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South Reddish Medical Centre
Reddish Road, Reddish, Stockport, SK5 7QU
It's Saturday 12:27 PM — Sorry, we're closed
Telephone: 0161 426 9191
The Practice participates in the following national screening programmes:
- Bowel screening
- Cervical screening
- Breast screening
We would like to promote all 3 national screening programmes, using the following up to date Patient Information leaflets, literature and posters in line with national campaigns. This is to help increase awareness of the risks and signs of cancer, and to help encourage early presentation and improved lifestyle choices.
If you would like further information, or would like to discuss any concerns or worries that you may have, please contact the Practice.
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NERC Protection and Control Reliability Standards
The NERC Protection and Control (PRC) Reliability Standards are a set of mandatory regulations that define minimum requirements governing protection and control schemes associated with the Bulk Electric System (BES). These standards typically require extensive review of protection and control schemes, requiring substantial consideration for workflow management and data processing, in addition to the technical engineering effort. Complying with the NERC PRC Standards can pose significant challenges to utilities and other applicable entities, particularly in process and data management aspects.

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SATURDAY NIGHT ONLY – Friday canceled due to rain. SATURDAY NIGHT on as scheduled. Party at 7 PM Friday night at the Big O!
UPDATE on TONIGHT'S 15th annual MTH Fall Classic at the Big O from FYE Motorsports:
Unfortunately, with the rain we received overnight, the wet grounds and the increasing percentages of more rain tonight during race time, we have CANCELED TONIGHT's portion of the event.
SATURDAY'S SHOW here at the Ogilvie Raceway IS STILL ON AS SCHEDULED!!!
The forecast calls for clearing and sun tomorrow, so be sure to come out!
Pit gates open at 2pm with grandstands opening at 4pm and racing beginning at 5pm.
We hope to see everyone at the Big O tomorrow!
Also, we WILL be having a PARTY in the building at the track TONIGHT for those of you here on the grounds or those of you that are headed this way. We will have beer, pop, pizza and snacks along with music starting at 7 pm. DJ TommyTom will be spinning the records all night long!
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ormer Chief Justice of India A N Ray was given "two hours" to decide on accepting the top judicial post in the country in 1973, that had created a controversy as his appointment had led to the supersession of three senior judges of the top court, according to a latest book.
"If I didn't accept (the post), someone else would have been offered it. I did not hanker for it," Justice Ajit Nath Ray is quoted as saying in the book "Supreme Whispers", authored by Abhinav Chandrachud, the grandson of former Chief Justice Y V Chandrachud.
However, Justice Ray's statement about being given "two hours" to decide on taking over as the CJI has been challenged by some other senior judges of that period, who claimed in the book that he knew about his upcoming appointment much in advance. Justice Ray passed away in 2010.
This and several other claims and counter-claims were made by over 66 Supreme Court judges in their interviews to American scholar George H Gadbois Junior in the 1980s, which is now out in the book.
Justice Ray's appointment by the then Indira Gandhi regime, superseding three senior judges of the top court - Justices Jaishanker Manilal Shelat, A N Grover and K S Hegde, was viewed as an attack on the independence of the judiciary.
The appointment was made on April 25, 1973, a day after the SC's judgement in the Kesavananda Bharati case, where a 13-judge constitution bench, by a 7-6 verdict, had outlined the 'basic structure' doctrine of the Constitution.
While Justice A N Ray was among the six dissenting judges in the case, Justices Shelat, Hegde and Grover, whom he had superseded, were on the side of the majority.
But Ray's statement that he was given two hours to decide to accept the post of CJI was challenged by Justices Hegde and P Jaganmohan Reddy, who said that Ray knew long before that he would take over from Justice Sarv Mittra Sikri.
Justice Reddy was the Chief Justice of Andhra Pradesh High Court between 1966-69.
"In fact, at a dinner held for the Russian ambassador a week before the supersession, P Jaganmohan Reddy and his wife had h


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Welcome to this spacious family home nestled in a very desirable and premiere Galt North neighbourhood. This all brick 3 car garage home sits on a large lot that is perfect enough to fit an Olympic size pool, with plenty of room to host family gatherings or to raise your growing family. Beautifully maintained and well kept, the homeowner's certainly took pride in their home and it will be sure to check every box on your wish list. Conveniently located within walking distance to Cambridge's most prestigious schools, parks, public transit, and amenities that you won't want to live anywhere else. Call for details or to book your own private tour!


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New York's attorney general filed a lawsuit Thursday against a loan servicer that handles a student loan forgiveness program for public service workers over how the program has been managed.
Attorney General Letitia James' suit filed in federal court in Manhattan against the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency said it has "failed miserably" in how it administers the program.
In her lawsuit, James said PHEAA, which operates under FedLoan Servicing, hasn't accurately kept track of borrowers' payments or adequately explained how it makes its tracking determinations.
FedLoan is the only loan servicer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, created by the federal government in 2007. That program allows certain borrowers to ask for loan forgiveness after 10 years, provided they have made the right amount of qualifying payments and are working in public service jobs.
By not administering the program effectively, James said in her suit against PHEAA that the effects on borrowers include longer repayment periods and being denied when they apply for loan forgiveness.
"PHEAA's failures as the PSLF servicer," James said, "have undermined the goals of the PSLF program and created financial hardship for many."
Keith New, a spokesman for the loan servicer, said in an email statement, "Over the years, PHEAA has cooperatively worked with the NY AG's Office, along with many other regulators throughout the nation, to review specific borrower concerns and to identify and implement appropriate resolutions as they arise."


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This week I am discussing the 5 R's of Zero waste both here and over on Instagram. Today I posted my Low waste Easter Basket and talked about how to reduce our waste.
Reducing our consumption is so important to living a low waste life style. It makes all the difference. Some ways that we can easily do this is by thinking about what + where we buy. Can an item be thrifted second hand instead of buying new? Can we make what we need instead and avoid unnecessary consumption of new products? Can we walk to the store instead of driving? You get the idea. If you missed the first R of Zero waste, hit it up here. It's important to apply them to our lives in order.
Holidays are usually filled with a massive amount of waste. We consume so much around holidays, especially here in the States, that I felt it would be helpful if I gave some inspiration on how to still take part in holiday traditions without adding to the landfill while we are at it.
This is my low waste Easter Basket! I reused some items from our house
Basket : It's from our bathroom. Just go re purpose one for the day. Or if you need one, think about thrifting a basket
Filling for the basket? I used a kitchen towel. You could also use paper sitting in your recycling bin and shred it up
Eggs? Skip the plastic and opt for cardboard like me or even wooden ones. You can reuse for toys later or many Easters to come!
Candy? Skip the individually wrapped pieces and go to the bulk candy section of your store and fill up on your kiddos favorites.
Toys? Think about thrifting one from a store or if you buy new , but sustainably. I supported local and bought at a shop here in Charlotte. The brand is Green Toys and they make all their toys from recycled plastic
It's as easy as that! Let's reduce our consumption this Easter and for many holidays or occasions to come. Same goes for birthday parties too! Is this something you would like to try? Come tell me in the comments below or over on Instagram!


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Ex-CJ Panganiban backs Bro. Eddie Villanueva: Constitution bars Duterte from saying God is stupid
Former Chief Justice Artemio Panganiban is apparently backing Jesus Is Lord founder Eddie Villanueva's stand that President Rodrigo Duterte violated the Constitution with his "your God is stupid" remark to diss the Catholics' belief in Creation and Original Sin.
Panganiban talked about the separation of the Church and state in the Constitution to stress his point that the President should not have attacked or ridiculed the belief of the majority of Filipinos.
"To begin with, our Constitution's Preamble heralds that our nation is theist, not atheist or agnostic: 'We, the sovereign Filipino people, imploring the aid of Almighty God…'," said Panganiban in his Philippine Daily Inquirer column.
"State officials cannot condemn a religious belief for alleged heresy, falsity or stupidity. Neither can they impose their own religious tenets nor attack, ridicule or belittle those of others," he added.
But unlike Villanueva who felt "holy anger" against Duterte's religious insults, Panganiban said he was sticking to the Church's "hands off" policy on Church and state conflict "to avoid confronting the state on political issues, and to intervene only in matters relating to faith and morals."
He said Church leaders should heed Cardinal Tagle's advice to keep calm in the face of Duterte's incessant public mockery of their doctrines.
"Let us avoid the divisive 'kill, kill, kill' of poor addicts and loiterers while we 'chase, chase, chase' the rich drug lords, and end the 'curse, curse, curse' of God, Allah and Yahweh," said Panganiban who was "the only Filipino appointed by the late Pope (now Saint) John Paul II to the Vatican-based Pontifical Council for the Laity for the 1996 to 2002 term."
Related stories:
Ex-CJ Panganiban backs Bro. Eddie Villanueva: Constitution bars Duterte from saying God is stupid
Whose God is stupid? Duterte to have one-on-one meeting with CBCP president
Unapologetic Duterte tells Catholics: 'Your God is stupid, mine has a lot more common sense'
Duterte apologizes to God shortly after saying He's 'stupid'
'Sorry God': Duterte confident God will forgive him for 'stupid' comment
Duterte to hold private meeting with CBCP president after 'stupid God' insult
Lacson: No one can demand Duterte to apologize for 'stupid God' remark
Duterte won't apologize for calling God 'stupid': Not in a million years!


