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Wedding Photographer in South Wales
Wedding Photographer in South Wales or more specifically, Port Talbot Wedding Photographer! This lovely couple first contacted me a year ago, we tried numerous of times to meet up last year, but failed miserably – ha! But as the saying goes, every cloud (here in South Wales!) has a silver lining, a year later, and ongoing training in wedding and portrait photography, this is my favourite photo I have taken at a pre-wedding shoot 🙂
There are many wedding photographer in South Wales, and by my rapid improvement in technique, this just proves that booking your wedding photography in South Wales with Photography First is just worth it, especially with the currently low wedding fees at the moment, making wedding photography affordable to everyone, including the budget conscious bride and grooms out there.
Anyway back to me being a South Wales Wedding Photographer lol… Lisa here hates having her photo taken, but she told me she had a great time, and felt really relaxed, this is due to my relaxed and unobtrusive style of wedding photography. We pulled up at the beach front in Port Talbot, and the waves were crazy! I really never knew the waves were like this in Port Talbot. So whilst having their pre wedding photos taken, we took the opportunity to walk down the front for even more photography 🙂 We timed our meeting perfectly to see the transition from daylight to twilight too!


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The City of Alachua Recreation Department offers a great variety of programs and services for our seniors. Activities include the opportunity to travel, socialize with friends, to increase knowledge, to contribute to the community and much more. The Cleather Hathcock, Sr. Community Center serves as a daily focal point for our senior activities. It is located at 15818 NW 140th Street, City of Alachua. Become a member of the senior program by attending any of our activities. Come join us and volunteers are always welcome.
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SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is a free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and your local Area Agency on Aging, Elder Options. Specially trained volunteers can assist you with your Medicare, Medicaid, and health insurance questions by providing one-on-one counseling and information. SHINE services are free, unbiased, and confidential. The SHINE program supports the Florida Department of Elder Affairs' mission by providing free and unbiased health insurance counseling through a dedicated network of volunteers, empowering Florida seniors to make informed health care choices. For more information, please visit their website at www.floridashine.org.
Your Area Agency on Aging, Elder Options, is your link to aging, disability, LTC Medicaid & Medicare Services in North Central Florida . In addition to SHINE, services include the Helpline for community resources, screening for in-home services, Medicaid Long-Term Care (LTC) eligibility assistance, Healthy Aging workshops for healthy living and fall prevention, Savvy Caregiver Training for dementia caregivers, Take Charge Program to help after hospitalization, and PEARLS to Help with Getting Back to a more active, rewarding life.
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Cold, but I don't know how cold. Not even sure we got below freezing last night. My weather station is still locked up. Not enough sunshine to charge the batteries, I guess. Time for some new ones.
Speaking of batteries, I have been running eneloops in my EDC FLASHLIGHT, the Pelican 1920. I discovered that the eneloops have a much softer case than other disposables. The ends are particularly soft. When I dropped my FLASHLIGHT, the shock caused the tit of one battery to dimple the butt of the other, and they no longer made good contact. Now I'm careful to put the dimpled battery in last so it contacts the spring, and the tit presses firmly against the first battery's flat butt. Anyone else notice this?
I opened 4 rusty cans from my LTS food last night. I needed the cans for a science experiment, and I don't trust the ones with rust. Two were 'pop top' black beans, and two were normal cans of collards. In all cases the cans were still holding vacuum, despite the rusted edges. Looking inside the cans though, in one case you could see discoloration where the rust was almost through the can. They'd all still have been good to eat, but I'm not taking chances when I don't have to.
Also, when cleaning some of the cans, I found a swollen can. It was pineapple and about 5 years old. I threw that away. Two pop top campbells soup cans were soft to the touch, ie. not holding vac. Those went into the trash too. Visible rust on the cans. Due to modern cost cutting, I don't think we can count on cans lasting as long as they used too. Take that into consideration.
My storage area and conditions leave a LOT to be desired. Clearly not the proverbial cool, dry place. Still, I hate to see can failures. At one point I swore off cans because of the rust. But in order to get some variety, and save money, I just accept that I will lose cans. Heck, I've lost pouches and boxes too.
Make your conditions as good as you can. Cover your cans. Rotate and inspect your stock. Store what you eat, eat what you store.
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Keith Warner's production of the third opera in Wagner's epic Ring cycle combines elemental forces with contemporary concerns.
Mime has raised young Siegfried to steal an all-powerful ring, guarded by a dragon. But as Siegfried approaches maturity, he yearns to find the truth about his origins and rebels against his dubious guardian.
Siegfried features some of the most comic elements in the Ring cycle including Siegfried's Forging Song as well as exquisite lyrical passages for orchestra such as Forest Murmurs.
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The Republic of Angola is situated in southern Africa and is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, Namibia, Zambia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The country's footprint spans more than 1 246 700 km2.
Angola boasts a solid relationship with China, which offers diplomatic backing for the state. There is, however, concern that an economic slowdown in China could limit financial flows to Angola.
As Angola is the second-largest oil producer in Africa, after Nigeria, its economy is driven by investment in the oil sector. This dominance of oil production and its supporting activities means the country's industrial sector contributes substantially to its gross domestic product (GDP); estimated at 46.2% in 2015.
The Republic of Botswana adopted its name after gaining independence on 30 September 1966. Since then, it has maintained a stable representative democracy with a consistent record of uninterrupted independent elections.
The country is topographically flat, with up to 70% of its territory being the Kalahari Desert. It is bordered by South Africa to the south and southeast, Namibia to the west and north, and Zimbabwe to the northeast. It also borders Zambia to the north, near Kazungula.
As the third-fastest growing economy in the world, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has the potential to be one of the richest countries on the continent due to its abundant natural resources. Private consumption is estimated to grow at approximately 7.6% each year between 2016 and 2025, making it the largest contribution to the country's overall real GDP growth.
With significant growth prospects within production of its natural resources, as well as within agriculture, retail and financial sectors, foreign investors and businesses looking to expand into the Western Africa region could find viable investment opportunities within the DRC.
Ghana is located along the Gulf of Guinea and Atlantic Ocean in West Africa. Spanning a land mass of 238 535km2, Ghana is a multicultural nation, with a population of approximately 27 million with a variety of ethnic, linguistic and religious groups.
Its diverse geography and ecology ranges from coastal savannahs to tropical jungles, while its economy is also one of the most resilient and diversified in Africa.
Kenya offers investors a thriving economic centre with growing financial, technological and service sectors. Its positive investment climate makes it attractive to international firms looking for potential locations within Africa, to run regional or African branches.
The country's performance is boosted by its strong trade platform and has the sixth-largest total trade volume in the region. The Kenyan government continues to encourage foreign participation in the economy and actively promotes the development of export processing zones (EPZs) around the country.
The landlocked Kingdom of Lesotho, encircled by South Africa, is renowned for its mountainous topography and resilient clothing and textile sectors.
Although the country's footprint is small, and with a population of approximately 2 million people, it represents a good destination for retail and service oriented businesses.
Approximately 40% of Lesotho's population lives below the poverty line, which presents an opportunity for businesses providing low cost products and services to the country. In an effort to boost its population's literacy and employability, the government is focusing on its youth, providing free primary schooling and bursaries for orphaned and abandoned children.
While its copious natural resources can allow it to become a more significant export player, infrastructure development and foreign investment into mining and agriculture remains a challenge for the country.
Malawi is fast-becoming a preferred destination for SMMEs that are looking to improve access to African markets. Despite its landlocked positioning, if your business is looking for a cost-effective port of call that feeds into Africa, Malawi is the destination for you.
Mozambique is situated in Southeast Africa. Its capital and largest city is Maputo.
After nearly five centuries of Portuguese rule, Mozambique gained independence in 1975. Two years into independence, the country descended into civil war lasting from 1977 to 1992 and in 1994, Mozambique held its first multi-party elections and has since remained a relatively stable democracy.
The country boasts rich and abundant natural resources, however, poor infrastructure development hasn't allowed the country to capitalise on these natural resources. Mozambique's economy is based largely on agriculture, but several industries, including food and beverages, chemical manufacturing, aluminium and petroleum production is growing.
Known as 'the gem of Africa', Namibia is a coastal country in southern Africa and the first country in the world to incorporate environmental protection into its constitution. Its neighbouring countries include Botswana, South Africa and Angola.
