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Filipino cuisine is influenced by many cultures, mainly Malay, Spanish and Chinese cultures. More recently, influences from the United States, Germany and Japan have made their way into Filipino cooking.
Spain's culture is one of the most influential on food in the Philippines, with around 80 percent of the food cooked having its roots in Spain. American influences, not as notable as Spain's, came about with the end of World War II. Canned food was distributed at this time and fruit cocktail became popular, particularly when Filipinos added their own ingredients, namely the jackfruit (langka), coconut (buko), and palm nuts (kaong). These ingredients game it a Filipino "flair."
The type and flavor of food eaten varies from area to area in the Philippines. The staple food in some areas is rice whereas in others it may be cassava. Although at every Filipino meal, rice is available. The Bicol people of the southernmost portion of Luzon and western Mindanao Muslims are the only groups that extensively use hot peppers in their cooking, although hot peppers are available all over the Philippines.
The most popular meat in the Philippines is pork, with beef and poultry following behind. In the areas where Islam has a strong following, beef and are consumed instead of pork, with is a taboo meat. As a delicacy, the Tagalogs and the Pampanquenos eat frogs, although most Filipinos don't consume them.
As with every other aspect of Filipino food, depending on the region, either saltwater of freshwater fish are preferred and are in abundance. Artificially created ponds and rice paddies are where various types of fish are grown on fish farms.
Before outside influences, Filipinos used their hands to eat, but with western influences and the introduction of eating utensils such as knives, forks and spoons, they have adapted their ways. The fork and spoon are the two main utensils of choice, with the spoon used as a knife to tear food into smaller bits.
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After debuting in the U.S. in 2019 with one of the most exciting bull riding events in the sport's history, the PBR (Professional Bull Riders) Global Cup will return to the United States for the next edition of the five-nation tournament, bucking into AT&T Stadium in Arlington with the 2020 WinStar World Casino and Resort PBR Global Cup USA, presented by Monster Energy, Feb. 15-16.
The team tournament debuted in Canada in November 2017, where Team USA won the event, and then visited Australia in June 2018 when Team Brazil emerged the victors, before making its U.S. debut. Akin to the "Olympics of bull riding," the inaugural U.S. edition of the event was of historic proportions, with Team Brazil narrowly edging both contingents representing Team USA to become the first-ever, two-time PBR Global Cup Champions.
Featuring teams from five nations, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico and the United States, at the PBR Global Cup, riders are competing for a record purse ($750,000), the very dirt they compete on encapsulated inside the horns of the Global Cup trophy, and most importantly national pride and the title of "Toughest Nation on Dirt."
Each team is comprised of six riders, in addition to an optional alternate, who are led by a coach and assistant coach. The coaches, yet another unique element of the event, are responsible for leading their team and assigning all riders their bulls each night. At each event, the host nation is afforded a home-field advantage. For the U.S. event, Team USA will split into two squads, Eagles and Wolves, with the Wolves set to be historically comprised of exclusively Native American Riders.
Nightly, all competing riders will attempt one bull each. Following that round, each coach will select two riders to attempt one more bull each in the bonus round. The winning team is the nation with the highest total aggregate score from their Top 10 rides.
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The Director and lead consultant Stella Adagiri holds a Masters and Doctorate degree in Education and Training Management from the School of Education and Childhood Studies, University of Portsmouth. Dr Stella Adagiri works closely with a range of higher education professionals and organisations in both the UK and Nigeria.
Stella has worked as a consultant on internationally-funded educational research projects and has delivered papers and facilitated workshops at University of Portsmouth Graduate School and International conferences some of which include International Professional Development Association (IPDA), UK; Forum for International Education and Training (UKFIET); UK Council for International Students Affairs (UKCISA) and Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN). She also leads and facilitates a forum for International Educators which consists of Education stakeholders in various countries that provides a platform for Inter-collaborative learning and networking. Stella is very passionate about inter collaborative learning through shared good practices.
Stella is an executive member of the Board of Directors of two private schools in Nigeria.


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The cost of the project to build the Southern Bypass around the Cambridgeshire city of Ely has increased by £13m - a third of its original budget.
The county council said construction is progressing well, with several milestones reached.
However, it added that working under tricky conditions such as building on a floodplain and near a national heritage site meant that costs have increased by £13m, which it was working with its contractor (VolkerFitzpatrick) to minimise. The project was originally expected to cost around £36m.
Cllr Ian Bates, chairman of Cambridgeshire County Council's Economy and Environment committee, said: 'Ely Southern Bypass has been a much wanted scheme for more than 20 years and there is no doubt it will ease congestion in Ely.
'We all took the brave decision to procure the contract early to get the scheme off the ground and the cost of the scheme is the reality of building in such a difficult area.
'Although this increase in costs is disappointing, we are clear the costs would have been much the same if we had waited, but we wanted to push ahead and get the road built as soon as possible. If we hadn't taken that decision, the project would have been delayed a further 12-18 months and funding may have been lost.'
The bypass is being built across an area of poor ground conditions, which the council said 'have been even worse and more unpredictable than expected'.
Building across a flood plain and poor fenland soils has resulted in large amounts of additional work and material being needed.
The depth of the foundations for the river viaduct is two thirds the height of the Cathedral – much more than expected. Also, as Ely Cathedral is a national heritage site, a unique, specially designed viaduct needed to be created, 'which has given the team significant challenges'.
The eastern, central and western embankments have been built while the abutments, which is where the bridge starts and ends, and the central pier over the railway are also complete.
The steel beams, weighing up to 350 tonnes each, which form the bridge decks have been lifted into place.
The new route will remove the need for heavy goods vehicles to use a railway level crossing, and avoid an accident-prone low-bridge. The viaduct will include a separate walkway allowing the public to cross the river.
The road is expected to open in October. Once the bypass has opened, the existing underpass at the low bridge will be improved for pedestrians and cyclists.
The project has been funded by Cambridgeshire CC, East Cambridgeshire DC, Network Rail and the Greater Cambridge Greater Peterborough Local Enterprise Partnership grant - £22m Growth Deal, including £16m from the Department for Transport.


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The bright red stalks of early spring rhubarb give this jam its lovely color as well as it's tangy flavor. You can make this delicious jam with no canning required. You will simply make it in a pot on your stovetop. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to one month, or in the freezer for up to six months.
Small containers no larger than a pint are recommended for this recipe, so that when you thaw one it isn't an overwhelming amount of jam to use up. Alternatively, fill quart-size freezer bags with 8 to 16 ounces of the jam.
- 4 cups rhubarb (chopped, about 1 1/2 pounds rhubarb leaf stalks)
- 3/4 to 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
Steps to Make It
Gather the ingredients.
In a medium-sized pot over low heat, place the rhubarb, water, and 3/4 cup of sugar to start. Stir constantly until all of the sugar is dissolved.
Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the rhubarb pieces fall apart. When the compote is about as thick as applesauce, turn off the heat.
Taste, then add additional sugar if you desire more sweetness. Keep in mind, though, that the sour flavor is part of what is special about rhubarb. If you do add additional sugar, return the heat to low and stir constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Fill freezer containers with the rhubarb jam, leaving an inch of headspace. Refrigerate or freeze the jam.
Recipe Variations
- Strawberry-rhubarb is a classic combination. Simply replace half of the rhubarb with hulled, chopped strawberries and reduce the amount of sugar.
- Ginger pairs wonderfully with rhubarb. Add 1 to 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger or 1 tablespoon finely chopped crystallized (candied) ginger to the recipe.