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So I googled Mr Fisher and guess what? This is what he recommnded:
American International Group (nyse: AIG - news - people )And that was in 2008.
This giant insurer is lower than it was one, three, five or even eight years ago--back when it sold for 40 times earnings. Now it is just eight times earnings and 1.2 times annual revenue. But with an exceptionally strong presence in insurance and broader finance, and slow but steady growth, it will enjoy a good run in the stock market in 2008.
Now to be fair I've also been solicited by folks who want to lower my mortgage, (I don't own a home,) give me great deals on a new car and think I should take out a second mortgage to pay down my credit card bills, (I still don't own a home & I pay my debit/credit card balance every month. Woo, hoo! Actual 0%!)
But how bad does Kenny Boy have to be doing that he sends out a cold call snailmail that offers me free! FREE!!1! "The Eight Biggest Mistakes Investors Make And How To Avoid Them" which he put together "solely for financially successful individuals."
Did I mention it was FREE!!1!!9!
Well of course he put them together for people with money, who else can afford snake oil!? (Jeebus, Kenny on South Park has a better record than you do!)
Now I repeatedly tried to contact Mr Fisher to interview him, but apparently he's always in a meeting ... yeah, probably all that work he has to do to oversee the boiler room operators that are taking the calls.
I really hate these bastards that have preyed on us for years and finally got caught in their Fonzi [sic] schemes.
The fact that Kenny Boy has to resort to cold calls again is a bit of schadenfreude for me, but I take no pleasure in seeing my 401(k) lose 40% its value and very little pleasure in seeing my CDs at 1.09%.
But I'm truly thankful that I still have a job and retirement accounts and health insurance.
BTW, just in case no one got the title of the post, it's by INXS. And the title & band name really sums it up.
And since I couldn't find the YouTube for INXS I'll leave you with a bit of basic accounting:
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Happy Monday everyone! Has your week started well? Mine has because I started crafting as soon as I got up! I usually clean the house on Mondays but as my mother in law is here and she likes to sleep in, I didn't want to disturb her with the vacuum cleaner… good excuse no? 😉…Read More
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Hi all! I'm back today with my second DT card for the challenge blog Addicted to Stamps and More and the theme is Photo Inspiration, and what a wonderfully elegant photo we have to inspire you! I was inspired by the gold and black, the tag and the reindeer in the photo. What will you…Read More
Easy watercolour flowers
My daughter and I have started an online beginner's water colouring course with Yao Cheng on Creativebug. I really love Yao Cheng's loose abstract way of painting botanicals, creating with emotions instead of trying to control every stroke, what I really needed to learn and now I'm helping my daughter adapt to that too! Today…Read More


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What's happening and what you can do.
We know that in the current market interest rates are low and whilst the upwards direction is quite clear, the timing and pace of rate increases remain fuzzy. Financial markets provide some hints and recently Philip Lowe, Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has given insight to what's coming.
Question is; are you prepared?
Your next step will determine your financial health in a rising interest rate environment.
Will you consult widely and develop a plan of action?
Will you need funding to reposition yourself and your business?
This is the first of a series of articles discussing interest rates, how you can respond and how we can help you put a plan in place. This series will focus on education, financial awareness, and commercial aspects.
To help you navigate the changing market conditions, we've put together a series of articles about interest rates. How you use this information will determine if you thrive or barely survive. We are intent on helping people devise a plan to ride these conditions and come out on top.
We all like low interest rates, right?
It depends, borrowers prefer lower interest rates but investors prefer higher interest rates. Retirees bemoan the low return they're receiving on cash investments but don't feel too bad for them, most have enjoyed a buoyant property market over the last 30 years, aside from a couple of dips.
Borrowers revel in rising property prices coupled with low interest rates because it enables the funding of additional property investments, property improvement, and a lavish lifestyle. Banks were complicit, property values were supportive and loan servicing standard were easily met given lower repayments. Happy days. Everyone was encouraged to join the party propelling the property market ever higher and leading to high debt levels with low debt carrying costs.
Popular trends emerged with many borrowers converting to or requesting interest-only loans where no principal loan repayment is made, others leveraged homes to fund share portfolios, creating a potent double whammy when property and share markets devalue together. In recent times, interest-only loans became quite necessary as wages failed to increase at a rate necessary to keep pace with property values.
A global study has warned that there are negative implications associated with low interest rates over a long period. According to the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), the practice may even dampen the profitability and strength of financial firms.
Now stop the music: not everyone realises that the party is well and truly over. Going forward, high debt levels come with higher debt carrying costs and gaining additional funding is constrained by falling property prices and higher loan servicing standards. Controls placed on Banks make interest-only loans very difficult to obtain and income verification standards are higher.
What do the financial markets indicate?
The Reserve Bank has held the Cash Rate steady at 1.5% since August 2016. This setting aims to support economic growth by being a source of stability and confidence in the economy; however, the Cash Rate is one of many factors determining the cost of wholesale funding. The wholesale cost is a Bank cost for sourcing funds to on-lend to retail business and consumer clients. Why the RBA does what it does and how Banks arrive at their loan interest rates is a topic we'll cover, suffice to say that an important change has occurred in the cost-of-funds.
Our charting of the three month Inter-Bank Swap Rate (BBSW) indicates that the traded price of cash reduced steadily since 2012 from 3.15% to a low of 1.87% in December 2017. Everyone will have enjoyed playing that oh-so-fun game of bragging about who has the lowest variable interest rate. It's been fun but since December, the cost of cash increased for the first time in a decade and has quickly stepped up to 2.16% in July 2018. The cost of cash will continue to rise from here through to the next financial shock.
The cash price direction change from falling rates to increasing rates means a couple of significant things;
- Standard variable rates have bottomed and will not reduce any further (unless under a marketing campaign designed to win market share);
- Fixed interest rates have bottomed a while ago and are also moving upward.
You should take these into consideration when deciding whether to take a variable rate or fixed rate. The above is true at the time of writing, for further clarity, chat with us today.
What does the RBA Governor say?
The Reserve Bank of Australia Governor, Philip Lowe made four important points during a recent speech at the launch of ASIC's National Financial Capability Strategy 2018. The Governor suggests;
- Interest rates move up and down, "Many borrowers have never experienced a rise in official interest rates. They have mostly experienced lower rates. At some point this will change." Further, "This will not be welcomed by some, but it would be a sign that things are returning to normal. My advice here is to make sure your finances can withstand a lift in interest rates."
- House prices move up and down, commenting that, "We are seeing an example of this in Sydney and Melbourne at the moment. And most of our cities have seen falls in housing prices at some point over the past decade. While I would expect housing prices to trend higher over time as our incomes increase, there is no guarantee that your home will be worth more tomorrow than it is today. So plan accordingly."
- Make sure you build adequate financial buffers, commenting that "Things don't always turn out as we expect. So for most of us, having a buffer against the unexpected makes a lot of sense." His comment recommends building a cash savings buffer.
- Shop around, commenting "Don't be shy to ask for a better deal; whether for your mortgage, your electricity contract or your phone plan." There are good deals out there, seek advice, get good information and make informed decisions.
Interest rates have been supportive for a long time, enabling borrowers to leverage their assets and carry a high debt load with a low servicing cost. Market data suggests an inflection point where interest rates have bottomed and will rise in future. The pace and timing of both RBA Cash Rate and wholesale cost-of-funds increases remains unclear; navigating a funding solution or refinance in this environment is possible, and to do well you'll need expert advice.
Understanding the financial climate, where you're at and what's possible will keep you ahead of the game. Reach out to Influx Funding for a free assessment of your position and to explore possibilities.
1. Marion Kohler and Michelle van der Merwe, Sept 2015, Reserve Bank of Australia, Long-run Trends in Housing Price Growth, https://www.rba.gov.au/publications/bulletin/2015/sep/3.html
2. Australia Three Month Interbank Rate,1986-2018, Data, https://tradingeconomics.com/australia/interbank-rate
3. Philip Lowe, 17 August 2018, Reserve Bank of Australia, Opening Statement to the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Economics. https://www.rba.gov.au/speeches/2018/sp-gov-2018-08-17.html
4. Philip Lowe, 21 August 2018, Reserve Bank of Australia, Remarks at the Breakfast event to launch ASIC's National Financial Capability Strategy 2018, https://www.rba.gov.au/speeches/2018/sp-gov-2018-08-21.html


