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Businesses are increasingly looking to get outsourced help for their transactional and administrative tasks. This wasn't always the case, but more businesses are now comfortable with the idea of outsourcing administration.
At Web Projects, we offer a wide range of services that companies might want to outsource. Every service that we have to offer was chosen so we can provide the best possible value for businesses. Companies that opt for outsourced administration are able to have outside help with tasks such as posting jobs, cleaning of databases, formatting resumes, data key entry, and other such tasks that are time consuming.
Outsourced administration can literally be a lifesaver for many businesses, especially for those who are just getting into the game and need to find their footing. There is not enough time to spare on every administrative task and there are limited resources that must be managed carefully. Whether you are a business owner who just launched a start-up or a manager who is struggling with the weight of unfinished projects, there is a very good chance that your business can benefit immensely from outsourced administration.
Why Outsourcing Administration makes Sense
There are many reasons why outsourcing administration to a professional service will be good for your business, but we shall consider a few of the major ones that businesses in any industry can relate to:
Save Costs
Every business wants to spend less and make more money. There is no denying that maintaining staff is expensive. This is a concern particularly for smaller businesses who don't quite have as many resources as bigger companies do.
It will make more financial sense to pay an outsourcing company to take over administration or at least, some parts of administration. That is because you will end up spending less on an outsourced managed service than you would on a permanently employed team.
The same applies to larger businesses. They may have the resources to take care of as many employees as necessary, but what if they don't have to? By outsourcing some of their administration, larger businesses can shave off unnecessary costs and increase profitability many times over.
Do More
There are hardly any limits to what you can achieve with the right outsourcing partner. You can extend administration support hours and have more work done in a day than you could if you had your own team working on the task. Essentially, you will have an entire team working on your project while paying only a fraction of what it would cost to maintain your own employees within the same period of time.
Save Time and Energy
It's great to be able to find amazing professionals to work at your company, but the process of finding them can be excruciating and there is no guarantee that you will end up with the best guy. Outsourced administration can take care of that problem.
Say you need to fill a few administrative positions, you won't have to go through the process of hiring which requires quite a bit of investment in terms of time and money. The process of preparing the job ads, reviewing applications, vetting and interviewing applicants is a lot of work really. So much work that it is the sole factor that drives some companies to go the outsourcing route.
When you have a partner that you can outsource to, you don't have to bother about recruiting the right talent, training them, or managing them. They will simply get the job done. One less headache to deal with.
Administrative tasks are not always steady in the sense that you may need certain tasks to be completed within the next few months and may not need to embark on such projects again for the next half-year after that.
Periodic activities like that are better outsourced because you can simply pay for the job to get done when you need it done and stop paying when the task is completed. There is no need to take on extra staff with the extra responsibility, and neither do you have to burden your current team. So, whether you are looking to get more done without diverting your team's attention from core business or would like to cut your expenses, outsourced administration will work for you.
Lucky for you, outsourced administration is easy to get. All you have to do is sign up with us and an account manager will be in touch soon to set you up with the experts you need. At Web Projects, we are extra flexible about the services that we provide. Whether you need a virtual assistant to work on various tasks or need a broad project completed in little time, we will make it work.
Administrative Tasks you Should be Outsourcing
While you cannot be expected to outsource every bit of your administration, there are quite a few administrative tasks that you can and should outsource. We cannot list them all, but you should consider outsourcing tasks that do not constitute core business activities. They may be tasks that you feel will take too much of your team's attention away from where it should be. Activities like typing, data entry, copywriting, making travel arrangements, scheduling and the like don't have to be a distraction for your team.
While there are many activities that can be outsourced to a managed service, there are a few that you may not want to outsource. The first that comes to mind is what you would consider Core business competences.
Also, you might not want to outsource functions that are dependent on your company's intellectual capital. It is not necessary to do so and most businesses won't consider it anyway, because it is generally understood that intellectual property should not be shared with third parties. However, this does not mean that managed services cannot be trusted with confidential information. At Web Projects, we take on data entry and manual keying tasks that involve confidential information and we handle them as such.
In a few simple steps, you can sign up with us and get an account manager to help you get the outsourced staff you need.


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There are a lot of people in the country asking "give me a job that I will not hate". Those people are looking for a career change because they are doing something they do not particularly like. Unfortunately that happened a lot in recent times especially after 2008 when many were laid off and had to find any type of work to pay the bills. If you are one of those people and you are wondering what you need to do to leave your old job and find something that you will love instead here are some tips that will help you.
Look Within
The easiest thing that you can do is to look for a different job in the company you are in if it is available. That does not mean just look for something different; you need to find something that you like doing or you will end up in the same situation that you are in now. If something is available make sure that you apply for that job and that you let the person in charge of doing the hiring of your interested in that employment opportunity. If they know who you are, then you will have a better chance of getting a new job as opposed to if they think that you are just a name on a piece of paper.
Keep Your Resume Up To Date
The first thing that you need to do is to make sure that you update your résumé. That means that your contact information is new and available, your work history is there and that you have listed all of your skills. Try to focus on the things that will help you land a job in the field that you want to go into. Keep in mind that if you do not for your field of choice you could still gain that experience with them by starting in another position. Your current experience could open the door for you, so think of all the aspects of the new company that will afford you a career change.
Take A Class
If you do not feel that you have the qualifications for something that you really want to do then it is time to invest in taking a class. You do not have to spend a lot of money to get on your way to a career change; some community colleges will offer classes which are enough to get you through the door and some will even give you a course completion diploma. Some of the choices if you decide to go that route include photography, video editing, auto repair, management etc.
You can also choose to take some online courses which are especially good if you do not have much time. Just make sure that the online program is accredited and that you will be given enough time to complete the course. The class maybe all that you need to go from "give me a job" to "you are hired". A lot of schools give you up to a couple of years to finish the course, but if you really want to you could finish it in less time.
Social Networking
One of the best ways to start a career change is to expand your network. There are many ways in you can get to know people on a field and improve your social networking with them. One of the better ones is through social media, specifically the LinkedIn website. You can get to know people on your field that could help you in your job search. It is always better if the people you meet are in your area and if you can meet them in person then your chances will be better. The people in LinkedIn are sometimes willing to meet in person or as a group to discuss the aspects of a new career, so if you can meet them make sure that you do. Social networking through sites like LinkedIn is easy and effective.
Another great site for social networking is the MeetUp website which has groups of which get together and that have similar interests. Look for a group in your area of people looking to network and if you do not see one then start one. One person in your network is who knows somebody is all that you need to get out of the job that you hate. You may also need some people in a professional network if you need references, so really try to get to know the people in the group. Keep in mind that these are your best references when you cannot use your current boss as one.
Save Some Money
It is always a good idea to have some money saved for when an emergency takes place. Remember that when you find a new job you will not necessarily have the same job security that you had at your current place of work. A little extra money will give you that extra cushion that you need if for some reason you are let go of your new job. You may need to make a few changes in your budget to save that money so look into things like your phone and your wireless bills, cable bills and even consider public transportation. Anything that you have to do to carry out your goal is just a temporary measure.
