of an earlier MDH well sealing grant from the Clean Water Fund. Priority will be given to wells located in or near existing wellhead protection areas.
The project will include lake monitoring on seventeen lakes found in the Mississippi River - Brainerd watershed in East Central Crow Wing County (CWC). The project will be conducted in an effort to gain data on these data-deficient lakes. One of the goals of the CWC Local Comprehensive Water Plan (CWP) is to establish a countywide Comprehensive Monitoring Plan (CMP). Surface water assessment monitoring will enable state 303(d) and 305(b) assessments and provide a better understanding of these lakes.
This project will collect a complete Trophic Site Index (TSI) data set for Crow Wing County lakes and a complete data set for streams and rivers for the Intensive Monitoring Program (IMP). Crow Wing County, Cass County, Wadena County, Morrison County and Hubbard County are partnering to ensure that all target lakes and rivers within the Crow Wing River watershed are monitored efficiently.
This project will directly inform the Lake of the Woods (LoW )TMDL process by identifying nutrient reduction targets, a timeline of phosphorus loadings to the lake, and measures of historical in-lake variability (e.g., nutrients, biological communities). Results will complement and build on ongoing research efforts on internal loading and sediment core analysis.
This project will support the collection and analysis of sediment core samples, from each of the five bays ( Little Traverse, Big Traverse, Muskeg, Sabaskong and 4-Mile Bays), to ensure adequate characterization of the P fluxes from deposited sediment and equilibrium P fluxes from re-suspended sediment.
This project will support a civic engagement cohort that will be offered in southwest Minnesota to foster partnering and build capacity of local government, organizations, and residents for effective civic engagement in water protection and restoration. This project will also build networks and the skill set of local resource professionals to do effective civic engagement work for water restoration and protection. The cohort will be administered through the Minnesota River Board (MRB), established in 1995 with a goal of focusing water management efforts on the local level.
This project will construct, calibrate, and validate an HSPF watershed model for the Lake of the Woods River watershed. The consultants will produce HSPF watershed models that can readily be used to provide information to support conventional parameter TMDLs. The consultants will clearly demonstrate that the models generate predicted output time series for hydrology, sediment, nutrients, and dissolved oxygen that are consistent with available sets of observed data.
This project will construct, calibrate, a set of HSPF watershed models covering the entire area of the Lake of the Woods drainage, including the Rainy River watershed. The consultant will produce HSPF models that can readily be used to provide information to support conventional parameter TMDLs. The consultant will clearly demonstrate that these models generate predicted output timeseries for hydrology which are consistent with available sets of observed data.
This project will continue the offering of low-interest loans to citizens, some of whom may not be able to acquire funding otherwise, for upgrading 50 septic systems to ensure compliance with state rules. Grant funds will be used to administer the low-interest loan program.
The Drinking Water Contaminants of Emerging Concern (CEC) program identifies environmental contaminants for which current health-based standards currently do not exist or need to be updated, investigate the potential for human exposure to these chemicals, and develop guidance values for drinking water. Contaminants evaluated by CEC staff include contaminants that have been released or detected in Minnesota waters (surface water and groundwater) or that have the potential to migrate to or be detected in Minnesota waters.
The goal of the project is the development of an overall strategy for reduction of turbidity/TSS, with sets of sediment reduction initiatives and actions for various sources, to address the Minnesota River Turbidity TMDL and the South Metro Mississippi River TSS TMDL.
The goal of this project is to construct, calibrate, and validate five Hydrologic Simulation Program FORTRAN (HSPF) watershed models. The outcome will be HSPF models that can readily be used to provide information to support conventional parameter TMDLs. These models will generate predicted output timeseries for hydrology, sediment, nutrients, and dissolved oxygen which are consistent with available sets of observed data.
The goal of this project is to complete the calibration/validation process of Hydrologic Simulation FORTRAN (HSPF) watershed models for the Lake of the Woods/Rainy River Basin.
The goal of this project is to continue and finalize HSPF watershed model construction and complete the calibration/validation process.
