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United States District Court, S.D. West Virginia, Charleston
November 6, 2017
RONALD DAVIS, Plaintiff,v.UNIVERSAL CABLE HOLDINGS, INC., d/b/a SUDDENLINK COMMUNICATIONS, and JAMES KIZER, Defendants.
is Universal Cable Holdings, Inc.'s ("Universal
Cable") motion for summary judgment, filed June 20,
Factual and Procedural Background
following background is recounted from the record, read in
the light most favorable to the non-moving party, plaintiff
Ronald Davis ("Mr. Davis"). Mr. Davis began
working as a Broadband Technician ("BBT") I for
Universal Cable on July 1, 2006.[1] (Davis Dep. 16-17.) On July
11, 2012, Mr. Davis underwent the first of twelve procedures
related to recurring pilonidal cysts, resulting in a series
of leaves of absence, (id. 35, 43-44): from July 11,
2012, through August 6, 2012, (id. 43-44); from
November 2, 2012, through December 2, 2012, (id.
56); and from February 21, 2013, through July 22, 2013,
(id. 62-63). Universal Cable did not pay Mr. Davis
during these periods, nor during any other leaves of absence.
(Duska Shane Arbaugh Deposition ("Arbaugh Dep.")
August 1, 2012, near the end of his first leave of absence,
Universal Cable offered Mr. Davis a promotion to BBT IV.
(Davis Dep. 27.) As a BBT IV, Mr. Davis's job duties
included carrying objects up to seventy-five pounds; climbing
ladders twenty-eight feet high; climbing poles using
"gaffs, " hooks, and a climbing belt;
"crawling, bending, reaching, [and] twisting"
through "confined spaces;" and "standing
50-70% of the time." (Universal Cable's Ex. A, BBT
IV Job Description; see Davis Dep. 28-32.)
around March, 2013, Mr. Davis exhausted the leave to which he
was entitled under the Family and Medical Leave Act and
thereafter needed Universal Cable's approval for any
additional leave or other accommodation. (Davis Dep. 74-78.)
About four months later, Dr. Zutshi, Mr. Davis's
pilonidal cyst surgeon, recommended that Mr. Davis
temporarily be placed on light duty as a Warehouse Converter
Technician ("WCT"). (See Mr. Davis's
Ex. B, Dr. Zutshi Letter of July 25, 2013.) Universal Cable
agreed, and Mr. Davis began light duty as a WCT on July 25,
2013. (See Davis Dep. 99-102.)
WCT's job functions include picking up objects from the
floor "to a height of [six] feet;"
"lift[ing] up to 70 [pounds];" and
"work[ing] in [a] stationary position seated and
standing for extended periods of time." (Universal
Cable's Ex. A, WCT Job Description; see also
Davis Dep. 102-04.) As a practical matter, Mr. Davis's
role as a WCT required him to lift objects of about only five
pounds to a height of about three feet. (Davis Dep. 103-04;
November 11, 2013, Dr. Zutshi requested that Mr. Davis remain
on light duty for four to six more weeks, at which point he
could return to his duties as a BBT IV. (Universal
Cable's Ex. A, Dr. Zutshi Letters of September 20, 2013,
and November 11, 2013.) Accordingly, Universal Cable extended
Mr. Davis's light duty through December 22, 2013.
(Id. Universal Cable Letter of November 14, 2013.)
On December 20, 2013, Mr. Davis's family physician, Dr.
Dumm, recommended that Mr. Davis continue light duty for two
additional months. (Mr. Davis's Ex. C; see also
Davis Dep. 126-28.)
Davis continued working as a WCT, and sometime in the
following weeks Universal Cable evidently asked Dr. Dumm to
clarify Mr. Davis's work restrictions. (See
Davis Dep. 129-34; Mr. Davis's Ex. D.) On January 17,
2014, Dr. Dumm responded that Mr. Davis "cannot
sit" for more than thirty minutes; "cannot
lift" more than ten pounds; had difficulty lifting,
standing, and sitting; was in a high degree of pain; and was
at "high risk for cyst rupture." (Mr. Davis's
Ex. D; see also Davis Dep. 129-34.) Further, Dr.
Dumm recommended that Mr. Davis perform "no
lifting" and be placed on light duty through April 30,
2014. (Mr. Davis's Ex. D.) Deciding that his continued
working as a WCT risked complicating his medical condition,
(see Arbaugh Dep. 9, 39-40, 67-69), on January 22,
2014, Universal Cable removed Mr. Davis from light duty and
placed him back on leave through April 30, 2014,
(see Universal Cable's Ex. A, Universal Cable
Letter of January 21, 2014; Mr. Davis's Ex. E; Davis Dep.
this leave period, Mr. Davis received cortisone injections in
and underwent arthroscopic surgery on both of his knees.
(See Mr. Davis's Exs. F-G; Universal Cable's
Ex. A, Dr. Majestro Letters; Davis Dep. 143-59.) On April 25,
2014, Dr. Majestro, Mr. Davis's knee surgeon, informed
Universal Cable that Mr. Davis would "remain
continuously disabled" for four to six weeks pending a
follow-up appointment, scheduled May 6, 2014. (Universal
Cable's Ex. A, Dr. Majestro Letter of April 25, 2014.)
After the May 6 appointment, Dr. Majestro cleared Mr. Davis
to return to work on May 12, 2014, provided he did no
climbing until his next re-evaluation on June 3, 2014. (Mr.
Davis's Ex. F.) But on May 13, 2014, Dr. Majestro
clarified that he expected Mr. Davis to "return to work
full[-time] after" June 3. (Universal Cable's Ex.
C, Dr. Majestro Letter of May 13, 2014.) Universal Cable
extended Mr. Davis's leave accordingly. (Davis Dep.
157-58, 163; Arbaugh Dep. 9, 39-40, 67-69.)
at the June 3 follow-up appointment, and at a subsequent June
18 appointment, Dr. Majestro found Mr. Davis
"continuously disabled" pending re-evaluation and
failed to provide a definite return-to-work date.
(See Universal Cable's Ex. A, Dr. Majestro
Letters.) Finally, after an appointment on July 9, 2014, Dr.
Majestro again found Mr. Davis "continuously
disabled" and requested extended leave pending his next
re-evaluation, scheduled August 12, 2014. (Mr. Davis's
Ex. F.) Instead, Universal Cable fired Mr. Davis on July 11,
2014, stating as follows:
We have received your most recent doctor's note dated
7/9/2014 stating that you cannot return to work and
indicating only that you will be re-examined at your next
appointment on 8/12/2014. . . . We cannot extend your leave
any further. Therefore, your employment will be terminated
effective 7/11/2014.
