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VISALIA, Calif., Jan. 29, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* has expanded the nation's most reliable 4G LTE network** to Hanford bringing more customers the latest generation of wireless network technology. AT&T launched 4G LTE in Visalia-Porterville in June 2013, and the expanded coverage in Hanford is part of its ongoing rollout across the market.
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AT&T 4G LTE coverage now includes parts of Visalia, Porterville and Hanford.
Watch here to see several of the benefits AT&T 4G LTE provides, including:
- Faster speeds. LTE technology is capable of delivering mobile Internet speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G***. Customers can stream, download, upload and game faster than ever before.
- Reliability. AT&T has the most reliable 4G LTE network. Based on our analysis of Nielsen data, AT&T has the highest success rate for delivering mobile content across nationwide 4G LTE networks.
- Cool new devices. AT&T offers several LTE-compatible devices, including new AT&T 4G LTE smartphones and tablets.
- Faster response time. LTE technology offers lower latency, or the processing time it takes to move data through a network, such as how long it takes to start downloading a webpage or file once you've sent the request. Lower latency helps to improve services like mobile gaming, two-way video calling and telemedicine.
- More efficient use of spectrum. Wireless spectrum is a finite resource, and LTE uses spectrum more efficiently than other technologies, creating more space to carry data traffic and services and to deliver a better network experience.
"We've seen positive response from customers on our 4G LTE launch, and as today's expansion shows, we're continuing our rollout of fast 4G LTE speeds to more areas of Visalia, Porterville, and Hanford," said Terry Stenzel, AT&T Vice President and General Manager for Northern California and Northern Nevada
AT&T's 4G Network
This expansion is part of AT&T's Velocity IP (VIP) Plan, a three-year investment plan announced in Fall 2012 to expand and enhance its IP broadband networks. Through this investment, AT&T is supporting its customers' growing desire for high-speed Internet access and new mobile, app and cloud-based services. As part of VIP, AT&T plans to add macro cell sites nationwide by year-end 2015, as well as deploy small cells and add Distributed Antenna Systems to increase the density of its wireless network.
AT&T's innovation and investment have resulted in a nationwide 4G network with ultra-fast speeds and a consistent user experience. The great performance of AT&T's 4G LTE network continues to be validated by independent third-party testing:
- Our 4G LTE service was recognized as having faster average download and upload speeds than any of our competitors in PCWorld/TechHive's most recent 20-market speed tests — the second consecutive year that AT&T has ranked first overall. PCWorld/TechHive also ranked AT&T's as the fastest combination of 3G and 4G services in the 20 cities it tested.****
- And AT&T was named America's fastest 4G LTE network in PC Magazine's 2013 Fastest Mobile Networks 30-market study — and also swept the top rankings in all six U.S. regions from coast to coast: Northeast, Southeast, North-Central, South-Central, Northwest and Southwest.*****
AT&T's focus to deliver the best possible mobile Internet experience goes beyond 4G to embrace additional connection technologies. AT&T operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network******* including more than 32,000 AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spots at popular restaurants, hotels, bookstores and retailers, and provides access to more than 461,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly wireless data plans.
AT&T also is a leading developer of Distributed Antenna Systems, which utilize multiple small antennas to maximize coverage and speed within stadiums, convention centers, office buildings, hotels and other areas where traditional coverage methods are challenging.
From 2007 to 2012, AT&T invested more than $116 billion into its wireless and wireline networks across the country. Since 2007, AT&T has invested more capital into the U.S. economy than any other public company. In a September 2013 report, the Progressive Policy Institute ranked AT&T No. 1 on its list of U.S. "Investment Heroes."
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
** Limited 4G LTE availability in select markets. LTE is a trademark of ETSI.. AT&T's 4G LTE reliability claim based on analysis of data network connection and data transaction success rates reported by Nielsen during network tests conducted across 211 markets from July 2012 to July 2013, and compares carriers with nationwide 4G LTE networks.*** 4G LTE device and data plan required.
***Up to 10x claim compares 4G LTE download speeds to industry average 3G download speeds. Learn more about 4G LTE at att.com/network.
**** PCWorld/TechHive, May 23, 2013, "AT&T clocks best overall speeds with 3G/4G combo"
***** PC Magazine, June 17, 2013; http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2420333,00.asp
******* A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See www.attwifi.com for details and locations.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates – AT&T operating companies – are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and internationally. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's most reliable 4G LTE network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile Internet, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV service with the AT&T U-verse® brand. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://about.att.com or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT, on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/att and YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/att.
