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Responsive Lawyer WordPress Themes are mobile-friendly premium themes built for attorneys and law firms, and you can access all themes to build websites for yourself or your clients with lifetime upgrades.
The legal industry highly depends on trust. If your customers think that lawyers are not trustworthy, then it will negatively affect your reputation as an attorney. Your website must reflect the prestige of your business, just as your physical location does. Therefore, a lawyer's website should clearly project an image of success and honesty.
Responsive WordPress Themes designed for lawyers must provide features that make it easy to navigate and help build trust with your clients.
The followings are top responsive lawyer WordPress themes for either private attorneys or law firms. This list includes both free and premium themes.
Free and Premium Lawyer WordPress themes
HumanRights – Theme Apt for Lawyers and Attorneys
HumanRights is a responsive WordPress theme for lawyers, attorneys, legal offices or consultancy firms that features a modern look and feel. The theme works using drag and drop builder plugin to create unlimited custom layout. Plus, HumanRights includes plenty of customization options that allows you to change the visual style of any elements without touching to single line of codes. It can be easily customized for your law practice.
Lawyer Base – Simple Lawyer WordPress Theme
Lawyer Base is a clean responsive WordPress theme especially for Law Firm, Law Advisers, Legal Officers, Barristers, Consultancy, Finance, Solicitor, Advocates, Counsels. (It can also be used with general corporate website as well.) This theme comes with necessary features for law firm website such as Attorney post type. It allows you to create attorneys' profile easily. We also provide multi columns layout for attorneys listing. Lawyer Base also has Practice post type. It has 3 styles of layout for this. This theme also supports the most popular ecommerce plugin, Woocommerce. Moreover, this theme also supports WPML plugin to allow you to create multi language website.
Wize Law – Professional WordPress Theme for Lawyers
You can customize this theme with exceptional simplicity thanks to GT3 page builder modules integrated into the easy-to-use Visual Composer page builder plugin and just drag-and drop the elements to create your unique pages with engaging content. No coding knowledge is required! The theme includes a number of web-page layouts you can use to showcase your services, achievements, introduce your team members and share testimonials in a very clear way. Multiple custom shortcodes, beautiful typography, and other useful as well as appealing features are available
The Practice: responsive lawyer WordPress theme
The Practice is a clean and stark looking lawyer WordPress theme specifically designed and developed to meet the needs of attorneys, legal offices, consultancy firms and many others that need a corporate website. Check out the Practice here.
LegalPro – Lawyer WordPress theme for Law Firms
Legalpro is A modern lawyer WordPress theme.
With Legalpro, you will Find the perfect solution for your law firm website. LegalPro is a responsive WordPress theme that is designed for legal executives, attorneys and judicial officers. It comes with a lot of customizable options. It's tailor-made for a legal website, you don't have to play around with the theme for hours, just implement and start working with LegalPro.
LaweriaX – A Clean Responsive Lawyer WP Theme
LaweriaX is a clean, responsive and a simple theme. The design is elegant and professional. The content looks organized. Customization of colors is possible, so you can vary the display of your website as per your requirement. It has a creative and easy to use page b
uilder. As a result, this is a definite option to look forward to
Dejure – Profession WordPress Theme for Lawyers
Dejure is a Professional WordPress Law Firm theme designed with unique concept for Law Firms, Attorneys and Legal Professionals. Gone are the days when Attorney websites are boring and bland. easily create a modern & professional website With powerful features such as Full-width page with Off Canvas Sidebar & Menu, WordPress live Customizer, Visual composer, Landing page template and many more! Dejure also gives you the flexibility to create creative display in each page, portfolio or blog. Make a truly unique website and experience for you and your clients with Dejure.
LawPractice – Lawyer WordPress Theme
This theme is designed for professionals like private lawyers, attorneys, legal advisers. The page builder integrated into the theme is useful for modifying the look of the website without making any changes in coding. There are unlimited color options available which can be used as per your specific needs. This theme is SEO optimized. Thus, it attracts more readers. In addition, this theme supports the WPML plugin which allows you to create multi-language website
Law Business – Law Business WordPress Theme
Law Business WordPress Theme is an ideal solution for a private attorney website as well as for larger law office websites. It includes all the neccesary functionality to present legal services online. Custom Services post type lets you provide a gallery of services in an attractive and handy way, describing legal solutions your office offers. If there is a team of lawyers working for your office, Law Business theme provides a great way to showcase attorney personal profiles.
One of the greatest benefits of LawBusiness theme by cmsmasters is a fantastic simplicity of website management it offers. Custom visual composer provides an easy content formatting within drag-and-drop interface. A collection of great shortcodes allows you create diverse and attractive pages.
The Law – Clean and Simple Theme for Lawyers
The Law is a Clean and simple theme for Lawyer, Legal Office and Attorneys. It's Fully Responsive theme with which you can view on all the devices. The theme is supported by WooCommerce which allows the website to start earning. In addition to all these features, the theme includes Drag and Drop Page Builder, RTL Language support, and WPML multilingual plugin support. Moreover, the theme is SEO optimized and translation ready.
Attorney – Responsive Lawyer WordPress Theme
The attorney is a clean, responsive and a simple theme. The design is elegant, looks more professional and content looks organized. Customization of colors is possible, so you can vary the display of your website as per your requirement. It has a creative and easy to use page builder. You can customize the header options and portfolio layouts. There are 10 pages templates to choose from. Thus, this is the simple yet classic option for law firm website.
This theme is designed in a way that helps you to make a strong first impression on clients. The responsive lawyer WordPress theme has a modern, classy-visual design. It is a multi-language ready theme available for various users with different languages. There are few client pages, wherein the client status can be made available. Page options, color options are customizable and easy to modify.
Private Lawyer – Elegant Law Firm WordPress Theme
This is a clean, sophisticated and elegant theme for private lawyers, law firms, and attorneys. It has a strategically designed homepage which can be customized with dynamic widgets. The slider is integrated with a theme to attract the viewer and add new elements in sight.furthermore, it has all standard features like a customizable front page, built-in monetization, 5 different color schemes and much more.
TheGem – Modern WordPress Theme
TheGem is an excellent theme with the modern stylish look. It is a tech-savvy, rapidly responsive WordPress creative multipurpose website theme. TheGem is easy to customize and make your own, with the help of advanced theme settings as well as the premium Visual Composer drag and drop page builder. This theme is perfect for professionals who need to showcase their accomplishments or disseminate information about their professional services to the public.
LawyeriaX – WordPress theme for Law Business
This is a WordPress theme for Law Business. It is a fully responsive theme which can be made available on all the devices. With this theme, various color options are made available to decorate your website. Custom Services post types let you show the gallery of services and list of lawyers. There are different pages to establish the content related to the client base and lawyer base of your firm.
Wish – Professional WordPress Theme for Lawyers
Wish is a professional, polished yet relatable and welcoming WordPress theme for law firms. It is memorable and personable with customization, colorful with custom colors. The theme is technologically seamless and thoroughly responsive WordPress multipurpose website theme. It has an impressive Visual Composer. While the Revolution Slider offers immersive, smooth and engaging ways for your audience to relate to your website. That makes Wish an ideal WordPress theme for lawyers or attorneys.
This is a responsive theme which can be Made available on all the devices with various screen sizes. You can customize background images to enhance your website design. Avada has a lot of theme options including page builder. This theme is supported by woocommerce and allows it to survive in the competition. Thus, this is the best theme to land on to.
Executive Pro Theme – Business Law Firm WordPress Theme
Executive Pro is designed with the understanding that your most important projects need to be front and center, strategically and expertly displayed. This elegant layout offers your clients and customers a premium experience to share your objectives and carry out your vision with authority. This theme has a customizer to modify color schemes and header settings. Thus, try this theme.
Better – Elegant WordPress Theme
This is the simple yet elegant lawyer WordPress theme. It has a customizer which allows you to customize with ease. This is a responsive theme which looks good on all the devices. The theme is incorporated with the visual composer with which you can drag and drop the required elements. The slider revolution is possible with the drag and drop option. On top of these features, the theme is retina ready.
Now, let see few free WordPress themes suitable for lawyers and attorneys.
Nowadays, lawyers tend to be indispensable and the WordPress lawyer themes are made to meet the professionalism and the high standards of a standardized firm. Here are few such options to go for.
