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I planted a Japanese lilac tree about a year ago and it's loosing the bark at the base of the tree. The tree looks healthy and is about 8 ft high. Is this a concern and should I do anything about it ? Pictures attached
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I would chalk this up to being environmental. This is normal and not usually a cause for concern unless you are seeing other symptoms. This is most usually caused by really dry weather followed by really wet weather. Here is an article that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/lilac/lilac-bark-coming-off.htm
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ALONG under the burdens of our sins and mistakes,
not knowing how to put them down. We've all
made mistakes, done things we shouldn't have
done, and not done things we should have done. Because
of this, regret and remorse follow us like shadows,
from the past, to, and through, the present. Although
we should feel remorse for our mistakes, life must
go on, we must continue on our way, for we cannot
live in the past, and attempts to do so only tear
us apart. How can we put down the burdens of the past
and go forward with lighter hearts?
Many people believe that sin must be forgiven
by a 'God-who-made-everything'; others
believe we must be saved by some 'superman',
otherwise we will go to Hell forever. Others see these
things, these beliefs, as psychological techniques,
from which we may gain the strength to bear our responsibilities,
accept the consequences of our deeds, and go on living.
They are valid as long as they remain techniques,
for without them, many would find life too hard to
bear, and there would be a much-higher suicide-rate
than there is. But when a technique isn't understood
as such, and becomes an article of belief, an indispensable
dogma, it is a fetter, instead of a means of support.
This is why new techniques must constantly be devised,
before the old ones become rigid and lifeless.
It seems quite clear that the practice of
Confession in Catholicism was adopted, in the early
Christian era, from Buddhism, along with other things;
however, it became a dogma in Catholicism, and very
few people understand the real meaning. Most Catholics
believe that when they confess their sins before the
priest, who admonishes them and perhaps allots some
penance to perform, that that is the end of it, and
they may start again with a clean slate. Protestants—
who also do not understand clearly about Confession—
ridicule Catholics for this; in fact, one of the things
that caused Martin Luther— one of the main founders
of the Protestant branch of Christianity— to
break with the Church of Rome, was the priestly practice
of selling certificates-of-forgiveness, known as 'Indulgences'.
Perhaps he was not against the certificates as such,
but against the lucrative business they constituted;
the rich could afford to have their sins 'absolved'
in this way, while the poor could not. The priests
claimed that, as the 'representatives of God',
they had the power and right to forgive sins—
for a price, of course.
How can we buy off the effects of our sins?
No amount of money can do this. But to confess our
sins and mistakes to another person is the first step
of coming to grips with them, so that eventually,
by doing as little evil, and as much good as possible,
we may overcome them.
Buddhism teaches that we are punished by
our sins, not for them, as do other religions; if
we sow the seeds, and if they germinate and grow,
we get the results, not someone else. Buddhists don't
believe there is a 'God' or anyone or
anything else to reward or punish us; when we are
free of such beliefs we can do something about our
own lives, and be more in control of the way we live.
Therefore, to whom, or to what, do Buddhists
pray? Certainly, we pray to no 'God',
and neither should we pray to the Buddha, as He never
asked people to do that, and in fact, warned against
it, telling people to follow the Dharma instead, and
thereby find their own enlightenment. The Buddha never
claimed to be a savior of any kind; it is the Dharma,
the Truth, which saves and liberates us, not the Buddha,
or anyone else. When we understand this, we immediately
avoid the trap of personalizing things, which is a
trap that catches many of us.
But many people do pray to the Buddha, do
they not? Yes, it appears they do. But, though this
might not be correct, and might impede progress on
the Way, it is not necessarily bad. You see, many
people have no-one in whom they can confide and tell
their troubles to. Very few people have what is known,
in Buddhist terminology, as a 'good friend'
(kalyana mitta, in Pali language), someone who will
listen sympathetically without condemning, who will
help and give constructive advice or criticism when
necessary. Without such friends, they keep their feelings
and problems bottled up inside, afraid, unable, or
unwilling to express them to anyone. Like this, their
problems go around and around inside them, causing
so much tension and misery, and often growing bigger
and stronger, until, somehow, they find ways of 'getting
Often, if we cannot release or express our
problems ourselves, they accumulate and increase in
strength until, suddenly and uncontrollably, they
burst out like a volcano exploding, and can be very
destructive. We need to find ways to release our problems
so that their potential for causing damage is minimized.
Therefore, although it is not really correct to pray
to the Buddha in a symbol, such as a picture or an
image, it can act as a way of releasing the tensions
of accumulated worries and problems. In this way,
as a technique, it can be good. We should not worry
about others criticizing us or accusing us of 'worshipping
idols', because most of them are guilty of doing
that which they accuse us of; Christians pray to 'God',
which is just their own mental creation or projection,
for although they claim that "God created Man
in his own image", it is actually the other way
around: Man created God in his own image, due to his
hopes, fears, and wishful thinking!
In some cases, however, we must admit that
this accusation is justified: some Buddhists do worship
the images and talk to them as superior beings, and
pray to and beseech them for help and favors, etc.
But if people understood what the Buddha taught, they
would not worship the images; the images and icons
are merely symbols on which to focus our attention,
to help raise our consciousness to higher levels.
No-one knows what the Buddha looked like.
The books say that His body had a number of special
marks on it, but I suspect that these marks were visible
only to people who had developed certain psychic powers
such as clairvoyance— that is, the ability to
see things that people without such powers are unable
to see, like ghosts. In the scriptures, there are
cases of people meeting the Buddha and not recognizing
Him. Surely, if His special marks— such as the
protuberance on the crown of his head, His long ears,
and the halo around His head— had been visible
to everyone, He would have been widely known by reputation
of these things, and anyone meeting Him would have
recognized Him immediately!
In 326 BCE— more than 200 years after
the Buddha passed away— Alexander the Great
led his armies down through the mountain-passes of
what is now Afghanistan to the plains of India. Undefeated
until then, he was halted at the River Beas by the
forces of Emperor Chandragupta— Ashoka's
grandfather— and could go no further. Alexander
died in Persia on his way back to Greece, but some
of his troops remained and settled in N.W. India,
and established kingdoms there. Being philosophically
and artistically inclined, the Greeks were very impressed
with the teachings of the Buddha that they encountered
in India, and embracing them, were the first to carve
images of Him, in the likeness of their Sun-god, Apollo,
who represented Light and Reason. Many of these graceful
early images remain till now, housed in various museums.
There are many styles of Buddha-images:
Indian images, Chinese images, Tibetan images, etc.;
we can even see painted Buddha-images with blue eyes
and brown hair now, looking like Anglo-Saxons! But
it doesn't matter; we should understand the
purpose of the images.
Everyone knows the images (it is incorrect
to call them statues, as we do not know what the Buddha
looked like, and we can make a statue of someone only
if we know how he looked) began in someone's
mind— like everything else that people have
made. Everyone knows an image of the Buddha is not
the Buddha; everyone knows the Buddha-image will not
reach down and eat the fruit before it. Offerings
are made before the image out of respect to the memory
of the Buddha, as our Teacher; as such, the offerings
benefit those who make them, if they make them with
pure minds. It is similar to the way Christians place
flowers on the graves of their relatives or friends.
Why do they do so? To show love and respect to the
memory of the departed, and nothing more; they are
not worshipping the graves!
