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15 new and notable Android apps and live wallpapers from the last week (5/30/17 - 6/5/17)
Welcome to the roundup of the best new Android applications and live wallpapers that went live in the Play Store or were spotted by us in the previous week or so.
Looking for the previous roundup editions? Find them here.
Featured App
Accu Battery
Today's roundup is presented by Accu Battery from Digibites. Batteries today are ubiquitous with just about every device we use, as they play a critical role in our day-to-day that is difficult to dismiss. This means that it is pretty important to stay on top of your battery usage. Keeping track of what app is using too much battery or just checking your current usage projections can be plenty helpful when out and about, as every spare milliamp-hour can be crucial in getting things done. Luckily Accu Battery is here to keep us informed, that way our batteries can run longer and more efficiently.
Accu Battery protects battery health, displays battery usage information, and measures battery capacity (mAh) based on science. Batteries have a limited lifespan. Every time you charge your device, it wears out the battery, lowering its total capacity. Scientific research shows that battery lifespan can be extended up to 200%, when you charge your device to only 80%. Accu Battery measures the actual battery usage using information from the battery charge controller. Battery usage per app is determined by combining these measurements with information on which app is in the foreground. Android calculates battery usage using pre-baked profiles that device manufacturers provide, like how much power the CPU uses. In practice however, these numbers tend to be highly inaccurate.
- Measure real battery capacity (in mAh).
- Use the charge alarm to prolong battery lifespan.
- See how much wear your battery sustains with each charge session.
- Look up the discharge speed and battery consumption per app.
- Remaining charge time - know how long it takes before your battery is charged.
- Remaining use time - know when you will run out of battery.
- Screen on or screen off estimations.
- Check the percentage of deep sleep, when the device is in standby mode.
- Ongoing notification for real time battery statistics at a glance.
Pro Features
- Real-time CPU and power usage overlay for spotting battery draining processes.
- Use Dark and AMOLED black themes to save energy.
- Access to historical sessions older than 1 day.
- Detailed battery statistics in notification.
- No ads
AccuBattery (Free+, Google Play) →
Adobe Scan
Android Police coverage: Adobe releases Adobe Scan, supports text recognition and works with Document Cloud
Adobe Scan, as the name would suggest, is a scanner app that allows you to turn any physical document into a PDF. It works through the use of your device's camera by way of taking pictures of documents. You can even enhance the document photographed, in order to clean up its appearance as a PDF. While many apps already provide a similar service on the Play Store, this is Adobe's first attempt at offering a photo-based PDF creation tool on Android. You can grab Adobe Scan today as an entirely free download that does not include any advertisements or in-app purchases.
The free Adobe Scan app turns your device into a powerful portable scanner that recognizes text automatically (OCR). Turn anything — receipts, notes, documents, pictures, business cards, whiteboards — into an Adobe PDF with content you can reuse.
- CAPTURE. Scan anything with precision. Advanced image technology automatically detects borders and sharpens scanned content.
- ENHANCE. Touch up scans or photos from your camera roll. Easily preview, reorder, crop, rotate, and adjust color.
- REUSE. Turn your scan into a high-quality Adobe PDF that unlocks content through automated text recognition.
Adobe Scan (Free+, Google Play) →
Face Swap
Android Police coverage: Microsoft merges advanced facial recognition and Bing image search in new Face Swap app
Microsoft Corporation has been on a tear releasing new apps onto Android lately. Their latest offering this week is Face Swap, a facial recognition app that allows you to place your face into a never ending assortment of online photos. What sets it apart from other facial swap apps is how it works. You simply take a picture of your face. Then, depending on the angle, shape, as well as other qualifiers, the app will use Bing image search to find photos you face will fit seamlessly on. If this sounds like something that appeals to you, you can quickly pick up Face Swap for free without worry of any advertisements or in-app purchases.
Search & transport yourself into fun & inspirational scenes. Free, no ads, just face swaps. Just take a selfie, choose a scene from your camera roll or the web, and swipe through your results. It's so easy with the power of search and the intelligent face tech. There is always something new to face swap into. We frequently update our categories, and the web never stands still.
- See yourself with a new hairstyle
- Try on different fashions
- Pop yourself into trending scenes
- Swap multiple faces on a group photo
- Put your friend's face onto some funny pictures
- You can swap any face into any picture.
Face Swap (Free, Google Play) →
TapTapTap Tile
Sometimes the best apps are the simplest. TapTapTap Tile most definitely fits inside of this category. Simply put, this is a toggle that you can place in you pull-down notification bar. It allows you to turn off and on the "Show Taps" function of your device. Typically this toggle is squirreled away inside of your Settings under the hidden Developer Options section. For those that often need to turn this feature on and off, (say for YouTubers who record gameplay) this easily accessible toggle is a godsend. TapTapTap Tile is available for free, and there are no advertisements or in-app purchases.
A very simple straight to the point tile for devices with Quick Tiles support. It adds a shortcut to enable or disable "Show taps", a switch inside Developer Options. I got tired of going to Dev Options every time I needed to use the tap circle overlay so here it is. This is mostly for developers or designers capturing screen records.
TapTapTap Tile (Free, Google Play) →
Cabana - Hang Out, Watch Stuff
To be quite honest, Cabana - Hang Out, Watch Stuff is pretty similar to the functionality found in Hangouts. You and up to five friends can video chat while watching YouTube videos. Of course, the user base is slightly different as this is an app intended for Tumblr users, which is owned by Yahoo. So I suppose you could say this is Yahoo's version of Hangouts, just that it is more geared towards social interaction. One thing to keep in mind is that even though Cabana - Hang Out, Watch Stuff is a free app, it does contain advertisements. While there are no in-app purchases to worry about, that does mean there is no current way to remove these ads.
Cabana is Tumblr's new app for hanging out and watching stuff. Video chat with up to five of your friends while watching YouTube videos together. Anytime, anywhere. It's just you and people you like, so you're already camera-ready.
- HANG OUT: Video chat with up to five of your friends.
- WATCH STUFF: Watch YouTube videos together while you chat.
Cabana - Hang Out, Watch Stuff (Free, Google Play) →
Garmin Golf
Garmin is no stranger to the sport of Golf. That is why it is a bit of a surprise that it took this long to see a Golf centric app from the company. I suppose they wanted to sell their equipment instead of relying on an app. But it would appear that plan is over, now that we have this Android release. Essentially Garmin Golf is an app that gamifies Golf by way of allowing the user to create their own tournaments at a local Golf course. While that does sound like a fun tool, it is the fact that Garmin Golf is offered as a completely free app that makes me happy. Rest assured, there are no advertisements or in-app purchases included with this download.
Add another level of fun and competition to your game with the free Garmin Golf app. Download it to your phone to compete with your friends and fellow golfers. Each round can take on a tournament feel on any of more than 40,000 courses worldwide. Compete in weekly leaderboards on any golf course, or you can set up your own tournament event and invite multiple friends to compete. Players can also live chat with each other and post their results for others to see. If you have a compatible Garmin device, your scorecard will upload when you sync to the app through Garmin Connect or Garmin Express.
Garmin Golf (Free, Google Play) →
Dog Lens | Recognise Breed
Dog Lens | Recognise Breed is something of an interesting idea. Essentially you take a photo of a dog in order for the app to tell you what breed the dog is. In practice, the experience is a bit more painful than you would think. While I can appreciate that the app is still under development, it does crash quite often. When it is not crashing, it does appear to work for the most part, though your best bet so far is to take a pic of a full breed dog. There is no system in place currently to identify mixed breeds or mutts. If you would like to give this app a go, Dog Lens | Recognise Breed is available for free and there are no advertisements or in-app purchases weighing the experience down.
Introducing Dog Lens. It is a simple interface which helps you to recognise breeds of dogs with ease. Since the application is under development, it only supports 120 dog categories. I am working on adding more as soon as possible. You can check/request for more food categories below. I am a college student, and I don't have the resources to keep high end servers running. The app might be slow at times. Please bear with me. The usage of the application is quite simple.
- Start the camera within the application by tapping on the camera button.
- Click a picture of your dog
- Let us take it from there.
Dog Lens | Recognise Breed (Free, Google Play) →
Security & Privacy
There do seem to be quite a few security apps already available on Android. Why Verizon feels the need to release yet another app similar to the rest is a bit of a pickle. Sure, I suppose it is a nice service to offer to the public. But it strikes me as odd to re-brand what is essentially a Mcafee app. Who am I kidding though, why wouldn't Verizon want to make some money on a subscription plan to a security app they didn't even make. If you feel that your device is not quite secure enough, you can pick up Security & Privacy for free without worry of any advertisements. Rest assured there are in-app purchases that are used for a subscription fee if you want to use this on multiple devices.
Security & Privacy from Verizon (S&P) helps your device be at its best by keeping it safe from viruses, risky apps and un-secure Wi-Fi networks. Verizon customers can download the Single Device version here and also upgrade to the Multi-Device version (which extends protection to unlimited devices) through the app or through My Verizon.
Security & Privacy (Free+, Google Play) →
Audvel - podcast app
If you are an avid podcast listener, I would imagine that you already have landed on a favorite podcast app. For those that have not, Audvel - podcast app is the new kid on the block that may be worth a look. Sure, it may not contain all of the features found in the more robust options available, but it is free and performs quite admirably. The only caveat with Audvel - podcast app is the fact that it does contain advertisements that can not be removed.
Audvel is a brand new podcast app available for free. With Audvel you'll be able to find and listen to your favorite podcast, sync a podcast and listen with your web browser and much more. Audvel enables you to easily browse through your subscriptions with a timeline view of all your episodes. You'll also be able to bookmark and download your favorite episodes to listen offline.
Audvel - podcast app (Free, Google Play) →
GameSpot Now
If GameSpot Now was an app that allowed you to read the full catalog of articles available on the site I could see its usefulness. Sadly that is not what we are receiving with this release. There are only ten articles available through the app daily, which really limits the content for those interested in a broad selection of gaming news. While I can appreciate that being an RSS reader for GameSpot is not the intention of the release, I see little reason to specifically limit my amount of gaming news coming from GameSpot. What is nice about this title is how GameSpot Now is available for free. What isn't great is the fact that it does contain irremovable advertisements.
GameSpot Now delivers the most important and recent gaming and entertainment news, reviews and opinions, all in one easy daily dose. The app has GameSpot's 10 biggest stories of the day at the tip of your fingers. Staying up to date on the latest game announcements and news is hard. That's why we built GameSpot Now, the simplest, fastest, free-est way to get a quick look at what's big right now in gaming and entertainment news. GameSpot Now gives you a look at the "big picture" by delivering a selection of best stories based on the most popular topics right now. GameSpot Now is perfect for your commute (but please, not while driving.) or while in line at your favorite coffee shop.
GameSpot Now (Free, Google Play) →
Link Sharing
Link Sharing, formally known as Simple Sharing, is Samsung's solution to sharing content through a wide selection of apps. It is available for most Android devices, not just for Samsung's, which is refreshing. Sadly it would seem that Samsung users did not get a choice in whether the app should be installed in the first place. While it is a useful service, the fact that you can not uninstall it from a Samsung branded device can be infuriating. The good news for the rest non-Samsung users is that Link Sharing is available for free without worry of any advertisements or in-app purchases.
The name of Simple Sharing is now Link Sharing. If you download Link Sharing at first, there is no App Icon, Please select "Link Sharing" in Share panel for sharing contents in your app. You can add Link Sharing App icon if you want in Link Sharing settings. Link Sharing is a file sharing app that can conveniently share large video clips or massive quantities of photos (at their original sizes) to large groups of people.
Link Sharing (Free, Google Play) →
Manufacturer And Tie-In Apps
Microsoft Planner
Android Police coverage: The Microsoft Planner app is now available on Android [APK Download]
To begin with, Microsoft Planner requires a work or school subscription to Office 365. While the app is easily installed on many devices, it will not run unless you are paying for the service. With that out of the way, Microsoft Planner is a Trello style kanban board that utilizes a collaborative functionality similar to Basecamp. The service has been available since last summer, but this week is the first time Android has received an app for said service. You can grab the Microsoft Planner Android app for free, and there are no advertisements or in-app purchases available to ruin the experience.
Microsoft Planner requires an eligible Office 365 work or school subscription. This app does not support Office 365 personal accounts (for example: firstname.lastname@example.com or firstname.lastname@example.com). If you are not sure about your company's subscription or the services you have access to, please contact your IT department. Planner provides a simple, visual way to organize teamwork. Planner makes it easy for your team to create new plans, organize and assign tasks, share files, chat about what you're working on, and get updates on progress.
Microsoft Planner (Free, Google Play) →
Device Maintenance
Android Police coverage: Samsung uploads its Device Maintenance tool to the Play Store
Device Maintenance is an app Samsung pre-installs on their devices. It is essentially a cleaner tool that is intended to keep the user's device free of spyware or viruses. This last week it was finally released on the Play Store. This means it can be updated from the store itself, keeping it far more up to date that if Samsung relied on its glacial OTA updates. If you own a Samsung device, you can see that Device Maintenance is available for free without worry of any advertisements or in-app purchases.
For a more pleasant experience while using your Galaxy smartphone, try the "Device Maintenance" app by Samsung Electronics. With the "Device Maintenance" app, anyone can easily keep their smartphone in good condition. The intuitive screen layout and interactions help the user check the condition of their device at a single glance and maintain their smartphone easily without expert knowledge, as it enables them to take prompt actions if problems, such as malware (viruses, spyware), arise.
Device Maintenance (Free, Google Play) →
MLB.com At Bat VR
Android Police coverage: MLB's At Bat VR app lets you stream live games with Daydream
MLB.com At Bat VR is a Daydream application that allows you to stream out-of-market Major League Baseball games in virtual reality. The experience is quite similar to MLB Advanced Media's MLB.com At Bat app, just in VR. If watching baseball in virtual reality appeals to you, MLB.com At Bat VR looks to be a solid choice, if not your only. While the app is free to download, there are extra features if you purchase At Bat Premium. As with anything MLB related, there is always a price attached.
The #1 source for LIVE BASEBALL comes to Daydream. Stream out-of-market games from your favorite team anytime with this official Major League Baseball app. Get closer to the game and dive into immersive data like never before. At Bat VR is the first VR app to bring live game streaming and real-time data visualization to fans and broadcasts the most live games of any VR sports app, start watching today.
MLB.com At Bat VR (Free, Google Play) →
Virtual Reality apps still seem to keep trickling out. While there is a certain price hurdle to any VR platform, it does appear that Daydream has had constant development support. Vicarious is the latest Daydream release to prove this point. It is a media collection app that allows you to store and group together not only VR content, but 2D and 360 content as well. What is nice, is that Vicarious is offered as a free app that does not include any advertisements or in-app purchases.
Vicarious lets you create and share snippets of your life by using 2D photos/videos, 360 photos and embellishing them with text, and audio to add emotion and tone to your 5-page story. You can consume and create both in VR and as a regular 2D mobile app. By using life's most intimate captured moments, Vicarious empowers the world to share, understand and experience each other in VR.
Vicarious (Free, Google Play) →
Live Wallpapers
UCL Real Madrid C.F. Wallpaper
UCL Real Madrid C.F. Wallpaper is a new and free soccer themed live wallpaper from Sony Mobile Communications. While the Play Store states that the wallpaper is only tested on Sony devices, it actually works on plenty of others. So don't worry if you do not own a Sony product, this live wallpaper will work for you all the same. You can pick up UCL Real Madrid C.F. Wallpaper for free, and there is no worry of any advertisements or in-app purchases included with the download.
UEFA Champions League Real Madrid C.F. live wallpaper for Sony XPERIA™. Tested on Xperia Devices XZ, X, Z5, Z5 Compact, Xperia Z4 Tablet, Xperia Z3 etc. Requires Android 5.0 and above. Download gorgeous and high quality wallpapers developed uniquely for your Xperia smartphone from Sony Mobile. Download your favourite and personalize your phone today.
UCL Real Madrid C.F. Wallpaper (Free, Google Play) →
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Newton Stewart Tri club may only have been formed two years ago, but two club members are heading off to Austria next weekend to represent their country.
David Beattie (Newton Stewart) and Ian Hannah (Stranraer) have qualified to represent Ireland and GB respectively at Challenge Walchsee on Sunday 4th September in the European Championships.
This is a middle distance triathlon, with a 1.5 mile open water swim, 56 mile bike ride before finishing off with a half marathon.
Ian is an experienced International triathlete and former Wigtown sports personality of the year.
He will be competing for one of the top places. For David, however, this will be a whole new experience.
He said: "I watched Ian race in London three years ago for Great Britain, and was absolutely inspired by his performance.
"I have spent the past three years trying to improve enough to qualify myself. I managed to gain a qualification place at an event in Northern Ireland last year, and will be trying hard not to embarrass myself amongst Europe's top amateur triathletes!"
If you are keen to try triathlon, Ian and David are both actively involved in coaching at the club.
There are regular bike, run and swim sessions; look up the club at www.nstri.co.uk or on Facebook. There is an aquathlon (swim/run) event organised on Saturday 17th September - see Facebook for details.
All levels of ability welcome!

