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The Command to Leave Sinai
The L ord said to Moses, "Go, leave this place, you and the people whom you have brought up out of the land of Egypt, and go to the land of which I swore to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, saying, 'To your descendants I will give it.' 2I will send an angel before you, and I will drive out the Canaanites, the Amorites, the Hittites, the Perizzites, the Hivites, and the Jebusites. 3Go up to a land flowing with milk and honey; but I will not go up among you, or I would consume you on the way, for you are a stiff-necked people."
4 When the people heard these harsh words, they mourned, and no one put on ornaments. 5For the L ord had said to Moses, "Say to the Israelites, 'You are a stiff-necked people; if for a single moment I should go up among you, I would consume you. So now take off your ornaments, and I will decide what to do to you.' " 6Therefore the Israelites stripped themselves of their ornaments, from Mount Horeb onward.
The Tent outside the Camp
7 Now Moses used to take the tent and pitch it outside the camp, far off from the camp; he called it the tent of meeting. And everyone who sought the L ord would go out to the tent of meeting, which was outside the camp. 8Whenever Moses went out to the tent, all the people would rise and stand, each of them, at the entrance of their tents and watch Moses until he had gone into the tent. 9When Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would descend and stand at the entrance of the tent, and the L ord would speak with Moses. 10When all the people saw the pillar of cloud standing at the entrance of the tent, all the people would rise and bow down, all of them, at the entrance of their tent. 11Thus the L ord used to speak to Moses face to face, as one speaks to a friend. Then he would return to the camp; but his young assistant, Joshua son of Nun, would not leave the tent.
Moses' Intercession
12 Moses said to the L ord, "See, you have said to me, 'Bring up this people'; but you have not let me know whom you will send with me. Yet you have said, 'I know you by name, and you have also found favor in my sight.' 13Now if I have found favor in your sight, show me your ways, so that I may know you and find favor in your sight. Consider too that this nation is your people." 14He said, "My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest." 15And he said to him, "If your presence will not go, do not carry us up from here. 16For how shall it be known that I have found favor in your sight, I and your people, unless you go with us? In this way, we shall be distinct, I and your people, from every people on the face of the earth."
17 The L ord said to Moses, "I will do the very thing that you have asked; for you have found favor in my sight, and I know you by name." 18Moses said, "Show me your glory, I pray." 19And he said, "I will make all my goodness pass before you, and will proclaim before you the name, 'The L ord'; and I will be gracious to whom I will be gracious, and will show mercy on whom I will show mercy. 20But," he said, "you cannot see my face; for no one shall see me and live." 21And the L ord continued, "See, there is a place by me where you shall stand on the rock; 22and while my glory passes by I will put you in a cleft of the rock, and I will cover you with my hand until I have passed by; 23then I will take away my hand, and you shall see my back; but my face shall not be seen."
New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
11. And the Lord spake unto Moses face to face Moses will hereafter be dignified by this distinction, where God would declare the difference between him and other Prophets. (Numbers 12:8.) Familiar intercourse is therefore described in this phrase, as if it were said that God appeared to Moses by an extraordinary mode of revelation. If any object that there is a contradiction between this statement and what we shall presently see, "Thou canst not see my face," the solution is easy, viz., that although God revealed Himself to Moses in a peculiar manner, still He never appeared in the fullness of His glory, but only so far as man's infirmity could endure. For this expression contains an implied comparison, i.e., that no man was ever equal to Moses, or arrived at such a pitch of dignity. And this tends to magnify the Law, that Moses its minister reported what he had familiafly learnt, so that no ambiguity might be suspected. When it is said that Joshua departed not from the tabernacle, we gather that the dwelling-place of Moses was in the camp; and perhaps the fact of his being a young man is mentioned, 365365 "So called (says Ainsworth) in respect of his service, not of years, for he was now above fifty years old, as may be gathered by Joshua 24:29. But because ministry and service are usually by the younger sort, all servants are called young men. See Genesis 14:24." "Perhaps, (adds Adam Clarke,) נער naghar, here translated young man, means a single person, one unmarried." Others suppose that he was so called as being integer, upright, and without guile; and De Lyra, as being young in respect to Moses. in order more highly to illustrate God's grace, in choosing that he should have the charge of the sanctuary. It is true that Joshua at this time was of mature age; but God's special blessing was manifested in him, in that God passed over many old men, and set him who was younger to be the keeper of His tabernacle.


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I don't know what it is but I just wig out
I'll break your things before you know what I'm about
Stay away from me if you can manage
Or your personal items may suffer damage
Now I'm not hyperactive or really violent
But every man is not an island
-- Break things
The moon is in the window -- can't you see
I wonder what the punishment will be
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I try real hard but I just can't help it
My break things habit is just the pits
Now I'm not hyperactive or really violent
But every man is not an island
-- Break things
Monday, March 06, 2006
Old School Rap VIII
When I started this series of Rapcrap archival posts, I had no idea that there was so much material. The group only performed once, and we rarely got together. Yet it seems that Steve, Brian, John, and I wrote quite a lot. This is titled "Break Things (Not an Island)."
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What to Do If You're Being Sued over a Bad Online Review
With customers' increasing reliance on online review platforms such as TripAdvisor, Yelp and HungryGoWhere, it should come as no surprise that, given the available avenue of appealing to legal authorities to settle minor disputes, business owners have become increasingly litigious in protecting their businesses' reputations from their customers' negative public feedback.
This article will explain the possible steps you can take should you have left a negative online customer review for a business and are threatened to be sued, or are being sued, by that business.
What Happens If a Business Makes a Defamation Claim Against Me?
Singapore's defamation law provides business owners with the weaponry required to silence its critics.
To succeed in a defamation claim against a customer in the Singapore courts, a business owner need only prove that the customer published an untrue fact that would tend to lower its reputation in the opinion of an average person who lives in Singapore.
Consequences of a successful claim
If they are successful, the consequences for the customer typically include some combination of having to pay damages to the business and/or issuing a public apology/retraction to withdraw any imputations published/said against the business.
What Do I Do If I Received a Legal Letter from a Business that I have Reviewed Negatively?
Show the letter, and a copy of your review, to a lawyer before you respond to the letter or do anything. Depending on what you actually put in your review, you may or may not be in trouble (see below).
Most negative reviews are, by definition, defamatory on the face of them. For example, "The bread in this restaurant was a bit stale" is a statement that would tend to lower the reputation of a restaurant in the opinion of an average person.
As strange as it may seem, if a restaurant threatens to sue you for publishing that statement online, the burden is on you to prove that you had a legitimate lawful reason for doing so – otherwise you may owe them damages.
To help you show that you did have such a reason, you will usually need the services of a lawyer.
How Can I Defend Myself Against a Defamation Claim?
Defence of fair comment
There are a few common defences that can be deployed in these circumstances. The first is the defence of fair comment. The gist of this defence is the simple response that the statement published was not presented as a fact at all but rather an opinion, to which we are all entitled.
To use the example above as an illustration, the statement, "The bread in this restaurant was a bit stale" is factual in nature. It would be easier to defend yourself using the defence of fair comment if the statement had been framed as an opinion, like "I thought the bread tasted a bit stale." This is clearly intended to be read as your personal opinion based on how the bread tasted to you.
However, you cannot simply put "I thought" before a fact and expect to get away with a defamatory statement if it is clearly an untrue fact rather than an opinion.
For example, "I thought the chicken contained harmful bacteria" won't work as this is clearly mere speculation of a fact. You cannot possibly know for a fact whether food contains bacteria without conducting scientific tests on samples of the food.
Defence of justification
If the defence of fair comment won't work, the defence of justification might. The gist of this defence is simply the response that the defamatory statement that was published is actually true, but the burden is on you to prove that. Having photographs that support your allegation tend to be most helpful in these scenarios.
