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This group of around 17 animals
den in the road culvert.
There was a good mixture of adults
& three sets of cubs of varying ages.
& three sets of cubs of varying ages.
A large female
Spotted Hyena (Crocuta crocuta) is quite common in the north eastern & eastern parts of South Africa. However, its range has shrunk considerably within the last century due to human activities. Today it is largely confined to national parks & large nature reserves or huge privately owned concessions.
It is a savanna species but here in Sabie Park & neighbouring Kruger National Park it is found in open dry woodland as well.
Spotted Hyenas are massively built with huge forequarters. They have immense power in the neck & forequarters that may be seen to best advantage when they are tearing at flesh at a kill. They are major predators, as well as accomplished scavengers & when they have the advantage of numbers, are quite capable of driving Lions off a kill. They are opportunistic & will take, or scavenge, a wide variety of prey species. They thrive best in areas where Lions are also common & have a constant battle with this species over prey.
Their social system is based upon a matriarchal system of clans. Clans usually comprise of between 4 -18 adults, with only a small number of males mating with the females. The females form a social system or a sisterhood & dominate all proceedings & indeed all life of the clan.
They are predominantly nocturnal & their calls are a nightly affair here within Sabie Park. They are bold & can be aggressive, even venturing inside my house on a number of occasions!
Youngsters emerging from their den.
Very playful & affectionate towards one another.
Inquisitive too!
Very curious!
On the prowl!
Looking for mischief?
This youngster was a little unsure
of its surroundings.
of its surroundings.
Even youngsters like this one were interested in bushes
that had been sented by the pack.
A big difference in age but very friendly
towards each other.
towards each other.
A very young pup.
Probably one of his first outings out of the den.
What the hell is that!
Female with two cubs suckling.
This other adult was just gently nudging the cubs,
which were not hers.
which were not hers.
There was no aggression at all here.
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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192344401769325795.post8044059698747281377..comments2019-01-07T19:39:35.933+00:00Comments on Little Blog Of Horrors: It's the most wonderful time of the yearAyden Millarhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192344401769325795.post-80573251622079301322014-11-19T13:32:48.806+00:002014-11-19T13:32:48.806+00:00Instax is on mine too, always far too tempting to ...Instax is on mine too, always far too tempting to blow my money on one when passing UO!

God, I used to buy Country Living all the time! It was my secret guilty pleasure to read and imagine interiors for the cottage I was going to have. *blush* I would love to go to the fair! My email is firstname.lastname@example.com :) xColeen Skinner Campbellhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192344401769325795.post-68307296270197672292014-11-18T22:46:27.243+00:002014-11-18T22:46:27.243+00:00While I might be so ready to get my Christmas on, ...While I might be so ready to get my Christmas on, I am actually rubbish at the practical parts of Christmas! I've bought my Christmas jumper and planned (too many) Christmas nights out already, but I haven't even started my Christmas shopping or picked up any decorations yet. I think I need to get a wiggle on to avoid December becoming a stressful rush of working and panic buying!

These are great ideas though - how good is Firebox?! I've never been on there before, but so many cute ideas. I am trying to resist the urge to buy anything for myself, but that aqua camera is a beaut (and the Cinderella dress and the stacking rings!).

I love that you've included gifts for pets too - my parents just got a British Shorthair and he is such a little prince already that I know I'll need to pick him up a few treats for the big day.

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p.s. I'd love to go to the Country Living Christmas Fair! It might even inspire me to get a move on with getting organised, haha! If I'm lucky enough to win, you can reach me at firstname.lastname@example.com or @tartanmouth.Charlenehttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192344401769325795.post-9999077228417298412014-11-18T11:45:21.350+00:002014-11-18T11:45:21.350+00:00Excellent round up of presents. i have wanted girl...Excellent round up of presents. i have wanted girl boss for a while now - maybe I will just have to gift to to myself this christmas!

rae of love from berlinrae thttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192344401769325795.post-11830932397898936242014-11-18T01:33:13.372+00:002014-11-18T01:33:13.372+00:00I really want to get some Anastasia brow stuff too...I really want to get some Anastasia brow stuff too, and Chanel Mademoiselle smells amazing. I bought an instax mini 8 a while back and have only used it a handful of times. I love it, but the film gets really pricey so I've been stingy with it!jess buckleyhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192344401769325795.post-30708226977283793662014-11-17T19:28:00.646+00:002014-11-17T19:28:00.646+00:00Wow! The most adorable Christmas list ever! Those ...Wow! The most adorable Christmas list ever! Those unicorn slippers are incredible!! firstname.lastname@example.com

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Jerry Bridges died in his 86th year earlier this year. I once or twice shared the speaking duties with him at a couple of conferences and enjoyed getting to know him. He wrote a little autobiography 'God Took Me By the Hand' which threw light on his humble origins in the depression years of the 1920s in the USA...He was born with four physical defects; he was cross-eyed, deaf in his right ear, and he had deformities in his breastbone and spine. His parents were financially poor, education dropouts, and religiously and socially isolated...keep reading
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Dental Check-Up and Clean
Somerset Dental Care provide dental check-up and cleans to patients of all ages. Our friendly team encourage patients to have regular check-ups every six months. This allows you to prevent any dental problems from becoming serious issues later.
Why get a professional clean?
At your initial consultation, we make a thorough examination to evaluate the health of your teeth and gums. Regular professional teeth cleaning removes hardened deposits (tartar) that cannot be removed at home. Tartar causes tooth decay and gum disease.
Cleaning also includes a polish to remove superficial stains and a fluoride application to strengthen teeth.
Why should I have fluoride treatment?
You may not know it, but your teeth are attacked by acid every day. Acid is produced naturally when the bacteria in plaque break down the sugars and carbohydrates we eat, but it also undermines the structure of the tooth, causing decay.
Though we get fluoride from our food and water, we often don't get enough to prevent tooth decay. Fluoride treatment at your dentist can actually reverse the effects of acid attacks on your teeth.
Research has shown that fluoride strengthens the structure of the tooth by 'remineralising' it, so that the damage is repaired, and the tooth becomes more resistant to acid.
How do X-rays help?
Dental X-rays provide valuable information about your oral health, both teeth and gums. X-rays are another tool that helps us detect dental problems at an early stage to save you time, money and unnecessary discomfort.
How often should I have an X-ray?
We review your history, examine your mouth and then decide whether or not you need an X-ray. In a healthy person, we often recommend an X-ray every two years. If your teeth are causing you trouble, we may recommend more frequent X-rays.
For new patients, we can use X-rays to establish a baseline of your oral health for future comparisons. If your previous dentist has taken X-rays, we may request copies with your consent, and use them for comparison as well.
Aren't X-rays dangerous?
Fortunately, radiation exposure from dental X-rays is extremely low, equivalent to a few days' environmental background exposure. But just to be on the safe side, we use a leaded thyroid collar to protect the thyroid from radiation for women of childbearing age, pregnant women and children.
What if I am pregnant?
Untreated dental infections can pose a risk to unborn babies. So sometimes, an X-ray might be needed for dental treatment that can't wait until after your baby is born. We assess each situation on a case-by-case basis and if an X-ray is necessary we use a leaded apron to prevent exposure to the baby.
What if I'm trying to get pregnant, or breastfeeding?
Dental X-rays do not need to be delayed if you are trying to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. But we are more than happy to discuss any concerns you may have.
If you would like to know more, or to book an appointment, please contact us today.


