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Members of Mayor Heidi Davison's Community Snapshot Project say they will strive for diversity among their researchers as they begin delving into Athens-Clarke County issues.
While several of the group's members say they are aware of a perception that the Community Snapshot Project may be serving a neighborhood-friendly, anti-development agenda, they add that they remain dedicated to being unbiased in their research.
"There's no agenda,'' said Harold Horton, a retired Clarke County elementary school principal and member of the Community Snapshot Project. "This is my home community and we want to see it become the best that it can be.''
The group, created by Davison after she won election to the mayor's office in September, currently comprises 17 residents who have been assigned to gather information on Athens-Clarke issues including poverty, transportation and affordable housing.
Each member has been assigned to create his or her own "issue team,'' comprised of a handful of fellow residents who will assist in the research.
Davison said in December that the members and their issue teams would bring diverse backgrounds and perspectives to their research, which is expected to go before the mayor and commission in the form of a report in May. Davison could not be reached this week for comment.
In approaching his assignment -- poverty in Athens-Clarke -- Horton said he plans to include the perspectives of local police, the Clarke County Health Department and other agencies.
Horton, who lives near the Oglethorpe County line, said his issue team includes people from throughout the county.
Community Snapshot member Terry Perenich, retired from teaching chemistry and environment courses at the University of Georgia, is coordinating the issue team looking at natural resources. She said the research will include information on water and air pollution as well as how development affects the environment.
Perenich and her five-member issue team -- which includes Ed Vaughan, Green Party candidate in last year's race for the District 5 commission seat -- plan to include the perspectives of local developers and business owners as part of their research.
"We're going to get as broad-based as we can,'' Perenich said. "It's my view to involve as many people as we can and present a very fair picture of the issue. We hope that some of them (developers and business owners) will want to help us.''
Barbara Sims, known for her community activism in the Brooklyn neighborhood in west Athens-Clarke, will be working with Mike McCord, a retired Athens Tech administrator, on the topic of affordable housing.
McCord, who said he and Sims have not formed their issue team yet, admitted that the prospect of including all the necessary perspectives in the group's research is daunting.
"When trying to include all the stakeholders (in affordable housing), you pretty much have to include every resident in Athens-Clarke County,'' McCord said. "We're trying to determine how to at least get a sample.''
In approaching the subject of land use, Adam Causey, a marketing analyst at Telenet Marketing Solutions in Bogart, said he and the two other members of his issue team have enlisted the help of state Sen. Brian Kemp, R-Athens, who is also a local developer, and District 5 Commissioner David Lynn, a former senior planner for Athens-Clarke County.
Still, some question the need for the Community Snapshot Project.
Commissioner Cardee Kilpatrick said that while she believes the intentions of the group are good, she does not see why the extra research is necessary.
"In Athens-Clarke County we have the best staff of any government in Georgia,'' Kilpatrick said. "I've always found it easy to go to staff for information. I've never felt I needed a group of citizens to gather information.''
Published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Thursday, January 30, 2003.
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I don't know. We could sort out the attic. I love a bit of light attic work. I dream of finally exploring the boxes that have not been unpacked in the four years since we moved into our house; of swapping winter clothes stored in moth-protective covers for exiled beachwear. The eldest three children love the attic, I claim.
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We hit upon the idea of cycling to the Kings Cross fair - an event being held to celebrate the refurbishment of the station. "A two-day family festival celebrating the gritty history of King's Cross", the advert proclaims. We'd seen the Ferris Wheel being set up the week before. It had potential.
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I think I overhear that there is going to be a pick-pocketing workshop. This is modern entertainment - take a bit of the past, sand down the rough edges, ensure it involves some pretty linens and pulled pork - and repackage it as family "fayre".
I would like to sneer at the artifice of it all, but it successfully kills most of the day with a surprisingly light financial outlay. The day is deemed a success. The attic will have to wait until next weekend.
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Discussion in 'Website Design Forum:' started by CSparkes, Sep 16, 2009.
Well as title says, anyone seen any great backgrounds or done any?
