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Come join me in Redwood City @ Martin's West where we will open a bottle of Old Pulteney 17 year old for about $4 a glass! 6 PM sharp and bring your raincoat because it is not quite summer yet in the Bay Area.
For all you East Coasters, our K&L presence has invaded New York City. Go and visit Nicolas Palazzi tonight: @ Stella - 213 Front St (Seaport) – 6:30 PM – McCarthy's Oregon Single Malt (2010 release) $3. Same rules as our tasting here: get there on time, one bottle only, it goes until it's gone. If you need specifics send him an email: [email protected]
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I have been in the travel industry 32 years and New Zealand is one of my favorite destinations. I can help you make it become one of yours.
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I have recently returned from my 3rd visit.On this visit I was able to get to Waiheke Island and taste just a few of MANY award winning wines from various wineries. On a sunny day you get a fantastic view of the Auckland skyline. Want to see glow worms? You can visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves to if you are a little more adventurous, do what I did, try the Black Water Rafting tour. That is an experience you won't soon forget! If you are looking for a cultural experience, check out the offerings at Rotorua, and don't forget to try out one of their spas! Like seafood? Think about taking an Odyessa Seafood Cruise out of Picton. You get fresh greenshell clams while enjoying the beautiful scenery of Marlborough Sound. You may even see dolphins and seals. And speaking of marine life, if whale watching is on your to do list, Kaikoura should be on your list too. Depending on the season you go, different whales may be sited. One of the biggest surprises on this trip was Christchurch. I was there 3 years ago and I am amazed how it has transformed in the last 3 years. New hotels, shops, restaurants. It is wonderful. If you have a free afternoon, don't forget to visit the Botanic Gardens, it's beautiful (and free!)
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The Associated Student Body Senate passed a resolution requesting the university create an online syllabi bank allowing students to access past class syllabi. The bank was proposed to help students signing up for classes gain a better understanding of the courses before they start.
The resolution was sponsored by Sen. Catrina Curtis, chairwoman of the Academicis Committee, and passed the Senate unanimously. It is now waiting for approval from the university administration.
"I sponsored the resolution because I thought it was a really good idea," Curtis said. "This is a service that I would want as a student and other schools in the (Southeastern Conference) have done this."
Curtis said she talked to Provost Noel Wilkin about the resolution, and he liked it, but he wants the legislation to go through the faculty senate as well. Curtis also said if the legislation passes, Wilkin and his office would be responsible for leading the project and carrying out the specifics of the syllabi bank.
The current universities in the SEC that have syllabi banks are the University of Georgia, Auburn University, Louisiana State University, the University of Florida, the University of Tennessee, the University of Kentucky, Texas A&M University and the University of Missouri.
The University of Mississippi, Mississippi State University, the University of Alabama, the University of South Carolina and Vanderbilt University currently do not have a syllabi bank.
Assistant Vice Chancellor and Dean of Students Melinda Sutton Noss received the legislation and signed off on the resolution. She said her signature does not mean she approves or disapproves of the resolution, but that her office has read and recognized the resolution.
"It is not my place to say whether I approve of the legislation, but this is an interesting idea," Sutton Noss said. "The reasons the senators say they support this bill are interesting reasons and I'm supportive of the senators."
The resolution will now be passed on to Vice Chancellor for Student Services Brandi Hephner LaBanc. If Hephner LaBanc signs the resolution recognizing the legislation, the resolution will be sent to Chancellor Jeffrey Vitter for approval.
ASB President-elect Elam Miller said he thinks the resolution will be a beneficial way for students to see what they're signing up for. Miller said he does not think the resolution would place a burden on professors or the university, but doesn't know how the professors and deans would coordinate to get the syllabus bank accomplished.
"Professors are already required to turn (syllabi) in before classes start," Miller said. "I'm not sure whether the syllabi bank would be made public through MyOleMiss or through a separate website."
Integrated Marketing Communications instructor Debbie Hall has been advising students for more than a year and said she can view the legislation from three different angles: as an adviser, an instructor and a former student. Hall said she thought a syllabi bank could've been helpful to her choosing classes as an undergraduate student.
Hall also said she thinks the resolution will be beneficial to the students, but she can see the resolution making some professors uneasy.
"From an advising standpoint, I can see where (the resolution) would be beneficial," Hall said. "It would allow students to see how the class is going to be taught and graded. From an instructor point of view, I can see some downfalls and I can see some professors not being happy their syllabi is public knowledge, even though a lot of professors share our syllabi with one another."
Junior psychology major Aundrop Price said she thinks the resolution is a good idea, and if the resolution passes, it will help her in the future. She also said there are classes she would not have taken if she had viewed the syllabus before.
