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During the month of March, a spell is cast on college basketball fans across the country. What's so special about this time of year in the college sports world? Well, you would have to be living under a rock to not know that March Madness is a super sports event where millions flock to cheer their favorite college teams on to a championship victory! As for the organizers of this huge undertaking, they must have the ability to juggle several balls at once.
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Obviously, March Madness has been a successful event and occasion, so it is clear that a group of pros are large and in-charge. Timing and coordination are key factors in bringing this event to fruition, up until the last second buzzer. They must deal with a series of tournaments that have to begin and end like clockwork. While legions of fans march in and out of these arenas, the coordinators must have a definite and clear understanding of what the fans of each performing team require. Not only does this require experience, but lots of preparation as well. These teams will play in the same venue for a few days, and event coordinators must assure the seating of fans together for each specific school. Seating signs will identify where school team fans should sit and must be changed after each game.
In order to make this event flow and run like a well-oiled machine, several methods must be utilized. Event coordinators should learn as much as they can about the performing teams and what their fans expect. They must be capable of scheduling the facility, specifically, luxury box suites and meeting rooms. There is arena management software that can make the job easier by handling staff scheduling, selling sponsorships, attracting suite holders and season patrons, managing event day services and much more. Over the course of these games, it is vital to have peak staffing available to handle different facets of the event day.
The planning and scheduling around the sporting venue is important, but just as important is the coordinator's ability to make contact with each school. Based upon the institutions' experience with their own fan base, they can provide crucial information concerning fans that travel to the games to render their support, ticket distribution and communicating with alumni. College staff members are especially knowledgeable about how to pull lots outside support and make it advantageous to the overall event.
By utilizing as many arena management tools as possible, coordinators of March Madness can create a calm flow of what looks like total insanity.


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Genesis 11:8 -- Come, let us co down and confuse their language so they will not understand each other.
How Then Shall We Dress?
Our physical image shows the world who we are, and what we represent. It is very important that we represent God in a good manner.
Is Swearing OK?
I hear them every day in school. Every student where I am swears. In fact, I have not yet met one who doesn't, but I have a conviction against swearing. I don't use the curse words that others use, and I avoid other more acceptable words that have bad meanings. Here's why you should too.
Having the Mindset of Jesus
The New Testament mentions the word God more times than it mentions the name Jesus. This illustrates Jesus' mindset. Jesus was always talking about God. When he ate a meal: God, when He was walking down the road: God. When He was dying on the cross: God, God, God.
My God Will Provide!
Jeremiah 29:11 -- For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
God's Magnificent Triumph Over the Flesh
1 Corinthians 15:57 -- But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Holy Ground
Exodus 3:5 -- "Do not come any closer," God said. "Take off your sandals, for the place where you stand is holy ground.
Lessons From a Waitress
A waitress walked by and asked a simple question: "Can I take this for you?"
Evolution vs. Creationism Pt. 2: Can Non-Christians Believe in Evolution?
Is there any logical, rational, or scientific reason for people to believe in evolution? I say no.
Don 't let God be a Three Wish God
As Christians we often say we believe in a God who has immense stake in our lives, and helps us everyday. The trouble is we don't always act that way.

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Too many cemeteries across Lee County and the country are being neglected and unkept.
Trae Zipperer wants to change that.
The local real estate agent has created a movement, Honor Your DNA, to help restore area burial grounds to preserve the memories of those laid to rest there.
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A gravestone from the 1940s lies in repose as a crew from Tim's Tree Service works on the trees at New Prospect Cemetery in North Fort Myers Thursday morning.
Zipperer was inspired to get to work after looking into his own family tree.
"I started researching my family tree about two-and-a-half years ago, and that led me to wonder where these ancestors were buried," he said. "I discovered what was happening in cemeteries - the plight of cemeteries - which is, we've forgotten about our ancestors, and there's no safety net for (them)."
Honor Your DNA is aimed at restoring cemeteries around Lee County back to welcome and respectable places where family members and loved ones can visit those they have lost.
Zipperer has seen first hand how cemeteries and burial grounds have been overrun with vegetation and lack of maintenance, and said that's no way to honor the ancestry of this country that connects us all more than we think.
"It's a sobering experience to find a cemetery that's turned back into a forest," Zipperer said. "I've been to them - literally a thick forest. I found the headstones, I found 40 years of leaves and twigs burying grave sites. I raked the leaves back, about a foot thick of leaves, to find out there's a beautiful grave site there, but it's just getting buried.
"Vandals get inside, they start kicking things around. What they're doing is destroying American history, where once you remove that headstone -- you move it to another spot - you never know where exactly (that person) is buried."
Headstone restoration is also part of Zipperer's quest, as they deteriorate and can become unreadable over time.
"Gravestones don't last forever, they all erode like everything else on planet Earth," he said. "Today we can read that headstone. If we don't take care of these things ,we won't be able to read them, and it's really sad when you go to cemeteries and you see stones that you can no longer read, and you think, 'Gosh, if somebody would've just taken care of that.'"
Zipperer said there are potentially millions of graves across the country that have been forgotten, along with the memories of those buried there.
"Unfortunately, we've lost millions of graves in America already," Zipperer said. "They get bulldozed, they get turned back into forests, they get plowed -- we're just trying to save what we've got. If we start now, 100 years from now, the next generations will have what we have today, which is a real blessing to be able to find your ancestor and be able to study their history and the context of the world that they lived in."
First on the list is New Prospect Cemetery in North Fort Myers, the forever home to just about 90 people, including veterans that date back to the Civil War.
The grounds have been maintained via monthly mowing, but trees and shrubs have begun to take over some areas of the land. Zipperer, along with labor donation from Tim's Tree Service, and a clean up project slated for Nov. 9, will have New Prospect looking in tip-top condition.
Zipperer will also be adding a new flag pole, along with a large metal entranceway, or signage, to the cemetery.
"He (Zipperer) contacted me and said that this was a passion of his - to help with old family cemeteries," said Naida Stebbins, New Prospect's sole caretaker, whose great-great-grandfather was John Powell, an early pioneer of what is now North Fort Myers and is buried at New Prospect. "I agreed to let him do whatever he could do down here, because we need all the help we can get."
Stebbins said this initiative by Zipperer is needed across the county for sites similar to New Prospect who may not be receiving all of the help -physically and financially - needed.
"There's cemeteries that are just totally abandoned, practically," she said. "You don't even know they're there anymore. And I don't want to see that happen here."
Zipperer hopes to expand Honor Your DNA nationwide after taking care of the 19 Lee County cemeteries he feels need a boost.
How does he plan to raise the money? Crowd funding and the hope that residents in Southwest Florida and beyond feel the same way he does about preserving history.
"If I can raise awareness to everyone in America that these cemeteries exist, and your ancestors are buried in these places, maybe people will reach in their pocket," Zipperer said. "It applies to everyone. When you discover your ancestors are everywhere, and you find the condition of their graves, I don't want my grandma resting in a grave like that.
"The cost is about one to five cents per grave, per person. It's so minuscule, but everyone has to participate. It takes a small amount to make these places respected."
Thus far, Honor Your DNA has raised just over $3,000, with all of the funding allocated to New Prospect. Zipperer hopes when people see what he can do for a site, people will continue to support his effort. His goal is to raise $316,000 for the cemeteries he has targeted in Lee.
"We're just trying to do the best we can with what we've been blessed with so far," he said. "I'm hoping that this is the primer for the pump that will encourage people to become aware and step up and help us take care of these cemeteries. We don't have enough money to do No. 2, so we're hoping the money will flow in that we can take care of the other 19 cemeteries in need in Lee County."
On Nov. 9, starting at 9 a.m. until noon, volunteers can come out to place flowers on every grave and clean up headstones and the surrounding area of the cemetery. Flags will also be placed on veteran headstones in prelude to Veterans Day the following Monday.
"My vision is, that when the sun comes up on the morning of the 11th for Veteran's Day, this place is going to look fabulous," Zipperer said. "We want to make this the example of what every cemetery should look like."
For more information and to donate, visit www.HonorYourDNA.com.
To contribute to his GoFundMe, visit www.gofundme.com/f/honor-your-dna-by-funding-cemeteries-lee-county.
One hundred percent of proceeds raised will go towards cemetery restoration, he said.
You can also donate on Facebook by searching Honor Your DNA.
New Prospect Cemetery is at 4991 Bayline Drive in North Fort Myers.
Connect with this reporter on Twitter: @haddad_cj