Mine's crap, just keep adding different revisions of my logo to it, I hope to make a pretty one someday :z
30 Absolutely Creative & Stylish Twitter Backgrounds a few there, I saw a blog post only yesterday with some amazing backgrounds ... of course I cannot find it now
Edit:ah ha, it was in my twitter feed still http://dzineblog.com/2009/09/36-beautiful-twitter-theme-backgrounds.html
My antiv virus just flagged that second link up and told me to shut the page down :S whats on there...
hmm interesting, mine did on this machine. didn't at work (yesterday). it's from dzineblog Has some awesome Twitter backgrounds on it ><
i've done one on my twitter easy to make
Chris, you may want to look at your background colour! The brown classes with the green hehe!
I just got some sky on mine at tho mo
LOL well yeah its a work in progress really..
Ive got one on mine - but its only a tiled grainy stripe to match the theme of my new brand/website that ive got in progress.
Will hopefully get something more behind it similiar to some of the ones of those links with contact details etc showing.
I'm really digging the new default background from twitter. And the new default avatar(s)
Mines a blank white page, with the twitter blue writing... much prefer it to a bad design,,, Might get a background some time though...
I just worked with some standard branding UKTI South West (sw_ukti) on Twitter
It's time to change it though.
Effective Twitter Backgrounds: Examples and Best Practices Smashing Magazine a ha, relevant post!
If only you could change the colours of the twitter logo for you own personal page.
If the twitter logo hadn't been so friggin' ugly :<
Well this was my outcome in end Craig Sparkes (craigsparkes) on Twitter
Really nice looking in my opinion good job
I agree very nice bg there Craig
Dont know if it'd be worth changing the address & tagline to the top instead though, just so it covers people on different browser sizes etc.
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Description of House In Tossa De MarThis holiday home, with a spectacular panoramic view of the sea is located in Martossa, a privileged residential area of Costa Brava. This house on two floors, offers a feel-good atmosphere. The bright, friendly and captivating living room with American styled kitchen and large window facades on the first floor, leads to the spacious terrace that has a spectacular view of the sea. One of the bedrooms with en suite bathroom, along with the other two, is located on the same level. The fantastic private pool with teak wood and the sun terrace with barbecue area will make your holiday dream come true. The impressive palm trees in the garden, tops off this feeling. The beautiful bathing bays are located only 2 minutes' drive away. You can also reach the bays, a few metres away from the house, by foot. Plan a visit to Barcelona, a city with innumerable tourist attractions. Bars and restaurants (in approximately 97 km).
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Why should I earn an online degree from Virginia International University?
VIU's School of Online Education is dedicated to offering affordable, quality education to people all around the world. Our student-centric, international market-based approach sets us apart from other universities offering online degrees. Our online courses are built around VIU's values and belief in providing a quality student experience in both our local and global communities. In addition, our online course schedules are very flexible so that students can plan their study time in the way that is most convenient for them.
How does the online program work? (online classrooms and exams)
The online courses at VIU are completely internet-based with no face-to-face meetings. Typically, students work independently on their own schedule at times and places that are convenient for them. The courses are instructor-led, but self-discipline is very important for taking online classes. The instructors lead the online course and manage the online discussions. Student progress and performance are assessed in the online classroom. To access your online courses, go to Moodle. Here you will be able to access lectures, PowerPoints, and other types of course materials. You will communicate with your instructor and classmates using online forums, live chats, e-mail, and electronic submissions. The course is designed so that you receive the course assignments, complete them by the due date, and submit them as electronic documents to your instructor for evaluation and feedback. All of the quizzes and exams will be taken online. You should expect to spend as much time in an online class as you would in a face-to-face course. The content and rigor of the online courses offered by VIU Online are equivalent to those of courses in our on-campus program.
Do I have to visit the campus if I enroll in an online program at VIU?