Namibia is home to the Namib Desert, the oldest desert in the world. Its abundance of natural resources and the growing need for affordable products and services makes it a viable destination for businesses look to capture a receptive new market.
With a vast amount of resources, a large population and a fast-growing consumer class, Nigeria is proving to be Africa's and West Africa's choice destination for growth and investment, particularly in the expanding trade and consumer-related sectors.
As a key investment location, South Africa not only offers its own market opportunities, but also serves as a gateway to the rest of the market on the African continent.
Important drivers for inward investment include the country's status as the most advanced economy in sub-Saharan Africa and its strong tourism potential and mineral wealth; while the country's preferential access to the EU market (through a free-trade agreement) and to the US market (under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) also supports investment.
South Africa boasts a diverse economy, driven by the services industry. It is moving towards becoming a knowledge-based economy with a greater focus on technology, e-commerce, and financial and other services.
Swaziland is a part-monarchy/ part-democratic, landlocked, country in Southern Africa. It is neighboured by Mozambique to the east and South Africa to the north, west and south.
Swaziland is closely tied to South Africa as a source for trade and remittances.
While drought is expected to limit the country's growth in the agricultural sector in 2016; it is expected to pick up in 2017. The Swazi government seeks to raise USD2 billion for its National Agricultural Investment Plan to reinvigorate agriculture. Moreover, tourism is expected to benefit from a weaker exchange rate, an investment loan from the World Bank, and new airport and tourist facilities.
Its small-scale mining sector consists mainly of coal and iron ore, but due to lower commodity prices, because of a slowdown in the Chinese economy, the mining sector is under pressure.
Located in East Africa, the United Republic of Tanzania shares borders with Kenya and Uganda in the north, Rwanda, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo in the west, and Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique in the south.
The country's economic prospects are positive, with strong foreign investor participation, adequate foreign exchange reserves and relatively low political risk. Tanzania has also steadily diversified its economy, expanding the amount of investment opportunities available to businesses and investors.
The Republic of Uganda is a landlocked country in East Africa and is the world's second-most populous landlocked country after Ethiopia.
Toward its southern border, Uganda incorporates a substantial portion of Lake Victoria, shared with Kenya and Tanzania. Its close proximity to the African 'Great Lakes' region and the Nile basin provides it with a warm, equatorial, climate.
The country's official language is English, while Luganda and Swahili is also widely-spoken across the country. Several other languages are also spoken in Uganda, including Runyoro, Runyankole, Rukiga and Lango.
Despite its challenges, Uganda remains a leading exporter of refined mineral products and it's expected to become a leading exporter of crude oil thanks to ongoing, particularly Russian, foreign invest in exploring the country's oil reserves. Its untapped oil reserves are estimated at 3.5 billion barrels.
Zambia's government has established an investment framework to attract international businesses, which includes low tax rates, reduced levels of red tape, and equal rights for foreign and domestic investors.
As such, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is growing significantly, driven by favourable conditions for foreign business ownership, investment incentives and special economic zones developed by the Zambian government.
Zimbabwe shares its borders with Botswana, Mozambique, South Africa and Zambia.
Growth in Zimbabwe is likely to remain below levels envisaged in the government's five-year economic programme:Zimbabwe Agenda for Sustainable Socio-economic Transformation.
The agenda, announced in late 2013, envisages growth ramping up to 9.9% by 2019, however, experts believe that Zimbabwe will continue to find it difficult to attract financing for the programme due to its indigenisation programme and general policy environment.
Performance in the construction and manufacturing sectors could improve if government successfully addresses structural bottlenecks, such as infrastructure deficiencies and an underperforming business climate. If a new government administration adopts a more business-friendly approach to policymaking, solid expansion of Zimbabwe's economy may be expected in 2020.
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South Africa has been ranked number one (globally) for incidences of economic crimes. Is your business effectively equipped to prevent white-collar criminal activity in the workplace?
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South African businesses and organisations have risen to the top of PwC'sGlobal Economic Crime Survey 2018.The survey takes place every two years and this year, 77% of the 282 local business leaders and senior executives interviewed by the business consultancy said they've been affected by economic crime in the past 24 months.
PwC's survey shows that asset embezzlement remains the most prevalent form of economic crime around the world. 49% of South African respondents said they are affected by it compared to 45% of global respondents.
South African respondents said instances of cybercrime decreased in their companies (29% in 2018 versus 32% in 2016), but the country retains its second place in the global rankings.
More than a third of South African company leaders at 34% said they've had to deal with heightened instances of bribery and corruption in their organisation in the past 24 months.
Closely linked to bribery and corruption, procurement fraud reared its head in the PwC report too. 39% of South African business leaders said procurement fraud affected them compared to 22% globally.
South African company leaders also reported an increase in accounting fraud in their organisations from 20% in 2016 to 22% in 2018.
PwC added a new category of economic crime to its survey this year, covering 'fraud committed by the consumer'. It is the second most reported economic crime in South Africa at 42%, and it takes third place globally at 29%.
According to Rick Crouch, a private and corporate crime investigator that's worked in the USA and who is now working in South Africa helping companies reduce white collar crime:
Crouch says that in his experience, fraudsters are usually male, aged between 31 and 40 and that they work for an employer for more than 10 years before making major fraudulent moves. "They usually have some sort of university degree too," he adds.
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Forensic Services Leader for PwC Southern Africa, Trevor Hills, adds that technology is clearly a fundamental tool in the fight against fraud, but it's not the only one.
"Ultimately, when it comes to deterring fraud, the returns from investment on people initiatives are likely to far exceed those from investing in another piece of technology," he says.
A focus on human behaviour is said to be your best opportunity to reduce or prevent fraud, according to PwC.
It's advised that you get to know your employees before you even hire them. How do you do this? You conduct a thorough pre-employment screening on them. Screenings run by reputable service providers can help you detect whether potential hires have prior convictions for financial crimes.
Everyone within your business or organisation needs to be aware of your fraud risk policy, including the types of fraud you're looking out for and the consequences associated with them.
It's recommended that business leaders strategically consider and implement internal controls when it comes to cash or asset management. Segregation of accounting duties, for example, could be an effective way to reduce the risk of accounting fraud from occurring.
You may find it impressive that a particular employee hasn't missed a day of work in for as long as you can remember. You think this person is a loyal, hard-working employee. But, this 'dedication' can be a warning sign that an employee might have something to hide.
Related: 5 Steps to cutting the fraud of a cash-driven society in Africa
Economic crime investigator, Crouch says these sorts of workers are concerned that someone will detect their fraud if they were out of the office for a period of time. "In my experience, too many bookkeepers are caught only when they were forced to take a vacation and a temp comes in to do their job," he says.
PwC and Crouch agree that business leaders should hire fraud detection experts to assess operations on a regular basis.
"Even if you have the slightest suspicion that there is possible fraudulent activity going on in your company or if a recent burglary or asset loss just does not make sense to you as you can't figure out how they got in or what went wrong, call an expert," Crouch says.
While 53% of business leaders, globally, reported having lost less than USD100 000 to economic crime over the last 24 months, only 43% of South African organisations could make that claim.
Almost a fifth (19%) of South African respondents to the PwC survey experienced losses of between USD100 000 and USD1 million to white collar crime. Added to this, one in four respondents indicated having suffered losses of more than USD1 million, while 2% lost in excess of USD100 million – which is double the global average when it comes to white collar crime losses.
There are two kinds of fraud:
1)Fraud committed for personal gain (such as embezzlement, or false reporting intended to boost compensation)
2)Fraud committed for 'corporate motives' (such as the survival of a company, or the protection of its workforce).
1) https://www.pwc.com/gx/en/forensics/global-economic-crime-and-fraud-survey-2018.pdf
2) https://www.pwc.co.za/en/assets/pdf/south-african-crime-survey-2016.pdf
3) http://rickcrouch.co.za/wp/business-fraud-in-south-africa/
4) https://www.ujuh.co.za/economic-crimes-are-on-the-rise-in-south-africa/
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Police: Patron, robber exchange gunfire inside Colerain Township bank
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A patron and a robber exchanged gunfire inside of a Colerain Township bank, police said.
The incident happened just after 11 a.m. Monday at KeyBank in the 3500 block of Springdale Road.
Employees tell police that a man entered the bank and demanded money. Officials said bank workers complied with the suspect, but shots were fired in the process.
