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"Magnetic properties of single crystalline itinerant ferromagnet AlFe2B (2)", Physical Review Materials, vol. 2, p. 084408, 2018.,
"Cluster-Expansion Model for Complex Quinary Alloys: Application to Alnico Permanent Magnets", Physical Review Applied, vol. 8, p. 054016, 2017.,
"Pressureless Sintering of Mo-Si-B Alloys with Fe Additive", Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance, vol. 26, pp. 2417-2422, 2017.,
"Si-centered capped trigonal prism ordering in liquid Pd82Si18 alloy study by first-principles calculations", RCS Advances, vol. 7, pp. 18093-18098, 2017.,
"The solidification of Al-Pd-Mn studied by high-energy X-ray diffraction from electrostatically levitated samples", Zeitschrift Fur Kristallographie-Crystalline Materials, vol. 232, pp. 619-627, 2017.,
" in Metallic Liquids and Glasses", Scientific Reports, vol. 6, p. 23734, 2016.,
"Magnetic BiMn-alpha phase synthesis prediction: First-principles calculation, thermodynamic modeling and nonequilibrium chemical partitioning", Computational Materials Science, vol. 120, pp. 117-126, 2016.,
"The solidification products of levitated Fe83B17 studied by high-energy x-ray diffraction", Journal of Applied Physics, vol. 120, p. 175104, 2016.,


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By Robert McKinney, Assistant Athletics Director, Communications
AUSTIN, Texas -- Sam Hinton (Jr., Seaside, OR/Seaside HS) from Willamette University shot a 75 and was tied for ninth place after completing the first round of the Linda Lowery Invitational on Monday, Feb. 26 at River Place Country Club. The Bearcats were 16th in the team standings with a score of 333. Action in the tournament is scheduled to conclude with the second round on Tuesday, Feb. 27.
Hinton registered one birdie, 13 pars, three bogeys, and one double-bogey. He earned his birdie on the par 5, 497-yard 13th hole. Hinton was 4-over-par for the day.
"Sam played remarkable golf," Willamette Head Coach Patrick Daugherty said. "He was very resilient and positive."
Only Tyler Uhlig from the University of Texas at Tyler broke par, as he grabbed the early lead with a 4-under 67. He held a four-stroke lead over Logan Young of Concordia University (Texas), who was in second place with a 1-over-par 72. Three golfers -- Ryan McGinley of Concordia, Sutherland Stith from Southwestern University (Texas), and Daniel Kay of LeTourneau University (Texas) finished the round tied for third place at 73.
An additional three golfers were tied for sixth at 74. They were Emilio Montalvo from University of Dallas, Wyatt Koricanek from Schreiner University (Texas), and Clayton King from Concordia. Hinton was one of nine athletes tied for ninth place at 75. A total of 89 athletes finished the round.
Hinton was joined on Willamette's team by Trent Jones (Jr., Kenmore, WA/Shorecrest HS), Kenneth Sheldon (Jr., Ocean Park, WA/Ilwaco HS), Ben Graham (Fr., Renton, WA/Liberty HS) and Spencer Hong (Sr., Bellevue, WA/Singapore American School). Jones shot an 85, while Sheldon carded an 86, Graham shot an 87, and Hong completed the round at 93.
"We have to do better playing through adversity," Daugherty said. "Even so, they never quit, and I'm proud that they kept at it through the last putt."
Concordia, which is hosting the tournament, was at the top of the team standings with a score of 294 when the first round ended. UT-Tyler was second at 300 and Southwestern was third at 302. Concordia University's "B" team was tied for fourth at 307. Schreiner also carded a team score of 307.
Willamette and Linfield College were the only teams representing the Northwest Conference. Augustana College (Ill.), Birmingham Southern College (Ala.), and Webster University (Mo.) also competed in the tournament, along with 13 teams from Texas. Linfield was 18th in the team standings at 348.

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Part 3: Hacking the Trials
-Resident Evil 4 Trial Edition-
In Game Debug (Settings)
As you can see from the picture there are quite a lot of options
in this menu. Ill be covering each one fully and then moving onto the one below
it. Ill start with the left column first. Since a lot of these options have
sub-menu's Ill be seperating the main options with a linebreak.
The Area Jump menu consists of basically the same format as the main menu
debug's setup. There really isnt much to say here besides selecting a proper
map that is on the trial disc will load that room, with Leon in it. Selecting
a room which isnt, causes the game to crash.
Im not including an image for this one as you have seen what it looks like
on previous pages. It lets you scroll through the various pages for the debug
menu showing various statistics on screen.
Flag Edit acts like a folder which contains a whole bunch of different
settings. Ill be covering them on the next page as theres too many
to list here.


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Join us October 3rd for a great evening hosted by Barbara Canales at Havana!
We will have the Queen of Latina Soul, none other than Hilda Lamas singing, great food, and wine tasting!
(No cover or donation required, cash bar and food available as you select food & wine pairings - carefully prepared for you)
Very special guests will join us and share their endorsements of Chad Magill and why they support him. You don't want to miss this very special evening!
Should you be at the Corpus Christi Hispanic Chamber/Young Business Professionals Speed Networking Event, or on a Date Night with your special person... Join us and enjoy a great evening with great people who BELIEVE in a better Corpus Christi!
We ask that you RSVP, and attire be comfortable, casual and fun!
Thank you,
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Well, it's happened. We've heard from many of you that our former website was challenging, tough and incomplete. But good news- we've launched our updated website and we hope you're just as excited as we are! This new site has a cleaned up navigation bar, larger images, an easy-to-use calendar
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The Book Review presents - The Forum: A Deadly Game of Wheat and Tares by Ronald Winters offers a riveting fictional account of "real world end time events, current day attitudes and directions of the spirit of the times in which we live."
Barak Zonman, starts off this fast-paced thriller, blending elements of espionage with a religious and political polarization that affect the masses of population around the World. In the book, there is a conspiracy to bring all faiths into one large interfaith religion and Barak Zonman and his popular TV show – The Forum must be eliminated.
This begins with Zonman, the show's founder. The Forum "is a faith oriented call-in TV show designed to let viewers question leading members of the clergy." Controversial in nature, this show sparks debate – and hinders the worldwide current of leading all into one faith and world peace. This novel of the wheat and tares is an amazing book written to those that would seek truth in God and the true Christian faith.
Running for his life, Barak finds sanctuary in a church and finds himself radically changed by a baptism by water, followed by a baptism of the Spirit, as evidenced by the speaking in tongues. Highlighting this issue, the author speaks of the controversy between believers on being "born again" (either by just statement and belief and/or by receiving the infilling of the Spirit, as evidenced by speaking in tongues). This radical way of being born again and receiving the Spirit is what Apostle Paul spoke of, thus, the book sheds light on God's way versus man's way. Man's way and God's way are running a collision course to the End Times in this book that reveal an exciting plot of scenarios begun by two Prologues that concurrently blend modern-day questions and events that has been spoken of in Bible Prophecy. The author also notes that we are in the time of the Olivet Discourse that Jesus speaks of on the Mount of Olives, mentioning the time of Jesus return as near since the birth of Israel in May 1948.
In the back of the book the author offers his personal testimony, delivered instantly from prescription drug dependency when "he looked in the mirror" and repented of his ways. Holding fast to true repentance, the author advocates true Holy Ghost filled deliverances and that the modern-day believer should have them as a norm, instead of replaced by the Forum so to speak – the modern day church who compromises and duplicates the actual workings of the Holy Spirit by replacing them with good theology, programs and modern day mood alteration technology. He also offers observations on some relevant issues, two being backsliding and tithing.
The Forum:
A Deadly Game of Wheat and Tares
By: Ronald Winters
10.0 out of 10.0 stars
This book comes highly recommended for those that look to fill the void inside, but are not sure what they are looking for. And for those that enjoy thrillers with the elements of religious and political overtones. Recommended either for a personal read or as a tool to reach the unbeliever, the book highlights the End Times and gives a faith-filled read that speaks of the true evidence found in an all-powerful God. Based on Barak's faith-filled experience, the book offers challenging questions to believers and to non-believers (the wheat and the tares) as to the times that we are living in and gives a warning to the group of believers that call themselves, the Church.