VIU's online programs are set up so that students can complete an entire degree online. You will not be required to travel to campus at any time. However, you have an option to take some classes on campus. If you decide to take some on-campus classes along with the online classes, it is a great opportunity for you to visit our campus, which is located in Fairfax, Virginia, near Washington D.C. If you are an international student, you may gain experiences of living and studying abroad and improving your intercultural communication skills as VIU is a culturally diverse university.
What learning resources will be available to me?
In an online program, students always have access to learning resources and are able to communicate with their instructors and classmates easily. Tools and resources available to online students include the eTextbook, library, VIU's WRMC (Writing, Research, and Media Center), Moodle Support, VIU's IT Help Desk, and the VIU Career Center.
How long will it take me to complete an online degree program?
You may complete an online degree at your own desired speed because there is no specific duration for an online program. Our online classes are 8 weeks long, so you may complete a Master's degree in as little as one year and a bachelor's degree in as little as 2.5 years. To get a sense of the suggested timeframe for your degree completion, be sure to check out the specific page related to your program of interest and degree concentration. For more information about each program, please click VIU Online Programs.
What type of accreditation does VIU's School of Online Education have?
Virginia International University is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS), a national agency recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Please click Accreditation for more information.
Will I get a diploma certificate after I complete an online degree program at VIU? Will my diploma say "Online Degree"?
After you complete an online degree program, you will receive the official and traditional diploma certificate identical to the ones received by any on-campus program recipients. Your diploma will not be differentiated from those for on-campus students. Program content in online courses is identical to the program content in on-ground courses – the only difference is the method of delivery.
What will VIU's online program prepare me to do once I graduate?
At VIU, our mission is to educate students for the job market worldwide. We equip students with the skills necessary to be very competitive in their chosen fields. Our online program will help you grow in your specific area of interest, allowing you to make a difference in your life and lives of those around you.
How do I apply for a program at VIU Online?
The application process at VIU Online is simple. To apply to one of our programs, simply follow these steps to begin your application process:
- Create an online application account by visiting the Application Portal and submit the online application form to the Admissions Office.
- Pay the $50.00 application fee. For more information, please click Payment Methods.
- Upload the required documents as PDF files into the Application Portal for the Admissions Office to review. For the lists of admission requirements, please click Online Admissions Requirements. Please note that you will be able to upload your documents after your payment has been processed.
When are the application deadlines?
For online programs, the application deadline is usually one week prior to the first day of classes of each session. You can find information about the application deadlines for upcoming sessions by clicking Application Deadlines. Note: All application documents and the application fee must be submitted by the deadline.
Do I need to submit an official English language proficiency score?
English is the language of instruction at Virginia International University's School of Online Education. Students should provide proof of English language proficiency. Students must be proficient in English in all communication skills for completing examinations without the use of dictionaries or other exam aids, except those authorized by the instructor for all students taking the exam. For more information about the standardized tests that VIU Online Education accepts as a proof of English language proficiency, please click Evidence of English Language Proficiency.
How can I check the status of my application?
How do I transfer credits from another school?
VIU accepts a maximum of 50% of transfer courses from your previous institution. To determine what credits will transfer, submit a Transfer Credit Evaluation Request Form along with transcripts and course syllabi or course descriptions to our Admissions Office. We will conduct an evaluation to determine how many credits will transfer.
Do you grant academic credit for prior work experience?
Unfortunately, VIU Online does not grant academic credit for work experience at this time.
How much is tuition?
Please visit the Tuition Information Page for more information about current tuition rates for each program that we offer and other related fees.
When will I pay my tuition and fees?
What are the payment methods that VIU Online accepts for tuition and fees?
You can pay the application fee by the following methods:
- Online via credit card: VIU accepts payment by VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. You can simply make a payment by using a valid credit card through the Student Portal.
- Cash: Cash is only received on-campus in the Accounting Office, on campus. Please do not send cash payments through mail. Cash payments which are lost or stolen in the mailing process will not be refunded.
- Check: All checks should be made payable to Virginia International University and should have the student's name written on the front. Pre-endorsed checks are not accepted. Checks must be payable in US dollars with an intermediary bank in the US.
Is financial aid available for online program students?