According to police, a patron of the bank, who was legally carrying a firearm, fired at the robber. The identity of the customer who pulled a trigger remains a mystery.
"I don't know at this point," Colerain police spokesman James Love said, when about the patron's identity. "I don't know at this point. I'm sure that some of those inside may know."
Here's how a bank worker described what happened during a call to 911:
BANK WORKER: We also have a customer here that had a weapon. So there was a little bit of back-and-forth. Not sure if he got hit or not.
POLICE DISPATCHER: OK. So the customer is also armed?
BANK WORKER: He is. Yes.
DISPATCHER: And he exchanged gunfire?
BANK WORKER: Yes.
Officials said that the robber fired back, but did not strike anyone. It is unclear if the robber was struck by gunfire.
Police said the man fled the bank with an additional man wearing dark clothing.
The entire ordeal is one Nick Galbraith won't forget anytime soon.
"We were all in there working and all kinds of cops came flying by," Galbraith said. "I mean, like, 10, 15 cops."
For a few split seconds, Galbraith was standing next to the suspected robber and the man believed to be the robber's accomplice.
"The guys both came running by me," Galbraith said.
Galbraith works at an auto shop next to the KeyBank off Springdale Road.
"It's kind of scary," Galbraith said. "I mean, what if they would have hopped in my car? The doors are unlocked. So they could have done anything."
According to a police report, nearby Taylor Elementary school was locked down for nearly 45 minutes while police searched for the suspects.
The two men were last seen on Niagara Street heading toward Pippin Road.
Surveillance photos of the alleged robber were released by police Monday afternoon. Anyone who can help identify the men is asked to contact Colerain police at 513-321-2677.


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After intense weather in Parkland Terrace, Louisiana, a broken pipe, or another type of disaster that leads to flooding, creates flood water damage to your own property an ultimate reality. When this happens, the first step you must do is contact our 24 hour emergency storm flood damage restoration Parkland Terrace specialists so we could cleanup, prevent, and resolve any flood water damage ..
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- First, search for any possible electrical risks and beware of glossy surfaces.
- Switch on fans/AC and open windows – do not worry if you do not have much drying equipment, we'll bring in the heavy duty gear.
- Hang any upholstery, rugs (especially colored ones) and cushions at a dry, airy place.
- Collect loose items from table tops, flooring, and walls and store in a clean and airy location.
- Get out the mops to soak up as much water as possible.
- Wipe all wooden furniture.
- Place a watertight barrier such as aluminum foil between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
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Once the team with Parkland Terrace water damage cleanup arrives, you can be certain that we are able to handle even the most complex flood damage repair Parkland Terrace cases. Flood removal Parkland Terrace requires proficient experts who understand how to deal with all possible situations in order to guard your premises. Does a water damage cleanup expert in Parkland Terrace need to understand how to repair the cause of the flood damage, but they also must know where to search for the places mold grows. Our Parkland Terrace flood removal professionals are trained modern flood repair best practices which is shown in our flood damage cleanup services in Parkland Terrace, Louisiana where we are certified by the Institute of Inspection,  Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) and the Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA).
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After a storm in Parkland Terrace Louisiana, a burst pipe, or other catastrophe that leads to flooding, makes water damage an eventual possibility. The first thing you should do is call our emergency flood damage cleanup experts so that we could extract, prevent, and fix any damage. Here are some DIY tips for removing flood damage while waiting on our Parkland Terrace water cleanup professionals to arrive:
- First, search for any potential electrical hazards and beware of slippery surfaces.
- Turn on fans/AC and open windows – do not worry if you do not have much, we'll bring in the heavy duty gear.
- Hang any upholstery, rugs (particularly colored ones) and cushions in a dry, airy location.
- Collect loose items from table tops, flooring, and walls and store in a dry and airy location.
- Get out the mops to eliminate as much water as you can.
- Wipe down any wooden furniture.
Position watertight barrier like aluminum foil between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
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After our Parkland Terrace flood removal experts shows up, we can handle the more challenging flood extraction tasks. Cleaning flood damage requires skilled specialists who understand how to address all probable consequences and repercussions. Not only does an emergency restoration professional need to understand how to fix the cause of the water damage, but they also must know where to look for the areas mold grows. Our water restoration experts in Parkland Terrace, Louisiana are trained in water removal and flood damage cleanup services and are certified by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) and the Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA).
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- We use big industrial fans, dry shop vacs, and pumps to clean all indoor surfaces and carpets.
- We pull all carpeting and padding, but salvage what we can.
- We try to restore all personal belongings (books, art, furniture, etc.).
We clean and dehumidify the affected areas to avoid mold growth.
Throughout each step of the process, we gently handle your possessions with extreme care. We go to great lengths to ensure mold is not a problem after recovery and that your indoor air quality is top notch.
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Removing interior water too quickly, along with the pressure present out, could lead to structural damage to the home. What is more, if water is not decreasing at the technician's expected speed, there's a possible water from external is not entering. Our water damage restoration professionals avoid this issue by determining the amount of water within the region to discover the flow rate necessary to take the water out to stop any structural damage to the house.
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If our experts review is done correctly, we could detect the progress made from the home. In addition to this, more important than the beginning quantity of water in the home is how much it had been eliminated and removed over time.
Tracking the water removal process frequently
Regular inspection during the water reduction procedure by monitoring and assessing the property is accomplished by our water restoration experts to properly ascertain improvement.
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The drying process isn't fully complete until each the substances which were affected by water or secondary damage accomplish our drying goals, a.k.a a sterile normal significance receiving a moisture reading of a substance that has been unaffected.
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If your home requires extensive cleaning or restoration, Professionals can run an organized, efficient move-out to protect your possessions from further damage.
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Highly trained emergency repair technicians will start the water mitigation process almost immediately. Based on the whole quantity of water, we can use powerful submersible pumps in addition to industrial electricity, wet/dry vacuums. This step can help reduce drying time and helps to prevent mold and secondary water damage.
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Flood Experts inspect the carpet and pad and determine if it should be eliminated to protect the subfloor.
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Dirt sensors, hygrometers, and other meters measure the magnitude of moisture modification.
Infrared cameras could be used to locate"hidden" water encouraging ceilings and walls.
Submersible and gas-powered pumps are used for continuous pumping of high-level water.
Truck-mounted and mobile extraction elements perform effective water removal.
Drying and Dehumidification
Drying / Dehumidification
Our Parkland Terrace Restoration Company will manipulate temperature and relative humidity to eliminate the residual moisture. We utilize specialized water drying equipment, such as industrial air movers and dehumidifiers, to eliminate water retained by construction materials and other hard-to-access moisture. We carefully track the progress using moisture meters prior to the substances return to suitable drying goals.
Use Dehumidification Gear
Use Tracking Tools to Track Progress
Monitor Floor and Walls
We assess the moisture levels to monitor the drying process.
Monitor Floors
Monitor Walls
Drying Equipment
Industrial-grade dehumidifiers help stop secondary water damage such as swelling and a great deal of floors, walls, and furniture.
High-speed air movers create warmth across walls, carpets, pads, and furniture, which accelerates the flow of moisture.
Inspection and Water Damage Assessment
Water Damage Repair Parkland Terrace Professionals Identify and Stop the Water Supply
We check for the source of water in your business or home and block it. The water source must be stopped before the drying process can start.
- Stop the Source
- Check for Contaminated Water
- We Identify the Sort of Water
Our Flood Damage Repair Professionals in Parkland Terrace, Louisiana have to establish the classification and kind of water to revive your home firmly to business specifications. The kind of water contamination will affect the specific restoration procedures used to restore your property.
- White / Category 1 Water
- Gray / Category 2 Water
- Black / Category 3 Water
We research the quantity of the water damage and inspect the property
We inspect and evaluate your home to discover the extent of the harm. In addition, we'll try to find security issues and explain them with you. If you know of any security issues, such as asbestos or lead, please discuss them with us.
- Survey Fixing
- Complete Safety Inspection
Parkland Terrace Water Damage Repair & Restoration provides you with:
Emergency Building Services
If your house was damaged by a storm or water, the most immediate concern could consist of temporary protective measures to prevent additional property damage, such as tarping your damaged roof.
- Board-Up
- Roof Tarp
- Temporary Fencing
- Move-Out / Pack-Out
- Temporary Warehouse Space
- Repairs and Minor Building Services
The following structure and repair services may be crucial to restore your home to pre-water damage condition.
