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Table of Contents
- The Content
- The Layout
- Cover Design
- Converting to the e-Book Format
- Distribution Logistics
- Pricing Your e-Book
- Promotion and Marketing
- You're Ready!
However, as romantic as it sounds, creating an e-book that actually does the job of reaching your entire audience without the backing of a popular publication, is no cakewalk. It can be quite overwhelming to play the role of an author, editor and publicist, among a lot many other roles. You can be left grasping at the straws if you are not organized and have no clarity on how to go about the entire process.
The purpose of creating an e-book can be multifold. You can be a brand seeking thought leadership in your niche. You could be a well-known blogger in a domain who wants to aggregate his content into a book for wider reach. You could be an online marketplace, looking for more sales and conversion via your e-book content.
The best thing about e-books is that they are easy to create, do not need a lot of resources and are extremely cost-friendly, providing significant returns on investment.
Ahead, let's break down the intricacies of creating an e-book, end-to-end.
The Content
You have to keep in mind that you are not the first individual to write an e-book and publish it. There are a million of e-books already floating around and for yours to stand out, the content needs to be absolutely unique, even if you are going for a commonly written about domain.
Keeping It Unique
If you are using your previously written blog posts for your e-book, make sure you go through them again and look for possibilities to make it better. There is a difference between the content that goes on a blog and the one that goes in a book. Delete repeated passages or rewrite the ones that seem outdated.
Your writing style should be easily relatable, easy to read by the audience and should offer something to the readers that they can't get anywhere else.
In other words, you can't write just anything random and call it an e-book.
Text Formatting
This is one of the most important parts of your e-book and will define how user-friendly and easy to read your content is. When you are fussing over the formatting, it would do well to keep in mind the following aspects.
- Proofread, proofread, proofread. Even if you are using a proofreading software, make sure you yourself go over the text and ensure there are no spelling mistakes, grammatical errors and repetition of words, among other things.
- Tabs and spacebars, while work absolutely fine in your writing software, do not work as intended when converted to the e-book format. Therefore, remember to use the alignment tools rather than tabs for paragraphs and images.
- Curb the urge to use fancy, not readily available fonts. Use the standard ones that are majorly present in e-book readers so that there are no alterations in output.
- Insert page breaks between chapters and major sections to improve reader's experience.
- Do not use text styles for headings. Use a style sheet so that the e-book reader is able to pick up the common heading styles.
Images and Illustrations
The rules for placing images and illustrations are a little different from the ones you abide by for online articles and print copies. Here are a few points to remember while using images in your e-book.
- Do not resize the images within the word document. Use an external editor and then insert the final edited images in the document.
- Use .jpg and .png as image formats preferably.
- Usually, the e-book reader layout does not support text flowing around an image. Therefore, you should insert the image after the paragraph, center aligned.
- Your images don't have to be of printable quality, but they shouldn't get pixelated either when the size is enlarged.
The Layout
One of the most generic confusion that writers have while creating their document is whether they should follow the standard layout or the fixed layout. First, let's see what's the difference between the two.
Standard Layout
Generally, in ePub format, standard layout keeps the text flowing real-time, and the font size and style can be adjusted as per the readers' preference. There are no fixed page numbers since the amount of text that can fit in a page depends on the font size and style chosen by the reader.
Most e-books follow the standard layout since it's highly user friendly and has been adopted by major e-book reader devices like Kindle.
Fixed Layout
Fixed layout is, literally, all fixed. There can be no adjustments in the font size or style on user's device. The content and the images will not change according to the reader's settings, while they may be able to zoom in and out.
The fixed layout is reasonable to use if the e-book contains too many graphics or illustrations and the quality stands to get diminished if the settings are changed.
Cover Design
Yes, a book is judged by its cover, indeed, no matter how old school it sounds. The first thing that readers look at when they come across your e-book is the cover, and if that does not appeal to their senses, that's it for converting them into your customers. If you can attract the readers by your cover, that'll increase their attention span enough to check out what's inside your e-book.
When designing your e-book cover, you can avail of some excellent, easy-to-use online tools, or go the professional way and hire a graphic designer, assuming, of course, that you are not one yourself. A well-designed professional cover says a lot about the book and the author as well.
Let's check out some of the ways you can design your own e-book cover.
One of the most user-friendly online design tools in the market, Canva, has become immensely popular among the DIY communicators, who do not want to hand over the reigns to someone else. Canva has a plethora of templates for you to choose from, which you can ultimately customize to your content and objective.
Maximum images are available for free, however, even the ones that are priced will not harm your budget.
Adobe Photoshop/Indesign
More suitable for experienced designers, you can create beautiful cover designs through these popular designing softwares. They are a little expensive, but the quality they generate is well worth the investment.
If you are a novice, though, using Adobe is not recommended, considering the time it will take to get trained in using the software.
Hiring Professionals
If you are not a designer, and using the above tools or any other design tool is not working out for you, it's best to hire a professional designer to create an awesome cover for you. You can refer to websites like Fiverr, Upwork, Freelancer and more, that feature a host of freelancers looking for jobs just like this. You can find the one that's the most suitable for your budget and go forward.
It's always better to have a high quality, hard-to-not-notice design by a professional for your e-book, rather than a mediocre, unappealing design for the sake of saving a few dollars.
Converting to the e-Book Format
Once you are done with the formatting, proofreading, designing the cover and everything else that's even remotely related to the interiors of your e-book, you need to convert your document into the final e-book format.
For wider reach and readability, it's wise to convert your Word document to several formats, so that readers can access it depending on the type of device they are reading on. The main formats you should finally convert your e-book to are PDF, ePub and Mobi. All 3 formats are widely downloaded by readers all over.
While converting, make sure that all the style settings remain the same after the conversion. The final format is how the readers will see your book; ensure there are no discrepancies or alignment issues. Do trials on different devices before finally releasing your e-book.
There are a lot of tools through which you can convert your e-book. Some writing applications also offer the option to export to e-book, ePub or PDF format. For example, Apple's Mac allows its users to directly export to ePub format via Pages. A lot of online tools like Calibre offer a more integrated conversion service, albeit a little more complicated than usual conversions.
Distribution Logistics
If you thought creating the e-book was a cumbersome task, you are not going to like what's coming.
Choosing the medium of distribution, primarily, decides the success of your e-book (assuming that the content is top-notch and utterly brilliant). Again, there are plenty of options to choose from, mainly segregated into self-distribution or taking a professional route.
Be Your Own Distributor
Being your own distributor is inciting, mainly because you get to keep every last buck of the cash that flows in. Yet, it's as tedious as it can be because you are doing everything yourself.
How do you be your own distributor, though?
There are online portals that provide the scope of selling downloadable products like white papers and e-books. You need to setup your online marketplace, hosted on a portal like Magento or WordPress, and then you can start selling. The only charge is the payment processing fees that the portals take besides the domain registration and hosting fees.
To make things simpler, you can also avail the service of e-commerce stores like Shopify, though they can seem very expensive if you are not selling at a certain volume.
The disadvantage of being your distributor is that you don't have the credibility as a seller if you are a first-time author. People might hesitate to buy from your website, but, they'll feel more confident in buying the same book from a reliable portal like Amazon. Henceforth, go for self-distribution if you have the authority and the recognition already established so that you have a ready audience base to sell to.
Choosing an External Distributor
If you, like most other writers, want to be free of the complexities of distribution, going for a third-party distributor is the right option. A distributor also offers a variety of services, like converting your document to the right format, providing some publicity, as well as taking care of your sales and downloads, for a commission on every e-book sold.
There are several distributors available in the industry at present. Let's take a look at some of them.
Amazon (Kindle Direct Publishing)
Amazon has a gigantic customer base, and using it as your distributor gives you access to it. Kindle Direct Publishing is increasingly gaining recognition due to its seamless process and brand identity.
KDP takes around 24-48 hours to include your e-book in their store, while publishing takes hardly minutes. It also lets you print paperbacks, at the same cost. Amazon, as a distributor, does not provide you an ISBN. You need to obtain it on your own.
The commission charges are varied as per the geographical area, however, as an author, you get to keep approximately 70% of the sales in most cases. You also retain the rights to your e-book and can make any modifications to it any time you want.
