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Everyone expect their love life to be perfect, like the ones they have seen in the movies and dramas. You want it to be full of fun and romance. But in reality, this may not happen to you and your dismay it turns out to be totally opposite to what you have desired for.
What if leaving the first one and moving on to the next one and again the next one and still doesn't find a perfect one for you. Will you agree to settle down on something and someone less ideal for you? Will you think that this is what you deserve and nothing better than this? A relationship should be such that makes you complete rather than miserable. Being in an unhappy and depressed relationship, it is better off to be alone.
It is easy to know when you are settling in the sad and gloomy relationship. Just ask yourself, and you will get the answer. And once you receive the answer, firstly accept it yourself and then confess it in front of your partner. Gather the courage to tell him that you cannot continue a relationship like this and every discomfort needs to be sort out.
Read out the following signs and if you find using these to console yourself that you are better off in sticking to an unhappy relationship then you really need to be helped out to make you admit it in front of your partner otherwise such a relationship will get you go insane in anytime soon.
- You know that you are in an unsatisfactory relationship when you keep on telling and convincing yourself that there are so many people out there who are having relationships even worse than yours.
- Sometimes you are with your partner because they want to be with you. They want to be around you and for you. You think about it not to be the best one but good enough to endure this relationship, even though it means lifetime unhappiness.
- You know your partner, and you are drifting apart, but you do not prefer doing anything to fix things right by thinking even the relationships worse than yours are still holding on then why can't yours be.
- Waiting for that day to come when your partner is going to change for you is like walking in a fool's paradise. Who is not willing to change for you from today then what else can you expect from such a partner in future.
- You may stick to your partner with a hope that you may find someone better someday. So till then you decide to put up with this relationship.
- Life is too short to live depressed. There comes the time when some people think that they can deal with such an unhappy relationship. But my question is that when you are so sure and certain about not being happy in a relationship then why you want to hold it back when you can have a choice of having a better life by moving on.
- One of the greatest fears is of being alone. Obviously, everybody wants a partner to share every moment of their lives. But what if they are left alone and do not find another one? Don't you think that being alone and happy is far better than being in a relationship and unhappy?
Settling in an unhappy relationship may seem easy but what I believe that one should prefer fixing things right or opt to move out of the relationship rather than living a life of sorrows and regrets.


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I'm already starting the design process with a couple of my Spring 2015 clients in Northern California, and I wanted to quickly share with you what that looks like. The experience is a bit different for my long distant clients who can't pop in to the studio or look outside their window to watch me weaving, so I love trying to make the entire process still vivid and fun.
Since each of the larger Thickets is usually custom, we consider not only your personal style choices but also how and where your Thicket will fit into your outdoor space. We usually begin with a quick phone chat about your overall vision, how you imagine interacting with your Thicket, where's the best spot on your property for you all to enjoy the Thicket, and then it's on to the final design. I then whip up some hand renderings of what we've agreed upon and mail them to you. Beyond getting your final "okay!" on the design, it's also my hope these sketches are a treat to tide you over while you patiently wait for your Thicket to ship to you. From then on, I stay in touch throughout the entire process.
I'll post more later on what I call the "maker-to-home" experience of having me come to you to weave your Thicket on site. Of course, Minnesota based clients always get this experience, but I also travel across the US to do on-site Thicket weavings. Stay tuned for more on that!

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|Behind the scenes of the PRIME intervention: designing a complex intervention to improve malaria care at public health centres in Uganda.
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|Journal Article
|Year of Publication
|DiLiberto, DD, Staedke, SG, Nankya, F, Maiteki-Sebuguzi, C, Taaka, L, Nayiga, S, Kamya, MR, Haaland, A, Chandler, CIR
|Glob Health Action
|Date Published
BACKGROUND: In Uganda, health system challenges limit access to good quality healthcare and contribute to slow progress on malaria control. We developed a complex intervention (PRIME), which was designed to improve quality of care for malaria at public health centres.OBJECTIVE: Responding to calls for increased transparency, we describe the PRIME intervention's design process, rationale, and final content and reflect on the choices and challenges encountered during the design of this complex intervention.DESIGN: To develop the intervention, we followed a multistep approach, including the following: 1) formative research to identify intervention target areas and objectives; 2) prioritization of intervention components; 3) review of relevant evidence; 4) development of intervention components; 5) piloting and refinement of workshop modules; and 6) consolidation of the PRIME intervention theories of change to articulate why and how the intervention was hypothesized to produce desired outcomes. We aimed to develop an intervention that was evidence-based, grounded in theory, and appropriate for the study context; could be evaluated within a randomized controlled trial; and had the potential to be scaled up sustainably.RESULTS: The process of developing the PRIME intervention package was lengthy and dynamic. The final intervention package consisted of four components: 1) training in fever case management and use of rapid diagnostic tests for malaria (mRDTs); 2) workshops in health centre management; 3) workshops in patient-centred services; and 4) provision of mRDTs and antimalarials when stocks ran low.CONCLUSIONS: The slow and iterative process of intervention design contrasted with the continually shifting study context. We highlight the considerations and choices made at each design stage, discussing elements we included and why, as well as those that were ultimately excluded. Reflection on and reporting of 'behind the scenes' accounts of intervention design may improve the design, assessment, and generalizability of complex interventions and their evaluations.
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|Glob Health Action
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A Sutton drink driver who crashed into a wall first told police his car had been stolen, and then, that he had been in the back seat during a test drive, a court has heard.
David John Wood, 37, of Langford Street, admitted failing to provide a specimen at Mansfield Magistrates' Court after he was arrested on February 12.
The court heard Wood lost control of his car and swerved into a wall, before bouncing across Kirkby Road to hit a parked car.
Ruth Snoddin, prosecuting, said: "He was seen to leave the area. Half an hour later he phoned the police to tell them his car had been stolen.
"Twenty minutes later he was located on Market Street, but refused to give a breath test and was arrested.
"In interview he said he wasn't driving the car and had been sitting in the back. He said that a bloke was driving the car during a test drive.
"He was asked if the man had insurance but said he didn't know."
The court heard Wood had no previous convictions, but had been suffering from depression brought about by difficult family circumstances.
He was banned for 17 months, fined £120 and ordered to pay £85 costs and a £20 victim surcharge.