- Drywall Removal and Installation
- Hardwood Floor Repair
- Tile Floor Repair
- Painting
- Carpet Repair and Installation
Building Services and Reconstruction
Our Restoration Company in Parkland Terrace, Louisiana can simplify the repair process by managing the initial water damage mitigation and rebuilding the affected regions. Having one competent restoration company for the full repair and recovery process can save time and keep cost low. We offer this continuity by supervising a complete range of repair services that will bring your property back to its initial state.
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Parkland Terrace Flood Damage Restoration Experts | We Clean It Up!
Parkland Terrace is located in a region that's quite susceptible to water damage as a result of the typical heavy rain we encounter during the year. What's more, it's very probable your home or commercial property will sooner or later face water damage unless you have had repairs. Emergency restoration services are critical in commercial property, especially apartments, as consumer dissatisfaction because of inadequate maintenance proves difficult in enhancing living spaces or retention. It is important to understand that flood damage is very common in Parkland Terrace, Louisiana. It only takes one uncontrolled source of water in just about any area of your home or office to cause significant damage. This type of flood damage is placed into one of two categories, gray and black water. Black water comes from outside water while gray water comes from inside your house or commercial building. Additionally, leaky pipes, cracked walls, and ruined wood surfaces are clear signs of flood damage that needs restoration. If you find any stains in your ceilings it is also a sign of a water leak in your residence. Call us today to schedule a free inspection of your property. If you think that your home could be experiencing flood damage you should immediately contact us. If water is left to stand, the humidity will start to grow and it will not be long before mold begins to grow. This can lead to serious health issues and expenses that are considered through the mold removal procedure.
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Quick, Affordable Parkland Terrace Flood Extraction Services You Can Rely on
When a flood or any water event has resulted in damage to your home or business, we know it can be a really stressful time for you and your family. The reduction of personal things, some of which can be irreplaceable, is bad . When you begin the flood damage appraisal city procedure and start adding up the costs of cleanup and recovery, things can get scary. The trained experts at Restoration Brothers Parkland Terrace have years of experience and training to guide you smoothly through each step of the water extraction service process, including managing the paperwork included with your property insurance policy provider.
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Have you ever wondered if you should do a kidney cleanse?
Know Kidney Cleanse benefits or the truth is that most of us don't even consider our kidneys. There are other organs other than the liver which need support too, including your kidneys.
Did you know- Kidneys filter 50 gallons of blood and water daily (what a workload)! Now imagine if your filter is off, toxins stay in your blood and circulate back throughout your body.
Dr. R.K. Aggarwal explains that since kidneys are so important, it's a good idea to be sure they are working well.
After years of damage, your kidneys may need to be cleaned thoroughly.
Luckily, you can do that easily through "Kidney Cleansing".
It's best to do a full analysis of how all your systems are working and taking the cure in the right order.
Most kidney stones treatment is done with medicines alone. Ninety percent of stones pass by themselves within three to six weeks. Kidney stones prevention is the only solution to the removal of the stones from kidney.
Kidney diseases occur when kidneys become damaged and can't perform their function. These diseases include:
- Hydronephrosis – which is a condition that typically occurs when a kidney swells due to urine failing to properly drain from the kidney to the bladder.
- Kidney Cysts
- Bladder Inflammation
- Kidney stones – occur in different sizes and shapes.
Cleansing your kidneys regularly and living a kidney- supporting lifestyle is critical to your overall health. Because let's face it, the body burden of pollutants is real.
When it comes to detox, the kidneys are sometimes overlooked.
But, at SSOHM through herbal (natural) and homeopathy (alternative medicine) components, one of us can benefit from an occasional kidney cleanse and enhance the natural cleaning system, prevent the diseases, restore the balanced weight and purify the blood.
Also, here we provide you with immediate cure of kidney stones pain and help you how with exercise to pass kidney stones you can help even yourself.


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Promotion of Fire Industry
Fire-fighting equipments: Article 2, Attached Table, Enforcement Decree of Fire-Fighting Industry Promotion Act.
Technology: technical standard, testing and inspection method and procedures by equipment.
Human resource: training & education program for the human resources in fire-fighting industry.
Concept of Standardization
Standardization is to set up a reasonable standard for things, concepts, methods or procedures so that most of people can follow the standard.
Standardization can improve and maintain the uniformity of quality and technologies, productivity, save cost, and promote international trade with synergy effect.
Establishment, amendment, abolition, and distribution of the standards of fire-fighting equipments.
Search, research and development of the domestic and international standards of fire-fighting equipments.
Other standardization duties related with fire-fighting equipments.
|Performance of 2010
|Fire-fighting Equipments
|Development & amendment of the certification rules and technical standard
|Published Fire-fighting Equipment Handbook
|Fire-fighting Technology
|Activities related with ISO (International Standard Organization)
|Measures to increase mutual exchanges
|Activities for mutual certification with international test institutes (UL, FM)
|Operation of KOLAS authorized organization
|Operation of AFIS
|R&D activities for fire-fighting industry technology
|Fire-fighting human resources
|Technical (Professional) Firefighting Education
Survey the demand and budged plan of the governmental and public organizations.
Provide the information through the Internet website.
Publicize the demand forecast for fire-fighting industry, hold conferences.
Aug. 1995: signed a Technical Cooperation Agreement with FMRC
Jun. 1998: signed a Follow-up (Factory Audit) Agreement with FMRC
Feb. 1999: signed a Technical Cooperation Agreement with China National Fire-fighting Products Quality Test Center
Jun. 2003: Signed an agreement with UL (USA) for mutual testing agency
Jun. 2004: signed a Technical Cooperation Agreement with Shanghai Fire-fighting Research Institute, China
Oct. 2004: signed a Technical Cooperation Agreement with BRE


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For Appointments or More Info: 800.662.1408
P. Parker - Left Side Back/Flank After 8th Treatment
This brief video explains how safe & pain free Ultrasound Cavitation is for Fat Elimination. It's been used successfully in more than 50 countries for more than a decade, & in France & Italy alone for over 20 years, and now is becoming more common & popular in the U.S. Since introducing it to Ohio, in the past 3 years, thousands of patients have been safely & effectively treated. My wife & I have personally been treated dozens of times with no negative side effects!
This video reiterates that these procedures have been around a long time, & used everywhere from Japan to Europe for decades. They've become highly advanced in the 10 years since the FDA approved it. The machines we use have the most advanced piezoelectric crystal designed by German engineers that powers the transducer, that "melts" the fat. The balance of the machine is made & assembled right in the US. It's the best there is, hands down. You experience best results after about 10 treatments.
This brief video from NBC's The Drs. explains more about cavitation for fat loss, how long treatments typically are, & one patient's experience along with before & after photos.
All equipment, training, & medical consultations are provided primarily by Fortune Management Systems (Formerly Tristar Aesthetic Technologies) to all technicians & staff. Available to us are also consulting doctors & trainers. We employ aestheticians for facial treatments as needed, otherwise all treatments are provided by trained technicians such as myself from the local area. Call today for a consultation!
We are a decentralized collective of healthcare & fitness related professionals. Between our various partners we have over 40 years experience & maintain a focus on the targeted fat loss & aesthetics industry. From conducting audiological exams on patients, to launching new gyms, & teaching general dentists how to place their first implant, we have a varied array of health, cosmetic, medical, & fitness experience. We are international dealers in industry equipment & also own & operate specially calibrated ultrasound units to achieve the aesthetics goals of our patients. I am also a rep for BTL, the world's largest aesthetics company. I am also one of only 3 owners in Ohio that operate these advanced sculpting machines. Thus, I am quite familiar with the aesthetics world. With a few simple steps, you can reach your fat loss & aesthetics goals today!
Our mission? Simple. To make you feel alive! To make you smile & laugh & feel as happy as my daughter & her new friend there in the Bahamas! And sometimes all it takes is just a little spark to set you on fire down a new path to a better body & a whole new confidence. Forget about what the media or your social circle thinks about body image & wellness. What do you think? How do you feel? Most people dislike something about their appearance...and...wait for it...there's nothing wrong with that! As long as we don't let it or other's views control us. So if you want EBS to target an area on your body for fat loss & a more toned & defined look, then so be it, we will make it happen! Contact us today!