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5 for $25: Local Family Fun
We all know that carving out time for family bonding is essential. Luckily, having fun doesn't have to break the bank! So put down the remote and step away from the cell phone…if "play hard" and "save big" are both on your to-do list, these boredom busters are a guaranteed good time for everyone.
Arizona has hundreds of miles in trails to suit everyone from the most seasoned trailblazer to the weekend walker. One in particular worth checking out is Thunderbird Conservation Park's H Trail, a kid- and pet-friendly 3.6 mile loop that provides desert views of the Northwest Valley and the Phoenix Temple.
Where? W Pinnacle Peak Rd & 59th Ave, Glendale
How much? Free
Culture doesn't have to cost you! Did you know that the Phoenix Art Museum is free (donations gratefully accepted) on Wednesdays from 3-9 PM and from 6-10 PM every First Friday? Look for free Make It! programs on Wednesdays at 3:30 PM that encourage families to create together.
Where? 1625 N Central Ave, Phoenix
How much? Voluntary donation (Wednesday afternoons/evenings and First Friday evenings)
Pollack Tempe Cinemas offers tickets at $3 every day—$2 on Tuesdays if you're really pinching pennies! You can catch second-run movies here in this all-digital state-of-the-art theatre. With lower-priced concessions than most Valley theatres, even popcorn will be a necessary splurge.
Where? 1825 E Elliot Rd, Tempe
How much? $2/$3 per person + concessions
No wheels? No problem! Reserve a ride on Grid Bike Share. On their Pay As You Go Plan, $5 lets you and your older kids (16+) explore the city for up to an hour on one of Grid's green bikes. You can reserve a bike using their mobile app or website and pick it up at one of 50 locations across the Valley. Enjoy the wind in your hair for an hour, and then return your bike at any hub station—it's that simple!
Where? Various locations across the Valley/
How much? $5 an hour per person
Feed my Starving Children is a Christian non-profit that allows families to hand pack and distribute meals to those in need. Children ages 5 and up can volunteer, and the Mesa location can accommodate up to 140 people per session. Families can register online at http://www.fmsc.org/. Feed My Starving Children gives families a hands-on approach to service.
Where? 1345 S Alma School Road, Mesa
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Ok, so I saw this on Vanillascented and I just had to share it in here as well. This collaboration between the designer Masha Reva and the brand Syndicate just helps me underline the fact that there's nothing as beautiful as nature mixed with art, and in this case fashion. Go get it right here (I know I'm considering it) or go see more of Masha's work here.
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September 11, 2001 is a day I'll never forget. And now, 14 years later, we still have no better understanding of what happened then we did then. If you've read the 9/11 Commission Report, it leaves many questions simply unanswered – it's a white wash.
Today, Politico has an interesting story that includes this sentence about a closed-door meeting in which the CIA warned the White House that an attack was imminent.
"Although Tenet brought up this meeting in his closed-door testimony before the 9/11 Commission, it was never mentioned in the committee's final report."
I'm not a "truther," but I want the truth. And for me, that truth includes investigating what happened in the World Trade Towers in the days and weeks before those planes struck, killing nearly 3,000 people. The fact that the 9/11 Commission never even investigated whether explosives were planted in the buildings is shocking. There were eye witnesses that said there were explosions in the basement in at least one of the towers that killed people and blew out windows in the lobby.
Maybe it was all bullshit, but the fact that the 9/11 Commission didn't even consider that scenario a reasonable possibility is highly suspicious. They didn't investigate it.
And now, as Politico is reporting, the CIA was aggressively and repeatedly warning the Bush administration that an attack was imminent, and that those warnings were not only ignored, but there's been a concerted effort to make it seem like those warnings never even happened.
Someone needs to get to the bottom of all of this. A truly independent investigation needs to happen now. We lost 3,000 people on that autumn day. And we lost thousands more in the wars that followed. We gutted many of our rights to privacy. We created a massive domestic military and law enforcement agency. We need to know what really happened while those responsible are still alive to be prosecuted and thrown in jail. We need it now.
But go ahead, just laugh and call me a "truther," but if you believe the Bush Administration's bullshit lies, you're simply being foolish.


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Lifetime Global Member, Lainie Sevante' Wulkan, interviewed Deepak Chopra on her Zeta Global Radio. The interview was transcribed and put into Natural Awakenings by Publisher Andrea Schensky Williams, FemCity Albuquerque Business Member. Click here for the full interview.
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Three FC personnel martyred in Peshawar suicide attack
PESHAWAR: At least three Frontier Constabulary (FC) personnel have been martyred and nine other people including two security personnel injured in a suicide blast in Hayatabad area of the city on Monday morning, ARY News reported.
The explosion occurred near the Bagh-e-Naran Chowk in Hayatabad.
According to Peshawar Cantonment SP Imran Malik, the suicide bomber was riding a motorcycle when he targeted the FC vehicle after ramming his motorcycle into paramilitary convoy and blowing himself up. The FC personnel were travelling from their camp in Hayatabad to the headquarters in Qila Bala Hisar when one of their vehicle was targeted, he said.
SSP (operations) Sajjad Khan said 10-12 kilograms of explosives were used by the bomber, who was riding a Honda CG125 bike.
Three FC men including a major were martyred in the explosion.
The blast also damaged two other vehicles that were part of the convoy. Security personnel cordoned off the area after the explosion as rescue services shifted the injured to Hayatabad Medical Complex.
No group or individual has claimed responsibility for the blast as yet.
READ ALSO: Pakistan Army launches operation Khyber-4 in Rajgal Valley
The attack comes a day after when Pakistan Army has launched an operation called Khyber-4 in Rajgal Valley area of Khyber Agency, Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Major General Asif Ghafoor announced on Sunday.
ISPR DG said the operation has been launched to wipe out terrorists and consolidate gains made in other military operations to further enhance the security of Pakistan's borders.
He said that the operation aims to secure the international border with Afghanistan by preventing Daesh and other local militants on Afghan side of the border from infiltration.


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People such as Willie Riggins, a former employee at United Engineering Forgings, in Ayrshire. After 37 years at UEF and its previous incarnation, British Steel, Willie was told in June 2001 that the company was going into administration.He had been expecting to retire on at least 130 a week, plus the basic state pension. His many years of work also entitled him to a lump sum of 30,000. Instead, Bill's pension has shrunk to 40 per week while the lump sum will be worth just 12,000. Some estimates suggest that up to 80,000 employees in the UK have had their pension dreams in tatters as the schemes they belonged to have been wound up. Two years ago, after some determined campaigning, the Government finally responded to the plight of UEF workers and others by launching a 400m financial assistance scheme. The money will be paid out over 20 years. But as many experts, including Ros, have pointed out, this sum of money will only be enough to meet a fraction of potential claims from employees whose pension schemes have gone belly-up. Yet the Government is ignoring these warnings, pretending that it is still not possible to quantify how far the money will go in meeting the needs of those who have lost out. Clearly, it calculates that having bought off its own backbenchers with this sop to their conscience, they will not have the appetite to demand more money for those whose future has been destroyed. The evidence so far suggests that ministers have judged the Labour backbench mood correctly. Which is why many people, including Ros, have looked to the Parliamentary Ombudsman, Ann Abraham, as the solution to their problems. Ms Abraham is being asked to rule on whether a key contributor to the plight of these workers was the Government itself or agencies for which it was responsible. Her report is expected any day now. Campaigners have argued two key points – first, that over the years, the Govern- ment has repeatedly stressed the "guaranteed" no-risk aspect of occupational pension schemes, when this was patently not the case. In so doing, it served to wrongly reassure many workers that their company pensions were safe. Second, it is being claimed that the Government further failed workers by failing to make changes to legislation in the 1995 Pensions Act. This was specifically drawn up in the aftermath of media tycoon Robert Maxwell's raid on hi own companies' pension schemes. But it failed to close a number of key loopholes and, indeed, made matters worse in several cases, most notably on failing to deal adequately with the question of the minimum funding requirement. Obviously, I hope the report does find in favour of those whose pensions have vanished and I do believe that the Government should offer some form of compensation to those who have lost out. After all, it has also created a separate financial lifeboat, funded by pension scheme levies, to ensure that members of occupational schemes that may be wound up in future are not similarly affected. It would therefore be incredibly cruel if those affected today should miss out on compensation because of an accident of Parliamentary timing. But I am not convinced that the Government's and the regulator's leaflets – both crude and containing inaccurate claims about the safety of occupational pension schemes – were fundamentally responsible for what happened. Let us be brutally honest here – in all my 25 years as a member of various workplace schemes, during which time I was a trustee in one and for many years before that, a union rep with a special interest in pensions – I have yet to come across a single person who has ever joined or remained in a scheme because of anything they read from the Government or one of its departments. The reality is that most normal people become members of a company pension scheme because they are dimly aware of the fact that they need to save for when they get old and that this is one useful way of doing so, especially if their employer is chipping in. My worry is that by creating a false argument based on the degree to which the Government is to blame for what happened, campaigners are setting themselves up for a crushing disappointment if the ombudsman rules against their claim. That would, ironically, make it much easier for ministers to convince their supine backbenchers that there is no need to pay any more compensation than the pittance now on offer. A more determined, direct – and honest – campaign is needed in support of those who face losing most their pensions through no fault of their own. I would love to see Ros leading it.
No blame, no gain
I have said this before but I yield to no one in my admiration for Ros Altmann. Not only is she one of the most original thinkers around when it comes to analysing the future of retirement provision in the UK but she is also a dedicated campaigner – along with some journalists – on behalf of people left in the lurch by the wind-up of their occupational pension schemes over the past decade.