- Turn the jam into rhubarb sorbet by chilling the jam in the refrigerator overnight (8 - 12 hours), or as long as 24 hours. Process in an ice cream machine according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Serving Suggestions
Rhubarb jam is great on toast. You can also use it as a topping for Brie to enjoy with crackers as an appetizer or to accompany a glass of wine. Warm it up and serve it with vanilla ice cream for a sweet-tart delight. Rhubarb jam also goes will with roasted pork.
Rhubarb jam will keep in the freezer for up to 6 months. It is still safe to eat after that but the quality will decline. Freshly made, unfrozen rhubarb jam will keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
Rhubarb Facts
Rhubarb is in the Rheum genus. It is originally from Siberia, so yes, it's cold-hardy. It's fairly easy to grow rhubarb, and although it would prefer full sun it will tolerate partial sun.
The leafstalks are the part we eat. The green parts of the leaves are toxic, which is why you never see rhubarb stalks for sale with the leaves attached.
Most commonly treated like a sour "fruit" and sweetened, rhubarb is also used as a vegetable in savory dishes.
Green rhubarb leafstalks (but not the leaves!) are also edible and their flavor is identical to the red ones.


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On May 30, 2018, Gaza's Hamas leaders agreed to a cease-fire with Israel.
(SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.) - On May 25, 2018, Israel's Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman said he would seek approval to fast-track construction of 2,500 new West Bank settlement homes in 2018. Besides the 2,500, he said he will advance another 1,400 units that are in preliminary stages.
There are already 121 Israeli settlements and approximately 102 Israeli outposts built illegally on Palestinian land occupied militarily by Israel since 1967 (West Bank, East Jerusalem and the Golan Heights).
Lieberman's announcement came two days after the Palestinians urged the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, Netherlands, to open an investigation into Israeli policies in the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and the Gaza Strip, including settlement construction, accusing Israel of systematic crimes, including apartheid in the occupied territories.
These actions come on the heels of the many Palestinians killed and injured during the Gaza border protests over the Trump administration's controversial relocation of the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. The Israelis approved the move, the Palestinians opposed it.
On May 30, 2018, Gaza's Hamas leaders agreed to a cease-fire with Israel.
Lieberman's announcement, the Palestinian appeal to the ICC, and the Gaza border protests are sure to further ratchet up tensions between Israelis and Palestinians and any hope for an Israeli-Palestinian peace agreement.
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How safe are your children online?
This is a question I often ask about the boy, with his increasing use of all the computers in the house and even borrowing mine and Dad's phone. It is getting increasingly difficult to keep him away from all the modern technology that is around today. Its not the same as when I was at school and there was one computer and that was only for geeks!
I have complete trust in the school that they have all the measures in place that are needed to keep the boy both well-informed and safe, but at home I find it can prove a little more tricky. Last year when we decided to buy the boy a tablet as his main Christmas present, one of the main decisions was that of how to keep him safe. For this reason I looked at lots of the specific children's tablets with their parental controls. This would be great if the tablets were up to the standard of an adult tablet. It was quickly apparent that for the apps and for his usage a normal tablet would be more flexible, therefore I would have to look at other blocking measures. It turned out that for the time being this is easier than I had thought as I have simply linked his tablet to my e-mail account. I have also blocked Facebook and e-mails, while still allowing the boy access to the internet and free app stores.
There are some great articles on the internet from parents and other safety sources like this one from PC Advisor giving you extra information on how you can help to educate your child to online dangers. I have been lucky so far that the boy is responsible and is happy to ask before he accesses a site. But I don't know how long this self control will be enough to keep him completely safe? One problem we have is his access to YouTube, where he loves to watch Minecraft videos as well as Lego making films. While these are innocent enough he has managed to use a whole month of broadband in one week before!
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Norton Premier will be just what I need to stop any of the excessive YouTube viewing in the future along with being able to see exactly which pages he has visited. Along with the mobile app I think I will be happy in the knowledge that the boy will be as safe as I can hope for in the modern world!
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The novel The Good Soldier Švejk refers to a number of institutions and firms, public as private. These have until 15 September 2013 been categorised as 'Places'. This only partly makes sense as this type of entity can not be always be associated with fixed geographical point, in the way that for instance cities, mountains and rivers can. This new page contains military and civilian institutions (including army units, regiments etc.), hotels, public houses, newspapers and magazines.
The line between this page and "Places" is blurred, but the idea with this section is to include entities that are not necessarily located on a fixed spot on earth. Therefore Prague and Vienna will still be found in the "Places" database, because these have constant co-ordinates. On the other hand institutions may change location: Kriegsministerium and U kalicha are not unequivocal geographical terms so they will from now on appear on this page.
|I. In the rear
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|Palackého třída 20/10, Karlín
Zákopníci was mentioned when the author mentions that Švejk and Katz carried out yet another field mass, this time by the pioneers.
Zákopníci is the Czech term for pioneer troops or engineer troops. The term indicates that their role was to dig trenches but their task went well beyond that, included the building of temporary roads and bridges.
In 1909 Pionierbataillon Nr. 3 was stationed in Prague (Ferdinandová kasárna in Karlín), but by 1914 no such units are found in the Bohemian capital. In the meantime the battalion had been transferred to Pettau (now Ptuj in Slovenia).
The author probably "transferred" Katz's field masses from the front so in this context it's hardly relevant that there were no pioneer troops in Prague in 1914. That said he surely came across them at the front during the summer of 1915 so this sequence is probably inspired by these encounters (if they are fact-based at all).
One such occasion was 20 July 1915 when pioneer company no. 8 from the 10th pioneer battalion were to assist IR91
K.u.k. Infanterieregiment Nr. 91
(Royal and Imperial Infantry Regiment No. 91). One of 102 regular Austro-Hungarian infantry regiments, recruitment district Budweis. This is the regiment where Švejk and also Hašek served. A complete description of the regiment will follow later. and their sister regiments in building a bridge across Bug (see Ritter von Herbert). The attempt was abandoned due to the swollen river and that very night the regiment was ordered to urgently march to Sokal.
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[1.12] Švejk sloužil s polním kurátem ještě jednu polní mši u zákopníků, kam byl omylem pozván ještě jeden polní kurát, bývalý katecheta, neobyčejně nábožný člověk, dívající se na svého kolegu velice udiveně, když ten mu nabízel ze Švejkovy polní láhve, kterou ten vždy nosil na takové náboženské úkony s sebou, doušek koňaku.
Also written:Pioneers en Pioniere de Pionerar no
|U zlatého věnce
|Královská tř. 161/59, Karlín
U zlatého věnce was mentioned when Švejk tells Katz that he dropped by and overheard a story about the man from Nová Paka who landed in trouble by handing back things he had found. This is, according to Švejk, a universally bad idea.
U zlatého věnce refers to a tavern in Královská třída 59 named after the house Zlatý věnec (The Golden Wreath) in Pobřežní třída 30 that was attached to it from the back. In 1907 the owner of both buildings was Marie Holubová.
Newspaper adverts and minor notices from around the turn of the century show that there was a guest house here. The adverts announced meetings of a trade union and theatre performances so it was probably a spacious establishment. At the end of 1894 the Metal worker's trade union was founded here.
The landlord in 1892 and 1896 was Antonín Beran who already in 1884 is listed as owner of the house. In 1907 Marie Holubová is entered as owner of both house 161 and 362 but no hostelry is listed on the premises. In 1910 Josef Tichý is the landlord but in 1912 no pub is found at this address any more.
It is not known when the tavern started operation, but it must have been before 1891. Nor do we know when the establishment closed its doors for good.
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[1.12] Včera jsem mluvil v hospodě ,U zlatého věnce' s jedním člověkem z venkova, je mu už šestapadesát let, a ten šel se optat na okresní hejtmanství do Nové Paky, proč mu rekvisírovali bryčku.