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As women over 60, we often talk a lot about how positive and optimistic we feel about life, how excited we are to experience this next stage of our journeys, and how much we still want to accomplish and contribute in the world… but do you ever just feel really, really tired? Read More
Why is it that we all know exercise is essential to a long and healthy life, yet only 32% of us over 60 regularly exercise? Nobel laureate, Daniel Kahneman, explains that we're wired to take the easiest way to any goal, and as we age, we tend to further let ourselves off the hook. We're going to have to trick ourselves into Read More
Massage therapy is so much more than a way to relax. It restores physical vitality and mobility, encourages relaxation and an optimistic outlook, and offers a sense of being compassionately cared for.
As we age our bodies require more tender loving care than ever before, so we need to honor that by appreciating the benefits of massage and the importance of touch after 60. Regular massage can also offer medical benefits beyond relaxation that we may not have considered. Here are just a few of the health benefits of massage for women over 60. Read More
You deeply inhale the sweet smell of newly cut grass and feel rejuvenated. The scent of a fragrant perfume catches you by surprise and you long for your friend you haven't seen in ages. Freshly baked bread awakens feelings of comfort, or a just-peeled orange brings back childhood memories with your sister.
We've all experienced the effects of smell on our emotions or memories, but did you know you could use that connection to your benefit? Aromatherapy is more than just a pretty smell; it's a healing modality that has been used for centuries. So, what is aromatherapy? Here are a few things to consider. Read More
Women over 60 have been through a lot in life – we've had careers, married, divorced, raised children, welcomed grandchildren, cared for pets, houses and husbands… and now we're ready for someone to attend to OUR needs. We deserve some pampering.
Whether it's a morning yoga class, a day at the spa, an evening glass of wine, or a therapeutic massage, there are many wonderful ways to achieve relaxation and centeredness – but most of them cost money. Read More
Would you like to live to be 100? Perhaps the more important question is would you like to be healthy and strong and stay physically active and mentally engaged for as long as you live? Women over 60 should be excited that
In today's "always on" society, it's difficult to go 10 seconds without being interrupted by buzzing devices, flashing computer screens, and up-to-the-second breaking news alerts. Is it any wonder that we're all so stressed? Read More
I saw a poster once that said "don't fear getting older, fear getting boring". One of our biggest fears as we age is that we will lose our ability to think in new and creative ways and lose our mental sharpness. The good news is that, contrary to popular belief, it is not a given that your brain degenerates as you age. Read More
Looking for the best dietary supplements for women over 60 can be overwhelming and expensive. There are so many claims and choices, that it's difficult to know what to do.
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Happy New Year all y'all!Posted: December 31, 2011 Filed under: photography, vintage | Tags: 2012, David Bowie, Happy New Year, Keith Richards, photography, Tina Turner, vintage Leave a comment
2012, come at me. Party hard and take care of each other.
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Skateboarding is a crimePosted: December 28, 2011 Filed under: culture, film | Tags: skateboarding, Vic's Market Leave a comment
For the love of Miami Vice #20Posted: December 10, 2011 Filed under: For the love of Miami Vice | Tags: Miami Vice, music, Rob Cohen, Ted Nugent, television Leave a comment
Guest starring and music by Ted Nugent. Season 2, episode 12 'Definitely Miami'. Directed by Rob Cohen.
Adelaide's Forgotten OutlawsPosted: December 10, 2011 Filed under: art, culture, photography, vintage | Tags: Adelaide's Forgotten Outlaws, Frazer Dempsey, Peter Drew, Ronnie Chin, street art Leave a comment
Street art by Peter Drew:
Having made illegal street art for years without being caught I'd started to forget that it was a crime. So when I was arrested earlier this year I began to think more seriously about its criminality. This interest grew into a 'side project' which quickly blew out into the largest street art campaign I've yet undertaken.
I started by searching through the police documents at the South Australian State Records. The photography of the early 1920s stood out immediately for its technical qualities so I narrowed my search to the record GRG5/58/unit103.
I began selecting criminal's mug shots based mostly on the immediate impact of the image. Whether through their defiant pride, amused irreverence or shamed humiliation some faces drew me in and those where the ones I chose. I was also attracted by the more innocuous offences, especially those that have since been decriminalised. Judging by their expression, the dubious offence of 'idle and disorderly' seemed as laughable then as it does now. Likewise, the supposed 'offence' of 'attempted suicide' or 'sodomy' seemed to confuse the convicted as much as their criminal classification offends us today.
By evoking the power of nostalgia and the notion of historic value I knew I could use these images to confront the idea of the criminal as an outsider, especially in the context of street art as a criminal act.
I began pasting up the posters at night before I realised it would be much safer during the day dressed as a legitimate worker. This approach also seemed more fitting to the theme of questioning the criminality of street art. So when I donned the high vis vest and went about my business I didn't feel like a criminal, I felt as thought I was performing a public good.
Each paste up stood 2.5 meters tall and included the criminal's full name, conviction, sentence and date. Overall I pasted up 42 individual mug shots (21 sets of 2) to the cost of AU$1170 in printing alone. The project was entirely self funded.
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Cover of LovePosted: December 10, 2011 Filed under: music | Tags: Coconut, cover, For Love of Harry: Everybody Sings Nilsson, Fred Schneider, Harry Nilsson, music Leave a comment
Apropos of the previous post of the day, here's Fred Schneider.
Who Is Harry Nilsson (And Why Is Everybody Talkin' About Him?)Posted: December 10, 2011 Filed under: film, music | Tags: documentary, film, Harry Nilsson, music, One, Who Is Harry Nilsson (And Why Is Everybody Talkin' About Him?) Leave a comment
Recommended documentary about Harry Nilsson.
part 3, part 4, part 5, part 6, part 7, part 8
One of my favourite songs ever.
RIP Jerry RobinsonPosted: December 8, 2011 Filed under: art, comic, culture, design, film | Tags: comics, Jerry Robinson, Los Angeles Times, The Joker Leave a comment
Touch of EvilPosted: December 8, 2011 Filed under: art, film | Tags: Alex Prager, film, Gary Oldman, The New York Times, Touch of Evil Leave a comment
From The New York Times:
A video gallery of cinematic villainy, inspired by nefarious icons and featuring the best performers from the year in film.
Directed by Alex Prager.
I'm never sleeping again.
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NEW YORK, April 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ – Piriform Inc., the leading provider of computer optimization software and the developers of the award-winning CCleaner software, announces that its widely popular CCleaner product is now available in a Mac-based version. Accessible as a free download at Piriform.com and the Mac App store, the new CCleaner Mac edition has already garnered more than 500,000 downloads.
"We're thrilled with the success of CCleaner and are proud to offer its efficiencies to users in the Apple ecosystem," said Guy Saner, Piriform's CEO. "The Mac community has been clamoring for tools and functions that will keep their operating systems running at peak performance. CCleaner offers a free, simple and effective way to achieve that. We foresee success among Mac's loyal universe of consumers that parallels what we've seen for the rest of our product line."
CCleaner removes unnecessary files, including unused and temporary files. It also clears the user's Internet and download history, eliminating digital "traces" left on the user's hard drive that can compromise privacy. The results are a faster, cleaner and more secure computer, with maximized hard disk space.
Piriform also offers a suite of CCleaner tools for business, including the more advanced CCleaner Network Professional, available through resellers and distributors. CCleaner's entrance into the Mac environment is yet another expansion on the part of Piriform, extending its reach across the computing community's two most prevalent operating platforms.
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I can almost here frat boys chanting "Frank the tank! Frank the tank" as I watch HAL (Haliburton) trade today. Clearly, my morning thoughts were a bit out of synch with the market.
The oddest thing here is that while the dollar has been willing to give up its gains from Tuesday, stocks have been well bid. Not sure I get it with the overhead resistance, sharp nature of the move, and of course looming election. Why buy vols but hold your stocks? Mine is not to question why I suppose.
I am still looking for a dollar rally and some metal weakness post election. Should stocks be down substantially on Monday I will make some selective purchases.


