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Committee to examine post-Brexit funding
A NEW inquiry will examine how funding which currently flows to Wales through the EU will be replaced or reshaped after the UK leaves the EU.
The National Assembly's Finance Committee intends to look at what preparations the Welsh Government is making for different scenarios and which funding models could deliver the best possible benefits for Wales.
Currently more than £2 billion is allocated to Wales through EU Structural funding between 2014 and 2020. The money is targeted at:
- Research and Innovation (funding of £239 million for West Wales and the Valleys and £71 million for East Wales);
- SME Competitiveness (funding of £166 million for West Wales and the Valleys and £32 million for East Wales);
- Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (funding of £137 million for West Wales and the Valleys and £18 million for East Wales); and
- Connectivity and Urban Development (funding of £401 million for West Wales and the Valleys and £38 million for East Wales)
Further funding comes from the Common Agricultural Policy, the Rural Development Programme, the Ireland-Wales European Territorial Co-Operation Programme, the European Maritime Fisheries Fund, and Horizon 2020.
In total Wales receives more than double the amount of money per person than any other region of the UK: "Wales is a net beneficiary of European funding, but when the UK leaves the EU in 2019 all that will come to an end," said Simon Thomas AM, Chair of the Finance Committee.
"We accept that Brexit negotiations are ongoing but Wales can't just sit and wait to find out what happens. People and businesses need to know what will or could replace the funding we currently benefit from.
"We will be asking the Welsh Government what plans they have in place, how much is it going to take and are there alternatives which would suit Wales better in the long term."
The terms of reference for the inquiry are:
- To assess the financial planning for replacing EU funding streams in Wales, and what is being done to prepare for different potential scenarios around levels of funding and administrative responsibility; and,
- To explore what approaches to administering replacements for current EU funding streams might deliver best for Wales, and to what extent these might replicate or differ from current arrangements.
A public consultation will be open until May 118. Anyone wishing to contribute should visit the Finance Committee's webpages for more information.
Disabled people hit hardest by changes to benefits
CHANGES to the welfare system over the past ten years have left disabled adults four times worse off financially than non-disabled adults, according to new research commissioned by the Disability Benefit Consortium, a coalition of over 80 UK disability organisations.
While many people who receive welfare support have experienced cuts of an average of £300 as a result of changes to the welfare system, disabled people have typically lost around £1,200 per year.
. The research, funded by the Three Guineas Trust, is the first comprehensive study looking specifically at the cumulative impact of welfare changes on disabled people, and conducted by the University of East Anglia, the University of Glasgow and Landman Economics.
The research also found:
. The more disabilities you have the more you lose out, for example someone who has six or more disabilities loses over £2,100 each year on average, whereas someone with one disability loses around £700 each year.
Households with one disabled adult and one disabled child lose out the most, with average losses of over £4,300 per year.
Today's report by the Disability Benefits Consortium (DBC), 'Has welfare become unfair – the impact of changes on disabled people', which is based on this research, looks at the financial impact and lived experiences of welfare reform on disabled people over the past ten years.
As part of the research, 50 people living with a variety of conditions and disabilities were interviewed about their experiences. People said that they found the application and assessment processes highly stressful, and that they did not feel trusted, and constantly challenged.
The DBC also state that the current system has become so complex and dysfunctional, that many disabled people have found it has had a devastating impact on their wider health and wellbeing.
Pam McGee, 48, from Kent, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in 1994, which severely impacts her mobility. After a PIP assessment in 2017 she lost the higher rates for both the mobility and daily living components, which means her support was cut by £290 a month and she no longer qualifies for a Motability car. She's now appealing the decision and says the stress caused by this process has impacted her health. She said: "If I lost my car, I don't know how I'd carry on. I'm terrified I'll be out of a job because without the car I won't be able to get anywhere. If I can't work at the age of 48, I would lose all of my pride. People always ask 'What's your name and what do you do?' My job is what defines me.
"In the last 10 weeks I've had a massive relapse. I went dizzy and lost all feeling in my left leg. When I spoke to my neurologist he said the relapse was probably caused by stress. I've also been depressed and eating less.
"PIP has caused me and my family a lot of anxiety and stress. It's caused my MS symptoms to worsen, which has reduced my mobility, confidence, and ability to take care of myself physically as well as mentally."
The DBC say that the failure to include disability premiums as part of Universal Credit, and poorly designed assessment criteria are just two examples of the problems that are leaving disabled people worse off and is calling on the Government to make urgent improvements to the welfare system to ensure it works for everyone.
Michael Griffin, Research Lead for the DBC and Senior Policy Adviser at Parkinson's UK, said: "For the first time, our research has shown just how much disabled people are bearing the brunt of the disastrous changes to welfare.
"Many disabled people have not yet even experienced the full extent of the cuts because they are still waiting to be moved over to Universal Credit. However, when this happens there will be a surge in poverty among those who are already at a crisis point.
"This is simply disgraceful and cannot be allowed to continue. The Government must make urgent improvements to the application processes and assessment criteria, and resolve the flaws in Universal Credit before more people are denied the support they desperately need to live independently."
Carers Week: Eluned Morgan AM says thanks to carers everywhere
by Eluned Morgan AM
WE'VE just celebrated 'Carers Week'; an opportunity to say a massive 'Thank You' to all carers everywhere. No matter what age you are, who you care for and support, where you live or how much time it takes, every act of caring matters and deserves to be recognised.
Every day, people start caring for the first time. Carers are often hidden from view – putting their own health and wellbeing to the back of the queue. Many can become socially isolated, and some face financial pressures as a result of juggling work life with caring responsibilities.
We know that there are at least 370,000 carers in Wales (that's more than the population of Cardiff) and that three in five of us will undertaking a caring role at some point in our lives. The latest census revealed that there were at least 15,000 carers in Pembrokeshire, a figure that probably underestimates reality.
I had the opportunity to meet carers from across the region in an event organised by Carers UK at the National Assembly. It became apparent from my conversations that, for many, it is a challenge to know how or where to get help. Caring can creep up unnoticed: for many, it begins with parents suddenly being unable to manage alone, or a partner's health gradually becoming worse.
But it is important to know that there is support available and people shouldn't put off asking for help. Organisations like Carers UK are there to listen, to give expert information and advice, tailored to your situation, to champion your rights and support you in finding new ways to manage at home, at work, or wherever you are.
If you know someone who could benefit from some help, please spread the word. We can all play our part in recognising and celebrating the essential contributions carers make, sharing information about caring support services within our local communities.
Pembrokeshire Liberal Democrats wants more pensioners to keep their free TV Licences
Pembrokeshire Liberal Democrats have expressed their concern at the decision taken by the BBC to save £450m a year from 2020, to remove the free TV licence for those over 75 years of age from those pensioners not in receipt of Pension Credit.
This could see 3.7m pensioners currently benefitting from a TV licence, having to start paying from 2020. The decision was made by the BBC following the government's decision to transfer the funding of licences from the government to the BBC.
Liberal Democrat Department of Culture, Media and Sport spokesperson Jane Bonham-Carter said "Concessions for over 75's are a social cost which should not be paid from the licence fee, but from central Government funding.
Government, not the BBC should be responsible and accountable for their social policies. If the Conservative Government does not want to pay for free licences for over 75's then they should be upfront about their policy. However, passing the buck onto the BBC is underhand and risks undermining the BBC's financial viability to provide what the license fee payer expects."
Age UK have said that 1 in 4 over the age of 65 say that TV is their main form of companionship.
Alistair Cameron, the Welsh Liberal Democrat Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for Carmarthen West & South Pembrokeshire said "There has been much coverage of this issue on TV and social media since the BBC made the announcement that it was withdrawing free TV licences from all pensioners except those on Pension Credit.
