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"No matter how trapped you are, know this: there is always an exit," Michael H. Brown writes in his latest book, A Life of Blessings.
In the material world, such a statement is not always true but in the spiritual, it is. For sometimes, even death is the escape since it is not the end but a new beginning. But between birth and death, for most of us, there are many days to navigate. In A Life of Blessings, Brown lays out the tools and inspiration to find our way through this life with a sense of entitlement. Not the self-centered variety but the entitlement that comes from being an heir of Christ.
This book is a contrast to today's New Age books that promote the ability to control your own destiny. Brown promises even more: miracles, joy, forgiveness, success, freedom, a good sense of humor…. He says everything is there for the asking and none of it is magic.
What is the catch? Miracles are as much a part of life as crosses and of equal value. So, while anything is possible, as Christians, there is the understanding that ultimately God calls the shots and our holiness demands that we take the good with the bad. Everything is based on God's promises as given to us through the Bible.
Spiritual Psychology
Each of the forty-six chapters offers encouragement. Pitfalls of the human condition are identified such as, stress, harassment from evil, emotional baggage, inner turmoil, lack of faith, fear, unforgiveness, and antagonists. Using the teachings and promises of Christ, Brown turns them into sound bites of spiritual psychology. For example:
- Keeping our mouths shut opens the Kingdom of Heaven.
- God designed the world so that our greatest joy is closeness to Him.
- Anxiety solves nothing and spoils everything.
- Handled well, suffering leads to resurrection.
- When you hit rock bottom, then you have located a foundation on which to build.
- God's a builder and sometimes that involves demolition.
- He never said life would be easy, just worth it!
- Stop marching to the beat of the enemy.
- What blinds, binds.
I originally came across Brown when I read his first book Love Canal and the Poisoning of America, about the impact of toxic chemicals on the community in Love Canal, New York, whose residents had to abandon their homes in 1980. It was a reading assignment for me while I attended graduate school. At the time, I was an uninformed Catholic and Brown was not practicing his Catholic faith. He had achieved prominence as a writer and speaker. It was in the early 1980s, while writing a book about the Mafia for Simon & Schuster; he experienced a dramatic return to his Catholic faith.
It was a delight to meet again on the other side of our reversions. Some of his earlier books (He's published 25 in all) helped to fuel the flames of my faith many years ago. He inspires and informs many through his is popular Catholic website, "Spirit Daily" with news from around the world of topics ranging from the mystical and spiritual to the political and physical phenomena.
In A Life of Blessings Brown reminds us clearly that Jesus stated many times that God would answer our prayers — "Knock and the door will be opened…Whatever you ask the Father in my name it will be granted, Seek and you shall find…." Brown challenges us to believe and be bold enough to ask for even big miracles. To encourage such confidence, he includes real life stories from his own life and others as examples of answered prayers and touches with the Divine.
To those uninitiated in faith and miracles, it would seem that Brown promises the world. In reality, he is merely reiterating what Jesus has already taught and shown us — everything in the world is possible and everything in heaven is attainable. Ultimately, aligning ourselves with God will empower us beyond our imaginations and strengthen us for the journey.
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Learn the Mogreet MMS API with GUI API Construction Tool
Hands on, interactive tools are proving to be the most useful way to learn about an API--empowering users to see it in action, and witness the value it delivers. Many companies are doing this by providing API explorers, consoles, interactive documentation and other hands-on tools that allow you to see how any API actually functions and learn about the API in realtime.
One of the latest companies to do this is MMS API provider Mogreet, which has stepped into the API explorer game with their own API tester allowing anyone to visually build an API call that sends multimedia messages, as well as take advantage of the 25 other methods available via the API platform.
The API tester is available for all users via the developer dashboard, providing a hands on way to learn about the Mogreet API, all available endpoints, understand which parameters are required or optional, experiment with alternatives and quickly make the calls and see the result, understanding the value and operations before you get to work coding around the API.
While I think using an API explorer like Apigee's can provide value, but I also recommend rolling your own toolkits that might speak specifically to your target audience. I think a standard API console or explorer can help developers understand the operations of an API, but I think the right GUI tool can help any user understand the potential your API offers. Which might make the difference between an integration project getting funded or not, with decision makers properly understanding how your API can be put to use.
Nice work Mogreet team!

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ASU Electronic Theses and Dissertations
This collection includes most of the ASU Theses and Dissertations from 2011 to present. ASU Theses and Dissertations are available in downloadable PDF format; however, a small percentage of items are under embargo. Information about the dissertations/theses includes degree information, committee members, an abstract, supporting data or media.
In addition to the electronic theses found in the ASU Digital Repository, ASU Theses and Dissertations can be found in the ASU Library Catalog.
Dissertations and Theses granted by Arizona State University are archived and made available through a joint effort of the ASU Graduate College and the ASU Libraries. For more information or questions about this collection contact or visit the Digital Repository ETD Library Guide or contact the ASU Graduate College at firstname.lastname@example.com.
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- Complexity
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- 1 Ecological Systems Theory
- 1 Educational Innovation
- 1 Educational leadership
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- 1 Hope Theory
- 1 Participatory Action Research
- Mobile Crowd Sensing in Edge Computing Environment
- The Effect of Disability on Subjective Well-Being across the Adult Lifespan: The Moderating Roles of Age at Disability Onset and Disability Type
- Mechanically Active Heterogeneous Polymer Matrix Composites
- Attribute-Based Encryption for Fine-Grained Access Control over Sensitive Data
- 并购背景下教育行业品牌价值研究
Students may be situated within complex systems that are nested within each other. This complexity may also envelope institutional structures that lead to the socio-economic reification of student post-secondary opportunities by obscuring positive goals. This may be confounded by community misunderstandings about the changed world that students are entering. These changes include social and economic factors that impact personal and economic freedoms, our ability to live at peace, and the continuing trend of students graduating high school underprepared. Building on previous cycles of action research, this multi-strand mixed-methods study examined the effects of the innovation of the I am College …
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Show Your Child That You Love and Support Him
Children will make mistakes as they test boundaries and explore their growing independence. By showing your child you support him even when your child makes mistakes, you're showing him that you're reliable and a constant comfort, which will help him not to be afraid to try something new and make mistakes again in the future.
Teach Your Child to Save Money
If your child wants a new toy or video game, make him save up money for the toy himself. By late elementary school they are capable of doing small tasks for an allowance. your child may also get money from relatives and friends for birthdays or other holidays. Teaching him to save that money for something your child really wants will help him learn to make decisions to reach those goals. This also teaches him responsibility and some financial literacy as well.
Help Your Child With Decision-Making Strategies
Parent-child interactions are the foundation of your child's social development, and when you are responsive to your child's needs and provide their with the freedom to make decisions on their own, they are more likely to be successful in social situations. Share with your child an important choice you made in the past, and together, break down the steps that you took to reach that decision. You may even want to write it out so you can both look at it, including a list of the pros and cons of that decision. Advise your child that next time they have a tough decision to make, your child can try to brainstorm a lot of options and then use a pros and cons list to help their reach a conclusion. These kinds of conversations will help you gain a better understanding of your child's thought process, and it will allow their to see the logic and steps involved in making well-informed and thoughtful decisions.
Point Out When Your Child Makes Good Decisions
Often, children don't realize they are making decisions at all. For example, if your child decides to read a book instead of fighting with their sibling over the remote control, tell their that you noticed your child not only made a choice to avoid conflict with their sibling, but also one that will help their academically. Praising good choices can encourage your child to continue making those decisions in the future. Additionally, make sure to take time to discuss your child's day. Look for ways to highlight positive decisions your child made and talk about why your child made the choices your child did.
Talk Through Problems, Logical Consequences, and Resolutions
Point out that there are often several ways to solve a problem. For example, if your child is having a hard time with a classmate during recess, you can talk with their about ways your child can approach the classmate and what the potential outcomes of the conversation could be. Additionally, if your child is falling behind on their homework, you can talk through ways to remedy this. For instance, your child could set aside time after dinner to continue working, your child could skip an extracurricular activity until they are caught up, or your child could decide not to do anything at all. You can help their talk through the different consequences of missing a favorite TV show, missing their friends or falling further behind and running the risk of failing a class. It becomes apparent rather quickly that the best option would be to set aside more time at night, and you can help guide their to the decision that will benefit their the most.
5th Grade Responsible Decision-Making Skills
As your child becomes more independent, they will be faced with making more decisions on their own.
Teach Your Child Environmental Responsibility
Teach your child environmental responsibility. Taking a responsible role in society and learning how their actions affect others is a good way for your child to practice their decision-making skills. For example, try recycling or conserving energy. Talk with your child about how bettering the environment helps others. Then work together to come up with a plan for how you can help conserve energy or encourage recycling in your home. It shows your child how small everyday decisions and actions can make an impact in the larger world.
Take Part in a Service Project Together
Ask your child to plan a service project in which your family can help out in the local community. It can be volunteering at the local food bank, gathering items for a clothing drive, or spending time reading to the elderly at a local nursing home. By finding ways to translate the lesson of responsibility into action, you are helping to raise a more accountable and trustworthy child.