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Kirkcudbright Academy pupils showcased their rugby talent whilst competing in the 2018 SP Energy Networks Warriors Championship at Scotstoun on Wednesday.
They were joined by girls and boys from Queen Margaret Academy, St Andrew's Roman Catholic School, Auchinleck Academy and Wallace High School as the third round of competition got underway at the home of Glasgow Warriors.
Each participating school in this year's championship has S1 and S2 level boys' teams competing as well as an under-15s girls' team.
Dry weather ensured some great running rugby was on show from all the schools competing and across the 30 matches, 195 tries were scored with Stirling-based Wallace High School joining previously qualified Balfron High School and Jordanhill School in the next round.
One of the highlights of the day was the standard of competition in the girls' matches with the Kirkcudbright girls' team losing just one match.
Watching on the sidelines was Scotland Women head coach Shade Munro and high performance pathway programme manager for Scotland Women and Girls, Sarah Dixon.
It proved to be a successful scouting mission for the pair.
Munro said: "This tournament is a really good advert for rugby in Scotland.
"Every girls' team I've watched has a couple of players who have a really good chance of playing at a higher level in a few years' time if they stick at it.
"Coming to Scotstoun and playing on a quality synthetic pitch is conducive for running rugby and that's important when introducing players to the game.
"It's good to see everyone playing rugby with smiles on their faces."
Dixon, whose role at Scottish Rugby includes talent identification, added: "The Warriors Championship is a high energy tournament and I have seen some good evasive running which is exactly what we want to promote in all our players.
"We are having a look at players that we could potentially invite into one of our future age group programmes and some of these girls might be ready to step up to that level soon."
Glasgow Warriors and Scotland prop Zander Fagerson also took in some of the action alongside teammates Leonardo Sarto, Scott Cummings and Patrick Kelly.
Fagerson said: "Rugby in Scotland is thriving and it's great to integrate boys and girls into the same tournament.
"Everyone is having fun which is the main thing and there's some really competitive rugby on show."
At the beginning of this season Glasgow Warriors announced a landmark three-year partnership with SP Energy Networks which saw them become the club's Official Community Partner.
Twenty five schools from across the west, central and southern Scotland will take part in the tournament.
The 2018 champions will take home the SP Energy Networks Warriors Championship trophy and brand new rugby kit for their school.


