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Compared to traditional Incandescent Bulbs, the advantages of LED bulbs is self-evident. Almost asserted that the future of LED bulbs will appear in every corner of our lives. LED bulb biggest advantage is energy saving, but its shortcomings are also very obvious, that is not "warm".
Is energy saving to reduce the heat of the bulb itself? The answer is definitely not the case. Recently, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology R & D team put forward a new solution. MIT developers have developed a new incandescent bulb, the bulb can absorb their own heat, and then turn these heat into electricity for its power supply shiny. After this cycle, this new incandescent bulb is more energy efficient than LED bulbs.
In fact, this new incandescent bulb does not change the traditional incandescent bulb principle, just in the bulb surface attached to a layer of crystal filter. The role of this filter is: after the launch of the light source, you can simultaneously reflect the infrared to the filament, the filament re-absorption of light after the conversion into electrical energy again. So so, cycle, until the lights closed so far.
But hear this, you are not too excited about the loyal fans of incandescent bulbs. At present, this new incandescent bulb exists only in theory, that is, there is no possibility of listing in the short term. However, the R & D team said that for the theory into reality, they are still very confident.
Incandescent lamp from the glass bubble, filament, lamp three parts. Filament with high melting point and not easy to evaporate the tungsten wire made of low-power bulb into a vacuum, high-power (greater than 40 watts) of the bulb into a vacuum, filled with inert gas, such as argon, Incandescent Bulb , There are two kinds of jack and screw type, the power of more than 300 watts of Incandescent Bulbs, generally use the mouth of the mouth, because the screw-type lamp in the electrical contact and heat dissipation than the socket-type lamp.
Incandescent light principle: incandescent lamp is the use of filament resistance current thermal effect (power conversion to heat), so that the filament temperature rose to the degree of incandescence and light (thermal energy into light), due to the evaporation of high temperature filament, after prolonged use In the incandescent glass shell is easy to produce deposits and black, so that the light transmission performance and reduce the impact of luminous efficiency, so incandescent light luminous efficiency is low.
There are many types of incandescent, according to the working voltage, there are 6,12,36, and 220 volts and other four, of which 36 volts are low-voltage bulbs for local lighting and carry lighting, in the installation of incandescent bulbs, pay attention to Incandescent Bulbs Of the operating voltage and line voltage must be consistent, if the mistake of 36 volts connected to the 220-volt line, due to the voltage is too high, the current through the filament is too large, will make the filament burned, on the contrary, if the mistake of 220 volts Access to 36 volts of the line, because the voltage is too low, the light will be no light to light.
Incandescent lamp in addition to the use of lighting, but also can be used to limit the current, light instructions.In addition, by the filament resistance to the positive temperature coefficient and other characteristics, but also in the electrical maintenance to play a lot of convenient and practical role, the following list:
1, find the circuit failure to single-phase circuit, for example, such as a short circuit or ground fault, the home switch will trip or burn insurance, then all the appliances should be turned off all the home in the main switch line A 220V / 100W or so Incandescent Bulbs, connected to the insurance after closing the main switch, such as Incandescent Bulb, to prove that the line has a short circuit or ground, and then break off the branch; when disconnecting a road after the Incandescent Bulb does not shine, To prove that the branch failure. Operation can be power consumption from small to large, respectively, immediately after the closure of the electrical appliances immediately cut off, the bulb should be slightly off after the extinguished, the greater the power the higher the bulb brightness, such as electrical appliances Power is greater than 200W, you can re-parallel Incandescent Bulbs at both ends of the original 100W, when there are short-circuit ground fault, the Incandescent Bulb will be very bright, and sometimes the point of failure will smoke or spark, so it is easy to detect the point of failure. Cable or overhead lines of the inter-phase breakdown or ground fault, can also be used to find a similar approach.
2, find substation control circuit failure in a special control power substation, short circuit fault can also be used to find the above method, but should choose the same level of control voltage bulbs (if necessary, in series or parallel way). For the ground fault, to DC, for example, if the cathode appears ground, put the two ends of the lamp connected to the negative side of the power supply and ground; such as the negative ground, then the bulb connected between the positive and ground, then the Incandescent Bulb With the size of the grounding resistance of the fault point and issued a different brightness of light, the point of failure may also smoke or a small spark; such as the point of failure without obvious symptoms can be taken to check the short circuit, branch road section by paragraph The point of failure.


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If you know me well or have followed my blog from the early days, you know that Grant Johnston has been on my local celebrity crush list for quite awhile. So you can only imagine how distressed I was to hear on the news that he is leaving. WHAT!!!???!!! NOOOOO!!!!!! Sad but true, he is leaving but since he's leaving to attend a seminary school, I was able to find peace in the situation...especially considering his faith in God is what put him on the list in the first place (I bet you didn't know that). So farewell Grant. I will miss watching you on the news and the phone calls from my friends with Grant sightings. Good luck on your new endeavors.
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To be honest, this one was born out of frustration. I wanted to make something different but didn't know what.
Whilst riding my bike with my headphones on (not advisable) that I got frustrated with my iPod , headphone cables and general difficulty getting hold of anything on my person whilst on my bike that I noted the couriers in London all have handy belt pouches to keep their things in close at hand... so I decided to make my own leather version.
Basically a miniature tote bag, with an internal iPod pocket and snap fastener. The pouch has two loops which clip over your belt and hangs freely within handy reach but out of the way at the same time!!
This also got me thinking about the Japanese kids who all have similar pouches having of their belts too. But theirs are based on the climbers chalk bags. Barrel shaped pouches which hang off a belt loop on a carabiner, big enough to hold a drinks bottle too... this is now going to be my next project... Handy for cycling in the summer!!
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As the well-known saying goes, passion in business drives success, and itcertainly seems to be the case that if you have a passion for what you do then you are much more likely to make it in business. Author and entrepreneur, Christy Wright, agrees and her new book shows you how to make money doing what you love and have a passion for.
According to Christy Wright, author, speaker, business coach and entrepreneur, "If you've got the passion. This is your plan." In her new book, Business Boutique: A Woman's Guide for Making Money Doing What She Loves, she believes there's never been a better time to start your own business. But she recognizes that it can also be scary to put yourself out there and tackle the business side of things. However, in her book she invites women to step into their God-given gifts to make money doing what they love. If you'd like to join them, this is your handbook that will take the ideas in your head and the dream in your heart and turn them into action.
In Business Boutique, Christy Wright will:
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Christy Wright is a versatile and sought-after speaker who connects with audiences in a way few people can. As a Ramsey Personality and Certified Business Coach, she travels the US educating and entertaining people at national business conferences as well as Fortune 500 companies, and she has addressed students and faculty alike at some of the country's top universities. Christy's experience as an entrepreneur and leader allows her to connect with women and give them practical advice and solutions for their personal and professional development. She has touched the lives of thousands with her inspiring and thought- provoking messages on topics including life balance, leadership and goal setting. Christy holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Tennessee. She and her husband, Matt, live in Brentwood, Tennessee, with their sons, Carter and Conley.
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Often it's easy to have a business idea, but difficult to implement it successfully, and it can certainly seem daunting to start in the early days. In this highly practical book, Christy Wright takes readers and aspirant entrepreneurs through an easy to understand, step-by-step plan to creating and growing a business, doing what you love. So if you have been waiting for the perfect moment to take that personal passion and turn it into a viable business venture, then this could be the book for you. --- Melanie Hawken, founder and editor-in-chief of Lionesses of Africa


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The voting process in our country is far from perfect, in fact it is one of the most archaic processes we use. The primary voting ballot, at least in California, resembles a lottery ticket with bubbles and numbers instead of candidate names. It is a process that is not uniform across states, subject to human error and even fraud.
Despite the many flaws in the system, I was more than eager to cast my first vote by participating in the California primary on June 7th, and to finally take part in our democratic process. Since I became of age to vote, George W. Bush and Barack Obama were elected president and I had no voice in the matter. At the time, I couldn't vote because I was undocumented, though in all ways I was an engaged citizen, yet I was not able to voice who I wanted to represent me, my community or my future.
This election season is of monumental importance and everyone can agree that this election cycle is far from "normal." As a first-time voter, entering this chaotic and messy process can feel confusing, and I questioned whether my vote really does count. For the last several months I heard from a multitude of surveys, polls, and reports concluding the nominees for Democratic and Republican Parties. Yet, I hadn't casted my vote. The night before the California primary, the media declared Hillary Clinton as the Democratic Party's nominee. Yet again, I hadn't cast my vote.
Following the delegation tally between Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders has been a total disarray. The delegates and super-delegates process within the Democratic Party is a mathematical strategy all to itself. In California alone, 475 delegates were up for grab. Many made speculations and several came to their own conclusion based on arithmetic and informal surveys. But again, the results are not final, until they are final. The super delegates, after all, do not actually vote until the convention. Yet, every message I received from the media and punditry out there was that it was all done, before I even stepped into my polling station. I am sure that I wasn't the only first time voter yesterday and, perhaps, not the only first time voter that felt frustrated by all of the electoral chaos.