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If Valdosta State University received a report card on how it caters to its black students, which it did, it would've received three "As" and an "F." Its equity index average, 2.75, is the highest in the state, but it's failing grade reveals an issue black students are beginning to discover. Five weeks ago, the University of Southern California's Race ...Read More »
Two for two: Stacey Abrams returns to VSU
Chanting and "woo-ing" filled Jennet Lecture Hall as a crowd composed of students, faculty and community members of over 300 individuals vocalized their zeal for Stacey Abrams' return to Valdosta. VSU's Young Democrats orchestrated the event once again allowing Abrams to engage with students and drill in the importance of voting. The Democratic 2018 gubernatorial candidate stood front and center ...Read More »
Hurricane Michael storms through Valdosta
By now, students will have either made their trek home or shacked up inside their housing accommodations as they prepare for Hurricane Michael to flow through Valdosta. At 8 p.m. on Oct. 10, Michael became a Category 1 storm and was tracked at being about 20 miles southwest of Albany, Georgia, reported CBS News. The maximum wind speed moved to ...Read More »
Crime Report 10/1-10/7: A three-day theft spree erupts
October 1, 2018 At 7:30 p.m., a computer CPU was reported as missing from Brown Residence Hall's front desk area. The report was marked as larceny and its disposition is open. October 2, 2018 At 8:54 p.m., a VSU student reported their wallet as lost/ stolen from a VSU shuttle. Later, the financial cards inside the wallet were used by ...Read More »
'This is a pattern': Former employees stand against Jimmy John's 'toxic' atmosphere
Musiteli Mubuso took to Facebook and Twitter on Sept. 30 on a mission to expose the most recent racially charged incident to come out of Valdosta: a Baytree Road Jimmy John's employee posing as a Ku Klux Klan member for fun. Conrad Schlegel, Jimmy John's employee, committed the action during his Sept. 29 lunch work shift. This didn't sit well ...Read More »
UPD arrests four females for alleged possession of marijuana
Four females are facing a possession of marijuana charge after a late night stop went awry. Officer Caleb Lee arrested Sierra Salem, 18, Destiny Crumpler, 18, Shania Kendrick, 19, and Tayler Castleberry ,18, late Sept. 12 at approximately 9:55 p.m. However, they were not originally stopped for the possession charge. According to Sgt. Mark Williams, the four were originally pulled ...Read More »
SGA reveals Campus Rec updates, teams up with RHA
Having the largest senate number VSU has seen in years, SGA is more than excited to move forward into the 2018-2019 school year. After their successful retreat this past weekend, President Jacob Bell officially welcomed the new senators into SGA. It's here where their real work as student representatives begins. Starting with a combined town hall, SGA and Housing and ...Read More »
Four VSU students affected in multi-car accident
Bee Garrell was returning to her car from class in hopes of preparing for a trip back home to South Carolina, but now she can't because her car is totaled and there's no family around to help her. On Sept.6, she and three other Valdosta State University students came back to Oak parking lot only to find their cars either ...Read More »
VSU parking officials reveals parking updates
News of a new parking model came out at SGA's first meeting of the year, but students will have to wait a little longer for the finished product, according to VSU's top parking official. Last year, the Parking and Transportation Department of VSU came up with a model to improve the parking system on campus. This model was ultimately rejected. ...Read More »
West Hall to be first major renovation since 1986
Renovations to West Hall have caused class disruptions, but VSU administration worked with the contractors to minimize distractions to students and professors, according to officials. Students likely noticed a rather jarring change to West Hall's appearance upon arriving back at VSU this August. Large wooden planks have blocked the bottom floor of the southern wing of the academic hall from ...Read More »


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Rustic light fixtures – You don't have to live in the village. Western home decor is the direction you are approaching from coast to coast. Special designers jumped on board with this trend. They have a bevy of western home decor items according to several themes, rustic chandeliers. The Western home decor can refer to several different decorating schemes. Some Southwest (or Adobe style or Arizona), Americans, aged from the West (think of cowboys, horses and horse drawn transport through) or west (natural, wild game and open range). Western home décor can be relaxed and stylish or cabin like.
Western home decorating rustic light fixtures its assertions of human made substances. Instead, it includes the natural elements that reflect the nature and wildlife. Stone, wood, leather and skins of wild animals, even centuries. The color scheme tends to revolve around that mimics the tone. General lane based on red and yellow and evokes a sense of the Western sunset. Earth tone like Browns and grays are also common.
Rustic light fixtures chandeliers that embrace the same elements and these tones are the perfect touch to a room in the West or a house. Remember a few tips when choosing chandeliers rustic Western themed room. Search for items that fit with the overall theme. If your room is more formal, find candle mainly consist of glass or metal. Wrought iron or bronze with frosted glass glossy conveys an air of formality.diy rustic light fixtures, amazing rustic light fixtures, unique rustic lighting, custom rustic light fixtures, anique rustic light fixtures, unique rustic light fixtures, rustic light fixtures picture, rustic light fixtures ideas, rustic light fixtures dining room, rustic light fixtures ceiling, rustic light fixtures bathroom, cute rustic light fixtures, beautiful rustic light fixtures, diy rustic lighting


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It's hump day, so we get to the heart of my best of 2014. Two choices, two more explanations, two more down. Check the titles below:
Posts Tagged 'Spellcaster'
Brain Trusts Top 10 of 2014: In No Particular Order Part IIIPosted: January 7, 2015 in Charts
Tags: Lone Fir, Season of Mist, Solstafir, Spellcaster
Winners, Losers and Surprises: 6/28 – 7/5/14Posted: July 5, 2014 in Winners Losers Surprises
Tags: Corrosion of Conformity, Liberty N' Justice, Madball, Spellcaster
This week's winners, losers and surprises. A small list this week as there weren't many releases.


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Overview report in referrer reports (classic)
Analytics classic
The first report presents a summary of data about your website referrers, that's why it is called an "Overview". It presents this information in the form of graphs and sparklines, so you can get a visual representation of changes in your referrers.
It also lets you compare various sources which brought your visitors to your website and automatically displays the percentage of all visits and change compared to previous periods of time (as you can specify while segmenting the group). The Overview provides a perfect starting point for analyzing referrers on your website. You can easily catch any peaks and other abnormalities and then focus on determining why they happened.
Tip: You can use segments on all of those reports. This option multiplies your reports, lets you analyze every group you need, and provides you the most detailed and specific data.


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All Ollie Jones leggings are made from 100% GOTS organic cotton knit and digitally printed using water based soluble dyes that don't fade with washing. The leggings are soft and comfy while still being fashion forward for your little one.
This design is exclusive to Ollie Jones clothing.
All products are created in their Toronto design studio (located in the heart of Leslieville), with a small team of designers and seamstresses.
All leggings fit true to size, and we add 1 inch to every pair to ensure longer wear. When in doubt, we always recommend sizing up.
Care Instructions:
Machine wash cool on a gentle/delicate setting, if possible using a phosphate-free detergent. Lay flat to dry.
*Each item is a unique, handmade item; therefore, each item may differ slightly from the item picture; actual placement of pattern on leggings may vary according to size
**Not intended as "sleepwear". Wash before wearing, as some children may have allergies.


