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Stocks opened modestly lower this morning (Dow -41 pts; SPX -.13%). A 2% slide in bank stocks is holding the market back. Gold miners are up 2% in early trading. A host of other industries—semiconductors, retailers, transports, pharmaceuticals, utilities, real estate—are trading higher as well. WTI crude oil is trading down slightly to $49/barrel as Hurricane Irma approaches Florida. Bonds are trading higher as yields plunge. The 5- and 1-year Treasury yields are down to 1.63% and 2.04%, respectively. Yields haven't been this low since the day after the presidential election. This is the proximate cause of the decline in bank stocks today.
US worker productivity during the second quarter of 2017 was revised up to 1.5% annualized growth. This sounds pretty obscure but is important for the long-term health of the US economy. Economists say productivity growth is what drives improvement in the national standard of living. Productivity is essentially hourly output per worker. Viewed very simply, if you are a business owner and the employees are improving productivity, your profit margins are rising. If you measure productivity vs. year ago levels it grew at a 1.3% rate, the strongest in two years. This is a good sign.
Disney announced details on its planned streaming video app, coming in late 2019. Marvel and Star Wars movies will be offered exclusively through the service. The app will primarily feature all Pixar and Disney films. The company obviously plans to develop new content for the app. In addition, there will be a separate ESPN app, coming much sooner, crafted sort of like an iTunes for sports content. CEO Bob Iger also gave earnings guidance in his speech at an industry conference. He said 2017 full-year earnings per share will be roughly in line with 2016. This comes as a surprise to Wall Street analysts, who were expecting stronger results for the back half of this year. There were a number of reasons, one of which was cruise & theme park hit due to Hurricane Irma. The stock immediately fell nearly 3%.
Mastercard (MA) says it expects to achieve about 20% earnings growth this year and next. Wall Street was expecting 17% growth this year and 16% earnings growth next year. And the company has previously guided to "mid-teens" earnings growth. Management also said 2017 revenue will likely come in at the high end of prior guidance. So clearly the business has accelerated recently. The stock is up 3.3% this morning. Visa (V) shares are up 1.9% in sympathy.


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The new Ultimaker 2 has just been unveiled and it promises to be faster and more accurate than the original Ultimaker. There are a few obvious changes which have been made to the design. They've added a heated build platform with a volume of 230 x 225 x 205 mm. The hot-end has been upgraded and dual extrusion support is in the works. The printer is a sleeker design. The wood is gone and the bowden filament drive has been moved to the inside of the machine (an access port has been added for loading and unloading the filament.) The new Ultimaker 2 also features an LCD interface on the machine which allows you to customize flow rate, temperature, speed and more.
You can take a look at it in action here:
The price point for the Ultimaker 2 is €1,895 ($2,563). The printer is WiFi enabled and comes packaged with customizable Cura software. Cura is an open source slicing engine that can pre-process 3D files 60 times faster than some of its competitors. The Cura program also offers a draft mode which allows you to create faster, lower quality prints as needed.
Along with the release of the Ultimaker2, the company recently announced the creation of "YouMagine" an online collaboration site similar to Thingiverse. Unlike Thingiverse however, YouMagine supports group sharing and synchronized editing of files. As an exercise in simplicity, the Cura software is capable of sending your printable files directly to your YouMagine account. You can check out some of the files that have already been uploaded or sign up for a free YouMagine account here.

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Giants safety Collins facing shoulder surgery, out Sunday
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — New York Giants safety and leading tackler Landon Collins is going to miss the rest of the season with a shoulder injury.
The Giants said Wednesday that Collins has a partially torn labrum and will need surgery. The team had said earlier Collins would not play Sunday in Washington.
The expected recovery time for this type of injury can be anywhere from four to six months.
Collins was not in the locker room before the practice to comment.
An All-Pro in 2106 and a two-time Pro Bowler, Collins was hurt in Sunday's overtime win against the Chicago Bears. He left the game late in the first half after assisting on a tackle against halfback Tarik Cohen. He returned at least twice in the second half and has 96 tackles.
"Landon displays what he is, he's a very tough guy, very good tackler, he's made a lot of plays for us, especially close to the line of scrimmage," coach Pat Shurmur said of Collins' season. "I've said it numerous times, in a sport where toughness is required, he's got a lot of it, so that's what I appreciate about him."
Collins has led the Giants in tackles in each of his first three seasons. His contract expires after this season. The second-round draft pick in 2015 has started 60 of the team's 61 regular-season and postseason games. He missed the 2017 season finale after fracturing a forearm.
"It (stinks) not having my guy next to me, but it's a next-man-up league, so that's what we got to do," fellow starting safety Curtis Riley said. "It's going to feel a little funny, but that's my guy, so I got to do it. We got to do it."
Veteran Michael Thomas and rookie Sean Chandler probably will share Collins' workload on Sunday.
"Obviously we're going to miss him, but it's an opportunity for young guys to step up, our new guys to step up," said Thomas, who had five tackles Sunday.
"You don't just replace a guy like LC, two-time Pro Bowl player, All-Pro safety. You don't just replace that, so that's my brother, we're going to ride for him."
Chandler, who had one tackle against the Bears, said he would be ready.
Chandler was an undrafted free agent out of Temple. He played in the NFLPA bowl game in January and was coached by Thomas, who signed with the Giants as a free agent in the offseason.
"He has always tried to give me the inside scoop and way I can do things better," Chandler said of Thomas. "He has always told me to work hard and he still does that."


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"When you expect the best, you release a magnetic force in your mind which by a law of attraction tends to bring the best to you": The Power of Positive Thinking; Signed by Norman Vincent Peale
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The Power of Positive Thinking has sold over 10 million copies and has been translated into 15 different languages. It was "written with the sole objective of helping the reader achieve a happy, satisfying.