For example, if you are saying that the chicken contained harmful bacteria, you could prove your allegation with a photograph of a worm crawling out of the chicken, or, far less likely, lab results showing the presence of bacteria in the piece of chicken that you took from the restaurant.
Defence of qualified privilege
If all else fails, the defence of qualified privilege might help. The gist of this defence is that you are providing information which you believe, in good faith, to be true to people who have a legitimate interest in receiving it.
Let's say your statement is "This restaurant has poor hygiene standards and I contracted food poisoning as a result." Even if it turns out your food poisoning did not originate from this restaurant, you may still be able to escape liability if you can show that you had a reasonable basis for making this allegation.
For example, you saw a cook drop food on the kitchen floor and put it back in the frying pan and the next day you had diarrhoea. The general public has a legitimate interest in receiving this information in order to protect public health.
You must also show that you made the statement in good faith, without malice, i.e. not to intentionally damage or harass the business, but in the interests of protecting the public's health.
Whether any particular statement falls within the scope of one of these defences is not always straightforward, so it is always advisable to have a lawyer respond to a legal letter threatening a defamation suit rather than attempting to do so yourself.
How Can I Protect Myself From Allegations of Defamation When Leaving Reviews?
- Take photos that back up any facts you are stating.
- As far as possible, present your review as your personal opinion of the business that is reasonably based on your observations.
- Do not state any negative facts about a business that you cannot prove.
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Japanese astronaut Koichi Wakata has been showing off his photography skills, sharing some impressive shots taken from the International Space Station (ISS) as it orbited Earth on Sunday.
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Guidance to rule 3.12.1 in Euronext Growth Oslo Rulebook Part II
Oslo Børs has included a guide to rule 3.12.2 in the Euronext Growth Rulebook Part II, which relates to the requirement for consolidated accounts. The guideline specifies that the requirement for consolidated accounts means that exemptions in applicable legislation that apply to issuers classified as small companies, cannot be applied in order to fulfil the requirement of issuing annual- and half-yearly report on a consolidated basis.
Clarification in Notice 2.2 section 6 related to the content of the application for admission to trading in flexible and fast-track processes
Notice 2.2 section 6 states what information the application must contain in a flexible process and a fast track process where the standard application form is not used. It has now been clarified that the application must also contain a confirmation that the company undertakes to comply with the rules for Euronext Growth Oslo, cf. Notice 2.2 section 1 (3), as well as a confirmation from the Euronext Growth Advisor that the issuer satisfies all conditions for admission to trading and is suitable for admission to trading on Euronext Growth Oslo, cf. Notice 2.2 section 1 (4).
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It is set out in rule 5.2.2 in Euronext Growth Rulebook Oslo Part II that if the Euronext Growth Advisor, its beneficial owners and persons with managerial responsibility have an ownership interest in the issuer, this must be stated in the application for admission to trading. Furthermore, the application must state whether an application has been made for an exemption from the independence requirements in section 5.2.2.
Oslo Børs has included a new section 1.8 in the standard application form where such information is to be included.
In the application form sections 188.8.131.52 and 18.104.22.168, which are related to rules 188.8.131.52 and 22.214.171.124 in the Euronext Growth Rulebook Part II regarding management and the board, it is clarified that information concerning matters that may be relevant to the assessment of suitability shall not be limited to the last 5 years.
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KENAS operates accreditation schemes to the following international standards: Note – These standards can be purchased from the National Standards Body.
1. Certification Scheme
- 17021-1 "Conformity assessment — Requirements for bodies providing audit and certification of management systems — Part 1: Requirements"
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The Underground of History: Spirituality as Reflected Through Movement, Community, and the Chaos of Formlessness in Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
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A significant theme of scholars' discussions about Invisible Man (1952) is race as it relates to African American lives. I suggest that Invisible Man is, in many ways, a product of its time and a necessary reminder of the African-American experience during that time. However, it also offers the reader a deeper understanding of spirituality concerning widespread inequality. Ellison's conception of spirituality utilizes fragments of mainstream, cultural representations of the Black experience as the raw elements for creating an interdisciplinary discourse, which I describe as Black spirituality infusing ideas of Kemeticism. It is crucial to state the difference between Black spirituality and African-American spirituality. Black spirituality, as defined in "The Underground of History," explores the understudied spiritual and mystical aspects of Kemeticism as reflected through Invisible Man. Relationships such as these reveal a connection to notions about African worldviews, movement, formlessness, and chaos. African-American spirituality, however, is a modern evolution of Black spirituality deeply infused with Christianity. At times, Ellison explores and critiques African-American spirituality and offers Black spirituality as a lens to view the world for African American practices and healing.
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Johnson, Ikea, "The Underground of History: Spirituality as Reflected Through Movement, Community, and the Chaos of Formlessness in Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man" (2022). LSU Doctoral Dissertations. 5881.
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A brand vision is written like a mission statement—in the present tense, as if you've already accomplished it. It's clear and paints a vivid picture. A well-written brand vision helps you consciously move from your current state to where you'd like to be. One classic formula for a brand statement follows this template: "I help ___ do ___." For example, "I help manufacturing organizations improve their processes to reduce waste and grow profits." Leadership begins with communicating your "why." As author Simon Sinek says, "People don't buy what you do; they buy why you do it."
2.) Decide what you want to be known for
If you became known as the world's go-to expert on a specific topic, what would that be? The only way to create a compelling personal brand is by becoming the recognized authority in a particular area. Research the competition in that market and determine how you will differentiate yourself. What makes you unique? By leveraging your special gifts, you'll be more likely to stand out from the crowd. Your personal brand should be an accurate reflection of your passions, skills, values and beliefs.
3.) Define your audience
One of the worst mistakes you can make as you build a personal brand is attempting to appeal to everyone. That's why it's so crucial to define your niche. Whom do you want to serve? According to brand strategist Re Perez, "A great brand starts with understanding who you are, what you stand for, understanding your marketplace, and understanding your positioning. What is the perception that you need to create in order to appeal to the target audience that you're trying to appeal to?" A valuable exercise is to create your target profile (or avatar). The more you understand your audience, the better prepared you will be to develop products and services that they want and need. Consider things like their demographics, psychographics, pain points and challenges. What are they struggling with, and how can you help?
4.) Develop a consistent message
What message do you want to consistently reinforce in your content and your marketing? Once you decide what it is, use the same message across all your communication channels. Consistency builds trust and credibility with your audience. In addition to keeping your tone and personality the same, use design elements (like your logo) consistently as well. Finding your unique voice and staying true to it is one of the keys to creating a powerful personal brand.
5.) Be authentic
Your personal brand shouldn't be a persona. It's not an invention. It should be authentically you. Figure out what makes you different. Then learn to embrace that uniqueness and use it to get people to pay attention and seek out your content over everyone else's. People want to interact with people, and that means being real. Determine what you want your brand personality to be. Is it more casual or professional? Quirky or serious? The more authentic you make your personal brand, the more likely visitors to your site will resonate with your message. As Oscar Wilde once said, "Be yourself because everyone else is taken."
6.) Create your own website
If you don't already own your personal domain name (i.e., carolinecastrillon.com), go to GoDaddy right now and see if it's available. If not, look for a variation on the name and buy it. Having your own domain is essential these days, no matter who you are or what you do. And with all the simple website builders out there like Wix and Squarespace, there is no excuse not to develop your own website. And it can also be an enjoyable project! This is your chance to create something that is 100% reflective of who you are and what you stand for.