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By ay64 Quality: Price: Value: Mar 9, 2016I've never used this site before and found it by accident. The dress is amazing and lots of people commented on how lovely it was. It did turn out to be very long so if you are shorter than average you may want to specify the length. Also took longer to arrive than I thought it would but now I know that I will order earlier. Will definitely use this site again. Was such good value
Thank you for sending me such a great dress
By jackie Price: Value: Quality: Feb 4, 2016I just received this gorgeous gown for my daughter. She is 5'7" and size 2. I bought a size 2 dress and it fit perfectly. It will not need any alterations. The back is marvelous and the blue is a pretty rich royal blue. My 18 yr old daughter fell in love with the dress immediately. Highly recommend. I do not regret buying it. The price that I paid was stupendous. Great but!
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I want to know if the back of this dress is lace up or button up?
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Hello. Do you have a picture of the front of this dress? I believe it ia exactly what my daughter wants for her 15s but want ro be sure before purchasing as I've never purchased clothing online. Thank you.
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Eternal Law is a 2012 ITV fantasy drama series created by Ashley Pharoah and Matthew Graham. The first episode premiered on 5 January 2012. The show was axed after one series due to low ratings.
Mr Mountjoy in heaven sends two wing bearing angels to earth to help humans with their problems. The wings are unseen by humans. One, Zak Gist, is an experienced angel who has been on earth before and a new angel Tom Greening learning the ways of humans. It is decided they can best help humans as defence lawyers and arrive in York, England, meet Mrs Sherringham who arranges offices and accomodation. Mrs Sherringham keeps a pair of wings in a trunk. In court they cross paths with a fallen angel, Richard Pembroke, who is a prosecution lawyer. Zak also meets Hannah, a woman from his past visits to earth.
The prime rule for the angels is non-interference in the free will of humanity although they have powers to influence the human mind which they are tempted to and do use.
Starring:Sam West, Orla Brady, Tobias Menzies, Ukweli Roach and Hattie Morahan.
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RG's ViewsAgain I only saw the first episode. I read the synopsis for the series and thought it sounded ridiculous but because I am a fan of fantasy shows, and my friend Gypsy was the one who had posted it I decided to give it a look. And surprisingly I quite enjoyed it. I think this premise only works cause it's a British show. They have a way of making these concepts work. It isn't the best show on the airwaves but it's worth a look.
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Reasons to Adopt A Dog
why you should choose rescue pets
It's commonly thought that the only way to get a suitable dog is to go to a breeder. Not true in the slightest! A conscientious animal shelter has employees and volunteers who constantly work with individual dogs and know each dog's quirks and habits. They can introduce you to the one that's best for you.
Don't pay much mind to breed stereotypes. Dobermans are not savage, but very loyal and obedient. Great Danes are not stupid, but just as capable of being trained as any other dog. Poodles were actually bred for duck hunting.
The most common dog stereotype in need of dispelling is that mixed breeds are trouble. Yes, they've been through a lot. But, they're not unsalvageable. In fact, one of the reasons to adopt a dog is to give it a home of its own. Studies have shown that as many as 95% of shelter dogs are mixed breed dogs in desperate need of a home and family of their own.
The Dogs Need You!
Mixed breed dogs have long life spans under ideal conditions. They tend to be in good health and have the best features of every breed in their lineage. Not only are you getting a one of a kind personality, a mixed breed dog will generally have a unique look to them. Musician Dave Grohl has said "No one is you, and that is your power." He could say much the same to a dog.
Most dogs in shelters have suffered neglect and abuse, but with love and patience they can learn to trust humanity again. That's where you come in. There are more dogs in need than shelters with resources to care for. One of my favorite reasons to adopt a dog is because you're not only giving him another chance at life, you're also allowing the shelter the means to take care of one more homeless animal in need of assistance. At the end of the day, you're really helping two dogs at the same time when you adopt!
If you are in need of more reasons to adopt a dog, please take a few moments to look over this infographic:


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Boots the chemist in Clayton Square is the largest city centre branch in Liverpool. It sells a wide range of beauty products, pharmacy and optical services as well as baby wear. It is located on the lower and uppers malls of Clayton Square.
Boots are unveiling its exciting new make-up area!
Boots are inviting you to attend its exciting event on Saturday 5th May. Stop by the store between 11am-6pm to discover its brand new make-up area and to explore some of its new products.
There will also be plenty of goodies up for grabs! Along with a voucher for 20% off all self-selection cosmetics, why not take part in its free prize draw for your chance to win a £250 gift card? Don't miss out!
Opening Hours
Monday to Saturday
08.15am – 7.00pm
10.30am – 5.00pm (30 mins browsing)
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Vic Charlo
Victor A. Charlo is a regional poet and playwright. His first collection of poetry is called Put Sey, and his plays have been produced throughout the NW. He is published in several journals, anthologies, and book and film collaborations. Vic is the great-great grandson of Chief Victor Charlot of the Bitterroot Salish, and the proud father of four children, and grandchildren. He lives in Dixon, Montana.


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Angel Investor Pitch Showcase
[WINTHROP, ME, April 2018] Local small business Alba-Technic, LLC has been selected to present at the Angel Capital Association (ACA)'s annual Summit being held in Boston, Massachusetts from April 18th through April 20th. The 2018 ACA Summit is the largest professional development event in the world for angel investors. Alba-Technic is one of only twenty-four companies selected to present in the ACA's Innovation Showcase.
The ACA Summit connects innovative small businesses with 'angel investors' (individuals who support up to 90% of outside equity raised by startups) through networking opportunities and business pitch presentations. In addition to face-to-face networking with over 700 investors in attendance, Alba-Technic will present a two-minute pitch called a "teaser" throughout the event. Attendees will then vote on their favorite teaser, with winners being announced at the Thursday night "Venture Bucks" hour.
Alba-Technic was recently awarded a $225,000 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and was invited to participate in the ACA Summit based on their innovative personal impact protection products with patented shock-absorbing composite (EVO2™)., Alba-Technic was nominated by an ACA sponsor – the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and is just one of four NIH sponsored companies.
According to Jim Ferguson, CEO and Co-Founder of Alba-Technic, the company was nominated by M-D Kerns at the National Institute on Aging. The nomination was due to Alba-Technic's premier product; the SMARTY® personal impact protection headgear that will mitigate the impact forces associated with a fall thereby reducing the severity of Traumatic Brain Injuries."As we all know," asserts Ferguson, "Traumatic Brain Injury has a long-term impact on people's lives and is very costly as well. Our patented EVO2™ impact resistance system can reduce the forces associated with a fall. All of our work with NIH and NSF has allowed us to develop the SMARTY and we will take advantage of the Summit and one-on-one networking meetings with investors and strategic partners to finance market entry of the SMARTY, position us for growth and provide those susceptible to falling with affordable and non-stigmatizing head protection."
To date, Alba-Technic has received four Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer awards from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Science Foundation (NSF), and last year was a Head Health Challenge III awardee. Through these grant awards and potential angel investments, Alba-Technic will continue to fuel the local economy as more top-of-the-line injury prevention products are brought to the public. This ACA Summit is the company's latest opportunity for continued expansion and will connect Alba-Technic with passionate investors who share the same vision.


