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text: So as promised I would tell the few of you that actually read my blog about the Turquoise Jeep concert. It was the perfect combination of an underground college rap show and a well-choreographed boy band concert, sprinkled in with $3 beers of some weird brand called Bomb. There was some doubt from people about going to a show where their fame is derived from You-tube videos. My response to that is that is absolute rubbish. I can guarantee you that Tay Zonday or the Numa Numa kid couldn't hold a candle to Turquoise Jeep. The show was beyond entertaining and the members of Turquoise Jeep were very cool as afterwards took pictures and signed autographs for the fans. If you are not one of the 20,000 people that already like The Jeep on Facebook then you better get on it. Keep the Jeep Ridin'

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By Tammy Greynolds, America Saves Communications Coordinator America Saves Week (February 23 – 28, 2015) is an annual opportunity for individuals to assess their savings and take financial action. America Saves' mantra – and the focus for America Saves Week … Continue reading
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Go Local Wednesday in OKC
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Presidents' Day / Washington's Birthday 2015
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Steven Levenson's The Unavoidable Disappearance of Tom Durnin at the Roundabout Laura Pels Theatre
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by Demetra M. Pappas
Some may go to see The Unavoidable Disappearance of Tom Durnin because of the excellent reputation of the Roundabout; others may go to see the superior David Morse (who won the Drama Desk Award for his performance in Paula Vogel's How I Learned to Drive, and has made a career out of playing the heavy since his emergence as a sweet doctor in St. Elsewhere, the machine that gave forth actors from Denzel Washington to television's NCIS hero Mark Harmon to game/reality show king Howie Mandel). These are good reasons to go, and to be assured of excellence.
Steven Levenson, the young playwright whose words are spoken, whose gestures are enacted (under the excellent directorion of Scott Ellis, who should also have a credit for choreography) is the star of the show, or at least his words and use of language are. I say this notwithstanding the fact that Morse (as the eponymous character, just out of a five year prison term for white collar crime) and Christopher Denham (as Tom's son James, who is variously manipulated by multiple characters, until he starts dishing back as good – or bad – as he gets, and who tries to find truth amidst the lies) perform a superb pas de deux, with excellent support by each of the other cast members. Levenson creates an ex-con who is unregenerate, remorseless and (at least insofar as his family and former colleagues are concerned) completely within the realm of recidivistic. Levenson allows the audience to have (the possibility of) empathy for Tom, even as his conniving efforts to immediately con James out of money that the son obviously does not have, coerce (indeed extort) his son-in-law and former law partner Chris (played with awkwardness tempered with fear by the excellent Rich Sommer) and demand reconciliation from his remarried ex-wife Karen (Lisa Emory), who tells James to call the police if Tom contacts him again, then is devastated by information Tom deliberately slips that I won't disclose for fear of a spoiler alert. I found myself wanting to call out to the players, "don't do it," on several occasions (on one, another audience member of the usually staid attendees actually did so). I also found myself enthralled by Beowulf Boritt's parallel staging of home and community college (signifying where James, a Yale dropout after the financial ruin, is trying to redeem himself in writing classes).
Tom is a bad guy, nuance though there may be. Early on, David Morse instructs his scrawny, divorce-scarred, dump-living son James to feel his bicep (and then talks about working out in prison). That said, Morse's physical power and agility in simple acts such as springing up and spinning from a chair demonstrate even more than the implicitly threatening words. Surprisingly, both my companion and I found ourselves talking about this, even as we discussed the effects of the sociopathic man and the devastation he clearly wrote on all who took the stage (including James' new girlfriend, Katie, played as a post-millennium ingénue by Sarah Goldberg) and those off-stage. If Bernie Madoff got out, this might be a (more erudite) version of family reunion, or more correctly, disunion.


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The end of August saw the National Labor Relations Board ("NLRB") issue a highly-anticipated opinion in Browning-Ferris Industries of California, Inc.[1] In that opinion, the NLRB broadened the standard for what it considers a "joint employer," a definition that had remained unchanged since Reagan-era appointees adopted a stricter standard in the 1980s (coincidentally, the earlier standard, endorsed by the Third Circuit in 1982, came in an earlier case against Browning-Ferris Industries of Pennsylvania, Inc. It is entirely possible that Browning-Ferris Industries exists as a company entirely to set joint employer standards before the NLRB). The new standard is liable to create headaches for corporations with subcontractors or franchisees, as it has the potential for parent companies to be held liable for labor violations at lower entity levels.
The standard rejected by the NLRB centered on whether a business exercised direct control of another business' employees. In its stead, the NLRB adopted an expansive test, once which creates joint employer liability status when the businesses "share or codetermine those matters governing the essential terms and conditions of employment." The test begins with an analysis of whether a business has a common-law employment relationship with the employees of the other business. If so, the analysis then shifts to whether the business has a threshold level of control over the essential terms and conditions of employment. This control must be expansive enough to permit meaningful collective bargaining, and the Board noted that businesses found to be joint employers will only be required to bargain with respect to those specific terms and conditions that it does possess control over.
In rejecting the old standard, the NLRB has expanded the reach of liability for labor violations. This is significant because the NLRB has been expanding its interpretation of the National Labor Relations Act to cover more and more activities by employees in non-union businesses, so not only is the pool of potential violations greater, the quantity of employers that may come under fire for such violations will now increase as well. This new standard may have the effect of spurring union activity in businesses traditionally run by independent franchises, and employers and businesses with subcontractors or franchisees should evaluate the relationships with those lower-level businesses for labor liability under the new standard. The attorneys of McBrayer can assist businesses with determining joint employer liability under the new NLRB standards, giving those businesses much needed warning on potential trouble.


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Casa Grande Mayor's Pastor Breakfast
Mayor: Craig McFarland
This page is dedicated to the Casa Grande Emergency Assistance Ministry (EAM) and Mayor Craig McFarland for the yearly Mayor's Pastor Recognition Breakfast, sponsored by the United Way of Pinal County (UWPC). Topics include the history of EAM and its importance to the city; review the current state of our city and how we as a community can provide for those in need. Mayor McFarland will also provide a State of the City Address.
Click here to view the photos from the most recent Mayor's Breakfast.
Stay tuned for our upcoming Mayor's Pastor Breakfast!
Please contact the United Way of Pinal County at 520-836-0736 with any Questions.


