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Overview: Types of fasteners
At the turn of the last century, the homeowner (or carpenter, for that matter) didn't have many fastener choices for joining wood or metal to concrete. The common solution was a hardened nail, or a wood plug with a screw driven in the center. Now, at the turn of this century, we find ourselves with more solutions than the typical homeowner needs. In this article, we'll show you our favorite concrete fasteners that'll solve most of the concrete-fastening problems you're likely to encounter. We've categorized fasteners as light-duty, medium-duty and heavy-duty, but keep in mind that there are no hard boundaries here. Some fasteners rated as light-duty can pass for medium, and so on. Also, some of the heavy-duty fasteners come in thinner and shorter forms for lighter-duty applications.
Get a Hammer Drill
All the fasteners shown here require a pilot hole to slip the fastener or anchor into. The best way to drill a hole into concrete, concrete block, mortar and brick is to use a hammer drill. A standard drill will do OK in soft brick and mortar, but it'll just frustrate you and burn out bits in harder materials. DON'T BURN OUT YOUR FAVORITE 3/8-IN. DRILL. If you don't have a hammer drill, borrow, rent or buy one. Most hammer drills have a switch or collar so you can change over from hammer drilling to regular drilling. You'll find plenty of other uses for it.
Light duty: Plastic anchors
These are the fasteners you'll buy and use most often. They're great for fastening shelf brackets, towel bars, rake and shovel brackets, shower doors, pipe and conduit retainers, and most anything else lighter than 50 lbs. They require a pilot hole at least as deep as the screw will penetrate (keep in mind the thickness of the material you're fastening). Each package will tell the hole size and the screw size (Nos. 4 through 12) that'll work best.
Best uses:
Concrete, concrete block, mortar, brick, tile and stone.
How to use:
Drill a pilot hole at the proper location with a hammer drill and masonry bit to the depth your screw will penetrate. Tap the plastic anchor into the hole. It should fit snugly but drive in easily with a hammer. If the hole gets a bit large, use a bigger screw to push the plastic against the walls of the hole.
If the concrete is soft or crumbly, the plastic anchor may break free and turn as you turn the screw. To fix this problem, cut an extra anchor into lengthwise strips with a utility knife and (with the screw removed) drive the strips alongside the existing anchor.
Light-duty: Soft metal shield anchors
These anchors were the mainstay for many years, especially before plastic anchors were developed. They still work well today and are especially good in softer materials like brick and mortar that can't take the stress from heavy-duty anchors.
Best uses:
Concrete, concrete block, mortar, brick, tile and stone.
How to use:
Use the same way you'd use a plastic anchor. Drill the correct pilot hole (see package instructions), tap the shield into the hole and screw the wood or metal piece to the wall.
At times, soft metal shield anchors can strip out, especially with larger diameters and when you apply too much torque with a wrench. Fastener failure is tough to repair. If the fastener becomes loose in the hole, remove it. Cut strips of wire solder and push them in alongside the anchor as you tap it back into the hole. The added thickness of the wire will help the shield grip the hole as you tighten the screw.
Light-duty anchors: Hammer-set anchors
The best feature of hammer-set anchors is that they're quick to install. You don't have nuts and washers to fuss with; just drill the hole to the right depth and hammer it home. These are great for hanging 3/4-in. furring strips and metal brackets and straps.
Best uses:
Concrete, concrete block, mortar and brick.
How to use:
Hold your wood or other material in position and drill through it into the concrete to the correct depth. Slip in the anchor (Photo 3). To finish the job, strike the exposed pin with the hammer and drive it in.
Once you anchor hammer-set fasteners, there's no easy way to remove them without destroying the material or the fastener. If the fastener works loose, leave it in place and drill another hole. Don't use hammer-set fasteners in crumbly concrete or mortar. Use a plastic anchor instead.
Medium-duty: Sleeve anchors
These anchors are available in several sizes and will hold up to 200 lbs. The sleeves pinch the sides of the predrilled hole and get tighter as you tighten the screw or bolt.
Best uses:
Concrete, concrete block, mortar and brick.
How to use:
First, drill the proper size pilot hole (3/8-in., 1/2-in., etc.) through the wood or metal and into the concrete. Slip the sleeve anchor into the hole. Hold the object you're fastening firmly against the wall because the anchor will draw it only slightly tighter as you tighten the screw or nut. Tighten the fastener until it's secure.
If you overtighten the nut, the fastener will break or break the concrete around the hole. If this fastener fails, you'll need to drill another hole a few inches away and try again.
Medium-duty: Concrete screws
Using concrete screws is the fastest method for attaching furring strips, windows and doors, conduit clamps and electrical boxes. Drill the special-size pilot hole (see package for exact bit size) and drive the concrete screw's super-hard, large profile threads into the concrete with a power screwdriver. Buy 3/16-in. dia. screws for lighter-duty and 1/4-in. dia. screws for heavier jobs. The beauty of this fastener is that if the piece needs to be removed, you can just back the screw out. They're available in hex or Phillips drive heads.
Best uses:
Concrete and concrete block.
How to use:
Use a special bit in your hammer drill to drill a pilot hole through the workpiece (if it's wood) and right into the concrete. Drive the screw with a power screwdriver. Hex heads are easier to drive but the heads will protrude slightly above the surface after tightening.
Not good for crumbly concrete or mortar. Keep some extra screw drive tips around; the screws are so hard that screw tips break often.
Heavy-duty: Sleeve anchors
These anchors in the large 3/8-in. to 1/2-in. dia. versions are perfect for anchoring heavy, weight-bearing framing members such as deck ledger boards.
Best uses:
Concrete and concrete block.
How to Use:
Drill right through the wood and into the concrete with a masonry bit and hammer drill. Use a depth stop to get the correct depth and then blow the dust out of the hole with a turkey baster (don't use your breath, because the dust will blow back in your face). Push the anchor into the hole and tighten the nut and washer to wedge the backside of the fastener against the concrete. Don't overtighten. Try to get the anchor into the solid portion of the concrete block for added security and strength.
Overtightening can cause them to break free. Use a hand wrench like a socket and crank them tight. Don't torque them like a lug nut on a car wheel. If the fastener fails, drill another hole a few inches away.
Heavy-duty: Wedge anchors
These are extremely strong anchors for attaching framing members to solid concrete. They come in a variety of lengths and from 1/4 in. to 1 in. in diameter.
Best uses:
Concrete and stone.
How to use:
Drill a hole the size of the anchor through the wood and into the concrete. Thread the nut on a few turns and tap it into place with a hammer. Be sure the washer is in place and tighten the nut with a wrench.
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California Chrome Resumes Training Ahead Of Preakness
LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- The winner of Kentucky Derby 140 returned to the track today Wednesday.
California Chrome hit the Churchill Downs dirt just before 7:00 a.m. and put in a one mile jog with exercise rider William Delgado aboard. California Chrome's connections say the horse trained well and "is his normal self". The horse is expected to continue training at the track until he is shipped to Baltimore for the Preakness early next week. Joining California Chrome on the track were four other Preakness hopefuls, including Ride On Curlin, who finished seventh in the Derby.
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As a financially needy student who wants to go to a really great college, I've been obsessively looking for essay contests to win so I can build up my résumé and get some money for that hungry college fund. As a feminist, I've tried to find contests relating to feminism, but I haven't been so lucky. I actually found an essay contest whose title was "Why is Abstinence Before Marriage the Best Choice for Teens Today?" Needless to say, it made me gag, but it didn't stop me from writing the most pathetic essay I've ever written and submitting it. (I won honorable mention. Go figure.)
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i watched one called 'paintball' which i didn't think that bad for low budget and terrible acting. the action scenes carry it.
group of paintballers get picked off by a killer, i thought the death scenes were actually quite original for once (seen through the eyes of the killer using night vision goggles). such as sticking a land mine under someones body army and standing on them. them alone made it a worthwhile watch.


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JONNY PHILLIPS: Meet Tyson. Tyson is a 3-year-old German shepherd. Now, meet Tyson's nose. It's black, shiny and cold, like most dogs' noses. But Tyson's nose is special. Because Tyson is a general purpose patrol dog. In other words he's been trained to track.