"I feel like this resolution will be a good way to help us know what we are getting into beforehand, and this will be a better way to prepare for classes," Price said.


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2 pointsGreat to see forum members discuss DCX10 here - we are honoured! Owning the market weighted index of the top 10 Crypto's is not the holy grail of Crypto investing, but historically it has outperformed Bitcoin by a margin of roughly 50%. Past performance is of course no guarantee of future returns, but we think the index will beat Bitcoin again. The timeframe is uncertain though. If you're comfortable with this position, 1% per annum fee for the convenience of managing the composition of the index, fades into insignificance compared to the outperformance. Happy to discuss more...
2 pointsTiming the market is near impossible. The Rand could go up or down, and the index could go up or down. There are two trains of thought:- the momentum methodology (employed by ETFs like NFEMOM, for example) is based on the premise that shares that are going up strongly will continue to go up. The momentum methodology says now is an excellent time to buy. On the other hand, the value methodology (employed by ETFs like NFEVAL for example) say you should buy when prices are cheap. This methodology says you should wait. I personally do Dollar-cost averaging by buying an equal amount monthly. This way, you get the best of both worlds. It might be something for you to consider (ie. buy R2k per month for three months). This way, whatever happens, you minimize downside risk. But otherwise, as for your question, with all short-term decisions in the market, you may as well roll a dice.
1 pointYes, 25% of my own TFIA account is PTXTEN. Of course, this only applies to local property, as foreign property ETFs (such as GLPROP) have almost no tax savings (other than capital gains). My GLPROP is outside my TFIA at the moment. As you have suggested, it's still prudent to be diversified elsewhere. Pretty much, for me, my local ETFs are in my TFIA and my foreign ones outside of it.
1 pointGreat thanks! I heard a podcast where Warren Ingram also suggested using your TFSA for property funds: so long as you're diversified elsewhere.
1 pointThanks Saurus. I like the 2K a month suggestion I never even though of splitting it up like that, plus, I could then probably invest more than the 2K for the next three months. win, win.
1 pointThat is 100% correct. In decreasing order of tax benefit within a TFIA: Local property ETFs Main source of income: 1. Interest: Tax Free 2. Dividends: Tax Free 3. Capital Gains: Tax Free Tax savings: Very High Local high-dividend, lower-growth equities ETFs Main source of income: 1. Dividends (large): Tax Free 2. Capital Gains: Tax Free Tax savings: High Local high-growth equities ETFs Main source of income: 1. Capital Gains: Tax Free 2. Dividends (small): Tax Free Tax savings: High Foreign high-growth equities ETFs Main source of income: 1. Capital Gains: Tax Free 2. Dividends (small): Taxed Tax savings: Medium Foreign high-dividend, lower-growth equities ETFs Main source of income: 1. Dividends (large): Taxed 2. Capital Gains: Tax Free Tax savings: Medium to Low Foreign property ETFs Main source of income: 1. Interest: Taxed 2. Dividends: Taxed 3. Capital Gains: Tax Free Tax savings: Low
1 pointMan how do you keep still in a space this volatile? 1 minute I'm happy, next minute I'm really sad, then angry, happy. For amateurs like me, this dcx10 is fine for now, get to work on my feelings,
1 pointDon't think there is any recommendation other than that you should continuously save and invest. A debit order is very convenient and hassle free so why would you not go this route?
1 pointInvesting is very different to trading. Selling and buying long-term investments is not generally considered a good idea - the costs of buying and selling are high, taxes come into effect when selling, and timing the market is near impossible. If, like me, you also want to take advantage of the short-term movements in the market, better to open a separate trading account for that purpose and keep your long-term investments as buy-and-hold. As the age old long-term investment advice goes: "It's not about timing the market, it's about time in the market." My strategy to maximize gains from shorter-term movements (in my long-term investments) is to plan at the beginning of the year what I'm going to invest for the year. Then, each month, I buy what is cheap and then just hold forever. So, if the rand is strong, I buy my global ETFs, so that when the Rand weakens, I get further gains from the exchange rate. When the Rand is weak, I buy my local ETFs. Similarly, I buy my ETFs when they are at a low. But I never sell!!! For example, I bought all my 2019 PTXTENs already since it is at a 52 week low. NB: Note, however, that this strategy works for ETFs that are intended for long term investment, where the ETF is diversified. It does not work for single stocks, since a 52-week low in stocks may indicate weak financials or other reason. Buying the low in the long term is only really suitable for ETFs or unit trusts, not for single stocks!!!