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Setouchi Triennale 2019
Join Japanophile John McBride AM for a comprehensive visit to all 12 islands and two ports of the 2019 Setouchi Triennale, celebrating the creativity of Japanese and international artists.
The 'art islands' of Naoshima, Teshima and Inujima in the Seto Inland Sea of Japan have long been on art lovers' bucket lists, but these permanent art installations of global fame are supported by an art event every three years which extends over 12 islands. For the 2019 triennale, John will lead travellers on a comprehensive tour of the full dozen islands and two ports, engaging with the Japanese and international art collected for the event. Experience the laidback lifestyles of the islanders of the Seto Inland Sea, the 'Aegean Sea of Asia', and discover how the traditional culture of Japan still survives in their small villages, supported by this important international art event.
**WAITLIST** Please click 'Join Waitlist' if you would like to be notified if a place becomes available on tour.
This tour is part of the World Art Tours program organised by the Art Gallery Society of NSW in partnership with Renaissance Tours.
Depart Australia or New Zealand in the evening on suggested Qantas flights to Tokyo Haneda Airport.
Arrive at Tokyo Haneda Airport in the early morning and transfer to the domestic terminal for suggested Japan Airlines flight at 09:30 to Takamatsu.
On arrival at Takamatsu Airport at 10:50, meet your tour leader, John McBride, and transfer to Ritsurin Gardens. Created in the early 17th century by the local feudal lord as a strolling and entertainment garden, Ritsurin is one of the most beautiful such 'strolling gardens' in all of Japan.
After a stroll through the gardens, enjoy a light lunch in the garden café. In the afternoon, board a private ferry for Naoshima island. On arrival in Naoshima, check in to the exclusive Benesse Park Hotel, our base for the next three nights.
This evening, enjoy a special welcome dinner at Benesse House with John and fellow travellers.
Spend a day exploring Naoshima's Art House Project. Begun in 1998 in Naoshima's Honmura district, the project takes empty houses scattered throughout residential areas and turns the spaces themselves into works of art, weaving in the history and memories of the period when the houses were homes.
The project is an ongoing one, and presently there are seven art houses to visit: Kadoya, Minamidera, Kinza, Go'o Shrine, Ishibashi, Gokaisho, and Haisha. One of the joys of visiting these houses, set amongst the homes of present-day residents of Honmura, is the chance meetings between visitors and residents, where art rubs up against everyday life.
In the morning, board a private ferry bound for Inujima Island in the Seto Inland Sea. One of the highlights of the 'art islands', Inujima was formerly the site of a copper smelter, now converted into a major artwork through the collaboration of artist Yukinori Yanagi and architect Sambuichi Hiroshi. Yanagi has subsequently worked on other 'conversion' projects internationally, including the Cockatoo Island installation in the 2018 Sydney Biennale. Inujima also includes a number of Ie Projects, where homes in the local village have been given to major Japanese and international artists to create installations within.
Return by private ferry to Naoshima island and visit the Benesse House Museum. One of the pleasures of visiting Benesse House is unexpectedly encountering works of art, not only within the walls of the museum but also while strolling around the grounds, enjoying the abundant natural beauty of the Inland Sea region.
Continue your exploration of Naoshima island with a visit to the Chichu Modern Art Museum, built into the hillside overlooking the southern coast of Naoshima. Designed by Tadao Ando, the museum is primarily underground and utilises natural light to illuminate artworks by Claude Monet, Walter De Maria and James Turrell.
After some free time for lunch, continue to the Lee Ufan Museum featuring works by this Korean contemporary artist.
In the afternoon, cross to Onomichi on the mainland and check in to the hotel.
This morning, take the ferry to Momoshima island. Momoshima is the home base of the artist Yukinori Yanagi, whose work would have been seen earlier on Inujima island. Here on Momoshima, Yanagi has taken over the abandoned primary school, cinema and several private homes to install some of his major artworks. After an exploration of these intriguing artworks and lunch on the island, return to the mainland.
The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure to explore this beautiful location looking out over the Inland Sea towards Hiroshima.
Check out of the hotel and spend a leisurely morning strolling through the back streets of Onomichi, visiting some of the myriad temples hugging the hillside, intriguing restoration projects and interesting old shopping arcades.
After some time at leisure for lunch in town, depart for Uno Port for a ferry to Shōdoshima island.
Upon arrival on the island, check in to the hotel, followed by dinner in the evening.
Enjoy a full day exploring Shōdoshima island and its extraordinary artworks and landscape. Shōdoshima is one of the largest of the islands in the Inland Sea, and notably includes a Noh stage set amongst terraced rice fields. The island is covered with groves of olive trees, giving it a distinctly Mediterranean feel – little wonder the Inland Sea is called the 'Aegean of Asia'!
Dinner is at a local restaurant.
This morning, take a private ferry to Teshima island for a full day exploring one of the most important of the 'art islands'. Teshima Art Museum is world famous and perhaps one of the most sublime contemporary structures in the world. Containing – and embodying – a single artwork, Rei Naito and Ryue Nishizawa's Matrix, the museum is a 40m by 60m concrete shell open to the elements through two elliptical holes, forming a mesmerising dialogue between the artificial and the natural.
Enjoy lunch overlooking the Inland Sea before returning to Shōdoshima by private ferry.
Check out of the hotel and travel to Honijima island. Once the den of the 16th century Shiwaku Armada, the pirates of the Inland Sea and sometime privateers in the service of the Imperial Regent, Honijima recalls its fascinating history in the traditional wooden houses and shrines that are preserved on the island, many embellished with intricate woodcarvings. Wander through the streets of Honijima's old town, and also see some of the works of contemporary art that bridge the span between traditional and modern Japan.
In the afternoon, transfer by private ferry to Takamatsu on the mainland, followed by dinner in the evening.
This morning, visit Isamu Noguchi Garden Museum. The museum is housed in the studio that Isamu Noguchi established in 1969 in the stonemasons' village of Mure, and it was here that he carved the large granite and basalt sculptures which culminated his career. Noguchi's collaborator Masatoshi Izumi still operates a stonemason's workshop next door.
After lunch, take a private ferry to the islands of Ōshima, Ogijima and Megijima. In addition to fascinating art installations, walking along the laneways of these islands offers spectacular views over the Inland Sea itself.
Return to Takamatsu in the evening.
In the morning, board a private ferry at Tadotsu to visit the islands of Shamijima, Ibukijima, Awashima and Takamijima. Once a separate inlet, Shamijima is home to a small fishing village and art museums. Ibukijima is known for its high quality dried sardines, and has a labyrinth of hilly streets and art installations. Awashima, shaped like a propeller, was appropriately the site of a national school for the training of merchant seamen. The final island, once famous for its mosquito coils, Takamijima has scant water supplies, and a population of 1,400 a century ago has now dwindled to just 27.
Return to Takamatsu in the afternoon before enjoying a special farewell dinner with John and fellow travellers.
Enjoy some time at leisure in the morning and in the early afternoon transfer to the airport (included in tour price).
Suggested Japan Airlines flight departing at 15:35 from Takamatsu to Tokyo, followed by suggested Qantas flights from Tokyo Haneda Airport to Australia and New Zealand departing in the evening. Renaissance Tours or your travel agent can assist you with your flights and other travel arrangements, including any additional nights' accommodation, either before or after the tour.
*Single travellers may request to share.
Please advise at time of booking.
Final payment due
14 August 2019
Tour code
Fitness level
Above Moderate
Please see Terms & Conditions for fitness level definitions
Qantas and Japan Airlines
Please contact Renaissance Tours or your travel agent for current airfares and flight reservations.
Australian and New Zealand passport holders do not require a visa to visit Japan.
Tour price includes
- Accommodation in 4-star superior hotels with breakfast daily (B)
- Meals as per itinerary (L = Lunch, D = Dinner), including local wine and beer with dinners
- Comprehensive sightseeing, including local guides and entrance fees as per itinerary
- Talks and lectures with your tour leader, John McBride
- Comfortable air-conditioned coach transportation
- Airport/hotel group transfer on arrival in Takamatsu
- Transfer on departure to Takamatsu Airport if using group transfer
- Gratuities for local guides and drivers
- Hotel porterage (one piece per person)
Tour price does not include
- International airfares (please contact Renaissance Tours or your travel agent for assistance)
- Transfers on arrival and departure if not using group transfers
- Items of a personal nature (e.g. telephone, laundry, mini-bar, taxis etc.)
- Airport porterage
- Travel insurance (a condition of travel; please contact Renaissance Tours or your travel agent for assistance)
Your hotels
Naoshima Island – Benesse Park Hotel ****+
Onomichi – Bella Vista Spa & Marina ****
Shōdoshima Island – Resort Hotel Olivean ****
Takamatsu – JR Hotel Clement ****
N.B. Hotels of a similar standard may be substituted.
Hotels in Japan
– Please note that there are a limited 'double-bedded' rooms available in most Japanese hotels. Most rooms for two persons sharing are 'twin-bedded'.


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Tuesday, 18 February 2014 05:38 PM
The legislation, which would give third-party companies access to now-exclusive rail networks, now goes to the Mexican Senate for a vote, Anthony Gallo, a Wells Fargo & Co. analyst, said in a note Tuesday. Kansas City Southern operates a Mexican railroad under a 1997 government concession that extends to 2027, he said.
"If material changes are made to the existing exclusive concessions, we believe there is a potential for it to be disruptive to rail activity in Mexico and to cross-border activity more broadly," Gallo said. The Baltimore-based analyst rates the company's shares outperform.
Shares of the Kansas City, Missouri-based company declined 4.5 percent to $91.67 in New York, for the biggest daily slide in the S&P 500. Kansas City Southern's closing price was its lowest since January 2013.
Kansas City Southern got 46 percent of its revenue last year from Mexico, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. The company's Mexico unit and Ferromex, in which Union Pacific Corp. has a 26 percent stake, together move about 90 percent of the country's rail traffic, Gallo said.
Union Pacific, the biggest U.S. railroad, fell 1 percent to $178.30. Kansas City Southern is fifth-largest in the U.S.
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BOSTON – Joe Torre has watched one futile swing by Bernie Williams follow another and believes his switch-hitting center fielder needs a map at the plate.
"He is lost right now," Torre said after Williams extended a slump to 0-for-16 by going hitless in five at-bats during yesterday's 6-2 win over the Red Sox.
Torre talked extensively with Williams, who is hitting an embarrassing .191 with one RBI and no homers in 47 at-bats. First, it was during the pre-game stretch. They chatted during BP. Finally, they talked in the dugout during the game. Then Torre sent Williams to hitting coach Rick Down.
"I talked about so many things with him during the game, from the knuckleball approach and all this, I finally said, 'Go to Rick Down, I can't do anything more with you.' I was just trying to loosen him up."
This is Torre's seventh year managing Williams and he has seen this slump before.
"Bernie is one of the more unusual players that I have ever had, not in a bad way. He tries hard all the time but sometimes he over-prepares," Torre said. "Baseball isn't complicated, but sometimes when you have a lot of things going on you complicate it for yourself."
According to Down, this isn't the start of a terrible year for Williams, who has been bothered by two sore shoulders since the middle of spring training that have likely been the reason he hasn't been able to drive the ball.
"He will come out of it by staying aggressive and relaxing," Down said. "He will be fine."
Williams wasn't around to comment after the game.
During the first week of the season, Torre and Down went over a lineup that had Derek Jeter hitting first and Alfonso Soriano ninth. But it took until yesterday, the 13th game of the year, for Torre to drop his hottest hitter from first to last.
"I told him in Toronto that I was thinking about doing it and I wanted to make sure he understood he wasn't being punished," said Torre.