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It was High Noon on the news wires as Speakress Nancy "cheeks-like-a-snaredrum" Pelosi circulated a candy-floss and butterflies account of her private meet-up with Benedetto XVI. She thought she'd aced him with her blistering overhead serve and the accompanying Monica Seles grunt -- but His Holiness parried with a bullet-like backhand into the far court of public opinion.
Following the General Audience, the Holy Father briefly greeted Mrs. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, together with her entourage. His Holiness took the opportunity to speak of the requirements of the natural moral law and the Church's consistent teaching on the dignity of human life from conception until natural death, which enjoin all Catholics, and especially legislators, jurists, and those responsible for the common good of society, to work in cooperation with all men and women of good will in creating a just system of laws capable of protecting human life at all stages of development.Whoooosh.
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George Weigel wonders aloud, "Were They at the Same Meeting?" Good question.
I could not but dance.


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Summer "Hair Game" Tips
- Although tempting on a hot day, NO PONYTAILS! Summer time is the perfect time to be CREATIVE .. so style your hair in a cute bun/updo style. Check/Like our Facebook for some styles from KLP! We will be placing pics of all the 30 styles in 30 days to our page!
- DRINK WATER! Stay hydrated.. Remember water is great for you (no bueno if you pass out) and for your hair.
- Wash regularly and rotate moisture products into your regimen... My hair personally drys out sooo much quicker during the summer months...So, I must stay on my moisturizing and sealing regimen..and ensure that I am protecting my strands. Every season brings a new...reason.. lol basically know your hair during the changing seasons.
- Sunscreen ... lol..hey! Some people forget..but you still tan lol however, we should all protect our skin!
- NO HEAT #FTW? .. Summer time brings the temptation of flat irons, curling irons and everything with heat...try your best to limit your heat usage and when necessary (a hot date! maybe) make sure you are protecting your hair! I love using my chi silk infusion as a heat protectant and I also use a dab of Kiwi Coloreflector Blow Serum (Review shall come) or Redken Smooth Lock Heat Glide (recently started using this...review coming)
How do you protect your hair against the heat/humidty!?
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By using a single system in which all financial data is stored, a construction enterprise can increase velocity while reducing risk. By using COINS Construction Cloud , businesses can decide exactly what information they need and design their finance system around their needs.
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Healthy Living Revolution Live Video Replay
Doctor Richard E. DuBois
Dr. Richard DuBois
TITLE OF TALK: Wheatbelly & Gluten
AIR DATE: Sunday, April 30 at 4:00 p.m. EST
Doctor Richard E. DuBois is a Board Certified physician of Infectious Diseases who has retired from a very active private practice in Atlanta, Georgia where he had been since 1968.
His career is highlighted by many awards, honors, and proclamations of prestige from his colleagues.
He is the past president of the Georgia Society of Internal Medicine and of the Infectious Diseases Society of Georgia. He is the past president of the Medical Association of Atlanta. He was the medical director of the first maximum containment treatment facility for the Centers for Disease Control.
He has held national medical offices and published many manuscripts in peer reviewed medical journals.
He has been selected by his peers as one of the "Best Doctors in America" every year since 1994.
In surveys by Atlanta Magazine, the doctors of Atlanta chose Dr. DuBois as the doctor they would choose for their own care if they themselves were sick with an infectious disease including HIV.
He has been awarded the Award of Excellence in Teaching at Atlanta Medical Center where he was chosen as the "Most Valuable Physician" and re-elected for eight years as Chief of Internal Medicine. He was a medical staff member there for 36 years.
His retirement from active medical practice has allowed him to accept the position of Medical Advisor for Research at the Juice Plus+ Company®.


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If you live in beautiful North Hempstead, NY and have carpets, then Carpet Cleaning North Hempstead should be your next call. North Hempstead is known for its high quality of life, partially due to the summer season when the beach is the place to be.
Family outings playing in the sand and water are wonderful occasions and coming home to a nice clean home is a great comfort after such a long day. While wet bathing suits and icky sandy towels ought to go straight to the wash bend, we all know they often end up on the floor. While you might not notice it, this moisture, and the bacteria located within the sand particles, are wrecking havoc to your carpet's quality and durability.
Carpet Cleaning North Hempstead offers several carpet cleaning services which are guaranteed to sanitize your carpets and disinfect them from bacterial exposure.
We love the beach too, but we at Carpet Cleaning North Hempstead want to educate our community members about risks of leaving wet items on the floor. Such areas are known to be breeding areas for mold and mildew.
If mold or mildew develops in your home, the cost of repair is magnified. Don't' wait until it's too late. Call Carpet Cleaning New Hempstead today and find out about our carpet cleaning services and don't forget to ask about our specials!


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Fast Garlic Peeling
Peeling garlic is a messy and tedious process. Or is it? Let the food and travel magazine Saveur and their editor Todd Coleman show you a much better and manlier way to do the job.
Daft Punk & Coca Cola
After the first set of bottles, here is the new collaboration of Coca-Cola the unique group Daft Punk. Created by dressing two bottles with precious metals, like their cap: gold and silver. All limited to 20 signed copies.
Big Daddy Nerf Gun
The Big Daddy Nerf Gun ($300) is crafted from wood planks that were part of a 75-year-old chair and hand-riveted aluminum, and sports a working scope. It holds 10 whistler Nerf darts and all the dreams of your steam-powered childhood.
Japanese Restaurant Serves World's Largest Sushi
The Umewaka Restaurant in Anjo City, Japan serves the "Generous Roll", a futomaki that weighs more than 13 lbs. and has a diameter of almost 8″. The cost? About $200.
Rubber bookshelves
Luke Hart created these rubber bookshelves for The Sculpture House. They have the delightful impracticality of all the everyday objects crafted from rubber that appear in old Warner Brothers cartoons, and the bright red coloring is an especially nice touch.
Cat Scratch
If you buy your cat just one toy this year, please let it be this one! This latest SUCK UK creation is the cat scratching DJ Box.
The design of the Cat Scratch is even true to a real-life DJ turntable. The tone arm for example and the base has been designed to replicate the real deal. To that effect, the deck completely spins as the cat attacks it with its nails. The Cat Scratch retails for £15.99
Oui Fm Campaign
Here is the new print campaign for Oui Radio , devised by the the photographer Matthew Raffard. A new baseline "Rock is here to change your life" to announce that the station now broadcasts in Province,France.


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Klaus McGhie, Mitech's Managing Director.
"I have more than 18 years of experience as an engineer and a thorough appreciation of just what it takes to keep vital equipment functioning perfectly in our challenging environment."
"It's my aim to ensure that the people and businesses of Mt Isa can find the perfect solution right here when they need to Put Air and Water to Work."
"It's also my commitment that we service what we sell. When that equipment needs preventative maintenance, or upgrading or repair we pride ourselves on the prompt attention that our spares and service facilities enable us to provide."
"I also enjoy the challenges that our industrial customers bring us from time to time, when they have a specific problem that needs a customised solution. It's then that the engineering expertise that we've acquired over the years really kicks in, and we've never failed to come up with a solution yet."
"We welcome every enquiry when it comes to Putting Air and Water to Work.""
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Amp Converter Cord for La Spaziale and Izzo Alex Duetto Espresso Machines
Need to convert your La Spaziale Vivaldi or Izzo Alex Duetto espresso machine from 20 amps to 15 amps? This exclusive Amp Converter Cord for La Spaziale and Izzo Alex Duetto Espresso Machines will easily do just that — simply follow the steps we've listed below and you're good to go.
How the Amp Converter Cord Works
- Remove the cover of the espresso machine
- Flip the toggle switch from 20 amps to 15 amps
- Plug the machine's cord into the female end of the adapter
- Plug the male end into your 15 amp outlet
- Note: This adapter cannot be effectively used on the Vivaldi or any other 20 amp machine in a 15 amp outlet without first converting the internal functionality of the machine to operate at 15 amps, so be sure to flip the Vivaldi's toggle switch first
- If you need to switch to 20 amp in the future, simply toggle the switch back to 20 amp and remove the adapter
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As part of its commitment to improving the eye health of all Australians, OPSM has developed a free app to help people get a better understanding of their vision. The OPSM Eye Check App is a fast and simple way to check your vision and help you determine whether you should get your eyes tested, taking just two-three minutes to complete. The app takes users through a series of screenings selected by OPSM's optometrists for Near Distance, Contrast Sensitivity, Distance Vision, Astigmatism and Colour Vision. The innovative app helps users gauge if they have an issue with any of these areas of their vision and book an eye test at their local OPSM store directly from the app.
The new OPSM Eye Check App is available to download for free from the iTunes App Store or Google Play.
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"Do not fear, only believe." (Mark 5: 36)
Do you ever feel as though on your walk through life that you are taking two steps forward, one step back? Or even on some occasions, one step forward and two steps back? Life is often so random as we strive to move to the next positive thing we wish to experience. We can easily get discouraged and give up. The gospel writer Mark quotes Jesus as saying, "Do not fear, only believe."