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Recently, many Saints attended one of twelve dedication services for the Draper Utah Temple, the one hundred twenty-ninth operating temple, held March 20–22. Additionally, tens of thousands participated in the Sunday afternoon session through a satellite broadcast to meetinghouses and stake centers throughout Utah. For many, it was a red-letter day full of excitement, gratitude,


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Hocus Pocus & The All New Sequel by A.W. Jantha
Published by Freeform on July 10, 2018
Genres: Young Adult
Pages: 521
Format: Hard Cover
Buy on Amazon
Hocus Pocus is beloved by Halloween enthusiasts all over the world. Diving once more into the world of witches, this electrifying two-part young adult novel, released on the twenty-fifth anniversary of the 1993 film, marks a new era of Hocus Pocus. Fans will be spellbound by a fresh retelling of the original film, followed by the all-new sequel that continues the story with the next generation of Salem teens.
Shortly after moving from California to Salem, Massachusetts, Max Dennison finds himself in hot water when he accidentally releases a coven of witches, the Sanderson sisters, from the afterlife. Max, his sister, and his new friends (human and otherwise) must find a way to stop the witches from carrying out their evil plan and remaining on earth to torment Salem for all eternity.
Twenty-five years later, Max and Allison's seventeen-year-old daughter, Poppy, finds herself face-to-face with the Sanderson sisters in all their sinister glory. When Halloween celebrations don't quite go as planned, it's a race against time as Poppy and her friends fight to save her family and all of Salem from the witches' latest death-defying scheme.
Hocus Pocus is my favorite Halloween movie, as it is for many '90s kids, so I was super excited to hear there was going to be a sequel. When I found out it was a book sequel, rather than a movie sequel…well, I have to admit that I was disappointed not to have Better Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy returning as the witches. Still, I am a book nerd, so it wasn't a total loss.
The first half of this book is the beloved story of Hocus Pocus with a few extra details added in. But don't worry movie fans, it doesn't detract from the original story or alter it in any sort of significant way. It's basically details that flesh out the original characters (after all, unlike the movie, we can now see the inner workings of their minds) and set up the sequel.
The second half of the book is the sequel…The sequel. Sigh. I have to be honest, the start is a bit rough, mainly due to the author trying to make the story more modern and relevant to the young adults of this decade, except they don't have to. The author made the main character a lesbian. While I feel this segment of society is under-represented in mainstream literature, this part of the storyline does not feel natural to the story. I think the writer could have done a better job making it blend in with the rest of the story rather than stand out like a statement. I also think they could have gotten away with making this a buddy story instead of a romance.
By the way, the author is A. W. Jantha, which appears to be a pen name created specifically for this book, as they have no other works listed to their name. So who exactly is this mysterious author? Any ideas?
Back to the story….It's 25 years later and Max and Allison's daughter, Poppy, knows the story of her parents, Aunt Dani, and the Sanderson Sisters. She thinks they're crazy and slightly overprotective when it comes to the supernatural, but they've kept it under wraps from people outside the family. However, she soon learns that the story is real when the Sanderson Sisters return. Now, it's up to her and her friends to save Salem.
Some favorite characters from the original story appear in the sequel, which is nice. One of them is Jay, the not-so-bright bully from the movie. I'm not so sure I'm sold on his career, but I imagine it was a choice of convenience to make the story work. While old favorites made their appearances, the autho made sure not to let them overshadow the new trio of heroes.
As leader of the trio, Poppy is a nice mix of her parents. She has her father's lack of foresight and her mother's strength, plus her own sense of compassion, which makes for an interesting character to drive the story forward. The supporting characters, Travis and Isabella were enjoyable to read, especially Travis with his humor and wit. Isabella's role was slightly predictable, but I think it was a predictability that readers want to see happen.
While the start of the sequel is clunky, the story does get better as the flow improves. The action is well-paced and the storyline imaginative. Best of all, the reader gets to learn more about witches, the book, and the history of the Sanderson family. Overall, it was enjoyable to read, and it will be interesting to see if they make any more sequels to follow.
Have you read the Hocus Pocus sequel yet?


