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Good business printing speed for the price. Fast photo printing. WiFi.
Limited feature set. Sub-par photo quality. Awkward printing from memory cards or USB keys.
Bottom Line
The Lexmark Impact S305 is a no-frills multifunction printer (MFP) that provides good business-printing speed for its price, fast photo printing, and decent text and graphics quality.
The Lexmark Impact S305 ($99.99 direct) is an inexpensive multifunction printer (MFP) that provides good speed for its price and decent text and graphics output. It doesn't give you a lot of frills, but it provides solid performance.
The S305 can print, copy, and scan, print from PictBridge-enable cameras, and print from or scan to memory cards and USB keys. However, there's no way to preview images on a memory card or USB key on the S305's 2-line, text-only display. You have to print out a proof sheet, a small but annoying extra step. Scanning to either memory card or key, though, is straightforward.
The S305, which measures 7 by 18.3 by 13.3 inches (HWD) and weighs 14.3 pounds, is a coffee-colored printer with rounded edges. The lid, which hides the scanner's flatbed, is surrounded by a silver bezel.
The 100-sheet paper capacity is typical of MFPs in its price range, though suitable for only light duty as a home-office printer (unless you don't mind adding paper several times a week). The scanner is a flatbed that lacks an automatic document feeder (ADF). It can fit up to A4-sized paper.
It can connect to a computer by a USB cable or to a network via WiFi (but not by Ethernet). We tested it over a USB connection to a PC running Windows Vista.
Print Speed and Output Quality The Impact S305 printed out the latest version of our business applications suite (timed with QualityLogic's hardware and software) at a speed of 2.7 effective pages per minute (ppm), a good time for a $100 MFP. The Canon Pixma MG5120 ($109.99 direct, 3.5 stars) averaged 2.4 ppm, while the Brother MFC-J410w ($100 street, 3.5 stars) was clocked at 2.2 ppm. The Editors' Choice Epson Stylus NX625 ($149.99 direct, 4 stars) zipped through the tests at an average of 4 ppm. The S305 averaged 43 seconds to output a 4-by-6 print, a very good time.
Text quality was typical of an inkjet MFPgood enough to be used for schoolwork or internal business documents, but you might not want to use it for a resume or other document you want to make a good visual impression with.
Graphics quality was also typical of inkjets, good enough for schoolwork and general business use, including PowerPoint handouts. Issuesnone of them severeincluded posterization (abrupt shifts in color where they should be gradual) and banding (a regular pattern of lines or bands of discoloration).
Photo quality was below par. Colors, though rich, often crossed the line into oversaturation. Several images showed dithering, with solid areas breaking up into fine graininess. Resolution of fine detail suffered in places. One color print showed a slight bluish tint. The quality of about half of the prints was about what you'd expect from drugstore photos, while the others fell a little short of that level.
The Lexmark Impact S305 provides basic MFP functions and good speed for its budget price. It could be used as a home printer, provided you're not too picky about photo quality, or a home-office machine for very light duty, or as a dorm printer for a cash-strapped student. Other machines in its price range, such as the Brother MFC-J410, offer fax capabilities, but the S305's speed, and its decent text and graphics output quality, make it worth a look. If you can spring for, it the Editors' Choice Epson Stylus NX625 has greater speed and paper capacity, and adds Ethernet connectivity and other features.
Check out the test scores for the Lexmark Impact S305 .
Compare the Lexmark Impact S305 with several other MFPs side by side.
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Morning Without End
Morning Without End
Painting my home is a challenge. As that is mostly what I do paint, painting is a terrible challenge. Painting is hard. It becomes particularly difficult when I try to bring intangible aspects to an effort. It is hard enough to keep all the spinning plates balanced and spinning
– perspective, value, shape, placement, color –
but add in memories partially faded and present emotions and circumstances,
and the challenge is too much for me. I still try, though. The painting offered here is part realism and part – I don't know. The view is morning looking south from our home over my aunt and uncle's property with a full but fading moon barely visible in the upper right. I have seen it my entire life. How do you paint something like that? I'm sure I failed. I know I didn't meet my expectations, but after they passed away, a great painting felt less important than a statement of calm and persistence.
See, they were both believers in the Resurrection. They knew the hope that everyone could get lost, dragged down, muddied – and still be found, picked up, and cleaned. They knew forgiveness, the good kind of sorrow, encouragement, and simplicity.
He owned a general store. The cool kind where men would sit around and talk, where sandwiches were thick, the floors and counters were smooth from decades of use, where tires were changed, kerosene was pumped in the back, feed bags were piled up, boxes of fruits lined the way in season, and if you didn't have money you could still walk out with goods.
She held a variety of jobs. I could name them, but what I love (present tense) about her is her introspection. She would speak with me about inner things. Not for show, but a real exchange of emotions and ideas. She mingled deep things and common sense. She was the best kind of family. Oh, and they raised two beautiful daughters that have the best kids. Lessons on lessons.
How do you paint that? I can't, but every morning I pull aside the south-facing curtains I'm reminded of them, past and present, and of a future where Mourning ends once, and Morning comes without end. This is the beginning.

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A holiday home at Mission Beach constructed from 4 adjoining shipping containers. This method of construction was selected to enable fabrication of the majority of the home in a workshop and minimise time on site. The bottom level is constructed from blockwork and accommodates utilities, a rainwater tank and storage areas. High performance Low-E glazing improves energy efficiency and a solar system is mounted on the roof. High quality finishes have been used throughout. Constructed by Phoenix Constructions, Townsville.
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Transparent report management based on our BPM software at McDonald's
Requirements: transparent operational structures and processing methods
Each year, between 1,500 and 1,600 real estate and construction-related incidents are registered by the almost 1,480 restaurants in Germany, which averages out to 1.5 reported incidents per restaurant. Since 80 percent of McDonald's restaurants are operated by licensees, with McDonald's owning the property in most cases, incidents of reported damage often lead to discussions as to who must carry the cost. However, until 2011 a transparent operational structure and processing method was lacking.
The objective was to create a communication platform for all restaurant operators that would eventually offer the following:
- Standardized, easy to use, and transparent system for licensees and company-owned restaurants
- Control function
- Traceability
Solution: implementing inubit BPM software
Experience shows that it is much more efficient to take a straightforward approach in the early stages and incorporate deeper insights as the project progresses on an iterative basis. This method is better than trying to account for and model all eventualities in advance.
Prerequisites for ensuring the speedy and successful implementation of the project included:
- Short time to market thanks to the KISS principle (Keep It Short and Simple)
- Ease of integrating BPM software in order to avoid silo solutions
- Use of master data from the in-house ERP system
- Precise mapping of business processes thanks to cooperation between IT team and department
- Dynamic modeling to accelerate and complete process data
Results: dynamic modeling methods and fast time to market
Introducing the ODST based on inubit BPM software allowed McDonald's Deutschland to achieve a very fast time to market. Meanwhile, the company's modeling methods are becoming increasingly dynamic.
Including the department in the modeling process is also an absolute win-win because "to a certain extent, we have very strict rules that are set, for example, by external auditors or the American parent company. The departments must be able to rely on receiving what they have ordered in the form of a product," says Dieter Opitz.
Since the BPM software based ODST now operates with very complicated sets of rules, McDonald's is currently contemplating whether to develop a rule set or definition of the rules in conjunction with Bosch Software Innovations for one of the upcoming projects. Here, too, fast implementation is guaranteed, thanks to integrated connectors to the Visual Rules BRM software solution.
About McDonald's Deutschland
McDonald's is one of the world's most famous brands. With almost 1,480 restaurants in Germany, the company leads its market in the German gastronomy sector. McDonald's and its 240 franchisees employ a combined staff of around 60,000. Over 85 percent of McDonald's restaurants in Germany are run by self-employed businessmen and -women who act as brand ambassadors in their local region. The first German McDonald's restaurant opened on December 4, 1971 in Martin-Luther-Strasse in Munich.