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Should we boycott prawns? I have been asked that question repeatedly since the Guardian's investigation revealing the use of slaves in the chain that brings them from Thailand to our plates. The slavery we uncovered was no metaphor – we found trafficked migrants who had been bought and sold, and forced with extreme violence to work at sea for no pay for years. The fish they catch is used to make feed for intensive prawn production by the world's largest producer and supermarket supplier, CP Foods.
Is it right to eat products that depend on such fundamental abuse of human rights? Consumer boycotts have been influential in bringing about change – against the horrors of apartheid, for instance – but on their own they have absolute limits. Just because slavery has been found in part of the food chain, we should not delude ourselves that changing the shopping basket will be enough. And why stop at prawns when so many other supply chains, from soya to rare minerals, are founded on trafficked workers, and the World Cup infrastructure in Qatar is being built on exploitation that amounts to slavery?
And should it be down to us as individuals to fight these wrongs? The official and business response to the revelations of slavery in the prawn chain has been a curious mix of horror and laissez-faire. In the US – where we showed that slave-tainted shrimp is on sale in two of the world's largest retailers, Walmart and Costco – it looks likely that Thailand will be relegated to the lowest ranking in the state department's annual Trafficking in Persons report, due out on Friday.
In theory, that should trigger a downgrade in its trading status with the US, but in practice economic sanctions are generally waived when America's strategic partners are involved. Thailand's geopolitical position as a bulwark against instability in south-east Asia and the rising power of China is too important for sanctions with real teeth.
In the UK the nearest to government action we are likely to get is an amendment to the modern slavery bill. A provision requiring companies to check for slavery in their supply chains had been lobbied away by business. Now at least it stands some chance of being added by opposition MPs.
But clear political condemnation or forceful action has been woefully absent. Labour's shadow home secretary, Yvette Cooper, wanted the supermarkets to lead the abolition movement, and said it was up to them to stop buying prawns produced through the work of slaves. David Cameron, through a spokesman, said it was up to consumers. Both propose narrow, market responses to what they frame as a market issue.
In doing so they reflect the real problem, which is that there's an enormous political deficit. They are drawing the politics of modern slavery in terms of consumerism – and a consumerism that is, moreover, seen as largely personal. The triumph of the global market and liberalism has promoted this individualism above social interests.
The genius of contemporary globalised capitalism is that it does not just meet demand, it creates new demand. It manufactures ever-escalating desires. Where once we might have wanted a healthy supply of fish, now we must have luxury fish as an everyday treat, even if it destroys ecosystems and enslaves workers. When the political discourse is as desperately reduced as this, all you are left with is shopping.
But that will not do. Globalisation of trade has created the potential for great new wealth but in many ways we have gone back to the dark days of the 18th and 19th centuries and the early industrial revolution – before workers were organised, and before laws were introduced to curb the excesses of the free market so that its contribution to overall affluence would not be undermined by squalor and suffering.
Supermarkets and the transnational producers are rightly in the firing line because in the unfettered market they are the ones with power: with turnovers larger than the national economies of many countries, they wield extraordinary influence. The fact that they do is part of the problem. However, most supermarkets have shown little sign of taking meaningful action on prawn slavery. They have made promises in the language of accountants and the balance sheet; they will audit and certify, because that is their currency. Just two have stopped buying – Carrefour, the largest retailer in Europe, and Ica in Norway – and the Thai stock exchange fell at the news.
So, a boycott has a place: it sends a message that hits the share price. But the real solution requires a different politics, one that rebalances power and restates the importance of the interests of the collective over the individual and the corporate – one that not only rescues workers enslaved at sea because they are victims but also gives them a stake so that they can unionise, as they have done elsewhere in the fishing industry, in order to tackle abuse.
For the rest of us, the solution may mean paying more or giving things up. And, meanwhile, no: I am not eating tropical prawns.


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For many of us, summer is a time of relaxation. A time to put away the textbooks and the deadlines, relax on the beach, and turn the mind off for a bit. But some of us may desire to keep stimulating those brain cells and keep the mental juices flowing. Trivia night in Austin serves as a great way to test your knowledge while enjoying a refreshing margarita. Here are some of Austin's best trivia night venues, ranging from classic, to sporty and fun venues.
Volstead Lounge
Located in hip East Austin, you won't want to miss this classic vintage cocktail lounge's trivia nights. Themes range from "Sex and The City" to "Rick and Morty." Winners receive a $20 bar tab and enjoy drinks inspired by the topic of the night. Indulge at the on-site food truck while trying to recall the name of Carrie Bradshaw's favorite designer purse.
1500 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702
Trivia Night: Wednesday at 6:30 PM
Pinthouse Pizza
Pizza, beer, trivia—what more could one ask for? With two locations in Austin, Pinthouse Pizza was founded by "six guys who share a passion for craft beer and good food," according to the web site. They uphold an "old-school mentality" and make all their pizzas in-house. Bite into a sizzling Margherita pizza, sip on quality draft beer, and enjoy a weekly trivia night called "Geeks Who Drink," which takes place on Wednesday evenings.
4236 S. Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX, 78704 and
4729 Burnet Road Austin, TX, 78756
Trivia Night: Wednesday at 8:00 PM
The Tavern
Founded in 1933 after the Prohibition era, this local sports bar has been serving great beer and burgers ever since. Trivia night takes place every Wednesday—and so do drink specials. Enjoy $2.50 pints and $10 pitchers of Dos Equis; $3.50 Working Girls, and more. Round up your pals (up to six people per team) and battle for "boozy prizes." Registration opens at 6:30 p.m., and the quiz starts at 8:00 p.m.
922 W 12th St, Austin, TX 78703
Trivia Night: Wednesday at 8:00 p.m.
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text: About the time the peonies start to open at the end of May, so do the pink, tubular flowers of Kolkwitzia amabilis, better known as beautybush. This deciduous shrub is a graceful addition to any garden, with its arching branches and lush form easily topping 8 feet in height and width. Those flowers cascading down those arching branches are greatly attractive to butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators. A member of the honeysuckle family, this plant originated in central China and was first sent to England in 1901. As for its hardiness, Garden Maine's is planted in a solid Zone 4, although some sources say the plant is only hardy to Zone 5. Beautybush is a peony's best friend, too, in that it provides a lush canvas against which the elegant peony can display its charms to advantage.


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The Pulse Medical Team will be having a health fair on Sunday, April 29th at our Raleigh campus. Visit the fair before or after service to complete your health screenings, find out your health risks and learn what you can do about it.
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In certain movement practices, the area in your back that is behind your heart Chakra is called the " Heart Gate". This is often an area that is " stuck" on people, as that crucial intersection between the arms, head/neck and lumbar spine can become jammed from nearly any angle.
I have been experimenting with ways to release the back. We instinctively know how to " arch" in order to try to open the front body, but the back body is much less evident.
This class is one of my experiments, and is definitely one of the more advanced workouts. I would recommend that you wait until your body is open, and accustomed to the work before trying this one.
Be very careful to stay aware of your body when putting pressure on the front of your sternum. It is a sensitive area. If anything feels " sharp", use your body to control the pressure and back off when necessary. Breathing should be something easy. If this experience is "labored" in any way, you're going in too strong. No benefit ever comes of creating struggle. Please don't do that.


