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Do you follow Nesting With Grace? It's definitely one of my favorite blogs. Brooke has such awesome style. Brooke posted an Instagram story recently that had me inspired to refresh my kitchen. Brooke shared how she removed everything from her kitchen counters and then brought it all back in, but placed it in a new spot. This is a great way to change up your kitchen, or any space in your home for that matter, to make it feel fresh and exciting again.
I painted our cabinets, for the fourth time, about two years ago and I don't plan on painting them again anytime soon. I mean, I have thought about it, because I love the feeling of a new paint color and how it can instantly make your kitchen feel brand new, but this color (BM Wrought Iron) has been great and I'm not sick of it yet. It could use a few touch ups here and there, but that's really no big deal.
Once you go from light cabinets to dark, I don't think there is any going back. I say this because white cabinets get so dirty so fast and it's so nice to not have to constantly wipe them down with the darker color. Yes, the dirt is still there, but what you don't see wont hurt you :)
My upper cabinets are still white because I like the contrast. Also upper cabinets don't get near as dirty as lower cabinets. I have thought about painting my upper cabinets dark too but can't decide if I should or not, what do you think? Yes or No?
Anyway, sorry I'm rambling. This blog post is not about paint colors, it's about decor, so let's move on. Something that I've recently added to our kitchen is this curtain. I bought the fabric at a yard sale and used curtain clips to hang it up. So very simple! It's amazing at how much curtains can change the look of a room.
Like I mentioned in the beginning of this post, I was inspired by Brooke, and so like Brooke, I first removed everything off of my counters, gave the counter tops a good cleaning and then started bringing things back in, but placing the things in a new location.
I started with this side of our kitchen that has a built-in hutch look. This area always becomes a catch-all in our home. It's where we throw our keys, phones, ipads, etc. etc. You know what I'm talking about, right? I think every home has a spot like this. So I brought in this white box with rope handle. The plant is just placed there for the picture, but in real life this will be a great spot to place all of those phones, chargers, and what not's.
Function really is the most important thing in a kitchen. So when bringing my decor back in, I really thought about what was working and what was not working for us.
Next, I focused on the other side of the room. This is the counter that we use most for preparing food and so I tried to keep it cleared from extra clutter.
I placed my large jars along the back wall. I've had these jars for years and they have been wonderful for holding baking staples.
The large jars and the wood tray that they are on are all from yard sales. Of course :)
Tucked in the corner is one of my water fountains. I have a couple of water fountains around our home because I absolutely LOVE them. They really make our home feel extra calm and relaxing.
I usually have a lot of stuff around our kitchen sink like candles, plants, soaps, lotions...etc. etc. and so for a nice change I removed it all and am currently liking the clean and simplicity of this area.
I bought this paper towel holder at a yard sale this summer and think it's the coolest thing ever. I looked online for it so I could share a link with you, but have yet to find it. I did however come across a ton of other really neat paper towel holder options during my search, so I may just write up a blog post to share them with you, and hopefully I can find something similar to this one as well.
Most of the decor around our home has come from yard sales or thrift stores. I love to collect things that speak to me and then find a place for it all in our home.
So basically what you see on this little wall in our kitchen has all been "junk" I've collected over the years. The anchor plate however can be found HERE at Wayfair.
Now let's move on to the other end of our kitchen. I ended up putting most of everything I had here to begin with back in its original spot. It just seems to make sense leaving these items where they were. However, I did hang up a dinner bell on the wall and placed a bread box in the corner to hide our coffee and coffee filters. Oh and I also used a little galvanized tray to hold some oils and spices. Even though they were little changes, those little changes still made a difference in our kitchen.
I have a love for Hawaii, and so every time I see one of these pineapples made from exotic woods at a yard sale or thrift store I have to buy it.
I also gave our fridge a much needed clean slate. Before it was over loaded with pictures and notes and now it's ready for a fresh start.
I get a lot of comments on my kitchen stools. I bought them at a yard sale and have covered the seats a couple of times. The fabric that is on them currently is some lovely fabric I picked up while on vacation to Hawaii.
And Again, I feel like I'm getting off topic :) The purpose of my blog post today was just to share how I have refreshed our kitchen, and hopefully inspire you to change a few things around your own homes as well. Just making a few little changes can really help to make your space feel fresh and new. I think that we all get into a styling rut sometimes and it's such a good feeling to switch things up every so often.
And now I leave you today with this funny picture of Liam. My boys love to jump in front of the camera whenever I take pictures of our home and I thought this one was just too cute not to share.
Please let me know if you have any comments, questions, or suggestions about our kitchen, I'd love to hear them.
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On December 18th, Baroness will release their new album, Purple. In anticipation, the LP is streaming in its entirety below.
The follow-up to Yellow & Green, due out through the band's own Abraxan Hymns label, spans 10 tracks and was produced by Dave Fridmann (Sleater-Kinney, Tame Impala). It marks Baroness's fourth LP to date and first since their harrowing bus crash in 2012.
Following the accident, which left nine people injured, drummer Allen Blickle and bassist Matt Maggioni announced their departure from the band. The new album sees guitarist/vocalists John Baizley and Pete Adams rounded out by new members in bassist/keyboardist Nick Jost and drummer Sebastian Thomson.
In a statement, Baizley spoke at length about the band's vision for the new record:
"After releasing a lengthy and investigative record like Yellow & Green we all felt that we needed to make something much more direct and immediate. We wanted to write with our normal focus on artistry, balanced against an increased level of energy and focus. It was important for us to write our new songs with the type of enthusiasm and expressiveness that could act as a counterpoint to the album's dark themes. As a result, the music came out in an intense, heavy and sonically captivating in a new way, which was important, loathe, as we are to fall into any kind of complacency pitfall or formulaic songwriting routine. Purple is the most fully realized representation of our intention as a band; considering the amount of physical and mental energy spent writing it, we have accomplished something which would have seemed impossible to us a couple of years ago."
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It's a complaint I hear occasionally from people starting the Wheat Belly lifestyle: "I'm losing my hair. Big clumps of hair fall out when I brush!"
Why does this happen? And is it permanent? Will people become bald after a few months?
Take a look at the many before/afters people have posted on the Wheat Belly Facebook page and the photos I've posted over the years on the Wheat Belly Blog. Even within the first few days, we commonly witness a curious and dramatic reduction in facial swelling, reduction in around-the-eye puffiness, reversal of skin redness. Many people look quite different. In other words, we see reversal of skin inflammation upon removal of all wheat and grains, since we are removing the several skin inflammation-provoking components such as gliadin, gliadin-derived peptides, wheat germ agglutinin, and the insulinotrophic amylopectin A. Although we see it most clearly on the face, the process of inflammation reversal is body-wide, from head to toe, from mouth to anus, from airway to brain.
Recall that hair is a form of skin and it obviously originates within the skin. When the skin of the scalp experiences reduced inflammation, it sometimes responds with hair loss. So hair loss is an early feature of the response to inflammation reversal that develops in some people. The majority of people who experience this effect find that, after a few months, hair grows back thicker and richer than before.
The only time you need to pursue other causes is if the hair loss proves persistent, an uncommon development. But if you do, consider:
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- Collagen hydrolysates—Combine the oxytocin-boosting L. reuteri yogurt with collagen hydrolysates and you can, over time, enjoy thicker hair (though it will not cause new hair growth). Two tablespoons per day added, for instance, to your coffee makes it easy to incorporate into your daily routine.
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In the comments on the John and Mimi post, @Karen and some others have elucidated a theory that I've toyed with for years, myself: that John Lennon, Chief Beatle and beloved by all denizens of Dullblog, suffered from bipolar disorder.
Formerly called manic depression, bipolar disorder is "a condition in which a person has periods of depression and periods of being extremely happy or being cross or irritable. In addition to these mood swings, the person also has extreme changes in activity and energy levels." (Definition courtesy of the University of Maryland Medical Center.)
The U of M page goes on:
Bipolar disorder affects men and women equally. It usually starts between ages 15 and 25. The exact cause is not known. But it occurs more often in relatives of people with bipolar disorder. In most people with bipolar disorder, there is no clear cause for the periods (episodes) of extreme happiness and high activity or energy (mania) or depression and low activity or energy (depression). The following may trigger a manic episode:
Medicines such as antidepressants or steroids
Periods of not being able to sleep (insomnia)
Recreational drug use
The manic phase may last from days to months. It can include these symptoms:
Easily distracted
Little need for sleep
Poor judgment
Poor temper control
Reckless behavior and lack of self-control such as drinking, drug use, sex with many partners, spending sprees
Very irritable mood, such as racing thoughts, talking a lot, false beliefs about self or abilities
Very involved in activities
The depressive episode may include these symptoms:
Daily low mood or sadness
Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
Eating problems such as loss of appetite and weight loss, or overeating and weight gain
Fatigue or lack of energy
Feeling worthless, hopeless, or guilty
Loss of pleasure in activities once enjoyed
Loss of self-esteem
Thoughts of death or suicide
Trouble getting to sleep or sleeping too much
Pulling away from friends or activities that were once enjoyed
Persons with bipolar disorder are at high risk of suicide, [and using] alcohol [or] other substances.
This can make the symptoms and suicide risk worse.