Okay, I know you are thinking, well that's not always easily said in the midst of our "stuff." And that is true. Those two steps back and one step forward times can be pretty discouraging. However, what I have come to believe is that even when life seems to be taking one or two steps backward, and we seem to be loosing ground toward our goal, that God is still a God who is right where we are at every moment. These are times when some inner reflection and self-examination can be helpful as we seek to take that next step forward. Maybe we can use this time to decide what our next decision should be, or just to say to God, "Okay, I know you are here with me, so you tell me what to do next." You want to know something? God will let you know. It could be that you are not ready for the next forward step, or maybe the direction of that next step needs to be reconsidered. Or maybe you need to catch your breath, or "catch your faith." What we can know is that we need never fear for God is walking with us, directing us.
Turning within and finding God (our finding, God is ALWAYS right there waiting our awareness of the Divine Presence) allows us to regroup and get back on track. Sit in the quiet with God, let God wash over you with renewed positive energy and Light. Just sit, in the quiet. See the Light moving through your body washing away any negative emotions, hurt, anger or fear. See the Light connecting with each and every cell, molecule and atom in your very being. The Light awakens the inner being so it is firmly and clearly at one with all that is Perfect Spirit. In this new realization of your connection with Spirit/God/Light, know, affirm for yourself, and believe, that God is giving you all the insights and knowledge you need for what is next. You may not consciously understand the message at that very moment, but knowing you have received the message opens a space for it to come into your conscious awareness just when you need it. Spirit/God is with us in our steps forward, and our steps back. Each step has a message for us. Letting God reveal that message can change your life.
"Do not fear, only believe." Hold on to the vision you have been given (the one given to you by God). Keep your gaze on what you truly wish to experience, knowing that God will get you there, even when your steps take a different direction than you expected.
Affirmation: "Healing light moves through me and out into the world today to anoint each new step I take."
Rev. Jefferson Beeker
We live our lives one thought at a time. Let each of those thoughts really count for something wonderful.
Be prepared to change your thinking and change your life.
Join us for worship at Church In Bethesda each Sunday at 11 AM. You will be inspired, challenged, blessed and filled with positive inspiration for your each bright and exciting tomorrow. This wonderful congregation, just outside of Washington, D.C. in suburban Maryland, is a dynamic witness to the community of God's unconditional love, grace and reconciliation. This church stands as a beacon of light for new hope and possibility that through Christ's welcoming, unconditional and inclusive embrace, we can all experience a deep and meaningful relationship with Spirit/God, as well as with one another. An open and affirming congregation, all are welcome to join in this amazing ministry. We are located at 5033 Wilson Lane, Bethesda, Maryland, just off Old Georgetown Road, in the heart of downtown Bethesda. http://www.churchinbethesda.org
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- Round-trip economy class airfare from four Canada gateway cities to New York (JFK) or Washington (IAD)
- Round-trip economy class airfare from New York (JFK) or Washington (IAD) to Cape Town via Johannesburg
- Applicable domestic flights within South Africa
- Four nights in a Luxury Room at The Table Bay Hotel (Cape Town)
- Three nights in a Chalet room at Jackalberry Lodge (Thornybush Game Reserve)
- Seven breakfasts, four lunches and four dinners, including one dinner at Camissa Brasserie at The Table Bay Hotel
- Cape Winelands Tour with wine and olive oil tasting in the Franschhoek Valley
- Cape Peninsula Tour with Table Mountain ticket (Costco member benefit)
- Game drives as specified in itinerary
- Services of qualified English-speaking guides, drivers, rangers and trackers
- Transportation in deluxe vehicles
- Entrance fees for sightseeing as indicated
- Lion World Travel representative meet and greet upon arrival
Day 1
Depart on your flight (from applicable Canada gateway cities) to New York, NY (JFK) or Washington D.C. (IAD) to connect with your international South African Airways flight to Cape Town, South Africa via Johannesburg.
Day 2
On arrival at Johannesburg's Oliver Tambo International Airport's Central Terminal Building, collect your luggage and then clear immigration and customs. Recheck your bags for your domestic flight to Cape Town.
Upon arrival at Cape Town Airport, you'll be met by a Lion World Travel representative and transferred to your hotel.
The gracious Table Bay Hotel is situated in Cape Town's famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront with its array of wonderful shops, restaurants, and bars, and is conveniently positioned against the stunning backdrop of the working harbour, Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean. The exclusively designed guest rooms are welcoming, stylish and comfortable.
All rooms are fully air-conditioned and include Wi-Fi access, universal plug adaptor sockets and 24-hour room service. There are a number of restaurants and bars on-site as well as a Spa and a heated swimming pool.
No meals included today.
Overnight accommodations: The Table Bay Hotel in a Luxury Room.
Day 3
After an early breakfast you will be met by your guide for today's tour to the exquisite Franschhoek Valley in the beautiful mountains of the Cape Winelands.
The first stop is at La Bourgogne Wine Farm which was among the first Huguenot farms proclaimed in 1694. Here you will enjoy an olive oil, olive and seasonal fruit preserve tasting. This is a working farm producing quality wines, fruit and olive oils from their approximately 2,500 olive trees.
Next, head to the renowned Haute Cabrière Vineyard Estate located in a picturesque setting in Franschhoek and steeped in rich history. The estate was started over 300 years ago by Huguenot settlers from France, and primarily grows Chardonnay and Pinot Noir varietals. It's time to taste their wines while enjoying the breathtakingly extraordinary views from the tasting room.
La Petite Dauphine, internationally known for their exceptional cuisine is where you will enjoy a set menu lunch with wine pairing at Café Bon Bon.
You'll then have some free time to explore the quaint little town of Franschhoek before returning back to Cape Town in the late afternoon. Franschhoek is known as the gourmet capital of South Africa. Here, visitors are spoiled with a wide range of award-winning restaurants and wine producers amid spectacular settings of mountains, fynbos (local unique vegetation) and, of course, vineyards. Franschhoek offers a variety of boutiques, specialty retail shops, art galleries, and a market.
After a wonderful day enjoying the sights, sounds and tastes of the Winelands, you'll be transferred back to your hotel to enjoy a late afternoon at leisure.
During your stay you will enjoy a complimentary dinner at the Camissa Brasserie restaurant at the Table Bay Hotel. The Camissa Brasserie restaurant offers a superb dining experience in one of Cape Town's most beautiful settings.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight accommodations: The Table Bay Hotel in a Luxury Room.
Day 4
After breakfast today, you will depart to Table Mountain, the most iconic landmark of South Africa. Take a cable car ride up to the top of Table Mountain (subject to weather conditions) to enjoy the magnificent view of the Cape. The main feature of Table Mountain is the level plateau from one side to the other, edged by impressive cliffs. The plateaus flanked by Devil's Peak and by Lion's Head, form a dramatic backdrop to Cape Town. Table Mountain is often covered by clouds to form the so-called "table cloth" of cloud. Not only is Table Mountain a scenic photograph background or a place from where you can take a breathtaking photos of Cape Town, there are about 2,200 species of plants and 1,470 floral species found there.
After marveling at the awesome views, you will depart on a Cape Peninsula Tour. On this tour you'll see why the area earned the name of The Fairest Cape. Sit back and relax as you drive along the exquisite stretch of coastline known as Millionaire's Paradise—from Clifton to Camps Bay, to the exclusive beach hamlet of Llandudno and toward the charming working harbour of Hout Bay. If you choose, you can embark on an up-close-and-personal Seal Island cruise (own expense).
The tour then winds its way along the legendary Chapman's Peak Drive, hugging the cliffs and offering breathtaking ocean views. After a stop for lunch (own expense), visit the wild and beautiful Cape of Good Hope Section of Table Mountain National Park, an integral part of the world-renowned Cape Floral Kingdom. You'll have the opportunity to ride the Flying Dutchman funicular (own expense) to the old lighthouse for awe-inspiring views.
Finally, the tour makes its way back along the coast toward the city, visiting the historic naval port of Simon's Town and the endearing African penguin colony at Boulders Beach. The African Penguin used to be called a "jackass" penguin because its call is similar to that of a braying donkey!
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight accommodations: The Table Bay Hotel in a Luxury Room.
Day 5
Today is at leisure. To enhance your Cape Town experience, consider a sightseeing tour. A Lion World expert will be happy to consult on tours that may suit your interests.
A visit to historic Robben Island (own expense) is a poignant and moving experience to see where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned.
Explore the many attractions in and around the city, or simply relax on the fashionable beaches of Camps Bay or Clifton.
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight accommodations: The Table Bay Hotel in a Luxury Room.
Day 6
Today you'll be transferred from your hotel to Cape Town Airport in time for your scheduled flight to Johannesburg. Here you'll connect with your flight to Hoedspruit to begin your dream safari experience.
Upon arrival at Hoedspruit Airport, you'll be met and transferred to the beautiful Jackalberry Lodge in Thornybush Game Reserve. The lodge offers genuine African hospitality and understated luxury in this pristine location on the edge of the Kruger National Park, one of the world's premier "Big Five" game viewing areas.