Now we've all seen it in the movies. A man scales the prison walls and then embarks on a desperate escape attempt. But despite every evasion tactic he employs, the baying of the pursuit dogs just gets relentlessly closer.
But is this fact? Or just a bit of film fiction. Well, I'm about to find out. This is Mark, Tyson's handler.  They are going to give me about a half an hour head start and a big bit of Yorkshire to play with. And Mark reckons, as long as I don't hop on a bus, they're going to catch up with me in under an hour.
I was going to do my best to prove Mark wrong. And Tyson's mood gave me all the incentive I needed. My objective was clear. I needed to put the dog off the scent.
So first I headed for a cowshed.
Then for the open countryside. Where I laid down the next of my fiendishly clever decoys. A bit of good old-fashioned back-tracking.
Of course I'm not expecting them to get this far. But just in case. I'm going to throw down a few of these nice Cumberland sausages. Just to put his mind off the job.  I reckon, with a few of these inside him he'll probably just want to curl up and have a nap. Here we go. Tuck in. Right.
Finally I resorted to the ploy practised by all criminals running before the hounds. I plunged into running water.
Meanwhile, 3 kilometres away, Tyson was setting off.
Within minutes, Tyson had reached the cowshed.
My hopes that a bit of farm-fresh sirloin would confuse him were quickly dispelled. He kept his head down and stayed rigidly on my trail.
Tyson's nose has 25 times more olfactory, or smell receptors, than a human's. Which means he can detect one drop of blood in 5 and a half litres of water. This amazing sense of smell applies to all dogs, not just German Shepherds. But the breed
Is favoured for this type of work because of their obedience and athleticism.
But I remained confident. Surely my excellent exercise in back-tracking would confuse the mutt.
No. He simply backtracked until the scent deviated onto its new course.
The sausages? Treated with contempt.
Mark has been training Tyson since he was just 8 weeks old and he's won numerous championships. So clearly a bit of dead meat wasn't going to distract him. Certainly not when the live variety was on the menu.
My last hope lay in the river. The scent on the water had long-gone. But not above it. Unfortunately for me, tracker dogs are trained to follow the scent on the air, not the ground.
So rivers rarely work as a decoy.  And the weather was also counting against me. Hot weather encourages the scent to evaporate, but damp conditions help it linger.  Today the scent would be good for at least an hour.
MARK TYSON: Who's that? That's a good dog.
JONNY PHILLIPS: I was fighting a losing battle.  Desperation set in.
I've covered nearly 6 kilometres in 90 minutes. Mark and his brilliant dog had taken just 60 to hunt me down. After that it only seemed fair to let him have a piece of me.
So, is it possible to beat a tracker dog? Not this one.
JONNY PHILLIPS: Good boy Tyson.   My God, he is strong.


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Remetee Clothing, a higher-end offshoot of world famous Affliction Clothing booked 3 Sirena Models in their latest campaign shoot last week so we were only sent a few early samples. The photography and models resulted in some great images with more to come soon. Congratulations to our new model Amy R., the blonde in the images, who we just signed on and has booked 2 jobs in the last week or so. Also booked was beautiful Tanja P., the brunette, and male model Jason S.


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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) involves chronic inflammation of all or part of your digestive tract. IBD primarily includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Both usually involve severe diarrhea, pain, fatigue and weight loss. IBD can be debilitating and sometimes leads to life-threatening complications.
Ulcerative colitis (UL-sur-uh-tiv koe-LIE-tis) is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes long-lasting inflammation and sores (ulcers) in the innermost lining of your large intestine (colon) and rectum.
Crohn's disease is an IBD that cause inflammation of the lining of your digestive tract. In Crohn's disease, inflammation often spreads deep into affected tissues. The inflammation can involve different areas of the digestive tract — the large intestine, small intestine or both.
Collagenous (kuh-LAJ-uh-nus) colitis and lymphocytic colitis also are considered inflammatory bowel diseases but are usually regarded separately from classic inflammatory bowel disease.
Inflammatory bowel disease symptoms vary, depending on the severity of inflammation and where it occurs. Symptoms may range from mild to severe. You are likely to have periods of active illness followed by periods of remission.
Signs and symptoms that are common to both Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis include:
Ulcerative colitis is classified according to the location of inflammation and severity of symptoms:
Crohn's disease may involve inflammation in different parts of the digestive tract in different people. The most common areas affected are the last part of the small intestine (ileum) and the colon. Inflammation may be confined to the bowel wall, which can lead to narrowing from inflammation or scarring or both (fibrostenosis), or may tunnel through the bowel wall (fistula). Narrowing may lead to a blockage (obstruction). Obstructions, stenosis and fistulas are not associated with ulcerative colitis.
See your doctor if you experience a persistent change in your bowel habits or if you have any of the signs and symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease. Although inflammatory bowel disease usually isn't fatal, it's a serious disease that, in some cases, may cause life-threatening complications.
The exact cause of inflammatory bowel disease remains unknown. Previously, diet and stress were suspected, but now doctors know that these factors may aggravate but don't cause IBD.
One possible cause is an immune system malfunction. When your immune system tries to fight off an invading virus or bacterium, an abnormal immune response causes the immune system to attack the cells in the digestive tract, too. Heredity also seems to play a role in that IBD is more common in people who have family members with the disease. However, most people with IBD don't have this family history.
Crohn's disease may lead to one or more of the following complications:
Fistulas. Sometimes ulcers can extend completely through the intestinal wall, creating a fistula — an abnormal connection between different body parts. Fistulas can develop between your intestine and skin or between your intestine and another organ. Fistulas near or around the anal area (perianal) are the most common kind.
When fistulas develop in the abdomen, food may bypass areas of the bowel that are necessary for absorption. Fistulas may occur between loops of bowel, into the bladder or vagina, or out through the skin, causing continuous drainage of bowel contents to your skin.
In some cases, a fistula may become infected and form an abscess, which can be life-threatening if not treated.
Medications. Certain medications for Crohn's disease that act by blocking functions of the immune system are associated with a small risk of developing cancers such as lymphoma and skin cancers. They also increase risk of infection.
Corticosteroids can be associated with a risk of osteoporosis, bone fractures, cataracts, glaucoma, diabetes and high blood pressure. Work with your doctor to determine risks and benefits of medications.
Possible complications of ulcerative colitis include:
Symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease may first prompt a visit to your family doctor or general practitioner. However, you may then be referred to a doctor who specializes in treating digestive disorders (gastroenterologist).
Because appointments can be brief, and there's often a lot of information to discuss, it's a good idea to be well-prepared. Here's some information to help you get ready and what to expect from your doctor.
Time with your doctor is limited, so preparing a list of questions beforehand may help you make the most of your visit. List your questions from most important to least important in case time runs out. For inflammatory bowel disease, some basic questions to ask your doctor include:
Your doctor is likely to ask you a number of questions. Being ready to answer them may reserve time to go over points you want to spend more time on. Your doctor may ask:
Your doctor will likely diagnose inflammatory bowel disease only after ruling out other possible causes for your signs and symptoms, including ischemic colitis, infection, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), diverticulitis and colon cancer. He or she will use a combination of tests. To help confirm a diagnosis of IBD, you may have one or more of the following tests and procedures:
The goal of inflammatory bowel disease treatment is to reduce the inflammation that triggers your signs and symptoms. In the best cases, this may lead not only to symptom relief but also to long-term remission and reduced risks of complications. IBD treatment usually involves either drug therapy or surgery. There is no cure for IBD.
Doctors use one of two approaches to treatment: "step-up," which starts with milder drugs first, versus "top-down," which gives people stronger drugs earlier in the treatment process. Researchers are actively exploring new approaches to treatment for IBD, especially as new technology becomes available. Investigators suggest links between diet, the immune system and bacteria in the digestive tract (microbiome).
Anti-inflammatory drugs are often the first step in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease. They include:
Corticosteroids. These drugs, which include prednisone and hydrocortisone, are generally reserved for moderate to severe ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease that doesn't respond to other treatments. They are given orally, intravenously, or by enema or suppository, depending on the part of the digestive tract affected.