Your doctor has given no indication as to whether or when you
may be able to return to work in any capacity, which means we
cannot consider you for reassignment to an open position. If
you are able to return to work at a later date, we invite you
to reapply for any open position for which you are qualified.
Currently, we have an open dispatch position, and our website
is continually updated available job openings [sic]. We
invite you to view the [Universal Cable] job postings at
If there are additional circumstances that may be relevant,
or that you may wish to bring to the company's attention
regarding your absence or your condition, please feel free to
contact [Universal Cable].
(Id. Ex. H.) Mr. Davis did not formally apply for
the referenced dispatch position, nor did he formally apply
for any other jobs with Universal Cable. (See Davis
Dep. 172-74.) He told Universal Cable at some point after his
knee surgery that he could have worked either as a WCT or at
dispatch and asked that he be placed on light duty in one of
those positions, but Universal Cable told him that
"they wanted [him] exclusively to go back to the BBT IV
position." (Id. 172.) Universal Cable notes
that he in fact had not been released by his doctors for any
August 15, 2014, Dr. Majestro cleared Mr. Davis to return to
work with no restrictions. (Mr. Davis's Ex. G.) Dr.
Majestro's internal notes from May - undisclosed to
Universal Cable - indicate that he would have released Mr.
Davis to perform light duty if he believed that light duty
were available and, alternatively, believed that long-term
disability was Mr. Davis's other option. (See
id.) Mr. Davis claims that Universal Cable had an open
WCT position from the time his light duty ended until his
firing, (id. 233-34), and the termination letter
indicates that there was an open dispatch position as well,
(Mr. Davis's Ex. H). Universal Cable disputes that it
then had an open WCT position. (Arbaugh Dep. 6-7.)
Davis filed the complaint in this lawsuit in the Kanawha
County Circuit Court on July 1, 2016. He claims that
Universal Cable discriminatorily discharged his employment
based on disability in violation of the West Virginia Human
Rights Act ("WVHRA"), West Virginia Code chapter
5, article 11. (Complaint ¶ 30.) The WVHRA proclaims
that "[e]qual opportunity in the area[] of employment .
. . is hereby declared to be a human right or civil right of
all persons without regard to . . . disability." W.Va.
Code § 5-11-2 (2014). Correspondingly, the WVHRA
provides that
[i]t shall be an unlawful discriminatory practice . . . (1)
[f]or any employer to discriminate against an individual with
respect to compensation, hire, tenure, terms, conditions or
privileges of employment if the individual is able and
competent to perform the ...
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|April 04, 2017
Geologix Announces Intention to Complete $3 Million Brokered Private Placement
|Vancouver, BC - April 4, 2017 - Geologix Explorations Inc. [TSX-V: GIX] ("Geologix" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has retained Eight Capital to act as lead agent, on behalf of a syndicate of agents (collectively, the "Agents"), to offer for sale, on a "best efforts" private placement basis, units of shares and warrants of the Company ("Units") to be structured and priced in the context of the market, for total gross proceeds of up to $3,000,000 (the "Offering").
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Beautiful horseriding excursion. You will start your ride in the Alcantara Valley passing the byzantine "Cube" chapel dating back to between the 7 C and 9 C A.D. to reach the small Alcantara gorge "Piccole Gole dell'Alcantara" formed by the river that run among the basalt rocks. You will stop and admire this spectacle of nature. Afterwards you will ride along the channel, before you reach the "Gole", where you will have your pic nic. In Summer time you have the possibility to take a bath in the cold water of some small lakes named "Gurne". In the late afternoon you will return at the starting place.
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|Haruka Midori Yoshimitsu
|Biographical Information
|Kazuhira Yoshimitsu and
|Political Information
|Axel's gang, Black Star
|Combat Information
|Fighting Style
|Combat Role
|FN SMG (Custom), AK Makarov Pistol
|Lucky Strike, Hand Of Fate
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|First Appearance
|Rise 1
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|Rise 5
|The Arbiter
Haruka Yoshimitsu was a member of Axel Erachin's group of H.M.V. mercenaries, having served alongside the group since the beginning. Her indecency, alcoholism and party animal nature provoked others on the team but her skills as a pilot and hand-to-hand combat specialist were unmatched. With an exotic set of fighting moves and styles, she proved her essential role to the team.
Born on the planet of Shibuya to aristocratic parents, Haruka Midori Yoshimitsu was raised as almost royalty and constantly pampered with gifts. The Yoshimitsu Clan had connections to the royal house themselves and thus the only child (and heiress) was educated in the arts and sciences with private tutors. They lived in a lavish mansion built into a beautiful mountain for isolation and comfort. The young refined lady was on the course to being a beautiful member of society when their Clan name came under siege from political problems and soon to follow financial problems. Her family title was lost in shame and all the money and glory they once had slipped away. With no fortune to their name, the family sold their valuables and fled, seeking refuge in the galaxy. Eventually hunger and sickness took both her parents and the remaining Yoshimitsu was forced to carry on alone.
Her education and sensitive nature were soon buried beneath her wild and uncontrollable freedom. Yoshimitsu became a thuggish, brutish gang member in the slums of Vegas throughout her remaining childhood and adolescence. Her sense of fashion and manners were lost without parents and wildchild Yoshimitsu became quite the whirlwind. Haruka was recognized for her potential in violence and landed a bodyguard job. Soon enough Yoshimitsu was raking in thousands a night in profit, despite buying expensive alcohols and throwing lavish parties.
Eventually, Haruka was offered an even greater payment to join the Black Star crime syndicate, spanning across the universe. The organization gave her her first mech, The Hand Of Fate, and trained her even further as a powerful pilot, specializing in brutal melee scenarios. Her final contract led to Skovajsa for the termination of Yumi Tikylic, where she would later encounter Yvonne Dafoe as a bodyguard. After the success of the mission, Yoshimitsu would go on to eventually leave the group, and only offer her services for a more expensive rate.
Broke and alone, Haruka joined Axel Erachin to fight against the Jackals. Swapping The Hand of Fate for The Lucky Strike, Haruka earned her spot and did her part for the team. After the Empire's betrayal, Yoshimitsu retreated to Vegas to spend the rest of her money. Roughly a few months of returning to a normal life was cut abruptly when Haruka was kidnapped. On board the assailants' ship, Yoshmitsu managed to break out and crash the ship into the wasteland. As the only survivor, she wandered through the sand for days, hallucinating and dehydrated. Eventually she was rescued by Nimurah Mitsuri who returned her to Osaku. After a while of recovery, Yoshimitsu was invited to join Axel's Squad again to help out the team. When the events of Chapter 2: Fall came to a close Yoshimitsu spent the journey towards Factory in solitude, disciplining, meditating and focusing on herself.