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"I love our Library. It provides the soul of downtown in many ways."
The Westport Library is supported by the public/private partnership between the Town and individual donors. Support from the generosity of donors ensures that the Library can continue to provide the excellent service and exceptional programming the community expects.
The Westport Library Association is a registered 501(c)(3) cultural institution. Gifts are fully deductible under federal tax regulations. Donations are accepted on-line using major credit cards on our safe and secure web portal. The Library does not share donor information.
Donate Now!
The Westport Library is only as strong as its community of support. There are many ways to contribute to the Library, including:
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The Annual Fund supports the programs, materials and services that keep the Library at the center of the community's intellectual life. Gifts at all levels are welcome. Your generous contribution to the Library helps fund the book collections, online databases, children's and teen programs, new technology and more.
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Sporting KC
Once a star in KC, Kamara watches mates from afar
Born Kei Ansu Kamara, but known better around these parts simply as "Kei," this Sierra Leone native remained a fan of Sporting Kansas City even once his career took him elsewhere.
Initially brought to KC in 2009 via a trade with the Houston Dynamo, Kamara quickly became a fan favorite — and one of Sporting's most lethal scorers. So potent was his attack that he was signed on loan by Norwich City of the English Premiere League in January.
Once that stint ended, Kamara was back in Kansas City ... but only briefly. In September, after logging 10 starts for Sporting (seven goals, two assists), he was claimed by another English side: Middlesbrough FC of the Football League Championship.
Even with all of his globe-trotting, Kamara made sure he was in front of a TV to watch his old KC mates claim the MLS Cup on Dec. 7, tweeting, "So proud of this team. #MLSCUPCHAMPS Kansas City deserves it all. Don't forget to mail my ring. Jk. #SKCNation"


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Once, not so long ago, we could put off ticking the Cybersafety box until our children reached the teenage years, but now parents and educators need a greater awareness from a much earlier age.
Primary children first start exploring the Internet a lot sooner than we imagine. Many as young as 4 or 5 tap away at preschool games, watch Youtube clips, socialise in virtual worlds such as Moshi Monsters, and search Google. We need to work together to ensure that we are teaching them cyber safety strategies from the earliest possible moment.
The following research needs to be noted:
- Children ages 2 – 11 make up nearly 20% of the active online universe (Nielsen, 2010
- 18% of 8 to 10 year olds spend time on some kind of social networking site daily (Kaiser, 2010).
- 71% of parents report having experienced one or more Internet-related issues with their children within the past year (Harris Interactive poll, 2007).
- 3 out of 4 parents think it's just as important to know how to use digital media as it is to learn traditional skills like reading and writing (Harris Interactive Poll, 2007).
Ensuring that your child is using a safe search site, reminding your children not to give out private information online, to be kind towards others, and to recognise the difference between advertisements and content are just some of the skills we can teach children in Primary school. Educators and parents need to be working together on this.
If you are not up to date with the latest sites being accessed by primary age children or you would like to be kept abreast of the latest cybersafety issues now is the time to subscribe to this website. It caters for all children from Prep to 12. Just enter your email address in the top right hand corner and confirm your subscription when an email arrives in your inbox.
Mrs Deborah Sukarna
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B.K.S. Iyengar would describe the feet by saying, "in standing poses imagine that your feet are like roots growing into the ground."
Did you know that our toes are supposed to always have a little space between each of them? Due to wearing shoes, we end up with deviated toes, curved Achilles, collapsed arches, and the list goes on. While some of these issues are related to how we formed in the womb, all of it can be helped by giving the feet a bit of focused attention. We want to try and find a balanced foot, so we can feel the arches lifting and gain equal weight on the outer edge, big toe, and heel.
The tendons that form on the anterior base of the ankle cross over all of our little joints and to the tip of our toes. These have a pretty distinct line. If you flex your foot gently, you can see the line, especially the one leading to the big toe. Shoes push our toes off to the side and these tendons can become curved and off-track.
This is one easy way to create space between your toes, getting the tendons back on track. Sit with a block under the ankle and knee (block under knee not in picture) so the knee and ankle can rest. Then, slide the tips of your fingers in between your toes. Sit like this for a few minutes, occasionally squeezing the toes into the fingers (creating movement). It's not shown here, but it's easier to do with the opposite hand to the opposite foot.
Now take your fingers away and extend your legs into dandasana. You'll see and feel the difference in your feet. It's quite amazing.
Your feet are so important in Yoga. They are the power source at our base that sends the vitality up into the body. They awaken all of our cells and remind us to breathe. They help us expand in all directions. Whether they are facing the sky in inversions or growing roots in tadasana, they are our connection to the earth. Marinate on that!


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In the earlier days bingo was played in every social meet an joyous occasions. Bingo could also be played in land casinos but people usually preferred playing it in with friends and family. This is a game that could be played with all age groups. Bingo is also known as Housie in many parts. Since casinos have gone online, you can stop relying on social occasions to play these games. Many online versions of this game are available to players along with These bonuses encourage people to play the online version and that too play for free.
You need to know at first the basic blackjack strategy. (E.g. when to hit, stand, and double down). Next, deposit $100 and you will receive a free $100 sticky bonus (now you have $200 in your account). Enter a single hand blackjack table and start wagering $3. If you win, start a new hand with the same amount. If you lose that hand, double your wager ($6 now), and so on. Since most of the casino set their blackjack table's limit to $100, you can only double your wager 5 times.
As blackjack is one of the quickest games in casinos, after 15 to 20 minutes of playing without losing all six consecutive hands, you should win around $200, and the wagering requirement will almost be achieved and you can cash out (wager requirement is pretty low with sticky bonus). You might think this strategy is pretty simple, and that's the beauty of it; it works, and works amazingly well with you having to do minimal mental work, winning in a short amount of time. Only one out of four times would we lose six consecutive hands before winning $200. These games are usually more popular among the women as little or no skills are required to win.
Thanks for reading this article, I hope, you have learned something new. I really enjoy sharing my passion with you. Be sure to check other articles about games and casino. Stay tuned for new materials. Be responsive with your game and your money, Good luck, and don`t forget to have fun!


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The AVS Tech Team specializes in PC repair, maintenance, and support either in our office or at your home or business. We also provide networking setup and assistance. Whether you've replaced your old computer and need data transferred or need assistance installing new hardware, the AVS Tech Team's professional, friendly technicians are here to serve you. Our mission is to provide the highest quality computer repair, networking, and technical services to residences and business in our community.
AVS TechTeam assists customers with their technology issues regardless of their internet service provider.
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Neil Welch, Continuous Resonance Project
Date: 11/20/2014
Location: Home studio in Clinton, WA (Whidbey Island)
Instrument: Tenor saxophone/harmon mute
It rained last night for the first time in about two weeks. For many days the sky has been clear with little wind and the air bitterly cold. This weather has been most welcome, but I was surprised to find how glad I was on waking this morning to see grey sky and a light wind blowing through the trees.
At the end of my practice session this morning right before I needed to run out the door to teach, I worked to channel the spirit of this day in an improvisation. In this piece I used two trilled fingerings as well as intermittent singing into the horn. The fingerings included the standard Low E and Low D fingerings with the Low Bb key depressed throughout and a constant trilling of the G key in the left hand. The sung melody was improvised within this undulating texture.
The image "Explosion Under Water" (1980) by Roman Signer.


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Hello! I would like to start of by saying that, if you are totally sick of the subject I am about to start typing about, I have kept you in mind. After the sprite patterns from the series that a good portion of people with TVs and computers are currently obsessed with, I will, for every day that I am doing this, draw one pattern from the jar of still to post sprite patterns. It may not be much, but I hope that it helps to calm your rage.
As you may have guessed from the title of today's post, I have made several Breaking Bad sprite patterns, and, as the series finale is on Sunday, am skipping the sprite patterns jar to post them all week. I have by no means made the full cast, and am not even entirely sure that people who like the show are going to be like, "Ah, man! I was having a good day before, but now that I can finally sit down and cross stitch Bob Odenkirk in a bad suit, I'm sure that the Lord has smiled upon me!" Actually, I am pretty sure that no one is going to think that. I did perler bead the pattern in question, though, so the Breaking Bad patterns have not entirely been made in vain.
Also, although I think that I have covered most of my bases, if there is a character that you feel like you absolutely need a cross stitch pattern of, let me know in the comments!
Anyway, for tonight, I have chosen the patterns that, due to the characters' haircuts, were incredibly easy to make. These two patterns are of Saul Goodman, as some of you may have figured out from the above paragraph, and Jane Margolis, who, due to Kristen Ritter's haircut, was 75% done when I drew a line of black pixels right above her eyes. Though I'm going to have at least one apologetic day towards the end of the week, I'm really happy with both of these patterns! I used the Saul one (and one of another character that none of you should be shocked to see) for perler beads on Saturday, and that worked out okay, and now I want to see how the blue highlight looks in Jane's hair, so I'll probably cross stitch her soon. (My perler beads would be sort of a pain to transport, so I don't have them at school with me.) Regardless of my opinion, though, I hope that you guys like these patterns!
Monday, September 23, 2013
Breaking Bad Sprite Pattern Countdown: Day 1
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Hexagon Core Member Rod Blackhurst Gets Candid Interview with Natalie Portman
In an article for Vanity Fair, Natalie Portman discusses the extent she dedicated herself to embodying the role of the quintessential First Lady for the upcoming film, "Jackie." Rod directed the piece and interviewed Portman.
About the experience Rod said "It's not every day you get to have a conversation with someone as talented as Natalie Portman. As a film director I'm always interested in the work that actors put into embodying their characters and selfishly I agreed to this project so that I might learn something about my own process as a filmmaker."
Check out the full article and interview here.