The purpose of this project is to identify effective irrigation and nutrient management best management practices and technologies and the barriers that prevent irrigators, producers, and other agricultural partners from adopting them in Otter Tail County. The primary goal is to reduce nitrate in areas where groundwater is susceptible to contamination as mapped by The Minnesota Department of Health by identifying effective BMPs and addressing the barriers to their adoption.
Co-sponsorship and assistance with a portion of the financial support for the 9th & 10th Annual International Lake of the Woods Water Quality Forum (Forum) to be held on March 7-8, 2012 and March 13-14, 2013 at the Rainy River Community College in International Falls, Minnesota. The Forum will feature the latest information on research conducted by Canadian and U.S. researchers regarding the International Lake of the Woods waters.
Lac qui Parle-Yellow Bank Watershed District will collect water chemistry samples from the three lakes and twenty-nine stream sites in the Lac qui Parle and Minnesota Headwaters watersheds following the MPCA's Intensive Watershed Monitoring (IWM) plan for lakes and streams. Eleven samples will be collected at each lake from May through September during 2015 and 2016. Eleven samples will be collected at each of the twenty-nine stream sites in 2015. In addition, sixteen samples at each stream site will be collected in 2015 and 2016 following the E.
The goal of this project is to establish load reduction requirements for impaired waters and to develop restoration strategies to improve water quality for impaired waters and protection strategies to maintain the quality of water for water bodies meeting standards.
The sixth largest fresh water lake in the United States, Lake of the Woods has sustained significant shoreline erosion through a number of high water events, high inflows from the Rainy River, sustained strong NW winds, and erodible soils on the southern shore. This project implements strategies to protect and enhance private shoreline on the lake by addressing long-term shoreline management.
This project will gather watershed data necessary for the development of a Watershed Restoration and Protection Strategy to maintain or improve water quality within the LoW Watershed; and establish project and sub-basin work groups and/or focus groups to guide the MWRPP process.
The Lake of the Woods (LOW) Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) study will: (1) identify water quality goals for the Minnesota portions of the LOW/Rainy River Watershed; (2) recommend nutrient allocations to achieve TMDLs where waters do not meet standards; and (3) provide opportunities for stakeholders to engage in the process of watershed-management planning to adopt protection and restoration strategies. The project will include existing in-lake and watershed model updates, TMDL component development, restoration plan development, and public participation.
This project will determine pre- and post-settlement nutrient trends from sediment chronology, fossil diatom assemblages, and from sediment profiles representing human history in the region (i.e., at least 150 years). Project activities include sample collection; sample preparation; diatom analysis; database creation and management; and data interpretation. Sample cores will be taken on the Lake of the Woods in five major bays (i.e., Four-mile, Muskeg, Sabaskong, Little Traverse, and Big Traverse) in the southern basin.
This project is to conduct water chemistry monitoring at two subwatershed sites and two major watershed sites in 2016 and 2017 based on flow conditions, targeting runoff events using protocols defined in the Watershed Pollutant Load Monitoring Network (WPLMN) Standard Operating Procedures and Guidance. The data collected will be submitted to Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) and used for calculating pollutant loads.
This project will provide monitoring of four of the major watersheds (8-digit Hydrologic Unit Codes) in the western part of the Rainy River Basin. Staff from the Lake of the Woods SWCD will conduct water quality sampling, review, manage and provide collected data to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA).
This project will support the collection of water-quality samples and gauge streamflow near the mouths of the Rainy and Warroad Rivers; collect water-quality samples at 10 sites in LOW; and measure streamflow velocities and cross-sectional areas of 5 channel constrictions in LOW.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is a co-sponsor and assists with a portion of the financial support for the International Rainy River-Lake of the Woods Watershed Forum.
With a perceived increase in the frequency and intensity of cyanobacterial algal blooms in Lake of the Woods (LOW), there has been an increased effort to collect information about the nature of algal blooms, nutrient concentrations and sources of nutrients to the LOW.