After Chapter 3: Absolution, Yvonne Dafoe left her coordinates to her lover, to which Haruka would eventually end up at later in life. However, their relationship grew strained over time, especially in conflict with Haruka's infertility. After losing her first born, her lover and her friends, Haruka faked her death and took on the guise of Sabishii Okaasan.
Loud, sarcastic and always innapropriate, Haruka's constant party nature makes her seem unfit to be a functioning person. However, Yoshimitsu shows no negative signs of alcoholism, and her skills and reflexes only seem to be enhanced under the influence. Her personality leaves her a unique impression of someone just searching for the next fun thing, whatever it may be. Though unable to hold a proper debate without swearing, her heart is still in good nature, and Haruka is still capable of crying and love.
Haruka carried a custom-outfitted, modified SMG, with additions including extended magazines, suppressor, custom-fitted snake-skin grips, and a laser-optic sight. Eventually the compact rapid-fire gun was swapped in favor of an AK Makarov Pistol, fully upgraded to automatic (Vegas Special). She has been known to use a powerful revolver as a hidden weapon when the SMG is unavailable, such as being in disguise. Yoshimitsu's most effective weapon lies in her raw fighting ability, built on dozens of martial arts and fighting styles for maximum hand-to-hand power.
- Main article: Hand Of Fate
The Hand of Fate was Haruka's first mecha, a rough'n'tumble fighter suited for a teenage brawler. It's tremendously heavy claw kept the HMV unbalanced but the raw power served the Black Star employee well. In 90 AF, it was replaced for the Lucky Strike.
- Main article: Lucky Strike
Yoshimitsu's replacement mecha was smaller in size, but built precisely for her. Fast, nimble and dexterous meant the mecha was hard to hit until it closed in to show off its fury. Linked with Haruka, the H.M.V. had an array of powerful combat techniques, and could deliver each kick and punch with heightened fury.
Connections to other charactersEdit
During the course of her adventures, Haruka has made many enemies and friends, both on Axel Erachin's team and in her personal adventures.
Yvonne DafoeEdit
"That time isn't gonna come. Not yet, anyway. You've got too much partying, too much drinking, and too much f***ing left to do before you die, and I've still got a few scores to settle myself. We're gonna go to that glorified pond they call Oasis and we're gonna f*** some s*** up, aren't we?" - Yvonne comforting a worried Haruka before Oasis
Yvonne Dafoe is a member of Axel Erachin's team of mercenaries, and Haruka's closest friend throughout the missions. Their initial encounter on Skovajsa pitted them as enemies on different sides. Yoshimitsu's H.M.V. gave her the bonus advantage during the fight, and Dafoe was forced to back down. Though their priorities were different, both shared similar attitudes and personalities. Eventually, they would meet up again to fight alongside Axel's team, where a larger relationship blossomed through both Kanade Orihara's conflict, the Osaku Penthouse party and the overall fights they endured. By the end of the Paladin crisis, Haruka felt strong enough to tell Yvonne her fears, and share a kiss. After the Battle of Oasis, both Yvonne and Haruka avoided each other, unsure of what to do about their true feelings. When Brimstone was destroyed and Axel's gang were taken to Homeworld, Haruka confronted Yvonne where each confessed their love for each other without saying a word but rather sharing a kiss. After the great final battle within Overlord, Yvonne left her future location to Haruka, who eventually joined her a while later. Though their love was true, Haruka and Yvonne split up for irreconcilable differences.
Abraham KeyesEdit
"Haruka Yoshimitsu, I am eternally in your debt."' - Abraham on being rescued on Oasis from drowning
Abraham Keyes was another member of Axel's squad, whom Haruka shares a fate. Both had their own histories submerged in alcoholism and hidden pains, but for different reasons. Throughout their missions, the Lucky Strike and Buster looked out for each other, and defended each other when the help was needed. When Abraham Keyes passed away, Haruka fell into a terrible grief and channeled it into sheer rage in the upcoming battles she faced. Yoshimitsu would never forget her battle brother and partner in drinking her entire life.
Gigi DeeliteEdit
Gigi Deelite is an old friend of Haruka, whom was willing to throw lavish parties and invite her. The up-and-coming socialite befriended Yoshimitsu in their first meeting, and the two grew to be good friends in a short span of time. Although neither of them would serve in combat together, both shared a love for expensive goods and H.M.V. combat.
Alternative versionEdit
In the movie, Haruka is the brawler of Axel's gang who tends to be at odds with almost everyone, including Yvonne.


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What is it: The Camry Hybrid is a midsize sedan with gas/electric hybrid record to make it some-more fuel-efficient, from a association famous for its green travel cred. The XLE indication is a tip trim turn available, above LE and SE, and shows a standing with 18-inch chrome aluminum wheels, a lead front grille, and full LED conduct and taillights. However, a LE, both lighter and with narrower tires, achieves improved fuel economy.
Key Competitors: Ford Fusion Hybrid, Honda Accord Hybrid, Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
Base Price: $33,145 As Tested Price: $37,363
Full Review: 2018 Toyota Camry initial drive
Highlights: New for 2018, a Camry is built on Toyota's plan of singular platforms opposite a world. They call it TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture); a Camry's is a GA-K platform. Styling is new too, permitting a Camry to step out of a pristine vanilla shell. The Hybrid LE achieves 52 mpg combined, though this heavier XLE trim turn manages only 44 city, 47 highway, 46 combined.
Our Opinion: The Camry really looks new. Some find it overwrought, generally a front grille, though we privately consider it's a good depart from a tasteless styling used in a past. Sedans opposite a house are struggling as SUVs arise in prominence, so even a best-selling one needs to be a bit some-more confidant and try new things.
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Formalisation and Analysis of the Temporal Dynamics of Conditioning
In order to create adaptive Agent Systems with abilities matching those of their biological counterparts, a natural approach is to incorporate classical conditioning mechanisms into such systems. However, existing models for classical conditioning are usually based on differential equations. Since the design of Agent Systems is traditionally based on qualitative conceptual languages, these differential equations are often not directly appropriate to serve as an input for Agent System design. To deal with this problem, this paper explores a formal description and analysis of a conditioning process based on logical specification and analysis methods of dynamic properties of conditioning. Specific types of dynamic properties are global properties, describing properties of the process as a whole, or local properties, describing properties of basic steps in a conditioning process. If the latter type of properties are specified in an executable format, they provide a temporal declarative specification of a simulation model. Global properties can be checked automatically for simulated or other traces. Using these methods the properties of conditioning processes informally expressed by Los and Heuvel [8] have been formalised and verified against a specification of local properties based on Machado [9]'s mathematical model.