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11 Do It Yourself Pest Control and Extermination Tips
DIY Pest Control and Extermination
Every homeowner understands the frustration and agitation associated with having pests infest your home. Finding ways to preform your own pest control and extermination will mean you can take action now. Here are some amazing statistics about these pesky pests.
• A bed bug can lay 500 eggs within their lifetime and ingest 7 times their weight in blood.
• Two dangerous scorpion species live in the Southwestern US.
• An average cock roach lifespan is 200 days to 1 year and can lay approximately 380 eggs.
• A .5 cm wide hole is all a cock roach needs to enter your home.
• Bed bugs only need an opening the size of a mattress stitch to get in.
• A typical any colony has 10,000+ ants, while others may have as much as 700,000.
9 Ways to Protect Your Home
To protect your home and help prevent the potential or continued infestation of your home, follow these tips.
1. Seal Exterior Walls and Cracks – Even small cracks can make way for pests to get through.
2. Fix Loose-Fitting Windows and Doors – Loose fittings can create access points for pests to enter.
3. Seal Gaps Around Plumbing – Scorpions can enter houses through plumbing gaps.
4. Keep Leaves and Yard Debris Away from Home – Debris around the home can attract roaches, scorpions, ants, and other pests.
5. Wash Clothing in Hot Water after Hotel Stays – Bed bugs are often transferred from hotels to homes via clothes.
6. Steam Clean the Mattress – Steam cleaning your mattress will kill bed bugs.
7. Keep Your Home Clean – Put food away, wash dishes, and take out trash. Pests like roaches are attracted to food.
8. Clean around Walls and Cracks with Detergent – Cleaning smells can deter ants from entering the home.
9. Maintain Regular Scheduled Pest Control Visits – End existing infestation and help prevent future pest problems by calling the professionals.
Landlord Obligations: The Responsibilities of a Landlord
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Birdbox Storage Cupboard
Our Birdbox collection brings together opposing elements, combining soft round legs and eye-catching graphic lines into light and airy designs. The Birdbox storage cupboard features one door and one drawer.
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Beth Chalmers
Beth spent her first 6 months out of drama school working on the BBC Radio Rep, having won the Carlton Hobbs Award. She has continued to work extensively in radio comedy and drama, clocking up over 300 plays. As well as her voice work, which includes many animations and playing companion to Sylvester McCoy's DR WHO in the Big Finish dramas, she has worked in theatre, television and film , most recently in Mark Greenstreet's feature film SILENT HOURS with Hugh Bonneville and also including ARCADIA at Chichester Festival Theatre and on TV, appearances in MIRANDA and MIDSOMER MURDERS and most recently APPLE TREE YARD (Kudos).
An event rider until the age of 18, Beth gave up horses to focus on her acting but now gets her adrenaline fix in the boxing ring, having fought in London and Barcelona. With her writing partner, Amy Shindler, Beth had her first network television series PAT AND CABBAGE aired on ITV in 2013.
|Featured Credits
|Helen Wilson in SILENT HOURS (feature film 2015)
Mark Greenstreet/Gallery Pictures
|Kim in PAT AND CABBAGES
Syd Macartney/ITV/Red Production
|Miss Havemuch in BLEAK SHOP OF STUFF
Ben Fuller/BBC2
|Angela in MIRANDA
Emma Strain/BBC TV
|Marina in MIDSOMER MURDERS
Peter Smith/ITV/Bentley Productions
|Chloe in ARCADIA
Peter Wood/Chichester Festival Theatre


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{ Dallas Shaw picks: Pinterest }
These products are just a verrrry small sampling of my Pinterest picks each day. And want to know what's even better? You can shop all of my Pinterest picks right off of the page. Super easy. See something you like, click it, and buy. I'm doing your shopping for you, for free! Make sure to stay tuned to my Pinterest page for my daily pinning sprees and start your shopping sprees. Accidental pink and gold theme going on, and I don't hate it.
{ Stella McCartney Lace Underwire Bra } { Midas iPhone Charger } { Nike Vintage Womens Sneakers } { NARS Dual Intensity Eyeshadow }
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Skinceuticals is a brand I've used since it launched in the mid-nineties. I can't quite remember when it first became available in the UK but I initially used to stock up on it during trips to NY. It was clearly so far ahead of a game compared to other brands available at that time and, to my mind, started the trend for clinical skincare. Twenty years on, it's still very much a go-to brand for me as every product is a result of a huge amount of research and, as a consequence, they are very effective.
While there's so many Skinceuticals products that I could happily recommend I've narrowed it down to three of my current favourites…
C E Ferulic
This is my longest term skincare love and before C E Ferulic was available I used the original Skinceuticals Vitamin C Serum. It's recommended by pretty much every dermatologist and, along with sun protection, I credit it with the clear, even tone my skin has at 46 years of age.
It's primary job is as an anti-oxidant that protects against environmental damage. It acts as a line of defence against UV damage, neutralises free radicals, prevents cell damage and has anti-inflammatory properties.
It has a watery consistency and is the first product I apply to my skin every morning. It only needs to be applied once a day. It's the most expensive product I use on a continual basis and the reason I stick with it is because it has a low pH of 3 which is needed to keep it stable and effective. Skinceuticals actually hold a patent that prevents others making a similar product with a pH 2.5 – 3.
Full List of Ingredients For Skinceuticals C E Ferulic
Water, Ethoxydiglycol, L-ascorbic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Laureth-23, Alpha Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Triethanolamine, Ferulic Acid, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate
The RRP for Skinceuticals C E Ferulic is £129 but it is possible to get it for less. However, if shopping online it's important to only buy from authorised retailers.
Metacell Renewal B3
This product is quite hard to categorise as it has the high concentration of actives of a serum but the feel of a light moisturiser. It's fast absorbing and has a slight medicinal scent. The reason I love this product is that it works over the short and long term.
Skin immediately looks and feels smoother and hydrated. The clinically proving ingredients work over the long term to improve dryness, discolourations, lines, blotchiness, elasticity and dehydration. Basically, all the signs of photo-ageing are addressed with this emulsion.
The key ingredient is Niacinamide (B3) which is included at the maximum level of 5%. Additionally it was 2.5% of Tripeptides and 15% of Glycerine. The formula has been optimised to aid penetration of the actives and interestingly this means they've left out emulsifiers and thickening agents which can block the skin barrier.
Full List of Ingredients For Metacell Renewal B3
Aqua / Water Glycerin, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 , Crosspolymer Methylsilanol, Silicate Crosspolymer, Sodium Chloride, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Phenoxyethanol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Ci 77163, Bismuth Oxychloride, Chlorphenesin, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Citrate, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Peg-10, Dimethicone, Disodium Edta, Cellulose Gum, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Adenosine, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil / Bitter Orange Flower Oil, Melaleuca Viridiflora Leaf Oil, Tetradecyl Aminobutyroylvalylaminobutyric Urea Trifluoroacetate, Linalool, Cymbopogon Flexuosus Oil, Citral, Limonene, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
The RRP for Skinceuticals Metacell Renewal B3 is £96 for 50ml
Mineral Eye UV Defense SPF 30
We all know that the skin around our eyes is the thinnest and needs protecting the most. We also know the best way to prevent it ageing is to use an spf product daily. The problem is that spf products applied near the eyes have a habit of seeping into them and stinging like hell.
Skinceuticals have addressed this problem with their Mineral Eye UV Defence SPF 30 by devising a non-migrating formula so the cream stays put. I've tested this out to the point where the tube is now almost finished and I've not once had to go through the annoyance of having irritated, watery eyes that's left my makeup halfway down my face.
It does have quite a silicone-ish texture but this smoothes over fine lines so it acts as an eye primer. It also has a slight tint that helps disguise shadows. Makeup goes on top very smoothly and, most importantly, there's no balling up.
Full List of Ingredients For Mineral Eye UV Defense SPF 30
858391 12 – Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide (nano), Titanium Dioxide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Talc, Triethylhexanoin, Isohexadecane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Aluminium Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, CI 77491, CI 77492 CI 77499/Iron Oxides, Aluminium Stearate, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Alumina, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, PEG-8 Laurate, Silica Silylate ,Isododecane, 2-Oleamido-1, 3-Octadecanediol, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, D172626/1
The RRP for the Skinceuticals Mineral Eye UV Defense SPF 30 is £30 for 10ml.
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Title: Throwing Rocks at the Google Bus: How Growth Became the Enemy of Prosperity
Author: Douglas Rushkoff
Hardcover: ISBN: 978-1617230172, $28;
Imprint: Portfolio, 2016
"The digital economy has gone wrong. Everybody knows it, but no one knows quite how to fix it, or even how to explain the problem. Workers lose to automation, investors lose to algorithms, musicians lose to power law dynamics, drivers lose to Uber, neighborhoods lose to Airbnb, and even tech developers lose their visions to the demands of the startup economy.
Douglas Rushkoff argues that it doesn't have to be this way. This isn't the fault of digital technology at all, but the way we are deploying it: instead of building the distributed digital economy these new networks could foster, we are doubling down on the industrial age mandate for growth above all. As Rushkoff shows, this is more the legacy of early corporatism and central currency than a feature of digital technology. In his words, "we are running a 21st century digital economy on a 13th Century printing-press era operating system…"
"Douglas Rushkoff is one of today's most incisive media theorists and a provocative critic of our digital economy. He's also fun to read."
—WALTER ISAACSON, president and CEO, The Aspen Institute, and author of The Innovators
"If you don't know Rushkoff, you're not serious about figuring out what's going to happen next."
—SETH GODIN, author of Linchpin
"We've optimized for growth. But have we lost our way? As an economy? As a community? As a society with a value proposition that doesn't make sense on a human or economic level? Rushkoff asks questions that matter. A challenging and necessary read."
—SHERRY TURKLE, author of Reclaiming Conversation
"Every great advance begins when someone sees that what everyone else takes for granted may not actually be true. Douglas Rushkoff questions the deepest assumptions of the modern economy and blazes a path toward a more human-centered world."
—TIM O'REILLY, founder, O'Reilly Media
"Powerful truth telling… The crux of the argument that Rushkoff makes is that the digital economy is a house of cards built on fictional growth metrics that drive companies to raise money, undercut human workers, sell on the public markets and then—almost inevitably—collapse under the weight of public market demands."
"A brilliant, bomb-hurling critique of the flaws in our digital economy, identifying what has gone wrong and what can be done about it."
—Financial Times
"A powerful exposé of an underdiscussed downside to the digital revolution."
—Kirkus Reviews
Tom Gilson. Test Bio