7.) Build your social media presence
These days, it isn't easy to have a compelling personal brand without an online presence. Once you secure your domain name, check to see if it is available on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and other channels. You can use tools like knowem and NameChk to verify if your desired username is available on hundreds of social media sites. Then claim your social media profiles and share content regularly. Ideally, you will want to focus on one or two social networks in the beginning. It is better to select one or two carefully selected social networks and try post consistently on them, rather than posting sporadically to half a dozen. Resist the urge to use social media as a bully pulpit and instead encourage a two-way conversation. That way, you'll be more likely to build a trusting, ongoing relationship with your audience.
Developing a compelling personal brand can help you get featured in media, expand your network, attract clients and create a lasting platform—among other things. We all have a personal brand, whether we think so or not. Why not be intentional and make the most of it?


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Hi traders,
The EUR/USD bounced towards 1.1670 zone on Friday, before the early profit taking. The new POC zone is close to 1.1610 and we might see a bounce again.
The EUR/USD is trying to bounce from the support and there is a chance it will bounce off 1.1640. However a drop to 1.1590-1.1610 is also possible and in that case we might see a strong bounce towards 1.1650 and 1.1670. Above 1.1670, the targets are 1.1720 and 1.1747. Only a drop below 1.1580 could negate bullish scenario. Watch for a confluence bounce and possible uptrend continuation.
Many green pips,
Nenad Kerkez aka Tarantula FX
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The Mayor of County Kerry has spoken of deep sense of "disbelief and shock" in his hometown Listowel and across North Kerry as Gardai investigate a suspected murder-suicide in nearby Ballyreehan, lixnaw.
Three people from one family lost their lives in the suspected murder suicide.
A woman in her 60's and her son in his 20's were found in the house - the body of another man in his 60's was found in a field with a shotgun. All three had been shot.
"I heard this terrible news last night around 9pm, I haven't slept much since, there is a real sense of disbelief that this has happened, the entire community is in shock," Cllr. Jimmy Moloney told CorkBeo.
Cllr. Jimmy said that Lixnaw, which is 7 or 8 miles down the road from him, is a "rural area, strong on farming, so there is a worry that people who have been impacted by this tragedy will feel isolated in the coming days."
He is encouraging anyone who needs support to pick up the phone to him and other public representatives, and to phone the Samaritans on 116 123.
"This is very raw at the moment and people are still coming to terms with the news, so we need to lean on each other for support, and let the Gardai carry out their investigation," the Cllr added.
"My sympathies are with the wider family and all of the neighbours who knew this family, this is undoubtedly a very difficult time," the Mayor said.


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Bill Hennessey Joins NexLiving Communities Board of DirectorsOctober 19 2021
HALIFAX, NS, Oct. 19, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - NexLiving Communities Inc. (TSXV: NXLV) ("NexLiving" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Bill Hennessey to its Board of Directors. Mr. Hennessey brings his deep knowledge of the Atlantic real estate market, and expertise in secondary markets, through his position as Managing Director for Colliers' and as a member of Colliers National multi-family team. He has a strong track record as a real estate entrepreneur, owner and operator having recently launched an exciting 150-unit luxury condo, rental and boutique hotel concept in downtown Moncton. Mr. Hennessey has been recognized as Atlantic Canada's Top 50 CEOs for the past 3 years for his leadership, community involvement and business growth. He is a board member for the Greater Moncton Chamber of Commerce and an active member on philanthropic boards, including the Crossroads for Women Capital Campaign, Donor Relations - Friends of the Moncton Hospital and the Keep the Kay Arena campaign.
The Chairman of NexLiving, Rick Turner commented "We are delighted to have Mr. Hennessey join our Board at an exciting time for our company. Population growth in Moncton has caused an increase in demand for apartments, which is now reflected in the low vacancy rates and high rent growth in the region. The company is positioned to grow its portfolio and Bill's deep ties and operating experience in New Brunswick will be instrumental to the success of our next leg of growth."
Mr. Hennessey's appointment to NexLiving's Board of Directors is subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval.
About the Company
NexLiving continues to execute its plans to acquire recently built or refurbished, highly leased multi-residential properties in bedroom communities across Canada. The Company aims to satisfy the needs of the newly emerging 55+ resident. The demographic that has changed the world is now changing the way residential rental apartments cater to their requirements. Their desire for community, along with service, quality and convenience has led to the emergence of the 55+ active living segment. Apartments are their next "home", after years of owning they look forward to the carefree lifestyle provided through renting in a community of their peers. NexLiving intends to consolidate this emerging market niche. The Company currently owns 549 units in New Brunswick and Ontario. NexLiving has also developed a robust pipeline of qualified properties for potential acquisition. By screening the properties identified to match the criteria set out by the Company (proximity to healthcare, amenities, services and recreation), management has assembled a significant pipeline of potential acquisitions for consideration by the Company's Board of Directors.
Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains forward-looking statements relating to the future operations of NexLiving and other statements that are not historical facts. Forward-looking statements are often identified by terms such as "will", "may", "should", "anticipate", "expects" and similar expressions. All statements other than statements of historical fact, included in this release, including, without limitation, statements regarding the future plans and objectives of NexLiving Communities Inc., are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from NexLiving Communities Inc.'s expectations include other risks detailed from time to time in the filings made by NexLIving Communities Inc. with securities regulators.
The reader is cautioned that assumptions used in the preparation of any forward-looking information may prove to be incorrect. Events or circumstances may cause actual results to differ materially from those predicted, as a result of numerous known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of NexLiving Communities Inc. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking information. Such information, although considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect and actual results may differ materially from those anticipated. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release and NexLiving Communities Inc. will only update or revise publicly the included forward-looking statements as expressly required by Canadian securities law.
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.
For further information:
Michael Anaka
Chief Executive Officer
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Learning rummy is as easy as the game itself. One important aspect about rummy that perhaps no other card game can beat is its simple game rules. You don�t need exceptional knowledge or be good at number crunching; anyone who understands numbers and their order can learn on how to play the rummy game easily. However, with regular practice and an ever-growing interest, you can master rummy easily in no time.
There are many resources available for you to learn rummy rules. Here, we have classified those into two main categories � Online resources and Offline resources.
Online resources
Today, the internet is the primary source providing an inexhaustive amount of digital resources related to rummy.
- Websites and blogs
There are several websites providing information on rummy that you would like to know. From how to play, the variants of rummy, the Indian rummy rules, to tips and tricks � you can find it all. Also, every rummy site has a �Tutorial� section giving information right from the basics of the game to how to be a pro.� Blogs are an easy source of information too. With frequent blogs posts available on varied tops related to rummy, you will be definitely able to pick up the game in no time.
- Rummy videos
When you begin your journey of playing rummy, start with learning the basics with these online rummy videos that cover a vast range of topics about the game. Especially, the online rummy format which is faster than the conventional rummy, it is advised to browse through these videos in order to pick up the nuances of the game. There are demo videos too available on rummy sites to help to understand rummy rules better.
- Rummy community
Social media plays a crucial role in our lives today. As a result, there are several rummy communities on social media providing a platform for rummy enthusiasts to share information about the game and their passion for the game too.
Offline resources
These are the conventional means for information on rummy. They are none other than people who play rummy! Despite the advent of online rummy, offline resources still hold relevance when it comes to mastering the intricacies of the games. Some of the important offline resources are as below.
- Rummy experts
Since rummy is a popular game, there are several clubs and groups that you may find in your locality where rummy games are held regularly. Frequent those places and interact with rummy experts. Their insights about the game, take on situations, and tried and tested workarounds will enrich your knowledge about the game but open new horizons of learning. Nothing better than knowing from the horse�s mouth!
- Family and friends
Perhaps your uncles, aunties, friends or someone in your neighbourhood could prove to be a treasure-trove of information on rummy. As rummy is synonymous with celebrations in India at weddings, festivals, parties, and get-togethers, it has become a part of our social fabric. Hence, it wouldn't be a surprise to find resourceful persons within your close circle.