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Information set forth in this press release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results might differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update and revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.
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Shanti Lodge
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Phuket is often bypassed by backpackers who worry about how expensive it is. But there are some backpacker-oriented places to stay at. Shanti Lodge is a friendly traveller's haven in Ao Chalong. Found just off a busy road lined mostly with boring concrete shophouses, this family-run guesthouse offers a welcome oasis.
With heaps of character and a rustic, Bohemian charm, Shanti's custom-designed rooms are in wood and bamboo, and the swimming pool and Jacuzzi are set in a leafy green tropical garden.
This is the Phuket branch of the popular Shanti Lodge in Bangkok, and the enterprising family has since also opened Shanti Forest resort in Chumphon and Shanti Farm homestay in Kanchanaburi, where many of the fresh ingredients used in the kitchen are sourced.
There's a small tribe of Shanti fans who move between these four properties on their travels through Thailand, plus more than a few guests who initially check in for a few days and somehow linger on for months on end.
Shanti Lodge Phuket has 24 rooms of varying sizes. The cheapest digs are the traditional rooms with a shared bathroom, 750 baht for a fan room or 850 for air-con. The rooms are spacious with a double bed plus a single bed with an extra slide-out mattress and a bookshelf stocked with a few books. It's a really roomy choice for a single guest, and large enough for a family with one or two young children to stay in reasonable comfort.
The next step up is the Andaman room with private bathrooms, either fan-cooled rooms for 950 baht or 1,200 baht for air-con. The poshest rooms are the garden kitchen and Andaman kitchen, both 1,500 baht per night with a double bedroom and a private outdoor kitchen and bathroom set under cover.
Prices include WiFi, electricity, water, bed linens and maid service once a week, plus all rooms with private bathrooms have cable TV and DVDs. Discounted rates are available for weekly and monthly bookings. This is not so essential in hot, humid Phuket, but all the showers have hot water.
Shanti Lodge runs a travel agency too, so guests can arrange motorbike hire, taxi service, boat trips and other tours around Phuket and beyond. For those without their own gadgetry, a few computers are available in the common area for free. A shop sells postcards, souvenirs and backpacker-style clothing, plus herbal products and locally-made artworks.
The heart of Shanti Lodge is its large open-air dining pavilion, the hangout area where plans are made and travel tales are exchanged, sometimes long into the night if the conversations and booze are flowing well enough. The freewheeling vibe here means pets and kids sometimes run amok through the restaurant and around the pool — great fun for families, but not ideal if you're not a fan of children or dogs.
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In addition to Thai food and a big vegetarian selection, there are plenty of Western comfort dishes like pastas, salads, burgers and baked potatoes, all well priced around 100 baht. The Indian curry with brown rice is excellent, and we also recommend the delicious garden burger. During the low season months (May through October) Shanti often puts on traditional Sunday roasts or themed buffet meals that entice many of the local expats over, too.
Shanti Lodge is in a residential area well inland so there's not much to see within walking distance. To get to the beach or Phuket Town you'll need to sort out your own transport or catch the songthaew bus (daylight hours only) on Chaofa West Road. The nearest swimming beaches are Nai Harn, a nine-kilometre drive south, Kata beach and Karon Beach, both about seven kilometres away.
Found about two kilometres north of the Ao Chalong roundabout, Shanti is well-situated for those doing PADI diving courses, since many dive shops are found around Chalong Pier, and for Muay Thai/MMA trainees with the main Phuket Muay Thai camps located at nearby Soi Tai-ed.
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November 2015—Technology is revolutionizing our understanding and treatment of disease, says the founding director of the Icahn Institute for Genomics and Multiscale Biology at New York's Mount Sinai Health System.more
August 2015—Pharmaceutical companies can play a central role in the digital revolution of healthcare. But capturing this opportunity requires identifying the right initiatives.more
July 2015—Emerging markets are becoming ever more important for pharma. Yet to be successful, a rapid shift from a marketing and sales focus to an access-driven commercial model must occur.more
June 2015—CEO Joseph Jimenez explains where the company is placing its bets and how it's seeking to bridge biology with technology.more
June 2015—Africa may be the only pharmaceutical market where genuinely high growth is still achievable. Here's what's driving that strength and how companies should react.more
April 2015—Despite macroeconomic deceleration, we expect Brazil's pharma market to grow 7–10 percent per year until 2020. Double-digit growth is possible, but will require a granular approach.more
March 2015—The country's population, already the world's oldest, is aging quickly. Companies in Europe, North America, and Asia can learn from its experience.more
January 2015—The growing demand for products that are "good enough" and competitively priced has pushed medical-product manufacturers to develop strategies to attract and retain this new segment of customers.more
January 2015—Device manufacturers experiencing declining growth or narrowing margins may need to reevaluate their commercial models.more
December 2014—Biopharmaceuticals could become the core of the pharmaceutical industry, but not without significant transformation in the laboratory and in strategy, technology, and operations.more
November 2014—Pharmaceutical and medical-device companies have been slow to adopt digitization. Here are five reasons they should get moving.