1 pointHi e4et That's a pretty solid core portfolio. A few thoughts though... Your 55% global ETFs, I'd keep exactly in the percentages they're in - 40% world and 15% US feels well diversified. No criticism here. Your local ratios might do with a little tweaking in my opinion though. In a bull market, momentum shares thrive (like Satrix Top 40, SWIX Top 40 and CTOP50). In a bear market such as we had in 2018, value/quality shares do better (like Satrix Divi and STXQUA). This is why your Divi ETF is doing much better (or much less badly, to be precise) than your other ETFs (that's of course putting aside the World ETF which is up because of the weak Rand). However, when the JSE starts going up again, you may miss out on the rapid growth that momentum shares usually experience. In my opinion, now would be the ideal time to even out your local shares ratio and go half value (Satrix Divi (STXDIV)) and half momentum (like Coreshares top 50 (CTOP50)), since momentum ETFs are really cheap at the moment. My biggest concern is that SWIX T40 is 28% Naspers at the moment and that percentage is getting bigger and bigger. With the uncertainty in Tencent at the moment, the future of Naspers is unclear. Fortunately you only have 15% in SWIX T40 at the moment, but I wouldn't invest more in SWIX if I could avoid it. What I feel you should have instead of SWIX top 40 is a well rounded local core momentum ETF that doesn't have excessive Naspers exposure. Due to your already high exposure in Naspers, I'd go for the Coreshares top 50 ETF (CTOP50) as it is capped at 10% in any one company, limiting further exposure to Naspers. If it were me, I'd keep your current portfolio as it is and use the 3k to buy CTOP50. After that, I wouldn't buy more SWIX T40 (rather continue buying CTOP50) but maybe keep the SWIX anyway as it is a small enough percentage of your portfolio to warrant the risk and it may shine if Naspers recovers. Then in the long run, try and get your portfolio to something like: Local (45%): CTOP50: 20% STXDIV: 20% SWIX Top 40: 5% Global (55%): Sygnia MSCI US: 15% Sygnia MSCI World: 40% In summary, the only real long term changes I'd make is to eventually move away from the SWIX Top 40 and replace this with a capped local core ETF like CTOP50 (which is much better balanced and much safer), and then drop your Satrix Divi to only half of your local exposure.
1 pointHi Guys. I'm also looking for some guidance please. My TFSA currently looks like this: 30% Satrix Divi Plus (Down 1.68%) 15% Satrix SWIX Top40 (Down 8.14%) 15% Sygnia MSCI US (Down 14.26%) 40% Sygnia MSCI World (Up 3.92%) Would you suggest I leave them as is and continue investing as they are, or would it be better to add some other ETF's to replace any of these or as an additional investment ? I currently have 3K available for investment. Thanks in advance.
1 pointWho wants to compare the interest rates of each of these accounts and make a list for us?
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He said, "Look up." So, I looked up, and I saw the most beautiful stars. They were like Hubble Space Telescope Images, but I could see them with my own unaided eyes. All the colors were there, close enough to touch, yet glittering and dancing against the black of space, each one twinkling its own unique light. I was kneeling in the dream, but the sight was so beautiful it knocked me backward, the backs of my thighs now folding onto my calves. I began to cry, and that is when I woke up.
Earlier in the dream, I had been visiting a friend. When I had meandered outside the walls of a weathered barn where I had been perusing the friend's library, there were two gentlemen who greeted me, one rocking quietly in an old wooden chair and the other seated in a still chair beside him. "Hello," the rocking one said, "I'm Hiram." "Hiram," I replied, pronouncing the name like high-rum. "That's an interesting name." "It's pronounced 'hear-em.' Hear-em Edson," he followed.
When I woke, I was a bit discomfited as I believed that the friend I had visited in the dream was ill. I asked my mom to please call her just to confirm that she was alright. I went on to tell my mother about this strange dream, in which I met a man named Hiram Edson. It felt odd, and I wondered if it meant something. So, as anyone with a screen and a data plan would do, I googled the name 'Hiram Edson,' only to find that he indeed lived on a farm, with a barn as I had seen. He was one of the founders of the Seventh Day Adventist faith.
This was enormously interesting to me, and even more so, it was interesting because this was the faith of my early childhood. I do not have any active recollection of every hearing about Hiram Edson or seeing his barn, but I was fascinated to be reading this stuff now, especially in the discovery that his farm was a mere four-hour drive away from my home. Field Trip!!!
As the summer waned and all the other obligatory traveling was completed, I found the window of time two weekends back to make the visit. As I prepared to go, I learned that I was going to be a stone's throw away from Hill Cumorah in Palmyra, New York, where Joseph Smith had his revelatory experiences of the Book of Mormon. Having spent time this summer already at a Zen monastery, I figured I would pack up the kids and take an even deeper dive into enlightenment, revelation, and American religious syncretism.