Corticosteroids have numerous side effects, including a puffy face, excessive facial hair, night sweats, insomnia and hyperactivity. More-serious side effects include high blood pressure, diabetes, osteoporosis, bone fractures, cataracts, glaucoma and increased chance of infection. They are not usually given long term.
These drugs also reduce inflammation, but they target your immune system rather than directly treating inflammation. Instead, they suppress the immune response that releases inflammation-inducing chemicals in the intestinal lining. For some people, a combination of these drugs works better than one drug alone. Immunosuppressant drugs include:
Infliximab (Remicade), adalimumab (Humira) and golimumab (Simponi). These drugs, called tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-alpha inhibitors, or "biologics," work by neutralizing a protein produced by your immune system. They are for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis who don't respond to or can't tolerate other treatments. Infliximab is given by intravenous injection and the others by subcutaneous injection. They may be combined with other immunosuppressant medications such as azathioprine or mercaptopurine.
People with certain conditions can't take TNF-alpha inhibitors. If you have a history of tuberculosis, fungal infections or hepatitis B, you may experience a reactivation of your disease while on therapy. Your doctor will test you for previous exposure to tuberculosis and hepatitis B and may test you for possible fungal infection as well.
These drugs also are associated with a rare risk of developing certain cancers such as lymphoma and skin cancers.
Natalizumab (Tysabri) and vedolizumab (Entyvio). These drugs work by stopping certain immune cell molecules — integrins — from binding to other cells in your intestinal lining. These drugs are approved for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis with evidence of inflammation who aren't responding well to any other medications.
Because natalizumab is associated with a rare but serious risk of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy — a brain infection that usually leads to death or severe disability — you must be enrolled in a special restricted distribution program to use it.
Vedolizumab recently was approved for Crohn's disease. It works like natalizumab but appears not to have a risk of brain infection.
People with ulcerative colitis who run fevers will likely be given antibiotics to help prevent or control infection. Antibiotics can reduce the amount of drainage and sometimes heal fistulas and abscesses in people with Crohn's disease.
Researchers also believe antibiotics help reduce harmful intestinal bacteria and suppress the intestine's immune system. They may be used in addition to other medications or when infection is a concern — in cases of perianal Crohn's disease, for example. However, there's no strong evidence that antibiotics are effective for Crohn's disease.
Frequently prescribed antibiotics include:
In addition to controlling inflammation, some medications may help relieve your signs and symptoms, but always talk to your doctor before taking any over-the-counter medications. Depending on the severity of your Crohn's disease, your doctor may recommend one or more of the following:
If diet and lifestyle changes, drug therapy, or other treatments don't relieve your IBD signs and symptoms, your doctor may recommend surgery.
Surgery for ulcerative colitis. Surgery can often eliminate ulcerative colitis, but that usually means removing your entire colon and rectum (proctocolectomy). In most cases, this involves a procedure called ileoanal anastomosis that eliminates the need to wear a bag to collect stool. Your surgeon constructs a pouch from the end of your small intestine. The pouch is then attached directly to your anus, allowing you to expel waste relatively normally.
In some cases, a pouch is not possible. Instead, surgeons create a permanent opening in your abdomen (ileal stoma) through which stool is passed for collection in an attached bag.
Surgery for Crohn's disease. Up to one-half of people with Crohn's disease will require at least one surgery. However, surgery does not cure Crohn's disease.
During surgery, the doctor removes a damaged portion of your digestive tract and then reconnects the healthy sections. Surgery may also be used to close fistulas and drain abscesses. A common procedure for Crohn's disease is strictureplasty, which widens a segment of the intestine that has become too narrow.
The benefits of surgery for Crohn's disease are usually temporary. The disease often recurs, frequently near the reconnected tissue. The best approach is to follow surgery with medication to minimize the risk of recurrence. If you have had surgery on your colon or where your small intestine and colon meet, your doctor may recommend a repeat colonoscopy in six to 12 months to look for signs of disease and help with correct treatment.
Sometimes you may feel helpless when facing inflammatory bowel disease. But changes in your diet and lifestyle may help control your symptoms and lengthen the time between flare-ups.
There's no firm evidence that what you eat actually causes inflammatory bowel disease. But certain foods and beverages can aggravate your signs and symptoms, especially during a flare-up.
It can be helpful to keep a food diary to keep track of what you're eating, as well as how you feel. If you discover some foods are causing your symptoms to flare, you can try eliminating those foods. Here are some suggestions that may help:
Take care with fiber. If you have inflammatory bowel disease, high-fiber foods, such as fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grains, may make your symptoms worse, especially if you have narrowing in the bowel. If raw fruits and vegetables bother you, try steaming, baking or stewing them.
In general, you may have more problems with foods in the cabbage family, such as broccoli and cauliflower, nuts, seeds, corn, and popcorn. You may be told to limit fiber or go on a low-residue diet if you have a narrowing of your bowel (stricture).
Smoking increases your risk of developing Crohn's disease, and once you have it, smoking can make it worse. People with Crohn's disease who smoke are more likely to have relapses and need medications and repeat surgeries.
Smoking may help prevent ulcerative colitis. However, its harm to overall health outweighs any benefit, and quitting smoking can improve the general health of your digestive tract, as well as provide many other health benefits. Nicotine patches have been used to treat ulcerative colitis, but the results have been disappointing.
The association of stress with Crohn's disease is controversial, but many people who have the disease report symptom flares during high-stress periods. If you have trouble managing stress, try one of these strategies:
Many people with digestive disorders have used some form of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). However, there are few well-designed studies of their safety and effectiveness.
The majority of alternative therapies aren't regulated by the FDA. Manufacturers can claim that herbal and nutritional supplements are safe and effective but don't need to prove it. What's more, even natural herbs and supplements can have side effects and cause dangerous interactions. Tell your doctor if you decide to try an herbal supplement.
Some commonly used therapies include:
IBD doesn't just affect you physically — it takes an emotional toll as well. If signs and symptoms are severe, your life may revolve around a constant need to run to the toilet. Even if your symptoms are mild, it can be difficult to be out in public. All of these factors can alter your life and may lead to depression. Here are some things you can do:
Although living with IBD can be discouraging, research is ongoing, and the outlook is improving.
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Polar Opposites: Fox News And Science
Once [1] again [2], a scientist has had to correct a Fox News distortion after the network's flagship nightly news program misrepresented a study to claim [3] "the Earth's polar ice is melting less than previously thought." Dr. John Wahr, who helped lead the research, said via email that Fox's coverage is "misleading" and "inaccurate."
The research from the University of Colorado Boulder -- the "first comprehensive satellite study of the contribution of the world's melting glaciers and ice caps to global sea level rise" -- found [4] that the land ice shrunk by nearly 500* billion tons every year between 2003-2010 (mostly from Greenland and Antarctica), adding 12 millimeters to sea level rise.
While the study found that glaciers in the Himalayan region were melting less than ground-based estimates had indicated, Professor Wahr said "our estimate of polar ice loss is roughly the same as previous estimates," contrary to Fox News' report. Wahr observed that Fox seemed to believe that the Himalayas are located at the Earth's poles. They are not.
Speaking to The Guardian last week, Wahr said: "Our results and those of everyone else show we are losing a huge amount of water into the oceans every year ... People should be just as worried about the melting of the world's ice as they were before." But somehow Fox came up with this:
BRET BAIER (host): Worried about polar ice melting? You may not be after a quick break.
Fox's Flagship News Show Performs 5-Year Dance Around Greenland Ice Loss [5]
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Licensed Professional Counselor
147 Columbia Turnpike, Suite 307, Florham Park, New Jersey
Career challenges can be overwhelming! Half of my practice consists of clients experiencing a wide range of career conflicts and look for my assistance because of my strong specialization in career development. Before starting private practice, I spent many years working in human resources and educational settings focusing on clients' career challenges while also receiving several career counseling certifications. Counseling topics include career assessments, career and educational choices, job search techniques (resume, linkedin, networking, etc), career transitions, workplace bullying, dual-career relationships, re-joining the workforce, managing unemployment, and work-life balance.
