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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4049103935243328127.post6794791791775204886..comments2019-08-20T10:14:25.959-05:00Comments on Exuberant Color : More mottled batiks............Exuberantcolor/Wanda S Hansonhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4049103935243328127.post-47550427535795444692018-03-15T01:04:11.151-05:002018-03-15T01:04:11.151-05:00You do have a stunning collection of mottle batiks...You do have a stunning collection of mottle batiks Wanda, and yes, they are beautiful and I'm hoping you will come up with a quilt to use some of these.Mystic Quilterhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4049103935243328127.post-51374699876860599442018-03-14T11:41:52.108-05:002018-03-14T11:41:52.108-05:00Lovely batiks in your stash. I too love the mottle...Lovely batiks in your stash. I too love the mottled ones! There seem to be many of us who enjoy petting our beautiful fabrics.

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Kathi H (email@example.com)kadybhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4049103935243328127.post-58007151035107383192018-03-14T11:16:30.735-05:002018-03-14T11:16:30.735-05:00Your last comment made me grin. Even though my st...Your last comment made me grin. Even though my stash is just a baby compared to yours, it still creates the same feelings of pleasure in me. Creating with color is SO MUCH FUN!Janice Holtonhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4049103935243328127.post-82752916225990234192018-03-14T07:28:41.186-05:002018-03-14T07:28:41.186-05:00I LOVE your last paragraph! I feel the same way ab...I LOVE your last paragraph! I feel the same way about my stash! When I start opening my boxes while looking for something specific, I am always overcome with pleasure at all that I have at my fingertips! I really do feel like I have my own fabric store!EYSchmitthttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4049103935243328127.post-91589924316734319582018-03-14T04:08:05.413-05:002018-03-14T04:08:05.413-05:00Beautiful batiks. Can't wait to see how these...Beautiful batiks. Can't wait to see how these are transformed. Kerryhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4049103935243328127.post-5582662202810177352018-03-14T00:01:35.796-05:002018-03-14T00:01:35.796-05:00Can you imagine creating those batiks, the color...Can you imagine creating those batiks, the colors swirling, bubbling, and blending together,into such a beautiful pieces of fabric, it is quite a process in itself. And you picked the best of the best.

JJMJJMhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4049103935243328127.post-76850379970413253142018-03-13T22:01:57.885-05:002018-03-13T22:01:57.885-05:00What fun it must be to look through your stash! T...What fun it must be to look through your stash! Those batiks are gorgeous! When you buy batiks, do you usually buy a yard, half yard? Cathihttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4049103935243328127.post-37348193909655628362018-03-13T08:37:13.017-05:002018-03-13T08:37:13.017-05:00I love your favorite too. I was going through my ...I love your favorite too. I was going through my stash yesterday too. I know I have way too much but I love it all.Hedy Hahnhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4049103935243328127.post-29226047355460084572018-03-13T08:33:22.402-05:002018-03-13T08:33:22.402-05:00I love those batiks those are the kind I get when ...I love those batiks those are the kind I get when I get someKaren - Quilts...etc.https://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4049103935243328127.post-32019601941152361222018-03-13T07:12:48.068-05:002018-03-13T07:12:48.068-05:00It is good to have a stash that makes you happy an...It is good to have a stash that makes you happy and gives you joy! Those mottled batiks are stunning! patty a.https://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4049103935243328127.post-15310749451499246332018-03-13T06:41:04.606-05:002018-03-13T06:41:04.606-05:00What gorgeous colours you have in your batik colle...What gorgeous colours you have in your batik collection. Loved your last statement - made me smile. We have sunshine today, no wind or snow, slowly getting milder. Some of my Daffs are now in flower in the front tub - surely Spring must be here by now? :)
ps- just checked and it was officially March 20th - first I've heard about it haha....Lesley Gilberthttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4049103935243328127.post-13846873200072058112018-03-13T06:40:55.093-05:002018-03-13T06:40:55.093-05:00Petting the fabric and admiring each piece is just...Petting the fabric and admiring each piece is just the best relaxing and peaceful activity we need after a stressful day. No decisions, no precision, no conversation, no travel necessary. Sally Langston Warrenhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4049103935243328127.post-21521261729688974352018-03-13T06:23:21.196-05:002018-03-13T06:23:21.196-05:00I am reminded of one of my favorite quotes from yo...I am reminded of one of my favorite quotes from your blog: "I didn't do any sewing today, just petted some fabric." So much of the fabric I buy these days will go unused, but--like you--I enjoy petting it!!!!Sharon W.https://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4049103935243328127.post-18507318362634971552018-03-13T05:01:53.526-05:002018-03-13T05:01:53.526-05:00Ha, ha- entertainment! I can use that. I don't...Ha, ha- entertainment! I can use that. I don't have cable, so I can say I have fabric to sort through. I would always rather make something, be planning on making something, or prepping to make something. Now I can say I am in entertainment. Thanks for the smile early in the morning.Linda Swanekamphttps://firstname.lastname@example.com


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Last week reports in Spanish radio station Onda Cero claimed that PSG may be forced to sell one of their most highly rated assets before the European transfer deadline to avoid Financial Fair Play sanctions.
The Ligue 1 side bought Neymar for a world record fee of €222 million last season and followed that up with a €180 million transfer of Kylian Mbappe, which was a loan agreement but has raised suspicion.
This brought the futures of Kylian Mbappe and Neymar in doubt, amidst the reported interest from Real Madrid.
However, UEFA president, Aleksander Ceferin, says the decision on whether PSG violated FFP rules will not be concluded before the end of the European transfer window shuts.
"The decision regarding PSG will be made later. It's not true that Real Madrid are waiting on the decision," he told Ekipa newspaper in his homeland of Slovenia.
Ceferin then went on to deny the recent claims that VAR will be implemented in the 2018/19 UEFA Champions League knock-out stages.
"I am still not convinced by VAR," he said. "There are things that are still not clear.
"Who decides to see VAR? The video ref or the main referee? People don't understand it and neither do journalists.
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Sunday August 18, 2019
A difficult boss may personify in different forms – inconsistencey, bullying, backstabbing or unprofessional. In any case, dealing with them is a real challenge, that too without losing your steam. But, taming them is not very difficult. Here are a few strategies to adjust to the difficult boss:
Be proactive – Think of a behavior pattern that makes you irritated about your boss. Develop a plan that would help you to deal with the situation. Anticipating the behavior pattern from your boss and having an action plan ready would help to keep the situation cool. If you see the bad behavior, you will have your action plan with you and if on the other hand, the boss expresses good behaviour, appreciate and reinforce the same. Always be positive in your approach and be confident. Any person with a plan against you will get the feeling that you are not intimidated by his/her presence or behavior.
Prepare your response – Since you have learnt to anticipate the bad behavior pattern in your boss, it is easy to plan your responses too. You can practice delivering them too, if needed. Statements like 'it is de-motivating' may help to prove your point. You also have to prepare for fallout when you stand up against a difficult boss. It is possible that he/she may single you out in the group for putting your point forward.
Be professional in your approach – If you plan to register a complaint against your boss to higher authorities, do follow the proper procedures in the organization. Never lose your patience or end up in a difficult argument when you plan to do so. Be straight forward and professional in your approach and keep your cool.
Be persistent in your efforts – It is difficult to change a person overnight. It requires persistent efforts from your side and hence be prepared for a long fight. When you are persistent, your colleagues also may join you in your efforts to stand up against the difficult boss.