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If I could make one wish for the world this Christmas, I would not wish away pain, suffering or distress - rather, I would wish away greed, insecurity and doubt.
I would wish that everyone could find meaning in their lives, and throu that acquire a positive and compassionate attitude.
I would wish that everyone could see throu the delusions of wealth and glamour, and see that personal authenticity is the only goal worth pursuing.
I would wish that people would realise that emotional awareness is of greater benefit to humanity than any technical accomplishment.
I would wish that that those who aim to inspire change would realise that the only person they need to change is themselves, and that if they could accomplish that everything they desire would follow as day follows night.
I would wish that love would be born anew in each heart and become each person's inner guide.


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Life After The Dress {Episode 18} Amy Brown/
In this series I interview married women of all ages and from all walks of life and ask them real questions about their lives now, after all the glitter and sparkle of their wedding day is over. Today I've got Amy, a fellow South African blogger over at Tea With Mrs B sharing with us her her life after the dress.
Grab yourself a cup of tea and be ready to be inspired!
Q1: Please introduce yourself (age, of both yourself and your husband, where do you live, what do you do & how long have you been married for?)
Hello! I am 24 year old Amy Brown, married to 26 year old Duane Brown for a year on the 21st of March. We live in Cape Town, South Africa and I am a freelance copywriter and social media manager.
Q2: Which Disney character do you feel sums you up to a 'T'?
Ooh this is hard! Ha ha I would say either Merida from Brave or Mulan. Mainly because they're both fiercely independent but also because they both love adventure. I also have ridiculously curly hair like Merida, but it's not red.
Q3: How did you and your hubby meet?
We met at the after party thing for an old friend's 21st. He was friends with someone I knew and just like good 'ol Murphy, he actually used to live next door to one of my oldest friends, although we had never met prior to the after party.
Q4: Was your wedding everything you hoped it would be? Would you go back and change anything? Do you have any advice for brides-to-be?
My wedding was 100% exactly how Duane & I both wanted it! We really wanted a day where both of us would completely enjoy ourselves and our guests would just have a blast and that's what we got! The only thing I would change, and it isn't even a major thing for me, would be to not invite one or two people out of obligation. Advice? It's your day, you and your hubby to be are the ones that look back and remember it and it needs to be a memory you love going back to! No one should take that away from you so do what makes you happy!
Q5: Has 'life after the dress' been as you imagined it would be?
It has, actually. Because Duane and I didn't live together before the wedding, a lot of people told me that it would hard adjusting to living with each other and that the first year is the hardest. And whilst I agree that marriage does take hard work, it's definitely something I would do 1000 times over again! Duane makes life so much fun and I really feel like I'm doing life with my best friend.
Q6: What do you think makes marriage work?
Communication and LOADS of patience! Patience gives the other person the grace to make mistakes and space to do better. It allows the person to try again. And communication is key! People can't read minds so it's unfair to expect someone to know what you're wanting/feeling/expecting if you haven't spoken up.
Q7: What have you learnt about yourself since being married?
Oh gees, so much! I've realized that I'm more imperfect than I knew and that I suck at communication. I'm big into talking about feelings and stuff (I should've been a psychologist) and I honestly thought I had communication down, but when you get past the whole romantic notions of love and realize that, unlike 10 Things I Hate About You or Nottinghill, you realize that men don't always automatically know what you want and expect. You need to communicate.
Q8: If you could describe your marriage in 3 words, what would they be?
Fun, loving, forgiving.
Q9: Do you have any pearls of wisdom you would like to share with my readers about being married? Perhaps something some wise person once told you, or something you've learnt the hard way?
Marriage is definitely not easy, but it is incredibly worth it and rewarding! It should be loved, nurtured and protected at all costs. Patience is not just a virtue, it can often be a saving grace. Give your Significant Other the space to be human and never be afraid to be the one who loves the most!
You can find Amy at the following places:
- Blog: Tea With Mrs B
- Instagram: @amybrown777
- Facebook: Tea With Mrs Bee
- Twitter: AmyFrancis777
- Pinterest: amybrown777
I hope you have been enjoying this series as much as I have enjoyed putting it together.
If you would like to be featured here on the blog, you can drop me an email using the contact form above or leave me a comment below. I look forward to hearing from you!


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Pine Grove Campus:
From College Road turn east on Peachtree Avenue. Drive one block & Peachtree merges with Pine Grove Drive. Our beige and brick building is on the left.
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Valentine's Day less than two weeks away and I have to say I'm dreading the occasion. I've always felt it was one of those holidays we could really do without because it's always felt so forced. I mean, do we really need a holiday reminding us to tell our loved ones that we love them?
Absolutely not.
I may not be the kind of girl who wants flowers and chocolate for Valentine's Day, but deep down inside I'm a romantic at heart. I love to surprise my husband with what I've always called random days, where I stumble across something I know he'll love and give him a random gift or cook his favorite dinner out of the blue. I just like seeing the smile it brings to his face. And if random day happens to coincide with a rough week at work or a bad day, then that's even better.
I think a lot of people forget that we don't need a holiday or special occasion to give gift or plan a romantic dinner for those we love.
If you're looking to plan a romantic dinner for two, for Valentine's Day, or just because these manicotti make the perfect main course. Just pair it with a loaf of Italian bread, a salad with home made dressing, or Garlic ParmesanGreen Beans and you've got a meal that will please even the pickiest of eaters.
Do you have anything special planned for Valentine's Day, or do you prefer to pretend the holiday doesn't exist?
Spinach Manicotti
makes 3 - 4 servings
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups fresh spinach
16 ounces ricotta cheese
½ cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated
9 Manicotti Noodles
32oz Pasta Sauce (I use Mids Garlic and Onion)
4 ounces fresh mozzarella, shredded
- In a food processor add minced garlic and fresh spinach, pulse until finely chopped, then combine with ricotta and parmigiano-reggiano cheese.
- Place cheese mixture in a disposable icing bag or zip lock bag, cut the tip off, then pipe the filling into the manicotti noodles.
- Place filled noodles in a 7 x 11 inch glass baking dish, cover with sauce, and refrigerate overnight to soften the noodles. If you don't plan on making this dish in advance you'll need to boil the manicotti noodles for 4 - 6 minutes, then allow them to cool before stuffing with cheese.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Top manicotti with shredded mozzarella, then bake for 30 - 40 minutes.