Episodes of depression are more common than episodes of mania. The pattern is not the same in all persons with bipolar disorder:
Depression and mania symptoms may occur together. This is called a mixed state.
Symptoms may also occur right after each other. This is called rapid cycling.
For me, there's a lot here that resonates with John Lennon. From what we know about his life, let us address this issue, and see if we can't come to some reasonable conclusion. Was John Lennon bipolar? And more to the point: how can the etiology of bipolar disorder explain and illuminate the story of John Lennon's life, and the story of the Beatles?
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Hi Michael, thanks for the thoughtful insights. This is my first post but I have been reading this blog for a while. If you forgive my poor English, here are my two cents:
It seems to me that John was more likely suffering from a major depression than bipolar disorder. He did seem to be quite easily provoked, but it could be that he simply had an aggressive (compulsive as well?) personality – just like his zodiac sign: dragon :). But there were few signs that he was regularly experiencing manic or hypomanic episodes (a hallmark state of bipolar disorder) in his final days. The hypomanic state (more common than manic state) is marked by great mood, excessive energy, excitement, in addition to irritability. When a BD patient is in a hypomanic phase, he/she can be quite productive, starting lots of projects but is easily distracted. Having lots of half-finished work is quite typical for BD patients. But I didn't see this in John Lennon, at least not from what I have heard. Instead, many people mentioned about John's reclusive+sedentary lifestyle, loss of weight, suicide attempt, etc. If he was constantly low, he was more likely to have depression than bipolar disorder.
Wondered about this too. I find it interesting to map the possible highs and lows that we know about:
1963 through mid-1964 seems like a high. "Becoming world famous and having your teenage dreams come true" isn't listed as a trigger for a manic episode, but it certainly seems possible that such events could trigger a manic episode. Not to mention excessive recreational drug use—Prellies.
Somewhere in late 1964, John sinks into a trough. Witness the downbeat songs on Beatles for Sale, the Help! "Fat Elvis" phase, etc. It seems like this lasts until late 1965, at least.
I don't really know where John "was" for the first half of 1966. He was starting to use LSD, but he hadn't had the opportunity to trip for days that would really change him later on. It sounds like he was pretty depressed in Spain.
November '66 – August '67 seems like another manic phase. Yes, John is checked out regarding band leadership, but he's staying up for days on LSD, working on Pepper, and there's plenty of evidence that, despite the "wasting away in Weybridge" narrative, when the Beatles weren't recording, he was spending a fair amount of time in London partying with the Swingin' Elite.
I think from Eppy's death to May '68, there's another depressive episode. On returning from India, the most notorious possible manic phase begins. Yoko, heroin, hostility toward Paul and the other Beatles, then the peace movement, etc. This is the era that used to make me wonder if he was bipolar.
Sometime in 1970, I think another depressive episode began. That's part of what led them to Janov, I believe—John was getting really bad.
I'm not as well versed in the next couple of years, but John's 1972/STINYC period seems like another manic phase—and he was apparently back on heroin at this time. The supposedly "Lost Weekend" also seems like a manic phase. Lots of recreational drug use and drinking, and the simultaneous fear of abandonment and liberation in full swing.
According to Goldman, John got truly, and badly, hooked on heroin and turned into the Dakota Years recluse after Sean's birth. It seems like 1976-early 1980 were a long, depressive period for him.
And sadly and finally, in late 1980, John would seem to be in another manic phase.
EDIT: Read the original post again, and it sounds a lot to me like the Lost Weekend was a mixed state. Which would make sense, because I think being apart from Yoko was both traumatizing and exhilarating for John.
Thank you @Karen for your insight. This is a fascinating way to map Lennon's unraveling. Also, I bet there aren't many studies on the effects of diurnal LSD use on undiagnosed bipolar disorder, but I am equally confident that there is no way that such use can't have a powerfully disruptive effect on stability.
It would seem that John's possible manic and depressive episodes (going with the hypothesis that he did suffer from some form of BPD, I'm just going to characterize them as such) were triggered my a mix of external events and internal brain chemistry changes. For example, why doesn't the stress and sleep disruption in Hamburg or 1963 trigger a serious depressive episode? But in 1964, it seems like after the American tour finishes, John falls into a depressive state. Maybe weed, and its ability to make John look inward instead of outward (like speed would do), interacted with the effects of stress, an unhealthy lifestyle, and disrupted sleep, was the trigger?
It definitely seems to me that the stress of coming back from India (with whatever happened to him there), the obvious end of his marriage to Cynthia, and returning to his old life of Weybridge, London and Abbey Road after he was profoundly changed or opened up in Rishikesh, jumpstarted an affective episode. Yoko's arrival a couple weeks in only compounded that. This is May '68, and that's when John also convened the Jesus meeting. He seems to have been going nonstop from then until late 1969/early 1970.
Interesting about the hypersexuality. I just started reading Giuliano's "Lennon in America," with several bags' worth of salt. But between that and Goldman, the portrait emerges not simply of a horny rock star a la Paul McCartney or Mick Jagger, but of someone who cannot contain overpowering sexual urges. FWIW—and this belongs in a older comment thread—the book also alleges outright that John was bisexual and suggests that John and Stu had a romantic, then briefly physical, relationship. (It also reports that John was spotted "passively engaged in anal sex" with another man, by a partygoer, in 1965. My reaction to this is—yeah, that seems possible.)
Testosterone is one helluva drug, y'all- maybe the strongest of all. It might be more difficult to deal with it if you could satisfy the lizard brain as easily as John could….
Speaking of drugs, I wonder if the LSD didn't dampen his sex drive? I've always had a difficult time comprehending Lennon's acid intake. I never took acid myself, but John was taking LSD and speed for a good 18 months… His public image from the time doesn't quite reveal the toll. Revolver, Sgt. Peppers, MMT… very productive time for the band. Hindsight shows us that Macca was stepping to the fore, but John certainly doesn't seem like a lost soul.
The grandiosity I associate with mania didn't come really until the Yoko era, as far as I can tell.
I made a comment in an earlier thread about John's songs "I'm So Tired" and "Yer Blues", written in India, the former of which deals with insomnia and the latter expressing suicidal thoughts. How serious were his thoughts of suicide at that time? Sitting in India meditating all day, sans drugs (or maybe weed at most) and other distractions, unable to sleep–what are your thoughts on a person with bipolar disorder under those circumstances? Was he really thinking of doing himself in?
Was the Beatles experience itself such a roller-coaster as to essentially simulate the bipolar experience for those involved? George made if perfectly clear that his nervous system was shot by it. The drug damage was of course self-inflicted, but they did use them to escape, didn't they?
Bumping the thread. John wasn't bipolar although he was sometimes manic (mainly due to overusing speed). His life was scrutinised on an almost daily basis for years, and there is absolutely no evidence of clinical depression.
He did, however, seem to have suffered from a drug-induced psychosis in '68 which was quite dramatic (the Jesus Christ episode), but it seems to have passed quickly.
Actually, John Lennon was born with an unfortunate condition, because he was born with weak element combination, that's what I read on several websites about Chinese astrology.
John Lennon was born with weak yin wood element and strong yang metal element combination. This element combination is simply not good for him because weak yin wood and strong yang metal combination is a life-threatening element combination. John Lennon was born with weak yin wood and strong yang metal combination because he was born in the day when yin wood element was weak (9 October) and in the year when yang metal element was strong (1940).
The only people who could help John Lennon to sustain himself were by far Macca and Yoko. Macca and Yoko are the only people whose element combinations are suitable for John Lennon's health. Without Macca and Yoko, John could not sustain himself.
Macca has strong yang water element and strong yin fire element combination, in short Macca's element combination could be considered too hot, while John's element combination could be considered too cold. Macca was born in the year of yang water (1942) and in the day of yin fire (18 June), Macca could be considered as a boiling water and John Lennon could be considered as ice according to the Chinese astrology analysis.
Then, John Lennon got attracted to Macca when he established the band because Macca was the person whose element combination could help John Lennon to sustain himself. Macca in turn also got attracted to John Lennon because John Lennon was the person whose element combination could help Macca to chill-off himself. Macca's yin fire element was suitable to melt John Lennon's strong yang metal element and his yang water element was suitable to nurture John Lennon's weak yin wood element. On the same time, John Lennon strong yang metal element was suitable for Macca to reduce his excessive yin fire element. Because of John and Paul's element beneficial for one another, Lennon-McCartney songwriting partnership finally happened which lead to the band's success.
Unfortunately, Macca's element combination wasn't enough for John Lennon because John Lennon wanted to grow his element further. So, that's why the reason why he got attracted to Yoko because Yoko was the person whose element combination could help John Lennon to further grow his element. Yoko Ono was born in the day when yin wood element was strong (18 February), then Yoko also has additional yang fire element and yin water element. Yoko's strong yin wood, yang for element, and yin water element are all suitable for John Lennon to grow further his own element. Then on the same time, Yoko's element also benefitted by John because John's strong yang metal element was suitable for Yoko to trim her excessive yin wood element.
As the result of John's attraction to Yoko, his relationship with Macca deteriorated because Macca's element combination was not sustainable for John anymore. Lennon-McCartney songwriting partnership finally split when John relied himself on Yoko which finally lead to the band breakup.
Then, John Lennon got killed on 8 Decemeber 1980 because the day when John Lennon was killed was the day where there was a clash between yang metal element and yin wood element. John Lennon as a person with weak yin wood element and strong yang metal element got affected the most when there was a clash between yin wood and yang metal element which finally lead to his death.