We had an excellent adventure that took us all about, and our timing coincided with the annual Hill Cumorah Pageant, at which hundreds of performers enact, before a crowd of many thousands, ten vignettes from the Book of Mormon. We visited the historic site of the Seneca Falls 1848 Declaration of Sentiments for women's rights. And, then, we made it to the location of my dream, hunting down I know not what. It was a rich but heavy experience, leading my eight-year old to proclaim at one point that he needed to do some crime because he had simply had too much religion. He asked me to roll down the window so he could throw a Dorito chip on the highway in protest.
I found myself wondering what was I doing at all these places. What was I looking for, and what summons was I trying to answer? I was reluctant to divulge the purpose of my travels to the kind guide who met us at the Edson Farm, but eventually I spilled the beans. He was so delighted that we had made the journey and so intrigued by what I told him that he researched, immediately upon our departure, pronunciations of the name Hiram in mid-19th century New York. He called us a little while after we left to report that, no great surprise, "hear-em" was an accurate rendering. When I learned this, I was directly returned to my experience at the Zen monastery, where I started my summer. There, the head monk politely told me that in his experience of Christians, while they spoke much, they often had a difficult time listening.
Ah, here it was. Hear it. And, what was I listening to? An invitation to look up. And what did I see? Not a great new book of prophesy, not a savior opening up the inner sanctum of the Great Temple in the Sky, not a new or old set of commandments. But, the beauty of the stars. The majesty of the night sky. The cosmos, dazzlingly lit, and all that was required of me was to let it in and to witness its beauty.
Had I not had other odd such dreams in my life, I might have heard more than this in this curious blip of consciousness converging and emerging in my night sleep. Had I not had my own inexplicable thoughts, I might be more inclined to need to judge or to understand or to categorize the enlightenments and revelations that others experienced there in 19th century New York.
Alas, I walked away with only an appreciation of the abundance of opportunities in this strange world to wonder and to listen and to see.
Natalie Kertes Weaver, Ph.D., is Chair and Professor of Religious Studies at Ursuline College in Pepper Pike, Ohio. Natalie's academic books include: Marriage and Family: A Christian Theological Foundation (Anselm, 2009); Christian Thought and Practice: A Primer (Anselm, 2012); and The Theology of Suffering and Death: An Introduction for Caregivers (Routledge, 2013). Natalie's most recent book is Made in the Image of God: Intersex and the Revisioning of Theological Anthropology (Wipf & Stock, 2014). Natalie has also authored two art books: Interior Design: Rooms of a Half-Life and Baby's First Latin. Natalie's areas of interest and expertise include: feminist theology; theology of suffering; theology of the family; religion and violence; and (inter)sex and theology. Natalie is a married mother of two sons, Valentine and Nathan. For pleasure, Natalie studies classical Hebrew, poetry, piano, and voice.
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As a huge fashion lover, I love reading pretty much anything style related from outfit of the day blog posts to articles on seasonal trends and high street fashion finds. However, over the past few years, I have become increasingly intrigued by the idea of personal style and how it can be defined. Since my teens, I have always had a rough idea of the general vibe I like to go for. However reading "The Curated Closet" by the wonderful Anuschka Rees has really helped me to define exactly what that is. Her handy step by step guide has prompted me to think a little more about the colour palettes I like to sport, the pieces I feel suit my body shape and the people and things that inspire me.
As far back as I can remember I have forever been inspired by the likes of Alexa Chung, Agyness Dean, Suki Waterhouse and more recently Megan Ellaby. I just love those 60's / 70's retro vibes and masculine silhouettes. Another factor I am pretty big on in terms of style is comfort – how controversial. Although some may consider this a fashion faux pas as "beauty equals pain" and all that, fashion isn't fun unless you are having a good time right? Personally, I can't think of anything worse than strutting around in tight, restrictive clothing or high heels from hell on the daily for the sake of "fashun".
With this being said, I would like to introduce you to my latest go-to outfit which best portrays both my personal style and love for comfort. Although I might have looked a little bit like a 118 man in this little get-up, I promise that wasn't my intention. In fact, I actually felt a lot more like … myself. If that makes any sense. Therefore, I thought I would document this mini personal style milestone here on my blog.
The Trousers
I first spotted these whilst endlessly flicking through my Instagram stories (those things are mega addictive, am I right?). What can I say? It was love at first click! Being a petite girl, scouting out trousers that aren't meters too long for my tiny little legs can be a struggle. However, this pair from Zara somehow fit like a dream (can I get an amen?). I just love their "athleisure" feel and whilst they may feel like I am wearing pyjama bottoms, when paired with something a little smarter e.g a shirt and loafers, they can actually pass for workwear – result!
These classic Vans are quickly becoming my go-to shoes of the minute (step aside converse). They are the ultimate box ticker shoe – they are versatile, comfortable and oh so easy to style.