Have you ever seen a Buddha-image with a
sad face or an expression of suffering? Maybe, but
not if the image was properly and well made. Many
people, out of faith and devotion, like to make Buddha-images,
but lacking skill, often produce monstrosities, which
remain, for a long time, to cause embarrassment. If
we cannot make something beautiful, we should not
make something ugly; to make an ugly Buddha-image
is an insult, not an act of respect, and only provides
some people with an opportunity for mirth; an ill-made
or ugly Buddha-image (and there are great numbers
of such) only defeats the purpose of the image, which
is to inspire people by its expression of peace and
unshakability, to evoke a sense of that which lies
beyond the smile on its face: Enlightenment, Wisdom,
Sit quietly and gaze for a while on the
peaceful countenance of a well-made Buddha-image (if
you are fortunate enough to find one among all the
ill-made ones). Let your mind become free of desires—
temporarily free, at least. Perhaps you will find
a sense of calm creeping up on you, and a Buddha-like
smile breaking like a gentle wave across your face;
it begins deep in the heart, when you are not looking
or striving for anything.
The Buddha-image is only a means, and not
an end. Certainly, we should not be so attached to
an image that it becomes an obstacle, and we should
never bow before an image in fear or hope of reward.
When we bow, we do so out of respect— loving
respect, not fearful respect— and gratitude
to someone who showed us such a good Way to live by
in this confused and confusing world. Many people
have tried to indicate Truth, but no-one has shown
the Way so clearly as the Buddha did; moreover, He
did it without calling people to believe or follow
Him, but encouraged them to investigate things for
themselves in order to find the same state of enlightenment
that He had found.
The purpose of the Buddha-image, then, is
to reflect our true face as in a mirror, to evoke
Buddha-like qualities in us, so that we may find the
Buddha within, and not outside in a stone.
If we are going to talk about 'idol-worship',
we must look nearer than mere images or pictures.
The most popular and powerful 'idol' that
people of all times and places have worshipped—
and from which all the other idols, images and statues
have come— is, of course, their self, and everything
is used in this worship, including religion! By thinking
and saying that their religion is the only true religion,
and that all other religions are false— as so
many people do think and say— shows that their
own tiny self is at the center of their religion,
like a spider at the center of its web, manipulating
things for its own ends. Their religion thus becomes
an extension of their ego— is ego— and
strengthens it instead of weakening it. Is that the
purpose of religion?
If you examine your religion, to see who,
or what, is at the center, perhaps you will find yourself
enthroned there, in which case you are an idol-worshipper,
and your self is the idol!
However, while praying to the Buddha as
a technique for releasing tension is far from being
bad, we must beware, and not let it become a habit
that we get addicted to. It should be resorted to
only under conditions of stress, just as a man with
a broken leg would use a crutch to help him walk.
As far as possible, we should develop self-reliance,
understanding that, somehow, whatever we experience,
is a result of causes, and should therefore be accepted
for what it is— accepted, examined and assessed
to see what can be made of it, and where we can go
from there.
If you pray to the Buddha-image, expressing
your problems and asking for help, the image will
just sit there, with the eternal smile on its face,
saying not a word, moving not a muscle. If you ask
for a winning-number for a lottery or help with a
job-interview, the Buddha-image will not bend forwards
and whisper: "Buy this number ….";
it won't say: "Don't worry; I'll
fix it for you". The answer to your prayers—
if there is an answer— must come from yourself,
and this depends upon how you release and unburden
yourself and express your problems. Very often, while
expressing our problems, we find the answers for ourselves,
hand-in-hand with the problem. That is why many teachers
— of many subjects— learn from themselves
as they teach; the effort to express and clarify themselves
to others brings about further understanding for the
teachers, so that they might sometimes catch themselves
in mid-sentence and think: "What am I saying?
I've said this same thing so many times before,
but I never understood it like this until now!"
Therefore, to pray to the Buddha, to talk
to the image— if you have no-one in whom you
can confide— can be therapeutic and good. However,
remember: the image is only wood or stone, and the
Buddha is not a savior or an information-bureau, but
a teacher who gave practical advice for living. You
should, therefore, learn about His teachings and try
to apply them in your life, so that many problems
may be avoided altogether, and the remainder may be
approached with wisdom instead of with fear.
To build up a good reputation is not easy,
and takes a long time, but to lose it can happen very
quickly. Likewise, while it is difficult to undo the
effects of a bad deed, those of a good deed can be
undone in a moment.
Many of us go through life arguing and disagreeing,
and never attempting to resolve the arguments. If
we cannot completely avoid arguments and conflicts,
we should try to resolve them as soon as possible,
so that they don't harden and set like concrete;
while concrete is still wet, we may do something to
change it, but once it hardens, it is difficult to
do so. Jesus of Nazareth advised people to make peace
with their adversaries while they are still in touch
with them and have the opportunity to do so, in case
the adversary makes a charge against them and brings
them to court. Because of stubbornness and clinging,
many foolish cases are brought to court that could
have— and should have— been easily settled
between the contending parties themselves; but because
of pride and stupidity neither party is willing to
recognize its mistakes. Sometimes, people harbor grudges
for years, unwilling to forgive and forget, thereby
burning themselves up. It requires a lot of energy
to maintain a conflict and hate; is it worth it to
destroy oneself? As the Buddha said: " 'He
abused me, he beat me, he defeated me, he robbed me';
in those who harbor such thoughts, hatred is never
appeased. 'He abused me, he beat me, he defeated
me, he robbed me'; in those who harbor not such
thoughts, hatred is appeased". Is it not better
to let things go, considering that people hurt each
other through ignorance and not because they are really
bad? Buddhists, especially, should know this, as we
are taught that everyone has Buddha-nature, and can
become enlightened. With Loving-kindness, we can overcome
enmity towards others, rid ourselves of the poison
of hate, and draw nearer to Enlightenment.
Venerable Narada, in his famous book: The
Buddha and His Teachings, records that the Buddha,
when discoursing on generosity, told Anathapindika
(a wealthy lay-supporter, the one who presented the
Jetavana monastery to Him), that alms given to the
Order of Monks, together with the Buddha, is very
meritorious; but more meritorious than such alms is
the building of a monastery for the use of the Order;
more meritorious than building such monasteries is
Taking Refuge in the Three Jewels; more meritorious
than Taking Refuge in the Three Jewels is the observance
of the Five Precepts; more meritorious than such observance
is meditation on Loving-Kindness; and most meritorious
of all is the development of insight into the fleeting
nature of things.
Ven. Narada goes on to say: "It is
evident from this discourse that generosity is the
first stage of the Buddhist way-of-life. More important
than generosity is the observance of at least the
Five Rules of regulated behavior that tend to the
disciplining of words and deeds. Still more important
and beneficial is the cultivation of such ennobling
virtues as Loving-Kindness that leads to self-development.
Most important and most beneficial of all self-discipline
is the sincere effort to understand things as they
truly are".
To conclude here: Overcoming our sins and
shortcomings begins with recognizing and accepting
them, and giving them up; sincere repentance brings
Forgive yourself ….
and go on!
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"Eggplant is a star vegetable in Israel. When meat was scarce and expensive, eggplant was easily grown and used often. It is a main ingredient in many vegetarian recipes, from dips to soups and salads. Usually flame broiled, it is currently very fashionable to feature eggplant as roasted, stuffed, fried, or pureed, and its meaty texture and distinct flavor make it one of the most versatile Jewish vegetables. This lactose free recipe is my take on a Jewish Lasagna, a much lighter and healthier version of the traditional Italian dish."