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Tuesday, June 19, 2012
More Bariatric Fun: The Ballad of Diet Coke
This obsession arose kind of by plan: I realized several decades ago that I have a compulsive personality--which surely plays a role in my being overweight in the first place--and I made the decision to grant myself this item as an outlet for my compulsion rather than, say, Peanut M&Ms or some other thing. This was, I thought, a relatively innocuous thing that would satisfy the compulsive part of my personality without doing me much harm otherwise (I suspect if I were not a teetotaler I would likely have a problem with alcohol).
Despite the warnings of well-meaning friends, I have suffered very little for my fetish. Well, apart from spending a couple grand a year on it. I had a doctor tell me some years ago that in the interests of moderation "I wish your 12-pack were a 6-pack, but if you had to pick a habit you chose a pretty harmless one." Every now and again a study pops up saying that Aspartame is demon spawn, but these seem to come and go quietly. And indeed there are few substances in recent history with a deeper and wider track record than Aspartame; with billions upon billions of doses consumed, if it caused bad stuff we'd surely know it by now. (True, at the amount I consume there may be consequences that other folks will never see, but to date I've had no issues.) I also used to have people tell me that diet soda would not hydrate properly, and yet I used to regularly run 7-9 miles at a crack and I NEVER drank anything else. Can't be much clearer than that, at least for the short term.
And it became more than a fetish, I think: I really do love the stuff. It's very common for me to get a fresh one from a McDonald's drive-thru (they filter their water, so their soda is always perfecto!) and feel positively giddy at how fabulous it is: bubbly and icy and perfectamundo. (Makes me wonder if they put something in it to make it addictive.) Even so, I'd decide every five years or so that it can't POSSIBLY be good to drink this much diet soda, and I'd take a month or two on the wagon. Apart from a caffeine-withdrawal headache for the first three days, I found that I felt no different whatsoever after a month off the stuff than I felt while drinking it; which led me to wonder why I should bother making the sacrifice. Interestingly, though, after a month away I was surprised that the stuff didn't really taste all that great. But I was soon enough back off the wagon and life moved on.
Fast-forward up to a couple months ago. I read in the VSG literature from my surgeon that carbonated beverages were verboten after the surgery, pretty much permanently. I think the reasons for this are twofold: 1) acid reflux is an issue after this surgery, and carbonated beverages make it worse, and 2) the carbonation in the newly-shrunk stomach works to inflate and stretch it out, which works against its therapeutic power (Generally, the success of the sleeve is related to how small a pouch the surgeon can make; the smaller the pouch / stomach, the more likely a person will achieve their long-term weight goals). So this was my wakeup call: if this were going to work, I'd need to drink something else.
Naturally, for those who know me, this is a HUGE question mark. But I was unworried, which surprised even myself a little. I think I knew that my behavior was as much habit pattern and pacifier as it was a reflection of my love of the product itself. In the past five years I found I was buying and drinking more and more diet Snapple instead of DC, something quite new in my history. So after reading the surgery literature I immediately swore off the stuff to take a trial run, as it were. I've been focusing on iced tea and (since caffeine is off limits for the first month after surgery) on drink mixes like Propel and Crystal Light, etc. And I find I haven't missed the DC in the least, though I have long-standing behavior patterns that still try to assert themselves--like thinking about what drive-thru to hit for a beverage on my long drives. Interestingly, I find that a good glass of ice water becomes much more attractive when I'm weaned off the DC, and I also find that I'm drinking about 1/3 less overall than I used to (so much of my DC drinking had nothing to do with hydration). I've had a sip here and there of Susan's DC in the interim, but I've had little reaction to it.
One good thing is a great reduction in acid reflux. I haven't had bad heartburn like some folks, but all that carbonation surely doesn't help, and I find I eat a lot fewer Tums now than I used to. My esophagus surely thanks me.
5 comments:
- CyberKitten said...
I generally drink a 500 or 600ml bottle of diet coke, coke zero or Pepsi max most days. Funnily I drink much less at weekends when I tend to get most headaches. Coincidence?
What I really miss is Vanilla coke which I loved the taste of instantly. If only they'd bring it back.... [please!]
It will be interesting to see what the long term effects of stopping drinking diet coke will have. Be sure to keep us all informed...
- Tue Jun 19, 03:33:00 PM
- Vancouver Voyeur said...
We have vanilla coke here. Should I ship some to you?
- Wed Jun 20, 07:00:00 AM
- CyberKitten said...
Please Ms Voyeur. They probably have it on the mainland too.... bastards!
- Wed Jun 20, 03:51:00 PM
- dbackdad said...
It's diet Mountain Dew for me, though diet Pepsi and diet Coke certainly happen fairly regularly too. I have went fairly long periods of time without drink diet soda, so I think I could do it if necessary. But, at this point, I have not had a medically compelling reason to do so.
- Thu Jun 28, 05:35:00 PM
- wunelle said...
I'm finding now after a couple months that I don't think about DC at all, but I'm still a little manic about having a bottle of tea or crystal light ready to hand. Overall, that's a happy state of affairs for me. Being properly hydrated after the surgery shouldn't be too challenging for me, but I'll have to adjust the exact manner of my drinking: more sipping, more often; no gulping.
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Global terrorism and cryptoviral extortion may seem unrelated but they both rely on the feasibility of anonymous or encrypted cooperation between non-state actors. Ransomware is made possible not only by asymmetric encryption, which makes kidnapping files possible, but also by anonymous digital money like Bitcoin, which makes illicit payments practical. Terrorism needs secure messaging to reach out to "Lone Wolves." In their own ways both ISIS and the Petya virus illustrate the weakness of the Westphalian State model by posing challenges that could formerly not be mounted by groups without territory.
The irony is the Bitcoin blockchain itself contains the record of transactions, but ownership of the digital currency is obfuscated by encryption and/or mixing:
Bitcoin was initially conceived as a way for people to exchange money anonymously. But then it was discovered that anyone could track all Bitcoin transactions and often identify the parties involved. Bitcoin operates by giving each user a unique public key, which is a string of numbers. Users can transmit money in the form of digital bitcoins from one public key to another. This is made possible by a system that ensures a user has enough bitcoins in his or her account to make the transfer. The use of the public keys gave users a sense of anonymity, even though all of the transactions were visible on the public Bitcoin blockchain, which lists all transactions. Over time, experts and private companies have developed highly effective methods of de-anonymizing those public keys.
And there are ways to re-anonymize them.
There's an arms race between the centralized Internet of Things and the decentralized world of peer-to-peer everything, where all parties wear masks. By extension, it is also a contest between one world order and its challenger. It's a close fight between the decentralizers and the centralizers. There is much good in this: privacy; the gig economy; Jack Ma's attempt to create a peer-to-peer business platform "connecting small business enterprises in remote, rural and under-developed regions of China directly to the global market place" to name a few.
Alibaba platforms like Alipay and Ant Financial have indeed revolutionized peer-to-peer sales and micro finance, while ensuring trust and security for billions of daily transactions. Other platforms such as CAINIA seamlessly connect logistics resources and facilitate global trade management for cross border commerce. It's true that for millions of previously excluded market participants in China, long-standing barriers to entry have been eliminated.
But for all the good it might do, the same technology can power ISIS and cyberwarfare. It cuts in both directions. In good and bad ways the 21st century may see a shift in power between the Westphalian states and individuals/affinity groups, in favor of the latter. Perhaps we're already seeing this in the fracturing of 20th-century political monoliths like the EU and to some extent, the United States. It is becoming increasingly easy for factions to live among, listen to and do business exclusively among themselves and ignore the others except as they have to trade with them.


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William Potterand Nancy Mullins
1. Floyd Potter b 11 Jan 1883 VA d 7 Dec 1960; m. Martha Jane Bentley b 3 Feb 1885 Letcher Co KY d about 1970; d/o John "J H" Bentley and Mary Elizabeth Mullins. (no children).
2. Elizabeth "Lizzie" Potter b about 1889; m. Joseph "Joe" Potter b 14 April 1895 d 12 Sept 1965 Pike Co KY; s/o James Potter and Louise Hall.
3. Roxie Potter b 10 Aug 1892 KY d 17 Dec 1980; m. 7 Mar 1912 Letcher Co KY to Benjamin Harrison Bentley b 29 Mar 1891 KY d 12 Oct 1984 Perry Co KY; s/o Joseph "Joe" Bentley and Sarah Elizabeth Potter. Children of Benjamin Harrison Bentley and Roxie Potter;
i. John L Bentley b 17 Jul 1918 Pike Co KY d 10 Jun 1999
ii. Roosevelt Bentley b 1924 KY
iii. 5 children died in infancy.
Obituary of Roxie Potter Bentley: Bentley, Roxie Potter B: 10 August 1892; D: 17 December 1980. Parents: Bill & Nancy Potter Married: Harrison Bentley. Children: John L. of Dorton, Ky; & Roosevelt of Jenkins, Ky. Five children died in infancy. 7 grandchildren; 8 gr-grandchildren. Sisters: Martha, Ellen, Mary, & Lizzie. Brothers: Floyd, Sam, & Melvin. Baptized: (No date) She was a member of the Bethel Old Regular Baptist Church for 63 years. Written by her family, assisted by Elder Charles V. Nitchie.
4. Samuel Sam Potter b 1 Apr 1882 Jenkins, Letcher Co KY d 7 Sept 1959 Jenkins, Letcher Co KY; m. 2 Jan 1902 Jenkins, Letcher Co KY to Mary Polly Belle Rose b 12 May 1880 Dickson Co VA d 11 Feb 1944 Jenkins, Letcher Co KY; d/o Henderson Rose and Martha Jane Smith.
5. Melvin Potter
6. Martha Potter
7. Ellen Potter
8. Mary Potter
Thanks to J C Potter Jr for submitting this wonderful photo and information on this family in August 2015 by email. Thanks also to Jay Potter for photos of this family uploaded on facebook August 2015.