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It's funny how some dates will forever stand out in your mind, no matter how many lifetimes or relationships ago. So is the case with July 6th, when I walked down the aisle to the man who I would call my family for the next 17 years.
When I glanced at the time on my iPhone and saw the date, which was 26 years ago today (gulp), all its wonder and heartache, came rushing back to me. J, which I affectionately called him, and I got married on the Oregon Coast. It was always our place and our dog, Pup's, too. Every birthday and anniversary was spent here and a few long weekends a year. So when we stumbled upon St. Mary's By the Sea on a long walk the weekend of his 23rd birthday in Rockaway Beach, we decided that would be the place we'd tie the knot. How could we resist the little chapel that sat along the shore?
We got engaged a few months later in Spokane, Washington in Manito Park's Duncan Garden. Oly, my family's Cocker Spaniel, was with me the moment that J got down on one knee. That moment kicked off a year of celebrations before the big day, which followed two of my older sisters getting married that summer. Both of us got very caught up in the idea of getting married—the wedding, that is, and all that came along with it.
There were showers, bachelorette parties, picking out my dress, cake, entertainment and flowers. Then there was the daily excitement of the UPS truck pulling up with wedding gifts. Sounds so damn silly now, not to mention very materialistic and a distant reflection of who I am today, but back then, we felt like royalty with all of the building excitement and attention. It became all about the wedding instead of an actual impending marriage.
The 24-year old would have told you that I loved J very much and that I was ready. Back then in the early 1990s, especially in my circle, it was pretty much expected that after college, you settled down and had a family. Knowing now how much you change in your 20s, I wonder what was our damn hurry. I had so much to still learn about relationships, myself and all that marriage entails.
The 50-year-old in me now knows that I spent a lot more time thinking about leaving my marriage than I ever did about actually getting married.
When you get engaged, what do people always want to talk about most? After first asking to see your ring, they want to know where the wedding will be, where are you spending your honeymoon, and when are you going to have kids.
In fact, it's a lot like having kids. No one tells you how hard it can be at times and all the sacrifices that you'll make. Like planning a wedding, many of us get as caught up in being pregnant and making that big announcement, rather than actually raising kids for the rest of our lives.
No one who's already married or been married asks you about all the real stuff. No one says, "What will you two do if you're aren't able to have children? Will you adopt or have a time limit on how long you naturally try to conceive? How do you feel about prioritizing sex and making date nights? What happens if your spouse loses his job and goes into a long depression—how will you handle that? How will you deal with finances and agree to work out arguments?" And so on.
I know a lot of couples that had pre-martial counseling where you can talk about these situations that could come up in your marriage. I'm not sure why J and I didn't. We never chose not to, and to be fair, at 24 years old, even if someone older and married had brought any of these life subjects up to me, who's to say I would have listened? Or much less thought long and hard about it, like I do now, as a wiser woman who knows she could have handled things much better. Back then, though, I was too caught up in the idea of all of it.
Ours was a great friendship, first and foremost that began the night of the 1988 Presidential election. I returned from a party on the University of Portland campus to my dorm and found J sitting by himself watching TV in the third floor lounge. I asked him how Mike Dukakis was doing, to which he answered with a shrug, "Not good."
That evening began a series of great chats we'd have in the TV lounge. J had just moved on campus for his senior year. His engineering scholarship paid only for his tuition, so he saved up every summer to finally live on campus, he said, "to meet a girl." And that was me.
We couldn't have been more different. He was an engineer, who was quiet and reserved, and loved "Star Trek" and video games. I was a writer, who was outgoing and chatty, and loved football and movies. Yet we always found many shared topics to chat about for hours. And we laughed a lot. The friendship turned into dinners and movies out and eventually we took day trips that evolved into weekend getaways to the Oregon Coast.
As Norah Ephron so perfectly captured in "When Harry Met Harry," we were friends for a long time before we became lovers. And that friendship kept us together through many years of heartache and struggle when most couples probably would have given up a long time before. This observation is not meant to be a compliment about us. It's more of a reflection on why I had such a hard time letting go, long after I—we—should have. But whenever I felt like I couldn't stay any longer, I'd ask myself, "But how do you say goodbye to your family?"
After many years of fertility struggles and losing our baby, no reason to stay eventually became a reason to go. That didn't make it any less heartbreaking to say goodbye to the man that I planned to have a family and future with and had made vows to.
I've always said that if you're a couple who wants to have children but can't, then you need to be a really strong couple. And that still stands after the kids are all grown up, and some couples aren't happy with their relationships. I can't tell you how many times a good guy or girlfriend has told me, "I don't know what we'll do together when the kids are gone." Or "We have kids together, so what am I supposed to do?"
As much as I love children and still ache for my own, I would have gladly stayed in a marriage—a family of two if we had been a strong couple. If I wasn't going to have children, I wanted to travel and go after other dreams and experiences that I wouldn't have been able to do if I had kids. That's how I felt the first few years that passed after we lost our child. Now I realize that what I really wanted and needed at that time was my husband to take over the lead and say, "Fuck all this, babe! Pregnancy is so overrated. Let's just adopt or hell, let's save up and go buy a baby! Our dream to have a family is not over."
I had taken the lead in so many aspects of our relationship with the fertility treatments and getting pregnant topping the list. When the doctor told us that our baby was no longer alive at almost five months along, I literally said out loud through tears running down my face, "I'm done. I can't do this anymore."
That's when I desperately wanted J to take over. When he didn't, I realized that I was done with all of it.
Trust me when I say, I have no doubt that J's list of what he wanted me to do and say then would have been equally just. I'm sure he wanted me to say, "Well, the silver lining to all of this is that we can actually start having sex again for other reasons than to conceive at the right time of the month. Or better yet, start having more sex, period."
"I still love you, J, and want our little family of us."
"I know that I've spent a lot of energy and focus on this part of our lives. Now it's time to spend that on us and you."
I could go on and on all these years later because I see his needs and perspective in a way that I couldn't back then. My heart was broken, too.
We must love and give whole-heartedly in a way that a person feels free, acknowledged and loved for all they do right. We don't marry ourselves, so why do we always think that our partner should say and do things like we do?
People always want to know after your divorce what happened, what made you decide to finally call it quits? Anyone who is married or has been knows that it's never just one thing. Just as any woman will tell you that after years of trying, once she was finally done, she was all done.
The only thing I can say with sure certainty is that I'd be a lot better wife the second time around. I've told J this many times and have apologized for my part in the breakdown of our marriage. As Maya Angelou once said, "Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better."
I haven't seen J in almost eight years, which still kind of blows my mind. We text every once in awhile on birthdays and holidays and texted when the Seahawks won the Super Bowl. He was the first one I heard from that day. On our anniversary, I texted him that he was on my mind and that I hoped he was happy. We texted for about 20 minutes and when we were done, I found these pics above—a little collage from that day 26 years ago at the Coast and our life with our babies, Pup and The Babe. Then I sent one more text, which read:
"I'm writing stories about my life at 50. You were a huge part of mine. So many lessons learned and things I would have done differently. Thank you for sharing those years with me and our babies, J."
Today, I'm embracing my chosen family more and more. The people who I choose to have a seat at the table. Not everyone is meant to sit at our table for life, and chances are if you love hard, as I do, your heart will be broken more than once along the way. And some wounds, such as a loss of a child and your forever dream, will always leave a void that no one or other dream can fill. And that's OK.
Our salvation lies not in the heartache of loss or in the people who no longer have a seat at our table. My salvation lies in all of my unanswered prayers and the people and pets who unexpectedly and effortlessly came into my life, and who I now call my chosen family. They have a seat for life and God willing for my baby girl, my dog, Belle, for as long as possible.