September 2014—Successful large, transformative deals are rare in medical devices. With further consolidation ahead, future acquirers need to reconsider their approach in the context of a programmatic M&A strategy.more
September 2014—A decade of restructuring and transformation efforts has taken a toll on organizational health.more
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1. Re: Send Syslog Monitor / Troubleshootnmalonzo May 13, 2013 10:55 PM (in response to nmalonzo)
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Daemon.info @@[IP address] - is for TCP
Daemon.info [IP address] - is for UDP, is this correct?
What is the recommended protocol to use?
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1) When I setup syslog to siem, I saw errors in the Log Files > MWG Errors > mwg.core.errors.log
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1. Re: Java 1.6_43gimbal2 Apr 29, 2013 9:33 AM (in response to 1006126)a) you provide no information other than "it doesn't work". No errors, no description of what is actually being executed (I guess some sort of applet), no nothing. You can't be helped with no information, as it is now all you can get is sympathy.
b) this is not tech support for your bank; its their applet, ask them for help. Likely the applet is doing things it is not supposed to and a security fix is now blocking it from working
c) this is not tech support for Java either, this is a forum for Java programmers
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You type in the web address
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It will ask to install the old version of Java 1.6_16 when 1.6_43 is already installed.
I was not aware this was just for programmers looking at other posts.
3. Re: Java 1.6_431006126 Apr 29, 2013 10:32 AM (in response to 1006126)Just a little bit more info.
I'm getting this as a 3rd party. Just trying to help a fellow worker.
Accessing via Oracle business suite if it helps. I thought it was to a bank.
It is not. Looks internal.
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Bachelor of Social Work
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Students who meet eligibility requirements will enrol in H430 Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) for their fourth year of study.
Course sub-headings
Course overview
Social work is concerned with enhancing the wellbeing of people in their social environments. It is a broad profession with diverse practices that may include working with individuals, families, groups, communities and organisations.
The Bachelor of Social Work provides a progressive and innovative approach to social work with emphasis on personal, community and social development in urban, rural, local and global contexts. The course engages with the interplay between diversity, power and social inequality through anti-oppressive, empowerment and critically-reflective approaches to social work practice and social policy.
Throughout the course, you will develop knowledge and understanding of:
- the interplay between the broad socio-economic, interpersonal and personal influences on individual peoples' lives;
- how the socio-political and policy contexts in which people work influences their day-to-day practice;
- a range of social research methods and the ability to design and conduct research directly relevant to social work practice;
- the broad inter-disciplinary nature of social work and an ability to apply knowledge from theories, research and experience in practice
- principles of non-discrimination, human rights and social justice, and an ability to apply these in relation to traditionally marginalised and disadvantaged groups;
- working across social and cultural differences, whilst respecting difference and multiple diversities of identities;
- personal and professional standards of practice in the context of a capacity for life-long learning.
The Bachelor of Social Work is offered at pass or Honours level. Students who meet eligibility requirements can apply to enrol in Honours at completion of their third year. The key eligibility criterion being a WAM of 70 or above in the Bachelor of Social Work. H430 Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) is then completed in the fourth year where BSW students are expected to undertake a suite of research focused units. It is important to plan your pathway through the Bachelor of Social Work carefully to keep the option of Honours open for the final year. Please see Course Structure Level 4 H430 Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) for more information.
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The course is accredited with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Students completing the course are eligible to apply for membership of AASW and can practise professionally throughout Australia.
Note: All information regarding professional recognition is accurate at the date of publication. Enquiries regarding accreditation and professional membership should be directed to the School of Health and Social Development in order to ascertain the current status of accreditation at any future point in time beyond publication. Representations about accreditation apply only to the course, and the AASW retains discretion as to who they admit as members of their association. Deakin University cannot exercise any control over membership of an external body.