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Travel Capture: HONFLEUR, FRANCE
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Honfleur, France
July 2012
|Galerie Elysees
New York, NY
July 2015
The artist is Bruno Catalano and I have never forgotten his work since the first time his sculptures impressed their wonder upon me, in a quaint, remote fishing village/artist colony in France in 2012.
Honfleur was majestic in its juxtaposition of being a modest, old town but with the highest concentration of modern art galleries I've ever seen, stacked like toothpicks up and down the cobblestoned paths (photo gallery below). It was an art-lovers dream, so much so that the saturation could be overwhelming. A drunken haze sets in after the 10th gallery; all of the art starts to look the same and you're not quite sure if you've already visited this gallery you're standing in. I tell you this to emphasize how special a piece of art truly needed to be to occupy a lasting space in one's memory. And, for me, that was the image you see above (left).
Never again did I cross paths with these stunning pieces. That is, until yesterday, exactly three years later.
Imagine my utter astonishment (and quickly, excitement) when I saw these unmistakeable figures staring at me from a fluorescent gallery window on Central Park South. I was walking along, minding my business...ok, I won't go there but that's exactly how I felt. I was strolling but still at a New Yorker's pace, so the double take was first, a casual glance from my periphery, and then, a full-on stop-in-your-tracks head rotation, body-freeze, back-track.
I honestly couldn't believe it. There he was, like a long-lost love, right under my nose for who knows how long. (I immediately looked up the gallery and found that they are under the umbrella ownership of Galeries-Bartoux, along with others, mostly present throughout France, but reaching Singapore and of course, New York.) It was one of those gratifying moments that is unique to traveling. Connecting the dots of things you've seen and experienced, converging serendipitously, often times, unexpectedly (which is exponentially rewarding). This is the stuff of life that puts me in a tizzy.
According to his profile on the gallery website, the theme of travel has always inspired Catalano. Well, my friend, you're preaching to the choir.
Honfleur, France


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Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute Announces New Material Health Certificate Registry
Products assessed for material health to meet rising industry demand.
SAN FRANCISCO, May 14, 2015 – The Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute has launched the Material Health Certificate Registry, a new online tool for identifying and communicating the work of manufacturers toward chemically optimized products. Two pilot companies, Owens Corning and ThyssenKrupp Elevator Americas, are the first to obtain certificates and today announced several products assessed against the Material Health requirements of the Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Product Standard.
The identification and elimination of chemicals of concern have become top priorities for the architecture and design community, as well as various trade groups, nonprofits, governments, and companies of all sizes and industry. The Material Health Certificate Registry will provide a free database for architects to find and specify products that have been assessed against the v3.1 Material Health Certification Standard which is governed by the Institute's Certification Standards Board. Products that have achieved full Cradle to Cradle certification across all five attributes in the standard can still be found in the growing Cradle to Cradle Certified Product Registry.
"These companies are raising the bar for what industries need to do to ensure the health of the environment and for people by assessing and optimizing their products," said Bridgett Luther, President at the Institute. "We understand the process is not easy, and we're calling on the design community to recognize the work manufacturers have done and reward them for their commitment to continuous improvement."
Owens Corning, a leading global producer of residential and commercial building materials, glass-fiber reinforcements and engineered materials for composite systems, and ThyssenKrupp Elevator Americas, one of the world's leading elevator companies, were the first two companies to engage in this latest tool offered by the Institute and have since released multiple Material Health Certificates, which will be included in the new registry.
"We were very concerned about not just listing the ingredients in our products, but actually assessing the risk and exposure to humans and the environment during production and application," said Gale Tedhams, Director of Product and Supply Chain Sustainability at Owens Corning. "We decided the Cradle to Cradle Certified Products Program would be the best way to move forward, partly because of its recognition by the U.S. Green Building Council and partly because of its safeguarding of our proprietary information. We are able to disclose and assess all of our ingredients and percentage of ingredients while protecting our intellectual property. The program depicts information in a way our customers can easily comprehend and trust."
To obtain a Gold level Material Health Certificate (meaning that the product is fully optimized for human and environmental health) for its EcoTouch® Insulation Products Unfaced, Owens Corning faced challenges that the products' performance was maintained after new formulations were integrated. "It's not just changing an ingredient," added Tedhams. "You can make it 'green' all day, but first and foremost, a lot of work has to go into changing a product's ingredients to maintain its durability and performance."
Today, Owens Corning has its 700 Series Fiberglas™ Insulation Unfaced, No Wrap Fiberglas™ Pipe Insulation, EcoTouch® Batt and Roll Insulation, EcoTouch® Insulation for Flexible Duct, EcoTough® RA Series Insulation, EcoTouch® Insulation for Metal Buildings, and Thermafiber® Mineral Wool Insulation Unfaced available in the Material Health Certificate Registry, and the company says it is working toward optimizing many more of its products.
ThyssenKrupp Elevator Americas has announced five of its products have obtained Material Health Certificates, including enviromax®, a high performing vegetable-based hydraulic fluid, and four standard elevator cabs including 5WL Steel Shell, Bronze Steel Shell, Stainless Steel Shell and Laminate Panel offering hundreds of design combinations.
"The level of detail required to evaluate the ingredients of each material inside an elevator cab with 665 components to 100 parts per million (ppm) was a challenge," said Brad Nemeth, VP of Sustainability at ThyssenKrupp Elevator Americas. "Determining material transparency and understanding possible human impacts associated with exposure, handling and systematic maintenance helped us to evaluate all possible risks."
"Currently there are over 900,000 elevators in the US, which transport over 18 million passengers a day, understanding the material health of elevator cabs is paramount to our sustainability commitment to those who use and buy our products." Nemeth added, "Since the onset of this 7-month certification process, we have gained valuable insight enabling us to continuously optimize the components within our cabs to gain higher levels of achievement in the future."
At the AIA National Convention this week, Stacy Glass, VP, Built Environment at the Institute, will join various sessions on why materials matter and specifying products in the design community; but the Material Health Certificate offering extends past the built environment and into all industries, including fashion, personal care products, electronics, consumer goods, and more.
For more information on the Material Health Certificate, please visit C2CCertified.org/material_health_certificate, and the new Material Health Certificate Registry can be found at C2CCertified.org/products/MHCregistry.
Sasha Bailey, LEED AP BD C
Strategic Communications Manager
ThyssenKrupp Elevator Americas
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E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com
About Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute
The Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute is a non-profit organization whose mission is to turn the making of things into a positive force for people, the economy, and the planet. They steward the Cradle to Cradle Certified Product Program, which is a system for assessing and constantly improving products based upon five categories: material health, material reuse, renewable energy, water stewardship, and social fairness. The Institute is headquartered in San Francisco, California with satellite offices in Amsterdam, NL, Venlo, NL and Raleigh, NC.
Cradle to Cradle Certified™ is a certification mark licensed exclusively to the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute.
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A report out today from the National Cancer Institute concludes tobacco marketing causes kids to smoke and anti-tobacco advertising campaigns help prevent smoking. Danny McGoldrick, vice president of research for the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, says nine of every ten smokers in Nebraska started using tobacco in their teens.
McGoldrick says, "It's really important that we protect Nebraska's kids from tobacco marketing because about 20-percent of Nebraska high school students smoke, about 25-hundred kids in Nebraska become regular daily smokers every year, a third of them will die a premature death from tobacco use, and tobacco use kills about 24-hundred Nebraska residents every year prematurely and costs the state over half a million dollars in health care bills."
He says legislation that's pending in Congress would give the F-D-A broad new powers over tobacco. McGoldrick says, "Based on the conclusions of this report and our long knowledge of the tobacco companies' marketing practices to kids, we're calling on the Congress to finally give the Food and Drug Administration the authority to regulate the sale, marketing and manufacture of tobacco products just like they do virtually every other consumer product."
The legislation has already passed in the U-S House and has the co-sponsorship backing of 58 senators. Neither of Nebraska's U-S Senators, Chuck Hagel or Ben Nelson, are co-sponsors.
McGoldrick says the bill would put new restrictions on tobacco marketing into effect almost immediately. "The bill would get rid of all outdoor advertising near schools," he says. "It would remove advertising with colorful pictures that appeal to kids from convenience stores where kids are hanging out a lot and also from kids' favorite magazines, and it would end all the tobacco companies' sponsorships including sports and music events that we know appeal to young people."
He says the legislation would also give the F-D-A the authority to respond when "sophisticated tobacco marketers" come up with new and creative ways to get around the restrictions.
For more information on the study, see the National Cancer Institute website.