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From George Washington to Lund Washington, 21 November 1782
Newburgh Novr 21st 1782
Dear Lund
My last letter would have informed you, that I was disappointed in my application at Philadelphia for money, & that I have given up all thoughts of purchasing Dows Land. Since then, I have met with an offer of £2000 York Currency, for which—if I take it, I shall have to pay at the rate of 7 ⅌ per annum, interest.
Under this disadvantage and the difficulty I may experience in procuring money for repayment of the Loan, I would have you, before any conclusion is come to with Dow & Comy wait upon Mrs French and Mr Dulany for the last time, & know decidedly of them, whether, if a bargain is struck with Dow, they will make an even exchange—Tract for Tract—You may inform them, as an apology for this application, that my reasons for requiring a definitive answer to this question, are, that as no Man is better acquainted with their Land than I am, so consequently, no person can be more fully convinced that £2000 is the full value of it, more indeed, than I ever expected it would cost me, in case I should become the purchaser. That as this sum is the price fixed upon Dow's land, and two or three purchasers are ready to strike; & the sale of it is only suspended on my account, from a disposition in Mr Adam to give me the preferment—I cannot avoid deciding thereon immediately. That as Mrs French is unwilling to part with her Land, without having the value of the two Tracts ascertained; it is an evidence in my mind, that she has reason to believe hers will be highest valued—And lastly, if this should be the case, and I in addition to the £2000 shou'd have a further sum to pay, it would advance the price of her land in the neck so much beyond its real value, that I think it most prudent to forego the purchase of Dow's land as the means of affecting the exchange for hers, rather than run the hazard of paying too severely for the gratification of a mere fancy, (for it is no more) of putting the whole neck under one fence; as it is well known that I stand in no need of Land or meadow for all my purposes.
In my letter of the 15th of March last to Mr Dulany, I observed—"If there are lands for which Mrs French & you are disposed to barter your tract on Dogue run, & these Lands can be had upon reasonable terms, it will in the end, be the same thing to me, as a direct purchase." Whether the price fixed upon Dow's land is reasonable or not, I, never having seen or heard of it, shall not take upon me to determine: but as it is much higher than I conceived any Tract of its size, adjoining to the Land on which Mrs French lives, could possibly be rated; I have no doubt of its being optional in me to purchase it or not, as my abilities & inclination shall decide. If Dows land contains half the improved & improvable meadow which he says it does, and the difference could be determined by northern men, or men experienced in the worth of Grass Land; I should be sure of having it valued to considerably more than Mrs French's; & this; you will readily believe when I tell you that improved Meadow in this part of the country, many miles from any large towns, sells from thirty to sixty pounds or more. but my countrymen are too much used to Corn blades & Corn shucks, & have too little knowledge of the profit of grass lands, to estimate Dow's meadow (if it is really good) at one quarter of its value, and as the rest of the tract may be but ordinary, or at best midling forest land, I should not be candid, if I did not declare my apprehension that this tract would be under valued—not designedly, but for want of a practical knowledge, of the advantages which are to be derived from meadows—I therefore think it more consistant with common prudence, if there cannot be an even exchange, to relinquish all hope of getting Mrs French's land, than to run the hazard of paying infinitely more than the worth; especially as I observed before; when I should only please my fancy, & that at the expence of my judgment, by getting in return lands which are very much worn—without meadow, or ground capable of making it—little Timber or firewood, and both very inconvenient—decayed Fences, & some inclosures already dependent upon me for their security; and this too, when I am conscious, that Dow's meadow alone, if it is as large & as good as he represents it, would yield more nett profits annually, than the labor of a dozen Negroes on Mrs French's Farm, would do, well managed.
I have been thus particular that you may know my ultimate determination, & the reasons upon which it is founded. You have nothing more to do therefore, than to ask Mrs French & Mr Dulany, simply, whether they will take Dow's Land for theirs Tract for Tract—If they agree to it, then strike the bargain with Dow & Co.— get writings suitable to the purpose of all parties, executed, & draw upon me for the money. On the other hand, if they do not agree to it, acquaint Dow & Co. therewith & thank them for the preferences given me; and inform me as soon as possible of the final conclusion of the business, that the Gentleman who has offered me the money, may not be held in suspence. If I could get the money upon better terms than it is offered—or if I knew how, or when I could replace it, I should have no objection to speculate in Dow's land, if it has the quantity of meadow described, for I am sure, so near Alexandria as it lies, it will become immensely valuable. Remember me kindly to your Wife and all friends. I am sincerely & affectly yours
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46b Cottage sits right next door to 46a Main House.
Can be rented together to sleep 12-13 people.
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> Three Season Porch off of Kitchen with Table for Eating
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> Living Room: Large TV, Satellite Dish, Large Picture Window with Lake Views, Fireplace
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The Martyrology gives the following: "At Bologna (upper Italy) the holy confessor Dominic, the saintly and learned founder of the Order of Preachers. He preserved his virginity inviolate and gained for himself the grace of raising three dead persons to life. By his word he crushed heresy in the bud and led many souls to piety and to religious life."
Born about 1175 in Castile (Spain), Dominic hailed from the illustrious Guzman family. First he was a canon regular at Osma; then he founded the Dominican Order, which was approved in 1216. Alongside the Franciscans, it became the most powerful Order in medieval times, giving the Church illustrious preachers — St. Vincent Ferrer, and contemplatives, Sts. Thomas of Aquinas and Pius V — and contributing immeasurably to maintaining the purity of the faith. Through the example of apostolic poverty and the preaching of the word of God the Friar Preachers were to lead men to Christ. To St. Dominic is attributed the origin and spread of the holy rosary.
The two contemporaries, Dominic and Francis, effected a tremendous spiritual rejuvenation through their own spiritual personalities and through their religious foundations. Of the two, Dominic was the realist who surpassed the other intellectually and in organizational talent. His spirit of moderation, clarity of thought, and burning zeal for souls have become the heritage of the Dominican Order. Legend has contributed the following rare anecdote as preserved in the Breviary: "During pregnancy, Dominic's mother dreamed she was carrying in her womb a little dog that held a burning torch between its teeth; and when she had given birth, it set the whole world on fire. By this dream it was made manifest beforehand how Dominic would inflame the nations to the practice of Christian virtue through the brightness of his holy example and the fiery ardor of his preaching." He died at Bologna upon hearing the liturgy's prayer for the dying: "Come, ye saints of God, hasten hither, ye angels!"
O God of the prophets, who didst open the eyes of thy servant Saint Dominic to perceive a famine of hearing the word of the Lord, and didst move him, and those he did draw about him, to satisfy that hunger with sound preaching and fervent devotion: Make thy Church, dear Lord, in this and every age, attentive to the hungers of the world, and quick to respond in love to those who are perishing; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.


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"fouling" in the verb sense
1. foul
hit a foul ball
2. pollute, foul, contaminate
make impure
"The industrial wastes polluted the lake"
3. clog, choke off, clog up, back up, congest, choke, foul
become or cause to become obstructed
"The leaves clog our drains in the Fall"
"The water pipe is backed up"
4. foul
commit a foul break the rules
5. foul, befoul, defile, maculate
spot, stain, or pollute
"The townspeople defiled the river by emptying raw sewage into it"
6. foul
make unclean
"foul the water"
7. foul
become soiled and dirty
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Written by Diane Gatterdam
Twenty-three years ago on this day Tuesday May 9th 1989, these first days of May later would be described as the "Low Tide Days" in the student movement because they seemed very quite.
After the earlier waves of demonstrations, students were meeting and planning on campuses what their next moves should be.
Class strike continued only at Beida and Beijing Normal Universities.
The Dialogue Delegation was waiting for a response from the government to their request.
A government official approached Shen Tong on campus and said he would help them to get the dialogue "through the back door" unofficially. He also said " You students should remember to speak with one voice," he advised. "I will continue to negotiate with the government if you do your best to make sure that the Dialogue Delegation is organized."
The independent student organizations were either engaged in infighting or drifting without a clear agenda. To most students the movement appeared to be over.
Reporters from official media organizations took some concrete action on May 9,1989.
After joining the students during the demonstration five days ago, 1,013 reporters organized themselves and published an open letter of their own and delivered it to the "All-China Journalist Association."
Led by Li Datong of the China Youth Daily, they demanded press freedom and a revaluation of the decision to shutdown the Shanghai newspaper "World Economics Herald."
Both reporters and editors signed the petition.
After hearing of the reporter's petition, students announced that they would launch a bicycle march the next morning to support the reporters, as well as to show the city that they had not given up themselves.