The Jacket
You know that friend that you don't see all that often but when you do, you just have the best time together? Well, this denim jacket is that friend. During the winter months, it is stored in the depths of my wardrobe. However, as soon as the sun starts to appear around June time, this summer staple takes pride of place and is worn on every possible occasion. This summer I have also enjoyed customising my denim with patches and badges too for a little-added somethin' somethin'!
The Jumper
After falling head over heels for those Bella Freud jumpers – you know the ones, I was ecstatic to see that New Look had released a few Freud-esque numbers! Although it may be bold in colour – for me anyway, I know this is something that I will wear on the regular, especially with the winter months fast approaching.
This backpack aka "The old faithful" is one of my all time favourite fashion purchases. I originally picked it up from Marks and Spencers a few years ago, and it is fair to say that it has served me well! It is big enough to fit everything I need inside yet small enough to avoid looking bulky. I find this especially handy whenever I plan on taking my blogging camera along with me.
I hope you enjoyed my little style ramble and outfit snaps. I'd love to do write up some more of these in the future. Would this be something you would like to read? Let me know! Also, for anyone in a little bit of a style pickle, I would wholly recommend Anushka's amazing read!
Remember, you can keep up with my day to day life over on Instagram and Twitter! Fancy reading some more? Why not check out my latest posts on advice that I would give to my younger self – The Blogger edition and my review of the Alpha H Liquid Rose Gold.


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Nokiame.com targets Gulf mobile phone users
Nokia launches bi-lingual Web site to target consumers in the Middle East. Nokiame.com covers information on the company's local activities as well as details on all mobile phones available to consumers in the region.
Information on Nokia mobile phones is now available to consumers in the Middle East through a bi-lingual Web site www.nokiame.com. Through the Web site, consumers can keep in touch with information on the latest Nokia mobile phones as well as other regional activities carried out by the company.
"The Internet can be a powerful communications tool – but only if those who are expected to use it can understand the message you are trying to convey," stated Eddie Maalouf, marketing manager at Nokia Middle East. "Using the Web, companies can interact with people across the world, but without a local flavour the full potential of this medium is not realised. In launching nokiame.com, we feel that we are investing in the future of the region and providing a valuable resource for everyone in the Middle East."
The Web site includes interactive maps for identifying Nokia mobile phones available in different parts of the Middle East region. For contact details on the closest official Nokia stockist, the search can be narrowed down through the Dealer Locator facility on the site. To mark the launch of the new Web site, Nokia is also giving away 55 mobile phones to registrants this month.


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Whimsical Wedding of Justine and Dave at Elings Park
Gorgeous natural views, warm toned florals, and a balloon penguin made up the this whimsical wedding of Justine and Dave at Elings Park! Brooke of Burlap & Bordeaux not only planned and designed this wedding to perfection, but also provided all florals for this wedding. The best part is that photographer Josh Newton captured all the moments and details. Keep reading to see more!
From the bride herself... "Dave and I met at Santa Clara University, he was in law school and I was in undergrad. I worked at a yogurt shop around campus and he used to always come in. He had written a Craigslist Missed Connections ad about me and unbeknownst to him, his sister sent the link for the ad to the office where I worked. I was beyond flattered and we exchanged emails back and forth for a while, the timing wasn't quite right, I had someone else in my life, but a few years later we finally got together at the end of my senior year and just as he was finishing law school. That was in March 2010 and we've been together ever since.
When Dave and I walked into the wedding venue and finally saw everything come together it was such a special moment and I can't thank Brooke enough for that. I didn't feel like we had to think about any of the logistics or design stuff or worry about how it was going to look. It was spectacular and she did such an amazing job taking care of all of the design and planning.
And the penguin? It's an inside joke with our friend group, he's been named Mr. Guin and randomly we'll bring him out at parties, and our friend Brett Smith who married us brings him wherever he travels and takes random photos of him. Somehow he snuck into the wedding so we couldn't resist a few pics!"
Creative Team
Venue: Elings Park, Santa Barbara
Photographer: Josh Newton
Wedding Planner / Designer: Burlap & Bordeaux
Food and Beverage: Lorraine Lim Catering
Lighting: Spark Creative Events
Linens: Dreams America Linens
Florist: Burlap & Bordeaux
DJ: Dj Zeke SB
Transportation: Jump On the Schoolbus
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eMarketer Report: Apps Threatening Google's Mobile Search Dominance
Google has long dominated the search engine, but it is losing momentum on the mobile front as people are turning to apps for search instead, according to a recent report from eMarketer. Mobile users have more now have more specialized alternatives for finding information, says Cathy Boyle, a senior analyst for mobile at eMarketer.