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Who does not need to pamper? Everyone need to pamper themselves once a week or after that busy day. It doesn't matter if it is late evening, nighttime, or early morning. What is important is you have to take the time and the steps to pamper yourself. Treat yourself and love yourself. Here are some I did to pamper myself:
First I went to Ooh La Lash! This is my second time to put eyelash extention. The first one I had it from their other branch. If you want to feel beautiful everytime you wake up in the morning make the Ooh La Lash, the country's most trusted lash extensions salon, shares the essential things you need to know to help you decide and finally go for that beautiful lashes you've been dreaming of! Since applying false lashes everyday can prove to be a painstaking daily beauty episode (not to mention the messy glue application) opting for a safer, more convenient and more natural looking choice is definitely the wiser move!
Generally, I did not feel any pain during the process but it may be uncomfortable to some since they would have to close their eyes for almost an hour –But hey! As they say, "tiis ganda". However, once you see the results – any feeling of discomfort goes away. It would be best to consult the lash experts at Ooh La Lash to asses which kind of extensions are best for your lashes. Some might have thin lashes that may be too weak to carry a heavier extension. I was also glad to know that all products and materials used by Ooh La Lash are FDA-approved and are safe and globally-accepted and all lash technicians are certified by TESDA.
Imagine while their putting my beautiful eyelashes the lash experts at Ooh La Lash sharing what preparations do I need to do before going to them:
- First you have to inform the lash technician if you suffer with claustrophobia or have any neck problems. They are well-trained and capable of answering any concern you may have.
- Make sure to cleanse your eyes and remove any eye makeup or product applied as it may interfere with the adhesives and may cause reaction.
- Make sure you don't have the following conditions: Conjunctivitis, Cataracts, Glaucoma, Styes, Alopecia, Blepharitis or if your are undergoing chemotherapy.
- You cannot have eyelash extensions if you have had an eye operation/eye surgery within the last 6 months.
- If you have scarring to the eye area, eyelash extension service should be performed 6 months after the scarred area has been healed.
- Contact lenses cannot be worn before and directly after the eyelash extension service.
- If you wear glasses, don't forget to bring these with you so the lash technician can make sure there is room for your lashes to grow.
You'd be surprised to know that there are a lot of options to choose from when it comes to lash extensions. At Ooh La Lash, you have the freedom to choose your curl, length and thickness. Go for Light and Natural (30-50 lashes) for natural-looking lashes that would go unnoticed, Classic (51-85 lashes) that's has the perfect length and curl to add oomph to your everyday look, Diva (86-130 lashes) for voluminous lashes with ultimate curl and length that scream va va voom! and Vixen (Unlimited lashes) for long and beaut-full lashes to die for.
Lastly they also share how will I care my newly 'vamped' lashes?
- Avoid wetting your lashes.
- Avoid swimming or exposure to heat
- Do not apply oil-based creams and lotions on or around your eyes.
- Do not apply eye or lash makeup.
- Avoid eyelash tinting, perming or chemical eyelash treatments.
- Avoid sleeping on side or stomach.
- Avoid excessive exposure to heat or steam when swimming, showering or exercising.
- Avoid rubbing your eyes and do not pick or pull your extensions as it might pull off your natural lashes.
- Avoid using oil based makeup remover as it can weaken the adhesives and might cause your lashes to fall off fast.
- If you choose to wear mascara, strictly buy the water-based type.
- Do not use eyelash curlers.
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Then I went to Hey Sugar! Here I had my eyebrow threading and underarm waxing. It's my first to have a eyebrow threading and I did not feel any hurt same thing when I had my underarm waxing. Learned from them that it is more healthy to have eyebrow threading than shaving or using other things to clean your eyebrow. I even bought their product to scrub by underarm since all their products made from organic, all-natural. So they also share the 5 reasons why you shoud go for organic beauty products and services:
1) Less health risks
As said before, most of the beauty products available in the market today contain a standard cocktail of chemicals, which do more harm your skin than good. This, combined with exposure to harmful pesticides and preservatives used on the food sold in supermarkets, can give rise to a number of diseases.
2) Lower exposure to allergens
The chemicals commonly used in beauty products, whether to strengthen its effects or extend shelf life, can cause skin irritation and trigger allergies, particularly for those with sensitive skin.
Organic products may seem less effective compared to their chemical counterparts, but are gentler on the skin and has no side effects.
3) Helps nourish your skin
Organic and all-natural beauty products are all plant-based. Meaning, the main ingredients used in these products come from directly from plants or parts of plants and come with nourishing power. In the same way that you are advised to eat your fruits and vegetables regularly to keep the rest of your body healthy, putting on all-natural products on the skin will definitely help supply it with much-needed vitamins and minerals to boost its health.
4) Better quality products
There's a lot of effort and detail that goes into the production of an all-organic, product, if only because they want to encourage more people to see the benefits of going chemical-free.
5) (Almost) Painless Regimen
Waxing is arguably one of the most tedious and painful beauty regimens anyone has to go through, but through organic options—particularly sugar wax, which wraps thoroughly around the hair and allow for a cleaner pull, pain is greatly reduced.
This is where Hey Sugar! Waxing Salon comes in to save the day! Using only 100%naturally hypoallergenic sugar wax that minimizes side effects such as allergic reactions and chemical irritations caused by traditional wax— you get a gentler but no less effective way to keep your skin smooth and hair-free.
With its recent opening in the newly renovated Unimart in Greenhills Shopping Center – Hey Sugar keeps on sharing the "organic way of life" to more and more people in the Metro. Drop by Hey Sugar Unimart and expect a clean and inviting waxing haven and leave it all to the hands of expert aestheticians trained to deliver the best sugar waxing services.
Hey Sugar! Waxing Salon currently has 25 locations nationwide, including in UP Town Center, Festival Supermall, SM Bicutan, SM Sta. Rosa, SM Bacolod, SM Calamba, Harbor Point, and our newest branch Hey Sugar Unimart Greenhills. To know more, follow them on facebook.com/HeySugarWaxingPh, Twitter.com/HeySugarPhils and Instagram.com/HeySugarPhils. For bookings, contact: 0936-642-0530.
Last and final pamper I went to Nail a holics. Where I had my manicure, pedicure with nail art, foot SPA and foot massage. I did not feel any hurt while removing my "ingroon" and I love their foot massage, feel relaxing. They also give me tips to extend the life of my manicure/pedicure:
- Make sure your nails are moisturized before getting your manicure. Hydrated nail beds cause less nail breakage and chips.
- Always use a base coat before painting colour on. This protects your nails from staining and also acts as a great adhesive for the polish ensuring lasting colour.
- Apply thin coats of polish with every stroke. It dries quickly and doesn't cause bubbles.
- Wait a couple of minutes between each coat to make sure the nail polish adheres properly to its base.
- A horizontal swipe across the tip of your nails after your final coat, along the edge, seals the colour in and protects your nails against chipping.
- If you're rushing, dip your tips in ice cold water to harden the nail polish quicker.
- To extend the life (and shine) of your manicure, apply really thin coats of topcoat every other day.
- Be sure to wear gloves while doing the dishes—water expands the nail bed and causes nail polish to chip.
- Cuticle oil helps freshen up your manicure and moisturize your hand.
- Be careful when applying skin care products. Certain types can cause nail polish to dull and discolour like sunscreen and mosquito repellents.
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Kattunge is a complete food for kittens. This super premium food contains chicken meal as the main protein source. Kattunge also contains just the right amount of taurine to support your kitten's taurine requirements. Husse Kitten is recommended for kittens from weaning to 12 months of age. This product is also suitable for pregnant and nursing cats. No artificial flavors, colors or preservatives.