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Biking & cycling in Connemara will provide you with a memorable experience of unforgettable scenery, an insight into a rich and diverse heritage and culture and leave you more refreshed and invigorated. This section will assist you to prepare for such adventures.
Outdoor access:
Connemara's people are generally very hospitable people and welcome visitors with open arms. However, there are a few simple guide lines to ensure that the welcome remains warm and friendly. As a general rule, if in doubt ask. There will always be somebody around with whom you can talk to. They may not be the right people all of the time, but most will be able to assist to some degree or other. When in the Connemara outdoors we would ask you to:
- Take responsibility for your own actions and act in a safe manner
- Respect other people's privacy and space
- Help land owners, farmers and their like to work safely and effectively Care for the environment; do not leave your litter in the countryside, dispose of it sensibly upon returning from your outing.
- Don't disturb the wildlife
- Keep your dog under control
- Leave your contact details with someone before setting out – when you are departing, where you will be and when to expect you back. This is particularly important if you are spending time in remote areas.
- Goodwill and commonsense will ensure that biking & cycling will thrive to everyone's benefit.
- Follow the rules of the road as they apply for any other road user.
- Connemara roads and lanes can be very narrow, so stay on the correct side of the road (left) and as close as safely possible to the side.
For those of you planning a summer holiday in Connemara, you will no doubt have heard about the dreaded Midge or Culicoides. Generally speaking, most tourist operators forget to mention minor things like Ticks, Midges etc
This primarily applies to dog owners and occasionally to humans. Ticks are tiny blood sucking insects found in Connemara; or rather they will find you when mountain biking &/or camping in the country vegetation. They inhabit damp, coarse vegetation in woodland and bogs, bracken fronds are a popular spot and they are transferred to passersby who brush against them. Ticks can carry several diseases afflicting both animals and humans. One of the major tick-borne diseases which affect humans is Lyme disease. Seldom fatal and eminently treatable, Lyme disease is a debilitating condition that can remain in the body for many years, affecting nerves and occasionally leading to chronic arthritis and heart conditions. Lyme disease is very rare. As a precaution, visitors to Connemara are advised to be aware of the disease and to contact their local physician if feeling unwell after an outdoor adventure to Connemara, or anywhere else for that matter. Common symptoms include flu-like illness with fever, muscle and joint pain, malaise, a rash and a sore throat.
Always remove the tick when discovered. If you see one, it looks like a speck of dirt with legs, (in the early stages) and when it finds a suitable spot, (usually in warm moist hairy places like arm pits, navels et al) it starts to feed. As it feeds it can fill up almost to the size of a beige coloured pea. If left it will drop off and is usually painless but may be itchy. To remove get a tweezers, grip the tick body as close to the head as possible and gently twist and pull. If done correctly the head should come with, if not it could turn septic, but it normally forms a scab and falls harmlessly off. To ease itchiness, treat with anti-histamine.
For dog owners: apply a dose of Frontline tick repellent a few days before setting off on your adventure and this will prevent any problems.
Midges are tiny biting flies that are active from mid-May to September particularly when it is calm and overcast. Thriving in the acidic boggy conditions, they can be an annoyance to people mountain biking & cycling Connemara. Tending to be most active at dawn and dusk they can be prevalent at other times during the day if the conditions are right. If it is a midge day then activities such as picnics should be avoided. Staying in one place will quickly result in midges congregating around you.
"Forewarned is forearmed", and that by telling you about midges you will know how best to avoid midge attacks and by taking a few simple precautions; your safari in Connemara will not be disrupted by them. The first time you encounter them you will probably just feel itchy as the bites are not painful just irritating, and they are so small you can hardly see them. Everyone has different reaction to midge bites; some hardly notice they have been bitten with not even so much as a red spot, whilst others have a reaction rather like a rash. However, they will provoke a strong immune reaction in some individuals. This may lead to swelling and intense itching around the site of the bite. The severity and intensity of biting accentuates people's discomfort. Scratching of the bites may lead to infected sores. There is no known disease transmission from midges to people in Ireland.
Midges love:
- Tourist's especially unprepared ones!! Apply repellent before the time; it's already too late when you start to itch.
- Cool, shady, calm conditions and are most active early morning and evenings
- Wet summers help their breeding cycle, with a resulting increase in numbers.
- Sitting ducks – as far as possible, try to avoid sitting out early morning and late evening. Realising this is just the time when you do want to sit out, and most times you will not be bothered by them, but once they find you, you will need to move to get rid of them.
Armed with a little knowledge, you minimize the inconvenience to yourself and family in Connemara and enjoy the great outdoors relatively free of them. Below are a few tips and precautions you can take to avoid them altogether, or at least to minimize their nuisance factor.
Midges hate:
- sun – midges tend to avoid direct strong sunlight, so sit in the sun not shade whenever conditions allow.
- wind – try to find a seat or occupy a place in a breeze, and it is surprising how little breeze is required to keep them away
- biking & cycling – midges cannot keep up with you at normal biking & cycling pace, so you will be able to take long midge
free trails and routes or participate in any active pastime at any time of day.
- white or light clothing, avoid dark clothing at high activity times, although this alone will not deter them
- inside – escape by sitting indoors with the doors and windows open with lights turned off. Like every other insect they are attracted to lights.
- wear anti midge hats which have mesh rather like bee-keepers nets but with smaller holes to keep out midges. Not a good idea when you are riding though.
- machines available now which attract and kill them
- some makes of repellent – Skin so Soft from Avon is not actually a repellent but seems to be very effective in keeping them away. Jungle Formula is another favourite. In any event please test them to see what works best for you.
Wild cyclists should leave these wild places unblemished by their visit and protect them for future visitors and fellow users. Please leave the environment as you found it. Report vandalism, abandoned equipment, litter (better still pick it up and dispose of it correctly) and ensure all fires are put well out before being left unattended. Human waste spoils a natural environment: it stinks; it's very unsightly and makes one want to run far and fast away. If nature calls, please dig a hole before and bury when finished. Ladies this applies to toilet paper too. It puts me off even writing about it, leave only your tyre prints!
Connemara Wild Escapes is keen to reinforce the principles of responsible behaviour for visitors wild camping in the countryside. Wild camping is encouraged throughout Connemara provided campers apply the good practice 'leave-no-trace' guidelines:
- Avoid overcrowding by moving on to another location
- Carry a trowel to bury toilet waste and urinate well away from water courses
- Use a stove or leave no trace of any camp fire.
- Never cut down or damage trees
- Take away your rubbish and pick up other litter as well.
- If in doubt, ask the landowner. Their advice might help you find a better camping spot.
Suggestion for first timers: before you leave to go camping in the wild spend an evening, night and morning camping in your garden outside your kitchen door. So if you have forgotten anything you can quickly pop inside and get it. So pitch your tent, cook your evening meal and breakfast, wash your utensils, do the things you want to do on vacation and sleep in knowledge that if you have forgotten anything it won't ruin your holiday.
Tents these days are easy to erect, when you know how. So even if you don't take our advice to camp in your garden, at the very least, take your tent out of its packaging and spend the time learning how to put it together. As all seasoned campers know, your first day will be rushed, you will arrive later than expected, you are in unfamiliar territory (in more ways than one), the weather will turn, the kids will be hungry and grumpy and the pressure will be on to get the tent up quickly and if you haven't done it before, well your first night isn't going to be a good one. Be prepared.
Kit list:
This is a guideline kit list of what is normal biking & cycling equipment for Connemara during the summer months. The Irish climate is so unpredictable that every eventuality has to be prepared for – it can either be very hot and dry or wild, wet and windy and everything in between, all in one day!
|Good biking & cycling boots/shoes – please no new boots/shoes. Boots need to be "broken in" and the wilds of Connemara are not the place to get blisters and sore feet.
Socks – the more the better, have a clean pair for each biking & cycling day.
Good quality rain jacket (Gortex or similar)
Waterproof trousers
Warm woollen or fleece hat
Swimwear (for those warm summer loughs and ocean)
Biking & cycling helmets and other protective gear. Includes reflective clothing for road users.
Water bottle
Small thermos flask
|Fleece or wool sweater plus at least, 1 spare sweater.
Warm biking & cycling trousers preferably with one spare pair (no
Thermal underwear
Long sleeve biking & cycling shirt plus a spare
Sun hat
Insect repellent – Avon's Skin so Soft good midge repellent
Small day sack for day trips with
casual clothes for evening /pubs
First aid kit – see below for details.
Cycle Safely:
Many trails and routes in Connemara are in early stages of development and not particularly well marked or purpose built (all part of the charm!) and even those marked on maps can be difficult to trace, or may have changed course. However, for longer routes and more particularly for more remote routes, preparation is essential and adequate precautions should be taken whilst on your bike. Use your map (GPS) and check your location at all times. The varying terrain, makes biking & cycling in Connemara exciting, but also slow and exhausting.
Connemara roads are narrow, undulating with twists and turns and often have very little margin or hard shoulder. Two cars passing leaves little to no room for the cyclist. Viligilance is required at all times, particularly if you have children in your party. The wearing of high visibity jackets and other reflective accessories are encouraged.
Biking & cycling in winter should be regarded as more difficult and time consuming. Daylight hours are shorter and weather conditions more severe. Don't forget to ensure your bikes lights are in good working order and you have a supply of batteries.
The Weather:
Before setting out on any trip, check a weather forecast. Changeable is the best way to describe the weather in Connemara – and it can change quickly! If the weather does change for the worse, consider revising your plans. Detailed forecasts can be found at the Met Eireann (www.met.ie) and RTE Weather (www.rte.ie/weather).
Choose a route/trail which is appropriate to your abilities and the prevailing weather conditions. As a general rule, take children only on routes which allow for a safe and easy retreat and don't take them on long rides. Leave word of where you are going and remember to advise of your expected time of return. Areas of Connemara have routes and trails to suit all levels of ability. Consider turning back if you or someone in your group is tiring or getting cold.
What to Take:
- Clothing – warm, wind and waterproof clothing is essential for most parts of your body depending on the time of year.
- Equipment – for cycling, always carry GPS (Global Positioning System) and a map and compass and know how to use them (Ordnance Survey maps scale 1:50,000 or 1:25,000 are recommended).
- Carry equipment for use in an emergency such as a torch, whistle, First Aid Kit and emergency shelter. The emergency signal is six blasts on a whistle or six flashes with a torch.
- Your bike – should provide good comfortable seating and be appropriate to the surface on which you are travelling. For rough terrain mountain bikes are a must. Please do not arrive with a new untested bike, buy in advance and make sure it is correctly set up to suit you before going on a serious trail or route. If you are hiring a bike ask the providers to set it up correctly for you.
- Food and Drink – take ample food and drink. Always take reserve supplies. Simple high energy foods are best, as are hot drinks in cold wet weather.
First Aid Kit:
The First Aid kit that you carry should be capable of dealing with a variety of situations. Usually, where first aid is required; the need is for simple and relatively straight forward treatment. The items listed below should form the basis of your kit:
- Two triangular bandages – can be used for slings, dressings, bandages.
- Two wound dressings (medium and large) – to stop bleeding.
- Crepe bandages – for holding on dressings (bleeding), support and/or immobilization of fractures, strains and sprains.
- A roll of general purpose medical tape. A roll of electrical or masking (it is easier to tear) tape wouldn't go amiss.
- A selection of sticky plasters – a long strip which can be cut to suit is good (NB some people are allergic to some makes). Pain Killers. If you are at all unsure about administering pain killers – DON'T.
- Sharp scissors – useful for trimming bandages and cutting away clothing.
- A supply of various sized safety pins.
- A few pairs of rubber or plastic gloves – must be used every time you deal with loss of body fluids.
More information on the size and contents for a first aid kit can be please contact Cycling Ireland (www.cyclingireland.ie) or your local physician. Remember it must be both practical and portable!
In an Emergency:
If you or one of your parties has an accident and cannot be moved:
- remain calm;
- keep yourself and the casualty as warm and dry as possible;
- treat any injuries as best you can;
- calculate your exact position on the map (or GPS);
- if possible, leave somebody to care for the casualty whilst others safely get help;
- on reaching a telephone and/or getting mobile signal, dial 999 and ask for the police;
- report the map grid reference where you left the casualty and details of their condition.
All those who are injured and immobile are at risk from hypothermia. As a priority add any extra layers of clothing you have available to the casualty and ensure they are insulated from the ground. If you have a group shelter, ensure the casualty, you and the rest of the group are under the shelter.
Our experts are passionate cyclists or mountain bikers who know of no better way to get to know a place than by biking or cycling on it! Connemara Wild Escapes have packaged activities catering for most fitness levels, varying degrees of comfort from sleeping out to luxury 4 star accommodation and degrees of difficulty. These can be interspersed with various local interests or crafts or events! If you want to maintain your individuality contact us to put together a bespoke guided package to make your safari even better!