The accommodations create a restful ethnic ambience in harmony with nature. Attention to detail and true South African hospitality will leave you with a real sense of a safari in Africa. The comfortable chalet-style rooms each have their own en-suite bathroom with separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, hair dryers, and slippers. All rooms include minibars, coffee/tea makers, safes and phones. Each chalet is fully air-conditioned and has its own private patio from which one can enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Your first game drive is scheduled for this afternoon. Upon arrival, you'll have time to freshen up and meet your ranger over afternoon tea before setting off in search of wildlife! Make sure your camera is charged, you never know what you will encounter!
Each day on safari brings a new experience. Perhaps you'll see a leopard lounging in a tree or you may be lucky to follow a lion on the hunt or even watch a herd of elephants come down to the river to drink and play. There is no way to know exactly what the safari experience will bring from day to day but it will definitely be memorable!
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Overnight accommodations: Jackalberry Lodge in a Chalet room.
Day 7
Your day begins early. Waking up at 5am will be worth it! The freshly brewed coffee and tea with rusks (South African version of biscotti), fruit and muffins will prepare you for this morning's game drive.
It is amazing what your skilled ranger and tracker can pick up – from lions submerged in grass to chameleons in trees – often within a few yards of the vehicle. Since this is a Big Five reserve, seeing lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo is possible. This is also home to an abundance of wildlife including zebra, giraffe, antelope and wildebeest. After an exhilarating search for tracks to see what the animals have been up to during the night, and tracking down wildlife in the bush, you will stop for a break of hot drinks and snacks, and a chance to stretch your legs.
Continue your game drive en route back to the lodge for a hearty breakfast that awaits you on your return.
After breakfast, you may enjoy a bush walk close to the camp accompanied by a ranger and tracker. Walks allow you a better chance to see some of the smaller creatures of the bush as well as an opportunity to learn more about the flora and fauna of the region and to have a chance to follow tracks in more detail. Spend the afternoon at camp enjoying the tranquility of the bush or perhaps enjoy a siesta to make up for your early wake-up call.
In the late afternoon everyone gathers for high tea, before heading out with your ranger and tracker for the afternoon game drive through the reserve. The game drive extends into the evening to view seldom seen nocturnal species by torchlight. This is when the nocturnal animals come to life and the lions go out on their hunt! Once again, you will take a break somewhere out in the bush, in a scenic spot to watch a magnificent African sunset while sipping a sundowner (cocktails at sunset).
You will return to lodge for a delicious dinner, in the outdoor boma or possibly a dinner in the bush.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Overnight accommodation: Jackalberry Lodge in a Chalet room.
Day 8
Your wilderness experience begins today with another early start. You are accompanied by your experienced game rangers, who will provide interesting information and anecdotes about the inhabitants of the bush. Each safari game drive is an opportunity to discover something new. While seeing big game is always exhilarating, there are many other smaller species that are just as captivating.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Overnight accommodations: Jackalberry Lodge in a Chalet room.
Day 9
After an early morning game drive to track the animals that may have eluded you so far, return to the lodge for breakfast. You'll then be transferred to Hoedspruit Airport for your flight back to Johannesburg where you'll connect with your scheduled international South African Airways flight back to the United States and then connect with your flight back to Canada.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Day 10
Return home with a lifetime of memories!
†All non-South African passport holders are required to have at least two, entirely blank (unstamped) visa pages (i.e. one side of such a page not front and back thereof) in their passport, each time entry is sought into South Africa. These pages are in addition to the endorsement/amendment pages at the back of the passport. South Africa government regulations prohibit airlines from boarding passengers without the required blank visa pages. Passports must be valid for a minimum of six months after the intended date of departure.
It is recommended that visitors take anti-malaria medication prior to arrival in South Africa. For the most current worldwide health information, consult your family physician or visit the Travel Health & Safety division of the Government of Canada official website at http://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety. You'll find information on recent outbreaks, required vaccinations, safe food and water tips, insect protection, illness and injury abroad, and more.
For information on travel abroad, including potential alerts and warnings, visit the official website for the Government of Canada, Travel Advice and Advisories at https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories.


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I hate when we have Mondays off because it basically throws off the rest of my week. Right now I was sitting here wondering why I'm getting so many Pushbullet allerts for Google Inc. apk related updates from APK Mirror and it clicked, it's Wednesday! There hasn't been much news this week, but last week there was enough after my weekly post that I can now write about.
But first I have something to force all of you through.
I've had that song in my head since Saturday and I'll be damned if I'm going to have that lovely ear worm in there all alone. If I'm going down I'm taking everyone with me! Let the record show I've been listening almost non-stop to July Talk for going on over three weeks now. No clue why, but I'm in love with every single one of their songs. I highly recommend all of them, but the other ones in my head lately have been Paper Girl and Summer Dress. (And of course The Garden and Guns + Ammunition are staples of "things you'll hear bangishotyou singing LOUDLY around the house at random on any given day".) I for one have officially forgiven Canada for Justin Beiber thanks to them giving me July Talk. Canadians, you're all forgiven!
And now it is time to get this show on the road.
Google Search has been massively updated!
For those unaware, Google has updated their logo and naturally that has resulted in various Google apps being updated to showcase the new Sans Serif look of things.
The change itself rolled out a week ago today to the Google Search (and thus Google now) app as well. (For those who haven't seen the update for whatever reason can pick it up from here. Don't know what version you need? Just ask and myself or someone else will help you out.)
You can see how things look in a few quick screenshots below.
Yes, I know I go through seemingly a different wallpaper every time I post a screenshot. Icon pack as well. What do you want from me?! I have a problem! I'm using the new Fresh Icon Pack ($0.99) by Stealthychief on my homescreen, before anyone has to ask. It's actually really sweet looking, if currently rather limited in apps it themes. However, it's focusing on popularity over requests. So popular apps are getting themed before anything else, or even before they start taking requests to be honest.
So there you have it. Not really much to write about. It's just a new look based on the new logo.
No weekly post will be complete between now and THE BIG DAY without Nexus related news
Yet again more pics have leaked of the upcomoing LG made Nexus. I'm not calling it a Nexus 5 until that is confirmed as its name. In pre-birth a device does not have a name. In death we can go ahead and just call it Robert Paulsen.
Images from AndroidPit, obviously.
And for the sake of reminding you all yet again about the specs: Snapdragon 808, 3 GB of RAM, 5.2" 1080p display, 16 and 32 GB internal storage, 2,700mAh non-removable battery, and will be available in white, black, and blue.
Plus we've still got that official but not official September 29th announcement date that was first reported by CNET.
Everyone excited about this damn phone, please, raise their hands. [puts up hand]
Ohai, Pandora is having a "Listener Love Day" today.
You get ad free music today! And you get ad free music today! And everyone gets ad free music and bees today!
I'm kidding about the bees thing. Not the ad free music though.
Pandora is celebrating the fact that they've been around for a decade. Holy shit, they've been around for a decade?! I'd ask where I've been for the past decade because I honestly don't remember them having been around for that long but there are some pretty sizable gaps in the past decade for me. Don't ask questions. You don't want to be called upon as a witness against me in court some day.
Also, they're introducing a new Pandora One Day Pass.
What is a Day Pass? Everyone here who doesn't use Pandora raise their hand. [raises hand] Well, for people like me that's a pass where you pay $0.99 for the day to have 24 hours of ad free streaming music. So if you don't care for Pandora for whatever reason (i.e. you've used it and despite giving a thumbs down to certain songs they end up playing anyway on stations they shouldn't have ever played on in the first place!) but the people in your life refuse to let you introduce them to anything else (because they're dinosaurs who refuse to change!) then you can go with that option in lieu of paying the monthly fees for a service you'll make almost no use of. Pandora Day Passes officially launch tomorrow, which is September 10th for those who are as calendar challenged as I am.
Of course I have an argument borrowed and prepared in my own defense of why I suck at keeping track of time. "Time is an illusion. Lunchtime, doubly so."
Moto X Force!
Before anyone feels the need to make jokes, myself and two others on reddit already beat you to them.
This isn't a Liefield X-Force because it doesn't have any pouches. Then again you can't see its feet...
I'd link to the GSM Arena report mentioned in the post but basically what you see in the screenshot is what it says, that and the price tag of around $628.
That's all for today cause I'm gonna go play DuckTales Remastered
Finally got the WiFi in the office working again and that 30 Mbps down connection is perfect for downloading games I've purchased and getting to play them rather quickly.
If anything interesting pops up throughout the day and before I leave I will add it below this part of the post.
Everyone take care and always remember: The world would be a much better place if ferrets were allowed to just do their things all around us at will. Sure, we'd all be losing things rather quickly but imagine the treasures we'd find when we discovered each ferret's respective stash spots!


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Charles Leon Fantroy Jr. was born and raised in Washington D.C. His journey through the trenches of a Federal Penitentiary started at seventeen years old. He honed and practiced his writing skills during his years of incarceration behind the four walls of Leavenworth, as a way to express himself. Now at the conscious age of thirty six, he has finally perfected his true passion, which is to share his rhythmical array of completed poems, fictional novels, as well as full length movie scripts. He has continued to educate himself in completing eighteen months at Stratford University as a certified internet specialist. Charles Leon Fantroy Jr. is soon to be released from prison where he looks to delve into a bright future of continuing to write quality novels and movie scripts as well as being a positive influence to society.