Resources are all around you. It�s time you make the most of them and mark the beginning of an interesting journey with rummy.


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The following is a guest essay by Tom Konrad, a financial analyst specializing in renewable energy and energy efficiency companies, a freelance writer, and a contributor to AltEnergyStocks.com.
One of the most common arguments against incentives to help people buy solar panels for their homes is that they are a subsidy for the rich, paid for by everyone. The argument is that only the rich can buy a photovoltaic system, which, even with subsidies, costs thousands of dollars. Why should everyone chip in to help rich people buy new toys?
On the surface, this argument is persuasive. Why should everyone pay if only the rich get the benefit?
Basic fairness dictates that society should only subsidize activities which create societal (rather than individual) benefit. On closer examination, however, we see that the bulk of the benefit for solar goes to society rather than the homeowner/installer.
Let's look at the benefits of a photovoltaic system. Numbers are for a 4-kW system, installed for $8 per peak watt with the rebates currently available in to me in Colorado, plus the federal tax credit.
The owner gets …
- Electricity for free. (This amounts to approximately 7,000 kWh/year, worth $630 annually at current prices, but rising in value with inflation. Production is subject to 1 percent per year annual degradation.)
- Cost of $12,000 after rebate and tax credit.
- An increase in property value, depending on the market. I'll assume half the net cost of the system — I've seen estimates as high as the full cost of the system (from solar installers) and as low as zero or even negative for unsightly installations. So I'll say this is worth about $6,000, but only if the home is sold.
- Maintenance costs, which I'll assume to be 0.5 percent per year of the installation cost after the first year. (At the very least, the inverter needs to be replaced after 10 to 15 years, and the panels need to be kept clean.)
- A positive net cash flow, assuming no maintenance. If the homeowner sells the home in 10 years, electricity prices go up 10 percent per year, and the cost of funds is 7 percent, then the present value of the panels is $8,457, which includes the present value of the $6,000 property value increase. Many people do this calculation assuming no maintenance. I consider that unrealistic, but for the sake of argument, the net present value of these cash flows would be $9,431 if there were no maintenance costs.
- The feel-good factor and bragging rights. For the homeowner to break even on the deal, these bragging rights and feel-good factor would have to be worth over $3,500.
Society gets …
- Lower peak electricity demand, allowing delayed construction of new power plants. Solar typically produces well on sunny summer days, which is precisely when the power is needed most to run air conditioning.
- Reduced need to build new transmission and distribution.
- Local industry and job growth, because the money is spent locally. The value of this will depend on how much of the system is manufactured locally, but installation (about 50 percent of the cost) is almost certain to be local.
- Advances in PV manufacture, lowering future prices for everyone else.
- Less water use in power generation. Natural gas-fired generation uses up to 180 gal/MWh of generation, with coal generation using 300 to 500 gal/MWh, and nuclear using between 400 and 720 gal/MWh, according to EPRI [PDF]. Using 400 gal/MWh, our sample system will save 2,600 gallons of water per year (assuming 200 gallons are used for cleaning).
- Lower emissions of global warming pollution — about 4.2 tons of CO2 per year, worth about $2,000 with prices at $20/ton, a 10 percent annual price inflation, and a 7 percent discount rate for the life of the system.
- Lower conventional pollution, including reduced SOx, NOx, mercury, and particulates.
- Lower fossil fuel prices due to lower demand for electricity generation (a tiny incremental change, but spread over everyone's fuel purchases). I estimate this to be approximately one-third of the saved fuel costs, as it was for the New York Energy $mart Program, or a present value of $2,100 over the system life, using the same assumptions as above, except that society retains the benefits so long as the system is producing.
- A household becoming more aware of how they use energy.
- A bill for $20,000.
The calculations for the net benefit to society are much more difficult than the net benefit to the system owner. But as you can see, the system owner is not getting a bargain.
The question for society is not "Is the system owner living it up at our expense?" Paying $3,500 for bragging rights and feel-good factor seems far from a bargain to me (but then I like bragging about how much money I save, not how much I spend). The question we need to ask ourselves regarding these sorts of subsidies is, are we getting $20,000 worth of value for our part of the bargain?
Solar consciousness-raising
The $20,000 cost is spread over large numbers of people, as are the benefits. I used to think that the $20,000 price tag for society wasn't worth it. While all the factors listed are worth something, I found it hard to believe that they were worth $20,000, especially if that $20,000 could have been used to subsidize energy efficiency measures which could easily save 10 times as much energy as the PV system, and hence produce 10 times the environmental benefit.
That was before I understood the implications of Societal Benefit No. 9: a greater awareness of energy. Unfortunately, most energy efficiency measures lack the visceral impact to get people excited about energy (although real-time, indoor smart meters have the potential to do so.) I personally became interested in energy when my stepfather installed a (subsidized) solar hot water system on our house in the early '80s. Now my job is advancing the cause of clean energy by increasing the knowledge of investors.
With cost-effective energy efficiency measures, a subsidy can easily be justified based on societal benefits. For solar PV, environmental and economic benefits may or may not be sufficient justification. But people who generate their own electricity become much more aware of how they use it. Awareness of how we use energy is the first step to using (and helping others to use) energy wisely. Better yet, the rich are more influential than the poor in our political process, which means that raising the awareness of the rich can have a multiplier effect through political impact.
Photovoltaics may not yet be a great investment for homeowners, but homeowners' awareness of how they use energy is a great investment for the rest of us.


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I am Lucrezia Conti one of the Founders of OLLA, today I want you to know more about the clays we use, so let's start immediately ......
The first thing you need to know about OLLA is that it is composed of a special mix of "faïence", the name derives from the city of Faenza, which for centuries was one of the major European producers.
The choice of this clay is characterized by its excellent heat capacity, the qualitative heating of tobacco, the duration and intensity of the smoke and the absence of burns on the walls.
OLLA craftsmen work and decorate the clay since they were children, their artistic potential is unsurpassed, they have been influenced by the various artistic styles developed in the most famous ceramic cities in Italy.
We are very proud of the OLLA artisans, together with them, we are aiming to revolutionize the bowls world market, with a product that is the essence of history, art and made in Italy.
If you are curious to know more about how we decorate the OLLA Bowls by hand,
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CEO e Founder
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Dirty Facts About Modern Digital Technology Revealed
three-dimensional movies have existed greater than the current 2000's, though the latest wave that commenced in '08 observed the set up of utterly new projection screens in numerous theatres. We're additionally now finding equivalent technological enhancements inside TV production. A variety of tv producers are establishing products having three-dimensional functions to make sure this type of videos could be witnessed in the convenience of 1's dwelling.
Lots of the world's most urgent social problems are international issues that decision for collaboration and cooperation. Climate change, meals security, public well being (e.g., AIDS/HIV, malaria and tuberculosis) and sustainability are only a few of the worldwide issues that require international collaboration and options.
Now that is innovation! What do your brothers/sisters do?
To the ancients, this was a mere novelty, but at the moment, that is fundamental science. To explain it crudely, pulleys distribute weight via different segments of rope to make lifting heavy objects easier. For instance one has a large object he wishes to raise. He reaches down and attempts to raise it with his own power, but he can not do it. To make this simpler, he attaches a pulley to the massive load. Then he attaches a rope to the ceiling and pulls that rope via the pulley. Next, he lifts up on the rope, and eventually lifts the object. One can do this because the rope on the ceiling supplies half of the power wanted to carry the item whereas one applies the opposite half.
Once you have every little thing in place, step back and take a hard take a look at what you've got created, probably getting another opinions. Resolve whether it conveys the correct message and if it wants any enhancing. Does it have the right colours and do all of them blend effectively with each other? Does any merchandise stand out from the remainder? In that case, is that a good or dangerous factor?