Using the most advanced, non-invasive, targeted fat loss technology available, technicians sculpt a patient's body by eliminating fat cells through a process called cavitation. Cavitation occurs when the advanced piezoelectric crystal, designed by the best German engineers in the world, sends ultrasonic waves by means of the transducer into the subdermal layers of skin to create bubbles around the fat cells (adipose tissue) resulting in liquefaction of the stored triglycerides, thus resulting in permanent & painless fat loss! The balance of the machine is made right here in the US & assembled here as well. It is the finest industrial quality, ultrasonic fat loss machine on the planet.
WHEN I WAS IN CALIFORNIA ON BUSINESS, DOCTORS WERE CHARGING $1,500 - $3,000 PER TREATMENT! We offer whole packages of 10-15 treatments in that range!
Using soft/warm low level LED lights, we can shrink pockets of unwanted fat anywhere on the body, even the neck! If this treatment is deemed necessary, depending on body type & other factors, when used first, it makes the ultrasound more effective, especially in those with more fat to lose. As ultrasound is not applied anywhere above the rib cage, Laser Lipo is quite versatile & as effective as ultrasound when applied correctly. Patients can relax by themselves with this treatment as paddles are gently strapped to the treatment area & then simply removed after treatment. There is no transducer for a technician to operate.
INDIVIDUAL TREATMENTS NATION WIDE, VARY WIDELY FROM $200-$400 per treatment
OUR PACKAGE PRICING IS ONLY in the $125 - $150 Range
RF technology is extremely effective in reducing the appearance of fine lines & wrinkles, eliminating or reducing cellulitis & stimulating collagen growth anywhere on the body. It has been successfully used to lift & tighten skin after fat loss procedures performed by plastic surgeons. Plastic surgeons will often recommend RF if it is available after a patient undergoes liposuction or other invasive surgery, as it reduces the effects of scarring & helps heal the affected area. We are very proud to offer this treatment, especially in conjunction with fat loss treatments, as there can sometimes be lose skin that needs lifted after various fat loss procedures. It's used for non-invasive face lifts, butt lifts, breast lifts, & more.
Whether you're a new or established patient, we'd love to hear from you!
Drop us a line, call or text: 800.662.1408
We are located at 615 Kingsbury Street, Maumee, Ohio, 43537. Inside Warnock Village Insurance building. Please call or text upon arrival & we will be with you shortly. Thank you!
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By G.P.Avants
Star Trek Discovery introduced us to Micheal Burnham. She appeared to be an ordinary girl who was born into a relatively normal life…as far as she knew. Her parents were Starfleet scientists who…actually were working undercover with the top secret Section 31. They discovered how to time travel with a stolen Klingon time crystal. Micheal Burnham lost her parents, was adopted by Spock's family, inadvertently started a war, sent to prison, had a second chance to help the Federation, saved her crew from a mirror universe, and then ended up being a key player in a time paradox that could end with the destruction of all life in the galaxy.
Micheal Burnham's journey through time has brought her into the lives of so many people and circumstances. It's wild how one person can set off a chain reaction that actually affects the course of history. Just in Season 2 of Star Trek Discovery Michael:
1. Helped a very by the black and white, by the book, Captain Pike find his faith again while navigating through shades of gray.
2. Fought for her brother Spock when everyone else considered him lost and mentally off the deep end.
3. Turned crew members who were once in complete animosity towards her into her a close-knit family.
4. Encouraged the fearful Saru to find his courage and help bring back an oppressed people's lost dignity.
5. Learned how to love and teach other conflicted people what power lies within sealed off emotions
6. Assisted broken people who felt less human with mechanical augmentation, get a better hold on their humanity.
7. Countering others who discover inhuman evil hiding in plain sight and stop one of Starfleet's greatest threats, the Borg from destroying all life.
8. And finally, was given a task the correct a timeline that only she was designed to do.
Michael soon got a larger view on how to influence the time she was placed into and acknowledged a unseen hand was guiding her all along. She knew that every step she took was no accident and the cynic knew an intelligent design was set into motion. Her dormant faith and hope began to come back to life. That could not be contained and Michael's faith in action changed the people, friends and enemies alike. When she had to face a future alone in order to set things right she had inspired her crew mates to join her even though they too might never come back. Isn't that what a life well lived will do to others around them?
It makes me think of a Biblical story about a young lady named Esther. She was taken from her Jewish roots and through extraordinary circumstances became a queen. Her destiny became something larger when her action or inaction would decide the fate of an entire nation. Esther had to decide whether she would step out of her safe and comfortable life or risk her life for something greater than herself.
None of us ever has the choice of being put into a specific time or place and history. Like Michael Burnham, some would question why they might even exist at all. Life can feel like a random wheel of chance that has no rhyme or reason. Others rise to the challenge and answer a call that was specifically for them alone to answer. If history has an author and we are the characters in it doesn't that prove your importance to the story?
How many of us have heard that still small voice calling us to take a step of faith? What do you think you are meant to do with the time you have been placed into?


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One World to Hope For is the name of a soap opera watched by Dorothy, and for which ALF writes scripts for at least two episodes. ALF is disappointed by the poor props work on the show and for their liberal re-writes of his scripts.
Characters on the show include husband and wife Butch and Monica. ALF writes in a mother character Dorothy based on Kate's mother Dorothy.
ALF continues to write scripts because he gets a profit (by paycheck from mail) for doing so. However, this was never seen again in the series, so it was possible the TV show stopped collecting scripts from ALF or ALF got writer's block and quit.


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Thursday, January 17, 2019
Split is directed by M. Night Shyamalan and stars James McAvoy, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Betty Buckley. The plot of the movie is three girls are kidnapped by a man with a diagnosed 23 distinct personalities. They must try to escape before the apparent emergence of a frightful new 24th. This movie was not scary or suspenseful at all. The only thing I liked about this movie were the three girls that are kidnapped. I wanted them to get out of there situation. James McAvoy's character was ridiculous and not the least bit frightening. In fact, I laughed through most of his performance. I almost stopped watching this halfway through, but I wanted to give the movie a chance to get better which it did not. To call this movie horror or smart or clever, even in the slightest, is a flat-out insult to the viewer. This movie sucks and is a waste of time and money. 1 out of 5 stars for Split. I hope you enjoyed my review.
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Three Tips for Speaking in Public
1) Connect with your audience - make eye contact and smile. Positive emotions are contagious; so are negative ones!
2) Be passionate about your topic. The best speakers are the ones who are most passionate about the topic they are speaking about. Remind yourself why what you are talking about is important to you.
3) Prepared your speech. Plan what you are going to say, but be prepared to go off 'script'. Allow for some spontaneity and improvisation.
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The Gnadenfall is a waterfall between Untertauern and Obertauern in the region Salzburg, Austria.
The Gnadenfall is located directlyy next to road 99 but it is difficult to stop or park the car. When driving to the south, towards Obertauern, you will have a tremendous view on the Gnadenfall with mountains tops in the background.
The river Taurach plunges down over appr. 10 meters in two stages. In May 2006 we had snow showers when driving the Obertauern road. That was to early in the season. Best time to visit the Gnadenfall is early summer at midday when the sun is high at the sky. When taking pictures you will photograph directly to the south into the sun. Maybe early in the morning would be better?
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Take a Step Back Through the Streets of B13 Area
Moor Green in Moseley (not to be confused with Moor Green in Erdington) is a small area rich in archaeological discoveries. Bronze Age burnt mounds and Roman coins are among the finds recorded. Its medieval past is denoted by the former Moor Green Forge as well as a ridge and furrow found in Highbury Park. The Birmingham-Gloucester railway was one of the city's earliest and ran through Highbury Park. Influential buildings of note included Moor Green Hall which was once home to Arthur Chamberlain, brother of Joseph, and was used as a military hospital during World War One.


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As a technology university, NKUST has incorporated the strengths of the three former universities -- strong connections with industries, innovation and entrepreneurship, and ocean technology – into the new university and realized synergies through integrating complementary resources and functions.
I. Strong connection with industries
NKUST has established long-term collaborations with regional industries in the engineering fields for more than 50 years, including precision machinery, civil engineering, chemical and material engineering, mold engineering, electrical engineering, and electronic engineering. In line with the school's historical context, the characteristics of the faculty and students as well as the features of resources, NKUST continues to forge strong connections with industries to cultivate talents with practical skills and maintain excellence in education.