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Look at all the new growth!
I don't really have anything new going on in the garden. It's that time when you have to just sit back for a minute and watch things grow. Learn patience… do something else. Make sure there're no pests or blight and tend to that. I had some aphids on my okra, but I caught it fast so no damage was done. They're easy enough to get rid of with a strong stream of water and a little rinse with mild soapy water to keep them away.
I'll be adding more strings for the peas soon in the keyhole garden. My green beans in the pools and the garden tower will be ready in a couple weeks. I'm super happy with all the new growth on the honeysuckle.
Eric moved a russian sage bush, I might get a pic of that soon so you know what I'm talking about.


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Jan. 18, 1923
Former Pitt standout Jock Sutherland is hired as the team's head coach, replacing Pop Warner. In 14 seasons with the Panthers, Sutherland would lose just 20 games and win nine consensus national championships, of which Pitt recognizes five today. Following World War II, Sutherland took over as head coach and vice president of the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Jan. 18, 1971
Pittsburgh native and national fan favorite Bruno Sammartino sees his eight-year WWWF championship run come to an end in a loss to "The Russian Bear" Ivan Koloff, at Madison Square Gardens. (Interestingly, Koloff wasn't Russian, but Canadian. And earlier in his career, before finding fame as Koloff, he wrestled as Irishman Red McNulty, of Dublin.) The match result nearly caused a riot as fans — who believed wrestling results were not predetermined — were crying and screaming because they thought Koloff had damaged Sammartino's hearing.
Jan. 19, 2013
Baseball legend and Donora native Stan "The Man" Musial dies at the age of 82. Except for a one-year stint in the navy during World War II, Musial played continuously for the St. Louis Cardinals from 1941 to 1963.
Jan. 20, 1980
The Steelers become the first team to win four Super Bowls when they defeat the L.A. Rams 31-19 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena.
Jan. 21, 1957
Pittsburgh Mayor David L. Lawrence presents ground-breaking baseball player Jackie Robinson with a key to the city following his retirement from baseball.
Jan. 22, 2007
Mike Tomlin is introduced as new head coach of the Steelers.
Jan. 22, 2012
Long-tenured Penn State football coach Joe Paterno dies. Paterno was coach of the Nittany Lions until he was fired in 2011, at the height of the Jerry Sandusky sexual-abuse scandal.
Jan. 23, 2005
Steelers broadcasting legend Myron Cope calls his last game, a 41-27 loss to New England for the AFC championship.


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Stirling Albion 2 Peterhead 0
Peterhead had won their previous two matches and dominated the first 45 minutes but fine goalkeeping plus some bad luck prevented them turning their superiority into a half time lead.
Albion had Myles Hogarth to thank for not being two goals down within the opening ten minutes as the former Hearts keeper made top class saves to deny Stuart McKay and Bobby Linn.
Hogarth then blocked another McKay effort with his legs as the visitors continued to carve out the clearer chances and the crossbar came to Stirling's rescue on the stroke of half time after Linn had sprung the offside trap and chipped the ball over Hogarth's head from long range.
Albion looked totally transformed at the start of the second period and went in front within 60 seconds when Marek Tomana unbalanced the Peterhead defence and Dene Shields found the far corner of the net with a low drive from 12 yards.
Stirling's killer second goal followed 9 minutes later when Paul Hay's free kick was headed home at the back post by Colin Cramb to give the much travelled striker his fifth goal of the season.