Amazon also offers a premium package in the name of KDP Select, wherein you can earn higher royalties, reach a wider audience, and avail of various promotional activities to increase sales. However, as a KDP Select member, you have to be exclusive to Amazon, and cannot distribute your book via any other portal, including your own blog.
As a distributor and publisher, Lulu provides authors a host of services. Its Classic package provides access to its in-house professionals and design team that help with the cover design, layout, and the overall formatting. The package also includes the availability of your e-book in paperback format.
On Lulu, you can also opt for their all-inclusive publicity services, which do everything for you right from your ISBN registration to promoting your press release, setting up your website as the author, social media marketing and other myriad marketing activities.
If you opt for exclusive distribution through Lulu, you can keep 90% of the sales after the first 99 cents. If you choose to distribute on other platforms as well, like Amazon, Barnes and Noble and others, the cut goes down a long way.
The most important, and attractive, aspect of distributing through BookBaby is that they take zero commission and you, the author, get to keep 100% of the net sales. It does charge a relatively hefty $99 conversion fee though.
The complete self-publishing package, priced at $1,499, offers an all-inclusive solution to all your publishing woes. It provides e-book conversion and worldwide distribution, professional cover design, ISBN for the paperback as well as the e-book. To top it all, it also provides 25 custom-printed books.
You can also upload your book on BookShop, the marketplace of BookBaby and engage in direct-to-reader sales.
BookBaby has one of the widest distribution networks, which includes iBooks, Barnes and Noble, Amazon KDP, KDP Select (recently introduced), Kobo and a lot more.
Pricing Your e-Book
Pricing is always a sensitive variable. Keep it too low and people will question the quality. Keep it too high and it will be out of reach for most.
How do you, then, decide the optimum price of your e-book?
The price you choose for you e-book depends on a lot of factors — the investment you put in, the genre your content belongs to, your target readers, the royalty you are expecting to receive. Yes, the royalty percentages vary according to the price of your e-book.
Book giveaways were a trend recently, but giving away your book for free isn't the best choice if you have spent a certain amount on its creation.
If you are a new author, pricing your e-book at the lower end of the scale can turn the tables for you since most readers indulge in impulse buys and low prices appeal to them. If you are an established author, you would want to cash in on your previous success and price your next book higher. Although, this might turn either way.
The best part about publishing an e-book is that prices don't have to be fixed. You can fix it by trial and error method, testing out different prices and analyzing the response for each before settling on one price.
Promotion and Marketing
You have created your e-book, taken care of every single detail in formatting, chosen your distribution network, set the price, and it is finally out there.
What's next? Is your work finished?
Absolutely not. Yes, your masterpiece is out there. But who knows that? Only you, or others as well? As the final piece of the puzzle, your entire exercise would go in vain if you do not market and promote your book to your prospective readers.
As a self-publisher, you have to bear all the efforts. Your distributor might help, and if you have taken the relevant package, then your job will be a lot less hard. However, the onus of your book's success still remains on you and how well you are able to capitalize on your resources.
Let's check out a few ideas on how you, as an independent author, can widen the reach of your e-book without breaking the bank.
Social Media Marketing
Social media is a boon for authors looking for high engagement with their readers on a budget. Your social media profiles provide ample opportunities for you to promote your e-book among related groups on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Post on a daily basis about topics related to your book's domain. Uploading interesting and engaging snippets from your e-book can also serve in piquing the curiosity of readers and urge them to download/buy your e-book. Remember to space out your posts and not be pushy.
You can also create a short video covering the book and promote on your handles, along with some paid promotion. Social media sites like Facebook serve as a cost-effective means to promote to a highly targeted customer base on a low budget.
Author Website
This is the first task you should tick off after creating your e-book. Once your content is picked up by external media sites and blogs, they'll want to have a source to get all the information. Your website should include everything that they might want to know about your book as well as you, as an author.
Free PR
There are a lot of free online PR sites through which you can broadcast your press release. Create a solid press statement for the launch of your e-book and disseminate it through these portals.
Guest Blogging and Reviews
Authoring guest blog posts on other blogs can go a long way in establishing your credibility and expertise in the domain.
Reach out to some prominent bloggers in your domain and ask them to do a review of your book. Most of these bloggers will agree to do a free review in return for some copies of your e-book. The more your content and story is out there, the better it will fare in search results.
These are just a few ways through which you can promote your e-book while keeping the costs to the minimum. Depending on your industry and genre, you'll be able to figure out a lot more.
You're Ready!
That's it! You are ready to launch your first e-book, or your second, if the first one didn't garner much success. The difference now is that you know exactly how to make it work.
Remember to be organized in the chaos. Being an independent author can be utterly overwhelming since you have to take care of everything on your own. But if done with patience and clarity, there is no reason why you can't create a fantastic e-book that your readers will love!


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High School Visual Arts Admissions
The School of Design & Production offers a one or two year high school Visual Arts program for incoming 11th or incoming 12th graders. Students in both 10th and 11th grade are eligible to apply.
You must meet the minimum educational requirements. An interview is required for admission - should you be invited to interview, you will bring a physical portfolio of your work to an in-person interview with D&P faculty on the UNCSA campus and partake in a group critique lasting the entire afternoon. Admission is based on a combination of your artistic and academic merits.
Deadlines & Interview Dates
|Application, fee and all required documents submitted by:
|Available On Campus Interview Dates:
|January 24, 2020
|Friday, February 7, 2020
Friday, February 14, 2020
February 14, 2020
Applications may be submitted after the deadline upon approval. Please contact the Visual Arts Admissions Counselor:
Friday, February 21, 2020
Your interview day will start at noon and last until 5 pm. Parents may attend the first half of the interview day. You will be bringing your portfolio with you to your interview. Please review the portfolio requirements.
GPA & Academic Requirements
Applicants should have a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.3 (C+), no more than one failing grade in the previous year's work and no more than two failing grades in their overall coursework.
Completed Application, Fees & Required Documents
1. Complete the online application.
2. Pay your Application Fee: $95 for U.S. citizens and permanent residents, $130 for international applicants. Application fees are non-refundable.
Payment Options
- Online: Follow payment instructions at the end of the application or on your application status portal.
- Check or Money Order (through a U.S. bank): Make payable to "UNCSA" and include your full legal name. Mail your payment and fully legible name of the applicant to the Office of Admissions.
- International Applicants: Use Flywire to pay your application fee online through an international bank or pay by check or money order through a U.S. bank as listed above.
3. Upload all Required Application Documents by your application materials deadline above prior to your scheduled interview date.
Please note: If you are applying to two different UNCSA art schools (Music, Drama, Design & Production/Visual Arts and Dance) you will need to complete a second application and pay a second application fee.

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Floral arrangements
Flowers make the setting for an unforgettable day and with their transient beauty accentuate an event which, hopefully, will last for a lifetime!
Wedding flowers and decor add colour, fragrance and beauty to every aspect of your ceremony and reception and are a central component of your wedding. Flowers can set the style of your wedding day and bring a since of elegance to your ceremony.
Since the beginning of time, love letters have been accompanied by splendid bouquets of flowers to express sentiments and feelings.. The type of flower, the number and the colour have meanings which are all but forgotten now a days.
During the Renaissance period, flowers were used in paintings to indicate different qualities, for example, the lily represented purity and therefore is found in many paintings of the Annunciation.
In 17th century still life painting, flowers represent a transient beauty and the fragility of appearances.
It may not seem so, but the language of flowers also has its own fascination, a strange history, an intriguing significance.
All flowers, from the most common to the most exotic, have their origins and a history often connected with myths or legends. Flowers express a secret language which is symbolic and metaphoric apart from being a pleasant, romantic and indispensable presence at any stage of the event. They brighten the bride's home, the church, the registry Office and the reception. They decorate the bridal car, and adorn the bride's gown and hair. And, of course, the bouquet, here they are fundamental in defining the bride's ultimate image.


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Kumkum Bhagya 8 July 2019 Episode Written Update: Prachi Promises To Find Abhi's Wife
In the previous episode of Kumkum Bhagya, Abhi goes to the terrace and remembers Pragya. He wishes for Pragya to be with him. He imagines Pragya with him on the terrace and shares a dance with her. When Pragya leaves, he shouts out for her. Pragya also feels someone calling out to her and runs out of her house. Purab tells Aliya that he was missing Disha and thinking about her when he said I love you and it wasn't meant for Aliya.