According to eMarketer, Google owned 82.8% of the $2.24 billion mobile search market in 2012 with results dropping to 68.5% in 2013. Researchers expect it to fall down to 65.7% by the end of this year.
This report concludes that mobile search behavior is straying away from desktop behavior; as tablets and smartphones become more sophisticated, so are the users. Mobile users are using apps for searching, such as Yelp and Kayak, and this is greatly impacting Google's mobile search. In fact, it's expected that Yelp's mobile search revenue will grow 136% to reach $119.4 million in 2014, accounting for more than 40% of the company's search intake.
According to Boyle:
"App-based searching is a new phenomenon that pales in comparison with the longstanding practice of querying a search engine, and the degree to which mobile users rely on both methods for finding information is unclear. Still, in light of the growing popularity and time spent with apps, search marketers that recognize this behavior and focus on increasing visibility within apps aligned to their industry and business objectives will be best positioned to connect with the largest number of mobile users."
The report shows the the trend of mobile advertising will likely account for 85.9% of digital ad search dollars by 2018, according to eMarketer's study, reaching a projected $28.41 billion.
However, the findings also predict that Google's massive share will drop significantly, from 82.8% in 2012 to only 64.2% by 2016.
These reports pose a challenge to Google; the company will need to adapt to the increasingly mobile-driven world. According to the report, mobile advertising in the US will total $17.73 billion in 2014, with mobile search spending accounting for more than half of that total, or $9.02 billion. By 2018, they estimate that mobile search spending will reach $28.41 billion, or 85.9% of the US digital search advertising market.
According to Boyle,
"The single biggest challenge for Google is that of apps competing for mobile ads."


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As an investor in the stock market, you need to be very knowledgeable about what happens in the stock market otherwise you can and up in losses of the resources you've invested in the stock. For example, there are different types of stocks that accompany issues into the market and being aware of that can be helpful when investing.There are common stocks and preferred stock. When it comes to common stock, you ought to be aware that it is the voting right that can be exercised by the corporate decisions. The preferred stock, on the other hand, doesn't have any voting right but has a legal obligation to make a certain level of payment in the form of dividends that is before issuing the rest of the common stock to the shareholders.Therefore, you decide to make on whether you prefer dividends or the common stock payment, but most people prefer the dividends that are paid for the preferred stock.
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So I have been reluctant to join the off the shoulder club! I love how my bod looks in them but it's kinda challenging getting them to stay up while being a toddler mom! That's why I love when I can find an off the shoulder top that can also look so so cute when worn up on shoulders! So in two words BUY IT if you love the look of off-the-shoulder but also need to move your freaking arms once in a while ;) also its on mega sale!!!
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Fabrik Event: Vacay chic
I was honored to host Fabrik East Cobb's Blogger Chic Vacay event. I had such a great time helping style new friends and old and meeting all the great staff at the East Cobb location. Shopping for vacay can get expensive but I found some great deals and versatile pieces that are guaranteed to make you vacay chic
For the event I choose this great cropped top with tie detail. This shirt is a favorite of mine and I have worn it several times the fact that the back is longer makes it very versatile. ! The skirt was $50 but so worth it for the cool cut out details and button down front. These little extras make it look way more expensive then it is!
Another favorite was this great structured navy top that also comes in white and was priced at $38.
Accessories are a great inexpensive way to liven up any vacay look! These rose gold sunnies, wedges and earrings are soooo perfect for any summer get-a-way
Nicole was such a great host and photo taker!!! She was so helpful while Beau was being crazy which is always nice =)
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Palm Springs: fabrik Vacay outfit
Man there is nothing like opening a suitcase full of clothes with the tags still on them. How I do enjoy a pre-vaca shopping session!!! But alas it is easy to go overboard and not have as much spending cash as you would like on the actual vacation! Here are some tips to get some new looks for that trip with out spending all your souvenir money.
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Shop all the sales
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Purchase versatile items
It's no secret that I love shopping at local boutiques when they run their sales. One of my favs is Fabrik! They always have all the cutest things and some great affordable options to liven up your vacay outfits! I shopped their BUY 1 GET 1 1/2 off for an upcoming girls trip I had planned to Palm Springs. I scored this great long tank which I styled three way as a swim cover-up and over yoga pants. These palm shorts I had to have!!! Palm everything is super in and I loved the longer panels on the side that made these shorts easy to dress up with a sparkly tank top and wedges.
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To Tree or Not to Tree…The Green Holiday Question, Positively Green by Jennifer Cummings, M.Ed.
Positively Green
By Jennifer Cummings, M.Ed.
To Tree or Not to Tree…The Green Holiday Question
By Jennifer Cummings, M.Ed.
By Jennifer Cummings, M.Ed.