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A serving prisoner at HMP Woodhill has admitted disseminating grisly Islamic State propaganda from behind bars.
Abdul-Rehman Gul sent IS videos of shotgun executions in slow motion via a mobile phone in 2017.
While in a young offender institution he also shared an IS manual entitled How to Survive in the West.
At the time, the 22-year-old was serving life with a minimum term of four and a half years for three counts of wounding with intent.
Appearing at the Old Bailey on Tuesday 19th March via video link from HMP Woodhill, Gul admitted five charges of disseminating terrorist publications.
Prosecutor Alistair Richardson said the defendant was currently eligible for parole and was due a hearing soon.
Judge Richard Marks QC adjourned sentencing until April 26.


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Apt. 6, Mizen, Harveys Dock, Youghal, Co. Cork€165,000
Listing type: Sold
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Plot Size 116.1 Sq. Metres (1,250 Sq. Feet)
Property type: Apartment
Parking Yes
Heating Electric
Property Description
Price Reduced! – great opportunity to purchase this spacious fully furnished three bedroom apartment at Harveys Dock Waterfront Apartment with private balcony on the waterfront offering stunning sea views over the harbour.
Situated on the water's edge, just moments' walk from the heart of Youghal's historic seaside town.
This idyllic apartment consists of: L-shaped Entrance Hall, Open Plan Living/Kitchen/Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Family Bathroom, Cloak Room Storage Press, and Hot-press.
This apartment boasts additional features such as: Fully Fitted Kitchen with all appliances, fully furnished property with ample pine bedroom furniture & secure gated car parking.
Splendid location for all water based activities including swimming, sailing and fishing on your door step & within walking distance of restaurants, shops and all amenities.
Excellent opportunity to purchase this beautiful 2nd floor holiday seaside apartment with private circular balcony for relaxing in the sunshine overlooking the moorings and marine activities.
Great location, only 35 mins to Cork City & 55 mins to Waterford on the N25.
For further information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Clear View Auctioneers on 024-20200
- Stunning Sea Views over the Harbour
- Viewing Highly Recommended
- Apartment comes fully furnished & all appliances are included
- Fantastic purchase for Investment or Holiday Retreat
- Exclusive Circular Balcony: c.220sq.ft


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Halfway in Romania. What to do
Romania's Liga 1 may not be your chosen destination for regular viewing, but its rarely anything less than, well, lets just say interesting. Our Romanian correspondent Radu Baicu delivers a haft time pep talk.
We've reached the halfway mark in Liga I, but, with a schedule that makes absolutely no sense to me - two more rounds will be played before the winter break. Time to take a quick look back at the 17 rounds that have gone.
The title race
With Otelul Galati ahead of everyone else, things haven't really gone as planned for the usual title contenders. The Bucharest clubs failed to do better than in the past couple of years and they're quite a long way back, with Steaua the only Romanian club still involved in an European competition, sitting in 7th place. Reigning champions CFR Cluj are in an even worse position and, with so many clubs eager to do better in the second half, it's hard to see them fighting for more than a place in Europe.
Although both made the same call as CFR and changed coaches that had prepared and started the season, FC Timisoara and FC Vaslui have definitely been more inspired and successful. Timisoara remained the only undefeated club in the league, while Vaslui suffered only one defeat in the last 11 rounds (against Timisoara!), winning eight times thanks to their offensive quality and a bigger dose of luck than the rest of the pack.
Basically, Otelul's excellent run and Gaz Metan's fifth place is repaying the clubs that have a long term project and are satisfied with a slow but steady growth, retaining faith in their coaches, even when things weren't looking bright. This has shown that it's not all about the money spent on an over-priced Romanian market.
The relegation battle
The reunited "mad bunch" from Sportul Studentesc failed to deliver more than a few entertaining matches and the bottom placed club wil probably go down mainly because the owner is satisfied to see good individual performances from the players he is hoping to sell. Unlike the rest of the struggling teams, Sportul's players will never be desperate to get a result, an attitude easy to find in clubs like Victoria Branesti or FCM Targu Mures.
Victoria's young coach, Ilie Stan looks out of his depth in Liga I, but Targu Mures and Pandurii are in good hands, after a poor start. In fact, Targu Mures could struggle to start 2011 with Ioan Ovidiu Sabau still in charge, as he's considered one of the best choices by CFR's board, with the champions looking for the right guy to take over the team, during the winter break.
As expected, FC Brasov and Unirea Urziceni, who have suffered massive losses in terms of quality players, are down there, but they'll put up a fight until the very end, even if top players like Chipciu (Brasov) or Maftei (Unirea) are likely to leave in the winter as well.
What to expect
As you can see, we have no mid-table clubs, with CFR secretly dreaming of a spectacular come-back in the title race and Universitatea Craiova, who, right after Piturca's appointment, dared to speak of the title, only three points away from the danger zone. With everyone still very much in it, it's impossible to predict what is going to happen in 2011, but here's what I think is pretty vital to change and what's important to stay the same at the clubs fighting to win the league.
Otelul Galati
- Do: sell the players in demand! Rapa's market price has rocketed and will only go down from there. The title isn't a realistic goal for Otelul and a place in Europe could be achieved without one or two of the current regular starters. Plus, Marius Stan can buy a completely new team with a million Euros!
- Don't: dare to think of the title. The other clubs have the money and means to make sure this won't happen!
Poli Timisoara
- Do: make a call regarding the coach, as Contra should either hang up his boots and focus on the new job or leave it to someone else. It's been going well until now, but enthusiasm and good fortune don't last forever.
- Don't: keep on buying from Dinamo! It has become a strange habit in recent years...
FC Vaslui
- Do: get back the injured defenders or buy new ones - it's vital to find some balance within the team
- Don't: keep on playing Wesley as a central midfielder and insist on using Burdujan
- Do: decide if you want the title or not; offer Lazar and Bozovic new deals; buy a new striker
- Don't: act like amateurs; allow Rui Duarte or anyone else to skip training and leave the country without severe punishment.
Gaz Metan Medias
- Do: offer the excellent coach Cristi Pustai a new deal; buy another striker; go for the chance to play in Europe next season
- Don't: further unsettle Eric de Oliveira, you're going to lose him anyway!
- Do: sell Torje, Adrian Cristea, Alexe - they'll bring a lot of cash; get rid of Niculae, N'Doye, Scarlatache, Bordeanu, Moti - they'll save you a lot of money and spare further embarrassment; respect Danciulescu.
- Don't: keep on using the old methods! You're doing serious damage to this league and will continue to play in front of just a few hundred fans!
- Do: try and keep as many of the current players
- Don't: act upon Becali's mood and "knowledge"; lose the fans once again
CFR Cluj
- Do: sell all those that have spent too much time in Cluj and consider themselves more than just players; decide the club's strategy before choosing the coach
- Don't: think about the chance to win the league
To get the latest updates on Romanian football, please visit Radu's top notch blog, Scouting Romania. If you want to sport that Florea Dumitrache look, try this.