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Love in Action
Love in Action has been the motto of Children's Service League (CSL) and continues today as demonstrated by the volunteerism of this dedicated group of women.
CSL began helping children in the Permian Basin in the early days of Midland. In 1956, the focus of CSL began to narrow, and after identifying 25 children with cerebral palsy in the community, the organization started the Midland Cerebral Palsy Center.
The first clinic was located on Ohio and moved to it's current location in the early 1970s. It wasn't long after the clinic opened that children with other orthopedic and neurological limitations came for treatment. In 2001 the name was changed to the Midland Children's Rehabilitation Center to better reflect the population it serves.
This dedicated group of volunteers still supports the Center today. They meet the first Thursday of every month at 9:30 am at MCRC. By joining CSL, as a member you are able to volunteer in the following programs:
- Hippotherapy Program
- Aquatics Program
- Open Gym
- Therapeutic Dance
- Sensory Integration Program
- Front office and record keeping
- Special events
- We are the World Camps
- Orthotic and medical evaluation clinics
- Christmas Program
If you are interested in more information on CSL
join us for a meeting:
9:30 am @ MCRC the first Thursday of every month, except for July.
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Served Shu starting with the Yi invasion. Trusted and influential. Died as Regent.
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Wade-Giles: Chiang Wan (Kung-yen)
Simplified Chinese: 蒋琬 (公琰)
Cantonese (Yale): Jeung Yun (Gung-yim)
Cantonese (Jyutpin): Zoeng Jyun (Gung-jim)
Min-Nan: Chio Wan (Kong-yam)
Birthplace: prefecture LingLing, Xiang Xiang county
Rank and Titles
Zhou Shu Zuo; Head of Guang Du County; Governor of Shen Fang County; Shang Shu Lang; Dong Cao Yuan; Can Jun; Fu Jun Jiang Jun; Shan Shu Ling; Du Hu Jiang Jun; Da Jiang Jun; An Yang Ting Hou; Da Si Ma
Family and Relationships
Liu Min (Cousin)
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Romance of the Three Kingdoms: 63, 65, 87–89, 91, 96, 98, 101, 104, 105, 107
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Nothing is more delicious than an at home snack and these Baked Homemade Pretzels are sure to hit the spot! Perfectly salty and easy to customize with cinnamon and sugar or your favorite chocolate dipping sauce, you will not believe how easy it is to create and enjoy these soft and perfect easy baked homemade pretzels.
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Free creative workshop in partnership with the Ipswich Bench Project. Find out what community means to you... join in a creative exploration.
Express yourself through art and build ideas with others. Use lots of different materials and have lots of fun!
Workshops will be lead by local artists Ange Leinster and Tim Germain - Let us know you're coming, call 01473 225 627 !
Free tea and cake for all....
If you can't make this one there are 3 more events over the coming months. Keep an eye out for the dates on our facebook feed. xx


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February 17, 2013, Victoria, BC (ISN) – The University of Victoria Vikes men's rowing team got their 2013 season started at the annual Head of the Shawnigan regatta.
For the first time in several years, the Vikes men captured the top three times over the 6.5-km course on Shawnigan Lake.
While no other universities were represented at the competition, since 1978, the Vikes have used this regatta as the inaugural completion for the spring season. This year, the varsity, JV and frosh-novice crews finished in the top-three spots, a task the Vikes have not been successful at in over 10 years. Competition has always run steep at this event, as two of the top-five Canadian high school crews, Shawnigan Lake and Brentwood, are typically top contenders.
The top-three sweep is a testament to the successful progress of the newly formed "Talent Identification Partnership" formed with the Canadian Sport Centre Pacific and RCA.
"Seeing our frosh crew perform at a level that places them on par with one of the best high school crews in the country shows that our commitment to performance recruiting is paying off," said Vikes men's rowing head coach Howie Campbell.
The current Vikes frosh crew boasts five athletes that transferred their talents to rowing last September, while the first and second varsity crews contain athletes from frosh crews recruited over the past three years.
The benefits of the current performance-recruiting program are now being felt throughout the depth of the Vikes men's rowing program.
"We look forward to all three crews continuing to improve as we move towards our annual dual meet with OSU and the Brown Cup Challenge against UBC, which is the final fixture of the season for the Vikes," added Campbell.
The Vikes men will next prepare for the Elk Lake Spring Regatta (Mar. 2-3), the Oregon State Dual meet (Mar. 9) and the Brown Cup (Mar. 30).


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Ketogenic Meal plans is that this type of essential e e-book that it ought to be the first difficulty of instruction for foundational know-how for all people associated with the Ketogenic Diet into the reduction of seizures in epilepsy – mothers and fathers and gurus alike ketogenic diet. It has "saved the daily life " of a large range of kids with seizures and epilepsy who have been previously unresponsive to traditional overcome with anti-epileptic medications or operation. Making use of the Keogenic Meals plan has introduced lifestyle and enjoyment once more into households who seasoned dropped hope for his / her epileptic little one particular, who, as soon as within the diet regime program, reportedly slowly get again alertness, energy, satisfaction and dropped bodily milestones.
All four contributing authors of Ketogenic Having designs (John Freeman now deceased, in Jan '14, despite the fact that his legacy will keep endlessly) function throughout the Johns Hopkins Clinic and so are unquestionably eminent and influential inside their area, which includes the utilization in the Ketogenic Diet regime method to decreased seizures in cases of refractory epilepsy. Their contribution within the lives of a great number of persons is unimaginable.
John Freeman: Paediatric Neurologist and ethicist, founding Head in the John Hopkins Paediatric Division of Paediatric Neurolgy and Head of one's Beginning Defects Clinic.
Eric Kossof: Affiliate Professor of Neurology and Pediatrics, "has committed his career to investigating and investigating the have an affect on of putting youthful little ones and more mature those with epilepsy using a 90% fat diet plan regime to control their seizures."
Zahava Turner: Dietician.
James Rubenstein: Neurodevelopmental paediatrician.
The idea of the the moment controversial but wonderful taking in system, which is made up of around 90% extra fat and very negligible protein or carbohydrate, forces the brain to break down excess fat to the body's have to have of ability, as a result of the absence together with the usual supply of power, glucose. Regardless that regarded as early as currently being the 1920, it was Freeman who re-instigated this process of managing refractory epilepsy inside the 1980's,adhering to his ethics and withstanding professional criticism.
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Marco's Coal Fired is rooted in Family & Tradition.
For more than 10 years, our guests have shared everything from first dates to engagements and new family additions with us!
Let us provide the beautiful & delicious backdrop for your next event! We offer the custom party packages and excellent service you expect, with the Italian-charm you love.
Your guests will be wowed by our warm & welcoming ambiance while enjoying the Best Pizza in Denver!(We are 4-time 5280 Magazine Top of the Town Winners!).
We work with you to create the perfect event for you and your guests whether you are looking for a high end affair featuring one-of-a-kind charcuterie, passed appetizers, pizza and entree's OR a casual "pizza party" with an easygoing vibe.
Marco's Coal Fired | Ballpark
features two of the most beautiful & private spaces in Downtown Denver.
Private Courtyard Patio - A bright, Italian outdoor oasis! Enjoy a one-of-a-kind mural that features scenes from Cinque Terre, Burano, and Naples Italy. Be sure to take LOTS of beautiful pictures of friends and family against the walls of the courtyard - a simply stunning backdrop. Great for groups of 25-50 people.
Private Dining Room - A low lit, cool, romantic space with exposed brick and TV screen. Completely private and great for groups of up to 50 people.
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located in Englewood, CO in the Vallagio at Inverness has a duo of dynamic, unique and flexible group dining spaces!
Private Dining Room - Fully outfitted with it's own AV station and a multitude of seating and cocktail arraignments, this space accommodates 40 - 55 people.
Outdoor Patio - This fully covered space is the warm weather party location you've been waiting for! Equipped to accommodate up to 100, fully accessible, and we're dog-friendly!