Career Counselor
Elizabeth MacGregor, Ed.D, LPC
Psychoanalyst, Licensed Professional Counselor
10 Stoneybrook Rd., Montville, New Jersey
The world of work is rapidly changing. Are you or someone you know experiencing personal and/or social stressors related to your work and career? We willyou to learn to understand and handle your current life situation through the development of "goal setting", which is an important part of our counseling process with you. When the goal-setting and strategic action planning process work smoothly, career options are identified, priorities are established, a goal is chosen, and your action plan is developed and implemented.
Career Counselor
Steven Sussman, Ph.D
Licensed NJ & NY Psychologist
615 Sherwood Pkwy, Mountainside, NJ, New Jersey
When i work with adolescents I offer career counseling to aid in their areas of study. There are various inventories that i can administer which indicate occupations most suited for your child's personality and aptitudes. Some show which professions attract people most like your child. Some show areas of competence in your child that will be valued in certain professions.
Career Counselor
Terri DiMatteo, MA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
111 Quimby Street , Westfield, New Jersey
Career counseling is synonymous with career transitioning and career change presents a unique set of challenges. I help clients discover interesting and unusual ways to create and maintain satisfying, meaningful and life-affirming careers whether they are trying to maneuver through an established work system -- or venture out on their own, independently.
Career Counselor
Amy Armstrong, MS, NCC, MCC, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
501 Lenox Ave., bldg. A, 2nd Floor, Westfield, New Jersey
Career choice and development are my specialties, and every client who has seen me for assistance in these areas has left with a better sense of self worth, confidence, and a better way of prioritizing and making decisions. You will better understand your personality, values, interests, and how these factors relate to job and career satisfaction. It's not just about choosing a job.
Career Counselor
Michael Barmak, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
347 Lincoln Avenue East, Cranford, New Jersey
I help my clients learn how to manifest their hearts desire through their career. You can learn how to connect to your passions and what brings you joy in life. Once you are aware of your deepest desires then you can make career choices that feel satisfying, meaningful and rewarding. This process starts with learning to feel your feelings and take responsibility for them and then taking loving actions for yourself to find a career that you love.
Career Counselor
Peter Berzins, MA, Licensed Professional Counselor
Brittany Ryan-Berzins Ph.D. Birch Tree Psychology
498 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Pompton Plains, New Jersey
Did you just graduate from college and are not sure what career you should pick? Have you been at the same job for years and just don't feel fulfilled? When people stay at jobs that are not satisfying they often feel stressed, bored, and sometimes aggravated at the end of the day. Dr. Peter Berzins is a licensed clinical psychologist who has help individuals find satisfaction in their career for more that fifteen years.
Career Counselor
Marion Rollings, PhD
Licensed Psychologist
236 West High Street, Bound Brook, New Jersey
I work with many high school and college students to help develop and refine their academic and career goals and achieve them. For those in the corporate world, I assist with stress management and the setting and attainment of short and long term goals. I work with teachers and school administrators on managing the very stressful demands of their work environment while looking ahead to career choices as their jobs and responsibilities evolve in their rapidly changing work milieu . I also work with individuals with developmental disabilies to help them develop confidence and define options in the workplace uniquely suited to their abilities. Please note that I do not provide testing.
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The department is now ranked 28th in the nation, up from last year's ranking of 42. When all sources of funding are taken into consideration, MSU is 39th in the nation, up from 64th a year ago. MSU officials said the department would have ranked even better if the data were adjusted per capita. Those rankings were based on the latest information from the National Science Foundation and published this fall in "Chemical and Engineering News."
"This remarkable achievement reflects first and foremost on the great quality and energy of the department's faculty, whose scholarly work to create knowledge has earned great support in the scientific community," said former department head David Singel.
"It also reflects very positively on the foresight and stewardship of administrators who made major investments in the department, and who collaborated with it to seize opportunities to bring talent and treasure to MSU," Singel said. "These investments have provided great returns for the MSU community. We all enjoy, for example, the advantages that a strong academic profile brings in recruiting students.
"Moreover, this achievement supports opportunities for students to collaborate with renowned faculty in research and service projects, and thus helps to advance the MSU mission of integrating learning, discovery and engagement," Singel added.
Current department head and chemistry professor Mary Cloninger said, "This is a remarkable achievement, especially when one compares the size of the faculty in our department with the faculty makeup of other schools in the top 50."
MSU's Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry has 18 full-time tenure-track faculty members, compared to 40 for other schools near MSU in the rankings. But Cloninger said those 18 faculty members are extremely active in research. They are also extremely dedicated and care deeply about teaching, research and service. Not only are they highly committed to their individual research programs, but they are devoted to working collaboratively.
MSU's department also houses the Center for Bio-Inspired NanoMaterials headed by Trevor Douglas, recently named a Montana University Systems Regents Professor; the Thermal Biology Institute led by John Peters; and the CoBRE Center for the Analysis of Cellular Mechanisms and Systems Biology directed by Edward Dratz, Cloninger said.
Data for the ranking was collected in 2010, about the same time as two full professors - Bern Kohler and Robert Walker -- joined the department and added to its productivity, Cloninger said. The renovated Gaines Hall reopened in September 2010 as a state-of-the-art teaching facility for classrooms and laboratories in which to train students in the department. In 2007, the department moved into the new Chemistry and Biochemistry building, a sophisticated research facility that allowed researchers to work on cutting-edge problems.
All of those things contributed to MSU's rise in the national rankings and its success within the university, Cloninger said.
MSU had a record $112.3 million in research expenditures for Fiscal Year 2012, which ended June 30. The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry was the year's top research department, with research expenditures totaling $10.6 million.
Three undergraduate students who conducted research in chemistry/biochemistry received Goldwater Scholarships in recent years. David Halat in 2012 and Joe Azzarelli and Ben Naab in 2009 all received the nation's premier scholarship for undergraduates studying math, natural sciences and engineering.
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Allan Scott was involved in establishing the first vineyards in Marlborough in 1973, before investing in vineyards of his own. (Mr. Marlborough) Allan Scott is now one of the country's 21 largest wine producers and is the largest family-owned, Marlborough based winery.
Allan Scott's winery shows the modern face of New Zealand wine making. A modern, up to date vineyard and winery is complimented with a sophisticated restaurant and the family owned business is expanding rapidly.
The key characteristic of the region is the rocky soil, combined with the clear intense light of the micro-climate, contributes to the distinctive flavors of the wines.
Allan Scott produces a range of white wines that are pure Marlborough - fresh appetizingly crisp and awash with flavor. A commitment and passion for quality have resulted in many award-winning vintages for the company. View all Allan Scott Wines
About MarlboroughView a map of Marlborough wineries (mahrl-bore-oh)
Sitting pretty on the northern tip of New Zealand's south island, Marlborough has become synonymous with New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. As well it should be – Marlborough is the primary region for those delicious, citrusy, summer-lovin' wines with vibrant acidity and pungent, grassy, grapefruit flavors. Sauvignon Blanc is the main grape here; Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Riesling are also made.


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A: Copies of filed Declarations of Paternity are available only to:
A parent requesting a copy of a completed Declaration of Paternity form filed with the State of California should either complete a Request for a Filed Declaration of Paternity (CS 918) or send a letter to:
DCSS — POP Unit
P.O. Box 419070
Rancho Cordova, CA 95741-9070
When completing the request form, you must indicate whether you are requesting a certified copy or faxed copy of the paternity declaration. Next, type or print the following information about the child and the parents:
The parent making the request (the requestor) must also type or print the following identifying information:
The requestor must sign the request form — any requests not signed will not be processed. Allow 10 working days for your request to be processed.
If you have any questions about how to request a copy of a filed Declaration of Paternity form, please contact the State POP Coordinator at 866-249-0773. Or go to their website for more information.
A: YES. The mother can open a case with the Department of Child Support Services when she is still pregnant.
If the person the mother believes is the child's other biological parent denies it, a genetic (DNA) test can be ordered after the baby is born. (Some labs will only perform genetic tests after a child is 6 months of age or older.)