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Thank you for your time in answering our questions about getting published. Let's begin by having you explain to us why you decided to become an author and pen this book?
Charles: My journey has been a long one, and through my journey I've documented my thoughts over the years in a way that some may refer to as spoken word poetry. Initially the thought of publishing my poems wasn't a thought. But the more and more I've realized that the words I've penned onto paper can possibly have a positive influence on someone, at that second the decision was made to share my thoughts with the world.
Is this your first book?
Charles: Yes this is my first published book.
With this particular book, how did you publish – traditional, small press, Indie, etc. – and why did you choose this method?
Charles: I am published through a traditional publication company. I chose JourStarr Publications not just because the timing was right, but because of the professionalism in which the company presented themselves.
Can you tell us a little about your publishing journey? The pros and cons?
Charles: A number of years ago I was sought out by a well known publication company, in regards to one of my novels that I had written. It was a humbling experience, but inevitably I turned the offer down.
What lessons do you feel you learned about your particular publishing journey and about the publishing industry as a whole?
Charles: Well, I've learned first and foremost, that the first deal from a publication company isn't always the best deal. I would advise all authors to know their worth in respects to their body of material. I believe that the publishing industry is blossoming with promising authors. As long as publication companies don't sacrifice quantity over quality.
Would you recommend this method of publishing to other authors?
Charles: Yes, I would recommend the traditional way of publishing for any one who is interested. There is nothing at all wrong with self publishing in my eyes. But if you're dealing with a traditional publication company, you have a broader outlet in regards to marketing, distribution, and a whole slew of knowledgeable professionals who are adapt in the field of literary writing.
What's the best advice you can give to aspiring authors?
Charles: First, I would say to believe in yourself, because if you don't believe in your own craft, how can you expect someone to believe in you. Secondly, don't get discouraged, continue to write and once that first book is published then you've completed a spectacular feat, making the journey all worth the while.


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Heather Shimmon necesitaba un nuevo diseño de logotipo y lanzó un concurso de diseño en 99designs.
Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 124 diseños de 25 diseñadores freelance.
2 Guys & a Truck, LLC
We are a growing Moving and Hauling company in Hawaii located on the island of oahu. We have been in business since 2002. We do local, commercial and residential moves and provide junk and debris removal services. Since we are family owned and operated we offer very personal service. We get a lot of our business through real estate companies. We provide reliable, fast and affordable service.
People in need of moving or hauling services on the island of oahu. We can deliver items to the docs but do not provide any moving services off island.
We are really open, so feel free to be creative.
1. No Cartoons - we want it to be playful but not cheap or childlike
2. Nothing too elegant - we do not want to come across as being fancy. We want the locals to feel like they can afford our service.
Please feel free to experiment with colors!
Please do not use any stock images or clip art in the logo
The attached file is our old logo which is oudated.
I'm not sure of what file format, I know we can open jpg files and some adobe files.
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Junk Food Marketing Prevalent in Montgomery County Schools
Study Shows Food Companies Target Captive School Audience
WASHINGTON—Junk-food and soda makers directly market to young children right in their schools, according to a new survey of public schools in Montgomery County, Maryland. Conducted at the request of Montgomery County Council Member George Leventhal, chair of the Health and Human Services Committee, the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) found that the most prevalent forms of marketing in schools are signs on the exteriors of vending machines, food sales in vending machines, posters, and school fundraisers.
Eighty-three percent of schools have posters or signs with food or beverage marketing messages (such as posters for Rich's ice cream or Little Debbie snack cakes), and less than half (42 percent) of those signs market healthier categories such as dairy.
Vending machines are a major source of marketing through product sales and advertising on the machine's exterior. The county has strong nutrition standards for food sold in schools. While schools are working to reduce junk-food sales, many vending machines are still stocked with soda, juice drinks, iced tea, candy, cookies and chips.
Eighty-two percent of the vending machines have some marketing messages on their exteriors—most commonly, the images are of branded sodas, snacks, juice or water. All high schools and middle schools surveyed have vending machines, with an average of 21 vending machines in each high school.
All of the high schools, half of the middle schools, and 30 percent of the elementary schools hold fundraisers with candy, baked goods, soda or fast food and other restaurant food.
"Food marketing influences children's food choices, and ultimately their health," said CSPI nutrition policy director Margo G. Wootan, co-author of the study. "Foods and beverages marketed in schools should meet the county's own nutrition standards. Our public schools should be starting kids out on a lifetime of healthy eating habits. Permitting junk-food marketing in schools is like pouring gasoline on the fire of the obesity epidemic, when what we need is a bucket of water."
One way chain and other restaurants market their products to school children is through fundraising nights, which drum up business on slow nights and associate their brands with the school. Four out of five Montgomery County Public Schools participate in such fundraising nights, often at restaurants such as McDonald's, Chuck E. Cheese, or Ledo's Pizza.
Food marketing in the form of product sales, advertising on scoreboards, school publications, and corporate-sponsored educational materials are common. Several elementary schools participate in Pizza Hut's Book It program, which provides certificates for free Personal Pan Pizzas as rewards for reaching reading goals. (Each Personal Pan Pizza has 620 calories, half a day's saturated fat and more than half a day's sodium.)
"Junk food marketing confuses the line between education and promotion," said CSPI child health project manager and study co-author Ameena Batada. "The modest rewards to schools are not worth the long-term costs to children's health and well-being."
"Thirty percent of Maryland children ages 10 to 17 are overweight or obese," Councilmember Leventhal said. "Parents have a big enough challenge guiding their kids' food choices and promoting healthy choices. School policies should support parents, and not let junk-food marketers go around parents' backs directly to young children."
Wootan and Batada will present the findings of the survey at a hearing convened today by the County Council's Health and Human Services Committee. CSPI recommends that the County's Board of Education strengthen its policy of limiting marketing of low-nutrition foods in schools. CSPI also recommends that schools seek out healthy fundraising techniques as opposed to relying on candy sales or fast-food restaurant nights. CSPI published a report last year giving examples of successful fundraisers that don't include junk food, such as exercise-a-thons, cell phone recycling programs, book fairs, and gift cards.
Elsewhere around the country, Maine passed a law limiting in-school food marketing to only food allowed under the state nutrition standards for food sales. California will be considering a bill on food marketing in schools.
Contact Jeff Cronin (jcronin[at]cspinet.org) or Ariana Stone (astone[at]cspinet.org).


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[MUSIC] What's up. It's Angela Yee and today on Woman to Woman we are embarking on the Path to Power brought to you by State Farm. I've always had a really strong entrepreneurial spirit, as you can see from all the things I've been doing. I've invested in real estate, I've also opened a juice bar investing in my own neighborhood. I always believe it's really important to have my financial goals firmly in hand. So I'm really looking forward to sitting down with [UNKNOWN] so I can share with her what I've learned along the way. And she can live her most colorful life starting now. [UNKNOWN] is a licensed esthetician and makeup artist and recently she left behind her cushy corporate job to start her own company Beauty by [UNKNOWN]. [UNKNOWN] All right, so you have a regular nine to five. Yes. Full time job. Yes. So when did you decide, okay, I've gotta leave this job and venture out? I gotta tired of working for other people and a policies. Not in a bad way but to do my [UNKNOWN] the way I wanted to treat [UNKNOWN] Right. Not to rush them but give them that good quality Instead of quantity, and I feel like some businesses are about that right now. So Teresha what were some of the challenges that you faced as you started your own business? Having to, working for somebody is easy you wouldn't think about the inventory, the products versus having your own business. That was one of the challenges I am having it's so overwhelming sometimes I get a little emotion, I'm not going to lie Sometimes I think as being a business owner, sometimes you're afraid to ask. I didn't go to school for business, so I need to ask people know a little more than me so I can be able to kind of get in the grip, and be able to be on a steady pace right now. So what are some things you've been doing to kind of balance out those missteps that you've had as far as staying on top of product, not having enough things? Doing researches... Looking at other businesses that have been out longer than me. Talking to them and asking them questions as well. That's great, so [UNKNOWN] how do you think you would benefit from financial guidance? I really don't understand when it comes to finance and budgeting. Right. That's a part where it's really most of my challenge is at, right there. Not having the right guidance you can fail, and I refuse to fail. So I am going to start asking for the help, I am going to start doing the research. So that's what I'm trying to prepare myself for now. So never hesitate to figure out ways that you can actually save money from people who have done it before. It's so important to ask people who have done what it is you are trying to do. Teresa are you ready to take the next steps? Yes, I am ready to take my business to the next level. You can get started today by talking to a StateFarm agent or you can access StateFarm online tools and resources by visiting LetsStartToday.com [MUSIC]
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In keeping with the theme in today's Weekly Briefing and the call therein for less know-it-all commentary, this post will not pontificate at any length about how offensive and troubling the "Random Thought" published today in the "Education Update" newsletter of the John Locke Foundation was. We all make dumb mistakes and have told "jokes" we'd like to have back.
Let's just say that the "thought" (which is reproduced below) was and is NOT funny, displays a remarkable level of insensitivity and lack of class and ought to be retracted ASAP.