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2016 52' Lagoon 52F-Summertime
Summertime, sailing out of Capo D'Orlando, Sicily, is ready to take you on an adventure of a lifetime! Combining the relaxation of sailing and exploring quiet coves with the high adrenaline of being the ONLY catamaran charter in Italy to offer a flyboard and jet ski, the options cover everyone's desires.
With 5 beautiful double cabins, Summertime is perfect for a large family or group of friends. There's plenty of lounging areas- there's a large flybridge lounge with bimini; a forward settee and trampolines, and a stern lounge and dining areas which blends beautifully into the interior salon. Sun- shade- quiet- excitement…Summertime covers it all!
And, of course, you can't beat the location! Sail from the northern coast of Sicily and explore the Aeolian Islands. A magical place just waiting for you to come and discover for yourself. So, get to Summertime…and get sailing!
Summertime includes the following features and amenities:
5 double cabins with en-suite bathrooms, dry stall showers, and electric toilets.
Spacious flybridge lounge with bimini
Forward settee with trampolines
Stern lounge and dining area with open access to indoor salon
A 40 HP dinghy with double towable airstream
SUP, Submarine Dolphin SeaDoo, water carpet, snorkel and fishing gear
Pricing: Up to 8 Passengers
July, August, Holidays: €17,000
Low Season: €10,000
Flyboard: €200/hr + fuel
Jet Ski: €100/hr + fuel
Additional Obligatory Costs:
Comfort Package: €2700
This includes a crew of 3, Ortigia Toiletries made in Sicily, final cleaning, linen/towels,robes/beach towels, water toys, dinghy.
10 Passengers: Additional €2000 per week
Security Deposit: €3000
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Choosing the right theme for your online store can make all the difference when it comes to the success of your business. Your chosen e-commerce theme should have all the necessary features that will help you convert store visitors into buyers as well as an attractive design.
But, finding the right theme can be time-consuming and overwhelming, given the amount of themes available for WordPress. That's why in this post, we've rounded up the top 10 best e-commerce themes that will take your store to the next level.
1. Flatsome
The first theme on our list, Flatsome, comes packed with customization options as well as features built to help you boost conversions. The Flatsome theme has a modern and clean design that allows you to promote your featured products with a stunning slider and you'll also find an elegant grid layout so you can showcase various product categories. On top of that, the theme includes features such as drag and drop page builder, SEO optimized code, catalog mode and quick view features, built-in wishlist, and more.
I have a complete tutorial on youtube for these theme as well here
2. Porto
The Porto theme is a versatile and responsive e-commerce theme that offers a number of different demo layouts. You can choose your favorite and then simply import it with a single click onto your site to make your store have the same look. This theme is also easy to customize and you can choose from unlimited colors and hundreds of Google Fonts. Porto includes Ajax-based filtering in shop and product archive pages as well as a lightbox feature that allows customers to see the product without clicking through to the product page.
3. Shopkeeper
Try the Shopkeeper theme if you want to impress your visitors with large and striking product images. Thanks to the heavy focus on images and minimal design, the Shopkeeper theme does an excellent job of putting your products front and center and eliminating the distractions. You'll also find an easy to use page builder along with plenty of customization options so you have full control over the design of your store. The theme also comes with the ability to adjust the number of displayed products in a single row, catalog and quick view feature and customization options for each individual product page.
4. Massive DynamicThe Massive Dynamic theme is a page builder and WordPress theme in one. With this theme, you get access to Massive Builder, a drag and drop page builder that allows you to create a completely unique page layout by simply dragging and dropping elements where you want them to appear on your page. You can also choose and control visual styles such as colors, fonts, margins, and more. Additionally, this theme also integrates with some of the most popular WordPress plugins so if you're looking for a powerful theme with plenty of flexibility, look no further than Massive Dynamic.
5. Marketify
If you're looking to build a marketplace that allows third-party vendors to sell products from your store, then the Marketify theme is for you. Aside from a clean, responsive, and modern design, Marketify offers plenty of pre-designed templates for registration, login, and vendor profile pages. You can use this theme to sell both digital and physical products. Other notable features include testimonials from satisfied buyers, the ability to show social proof or product demonstration through video and audio previews of any product, wish list creation, store credit, recommended products feature, and so much more.
6. CheckoutThe Checkout theme is another great choice if you want to build a marketplace or focus on selling digital products only. The Checkout integrates with Easy Digital Downloads so you can easily start selling stock photography, audio files, eBooks, videos, online courses and more. Several predesigned templates are included with this theme as well as Ajax-based filtering options, vendor dashboard, reviews, testimonials, and more. The Checkout is fully responsive and includes plenty of styling options so you can customize colors, fonts, and other visual aspects of your store.
7. FashionThe Fashion theme is a perfect choice if you want to start an online boutique. The Fashion theme comes with a beautiful header slider so you can display recent or popular products. You can also encourage more visitors to make purchase by showing perks such as free shipping, member discounts, and more. The theme makes it easy to display all the brands available in your store as well as feature popular categories. Customize the theme with the Live Theme Editor and let your customers use the quick view feature to view product features and description without clicking through to the product page.
8. DiviThe Divi theme is a powerhouse of a theme that comes with an easy to use drag and drop Divi builder. You can use the builder to build a gorgeous layout for your product pages and customize every element that you add. Furthermore, the Divi theme comes with plenty of premade layouts which can be added to your store with a single click and then customized to match your branding. Divi integrates fully with WooCommerce and several other plugins so you can easily create your store and start selling within minutes.
9. XStoreThe XStore theme includes an impressive number of premade demos and a modern design. It's suitable for a variety of stores and you can easily sell furniture, fashion items, jewelry, and more. The theme comes with the ability to customize individual product pages as well as your entire site and your customers can make use of the filtering options, quick view and catalog mode, mega menus, and more.
10. The RetailerThe Retailer theme is not only easy to use but it also includes detailed setup instructions so you can setup your store as fast as possible. The theme is fully responsive and allows you to create different product variations, show customer testimonials and reviews, start an affiliate program or more. On top of standard e-commerce features such as catalog mode, quick view, and others, the theme also includes pre-built page layouts and a powerful theme options panel.
Final Thoughts
The themes on this list are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to e-commerce themes. Use this roundup as starting point if you want to create your online store as fast as possible and find the perfect e-commerce theme for your online store.
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Still Moving.
STILL MOVING is poetic and practical at the same time. It shows pictures, but its also a very bright and dimmable LED lamp for reading, dining and working.
STILL MOVING with one film € 1.900,- incl BTW
With extra films € 75,- each
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I'll never forget the Hooker Valley track. We set off early in the morning to the from our campsite at the base of the Hooker valley accompanied by the rumble of distant avalanches. In early summer the start of the track passes through lush meadowland with dense patches of beautiful white flowers. This garden-like scene quickly gave way to dense glacial moraine punctuated by milky lakes and rapidly flowing rivers.
After a two hour hike we reached the end of the track: the rapidly retreating Hooker Valley glacier. We sat on the lake side and ate our hastily prepared ham sandwiches as the clouds cleared to reveal a pristine view of Mount Cook.