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|Okresní hejtmanství Nová Paka
Okresní hejtmanství Nová Paka is mentioned by Švejk in anecdote he tells Katz. At U zlatého věnce he had spoken to a 56 year old man from the countryside who had gone to their offices to ask why his carriage had been requisitioned for war duty. Here he had been thrown out immediately.
Okresní hejtmanství Nová Paka was the political administration of the Nová Paka district. It is not known exactly where the offices were located but it assumed that it was in the town centre. In 1913 the district's population number was 64,628 and consisted of the boroughs Hořice and Nová Paka. The district was relatively new, created on 1 October 1903 from areas that previously had belonged to okres Judicial district (soudní okres), administrative unit in Austria, reporting to hejtmanství Jičín and okres Pardubice.
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[1.12] Včera jsem mluvil v hospodě ,U zlatého věnce' s jedním člověkem z venkova, je mu už šestapadesát let, a ten šel se optat na okresní hejtmanství do Nové Paky, proč mu rekvisírovali bryčku.
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Uršulinky is mentioned in the anecdote about the holy water of Lourdes that caused a loose stomach. Sjå Vlašim for more details.
Uršulinky is the good soldier's term for Klášter Voršilek, a monastery with adjoining church in at Národní třída in Prague, until 1918 Ferdinandová třída. It belongs to the Ursuline order, a catholic organisation that is mainly preoccupied with the education of girls. It derives its name from St. Ursula. From 1958 the building complex has been under heritage protection.
The monastery was built from 1674 to 1676 and also during the Habsburg reign it provided boarding and education for girls.
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[1.12] Vono by jich tam patřilo víc. U uršulinek mají v klášteře lahvičku s mlékem panny Marie, kterým kojila Ježíška, a v sirotčinci u Benešova, když jim tam přivezli lurdskou vodu, dostali po ní sirotkové takovou běhavku, že to svět neviděl."
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|Sirotčinec u Benešova
Sirotčinec u Benešova is mentioned when Švejk tells he pious field chaplain about the holy water from Lourdes that caused stomach trouble for the children at the nursery home.
Sirotčinec u Benešova surely refers to the home for parentless children in Benešov, "Domov". It was built around the turn of the century, was owned by the town, and seems to have been located below Konopiště castle.
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[1.12] U uršulinek mají v klášteře lahvičku s mlékem Panny Marie, kterým kojila Ježíška, a v sirotčinci u Benešova, když jim tam přivezli lurdskou vodu, dostali po ní sirotkové takovou běhavku, že to svět neviděl."
|U Piaristů
|Praha II.
U Piaristů is mentioned by the pious (and drunk) field chaplain when he asks his colleague Katz if he doesn't believe that the thumb of John the Baptist is found in this church.
U Piaristů is a colloquial term for Kostel svatého Kříže, a monastery with church and a school located at the corner of Na Příkopě og Panská ulice that until 1912 belonged to the Piarist order. They are a Catholic educational order founded in 1617 in is the oldest of its kind. Their main purpose is to provide free education for poor children.
The church which is built in a classical style was constructed between 1816 and 1824. Amongst those who studied here was Vrchlický.
After the introduction of a new school law in 1869 the state took over and one part became a gymnasium (German) and the other a teacher's institute. In 1912 the Piarists finally sold the building. Today the church is run by the catholic institute Society of St. Francis de Sales (Salesians of Don Bosco).
It was on the street corner by this church that Lukáš was to meet a lady, when on a walk with the dog Fox, he unfortunately bumped into Kraus. We already know the end of that story.
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- Das Piaristen-Kolegium
- Máj památce Jarosl. Vrchlického
- Kolej piaristů s kostelem sv. Kříže
- Stručné dějiny kostela
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[1.12] Mžouraje očima, otázal se Katze: "Vy nevěříte v neposkvrněné početí panny Marie, nevěříte, že palec sv. Jana Křtitele, který se chrání u piaristů, je pravý? Věříte vůbec v pána boha? A když nevěříte, proč jste polním kurátem?"
|I. In the rear
12. A religious debate
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Noel Gallagher Selects His Thirteen Favourite Albums
John Doran
, October 17th, 2011 06:10
While there's nothing unexpected about Noel Gallagher's Bakers Dozen selection, John Doran salutes his unique perspective on The Canon
The Who - Best Of The Who
Now, some people give you shit for picking a best of over a studio album but The Who are totally one of those bands. I do not dig any of their albums. The only album that isn't a hits collection that I can sit through from start to finish is Live At Leeds. On their studio albums there is always some half-arsed concept hung on a few good tunes. But, The Ultimate Collection is… fucking hell. If you're of a certain age and you play guitar based music, they're up there with the Beatles to me. You just have to look at the singles, 'My Generation', 'The Kids Are Alright' all the way through to 'Pinball Wizard' and even 'You Better You Bet' is fucking good. The thing about best-ofs is right from the time when I was a teenager right up until the point I actually earned some proper money, all I could afford was best-ofs. I'm not interested in David Bowie's albums, do you know what I mean? Give me ChangesOneBowie and ChangesTwoBowie. When you can only afford to buy one album a fortnight or whatever it's too much of a gamble to buy an actual album. Give me a best of. It's the best… of… that person!
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When people think of measuring usability, most think of a usability lab with a handful of participants, cameras, eyeball trackers and observers. But if you don't have the time or money for such a traditional usability observation-based study, and need an analysis of your software's usability, a heuristic review is a good alternative. This requires a usability expert to examine your software and produce a report detailing the strengths and weaknesses of the UI, combined with recommendations. There is no live observation of users working with the product, but you still get the benefit through the expert of how people use software which will ultimately help you improve your product. Understand the context should drive the criteria for evaluation, i.e. you can't evaluate the usability of accounting software the same way you would evaluate a website as the context of usage is drastically different. However, some general evaluation criteria categories may include:
- Navigation – Users should be able to get to where they need to either backwards or forwards and be assisted if lost when executing the task(s).
- Visual design – Graphics, color and layout should support the information being presented and the task being executed.
- Terminology- Words that users know rather than make them learn new terminology.
- User model- Along with terminology, concepts and the objects used in the UI should match what users expect given what they may be accustomed to. No matter how clever your design is, if it is not what users expect, they may have difficulty learning it.
A heuristic usability analysis will tell you how your software stacks up against the criteria and how you can improve it. You may notice a few italicized words above; users, information being presented, task being executed, expect, and learning. Each of these terms is critical in evaluating usability because usability is driven by expectations and context. More on understanding context and how to account for it in assessing usability to come…


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Oxymetholone or Anadrol is the most potent and potent steroid on earth. The ratio of anabolic to androgenic is hugely high in Anadrol. It is 320:45, Testosterone is 100:100. The high anabolic activity is due to 2-hydroxy methylene in its structure. It remains the longest in the muscle tissues as compared to other steroids. The binding with androgen receptors is reduced, leading to deficient androgenic activity. Anadrol is around since the 1960s and was mainly used as a drug to treat anemia. If you are looking for serious and muscular bulking in a quick time, then Anadrol is the way to go. Undergo the Anadrol 50 cycle and experience the body transform with rippling and explosive muscles.
The muscle bulking due to Anadrol 50 cycles is nothing short of insane. Primary and secondary are two types of Anadrol cycles. The results appear as fast as 2 to 3 weeks. It is mass gaining, and the gain is anywhere between 20 -30 pounds in 3 weeks. It is usually placed at the front end of a bulking cycle. It is also effective mid-cycle, but you need to introduce it at the time when muscle gain has stopped during a bulking cycle. An essential condition to consider in any Anadrol cycle is water retention. Water retention control is important else; it can negate all the gains derived from the Anadrol stack.