Genetic tests can be scheduled through the local child support agency (LCSA) in your county.
A: No. Paternity (also known as "parentage") — a legal determination of who is the child's other biological parent — must be established before child support can be ordered. Establishing paternity/parentage gives your child many rights, including child support, access to medical records, government benefits, and more. However, you can get CalWORKS without having established parentage.
A: The local court may use information they have to decide parentage without him or her. If parentage is established without the alleged other parent's cooperation, the court may order him or her to pay child support no matter where the person lives, even if he or she is not in California.
A: If you do not establish parentage, your child will not be able to get child support or health insurance even after the alleged other parent gets a job. Proving parentage as soon as possible makes collecting child support easier later on.
A: DNA is the biological material that determines a person's physical characteristics. It is found in almost all of the cells in the body, and each person's DNA is unique.
Some of a person's DNA coding is inherited from the mother. Some of the DNA coding is inherited from the father. Therefore, by comparing the DNA coding of a mother, father, and child, their parental relationship can be established.
Samples of a person's DNA can be taken by gently rubbing a sterile cotton squab (like a Q-tip) inside his or her mouth. Saliva contains DNA, as does the rest of the body.
A: The law will presume a person is a child's other parent under the following circumstances (unless proved otherwise to a court). For example, John Doe will be presumed to be the child's other parent if:
A: When one of the parents of a child is deceased and there are (1) no court orders in place about the children AND (2) no pending court cases about custody or guardianship of the child, the law requires that the person filing the parentage case give notice of the case to certain people related to the child. The reason for this law is to make sure that anyone who may have an interest in the children or the case has an opportunity to have a say in the case.
When a parent is deceased, the Summons and the Petition MUST be served on the following people:
And, if the person filing the parentage case is NOT the child's living parent, that parent must be served too, of course.
You must follow these requirements carefully or your case may not move forward.
The papers can be served in person or by mail, or other way the court allows. If you cannot locate any of the people that must be served, let the court know your efforts to contact them and the court will either give you permission to serve them some other way, or will let you move forward without giving notice to the people that cannot be found.
IMPORTANT: If there is any type of court hearing coming up in the case and no orders have been made yet, you MUST serve all these people at least 15 days before the hearing.


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Allstate Sugar Bowl Sponsors J/30 Regatta National Championship This Weekend
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
The Allstate Sugar Bowl will sponsor the J/30 National Championship this weekend as part of its annual regatta repertoire on Lake Ponchartrain. The event, hosted by the New Orleans Yacht Club, begins with the first race at 11 a.m. on Friday and continues on Saturday and Sunday beginning at 11 a.m. each day. The races can be watched from Lakeshore Drive between The Lighthouse and Canal Boulevard.
According to Barton Jahncke, Olympic Gold Medal winner and multiple Sugar Bowl Trophy winner, "The Sugar Bowl Regatta Series is recognized as one of the premier national yachting events in the United States. It gives sailors or all ages, from the Optimist class through high school and intercollegiate levels and beyond, the opportunity to learn how to compete at a very high level."
Crews from all over the country have traveled to New Orleans for this weekend's championship. This year's J/30 National Championship is the 32nd in the history of the sailing class and the event will include some noteworthy participants. The top two teams in the history of the event, Zephyr (New Orleans) and BeBop (Annapolis), will each be looking for their sixth title in the event. The Zephyr crew will include U.S. Olympic boatwright Donnie Brennan and his son Andrew. There will also be two female-skippered crews with Debbie Grimm aboard Hot Chocolate and Laura Webb sailing Black Magic.
Contact Information:
The J/30 is a family friendly sloop, which can be raced or cruised and is an ocean-bearing boat with a six-and-a half foot draft. There are no minimum crew requirements, however J/30s are typically raced with a crew up to seven. As the J/30 is notable for its ease of sailing, it can be well-handled with fewer than seven crew members if conditions permit.
Many think of New Orleans as a French Quarter venue with a lot of historic value, however, Lake Ponchartrain is another jewel for sailing. Today, there are about 2,000 New Orleanians participating in sailing on the lake - enough to attract National and International sailing events to the city. "With shifty winds and obstruction clear waters, our sailing venue is one of the best in the nation," according to David Erwin, Allstate Sugar Bowl Regatta Chairman.
Following the J/30 World Championships, the next Allstate Sugar Bowl sailing event will be the Great Oaks High School Regatta from Nov. 18-20.


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Stanton has traveled eight times to the Mexican capital since he took office in January of 2012.
Nevertheless, Lincoln and Stanton forged a superbly effective partnership.
It offered him $15,000, Stanton says—and he refused "on principle."
Stanton asked, via his Facebook page, that DKNY donate $100,000 to the YMCA in his neighborhood of Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn.
But now, the story has a happy ending: through a crowd-sourced fundraising program, Stanton was able to raise the extra $75,000.
So this motion excluded either Mr. Lincoln or Mr. Stanton,—which?
I asked him what he would do if Stanton objected, or resisted.
The enemies of the Committee in Congress took the matter up and denounced Stanton.
They say that Stanton is to be given a free hand, and that the gallows will be busy.
The formula has neutralized the best men in Congress, the best men in the Cabinet, as is Stanton.


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Cortisol - urine24-hour urinary free cortisol (UFC)
A cortisol urine test measures the amount of the steroid hormone cortisol in the urine.
How the Test is Performed
A 24-hour urine sample is needed. The health care provider will instruct you, if necessary, to stop taking drugs that may affect the test.
- On day 1, urinate into the toilet when you get up in the morning. Afterwards, collect all urine in a special container for the next 24 hours. Keep the container in a cool place during the test period.
- On day 2, urinate into the container when you get up in the morning.
- Cap the container. Label the container with your name, the date, the time of completion, and return it as instructed. Keep it in the refrigerator or a cool place until you return it to the laboratory.
Thoroughly wash the area around the urethra. Open a urine collection bag (a plastic bag with adhesive paper on one end), and place it on the infant. For boys, the entire penis can be placed in the bag and the adhesive attached to the skin. For girls, the bag is placed over the labia. Diaper as usual over the secured bag.
This procedure may take a couple of attempts -- lively infants can displace the bag. Check the infant frequently and change the bag after the infant has urinated into the bag. Drain the urine into the container for transport to the laboratory.
Deliver the urine to the laboratory or your health care provider as soon as possible.
How to Prepare for the Test
No special preparation is necessary for this test. If you are taking the collection from an infant, you may need a couple of extra collection bags.
How the Test Will Feel
The test involves only normal urination, and there is no discomfort.
Why the Test is Performed
Cortisol is a steroid hormone released from the adrenal gland in response to ACTH, a hormone from the anterior pituitary gland in the brain. Cortisol levels rise and fall during the day. The highest levels occur at about 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. and thelowest levels at about midnight.
Cortisol affects many different body systems. It plays a role in:
- Bones
- Circulatory system
- Immune system
- Metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, and protein
- Nervous system
- Stress responses
The test is done to determine if you have increased or decreased cortisol production. Different diseases, such as Cushing's disease and Addison's disease, can lead to either too much or too little production of cortisol. Urine cortisol levels can help to diagnose these conditions.
Normal Results
Normal range: 10 - 100 micrograms per 24 hours (mcg/24h)
The examples above are common measurements for resultsof these tests. Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories.
Some labs use different measurements or may test different specimens. Normal results may sometimes be present in someone with mild Cushing syndrome. Sometimes the test may need to be repeated or another test (dexamethasone suppression test) may be done.Talk to your doctor about the meaning of your specific test results.
What Abnormal Results Mean
Increased levels of urine cortisol may indicate:
- Severe depression
- Tumor of the adrenal gland that is producing too much cortisol
- Tumor somewhere else in the body that produces cortisol
- The pituitary gland near the brain makes too much of the hormone ACTH (calledCushing's disease), which may happen with too much growth of the pituitary gland, a tumor of the pituitary gland, or a tumor elsewhere in the body (such as the pancreas, lung, and thyroid) that produces ACTH
Decreased levels of urine cortisol may indicate:
- Addison's disease -- when the adrenal glands do not produce enough cortisol
- Hypopituitarism -- when the pituitary gland does not signal the adrenal gland to produce enough cortisol
- Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
The test may also be done in cases of exogenous Cushing syndrome.