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Volume 32 offers a bountiful amount of new, budding girls for Girlfriends Films' pack of cougars to stalk, seduce and devour. "Lesbian Seductions Older/Younger: Volume 32" features Jamey Jane, Shyla Jennings, Annabelle Lee, Haley Cummings, Cindy, Persia Monir, Veronica Avluv and Mellanie Monroe.
To view the "Lesbian Seductions Older/Younger: Volume 32" trailer, cover and photo stills, visit GirlfriendsFilms.com.
According to the studio, the seductions begin when housekeeper Cindy administers a spanking to bratty Jamey Jane. Jamey threatens to have Cindy fired, but Cindy's experienced tongue can be very persuasive. Veronica Avluv and Mellanie Monroe catch their young wards Shyla Jennings and Haley Cummings naively fooling around. Spotting a golden opportunity, Veronica takes it upon herself to instruct innocent Shyla in the arts of pleasing a woman. In the next room, Mellanie is hard at work bumping and grinding with Haley in a lesson plan of their own. Diligent student Annabelle Lee is plowing through a paper when Persia Monir convinces her to take a study break and plow into something a bit sweeter.
"The series is an intricate guidebook in the art of seduction," said Moose, vice president of girlfriends films. "With thirty-two volumes, 'Lesbian Seductions' is our second longest running series. Its devoted consumer base fills our forum walls with messages of support and excitement for every new release. In order to continually please them, we demand that each addition to the series is filled with even more passion and heat than its predecessor."
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This month the hoppers with the SOTM Blog Hop are showing you artwork featuring Post Card Perfect so you can be inspired to get your own kit and celebrate the month of May!
We only have 17 creative consultants hopping this go 'round so you'll gain lots of inspiration in a short period of time!
If you've come from Michelle's Blog, you're on the right track...keep on hopping 'till you get back to where you started!
Here's a look at one of the cards I made with the paper packet and the Thin Cuts - Block Alphabet...
-------------------------------------------------To get the dimension on the letters, I cut 2 additional layers of the word ALOHA using cardstock then adhered them all in stacking fashion. In the top photo, it appears because of the shadows to be a whole lot of dimension but you can tell here it's a very subtle difference...
-----------------------------------------------How about that shimmer on the word ALOHA...I used our Bashful Shimmer Brush
There are 3 kit options with this special and it's only good for the month of May so hurry on over to my website to purchase the kit that's right for you!
Thanks for stopping by...you'll head on over to Gina's Blog and see what she has to share! Don't forget to leave some lover along the way and brighten someone's day.
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Greg Hardy will start the Carolina Panthers' home opener Sunday against the Detroit Lions with no new developments in his domestic violence case.
Hardy missed practice Wednesday to meet with his attorney, but Coach Ron Rivera announced the decision to start Hardy on Friday after the defensive end practiced for a second straight day. Hardy was convicted July 15 of assault on a female and communicating threats, but is appealing.
The team's franchise player, Hardy has not been suspended by the NFL or the Panthers despite his conviction following an altercation with his ex-girlfriend at his apartment in March.
The league has stated it is waiting to see what happens in a jury trial set for Nov. 17 in Charlotte.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown has been fined $8,268 by the NFL for his kick to the face of Cleveland Browns punter Spencer Lanning last Sunday. Brown was returning a punt when he tried to leap over Lanning, but instead smacked him in the facemask with his cleat. The move drew an unnecessary roughness penalty on Brown.
Chicago safety Chris Conte was fined $22,050 for making helmet-to-helmet contact with Buffalo wide receiver Robert Woods. New York Jets linebacker Calvin Pace was docked $16,537 for a roughing the passer hit on Oakland quarterback Derek Carr. New England's Chandler Jones and Dont'a Hightower, and Washington's Jarvis Jenkins received the same fine for similar infractions.
The Redskins' Bashaud Breeland was fined $16,537 for a horse-collar tackle on Houston's Andre Johnson.
Kansas City Chiefs right tackle Jeff Allen had surgery on his right elbow and will miss the rest of the season, the latest blow to a team already ravaged by injuries and suspensions. ... The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' defensive front suffered a major loss when starting left end Adrian Clayborn was placed on season-ending injured reserve with a biceps injury. ...
The Green Packers won't know until Saturday whether injured right tackle Bryan Bulaga will be available for their home opener against the Jets. ... The San Diego Chargers could face the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday without key cornerback Brandon Flowers. Flowers didn't practice on Friday with a groin injury, after being limited on Thursday. ...
The CBS debut broadcast of "Thursday Night Football" was seen by more than 20 million viewers, the network said. CBS earlier said its broadcast with the NFL Network of the Steelers and Ravens had an overnight household rating of 13.7, which more than doubled the first non-opener Thursday night game last season. Last year, Thursday night games were shown only on the NFL Network.


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Feed Prices and Delivery Prices -
there is no cart set up for these feeds to be ordered online, all orders must be called into Jennifer Parrish at 309-945-2437 or it can be emailed to email@example.com you will be billed via paypal for feed and delivery if I am delivering, this will need to be paid before I will order it to be milled.
These are the current feed prices for the week of ??? these prices all need to be updated as things have changed in them and new feeds and such.
you may check other delivery options as i will not be doing long deliveries, unless it is to shows and will only be able to carry limited amounts there.
There will be a delivery charge with just the truck being used of $1.00/loaded mile within 3 hours one way trip from the mill or home location
feed needing to be shipped and transported can be done so by transporters or we will charge per mile and depends on the miles being driven and days and hours on the road. will be charged on a case per case basis.
These are all pelleted feeds with the daily requirements of Vitamins and minerals for all stages of life if fed at the recommended levels. to save on Copper boluses, BOSE shots, and other injections you may be giving, this will help save on those costs for you.
Complete Feeds also can be mixed with these ingredients below:
You can add Oats, Barley, Roasted Beans, Beet Pulp, Corn, Alfalfa Pellets, BOSS, or whatever other feed ingredient you want to add to increase the Protein and energy for your needs if you wish to add anything to it, some do and some don't add anything, just feed the pellets and hay and get along just fine, depending on what needs you have and if you raise them for show ring, commercial dairy or meat goat farm, or what ever your needs is a ration can be balanced for you with the pellets and those ingredients you want to use.
for adding in addition ingredients making them complete feeds, please plan on $50-$250 above ton cost, this will need to be ordered on ton basis.
PNP Goat Feed MEPR20DE + AMAFERM (18% Medicated- High energy, High Protein) - 50# bag ( will need to be ordered by the ton) -ALWAYS IN STOCK
Specialized Goat Feed for Nursing or Lactating does, with higher energy and higher protein, contains ammonium chloride
The price per ton is $640 + delivery
The price per ton is $640 + delivery
PNP Goat Feed MEPDE + Amaferm (18% medicated)(needs ordered in ton mixes)
Specialized feed for dry does, bucks, and growing kids.
Price per ton is $590 + delivery
Price per ton is $590 + delivery
PNP Goat COMPLETE GOAT FEED- NON MEDICATED DAIRY RATION
Specialized Goat Feed for all stages of production and life. contains ammonium chloride.
The price per ton is $650 + delivery
The price per ton is $650 + delivery
PNP Goat Feed R20DE+ AMAFERM (16% Medicated) - 50#bag (will have to be ordered by the ton)
Specialized goat feed for all stages of production and life, contains ammonium chloride
The price per ton is $580 + delivery
The price per ton is $580 + delivery
Club Lamb 17 ( can be ordered in any bag quantity)
Club Lamb Feed, This feed can be ordered in any bag amount.
Sheep Supplement
Supplement for all ages and stages of life for sheep, this can be ordered in any bag amount.
All Cattle Minerals & Supplements are mixed to the farms and vary in price depending on ingredients
all minerals for cattle are formulated to the farm and the feed stuffs being fed by the producer, so prices will vary to the needs of each producer. $800-$2000/ ton depending on the mineral or supplement is what it will cost.
This needs to be ordered in 1/2 Ton batches at the minimum.
This needs to be ordered in 1/2 Ton batches at the minimum.


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Events for October 8, 2018
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"Jesus" at Sight & Sound Day Trip
Join the Mount Vernon SDA church on Monday October 8, 2018 (Columbus Day) to see "Jesus" at Sight and Sound. Jesus is the musical stage adventure about the most famous person to ever walk the earth, and the everyday people whose lives he changed forever. Buses will depart the church at 6:30am To reserve your seat contact: Winsome Dyer-Anthony: 914-668-5804 Sharon Stainrod: 914 409 3954 Sister Beverly Rowe: (914) 400-5289 Cost: Adults $160.00, Teens $135.00 Cost includes: transportation, all you can eat lunch, admission to the show, breakfast, snacks and time to shop at the outlet mall. Find out more »


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Jonathan leads the healthcare sector for our London office, developing and directing local and international projects. He believes passionately in the power of thoughtful creative design to enrich and empower human experience in complex socially purposed buildings.
Jonathan has led a wide range of projects including, clinics, community centers, mental health units, research facilities and large tertiary hospitals. His experience includes both public and private sector clients, strategic masterplanning, new-build and remodelling. He has worked in advisory roles on major PFI/PPP developments.
His Bluestone mental health unit at Craigavon in Northern Ireland won the award for the best mental health unit in the Building Better Health Awards. Jonathan is known as a keen architectural critic through published reviews and articles, and as a speaker at healthcare events and conferences. He has also served on various advisory bodies.