Many pensioners over the age of 75 are not able to get out a lot. For them, the TV is a really important part of their lives.
A lot of pensioners have to survive on a low income, including those who do not claim pension credit. Having to pay for a TV licence will be very hard on them."
Andrew Lye, the Chair of Pembrokeshire Liberal Democrats said "Many people are annoyed at the decision and rightly so.
I can appreciate that the wealthy over 75 currently receive a free TV licence as do those on a basic state pension. We must remember that there are many pensioners not in receipt of pension credit and struggle to manage on their pension. MP's need to remember that the Conservative 2017 Manifesto committed them to free TV licenses for the over 75's for the duration of this Parliament, and the 'grey vote' will remember this broken promise at the next General Election."
Andrew Lye went on to say, "Of course with the latest released figures showing £3.1bn of unclaimed Pension Credit in the UK, I would call upon pensioners in Pembrokeshire to phone 0800-991234 as the website https://www.gov.uk/pension-credit/how-to-claim states that phoning them is the quickest way to find out if you qualify. Who knows, you may get money that you are entitled to".
Andrew Lye added, "We call upon the Government to resolve this issue as it is unfair that it will affect millions of pensioners and we hope that Pembrokeshire MP's, Stephen Crabb and Simon Hart will make representations to the Prime Minister. Just because you do not claim or get Pension Credit, you cannot automatically assume that they are all well off on their pension. With the growing problem of loneliness in the elderly, especially where a partner has died, the TV is a vital lifeline and we should treat our pensioners better".
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Fleet Insurance Coverage – The Basics to understand
Fleet insurance coverage is a multi-vehicle policy to cover a variety of vehicles owned by the exact same entity. This is normally a corporate entity such as a company, or a neighborhood authority or service. Some family members with a few cars could have a personal fleet; however these are usually for a handful of automobiles and are dealt with in much the same way as a private cars and truck insurance plan. This post is a lot more concerned with company fleets. A firm fleet plan is normally extremely versatile, as it could cover several chauffeurs, all with different roles, and driving different types of vehicles.
For Example: A big building company could have a couple of automobiles up for sale people, and different vans and trucks for the construction workers and their equipment. A fleet plan is flexible enough to cover all of these Lorries on one plan. Some exclusive vehicles might additionally be added, given they are possessed by the directors or proprietors of the firm itself.
No Insurance claims Discount
On a fleet insurance coverage, your no insurance claims discount works in a various method to your exclusive cars and truck. Firstly, it is generally called insurance claims experience. This is because a huge adequate fleet will contend the very least one lorry associated with a crash each year, so the general experience or history, across all the vehicles in the fleet, is considered for a no claims price cut. As discussed above, fleet policies are made to be adaptable. The majority of insurance firms will certainly offer the adhering to choices:
- Called vehicle drivers only
- Any type of driver over 30
- Any driver over 25
- Any motorist, any kind of age
It deserves noting that the last category any type of driver, any type of age – requires a little clarification. The classification does not offer carte blanche to place any kind of Tom, Penis or Harry into the plan, and there are usually a number of caveats. To use a company lorry on this basis a vehicle driver should have a tidy license, an insurance claim cost-free driving history and no specials needs or health problems that would affect their driving.
Fleet Monitoring
This is where a Truck fleet insurance coverage varies most from a regular private automobile Insurance. With a business fleet comes the added duty of managing the Lorries and the chauffeurs. It is not uncommon and really simple to see why chauffeurs with a few claims and points on their license may not be completely sincere concerning their driving history. To them it can indicate the distinction between being used and jobless. To counter this, it is essential to have a motorist plan which lays out the rules for firm chauffeurs. This normally involves taking duplicates of each chauffeur's permit at normal intervals, state every 6 months, as in the event of a mishap, this is the kind if information an insurance provider will certainly wish to check up on.


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Spring has yet to officially arrive. The late winter chill that is currently haunting me has left me daydreaming about warm weather and exotic destinations. Like one of my favorite television adverts of all time suggests, I want to 'share the fantasy' with you dear reader. Set your controls to the exotica electric. Today's model comes to us from Southeast Asia and provides enough visual wattage to give anyone a satisfying shock to their system. Let me introduce you to Musa uranoscopus also referred to as the Red Flowering Thai or Torch Banana. Musa uranoscopus and I became acquainted the other day. It sent up this floral flare to let me know that it will not be ignored. On the contrary, it wants to be adored and adore I shall. Simply stunning!
Musa uranoscopus produces glossy, gorgeous green tropical foliage on 5-8 foot tall stems. From spring through summer this ornamental banana heats up the excitement by producing cone-like buds of sizzling scarlet bracts tipped in white-hot yellow color. As the bud matures, the bracts recline to expose tubular yellow and red flowers tipped in chartreuse color. Flowering can last up to 6 months. The look is floral flamethrower beautifully burning! Musa uranoscopus does not become your typical banana tree. It is a tender, suckering perennial. I think for most applications it would look amazing growing in a container that can live in a protected outdoor area during the warmer months of the year or, if you happen to have one, a conservatory. I dream of having a conservatory but I doubt I will ever be so fortunate. So for me, I choose the outdoor deck in summer and indoors in winter. Musa uranoscopus requires fertile, well-draining, acidic soil. It grows optimally in full or part sun, likes regular water, and some humidity if you have it. If it lives outside make sure temps are not dipping below freezing (32 degrees fahrenheit/0 degrees celsius). Also, let it be known that Musas love their fertilizer. So be sure to give it a regular feeding during growing season. Don't you love the idea of growing something as stunning as this plant?! If you can, go for it. If you can't, let it inspire you to grow things that are like it and can thrive in your zones. Or at least, think about booking a vacay to some tropical paradise and remember...share the fantasy.


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Being a practicing artist is hard enough without the general public thinking that we do "nothing" or that we do something that, at the end of the day, anyone can do. The constant jokes about "my 3 years old niece would do better" while looking at a Miro' are not only ignorant, they're deprecative of a serious profession.
Art practice requires, if anything, even more will and determination than being a banker, being the banker a respected and recognised profession. They put on their suit, polish their patent leather shoes, and get on to have a perfectly , ordinarily boring day, and yet, they get the right to be appreciated for what they do . What would take it for us, to be taken more seriously? Should we also wear business attire?
Wouldn't that be boring though? Why can't the general public actually respect artists? What's so difficult about that?
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Schacht 50th Anniversary Special Edition Cherry Matchless Spinning Wheel - £1,395 / Pre-Order with 10% Deposit
Schacht 50th Anniversary Special Edition Cherry Matchless Spinning Wheel - £1,395.00
To celebrate Schacht's 50th anniversary they will be releasing a special edition of the Matchless in cherry wood. The wheels will be laser engraved and badged with a commemorative emblem to mark the occasion. These wheels will be an even more striking piece of wood craft than the standard Matchless and of course, is a stunning wheel to spin on.
The Cherry Matchless will be available for a limited time through 2019 while stocks last. The first wheels will ship in February and then on a rolling basis through the year whilst quantities are produced. We recommend placing orders early to avoid any potential disappointment. The wheel will sell for £1,395 and you can pre-order by paying a 10% deposit (£139.50) with the balance due prior to shipping from the factory.
Please note that the photo shown is of the 2013 45th Anniversary Matchless. The exact appearance of the 50th Anniversary wheel may vary from this. We will update this image as soon as Schacht provide us with a photo of the 2019 production wheel.
Included with each Matchless wheel: 4 cherry wood bobbins, fast and medium speed cherry whorls, a threading hook, a tensioned, collapsible Lazy Kate again in cherry, and a carrying strap.