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A return to values and attitudes
OH dear, oh dear! How many of us from one end of the island to another were surprised recently to hear a call for the return of the Values and Attitudes Programme which was launched in the 1990s? Retired Prime Minister P J Patterson made the plea last weekend, as reported in this publication on Monday.
In 1994 there was a feeling at the time that many of us had lost our way. There were calls also for a return to decency and law and order. In the 90s, then Prime Minister Patterson proposed a "national strategy and programme of action to promote attitudinal change and social renewal".
Wiser heads were brought together and a report recommended that the Government of the day should:
• institute social programmes to teach discipline, good manners and respect for self and country;
• sharpen communication skills;
• establish peer counselling groups to emphasise the positive use of role models, and mentoring programmes; as well as
• develop mediation skills by using peaceful conflict resolution.
This vision of a better Jamaica was rooted in the convictions of Patterson, who found his place on the Mona Campus of The University of the West Indies. He was one of those who passed up a flight to study in Mother England and chose, instead, to prove the Mona motif that the "sun also rose in the West". The choice to study at the local university "proclaimed the value of the Caribbean" when some saw little need for unity with those around us.
Many years after his days on campus, Patterson found that Jamaican politics was not easy at all. Despite the best intentions, the Values and Attitudes Programme did not gain the traction which had been hoped for and, in time, it became a political football. It was fashionable to laugh it off and, despite the views that the society needed a push in the direction of positivity, the programme eventually came to an end.
Very little was heard of the concept until a relaunch in 2003. Once again we were facing calls for civics to be returned to schools and a need for boosting national pride. The values and attitudes idea was approached with fresh hopes. It was intended that public education on values and attitudes, and especially on parenting skills, were to be included in the school curriculum and the wider society. This would have included teacher-training workshops in values and attitudes education. It was also suggested that parent education programmes be conducted to train parents how to teach children respect for life and property, good manners, and to develop good work ethic.
Time went by again, and in 2012 the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Investment and Commerce launched the Jamaica Re-socialisation Programme (JRP) at The University of the West Indies, Mona Campus. News reports stated that the JRP was designed to be a high-priority strategic intervention programme aimed at transforming the values and attitudes of the entire population with a special focus on students.
In 2016, Education Minister Senator Ruel Reid echoed similar sentiments with a promise to roll out a campaign to "promote good role models for children in school and the community, appoint values and attitude champions in schools and other organisations, involve parents, and engage the public using traditional and new media". I am not sure what happened with that campaign or the JRP. Looking back at the efforts, some have asked the question: Why would we shirk from positive moments?
In his speech to the Rotary Club of Lucea, on Saturday night, Patterson pointed out that if we really want to see this change we must realise that it can't be a task for Government alone, and that it must involve the support of the people. It shouldn't matter which side of the fence the call comes from, we often say that things must change, and so we ask: Will we get moving and do the work?
Symbols and imagery
One idea which seeks to lift up our spirits is the practice of creating monuments and statues to those who have brought us honour. Focus has been placed on the athletes who have made the world respect us, but should they be the only persons celebrated in this way? There are many others who have made outstanding strides, shouldn't they also be recognised?
In 1996 focus was placed on how through cultural preservation and conservation we could improve our sense of self. Leading personalities were brought together to share talent and thought by way of a committee which looked at the value of national symbols and the response of the society. The committee pointed out that: "Unless the Jamaican people have a sense of belonging they are not likely to invest the hard work, the effort, the sacrifice, and the disciplined sustained application which a self-reliant, vibrant productive economy, and a viable democratic policy, demand."
We are still working towards these goals. When we treat our symbols and institutions carelessly, and with little regard, we weaken the foundation on which we will build our future.
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Your question was: Am I not losing weight fast enough with Nutrisystem?.
It's a pace, not a race! Healthy weight loss is long lasting!..
I lost 3 pounds my first month, but folks with less to lose often lose at a slower rate. The main thing is losing the weight and then keeping it off by following some kind of a maintence plan.
I wouldn't worry about the unlimited veggies. It's good fiber and nutrient and low in calories.
I think that Schwann's is supposed to call to arrange a delivery time for the frozen foods, and I thought they came with dry ice for short delays. (I haven't ordered the Select food, though, so I'm just repeating what I've read.)..
Thank you all for answering my questions so quickly !!! I really appreciate it !!!! good eating to all !!!..
NS is set up for you to loose an average of 1-2 pounds per week. You are right on track with that, averaging 2 pounds a week. You are doing great..
If you are using the online planner you will need to enter the amount of your unlimited veggies because it also keeps track of the calories you are eating. Nutrisystem is not a calorie counting program and you don't have to do that. You can just use the paper planner that comes with the food and list the foods you are eating. However, should you end up at a point where you are not loosing weight on the scale OR inches then knowing how many calories you are consuming may be helpful. Those veggies are unlimited. However, they do contain some calories.
Right now, with your rate of loss being so great, I wouldn't worry about how many cups of veggies you are eating. Just be sure you are not loading them down with cheese or butter or too much salad dressing...


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To celebrate their 100th anniversary, Chevrolet has unveiled the Corvette Centennial Edition, celebrates its performance heritage with the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Centennial Edition, which features a sleek black color scheme, unique design elements and Corvette's trademark sports car technology.
The 2012 Centennial Edition package will be available on all Corvette models - including Grand Sport, Z06 and ZR1 - starting this summer. The special package was inspired by Chevrolet's racing-bred foundation, which continues with Corvette's international racing excellence and production sports car prominence.
"Racing and performance are the roots of Chevrolet, a tradition carried forward today by Corvette," said Rick Scheidt, vice president of Chevrolet marketing. "The Centennial Edition not only celebrates our 100 years, it once again pushes Corvette forward for a new generation of sports car fans."
Chevrolet will auction a Corvette Z06 Centennial Edition at the Barrett-Jackson collector car auction, in West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S.A. on April 9, 2011, with the proceeds to benefit the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer. It will be the 100th 2012 Corvette off the assembly line, with a vehicle identification number ending in "00100."