Legal – Free Lawyer WordPress Theme
A clean and minimalist theme for small businesses, especially for lawyers and law firms. The theme has a professional look, a nice parallax scrolling. The theme includes the widgetized footer and a full-width slider. This theme is simple yet elegant and is the best option to go for. Though it is freely available WordPress theme it is worth trying out.
wp-advocate – Parallax Scrolling WordPress Theme
This is a theme for all people associated with legal entities, especially lawyers. This has parallax scrolling as is professional. The theme comes with a slider and footer. The footer can be included in a widget. The theme is free to download from WordPress.
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19 Mar 2015
Pool Fencing Waterville NY
If you're an owner of a pool, you've most likely looked in to pool fencing. Poly Enterprises just recently installed a new installation of Pool Fencing in Waterville NY. After assessing the site and deciding on the best possible fence style and height, we went to work installing the fence posts. When installing a fence around an in-ground pool its always important to work with the pool company to determine the location of the pool lines going to the filter and sometimes pool heater so as not to hit the lines with any drilling equipment. It's also very important to decide on the gate location, width, and number of doors, so as to have proper access once the pool is inclosed by the fence. Its also critical to check your local pool codes to make sure that the pool fence meets your local codes.
After the fence posts were all set in concrete and installed plumb and level in their exact locations and sufficient time was give for the concrete to cure, we were back to install the panels and gates and clean up the site. The installation came out great and our customer was very happy with the installation. We were able to install the fence quickly and efficiently – providing our customer with a great pool fence install. They will enjoy years of life from their new pool fence and as always our vinyl fence comes backed by a lifetime material warranty.
If you're considering Pool Fencing Waterville NY, look to Poly Enterprises. We offer free quotes and would love to discuss your upcoming projects with you!
11 Mar 2015
Vinyl Fencing in Rome NY
Vinyl Fencing in Rome NY
Welcome, back! Poly Enterprises has competed yet another successful installation of Vinyl Fencing in Rome NY! This time, with our Fulton privacy fences. After assessing the site and determining the best location for the fence to maximize the space and privacy, we went to work installing the fence posts for the fence. As always our fence posts are concreted in the ground creating a long lasting sturdy footer for the posts. Its also very important to have all the underground utilities marked before drilling holes for fence posts. After installing the fence posts making sure every post was perfectly plumb and straight and the height was even with the grade, we were able to come back the following day to install the panels and the gates.
Our gates come complete with stainless steel hardware and latches so they will never rust or corrode. Furthermore, all our stainless steel gate hardware is manufactured in Lancaster County Pennsylvania by the Amish. The fence install came out great and our customer was very happy with the installation. Vinyl fence is a great choice if you don't want the hassle of staining or painting a wood fence and our vinyl fence material comes complete with a lifetime warranty.
If you're looking for Vinyl Fencing in Rome NY, give Poly Enterprises a call today! We'd be happy to provide you with a free quote and estimate for Vinyl Fencing or any other information on fencing, decks, railing, or pergolas.
04 Mar 2015
Mohawk Valley's Local Home and Garden Show
All of us at Poly Enterprises are looking forward to the coming year and are excited to get back to work doing what we do best installing beautiful fences, decks, pergolas, and arbors. Our spring installation schedule is filling up fast so be sure to contact us to have an estimate done for your fence or decking needs.
Like always, we will be back at the Mohawk Valley's only local home and garden show which will take place March 20th – 22nd at the Jorgensen Center at Mohawk Valley Community College. We will be displaying vinyl, aluminum, and wood fencing as well as railing and decking. Whether you're looking for a particular product, or just want to see what we have available – stop by and check us out! You come to the Home and Garden Show to learn about all the different fence products we have to offer, get ideas for you next home improvement project, and see how we can beautify your homes exterior. We would love to talk to you about your upcoming project ideas, and discuss with you the best options to complete them. Did you know we offer free quotes? We do! So don't forget to stop by the Mohawk Valley Home and Garden Show – March 20th – 22nd and check us out!
We look forward to a great season and give us a call if you have any questions about our products or need to schedule an estimate.

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"Just This Moment" is intended to be a collection of those small moments in which you are truly present in your life - at just that moment. The images may not be frame-worthy, but are moments that fill you with joy, allow you to experience a moment of gratitude, make you smile, touch your heart, and/or make your soul sing. I encourage you to share your "moment" here with me, but I will get us started with this…
I look forward to peaches each summer. Not only are they a delicious summer fruit, but they bring back those halcyon days of my childhood when I would spend a week with my grandparents in the summers. One of the recollections from those times is my grandfather coming home after a long day working, but his day was not over until he watered his small orchard of peach trees. The aroma of wet earth and the heat of the day would melt away when he would pick a peach for us to sample. There is nothing like the smell or taste of a peach, still warm from the sun, spilling its sweet nectar down your hands and arms after you have taken a bite.
I have missed the guilty pleasure of enjoying a peach in all it's messy deliciousness. For the past few years, we have not had great peach seasons here in Texas. However, in May, we stopped at a farmers market and bought some peaches from one of the vendors. She said this was going to be a good year for peaches. She promised that they would get better and better as the season when on. Boy, was she right.
I may not have plucked this year's peaches from the tree myself. The juices may not still be warm from a day in the summer sun, but they still hold the sweetness of taste, fragrance, and memory.
So what was your Moment this month? Post your image, or use words to tell me about it in a comment below. If you prefer, tag me on Instagram using @siennasuzan and/or use the hashtag #gratefulmomentphoto


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New Seminar in December
Raindrops keep fallin' on your back…
Raindrop Technique Seminar – Wednesday, December 7th
Thank you to everyone that attended our "Essential Oils Are Essential" Seminar! It was very successful with 25 people in attendance all learning about the healing power of oils. Here's to many germ-free homes for the holidays and happy and healthy families!
Susie Bower, owner of End of the Leash, will present our next seminar on using therapeutic grade essential oils in the Raindrop Technique on Wednesday, December 7th from 6pm-7pm.
The technique will be demonstrated on a dog & cat. Humans, cats, dogs, horses & birds all benefit from the amazing powers of therapeutic grade oils. There may be a benefit for almost every condition within the Raindrop Technique.
Please call the store to register at 262-363-3338 or register online by going to the Contact Us section. The non-refundable fee for this seminar is $30.00 and reservations are required as there is limited space available.
Melissa Shelton DVM – Raindrop Technique
I am sure the thought has crossed your mind if you are new to Essential Oils – "Just what IS a Raindrop?" And, if you are already experienced in this human application of oils – you have probably wondered – "How in the world would I do this to my dog?" To me, the Raindrop Technique is one of the most powerful and helpful, broad spectrum application of oils. When in doubt, I will reach for a Raindrop Technique as a first line application for my patients. It is highly beneficial in many areas, due to the high number and variety of oils being applied.
Basically, there may be a benefit for almost every condition within the Raindrop Technique.
A Raindrop Technique is a special way of applying several (often 8-9) different oils topically over the spinal area. This technique was created by the founder of Young Living, Gary Young. The technique he created combined the therapeutic use of essential oils with several ancient modalities; from Native American rituals to Tibetan Reflexology.
In the application, the chosen oils are dripped from tail to head, from a distance of about 3-6 inches from the spine. Combined with specialized strokes and reflexology techniques (called VitaFlex), Raindrop Technique can be a powerful tool that anyone can use.
Adoptable Animals at EOTL
Lakeland Animal Shelter will be here this Friday & Saturday, November 11th & 12th with adoptable dogs and cats. Stop in between the hours of 10am-2pm and possibly meet your new best friend!
Located in Elkhorn, Lakeland is a wonderful resource for our community. Be sure to ask them about their plans to build a new shelter soon and stop in to say hello.
Animal Communication
Rebecca Moravec will be with us on Wednesday, November 16th. She can communicate with your animals in person or with a photograph. If you've never experienced a communication session with Rebecca it's definitely something you and your animal will never forget.
Now is a great time to prepare for the busy holiday season! Call the store to reserve a spot and find out availability and fees – 262-363-3338.
Molly's 1st Birthday
Join us this Thursday, November 10th to celebrate Molly's 1st birthday!
We asked Molly what time she'd like her party and her reply was "It's my birthday all day so my party is all day!" The store is open from 9am-7pm so that's when we'll be hosting her party.
Our Historic Location
Happy 100th Birthday Harold!
Here's a blast from the past: our location is mentioned in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article about Harold Koeffler's 100th birthday.