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In Summary - Computer Systems Technician
Videos on the Web
- Computer Systems Technician- from: Youtube Search
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Further Information
- Computer Service and Repair Technician - from: N.C.S. [UK]
The Work - Computer Systems Technician
When new computers arrive from suppliers, computer service technicians check that they are as ordered, then connect and test them to make sure that they are working properly. They install any specialist software which the user may need (such as computer-aided design or email programs). They may also install the equipment at the user's workstation, and perhaps provide basic instruction on how to use it.
Technicians also repair and upgrade older machines.
They may also work on other computer-related equipment, such as printers, scanners and digital cameras.
Where computer networks are used in the organisation, technicians may be responsible for administrative tasks such as issuing passwords and performing a daily back-up, as well as dealing with any problems that crop up. If their main task involves supporting computer networks, they are likely to be given the job title network technician or network administrator.
Many computer service technicians are 'on call' for part or all of their working time to support users who have problems. This might involve explaining how a particular program function works, or identifying and eradicating a computer virus. In some cases, computer service technicians may be able to talk users through their problem on the phone, but in others they may need to visit them personally.
Where they cannot solve a particular problem, technicians may need to talk to suppliers and manufacturers' support staff to try to find a solution.
Most commonly reported Work Tasks
- Oversee the daily performance of computer systems.
- Answer user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation to resolve problems.
- Enter commands and observe system functioning to verify correct operations and detect errors.
- Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of cables, operating systems, or appropriate software.
- Install and perform minor repairs to hardware, software, or peripheral equipment, following design or installation specifications.
- Maintain records of daily data communication transactions, problems and remedial actions taken, or installation activities.
- Read technical manuals, confer with users, or conduct computer diagnostics to investigate and resolve problems or to provide technical assistance and support.
- Refer major hardware or software problems or defective products to vendors or technicians for service.
- Develop training materials and procedures, or train users in the proper use of hardware or software.
- Confer with staff, users, and management to establish requirements for new systems or modifications.
Most commonly reported Work Activities
- Interacting With Computers Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
- Getting Information Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
- Processing Information Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
- Analyzing Data or Information Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
- Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
- Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Interests - Computer Systems Technician
This occupation is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
As a computer service technician, you will need an interest in computers and a logical, methodical approach to your work. Patience and perseverance are important. You will also need a good understanding of the hardware and software used in the organisation (though training is likely to be provided).
Good communication skills are important when speaking to users or clients. Some may not be able to explain their problem clearly, so you will need to be patient, asking questions to help clarify the nature of the problem, and then suggest steps they can take to overcome it.
A reasonable level of physical fitness/stamina is desirable, as computer service technicians may have to carry computers and other heavy equipment to and from storerooms and to users' offices. For some jobs, you may need a driving licence.
Entry Requirements - Computer Systems Technician
Pay & Salary - Computer Systems Technician
Salary Range (thousands per year)* 19k - 39k
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Last Updated: March, 2017
* The lower figures typically reflect starting salaries. Higher salaries are awarded to those with greater experience and responsibility. Positions in Dublin sometimes command higher salaries.
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Useful Contacts - Computer Systems Technician
Smart Futures
- Discover Science & Engineering, Wilton Park House, Wilton Place, Dublin, 2
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ICS - The Society for Chartered IT Professionals in Ireland
- 87-89 Pembroke Road, Dublin 4
- (01) 237 7788
- firstname.lastname@example.com
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Technology Ireland
- 84/86 Lower Baggot Street, Dublin 2
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Some time ago, Google released an update to their Maps API that broke recpath.com. Since the site is no longer functional, I've discontinued it.
Can you put it back?
I do not have any plan to do that, but if you're a programmer, contact me and I'll send you the source code. It's GPL-licensed and you could take over development.
What am I going to use now?
Maybe you'll like one of these:
- Running Map (http://www.runningmap.com/)
- Map My Ride (http://www.mapmyride.com/)
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15 Dec Culver City's Polystyrene Ban PASSES!
We did it! On 12/12/2016, the Culver City Council voted to ban polystyrene take-out containers, cups, straws, lids and cutlery. We directed staff to prepare an ordinance that will go to a final vote in January.
The ban would include polystyrene foam (like the ubiquitous coffee cup) and rigid plastics made of polystyrene (they're the ones labeled #6).
In a recent survey, conducted by the City of Culver City, over 82% of the respondents were in favor of a ban for polystyrene foam products, and 70% also favored a ban on rigid polystyrene.
The ban was proposed by Ballona Creek Renaissance, a grassroots Culver City non-profit dedicated to restoring Ballona Creek, which flows to the Ballona Wetlands, through the Santa Monica Bay, and into the Pacific Ocean.
My previous post describes the ban, but by far the best description of it – and the reasons to pass it – are in this 2 minute video with students from Culver High School:
In fact, the night of the vote was dominated by the voices of Culver City youth, including two local Girls Scout Troops, several members of student government, and members of the Ballona Creek Renaissance High School Club members. Culver City Unified School District made the decision to eliminate their polystyrene lunch trays years ago, switching to compostable trays in 2013. The City and School District partnered on a composting program, significantly reducing the amount of landfill trash for the district's student population of over 6,500.
The ban has gained a lot of media coverage, in local news, blogs, public radio, and today's LA Times Editorial Board's OpEd:
On a personal note… For the past several years, banning polystyrene had been a priority for me. It sure feels good to check off that box from my re-election campaign brochure (and know that so many other priorities will soon see the light)!


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You may be aware that Sparrow is commonly being used as various symbols. When they are used in tattoo art, the sparrow tattoos are usually portrayed in the old-school style. For this particular style, they often appear as cartoon image. Although they have their roots in past cultures, they are also popular in these modern times because of their unique appearance and their unusual meanings.
Table of Contents
- Meanings Of Sparrow Tattoo
- History of Sparrow Tattoo
- Why Is Sparrow Tattoo So Popular?
- Different Popular Sparrow Tattoo Ideas
- Creating Your Own Customize Sparrow Tattoo Ideas
- Conclusion
Meanings Of Sparrow Tattoo
The sparrow birds have been recognized as an emblem of achievements, a symbol of true love and freedom. A lot of sailors have utilized these unique designs to symbolize their long accomplished journey in the ocean. In the modern times, ex-convicts have these tattoos embedded on their bodies to portray their freedom from prison.
They also represent memorial tattoo designs, and in fact, the ancient Egyptians believed that these birds could capture the souls of the dead ones. In the similar situation, the sailors used to associate the sparrow birds to ending their long journey on waters. When they spot this bird flying, it meant that they were nearing the land and would eventually see their loved ones again.
History of Sparrow Tattoo
If you try to look back at history, sparrow tattoo designs have been famous in the world even in ancient times. So, if you're aiming to have one, you should first research its symbolism in history to know why this bird has been a favorite image in tattoo designs to a lot of people.
Based on history, these tattoo designs were first used by the sailors and popularized them. For the sailors, the sparrow signifies good luck that is why they preferred to ink it on their bodies as protection in waters.
Upon seeing a sparrow, they already knew that their ship was close to the land because these birds fly only near the grounds. They have been related to different emotions, and they are known to be symbols of success, loyalty, love, and freedom.
These sparrow tattoo designs were also associated with the culture in prison. They were popularized by the prisoners with their belief that this creature symbolized their liberty from incarceration. This tattoo was also used as an expression of absolute loyalty and deep affection. The sailors were the earliest people to make it popular as a nautical theme.
Why Is Sparrow Tattoo So Popular?
The birds called "sparrows" are not like common birds that you see every day when you look outside of your window that is why a lot of tattoo enthusiasts prefer to embed sparrow tattoo flash on their skins. There was a time when these exotic birds were just sleeping in the tattoo industry.
But that was when people have not yet seen the sparrow engraved on the body of Johnny Depp, the versatile Hollywood actor who played the leading role in the film entitled "Pirates of the Caribbean." From that time, sparrow tattoos suddenly soared high in popularity among tat lovers. Of course, many people know who Jack Sparrow was. His personality was intimidating but appealing and full of the sense of humor.
This is the kind of personality that most men seem to like which led most of them to have one on their skins. Very few women could resist the profile of Jack Sparrow who has shown a lot of charisma and sexiness. Both men and women are drawn to the magnetic aura of Jack Sparrow, and this is one of the reasons why these tattoos suddenly rose to the limelight in the world of tattoos.
Another reason why it has suddenly become a hit in the tattooing business is that sparrows are symbols of freedom. For young people who have just had their independence from their parents by moving out to another location, these tattoos are very suitable.
Having this kind of bird tattoo is also signify that an individual who has gone through a difficult period of trial just like in a failed relationship, as an expression of a newly-found freedom. If you're interested in having this tattoo appear on your skin, you can select from a variety of designs that you can find in online reputable tattoo galleries. Some tat lovers are satisfied to get just a plain design, while others opt to acquire a more complex design.
Different Popular Sparrow Tattoo Ideas
1) Plain Sparrow Drawing Tattoo Designs
One of the most popular tattoo designs that you can find in reputable tattoo galleries nowadays is tribal sparrow tattoo drawings. They are attractive, and if done appropriately, your tattoo can be far different from others. But if you're interested in getting these types of tat designs, it makes sense to conduct a thorough research first.
2) Sparrow Nautical Star Tattoos
A lot of people utilize sparrow tattoo to depict an eternal love. A common way to express this is by having 2 or 3 sparrows diving to reach the nautical star. People believe that this scene depicts the freedom to fall in love, and the right to be loved. One of the modern variations of this theme is to convert the star to a heart's shape, or just draw the star at the middle of the heart.
Another famous design is one depicting 2 or 3 sparrow birds that are diving close to the nautical star which means freedom to love.
3) Sparrow Love Tattoos
You can also opt to combine the image of a sparrow with other symbols of love. An example of this is by showing the bird with a maple leaf in its beak, which is known as a symbolism of parental love by North Americans. Another choice is an image showing the sparrow taking bits of a ripe apple that symbolizes abundance, profound love and sexual passion.
4) Oceanic Sparrow Tattoos
They usually use other known oceanic symbols like the nautical compass, flag, ship, and star. In this style of art, you can use several objects that are found in a nautical map. For example, you can portray the Sparrow diving into the swirling current of water, or a group of sparrows flying around a coastline.
It also can be combined with nautical star tattoo designs and other traditional Oceanic symbols. Some expert tattoo artists also create a combination of the sparrow along with flags, stars, and ships. If your tattoo artist is creative, he would be able to come-up with great sparrow tattoo ideas that can be utilized for creating a bigger symbol that looks attractive.
5) Flying Sparrow On The Coastline Tattoos
In fact, you can portray a sparrow flying around a coastline or one that dives into the water. As far as memorial tat designs are concerned, the sparrow is drawn carrying a banner that mentions the name of the departed person. In accomplishing this kind of tattoo, you can also utilize calligraphy for the name of the person to make it more memorable.
6) Romantic Sparrow Tattoos
You can also draw a particular design among the sparrow tattoo drawings that shows a red rose placed in its talons, or a sparrow perched on top of a harp as symbols of romantic love. An interesting tattoo idea that you can adopt to create this style is having a mosaic of this bird within the shape of a triangle. This shape is applicable here because triangles are Egyptian symbols that also symbolize love. And the modern romantic sparrow tattoos are always portrayed with the flowers.
Creating Your Own Customize Sparrow Tattoo Ideas
Nowadays, creative tat artists can create a tattoo that shows every detail of a complex design even that of the smallest tat designs for girls. A lot of bird tattoos are done in small sizes, but even then, they can still contain a lot of appealing details to come-up with designs that would look feminine on the ankles of women.
Their designs and sizes can be modified to match the wearer, whether a male or a female. Finding the best sparrow tattoo flash for your skin is not that difficult at all considering today's modern technology. All you have to do is search for the kind of style that fits your taste from well-known websites on the internet.
As you go along with your search, you'll find out that there's a wide variety of bird tattoo designs and styles that include the sparrow, which is presented in big and small sizes for you to choose from. While some tat enthusiasts prefer to engrave sparrow tattoo flashes on their chests, there are others who opt to print them on their shoulder blades or stomachs.
In the case of lovers, they choose to have tribal sparrow tattoo drawings on their skins as an expression of their newly-found true love, or otherwise, the profound love that they are continuously in search for. These tattoos are more popular as a nautical theme with a sparrow diving down with colors yellow and blue, or blue and red.
By correctly using the elements of design, and blending of attractive colors to your tattoo, you can certainly come up with a beautiful design.
To make it more meaningful, you can also incorporate other elements of design in your tattoo using attractive colors. Most of the sparrow tattoo designs are commonly engraved on women's foot, chest, arm, and shoulder, and girls prefer to add the images of heart, butterfly, and flowers.


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Apr 05, 2016 | ISBN 9780803741089 | Middle Grade (8-12)
Apr 05, 2016 | ISBN 9781101994290 | Middle Grade (8-12)
Praise for Little Dee and the Penguin
* "A fun-filled, zany story with a serious message about belonging . . . Those who love travel, adventure, learning about animals in remote parts of the world, and comics will enjoy this laugh-out-loud graphic novel. Baldwin's full-color illustrations appeal to all of the senses and keep the story moving—through travel by plane, raft, boat, and on foot, ahead of a pair of hungry polar bears all the way. A must-read for all would-be adventurers."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* "This book is a winner." —School Library Journal, starred review
"Young readers will delight in the cartoonish full-color illustrations and round-the-world, fast-paced adventures while taking comfort in the final lesson—you need just love to make a family."—Booklist
"Readers will enjoy the rollicking adventure." —BCCB


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The top of the throw is finished. It is a simple, contemporary top. Coordinating solids were selected to play with the Tilly fat quarters. I didn't have any solid green that worked so subtle tone on tone prints were used as a substitute. All were cut into 3 1/2" x 6 1/2" rectangles.
The rectangles were arranged on the design floor with an eye toward random.
Rows were stacked and sewn. I *thought* I was smart enough to keep them in order without any extra markers but after making obvious mistakes in the first three rows, I started using pins to keep up with the top and bottom of each rectangle. That made the rest of the top go together easily.
My original plan was to use a piece of flannel for the backing and not use any batting at all. I want something cozy yet not heavy. However, the flannel I have is very inexpensive and already looks yucky after the first washing. The fabric on the front is high quality and deserves a better backing. I'm going to think about a solution for a few days. Layer it as a traditional quilt, get better flannel, or something else?
There's still a pillow to be made for the room. I'm inspired by this picture
from this book.
I'd like to use the Tilly scraps with a single solid color to make a gently curving pillow. I'm going to steal the form from a Christmas pillow so that it can be used year round. It's a homemade form and is probably 12" x 20". I think the curves in the pillow will complement the straight lines of the throw. We'll see soon enough.


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What kind of photography do you specialize in ?
Wedding photography and Headshots are my bread and butter. I also do studio work which includes portraiture, commercial, editorial, and product photography.
What kind of studio work do you do ?
Editorials, portraiture, fashion and product photography. I am very versatile and shoot on location anywhere with portable studio lighting setups to create a wide variety of photographic looks. Rather than have you come to the studio I bring it straight to you.
What is your wedding photography style like?
My style is a unique mixture of contemporary artistic and photo-journalistic photography. Most of the day's work will be captured candid moments with minimal interference to get the most natural story elements of your wedding day. Posing for portraits will be guided to obtain the most artistic and flattering results. When it comes to the couple's private shoot a mixture of styles will be used ranging from natural light to portable studio lighting techniques to be adaptable to any lighting situation. Most of all we want you to relax and enjoy yourself, its those simply beautiful moments such as a romantic glance or kiss between a bride and groom that can make the most honest and blissful captured moments.
Where will you shoot weddings?
Anywhere, I love to travel. New York and New Jersey are the main regions I cover but I will also do destination weddings at the added expense of travel and lodging.
Will you help us plan our wedding day?
We will most definitely give you personal advice and tips about planning your wedding day from past experience but we are not a wedding planning service and it is recommended that you rely on a hired wedding planner to get everything covered from A-Z.
What kind of prints do you make?
Prints are guaranteed to be of the best professional quality from our trusted photo lab that works with top notch equipment and highest grade photo paper materials. We can print many sizes ranging from 4x6 to large panoramic images for your living room. You do have the freedom to print elsewhere if you choose but we can only guarantee print quality from our own lab. For more info see our article on the suggested ways to print your photos.
What kind of albums do you provide?
If you choose a package with a wedding album we will get you the finest quality genuine handmade Italian leather album, large sized 11x14 inches, and about 80 -120 images depending on the design layout chosen. You can choose from sixteen vibrant Italian leather colors with embossing included.
How do you deliver my wedding photos ?
Your photos will be sent by mail on beautiful a custom wooden flash box set with a choice of color. You will have your names and wedding date artfully engraved on the cover of the box and on the flash drive. Generally you should have your photos between 4-6 weeks at your doorstep. You will also get an online gallery for easy online full resolution download and print ordering. We will be there for you every step of the way to make sure you get everything on time and are completely pleased. Your photos will also be backed up on external media for a full year for complete peace of mind.
How do you edit our photos?
I personally believe in crisp, clean and artistic image editing. Images are made to look vibrant and natural without excessive Photoshop filter effects. One thing that sets my work apart is that I rely on exceptional photography lighting techniques and less on image processing. About 85% of the photos delivered are in full vibrant color and 15% are in black & white or Sepia, but I usually will give you more than one version of a photo if it seems artistically appropriate.
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January 21 2014 (JUBA) – At least 2,500 people have died Bor, the capital of South Sudan's Jonglei state, following its three week occupation by rebels who have been fighting government for over a month, local MPs claimed after visiting the area on Tuesday.
- Shops allegedly torched by rebels are pictured in Bor, capial of Jonglei state, on January 19, 2014 (Photo AFP /Waakhe Simon Wudu)
Deng Dau Deng, the chairperson of Greater Bor Members of Parliament in the South Sudan National Assembly, said that the figure is based on a preliminary reports by local chiefs and youth leaders.
The South Sudanese army (SPLA), backed by the Ugandan army and armed young men affiliated to the government forced the rebels to withdraw from the Bor last weekend.
Research organisation, the International Crisis Group has estimated that as many as 10,000 people have been killed in the conflict, which began in the capital Juba and has spread to Jonglei, Unity and Upper Nile states. The United Nations says that over half a million people have been displaced.
It was the fourth time the key town has changed hands since a large section of the army there defected just days after severe fighting in Juba, the South Sudanese capital, between soldiers loyal to President Salva Kiir and those who back his former deputy Riek Machar.
The members of parliament representing the constituencies of Bor South, Bor Central and Bor North, who visited the town using three small planes, said that the devastation is immense.
One of the MPs, June Malet, told Sudan Tribune in Bor that she had seen the bodies of "14 women killed in a church compound".
The bodies of 32 patients, including 10 children, where also found in Bor civil hospital.
Later in the day Malet discovered that her mother, like many old people who either refused to leave or were not able to flee, had been killed in her home in Bor.
Nearly all elderly people people who refused to leave Bor before 31 December 2013 have been killed, according to government officials, who blame the rebels for the death of patients and old people.
These claims cannot be independently verified but Sudan Tribune did witness the 32 dead bodies which had been dumped in a small room at the hospital.
The leader of the investigation team, MP Deng, appealed to the government and international community to set aside funds for the reconstruction of Bor as well as Bentiu and Malakal, which have suffered a similar fate.
Dend said that this was the second time forces loyal to Riek Machar had been responsible for a massacre in Bor - referring to the 1991 incident which Amnesty International estimates killed 2,000 people.
The recent rebellion is the second time Machar has split from the SPLA. The first was in 1991 during the height of the civil war when the SPLA was itself a rebel group fighting the Sudanese government.
South Sudan achieved independence in 2011 following a 2005 peace deal, after which the SPLA became a national army and attempted to absorb South Sudan's many other armed groups, including those who had been used by Khartoum to fight SPLA during the civil war.
Many of the soldiers who have mutinied over the last six weeks in Jonglei, Unity and Upper Nile were originally from groups that fought the SPLA during the civil war. In Bor the defection was led by Peter Gadet who has changed sides numerous times during the civil war and since South Sudan's independence.
Despite achieving cessation from the Sudan many observers say that the new nation did not fully resolve the internal political and ethnic differences caused by decades of conflict.
Machar denies attempting to stage a coup against Kiir's government but is now leading the rebellion against the government in which he served as Vice President from 2005 until he was sacked by Kiir in July 2011.
The President's critics say he has become increasingly dictatorial and has tried to use the army infighting to silence his critics. Eleven senior members of the ruling SPLM have been detained for over a month accused of being part of the alleged coup attempt.


text: Register for Any Of Our Programs Home > Figure Skating Freestyle Sessions FREESTYLE SESSION INFORMATION:VISIT THE ICE SCHEDULE under the public skate tab to see our freestyle sessions!!!Pricing: $12.00 per session$100.00 with a 10-visit punch card = discount of $2.00 per sessionSkaters must sign in for each session before getting on the ice.You do not have to pre-register for freestyle. It's a first come first serve basis.To see our Freestyle sessions, please see the ice schedule under "public skate" tab. Freestyle Session Rules Keep an eye out at ALL TIMES for other skater's, be aware of your surroundings and others as well.Skaters, coaches and parents are expected to show courtesy and good sportsmanship to others.A skater experiencing problems with another skaters ice etiquette should approach the management for help.A skater in their program has the right of way, please be courteous and watch out for that skater.The ice is for practice, not socialization. Standing in the corners is to be particularly avoided. Please leave the ice if you wish to socialize or take a break.Music is played on a first come, first serve basis. Program music will be played in the order it's requested. A coach may request that the program of a skater taking a private lesson be placed at the front of the line.Requests by coaches will alternate with tapes already in line (ex. coach, skater, coach, skater..). Other music must be put at the end of the line.Programs should not be restarted except during a private lesson. A skater wishing to restart their program will have to put their music at the end of the line.Have fellow skaters play your music for you if you cannot do so yourself.Please do not get on the ice until the Olympia doors have been shut.Swearing, name calling, along with other derogatory remarks are prohibited and could result in the ejections of skaters from the ice for the duration of the session.No one is allowed on the ice without skates on!Skaters, parents and visitors are not allowed in the hockey boxes.You MUST sign-in at the front counter for each session you skate on.You may not skate half way through 2 different sessions unless you are in a lesson and it has been approved ahead of time by Kirsten West, Skating Director. Please follow our freestyle schedule appropriately.It is the coach's responsibility to educate their skaters on the ethics and etiquette of freestyle sessions at Reisterstown Sportsplex!The staff of Reisterstown Sportsplex will enforce these basic rules during all freestyle sessions. All coaches are also expected to inform their students of these rules and enforce these rules when on the ice. The management reserves the right to take disciplinary action if deemed necessary against any skater, coach or parent. Some of the actions that could be taken include, but are not limited to, verbal warnings, time-outs from the ice, or even suspension from the rink. Worthington Valley Figure Skating Club Worthington Valley FSC is excited to announce that we have been approved as an official USFS club! http://www.worthingtonvalleyfsc.org/We are grateful to all our many supporters who helped us assemble the strong application package that led to this success. The Worthington Valley Board is now preparing an exciting first year of skating club activities and we look forward to seeing you all at the rink! We know many of you have been eagerly awaiting the news in anticipation of making Worthington Valley FSC your home club. The 2016-2017 skating season begins July 1 and we are now accepting applications. Our application form describes the full list of membership options. If you've not done so already, please complete an application form and submit it with payment (checks made out to Worthington Valley FSC) by mailing it to (or dropping it off at): Worthington Valley FSC Reisterstown Sportsplex 401 Mitchell Drive Reisterstown, MD 21136


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The Miracle of the Elevens.
Last night, after watching a movie on my laptop with Poor Kyle, I glanced up at the toolbar in the right hand corner and noticed the battery read 11% charged. I plugged in the laptop to let it build up juice, and went to lay my tired little head on the memory foam pillow awaiting it. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw the red numbers of the alarm clock glaring out at me: 11:11 p.m. On the eve of November 11. 11/11. 11%. 11:11 p.m.
It's a Remembrance Day miracle.
Where I grew up, this holiday was called Veteran's day, and it meant absolutely nothing to me. That sounds cold and heartless, but it's true. To me, it was a day off school. The end. While I'm sure my teachers put forth a noble effort to help me appreciate the significance of the day, I'm also sure I blocked those attempts out of my memory--I didn't care why we had a holiday, but I was glad.
Well, I've changed. Maybe it's the fact I've moved to Canada where I'm inundated with poppies and flags and war stories and memorials, or maybe I've just grown up [the former, most likely]. But whatever the reason, I find my thoughts drawn ever-increasingly to the veterans of old these days.
If you are American, you may or may not have ever heard of the significance behind poppies at this time of year. You may not even know what a poppy is--I know I didn't, until a few years ago. {Poppy seed muffins...now that's another story.}
In Flanders Fields
By John McCrae (1915)
By John McCrae (1915)
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie,
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
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Christ Covenant Church programs may include but are not limited to participation in firearms training, hiking, mountain biking, and camping in an outdoor setting. The participant is aware in agreeing to this release that certain elements of the retreat are physically and emotionally demanding, and that not all hazards and dangers associated with the activities can be foreseen. The participant understands that certain risks, dangers and injuries, including fatality, due to acts of God, inclement weather, slipping, falling, insect bites, equipment failure and all other circumstances inherent to outdoor settings may exist in the program's activities. The participant also agrees it is impossible for Christ Covenant Church to guarantee absolute safety. The participant understands and voluntarily assumes all such risks, dangers and injuries associated with participation in this program and agrees that neither Christ Covenant Church, its elders, staff nor other representatives in any capacity shall be responsible for any loss, damages, or injuries resulting to the participant in the absence of gross negligence imputable to Christ Covenant Church.
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A cinematic cutscene starts the game.
A tumultuous blizzard has fallen on the city. Swarms of police cars hurry through the snowy streets of Manhattan, accumulating around the base of a skyscraper. Atop the building stands Max Payne - gun in hand, a beaten mess. He looks weary, but stands defiant.
A voiceover intrudes over the soundtrack.
"They were all dead. The final gunshot was an exclamation mark to everything that had lead to this point. I released my finger from the trigger - and then it was over. To make any sense of it all, I have to go back three years. Back to the night the pain started."
Graphic novel panels pick up the story.
Three years earlier, Max is a detective with the NYPD. With a wife and newborn daughter at home, Max has given up smoking along with undercover work - "Michelle and the baby come first," he tells his partner. But arriving home to his house on the Jersey side, Max gets an uneasy sense of foreboding.
Voiceover. "I didn't like the way the show started. They'd given me the best seat in the house - front-row center."
Gameplay picks up the tale.
You enter the house to find it in disarray. Furniture is overturned, graffiti is strewn about the walls. A telephone rings nearby, and you approach the phone.
Illustrated panels. Max answers the phone, telling the caller to notify the police. "Is this the Payne residence?" she asks. "Yes," Max replies. "Good. I am afraid I cannot help you." The phone disconnects with an ominous click.
Gameplay. You hear gunshots followed by your wife's scream and charge upstairs with your gun drawn. Two drug-addled thugs emerge from the baby's bedroom, and you take down the intruders before finding the tiny body of your daughter lying lifeless in her crib. You hear more gunshots and hurry to the master bedroom. Inside you dispatch another assailant, but you're too late.
Cinematic. Max sobs uncontrollably as he finds Michelle's dead body slumped across the bed. He bellows a final heartwrenching scream as he holds his wife for the last time.
Voiceover. I am Max Payne. This is my story.
Gameplay. You are Max Payne. This is your story.
Cinematic and illustrated vignettes. He is Max Payne. This is his story.
It's a rather schizophrenic experience if you stop to think about it. From the very opening moments, Max narrates the tale in the first-person: "I released my finger from the trigger"; "I didn't like the way the show started." Yet at the same time, the game provides a second-person narrative by asserting that you, the player, are Max Payne, that playing allows you to inhabit both the body and persona of Max, and thus suggesting that "you enter the house" and "you dispatch the intruders upstairs." And just to further complicate matters, the player must intermittently relinquish control of Max during cutscenes, illustrated passages, and other moments of third-person action, moments when Max is not providing the story nor the player inhabiting the role of Max: "Max answers the phone"; "Max kneels over his wife's dead body." As a result, the game provides an eclectic mix of first-, second-, and third-person address - all in reference to the same character!


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Buju Signals Imminent Music Release. Teaser Suggests Artiste Remains Guarded.
Tarrus Riley Gets Personal with NYC on October 1st.
Grammy Collectors, Third World Stays Atop the Charts With New 'Jr. Gong' Produced Album.
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Kanye West Gives Jamaica A 2 Hour Long Sunday Service; Brings Jesus Front and Centre.
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The final traces of evidence in the drug overdose death of David Anthony Kennedy, son of Robert F. Kennedy and Ethel Skakel Kennedy, remain under wraps at the Palm Beach police station 26 years after the fact.
That is where they will stay – boxed up and sealed under a permanent injunction.
The fourth of 11 children, David Kennedy battled multiple addictions before his death on April 25, 1984, at age 28 at the Brazilian Court hotel.
He had arrived in Palm Beach April 19 to join other family members, as was their habit for the annual Easter holiday.
The young Kennedy died in his hotel room where investigators found traces of cocaine and the painkiller Demerol in the toilet, leading to speculation that someone had tampered with the scene.
Two bellhops each faced charges of selling cocaine to David Kennedy. They pleaded no contest to a lesser charge and were sentenced to 18 months' probation.
Generally evidence is held until the State Attorney's office notifies the police department's Crime Scene Unit that it is no longer needed, according to police.
In the David Kennedy case, the evidence remains in place, sealed with an order citing a court challenge filed by the members of the Kennedy family against the Palm Beach County Medical Examiner, Chief Joseph Terlizzese and Palm Beach County State Attorney David Bludworth.