With a growing environmental awareness, more and more families are questioning whether to use a real or artificial holiday tree in their decorating. Aside from any safety concerns that might be present, there is an ongoing environmental debate regarding the pros and cons of using natural or artificial trees. What are the questions and how can you choose? Read on!
Q.) I can reuse my artificial tree, and you need to cut down a new natural tree every year. Isn't this a waste of resources?
A.) Christmas trees are farmed in many areas of the United States and Canada as a crop, much as other vegetable crops. These spaces dedicated to specifically growing trees are often viewed as mixed open and forest area, which is attractive to some animal species. Continuing to grow trees in a dedicated area keeps the land open and undeveloped for residential housing. A mature trees are cut, new trees are replanted to be harvested at a later date. In addition, the useful lifetime of an artificial tree is generally a few years, which requires the tree then be disposed of in a landfill, where it can last for many, many years.
Q.) Aren't the herbicides and other chemicals applied to trees in tree farms? Isn't that bad for the environment?
A.) It can be, yes. Depending on he nature of the tree farm there may be various chemicals used against pests or undesirable plants. Some tree farms use organic means of controlling pests and plants; ask your local tree farm about their practices if you would like to make an informed choice.
Q.) Aren't artificial trees better for allergies than real trees?
A.) It depends on what allergens you are allergic to. Trees can bring in many different allergens from outside, including dust, pollen, or other wind-borne allergens. On the other hand, some studies have linked the PVC plastic used in most artificial trees to several different health problems. Likewise, when removed from storage once a year, artificial trees can hold lots of dusts that is released into your home when the tree is set up.
Q.) Aren't real trees a fire hazard?
A.) All trees can be a fire hazard, especially when combining electricity, potentially hot bulbs and a source of fuel (a tree of any kind, as well as the decorations all over the tree). Real trees must be properly card for indoors to retain moisture to reduce their potential as a fire hazard. Artificial pre-lit trees should be carefully inspected each year for wiring safety. No tree should ever be left lit unattended, no lights that have questionable wiring should ever be used, only UL rated lights should be used, trees should not remain lit when the family goes to bed, and bulbs that get hot should not be used. On any tree. Period.
Q.) How about a live tree that I can replant after Christmas? Isn't that enviro-friendly?
A.) It depends on your local climate and how you take care of the tree. Most trees that are purchased with root balls do not survive their tenure as a Christmas tree. Some become dried out and unable to survive from being in the house, with their roots and needles dying off. Other trees reawaken from their dormant state while they are indoors, and then are unable to survive in the outdoor temperatures once they are returned outside. Before purchasing a balled root tree, talk to your local nursery or tree farmer to get more information on how it can work in your area.
Q.) What do you do with a real tree once you're done with it? My trash collectors won't take it!
A.) Some towns are not equipped to handle the large numbers of trees that find themselves on the curb the week after the holidays. But you may not need to rely on them to clear away your tree. Depending on your area, some possible uses of your old tree are: entertainment for elephants at a local zoo (contact your local zoo to see if they accept donations); compost/mulch; leave outside as a winter bird feeding station; or, make a branch pile for ground-dwelling wildlife, such as bunnies, to live in during the winter. Just remember, whatever you choose to do with your tree, make sure all decorations, especially tinsel, are removed before bringing the tree outside or giving it to animals.
The questions of real vs. artificial tree will likely continue to go on for many years to come. Some families have made entire Christmas traditions around finding "the perfect tree" each year at a tree farm; others enjoy taking their tree out of storage long before any real tree can be placed in the house. Indeed, as with most environmental topics, there are questions to both sides of the issue. However, learning more about both sides means that your family will be able to make a choice that for them is Positively Green.
Happy holidays to all of our readers! See you in 2010!
Jennifer Cummings
"I believe that families' involvement in their child's education is one of the key ingredients to creating a successful school experience for children. Keeping parents informed about school-related issues helps parents and teachers work together for the best possible outcomes for their children. Learning together makes learning fun - for everyone!" - Jennifer Cummings.
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She's a soldier, aerobics instructor and fitness fanatic – but Veronica Markus wasn't always the confident woman she is today. In fact, she was underweight and insecure… But joining the army changed all that. Here's how she gained 1okg, found her confidence and learnt to love her body.
READ MORE: "Weight Training Totally Transformed My Body And Mind"
Veronica Markus
City: Pretoria
Age: 27
Occupation: Soldier
Weight before: 43kg
Weight after: 53kg
The beginning
Veronica has been active since high school days. From dance and soccer to cheerleading, she did everything to stay active and slim. But she didn't just participate in sports because she loved it – a large part of it was due to how she viewed her body. "During my teenage years, I was obsessed with having a flat belly. I felt like it was one of my best features," she says. The result: She ended up underweight, with zero confidence.
