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New York, NY, April 17, 2019 – Raising a child with a disability, while trying to balance work and family responsibilities is no easy task for even the most dedicated parents. Managing all aspects of a special needs child daily living – including personal needs, school activities, therapy sessions and medical appointments– can be extremely […]Continue reading
Anyone who gardens knows how good it can make you feel. Whether you're a bit tired, had a stressful day at work, an argument or are dealing with serious depression or heartbreaking loss, I've heard time and time again from people how powerfully healing gardening can be. It enables us to take time out from […]Continue reading
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There are a lot of people who handle their finances right. Do you think that you're not good at managing your ability to handle your money? You can turn this starting now! The following article below will provide some solid advice to help get your finances under control.Go through this article and take note of the tips that correspond to your situation.
Stay up-to-date with financial news so you know when something happens on in the market. Many people concentrate solely on domestic news, but this can be a mistake if you trade currencies or have significant investments.Knowing what is going on in the world financial situation will help you prepare for any type of market predictions.
If the stock you own is doing well, let it sit for a while. You can watch your stocks that are underperforming and think about moving some of those around.
Use two to four credit cards to enjoy a satisfactory credit rating. Using one card can take a while to improve your credit, while having a large amount of credit cards can be a potential indicator of poor financial management.
The payments on two smaller balances can be lower than trying to pay off a single card that is maxed out.
Stop charging a credit cards you have issues paying off. Pay down the complete monthly balance before you start using your credit card again.
If debt collectors constantly contact you, you should be aware that your debt will eventually expire after a certain amount of time if it is not collected. Ask someone when your debt can be erased and avoid paying collection agencies that attempt to collect money for older debt.
A sale is not a bargain if you end up having to buy more than you need.
You should open a savings account set up in case of an emergency. You can use it to pay for a goal, like your child's college education, or pay off debt with the extra money.
If you are under 21 and want a credit card, know that rules have changed recently. It used to be that credit card. Research a card's requirements before you apply.
If old-style checkbook balancing sounds lame, you can easily do all the work online. There are websites and software to make tasks such as budgeting, tracking cash flow, calculating interest, and even plan out your budget and savings for the month.
If your funds are often short paycheck to paycheck, you might be better served by signing up for overdraft protection from your bank or credit union. This fee may save you from a lot of money on overdraft fees in the long run.
Buy a store brands as much as possible rather than a name brand. National brands are usually more because they need the money to advertise their brand.There is rarely a difference in how the product tastes or taste of these products.
Not all debt is bad one. Real estate can be good investment. Real estate is an investment that historically will appreciate in the long term, and in the short term, they increase in value over time and the loan interest is tax deductible. Another king of good debt would be a college loans. Student loans have easy to manage interest rates are are not repaid back until the students have moved past graduation.
Having a written budget is the best way to be successful with your finances.To create a personal budget, prepare a list of all expenses when a new month starts. Be certain to include any living expenses, such as mortgage payments, electricity, lights, phones, heat and food. Be sure to list all expected expenditures. It is important to stick to the amounts designated in order to stay within budget and not to overspend.
This will allow you save some big money in the road.
Younger people who want to stay on top of their finances would do well to discover the wonders of compound interest.
Make sure you put aside a particular day each month for paying off your bills. You will not spend the whole day paying bills, but it does warrant your focus. Mark it on the calendar and do it religiously. Missing this day could cause a domino effect.
Don't just rely on credit card. Credit card companies are imposing minimums on purchases these days, so to avoid that, always carry some cash and a debit card with you.
Get you personal finances back on track by creating and sticking to a budget you can stick to. Regardless of whether you budget via software or paper and pencil, creating and sticking to a budget can help you to identify your financial strengths and weaknesses.It will also help curb unnecessary spending.
If you are thinking about moving for a new job, measure an increase in salary against the difference in cost of living. Find out the prices of houses, rentals, and utilities cost in the area so that you don't experience sticker shock when it is too late.
Make sure that you don't have too many credit accounts to avoid debt. If the credit card companies give you more credit than you really should have, your credit rating can be lowered, and that cost you in the form of higher interest rates.
Now after reading the above article you should have a good understanding about how to maintain your financial situation, and hopefully this will give you some peace of mind going forward. Save enough money for your projects and look for different ways to secure a good future for you and your family.

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Item sold on 2017-06-08 - Shipped on 2017-06-18
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Item# 25574
A Midcentury or Danish Modern dining table from about 1960 is signed "Sibast Furniture, Made in Denmark." Genuine teak, there are two 22" wide leaves with matched grain.
The renewed finish is in excellent condition on this vintage furniture. Two drop leaves lift off if desired, this is a very flexible design for different sized groups to use.
Measurements when closed are 31" x 42" across, 28 1/2" tall and legroom is just over 24" high, with both dropleaves raised, length is 70" and with both leaves in place, length is 9 1/2' overall.
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Cover 42 Group GmbH is a Insurtech Startup currently in stealth mode. We are on our way to revolutionise a €100bn+ market for good. Founded by two experienced and skilled entrepreneurs, we have secured substantial funding rounds by renown investors and are also backed by industry professionals, experienced team members and startup veterans.


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How To book?
once you have contacted me and confirmed that i have your date available, i will then send you an email with some info i need from you with regards to your day.once we have all that information i will create you your booking form, this is confirmation of your booking, a breakdown of your costs and any other details about your wedding.
How and when do i pay?
once you have received your booking form, a £50 Deposit is due. this deposit is deducted from the final balance.
with the final amount due by the day itself. this can be paid in advance should you prefer. this can either be bank transfer or cash on the day.
Travel costs
i do trials from a studio in bath. i do trials all day on a monday between 10am — 6pm and i have a friday evening slot at 5pm.
On the day i travel to where you are getting ready on the morning of wedding. i don't charge petrol for within 30mins of ba1. but for every +30mins there is a £20 charge.