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Today I'm on Salt & Nectar sharing some scary math.
Next week we register Griffin for kindergarten. I've already made my thoughts on this transition clear. For anyone who needs reminding, I'm not ready and the thought of sending my baby to elementary school makes me want to cry all the tears.
Then, I got a lovely little reminder that I've still got PLENTY of years of babydom in front of me.
Today I registered Amos for three-year-old preschool. As is often the case, the preschool director, Amos's new teacher, another mother, and I got into a discussion of kindgertarten age deadlines. Since both of my boys were born in early summer, I've never had to worry much about this decision. However, baby #3 is coming in September so suddenly the math is more important to me.


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|Sighting Report
|Occurred : 3/27/2004 04:00 (Entered as : 03/27/2004 04:00)
Reported: 7/15/2004 10:36:29 AM 10:36
Posted: 7/25/2004
Location: Lurgan (Northern Ireland),
Shape: Unknown
Duration:2 minutes
|Two stars were chasing each other? Since when did Stars do that?
I was looking outside my friends window very late at night when I noticed that two stars were circling each other. Almost like they were chasing each other. One chased the other then so on and so forth. This lasted around 2-3 minutes before the flew off.


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Make these colorful origami Christmas ornaments using bright and cheery paper! These are so easy, and teach children basic folding skills.
Looking for a fun way to decorate the tree this year? Why not try your hand at making this Origami Wrapper Chain Ornament? Hi! It's Leslie from Pink Stripey Socks. Today I'm sharing a new spin on gum wrapper chains.
Instead of candy wrappers, we're using origami paper to put a modern and colorful twist on this classic craft. So turn up the Christmas carols, grab a pack of Origami paper, and let's get making some unique origami Christmas ornaments!
Origami Christmas Ornaments
Materials Needed:
- Origami Paper in various colors
- Scissors
- String
- Glue
Step 1: Fold a sheet of origami paper in half. Cut it in half.
Step 2: Take one half sheet. Place it color side down. Fold it in half and open it up.
Step 3: Fold up both sides so that they touch in the middle (at the crease made in step 2.)
Step 4: Fold your sheet of paper in half (using the crease made in step 2.)
Step 5: Fold it in half again.
Step 6: Now fold your very thin paper in half again and open it up.
Step 7: Fold both left and right sides of the paper to meet in the middle (at the crease made in step 6)
Step 8: Repeat this several times. (My paper was 5.9" x5.9", so I made about 18 of these to create a full wreath. You may need more or fewer depending on your papers' size and your preference for ornament size.)
Step 9: Take two of your folded sheets. See how they resemble V's?
Step 10: Slide the top portion of one V into the top portion of another V. Then slide your folded paper through so that it catches. (The bottom portion of the peach V is inside the top portion of the blue V.)
Step 11: Keep sticking the V's together in the same way as step 10. They should alternate and look like this chain.
Step 12: When you have enough Vs to complete a wreath, pull out the folded arms of your last V.
Step 13: Stick the two unfolded portions through your first V. (The green one is stuck through the blue one.)
Step 14: Now fold up your two unfolded arms.
Step 15: Stick them under a previous V and glue them to secure them in place. (The green bits are now under the pink V.)
Step 16: Tie on a string and you're done!
Hope you have a fun time whipping up these colorful origami Christmas ornaments with family or friends!
Visit my blog Pink Stripey Socks for more fun Christmas Crafts. Or, you can find more inspiration on my Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest accounts too. Happy making, friends!
For more holiday crafts that littles can do, visit these easy DIY Christmas ornaments for kids!