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PA Program: Marquette University
How long is your program and what quarter/semester are you in?: At Marquette University, our program is 2.5 years or eight semesters long I just started my first year this past August, and just started my second semester this January.
Class size: At Marquette University, our class size is currently 55 students. Half of our class are "internal" Marquette students, meaning that they attended Marquette for undergrad, or currently attend Marquette. The other half of the class are "external" students meaning that they received a bachelor's degree from a different university. Currently, Marquette is a "3-3" program meaning that undergrad students can apply early from Marquette to start their first year of PA school their junior or senior year, doing three years of undergrad and three years of PA school. However, lots is changing at Marquette. The previous interview cycle accepted 80 students, with what was rumored to be the last year of the 3-3 program. Currently Marquette is looking to expand the PA program size with our new building on campus as well as move towards only accepting those with previous bachelor's degrees. For my cycle, over 1,400 people externally applied for the 27 seats.
Why did you apply to your program?: Marquette was a school that I didn't have on my application list originally. I was encouraged to apply to the school from a PA that I shadowed, as it was her alma mater. She had also attended Creighton for undergrad, and I saw many similarities between herself and me. Investigating the school a bit more, I was further inclined to apply after seeing Marquette's statistics.
Why did you end up choosing to attend your program?: I chose to attend Marquette because of its high PANCE pass rates, the urban Midwest location and larger class size. Marquette is one of only 30 schools in the US that has had 100% PANCE pass rates first try since the start of the program over 20 years ago. Although the program is slightly longer than the average, I know that I will feel prepared to work as a PA, as some of this third year offers more time for clinical electives.
Is there anything unique about your program?: Marquette is currently a 3-3 program as I explained above, but this is going to be discontinued due to the demand for PA school seats. We are also getting a brand new 18.5-million-dollar PA building that will be completed at the end of the summer!
What is your favorite study resource?: Hands down my favorite study resource is my iPad and Apple pen. (Affiliate links). Although my iPad doesn't really qualify to be a "study resource", it has quickly become my life line in PA school. I purchased my iPad junior year of undergrad and have never looked back. It is great for taking notes, making flashcards and is my portable white board. My brain learns best when I can write and draw material and then re-write and re-draw until I feel confident. Apps, such as Notability, make this very easy! Additionally, I enjoy having any textbooks needed on my Kindle or Amazon app.
What is the most difficult or surprising part of PA school?: The most difficult part of PA school was moving to a new city, living alone and making friends. People often think that PA school is entirely about academics and trying not to fail, but a huge part of PA school is about your personal health and happiness. You need good friends and a network of PA students regardless of if you are attending school at home or in a new city. I thought that Facetiming and calling friends from college and home would be enough but found myself lonely those first few weeks. Having now found a great group of friends, attending class and other school events is more fun.
What advice would you give to other PA students?: Don't talk about how stressed you are amongst your peers. Just don't do it. There are people that will only ever spill negative energy about how much they have to do and how little time they have to do it in. If you don't let yourself talk about your workload or stress, you won't feel as anxious about your week. Additionally, nobody enjoys the PA student that always makes you feel that you're behind. Understand how you deal with stress and prepare for busy weeks in advance as best you can.
Where can we find you? I started a blog with my good friend Mikayla from Creighton called the PA Prescription. You can find us on Instagram @thepaprescription as well as a link to our blog: thepaprescription.squarespace.com. We are a unique blog in that we discuss the path to PA in a dual perspective (gap year vs. no gap year).
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The Debut of J.Day's first mixtape "The Lifestyle" gives you a bit of everything. With features from Yandi, Tre Stripes, and DMEEZY J.Day signifies his stamp in the rap game as San Diego's pledge. Live from the Westcoast.
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Peonies are beautiful. I can't badmouth the High Priestess of bridal flowers. Apart from when they arrive at market looking like small green bullets. And I need them to look like big blousy renaissance style blooms. In two days.
But necessity is the mother of invention in this game and I have discovered that where the heater and hairdryer fail; a strategically parked van, a sunny day and windows wound up, can do the trick.
Anyway, that was last week. This week they turned up ready to burst open so they stayed in the fridge until Thursday and behaved like professionals today.


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Factors to Consider When Choosing A Place to Vacation Travel
Many individuals go for vacations during summer. Despite the fact that there are many places to visit, many people are confused on which place to go The destination you choose depends on many factors Creating a budget is the first step. This way you will not incur unwanted costs once you go for vacation. Include all the activities you want to take part in not forgetting accommodation and food It is a good idea to add additional cash for emergencies and activities that you had not planned for After you are done with setting a budget, it is time to choose your destination
Whoever you bring on vacation is a big factor.
The place you choose to vacation is entirely your choice if you plan to go on alone. If you go as a family, you want a destination that has family friendly activities especially if kids are involved The internet plays a big role when it comes to choosing a destination It offers different destinations in every part of the world Choosing locations that are far away could end up costing you more to get there but the expenses might be actually minimal It is not surprising to find out that you will spend more on expenses once you choose destinations that are close to you
Another factor to consider is your lodging preferences once you get to the destination A hostel is a good idea if you don't plan to spend a lot of time indoors Hotels on the other hand are great for those who value their privacy For people who don't want to eat out often, they can look for a place that is ideal for setting up a home base to do their own cooking. What you intend to do once you get to your destination is of great importance Staying in the city is fun if you want to explore all the culturesThe beach is a great place for those who want to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery
Getting to know the purpose of travelling is important to help you know which destinations to vacation Summer is a time that is most preferred time for travelling, this is why major destinations such as New York and Paris are usually crowded. For individuals who have no problem with large crowds, popular destinations are the best However, there are also great destinations for people who get anxious and irritable around big crowds There is no perfect destination, how you plan will determine how much fun you get to enjoy


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Corporate Identities - that is, usernames and passwords - continue to be one of the main points of attack against businesses. For a reason! Many points of authentication are internet-facing humans who generally do a poor job of choosing passwords and can be easily manipulated into giving out their credentials.
Ninety percent of Fortune 500 businesses run on the Microsoft Cloud. Yet research shows that business and IT professionals are still leery of moving their infrastructure to Public Cloud. "There's never been a more versatile, secure, and highly visible Cloud option on the market," said Cloud Solutions Engineer Jordan Helton. "Unfortunately, the journey to Public Cloud has been difficult for some because they didn't have the right partner helping them through the process. And others are intimidated by Public Cloud giants like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure."
Topics: public cloud, Cloud, Security
Is your IT infrastructure at a crossroads? With more scalability, control, and lower costs topping your list of priorities, you know the best solution is likely in the cloud - but which one? The roadmap you've been given to navigate the many cloud options isn't clear or seems risky.
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I believe that DC comics owes a major debt of gratitude to the CW. This is because almost all the new Flash fans I meet claim to have fallen in love with Grant Gustin's run (hah! pun) on the character in the titular TV series. Last season's two-parter episode that… ...Read More »
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So, to start out my tenure here are GES-SA I thought I would talk about a slightly older release From Kotobukiya. The All Star Batman & Robin two pack. Now just to lend a little context to the piece, this statue set is based on artwork by Jim Lee in… ...Read More »
HIGHLIGHTS AT rAge 2014
Game, gadget and technology enthusiasts will be descending on The Dome in Johannesburg between 10 – 12 October for the annual rAge expo. Now in its 12th year, the line-up of exhibitors will not disappoint and visitors can look forward to an all-embracing array of displays, interactive experiences, give-aways, ...Read More »