All credit undergraduate and graduate programs are eligible for federal financial aid except for the graduate certificate in project management. All non-credit programs are not eligible for federal financial aid,this includes ESL.
Does VIU offer payment installment plan for online program students?
Unfortunately, a payment plan option is not available for online students at this time.
I have been accepted to VIU Online, how do I register for classes?
After you are accepted to VIU Online, you will first be contacted by a School of Online Education representative with information about how to register for your classes. You will then be contacted by your academic advisor regarding which courses are available and some suggestions on the courses that are the best fit for you.
What are the technical requirements for my computer?
Please click Technical Requirements for more specific guidelines to help ensure your success as an online learner.
How do I get a VIU email account?
How do I login to my classes?
As a student of VIU Online, you will be taking courses in Moodle (the online classroom platform). When you register for classes, you will receive an email from the IT Department informing you of your log-in credentials for a course. The email will also include a link to log in. You can also access the log in page directly from our website at http://moodle.viu.edu/.
How do I get the course materials? How do I find out what books to buy for my course?
The required textbooks are listed in your course syllabus, which is available in Moodle under the "Introduction" section for each course. You may order the textbooks from any sources available to you. The course materials are also available online through our learning management system as eTextbooks. More information about the course materials for each course will be available in Moodle.
How do I get a copy of the VIU Academic Catalog?
The VIU Academic Catalog is available online in PDF format. Please click Academic Catalog to download a copy.
How do I access the academic calendar?
The VIU Online academic calendar is available on our website. Please click Academic Calendar.
Will I receive a student ID card?
Student photo IDs are not issued to online students. However, students needing proof of enrollment may request for a Status Letter from the Registrar's Office.
Who do I contact if I experience technical problems?
What happens if I need to temporarily leave the program?
Online students may request a temporary leave of absence if the leave will last longer than one session, but not more than one year. The Leave of Absence form must be submitted each semester to your academic advisor. Once you decide to resume your study, you may inform your academic advisor of your decision and continue your studies. You can find the Leave of Absence form here.


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Citizens for Safe Water Around Badger is asking Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin to help find a safe alternative to open burning of as many as 100 explosive-contaminated buildings at Badger Army Ammunition Plant – a proposal that will cause more pollution at the closing military base.
In a letter sent on January 13, CSWAB said that funding should be invested in the research and development of alternative technologies that meet the military's criteria but do not place human health and the environment at risk. The group proposes that Badger be utilized as pilot site. The proposal could create job opportunities for workers displaced by base closure and could also bring needed federal dollars into Wisconsin.
Disposing of unwanted buildings at closing military facilities is a challenge facing communities across the country and is not unique to Badger. Each year hundreds of buildings are burned by the Department of Defense, placing human health and the environment at unnecessary risk and exacerbating environmental damage caused by past military activities.
"Environmental cleanup at Badger is already a highly complex and challenging problem," CSWAB wrote to Baldwin. "The last thing we need is more contamination".
Finding an environmentally-friendly solution is also consistent with the recommendations of the Badger Reuse Committee, an independent advisory group funded with Baldwin's help. Last year, the committee of local and tribal governments, state and federal agencies, and other interested groups approved a plan that stipulates future activities should pose no risk to people or the environment and should not pose the threat of additional contamination of the Badger property. Planned future uses include conservation, agriculture, education, and recreation.
According to the Army, the first burn could occur as early as February or March. In order to give federal legislators time to find funding and other support for the project, we are also asking that the proposed open burning be delayed.


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EBA Elite: Mastering the Keys to a Thriving Business
The Eastside Business Association is pleased to offer this Business Development program for a select group of EBA entrepreneurs and business owners. This group meets the 1st and 3rd Fridays from 8 – 9:30 at Hotel One One Six (previously the Bellevue Coast Hotel).