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CAIR Urges Stepped-Up Protection for Alabama Mosques Following Email Threats
(BIRMINGHAM, AL, 2/19/17) – The Alabama chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Alabama) today called for stepped-up police protection for the state's Muslim community following emailed threats received by the Birmingham Islamic Society and Huntsville Islamic Center.
Both organizations reported the threats to local law enforcement, Department of Justice office in North Alabama and the FBI.
CAIR-Alabama said the emails, with the subject line "YOUR ONE WARNING, stated in part, (grammatical and spelling errors maintained) ". . .MUZLIMS MEXICANS BLACKS WE WILL HUNTED NATION WIDE UNTIL ARE ARE DEAD OR GONE. . .PLAN TO RUN OR DIE, THIS IS A KINDNESS THAT WE GIVE YOU ALL WARNING, TAKE IT AND GO ."
The Washington-based Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization believes the emailed threats may be part of a mass mailing to mosques nationwide and is urging Islamic institutions to report any such threats to local police and to CAIR at: http://www.cair.com/civil-rights/report-an-incident/view/form.html
"We are coordinating with law enforcement authorities to reach out to Muslim community leaders to ensure additional safety measures at this time of increased anti-Muslim bigotry nationwide," said CAIR-Alabama Executive Director Khaula Hadeed.
She added: "CAIR-Alabama also condemned the rhetoric that continues to embolden bigotry and Islamophobia leading to threats of terrorism such as these against Muslim, Jewish, African-American, and Latino communities. The Muslim community continues to receive support and cooperation from local law enforcement agencies."
"Hate and threats will make us firm in our resolution to fight hate with love. We will take every opportunity to combat fear-mongering and build alliances and coalition that will give voices to all marginalized communities," said Birmingham Islamic Society President Ashfaq Taufiq.
"America is one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for ALL as guaranteed by the constitution we cherish. We will work together to show the world, by example, how to live and love the diversity we find in this land we call home and defeat the forces of fear and bigotry that are trying to tear us apart. United we are strong," said Huntsville Islamic Center President Mateen Muhammad.
CAIR has noted an unprecedented spike in hate rhetoric and bias-motivated incidents targeting American Muslims and other minorities since the election of President Trump.
Yesterday, CAIR urged state and federal law enforcement authorities to investigate an alleged call to violence against American Muslims during a meeting of hate groups in North Carolina.
Video: CAIR Calls on Feds to Probe Threat to 'Kill' U.S. Muslims
Last month, CAIR condemned a terror attack on a Canadian mosque by a suspect who had expressed anti-immigrant and anti-Muslim sentiments on social media. Six worshipers were killed in the attack and 17 others were wounded.
SEE: CAIR Condemns Terror Attack on Canadian Mosque, Urges U.S. Muslims to Take Security Measures
According to the Southern Poverty Law Center, The number of anti-Muslim groups in the United States tripled between 2015 and 2016.
Report: Anti-Muslim Groups Triple in U.S. Amid Trump Hate Rhetoric
The Washington-based Muslim civil rights group is asking Muslim community members to report any bias incidents to police and to CAIR's Civil Rights Department at 202-742-6420 or by filing a report at: http://www.cair.com/civil-rights/report-an-incident/view/form.html
CAIR is America's largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. Its mission is to enhance the understanding of Islam, encourage dialogue, protect civil liberties, empower American Muslims, and build coalitions that promote justice and mutual understanding.
La misión de CAIR es mejorar la comprensión del Islam, fomentar el diálogo, proteger las libertades civiles, capacitar a los musulmanes estadounidenses, y construir coaliciones que promuevan la justicia y la comprensión mutua.
CONTACT: CAIR-Alabama Executive Director Khaula Hadeed, 205-313-6489, or 334-224-2196 firstname.lastname@example.com


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On Sea Stories Tuesday, Dave celebrates the birthday of one of his best friends with a couple of… well.. sea stories from their time on USS Michigan.
This week has seen the 101st anniversary of the assassination Archduke Ferdinand, which sparked World War I. The Great War was a veritable cornucopia of lessons about how to not do things, from diplomacy to alliances to tactics and even Grand strategy. But it was also a mano a mano conflict, before technology ruled the battlefields. One of the saddest legacy's of the 1st World War is the blatant and open racism that President Woodrow Wilson displayed towards African-American Troops serving in the US Army.
Caesar Rodney made his famous ride this week in 1776. Few people know of him, or why he did what he did. He is a great example of the truism that there are many people in out history who did great things, but aren't recalled like the giants of history who – in many cases – did less for the cause.
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CMLL (TUE) 06/05/2018 Arena México [CMLL, Lucha Central]
1) Retro & Sangre Imperial vs Apocalipsis & Cholo
tecnicos took 2/3.
2) Leono, Magnus, Starman b El Coyote, Hijo del Signo, Yago
tecnicos took 2/3.
3) Amapola, Dalys, La Seductora b La Jarochita, Maligna, Princesa Sugehit
Rudas took 1/3.
4) Esfinge b Drone [lightning]
Hombre Bala replaced Rey Cometa.
5) Ephesto, Luciferno, Mephisto b Blue Panther, Blue Panther Jr., The Panther
Rudos took 2/3
6) Euforia, Gran Guerrero, Rey Bucanero b Ángel de Oro, Atlantis, Titán
Rudos took 1/3, the last with Bucanero pulling Atlantis' mask to beat him.
I'm planning on starting catching up on CMLL B-shows tonight but an Atlantis/Rey Bcuaenro feud is not exactly getting me excited to do it.
Post-match interview: Cholo & Apocalipsis (see themselves as tests for the new kids),, Amapola (like Mephisto, was in Guatemala this weekend) Esfinge (says 2018 is important for his career) Hijos del Infierno (building up the trios title match in Puebla) & another with Mephisto (support for Guatemala), Rey Bucanero (building up a feud with Atlantis)
CMLL (TUE) 06/05/2018 Arena Coliseo Guadalajara [CMLL]
1) Guerrero de la Muerte, Ráfaga, Sádico b Black Sugar, El Alteño, Micro
2) Pegasso, Stigma, Vaquero Jr. b Akuma, Grako, Metálico
tecnicos took 2/3.
3) Carlo Roggi b Difunto [lightning]
Carlo Roggi replaced Freezer. Roggi won in 9 minutes but was unhappy with the decision for unspecified reasons.
4) Niebla Roja, Stuka Jr., Valiente DQ Cavernario, Furia Roja, Shocker
Niebla Roja replaced Diamante Azul on Friday. Tecnicos took 1/3, Furia Roja fouling Niebla Roja. Niebla Roja challenged for a hair match.
5) Mistico, Mr. Niebla, Rush b Carístico, Kráneo, Último Guerrero [Relevos Increíbles]
Team Mistico took 1/3, the last when Mistico used the ropes to beat Caristico. Singles match challenge followed.
I'd doubt they'd do both big singles matches on the same week. Mistico/Caristico seems more likely for the 12th. CMLL usually announces Tuesday Guadalajara on Thursday.
CMLL specifically cites Furia Roja winning the Occidente Heavyweight Championship from Diamante Azul as the start of this run. That seems to suggest they'd been planning this feud since that title change in March, and that Diamante Azul didn't give them much heads up about leaving since he was originally in this feud.
Rey Fenix is still appearing on CMLL Informa tonight at 4pm. It should be fun.
Most of the news today is from TripleMania post-press conference interviews.
LA Park said CMLL always knew already knew he was going to be part of TripleMania and the door is still open for Park to work in CMLL. Park explained that he would've accepted the match with Rush, but CMLL has never offered it. He's still hopeful that match will happen. Park decided to enter the match to face Psycho Clown, to show him he wouldn't lose like Wagner did. Park feels AAA & CMLL are opening things up because the public demanded new rivalries. Park off handily confirmed that Penta will also be coming to CMLL at some point this summer, which is still supposed to be a surprise even though everyone's put that one together. It's also clear Park plans on doing the match with Rush but can't confirm it at this point.
Konnan explained his return to AAA as Dorian Roldan making the offer and Konnan only agreeing to come back on his conditions. Konnan believes having the leverage to set the conditions is why Fenix, Penta and Park are currently able to work both AAA & CMLL. Those guys were doing fine without working for either promotion, so those two promotions know they have to give the wrestlers what they want or they'll just happily go back to what they were doing.
At the end of the MedioTiempo article, Konnan is mentioned as being the match programmer and in charge of recruiting new talent. This was brought up to Vampiro on Twitter, and he insisted he still had that role. My impression is Konnan is the one actually in charge but Vampiro is still involved on a lesser level.
Penta says he's back in AAA to show how much he's grown and improving by fighting the best wrestlers all over the world. Everyone on Twitter looked at the list of four names and seen Fantasma as the fourth most important person, the most likely to lose his mask. In AAA storylines, Penta is sort of the fourth most successful person. He was getting way over by the end of his AAA run, but he never actually won the big matches Fantasma did.
Still, in reality, this looks like Fantasma is most likely to lose his mask, with an outside chance of Psycho Clown instead. This match is just going to do a better than just a Fantasma/Psycho straight up singles match would've done. The bigger mystery is who will get the winning pin – I'd assume it's Psycho Clown, but we've seen elsewhere that there can be a negative blowback if you push a guy a little bit too hard.
Yesterday, Vampiro announced he had returned to Canada because Killer Kross' back suplex had broken his neck and caused him to retire. This is his second career ending injury in the last three months, following the martinete he took in Monterrey that no one remembers at this point. I've lost track of the number of retirements. This bit was successful in getting Vampiro attention on a busy wrestling day, as intended.
If you're looking for what's next with AAA, you may have a very long wait. According to the most recent TV show, the next TV taping is not until July 13th, 37 days away. It's crazy to think AAA will have zero tapings in the entire month of June, but it checks out with their TV backlog. The second half of Verano de Escandalo will premiere on Space on July 14th. The upcoming schedule, courtesy of @PitachoOnline on Twitter and as aired on Televisa version of the AAA show:
07/13 FRI 8:45pm CT Queretaro 07/21 SAT 8:00pm CT Mexico City (Juan de la Barrera) 07/29 SUN 6:00pm CT Ecatepec 08/04 SAT 8:30pm CT Cuernavaca 08/10 FRI 8:45pm CT Veracruz 08/18 SAT 8:00pm CT Valle de Chaclo 08/25 SAT 8:00pm CT Mexico City (Arena Ciudad de Mexico, TripleMania)
Note that those are live event start times. The first match won't hit the ring until at least 30 minutes later. Tapings have been known to disappear without mention before.
That schedule doesn't make a lot of sense. AAA is currently taping two episodes of TV per taping. (They went as far as doing a second show open on Verano de Escandalo.) Taping two episodes every week creates another huge backlog. AAA could take TV off for two months after TripleMania because they'd have enough TV to last until far into October if they keep doing things they've done them. Something has to be changing. Either some of those AAA tapings are not going to happen, or some of those AAA tapings are AAA-ELITE tapings for a second TV show.
Martin Amaro Torres, who promoted the IWL wrestling promotion from the early part of this decade, passed away. That promotion includes a lot of indie luchadors who became bigger stars later, and was way ahead of anyone else in Mexico by doing iPPVs for a couple of their shows. SuperLuchas, which was close to the promotion when they're running, mentions Amaro Torres was a civil engineer who had saved money from his career and decided to use it on a wrestling promotion. It certainly seemed like a non-wrestling person with a lot of money running shows for fun at times.
Puma King will be wrestling for AroLucha on 06/17. He's the new name listed for that show who wasn't on the taping. The other people on the show were generally The Crash people and now are sort of AAA people.
LuchaWorld has the latest news update.
Segunda Caida writes about the Gran Alternativa final.
CMLL (MON) 06/11/2018 Arena Puebla
1) Arkalis, Rey Samuray, Star Jr. vs Disturbio, El Malayo, Hijo del Signo
2) Guerrero Maya Jr., Stuka Jr., Tritón vs Kawato San, Okumura, Universo 2000 Jr.
3) Cuatrero, Forastero, Sansón vs Ephesto, Luciferno, Mephisto [MEX TRIOS]
5th defense. Pushed back a week.
4) La Bestia Del Ring, Rush, Terrible vs Atlantis, Kráneo, Niebla Roja
5) Flyer, Soberano Jr., Volador Jr. vs Gran Guerrero, Titán, Último Guerrero [Relevos Increíbles]
Second try for the title match. Second try for the main event, which probably means it was meant to go somewhere. Flyer gets another main event.
Star Jr. is lower than usual, maybe because of the rudo/rudo tercera
Torta Super Astro (SAT) 06/23/2018 Arena Lopez Mateos
1) Divino Boy, Kalibus, Magnético vs Dr. Pólux Jr., Maremoto Jr., Murciélago Plateado
2) Ciclón & Dragosth vs Demasiado & Musashi and Astro Infernal & Lucifier
3) Montana, Syrus, Tackle vs Maravilla, Perro Negro, Terremoto
4) Lady Apache vs Zeuxis, Quetzal, Cinthia Moreno, Rossy Moreno, Mima Shimoda, Estrellita [G21 WOMEN]
5) Ricky Marvin & Silver King vs Hijo De Dos Caras & Steve Pain and Huma & Samoano
6) Imposible & Laredo Kid vs Demonio Infernal & Golden Magic and Ángelus Fly & Diamante
7) Baronessa vs Muñeca De Plata [mask]
8) Hijo de LA Park & LA Park vs La Máscara & Xtreme Tiger
The usual overstuffed card. They held a press conference to build up the Baronessa/Muneca mask match. Munca isn't wrestling a lot and she's a Brazo, so she'd be my guess to lose. Not really sure about it.