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Oh dear, I have been very lax in showing you the latest ATC swaps. My only excuse is that I've been busy and tend to receive them through the post, comment out loud how nice they are and then put them away in their respective folders, or stick them on the wall, and forget to photograph and show them to you all.
The card at the top there is a vintage fabric postcard from Sam. The background is needle punched felt with ribbons and threads in it so it feels fantastic! Whimsical is the word that comes to mind when looking at this piece.
Then below we have some returns from the lace swap.
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(By Debbie) (By Liz)
And finally, my beach fabric postcard! I have already had mine from Wendy, and was due to send one to Debbie last month. I took it home to finish off and completely forgot all about it until I unpacked it again yesterday! So I spent last evening frantically sewing and snipping and envelope-ing and Lucy kindly posted it for me this morning. Hopefully it will be worth the wait!


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Find Cheap Fort Klamath, OR Auto Insurance Online
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The AC Transit Board of Directors approves a cost saving redesign of Lines 96 & 19 to serve Alameda Point
The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District's (AC Transit), Board of Directors unanimously approved a redesign of Lines 96 and 19, during the October 10 public meeting, that will better serve residents and businesses along Marina Village Parkway and Alameda Point.
Over the past year, AC Transit has worked closely with the City of Alameda on a developing dilemma: how to meet increasing transportation needs, spurred by new construction and ongoing redevelopment in Alameda Point, while continuing to provide a high level of service to the dense development along Marina Village Parkway. After months of collaboration, the District and city mutually devised an impressive transit plan: a redesign of service without the need to increase the number of buses, operators or additional maintenance costs.
"The Board of Directors are confident that our 'yes' vote to this redesign is a collective win for the City of Alameda, AC Transit, Alameda Point and those living and doing business along Marina Village Parkway," says Elsa Ortiz, AC Transit Board President. "Service will be enhanced with this collaborative plan and what's more, expanding service into Alameda Point is essential for the near future."
Alameda Point will soon be home to new housing, dining and entertainment opportunities; so with feedback from community members and some local businesses, the Board of Directors agreed that by redesigning Line 96, a long and indirect segment of turns onto Marina Village Parkway will be eliminated from the route. In its place, the redesigned Line 96 will travel a streamlined route along Webster Street, extending its route beyond Alameda's City Hall West, and now ends at Alameda Point's Monarch Street.
The Board of Directors also unanimously approved a redesign of Line 19 to ensure Marina Village Parkway continues to thrive as a central business corridor for residents and the shop owners who depend on their patronage. Line 19 will now travel from Atlantic Avenue onto Marina Village Parkway loop between the Webster and Posey Tubes and Constitution Way. By eliminating Line 96's Parkway loop, bus frequency actually increases on the newly redesigned Line 19, from every 30 minutes to every 20 minutes during peak hours. Riders will now experience a time saving of 10 minutes.
Additional information is available at actransit.org.


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Amanda Lupo
Job Title: Broker Associate
What It Should Be: Consummate Team Player
Also Known As: The One Who Was a Client before She Was an Employee
Yep, that's the truth: When Amanda and her family relocated to the Denver area in 2015, they were themselves beneficiaries of Destination Denver Realty's relocation services. Having only a few days to find their new Home Sweet Home as part of a corporate relocation, Amanda and her husband spent several days touring the area, looking at homes that matched their criteria—to be near the mountains and have a neighborhood pool, if you're curious—and picking the brain of President/Employing Broker Laura Demaree all the while.
Now several years later, Amanda still loves their amenity-rich neighborhood in Arvada and hopes never to leave Colorado, where the mountain views and great weather have sold her on staying here permanently!
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Make A Change In Your Life With These Home Improvement Tips - 30 Nov 2017 23:40
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If your home needs some improvements, you can be left stressed. It can be twice as stressful if you lack the ability to obtain a contractor. Many repairs are time-sensitive, and you might not have the time to do home repairs. Or so you think—but you are probably wrong about that. Not much time is required to take care of the various home repairs that are needed by your home. This article provides great home improvement tips to ensure you get the best value for your money when repairing your home.

Rely on your creativity and unique personality to design original projects. Add your own tastes to any improvement project.

You shouldn't trash bedroom doors simply because of some dirt. Instead, take your door off of the frame, and then sand it until you can see the bare wood. Pick up oil-based paint and apply with a roller. If you want a different look, try changing the knobs out for something a bit fancier.

Having some fun is the best part of home improvements. While you do need to take the work seriously, it should still be fun. When you feel bogged down by the project, mistakes can happen. Try getting a professional if this happens to you.

Consider adding extra insulation during your next project. Put in weather stripping around your windows and doors. Your energy bill will be more affordable as you weatherize your home. This lets you keep to any household budget.

Things like the downspouts, gutters and chimneys are often forgotten around the home. It is essential to make repairs if necessary. Keeping your chimney free of debris is important to prevent fires from substances that might become trapped inside the chimney. Similarly, keeping your gutters free from debris will prevent water damage to your roof caused by the accumulation of water in rain gutters.

Always make sure that a company you hire is a legitimate one. If a company doesn't give you a physical address and only conducts business over the phone, that means they're probably small time and aren't very reputable. It's best to stick with companies with a sterling reputation.

You will get what you paid for when you buy a good door. Your guests will be impressed by it because they enter and exit through it. If the door is not insulated properly or does not fit correctly, there will be a great loss of heat. You also want to make sure the door functions properly for security reasons.

If you don't care to do a lot of landscaping yourself and you'd prefer not to spend money on professional maintenance, one alternative is to put together a yard that requires minimal maintenance. You can put some rock beds in or some plants that do not need a lot of water. This helps save you time and costs on water.

Hire an electrician to install an outlet above the location of your microwave. You can now hide the cord to your microwave. This simple forethought will prevent that cord from dangling where you don't want it to.

If you're not able to take proper care of the lawn, or you don't wish to pay others to maintain it for you, think about installing a yard that's low maintenance. Rock beds are a great option for low maintenance. You can add hearty plants to them and they hardly need to be watered. These choices will reduce your time and cost in maintaining it.

When improving your home, you can personalize but you don't want to differ too much from neighboring properties. You do not want to be the only person on the block that has a tower attached to the top of their property! The home will be difficult to sell if it looks too odd.

As you have seen, there are numerous projects that are possible for even the novice home improver. You should now feel much more comfortable with taking on your own home improvement projects. There is nothing quite like working on your own house by yourself!

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Helpful Home Improvement Tips Everyone Can Use! - 26 Nov 2017 10:02
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Most homeowners want to make some sort of improvement to their home. The following article is packed with advice that will help in getting you started. You are going to feel great as you start checking off those "to do list" items. Keep reading to figure out how.