II. Innovation and entrepreneurship
NKUST is the very first entrepreneurial university in Taiwan. Combining academic and administrative resources, the university has created an ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship, fostered innovative and creative culture on campus and developed entrepreneurial features. As a result, NKUST has been designated by the Ministry of Education as the Education Base of Innovation and Maker in Southern Taiwan. The university aims at cultivating students' creativity, practical skills, cross-disciplinary abilities, and employment competitiveness. These focuses are consistent with the initiatives of the commercialization of knowledge in universities promoted by the Ministry of Education.
III. Ocean technology
NKUST puts a strong emphasis on developing the ocean industries and nurturing marine professionals. With the achievements in industry-academic cooperation and R&D in ocean technology, the university serves as an important base for talents of the ocean industries. NKUST is committed to connecting with the development of the Kaohsiung Harbor area, meeting the demand of local industries, complying with government policies, increasing the value of the ocean industries and achieving sustainable development. NKUST is also the only technology university that fosters talents and professionals in the ocean industries.


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The Gratuitous B-Movie Column: I Am Vengeance
The Gratuitous B-Movie Column Issue #494: I Am Vengeance
Hello, everyone, and welcome once again to the internets movie review column that has never had to singlehandedly take down a small town drug running operation using my black ops skills because, well, I don't have any black ops skills, The Gratuitous B-Movie Column, and I am your host Bryan Kristopowitz. In this issue, issue number four hundred and ninety-four, I take a look at the badass low budget British action flick I Am Vengeance, which hit movie screens in North America in late 2018.
I Am Vengeance
I Am Vengeance, also known as just Vengeance, written and directed by Ross Boyask, stars the former Wade Barrett/Bad News Barrett/King Barrett Stu Bennett as John Gold, a badass British Special Forces operator who left the service to become a kind of vigilante-for-hire. After rescuing a kidnapped girl, Gold heads to a little town called Devotion to find out what happened to his old friend/fellow operator Dan Mason (Kevin Leslie). Dan was found dead under mysterious circumstances (someone stabbed him in the back of the neck after beating him severely) along with his Mom and Dad (I don't know who played them). Who the hell would kill Dan and his parents?
As soon as he arrives in Devotion, Gold is confronted by Hatcher (Gary Daniels) and his scary as hell friends. Who the hell is this Gold guy and why is he in town asking questions? Gold isn't intimidated by Hatcher or his people, but the Devotion townsfolk sure are, as no one wants to talk to him, at least openly. One woman does, eventually, talk with Gold, a waitress named Sandra (Anna Shaffer), and she leads Gold to her boyfriend Keith (Sebastian Knapp), a totally messed up guy that knows what the heck is going on in Devotion and who Hatcher is. Hatcher, along with his men, are ex-Special Forces operators who showed up in town to take over the local drug trade (Keith ran the local drug trade before Hatcher and his people took over). Why would Special Forces guys want to be drug dealers? Gold intends to find out.
Now, while all of that is going, Gold strikes up a relationship with Rose (Sapphire Elia), a local café owner and hot babe who just wants to get the hell out of town but can't because her entire life is tied up in the café. Rose also has a younger teen sister named Violet (Barbara Smith) she needs to look after as well. And while all of that is going on, Gold is being watched by the mysterious Frost (Mark Griffin), a sort of government agent that wants to bring Gold back into the official Special Forces fold.
So Gold hangs out in Devotion, living in an old sort of garage out in the woods and planning his next move. He's going to attack Hatcher and his team and take them down while smashing their drug running operation, but when? What sort of reaction will that generate?
If you've seen any action flick with a revenge plot from the last thirty or forty years you know exactly what sort of reaction Gold will generate. Gold is going to right at Hatcher and his people and loads of bad guys are going to die. We've seen it all before. However, with a movie like I Am Vengeance, it isn't so much about whether or not it's original. Instead, it's all about how well the plot is executed and whether or not the performances are awesome/badass enough. I'm happy to say that everything about I Am Vengeance is awesome, from the characters to how deftly the plot is handled. I Am Vengeance is ninety minutes of supreme badassness. There's just no other way to put it.
Writer/director Boyask keeps the action grounded and unspectacular. That isn't to say that what we see and what Boyask stages isn't exciting, but there are no flying people or other fanciness. The gun fights and shit are fairly low key and the fights are down and dirty, nasty and brutal. And it's all consistent throughout. The only thing the movie is missing is a car chase of some sort, which is a shame considering the sweet muscle car Gold has. It would have been great to see Gold drive that big engine bastard around the small streets of Devotion and, you know, run over bad guys with it. That kind of thing is always cool.
The tone of I Am Vengeance is also low key, which works with star Bennett's natural intensity. As soon as you see him you know he's the baddest motherfucker in the world. He doesn't need a flashy entrance to tell you that. Villain Gary Daniels also does the low key intensity thing, which is truly unsettling. The movie does have a few moments of humor, most of it generated by Anna Shaffer and Sebastian Knapp, as they are both hilarious. The funniest moment in the movie is a bit where, while fighting off multiple henchmen, Gold and his opponents stop dead in their tracks/in "mid-punch," to watch Sandra try to fight a guy with ridiculous results. That kind of scene could kill an action movie in general if it isn't handled well. Boyask manages to handle the sequence to where it isn't out of place at all. It's ridiculous, yes, but, in the world he's created, it actually fits.
Stu Bennett rocks hard as John Gold. Again, he has a natural, quiet intensity that makes him brilliantly suited for the Gold character. Bennett just exudes badass. There isn't a false note in his performance from beginning to end and he's a joy to watch. If he decides to stick around the movie business he should have a nice future kicking ass and taking names in the action movie world.
Gary Daniels is such an awesome scumbag as Hatcher it's amazing to think that, in some movies, Daniels actually plays a hero. He's such a piece of shit in this that you can't wait to see him get his ass kicked. Now, what's fascinating with the way the movie ends is that Hatcher actually doesn't die at the hands of Gold. Gold and Hatcher have a hellacious brawl and, at the end, it looks like he might best Gold, but then it doesn't happen. I didn't think the end would play out the way it does. Still, Daniels does a great job here and, if you like your villains on the supremely scummy side, you will absolutely love Daniels here.
Anna Shaffer is, again, hilarious as Sandra. She's kind of goofy but you can't help but like her, even when she's in full "just shot up and is high as fuck" mode. She has great chemistry with both Bennett and fellow goofball Sebastian Knapp and you could easily watch them bounce dialogue off of one another for a full movie if necessary. As for Knapp, I think it would be a hoot to see him in his own movie, trying to live his life in Devotion and ultimately failing at it. And what's the deal with the giant cigarette he's smoking in that one scene?
Sapphire Elia does a great job as Rose, the café owner. As soon as you find out about her life and backstory and whatnot you want her to get the hell out of Devotion. She has terrific chemistry with Bennett, too, but they don't have romantic chemistry, which is something you don't see all that often in this kind of movie. Barbara Smith is great, too, as Violet, Rose's sister. She isn't an annoying young person. That doesn't happen often, either.
Hatcher's henchmen are all excellent. Alan Calton, as Lambert, is terrifying, as is Bryan Larkin as Marshall, as well as Wayne Gordon as Stockwell. And then there's Fleur Keith as Barnes, the only female member of Hatcher's team. Her final scene is nothing short of devious. Oh, and one of these guys has a phone ringtone of a man screaming for mercy. Disturbing? Yes. Funny? Yes to that, too.
And then there's Mark Griffin as the government agent Frost. He isn't in the movie all that much, but his few scenes are incredibly important for setting up the upcoming sequel, Vengeance 2. Will Frost appear in that one, too, alongside Bennett? We'll eventually find out, I'm sure.
I Am Vengeance is awesome. It's exactly the kind of low budget action flick that I love. There's a sequel coming soon, apparently with Vinnie Jones as the bad guy. I hope it's the first of many John Gold adventures to come. The world needs more low budget action franchises, and it definitely needs more action stars like Stu Bennett. I can't recommend I Am Vengeance enough. It's a low budget action movie masterpiece.
See I Am Vengeance. See it, see it, goddamn see it!
So what do we have here?
Dead bodies: At least 30.
Explosions: Several small ones. Grenades mostly.
Nudity?: None.