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Property ID : 810
For Sale 330,000€ - Apartment
Property Description
3 bedroom Apartment in El Madroñal
Tenerife Property Group in conjunction with our collaborating agents have just been asked to market this fabulous 3 bedroom penthouse apoartment on Brisas del Mar in El Madroñal. This gorgeous property is being sold part furnished and consists of a massive 113 m2 of living accommodation, comprising of independant kitchen, spacious lounge, 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathroom ( one being en-suite ) off the main lounge there is a small 7m2 terrace with a spiral staircase which leads to an amazing 117m2 rooftopp terrace with a wooden pergola and bar-b-que from this gorgeous rooftop position you have superb sea and mountain views,. Being sold with 2 private parking spaces and a storage room… PRICE NOW 330,000€
- 2 private parking spaces and store-room
- Penthouse apartment with superb sea and mountain views
- Community charges of 141€ p.m
- Approx 1.5 km from the Playa Fanabe beaches.PRICE NOW JUST 330
- Exterior size = 125 m2 ( 7m2 & 118m2 )
- Interior size = 113 m2
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- Elevators To All Floor Levels
- 2 community swimming pools
- Sold fully furnished with quality items


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Did I ever tell you how I love hanging out with my husband and my hairdresser?
Yesterday, they were filming some videos for their cosmetology continuing education website, and I just happened to need my hair cut & colored, so I was the 'model'.
I know, I know... I am living the glamorous life.
Have you ever tried to sit in a chair or at a shampoo bowl (and back & forth) for THREE HOURS without talking, heckling the other hairdressers in the salon, or making any dorky facial expressions because you it is being filmed?
It could have been the fumes from all of the chemicals, I suppose, but my head was killing me by the time I left.
But, when I did, I looked like this.
Heck, if I looked like this, I certainly wouldn't be spending my time blogging and doing all of the other non-glamorous things in my life --- I would be on the runway, baby! However, this is the color I was going for.
No REAL after pictures {yet}. Seems there was a technical snafu of sorts (and then a lot of name calling by my husband).
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Ahhh, and yes, here we are again. The infamous brown voting bar.
I never win anything. Never have. Not a sporting event. Not a prize. One time, about 11 years ago, I received the "Employee of the Month" Award at work, and come to think of it, I have not seen that darn glass award here in my office for months, so that may have been taken away in the end.
My point is, I am a loser with it comes to competition of any sort. So, vote for me, won't you? Out of thousands, you have gotten me up to #55 on the narcissistic TopMommyBlogs.com. Third page. While I know that already makes me a winner (in my own mind), I would like to be on page 1 (#1-25) or page 2 (#26-50). Clickety-click-click, every day! So close!


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WASHINGTON (AP) � With a showdown vote looming, Democrats are resisting Republican appeals for a broad compromise on financial overhaul legislation and are eager to test whether GOP unity will crack in an anti-Wall Street political climate.
The top negotiators on the regulatory bill � Democratic Sen. Christopher Dodd and Republican Sen. Richard Shelby � professed to be close to a deal during a joint appearance on NBC�s �Meet the Press.�
But Shelby conceded that �inches sometimes are miles,� and the two did not hold a negotiating session yesterday.
Appearing this morning on a network news show, Shelby said, �I don�t believe we�ll have a deal today.�
The legislation is the most sweeping effort to rein in financial institutions since the Great Depression. Aimed at avoiding a recurrence of the near collapse of the financial system in 2008, it would create a mechanism for liquidating large firms that get into trouble, set up a council to detect systemwide financial threats and establish a consumer protection agency to police lending. The legislation also would require derivatives, blamed for helping precipitate the meltdown, to be traded in open exchanges.
The House already passed its version of the legislation.
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell on Friday blocked Democrats� efforts to bring the bill up for debate, setting up a vote today that will require 60 votes to move ahead. McConnell and Shelby said yesterday that without a deal with Dodd, all 41 Republican senators would vote to stall the start of debate. Shelby said a deal in time for the vote was unlikely.
Rep. Darrell Issa said today that 41 �no� votes by Senate Republicans �is a yes vote to more comprehensive reform, more balanced reform.�
Speaking on CBS�s �The Early Show,� the California Republican said the bill the Democrats want to advance in the Senate does not go far enough to restrain mortgage housing giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, which lost billions in bad loans.
But public sentiment was not working in favor of Republicans, as it did to some extent during the health care debate. Public opinion is leaning toward more regulation of large financial institutions, and a Securities and Exchange Commission lawsuit alleging fraud by Goldman Sachs has added the cloud of scandal to Wall Street.
Yesterday, Dodd, D-Conn., agreed to toughen his overarching bill with stronger rules on derivatives, including one that had drawn objections from the Obama administration, said a Democratic official familiar with the negotiations. Dodd entered into a tentative deal with Agriculture Committee Chairwoman Blanche Lincoln, D-Ark., to incorporate her committee�s derivatives provisions into the broader regulatory legislation. At least two Republicans � Sens. Charles Grassley of Iowa and Olympia Snowe of Maine � are on record supporting Lincoln�s derivatives package.
Derivatives are the complex securities blamed for helping precipitate the 2008 Wall Street crisis.
One of the most sweeping of Lincoln�s restrictions would require banks to spin off their derivatives business into subsidiaries with a separate source of capital. Large banks fiercely opposed the provision. The administration has called for banks to end trading in speculative securities but not to jettison operations that create derivatives markets for clients.
In another attempt to attract Republicans, Democrats appeared willing to jettison from the bill a $50 billion fund � funded by large banks � that would have been used to liquidate failing firms once considered �too big to fail.� The fund has been one of the main targets of GOP criticism.
Democrats said the time had come to move on with the bill. �Are we going to start the debate, or are we going to shut it down and continue negotiating, negotiating, negotiating?� Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, asked on ABC�s �This Week� yesterday.
For now, Republicans are using the only leverage they have � the threat of 41 unified votes � to seek a bigger GOP imprint on the bill.
The impasse reflects differences over how to contain large, interconnected financial firms and how to liquidate them when they fail. But Democrats and Republicans also differed on how to protect consumers and how to set limits on exotic instruments such as derivatives.


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A jewel on the Italian Riviera.
Manarola is one of five villages that make up the Cinque Terre in Northern Italy.
It's the perfect base to explore the surrounding area from and is connected by rail, ferries and walking trails to the rest of the Cinque Terre and beyond.
The little harbour is stunning; the famous "lover's walk" to Riomaggiore scenic and easy; the gelateria is full of creamy delights and the restaurants are plentiful and delicious.
Love the Cinque Terre, and especially love Manarola.
Safe Travels
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The Fry family spent Saturday at the Bite of Broadview with the Gallagher family. We ate, we drank, we did art projects, we rode the rides. We did the velcro wall.
Month: September 2012
French Fry
Kristine and I volunteered to organize Henry's kindergarten class creation of an item to sell at this year's St. Joe auction. You'll have to wait to see the final product, but we can tell you the project involved getting 19 kindergarteners dressed up as Frenchmen for a photoshoot. Ruby agreed to help us get set up. Somehow I get the sense she's done this before.
Cross Country!
Today was a completely new experience for every member of the Fry Family Quartet: it was our first-ever cross country meet. We didn't quite know what to expect – beyond the fact that Henry would be running a half mile. Which he did quite quickly. There were thousands of kids, and the scene was a bit chaotic. 45 minutes of waiting was followed by a 4-minute race, was followed by a trip to Baskin Robbins for ice cream.
Go Big Red
Great day of Husker cheering today. Nebraska 73, Idaho State 7. GBR!
Sunday. Hot. Soccer. Tired. Baskin Robbins. Cold. Sugar. Happy. Sunday.
Mountain Adventure
On Saturday I took the kids up to Cle Elum to visit my friend Casey and introduce them to the artist who painted their portraits. Casey's neighbor, Jim – who was operating a backhoe – instantly turned a boring drive with dad into a mountain adventure. Henry and Ruby got to dig a big hole with a real backhoe! The list of life skills continues to grow.
St. Joseph vs. St. Bernadette
Today was Henry's first-ever soccer game. The kids did a lot better than I thought they would. For the most part, they kicked the ball in the right direction; and they all seemed to be into it for the entire game (four 10-minute quarters). They don't keep score at this age, but both teams seemed to score about the same number of goals. Henry looked pretty good out there. His cheering squad did pretty well, too.