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Hativity to the Rescue!
Hats Off to This Fun New Child's Accessory
I received a free Hativity in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
I was recently introduced to a very cool product developed by a SoCal Mom. It's a sun hat for kids called Hativity. It comes with embellishments in the form of velcro patches that stick to six different spaces around the hat.
During this weekend's trip to Oxnard, we visited the Channel Islands Harbor with our Hativity in tow. I really wanted Toby to try it. We rented a Surrey bike and Toby sat upfront so he definitely needed a nice hat to protect him from the sun.
When I showed him the patches, he got super excited! His three favorite patches were an acorn, an angel emoji and a ghost.
The Hativity patches are categorized in six different themes: 1. Emojis 2. Safari 3. Fall 4. Spring 5. Under the Sea 6. Winter. The hats are available in blue and yellow colors.
Dr. Shannon Davis is the mom behind this invention. She says she came up with Hativity as a way to entertain her daughters, ages 4 and 8, at the grocery store.
"Initially I brought a tablet so they could play games while I shopped, but then I realized I was carrying even more in my mom bag! I needed a way to make life easier and happier for my children and I," she said.
When Toby started getting bored during our ride around the marina, I would simply pull off the patches and ask him to re-attach them. By the time our surrey rental expired, the penguin patch had taken center stage! When his cousins met up with us at the harbor, the older boys were curious and tried to pull off the patches from Toby's hat. Given that only the center of the patches has velcro, the outer edges stick out a bit on some of the designs, making it tempting for other kids to try to remove them, which is precisely why kids love this hat! But Toby defended his Hativity so his patch placement would remain intact...lol!
Overall, it's a really neat product. You can buy it online for $16 and the patches are $2 each. While buying all six patches will drive the total price to nearly $30, there's currently a promotion offering a 20% discount off your purchase.
Now I'm hoping for a red-colored hat in time to match the winter patches which include Christmas Trees and Santa Claus... That way Toby will be covered with Hativity fun all year long in sunny Southern California!
Check out Hativity: www.Hativityco.com
Thanks for reading!
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And yes…
it is a choice…
And yes…
it is a choice…
Going back is declaring defeat. Re-Creation is remembering and a re-alignment of what one loves by taking action to manifest a passion into the physical. Re-Creation is Love. Re-Creation is going forward with a smile on your face.Read More
If this was the last conversation you were ever going to have, what would you want to tell people? What would you want the men listening to know?Read More
The cool thing is this...
You can change your choice...any choice in an instant.
All Storms End. All of them.Read More
I set him down on the deck. As I was snapping a pic from my iPhone, I heard people screaming at me, What the hell are you doing taking a picture, get your ass to the Emergency Room!Read More
The Sea is the same, yet the Sea is not as easy to get to as are Forests.
Watch the video above and listen. She speaks of Nature and our profound connection at a level we easily dismiss sometimes. Me included in the past. Even with my experiences not only upon the Sea but in Redwood Forests as well...all Forests.
Some who project outwardly a false toughness will arrogantly or angrily say, This is just BS woo-woo crap, Greg. It's just a bunch of damn trees.
Well...acting tough, or being arrogant, or being angry, or having to project anything outwardly to create a wall around how you really feel is an act of Fear. And the ones who scream the loudest in anger are the ones who are in Fear the most...and likely will not admit it, for Fear of being seen in a certain way.
At a deep level, we all Know this to be True.
Think about it for a moment. You're reading these words and perhaps watched the video already. Just sit with it...
What happened to you the last time you were angry or sad, or experienced someone else who was angry or sad...projecting their emotions upon you and you took a walk along the beach, or in a forest, or set sail upon the water for a while?
A profound feeling of calm. Yes?
A dear friend of mine and I created the time to go on a little adventure upon the water a little over a month ago. She was feeling profound stress in her life. At first, even thinking about taking the time for being in Nature created stress for her. Yet by being out there for hours, she felt the power of how Nature can heal whatever it is that requires healing. Her joy emanated from her and could be felt in the space around her as she spoke about how much peace she felt in the moment.
We can witness a transformation in others and ourselves even with just a brief moment connecting to that which we came from eons ago. Nature is still here and so are we.
Perhaps we all can do it a bit more. Healing not only ourselves but our fellow humans as well.
The wild stallion does not tame the wild mare...
The wild mare does not tame the wild stallion.
This is part of a Journey into both the physical and the spiritual.
Life is a pilgrimage to a fearless Knowing of the True Self.
I'll admit I had and continue to have, expectations. Yet, those expectations are limited to just a few like being able to surf in warmer waters than California. Warmer water is a simple expectation based in reality and easy to achieve because it will happen joyfully. Expectations are not where I'm headed in this thought process, so I'll leave them where they originated...in my ego.
Identity is where I'm headed. A leap across the chasm from the limited ego into something greater. And yeah...it's a process I welcome.
An Adventure if you will and I love me some Adventure.
As you read this, please remember that no human or human created system of control, can take away what you truly are. They may be able to strip away an ego created identity which is merely an illusion, but they cannot strip away what is Real.
After driving 2,820 miles across the country with my dog, Lucky, I intentionally arrived on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The same place I moved away from almost nineteen years ago in 1998.
Back then, I was a Licensed Architect, a husband, a father, an artist and a surfer. In the past, those labels were how I identified myself both professionally and personally. A lot has changed.
Some of what changed were not very pleasant while it was happening, but every single change contains a profound lesson.
I will always be in Gratitude for lessons, no matter the intensity. Lessons create Growth. Growth creates Strength. Strength creates Faith. Faith eliminates fear. Once fear is gone, Love becomes easy and a Knowing of who I truly am is revealed with human created labels dissolving into the nothing from whence they came.
As I was contemplating the change, I would hear suggestions from others. Each of us will always receive unsolicited advice from others. The trick is to remain in your Power and only allow a final choice to be made from your own Divine Knowing.
Hey Greg, you're an Architect, you should do that for a living again.
Dude, you spent so much time of your life going to school for Architecture and getting your license, you'd be wasting all of that if you didn't go back to Architecture again.
I have not worked as an Architect for many years, although design is an ability I have which I love. That human granted label from others is not who I Am even though I used to think of that ego identity as me.
Sure, when I received those statements (and much more) from others, I thought about it. I love the creative process and especially love the design process with real pencils on real paper. I will continue to create designs for buildings and have even designed a house I will build someday near an ocean. I'll need a place to hang my coat when I return from the sea from time to time. :)
I even went so far as to contact the North Carolina State Board of Architecture and asked them through email what the process of reactivating my Architecture License would look like. I took the dive into government bureaucracy and quickly remembered why I drifted away from it.
Message to NC Board of Architecture on January 7, 2017:
Hi, I stopped working as an Architect back in 2003 while living in California and have not worked as an Architect or anything related since 2003. I make my living in a totally unrelated field. I am a Published Author and Speaker.
I held a license in NC (#5427) in good standing, which I allowed to lapse soon after 2003. I live in California now, but I will be moving back home to North Carolina sometime in 2017 and am thinking about renewing my NC license if that is possible after such a long time.
Can you tell me the proper procedure for renewing my license to practice Architecture in NC?
With respect,
Gregory Allen Frucci
First reply back to me on January 9, 2017:
Mr. Frucci,
Since your license expired more than 10 years ago, we no longer have you in our system. You must apply for a new license by reciprocity. The application and information is found in the forms section at www.ncbarch.org.
Cathe Evans
Executive Director
NC Board of Architecture
So I checked with California on January 9, 2017 and responded to the NC Board of Architecture:
Thank you, Ms. Evans for responding so quickly!
I reviewed the form for new license by reciprocity, which calls for licensure in another state and NCARB certification. I also allowed my California license to lapse at the same time I allowed NC license to lapse and I do not hold a license in another state since I have not worked as an Architect since the early 2000's. Does this mean that I cannot get my NC license back at all? Or, is there another way?
Thank you,
Greg Frucci
The final email response from the NC State Board of Architecture was short and cold on January 11, 2017:
Mr. Frucci,
Unfortunately, the only way to obtain licensure in NC is via reciprocity which requires current licensure and NCARB certification. It's as if you were never licensed in NC.
Cathe Evans
Cathe M. Evans
Executive Director
NC Board of Architecture
Lesson learned.
I'm not going to fight it. Some things are just the way the are. Having NCARB certification doesn't matter since I no longer hold a license in any state. I'd rather spend my time creating art, going on adventures and living life as a loving human being on a pilgrimage to his destiny.
I suppose governmental agencies can destroy all the paper they wish, expunging people into nonexistence. Buildings will always come down over time anyway. None of that will go with me into the next life...only Love will continue. Being an Architect is part of my past with most of that lifestyle I do not wish to recreate.
Evidently, I simply required a nudge from the Universe about the path forward. I asked for a sign and I got one. Something for which, I am in deep Gratitude.
My path of life over 56 years has been amazing and if I were to die tomorrow, I know I will have accomplished more than I ever dreamed of doing as a small child who wondered what life would be like as an adult.
I've created spaces for people to live in, worship in, do business in and learn about how life works in.
I've experienced massive intensity through relationships with women.
I've gone on tremendous Adventures having sailed alone in the Atlantic Ocean twice.
I've published books and shared the stage with powerful CEO's telling true stories of overcoming challenges in Life.
I've even done a little acting on stage and screen on the side.
I've traveled the world and learned the most important lesson of all: We are all One created from the same place...Love. Thus, we are all the same with each of us worthy of a life filled with Love if we choose to live that way.
Your life has been amazing too. No more or less than mine or anyone else's if you choose to look at your personal path from your perspective. Think about the life lessons. Think about what you've grown into. Even a short time frame of twenty years can create profound change.
My identity is the same as yours. I Am an aspect of the Creator (Divine Being, Spirit, God, Allah or whatever human created name you wish to give IT...I do not judge how or what another human chooses to believe...no human has that right or has been contracted to do that job).
I know who I Am. I know what I Am. I know how I Serve. I Am here.
#earthday No human or government or any aspect of humanity owns the Earth.Read More


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With the strong support of state residents, California remains a leader in addressing climate change and encouraging renewable energy development. Former Secretary of Energy Steven Chu, current California Air Resources Board Chair Mary Nichols, and former Secretary of State George Shultz will discuss the impact of these policies and what more can be done to build a brighter future for the Golden State.
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At UCLan we are currently working on a range of exciting projects.
Our students and researchers are investigating driverless cars, monitoring systems, and turbine technology. Find out more about our research.
We are thrilled to be able to invite new applications for the Erasmus Project. Find out about our Mobility Project open to staff and students.


text: The southern-coastal province of Ba Ria – Vung Tau has approved a master plan for power development on Con Dao Island that calls for power generation to grow 23.4 per cent each year between 2015 and 2020. Diesel oil will continue to be the main material for power generation along with liquefied natural gas, wind and solar energy. Total capital to develop power generation and a transmission grid for Con Dao will be VND2 trillion (US$95 million). There will be two other power investment projects: Con Dao Wind Power Plant with capacity of 4MW and a Solar Power Plant with capacity of 5MW, to be built for a total of VND645 billion ($31 million). "Power plays the most important role in developing tourism, production and other services on Con Dao island," Nguyen Van Dung, deputy chairman of Con Dao island People's Committee, was quoted as saying in Tin Tuc (News) newspaper. Power supply on the island has met only half of demand, with two power-generating mills run by diesel oil. Many big and luxury hotels have their own power generators. "If local residents develop more tourism services with mini hotels and hostels, we won't be able to meet power demand," Dung said. All households on the island now have access to power, with 48 per cent used for daily usage and 31 per cent for tourism and services, with nearly 1,900 customers. Diesel prices account for 85 per cent of the power prices on Con Dao island. One litre of… [Read full story]


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Apple Crisp 🍎/
When we were Upstate recently, the leaves were shimmering in the afternoon glow, the air was crisp, the view was stunning, our cottage was spacious and also super warm and cozy, and our host surprised us with the most delicious gluten-free and vegan apple crisp. Here's my version of Meri's swoon-worthy recipe.
6 Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
4-6 tablespoons apricot jam
streusel topping
6 tablespoons coconut oil or unsalted butter
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup coconut palm crystals
2/3 cup bob's red mill paleo baking flour blend
optional: serve with ice cream, vegan ice cream, cashew cream, or whipped cream
make it!
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
2. In a small bowl combine the ingredients for the streusel topping. Set aside.
3. In an baking dish, layer the apple slices and top with apricot jam. Then add the streusel topping.
4. Bake on the center rack for 30 minutes or until the apples are the texture that you like.
5. Optional: serve with ice cream, vegan ice cream, cashew cream, or whipped cream.