Common Excuses To Settle for What You Hate
You may know that you want to leave the company that you work for now, but you give yourself every excuse not to do so. Here are some of the most common excuses:
- Can't Leave it because of my family – Your family is a reason for you to try to find something that will make you happy. When you feel stressed you can bring work problems to the house and stress them as well.
- Don't know where to start – Now you do
- Don't know if it will work out – you may not know what is to come, but you do know what is not making you happy. If you always do the same thing, then you cannot expect a different result.
- I am making a good living – You may be making enough money, but money is not making you happy, is it?
Excuses will only hold you down, it is your responsibility to get past them to find a better life. A career change to something that you will love is worth the effort to get over those excuses. Improve your social networking and do not settle for the old so that you can make the needed change today.

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Posted on the Machine Vision mailing list last night, Warren Ellis wrote regarding his upcoming novel;
Due to continuing issues, I have today terminated my relationship with Mulholland Books. DEAD PIG COLLECTOR is cancelled (for now).
If you pre-ordered DEAD PIG COLLECTOR: Thank you! And I'm sorry. Really sorry. Your vendor will reverse the pre-order soon.
As this newsletter system was provided by Mulholland Books, it will doubtless be turned off shortly. Please do add me as @warrenellis on Twitter or Instagram or keep an eye on warrenellis.com for now.
Thank you all. You were a pleasure to write to and talk with.
Ellis declined to discuss this any further, off the newsletter.


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text: NoDo on the Venue Pro, but don't get too chummy -- Mango's on the way. An official blog post on Dell's site assures owners of the chunky WP7 slider that Microsoft's much anticipated OS update should be on its way before Autumn's end. Unlocked owners in the US, EMEA and India, in addition to locked handset owners on T-Mobile US and Cincinnati Bell will be treated to the tropical software sauce sometime in the next few weeks. Left out from this upgrade party are contracted device owners on AT&T that'll just have to wait for a future announcement. An official Mango rollout across all existing Redmond-sanctioned devices is already slated for the next two weeks anyway. Still, it's always nice to hear the news confirmed twice.


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What Parents can Expect at Chuck E. Cheese's
Whether it's family fun, games, delicious food, or peace of mind, check out what makes a Chuck E. Cheese's visit so awesome for YOU!
Come Together, Leave Together
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Everyone who enters our store gets a unique hand stamp that's verified upon their exit.
We Keep It Clean!
our promise to you
We clean and sanitize every area of the store throughout the day. We take pride in keeping our stores spotless and spiffy.
Where a Kid Can Be a Kid
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Today, more than ever, kids need a safe, wholesome environment in which to laugh and play. We're proud to provide that for your family and friends.
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Bedrooms: 5
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3/4 Baths: 4
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Spacious and bright, this contemporary hacienda-style luxury vacation rental from Time & Place features an exclusive beachfront location and amenities that will leave you speechless!
With a spectacular view of the Pacific as the focal point of this villa, the open floor plan allows you and your guests to appreciate this prime location. The inviting living room opens on both sides to reveal a gorgeous view of the infinity pool and the lush green lawn. Views of the Pacific can also be seen from one side of this living space, while the opposite side opens to the private courtyard with palm trees. Additional seating areas and a dining space also make up this open floor plan and no matter where you are, there's not a bad seat to be found. Out on the terrace you'll find a unique collection of sun loungers that are staggered near (and in) the beautiful swimming pool, as well as a manicured lawn with even more seating to take in the priceless vistas. An up close experience with the ocean is readily available at this beachfront villa with steps that lead directly to the beach. What could possibly make this location more tempting? The villa's friendly and professional staff will make your stay even more relaxing with daily housekeeping, concierge services, and breakfast and lunch prepared by the private chef.
The wonderful bedrooms appeal to a variety of groups whether you're traveling with family, friends, or both. The magnificent master suite is spacious with grand views of the ocean from the king size bed and lounge area. There is also an en suite bath with 2 outdoor showers and a sunken bathtub on the private terrace. The second and third suites are located in a separate building across from the palm tree courtyard. Each of these rooms have 2 queen size beds and en suite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers, and their own private patios with seating areas. The fourth room features a king size bed and en suite bath. The loft has 2 twin beds, an en suite bathroom, and its own balcony that overlooks the ocean. Two additional twin pull-out beds can be found in the media room depending on the needs of your party.
The level of relaxation you'll achieve here is unmatched. Soak up the sun as the house waiter brings you a fresh drink and delightful snacks. The house manager or concierge can arrange excursions, spa services, or tee times at 1 of the 2 Jack Nicklaus golf courses that guests have access to. There are also tennis facilities and a beach club that are at your disposal. As the sky turns from bright blue to soft pastels as the sun sets, you and your guests can toast to your good fortune at discovering this divine luxury vacation rental from Time & Place.
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Exchange your power cord for a pull cord! This energy–efficient design slices and grates up to 4 cups at once. The reversible slicing and grating blades are made of high quality stainless steel and stay super sharp. Instructions and recipe booklet included.
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New York, N.Y. – July 28, 2016 – The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced today that the 2016 News & Documentary Emmy Award honoree for Lifetime Achievement is documentarian and founder of Firelight Media, Stanley Nelson. Mr. Nelson is to be honored for his mastery of the craft of the documentary, particularly the historical documentary, and for his distinguished body of films exploring the many facets of the African American experience. The honor is bestowed annually on a journalist or filmmaker who has made a lasting and distinguished contribution to broadcast journalism or documentary film. The award will be presented on September 21, 2016, at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Frederick P. Rose Hall in New York City during the 37th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards.
"The National Academy is proud to honor Stanley Nelson with the News & Documentary Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding body of work," said Bob Mauro, President & CEO, NATAS. "Stanley is widely recognized for his captivating storytelling and wide-ranging exploration of the African American experience, and we are honored to add his name to the list of distinguished documentarians and journalists who have received this award."
Stanley Nelson
Mr. Nelson is one of the foremost chroniclers of the African American experience working in nonfiction film today. His films, many of which have aired on PBS, combine compelling narratives with rich and deeply researched historical detail, shining new light on both familiar and under-explored aspects of the American past.
Mr. Nelson's latest film, The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution (2016), is arguably the first comprehensive feature length historical documentary portrait of that iconic organization, as well as an extremely timely look at an earlier phase of black activism around police violence in African American communities. The film was recently nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award. Nelson's two previous films, Freedom Summer (2014) and Freedom Riders (2010), took a fresh look at multiracial efforts to register black voters and desegregate public transportation facilities in the Jim Crow South, critical events in the civil rights struggles of the 1960's. Nelson's 2003 film The Murder of Emmett Till, about the brutal killing of a fourteen-year-old African American boy in Mississippi in 1955, an event that had a galvanizing effect on the mid-century civil rights movement, uncovered new eyewitnesses to the crime and helped prompt the U.S. Department of Justice to reopen the case. Upcoming films include Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Historically Black Colleges, and The Slave Trade: Creating a New World. The films are part of a new multi-platform PBS series entitled America Revisited.