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Day Trip to Death Valley
Las Vegas provides great access for an easy and beautiful day trip to Death Valley, National Park. The scenic drive is right under two hours.
I was driving a 35 ft RV during my latest trip to Death Valley. We stayed at the Furnace Creek Resort, they have a fairly large amount of RV parking. The facilities are great with access to both showers and pool. Once you check it at the registration a guide will take you to your parking spot (which is very helpful).
Best Photography:
1) Zabriskie Point - Death Valley, California
Death Valley is a photographers dream...However, I would have to say one of the best and most easily accessible spots is Zabriskie Point Death Valley. There is easy access right off route 190 and then with a short 1/4 mile hike from the parking lot you will witness one of the most amazing views of a desert.
2) Eureka Sand Dunes - Death Valley, CA
Almost 100 miles north on 190 you will come across another amazing stop in Death Valley, the Eureka Sand Dunes. This location is fantastic for evening and sunset shots.
Tips & Tricks:
Weather is probably the most important thing to factor in when traveling to Death Valley. I have gone in all four seasons. Late spring, until the middle of May is probably my favorite time to visit. The temperatures during the day are fairly warm but during the golden hours the temperatures are usually perfect as opposed to extreme cold or heat during other seasons. Cell phone service is very limited and it is important to travel in a reliable vehicle with plenty of water and food. To plan a guided trip to the above locations and/or more please contact me.