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China tells US 'good old days' of borrowing are over
China bluntly criticised the United States today one day after the superpower's credit rating was downgraded, saying the "good old days" of borrowing were over.world Updated: Aug 06, 2011 19:36 IST
China bluntly criticised the United States on Saturday one day after the superpower's credit rating was downgraded, saying the "good old days" of borrowing were over.
Standard & Poor's cut the US long-term credit rating from top-tier AAA by a notch to AA-plus on Friday over concerns about the nation's budget deficits and climbing debt burden.
China -- the United States' biggest creditor -- said Washington only had itself to blame for its plight and called for a new stable global reserve currency.
"The US government has to come to terms with the painful fact that the good old days when it could just borrow its way out of messes of its own making are finally gone," China's official Xinhua news agency said in a commentary.
After a week which saw $2.5 trillion wiped off global markets, the move deepened investors' concerns of an impending recession in the United States and over the euro zone crisis.
Finance ministers and central bankers of the Group of Seven major industrialised nations will confer by telephone later on Saturday or on Sunday, a senior European diplomatic source said.
The source said the credit rating downgrade had added a global dimension on top of the euro zone debt issue, raising the need for international coordination.
"The G7 will confer by telephone. It's not yet confirmed whether it will be in one stage or in two stages, tonight and tomorrow," the source said.
French Finance Minister Francois Baroin, who would chair such a meeting under France's G7 and G20 presidency, said it was too early to say whether there would be an early G7 gathering.
In the Xinhua commentary, China condemned the United States for its "debt addiction" and "short sighted" political wrangling.
"China, the largest creditor of the world's sole superpower, has every right now to demand the United States address its structural debt problems and ensure the safety of China's dollar assets," it said.
It urged the United States to cut military and social welfare expenditure. Further credit downgrades would very likely undermine the world economic recovery and trigger new rounds of financial turmoil, it said.
"International supervision over the issue of US dollars should be introduced and a new, stable and secured global reserve currency may also be an option to avert a catastrophe caused by any single country," Xinhua said.
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The man who died while voting... and then came back to life to make sure his ballot was cast
Plenty of voters have grumbled about long lines and confusing ballots today, but it's hard to complain after hearing the story of one Michigan man, who faced death and came back to make sure his vote had been cast. The Detroit News reports that the elderly man was filling out an absentee ballot with the help of his wife at Southfield Township offices when he suddenly stopped responding. Fortunately, Ty Houston — a fellow absentee voter and a registered home care nurse — was there to lend assistance. "He was dead," said Houston. "He had no heartbeat and he wasn't breathing." Houston applied CPR, and the man came to life a few minutes later. And strangely, he was more concerned about his ballot than his health. "Did I vote?" the man asked, before saying to his wife that only two things were important to him: "That I love you and that I finished what I came here to do… vote." Once he was assured that he had completed his ballot, he was taken to a hospital by EMS personnel — but not before wrapping Houston in thanks and hugs.


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Are the Trump tax cuts going to help the economy or hurt it? The answer is both. Economist John Williams explains, "The tax cuts are generally positive. Anytime you cut taxes that is generally a plus for the economy. The problem is the average guy is still not making ends meet. Anything that increases disposable income is a plus. This does not necessarily go to the guys at the lower end of the income scale, but generally there should be a little economic pick up here from it. The problem is what happens to the budget deficit. We just went through the government shutdown and a package that lays things out for the next two years, but it widens the deficit. The deficit is beyond control. We have $100 trillion in unfunded liabilities. That means you need $100 trillion in hand right now to cover the federal obligations going forward. . . . Printing money to meet obligations is what happened in the Weimar Republic in Germany. This happened in Zimbabwe. This kind of thing eventually gives you a hyperinflation. . . . Ongoing budget deficit and debasing of the dollar will give you global selling pressures in the currency markets. . . . We haven't seen much selling in the dollar, but that is going to change. You are going to see flight from the dollar and flight from the markets as well."
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Apron Fever?
We have a shortage of small aprons at home for the frequent helpers in the kitchen. The youngest really needed an apron to cover her clothes when baking. I traced a simple pattern from dd#1's apron on to some newspaper, and then pinned and cut the fabric as usual. It's a little on the large size for our 6 year old bakerette (fits the 10 year old much better!), but I'm sure she'll grow into it. This apron was actually cut from a pillowcase in the sheet set, as you can see with all of the trim thrown in... couldn't let it go to waste now, could I?
|The Pillowcase Apron
So taken with her apron, I just couldn't resist sewing up one for myself in a different colour, because one can never have too many aprons, right? The pattern was made the same way - by tracing around my favourite kitchen apron on to newspaper and then sewing it as usual. They are super quick to whip up...under an hour, including cutting it out.
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Now to the International Criminal Court [ICC] in The Hague.
Press Release, AUG/06/2013, SSN;
Dear compatriots the gallant masses of the Republic of South Sudan and the friends of south Sudan worldwide
We the undersigned would like to bring to your attention that since the country became independent on 9th July 2011, the top leadership under President Salva Kiir Mayardit has led the country contrary to the aspirations of its people.
It is no secret that the new Republic of South Sudan has for the last two years remained top in the media, side by side with the likes of Somalia, DR. Congo, Sudan and the Central African Republic [CAR] where citizens have suffered and continue to suffer unprecedented human rights abuses in the world.
The brutal face of president Kiir's totalitarian regime is demonstrated by the heinous events in Wau in Western Bahr el Ghazal state where unarmed demonstrators were maimed in cold blood by the very security agents supposed to protect them; the massacre of civilians coupled with the indiscriminate violations of human rights abuse in Chollo kingdom in Upper Nile State; and the wanton singling out of the Murle people for destruction in Jonglei state.
Juba, the capital city, has not been spared from these widespread human rights abuses which have now taken a systematic pattern. As government officials, common citizens and opinion writers perceived critical of the incumbent regime meet their fate through dubious disappearances, or being slaughtered without any remorse, or worse still face deaths through cold blooded assassinations, South Sudan is far from being governed by the rule of law.
The unfortunate fate of late Eng. John Louis Silvino, late Traffic Police Sargent Banyjioth Matoat Tap and the well-known civil rights activist late Isaiah Abraham, all speak very aloud of how government security agents dispense terror in a town which in fact is the seat of the new country's government.
In Eastern Equatoria state, the Lakes State, and the Unity State citizens continue to suffer in the hands of state run squads under directives of the legal authorities and their associates.
In short, South Sudan is rapidly descending into a state of anarchy. And since no local independent and competent courts exist in the country to serve justice for the families of these victims whose numbers continue to rise daily as the perpetrators reassure themselves that no power on earth can stop them from these inhumane abuses, some bold initiative has to be sought to bring these abuses to a halt.
In line with all the above, we the under mentioned citizens have taken upon ourselves the responsibility to seek justice elsewhere for: the victims, and their living relatives who suffered and continue to suffer immeasurable pain as the result of the losses inflicted on them.
By so taking this route we too, believe that there lies a light of hope at the end of the tunnel that will lead to the eventual restoration of rule of law in South Sudan.
And as we put forward this press release, we would want to assure you that we have set the ball for justice rolling at the International Criminal Court [ICC] in The Hague.
Inspired by healthy debate in South Sudan Nation website on the issue of human rights abuse and our own values, we have now built a case and the legal process has started at the prosecutor general's office as testified in the response from the court [see the attached correspondence].
Whether at this first attempt the case proceeds to a hearing or not, one thing we know for sure is that South Sudan from now on will be on the radar of the international community in general, and the ICC's in particular and this petition will remain a precedent on which future cases will be built.
Let us keep our fingers crossed!
We now call upon all concerned citizens of South Sudan at home and in the Diaspora; and the friends of South Sudan worldwide to come forward to support this petition in any way possible.
Let's stand up as believers in human rights, peace and justice to cleanse South Sudan from criminals. If we work together, nothing is impossible to change for the better.
Yours sincerely,
– Elhag Paul
– Dr. JAC Ramba
– Karlo Kwol Akol
Post Office Box 19519, 2500 CM The Hague, The Netherlands
Boîte postale 19519, 2500 CM La Haye, Pays Bas
Telephone / Téléphone: + 31 70 5158515 • Facsimile / Télécopie: + 31 70 5158555 • http://www.icc-cpi.int
Our reference: OTP-CR-242/13
The Hague, 5 August 2013
Dear Sir, Madam
The Office of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court acknowledges receipt of your
This communication has been duly entered in the Communications Register of the Office. We
will give consideration to this communication, as appropriate, in accordance with the provisions of
the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court.
As soon as a decision is reached, we will inform you, in writing, and provide you with
reasons for this decision.
Yours sincerely,
M.P. Dillon
Head of Information & Evidence Unit
Office of The Prosecutor
Elhag Paul
Le Bureau du Procureur
The Office of the Prosecutor
Post Office Box 19519, 2500 CM The Hague, The Netherlands
Boîte postale 19519, 2500 CM La Haye, Pays Bas
Telephone / Téléphone: + 31 70 5158515 • Facsimile / Télécopie: + 31 70 5158555 • http://www.icc-cpi.int
Notre référence : OTP-CR-242/13
La Haye, le 5 août 2013
Madame, Monsieur,
Le Bureau du Procureur de la Cour pénale internationale accuse réception de vos documents /
de votre lettre.
Les informations y figurant ont été inscrites comme il se doit au registre des communications
du Bureau et recevront toute l'attention voulue, conformément aux dispositions du Statut de Rome
de la Cour pénale internationale.
Nous ne manquerons pas de vous communiquer par écrit la décision qui aura été prise à ce
sujet, ainsi que les motivations qui la justifient.
Veuillez agréer, Madame, Monsieur, l'assurance de notre considération distinguée.
M.P. Dillon
Chef de l'Unité des informations et des éléments de preuve
Bureau du Procureur
Elhag Paul
Le Bureau du Procureur
The Office of the Prosecutor