Anadrol is powerful, but at the same time, very toxic. Hence you need to tread with caution when taking it. A typical cycle lasts for 3 to 4 weeks. You need to take 50mg daily, and that is more than enough. Taking 100mg is not going to result in better results. You could land up with fatal health issues if 100mg is taken daily. You could pass out or have real difficulty in breathing, which eventually leads to lung collapse. Overdose is extremely toxic to the liver, heart, and kidneys. Chances of multi-organ failure are very high with overdose. Never give it to children as it will lead to stunted growth. Anadrol is a banned substance in many countries and hence check the legal aspects before taking it. Never attempt to procure it through black-market, for all you may know they may be planted by the government agency to catch you. The purity of the product is also not guaranteed.
An excellent alternative to the Anadrol stacks is to take the Anadrole product from Crazy Bulk. It is perfectly legal and a natural choice with proven results. Additional benefits are increased red blood cells, more oxygen supply to the muscles, and decreased fatigue. Always have it on a full stomach. Take the right dosage of Anadrol 50 and build rippling and explosive muscles in a short time.
Witness Massive Muscle Gains Safely With Anadrol Cycles
Anadrol is arguably one of the most potent Dihydrotestosterones (DHT) steroids. It differs from other steroids in the DHT family by modifications that allow it to remain active in muscle tissue. Modifications include the addition of a 2-hydroxy methylene group and a methyl group to the structure of the steroid. The changes prevent the DHT from interacting with the 3-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase, which usually renders other DHT steroids inactive in the muscle tissues. It is also about three times stronger than Testosterone with an anabolic rating of 320. It also has reduced androgenic effects with a score of 45 compared to a Testosterone strength rating of 100.
Anadrol is also C17 Alpha Alkylated, which allows it to pass through the liver without being destructed by the liver. It means that you can take it orally and fully benefit when the right Anadrol 50 cycle is followed. Due to its potent effects, it is necessary to stick to the famous Anadrol 50 cycle to prevent adverse effects. The typical Anadrol 50 cycles usually are for strength training, bulking and mass gains. The Anadrol 50 cycles are not ideal for fat loss and cutting mainly due to the Estrogenic effects of the steroid. The most effective Anadrol 50 cycles usually contain Anadrol as the kick-starting compound during the first 4 to 6 weeks. Supplement other injectable base compounds such as Deca-Durabolin, Testosterone Enanthate, and Trenbolone Enanthate, among others.
It can also be used in the middle or at the end of a cycle depending on the individual needs. When used in the middle of a cycle, it helps to push any sticking issue such as challenges in training progress. When used at the end of a cycle, it acts as the finisher compound that allows the users to finish off their cycle with remarkable size and strength gains as they move into a post cycle therapy (PCT) phase. It was also important to remember that the Anadrol 50 cycles should not extend beyond six weeks to avoid the adverse effects. Other compounds can be continued beyond the Anadrol ending period.
The administration and dosage vary among users based on their needs and experience. However, the recommended dose should be calculated using the guideline of 1 to 2mg per kilogram of body weight per day.
Nevertheless, the dosage for athletic and bodybuilding purposes is usually between 25 to 50mg per day for beginners and between 50 to 100mg per day for intermediate users.
The appropriate Anadrol cycles make Anadrol one of the most effective anabolic oral steroids for bodybuilders. Its popularity is because it acts incredibly fast, allowing users to start witnessing effects within the first week. Some beginners report gains of about 20 to 30 pounds in one Anadrol cycle. It also helps to increase red blood cells and promote protein synthesis.


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How to Initialize variable in Asset
meghana1 Posts: 29 ✭
in Virtualize
Normally when the request comes in , first XML data bank gets executed.
We need to define variable before that so that we can create loop as per request parameters
where and how to define the variable before data bank ?
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You can define variables in the containing Responder Suite.0
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Hi meghana1, you can either define the variables in the containing Responder Suite (double click the suite, then go to "Variables" tab), or do it in the Environment if your responder has any.0


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This 2002 Jeanneau Prestige 32 is a surprisingly spacious boat for her size with two double cabins plus a head with shower and a small galley. The saloon is of a good size with plenty of seating for 6 guests plus a bench style helm seat.
Out in the cockpit there is another bench seat while the flybridge has twin helm seats, a rear facing sun lounger to port and a bench seat at the rear which can convert to a sun bed. On the foredeck is a comfortable sun lounger.
Fitted with twin 200 hp shaft driven TAMD 41 Volvo diesel engines she can reach a top speed of 25 knots and cruise at 20. The shafts are in half tunnels keeping the props close to the hull and reducing the boat's draft.
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The Jeanneau Prestige 32 is a compact flybridge cruiser with comfortable accommodation for 4 guests overnight and up to 8 for a day trip.
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The build-up to The Festival presented by Magners continues with the unveiling of the acceptors for the seven G1 championship novices' races, plus the G2 novices' chase for amateur riders, the National Hunt Chase, following the scratchings' deadline on 19th February.
Impressive Betfair Hurdle victor Al Dancer (Nigel Twiston-Davies), who has a weight-adjusted Timeform rating of 162p, tops 61 going forward for the £125,000 G1 Sky Bet Supreme Novices' Hurdle (2m 87y) on the opening Champion Day, Tuesday 12th March.
Grand Sancy (Paul Nicholls) is next best on 161 following his game victory against more experienced opposition in the G2 Kingwell Hurdle at Wincanton on 16th February.
Britain's champion Jump trainer Nicky Henderson has G2 winners Angels Breath (157P with Timeform), who like Al Dancer runs in the colours of Dai Walters' company, Walters Plant Hire Ltd, and Mister Fisher (157p) among his three remaining entries.
Promising four-year-old Fakir D'Oudairies (Joseph O'Brien IRE, 160p) and Leopardstown G1 scorer Klassical Dream (Willie Mullins IRE, 157p) are among 32 Irish-trained acceptors.
Le Richebourg (Joseph O'Brien IRE, 173p) has captured G1 contests at Leopardstown on his two most recent starts and the six-year-old heads 24 remaining for the £175,000 G1 Racing Post Arkle Novices' Chase over two miles on Champion Day.
The Irish challenge for the Racing Post Arkle Novices' Chase also features the well-touted Cilaos Emery (Willie Mullins IRE, 172p), who was an eye-catching winner on his chasing debut at Gowran Park last month, and Paloma Blue (Henry de Bromhead IRE, 165p).
Lalor (Kayley Woollacott, 169p) put down a marker when winning the G2 Racing Post Arkle Trial Novices' Chase at The November Meeting, as did Glen Forsa (Mick Channon, 169p) with a 19-length victory in the rearranged G2 Kingmaker Novices' Chase at Sandown Park on 15th February.
Ok Corral (Nicky Henderson, 165p) would, if successful, give owner JP McManus his seventh victory in the £125,000 G2 National Hunt Chase (44 acceptors), for amateur riders, which is the longest race of The Festival at nearly four miles.
Willie Mullins and Gordon Elliott have won five of the last eight renewals of the National Hunt Chase between them. Mullins' one entry going forward is Ballyward (168p), successful in G3 company at Naas at the end of January, while Elliott's six contenders are led by Champagne Classic (160p), winner of the 2017 Martin Pipe Conditional Jockeys Handicap Hurdle at The Festival.
Champ (Nicky Henderson, 162p) and Battleoverdoyen (Gordon Elliott IRE, 154p), both unbeaten this season, are among 90 entries going forward for the £125,000 G1 Ballymore Novices' Hurdle over two miles and five furlongs on Ladies Day, Wednesday 13th March.