The Chevrolet Corvette Centennial Edition expresses racing heritage, but does so with a sleek, modern, even sinister-looking appearance. The Centennial Edition package comes exclusively in Carbon Flash Metallic, with satin-black graphics and unique Centennial Satin Black wheels and red brake calipers. The wheels are constructed of lightweight cast-spun aluminum and include a thin red outline around the perimeter of its surface on the Z06. The wheels are specific to the respective Corvette models, including 18-inch/19-inch for Coupe, Convertible and Grand Sport; and 19-inch/20-inch for Z06 and ZR1.
Magnetic Selective Ride Control, the world's fastest-reacting suspension and a technology advance initiated by Corvette, is included on all Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Centennial Edition models.
The Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Centennial Edition also features special badges that signify Chevrolet's racing history. A graphic logo featuring an iconic image of Louis Chevrolet appears on the B-pillars, the center caps of the wheels, and the center of the steering wheel. The seat headrests also carry an embossed centennial logo.
Aficionados will note one other small detail: The historic crossed flags badge contains a small adaptation, with "100" in place of the traditional fleur-de-lis symbol, only for the Centennial Edition.
The exterior color scheme is reinforced inside the car, with the Ebony leather-wrapped instrument panel and doors complimented by red stitching also on the steering wheel, seats, console and shifter. The seats feature microfiber suede accents on seats, steering wheel, shifter and armrests, which were first used on the 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition.
The Chevrolet Centennial Edition will be available on all Corvette models via order code ZLC. Pricing will be released this summer prior to the start of availability.
"Louis Chevrolet was a fearless racing pioneer who also designed our first car," Scheidt said. "Corvette is a natural fit to honor that legacy, while creating a compelling new package for sports car drivers."
Pricing for the Chevrolet Corvette Centennial Edition will be announced in Summer, but before that Chevrolet will auction off a Corvette Z06 Centennial Edition – 100th 2012 Corvette off the assembly line, with a vehicle identification number ending in "00100″ – at the Barrett-Jackson collector car auction in benefit of the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer.
The 2012 Chevrolet Centennial Edition Corvette Z06 (VIN 100) to be auctioned is based on the production 3LZ model with the Z07 performance package, new Z06 carbon fiber hood and CFZ carbon fiber package, which includes:
- Bose premium sound system, with one-year XM subscription, navigation and USB
- Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity
- Power-adjustable and heated seats
- Memory package, home remote, Head Up Display and power-telescoping steering wheel
- The Custom Leather Wrapped Interior Package, with leather-wrapped upper instrument panels, upper door trim panels and console storage cover and red contrasting stitching
- Z07 performance package, including Brembo ceramic brakes, Magnetic Ride Control and 19-inch/20-inch wheels and Michelin tires
- CFZ package includes carbon fiber rockers, front splitter and roof
- New Carbon Fiber raised hood option for Z06, which was introduced on the 2011 Z06 Carbon Edition.


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Qadri-govt accord ends protest in Islamabad
The government and Dr Tahir-ul-Qadri reached an agreement late Thursday that peacefully ended a four-day sit-in outside the parliament house in Islamabad. A 10-member government's negotiation te
PML-N chief Nawaz Sharif rejects Tahirul Qadri's demands
The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has rejected demands put forth by Dr Tahirul Qadri, chief of Tehreek-e-Minhajul Quran (TMQ), terming them unconstitutional. A consultative meeting of the P
Opposition demands timetable for Pakistan polls
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan\'s political opposition Wednesday demanded an immediate timetable for polls, but dealt a blow to a massive anti-government protest by refusing to endorse their four-day demonstrati
7-point agenda: Imran Khan demands Zardari's resignation
LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan demanded President Asif Ali Zardari's immediate resignation while announcing his seven-point agenda to the media on Tuesday. "Free and f
Qadri welcomes SC decision, vows to continue sit-in till ouster of other corrupt elements
Head of Tehrik-e-Minhajul Quran Dr Tahir-ul-Qadri Tuesday welcoming the decision of Supreme Court to arrest Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf in Rental Power Case said he and his followers would conti
Karachi Stock Exchange crashes
The largest stock exchange of the country KSE crashed 570 points on Tuesday after the Supreme Court of Pakistan ordered to arrest Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf in the Rental Power corruption case.
Pakistan's supreme court orders arrest of Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf
Owing to the corruption cases charged on Pakistani PM Raja Pervaiz Ashraf, Pakistan Supreme Court has ordered to arrest him.TV stations have revealed, falling the country into fresh governmental uncer
Qazi Hussain Ahmad Laid to Rest in Native Village
Former Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami, Qazi Hussain Ahmed has been buried for eternal rest in his native village Ziarat Kaka Saheb, Media reported on Sunday. Earlier today, the funeral prayer of veteran pol
Australian Scientists Discover Deep Sea Corals
Australian scientists mapping the Great Barrier Reef have discovered corals at depths never before thought possible, with a deep-sea robot finding specimens in waters nearly as dark as night. A
A 23 year old Dehli women Rape caseThe 23-year-old had been raped in a moving bus by four Pepole for about 25 minutes on Sunday night, and doctors who attended on her said she seemed to have been beaten with a blunt object and sustained injuries to the stomach and intestine. The accused, identified as Ram Singh, 30, was driving the bus which he uses to ferry students of a prominent school in Pushp Vihar as well as Noida. Police also arrested Mukesh, who was an accomplice. "This is not only an animalistic act, but in th
Shahzeb Khan CaseSuspects involved in the killing of Shahzeb Khan broke through a police containment and escaped from Dadu, News reported on Saturday. On a tipoff on their whereabouts, a police team from Karachi raided a house in Dadu but the suspects managed to flee despite being surrounded. Police officials claimed that the suspects had been on alert after the media broke the news. DSP Aurangzeb Khan, the deceased's father, alleged that influential people were asserting pressure for stopping their a
Dr Tahir-ul-Qadri Sets Jan 10 Deadline for Government to Change System
The Tehrik Minhaj-ul-Quran held their 'save the state not politics rally' at Minar-e-Pakistan on Sunday. The leader of the Tehrik Minhaj-ul-Quran, Tahir-ul-Qadri addressed the rally and condemned


text: I've just bought a refurbished Mac Pro from the Apple Store and Apple, being the genius's they are, won't let you spec a Airport Extreme card on refurbished models, so I couldn't get one included, and there's also none on the Apple Store to buy. I've looked around and theres ones on Ebay and such, but I read that it invalidates your warranty fitting it yourself, but any Apple store will fit it for you. This is great but I don't drive and I sure as hell aren't taking a Mac Pro on the bus. So I was looking at a wireless dongle I can just plug in the USB. Will this work on the Mac Pro and does anyone have any particular recommendations? The cheaper the better because I'm rather skint after forking out £1200 for this Thanks


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Tuesday, March 18, 2014
A Sunday Ramble in the Burbank Hills
We drove until the road (a barely discernible two track, but one that had been already traveled this year) ended. Then we got out and hiked. The kids weren't super thrilled, but we promised them great views.
map here). With 98 miles of trails, it's a considerable network, but due to the remoteness and lack of a charismatic attraction, it is seldom visited.
It's nice to have places like that, where the plants and animals can be the dominant creatures. I was quite excited to see this early bloomer:
Then Desert Boy and I started finding some hints that these flowers hadn't been around all that long (at least geologically speaking).
Then we reached something that made both kids very happy.
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A problem that I had with my 911 was that the bonnet/hood has an electrically powered release mechanism so the battery needs to be powered to release it. If the battery is dead for any reason there is a terminal inside the car where you can connect a power supply to reactivate the release switch however this relies on the continuity of the circuit. If the battery is disconnected then it won't work.
This video shows how to open the bonnet/hood if the battery is disconnected by using a release handle underneath the 911 wheel arch.
The diary of a Porsche 944 and former 911 Owner. I have now bought a 1986 Porsche 944 having previously owned a 2001 model 996 Carrera 2 Coupe with 3.4 engine/manual transmission and this is intended to document my experiences with the Porsche 944 over time including any problems and the running costs of maintaining a 30 year old Porsche 944.
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Good primer on performance optimisation with the tools that are freely available.
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Every developer should be confident that their code is efficient and safe to run in production. But it can be hard to get started. What tools to use? What do the graphs mean? What to look at first? In this talk, we will analyse and optimise the performance of a simple PHP application. By demonstrating how to use some of the excellent open source projects such as xdebug, xhprof or meminfo I hope to give you a good idea of where to start with analysing and optimising your PHP code.
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12.May.2018 at 15:29 by Bastian Widmer (42 comments) via Web2 LIVE
Good primer on performance optimisation with the tools that are freely available.
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A very clear and practical optimization case study
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John 15 verse 12 (CEB) "This is my commandment: love each other just as I have loved you."
The Bennie Foundation is striving to uplift the disadvantaged terminally ill young patients of today. These young people have cancer, AIDS and other serious illnesses. The chances of them seeing their loved ones again, which sometimes stay far away in rural areas, are slim to none. We aim to set up additional lines of communications again, using tools such as the internet, e-mail and Skype, to "rejoin" these patients with their families. A computer room has been set up to facilitate this, plus give the young patients games to play. In a positive manner help them with their education as well as to provide them with good fun. Fun is a luxury these children do not have, as their outlook on life is normally very bleak and sombre. We try to engage them in a positive manner, bringing them competition, social interaction, uplift their spiritual lives. In short, we try to bring the outside world to them, so that they can feel they make an impact and that they are important, that people actually care for them and to help them fight these terrible diseases.
We implore the community to not only donate money, but to donate a piece of your time and yourself. Go and visit the children, bake them cookies, knit "beanies", take toiletries, anything you can, just get involved. We as a single group of people can only do so much, but with the help of all of you, we can move mountains. Luke 17:6 (CEB) Jesus said "if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you could say to this mulberry tree, 'Be uprooted and planted in the sea', and it will obey you".
"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." - Helen Keller
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Molly Sivewright, a Fellow of The British Horse Society and founder of The Talland School of Equitation, passed away yesterday (Wednesday 28 August) aged 89.
Molly Sivewright, a Fellow of The British Horse Society and founder of The Talland School of Equitation, passed away yesterday (Wednesday 28 August) aged 89.
Mrs Sivewright was one of the greatest equestrian instructors this country has seen. She became a Fellow of The British Horse Society in 1961, was a Fellow of the Institute of the Horse (FIH) and a Fellow of the Association of British Riding Schools.
In 1975, as Chair of the Exams Sub-Committee, Mrs Sivewright introduced the BHS Horse Knowledge and Riding (HK and R) Stage Exams and the BHS Intermediate Teaching Exam into the BHS examination structure. She was also instrumental in developing the use of anatomy and physiology into the training of horses and wrote two widely acclaimed books in the Thinking Riding series, as well as Lessons on the Lunge for Horse and Rider.
Mrs Sivewright was a List 1 dressage judge and an international judge for show hacks and Arabs. She also held official authorisation to run courses for judges, riders and horses at national and international standard and enjoyed sharing her knowledge and expertise through a variety of lectures and demonstrations.
Lynn Petersen, Chief Executive of The British Horse Society said: "Molly has left a beautiful legacy for all of us. She will be missed by her family and friends and The British Horse Society. Most of all, she will be remembered forever."
Pictured: Mrs Sivewright with Pippa, Pammy, Brian and Charlie at Talland. Photo courtesy of Bob Langrish
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Jewish Weeks Comedy Competition
We had the opportunity to attend the Jewish Week NY comedy competition at the Broadway Comedy club. It was a wonderful evening full of comedy and laughter.
Jewish jokes are a staple in our society. The winner of the Jewish Week Comedy competition was Aaron Friedman. Aaron's jokes on Jewish holidays and Catholics were truly epic.


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The brains behind the brawn:
Regiments has successfully assisted the public sector for a decade, helping them to effectively roll out on their infrastructure mandates. It's organisations like Regiments that see national pipe dreams become a reality. So, in keeping with our ethos of giving back, Regiments seemed like the perfect client fit for Twyne!
How it all began:
In November 2013, we were invited to pitch for the Regiments account. Up against a handful of top-tier agencies, we won the pitch, investing a boatload of intellectual property and execution excellence into our proposal – something our clients have come to expect from us. So, prior to securing the account, we had already built a bank of ideas worthy only of the best and fortunately, the best in the biz bit and Regiments became our most recent key account.
A journey of monumental proportions:
Considering Regiments had never truly communicated themselves before – neither internally nor externally, we had to start from scratch developing their corporate, brand and visual identities. Then, we needed to apply these visual foundations to their marketing and communications collateral. From a strategic perspective, we needed to develop an intricate communications plan, which would see a 3 year go-to-market strategy come to fruition, with a classy internal branding strategy to compliment it.
Now for the juicy stuff:
First, we updated their logo and developed a range of educational collateral to explain why we undertook this process to the staff. Have a look at this awesome animation we did for their employees:
We continued applying their new brand guidelines to a comprehensive CI document, which included the full suite of corporate stationery, of course.
Our state-of-the-art website followed suit, with endless cool functions and beauty to boot. To view the Regiments site, please follow this link: www.regiments.co.za, or have a squizz at the screenshot below.
We went on great photographic expeditions, shooting their entire staff compliment's corporate portraits.
We also secured Circa on Jellicoe as a location to photograph their Executive Chairman's official portrait. Lekker.
We applied our new brand guidelines, design elements and collateral to a host of advertisements… Nice, right?
It's probably worth mentioning that we also came up with a killer pay-off line for them, with help from our genius writer. Because hey, why not! Our rationale in short: Regiments aren't just about finance. They enable business ideas that help build our country; they enable progress in everything they do. Hence, their new pay-off-line:
What path does the buffalo roam?
Now, with a host of well-thought-out creative collateral, we needed a platform to host it. Media! In conjunction with our media partner we developed a thorough media strategy. But every great media strategy needs a great creative campaign. So, we rolled out a strategically solid and creatively captivating campaign, steeped in rich African folklore. Our story is told through the eyes of a wise village elder, whose stories educate, empower, inspire and enable – a metaphor for the value creation Regiments delivers through their infrastructure development.
Here's our elder, played by the talented Atandwa Kani, telling stories at an EXCO strategy getaway:
Now for more juicy stuff!
As it so happened, Regiments celebrated their ten year anniversary this year. In doing so, they requested that we orchestrate their ten year anniversary celebration event – and boy oh boy, orchestrate we did!
In celebrating their tenth anniversary milestone, we began building the foundations for an event of monumental proportions. Our event would be steeped in African tradition and folklore (in line with our storyteller theme), but it would be executed in a lavish, ultra-contemporary way; it would be a night of unparalleled entertainment, joyous celebration, invaluable gratitude and important business communications.
From concept to completion, here's how the night unraveled:
Teasing the beast:
Months in advance, we began sending out teaser emails, enticing the guests to attend by providing them with tantalising, suspense-building snippets of how things were going to unfold, whilst giving them the opportunity to sync their calendars or RSVP via a microsite.
As the event drew nearer, we created the most beautiful RSVP pack (yes, we're tooting our own horn). This well-thought-out brand experience was hand delivered, giving guests further insight into the Regiments story and what was to occur on the night. Mission all-round amazing direct marketing, ACCOMPLISHED!
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Concurrently, a host of emailers went out to Regiments' staff. These emotive emailers not only created a buzz, they also promoted engagement, prompting staff to share their thoughts around the brand, the anniversary and the business via an interactive microsite.
Branding the buffalo, internally:
In partnership with our sister company, Fabriek, we created two beautiful, interactive digital publications, which sought to educate Regiments staff about:
1) Their new brand identity (vision, mission, values, etc) via a beautifully-crafted manifesto animation and the deconstruction of the meaning therein.
2) Their new brand look and feel, including all visual elements, photography, marketing material, website and more.
We're into the final stretch:
With all stakeholders aligned to our thinking, and with the (figurative) buffalo rearing to go, the big night was upon us and it was time to put everything we had worked so hard towards into practice.
Upon red carpet welcome to Sandton Convention Centre, guests were greeted by our beautiful hostesses…
…and offered a photo against our banner wall.
Our esteemed guests, including the Minister of Finance, the Executive Mayor of Johannesburg, various MECs, VVIPS, staff and partners, were then ushered into our stylish reception room for some casual mingling.
Soweto String Quartet kicked things off with a local-meets-classical cacophony of sound.
Our guest speaker, the Minister of Finance, honourable Nhlanhla Nene then addressed the audience.
All the while, delicious canapés and welcome drinks were served.
We then revealed the awe-inspiring banquet hall to our guests, much to their amazement.
No bull. Just buffalo:
With our event maestro, Michael at the helm, the main event unfolded, starting with our opening dance ensemble – a powerful downtown-themed performance from the heart of the city. David Mathamela, having choreographed African Footprint and The Lion King, made sure our dancers' moves were nothing short of world-class.
Robin Banks – a renowned motivational speaker and our MC for the night then took the stage, leaving everyone in stitches of (inspired) laughter… and yes, also doing the necessary housekeeping.
Tantalising plated starters were then served to whet our guests' appetites!
In conjunction with our production wizard partners, a plethora of visual experiences were created. First, we screened our CSI Langa Library documentary, filmed in Langa – Cape Town.
Watch this tear-jerker below.
We also created a cutting-edge corporate AV, expressing who Regiments is and what they do.
Watch this hard-hitting business video below:
Grub's up, folks! Our guests then savoured the flavours and sounds of Africa, as they enjoyed a delectable dinner dish of their choice, accompanied by the sweet sounds of Buskaid. Aibo!
Buskaid helps grow talented classical musicians from townships and thus, provided a vehicle for Regiments to plough back into communities, enabling our country to thrive and to grow.
Regiments' Story: The brand's first creative campaign.
Our night culminated in our feature performance – something never seen before – something that not only sought to empower and educate, but something that intended to move people, inspire a nation and promote an emotional connection to the brand. We developed a theatrical tale that took the form of an intricate African waterhole story, where a herd of buffalo work together to overcome great adversity, saving their calf from a pride of marauding lion. This scenario has been known to occur in nature, where African buffalo – individually formidable and collectively unstoppable, work together to achieve unfathomable feats, often in encounters with hungry lion.
For a prime example of this phenomenon, click here and watch Battle of Kruger – one of the worlds' most iconic nature videos:
Twyne's twist on a great tale:
Our rendition took the form of a larger-than-life puppet show, featuring Roger Titley's 'creatures', masked dancers and a plethora of high definition screens, exhibiting animated content that set the scene for the live elements on stage – an environment in which the creatures could live
Acclaimed actor, Atandwa Kani, played the role of our wise elder down to a T. Wow, but he was goooood!
Executive Chairman, Litha Nyhonyha, takes to the lectern.
Mr. Nyhonyha delivered a poignant and emotive speech that drew on the heartstrings, reflecting on the past, speaking of the present and looking forward into the future!
A short gift-giving ceremony was held, where we arranged for beautiful telescopes to be given away. Why, you ask? Regiments' logo contains a symbol of the Southern Cross constellation – Alpha Centauri – the guiding light. Looking forward with aspiration, adopting a new vision and progressing forward with direction was perfectly suited for the theme of the evening.
Dessert was then served! Yum!
In closing, we welcomed the groovy tunes of Freshly Ground – a local favourite who serenaded us with their scintillating sounds.
Guests then danced the night away with our guest DJ spinning the decks!