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Tick-Borne Diseases
Lyme Disease and More in Dogs and Cats
Protecting your cat or dog (or both) from ticks is an important part of disease prevention. In fact, there are several diseases that can be transmitted to your pet from a tick bite. Some of the most common tick-borne diseases seen in the United States are Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, ehrlichiosis, and tick paralysis. Here we will briefly discuss these and some of other tick-borne diseases that affect dogs and cats.
Kidney disease and your cat
Congenital and Developmental Renal Diseases in Cats
Congenital (existing at birth) and developmental kidney diseases are part of a group of diseases in which the kidney may be abnormal in its ability to function normally, or may be abnormal in appearance, or both. These diseases result from inherited or genetic problems or disease processes that affect the development and growth of the kidney before or shortly after birth. Most patients are less than five years of age at the time of diagnosis.
Top 10 Most Serious Pet Diseases
Every year when you bring your pet in for a check-up, your veterinarian likely talks to you about vaccines and gives Fluffy or Fido a good look over. They may draw blood, or recommend preventative care routines, like a dental cleaning or grooming. But what are some of the most common serious ailments for cats and dogs that your veterinarian wants to help you prevent and control?
How good is to have a pet?
Centuries ago, scientists discovered that our self-image and our place in universe reflect also how we treat the animals. Our behavior towards animals copy the way we treat humans too. For most of us, having an animal is like a therapy and even contributes to a better understanding of ourselves.
Having a pet represents more than satisfying a simple need. Other writers described the archeology proofs left 12.000 years ago by a tribe of hunters from Israel, proofs that include the bones of a puppy buried together with his owner that put his arm around the dog.


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Cirrus Logic, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRUS)
Cirrus Logic is having a wonderful day in the market today after it was announced that a key analysts has made the decision to upgrade the stock. Today, we'll talk about the upgrade, how the market reacted to the news, and what we can expect to see from CRUS moving forward. So, let's get right to it…
Cirrus Logic Is Upgraded
CRUS was the topic of discussion today after a key analyst made the decision to upgrade the stock. The analyst is one of the most trusted in the industry today, Oppenheimer! In the past, Oppenheimer expected for Cirrus Logic to perform in line with the market as suggested by their previous "Market Perform" rating. However, the company has made the decision to upgrade the stock to an "Outperform" rating. Along with the upgrade, Oppenheimer made the decision to increase the stock's price target to $40 per share, which suggests an upside of 43.06% when compared to the previous closing price of CRUS.
CRUS Recently Reported Earnings
Oppenheimer wasn't very clear with regard to why they have decided to upgrade the stock. In the statement, all that was said was that the upgrade was a valuation call. With that said, I'd imagine that the valuation call has to do with the recent earnings report we saw from CRUS. Yesterday, the company released its earnings results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2016. Unfortunately, earnings were a bit of a miss. Nonetheless, the company is still on track for 27% year over year growth for the full fiscal year of 2016, even after the lower than anticipated Q3 results. All in all, I would imagine that the fact that the company is on track for such strong growth is why Oppenheimer made the decision to upgrade CRUS.
How The Market Reacted To The News
As investors, we have learned that anytime we see positive news with regard to a publicly traded company, we can expect to see gains. While earnings were a bit of a miss for CRUS, Oppenheimer's upgrade is incredibly positive news, which is leading to investor excitement. As a result, we're seeing overwhelmingly positive movement from the stock in today's trading session. Currently (12:24) CRUS is trading with a price of $34.26 per share after a gain of $1.72 per share or 5.29% so far today.
What We Can Expect From CRUS Moving Forward
Moving forward, I have a mixed opinion of what we can expect to see from CRUS moving forward. While Oppenheimer's decision to increase the stocks rating from a "Market Perform" to an "Outperform" rating is definitely positive news, I've always been an advocate of doing your own research! It's never a good idea to take an analysts word for it. With that said, I believe that Oppenheimer made the wrong call here. The reality is that the global economy is not doing very well. With the strong USD and the global economy in shambles, CRUS is going to have a hard time selling their products outside of the United States. This in my opinion is the reason for the weaker than expected earnings that were released yesterday. The reality is that directly after missing earnings and in the midst of economic downturns, we can expect for sales to struggle. With that said, I would expect for CRUS to perform with the market, but I'm not expecting for the stock to outperform the market.
What Do You Think?
Where do you think CRUS is headed moving forward? Let us know your opinion in the comments below!


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Eurogamer tells that for a game which maxes out at eight players per team Quake Wars produces an unreal quantity of carnage. The havoc is relentless, it's cinematic, and it's largely due to two things.
Despite having big maps (which, thanks to Quake Wars' megatexture technology, run exceedingly smoothly) any fighting that's going on is almost always happening in the same area. This is because maps consist of strings of objectives that have to be taken one at a time. For example, Refinery, the new map we played set in North Africa started, with the GDF escorting an MCP through a suburb, then them hacking a shield generator in a city centre and finally advancing into an oil refinery to blow up some Strogg machines. More details after the jump.
1st post! anybody know the release date? SPECIFICALLY for ps3?
NINJARIFIK your avatar is too sick. Can you change that please, I mean COME ON MAN that is just too much.
Been waiting for this game for some time now. I hope it is released soon and I hope that the engine has been updated at least a little bit so that the graphics don't feel to far behind.


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Anything is Possible by Elizabeth Strout
Pulitzer Prize winning author, Elizabeth Strout (Olive Kittredge) is back to what she does best...stringing separate short stories together through similar motifs as well as character connections. Few authors are so skilled at the sparse, spare writing that has the ability to illuminate so much. Admittedly, this author could write a grocery list and I would purchase it; I am consistently in awe of her brilliance. In a nod to her latest book My Name is Lucy Barton, Strout takes the peripheral characters from that short novel and gives them each their own moment of fame, in this case, their own chapter. We return to Amagash, Illinois, the town of Lucy's birth, reminded once again of the amalgamation of society in the heartland of America: the desperately poor, trapped by drugs, lack of education, and the disappearance of economic opportunity; the small town well-to-do folks, who have little concept of the 'other' and their needs; the folks who desperately seek love, sometimes finding it, sometimes not; the ones who escaped the small town trap, seeking bigger lives for themselves; and most importantly, we meet Lucy again, finally, in her attempt to return and reconnect with her siblings. Does it help to have read Lucy Barton? Yes. Is it necessary? No. (However, you should anyway - it is a fabulous book!). This book illuminates so much of what not only divides our country today, but also what heals our country; it is the story of men and women, adults and children, old and young, and their struggles to find a modicum of happiness in their one brief time on earth.
Beartown by Frederick Backman
The author of the international bestseller, A Man Called Ove, is back! On the surface, Beartown is a novel of a small town where every man, woman, and child is obsessed by hockey, driven to watch, cheer, and kowtow to anyone connected to the rink, and willing to look the other way for both small as well as life-changing offenses. Yet, hockey only grazes the surface. This is the story of Amat, the phenom who skates for free while his mother cleans the rink. It is the story of David, who needs to win and will motivate his boys any way he can. It is the story of Benji, a player with a huge heart and an even bigger secret. And it is the story of a family and a girl, whose core belief in their town, in what is true and honorable and right, is shaken to its very core. All these dynamic characters are drawn together and tested as a terrible tragedy strikes the hockey family, and ultimately the entire town. This story will sear your heart, force you to question your own actions, and make you cheer for the heroes that emerge. Backman is back...and this is his most powerful book yet.
We Were the Lucky Ones by Georgia Hunter
My first thought was...do I really want to read one more WWII book? Haven't I heard it all? After reading Georgia Hunter's debut novel, based on her Jewish family's experiences surviving the Holocaust, the answer to that question is a resounding YES I needed to read another one and NO, I have not heard it all! After learning about her Polish relatives' survival, Hunter does a masterful job of research, weaving a tale of incredible hope and survival. Covering the war years alone, we see the insular Jewish family of a mother, father, and five children, along with a few spouses as the Nazis slowly and insidiously enter their lives in Radom, Poland. As siblings are spun around the world (Russia, Brazil, Palestine, Italy, America), the war enacts terrible tolls, particularly on the one young grandchild. At times it was hard to read as it wrung my heart out, yet it is filled with the such great courage and yes, hope. The familial ties that bind this family together are extraordinary. The beginning is a bit slow as you try to sort out who all the family members are, but do not give up; the tale of survival and the incredible ending is worth every moment.
The Stolen Child by Lisa Carey
Having just spent a week hiking on the 'Wild Atlantic' coast of Ireland, this was just the book for me. Purchased in the Dingle bookstore, this book swept me away to a time period sixty years ago, on an island off the coast of Ireland inhabited by a fierce, independent, proud group of people who believe in the miracles of saints, the mischief of fairies, and the existence of changelings. Twins Emer and Rose both have their own families, but are torn apart by their enormous differences: one loves her husband, one merely settles; one wants to stay forever on the island, one wants to take the offer of of housing on the mainland; one is sweet, loving, and kind while the other is filled with a deep well of sadness, anger, and abandonment. When an American woman named after the island's saint, Brigid, comes and settles on the island, everyone's life is changed forever. This book is filled with passion, magic, tension, sorrow, anger, and hope; it was a beautiful journey into Irish folklore as well as the history of the coastal islands.
The Witchfinder's Sister by Beth Underdown
The premise sounded promising...17th century England, sister Alice returns home to live with brother Matthew when her husband dies in London, and finds her brother to be a nutcase when it comes to the occult. However, I found this book to be a bit of a drag. It took until half way through to really get into some plot development, as the author dragged the story along, plodding through the background on the family dynamics, the mystery of the brother's facial burns and their old servant, the complexities of their mother's mental and physical illnesses, the sister's hard life and marriage in London, etc. etc. etc. And quite frankly, I was less than interested in these details as little tension was developed, nor any characters I could sincerely love or hate. The second half was better, as the brother and sister take the 'show on the road' and ride about the small English villages testing young women for their skills at witchcraft. Some emotional angst is brought in as the sister struggles with her own morality as she becomes complicit in the trials and deaths of these women. The author plays with the idea of evil entities taking actual physical form, but does not firmly commit which is disconcerting to the reader. Is it fantasy? Is the evil read? Or is the evil within humanity? I would have liked more answers. Ultimately, I turned pages quickly in the end just to finish it, not because I was enamored.
The Women in the Castle by Jessica Shattuck
This book has garnered quite a bit of buzz in the book world so I was excited to finally get to it on my bookshelf. However, I was a bit under-whelmed. The plot line is actually quite intriguing, with a bit of a different take on WWII and the Holocaust. Instead of following the war, we see the aftermath and destruction of Germany, as well as the time period leading up to the declaration of war. It was interesting in today's times that we are living in, with the rise of nationalism across the Western world, to see the rise of a dictator who subtly and insidiously plays on people's fears until they are willing to follow blindly. The book is well-written, though at times I would have liked less long paragraphs and a bit more dialogue. However, my main issue with the book were the three main characters who share the post WWII life in the castle: Marianne, a privileged German aristocrat, courageous yet morally judgmental and inflexible; Ania, a hard-working mother of two boys with a dark secret; and Benita, an uneducated peasant thrust into a world of aristocracy and intrigue. I continuously read, hoping to see some development with the three characters yet I was ultimately disappointed. I found little to like, to applaud, or to feel deeply for in any of these women. Is it a good story that keeps you reading? Yes. Are there great heroes and villains? Not really. For a reader like me who loves richly developed characters, I would not recommend it.