It's one thing to celebrate a 100th birthday, but to celebrate with an industry giant that has been one's livelihood for a good part of that century is a rare occurrence. Yet when friends and acquaintances gather at Horter Chevrolet from 2 to 4 p.m. Nov. 3 to celebrate Harold Koeffler's centennial birthday, the celebration happens to falls on Chevrolet's 100th anniversary.
Although the Koeffler Chevrolet sign no longer hangs outside the dealership Koeffler bought from his brother in 1949, a sign that hung outside the business in its early days does hang in the showroom of the dealership - now Horter Chevrolet. First located where Citizens Bank now sits on Highway 83, the dealership later moved down the street where End of the Leash is currently housed." Read more…
Don't forget to stop in Thursday and wish Molly a happy 1st birthday!
Your Friends at End of the Leash
Please remember that us folks at End of the Leash are not veterinarians, and no information on our website is intended to replace the indispensable and professional advice of your veterinarian.


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Rhubarb and White Chocolate Fool with Summer Berries
- Serves: 4-6
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Effort: easy
- 200 g rhubarb, peeled and chopped into short lengths
- 75 ml sweet dessert wine or kirsch
- 2 tbsp caster sugar
- 150 g raspberries
- juice and grated zest of 1 oranges
- 200 g full-fat cream cheese
- 150 g good quality white chocolate, freshly melted in a bowl over a pan of simmering water
- 100 g selection of summer berries, (strawberries, raspberries, etc)
To garnish:
- icing sugar
- fresh mint leaves
- sweet biscuits, (such as Boudoir fingers) to serve
1. Place the rhubarb in a non-reactive saucepan. Add the wine and sugar. Cook over a low heat for 5-8 minutes until the rhubarb has softened. Set aside to cool.
2. Place the cooled rhubarb and raspberries in a blender, add the orange juice and zest, then process to a smooth puree. Place the mixture in a bowl.
3. Beat the cheese into the cooled, but still liquid chocolate, then stir in the rhubarb and raspberry puree.
4. Transfer these to attractive individual glasses, then top each with a selection of summer fruits, chill until required.
5. Serve each fool lightly dusted with icing sugar and decorated with mint leaves and sweet biscuits.
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MORAGA, CA--(Marketwired - January 24, 2017) - Affiliates of MacKenzie Capital Management, LP has extended the expiration date of the offer from January 24, 2017 to February 7, 2017. As of the date hereof, 1,398.97 Shares have been tendered by Shareholders and not withdrawn, approximately 0.0014% of the outstanding Shares.
Other than extending the expiration date, no other terms of the Offer are changed. Shareholders should read the Offer to Purchase and the related materials carefully because they contain important information. Shareholders may obtain a free copy of the Tender Offer Statement on Schedule TO, the Offer to Purchase, the Letter to Shareholders, the Assignment Form, and other documents that the company has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at the commission's website at www.sec.gov. Shareholders also may obtain a copy of these documents, without charge, from our website at www.mackenziecapital.com (click on Tenders), or by calling toll free at 800-854-8357.
Contact Information:
Christine Simpson
800-854-8357 x. 1024
MacKenzie Capital Management, LP
1640 School Street
Moraga, California 94556


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If you're working a full-time job but want to begin working on your side hustle as a way to make more money, then you're probably wondering where on earth you're going to find the time to make this possible. After all, between work, the commute, and spending time with our family and friends, there's not much time left!
But there's good news: you don't need to have a part-time job or no job at all to get your business underway. All you need is an hour a day. Here's how to do it.
Remove Distractions
Do you find yourself bored, scrolling through social media feeds? Can't help but click that "breaking news" headline? We've all been there. But, using things like News Feed Eradicator for Facebook and StayFocusd can help you avoid distractions like social media and news websites that can cut into your side hustle time. Eliminate distractions right away so that you can focus on your side hustle.
Stay Consistent
Everyone ends up with at least an hour in the day; it's just that sometimes that hour appears in the morning or the evening. If you're trying to build your empire in just sixty minutes a day, then you'll need to be consistent. This means picking an hour (say, 7-8 am, or 6-7 pm) during which you'll work, and then making sure you stick to this working schedule every day.
If something comes up that coincides with that time, you'll need to treat your response in the same way you'd treat a clash with your regular job. It's the only way to ensure discipline, which is key to business success.
Make a List of Tasks
If you've only got an hour a day, then, well, you don't have much time. As such, you need to be ready to hit the ground running when that hour rolls around. If you have a list of tasks to work on for when you sit down, you'll have no time to waste. You can make the list of actions throughout the day by just carrying a pen and paper around with you, and making the list when you're waiting in line at the supermarket (or wherever you happen to be when you remember what needs done).
Get Streamlined
Your time is precious, and you absolutely don't want to be wasting any of it! As such, you need to ensure that you're working effectively, which involves boosting your productivity in any way you can. Automation is your friend.
You can create company templates with Templafy.com, which will also work wherever you are, so you can still get that hour of work in even if you're away from your usual work spot. You may also wish to consider outsourcing some tasks to third-party companies – like the tasks that are non-skilled but time-consuming.
Slow and Steady
Here's the fact of the matter: if you only have one hour in the day, then you're not going to build a successful company in a couple of weeks. It's going to take time. But this is no bad thing; if you're patient, then you'll be able to slowly build up your business, and in the process make it more robust. When you know you're going to be successful, you'll be able to leave your full-time work behind!
Additional Reading Time
In the evening, read books and blogs to educate yourself. When the following day rolls around, you'll have ideas to burn. Reading books and blogs and listening to podcasts can help get the creative juices flowing.
Make More Money Per Hour
If you have only an hour a day to devote to a side hustle, make the most money per hour you can make. Avoid wasting that precious time on side hustles that have a low rate of return. Find ways to make extra money that have a higher hourly rate or give you the ability to generate passive income.
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Wine Tasting is one of the more popular attractions on the Estate. The tasting room is located next door to the Green Vine Eatery which offers some of the most spectacular views in the City. Order your Silvermist Wine or pop in to enjoy an informative Wine Tasting Experience.
CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS | OPENING 1st March 2019
High Season (1 Dec 2018 – 28 Feb 2019)
Open: Tuesday – Sunday | Closed: Mondays
Summer Wine Tasting Times: 11:00 till 17:00
Mid Season (1 March 2019 – 30th April 2019)
Open: Wednesday – Sunday | Closed: Monday – Tuesday
Low Season (1 May 2019 – 30 Sept 2019)
Open: Friday – Sunday | Closed: Monday – Thursday
Wine Tasting Groups of 10 Persons or more, by Appointment Only.
Email: email@example.com | Tel: + 27 (0)21 794 7601
Silvermist's unique location, aspect and altitude, all combine to create the perfect climate to produce wines of exceptional standards.
Silvermist Organic Wine Estate has planted three cultivars, namely Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay for a delicious Organic Method Cap Classique.
This Sauvignon Blanc is a 100% Sauvignon and was made from the Organic Vineyards on the Upper most slopes of the Constantia Valley. This purist Sauvignon Blanc is produced from Organic grapes grown exclusively on the estate. Between 12 000 and 16 000 bottles of Silvermist Organic Sauvignon Blanc is produced annually. Each bottle of the boutique wine collection produced from Silvermist Organic Wine Estate has been individually numbered.
This wine was made in celebration of the spirited character of the wine maker's ever faithful dog "Rocket". The Rocketdog Red is rich yet a wine soft and complex. The wine is made from a blend of organically certified Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. The 25% Shiraz is aged in new American barrels and the 75% Cabernet aged in new French barrels, both of which are then blended together at bottling.


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I touched slightly on this in my All Change post this summer. Starting a full-time job in London can come as a bit of a shock to someone who has been travelling and freelancing for a while. Juggling work and life is hard, evenings seem to pass so quickly and simple errands and chores become the main plan for the day outside of work. I feel a sense of achievement upon going to bed at night if the washing up is done, laundry put away and the cushions rearranged on the sofa. Finding time to write is almost impossible, especially when I aim to be in the gym 2-3 evenings a week plus weekends. "Oh no, you don't have time to do anything!" Elena, my hairdresser, told me on my recent visit. It was 10pm on a Tuesday night and we weren't done. She may have a point, considering that this was the only time that I could fit in 3hrs of highlights. She once told me that she doesn't have time to eat, hence she was rocking a pair of leather leggings that day. I do not have that problem, hence why I was not. But that's another blog entirely.