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Newcastle United and Sunderland are separated by two divisions these days and it has been years since the last top-flight derby between the two clubs but the rivalry between the pair remains as fierce as ever.
Magpies fans have enjoyed celebrating Sunderland's misery in recent seasons after the Black Cats suffered back-to-back relegations, now competing in League One, but the joy has been difficult to find this term as their side suffers.
That has turned things on their head as Sunderland fans, seeing their side fight for promotion, believe a Tyne-Wear derby in the Championship could be on the cards next season – but they believe their rivals should have more hobbies on their hands.
An image went viral from the Stadium of Light this week that showed a Newcastle supporter volunteering at the club, wearing a black and white striped shirt, which caused a reaction on social media.
We have gathered some of the best responses below.
There's a shirt like that at all our games so I'm not worried
— John Ridley (@Ridderz86) October 31, 2018
I'd say give her a ticket for the next away game but she's probably already got one…
— James C (@JamesLanky94) October 31, 2018
Good Halloween costume of an obsessed weirdo from the lass on the left
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She better not have done my seat
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You can it's Haloween. Some one is dressed hideously for the occasion.
— Stan Cume (@SAFCRABBIT) October 31, 2018
Yet more mags wanting to be in the stadium of light
— Anthony Mongan (@AnthMongan3) October 31, 2018
Well it is pretty normal to see 1 or 2 Newcastle shirts in our stadium every other week
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At least they get to see the inside of a stadium thats won games this season.
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Just about a week until the final Breaking Bad episodes. My pal George thinks the show should end with Walter White going into witness protection and becoming Hal from Malcolm In The Middle. Me, I game for anything. Whatever Jesse and Walt evolve or devolve into will be well worth the journey. The last five years have been nothing short of fascinating and the wonderfully creative minds behind Breaking Bad are responsible for some of the best television to which I personally have ever been witness.
The mood is eerily set for the remaining eps by this promo in which Bryan Cranston recites Ozymandias to chilling effect.


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The Israeli Air Force would rather buy more F-15 Eagle fighters than the latest and greatest F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. It may be an older plane, but the F-15 apparently offers Israel more flexibility, particularly when striking its mortal enemy: Iran.
According to Aviation Week & Space Technology, Israel is dividing its airpower into two categories: jets that can strike targets just over the border in Lebanon and Syria, and jets that could hit distant but important targets such as Iran's nuclear program. Israel has the F-35 for the former task, and it is building a strike force of F-15s for the latter. Although the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter has stealth and sensors capable of picking up targets on the ground, it doesn't have the range to strike targets up to a thousand miles away in Iran.
Israel has had a nearly 40-year love affair with the F-15. It was one of the first countries to receive the Eagle and was the first to use it in action. The F-15 provides an impressive combination of power and range, allowing Israel to strike targets beyond the reach of most air forces. And because it's a large fighter, it has room to add new systems as necessary. Israel's defense industry has a long history of supporting the aircraft and creating upgrades to give the country's Eagles a decisive edge.


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Movies starring Karen Robinson
My Louisiana Sky (2001)
98 mins Drama, TV Movie
I have mentioned before that "coming-of-age" movies can have a very niche audience with their appeal sometimes only reaching as far as those who have a shared experience. But "My Louisiana Sky" whilst giving us this set up of...
Two Against Time (2002)
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"Two Against Time" is one of those movies which because of its subject matter leaves me conflicted. Now "Two Against Time" is based on a true story about a mother and teenage daughter who both are diagnosed with cancer at the...
Student Seduction (2003)
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Anyone in the UK who has looked through a newspaper or listened to the news in the last year or so will have heard stories of inappropriate affairs between a teacher and a student. It is a topic which has the potential for a ...
Jasper, Texas (2003)
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First things first and I know nothing of the true story of James Byrd, Jr and his gruesome murder which happened on the 7th June 1998, well other than what I have learned in the process of watching Jasper, Texas. As such I do...
Snow (2004)
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"Snow" is not the greatest Christmas you will ever watch, it doesn't quite deliver that magical Christmas feeling which some Christmas movies manage but it will still entertain. In fact considering the fact that "Snow" is a m...
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Twenty-five years of Mensa is approximately coincident with ten years of Mensa in America. Apart from a few émigrés, Mensa's American presence began in the late fifies with a column by John Wilcock in The Village Voice and a minor article in The New York Times describing an odd British society of high-IQ people. A few Americans wrote to London, were tested by mail, and became foreign members of the club. The first American meeting was called by Peter Sturgeon, a medical writer then living in Brooklyn, N.Y.
The first steps in the development of an American Mensa identity were taken in 1961 when Victor Serebriakoff, the the General Secretary of an unincorporated body without a constitution or even a set of written rules, came briefly to the United States.
Victor found Margot Seitelman through an advertisement and set up the American Mensa Selection Agency under her administrative hand. Victor also found a member, John Codella, who was then a principal in a public relations agency and who was intensely dedicated to Mensa. Codella's influence in American Mensa lasted some five years during which time the organization grew from a few hundred New Yorkers to over ten-thousand in the United States and Canada. The growth came in three spurts associated with tours through America by Victor with extensive publicity arranged by John.
Codella was, in many ways, a tragic figure. The roots of the tragedy lay in the disparity between his own concept of Mensa and the image being sold to the public. Codella saw Mensa not as a round table society but as an institution to support research. He could not brook opposition to his views and surrounded himself with weaker people, keeping tight control over the policies of the organization. The situation was epitomized by the fact that meetings of the American Mensa Committee were closed to ordinary members. There was real substance to charges that the round table society was being managed by a remote, elite clique.
Yet the organized and vocal opposition to Codella was largely no better than he. For Codellas dogmatic elitism, a dogmatic populism was substituted. On both sides, argument on principles was abandoned for incrimination by personal innuendo, speculation, and sheer false accusantion and name-calling. For both, the ends justified the means. Codella, at least, took on responsibilities on behalf of the society; the vocal opposition never accepted, much less fulfilled, any responsible rôles. Codella and his group have passed from the scene and deserve a place in American Mensa history for the groundwork they laid in building the organization. Most of the defects they left have since been remedied. A few members of the opposition remain [as of 1971], trying to stir up the excited indignation of the old days in a new environment.
The story of how direction of American Mensa fell to a group of pragmatic, open-minded, and coöperative people must be told on another occasion. The lessons from the early days, however, are:
- (i) politics is a process that permeates all societies -- it is every person's responsibility to help make that process wholesome;
- (ii) the use of Mensa to promote a particular ego or a specal dogma weakens the society and could eventually destroy it;
- (iii) a stable society depends upon the consensual coöperation of its members -- any coercion of consent by deception will, in the end, prove destructive;
- (iv) the members of a society must find ways to reward those who advance the common ends of the members -- it serves no useful purpose, however, and it is presumptuous to punish those whose ends differ.
Lack of space impels the terse, fragmentary style. The historical facts inspire the rather personal conclusions. May I be forgiven both sins.
Copied from The Mensa Journal, #151 (Nov. '71) 12 June
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As you know, the term "toxic masculinity" was coined by man-hating feminist bigots. Because of rampant misandry in our culture, the term is in widespread usage.
The term is even being used by several bloggers on this site - people with PhD degrees.
So how can men challenge this hate, bigotry, and bullying, as well as the rampant discrimination against men?
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By Cheryl Senn According to Jodi Marcellin, Instructional Technology Innovation and Grants and Program Development Coordinator for the Sanger Unified School District (SUSD), parents will see an increase in technology in the classroom and the district anticipates devices will be ready for home use by the 2015-16 school year. Here is the update Marcellin shared with…
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Razzmatazz Carrer dels Almogàvers 122, 08018 Barcelona
Airbourne re-awaken the ghosts of music past as they re-invent 70´s and 80´s rock'n'roll. Their influences range from AC/DC to Status Quo or Rose Tattoo and they've supported acts such as Mötley Crüe and The Rolling Stones. In short, this is a band full of pedigree, and their latest album, No Guts, No Glory is reminiscent of the glory days of those famous acts. It's going to be loud folks.
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A new short story by Lucy Caldwell, inspired by Nielsen's Symphony No 4 and exploring the deep consolations that music can bring.
Lucy Caldwell's new short story takes its inspiration from Carl Nielsen's Symphony No 4 and is about the deep consolations that music can bring.
Lucy Caldwell was born in Belfast and currently lives in London. She has published two novels, Where They Were Missed (2006) and The Meeting Point (2011). The Meeting Point was awarded the 2011 Dylan Thomas Prize. Lucy is also a playwright whose stage plays have won numerous awards including the George Divine Award and the Imison Award. In 2011, Lucy was awarded the prestigious Rooney Prize for Irish Literature for her body of work to date. Lucy's third novel, All the Beggars Riding, was published in January and will be Book at Bedtime on Radio 4 in March 2013 .
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Boronia Heights State School provides a wide range of services to its students. These range from classroom support or extension, through to a part time Chaplain, as well as wonderful resources situated in our Resource Centre.
Our Special Education Program supports students with disabilities with a dedicated staff who support students, teachers and families.
As a School Wide Positive Behaviour School we operate a range of strategies to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for all students. A behaviour room and dedicated staff to support appropriate learning is a key feature.
Rewards day each term for positive behaviour is supported by our P&C and staff and recognises the great learning and behaviour of students at Boronia Heights State School.
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Genex Power Ltd has secured $54 million in debt finance from the CEFC for the development of the Phase One 50MW large-scale solar farm at its Kidston Renewable Energy Hub, near Townsville.
WATCH: North Queensland's renewable energy hub
The solar farm is expected to lead to the Phase Two development of a pumped hydro storage project on the same site.
The innovative project is based around the former Kidston gold mine.
The project will be the first of its kind in Australia to co-locate a large-scale solar farm with a large-scale pumped hydro storage project, creating a combined generation and storage model that can be used elsewhere.
By using clean energy to extend the life of the disused gold mine site, the Kidston project also creates a potential model for other disused mine sites around Australia.
The solar farm, which is generating and exporting to the grid, is expected to produce 145GWh of renewable electricity a year ,which is the equivalent of powering almost 26,500 Australian homes. It is expected to abate 120,000 tonnes of carbon emissions a year.
The solar farm has a 20-year set-price Power Purchase Agreement with the Queensland Government.
The site is ideal for a solar farm because it has one of the highest solar irradiation levels in Australia and year-round solar exposure. There is an existing substation and transmission line next to the plant, which add to the site's solar suitability.