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Travelers' Choice Destinations on the Rise, is the coveted recognition with which TripAdvisor awarded the best 2018 Emerging Destinations. This year the prize arrives at the VI edition.
Through a cross-examination of the votes and reviews of the travelers on the well-known portal, and of the booking interest, the positive increase year on year was measured. Destinations from all over the world have been taken into consideration; a lot of data to say the least impressive! In addition to the European and world ranking of the 2018 Emerging Destinations, the Top Ten has also been drawn up for Asia, the United States and South America.
The gold medal, worldwide, went to Ishigaki, in southern Japan. Of the beautiful city, in particular, you can appreciate the beautiful beaches, the clean water and the splendid temples and sanctuaries. Place of honor for Kapaain Hawaii. In the small town, dominated by Mount Nounou, many hotels, restaurants, shopping areas, activities and water sports are concentrated. Nairobi, Kenya, closes the podium.
Compared to last year, Europe registers some improvement, bringing 4 city, instead of only one, in the TOP 10
Here is the Top Ten World of Emerging 2018 Destinations:
10 - Casablanca, Morocco.
09 - Nerja, Spain
08 - Rovinj, Croatia
07 - Riga, Latvia
06 - San Jose, Costa Rica
05 - Gdansk, Poland
04 - Halifax, Nova Scotia
03 - Nairobi, Kenya
02 - Kapaa, Hawaii
01 - Ishigaki, Japan
Eastern European destinations are proving particularly growing. Many cities, are adapting to the growing demand, with accommodation facilities from the excellent quality / price ratio. The Polish Gdansk, gains the European record as best emerging 2018 destination. They follow, Riga, in Latvia and Rovinj, in Croatia. Just the latter, like Spain, manages to place two cities in the first 10. Symptom that, from the point of view of tourism, the country is registering decisive steps forward.
Here is the European Top Ten of the 2018 Emerging Destinations:
10 - Nuremberg, Germany
09 - Valletta, Malta.
08 - Cadiz, Spain.
07 - Ljubljana, Slovenia.
06 - Zagreb, Croatia.
05 - Catania, Italy.
04 - Nerja, Spain
03 - Rovinj, Croatia
02 - Riga, Latvia
01 - Gdansk, Poland


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This is great energy savings that can work in your home?
The EPA has acknowledged geothermal systems as the most energy-efficient, environmentally clean, and cost-effective space conditioning systems available.
The word geothermal comes from Greek words meaning 'Earth' (geo) and 'heat' (thermos).
The ground beneath our feet is warmer than the outside air in the winter and cooler in the summer. We will insert a series of small pipes into the ground and it allows the heat to transfer to your home. The heat is transferred and it has fewer fuels burned and it saves you money.
Did you know that you can save up to 80% on your heating and cooling bill with a geothermal unit?
In fact, you can save up to 80% a year in and year out when you switch from a traditional HVAC system to a geothermal heating and cooling system. This unit will pay for its self quickly just from the amount of money you will save on your utility bills.
The geothermal heating and cooling systems will take the heat of summer from your home and transfers it to the underground where it is then absorbed by the cooler earth. During the winter the geothermal heating will keep your house very cozy. The heat from the ground is transferred to the inside of the house. Geothermal provides reliable indoor comfort all year long.
The EPA has acknowledged geothermal systems as the most energy-efficient, environmentally clean, and cost-effective space conditioning systems available.
According to the website Our Energy, "when it comes to efficiency geothermal energy is 48% more efficient than gas furnaces and even 75% more efficient than oil furnaces". Not only that geothermal heating system heats the house but it cools it as well and operates very quietly.
Actions anyone can take to reduce home's energy use:


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So you've decided to offshore your web design services and human resources consulting to the Philippines – so, what's next? It is very crucial to always keep in mind that, in managing a growing business – or any kind of venture you are trying to build – it's never enough to just create a list of company policies, assign tasks and duties to your staff, and expect productivity at the end of the day. In order for policies to be followed strictly but willingly, there must be an inert culture that binds you and your people.
At this point, we'll talk about the practical and efficient methods you must follow. We encourage you to also practice them if you have an offshore partner catering to your demands. The practices in this article will assist you in developing a strong bond between you and your staff, which will result in a more solid internal culture that promotes both efficiency and productivity.
After taking that calculated jump into the outsourcing venture, you have two teams to focus on, and the other one is headquartered in another nation. As a boss, you must have a very detailed mindset of your designated individuals with your partner company located abroad – especially if you plan to work with them in the long run.
Only choose the people you can trust. This applies in particular to those who have proven themselves in both work efficiency and have shown beyond satisfactory end results – to lead your offshore team. This will make sure of a smoother flow in terms of productivity, which results from the efficiency of the departments or services you have assigned to your offshore team.
However, it doesn't matter how productive or intelligent your staff is, not everyone is born to lead or be a leader. You must be very wise when it comes to selecting who leads your offshore teams.
You have to be really mindful when it comes to collaborating with your partner company you have built far from home. You need to assign someone who is loyal, trustworthy, effective in handling challenges, and, if possible, one with firsthand experience in managing foreign operations. Let's say, if there are some issues with logistics and supply chain, you can be assured that the person you've assigned can resolve them soonest while being compliant at the same time.
This must be on top of the priority list of your organization's protocols. If your staff does not work together as one, they will not be able to give your company the best possible results. It is also crucial to create training modules and sessions that will bring out the full potential of your people.
One very effective method for building teamwork is to have an open-door policy between staff, management and departments. When it comes to collaborative effort, a boss who is there to genuinely listen and help his or her crew can do wonders.


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My mother told me that when I was small I insisted on seeing my baby cousin alone. They let me but spied on me and said that I was asking him to tell me about the angels because I was forgetting. He couldn't speak however because he couldn't talk yet.
Another time I was hit by a car there was an incredible whack and I was sent sailing through the air losing my shoes in the process. It was when I was 13 and I remember being out of my body, stood to one side. I had a life review which was like a speeded up film rushing by. I also saw my mother at home in the garden unaware that anything was wrong. I remember thinking how my parents would be so upset if I died.


text: Just a few months ago, legendary aircraft carrier, the USS Saratoga, which played a key role in the Cuban Missile Crisis, and the Vietnam and Gulf wars was sold for one-cent and sent to the scrap yard to be dismantled. It's yet another sad example of how we are losing important pieces of our military history. "It's emotional in that we who served on the Saratoga feel that our "surrogate mother" is passing from our lives," Sammy King,secretary of the USS Saratoga Association said. "We owe her a lot. We went aboard as "snot-nosed kids and left as men. Some of us are very sad and some are very angry".


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I've awoken the last few days with messages of award nominations. Dragon's Loyalty [two more times], The Sisterhood of the World Bloggers, The Sunshine Award [number 3], The Beautiful Bloggers Award and The Versatile Blogger Award. Whew…I'm overwhelmed with gratitude! Thank you, thank you, thank you to all of the bloggers who have bestowed these nominations upon me and feasting with friends.
I'm also a little overwhelmed in how to handle all of these rules of acceptance. The best part of the award process is learning a little bit more about each of the bloggers through their Q and A responses, or through the facts they supply. The toughest part is being the one following all of those rules. Quite a quandary! I'm trying to figure out a way to show my gratitude by abiding by the rules, yet be time efficient too. 🙂 While I sort all of this out, here are the great bloggers and their sites who so graciously nominated me.
The wonderful Arlene, of Arl's World nominated me for both the "Sisterhood of the World Bloggers Award and The Dragon's Loyalty Award. Arl's World is "A place where she shares her experiments in life – places, recipes, dating, photography, DIY and whatever else life brings." Stepping into Arl's World, you'll discover she took part in the April A-Z challenge for April, photos from travels [care to "go" to the Virgin Islands anyone?], yummy foods and more! You never know where her next post will take you. Stop over today, to witness the happenings in Arl's World. Thank you so, so much Arlene for both nominations.
In addition, I received a nomination from the beautiful Jhuls of The Not So Creative Cook, for the Sunshine Award. The Not so Creative Cook is, in my opinion, not quite true! Jhuls is indeed a very creative cook. She started her blog when she was a "new" cook, hence the title. Now, however, her skills are surpassing my own. Jhuls always has eggs in her kitchen, loves green tea and seems to be a foodie by heart. You probably won't catch her growing her own foods though, as "I cannot grow a plant"…her words, not mine! If you haven't met Jhuls, it's time to pop on over to her site and check it out. Thank you Jhuls for bringing "Sunshine" into my day!
Next up is the Beautiful Blogger Award from skdarvesh at Aromas and Flavours from my Kitchen. I love her tag-line, "Home is where the hearth is". Aromas and Flavours from my Kitchen shares recipes and lovely stories to accompany them. One of my favorite posts was the princess cake she and her daughter baked together. It shares the joy of one generation teaching the next…lovely. Click on over to her site to view everything from Mango Cheesecake to Yummy Roast Chicken…you're guaranteed to find something you like! Many thanks to skdarvesh for my Beautiful Blogger Award Nomination!
The most recent nominations I received, were both from DM at DetoxMama. DM graciously nominated me for the Versatile Blogger award and Dragon Loyalty Award. She has a great tagline that sums up her site: "A journey in non-processed, non-GMO, organic, gluten and dairy free living. Because food is medicine." DetoxMama offers a variety of recipes that are healing, healthy and delicious. One day she may offer Bone Broth, and the next Fried Rice with Crispy Chicken or Lemon Tartlets. If you're not familiar with her site, it's time for a visit…you find just may find a gluten free, paleo or vegan option to implement into your own diet. Thank you very much, DM, for the two nominations you so graciously forwarded to me.
Thanks for sticking with me through my giving thanks! Part 2 will be coming soon. Oh, and Ozzie thanks everyone for the perfect excuse to eat cookies…lots of cookies. 🙂