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Searching for Instagram Captions?
Photo without captions is like a book without a title. You may have got the right photo but expressing your feelings behind it plays a major role in your overall interaction with the photo.
People look for the photo and then read the caption to understand the context behind it.
Steps to writing a good caption:
1. Gather information about the photo/video:
This involves collecting data about the photo like where, when and why the photo was captured. Is there any special motive behind it? Also, ask yourself what is happening in the photo. Express it accordingly without a hyperbole.
Use Geo-tagging if needed!
2. Write the perfect caption!
Based on step 1, you may have figured out what to write. Just write it down and try to express it as a mini-story. Then check necessary grammar and spelling mistakes.
Yes! Good captions take a long time to draft. But as you write, you will surely master the art of writing good captions.
Here I have collected a list of Best Instagram Captions based on your polls. You can use them as Instagram Captions, on facebook photo captions, etc. It is a collection of best sassy, Instagram, Facebook, badass, love, life and best friend captions!
250+ Best Instagram Captions:
Sassy Captions
Life goes on, with or without you.
5'2 my height but my attitude 6'1
Don't Study me. You won't Graduate!
If you're honestly happy, fuck what people think.
Being pissed off gets old. I'm just at a whole new 'fuck it' level.
her attitude savage but her heart is gold.
Own what's yours, or else others will try to.
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Life goes on, with or without you.
Don't mistake my kindness for weakness, bitch.
You couldn't handle me even if I came with instructions.
Forgive, yes. Forget, never.
There's a hole in my heart where you use to be.
I don't need any part-time people in my life.
Exhale the bullshit.
I got it from my mama.
Thick thighs and pretty eyes.
Instagram Captions
Be a Warrior, not a Worrier.
Go wild for a while.
Rolling with the homies.
When you are Downie, eat a brownie.
All we have is NOW.
We got that Friday feeling.
Catch flights, not Feelings.
Disappointed but not surprised.
How I feel when there is no Coffee. DEPRESSO!
50% Savage. 50% Sweetness.
You can't do epic shit with basic people.
I myself never feel that I'm sexy. If people call me cute, I am happier.
It is not how much we have, but how much we enjoy, that makes happiness.
The most important thing is to enjoy your life – to be happy – it's all that matters.
Life is not a problem to be solved, but a reality to be experienced.
I love those who can smile in trouble, who can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. 'Tis the business of little minds to shrink, but they whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves their conduct, will pursue their principles unto death.
It had long since come to my attention that people of accomplishment rarely sat back and let things happen to them. They went out and happened to things.
Love can be unselfish, in the sense of being benevolent and generous, without being selfless.
When I feel a little down, I put on my favorite high heels and dance
Women drivers rev my engine.
Also read: Selfie Captions for Guys and Girls
Good Instagram Captions
Watch more sunsets than Netflix.
Hey, I just met you, this is crazy.
At least this balloon is attracted to me!
I must destroy you with hugs and kisses
Stop looking for happiness in the same place you just lost it.
I woke up like this.
I decide the vibe.
If we could only turn back time…
Keep smiling because life is a beautiful thing and there's so much to smile about.
No one is you. That's your power!
Got my coffee and donut.
Escape the ordinary.
Sweeter than honey.
Proof that I can do selfies better than you
When your mom lectures you about how you need to lose weight for an hour and you're like 'shit I don't care I have got a skinny mirror to make me look good'!
A friend will always make you Smile, especially when you don't want to…
Life is like a balloon..If you never let go, you will not know how high can you rise.
Sometimes life can surprise you with a happy coincidence.
You can't afford my Swag Bitch! #selfie
This is to the Echos of our laughter. The looks That we Share. The never-ending gossips. and the Sudden amazing getaways. This is to our Past And This is to Our Future. This is to our Friendship that will Never Fade.
Life isn't perfect…But my Hair is! #selfieaddict
Always classy, never trashy, and a little bit sassy.
Funny Captions
Friday, my second favorite F word
Life isn't perfect…But my Hair is! #selfieaddict
I didn't choose the thug life, the thug life chose me.
When I was Rome.. I did what the Romans did.
I got back with my Ex…Box 360
Lost in the world that doesn't exist.
Today I will be as useless as letter g in lasagna.
You only drink diet soda? You must be so healthy.
The worst time to have a heart attack is during a game of charades.
The moment when she says you're cute.
If we could only turn back time…
Love Captions
With You, I forget all my problems. With You, Time Stands Still.
We come to love by not finding the perfect person but by learning to see an imperfect person perfectly.
When I fell for you, I fell Hard
If I ever write a story about my life, don't be surprised if your name appears billion times.
I want you to be happy, but I want you to be happy with Me.
It will be Always YOU.
If you are Mine, You are Mine. I don't like Sharing.
Nothing Can replace you!
I love you. That's all I know.
I'm not perfect but I am Loyal.
Best Friend Captions
I don't know what's tighter, our jeans or our friendship!
"I would rather walk with a friend in the dark, than alone in the light." —Helen Keller
Best Friends make good times better and hard times easier!
I don't know what I did to have a best friend like you.
Life was meant for Best Friends and Good Adventures!
She is my Best Friend. You break her heart, I will break your face.
Meet my Partner in Crime
It's me and my Best Friend for Life!
Good Times + Crazy Friends = Great Memories!
Sometimes, being with your bff is all the therapy you need!
Me and Myself Captions
I don't need your approval to be me.
Why chase you, when I am the catch!
I am who I am, I am what I am, I do what I do and I ain't never gonna do it any different. I don't care who likes it and who doesn't.
Take me as I am, or watch me as I go.
If I were you, I would adore me.
Me? Weird? Bitch Please! I am Limited Edition.
I am not perfect. I make mistakes. But when I say Sorry… I mean it!
I am not trying to give an image of a fairy-tale, perfect, everything else, I am just being myself.
I was both loved and hated for being upfront. But I was just being myself.
I like being myself. Maybe just slimmer, with a fewer wrinkles.
I take a lot of pride in being myself. I'm comfortable with who I am.
Everyone said I could be Anything.. So I became Sexy!
Flirty Captions
Do you sit in a pile of sugar? cause you got a pretty sweet ass!
They say tongue is the strongest muscle of the body. Wanna fight?
Did you swallow magnets? cause you are attractive!
Kiss me if I'm wrong but Dinosaurs still exist? Right?
Nice t-shirt. Can I talk you out of it?
Do you have a name or can I call you Mine?
Do you like sleeping? Me too! We should do it together sometimes!
Can I borrow a kiss? I promise I'll give it back.
Aside from being sexy, what do you do for a living?
Do you live in a cornfield, coz I'm stalking you.
Never do the same mistake twice, unless he's hot!
My mind is full of You!
Can I keep You?
Hey You! I love your face!
You don't cross my mind. You live there!
As beautiful on the inside as I am on the outside.
Let me touch your shirt so I can tell you if it's boyfriend material.
Besides chocolate, you're my favorite.
Smile. It's the second best thing you can do with your lips.
In a room full of art, I would still stare at you.
Success Captions
Don't talk, just act. Don't say, just show. Don't promise, just prove.
Never stop doing great just because someone doesn't give you credit.
It always seems impossible until it's done.
Marry the right person. This one decision will determine 90% of your happiness or misery.
Be honest.
Invest the now in tomorrow's dream.
Some Girls want superman but walk past Clark kent every day!
Good things come to those who hustle.
If you want to succeed, you have to let failure be your best friend!
You can't do epic shit with basic people!
Be self-starter.
If it doesn't challenge you, it doesn't change you.
I didn't come here to lose.
Hustle until your haters ask if you're hiring.
Instagram Captions for Lyrics
"You the best I ever had"
"Let's celebrate with a toast and get lost in tonight"
"Twenty-four-hour champagne diet"
"Live for today, plan for tomorrow, party tonight"
"I'm here for a good time not a long time"
"On my worst behavior"
"My excuse is that I'm young"
"You only live once"
"Worrying about your followers, you need to get your dollars up"
"I'm up right now and you suck right now"
"I'm just saying you could do better"
"Think before you come for the great one"
"If I die all i know is I'm a mothafuckin' legend"
"Know yourself, know your worth"
"Every time you see me I look like I hit the lotto twice"
"Call me the referee because I be so official"
"Last name ever, first name greatest"
"Started from the bottom now we're here"
"Fresher than a pillow with a mint on it"
All we want is hot hot boys boys boys."
"So baby raise a glass to mend all the broken hearts of all my wrecked up friends."
"Some girls won't dance to the beat of the track."
"Stars in our eyes 'cuz we're having a good time."
"Put some lipstick on, perfume your neck and slip your high heels on, rinse and curl your hair, loosen your hips and get a dress to wear."
"Don't tell me I'm less than my freedom."
"I can't believe I'm telling you this but I've had a couple of drinks and…oh my god!"
"Write what you want, say what you want 'bout me, if you're wondering, know that I'm not sorry."
"I don't wanna be alone forever, but I love gypsy life."
It's good to live expensively, you know it."
"Out in the club and I'm sipping' that bub and you're not gonna reach my telephone."
"I should've left my phone at home 'cause this is a disaster."
"Get your hot rods ready to rumble 'cause we're gonna drink until we die.
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Lit Captions
Turn ya savage up and lose ya feelings.
You can ask tommy, Hilfiger it out!
You are a tornado with pretty eyes and a heartbeat.
In a room of arts, I would still stare at you.
I am fucking gold, you can prefer Silver and it's okay.
Get you a Me, I am LIT.
I am not picky, I just know what I want.
Braless is flawless.
Sunshine mixed with a little hurricane.
If you ran like your mouth, you would be in good shape.
Bitch I want to slap you, but in which face I don't know.
I accept my time, back in cash.
Soul over ego.
but my personality is lit.


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Beef Shank
1-2 packs of Ky Darling Shank
1 clove of garlic or ½ teaspoon of garlic powder
5 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3-5 cups of liquid (enough to cover the meat)
Options: bone broth, 1 can of beer with 2-4 cups of water, or 1 cup red wine with 3-4 cups water
Place shank in crock pot cover with liquid, dash of salt 5 table spoons of Worcestershire sauce, 1 clove garlic, let cook all day about 10 hours, ideally cook at 9am its ready at 6pm. After it's cooked all day place shank on plate it should be falling apart. Discard the bone and there will be a little bit off connecting tissue you will want to pull off and discard it will be easy because its now super tender and falling apart. Now its ready to be covered in your favorite BBQ sauce. This recipe is great with tacos, sandwiches or warm gravy!