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The best summer fragrances
The heatwave might have passed and your holiday might feel like a long way off, but fortunately there is some light relief in the form of fragrance. For years, brands have been successfully bottling the scent of the sun, sea and sand to transport us to far-flung, exotic lands. Here are the scents that will beat the unpredictable British weather and instantly lift your mood…
The Oriental Scent
Liberty has exclusively launched the new Etro fragrance to celebrate their 50th anniversary. Udaipur is an oriental fragrance with Indian jasmine, lotus flower, patchouli and musk notes that are long lasting in hot temperatures.
The Fruity Fragrance
Jo Malone Hot Blossoms Tropical Cherimoya Cologne 100ml, £95
This collection was inspired by Jo Malone's Celine Roux's trip around Brazil where she fell in love with the flamboyant vibrancy of the flowers and fruits. This scent has a fresh, citrus top note with a hint of pear at the heart finishing with a warm and woody note.
The Timeless Scent
Bella Blanca is a white floral fragrance that is timeless, inspired by the brands heritage. The middle notes consist of dewy freesia, jasmine sambac and creamy sandalwood with a woody and musky undertone- all long last notes that
The formula for Atelier Cologne is made from 90% renewable natural ingredients from all around the world. Opening with citrus notes of Moroccan orange flower and bergamot. This exotic fragrance has a rich, smokey patchouli and white musk base perfect for a hot summer's evening.
The scent for the Sun
Eau De Soleil Blanc is the ultimate holiday fragrance, with a jus that is reminiscent of sunscreen, coconut and warm weather. Its top notes include bergamot, pistachio, orange and cardamon creating a crisp and refreshing citrus scent- perfect on sweaty skin.
The Love Scent
Jo Malone has just launched her new summer fragrance for Jo Loves inspired by a hot summers day in the South of France. A fresh citrus and floral fragrance of orange blossom, petitgrain, mandarin and neroli.
The Luxury Scent
As the name suggests, this fragrance is inspired by a summer romance with a top note of Bulgarian rose combined with bergamot and magnolia. This perfume was inspired by Creeds best-selling scent Love in White. The new fragrance is designed to convey the style and atmosphere of the French Riviera including crisp sea waves and long summer nights.
Marking its 30th anniversary this year, Guerlain's iconic Terracotta is an olfactory icon. The bergamot gives it a refreshing opening, while the warmth of the tiare flower and vanilla come through on the dry-down. With one spritz you can almost feel the sand between your toes.
The holiday scent
As the name suggests, this fragrance is inspired by the beach. It's slightly fresher, crisper than Guerlain's Terracotta with notes of sea spray and mandarin. Those who prefer to skip fragrance on holiday or when they're in the sun, it's worth looking into the hand and body lotion too.
If you prefer your fragrance to be heavily floral, but still want to stand out from the crowd then you should try Vilhelm Parfumerie's jasmine creation. It's a greener take on the classic white flower. Impressively, Vilhelm's founder Jan Ahlgren has managed to capture every element of a jasmine, from the satiny petals to the crisp stems and earthy roots.
For a fresh, crisp perfume look no further than Viktor & Rolf's Magic Sage Spell. It's oceans apart from the fashion house's iconic Flowerbomb scent and is perfect for summer. The notes of patchouli and sage are weaved in with pink pepper and grapefruit. If you veer towards masculine scents over floral or fruity, then seek this one out.
The limited edition scent
Every year, Estee Lauder brings out a new bottle of its classic Bronze Goddess. The scent, however, is always the same. Think coconut mixed with sun cream and salt water. Nothing evokes holidays quite like this fragrance and it never fails to sell out before the end of summer.


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In the green salon
Since March of this year the Westend of Wiesbaden has something very special to offer:
Karen Muth opened a real "nature-connected hairdressing salon" there!
After 25 years in employment, she has now ventured the step to her own salon. And she did this with a very natural and (unfortunately) not very common concept.
My greatest value
Sometimes the world gets on my nerves! We have created a society that strives for success, money, power and prestige, forgetting the values that make a truly fulfilling and contented life. Of course there are the exceptions. People who are
Dania König
My interview guest today is Dania König, singer and songwriter from the Rhineland. Dania first drew attention to herself with the band "Königwerq", among others as a support act for Lionel Richie, PUR and Nena and as a participant in the preliminary round of the Eurovision Song Contest.
Bye bye toxins!
For the past 20 years, the BioLandgut Tiefleiten in the Bavarian Forest has been practicing "organic" and sustainability. With holistic guidance to a conscious self, it is a wonderful place to recharge your batteries. The hilly landscape is also ideal for hiking and exploring. Whether through beautiful forest sections or over fields, it is wonderfully beautiful there.
What do you really need?
What do you need to live a good life? Certainly the answer looks a bit different for you than for me. However, I'm more and more convinced that there are very few things you really need. Three weeks in Norway
Sustainable talk with Saskia de Feijter
I am convinced that role models can help us achieve our own wishes and goals. That's why I launched the series "conscious creatives telling their stories". Here I would like to introduce you again and again to people who are consciously and


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One Piece World Seeker [PC]
One Piece World Seeker Leave your compass behind and join Luffy as he embarks on a brand new action-packed adventure where you can experience the powers of the legendary Gum-Gum fruit to uncover hidden secrets on an original, never-before-seen island. The Straw Hat Pirates arrive on a mysterious island known only as "Prison Island" and they're soon caught up in a dramatic story full of twists and turns. Includes original characters designed by Eiichiro Oda himself! Face off against some of Luffy's well-known enemies from the ONE PIECE series. Use his Gum-Gum Fruit powers and powerful Haki abilities to take them down!
System Requirement
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 7 64-bit SP1
- Processor: Intel Core i5-2300 or AMD A10-7850K
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 660 or Radeon HD 7950
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 25 GB available space
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i7-3770 or AMD FX-8350
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 1060 or Radeon RX 580
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 25 GB available space
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We love giving you useful and creative tools to help you rock parenthood! Today we've teamed up with Peppa Pig in this sponsored post to share some great tips for setting up a back to school routine that will kick off your year on a positive note!
Why do we need a Back to School routine?
Kids thrive on routine and consistency… even though sometimes they push back against it! When they know what is expected of them, it is so much easier to be successful!
This year I have four kids at three schools (preschool, elementary school, and middle school). I feel like I am constantly in my car running people around. Not only do I need a routine for the kids, but a routine helps me manage everything too!
At the end of each day I have an exhausted toddler who needs attention right at the same time that her big siblings usually need help with homework and attention. With smart planning, along with teaching the kids to help, we might all survive (and thrive!) each afternoon!
How can we get started with a Back to School routine?
Start by looking at what you need to get done each day and develop some systems to let kids be able to be independent.
Less reminding, more self-discipline and independence for the kids.
We kicked off our year by setting up some simple expectations for the mornings and afternoons. These are mostly a review for our kids, since we've been doing them for awhile, but it is always good to revisit them.
Here are some of our daily routines:
Each morning the kids are required to do their "Big 5" jobs.
- Make their bed (the little ones get help)
- Get dressed/ put clothes away
- Pack their bag/lunch/fill their water bottle
- Brush their teeth
- Say Prayers
In the afternoon the kids have an additional set of expectations that are on "job cards" which were inspired by Simply On Purpose. Each child's cards are a bit different, but they are the same every day. Here's an example.
- Put shoes away
- Unpack lunch bags/put on counter (older kids rinse out their bentos)
- Unpack water bottle (older kids rinse it out)
- Hug & kiss mom and tell me the best part of their day
- Get a snack
- Take out their folder/papers/show mom
- Do their homework/get it checked
- Put their backpack away
- Practice piano
- Read
- Play
After we get our jobs organized, we like to make sure to PLAN for PLAY!
Kids need to play every day- inside and outside! Some of our favorite playful after school activities include…
- Simple science activities
- Easy sensory bins
- Stickers and window clings!
- Coloring and being crafty
- Riding scooters outside
Some of these activities we do after homework and some I set up for my toddler while I am helping the big kids with homework.
Kids don't get nearly enough time to eat at school. The after school snack might be the most important thing my kids eat all day! I try and make sure they get something healthy to eat every day right when they get home AND a lot to drink! We typically just drink water, but occasionally we'll splurge for a special 100% juice drink.
What about showers and baths? How do they fit in?
Baths and showers tend to make some of my kids really tired and others energized and overly excited… so some of my kids shower in the morning and others bathe at night. This totally depends on their personality.
However you do it, just make a plan and try and stick with it!
What are some other ways you de-stress or calm down at the end of the day?
- Reading books together is always #1.
- We also love to play quietly with puzzles or blocks or do other calming activities.
- Once homework is done, listening to music is also one of the most popular activities at our house.
The kids will also listen to songs while they pick up their rooms at night. Peppa the Pig's "My First Album!" is a fun one that we recently introduced to my youngest. You can stream the album by visiting: https://eone.ffm.to/myfirstalbum. She loves it! The "Let's Get Ready song" is a favorite around bathtime/bedtime! It is so adorable!
Do you have any other favorite calm down activities you love?
What does your Back to School routine look like?