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March 29, 2011
Update: Japan, Tutorials, YT Partner, Facebook
Just a quick videos summarizing what I've been doing and what's coming up...
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March 22, 2011
Chic Shopaholic: Sephora, Origins, Forever 21
I probably shouldn't be doing another shopping haul since I had just done one a few weeks ago but last weekend my mom, sister and I had spent a little girly bonding time eating lunch and shopping. Surprisingly, I mainly bought skincare and clothing items and just one makeup product.
recently came out with a couple of new
Professionnel Platinum
brushes, which I'm a fan of and already own a few from the line. I bought the
Foundation Airbrush #56
which is supposed to be a smaller version of the Foundation Airbrush #55 to give you more control. I don't have #55 so I can't compare but so far I like #56 because the bristles are dense enough to build coverage but you can use the tip of the brush to blend and sheer out the product. It's sort of like a traditional flat foundation brush but without the streakyness.
For a few years I've used DDF Sulfur Therapeutic Mask as a night time acne spot treatment but wanted to try something new, so I checked out a new brand sold at Sephora called
ClickR Skin Care
. It's a line specifically for "younger skin" (I don't know what ages exactly but I don't see how mature skin wouldn't be able to use it, too) with acne but the ingredients don't have harsh chemicals and it's 100% vegan. I bought the
No More Derma Drama Acne Spot Serum
, a click-pen that has a clear gel texture to spot-treat pimples. You can apply it under makeup and take it with you to use it whenever a blemish pops up. I've used it a couple times and it seems to work pretty well without drying my skin.
Another skincare line that I was interested in trying was
. I hear it mentioned on YouTube often and a friend of mine really likes it and recommends it. Because of my physical disability, it's difficult for me to wash my face over the sink so I like to use milk cleansers in which you can wipe off with a tissue. For a few years, I've used The Body Shop Cream Cleansers (both the Aloe and Vitamin E) but again, wanted to try something new so I picked up
Pure Cream Rinseable Cleanser You Can Also Tissue Off
. I like the packaging of this product better as this one is a squeeze tube whereas The Body Shop's is a hard plastic tube. The texture is creamy and feels lighter than The Body Shop's and has kind of a lemony-scent which is refreshing and it doesn't leave any residue on my skin when wipe it off.
The second Origins product I bought was
Modern Friction Nature's Gentle Dermabrasion
. You can apply this exfoliator on dry skin or if you have sensitive skin, on damp skin. The texture is gritty but also creamy, sort of like oatmeal. My skin doesn't look red or feel irritated after using this product, instead it feels softer. I'm pretty happy with these Origins products and would probably check out other products from them.
What are your favorite Origins products?
I probably should do some Spring cleaning after buying so many new clothes recently but here's what I bought at
Forever 21
....I should also look for other stores to shop for clothes too, huh?
What are your favorite clothing stores?
Cream & Navy Stripped Zippered-Hoody Jacket
Pink & Cream Floral Crochet-Back Tank Top
Cream & Dark Grey Embroidered Tank Top
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March 17, 2011
Chic Shopaholic: Jouer 'Glisten Up' Spring Collection 2011
Jouer Cosmetics
had a little
"Spring has Sprung"
contest on their
Facebook page
where they picked a random comment on what their favorites are for Spring and the winner would receive the
"Glisten Up" Spring 2011 Collection
. Many comments had said their favorite Jouer products but I was honest and said I've never tried their products but I love to wear sheer bright colors on the cheeks and lips. I don't know if saying that I've never tried their products helped but yours truly was the winner! I'm really happy that I've won as I wanted to try Jouer products for a while. I'll go more in-depth on the brand on another post when I place an order but here's a quick post on what I've won.
In the package, one of Jouer's "Makeup Stylist" Whitney, wrote a hand-written note congratulating me on winning the prize which I thought was sweet. She was also kind enough to send me two samples each of the
Luminizing Moisture Tint
in the shades Golden and Glow which I was very interested in trying. It's a tinted moisturizer that has an SPF of 20 and light-diffusing properties to even out skin tone and blur fine lines. I tried Golden, the lighter shade of the two, and although I really like the texture and finish of the product, the shade was a couple shades too dark for me. I probably will give the lightest shade, which is Pearl, a try next time.
Moisturizing Lip Gloss
: These glosses have hydrating ingredients and have a smooth non-sticky texture but because they don't have that tacky texture, they don't really wear as long which is fine for me because they feel more comfortable on the lips. They are unscented, a huge plus for me as I'm quite sensitive to heavily fragranced products. I believe most of the pigmentation for all the glosses are on the sheer side, which is nice if you just want a hint of color and shine to lay it over other lip colors, but if you want to wear it on its own they don't show much color, at least not the ones I got.
Rose Glisten
: sheer shimmery bright pinky-rose
Coral Glisten
: sheer shimmery bright orange-coral
Nude Glisten
: sheer shimmery light golden-nude
Glisten Brightening Powder
: A fine loose powder that adds luminosity to the skin. It's kind of similar to the
Suqqu Nuancing Glow Loose Powder
but also has its differences. Suqqu's has a pearlescent sheen where as Jouer's has noticeable shimmer but it's not overly glittery. Suqqu's is more of a white-ivory shade where as Jouer's is a pale peach-opal shade. I use a fluffy powder brush and lightly dust it all over my face for an all-over glow or just apply on the cheekbones to highlight.
Opal Powder Eyeshadow
: This is a satin-shimmer finish, pale peach shade. It can be worn on the lid or as a highlight color for the brow-bone and inner corner. They have a smooth texture that isn't overly powdery and have nice pigmentation that you can apply dry or with a damp brush for more opaqueness.
Overall, I think these Jouer products are really nice and will try more in the future.
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March 13, 2011
Japan Earthquake & Tsunami Relief
I'm sure everyone has heard about the 8.9 magnitude earthquake disaster in Japan that happened on March 11, 2011. There was also a tsunami warning throughout the Pacific, where people needed to be evacuated but fortunately the tsunami didn't come our way (I live in Hawaii). As you may know, my family and I went to Japan for vacation last year and during that trip, we actually felt a small earthquake while eating out at a department store. Just a small shake was a little scary, I can't imagine what people there are experiencing. I'm fortunate that my family and I aren't there right now and that our friends living there are ok. All of us definitely need to do something to help the people who are suffering. There are still aftershocks in Japan that will supposedly continue for several days, at least 10,000 people are expected to be injured and dead, and millions of people are without a home, food, water, and nuclear power plants are a threat to spreading radiation exposure.
I know it's fun to buy the latest beauty product but if we just use the money that we would spend on an eyeshadow or a lipgloss and instead donate it to earthquake and tsunami relief efforts, millions of people could be helped and saved. I've used
Network for Good
, a safe and easy website that will donate to the charity of your choice. I made a badge that you can simply click on to donate to the
International Relief Fund
for the
American Red Cross
. However you choose to donate, please do so that we can help everyone during this tragic time.
* I am not affiliated with or sponsored by Network for Good or The American National Red Cross.
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Number 648 - Robert Palmer
Number 648
Robert Palmer
"Addicted To Love"
Robert Palmer
"Addicted To Love"
Coming on the heels of the massive success of the Power Station, Riptide packages Robert Palmer's voice and suave personality into a commercial series of mostly rocking songs that seem custom-tailored to be chart hits. The Power Station connection threatens to overpower Palmer's usually more eclectic musical interest, but with that band's producer/member Bernard Edwards handling production duties and members Andy Taylor and Tony Thompson contributing as well, stylistic similarities were inevitable. "Flesh Wound," though, sounds like a retread of "Some Like It Hot," with its squelching staccato guitars and tribal drums mimicking the hit single. "Hyperactive" adds a bit of a pop veneer to the formula, with its bright keyboards dating the song to the Miami Vice era; that's not to say it doesn't hold nostalgic charm. "Addicted to Love" shares some of the same punch, somewhat slowing down the Power Station's bombast into slinkier, blues territory, while maintaining a heavy rock crunch. The song skyrocketed to the top of the U.S. charts and sold more than a million copies as a single worldwide.
A music video for the song, featuring sexy models gyrating blankly, no doubt helped sales and launched a new phase of Palmer's career, where music videos would nearly overshadow his songwriting. Equally catchy and almost as successful is the brilliant take on the Jimmy Jam/Terry Lewis song "I Didn't Mean to Turn You On." It is perhaps Riptide's most daring track, with its fractured jittery notes, funky basslines, and pounding drums matching Palmer's bothered, sweaty vocals to create a yearning song that drips with passion. Also not to be missed is Earl King's "Trick Bag," which Palmer translates into a fun Clues-style minimalist modern blues song. Even if Riptide uses the Power Station as a blueprint, its only true faults reside in the cheesy album-opening and album-closing refrains of "Riptide," which seemingly satisfy Palmer's tropical proclivities. They might be relaxing and humorous as elevator music, but they are sharply at odds with the tone of the album and Palmer's usually impeccable musical taste. Cheesy opening and ending aside, Riptide has some truly addictive moments and it set him firmly on course, for better or worse, for the even harder-rocking Heavy Nova. ~ Tim DiGravina
Palmer, who made his home in Lugano, Switzerland for his last 15 years, died in Paris, France in 2003 of a heart attack at the age of 54. He is interred at the cemetery in Lugano. With Thompson's death later that year and Edwards' back in 1996, three members of the Power Station team that helped propel Palmer to his biggest success have met untimely ends.
For Power Station see Number 893
For Duran Duran see Number 764
For Power Station see Number 893
For Duran Duran see Number 764
Robert Palmer died today of a heart attack in Paris. The fashion-savvy singer, who enjoyed chart-topping popularity in the Eighties, was fifty-four. Though Palmer would have his greatest success in 1986 with the Number One single "Addicted to Love" and the almost equally successful "I Didn't Mean to Turn You On" and "Simply Irrestible" (both reached Number Two), his solo career stretched back to the early Seventies and he was singing with the Alan Bown Set and Dada (later Vinegar Joe) in the late Sixties. When Vinegar Joe split in 1972, Palmer began to record as a solo artist. "I'm not concerned that my stuff isn't extreme," Palmer once told Rolling Stone. "I don't want to be heavy. I can't think of another attitude to have toward an audience than a hopeful and a positive one. And if that includes such unfashionable things as sentimentality, well, I can afford it."
ANDREW DANSBY(September 26, 2003)
ANDREW DANSBY(September 26, 2003)
Rolling Stone Top 500 Songs ranked this song at Number (He just wasn't our cup of tea, sorry) and the Album ranked at Number (Hey, if its any condolence we didn't like Power Station either)
(Bet you liked the vidoe tho aye R.Stone?)
This song has a total crowbarred rating of 70.6 out of 108
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WhWhen Etos asked me if I could do something unique for their press event the creative juices started flowing right away.
Make-up and other beauty products can also be used as paint.
In my mind make-up is a way of painting a face but how cool would it be to actually paint a face with make up?
Well I put that to the test by using only Etos branded products to paint a portrait in 3 hours.
Because of the short time frame I called in the help of my collegue and artist friend Sonja van Vuuren to help me out.
The result of this live paint can be seen in these pictures.