Doobage: A forest, people running in the woods, a martial arts beat down, a roundhouse kick, multiple vicious head butts, mild tape bondage, a brutal rescue, full bondage, mild racism, of screen knife to the back of the neck, a shower, multiple body scars, booze drinking, a badass muscle car, lock picking, a bunch of keys, morgue hooey, surveillance, bar based misogyny, attempted interrogation, an almost fight, driving and listening to music, wrist torture, drug buying, purse searching, a montage of who the bad guys are, axe hooey, crossbow hooey, a drug induced freak-out, booby-trap hooey, axe to the chest, arrow to the side of the neck, a serious beating via gun butt, local café hooey, art buying, a shootout, a beat down, needle to the neck, a metal baseball bat to the face, of screen explosion, silenced handgun torture, more mild bondage, wrist biting, gut stabbing, glass pitcher to the back of the head, testicle stomping, bullet to the head, a hilarious text message, a sort of Commando "suiting up" montage, grenade hooey, shotgun hooey, double handgun hooey, a gigantic metal pipe to the head, bloody earlobe removal, fingers through the eyes, a vicious neck snap, a brutal reverse choke, brass knuckle hooey, a big ass fucking brawl, attempted strangulation, and the prospect of a sequel that oh so needs to happen (and it is happening).
Kim Richards?: Almost.
Gratuitous: Gary Daniels, a soldier giving his serial number, woman killing, dying for honor and shit, Stu Bennett, Stu Bennett walking around his apartment wearing only a towel for absolutely no reason, a badass muscle car, driving on the wrong side of the road (I'm sorry, I'm an American), Stu Bennett drinking booze to commemorate his dead buddies, a bartender named Bruce, a guy making his own cigarettes, a guy counting British money, "Jog the fuck on," Stu Bennett fucking around with an axe, Stu Bennett ordering breakfast and then being non-committal about what, exactly, he wants for breakfast, Stu Bennett buying art, Stu Bennett's backstory, a phone ringtone of a guy begging for mercy, Stu Bennett smoking a cigarette next to a sign that says "No Smoking," Gary Daniels engaging in internet banking, and the prospect of a sequel that oh so needs to happen (and it is happening).
Best lines: "Well, come on!," "Who else knows? Who have you told?," "Who are you? I'm here to take you home," "Yes, Danny boy! Yes!," "Good effort, old man," "John! We need your help now!," "Would you look at that, a real life ghost," "Uh, I want a vodka," "I'm here to find whomever killed Sgt. Dan Mason," "We're done here," "Keith?," "Hatcher! His name's Hatcher!," "I mean, who's going to mess with the Special fucking Forces?," "Have you got a death wish or something?," "You don't talk much do you?," "Go home, Sandra," "Jesus fucking Christ they are gonna kill you!," "Why is everyone pissing me off today?," "Marshall, think strategically," "Com one! Let's dance! Really?," "So, where do you and the other traitorous wankers hang out?," "Not now. Seriously. Later, then," "Hello, sunshine," "First round's on me, lads," "Come on, what are you waiting for? It's a fucking party!," "You know, Hatcher may be top dog, but I'm the main event," "On with it, then," and "You okay? Every day's perfection."
Rating: 10.0/10.0
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Things to Watch Out For This Week
–American Renegades: J.K. Simmons and Sullivan Stapleton star in this lowish budget action flick that actually received a small theatrical release this past December. The reviews for it haven't been great, but I still think it looks kind of cool and is worth a rental at least. Stapleton has been kicking ass on TV in both Strike Back and Blindspot, so it's cool that he's now getting a chance to do it in a movie setting. From what I've read this movie has played in multiple "international" territories already (it is a European production) so there's a chance that "international" readers have already seen it. So, who has seen American Renegades?
–10 to Midnight Collector's Edition: This brilliant Charles Bronson action/slasher flick has Bronson as a hard ass cop trying to take down a serial killer that kills people while completely naked. To say that it's insane would be a serious understatement. It's also hilarious at times, especially when big Chuck starts waving a goddamn sex toy in front of the killer, played by Gene Davis. This Blu-ray comes to us from the fine folks at Shout! Factory and its Scream Factory division and it has all sorts of special features on it, including multiple interview featurettes and two commentary tracks, including one with the author of Bronson's Loose and Bronson's Loose Again, Paul Talbot. An absolute must have for Bronson nerds. I know I plan on getting it.
–Cobra Collector's Edition: This Collector's Edition Blu-ray also comes to us from the fine folks at Shout! Factory/Scream Factory, which makes sense since this is basically star Stallone's only real horror movie, unless you count that Eye See You/D-Tox movie he did, then Cobra is the first of two horror movies that Stallone has made so far in his career. I love Cobra. It has great action, great villains in The Night Slasher (Brian Thompson) and his cult of psychos, and one of the greatest opening sequences/character intros ever filmed. George P. Cosmatos directed this flick after directing Stallone in Rambo: First Blood Part II, and his commentary track from the old Warner Bros. DVD has been ported over for this Blu-ray. There are also new multiple interview featurettes featuring Thompson, the great Andrew Robinson, the incomparable Art LaFleur, and more. It stinks that this Blu-ray doesn't have the "original" version of Cobra, but, hey, maybe we'll get that one day. Maybe. Still, much like the 10 to Midnight Blu-ray is a must have for Bronson nerds, this Cobra Collector's Edition is a must have for Stallone nerds.
–Sheborg: This is some sort of mega low budget Australian sci-fi horror comedy that looks freaking insane. Apparently it's all about an alien fugitive that crash lands on Earth and starts turning people into cyborgs that then eat puppies (and other animal flesh) in order to survive. See what I mean? Freaking insane. Wild Eye Releasing is putting this out. Definitely want to rent this and check it out.
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–The first John Wick: Chapter 3- Parabellum trailer has been released!: And, holy shit, is it awesome. It looks like Parabellum is going to pick up a few minutes or so after the end of the classic John Wick: Chapter 2 (check out my review of that flick here), with our hero John Wick trying to figure out what the heck he's going to do next since he's been ex-communicated from the Continental. Mark Dacascos, Halle Berry, Anjelica Huston, and Larry Fishburne are all in it, and, man, the action looks amazing. The whole motorcycle/sword scene, the big shootout scene, the whole "John Wick kills a guy with a book" scene. May 17th can't get here fast enough as far as I'm concerned. Who else can't wait for John Wick: Chapter 3- Parabellum?
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Stu Bennett– John Gold
Gary Daniels– Hatcher
Anna Shafer– Sandra
Sapphire Elia– Rose
Barbara Smith– Violet
Alan Calton– Lambert
Wayne Gordon– Stockwell
Bryan Larkin– Marshall
Sebastian Knapp– Keith
Fleur Keith– Barnes
Keith Allen– Dougie
Mark Griffin– Frost
Kevin Leslie– Dan
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Screenplay by Ross Boyask
Distributed by Lionsgate
Rated R for violence, language, and drug use.
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'Just Cause' Tenant Rights Bill Dead in State Legislature
County Council is considering an alternative to offer protections to renters
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A bill in the Maryland General Assembly that would have required landlords to give a reason, or "just cause" for evicting a tenant, has died.
The bill, sponsored by Montgomery Democratic Del. Jheanelle Wilkins, was voted down in the House Environment and Transportation Committee, 17- 2, with four members absent.
The two lawmakers who voted in favor of the bill this week were Delegates Vaughn Stewart and Sara Love, both Montgomery Democrats. Among those voting against the bill were Delegates Jim Gilchrist and committee chairman Kumar Barve, who both represent a district that includes Rockville and Gaithersburg.
Barve said Friday morning that he opposed the legislation because it would have put the burden of proof on landlords to demonstrate that a lease should not be renewed, which would have likely lead to thousands of dollars in court costs.
"If we create a legal climate where the landlord has to prove why to discontinue a lease, people will stop building apartment buildings in Montgomery County," he said.
Barve said the increased legal fees and red tape will make enforcement of wrongdoers, such as smokers, more difficult. He said that landlords have to be able to enforce what amounts to a contract.
"When you enter into a contract, you [as a tenant] are free to leave the contract at the end of the term," he said. "This would have made it very difficult and expensive not to renew the lease."
Wilkins wrote in a news release that she was disappointed in the outcome.
"This legislation has the overwhelming support of the county's leadership and state delegation. This renters' rights bill deserves full passage. It is largely unprecedented for a committee to vote down a local bill with such a combined mandate," she wrote.