Watch the latest episode here.
In tonight's episode, Mira sees Abhi crying for Pragya and feels sympathy for him. She tells Abhi that Vikram and other guests are calling him downstairs. Abhi asks her to leave him alone. Sarita asks Pragya to meet her husband if she misses him so much. She tells Sarita that Abhi is still angry at her and she can't visit him yet.
Daadi sees Aliya getting drunk at the party and asks her to stop. Aliya tells Daadi that Purab has never loved her even though she has everything. Aliya gets sad and continues to drink. Abhi is drunk too and tries walking back to his room. Prachi stops him from falling down and takes him to his room.
Abhi tells Prachi how much he misses Pragya, whom he calls fuggi. He makes Prachi promise to bring his wife back to him. Prachi tells Abhi to wait while she brings him lime juice for being drunk. When Prachi is getting the juice Abhi takes out his wallet to talk to a picture of Pragya. The wallet slips from his hand when he stands up.
Prachi returns with the juice and finds the wallet. Before she can look at Pragya's picture, Abhi is out of the washroom and sees Prachi who he takes the wallet from. When Prachi leaves, Rhea meets her and scolds her to trying to steal her father. Prachi says that Rhea is also trying to steal her mother.
Later at the party Ranbir teases Prachi. Shahana says if Ranbir had proposed to her she would be dating him. Prachi says he did propose to her. Rhea overhears the conversation and leaves before Prachi explains how it was a mistake. Will Rhea believe Prachi and Ranbir are dating? Stay tuned to find out.
Watch the latest episodes of Kumkum Bhagya, now streaming on ZEE5.


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Family Worship Room
Children are always welcome in our services. We do have a family worship room available for parents and their children two years and under. The room is intended to be an extension of the main sanctuary. While tending to your children the service can be seen and heard. There is a changing table and several rockers available.
Sunday School
Sunday school classes are available for children of all ages. Teachers present age appropriate lessons and activities.
Extended Session
The preschool nursery is for babies - 4 years old. They will be dismissed after the children's story, before Pastor Paul begins the sermon.
KidZone (Babies-5th grade)
Meets every Wednesday Evening at 6 pm. Activities to challenge growth in God's Word through active participation in outreach and ministry opportunities.


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Can anyone tell me the origin of the term "off-color"? Not the wikipedia history (I read it) but why the term was coined that way? Does it refer to "blue" as in "blue movie"? In India, apparently, the same kind of humor is called "non-veg" humor… a lot of the population is vegetarian there so meaty is not to all tastes. In Philadelphia they say "green jokes"… as in feeling a little green? And in Australia "'A bit crook', means "… a little ill/sick or a little 'off colour'." Source: The Free Dictionary Word of the Day discussion. Link also includes an off-colour joke.
All in all, it seems to refer to jokes that are slightly sickening and make the face turn a different color. However, the fun thing about origins is that nobody ever agrees. Seems that the first recorded use of it refers to diamonds. Those that were not pure white were "off colour" and less valuable, according to the online etymology dictionary.
I like to think of my own humor as "unpasturized". It is generally better for you than the lifeless boiled-to-death variety, but occasionally it may contain diseases that eat away at your face.
I feel there's a big difference between "off color", even physically revolting, humor, and humor that is just hurtful, stupid hate speech.
See, the person in the SUV above is clearly a mother… there's even a child seat in the back. The difference is self-consciousness, or context. For example, a Jewish person making fun of their family's oddities is funny. A Christian talking about the same family as a reason why "they" are "different" is another. Satire mimics the target to expose their hypocrisy. Mockery is bullying.
… and that's 90 minutes I should have spent writing a script I spent blogging instead. Gone!


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I fell in love with someone I shouldn't have fallen in love with,
I believed love was strong enough to change him,
I realized later that he was someone I shouldn't have stayed with,
It's impossible to change him,
All I did was let cruel love change me terribly by staying with him.
His soul was dark,
He took me into the darkness,
My soul was turning dark,
I couldn't escape the darkness,
Thankful, my destiny stopped my soul from going completely dark.
He pushed me out of his life,
I walked away when he wanted me back,
I learned to value my life,
I became thankful when we didn't take each other back,
My life now has light.


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Abstract: RealityReturn to Auction Page
40. Giovanni Vetere
Estimate: £1,300-2,500
Glazed Ceramic
350 x 20 cm.
Created in 2018
This work is unique.
The sculpture Allium was part of Vetere's first solo show in Rome at The Orange Garden Gallery in October 2018. Titled Squid Dinner, the show created a hypothetical future environment inhabited by the homo aquaticus, a new species that will develop after human being's extinction. At first glance the sculpture looks familiar for its aquatic-like form, but soon its complex shape and combination of colours will put the viewer into a distant position, questioning the roots of their origin.
Vetere's interaction with water reflects upon the controversial relationship that the human body maintains with the sea and seeks to understand the effects that water produces on the human body, not only as a physical response but also as a generator of meaning and symbolism.
Giovanni Vetere is a London-based artist who graduated from Camberwell College of Arts' Fine Art program in 2018. Though he began his journey with photography and sculpture, he now focuses on live art as a means of pursuing his interest in experimenting with challenging medium.
Giovanni Vetere has exhibited in different cities around Europe, such as Rome, Florence, The Hague and London. In 2017 he was awarded the Lorenzo Il Magnifico prize at the Florence Biennale in the category of Performance Art.


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I installed transmission-remote-cli (a transmission command line interface), but when i try to run it it says "command not found".
Here's the aur link:
https://aur.archlinux.org/packages/tran … e-cli-git/
Is there something wrong with the aur? Is kinda old so maybe that's the problem.
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Works fine here. How did you install it? What is the output of
pacman -Q transmission-remote-cli-git
pacman -Ql transmission-remote-cli-git
Also note that transmission-remote-cli is abandoned (no major updates in 4 years, no code commits for the past 3), you may want to look into tremc (python3 port), and/or stig.
Mod note: moving to AUR Issues.
Mobo: MSI X299 TOMAHAWK ARCTIC // Processor: Intel Core i7-7820X 3.6GHz // GFX: nVidia GeForce GTX 970 // RAM: 32GB (4x 8GB) Corsair DDR4 (@ 3000MHz) // Storage: 1x 3TB HDD, 5x 1TB HDD, 2x 120GB SSD, 1x 275GB M2 SSD
Making lemonade from lemons since 2015.
Velvetmist, did you try https://www.archlinux.org/packages/extr … ssion-cli/ ?
The https://wiki.archlinux.org/index.php/Transmission has details about the cli command.
Multi-init booting with apg Openrc and systemd coexisting
Automounting : not needed, i prefer pmount
Aur helpers : makepkg + my own local repo === rarely need them


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Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta Gene Zwozdesky takes time to comfort constituents feeling glum over the holidays.
The long-time MLA for Edmonton-Mill Creek has made it a holiday tradition to take a few hours out of every Christmas Day to head into his legislature office to answer the phone.
"I've gone in faithfully and religiously every year just in case someone calls just looking for somebody to talk to," said Zwozdesky on Monday.
While most people are happy and celebrating the festive season, some people can have "a very depressing time." he said.
"When people are depressed or down or not feeling too chipper about things, quite often they just want to get it off their chest and know that somebody cares. So for the people who need me, I'm there for them."
The legislature building is silent over the holidays, said Zwozdesky, offering him some time to catch up on a book or work on light paperwork while answering the phone.
Every Christmas is different, with some years the phone not ringing at all. One year, he got six calls and talked to one person for over an hour. He has a list of constituents he knows "like family," he said, adding he doesn't give advice but "mostly listens."
"For me it epitomizes everything that Christmas is all about. It's not necessarily all the material gifts we give each other because I've maintained throughout my life that the greatest gift someone can give is their time.
"Time is a precious commodity and if Albertans can make time for others, sometimes that's the most precious gift of all."