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VIDEO: Meet The Folks Behind Best BBQ In Town
In our city of neighborhoods where you can find the best of just about any authentic cuisine, why is it nearly impossible for so many to enjoy a decent beef brisket? It doesn't make any good sense. Maybe it's because some of L.A.'s most delicious smoked ribs and pork links are hidden in a neighborhood that's possibly better known for gluten-free pasta and gourmet cold-pressed-juice bars, not that there's anything wrong with that. We love some gourmet juice. But we also love barbecued meats and all the fixin's that come along with them, like the legendary mac 'n' cheese at Baby Blues BBQ, chorizo-and-cheese covered slop tots at Pork Belly's and the homemade baklava cheesecake from Morfia's Ribs & Pies -- all of which can be found right here in and around Venice. We made this video to prove it. Go on now and get some.
Thanks to Rich Kuras (filming, producing), Lauren Dellara (editing), and Ryan Horns (original music).


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In a city as grand and reputable as New York City, there's no doubting the pressures there are for the land to produce everything from top-tier, world renowned acts of music, culture and entertainment, but also to encompass the opposite spectrum as well for the more discerning connoisseur of nightlife.
The minds behind BangOn have never backed down when it comes to filling in the gaps between, as daunting a task it may be. When it comes to the fusion of mainstream flair with underground, primal partying, they seem to blend the two worlds flawlessly. It sounds far fetched, but seeing is believing when you step into their world. And often what you see throughout the course of one of these events is enough to keep you coming back for more, no matter what part of town, scene, genre or style you hail from.
Diversity at its finest
Loyal to BangOn, and a prime example of the melding of the masses that gather for their ragers, we survived a two-hour hike down south to the king of the boroughs, Brooklyn, where BangOn first established their name and notoriety. We followed the GPS to the "secret location" (VIP treatment before you even hit the road) in our hybrid car (note : eco-conscious attendants were rewarded a 20% discount off ticket prices with proof of ownership, how sweet is that?) and arrived in the kind of area you'd expect a James Bond movie to be filmed at rather than feel bass thumping from the parking lot and seeing smiling faces flock to the source of this intrigue.
It was the first 18+ event of theirs I'd attended; it would've been a crime to restrain a large chunk of the headliners' fans from this kind of lineup. Pulling in names like Shpongle, Paper Diamond, Anna Lunoe, Amtrac, Liquid Stranger, XXYYXX, Autograf and my personal favorite, The Golden Pony, was bound to attract quite the crowd, and an even better mix up of crowd culture. There were spectacles as far as the eye could see, tucked into every corner of the post-industrial playground. Groovy repurposed painted schoolbuses at the Water Stage, courtesy of another family of Brooklyn party heroes, The JunXion, had their artists playing the 5th Element Stage as well. The Air Stage was none other than the BangOn boom box van, because there's always a breath of fresh air when you're chilling some 12 feet up in the sky. The bouncy castle, firebreathers, BMX jumps parallel to the audience, firebreathers blowing fire THROUGH the BMX riders' launch off the ramps!? Courtesy of the Fire Stage. And kudos to the work put into the Main Stage, or Earth in this case to sum up all of our elements. A large, white, faceted face sat over and above the performance that with the help of projection mapping, made for some far out trippy looks over the crowd all night. Between doing some sweet dance moves and acrobatics, Team Kitty Koalition brought a slew of elemental-themed nymphs who you'd find gracing the front stages, doing death-defying stunts or drifting about the party adding some serious sparkle to the crowd. Not to mention glamming it up with some fierce poses whenever a camera was pointed their way, these girls could really strut their stuff.
The pier, jutting straight out over the water, turned into a giant L shape. An expansive abandoned factory ran parallel to the shore that the festival-goers spent their time traversing the lengths of getting to and from the different attractions, performance stages, and lots of local retail (one-of-a-kind style clothing and jewelry were pretty fly souvenirs to bring back upstate). Throw in some of the local cuisine on wheels (food trucks, that is) the necessary facilities, 9 hours of nonstop dancing amongst the crowds and BangOn Elements almost makes it look easy, blending just the right amount of all the best things you'd find at an all-out camping festival. And for such a low price, I can't be the only one who thinks this kind of layout and caliber of production value could very well extend itself for a Day 2 of the same style event in near festival future. Though let's not forget BangOn bringing the boom box van to Mysteryland USA (at Bethel Woods, home of the unforgettable Woodstock '69) the past two years and being exclusive entertainment for those camping the Holy Grounds.
These guys are redefining the standards of partying. Next time you're considering an overpriced concert ticket or a night of sardines packed into a club, all trying to watch the sole attraction, consider the party that really encapsulates music, performance, arts and culture. Hell, they're the only people I know that can fit kandi ravers, slinky models, technoheads and hipsters all under one proverbial roof with the outcome being total success and not a riot.


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Bridal shower game prizes, wedding party gifts, and welcome bags are perfectly suited for Kate Aspen's Cupid's Arrow Gold Bottle Stopper! The gold toned metal bottle stopper features an open heart design with an arrow on top and a rubber gasket to keep air out and freshness in every favorite bottle. Add a little detail to the table décor at your wedding or bridal shower or give as guest gifts and favors. The Cupid's Arrow Gold Bottle Stopper ships presentation ready in open-face box packaging with an optional hang tag.
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Vancouver Day 1 - Guu
I got back and planned out my next day on the Grouse Grind, and got a feel for some of Kyle's recommended restaurants. Later on, I bought some fruit and yoghurt drinks for my climb and headed out to eat. Kyle recommended a place called Guu. It was just like a japanese pub fare snack and drinking hole in Okinawa. Just like in Okinawa, the place was loud and crowded. Also like in Japan, you'd hear all the staff yell 'welcome' and 'thank you' in japanese as people came in and out. I loved the atmosphere and sat right in front of the cooks. They were amazing. Like bartenders they precisely made and prepared all the dishes with genuine care and focus. The thing was, they were fast. Each dish had a specific presentation and garnish and it all came together masterfully. Also they offered high quality liquors and cocktails. All of this quality was expensive mind you, but well worth the experience [Provided you experience it once, but really it was my fault, as I came in hungry expecting a restaurant, when it really was just a place to drink and snack]. I ordered beef sashimi which they garnish with a nice sour sauce and mustard and arranged into a tight rose. I also ordered stewed cow tongue, being sure not to get something cheaper and sacrifice the experience (a real struggle). For a drink I got a single shot of japanese 'vodka' [Their words, not mine] called kaido, which just tasted like good sake. The seat beside me was taken by a lone white guy, so I figured I'd start a conversation. The general mood of the place encouraged social forwardness. He was a friendly guy from Slovenia. From what I gathered, he moved here after visiting family here and has been living here since 2002 (8 yrs). He has a chinese girlfriend and likes butchering japanese [language] to the waitress and chinese to me [I don't know why people try to impress me by showing off that they know how to say hello in Chinese. I mean, it wouldn't bug me at all if there wasn't that awkward pause of anticipation for recognition. What do I say? "uhhh... hey yea! that's hello alright. way to go?"]. He's active and swims everyday, which is why I pegged him at mid 30's even tho he's 42. Asking him what to do, he suggested the grouse grind, which he did 2 weeks ago. A lucky coincidence as I was doing it anyways. I ordered a sake mojito, which included a japanese 'ball' drink. [I kind of felt the urge to buy him a drink, as that would be a Canadian thing to do, but I was in super cheap mode still]
We talked some more and he asked me to keep in touch, giving me his email [Lost it, but I don't think I would have emailed him anyways, because I'm a jerk]. He also told me about a great coffee place in town (saying a lot since he's european). It's supposedly owned by an italian couple. I took my leave and paid the $33!! bill for just myself, with a tip and tax it was closer to 40. No regrets since it was a great time, but ouch. [Alright let's put this into perspective... I knew my trip would cost a ton as I would be eating out and paying for room and board for a whole month, so yes... I was worried about money at the time]
I left feeling really good and ready to party, but for the first time, really wished there was someone to chill with. I wandered through the busy pub streets and came back to the hostel. The hostel was organizing a pub crawl, but I didn't feel like getting drunk with a bunch of hardcores the night before a hike. [That and I don't know how much conversing there'd be, as everyone was stoked to get smashed and you'd be in the bar for about 15-30 mins at a time before heading to the next]
Instead I chatted with Wakana as she sent me links to houses in Ottawa. We chatted for about 2 hours and I came up to shower and write. As I was writing this I finally met a dorm mate. He's Zak, and from France. He's looking for a more permanent place till Dec. He seems really nice... but he stinks. 2 mins after he got in, and there's a powerful B.O. smell. I hope he's gone soon, it's a little overwhelming.


text: Bloomberg Opinion columnist Barry Ritholtz interviews Ray Dalio, who is founder, co-chairman and co-chief investment officer of the world's largest hedge fund, Bridgewater Associates. Dalio has been a global macro investor for more than 45 years, having started Bridgewater out of a two-bedroom apartment in New York City in 1975. He is known for the practical yet unconventional theory of economics he spells out in his video series "How the Economic Machine Works," and is the author of the New York Times bestseller "Principles: Life and Work." His newest book, "Principles for Navigating Big Debt Crises," was published this month.