The Schacht Matchless Spinning Wheel offers double drive, Scotch tension, and bobbin-lead modes of operation - all on one wheel. Wheels come with two flyer whorls (medium and fast); four additional flyer whorls offer spinning ratios from 4:1 to 21:1.
The 19.5″ drive wheel and flyer shaft are supported by self-aligning bronze bearings for precise action. Each flyer is individually balanced and the bobbins and flyer whorls are trued on center for long and superior service.
Also available will be the High Speed Bobbin and Bulky Bobbin, the Bulky Plyer Flyer and full range of whorls all in cherry wood.
Spinning Ratios with different Whorl Sizes:
Extra Slow - 4:1 & 4.5:1
Slow - 6:1 & 7.5:1
Medium - 9:1 & 10.5:1
Fast - 12.6:1 & 15:1
High - 17:1 & 20:1
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On his method, he saw the Greek parliament. He recognized that there would certainly be an objection running there that day. An objection versus the brand-new federal government procedures that would actually draw individuals' pension plans as well as wages.
He made a decision to take his stroll around the whorehouses for that day. He went into the very first whorehouse he discovered.
Adonis was the name he utilized to call himself and also the whorehouse location of the city was his location. A demonstration versus the brand-new federal government steps that would actually draw individuals' pension plans as well as incomes.
It was twelve noontime, near the centre of Athens. Grey clouds covered the typically bright skies as well as the gently blowing warm wind exposed the dust of the dirty city roads.
Adonis saw the faces in the group. Angry, furious people.
He had actually been there previously, attempting to elevate his voice versus the federal government. It really did not function, the objections constantly finished in squashing loss for the militants.
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When a demonstration takes location, a whorehouse excursion.
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The qualities of the harvest moon - the full moon that rises closest to the autumn equinox - include it appearing full, large and orange for several days around its appearance, which was Thursday.
The Harvest Moon for 2017 is on its way!
And because the moon's orbit is slightly tilted compared to Earth's, for a handful of days around the autumnal equinox the moon rises closer to sunset in much of the US, according to National Geographic.
The harvest moon is so called because for centuries, farmers waited for it so they could gather in crops to prepare for winter, using its bright light to extend the working day. This year's harvest moon marks the first time since 2009 the harvest moon has arced across an October sky. The next time that we'll see a Harvest Moon in October is 2020, National Geographic notes.
The Harvest Moon fell in September past year.
You may have seen it hovering in the night sky. The Hunter's Moon will take place on November 3.
If the weather is clear, we should get an incredible view of the full moon.
No, although the moon's elliptical orbit around the Earth means that, sometimes, it can appear slightly bigger - this isn't one of those times.
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Most valuable: The person to person contact on the phone.
As in all conversation, something said usually leads to other connective thoughts on an issue even when questions and comments are written down ahead of time. A personal interaction with empathy/intonations etc. registers a thought or connection more solidly and meaningfully. Supplements can be referenced to those connections in a more spontaneous instant while simultaneously checking for knowledge or prior useage.
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A history of rough financial times on your credit report can make it more difficult to obtain financing but it bad credit is not a life sentence. Even those with the most significant credit issues such as a bankruptcy or foreclosure, do have options. Enter the secured credit card. What is a secured credit card? A secured
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The MVCSA has undertaken certain objectives and functions to enable the success of the mission and vision of the Council. By functioning as a membership organisation for M&V Professionals and implementing a recognised registration process for membership, as well as facilitate investigative and disciplinary processes against its members, ensures the sustainability and viability of the service to industry and the public concerned.
Proper training is required to uphold the M&V as a recognised profession and for such training programmes are established, accredited and regulated by the MVCSA, with minimum prescribed training requirements for membership categories.
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Do You Have Rental Property in Clearwater Florida?
Clearwater, Florida is home to the fabulous Clearwater Beach. With miles of beautiful pristine beaches covered in soft white sand, warm water and constant sunshine, the Clearwater area is a wonderful place to live or to go on vacation. Follow the dolphins on one of the many tours or join the daily festival on Pier 60, there are a variety of fun activities to do; and the city of Tampa is less than 3o minutes away for work and more cosmopolitan adventures. The beautiful town of Dunedin, with its historic Scottish flavor, is right next door to Clearwater; another great place to live and work.
Real Estate Prices and Rental Properties in Clearwater and Dunedin
Real estate prices are relatively good in both Clearwater and Dunedin. Many people have bought properties, which they use only part-time in the winter months to escape the snow and cold. They come down to spend time in the warmth of the Florida sun. However, conditions can change and many people are now renting their houses and condo's all year long. Rental properties in Clearwater and Dunedin are fairly abundant, so those that want to rent their premises often need some professional help.
Renting Property From Long Distance
It can be difficult to rent a property in Florida while living a thousand miles away in New York or wherever. What if something breaks; or the tenants are not really taking care of the property, even though they are paying their rent on time; or … any one of a hundred things can to wrong when renting property.
This makes renting out property stressful, and possibly very costly! No one needs that if they can avoid it.
Having a good resource property management company is a wise idea. Residential property management is particularly sensitive to the possibility of damage being done or maintenance and cleanliness being ignored by renters. Resort rentals or purely vacation rentals are a different matter. It's short term; most of the rent money is received up front, and there is often an on-site property caretaker for these types of Florida vacation rentals.
3 Great Reasons to Use a Professional Real Estate Management Group
There are more than 3 reasons to hire a someone for your property management but the main ones are easy to define:
1. Stress free property management equals peace of mind that your house or condo will be as valuable after your rent it as it was when you decided to rent it. Good property managers not only screen applicants carefully, they pay attention to your property each month.
2. Saving money in the long run. By the time your advertise; go through all the applications; try your best to screen the applicants from a distance; re-screen; re-screen; then choose a tenant and still pay someone to help them get into the property; only to have them move out 4 months later to start all over again … well … that costs time and money.
3. Someone is there for you at all times with your property INVESTMENT in mind and your tenants are kept happy too. This is important. Keeping tenants happy means longevity of the renter – who will have more pride in their rental place, which in turn means less cost and more peace of mind.
Stress free property management – it's a good thing to have!
Jennifer Fehr is the co-owner of Suncoast4Rent with her husband Tom Fehr. Jennifer is a Florida State Real Estate Sales person and works through Stonebridge Real Estate Co Inc in Clearwater, Fl (Pinellas County) to bring the personal touch to all your Real Estate needs, be it professional residential property management, consultation or sales.
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Bob and Charmayne's King of the Airs replica kite. This is a small cellular winged kite, about 1 meter high. It was first made in 1912 from red and natural cotton and bamboo. The French rosettes were painted on the natural color cotton. Our kite is ripstop, carbon, and fiberglass. The rosettes are appliqued on. The rosettes were put either on the top cell or out on the wings. We will be offering you the chance to make your own King of the Airs replica kite at the Ft. Worden Kitemaker's conference in 2006.


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One of the less publicised results of the AHRC Report into pregnancy and return to work* is that a key challenge faced by employers is their confusion and uncertainty about their legal obligations regarding mothers returning to work. This blog focuses on a mother's right to request to work flexibly pursuant to the Fair Work Act.
Generally speaking, an employee with 12 months' service who is a parent of a child under school age can request changes to their working arrangements as a result of their parental responsibilities. An employer can only refuse a written request on "reasonable business grounds" and must respond to any such request in writing within 21 days.
There is probably no use in reiterating the examples of "reasonable business grounds" which are set out in the Fair Work Act because the list is non-exhaustive and each set of facts will need to be considered on their own merits in any event.
Instead, we thought we would set out a basic checklist for employers to follow in the event an employee requests to work flexibly on account of their parental responsibilities:
- Review any industrial instruments, contracts and policies – what do they say about flexible working arrangements (if anything)?