Before you hire anyone to do home improvement work on your house, carefully check their references. It's just like hiring for a company. Call the references and inquire about the contractor and his work.

It is very crucial to replace the air filters. Not only do you create a better environment to breathe in, but it can also make your air conditioner run better. Most of the time, a unit stops functioning properly because the filter is dirty.

Maybe you don't really have to replace your bedroom doors; they may simply need refinishing. Remove the door from its frame, then sand it down until you expose bare wood. You can then use oil based and a paint roller. Change out your doorknobs to something fancier.

You only need PVC cement and PVC primer to attach two PVC pipes. Make sure that the products you use fit your pipes. Also you don't want the surface of your pipes to be wet.

An easy way to protect walls and floors from marks, and to protect your young children while you're at it, is to pad furniture with sharp edges. Either a corner protector or foam tape from your local hardware store will help curb the effects of any sharp edges. One of the things that you need to do when taking on a home improvement project is to fasten down loose wiring when working, to make sure your children are safe from a potential strangling hazard.

Be certain to both ask for and check out references for anyone you are considering contracting home improvement work too. Just imagine you're hiring someone to work for your company. You want to investigate background, and also ensure that others have been happy with the work they do.

If you have been itching to buy a new home because your current home needs help, consider giving your home a face lift with simple home improvement projects first. This allows you to personalize your home so that you are fully satisfied with your living space. A renovation is also usually less costly and stressful than buying a new home.

A chain-link or wooden fence may be a good idea if you've purchased a home near a woody area or undeveloped location. This will prevent curious animals such as coyotes, rabbits and skunks away - specifically if you want to have a garden.

Repainting the walls can give an older looking home a younger feel. Fresh paint can completely transform a room. Even though painting is relatively inexpensive, it adds significant value to the home. Consider using lighter colors to enhance the decor.

Consider installing ceiling fans. Ceiling fans are easy to install and quite inexpensive. Ceiling fans can save you money by circulating the air in your home and making air conditioning less necessary.

Play up your home's best features. Don't block any spectacular views or hide any elegant fixtures. No matter what your home's best selling points are, enhance them. The buyer will love your home if you work hard at it.

Building dormers into your roof can help make your attic space more useful. This adds charm to your house, along with potentially doubling your square footage. Your property value will rise, and you will end up with more usable space without having to spend a lot.

Now that you know what home improvement is, you will know how to go about it. Enjoy the time you spend working on different projects. When you have improved an area of your home, you will be proud and excited to return home from work to see it.

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Is The IPhone Really Worth It? - 25 Nov 2017 21:08
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There are a lot of ways your life can become easier if you have one of the many available apps that exist for the iPhone, but first you must have the knowledge of how to use them correctly. You can make your iPhone work for you instead of causing you grief just by reading through this article.

Once you know how the volume button can be used to take a photo, try using the headphone cord to snap a picture. Steady your hands then press the button on the cord. When you do this, you won't shake your device, which means your picture will come out clear.

A terrific method of making the most of an iPhone is to use all of its media tools. You can use your iPhone download TV series episodes, movies, funny clips or anything else you desire.

One of the iPhone features most users utilize is that of taking pictures. But the camera roll, where the photos are kept, can be a much more confusing endeavor. Organize your photos by utilizing the iPhone's album feature, and you will always know where to find your photos quickly and easily. This can speed up your ability to locate photos in your phone.

After you know how to take pictures using the volume buttons, try using the headphone cord. With the headphones plugged in and your camera app on, simply click the button located on the headphone cord. Using this technique will help ensure your photos are crisp and clear.

Did you know that any website you visit can be made into an app? You just need to visit the site itself. Once you are on the website, just hit the "Go" button. Doing this will allow you to add the site onto the home screen. On your home screen, you can then rename the page to whatever you'd like it to be.

Update your iPhone firmware constantly. Each update increases the functionality of the iPhone, and improves battery life. The easiest way to do this is to connect your iPhone to a computer that has iTunes downloaded on it. You can also connect your iPhone with iCloud to your computer.

AutoText shortcuts are an ideal way to quickly add frequently used words and phrases into your texts. You will find this to be useful when you are repeatedly typing email addresses or regularly used phrases such as 'on my way'. This feature can be located in the iPhone's keyboard settings area.

The Safari browser on your iPhone is capable of almost everything your standard, full-size computer browser is capable of—including saving images you find online. If you find a picture you would like to save, simply press and hold it. You can save the picture to your camera's images. It is even possible to drop it into an outgoing message.

Picture taking is a common function that many iPhone owners use often. However, it is easy to lose track of your photos after a long day of taking photographs. If you want to organize your photos so you can find them easily, use your iPhone's album function that is built-in. This is a great feature for when you are looking for a certain photo in a hurry.

You can take a screenshot with your iPhone. When you are looking at what you want the screenshot of, press Sleep and Home together. The screen will briefly flash white, indicating that the screenshot was successful.

Every so often you will be using the iPhone when all of a sudden you get interrupted with notification. Many times, you want to complete what you started before checking on the notice. But there is a simple way to lose that notification. You just wipe away the pop up screen.

Now that you've read this article, you should have a lot more knowledge about your phone. Now, you can set this knowledge into motion. Use the techniques you learned and you will love how your iPhone works for you even more.

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Renovations And Remodeling: How To Complete A Successful Home Improvement Project - 22 Nov 2017 17:16
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If you're the kind of person who likes to do everything yourself, you're probably interested in home improvement. And, you're probably interested in learning new things to help you get better at all kinds of home improvement tasks. The following paragraphs are full of great ideas for do-it-yourselfers.

Small rooms can seem cramped and gloomy, but they do not have to stay this way. Try letting in some light. Clean your windows and make them sparkle. Open the blinds as well. It is amazing how much the room will look bigger if you use natural light. Stick to lighter colors on the walls, and diminish clutter in the room. Your small room won't seem cramped anymore.

Take care of the bubble that has been haunting you in your vinyl! Simply cut a small slit in the bubble to release the air pocket. Then flatten the area where the bubble was. You need to inject it with some new glue though to keep the section held down to the ground. Get the glue that comes inside a syringe to help you complete this job.

Don't dispose of bedroom doors simply due to a dirty appearance. Simply take the door down, and sand it until you can see the bare wood. You can then use oil based and a paint roller. In order to create a fresher look, consider changing your doorknobs.

Shut off your house's water supply when your home improvement work takes you into the kitchen or the bathroom. This is true of any project that will impact your pipes or your water supply; always find the shutoff valve. This tip will help stop flooding.

If you add another bathroom in the home, you will significantly increase the value of your house. It is helpful to have a second bathroom, particularly if they are located on different floors of the home. There will always be times when more than one person has to use your bathroom, and additional bathrooms will make things better for everyone.

Tie or cut the extra cord hanging from your blinds. Pets, and even children, can get caught in the cords, and it can strangle them. Make sure that you leave enough cord to allow you to move blinds the way that they are meant to move. Snip it off or tie it up before it causes an accident.

Many times contractors lower construction costs by using solid wood cabinets with no hardware. Hardware stores in your area are sure to carry a variety of pulls and knobs, so you won't have any problem finishing off the look. If you want something that you can install in only a few minutes, you can select modern knobs, designer-made accents, and pulls with a vintage look.

If you think that you need to spruce up the look of the outside of the house, think about putting in a pergola. This garden fixture is becoming more and more common because of the rich appearance and the ability of the pergola to lend romance to shaded areas. You and a few friends can install a pergola in one weekend.

Window modifications can make a ceiling seem higher than it already is and add some spice. To make the ceilings seem higher, simply position the curtain rod, drapes and valances, higher up on the wall above windows.

One thing you must do when tackling home improvement projects is allocating a specific budget. A person who is prepared to spend money on their home on a regular basis, is the one who will have the nicer house overall. Place this money into a savings account specifically used for home repairs, and use it in the future.