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Initial Implementation of Accelerated HCFC Phase Out in the CEIT Region
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A global initiative focused on reducing the production and use of ozone-depleting substances and protecting the thin ozone layer of the Earth was reflected in the Initial Implementation Accelerated HCFC Phase-out in the CEIT Region, the joint project of the State Committee for Nature Protection of Uzbekistan, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and Global Environmental Facility (GEF).
In the course of the project, activities for the control of imports of HCFC, and equipment which utilise HCFCs will be implemented, while demand for HCFCs will be regulated. The project will be implemented through two interrelated components.
The regional component will support the country in exchanging best experiences with the governments of other countries in the Central Asian region, and thus enable improvements of approaches to manage HCFCs on a national level.
The national component will be dedicated to building up the capacities of public and private sectors to gradually reduce their dependence on imports of HCFCs, by delivering modern equipment to extract and recycle HCFCs, and by improving the practices of maintaining refrigeration equipment and air conditioning systems, to ensure the more effective operation and refurbishment of the systems, low level of leaks and improved energy efficiency.
The implementation of the National Strategy on HCFC Phase-out in Uzbekistan for final phase-out of HCFCs by 2030. This strategy should conform with international commitments according to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer, namely the implementation of requirements of the 19th Conference of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol on Accelerated Phase-out of HCFCs.
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- Uzbekistan complies with international commitments under the Montreal Protocol for Accelerated HCFC Phase-out, envisaging a complete phase-out by 2030;
- Equipment to recover cooling agents provided to national companies;
- Equipment to extract and recycle cooling agents provided to national companies (125 units of equipment to extract cooling agents, 5 units of equipment for recycling cooling agents);
- Customs authorities equipped with instruments/equipment to control ODS and ozone-safe substances imported to Uzbekistan (equipment for identifying cooling agents);
- Capacity development trainings conducted for experts of the cold storage and cooling industry (approximately 1,000 refrigeration and cooling experts will be trained);
- Capacity development trainings conducted for law enforcement and customs officers (over 300 customs officers will be trained);
- Capacity built for the storage of undesirable ODS waste, and the disposal of confiscated ODS and unfit coolants;
- Three demo projects focused on new alternative technologies utilising ozone-safe cooling agents with low global warming potential implemented;
- Improved public awareness.
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Archive for September 2012
To run meeting smoothly and end successfully, meeting agenda plays a very crucial role because it provides structure and focus and clearly communicates the purpose of meeting. Meeting agenda provides you with list of meeting activities in an order in which they are to be taken up. Effective meeting agenda is a key to success of a meeting. It is only meeting agenda that highlights flow of entire meeting procedure. It serves as a road map to run a meeting smoothly.
Well structured meeting agenda keeps meeting participants in control and focus on subject matter rather than getting of the track. Effectively prepared meeting agenda provides a meaningful purpose and direction to any type of meeting. Format of your meeting agenda must be perfect and professional. For this purpose, a lot of agenda templates are available on web to provide users with pre-designed and ready-to-use business documents and Meeting Agenda Template is one of these professional templates to serve business needs.
Meeting agenda can make much more than making a meeting productive. A well structured and focused meeting agenda can prove as an invaluable tool to achieve desired meeting results within a reasonable timeframe.
To write an effective meeting agenda, Meeting leader:
- Should think about the meeting objectives
- Should provide participants with an accurate start and end time
- Should ensure sufficient time considerations to all agenda tasks and topics
- Should also try to keep the length of meeting minimal by establishing structured and focused discussion topics
- Should give a blueprint for meeting to follow
What considerations should be kept in mind in order to make meeting agenda "Effective"? Best answer to this question is that your agenda will only then be effective when you create a detailed step-by-step outline for the meeting to follow. Useful steps to make your meeting productive are:
- To start making your meeting initially, you are required to establish objectives of meeting. Established objectives should clearly define what you want to accomplish?
- After it, decide about meeting date and propel a notice to all meeting invitees by providing them complete detail about time, date and location.
- Sending a preliminary meeting agenda can help you finding out further agenda topics to be discussed in meeting. You should only consider those additional topics that can assist you in achieving meeting objectives.
- Once your meeting agenda is firmed up, next step is of sending it to all meeting participants in advance. Smart decisions can develop by allowing people time to reflect, so providing them with reflection opportunity will be very beneficial to make your meeting productive.
- Preliminary and finalized meeting agenda, both should state all meeting logistics including time, date, location, directions, what to bring to meeting and how to prepare for meeting etc.
An effective meeting agenda comes up with countless benefits in order to make your meeting more productive and focused. Your meeting agenda should around all issues and projects while keeping discussion focused in a timely manner by making effective use of participants' time in order to adhere to meeting objectives throughout all agenda tasks.
Today I will discuss some basic principles of graphic designing which are needed to be understood by every graphic designer. Understanding these principles will help one to become a good graphic designer:
- A balanced layout is the most important principle of graphic designing because our eyes and minds feel more comfortable when they see a balanced design. A balanced layout is that where graphics do not dominate text and page does not look to be twisted to one side.
- Next principle is to learn how to arrange different elements on the page. You can learn this through proximity. Proximity means to keep identical items together and creating unity. Let's understand it with a simple example. If you observe a group of people in a room, you will be able to understand which strangers are and which people are close to each other and how close they are sitting. Similarly, in a graphic design, proximity or immediacy creates a bond between different elements on a page. The distance between different elements helps understanding their relationship.
- How can we forget alignment? A graphic designer also needs to learn the principle of alignment in graphic designing. To create attractive and interesting layouts, one needs to learn how to align text or graphics. Absence of alignment shows chaos and disorganization while mixing too many types of alignments also creates the same effect.
- Another principle of graphic designing is consistency. A graphic designer needs to understand importance of consistency to give a page a consistent and balanced look so that reader may get engaged.
- For visual interest, contrasts can also be created in a graphic design. Being a graphic designer, you need to learn how to use different contrasts like black and white and big and small. Contrast is actually used when two elements differ and contrast can be created using differences in four elements like color, size, type and value. Contrast is necessary to increase a reader's interest as well as it creates emphasis on an important element. If contrast does not exist on a page, reader cannot find which item is important and where to look first. Contrast also increases readability.
- White space is also an important principle which can not be overlooked. White space is actually nothing and it shows absence of text and images. By breaking up text and images, it provides a visual rest to reader's eye. So to make a page less confusing, white space is used.
These were six basic elements of graphic design which should not be ignored while creating a layout. Following these principles is beneficial to create effective layouts.