"Random Thought
The most "American" Olympic sport is Modern Pentathlon. I mean, it sounds like your average summer day in Detroit – swimming, running, riding, shooting pistols, and trying to stab a complete stranger with a sharp object."


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Southern Utah is a very unique and magnificent place filled with everything from beautiful homes, to sandy red mountains. Southern Utah is home to many families and the community is very interactive with each other. Here are 5 reasons why YOU should live in Southern Utah
Southern Utah is well known for having little, if any crime. In June of 2015, St. George News reported, "In April of 2015, the St. George metro area made it into the Top 10 in a new study ranking metro areas in the West for safety conducted by Law Street." In that time, the study resulted in only 141 crimes for every 100,00 people! Southern Utah is a place where you could keep your doors unlocked at night without having to worry. Also, St. George's crime rate is 34% lower than the national average and is safer than 61% of the cities in the United States. Crime rated decreasing 9% yearly makes Southern Utah the perfect place to live.
You've heard it, It's all about location, location, location! One of the best parts about Southern Utah is how close you are to neighboring states and cities. Having Las Vegas, NV only be two hours south of Southern Utah is huge. This allows you to travel to Las Vegas, spend a good portion of the day there, and turn around and come back to Utah all within the same day! Plus, having Las Vegas and Mesquite, NV so close to the Utah border allows employment opportunities to expand as well. These companies include: Real estate, marketing, etc. This allows growing businesses to increase their sales. Plus, Las Vegas has a great international airport if you love to travel! It's an overall benefit for everyone!
Many people find it fascinating that you can go snowboarding/skiing and go to the lake in the same day in Southern Utah. With BrianHead Ski Resort only being an hour and a half North from St. George, it makes packing up snow gear less of a hassle. Also, Sand Hollow Lake and Quail Lake are just about 35-40 minutes North from St. George as well. What is so nice about how these two collaborate, is that you can buy a half day ski pass at Brian Head Resort then head to the lake in the afternoon. After spending at least four hours at each, you could still make it back to St. George by 6:00 pm! Now that sound like a fun day!
Living in the Southern Utah, it is very rare to get snow. Over this past winter, Southern Utah has received snow once that only reached up to two inches! St. George is sunny all year round with ranging temperatures from mid 60's-110 degrees Fahrenheit!
Because the weather is always so nice, it allows the St. George population to get outside! Going out in public allows you to see kids on bicycles, families at the park, or joggers on the sidewalk. By being outside, it allows people to take a "Screen Break" by putting down their cell phones, tablets, and laptops just to be outside enjoying the weather. Many people from the Salt Lake City area come down here for spring break just for the weather and to get away from the snow. Also, it makes wearing shorts and flip-flops year round very easy. Living in St. George my entire life, I have never owned a heavy snow coat or boots. No extra money is needed to spend on sweaters and snow gloves during the winter. Plus, all of the community swimming pools usually open up mid-March versus swimming pools in Salt Lake area that have the wait until end of May/beginning of June! Living in St. George, We always get an early start to summer which lasts nine out of the twelve months year round!
This is one of the greater perks of living in Southern Utah. Being surrounded by the red mountains and rocks is absolutely breathtaking. Zion National Park is only 43 miles North East of St. George, Utah and only about a 45 minute drive. This national park is very well known nation wide and is one of the prettiest sites in Utah! Also, if you continue passed Zion, Bryce National Park is 141 miles from St. George and is about a 2 hour drive. But, what Southern Utah is most well-known for is Arches National Park. From St. George, it is 334 miles North East which is about a 5 hour drive. Although it is close to Colorado, the Arches National Park is a must see!
Citations are listed below (Includes Pictures):
"Crime statistics: Study ranks St. George area in Top 10 safest metros in West." St George News. N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Apr. 2017.
Areavibes. "St. George, UT Crime." AreaVibes – The Best Places To Live. N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Apr. 2017.
"National Parks." National Parks | St. George Area Chamber of Commerce. N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Apr. 2017.
"'Why do I need self defense? I live in a safe area.'." Think Like A Black Belt Why do I need self defense I live in a safe area Comments. N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Apr. 2017.
"The Last 72 Hours: Las Vegas." Engagement Advice, Wedding Planning Tips and More from ThePlunge. N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Apr. 2017.
"Snowboarding to the Next Level." N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Apr. 2017.
"Sand Hollow State Park, UT." The kid project. N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Apr. 2017.
"Sunny Emoticon." MogIcons. N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Apr. 2017.
"Zion National Park Trip Planning." St George Area Tourism Office. N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Apr. 2017.
"Arches National Park." Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, 18 Apr. 2017. Web. 21 Apr. 2017.


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On the outskirts of Delhi, just north of the Red Fort, sits a colony, a grouping of homes, shops, restaurants and simple tourist hotels. It sits just off a major thoroughfare and welcomes you with an entrance gate and prayer flags.
Yes, prayer flags.
This isn't an ordinary colony, one of the many gated communities found throughout the city. Rather, this is a Tibetan refugee center in which the residents have come from Dharamsala (the home of the exiled Dalai Lama) or were born here, never having seen their homeland.
While the colony doesn't look like anything special from the outside, it's quite a different story inside. It sits within a small area, no more than a mile long and just a few blocks wide. There are no roads but instead narrow alleyways that are lined with outdoor vendors and monks on cell phones. At night, the popcorn and peanut vendor comes out, pushing his cart through the groupings of young and old as they venture out to walk the streets after dinner.
No cars or rickshaws are allowed in the colony, they wouldn't fit through the streets anyway. But the lack of autos gives the area a feeling of calm after the insanity of Delhi.
We stayed at a small guesthouse, the Wonghden House, within this colony. A basic double room with private bath and cable TV cost $10/night. Rooms book up a month in advance here.
The guesthouse's restaurant was the busiest cafe within this little community and they provided room service as well! We couldn't resist the banana porridge and Tibetan bread (larger and flatter than an English Muffin) with milk coffee each morning. Breakfast for two set us back about $4.
Even though this was one of the loveliest places we stayed in India, I can't recommend it. The residents of Majnu Ka Tila had been notified that the Indian government has plans to tear down this area (as well as many other colonies and residences throughout Delhi) to make way for development. While no one I spoke with had details, nor did they know of any NGO's that were planning to help them relocate, I was told that "the old people cry and cry" because their fate is so uncertain.
For information on Tibet and progress and issues that refugees face, visit the Tibetan website Phayul or The Gere Foundation.
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Millstone Power Station
Powering Connecticut
Millstone Power Station produces enough electricity to power 2 million homes and provides New England and Connecticut with round-the-clock, low cost, and carbon-free electricity that helps the state fulfill carbon-reduction goals.
In addition to inexpensive, clean, reliable electricity, it's operation produces over $1.5 billion in annual economic benefits to Connecticut, supports almost 4,000 jobs, generates the equivalent of over half the electricity consumed in Connecticut, generates 98 percent of the state's carbon-free electricity, while preventing 8.3 Million metric tons of CO2 from being released each year.
Millstone's Benefit to Connecticut
Clean Energy
Enough Around-the-Clock power to meet the needs of 2 million homes.
Stable Rates, Lower Prices
Working together to provide stable electricity prices and rates for Connecticut consumers.
This is Our Home
We are investing in the future of our communities.
Dominion Energy's Clean Energy Fleet in Connecticut
We Are Millstone
"Millstone's commitment to Environmental Stewardship ensures that we are protecting our natural resources while continually seeking ways to improve the station's environmental performance. I have been provided many opportunities for learning and growth and am excited to participate in the future of Millstone Power Station. In the Environmental Lab, we truly are a team - sharing knowledge and skills as we safely work together to monitor the marine biological communities surrounding the plant."
Susan Gonzalez
Biologist, Millstone Power Station
About the Environment
A continuous monitoring program shows virtually no environmental impact from operation of the station
Chmura's Report
Safety Planning
- Read Millstone's safety and emergency preparedness guide (pdf) | (Spanish version) (pdf)
- Print the Critical Needs form
- Visit the Connecticut emergency site
Educational Resources
- Read our Media Manual (pdf) for general information on the station, nuclear power, radiation, plant components and systems, emergency procedures, security and much more
- If you have questions about Millstone or nuclear energy, email firstname.lastname@example.com
Directions and Maps
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
- Smoke-free
- Garden / Patio
- Seaside
- Broadband / WiFi
The property
In one of the most interesting locations on the Lizard, Glen Cottage is a semi-detached addition to the original old thatched cottage, convenient for walks to the beautiful Church Cove.
Furnished with care and attention this is an ideal setting for any couple to take a very peaceful, romantic holiday.
Set back from the village street the attractive double aspect bedroom, approached by a pine staircase, looks straight out across a valley over many acres of farmland.
The owner, who lives in the thatched cottage, is very friendly and permits use of the beautiful landscaped gardens with ponds, shrubs and plants, and guests have the use of a private summer house reached by a pretty garden archway.
This is a very peaceful village with nearby Halzephron pub (serving excellent food).
Close by is the renowned Mullion Golf Course with amazing sea views to admire while you play.