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Our last day in Panama with Air France and Enjoy Panama UK! Despite packing so much in that it felt like the trip had been five times longer than it was, the last day still came around too fast. We packed up one final time and said goodbye to the lovely Marriott and the Pacific Ocean.
Today's itinerary was a leisurely sightseeing and shopping day in Panama City's old town (Casco Viejo), but first we stopped to stock up on coffee. Kotowa is a gourmet local coffee brand and they grow their beans in the town of Boquete in the west of the country. (Boquete sounds worth a visit in itself, at least according to our tour guide whose father is the major!) I bought a bag of rare Geisha coffee, so named for Gesha in Ethiopia where it was developed, but also coincidentally this coffee is popular in Japan because it has a mild flavour more like tea. Kotowa run tours of their plantation which sounds like a fun activity for another trip.
Heading into the city, a quick stop to admire the views. The marked difference between Panama's old and new towns is quite remarkable – skyscrapers that way, charming colonial decay this way.
We took a wander of the streets, admiring the pretty squares, spotting some cool looking restaurants and ducking into shops for souvenirs.
You can spot shaved-ice sellers in the squares; they have a super cool little cart with a large block of ice on top, with a little machine that quickly shaves and cups the ice all one. It's then topped with flavoured syrups and condensed milk, for 75 cents or so.
It's a very pretty area to wander around, and I could have easily spent a few more days discovering all it has to offer.
Along the bay is a pretty covered street lined with market stalls selling local handcrafts and souvenirs. I love the traditional embroidered textiles called Mola that the Guna Indians make and sell; I brought a couple home.
Finally, we had a quick peek into the American Trade Hotel, a brand new hotel from the Ace group housed in an old department store building. It's absolutely beautiful and I'd certainly try to stay there for a few nights if I was visiting Panama again.
After one final beer pit stop, we packed into our bus for the last time and headed to the airport. We were lucky enough to be upgraded by Air France again, and I slept for nearly the whole flight back. Once again thanks loads to Air France and Enjoy Panama UK for sending me on this trip. What do you think, would you consider Panama as a holiday destination? I can't wait to go back.


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Top 5 Kids' Attractions
Top 5 Kids' Attractions
COSI Columbus:
COSI is an award winning, interactive science education center located in downtown Columbus, Ohio. Exhibits focus on science, space, oceans, machines, technology and more. Preschoolers to adults will find something they enjoy.
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium:
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Zoombezi Bay:
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The Santa Maria:
Experience a day in the life of Christopher Columbus and his explorers. An overnight program is available for those who are feeling adventerous!
Ohio Historical Society:
Visit the Historical Society and explore numerous exhibits and collections ranging from archaeology collections to digital library collections. Something for everyone to explore!


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Beijing Bootcamp 2012
with Strength & Conditioning Coach, Steve Warn
Update: Beijing Bootcamp 2012 Kick Off date change
The kickoff date for Beijing Bootcamp 2012 in Chaoyang Park has been changed to Sunday evening at 5:30pm.
We meet at the east side of the stadium in the park (close to the east gate).
PLEASE NOTE:I start a warmup run from West Gate #3 at 5 - nothing too fast.
For the month of May, here's the deal:
1) first class for free (as are all Human In Motion classes - ask me for info on other classes)
2) May is the earlybird special at half price for the whole season - until November 1st. If you sign up this month, bootcamp is only 300 for 5 class packs. Drop-ins for 80rmb, and for 12 Week Challengers who sign up in May for the whole 12 week challenge at 60 rmb per class they will be reimbursed 50% of their money at the finale party upon completion of the challenge after proof of completing the challenge.
3) There will be only Human In Motion coaches running the classes to ensure quality coaching is provided. To register, please email Steve at physbomb at (@) gmail.com.
4) Due to various fitness levels and health situations of everyone, please inform me as early as possible of any ailments, past injuries, health conditions, previous fitness experience, etc, so that I can provide you with the most suitable exercises possible.
The class is as hard as you make it for yourself but it's only body weight and partner weight. I'll oversee all of you as best I can.
Go slow, listen to your body, respect your partners, be communicative to them AND ME if you ever feel uncomfortable or unsure of something BEFORE you begin an exercise or continue when something feels wrong.
5) Please bring at least 1 liter of water to keep hydrated. Hand towel. Yoga mats are recommended. Proper sportswear - runners, shorts, breathable clothing. Heartrate monitors are recommended.
Since Saturday, May 5th is the opening party for the WHS 12 Week Challenge and I'm a sponsor, I have to move the initial bootcamp to Sunday, May 6 so that I can attend the party.
You're all welcome to come. Most of the Human In Motion team, including myself, are joining the competition for fun so you're not alone!
Please come to the Hilton tomorrow night for the kick-off party! http://www.whs-12weekchallenge.com/
By the way, there will be random competitions and things for free giveaways to keep you all motivated and having fun :)
If there are any new details to tell you, I'll shoot it out as they come up.
Looking forward to training hard with all of you in my 2012 Beijing Bootcamp and the WHS 12 Week Challenge and a better lifestyle!
By the way, there will be random competitions and things for free giveaways to keep you all motivated and having fun :)
If there are any new details to tell you, I'll shoot it out as they come up.
Looking forward to training hard with all of you in my 2012 Beijing Bootcamp and the WHS 12 Week Challenge for health and fitness - a better lifestyle!
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Last Bits of D-etritus
The interview Walt and I did with Microsoft's Bill Gates and Apple's Steve Jobs last week at D5 is now the No. 1 podcast on Apple's iTunes, beating out National Public Radio's "Car Talk," "This American Life" and the Best of YouTube.
The link to the joint interview on iTunes is here, in video and also as a podcast. This link will connect you to the Gates/Jobs interview page on iTunes, but only if you have downloaded the iTunes software. As I said, I will post links on Microsoft platforms for both downloading and streaming as soon as they are up, which should be soon.
Speaking of NPR, Walt and I did a very early morning interview on "Morning Edition" about the various gadgets that we had onstage, including Microsoft's Surface coffee-table computer and the LiveScribe smart pen.
The Surface, of course, got a lot of play after it debuted at the conference, because it was another example of Microsoft getting more into the hardware business. And it was also significant, because the idea of computing using more mundane objects is inherently interesting for anyone with a passing interest in when we will start living like the Jetsons.
And the LiveScribe smart pen is another attempt to bridge that gap between the analog and digital worlds and even merge them. Looking over my piles of notes from two books I did, I realized I would never look at them again, and it would have been nice to make them searchable. Of course, the implications for important scribbling that needs quick finding, such as by a doctor during an exam, are pretty obvious.