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The L-shaped kitchen layout is one of the standard kitchen layouts that decades of ergonomic research developed.This layout is one of the most popular and versatile kitchen layouts.
The L-shaped kitchen consists of work space on two adjoining walls perpendicular to each other. There are no traffic lanes flowing through the work area. It is best to elongate one leg over 12-15 feet. You will need to divide that elongated leg into different work sites for efficient use.


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October 31, 2005
— Ace More fair and balanced -- and tasteful! -- quetions from our professional information preisthood.
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Post contains 32 words, total size 1 kb.
A lot of pretty vulgar slang has made its way into common usage, though. Like calling someone a "dork" or a "scumbag".
Posted by: Monty at October 31, 2005 08:21 AM (8K26L)
After all, she came (heh) after Zoe Baird and Kimba Wood.
On second thought, however, given Clinton's history maybe CBS' phrasing would have made more sense.
Posted by: Jack M. at October 31, 2005 08:22 AM (w5x/T)
Posted by: Hoke at October 31, 2005 08:24 AM (5HveT)
Posted by: at October 31, 2005 08:25 AM (Gi7oA)
Next question?
Posted by: The Warden at October 31, 2005 08:29 AM (Zxtyv)
Posted by: Master of None at October 31, 2005 08:32 AM (YmKQd)
Geeze, reporters are sinking lower and lower, aren't they?
Posted by: Maranna at October 31, 2005 08:36 AM (m2H9b)
Posted by: Sean at October 31, 2005 08:39 AM (etwyR)
Posted by: Megan at October 31, 2005 08:39 AM (XyQ+P)
CBS= Contemptible Bloviating Shits
Posted by: Iblis at October 31, 2005 08:40 AM (9221z)
Now, if Miers had been borked for SCotUS and then submitted for an appellate court or something like that THEN the thing might make some sense. Instead we get this DP of a metaphor from a creampie of a correspondent.
Posted by: at October 31, 2005 08:46 AM (/Vw/7)
Posted by: Maranna at October 31, 2005 08:52 AM (m2H9b)
Posted by: Russ in COS at October 31, 2005 08:53 AM (D9N8p)
Scottie is always pretty much pathetic in replying to MSM drivel. What kind of response is " Not at all John "? Could he be any more dweebish ?
Surely there is someone at the WH who is willing to 'slice like a F*ckn Hammer' when the press idiots behave as complete jackasses.
Anyone ? Please .
Posted by: dougf at October 31, 2005 09:06 AM (STFua)
OK, I am now going to reveal my ignorance and ask what a "bukkeke" is. It sounds like some sort of mideastern pastry.
Although, with the association with Janet Reno, I can surmise it is not very complimentary.
Posted by: OregonMuse at October 31, 2005 09:08 AM (KQHZF)
Posted by: Bill from INDC at October 31, 2005 09:17 AM (yZMsp)
Well, it is creamy. You'll need at least 3-4 "chefs" to whip you up the proper serving, however.
Posted by: The Warden at October 31, 2005 09:25 AM (Zxtyv)
Posted by: The Warden at October 31, 2005 09:27 AM (Zxtyv)
Posted by: apotheosis at October 31, 2005 09:28 AM (KpdET)
Damn you to heck.
Posted by: apotheosis at October 31, 2005 09:30 AM (KpdET)
Posted by: Phinn at October 31, 2005 09:33 AM (DiZv6)
Hows about: Copious Bullshit Society?
Posted by: Iblis at October 31, 2005 09:42 AM (9221z)
Posted by: spurwing plover at October 31, 2005 09:45 AM (Zy1Y5)
McClellan: I'm not familiar with that term.
KING: Well, it's sort of a judicial Dutch oven, isn't it?
McClellan: Still nothing.
KING: I'm just saying it's, well, it's kind of like you're tearing out the eyes of the American people and skull fucking them, and then spraying your rocketsauce all over their frontal lobes.
MAUREEN DOWD: Will you marry me?
Posted by: ace at October 31, 2005 09:47 AM (UxtY9)
Posted by: Len-KC at October 31, 2005 03:55 PM (W+G6w)
Posted by: chuck at October 31, 2005 05:21 PM (5H/cc)
The word is "bukkake" - hope that ends the confusion.
Posted by: MTW at October 31, 2005 06:30 PM (niydV)
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Thandiwe Gobledale
Feminist Theory and Theology
May 28, 2010
The Eco-Feminist
Even today, with the numerous changes that have occurred with regards to gender norms and the dramatic increase in opportunities available to women, only a fraction of the world's women have the ability to achieve transcendence#. This fact is due to the various situations in which many women find themselves, situations that often involve poverty and lack of education. Where women do have access to education and material wealth, they have been able to pursue projects into which they pour their time, energy, intellect and creativity and by which they transcend their given situation. While these projects vary widely and showcase remarkable capabilities on the parts of women all over the world, the increased opportunity for women to transcend through these projects brings with it the increased possibility for inauthenticity and bad faith. In this paper, I will explore possibilities for transcendence as well as the potential dangers of inauthenticity in light of the lived experience# of the eco-feminist.
As Beauvoir explains, the girl, in her early childhood, "grasped herself as an autonomous individual… [who] saw herself in the present as a transcendence" (341). Today, more so than when Beauvoir was writing, the small child, whose body has not yet undergone puberty, sees herself as the same as her male playmates. She envisions a future similar to theirs, and her family may reinforce this vision of the future that demonstrates equality between boys and girls. Only as she grows older and hits puberty does her changing body reveal the ways in which she is different from boys. Her physique changes, she begins to menstruate, and her body acquires a new monthly rhythm over which she has no control. She no longer believes that she is the same as the boys around her.
It is only as the girl grows older that she begins to pay attention to the adults around her, and she now realizes in an articulable manner that despite the espoused equality of men and women, women face more obstacles in pursuing their projects and achieving their aims than men do. While, in our society one can point toward individual women and make the claim that women have won equality with men, the girl learns that the general condition of women stands in stark contrast to this claim. In fact, the girl learns, many women around the world have little hope for transcendence; they continue to experience oppression, objectification and violence at the hands of men (and sometimes other women).
This comes as a shock to the young girl, and she feels profoundly deceived. She feels the double alienation of first discovering that because she is a woman, she will sometimes be deemed inessential and treated as an object (despite positing herself as essential and exerting herself as a subject) and secondly the alienation of being deceived. The realization of being deceived by those whom she trusted may lead the girl to a state of general suspicion. Unless the girl has already established a solid foundation of confidence in herself and her ability to succeed in her projects and thus to achieve transcendence, this suspicion may take on existential qualities. If this happens, instead of simply doubting the world around her, the girl directs her doubts inwards, doubting herself, her own value as a subject, and her essential quality. She faces the danger of otherizing herself as she sees women being otherized by the wider society. In defiance of being cast as inessential by society for being a woman, the girl may further turn to a narcissistic point of view in which she posits her own essentiality as a unique object to be admired by herself and others. However, if the adolescent girl succeeds in this existential suspicion caused by deceit, or if she can maintain a strong sense of her authentic selfhood, she may respond with action. She may champion the issue of girls and women and make it her project to establish women as essential the world over. Thus, having become a feminist, she makes the transcendence of herself and all women a worthwhile and meaningful pursuit, and in so doing finds justification for her experience and existence.
At the same time that she is discovering the hypocrisies of the people and world around her regarding women, the adolescent girl becomes aware of the hypocrisy of people around her regarding the natural environment. She hears people speak of saving the polar bears, conserving energy or caring for the earth, yet what she witnesses in her own life largely displays a seemingly insatiable lust for consumption. The adolescent sees a media that sells and sells and sells to the detriment of the natural world which must provide the raw materials with which to produce these goods; she witnesses oil spills that devastate ocean ecosystems yet little accountability for the companies responsible for such a disaster and a continually increasing demand for oil; she hears talk of water conservation in semi-arid communities' and walks past people's lush green lawns. The adolescent reacts to this hypocrisy with anger and indignation. The deception that the young woman has discovered regarding her place as a woman parallels the deception she is discovering regarding care for nature – people's claims to value women and nature are lived out in a persistent devaluation and exploitation of what men (and women) continue to posit as inessential. Not only do the deception and hypocrisy seem to bear resemblance to each other, but so does language about nature and women. The young woman hears nature spoken of as 'Mother Nature' and referred to as 'she', and the young woman begins to draw parallels between the treatment of the earth and the treatment of women. Both are deemed as passive, mysterious procreators, nurturers, sustainers, endless sources of pleasure and produce. Having already claimed the project of uplifting women, the young eco-feminist sees a deep connection between the oppression of women and the oppression of nature.
By means of an education, either institutional or experiential, the young woman's knowledge of the oppression of women across the globe and of the unchecked ecological crisis become central to her understanding of the world. She has experienced the profound double alienation of first having been deceived and second of being deemed inessential as per her womanhood. If she is able to overcome this double alienation, if she is able to transcend the immanence to which society condemns so many women, the eco-feminist sets out to achieve transcendence through her project of working for freedom and justice for women and for the earth. As we have seen, to the eco-feminist these projects (justice for women and for the earth) are intrinsically connected. She has found that the mythical association between woman and nature continues to hold weight, that "Man seeks the Other in woman as Nature and as his peer. But nature inspires ambivalent feelings in man" (163). The ambivalent feelings that men hold for nature are linked, not simply analogically but also bicausally, with the ambivalent feelings that men hold for women. Thus, for the eco-feminist, the two struggles represent two manifestations of the single struggle to recognize authentic value, and the effort to negate the long-held view that the environment and women exist as the mysterious Other to be conquered, stripped of resources, shaped into useful tools, and exploited indiscriminately by men. In light of this, the eco-feminist exerts "the fundamental claim of every subject, which always posits itself as essential" (17), but she is exerting this claim not only for herself and for all women, but for nature as well.
While the connection between the cause of women and the cause of the earth has a strong foundation, as explicated above, it also involves inherent risks. In intertwining the cause of women and the cause of the earth, the eco-feminist reinforces the mythical connections drawn between the two. Reinforcing these connections means that a continued understanding of one as inessential may lead to the other also being thought of as inessential. What if we refuse to curb our exploitation of the earth and its resources and continue to associate women with our raped earth? I want to suggest that this association may contribute to treating women in the same way that we treat the earth – as an inessential object which is to be used until it is used up.
Nature, wholly material and earthly, with neither freedom nor agency, exists as an object that cannot exert its subjecthood. As such it is wholly imminent, without projects, goals or freedom with which to pursue transcendence or justification of its existence. The very existence of nature is its justification. A woman, on the other hand, is first a human being, and as Beauvoir explains, "humanity puts itself into question in its being – that is, values reasons for living over life" (75). Thus woman seeks meaning in her existence. In poor faith, the eco-feminist, or those whom she seeks to influence, may through her project, conflate nature with woman and in so doing relegate herself to the world of imminence, forgetting that as human beings, women seek meaning beyond the mere fulfillment of the requirements of survival. Woman, who is first a human being, has the freedom and agency to claim and project her subjecthood in ways that she and others (men) can understand. Nature, as I have said, cannot do this. It receives exploitation and destruction passively. If, in combining her own cause with the cause of nature, the eco-feminist alienates herself onto nature, understanding herself and her own cause through nature and its cause, she runs the risk of objectifying herself and dooming herself to passivity, like nature. Avoiding, this pitfall, the eco-feminist remembers that her project involves not positing nature as subject but expressing its essential quality. Here, nature provides a helpful correlate to women's experience, for it is clear that nature is essential, not only in and of itself but also for the well-being and survival of all humanity. The destruction of nature is eventually analogous with the destruction of humanity, and thus recognition of nature as essential is critical to the survival and flourishing of humanity.
The project of the eco-feminist is an important one, for nature and women are both essential, and humanity as a whole would do well to recognize that the flourishing of humanity is inextricably bound up in the flourishing of both nature and the flourishing of women. In pursuing justice for women and the earth, the eco-feminist promotes mutual relationships between men and women and between humans and the environment. These relationships must involve a reciprocity of give and take, they must respect the limitations and exhaustibility as well as the value and generosity of the other in the relationship. However, she must be careful to avoid traps of narcissism in which she alienates herself in a perfect nature. She must also beware of conflating nature and women, as myth has tended to do, turning both into Eternal Mystery, unfathomable to men, for this would prove detrimental to both nature and women. Reciprocity is the final aim to which the eco-feminist's project extends. She reaches for reciprocity between men and women in which men will recognize women's freedom and their capability and see individual women as unique, of their situation, yet transcending their situation. The reciprocity between human beings and nature takes a different form since nature does not exhibit freedom or subjecthood, but it must be sought after none the less. This reciprocity involves a recognition that nature is essential and that it cannot give indefinitely. Thus our relationship with it must include some give as well as some taking. The eco-feminist recognizes that the projects carry some parallels and that progress in one arena is closely linked to progress in the other. She herself achieves transcendence in reaching beyond her own situation to understand and attempt to make a difference in the situation of the earth, other women, and by way of those, men as well.