- Workshop and investigate an employee's proposal to work flexibly. Consider things like:
- level of autonomy and independence of role
- nature of work and duties
- any requirements to attend at certain times or on certain days
- immediacy/urgency of job functions
- backfill/jobshare required - at what cost?
- overlap, training and handovers
- arrangements for working from home (technology, policies, WHS)
- success (or not) of any current arrangements re: work hours
- Keep records of the above analysis
- Clearly communicate the results of the above analysis to the employee
- Ensure you follow through with your actions (if you say it's too expensive to have an off-site resource, make sure you bring the function in-house)
- Enshrine any flexible work arrangements in a written flexible work agreement which clearly sets out your right to monitor and amend the arrangement at any time due to operational reasons
- If arrangements aren't working, review and amend them (don't let them go on for too long!)
- Be aware that if you handle an employee's request badly, you may find you'll be facing legal action by way of a dispute at the FWC (if the employee is covered by an Award or enterprise agreement), an adverse action claim, discrimination claim or even a claim for constructive dismissal in certain circumstances
This checklist would apply equally to other employees who are eligible to request flexible working arrangements under the Fair Work Act (i.e. employees who are aged over 55, are "carers", are disabled or are experiencing/supporting a family member who is experiencing, domestic violence).
We know that it can sometimes be difficult balancing the human rights issues and the business priorities, so contact THE WORKPLACE if you're not sure of the answers.
*Supporting Working Parents: Pregnancy and Return to Work, National Review-Report 2014, Australian Human Rights Commission, 2014
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Air Plants will arrive Friday Nov. 4th.
I realize this isn't the most glamorous blog post, but yeah... I had a bit of a mix up with my Air Plant supplier. I asked for the order to arrive by Friday Nov 28, but that got twisted to, "hold order until the 28th" They just called to confirm my order for next week hahahahahah. Okay, no biggie. But yeah, I told some of you they would arrive tomorrow, this is so so untrue. I still have some tillandsia in stock, as well as tons of great little tropicals and succulents. Swing by, open late today (12-7pm)
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Cleveland City Councilman Jeff Johnson formally announced his candidacy for Mayor of Cleveland outside the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections at 1:30 p.m. today (Tuesday). He went inside and filled out the necessary paperwork to get petitions.
They must be filed by 4 p.m. June 29. Watch the event below.
Johnson, who represents Cleveland's 10th Ward, has been a councilman since 2009. He has also served in the Ohio Senate and as a Special Assistant and Director of Community Relations for then-Cleveland Mayor Jane Campbell from 2002-2006.
Outside the board of elections, he said it is time to change the direction of the city. He plans to visit all 40 neighborhoods and assess the needs of each. He said different neighborhoods have different needs..
He said he's made some mistakes in his life and has paid for his mistakes. He assumes that current Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson will be his opponent.
He said he's a;so talked to Councilman Zack Reed, who has expressed an interest in running for mayor. Johnson said today he is not waiting for anyone before the race and plans to file the pettions as soon as possible.
Johnson says he respects Mayor Jackson.
He confirmed his intention to run for Mayor of Cleveland to WKYC Channel 3's Russ Mitchell on Monday evening:
Cleveland city councilman @Votejeffjohnson tells @wkyc it's official...he's running for mayor. More on Channel 3 news at 11.— Russ Mitchell (@RussWKYC) January 17, 2017
Monday night on Facebook, Johnson wrote the following: I am running for Mayor of Cleveland. I know I will not have the support of everyone but I will spend the next 8 months working hard to gain the support of the majority of voters by focusing on where Cleveland is today and where I believe we have to be tomorrow. I'm going to win or lose based on whether the citizens of Cleveland feel their lives within the city and their situations have improved over the last 11 years. Whether City Hall has cared about them and supported them - or forgotten them. I ask for the help and support of my Facebook friends and others in the community. Let's get started....
Johnson added in his media release on Monday that "Neighborhoods matter. For too long, City Hall has ignored our great neighborhood and focused on the rich and powerful."
He was convicted on federal corruption charges in 1998 and was sentenced to 15 months in prison.
Johnson's formal announcement is set for 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday at the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections.
Current Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson has yet to announce if he will seek another term.


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Bobber Bag & Bracket Package for Harley Sportster - Brown Leather Bag (save $20!)
Bag Features:
- Heavy duty 10-12 oz. thick American harness leather
- Bag dimensions are approx 13"H (at the rear edge) x 15"W x 4"D
- Rigid plastic backing
- Includes rear attachment straps
- Brown naturally distressed leather looks great on any bike
- Fits all Sportsters
- Included snap-in liner insert with concealed document pocket
- Satin nickel plated steel buckles
- 100% hand made in the USA
Bracket Features:
- Fits: ALL 883 and 1200 Harley Sportster models from 1986-present
- Heavy duty 1/8" thick steel mounting plates are super strong
- Durable black powder coating
- Stainless steel hardware
- Simple bolt-on installation, no permanent modification whatsoever
- Designed to fit left side Sportster-style bags offered by many different manufacturers
- Gives you the option to mount your bag tucked up by your battery cover or down lower by your swingarm
- Solidly holds your bag so you can carry more gear!
- Easy bag removal for cleaning
- 1-year warranty
- Complete detailed step-by-step instructions
- 100% Made in the USA
Note: The item for sale is BOTH the solo bag AND hard mount kit. Bobber Bracket Hard Mount Kit and Bobber Bag are both available separately, however purchasing both in this package will save you $20.
Bag DescriptionIf you are looking for a superior quality leather solo bag for your ride, you have come to the right place. Our Sportster Bobber Bag is constructed of the finest quality vegetable tanned harness leather available. The bag is available in black and brown and features a naturally distressed finish which has a nice satin sheen to it and a lot of character. Each bag is 100% USA made and is hand stitched and hand assembled from extra thick 10-12oz. American leather. These are not your typical cookie-cutter bags. Each one is made from a separate hide and no two are exactly alike. Rest assured, your bag will be as unique and individual as your ride is.
The front of the bag features thick leather straps over the top flap with steel buckles with a satin nickel finish, that are secured with quick release buckles hidden under the straps. The back of the bag has pre-cut slots for attachment to the bike using the included leather straps and also features a solid plastic backing on the inside back panel for extra strength and rigidity. The side panels are molded and stiffened which helps the bag hold its shape.
Another really nice feature of our bag is a removable liner insert made from tough ballistic nylon that can be easily removed for cleaning and secures with snaps inside the bag. The material won't hold water if it ever gets wet and protects your belongings from damage and rubbing against the inside of the bag. It also serves to cover the rear attachment method, whether it be the leather straps, or our BOBBER BRACKET HARD MOUNT KIT. The liner also contains a concealed document pocket sewn into it between the liner and bag that can be used to hold your important documents such as registration cards, insurance cards, etc.
We've worked very hard to create the best possible custom leather bag at an affordable price. We hope you will like it as much as we do.
***Save big on a solo bag and Bobber Bracket Hard Mount Kit with this package discount of $20.
We don't like to wait long for products we order for our own bikes, so we don't believe in having ridiculous lead times for our products and every effort will be made to always have bags in stock. However, due to demand and material availability, there may be times when we will be out of stock for a short period of time. If that happens, rest assured we will ship your bag to you as soon as we possibly can. If you need your bag immediately, please contact us prior to ordering to be sure they are in stock. Thank you.
Bracket DescriptionNow there is finally a great solution to mounting a solo bag on your Sportster! If you are looking for the ultimate way to safely and securely hard mount your bag, our Bobber Bracket is what you need!