Hopefully, you will find use for the information you have learned here. The fact that you have read this article shows that you are considering making some improvements around your home. This can be accomplished without expert help, and you are likely to see the end result that you want.

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Easy Solutions From One Handyman To Another - 20 Nov 2017 17:24
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For some homeowners, home improvement is a non-starter. It's not uncommon for them to assume that improvements are too much trouble. Completing a home improvement project does not have to be a difficult task. The homeowner that plans home improvements carefully and educates him or herself ahead of time, can execute great projects, with a minimum of fuss.

Watch for offers from flooring stores and home improvement stores that will save you money on installation fees. In order to increase sales of carpeting, they often include very low cost installation packages for their customers. When you encounter a sale such as this, take advantage of it since full-priced installation often costs more than the carpet itself.

Decide which room in your home will be the focus of your first renovation project. When you take on a single room it will take less time and money to see the results you want. You should plan ahead and look for price deals on required project items. Planning ahead is a smart way for you to save money when you are improving your home.

Demand a formal contract that is signed by both you and your contractor before any work is started. Have your lawyer review it if necessary. Look over things like the amount, completion dates, and anything else that you want to have confirmed.

Before painting a room, cover each electrical outlet with foil. It is much easier to use foil, rather than tape, and it protects your covers from the mess. And it makes cleaning up a breeze. Just make sure the paint is completely dry before you take the foil off for recycling.

While painting, you should always remember to protect your floors. Doing so will prevent wet paint from staining your floors or carpets. A few layers of old newspaper is an affordable means of protecting surfaces underfoot. If you don't have enough newspaper lying around, sheet plastic is really affordable, and paint cloths can be reused again and again.

Take your time when doing demolition during a home renovation. You need to ensure that your structures are not a support to your home before you rip them out. If there are electrical components involved, you may have to spend a lot of money to fix the mess that you made.

One way you can improve your home is by installing solar panels. There is a substantial up-front cost, but compare that to free electricity each month versus rising costs. This should help you save a lot on your energy bills. This is a great and natural way to give your house the power it needs.

To make a room feel airy, wide-open, and tranquil, stick with light, low-saturation shades of pastel colors such as blue, green, or lavender. Try to stick to cotton and linen fabrics rather than heavier materials. Complete the atmosphere with potpourri and a scented candle in a prominent place in the room.

Prior to starting an interior painting project, be sure and run a damp cloth on all walls and baseboards to get rid of dirt, grime and dust. This permits the paint to stick to the surface of the wall better and may even result in fewer coats being necessary, as well as less touching up.

A front porch is a worthwhile place to invest your home improvement efforts. The porch will will be the first visible area anytime your neighbors or friends pay a visit. Make a point to put away any clutter and to install some beautiful new features, such as a light fixture or nice door. These simple improvements raise the overall value of your home.

Rather than considering a home improvement project to be about spending money, consider it to be about saving you money. Getting newer appliances means saving on electricity. You can save on heating bills by better insulating your home. You can improve more than the appearance of your home with home improvement projects, you can improve the appearance of your bank statements, also.

As mentioned earlier, there are lots of improvement projects that anyone can undertake. Making repairs in your home can be rewarding and also intimidating. This article has hopefully given you some tricks on doing remodeling yourself.

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Your Tips About Auto Repair Is Right In The Following Article - 19 Nov 2017 22:18
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Like just about everyone, you have probably had to deal with a car repair problem before; you know it can be annoying. With all of the dishonest auto shops, it can be hard to find a good one. Thankfully, this piece will guide you in getting the service you deserve.

Before allowing them to repair your vehicle, verify that the mechanic has A.S.E. certification. If a mechanic has this certification, then they have taken a test and have a minimum of 2 years experience. This means you have the best mechanic performing maintenance on your automobile.

Regular washing of your car will help prevent it from rusting. Cars eventually rust, but you can put off the process by washing off chemicals or salt quickly. Utilize quality waxes to keep the paint looking new.

Read as much of your auto manual as you can, marking anything that is important. You need to know the basics about your car prior to visiting with a mechanic. The issue may be very simple to fix, saving you time and money.

Ask for referrals to find a great mechanic. Speak with others you know to see if they can recommend someone to you. This lets you ask them about their experiences with that mechanic, how much it cost, and if they were satisfied. Their experiences can be a huge help.

Get to know your owner's manual, or take the time to note important information. When you have to get repairs done on your car, you are going to need to be knowledgeable about your car's information. The manual could also help you figure out a simple solution to a problem that you are having.

When you have a burnt out light on your car, it can save you some money if you're able to repair it yourself. Some vehicles have a simpler system than others, but you can save a lot by doing it yourself regardless of how complex your system is. See if someone you know can tell you how it's done.

Speak with people you know to see how they deal with repairing their vehicles. Personal recommendations are usually honest and forthright. You'll still need to do some investigating. You should at least look for the company on the Internet so you can figure out how other people have felt about their services.

There are a lot of body shops that will put older tires on your car. It is a scam that is used to make more money off of uneducated people. Mark your tires with some chalks before taking your car to an auto shop. Look for the chalk when you pick up your car.

Major repairs should always be accompanied by more than just one estimate. Most shops are reliable but some mechanics will find additional repairs to charge you more. Seek out good shops that that are reputable and familiar with your type of vehicle. These shops are the best ones to use.

Check your tire pressure every time you fill up your gas tank. Take a look at each tire and be sure they are free of any debris. If you notice any problems with your tires, have them checked by a professional. You should not risk driving with less-than-perfect tires.

Get rid of any unnecessary key-chains that are attached to your car keys. Your car ignition shouldn't have to hold so much weight. If your keys stick, take off some of the charms!

Even if your car only seems to have a small issue going on, you should definitely have it looked at. An issue that might seem minor could end up turning into a nightmare down the road.

Be sure to use the above tips the next time you find yourself facing automobile repair. Don't get overwhelmed or allow yourself to go broke because of a lack of knowledge. Stay confident and your car will stay running for many years.

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Tired Of Your Decor? Interior Design Tips That Can Help - 17 Nov 2017 18:43
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You, like many others, may be considering interior design to enhance or change the appearance of your environment. It's safe to assume that you're not alone. This guide will help you understand the different types of aspects when it comes to design. The advice you are about to read has been proven effective.

Aim to create a unique mood for each and every room in your home. The overall design of the room should revolve around a specific mood you hope to create while using the room. As an example, for a cool and tranquil mood, pick colors that are in the soft blue family.

Shop from mass merchants if you want to reduce your expenses while decorating. There are stylish options available at every price point in the home decor market. If you find something you simply adore that you cannot buy anywhere else, it may be time to splurge, however.

Keep your interior decorating costs down by searching for discount versions of designer items. It is not always necessary to pay designer prices for the high end designer look. Go with the designer brands only if you cannot find comparable quality offered at a lower price point.

When replacing kitchen countertops, it is not always necessary to go for what's commonly popular. If you want a traditional look, you can go with granite but for fun looks, you can use concrete, wood, and cork counter tops. Some other options are cheaper, and will make your kitchen unique from others.

Wallpaper only half your wall. Redecorating your walls can cost a lot of money. Instead, consider wallpapering only half of the wall. Put a bold border around the wallpaper and then paint the other half of the wall with pain that compliments it. This can make your home look stylish without breaking the bank.

If you're going to pain a space, don't rush! When you rush you might end up hating what you choose. Get several paint samples, and apply them to the wall you wish to paint. Then, wait a couple of days. Take now of how they look under different lighting conditions. You may find that you don't love a color quite as much as you did at first.