"There's no such thing as work-life balance. There's work, and there's life, but there's no balance."
The above quote came from Sheryl Sandberg, the first woman on Facebook's board of directors. She also stated, "I walk out of this office every day at 5.30pm so I'm home for dinner with my kids." but admitted that it took her a few years to be able to say it aloud. If you've ever judged someone for shutting down their computer, grabbing their bag and walking out of the office bang on time as if they've just heard the school bell go, think again. These people have lives outside of work, as do you, and you're probably only judging them because you'd love to be running out on time too. We shouldn't be made to feel guilty for leaving at the end of the day… It is the norm after all.
The role of a woman in the workplace in today's world is still constantly changing… Particularly because they will at some point most probably get pregnant, require maternity leave and then complete understanding when they run out early to attend a Christmas nativity or to make sure that someone can pick the kids up. (it's easier than letting a dad out to do it). This is all Sandberg's reasoning. She may be on the board of one of the biggest companies in the world, but she is also a mother who wants to have dinner with her children in the evening, before jumping back on the email in the evening if necessary.
This makes perfect sense to me. In a works where a high percentage of people suffer from stress related illnesses as a result of long working hours, this broken up working day is an ideal solution. If your office closes at 6, leave at 6… Head home, go to the gym, have something to eat… Still think you need to send that email? Do it later, what's the real difference between sending it at 6.30 and 8.30? Who else is sitting in their office waiting to receive it? More fool them in my opinion.


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Stay in the process
This post is coming a day late because I am currently away celebrating my cousin's university graduation in California. With the time change it was just going to be too rushed to post last night, but I am here now :)
We have all heard of the saying about taking the time to "stop and smell the roses", right? Well, this past week, as I talked to people who have recently graduated, I don't think this was emphasized enough. I feel like I embraced every moment of life in my university years, but I don't think that everyone can truly say they felt the same.
I think we are all too focused on the end goal of everything. In terms of school, it's about making it to university. Once we get there, it's about graduating and getting your diploma. Now what? For me, I found myself getting too caught up in getting in and getting out that I quickly knew I needed to make time to enjoy the journey and live in the current moment. That meant grabbing onto any opportunity I could get experience in, in my field of fitness instructing and physical activity. I recognized that it isn't always about the end result, but the skills you gather and the experiences you have along the way to get you to that point.
Now that I know of many people who have become recent grads, they are left with the feeling of 'what next'? They became so focused on the goal of getting out that once they get there they are lacking the skills, experiences, or plans for the next step. It leaves people feeling like they are just sitting around waiting for the best career opportunity to fall into their lap now that they have arrived at the destination. Although it works for some people, the average person needs to put a little more effort into finding that first job after school, which will land them into their dream career. Getting to the end is definitely a measurable life milestone, but if you don't stop to think about how you are getting there or enjoy that time, maybe by joining a club or getting a part-time job, you might find yourself asking if the entire process was worth it.
The biggest lesson I have taken away from this is to stay in the process. Whether we are finishing school or working in a particular field, we must remember that it is about the journey that takes us to the destination and not only about the destination itself. When we live life in the present we allow ourselves the ability to enjoy each moment, learn from each experience, and gain skills that will help us reach further. If you really think of it, there is never an end destination because we can continue to learn and grow and shift our focus onto something else always.
Yes, we need to all stop and smell the roses and enjoy life a little more. We also need to take time to remember that the process is the most important part because it will allow us to stay present, learn from mistakes, grow into ourselves, and enjoy life so much more.
Be fierce. Be strong. Be vibrant.
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The revolving door of '70s and '80s action icons appears to have no end for the kick-ass crew of "The Expendables." Lionsgate has made no official casting announcements about the sequel, but the CEO at the Bulgarian studio where the movie is expected to film certainly has.
Speaking to Bulgarian news site Novinite.com, David Varod, CEO at Nu Boyana Studios, revealed that John Travolta, Jean Claude van Damme and Chuck Norris would be joining returning stars Sylvester Stallone, Jet Li, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Mickey Rourke, Jason Statham and Bruce Willis. Simon West ("Con-Air," "Tomb Raider") is on board to direct, replacing Stallone who helmed the first "Expendables." That ensemble actioner was a surprise hit grossing $103 million domestic and $274 million around the globe.
Travolta recently completed Oliver Stone's thriller "Savages" with Aaron Johnson, Blake Lively and Taylor Kitsch. Norris hasn't worked since 2005's direct to video release "The Cutter."
"The Expendables 2" is expected to hit theaters Aug. 17, 2012.


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Bear Your Self Graciously/
I come to the end of the day, taking a few moments before bedtime to align with my Self. I find the quiet in me, sit in this stillness, and drop into my center, returning to the place of my origins, and the source of this odd life on the planet. Strangely, it appears to be an alien world, a lush jungle where vines embrace tress creating a cloak of leaves that hang limply all around and shiver sensuously in the breeze, blending into the multi-hued greens of this wild wonderland. Bird calls echo off the trees, and shafts of light pour in through the tiny open pockets in the tree tops, hinting at a separate world outside this cloistered haven. This is my meeting ground, the place where I come to train in the energetic arts with the hidden masters.
Another excerpt from my daily writing practice. For similar entries, click the "Daily Intent" tag below. Also scroll down to see a video recital of this entry.
They do not show themselves to me, whispering instead of things to come, and things to take back to my world. They tell me it is all happening now, in dreamtime, played out in reverie and rapture, and leaving traces only the observant will see in the everyday world. The familiar signs, used by countless generations, are rarely seen in the modern world. Go to the seashore now, and you will not find the shells of former life because the world has been picked over, claimed and captured, stripped of its gifts by those who were given stewardship of the earth and instead, claimed it all by right as if we have no one or no thing to which we must answer.
They say, "Be not among them. Walk in their midst, but hold quick to the vines of this hidden jungle. Bear your Self graciously. Be a living prayer. You will do more for the world as the heartbeat of life than the advocate lost causes. Your time has come. Drop your shell on the shore and become the ocean."
Where do you go when you retreat into yourself?
Do you have "hidden masters" that teach you?
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Love them or hate them, there's no middle ground where cats are concerned.
Aloof and independent, at turns icy and warmly affectionate, there's no figuring out the feline mind, which makes it all the more alluring.
Humans have been enjoying the company of their feline companions for thousands of years, with evidence seen everywhere from the inky paw prints in Da Vinci's notebooks to ancient Egyptian tombs. A symbol of higher power and primitive grace, the cat as we know it today carries a long and rich iconography.
Whether you're honoring a beloved pet or the archetype itself, a cat tattoo speaks of the rare kind of man you are. You don't require the unquestioning loyalty and constant enthusiasm of, say, a dog, nor do you require similar conduct from your companions. You understand the cat's secrecy, and fierce aversion to having its space invaded; conversely, you are endlessly generous with those who have put in the work to deserve your affection. A representation of the darker aspects of the psyche, the nocturnal cat isn't afraid to venture where others fear to follow.
The man who welcomes the cat into his life–be it in the fur or on the skin–is an exceptional soul. Patient and steadfast, with an ever-so-slight sarcastic glean in his eye, he takes on the world on his own terms. Just as the cat asks for neither permission nor forgiveness, so too does he proceed with hardly a second thought for his detractors.
One thing is certain: once you've won the cat's love, it's for life.


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In my last blog, I will deviate, but not entirely, from the theme that I had been following in my previous blogs. By focusing on the rise of behemoth companies and food chains, I want to highlight the plight and uphill battles that small-scale, traditional and organic farmers face when juxtaposed next to McDonald, Walmart, and the likes, in this ever competitive global food economy.
When I visited my friend's aunt during fall break, driving to farmers market with her reminded me not only of my home (Nepal), but also the sad fact of how healthy food options here in the US is a luxury and a privilege. With chains like McDonald offering deals like "McPick 2 for $5" on one hand and organic produce costing more than a dollar for just an apple on the other hand, it is no surprise that healthy options are out of the expenditure equation for most of the mass population. And thus, despite the push for awareness regarding healthy diets many people are obliged to resort to cheapened (as Professor Fabos had mentioned in class), mostly sugarcoated, GMO products from the never-ending aisles of Walmart and thus most organic or traditional farmers are dissuaded from implementing sustainable methods in their fields.