Zwozdesky has the time on Christmas Day because he and his family traditionally celebrate Ukrainian Christmas Eve, which falls on the evening of January 6.
This year he'll host a Sviat Vechir, or "Holy Evening," dinner at his home with 12-courses that are both meatless and dairy-less out of respect for the animals that kept baby Jesus warm in the manger, said Zwozdesky.
Zwozdesky encourages Edmontonians to join him to hear the Viter Ukrainian Folk Choir at the Alberta Legislature on Monday from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. to help close out the legislature's "Celebrate the Season" events.
Those who are struggling over the holidays are encouraged to call the Mental Health Help Line for confidential, anonymous service at 1-877-303-2642 or 1-877-303-2642.


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Music: Known as the Philosopher' s Stair for the world-weariness which climbing it inspires. One gets nowhere with it.
Paris: St-Sulpice in shrouds.
Paris: You' re falling into disrepair, Eiffel Tower this means you! Swathed in gold paint, Enguerrand Quarton whispering come with me under the shadow of this gold leaf.
Music: The unless of a certain series.
Mathematics: Everyone rolling dice and flinging Fibonacci, going to the opera, counting everything.
Fire: The number between four and five.


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Department of Earth Sciences
We are living through a time of unprecedented change on Earth. Scientific understanding of geological hazards, sustainability, infrastructure, climate change, energy, and natural resources has never been so important, and Earth Sciences sit at the heart of the debate. We aspire to help shape the future by providing the highest quality education for our students and by undertaking research that is both intrinsically excellent and relevant to society.
World Rankings
Durham is one of the world's leading universities as shown by our world top 100 position in the QS World University Rankings 2021, where we are ranked 86th.
A record 19 Durham subjects are also in the world top 100 of the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020, including 11 in the world top 50 and three in the world top ten.
"I selected Durham University because it has a high world ranking, and I enjoy the small, quiet atmosphere of the city. The staff, students, and facilities in the Earth Sciences department are of the highest quality"
Jaafar H. Jotheri - PhD in Palaeoclimate - from Babylon, Iraq
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Several current and former staff from Durham's Department of Earth Sciences were heavily involved in a new study, published in the journal Nature, investigating how the Earth's deep water cycle relates to magmatic productivity and earthquake activity.
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How has lockdown affected our department of Earth Sciences? In this first blog post, we take a look at how staff and students have been affected by this difficult time, what challenges they face, and how they have been coping. More about
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Should we wear face masks?
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This course is structured for anyone who is willing to learn Hindi language. Discover the tips to be fluent in Hindi as possibly as you can. This course has been designed by our experienced Hindi professionals who have taught Hindi for decades. This course will begin with basic Hindi vocabulary, grammar, and inform you about India's culture. It is meant for people who lack knowledge in Hindi and are willing to interact with the Hindi speaking population of the country.
Enrol with Cambridge Institute:
Saturday & Sunday : 2 Months
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Weekdays: 2 Months
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The pound held gains even as key economic data came in weaker than expected, as the market opted to focus instead on signs of progress in Brexit talks.
The currency strengthened on Monday following a Sunday Times report that Prime Minister Theresa May has secured concessions from Brussels to let her keep all of Britain in a customs union with the European Union. The currency stayed higher even after a report showed the services sector slowed in October.
Sterling could "blast through" $1.35 within two days if a divorce is agreed between Britain and the bloc, according to Mizuho Bank.
The UK currency may recoup about half of its more than 10% decline from pre-Brexit vote levels if there is a divorce deal, according to a Bloomberg survey last month. Trader positioning on the currency is heavily short as missed deadlines in negotiations have increased concern in recent months that there may be no deal.
"Brexit deal optimism remains the flavour of the month, even 'trumping' the market's love for the dollar," said Stuart Bennett, head of Group-of-10 currency strategy at Banco Santander SA. "The consensus is that a deal will be reached, maybe this month or early December, and so positioning is adjusting."
Sterling was 0.3% stronger at $1.3011, after earlier rallying as much as 0.7%. The currency advanced 0.3% to 87.51 pence per euro. The yield on UK 10-year government bonds climbed two basis points to 1.51%.
IHS Markit's index for the UK services sector fell more than economists expected last month, recording the lowest reading since March. The gauge fell to 52.2 in October, down from 53.9 the previous month and below the 53.3 forecast by economists.
The chances of reaching an agreement with the EU appear to be improving, with the Prime Minister's de facto deputy David Lidington saying Friday that the two sides are "certainly very close to resolving" the Irish border issue. The currency rallied nearly 2% on Thursday after a Times report of an agreement on UK bank access, even though officials on both sides denied it.
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Last week's price action was "a taste of what we could have if there was a deal on the table," said Jane Foley, head of currency strategy at Rabobank in London. "If we got a headline like the one in the Times then it's going to be sudden," she said on Friday.
Still, the road to any deal is likely to be bumpy. Sterling will continue to be headline-driven over the next few weeks with the recent swings highlighting the "volatility that is possible on continued political uncertainty," Foley said.
Even if a deal is struck, some investors expect it not to get through parliament, with Neuberger Berman Group money manager Steve Eisman shorting two UK banks on that prospect. If parliament does approve any agreement, sterling could appreciate to $1.40, Mizuho's head of hedge-fund sales Neil Jones said.
The positive headlines have also led investors to bring forward expectations for a Bank of England interest-rate increase to November next year, with Morgan Stanley seeing one as soon as February if there's an earlier agreement. The BOE's policy statement Thursday flagged the potential for the economy to run hot by late 2019, though cautioned its forecasts are dependent on the Brexit outcome.
While political pundits debate what kind of relationship Britain will have with the EU, strategists say it doesn't matter for the UK currency. The pound could rally more than 5% to 83 pence per euro on any divorce deal, according to Nordea Bank AB analyst Andreas Steno Larsen.
"If we get a deal, almost no matter the content, the pound is cheap," said Larsen.
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SKUK Latitude
SKUK Explorer
I have paddled a Romany Classic for the past 4 years and more recently I purchased the Explorer from Steve at Southern Sea Kayaks. Both handle and inspire confidence in rough water superbly, so that's a big 'tick in the box' for me! 😀But it's the small details that all 'add up', like a skeg that actually works…reliably, unlike a particular kayak brand that simply can't get it right 😕 (not that you ever really need it in a Romany!) And then there's the sloping bulkhead which makes emptying the kayak so much easier; hatch covers that stay in place but are easy to get on/off and last but not least, toggles that are actually comfortable and fit for purpose….unlike that other kayak brand whose toggles are worse than useless!
David Powell
Romany Surf Custom
I have been paddling for a few years but the Romany Surf was not a boat I knew a lot about when I started my search for a new kayak. I wanted something that would be able to handle well in rougher conditions. My previous boat I found a bit hard to manoeuver in higher winds. It is tricky to know how a boat will handle until you have a given it a really good test in a variety of conditions. But after discussing the Surf with a few experienced paddlers and having the offer to paddle one of theirs for a short while, I decided to head on down to Southern Sea Kayaks with a view to looking at a Romany Surf. Explaining to Steve what paddling I wanted to do and discussing possible alternatives it was clear that he also thought that the Surf would be a good boat for me. So in September 2019 I took the plunge and drove away with a shiny new orange and white Surf.
Since buying the boat I have been out in a variety of conditions. In a flat calm the boat tracks well but as expected is perhaps not as fast as longer boats. I have not found that to be a problem in my club paddles as it is not a slow boat. Being based in the Solent I have paddled to the Isle of Wight a good few times, including a very memorable trip from Keyhaven round the Needles to Freshwater for some surfing and a lively return in swell on the ebb tide via the Shingles bank and past Hurst castle. I have also paddled it on the Jurassic coast and up at Anglesey. Because the boat is very manoeuvrable it is great fun to take rock hopping. I don't feel the need to buy a plastic boat as I try to be careful to avoid the rocks and the Surf helps me to do so. I have taken the boat out to play in five foot surf and it did not let me down. It can pick up waves nicely which of course also helped me in tide races. I have only found the need to use the skeg in a following F7 and even then the Surf was behaving reasonably with the skeg up. It is easy to get onto and hold on an edge.