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Moving Out for the First Time
There's a point in everyone's life when it is time for them to move out on their own. This could be at the ripe old age of 18, or it could be after college, or maybe after a few years back at home after college. No matter what age, chances are you will have to move out at some point. College typically count, because you still have a meal plan and you have to live on campus. Moving out on your own means without mommy and daddy, without a meal plan, without anyone to fall back on except yourself. This is a scary time in many people's lives, and it comes with a ton of responsibility.
Moving out into the real world means that you will need a solid source of income. Nothing is worse than trying to pinch pennies every single day just to get by. Although this is how you might live at first when you get your own place, it is still hard and not recommended. If you are the type of person that got a great job right out of college, congratulations. For the rest of everyone else, finding a steady job that pays well and has benefits is hard to do.
After you have a source of income lined up, you have to start budgeting. Being on your own means that all of your expenses are going to fall back on, you guessed it, you. That means when you take that really long shower once a week, you're going to have to pay for it now. On top of bills there are also living expenses like groceries, gas, car maintenance, not to mention you want to have a savings account as a cushion for emergencies. Living in the real world is scary, and being responsible for all of your expenses is no easy feat. Don't forget about insurance. Insurance is expensive, but something that is worth every penny when tragedy strikes.
There is also the job of changing your address on everything. Prescriptions, your driver's license, magazine subscriptions, the whole nine. Another thing to think about when you are out on your own is your credit score. Having a bad credit score makes your life way more difficult than it needs to be. Granted, sometimes you simply fall behind and can't make a payment on time. But if it becomes a habit, your life will be tough. Having bad credit inhibits you from being able to do a lot.
Moving out on your own into the real world is a big step towards adulthood. It is something that everyone goes through, and it is a sobering time. Having mom and dad, or a college meal plan, to fall back on was really nice. Growing up means that in reality you only have your self to fall back on, and it gets hard. Planning and being responsible are the best ways to make the transition as smooth as possible.


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Welcome to the webpage for my business Triumph-Recycler.com, trading since 1986
I am an enthusiast (I've been a continuous Triumph owner/driver and member of the TSSC since 1988) AND trader (most of us need to make a living and I'm proud to be a self-employed sole-trader) who makes a very modest return for my investment in the marque, and the vast majority of that comes from the sale of new parts, many of which I have manufactured locally with a significant personal investment for tooling and production, therefor keeping British cars on the road, manufacturing employment in the UK and providing taxes for education, healthcare and roads etc.
It's mail-order (worldwide) and email only (please be assured that all enquiries will be addressed by me – there's no one else!) with most trade via eBay so for efficiency please contact me via the appropriate eBay link for anything already on eBay totalling under £50 or anything already ordered via eBay…
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This is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, together with the Palau de la Música Catalana.
The Hospital was founded in 1401, with the merger of six hospitals existing at the time in Barcelona. Many complaints about the management, installations and age of the building were received from the start of the 19th century, also because there was no space to enlarge it, so a new hospital was built at the beginning of the 20 th century, financed by the banker, Pau Gil. Work commenced in 1902 and continued until 1930. The architect, Lluís Domènech I Montaner, one of the main exponents of Catalan Modernism, designed the hospital so that all services were on-site and it was isolated from the city. The project included streets, gardens, running water in the buildings, a church and even a convent. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1977. The hospital departments were transferred to a new building in 2009.
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Does not close at midday
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Introducing our newest Tespa Side Quest: a Fireside Gathering for Saviors of Uldum!
There may be E.V.I.L. afoot, but the League of Explorers is looking for new heroes to join their cause! At the start of this school year, we're partnering with our friends at Hearthstone to bring your chapter to the sand-swept landscapes of Uldum. If you're a chapter leader, follow the steps below to receive a special Fireside Gathering package for your next event!
What's a Tespa Side Quest?
If you're a Tespa chapter leader, that means whenever you apply for Campaign Event Support, you'll also be able to opt-in to Side Quests, which are optional activations for specific games or initiatives that also come with additional merchandise.
Saviors of Uldum Side Quest Application Steps
To receive the Side Quest for Saviors of Uldum, you'll need to opt-in as part via an official Tespa Campaign Event Support application between August 19 and October 6.
Your first step is to create a Fireside Gathering by heading to FiresideGatherings.com. If you're hosting a LAN, make sure you read through the Innkeeper's Guide for instructions on how to set up and "unbox" your event using the Hearthstone client.
After your Fireside Gathering application has been submitted, you're ready to apply for Campaign Event Support. Ask your Tespa Chapter Coordinator for a link to your Event Support application.
Finally, when you're filling out your Event Support application, look for the Side Quest opt-in menu and select "Saviors of Uldum".
Savior Support Incoming!
To help you and your fellow Explorers navigate the sunny sands of Uldum, we'll be sending you a support kit with Hearthstone items! Use these items to recruit more heroes to your cause, you'll need it for the adventures ahead!
Establish Your Tavern
After you successfully host a Fireside Gathering, you'll be able to establish a Tavern for your Tespa chapter and unlock special add-ons and game modes! We'll be hosting many more optional Bonus Activations with Hearthstone later this year, so there's no better time to get started.
Ready to get started? If you're a Tespa leader, head to FiresideGatherings.com to create a Fireside Gathering, then ask your Chapter Coordinator for your application. If you're a member or non-Tespa student, find a chapter near you.


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No Sridevi, No Sequel to Mr India, Confirms Shekhar Kapoor
There were plans to recreate the magic of the sci-fi film that relased in the mid-80s
The big plans of doing a sequel to Shekhar Kapoor's 1985 blockbuster, the evergreen Mr India are finally over. It is reliably learnt that the Kapoor brothers Boney and Anil who had produced and starred, respectively, in the original Mr India have taken a collective decision to shelve the idea.A source close to the development reveals, "It makes no sense to have a sequel without Sridevi. It's like Mother India without Nargis, Or Agra without the Taj Mahal. Mr India is so closely associated with three main actors Anil Kpoor, Amrish Puri and Sridevi. With two of them gone it would be impossible to recreate the magic of the original. Boney and Anil have decided to call off the sequel plans."
Confirming his own withdrawal from the project Shekhar Kapoor who directed Mr India to eternal fame in 1987 says, "I don't know what is happening with that project or what Boney's plans are. I was never going to direct the sequel. Now with Sridevi no more, the question doesn't arise."
It looks like many dreams died along with Sridevi. Mr India being one of them. RIP.
Mr India was a sci-fi film about an man who gets a gadget to become invisible. He then uses his power to destroy a maniacal villain who wants to conquer India. The film was a huge hit when released, especially among children and established Sridevi as the no. 1 heroine of her times. Her iconic dance numbers Kaante Nahi Katte and Hawa Hawai are popular even today.


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Looking for arcade tees or other gaming t-shirts? We're happy to announce the launch of our new specialty site: arcadetees.com! ArcadeTees.com is dedicated to 70s and 80s classic arcade gaming T-Shirts. This is the best site on the web to find a cool new classic arcade T-Shirt to wear next time out at the bar or arcade! ArcadeTees.com has arcade articles in relation to art, technology, shirts and classic gaming. There is a Best of Web arcade shirt gallery that showcases the coolest arcade designs on the internet and common online retailers to but them from. The site also showcases Funny Graphic T-Shirt's arcade and pinball designs.