Each month, the discussions and exercises will focus one of the following aspects in building and maintaining a thriving business:
- Aspiration
- Develop a clear vision and plan for exiting your company seamlessly and profitably – even if you have no intention of exiting now
- Strategy
- Identify your strategic edge – that one thing that makes your company special, unique and valuable
- Controls
- Create strategies to ensure your business model achieves your objectives
- Tactics
- Implement a systematic program that identifies areas to improve
- Leverage
- Identify ways to spend more time as a true-CEO, rather than an employee-CEO
- Engaged Employees
- Learn how to earn the right to lead your team
- Connected Customers
- Implement strategies that influence customers to choose you and bring others along with them
- Aspiration
EBA Elite Member Criteria:
• EBA Member for a minimum of three months
• Business owner or CEO
• Solopreneur interested in building a firm (business with employees)
• Interested in 3X revenue growth, creating a succession plan to hand off the business, or frustrated because the business is too dependent on him or her
• Open to advice, new ideas, stepping out of his or her comfort zone, and generally positive
• Willing to make a commitment to attend the sessions and do the work
EBA Elite is intended to help business owners design and implement business strategies that strengthen their companies to be more profitable and valuable. Participants will think through issues related to monthly theme, and then act outside of the meeting to achieve desired results.
If you have interest and qualify, please contact Executive Director, Mario Morales to apply: (425) 466-2746 or email@example.com.
There is no charge for EBA members to become part of this select group. It is a benefit of EBA membership for those who qualify. Space is limited to 12 members. When the program becomes full, we will have a waiting list you can join.


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Happy New Year friends!
I know I was MIA over the holidays….but hopefully you were too busy with your families to really notice! We hosted Christmas at our house again, with both Dave and my families coming into town for a few days. The week was a blur of wrapping paper, Christmas cookies, giggles and snuggles….couldn't have been more perfect! So here is my little Holiday Recap:We held our annual Christmas Eve Brunch for our friends again this year, down at the Farmhouse {our community center}, and once again, Santa made room in his schedule to squeeze in one last visit.Lincoln was pretty tolerant of Santa, but this was the year that Millie was really intrigued by him. Santa always sits the kids down and tells them the story of Baby Jesus' birth and how Santa plays a role in Christmas too. And sure enough, it didn't take long for Millie to make her way up and stand by Santa's side for the rest of the story!But the highlight of our party this year was that we were able to get a ton of family here in time. In addition to my parents and grandma, we also managed to get about half the cousins on my mom's side of the family in one big picture too! Hard to believe that this is only half of us!Christmas Morning was delightful when the girls realized that they lucked out with two American Girl dolls each! Santa brought them new ones, and Mommy and Loo Loo also gave them the dolls that we had as kids, including their whole wardrobe! So we spent the morning unwrapping, and undressing, and redressing, and combing and playing with the American Girls. And as for Lincoln, he was more interested in the fruit and cracker tray that was put out for breakfast than toys, but he lucked out with a bunch of new balls and a push mower from Santa! The kiddos loved spending time with all of their grandparents, and we loved having a full house again!
My parents took the girls for a couple of days so that Dave and I could renovate the playroom {and make some much-needed room for dolls!}….it turned out beautifully, but I still have a few finishing touches to make on it before I can show it to you…that's on my to-do list for this weekend.
On Tuesday, we swapped out the girls for Lincoln, and my parents whisked him away to FL while the girls, Dave and I made the trip out to the Smokies for New Year's in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. We've visited Gatlinburg several times now, both as a family {before Millie was born!} and with friends {to ride the Polar Express!}…but nothing like this!Thirteen families from our neighborhood all rented one ginormous house and partied all weekend! A total of 57 people in one house! We celebrated New Year's together {at 8pm too for the little ones!}, watched Clemson rock the bowl game together, and spent time snow tubing and shopping together. You can see more highlights from our vacation if you check out {and follow me on} my instagram account. Needless to say, it's back to the real world now…the laundry is mountainous, the Christmas decorations are still up and I am still recovering from the late nights on vacation. So, these have to take priority for the rest of the week while we get back to the grind. And as for the first part of the year? It might be a little slow for me here on the blog as I'm once again really going to concentrate on increasing inventory for Flowertown Festival and Etsy. And since I'm doing some appliqué and embroidery now too, I've got my hands full!