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The Nobel Prize committee has announced the 2013 Nobel Prize winner for Physics. Watch the Nobel Prize announcement live below.
It is Nobel Prize week. The Nobel Prize committee in Sweden is announcing the 2013 Nobel Prizes. The Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine, Physics, Chemistry, Peace, Economic Sciences and Literature are announced this week.
The 2013 Physics Nobel Prize has been announced just now. The winner of the 2013 Physics Nobel Prize are Francois Englert and Peter Higgs. The duo got the Physics Nobel Prize for their research into particle physics and the god particle.
Below you can watch the live coverage from the Nobel Prize announcement if you caught this story in time of broadcast.
We will cover all 2013 Nobel Prize winners as soon as they are announced.


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Bringing your dog to the Philippines is an thought to consider very fastidiously and very wisely as it takes great planning and energy on how your pet survives the stress that she or he will encounter on the flight. If my heart belongs to any trailer it is the Spartan. Beautiful in and out, it appeals to me more more than any other. I am going to this hyperlink often to see what is on the market and fake that I'm able to afford one. The Spartan Trailer Company made airplanes in the early days and the craftsmanship of their trailers continues to be evident as we speak.
Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte is often referred to as the Boracay of the North because of its high-quality white sands, numerous water actions (for those who are staying at private resorts) and naturally crystal blue waters. Nonetheless, in contrast to Boracay, it's a simple municipality. This is not the place to go for procuring or malls. In truth, there aren't even any ATM's so be sure to carry cash with you when you go to the place. Its Blue Lagoon beach is now becoming more famous however not many tourists go there, yet.
Though the time to travel to Santorini as acknowledged within the reserving reference is about eight hours, don't expect the ferry to be on time. For me, it truly took about 10 hours to get from Athens to Santorini (after all the mini delays right here and there). Therefore, I might not counsel planning anything (e.g. a flight) too near the arrival time stated in your reserving reference.
This is the commonest misconception and frustration on the passenger side when they're asked to pay more than the change price. From the agent's perspective, there may be far more than just finding you a seat, an agent must discover a seat in the same service class as per the unique ticket. If availability is zero in such class, sure guidelines should be adopted to upgrade, and so on.
re: jesse turner : Please contact Brazil consulate in Lima and clarify your situation. Should you go there in individual, I'm sure you'd get your Brazil visa accepted in few days. This is the most secure and fastest choice. Alternatively, you may mail passport to the usa, we can course of Brazil visa within the usa. But, it can take much longer and you'll have to stay in international country without your US passport.


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Ok, so it's been a long time since I did that follow-up post on our trip to Iceland at Christmas time. The trust is that those journalistic style blog posts, all glossy with a chunk of text, who has the time? So here's a load of pictures. We had an amazing time, drank a lot of coffee, went to a lot of swimming pools, stayed in the countryside and met a lot of cats. That's all you need to know. And, a word of advice: only rent a 4x4 if you intend to drive in the winter in Iceland. You may not survive otherwise.
So there you have it. I love fire hydrants and Iceland is fantastic.