2 medium eggplants
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil plus more for oiling baking sheets and dish
1 medium onion, diced
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
2 cups cooked rice, preferably Basmati
4 ounces Cabot Muenster or Cabot Seriously Sharp Cheddar, grated (about 1 cup), plus more for top (optional)
1 (15-oz.) can petite diced tomatoes, drained
1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
⅓ cup grated spiced "firm baked" tofu*
⅓ cup crumbled kosher Italian tofu sausage, such as Tofurky*
Ground black pepper to taste
PREHEAT oven to 400°F.
TRIM eggplant stem ends, then cut eggplants lengthwise into thin slices (there should be about 8 slices per eggplant). Generously sprinkle both sides of slices with salt and set aside.
HEAT oil in large skillet over medium-high heat; add onions and cook, stirring, until translucent; add garlic and cook until just beginning to color, 2 to 3 minutes longer.
STIR in rice, 1 cup cheddar, tomatoes, carrots, tofu and sausage, mixing thoroughly. Taste mixture and season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Set aside.
OIL lightly 2 large baking sheets. Blot moisture from eggplant slices with paper towels and arrange in single layer on baking sheets. Bake for about 10 minutes, turning over midway, or until soft and pliable.
REMOVE eggplant from oven and reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Lightly oil 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Place about 2 tablespoons of reserved filling on each eggplant slice and roll up; place rolls seam-side-down in baking dish, pushing any filling that falls out back in place.
BAKE for 15 to 20 minutes or until eggplant is tender. If desired, sprinkle with additional cheese and return to oven until melted, about 5 minutes longer.
*You can substitute plain "firm baked" tofu, adding 2 finely chopped sun dried tomatoes, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano to cheese mixture. *Instead of Italian tofu sausage you can use an additional 1/3 cup spiced firm baked tofu.
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82 F sunny/ with some overcast.
You know how much I like to do house portraits (very little) but this was far enough away, and in a good spot.
Today was the final day of the Finger Lakes Plein Air Festival, the public reception, and the goodbye's. I couldn't just sit around the gallery, I found a spot, put a note up by my work as to where I was and painted!
The sky. It was quite a festival! I made a lot of new friends and saw a bunch of old ones, I pushed myself to do the best work I could do, and having a free for all where painting is #1, allows this. All "other things" drop away and in the frenzy to create I discovered new and exciting things! I think I painted better than ever, and that is just an awesome thing!
Dappled sun light on the canvas is difficult. When I set up it was cloudy, it didn't matter that much though....
Despite being pretty tired I got it together to do this.....
Getting close.....
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Improvements in conserving resources and protecting the environment
Packaging protects its contents from environmental influences and the environment from potentially dangerous products contained therein. For the production and disposal of metal and plastic packaging we produce, in recent years we have achieved significant progress in terms of environmental protection and sustainability. For example, in the production of our plastic tubes we specifically use thin materials, thus saving up to 50 per cent of the material.
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Star Light Copper LED Light Large - Battery
Stunning mains operated copper LED starburst. Create stars, half moons or what ever takes you fancy with these flexible LED starbursts.
Mains operated, complete with plug.
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Representatives with the Clay County Court Appointed Special Advocate program and representatives from the Clay County office of the Mississippi Department of Human Services met in Courtroom #2 behind the Clay County Courthouse Tuesday, to discuss how their respective agencies could work better t
Winter is coming with cold rain, winds and falling temperatures. The West Point Clay County Animal Shelter has good advice for keeping pets safe and warm while the temperature drops.
Clay county is still lagging behind the state's unemployment figures, as Mississippi's rate fell below 6 percent in October for the first time since late 2007, but the county's jobless rate is significantly lower than the same figure from a year ago.
The Keep Hope Alive organization will host its annual Christmas Party at 1 p.m. Dec. 12 at St. Paul Baptist Church, located at the corner of Center and 5th Street in West Point.
KHA Chairwoman Pat Quinn said that this year's theme is "God's Grace Keeps Hope Alive."
Mike Boyd, with Boyd Aviation spoke today in West Point, first to the West Point Rotary Club and then to the public, about the future of the Golden Triangle Regional Airport and the airline business in general.
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation, along with the Clay County Sheriff's Department, are investigating a shooting from Sunday night that left a Clay County man in critical condition.
West Point's annual Christmas open house saw the holiday shopping season kick off in downtown stores on Sunday afternoon.
After the fall of Initiative 42, legislators say they now want to change Mississippi's education funding formula. I applaud the effort, but think it is probably a road to nowhere.
Retired Army Command Sgt. Major Chuck Bolling took a circuitous route to finally end up in West Point, including tours of duty in Korea and Vietnam, and a stint training soldiers from the United Arab Emirates in Fort Bliss, Texas.
West Point's annual Christmas open house will see local shops open from 1-4 p.m. Sunday to kick off the holiday shopping season.


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Belize, an English-speaking nation in the heart of Central America, is a comparative newcomer in the field of international business services. Since achieving sovereignty from Britain in 1981, Belize has been attempting to expand its economy away from the farming sector. Belize, therefore, saw the international financial services area as a window of possibility where it could attempt to gain competitive ground. Belize also receives a large income from the tourism sector.
Incorporation & obtaining license: 3-4 months
Minimum paid up capital: 57500.00 Pound
License fee: £ 920.00 + VAT
License renewal: 4200.00 Pound
Belize´s governments promote the fast and simple establishment, and its current and computerized IBC Registry is able to process an organization registration instantly.
To meet the expectations of advanced investors throughout the globe Belize now offers a full bundle of financing vehicles. Due to such enlargement of services Belize has grown a more charming place for starting a business. For the aforementioned purposes, this Central American country has grown a "one-stop shop" jurisdiction.
Money Transmission License allows IBC to offer money transfer assistance or payment devices on an international level by any means, including, although not limited to, an order, electronic, wire, fax transfer, and currency exchange. In order to get such a license, IBC has to be made accurately and to carry out any money transmission activities.
Normally, in order to function properly it is essential to have:
- Business and registered office
- Bank account
- Functional Website
- Registered relevant share capital
- License
- Adequate experience, eligibilities, and experience
- One executive in the structure
- Registered agent
Applicants need to have
Please record that the appellants shall present information regarding the following:
Experience – shareholders, and managers must fit such a position (i.e. the individual must have a history in affording expected financial services. This should be shown in the CV and information should be provable.
Company Website –must be outfitted with all important and essential knowledge that fully tells consumers about services, commodities, terms and conditions and other necessary things in order to answer the concerns of clients and conditions of the regulator. A website can be in draft version, however, most of the data should be ready and in order.
*The capital has to be placed in a bank in Belize and managed completely paid up and perfect at all times during the operation of the licensed services and activities.


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Clay & Glaze
After the success of two previous clay studies at the store, the talented Amor Coetzee from Dayfeels is preparing to host her third #MMStudySessions, Clay and Glaze. Amor's ceramic work focuses on minimalism and muted tones and is inspired by her deep appreciation for the landscape, the ocean and the properties of water.
What to expect |
Date |
Thursday, 16 & 23 August 2018
Venue |
69 Roeland Street, Cape Town
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R850 for both classes. This includes tools and materials used during the two sessions as well as the firing and sanding of items.
Krone sparkling wine, light refreshments and snacks provided.
ONLY 12 TICKETS AVAILABLE, book here.