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A 25-year undertaking, the remediation and restoration of the Onondaga Lake Superfund site in central New York is one of the largest and most complex remediation programs in the United States.
The Onondaga County (Lake) cleanup and restoration program, which was completed under supervision of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), included the removal of approximately two million cubic yards of sediment. The hydraulically dredged sediment from the lake was first pumped to a sediment-processing area (SPA), and then to a sediment-consolidation area (SCA) for dewatering by geotube and long-term isolation. The effluent from the SPA and SCA was pretreated in the
SCA water-treatment plant (WTP); and then discharged for final polishing (removal) of ammonia and phosphorous at the municipal publicly owned treatment works (POTW). The SCA WTP was a critical component of the lake dredging program, as its design and construction were the critical path to the initiation of lake-dredging operations.
Ramboll (formerly OBG) was responsible for the design, construction, and operation of the 6.5-mgd sediment-consolidation area water treatment plant. During the implementation of this dynamic project, key considerations included:
• The treatment of mercury to meet 50-ng/L effluent limits,
• Enhancement of the project schedule to allow lake-dredging operations to commence as soon as possible, and
• Adaptive changes during dredge operations to address the highly variable nature of the dredged material.
As an alliance partner with Honeywell, Ramboll (formerly OBG) provides leadership for the 15 uplands subsites, which are part of the Onondaga Lake Superfund site. In addition, Ramboll (formerly OBG) is the water management and treatment lead for all the Onondaga Lake sites. An industry leader in dredging-related water management and project delivery, Ramboll (formerly OBG) provided bench-scale treatability testing, design, construction, start-up, and commissioning services, as well as operations and maintenance services for the SCA WTP.
• Building on bench-scale testing performed by Ramboll (formerly OBG) as part of the conceptual design, the SCA WTP consistently met the 50-ng/L effluent limit for mercury, using pH adjustment and chemical co-precipitation.
• Through early issuance of design packages to facilitate equipment procurement and site work, Ramboll (formerly OBG) was able to shorten the design and construction schedule by two months. This, along with adaptive strategies during construction of the WTP, allowed the initiation of lake-dredging operations ahead of schedule.
• Adaptive changes during WTP operation and dredging included:
- Ramboll (formerly OBG) was able to develop a field test, using kaolin clay, to quantify excess polymer in the influent, significantly reducing polymer usage in the SPA and minimizing polymer carryover to the SCA WTP.
- Ramboll (formerly OBG) was able to negotiate effluent limits for direct discharge from the SCA WTP during wet weather events at the municipal POTW. This adaptive change prevented the resulting suspension of dredge operations during combined sewer overflow events and was a key factor in completing dredging a year ahead of schedule.
A high level of coordination among the owner, local municipality, and NYSDEC was required to implement the project successfully. The project was completed ahead of schedule and under budget. In addition, the project has brought significant improvements to water quality, aiding in the return of native plants and animals and helping to restore the habitat of Onondaga Lake.
This project received a Western Dredging Association (WEDA) Annual Safety Award for its outstanding safety record and performance.


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Development setup
Pocket.gl is based on these front-end libraries:
- Three.js for 3D rendering
- Ace for the editors
- dat.GUI for the GUI panel
- clipboard.js for copying text to clipboard
- RequireJS for modules loading
If you want to modify the source and test or build the library, you have to install first all the dependencies using Bower, a front-end package manager based on node.js.
Assumed you have already installed in your system node.js and npm, you can install Bower using
$ npm install -g bower
Now, inside the project folder, run the following command to install all the dependencies:
$ bower install
If everything went right you should find all the external packages inside the
bower_components directory.
examples directory contains a series of shader examples. Each example is contained in a sub-directory of
examples/data. The complete list of example directories is specified in the
examples.js file. If you add a new example, you should add a new entry in the array inside
examples.js. Point your browser to the examples folder through a local webserver to see all the examples in action (but if you use Firefox you can see the examples also through a
file:// URL).
index.html page runs the examples using the
dist/pocket.gl.min.js build file. It is useful to check if the builds are working fine.
During development you should open the
examples/dev-test.html page. This page loads all the source modules and external dependencies using
require.js. Use this page to test changes to the code and to search for regressions by cycling through all the examples. Make sure to disable your browser cache when in development, because
require.js will always load each module from the cache even if you reload the page on your browser. A simple way to disable the cache in Chrome is opening the Developer Tools window and check Disable cache inside the Network section; then, every time the developer tools are opened, the cache is disabled. If you are working with Firefox, you can open a new Private window and work there. If you are using Internet Explorer 11/Edge, open the Edge Deveveloper Tools and enable Always refresh from server inside the Network tool page.
Use Defensive Rendering
Before writing HTML or CSS code, I recommend taking a look at the rules explained in this nice article: Defensive HTML and CSS.
The build process is based on the require.js optimizer to combine all modules into a single (minified) file and on almond to add a replacement AMD loader for require.js when the library is used as a Browser Global instead of an AMD module.
These batch scripts can be used to build the library:
build/build.bat– will generate the
dist/pocket.gl.jsunminified library
build/build-min.bat– will generate the
dist/pocket.gl.min.jsminified library
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- line all the debt up from highest interest rate to lowest. While you want to make the minimum payments on all the debts, any extra money should ALL go to the debt with the highest interest rate first.
- you may want to talk to a community self-help group (check at your local library) on taking classes on basic personal budgeting. Getting debt under control is a function of getting spending under control
I don't wanna finance. My debt is not much I just want to pay it all off at one time and be done. How do I do that?
Just write out a check for the total balance due and mail it in . If the total balance is not on your statement call the lender and ask
No matter what kind of debt you are in it may take years and meticulous planning to have it settled. But, there are some strategies you can make use of to clear your outstanding dues.