So hang with me this year, as I get back into routine. Be sure to subscribe by email so you'll know when I post, and follow me on Facebook and other social media to see more of my day to day life…it's way easier to update that than write a whole post! As for us, we wish you and your family a blessed 2016!!


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Torres extends Atletico contract until 2009
MADRID, Sept 4 (Reuters) - Spain striker Fernando Torres has agreed on a one-year extension to his contract with Atletico Madrid that will him tie him to the club until 2009, the player said on Monday.
'I had two years left on my contract. After all the uproar this summer I am still here and the club have offered me another year,' Torres told a news conference.
'I am delighted because I feel valued at the club and this is further proof. Everything has been agreed and when I return (from international duty) we will look to make it official.'
The 22-year-old was a reported target for Manchester United and Inter Milan after the World Cup, but he rejected their approaches to stay with Atletico.
Torres came up though the youth ranks at Atletico and has been their leading scorer in each of the last four seasons.
After a disappointing 10th-place finish in the league last year the club have spent around 50 million euros ($64 million) reinforcing their squad and are expected to challenge for a Champions League place this season.


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Mortgage REITs on a Tear As High Yields Fuel Demand
A few years ago, real-estate investment trusts that bought and sold residential-mortgage securities were a dying breed. Today, they are one of the hottest REIT sectors in the industry.
Of nine new REITs that have applied to sell stock in initial public offerings so far this year, seven are REITs that will invest in mortgage-backed securities, according to Dealogic Inc. The value of the offerings totals $2.6 billion, the largest amount devoted to mortgage REITs since 2009, when a flurry of investment companies set up REITs to scoop up battered commercial mortgage-backed securities.
The current batch of mortgage REITs will dabble in the residential market, at least initially, to take advantage of strong investment demand for the high-yielding securities.
The contenders include Pacific Investment Management Co., a unit of Allianz SE and one of the world's largest bond investors, which plans to sell $600 million in shares of Pimco REIT Inc. Other offerings include a $500 million deal by American Capital Mortgage Investment Corp. and a $300 million offering for Putnam Mortgage Opportunities Co.
Many mortgage REITs went out of business during the real-estate crisis because they were virtually locked out of the credit markets, making it hard to refinance debt and make loans to borrowers.
A number of money managers have started funds to invest in mortgages in the past year, but those investments target large institutional investors. The mortgage REITs will target retail investors and consumers who are looking for an alternative to a plain-vanilla bond fund. At the same time, mortgage REITs that principally invest in agency mortgage-backed securities have raised at least $6.6 billion in equity since December, according to a recent report by Barclays Capital.
"There are investors … who want to buy into these kinds of investment vehicles who don't have access" to a large bond fund because the minimum investments are very high, said Ron Sturzenegger, managing director and global head of real-estate, gambling and lodging investment banking for Bank of America Merrill Lynch.
The growing interest in mortgage securities reflects perceptions that prices for current securities—which have been rising in recent months from the distressed levels reached during the financial crisis—will continue to move higher in the years ahead.
At the same time, interest rates set on new mortgages in the future are expected to be higher than current levels, in part because private banks are expected to play a more significant role in the mortgage market while the role of government-supported Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac likely will be reduced. Some economists argue that the presence of Fannie and Freddie in the market keeps mortgage rates artificially low.
"We believe the current level of government involvement in the U.S. residential-mortgage market is not sustainable and that, over time, agency support may be significantly reduced and replaced by private capital," Pimco said in its IPO filing last week. This "presents an attractive opportunity for us to implement our business objective."
To be sure, while mortgage overhaul is likely to curtail Fannie and Freddie's influence at some point, it remains uncertain exactly how long that will take.
"The government has been moving very cautiously as to not interrupt a large market and any … proposal will probably take some time to develop," says Calvin Schnure, vice president of research-industry information at the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts, or Nareit. "There's not any quick solution."