This project is a cooperative effort between Crow Wing and Itasca County to contract with RMB Laboratories to generate 65 lake assessment/trend analysis reports. The watershed protection model is an innovative and proactive approach to water resource management which is geared towards prioritizing areas of concern, targeting implementation strategies, and measuring their effectiveness. These assessments are also useful and understandable tools for lake associations and the public.
This project will address Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), United States Environment Protection Agency (EPA), and public comments on draft Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) studies and Watershed Restoration and Protection Strategy (WRAPS) reports, preliminary draft TMDL studies, and public noticed TMDL studies and WRAPS reports for the Lower Red River Watershed and the Lake of the Woods Watershed and produce final versions of the TMDL studies and WRAPS reports for each watershed.
Phase 2 of the Mississippi River - Brainerd Watershed Restoration and Protection Strategy (WRAPS) project will: develop the WRAPS report and the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) study, which allocates pollutant load reductions for impaired waters; implement a civic engagement plan; and develop watershed modeling scenarios to help understand implementation needs in the watershed.


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You may recognize these two pretty faces, as they recently made an appearance on my blog after I photographed their engagement session. I had the pleasure of meeting Kyle and Shana when she was a bridesmaid in a previous brides wedding and I was so excited and honored when she asked me to photograph hers!
Kyle and Shana tied the knot at a private estate in Fallbrook, CA. Their day was SO beautiful and filled with so much love, laughs, and fun. Not to mention, every detail was perfection. Kyle actually made their ceremony arch and the bar!
Venue: Private Estate
Photography: @Golden_Arrow_Photo ;) (second shooter, Justine!)
Coordinator: Brides sister
Florals: @floralsbyjenny
Catering: @FlavorChef
Rentals: @otisandpearl
cake: @ph0t0_gram
hair: @hairbyalijean
Makeup: @makeupbydianec


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Middlesbrough was the destination of the first gig venue for the rolling stones outside London, but it's also home to some of the country's best live wedding bands.
As a leading provider of Wedding Bands in Middlesbrough we're uniquely equipped to help you find the perfect entertainment for your big day, we know all the local talent and wedding venues and regularly provide wedding bands to the Thistle Hotel and Crathorne Hall to name but a few.
On our website you can view bands videos, listen to their mp3's, look at pictures and read customer reviews. Book any of our bands at their direct fee whilst enjoying all the benefits of dealing with one of the most trusted agencies in the business.
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Permian rocks outcropping across Utah contain surprising amounts of chert, which appear to be artifacts of the longest and largest regime of seafloor sponge meadows in Earth history. No one is sure why a belt of siliceous sponge meadows spanned from temperate to arctic Pangea for tens of millions of years. We're mapping sponge rocks across the state to determine when and where sponges dominated coastal systems. We want to know what environmental and ecological conditions favored their establishment, perpetuation, and eventual decline. A cooling climate may have helped, but the deposits also required a huge flux of marine silica of dubious provenance. Utah's Permian cherts also span a critical spatial boundary. Northern units, like the Murdock Mountain Formation in the Great Salt Lake Desert, contain bedded cherts1000 m thick and may record persistent sponge accumulation associated with the northern sponge belt. Southern units, like the Kaibab Limestone around St. George, contain abundant cherty nodules, and
may reveal more similarities to biocalcifying tropical ecosystems recorded across Texas. Sponge rocks also influence critical economic deposits (including petroleum Kansas and polymetalic mining in Peru), increasing motivation to determine their general formation requirements.


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RMIAN attorneys Jessica Burnett and Natalie Petrucci will be presenting in Denver next Monday, November 13, at Kilpatrick, Townsend & Stockton, LLP. The course, entitled - Ensuring Immigrants' Rights in Colorado: Opportunities for Meaningful Pro Bono Work with RMIAN - is an opportunity for attorneys to learn about pro bono opportunities with RMIAN.
If you would like to attend the course, further information, the schedule, and instructions on to RSVP can be found below.