The Surf has really made it a lot easier for me to enjoy these different conditions. I can't really think of anything I don't like about the boat. I am 5'10'' and would consider myself to be paddle fit.
Giles Hudson
Romany Sportive
Just recently bought a Nigel Dennis Romany Sportive RM and now having had a good opportunity to try it out, I am really impressed with the kayak. She handles well, is easy to roll, is very responsive and is perfect for me as I'm of a slim build. Steve provided an excellent service, taking me down to Poole Harbour with the Sportive so that I could try it out. I just love the Sportive and it has become my go-to choice of kayak now. I know that if I want to upgrade my existing composite, then a NDK at Southern Sea Kayaks will be my first choice. 😃🚣♀😃
Full Carbon Kevlar Romany Classic (custom)
Roto-mould Kayak Repair
Steve has just carried out a plastic weld repair to my kayak.
Superb fix and fantastic service many thanks Paul
SKUK Latitude 50/50 Custom
Steve put aside as long as I needed to try out as many boats as I thought I might like. As it turned out, this was over three hours! We went through the pros and cons of everything, including materials, all the customising options, colours, the lot. It's good old fashioned customer service and you get the impression he really wouldn't mind if you didn't order anything. I did though. A 50/50 layup Latitude. I cannot wait to go back for the next bit of customer service which will include outfitting. I'll be coupling that with a couple of days coaching from Steve too. Tip top.
SKUK Latitude
Hi Steve,
I took out my new Latitude for it's first paddle Today.
It moved through the water like a dream.
I was really pleased how manoeuvrable it is and how easy it is to turn.
The hatch covers are so easy to fasten. It may seem a small point but I hadn't realised how rubbish the ones I have on my old kayak were.
The Celtic paddles were also as good as you suggested they would be.
Thank you for your excellent advice and service, I am so glad I found you, your advice has proven to be excellent.
Brilliant, unbiased advice from Steve who made time to answer all of my questions, lent me a kayak to try on trust with no obligation to buy, spent time making sure the boat was suitable for me and provided a damn good cuppa.
Steve's knowledge, passion and advice were the reason I bought my NDK Romany Sportive from him; a brilliant kayak that is responsive, agile and gives the paddler confidence to test their limit, knowing the boat is up to the job.
First rate service from Steve, if you want to know anything about Sea Kayaking look no further then Southern Sea Kayaks
After a few months Phil Comments: The Romany Sportive supplied by Steve is a brilliant Kayak…has survived all that I've thrown at it so far; the cheeky tides of the Solent, Crossing Scotland, Coastal adventures and cruising the rivers…awesome kayak to paddle 🤙🏼😁
Celtic Paddles
Valley Etain Repair
Steve carried out an excellent repair to my composite Valley kayak. He was fastidious in ensuring that exactly the right colour gel was available for the repair, once obtained he was quick and efficient. His work gets my vote!
Guiding and Shop
Steve is an experienced paddler so he can really help when trying to decide what kayak suits you best.
Great and friendly service and good quality products.
Alaw Bach Repair
Dedicated to service it said and dedicated to service he was.
I had heard SSK and Steve Jones be mentioned a few times in the past and following a lively Sea Kayak Leader training course recently found that I had a need for his services.
On meeting him and chatting it was immediately clear that he was a knowledgable and experienced sea kayaker who loved what he does.
Before I had even showed him the damage to my boat, which was the reason I was there, he had the seat out of my boat and fixed the biggest frustration of this years paddling.
Practical, lateral thinking and with a great knowledge of kayaks and how they are built I thought.
I showed Steve the damage to the bottom which was white, conveniently, and then to some cracks on the top which is orange with glitter rather inconveniently.
He set my expectation in terms of price and turn around and we shook hands and I left my boat with him.
Fast forward a few days, and some messages where he kept me abreast of developments, he told me that the work was completed.
Alaw Bach Repair (Continued)
I arrived to collect my boat and was curious to see how the repairs would look.
Delighted is all I can say.
He managed to match the colour on the orange deck and do the repairs so that you would only see them if you really looked. He also glassed on the inside to strengthen the repair rather that it be just cosmetic.
The white underside was repaired superbly, there were a few chunks of gel coat missing and left on rocks near lulworth so he had his work cut out.
I was extremely pleased with his work.
What do I owe you I asked him, the response was more than reasonable and I paid with a smile and a grateful heart.
To get to the point, I would recommend Steve to everyone and point out that he is a thoroughly nice, knowledgable, conscientious and cheery gentleman to deal with. Just speaking with him brightened up my day, I kid you not.
I really look forward to dealing with Steve again!Continued
Romany Surf
"Getting the correct kayak for you – I came across Southern Sea Kayaks while doing what most people do these days, surfing the web rather than surfing the waves. Even at this point it was clear that the website was geared around informing you to select the correct kayak rather than sales pitches and stock promotions. A quick (ok so maybe it wasn't that quick but it was interesting) phone call later and a time was arranged to go and have a look at a couple of options that sounded suitable. Meeting Steve his passion for kayaking and knowledge is clear and helping you make the right choice is the priority. Steve took the time to listen to what I was after even though I wasn't at all sure myself. After 2 visits and a lot of thinking I'm now the very proud owner of a Romany Surf fitted out and adjusted to fit me, couldn't be happier with the choice of boat or supplier. If your thinking of getting a kayak go and see Southern Sea Kayaks rather than buying off an online spec. The numbers said I should have been a different boat but Steve made sure I got the correct one. "Romany Surf
Custom Romany Classic
I had an image of my dream kayak in my mind and Steve helped me turn it into a reality. And it was ever so easy and quick! He drew it out, helped me pick the exact colours I was looking for by using his RAL cards. He gave me some great suggestions on what else would be possible (I had some flares put on the front and back) and he put the order through on the same day.
The sky is the limit with an NDK kayak, there are endless possibilities for you to put your personal touch on your kayak. Different colour seat/ decklines/ stickers/ hull/ deck/ trim and so forth. Whatever you desire, Steve can turn it into a reality!
I would recommend Southern sea kayaks to everyone. Steve is extremely knowledgable about everything kayak. He will go out of his way to ensure his customers happiness and really takes his time for you.
You're not just a number with Steve.
Steve thank you so much for helping me turn my dream kayak into a reality.
Romany Classic 3 Piece Custom
I brought a 3 piece Romany from Steve which he had been using as a demo boat. I had seen it on Ebay by chance, then went to his website which featured the boat. I had seen Romany kayaks so I was aware of the quality of these boats.I was getting concerned when loading my plastic valley on the roof in a crowded car park when alone of it slipping off and landing on someones new motor. Being 70 next year Feb I thought I would treat myself to an early present. I have found the boat performs no different from a solid construction. The benefits are it fits in the back of my car, No stress driving at speed or in traffic and loads easily. Secondly it stores neatly in my garage. The boat has a few extras a compass. up graded seat also Steve had it fitted to fit him, fortunately I am a similar build, it me fits well. Steve is a great guy to deal with, the transaction was straight forward. looking to future paddles.
Romany Excel 3 Piece
Hi I bought a 3 piece Romany from Steve, service was excellent, even replaced free of charge a day hatch cover which came off somewhere on the A31
🤒, nice chap and fantastic Service.
NDK Explorer
"If you want a quality British Sea Kayak, which would be a Nigel Dennis Kayak, with a pedigree as long as your paddle, then go and see Steve Jones at Southern Sea Kayaks. I have bought two NDK kayaks through Southern Sea Kayaks, along with a Celtic paddle and Steve's friendly and helpful service is second to none. Not only is he a really nice guy but an ace paddler too and so he knows what he is talking about when it comes to kayaks and kayaking. There is no high pressure sales pitch just friendly and helpful advice to get the right boat and fitted out personally for optimum fit. A great local business which I am very happy to support with absolute confidence."
Various NDK Parts
SKUK boats are made to the highest standard. Steve is great and points me in the right direction from time to time. Brilliant
1-2-1 Coaching
Just returned from a couple of amazing days under the tuition of Steve Jones. Excellent coaching, and a great two days on the water. Many thanks Steve. I'll be back down soon.
NDK Latitude & Sportive
You could not meet a sea kayaker with more knowledge & experience. He knows as much about the boats he sells as the manufacturers, possibly more!