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Fish with the Best…
You and 3 friends fish aboard a Demo Viking Yacht complete with captain and mate.
All proceeds benefiting
Waterfront Way Foundation, RDK Melanoma Foundation and
Marine Industry Education Foundation
– 4 tickets to the Reel Gala at Admirals Cove
– Kick-off reception arrival night at Old Bahama Bay Resort
– Weigh-in cocktails dockside Thursday and Friday
– Takeaway Breakfast Thursday and Friday and Saturday
– Awards banquet with prizes and trophies
– Two Double Room Accommodations
– Plus lots of complimentary gifts and promotions
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Old Bahama Bay, West End
Mike Schmidt's Winner's Circle Charities Fishing Tournament
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Three Records Broken at 2018 Mike Schmidt's Winner's Circle Charities Fishing Tournament
Rough seas at Old Bahama Bay didn't deter the Mike Schmidt Winner's Circle Charities Fishing Tournament from pushing forward in full force this past weekend, as participants proceeded to break three tournament records. 23 total boats fished to raise donations for...read more
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Winner's Circle Charities is entering its 21st year and was founded by local resident and Hall of Fame Baseball Player Mike Schmidt.
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Braces and Straps for Tennis Elbow
Physical Therapy for Tennis Elbow
Extra-Corporeal Shock Wave Treatment (ESWT) for Tennis Elbow
Corticosteroid Injections for Tennis Elbow
Low Level Laser Therapy for Tennis Elbow
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Injection for Tennis Elbow
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Steroid injections have some risks. They can cause increased pain and swelling in the area of injection. Cortisone reduces the body's ability to fight infection, and it is always possible the injection itself can introduce infection. Some people can have an allergic reaction to the ingredients, and diabetics always need to be careful about corticosteroid injections as it can significantly increase blood sugar levels. In addition, some studies have indicated that injections can increase the risk of tendon rupture. In addition, some patients, especially those with darker skin, may experience skin discoloration or lightening. Some studies have indicated that corticosteroid injection can cause long-term degeneration of tendons. While the risk of complications is low, they are nevertheless real and potentially serious.
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I must say that I have been hearing some really good singing at Mass, especially as of late. It's high time we have some of those really good voices upstairs in the choir. YES, we are looking to re-form a parish choir! For the starting weeks, we will be rehearsing at roughly 10 AM on Sundays (shortly after the end of the 9 AM Mass) so we can sing the 11:15 AM Mass. As we grow (and hopefully we will), I may consider adding a weeknight. Let us sing to the Lord, for glorious is his triumph! (Exodus 15: 1)
Please see me, Brian Page, after Mass.
Ordinary of the Mass:
Gloria from Holy Angels Mass (BMP) or recited
A Community Mass (Richard Proulx) (Sanctus through Agnus Dei)
Alleluia: Dom Anthony Gregory Murray, OSB
The rest:
Entrance hymn: Fight the good fight (Maroon hymnal, #560)
- Alternate tune, different from the two given in the hymnal
Psalm 90: R./ Fill us with your love, O Lord, and we will sing for joy (BMP) (PDF)
Offertory hymn: Jesus, Name all names above (Maroon hymnal, #342)
Psalm 119 (Communion): R./ Your law is my meditation (BMP) (PDF)
Meditation hymn: Blest are the pure in heart (Maroon hymnal, #418)
Recessional hymn: Rejoice, ye pure in heart (Maroon hymnal, #579, second tune) (Listen)
Quod scripsi, scripsi!


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Rendezvous room booking software from NFS, and Crestron Fusion Cloud, a cloud-based enterprise management system, seamlessly combine to create a truly connected workplace environment and end-to-end solution. Crestron Fusion Cloud enables technology managers to globally monitor, manage, and control room devices, as well as display meeting details inside and outside the scheduled room. It also enables them to collect device and room usage data so they can make informed, intelligent decisions to improve workflow.
With this joint solution, employees can find a meeting space, book the room and catering, set-up lighting, control temperature, lower window shades, and bring remote offices into the meeting by video conferencing seamlessly for a timely start. Crestron scheduling touch screens outside the room enable them to instantly see room status, book the room, or release it if unused (requires occupancy sensor). Adding the Crestron PinPoint app provides employees with a personal, mobile, dynamic scheduling tool; contextual information enables them to book spaces based on where they are, what they're trying to do, and with whom they are working.
NFS will be at World Workplace Booth 1618 in San Diego.


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The Mars Volta - "Eunuch Provocateur"
Release Type: User
Audio Type: Single-track
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Pitched Vocals: Yes
Vocals Gender: Male (2)
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[size=4]Eunuch Provocateur.[/size]
[size=4]This song is great! So freaking awesome, I have nothing but good things to say about this song. The guitar, drums, and bass part all are fun and complement each other musically. The vocals complement the energy of the guitar playing. Everything about this song just screams high energy volta. Then in typical volta fashion, the volume, speed, intensity, the band, they all stop. 100 to 0. It's so perfect and it just makes you wanna listen to the song again, and again, and again.[/size]
[size=4]Every instrument if fun to play on this track, and the vocals are even fun too. There's something for everyone on this song, if you must only pick on track off their debut EP, pick this one. It's one of my favorite Volta songs.[/size]
[size=4]This is an upgrade from sideshows customs. A while ago I spoke to him about updating various Mars Volta Tracks. All credits for the original drum-only custom go to sideshow and ItalianStal1ion. I initially sent my guitar/bass charts to him, but I re-worked some parts and he gave me permission to release the new versions on my own.[/size]
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[*][size=4]Vocal Chart[/size]
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As a professional career advisor you regularly give advice to graduates what skills certain jobs require. A great online resource to start with is the www.prospects.ac.uk website. This is a great website to find out more about certain jobs which are less known by careers advisors such as Ecologist , Environmental consultant, Environmental education officer and other conservation related jobs. You can learn more about these jobs, find out more about vacancies in this field and you also can direct students to this website.
Job profiles can be found here
What job would suit me? Quiz
This is a collection of several European job search websites where nature conservation related jobs can be found.
Download and distribute this file among your clients.


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This year we have attended events in Bulgaria, Ireland, France, Japan, Helsinki, Croatia and one again made British champions and vice champions. We have welcomed many, many beginners, sweated, trained hard, started in a new venue and – I hope – had lots of fun. Thank you so much for your time, effort and participation. I want London Savate to occupy a special part in our lives and I salute the effort every last person puts in.
A few people are singled out below for extra recognition for what they achieved in 2016.
London Savate Awards 2016.
After a year of dedicated training, gaining her Blue Glove, making debut fights at the British championships and rocking two great bouts in Ireland in November, 'Best Newcomer of 2016' goes to Ally Sinyard. Fantastic first year Ally!
For his meticulous preparation for the World Championships in September, representing the USA and taking home a very impressive bronze medal – 'Best International Performance of 2016' goes to Jon Schwochert.
For pulling out the fight of his career (so far) at the British championships in July, holding his own against multiple international medallist James Antill, 'Best GB Competitive Performance of 2016' goes to Matteo Costa.
For dropping a mere 2 marks out of 130 in his Blue Glove testing in November, and for his solid technical year that is building the foundations of a strong fighter – 'Best Grading Performance 2016' goes to Adrien Langreney.
The 'Best Beginner Award 2016' is split, as I didn't want to miss out on mentioning either of these two – Daniel Nguyen and Joao Mazarelo. Great having you in the class! I look forward to a brilliant year ahead.
Finally, the award for the 'Highest Class Attendance of 2016' goes to someone with a granite determination. Attending more often than any other student this year was Skirmante Kumpaite. Congratulations on your dedication!
Well done everyone!


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Our Story
Ryan & Co
With a life long fascination with art, homewares and fragrances it was only a matter of time before we founded our own candlemaking company. Firm believers in caring for the environment, our major consideration was to use a recycled but attractive product. After 12 months of trial and error, we are now producing a unique candle that is cruelty free, paraffin free and environmentally safe. Even the timber lids are handmade using reclaimed timber. We feel proud to be doing our bit to help create a healthier planet.