Ensuring Immigrants' Rights in Colorado: Opportunities for Meaningful Pro Bono Work with the Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network (RMIAN)
November 13, 2017
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm (MST)
Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP
1400 Wewatta Street, Suite 600
Denver, CO. 80202
Please RSVP: To Rachael Villarreal via phone: 303.571.4000 or email: email@example.com
Presented by:
Jessica Burnett, Esq.
Immigration Justice Campaign Pro Bono Coordinator
RMIAN's Detention Program
Natalie Petrucci, Esq.
University of California President's Public Service Law Fellow
RMIAN's Children's Program
Course Description: Individuals in immigration proceedings, even children and those in detention, are not entitled to court appointed counsel. Working alongside Volunteer Pro Bono Attorneys, RMIAN strives to end this inequity by providing free immigration-related legal services to individuals in immigration detention and to children throughout Colorado. Come learn about our work and the meaningful pro bono opportunities available to volunteer attorneys. No previous immigration law experience necessary!
2:00 PM – 2:05 PM Overview of RMIAN's Services
2:05 PM – 2:25 PM Common Forms of Relief for Detention Program Clients
2:25 PM – 2:45 PM Common Forms of Relief for Children's Program Clients
2:45 PM – 2:50 PM RMIAN Pro Bono Case Referral Process
Total Instruction Time: 1 Hour
Method/Format of Presentation: Live, classroom format, instructor live in Denver, CO


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Buying a home is a big decision - one that I would love to help you with! The articles and resources on this page are complimentary and part of the many services I offer.
To search for homes that match your specific criteria, please fill out the form below. You will also be notified by email of any new homes that are added.
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Why Tooth Reshaping Might be Right for You
Tooth reshaping, often called tooth contouring, involves both sanding down tooth surfaces and when necessary, adding filler to shape your teeth exactly the way you want them. This allows you to create the perfect smile. However, there are other benefits of reshaping besides the obvious cosmetic improvements. Below is a brief guide to these benefits.
Quick and easy
Unlike other cosmetic dentistry such as dental implants and braces which can sometimes take months to have the desired effect, contouring is very quick. Often the process can be completed in just two appointments. Another benefit is that it is relatively painless as the process is carried out solely on the external enamel of your teeth.
A whiter smile
Tooth reshaping often involves the removal of some enamel. This means that any stains and discolouration of the enamel will also be removed and new whiter teeth will be constructed. In this way, tooth contouring can brighten up your smile.
Healthy teeth and gums
Although contouring is a cosmetic procedure, the reshaping of your teeth can make it easier for you to maintain a high level of oral hygiene. For example, if your teeth are very close together contouring can even out the distances between the teeth to prevent build up of plaque and tartar in crevices behind and between overcrowded teeth. It will also make them easier to clean. In turn, this can reduce the risk of gum disease and tooth decay.
Correct misaligned teeth
Contouring can also be used to help to correct teeth that are misaligned. If your canine teeth are oversized, this can cause problems with your bite. By shaving down these teeth, your dentist can ensure that your teeth are properly aligned, correcting any problems with your bite. In some cases, contouring could correct issues which have otherwise required braces.
Subtle and discreet treatment
Tooth contouring is much more subtle and discreet when compared to other dental interventions such as braces. If you would like to avoid a drastic change to your mouth and would like to avoid people staring or commenting, contouring could be the option for you. Contouring of the teeth provides a positive change to your smile without drawing attention to the fact that you have undergone treatment.
If you would like more information about the benefits of dental contouring or other cosmetic procedures, contact your dentist today. They will be able to assess your dental health and provide any suitable treatments. For more information, contact a business such as Shellharbour City Dental.


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One thing about having a child that I learned is it brings back the inner kid in you. I learned how to look for things and places that are not only fun for kids but for adults as well (hey, mommy and daddy gotta have some fun as well). Every decision depends on weather Leia will enjoy. I don't mind being silly if it will bring my baby to smile.