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Travel Report: Jinan – Shandong Province, China.
July 2009. The concrete jungle of Jinan lies some five hours south of Beijing, a comparatively swift three hours if you treat yourself to the high-speed bullet train. As the capital of Shandong Province, the city is home to a whopping seven million people and is a major economic and transportation hub. Despite this, there are few reasons for foreigners to stick around. The only reason for adding Jinan to my itinerary was to break up the journey to Zhujiayu, a fascinating little village forty-five kilometres to the east. Nevertheless, I thought I'd give Jinan a chance and was pleasantly surprised by what I found. Wandering the city streets on my first night, I came across this friendly husband and wife playing badminton outside their apartment block. They were incredibly excited to meet me, so much so that the lady insisted I take over and play her husband.
July 2009. At first glance Jinan can come across as a charmless sprawl. But the city is actually home to a number of beautiful parks with natural springs. Determined to pop my head into a number of these parks, my first stop was the beautifully landscaped Five Dragon Pool Park. There are lush green lawns, ancient Chinese architecture and of course the pool itself, said to be the deepest circulating artesian spring in Jinan. Amusingly, the locals seemed as stunned by the sight of me as I was by the park's beauty. Judging by the numerous open-mouthed stares I received, I guessed they'd never seen a Leighton before.
July 2009. I've always enjoyed a good old climb. Happily then, Thousand Buddha Park, located just to the south of the city, didn't disappoint. Neither did the resulting views from the summit, despite the afternoon smog's best efforts.
On the way up you can stop to admire caves, temples, pavilions, terraces and buddhas. There's even a cable car for the lazy.
July 2009. I'd just come out of a city bakery with a bag of sweet bread things when I bumped into this delightful mother and daughter. The girl spoke a few words of English, so we did the small talk thing for a bit and they happily posed for a photo. It made a nice change for me to be photographing Chinese people rather than the other way round. A wonderful picture that not even a fat pile of bricks could ruin.
July 2009. Much like the parks that came before it, Baotu Spring Park was absolutely teeming with people. Home to around thirty springs, you can actually see the water bubbling up from one of the park's deep-green lakes. There was also a stunning Chrysanthemum exhibition, boat rides on the canal and buns for sale to feed the fish. Or, like this guy, you can sit looking miserable under an umbrella.
For a deeper insight into my time in Jinan, check out my short stories The City and the village Part I and The City and the Village Part II.
You can also have a look at my other reports from around Shandong Province.
Like these? Then why not check out my zillion articles from across China.
And I've written a short story series called Challenged In China.
I've been living, working and traveling all over the world since 2001, so why not check out my huge library of travel reports from over 30 countries.


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Catholics Wake Up!
Catholics Awake-Marino Restrepo's call to Catholics to awaken the sleeping giant of the Church in the world's midst…
Below the video is a review of Marino's Book "Catholics Awake" which is a fantastic book reminding us to take our faith and our calling to save souls seriously…
If you're searching for a book that will make you sit up and think twice about the Christian faith then look no further because 'Catholics Awake' is a Book that hits you right between the eyes.
'Catholics Awake' by Marino Restrepo is a book with profound insights about the state of the Catholic Church today and in this Book and with characteristic love, Marino calls the Church to repentance and renewal.
From a personal point of view, I can usually read a book in a day and take most of it in-however, with 'Catholics Awake' I needed to put the Book down on nearly every page as there was something so profound and deep that I couldn't take it all in.
It's like a full meal for the soul as opposed to a quick snack which doesn't satisfy and is too superficial-so many modern spiritual books can be like that!
This Book really is significant for Catholics everywhere and for non Catholics to understand what's happening in the Church right now!
Who is Marino Restrepo?
Marino Restrepo is a man who underwent a profound mystical experience during which he was taken to Hell, Heaven and received many revelations concerning the afterlife. During his experience, Marino was literally brought to the gates of hell but his life 'was redeemed from the grave' by Jesus and he has been called to proclaim the powerful truths he was privileged to see and experience.
The potent and life changing testimony and teachings of Marino serve as a genuine warning to souls that hell exists and sin, pride and lack of love bring souls there!
[pullquote align="left"]It's an important and instructive message for our times and one that's straight from the heart.[/pullquote]
The insightful book 'Catholics Awake' is a fruit of Marino's over ten year global ministry from Australia to Venezuela where he has witnessed first hand the divisions and mediocrity in the Bride of Christ.
Marino calls out in this Book for Catholics to wake up from their sleep, for the night is far behind us already and that we need to take a quantum leap back into our faith and into the light of Christ.
Marino is sounding the trumpet to Catholics everywhere in this Book telling us that, 'The time has come to go out there and preach it (the Gospel) like it is, with a non negotiable aim that only strives to glorify the Lord and to proclaim His kingdom among us'.[pullquote align="right"]The time has come to go out there and preach it (the Gospel) like it is, with a non negotiable aim that only strives to glorify the Lord and to proclaim His kingdom among us[/pullquote]
'Catholics Awake' awakens in Catholics the sense of the importance and power of the Church's Sacraments which are often forgotten, denied and even abused.
Marino reminds Catholics that we need to reclaim our heritage, not be ashamed of it and protect themselves from weak forms of Christianity which are gathering in popularity these days and which ignore the cross of Calvary and are centred on a prosperity Gospel of wealth and well being, the spirituality of self and self realisation.
For example, regarding the Sacrament of Baptism, Marino reminds us of its efficacy:
'Through baptism, one is enlisted from above into the army of the Kingdom of God and is given the legitimacy of a citizenship in the City of Light, the New Jerusalem'.
Baptism is a most powerful privilege which many Christians are completely unaware of and don't live up to, 'Christians, know thy dignity'.
Marino also reminds Christians that in the Sacrament of Baptism we are, '[pullquote align="left"]fully exorcised from the past, from the sins of ancestors, beginning with the sin of all sins: original sin'[/pullquote]. In Baptism, we become a member of Christ's mystical body on earth, and it's a high yet hidden calling and one that we need to live up to everyday of our lives.'Catholics Awake' is a 'must read' for all those wishing to deepen their knowledge of the Christian and Catholic faith and of the power of the Sacraments or even for those who wish to find out about the great depths of treasures and riches the Catholic Church has deposited within it. Riches which are guarded by 'vessels of clay' but it is real nonetheless.
The knowledge and wisdom contained in 'Catholics Awake' is part and parcel of the treasure trove of infused knowledge Marino Restrepo received during his mystical conversion experience with Jesus and Mary. This Book is lived experience and not theoretical musings that's why it speaks direct to the heart.
This is why I think it touches the spirit so deeply as you read the Book and it provokes one to a profound change of heart.