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Whole class practical musicianship
This project is for children with additional needs in special and mainstream school settings in any key stage. It ensures that pupils have the opportunity to access music and to develop their skills and understanding as a musician.
Who is it for?
Every child in:
- Key Stage 1
- Key Stage 2
- Key Stage 3
What does it include?
A 50-60 minute session for groups of around 10 to 15 students per group, for 11 weeks per term supported by the class teacher.
It includes:
- singing
- instrumental work
- listening
- composition
- ensemble performance
- music theory
Provision will be adapted to meet the needs of each school and includes a planning and evaluation session with the class teacher.
Using music technology and acoustic instruments, our dedicated Soundsmiths team creates a series of bespoke projects over the year to match the needs of the children involved and build on skills already gained.
What Will Inspiring Music Provide?
- specialist Music Tutor
- instruments/technology to use in each session
- planning
- music and practice sheet masters
- performance opportunities
- advice on curriculum links, development ideas, further resources and wider links
What does the school need to provide?
The school needs to provide:
- appropriate teaching space (use of the school hall required for instruments indicated with*)
- staff participation and classroom management support is essential
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How much does it cost?
£31 per session - 1 term is 11 sessions and costs £341. A whole year is 33 sessions - £1,023.
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We were recently invited to attend the Notts County Football in the Community day at the stadium and enjoyed a 2 course lunch with drinks and networking.
Various speeches were given and we had the pleasure of meeting some of the ex- players including the lovely Alan Hill, as well as learning of the great work the registered charity and community organisation do.
We stayed on after hospitality to watch the game against Forest Green Rovers.


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Diesel engine exhaust is definitely carcinogenic in human lungs, according to a scientific working group of the World Health Organization after a week-long meeting to review the evidence. Follow the story on MedPage.com
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Diesel Exhaust Definitely Causes Lung Cancer, Confirms WHO
Beware of Moth Balls, Floss & Other Household Hazards
Don't miss Dominque Browning's story in Time this week, The Ever-Increasing Hazards of the Household.
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Air Pollution Linked to Kids' Anxiety + Attention Problems
There is scary yet fascinating new research connectioning dirty air to mental health and behavioral problems in our children.
Read more about the public health study in Molly Rauch's article posted on Mom's Clean Air Force
What the new pollution standards will mean for your health
Found this info graphic from the White House on MomsCleanAirForce.com


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In 2013, a drug addiction led me Bangor Maine and to the Lord. It was there that I met Peggy at Blessed Hope. After a year in the discipleship program, I graduated and returned to Chattanooga, TN.
Not long after returning to TN, I started making compromises and walked completely away from the Lord. During that time I also got married.
In September 2016 I found myself struggling with depression and alcohol and an ungodly marriage. Everyday I wished for death and drank more and more to numb the pain. I tried to take my own life thinking there was no way to escape the pain of the depression. Fortunately, my attempt failed and I knew I had to turn back to God.
So I contacted Peggy and came into the Renew program. Through my time in Renew I've watched God release me from the depression and alcoholism. In June my husband divorced me. I was without a home and income. God provided me with amazing job in July and in August He provided me with home. I moved out of Renew and into a cute house with a sweet roommate from church.
My bedroom had dark gray walls and two windows. I was ok with it and excited to have my own room. When I started to paint it the color Kaysie suggested, it started to change. The light color warmed up the room and made it feel bigger.
Then Kaysie came and decorated it. It's so beautiful! I only had a bed and dresser and she added so many beautiful things. It feels like a haven! I'm happy and cozy when I go to bed and wake up.
The thing that meant the most about this experience is knowing that God cares about the smallest details in my life. He knew having a warm inviting room would help me thrive in my new season of life. I love the lamps the most and the curtains. The really transform the room.
I feel like the room is my own and that I belong here, which makes such a huge difference in my life. It's not just some space being rented out. It's an expression of who I am with my favorite colors and the rustic style that I like. It's mine.
I think the whole process of working with Homes & Havens was great! Kaysie stayed in contact with me throughout the whole process and checked with me about some things and surprised me with others. It was fun and I'm so grateful for the whole experience!