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The Power to Change: Leadership, community and resiliency
Zahura Ahmed, Congress 2016 student blogger
"Aho Mitayyuke Oyasin." Mayor Naheed Nenshi greeted a full auditorium of Congress attendees with a traditional Indigenous greeting: "greetings to all of my relations." This phrase, taken from the Lakota language, emphasizes the oneness and entwinement of society. Nenshi used the importance of this concept to deliver a gripping lecture on creating prosperous, resilient and functioning communities. He emphasized the necessity of people from all walks of life to work together in order to make good ideas a reality within their communities.
As arguably the most well-liked mayor in Canada, Nenshi was in a good position to speak on this matter. Recounting a tough moment in Calgary's history, Nenshi told of his experience in responding to the 2013 floods in the city. A few facts that highlight the severity of this include: the Elbow River usually flows 30-40 cubic metres per second and at the time of the flood it was flowing 700 cubic metres per second; 80,000 people were evacuated from their homes; and, there were roughly $1.7 billion in damages.
Thousands of homes were destroyed.
Countless families lost all of their belongings.
Many people did not have the means to cook themselves or their families any food.
Nenshi stated that he was consistently inundated with questions on how Calgarians could help. Thousands of volunteers spontaneously organized to help strangers around the city. Together, they rebuilt something that which was destroyed. People helped fix homes, cooked food for families, cleaned up neighbourhoods and did whatever else was needed at the time. Everyone did something to help. This was resilience—this wonderful display of humanity in the wake of uncontrollable circumstances.
With this story, Nenshi highlighted the inherent resiliency within people working together to overcome problems, and emphasized the need to apply this to other issues we see in our communities.
Mayor of Calgary His Worship Naheed Nenshi was a BigThinking speaker on the opening day of Congress 2016. He spoke about transitioning from academic to politician and what this has taught him about the power of people to make change in their communities.


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Alysha Daniels serves as the Weekend News Anchor for The WGY Weekend with Joe Gallagher (6am-10am).
As a two-time graduate of the New School of Radio and Television, Alysha's first job in radio saw her become the Capital Region's first Airborne Traffic Reporter, providing WGY-In-The-Sky traffic updates as well as traffic reports for 99.5 The River. To answer the most-asked question she receives about that time: yes, there really was an airplane (not a helicopter). While she did not pilot the WGY-In-The-Sky plane, it sparked an interest in flying. She was a student pilot and has flown single engine aircraft.
Alysha worked for other radio/TV stations in the region before embarking on a career in telecommunications where she is currently an Enterprise Process Architect. A lifelong news junkie, the weekend news anchor position at WGY was just the opportunity she needed to get back to fulfilling her dream of returning to a newsroom.
Alysha loves to travel. She is also a deal diva, using coupons and finding sales to save as much money as possible. She cheers only for New York sports teams, with the New York Rangers taking the top spot in her household.
Raised in Arbor Hill, Alysha met her now husband, Gene, and the city girl moved to the country. They live in northern Schenectady County and raise chickens instead of children.


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In D3 you can get a Kit Fox jammed at the parking garage by going off the end of the up ramp.
The 'Mech then floats in mid air between the ramp and the wall.
D3 Light Mech Can Get Jammed
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On the eve of Mother's Day Weekend, I was able to interview one of the smartest and coolest working moms in journalism – Anya Kamenetz. Currently, an education correspondent for […]Read More
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Boys Will Be Who They Are, If We Let Them: Breaking Down Gender Stereotypes in the Toy Industry
This article was written by guest blogger Laurel Wilder. Laurel Wider is the creator of Wonder Crew — dolls inspired by boys. The company behind Wonder Crew, PlayMonster, is a member […]Read More
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A form of hepatitis that affects the fetuses and neonates, and characterized by jaundice, direct and indirect bilirubinaemia, hepatocellular degeneration, and appearance of multinucleated giant cells in the liver
The hepatitis is a condition characterized by the inflammation of the liver. The common symptoms include jaundice (yellow discoloration of the skin and the whites of the eyes) and hepatomegaly (liver enlargement). There are many reasons that can result in hepatitis. The various causes include infection, metabolic factors, autoimmune causes, and genetic factors. One of these is neonatal hepatitis. It is hepatitis in the neonatal period presumed to be due to a variety of causes, chiefly viral. Possible viral causes include infection from hepatitis A virus, hepatitis B virus, hepatitis C virus, toxoplasma, rubella, cytomegalovirus, and syphilis.1 It is characterized by direct and indirect bilirubinaemia, hepatocellular degeneration, and appearance of multinucleated giant cells. Thus, it is also referred to as giant cell hepatitis. It may be difficult to distinguish from biliary atresia. Nevertheless, it is more likely to end with recovery although cirrhosis may develop.
- giant cell hepatitis
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1 Samyn, M. and Mieli-Vergani, G. (November 2015). "Liver and Biliary Disease in Infancy". Medicine. 43 (11): 625–630.


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With all the drama in the Brett Kavanaugh sexual assault hearing, you'd think it would be the perfect fodder for a film–or at least a Lifetime after-school special.
But if you really analyze it, no matter who you believe or how you fall politically, there are several flaws that would make this fall flat if it were a screenplay.
One in particular makes this whole movie boring and unwatchable.
That is–there's no character arc for Kavanaugh.
Whether you see him as the protagonist or antagonist, he's shown his hand from the beginning.
We've seen him irate. We've seen him belligerent.
As a character, there's nowhere for him to go.
It's not interesting to learn every single flaw in a character in the first five minutes of watching a movie.
As viewers, we need time to get to know the characters. We like to be able to decide for ourselves what kind of person they are.
And we like to learn things about them along the way, as the story goes along.
What do they care about?
What is their goal in life?
What happens when there's conflict that tries to stop them from reaching that goal.
We've already seen what kind of person Brett Kavanaugh is.
He's evasive.
He's bullying.
His major flaw is that he doesn't think he's done anything wrong in his life, ever.
Again, this isn't a political statement or a judgement as to whether or not he's guilty of the things he's being accused of–it's a character study.
And because the writers of this real life drama have exposed everything about one of the main characters right from the start, it's no longer interesting to watch.
Because who wants to spend 90 minutes watching a grown man rant and rave and shout and bully other characters?
Even if there's a plot twist, we've already learned everything we needed to learn about the main character in the first five minutes of Act 1, so there's no point in watching the rest of the movie.
Just something to think about as you are plotting character arcs for you own screenplays.
Speaking of which–if you are in the Cleveland area, Gorilla Film School is partnering with Short.Sweet.Film Fest to bring you a series of film workshops. The first one will be on October 27th from 10:30am – 2:30pm and will be on screenwriting for short films. Presenting will be Mary Davis, of the International Screenwriter's Association. Cost is $20 for the workshop, which is an absolute steal.
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Mass restart for 25km relay
This applies to the two-person relay only. Relay runners doing the return leg (Kirra to Broadbeach) will leave when their outbound partner arrives at Coolangatta. However there will be a mass start at the 2hr 30min mark (approx 0800 hrs) for the return competitors whose outbound partner has not arrived by that time. Race times will be adjusted accordingly.
The exact location of the Southern Exchange Point for the 2 x 25km relay is opposite No.6 Pacific Parade, Bilinga. (Right next to the usual start location for the Kirra Parkrun) Runners starting their leg here will head south first, to the Coolangatta turnaround point before turning and following the course back to Broadbeach (Pratten Park)
Return transport for 25km runners only and withdrawals
The majority of teams have their vehicle driven to the turnaround by the returning runner. The keys are then given to the outbound runner upon their arrival, who drives the vehicle back to the finish. We will have a drop box for car keys at the changeover point.
Athletes who drop out of the race must advise an official or an aid station captain of their withdrawal.