Factors that interfere with this test are:
- Medications, including glucocorticoids, lithium, diuretics, ketoconazole, estrogens, and tricyclic antidepressants
- Severe emotional or physical stress
Note: Due to these interfering factors, the urine cortisol may be tested on three or more separate occasions to get a more accurate picture of average cortisol production.
Stewart PM, Krone NP. The adrenal cortex. In: Kronenberg HM, Melmed S, Polonsky KS, Larsen PR, eds. Williams Textbook of Endocrinology. 12th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Saunders Elsevier; 2011: chap 15.
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Review Date: 12/11/2011
Reviewed By: Nancy J. Rennert, MD, Chief of Endocrinology & Diabetes, Norwalk Hospital, Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.


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GREENVALE, NY -- New from Apple Industries is a free software enhancement for its popular Magazine Me photobooth. The release includes seven all-new parody magazine covers from its continually expanding graphics library. They are Auto Driver, Bride Monster, Nineteen, Pop Star, Princess, Super Hero and Wizard.
The new magazine covers have been purposely created to increase the Magazine Me's revenue by widening its appeal to a more youthful audience. "What we're finding," explained Apple's Mel LaForce, "is that by offering a wide selection of parody covers, and now increasing the number of youth-oriented covers, that the revenue is increasing."
Magazine Me is available in two cabinet styles. The larger Magazine Me is positioned for heavy-traffic locations like malls, bowling centers, roller rinks, resorts and FECs; it measures 36" deep by 70" wide by 83" high, and weighs 875 lbs. The smaller Magazine Me Mini incorporates the same hardware and software as the larger version in a scaled-down enclosure suitable for smaller locations like bars and restaurants. It is 28.5" wide by 37.5" deep, standing 76" high and weighing 450 lbs. Both vend 270 magazine covers per print stock roll; they're supplied with bill validators, and accommodate credit and debit card readers.
For more information, see: Apple Industries Debuts Magazine Me Novelty Photobooth
Not only does Apple periodically release free magazine cover upgrades from its library, but it also can design custom magazine covers for particular locations and clients. The company's art department recently produced a magazine cover for a major sports franchise. Call (516) 945-3650 for details.


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Number of the Day—125: The Eiffel Tower turned 125 yesterday. [Time]
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I want to know has anyone had experience with wing chun or kung fu?
Also can they be used in mma effectivly?
I havent really done any full contact sports like boxing or martial arts but im looking to get into it.
Ive found a gym fairly near me in st albans but still havent joined any yet.
Im also looking to join either wing chun club or kung fu.
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Martin's Brugge
Oude Burg 5, Bruges
0.1 km from
such a comfortable and warm hotel. I would definitely stay here again (especially if we are given any discount for future stays!)
The location is superb and the parking is a big plus. Two of the 3 reception staff I dealt with were very nice and helpful Charging €25 euro a day for parking on top of the €169 a night for a very basic and dated twin room with an outlook (and the incessant noise) of the air conditioning units is a bit rich. Compared to the dozens of other hotels we've been to across all price ranges the breakfast at Martins Hotel is very basic
excellent location, very well kept, staff are exceptional can be a bit noisey
Very central, modern rooms, friendly staff.
I have stayed at this hotel before and the location, ambience and value for money is the big attraction. The breakfast is excellent with many english favourites alongside the continental selection. Nothing
Location was perfect for exploring the area. Staff were extremely friendly and helpfull and Hotel in general was spot on. For a short stay it's well worth a look and could not be faulted Breakfast was a little pricey
Hotel is right at the centre of town, excellent quiet room, really good breakfast in lovely dining room, other commenters suggested breakfast is expensive , it is not cheap but for full breakfast is no more expensive than other places in town. Basement garage is expensive but secure, awkward to get into from the narrow entry road but worth the expense.
Brilliant location, rooms nice and warm, very clean. On the second day we got up late and their was no hot water for the shower, bed wasnt that comfortable.
Location and standard of accomodation
It was a pleasant, comfortable hotel, very central and convenient with tasteful luxurious decor.
The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful.
The staff were very polite, friendly and helpful. The location was central. The breakfasts were very good - nice choices. No.
Cleanliness, Staff polite, pleasant and efficient
The hotel was spotlessly clean and there was a good choice for breakfast. Staff were friendly, helpful and efficient. The pool and sauna were ideal for relaxing after a day's sightseeing and the hotel was centrally located only 2 minutes from market square.
Very friendly reception and helpful. Good location, comfortable rooms and safe parking for our car without the hassle of feeding machines.
The location was excellent and the availability of parking was a real plus. Ability to check in early on arrival day was also a plus. Staff at reception were very helpful, and knowledgeable. Swimming pool was too cold - to the point of not being usable. This is a pretty big negative as the pool was a main reason to book this hotel. Breakfast was ok but not great. Bar was a little impersonal. Decor around common areas of hotel was bland and lifeless.
breakfast no bacon
Very friendly and helpful staff,would recommend the hotel to other people.Would like to stay there in the future.
Excellent hotel - pleasant, helpful staff and clean, well presented room. Briiliant location near the main square.
breakfast !!
perfect location, excellent breakfast
Location. Breakfast Room was too small. And too hot. No A /C
Frindly and helpful staff no
I thought the hotel was good value for money, not too far from the centre of the town. In a town as small as Bruges it was ideal to be able to park the car at the hotel during our stay. did not get good directions on how to get there, better information would have stopped me driving in circles for 3/4 hour looking for the hotel
Booked a double room did not realise you needed to specifly if you wanted a double bed or two singles. We got two singles pushed together. As they where fully booked we where unable to move. Only a minor point , just put in the notes when you book
Central location, clean accommodation, good breakfast & friendly staff. Whilst we had no complaints about this hotel we did wonder how it had 4 star rating when it had very basic facilities and no restaurant.
close proximity to centre of town and good breakfasts provided
towels too small! towels too small My room was over the pond in the gardena nd I left window open and I got bitten by the mosquitos ( or whatever) - quite badly on the first night -
Nice room, nice and warm bar with exellent beers made in Bruges and around, very kind staff, located in the heart of a beatifull picturesque romantique town.
good friendly hotel. clean decor @ welcoming atmosphere a bit off the beaten track. no dining facilities
ample and comfortable room, good location, excellent breakfast the swimming pool was broken: we were told that it would have been fixed the day after our arrival but it hadn't all over our stay (six days) at the hotel
Great size rooms and large comfy beds. Also it is within easy walking distance to all attractions and car parking available on site.
Quiet, but only 5 minutes from "the centre". Wonderful breakfast, charming oldie world feel. Staff at reception very helpful. Only thing missing was the in room tea/coffee facilities.
Location and facilities were wonderful. Hotel on a canal with small square nearby with cafes. Very convenient to Markt Square. Hotel has Old World charm. Delphine at front desk was very helpful. Definitely would stay there again. Our room was quite small - #24- with a small window and not much light. The tub/shower did not have a shower shield on it.
The hotel staff was excellent and ensured our stay had no problems.
The lovely history and decor and surroundings and comfortable room within easy walking distance to the main area of town Nothing!
Drinking in the bar on return to the hotel late evening - informed conversation from staff Paid parking offered was too far from hotel
We loved the character of this hotel, and the friendliness of the staff. it was in a quiet location, but still close to everything. it was very special.
convience and lovely cosi atmosphere welcoming staff
nice area, close to centre, private parking (but not free). no value for money. The hotel looks like it could use some renovations. Bathroom not clean. Breakfast buffet poor, no value for money.
A beautiful hotel, well decorated and adorned with antiques that gave it that period feel. The position was also perfect, adjacent to the main Squares and on the bank of the canal, not to mention some very nice bars on all sides! The canal view rooms are worth the extra and the breakfast first class.
The Garden view room gave us a very comfortable night in peaceful surroundings.
Central location, super spacious room and prompt service Nothing to not like at all!!