Additionally, County Executive Marc Elrich, an advocate of tenants rights, wrote that he was worried about some vulnerable tenants who could be evicted for complaining about the conditions in their complex.
"We need to protect our residents from the abusive or retaliatory acts of some landlords," he wrote.
While the state's bill is dead, the County Council is considering legislation that would allow tenants to break their leases if the landlord fails to correct mold or rodent infestations within 30 days of being ordered to do so by county inspectors.
Barve said he thought that was a "much more reasonable" suggestion than the just cause bill.
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On Monday, August 14, we said goodbye to Ash, our dog. It was heartbreaking.
12 years ago, on Ash Wednesday (thus the name), I took the kids to the Dog Pound to get a dog (what else, right). Although I had promised my wife that we would never have another pet, yet I felt it necessary to get a puppy, because our youngest son was developing a n irrational fear of dogs. So, I thought the remedy might be to get a pup that our children could raise. And it worked!
The moment that I told my kids that we were getting a puppy, they were so excited. It's all they could talk about. So, we got to the pound and there he was. A majestic, black pup showing a great deal of confidence and looking very strong. I looked him in the eye and he looked right back at me. He stood out all the more because his kennel was right next to a sickly looking puppy that couldn't even hold his head without shaking. So, I told the kids, "we'll take the black one."
But they weren't looking at the dogs with a critical eye, like I was. They were looking at the dogs through the eyes of their hearts. And they said, "can we have the other one?" Of course, I objected. I said, "He looks sick. He'll probably die and then what?" But they looked at me with their Betsy Clark faces and said, "But he's so cute." Well, what could I say? When they look at me like that, I'm putty.
So, we went home with a sickly dog. But, I was encouraged, because my youngest held him all the way home.
We named him on the way home. They were all throwing out names. But I suggested Ash. He was white with a bunch of dirty spots. Not like a dalmation. More like someone had spilled an ash tray on a white dog. I said, "Well, you guys like Ash Ketchum (of Pokeman fame) and today is Ash Wednesday, why don't we name him Ash?" And they loved it. So, it stuck.
At first, he just laid around. I was afraid that he wouldn't make it. But after a couple of days, the sickly pup was jumping around acting like any other pup. The only fear I had left was that my kids would love him to death. At the Pound, they told us that Ash was a "German Shepherd mix". But, as he grew up, he looked more and more like a Catahoula.
It was a match made in heaven. My kids slept on him and he slept on them. If he was on the floor, they slept with him on the floor. If they were on the bed, he got into the bed. They slept on top of him. He slept on top of them. I'm surprised the little pup that fit into the palm of my hand when we got him, survived. But he did. And he thrived. Ash grew to be 40 pounds of sleek muscle. He was fast and he was gentle. And he was quiet. He wasn't a barky dog. He would bark occasionally, to be let out. And to be let back in. And when strangers knocked at the door. He played with the kids and slept with the kids and they grew up together.
There were the usual growing pains. "Dad! Ash is biting us!" "Dad! Ash is scratching us!" They ran together, they wrestled. It was awesome!
He never did get the hang of "fetch" though. He'd go get that first one. But then, it was like, "Look, if you insist on throwing that, you'll have to get it yourself. I'll be here when you get back."
And, of course, if he wasn't playing or eating, he was sleeping. He loved to find a sunbeam and curl up under it, as he's doing in the photo.
As for me, he was my eating companion. On my midnight sojourns to the fridge, or whenever we were alone in the house together, he would sit with me as I ate and tossed him some of my food. He always caught it in the air and swallowed it without chewing. We used to go on walks and I loved to let him go when we got to an area where he had room to run. He loved to run. And, oh man! Could he run. When I went to work, he would chase my car to the end of the block. Then the kids, who were trying to keep up, would call him back. When I came home from work, he would run down the stairs to greet me as soon as I walked in the door.
But then came a day, about a year or so ago, when I tossed him some food and he missed it. And then came a day when I took him for a walk and let him go, but he didn't run. Then came a day when he just watched me drive away. And a day when he didn't run down to greet me.
Sometimes we would jokingly say, "Ash is getting lazier and lazier." Sometimes we would realize that he was getting older.
But we never thought this day would come.
The day when he couldn't get up. When he couldn't raise his head. He could barely wag his tail. The day when he would leave us.
Today is Tuesday, August 15th. Whether it was a dream or what, I don't know. But Ash woke me up this morning. It was 5am and I heard him bark the way he would when he wanted someone to let him out . I threw my blanket off,… then I remembered. I smiled and I said, "Good morning, Ash."
Thank you, Lord, for this wonderful blessing you bestowed upon us, in the form of a little sickly dog. Ash enlarged all of our hearts and gave all of us a greater capacity to love. I can never thank you enough for the grace of our lovely little dog, Ash.


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Part 10: A Shocking Turn of Events
Part 10, I can't believe I made it this far into my PoSiRaNu. Yes, I gave that an abbreviation. No, my run did not end yet lol.
Anyways, we left off after completing the Pokemon League. I got to battle a few of the Kanto gym leaders, and I must say, this run experienced a shocking turn of events.
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Dear Editor:
I am truly ashamed of the citizens of Elmore County for allowing one of our hometown businesses to close. RJ's Chicken Fingers closed on April 12. RJ's had great chicken fingers, both fried and grilled, and the best chicken camp stew I have ever eaten.
But aside from the delicious food, its owner Richard Jones, a local citizen, was a strong supporter of Wetumpka and Wetumpka events. The restaurant was decorated with photos of Wetumpka activities and landmarks.
It sponsored a number of local sports teams and participated in functions such as the Taste of Elmore County. The primary employees were local students. You can't get much more "hometown" than that.
Although Richard Jones is too much of a gentleman and a Christian to point any fingers (pun intended), the opening of a chain chicken place practically in the front yard of RJ's was bound to hurt any passing-through, out-of-town business.
It is a real shame, however, that local people chose to support the chain chicken place rather than RJ's after all that RJ's gave back to its community. It is even more of a shame that the chain restaurant was allowed to locate where it did. Was that location on Highway 231 the only possibility for the chain to locate? I seriously doubt it.
Thanks for listening.
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Chacchoben is a Mayan ruins site in Quintana Roo, Mexico. The word Chacchoben means "the place of red corn" in the Mayan language. These colors were inspired by the brilliant red wall paint that is still intact inside the King's tomb.
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This coming Monday, we celebrate Memorial Day. Traditionally a day of picnics, BBQs and relaxing- the true reason to mark the day is to remember and honor those who died in active military service.
CrossFit has a long tradition of honoring service men and women through tough workouts known as Hero WODs. DT. The Seven. The Chief. Whitten. Each of the Hero WODs are done in honor of a member of the military, a police or firefighter, who gave his or her life in the line of duty. To protect us. To defend our liberty.
This Monday, we'll join thousands of fellow CrossFitters around the world when we honor Navy Lt. Michael Murphy by tackling the hero workout known as "Murph."
You may have heard of it… It's done for time while wearing a weight vest and goes a little something like this:
1 mile Run
100 Pull-ups
200 Push-ups
300 Air Squats
1 mile Run
This workout was one of Mike's favorites and he had named it "Body Armor." This workout is done to honor the focused warrior and great American who wanted nothing more in life than to serve this great country and the beautiful people who make it what it is. He died fighting for this Country while serving in Afghanistan on June 28, 2005.
For some of you, this might be the first time you've tried Murph. Don't let it intimidate you! There are lots of ways to scale this workout so you can give it everything you've got, no matter what your current level of fitness.
If the amount of work intimidates you, and you've never done this workout before, try "half Murph." Better yet, grab a buddy and do it partner style, splitting the reps. Or, if you're feeling inspired to do the whole thing, but aren't sure about the volume, try partitioning it into 20 rounds of Cindy (5 pull ups, 10 push ups, 15 air squats). Suddenly it doesn't seem quite as intimidating, does it? Twenty rounds of Cindy, sandwiched in between your 1 mile runs might be just the thing for you.
For those of you who have done "Murph" multiple times, it might be time to set a new goal for yourself! If you usually do half, go for the whole thing. If you usually partition it, try it straight through as written. If you've never worn a vest, wear a vest! Or simply try to get a better time.
The whole point is to challenge yourself. Most of us have never served in the military, and are not typically called upon to give our lives defending and protecting others.
This man died so we could live in freedom so give "Murph" everything you've got.
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