Other notable Nelson films include the Emmy nominated The Black Press: Soldiers Without Swords (1999), a sweeping portrait of over a century of independent black journalism; Two Dollars and a Dream (1989), a biography of Madame C.J. Walker, the first self-made African American female millionaire; Jonestown: The Life and Death of People's Temple (2006), a riveting account of how cult leader Jim Jones led more than 900 followers to commit mass suicide in a remote corner of northwestern Guyana in 1978; Marcus Garvey: Look for Me in the Whirlwind (2000) a moving account of the life of the controversial early twentieth century black nationalist; and A Place of Our Own (2004), a remarkable and revealing portrait of the upper middle class African American resort community of Oak Bluffs on Martha's Vineyard, as well as a very personal portrait of Nelson's sometimes difficult relationship with his father.
In 2000, Mr. Nelson, along with his wife, Marcia A. Smith, founded Firelight Media, a nonprofit production company dedicated to using historical film to advance contemporary social justice causes, and to mentoring, inspiring and training a new generation of diverse young filmmakers committed to advancing underrepresented stories.
Nelson, a MacArthur "Genius" Fellow, was awarded an individual Peabody for his body of work in May of 2016. He has received numerous honors over the course of his career, including five Primetime Emmy Awards. In 2013 Nelson received the National Medal in the Humanities from President Barack Obama.
The 37th Annual News & Documentary Emmy® Awards honors programming distributed during the calendar year 2015.
The list of nominees is also available on the National Television Academy's website: www.emmyonline.tv
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The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) is a service organization dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of television and the promotion of creative leadership for artistic, educational and technical achievements within the television industry. It recognizes excellence in television with the coveted Emmy® Award for News & Documentary, Sports, Daytime Entertainment, Daytime Creative Arts & Entertainment, Public & Community Service, and Technology & Engineering. NATAS membership consists of over 15,000 broadcast and media professionals represented in 19 regional chapters across the country. Beyond awards, NATAS has extensive educational programs including Regional Student Television and its Student Award for Excellence for outstanding journalistic work by high school students, as well as scholarships, publications, and major activities for both industry professionals and the viewing public. For more information, please visit the website at www.emmyonline.tv
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World Vision (along with a united coalition of 60 Australian Aid and Development NGOs) educated delegates at last month's Labor Party National Conference through a Campaign for Australian Aid booth and official side-event - co-hosted by the Shadow Minister for Foreign Affairs, the Hon. Tanya Plibersek MP.
The event was extremely well attended. The expert panel of speakers (including former Victorian Deputy Premier John Thwaites, World Vision CEO Tim Costello and the Member for Gellibrand Tim Watts MP) had a great opportunity to educate delegates about the upcoming Global Goals (replacing the Millennium Development Goals at the end of the year).
It was also a great opportunity to gain support for Australian aid, one of our best investments and brightest achievements.
"I've just come back from Ethiopia and you see the difference being made on the ground to families whose children are malnourished. The difference these, mostly women, were telling me that Australian aid has made in their lives, well, it saved their lives and saved the lives of their children. It's pretty shaming, to face people and know that the country that I'm a citizen of is closing off that sort of assistance to millions of people around the world." - The Hon. Tanya Plibersek MP
"When you ask Australians how much we invest in Australian aid they typically say 15 percent of the budget. It's only one percent! It's actually amazing how much we've been able to do with aid when we spend so little. We can eradicate extreme poverty by 2030, but not with this Australian aid budget." - Tim Costello


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Carolina Moon
Carolina Moon
Nora Roberts always gives her audience a "good read," and CAROLINA
MOON is no exception. Combining mystery, intrigue and romance,
Roberts examines an unsolved murder in a small southern town, and
the relationships that develop 18 years later when those directly
affected by the crime are reunited.
As a child, clairvoyant Tory Bodeen is abused and beaten by her
father Hannibal, a Bible-quoting fundamentalist who fears her gift.
Her only respite from this terrorization is the time she spends
with her best friend, Hope Lavelle. Although the girls come from
opposite social and economic ends --- Hope is the privileged
daughter of a wealthy farmer and socialite, while Tory lives in
poverty and abuse --- they are spiritual sisters. They share
secrets and adventures like any other pair of
Everything changes one hot August night. The girls plan to sneak
out of their houses after bedtime to meet for an adventure in the
swamp, a favorite hiding place. Hope reaches the swamp, but because
Tory has the misfortune to "see" where her mother has stored a
forgotten object, her father whips her with his belt and locks her
in her room as punishment.
With no way to reach her friend, Tory has another vision --- this
time of danger approaching Hope. She watches helplessly as Hope is
attacked, raped and strangled by an unseen man. Although Tory can
lead the police to Hope's body the next morning, she can't lead
them to the killer because she never saw his face. Not accepting
Tory's clairvoyance, neither Hope's family nor the police believe
that Tory wasn't really there, that she only saw the crime occur in
a vision. The murder remains unsolved, and soon after, Tory's
family moves away from Progress.
Eighteen years later, Tory returns to Progress --- the only place
she ever considered a hometown --- to open Southern Comfort, a gift
shop specializing in high-end South Carolina crafts. She becomes
reacquainted with Faith Lavelle, Hope's twin. Faith and Tory must
now redefine their relationship. When Hope was alive, Faith was the
outsider. Faith is still haunted by Hope's death and the self-image
that she was never as good as her twin. Her low self-esteem has led
her through two disastrous marriages and countless love affairs.
Paralleling Tory's return home, Faith must learn to accept herself,
and the love she has long denied Tory's cousin, Wade.
Tory also becomes reacquainted with Faith and Hope's older brother
Cade, and a new relationship develops. Cade doesn't blame Tory for
Hope's death and is not frightened or disgusted by Tory's
clairvoyance, but Tory has been hurt by such attitudes in the
Shortly after returning to Progress, Tory begins to have visions of
Hope's murder, as well as visions of other women being killed in
the same manner --- murders that are also unsolved. When a young
high school teacher is brutally raped and murdered, it becomes
evident that Hope's death was not a one-time event caused by a
passing vagrant, but the work of a serial killer who is still
living in their midst. Tory can see and feel the pain and terror of
each death, but she cannot see the killer. For Tory, solving Hope's
murder becomes the key to burying the past, moving on with her
life, and building a permanent relationship with Cade.
While Roberts handles interpersonal relationships adeptly, there is
one relationship she almost ignores --- that of Tory and her
clairvoyance. Throughout the book, Tory is clearly ambivalent about
her clairvoyance, but Roberts doesn't explore that in any depth.
There is no reference to Tory learning to deal with her gift,
either through the help of a mentor or self-development. At
different times during the book, Tory both welcomes and rejects her
visions, leaving the reader a bit confused as to her true feelings.