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Will the Helix group be returning in Arrow's sixth season, which just got it's premiere date announced as October 12th?
TV Line's Matt Mitovich asked Executive Producer Wendy Mericle that very question, which you can find in his article at TV Line.
What's the verdict? Helix is very much "a dangling thread" which is something that the Arrow producers don't leave hanging around.
According to Executive Producer Wendy Mericle, "It'd be a great, sort of built-in story for Felicity to revisit these people, who are not very happy with her, let's be honest. We left that open-ended on purpose, for sure."
The official "Big Bad" for Arrow Season 6 has not been revealed or confirmed just yet, so we'll have to wait to find out if they have any connection to Helix at all, or what they may have to do with messing up the lives of Oliver and his friends.


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A new year must have resolutions. Here are mine:
A new year must have resolutions. Here are mine:
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Brilliant ..... I like your style Sue!ReplyDelete
Happy new year
love Jooles x x x
In my opinion, there is almost no recipe that cannot be improved by a liberal application of chocolate chips. And my only New Year's resolution each year is to make no resolutions at all. Ever. I've spent too many years beating myself up about that kind of thing. Hope you have fun as you "struggle" to keep yours.ReplyDelete
I like your list, very much. Husband says he is resolving to make his face a little fatter this year. That sounds very doable too.ReplyDelete
Well they all seem like pretty good resolutions to strive for to me.ReplyDelete
fabulous list xReplyDelete
Way to go.ReplyDelete
Brilliant resolutions, just the best.ReplyDelete
Love this! Dieting at any time of year is torture, but contemplating it in January? No no no! And I'm perfectly happy walking for exercise. That and housework. Gyms are horrible, horrible places.ReplyDelete
Life isn't about imposing regimes on yourself.
Good for you :)
My favourite bit of your post? The 'go me'. Brilliant!ReplyDelete
Heather x
Ha ha! Bloody brilliant attitude towards the usual New Year 'doomed to fail' resolutions....have a similar list m'self!ReplyDelete
Oh good, I think I might do most of these as well. So happy to read a blog post that doesn't make me feel inadequate.ReplyDelete
Those sound like my kind of resolutions!ReplyDelete
- Anonymous10:28 pm GMT
I resolve to shamelessly steal other people's resolutions if they sound great!ReplyDelete
Good on you Sue. I admire the way that you know your own mind so very well and are not worried about telling us. Please stay just as you are unless you want to be different. xxReplyDelete
What a refreshing and brilliant post, Sue!! I love your sense of humour.... it definitively makes a change from the sentimentality of other blogs....ReplyDelete
Have a great New Year!, I look forward to your posts,
Pati x
Sue, you've really done a fine list ...I do think that we are on similar wavelengths with regard to resolutions. (I do admit to a curiosity about Pilates...never tried it, though I do admire friends who say it's worth trying. Might give it a go in 2014. Will let you know if I do.)ReplyDelete
That biscuit recipe in the prior post also caught my attention. Might also give it a go. Cannot now quite foretell which will come first chocolate biscuits or Pilates.
Absolutely love your resolutions. I resolved not to go camping years ago, though not on a new year, and have kept it successfully ever since. Enjoy your pastry; it looks so delicious I'm sure it must be gone by now.ReplyDelete
-Giselle x
I love your resolutions - totally with you on number 7!!! I am just resolving to knit more socks this year - and as I've already started a pair I think I should be able to achieve that!!!ReplyDelete
This is a very happy list of resolutions indeed! I'm sure you'll be extremely successful. :-)ReplyDelete
Well we all benefit from your resolution to eat only delicious food so go you!ReplyDelete
Resolutions you'll be able to rigidly stick to. I see 2014 being a fabulous year for you Sue :0)ReplyDelete
Happy new year to you and your family x
A woman after my own heart!ReplyDelete
Fabulous list. I don't drink coffee but I'm with you on all of the others, especially the dieting! I think we're all totally brain-washed to believe thinner is healthier but I don't believe it. I've had arthritis in my left knee for years. Years ago I lost 4 stone in 6 months but my knee was worse than ever even though it was relieved (presumably) of some of the strain on it. My weight isn't good but stays stable & my knee is OK. I've also watched endless programmes about how bad dieting can be & have been down the Weightwatchers, Slimming World routes several times, so I think your attitude is right. Do what makes you happy, healthy, fits into your life...ReplyDelete
Go you, Sue! Falling off my chair laughing....ReplyDelete
Happy New Year Sue - love your list!ReplyDelete
- dorothy8:38 pm GMT
9) I resolve not to try to try to change my sense of humour. It is already almost perfect. :-)ReplyDelete
- dorothy8:39 pm GMT
oops! too many tries...ReplyDelete
- Chris7:56 am GMT
Love this post.ReplyDelete
I have just resolved to make a Galette des Rois on Sunday.
What a good looking Galette. With the exception of resolutions 6 and 7 which I don't do, I concur that your list is a very fine one.ReplyDelete
I'm all about the food this year. Tamar Adler has made a convert of me, and it was because you liked her book that I finally decided to buy it. So it's only right and proper that you keep buying more.ReplyDelete
you're funny.ReplyDelete
(can you bring me a slice of that galette later?)
I like the style of your resolutions. Your Galette looks gorgeousReplyDelete
- Anonymous5:50 pm GMT
Brilliant resolutions. The cake looks fab too!ReplyDelete


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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I am continuing to crave and cook with seasonal foods and this week that is Spaghetti Squash. Now that the weather is finally turning cooler, I am craving some heartier dishes. Today I've taken one of my favorite comfort foods, Mac n Cheese, and made it a little healthier by subbing pasta for spaghetti squash. This Spaghetti Squash Mac N Cheese is creamy and cheesy and everything you love about mac n cheese. Spaghetti Squash Mac N … [Read more...]
Spaghetti Squash Bake
Thanks for joining me and Sarah for Meatless Monday today! It's been so cold here lately that I have been craving warm comfort food. During the blizzard a few weeks ago I threw together a delicious Spaghetti Squash Bake that did the trick. It's very easy to make and eat for a few days. Cooking Tips The most time consuming part of this meal preparation is cooking the spaghetti squash. I prefer to speed up the cooking time by making it in the microwave. It's very easy to do! Simply slice … [Read more...]
Southwestern Spaghetti Squash Boats
Happy Meatless Monday! Now that it is officially fall, I am excited to start sharing some of my favorite autumnal recipes with you all. Just a side note, I have a philosophical boycott of all things pumpkin until October 1st. Things are a little pumpkin crazy of late! Anyway, today I am sharing one of my favorites with you, Southwestern Spaghetti Squash Boats. So please jump in and join Tina and I for Meatless Monday. I love love Spaghetti Squash! It's really so easy to make and very versatile. … [Read more...]
Summer "Squiche"
Happy Meatless Monday! Wow this summer is just flying by isn't it?! I can't believe that we are well into July already. When it is this hot out, I like to eat something pretty light for dinner. I am trying to take advantage of the seasonal veggies as well. Today I am bringing you a twist on a recipe I did last fall. I created a crustless quiche made with spaghetti squash filled with zucchini, tomato & feta. It takes a little more time to prepare than my usual recipes but trust me, it's worth … [Read more...]
Spicy Summer Gazpacho-Meatless Monday
Happy Meatless Monday friends! I am loving all of the fruits and veggies that are so fresh and yummy right now. I can't wait to see what you all bring to link up this week. One of my all time favorite summer recipes is a Spicy Gazpacho. I whipped it up in no time at all and topped it off with some homemade croutons. Yummy Yum! Hope you will join Tina Muir and I for another week of our tasty link up. We have a fun new Meatless Monday button to add too! Feel free to download it and use it for next … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday- "Squiche" w sundried tomatoes & spinach
Time for another round of fabulous Meatless Monday posts with myself & Tina Muir Please check out all of the great recipes from your hostesses and the link ups below. Today I am bringing you a twist on the regular quiche recipe by using Spaghetti Squash as the crust to up the nutritional value and decrease the fat and calories. This recipe is gluten free, vegetarian and can be vegan if you omit the cheese. Hope you enjoy! It takes some time to prepare but trust me, it's worth it. … [Read more...]
"Zoodles & Squoodles"
"Zoodles & Squoodles" aka Zucchini and Squash ribbons of "pasta" This is a super easy and fast not to mention low calorie alternative to pasta. Here's what you will need: 2 large zucchini & 2 large squash 1 package of baby spinach 1 pint of tomatoes ( I used "one sweet tomato" but you can use any type of tomato) I halved the tomatoes 1 can of diced tomatoes (as needed) salt, pepper, garlic, oregano & red pepper to taste Parmasean Cheese to … [Read more...]