A vision for a new era:
At this point, it's probably worth mentioning that all this hard work didn't just end up behind closed doors. Because, Twyne. We converted our corporate profile used on the night into a 2 minute version for CNBC Africa and down to a 30 second TVC for Business Day TV.
Watch our 30 second interim TVC below:
We also placed some really killer ads in national press, merging brand ads with corporate profiles to achieve both impact and education – 2 buffalo, one stone, as they say… (?)
Furthermore, we captured the theatrical production in both photography and film. That way, we created marketing collateral out of the beautiful equity encompassed within our production. Yes, we turned a theatrical performance into a 360° content generating extravaganza, creating collateral for an annual print campaign and for a series of stunning television commercials. The result: well, we can't quite share that with you just yet, but have a look at these behind the scenes shots from the day:
As our annual migration draws to a close, we're just getting started.
Since securing the Regiments account, we've been challenged, we've persevered, we've conquered and we've flourished. I guess there's something we can all take away from the story of the buffalo – from Regiments' story: as individuals we may be formidable, but as part of a collective we're unstoppable. If we act as a unified herd and set our sights on a common vision then there are no limits to what we can achieve.
We look forward to bringing you more great stories and our clients more great successes, as we migrate forward into 2015.


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I intended on posting this months ago (6-7 months ago)…but it's never too late….lol
My little princess Kendall is a girly girl! She loves all the Disney Princesses, Frozen, Bratz, My Little Pony and I could probably go on and on. LOL…
One day she told me that she would like to change her room to the Disney Frozen theme and I was all for it until…..I searched the net and the prices were outrageous. (Now they are a little easier to find at better prices) People really are trying to get their piece of the pie from this movie. I saw prices that no one in their right mind would pay…WAYYYYYY beyond the manufacturer's suggested retail price. Maybe I'll do that theme next if I can find some better deals.
With this in mind I asked Kendall what she thought about The Little Mermaid theme instead and she was ecstatic. I got right on it and was very pleased with the cost of it all. You will not believe the bargains I found. I'll share them later on in this post. 😉
I had to give myself a pat on the back for this re-decorating mission. It was super fun and best of all Kendall is in love with her new decor, which makes me very grateful to be able to do it for her.
Check out these awesome deals that I was able to get:
The Little Mermaid Twin Sheet Set (Flat Sheet, Fitted Sheet and one Pillowcase)
Retail Value: My Cost: $5.04
The Little Mermaid Comforter
Retail Value: My Cost: $32.99 My Cost: $22.80
Pillow Cover
Retail Value: $2.99 My Cost: $2.28
Bed Pillow
Retail Value: $4.99 My Cost: $2.27
The princess border on Kendall's wall was purchased on Amazon.com for $11.97 per 15 foot roll (I ordered 2). They are now on sale for $6.50!!
The sheer purple curtains came from Ross…$3.99 for 2 panels. (It was the last pair….on clearance and exactly what I was looking for)
All other items were purchased from Kmart.com (I don't have a local Kmart Store in my area )
The quality is great!
I received free shipping, which always floats my boat! They also ship SUPER FAST!!!!
Here's the tip to getting the free shipping….Sign up for Shop Your Way Max Rewards!
I'm sure I'll be redecorating her room again this year (probably the Frozen theme), so be on the look out for that. 🙂


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They say you make your own luck, and armed with a few helpful tips you can give your chances of winning competitions a fair old boost.
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Stewart Turner
/ 10 March 2015
They say you make your own luck, and armed with a few helpful tips you can give your chances of winning competitions a fair old boost.
Ever been put off entering a prize crossword because you're asked to come up with a witty tie-breaker at the end?
Master the art of 'comping' and you could have a lucrative new hobby on your hands.
Once you start looking, you'll find that competitions are everywhere. Get in the habit of scouring newspapers, magazines, websites and supermarket checkouts for quizzes, prize draws and giveaways.
Sign up to social media sites like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, which more and more companies are using to push their products and services.
Visit our puzzles page for the latest free games and puzzles.
It may seem obvious, but pour over the T&Cs of every competition you enter with a fine toothed comb. There's no greater waste of time than firing off an ineligible entry, and you can cheer yourself up while wading through the small print in the knowledge that you can write off all the entries from rival compers who couldn't be bothered to do the same.
Comping is a highly social scene, and there are dozens of online forums and websites to keep you up to speed with the latest prizes and giveaways.
Get acquainted with the comping forum on MoneySavingExpert and keep up-to-date with The Prizefinder and Compers News. It may initially seem weird swapping tips with other potential winners, but there are more than enough prizes to go round.
Typing out your name, address, phone number and shoe size a dozen times a day is enough to give anyone RSI. Luckily, technology is your friend. Switch on the auto-fill facility in Windows Explorer and the tiresome bits of comping will be taken away.
You can also type all your commonly requested details out onto a document, which you can copy and paste from to speed up the entry process.
Watch out for premium phone rate competitions, which often leave you hanging on the telephone for 10 minutes or so before you get to hear any useful information.
It's worth noting that some popular TV shows let you enter their phone-in comps free if you visit their websites instead.
Ever been put off entering a prize crossword because you're asked to come up with a witty tie-breaker at the end? Don't be. Competitions that ask for that little bit more will always have far fewer entrants, giving you a greater chance of winning.
Have a look at Winspiration for a few ideas for snappy one-liners if you get stuck.
The best way to approach comping is to enjoy yourself and treat it as a bit of fun. If you're expecting a holiday in the Maldives and early retirement by week two, you're heading for disappointment. But put in a little time, effort and planning and you'll slowly begin to reap the rewards.
Like the Saga Facebook page for weekly competitions and follow Saga on Twitter for daily giveaways!
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Wednesday, April 26, 2017
Whittlers %#&%%#@
Do you ever get a weird reaction from someone when you tell them that you are a whittler. I some times get a weird reaction; but usually only if the person is older. "Older" is kind of relative, cause I'm nearly 78 and I mean older than me. I think the chances for the weird reaction comes from folks who know what a thesaurus is and have used one. Referring to the thesaurus and looking up the word "Whittler" the following words and phrases are listed to mean pretty much the same thing:
"Someone who whittles" usually as an idle past time."
....do nothing, idler, layabout, loafer, bum, a person who does no work, AND MY FAVORITE - "A lazy bum".
At least one a day a week I and some like minded friends carve/ whittle at the local senior center. Old people hang out at the senior center. I think you can figure out where this is going....For years folks would stop and greet us with the words, "Good Morning Whittlers". I always thought I detected an intonation in this greeting that suggested these folks had recently used the thesaurus.
Contrived by Tom H at 4/26/2017 07:02:00 AM
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