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Field education placements provide an opportunity for students to learn from experience under the supervision of qualified social work practitioners. During the course you will complete two field education placements of 500 hours each, totalling a minimum of 1000 hours that are conducted in a variety of communities and workplaces in metropolitan and regional settings. As social work at Deakin has a rural focus, one of the two fieldwork placements will have a rural focus.
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* Department of Human Services Policy on Working with Children Check and Police Records Checks can be found at:
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plus one (1) elective
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Help A Child Feel Supported: Build an Inclusive Library
CTQ blogger and elementary teacher Justin Minkel writes about the moment he realized that his classroom library of books wasn't inclusive enough to reaffirm every student's identity: "Based on 200 Read Alouds, 50 guided reading books, and the 500 titles in my class library, same-sex couples and families did not exist, with the sole exception of Heather Has Two Mommies...For children of gay and lesbian couples, or for students who develop crushes on a student of the same gender, their existence is about identity—not sex. Yet an examination of 1,000 books in the average elementary classroom or school library would turn up precisely zero books portraying these students' realities."
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MACHESNEY PARK — Wesley Road was in such poor shape it would damage the undercarriage of cars, longtime resident Tom Kirwan said.
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MACHESNEY PARK — Wesley Road was in such poor shape it would damage the undercarriage of cars, longtime resident Tom Kirwan said.
"We'd have potholes, I'm going to say 18 inches in diameter and up to 6 inches deep," Kirwan said. "It was like trying to drive through a mine field."
The sight and sound of N-Track Group construction crews taking over Wesley this summer was welcome to Kirwan, who said he supported a 1 percent sales tax to pay for road improvements because he saw so many in poor shape around the village.
Five years ago, village officials aimed to repair 36.5 miles of road if voters approved the tax. They've completed a little more than 35 miles so far and will surpass the original goal by the end of construction season, Village Engineer Chris Dopkins of McMahon Group said. The total mileage for the five-year plan funded by sales tax will top out at 37.16 miles, Dopkins said.
"We started this program with the understanding that we were an estimated seven years behind schedule," Village President Jerry Bolin said. Voters' approval of the tax "gave us tremendous leverage to start shortening that gap a little bit."
The tax was set to sunset on June 30, but nearly 74 percent of voters in March 2012 approved extending it through 2020 to continue to pay for roads.
On Monday, the Village Board approved a series of infrastructure improvements that included:
- A $131,638 bid to Northern Illinois Service Company for a series of improvements to the Illinois 251 east service drive near the village's southern limits and between Evans Avenue and Kingsley Drive.
- A $543,903 bid to William Charles Construction for road resurfacing to parts of Bluebonnet Drive, Miller Lane, Waidi Avenue, Cameo Drive, Centaur Drive, Apollo Drive, Mariner Drive, Comet Drive, Anna Avenue (near Elm Avenue), Illinois 251 service drive between Drexel Boulevard and Kingsley, and Meteor Court.
The $670,000 reconstruction of Wesley Road between Harlem Road and Maple Avenue is underway. As is the $320,000 reconstruction of Anna Avenue between North Second Street and Third Street. Both projects are complete pavement rebuilds, new storm sewer and new curb and gutter.
The Wesley Road project will include patches to Harlem Road near Mildred Road and repairs to the crumbled sidewalk near Scott Lane. It also includes sidewalks along the west side of Wesley to connect the Harlem Road sidewalks to Maple Elementary School.
"It's where the sidewalk ends right now, it reminds me of the cover of that book," Dopkins said.
The village is also putting the final surface on Wood Avenue, which was rebuilt in 2012 and making improvements to Copper Drive. About 2,400 feet of sidewalk was built near Ralston Elementary School with the help of an Illinois Department of Transportation's Safe Routes to Schools grant.
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Machesney Park officials plan to fix perennial flood problems in the Logans Run, Brianna Way and Carls Place culs-de-sac.
The culs-de-sac in the McKnight Meadows subdivision can fill with more than 18 inches of standing water when rain persists, said Dana Hollis, a Carls Place resident since 1997, shortly after his house was built. He said flooding has been a problem ever since the neighborhood was developed and can, at times, make it impossible to drive through without damaging your car.
"It happened right after I paid property taxes," Hollis said. "I called them and said, 'Hey, I just paid property taxes, and I can't get out of my driveway. Something's wrong here.'"