I would have liked more in-depth examination of how Tory learned to
accept the metaphysical, and how it affected her relationships with
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Parmesan Crab Bites
Super simple appetizer to put together. Honest.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
1 Tablespoon melted butter
1 Tablespoon flour
1/2 cup milk
1 Tablespoon dry white wine
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup flaked crab meat (fresh will be better than canned, but you can use either)
rounds of bread or crackers
shredded fresh Parmesan
1. Preheat oven to broil.
2. Heat butter and milk over low heat until thick. Add wine, salt and crab meat and stir. Remove from heat and spread mixture on bread or crackers. Place on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with cheese and broil until cheese melts.
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How to Motivate Surly Employees
Friendliness is the most efficient way to convey a positive message to customers, according to Kevin Billingsley and Brooke Billingsley, authors of the book "Turn Your Customer On: 23 Ways to Motivate Employees and Make Customers Love You." Giving customers a positive vibe increases the chance that they will return to your small business or recommend it to others. Through the work environment you create, your personal demeanor and the training you provide, you can motivate your surly employees to be friendly and personable.
Communicate Your Vision
If you want employees to act in a certain way, share your vision with them. Hold a meeting and explain the direction of the company. Explain how having a positive and friendly relationship with customers benefits the business. Consider telling your employees that when the business does well, benefits become available to them such as pay increases, bonuses and other perks. However, only tell them about benefits if you plan to follow through on them.
Competitive Pay and Benefits
If you strive to provide competitive pay and benefits to your employees, they'll be happier. If you don't currently provide benefits, see what you can do to change that. If you can't financially justify benefits, offer financial incentives for a job well done. The more you can do to make employees feel that their time invested in your organization is well spent, the happier they will be.
Change the Decor
A drab, lifeless decor does nothing to lift employees' moods. Look at the work environment. A fresh coat of paint in a cheery color makes a difference. Take photos of your employees while hard at work. Frame them and hang them in an entryway where everyone can see them. Allow employees to decorate their personal workspaces to boost morale. If the budget allows, give the employees a set amount of money to purchase decor and decorate the office.
Monitor Your Attitude
If you want your employees to stop being surly, set a good example. Always smile and say something positive when in contact with employees or customers. Your demeanor matters.
Have Fun
Make your work environment fun. From designing fun, exciting uniforms to celebrating every chance you get, you can make a difference in your employees' attitudes. Hold crazy dress-up days with crazy socks, crazy hats or crazy ties, and give a small award to the employee who makes the best effort. Celebrate birthdays each month. Hold impromptu awards ceremonies to recognize employees who go above and beyond the call of duty.
Offer Training
Teach employees how to act. Not everyone will be in a good mood 100 percent of the time. That's where acting skills come into play. Hold an acting workshop for employees to play out scenarios where they practice being positive, even when they don't feel that way. Vary the scenarios. Make some difficult, such as having to deal with a rude customer who makes unreasonable demands.
Communicate Your Expectations
Make it known that you expect employees to smile and be pleasant to every customer who walks through the door -- no matter what. Tell employees that you expect them to be polite and cheerful even in the most difficult transactions. If you make it known that a positive and friendly attitude is required, most employees will follow suit. Privately counsel those employees who continue to exhibit surliness.
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Status Orange snow and ice warning extended to Monday
Those who are cut off by the very large drifts keep in touch by phone with friends and family
Farmers dig out the locals in Glenmore as they remove snowdrifts
Met Éireann has extended a Status Orange snow-ice warning for Leinster, Cavan, Monaghan, Cork, Tipperary and Waterford.
The forecaster added: "Widespread lying snow and ice will continue to lead to hazardous conditions.
"There will be a risk of localised flooding due to rising river levels and there will be areas of surface water pooling. Mountainous catchments and urban areas most affected."
The alert is valid until noon on Monday.
Schools and colleges are expected to reopen tomorrow after they were closed during Storm Emma.
However, it is being left to individual institutions to decide, depending on the circumstances and conditions in their area, according to the Department of Education.
Meanwhile clean-up operations are continuing today across the county.
The public are advised to refer to Kilkenny County Council's website: http://www.kilkennycoco.ie for a list of the roads that are now passable with care throughout the county.
Update-10am Sun 4th March— Kilkenny Council (@KilkennyNotices) March 4, 2018
Roads crews working in areas in North & South of the County where serious accumulations have occurred. Three heavy machines have been deployed to the Castlewarren / Brown Mountain area which is impassable, in an effort to clear drifts. @merrionstreet
Those who are cut off by the very large drifts keep in touch by phone with friends & family— Kilkenny Council (@KilkennyNotices) March 4, 2018
We would ask water customers to conserve the supply as breaks may occur in the coming days
Regular updates will be provided on all normal news channels, social media, & the coco website
Still plenty of snow to clear in some areas this morning. Some snaps from windgap Kilkenny, Rathcoffey Kildare and Tinahely Wicklow. #GlanbiaIreland #StoremEmma #FarmSafely pic.twitter.com/fQN6BMyEZt— Glanbia Agribusiness (@GlanbiaAgri) March 4, 2018


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Raspberry Pi navigation on the open seas
By 1980 it had become clear that electrical devices on board a boat had to be able to communicate with each other in some way. The NMEA 0183 standard was developed as the first protocol of its kind, describing fundamental standards for the process by which existing devices exchange information with one another. However, NMEA 0183 has major weaknesses. For example, the specifications do not prescribe how the devices make the information available. The RS232 serial protocol is the preferred choice, wherein wire pairs from each device are connected to D-Sub nine-pin connectors, from which data can flow unimpeded.
NMEA 2000 is the successor standard to NMEA 0183, with improvements to make communications easier. For example, the newer standard has its own type of connector, by which all existing devices on a boat can be daisy-chained together. The result is a large contiguous network that can be tapped into at any point to access all available data. The catch, however, is that the protocol is proprietary and therefore cannot be used with open source applications.
Additionally, all of the larger manufacturers of nautical electronics have developed their products on the basis of either NMEA 0183 or NMEA 2000. This is a problem with respect to the "Einstein" echo sounder, which speaks "Seatalk," a proprietary version of NMEA 0183. Therefore, the data cannot be captured over the RS232 protocol, requiring an adapter for devices compatible with either standard.
avNav as a Data Center
So how can it be that this menagerie of devices works properly in combination with a Raspberry Pi and avNav? The good news comes first. The NMEA 0183 protocol is still used for data output on many of the devices. The integrated GPS likewise offers a wire pair for NMEA 0183. The radio that was selected does the same. The speedometer also communicates data via NMEA 0183. Therefore, the data can be rerouted to a Rasp Pi with a D-Sub connector and a USB adapter for serial interfaces.
A costly NMEA 0183 bridge would otherwise be necessary for connecting multiple compatible devices. Ordinarily such a bridge comes with an integrated serial USB adapter for sending data to a computer, but it would cost at least 10 times as much as the present solution. In the end, it was necessary to purchase a Seatalk-to-NMEA 0183 bridge for the echo sounder because the Rasp Pi with avNav simply does not understand Seatalk.