Well placed location near to the city centre, helpful staff, nice room and fair value for money. Tea and coffee were available in the lounge during the day but it would have helped to have this explained on arrival as there were no facilities for making hot drinks in the bedroom.
Proximity to city centre no bar
very good location, pleasant and helpful staff. very clean and bright rooms.would recommend thankyou for a very pleasant stay. no complaints
Loved that in the apartment we were able to stay together as a family and still be so close to the city center...many times the more spacious the room, the farther from the action. Not so at the Hotel Aragon! Had a lovely stay, would have loved to have stayed longer...literally 2 minutes walk from the Brugge's lovely square. If you are driving a "people mover", you might want to consider alternatives to the hotel's parking (especially in the low season when parking may be available on the street). The hotel parking is very nice and well-protected, but getting into the extremely tight entrance is difficult at best! Was a great stay and will return each time I come to Brugge.
The comfortable room and the location in the centre of Bruges within easy reach of the market square and many restaurants.
Overall the hotel was very clean and tidy and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The room always had a lingering smell of cigarette smoke which meant that the windows had to be always left opened, because of this our sleep was disturbed by the noise of traffic on the road below our window.
We were traveling with 4 adults and 2 kids so rented the 3 bedroom apartment. It was very large, perfect for our needs. Kitchenette with refrigerater was great to keep cold drinks available. Very clean. And the staff were very helpful and gave great information about places to eat and shopping areas. I will definitely stay here again. The parking at the hotel was limited and very small. Our SUV did not fit through the entrance. But there was a public parking garage with very reasonable daily rates that was a short walk down the street. So this was not a problem at all.
location: easy access to the centrre- attractive, well-appointed newly refurbished room with direct access to street. short on facilities - no bar, no obvious presence of staff on arrival - apart from helpful adnd attentive receptionist
Nice Hotel and friendly staff but not really 4* standards. Parking was convienient and very central.
Thought the location was excellent, staff were very helpful and the bathroom was lovely with a large comfortable bath. No complaints whatsoever
Excellent service, wonderful people in a very convivial environment, which gives you the impression of coming home. Rather than lots of hotels which are interchangeable, Number 11 is unique in both people and environment. Highly recommended. Nothing at all. One side note, please be advised that if you need to unpack your car, as we did, the roads of Bruges are very narrow indeed.
The staff were very welcoming and helpful. The rooms were beautiful. The breakfast was delicious.
Ubication. Room design and comfort. Beautiful hotel, a most enjoyable experience. Pillows too hard, more like square cushions than pillows in fact.
breakfast,staff,location,decor,open fire ,able to have use of kitchen would have liked full length mirror /dress mirror.it was a bit cold during the day
Quiet, peaceful location, beautiful room, friendly, thoughtful staff who were attentive but not overattentive. The wooden floors, though beautiful to look at, were not so good at muffling the footfall of other guests. The stairs to the rooms were very steep - not suitable for the elderly.
The guesthouse quality was amazing, and the staff were really friendly and welcoming. A magical place, highly recommended.
Beautiful surroundings; elegant house; tranquil courtyard to sit in;modern bathroom and all very clean and tasteful. Efficient hostess who speaks fluent English and French and was prepared to house our food in the refrigerator! You can help yourself to tea or coffee and make yourself at home. Red Michelin to consult! Perfectly situated for visiting Bruges with nearby underground parking... Very steep stairs so not suitable for young children or the elderly
The staff were very warm & made us feel very welcome. We loved the style of the house very traditional with modern luxuries. The breakfast was great every morning. We were made to feel very special & it felt very exclusive whilst still feeling comfortable & homely. A very unique place to stay. Wasn't a problem for us but the stairs were very steep to the rooms, but that is what you would expect with such an old house. Just wouldn't recommend for anyone elderly or with walking difficulties & don't get too drunk as you won't get up them ;-)
The house is lovely and the garden a great area to sit quietly in the city centre
The service and attention to detail was outstanding. Nothing was to much trouble. The staff and owner were very friendly and we will be staying at this guest house again. It was wonderful.
Perfect location with very convenient underground garage. All staff members were friendly courteous and efficient. Lack of attention to detail in main restaurant. Tablecloths were not always clean and some of our food was served on chipped plates.
very comfortable!
The location is excellent
Pool opening hours
Freshly renovated, large Superior room, good quality facilities, good position in centre of town, friendly efficient staff. Baby crying all night; whilst not really the hotel's fault, was annoying. Car parking a bit restricted and expensive, shower leaked badly onto floor.
The location was perfect, less than 100m from the main square. Nice clean rooms, nice breakfast too. Overall good impression.
Late arrival was no problem. Staff very efficient. Hotel very centrally located. Room very spacious and facilities were excellent - always nice to have tea/coffee making facilities. The thick bathrobes gave a feeling of luxury. There was nothing I didn't like.
the size of the room and how lose to the centre. i asked you to make the breakfast free and you told it is done... and you sent me email telling me the breakfast is free now.. but when i arrived to the hotel.. they told me is not inclouded and not free .. i called you several times about the situation but you did not make anything for me. so this situation fell me down.
Everything I really enjoyed it everything was good, location staff parking. It was all so easy. My only minor complaint was the Gymn was so small and the pool was small and cold!. Also I requested the jogging map from reception but was mazed that this did not contain any distances or scale. I would have expected it to be measured out in miles or KM.
Kindness at the Reception desk My room was smelly, even though it was a non-smoking room. They should make sure that rooms don't smell funny.
Every thing .. A truly beutiful hotel A pool would have been nice
A central location, well appointed, an excellent breakfast, relaxed. The high standards of cleanliness and comfort. Efficient staff. It played a great part in making our visit to Bruges a great success. A minor point worth considering - We would have liked some drawers in which to put our folded clothes. There was plenty of hanging space in the storage unit. Some of the staff could have looked a little happier.
i thought the hotel decor was exceptional for a city hotel beautifully appointed reception rooms there are two parts to the hotel and the second part would be slightly less impressive than the first older part but not a big issue otherwise lovely hotel great location
Hotel was clean and just off Market square, very convenient to historical district. Our room had a terrible odor one of the days we were there. Smelled like sewer backup problem.
The beds are very comfortable and soft. The breakfast selection is good and diverse. The shared areas and the old building have a nice ambience and classical style. The hotel is situated very centrally so you are never more than 25 mins walk away Certain members of staff at the reception were getting by putting in the minimum required effort when handling questions and requests. Pro-active is not a word I would use. You can drop off suitcases but you have to put them (yourself) in an unattended, unlocked area, which was rather odd.
Fabulous room in the old part of the hotel, sumptuous decor and very clean - more 5star! We had upgraded and was worth it. Enormous double bed and beautifully soft and comfortable, in fact probably only the second most comfortable we've had in the world. Staff were very helpful, and all spoke fluent English, arriving on a Sunday they checked the restaurant in town was open and made our reservation whilst we toured the town. (excellent idea as it was fully booked later). Breakfast was plentiful and of a super standard - even the scrambled egg! Parking was easy and secure and €20 for 24 hours good value. The breakfast room was very hot. Be aware there is a youth hostel up the street and as it is a city hotel in an historic part of town there can be a little noise, this didn't bother us in the least, but it could.
clean, friendly, efficient close to city sights
Stayed 3 nights in November 2010 for an average of 145€/night breakfast not included. Very nice modern hotel ideally located in downtown Bruges. Standard rooms are clean and spacious with an 'assembled' queen bed, an armchair, a desk, 2 closets, a full-sized bathroom with shower and bathtub. View on the canal for some rooms in the back building. Bar fridge & LCD TV. Lights turn on and off with the key card. Free wifi on request at the bar. Parking below the hotel building. Facilities include a restaurant for breakfast, a very cosy bar, a small gym, and a wellness center with sauna & hammam. Walking distance from main shopping streets, restaurants, and museums. The staff are extremely helpful and speak good English. Queen bed was in fact 2 single beds... Gym opens at 10:00am, way too late!
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Beautifully grand hotel, immaculate throughout. Rooms were superb, décor, bathrooms, all Ist class Excellent breakfast, vast choice hot/cold, all served in very pleasant dining room. No bad points.