No more fumbling with tie wraps or cumbersome straps that don't hold your bag tight to your bike. No more rubbing the paint off your battery cover or damaging the powder coat on your swingarm. Our patented kit is specially designed to mount your left side Sportster-style solo bag right where you want it and as solid as a rock!
Bobber Bracket installed on a 1994 Sportster with our Dead Creek Cycles Bobber Bag solo bag
This kit can be easily installed with simple hand tools and is a true bolt-on installation that requires no modifications to your bike. Our patented design allows you to solidly mount your bag in front of the rear shock and with enough clearance to keep it from rubbing on your swingarm, shock, brake caliper, or battery box cover. It also gives you the flexibility to customize where you want to mount your bag. You can locate your bag up higher and tucked in by your battery box cover, or you can locate it down lower and parallel with your swingarm. It all depends on the look you are after and the type of riding that you do.
Bobber Bracket installed on a Sportster 48 with our Dead Creek Cycles Bobber Bag solo bag
And once installed, simply removing a few bolts lets you remove your bag in seconds for cleaning or maintenance, while still leaving the mounting brackets in place for quick bag reattachment. You don't have to remove the entire kit.
Forget about attaching your bag to your bike using straps and buckles or tie wraps! Those don't hold very tight, can rub the powdercoating off your swingarm, and can even get tangled in your rear wheel. Our kit gives you a solid mounting setup that lets your bag hold more stuff and can also help it keep its original shape. It also keeps your bag from drooping down when it's loaded and potentially hitting the ground.
Our kit is designed to fit all 1986-Present Sportster Models. It includes all heavy duty stainless steel or Grade 8 hardware and the mounting plates are made of super strong 1/8" thick steel which is coated with a black textured powder coat finish for durability and looks.


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Your hidden truths
Yes, you could use your truth-seeking powers in an effort to understand people so that you can control them. But you'll be better off if you use these same abilities to broaden your understanding of yourself. You've got some hidden truths deep within, but if they never surface, you'll never be able to achieve the great power you so strongly desire.
That's right -- you can actually reach a higher level of power if you understand yourself than if you try to control others.You could develop a ruthless desire to get ahead, but again you must remember that hurting or controlling others really won't help you in the end -- rather, it's more likely to harm you, since it puts you on the fast track to making enemies. Also beware of any fanatical tendencies that you may develop this year. It's great to have strong beliefs, but don't take them too far. Most people will not appreciate you shoving your values down their throats, especially when there's a very good chance that you aren't following them very well either. Your personal development will be entirely dependent on your ability to learn to see things as they truly are. So take some time to step back and see what's really going on, and do so with yourself as much as anyone else.
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Inbox: Is 2019 time for Acuna to roam center?
Do the Braves see Ronald Acuna Jr. as a center fielder or corner outfielder? And is this a factor when looking into trades and/or free agents? -- @baldheaded1der Ender Inciarte has won three consecutive Gold Gloves and is accurately still defined as one of the game's elite outfielders. As he
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Inciarte produced a MLB-high 21 Outs Above Average last year, which matched his total from 2017 and stood as three less than his league-leading total in '16. We haven't seen a noticeable decline yet, but defensive decline stands as the primary concern for all outfielders as they approach 30 years old.
So it would at least make sense for Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos to evaluate the current trade value for Inciarte, who will remain a bargain with a $5.7 million salary next year. The Venezuelan outfielder will make $7.7 million in 2020 and $8.7 million in '21. His $9 million team option for the '22 season includes a $1.025 million buyout.
Given that Inciarte distanced himself from his first-half struggles against left-handed pitchers by hitting .361 against southpaws after the All-Star break, he would most certainly draw interest from a team like the Indians, who will not part ways with
If the Braves could land a top starting pitcher in return for Inciarte, they certainly should feel comfortable transitioning Acuna, who looked more comfortable in center field than in left this past season. He was credited with 4 Defensive Runs Saved in 74 2/3 innings in center and -2 DRS over 839 1/3 innings in left field.
Acuna's sample size in center field is small, but the eye test seemed to support the projection of these numbers. With that being said, Atlanta will not move Inciarte unless it is getting a significant return. Next offseason might be a more appropriate time to be concerned about the inevitable defensive decline.
There has been discussed interest in
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Earlier this week, a source said Brantley and catcher
Brantley finished third in balloting for the 2014 American League MVP Award, but he has battled right shoulder injuries, which have necessitated a pair of surgeries. He finally proved to be healthy again this year, hitting 17 home runs with an .832 OPS in 143 games. But like Ramos, Brantley is a health risk who is on the wrong side of 30. For now, I would view both of these potential targets as nothing more than secondary options.
Who do you think are our untouchable prospects at this point?
-- @oldmanpierce
Acuna and Freddie Freeman are the only members of the organization who should be viewed as untouchables. The surplus of high-quality starting pitching prospects makes each of them expendable. Lack of depth at the respective positions might make it more painful to part ways with third-base prospects Austin Riley or Cristian Pache.
While the option exists to make
Why is there still talk about needing a third baseman? Carmargo has the job! Concentrate on the pitching staff and leave Johan alone!
-- @Gcracker3321
Because you have to evaluate all of your options, especially when you have somebody like Camargo, whose overall value is enhanced by his versatility. The Braves could certainly benefit from the power potential possessed by some of the other third-base options. So it makes sense to at least remain open to the possibility of acquiring a third baseman and transitioning Camargo to the shortstop role.
Anthopoulos has repeatedly said he would feel comfortable with Camargo at third base. He's also been very complimentary of the strides made by shortstop Dansby Swanson. With that being said, would it be wise for Anthopoulos to simply remain content and ignore the potential to possibly upgrade his offense at two positions with a move that could potentially garner more value if it would lead to Swanson being included in a trade? There's a chance that Atlanta will open next season with Camargo at third base and Swanson at shortstop. There's also a chance we'll see Swanson make more strides offensively next year with a healthy wrist. But it just doesn't seem wise to lock yourself into this plan, especially in early November.
We have outfield figured out. We're getting
-- @MatthewWinston
Let's just say that the Braves had the financial means to responsibly give Harper the $400 million to $500 million deal that he hopes to get. I just don't see how you can responsibly make this kind of commitment without having a firm understanding of agent Scott Boras' Madness Compelling Replacement theory.
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Stumped what to buy for the health nut on your list this year? Don't worry, we've got you covered with ten of the hottest and healthiest gift ideas this season. Skip the last minute drug store gifts and wow your favorite health-conscious lady with one of this year's must have presents that will ... Read More ›
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Highly sought after Downey floor plan and one of the few located with unobstructed views of Saddleback Mountain. This is an end unit with only one common wall allowing for additional privacy. This home evokes pride of ownership and boasts a myriad of upgrades, designer finishes and shows like a model. It features a spacious, open floor plan with a chef's kitchen, expansive living area downstairs including laundry room as well as many designer features. Upgrades include gourmet kitchen with bull nose granite countertops, stainless steel appliances,custom hardwood flooring, textured upgraded carpet, custom cabinetry plus designer paint throughout. Two car attached SIDE BY SIDE (not tandem) garage is spacious and convenient with additional added storage.. Come home to a beautiful greenbelt directly in front of your home with association BBQ's included for your use at no charge. Enjoy the Vantis Club, a private gym, sparkling pool and spa with covered cabanas, outdoor kitchen with 2 outdoor fireplaces, business center and 6 beautiful "sense" gardens. Located within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, movies and much more. Only 2 minutes from the 73 Fwy or 10 mins from the 405.
Listing courtesy of Jacqueline Chase from Coldwell Banker Res. Brokerage
Listing sold by Mark Roberts from HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
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Yearbook Orders
Yearbooks are on sale now for a base price of $75 at jostensyearbooks.com. What a great holiday gift! You can still personalize the book with a name and activity icons throughout the month. Price goes up in January!