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How do I protect myself on Social Media?
With all of the different social media platforms in the world today, it is incredible how far we have come since the advent of the internet in 1991.
Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram are some of the more common names. Best of all, we have them all at our fingertips, as most media forums are available via our smartphones and similar devices.
With all the fun interaction, writing on each other's walls, sharing funny pictures, and tweeting at our favorite celebrities, we still have to keep ourselves safe. Many predators and people with ill intent remain to lurk who can misappropriate passwords and identity or even tarnish our relationships. Acknowledging and taking precautionary measures is crucial.
Attached to each social media account, we must have a login/username and correlated password. Albeit keeping the same login information for each account may seem straightforward, the simpler the accessibility you are leaving for someone else. Your best bet is to switch up your login information for each account, even if it is only the password. Also, commit to never sharing your passwords with anyone. An ideal option is to write them down and keep them in a safe place where no one can get access to them.
The same advice can also apply toward non-social media accounts, such as your bank account, whose information can usually access on your phone or online.
Another aspect of safeguarding yourself is protecting your online reputation. Posting comments and pictures are part of the social culture; however, it is important to factor in your audience. A great rule of thumb is when in doubt, don't. While there may be no consequences, some very unlucky people have faced backlash, costing them their reputations. My best advice is not to post anything you would not want your grandparents to see. Give thought BEFORE you post.
The World Wide Web is a big area that you do not want to get caught up badly. Make smart decisions every day, including those online.
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Element Energy to lead study of a new on-street charging solution – from commercial case to customer acceptanceDecember 4, 2018
A new on-street charging solution will be studied in 2019Q1 with a view to deploying from 2019Q3. The Subsurface Technology for Electric Pathways (STEP) project involves the testing and evaluation of Trojan Energy's innovative on-street charging solution – a flush connection where the chargepoint is slotted into the ground. The charger aims to help solve the issue for those without access to off-street parking, which is currently a major barrier for electric vehicle (EV) uptake. A key advantage of the technology is no permanent footprint or major street clutter, as there is only equipment at the pavement edge when the vehicle is charging.
Trojan Energy eventually plan on fitting entire streets with the technology, so that no matter where a consumer parks on the street, they will be able to charge their EV. Up to 20 connectors can run in parallel, requiring only one network connection. This will in turn create opportunities for demand aggregation and related revenues to make the cost of owning and running EVs cheaper.
Element Energy will lead the feasibility study. Other collaborators in the STEP project are:
- Trojan Energy – the technology developer, already have a patent for the system
- Two local authorities: London Borough of Brent and Birmingham City Council
- UK Power Networks – the Distribution Network Operator of South East England, including Brent.
The STEP project is part of the Electric vehicle charging for public spaces: feasibility studies competition, funded by the Office for Low Emission Vehicles (OLEV) in partnership with Innovate UK.
Councillor Waseem Zaffar, Cabinet Member for Transport and Environment at Birmingham City Council, said: "In Birmingham, increased use of electric vehicles will play a key role in our work to reduce harmful emissions on our city's streets, but in order to do this we need to make sure that electric vehicle charging points are accessible to as many people as possible, including those who live in terraced houses or blocks of flats.
"I can speak from personal experience on this issue as I live in a terraced house and was looking to purchase an electric car, only to be told that charging could present problems, so I am delighted that we are now in a position where we can carry out a feasibility study to see if this innovative 'pull-up-out-of-the-ground' charging point scheme can provide a much-needed solution."
As a first phase of an innovation funding programme worth c£40m, 27 feasibility studies will analyse the application and impact of innovative technologies for EV charging.
Among these, 18 studies will focus on how a well-design, well integrated EV charging infrastructure in public spaces can help facilitate the adoption of EVs among local residents without access to home charging due to lack of off-street parking.
These projects will define feasibility and sustainable models to maximise effectiveness and impact of infrastructure deployment. The wide variety of technologies and business models analysed in these studies will help implement a charging infrastructure that is affordable, dependable, and fair for all road users, and making owning an EV an attractive proposition for all.
In a subsequent phase of the funding round, the best projects will be competing for funding for implementation of real-world demonstrators.
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The annual MTCES Golf Scramble is more than just 18 holes. The school's longest running fundraiser is a day of camaraderie, contests, and great eats and drinks. MTCES' 19th scramble will take place on Monday, September 25th, at Walden Ponds Golf Club in Indian Springs.
We enhance the game of golf with a putting contest, games on the course, the opportunity to tee off from the ladies tee, mulligans, raffles, and FOOD. You won't go hungry or thirsty at this event (lunch and Montgomery Inn dinner are included)! No matter your skill, you'll go home with a great MTCES giveaway and door prize.
All golf scramble contributions promote the sustainability of MTCES' highly sought after academic and faith formation program by funding educational initiatives, need-based tuition assistance, and technology upgrades. Proceeds also support the outfitting of classrooms in our new academic wing.
Mother Teresa Catholic Elementary School (MTCES) is an independent, private Catholic elementary school in Liberty Township established by a small group of parents in response to the growing demand for Catholic educational opportunities in the Butler/Warren area. Focused on academic excellence, faith, and community, it serves 495 students in grades kindergarten through eight.
7197 Mother Teresa Ln. Liberty Township, OH 45044 • (513) 779-6585 • mtces.org
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Hello there,
I have a strange issue since I have put new strings (Optima) on my beloved MD305. The A strings are not well in tune together, a weird intonation when I go up the fret. All the others strings are good.
What would cause this ? I didn't have this issue before with my Thomastik.


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This was kind of a weak week for outfits, I was feeling very blah. Can any of you relate? But hey hey hey it's Friday! We had a little snow storm over here in Chicago this week. No better way to greet the promise of March than with frozen precipitation (lol jk)!
Which outfit is your favorite?


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How To Get A Book Published – The Five Options You Have
Do you want to know how to get a book published?
The publishing world has changed dramatically in recent years.
Self-publishing has disrupted the publishing industry and caused all sectors to reconsider how to work in this new book market.
For first time authors, it can be a little confusing. But if you take the time to understand the different types of publishing that are available, you will make better choices.
If you are writing your book, it would be a good idea to start doing your research into the pros and cons of each publishing route.
A good start might be to read the free ebook, How to Go from First Draft to Published Author, published by ProWritingAid.
There are five ways you can hope to write and publish a book.
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1. A traditional publisher wants your book
Unless you are a very well-known celebrity, extremely newsworthy or a high-profile politician, this route is closed for you.
Big publishing companies like Simon & Schuster, Random House or HarperCollins are not going to be knocking on your door with a book contract.
However, if you do fit the bill of being a media highflyer, expect a huge advance in return for your signature.
The five big publishing houses are always fighting to find the BIG book of the year.
They have their wallets open for someone they think has enough name recognition, pulling power or even infamy to sell 50,000 copies in the first week.
Generally, this is for nonfiction books. Fiction books are rarely chased, with the most recent exception probably being Fifty Shades of Grey.
If you strike it lucky, expect that you won't even have to write your book. The publisher will more than likely hire a ghostwriter to do all the grunt work.
But if publishers are not knocking at your door, read on for more realistic publishing options.
2. The traditional route
Most established published authors have chosen the traditional way of getting their books published.
The first step is to find a literary agent to represent you. Your agent will then look for suitable publishing deals for your book.
But it is not easy to find an agent willing to represent you. If you are a new author, you will need to write a book proposal and a query letter to many agents in the hope of finding one who likes your idea.
You need to prepare yourself for many rejection letters and even no answers during this process.
Agents and publishers work closely together and know their business. They have an instinct for what will appeal to readers in their niche part of the book market.
Because of this, you should check with each agent you plan on approaching and make sure that your book is a good fit for what they are looking for. Most agents state this clearly on their websites.
If you have written a science fiction book, there is no hope that an agent looking for period romance will even look at your proposal.
The big benefit of taking this option is that if you do succeed, you will have access to professionals such as book editors and book cover designers. Your main focus will be on writing, with your agent and publisher looking after everything in the publishing process.
However, it takes a long time to get a book to press, so expect around a year between signing your contract and seeing your book in print.
More reading: How to Write a Book Proposal
3. Small press publishers
This is now a very popular option, especially for fiction writers.
There are thousands of independent small press publishers around the world. There are sure to be many in your country or even some in your local area.
Similar to the second option, you may need to send a query letter and perhaps some sample chapters. It will depend on the process that each small press takes.
The best way is to check their website and look for the submission guidelines. They don't usually ask for a full manuscript in the first instance.
There are so many variations as to what a small press publisher does, so check very carefully.
Because you are looking for a publishing contract between you and the publisher, you don't have the security of an agent acting for you.
Because of this, it is always wise to seek legal advice before you sign a publishing contract.
One question you must always ask is what happens to the rights to your published work if the publisher goes out of business. Many authors have lost the rights to their books under these circumstances.
If you need help publishing your book, a reputable small press is a great option. But don't rush in. Do your homework and be sure that the contract fulfils all your expectations.
Further reading: Is This Publisher Legit? How You Can Make Your Decision
4. Self-Publishing
Without a doubt, this is the most popular route for authors and writers today.
The biggest advantage is that you are guaranteed to get your book published because you will be doing all the work and publishing it yourself.
If you are new to publishing on Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Smashwords or Draft2Digital, it is a step-by-step learning curve.
It is not difficult, because thousands of authors like you have self-published.
However, as you will be responsible for everything, you will need to take the time to learn what you can do, and what services you will need to purchase.
In particular, most authors know that buying a professional book cover and hiring an editor or book designer are areas that can help in achieving some success.
Generally, though, the costs to self-publish are minimal.
Another big advantage of self-publishing is that your book royalties will be paid monthly, directly and in full to you by each publishing service for ebooks or print on demand paperback sales.
When you sign with a traditional or small press publisher, they will act as the middleman and pay your royalties, after deductions, and usually on a quarterly, semi-annual or annual basis.
Further reading if you are totally new to self-publishing: Self-Publishing: Expectations vs Reality For New Authors
5. Vanity publishing
The problem with vanity publishing is usually that new authors fall into the trap of thinking that a vanity publisher will do everything for them.
This is true of the production process, but it is not at all true for the most important part, which is marketing, promoting and selling your book.
With all the other options, the publisher pays the author. When you publish with a vanity press, it is you the author who pays the publisher.
Many new authors don't understand this when they sign a contract, and especially if the publisher has been aggressive or high-pressure in getting your signature, and money.
Unless you have money to burn, paying thousands of dollars to a vanity publisher is not your best publishing option. You should really consider finding a small press publisher or use a self-publishing company like Blurb to produce your books.
Please read our blog post regarding vanity publishing: Vanity Publishing And Self-Publishing Are Not The Same
You surely realise that the first option is not going to happen in reality.
The other reality is that vanity publishing is the last resort and is very expensive.
This leaves you with three viable options. If you've written a book and want to get it published, choose one of these.
Or, take it one at a time and try to find an agent first. Then if you are not successful, try for a small press.
But you always have the option to self-publish if you prefer.
More reading: You Need A Book Editor Yet It Is Far Too Expensive For You