Definitely no hard sell, lots of friendly help & patience to find the best boat for you and to help you fit it out for comfort & performance.
I've always had difficulty with size 11 feet in the lovely NDK sea kayaks, wasting money and time in the past by buying several wrong model boats. I quickly fully trusted Steve. We took the foot rests out, I sat in a few models on that basis and I had a very helpful demo.
I now own a new Latitude composite boat and a plastic Sportive model, both bought from Steve. I fit well in both with personal adaptions he suggested and I love them.
I have no doubt that my sea kayaking will now develop as a result and with less discomfort on longer trips. Thanks only to Steve the best NDK dealer you will find.
NDK Sportive
Highly recommended for anyone interested in buying a NDK boat. very helpful and great customer service!
Romany Surf
I chose to buy my Romany Surf from Steve and I am very pleased with it. Steve is tremendously knowledgeable about kayaks in general and NDK kayaks in particular. He was able to advise me very expertly on the pros and cons. I needed to adjust the seat a bit after my first couple of paddles and Steve offered to do this for me! That's service! I settled for a bit of advice over the phone and he sent over the necessary parts (for which he did not charge anything). I think it's important when you're buying a kayak to have confidence that you're getting the right one for you. That's why I went to Steve!
Romany Sport & Sportive
We found Steve by accident we needed a replacement seat for our Triton tandem kayak. Steve's patience and service were exemplary. From this experience I decided to buy a Romany sportive for my girlfriend who loved it so much. I tried the sportive and was so impressed I decided to buy a Romany sport RM we are now a matching Orange team. The kayaks are exceedingly seaworthy easy to handle and admired by everybody who sees them. Cheers Steve
Romany Classic
Originally I went to Steve with a view to possibly purchasing a sportive. I was very hesitant about it and whilst Steve highlighted the pro's & con's of the sportive he was in no way pushy – he would happily have seen me leave having not made a sale. After deciding the Romany Classic was the kayak for me Steve collected my preferred colour, even travelling at 'out of office' hours to collect it. Then when I went to pick it up spent time outfitting it to me. Thank you Steve.
Romany Sport
I bought a Romany Sport and Steve was a great help in ensuring that I fitted the boat properly. Nothing was too much trouble for him and he has subsequent been great with advice regarding keel strips-a top man
Romany Surf
I ordered a composite Romany Surf in Sept 2016 through Southern Sea Kayaks, great service, great boat, a pleasure to deal with.
Couldn't recommend the dealer, the brand or the boats anymore highly.
Demo some, place an order, and you could find your happy place too!
Celtic Paddle
Steve provided excellent advice and service when I was choosing and purchasing a new Celtic pro paddle; nothing was too much trouble & and it's great having someone with that friendly expertise 'on the doorstep'. Now looking forward to trying and hopefully buying the new Romany LV Sport !
Romany Classic
Southern Sea Kayaks is small outlet for obtaining a great sea kayak and paddles etc to take your skills that little bit further and your journey in life that extra mile.
Steve Jones is very helpful and is more than happy to share his wealth of knowledge and experience to point his customers in the right direction.
I personally found Steve very helpful and nothing is too much trouble to keep me afloat.
He did a fantastic job on fitting a keel strip on my new Romany, quality …
Romany Surf & Romany Sport
Steve has a somewhat un-rivalled passion for sea kayaking (could say obsession really!) I have purchased THREE boats through Steve and he has always been professional, courteous and helpful. He has a wealth of knowledge in and around the Jurassic coastline should you wish to be guided by SSK, Always a pleasure to meet up and paddle with Steve and you will certainly be coming away with more than just new skills, maybe a new NDK boat!!
Romany Surf
Steve is very knowledgeable and nothing is too much trouble. It took me a while to decide as I was torn between the Romany classic and surf. Several visits, numerous emails and messages, testing fit, demo and final fitting of my new surf, throughout Steve's service was exceptional. Thanks for your help and patience.
Romany Classic
I purchased a Romany Classic from Steve and can't thank him enough for taking the time and trouble to make sure everything was a perfect fit for me. Certainly to be highly recommended, and a pleasure to deal with. Cup of tea wasn't too shabby either! thanks
Romany Surf
I bought my Romany Surf from Steve after he recommended it to me when I visited his place near Blandford. We went out for a paddle so that I could get the feel of it. Steve's knowledge and experience is second to none. He was extremely helpful and gave me the confidence to know that I was buying what was best for me. Having just spent the last week in the Scillies with my new Romany I can say without a shadow of a doubt that I love it! I couldn't be happier with the service Steve gave and the beautiful boat I have bought.
Custom Pilgrim
Kayaks suitable for my size, amazing choice of colours, plenty of options and great build quality. Steve was able to let me demo the boat I was interested in and had lots of hints and tips on how to get the best out of it. My dream kayak built to order. Very happy!
Michael Luis Garcia
Great coaching from an excellent paddler – was able to give really focused advice in a great setting.
KCS Expedition Trolley
Hi Steve,
Have today received my expedition trolley along with hand written covering note from Ronnie at KCS. Very pleased with the trolley and no problems getting wheels into rear hatch of boat.
Many thanks for such a rapid and friendly service.
I hope to be able to do business with you again soon and will certainly recommend you to others.
Best wishes
Ben Wall
Romany Classic with Bucket seat
When I first emailed Steve to arrange a test paddle he replied quickly and was friendly, professional and enthusiastic. We discussed which kayak would best suit my needs and before long I was paddling one of Steve's Romany classics out to Brownsea island. Steve was very flexible about the time and date for my demo-day and was happy to let my wife come along for a paddle too.
My many questions about outfitting, handling and colours were answered with patience and enthusiasm and Steve even took the time to give us a rescue and rolling session after we'd polished off his tea and biscuits!
I'm now the proud owner of my own Romany Classic with custom fitted bucket seat which, thanks to Steve's extensive knowledge and skill, fits me like a glove.
My wife and I are delighted to have met Steve and would not hesitate to recommend his services, whether you're interested in a new boat or some first class coaching. We will be back down to paddle the Jurassic coast with him in the near future.
Celtic Paddle
I got a Celtic cranked paddle with carbon blades from Steve to trial and loved it so much I bought it.
I had been suffering from tenosynovitis and Steve knew straight away which paddle I should try. He is so helpful and knowledgeable about anything kayaking related.
Southern Sea Kayaks comes highly recommended. Very happy customer 🙂
Custom Romany Classic
Hi Steve,
I would like to thank you for a pleasant experience. Seems less of a financial exchange and more like making a new friend.
Thank you for all your help and advice. I was delighted to get home in the wind and rain and be able to take my new Romany classic off the roof and on to my shoulder in one movement. And then balance the boat in mid air, on my arm [and my arms are not that strong] to tip the water out. That balance in the design is exactly what I hoped it would allow me to do.
Best regards
I've just bought a stunning new NDK Echo from Steve, which is now our second boat from Southern Sea Kayaks (Dave my husband bought a Romany). I spent some time paddling to test it out and Dave and I had some fantastic coaching to improve our skills and build confidence in the water. Steve's knowledge, experience, helpfulness and generosity is second to none and he is just the nicest guy. I can't recommend him enough and I absolutely love my new Echo. Thanks Steve!
NDK Parts
Steve is a really helpful and friendly guy, and nothing was to much trouble for him, I totally recommend him and southern sea kayaks.
Pilgrim Repair
I recently sent my SKUK Pilgrim in for a repair. It was quite a complicated one and Steve did a wonderful job on it. I won't get into the habit of damaging my boat but if I needed any repairs I would choose Steve every time to do it. It was quick and expertly done. Thank you!
NDK Explorer
Massive thanks to Steve for sorting me my NDK Explorer I absolutely love it!, such a friendly knowledgeable chap that really gets you sorted for what you need and will get the boat perfect for you.
Highly recommended if your after a new boat, parts/accessories or repairs give Steve a shout!. Legend!
Romany Surf and Celtic Paddle
Southern dealer for SEAKAYAKINGUK / Nigel Dennis Kayaks.
Steve Jones always has a good range of demo boats and Celtic paddles but most importantly, he had all the knowledge and experience to make sure you get the right boat and that it's fitted just for you.