During the Holidays, Ran stumbled upon this place called Santa's Wonderland and thought Leia would definitely have fun looking at different colored lights. Pre-Leia, we wouldn't even bother going to such places. I now realize how much fun my daughter has added to our lives. It's like we are also growing up with her and all her excitements we share with her.
It was too cold when we went, I needed something to warm me up besides the three layers of clothes.
Leia loves riding Carousels. Whenever she spots one, she just had to ride it. Imagine her happiness when she finally got to ride a real pony! Just look at that smile, she didn't even mind the smell. Poor baby loved it so much she cried when her ride's done.
The place had spots with bonfire for warmth and they allow you to make your own S'mores as well. Here's Leia with Grandma watching Grandpa try to make one.
Grandmas had a lot of fun too!
Leia's dancing to the tune of Chicken Fried. She won't stop dancing, I guess she loved to song so much she didn't mind other people watching.
Had so much fun this year with the Family. Next year again!


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Brake Fluid Flush
You should never overlook the importance of clean Brake Fluid.
Water can accumulate in the fluid which decreases braking efficiency, increases the corrosion of brake system components and can lead to total brake failure.
Clean brake fluid not only protects your safety it also prolongs the life of your braking system components by preventing corrosion.
Duffy's Automotive Tamworth are qualified to perform a wide range of brake services and repairs using quality parts, all covered by our Nationwide Warranty.
Call us – Request a Callback – or Request a Booking
Click on the questions below to see answers to our FAQ's about Brake Pad Replacements
Cost of a brake fluid flush depends on vehicle type, and if there is any other parts, repairs or maintenance necessary to complete the task. While your vehicle is on the hoist, for your safety we will also check the calipers, wheel cylinders, brake hoses, brake lines, and master cylinder for any faults or signs of wear that need to be addressed and advise you if necessary.
If you would like to know costs - give our friendly staff a call to discuss your car and get a quote. If during the procedure we do notice something that needs extra attention that will affect our quote we will always call you to confirm before proceeding.
We put the car up on the hoist and take off the wheels, the brake system flush starts with removing the present fluid from the master cylinder. We fill it back up with fresh new, quality brake fluid of the correct type. Following this, we 'bleed' the brakes and the fresh fluid flushes through the system, completely replacing the old. We will also check over your brake system for any signs of damage or wear that needs attention and advise you if necessary.
A brake fluid flush can be done as part of a scheduled service – but sometimes we may recommend it outside of a regular schedule if we feel it's necessary. We are always happy to discuss the reasons why with you.
The colour and cleanliness can look fine to you – that doesn't make it safe. When there is water in the brake fluid, it can be hard to notice, but it still makes it more likely to boil. This boiling causes loss of braking pressure or even sudden and unexpected brake failure. A visual inspection is not always going to highlight if there is dangerous amounts of water in your brake fluid, only a professional boiling point test can tell you this.
The general guideline is every two years – but remember these are guidelines and so it is safest to check the condition of your brake fluid on a regular basis.
When it comes to Brake Safety - We Don't stop – So you WILL when you need to.
At Duffy's Automotive Tamworth we offer a full 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report, upon request, with every full car service which includes a written review of your brake fluid, master cylinder, front and back discs and pads, calipers and cylinders and more. This report lets you know if there is immediate or future need for repairs to your vehicle allowing you to budget in advance.
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Ted Bauman is a Banyan Hill Publishing writer. Banyan Hill Publishing is an online source of investment advice for the average American. The site focuses on walking new and average investors through the steps of building wealth for themselves through investments. The site's content is curated by a host of excellent financial experts. Together, the team behind this informative website have decades of finance experience. Thus, Ted Bauman fit right in when he joined the company in 2013.
Read: http://www.gold-eagle.com/authors/ted-bauman
Ted Bauman has dedicated his life to caring and doing for others. He has aided those in desperate need to live a life that is void of governmental rule, greed from corporations and is ultimately sovereign. Born in Washington, D.C. but grew up along the beaches of Maryland, he grew up into an adult that has traveled the world frequently.