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DEADLINE FEBRUARY 1ST! Baby ads this year will be created digitally by parents at the Jostens yearbook website. Instructions for this were sent home in the back-to-school packet. To print another copy of the form, please click here.
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Blueberry Oatmeal Stout
Buffalo Bill's Brewery
It Puts the Lotion on: So I went to their site and it said that this beer is available from November to January. I received this beer in June, which makes me question it's freshness, mostly because the "blueberry" flavor that they say is in here is something akin to something I've found in boxes of Hi-C. Still, it's not bad. The flavor is robust, the high alcohol keeps you warm, and I'm aiming to get a lot warmer.
I'd Fuck Me: So I guess it's growing on me. I mean, I'm not a huge fant of oatmeal stouts, but I mean, this one does the trick. I would have almost like to have seen more oatmeal flavor to help make this a little smoother, but I guess they had to leave room for their lames blueberry thing that presents itself for its gimmick so that people like me will be all like " I think i should drink that" God I'm a suckker.
Fava Beans: Why blueverries? I mean, arent' there other things that could go well with a stout and not be that? I mean, really they're purple, but no one wants to be using all those extra syllables. Cuz peoplae are leazy like that.
It Gets the Hose Again: Jicama. That would have been beter than this weird bluebarrery flavor, been more compolimentary to the oatmeal and been just as gimmicky as the stupid fruit they picked, ensuring my novelty purchase. Dude I'm so smart i should be doing thi tfor a living.
Good Evening, Clarice: Ok, so jicama is kinda weird, and it's a root which i dunno if that works in beer. Are you guys getting all of the Silence of the Lamb jokes, cuz you totally should, that movie is awesome but i wonder if that show is any good.
Have the Lambs Stopped Screaming?: ok, so i'm totally watchign this movie, and its still pretty rad. The first one needs more Ray Liotta being eaten.
Josh is a true professional when it comes to this stuff, so make sure that if you were to follow his example, it would be in a responsible and classy fashion that will keep you on speaking terms with your family and friends. Thanks to Blondies Food and Drink for sponsoring this article.


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The latest trend to hit the Parisian Champs d'Elysées comes in the form of the futuristic, transparent raincoat. A new design which allows you to weatherproof your weekend with style, come rain or shine.
Gone are the days of hiding the most beautifully assembled outfit under a heavy dark overcoat, as the Spring/Summer 2013 collection of the French fashion line, Wanda Nylon, allows us to show off our clothing whilst wearing a contemporary and chic coat.
Wanda Nylon "loves this planet" and is dedicated to water protection and the environment. For this reason, the fashion line's products are made of recyclable materials. Our favourite transparent PVC trench coat from Wanda Nylon is no exception, as the coat is made out of 100% recyclable polyurethane, keeping both you and the environment looking great!
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We are releasing our special small batch brew: Black x Blue! We made this beer exclusively for Brawley's Black & Blue 8. Try it while you can!
Join us in the Blue Blaze brew room from 6:30p - 7:30p for a suitable-for-all-levels yoga flow! Afterwards, stick around for a free beer and good conversation. Class is only $5.
West End's funkiest deli market can now be enjoyed any time you stop into the Blue Blaze taproom. Pair your favorite blaze with a freshly crafted Rhino sandwich!


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Why Quality Content has taken the Centre-stage of SEO?
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Content is Back again with all its importance like a KING. After Panda and Penguin, all search marketers are focusing on quality and informative content. Content marketing has become more relevant and social signals are directly proportional to the search rankings. The more people like the content, chances are higher that it would rank high. In general, content (I am talking about write ups only) is of two types: Website Content and Article content. No doubt website content would be main focus of overall digital marketing plan.


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BATON ROUGE, LA (WAFB) - LSU is back in the AP Top 25 after wins over then-No. 19 Ole Miss and South Carolina.
The Tigers are ranked No. 25.
LSU is 4-0 in SEC play and looks to extend its conference win streak when the Tigers host the Georgia Bulldogs at the PMAC on Wednesday.
Tennessee moved up to No. 1, while Duke dropped to No. 2.
The Vols are the only other SEC team that is unbeaten in league play.
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Join me at the Blick Art Supply, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, store for a FREE mixed media painting demonstration during their Wild Wednesday fun day! The store theme is Alice in Wonderland. Demo's will be going on all day, so check in with the store to find out about all the events. And...they'll have discounts galore on that day, too!
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The Manor at West Orange New Jersey Wedding | New Jersey Wedding Photographer
I'm so excited to share Krystal and Frank's beautiful wedding at the Manor in West Orange, New Jersey. I met Krystal and Frank at another one of my awesome couple's wedding's last year. We had such a great time at their Hoboken Engagement session last fall that I couldn't wait for their wedding this September. It rained for the majority of their wedding but The Manor is such a beautiful venue and we were able to get some beautiful portraits inside. Luckily the rain eased up for a few minutes after their ceremony and we were able to get some photos underneath the beautiful rose flower arches.
Krystal and Frank, thank you so much for allowing me to capture your beautiful wedding day! See some of my favorites below.
Photographer: Photography by Leandra | Venue: The Manor | DJ: Finer Touch Entertainment | Hair: Geah Salon | Makeup Artist - My Passion Lashes | Makeup Artist - Kristen-Kaye Barnaby | Entertainment - Jaclyn Duncan Music | Tuxedo and Mens Attire - Princeton Tuxedo | Bridal Store - Hearts For You Bridal Florist - Cityside Flowers | Dress Designer - Allure Couture | Second Photographer: Lisa Hibbert


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Fernando Gomes Romeiro, PhD
Professor of Medicine at Botucatu Medical School, UNESP – Universidade Estadual Paulista, São Paulo State, Brazil
Dr. Romeiro received his Ph.D. from Botucatu Medical School, UNESP. He is author or co-author of 11 book chapters, 52 papers and 139 abstracts. Dr. Romeiro is a member of the Brazilian Society of Hepatology and the Brazilian Gastroenterology Federation. He has been a guest editor for a special edition on liver cirrhosis in the BioMed Research International Journal.
He has received an outstanding researcher award from the Pan-American Health Society (2015, 2013 and 2012). He also received an award from the medical residents (2006) and awards from 12 studies presented by him or by his co-workers. Dr. Romeiro is ambassador of the Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) since 2012. He took part in regional and national studies on Hepatology and has been a peer reviewer of 17 research journals, including the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews.
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Remember when a bicycle was just a bike? A means of transportation? Not sure I do either, but these days the streets of big cities are paved with fancy fixed-gear bicycles, a.k.a. the Maseratis of the cycling world. Or maybe the Ferraris? I know my speedy cars about as well as I know my speedy bikes, and perhaps that says something.
Don't get me wrong: My preferred transit method is my bike. I was a diligent San Francisco bike commuter for three years, a beach bum Santa Barbara biker in college, and a perpetually-late-for-class cycling high schooler back in the day. I respect the two wheels. I rely on them. I admire the pelotons that whoosh past me when I go running in West Davis, the ones who yell "Incoming!" loud enough to overpower any functional woman's iPod, and then squeeze by you with thighs that seem to laugh at you with their sheer force. I, at one time, wove blue streamers through my bike wheels so I could participate in the Picnic Day Parade. I joined the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition and volunteered at the summertime Phat Tire event. I've done my fair share of critical masses, and boy, there are few things more exhilarating then tearing through the Sutter tunnel at rush hour on a Friday, surrounded by a few hundred likewise giddy cyclists who, on a normal day, would never dream of zipping through MUNI and commute traffic for that kind of adrenaline rush.