Village officials plan to start $121,000 in drainage improvements next week to alleviate the flooding. Additional improvements, which would include installing a pump station to move water out of the area, could be undertaken if the first phase of drainage fixes don't work, said Chris Dopkins, village engineer.
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A miktam of David.
1Protect me, God, because I depend on you.
2Some of you#16:2 Some of you Literally, "you" (singular). Most translations assume it should be "I," giving a different meaning to verses 2 and 3, which are very difficult in the Hebrew text. have said to the Lord,
"You are my Lord.
Every good thing I have comes from you."
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"They are my powerful gods.
They are the ones who make me happy."
4But those who worship other gods will have many troubles.
I will not share in the gifts of blood they offer to their idols.
I will not even say their names.
5Lord, you give me all that I need.
You support me.
You give me my share.
6My share#16:6 share Or "section of land." is wonderful.
My inheritance#16:6 inheritance Here, this probably means the land each Israelite received. is very beautiful.
7I praise the Lord because he taught me well.
Even at night he put his instructions deep inside my mind.#16:7 mind Literally, "my kidneys."
8I always remember that the Lord is with me.#16:8 Literally, "I set the Lord before me always."
He is here, close by my side,
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Re: STID "tracking" for $85-90 million opening [U.S. box office]
He is applying the usual trends in extrapolating out, yes. But then some trends reoccur with great consistency, so one can lay out the most probable scenarios. A summer sequel that opens to less than or about the same as the preceding film and ends up with a similar gross is pretty much a unicorn. I'd love for
to turn out to be that unicorn, but the path beyond Memorial Day weekend makes that unlikely.
Edit to add: the Tuesday actual is $6,761,446 for a total of $98,446,262.
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Oxford, MS (Sports Network) - Kentucky head coach Matthew Mitchell tied a school record with his 138th career victory as 10th-ranked Kentucky stomped Ole Miss, 90-65, on Thursday.
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Earlier today, every opening for the Marine Corps 17.75k was filled after online registration opened at noon. Runners from 36 different states solidified their spot in the run with a guaranteed entry for finishers age 14 and up to the 38th Marine Corps Marathon(MCM).
The uniquely named run is in celebration of the United States Marine Corps founding in 1775. The 11.03 distance will be set through Prince William County, VA. Around eight and a half miles of the run are in the dense wooded area of Prince William Forest Park.
"What a thrilling afternoon this has been to sell out the Marine Corps 17.75K," MCM Director Rick Nealis said in a release. "Runners, who have anxiously awaited this opportunity, have responded from across the country even quicker than anticipated to obtain their place in 'The People's Marathon.' This is a good day for the MCM and for the running community."
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Today's assignment is to list all the reasons you want to lose weight. What do you want to change? How do you want to look? How do you want to feel? What things will you be able to do in the future with a slimmer healthier body? And list all the OTHER things that you want to change!
At this stage in my weight loss, my reasons are basically just to get down to a healthy BMI. I feel really good at the weight I am now, but still ought to lose about 10 more pounds to get into the healthy range. Mostly I feel like I'm in pretty good shape, but I would like to get into training for a 10K (so I'll need more endurance) and I want to feel stronger, so I've been focusing more on Pilates and strength training than I had in the past.
Doing the elliptical at the gym for the first time in about a year really humbled me-I barely lasted five minutes. I know I could have pushed myself a little longer, but I was already tired from an intense run and the motivation wasn't there. That machine made itself my enemy, and now it is my mission to defeat it.
I bought a bikini a month ago, it is super cute. It was a size or two down from what I normally get, but more importantly it is the first bikini I have ever worn. I never would have had the confidence before to even try one on. Anyway, my goal is to be a little more toned before I wear it in public.
I also bought a new bike. I was a little sad because I was too short for the prettier bikes they had (seriously, who knew 2" makes the difference between girls bikes and ladies?) but I love the style, and I want to lose weight and get in better shape so I can enjoy riding it around the neighborhood when the weather gets nice, like when I was a kid, as opposed to it feeling like work, like it did a year ago.
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I tried the elliptical last week too -- 5 minutes was enough for me. My heart wasn't in it. LOL Congrats to you on your purchases. Nothing like motivation!