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I have run from this post. Truly, I didn't want to write it and I've told the Lord many times over the past few months how I would prefer he removes this prompting. "What if I phrase this in the wrong way, God? What if your message is distorted by my lack of eloquence? What if Satan warps these words into someone hearing them as indictments or finger pointing?" All of these thoughts I have offered up in prayer, and still, I cannot get this subject from my mind. Instead, God has only brought me face-to-face with the issue at an accelerated rate. So before we start, if you think I'm writing something from a judgmental place, I beg you to deny that thought. Instead, I am writing from a place of brokenness and concern. I am by no means an authority here – but as an act of obedience, and as a message to myself, first, and then to my fellow sisters – here we go.
We live in a time where small businesses and direct-sales marketing has caught on like wildfire. I have no
So why is this an issue burned so deeply into my heart? I am a mom of young children. I stay at home with my kids and I love it, but it can also be a very isolating season of life. Thankfully, I'm blessed with incredible, authentic, and deep friendships. These ladies keep me sane, pray me through difficulties, and point me to the Lord. We desperately need these kinds of intimate friendships. We need people who want to know us, and love us anyway. I am blessed with more of these friendships than I deserve – but what God has been showing me lately, is that many women don't feel quite as blessed with true, deep friendships. They are longing for that kind of connection, and they want someone who wants to know them. This brings me to our current topic.
Last year, I was approached 48 different times from various direct-sales initiatives. In over 20 of these instances, the person reaching out had not contacted me in over 2 years. Several times, it was from a person I hadn't heard from in over a decade. The sales aspect is not a problem to me, not in the least. Sales and marketing are a part of the fabric of entrepreneurship in our country. The area of heartache I have, are the dozen or so times the person contacting me did so under the guise of wanting to get to know me better or spend time with me. After finding out I was not interested in their product, their interest in me disappeared. Ten of these instances were from women who are strong believers.
Should we see this as a problem? I think so. As believers, does the Lord call us to a higher standard of how we do business? I think so. In 2 Corinthians, Paul is talking about the need to be sincere in every encounter. He says, "We can say with confidence and a clear conscience that we have lived with a God-given holiness and sincerity in all our dealings. We have depended on God's grace, not on our own human wisdom. That is how we have conducted ourselves before the world, and especially toward you" (2 Corinthians 1:12, ESV).
Reaching out to specific people to sell something is not a problem if we have and are continuing to reach out to those same people in love and genuine care for what is going on in their lives. This is particularly important if you, as a believer, are reaching out to someone who doesn't know the Lord. If we use our potential one olive branch of reconnection for the sake of a product or a promotion, then we have to truly examine what we have done. Have we forfeited our right to talk to them about Christ because we neglected to care for a genuine relationship? There is no product that "can change your life" that we should ever promote if we have not already shared the person that will change your eternity.
I fear this post will meet some very harsh critique, and I so wish that instead of a post, it were a conversation. What these words are NOT intended to be: a negative indictment toward small business owners, multi-level marketing, or direct sales. I have no problem with any of these things, and I am an advocate for all things that allow families financial help. I am a small business owner. It's a big part of our family. Let me say once again, this post is out of love and a convicted spirit.
I think the main point of action we can all take away from this area is, "How can we love our neighbor best?" If we are truly thinking of them first, and ourselves last, then our motivation is in the right place. God will take care of all of our needs if we are putting his commands into practice above all else. Jesus said his most important commandment is to "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength." The second is to "love your neighbor as yourself" (Mark 12:28-31, NIV).
We can be champions for entrepreneurship and still be directly in the center of God's will. We just need to constantly examine our motivations, our relationships, and ourselves. If we reach out to people for the sole reason to acquire something from them rather than to get to know them, I think we have to examine what this does to our credibility, authenticity, and witness in the future. I don't want anyone to assume I want her for a commodity over a companion. I have enough faults, flaws, and sinful inclinations on my own that make relationship building a challenge. Let us always be working in a way that highlights "God-given holiness and sincerity in all our dealings" so the main thing our life points toward is Christ.
Ashley Veneman
Ashley lives in Memphis, Tennessee and is the wife of Justin, her best friend, and mother of Cole and Norah, her two amazing little ones. She is a work-at-home mom trying to soak up all the little years as much as possible since she has yet to find a way to pause time. Ashley is a wedding photographer with her husband, and is so thankful for the ability to do a profession she loves, while at the same time making PB&J sandwiches, building Lego towers to the sky, and setting up the perfect princess tea party. She loves women's ministry, a good one-on-one conversation, and being a part of a community of women running hard after the Lord.
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Avocado is a berry fruit that is different from other types of fruits for various reasons listed above. The avocado fruit has its uses in many departments and can provide numerous benefits to the body.
Here are a couple of important reasons why you need to eat more avocados daily and what benefits it can bring to you body.
Great Source of Fiber
Avocados contain a very healthy dose of fiber that can instantly treat fatigue and tiredness. In 1 medium-sized avocado there are 10 grams of fiber that is 75% insoluble which is the type of fiber that makes us feel satiated and accelerates and aids in digestion.
Healthy Fats
Avocados contain more fat that any other fruit but that does not necessarily mean that they are bad for you. This type of fat in the avocado is monounsaturated and it is extremely healthy for the whole body, if we eat it in moderate amounts that is.
Consuming these types of fat can help lower the cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart diseases like strokes and heart attacks. They also can provide a healthy dose of antioxidant and vitamin E that are essential substances for the body.
Good for The Blood Pressure
Avocados contain magnesium and potassium which are two nutrients that can lower the blood pressure. Even with 1 serving of avocado the body gets more magnesium that any other fruits or foods.
Avocado Oil
This oil is proved to be very beneficial for the whole body. When you cook with this oil you give the organism a lot of the daily recommended doses of nutrients and minerals. This oil can fight destructive oxygen molecules that can destroy cell membranes, DNA and proteins.
Skin Health
Avocados can treat your body from the inside and out and provide many beauty benefits that will make you skin wonderful. Avocados can moisturize the skin, heal smaller burns, boost the healing process, eliminate wrinkles and so on.
You can make amazing masks from avocados mixed with raw honey and yoghurt and use it in order to moisturize and treat the skin.
Nutrient Absorption
Other than provide important nutrients to the body avocados can make all the other substances in the body bioavailable and absorbed much faster from the body. It can increase the absorption of nutrients from many veggies and fruits.
Avocado Uses:
- Substitute for Butter
In some recipes for many baked goods it is easy to substitute butter with avocados and if you have a chance you can do it since it will provide similar effects but far more health benefits.
- Avocados as a Spread
You can spread avocados on bread and even toast some pieces and eat them as a healthy additive to bread slices. Forget the unhealthy margarines and butter and switch to avocado spreads.
- Versatile Uses and Recipes
There are various recipes that include avocados and you can use it for almost anything from baked goods, salads, sauces and so on. Guacamole is one of the most famous sauce made with avocado which is a great additive to many dishes and easy to make.
Source: healthandnaturalmedicine.com