REITs were established in 1960 to give individuals a convenient way to invest in income-producing real estate. The investment vehicles, which typically focus on distinct areas of real estate, such as offices, retail properties or apartments, are required to pay at least 90% of their taxable income out as dividends.
Yield-hungry investors have gobbled up REIT stocks during the past two years because they offer higher dividend yields than other financial stocks and U.S. Treasurys. But dividend yields on residential-mortgage REITs have been especially large, averaging 14.6% as of Monday, compared with 3.5% for all REITs, according to Nareit.
Mortgage REITs have high dividend yields partly because the managers use high leverage, which can boost returns. The REITs use low-rate, short-term debt to finance their bond purchases.
"With … attractive mortgage yields and low financing costs, we are able to achieve a very good return even while paying the costs of substantial hedging to protect against interest-rate increases," says Scott Ulm, co-chief executive of Armour Residential REIT Inc. in an interview.


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Why is exfolation important?
Exfoliation is an important part of a healthy skin care regime. With accumulated dirt and excessive oil, the skin is prone to damage and attack of microorganisms. A smooth skin texture, proper oil balance and suppleness are signs of a skin that breathes with life, vigor and youth. It is important to scrub at least twice a week so as to keep skin unplugged, breathing and clean.
Often scrub are abrasive and in the process of getting rid of dead skin and flakiness,they tend to rip the skin off its natural moisture cover thereby increasing chances of dry patches, wrinkles, pigmentation, blotching and blemishes. Hence it is important that the scrub moistens and nourishes the skin while cleansing it. This makes up for the perfect cleansing, toning and moisturizing needed for a happy and glowing skin.
How does Lemongrass Oil prove to be an effective skin care agent?
This essential oil is known to be a great toner for the skin and a very efficient astringent that helps in cleansing the skin from deep within. Extracted from Cymbopogon citratus, Lemongrass Oil controls the secretion of oil by the sebaceous glands thereby keeping a tab on irregular eruptions and acne. Clogged pores are sign of an unhealthy skin that cannot breathe free and hence is prone to all sorts of infections and attack of microbes. Being a potent antiseptic, Lemongrass Oil is a treat for the skin as it seeps down the skin's layers and unclogs pores. Being fungicidal in nature, this oil kills the microbes than are a threat to the skin.
Lemongrass Oil smells sweet and is a muscle as well as skin relaxant. It helps in revitalizing stressed skin and brings out a beautiful you everyday.
What is Cedar wood oil and how is it good for the skin?
Extracted from the Juniperus virginiana, Cedar wood oil is a powerful astringent and sedative that keeps the skin cleansed and microbe-free. For skin that is prone to acne, Cedar Wood oil is a boon in disguise as it keeps the oil regulation in control. This helps in driving away impurities and infections and keeping the skin healthy and glowing, minus pimples and break-outs.
Treating marks and blemishes with its efficient action, this a-cedrene and b-cedrene rich oil gently exfoliates the skin, treating it and protecting it. Cedar Wood oil is antiseborrhoeic and antiseptic. Any possible infection fails to act up when Cedar wood oil is in action.
What makes Fenugreek an efficient exfoliant?
Trigonella foenum-graecum, commonly called Methi or Fenugreek seeds are medicinal herbs of which India is the largest producer. The presence of Vitamin C makes Fenugreek perfect for skin exfoliation purposes. Without making the skin feel dry, Fenugreek gently cleanse the skin from within. Its anti-inflammatory action prevents pimples, treats burns, sun burns, tans and tames itchiness. The best thing about Fenugreek is its multifunctional nature. Fenugreek can erase scars and marks within no time. Pigmentation, blemishes and marks fade away in no time to yield a beautiful, flawless skin that breathes with health.
How are Marigold Extracts an important part of skin care?
Calendula of the Daisy family are commonly called Marigold. Apart from their decorative purposes, Marigold are highly medicinal flowers which work like magic on skin. Treating extreme skin conditions like eczema, ulcer etc, Marigold Extracts are potent antiseptics that reduce inflammation, heal the skin and at the same time tone it so as to keep other infections at bay. The skin is left smooth and safe from external factors.