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Oatland should focus on education
As a retired Savannah-Chatham science teacher and past president of the Georgia Science Teachers Association, I find Tom Barton's take on Chris Gentile's proposed changes at Oatland carelessly uninformed ("Oatland must evolve," May 20).
Obviously Mr. Gentile, a capable facility director, is not an educator so he doesn't realize the long term impact of educating students.
In this era of increased emphasis on science and human impact on our environment, how can Mr. Barton justify his "yawn" comment regarding Oatland's environmental education mission? From previous columns, it is apparent that Mr. Barton enjoys slamming public education in Savannah. This is unfortunate. All of us have opinions and the freedom of expression. However, when one has the ability to widely influence public opinion, there should be some care taken to avoid contributing to negative attitudes regarding education.
Oatland Island has for many years provided the link between classroom learning and real life in environmental education for students. Teachers at the facility interpret the state curriculum into meaningful learning experiences for students that "naturalists" could never hope to achieve.
Oatland is unique. Its education mission focuses student awareness on the value and importance of caring for our environment, a vital outcome for the survival of future generations of local citizens. It needs to maintain its primary mission of environmental education.
Obama fuel standards exact draconian price
With President Obama's May 19 announcement of his intent to increase truck mileage standards to 30 mpg and autos to 39 mpg, he has verified his contempt for American business as well as individuals at all levels.
The plan he has put into play will effectively ban SUVs and pick-ups. Currently the most economical of them get around 20 mpg. Even the current expensive truck based hybrids only get 24 mpg. That is a long ways from 30-35 mpg!
Hasn't anybody in this crowd noticed that they are among the most popular and versatile vehicles in America? Besides consumers, what about industrial users such as farmers, contractors, loggers, plumbers, etc? Are they going to load their stuff into a golf cart? What about weekend users who pull horse trailers and large boats? I guess we aren't supposed to engage in such activities under the current regime.
What's more, under these rules, older cars can be taken off the road if they fail emission standards. What will this do for working families who can't afford that new $30,000-$40,000 hybrid that this administration expects you to drive?
Remember, also that these draconian standards take full effect by 2016. This is not the distant future. Ironically, this is being forced on us to combat the questionable issue of "global warming" and to reduce our dependence on foreign oil. Whatever happened to the concept of domestic oil production or nuclear power?
I guess this crowd would rather continue to ruin our economy.
Execution story lacked balance
What kind of article was "Execution protest draws 1,000-plus in Atlanta" supposed to be?
Does your publication make it a policy to print information submitted via telephone from a criminal's sibling? Is this how you obtain accurate information for the public? If so, I would have to suggest that this is, at best, a questionable practice. Most of the information about the murderer Troy Davis' case that has been forced on us already is incredibly flawed. Must we now get our "facts" directly from the criminal element?
Ms. Correia states they are "not going to tolerate injustice anymore." What, exactly, have the victims in this case, and the law-abiding public had to tolerate for 20 long years? This case is not about racism or about execution of "innocent" people.
It is simply about a long-overdue punishment for a heinous crime. If you want to know the truth, read the document from the latest appeal rejection. It is an "eye-opener."
Please, Savannah Morning News, try to stick to the truth.
Politicians, business colluding on immigration
Local construction workers are indeed being shut out of work here in Savannah and across the nation. And it is quite deliberate.
By keeping American borders open, by making it very difficult to deport illegal immigrants, employers can force down wages for American workers until they are only a little above those in Third World countries.
Once one construction company can hire an immigrant labor force, then they can undercut all the other construction companies, so they too have to hire immigrants.
You will remember that slavery worked the same way.
If one cotton plantation could get hold of slaves, then all the others had to get slaves as well, or they would be undercut on price and forced out of business.
Low wages mean higher profits, bigger bonuses, and even lower taxes, and the guys who get all the goodies are also the people who make the big contributions to the Democrats and Republicans.
If you look at the records, you will see that most of the big contributors make donations to both parties, so they don't care who wins. He who pays the piper calls the tune.
Millions of immigrants are a useful tool to smash union efforts to get good wages and conditions for American workers.
Congress no advocate for little guy
So, let me get this straight: Congress gives the banking industry billions of our tax dollars virtually interest free and then gives them permission to charge tax payers using their credit cards usurious interest rates at will?
Is that your idea of representing the interests of the American people?


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Leon Gallery is excited to welcome back long time friend Patrick Dethlefs and the new project, Heavy Diamond Ring (Sarah Anderson + Paul DeHaven of Paper Bird) for an intimate evening of music.
Doors: 7:30pm
Suggested Donation: $10
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Patrick Dethlefs
(Pronounced "DET-Lefs")
Patrick Dethlefs' songwriting crests like a humble Townes Van Zandt, innocent of his own haunting melodies and lyricism. Dethlefs' new release "Beauty In The Unknown" offers folk Americana with effortless sincerity at a time when many acts strive purposefully to revive the stripped-down feel of a musical history long past.
Heavy Diamond Ring:
Twelve years after starting the indie-folk giants Paper Bird, Sarah Anderson (vocals, trumpet) and Paul DeHaven (guitar, vocals) embark on their latest collaboration, Heavy Diamond Ring. Drawing from '70s FM folk rock and their distinct brand of open-hearted songwriting, HDR harnesses their strong and proven partnership towards refreshing new heights. Led by Andersons' smooth-as-honey vocals and DeHavens' rugged guitar chops the band also features knockout players Blake Stepan (bass, vocals), Mike Lang (keys, vocals) and Orion Tate (drums). HDR has an all-American vintage sound that conjures visions of long road trips across vast scenery. Their sound is expansive with a commanding charm that will stir you, make you smile, tear you down, and lift you up.


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Depression Madness
So. It's a fact. I'm depressed. Again.
Why? You tell me! I have absolutely no idea. I just had a wonderful week in Egypt doing something I liked. I was diving and enjoying the sun, getting plenty of fresh air. My economy is better than it has been in a long time, I am actually beginning to see a glimmer in the end of the tunnel. I like my job and I am doing it rather well. My social life is just fine. I don't have one single reason and yet the anxiety is sneaking up on me and my mood is decreasing rapidly. And I'm even taking my meds.
I don't have a reason and I should feel even better than before. But I'm not.
It started a week before I went to Egypt but I was kindly distracted by a 24h virus so I was puking my guts out. While in Egypt I didn't spend much time thinking and all the activities was distracting me from my own mind. Sometimes I caught myself glooming and did my best to "shake it of".
I hope the depression doesn't last for long this time. I have an appointment with a new shrink tomorrow. Unfortunately it's in the middle of my workday but hey… Who gives out doctor appointments at 6.15 pm anyhow? I've never seen that before. Oh well.
I guess I'll just continue as I've done before. Taking each day as it comes and try not to get caught in my own mind traps.
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Eat vitamin D. You might be suffering from SAD as well… and it's getting darker outside! >_<
Now, pictures of your Egypt trip? Show me show me show me! 🙂


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One-an-one discussions, designed to help students develop an eye for the needs of others, to apply the skills they are learning to their own unique circumstances, and to grow their confidence and enthusiasm for living a life of service.
The mentoring program helps the participants apply in practical ways what they have learned from every activity, formulating goals and to navigating the challenges they may encounter along the way. Mentors are committed to meet with their mentees at least once a semester and during the sessions held at the center.
Most of the programs offered at Sheridan provide participants with one-on-one mentoring.


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Paid for another year of this domain name today, wasn't too bad of a price since it's not exactly a high demand domain. I don't think there's another Healy Chen on this planet so it's not like I've got competition clamoring for it. If there is, though, I'd gladly sell it to you for a princely sum.
It's a lovely noise when I drive through my work's parking structure and the boxer rumble from my STI trips up numerous car alarms. Don't blame me, the car came like it stock. You car's alarm is simply too sensitive. Nobody responds to vehicle alarms anyways; they just annoy the crap out of you until it goes away somehow. Not sure why the modern car even bother with such nuisance. If a thief wants your car bad enough, it's effectively gone.