The change is based on three distinct foundations:
In the world of digital technology doesn't necessarily imply that if the gadget is small then the features supplied in the device is less. In truth even the smallest machine that's available out there for digital pictures comes outfitted with all of the features and advanced technology which you can ask for.
In the last few of years, Bollywood has churned out some really refreshing films. Refreshing and fascinating primarily as a result of in every of them, the character of the feminine protagonist has been miles away from the teary-eyed or babe-in-the-woods type of stereotypical portrayals. A handful of films is probably not proof of the fact that stereotypical portrayal of girls has changed by leaps and bounds, however no less than a definitive begin has been made.
From the venue to the religious traditions of the bride and groom, Jewish weddings stand out for wedding photographers grandly. Memory playing cards come in numerous sizes and the bigger the card the more data (photos and movies on this instance) the card can retailer. Multimedia Show


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Royal Blood 'Typhoons' : Bringing a Glitterball to the Mosh Pit
Royal Blood's highly anticipated third album Typhoons was released on the 30th April and well … wow. It's been a long 4 years since the duo's sophomore record How Did We Get So Dark and soared to the top of the UK's album charts, cementing Royal Blood's status among the best artists that Britain has to offer. The Brighton band are living proof that Rock and Roll is simply not dead and anyone who tells you otherwise is a bare-faced liar. The album brilliantly built on the sound that the band created with their self-titled debut and even peaked at 25 in the US Billboard 200 in 2017.
So, fast-forward to 2020. The world is an immeasurably different place. COVID-19 has placed an unbelievable amount of pressure and stress on societies and cultures around the world. Music has been a welcome distraction for people across the globe. So, when Royal Blood released Trouble's Coming in September, it was a very welcome surprise for fans across the UK. Suitably Trouble's Coming opens the album with a bang. It sets the tone for the whole album is the perfect track to kick off this new era for the band. It is unmistakably Royal Blood, however, it's clear from the offset that an evolution has taken place on the South coast, the sound has changed just like the world it is being released into. The boys have added a shimmer to their jet-black palette, which is much needed when seeing that the lyrics are very self-reflective and personal for lead singer Mike Kerr.
Following hot on the heels of Trouble's Coming come a plethora of disco-meets-desert-rock tunes that are bound to get you bopping along, I know I couldn't stop myself. The first of the unreleased tracks, Oblivion is possibly my favourite track on the whole album. It's heavy but its upbeat, with Kerr offering hazey delivery on deeply personal lyrics like 'can't live like this forever, running out of lifelines'. It's a dichotomy between light and dark musically, it opens with light keys and guitars and backing vocals throughout, contrasted with Kerr's dark delivery and the quintessentially punchy bass and drums. Typhoons was the second single from the album and continues the funkiness of the first two tracks while continuing the dark lyrical theme, here exploring Kerr's experience with the excesses of life on the road in a rock band.
Who Needs Friends slows things down a bit as Kerr rails against the 'cheap skates' and 'leeches' he's met on the road, on top of a steady, grungy backing track. Million and One immediately reminds me of the opening to The Who's classic Baba O'Riley and shows just how much Royal Blood are willing to wear their influences on their sleeves. However, even when they do that, they put their own stamp on it definitively. This track is much more hopeful than its predecessors as Kerr sings about a lifesaver, someone who he could not do without and it is really touching. Then we reach the epic Limbo, you can read a more in depth look at this beauty of a track on the Darkus website, for now I'll say it was my favourite of the singles and it remains one of my favourite Royal Blood tracks in general.
Either You Want It is a bit of a departure from Royal Blood's sound, which is welcome at this point of the album. It feels the most purely pop track on the album and precedes probably the most rock song on the LP, Boilermaker. This was the final single released before the album, however it has been a fan favourite for much longer, having debuted on the band's most recent tour, and it's easy to see why. The track is produced by Josh Homme and it possesses that Queens of the Stone Age swagger and an infectious danceable energy injected from the duo's performances, the more I listen to this, the closer it gets to being my favourite. It is the epitome of bringing a glitterball to a mosh pit.
The danceability continues on into Mad Visions with its funky riff and driving drum-beat as Kerr sings 'It feels so good to be letting go. Hold On kicks in immediately after and is about, well, holding on really. Kerr croons 'life is hard when you're losing, nothing easy is worth doing' as he urges himself or the listener to keep going no matter what, encouraging them not to give up or let go because 'you don't know what you've got til it's gone'. The biggest departure for Royal Blood's sound on this album has to be the LP's closing track All We Have Is Now, a surprisingly beautiful piano ballad. It's a true breath of fresh air and it feels like Royal Blood truly finding themselves on this album, leaving the listener with an absolute certainty that this duo knows what they're doing and where they're going.
Typhoons is such a departure for Royal Blood that you'd be forgiven for thinking that it could fall on its face. However, not only does it not do that, but it also actually transcends the band's previous two albums in terms of a complete body of work. It cements the band's status as one of the best in the UK and it shows that they are not just a one trick pony. The album shows just what can be achieved when a band as talented as this are willing and confident to try new things. Royal Blood have finally come out of the black as they promised back in 2014, injected a bit of light and colour, and if this is what the end product is, then I'm all for it. I've said it before, and I'll say it again; Thank the lord for Royal Blood.
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Welcome to the August New Release Giveaway Hop! Which, incidentally, I host now.
And now, the books!
Now that we've hit August, things are picking up again!
Flame in the Mist! Ugh.
One book I was disapponted of so far this year is A Court of Mist and Fury. I had such a hard time to get into the book, the only good thing about it was the end. Happy ending 🙂 I started the book in may and finished it a few days ago, cause I had to put it down as I was struggling with it.
Crossing my fingers for this giveaway 🙂
The book that I've been the most disappointed in is What Alice Knew by T.A. Cotterell. It was supposed to be a psychological thriller but was really slow and dreary. Thank you for the giveaway hop.
Thanks for the giveaway, Shannon! I was disappointed by Strange the Dreamer and The Tiger's Daughter. 🙁
Deathless by Anne Malcom aftre the first book I expected more from it.
"So last month I asked what your favorite book of the year so far was. This month, tell me the book that was the biggest letdown so far!" I have not had any letdowns! I have been very fortunate!
I was very hyped about The Love Interest and ended up so disappointed! This book had the potential to be great but it just didn't live up to my expectations
I was so disappointed in The Roanoke Girls. It was promoted as a thriller, and I thought maybe it would have a supernatural element to it. It was so boring and just about a "family secret" that you found out about 50 pages in but no one said it until the end of the novel. It was super frustrating.
Ohh look at all these pretty new releases!! I am excited for so many of them!
The biggest disappointment of this year was probably either Glass Sword or The Star-touched Queen. I was so hyped for both of them, but they were just… meh.
I think my biggest disappointment was The Dead Girls Society by Michelle Krys. It had been a book I was looking forward to for quite some time and it turned out to just me ok :/
I was a bit disappointed with King's Cage — it was way too long and should have been the end of the series.
My biggest let down so far is Secret of Souls.
I didn't have any big letdown for this month. Though I'd love to read Zero Repeat, Forever very much! Thank you for the giveaway!
Biggest letdown… Wait, I'm sure I had one. Oh yes! The sequel to Wool – Shift. It wasn't JUST a bad book. It was a bad book, that's a sequel to a genius book. Ouch!
Palmer by M. Sembera. It's not horrible, but it wasn't what I was expecting.
It's difficult to say which book was the biggest letdown of the year. There were several. ProbablyILL WILL by Dan Chaon was the worst.
I was really disappointed by Violet Grenade by Victoria Scott. I really enjoyed her other books but that one let me down. Thank you for the giveaway.