Exciting mare Honeysuckle (Henry de Bromhead IRE, 158p) also remains, as does Brewin'upastorm (Olly Murphy, 157p), who looked in command when falling at the last in the G2 Ballymore Novices' Hurdle on Festival Trials Day at Cheltenham last month.
Delta Work (Gordon Elliott IRE, 174p) and Santini (Nicky Henderson, 170p) are on course for a mouth-watering clash in the £175,000 G1 RSA Insurance Novices' Chase (31 acceptors) over an extended three miles on Ladies Day. Delta Work is the leading novice chaser in Ireland with top-level victories at Fairyhouse and Leopardstown, while Santini caught the eye when third in the G1 Kauto Star Novices' Chase at Kempton Park on Boxing Day, a race in which Topofthegame (Paul Nicholls, 169p) finished second.
Defi Du Seuil (Philip Hobbs, 170p) and Lostintranslation (Colin Tizzard, 168p), first and second in the G1 Scilly Isles Novices' Chase at Sandown Park earlier this month, headline 36 acceptors for the £150,000 G1 JLT Novices' Chase (2m 3f 166y) on St Patrick's Thursday 14th March.
They have already clashed at Cheltenham this season, in the G2 BetBright Dipper Novices' Chase on New Year's Day, when Lostintranslation rallied gamely to win by three-quarters of a length.
Promising stayers Birchdale (Nicky Henderson, 159p) and Dublin Racing Festival G1 scorer Commander Of Fleet (Gordon Elliott IRE, 153p) head the 79 acceptors for the £125,000 G1 Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle over three miles on Gold Cup Day, Friday 15th March.
Willie Mullins has 14 remaining entries, including G2 Navan Novice Hurdle victor Easy Game (156).
Hot favourites Sir Erec (Joseph O'Brien IRE, 167p) is the headline act among 40 acceptors for the £125,000 G1 JCB Triumph Hurdle over two miles and a furlong on Gold Cup Day.
A strong Irish challenge for the JCB Triumph Hurdle also features Sir Erec's stablemate Fakir D'Oudairies (165p), who impressed when landing the G2 JCB Triumph Hurdle Trial on Festival Trials Day.
The leading British-trained hope is Quel Destin (Paul Nicholls, 158), who has won his last five including Graded contests at Cheltenham, Doncaster and Chepstow.
Nicholls has also confirmed Pic D'Orhy (166), who has not raced since finishing second in a G1 three-year-old hurdle at Auteuil, France, for former trainer Francois Nicolle in November.
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Howick Pre-Primary School has reached the wonderful milestone of 40 years of service to our community. In order to celebrate this fabulous achievement we are inviting our local community to join us for an amazing event.
Howick Pre-Primary School will be hosting Cat Simoni at Cranford Country Lodge for an evening of fantastic entertainment and food.
The event will take place on Thursday 11 October 2018 with pre-drinks being served from 17h30.
The ticket price for the event is R320 pp and will include a fabulous 3 course meal, complementary wine on the tables as well as top class entertainment by Cat Simoni.
This is a wonderful opportunity to bring your staff, friends, co-workers and family along to the event of the year. Table bookings are available and each table will seat 10 people.
Thank you for your continued support and we hope to see you there.
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You must fight with enemy air forces and get as much points as possible. Also you can destroy enemy tanks. With each minute the speed will increase, your task is to survive as long as possible.
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Gua sha has been used for centuries
in Asia, in Asian immigrant communities and by acupuncturists and practitioners
of traditional East Asian medicine worldwide. Sometimes called 'coining,
spooning or scraping', Gua sha is defined as instrument-assisted unidirectional
press-stroking of a lubricated area of the body surface to intentionally create
transitory therapeutic petechiae called 'sha' representing extravasation of
blood in the subcutis. Modern research shows that Gua sha produces an anti
inflammatory and immune protective effect that persists for days following a
single treatment accounting for the immediate relief that patients feel from
pain, stiffness, fever, chill, cough, wheeze, nausea and vomiting etc, and why
Gua sha is effective in acute and chronic internal organ disorders including
liver inflammation in hepatitis.
This DVD is a visual companion to the
text on Gua sha by
Dr. Arya Nielsen. It details the essentials of safe and effective Gua sha
practice and shows the step-by-step application of the technique with patients
from the First TCM Hospital in Kötzting, Germany. Information from the authors
own research is shown including the diagnostic significance of the color of Sha,
and immediate Tongue changes as a direct result of Gua Sha. The technique is
applicable in any hands on therapeutic practice and will be of particular
interest to acupuncturists, massage therapists, physical therapists, physician
and nurses practicing direct patient care. Practitioners are encourage to learn
Gua sha and its clinical applications from a qualified Gua sha instructor.
Dr Arya Nielsen is a practitioner,
teacher, author and researcher and is considered the Western authority on Gua
sha. Sha has an academic research doctorate and a faculty appointment at a New
York teaching hospital, Beth Israel Medical Center where she sees patients and
directs the Acupuncture Fellowship for Inpatient Care through the Department of
Integrative Medicine. Dr. Nielsen teaches internationally on topics related to
East Asian medicine and Integrative medicine. She developed and directs the Gua
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WBKA is a support organisation for Welsh Beekeepers.
We are the Welsh Beekeeping Association to which the nineteen local Associations within Wales are affiliated, the WBKA represent Welsh beekeepers nationally within Wales and the UK and internationally.
The WBKA is run by a Management Team of Trustees and appointed Officers who work on a voluntary basis. Whereas the Member Associations guide the direction of the WBKA through regular meetings, currently three each year.
There are several openings for trustee to join an active and dynamic WBKA team.
Would you like to help in the running of the WBKA by becoming a trustee?
More information on how to become a WBKA Trustees please click here
We have opening/vacancy for a trustee to take on the role within the WBKA.
There are presently several openings for WBKA officers.
We have openings/vacancy for a Publicity Officer, and an Events/Convention Secretary; to join our dynamic team.
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Just as Texas weather began to ease into fall, the Fall Festival, held on Sept. 22, brought out Southwestern students, faculty and families onto the Pecan Manor lawn to enjoy free food, friendly games, and lots of fun and laughter. Prospective students who attended the Preview Conference that day also joined in the festivity, mingling with current students and faculty and getting a taste of campus life at Southwestern.
"We wanted to provide current students and prospective students an opportunity to connect and experience community," says Philip Box, associate director of Student Life, who helped organize the event. "We anticipated an event that would let students step away from classes and have fellowship with other current students and our new prospective students who were visiting."
Over the course of the evening, 750 free Chik-fil-A sandwiches were given out, along with free Steel City Pops for dessert. Student Life also coordinated various yard games for all participants to enjoy and set up bounce houses for the children.
One of the highlights of the Fall Festival was the Dunk-A-Professor tank, which allowed players to dunk the professor sitting on top of the tank into water by hitting a target with softballs. Ten faculty members, including President Paige Patterson, volunteered to be dunked, getting soaked in the process and eliciting laughter and mirth from the student body.
"We were thrilled when we had 10 faculty volunteer [for the game], one of them being Dr. Patterson," Box notes. "One of the great joys I have found while working for the seminary is that every department lives out Romans 12:13, which says, 'contribute to the needs of the saints, and seek to show hospitality.' If it wasn't for the help of other campus departments and the faculty, the Fall Festival could not have been so awesome. We are extremely grateful for their help."
Jun Jeon, a first-year Master of Divinity student, says he enjoyed his time at the festival. "Food was great, and I loved the atmosphere," he says. "I met a lot of good people through this event, and I felt that we were like a family. It was a refreshing moment from the busy semester."