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Sunday, March 22, 2015
White Elephant Treasure & Tea UPDATE
Well the new date and time WORKED A TREAT!!
The day was hailed a huge success! Thank you to all who helped. The child labour was particularly strong this year and greatly appreciated.
HUGE thank you's go to.............
* Auctioneer - Simon Henderson : Saffin Bowen Kerr
* Coast 2 Coast Castle's
* Homeseeka
* George Taylors
* Trevor Emeny & The Durdins'
* Gage - Face Painter Extradionair
* Barista Sue & Fresha
* Bill for his Rocks
Additional Volunteers : Jane, Jack, Jackie, Jacquie, Janita, Mary, Margaret, Dave, Drakie, Drea, Penny, Peter, Anne Maree, Al, Gerry, Kathleen, Richard, Crothers boys, Adams/Beckel kids, Drakie girls, Melican teens & Walsh tribe. If we have forgotten anyone blame Leonie.
Thank you to all who donated goods. The cakes, plants and produce went exceptionally well.
The Hall Committee could not do it without your support each and every year, thank you for the GREAT EFFORT! Anne, Ken, Mark, Charles, Andy, Jenny & Leonie.
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Coming back into London this morning, I was certainly filled with fear and trepidation - not just for all the stuff I knew would be on my desk and I have to clear before I jet off next week to the US for a conference, but for all the crazy stuff that goes on here - how busy, dirty, hectic etc. it is. My ride home certainly proved those fears. I suppose I will get into the swing of it all fairly quickly though. However, I will not forget that trip as it will live with me forever. I am looking forward to writing about it, just to remind myself of the great time I have had. I know a blog is ideally meant to be a spontaneous, stream of consciousness and here I will have to write about stuff that happenned 2 and half weeks ago - but I will do my best. I wrote a lot of notes whilst I was away - so hope I can write 'in the moment' and express my feelings at the time without anything that happenned later in the trip prejudicing that.
I will have so many photos as well to go up on my Flickr site.
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This episode: Rolling with the punches as a DM. Blingendstone's ghost problem and the great Burrow Warden conspiracy. Is a grid map essential to playing D&D? There's always more to learn about your fellow players. Shane's cat bites his toe.
This is an ongoing series of Shane's notes, thoughts and tips for running the D&D adventure Out of the Abyss, which is the tabletop portion of the Rage of Demons story line.
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The ArabHorse Farm Tour in Scottsdale extends a special invitation to the public to enjoy four days of Arabian horse industry festivities over an extended New Year's weekend, Dec. 31 through Jan. 3, 2016.
"Scottsdale is recognized as the world capital of the Arabian horse," explains Scott Bailey, ArabHorse.com founder, "and traditionally, some farms in Scottsdale have hosted New Year's Eve parties or open barns."
The tour has accelerated since its inception in 2007. There is no admission charge to attend any of the tour events, although participants are encouraged to participate in the raffles and auctions that occur during each event for two local equine charities, Healing Hearts Animal Rescue & Refuge and Last Act of Kindness Foundation.
"We encourage people to join the fun and, at the same time, help a very worthy cause," says Mr. Bailey.
Those interested in Arabian horses have many opportunities to visit farms, admire and interact the beautiful horses.
"This is a great entertainment opportunity for people who have visiting friends and family," explains Mr. Bailey. Farms on the tour stage open barns complete with refreshments or wine tasting along with an informal showing of horses — and a lot of fun and camaraderie.
The Farm Tours expose the Arabian horse and the lifestyle it offers to the general public in a way that is unmatched by any other non-competitive equine event. The Farm Tours have become a must-attend community event with guest coming from all over the country.
"Each year people are introduced to the Arabian horse due to the tours. Participating farms annually report stories of visitors whose dreams have come true; some simply due to the hands-on, close-up interaction offered at the farms while others have blossomed into full participating members of the equine community breeding, showing and owning Arabian horses", says David Cains, co-founder of the event.
Visit: http://www.arabhorsefarmtour.com/ for more information and photo galleries.
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From moisturiser to hair dye, spa days to laser hair removal – male grooming has turned into a multi-million-pound industry, as more Men start to invest more in themselves, than cars and watches. I'm talking today about how my Sunday Night has become the time of the week where I take a good hour and give myself a little TLC – and I hope some of these incredible products inspire you to do the same thing.
It's a little cliche, isn't it? Sunday night pamper. Well, Sunday's are actually a pretty new thing to me, I've recently just quit my second job to free up some time – meaning Sunday is my new day of rest. As a lot of you are aware, I'm a super big grooming fan. I'm also a total believer that both men and women should be allowed to take some time out to really give themselves a good bit of tender loving care. I mean, we only have 1 body – so it should be treated with a little love – am I right? Sunday has now turned into the day where switch up showers for baths, clip my toe and finger nails, trim around certain areas and play around with a few remedies to make myself look booootiful (I can't quite figure out if that was way too much information). Moving on…. recently I popped to see my ladies at The Body Shop Metro Centre to discover their latest body care products, ready for my Sunday grooming session. After a hand and arm massage, facial and a talk introducing me to each product, I was now ready to try these out in my own Sunday routine.
Step 1. Set The Scene
So for those of you who are thinking 'Gianni, I like the sound of a giving my body a little TLC on a Sunday, but where do I even begin'. Well, let me tell you – the first step is to set the scene. I know myself that after a busy week at work the first thing I need is to relax. I like to fill the bath, light some candles and play some of my favourite music. This totally gets me in the mood and allows me to take a step back from the week. I try to find some music that I haven't listened to for a while – I've been loving RAYE at the moment. She's a total BAE and her music is amazing. You can check her out here.
Step 2. Give Your Hair A Good Cleanse
I then strip off nakeeeed, get into the bath and start by giving my hair a good cleanse, wash and condition. I've been loving the NEW Body Shop Fuji Green Tea Cleansing Hair Scrub. If you're someone who has fine, dry hair – this is perfect for you. It's a bit like a salt scrub, that you can massage into the hair right down to the roots. It's super refreshing, and once I've washed away the scrub, my hair instantly feels clean and volumised. I then grab my usual shampoo and conditioner to give it another good clean. Have you ever tried reverse conditioning? Well, if you have finer hair like me – try conditioning your hair first, then shampoo. Trust me, you will never wash your hair the same way again. Instantly when you blow dry your hair it feels thicker with so much more volume. I learnt this about 3 years ago and still to this day, I condition before I shampoo. Period.
Step 3. Give Your Body Some TLC
Once your hair is cleansed and washed, I grab the towel whilst still in the bath and give it a quick dry. I hate sitting back in the bath with soaking wet hair, so a quick towel dry leaves it semi-dry and not dripping in my face. It's now time for my body and as a part of my weekly routine, I start off with a little exfoliation. My go-to scrub is the NEW French Grape Seed Refining Body Scrub. It has a really subtle scent, and a fine grain feels that leaves your skin polished and refined. You feel a noticeable difference when using this, I can really see a change in how my skin looks and feels, literally after one use.
Step 4. Sit Back And Relax
Once you're all washed (this is the best bit)… sit back, and relax. I like to sit back and think about nothing. Put behind the troubles of the week, any problems I've been having at work or home, any worries, outstanding tasks and just enjoy the music I'm listening to. I like to have a good 15-20 minutes lying in the water then when I've almost turned into a prune, get out and wrap a warm towel around me. Then, it's time for the final and most important stage of the evening!
Step 5. Protect, Nourish And Treat
Yes, protect, nourish and treat. You've done all that hard work cleansing, exfoliating, cleaning and relaxing – so you've got to lock in that goodness with a few extra goodies. Once I'm all dry, I straight away cover my body in cream to protect, moisturise and rejuvinate my skin. I've been using the Ethiopian Green Coffee Firming Body Cream, a light weight body butter that sinks straight in, without that awful greasy texture a lot of body butter products have. I then wash my hands and move onto my face. I will go in with my usual cleanser (the Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish is a favourite of mine right now), toner, facial oil (I'm still obsessed with the Body Shop Oils Of Life Facial Oil) and a trusty moisturiser. I've also been using the NEW Amazonian Savior Multi-Purpose Balm for elbows, heels and tattoos. Yes, tattoos! The balm helps protect and repair dry skin but also enhance any tattoos. Because my main tattoo is on my wrist, it's exposed to sunlight every day meaning it's a little faded and not quite the same colour as it once was. The balm has really made a difference to this by hydrating the ink, amplifying the colour. I can't wait to see this on someone's tattoo sleeve, I can imagine the results would be insane.
So what do you think? Are you interested in starting a little grooming/pamper routine on a Sunday evening? It's really made a difference to my week, allowing me to have time to just give my body the time it needs. It also gives me a couple of hours to take my mind off my busy life, where I can sit back and just RELAX!
Also, make sure you pop down to The Body Shop Metro Centre and try all of these incredible products yourself. The ladies who work there are super lovely, so they will assist you in trying the products and making sure they are perfect for your skin. I'm so excited to continue using all of these products and seeing the difference they make over time.
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World Languages Being Cut by Elementary Schools, Despite Benefits/
This month, the Windsor school board voted to eliminate two world language teachers at the elementary school level, which put an end to the district's elementary world language program, in a budget-cutting move. A month earlier, the school board in Newington decided to delay the introduction of Spanish in lower elementary school grades in order to reduce the budget for the coming year.
Despite studies that have shown that language instruction beginning at the elementary school level provides numerous benefits for students, ranging from critical and creative thinking to improved performance on standardized tests and better job prospects, school districts in Connecticut appear to be cutting back, although the state Department of Education does not have recent data to provide a clear picture of what is occurring. The most recent data dates back to the 2007-08 school year.
A policy statement by the American Council on The Teaching of Foreign Languages earlier this year stated that "an early start to learning a second language, programs of immersion or dual language immersion, and long learning sequences show strong results in helping all learners" and outlines how standards-based language learning does the following: develops literacy and numeracy, prepares learners in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) areas, engages learners through practical applications for special purposes and strengthens college and career readiness.
According to the U.S. Department of Education, only 30 percent of American high school students are enrolled in foreign language classes, and only 25 percent of American elementary schools even offer foreign languages. The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages published an alignment of the National Standards for Learning Languages with the Common Core State Standards, adopted in Connecticut and many other states. The guidelines include standards for reading, listening and viewing as well as writing, speaking and visually representing.
The guidelines also indicate that research demonstrates that "as students come to understand how language works through their learning of a second or third language, their understanding of and attention to language conventions and functions expands and has an impact on applications in their first language."
Data on the SDE website – now six years old - indicates that the number of Connecticut schools providing world language instruction before grade 4 increased from 14 in 1993 to 85 in 2007. The number of school districts in the state with world language in the early grades increased from 6 to 40. Expanding the report to include world language instruction before grade 8, the number of schools grew from 98 in 1993 to 283 in 2007 and the number of school districts increased from 75 to 132. Data after 2007-08 is not readily available.