Therefore small-scale farmers are unable to compete with juggernaut corporations like Walmart and Target. Among several negative consequences that arise from this dynamic, the ones that stand out to me are:
- Loss of traditional and sustainable farming methods
- Health effects that arise from consumption of GMO products
- Exploitation of farmers who give their produce for almost nothing in return
And even though it has been proven time again that GMO products can cause infertility, promote gastrointestinal and immune disorder, increase the use of herbicide (its effects would require a whole new blog post), and the list can go on, governments are nonchalant about these consequences. In fact, "the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), for example, doesn't require a single safety study, does not mandate labeling of GMOs, and allows companies to put their GM foods onto the market without even notifying the agency" and most of the "health and environmental risks of GMOs are ignored by governments' superficial regulations and safety assessments.
When the governments themselves are oblivious to the health of the people, it is no surprise that mega corporations parasitically suck farmers dry, from grabbing lands to paying abysmally low costs. Raj Patel in Stuffed and Starved paints an eerily gloomy picture of how Nestle makes profit off of Ugandan coffee farmers who are on the verge of slumping below the poverty level. I will never be able to look at a Nestle product the same now with the knowledge that they pay 14 cents per kilo (which is laughably low) of coffee beans to Ugandan farmers while they themselves make profits out of US$ 26.40 per kilo. And this is just a picture that captures one company, one set of farmers and one commodity. In a larger global scale, the exploitation and profits are magnified by insensible degrees.
So it was a breath of fresh air when Costco announced that it would be lending money to farmers for their organic produce after it witnessed high demands for those produce, even though it is only a pilot program. And Whole Foods is also embarking on a similar journey. But do these initiatives effectively mitigate all the problems mentioned above? Personally, I don't think so and I don't expect them to carry all the weight on their shoulder. We have to remember that corporations like Whole Foods, although great in their own way, are projected towards and can only be afforded by select bourgeoisie and thus do not effectively solve the larger problem at hand.
So the ability to tackle this multifaceted problem that plague not just the US but places all over the globe should be undertaken by the governments. Some of the points that I took away from one of my discussion classes was the need for the governments to provide subsidies to organic and traditional small-scale farmers so they can compete effectively. On personal levels, we should overcome our obsession with perfect and glossy products and support our local farmers. Corporations like McDonald's should be responsible to notify customers about where the products they use are sourced from (my friend from France told me that McDonald's there have started doing so).
Of course, my blog post does not hold the answer to everything. But it is a small step and I believe every single action, though it may seem inconsequential in a larger scene, is at least a step towards betterment.
Work Cited:
Jeffery Smith. "10 Reasons to Avoid GMOs." Institute for Responsible Technology. 25 August 2011. http://responsibletechnology.org/10-reasons-to-avoid-gmos/
Ryan Grenoble. "Costco is Selling So Much Organic Produce, Farmers Can't Keep Up." The Huffington Post. 13 April 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/costco-organic-produce-farmers-partnership_us_570d0a80e4b01422324a1f6c
Angel Gonzalez. "Largest Organic Grocer Now Costco, Analysts Say." Seattle Times. 1 June 2015. http://www.seattletimes.com/business/retail/costco-becomes-largest-organic-grocer-analysts-say/
Christine Wang. "McDonald's McPick 2 for $5 Menu to Feature its Classic." CNBC. 26 February 2016. http://www.cnbc.com/2016/02/26/mcdonalds-mcpick-2-for-5-menu-to-feature-its-classics.html


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We run the risk of being boring but feel it is important to focus attention and zone in on some highly significant events in the long saga of the Irish 'Water Charges' controversy. The events we will highlight here and in future articles are; 1) The Water Framework Directive-2000/60/EC', 2) Ireland's River Basin Management Plan, 3) Article 9.4, the Irish Exemption, 4) The Water Services Act 2013 and 5) EU/IMFBank Bailout of 2010.
Because of the relevance of these events and how the Government and EU bureaucrats interpret and use them, one would think that the anti water charges' campaign leaders would delve into these cornerstones of Irish and EU Water Policies. For whatever reason they are not. The Government and pro 'Water Charges' lobby are being allowed set the agenda, pick and choose selective interpretations, misrepresent events and rely on secrecy.
They should not be let them off the hook easily. Instead their versions of facts must be countered, historical inaccuracies highlighted and political intrigues and revisionism exposed. Like the sleeked, slimy, two faced, greedy shopkeeper and publican, Tom Ryan, in Ryan's Daughter, we are being duped into thinking that politicians and individuals are on our side when in fact these very same erstwhile supporters are pursuing their own agenda whether it be party opportunism or personal aggrandisement.
Despite what any Minister, EU bureaucrat or IMF/EU Troika official say the fact remains that the Water Framework Directive 2000/60/EC and Article 9.4 of the directive is in force today and our water policy is being driven by the first cycle of the River Basin Management Plan, the main stipulation in the Water Framework Directive. No amount of political juggling or threats can change this. How can anyone have plans and agreements if they do not stick to them?
Not only should the anti water charge movement to try to find out the truth about the events, it should also hold to account all those who have made the water issue a political football for the past forty years. This dogged pursuit by the political elite, the EU bureaucrats and international financiers has been relentless. It is hard to accept the hypocrisy of sidestepping the democratic wish of the Irish people that our water resource should belong to the people of Ireland and funded through general taxation. What is just as hard to accept is the belief that politicians seem to have that their actions, misrepresentations, rhetoric and even lies are acceptable, their reason being that it's the nature of politics.
Buncrana Together have written quite a bit already on the above events (search our archives for Water Framework Directive or 9.4 exemption), however, we feel there is much more to come out and that the anti water chargescampaign has lost focus or worse led down the garden path. We are being fooled into thinking that 'Water Charges is as good as abolished'. Indeed the charges have been suspended but only until Minister Coveney's hand picked 'Independent Commission on Domestic Water Charges' reports back sometime after November this year, after which a vote will be taken on the issue in the Dáil. Members of Fianna Fáil are the biggest culprits in spreading this line. However, what they do not tell about are events that are happening behind the scenes, events like the second cycle of the River Basin Management Plan. We say never mind what you might do next year, what are you doing now? We have asked Fianna Fáil what is their position on the Water Framework Directive, the River Basin Management Plan and the 9.4 Exemption. To date we have had no reply.
It is one thing for politicians and EU bureaucrats to manipulate facts, to act in secret, ignore citizens. We have, somehow, got used to this political chicanery. However it is another thing altogether when those on the side of the anti water charges' campaign also ignore seemingly vital events. The Right2Water Trade Union assumed leaders have also ignored requests for explanations and to concentrate on the Water Framework Directive, the River Basin Management Plan and the 9.4 Exemption. In doing so they are allowing the pro water charges' camp, (and maybe not pro camps), to dictate the agenda and use selective propaganda without being questioned. It is a case of 'Nero fiddled while Rome burned'.
River Basin Management Districts
Would it surprise you know that right at this moment the Government the Irish River Basin Management Districts are actively engaged in drafting the second stage of the River Basin Management Plan?
What is so significant about this second cycle River Basin Management Plan, is that it will be Ireland's de facto Water Policy into the future. If it is allowed to continue, unopposed, it will include 'Pricing Policy', including domestic water charges, 'Metering' and the entity and structure of Irish Water Ltd will be firmly entrenched. It will quietly ignore the 9.4 Exemption and our long established practice of Water Policy will end. The new River Basin Management Plan will become part of EU Water Policy, signed sealed and delivered.
No matter what some may lead you to believe now, when the time comesand all the plans are put in placethe same political parties and individualwho told us to have faith, will wash their hands of it and say 'the decision has already been made'.


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Category Archives: Home
4 Signs That You Need a New Furnace Soon
Buying a new furnace in the Beehive State can be a costly proposition, but putting replacement off can give you headaches in the winter.
Nothing's more annoying than dealing with faulty heating equipment when you need it most. When a breakdown catches you off guard, it can ruin your day (or night) until help arrives.
To know when it's time to do a furnace replacement in Utah, experts at All Hours Plumbing and HVAC advise that you look for these telling signs:
1. Your Unit Is Over 15 Years Old
The consensus is that old furnaces have a shorter lifespan; they tend to stay serviceable for more or less 15 years only. Even if you never encountered any problem with your aging unit, the chances that are it's due to fail sooner than later.
2. Your Unit Is Spewing Pollutants
Bad furnaces can still heat spaces but also compromise indoor air quality. They could send dust, dirt, and rust particles airborne. Soot might develop around the unit or the registers, which can be indicative of excessive carbon dioxide. It can result in too much dryness, which can affect your health.