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The IB Programme
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Internationella Engelska Gymnasiet hopes to introduce the International Baccalaureate for students starting at the school in August 2012.
"We see the IB Programme as a wonderful opportunity for students to get an alternative qualification to the traditional Swedish programme that will help them get into university abroad," says IEGS Principal Dr Margret Benedikz.
Internationella Engelska Gymnasiet is a candidate school* for the Diploma Programme (DP). This school is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. Only schools authorized by the International Baccalaureate (IB) as IB World Schools can offer any of its three academic programmes: the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), or the IB Diploma Programme. Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted.
This week's interview is with Ms Muchardt-Smith, the planned IB Coordinator at the school.
More information about the IB programme at IEGS will be forthcoming subject to our approval. Any questions should be directed to Ms Muchardt-Smith.
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Brand names include:
- Restylane
- Belotero
- Juvederm
- Perlane
Hyaluronic acid injections can be used to improve the skin's contour and reduce depressions in the skin due to scars, injury or lines.
Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance found in your body. High concentrations are found in soft connective tissues and in the fluid surrounding your eyes. It's also in some cartilage and joint fluids, as well as skin tissue. It is extracted and reformulated and now has become one of the most popular kinds of injectable fillers.
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One of my Bloggin' Friends, Louise, posted about women loving their bodies as they are.
Louise purchased a National Enquire magazine because she was upset about how they critized celebrity women for gaining weight, calling them fat and losers. (Funny how you never see pictures of the editors or writers)
How to Look Good Naked is a great program that show women how great and sexy they truly are.
It is the women's self perception that is low ... and the media loves to push it down lower.
The majority of my clients are women.
So, I wanted to share this with you.
Stop thinking you need to be a size ___,
and BE happy with who you are.
I've been a woman who was told I was fat and stupid, and I believed it. When I realized I am intelligent and attractive, boy, did the world of happiness open up to me.
To follow Louise's challenge.
Give us 10 things you LOVE about your body.
Here's my ten:
1. My eyes -beautiful, deep brown
2. My smile -bright
3. My feet -plain cute
4. My lips -people pay for my lips
5. My curves -love my shape
6. My tummy -toned tummy
7. My legs - strong & short
8. My skin -baby soft
9. My muscles -strong as a tank
10. My brain -proud to say I'm pretty damn smart
What 10 things do you love about your body?
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Loving Yourself Naked
Created by Angie Weid around 4:10 AM
Thoughts on: Encouragement
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I just saw this show for the first time and love it. Way to go Carson!
- February 22, 2008 at 12:21 PM
- Louise Kahle said...
Thanks for continuing with this, Angie. Check out my blog today.
The sickness goes on.
- February 22, 2008 at 2:27 PM
- SOUL said...
just sayin howdy--- :)) hope your weekend is a good one...
not really feelin the love right now-- i'll get back to you on the list another time :))
(my body just didn't look too appealing in ANY way last night :))
- February 23, 2008 at 1:23 PM
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TONASKET – The Tonasket School District has scheduled a series of meetings in order to give the community a chance to visit with Superintendent Paul Turner regarding the future direction of the school district. The meetings (which include ice cream) will be geared toward gathering information that will be used in strategic planning sessions in [...]
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Tonasket schools set community meetings
School librarian arrested for sexual misconduct
TONASKET – A Tonasket School Librarian was arrested May 20 for sexual misconduct with a student 19 years her junior.
Slideshow | First priority: communications
Drill serves its purpose, exposes issues TONASKET – The inability of first response personnel to communicate after leaving Tonasket and heading up Highway 20 is no secret. Anyone who has tried to use their cell phone while on the road knows this, as do ambulance, police and sheriff's officers that have had to respond to [...]
Slideshow | Missoula Children's Theatre hits Tonasket
Missoula Children's Theatre presented Beauty Lou and the Country Beast, an original country western adaptation of the classic fairy tale Beauty and the Beast on Saturday, March 1 at the THS Commons.
Tonasket School Board calls special meeting
TONASKET – The Tonasket School Board has called a special meeting for Monday, Feb. 17, to review and discuss the failure of the Feb. 11 bond election. While the replacement maintenance and operations levy is passing with a nearly 60 percent vote the vote for the bond, which required 60 percent to pass, had received [...]
M&O levies passing, but Tonasket construction bond going down
NORTH COUNTY – Three of the four ballot measures involving Tonasket and Oroville School Districts were passing as of the initial Tuesday, Feb. 11, vote count, but one was going down to a decisive defeat. Tonasket's Proposition 2, a bond to expand and improve the school's facilities, had 50.7 percent voting in favor (541-526). But [...]
Levy, bond packages finalized
TONASKET – Final revisions to the Tonasket School District's bond and levy packages were approved at the Monday, Dec. 16, school board session.
Pellet gun leads to Tonasket Schools lockdown | updated
Updated 10:05 p.m.
TONASKET – Devin Martinez, Aan 18-year-old Tonasket Hhigh Sschool student, is in custody after being spotted on the Tonasket High School campus with what turned out to be a pellet gun, causing a district-wide lockdown for nearly an hour on Thursday, Oct. 24.
New assessment of Oroville finished
OKANOGAN – The new assessment of property within the Oroville School District is complete and while most won't notice much of an increase, those with lakefront property will see taxes rise, according to Okanogan County Assessor Scott Furman.
'Marshal Middleton' finally gets to ride the parade
TONASKET – Patti Middleton is no stranger to parades.
But she's never gotten to ride in one. As the longtime music teacher in the Tonasket School District, she's marched in countless parades, including many editions of the Founders Day variety, always as part of the Tonasket Marching Band.


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for sale two-bedroom apartment in Jurmala, Bulduri, just 300 meters from the sea coast.
The apartment is with high quality interior decoration and furniture (Italian furniture, floor, built-in wardrobes, niches, windows, window sills - made of natural oak, in the bathroom walls are made of marble, Aroma-SPA sauna with lighting and music)
Layout: kitchen combined with living room, two bedrooms, spacious bathroom with sauna.
The apartment is located in a clubhouse consisting of only 6 apartments.


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Noord – 2 bedrooms, 1 bath furnished
A monthly service fee needs to be paid for each apartment, even when the apartment is not rented out. This fee is Awg 358,00 per month ( this includes costs like insurance, internet, pool, security, and garden maintenance ) When the apartment is rented out, the fee is raised up to AWG 416,00 monthly rate ( extra costs of water usage, septic service, waste service, etc )
The complex offers a swimming pool, deck chairs, and a small pool for younger children, surrounded by waving palm trees, exotic flowers and tropical plants. It also offers wash- and dry facilities and free wireless internet.
The spacious apartment has two bedrooms ( each with two beds ) a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom, and a living. Each apartment has its own spacious balcony/terrace with table and chairs. All apartments are fully air-conditioned. A safe box and cable TV is available in all apartments.
Across the street, you will find a supermarket for all your daily groceries.
Montaña Park Apartments is a perfect location for short- and long-term stays, for both families and groups.