"As students live on campus, they need places where they can step away from the classroom and meet other students," Box says. "These relationships they form at events and in the classroom will be extremely helpful in the future. Our hope in events like the Fall Festival is to help foster those relationships."


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Opportunities in the condo market!
With tougher markets come opportunities. The condo market has slowed down and we have seen many, many price reductions…and not just one or two reductions, but four, five and six price reductions! There are a few that stand out for me right now that I think represent good buying opportunities. And because some of these have been on the market for so long, the chance to buy lower than it's current listing price could be very high. In the higher end of the market, a penthouse that I have discussed multiple times is unit #1301 at The Strand. This is a beautiful waterfront unit that has great river, mountain and city views! The downside of this unit… many agents have tried to sell the large rooftop deck as a selling feature. Truth is you are almost level with the nearby bridge traffic and the noise is pretty loud. With that said, put a water feature and some music on the deck and I believe it becomes usable. The current price on this penthouse is down to $1,995,000 , reduced from last month where it was at $2,350,000. ( if you remember, this penthouse was originally priced over $4,000,000) At $1,995,000 you are at $615 a square foot. This is getting pretty low for any penthouse unit. I recently mentioned a penthouse sale at The Elizabeth…it sold for $551 a foot, an extremely low price for a penthouse of it's caliber. If you are looking for a large unit (3242 sq. ft.) The Strand is one worth looking at.
In the lower price points there are also some good opportunities for buying opportunities. One example is unit #515 at The Elizabeth priced at $750,000 for a 2bed/2 Bath with 1562 sq. ft. A similar unit just went pending at $765,000 and an identical unit ( just four floors higher) went on the market $115,000 higher at $865,000!
In the sub $500,000 market you will see more turnover but you can still find some good values in the lower price points. If you would like to get out and view some condos, give me a call.
Brad Golik is a condominium specialist with LUXE Christie's International Real Estate You can reach him at 503-896-8856 or at firstname.lastname@example.com.
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Opportunities… PART 2
As I finished up my blog post earlier today, a new listing came on the market in South Waterfront for $2,500,000. This 22nd floor unit has 2349 square feet and has had a few new very nice touches added…new kitchen, wine room and general updates. What do I think of the $2,500,000 price tag? Well, it's next door neighbor is on the market for $1,000,000 less at $1,495,000 and it is only 160 square feet smaller. If you want an opportunity, you could buy that one for $1,495,000…or a little less, add a brand new high end kitchen, add a very nice wine room and make some additional updates and you would still be under $2,000,000! What is the only advantage of the 2.5M unit? I would say having the St. Helens and city view are more desirable. So are those views important to you?
Here is an alternative ( shameless plug here) I have a penthouse listing at The John Ross next door. It is in the NE corner…most preferred. It is 2699 square feet, so larger. It is 359 sq. ft. larger (equivalent to a 14×25 room) It is on the 27th floor so 5 stories higher. This is important because if something were built on the nearby OHSU property, your chance of loosing views of the Tillicum Crossing Bridge are less if you are 5 stories higher. Not only does it have an amazing Mt. St. Helens view, it also has an awesome Mt. Hood View! To add even more value to John Ross #2703… it has been in litigation for some time now (cash only buyers) and litigation has ended. What have we seen time and time again when this happens? Prices jump up in these buildings when litigation is resolved.
So you could also do an amazing kitchen in this unit ( there is a huge open area to make a much larger kitchen than the other two units) And do all of this and still be well under $2,000,000. The other option, you buy it and move in because you don't need to do much because it is very nice and move in ready!
If you would like to tour Atwater Place 2206 and 2200 as well as John Ross #2703, give me a call today! 503-896-8856
New Listing… $1,375,000 Penthouse views…without penthouse pricing!
Check out this beautiful waterfront condo!
Brad Golik is a condo specialist with Total Property Resources and LuxuryCondosofPortland.com . You can reach Brad to arrange showings at 503-896-8856 or email at email@example.com
Deals in the market?
The market has noticeably slowed down, especially in the condo market. Are there deals to be had moving forward? Yes!
Everyone always wants the best value when they are buying a home and in this market, here is the best way to purchase a home/condo at a discount to the market. Now keep in mind this is only my opinion, but moving forward, I believe you will see some clarity in what I am saying.
When something is priced right, you will most likely not get a "deal" on that home as it will most likely sell in a reasonable timeframe. Where will you get a deal? You will find your best deals in homes or condos that were originally overpriced. In the condo market this usually happens for one of two reasons. First, there are some agents who "Buy" listings. In other words, they tell the seller a higher price than the true value in order to get a listing over a competing agent. You have heard me say it before and I will say it again… this is a bad way of doing business that certain agents use and in the end, it hurts sellers. After sitting on the market with no offers and no showings, the listing agent tells the seller they need to drop the price. ( Usually down to where it should have been priced!) Usually, and unfortunately, the seller will keep that agent even though he or she told them they would sell it at the higher price.
The second reason they are overpriced is the agent is not experienced in an area or type of sale. I see it often in the condo markets where an agent just does not understand condo pricing.
Now, back to finding deals in the market! What happens often in this type of market is an overpriced home will sit on the market and go through several price reductions, often blowing right through the floor of where it should have been priced originally. A couple examples of this in the upper end of the condo market:
A unit that I like very much is a penthouse in the Pearl District that is listed at The Elizabeth at $2,950,000. A different agent had this listed previously at $3,650,000, a number I thought was way high! ( and I know this because I sold another penthouse in the building a year earlier for $2,350,000.) My original thought was what could I sell my previous listing for if I put it back on the market. I was thinking $2,700,000 to $2,900,000. Mine was slightly bigger and all on one level, a positive in my book! This is about where I thought the other unit should have come on the market. I believe that if it would have come on the market at the correct pricing, it would probably have sold by now. Now, after months on the market, and multiple price reductions, it will start to get some lower offers… again, this is where you can get some deals in this market! If I am representing a buyer on this property, I truly believe they will now be able to get the property for well under what should have been the true value at around $2,900,000. The best part is you can find these deals in all price ranges, not just the upper end of the market. A buyer with some patience, and that keeps his or her eye on overpriced units will be rewarded in the end. Overpriced units will go through several price reductions and sell for less than they should have!
Oh, I said a couple examples above didn't I? If you are a penthouse buyer l looking for a deal… here is one I have talked about before, several times actually.
If you read my last blog post, you may recall me talking about a penthouse at The Strand that had reduced it's price to $2,995,000. In my post, I mentioned they would probably start seeing the sharks circling and offer $2.6. Well since that posting, the listing has been reduced once again, this time down to $2,699,900. Now don't get me wrong, this is a nice penthouse unit with some really nice views but it is at a point where someone is going to get a good deal on this beautiful penthouse! Had this penthouse been priced even close to reality when it was originally listed, it would have sold at a much higher price ( remember, the market was much stronger a year and a half ago)
No matter what your price point is, remember, there are condos out there that are overpriced! Keep an eye on these units and when the time is right…go in and make a low offer and you just might get a great deal!
For those of you who already own a condo and are thinking about selling…please use this as an education to the negative effects of overpricing!
Brad Golik is a condo specialist with Total Property Resources and LuxuryCondosofPortland.com you can reach him at 503-896-8856 or at firstname.lastname@example.com
A healthy slowdown!
The market is slowing down…and not just a little! This is not a bad thing. In fact, I think it is very healthy for the market and helps us avoid a big tumble in the market.
Here are a few interesting numbers that support what was just said….
Inventory: Inventory in the area I focus on, from Pacifica Tower just north of the Freemont Bridge to South of South Waterfront, inventory levels are up 21% since June 1st! That is a pretty big jump in such a short period.