Either Queens of Geek by Jen Wilde or Little & Lion by Brandy Colbert. The first one I didn't love the writing style. The second one I disliked the characters and how they handled the events that occurred.
I've been lucky with my reading. No let down.
Either Ronit & Jamil or The Blazing Star. Both I had high expectations because they sounded so good and their covers were very lovely. Sadly I didn't like either as much as I thought I would. 🙁
VINYL ME, PLEASE just wasn't what I'd hoped…
Labyrinth Lost. It was a mess for me.
My most disappointing read this year was Hero by Samantha Young. It was so popular when it came out, but I really hated the characters. The writing wasn't bad–I would have probably enjoyed myself had the main characters not been the MCs.
I've been really lucky as everything I've read has been good!
Biggest letdown of the year: Up In Flames by Abbi Glines. I was all set for a bittersweet ending to a long series and what I got instead was a crappy pile of drivel. Total letdown.
Spindle by Shonna Slayton.
I guess I would say Wayfarer. I adored Passenger, and the biggest draw for me, was the interactions between Nicholas and Ella. They spent most of Wayfarer apart, and I missed them together. It wasn't bad, just not as impactful as the first book.
I seriously discover so many new books through these posts. I kind of want to sell my soul for The Hearts We Sold. To answer your question, I had to look through my Goodreads shelf (terrible memory lol!). I was really disappointed with All the Bright Places. It's such a loved book and I just didn't get the hype. I was also disappointed by Freeks by Amanda Hocking, which was one of my most anticipated. It was a huge letdown.
I have not read that many books this year, so far, due to various reasons. I really haven't found any that I was really disappointed it. I hope it stays that way~~
I dont really have any ideas about it though. 🙁
No letdowns so far this year!
The Marsh King's Daughter. I thought I was going to love this and I didn't.
Do Not Become Alarmed by Maile Meloy. From the title and description the book sounds exciting but unfortunately it's anything but. I thought it was extremely boring, written in a very old-fashioned style with an implausible storyline and stereotypical characters. It certainly didn't have me turning pages – can't recommend it at all.
It's a tie between The Wild Wood and The Water Wars- both very juvenile YA with more plot holes than a James Bond movie and characters flatter than Kansas.
Well, it wasn't a huge letdown, but I wanted to know more about the ending in Blight.
So far there hasn't been a book that has been terrible, I've read book that have been alright lately.
I think my biggest let down has been either Carve the Mark by Veronica Roth which I DNFd or The Flame in the Mist by Renee Ahdieh
I, thankfully, haven't had any let downs so far this year. I've really enjoyed the books I have been reading so far! 😀
I haven't really been let down by any of the books I have read so far…
I just finished I Hate Everyone But You, which comes out later this year, and it was a big letdown.
I'd say Carve the Mark. Not as wonderful as Divergent
The Geography of You and Me by Jennifer E Smith. I just can't finish it no matter how hard I try. Probably just me losing interest in reading YA romance novels. I thought I would like it or at least finish the book but I just can't not put it down.
I have not had any letdowns so far this year.
Most disappointing read this year has been Bounty by Kristen Ashley. Too much underlying misogyny 🙁
Empire of Storms
Not published this year, but read this year: Conversion. Eesh.
My favorite book was Refugee by Alan Gratz.
Not sure if I have a letdown lately…
I don't get much time for reading but my Mum reads a lot. If I find a book boring , it won't last long! I need to be drawn in pretty early on (same with watching a film)
The biggest letdown was a Judith McNaught book, the 1st one she wrote(I'm reading her backlist)
Oh I have not had a let down for awhile now…I cannot even remember the last one. I love to read reviews…always helps pick a good one!
I haven't had any let downs so far this year.
The Love Interest because after 2 months of reading I still haven't half finished it
I haven't really read anything that I've been disappointed in lately but my biggest disappointment of all time is Outlander. Could not get past page 62.
It was probably Abbie Roads Face the Darkness, but that's probably because it turned out to be a much more personally violent book than I expected, and that's really not my cup of tea.
Little Monsters by Kara Thomas and Unearthly Things by Michelle Gagnon. I didn't not like them, they just weren't as FANTASTIC as I was hoping.
Lucky for me, I haven't had a let down book. The kind book bloggers warn me off the bad ones.
I haven't really read one that's let me down yet — so far I've read only books I've liked
legend reborn by eva chase
I don't believe I've been let down by any books this year so far. Fingers crossed the rest of the year is the same.
My biggest disappointment was The Jewel by Amy Ewing. Too much like The Handmaid's Tale (which I enjoyed) but watered down and dressed up
I was disappointed by The Executioner's Daughter. It is a very heavy read and found myself falling asleep at all times of the day trying to read it. I'm normally accidentally staying up too late trying to read. Lol!
My biggest letdown was Passenger and Wayfarer by Alexandra Bracken. I was expecting so much more, but I got bored through most of both! I still had hope, though, so that was why I picked up the second book. Not. Fun.


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CSS Transition Auto HeightPage Speed Checklist
CSS Transition With A Little Help From jQuery
Enable a real CSS
transition to and from
height:auto by filling in the natural height of the element during the transition with a bit of jQuery.
There are any number of potential use cases for a transition to and from
height:auto, for example a simple expanding/collapsing menu:
Along with using CSS to animate the transition, one of the benefits of this technique is that the HTML and CSS are exactly as they would be if a native CSS transition to/from
height:auto was supported. A bit of jQuery simply fills in the element's natural height during the transition.
The HTML
The exact configuration can be adjusted as needed, but most cases will include the content element to be transitioned and a clickable element, like a button, to trigger the CSS transition to
For example the expanding/collapsing menu from above:
The CSS
The open and closed states, including
height values and
transition options are managed entirely in CSS - arguably as they should be - and applied with an
.open class.
The clickable toggle element and the expanding element can be otherwise styled as desired, but the basic functionality includes the open and closed states and
transition values:
Each CSS declaration in more detail:
visibility:hidden- Keeps visually-hidden content hidden from screen readers and keyboard navigation - an important accessibility feature.
height:0- Sets the initial value - presumably zero, but adjustable as needed.
overflow:hidden- Keeps content from appearing outside the expanding element during the CSS transition.
transition- Sets the desired animation options. The
visibilitydelay and duration of the
heighttransition should be the same.
transition-delay- Removes the
visibilitydelay for the transition from the closed state to open.
The jQuery
With the open and closed states managed in CSS, JavaScript/jQuery adds and removes the
.open class(es) on click:
The HTML, CSS and jQuery we have so far expands and collapses, but the CSS
height property doesn't natively transition to the
auto value so the transition to and from the
.open state is instantaneous, rather than with the desired animated CSS transition.
A Little Razzle Dazzle
Fortunately, a little jQuery with the
transitionend event and the
.scrollHeight property can make up the difference.
Open, close and combined functions form a reusable mini-plugin:
Updated Click Function
With the special jQuery height-based open/close plugin from above in place, there's one last step. The snippet to add/remove the
.open class on click can now be updated to use the
heightopenclose function:
And that's it. One small snippet of jQuery effectively enables CSS transitions to and from
height:auto for any number of use cases.
Here it is in action with a simple expanding/collapsing menu:
Although not an issue for absolutely-positioned elements, animated or not, expanding/collapsing or other potential layout shifts should be used sparingly to avoid the performance impact of content reflow.
More Helpful JavaScript
Transitioning to and from
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Lazy Loading Images
Images are often the largest resources on the page, so lazy loading is a valuable strategy to drastically reduce initial-load page weight:Lazy Load Images
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Lough Gur 6000 years of History
History and Facts
The area of Lough Gur in County Limerick has some fascinating history, the area is significant in terms of Irish history. Lough Gur is one of Ireland's most unique sites. Archaeological evidence has been found that humans have lived in the area dating back to the Neolithic period. The lake and area around Lough Gur is steeped in history.