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WOOHOO Maria !! LOVE IT GAL !! I've NOT tried the elliptical and I DO DOUBt with my feet I ever will,, also the severe arthritis in my right knee. that hurts sooo muchers even withwalking the 70 mins I did today ! WHICH in ITSELF is QUITE AMAZING !!! I bought a DVD of an OLD aerobics VHR I had,,, and I DO MEAN OLD ONE,, but I LOVE the steps and ALSO the music,, though I MUST SAY That "Richard Simmons" is kinda ODD !!! Still I LOVE the rest of it,, and he himself did AMAZING andeled along many others,, its kinda neat that at the end of the DVD they show diff ones you see ON that dvd talking about how much they've LOST !!! Is
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I have a love/hate relationship with the elliptical myself and I bought a new bike last month too. I got an old school Schwinn w/ a rack on the back and have been riding it to the Trader Joe's down the street for groceries several times a week. I feel like such a bad ass hip chick when I do. I bet you will too! Hope your weather gets nice soon.
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Cottage / 6 bedrooms / sleeps 16
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A delightful Grade II listed Farm House in pretty peak district village. This farm house is ideal for families who want to holiday together,a reunion of friends or for people who want a special occasion.Carsington provides a great place to base yourself to explore the Peak District.There are many attractions on the doorstep.
This beautiful 6 bedroomed Grade II listed stone Farmhouse is approximately 300 years old with oak beams and stone mullions which all add to the original character and charm of the building, whilst the log burner creates a warmth and cosy atmosphere for those long winter days.
The ground floor bedroom has a Double and a single bed also there is a shower and toilet on the ground floor.
|Sleeps up to 16, 6 bedrooms
|6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms of which 2 Family bathrooms and 1 Shower rooms
|Will consider
|Corporate bookings, Long term lets (over 1 month)
|Car advised
|Nearest travel links
|Nearest airport: East Midlands, Nearest railway: Cromford
|Family friendly
|Great for children of all ages
|No pets allowed, No smoking at this property
Features and Facilities
|Log fire, Internet access, DVD player
|Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Wi-Fi available
|Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer
|Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
|1 Sofa beds, King Beds (1), Double beds (3), Single beds (8), Cots (1), Dining seats for 14, Lounge seats for 16
|Linen provided, High chair
|Balcony or terrace, Private garden, BBQ
|Parking, Suitable for people with restricted mobility, Not suitable for wheelchair users
|Further details indoors
There is a separate formal dining room and also a kitchen table seating 8.
|Further details outdoors
Terrace to front and rear of property with lovely BBQ area to rear.
|Further details
£200 payment on booking and balance 8 weeks before arrival.There is also a returnable £150 breakages deposit.
The Derbyshire region
The Peak District holds the proud distinction of being Britain's first National Park, and once you see the rolling hills and craggy dales of Derbyshire you'll soon realise why. Situated right at the heart of England this is perhaps one of the most accessible areas, and it offers the broadest selection of landscapes and attractions.
This is a region of contrasts, with wild moorland, classic walking country which encompasses every kind of activity, from a gentle stroll to the lofty challenge of the Peaks themselves. The leafy lanes and quiet villages are ideal for that feeling of getting away from it all. With towns such as Buxton, with its wonderful architecture and cultural life, along with picturesque Bakewell and the attractions of Matlock, you'll be spoiled for choice with places to stay and things to see and do.
Carsington Water
This south facing Farmhouse sits at the heart of the tiny Peak District Village of Carsington,opposite the Village green and adjacent to the church & churchyard of St Margarets. The lush backdrop is Carsington pastures where sheep & cattle graze.
Carsington provides a great base for your stay in the Peak District. There are many attractions on the doorstep from Carsington Water, just a few minutes away, to the town of Bakewell and Chatsworth which are within half an hour drive.
The new Russell Crowe film Robin Hood is set 15 minutes away at Dove Dale.
Carsington Water is great place for sailing, fishing, off-road cycling, walking or relaxing in the restaurant over looking the lake.
Local Pub with good food and ale is just a 4 minute walk where the landlord will look after guests of Swiers Farm House - 01629540207 Miners Arms.
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9 Dec 2013
"Excellent 30th Birthday"
My friends and I had a briliant stay at Swiers Farmhouse. Doug was incredibly helpful and had all the lights and heating on when we arrived. His communication prior to arrival was very helpful and he gave us some good suggestions for a walk on the Saturday. We used Sloans Catering on the Saturday night for a 30th Birthday dinner for 14. Everyone commented that the food was amazing and the service was excellent - such a bonus to be able to have fine dining in your own home with no washing up! Its very reasonable as well especially when you don't have to go out, would definitely recommend them. Overall an excellent stay and would highly recommend Swiers to anyone thinking about having a weekend away with friends/family etc.