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When you want to add beauty and value to your property, professional landscaping in Woodcliff Lake NJ is one among the most popular means of boosting the curbside appeal as well as the function of your home or business's outdoor space. From year round landscape maintenance services to residential and commercial landscape design, a leading landscape service in Hillsdale NJ both home and business owners have depended upon since 1985 is Raymond Brothers Landscaping. Knowledge of native plants, sustainable landscaping methods and experience with all facets of landscape maintenance are all skills which we have accumulated over the years as a leading landscaping contractor in Hillsdale NJ which we utilize to create a natural environment that's not merely functional but pleasing to the senses at the same time.
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We are a top rated landscaper in Hillsdale NJ, and as such want to make sure your property is an outdoor oasis you want to spend time in. One of the most common ways we're capable of doing this is with pondless water features. Incorporating the visual appeal of water to your landscape is something our experts in landscape design have a specialty in. This is one of the hottest landscaping trends which is certain to set your yard apart. You'll discover relaxing on your property is much easier if you have the calming sound of running water to drown out the noise of the outside world. With a minimal degree of maintenance we are able to bring nature's beauty to your yard. Going pondless is a great idea as you aren't going to need to be worried about the liability or hassle of making sure it's maintained. In commercial and public spaces, keeping the liability issues that come with ponds to a minimum is essential, which means this is particularly helpful. The fact that it doesn't have to be run constantly like a pond is a benefit also, making it more energy efficient. Raymond Brothers Landscaping is standing by to provide you with water features that will bring out the very best in your property if you're looking for a professional for landscape design in Hillsdale NJ.
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Top 5 Best Books for Business Motivation & Self-Improvement
If you want to improve your communication, leadership abilities and time management skills, these books will help you earn a few points on the road to success. Invoice Me Now picked up top five must-read books about business motivation and self-improvement. These will help you take yourself and your business to the next level.
1. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change
First of all, this book sets out a systematic approach to the definition of life goals and a person's priorities. While these goals are different for everyone, the book helps to understand and clearly formulate them for each reader individually. Then, the book shows how to achieve these goals. And finally, it shows how each person can become better and continue developing. What is important is that it is not about changing the image, but about the real changes and self-improvement on deeper levels. The book does not provide easy solutions and neither does it promise any instant miracles. Any positive changes take time, work, and perseverance. But for anyone seeking to maximize their natural potential, this book is a roadmap.
2. The Laws of Human Nature
We are social animals. Our life depends on our relationships with people. Knowing why people do what they do is the most important tool we can possess, and without it our other talents can only take us so far. Greene teaches us how to detach ourselves from our emotions and master self-control; how to develop empathy that leads to insight; how to take a look below the surface of people's masks; and how to resist conforming to others in order to develop your own sense of purpose.
Whether at work, in relationships, or in shaping the world around you, The Laws of Human Nature offers brilliant tactics for success, self-improvement, and resistance.
3. 48 Laws of Power
This is the most amoral, the most scandalous, the most cynical… and the most truthful book about power. It considers all types of power, starting from straightforward, household kinds and ending with presidential powers. Knowing the tough and cruel laws of behavior in power, brilliantly formulated and supported by the most interesting and unexpected historical facts, you will be able to easily recognize what is hidden behind the words and actions of the "little" bosses and the powerful of the world. 48 laws of power is a reference book for those who wish to master the science of managing people, as well as to effectively use their weaknesses to make it to their own position of power.
4. Secrets of Six-Figure Women: Surprising Strategies to Up Your Earnings and Change Your Life
There are more and more successful women in the world … But why most of them still earn less than their male colleagues? And how did those who succeeded managed to not just catch up with men in terms of wages, but also surpass them? One hundred and fifty of the most famous businesswomen on the planet shared the secrets of their dizzying success with Barbara Stanney. Follow their advice, and you might dare to conquer your financial Mount Everest!
5. Emotional Intelligence 2.0
People started talking about emotional intelligence in 1990, which happened relatively recently. Prior to this, success was associated with the traditional perception of intelligence. IQ was key, but the number of conflicts at work and misunderstandings between business partners continued to increase.
It turned out that success, in the broader sense of the word, depended on another parameter. Successful people have a high level of emotional intelligence, which determines the effectiveness of their interaction with people around them, as well as with the world in general.
So, what is EQ? Self-awareness (understanding of one's emotions and motives); self-control (impulse control); empathy; relationship skills (meets the definition of "social dexterity"). It is possible to increase your level of EQ – just consider the recommendations in this book. And if you do, the authors guarantee an improved quality of life.
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Thursday, January 11, 2018
ACEP Studies ER Physician Interruptions
For nearly five years, Dr. Kenneth (Ken) Mwatha has served as an attending physician at the Department of Emergency Medicine at Saint Agnes Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. Alongside his work, Dr. Ken Mwatha maintains membership in the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP).
A recent study appearing in the Annals of Emergency Medicine - a journal of the ACEP - looks at the interruptions that emergency room physicians face daily and how to effectively deal with them. According to the research, ER doctors are interrupted an average of 12.5 times each our, with nearly half of the interruptions coming while they are doing computer work. More than 87 percent of all interruptions come from other staff members.
Researchers suggest several strategies for managing these interruptions, including the creation of environmental cues, such as strategic placement of a mouse cursor, to refresh the mind on the task at hand. Researchers also suggest there may be times when it is appropriate to reject the interruption altogether until the task at hand is completed.
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SAYRE, Okla. (KFOR) - A former Sayre police officer passed a bogus $100 bill he swiped from the police department, investigators say.
That officer, Kevin Jones, allegedly pocketed a counterfeit $100 from inside the department.
Jones' mother said it's a stupid charge.
Jones took the bill out of an envelope full of counterfeit bills at the police station, according to court documents.
Allegations were made that a police officer may have used a counterfeit $100 bill at a local convenience store.
Police were called to Hutch's. The store manager said one of the city's officers paid with a fake $100 bill.
Jones was one of the officers who responded to the call and paid Hutch's back.
Jones then told the other officer he was going to take the fake bill "back to the bank and get a refund."
However, a bank teller said to investigators, "No one had come to the bank and complained of any counterfeit money," according to court documents.
Jones admitted to an investigator that he took the $100 bill to use it.
The bill came from an envelope full of counterfeit hundreds in the police station.
Jones allegedly used a counterfeit pen marker to determine if any of the bills were not counterfeit. He took a $100 bill that he believed was not counterfeit from the envelope, authorities said.
Jones wrote an apology letter outlining everything that he had done.
"I am sorry I have caused all this trouble," he said in the letter.
We tried to reach Jones at home and he declined to comment.
His mother, however, was frustrated about the charges.
"I think they`re stupid. I think they were filed. I better not say anymore," she said.
Jones resigned from his position with the department.
We attempted to reach Sayre's police chief for comment, but have not heard back.


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In the world of mighty SUVs, 2019 Ford Excursion truly deserves to be placed on the top spots. In the previous versions, Ford's engineers have tried to create the best look for this SUV but they haven't been able to find a good solution for the customers. Now, according to the first rumors, they have found something that customers will love. Just take a look at new Excursion and you will really see the effort from Ford's engineers. Here it is.
2019 Ford Excursion Exterior design, Refreshed Style, Appearance
The exterior of the new 2019 Ford Excursion is where they have tried to create the biggest differences. Therefore, we aren't surprised by the look of the new Excursion. He's bigger than before which is one sure road to make the customers love it more. That's the way how you attract the people on the US market. For the example, the new Excursion looks sharper on the edges. That's the way how you can make the performances better.