He was a pleasure to deal with and I can't recommend him highly enough.
A very happy customer!
Romany Classic & Romany Sport
Steve Jones is an amazing guy. Incredibly patient and enthusiastic about kayaking .
No hard sell, just a passion for matching you with your perfect forever kayak.
Romany Surf 3 Piece 50/50 Custom
Great friendly personal service. Very knowledgeable advise to help you select the best boat for you needs.
Latitude Custom Elite Layup
I bought a NDK Latitude through Steve. Based in Dorset I'm lucky to have such a knowledgeable, experienced & helpful dealer nearby. Having only been kayaking for less than a year I didn't want to make an expensive mistake in purchasing a kayak. Sitting in the various models he stocks, it was apparent that the Latitude fitted me well except for my big feet. Also while on the demo paddle the seat didn't quite feel right. Steve suggested not fitting the foot plates but instead having a foam footplate to give a little more width for feet and he suggested I tried the optional bucket seat. Both are great fixes and with the personal fitting out he provides I've got a very comfortable boat. When I finally chose the colours (Steve has small colour discs to help), the purchase went smoothly. The quality of the kayak and layup is excellent. I had a slight issue with a wonky name sticker on the side, t'was replaced free of charge. I'd highly recommend both NDK and Steve as a dealer.
Keel Strip and repairs
I Just picked up my kayak from Steve after a great job he's made of touching up the gel coat and fitting a keel Strip.
A really helpful service, and a great guy to deal with.
Romany Sportive
What a lovely way to buy a Sea Kayak. Steve is a super relaxed yet knowledgable chap and happily entertained our 7 month old Bertie whilst mummy checked out her Bright pink Romany Sportive Nigel Dennis Design. Swiftly fitted out, the boat is a dream to paddle. I can absolutely recommend Southern Sea Kayaks great products and you even get a handshake!
Celtic Paddle
Fantastic service from Steve. I was looking for a new euro paddle. I was able to try one out first – loved it and put an order in soon after. It arrived within a few days and was perfect. Steve spent as much time as I needed to sort out my requirements and I am more than happy to recommend him and his products.
From a very happy customer 😊
Celtic Paddle
Having paddled with Steve and seen what an expert sea kayaker he is, I had no hesitation in trusting his judgement when the time came to replace my paddle. The Celtic paddle he recommended was a perfect match for me, it was delivered quickly and there were no glitches. One v happy customer.


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Manton St Tales
It doesn't pay to jump to conclusions about player signings, warns Paul Marcuccitti – but we should also be wary of reading too much into United's weekend salvation.
Well, it's surely time to discuss one of our favourite topics here at Manton Street Tales: the Malaysia Super League.
Oh come on, don't pretend you're not following it. I've read plenty of expert commentary about it in recent months.
Indeed, to my surprise, I discovered a cohort of South Australians who seemed well-informed about it back in July when Adelaide United signed Danish midfielder/forward Ken Ilsø.
One said, "playing in Malaysia is hardly exciting". Another added, "when you've played for Home United – not expecting much at all" (and before you experts jump on me, yes that's a Singaporean team). Then there was, "(his) stats look rubbish in rubbish leagues". Amongst others.
Of course, for some time, we've lived with both Wikipedia and simulation games like Football Manager. The former can instantly give you a professional player's CV; with the latter you can take control of Halifax Town and wheel and deal players on a journey that turns the fifth-tier English club into a UEFA Champions League winner.
But while we have these wonderful things that provide quick information or convince us that we could easily run a club ourselves if given the chance, a real recruiter is making phone calls to overseas contacts about someone, analysing footage, trying to learn about the player's attitude (both on and off the pitch), working out whether he or she will fit in with the team's style, whether there's enough budget for the likely salary, etcetera.
All of this is not intended to tell fans that they shouldn't have an opinion on a new signing. But I wouldn't be too hasty to make assumptions based on the player's most recent ports-of-call.
I hadn't heard of Ilsø before Adelaide United signed him. He played just one season in a league I spend any time following – Germany's Bundesliga – and, as it was at struggling Fortuna Düsseldorf six years ago, it's hardly surprising that I never came across him (or did but have since forgotten).
A-League fans knowing little or nothing about new overseas signings is quite normal. Most of us don't follow leagues outside Europe's big five (England, France, Germany, Italy and Spain) unless we have heritage in different countries or peculiar interests.
But these little-known signings often turn out to be top players in the A-League. Among those that have, you can include chaps like Marcelo Carrusca, Sergio Cirio, Pablo Sánchez and Isaías who all helped propel Adelaide United to the 2015-16 A-League title. And how about scoring machine Bobô whose goals were a big part of Sydney FC's dominance for two seasons?
Mind you, if the experts checked a few more Wikipedia pages they might be less dismissive of Malaysia. It's currently ranked sixth in the East Region of the Asian Football Confederation's Club Competitions Ranking (a measure used to determine how many teams each country gets in the Asian Champions League). Australia is ranked fifth – having just slipped below Thailand…
Adelaide United cult hero Taylor Regan played in Malaysia for nearly a year (after being released by Newcastle Jets) before United signed him. It's also the country in which Andrew Nabbout got his career back on track after Melbourne Victory let him go – earlier this year he was in the Socceroos' starting team for the World Cup matches against France and Denmark.
On Saturday, Ken Ilsø scored two excellent goals in the Reds' 3-1 win in Wellington. It doesn't mean he'll be a star this season and rushing to such a conclusion, in round five, would almost be as daft as deciding he couldn't be much good because he last played in Malaysia.
But even before he bulged the net for the first time on Saturday, it shouldn't have been hard to see why United signed the Dane. The club has been looking for a number 10 since Carrusca was released in mid 2017. Ilsø plays that position and, as we've just seen, he can do a job at number nine as well. Try finding a high-level player like that who won't break the bank the next time you play Football Manager.
It was a welcome three points for the Reds after the disappointing loss to Perth a fortnight ago, however, we need to bear in mind that Wellington will probably resume its yearly battle for the wooden spoon with Central Coast Mariners.
Marco Kurz made four changes to the starting team, two of which were forced: Michael Jakobsen became the latest United player to suffer injury/soreness and Mirko Boland will be sidelined for a while with a torn hamstring. Ryan Strain and Apostolos Stamatelopoulos were omitted.
The replacements were mostly like-for-like. Taylor Regan for Jakobsen; Michael Marrone for Strain; and (to a degree) Ilsø for Stamatelopoulos. But Boland, a central midfielder, was replaced by winger Ryan Kitto.
To accommodate that, Kurz brought Craig Goodwin into midfield. A curious decision given that, from the wing, he's been United's best player so far this season.
The result of this shuffling was that the Reds looked out of sorts for most of the first half. Not surprisingly, Goodwin and Kitto were often in similar areas on United's left.
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Sometimes you get lucky. After conceding an early goal, the Reds' equaliser arrived just before half time with a cross from the left. But it wasn't from Goodwin or Kitto. Instead it was Ben Halloran – who's probably currently second to Goodwin in player of the season standings – drifting over from the right and delivering a wicked ball which unfortunate Wellington defender Tom Doyle could only send in to his own net.
The second half was better and that was partly because Goodwin dropped a little deeper. But I fear if this strategy is repeated against better opposition, it might come unstuck.
Despite scoring twice when leading the line, Ilsø would ideally return to an attacking midfield role. Without the right player in that spot, nearly everything has to go down United's wings. That has plenty of upside: Halloran, Goodwin, Kitto and Nikola Mileusnic are all extremely quick. But the more routes to goal there are, the better.
The only genuine striker available at the moment is young Stamatelopoulos and, while I'd love to see him get more opportunities, he can't yet be expected to play a full match at centre forward every week.
And if Baba Diawara doesn't return and a replacement is needed, at least we know we can check out the goalscoring charts in the Malaysia Super League.
Paul Marcuccitti is InDaily's soccer columnist.
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At the opening ceremony of the three-day exhibition in Ha Noi Thursday, Hung also said sustainable development of the oil and gas industry was central to the strategy for development of Viet Nam's energy sector through 2025.