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I am a Senior Data Analytics Associate and Data Science Instructor at Ryerson University. My research interests include statistical machine learning, data mining and deep learning.
I am teaching Data Analytics courses in the "Data Analytics, Big Data, and Predictive Analytics Certificate Program" and "Data Science and Analytics, Masters Program."
I supervise students in their Data Analytics Capstone Projects and I am the second reader of all the M.Sc. Data Science Major Research Projects. I am also an associate member of the Yeates School of Graduate Studies, Ryerson University.
Since receiving my Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from Istanbul Technical University, I have worked as an Assistant Professor for five years and then, as an Associate Professor for two years in the Department of Mathematics.
Five years ago, inspired after visiting the Data Science Laboratory, Ryerson, where I learned the practical applications of data analytics and how it involved mathematics (my specialty), I shifted my focus to data. My current research is focused on numerical analysis, data mining, and machine learning programming. As a senior researcher in the Data Science Lab, I have led projects with industrial partners such as Globe and Mail, Manulife, St. Mike's Hospital and Toronto Police Services.
Here is a link to my list of publications and you can find more about my research profile here.
As a subject matter expert on Data Analytics, I have prepared video lectures and online course material for the courses CIND 123 Data Analytics: Basic Methods and CMTH 642 Data Analytics: Advanced Methods for Chang School of Continuing Education. These video lectures that are currently used in Data Analytics, Big Data, and Predictive Analytics Certificate Program at Chang School, Ryerson University have served thousands of students.
You can find more about my teaching profile here.
My Video Tutorial on
"How to conduct data analysis process systematically"
I led the "Translating Data Science into Leadership Decisions Workshop" May 19, 2017
Ryerson University opens TSX, Sep 25, 2015
January 19, 2020
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This trip was a complete surprise, I had a few family things canceled, which gave me the opportunity to do a couple of nights on the lake. I am never going to complain about, as there is only 4 week's left on here before it's winter close down. I can't believe 6 months have passed by and another winter is fast approaching, it will be time to get back on Meadow Lake.
I arrived about noon time, after a long look Around and a few stops for some markering, I finally made my mind up. In all honesty, it's easy to find carp on here – its the location of the bigger fish that's the issue and very hard work this year.
The downside of this swim was that I had not fished it for over a year and I also had not put the Deeper out before. This meant a bit of work has to be done.
I found a couple of nice areas, I baited up with some Smokey Jack boilies and fished a wafter of each spot.
We shall just have to see how the first night goes and then maybe move things about a bit.
The first night past without a bleep, despite plenty of carp being around. The following afternoon, I pop out for a look around and decided to pack up about 3pm. I felt it best to come back another day.
Until next time
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By Atsushi Suzumi
Published in the U.S. by Seven Seas
Slugline: Two hot goth girls in action! Plus they may be one of the Seven Seas yuri titles! Can this possibly ever get any better?
Sumire is a typical girl who has one problem: she can see dead people sometimes, and sometimes the dead people can see her back. One day a ghost threatens her, and a goth girl shoots it dead. Which is an interesting feat since it was already a ghost, but is beside the point. They go back and forth and the goth girl named Lucia uses her as bait for the Virus, a type of contagious ghost, so to speak. In the process of getting the ghost that been haunting the school, Lucia has to shoot Sumire with her spirit bullets, which has the dual effects of making Sumire a great target for roaming Virus ghosts, but also gives her the ability to kill them. Sumire realizes that she needs help, training and protection and moves in with Lucia, much to the consternation of her friends who do not realize exactly what is going on. She goes on a couple of jobs, but only barely survives them just trying to avoid invoking her own strange abilities.
There are some interesting character bits here, despite my claims of yuri fandom. As in, the women looking longingly at each other is not what I am talking about here. While Sumire starts out shy, her development to being a little more outgoing is organic, and while she currently plays the helpless female, she may have a monster inside and the cynical, world-weary Lucia may be the one to drag her back to reality. Decent action, interesting characters and some different story twists make this an enjoyable read. 3 stars, with a bullet.
Venus Versus Virus, vol. 1 is also available from Right Stuf, Intl., an online retailer specializing in anime and manga.
- Ferdinand
Friday, August 03, 2007
Venus Versus Virus, v. 1
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My WiFi module seems to only connect to my Sesame with Bluetooth. The WiFi connection doesn't seem to work. I'm on the v6 firmware for the WiFi module and updated everything, reset everything and even put new batteries in the Sesame. I have the blinking blue light and the WiFi module is less than a foot from the WiFi router and about 3 feet from the Sesame module.
What is the next step presently
Sorry to hear it! Please see our troubleshooting steps for the Wi-Fi Access Point here: https://candyhouse.co/apps/help-center#!the-wi-fi-access-point-isnt-working
If the issue persists, please email firstname.lastname@example.com with the following:1. Order number2. Sesame account email address3. Photo showing distance between Sesame and Wi-Fi Access Point4. Screenshot of Status page when trying to connect to Sesame via Wi-Fi5. Screenshot of Wi-Fi Module settings page
We'll take a look and let you know the next steps. Thanks! - CANDY HOUSE


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To this, our first column in our three-part series on "Investor-State Agreements in Thailand: Encouraging Investment By Protecting Foreign Investors", explained the different forms of rights foreign investors can make use of in public-private contracts ("PPCs") and investment treaties ("ITs"). (See story here.)
Our second instalment focused on what legal options are available in enforcing those rights. (See story here.)
This week we look at the latest developments in how Thailand has supported rights enshrined under investor-State agreements.
Thailand can properly point to several successful foreign investor-State projects in recent years. However, in December 2003 the Civil Court of Thailand upheld a B6.2 billion international arbitration award against the Expressway and Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (ETA), a Thai government agency, in favour of Bangkok Expressway PLC, a Thai-foreign joint-venture company, regarding their PPC to construct the Bang Na-Chonburi elevated expressway and a concession to thereafter operate it. Following this, on January 27, 2004, the Thai Cabinet passed a resolution prohibiting the inclusion of arbitration in PPC contracts involving concessions without prior approval by the Cabinet.
Then, on July 1, 2009, Walter Bau AG (a foreign contractor) was awarded approximately 30 million euros in an international arbitration regarding the construction of the Don Muang tollway. And – although this arbitration was brought under an IT – on July 28, 2009 the Thai Cabinet issued a resolution extending the 2004 resolution to all PPCs.
Both Cabinet resolutions, as well as other instances where Thai courts have refused to enforce international arbitration awards based on interpretations, which are not in keeping with international norms, have caused concern to the foreign business community in Thailand.
Furthermore, although Thailand signed the Washington Convention in 1985, it still has not ratified it. Undeniably, these issues must be considered in the course of any potential foreign investor's contemplation of contracting with the State in Thailand.
However, despite these issues, Thailand remains a part of the trend to protect foreign investors by way of its several IT commitments. And even with regard to PPCs themselves, it should be noted that Cabinet approval for the provision of arbitration therein has actually been granted in several instances since 2010.
A further encouraging sign is the July 14, 2015 Cabinet resolution, which amended the 2009 resolution. Pursuant to this Cabinet approval of arbitration in PPCs is now required only for:
1) contracts covered by the Private Investments in State Undertakings Act (2013), which includes all PPC for projects worth B1 billion or more; and
2) all PPCs involving concessions.
Thus, any potential investor should consider PPC contractual provisions with the Thai State, including arbitration as the means to resolve any dispute. And any applicable IT – which may still achieve what may not be obtainable by way of a negotiated PPC.
Furthermore, with little exception, the current dominant global and regional international trend is to favour protection and enforcement of rights between investors and State parties.
Thailand has always been and continues to be a responsible and active member of the global economic community. It is anticipated that Thailand will continue its path towards harmonization with internationally accepted foreign investor-State practices.
Duensing Kippen is an international law firm specializing in business transaction and dispute resolution matters, with offices in Bangkok and Phuket, Thailand and affiliated offices in 45 other countries. Visit DuensingKippen.com