There are plenty of choices for coastal walks to the east or west or inland around the unique fresh water lake of Loe Bar; an important spot for birdlife.
Within two miles is the sandy Church Cove which is part of this dramatic coastline managed by the National Trust.
Good for bathing and surfing it also boasts the unusual sight of a small medieval Church tucked into the cliff and sand dunes, and still used for weddings and services today.
The market town of Helston is only five miles away with plenty of shopping opportunities, pubs, restaurants and entertainment.
Glen cottage is a most charming holiday cottage in one of the most enjoyable locations in Cornwall.
Over two floors. One bedroom; 1 x double with TV and Shower room with shower, basin and WC. Kitchen. Open plan sitting room with dining area. Summer house in garden for guests use.
- Electric night storage heaters and electric wood burner style fire in sitting room
- Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge, music system, TV, DVD player, WiFi
- Power inc. rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Sorry no pets or smoking
- Shop 4 miles
- Pub 7 mins walk
- South West Coast path 10 mins walk
- NOTE; Check in time is after 4pm.Parking on site of the property and ample off road parking available also.
About the location
Helston 5 miles; Mullion 7 miles.
Gunwalloe village is situated amongst the sand dunes and cliffs on the west coast of the Lizard Peninsula with three beaches, a large stretch of sand reaching as far as Porthleven, Dollar and Church Cove and a popular pub, The Halzephron Inn, offering tables outside with views right across Mount's Bay. Gunwalloe is near to Mullion which is a large village on the Lizard Peninsula, the most southerly tip of mainland Britain. The village is home to a selection of popular restaurants, shops and pubs, Mullion Meadows Chocolate Factory and coffee shop, as well as Mullion Cove, a pretty working harbour. Helston is a pleasant, busy market town famous for its Flora Day Festival and the fascinating Helston Folk Museum and the very popular Flambards theme park. Also within half an hours drive are Falmouth, St Ives and Penzance. The Helford River, with boat hire, sub-tropical gardens and two fabulous pubs is also just a 15 minute drive. Further afield is the harbour town of Falmouth to the east and Land's End to the west. Gunwalloe is a wonderful holiday destination offering plenty of attractions for the whole family
This property offers the following short breaks:
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Nicely finished wooden picnic table, perfect for patios and gardens. Goes very well with our wooden outdoor benches. Size: 1.8m Long x 0.74m Wide x 0.77m High.
Prices have been reduced by 10% until next season!
The patio picnic table is a great addition to any patio or garden, the treated timber has a nice earthy brown finish and goes very well with all wooden benches. Great for parties, barbecues, eating a meal outside, working in the garden or simply getting the most out of your backyard while the good weather lasts.
The table is made from joinery grade Scandinavian redwood and is not to be confused with poorer quality rivals. This piece of garden furniture is exceptionally well finished with all joints machined on state of the art equipment to produce a very tight fit. Once assembled this piece is extremely strong and well able to withstand harsh outdoor conditions.
The timber has been pressure treated against rot and appears in a natural light honey colour but can be stained or painted if required. We know you will be impressed with the quality and construction of these pieces which compare very favourably with furniture over twice the price.
Picnic Table Dimensions:
1.8m Long x 0.74m Wide x 0.77m High
(5.9ft x 2.4ft x 2.5ft)
All our deliveries are only €3.95 no matter how many products we deliver anywhere in Ireland. For heavy items like ponds or furniture we charge only €9.95 per complete order. We also deliver to the UK and other European countries, please see our delivery rates below. Our flat delivery rate is an absolute bargain and is far cheaper than any of our competitors, please take this into account when comparing product prices.
Heavy goods deliveries
For heavy furniture or pond deliveries we charge an extra €5.00 to our standard delivery rate. Our rates below are our standard rates, please add €5.00 for heavy goods. All delivery rates are automatically added to your order when you add a product to your cart.
Where do we deliver to?
We deliver nationwide to the island of Ireland, the U.K., Austria, Benelux Countries, France, Germany and Switzerland. Please see our delivery rates below:
€3.95 - The Island of Ireland
€12.95 - The United Kingdom (Highlands and Islands may incur a surcharge, please contact us on 353 1524 0884 for details)
€14.95 - Austria, Belguim, The Netherlands, Luxembourg, Denmark, France, Germany, Switzerland.
How long does it take?
Stock permitting we aim to dispatch your goods within 2 working days of receiving your order. The average time taken from order to delivery is 2 - 3 days for Irish and UK orders, and up to 8 working days for other European destinations.
What If I'm not in at time of delivery?
The driver will leave a note with the depot contact number. Delivery can be arranged for the next day or a later date.
I'm ordering several items, do they all arrive at the same time?
All items dispatched at the same time will normally be delivered in one delivery. The exceptions are bulk bags of soil or compost which comes in a separate delivery using a different delivery company.
What if my parcel is damaged or I wish to return the goods I have ordered?
Contact our office on 01 524 0884 and we will arrange collection and refund or replacement of faulty or damaged goods.
If you wish to return goods for any reason other than damaged or faulty items please return the item to us at the following address and we will organise a refund. Goods must be undamaged and in their original packaging. Please take care when parceling returned goods to ensure it reaches us in good condition.
Our returns address is: Quickcrop ltd., Unit 4, Ballymote Industrial Estate, Ballymote, Co.Sligo.
If you are unsure about any aspect of our delivery service we're always delighted to take your call in the office on: 01 524 0884
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Title: Flexing With Monty
Also known as:
Year: 1994
Genre: Drama / Comedy / Horror
Language: English
Runtime: 90 min
Director: John Albo
Writer: John Albo
IMDb: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0200641/
Monty, a man obsessed with exercise and being strong. Dreams of being the head physical education instructor at a university one day. He has raised his younger brother, Bertin, most of his life and will do anything for him. The two have made plans where Monty will support Bertin while he goes to school and when Bertin is finally done with school, will use his high IQ to get both out of their current slum. Things change though as a mystery woman comes into their lives and pits brother against brother that will not only bring this volatile situation to a bloody conclusion, but reveal secrets that will destroy both men.
Our Thoughts:
What the hell have I just watched? Seriously, I'm asking you because I don't know. Between the giggle fits and being mesmerized by the surreal-oddity adventure that "Flexing With Monty" is, I kept asking myself that exact question: "What the hell am I watching?" There is a plot synopsis available and the general idea of the movie about the relationship between the two brothers is there, but beyond that. There isn't any way to describe what "Flexing With Monty" actually is.
The main plot, if you could even call it that, is about the relationship between Monty and his younger brother Bertin. Monty is the brawn and Bertin is the brain and while Monty gave up his life to raise his younger brother, the two have an extreme love/hate relationship. That quite often boils down with two exchanging their extreme philosophical views; Monty believing exercising and obtaining the perfect physique is the only goal in life there should be. While Bertin thinks there is more to life and looks beyond the physical and into the metaphysical and even though he loves his old brother. He often resents him because Monty does nothing to give Bertin answers in regardes to his mysterious past of his dead parents, abusive grandmother, and a childhood spent in an orphanage. The volatile situation between the two brothers comes to a boil as a nun and a prostitute calling herself 'Lilith' changes the environment and causes the frustration between the two brothers come to a violent conclusion.
Even though that explination sounds more like the synopsis that you would find on the back of the DVD case, that is actually the best I could come up with. Because it is quite honestly hard to describe in coherent terms what "Flexing With Monty" is. Any other way would result in either spoiling the movie or just going through and talking about the different scenes and what occurs within them. Not because it is an overly complex movie or such, but the movie's focus is on the relationship between the two brothers and as a result makes it more or less a movie with talking heads. To me, that makes the movie sound shallow and "Flexing With Monty" is anything but.
While it does feature a large number of scenes of nothing but monologues it keeps things interesting by being a visually engaging movie with elaborate set designs, creative lighting, and unusual compositions. It isn't merely done by trying to be a style over substance movie as everything is done for a reason, sometimes to reflect the nature of the characters or the mood of scene. Like Monty's room is filled with steel, cement, weights, and features a wide variety of extremely bizarre exercise equipment. These things are clearly designed to represent Monty's cold and hard nature along with his desire to be hard (in more ways than one) and strong. At times it felt like such a simple movie, but when you really watch it and pay attention to the details you begin to see that there is quite a bit more going on.
"Flexing With Monty" is also very sneaky because it puts on this guise of being a dark movie that puts brother against brother in a world of body image and bizarre happenings, but...It is actually a funny movie. In an interview John Albo said, "Either people get it or they don't." And that is very true. This isn't a typical comedy, hell I'm not even sure if I would call it a dark-comedy since the humor doesn't come from a morbid nature. "Flexing With Monty" is one of those movies that is so truly strange, twisted, quirky, and down right weird that it is funny, and that's what it is going for. It sounds like an uppity and snobby thing to say, but if you don't understand the true nature and goals of the movie, then not only will you not get it but you won't like it. You'll probably find yourself bored, watching the clock, and thinking movie is nothing other than another excessively unusual movie but then wonder why the person next to you is laughing their heads off.