The lake used to be surrounded by early human settlement type houses dating back to the Neolithic period. The people that lived at Lough Gur are described as Ireland's first farmers. These people endured hard work to clear out large areas to start cultivation of crops.
Neolithic settlements were discovered at Lough Gur, these settlements formed a small village and the area was excavated by archaeologists. The houses faced the south-facing area of Knockadoon peninsula that is close to the lake at Lough Gur.
There were circular shaped and rectangular shaped houses discovered. The houses were built around five to six thousand years ago, the building work involved inserting wooden posts into the grounds in double rows. The posts helped to support a hipped design roof and side screens were made up from woven hazel timber rods.
The screens were then packed with a mixture of straw and clay and left to dry. These screens formed panels that were draft-proof and water-proof. The houses may have been packed with straw or earth sods to insulate them. These houses show the early type designs that were lived in by Ireland earliest known occupiers.
Evidence of humans living in the area for 6000 years is truly amazing, there have been a large number of objects found in the area including axes, flints and spearheads. The lake was drained at Lough Gur and this uncovered some very interesting objects, an old Yetholm type design shield was found.
If you are interested in some cool stuff to do in Limerick see my 2 days in Limerick blog post.
Getting There
Travelling to Lough Gur from Limerick takes around 25 to 30 minutes, you travel along the R521 to Lough Gur, from Limerick the distance is around 19.7 kilometres. Travel time from Dublin to Lough Gur is around 2 hours and 45 minutes depending on traffic with a distance of around 210 kilometres.
Stone Circle
There is a stone circle in the area in Grange County Limerick that has been found to be the biggest in Ireland. The stone circle has a ring of continuous standing large stones that are up to 2.8 metres high. There is 113 standing stone in total in the enclosure.
Clay was packed to a depth of about 60 centimetres across the whole part of the enclosure of the stone circle. The area is located in County Limerick between Bruff and Grange on the R512. The stone circle is around 46 metres in diameter. The stones are covered in moss and are heavily weathered.
The stone circle has been assessed by a number of experts, theses experts have investigated the history of the area and stone circle and checked for solar alignments. The stone circle is popular with hippies, and spiritualists. There are events on the site, at midsummer's eve groups assemble at the stone circle to watch sunrise shine through the passageway.
The area was excavated, neolithic beaker pottery was discovered, and a posthole in the centre of the stone circle was discovered. This posthole indicates that the stone circle was measured with a rope from the centre point.
A short distance to the northeast of the main stone circle, there is a second smaller circle, consisting of large stones and to the north of this stone circle, there is a large leaning standing stone.
The Shield
The shield discovered in Lough Gur is a Yetholm-type design shield, this shield dates back to 1200 to 800 BC. The shield was found by two local lads Nicholas and Charles Hayed and sold for two pounds. The two boys found the shield while digging.
The shield was later sold by a historian Maurice Lenihan for sixty pounds. The original shield is on display in Ireland's capital city Dublin in the National Gallery.
There is a full-size replica of the shield on display in the visitor centre, it's a beautiful example of an old shield. This replica was created in a Kilkenny design centre over 30 years ago.
The beautiful Yetholm-type shields come from Ireland and the UK. The name comes from an area in Southern Scotland where three of the shields were discovered in peat bogland. There are only 22 of these shields are known to exist.
Visitor Centre
There are a number of options when visiting the visitor centre, guided tours can be booked for groups, you can book a ticket for a range of tour opinions online on the Lough Gur website. The centre was built and opened in 1981.
The Lough Gur website has lots of useful information, there is a built-in online store which is a great feature. You can purchase some Lough Gur calendars and books.
Opening times
Monday to Friday Daily 10.00 am to 4.00 pm
Saturday and Sundays 12.00 pm to 4.00 pm
Bank Holidays – 12.00 pm to 4pm
April to October
Monday to Friday Daily 10.00 am to 6.00 pm
Saturday and Sunday 12.00 pm to 6.00 pm
All Bank Holidays 12.00 pm to 6.00pm
Ticket prices
Tickets for enter into the exhibition
Children €3.00 euros
Adults €5.00 euros
Family Tickets €15.00 euros
Seniors or students €4.00 euros
The visitor centre has a beautiful example of one of the buildings that were originally in the area, there is a circular shaped building and rectangle-shaped building on display in Lough Gur.
The visitor centre is well designed and very well laid out, with lots of interesting information about archaeology and folklore from the area.
There is lots of information on history in the centre. There are some reproductions of the fantastic artefacts that were discovered in the area on display and some really cool interactive display panels. The visitor centre has something for all age groups, it's an important informational point that helps explain the complexity of the archaeology and history and facts of Lough Gur.
There is a looped walk that travels along some of the archaeological sites of the whole area. This walk is a great way to see some of the interesting spectacles of buildings and field type systems that the early medieval settlers used in Lough Gur. The area has some beautiful viewpoints, it's a great spot for some nice photos.
The Lake at Lough Gur
The lake is a shallow lake at around 3.5 metres at the deepest part of the lake. There are some underground springs surrounding one of Ireland's most important sites. The lake sometimes has boats and motorised crafts on the waters. There is strictly no fishing in the lake at Lough Gur.
Located next to the Lake area is an old castle, this castle is closed to visitors. The Bourchier castle is named after George Bourchier who was the son of the Earl of Bath. There is an early Christian church in the area of Lough Gur.
Located at the far end of the lake area is an old Norman castle that is in a ruined condition, the castle is called Black Castle. This castle has links to the Earl of Desmond.
Local Attractions Close to Lough Gur
Glenstal Abbey
Glenstal Abbey is located around a 30-minute drive from Lough Gur and around 25.2 kilometres away. The abbey in Glenstal is a Benedictine monastery and is set on a large 500-acre land bank.
The estate has lakes, woodland areas and some beautiful streams. The castle is a Norman style. The monks that live there run a boarding school, a guest house and a farm. It's a nice place to visit and has some interesting stuff to see.
Medieval Kilmallock
Medieval Kilmallock is located a short drive from Lough Gur. The town is around a 20-minute drive from the visitor centre at Lough Gur.
Kilmallock was a Norman town and was an important area for Irish politics during the 13th century and up until the 1700s. The area is steeped in history and has many beautiful architectural buildings and some national monuments.
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General Mills and regenerative ag
Regenerative agriculture can be practiced by organic and non-organic farmers alike, rendering the approach accessible to all types of farmers regardless of their starting point. General Mills frames its understanding of regenerative agriculture around five key principles championed by scientists and pioneering farmers like Gabe Brown: minimize soil disturbance, maximize diversity, keep the soil covered, keep a living root in the ground year-round and integrate livestock.
I'm surprised and encouraged to see a General Mills exec promoting regnerative agriculture, and her definition of the essential practices are reasonably good if not complete, in my view.


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Faros Hotel
Stalos, Crete
Switch Design Agency
Linear Park
The renovation of Faros Hotel in Stalos, Crete, opted for a new image and a new concept of hospitality in a small hotel complex that was constructed gradually during the 80's in three buildings, whose connection was the goal of the design proposal, through the insertion of recreational programs in the surrounding in-between space, the organization and the signage of the circulation and the room typologies, as well as the conception of a new local identity for the rooms, which until then, functioned as standard rooms to let. The purification, the highlighting and the signage of the three distinct volumes was achieved through the rejection of the typical morphological decorative elements of the 80s and through the use of 3 different earthly colors, one for each volume, that refer to the materiality of the landscape and define three different hospitality scenarios. The intervention at the interior spaces was based upon the scenarios' flexibility, regarding the hosting potentiality, with the design of new furniture in simple lines and double functions. Ceramic materials and traditional fabrics were chosen to reflect the character of the locus in a more contemporary design approach.