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Situated in the Makarska Riviera, Brela is a small and idyllic Croatian resort which offers a cosy combination of beach culture, pine forests and light tourist entertainment. Still regarded as one of Croatia's hidden gems, a visit to Brela is a true escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
With a backdrop of mountains and tree-covered hills rolling down to the beach, Brela is a small resort with big impact. What makes the landscape unique here is the tree-topped rocks on the edge of the beaches and in the shallows. There's a tiny island just off the main beach that is underlit at sunset, creating a beautiful outlook from the shore and beach bars.
Over six kilometres of stony beach make up Brela's shores, and with only a limited tourist population, there's more than enough room to lay down your towel and enjoy a bit of peace and quiet. Plenty of little coves and hidden spots offer complete seclusion for those who want to really escape.
There are opportunities in Brela for kayaking, diving and boat hire, so you can explore the coast of Croatia by sea. Pull your new sea vessel up to Dugi Rat, the beach that won most beautiful beach in Europe in 2004, and take a dip in the clean, clear waters, which are suitable for families with young kids.
Brela is home to some amazing museums and art galleries, including the Biokovo exhibition at the Natural Park Presentation Centre. Here you'll find zoology, botany, geology and fossils, all on display with reference to their history in Brela and neighbouring resorts in Croatia. No matter what time of year you visit, this is the ideal spot for any avid nature lover.
Meanwhile the history of Brela stands proud in the town, especially in the case of the fortified tower in Soline. The tower guards a series of Filipovic houses, once serving as protection from Turkish invasion in the 16th century. For more recent history, be sure to visit the chapel of St. Stjepan in Donje Selo – a colourful church which was erected in 1897.


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AHL Game Night: 10-13-18 Checkers at CrunchSubmitted by pete on October 13, 2018 - 21:11
Crunch inexperience exposed.
Connor Ingram allowed 4 goals on 33 shots for the loss. Actually played better than the stat line indicates, including stopping a penalty shot.
First Period
4:46 CHA Gauthier (1), (Maenalanen)
17:57 CHA Kuokkanen (3), (Poturalski, Carrick)(PP)
Second Period
11:10 CHA Bishop (1), (Saarela, McKeown)(PP)
16:25 CHA Brown (1), (Bishop, Cajkovsky)(SH)
Third Period
4:42 SYR Sosunov (1), (Tammela, Katchouk)
Ingram was the game's third star.
Syracuse took about a month last season to work out the kinks with a young lineup, and we may see a bit of that to start this season, too. It was a pretty ugly, mistake-pocked game for Syracuse tonight and Ben Groulx will have plenty to work on correcting. Silver lining: big Oleg Sosunov did pot his first pro goal.
Box score from TheAHL.com.
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Thoughts on Oleg SosunovSubmitted by Anonymous on September 2, 2018 - 16:05
As I prepare to head to Estero next Sunday and hopefully get a couple of days to watch camp and exhibitions, I've been thinking about where the big guy will eventually top out. He can't really bust because he's a low round reach in the draft. What constitutes a home run will likely be in the eye of each beholder. I'll say if he graduates from prospect status prior to aging out on a contending Lightning team, that'll be a homerun for me.
CHL Playoffs Game Night: 4-16-18Submitted by timothy on April 16, 2018 - 22:59
Western Hockey League
#2 Swift Current Broncos 6 @ #1 Moose Jaw Warriors 0 (Game 7)
Eastern Conference Semifinals
Broncos win series 4-3
D Oleg Sosunov, MJ: 0-0-0, E, 0 PIM, 1 SOG
Playoff Totals: 14 GP, 0-0-0, -6, 4 PIM
Season Totals: 71 GP, 7-19-26, +35, 62 PIM
'16-'17 Totals (MHL-Russia): 32 GP, 0-0-0, +1, 79 PIM
Stuart Skinner (EDM, 2017 3rd round pick) turned away 25 Moose Jaw shots, pitching a Game 7 shutout. Former Blues prospect and now Flames free agent signee Glenn Gawdin scored twice and added two assists, as the Swift Current Broncos punched their ticket to the WHL Eastern Conference finals against the Lethbridge Hurricanes. The Broncos had their backs against the wall after Game 5, down 3-2 in the series, and then preceded to outscore the potent Warriors offense 13-1 in elimination games 6 and 7. Devils free agent signee Colby Sissons, Tyler Steenbergen (ARI, 2017 5th round pick), an Aleksi Heponiemi (FLA, 2017 2nd round pick) all had multi-point games.
For Bolt prospect Oleg Sosunov, he could join the Syracuse Crunch for their Calder Cup Playoff run, but I wouldn't be surprised if the organization allows him to close out his season. After scoring 7 goals and 26 points in a breakout campaign in his first year in North America, Sosunov hit a wall down the stretch statistically for the Warriors. He was never scratched, even on a loaded Moose Jaw blueline, but the offense dried up in the last 15-20 games of the regular season and the playoffs. There's certainly something to be said for never having too much depth for the Syracuse playoff run, but one gets the sense that Sosunov kind of ran out of the gas. Unlike the watch on Otto Sompii, Sosunov does already have an NHL contract with the Lightning.
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CHL Playoffs Game Night: 4-14-18Submitted by timothy on April 15, 2018 - 14:27
Western Hockey League
#1 Moose Jaw Warriors 3 @ #2 Swift Current Broncos 2 (3OT) (Game 6)
Eastern Conference Semifinals
Series tied at 3-3
D Oleg Sosunov, MJ: 0-0-0, -1, 0 PIM, 3 SOG
Playoff Totals: 13 GP, 0-0-0, -6, 4 PIM
Season Totals: 71 GP, 7-19-26, +35, 62 PIM
'16-'17 Totals (MHL-Russia): 32 GP, 0-0-0, +1, 79 PIM
Sharks free agent signee Jayden Halbgewachs scored a triple-overtime power play goal at the 101:14 mark to stave off a Warriors elimination and force a Game 7 Monday night back at the Mosaic Place in Moose Jaw. It was an epic goaltenders dual as Moose Jaw netminder Brody Willms (undrafted) turned aside 58 shots and Swift Current goalie Stuart Skinner (EDM, 2017 3rd round pick) turned away 35.
After a scoreless first period, Former Jets prospect Matteo Gennaro scored a power play goal in the 2nd period, followed by a goal from Tyler Steenbergen (ARI, 2017 5th round pick) early in the 3rd to give Swift Current a 2-0 edge. But then former Lightning and now Rangers prospect Brett Howden put the team on his back, first setting up top prospect Jett Woo (2018 draft eligible) for his 2nd goal of the playoffs, and then scoring the equalizer himself to force the extra sessions.
The winner of Monday night's Game 7 will draw the Lethbridge Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Finals, who eliminated the Brandon Wheat Kings four games to one.
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OK... it's time for the lie detector test results! [The scientific test applied every show of Trisha].Trisha Goddard
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"Patricia "Trisha" Goddard" is a United Kingdom/British television presenter and actress best known for her morning talk shows, Trisha Goddard (TV series)/Trisha, which was broadcast on a mid morning slot on ITV (TV network)/ITV before later being moved to Channel 5 (UK)/Channel 5. Goddard has been based in the United States since 2010, and is currently hosting her own talk show, which premiered in September 2012.If you enjoy these quotes, be sure to check out other famous entertainers! More Trisha Goddard on Wikipedia.


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Tattoo Workshop
In Collaboration with world renowned Naga tattoo artist Mo Naga, we are organising a workshop here at the farmhouse from 12-22nd december,2016 for tattoo artists and enthusiasts from across the globe. This event is a follow up after the Hornbill Festival (1-10 December) at Kohima, the capital of Nagaland. The aim of this workshop is to promote and impart the knowledge of the traditional Naga hand-tapped tattooing that has been practised for centuries but about to vanish with the globalisation. We will also include tours to meet the tattooed headhunters. Limited slots of 10 persons per day is available and bookings/enquires are open.
Traditional Tattoo workshop at the Tea Retreat
Full board stay at the Tea Retreat
Workshop by Naga Tattooist Mo Naga
Hosted by Phejin Konyak
April01Aoling Festival Aoling Monyu or Spring festival is the main festival of the Konyak's. It is celebrated every year from 1-6 April. It is celebrated after the completion of the sowing of the seeds in the jhum fields. This is done in order to seek the blessings of Yongwan, the supreme God in order to [...]
November23Orange Harvest During the peak orange ripening season of mid November to mid December you can participate and experience picking oranges in the family's orange orchard. More then 5 Lakh (500.000) oranges will be harvested each year.