Ted Bauman moved to South Africa where he attended college. He studied economics and history at the University of Cape Town. He spent twenty five years working in South Africa. He mainly focused on improving economic issues for the people of South Africa. He worked for nonprofit organizations, which many he lead with leadership roles. He has also managed funds for housing projects. He is a founder of Slum Dwellers Internationals. This organization has aided over ten million people in dozens of countries across the globe. Visit sovereignsociety.com to know more.
Ted Bauman is able to help average Americans learn about investments through his articles he provides to Banyan Hill Publishing. His readers are able to learn the basics of investing. He provides tips on asset management. He recommends the correct investments that are most likely going to return readers the most profitable returns. Solving income issues is one thing he writes about. He provides clear direction on how to increase one's income. Additionally, the editor gives out advice on ways to build a life of wealth. Thousands of investing readers weekly are able to engage with his writings. They have taken his writings and implemented them into their own person all lives. Doing so, has established these readers a lifestyle of financial security and freedom. Follow Ted on Medium.


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Friday, October 18th, 2013
*T-Shirt Bot
*Hull MS Volunteering
*Football Game
*Girls Get IT Event
Meetings will continue to be on Thursdays, where members will learn both text-based Java and Labview. These lessons are a great opportunity for our members to get great insight in programming!
T-Shirt Bot
All that is left before final completion is the powder-coating of the bot. After the completion of this process, the bot will be ready to go!
Hull's FLL Team: Volunteering
This is now our 6th week volunteering at the middle school! The experience is incredible, and we couldn't be any luckier to have this opportunity.
Our CAD and Inventor lessons that we will soon begin will be great opportunities to learn- it's something that we've never done before! (All of our past CADders are self-taught) By learning CAD, members will be able to make incredible contributions to the team, as well as use this greatly valued skill in the future.
Football Game
At our final home game (11/1), we will be selling jewelry, shooting the Frisbee Bot, and most importantly, shooting the T-shirt bot!! We are very excited to have this opportunity!
Girls Get IT
Girls Get IT is hosting an event on Thursday, November 7th, 2013. This is truly a great opportunity for females to gain more insight in the technology world, and is a unique learning experience that can take you very far in the future. Our girls are very excited to attend this event!


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Our Year 12 Duke of Edinburgh pupils took part in the Grassroots Challenge an Environmental Youth Work initiative led by Ulster Wildlife. One of its aims is to increase young people's understanding of local democratic structures and how young people can use them to get their voices heard on issues that are important to them.
Working in partnership with Northern Ireland Environment Link, Ulster Wildlife invited 45 young people from 3 school based Duke of Edinburgh's Award to take part in a special event. The pupils found out about:
- The NI Assembly
- How Government Works
- Policy-Making & The Electoral Process and
- had a tour of Stormont Buildings.
Our pupils got to see how government works and as part of the "Democracy Games" they had an opportunity to create their own fictional political parties.
Groups chose their own party names, slogans and key messages before creating their own political party manifesto based on issues important to them - from education, environment and health to transport and sustainable development.
Each group then discussed their ideas and presented a short party manifesto before voting at the ballot box for the party that best represents their views and issues.
After lunch the pupils heard about Sustainable Development Goals and ways to get their voice heard before having a tour of the parliament buildings and NI Assembly. the boys really enjoyed it and this helped to develop their confidence, team-building and communication skills.


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Anton Kawasaki
Brooklyn, NY
During his youth, Anton was always quick on his feet — often dreaming of becoming the next Flash. But a tragic fall off a cliff at the young age of 19 left his spine broken, and his dream shattered.
No longer able to be the super-hero he had always dreamed to be, Anton decided he'd just write about super-heroes instead, and planned a career working in comics. After moving to New York City, he applied for jobs at his dream company, DC Comics — and while he came very close to being hired, it just wasn't his time yet.