25 Nov 2013
"Fantastic house, location and owner"
I booked this for my hen weekend....with 11 women....there was so much space, the house was so well appointed with all you needed for a self-catered break.....plus the location was spot on. Can't recommend this highly enough
19 Apr 2012
"perfect venue and surroundings for a family holiday"
A beautiful old building, with lots of space, plenty of bedrooms, and room to move around inside and out. We were 6 adults and 6 children, and were all quite happy to relax indoors on the day we got snowed in, and we didn't get under each others' feet! It is comfortably furnished with everything needed in the kitchen for cooking for lots of people. The owners were helpful and there when needed but not intrusive. We will definitely be going again, and would like to stay for longer so that we can explore some of the local footpaths and more of the surrounding area. Lots of the well known Derbyshire beauty spots and tourist attractions are within easy reach. Many thanks to the owners for letting us stay - we feel we have found a really special place for future family holidays.
15 Dec 2011
"A Perfect Weekend"
It was very easy to book the farm house and any questions I had before we arrived were answered quickly Swires Farm is really lovely and such an amazing setting. In total 11 of us stayed for a long weekend to get away from the city. There are lovely walks nearby and a plenty of great scenery so we really felt we were away from it all. The owner was very helpful and recommended plenty of things to do. The local pub looked after us very well and we all fully enjoyed the Friday fish special! Thank you for a great experience!
4 Nov 2011
"Great area, very "homely" house"
Homely as in feels like someone else's home. that is. Generally fine, but would be difficult with more than nine or ten people. The kitchen, for example, although recently refitted, only has a single oven and standard hob, which seems short-sighted for somewhere advertising itself as being able to accommodate 14. Also, we were pestered to pay the balance despite this having been paid weeks beforehand.
5 Oct 2011
"Absolute Class"
What a superb place, we were a group of friends with young familes and it was set up brilliantly for us all. Plenty of space for kids to play and plenty of room for grown ups to enjoy the evenings without disturbing the kids. Gardens were superb, load of space to run about and a conker tree :) right time of year and never had so much fun. Owners were so friendly and helpful and it was such a relaxed place to chill out. Location was spot on to explore the delights of Derbyshire and areas. Top break and thouroughly recommend.
11 Sep 2011
"Perfect relaxing weekend retreat!"
11 of us stayed here for a hen weekend and it was perfect. Lots of space, well stocked, friendly and homely. Val and Doug are the perfect hosts and we all had a great time!
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Board a log raft at Tom's Landing near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad® Attraction and sail across the Rivers of America to Tom Sawyer Island. Once there, you'll romp through dense forests, forge rugged trails, cross swinging suspension bridges, explore mysterious caves, take shelter in a frontier fort built from unfinished timber and embark on playful adventures – just like Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn.
While on the island, you'll see some legendary sites, such as Harper's Mill, Injun Joe's Cave, Fort Langhorn, Potter's Mill and Tom Sawyer Scavage Fort. If you get a little confused on your whereabouts, just refer to one of the posted maps!
Tom Sawyer Island is a play area so you can spend as little or as much time as you like. The only waiting involved is the board the rafts to and from Tom's Landing. We recommend spending at least 20 minutes exploring the island, but most children could stay much longer. You may want to set a time limit before you go! We cannot tell you how many times Tad and Lily have begged us for five more minutes of running around and exploring Tom Sawyer Island. We hurry them along only to remember we did the same thing when we were kids.
Keep a lookout for Tom and Huck Finn's large bristle whitewash brushes throughout the island. If you find one, you can turn it into a Cast Member and receive a surprise in return!
From the raft ride over to the "gold mine" and suspension bridge, this is a great escape from the lines and crowds in the rest of the park. Use it as an opportunity to refresh and regroup!
Tom Sawyer Island is a lushly landscaped play area in Frontierland® Area at Magic Kingdom® Park. This attraction closes at dusk; check the Times Guide to know the exact closing time. Tom Sawyer Island is only accessible by the river rafts, which launch from Tom's Landing. Guests must walk by themselves or be assisted by a member(s) of their party to experience this attraction.
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The Fujitsu LifeBook UH574 allowed for great mobility without being obnoxiously heavy or clunky. Its twelve hours of battery life did not disappoint.