Design Team:
Agapi Proimou, Panayotis Malefakis, Mary Palmoutsou
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plastikcam.com Lomo Belair X 6-12
The Lomo Belair X 6-12 is a strut-folding 120 film camera, 3 formats: 6x6, 6x9 and 6x12, released in 2012 by Lomographische AG, Vienna. It's a toy or fun camera, all plastic, even the lenses. There is an instant film back available, it takes Fuji Instax Wide film,
shown here
. The camera design resembles to early Polaroid J66 cameras with their struts and their "electric eye". It's not a cheap camera, but it has reasonable prices second hand.
Lomo Belair X 6-12
is a recent model of a 120 film camera. It has 2 basic finders with format index, 4-zone focus, an electronic shutter system and 2 Lomo plastic lenses.
Size (mm): 180 x 84 x 49 body only, 180 x 108 x 68 folded, finder and lens attached
Weight: 400 g, 450 g
Lens: LOMO Plastic 8/58, 8/90, closest focus 1 m
Shutter: electronic, B >1 - 1/125, F 8 or 16
Finder: 2 simple finders, 1 for each lens
Film advance: red window
Here are some photos of the camera. There is a short introduction to the use of it and how it feels at the bottom of the page.
Camera front, folded. No lens attached. Left: shutter lever. To the right of the lens opening: photo cell.
Seen from the back. 2 red windows, slider for choice, one stays open.
Front, wide lens and finder attached.
Seen from the bottom.
Camera unfolding button, tripod socket
. Far left and right: camera back unlock.
Seen from above. Hot shoe, Finder attached (and lens), film winding device.
Camera extended. Lens board: battery compartment on the left side (2x LR44). Aperture and distance setting at the front of the lens.
Left side. Shutter lever.
Right side.
Film speed setting dial and B mode setting at the back of the lens board.
Camera open, film chamber and back detached, with 6x12 frame installed.
Detail of film chamber. I put some foam the prevent film slackening, as there are no springs. If you have "fat rolls", i.e. rolls that are not wound tightly, you can put some foam into the other film compartment as well. Have it well glued, if not, it detaches and will be wound into the film roll and ruin it.
Roll film equipment. 3 format masks, 6x6, 6x9 and 6x12.
If you never had a Lomography camera, this one might be too expensive for a start. Get yourself a simple one like the Diana, maybe second hand, and have a test, whether you can live with this kind of basic plastic camera. Lomography is more a state of mind, there is also some hype about it. Seen the quality, you may find them expensive; on the other hand people buy I-Phones although you can easily find out how much the production costs have been. Lomography still believes in film and they make new products, like this Belair.There is a price for this, just take it or leave it. It's capability to take 6x12 photographs is quite unique. If you want to buy a solid camera for this format, it's 10 times the price of the Belair.
The Lomo Belair can do 3 different formats. You have to make your decision before putting the film roll and to clip the according mask into the camera. The 58mm lens gives you the equivalent of 21mm (that's really wide!) on 6x12, 26mm on 6x9 and 35mm on 6x6. The 90mm lens gives 32mm on 6x12, 40mm on 6x9 and 52mm on 6x6. The lenses are simple all plastic and only do F8 or F16, which isn't very bright and neither a wide range. So high sensitive film is a better choice. Focusing has 4 zones, no intermediates; it's 1m, 1,50m, 3m and ∞. At F8 with the 90mm lens there are gaps, areas out of focus, e.g. between 4m (3m setting) and 6m (∞ setting). At F16 zones just overlap. The 58mm just overlaps at F8 and has wide margins at F16. If you keep this in mind, you can adapt your picture composition and have nice effects.
Handling a
Lomo Belair X 6-12
is a bit different, but easy once you are used to it, the rest is quite like other folding cameras. Loading film is fine. Open the camera back and put the film roll into place, the pegs are on bendable plastic, so don't force. Same procedure for the take-up spool. Insert the film paper backing into the spool and advance it using the advance device until it's firmly engaged. Close the camera back. Advance the film via the device, until the appropriate red window will show "1" for 6x6 and 6x9. For 6x12 it's the even numbers, 2, 4, ... in the 6x6 window.
Press the camera opening button on the bottom and extend the struts. Set aperture and focus distance. Look through the finder and compose your picture. Press the shutter lever. That's it. Advance the film to the next picture. Press the middle of the struts and collapse them to fold the camera. The finders are quite random, they show much more than you will have on the photo. So leave some margin. The exposure measuring system gets it quite right under normal circumstances. If your subject is in the shade and you are in a more sunny area, it gets it completely wrong, it under-exposes severely. You can easily compensate with the ISO dial, but don't forget to put it back.
I bought the Belair for the 6x12 format and the Instax back.
Lomo Belair X 6-12
is a nice, very light camera, easy to use. It fits into a coat pocket. It's Lomo, so it should be fun, no strive for quality. You should want and accept some surprise results. I like it a lot.
Some gereral words about Lomography and their service: There is a 2-year warranty, at least in Europe. My personal experience with their service is very good. As most of their cameras are made of (cheap) plastic, there is no repair, they just exchange your defective camera. You have to send it in to their Vienna office at your expenses, which is not cheap if you are not based in Austria, but they try to compensate by adding film or so to the return. You absolutely need a proof of purchase, there was heavy abuse by fraudulent customers they told me. So if you buy second hand or your camera is gift, be sure to put your hands on the proof of purchase. After the 2-years warranty period it's over. They will try to help for the expensive not-so-plastic cameras like the LC series, but for the rest there is no repair. Keep this in mind for the prices you pay for older gear.


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A South Florida man is accused of stabbing his older brother to death during a fight at their home.
Local news outlets report Davie police say 22-year-old Pedro Hernandez was arrested Saturday. He faces a charge of premeditated murder in the death of Victor Figueroa.
A police report says the brothers got into a fist fight Friday night outside their residence when Hernandez went inside, grabbed a knife and stabbed Figueroa in the abdomen. He died at a hospital.
Davie police Capt. Dale Engle says the men were fighting over a woman one of them had dated.
Detective says they observed signs of a struggle at the crime scene and found a bloody knife and blood on the exterior walls of the home.
It's unclear whether Hernandez has an attorney.
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In terms of literature, there's been a lot of videogame related works seeing a well needed release and now we can add another book to the growing list for the year of 2017.
So what book is it? Well penned by Satoshi Yamamoto and published by VIZ Media, today's work in question is Pokémon Adventures 20th Anniversary Illustration Book: The Art of Pokémon Adventures and it is already available on amazon.com, amazon.co.uk and amazon.ca. But just in case you need to know more about the 168 pages long work before you can even consider buying it, you can find the description for the project right here:
"Artwork, sketches and a brand-new manga short story from the artist of the Pokémon Adventures series inspired by the best-selling Pokémon video games!
A collection of beautiful full-color art from the Pokémon Adventures graphic novel series! In addition to full-color illustrations of your favorite Pokémon, this vibrant volume also includes exclusive sketches and storyboards, four pull-out posters and a brand-new manga side story published in English for the first time!"
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So did the description help? No need to answer as that is something you can keep to yourself, but it something else that is mentioned on the listing is true, it does appear as though this work is merely 1 book out of more that is to come, but it could always turn out to be nothing, so we'll just have to keep an eye on that in the meantime. But if you do feel like adding it to your collection later on this year, Pokémon Adventures 20th Anniversary Illustration Book: The Art of Pokémon Adventures costs $16.37 US dollars and can be ordered via any of the links below:
Just as soon as additional information comes to regarding Pokémon Adventures 20th Anniversary Illustration Book: The Art of Pokémon Adventures, such as a Book 2, we will of course be back to provide additional coverage. So until then, keep on gaming!
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