The radio also has special needs. It outputs AIS data but speaks RS422, another serial protocol, rather than RS232, which also can be connected to the Rasp Pi by means of a D-Sub nine-pin and serial-to-USB adapter. However, the wire assignment is different from the RS232. As a result, it is a good idea to be careful when soldering; otherwise, the Rasp Pi could receive mixed signals or no signal at all on the serial interface.
An additional consideration unique to the radio has to do with GPS. The NMEA 0183 wires leading from the GPS are supposed to connect the GPS directly with the radio. This is a clever arrangement. If the captain sends out an SOS via DSC, the radio will then recognize the current location of the boat and simultaneously send this information with the alarm. The sea rescuers will then know where they need to go. The data from the GPS is also supposed to go to the Rasp Pi. In the end, a Wago clamp solved the problem. By means of a Y-type assembly, a cable supplies a wire pair from the GPS to the radio and another cable goes to the Rasp Pi.
Theoretically, it is sufficient to solder the wires for the on-board metrics devices directly to a D-Sub nine-pin connector bar. For everyday use, however, a housing for the connectors should be used in addition to the connector bar. This creates integrated cable strain relief. Technically speaking, this is not a major factor. However the housing does protect the solder on the D-Sub connections from breaking if boating conditions become rough.
To determine whether the connection was successful, I issued the terminal multiplexer
screen command,
$ screen -L /dev/ttyUSB0 38400
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No Elokobi? No problem for Orient this time around
PUBLISHED: 12:00 16 August 2018
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Marvin Ekpiteta has stepped up to the plate in the absence of the experienced defender
Leyton Orient will be without George Elokobi for the foreseeable future after he suffered an injury last week, but it does offer Marvin Ekpiteta and Dan Happe a deserved chance.
Justin Edinburgh started the new season with a centre back pairing of Josh Coulson and Elokobi, but the latter picked up a hamstring problem during the 1-1 draw with Ebbsfleet United on August 7.
The experienced defender went down inside the first minute of the clash at the Breyer Group Stadium and was replaced by Ekpiteta.
After catching the eye during pre-season, the ex-East Thurrock United centre back impressed off the bench against Fleet and then played 90 minutes during the 2-2 draw on Saturday with Barrow.
He continued his excellent form with a goal on Tuesday night in Orient's 2-1 victory at Maidstone United and the way the club have dealt with Elokobi's injury this season is in complete contract to last September.
When the former Wolverhampton Wanderers suffered a serious hamstring injury away to Boreham Wood at the start of the previous season, O's failed to win any of their next 14 league fixtures – losing nine of them.
It has been a different story so far this time around and while Elokobi's injury has been confirmed as a grade two tear, it will not require surgery and should only keep him out for a couple of months.
Nevertheless, O's midfielder Alex Lawless is confident Ekpiteta can step up to the plate over the next few weeks.
The midfielder said of Orient's young centre back: "People don't get to see what Marvin does in training, but us lads do.
"Marvin's performances in the pre-season games and in the draw with Ebbsfleet is no surprise to the squad given the way he trains and applies himself."
While Ekpiteta has a place in the starting XI at the moment, he will know Dan Happe is breathing down his neck and Edinburgh can also use Joe Widdowson there too.
The O's boss has lots of options all over the pitch and this Saturday may see new signing Dale Gorman in the matchday squad for the first time when Boreham Wood visit.
He played an hour in a game at Orient's training ground on Friday (August 10) and is now pushing for a spot in the 16-man squad for this weekend's National League clash.
O's will be looking to secure their first home win after draws with Ebbsfleet and Barrow this season – where they conceded late goals in both games.
In those matches, Orient have been in the lead, but failed to hold on and Lawless feels it is important they show more of a clinical edge.
He added: "I think we saw how much influence the crowd can have against Ebbsfleet because the noise at certain moments was great and we just need to try and score a few more goals and keep people happy.
"We have quite a few home games in the first month and the pitch is lovely, so hopefully we can take advantage of that."
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- Chicken 1 cup
- Salt & pepper to taste
- All purpose flour 2 cups
- Cheese ¾ cup
- Baking powder 1 tsp
- Red chili crushed ½ tsp
- Chopped mix veggies ½ cup (onion, capsicum & carrot)
- Egg 1
- Milk 1 cup
- Oil/butter ½ cup
- Preheat oven at 200 degrees C. Grease muffins pan.
- Cook chicken with salt and pepper then shred it.
- Combine flour, cheese, baking powder, red chili flakes salt and pepper.
- In another bowl lightly whisk egg, milk and oil/butter.
- Pour mixture in dry ingredients then fold in chopped veggies. Mix to just combine.
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London Chapter Meetings in 2017
Here are the topics for our London Chapter Meetings in 2017
We have begun our programme for 2017 with a very successful Chapter Meeting at EY on 15th February with a panel of seven speakers who explored Managing Risk and Compliance in an Uncertain World,
The exact dates and locations for the forthcoming meetings will be confirmed shortly, but please make a note of these and keep checking the website for updates.
Brexit & Beyond: What does Article 50 and the new Trump Administration mean for Global Mobility?
When: Monday, 15th May from 9am-11.30am
Where: KPMG, 20 Grosvenor St, Mayfair, London W1K 4QJ
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A Masterclass in Vendor Management: Costs versus Benefits
When: Tuesday, 26th September from 5.30PM - 8.30PM
Where: HSBC, 8 Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London, E14 5HQ
Ask an Expert: Review of the most pressing global mobility issues in 2017 and a look ahead to 2018
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Abe Lincoln in Pescadero?.?.?..Story by John Vonderlin
Story by John Vonderlin Email John ([email protected]) Hi June, President Abraham Lincoln in Pescadero? Not quite, but I did find a connection between Honest Abe and Pescadero recently. I was reading Dr. Alan Brown's book, "Place Names of San Mateo … Continue reading
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The Coburn Mystery: Chapter 56
And then San Mateo County Assemblyman and attorney James T. O'Keefe proposed that Pebble Beach become a county park. I'm assuming he was referring to the beach of fancy pebbles, more "valuable" when it wasn't covered by the incoming tides. … Continue reading
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The Coburn Mystery: Chapter 55
By June Morrall But soon after the new road was built, Loren Coburn locked the gate to Pebble Beach. Again. It was quickly reopened. "…Loren Coburn claims the beach itself and tells people who take pebbles from it they are … Continue reading
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The Coburn Mystery: Chapter 54
By June Morrall If you have been following my storyline, you know that the Pescaderans and Loren Coburn agreed on nothing. They especially disagreed over the road to Pebble Beach, believing it was a public not a private road. Many … Continue reading
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The Coburn Mystery: Chapter 53
By June Morrall Whenever times got rough, the villagers of Pescadero got together at Pebble Beach as they did on a Saturday in May of 1892. It was just like old times: Early in the morning a caravan of coaches … Continue reading
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Vanishing Beaches: Story by John Vonderlin
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A host of female Democratic senators have called on colleague Al Franken to resign amid allegations of sexual misconduct.