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Tips On Keeping Your Baby Healthy During Flu Season
1. Protect yourself and your baby
General guidelines for keeping the flu at bay include frequent hand washing, coughing into your arm instead of your hands, and avoiding being around sick people as best you can. Babies under six months old can't get a flu shot, but everyone else should, according to Dr. Gwenn Schurgin-O'Keeffe, MD, FAAP, a spokesperson for The American Academy of Pediatrics. "Make sure all grownups and kids who are eligible for the flu shot get it. That's the number one way of protecting infants during this time of year," she says.
2. Don't be afraid to ask if someone is sick
"Parents have to be very brave and ask if anyone is sick," says Schurgin-O'Keeffe. "They need to be willing to keep the baby home or keep the baby upstairs." In addition to preventing illness, new babies don't have the temperament to be around crowds for a long period of time. "Babies don't want to be around all the hubbub," she says.
Sometimes even the best-laid plans don't exactly work out. Schurgin-O'Keeffe recalls a holiday story when she had her first child:
"My husband spent Thanksgiving watching football in the bedroom." she recalls. "But every time someone came into the room, they held the baby." So she and her husband started making some simple rules, like asking family and friends to ask if it was okay to pick up the baby. "By the time the second one came around," she explains, "we'd ask everyone to wash their hands before they held her."
3. The baby jetsetter
If you baby is under one month old, it may not be ideal to start accumulating frequent flyer miles just yet. Schurgin-O'Keeffe recommends not flying if your baby's under a month old. Not only hasn't she been immunized, all of the activity that surrounds air travel isn't ideal for a postpartum mom either.
Schurgin-O'Keeffe suggests you think about driving to your holiday gathering, or ask family and friends who live out of town to visit you this year.
4. Shopping for gifts, not germs
While you can decide whether or not to visit someone who may be sick, you can't control germs that may be lurking around the mall. You may want to buy gifts online, but if you love hitting holiday sales, consider having someone care for your baby at hope while you shop. If you prefer taking the baby with you, be on alert. Fellow shoppers may want to admire or touch your beautiful baby. Schurgin-O'Keeffe recommends keeping baby in a stroller, covered with a light blanket to keep friendly strangers at bay.
5. Be cautious, even if it's not a White Christmas
If you live in a warm climate, you'll still want to take some precautions. Schurgin-O'Keeffe tells new parents to keep babies in air-conditioned rooms, and watch that they don't get over-heated. It's especially important to make sure your baby is eating and drinking enough and has plenty of wet diapers.
Otherwise, the same guidelines for babies in snowy, winter wonderlands apply to babies ready for the beach.
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Our First Show! Victorian Caravan, Camping and Touring Supershow
Victorian Caravan, Camping and Touring Supershow Hopefully some of our friends and customers had the opportunity to visit us at the recent Victorian Caravan & Touring Show held in Melbourne at the end of February. With Pacific's headquarters being in Victoria it was fantastic to show our new and amazing caravans on 'home soil'. The […]Read More


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Quality Advice For Your House Improvement Projects
Very minor renovations can dramatically improve your home's value. You may even enhance your resale value with updates for lots of money. These advice will lead you from the right direction.
Clean your air conditioner's filter frequently. Whether it isn't clean, it would use more energy to clean your home. The machine will run for a longer time than needed. You must replace the filter monthly before it gets clogged.
Repainting a porch can be something you need to do. The paint you use should be high-quality and formulated for exterior use. Just be sure the brand new paint offers the same base use oil over oil based and latex over water based paint. An oil-based paint is much better for trims and can last a long time but you should utilize a water-based paint for decks or floors since oil-based paint can become slippery in the winter months.
If you're utilizing a contractor, have got a signed contract in place before work begins. If you can, use a lawyer look at the contract before moving forward. Start and end dates, work to be completed and warranty information should be stated within the contract.
Try keeping your building materials up between your ceiling rafters. Components of molding which can be long, and materials which can be bigger than which can be placed here with minimal effort. All you want do is defined some furring strips on floor joists or maybe your rafters.
Seal cracks at home with caulk.
This assists keep bugs out and lowers utility costs. This can be achieved by applying caulk around windows and to baseboards. Caulking these areas really helps to keep cool air as well as heat from getting out.
You ought to keep small jars to organize your supplies. Glue the screw tops underneath some shelving. Maintain your smaller such things as beads, screws, nails or any other small hardware from the jars. Then, simply twist your jars within their new house. You can expect to use every inch of your shelf, and you also are recycling the jars at the same time.
Place peepholes on your doors. It is actually helpful so that you can see who is on the reverse side in the door prior to open it up. Installing a peephole is reasonable and can be achieved quickly. For those who have a drill, the peep hole, and a few minutes to spare, you have a redesigning. Along with the added sensation of security you'll gain from this, a peephole also helps to make the door look more desirable.
If you are living with an elderly or disabled relative, remember to look at their safety, mobility, and accessibility when planning your improvements. A shower stall you could stroll into is significantly safer compared to a bathtub having a shower. You can also install grab bars with your bathroom to create the task for cleaning up a lttle bit easier also.
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Hatch started 2017 with a month-long residency at Middlebury College in Vermont with Andrew W. Mellon Interdisciplinary Choreographer Maree ReMalia. Working with guest artists Hyunjung Lee and Joseph Hall, we explored seeds of ideas that will grow into our next crop of full-length work. In addition to this new work, Hatch taught a class with Maree that focused on collaboration in the arts
A young family sprouts from the hills of Southwestern Pennsylvania. A Catholic priest from Eastern Minnesota embeds himself in a new community. Guided by the science and wisdom of two saints, Driftless unearths the full cost of hydraulic fracturing, also known as fracking, and asks us to consider lives, relationships, and heritage as we seek answers for the future of our world. Why must families choose between their health and a viable economic future? Based on interviews with community members, Driftless brings an ongoing debate into the heart of our family kitchens.
Hatch was delighted to remount Chickens in the Yard in November 2015 as part of Quantum Theatre's 25th season through the Gerri Kay New Voices Program. The program honors Quantum's longtime board member, friend, and supporter. Learn more.
Collaborating with a group of undergraduate students, local artists, and several adjunct faculty members, Hatch generated new performance material over a four-week devised theater intensive. The process involved conversation, reading, and performance exercises related to student debt, college and university governance, and the experience of the adjunct instructor.
What does it mean to write on a wall? What can it tell us about ownership, gender, expression, and value? Saturated with sharp humor and coded references, Walldogs probes a simple action that humans have performed since we learned to draw.
Driftless Phase 2, supported by the Heinz Endowments' Small Arts Initiative, gathered nine artists from various disciplines to create a second, short performance piece. This group spent two weeks responding to transcripts from a recent trial involving a protest at a frac sand facility in Winona, MN. The culminating 30-minute performance was presented on May 23rd, 2014, at PearlArts Studios.
This site-specific performance lasted about 30 minutes and took the form of a love poem from the Midwest's Driftless region to the Marcellus Shale of Western Pennsylvania. Written in frack sand and natural gas, Driftless navigates an encounter between the non-profit world of environmental activism and the reality of hydraulic fracturing. Mixing real accounts of this issue with US tax code, a Roman Catholic Mass, the writings of Plutarch, and corporate literature, Driftless enters and fills the complex cracks and fractures of a complicated conversation.
Chickens in the Yard is a new play that tells the story of a family through the eyes of their four chickens. Set in Pittsburgh, Chickens in the Yard explores what a gay identity means for one couple, as they journey from the families that raised them to the family they choose to create together. Amidst the struggle to define partnership and wrestle with individual family ties, Chickens in the Yard invites you to join them in taking one messy step forward.