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At the time of going to press, the plans for this year's Carnival are still to be confirmed in light of recent events. The Carnival organisers are liaising with the Police and we understand that they are looking at options for reducing the hours for Carnival on both the Sunday and the Monday ie starting later and finishing earlier.
Security at Wornington Green
We are well aware of residents' concerns during Carnival, so we've been working on a plan to help to keep the estate safe and secure should the Carnival go ahead.
Following consultation with residents and as a precaution we are looking at blocking off some of the anti social behaviour hotspots on the estate. We have engaged a team of security guards for the estate on Carnival Sunday and Monday to minimise the negative impact of the carnival on the estate. Once arrangements have been confirmed we will send you a letter, giving you more information and details of the security company we are using.
In the meantime, maintenance teams will be visiting all blocks on the estate to make sure that all communal external doors are working properly. Please contact us if you are aware of any defective locks or any other potential security risks which need attention in the run up to the Carnival.
We also ask residents to be extra vigilant during Carnival and to alert any suspicious behaviour to the security guards or to the nearest police officers. Please take care to ensure that communal doors are locked safely behind you as you enter and leave buildings.
Residents are not permitted to charge Carnival-goers to use their bathroom or to set up unauthorised stalls selling food and merchandise as this will encourage anti social behaviour on the estate. Please also be considerate to neighbours and try, where possible, to minimise noise and disruption.
We will continue to liaise closely with the police and Carnival organisers to ensure the event has the minimum possible impact on our residents. If Carnival does not go ahead for any reason this year, we will take police advice on whether we need any additional security as a precaution.
The Notting Hill Carnival is the largest street festival in Europe and originated in 1964 as a way for Afro-Caribbean communities to celebrate their own cultures and traditions. Taking place every August Bank Holiday weekend in the streets of London W10 and W11, the Notting Hill Carnival is an amazing array of sounds, colourful sights and social solidarity.
At the roots of the Notting Hill Carnival are the Caribbean carnivals of the early 19th century – a particularly strong tradition in Trinidad. The very first carnival was an attempt to showcase the steel band musicians who played in the Earls Court of London every weekend. When the bands paraded through the streets of Notting Hill, they drew residents out on to the streets, reminding them of the Caribbean homes they had left behind.
Notting Hill Carnival in numbers
Carnival to be back bigger and better in 2012
Despite the uncertainty surrounding this year's event, organisers are already planning to make a big impact next year. Next year's event will be the largest Notting Hill Carnival ever, as it coincides with the 2012 Olympics.
In a recent interview with the BBC Notting Hill Carnival Ltd director, Chris Boothman, promised "you ain't seen nothing yet. My vision for 2012 is to make it really spectacular."
As 2012's carnival will fall between the Olympic and Paralympic Games and Mr Boothman believes "all eyes of the world will be on London."
There is also an added pressure to put on a spectacular show in 2012 as the Olympic flame is being passed to Rio de Janeiro for 2016, Londoners will need to show the Brazillians that they also know a thing or two about Carnival.


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About the Boston Acoustics Voyager® 50
Make the outdoors even greater
Make the outdoors even greater
Bring dynamic sound outdoors with the Voyager 50 from Boston Acoustics. Drawing on over a decade of outdoor speaker expertise, Boston Acoustics has outfitted the rugged Voyager 50 with the latest in weatherproofing technology. And the drivers are specially designed for optimum performance in open-air environments. You'll experience rich sonic detail over a wide area. These impressive speakers will be a big hit at your next pool party or cookout.
Designed for long-lasting performance
To achieve its robust performance, each Voyager 50 features a 5-1/4" graphite injected woofer, allowing it to produce more resonant bass without bottoming out. The 3/4" soft dome tweeter is made of Kortec®, a multi-layered material exclusive to Boston's tweeters that allows them to deliver smooth, articulate highs without any unwanted resonance. The Voyager 50's tough polypropylene cabinet resists damage from moisture and ultra[kill hyphen]violet light, and all the internal parts are sealed and gasketed. The Voyager 50 can even be used safely in marine environments.
Mounting the Voyager 50 is a cinch: the adjustable C-brackets let you aim the sound toward a desired listening area. The bracket is made from heavy-duty, corrosion-resistant aluminum for long-term durability. And the speaker's wedge-shaped cabinet allows for flexible placement, even in tight spaces like in corners and under eaves.
Boston's Voyager Series was created as an all-purpose solution for indoor, outdoor, and marine speaker needs. The speakers are actually optimized for outdoor use, with the ability to project sound in a focused area.
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Product highlights:
- 3/4" Kortec soft dome tweeter
- 5-1/4" woofer
- frequency response 62-22,000 Hz (±3dB)
- sensitivity 89 dB
- handles up to 125 watts
- 5-way binding posts
- all hardware is rust- and weather-proof
- rust-proof aluminum speaker grilles and mounting brackets
- mounting brackets included
- 8-3/8"W x 11-7/16"H x 7-1/8"D
- warranty: 5 years
- Our 60-day money-back guarantee
- MFR # Voyager 50-WH
What's in the box:
Boston Acoustics Voyager® 50 owner's manual
- 2 White all-weather speakers with mounting brackets
- Owner's Manual (Eng/Fren/Span + 4 other languages)
- Certificate of Conformity
- Product Registration Card
- Notice regarding disposal
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Crutchfield customer from Amherst, OH on 5/31/2019
Easy installation, great sound! Larger than expected, but look great on the outdoor deck area
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Crutchfield customer from Orlando, FL on 5/13/2019
They sound great!
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These sound great!
Flaco from Austin, TX on 9/27/2018
First of all, the sound of these exceeds my expectations. My neighbor 200 yards away says she loves my music too (non-facetiously, I should add) LOL. Luckily she can't hear it from inside her house, likely because I only have them turned up 2/3 of the way or so. Two reasons for the one star ding, neither of which has anything to do with sound quality: 1. I can't see how to take the grilles off (for painting) without damaging them (the user pamphlet is terse at best), and 2. I could be mistaken, but it seems as if the 5-way posts turned a little in the speaker box as I tightened them down. Otherwise, I absolutely love these speakers! It's so nice to go outside in the evening and smoke a cigar with good music playing with a great sound stage, as opposed to listening to the inside my shed speakers, which gives me a monaural effect outside (I don't smoke in there). FWIW I have them mounted up about 10 feet, separated by about 8 feet, and I sit roughly 15-20 feet away from the building.
Pros: As I have read somewhere, great voice for outdoors--clear as can be with just flat eq. Various mounting options for the perfect outdoor sound stage. Loud! (If you want it)
Cons: No user manual to speak of.
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Perfect patio speakers
Rich from Manahawkin, NJ on 7/29/2018
Solid bass and good balance. Fills my backyard with music w/o straining. Big improvement over my previous patio speakers. Highly recommended.
Pros: Solid bass, good dynamic range.
Cons: None yet
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Great Product & Spectacular Customer Service
dever from Philadelphia on 6/6/2014
These speakers are great. Wonderful separation of sound, sturdy for outdoor use, and look great on the deck. Even better is Crutchfield's customer service: next-day initial delivery, easy return after I realized the first speakers I ordered were too big for the physical space, next-day credit to my account and next-day delivery on the right-sized replacement order. Beyond anything I expected and puts other companies to shame...
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Voyager® 50
email@example.com from Glastonbuty, CT on 7/12/2013
A solid outdoor speaker. I installed these in my garage where I homebrew year round. The speakers provide solid mid to high end. Given the 5 1/4 woofers and a small enclosure the bass is passable and pretty much what I expected. Overall clarity is good and the speakers create a decent sound stage in a harsh environment.
Pros: Good sound for the size. Easy to install. Quality materials and construction.
Cons: None at this time, just understand what you are buying.
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Using outdoors with Sonos
Thaddeus from Garrison, NY on 5/31/2013
These speakers are great and with the price through Crutchfield I couldn't go wrong. The speakers were mounted on the rear of my house and provide full, clear sound throughout my backyard. I am using them with my Sonos system and am very happy with that as well.
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More details on the Boston Acoustics Voyager® 50
Features & specs
|Acoustic Suspension
|Tweeter Type
|Midrange Size
|Woofer Size
|Woofer Composition
|Woofer Surround
|Butyl Rubber
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How much deeper can Zambia dig?
Adam Smith International speaks exclusively to the director of the Mines Development Department (MDD), in the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Department in Zambia, about how the government is addressing the global crisis.
Does the mining sector still see itself as a major player given the mining industry's global decline?
Our strategic vision remains the same: long term sustainability. We have been mining for more than 100 years, and would like to mine for another century! Our known reserves are running out, so investment in exploration is a key priority.
Additionally, we want to raise the sector's overall contribution to GDP from 11% to 30%. In supporting the sector's growth, we want the mining industry to be seen as a key driver of social and economic development to raise the standard of living in Zambia.
Some have called the downturn an opportunity to pause, reset and proactively improve the sector's institutions and frameworks, what are your views on this?
We see this period as an opportunity to reassess our position. Take Mopani copper mine for example, even though they've reduced their workforce by more than 4,000 people and cut down operations, they've also excavated deep shafts so when prices rebound their production costs will be lower. We are using this time to revise the legislative frameworks to better withstand low prices. We are also modernising the MDD, through the EU-funded mineral production monitoring support programme and the mineral value chain project. We're also assessing our organisational structures to see that we have the right numbers to enforce regulations. When this downturn ends, I think we will be much better positioned.
One of the biggest areas hit by the fall in commodity prices for the Zambian economy is employment. What is the government doing to address this?
We will provide land to the miners who have been declared redundant. Three large tracts of land have been identified, which will be subdivided into reasonable farm plots, and allocated to retrenched miners. Low commodity prices are global and the industry is unpredictable, so the opportunity for miners to diversify their skills and sustain their livelihoods by farming will also support the agricultural sector.
We understand that for women and young people, finding employment outside of mining will be difficult, which is why we are investing in gender programmes to provide small loans to female entrepreneurs. Further adding to our focus on the development of small businesses and trade, there is also a youth empowerment fund to stimulate the growth of small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
Zambia's mining sector is often compared to that of its neighbours. How does Zambia remain competitive?
One thing we boast about is our political stability — our neighbours want to emulate that. We try as much as possible to have a competitive fiscal and taxation regime, and so we plan and benchmark in a regional context in order to provide a successful model for others to follow. Our Mines and Minerals Act for 2015 ensures we are competitive.
The way Botswana has managed its mineral resources is frankly, wonderful. The government gets their fair share from the diamonds produced. Everything is accounted for and the citizens of Botswana benefit. The mining industry should be adding value locally to contribute to national economic growth.
Mining is interlinked with energy and water, how are you working with other sectors to address the issues the industry is facing?
Cheap national power is declining and hindered by the major water crisis — water levels are life-threateningly low. This is raising the costs for both the private sector and government to keep mines in business so for the short term we are importing power.
At the root of this could be climate change and it's clear we need to do more — not only in Zambia, but other countries in southern Africa. We need to revise our emission standards upwards and invest in improving our technology so that we meet international standards.
The mining industry is aware of the impact of our business, so every mining company deposits money into the environmental protection fund, so that even if a company goes into liquidation, there are funds available. We are digging into these issues more seriously.