Senators Kirsten Gillibrand, Patty Murray, Claire McCaskill, Mazie Hirono, Kamala Harris and Maggie Hassan all called on Franken to step down.
The calls came as another woman accused Franken of sexual misconduct in an account to Politico.
"I believe it would be better for our country if he sent a clear message that any kind of mistreatment of women in our society isn't acceptable by stepping aside to let someone else serve," Ms Gillibrand said.
The demands came in rapid succession after Franken today vehemently denied a new sexual misconduct accusation that came from a former Democratic congressional aide that he tried to forcibly kiss her after a taping of his radio show in 2006.
The Minnesota Democrat said in a statement that the allegation, reported by Politico, was "categorically not true".
The woman, who was not identified by name, said Franken pursued her after her boss had left and she was collecting her belongings.
She said she ducked to avoid his lips, and that Franken told her: "It's my right as an entertainer."
Franken, in his statement, said the idea he would claim such conduct as a right as an entertainer was "preposterous".
But the tide quickly turned against Franken.
Fellow Democrats had previously been cautious and respected Franken's right to co-operate with an ethics probe.
But the steady stream of allegations has female Democrats fed up.
"I'm shocked and appalled by Senator Franken's behaviour," Ms Murray said.
"It's clear to me that this has been a deeply harmful, persistent problem and a clear pattern over a long period of time. It's time for him to step aside."
A spokesman for Minority Leader Chuck Schumer had no immediate comment.
Franken already faced a Senate Ethics Committee investigation into previous claims by several other women that he groped them or sought to forcibly kiss them.
"This allegation is categorically not true and the idea that I would claim this as my right as an entertainer is preposterous," Franken said.
"I look forward to fully cooperating with the ongoing ethics committee investigation."
The allegations against Franken began in mid-November when Los Angeles radio anchor Leeann Tweeden accused him of forcibly kissing her during a 2006 USO tour.
Several other allegations have followed, including a woman who says that Franken put his hand on her buttocks during a picture pose at the Minnesota State Fair in 2010.
Two women, who asked to remain anonymous, have told the Huffington Post that Franken squeezed their buttocks at political events during his first campaign for the Senate in 2008.
A fourth woman, an army veteran, alleged Franken cupped her breast during a photo op on a USO tour in 2003.
Franken has apologised for his behaviour but he has disputed some of the allegations.


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Belle Fiole, pronounced "bell fee-yol", means "beautiful vessel". We opened for business in November 2006, with the desire to give local residents a place to get a beautiful tan in a clean and relaxing environment. Today, we continue to strive to give our clients excellence in customer service, cleanliness and tanning. We regularly meter our tanning lamps to ensure they are providing clients with the best UV output. Our cleaning regimen includes cleaning and sanitizing the beds three times between each client with a hospital-grade cleaning solution and soap. We also include the chairs, doorknobs, walls and floors in the process as well, and a clean and sanitized pair of eyewear and a fresh towel is provided to each client.
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Jason and Jenni Blackburn have been married since February 1999 and have four children: Will, Alora, Alaina and Wesley. Besides owning Belle Fiole, Jenni owns a custom cake & dessert business called Creme de la Creme Cakery. You can check out her website at www.cremedelacremecakery.net or her facebook page. Jason cheerfully fills in at the tanning salon when Jenni is busy at home making cakes. When he isn't working at the tanning salon, Jason is next door working for his father-in-law at American Muscle Car Parts.
Carmen Watt (Jenni's mom): Carmen helps behind the scenes at the tanning salon by cleaning beds, towels & eyewear.


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Call government-funded healthcare a military "rapid deployment exercise," give it a cool name like "Tropic Care Maui" and even the Republicans will get on board. Maui County Mayor Alan Arakawa did just that in a May 14 news release announcing that free health, dental and vision care will be offered to Maui County, courtesy of 400 uniformed personnel in the US armed forces.
"This program will provide vital health care services for residents, especially those who don't have or cannot afford any medical insurance," said Arakawa in the statement.
Residents will be able to receive care at several locations across the islands. These clinics will run June 4-12 with hours from 8am-4pm. All residents are welcome and no identification or fees will be required. Uniformed doctors, nurses, pharmacists, ophthalmologists, dentists and other healthcare workers will perform services including physical examinations, vision checks, basic dental care and nutrition counseling, among others, stated the May 14 news release.
Tropic Care 2013 will be made possible through collaboration between the county, the State of Hawaii Department of Health and the Innovative Readiness Training Program of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs. Maui County was selected as a location for the program after Arakawa signed an official request to the U.S. Department of Defense in 2011. Last year's location was Kauai, which received about $1 million in free health services for an estimated 12,000 residents, according to military officials cited by the news statement.
"This opportunity will allow the Department of Health to save thousands of dollars and collect substantial and important data to map the landscape of Maui County's health status," said Dr. Lorrin Pang, Health Officer of the Maui County District, in the statement. "Tropic Care is a huge undertaking but our Federal, State and County levels of government are doing this so the community can reap the benefits."
Here are the free clinic locations:
• Central Maui: IAO INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL – June 4-12
• South Maui: ST. THERESA CATHOLIC CHURCH – June 4-12
• Lanai: LANAI HIGH & ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – June 4-12
• Hana: HELENE HALL – June 4-6
• Molokai: KAUNAKAKAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – June 7-10
• West Maui: LAHAINA CIVIC CENTER – June 11-12


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It's also placing at the top of All Formats charts across 10 European territories.
Posted By Ravi Sinha | On 13th, Sep. 2012 Under News
NCSoft and ArenaNet are rolling in the money lately. Besides setting records for MMOs and they've just hit another milestone. Guild Wars 2 is confirmed to have sold more than two million units.
First-party sales were halted as NCSoft replenished retail stores to maintain an optimal player experience, but even after launching a little over two weeks ago, is averaging a peak concurrency of 400,000 players regularly. First week sales currently place the PC MMO at the top of the All Formats charts across ten European territories.
President and co-founder of ArenaNet Mike O'Brien stated, "Reactions from around the world justified the time and care we put into developing Guild Wars 2 and making it into the game it is today. And this is only the beginning.
"We're continually fine-tuning the game to deliver the polished experience that our players expect, and we're already working on new adventures and experiences to introduce into this truly dynamic online world."
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The easiest way to reach us directly is to click on the live chat button at the bottom right of your screen. If it's during work hours (and often outside of them!) we'll be there to chat directly back with you.
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We've chosen the above methods as our preferred contact as it is the best & fastest way to keep track of the problems we're solving & help we're providing which in turn allows us to learn from our mistakes and continually improve on your experience.
How do I learn more about Miss Amara?
We love that you want to know more! There's so much to tell! We could go on and on but we don't want to bore you with details you're not interested in.
If you'd like to know about how Miss Amara started, us (the co-founders) & our vision for the business, you can check out Our Story.
We've started a blog which we intend to update regularly with inspiration and ideas for decorating your home as well as stories and background on the business. You can check out our profiles here: Facebook and Instagram.