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text: Buying A New Heating & Air System for Your Miami Area Home Published on March 09, 2015 Acquiring a new air and heating system is a major investment and Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning knows that. As you explore your options, there are many important questions that you need answers for in order to reasonably guarantee you have the most energy-efficient and affordable choice for your Miami area home. Now let's take a look at what you should be familiar with about a new home comfort system. What Exactly Makes Up A Heating & Air Conditioning System? Your home's Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) system, what Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning refers to as the "home comfort system", often embodies three major components: The furnace, which provides heat and air movement The condenser, the air conditioner or cooling equipment, and One or several products that regulates air quality and humidity levels in your home In some Miami area homes, a heat pump may be used instead of a furnace and condenser. Heat pumps remove indoor heat in the hot months and add outdoor heat in latter months of the year. Working together with the thermostat, these main components regulate your indoor environmental comfort level. Like the engine of a truck, the home comfort system is the instrument of your home that 'drives' your family's indoor comfort year round. Quality Installation Is The Key The specs of your home dictate the choices available to you for a home comfort system. The quality of the installation is critical in that process. If the installation is conducted inadequately, the equipment, energy-efficiency and your comfort level is hampered significantly. Irregardless of how much you spent, the equipment will experience frequent repair problems in the future if the install was bad. So it's especially important to work with a heating and air professional that can prove their installation quality. Think About All Available Features And Options There are a number of makes, models, features and options of comfort equipment available to select from. You are best served by researching every option to ensure your home's air quality, humidity level, temperature and energy-consumption ideal for the health and comfort of your family. A good home comfort company will help you determine your family's specific comfort needs and desires, then just walk you through the most sensible and affordable choices that will meet those needs for you. When they're finished, you should have everything you need to make a choice that fits your budget and satisfies your family's needs. Reduce Energy Consumption A reputable home comfort company will also perform what's called a heating and cooling load calculation and an energy-efficiency analysis on your home. These calculations not only determine the proper type of equipment needed, they show how you can benefit from the additional savings of high-efficiency heating and air conditioning products. Uncovering hidden saving thru a reduction in household energy consumption are important factors because the cost of operating a heating and air conditioning system is usually not factored when figuring out your budget. Think about it - if you found $700 laying next to your furnace or A/C system each year, what would you do with the extra money in your pocket? As energy costs rise in the future, high-efficiency equipment becomes a "plus" vs. being a "minus" to your family's budget. By the same token, as heating and air conditioning manufacturers produce more efficient equipment, the outdoor environment also benefits. So really give some thought to high-efficiency equipment. It's equipment developed to save much more than just your utility bills; it's environmentally conscious. Who Are You Dealing With? When evaluating Warranties and Guarantees from multiple Miami area companies, strongly consider and aggressively question the financial health, history and longevity of the businesses you might assign the job. There are plenty of inexpensive, inexperienced HVAC service companies doing business today; buyer beware. A paper certificate does not matter too much if the issuing company is not around to honor it. The company should be viable enough to supply you with financing options that include manageable, monthly payments. The risk with many smaller companies is that they are sold or just go out of business. To summarize, the manufacturer of the equipment will usually warrant defects in the equipment, but the installing company independently guarantees the installation work. Getting Started If you live in the Miami area, Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning can help you. Schedule an appointment online or simply call 305-440-1505 and we will be happy to assist you. A new furnace or air conditioning system will save you energy and money every single month. Although it's a big decision to get a new system, we hope this information has helped you understand the buying process and what to watch out for as you move through it. Back To BlogContact Us


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AppNote 1203: the measurement of pentachlorophenol (PENTA) in treated wood and wood treatment solutions is demonstrated.
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When it comes to the developmental processes that the World Heritage Park looks to encourage in regards to actual work carried out, the need for sound knowledge is great. The Nærøyfjorden World Heritage Parks works closely with research institutes and Sogn og Fjordane University College in regards to both knowledge and course development.
What remain most important in the eyes of the World Heritage Park are their contributions to developing expertise at a grassroots level. Developing the local hosting roles and an ability to convey the local nature and cultural heritages are very much at the centre of this. "The Forum for Interpretation" is a collaboration between the Nærøyfjorden World Heritage Park and Aurland Nature and Cultural Heritage (ANKA). The first significant result of this collaboration is the "Becoming a Village Host ('bygdevert')" course.
The Nærøyfjorden World Heritage Park has held several courses in order to encourage the development of local expertise in the area, amongst others these have been regarding; signposting and clearing of trails, the restoration of buildings, courses in wall construction, hosting skills courses and workshops in geology for nursery and school teachers. The Park has also arranged guided trips in the world heritage nature focused on subjects such as geology, biology and the cultural landscape.


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January 4, 2012
We may love the feel of the wind in our hair and the open road before us. We may enjoy the thrill. But don't be fooled—motorcycles, no matter how long you've been riding, are dangerous!
Without the built in protection found in cars and with the fact that most drivers just don't look out for motorcycles, it is no wonder that motorcycle accidents can result in serious injuries. Avoid the need for a personal injury attorney or worse, a wrongful death attorney, by following these safety tips below.
- Always wear a helmet: Wearing a helmet makes you 3 times less likely to suffer serious head trauma.
- Learn to ride smart: Your visibility on a bike is essential. Ride in your lane in such a way as to see as much of the road as you can.
- Always ride safe: Always keep a look out for what vehicles are around you. Know where you can safely turn if you need to make an evasive maneuver. Obey speed limits and advisories in more winding roads.
- Be visible to others: Consider wearing bright clothing or reflectors to make you a bit more noticeable on the road. Also make sure never to ride without proper headlights, brake lights, and turn signals.
- Know your bike: Consider taking lessons or at the very least, practice riding in a safe environment like a quiet back road. Learning the ins-and-outs of your bike, the way it feels and handles, will help you stay safe and avoid accidents. In addition, always make sure the bike is in good working condition prior to going for a ride. This includes checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
If you do end up in an accident, Padilla Law Group, LLP are available to handle the legal issues, making sure that you are treated fairly by those responsible and allowing you to focus on your recovery. We specialize in personal injury law and are your accident attorneys. We can help—just give us a call.
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create an attorney-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the firm or any individual attorney.


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I've been tagged! Actually, I'm buggered if I know what this really means, but these are the rules in case anyone else can make head or tail of them:
1. Link to the person who tagged you.
2. Post the rules on your blog.
3. Write six random things about yourself.
4. Tag six people at the end of your post and link to them.
5. Let each person know they've been tagged and leave a comment on their blog.
6. Let the tagger know when your entry is up.
I was tagged by Bo, whose writings and erudition I admire enormously, so go there immediately and check him out and stop arsing about on here. I'm not sure he quite gets the point of tagging either, but I hope it may be taken as a complement. I don't know any other bloggers to tag.
Six random things about yourself... Look, if you blog, odds are you are not someone who would confuse an entrance with an exit, so for 'random things about yourself', read 'carefully selected things about yourself, with artfully arranged lighting'. The inevitability of the posing involved, even subconsciously, made me decide not to make a list.
Not yet, anyway.


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Joe Stiglitz preaches markets to poor countries!
Stiglitz in the current issue of Vanity Fair is afraid how poor countries will respond to the global crisis and the record of American hypocrisy on economic policy (like what America prescribed for itself in 2008-2009 vs. what it prescribed for Asia during 1997 crisis). All of this will tarnish market economics so much, fears Stiglitz, that poor countries will turn away from markets altogether in favor of some heavy-handed state planning and socialism. Stiglitz, who is not usually considered market economics' best friend, is right to be scared.
It's rare for your regular working-class economist to be the FIRST to worry, so forgive me if I point out that I expressed almost identical fears to Stiglitz' fears nine months ago in the Wall Street Journal. (On the minus side for crystal ball-gazing, one of my star exhibits for socialism noveau was Honduran president Zelaya, who was just overthrown last weekend.) And then I worried some more about this in Foreign Policy (January/February 2009).
One of the reasons to be worried is the precedent from the 1930s Depression – not the usual worry about a huge wave of global protectionism. No, the worry is about the intellectual precedent that the Depression so discredited markets that government planning and intervention became the default model of development economics for the next 30 years – the 1950s through the 1970s.
I'm thrilled to have a heavyweight like Joe Stiglitz to make this case better and more credibly than I could (along with providing a cheap excuse to recycle a couple of my old columns). The issue now is not subtleties about the right type of financial regulation, global vs. local standards, or calibrating fiscal stimulus. The issue in development now is the revival of the big markets vs. state planning debate. Let's hope it comes out differently this time than it did for early development economics after the Depression.


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Foxxface dug his roots deep into graffiti in the Southern reaches of the East coast. With friends and fellow artists, he studied different techniques and approaches to expressing oneself in the public arena. However, upon moving to New York, Foxxface discovered a new location, a new direction, and a new sense of inspiration. Focusing mostly on depicting faces, the artist finds a free flowing and active approach in the actions of mark-making. This results in a collection of layers that distort and skew the features of the final form.
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Taneytown 6th Annual Wine, Art and Music Fest
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Vineyard and brewery vendors, along with unique artists and crafters. Music for everyone, KID ZONE with children's activities and crafts and a wide array of food for the palate. Free Admission - Alcohol tasting tickets - $10 for 10 (includes wine glass and ID bracelet).