The real issue I see with cycling today isn't the bicycle itself, nor really the people who use it to commute or to exercise, but the general aura of ennui that it seems to breed among the young and oh-so-hip. That really annoying way that fixie riders tend to jerk abruptly from side to side to effect a brake. And, finally, the fashion choices that cycling sometimes inspires. I've got no problem with spandex and padded shorts--if anything, the world needs more of both--but what I'm referring to here is the skinny jeans phenomena. Skinny jeans and skinny mustaches.
I'd like to close this on a happy note, so I'm enclosing a picture of two bicycles dear to my heart. I'd like to think that this picture captures the reasons I bike: to get somewhere, to exercise, and to bike with people who likewise like to bike.


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Articles of daily use - #7 Polygon watch by Chi and Chi
Few objects reveal our personal taste and who we aspire to be quite so tellingly as a watch. I'll leave it to others to decide for themselves what my Chi and Chi Polygon watch* from Twisted Time says about me, but perhaps it's a statement of my desire to be free of clutter. My home might not always live up to the exacting standards of the Polygon's clean pared down white dial and beautifully minimalist form, but when I fasten it onto my wrist and step out of the door wearing it I can at least feel as if I'm imposing some of its neatness and precise geometry on a little corner of the universe.
There's more to it than that though. I love the plainness of the leather strap and the fact that the case is pleasingly tactile and multi faceted rather than uniformly round, encouraging me to run my fingers around it in exploration of its distinctive edges.
As the designers themselves put it - not all the edges in life need to be smoothed out. Sometimes it's the edges which make one person different from another.
What does your watch say about you?
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PS I also love this one by Nendo and these classic Braun designs.
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Carry on with Carrytanks from Emiliana Serbatoi
Mobile fuel tank manufacturer Emiliana Serbatoi, based in Italy, says it has redesigned the best-selling Carrytank models to better fit the bed of pickup trucks. The tank's hips have been modified and the bases have been narrowed to allow for easier and safer installation between the wheel arches of pickup's rear bed.
Moreover, internal breakwater bulkheads guarantee more stability,...
The MBT-1 from Mobile Barriers now protecting workers in the UK
Two giant US-made 21m-long mobile barriers are now keeping highway maintenance workers safe in England.
The 16tonne barriers were made by Mobile Barriers, based in Denver, in the state of Colorado. They have been deployed in the West Midlands region of England in collaboration with UK highways maintenance contractor Kier.
With yearly operating costs of US$17,000, the MBT-1 can pay for...
Gregory's TTMA-200 trailer passes MASH TL-3 Crash Testing
Gregory Highway Products says that its TTMA-200 Trailer has passed MASH TL-3 Crash Testing. Gregory Industries' Trailer Truck Mounted Attenuator is now eligible for reimbursement under the Federal-aid Highway Program.
Gregory Highway Products says that its TTMA-200 trailer truck-mounted attenuator has passed Test Level 3 (TL-3) crash safety standards for the US market.
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My CRP Superbuggy project has been going for decades now. Finding these old parts are difficult and expensive, but I have met many nice people on the journey, and their help has been priceless.
It all started in 1982 after I got my Tamiya Sand Scorcher. At the local hobby shop they sold the magazines of the national RC car federation, where there were race reports, news reports, reviews, interviews etc, and it was there I first read about the "CRP Superbuggy". It seemed to pop up everywhere, in the race results, the hop-up tips, the interview section, and I became aware that this was "the shit" to have at the time. There were several articles about Terje Haugen, who went to California and met Mike Tobey of CRP, and won the Norwegian championship with a CRP/Tamiya buggy he built together with Tobey. The pictures of that car became the image of what I wanted to do with my Sand Scorcher. Unfortunately I had no easy way to get hold of the parts at the time, so I had to do with just reading about it. Soon new cars emerged, and the Sand Scorcher was no longer competitive as a racing buggy, but somewhere, in the back of my mind, the dream of that "CRP Superbuggy" never seemed to let go. To the day, I still think it's the coolest thing out there, and I have been searching for parts for it ever since. Then eBay came along, and I got my hopes up that I could actually find the parts needed to build my own CRP, but the prices of the parts, and the wild bidding wars for some of the parts left me frustrated. The fact that a lot of the sellers didn't want to ship to Norway, didn't actually make it any easier. For those who saw the movie "Gone in 60 seconds", the CRP Superbuggy was starting to feel more and more like my "Eleanor".
Then I met a guy on Facebook, Mike from Ohio, who had been reading my old website from the beginning. Mike has the same passion for those old CRP buggies, and he offered to help me finding what I needed. I had already found some of the stuff, like the Thorp diff, CRP rear sway bar, butterfly chassis, wheels, tires, driveshafts, bumper, front suspension pins, shock tower extenders, some of the electronics etc. I even got my hands on a NIB Bolink "Tuffak" Sand Scorcher body for it, but some of the other "important" stuff were still missing. I had found a rear cage, but that was for the Super Champ, so that was basically useless for my application. I didn't have the nerf guards either, and probably the most important thing missing was the mono shock linkage. Mike was kind enough to "let" me score a set of CRP nerfs, that he really wanted himself, and he helped me buy a truck with a CRP cage, where the seller wasn't willing to ship to Norway. After reading my old website, he also was aware of a set of rare MIP front shock towers that I had, and didn't really have any use for, and he offered a swap with a RCH aluminum mono shock unit, something I said yes to, without any hesitation.
I had realized that if I was ever going to finish this buggy, I had to settle for using whatever parts I could get hold of, even if they were not the exact parts used on the car in the pictures, and in some cases not even CRP.
From the list of results from the Norwegian championships in 1982, you can see that Terje Haugen, and a lot of the other top drivers used Igarashi 05 motors, instead of the more commonly known Mabuchi 540.
My friend Mike had a look through his many boxes and came up with this old Igarashi based Trinity motor that will be perfect for the build! He actually found a NIB Trinity/Igarashi can, and in another box he found a Trinity/Igarashi armature and put this together for me.
Mike Tobey, the man behind the CRP brand left the company after a divorce, and is not in the RC community anymore. It would have been very interesting to hear his story from the CRP years, but unfortunately it doesn't seem to be something he's interested in doing.
Many years ago I came a cross this old Futaba radio on eBay. It's a CRP modified transmitter, modified by Mike Tobey himself. It will of course be "paired" with my finished build, whenever that will be…….
I still have some challenges, though. The nerf bars are of a completely different shape than the ones I want, so I'm really interested in swapping them for some that more resembles the ones in the pictures of the original, and the same goes for the rear cage. They don't have to be exactly the same, but just a bit more like the shapes of the ones in the pictures of the original buggy. So if there are anyone out there that wants to help out and do a trade so I can get this build finished as close as possible to the original, just send me a message. I will also have to change the front wheels and tires for Rough Rider parts, but that's just a minor problem.


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Christmas Eve 2016
I haven't done much of anything today. I helped my mother as best I could around the kitchen as she made stuff and I washed the dishes. I couldn't make coffee because she was using both counter tops so I had no room to place my French press. I will make it tomorrow.
I went out to cash my scratch ticket and then went to get eggs for my mother. She yelled at me for paying $1.89 for eggs like it was coming out of her pocket. Sorry, ma, eggs aren't 99 cents anywhere anymore. I bought three dozen. That should tie her over for a while. We go through a lot of eggs because she bakes a lot.
I ordered Chinese food. I don't know why I bothered to buy chicken fingers. They never taste right. My mother will eat them. The General Gao was okay. I didn't eat the scallion pancakes I bought. I wasn't that hungry. I like them left over anyways. Now I got to decide what movie to watch. I am leaning towards Home Alone. I seriously need to dust it off though before I use the disc. That is if I don't go back to sleep. I fricken took a two hour nap and I am wasted. I am trying not to go back to sleep but it's hard.