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Tonight we're trying out a new recipe from Southern Living that we might have Christmas morning...
Breakfast Enchiladas...
They sound delicious for any meal...
1 pound package hot ground pork sausage
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
4 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
14 large eggs, beaten
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Cheese Sauce (See Below)
8 (8-inch) flour tortillas
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeños
Toppings: halved grape tomatoes, sliced green onions, chopped fresh cilantro
Cook sausage in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, stirring until sausage crumbles and is no longer pink. Remove from pan; drain well, pressing between paper towels. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add green onions and cilantro, and sauté 1 minute. Add eggs, salt, and pepper, and cook, without stirring, until eggs begin to set on bottom. Draw a spatula across bottom of pan to form large curds. Continue to cook until eggs are thickened but still moist; do not stir constantly. Remove from heat, and gently fold in 1 1/2 cups Cheese Sauce and sausage. Spoon about 1/3 cup egg mixture down the center of each flour tortilla; roll up. Place, seam side down, in a lightly greased 13- x- 9-inch baking dish. Pour remaining Cheese Sauce evenly over tortillas; sprinkle evenly with Monterey Jack cheese.
Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until sauce is bubbly.
Serve with desired toppings.
Cheese Sauce Ingredients
1/3 cup butter
1/3 cup flour
3 cups milk
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (4.5-ounce) can chopped green chiles, undrained
3/4 teaspoon salt
Melt butter in a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat; whisk in flour until smooth. Cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk; cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, 5 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat, and whisk in remaining ingredients.
The table is all set...
It's your turn.
Let's talk!
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Top Dating Tips for Women By a Man, The Soulmates Blog
Have you always dreamed to figure out what is going on ter a man's mind, te the very first few weeks
To women, wij fellows can seem like a bit of an enigma. If you call us too often, you're pushy. If you don't call us enough, you're cold. Figuring out what is going on ter a fellow's mind ter the very first few weeks of dating would indeed help a woman feel more assured, knowing that she is te control of the situation. But exactly how do you find out without asking him outright and getting a look like you've just asked him to marry you? How can you turn an awkward very first date with the man of your desires into the relationship you've dreamed of? Here are a few tips to get you moving te the right direction.
Never empty your glass – You might be wiggling like a leaf and nothing would lodge your nerves more than to knock back the glass of wine on your table, but trust mij, it's not worth it. If you want to stay ter control of the date and keep him interested then take it effortless and don't overindulge. If your date becomes your bf then there will be slew of opportunities for both of you to let your hair down. But a boy will most likely be a little startled if you knock back a few shots before dinner.
Think cautiously about inviting us back after a very first date – Yes, wij might well ask you but that doesn't necessarily mean wij want you to say yes. A smooch on your doorstep is enough to reassure us that you are interested but if you invite us ter for the night wij will embark to wonder if this happens to every fellow you date. This is a bit of a subconscious thing with dudes, and albeit wij think wij want to spend the night at your place after a very first date, ter the cold light of the morning after wij will be eased that it didn't toebijten.
Leave behind Facebook – If you want to let your friends know how much you loved that latte on the way to work this morning, or share a photo of the most encantador kitten playing a guitar that's well and good. But do you indeed want a fellow you just met to see all those old photos you've bot tagged te? Do you truly want him to know why your boss upset you so much today or how much weight you want to lose this year? Retain a bit of mystery and avoid sending him a friend request until you've got to know each other better. Speaking of which…
Pay attention to the introductions – Wij guys are utterly territorial (even tho' wij may not know it) and merienda wij've come to the conclusion that this is the woman wij want, wij'll begin telling things like "This is my gf, Sarah". Merienda he has embarked calling you his gf, honey, woman, or even his other half, he won't zekering. He has laid all his cards on the table without even realising it. Now you know he's taking this thing gravely and you can very likely zekering calling it dating and embark using the word relationship.
Don't call him everyday – It may from time to time seem spil however the masculine half of the population hasn't fully seized the concept of staying ter touch but trust mij wij know how to call you when you toevluchthaven't called us. If you call permanently to "just check in" then the chances are he'll feel strangled within a week and will lose rente or just assume you are a bit desperate. If you don't call, he'll begin to fright and think that you have a life that doesn't revolve around him. However, if he isn't calling or answering at all, then you might need to consider it's a sign he's not into you.
Do your own thing – Never make us the centre of your world. Dudes love doing their own thing, and they love a woman who does hier own thing even more. Drape out with your friends, go for a meal with your sister, have drinks after work, and after a certain amount of time you will both begin doing many of thesis things together. Take it leisurely and don't rush into spending every evening with your fresh man. He will want his own space and truly appreciate you if you give it to him.
A final note – Commitment scares the hell out of us. Of course, there are boys out there that will disagree but the vast majority of us are panicked stiff of the future. A week te advance, or possibly a month, is usually spil far spil wij are willing to commit after a few weeks or even months of dating. But just because wij are funked of it doesn't mean wij don't want it. Take it effortless and let him determine when he is ready to commit.
Now you're armed with thesis tips you should be feeling a little more certain about embarking on the roller coaster rail that is the dating spel but it's worth remembering (and here's the twist) that not all guys are the same. A bad relationship you had te the past should stay exactly there, te the past. Give a fresh boy the chance to prove himself.
So, how many of the above tips will be helpful to you on your next date? Half the joy is finding out, isn't it?


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The FTD® Cherished Friend™ Bouquet offers comfort and sympathy in the time of grief and loss. Bright white roses and Peruvian lilies are accented by lush greens and gorgeously arranged in a clear glass gathering vase to create a bouquet that will bring peace and show how much you care. Approx. 18H x 12W
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1.1 When an individual applies to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme, Disclosure Scotland carries out a check of criminal records in the UK, and in certain circumstances directly with UK Police Forces, to establish if any relevant information is held about the individual. If information is found, an assessment will be undertaken by Disclosure Scotland to decide if the person is unsuitable to be a PVG scheme member. This process could result in them being 'Listed and Barred' from working with vulnerable groups.
1.2 Once a person becomes a PVG Scheme member, their record is subject to continuous updating. This means that, if new vetting information comes to light during the time of their PVG Scheme membership, Disclosure Scotland will assess it to determine if it has an impact on the person remaining in the PVG Scheme. This information could, for example, be provided by a Police force or by the Courts following a criminal conviction or due to reported consistent behaviours which might deem an individual unsuitable to be working with /volunteering with any vulnerable groups.
1.3 Disclosure Scotland will assess the information to see whether it may be necessary for the individual to be added to the Children's list and/or the Adults' list. Sometimes, the information will not meet the statutory tests for further consideration and will be dismissed. If the initial tests are met, the second stage is a full assessment, called 'Consideration for Listing', in order to establish if the individual is unsuitable to work with vulnerable groups. Whilst the individual is under consideration for listing, this information would appear on any Disclosure record requested during that time.
1.4 If a person is being considered for Listing, either at the point of joining the PVG Scheme or whilst a member, then the National Safeguarding Co-ordinator, as the lead collator of the PVG scheme for the Catholic Church in Scotland, would be informed by Disclosure Scotland. If contacted, the National Safeguarding Co-ordinator would then alert the respective Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser regarding the individual who is being considered for Listing. This is intended to ensure that the applicant does not commence his/her role or, if already in post, should is suspended from this role until a final decision has been made by Disclosure Scotland.
1.5 Once the decision has been made, Disclosure Scotland will inform the applicant and the office that collated the original PVG application (for most, the Scottish Catholic Safeguarding Service). When informed by Disclosure Scotland, the NSC must immediately inform the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser or Religious Congregation. The DRAMT must then be convened to consider if the volunteer can commence (or continue) in the role, if the decision has been that he/she will not be Listed. If the applicant is 'Listed & Barred', it would be illegal for him/her to apply for a PVG in order to commence (or to continue) any work involving contact with children, young people and vulnerable groups. If the individual were a parish volunteer, the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser must inform the Parish Priest and the Parish Safeguarding Co-ordinator.
1.6 If a church employee has been dismissed or a volunteer has been deemed unsuitable to be working with any vulnerable groups, there is a legal requirement on a Diocese to refer the individual to Disclosure Scotland for consideration under the 'Listing & Barring' process. The DRAMT must consider all grounds for making such a referral and make an appropriate recommendation to the Bishop / Major Superior who must be the signatory to the referral. Guidance on the completion of a referral is available from Disclosure Scotland.109https://www.mygov.scot/pvg-referrals/
1.7 Disclosure Scotland will carry out an initial assessment of the information to see whether it may be appropriate for the individual to be included on the Children's list and/or the Adults' list. Sometimes, the information will not meet the statutory tests for further consideration and will be dismissed at this stage. If the initial tests are met, the second stage is consideration for 'Listing', in order to establish if the individual is unsuitable to work with vulnerable groups. Whilst the individual is under consideration for Listing, this information would appear on any Disclosure record requested during that time. If the outcome of the consideration process is that the individual is not barred, the organisation must not treat the individual any differently on the grounds of the consideration case than it did before.
1.8 'Listing', in the context of the PVG Scheme, means the inclusion of an individual's name on the DWCL (Disqualified from Working with Children List) or the DWAL (Disqualified from Working with Adults List) maintained by Disclosure Scotland. Once 'Listed', an individual is 'Barred' from any voluntary or paid work that might bring him/her into contact with any vulnerable groups. Some individuals are placed on one list; others are placed on both. Some can be listed for a short period (several months or a few years); others can be listed for longer periods (10 years+ or permanently).
1.9 In 2015 all eight Scottish Dioceses decided that, if any applicant is listed on either List, then he/she must not be allowed to take up any paid or voluntary position which involves contact with children, young people or vulnerable adults within the Catholic Church in Scotland.