READ MORE: "I Started Weight Training And It Totally Changed My Body"
The change
When Veronica joined the South African National Defence Forces, she began to see her body in a new light. "I saw what physical activity can do to your body and I wanted to explore it," she says. Inspired by what training was doing to her physique, she joined the gym and enlisted the help of a personal trainer.
"I had to change the way I see food. I'm no longer eating for taste or satisfaction, but for my goals," she explains. "For example, I never ate broccoli – I found it boring. But since I've learnt about its nutritional benefits, I've come to love it." Veronica meal preps two weeks out of the month; for the rest of the month, she eats what she craves – as long as it meets her goals.
"When I buy groceries, I ensure I buy healthy food. So, when I crave something or want to snack, I'm surrounded by healthy, beneficial foods while still feeding my cravings," she explains.
The lifestyle
Veronica trains six days a week, incorporating a combo of weight training and cardio four days a week and dance classes twice a week. She enjoys working her legs and abs – seriously, check out those abs! As for staying motivated, Veronica reminds herself that she exercises for herself. "People tell me I'm overdoing it and that my body is fine. This gives me the drive to put in more because they don't know or understand where I'm going with this."
Mentally, she feels fit and positive. "I know I'm not perfect and sometimes I fall off the wagon or slow down, but I'll never quit. I'll start over every day, every week if I have to. I'll keep pushing forward to where I'm going." She feels she's at her best weight now, "with healthy muscle gains and curves just in the right places".
Veronica's tips
Just start: "Figure out what health and fitness goals you want to achieve, then gather the information and ask for help. Figure out what you need to change or add to your daily habits to be healthier, look great and feel amazing."
Take the steps: "Commit to taking small steps towards this new lifestyle. Prepare your food better or cleaner. Enlist a personal trainer or someone to help you start your journey."
Be consistent and patient: "Be consistent, follow a plan and be patient with your results. Our bodies are different and transform differently. Healthy looks different on everybody, so don't compare your progress."
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The ODIN Community is all about support. Show the athletes around you that you are there for them and they will do the same!
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It's no secret I love to bake, love to cook and entertain friends and family. I have never understood those people who keep yummy recipes to themselves… surely it is the greatest compliment, when someone wants to share nurturing in food form a little further? So here it is, my latest bake… the recipe requested … Continue reading
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May Adventures
A period of gorgeous weather… waking to sunshine… smiles guaranteed. Time to have adventures, get outside, see the wider world. England is so beautiful. I hope you are enjoying the abundance of sunbeams as much as I am Kirsten x
Fresh Tastes and Simple Pleasures
So… the weather held for Bank Holiday weekend and what a weekend that made it. Simple pleasures of breakfast in the sunny courtyard, Sunday papers by a village cricket pitch and early morning mist by the lake that brought forth the promise of another gorgeously bright, warm day. We climbed trees, saw bluebells, laughed with … Continue reading


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BecharaShahid Kapoor's fairly innocent Instagram post in aid of his new film Padmavati has not been taken in the spirit in which he shared it. Shahid posted a picture of himself as Chittor ruler Maharawal Ratan Singh with the caption: "Still waters run deep. He will rise on the 1st of December. Wait for it #rajputpride." The photo shows Shahid, 36, bare-bodied and with flowing hair, his ears pierced - and while pictures of a shirtless Shahid are aplenty, the comments on this one are unflattering, to say the least. Enough folks think that Shahid nailed the look but plenty others think he compares unfavourably to co-star Ranveer Singh, who plays Alauddin Khilji.
- The picture shows Shahid bare-bodied and with flowing hair
- He was compared unfavourably to co-star Ranveer Singh
- "Ranveer is the best," reads one comment
"Ranveer is the best," reads one comment. "Ranveer pulls it off better," reads another. One says simply "bad physique." A more in-depth analysis of Shahid's anatomy says "it would have been better if you were broader." One unimpressed comment reads "trying for Prabhas look in Baahubali."
Here's Shahid Kapoor's post:
Padmavati is director Sanjay Leela Bhansali's retelling of the legend of Rani Padmini, queen of Chittor, and how she committed jauhar to escape the invading Khilji. Deepika Padukone stars as Padmini and the trailer of the film released to stratospheric interest levels this week. The posters of all three characters also generated tremendous buzz online.
Padmavati is the third film Mr Bhansali, Deepika and Ranveer are working on after Ram-Leela and Bajirao Mastani. Shahid Kapoor is a new team member. The film also co-stars Aditi Rao Hydari and Jim Sarbh and will release on December 1.
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Machine Eat Man is an electro/rock act founded by M. Ragab in 2003.
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