The front of the new Excursion is looking like it has suffered the biggest amount of changes. Now, it is equipped with the longer hood. At the end of the hood, we can see that the grille is wider than before. It is made strictly from chrome which makes it one of the luxurious SUVs on the market. Of course, Ford has given it those finest vertical bars as ever before. Next, to it, the headlights are obviously different. They are wider than before which increases their visibility.
Also, new 2019 Ford Excursion is being special about the exterior color choices he offers. Ford is trying to use that to make the customers love him more. That's going to attract those picky customers towards new Excursion. Also, this time, they are trying to make it more off-road capable. Therefore, new 21.0-inches wide alloy wheels are added on new Excursion. They are definitely going to help it achieve that. At the back of the new Excursion, we can see how great are Ford's engineers. They have done the incredible job in making it look better without some incredible changes. Those changes are minimal because Ford wants you to remember the old Excursion even in the smallest piece.
2019 Ford Excursion Interior design, Infotainment system, Specs
The most important thing for passengers is definitely the cabin. The cabin of the new 2019 Ford Excursion is truly something. Now, Ford's engineers have done all they can to make him more interesting for the passengers inside. Now, the first thing you're going to notice is the instrument board. It's redesigned in many aspects to make this SUV extra modern. There are fewer buttons on it which tells us that a new Excursion is one of the safest SUV to drive. We know that because you can control most of the functions that are going to be installed with just a power of your own voice. That's truly amazing and we know that Ford's engineers will do all they can to improve it to the perfection.
What is left on the instrument board is the climate controller. It has bigger vents which are great for you. You can use it to set the temperature as you want it to be. 2019 Ford Excursion can brag with the seat design it has this time. They are made to have amazing lumbar support. Thanks to it, the passengers will be extra cozy and relaxed inside. That's perfect for the larger families. All the functions are improved this time. Ford's engineers have used the same software but with major upgrades. That means that you already know to control those functions which are surely great.
2019 Ford Excursion Engine, Performance, MPG
There aren't that much of the surprises about the engine unit for new 2019 Ford Excursion. Ford's engineers have announced one of the options for it. That's going to be the 5.4-liter V8 petrol powered unit. It's going to help this SUV reach better and higher levels of performances. Now, it's going to be supplied with the power of 255 horses and 350 lb/ft as maximum torque amount.
You should know that this won't be the only engine choice for the new Excursion. What is sure about all of them is that they're working in pair with the 8-speed automatic transmission system. This gearbox can send all the power to every one of the four wheels. That's something that's going to make this SUV special. He's available with AWD mode in the basic trim level.
2019 Ford Excursion Price and Estimated Arrival Date
What is sure about new 2019 Ford Excursion is that he can't be available before March 2019. The price for a new Excursion is estimated to be around $42.500.


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Looking after your baby, especially if you are a working mom, it can get hard. Since you will have to juggle between doing your job and looking after your baby as well. However, most of the working parents prefer having baby sitters, especially if they are working or if they are to go out business purposes and so on.
Finding a baby sitter can be hard, since you have to make sure that your child is comfortable with them. And you also have to make sure that they will look after your baby just like you do. Below are some of the tips on how to find the best baby sitter in your area.
Do your homework before head
If you are planning a business trip out if the city or if you are assuming your mother won't be available to look after your baby in day time. It's always best that you find for a nanny weeks prior. Since you have to make sure that they are trustworthy to leave your kids under their care. One of the best ways to find baby sitters around your area is ask your friends or relatives who already has baby sitters to look after their children. You can also check online for babysitting services Singapore.You might come across list of people who offer these services. You can also check in certain education programs where they will have list of people who have already taken babysitter training courses. So that they know exactly how to baby sit and look after them much closely.
Interview them once short listed
If you are planning to have a baby sitter for a long term purposes, its always best to interview and get to know them better so that you will be much comfortable with communicating with them and handing over your baby to look after, Since you have to make sure that your child is comfortable being around her. Make sure you ask about her background, and her home life and any child care experiences and make sure you get some reference too. Once you feel like she will be able to baby sit your child, set up an interview in your home and observe how she looks after and interact with your baby. Since you need someone who will be excited to be around and look after your baby and not just for the money. One of the main things that you also need to check is whether she is good with any first aids and CPR.


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KGA 2019 Singapore Rhythmic Gymnastics Champions winning 6 gold medals, 7 silver medals, 9 bronze as well as the overall team competition gold medal and Kaen Lim win Singapore Champion for the under 10 category.
We're releasing a new exciting Mommy and Me class. This class will allow mother to interact and bond with their child. Why not sign up for a free trial today!
Details on our Holiday camp hosted at 45 Bughley Dr from Oct - Nov 18. Girls/Boys are welcome to join in. Don't miss out!
Click here to find the details of the most recent Competition representing Team KGA located at Pattaya, Thailand as well as what event's that are coming up soon. Save the date: 3 & 4 November for exciting performances for a day filled with pure joy and fun!


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Trust Me
Trust Me (2001, 35mm, Director & Co-writer)
When 11-year old Billie asks for her olders sister's trust, both are in for a nasty surprise.
Producers: Tony Kovacs & James Wallace for James Wallace Productions
Executive Producers: Frame-up Films
Co-writer: Jane Warren
Finance & Sales: New Zealand Film Commission
Trust Me (2001)
IN COMPETITION: 51st Berlin International Film Festival 55th Locarno International Film Festival 8th Regensburg Short Film Festival OFFICIAL FESTIVAL SELECTIONS: 46th Valladolid International Film Festival, Spain Montreal World Film Festival, Canada Women in the Directors' Chair Festival, Chicago 32nd Auckland International Film Festival Norwegian Short Film Festival 3rd Belo Horizonte Int. Short Film Festival, Brazil 12th Sao Paulo International Short Film Festival 5th Kristiansand International Children's Film Festival, Norway CINEMA EVENTS: 2001 : A New Zealand Film Odyssey, New York , USA New Zealand Film Societies – various locations, NZ THEATRICAL RELEASE: World Cinema Showcase tour, N.Z (March-April 2001) SALES: KurzFilmAgentur, Germany (DVD, Theatrical, Video) Premium Movie Partnership for Showtime TV, Australia (Pay Per View, TV Pay) Norweigan Broadcasting Corporation (TV, Video) Norwegian Film Institute (Video) Iberian Program Services for Canal Hollywood in Spain, Portugal and Andorra (TV Broadcast, TV Cable, TV Satellite) Media Partners – MP Digital, Italy (Sales Agency) Rialto Channel, New Zealand (TV)


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In four days it will be four years.
Four years since I woke to the news that my son was dead.
Four years since what I thought was going to be my life was shattered.
Four years since I was forced to walk a road I do not want to travel.
Four years into the life I did not choose.
I've been thinking a lot about that lately which won't surprise any bereaved parent reading this.
We think. A lot.
About what might have been. About what is. About what it might be like to live for years or decades still carrying the weight of missing.
One thing that surprises me about life as a grieving parent is how ordinary it remains. My world was shattered. But THE world was not shattered.
My family is a tiny drop in the sea of humanity and our up-close tragedy is…
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The Saint-Chamond tank could travel at about 7.5 miles per hour, which was surprisingly fast back then, but the hitch was that it could only do it over flat terrain. So what happened when the ground got rough?