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2016 Conference of Champions Hotel Information
The Arthritis Foundation's Conference of Champions (formerly known as Annual Meeting) will be held November 3-4, 2016, at:
Grand Hyatt Denver
1750 Welton Street
Denver, CO 80202
Tel: 303-295-1234
Meeting Registration Information
Registration Fees Schedule: Deadline October 6
- $100 per person - Early registration fee prior to September 15
- $150 per person - Registration fee September 15 - October 6
- After October 6, registration is subject to availability and fee will increase to $200
Additional Guest Fees: Champions Lunch Only - $25; Evening of Honors Only - $75
Rates and Reservation Information
A special group rate of $189, plus applicable state and local taxes (currently 14.75%), has been established for the Arthritis Foundation's Conference of Champions. The group rate will also be offered three days before and three days after the meeting, based upon availability at the time of your request.
In order to obtain our group rate, the Grand Hyatt Denver must receive room reservations no later than October 6. After the October 6 cutoff date, rooms will be available at the group rate on a space-available basis.
Reservations must be secured with a deposit equal to one night's stay. Upon check-in, the deposit will be applied to the first night's accommodation of the reserved stay. The Grand Hyatt will not hold any reservations after 6:00 p.m. on the day of arrival, unless secured with a major credit card or guaranteed by the Arthritis Foundation. Guest room deposits will be refunded if reservations are cancelled 48 hours prior to the day of arrival.
Check-in time at the Grand Hyatt Denver is 3:00 p.m. Checkout is noon. Late checkouts will be provided when requested, based on availability. You are responsible for making your own hotel reservations. You may make reservations by either calling the hotel directly, toll-free at 888-233-1234 or online.
Please be sure to refer to the group "Arthritis Foundation Conference of Champions" to secure the negotiated room rate of $189 (single/double).
Transportation To & From the Airport
Taxi: We recommend allowing an hour for transportation from the Grand Hyatt Denver to Denver International Airport. A taxi from the airport to the Denver Hyatt costs approximately $50-60 one way. All ground transportation services at Denver International Airport are located in Jeppesen Terminal, Level 5.
Denver Airport Rail: Travelers can also opt to use A Line, the new rail service from Denver International Airport to LoDo's (lower downtown's) Union Station and back, courtesy of Regional Transportation District (RTD). The cost each way is $9 per person. The Denver airport rail has six stops along the way and takes approximately 37 minutes.
From Union Station, travelers can access additional transportation to their final destinations, via light rail, regional and local buses, taxis and Amtrak rail service. The free 16th Street Mall Ride runs the entire length of downtown Denver, 1.5 miles, from LoDo, on the west, to the east, stopping less than a half block from the Colorado State Capitol.
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ET Now: What are you expecting from the FOMC meet? Will it be more like a no-event or they are likely to acknowledge the better data flow and hence hey will start making a base for pulling out the QE3 plug?
Marc Faber: I do not expect any
plan to exit anything at the Federal Reserve. I rather think that they
might plan to extend QE3 for further time because one of the goals was
to essentially reduce the asset purchases when unemployment drops to
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Nintendo Creators Program Will Block YouTube Live Streaming
In an email to Nintendo Creator affiliates, Nintendo instructs partners not to livestream its titles on YouTube Gaming.
In an email to Nintendo Creator affiliates, Nintendo instructs partners not to livestream its titles on YouTube Gaming.
FIFA 18 on Switch has a few missing features — here's what you need to know is missing and is included.
Ride Epona into battle with a Majora's Mask wearing sidekick in this cool new DLC.
Red Hook Studios throws their support behind the Nintendo Switch with a tease of Darkest Dungeon running on the system.
Nintendo reveals the origins of Yoshi's designs and confirms he was being punched in the head in Mario's SNES outing.
According to the studio, "no series is out of the question" for a Switch port.
Which vendors will have the Super NES Classic and how to boost your chances of scoring one.
Nintendo's second retro system has an excellent 16-bit library and detailed hardware, plus a few of the NES Classic's design flaws.
It's down to "the lifestyle shift toward the dominance of smartphones."
The Nindie teased in previous Nintendo Directs is finally making its way to the Switch this month.
Developer Playtonic has provided an update on bringing the action-adventure game to the hybrid system.
The brick-and-mortar madness happens again this week as fans punch and claw their way through the crowds to score a miniaturized SNES.
Creator of the original XCOM Julian Gollop got a phone call from Davide Soliani three years ago.
Koei Tecmo has outlined its DLC schedule for the upcoming Switch and 3DS game.
One month from now, Atlus will finally provide new information about the upcoming Switch title.
Players will be able to unlock Princess Daisy by rescuing her in a new mode called Remix 10.
Topics: our favorite new Switch indie, Nintendo's touching Iwata tribute, the latest game releases, and much more
The pad features a turbo button and will reportedly work from up to 20 feet away.
"We dramatically over delivered. And yet, demand outpaces supply."
"It's not as if we're going to do just these two games," said Bethesda's Pete Hines.
The great puzzle series makes its way to the Switch very soon.
Available today, Pokemon Playhouse delivers an experience targeted at youngsters between the ages of 3 and 5.
Take a look at Doom played on the Nintendo Switch, glory kills and all.
A lovingly crafted and compelling return to the steampunk Wild West.
The "official" way to unlock the recently discovered NES emulator bears a direct connection to the fourth president and CEO of Nintendo.
Minecraft is still as fun as ever on the 3DS, but it fails to set itself apart from its many other versions.
Pokemon Go's next event offers a new way to hatch eggs more quickly, plus rare spawns in 2K eggs and double stardust.
The Sonic Forces team wants custom heroes to be more like average characters found in the world than super powerful characters like Sonic.
We've played a few more hours of Mario's travels, and it feels like more of a fantasy sandbox than ever.
A few new and notable features make this a little more than a straight port, and it's a great fighter to take on the go.


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No.10 is a provocative, original scent developed to meet the standards of a luxury fine fragrance but designed with clothing care in mind. We coupled No.10 with our nontoxic fabric freshener for a fragrance experience that deodorizes, too.
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At the heart of this rich and sophisticated fragrance is a chorus of dark, almost sinister spice. Its sultry side is tamed by pure and fresh powder notes – this is laundry after all. Warm and familiar musk rounds out this provocative, original accord.
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Soup with semolina dumplings
Beat butter in a bowl until creamed. Season with salt and a small, delicate pinch of nutmeg.
Add in the egg, stirring vigorously. Sprinkle the semolina over the mix, and sir well until the surface is smooth. Cover with saran wrap and let it rest for 15 – 20 minutes.
Use two tablespoons, dipped regularly into hot water, to press and shape dumplings. Place the dumplings on a lightly-oiled board or plate and again let it rest for a short while (this allows the dumplings to rise even more).
Heat up a generous quantity of salted water in a large pot. Place the dumplings into the water and bring back to the boil before turning down the heat to let it simmer gently for 10 – 15 minutes (please make sure water will not boil!). Carefully turn the dumplings during while in the water.
Remove the semolina dumplings carefully and arrange in the prepared and heated soup. Serve promptly, with a garnish of sprinkled parsley or chives.