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The author shares some brief quotes from an early (1872) homeopathy journal.
Author - Iman Navab
A Commentary on the NHMRC Position on Homeopathy
Iman Navab comments on the NHMRC study and puts it into perspective.
In Loving Memory of Vaikunthanath Kaviraj (10-31-1946 – 3-2-2013)
Iman Navab presents an article by the late Vaikunthanath Kaviraj
Hahnemann's Guidelines for Physician's Protection Against...
Hahnemann gives advice on how the physician may protect himself when treating patients with...
Dr. Hering's Messages
Iman Navab shares some of Constantine Hering's thoughts and wisdom in this month of Hering's birth.
Legislation for Homeopathy in 19th Century Ontario
Iman Navab explains how legislation helped legitimize homeopathy in 19th Century Ontario
The History of Acetylsalicylic acid
Iman Navab explains how knowledge of the action of Acetylsalicylic has evolved over many years.
Homeopathic Hospitals – Bring Them Back
Iman Navab says that it's time to bring back homeopathic hospitals.
History of Homeopathy: Stephen Simpson
A brief sketch of Stephen Simpson, a disciple of Hahnemann.
Homeopathy in New Zealand in the 1800's
Through excerpts in New Zealand newspapers, Iman Navab creates a sense of the desire for homeopathy...
Trituration and Succussion in the History of Medicine
Iman Navab presents a brief reflection on trituration and succussion
Dr. Allan Sutherland on Polypharmacy
A brief excerpt from an interview with Dr. Allan Sutherland, who comments on the state of...
Pyrarara, the Fish Who Complements Sulphur!
Iman Navab presents a discussion of Pyrarara, a remedy made from a fish of the Amazon. A case of...
Hahnemann's Advice
Hahnemann's advice on many matters that matter.
The Conversion of James Lillie, M.D
Homeopath Iman Navab describes the conversion of Dr. James Lillie.
Dr. Boenninghausen's Observation on Excessive Shaking of Remedies
Dr. Boenninghausen speculates on the possible danger of over succussing water potencies.
New York's First African American Female Homeopathic Doctor
Iman Navab writes about the first African American female homeopathic physician in New York.
Dr. R. Smith Laments the Villification of New Ideas
How is progress impeded? Dr. R. Smith laments the vilification of new ideas.
The Beginnings of Homeopathy in California
A discussion of the the beginnings of Homeopathy in California
A Brief History of Wells Homeopathic Hospital
A Brief History of Wells Homeopathic Hospital, Ohio.


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Seedling Mentor Program prepares and supports community volunteers like me in a school-based, research-driven relationship that has measurable results. Since it is based on best practices for mentoring children, it carefully teaches us how to begin, maintain and sometimes how to end a friendship with some of the most vulnerable children we will ever encounter. Continue reading
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More Lessons from Mentoring
I have mentioned before that I mentor with an amazing program called Seedling Mentoring Program. My mentee is an 8-year-old Latina who is a child of an incarcerated parent. She is a sweet, smart little girl who has a vivid imagination and a load of potential, but she is also surrounded by barriers. Continue reading
Life Lessons from Mentoring
As I have shared in "Becoming a Very Best Thing," I am mentoring a first grade girl this year through Seedling Mentor Program, a school-based, research driven and metrics based program that has great training and great support. This is a short award-winning video I think you will enjoy.
I come from a family that had its share of poverty and dysfunction, divorces and chaos. As an adult, I even had a dad in prison. The parallels between me and my little Mentee are many. You would think I would know everything I need to about how to communicate and behave constructively with her, but you would be wrong.
You see, I have forty plus years on her, and during that time I had a successful career, married a wonderful man, had two precious daughters, began my second career in philanthropy and along the way, I became financially comfortable and very removed from the culture of poverty and family crisis. I had to get re-indoctrinated and learn lessons from an adult perspective, and thank heavens, Seedling's Promise assumes we all will need that and prepares us accordingly to be intentional mentors.
There are many books on the subject of the culture of poverty and Ruby Payne's are "must reads" for anyone who really wants to explore it, but today I will share with you just a few things I learned this semester. Continue reading
Becoming a "Very Best Thing"
I read Ken Herman's column this morning in the Austin American Statesman, and the power of mentoring hit me once more.
You can read it here.
I hope that Mr. Herman's friend and mentee can work something out and stay in touch, but the reality is, these are kids whose lives are in chaos. Whether the move comes for a better job or cheaper rent for their care-giving parent, they have been passed on to yet another relative, or even if it is due to the vagaries of the foster care system…it really doesn't matter. It is another uprooting and another chance for abandonment for these children who have a parent in prison.
I started mentoring this year, after nearly a decade of helping provide opportunities for others to mentor and supporting the best site based and research driven program I know of; Seedling Mentor Program.
Why did I wait so long?
Well, based on my experiences with another mentoring program many years ago, I thought I wasn't good at it. You see, I had been thrown into an incredibly difficult situation pool with little preparation, training or support, and I drowned. Continue reading
Promises Fulfilled – Creating the Seedling College Scholarships
In 2007, my husband and I had an idea that would change our lives.
We had created a scholarship program for single mothers with dependent children at our local community college, funded by an endowment created by my husband's parents. It was designed to assist single mothers start new lives after death, divorce or loss of their partner through other circumstances, and we had created it with my mother's experiences in mind.
I knew that if something like that had been available for her, our lives could have been changed for the better when I was a child.
Success is empowering, and after years of reading the application letters and thank you letters from these women, it occurred to us to think of another group of people we could assist in a similar way.
I was President of the Board of Directors of the Seedling Foundation, and we had started a mentoring program a couple of years before that pairs highly trained and supported community volunteers with schoolchildren who have a parent in prison. Seedling's Promise serves Pre- Kindergarten-8th grade primarily, although the matches are supported through high school.
We thought, "What if we gave scholarships at the end of middle school?" Continue reading