The Achilles Heel:
Take a look at that tank for a moment. Even though you are not a master tank engineer, you may have noticed that, "Hey, the nose of that tank is awfully long. What happens when that tank has to ford rivers or trenches?"
"Look, I'll get out and wave you back a bit. No, no, you don't fucking blame me for this."
Since most WWI battles weren't fought in parking lots, this tank was only slightly more ineffectual than the tank it replaced, thanks largely in part to that massive appendage on the front, which had a tendency to dig straight into the ground and get the whole tank stuck.
Whenever the tanks surged across the battlefield, they would quickly and comically stumble over craters, mounds or just about any slight change in elevation, and since the gun couldn't rotate or elevate at all, the only thing it could do was shoot at the ground. So while it may have been useless against other vehicles and humans, the tank was very dangerous against enemies like dirt and mud.
"Shit. It's a hill -- get out the white flags."


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Thanks to the modern styling and creative features of today's minivan, the vehicle that once was anything but hip is now one of the coolest vessels to tote a family around town. With the 2018 Honda Odyssey ready to hit the road, the potential of the minivan has come to fruition in ways that the earliest designers could have only dreamed of. And that potential has helped the Odyssey keep a leg up on key competitors like the 2017 Kia Sedona.
For anyone ready to boost their everyday driving experience with a top-rated minivan, this Honda Odyssey vs. Kia Sedona breakdown is a can't-miss read. Here's how these two minivan rivals compare.
Safe for the Whole Family
Odyssey: Although safety is essential to every vehicle, it is doubly important when you've got precious cargo in the rear seats. While kids watch their favorite movies in the back of the Odyssey, parents can breathe easy thanks to the wealth of top-of-the-line safety features provided. The Honda Sensing system offers some of the best safety tech available today in any class, and it includes features like a Collision Brake Mitigating System, Lane-Keeping Assist System, Road Departure Mitigating System, and much more.
Drivers can also have eyes all around the normal trouble zones. Included in the Odyssey is a rearview camera as well as the CabinWatch system, which is particularly good at keeping tabs on rambunctious children in the way back. This wide-angle CabinWatch system projects an image of the rear seats onto the touchscreen, and its integrated Bluetooth intercom system lets you be heard throughout the cabin without having to raise your voice.
Sedona: While the top-line models of the 2017 Kia Sedona can offer similar overall safety measures, a comparison of lower and mid-level options give the edge to the Odyssey, both inside and outside. While the 2017 Sedona does draw decent reviews for its available tech in the top models, lower trim levels also favor the Odyssey thanks to the Honda Sensing system that is available at the EX level or higher. The CabinWatch system in the Odyssey is a major diverging point from the Sedona, which doesn't yet offer a comparable interior camera system. Although the Kia Sedona does generally receive high grades for safety, expect to pay a premium to tap into the best safety features that Kia has to offer.
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For Sheer Convenience
Odyssey: One of the main reasons that drivers go with a minivan is the convenience factor, which has been a priority for Odyssey engineers since the first models appeared in the mid-1990s. For 2018, the redesign has taken convenience to the next level with some creative adjustments designed to improve its everyday driving experience. One of the key additions to the Odyssey is the Magic Slide second-row seat, which provides significantly improved versatility than previous models. The HondaVAC is also a key difference with any competitor in the space, as the built-in vacuum makes cleaning up after a backseat mess as easy as possible.
Sedona: Some of the most convenient features in the Sedona, like the hands-free liftgate, are already available with the Odyssey, which more than retains its competitive edge. With its relatively immobile second-row seats, no cabin camera and no accompanying vacuum, the Sedona simply has a difficult time keeping up with the Odyssey in terms of convenience.
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All Aboard the Technology Train
Odyssey: Even though most of the best technology in the Odyssey is for safety and convenience, there are plenty of in-cabin features to love. For the EX-L models, a 10.2-inch entertainment screen lets kids stream their favorite videos. The Odyssey's intercom system can also go back and forth between the minivan speakers and a child's headphones, making it easier than ever to communicate with passengers.
Sedona: Both the Sedona and the Odyssey offer exciting tech like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, allowing easy connectivity to devices when you want to listen to the newest podcast or stream a playlist. The Sedona, however, has no comparable system for backseat entertainment and communication throughout the cabin, which gives the Honda minivan a clear advantage for families.
Tops in Fuel Efficiency
Odyssey: As fuel efficiency continues to accelerate around the minivan class, both the Kia and Honda van sit near the top, although the Odyssey maintains an edge in both city and highway driving. With the Odyssey, drivers can expect to get 19 MPG around town and 28 MPG on the highway, making it a superior choice whether you're taking a trip to Pompano Beach or commuting through Florida City.
Sedona: While the Odyssey's MPG is at the top of the class, the Sedona brings an MPG split of 18/24 on lower and mid-level models. The top trim level of the Sedona also comes with a slight drop in MPG, bringing it down to 22 miles per gallon on the highway for the SXL. Close but no cigar.
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Minivan Style Redux
Odyssey: Even though styling formerly used to take a back seat to the most practical parts of a minivan, both the Odyssey and Sedona have made significant strides in changing the family-toting minivan image. Like with past years, the Odyssey continues to push the envelope with an aerodynamic rear design that provides more visual flair than its rivals. Just like with other features, however, much of the best styling tends to happen on Odyssey's interior, including a lightning bolt window line in the back that offers much better visibility to passengers.
Sedona: Although it does draw high marks for features like LED running lights and a clean front-end, the Sedona tends to rate below average compared to competing and more stylish minivans. Ultimately, the Sedona has made improvements but still offers a more box-like appearance than the sleeker Odyssey.
Final Odyssey vs. Sedona Verdict
The 2018 Honda Odyssey continues to enjoy rave reviews from both industry insiders and everyday drivers, which is why its reputation remains difficult for even its best competitors to measure up against. Thanks to a slew of new additions, the fifth-generation Honda Odyssey comes with all the bells and whistles you would expect from a best-selling minivan. And that, friends, is why the Odyssey is a better buy than the Kia Sedona.
It's time to see for yourself why the 2018 Odyssey makes the grade. Visit one of our Miami or Riviera Beach Honda dealerships today to test drive the new Honda Odyssey minivan, and give your family the traveling companion they so desperately need. Locate your closest South Florida Honda Dealers showroom, and let's get started, shall we?
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St. Francis Episcopal Church Arts & Crafts Festival is noted for good food as well as good quality arts and crafts. 13th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival is Saturday, April 18, 2015, 401 Key Street, Dauphin Island
One thing that visitors look forward to at the Annual St. Francis Episcopal Church Arts & Crafts Festival at Dauphin Island is the outstanding food.
Volunteers work long hours stirring the seafood gumbo pot, putting together those noted chicken salad sandwiches made to former caterer Wimberly Hory's recipe and canning jars of sweet-and-sour pickles.
Of course, the event at 401 Key Street on Dauphin Island IS an arts and crafts show and sale, so there'll be 40-50 exhibitors with pottery, jewelry, handmade furniture, paintings, sculpture, photography and much more.
Requests for exhibit space should go to Cissy Napper, 318-548-4376. Proceeds from booth rental and food sales go toward support of Wilmer Hall Children's Home and other church projects.