Do not jump right into putting paint on the walls. If you do, you may wind up with a color that you grow to hate. Give yourself some time to get used to the paints you are considering before choosing. Consider buying several samples, applying them to your wall and then making your decision. This way, you'll know if a color you thought you loved turned into a bad choice due to mid-day light.

Does a space in your home need some brightness? Place a mirror opposite a window. A nice sized mirror should reflect the light let in by the window throughout the entire room. This will make your dull, dark room brighter.

You probably have at least one small room that you would like to be bigger. Apply a light colored coat of paint to make your smaller spaces seem larger. Dark colors absorb available light and can close a space off.

Does a space in your home need some brightness? Place a mirror opposite a window. The mirror will reflect light and create an effect like two windows. The end result is a brighter, more open room.

If you have many things in the room already, avoid using too much stuff on your walls. There are people who become attached to things more than others. If you do not want to puts your decorations into storage, do not put much on your walls. Too many decorations can be distracting.

Give some thought to traffic patterns in the living room as you place furniture in it. You have to have plenty of room for furniture so you will create a nice place for people to mill around. Avoid traffic jams by allowing enough space for people to pass.

The article above surely gave you some great tips on ways to improve the interior design of your home. Armed with the concepts in this piece, you are now prepared to launch your own interior design journey.

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Get A Great Deal On Your Music Downloads With These Tips And Tricks - 17 Nov 2017 16:52
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Music is something most everyone loves; it's a big part of life. If you are a music lover, you've found the right article. There are many tips that you will learn to help you going forward.

When downloading music online, use caution with the websites that you want to use. Well-known sites offer the best security, while lesser-known ones may be selling your information. It is always best to keep your information safe when you are using an unfamiliar site.

Look for reviews of download websites prior to your first download with them. This will give you an idea of its quality. If are unable find any recent reviews, try a different website to be on the safe side.

Before you download, install virus protection. This protects you from any malicious files that could damage your computer. Be cautious about downloading. If you use a P2P client, this is of the utmost importance. Before opening a file, scan it. You don't want to end up with a virus!

Check out the specials on Amazon. Generally, you can find these for individual songs as well as whole albums, saving you big bucks in the long run. The deals are constantly changing, so check in often.

Always have a backup of the music library you have. Creating a large music library can save lots of money and time. Losing the fruits of your labor would be very aggravating. Do not depend on any download program that claims to allow you to download everything in this type of situation. Use an external HD to back up your files, or do it on the cloud.

If you like to download tons of music, then a subscription service might not be a bad idea. Sites like Rdio and Spotify have millions of tracks you can access for low monthly fees. It is even possible to download songs to play offline similar to when you purchase a download. This can be an inexpensive way of obtaining a variety of tunes.

If you download music frequently, you may benefit from signing up for a subscription based service. Sites like Rdio and Spotify have millions of tracks you can access for low monthly fees. Users can also download songs, too. It may be a cheaper way of expanding your music library.

If you generally like an artist's songs, don't be afraid to get his or her album. Full albums cost less than purchasing songs individually, regardless of the seller. You also receive more music that way. You can find a song you fall in love with.

When you are looking for a site to download music from, choose a site that lets you sample the track. You can then be sure you are satisfied with the music prior to the download. A lot of good sites will only host good quality music, but you should watch out for smaller sites. By previewing a track, you can avoid buying something whose quality is low.

Your downloads will go more quickly if it is the only thing using your Internet at the time. If you want to get the best possible connection, reboot your computer and shut down anything else on the network.

Are you wondering if you should stream music or download it? The truth of the matter is that having many songs means needing a huge storage capacity for them. Streaming music means that you'll need an Internet connection that allows you to stream without going over your allotted bandwidth each month. Decisions, decisions? How do you decide?

Download at a time when not many are online. As a matter of fact, you should disconnect all devices that aren't in use!

Simple tips can give you a new outlook on music downloads. As far as downloading music goes, the above article is helpful. Read other articles to make sure that your education on this subject is sound.

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Easy Tips On How To Go About Interior Design At Home - 16 Nov 2017 03:17
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Technology has made it easier for people to fix up their homes for cheap. Things such as designing your home is easier to do even on your own. Do you need some helpful advice? You have come to the right place. Read on for ideas that you can apply to your own home remodeling project.

It's important to keep what a room is used for in mind when coming up with a new design. For instance, when decorating your child's room, you should consider bright and vivid colors because they'll match his or her personality. Those same colors wouldn't be appropriate for an office, however.

If you are looking to save costs when designing, mass merchants may have equivalents to the items you desire. Purchasing decor from a high-end designer can cost lots of money. However, you can typically find similar items without having the brand name of the designer for much cheaper. Go with the designer brands only if you cannot find comparable quality offered at a lower price point.

When placing your art on the wall, make sure that it stays at eye level. If you hang the art pieces wrong, it may leave the room looking smaller and unorganized.

Use some creativity when you are working with framed pictures. Your photos are a symbol of you, and the frames that they are in should be to. You do not need to have them hang in only straight lines. Hang them at different angles and patterns that you plan. Finding new and interesting things to do with just the empty space of a wall can really change the feel of a room.

At times, renovating your kitchen involves simply changing out some cabinets. Try to use glass doors as opposed to traditional wood in order to make your kitchen look brighter. Along with staples, place some artistic objects where they are visible through the glass cabinet doors.

Consider the design effect of using wallpaper on one portion of a room only. It can be very expensive to redo the walls. Try wallpapering only half of the wall to save some cash. Try wallpapering only the bottom half of a wall, and then use a wood or wallpaper border where the wallpaper ends to make it look finished. This will make your walls look great and save you some money.

It is not necessary to face all the furniture pieces towards the television. It is always nice to have a conversation area or an additional spot to sit in away from the noise of the television. This will be a nice place to relax and converse with a friend over a cup of tea.

You are going to have to purchase some paint when redesigning your home. Therefore, since you will have to purchase it, you should make sure you buy the highest quality of paint possible to ensure your home looks as good as possible. Cheap paint wears away and damages walls. So avoid this costly mistake and purchase a brand of paint that will last a long time.

Incorporating trendy designs into your plans can be great. Doing so makes a room have a more modern feel to it. It is smart to limit these trendy accents to small items. For instance, if your pillows have leopard print on them, you can get rid of them easily when you want something else. If you go with a trendy design for a couch or TV cabinet, it will be harder to replace those items just a couple of years from now when they are out of style.

Lighting is crucial in any home. This is how the mood is created in the space. Brighter lights give off a better impression to people. At the same time, these lights are not always suitable for areas in which a subdued atmosphere is more appropriate, such as a study or home office. Master bedrooms and living areas are typically outfitted with more subdued, subtle lighting; a dimmer switch is ideal for these areas.

If your rooms are full, keep walls simple. There are people who become attached to things more than others. If you have a lot of sentimental items or collectibles, and don't want to put them in storage, leave your walls plain. Having anything else up can make the rooms look cluttered.

You do not need any design specialists to help you redesign the interior of your home. You just need to go with your instinct if you want to create a welcoming space for the entire family. These tips can help you begin designing properly.