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Egyptians approve new constitution
Egypt's High Electoral Commission has finally announced the results of the country's constitutional referendum. Official results have shown that the majority of Egyptians have voted for the charter. This after weeks of political crisis and violent protestsEgypt has announced official results of voting on the controversial constitution. At a news conference, the head of High Electoral Commission, Samir Abul Maaty, said that 63-point-eight-percent of Egyptians have voted "YES" to the new constitution. He said a total of 32-point-nine-percent of eligible voters participated in the referendum. With the announcement of the results, Egypt's first constitution goes into effect following a revolution that ousted former dictator Hosni Mubarak. But the opposition says the constitution does not meet the demands of the Egyptian people. Egypt's National Council for Human Rights has called on the officials to investigate alleged irregularities and frauds during the referendum. The council has stated that it has reported over 1,000 violations to the High Electoral Commission. The violations range from delayed opening of polls to impending work of election observers. In essence, the 6th of April Youth Movement held a similar conference to comment on the events of the referendum. The movement also reported on the violations during the vote. On another front, the supporters of President Morsi have called for celebrations outside the presidential palace on Friday to show their satisfaction with the new constitution. Observers say the official results of the constitutional referendum is not likely to end the deep polarization between Egyptians as it would shape a new contest between Egypt's Islamic stream and the secular-led opposition.


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The U.S. Congress is bitterly debating the status of American forces in Iraq, but Iraqi leaders made their feelings clear on Monday: They want a timetable for the withdrawal of U.S. troops.
In a meeting held in Cairo, Egypt, leaders of Iraq's main ethnic groups said a schedule needs to be set for the rebuilding of the country's own armed forces and agreed that those who oppose the war have a "legitimate right" to resist.
The letter, signed by representatives of the Shiite and Kurdish majority and Sunni minority, condemned terrorism, but supported the Sunni position that insurgents should not be labeled as terrorists if their operations do not target innocent civilians or institutions designed to provide for the welfare of Iraqi citizens, according to an Associated Press report.
It did not, however, include any reference to attacks against U.S. or Iraqi forces, an omission Iraqi delegates said was intentional. "Though resistance is a legitimate right for all people, terrorism does not represent resistance," the document said. "Therefore, we condemn terrorism and acts of violence, killing and kidnapping targeting Iraqi citizens and humanitarian, civil, government institutions, national resources and houses of worship."
The leaders also called for the withdrawal of foreign troops "according to a timetable, through putting in place an immediate national program to rebuild the armed forces … control the borders and the security situation" and end terror attacks. The conference was organized by the Arab League and was attended by Iraqi President Jalal Talabani, Shiite and Kurdish lawmakers and leading Sunni politicians.
Sunni leaders have put pressure on the Shiite-majority government to draw up a timetable for the withdrawal of all foreign troops, but the statement did not set a specific date for the changeover. According to the AP, Iraqi Interior Minister Bayan Jabr suggested that U.S.-led forces should be able to leave Iraq by the end of next year. "By the middle of next year we will be 75 percent done in building our forces, and by the end of next year it will be fully ready," Jabr told al Jazeera TV.
The delegates also called for the release of all "innocent detainees" who have not been convicted by courts and an investigation into allegations of torture against prisoners. Though the letter did not set any guidelines about how these provisions would be implemented, it forcefully demanded the "immediate end to arbitrary raids and arrests without a documented judicial order."
The meeting was part of a U.S.-backed attempt to bring the divided Iraqi factions closer together and clear the path for Sunni participation in the December 15 national elections. However, the meeting was not without problems: According to the AP, Shiite and Kurdish delegates stormed out of a closed session at one point when a speaker accused them of selling out to the Americans.
The push by the Iraqi leaders came amid continuing turmoil in the U.S. over the duration of its military commitment to Iraq (see "GOP Senate Blocks Timetable On Iraq, But Passes Plan Requesting Progress Reports" ). Last week, Vietnam war veteran and Democratic Congressman John Murtha of Pennsylvania called for the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq within six months. Republicans rejected Murtha's contention and forced a largely symbolic vote on a House measure to immediately withdraw troops from Iraq; the vote's failure was a foregone conclusion and Democrats called it a political stunt intended to embarrass them.
After initially dismissing Murtha's statements, both President Bush and Vice President Cheney have said in recent days that they respectfully disagree with Murtha's opinion.