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9 Benefits of SEO Services for Small Businesses
SEO strategies provide lots of benefits to small businesses. SEO enables business owners to create robust, user-friendly and fast websites that will rank higher in the search engines. With the right strategies, search engine optimization is an excellent way of boosting your search engine rankings and being among the top results on the search engine lists. Here are key benefits of SEO services for businesses.
Improve your conversion rate
A big portion of search engine optimization involves optimizing your website in a number of ways. The good thing about website improvement is the fact that they it not just have a positive influence on your search engine rankings only. It will also have a positive effect on the conversion rates of your small business as well. For example, website speed is a well-known ranking factor that your SEO agency will look at. This is because faster load times have a close relation with improved conversions. In addition, a well-designed website will result in a more user-friendly experience for your visitors and this will have a positive impact on the search engine ranking of your website.
Catch your audience while in the discovery phase
When people are using the search engines, they are usually in the process of making purchase decisions. They want to learn about the different choices available and they are assessing the pros and cons before they make a decision. This is a crucial time for you to get in front of your prospective customers. This is because they could be looking for the exact service or product that you offer. However, if you have not invested in any SEO, there is no way that these people will find you. Your business will be invisible to them. A proper SEO campaign will ensure that your audiences are able to see you whenever they are looking for your product or services.
Keep up with the competition
Running a business is just like being in a competitive marathon. This is because it can be compared to a race to the top and in any race, you must ensure that your business reaches your audience first. It is a race to make more cash than your competitors. Fighting to keep up with the competition is part and parcel of running your business. Your competitors are doing SEO and you must ensure that you keep up with their strategies in order for you to get more customers to your business.
Grow your website traffic
Having good organic traffic to your website is important to your business. You must ensure that you build authority so that your website can be seen in the top 10 results in the SERPs. You must ensure that users get to engage with your website. Your website is your 24/7 marketer and it should constantly work to deliver actual paying customers for your business. When your website is visible to searchers using the search engines, then you will be assured of increased traffic, which could lead to actual sales.
Find new customers and boost growth
One of the key reasons why you have a website is to increase your customers and differentiate your existing customer base. It is a fact that most businesses that have a website will experience twice as much growth as those businesses that have no online presence or website. With the right SEO services, you will be able to gain better rankings with the search engine results pages and this can translate to more targeted visits that will lead to more clients for your business.
Explore new markets
One of the fastest growing markets today is the internet. However, it is not the only one. A successful SEO campaign will enable you to find new markets and it will help you explore new economies. Mobile marketplaces and social media can take your traffic levels to a whole new level by improving your SEO performance. An SEO-optimized website is usually fast, very easy to use, and is compatible with a variety of mobile devices and tablets. This will translate to better conversion rates because many visitors will come to your website and they are likely to become subscribers, customers, or loyal visitors.
Be conversant with latest developments
The search engine optimization is by far one of the fastest evolving marketing techniques in the world today. Practices and rules are always changing every time and being familiar with the latest developments will be beneficial to your business. When you invest in SEO, you will be in the know whenever they are changes in the industry and you will be sure that your business website will be in compliance with all these changes. When you hire a reliable SEO agency, they will provide the necessary advice to ensure that you do not miss out on any opportunities.
Build brand awareness
SEO plays a crucial role for small businesses by increasing their web presence. It also helps to increase website traffic and you can easily convert these site visitors into actual customers using properly curated content. SEO helps to improve the visibility of websites online and it reaches a big audience given that millions of people use the internet every day. Excellent SEO techniques are crucial for creating brand credibility and improving the image of small businesses and startups.
Return on investment
With proper use of SEO, small businesses can increase their return on investment. This is why small business owners should consider investing in SEO for long-term credibility and visibility. This will also translate to better conversions for businesses. It is without a doubt that SEO is a great investment for small businesses because it enables them to find clients and your customers can easily find you. If you want to try online marketing, you must consider having quality web design, great content, and effective SEO strategies.
With the best SEO facilities, businesses are able to fine-tune their strategies to ensure that they are utilizing all their resources in the best way possible. By using SEO strategies, you will give your company the best chance of increasing your online presence, getting more clients, and boosting your conversion rates. For excellent results, you must ensure that you choose the right SEO techniques and company that will change your business prospects in several ways.


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Despite the differences and the animosity that has built up between their respective camps, the country's two highest officials were all smiles when they finally met Friday afternoon.
President Rodrigo Duterte and Vice President Leni Robredo were both present at the turnover ceremonies of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP).
The two, who hail from opposing political parties, were seen shaking hands and exchanging pleasantries prior to the event.
During his speech, Duterte acknowledged Robredo's presence and even cracked a joke about their seating arrangement, GMA News reported.
"This is the first time that I meet you personally. I would have preferred to be seated beside you but nandiyan si Defense eh," he said referring to outgoing acting AFP chief Glorioso Miranda.
Tension between the two leaders have risen over the past weeks after Duterte said he was not thinking of giving Robredo a Cabinet position.
He then met with her rival, defeated vice presidential candidate Bongbong Marcos, and admitted that they discussed possible Cabinet options for the former senator.
Meanwhile, Robredo's camp said they were having a difficult time scheduling an appointment with Duterte.
On Thursday, the two held their inauguration ceremonies separately but both called for unity and healing, following a cutthroat campaign period.
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5 Ways to Stay Motivated During Extended Unemployment
Kent Nolen
I was recently consulting with a corporate client that asked me to sit in on a few final selection interviews. In those interviews, I noticed that one uniquely qualified candidate had an air of desperation and lack of confidence. In speaking with her and reviewing her resume, I realized that she had been out of work for some time. Of course, I don't know why this candidate was not seeming as strong in this late stage of the hiring process, but I can only imagine that extended unemployment and my client's drawn-out hiring process was probably taking it's toll.
That encounter reminded me that no matter how qualified you are, lack of confidence or the perception of desperation can be your undoing during the hiring process. Here are a few tips for maintaining your sanity during extended unemployment so that you can move through your job-search process with your sanity – and confidence – intact.
Keep a schedule – Do this from day one. Immediately set a schedule and stick to it. As tempting as sleeping in until noon (and spending the day in sweat pants watching YouTube videos) may be, that sort of inactivity has a gravitational pull that is very difficult to recover from.
Volunteer – It can be very easy to slip into a 'poor me' mindset when you've been let go or are having difficulty finding work. That makes sense. But self-pity is a fast track to inaction. So gain some perspective and volunteer your time. Not only will this elevate your self-esteem, it is a great way to network with like-minded people. Additionally, it is a low cost way to interact with people and get out of the house.
Stay Active – I know I'm not breaking any new ground with this tip, but that doesn't make it any less valid. Few things are as good for your self-esteem as exercise. Oh, and before you say that you don't have the time to exercise, remember that that long standing excuse no longer holds weight.
Limit Social Media – Studies show that people who spend lots of time on social media tend to be more depressed. That should come as little surprise. Don't waste away your time focusing on other people's idealized versions of their lives.
Learn a new skill – It is very easy to let your mind atrophy when you are out of work for an extended period. It is also easy to let your skill set become less and less current, which can make it even more difficult to find employment. So use your time to either learn a new skill or stay up-to-date on your current skill set.


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The nation let out a collective laugh when the government announced its foolproof solution to the financial crisis: "spend spend spend". Spend our savings they said, throw away the nest egg. No thank you. Nowadays most people would rather invest in a sturdy mattress in which to stash their money. The Celtic Tiger brought with it the idea of a single use mentality, that we should spend our money. Why? Because we were young, we were metropolitan, and because, well, the tiger told us to do it.
Would you ever consider a trip to the local charity shop as a way to save money? Despite a recent drop in donations charity shops continue to raise funds for valuable organisations and while plenty of people happily donate their old clothes many still wouldn't dream of spending an afternoon browsing the rails for bargains.
In the UK Oxfam have been trying to change people's perception of charity shops by launching the Sustain Me! campaign. Fashion photographer Rankin teamed up with Leading stylist Katie Shillingford to restyle clothes handpicked from Oxfam's recycling plant to put together a fashion shoot featuring celebrities like Heidi Klum, Jaime Winstone, Cat Deeley and Natalie Imbruglia to prove that the clothes people threw away still had some life in them. According to Oxfam the shoot was about "persuading us that charity shopping is cool, not merely for fashion students, stylists and creative types, who have long used them for inspiration, but for everybody."
Last August Arctic Monkeys released their single 'Crying Lightning' in 700 of Oxfam shops across Ireland and the UK with all proceeds going to the charity's lifesaving work throughout Africa.
Tips for charity shop beginners
1. Shop early in the week as most people donate on the weekends.
2. Learn to rummage. There's no shame in getting stuck in.
3. Check out book sections. Books in pristine condition can always be sold on Amazon or ebay after you've read them.
4. Try not to look for anything specific. Murphy's law dictates if you go in to a charity shop looking for something specific you won't find it.
5. Some shops have specialist branches. Oxfam Home on Francis Street specialises in furniture. Most of it is in perfect condition, but if you're a bit handy you can also fix up pieces to create something unique.
6. Ladies, don't forget to check the men's section for oversized knitwear or jackets.
7. Buy good quality stuff. Vests and plain tees are cheap enough in Penneys or Dunnes, the real bargains are the things you wouldn't usually be able to afford.
8. Don't be afraid to customise. If you find something you really love but it's in the wrong colour you can always dye it. New buttons or belts can also give cardigans a new lease of life.
9. Don't try and haggle in charity shops. At the end of the day it's all for a good cause.
What €20 will get you in a charity shop