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Mokume Gane & Cobalt Chrome Domed Band
Mokume Gane & Cobalt Chrome Domed Band
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Cobalt Chrome 6mm Domed Band with 3mm Sterling Silver and Palladium White Gold Mokume inlay. Comfort Fit.
Cobalt Chrome is a lustrous, hypoallergenic metal. This bright white metal has a nice heft and will stand up to wear and tear. Mokume Gane is an ancient metalworking process that creates unique, swirled patterns in precious metals. The name means "wood grain" in Japanese.
*All Bands are lifetime guaranteed (some exclusions will apply)
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A manipulated photo of Mt. Shasta, a city named Telos is said to be beneath the mountain and his home to the Lemurians. Often described as a spiritual place on Earth.
Hollow Earth Theory, The Greatest Kept Secret of All Time or is it?
The Hollow Earth Theory has been mentioned by Jesus in the Bible (I believe in the story of Lazarus), was part of much controversy surrounding Admiral Byrd's Antarctic Explorations, was referred to in ancient Egypt mythology, also is connected to ancient Sumerian texts.
The no fly zones over both poles may have worked during the Cold War era, but I see no reason to keep the restrictions in place now. Hollow Earth explains a lot mysteries that still to this day baffle scientists, including the true nature of gravity. The Northern Lights or Aurora Borealis can be easily explained as light from the inner sun radiating out from the opening in the North Pole, which NASA carefully photoshops to keep the public from seeing it in pictures of Earth from space. With the no fly zone in place this cannot be verified independently.


text: Goalkeeper Coaching for Girls in Ireland is a HUGE priority for Just4Keepers as Ladies football gets more popular through out the world of Football. J4K Ireland coach around 15 girl keepers each week and two of them have been selected to represent Ireland in the St. georges tournament in the UK. Amanda Mc Quillan & Naoisha McAloon (pictured in the squad) were called up to represent there country in this prestigious tournament, it was even more of an acheivement as the two girls are playing ahead of there own age group, J4K Coach Matt Gregg stressed the importence of specialised Goalkeeping Coaching for Girls 'Amanda & Naoisha who attended the J4K Advanced summer camp in Dcu are a match for all the boys in there age group, Naoisha who has been training with me for over 4 years now has worked so hard to acheive this success, sometimes attending 3 sessions per week, Naoisha has improved her Gaolkeeping immensely since joining J4K and will only keep improving, this is great reward fo all her hard work' Amanda who trains with J4K Coach Steve Williams has also impressed with here disire to work hard and improve her goalkeepeing skills, this is proof that Goalkeeper Coaching for girls will improve and help young girl keepers acheive there ambitions. Any Girl keepers wishing to attend just4Keepers visit www.just4keepers.ie and find your nearest venue


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My marathon training is really started to take its toll on my body. On the plus side I am now in better shape than I have ever been but at the same time I am finding it hard to sleep and therefore I am tired all the time.
I've started to live by a few new rules: I stick to a sleep routine; I avoid caffeine; I try not to eat sugary sweets after 2pm; and I leave my laptop in my living room. (I also avoid watching Dexter after 7pm as it leaves me thinking: Why didn't he… when I am trying to sleep!)
And then I found out that all of my above rules are popular myths. So…
It's ok to sleep in at the weekends. If I can still fit my training into the day it's better for me to enjoy a few extra hours on a Saturday or Sunday morning. It is recovery time after all. Research suggests that it is best to only snooze for an extra hour or two come Saturday and Sunday. Otherwise it is difficult to get to sleep in the evening but that extra hour really can help when it comes to recovering from a busy week.
I work until 7pm most evenings so I was concerned that exercising late in the evenings was preventing me from switching off come 10pm. But according to my local fitness trainer this can actually help me fall asleep. If I can do 35 mins of training and finish two hours before bedtime I'll be out for count in no time. This is great news considering that I am now running back from work.
And if all of the above doesn't work I may have to book a holiday so I can properly get into relaxation mode, although I will have to wait until after the marathon for this!


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North Korea is Using the Latest is Helmet Technology
Flicking through a fabulous collection of our supreme leader, Kim Jong-un looking at stuff, I discovered that North Korea is using the latest and greatest in outdoor safety technology.
What do we see below on these fine-young sky divers heads? Yep, those are Pro-Tec helmets circa 1994? It goes to show that a well-designed product that is basically just moulded plastic will last forever. In fact if you go to any good white water paddling school and you are bound to see a bucket full of these bad-boys ready to be rented out to students for $5 a day.
If you are keen at keeping with the latest North Koran trends you can still get one of those classic designs if you know where to look (ahem, Ebay).
Interested in seeing what else our leader approved of or at least stared at? Here is the full collection below.
Top photo credit: Reno_Whitewater_Kayak_0179 | Flickr - RenoTahoe http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/deed.en_CA / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0


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Sleep Master
Why use Sleep Master wireless XPAP data transfer?
*Saves wear and tear on your XPAP machine SD card slot.
*Prevents corruption of your data by some computer operating systems.
*Reduces the chance of damaging your SD card through handling.
*Transfers and stores your data in it's original format.
*Prevents forgetting to put your SD card back into your machine.
*It's very convenient if you check your sleep data frequently.
*Anything that makes using XPAP easier is a good thing!
Will the W-04 model FlashAir work with Sleep Master?
Yes, it has been tested with Sleep Master.
I have a Home Portal 3801HGV router and can not get Sleep Master to work.
The FlashAir card and Sleep Master are not compatible with Broadband IP Addresses, which this
router uses by default.
When running Sleep Master setup, my S9 wants to reformat the FlashAir card when I move it back to the S9.
This is normal. Sleep Master will reinstall the FlashAir configuration file during your first data copy.
Do not unplug your S9 or remove the FlashAir from your S9 until you have completed your first data copy.
My XPAP machine "freaked" when I put the FlashAir SD card in it after running Sleep Master setup!
As of version 126.96.36.199 and up Sleep Master will remove the "System Volume Information" files that
Windows 8.1 writes to it. These files caused some XPAP machines to reject or reformat the SD card.
Will Sleep Master work for Resmed Airsense 10?
Yes, as of Version 188.8.131.52 and up!
How do I report a bug or problem with Sleep Master?
Contact me by submitting the contact form.
What if my XPAP machine is not listed as supported?
You can try the new "Generic" XPAP type available in v18.104.22.168 and up. If it does not work for your machine,
then contact me using the contact page if you are willing to send me a zipped copy of your SD card and I will
see if I can add compatibility for your machine.