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Light Waves
Light Waves aims to foster a sense of connection between people throughout the adjoining neighbourhoods of Sandymount, Ringsend, Irishtown and Pearse Street.
Light Waves consists of two projects:
- ALIGHT!: a dance, performance and art project led by CoisCéim BROADREACH and open to everyone in the Ringsend, Sandymount and Pearse Street communities, it began in October and will culminate in a week-long series of events in February 2017.
- Ships Passing in the Night (Sept – Jan): a collaborative art project with visual artist James Ó hAodha and a group of children from the Dublin Sikh Community and the Sandymount Dodder Cub Scouts.
Ships Passing in the Night
Light Waves focuses on the Pearse Street, Irishtown, Ringsend and Sandymount areas of Dublin. Our partner national cultural institutions are the Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane and The National Gallery of Ireland.
The vibrant neighbourhoods in the Light Waves projects each have strong communities and a distinct sense of place. The aim of Light Waves is to facilitate the people in these localities to work with artists to creatively celebrate their own and each other's communities.
With these projects the aim is provide a framework for the artists and people to work together, facilitating cultural and social exchange and sometimes providing the opportunity for building creative skills. This mixing of community and artistic expertise is an exciting one and intended results are necessarily open-ended – we want artists and local people to work together towards artistic outcomes.
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We first met Lindsey and Murray at their lovely pre wedding shoot down at the beach back in April.
Time flies, and fast forward to September, and their beautiful St Machar's Cathedral and Meldrum House wedding!
Yet again we were lucky to have good weather, and a fabulous blue sky.
Lindsey was a stunning bride and wore a gorgeous Augusta Jones gown, purchased at Mears Ghyll Bridal. Her beautiful bridesmaids wore Amanda Wyatt dresses.
Murray wore his own kilt outfit, made for him by Georgian Dress Hire, while his groomsmen hired.
Lindsey arrived in style for the ceremony in a beautiful vintage Rolls Royce from Bespoke Arrivals.
After a lovely ceremony it was back to Meldrum House to celebrate with family and friends.
The ballroom looked beautiful, with table decor from North East Events and florist Dolce Vita, and a beautiful cake by Couture Wedding Cakes by Sweet Cheeks.
Superb evening entertainment was provided by Ceilidh band The Tatties from Glasgow, and a great evening of dancing was had by all.
We are sure that by now Lindsey and Murray will be having a fabulous time on honeymoon in the Maldives! We wish them all the best for a wonderful future together.
Graham, Jill and Hannah x
Style File
Bride's Dress – an Augusta Jones from Mears Ghyll
Bridesmaid's Dresses – Amanda Wyatt
Hair – Laurie Livingstone
Make up – Elaine Sutherland
Venue – St Machar's Cathedral and Meldrum House Hotel
Menswear – Georgian Dress Hire
Cars – a vintage rolls royce from Bespoke Arrivals
Piper – friend Gavin Moffat
Flowers – Dolce Vita
Cake – Couture Cakes by Sweet Cheeks
Stationery – You Are Invited
Table decor – North East Events and Dolce Vita
Favours – Granite North Gin
Entertainment – The Tatties


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Food & Beverage and Hospitality Jobs in Barcelona
Hospitality jobs in Barcelona are abundant thanks to the popularity and affordable nature of travel in Spain. Spain and the hospitality industry offer talents good opportunities and high quality of life. Though the region uses Catalan as the primary language, Spanish is widely spoken. Many working in the hospitality and service industries can also be heard speaking English or French, as Barcelona is considered the most international city in Spain.
A Cultural Centre for Multilingual Speaking Talents
Barcelona is a great location to establish a career in the hospitality industry. The improving jobs industry in Spain encourages people to join the hospitality industry, and the added jobs will bring positive results to hotels and restaurants. Job seekers can apply to openings in the industry through Hosco, which features jobs in many sectors including marketing, operations, and service. Hospitality jobs in Barcelona offer talents the opportunity to work with a Spanish chain with an international presence, global hotel groups & independent properties, whether in an entry level or manager position.
Barcelona Hospitality and the Job Search
The creative and vibrant vibe of the city combined with the renowned lifestyle of the Spanish make the city a great host to expats and tourists alike. Barcelona provides a good view of the Spanish lifestyle. Hospitality jobs in Barcelona value candidates who can speak English, especially in host positions that include concierge and guest relations. Recruitment for hospitality jobs spans across all disciplines, from sales and marketing to bars and restaurants. The management style of many Spanish companies may be different than other European countries, as there is sometimes a heavier emphasis on the social aspect. When you join the Hosco network, you can find a job in hospitality and tourism and specifically search for hospitality jobs in Barcelona.


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After a flurry of diplomatic smoke signals, Iran and the US are sizing up the gamble of a presidential close encounter at the UN next week that could open a first crack in 30 years of enmity.
In letters, statements, television interviews and even tweets, both sides have been gingerly testing attitudes and appetites for detente on either side of their metaphorical iron curtain.
With no diplomatic relations, the enemies can only communicate over the airwaves or through intermediaries, but that could change at the UN General Assembly.
Neither side is ruling out what would be a historic first handshake between the presidents of the Islamic Republic and the US.
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, a conservative with a pragmatic political streak, was elected in June promising to ease the nation's tortured foreign relations and US-led sanctions that buckled its economy in a bid to punish a nuclear drive.
Rouhani, who was offered "flexibility" in negotiations by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has spurred curiosity in Washington, which is mustering for a new round of so far fruitless nuclear diplomacy between Iran and world powers.
Meanwhile, US President Barack Obama is promising to test Rouhani's seriousness and the political space he has back home to talk with the American "Great Satan."
White House spokesman Jay Carney, sending his own signal toward Tehran, said "lots of interesting things" were coming out of Tehran.
Obama and Rouhani have both acknowledged in interviews that they have exchanged letters, prompting hopes they may stage a show of mutual respect in the UN corridors of power.
However, even a brief handshake would represent a political gamble by both men, could backfire with critics and cause diplomatic blushes if the choreography goes wrong.
"There has been a lot of talk, back and forth, about something informal -—a handshake, a brief exchange of greetings in a hallway — it could happen, but it may not happen," said Jim Walsh, a research associate at MIT's Security Studies Program.
"There is risk for both sides — it waves a red flag to domestic opponents back in Tehran and Washington," he said.
The White House says there are no meetings scheduled between Rouhani and Obama, but has repeatedly declined to rule out a face-to-face chat.
Rouhani took a similar tack in an NBC interview broadcast, saying: "Qnything is possible in the world of politics."
Karl Inderfurth, a former US assistant secretary of state for South Asia, said that some kind of "pull aside" between Obama and Rouhani was possible at the UN —but counseled that the Iranians should be allowed to dictate the running, as hardliners were ready to pounce.
"The US has to be very careful that it doesn't make President Rouhani's life more difficult back in Tehran," Inderfurth said.
One of the reasons why talk of an Obama-Rouhani meeting has generated so much excitement is because it is a reversal of the usual Iranian sideshow at the UN: former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's tirades against Israel.
Like Rouhani, Obama faces domestic constraints.
The glowing foreign policy record Obama touted in his re-election race was sullied by public agonizing over Egypt and a stumbling initial response to a Syrian chemical weapons attack.
Some skeptical Democrats and hawkish Republicans warn that Rouhani's charm offensive is a ruse to drag out nuclear talks and get Tehran closer to the atomic bomb that it denies coveting.