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The interior brief was to provide a clean and uncluttered space, with a Scandinavian influence. Banda selected and managed the professional team and contractors throughout the project and delivered a turnkey property for the client. With this level of service, the client was able to move in to the property over the space of one weekend.
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In the last month, the Government of India has given an impression of being a soft state. Not only did they appoint a Home Minister whose reputation is not very good for being strong and a disciplinarian, but immediately on assumption of his office we had a violent demonstration in Mumbai which is a part of his home state. The police thought a crowd of five thousand will come while a crowd of seventy thousand came. Intelligence failed totally. The Mumbai police was never known for such inaction or inefficiency. Similarly, there was the problem of Hindus migrating from Pakistan. We believe in secularism and we had in good faith thought that Pakistan will treat the minorities like we treat our minorities. Mohammed Ali Jinnah said in so many words that the minorities of both the countries will be like hostages. If one country misbehaves with the minorities then we are afraid that their co-leaders will be mistreated by the other country. The time has come for the Government of India to talk properly to Pakistan. This will not work. Dialogue should be open. We should not talk of war — that is certain, but neither can we afford to show that we are a soft state. Wherever something wrong is happening we must take action. We are spending a disproportionately large amount of money not only on our defence forces but also on the paramilitary forces which are well equipped and well trained. It is the political will which is lacking. If we do not let our security forces act according to their duty we will have more and more problems in the future. A tunnel is being formed on the Kashmir border which is horrifying. How can a tunnel be dug without anybody noticing it ? This is definitely complacency. Anna Hazare and Baba Ramdev have temporarily withdrawn their agitation and the Government of India thinks it is a big victory. This shows that the Ministers in the Government of India have no clue to the mood of the people. Even during the Emergency people never came out at the streets, but when the elections were held, the Government was sucked out of power. The same thing will happen in 2014. People may be silent today. You can silence Anna Hazare and Ramdev by threats. But you will not be able to silence the people of India when they speak through the ballot box.
Sarabjit Singh was a young man when he was arrested falsely. There were some small bomb blasts and as usual he was the nearest Indian they could find and they put him in jail in Pakistan. Nothing has been proven against him. He is to be hanged. But thank God Pakistan has abolished the death penalty. So now he cannot be hanged. So now they have found another trick. They humiliate him, harass him, punish him without food so that he dies a natural death. These are portents of a very bad future. If Pakistan keeps on behaving like this and the Indian Government does not act, we will only be too sorry. It will be too little too late. There was a 'Save Sarabjit Singh Committee' formed under the Chairmanship of Justice Markandey Katju of which even I am a member. But we sitting in India cannot influence the Pakistan Government. However, there are local people to take the lead there also. There is Mr. Burney who is very active and a staunch leader of the press in Pakistan and he is leading the Pakistan branch of the 'Save Sarabjit Singh Committee'. All people who believe in human rights and civil liberties will agree that he should be released, Sarabjit should be released immediately. But the Government is not taking any formal position. The External Affairs Ministry should be in touch with Pakistan's Foreign Affairs Ministry. I think the Pakistan Government made up their mind to release him. The moment they announced it, there was such a hue and cry that they dropped their decision and released some other Surjit Singh saying that it was a mistake. It was not a mistake. They changed their decision which is not good. Even now they must re-consider and start the good will process. We have also released Pakistan prisoners from time to time to create good will. It is high time they did the same.


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Sad that you didn't win tickets to see David Wax Museum? It's alright because the giveaways keep on coming!
This time we're giving away a pair of tickets to see The Low Anthem at the 9:30 Club the very next night!
Hailing from Providence, RI, the bands 2008 album Oh My God, Charlie Darwin gained a ton of attention, especially from the NPR crowd. They followed it up this year with Smart Flesh, an album that we happen to think is one of this years very best.
An interesting thing about Smart Flesh, is that the band moved their gear into an abandoned pasta sauce factory to record it. It was an unconventional move to be sure, but the resulting record ended up sounding like just about nothing else out there. Odd maybe, but was a move that apparently paid off.
Check out their video for the album's opener, "Ghost Woman Blues" to see the factory, and the band, in action.
Like it? Love it? Get to the freaking point already, man?
Alright, fine. You've got two days to enter to win tickets to the show this Thursday. All you have to do is answer us a simple question in the comments section below, leave a valid email address that we can contact you at, and you are IN!
Your burning question is:
"What's your favorite type of pasta sauce, and what type of music does it go best with"
Contest ends at midnight tomorrow and the winner will be announced/notified on Wednesday morning.
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Congratulations to Lisa for not only winning, but namechecking Eleanor Friedberger, whose album Last Summer is one of our favorite albums of the year! Also your choice of sauce is about the only way to rock it as far as we're concerned. So good.
We had some great comments for this one (delicious too), so in that respect EVERYONE is a winner. Sadly though we could only pick one.
And seriously? Nobody put The Low Anthem as their music? SERIOUSLY?
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Theos Restaurant is an amazing Patisserie
Theos Restaurant will definitely surprise you with its offerings
A heaven for lovers of Italian food and pastries, situated in the most unassuming location in Sector 41, Theos Restaurant will definitely surprise you with its offerings.
I was really excited when I was invited for a food tasting table after they renovated their cafe recently. It has been a hub for all Noida-ites who are looking at enjoying Italian delicacies along with their insane collection of pastries and desserts.
At the Theos Restaurant, you step into a lovely patisserie which opens to a bakery display area where pastry chefs decorate signature cakes, and put the finishing touches on other desserts. The attention to detail is incredible, both on the presentation of the desserts themselves, and the sleek packaging.
As you turn right you will see a cozy cafe and dining area which has a very interesting warm decor. My suggestions to all the foodies if you love desserts do keep a large chunk of your appetite to dig into their desserts. The menu can be little overwhelming because each and every dish looks delectable and worthy to be ordered.
So I started with a thick hazelnut chocolate shake followed by their Spinach special Chicken Lasagne, Chicken Ravioli and Mushroom Crepe. Then I ordered a second round of their Irish Cream Shake.
The meal was absolutely divine. Out of all the three dishes, my favourite was the lasagne that had a twist in it, as it was stuffed with meat and they had a spinach sheet that balanced the meat very well.
Mushroom Crepe was beautifully cooked and it can be a great option for Vegetarian foodies.Service was decent and I saw the waiters were well informed and could guide you if you are confused.
Let's talk about the dessert section. My suggestion, do not leave this place without trying my all time favourite cream-filled Belgian chocolate eclairs. Also ordered their red velvet cupcakes (avoidable), apple pie (not that great), double chocolate pastry (fabulous) & a rainbow pastry (different and it is a huge portion), Macrons (delicious).
Inarguably the best baker in Noida, I am not including the home bakers here (they are also great). Theos Noida is the place to be when you are in Noida. Not to be missed at all.
Address: Theos, Sector 41, Noida
Price : Approx Rs 1,500 for two
PS: (but it goes way beyond that number when you start attacking their pastries)