Price reductions: Since July 1st, in the Pearl District, 40% of the listed condos reduced their price.
Days on Market: This one is a bit tricky. Days on market has gone up but one must look at this stat carefully. There is a recent trend that is happening more and more. In a practice that I do not believe in, agents will cancel a listing and then re-list it. It is an attempt to make a listing look "fresh" and show less days on the market to buyers. This is why we must look at Cumulative Days on Market. Now if an agent has it on the market for a month and then cancels and re-list it, the number will reflect those 30 days prior.
What this means in the marketplace? For buyer's, there is not such an urgency to make a quick offer. Buyer's are able to look around for the perfect place and have a much better foot to stand on at the negotiating table. For sellers, trying for a premium price may hurt you as your condo may stay on the market longer than it should and in the end it may sell for a lower amount than it would have if priced correctly.
An example of this is one I believe I have discussed on my blog. A little over 4 months ago I went to a Broker's open house on a beautiful penthouse unit. At that time, the agent listed it for $3,550,000. The agent, knowing that I specialize with condos, asked for my opinion on price. I clearly remember my answer: " I think it needs to be at $2,999,000 and I think it will sell a little below that." Well today, after 2 price reductions, it is now priced at $2,995,000. But now, after 4.5 months on the market, you will probably get the sharks swimming around it ready to offer $2,600,000. (It has actually been on the market much longer with another agent that was priced even higher!) … again, this is where you need to look at cumulative days on the market!
Moving forward in this new market, correct pricing will be very important in the sale of your condo or loft!
Brad Golik is a condo specialist in Portland, Or. You can find him at his website http://www.LuxuryCondosofPortland.com firstname.lastname@example.com 503-896-8856


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Unisex cowl scarf, men's accessories, hooded cowl mens in dark navy blue wool
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Highly versatile no fuss cowl scarf. This minimalist and well thought out design brings comfort, adjustability, warmth and style together.
‣ Great wind breaker
‣ Lined with a very comfortable cotton
‣ Suitable for both men and women
‣ Fully customisable
‣ The elastic cord can be used to keep the weather firmly out
We take great pride in hand making all of our products in our studio with attention to detail and quality.
Outer shell:
‣Wool blend: High quality and nice and thick stylish wool tweed with a dark grey cotton top. Will keep its shape perfectly without adjustment.
‣ Elastic cord with stopper that allows it to be adjusted to weather and taste.
Inner shell: Thick and warm dark grey cotton (92% COTT 8%PL)
‣ H: 48cm (18 inches) W: 40cm (16 inches)
Ways to wear your scarf or cowl:
‣ Loose around the neck for warmer weather
‣ Over the head in harsher weather conditions
‣ Up around the mouth and nose (great for avoiding chapped, dry skin on your face)
‣ Tightened with the adjustable toggle to keep more firmly in place
‣ Folded over to reveal the lining
‣Can I change the colour of the elastic or leather?
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We can make any combination from the materials in the shop (subject to availability). It also might be possible for us to order it so just send us a quick message and we'll see what we can do.
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For our wool products we recommend to hand wash cold. But if there is some kind of disaster then it is possible to wash most of our items on a wool cycle with wool detergent.
The cotton and polyester blend materials can be washed as normal.
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If you have any questions or custom requests then please don't hesitate to get in touch. I am always very happy to answer any questions that you might have. Ryan :)
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But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
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"O LORD, who may abide in Your tent? Who may dwell on Your holy hill? He who walks with integrity, and works righteousness, and speaks truth in his heart." (Ps 15:1-2)
The pursuit of truth begins with our own hearts. If I will not speak the truth to myself then I will never model that behavior for others. This is why Christianity expects us to examine ourselves on a regular basis – it is a requirement for partaking of the Lord's Supper in a worthy manner (see 1 Cor 11:26-29).
We must be honest with our own faults and confess them (see 1 Jn 1:8-9). We must also be prepared to examine our preconceived worldviews and test them in light of what the Scriptures say (1 Jn 4:1). Just because the majority believes something or traditional a way of life has been considered acceptable does not make it so.
We must speak truth in our hearts if we are to abide with the Lord. We must learn to love truth even when it destroys our own personal strongholds and comfort zones. The only way to move from a lukewarm faith into a life of great faith is to first admit your faith is lukewarm and mourn its mediocrity (see Rev 3:15-18).
Buy truth, and do not sell it; buy wisdom, instruction, and understanding. (Pr 23:23)
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It'll take minutes to make one of these little menacing critters. Just dip a cupcake in a bowl of dark sanding sugar, stick on gummy red eyes, and—here's the brilliant part—slice up some Peppermint Patties for wings. Try using a sharp paring knife to cut notches in the chocolate and mint candies. To make sure the wings stay secured, cut little notches in the cupcake and stick in the ends of the halved candy. We think these shady cakes would look pretty displayed on a festive bright orange tablecloth. Bonus points if you festoon some fake cobwebs around them too.
How to Make It
Place the sugar in a small bowl. Dip the cupcake in the sugar to coat. Top with the Jujubes pieces to make the eyes.
Cut notches into the cut-edge of the Peppermint Patties to mimic bat wings.
With a sharp knife, make a 1-inch slit on the outside of each eye, inserting the knife towards the center of the cupcake at a 45 degree angle. Insert the corner of a York Peppermint Pattie piece in each slit to make the wings, pressing gently to secure.


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The Debate Over Concrete Stair Treads
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The Downside Risk of Concrete Stair Treads
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I think I did pretty good this weekend, especially given the fact I had 2 dinner outings. Friday I ate the GIANT steak but I still lost weight on Saturday. I went a little crazy late Saturday night but still pulled out a loss on Sunday. I think some of the sodium caught up with me this morning because I didn't budge an inch on the scale.
Saturday's Menu
Breakfast – Turkey Burger with cheese
Lunch – Avocado salad
Dinner – Grilled chicken, creamed spinach and smothered green beans
Snack – Turkey burgers!!!!!
Calories – 3,000
I did a great job ordering the chicken and veggies considering the menu at Copeland's is full of high calorie, giant-sized portions of unhealthy food. In fact, that has to be the first time I have EVER ordered spinach and green beans. I don't mean at Copeland's. I mean at ANY restaurant. The second my plate hit the table I tossed my buttered biscuit on my friends plate and told him to lick it so I wouldn't take it back. 😛
So I did a great job at dinner but then blew it around midnight when I raided my stash of turkey burgers and cheese. I was famished for some reason and it took about 1000 turkey burgers to quench my hunger. Okay, maybe not 1,000.
Weight Statistics (Sunday)
Even with the late night turkey burger rampage, I somehow managed to drop some weight. I guess I still had some water weight that needed to drain off as I kicked into full Atkins modes.
Sunday's Menu
Breakfast – Turkey burger with cheese
Lunch – Avocado salad
Dinner – Chicken with salad
Snacks – Turkey burger with cheese
Calories – 1,300
Weight Statistics ( Monday)
The scale is lying. I refuse to believe that it is possible to be the exact same weight. 😛
I'm happy about the reading, but I just don't believe it. I had a good Sunday and now a great Monday so I am expecting a drop down tomorrow.
But in all probability, I might get a visit from…..
I'm past due for a visit from The Phantom Weight Gain. I'm down 9.2 pounds in less than a week, so I wouldn't be surprised by a bounce up in the next couple of days. Surprised, no. Angry, yes. 😀
Stay away Phantom!
My Allergies have been off the charts the last couple of days. I rarely take anything, but the allergies bugged me to the point I took some medicine. I took some medicine about an hour ago and YAWN, it is making me sleepy.