3. Your Unit Is Getting Louder and Louder
The blower fan of any furnace can't be accused of being quiet, but it shouldn't be disturbingly loud either. Weird humming sounds can be electrical. Rattling noises can come from loose components or unsecured ducts. Squealing or screeching is evidence that your unit is crying for help because of an ailing blower motor.
4. Your Unit Starts to Cost a Lot to Repair
Most furnace issues are repairable, but pay attention to the cost. Generally, furnaces break down often in the last two years of their service lives. If you think your unit has reached that period, then it's reasonable to mull over replacement.
Getting a new furnace is an opportunity to upgrade to a high-efficiency unit. One that can convert more than 98% of its fuel into heat can significantly lower your energy bills and its operating costs. In short, it can begin to pay for itself after installation.
How to Heat, Cool, and Ventilate Your Greenhouse Efficiently
For a greenhouse to be effective, it must offer a controlled environment for superior plant production. This means that your greenhouse should have adequate heat, cold, and sunlight.
A great heating system is among the most crucial steps to successful plant growing. While proper ventilation and cooling would help regulate the temperature inside your greenhouse in significantly hot weather and provide sufficient carbon dioxide, which are all vital to your plants' photosynthesis.
Whether you have a prefab greenhouse or a custom one, here are some expert tips for effective ventilation, heating, and cooling.
How to Heat Your Greenhouse
Most plants require a standard temperature of 55o meaning that this is the minimum temp your greenhouse should provide. A heating system that offers consistent temperature control would suffice, provided that it won't release hazardous material to your plants.
Common energy sources include electricity, wood, fuel oil, LP gas, natural gas, and solar. A standard heater is crucial in colder climes. Gas might cost you more to hook up but is more economical in the long run. Solar panels might provide sufficient energy in hot climes, but won't be capable of providing enough electricity required for heating a greenhouse in especially cold places.
How to Cool and Ventilate Your Greenhouse
Ensuring that your greenhouse is cool and well ventilated is just as vital as making sure that it's sufficiently heated because your plants would suffer if your greenhouse gets too hot. Most greenhouses use an evaporative cooling and ventilation system that include ceiling vents for letting out hot air when inside temperature rises as wells as fans, and sometimes cooling pads for increased efficiency.
You could regulate the fans using a thermostat to ensure accurate humidity and temperature. During warmer climes, your greenhouse should be capable of pulling air from inside for a complete exchange of air at least every minute. You could likewise opt for ridge and side vents, a coupe that you could open as required to reach the needed temperature.
The one thing you need to remember is that the primary goal of your greenhouse is to provide your plants with a controlled environment. To ensure that your greenhouse achieves this goal, keep the above suggestions for efficient heating, ventilation, and cooling in mind.
Pick the Right Mattress to Minimize Lower Back Pain
Getting a great night's sleep depends on a variety of factors, a primary one being your mattress. Poor choice of mattress can cause back pain or grow pain that already exists. In some cases, inadequate mattress support can result in poor sleeping posture, muscle strain, and spine misalignment, all of which cause lower back pain.
Waking up with mild or severe lower back pain may mean your mattress is failing you. Before you walk into 2 Brothers Mattress, a mattress store in Salt Lake City, you should know the right mattress that can offer the recommended level of support
If you feel the need to stretch or take medication to get rid of the pain, it's time to reconsider that mattress. Here are tips to help you pick the right mattress to prevent or manage lower back pain.
Know Your Preferences
Making sure your choice of mattress matches your sleeping requirements is essential. What works best for your friend might not work for you. It's wise to check different mattresses in several stores and pick one that offers the right comfort.
Knowing the components of a mattress makes it easier for you to choose the right one. Springs or coils provide support in a mattress. The padding thickness reflects a mattress's level of comfort.
Balance Out Comfort and Support
Overall comfort is equally important as perfect back support. A mattress that's too firm can cause pain on pressure points. Medical practitioners recommend medium-firm mattresses. These kinds of mattresses allow hips and shoulders to sink slightly. Plus, they offer more comfort.
In case you need a firmer mattress for a higher level of back support, choose one with thick padding for better comfort.
Test It Before You Pay For It
To identify the most suitable mattress for you, try sleeping on varying types and models in your friends' homes or hotels. When shopping, you can lie on different mattresses for a few minutes to determine if it's a perfect fit.
These tips will help you choose a good mattress that perfectly supports your back and offers great comfort. Pick your mattress wisely for a good night's sleep and great health.
It's Your Fault: Homeowners and Plumbing Mistakes
While DIY plumbing ideas and repairs are not entirely bad, they can sometimes do more harm than good. This is especially true if you don't know what you are doing or if you solely rely on guides and videos when dealing with any plumbing issue. There are also instances where your habits or the way you treat your plumbing are to blame for all the clogs, leaks, and problems you are experiencing.
Plumbing companies like Expert Plumbing, Heating, Air and Electrical and 24-hour plumbers in Orem share the biggest mistakes you might be making with your plumbing:
Overloading the garbage disposal
Your garbage disposal may be helping you reduce waste at home, but you shouldn't put things that don't belong down the drain. These include fibrous food (like celery sticks and onion skins), pasta, bones, potato peels, and grease. Check out this list to know the other things you should put in your disposal.
Using drop-in toilet fresheners
While they can make your toilet water blue, toilet fresheners usually contain chemicals that can compromise the parts inside the tank. The tablet can also get stuck in the flush valve when they disintegrate, causing flushing problems in the toilet.
Forgetting to replace the hose
Experts suggest replacing the rubber hoses on the dishwashers and washing machines every five years. This is to avoid potential blooding when they burst. You may still want to replace them even if you don't see any obvious signs of wear.
Using chemicals to clear drains
Chemicals are not just toxic and dangerous to handle, they can also damage or eat away your pipes. Instead of using chemicals, it is best to use or make an eco-friendly drain cleaner. You should also keep hair, grease, and other clog culprits out of drain to prevent clogs in the first place.
These are just a few of the things that can ruin your plumbing or cause expensive plumbing repairs. Also, do take note that even if you have been once successful in tackling a minor plumbing issue, don't assume that you can handle most of the problems that may arise. It's best to call a pro or a 24-hour plumber who can fix the issue faster the first time around.
How to Increase Your Water Heater Efficiency
When it comes to water heaters, efficiency can be the difference between a regular bill and huge heating costs. An inefficient water heater will drain your cash and impact the environment negatively. The good news is that you can boost the efficiency of your commercial or domestic water heater.
According to the figures released by the Australian Department of Energy, water heating accounts for about 25% of a household energy use. There are only two ways to reduce water heating costs: to heat less water or boost the efficiency of water heating systems. Whether you are using an electrical or gas central heating system, these tips will help boost efficiency.
Remove sediments
Clean your water heater to remove sediments and impurities that may be affecting the boiling process. To remove residue, turn off the cold water valve, place a bucket beneath, and turn on the hot water valve. Wait for the tank to lose pressure before removing sediment. This process can be complicated and is, therefore, best done by a professional.
Install efficient faucets and showers
Showers and leaking faucets account for a huge percentage of water loss in homes. Install a low flow showerhead to reduce water output in the shower. You should also conduct regular checks on faucets to ensure that they are in a good working condition. You should also fix or replace any leaking pipes and faucets.
Insulate water pipes
Pipes have a responsibility to transport water from the tank to the shower and faucets. If they aren't appropriately insulated, showers can lead to loss of heat. Make sure to insulate pipes and water heater tanks to keep water warm, resulting in more heated showers and low bills.
Heating expenses make up a large part of your expenditures on utilities. However, these large heating bills may be as a result of an inefficient water heater. Taking that extra step to make your water heater more efficiency could leave you with more money after paying your bills.
Seasons of the Lawn: Why Year-Round Lawn Maintenance Matters
Lawn care is one of the most important house maintenance services — Utah homeowners know this. But, the lawn care routine you have for the summer may not be the best idea when winter comes along.
Keep in mind that lawn weed control in your Utah home varies depending on what the season is. Here are the things that you have to focus on during specific months of the year:
The dry heat of summer days may disrupt the moisture levels that keep your backyard grass, plants, and trees green and healthy. So, during summer, remember to fertilize, watch for weeds, and water regularly. Don't deprive your lawn of the moisture it needs.