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"People Like Us" Hang Out Places in Ho Chi Minh City, VIETNAM
I had a writer block today and totally have idea about what I should write for my client. To kill Sunday free time, the idea of sharing about "hang out" places for "People Like Us" in Vietnam came to my mind. I personally will say that Vietnamese, straight or gay really good in balancing their works, family and self entertainment.
When saying about "People Like Us" hang out places, I did not refer to negativity, but mostly towards what they love to do and places where you can find a big crowd of LGBT communities in Vietnam. Some may be easy for foreigner, and many other places maybe need you to go with a native Vietnamese speaker friend if you don't speak "Tieng Viet"
Located about 50 meter from the opposite side of Sherwood Residence at Pasteur Street. This eatery place normally crowded from 8pm till late. Snails, crabs and fried noodle among the quick food to order. Normally guys will gather here for cheaper drink before heading to club. At least, they can get a little bit drunk from bottles of beer here.
At day time, Le Pub maybe a little bit quite and most of the customers are backpackers. The scene will slowly change after 7.00 pm when youngsters will start making a crowd here. With latest Korean hits and US pop song, people can get histeria singing together when their favorite song played. The drink price is relatively affordable for youngsters. Just like in Pasteur street, guys will come here for some drinks or gather with friends before moving to clubs after 12.00 am. Oh! After 12.00 am, the crowd in Le Pub will slowly dismiss.
I think the famous outlet will be in Parkson Huong Vuong Plaza and Queen Ann Building. Well, no surprise to say that this gymnasium is a good place for eye cruising. And, no surprise when young guy come here just to play with their Iphone or Ipad instead of doing their work out routine.
Swimming is a common scene among youngsters especially in Ho Chi Minh City. Instead of common routine in the gym, swimming also a good option for exercising. This pool also a good place to meet and make new friends. Ah! Don't worry, Vietnamese speak good English! Mostly.
Check this place on every early Sunday morning around 7.00 am until 10.00 am. Flawless Vietnamese faces will be your temptation here. They dress well for breakfast, charming smile and always laughing and talking to each other. A good start for a great weekend i guess.
Well, this is one of the centre for everything. I don't really think people will make friend here. Unlike pubs and bar in Thailand, people will come here in a group or couple and normally each people know each other. If you are White, you probably have a higher chance to meet new buddies. This Centro Bar is located next building to the Caravelle Hotel and Lion Brahaus
This place is slightly upmarket. Mostly popular among celebrities, models, professional workers and so called grade A Vietnamese. The drink is very affordable, suitable to the class of the place. Good music for chillaxing with friends over the weekend.
I don't really know how to describe about this place. Was here like twice or thrice. Located at 200 Le Hong Fong Street, District 5. How to get here? From District 1, you will go straight at Hung Vuong Street and turn to the left at Le Hong Phong four junctions. It is about 20meter from the turn next to the Phuong Trang bus pick up to Dalat. It is good to get here from 11.00 pm till early morning. Some guys are going here for more drinks and foods after going to clubs or bars in District 1. A great place to see guys from all walks of life.
If you are looking for places to pamper yourself with good quality services, Nam Spa is really worth for trying. This place is much better than some other places which is dirty, unsafe and bad services.
At first, my mind said that people who are going to this coffee bean are just like wanna go for a dinner event or party. Many of the guys and girl dressed really well. Very eye catchy place for evening resting with friend and enjoying the Coffee Beanie drinks.
Well, just like the Coffee Bean at Metropolitan Building, you can see a lot of "us" here. Mostly youngsters especially after working hours till late. Bigger crowd is expected over the weekend.
This Sinh To or fruit "smoothies" is kind of a scene. I had been here few times during heaty nights in Saigon. The crowd was really unexpected.
Beer and Seafood at Pasteur Street, District 1
Address: Go to Sherwood Residence and walk 50 meter backward of Pasteur Street
Le Pub, Pham Ngu Lao, District 1
175/22 Pham Ngu Lao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City +84.8.3837 7679
|Friends hanging out at Le Pub, Ho Chi Minh City. Photo from FB Le Pub
California Fitness & Yoga Centre
28-30-32 Le Lai Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Telephone: +84.8.6291 5999 Website: www.cfyc.com.vn
|Group work out in California Fitness & Yoga.
Photo from FB California Fitness & Yoga Centre
Lanh Anh Swimming Club, Cach Manh Thang Tam Street, District 10
291 Cach Mang Thang Tam Street, Ward 12, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City
Telephone: +84.8.3862 7144
|Afternoon swimming at Lanh Anh Swimming pool. Photo from Panpages.com.vn
Window Cafe III, Nguyen DInh Chieu Street, District 3
43 Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
|Window Cafe, District 1. Photo from EatingSaigon.com
Centro Bar
Address: 11 - 13 Lam Son Square, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Mobile: +84.8.3827 5946 Facebook: Centrolounge
|Bitch Party at Centro Bar, Ho Chi Minh City. Photo from anyarena.com
2 Lam Son @ Martini Bar
Address: 2 Lam Son Square, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Mobile: +84.8.3824 1234 Website: www.saigon.park.hyatt.com
|Cosy place for chillaxing, the Martini Bar of Park Hyat Saigon
Quan An Ca 3
200 Le Hong Phong Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
|Ca 3, Le Hong Phong Street, Photo from NongDan24g.com
Nam Spa, District 10
FF8, Ba Vi Street, Bac Hai, Ward 15, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City
Telephone: +84.8.6264 9430 www.namspa.net
|Clean and unique interior decor at Nam Spa
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Metropolitan Building, District 1
235 Dong Khoi Street, Metropolitan Building, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Telephone: +84.8.3508 7285
Megastar Cinema, Parkson Huong Vuong Plaza, District 5
126 Hung Vuong Street, 7th Floor,Huong Vuong Plaza, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
Telephone: +84.8.2222 0388 Website: www.megastar.vn
|Youngsters enjoying movie over the weekend. Photo from FB Megastar Cineplex Vietnam
Sinh To at Vo Van Tan, District 1
Address: Opposite to 211-213 Vo Van Tan Street, District 1
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Perfumes emphasise personality, they say a lot about the taste and temperament of the user. Thanks to them you can delight with elegance, intrigue with sensuality or accentuate a go-getting character. A lot depends on finding the right scent and on how we use it.
Choosing scents for time of day and year
The basic rule says to choose light and fresh scents (e.g. fruity or floral) for the day and for the summer. Colder seasons are better suited with heavier scents, oriental, chypre, woody, with musk enveloping with sensuality, and with distinctively smelling flowers. The scent should be chosen also for particular occasions. For an evening out to the theatre or a ball, heavier scents will be better. During the day, at work, delicate floral scents with fruity notes will be more suitable, and men should wear elegant and quite mild compositions, e.g. water, woody, or oriental-floral.
Body or clothes?
Parfum and eau de parfum should be applied directly onto the body. The body warmth will slowly warm up the composition and will allow all the notes to unravel. However, if we cannot spray perfume onto the skin, for example due to an allergy, then apply the scent onto clothes. Just remember not to let the scents mix with one another. Fabrics should always be fresh and clean.
Where to apply?
Neck, wrists, crooks, and neckline – these are the places where the scent will last the longest and will bloom to the fullest. Why? As there blood circulates faster and perfume will be stimulated to spread the most beautiful fragrance notes.
Delicate or strong?
A good way to smell delicately is to spray a cloud of fragrance in front of you and then just jump into it. People who like stronger scents should use perfume with higher fragrance percentage and apply it to the skin where the blood pulsates faster.
Scent empathy
Let's imagine a yoga class where next to us is a lady who smells so intensely that we cannot concentrate.. Or a festive dinner during which the scent of the person sitting next to us is so aggressive that we cannot even enjoy the taste of the food. This is why we always need to remember that even the scent that we absolutely adore, should be used in moderation.
Hair fragrances
Often, women who want to emphasise their exceptional fragrance spray the scent on their hair as well so that they spread the wonderfully scented aura around them with every move of their head. However, alcohol contained in perfumes may seriously damage hair strands, and this is why hair should be perfumed only with special hair fragrances. They will not only give a beautiful scent, but also thanks to nourishing ingredients, will improve hair's condition and make it stronger.
Rubbing in – balm only
You should not rub perfume into the skin. By rubbing it in, you can irritate your epidermis and you will not achieve the desired effect. It's better to use a matching perfumed body balm.
Protect from the sun
After you open the vial, try to use the perfume within a few months. Store it in a cool, dark place. Protect it from exposure to the sun.


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- Formed from magma erupted from a volcano.
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Thank goodness for Wednesdays otherwise I would never update this blog! I'm in a sketchy kind of mood so I'm trolling through the internet looking for a framework or a list or a challenge to underpin a reboot. Feel like getting your scribble on? check out the links below and let's get drawing :)
- Sketchbook Skool (dannygregory.com)
- Why are some people better at drawing than others? (Live Science)
- How to draw people from memory and imagination (youtube)
- Top 10 Draw My Life videos (smosh) and how to make one (wikihow)
- Drawing challenges (Pinterest)