Monday's Menu
Breakfast – Turkey burger with cheese
Lunch – None
Dinner – Chicken with salad
Snack – Turkey burger with cheese
Calories – 1200
I'm expecting a loss tomorrow or I will be very very very GRUMPY. 😀
I figure I have about 2 months to go to hit my temp goal of 159.9. I guess I could hit it sooner if I stayed away from the Wednesday lunch at the office but I don't see that happening. My willpower has been a bit of a struggle lately.
Tip Of The Day
I actually used this tip Friday and Saturday night.
Before you head out to eat, look up the menu online and make a healthy choice. I always plan to do this but once I hit the restaurant my willpower crumbles. Not this weekend. I had both meals all planned out and I stuck to them.
Check for healthy options online and then stick to that selection once you are seated in the restaurant. It might be a good idea to KEEP THE MENU SHUT!!! Once you start reading all the delicious items on the menu, you might not stick with the healthy option.
I wavered and almost ordered something FULL of carbs because I started reading the menu in the restaurant. Don't Do That!!! Make a selection at home and then don't even touch the menu in the restaurant. 😀
Happy Dieting, see you tomorrow…
Yes, I am avoiding writing about the bike!!!
The Grumpy Man


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New Exhibit "Frank & Bill: 50 Years of Mentorship"
Manchester Bidwell Corporation would not exist if Bill Strickland had not wandered past Frank Ross' ceramics classroom at Oliver High School. We celebrate that meeting and mentorship with the exhibit "Frank & Bill: 50 Years of Mentorship" in the Connie Kerr Gallery.
The exhibit highlights the extraordinary relationship between Strickland and Ross. Ross' mentorship not only fostered Strickland's creativity—motivating him to graduate high school and attend the University of Pittsburgh—it ultimately led to the development of the Manchester Bidwell Corporation and its affiliates. While showcasing ceramic works from both men, the exhibit will also highlight historical elements telling the story of the last 50 years.
"I'm honored to be able to reconstruct the history of the journey," said Strickland, who has persevered in his studio practice, despite the inherent difficulties associated with creating ceramic work after surviving a double lung transplant.
Strickland's recent work is a continuation of his passion for functional stoneware pottery instilled in him and countless others by Ross, who taught in the PittsburghPublic schools system, and later as a professor at Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
In addition to the exhibit, Strickland will take part in a two-day workshop with MCG Youth & Arts students in the ceramic studio and have lunch with them in the MBC board room.
Outside of the exhibit, guests will find a timeline of MBC highlighting how the organization has changed lives across the world for the past half century.
Ross never lived to see the incredible ceramics studio that Strickland eventually built on Metropolitan Street. A car accident took Mr. and Mrs. Ross in 1980. In 2008, Manchester Craftsmen's Guild's world-class, ceramic studio was officially dedicated in memory of Ross and his wife. It can only be assumed that Ross would be just as excited as Strickland is regarding the planned renovation and expansion of the ceramics facility that will allow the past 50 years of mentorship to extend into the far future.
"Frank & Bill: 50 Years of Mentorship" will run until December 31, 2018.


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John is an older gentleman (in his 90s) who has been visiting my church for a decade or more. He freely admits he doesn't understand all the theology of Christian Science and he frankly disagrees with some of it, but he loves the people and comes to our Wednesday night service every week.
This past Wednesday, before the service, he said he was having trouble finding a "stocking cap." So I told him to try on my hat, one of the many Fair Isle versions of "Alex's favorite beanie" that I wear in cold weather. He seemed reluctant to do that, but I insisted. As soon as he tried it on, he broke into a broad smile and said, "This is great! It has so much stretch in it. It's not tight at all."
So I told him I'd make him a hat. John said he wanted dark blue.
I know I have a tote bag with Caron Simply Soft navy blue up in the attic. But I also thought I might have a skein of it in the yarn room, in a plastic bag with other Simply Soft skeins I'd bought at the VNA Rummage Sale. And sure enough, I was right. So yesterday morning, before church, I started John's hat. And after church, I worked on it some more.
I decided to mix the navy blue with the leftover country blue yarn from the cabled set I knitted a few weeks ago. Simply Soft is a thin worsted weight, and adding the second color makes the hat much warmer. So I got out my trusty old copy of Sheila McGregor's "The complete book of Traditional Fair Isle knitting" and selected a graph for a design on the hat. I chose one that was very angular and not like a snowflake. I didn't realize it, but there are so many right angles in it that the pattern, when repeated, creates a checkerboard of decorated squares. It's actually kind of fun.
I am nearly finished now with the Fair Isle part. There are 25 rows of it, and I'm on row 19. I'm not sure if John is going to like it, but I am completely happy with it.
I know I've said this before, but there is something about knitting Caron Simply Soft on Addi needles that makes my heart sing — and my needles fly. The yarn is soft, and I love how the fabric feels in my hands as it grows. Maybe that's why this hat is going so quickly. The yarn just flows.
That's a good thing because I have just a month to get all my Christmas knitting done, and I don't know if I'm going to make it. This hat is a little detour in the process. I'm glad it's not taking that long.
I also have the red Aran hat and the 1898 hat to finish for our charity knitting project. I worked a little on the red hat, yesterday, and I've decided that the red Loops & Threads Impeccable yarn I'm using may be softer than Red Heart Super Saver, but compared to the Caron Simply Soft, it's pretty stiff. I'm also using an old vinyl-coated needle for that hat. It's slick, but not as slick as a nickle-coated Addi. Once again, I'm amazed at how the needles and yarn can make such a difference in speed and the enjoyment of the process.
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Some Kenyan celebs are known to be snobbish, arrogant and unfriendly. Many ignore fans and seem to have no time for them. Maybe because the fame has gotten to their heads.
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Well, not all celebrities are like that, there are a few, like Jalang'o, who interact with everyone. The comedian-cum-presenter has on several occasions been praised for being down to earth. Just a few weeks ago, he told Kenyan artistes to pull up their socks if they wanted to prosper like their Nigerian and Bongo counterparts.
Jalang'o has also won the hearts of many after he shared a video helping a disabled man dance to Diamond Platnumz's hit song Eneka. The comedian posted the video and captioned:
This day! @diamondplatnumz was performing and my friend on his wheelchair asked me to have him dance……
God above everything.
Jalang'o's act of kindness has moved many to tears. Below are some of comments:
davidsagwe: God bless you Jalas.
wason_kachadoyo: I couldn't hold my tears, this is the most beautiful thing i have seen in 2019
rose_nyabhate: Jalang'o I love you for this.Mungu ataku add 2 days kwa bill yangu
bmorynne: God bless 👍👍
fridahsurv: Somehow I'm in tears
ashlleylynda: Inspiring u have a big heart and may God bless it every step of the way
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Disability is not inability! Meet the physically changed Kenyan artists doing a great job
mariahconsoh: Wow!… True brotherhood love,God bless you for putting that smile oh his face
paulmanoti: @jalangoo it's through this selfless service to humanity that make me like you compared to other celebrities… You don't forget where you have come from
3592kelly: Good job blessings will always flow your way indeed you made his day full of smile an appreciation 👏👏👏👏
angie_mcjay: He's enjoying the dance 🔥💯😍
tracy6ie3: That's a heart of Gold that's why we love you!!!!a man of people you don't choose.😍😍😍God reward you abundantly for putting a smile on this man's face!!!!
teckieobach: Jalas God will bless you more n more
nichonigah: @jalangoo you are one in many🙌🙌🙌
judyndiomimi: Putting a smile on someone's face👏God bless you
nhapolah: You made someone happy and that is a blessing
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kassandra: So interesting to watch your friend had a good time
cimasi_de_chef: I love that was fan @ heavy jay baba