The end of summer doesn't mean your lawn care routine should end. In fact, you have to be more attentive than ever to make sure the lawn remains healthy until spring comes along. During this season, remember to mow the lawn and aerate the soil. Get rid of fallen leaves that tend to suffocate grass and breed fungal diseases. Also, fill in any bare spots of lawn that may have dried out in the previous season.
You don't really need much lawn care during winter. All the work — aeration, fertilization, and mowing — occur during the fall, before everything freezes over.
If you – or your lawn care provider – are meticulous with maintenance late in the fall, then you won't have much to worry about during spring. But, of course, you still need to watch for weeds, check the moisture levels, and keep the soil fertilized.
A beautiful lawn is the result of a comprehensive lawn maintenance routine. And, a comprehensive lawn maintenance routine is the result of sufficient knowledge on what the plants, shrubs, and trees in your backyard need throughout the year.
Get in touch with your local lawn care provider to educate you on this and to help you come up with an effective plan to keep your lawn healthy and boost your curb appeal.
4 Tips on Making Your House Cozier
Your home should be the most comfortable and safest place for you and your family. However, due to busy schedules, people tend to overlook some of the important tasks to keep their homes organized.
To help you out, here are a few basic steps to make your homes more harmonious and peaceful after a long exhausting day at the office:
Setting the Tone of the Entryway
Make your home more inviting by setting the tone of the door. The key here is to keep it simple and organized. Remove all unnecessary objects that can cause obstruction to the hallway. Focus on the main focal point or the centerpiece. If you're adding items such as decorative baskets or indoor plants, place them in the corner.
Choosing the Right Color and Wallpaper Designs
Choosing the right wallpaper or paint color can pull out some tricks to make the area look more spacious. When doing this, focus on the farthest point of view. Most interior designers recommend using bold and accent colors to highlight the best features of the main areas like the living room or the kitchen.
Improving Air Circulation and Room Temperature
Airflow and room temperature are important in making your home more comfortable and relaxing. Make sure the main appliances like the air conditioner and heating system are working efficiently. Consider looking for reliable HVAC repair services in Utah. Upgrade room vents and add exhaust fans if necessary.
Making the Home More Functional
There's nothing wrong in adding decors to your home as long as they are also functional. Be resourceful and practical when looking for furniture. For example, instead of getting bulky storage cabinets, try installing wall-mounted shelves. This saves up more space and improves curb appeal.
Following these basic steps is a good start to making improvements to your home. For better results, consider hiring a professional home builder or interior designer.
Why Do You Need to Hire an Architect?
Building your home is one of the most expensive investments you will ever make in your life. And it will not be cheap, from construction materials to labour costs, so design flaws can cause major setbacks on your budget.
Here are more benefits of hiring an architectural company such as scenarioarchitecture.com that offers full architectural services.
Build a Unique Home
When you are looking into building a new home, there are many options available to you such as modular homes or prefabricated homes produced in warehouses, which builders deliver and install on site.
However, if you want a one-of-a-kind home that fits your personality and lifestyle, you will need the help of an experienced architect to design the perfect home for you.
Knowledge and Experience
You may opt to design your home or have a friend do it for you to avoid the fees of an architect. However, designing a home is not as easy as you may think. DIY design plans are susceptible to design flaws and errors which can be very costly to fix once already implemented.
Architects, on the other hand, have undergone extensive training when it comes to designing homes. They also have the training knowing how to use passive solar techniques properly to control the light coming through the day to help maximise your comfort while reducing the need for electricity.
Maximise Your Budget
The quality and finish of your home will largely depend on the materials used. However, that does not mean that you always have to choose the most expensive ones. An architect can help guide you through the drawbacks and benefits of the different materials available so you can make the best choices without going over budget.
Another key benefit of hiring an architect is that they can handle contract negotiations for you. Architects can help you choose the best contractor and weed out the bad ones by reviewing their credentials.
They will also keep a keen eye on the accuracy of the design implementation from the beginning until the end of the construction process.
Rodent Control: Which Method Should You Use?
Whether you are focused on ridding your house of rodents, or you are thinking ahead to avoid a rodent issue, there are plenty of ways to deal with vermin.
Mice and rats are resourceful invaders and prove difficult to eradicate. If rodents are smart, you need to understand their characteristics and behavior to deal with them effectively. If you live in Boca Raton and have a problem with rat control, here are different types of rodent and how to deal with them:
Norway rat
This type is common in the USA and is recognized by its thick heavy body and a flat nose. They are difficult to get rid of as they are extremely cautious and hardly move beyond a 30 feet radius from their nesting area. They are also highly intelligent and tend to outsmart basic rodent traps. They prefer hiding in moist and dark areas such as basements. Therefore, the most efficient method to kill the Norway rat is with rodenticide or the use of an ultrasonic rodent repellent.
Roof rat
This species has a long and slender body with a sharply pointed nose; most of the time, the roof rat is mistaken for a mouse. They are extremely good climbers; in most cases, they sneak into the roof through downpipes and under the eaves to nest in the attic. Popular methods used to get rid of these rodents include traps, rat poison, glue or sticky boards.
House Mouse
This breed has a small body but has a tail longer than its body length. Unlike the other two rat types, a mouse will explore the territory and leave its nest to look for food. They are likely to nest in the pantry, the kitchen, or any other dry place that has access to food. Mice can be poisoned, trapped or kept away by keeping a cat or dog in the house. Be careful not to lay traps or poison that your pets can find.
Dealing with vermin is rarely a pleasant experience, so it is safer and more effective to bring in professionals. Once you've had a professional assessment and got rid of the problem, there are various ways you can prevent the rodents coming back.
Rodent control is the skill of using different tools available. After dealing with the initial problem you need to think of methods to ensure your house doesn't again become an attractive nesting ground.
Feeling Stressed? Here's How to Make Your Home a Safe Haven
According to the American Psychological Association, 61% of Americans suffer from work-related stress. After a long, hard day at work, all most people want to do is come home and relax.
Unfortunately, many people do not experience relief this stress when they walk through the door for many reasons. Luckily, it is possible to make your home more of a stress buster.
Make sure the space is clean.
A way to make your space is stress-free is to ensure it is clean. Clutter in your home can increase your body's production of cortisol — a stress hormone. In other words, the more clutter that surrounds you, the more stressed you feel.
Fortunately, you can get rid of clutter and with the help of a cleaning company in South Jordan.
Let go of the chores.
Everyone stresses over household chores. When you walk into your house from a day at work, you start worrying about what to make for dinner. After that, you worry about cleaning up the kitchen and taking care of other tasks in need of attention.
Do not rush to complete household chores. Let a few messy dishes sit in the sink for 15–20 minutes while you sit down and take a breather. The dishes will still be there later, and you need the break for mental clarity.
Add more light and comfort.
Change up the space in your home. Find one space — whether it is a living room or a bedroom — where you would like to relax. Create a relaxing space so that it is as stress-free as possible.
Add some lighting, so the space is not dark and gloomy. Spruce the space up with comfortable pillows, throws and a place where you can kick back and relax.
If you follow each of the tips above, you can enjoy a comfortable, stress-free home in no time. You will find that your mind and body will thank you for the positive changes as time goes by.


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Constantine Campbell is an author interested in writing about the New Testament, Ancient Greek, and life in the twenty-first century. He engages academic work through to popular-level writing, and anything in between.
Campbell holds a doctorate in Ancient History (Ancient Greek linguistics), and is co-chair of the Biblical Greek Language and Linguistics section of the Society of Biblical Literature and Associate Editor of the Zondervan Exegetical Commentary series. He is currently writing on the theme of the Apostle Paul's eschatology.
Campbell's book 'Paul and Union with Christ' was honored with the Christianity Today 2014 Book Award in Biblical Studies.