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Sunbeam Ring
Sunbeam Ring
Embodying in the light of the sun, she danced in pure bliss and harmony. She felt a lightness in her heart and thanked her citrine ring for supporting her boundless expression of joy.
Throughout history, people believed that citrine carried the ability to calm tempers, soothe anger and manifest desires, especially prosperity. To leverage these powers, Egyptians used citrine gems as talismans, the ancient Greeks carved iconic images into them, and Roman priests fashioned them into rings.
- Sterling Silver
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3444 S Campbell Ave, Suite G
Springfield, MO 65807
Located in the Shamrock Center
Come join us for our Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church 35th Annual Harvest Home Festival and paint a master piece while you are here! ALL ARE WELCOME!
We have 3 classes being offered. All three classes will be at the festival and are listed on the Painting with a Twist calendar as SEAS Harvest Home Festival on Sept. 7th & 8th. To register for a class use the Password: seas.
• If you're coming with others, but making reservations separately; give us your group's name in the Special Request box. We'll seat you together!
• PAYMENT POLICY: Payment is due at the time of the reservation to guarantee your seat. If you choose not to pay online, please call our studio to make payment by phone (417-755-7760) or visit our studio in person for payment.
• REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY: A refund or store credit will be given for individuals canceling by 8/31/2017. "No shows" will not be issued store credit or refunds. No refund or store credit will be given after 8/31/2017. (Please leave a voice message if calling after hours, 417-755-7760).
• If you are 15 minutes late to the class, you will not be allowed to paint and your payment will be forfeited.
• Painting with a Twist reserves the right to cancel classes for unforeseen circumstances. Registrants will be notified at least 24 hours prior to class time and refunds will be processed.
• Ages 8 and up
Festival Location: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church - 2200 W. Republic Rd. Springfield, MO
Festival Information: Contact Linda Glendenning @ 417-496-2784
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REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellation Policy: Please note our policy to cancel applies to individuals in all public and private events. If you notify the studio more than 48 hours from your reservation date, a full refund minus a $5 processing fee will be issued upon request. If you notify the studio 48 hours or less from your reservation date a studio credit will be issued for your use towards a future class. If you notify the studio 2 hours or less from the class start time, no refund or credit will be issued. Bad Weather: Class will cancel if a weather emergency is declared or we determine the roads to be too unsafe to travel on, otherwise our cancellation policy is as stated above. In the rare case of a class cancelling due to poor weather conditions, studio credit will be issued to all registered guests. Please see our website for updates in a case of questionable weather. Late Arrivals: If you arrive 15 minutes or more late you may not be allowed to paint and lose the registration fee. Please arrive no later than 10 minutes before the scheduled class time and we will have a blast!
We are BYOB. You may bring in any alcohol or non-alcohol drinks. Food is permitted as well. Alcohol is NOT allowed during family or kids classes. Guests must be at least 21 years old to consume alcohol at the studio.We supply plastic wine cups and opener.
Regularly scheduled classes - ages 18+; FUN 4 ALL classes - open to all ages (8+ recommended).For the Consideration of all the guests painting.NO BABIES OR INFANTS ALLOWED!!


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Day 275, January 21, 2013 (Ocean Reef Club, Key Largo, FL): Here we are, heading out into the Hawk Channel fleeing Whale Harbor and Holiday Isle. The picture does not give the breeze its due. Wind is clocking at 25 but the water is too shallow to kick up. We are getting only a salt spray from our own wake. Nevertheless, it is good to get out after waiting out the wind for the last five days. Once out in the channel we were getting pounded by 6-footers and the occasional rogue with tops blowing off of the waves. Behind Pennekamp Reef the surface status was more accommodating with a moderate chop and blowing water.
After nearly 6,000 miles of travel we have not encountered a place quite as superlative as the Ocean Reef Club. We owe a big thank you to Carlos De Quesada, son Judah's business associate. Carlos hosted us in absentia with the use of his slip. We planned on three days but we will have been here for almost two weeks. It will be hard to leave but leave we must before we overstay our welcome. We must begin making our way north.
Ocean Reef is a comprehensive exclusive living environment with mostly low rise habitation among the preserved reef vegetation. The complex occupies 4,000 acres with a tennis center, golf courses, swimming pools, staffed activities for children of all ages (3 to 100), sailing, kayaking, a cultural center showing first run films, plays, musical events, and speakers, an art center for painting, photography complete with lab, potting, woodworking, and much more. There is a village with a market, restaurants, chandlery, shops, and whatever else you might conjure. As a guest or a member all one needs anywhere for transacting is a guest card or member number. Nobody has a hand out for money.
The marina offers place for 175 boats ours being among the smallest. The docks are floating and fixed and built out to withstand storms. Shelter in the marina is 360 degrees. Below is an example of the boats around us at the dock.
During the last few days the club hosted a catch-and-release sailfish tournament. Sixty-one sportfishing boats participated most being in the 60-foot plus range. Small boats participated, too, and did their fair share of catching. At the end of the day the boats line up and enter the channel in a line. At the left a pellie leads the way. Below, the boats parade into
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On June 5. 2005 ELNORA J. MASTERS; beloved sister of Kay L., James W. and Dr. Jason M. Masters, PHD and the late Van and Robert A. Masters; dear aunt of Jean Winterstein, Robert V., James M., Richard and Dr. Jason M. Masters, MD. Visitation Tuesday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. at the Cvach/Rosedale Funeral Home, 1211 Chesaco Ave. Funeral Services Wednesday 11:30 A.M. Interment Gardens of Faith Cemetery. MOORE, died at the Regional Medical Center, loving husband of the late Margaret Feeney, father of Edward and wife Mary Jane of Raleigh, NC, Lawrence and wife Peggy of Baltimore, MD, Roland of Aberdeen, MD, David and wife Anne of Bel Air, MD, Mary Moore and husband Keith Boenning of Reisterstwon, MD , brother of Roland E. Moore of Fayetteville, AR, brother-in-law to Theresa Bonitt of Sea Isle City, NJ, grandfather of 7 and great-grandfather of 2. His Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday in the Sacred Heart R.C. Church, 1010 E. Landis Ave., Vineland, NJ, with burial to follow in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Vineland. Relatives and friends will be received on Wednesday morning from 9:00 to 10:30 A.M. at the Pancoast Funeral Home, 676 S. Main Rd., Vineland, NJ. For those who wish memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 2550 Rt 1, North Brunswick, NJ 08902-4301. To e-mail condolences and/or tributes, please visit www.pancoastfuneralhome.com.
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OAKLAND -- It's a tale as old as time. The A's build up crazy momentum and then Justin Verlander takes it all away. The Detroit Tigers beat the A's 7-3 on Saturday and Verlander is now 5-0 in his last five starts against the A's. Over that span, he has allowed three runs in 35 innings.
The Tigers' ace snapped the A's nine-game winning streak. He also stalled a red-hot A's team in Game One of the American League Division Series in 2012, and ended the A's season in Game Five, after they had won two games in a row to even the series at two apiece.
The A's struggled with both Verlander and home plate umpire Andy Fletcher. The umpire drew criticism from A's batters and manager Bob Melvin, who eventually was ejected for arguing balls and strikes.
At the Plate
The A's jumped to an early lead on Verlander. It would be short lived, though. Seth Smith and Josh Donaldson reached on back-to-back singles. Derek Norris drove Smith home when he crushed a ball that bounced off Miguel Cabrera's glove.
The A's had a similar rally in the fourth inning, but this time Smith and Donaldson both reached on walks. Verlander bounced back and struck out Eric Sogard and beat Norris with a strikeout looking to work his way out of the inning.
Verlander was too much for the A's offense to handle, especially with three of their best hitters out of the starting lineup. Yoenis Cespedes was put on the DL before the game, and Coco Crisp was out with a left groin strain.
When Verlander left the game, Oakland rallied against reliever Al Aburquerque, who infamously caught a ball and kissed it against the A's in the playoffs. Sogard and Norris both drew walks and later scored when Young hit a two-run double to cut into the Tigers' lead and made it 7-3.
The A's responded to their skipper's ejection in the eighth inning by loading the bases. Bench coach Chip Hale called for Jed Lowrie to pinch hit with two outs, but he struck out looking to end the inning and leave three stranded base runners.
Starting Pitching Report
Brett Anderson had an uncharacteristically bad start. He gave up seven runs and a career-high tying three home runs. It is unclear if the thumb contusion he suffered against the Astros last Sunday effected his control. He did have an extra day off prior to his start on Saturday.
The A's took the lead in the second inning, but Anderson had trouble with the shutdown frame. He allowed a monstrous solo home run to Torii Hunter that cleared the left field bleachers and landed just shy of the luxury suites.
Prince Fielder gave the Tigers the lead when he clubbed a solo home run to right field to start the third. Fielder started a stretch of five Tigers' hitters that would reach base consecutively. With two on and no outs, Jhonny Peralta hit a three-run home run to left field to give Detroit a 5-1 lead.
On the pitch before Peralta's home run, Anderson slipped and fell in his followthrough. Verlander also had trouble with the same spot on the mound in the fourth inning.
Anderson left the game after allowing an RBI double in the sixth inning.
Bullpen Report
Pat Neshek entered in relief of Anderson in the sixth inning and allowed an RBI double to Austin Jackson. The run was charged to Anderson. Neshek stayed in the game and pitched through the eighth inning.
Evan Scribner pitched a scoreless ninth inning.
In the Field
The A's left side of the infield opened the game with two stunning plays. Donaldson made a nice stop and throw on a ball hit by Jackson to start the game. On the next play, Andy Parrino made a full extension diving play to rob Hunter of a single.
The A's announced a sell-out crowd of of 35,067.
Dot Race
I got hungry and went for a hot dog. As a result, I missed the dot race. Apologies.
Up Next
The A's and Tigers will play the rubber match of the series on Sunday. Jarrod Parker (0-1, 6.48 ERA) will take the mound against the Tigers and Anibal Sanchez (1-0, 1.50 ERA) draws the start for the Tigers.