Flavonoids in Marigold Extracts make it a very powerful anti-oxidant. These guard the skin against any sort of cell damage. Dry and sensitive skin is also taken care of by Marigold Extracts keeping in mind the moisture lock needed to contain the natural oils. In case of acne-prone skin, Marigold Extracts prove to be highly beneficial as they boost cell metabolism catalyzing the cell regeneration process. This makes the skin healthy and glowing, without any damages by microbial or solar activity.
What is the role of Apricot Extracts in a good skin regime?
Keeping free radicals at a safe distance, Apricots prove to be efficient ingredients for the beautification of the skin. Highly rich in Vitamin A, Apricots relieve the skin from acne, eruptions, guard from the UV rays of the sun and act as a shield for microbes and dust.
Apricot granules gently cleanse the skin from layers deep within, unclog the pores and clear off dead accumulated skin. An even tone skin texture is clearly evident after use of Apricot for a week. Since Apricot is non-abrasive, it does not dry the skin out rather moisturizes it making other ingredients as effective as they can be. The skin's complexion brightens excess oil is stripped off the skin surface making the skin happy and healthy.
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RE: Bruce Lee book on Amazon by Allen Joe.
December 11 2015 at 10:59 PM
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I've got the Four Seas Book now
Hi everyone!
Check out Amazon now.
There's a book on there by Allen Joe.
It's called The Last Of The Four Musketeers.
Available on Kindle at around £3.99
and also paperback at around £5.99.
It shows Bruce on the cover with George Lee,
James Lee and Allen.
It's a red cover and he talks about Bruce
and his experiences in the war, Oakland etc.
Read the intro as it looks a good read.
Similar to the the ones by George and Taky.
I've ordered mine as I've not got this one.
It's a good price.
Best Wishes!
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Sets up and operates single- or multispindle drill press to bore holes in fiberglass boards used in production of printed circuit boards: Studies drill drawing and product specifications to determine hole locations and dimensions, drill speed, and feed rate. Selects and installs bits in spindles, using handtools. Moves controls to set drill speed, feed rate, and depth of cut. Positions board(s) to be drilled over registration pins on machine bed. Views enlarged image of artwork on lighted scope to position and align single-spindle drill and board and depresses pedal or moves lever to operate drill press to bore holes. Positions template on registration pins under stylus of multispindle drill press and guides stylus that automatically depresses bit to activate drill press to bore holes. May operate single-spindle drill press to bore holes in metal template. May measure hole size, using micrometer gauge. May sand finished boards or template, using sander.


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Unanswered: Connection string with Borland C#
I am using C# of borland, personal version none commercial. I have an old application runing under Paradox files 5.x and 7.x. I have isolate a subset of PAradox 5.x files in a teste directory.
1 - Connection string with borland C#
I have a set of paradox 5.x files in a directory, and want to access them via C# connection string that doesnot support DSN.
So I have tried to use www.able-consulting.com connection string without success.
I have try this connection string: Data Source=C:\Program Files\DECIS\STP\DATA; Extended Properties=Paradox 5.x; as I have the MSSQL Server.
It gave me a Invalid Connection.
Do you have a clue?
2 - ODBC driver for Paradox
When I try to create a DSN with Microsoft Paradox Driver, it work fine, but in the BDE, it gives an error (Invariant variant type conversion).
Microsoft Paradox Driver is 4.00.6019.00
BDE is version 5.01 (coming with Windows XP pro)
Are those versions consistants?
Do you have a clue ?
3 - Solution to access files Paradox 7.0
Well I know about Merant driver, but I can't afford this cost (100 per station / resell by 5 driver min.). What can you suggest ?
Thank you in advance,
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I think the simplest and more reliable solution is to use the BDE directly from the borland compiler, buying the Pro version if necessary.
Using anything besides Borland Database Engine to access Pdox tables under a Borland compiler is a pure nonsense, since you're adding layers and using other engines when you've got the DB engine Pdox is written in, the BDE.The only failure is not trying to do it.


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