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Mother's Day Flowers You Can Even Send on Sunday Morning (You're Welcome)
I'm going to make this short and sweet: Mother's Day is less than 48 hours away, and if you haven't gotten your #1 lady a gift yet—well you have a couple of options, like subscription gifts and digital gifts—but time is running out, kids. And if you're the procrastinating type (as a life-long writer avoiding deadlines, I'm with you!), something tells me you're going to roll out of bed on Sunday morning only to realize, "SH*T! IT'S MOTHER'S DAY!"
Don't worry, boos, I got you. Below are 12 gorgeous arrangements you can get to your mama—even on Sunday, thanks to same-day delivery. We threw in a few longer-lasting options too, if you're mom is the type who appreciates a plant more than a short-lived bouquet. Either way, the goal is to make her feel special on the day dedicated solely to her, and flower are going to do the trick. Next up: PICK UP YOUR PHONE AND CALL HER.
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Many people fall behind on their debt payments due to situations beyond their control. If you're facing overwhelming financial difficulties for any reason, you may be able to file for Chapter 13 debt relief. This is different from filing for Chapter 7, which allows for a liquidation of your assets and a discharge of all or most of your debts. Filing for Chapter 13 is a way to restructure your debt, continue to pay it off and perhaps get some relief from certain obligations.
What debts need to be paid in a Chapter 13 repayment plan?
Pros and cons of Chapter 13 bankruptcy
Different types bankruptcy may be appropriate depending on an individual's situation. If you are endlessly stressed about your financial situation and concerned about which debt relief alternative may be the best for you, there are different factors that you should take into consideration before pursuing an option. Chapter 13 bankruptcy, often referred to as the reorganization or wage earners bankruptcy, is when specific assets from an individual are surrendered to pay a debt.
How can I rebuild my credit score after Bankruptcy?
Filing for bankruptcy is a big decision. Many people may suffer financial hardship for a variety of reasons, from costly medical bills to job loss, and can find themselves looking for debt relief through filing bankruptcy. While filing is a freeing in some ways, such as not having to worry about bill collectors calling during dinner, or while you are at work, it can also mean taking a setback to your credit score. Although the thought can seem a bit scary, it isn't the end of the world and it is possible to rebuild your credit after bankruptcy.
Choosing between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy
If you have been having financial difficulties, you have most likely been feeling fear, uncertainty and even shame. At a certain point, it seems like the problem has gotten so bad that you can't see a way out of it and are faced with an overwhelming amount of stress and questions you can't answer. It doesn't have to be that way. The truth is that many Americans have found themselves with large amounts of debt for a variety of reasons. Whatever the reason, there are options for you and there is a way out of your current situation.
Credit card debt: Tis' the season to overspend
For people already experiencing the stress of having high credit card debt, the holiday season can be a nightmare instead of magical. The pressure of buying gifts for family and friends can only add to the stress of how to pay for all of those presents on top of credit card bills you already have trouble paying.
Can I stop debt collectors from taking my car?
People find themselves overwhelmed with debt for a variety of reasons. No matter what the cause, anyone struggling with debt and in danger of debt collection proceedings may begin to feel hopeless. This is natural, but it is important to know that debt is not insurmountable or a bottomless pit that you can't climb your way out of. There are options available and a variety of solutions for your debt problems, which can help you keep your car. The right solution for you will depend on your personal circumstances and eligibility.


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Jessie will be singing with German blues guitar hero Jan Hirte and his superstar band at this sweet live music gem in Berlin. Expect some dirty blues, a little hip shaking, a little wailing and possibly even some singing.
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In Louisiana, reports surfaced in Alexandria's TownTalk online paper that Sundrop Fuels has struck an agreement to sell the 1200-acre site where it once planned to build its $450 million, 50 million gallon capacity first commercial plant to produce green gasoline from woody biomass.
The company selected the site, the former location of the Cowboy Town entertainment complex, in November 2011 and completed the purchase in January 2012.
The CEO of Central Louisiana Economic Development Alliance, Jim Clinton, told TownTalk that "The company tried extremely hard to make this work. Sundrop management did everything within their power. By the time they got to the point where they could build the plant, the economics had changed and the politics had changed."
Sundrop has now confirmed that "It has become clear given the new politics in Washington that our application through the DOE Loan Guarantee program is not going to progress further. As such we are not going to be able to finance and build the facility in Louisiana so there is no point in tying up money there."
So, an unfortunate step backwards for the manufacturing sector — and an interesting proof point that the DOE Loan Guarantee program success is closely tied to the revival of domestic manufacturing. We hope a temporary one — Sundrop's technology and team march on, with we hope another project emerging soon. Perhaps offshore, perhaps one with financing not tied back to Washington's shifting sands. Asia has long been in the long-term focus of the company.
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Officially the last month of JISC funding and we're rushing to finish everything for our informal 'launch' on 24 Sept (if you read this and you have an SL account, come to our site at 1pm on the 24th and join in). We're cracking on with the bots – the tourist bots are circling (at rather unpredictable speeds as of yet) the atrium and we have written the dialogue for the Pompeian ghost bots. These two are integral to the learning activities and their dialogue helps children complete two learning activities, one about life in the household and one about the myths shown in the paintings.
Programming the bots to respond to choices made by the visitor is the complex part of the process. The bots work by reacting to key commands, such as 'come' but the problem is that if anybody in its earshot says that word as part of a sentence, they will obey that command rather than stay in the location and scenario they are supposed to.
The learning activities involve students working in teams with two avatars and are designed to test their communication, cooperation and map-reading skills as well as their historical knowledge. They need to gather information to answer questions on their worksheet. In order to complete the worksheet questions they will need to find and talk to the two Pompeian bots who will test them to see how much they have learned. If the students please the bots with their answers, they are rewarded with the answer to a question or a secret code word. If they fail, then the bot will send them away to find the answer in a specific part of the house.


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Mid term often end with the president's party losing seats in Congress and so it was this time around, only the Democrats lost lots of seats. Lots. The easy (and incorrect) takeaway from this election is to presume America is turning red - the conservatives are on the march now that they have more seats in the US House of Representatives than at any point since World War 2. Yet there are a number reasons why this election is not indicative of sizeable shift towards the Tea Party worldview. Firstly, Obama is unpopular because of his timidity, not because of his liberalism. His delay on immigration reform gave minority voters few reasons to be enthused. Secondly, the Republicans moderated their (admittedly still conservative) rhetoric - Tea Party candidates did not break through in the primaries and the GOP made overtures to those outside their own base, particularly in Colorado and in other so-called purple states that tend to decide elections.
Perhaps most importantly, the voters, when presented with progressive measures in the form of local referendums and initiatives, choose overwhelmingly to get behind them. On Tuesday night, voters in Washington said yes to more background checks on the sale of handguns. The electorate in traditionally conservative, red states in Alaska and elsewhere choose to loosen restrictions on the sale and consumption of pot. Minimum wage hikes were approved in Arkansas and in other areas of the Deep South. Massachusetts opted to approve sick pay, despite the fact that this state voted for a Republican governor.
The Clintons and other Democratic hopefuls beware - they cannot run away from their base in 2016.


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Curso führt reise-journalistische Projekte in Edinburgh, Madrid und Berlin durch. Während ihres Aufenthaltes schreiben und layouten die Teilnehmer unter Anleitung von Journalisten, Layoutern und Projektmanagern aus Edinburgh, Madrid und Berlin ein Stadtmagazin, verbessern ihre Fremdsprachenkenntnisse und üben sich in interkultureller Kommunikation.
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edinburgh.sco: The 'Kiss' of Art
Whether you prefer literature, paintings, music, dancing or storytelling, this city provides every artistic possibility you could ever wish for. Behind every corner there are museums, whether of Modern Art or Classical. Due to Scotland's support for artists Edinburgh has a really impressive collection of art. One of the most memorable pieces on show in the National Gallery of Scotland is 'The Kiss' by the French sculptor Auguste Rodin, who lived from 1840 to 1917. The approximately two metres high sculpture shows an intense kiss between Paulo Malatesta and Francesca Da Rimini. 'The Kiss' refers to Dante's 'The Divine Comedy' from the fourteenth century. The kissing couple was sentenced to death by Paolo's older, jealous brother, the husband of Francesca, who recognises a truly deep, tragic love between the lovers. Doubtlessly the pentelic marble sculpture is one of the 'greatest artistic evocations of physical love'. Rodin, who was famous for his ability to model the human body, was also passioned for showing the realistic, sensitive details of his sculptures. But it's not only this romantic, physical kiss which spreads its spirit across the city of Edinburgh, it appears that a great divine muse has kissed Scotland's capital right on the forehead and it appears quite obvious what makes Edinburgh so special for the pilgrimage of many artists. Imagine the ancient old part of Edinburgh, the majestic castle up on a hill in the middle of the city centre, a cobblestone pavement, Scott's monument, buildings more than 150 years old, imposing churches and tiny paths between the houses. And everything is filled with historic tales or haunted horror stories. Together it enfolds the city with a unique, inspiring character and it is that interaction of a historically rich culture and an affinity to art which creates an incomparable spirit lying all over the city. This leads to one conclusion: Edinburgh simply is a big muse which kisses all its pilgrims, tourists or inhabitants. So you should see Edinburgh with all its artistic environment to get kissed by the muse. Here are some of the most important and impressive places you definitely should visit:
First of all go to the Scottish National Gallery in Princess Street. See the classical impressionists as well as huge portraits for instance by Gavin Hamilton and his 'Achilles Mourning the Death of Patroclus'. Again of course, don't miss 'The Kiss'.
As a complete contrast you should visit the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art...find out more
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