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You see, I am one of the people who lives prophylactically and sensibly and sanely hour after hour, day after day. Oh, I've had my moments; and if I had to do it all over again, I'd have more of them. In fact, I'd try to have nothing else. Just moments, one after another instead of living so many years ahead of each day. I have been one of those people who never go anywhere without a thermometer, a hot water bottle, a gargle, a raincoat, asprin and a parachute.
If I had it to do all over again, I would go places, do things and travel lighter than I have. If I had my life over, I would start bare-footed earlier in the spring and stay that way later in the fall. I would play hookey more , I wouldn't make such good grades except by accident. I would ride more merry-go-rounds. I'd pick more daisies!
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"This is the true joy in life. . .being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one; the being thoroughly worn out before you are thrown on the scrap heap; the being a force of Nature instead of a feverish selfish little clod of ailments and grievances complaining that the world will not devote itself to making you happy." George Bernard Shaw said it and it is true.
I majored in Acting at San Francisco State University and one semester I played Barbara in Major Barbara, written by Shaw, which I rehearsed in the mornings. At the same time I was rehearsing in the evenings and on weekends for the role of Martirio in Garcia Lorca's The House Of Bernarda Alba, another beautiful play by another amazing writer. The plays opened two weeks apart, and I was taking eighteen units and working part time. My boyfriend (now my husband) was also at SFSU majoring in directing, also acting in Major Barbara, carrying the same class load and working part time. I did the same thing in grad school right after; powered through 24 units per semester, played a bunch of lead roles simultaneously, finished my acting MA and switched to Playwriting, completed my Writing MFA in two years and during all this we were exhausted all the time and we never had more fun. Because how lucky to be able to have our health, get student loans and be able to attend college at all, majoring in what we loved and hoped to use to make the world somehow better, have jobs that let us limp along in our tiny apartment and eat ramen noodles now and then, be cast in amazing roles in amazing plays, sleep every once in a while - the best.
What I love most about my husband is this very thing in him; this refusal to complain, to just shut up and do what needs to be done and have fun doing it and if it doesn't work out clam your yapper and pick yourself up and move the hell on, because it is true: The world owes no one anything. Life owes no one anything. We are so lucky to be here at all, the odds of any of us being born - when you consider the math involved in the billions of zygotes that could have formed and yet we won that lottery - anything less than eternal gratitude and grabbing life by the hoo ha and being brave and doing everything you can to help people who need a hand every single day seems blasphemous. My husband's favorite thing to say is, "Oh, brother! Shut the hell up and get it done!" He knows what's up. Shaw knew what's up.
What does this have to do with NaNoWriMo? Everything! They schedule it in November for crying out loud! The start of the busiest time of the year for lots of people, all kinds of winter festivities are coming up which involve cooking and cleaning and shopping and school plays and soccer tournaments and also some people really, really need extra help just to live as the weather gets colder and oh my God it never ends and then somewhere in there you're supposed to indulge in the extravagance of finding time to write nearly 2000 words per day?
Yes! Yes, you are!
I cram a lot of stuff into each day, and it's really easy as the months go by to lose sight of the gratitude I have every single second for being alive, having a home and food and being able to care for my child and be able to help people who need it and also for criminey's sake I SOLD A BOOK the luckiest thing of all - NaNoWrimo reminds me how lucky I am, makes me get down to business, get to work. No matter what else is happening, that word count must get done, and NOT at the expense of my kid's mental or physical well being so I better figure it the hell out. It is a reminder of upping my work ethic, the daily putting words on a page, the not being a feverish little clod complaining, "I was going to write, but then..." No! There is no room, no time, no excuse for that crap. Life is precious and short, no complaining, no excuses, just write! Be brave, be brilliant or awful but get it done - and be grateful for the opportunity. Some of the words will end up deleted, some may be worth saving, some of them could become a book, and maybe that book will be part of people's lives, part of how they see the world, maybe it will be a reason someone feels less lonely or inspired to be brave about something in their own life - books matter. Gratitude matters. NaNoWriMo is a beautiful thing I treasure, it is how my first book was born, and where the first draft of my next one will be completed.
Thanks, NaNo. Thank you, G.B. Shaw. Onward!


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Like bikepacking routes? Sure you do. Bikepacking Roots, a 501(c)3 non-profit spearheaded by bikepacking legend Kurt Refsnider, creates routes, advocates to land managers regarding access and conservation, and brings bikepackers together across the country. In support of this worthy effort, we're donating a portion of all sales from May 7-13 to Bikepacking Roots! If you'd like to contribute to Bikepacking Roots and score some excellent gear at the same time, simply make a purchase between May 7-13. A few lucky customers will also receive a limited-edition Bikepacking Roots t-shirt or hat! And, of course, you can always contribute directly to Bikepacking Roots here: bikepackingroots.org/donate.html Thanks for the support!


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New Scholarship Established to Send Family Members of Fallen Officers to Law School
New Scholarship Established to Send Family Members of Fallen Officers to Law School
NIC CEO and Ride4Cops Founder, Harry Herington, creates scholarship for University of Kansas School of Law students
OLATHE, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Harry Herington, Chief Executive Officer of NIC Inc. (NASDAQ: EGOV) and founder of Ride4Cops, has established a scholarship fund for students at the University of Kansas School of Law. The fund will benefit family members of law enforcement officers who were killed in the line of duty.
Herington created the Families of Fallen Officers Law Scholarship Fund through KU Endowment, marking one of the largest scholarships to be offered by the University of Kansas School of Law.
"Attending law school at the University of Kansas was a pivotal moment in my career path," said Herington. "Before law school, it was my law enforcement career that taught me the importance of supporting the families of fallen officers. Through this scholarship and my Ride4Cops initiative, I will continue my commitment to supporting the families of fallen officers and give others a similar life-changing experience at the University of Kansas School of Law."
Herington established Ride4Cops in 2009 to create awareness about the inherent dangers of law enforcement and to support the families of fallen officers. His goal is to ride his Memorial Bike customized Harley-Davidson motorcycle to each State Capitol, holding events to raise money and support for the families of fallen officers. To date, Herington has held 26 state Ride4Cops events, riding the Memorial Bike nearly 30,000 miles and raising more than $500,000 for nonprofit organizations that support law enforcement.
This year Herington is holding eight Ride4Cops state capitol events, with the next rally to be held on August 23 at the Statehouse in Hartford, Conn. The Today Show recently featured Herington's Massachusetts Ride4Cops event on August 17. The Boston event paid tribute to the tragic events of the April Boston Marathon bombing and the death of MIT Officer Sean Collier, and remembered all 340 Massachusetts law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. Herington's goal is to raise enough money to send every child of a fallen New England officer to a special retreat.
To donate to this cause or for more information about Ride4Cops, visit http://www.ride4cops.com.
About NIC
NIC is the nation's leading provider of official government websites, online services, and secure payment processing solutions. The company's innovative eGovernment services help reduce costs and increase efficiencies for government agencies, citizens, and businesses across the country. The family of NIC companies provides eGovernment solutions for more than 3,500 federal, state, and local agencies across the United States. Additional information is available at http://www.egov.com.
About Ride4Cops
Ride4Cops, founded in 2009, raises awareness of the inherent dangers of law enforcement and the sacrifices made by fallen officers' families. The organization achieves its mission by holding motorcycle rides in conjunction with local law enforcement in every U.S. state capital city. Additional information is available at http://www.ride4cops.com.
NIC Inc.
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NECHAMA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit based out of Minnesota providing natural disaster response, rebuild, and preparedness training services nationwide. We maintain a small Core Mission Support team so that the majority of donations support direct service to storm-affected families and communities. Your donation to NECHAMA is tax-deductible as allowed by law.
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Your donation will help NECHAMA be prepared and ready so we can respond to the disaster-stricken families at their greatest time of need.
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People think that to prepare for difficulties, you just fortify yourself from the outside. You stock up your house with food, or you just try to take a more defensive position. Or in extreme cases, you act as if you were on the verge of war, and you remove yourself to some distant location far away in the country, you arm yourself, and you look at everything fearfully.
However, the inner preparation is more important than the outer preparation. For you do not know what you are preparing for yet. You cannot tell how things will go. And because you are ultimately here to serve humanity rather than to run away from humanity, you are really not engaging with the truth about your life if you simply try to build security for yourself.
That is why the inner preparation is essential.
From The Great Waves of Change, Chapter 4