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Medal of Honor
I had planned a series of articles this week about research and the writing process. But if you're a writer, you must write, and today I found myself applying the Dr. McCoy test to ask whether I was a writer, or a blogger.
And then, of course, there's the fact that I'm contemplating talking about heroes all this week. I don't think there are any archives of heroism that could exceed the records of Medal of Honor recipients. If you want to find stories of real heroes, I urge you to visit the Congressional Medal of Honor site any time you think the world is only grim and dark and that everyone is out for themselves.
The text that follows is ALL © Copyright 2012 Congressional Medal of Honor Society. But the heroics belong to Lucian Adams. I picked him at random from the archive page of the web site. You can find equivalent tales about real life figures by clicking on any one of the names on the site. Many of the stories are likely to move you to tears. I urge you to visit. Marvel at their accomplishments and think of them any time someone sneers that there are no heroes. Honor their achievements, their sacrifices, and their memory.
Rank: Staff Sergeant
Organization: U.S. Army
Division: 30th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division
For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at risk of life above and beyond the call of duty on 28 October 1944, near St. Die, France. When his company was stopped in its effort to drive through the Mortagne Forest to reopen the supply line to the isolated third battalion, S/Sgt. Adams braved the concentrated fire of machineguns in a lone assault on a force of German troops. Although his company had progressed less than 10 yards and had lost 3 killed and 6 wounded, S/Sgt. Adams charged forward dodging from tree to tree firing a borrowed BAR from the hip. Despite intense machinegun fire which the enemy directed at him and rifle grenades which struck the trees over his head showering him with broken twigs and branches, S/Sgt. Adams made his way to within 10 yards of the closest machinegun and killed the gunner with a hand grenade. An enemy soldier threw hand grenades at him from a position only 10 yards distant; however, S/Sgt. Adams dispatched him with a single burst of BAR fire. Charging into the vortex of the enemy fire, he killed another machinegunner at 15 yards range with a hand grenade and forced the surrender of 2 supporting infantrymen. Although the remainder of the German group concentrated the full force of its automatic weapons fire in a desperate effort to knock him out, he proceeded through the woods to find and exterminate 5 more of the enemy. Finally, when the third German machinegun opened up on him at a range of 20 yards, S/Sgt. Adams killed the gunner with BAR fire. In the course of the action, he personally killed 9 Germans, eliminated 3 enemy machineguns, vanquished a specialized force which was armed with automatic weapons and grenade launchers, cleared the woods of hostile elements, and reopened the severed supply lines to the assault companies of his battalion.


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Electricity came to Kissimmee 113 years ago.
The pioneer vision that led the citizens of Kissimmee to vote to own and operate the city's electric utility in 1901 has paid untold benefits to residents in the century since then.
Kissimmee was a typical Central Florida town during its first decade of existence. Clapboard storefronts sprouted up downtown along West Broadway, and the streets were either choked with dust or ankle-deep in mud. Most of the city services that today's residents take for granted were either non-existent or rudimentary.
In the early 1890s, smoky kerosene lamps illuminated downtown streets on moonless nights. J.J. Woodall made the rounds of downtown streets every evening at dusk, placing a ladder against the wooden poles and climbing up to light the kerosene lamps. Residents frequently complained about missing their step on the dilapidated board sidewalks, and city officials daily read newspaper and magazine articles extolling the virtue of electric street lighting.
Kissimmee achieved municipal ownership of its electric utility in 1900-1901 in an atypical manner. Unlike many communities, Kissimmee forged a harmonious relationship with a private citizen to build and operate a light plant until the city was able to pay for it. The city gained the expertise of a competent local mechanic who knew and understood the electric power equipment of the day.
The investor made a tidy sum from the revenues of the plant in 1900 and 1901, and residents got electric lights two to five years earlier than they would have had the city chosen not to enter into the joint venture.
The investor's name was William C. Maynard, and he was a resident of Kissimmee. In the fall of 1900, Maynard incorporated the Kissimmee Light Company and approached the City Council about serving Kissimmee with electric lights. On December 4, 1900, the city contracted with Maynard to furnish Kissimmee with electric power.
Maynard quickly put crews to work building a small, brick light plant on the shores of Lake Toho, adjacent to what is now Lakefront Park. The electrical system was powered by a 15-kilowatt generator, which was driven by a Skinner's steam engine. That first plant was up and running early in 1901 and supplied arc lighting in the downtown business district, as well as incandescent lighting to two residential customers, Carl Dan and W.B. Makinson Sr.
On June 28, 1901, councilors passed a resolution authorizing the purchase of the light plant from Maynard for the sum of $4,293.59. Before the day was out, the council had appointed a committee to oversee operations of the utility.
The governance of the utility from 1901 to the early 1980s flowed from the city commission to the city manager to the electric utility director. On March 28, 1985, a referendum went before Kissimmee voters to establish a separate authority to operate the utility. By a resounding 2-1 margin, voters approved the charter of the Kissimmee Utility Authority, which officially opened its doors on Oct. 1, 1985.Today, KUA is Florida's sixth largest municipally-owned utility. The utility's 300 employees serve more than 67,000 customers across 85-square miles of Osceola County and are as committed today to delivering safe and reliable electricity as they were in 1901. Sharing the history of KUA with the residents of Osceola County is important for keeping the history of Osceola County alive, which is the mission of the Osceola County Historical Society.