New Testament Editor, Associate Editor, Contributor to New Testament study notes
Reading Biblical Greek: A Grammar for Students
Zondervan, 2017, with Richard J. Gibson
"Open this book to any page, and you will feel that a master teacher is gently leading you to abundant pastures of reading the Greek New Testament. Students will love this book. Well done!" — Robert L. Plummer, professor of New Testament Interpretation, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Reading Biblical Greek Workbook: A Translation Guide to Mark 1–4
Zondervan, 2017, with Richard J. Gibson
1, 2 & 3 John: The Story of God Bible Commentary
Zondervan, 2017
About the series: "This commentary series breaks new ground… Ideal for preaching and teaching." — Craig L. Blomberg, Professor of New Testament, Denver Seminary
Advances in the Study of Greek: New Insights for Reading the New Testament
Zondervan, 2015
"A brilliant idea, successfully executed! Anyone interested in grasping key issues in the modern study of New Testament Greek can do no better than read this clear and excellent survey." — Dr Moisés Silva, Retired professor of New Testament, author, and editor
Colossians and Philemon: A Handbook on the Greek Text
Baylor University Press, 2013
"This concisely written handbook is rich with semantic and grammatical insights that will prove very helpful to pastors and teachers who are serious about reading the Greek New Testament carefully and accurately. Readers will also find Campbell's rigorous and sustained application of verbal aspect theory enlightening for understanding how this contributes to a proper interpretation of the verbal elements in the text." — Dr Clinton E. Arnold, Dean and Professor of New Testament, Talbot School of Theology, Biola University
Outreach and the Artist: Sharing the Gospel with the Arts
Zondervan, 2013
"Outreach and the Artist is a beautiful palette of theology, mission, and creative arts mixed together. May many artists not only read this book, but may many lives be changed as a result of those who put into practice what is within its pages." — Dan Kimball, author of They Like Jesus but Not the Church
Paul and Union with Christ: An Exegetical and Theological Study
Zondervan, 2012
"For years I have taught students that one of the most important items in Paul's theological vocabulary is the two-letter word en, despite the failure of so many writers to pick it up. Now at last there is a comprehensive study that pays attention to the use of it and related terms in the whole of the Pauline corpus and incorporates the insights of contemporary scholarship. This will be a valuable reference work for all students of New Testament theology." — Dr I. Howard Marshall, Professor Emeritus of New Testament, University of Aberdeen
Keep Your Greek: Strategies for Busy People
Zondervan, 2010
"Keep Your Greek is a godsend. It's chock-full of wit, humor, and good advice. Campbell's approach is practical—and achievable. You will feel convicted, challenged, and most of all encouraged to get back into the game." — Dr Daniel B. Wallace, Professor of New Testament Studies, Dallas Theological Seminary
Basics of Verbal Aspect in Biblical Greek
Zondervan, 2008
"Students of New Testament Greek have for years been wrestling with middle-level and advanced volumes unpacking verbal aspect. Something of a revolution has taken place during the last two decades. What has been lacking, however, has been an accessible introduction to the subject. Here it is! With limpid prose, logical development, and helpful examples, Con Campbell has put countless teachers and students in his debt." — Dr D. A. Carson, Research Professor of New Testament, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
Aquila, 2008
"Con is one of the most talented people I know. A brilliant musician and a first-rate New Testament scholar, here he applies both sides of his brain to give us a wonderfully creative and biblically rigorous account of the sometimes neglected epistle of 2 Timothy. Not Ashamed is full of practical insights and is sure to strengthen the resolve of all who take the time to soak up its rich message." — Dr John Dickson, Director of the Centre for Public Christianity, Sydney
Verbal Aspect and Non-Indicative Verbs: Further Soundings in the Greek of the New Testament
Peter Lang, 2008
"As with his previous book, Verbal Aspect, the Indicative Mood, and Narrative, Campbell has placed students of the Greek of the New Testament in his debt. His current study, complementary to the earlier volume, traces the significance of verbal aspect in the non-indicative moods, here demonstrating that aspect in these forms functions primarily at the clause level. The clear differentiation between semantics and pragmatics, avoiding the illegitimate attribution of pragmatic Aktionsart values to semantic aspect features, is a distinguishing feature of this study. I commend it highly for careful study." — Dr Rodney J. Decker, Professor of New Testament and Greek, Baptist Bible Seminary, Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania
Verbal Aspect, the Indicative Mood, and Narrative: Soundings in the Greek of the New Testament
Peter Lang, 2007
"This superbly written volume makes a substantial contribution to this complex but disputed linguistic problem. The author, who moves easily in the fields of linguistics, Classical Greek and New Testament Greek, has presented a fresh paradigm for understanding the indicative mood in the New Testament. This fine book deserves to be read by serious scholars of the New Testament, not only because of its fresh approach to the indicative mood and the resulting exegetical insights but also because aspect theory has not been taken up sufficiently by the world of New Testament scholarship." — Dr Peter T. O'Brien, Senior Research Fellow, Moore Theological College, Sydney
Chapters, Booklets, Articles
"In Christ" in Paul: Explorations in Paul's Theology of Union and Participation
Eerdmans, 2018
Chapter 3: 'Metaphor, Reality, and Union with Christ'
Theology, Church, and Ministry: A Handbook for Theological Education
B&H Academic, 2017
Chapter 7: 'The Study of the Language of the New Testament'
Getting into the Text: New Testament Essays in Honor of David Alan Black
Pickwick, 2017
Chapter 2: 'Prepositions and Exegesis: What's in a Word?'
Grace: Accepting God's Gift to You
Discovery Series, 2016
Live Free: A Fresh Look at the Fruit of the Spirit
Discovery Series, 2014
"In Christ" in Paul: Explorations in Paul's Theology of Union and Participation
Mohr Siebeck, 2014
Chapter 3: 'Metaphor, Reality, and Union with Christ'
Devotions on the Greek New Testament: 52 Reflections to Inspire and Instruct
Zondervan, 2012
Ephesians 2:19–22: 'The σύν-Mirror of Christian Salvation and Christian Unity'
1 Peter 1:7: 'The Testing of Faith'
Discourse Studies and Biblical Interpretation: A Festschrift in Honor of Stephen H. Levinsohn
Logos, 2011
Chapter 6: 'Breaking Perfect Rules: The Traditional Understanding of the Greek Perfect'.
Christ's Victory Over Evil: Biblical Theology and Pastoral Ministry
Chapter 6: 'With Christ Over the Powers'
Review Article: Jesus and the Father: Modern Evangelicals Reinvent the Trinity
Churchman 122, 2008
Exploring Exodus: Literary, Theological and Contemporary Approaches
Chapter 7: 'From Earthly Symbol to Heavenly Reality: the Tabernacle in the New Testament'
Donald Robinson, Selected Works: Appreciation
Australian Church Record, 2008
Chapter 13: 'Finished the Race? 2 Timothy 4:6–7 and Verbal Aspect'


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In times of rising populist sentiment, the barbarians at the gate are not refugees. Nor is it globalisation itself. The real cause of many of our problems is often covered in smoke, propagated by extremely wealthy people, and gone before you realise it has arrived. Beware: the Citizens of Nowhere.


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I have recently migrated from DNN 5.8 to DNN 6.0.0.
I'm having a really hard time trying to find the resources that have changed from the previous version in order to translate them. I urgently need to find the resx file that renders the Login and Registration page texts.
I have translated and changed the "destination" of a few fields on one of my websites to ask for the user's snailmail address instead of the name, the user's city instead of the Last name and the company name instead of the Display name.
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Where can I find these Items in order to translate them correctly for one of my portals?
I tried looking in Languages -> Italian -> Site -> Local resources -> Desktop Modules -> Admin -> Authentication -> App_local resources -> but all the ascx and ascx-IT files I find here seem to be already translated and are not the ones I'm looking for.
I've looked in the Global resources and those seem to be already translated in italian...
At this point I thought I'd ask for help cause I'm out of options.
Any idea where I could find these resources??
Is there a map of the resources or an algorithm to work out where a specific resource file could be?
I'm believe most module resources can be found in the Languages -> Italian -> Host -> Local resources -> Desktop Modules -> path if I want the translation to be valid for ALL my portals.
But the placement of some common resources is rather obscure and you have to resort to trial and error loosing hours just to figure out where things are most of the time.
Please Help anyone. I'm stuck and my users are registering with the wrong information with each passing minute.
Hello again Edoardo.
I would listen to Sebastian, given the number of times he has faced situations like this.
You may have to restore your last backup and thus I suggest you:
1. Use a Bulk User Manager to export your current users (including the new ones, otherwise you would lose them) and import them to your new installation.
I recommend checking PHDobson's which has worked like a charm for me:
2. Refer to the following upgrade path recommendation:
...though I personally recommend (and always followed) Sebastian's own suggested upgrade path (2013-June-28): "Use DNN upgrade packages to 4.9.5, 5.2.3, 5.5.1, 5.6.8 and 6.1.5. During latest step switch app pool to ASP.Net 4 integrated."
Again, best luck!
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