Or if you have a specific question or would prefer to talk to us directly, use the 'ask a question button' on the top right of the page & fill out the form to get in touch. All questions come directly to our email inbox and we'll try to get back to you as quickly as we can!
Can I return my rug if I don't like it?
Yes, you can return your rug within 30 days if you do not like it. Refer to our returns page for terms & details. Some rugs such as made to order rugs, or custom sizes are not returnable, if you are unsure please get in touch to find out which rugs these are.
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Polypropylene is a man made material that was engineered to have a wide variety of benefits - for example its super soft - it feels like a mix between silk and wool, but also the fibres are what they call "stain resistant". This means is if you get to spills quickly they won't absorb right away and will lift straight off - impressive and practical in households with kids or pets.
Do wool rugs shed?
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- Delivery is handled by a 3rd party courier company so we are unable to provide exact times or delivery days
- The courier company performs deliveries Monday-Friday during business hours
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New haiga by Jeffrey Winke
* Jeffrey Winke is a regular IS&T contributor – we'll be publishing some of his latest haibun over the next few weeks.Read More
Casey Quinn wants to be like John Wayne
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i want to be just like john wayne
drink my whiskey
while laying down
the law.
a real, gritty, down to earth,
no bull, straight shooting,
type of man.
lead with actions,
not words.
stand up for
what is right.
take the moral
high road.
a man respected
and beloved,
by all.
i want to be
john wayne.
right after
i finish
my mocha latte,
i'm going to my salon
and get my hair styled,
get new denim clothes,
a big hat,
and cowboy boots.
i'm going to be
just like
* Casey Quinn is a writer of prose and poetry. He is also editor of the online magazine Short Story Library http://shortstory.us.com as well as the managing editor of ReadMe Publishing www.readme.us.com
Patricia Mullin is looking at a pile of kitchen utensils
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Today (Tuesday 27 January) is National Holocaust Memorial Day. This poem was written in response to a pile of kitchen utensils on display as part of The Holocaust Exhibition at The Imperial War Museum in London.
The Whisk, the Spoon and the Grater.
The handing down of recipes grandmother, mother, daughter.
How much grated lemon rind? 'Is this a pinch mama?'
Almonds blanched or toasted?
The blending of butter, the tender folding of egg white.
Simple acts of love.
In a small brown case, Ira placed the whisk the spoon and the grater
she would never use.
The whisk, the spoon and the grater, were added to the pile.
Simple acts of hate.
Patricia Mullin trained at Colchester School of Art, Central School of
Art & Design (now Central-St Martins) and Goldsmiths. Her first novel Gene Genie
was published in 2005 and in 2007 she graduated from the Writing the
Visual MA at from Norwich School of Art. Patricia is completing her
second novel Casting Shadows, writing short fiction and teaching creative writing at Norwich Cathedral.
John Grochalski's wonders where Judy is tonight
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judy said she had a tattoo
of calvin and hobbes
on each ass cheek
and she had dirty blonde
hair and almond eyes
that looked at you, pierced you
in a way that said you could
really learn to understand
each other when you weren't
too busy fucking.
when she spoke she said
stupid things, but who didn't.
she said things like
we really see eye to eye
and aren't weddings the best
or beer will make me fat.
and when you took judy
on the dance floor
she laughed every single time
you dipped her
and when i pulled her close
she breathed heavily on my shoulder
that is, until my friend, colby, cut in.
judy came to the wedding with colby,
and afterwards he was going
to take her to a hotel and fuck her
in order to get back at his girlfriend
for getting pregnant.
i'd forgotten that part.
i really wanted judy
but colby was like family
and he said isn't she the kind
of woman your friend should really be dating
and how could i argue with that?
but more than everything else
judy could nuzzle a man under
his ear just right,
and she was a master
at playing one fool off another one.
her kisses tasted like roses
and hell, after all of these years
i wonder where judy is
on this ugly earth tonight.
John Grochalski is an American writer whose poetry has appeared in a
wide range of magazines. His short fiction has appeared in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and the forthcoming anthology Living Room Handjob. My His collection of poetry The Noose Doesn't Get Any Looser After You Punch Out is published by Six Gallery Press.
New podcast by Graham Burchell
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Here's our latest poetry podcast recording, courtesy of PoetCasting.co.uk. The poem – Still Waiting – is by Graham Burchell. Graham Burchell has published a pamphlet Ladies of Divided Twins (Erbacce Press, 2008) and a collection Vermeer's buy lasix tablets Corner (Foothills Publishing, 2008). His poems have appeared in a number of print and online journals including Borderlands Texas Review, Euphony, Acumen, and South Crannog. He was nominated for a Pushcart prize in 2006.
Jon Tait's been called to prayers
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Call to prayers
There's no chance of me getting off the ship in Tunis as I look at the endless green embarkation cards in Arabic & as I gaze from the rails spot not only industrial metal towers and buildings and old tugs puffing black smoke but a serious looking cop with a smart grey uniform and a machine gun across his chest although behind him up on a yellow hill in the distance I can see the ancient city of Carthage & I'm wondering about the mysteries there & the exciting busy bustle of the souks with fantastically coloured carpets & the throng of chatter rising in strange tongues I'd had the excitement all morning looking at the black African coastline in the muggy brown darkness before dawn with the lights from strange towns twinkling like distant stars from the round porthole & I can almost taste the spices in the food from a dark street vendor as I stride along in a cream suit and panama hat like a secret service agent on my way to meet a contact just got to get past that cop cross the large car park & there are the white domed buildings blinding in the sun with a heat so oppressive it hangs heavy in your lungs while in the distance a megaphone calls people to prayers.
* Jon Tait is a former sportswriter and was the press officer at now defunct Gretna FC in the Scottish League.
Kayode Isaac's got a life
My Life's Back
I was doing this before, steadily –
And for my age and range, doing it well
Cuddling you, molding you, making-up and dressing your contents
I was using you, not only as the butter for my bread
But also as the point of my strength – the only meal that truly revives me
Eating you with all my strength to gain more.
No fame, fortune or flaunt
I wasn't looking for them anyway, their fourth friend is failure
Within me though, I was getting what you give and give abundantly;
You were giving me life
Until I chose the path of lifelessness – not death
For they are three: life, lifelessness and death!
Now that I've squandered my lifelessness and hate death,
I need my life back – the pen and paper; the creativity; the tranquility
My bread, on which I coat you, my butter
My palm oil with which I eat the yam of life
I need you in my life, dear life
Death I hate and lifelessness I have exhausted!
* Kayode Isaac is a reporter for a society magazine in Lagos, Nigeria.


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This is an open letter to Walnut Township Trustee Alan C. (Sonny) Dupler. I am responding to the unfounded and false accusations that you made against me in a Letter in the Sept. 14, 2013, Beacon, regarding the Sweet Corn Festival parade.
I was prepared to give you facts that you were probably not aware of at Tuesday night's trustees meeting. Unfortunately, you were not able to attend that meeting. I will share the information directly with you at the next trustees meeting.