I found the staff very aatentive and polite. The hotel is quite opulent even though some of the rooms are hard to find.
Beautiful hotel with a luxury feel,very comfy bed and spacious bathroom.superb room. Breakfast was mediocre for a 4 star hotel,cold bacon and eggs. Unfortunately this hotel us located opposite a youth hostel so any rooms facing on to the street will be disturbed at allhours by the residents as we were.
the welcoming staff amd the lovely room
Very comfortable, modern, light and bright, close to the centre, quiet, elegant.
had a lovely peaceful room and the breakfast was good
Hotel decor is very nice, relaxed atmosphere and a good breakfast.
We could not open the wardrobe doors without having to move an arm chair.
Perfect location for Brugge sightseeing (2mins walk from Market Square), staff very helpful and friendly. We had an executive room which exceeded our expectations; as did rest of hotel. Onsite car park was ideal but has limitted spaces - so book early. Would definitely book this hotel if visitting Brugge again. Disturbed by noise (revellers) from street in early hours of morning on first night - second night ok - location of hotel more than compensated.
Beautifully decorated, very clean & comfortable bedrooms & bath, very friendly & competent staff, good location, nice breakfast
Friendly helpful staff. Excellent room and hot buffet breakfast.
There is no restuarant and staff weren't good at advising where to eat when they did recommend and we finally found the restuarant it was fully booked!!! The lack of parking facilities especially as a disabled driver was very inconvienient finally found somewhere which was a 10-15 minute walk from the hotel. I wouldnt stay at the hotel again. Nor would i recommend it
the location was great. the staff all spoke english, and the lady at reception was very helpful.
room was beautiful, lovely garden. good location
During our stay my wife became ill and the staff contacted a local doctor that saw her immediately. This was a very nice service.
It was near to the centre of Bruges. It was a historic building
Probably the best hotel I have ever stayed at. The woman at reception was amazing - very helpful and professional. Breakfast was excellent and rooms were beautiful.
When we asked for another room the receptionist was very responsive and moved us to another room with no problem. Our room was facing Market Square and bar of hotel is underneath as well so very noisy until 2am each night and construction starts at 7am nearby so unable to sleep
Location and breakfast quality No car parking available despite booking one of a limited number of spaces in advance. But we were room upgraded so that was good compensation. Underground public parking 300 metres is OK except for luggage .
Lovely location and great breakfast Maids room quite basic for a 4 star hotel and noisy at times due to other guests in corridor.
Beautiful, old world rooms.
An ideal location with very courteous staff and homely atmosphere. That it was only 3 nights.
1. Good central location 2. Comfort and charm 3. Parking facilities 4. Good lighting, mirrors and hairdryer in room (important for women!) 5. Helpful and attentive staff 6. Cleanliness of room 7. Excellent breakfasts
Very Nice hotel with good location. Main areas of hotel were pretty and well decorated. Room was clean. There was not a shower in our room! Only a hand held shower in a bath....holding the shower head while trying to wash your hair is not that much fun. For a four star hotel, I expect a decent shower. The carpet in our room was quite old and stained as well, but the rest of the room was very nice.
A nice, comfortable, hotel in a good, central, location. Staff were very efficient and helpful.
Your hotel is quite unique in a way, and had a good relaxing feel to it. Classy without being over elaborate. None
Location, design, friendly, helpful, luxurious, comfortable No soap in bathroom. Hair dryer not powerful enough. Nice rug but was slippy.
Beautiful hotel and very quiet despite it's central location. Excellent staff with the perfect balance of efficiency and friendliness. Extremely comfortable bed!
staff excellent room was at street level
I liked everything during my stay at the Martin's Orangerie, especially our room, it's design and cosiness
An extremely luxurious and comfortable hotel with friendly and helpful staff and placed in just about the best position for visiting Bruges. Road outside the front rooms overlooking the canal is relatively busy and very noisy at night from cars rumbling over the cobbles.
The location and the staff
The hotel is ideally located for exploring Bruges' historic centre on foot. The restaurant is excellent and reasonably priced, and there is a roaring fire in the bar. Could find nothing to fault it.
Wonderful property and staff. I'd hate to pay full price, but one of the nicest small charming luxury hotels I have ever stayed at! Will definately return. Brugge and De Tuilerieen the nicest surprise of 2 weeks in europe. Bar could use a couple wonderful beers of Belgium on tap.
all was perfect!!! n
Had two rooms with family including myself and wife and two children, 6 & 8, and a 21 year old friend. The hotel is one of the best botique hotels I've ever experienced. The staff was great, spoke English which was important for us, the hotel room was incredible and the location is the best in Bruges. Nothing I didn't like but with family I'm glad I got two rooms.
location, great price, great clean hotel with own parking nothing we didn't dislike
the politness of the staff and the location with car parking no, only that the bath was a bit stained not dirty just stained through age but not a real probnlem as we had a shower
The chocolate fountain included as part of the breakfast buffet The room was much smaller and not as luxurious as the photos on the website
Lovely boutique hotel with very nice large rooms. The staff spoke English and were super friendly and helpful which we appreciated after having just come from Paris. Wish we could have stayed more days to enjoy the spa. I would definitely like to return for a longer stay. Nothing to dislike about this hotel. Everything was perfect. Great value.
The relaxed informal atmosphere, a very welcoming feeling. Nothing was too much trouble. Good advice about where to eat from staff.
It was all wonderful. Fairytale setting with friendly and helpful people everywhere. I couldn't stay longer!!
The staff were charming and efficient. The was restaurant superb and the view of the canal from our room was fabulous. We really loved staying there.
Excellent reception on arrival, room upgraded and information on local area and places to visit were highlighted. Actual room was very comfortable, with good facilities and the low season pricing very good value for this upmarket hotel. Location near to the centre ideal for discovering Brugge. So look for the special room prices and go for it, you won't be dissapointed with this hotel.
Yves the manager was excellent the rest of the staff were disappointing. My bill had over £250 of food and wine which we didn't have on it. When I pointed this out it took an age for the bill to be properly prepared and the attitude of the receptionist made me feel as though she thought we were lying about the charges. The "suite" was just a big bedroom and when I asked to upgrade to a proper suite (and offered to pay) I was just shown other smaller rooms.
The room was beautiful. We were in room 3--the Anna Bourgogne room--I beleive it's their 'bridal suite.' We had booked a junior suite but they upgraded us without asking based on availability.
The hotel is a new construction and everything was in excellent condition. I enjoyed the fact that the architects maintained features of the old building that gave it a mixed historical and modern experience.
We choose this hotel mainly because of the jacuzzi and the one in our room didn't work, big disapointment. No possibility to make tea/coffee.
in the city center, very comfortable beds, the room was very nice (quadruple room) beds in the mezzanine are uncomfortable for adult children, the price for breakfast is very high
Feeling of luxury away from home, a real pampering experience. A bit pricey. nothing extra was thrown in for free eg. a bottle of water
I really liked the hotel room. The location was also lovely The beds were unfortunately uncomfortable.
THe kindness of the employees. The bathroom, which was very poor for the price.
The service, the staff and the location
The charm, location and room facilities of the hotel. The staff could not have done any more for us. The wasn't a restaurant on site and no tea/coffee facilities in the room.
the luxurious room and attention to detail in every aspect - even the silver cutlery usd for breakfast and the crystal glasses used in the bar.
The location is superb. Excellent breakfast, well served. The reception staff were particu;ar;y helpful. We changed rooms because the one we had booked was very cramped. It cost us more but it was worth it. It would be helpful if some warning of the room sizes was available when making the reservation.
Lovely people and very helpful. Excellent breakfast and great position Our standard room was small and dark ( tree outside window )and poorly lit.The WC was squashed into small space beside the bath and very difficult to use.
The staff and the location. The room was a fraction too small for the price.
The location is excellent.Staff very friendly Our room was very small even by European standards and would not have wanted to stay there more than one or two nights
The friendliness of the staff The air conditioner was right above the bed!
Beautiful lounge. Comfortable room. Good breakfast, but very expensive.
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