I was struggling with dealing with my father's loss this morning. I kept thinking about him. It was his last Christmas and the last time he was fairly "healthy". He had a recurrence of his liver tumor and we were waiting to see what the treatment option would be. We had no idea that his health would downfall in the on coming months.
My ankle is hurting today but not as bad as it has been in the past. Surprisingly, just one pain pill is keeping it at bay. I hope it stays that way. I took Nyquil last night because I was coughing and was congested. I had a good sleep. I was glad. Though I still don't know why I am so tired. I think I am going to take a nap. I will watch the movie tomorrow.


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We learned how to make homemade ice cream! 🙂 Thank you to the many parents who sent supplies to make our ice cream unit such a success, we appreciate you!
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As our dairy unit continues, our students explored making ice cream with their classmates. I've included the recipe if you'd like to try it at home. It surely made for exciting times in class. 🙂
1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 1/4 cup milk, 1/2 cup salt, 1 quart bag of ice (half full).
Put sugar, vanilla extract, and milk in a quart size ziploc freezer bag and seal making sure to get all air out. Then pour the salt into the bag with the ice and put the bag with the milk into the ice bag. It will be snuggly, but it should all fit. Here's where the family fun begins! Take turns shaking the bag for the next 8-10 minutes until the mixture turns to ice cream. 🙂 Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
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Here are some hot ideas for cold-weather living
As January settles into its frosty routine, homeowners enter the cycle of chill. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, heating and cooling accounts for about 56 percent of the energy use in a typical house.
Most people think they must lower the thermostat to an uncomfortable level and suffer to save energy and money. Others blow their utility budget to stay warm. We have some ideas for another approach: Take action to make daily life in your home more enjoyable while the wind blows, using an army of caulks, space heaters and electric mattress pads.
When Karl Spilhaus feels a draft in his 1890s house, he puts on a camel-hair sweater. "Wools, whether sheep's wool, cashmere or camel, are the warmest fabrics around," Spilhaus says. The president of the Cashmere and Camel Hair Manufacturers Institute, Spilhaus says clothing made from the hair of animals that survive on cold mountains traps air and creates an insulating effect. That's a good thing to remember, whether you're shivering atop a mountain or in your uninsulated sunroom.
Plenty has been written about the merits of replacement windows and attic insulation, but there might not be a budget for those this year. Here are other ideas to survive winter weather.
1. Upgrade your space heater. Over the years, the space heater, a popular alternative heating source, has morphed into a safer, smarter and more stylish home appliance. A new model from Vornado has technology that senses the heat around it and communicates with the heater to maintain a desired temperature. The unit has a digital touch-screen control and a cool-touch outer case that never heats up, according to Brian Cartwright, a Vornado spokesman. A hand-held remote senses the temperature of the room, then tells the unit to heat up or cool down to maintain the perfect comfort level. But be careful: When you buy any space heater, it is important to read the manufacturer's instructions carefully. Always keep portable heaters away from furniture, bedding and curtains. Vornado model TVH 600 is $209.99. Vornado.com.
2. Warm up your robe. Imagine stepping out of a shower on a freezing-cold morning and wrapping yourself in a warm robe. The Brookstone Towel Warmer looks like a tall trash can but acts like a toaster: You can pop in bath sheets, blankets, hats or mittens for a 10- minute toast.
"This product evokes a lot of emotion from our customers. Just read the reviews on the Web site," says David M. Figler, a Brookstone merchandise manager. "I warmed up my wife's bathrobe this morning; it feels like you just pulled out a towel from the dryer." $79.95. Brookstone.com.
3. Heat from the bottom up. The Soft Heat Removable-Top Mattress Pad is a washable warming pad that keeps sheets from feeling cold as ice while protecting your mattress. The poly-cotton pad can be preheated before bed. The queen, king and California king sizes have heat controls for either side of the bed, so both sleepers can set different temperatures. It fits mattresses as deep as 18 inches, and when summer arrives, you can remove the warming pad. Prices range from $128 for twin to $248 for California king. Garnethill.com.
4. Wrap yourself in a luxurious throw. Mia Worrell, co-owner of Timothy Paul Bedding + Home in Washington, D.C., says freezing temperatures always bring customers looking for beautiful and cozy blankets.
"People come in and say, 'I need something to keep me warm while I'm reading a book or taking a nap,'" Worrell says. Her recommendation this season is a colorful hand-woven throw, which would add style and warmth to a living room, bedroom or family room. The one-of-a-kind wool and silk throws are designed by Neeru Kumar, a well-known Indian weaver. $250. Timothypaulbedding.com.
5. Study these draft-dodging tips. Pascale Maslin, founder of Energy Efficiency Experts in Washington, spends her days doing house audits that help people reduce utility bills and carbon footprints. We asked her for five DIY tips for making houses more comfortable. Here they are:
■ Buy a can of Great Stuff Gaps & Cracks foam sealant spray and go around the house looking for gaps around ducts and pipes in attics, crawl spaces, basements and garages.
■ Install thermal blinds on your bedroom windows.
■ To reduce heat loss on the top floor, seal around the housings of bathroom exhaust fans and recessed lights. Take the trim off and put spray foam around the housing where the fan or light meets the plasterboard. Then replace the trim.
■ If you have a fireplace and don't use it, consider getting a chimney balloon to block cold air from leaking in.
■ For increased insulation, add a ceramic paint additive to your paint or roofing compound when painting a flat roof.
6. Pay attention to your leaky windows and doors, even if you can't replace them in 2012.
Matt Dirksen, a project designer at Case Design/ Remodeling in Bethesda, Md., has these suggestions for plugging leaks that bring in cold air:
■ If your front door has a mail slot, seal it for the winter. "Those slots leak like a sieve," Dirksen says. You can cover it with a piece of rigid foam insulation cut to size and some removable caulk. Then set up a mailbox outside.
■ Treat attic doors like outside doors and put weather stripping on the edges to seal them.
■ Check that your windows are shut completely and locked to keep drafts from leaking in.
■ If you think those hair-dryer shrink-wrapped window films are unattractive, get over it. They really do the job of keeping out drafts and are worth installing for the coldest months in the house, especially in bedrooms. Hint: Clean the windows before you apply the wrap because you will be looking out of them all winter.


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Image via Wikipedia Winnipeg Free Press: "It looks as if the best deals on cruising this winter are going to be in the Caribbean, with newer ships and giants such as Allure, Oasis and Epic all fighting for the same market.
We've seen a lot of price-cutting already, and I'd suggest there will be more of it deeper into the winter season. Having said that, prices for most other areas of the world are up, even for the re-positioning of ships in the spring, when the opposite is the norm.
That $899 14-day trip starting price this fall will be more than $1,000 next year."


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Our press release announces our purchase this week of Clarin Seating. I can give a bit more of the background here.
Hussey Seating's brand stands for quality, reliability, and long-term commitment to customers. We have been looking for ways to leverage this brand, with other products and possibly in new markets. The Clarin acquisition does just that.
The basic Clarin product was developed and introduced by Werner Clarin in 1927, and has proved to be the industry's strongest and most reliable chair. Just this week I visited a major Clarin customer who showed me a product they bought in 1950 that is still being used! This value of quality and high performance is a perfect fit with the product lines of Hussey Seating. The market leadership position for Clarin in arenas, convention centers, and stadiums also meshes perfectly with Hussey's position.
Clarin has done a superb job over the years. And with our ownership, we can bring even more - our financial strength, our marketing horsepower, our marketing prowess, and our manufacturing capability. All these will help grow the Clarin brand and product lines further, and lead to more customer satisfaction - and help Hussey continue to grow as we open our next chapter in our long history.