Terry W. Horn – Chair
Walnut Township Trustees


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New Delhi: Several MPs from the Left staged a protest outside the Parliament House here on Tuesday, taking up the issue of rising intolerance in the country.
Led by CPI-M general secretary Sitaram Yechury and senior CPI leader D Raja and others, the parliamentarians held placards with slogans that read 'Down down communalism' and "Rising intolerance in the country".
Earlier on Monday, the Lok Sabha saw several adjournments as members of the opposition created a ruckus in the house over the issue that has provoked many writers, intellectuals, actors and artists to return their honours and medals to the government.
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A wine sampler pack is an ideal way to discover good wines you might like and wines that simply don't suit your taste.
The most important tip to remember is that wine is about taste and it's a personal choice, so trust your taste buds. It's always a good idea to try a wine before purchasing it, or at least base your wine buying decisions on what your friends or family recommend. Ultimately, use your own palate to make your choices.
You should also be patient with yourself because learning to buy good wine has quite a learning curve. The best way to learn is try many different wines and expand your wine cellar. People tend to find a wine they like and then stick with it spending little time experimenting with other wines. Why not explore other wines and find some other great choices?
Many of us love wine, but lack the budget that allows for expensive, "fine" wines. For that matter, I have found that if I want to enjoy wine regularly (which I do), I can't even afford $15 a bottle as that mounts up quickly in the old monthly budget. But fear not, budget wine enthusiasts, good wines, even fine wines are available on a shoe string.
Many people have already discovered the charms of Barefoot Cellars California and Big Kahuna wines, to the point of these good wines being virtually omnipresent on dinner tables everywhere. But did you know, or realize, that there are many, many quality varieties available through a host of other vineyards. Indeed, there are dozens of wines at half the price of say Yellowtail, that produce a sophisticated flavor, and are a more congenial match with most meals.
I think you'll find these wines zippy enough to stand on their own, quite nicely, beside a host of dinner entrees.
I will definitely keep my eye out for these California delights in the future, and at $5 a bottle, I know that it won't break the bank if I create my own wine tasting packages for home.
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House Exams
House exams for 1st, 2nd and 5th year students commence Tuesday 29th May until Friday 1st June. We remind all students to ensure they are prepared and continue their efforts with their study. The exam timetable is available on the school website under curriculum – Examinations – House Exams,
Leaving Certificate Ecumenical Service
The Leaving Cert Ecumenical Service will take place on Wednesday 23rd May at 7pm. Parents and Guardians of our Leaving Cert students are most welcome on the evening. This is a very special service as we see our students move on to the next chapter in their educational careers. The students are invited to a meal prior to the service with all our staff to celebrate their end of senior cycle.
English Oral Communication
Well done to our students in 2nd year who have completed their Oral Communication task in their English lessons.
LCA Leisure Trip
LCA classes went on their end of year adventure trip Monday 14th May. They visited Letterkenny Adventure Centre to participate in team challenges; this was an excellent team bonding day. All involved had a great day and some wonderful sunny weather too!
LCA Orals
Students in LCA sat their orals this week in Spanish and Irish. Well done to our students on taking the first step on their exam journey.
Transition Year:
Our TY students and several teachers travelled to the Balmoral show in Lisburn, Belfast on Thursday 17th May. The Balmoral show is Northern Ireland's largest agricultural show featuring farming and agricultural displays and competitions. Students had the day to explore the stalls however, the highlight of the day was the funfair on site. They also watched competitions such as dressage and sheep shearing. They had lunch at the wide variety of food stalls the grounds contained. The TYs were very fortunate as the weather was beautiful on the day which added to the enjoyment.
TY Showcase
Preparation for the showcase continues! TY students are actively working in co–ordination with teachers and Eilish McIntyre. The showcase focuses on all the events, talks, activities, trips and outings the TY's ventured on this year. It promises to be fun filled night highlighting the TY year through wonderful speeches, skits, PowerPoints full of memories and an abundance of photos! The showcase takes place in the AVS on Monday 21st May. All TY parents and guardians are welcome as well as incoming TYs and their parents.
TY Sports Leadership Inspection
For weeks our TY's have worked endlessly on their Sports Leadership programme. Maria Mc Gill, Donegal Sports Partnership visited the AVS to give feedback to TY sports leaders. TY students who are involved in this were removed from timetabled lessons in groups of two or three throughout the day. Two groups of first year students assisted throughout the day with the demonstrations. Our students completed modules in: planning, leading and reviewing a sports activity, developing leadership activities, leading activities that promote healthy lifestyles etc. This week, the TY's reached the end of the programme therefore, today they demonstrated the skills they had learned through the programme over the course of it.
Transition to 5th year Talk
Our TY students are coming to the end of their TY experience. 5th year will be the next chapter of their lives and students will now have to focus their efforts on senior cycle and the Leaving Certificate exam. On Friday 18th, Mr Sean Magee visited the AVS to speak with Transition Year students regarding their transition to 5th year. Students will now begin to focus more on career choices and their academic subjects. TY is a beneficial year as it takes the pedal off exams and places more of a focus on fostering responsibility. The TY programme offers students an educational experience with a view to achieve increased maturity, before proceeding to further study. It is important that TY students understand the importance of 5th year and how to settle in as they transition from a programme which placed greater responsibility on learning and decision making.
Sean spoke to students about motivating themselves to start studying and to remember that fifth and sixth year requires hard work from the beginning. He reminded students to make sure to pace themselves well with their study and not to burn out. Some students find it difficult to study after TY, he gave students ideas on how to cross this barrier. Thank you to Sean for the informative talk!
Leaving Cert Students V's the AVS Teachers
Tuesday 15th was one enjoyable afternoon as some of our Leaving Cert students played a volleyball match against our very own AVS teachers. Our brave teachers braved the court to take on a mix of Leaving Certs. It was entertaining to say the least! The teachers were victorious in the end. Refreshments followed the heated game so students could relax and enjoy the social event. Thanks to the PE Dept. and also the Guidance Dept. for all of their work in the planning of this event.
Active Schools
Sports Day is scheduled to take place next Tuesday. This event is weather permitting and with this week's weather being so beautiful we have our fingers crossed. The students are guaranteed a full filled day with novelty events and more challenging ones like the shot put. Every P.E. class currently are preparing for this event.
Active Week
From Monday 21st May till Friday 25th the AVS will host Active Week. Our Drop Everything and Walk was very successful with staff and students last year and it is guaranteed to be a success this year too as we take to the school track. The active school committee have organised other activities for the week some of the activities include yoga, self-defense and rowing.
Junior Cycle Camogie
On Monday 21st May our junior team will play St. Catherine's in Drumcliff, Co. Donegal. 1st, 2nd and 3rd year girls will participate in this game as a part of our school's Active Week.
Three of our students competed in the Donegal Golf finals on Monday. Jamie Crawford, Jayden Mgbam, Connor McGoldrick travelled to Dunfanaghy. Unfortunately, the team didn't place in 1st, 2nd or 3rd but they placed well into the top ten. Congratulations to all involved.