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Joseph Schooling's Olympic triumph seems to have touched everyone in Singapore, and I truly hope our country can ride this wave and support the benefits of outdoor physical education ("Historic moment for Schooling, historic moment for Singapore"; Sunday).
Our education system has recently enriched the physical education (PE) curriculum with a stronger emphasis on outdoor education ("OBS camp for all Sec 3 students from 2020; April 9).
Students here spend most of their time studying academic subjects, both during and after school.
Parents are far more interested in sending their children for tuition and enrichment classes than in encouraging them to spend time outdoors.
Similarly, educators place more emphasis on academic than non-academic learning.
Most adults believe that better academic results can be achieved with more time and effort.
Likewise, more can also be accomplished if we invest more time and effort in our physical and outdoor learning. Research has shown, for example, that prolonged hiking in natural surroundings helps to nurture creativity. Regular exposure to nature may also improve our attention span, as well as enhance our physical and mental health.
It is important that we, as educators and parents, continue to promote outdoor activities such as hiking, and that our young people become more engaged with nature.
A useful start would be to increase the amount of quality time our youth spend outdoors or in physical activity, and to cut back slightly on the number of hours currently given to academic study.
After all, Schooling would not have been able to achieve his dreams if he and his parents had adhered rigidly to the conventional wisdom of devoting significantly less time to sport.
Carmen Leong Lai Yin (Ms)


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Yesterday 12 September was R U OK? Day here in Oz. Question Time in Parliament opened with both the Prime Minister and the Leader of the Opposition speaking in support. The idea of the day is to realise that the simple question "Are you OK?" could lead to a conversation that may help someone labouring under depression, may even save a life. Scott Morrison said that he had been at school with Gavin Larkin, the founder of R U OK? He could also have added that the school captain in his year later went on to commit suicide, very much related to the experience of homophobia. I taught the brother of that school captain; he now lives in California.
Scott Morrison actually spoke well yesterday, I thought.
Coincidentally my reading the last two days — I finished it yesterday — has been Train Man by Andrew Mulligan, London, Chatto & Windus 2019. (Hot off the shelf; Wollongong Library's acquisition date is 21 August!) This Guardian review gives you a good idea of what the book is about. I borrowed it totally at random, and am very glad I did. I love it when a random book turns out to be a treasure — and how apposite to have been reading it on R U OK? Day! Andrew Mulligan has rendered the central character's internal voices in a way that was a touch discomforting, simply because it is so close to the way my own internal dialogues play out. I was reminded too, in a way, of Marcel Proust — though Train Man is just 313 pages! But that could explain why it gets mixed reviews on goodreads.
In a note at the end Andrew Mulligan reveals the kernel of the character is "an old friend who killed himself years ago on a railway line." And tomorrow, the 14th September, is a significant date in my memory, and still at times in my internal dialogues. Thirty years ago I was living in Paddington and not all was well. I was living here.
Living not far away was an old Wollongong friend, indeed a decade or more earlier an ex-student. Sadly, on 14 September 1989 he took his own life. I was deeply affected, and even more so were his family in Wollongong and his former partner. Again, homophobia had a role.
In the midst of it all, as therapy really — and indeed at the time I was undergoing therapy with the wonderful Cedric Bullard — I committed the whole thing to writing, as fiction, but not a thing in it didn't happen pretty much as I told it. You can find the whole thing here. This is the 1989 section. [2020: I am Colin; Rob is J; Mark is Luke.]
September 5 1989
— Well look who it is!
I have not seen J for some months, not since a few weeks before my birthday party. He had not come to the party. He is in the Darlinghurst Bookshop.
— This looks interesting Colin. You should read it. He is holding a copy of Surprising Myself by Christopher Bram. J likes to keep up with new gay writing. Later I would read it looking for clues. It has a happy ending, with a central character in a relationship with someone he calls "Boy". At one stage, before the happy ending–and J likes gay books to have happy endings as a political statement–this central character considers killing himself:
"Petty, selfish, stupid? But none of the names seemed to contain the hatred I was feeling for myself. Hatred spread into my life, until there was nothing worth saving."
Nothing surprising about running into J. We often meet like this by accident. So we have coffee at the Green Park Diner and then he comes with me to the decaying terrace in Paddington which is looking better than the last time he'd seen it. The talk is of birthdays and I comment that his is next week on the 14th and he repeats so formally yes it's on the 14th and I think nothing more about it.
— I've been seeing your ex-friend lately
— What, Boy? Not ex-friend: we just don't see each other any more.
J and Luke had broken up a few months before. I had fragments of the story from both sides.
— I hurt him, Colin.
J is sitting at the top of the stairs, his back resting on the bedroom doorpost, smiling. He wears black. Always that air of formality.
— How are you REALLY, J.
Code for asking about his Depression.
— Not very well.
He often said that. I knew there was nothing to say. But I look at him and say
— You know I would have given my head to see you well.
— I know that Colin.
— I must have been a real nuisance, J.
— No you weren't.
— But if back then I'd been in the frame of mind I am now it would have been a lot easier for both of us. Coming out has made me less neurotic! Did I ever thank you for that?
— Colin you need to remember I was playing the Virgin Queen.
— You don't understand how I hurt him. You know what Luke's like. Really in touch with himself, fun, but also maddeningly irresponsible.
— That's true, but I like him.
— So do I, a lot. But he needs to grow up and that's the point. My need was the opposite: do you see what I mean? With him I could do all sorts of silly things I needed to do…. Dancing down the back lanes of Darlinghurst doing Barbra Streisand impersonations. It was great! I'd never done things like that, but now I'm afraid I held him back, so I had to let him go.
— I'm sure Luke enjoyed every minute of it.
At the door.
— You'll see Boy before I do. Tell him hullo from me and that I still like him.
We walk down Oxford Street together. It is strange, as if J does not want to let me go. We have been talking for two and a half hours, more than we've talked in years. He seems so open, he who is so often closed off.
— Are you going all the way to Chinatown with me?
— No, I'll cross here and get something to eat at Raquel's.
— OK, J. See you. It's been good. Laid quite a few ghosts.
— Yes, it has been good.
And he crosses when the lights change on the corner of Crown and Oxford, looks back once, and is gone.
September 14 1989
— I miss that man so much.
— I know that Luke.
— I don't know what to do about his birthday. I phoned but there was no answer. He doesn't want to see me. It makes me so angry.
— Listen, Luke, he told me to tell you he still likes you. Take it from me, when he's like this you just have to wait.
Luke cries publicly, there in the Unicorn Bar at 10 pm. Not something he would normally do. Later at the Oxford, trying to be wise I say something like breaking up is a bit like a death and you grieve and…
September 19 1989
I am in the Albury with friends, the usual cocktail hour chat after a day's work. A cry from the other side of the long bar. It is Luke. Wearing his long white coat. When I go over to him I see his face red and swollen, tears streaming.
— Colin, where have you been? I've been trying to find you all day. I have something to tell you.
— What's wrong, Luke. Tell me.
For a while he just cries unable to talk.
— Tell me.
— It's going to hurt you.
— Tell me.
A dozen possibilities but not this one.
— J is dead.
— Tell me it's not true Colin. He's just run away…
I ring J's father in Wollongong immediately. "Yes, Colin, J has passed away. He rang me on Father's Day and said he was going to Melbourne. He obviously did not intend to go. He hired a car and…"
Apparently he died on his birthday.
— It's true.
September/ October 1989
We hold each other. Luke spends days sleeping in my room. I light seven candles in St Mary's Cathedral.
We tell each other stories:
did I tell you when he
he told me that Colin
is there anything that bugger didn't tell you about me?
not much
Tennyson's "In Memoriam" has never seemed so good.
Luke, I have lost one friend–please, I don't want to lose two. Luke outside my door at 4 am having spent the last 36 hours in Centennial Park. He is scrabbling in the little suitcase with purple locks. He carries it everywhere. I saw J carrying it when I first saw him again in 1987.
Did you know J was bashed last year?
Yes, he told me.
So much hate.
You know he told me a year ago he didn't think he was going to win.
The most he could hope for was to live with it.
So much love.
When the Reverend Fred Nile and his fundamentalists march into Oxford Street set on a bit of cleansing I am out there with the crowd. I wear my Mardi Gras T-shirt with additions:
Sept. 1961-Sept. 1989
'Gone where fierce indignation
can lacerate his heart no more.'
Fred has his thousand, harmless-looking folk pushing strollers, mingled love and fear on their faces as they march up Oxford Street.
But we have five, ten thousand voices chanting NO MORE GUILT! NO MORE GUILT!
And my voice is the voice of three, a trinity of love grief and anger, and in me sing J and Luke and I:
We shall all be free
We shall all be free
We shall all be free some day
And it's deep in my heart
I do believe
That we shall all be free someday.
And I see his face, a touch side-on, the slightly crooked nose and shy smile, eyes so often fearful, the bursts of anger, the incredible gentleness and my tears choke my singing and a gay man hugs me and says So you're human after all…