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For those who work in construction and other businesses, whether a person is an "independent contractor" or an employee can make all the difference in the world with respect to how a person gets compensation for any workplace injuries.
With respect to its employees, an Arizona company must provide workers' compensation benefits on a no-fault basis that will cover the employee's medical expenses and lost income. However, not everyone a company pays for work is by that mere fact an employee. With respect to these other people, usually called independent contractors, an employer does not have to provide workers' compensation.
In some cases, it can be difficult to know for certain whether a person is an "employee" entitled to workers' compensation. In deciding whether a person is an employee, labels assigned by the employer matter relatively little. After all, an employer has an incentive to call a worker an "independent contractor" if doing so means not having to pay benefits.
Therefore, Arizona courts and administrative bodies will employ what is called a "totality of facts" test to difficult cases. Some of the facts that courts will consider include, among others, how the worker received payment, that is, whether the worker was paid by the hour or by the job, who supplied the equipment for the task and the length of the relationship between the worker and the employer.
It can be frustrating when a worker who thought that he or she was an employee finds out that he or she might not receive workers' compensation. In such cases, that worker may do well to secure the assistance of an experienced Arizona workers' compensation attorney.


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Going home for the holidays, I took the time to produce a couple of stories on my home country Belgium. The following story was broadcasted on 23 January 2012 on the online radio Monocle 24. Take a few minutes of time to listen!
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(Broadcasted by Monocle 24 on the programme 'Culture with Rob Bound' on 23 January 2012.)
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What happens to a federal country when its public broadcasting services drift apart?
Belgium's two public broadcasts share a large, concrete building called the Reyerslaan, at the border of the capital Brussels. The Flemish broadcasting organisation VRT serves the six million Dutch-speaking Belgians. The French-speaking broadcaster RTBF serves the other four million.
Living 'together apart', one could say. The Reyerslaan is split by a language border, running from start till end of the building. In front of the main entrance, journalists smoke a cigarette all together. But when walking in, French-speaking and Dutch-speaking employees go their separate ways. "Luckily we can still share the ashtrays," a journalist has a laugh at the situation out front.
Tensions between Belgium's two language communities gradually rose in the last five years. And the media had its share of disagreements. Blaming each other's coverage of being biased is rather common in this divided country. And then there's the occasional quarrels, such as the one on the fake news bulletin "Bye Bye Belgium" by RTBF, that stirred up a national debate.
It gets hot and heavy at the Reyerslaan, from time to time.
Deadlock constellation
The widening gap in public opinions -with the media at its core- caused a political deadlock. Following the elections of June 2010, the negotiating parties took 541 days to form a government -a new world record that will not be easily broken.
Politicians failed to listen to one another. But what is to be expected of a country where the public broadcasts cover almost solely news from their own community? Or almost exclusively have their own politicians in the studio?
"We look at what happens in Flanders, but we treat the issues only when it has a big impact on society," political journalist of the RTBF Johanne Montay acknowledges. "We only select what we think will interest our own audience."
Political scientist and commentator Dave Sinardet has been studying this media gap for quite a while. He explains: "In Belgium, the competence on media is completely attributed to the communities. Other federal, multilingual countries such as Switzerland or Canada have at least some sort of common structure for its public broadcasting services. In Belgium, this doesn't exist anymore."
"You could say there's some kind of democratic deficit, because of the selection of politicians that feature on both broadcasters. Also, the coverage of one community often shows a simplified image of the other side," Sinardet adds. "There's a generalisation and simplification, leading to distorted views of the other community."
From crisis to opportunity
The political crisis also brought media closer together, though. "When spending long nights in the cold during the government negotiations, we got to know our fellow journalists from VRT a bit more", French-speaking journalist Christophe Deborsu says.
"In fact, it's an advantage to work next to each other. We work separately, but we're not in a state of competition. We can exchange without any problem." Deborsu personifies this exchange. Since a couple of years, he hops from one side to the other at the Reyerslaan. He's the expert on Flanders down at RTBF, and the expert on Wallonia for the VRT.
Some journalists exchange mails and phone calls to inform one another on what's going on at the other side of the language border. "We see more and more cooperation," Deborsu expresses his hope. "That's a significant change, compared to five years ago."
However, the ties remain restricted to personal contacts. "It's probably not easy to change the structural divide," Dave Sinardet says. "The logic of these broadcasts is embedded in the way they are organised. They have no structural ties anymore, whatsoever."
"We could have one restaurant," Johanne Montay laughs. "I would have no problem eating what the Flemish cook prepares. But then again, how do you divide the costs between both communities?"
Bridging gaps in Belgium is not to be underestimated…
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Monocle 24 is an online radio station, broadcasting international news, features and stories 24/7. With a smooth, classy touch to it. The radio station was launched in October 2011 -all fresh, that is- and is linked to the magazine Monocle. Don't hesitate to switch on to their online player, or download their podcasts in iTunes. The programmes 'The Globalist' or 'The Monocle Weekly' would be my recommendations!


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As Syrian refugees living in Lebanon, life is extremely hard for Mahdi's family. They spend a lot of time reminiscing about their old home in Syria. They used to live on a farm, and would keep chickens and other animals. "We miss the simplicity of life back then," his parents tell us. "The air used to smell so nice. We felt so safe there in our small home."
The Syrian War
Life changed for the family in 2011 when war broke out across Syria. Their quiet life became incredibly difficult as the war ravaged their country. "Simple things like food and medication became so hard to find," Mahdi's father tells us. "Everything fell apart. Our country became hell to live in and we had no choice but to move."
They got on the bus and went to Lebanon, hoping and praying that life would be a bit easier there. They soon found a small house to live in and the father found work a lot faster than they were expecting. Although it doesn't pay very well and they still struggle, the family felt as though their life was getting better.
Mahdi's accident
Every morning, Mahdi's mother would wake up early to make tea. It was one of the few times that they could gather together as a family and enjoy each other's company, before her husband would go to work.
When her husband left, Mahdi's mother started to clean up their small home. While she was in the living room, Mahdi walked into the kitchen and accidentally knocked the boiling hot tea on himself. The noise of Mahdi crying was so loud that his mother and the neighbors all rushed into the kitchen, to find that his arms and back were covered in boiling tea. They called Mahdi's father, who quickly came back from work to take him to the nearest hospital.
At the hospital, the doctors told the family that he would need to stay and be treated for the next 20 days. Luckily, the father had managed to save enough money in case of emergency and admitted Mahdi. However, as the days passed, Mahdi's condition began to get worse. Doctors ignored his father's concerns, and he didn't know what to do. His neighbors told him that the hospital was not good and that they should discharge Mahdi in case he got any worse.
His father discharged his son a few days early. The medical bills ate into all their savings, and Mahdi was no better. The burns on his arms and hand had formed hard ropes that pulled tightly on him, heavily restricting his movement. His family had no money left to do anything else to help their son. They resigned themselves to the fact that he would face a difficult life, permanently scarred by that terrible accident.
Meeting INARA
It was only when the family were put in touch with INARA by the Union of Relief & Development Associations (URDA) that they began to hope again for a bright future for Mahdi. We arranged for him to meet our doctors at the American University of Beirut Medical Center (AUBMC), where he was told that he would need a burn scar contraction surgery, which would release the scarring on his arm and hand, and restore functionality. Mahdi had this surgery in early August and it was a success. He is now at home resting, and will be coming into AUBMC for regular follow-ups.
This has been a huge relief for the family. "We hope this will change him. Ever since he was burnt he stopped playing. He struggles to sleep because the scarring is so uncomfortable and causes him a lot of pain. We always feel that he is sad and down all the time. But now that he has had his surgery, we know that he will be able to do whatever he wants again. He'll be able to play again. Especially football! That was always his favorite."
UNICEF contributed to Mahdi's treatment.