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Uncover North India's royal heritage as you explore the 'Blue City' of Jodhpur, take in the view from the top of Mehrangarh Fort or have a true Rajasthani desert adventure atop a camel near the 'Golden City' of Jaisalmer. While in Udaipur, the city of lakes, stay in the extraordinary Taj Lake Palace Hotel. Venture deep into Rajasthan, possibly the most romantic and mythical state on the sub-continent and stay in characteristic forts and hunting lodges in the smaller towns of Nagaur and Narlai. Be at home in a palace in the 'Pink City' of Jaipur and the search for the elusive Bengal tiger in Ranthambore National Park. North India will capture your heart with its colour, splendour and brilliance.
5-star luxury inclusions:
ITINERARY Highlights
We welcome you to North India before arriving at your hotel in Delhi for the next two nights.
DAY 2 Delhi
Explore Old Delhi and India's largest mosque, Jama Masjid. Dazzle your senses on a rickshaw ride through Asia's largest wholesale spice bazaar and Delhi's oldest streets, finishing with a traditional lunch in Dharmpura haveli. Later, visit Humayan's Tomb and drive past the India Gate and Presidential Avenue. Tonight, enjoy your special welcome dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3 Delhi > Varanasi
Fly to India's holiest Hindu city, Varanasi for the next two nights. Enjoy a rickshaw ride down to the banks of the Ganges River. Cruise the holy river at dusk whilst listening to the sounds of traditional Indian music. Release sacred offerings into the river and witness the magical ceremony of the evening Aarti.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4 - Varanasi
As the sun begins to rise, drift slowly down the Ganges River and watch the many ghats come to life. Afterwards, take a stroll along the ghats and laneways of the Old City. Later, journey to one of Buddhism's most important sites in Sarnath.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5 - Varanasi > Khajuraho
Fly to Khajuraho, famous for its magnificent World Heritage-listed temple architecture. Enjoy your two-night stay overlooking the iconic temples.
Undertake a yoga lesson or visit a Shiva Temple to experience Rudrabhishek.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6 - Khajuraho
Visit the exquisitely sculpted sandstone temples depicting the exotic Karma Sutra carvings for which these temples are most famous for.
Watch a sound and light show at the temples or a traditional folk dance performance.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 7 - Khajuraho > Orchha > Jhansi > Agra
Drive to Orchha and enjoy a walking tour of the old town. Continue to Jhansi and board a train to Agra. Arrive in the early evening at your luxurious Special Stay hotel in Agra, only 600 metres from the magnificent Taj Mahal.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 8 - Agra
Marvel at the Taj Mahal at sunrise with its shimmering marble domes and towers reflected in the landscaped pools. Later discover the World Heritage-listed Mughal Red Fort of Agra. Enjoy a light lunch at Sheroes Hangout, a café which supports victims of domestic violence.
Sundowners: Gather for evening drinks to overlook and appreciate the architectural wonder of the Taj Mahal from the close proximity of your hotel.
Choose from Asian cuisine at C'est Chine, or a north Indian BBQ. Alternatively, enjoy the buffet at the Bellevue, located at your hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9 - Agra > Ranthambore National Park
Explore the World Heritage-listed site of Fatehpur Sikri en route to Bharatpur. Board a train to travel to Ranthambore National Park and settle into your luxury tent for a two night Special Stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10 - Ranthambore National Park
Accompanied by an expert wildlife naturalist, search for the elusive Bengal Tiger during your private morning and afternoon game drives.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 11 - Ranthambore National Park > Jaipur
Drive to the Pink City, visiting Abhaneri village and its 1,000-year-old stepwell en route. Later, stop for lunch at Castle Kanota, the setting for the Viceroy Club in the film The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Stay at your regal hotel for three nights.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 12 - Jaipur
Visit the City Palace, home to the rulers of Jaipur. Marvel at the magnificent Jantar Mantar, an observatory built in the 18th century and the magnificent Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) with its honeycombed sandstone windows. Take a rickshaw ride into small chowkris of the city before returning to your hotel.
Learn about traditional Indian cooking with the Ikaki Niwas family or savour the views from high up in Amer Fort whilst dining at 1136 Restaurant. Alternatively, dine in house at the Giardino Italian restaurant.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 13 - Jaipur
Begin the day exploring the striking hilltop Amer Fort before enjoying the afternoon at leisure. Tonight, dine at the restored Samode Haveli.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 14 - Jaipur > Nagaur
Pass small villages and towns on the way to Nagaur and your magnificent hotel, located in the original fort.
Step back in time with an exclusive dinner within Bakht Singh courtyard Baradari in Ahhichatragarh Fort. Dine dressed in traditional turbans and saris, just as the former residents once did.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 15 - Nagaur > Jaisalmer
Continue west into the desert of Rajasthan to the Golden City of Jaisalmer for a two-night stay. Take an orientation walk visiting the well-known Patwon-ki Haveli and Salim Sing-ki-Havelis.
Dine on international fare at Nosh or try traditional Rajasthani Thali at the speciality restaurant Legends of Marwad.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 16 - Jaisalmer
Visit the 800-year-old Jaisalmer Fort and Gadsisar Sagar Tank.
Take a camel or camel cart sunset trek across the sand dunes before a torch-lit dinner with music on the dunes.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 17 - Jaisalmer > Jodhpur
Continue to the Blue City for the next two nights. Marvel at the close-up view of the Mehrangarh Fort from your room of your boutique hotel located inside the old walled city. Enjoy a Tuk Tuk ride around the surrounding streets locating the local market close by.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 18 - Jodhpur
Take a jeep adventure to nearby Bishnoi Villages and learn about their rural way of life.
Accompanied by the museum curator, enjoy a glass of champagne overlooking the city before continuing on an exclusive walking tour of Mehrangarh Fort. Dinner is at the fort providing an outstanding vantage point.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 19 - Jodhpur > Narlai
See the rural tribal hamlets whilst driving to the small village of Narlai. Settle into your hotel, a former hunting lodge. Later, set out on your first jeep safari to spot leopards and peacocks in the hills surrounding your hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 20 - Narlai
Rise early to watch the sunrise over the lake on your jeep safari in hope to view a leopard on their morning prowl. Later, undertake a leisurely walk around town.
Enjoy a drink with a member of the local royal family and then take a bullock cart ride to tonight's dinner venue and enjoy a delicious dinner by a candlelit 1,100-year-old well. Uniquely romantic.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 21 - Narlai > Ranakpur > Udaipur
Drive to the 'City of Lakes' via Ranakpur to visit the intricate Jain Temple. In Udaipur, live like royalty during your two night Special Stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 22 - Udaipur
Take a cultural walk through the markets or explore the City Palace, built entirely in granite and marble.
Cruise the serene waters of Lake Pichola before indulging in your sumptuous private Mewar Terrace farewell dinner. Overlooking the magical City Palace and Lake Pichola, this is a fitting end to your tour.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 23 - Udaipur
Bid farewell to India as you fly to Delhi (please book onward flights after 9.00pm). Alternatively, you can use your included flight to fly from Udaipur to Mumbai for a post-tour extension.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Price from $19,890 per person, twin share
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"I wan to fu** the sh** out of you" is the opening line to the song "Down My Throat" by the provocatively raunchy blues-rock duo, Hardcore Sex. Female lead singer and drummer, Bear Ryan, pummels her drumkit as her gritty and oddly seductive vocals swirl around Grandpa Johnson's serrated guitar sound. The Austin duo shirks the 'bells and whistles' of polished rock & roll to embrace a raw and primal feel that could be mistaken for early Kills or maybe even the twisted, nymphomaniac, evil twin of The White Stripes. Hardcore Sex unapologetically drags delta blues influences through a pool of sexed-out lyrics, and thick unrelenting riffs to create music that would make an escort blush. The down-home duo release their debut EP, You Greasy Devil, on November 17th and, they'll be celebrating the same day at the Hard Luck Lounge with an EP release party for those who want to let the debauched sounds of a wanton bacchanal wash over you.
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Freecycle is a grassroots project where people are giving (and receiving) stuff for FREE in their own towns.
It's like a mini-eBay, only it's categorized by regions, so you join the group that's in the same city or county as you. (That way, it's easy to GIVE or GET items to others who live near you.)
After hearing about Freecycle on the news soon after it began in 2003, I signed up. UPDATE: I've now been a member for 8 years!
It's hard to believe that there are over 1,200 Freecycle members in my tiny little town alone.
It's a ton of fun giving others items they want/need for FREE. And it's super exciting when you find that needle in the haystack and see something you really want on Freecycle for yourself.
Joining Freecycle
Basically, joining means that you are given access to the website which lists items that are either Wanted (being sought by others) or Offered (being given away by others).
You can post your "wanted items" or your "offered items" for FREE at any time.
Remember, it's all about the FREE… not a penny can be charged or earned.
Check out some of the things Freecyclers have given and received!
Finding The Best Items
Instead of keeping your eyes glued to the Freecycle website, you can also choose to receive individual e-mails (as items are posted) or daily e-mails (summarizing all of the new postings for that day).
That way, you remain on top of what's available at all times — because really good free stuff often goes very quickly!
Freecycle Giving & Receiving Tips
Through the years, I have given a lot (weight set, rocking chairs, planters, chairs, desks, etc.) and gotten a lot (dinnerware, drinking glasses, cookware, Peterborough baskets, etc.) — all thanks to Freecycle.
Here are my best Freecycle tips…
Safety First:
When people are giving things away for FREE, they (self included) typically don't want to be inconvenienced in any way. (I mean, after all, you are getting something for nothing — so it's not worth it for the donor to go to great lengths to make this happen.) For that reason, most Freecyclers want you to pick up the item from their front porch within a time range that you specify. If the item is not picked up, then it typically goes to the next person on the list (assuming that a number of people have voiced an interest in the item).
Generally speaking, I'm okay with this. I've done it this way many many times. However, it may be in your best interest to do the transaction in a public place, rather than mentioning a home address to a stranger who happens to live in your town. While having no interaction with the Freecycler — by leaving items on the porch — is easier than driving somewhere to meet someone, it would be much safer to meet in a public location during daylight hours. I've done this before at places like a McDonald's parking lot, a grocery store parking lot, etc.
When You Give:
To avoid the frustration when someone doesn't show up to pick up an item as promised, I usually send the same reply to all who voice an interest in my item: "The item is on my front porch. Here's the address. The first one to arrive gets it." Yes, sometimes, I've had more than one person come by to get the same item — but they knew ahead of time and they were will to take the chance. Doing it this way helps to ensure that you'll get the item out of your home in the quickest manner possible. It also ensures that only someone who really wants it will receive it. Finally, it guarantees that you won't have no-shows. Just be sure to post an update right away on Freecycle stating that the item has been picked up!
Don't overlook the fact that some of the things you might want to give to Freecycle (or to other donation organizations like Goodwill or Salvation Army) might not be in the best condition. If that's the case, some of those items might be put to good use at your local animal shelter instead. Please check out this Animal Shelter Wish List before you give things away.
When You Receive:
To increase your odds of being selected as the recipient of an item, you need to have a sparkling clean reputation on Freecycle. Without a doubt, people start to recognize some of the names of those who tend to give and receive items on Freecycle a lot. You can sort of get a sense of who the complainers are, who receives more than they give, and maybe even who has been a no show in the past. (Some Freecyclers tend to name-drop if they've had particularly bad experience with one person.)
For what it's worth, when I'm voicing my interest in receiving an item, I always end with: "By the way, I have NEVER been a no show. So if you pick me, you can rest assured that I will pick up the item right away. Thanks for your consideration."
More About Freecycle
- It's Like A Random Act Of Kindness…
- Freecycle: How It Works
- A Fun Way To Pass On Your Old Books
- Kids' Toys Kicked To The Curb
- Tag, You're It… Passalong Some Fun Stuff
- 8 Etiquette Tips For Curbside Freecycling
If you're interested in the Craigslist site that Phil mentioned in the Comments below, it's here. There is some good FREE stuff there as well. And I've found Craigslist to be a great way to find things (like house cleaners) in the local area as well.
Here are 10 alternatives to Freecycle.
I found something in Oprah Magazine ("Take It, It's Free") about how Deron Beal started Freecycle in July 2003:
As an employer of a non-profit recycling center in Tucson, Beal would cart bulky stuff that businesses no longer wanted — disks, fax machines — from charity to charity until he found a taker. He realized this was not the most efficient system, so in July 2003, he started Freecycle.org, a grassroots website open to individuals, charities, and companies in his hometown. The concept was simple: You list your dumpster-destined toaster, and a toaster-needy neighbor arranges to pick it up. In less than 2 years, Freecycle.org has spread through 1,800 cities and more than 40 countries. Now, every day, more than half a million Freecyclers keep 33 tons of good stuff out of landfills.
Freecycle has been in the news a number of times through the years. Here are some of my favorite updates about Freecycle as it exists today:
- A Decade Of Sharing: The Freecycle Network Turns 10
- Freecycle Network Facebook Page
- Freecycle Twitter Page
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What is it?
The progestin implant is a thin plastic tube about the size of a paper matchstick. It is inserted under the skin of your upper arm.
The implant is safe, effective, and easy to use. Once you have it, it works on its own – you don't have to do anything. You can use it while breastfeeding. It's great for many women who can't use birth control pills, patch, or ring.
How does it work?
It prevents pregnancy by releasing a small amount of progestin (a hormone). It works for 3 years. After 3 years, you can get a new implant if you want one.
The implant works better than the pill, the patch, the ring, and the shot. It prevents pregnancy in 99% of women who use it.
How is it inserted?
After numbing your skin, a medical provider inserts the implant under the skin of your upper arm. This takes a few minutes. It is done in the office or clinic.
How is it removed?
A medical provider numbs your skin and makes a small cut to remove the implant. This takes a few minutes. The implant can be removed at any time. It is removed in the office or clinic.
What are the side effects?
The implant causes periods to change. Most women have off-and-on spotting. Spotting may last until the implant is removed. A few women have: mood changes, weight gain, headache, acne, and/or skin changes in the upper arm. Most side effects go away when the implant is removed.
No, it does NOT protect you from sexually transmitted infections. Unless you and your partner have sex only with each other, you should use a condom every time you have sex (even with the implant in place).