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We were so fortunate to have my parents stay with us for a few weeks while my Dad did some work here in San Antonio. It was a really laid back visit The girls were in school and my Dad was working during the day so most of the time it was Mom, Liddy and me. We cleaned house, ran errands, sewed projects, and shopped. It was a lot of fun just being together. We were also able to take advantage of my parents as babysitters so Burke and I could celebrate our wedding anniversary. The girls loved getting to spend time just with Grandma and Papa. On the weekend we went to the Snake farm. Right before they left my sister Ashley and her 8 month old daughter flew in for a visit. We all went to the Tea Garden and had real Texas BBQ. She stayed for a whole week and we had way too much fun. She got to celebrate Fiesta(Texas style mardi-gras) with us. We had a girls night on the River Walk watching the famous River Parade. We also visited all the tourists spots; the Missions, Alamo, River Walk,and the San Antonio Temple. We ate the most amazing food at Chris Madrid's Hamburgers, Casa Rio, and Harmon's BBQ. My niece was so darling. She and Biddy were fast friends. The older girls also adored her and kept her very entertained with all their songs, dances and constant stream of toys. On their last day here the girls had school off and we had a real Fiesta party complete with decorations, dancing, a piñata and swimming. We were sure spoiled to have three weeks of the best company imaginable. I love my family!!!
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Burke and I have been married for eleven wonderful years. I am a lucky gal to have such a devoted, selfless, loving, helpful, handy, smart and funny husband. To celebrate our anniversary we took a little weekend getaway to the Texas Hill Country. The wildflowers were in full bloom and it was beautiful. We took in a few local sights (thanks to the crazy famer who decided to build replica's of Stonehenge and the Easter Island Heads in his field. It was a real hoot) ate at some fabulous restaurants, wandered through art galleries, picked up a few trinkets for the girls and toured the National Museum of the Pacific War. I love spending time alone with Burke holding hands, stealing kisses, sharing a laugh and forgetting for a moment that we have a long history with three kids to prove it. I love you sweetheart and look forward to the years to come.
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Our first week open for soft play in Haslemere
We have just finished our first week of trading, and its been a real roller-coaster! We opened on Thursday 8th May at 9am, our first soft play customer arrived at approximately 859! This was probably helped by the fact that it was a particularly grey and miserable day, and wasn't totally unexpected as we had had such a positive response from Facebook. What I hope most people hadn't realised was that the disco floor had only finished being installed at 5am that day, and when I arrived at 6am the whole place was being scrubbed clean by the fantastic builders that I had used!
We have had a few teething problems, which isn't totally unexpected, however we are very keen to offer our customers the best possible service and are learning fast.
From time to time we may have to close earlier than our usual, posted, opening times. If this is necessary we will tweet (@Henthehenhouse) and put up messages on Facebook to let you know.
We want to be a demand driven business so really appreciate any constructive feedback. So far, people have been very complimentary about The Hen-House, and we will be working hard to make sure it stays this way!


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Welcome to Bike Everywhere Month at the University of Washington. Whether you are a seasoned cyclist or haven't been on a bicycle in years, this is the time to come together and celebrate biking.
Register for the Bike Everywhere Challenge
Make new friends, log those miles and win some prizes. All you need is a bike and a helmet!
Don't have a team to join?
Consider starting a departmental biking group for Bike Everywhere Month. Our departmental partners receive support and special recognition during the month long challenge. Contact us at email@example.com or take a look at the Departmental Resources below to learn more.
Get a Bike Buddy
Trailside Afternoons
Every Monday in May
4 – 6 p.m., Lower Rainier Vista
Celebrate Bike Everywhere Month with Transportation Services and ASUW Bike Shop with a mini-trailside party every Monday in May. Grab some sweet UW swag and a snack, get your bike assessed by ASUW Bike Shop Mobile mechanics, register your bike with UWPD and meet your fellow bike commuters on your way home from work and class. Hop off the Burke-Gilman Trail at Rainier Vista and join us.
No Trailside Afternoon on May 27 because of the UW holiday.
UW Bike Everywhere Day Celebration Station
Friday, May 17
7 – 9:30 a.m., Lower Rainier Vista
Transportation Services, UWPD, U District Let's Go and more will host the biggest bike party of the month on Rainier Vista off the Burke-Gilman trail. Join our celebration station for extra swag, goodies, and all around fun.
Workshops and Classes
ASUW Bike Shop Clinics
Session 1: Tuesdays, 9 – 10:30 a.m. (May 7, 14, 21, 28)
Session 2: Tuesdays, 5:30 – 7 p.m. (May 7, 14, 21, 28)
Session 3: Wednesdays, 5:30 – 7 p.m. (May 8, 15, 22, 29)
ASUW Bike Shop is holding a four class series on introductory bike maintenance! Classes will be taught by mechanics from the bike shop, and the whole series is $15 per participant. The topics will range from general bike care to specifics, like brake and shifting adjustments, to hub adjustments and wheel truing!
Classes take place in the Bike Shop, HUB 103. Payment must be made in advance at the Bike Shop. There is limited space, so if you have any questions or want to make reservations, email email@example.com!
Bike Mechanics 101
Thursday, May 9
12 – 1 p.m., HUB 307
Learn the basics of bike mechanics, like how to fix a flat tire, with Transportation Services and instructor Shannon Leigh!
Family Bike Riding Class
Monday, May 13
3 – 4 p.m., HUB 238
Learn the basics of family bike riding including types of setups available, basic gear, what to do when it rains, basic route planning, and how to create a backup plan for emergencies and meltdowns. Instructor: Lindsey Bartley from Family Bike Seattle.
Intro to Bike Commuting
Monday, May 20
12 – 1 p.m., HUB 307
Come learn from a certified Cascade Bicycle Club instructor about the basics of bike commuting. We will cover topics such as how to ride comfortably and safely, planning your bike route, bike gear and more. Great class for beginners.
Note: Check back often as we'll be updating the calendar of workshops and classes happening during Bike Everywhere Month!
Departmental Resources
Participating in Bike Everywhere Month as one of our departmental partners? We're happy to have you! Find helpful resources and tools to encourage participation within your departments below.
Still Have Questions?
Email us at firstname.lastname@example.com with the subject line "Bike Everywhere Month".


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| 13.3°C Dublin
Some of Ireland's top musical talents are taking to the stage tonight for Focus Ireland's Rock Against Homelessness concert.
Sponsored by INM, the bash is being held at the Olympia Theatre and starts at 8pm.
It brings together some of the country's best acts - including the Boomtown Rats - for a major charity gig to help combat Ireland's growing homeless problem.
Top musicians including Glen Hansard, The Blizzards, Delorentos, Paul Cleary of The Blades, Ivy Nations, August Wells, HamsandwicH are also taking part.
RTE comedy star Katherine Lynch will be providing the laughs as MC.
According to the most recent figures, there are 7,167 homeless people in Ireland, of whom 2,407 are children.
A child became homeless every five hours in January, according to Focus Ireland.
Speaking about the issue of homelessness earlier this year, Hansard said: "It isn't just about four walls and a roof, it isn't just about a bed, it's a lot more than that.
"There's more services needed, it's a massive mental health issue and people have real needs."
There are still some tickets for the concert left from Ticketmaster outlets, at a cost of €30


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