While I understood that "Flexing With Monty" was intentionally an offbeat comedy about the strange relationship between two people, whom seem to have the misfortunate of being bound by blood, even though there is love there. Still, I couldn't help but say, "What the fuck" both during and after the movie. While not the weirdest thing I've ever seen, it definitely ranks up pretty high as being one of the most unusual movies that wasn't avant-garde, experimental, or related to the arthouse genre in general. Incest, Bertin giving birth to his mother, sex with taxidermy, drugs, humans caged up like animals, women birthing eggs in a swamp, mutilation, possessed cocks...Good god, this movie really has it all and a bag of potato chips. Though it is something that should definitely been seen to be believed and also because it's actually a very good movie. It has a lot going on within it that I'm sure I'm not even giving it the proper credit and analyzation that the movie deserves.
Gore: 1/5
Nudity: 2/5
Story: 3/5
Effects: 2/5
Comedy: 3/5
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September 7, 2016 — Eighteen Jesuits were ordained as deacons recently at Masses in Boston, Montreal, and Toronto. For Jesuits in formation, ordination to the diaconate is the final step in preparation for priestly ordination in the Society of Jesus.
On May 28, Cyril Pinchak, SJ, was ordained to the diaconate in the Byzantine rite at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Mother of God in Toronto by the Most Reverend John Michael Kudrick, bishop emeritus of Parma for the Byzantines. On August 20, two Jesuits were ordained as deacons at the Church of the Gesù in Montreal by Most Reverend Terrence Prendergast, SJ, archbishop of Ottawa.
Fifteen Jesuits, along with two Capuchins, were ordained on September 3 at the Church of Saint Ignatius of Loyola on the Boston College campus by Most Reverend Robert F. Hennessey, auxiliary bishop of Boston. These men are currently studying theology at the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry.
Fifteen Jesuits were ordained as deacons at the Church of Saint Ignatius of Loyola in Massachusetts on September 3.
The Jesuits ordained are listed below:
Two Jesuits were ordained as deacons at the Church of the Gesù in Montreal on August 20.
For the next nine months, these men will gain pastoral experience before being ordained to the priesthood. As deacons, they can proclaim the Word of God, preach, and preside at the sacraments of baptism and marriage and at the rite of Christian burial.
Cyril Pinchak, SJ, following his diaconate ordination in the Byzantine Church.


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Healy Consultants Suggests 5 Reasons to Register a Singapore Company
The article provides information on the key benefits enjoyed by entrepreneurs completing Singapore company registration and other aspects to consider when setting up their company in Singapore.
by Healy Consultants Thursday, December 09, 2010
1. Laws and government:
* Singapore boasts strong client confidentiality laws and meets the international guidelines set by the OECD for disclosure of taxation related information.
* As a signatory to international conventions including the World Trade Organisation's (WTO) Agreement on Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS), Singapore is an excellent location to register intellectual property (IP), including global trade marks and patents. Singapore is also a signatory to the Berne Convention and the World Intellectual Property Organization Copyright Treaty.
2. Social and political environment:
* Singapore is a reputable, highly regulated, business jurisdiction and does not carry any offshore tax haven label.
* Singapore is ranked as the least corrupt country in the world, according to the 2010 Corruption Perceptions Index by Transparency International. Singapore is ranked equally with Denmark and New Zealand.
* A Singapore registered company has competitive advantages as this jurisdiction consistently ranks as one of the world's freest economies, is cost effective and is recognized as the world's easiest place to do business.
3. Infrastructures, technology and telecommunication:
* Singapore is well equipped in terms of telecommunications, public transportation, and technology.
* For entrepreneurs moving their family to a new country, the high standard of living available here is comforting.
4. Company registration requirements:
* Unlike some jurisdiction, it is not necessary to rent a physical office to register a company in Singapore.
* Singapore Company formation only requires a minimum of one shareholder, one director, one local company secretary, a local address and a share capital of $1.
5. Taxes:
* Singapore tax rates are very competitive relative to other business centers around the world. The corporate income tax rate for Singapore is 17%. A company registered in Singapore can also enjoy legal tax exemption on profits earned outside Singapore. There are also tax exemptions for start up companies in Singapore for the first three years of business operation.
* There are currently 62 comprehensive double taxation treaties between Singapore and other countries.
As an experienced company formation specialist, Healy Consultants has incorporated companies in many jurisdictions around the world but believes Singapore has much to offer within the Asia region and as an international business hub. According to Mr Healy, the firm works with numerous investors and entrepreneurs from all over the world and he believes that businesses will continue to recognize the benefits offered by jurisdictions in Asia, especially Singapore, and also Hong Kong.
Healy Consultants is a leading corporate services firm, headquartered in Singapore, and working with clients across a range of categories to maximize the benefits enjoyed by Singapore company registration. For more information, visit www.healyconsultants.com.
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Pharrell's new music video has Miley Cyrus in it
Pharrell Williams released a music video for Come Get It Bae on Wednesday, and our favourite attention-seeking, cray-cray US singer Miley Cyrus was in it, along with a bevy of model dancers.
The video was surprisingly normal, by Miley's standards.
Yes, there was some tongue action, of course.
But shockingly, there wasn't a single twerk throughout.
Miley seemed content throwing out some kooky dance moves.
Still weird, yes. But it's the kind of weird we can live with.
(There's that tongue again.)
As the guest vocals on the song, she was hardly the star of the video, appearing only in the second half. But she made every second count.
You got to give it to Miley. When it comes to grabbing attention, she is the undisputed Queen.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a memorial of former president A P J Abdul Kalam in Rameswaram on July 27 said BJP state president Tamilisai Soundararajan.
The party's state unit is making all arrangements for the visit, she said.
The memorial will reflect India's diversity and various cultures and will pay homage to Kalam's life, displaying replicas of rockets and missiles that the late ace scientist worked on.
"The elevation in the front resembles the India Gate," Kalam's grand nephew Saleem says.
"He worked in ISRO where he (helped develop) the SLV 3 and that too is in display. Inside, the DRDO Agni missile is displayed," Saleem added. "There is a lot that the people can learn from here."
The inauguration will take place at 11 am on July 27 which will be followed by PM Modi holding a public meeting.
Several chief ministers, governors, the Chief Justice of India JS Khehar and the Indian Space Research Organisation chairman, among other dignitaries are also expected to be present at the inauguration.
The first phase of memorial will be inaugurated on 27th July and second phase is expected to be complete with in 2 years.
"The second phase of the memorial… will have a library, planetarium and auditorium," Salem said.
A temple tourist destination in Tamil Nadu, Rameswaram is the birthplace of the Kalam.
Kalam, a career scientist turned statesman, was the 11th president from 2002 to 2007. He passed away on July 27, 2015.


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As shown in my previous post the Lunar Eclipse of December 31 2009 has been a deep source of inspiration and insight in the study of the Haiti's earthquake.
The disaster occurred even closer in time to the Solar Eclipse of January 15. Therefore in this post I'll also explore this Eclipse via its Saros number (for an explanation of this term, please see previous post).
The first Eclipse of this series occurred on May 19, 1613. Below is the Chart of the old event, calculated for the coordinates of Haiti.
Compared to the Lunar Eclipse series' first Chart this Horoscope shows a better balance between hard and soft aspects, and all together doesn't' look half as dramatic.
Virgo is rising, with Jupiter in wide conjunction to Neptune, both weak in Virgo, the Sign of their detriment (Jupiter being the traditional ruler of Pisces and Neptune the modern ruler of the same Sign). This seems significant, as also the right angle of Jupiter to the Mid-Heaven and the right angle of Neptune to Uranus. Mercury is the Ruling Planet (Virgo Ascendant) and it is well placed in Gemini, its own Sign. The conjunction Mercury-Uranus and their squares to Jupiter and Neptune add an element of unpredictability to the whole Chart. Sun and Moon, with Venus, Pluto and the North Node of the Moon are all in Taurus, a notoriously earthquaky Sign. And Pluto is in the Eighth House, a symbol of mass deaths.
Mars on the last degree of Cancer, Sign of his Fall, is in opposition to Chiron and both are applying to a square to Pluto, a violent configuration that could bring accidents and/or acute forms of illness.
Saturn is weak in Pisces, in wide opposition to Neptune in Virgo, and also connected to both Neptune and Jupiter by transiting through the Sign over which they rule. Saturn is also square to Uranus in Gemini, trine to Mars in late Cancer and sextile Sun and Moon in late Taurus and Chiron in late Capricorn. This is a very active but not strongly placed Saturn.
As far as the Fixed Stars are concerned, some interesting connections can be found in this Chart too. Returning to Algol or Medusa (see previous post), the Taurus Sun and Moon, conjunct during the Solar Eclipse at 28 degrees of Taurus, are just two degrees away in 1613 from the present longitude of Algol (26 degrees of Taurus). And we should not forget that the Descendant, in the Solar Eclipse Chart of January 2010 in Haiti, is even closer in longitude to Algol than the Ascendant was at the Lunar Eclipse!
All considered, the First Lunar Eclipse of 1000 AD, belonging to the same series as the Lunar Eclipse of December 2009, seems more significant in relation to the Haiti's earthquake than the Eclipses belonging to the Solar series .