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Why a Buttock Lift?
The body changes over time. Aging may cause significant sagging in various parts of the body, including the buttocks. Additionally, a person who loses a significant amount of weight (through bariatric surgery or other methods) will often experience sagging throughout the body, which may be uncomfortable and aesthetically displeasing. After working so hard to lose weight, people would like their body to look fit and toned rather than saggy. Women and men may choose a buttock lift in order to firm the body and achieve the look they've been searching for. If you have sagging in both the thighs and buttocks, consider a lower body lift.
If you're choosing buttock lift surgery, make sure you're choosing it because you really want it, not to please someone else or to fit an imagined ideal. No one else can make the choice for you; it's your body, and you're in charge of it. After you do your research and understand the procedure, if you believe that a buttock lift is right for you, then proceed. You can learn more about the buttock lift procedure, its risks and benefits, in our Education Wiki.
The Costs
Surgeon's Fee
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the average surgeon's fee for a buttock lift is $4,515. Keep in mind that this is only an average; it varies by region and by individual surgeon, so you should check with the surgeon(s) you're considering to determine their exact fee for the procedure. Ask what's included in that fee, to make sure you aren't surprised by extra costs when you get the bill later.
Additional Costs
Some patients are surprised to find out that the surgeon's fee isn't necessarily the only expense they'll need to consider for their buttock lift. There may be anesthesia costs and operating room or hospital fees that aren't included in the surgeon's fee. Medications (for example, pain medication, or antibiotics) may also be an extra cost. In some cases, you also have to pay separately for your postsurgical garments. If any medical testing is required, this could also be a separate cost. A few surgeons may not include your preoperative and postoperative appointments in their fee, although most do include these visits to ensure that you're adequately cared for. You should ask what all of the fees will be before your procedure, so that you aren't surprised when the bill comes.
It's also important to make sure you have access to a little extra money, via financing or savings, in case you have medical complications from the surgery (for instance, if you develop an infection). Your insurance usually will not cover complications from an elective surgery. While complications from this surgery are not common, they do happen to a few women, and so you should be prepared in case that rare woman is you.
Will Insurance Cover It?
In most cases, insurance will not cover your buttock lift, though there may be rare exceptions if your buttocks are sagging and causing a medical problem that can't be adequately treated in other ways. You can call your insurance company to be sure. Usually, you'll need to pay all of the costs above: the surgeon's fee, any extra fees, and any postoperative complications that may arise.
What Are the Financing Options?
To many people, paying thousands of dollars up front seems impossible. However, if you don't already have the money saved, you have many options available for financing. Many physicians offer financing plans for their patients. You can also get a medical credit card or other credit card, often with an attractive introductory interest rate; a medical loan, personal loan, or home equity loan from your bank; a loan from your 401(k); or loans or gifts from family and friends. Even if your credit isn't great, you'd be surprised how many options you have. For more details about the financing options for your procedure, check out our Plastic Surgery Financing page.
Knowledge is Power
Don't forget to visit our extensive Education Wiki for detailed information about procedures. If you have any questions, you can ask them in our Forum.


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It is nice on occasion to escape from one's routine and take a relaxing weekend getaway. I decided last week I would embark on such a trip to clear my thoughts and unwind somewhere peaceful, quiet and beautiful. So, earlier this week I booked a ticket to Saudi Arabia. I know, I know, Saudi Arabia sounds like it is probably the worst place to want to get away, particularly for a young, single woman. But sometimes one finds the greatest beauty in the most unlikely of places.
|Outside the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah, Dec 2010
God willing, I will spend this weekend in Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah, a city in Western Saudi Arabia, which translates from Arabic as 'the Enlightened City' or 'the Radiant City'. I first visited Al-Madinah in December. My mom had performed the Islamic pilgrimage, Hajj, a month earlier and we took a family trip to Madinah in order for her to ensure her pilgrimage was complete. Madinah played a decisive role in the establishment of the Islamic faith during the life of the Last Prophet ﷺ.
|Intricate columns of white marble built as part of expansion of Prophet's mosque
On my last visit, there was a great calming effect from concentrating on the mosque's long lines of symmetrical, brown and beige arches supported by columns of white marble topped with brass capitals. They enabled me to focus my mind in prayer, to listen to the words of God being recited from the Quran and leave the world behind. For the two days in December I spent in Madinah, life revolved around the prayer times, remembrance of God, reflection and contemplation.
I can't imagine many better place to spend this weekend.
Look forward to your comments!


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Geoff Read's Bilston Road is one of three layouts featuring in the latest issue of Hornby Magazine – HM119, on sale from April 13 2017. This impressive loft layout features four sided scenery and two storage yards. Take a video tour here and read the full feature in HM119.
To get your copy of the latest issue visit the Key Publishing Shop or your local newsagent to get your copy today. Alternatively, you can download a digital edition from www.pocketmags.com – simply search 'Hornby Magazine'.


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Our Vision
You can be the difference
Our Mission
To inspire investment in OSMH through fundraising, awareness and stewardship
Our Values
Gratitude, Respect, Integrity, Trust
About ORILLIA SOLDIERS' MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital Foundation raises funds for Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital. Our goal is to purchase medical equipment, support education programs and assist the hospital in maintaining its position as a leader in providing quality community based healthcare.
In addition to this traditional funding role Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital Foundation will promote community awareness and education, foster volunteerism and participation in the health of our community.
Your generous donations of money and time are the only way we have succeeded to date.
Thank you for making a difference!


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HAS was created in 1971 to conserve the flora of Rio Grande do Sul, becoming the major part of its collection of material from this State, but with material of other states in Brazil, especially of Santa Catarina and São Paulo. The HAS Collection is accredited by CGEN/MMA as depositary of samples of the genetic component (Resolution Nº 5, 29.08.2002).
Nomenclatural types are 165, with digital photographic record. The most represented families are Asteraceae, Bromeliaceae, Fabaceae, Myrtaceae and Poaceae and also contains good collections od ferns and lichenized fungi. Maintains a reference collection of endangered species in RS.
The collection of algae currently has more than 14,909 bottles of liquid containing primarily microalgae and cyanobacteria in fresh water, with representatives of six major divisions and nine classes: Cyanobacteria, Chrysophyceae, Xantophyceae, Bacillariophyceae, Cryptophyceae, Dinophyceae, Euglenophyceae, Chlorophyceae and Zygnematophyceae. This collection also has more than 6,716 permanent slides of Bacillariophyceae. It is the herbarium with the largest number of bottles/ lots in liquid in Brazil.
Data from herbarium records are available for use in the following conditions: it is forbidden to sell the data available and it is required the acknowledgments of the source in case of use of them; the HAS Curator shall be notified and a copy of any publication in which data are cited should be sent to the Curator. Researchers and their institutions will be responsable for the appropriete use of data.
Herbário Alarich R.H. Schultz, do Museu de Ciências Naturais da Fundação Zoobotânica do Rio Grande do Sul (HAS/MCN/FZBRS)(www.fzb.rs.gov.br)


text: curt1 62 Posted November 10, 2008 I've been considering this addon, but I'm unsure if it will do what I'm expecting. I have created camera views for each aircraft I fly. One for the pilot, one for the co-pilot and a third as a passenger. I've assigned hotkeys to each and then use the spacebar/mouse combination to look around. If I use TrackIR will it work with all of my preset camera views? Will I be able to hotkey around like I do now but just turn my head instead of using the mouse? I appreciate any replies.Curt Curt Branch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites