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The inaugural 7til7 Challenge encourages Australians to take control of their relationship with the internet by actively disconnecting between the hours of 7pm and 7am each day for 7 days from 19th - 25th April 2015. Last year Telstra's Smartphone and Tablet Index revealed that the average smartphone user interacts with their device more than 150 times a day and it's statistics like this, that inspired the creation of a fundraising initiative that puts the spotlight on our internet habits with the added benefit of raising funds and awareness for headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation. 7til7 aims to address not only our ever increasing work demands but offer some solutions for a better balance between our connection to the internet with our connection to the real world. The 7til7 Challenge is fronted by the Morrissey family headed up by entertainment management veteran Mark Morrissey who has nurtured the careers of some of the biggest names in Hollywood, his wife, co director and director of newly launched Mrs M…. Lizzi and their two daughters actor/singer/model Mia and 12 year old ACCTA nominee Piper. 'As a family with four Individual busy schedule's we really do have to make an effort to give ourselves family time. It's so easy to be unaware of how little time you have together… of how much time we loose each day because of our devices. So when I was presented with the 7til7 campaign it immediately resonated with me. I'm hoping for a variation of time together and personal time… to give the mind an opportunity to unravel the noise and the wonder of what we may learn from the experience and something perhaps new about each other. ' Lizzi Morrissey They are joined by Gyton Grantley whose many credits include House Husbands, Beneath Hill 60, Balibo and Prime Mover and Rodger Corser who is best known for his regular roles on Rush, Spirited, Puberty Blues and Party Tricks. 'The other day a friend asked me if I've read any good books lately. I had to think about it and honestly could not remember the last one I'd read. Its been over a year. That's it! Time to put the phone down and get back to conversation and story" Gyton Grantley Explaining his involvement in the campaign as a busy actor husband and father to 3 children Rodger Corser said, "It's time for a technology de-tox. Disconnect to reconnect and enjoy the benefits of real connection with your friends and family." 7til7 aims to take a different approach to educating Aussies about work life balance. Its not about stopping social media or throwing out your computer but rather having time out - 7til7 challenges YOU to disconnect from the internet from 7pm to 7am for 7 days. By taking part you'll not only reconnect in new and interesting ways - you'll also help raise funds by being sponsored in your challenge whilst raising awareness for a great cause. All money raised by the 7til7 Challenge goes to headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation which helps young people (12 - 25 years) who are going through a tough time by providing support for problems like depression, anxiety, bullying and body image and other issues. Research shows that 75% of mental health disorders emerge before the age of 25. By treating these issues and providing a more holistic model of support, the risk of them developing into more serious problems is greatly decreased. The 7til7 Challenge takes place nationally from Sunday 19 to Saturday 25 April 2015. Reconnect with yourself, your community and the world around you - to find out more or to join the 7til7 Challenge team visit www.7til7.com
Question: What is the 7til7 Challenge? Lizzi Morrissey: An awareness campaign also hoping to assist raise funds for Headspace. Question: Where did the idea for the 7til7 Challenge come from? Lizzi Morrissey: I first heard about it from my friend and colleague Amanda Fry. Question: What to you hope to achieve from this challenge? Lizzi Morrissey: A greater awareness of the effects of being less present in our daily life… because we disconnect from ourselves, family and friends due to our connection with our device's. Question: How do you believe this challenge will help your family? Lizzi Morrissey: I'm hoping it will bring an openness to change because of the positive effects of the challenge or simply just all of us being committed to a combined cause… to be able to be consciously aware of the effects of the challenge whatever they may be. Question: How much time do you spend on your phone? Lizzi Morrissey: Hmm… personally I can be on the phone throughout the day continually. There is always someone I should be talking to about business, scheduling, my family and friends. I seem to be the connector. My business is people based so I actually need to connect with clients and associate's constantly. To be able to co-ordinate our families individual schedule's and needs I need to be aware of our movements daily so that may mean many phone call's text's or whatever means to connect to them. Question: Why is it important to balance our connection to the internet with our connection to the real world? Lizzi Morrissey: Life is about Balance. Too much of one thing will always throw the other off balance. Question: Why did you choose to raise awareness for the National Youth Mental Health Foundation? Lizzi Morrissey: Your mental state can be such a fragile component of yourself. I have seen many people suffer quietly and openly both with devastating outcome's. It seems so simple for some, judging those who are not coping. Not giving time to really understand the reason's. Our youth are surrounded by pressure's .. their world, they themselves are constantly changing. Bringing an AWARENESS to give our youth firstly the better of the doubt, the support, to be heard, to not feel we have to control them but guide them I believe will make a difference. Too many Children are hurting themselves, punishing themselves and devastatingly ending their lives before they have even began. Their cries for help are engulfing us more and more.. yet it feels many choose to be blind. That the problem is too big. Headspace are here to help and I/we are here to support. Question: How can Australians get involved with the 7til7 Challenge? Lizzi Morrissey: Please visit: http://www.7til7.com/ and get on board/support me on: https://give.everydayhero.com/au/7til7team Interview by Brooke Hunter


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Road Distractions, Winter, and Impaired Driving
Web posted on January 12, 2017
By Les Enekes
It's nice to see that there are some new distracted driving laws on the books. As usual they do not go far enough. The fine for using hand held devices and texting is only $490. The smallest fine for the first offence should be no less than $1000. For too many people the current fines are just a cost of doing business. If convicted of texting while driving, they should lose the device for a minimum of seven days, just like impaired drivers lose their cars for seven days. That should make some hard core users think twice. If convicted of a second offence, they should be given a hammer and would have to destroy the device on the spot, and a one year ban on owning or using any smart device. If that doesn't scare the living daylights out of even the most hard core users, I don't know what will. Fines should at least double with each conviction, and appropriate jail time if there is a serious collision. I notice that a Quebec coroner is suggesting that causing an accident while using a hand held device have its own criminal penalty. Good idea, the penalty should be at least the same as impaired. The latest reports from the OPP indicate that more people are killed and injured in crashes involving distracted drivers than with impaired drivers. Get with it politicians, and make the penalties severe enough to stop people from even thinking about texting while driving or using a hand held device. The obvious exemption for emergency use would still apply.
While on the subject of distractions on the road, those new LED things (I refuse to refer to them as running lights) replacing real running lights on new vehicles must be banned immediately and retroactively. The colour temperature and brightness hurt the eyes. Those funky shapes should not be considered as running lights. These new things are just as much distraction for some people as if they were texting. Not one person I have talked to about these abominations thinks they should be allowed and all agree that they must be banned immediately. These things alone have taken away what little pleasure is left in driving.
The other seriously distracting thing out there is those vehicles that have the headlight go out when the turn signal is activated. If we cannot see a turn signal it is either because the headlight is too bright, or the turn signal is not bright enough or too small. These must be banned retroactively. I would be reasonable about this and give the manufacturers 90 days to solve the issue and replace them all. There must be strict laws on colour temperature and brightness on both running lights and headlights. Those new bluish ones must go immediately at the manufactures expense. There must also be a limit on the number of lumens the lights emit. I understand the need for bright lights when driving outside of cities. If they can make self driving cars they can make devices that turn off the high beams for oncoming traffic, and dim the lights when following another vehicle. These must be made mandatory by the 2018 model year.
There are too many lights on the roads these days. There should only be two reasonable sized tail lights on vehicles, not a whole panorama of LED lights covering the back, and of course the middle light. Again the brightness must be regulated. Whatever happened to the concept of two headlights on the front of vehicles? There are way too many vehicles out there with what appear to be a second set of headlights. Again, these must be banned. Stick with the old formula of one set of headlights and one set of parking/turn signal lights in orange. We also don't need the fancy lights under the vehicles. If people want them for show purposes, fine, but there must be an interlock that prevents them from operating when the vehicle is moving, and more importantly, pay a huge premium when renewing their plates. There must be a limit on the number of lights and size permitted on vehicles.
Driving at night used to be a pleasure, now I avoid it. I don't even like being a passenger at night.
Hey folks it's WINTER IN CANADA. That white stuff may look nice and fluffy, but it can be very dangerous. There are way too many drivers out there who don't clean their vehicles and that number seems to increase with every snowfall. CLEAN ALL THE SNOW OFF YOUR VEHICLES. This means cleaning all of it, not just a little spot on your windshield. Ever notice that the bigger the vehicle the lazier the owner (what a surprise). If you are going to drive an Urban Redneck Vehicle or Silly Urban Vehicle, you can afford to buy a proper snow brush (a device for the removal of snow from a vehicle) or even a broom so the rest of us don't get hit by flying snow or ice. Police should be doing a lot more to enforce this. They need to set up something like RIDE checks the morning after, or even during every major snow event. Charge everyone who has not cleaned off their vehicles properly. There should be zero tolerance. Hey politicians, make the penalties MUCH stronger so that no one will even consider driving without completely cleaning off the vehicle. Right now the fine is only $110. Add a zero to that fine for a first offence. Also add at least 100 hours of community service cleaning senior's driveways. For a second offence double the fine and impound the vehicle until all the snow melts. This should also result in six demerit points. If there are children in the vehicle, there should also be an automatic charge of child endangerment. I am fed up with driving behind moving blizzards.
There was a news report over the weekend about a driver in Winnipeg who was ticketed for having about 10 cm of snow on his van. The ticket came close to $240. It's better than our fine of $110. According to the report, in Manitoba snow on a vehicle is considered to be an unsecured load.
From what I saw after our December snow events, at least half of the cars driving around should have been ticketed. Several days after the snow ended there were still a fair number of idiots (my editors won't let me use the words I would like to use) driving around with several inches of snow on their vehicles. Driving with any snow still on a vehicle 24 hours after a snow event should have the same penalties as distracted driving. Throw the book at these people, not that they could read it.
These people also don't care about the environment either. Let's face it, the snow will change the aerodynamics of the car and use more gas. The extra weight of the snow will also waste more gas. These people also must love She Who Must Not Be Re-elected because they want to give more money to her latest cash grab.
We have laws on the books about not shovelling your snow onto the roadway. Why aren't the by-law officers out in full force after every snowfall? I see people pushing snow out to the middle of the roads way too often. I am talking about those (expletive deleted) people who push what seems to be their entire driveway out onto the road. Double or triple the current fines. With the number of people throwing snow on the roads we would not need that special levy if the by-law people did their job. I would also like to see some serious community service, such as cleaning senior's driveways with teaspoons and paint brushes. Maybe the city should put several dump trucks worth of snow in their driveway. I would dump a whole truckload of coal in your driveway, not just the one lump you got for Christmas. Get with the program. Clean your driveways responsibly. DO NOT PUSH THE SNOW ONTO THE ROAD!!!!
Unless you are one of those people who will only drive on city roads when they are clean and dry, why don't you have winter tires on your vehicle? If you are riding your bicycle with snow on the road and wearing all white clothes, why haven't your loved ones done an intervention and had you involuntarily committed for intensive therapy?
I also feel that there is still not enough done with impaired drivers. With all the advertising campaigns, and the social stigma associated with drunk drivers, getting caught should be a very rare occurrence. Yet hardly a week goes by without the police report section showing multiple charges. Look at the number of accidents and fatalities caused by drinking and driving over the past few years. I don't think that number is going down. All too many times the impaired person isn't the one injured. We still have some very wimpy penalties for impaired driving. The penalties must be many times more severe than they are today. What is it going to take for politicians to take this issue seriously and take some real meaningful action? How many more innocent people have to die?
I realize that alcoholism is a very complex disease. A first offence must result in a medical assessment to see if the driver is an alcoholic or just stupid. The problem is that there are many people who can never give up drinking, and will try to keep driving no matter what the courts do. There have been numerous news reports of people with lifetime driving bans getting caught driving impaired. Interlock devices would be great if all motor vehicles had them, and that would have to include boats, planes, tractors, riding lawn mowers, electric wheel chairs, scooters, and even golf carts. Somewhat impractical, even for this curmudgeon, besides how would you ever put one on a bicycle?
Maybe it will have to come to other extreme ideas such as treating drinking like smoking. How many people die each year as a result of drinking related problems? How many people are injured each year by drunk drivers? How many people take up health care space with drinking related diseases? Perhaps drinking on television and movies should be restricted like smoking. Maybe there should be warning labels. Will it take a complete ban on advertising? Prohibition did not work back then, and it won't work today. Things must change. I am not against responsible drinking. I enjoy the occasional drink and I know my limits.
Then there is the proposed legalization of marijuana (great idea as long as it becomes a serious cash cow for the governments like tobacco, alcohol, and they can lower other taxes). Perhaps that idea should be put on the back burner or even off the stove, until a reliable roadside check is available. The last thing we need is more impaired drivers on the road.
Les Enekes can be reached directly by owl. For those not owl equipped, he can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com
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Torn By Eleanor Green, Review and Giveaway
By Eleanor Green
4 Stars
This was a awesome debut for Eleanor Green. I was hooked from the first page and read it in a day. I really just couldn't put it down. It was engaging, lovely, romantic, heart wrenching, disturbing. frustrating and sweet
When Katie Harrington becomes engaged to Branson Stone she believes her life is right on track for all her dreams to come true.
However, flashes of a life she never lived haunt her—leading her to discover a past that has been purposely erased from her memory in order to protect her from horrible truths.
The look on her fiancé's face as she retells everything she remembers will forever be etched in her mind. Instead of catching and comforting her, he lets her go.
Retreating to the family's cottage on the Outer Banks for the summer, Katie's heart begins to heal. She succumbs to the allure of a dangerously handsome local, Aidan Romero. But as soon as Katie begins to let go and move on with Aidan . . . Branson finds her.
This is what I was thinking while reading this book
OK interesting
What what
Woh there
Oh nooooo
Omg wtf nooooo
And in that order!!!
This book took me though a wide range of emotions!! While this starts out wonderfully and you think you are getting just a lovely story about a new couple meeting and falling in love, then bang!! Shit gets real and you are taken on a dark and twisted path. What happens when the one you love the most isn't there when you need him the most???
This was great, I loved Katie and Branson. I thought they were perfect for each other and loved seeing their relationship grow, it felt true and real and believable a quality that is sometime lacking in other books I have read.
Now how do I say what I'm feeling with out giving away any spoilers?? OK here goes I'm just going to jot down some random thoughts that will most likely mean nothing to you till you read the book.
*Gram is a bitch!! Hated her. thought she was a manipulating cow.
*Branson was awesome and I felt bad for him..I mean he wasn't even allowed to react??? People deal and process stuff differently and that was his way, I think everyone was way to harsh on him.
*While I understand the need to get away and overall it wasn't a bad idea to sort your head out but not the way Katie did it, also she never really seemed to sort out anything. She didn't IMO deal with anything that happened to her in her early life and that felt unresolved.
*I hated Aidan, sleazy ass wipe, never liked him and HATED what she did with him!!!! I can not express that enough!
This was beautifully written and I fell in love withEleanor Greens writing style and I will read this author again and again. She has a rare talent for writing believable and engaging characters and dialog, I cant wait to see whats next for her.


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First Energy's coal-fired Bay Shore power plant in Oregon, Ohio, sits near the point where the Maumee River empties into Maumee Bay. It is an area renowned as a spawning ground for fish species, particularly walleye. Many of those fish migrate through the Detroit River into Lake St. Clair and farther northward. Figures the company supplied show the plant kills 126,000 fish a day a number environmental groups say is unacceptable.
"To catch and then eat fish, we need a license, and there are rules and penalities that trigger when more than six walleye and 25 perch are caught in a day," said Sandy Bihn, director of the Western Lake Erie Waterkeeper Association, during a teleconference Monday.
"(Company) studies show that 24,000 walleye and 12,000 various size (juvenile and larval) walleye and perch, on average, are killed every day. Yet First Energy pays nothing and does little to nothing to reduce the kills."
The plant has been in operation since 1955 and features a trio of coal-fired units and one oil-fired unit. According to First Energy's Web site, the plant produces 648 megawatts of electricity, employs 202 people and contributes $1.98 million to the local tax rolls.
What it's missing, opponents say, is a cooling tower an addition that would greatly reduce the amount of water needed to be taken in via underground pipes from the river. That intake causes fish young and old to be trapped and killed in large numbers as many as 46 million a year, Bihn said.
First Energy officials, however, said the numbers being used by environmental groups are misleading. Spokesman Chris Eck said that while the plant does indeed take in 46 million fish a year through its intake pipe, far fewer are killed. Anywhere from 2 percent to 60 percent of fish survive, depending on the species in question, he said.
In addition, he said, the company is breaking no laws. "We comply fully with the regulations in our current EPA-issued permit and will continue to do so," Eck said. "There is a new (federal) rule in the works that is expected to be enacted by this fall that will impose some limitations on our impact on aquatic life. When that rule is released we will find a way to comply with that."
Members of the Western Lake Erie Waterkeeper Association and the Ohio Environmental Council want the state to fine Akron, Ohio-based First Energy and compel the company to build a cooling tower on the site. The cost of that tower should not be passed on to the energy users, they said.
"We really do feel the shareholders should have to bear the burden of that rather than the ratepayers," said Kristy Meyer, director of agricultural and clean water programs for the nonprofit Ohio Environmental Council.


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BELLE GLADE — Mayor Steve Wilson announced this week that the city is throwing a Christmas party for the less privileged in the city on Tuesday, Dec. 19, at the city's Louis D. Lewis/Mary O. Evans Resource Center in downtown Belle Glade.
"As you know, we all respect and acknowledge that Christmas is celebrated in many different ways. I'm also confident to say that I'm sure we all would agree that historically, Christmas has been a time of giving, sharing and receiving. Unfortunately, many of our children in Belle Glade may not be as fortunate as others to either give, share or receive," he said.
"Therefore, on behalf of the City of Belle Glade, elected officials, the city manager, staff and supporting sponsors, we have embarked upon hosting a citywide Christmas event for the past few years. This year's event again will be hosted at the Louis D. Lewis/Mary O. Evans Resource Center. There will be free food, entertainment and toys given out to the children, from 4 to 9 p.m.," said the mayor.
This event is open to the community, but especially children from infants to those of high school age.
The City of Belle Glade was still lining up contributing sponsors to joining together in providing food and entertainment. Contact City Hall or Mayor Wilson to participate.
The resource center is located at 1224 S.W. Ave. E Place, and the event starts at 4 p.m. Dec. 19.
"We wanted to make sure we provided some toys to those who may need it," Mayor Wilson said. Mr. Wilson also noted that the city just hosted the Palm Beach County League of Cities end-of-year luncheon cookout event on Friday, Dec. 1. "People from all over the state as well the county (were) there," he said.


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This Italian villa, completed in 1924 by architect Carlton Winslow, sits on over 7 acres overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The property comes with a pool/pool house, sauna, tennis court, guest house, butlers pantry, private well, and 3 gated entrances. Wood beams and accents warm this place up, and make it feel old and historical. The clean white/dark wood style make you feel like you're spending the day on the Amalfi coast. Contact Steve Slavin, Coldwell Banker, if you want to see the house in person! It's listing price is $24 million.
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On Thursday evening, an enthusiastic group was introduced to the new Board of Directors for IFMA Los Angeles Chapter, sworn in by Francis Kuhn, CFM and IFMA Fellow. New President Wilson Cisneros and Vice President Jackie Rivera warmly welcomed guests and pledged to raise the bar to further enhanced programming, education, and networking for the Chapter's Facility Managers and Affiliate members.
Chris Nehls, Director of Facilities at the Disney Consumer Products & Interactive Mediacampus, surprised the attendees at the event with a tour of the LABS project, Executive Screening Room and Creative Research Library. Along with Chris to describe what the tour was viewing, we also had representatives from the firms who created the spaces, Ken Anderson, IA and Michael McCarthy, McCarthy + Company elaborating on the functions of the business unit/venue as well as the process in creating the spaces. It was truly a very special night for all the attendees.
Don't miss another IFMA meeting, you'll never know what surprises you might be passing up. Our new Board and Committee Chairs are working on making 2017-2018 a memorial year for the Chapter.
The photo below was taken from the exclusive 33-seater screening room normally reserved for executives and special guests. See more photos on our Facebook page.


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With an HVAC zoning system, you can cool or heat areas of your home individually. These systems range from simple to complex. They all can help you stay comfortable while giving you a means to reduce your energy usage.
Uneven Cooling and Heating
Does it take far longer to reach a comfortable temperature in one area than it does in another? Is the downstairs a sauna while the upstairs feels like a winter wonderland? These are all symptoms of an uneven heating or cooling problem. These issues can occur in any home, even a well-insulated one.
Your HVAC system will remain on constantly as it struggles to fill the whole house or space with treated air. If you don't have a well-balanced configuration, you can end up with an HVAC system constantly cycling as it tries to maintain the temperature. That, in turn, results in high utility bills and heavy wear on your HVAC system.
There are many reasons for unevenly treated air distribution. A zoning system is an ideal solution for making your HVAC system behave.
How Can a Zoning System Help?
A zoning system will allow you to heat or cool only those areas that require it. Instead of struggling to send treated air to the whole house, your HVAC system can send it only to where it's needed.
For example, if you're in the living room, there's no need to have your central air trying to cool off other areas. You probably even have some parts of your home that you rarely step foot in. It's pointless to have the spare bedroom taking up your resources for no reason.
Zoning is also a great peacemaker. If you're in a home with a family or other people, zoning can give everybody control over the areas they're in. There's nothing as grating as an argument over whether it's too hot or cold in the house.
You can have a temperature you're comfortable with, while someone in another area can have a completely different temperature set. Even if multiple people are using the HVAC resources, the zoning system is still doing its job by not sending air to unused areas.
Is Your Home Ready for a Zoning System?
There are many types of zoning systems out there. There are some options that may work with your current HVAC system, but that's not always a given. You may need a professional contractor to work on your ductwork and make sure you can split your home into independent zones.
Ductless heating and cooling systems can offer a form of zoning. For example, a mini-split system doesn't require ductwork. These systems will offer heating and cooling capabilities wherever you place them. Each unit can handle a zone, with lines connecting them all to the compressor and air handler.
Ask a professional cooling and heating service about what kinds of options will work best for your current HVAC system. Barring that, the contractor can help you to figure out what you will have to do to add a new zoning system to your home. To learn more, contact a company like HELP Plumbing, Heating, Cooling and Electric.Share
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Every summer, I agonized over energy bills that would shoot into the stratosphere as a result of my efforts to keep cool in the heat. Every time I turned the temperature down, my bills increased. This summer, I decided to take some of the control over my energy bill back. I installed reflective film on my windows that reduced the amount of light and heat coming into the house. I started serving more cold meals or asking my husband to barbecue outside, so that my air conditioner didn't have to compete with the hot stove, and I started doing laundry at night to reduce appliance heat in the house at peak times. I also had ceiling fans installed. So far, the difference in my bill has been tremendous. This blog is a way for me to explore other ways to reduce energy drain during the summer months.


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Tooth enamel forms the first line of defense when it comes to protecting our teeth against tooth decay and cavities. It is the outermost part of the tooth, and it serves to protect the more delicate tooth pulp and dentin below it. Lucky enough, tooth enamel comes equipped for this role as it is the hardest substance in our bodies. But since it doesn't have living cells, tooth enamel cannot
We all want our smiles to look gorgeous, white and bright. Unfortunately, as you age and depending on the diet you consume, your teeth will naturally yellow and lose their luster with time. Going for professional whitening treatments is crucial to whitening your teeth by multiple shades in just one visit, however, there are many things you can do at home to not only naturally brighten your smile, but also
We all want a beautiful smile, but taking care of our teeth is more than just cosmetic. Regular dental visits can help prevent oral health problems that can affect other parts of the body. It's recommended that everyone visit the dentist every six months for a cleaning and checkup, but sometimes more frequent visits are required. What a Dental Visit Entails Each dental visit will start with a review of
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Gum Disease Scottsdale When most people think of dental health, they focus on teeth. Though teeth are the most obvious dental structure, gums also play an important role in dental health. Gums are tissue that cover the base of the teeth and help secure the teeth in the mouth. Unhealthy gums can cause a range of dental issues including bad breath, loose teeth and tooth decay. To have a bright,
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Even if you're careful about your oral health, you may be making some mistakes. There's more to dental hygiene than simply brushing and flossing daily, and many people have habits that harm their teeth. Here are six of the most common dental hygiene mistakes: 1. Brushing Too Hard Gentle pressure is all you need to remove plaque and bacteria from your teeth. Aggressive brushing is one of the most common


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I present this information at this time because the old saying, "What you are doing on New Year's Eve is a precursor to the coming year".
So, this is what is coming…this is what is here…this is what is NOW!
It's either going to suck you up…or spit you out!
SMILE! You're on candid camera…most don't remember that phrase, but it was connected to a show with Allen Funt. Again, many of you have never heard of him either. It was an American hidden camera/practical joke reality television series. Our family watched it every week!
The show involved concealing cameras filming ordinary people being confronted with unusual situations, sometimes involving trick props, such as a desk with drawers that pop open when one is closed or a car with a hidden extra gas tank. When the joke was revealed, victims would be told the show's catchphrase, "Smile, you're on Candid Camera."
In fact, it's downright frightening.
First off….there's excellent reasons why The Bible tells us to "get out of her"
Revelation 18 (KJV)
4 And I heard another voice from heaven, saying, Come out of her, my people, that ye be not partakers of her sins, and that ye receive not of her plagues.
There is a new format…well the technology is not new, but the implication of its location is new.
CBS has focused an article on this subject:
Facial recognition software is scanning you where you least expect it
Right about now, you're probably thinking to yourself…well, that's not really new at all! And you'd be spot on! But it's the location WHERE it's being utilized that has me concerned and it should concern you as well.
It has three steps to the process;
- Enroll people
- 2. Upload pictures or videos
- Identifies the face
WHO is the target of this? Well, The Bible is very clear about WHO/WHAT we are to be distant from. And I can't think of a more perfect scenario to explain that Scripture.
We are told to get out of HER? The BEAST! The beast system.
The program which I speak of is called CHURCHIX.
Imagine that! Naming the program "CHURCH"….well, it's not a gimmick, or typo!
Churchix is a face recognition based event attendance tracking software. Developed as a desktop application, Churchix identifies event attending members in videos and photos. All you need to do is enrol photos of your members into the software, then connect a live video USB camera or upload recorded videos or photos – and Churchix will identify your members!
Churchix facial recognition software is designed for Church administrators and event managers who want to save the pain of manually tracking their members attendance to their events.
First of its kind, Churchix provides you with accurate data on members attendance in your events and services. The software also allows you to sort and manage your videos and photos.
The photos are called, "PROBE PHOTOS".
Probe Photos are the photos coming from an event either as still images or video frames, and they are fed into Churchix facial recognition software. The probe photos are matched against the reference photos. Naturally, probe photos have lower quality since they are sometimes taken in the field in dynamic conditions.
But, get this!
Who is it for?
Churchix was developed especially for churches, however it can be used by event managers who want to track event attendance, or by anyone who wants to identify known guests from a large photos collection or from video. If you are looking for another face recognition solution please visit Face-Six.
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Has your pastor crossed over to the dark side?
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is offering a GIFT! This gift is like tithing to me…giving freely one-tenth of one's income to the CHURCH! You see, it's not going to GOD but instead it's being shoved into the pockets of pastors so they can afford their luxury lifestyles.
DHS is offering a bal opps – ball and chain!
In short, the DHS is offering GRANTS for churches who want to upgrade their "technology" in accordance with the rules and regulations associated with their "URBAN FUSION CENTER"
State and Major Urban Area Fusion Centers
Fusion centers operate as state and major urban area focal points for the receipt, analysis, gathering, and sharing of threat-related information between federal; state, local, tribal, territorial (SLTT); and private sector partners.
Using our own weapons against us?
Music software Reads Body Language to create Playlist based on Mood
Concealed Audio Speakers. In a light?
Environmental Sensors. In a light?
Security Routing. In a light?
Patented Wireless Technology?
I brought up my software and reversed the image/logo! 666!
It's 3am…(opposite to the time when Jesus Christ died upon the cross for our salvation/this is the time in which the dark side do their work…so to speak) and there's a LOUD BOOM! It causes you to sit straight up in bed! Next thing you know…you're being yanked out of bed! Law enforcement and their dogs are all around you!
What's your score? Are you part of this world?
It's a point system:
Three colors decide your fate…
Green (low points)
Red (high points)
All law enforcement and military will be required to send their families "for protection" to a centralized area. In actuality…they are prison cells! Hostage centers to enforce compliance.
Rules for thee and not me…
Keeping your score low is the optimal outcome for your safety. But, visit a website like mine…you gain points. Own a gun? More points…and many don't realize this but…even the military men/women are considered a threat to the beast system unless your part of it.
So, the goal?
Keep your score low by obeying the beast.
Oh, it's here! It's now! It's either going to suck you up…or spit you out!
First, it was the fact that the government could dictate what sermons could be used, now it's this!
Satan's surveillance system is part of the darkness which surrounds this world. Everything has a opposite counterpart to what GOD does.
GOD keeps track of us (keeps us in HIS mighty arms!) . So too, does Satan. And Satan is squeezing as hard as he can because he knows his time is short.


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Special Interests: Preventative Health, Women and Children, Pregnancy Planning, Sexual Health, Implanon insertion/ removal, HIV Medicine, PREP/ PEP, Weight Loss Management and Mental Health
Additional Languages: Hindi (Spoken)
Dr Priya has brought a variety of experiences into her evolving career as a family GP. She grew up on the South Coast and initially completed an undergraduate degree from the University of Sydney in Occupational Therapy. She worked for 2 years in OH&S, workers compensation and CTP.
Following this Dr Priya returned to The University of Wollongong and completed her post-graduate medical degree in 2010. She worked for two years at Liverpool Hospital in Western Sydney, followed by a year in Obs and Gynae at The Royal Hospital for Women in Randwick.
Dr Priya then completed 2 years working at a specialized Sexual Health and Men's Health clinic at Sydney Hospital.
During this time she obtained her S100 approval for HIV Medicine prescribing, and the FPAA National Certificate in Reproductive and Sexual Health.
She is motivated and passionate about communication and medicine for all ages and backgrounds. Key areas of focus include; preventative health, chronic disease management, weight loss, pregnancy, sexual and reproductive health, HIV medicine, and mental health.
Dr Priya enjoys travel, a variety of sports, time with her family and friends, good food, wine and being near the beach.


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Well, not the end of my debt sadly, but the end of the semester is near.
I handed in my last assignment today :D
I'm nervous as can be about exams, but there isn't much I can do about that beyond study.
What this means now is that I'll have some free time again! I'll be able to start my garden (front lawn snow is almost gone! Will probably be gone when I get home tonight!). I'll be able to start training for the Ride to Conquer Cancer (check my post on that here). I'll be able to go for runs...
And most importantly, I'll be able to spend more time on my blog :) I'll be able to put together more thoughtful posts than just the mental diarhea that seems to come out when I'm pressed for time. I'm thinking about doing a redesign too. As much as I love blue, it's... ummm.... boring.
New layout it is ;)
So while my posts are going to be sorely lacking on content over the next week until my exams are done, I assure you I'm not gone. I've got plans for posts on microlending, $2 dinner parties, composting, eating locally and possibly a guest post from a friend of mine who volunteers at one of the local car sharing groups; I just don't have the time to properly do them all justice this week. Please bear with me.
I'll be creeping all of your blogs while I'm in transit though, so keep up the good work guys ;) You're my mental refuge.
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
The End Is Near
Labels: Excuses
4 comments:
- Daisy said...
$2 dinner parties? Sweet!
What are you going to do to celebrate the amazingness that is the end of the semester?
- April 12, 2011 at 9:00 PM
- Louise said...
love the title of this post, I had visions of chicken little when I saw it LOL!
enjoy the break from the uni work,
- April 13, 2011 at 1:09 PM
- Cassie said...
Lol, the sky is falling, the sky is falling!
I think I'm going to hit up a yoga class for some much needed relaxation Daisy!
- April 15, 2011 at 3:10 PM
- The Asian Pear said...
I still have one more paper to hand in myself. 18pg paper. Due Monday. I haven't even begun. @_@
- April 15, 2011 at 10:06 PM
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Last week, Dark Stares released their new EP, Soul Contract, though the band won't be playing a release show till next month. May 2nd sees the rock quartet grace the stage at Camden's Barfly where the band are bound to wreak havoc – if their latest offering is anything to go by. Taken from the EP, Hypnotize (I know, the"z" made me cringe, too) is an accessible single that shows them on excellent form.
The St Albans rockers accompany the single with an appropriately nigh on hypnotic video, dancing, bemusing lights and contrasts proving somewhat baffling. Hypnotize clearly takes influence from the likes of Royal Blood, prominent in the riffs the track's fuelled on, and Muse, most obviously in the rolling, epic vocals. As with both these artists, though, there's an ever present accessible edge to the track, mainly thanks to the chorus that urges a passionate sing along, making the track a radio ready one.
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The Knitting & Stitching Show is a great day out for groups of all natures, whether you are part of a knitting group, a sewing club, bringing a school party or simply want to visit the show with a bunch of friends we have a great flexible group scheme available. What's more as a thank you for bringing a group to the show the group leader will get to join us for free.
Do you run a knitting group, a crochet club an embroidery afternoon? Bring your group to the show and benefit from discounted tickets (groups of 10 or more pay just £11 a ticket), plus nab a free ticket for yourself for your trouble.
We'll also provide you with leaflets about the show and a free show guide for the group leader to help you plan your day.
If you have any questions please contact us here
School children are very welcome at The Knitting & Stitching Show and there are a number of free activities students can get involved in. There is a trail of activity around the show to encourage such creativity. You can see the list of Children's activities available here.
Child tickets for ages 5-18 cost just £6 per person. The Group leader will also receive a free teacher ticket (additional teacher tickets will cost £11). We will also provide a free show guide to help you plan your visit to the show, plus a risk assessment if required.
If you have any questions please contact us here
Coach Trips
Thinking of putting on a coach trip to The Knitting & Stitching Show? Let us help you!
You can purchase discounted tickets with our group scheme (groups of 10 or more pay just £11 a ticket) you will also receive free tickets for the drivers and trip leaders, a free tea or coffee for the driver.
If you let us know about your coach trip we will advertise you for free on our website, social media and in our email newsletters. We can also provide you with leaflets and poster about the show for your customers.
If you have any questions please contact us here
How the Group Scheme works
We offer special rates and a sale-or-return system for those buying ten or more tickets. It's simple, flexible and one of the cheapest ways to come to the show!
- Groups can comprise both children and adults
- Groups do not need to travel together or even come on the same day. Tickets are sale-or-return beyond a minimum commitment of ten
- All tickets are sent to you in sheets of ten but unused tickets can be returned
- You simply pay a 50% deposit when booking and pay the balance on the day you visit, or if you know exactly how many of you are coming you can pay in full when you book
- If you end up using less than ten tickets, you will be charged at the advance adult rate per ticket.
To book tickets simply call the group hotline on 0844 581 1313 (+44 121 767 4493 from outside the UK). Alternatively email firstname.lastname@example.com
If you prefer to book by post please complete the Group Form here and enclose a cheque for 50% payable to The Ticket Factory.
Post the form to
The Ticket Factory Groups
Centre Core
Phone No: 0844 581 1313
Tickets will be posted in sheets of 10 (ie you will receive 10, 20, 30 and so on) but you can use any number above the minimum of ten. Deposit of 50% to be taken with booking.
Group tickets cost £11 per adult and £6 per child. Plus one free ticket for the Group Leader.


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Kyabram's major tourist attraction is the Fauna Park,
with its large collection of Australian Fauna set in 55 hectares of open woodland, wetlands and lakes.
Within the park is a large walk thru aviary, Australia's first, energy efficient reptile house, wetland viewing hides and more views from a wetland observation tower. A visitor information area is open to the public at the entrance of the Fauna Park Cafè.
The refurbished Town Hall, situated in the Main Street, is not to be missed when visiting Kyabram. The 1890's building houses the magnificent "A Stitch Back in Time", Isobel Harvie's collection of Edwardian and Victorian clothing and accessories.
It also contains a visitor and community information centre as well as an Art Gallery, featuring 'Splinter Contemporary Artists' and Community Gallery Space. Open from 10am to 4pm (3pm winter hours) every day except Tuesdays, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Good Friday.
Kyabram has also many sporting organisations including Football, Netball, Cricket, Hockey, Bocce, Croquet, Soccer, Little Athletics, Kyabram Bowls Club - lawn and indoor, Kyabram Valley View Golf & Bowls Club, Kyabram Parkland Golf Club and nearby harness racing trials. There are tennis courts, squash courts - available for hire, a sports stadium, a swimming pool (open in summer) and three gyms to keep fit!
The level terrain makes bike riding a popular leisure activity
The town has a a Regional Library with free internet and access to the Historical Society by appointment, churches (of many denominations), and community
groups including Senior Citizens.
The Plaza Theatre features movies on Tuesday and Saturday nights and is a venue for other live shows and functions.
Accommodation within the town includes motels, bed and breakfasts and caravan parks to suit your needs. Keep updated with the local news via - 'The Kyabram Free Press'. Published every Wednesday or view the regular events via 'Kyabram - My Kind of Town' Facebook page and in the Albion Arcade (next to the newsagent), talk to one of the friendly locals, who will be delighted to tell you what's happening in Kyabram or go to www.kyabramtown.com.au


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Welcome to St Andrew Mews. Enjoy your morning coffee and picturesque Vancouver Harbour & city views from your large private, South facing, roof top deck. Over 1,800 sq ft of living space on five levels. Three bdrms and den, plus a large rec/playroom that could be used as a fourth bedroom. This Townhome is conveniently located close to schools, public transportation, Lonsdale shopping, and the Seabus to Downtown. Some features include: new stove, dishwasher, clothes washer, a wood burning fireplace, a separate lower level entrance, and another deck off the kitchen to do your Barbequing. Ample Street parking available. See realtors website for floor plan.


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Sunday, May 17, 2009
Taking the Plunge into a Double Tall Sugar Free Vanilla Non-Fat extra Whip Latte
This week, even while ill, I met with the muckity-mucks, the powers-that-be, my higher-ups with the coffee mega giant. I have decided to move my way up the corporate ladder.
Even though the economy is not yet recovering or moving in a strong manner there is still possibility for growth within the company. There are promoting from within and not looking for outside people. That is where I fit in.
After three years I have decided to go ahead and work on the promotion. I don't want to look for another teaching job and have to start off at the bottom of the ladder and face another job loss. I am invested in this job and have good benefits. With a promotion it would mean a VERY nice wage increase and even more PERKS! Yes, an intended pun.
They are accepting my offer to train and sending me to several necessary classes where I will learn more about business. Things that have been outside of my previous schooling such as profit and loss statements and various other business classes that I might require. Then my district manager will have some practice interviews with me to prepare for the panel that I will meet with before they give me the final/actual promotion. It could all be in place by the end of Aug. and I could actually stay in my current store. That would be my ideal.
I like wearing a simple "uniform" and not having to dress teacher-like and worry about what I look like daily. I am too advant-guarde to fit into a traditional school setting and have found that this job better suites my lifestyle and personality these days. It seems to be something that I could do for a good while.
Not to mention that we sell my favorite last legal drug!!
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a locus for updates, events, short reflections, and musings about philosophy, politics, religion, language, and whatever else I decide to post
Jan 5, 2015
Half-Hour Hegel Series: Ready for Sense Certainty
The general idea behind the series (the motivations for which I'll discuss in more detail below) was that I would go through the entire text, paragraph by paragraph, first reading and then commenting on each paragraph (there's a from over 800 total) in turn. The 70-odd-paragraph Preface -- famous for, among other things, asserting the impossibility of actually providing a preface to any genuinely philosophical work -- ended up taking me 31 total lectures -- around 15.5 hours. The much shorter and more straightforward Introduction required just 7 lectures -- 3.5 hours.
Once I started to realize how tricky it might be to curate all of the videos that would eventually comprise the series, I actually ended up creating a new blog to do precisely that -- called, appropriately enough, Half Hour Hegel -- where I'd not only have a page on which I could list links to the entire sequence of videos as I released them, but could also provide some other Hegel-related resources, link to translations of the text, and occasionally write about related matters that I thought might be of some interest.
The original, possibly quixotic, decision motivating the whole series (of which at this point, about 1/8 has been produced) was one that I arrived at after about a year of repeated requests by my YouTube viewers and subscribers that I provide more videos delving into Hegel's thought (I'd shot two videos on portions of the Phenomenology -- the Introduction and the Master-Slave Dialectic -- in one of my Intro to Philosophy classes).
After a lot of thought, I eventually realized that the only way that I could really do justice to this quite convoluted but marvelous text would be to go through it in its entirety, avoiding the temptation to summarize, following out the entire sequence of Hegel's thought without any skipping over parts. If I had been about ten years younger, when I was much less measured and more audacious in my planning, I would have jumped into it immediately, but now in my forties, I understandably had some qualms.
Would anyone really want to watch, let alone work through, hundreds of hours of video footage in conjunction with Hegel's text? Was I myself even up to the task of effectively teaching Hegel to an unknown internet audience, not just in summary (that's not quite so tough), but paragraph by paragraph? (I'm still hoping some of my confusions about the section Truth and the Understanding sort themselves out by the time I end up discussing that material!) Could I commit to a project that might require several years to see through to its fulfillment?
There were two main considerations that infused some of the optimism and energy necessary to embark on such a long-term work. The first was that, after all, other people had managed to work their entire way through the text -- and not just in the way in which I did so several times in graduate school (reading Hegel in the German, with a second-edition copy -- there's an interesting story there I'll tell sometime in the Half-Hour Hegel blog!), getting to the end, reading the entire text, but doubtless missing quite a bit on the way. Hegel himself did write the book. and Jean Hyppolite (who I very much like) translated the whole thing into French (I've still got photocopies of that in my files!)
The second consideration was that nothing like this has been done before. There are indeed many great commentaries (and equally many not so great ones) available on Hegel's Phenomenology, with a few of them even going through paragraph by paragraph. And there were some good videos discussing some of Hegel's ideas as well. But there's nothing bringing the two of them together -- full commentary and video. Even though I disagree with him on many points, I've got a deep appreciation for Hegel's thought and work -- and I know that for many people his text remains very difficult, confusing, even inaccessible -- so I wanted to create something that might make it possible for others to unlock, unpack, and understand one of his major contributions to Philosophy.
Doubtless I'm far from the best person to be carrying out such an exposition. But, at present, I'm the only one who seems willing to attempt it. If I can see it through, there will then exist a rather unique kind of educational resource, one accessible and available for free all over the world, something that -- depending on the difficult-to-predict shapes that technology takes in the decades to come -- might even become a predominant mode for studying and understanding Hegel, supplanting books (which, actually, is not my hope). I suppose we'll see. For now, there's 7/8 of the task still ahead.
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Each and every step is planned only after in-depth market research and analysis. No point is considered small or ignored. Target and believe in long-term goals. Best assumptions made of future algorithmic changes and implemented pre-hand which avoids major fluctuations.
Strictly no to unethical ways or black hat techniques. More on result-oriented strategy. Our success is measured not on number of clients but on quality of services given to clients (client satisfaction).
Long-term: A Perfect strategy is required for the right marketing application which leads to assured lasting growth results. Yes, such strategy comes from extensive Research and Analysis. Not only this process takes a bit of time, but even results stay longer. Short-term: Instant results surely excite, but it will be of temporary if it can't stick to it. (online ranking falls as the Marketer deal expires) It's not WMB can't provide short-term results, but recommends to aim long-term. Which helps in many way - Website stays secure - Results sticks longer - Less time and pressure in finding the same work done again and again - Less money to invest then after We are strictly NO TO: deceiving the search engines and spamming websites. We care our client's website to stay spam-free and wish it continues even after our deal expires


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Music and dancing are a fundamental part of any country and culture. In the case of Chile, we have very diverse ethnic groups among which the Nortina, the Huasa, the Mapuche, the Chilota and Rapa Nui stand out. Discover our traditions during the dinner shows at Bali Hai and Los Buenos Muchachos.
- Appetizer, main course, dessert, 1 softdrink or 1⁄2 bottle of wine per person
- Vehicle with driver and tour guide (from 14 passengers)
- Duration: 4 hours
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Beyonce's pregnancy has been a constant source of discussion with her fans excitedly talking about her photos, especially with the singer sharing more updates during this pregnancy than with the last one.
However, some of her recent photos, showing Beyonce with noticeably fuller lips, have been a source of speculations for many with rumours of the pregnant singer getting lip injections at the core of the speculations.
The rumour originated on MediaTakeOut after the singer shared new photos on Instagram and Bey's rep Yvette Noel-Schure took aim at the website in her statement.
In a statement to Gossip Cop, her rep directly responded to MTO staff. She said:
MTO staffers, what do you know about the effects of pregnancy on a woman's entire body? Please tell me. Did you know that in addition to weight gain there is often a dramatic change in the blood flow in the system and increased fluid causing swelling? Do you know that often women's gums get swollen? Do you know that it sometimes affects our speech, our ability to chew intently and a host of other things? But the sacrifice to our faces, our feet and our entire bodies is something we welcome because we bring beautiful humans into the world who will one day combat your hate and negativity. I stood silent during Beyonce's first pregnancy when you thought it was okay to bully her like the cowards you are, when you accused her of never being pregnant, but I simply cannot this time. You are the saddest individuals and picking on a pregnant lady is tantamount to possessing the coldest, despicable heart. You need to find something else to do with your time and maybe stop by a store that has happiness on sale because you need to buy some.
See some recent photos of Beyonce's lips below.
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Air India Flight 182 Memorial . 25th Anniversary Commemoration Humber Bay Park East . Etobicoke . Toronto Ontario Canada Wednesday June 23 2010
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Outline of Class (weeks)
First Quarter
Programming with Alice (3) and Learning to Touch Type using MTMM (6)
Second Quarter
Learning all the tips and tricks for Microsoft Word including the infamous "ask for free stuff letter." (5)
Doing the same for Powerpoint and presenting two presentations to the class (4)
Third Quarter
Resumes and Interview Skills (1)
Excel (8)
Fourth Quarter
This can vary depending on what the class is interested in and what new things I've learned recently.
Search Tips - One search boxes
Internet Sites: Real or Not?
Last year we did movie maker and internet skills for about 3 weeks and then did projects.
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Discount Prices on Archery Supplies Right Here
The Garmin Xero is priced at $ 800+. A rangefinder is $ 150-$ 600 (average $ 300) and a Spot Hogg sight is $ 300, so we are actually talking about $ 200. The question becomes, Is the new Garmin sight $ 200 better than everything else?
I am waiting for real world reviews, but if it performs as expected, for me it will be a yes.
PS: I have no ties to Garmin, it just looks like a game changer……..
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Here are the photos of the parade Dolce & Gabbana collection autumn winter 2011 2012 he presented at the Milan Fashion Week . And as you can see from these pictures the Italian company seamlessly blends the masculine style, dresses, and feminine dresses. I've loved the looks on all men and Bluchers type shoes!
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Alpacas are in the Camelid Family with camels being the largest. Llamas are their cousins and are larger than alpaca. Llamas and alpacas are both native to South America particularly Peru, Bolivia and Chile. The Altiplano region of Peru has alpaca herds roaming freely in the desert upper plateau region of the Andes Mountains. The alpaca shown in this picture are from the Altiplano.
Alpacas are bred for the softness, warmth and quality of their fleece. The breeder role is to feed the alpacas well and to mate the female and male properly to provide the best fleece traits. The goal is to produce an elite fleece and quality cria (baby alpaca) with superior breeding values. There are two breeds of alpaca: Huacaya and Suri
Huacaya fleece grows perpendicular to the skin and should be fine, dense and uniform. 80% of the world's alpacas are Huacaya. Suri fleece falls close to the body, moves freely and give the animal a lustrous, flat sided appearance. They can look like they just had a bath when they have not.
We utilize both types of fleece in our production. Most of our sweaters and accessories are produced with Huacaya. When we state it is 78% alpaca or 40% alpaca it is with the Huacaya fleece.
We specifically state when we use Suri. Our Suri blend is 74% Suri Alpaca, 22% Merino wool and 4% nylon.
One of the frequent questions we receive is "How do I care for my Alpaca sweater, scarf, hats or mittens?"
You can hand wash in cold water with a mild natural detergent or Woolite. Squeeze the excess water from the garment and then wrap in a terry towel to get rid of the excess moisture. Leave them in the towel for an hour and then remove and place on a drying rack.
If you do wash in the machine on the delicate hand wash cycle, please remove and lay the garment flat to dry. DO NOT PUT THE GARMENT IN THE DRYER WET. Alpaca felts just like wool and instead of a sweater that fits you, you will have a significantly smaller sweater or accessory.
Another option is Dryel - this is a chemical cleaning system that allows you to place the dry garment in the dryer with 2 to 3 other garments inside of a garment bag with a chemical dryer sheet for 30 minutes. I recommend this if you just want to freshen up your sweater especially if you are wearing your sweater with an undergarment like a turtleneck or shell. You can purchase Dryel at your local grocery store or discount retail stores.
You can also have the garment professionally dry cleaned.
Happy Holidays and Thank you! Thank you to all who have made 2017 a very special year. Thank you to all of our retailers who purchased our products. We hope you enjoy selling our alpaca and wool products as much as we enjoy designing and producing them. Thank you to all of the customers who wear our products. We hope you enjoy the warmth, softness and how light weight alpaca is.
2017 has literally flown by. As I look out my window and the snowflakes are lazily coming down, it is hard to believe it is December already. I've been working on our new sock division designing new samples, working on new marketing and new distribution in 2017. For 2018 our customers will see an array of new sock designs. I am also working on new sweater and accessory designs. We are really seeing a lot of pattern coming out of Europe particularly eastern Europe. I find it energizing to see designs from different cultures being combined together to become one beautiful sweater or dress. It is on that note that we all come from different geographical areas, different perspectives and different interests, and we need to bring that uniqueness forward. Hopefully 2018 will be the year when we all come together and appreciate our differences and respect them and create a beautiful new environment for all. We at Tey-Art are wishing you all a wonderful relaxing and enjoyable Holiday season.
was founded in 2001 with a vision to create unique handcrafted clothing and accessories for women. The name Tey-Art denotes Textiles and Artistry. The key components of that vision was a commitment to natural, sustainable fibers such as alpaca, wool and cotton and to work only with factories and co-ops that subscribe to the principles of Fair Trade Labor. Tey-Art has become a company recognized for its vibrant, textural collections of finely crafted women's sweaters, hats, scarves, mittens, socks, handbags and belts. Working with the skilled artisans of Peru, many of whom are located high in the Andes mountains, has been an emotionally rewarding journey that we hope to continue for a long time.
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On the 15th of February, will be the partial solar eclipse. This is not likely for us due to a large amount of cloud cover and the sun coming up around that time, but those on the west coast of the USA may see them. The Northern Lights are expected to make an appearance, shining in the night sky across Canada on Wednesday and Thursday, due to the impacts of an approaching solar storm! There is a specific schedule that can be worked out based upon the movements of the Earth and the moon. When a CME cloud plows through the solar wind, high velocity solar energetic particles can be produced and because they are charged, they must follow the magnetic field lines that pervade the space between the Sun and the Earth.
NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory Satellite captured a solar flare on the sun releasing a coronal mass ejection (CME) around 8:25 p.m. ET Sunday.
So, ordinarily, at the time of new phase, the moon will pass either above or below the sun, with no eclipse.
Solar flares impact Earth only when they occur on the side of the sun facing Earth. "They explode into space at very high speed when the sun's magnetic field lines suddenly organize". And depending on just how far the moon is from the node, the moon will dip partly or completely into the Earth's shadow. The entire eclipse will take 2 hours.
This transit happened at the start of the eclipse season for the SDO.
'Most spacecraft observing the Sun from an orbit around Earth have to contend with such eclipses. A Solar eclipse never comes alone, it usually comes with after one or two-week of Lunar Eclipse.
On this specific event, the moon will cover the sun for nearly two hours. That is, the moon was moving on a southwest-to-northeast trajectory when it passed through the intersection point with the Earth's orbital plane. Those in the south of Rio Gallegos and in Falkland Islands too would be able to witness the Solar Eclipse February 15, 2018. In a total solar eclipse the moon moves in between the sun and the earth in such a way that the sun's rays can not reach the earth. It is visible in South America and in Antarctica.
Four security personnel killed in Quetta attack
Soon after the attack, police and law enforcement agencies arrived at the crime scene and cordoned off the area. Home Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti and Adviser to CM for Information Anwarul Haq Kakar denounced the attack.
Cardi B's Team Reportedly Telling People She's Pregnant
Following her performance, a venue staffer asked if they could escort her to a VIP room where the after-party was being held. Read TMZ's report here , and stay tuned as we extract more information on Cardi B's rumored pregnancy.
Former MLB Pitcher Esteban Loaiza Arrested With 44 Pounds Of Cocaine, Heroin
The Tijuana, Mexico, native was held on $200,000 bail and is set to face the felony drug charges in court Wednesday. As a 35-year-old, Loaiza started five games for the Dodgers in 2007, going 1-4 with an 8.34 earned run average.
From there, the sun will appear about 10 degrees above the west-southwest horizon (equal to the width of your clenched fist held at arm's length). The probe's mission is to observe and study the Sun's upper atmosphere.
An animation of the eclipse shows that it will begin over Antarctica and will move up and over parts of South America.
This is the second solar eclipse in six months, according to TIME.
A partial Solar Eclipse takes place on February 15, but it is only visible in Southern American and Antarctica. The February eclipse will be magnitude 0.599 at its maximum. When the eclipse is in progress at sunset, this information is indicated by "-s". Although the solar flare was not that large, NOAA issued A G1 (Minor) geomagnetic storm watch, in effect for Thursday. Don't look at the partially eclipsed sun with telescope, binoculars or unfiltered camera.
When will India see a solar eclipse? It was also the first time that a total solar eclipse was visible in many parts of the United States since 1776.
Unfortunately throughout 2018 only partial eclipses will occur, but astronomers at the Royal Observatory Greenwich believe they are a "remarkable" event regardless. This time, I am lecturing at the Galileo Galilei Planetarium and giving additional newspaper interviews.
Seven CPM members arrested for allegedly attacking pregnant woman, causing her abortion
A profusely bleeding Sibi was rushed to the Kozhikode Medical College Hospital where she had to undergo an abortion. She said the police refused to lodge their complaint the first time they approached them due to political pressure.
Every Canadian needs to read Senator Murray Sinclair's response to Boushie verdict
Sinclair also says prospective jurors from First Nations communities can face barriers. On Friday, Stanley was found not guilty of second-degree murder after a jury trial.
Mitt Romney's Senate run threatens to divide GOP
Romney has not faced the media during that time, and has deflected questions about running when reporters have caught up to him. Senate seat representing Utah and plans to announce his bid online on Thursday, multiple sources reported Wednesday.
US Ladies Beat Russia, Safe Spot in Ice Hockey Semifinals
Off the ensuing faceoff, the puck wound up in the skates of two Russian players and she poked it away to give herself a breakaway. US coach Robb Stauber rotated his goalies, putting Hensley in net after playing Maddie Rooney in a 3-1 opening win over Finland.
An Idiot's Guide to Valentine's Day
Hand out little Valentine's Day cards or make homemade gifts and treats and pass them out to your classmates and friends. Being single on Valentine's Day is okay, there are alternative ways you can spend the day without a significant other.
Greek, Turkish vessels collide again amid Cyprus gas row
Cyprus says a Turkish notice blocking off the area for military activity violates worldwide law and is legally invalid. Cyprus has accused Turkey of obstructing a drilling rig from reaching an exploration area in the east Mediterranean.
Pochettino thrilled with Spurs' response
In a passionate speech after the match, Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri warned against an overly critical reaction. Spurs were getting closer and got back into the match 10 minutes from halftime.
VA head changed records to hide travel boondoggle, report alleges
The 84-page report is a response to an anonymous complaint filed with the Office of Inspector General Michael J. In addition, documentation was "inadequate to assess the accuracy and appropriateness of the trip costs".
Justice Department charges 'straw purchaser' in OH police shooting
A charitable fund created for the families of the officers has raised more than $270,000 in a day. "He shot the police officers". Lawson and Smith have a long friendship and Smith paid Lawson the cost of the gun plus an extra $100, authorities said.
Wall Street on the front foot as it recovers after tumultuous week
On Monday General Motors picked up 60 cents, or 1.4 per cent, to $42.06 and Netflix climbed $5.84, or 2.3 per cent, to $255.32. The Dow Jones industrial average jumped as much as 350 points in morning trading, erasing an early plunge of more than 500.
Multi-storey building site engulfed in flames in Sydney's Circular Quay
The fire engulfed a building site on the corner of Pitt and Alfred Sts, with 13 fire crews on site battling the blaze. With regards to public transport, buses are no longer diverting but are delayed up to 15 minutes through the area.
Former Celtic and Manchester United player Liam Miller laid to rest
The ex-Celtic and Manchester United footballer was hailed as an "inspiration" at the Church of St John the Baptist in Ovens, Co. And he dreamed of playing for Ireland. "He fought his illness with a ferocity because he wanted to survive for his family".
14 worms pulled from woman's eye after rare infection
She was from the city of Gold Beach, located on Oregon's coast along the Pacific Ocean about 65km north of the California border. Well, it's not; one woman in OR had irritation in her left eye and doctors eventually extracted 14 worms.
Neville slams Man United defensive duo after Newcastle loss
Moreover, the England global picked up a yellow card for simulation. No, but they created a nervousness and a tension. How they could do with Eric Bailly right now.
Isaiah Thomas, Jordan Clarkson Cavs-Lakers Trade Headlines Wild NBA Trade Deadline
WIth the recent shakeup by the Cleveland Cavaliers, at the February 8 trade deadline, six players find themselves on new squads. The wide-open nature of Saturday's game, a 130-123 loss, showcased Thomas' talents.


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千九百五十七:About Cleaning up your Iphone
One of the artists' works outside the Uffizi Museum, Firenze
I was reading this article about clearing apps & "cleaning up the apps" on the iPhones. The blogger said using folders made your Iphone is able to contain 12x more apps & after cleaning up (by moving them into folders & deleting: he only deleted around 120 apps), he still had 12 pages in the menu. How is that clearing the phone? From an IT standpoint, clearing means removing, & opening up more memory/storage in the phone. what's the use of having 16folders of 12 apps in maybe 11 pages? that is 11x16x12 = 2112 apps? Do any of us use that many apps? If you log your app use for maybe a month, you will find that really all the apps you need and use are probably already in the first 2-4 pages already. While for the pages behind are games that I actually play like at least once a week. If you have 11pages of 16 folders, do you really know what's in where? Do you remember the app name to be able to search for them in the search screen? Even after clearing, he has 12pages left, 5 of which contain folders (5x16x12=960) which comes up to 960 apps still. Really? He uses 960 apps still? I think more cleaning up should be done (on the basis that he was writing a how to clean up article)
I have only 8 half-full folders in 9 pages & 5 pages of the menu are less than half covered (I like having the space for new downloads) - most apps I delete after 1-2 uses if I find that they are uninteresting or un-userfriendly. If I need to use them again, I can always download again- what's downloaded before stays in your Itunes account and you are not charged twice for the same app anyway. Everything is also backed up in your PC too. The only reason you might keep the app is there might have been data in the app, but again, if you haven't used the app in ages, you probably don't need the data anyway. Or copy them out somewhere before deleting.
Having only 16GB in my iPhone, storage space is a luxury. I also listen to podcasts & music & take lots of photographs, so removing unused apps is really dictated by necessity. But I guess if you do have 32GB, you should have the right to have more stuff in your phone, even though it is super messy for yourself. So although I don't really agree with the article's end results, the "clear everything not used in a month" is a good rule.
Anyway, I put in a preorder for the 64GB Iphone 4S.. I hope it comes on 14 Oct! I don't think I'll be increasing the number of apps though, I would be putting in more podcasts & taking lots of photos & videos :) Countdown to the new phone, 5 more days!
On a separate note, this is totally irking me. I wish people would stop linking the Iphone 4S = Iphone for Steve. It's named 4S because it was not changed from 4 in terms of looks (only an improvement functionality wise) as 3G became 3GS. Not because they knew Steve was going to die. Rumours about 4S came up far earlier in the year, not like it happened a day before / after Steve die, eg. - this article in July. 5 would be something that's radically different, as when 3GS became 4. So please stop saying this is for Steve & that is for Steve; Steve probably decided on the name himself - & being the demi-god of cool things, he probably wouldn't people to keep saying this lame line "for Steve" when it's just 4S.


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Sabrina Patton and Lizbeth Hoyt each recorded a hat trick and Tianna Kigoro added a seventh goal as the St. Bernard's girls' soccer team cruised to a 7-0 road victory over Sizer School on Friday.
The Bernardians improve to 2-1 on the season with the victory.
High school field hockey
Leominster 2
Westboro 0
Tam Landry made eight saves to earn the shutout, while Leominster (4-4) teammates Skylar Finnegan and Ivana Akoachere scored one goal each.
St. Bernard's 1
Blackstone Valley 1
Winona Daw scored for St. Bernard's, assisted by Kara Boissoneau, while Bernardian goalies Becca Thibaudeau and Tori Loiselle combined to make seven saves.
Nashoba 1
Wachusett 1
Nashoba's (4-0-2) Gigi Fay scored a goal on a corner, assisted by Jane Bonazzoli, to tie things up in the second half, and goalie Caylie McMahon made six saves to preserve the draw.
High school golf
Leominster 32.5
Oakmon 21.5
Oakmont's (4-2) Curtis Caldwell earned medalist honors with an even-par 35 at Westminster Country Club. Leominster's record is now 2-3.
Wachusett 39
North Middlesex 15
Wachusett's Chad Bartlett earned medalist honors with an 2-under-par 33 at Townsend Ridge Country Club. Mike Amari paced North Middlesex with an even-par round of 35.
Girls' volleyball
North Middlesex 3
Fitchburg 0
Maddie Harrington had 12 kills, Sarah Ward had six aces, and Sydney Roberts finished with eight digs and a kill to lead North Middlesex (4-3) to victory by set scores of 25-16, 25-22 and 25-12.
Fitchburg (2-5) was led by Isabel Ferrer Rodriguez (ace, 4 service points, dig, 4 kills, 2 blocks), Caitie Mayo (3 aces, 2 assists) and Augustina Silvera (6 service points, assist).
Women's volleyball
Framingham State 3
Fitchburg State 0
The Falcons (1-7) were led by four kills and seven digs from junior Kristina Osborne, while juniors Annie Woolley and Kathryn Carroll added two kills apiece. Serene Pease chipped in with six digs, while Amy Coelho added five. Set scores were 25-9, 25-5 and 25-9.
High school football
Nashoba 20
Fitchburg 0
Breese Hill scored a pair of touchdowns and the Nashoba Regional defense was rock-solid in a shutout win at home.
Breese opened the scoring with 47 seconds to go in the first quarter, rumbling in from 9 yards out. Aidan Gross' extra point made it 7-0, which is how things would stay through halftime.
Breese was electrifying out of the gates in the second half, returning the opening kickoff 80 yards for a score that made it 14-0. Alex Childs later punched in a 1-yard touchdown run to seal the win.
Fitchburg was led by running back Sal Figueroa, who piled up 61 yards on 19 carries.
St. Bernard's 20
Narragansett 7
Dazeen Figueroa got the Bernardians on the scoreboard early with an electrifying 42-yard touchdown pass to Allen Link for a quick 6-0 lead. Narragansett quickly responded with a score of its own, however, as Antonio Stakley hauled in a 26-yard touchdown pass from Damian Comeau, and Comeau's extra point made it a 7-6 lead for the visitors.
The hosts regained control late in the first half, this time on a 6-yard touchdown run by Figueroa. Link's conversion reception from Figueroa made it a 14-7 St. Bernard's advantage with 1:42 to go in the first half.
Auburn 34
North Middlesex 21
North Middlesex jumped out to an early lead thanks to a 6-yard touchdown run by Ty Clemetson, followed by a two-point conversion run by Josh LeBlanc. The Patriots looked to be on their way back to the end zone with the ball at the Auburn 14 to start the second quarter, but a bad snap pushed North Middlesex out of scoring range and give the hosts a much-needed boost.
Auburn turned that momentum into a pair of scoring drives, carrying a 14-8 lead into halftime.
After another touchdown put Auburn way out in front, North Middlesex made a game of it with some trickery. Quarterback Josh LeBlanc caught a 30-yard touchdown pass from Matt Haskins to pull the Patriots to within 20-15.
Littleton 22
Oakmont 0
Littleton sprinted out to a pair of quick touchdowns before Oakmont Regional settled down and made a game of it.
The Tigers scored on a 1-yard rush by Kevin Frisoli, then got the ball back almost immediately when Oakmont fumbled on its first offensive snap. Brad Klock made the Spartans pay for the short field with a 5-yard touchdown rush and Littleton led 14-0 midway through the first.
Oakmont fumbled again on its second drive, but this time the defense stood tall, forcing a three-and-out and holding Littleton scoreless for the remainder of the half, despite being out-gained offensively, 132 yards for Littleton compared to just 37 for Oakmont.
Mike Hatzopoulos gave Oakmont fans hope with a second-half interception that set the Spartans up with first-and-10 at the Littleton 13, but the Oakmont offense was unable to make use of the short field and turned the ball over on downs.
Klock added a 3-yard touchdown run midway through the fourth quarter to seal the Littleton victory.
Quabbin 44
Gardner 12
Gardner falls to 0-3 with the home loss to the Panthers.
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The Nuclear War Fun Book (1982) was created by Victor Langer, Walter Thomas and Brent Richardson.
Mary Kelly explains:
This humor book is certainly a product of the time. I was of the generation that hid under school desks in order to avoid The Bomb. This cracks me up. After you survive the atomic bomb, you can get all your post nuclear holocaust activities and fun in this one.
Only the book survives:
Spotter: Awful Library Books.


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下面为大家整理一篇优秀的essay代写范文- The influence of cultural differences on international trade,供大家参考学习,这篇论文讨论了文化差异对国际贸易的影响。语言是人与人之间沟通与交流的重要工具,其象征着一个国家的文化。国家与地区的不同,所使用的语言也是不同,若部分国家使用的语言相同,但是由于受到风俗、地域等的影响,导致语言的应用存在一定的差异。若在语言上存在差异,会对国际贸易的开展产生很大的影响,若语言使用不当或文化差异所致,极易使得国际贸易告吹。
In carrying out international trade exchanges, the role and influence of cultural differences cannot be ignored. Cultural differences embodied in the values, customs, language differences, from several aspects, such as thinking mode, if eliminate the cultural differences between countries, will threat to the development of international trade form, affect the scientific implementation of international trade. To reduce the threats brought by the cultural differences on international trade, the corresponding measures must be taken to respond with, in order to make sure to carry out the science and efficiency of international trade, thereby to improve China's overall economic strength, enhance the international influence.
Language is an important tool for communication and communication between people. It symbolizes the culture of a country. To understand and grasp a country's culture in a comprehensive way, one must be familiar with the language of the country, so as to grasp the cultural elements in depth. Different countries and regions, the use of language is also different, language all over the world to present the characteristics of diversity, if some countries use the same language, but due to the influence of customs, geography and so on, cause there was some difference of the application of language. If there are differences in language, it will have a great impact on the development of international trade. If language use is improper or cultural differences are caused, international trade will fail. The United States, for example, gm Chevrolet series signed a car as "NOVA", translated as "sharpshooter", but the word is referred to as the "run" in Spanish, if the car exported to Spain, sales will not ideal.
There are also differences in religious beliefs among different countries, ethnic groups and regions. Religious belief is a kind of cultural element, which belongs to a kind of supernatural phenomenon, which is the sublimation of people's thoughts, ideas and ideals. In China, most people believe in Buddhism, Islam in Arabia and Christianity in western countries. Therefore, to carry out international trade activities, but also give full consideration to the important elements of religious belief, if not careful infringed each other's religious beliefs, ignored the religious factors, easy to make the whole trade activity is destroyed, even nothing. To Qatar, for example, a famous international company negotiations, due to improper for religious reasons, the head of the company in order to succeed, with a bottle of brandy and colleagues at the ceremony to celebrate, based on the pious attitude, of a man by Qatar, ousting international company personnel allowed Qatar related people think respect, finally unable to reach a cooperation agreement.
So-called values is of all kinds of things people for social environment produced by the idea and evaluation, it exists in people's minds, this kind of psychological activities have on people's choice behavior will produce very big effect. In view of the different development history of each country and region, the cognition of wealth, time and risk is different, which will eventually influence people's consumption behaviors and ways. In developed countries, for example, instant coffee, fast food, such as the environment, but in less developed countries, the concept of time is not strong, people are not very used to eating fast food, people in the diet on the amount of time is longer. In addition, the European and American developed countries attach great importance to the time, therefore, when conducting business trade, must want to be punctual, on time, but Africans to strictly regulate the meeting time is not very agree, feel each other there is no sincerity. If there is a difference in values, it will threaten people's consumption tendency. Westerners pursue to enjoy the present, enjoy themselves in time, and follow the concept of advanced consumption. However, the Oriental people emphasize the diligent and thrifty saving for the future development and life.
Custom refers to the habits, etiquette, culture, customs, etc. generated by collective organizations or individuals. It is the historical culture and historical behavior habits that people in a particular region often follow. The differences in national customs also exist in customs, which will have a great impact on international trade.
To reduce the trade activities of the cultural differences influence, must attach importance to the international cultural exchange, the implementation of a variety of forms, multi-level display of cultural exchange and industry, to the maximum extent to eliminate cultural differences, so as to avoid its become an important factor in international trade. Through the international friendly exchanges of culture, can make between different regions, different countries language, ideas, artistic thinking and custom of mutual confluence, let each other understand each other's culture, moderately can eliminate the cultural difference on the trade barriers. In recent years, in order to carry out in-depth international trade, China has held cultural year with Russia, Australia, Italy and other countries, and in 2012 Turkey hosted Chinese culture year. Through the national cultural exchange, it can provide conditions for the development of international trade activities and promote the further development of modern international trade economy.
When carrying out transnational trade, and formulating corresponding trade execution plans, three cultural elements need to be considered, namely, national culture of one's own country, national culture of the other party and corporate culture. Will trade closely integrated with the local culture, combined with the local cultural environment to choose the appropriate exported products, to make scientific product design, pricing and promotion, processing, and then choose a more suitable products sold the actual demand. KFC, for example, fully integrated into the Chinese culture, design out of the old Beijing chicken roll, were added to the product material such as shredded green onion and the sweet bean sauce, this design and was deeply loved by Chinese people.
To sum up, the emergence of cultural differences in a country will have a great impact on consumption patterns and demands, which in turn will pose a threat to the development of international trade activities. Therefore, in order to ensure the success rate of international trade, must fully consider the cultural differences, to understand the impact of cultural differences on national trade activities, from the product packaging, design, promotion and sales perspective, can let countries local people willing to accept, so can greatly improve the success rate of international trade. In order to cope with a series of cultural differences, we must emphasize cultural communication and cultural integration, so as to contribute to the continuous improvement of world economic and trade levels.