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Monday, January 9, 2012
Review for Uglies (Uglies #1)
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I've been wanting to go back and reread this series, considering that I was only sixteen or seventeen when I first read them. I'm curious to see what I'll think of them now that I'm older. I do remember that a certain something that happened at the end of Pretties drove me crazy, and I wasn't the biggest fan of the last book, Specials, either. But other than that, I don't remember tons about the books other than a few major plot points.ReplyDelete
This definitely wasn't my favorite book. It was entertaining, sure, but written well? no. Good plot? no. Worth re-reading? nope. Just one of those fun one-time meaningless reads, you know?ReplyDelete
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Natalie: So should I NOT read Pretties?lolReplyDelete
Renae: Yeah, technically it's not winning any awards. I wasn't even going to read it at first but I heard a booktalk for it as school and wanted another dystopian to read. I guess they all can't be 5 star books.
Hm, I keep hearing mixed reviews on this book, although the concept is intriguing enough that I'll probably still pick this up at some point anyway. Nicely reviewed!ReplyDelete
Fun review! I agree with many of the things you mentioned. I read Uglies and half of Pretties before giving up on the series. It was ok, but it just didn't feel good enough to bother sticking with. Like you said, things happened too quickly and with too much convenience to be believable. There wasn't enough depth to anything, I thought.ReplyDelete
Oh, and I think I would try hoverboarding. I can't stand up on a skateboard either, but hoverboarding sounds too cool to pass up. :)
Wendy Darling: Thanks! yeah, it's a "one-time-fun-read" type of book. Hope you will enjoy it though!ReplyDelete
Small Review: Yes, hoverboarding does sound awesome! Maybe if I rode one on my stomach I could handle it.lol
Great review! I really enjoyed the concept of this book and though it wasn't the greatest in general I love the series!!! The last book is my favourite :)ReplyDelete


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S1E1: Lucky Undies
Little J's new undies have special powers - so how can he play basketball without them?
S1E2: Wombat Rex
Big Cuz tricks Little J into believing that the Giant Wombat is not extinct.
S1E3: New Tricks
Little J frets that his dream of being an acrobat is not the 'right' dream...
S1E4: Right Under Your Nose
On their quest to the beach, Little J, Nanna and Big Cuz struggle to find what they need before sunset.
S1E5: Goanna Ate My Homework
Little J gets confused hunting bush tucker, when he follows his own tracks.
S1E6: Big Plans
When the 'big kids' won't play with him, Little J creates a tantalizing adventure - in the back yard.
S1E7: Hopalong
When B Boy comes to stay, Little J is miffed - until they work together to care for an injured baby kangaroo.
S1E8: Where's Aaron
Aaron the class mascot is missing... and Little J fears that he's lost in the desert.
S1E9: Old Monster Dog
Little J is convinced there's a real, live monster in the backyard.
S1E10: Transformation
Can Big Cuz face dancing in front of the school, and will Little J ever see his caterpillar again?
S1E11: Nothing Scares Me
Little J knows there's something that scares him, but he's even more scared of being found out.
S1E12: Territories
Big Cuz and Little J must put aside their differences, to outwit a territorial magpie.
S1E13: Night Owl & Morning Maggie
Fascinated by an owl in the backyard, Little J turns nocturnal - with disastrous results.


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Season Ticket Terms and Conditions
2019-20 SEASON TICKET TERMS AND CONDITIONS ("the Terms")
What these terms cover. These are the Terms on which Dunfermline Athletic Football Club Ltd. ("the Club") supplies its 2019-20 Season Tickets ("Full Season Tickets") and 2019-20 Mid Season Tickets ("Mid Season Tickets") (together, "Season Ticket(s)"). Full Season Tickets cover the period from 1 June 2019 until 31 May 2020 (the "Season"). Mid Season Tickets cover the period from [the date of the Club's first home match in 2020 until 31 May 2020 (the "Mid Season"). Unless terminated earlier, as described below, Season Tickets will terminate at the end of the Season. The person named on the Season Ticket will be the "Holder" of the Season Ticket which allows the Holder to enter East End Park (the "Stadium") for matches for which Season Tickets are valid (see Clause 1 below).
References in the Terms to "we", "us", "our" etc. apply to the Club. References to "you", 'your" etc. apply to the Holder. When we use the words "writing" or "written" in the Terms, this includes email.
Why you should read them. Please read the Terms carefully before you submit your order to us. The Terms tell you: who we are; how we will provide your Season Ticket and associated services; how you and we may change or end the contract; what to do if there is a problem; and other important information. If you think that there is a mistake in the Terms, please contact us to discuss the matter.
Additional terms. Your use of the Season Ticket is subject to your acceptance of the following: i) the Ground Regulations, which are displayed at the Stadium; (ii) the Unacceptable Conduct Rules; (iii) the terms of any Supporters' Charter or Code of Conduct adopted by or binding upon the Club and (iv) the rules and regulations of any football authority binding upon the Club; copies of all of which are all available on request and at www.dafc.co.uk.
How to contact us. You can contact us by telephoning the Ticket Office at 01383 745909 or by writing to us by email to firstname.lastname@example.com or by post to Ticket Office, East End Park, Halbeath Road, Dunfermline, KY12 7RB.
How we may contact you. If we have to contact you we will do so by telephone or by writing to you at the email address or postal address you provided to us in your order.
How we will accept your order. Our acceptance of your order occurs when we confirm your order, at which point a contract will come into existence between you and us
If we cannot accept your order. If we are unable to accept your order, we will inform you of this and will not charge you for the Season Ticket. Season Tickets are sold subject to a Stadium safety certificate's being granted by the appropriate authorities.
Timing. We shall create any new Season Tickets (or replacement Season Tickets where a new card is required by you) by the later of: 30 days from the date we accept your order and 31 July 2019. In the case of a Season Ticket renewal, you will be able to use the Season Ticket already in your possession and it will be updated automatically. From time to time we may choose to issue a new Season Ticket, which we will deliver to you before disabling any existing Season Ticket.
Your responsibility for Season Ticket. The Season Ticket will be your responsibility from the time you collect it from us or we deliver it to the address you gave us for delivery. The Season Ticket is for use solely by you and transfer of the Season Ticket is not permitted unless we have given our consent (see Clause 4 below).
1. Season Ticket services. Each Season Ticket is valid for entry to the Stadium for certain matches, depending on the type of Season Ticket purchased. A Full Season Ticket is valid for entry to each of our 18 home SPFL Ladbrokes Championship matches and such other home matches as we shall determine. A Mid Season Ticket is valid for entry to each of our home SPFL Ladbrokes Championship matches taking place during the Mid Season and such other home matches as we shall determine.
2. Your right to change your mind. You may change your mind and cancel the contract at any time within 14 days from the date on which the contract is entered into (the "Cancellation Period"). Your right to end the Contract. After the Cancellation Period, you can still end the contract if we have not delivered the services promised or if we are unable to deliver the services due to reasons outside our control. In all other cases, you will not be able to end the contract and will be committed to the Season Ticket for the full duration of the Season or Mid Season, as appropriate.