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Greenwood Lake Residents:
Your Voice is Needed!
Change and growth are words that can make people nervous, especially when it's unknown as to how their lives and communities will be impacted. That said, change and growth are coming to Greenwood Lake whether we want it or not. We need to ask ourselves, do we approach "change and growth" strategically and intentionally? Or do we leave things alone and let things change haphazardly or without a shared vision of what "change and growth" should look like? Also, while it's important to protect and maintain what we have, and to identify the things we need and want, nothing comes without a price. That is what the Town of Warwick Visioning process is about. It's about prioritizing goals and creating a plan on how we manage "change and growth" going forward. This is what will be discussed at our up-coming "Community Voices" meeting. The meeting is open to the public and everyone is encouraged to attend. It's about your future! Become engaged in the process and attend.
Community Voices Workshops
The public meetings scheduled for November and early December will review the results of the survey, suggest additions, identify what's missing, and prioritize preliminary community goals. As you arrive, you will be seated at small tables and will meet your trained facilitator. You will use electronic keypads, small hand-held devices, that will register your responses to questions and instantaneously display the results on a screen.
At the completion of the November meetings, TOGETHER Steering Committee members will hold small, informal meetings to present the results to groups of residents that may not have had an opportunity to participate previously (non-English speaking residents, for example).
It is up to you to imagine what the Warwick Valley has the potential to achieve. TOGETHER will reflect your ideas and aspirations for the future. It will be based on the consensus that you help identify and the priorities that you set. It will be as bold as you can envision it! It will be detailed with specific, achievable tasks and recommendations on how to implement them.
The results will be presented to the Warwick Valley community in early 2018.


text: Adam Cooley is a Baltimore based actor with theatre credits that include performances with Stillpointe Theatre, Iron Crow Theatre, Creative Alliance, and multiple one-man shows at Ottobar, Germano's, and Alchemy of Art. New York credits include Radio City Music Hall, Feinstein's at the Regency, Manhattan Children's Theater, Cindy Shurin Theater, and the Secret Theater. He has performed regionally at Signature Theater, Merry Go Round Playhouse, Central Piedmont Summer Theater, North Carolina Theater, Schoolhouse Theater, Studios of Key West, among others, as well as on the national tour of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Multiple TV/film credits include Wedding Crashers, Law and Order, Meet Dave, the local webseries Thespian, Basura: Long and Hard, and the upcoming Red Woods.


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WASHINGTON — The big legislative wrap-up to Washington's year was not only productive but instructive, providing plenty of insight into the players and policy fights ahead in 2016.
For instance, the new speaker, Paul D. Ryan, has given some of the House's "Vote No, Hope Yes" caucus the confidence to actually vote yes. Senators Mitch McConnell and Harry Reid don't dislike each other personally, only professionally. And President Obama is no longer in the Senate but can filibuster with the best of them from the White House press room lectern (52 minutes and only six questioners?).
There were other, more telling developments as well.
Deficits no longer seem to matter. Republicans pounded Democrats over the dangers of deficit spending and its harm to the economy and future generations when they were seeking to wrest control of Congress. But the volume dropped considerably when Republicans were looking to make deals. The compromise on Medicare doctor fees struck this year added $141 billion to the deficit, and last week's tax deal added a whopping $500 billion at the hands of Republicans. It was the Democrats, in fact, who were complaining louder about the rise in red ink.
If you give lawmakers a reason to vote for something, they will. Since earmarks — special projects for home districts and states — were banned, congressional leaders have struggled to provide an incentive for lawmakers to support spending bills. While the omnibus spending bill and the tax legislation easily approved last week didn't contain traditional earmarks, they were full of spending and policy provisions attractive to lawmakers in both parties. They included aid for Sept. 11 emergency workers, additional health research money, extra Pentagon money, and all sorts of less noticeable examples of federal largess. Most lawmakers still like to go home and say they got something, not just blocked something.
Some people won't vote for anything. Senator Richard C. Shelby of Alabama, a senior Republican on the Appropriations Committee, opposed the omnibus despite having a big role in writing it, presumably because he could face a primary challenge next year. Mr. Shelby also opposed the omnibus last year, when he played an even more pivotal role in writing it. Sometimes "no" is the easiest vote.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce still has juice. The chamber and some of its business allies have been under fierce attack from the right for serving only special business interests, but the trade association flexed its lobbying muscle to get the Export-Import Bank renewed. And there was plenty for business interests to love in both the tax and spending bills. More quietly, the chamber held off a push to make new cybersecurity requirements mandatory for businesses rather than voluntary. Conservative activists have a long way to go to defang the chamber.
The Senate can indeed be a cooling saucer. In the aftermath of the Paris terrorist attacks, passage of tough new restrictions on refugees from Syria and Iraq seemed a certainty after the House moved immediately and overwhelmingly to make it much harder for them to enter the United States. Many saw the effort as misguided. Then the Senate took a Thanksgiving break, and the momentum behind the refugee effort flagged. Instead, both the House and the Senate moved ahead with tightening the visa waiver program, which many concluded was a much greater security vulnerability than refugee entry. It worked just how the founders drew it up.
Senator Reid's risky strategy paid off. Mr. Reid, the Democratic leader from Nevada, and his leadership team took a gamble when they decided to block the new Republican majority from bringing up any spending bills unless and until Republicans agreed to negotiate higher domestic spending levels. The move could have easily saddled Democrats with the same obstructionist label they had plastered on Republicans. But Democrats hung together, and Republicans eventually capitulated.
The intransigence of the hard right empowers Democrats. Mr. McConnell and particularly Mr. Ryan were forced to work with Democrats to fashion the big year-end package because they couldn't be certain of enough Republican support for the spending bill. As a result, Mr. Reid and Representative Nancy Pelosi of California, the minority leader, played outsize roles in writing the bill and, in cooperation with the White House, managed to keep out most policy changes sought by conservatives who were not going to vote for the legislation anyway. Republicans got to repeal a 40-year ban on oil exports, but Democrats got more.
A policy gulf divides the parties' presidential candidates and their colleagues in Congress. Despite bipartisan consensus in the closing days of Congress, the presidential contenders were having none of it — if they bothered to vote at all. Senators Ted Cruz of Texas, Rand Paul of Kentucky and Marco Rubio of Florida, all Republicans, opposed a long-term highway bill that passed 83 to 16. Mr. Cruz and Mr. Paul opposed the omnibus spending bill while Mr. Rubio didn't vote. Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont, the Democratic presidential hopeful, also voted against the spending bill. Distance from Congress is a presidential campaign must.
Let the appropriators work. The annual appropriations process has been a mess for years, but the approval of the spending bill showed that members of the once-powerful panel can produce legislation with bipartisan appeal if given the chance.
That last lesson may be the most important one heading into 2016. Congressional leaders seem to have rediscovered the beauty of spending bills as a way to exert congressional influence. Both sides are promising to be cooperative next year in doing the 12 appropriations bills the old-fashioned way — one at a time. With overall spending levels already set in this year's budget deal, there should be little reason for another spending breakdown.
After years of stalemate, Congress might have found a way to function by going back to what it does best: spending money.


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The Tenuous Image
The Tenuous Image
This book, with its ephemeral title, published in conjunction with the exhibition of the same name, examines the stakes linked to the appearance and disappearance of an image, to that extremely precarious moment of tension when the image becomes possible. The book begins with a text by the exhibition's curator, which serves as an introduction to the essays that follow. Taking the exhibition's premises as inspiration and following their own respective trails, Georges Didi-Huberman, Ellie Epp and Rober Racine add their voices to Nicole Gingras' in an exploration of the notion of the tenuous image. The works presented in the exhibition are reproduced in a section in the middle of the book.
The collection entitled LES ESSAIS provides a site for discussion and confrontation between various currents of photographic theory. The texts in this collection explore the repercussions on photography resulting from the historical development of the gaze.
Authors: Nicole Gingras, Georges Didi-Huberman, Ellie Epp, Rober Racine
Artists: Mireille Baril, Sophie Bellissent, Georges Didi-Huberman, Wyn Geleynse, Michal Rovner, Michèle Waquant
Under the editorial direction of Nicole Gingras
Design: Kevin C. Rowdon
Texts in English and French, 136 pages, black and white reproductions, perfect binding