GASEX 2008 is the first such exhibition held in Viet Nam. Themed "Integration and Sustainable Development," GASEX 2008 will focus on regional and global problems; the development of the energy and gas sectors; gas trading; natural gas exploitation technologies and gas management skills.
The Government would continue perfecting the legal framework and infrastructure to help the industry develop comprehensively, he said, noting that the Government has already created favourable conditions for investors in the sector.
PetroVietnam director general Tran Ngoc Canh also told the opening ceremony about the Bach Ho gas field, an important clean energy resource with a total output of 1.5-2 billion cu.m of gas per year.
While natural gas is a primary resource in power generation and fertiliser production,Viet Nam has only three gas pipelines in the south with a total length of 1,000km, Canh said. PetroVietnam was planning to build additional gas pipelines that would connect the country with other countries in the region, he added.
Tie-up with Egypt
In a press release yesterday, PetroVietnam also announced that it had inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation.
The MoU expressed the intent of both sides to bolster co-operation in oil and gas exploration, exploitation and production in Egypt, Viet Nam or a third nation.
Since last year, PetroVietnam has sought to acquire a major stake in the South Siwa Lot project in Egypt, managed by Al Thani Investment Group. If approved by Egyptian authorities, PetroVietnam would become operator of the project.
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Vietnam becomes big market for cosmetics 2008-11-15
Vietnam rejects Posco steel mill project 2008-11-15
Foreign investment in Vietnam may fall in 2009 2008-11-15
Expanding branches financially burdening banks 2008-11-14
New share issues weigh on VN-Index 2008-11-13
Deflation will not occur in Vietnam: expert 2008-11-13
Access to credit key to reviving property market 2008-11-13
Conservation plan to help reduce energy costs 2008-11-13
Taxi firms in Hanoi cut fee, four days after petrol price cut 2008-11-13
VND/US$ exchange rate soars, gold price drops 2008-11-13


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Being neither a child, an animal, nor elderly, I went for a bike ride.
I was on the road at 7am; it was already 85 F and 67% humidity. It was definitely warm, but as long as I was moving and in the shade, it was fine. When I stopped to take a picture, though, the floodgates of my sweat pores opened and I was drenched instantly.
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It is 6:30 am and I have been awake the entire night very sick. I started getting a headache when I fell asleep, and so took my Fioricet and 1/2 a muscle relaxer. This served to make me extremely nauseous and sick. The headache turns out to be a classic, throbbing, migraine, so the Fioricet does nothing for it. I spend the entire night in an enormous amount of pain. This was the cycle I went through each month last year before I ended up in the hospital. It is like my body is toxic again, or reacting to something I ate. It is also the last day of my period, so I know now that this is effecting me greatly. I used to think this cycle was a flu or something, but now I know better. Ironically, I was at Dr. S earlier this day, and told him these migraines weren't happening anymore.
When I am alone in the middle of the night and my body is rebelling against me I start to lose my positive attitude. I realize how alone I am in the battle in my body. Nobody can get inside there at 3 am and fix what is raging inside of me. I want to give up. I am so tired of feeling like this. It is a roller coaster. One day/week I feel good, then I get sick again.
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I am questioning myself now. DO I have lupus? Do I have fibromyalgia? Do I have lyme disease? I am so confused, and FRUSTRATED.
It is light outside now. I haven't slept the entire night. This is very bad for my immune system and robbing my body of the chance to heal. I read back over my posts and I seem erratic. One day I am at peace and positive, the next I am frustrated and hopeless. I realize this is lyme disease.


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Ride sharing legislation that could pave the way for Uber to come to Winnipeg was passed early Friday morning.
Bill 30 will dissolve the Manitoba Taxicab Board and give the board's authority to local municipalities, which could develop by-laws to allow for ride-sharing companies like Uber.
The Conservative government says the law won't go into effect until March 1, 2018.
RELATED: Next step in allowing ride sharing services in Manitoba starts Monday night
But not everyone is excited about the possibility of ride sharing in the province. Friday, the taxi industry held a rally to express their frustration over the changes to the city's taxi system.
350 cabs circled the Manitoba Legislative Building and City Hall before a meeting with Mayor Brain Bowman on Friday.
Duffy's Taxi vice president Jaspal Bedi said most of the talks revolved around safety — something he said is more important to cab drivers than business or financial gain.
"We're raising the bar for safety," Bedi said. "It should be the same for ride sharing. Our number one priority is safety."
"They say you get what you pay for. If you get jumped in a cab, you are protected head to toe."
Bedi expressed frustrations Friday over the plan to bring in ride sharing; pointing to driver shields, security cameras, and current protocol required to receive a cab license. Drivers must undergo an 80-hour training course, criminal background check, and a child abuse registry check before they hit the road.
READ MORE: Cab drivers worried about Uber pack Winnipeg city hall
But a spokesperson from Uber Canada told Global News that their potential drivers must meet similar tests before signing up for their ride sharing application as well.
The Public Policy manager for Canada, Chris Schafer, said Uber drivers undergo annual criminal background checks, as well as vehicle inspections and motor vehicle references checks.
Schafer said the fact that Uber drivers aren't anonymous and that they don't take cash sets them apart from cab drivers, who are harder to track.
In their meeting, the taxi industry said they urged Bowman to impose identical safety measures in both ride sharing cars and taxis.
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Date: 16th November, 2017
A special Christmas Day lunch is again being held this year for people who might otherwise be alone.
The event started at Trowbridge fire station in 2011 but is now hosted in the Atrium of County Hall, with over 200 guests and volunteers involved last year.
Originally organised by staff from Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service, volunteers are now drawn from the Service, Wiltshire Council, Apetito and Elior, operating as Company For Christmas.
The 2016-17 High Sheriff of Wiltshire, Sir David Hempleman-Adams, chose Company For Christmas as one of just five recipients of a High Sheriff's Commendation for his year, and the award was presented to the event's founders in March.
Control Crew Manager Kate Dewey has been involved from the outset and said: "The lunch is free and open to anyone who doesn't want to be on their own on Christmas Day, and we welcome all ages and backgrounds. None of it would be possible without the amazingly generous donations that we get from the local community, or the support of our fantastic volunteers – all of whom are prepared to give up their own Christmas Day to ensure that others can celebrate as well."
She added: "The generosity we receive, with offers of help and donations every year, is heart-warming and overwhelming. Any volunteers who would like to come and help out are always welcome, we aim for a family atmosphere where guests and volunteers all sit together to share lunch. As Apetito kindly donate all the dinners and Elior provide the dining facilities, catering staff and cakes, the main job for volunteers is to make our guests feel welcome and provide company."
Baroness Scott of Bybrook OBE, Leader of Wiltshire Council, said: "We're delighted to once again host this really worthwhile lunch event in the Atrium at County Hall, as no one should be alone on Christmas Day. We recognise that this event helps many people to come together to celebrate the day and enjoy a wonderful Christmas lunch. I would like to extend my thanks to all the volunteers who work so hard to plan and deliver this very special event. I know many staff from Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service, Wiltshire Council and Company for Christmas give up their time to help make the day such a success."
If you would like to support Company for Christmas, the team are keen to hear from volunteers who are willing to:
- help collect guests and return them home in the afternoon
- be companions on the day
- put together gift bags for guests to take home
- provide general help and support as needed on the day
Prior to the event, volunteers are also needed to help with leaflet drops, putting up posters, and collecting/sorting gift donations. On Saturday 23 December, the team will be setting up the Atrium at County Hall and additional help between 9.30am and 12noon would be very welcome.
Kate said: "This year, we will be opening the doors at 10am on Christmas morning for volunteers and hope that all guests will be at the Atrium by 11.30am ready for lunch to start at 12noon. After lunch there will be a raffle and singing, and our guests will be taken home with their gift bags around 3pm. Volunteers will be needed for the tidying up and hopefully we will all be home by 4pm."
The team is asking for donations of non-perishable items for the gift bags, such as boxes of biscuits and chocolates, coffee and tea bags, selection packs, toys, hats and scarf sets, socks and tights, slippers and toiletry gift sets; these can be handed in at County Hall. If you would like to make a monetary donation, the details are A/C no. 87345811, Sort code: 09-01-28.
Anyone wishing to book a lunch as a guest or volunteer can phone 07934 172734 or 07734 483881.