3. How to end the contract (including if you have changed your mind) and refunds. To end the contract, please let us know by doing one of the following: (a) Email- email us at firstname.lastname@example.com or (b) Post- write to us at Ticket Office, East End Park, Halbeath Road, Dunfermline, KY12 7RB. In both cases please include: your client reference, your name and address and, where applicable, your phone number and email address. Return the Season Ticket to us. On ending the contract (including where you have changed your mind) you must return the Season Ticket to us immediately in the same condition in which you received it. Returns are at your own risk and you must pay the cost of return unless the contract has been ended because we are at fault under Clause 2. Level of refund. Where you end the contract during the Cancellation Period, or end the contract for another reason set out above, we shall refund to you the full price that you paid for the Season Ticket if you have not attended any matches using the Season Ticket. If you cancel after receiving the benefit of Season Ticket services you must still pay for what you have received, but may be entitled to a discount where the contract ends due to our fault or inability to provide the services. Timing of refund. We shall make any refund due within 14 days of receipt of the Season Ticket, using the same payment method used to purchase the Season Ticket, unless we both agree otherwise in writing.
4. Restrictions on re-sale and transfer. Unauthorised re-sale or transfer. The Season Ticket is for the use by you only. Re-sale or transfer of the Season Ticket is prohibited without our consent. If there is a breach of this condition, we may cancel the Season Ticket and retain any money paid for it to the extent needed to pay for costs and losses we suffer as a result of unauthorised transfer or re-sale.
5. Stadium Entry. You will not be admitted to the Stadium without your Season Ticket or, at our discretion, the appropriate match voucher or a valid match ticket. The Season Ticket is not valid for any events at the Stadium other than the football matches specified in these terms. We may refuse your admission to the Stadium, on reasonable cause. Seat location. We may, in our absolute discretion, relocate you to an alternative seat or part of the Stadium for any match. Exercise of this right includes, but is not limited to, the following situations: (a) if we are required under the rules of a competition, or otherwise, to provide seating for use by or for the competition organiser and/or visiting team; (b) if the section of the Stadium in which your seat is located has been closed; and (c) for safety, security, refurbishment, alteration or other operational reasons. Reasonable efforts will be made by us to provide a comparable seat. Seat transfer. If you ask us to relocate your seat, a fee of £20 will be payable by you if we accept your request.
6. Additional Ticket Purchase Options. Priority ahead of public ticket sales. Purchase of a Season Ticket will entitle you to request, if available, a ticket or package of tickets offered for sale by us, for any other domestic, European or other home match at the Stadium in which the Club participates. For the avoidance of doubt, this does not apply where the Stadium is being used as a neutral venue or has been hired by a third party. At our discretion, the opportunity to purchase will, at times, be given priority over general public sales of those tickets up to a publicised date in advance of that match or matches. After that publicised date the ticket or multiple match package may be made available by us for public sale. Usual seat is not guaranteed. Purchase of a ticket or multiple match package by you for such additional match(es) does not guarantee you the use of your normal seat. Additional ticket packages. Other than with our consent, where the ticket or tickets offered for sale by us are for a package of games, you cannot elect to purchase a ticket for a smaller number of matches than that included in the package.
7. Standards of conduct. Holders of Season Tickets are regarded by us as ambassadors for the Club and its supporters worldwide. Holders are required to conduct themselves in a manner befitting this status when travelling to, and attending, any Club match during the Season. Drunkenness, foul, insulting, offensive or abusive language or behaviour; racist, discriminatory or sectarian behaviour, remarks, songs, chants, banners or displays; and the promotion or endorsement of any political organisation are not permitted within the Stadium or on the Club's property, or at any matches involving the Club. Breaches of Terms etc. If you breach these Terms, the Ground Regulations, or the Unacceptable Conduct rules or if you commit any criminal offence at any match involving the Club, we may take any or all of the following steps: (a) issue a warning; (b) refuse entry to the Stadium; (c) eject you from the Stadium; (d) confiscate and/ or deactivate the Season Ticket; (e) exclude you from future entry to the Stadium and/or withdraw the ability to buy additional tickets for such period as we consider appropriate, in all of the circumstances; (f) terminate this agreement; and (g) take separate legal action against you.
8. Season Ticket confiscation. Withdrawal of tickets or benefits. We may confiscate, or require the return of, the Season Ticket or withdraw the option to buy additional tickets or any other benefits if you behave at, or while travelling to, any Club match in a manner which we, in our reasonable opinion, consider to have brought the Club or its supporters into disrepute. In the event of confiscation in these circumstances, we will, if there has been no other breach of these terms, refund an amount pro rata for any home matches included within the Season Ticket remaining to be played that season. Refunds in other circumstances will be subject to Clause 9. Breaches leading to confiscation or withdrawal. The following will be considered automatically by us to be serious matters leading to possible ejection from the Stadium, confiscation of a Season Ticket and future exclusion from the Stadium: breach of Clause 7; repeated minor breaches; failure to comply with warnings or instructions from Club officials, stewards or the police; committing a criminal offence; and endangering the health or safety of yourself and/or others. This list is not exhaustive and any breach of the Ground Regulations, the Unacceptable Conduct Rules or the terms of any Supporters' Charter or Code of Conduct may lead to confiscation or withdrawal.
9. Season Ticket confiscation – returns, refunds, and your liability. Return of a confiscated Season Ticket to you will be at our discretion. No refund or compensation will be paid to you if a Season Ticket has been confiscated, suspended, or cancelled due to a serious breach that has resulted in disciplinary action against us by the football authorities, or a loss to, or liability on the part of, us. In all other instances, refunds will be dependent upon the losses suffered by us as a result of the behaviour leading to the confiscation, suspension or cancellation.
10. Your liability. You (whether acting alone or with others) will be jointly and individually liable for, and may be subject to legal action by us for recovery of, any fines, losses, penalties, liability or damages suffered or incurred by us (including disciplinary action by the football authorities) as a direct or indirect result of the conduct or behaviour of you (or any third party to whom you have provided your ticket, with or without our consent of) at any Club match at any home or away venue, whether or not included within the Season Ticket.
11. Match Dates and Times. All match dates and times are subject to change. We are not obliged to provide a refund or compensation if match dates or times for which the Season Ticket is valid change, are unsuitable for you, or you are unable to attend matches included within the Season Ticket. If we are unable to complete a match fixture to provide a result for the purposes of the football authorities due to causes beyond our control, and that match fixture is not re-scheduled, you will be compensated for any corresponding reduction in services. Refunds in any other circumstances are at our discretion.
12. Lost, damaged or stolen tickets. It is your responsibility to take care of the Season Ticket. We are not obliged to replace the Season Ticket if it is lost, misplaced, stolen or damaged. Lost or stolen Season Tickets must be reported to us without delay. We may, at our discretion, following the provision of satisfactory evidence, issue a single match ticket or duplicate Season Ticket on payment by you of a non-refundable administration and replacement fee of £5 for a replacement Season Ticket, to cover our administration costs in issuing such tickets.
13. Your personal data. We are a data controller in respect of personal data submitted by you and will hold and process personal data for legal and administrative purposes and, with your consent, for marketing purposes. The personal data provided to us shall be processed, stored and transferred in accordance with the terms of our privacy policy, which can be read at www.dafc.co.uk We will use the information you give us to send you information as set out in the Data Protection Statement on the Season Ticket application form. By entering the Stadium, you are deemed to consent to our use of personal data as set out in the Ground Regulations.
14. Under 16s. If the Holder is under 16 years old, the Holder's parent(s) and/or guardian(s) and/or the individual making payment for the Season Ticket shall also be responsible for the Holder's actions, conduct and compliance with these Terms and where appropriate (but excluding references to the right to enter the Stadium) any references in these terms to `the Holder` shall be deemed to include the individual specified in the order as having parental responsibility for the Holder.
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