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Damn, It is so cold I hope I don't get stood up again, I thought. I paid the cab driver twenty dollars wishing him a safe and good night. I stood right on the corner and gave him a call. He didn't pick up. It had to be sixteen degrees outside and Lord knows I don't want to be out here for long. I saw the street sign counting down from 20 seconds and ran across the Grand Concourse to the other side. Maybe if I wait half way into the subway I won't be too cold. I was making my way down the steps when someone called me. It was a middle-aged black man with his lips swollen.
"Hey sir, I'm sorry I know it's cold I came from the shelter that's around the block behind Taft High School, I need help with getting my ID in Brooklyn. It's kind of hard asking people out here, you know man, this one guy thought he was too good to help me."
I looked at him and shook my head. "Yeah, okay do you need help getting on the train I can swipe you on–"
"No," He interrupted," I can get on the train with no problem, I just need help with money for getting my ID, you see this?" He pointed to his fist. I saw one huge, dry, ashy, cold knuckle. "My main man, was telling me not to act a fool and rob people."
" Yeah, don't do that sir, it's no need for all of that it is way too cold!" I said. He continued asking if I can help him with anything and I stood there thinking what I should do. Should I lie and say no? or break my twenty and give him ten?
"Well, lets look for a store and I will help you out with something." I said. He sighed in great relief. We found a store several feet away where I broke the twenty and gave him two fives.
"Yo, man thank you so much, I am so grateful. I seen you cross the street and wanted to compliment your jacket also." He said. I get compliments on my jacket quite often.
"Thank You and sure no problem." I said. " So what is your name?" He asked.
"My name is Donovan." We walked back up the hill to the concourse and bid farewells when my phone started to ring.
It was Tyree. I seen him across the street standing tall with his Tim's that match his beige jacket and hat. He was looking all other ways instead of in front of him when I approached him. He still looked the same from last week. Which made me a little at ease. "Yo, your here," He said smiling. "I'm sorry that I had you waiting the other two times. I told you about my cousin in-law getting locked up and shit. I know we were suppose to go to the movies too–"
"Yeah, I know, but it is okay, now I am here. It's cold as fuck now too." I said. We walked down the hill. He was telling me how they all drinking getting ready for the night. He convinced me to get some liquor. I didn't feel like drinking, merely because I didn't want to be drunk in an unfamiliar place with strange people. "Okay, but I am getting the smallest thing of vodka," I said. "Alright cool, and I'll cover your drink," he said. I got me a little Barton's Vodka. I never had that brand. I am not even a drinker. Liquor stores are as foreign to me as Spongebob is to being late for work.


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You will find that there are many advantages to purchasing commercial real estate. However, all of those motivations should be your choice based on your existing knowledge. Your profits will reflect your level of knowledge, so never stop learning about commercial real estate. Hopefully these pointers will help guide you in the right direction to expand your knowledge base of commercial real estate while maximizing your profits.
There are different types of commercial real estate brokers. A full service broker works with both the tenants and the landlord. Some agents represent only the tenants. You may be helped much more with a broker who just works with the tenant, as that person most likely has more experience in handling tenants successfully.
When you are considering making an investment in commercial real estate, know what you need. Draw up a list of specific attributes your office space must have, including size, number of meeting rooms, and available bathrooms.
Motivated Sellers
Keep an eye out for motivated sellers. Motivated sellers are more willing to work with you in selling their property, but you will have to look to find them. Until you locate a great deal, nothing moves one way or the other when it comes to real estate. Once you identify a great deal, it is usually offered by a seller who is eager and very motivated to sell.
Take note of the environmental condition of a property you are looking at. It is your responsibility to ensure that your property is free from environmental waste or safety hazards. Are you considering a property that is located in a flood zone? You may want to reconsider your choice. You should get in touch with environmental assessment agencies in order to get information on the area you are thinking about purchasing an item.
If your property deal requires inspections (as it should), look at the inspector's credentials. There are more than a few people working in without certification in the pest removal and insect fields, so make especially certain to ask for proof of certification from them. This will avoid bigger problems in the post-sale.
One of the key things to consider when working with commercial loans instead of those from the residential market is that you should expect to pay a higher percentage of money down on the property. Shopping for the best lending rates and looking at many investments is the surest way to find a property that matches your goals and budget, which makes obtaining the loan needed much more likely.
Have your business needs in line before looking for commercial real estate! Have an exact idea on what type of office space is required for your company. If you intend to have company growth, it might prove wise to purchase more square footage than you initially need, as doing so in a low market can yield savings later.
Interest Rates
Fluctuating interest rates pose one of the single greatest threats to commercial real estate investors. Depending on the economic conditions, you can see rates rise up and down with shocking inconsistency, leaving investors in the dust when interest rates rise dramatically. Take this into account when searching for properties, and include it in your evaluation of when and what to buy.
As pointed out in this article's beginning, there are many situations that make it advantageous for you to look into commercial real estate investments. Each will require that you delve further to learn as much as possible. Apply the tips from the article above to your commercial real estate needs and you are sure to be on your way to maximizing your profits.
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After just 48 hours at Reilly's Rock, you may believe that you've been transported to a fairy tale or into a historical novel. Join me in this secret garden in Mlilwane, Swaziland. Wild 31 Magazine is out now.
"You would never know that 8 weeks before this photograph (was taken), this tiny girl was at death's door," Dr Sarah Cusick.
I sat in a coffee shop in Charlottesville waiting for Joel Sartore. Laptop flashing my portfolios laid bare … my heart thudding faster than a Grand National winner. Joel arrived and we talked photograhy and photographers.
I was awarded the Helge Hummelvoll Scholarship for MPW66, the Missouri Photo Workshop.
LOOKbetween 2014 Celebrating the vision of photographers, igniting conversations about critical issues, fostering the next generation of artists. Charlottesville, Virginia.
In November 2013 the Fellows Selection Committee finalised its decisions and I was accepted as an Associate Fellow of the iLCP.
Photographing the end of Kreef
January 2013
2012 was an inspiring year for me, in part because I won a few major awards and saw my work exhibited for the first time:
I was awarded 1st for Documenting a Conservation Project at Art Wolfe's International Conservation Photography Awards (ICPA) 2012 with the images I created at SANCCOB...
Snapshot: Samantha Weinberg explains what happens at the Aldabra atoll in the Seychelles when the lagoon tides chip away at the coral...
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|Vintage Pulp
|Jan 5 2016
Above and below are assorted covers featuring yet another fun mid-century paperback art motif—the looming or threatening shadow. The covers are by the usual suspects—Rader, Phillips, Gross, Caroselli, Nik, as well as by artists whose work you see less often, such as Tony Carter's brilliant cover for And Turned to Clay. That's actually a dust jacket, rather than a paperback front, but we couldn't leave it out. You'll also notice French publishers really liked this theme. We'll doubtless come across more, and as we do we'll add to the collection. This is true of all our cover collections. For instance, our post featuring the Eiffel Tower has grown from fifteen to twenty-two examples, and our group of fronts with syringes has swelled from thirteen to twenty-six images. We have
twenty-four twenty-six—see what we mean?—more shadow covers below, and thanks to all original uploaders.
|Vintage Pulp
|Jul 10 2014
We've compiled a collection of Bob Abbett covers, something we should have done years ago. Throughout the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, working in a couple of distinct styles, he produced some of the most striking book fronts to be found on newsstands. See eighteen pieces of evidence below.


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The Daily Line's Mike Fourcher: "I think it's very likely were not going to see a budget before the 2018 election"
It's Wednesday so that means Mike Fourcher of The Daily Line is here to get us up to speed on all the local political stories that are making news. Tonight, Mike talks about Treasurer Kurt Summers announcing he won't be running for Illinois governor, how the gubernatorial candidates are courting the African-American voters in the state and the continuing fight over the state budget and CPS funding.
Follow Justin on Twitter and give him a like on Facebook. The Download with Justin Kaufmann airs Monday through Friday from 7 pm. to 11 pm on @WGNRadio


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New Year
So it feels like this is the start of something new. We're very excited and not just a little daunted at the prospect of setting up in business. There seems to be so much to do.
But we still have to wait for all the legalities to conclude. Banks, lawyers, accountants, surveyors, architects, builders, landscapers and other advisers are all doing their thing right now. As soon as we have a firm move date we'll let you know.
We're thinking a lot about lifestyle, sustainability and a lot of hard work to be done, over and above our main jobs.
We'll be hiring staff very soon and hopefully taking bookings from April!
Meanwhile we still have to pack up and say goodbye to Old Forge Cottage and all our Kentmere friends. This will be hard enough!