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August 8, 2003
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – For the last two weeks Anthony Dunn has been living in his own little twilight zone.
With every new experience has come a twisting new reality.
He is no longer the standout defensive end at the University of Northern Colorado, but merely a rookie free agent on the Tennessee Titans roster trying to play in the National Football League.
"I give myself good chances," Dunn said. "But the vibe I get is not very good. I think I can play with them, but it is hard when you have got coaches giving you the vibe that you are not good enough. It's hard to keep that confidence. That's the main thing I struggle with."
Some of those vibes have been coming from the film room.
During his college days, Dunn used to look forward to watching tape.
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Now, Dunn dreads it like a root canal as the Titans' defensive line coach Jim Washburn drills into him and the other defensive linemen about their performance that day in practice.
"When the doors are shut, it is a whole different world," Dunn said. "I want to take a recorder in there, because nobody will know what it is like until you go into his meetings. It is hell."
This made Dunn wonder if it was all worth it.
His 6-foot-2, 250-pound body hasn't been the same since the first day of practice on July 25, and Dunn has played in pain every time he has taken the field during two-a-days.
But in the end that wasn't enough to get him to pack his bags and come home to Colorado.
"I wanted to go home," Dunn said. "I didn't really know if I wanted to be here. Your body is killing you, and you don't have anything else to motivate you. So I prayed a lot.
"Then one day it just kind of clicked to me that I am here at an NFL camp."
And when that realization sank in, things began to change for Dunn.
The defensive end began to pick himself up and fight a little harder every day in practice.
Now, the once harsh words of criticism from Washburn were beginning to sound like words of encouragement to the rookie.
And his teammates began to notice a difference, too.
"He's miles ahead of when he first got here," said Kevin Carter, a defensive end for the Titans and nine-year NFL veteran. "He's so fast, and he is strong for as undersized as he is. He's got a lot of power in a small body."
Then last Friday, Dunn started to realize the opportunities he had standing in front of him.
During the Titans workout with the Dolphins at Baptist Sports Park in Nashville, Dunn looked down the line of scrimmage and saw Brian Griese behind the center.
"I looked down every time I lined up and just said, `That is Griese,'" Dunn said. "It was just a good feeling. I kind of felt pretty proud. It started to sink in because just last summer I was at UNC, and he was a big time guy walking around. Now, I was lining up being able to go after him."
With the waters of uncertainty behind him, Dunn is ready to take on his first big challenge of an NFL preseason game today at The Coliseum in Nashville against the Cleveland Browns.
"I think I am going to be a little nervous seeing all of those people," Dunn said. "But I think once we start, I will be able to tune it out and go."
Defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz is looking forward to seeing what that gear will look like.
"I am anxious to see him play in the preseason because he has come out here and proved that he is a tough player," Schwartz said. "And he has some pass-rushing abilities."
Hard-nosed defensive line coach Washburn agrees but is realistic about Dunn's chances at succeeding.
"He is just tough as heck," Washburn said. "He's got everything it takes inside to be a player. He's just a guy who is going to have to do everything right to have a place in this league."