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Holiday Fashion Trends 2017: 4 Trends to Keep an Eye On
It's that time of year again when everyone is crazy busy and Christmas music is inescapable! With the holidays come lots of special events, and for those special events, a lot of new fashion trends start appearing in stores. I've seen so many pieces catered to Christmas and New Years parties and I love it!
I rounded up some of the hottest holiday fashion trends of 2017 for you to wear to your parties, gift to your friends, or add to your wish list! Check them out below:
Products: Red top - Target, Green Dress - Charlotte Russe, Floral Dress - Target, Black Dress - Target, Skirt - Charlotte Russe, Green Top - Charlotte Russe
Velvet has been a holiday staple for a long time, but it's extra popular this year! I love the combination of trendy styles with a classic fabric like velvet. Since it is such a holiday staple, you can wear velvet to pretty much any event you have this winter - office party, Christmas Eve service, family dinner, it doesn't matter! This trend is so widespread you can find something to suit your needs!
Oversized Sequins
Products: Skirt - MissGuided, Pastel Top - MissGuided, Black Top - MissGuided, Black Dress - Forever 21, Gold Dress - MissGuided, Bodysuit - Forever 21
Sequins are another common style around this time of year, but this time they're a little different. Oversized sequins (or "paillettes") are really popular this year for adding a little sparkle to your look! I love the glam feel to these pieces, especially for the holidays!
Tacky outfits
Products: Skirt Set - Target, Velvet Dress - Target, Jumpsuit - Target, Pinafore - Target, Leggings - American Eagle, Elf Dress - Francescas
Tacky Christmas Sweaters have been a huge hit recently, but this year we're going further. Entire tacky outfits in holiday themes are popping up everywhere. This trend is so silly and over-the-top and I love it! These are sure to be a hit at any party this season!
Furry Coats
Products: White Coat - Forever 21, Pink Coat - Target, Color Block Coat - Target, Blue Coat - Forever 21, Black Coat - Target
Fuzzy coats have been crazy popular this year, too, and I am here for it! These are so glam and sure to keep you warm on the way to celebrations. These are the perfect finishing touch to any party outfit this season!
What do you think?
What trends have you seen popping up recently? What's your favorite holiday party look? Let us know in the comments below!


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The Biker Bucket List: North Africa to Dakar
João Sousa is a Solo Adventure Rider from Portugal who has travelled routes in more than 30 countries. He does what many of us only dream about – taking time away from the rat race to pursue the long road. Along the way, those dreams can throw up many tough


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American Express has launched a new no annual fee Delta co-brand, the Blue Delta SkyMiles Credit Card from American Express, which earns 2 SkyMiles per dollar at US restaurants and Delta, 1 mile elsewhere.
Signup bonus is 10,000 miles after $500 in purchases within 3 months. And it comes with a 20% statement credit rebate on eligible inflight Delta purchases.
Several observations.
- The card doesn't appear to be available for application yet, I received a press release about it but it goes live tomorrow (Thursday).
- No annual fee cards used to earn at best 1 mile per 2 dollars spent, but of course miles have been devalued (though aren't cheaper for the banks to buy)
- The reason to get an airline card is for the travel benefits and this card doesn't get you that. No checked bags or priority boarding.
- Your spending should be earning points that transfer to a variety of mileage currencies.
- At least this card bonuses restaurants. The Delta Amex a decade ago bonused 'everyday spend' categories, it was a pioneer in offering category bonuses, but that ended. In this way the new card is better for points-earning than the expensive Delta co-brands.
- If spend counts towards elite qualifying dollar waiver ($25,000 in a year on existing products will waive the requirement to achieve status) then this is a great product there would be no reason for elites to get the $95 annual fee card. It's not yet clear if this product does and I've inquired.
Update: According to Doctor of Credit,
It will come with a Medallion Qualification Dollar Waiver (MQD) until the end of 2017. Starting 1/1/18 spend on this card will not count towards the MQD waiver unless you have another American Express Delta card.
Update 2: Officially confirmed by American Express:
Effective January 1, 2018 (in line with the beginning of Medallion Qualification Year), Card Members who only have a Blue Delta SkyMiles Credit Card, will not be eligible for the MQD waiver.
However, if a Card Member has a Blue Delta Card and another Delta SkyMiles Credit Card (Delta SkyMiles Credit Card, Gold Delta SkyMiles Credit Card, Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card or Reserve Delta SkyMiles Credit Card), their spend on all of their Delta SkyMiles Cards, including the Blue Delta Card, will count towards the MQD waiver threshold of $25,000 in eligible spend annually.
American Express is running a contest to promote the new product:
To celebrate the new Blue Delta SkyMiles Credit Card from American Express, one winner and three friends can win the ultimate food-filled excursion to Nashville, Tenn.
From delicious barbeque to hot chicken, this getaway will offer a winner and three guests:
- Roundtrip flights with Delta Air Lines6
- Four night Airbnb stay (awarded in the form of a $2500 coupon code)
- Six dining experiences at select Nashville restaurants (up to $500 per meal)
- $400 worth of Lyft ride credits for the trip
- Away luggage pieces in blue for winner
Beginning Sept. 7, to enter the Taste of Travel with #DeltaAmexBlue contest, consumers must post a photo and caption on Instagram or Twitter that represents why the entrant and their best friends deserve the ultimate getaway trip to dine their way around Nashville using the hashtags #DeltaAmexBlue and #Contest from 12:00 a.m. EST Sept. 7, 2017 through 11:59 p.m. PST on Oct. 12, 2017.
New products to appeal to different sets of consumers is a key strategy now that cardmember acquisition growth for airline credit cards has slowed in the face of competition from bank proprietary products. I don't think this will be enough because it's really not the best product for any large consumer group unless spend counts towards waiver of qualifying dollar requirements for elite status which I've inquired about but it's interesting to watch the experiment.
Update: As noted above and confirmed, cardmembers who spend $25,000 on the card in 2017 will receive the qualifying dollar waiver, starting in 2018 spend on this product will count towards the waiver only if the cardmember also has one of the other pre-existing annual fee products as well.


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Saturday, May 6, 2017
Flowering Dogwood Happy Birthday Card
The Rubber Buggy on-line store carries all of these supplies to make this card. They offer great customer service and fast delivery on all of your orders.
I made this card using the Heartfelt Creations paper, dies and stamps besides the NUVO Crystal Drops and NUVO Mousse that comes in so many colors.
Do you know that if you use a wonderful stamping tool like the MISTI that Rubber Buggy carries, you can do so many different techniques in stamping.
I couldn't live without this very VERY important stamp tool. I was able to stamp these flowers twice with the Ranger pink ink and then stamp it again twice with Ranger clear embossing powder or any clear or clear glitter embossing powder that you have on hand. If you don't have a lot of colors of embossing powders, this is one technique that you can use with any type of ink besides pigment ink but only with a stamping tool like the MISTI.
I just love the prills for the center of my flowers. I took my fingers and dipped it in the NUVO Aqua Mist Mousse and applied it to the center of the flowers and glued mini prills in the center. I added NUVO Apple Green Crystal Drops to the pattern flowers and the small die cut flowers. I colored the small die cut dogwoods with colored pencils and Copic markers.
I just love the Heartfelt Creations Decorative Oval. I added 5mm flatback pearls.
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Have a fabulous crafting day!
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Nelson Bay Bed & Breakfast is set amongst the gum trees and bush land reserve, bringing you a little bit closer to nature. The area is attractive to lorikeets, kookaburras and other native animals.
Described in Lonely Planet as more like a boutique Motel, this architect-designed, purpose built B&B is a cosy, comfortable and conveniently located home-away-from-home only a few minutes walk from the CBD of Nelson Bay,(800m to PO) Restaurants and Marina area.
There are only 3 Queen rooms (not suitable for children)all with their own ensuites (2 with Spa's). Separate guest facilities including lounge/dining area for breakfast or enjoy breakfast out on the deck overlooking the bush. The lounge area has a gas log fire,for the cooler nights, great for sitting with your favourite book.
Small library of books, DVD's and CD's and games. BBQ with oven and side burner, tools, etc provided. Shared kitchen (no oven),large fridge, plates, etc. Microwave, Coffee Machine, Water Cooler, Large Selection of tea's,coffee, hot chocolate, etc.
Trish your host has a world of knowledge about the bay ensuring you get the best out of your stay in the Port Stephens area,with the booking of tours,etc at a discount.
Office facilities including printer, photo-copier and use of computer and free wi-fi.
Laundry facilities including dryer.
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- -Book library
- -Complimentary breakfast
- -DVD library
- -Gay friendly
- -Free wi-fi in public areas
- -Internet computer
- -Kitchen
- -Guest laundry
- -Not suitable for children
- -Office and business services
- -Parking – free
- -Parking – on-site
- -Safety deposit box
- -Tea / coffee making
- -Tour desk
- -Fireplace in lobby
- -Coffee/tea in lobby
- -Microwave in lobby
- -Tour assistance
- -Laundry facilities
- -Free breakfast
- -Designated smoking areas
- -Luggage storage
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I love a big kitchen and this one is right up my alley. For my personal taste I like everything white in a kitchen from the walls to the backsplash and cupboards, with some warm wood tone furniture pieces. In my dream kitchen my floors will be hand made morrocan tiles, huge windows looking out to a gorgeous garden with a view of the ocean....ahhh I can so see it.
But back to this fab kitchen, I love the mix of aqua and mint, with the white walls and beams. So gorgeous and effective.
I have a soft spot for a kitchen with a nice seating area, and this one's is so beautiful and cozy. I hope you enjoyed this space as much as I did.
(Images: Bolig Magasinet)