Still wanting to be a bigger part of the comics world, Anton sought out similar-minded folks online, and soon became one of the founding members of The Gay League — where he was instrumental in creating the group's first website. And through a connection in the group, he soon ended up owning his very own comic book store, which he ran for about a year and a half! The experience helped him when he applied at DC again, where he finally got hired in May, 2000!
Anton stayed at DC for over a decade, first as a writer in their Marketing Communications group, and then as an editor in Collected Editions (some of his favorite books that he edited include the STARMAN OMNIBUS series, LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES: THE GREAT DARKNESS SAGA, INFINITE CRISIS, ABSOLUTE DC: THE NEW FRONTIER and ABSOLUTE JUSTICE — the latter two of which won Eisner Awards).
Anton left the company after the first wave of employees moved out West (and right before the New 52 — which was when he stopped reading DC altogether). He hasn't been reading much in the world of comics for the past few years, but they still hold a dear place in his heart.
Post-comics, Anton became one of the pioneers of the mobile photography movement, known for his NYC street photography (he's the co-founder and teacher of the online Mobile Photo Workshops), and is currently building websites for anyone who hasn't heard of Squarespace yet.
He currently resides in Brooklyn with his husband Sion, a fellow comics fan and photographer.
Anton has the uncanny ability to immediately tell if a new comic will succeed or fail. He also has the amazing power to burst anyone's bubble.
Serious addiction to chai and pork products. Beards make Anton weak in the knees….
Anton doesn't collect/read much anymore, but the most fondly-remembered series of his past include Grant Morrison's runs on both ANIMAL MAN and DOOM PATROL, the Bill Sienkiewicz run on NEW MUTANTS, Peter Milligan's ENIGMA and SHADE THE CHANGING MAN, Alan Moore's SWAMP THING, MIRACLEMAN, LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN, and WATCHMEN, James Robinson's STARMAN and GOLDEN AGE, the George Perez-era NEW TEEN TITANS and WONDER WOMAN, the Phil Jimenez WW, the classic Levitz-era LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES, Claremont & Byrne's UNCANNY X-MEN, Y: THE LAST MAN, DMZ, SANDMAN, and SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATER.


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I just got off the phone with you. I am crying now. I am so depressed i dont think i've ever been so sad. There is nothing like knowing what you're missing out on. It's like i have no friends because i can't tell them what i'm going through without you, or that you're in hell. I cant wait to get the letter you wrote me. Maybe tomorrow. The mail comes tomorrow. I hope you get yours too. I want to hold u and hug u and kiss u and never ever let u go, but i dont even have the oppertunity to touch u. So close yet so far away. I dont give anyone two looks at school...just walk by and dont even care if people say hi or what. They have to chase me down and tackle me in order to get a word out of me. I'll put it bluntly, I just don't fucking care about anyone but you right now. I mean... I care but not the same...not the same.
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Ryanair is offering cheap flights from Vilnius, Lithuania or Bucharest, Romania to Amman, Jordan! Book a ticket from only €29 for a roundtrip!
Known for its authentic Middle Eastern culture and hospitable locals, Jordan is a land of fascinating contrasts and history. Apart from the legendary rock-cut temples of Petra and the very site where Jesus Christ is thought to have been baptized, you can explore the Roman, Ottoman, Persian and Egyptian relics, as well as deserts and beach resorts.
Located by the Israel-Jordan border on the extreme eastern edge of the country, Al-Maghtas (meaning "baptism" in Arabic) is arguably one of the most important biblical relics in the world. This area on the Jordan River is widely believed to be where Jesus was baptized. Added to UNESCO's heritage list as the Baptism Site "Bethany Beyond the Jordan", it is slowly becoming a high-profile pilgrimage site for Christians.
In the excavated site on Jordan's shore, just north of where the river empties into the Dead Sea, you'll find the ancient ruins of several chapels, baptismal pools, and monks' caves, which experts say are considered evidence of early Christians commemorating this spot. The site displays an interesting array of Jewish and Christian religious remains, Roman constructions, and Orthodox monasteries from the ages of the Ottomans and Mamluks.
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