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Martha Hunt celebrates the Lark & Berry launch in Cannes
Victoria's Secret model Martha Hunt hopped on-board the Lark & Berry boat in Cannes for the official launch.
Hosted on Justa Delia – our private yacht – Hunt, 29, led the star-studded guest list as celebrations got underway for the unveiling of Lark & Berry's beautiful collections.
In true model spirit, Hunt was thrilled to wear a bold-coloured set from the Dune Collection, found in our Demi Jewellery range. Matching the burnt orange and blue hues of her halter-neck maxi dress, the model showcased a pair of the Sapphire Sun Drop Earrings, boasting a large, cultured yellow sapphire.
Bringing the look together, Hunt also teamed the drop earrings with our mesmerising Blue Ellipse Necklace, featuring 14K yellow gold, blue spinel and a set of Lark & Berry's cultured diamonds.
The US model, Martha Hunt's styling of the Dune jewels for a cocktail party proves these pieces are perfect for occasion wear just as much as beach chic. Whether you're wearing floral patterns or neutral colours, the Dune collection will compliment any mood thanks to its array of striking colours which include, purple, blue and yellow sapphire.
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Lark & Berry have hosted a bevy of fashion industry movers and shakers, including social media influencers like Sandra Hagelstam, also known as 5 Inch and Up, and Katherine Ormerod, founder of Work Work Work.
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In accordance with Ohio Administrative Code 120-1-10 and Rule 8 of the Rules of Superintendence, effective May 16, 2016, the Court adopted the following rules for court appointed counsel. Each attorney will be required to complete a written application for inclusion, review, advancement in qualifications and removal from the appointed counsel list. Each attorney who desires to be included on, advanced or removed from the Court Appointed Counsel list shall submit their application on or before the 30th of June of each year beginning in 2016.
1. The Bailiff shall establish a list of all attorneys that have applied to be included and been approved to be Court Appointed Counsel.
2. The Bailiff shall determine who is qualified to handle the case at bar and shall appoint the attorney's name who appears at the top of the list. Once that attorney is appointed a case, the attorney's name shall be removed from the top of the list and placed at the bottom of the list. The Court wishes to ensure that the appointments are distributed as widely as possible among those qualified for such appointment. However the Court may in the interest of justice select an attorney who is not next on the list, if the Court determines that individual attorney's skill, expertise and experience is particularly well suited for a given case or client. The Court may deviate from the list based on the attorney's management of the current caseload or the attorney's geographical location.
3. The Bailiff shall maintain a record of all appointment of counsel, the qualifications of each counsel to accept cases based upon degree and severity of the charge and a record of each attorney's refusal to accept an appointment. If an attorney refuses to accept an appointment offered by the Court without justifiable cause, the attorney shall be treated as if said attorney did receive the appointment and shall be moved to the bottom of the list. The Court finds that repeated refusals of appointment shall be cause for removal from the Court Appointed Counsel list.
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The Errant Twist
I began spinning this yarn with the intention of making a scarf for my mother. I realized that she wanted it dyed a color of grey/silver, and I had some top just the right color. I could just spin that instead, and skip the dye process. I
abandoned set aside the bobbin of yarn I had already spun in favor of spinning the grey/silver alpaca top. I finally got around to spinning another bobbin of this creme colored alpaca to ply with the one set aside, so I could make a nice two-ply yarn. I plied the two singles into a nice yarn. It looked and felt to me like I had the right amount of twist added to the ply, but I was in for a surprise when I set the twist.
I prefer to dry my yarn without tension when I set the twist, so I unwound this yarn from my bobbin right onto a skein winder. I was able to tie off the skein and throw it into some hot water with a drizzle of Eucalan wool wash. I like its light fragrance, and an added bonus is the lanolin it's enriched with. The alpaca was nice and clean, and since I didn't over do it with the Eucalan there was no need to rinse. I slung the yarn over a wooden clothes dryer rack and allowed it to dry with no tension. I was rather proud of this skein of yarn, and was pondering its possibilities. Once it was all dry, I was shocked by the results. The twist from the ply seemed to "pool" in places. The twist was running into pockets – creating areas with almost too much twist and areas with NO twist – Alternating, over twisted – under twisted. I had no idea what happened to it, or how to fix it.
For some reason I was sure this wouldn't have happened had I allowed it to dry under tension. I took a long piece of yarn with an end in each hand and pulled it taut. The twist evened out and looked the way it did before I set the twist, and when relaxed the twist pooled back into the alternating pockets of too much/too little twist. This confirmed my theory, and in the back of my mind it seemed familiar. I think I may have read something about this on a Facebook group that I'm subscribe to. Someone experiencing this same thing. I know that I didn't have this issue with the last batch of alpaca I spun. I can contribute it to three things; 1) One of the bobbins sat for a year, and with the twist sufficiently rested, I spun the other bobbin with a different amount of twist (I'm not convinced this would cause my problem), or 2) This can be a common issue when spinning pure alpaca, and it should have some tension when drying to avoid it from drawing in and creating alternating pockets of over twist and under twist. 3) I don't ply yarn as well as I think and give myself credit for, however, the yarn didn't look like that when I threw it in the water. I'll take #2 this time.
Fixing this yarn wasn't difficult. I thought about simply putting the yarn under tension and resetting the twist. I didn't trust that it would all go right back into place. I placed it back on the skein winder and ran the yarn back onto the bobbin with my spinning wheel. I did it quickly, trying not to add a lot of twist, but just get it back onto the bobbin, and even out the twist as it wound on. I took it off the bobbin with a PVC niddy noddy and set the twist right on the niddy noddy in my bathtub, and allowed it to dry. Now that it's done, it looks good. No pooling of twist, the yarn has slightly more ply twist than it did originally, but I don't think it has too much. In the future when I spin pure alpaca I'll add a little weight to the skein when it dries. I do remember hanging something light from the skein of alpaca yarn I spun before, and this is probably why it wasn't an issue then. Now I have to think of a color to dye it and a project. I like the natural colors of sheep, alpaca and Angora rabbits so much it can be hard for me to alter it with dye.


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On my way back to the hotel, I stumbled across this crew below! Some of my very favorite colleagues were getting out of their cab. I spent the rest of the day with them, which was very nice. We got them checked into the hotel and headed out for lunch.
|Barbara, Roni, Roxi and Candice.
Then Thursday evening I went to dinner with 9 other designers. That was a lot of fun! It was also probably the last good meal I will have while I'm here! lol
Friday was a very exciting day. It was the official kick off of festivities at the show. I spent the day in seminars, organizing the Press Room and dropping projects off to display cases at the show. My face is all over the place...on all sorts of signage for events I am participating in. It is fantastic exposure.
One of those events was the Designer Round Table Discussions. There I moderated a table on Confidentiality Agreements. The event went well (and really fast) and was very well attended. After that it was off to the Welcome Reception in South Hall. I caught up with even more friends and was really pleased to see that, indeed, the canvas that I donated to the silent auction was prominently on display.
|Here are some of the canvases and the story behind them.
|There were about 16 of us who participated in this round robin, but only 10 of us who decided to donate our canvases.
|Here is the signage that is being displayed with our canvases. It explains them and each of our pictures are on it.
|Even though I added an element to each canvas, this one I started. I love how it came out and I may very well bid on it!
|Here I am with Marisa Pawelko. She was gracious enough to organize getting these pieces into the auction as well as all the publicity.
I also got to hang out with a few of the designers, some of whom I was meeting for the first time and others who I look forward to seeing twice a year!
|Me and Laura Bray.
|Here I am with Suzann Sladick Wilson.
|Roxi Phillips, Beth Watson, Suzann Sladick Wilson, Vicki O'Dell and Laura Bray.
|I joined the crew this time!
Of course, I ran into a few of my favorite friends there. Here I am with Cindi Bisson. She is a dear friend. We have worked together for years. As a matter of fact, she and I will be working together most of the weekend with When Creativity Knocks where she is Associate Producer.
We will be doing make and takes at Elmers and Craftwell. Make and takes are always fun to do because you meet so many people.
Of course, I have to introduce you to Keri Cunningham....she is our rock over at CHA. Keri is nothing short of amazing and is our direct contact at CHA. She helps out with organizing events for designers like Craft Studio and the Designer Showcase. I know she has been a great help to me personally as she is always there to answer a question.
Plus whenever I see her, she has a smile on her face.
Which leads me to today! Today is Saturday...and the show floor officially opens. I'm getting myself together shortly for what will surely be an exciting and long day. I will be able to get some pictures and walk around the show floor somewhat this afternoon. My first stop, however, will be to the Keynote address where Nick Bilton, lead technology writer at the New York Times, will be speaking. Then....the show floor opens.....
Artfully yours,