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Kalira, also spelt as kalire, is an umbrella-shaped ornament festooned in gold or silver. Kalira is fastened to the bangle, popularly known as chooda of the bride. Chooda is a set of the customary red and white hued bangles that a bride wears on each of her hands. The wedding …Read More »
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It's natural to be curious about what you put into your body. We proudly keep a short, simple ingredient list for all Mistic Electronic Cigarettes. The vapor you inhale from our e cig liquid contains on nothing but water, nicotine, flavoring, and propylene glycol.
You may be wondering, "what is propylene glycol?" The short answer is that propylene glycol is a common ingredient in thousands of food and pharmaceutical products. It keeps mixtures stable and helps food and drinks stay moist and fresh. Mistics contain propylene glycol to ensure that our vaping liquids are smooth, consistent, and enjoyable to use.
Propylene glycol is amazingly common
If you eat any processed foods at all, you're virtually guaranteed to be consuming propylene glycol already. Businesses have been using it for more than 50 years to help create stable, enjoyable products. The FDA has approved propylene glycol for wide variety of uses in foods and pharmaceutical products.
Not only can you find propylene glycol in tons of food and drinks, but it's also in many popular items at the pharmacy. It's even used in inhalants like nasal sprays and asthma medications.
What is propylene glycol used for in e cigs?
Because propylene glycol helps stabilize liquids and produce vapor with a great texture, it helps provide a smooth vaping experience in electronic cigarettes.
So, what does propylene glycol do for Mistic E Cigs?
- It evenly mixes flavor and nicotine throughout the vapor of your e cig
- It ensures the flavoring is smooth and consistent
- It allows the liquid to turn into vapor at a lower temperature
- It keeps the liquid in your cartridges moist and fresh
Propylene glycol is such a versatile ingredient that you can find it in many consumer products, including bottled drinks, packaged foods, makeup, and common over-the-counter medications. In e cigs, it lowers the boiling point of the liquid—so you get a cooler vapor—and it's also a safe way to mix the nicotine and flavoring well. In the end, Mistics contain propylene glycol to deliver consistently great taste and a perfect vaping experience for you.


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The DS65HB digital servo from Power HD is a micro servo with digital control electronics for increased performance. It offers a good blend of speed and torque in a very small package. Servo horns and associated hardware are included.
Key specs at 6 V: 0.08 sec/60°, 21 oz-in (1.5 kg-cm), 6.5 g.
The HD-DS65HB is a great high-performance, fast actuator for small mechanisms. It has digital electronics for improved performance. The lead is terminated with a standard "JR"-style connector, which is Futaba-compatible. The pictures below show the servo's gear train and an example of the hardware that might be included with this servo (hardware might vary).
Note that, as with most hobby servos, stalling or back-driving this servo can strip its gears.
This servo also goes by the part numbers D65HB and HD-D65HB.
|20.8 x 11.0 x 20.0 mm
|6.5 g
General specifications
|Speed @ 6V:
|0.08 sec/60°
|Stall torque @ 6V:
|1.5 kg·cm
|Speed @ 4.8V:
|0.1 sec/60°
|Stall torque @ 4.8V:
|1.3 kg·cm
|Lead length:
|7 in
|Hardware included?:


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Renting an allotment plot is a way of accessing land to grow your own fruit, flowers and vegetables. It is also a great way of improving a healthier lifestyle, saving money and getting involved with your local community.
Slough has more than 916 plots on 12 allotment sites throughout the borough, with economically priced plots available to all borough residents.
Rent fees for an allotment will vary according to the site and size of the plot. Concessions are available for people who are registered unemployed or who are aged 60 or over.
For more information on renting an allotment plot you can email email@example.com.
Please complete the online application form.
On offer of an allotment, you will be required to provide proof of residency, evidence of your concessionary status if applicable and sign a tenancy agreement.
Please note that due to the popularity of allotment plots in Slough, there is a waiting list for each site.
The Slough Allotment Competition is an annual event that takes place over the summer months, which recognises the hard work and dedication, plot holders put into their allotments. The plots are judged in various categories; the awards and prizes are presented to the winning plot holders at the Annual General Meeting of the Slough Federation of Allotment and Leisure Gardens, usually held in November.
If you wish to terminate your tenancy of an alloment, you will need to complete an allotment termination form and return it with all allotment site keys.


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Tuesday, October 23, 2007
These are not like Mexican "street" churros, and are more like soft "doughnut sticks", but they are yummy and fast and easy to make for a quick sugar/flour craving!
Churros in Mexico are sometimes filled with cajeta (caramel) or strawberry jelly, but these are perfect with just the sugar/cinnamon sprinkle. Best if enjoyed warm.
1 c. water
2 tbs. Brown sugar (regular sugar works)
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 c. butter
1 c. flour
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. vanilla
Separately mix:
1/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon (or more!)
-Heat oil for frying (on a steady 7)
-mix eggs and vanilla. Set aside.
-Heat water, brown sugar, salt and butter until it boils.
-Remove from heat and add flour. Stir well.
-Add egg/vanilla mixture to dough. Stir well. (this is a workout!)
-Place the "batter" in a piping bag with a star tip. I just used a ziplock bag and cut off the corner. (its got to be a sturdy bag, or it will "explode" when you try to squeeze it)
-Pipe the batter into the hot oil in 4" pieces, and fry until golden brown.
-Sprinkle the HOT churros with the Sugar/cinnamon powder GENEROUSLY!
-enjoy with a cup of hot chocolate.
6 comments:
- Abril said...
I was going to write tha t you keep amazing me with all the things that you cook, but I shouldn't be amazed, after all, you are my sister ;-)
- October 23, 2007 at 10:14 AM
- helen said...
I have to try this someday... Lovely blog you have here... :)))
- January 23, 2012 at 1:38 PM
- Elly D said...
I just love churros!! This is my treat when I go to visit my mum in southern Spain. Going out for breakfast for churros and coffee... yummy... equally good with thick hot chocolate... Thank you for the recipe to try at home. Elly
- February 26, 2012 at 10:25 AM
- Kiana Bates said...
Oh my goodness those look so good! I can't wait to try it! I love your recipes!
- March 15, 2012 at 6:35 AM
- Kim said...
I just made these and they are amazing! Great recipe.
- April 8, 2012 at 12:00 AM
- Natalie said...
Oh my boys are just going to love love love these! Thank you so much for sharing the recipe.
- October 22, 2012 at 10:30 AM
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Valentine's Day means you either hear the pitter patter of your heart or the tick of the clock, reminding you to do something for your kid's class. Let's face it, getting creative is great, but who has time for that?
That's why we put together some of our favorite past Valentine's Day projects for you — they're creative and easy, making them a match made in heaven for any parent.
- Valentine's Day Fish Kisses
It's not chocolate, which is just one reason why this bag of healthier-for-them crackers is sure to be a hit for your kid's "school." It's also super easy.
- Kid's Valentine's Day Cards That Rule!
Non-candy treats get the thumbs-up from teachers and other parents — though, let's be real, not always kids. Not so with this clever idea. It's totally inexpensive and gets high marks for its emphasis on education.
- Best Kids Valentine's Day Cards Ever!
If the Force is strong with your kids, they'll be all over this Star Wars–themed idea. And the other kids? Love it, they will.


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