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Here are my favorite quotes. These are either written by me or somebody else's.
Change and Growth on 02/20/2012
Change and growth are not your options but they are necessity. One who adapts change will grow faster than one who doesn't embrace change.
Integrity posted on 02/14/2012
"I am not like that. Everyone is taking me wrongly" – if this is going to be your statement for others, then watch out – there is something wrong in 'what you are' and 'what you think about yourself'.. Don't hesitate.. sit back and make corrections either in your thinking or in your actions.. Integrity is a major deciding factor on what you get out of your life.
Dead-end posted on 02/02/2012
There is no dead-end situation in life other than real death. In many situations, we may feel like standing in a dead-end road, but actually it is a road with a blind turn.
Our decisions will decide the way we turn – it may be a straight road to success, a diverted road which is opposite direction to success or a U-turn moving to starting point.
Decisions at every situation are vital, so think well before taking a decision & never feel you hit a dead-end.
Past few months I created & referred many quotes in my conversation in social networking sites. I compiled them and provided here as reference for all of us.
There are two reasons why people change – they either feel the heat or see the light. Feeling the heat forces us to change; seeing the light inspires us to change.
Am I changing willingly or do I change only when pushed? This will decide whether I go through the transition with excitement or with resentment. Leaders are those who embrace change before the change becomes inevitable. – Frozen Thoughts Jan 2012
Don't surrender your life to fear.. Fear is a shape given by mind to a non-existing one – it is like ghost or mirage.. When you run away from it.. it seems to be following you all the way.. If run towards it, it will disappear & you will understand all the time you spent thinking about is useless and waste.
Motivation is like your breathing.. You need it at every moment of your life..
Anyone's "Net Worth" = His/Her "Network"
Start building your perfect network today, you will feel the difference.
Human Psychology
3 bits from Everyday Human Psychology that affects your growth:
1. When you are proven wrong or your decision is not accepted in one occasion by someone, you tend to think you may be wrong or your decision will not be accepted in next time by the same person.
2. If you scold a kid (or person) for misbehavior/mischief then chances of the kid (or person) doing the same behavior out of your sight is more.
3. If you have more choices, you will bias towards the one which you already evaluated.
Quotes related to Success
* Success is not a single peak point just everyone likes to touch, it is a journey in a never ending upward path where every step can be termed as 'Success'.
* Perform any activity well with your full satisfaction; Success will catch a flight & knock your door.
* Are you not able to see success when you are working? Hey, it is hiding behind you & checking out how you are performing.It shows the face once you are done the work PERFECTLY.
Life Leading Quotes – for personal & career life
Created by Me:
#1 – In any discussion(or conversation),our mind will accept only those thoughts that we believe true to our mind & reject all others as junk.Though consciously we do so,we will still store opponents message in the unconscious mind & validate when an event occurs.
Outcome of the event may strengthen the belief or shakes our belief system which may lead to change in mind – can be exactly opposite to our earlier stands
#2 – In health – nothing happens immediately (other than accidents). All are accumulation (or deficiency) of very very minute unnoticeable quantity on daily basis, but things are visible on a day which changes our life after that – example cholesterol, sugar, kidney stones, etc. Why don't we understand this and avoid on daily basis to get rid of big surprises later?
Though I mentioned it as health, this is applicable for any department in life example – career, character, relationship, etc.
#3 – If you want to take a bad name, no need to do big sin.. be a manager.. automatically your name will get spoiled..
i like to share a story of my friend's friend who is the main inspiration for the above quote.
That guy was a manager some years back. There was organization wide headcount reduction. This guy had 12 reportees & need to cut it to 6. Though he is against this move, but he cannot resist much. When he called people and told them about their departure – that feelings of employee, that feeling of that manager – no need for me to explain here. Repeated question which developer asked is "Why me? You are also part of the process with management & you are biased to this guy.. that guy.. why can't i stay & send that guy".. manager guy explained his status and stand on this management move a lot.. but still no believers as the situation is so critical.
After that pain my friend's friend renounced that position and joined as developer in organization.. he resisted any managerial position there after.. tell me is that is that managers fault of implementing organization policies? Can this be understood by the sacked developers unless they really move to a position of manager? I know still some guys left complain about this event and this manager is in bad pages of those guys..
#4 – Ever you do a task very well after saying 'NO' at first, people don't forget about the 'No' that you said & feel hurt till the end. Understand that word has more power to win heart.
#5 – Ultimate difficulty in life resides in hearing a 'No' when you expected 'Yes' & vice versa. When we are putting a question across, we need prepare our mind for opposite response to what is expected. We are not doing this at all & getting sadness, angry, frustration, etc.
#6 – "Rich gets richer and poor gets poorer" you heard in 'Sivaji' movie. It is not because of the fate it is because of the activities they do. If you do right things again and again.. you always tend to get right results hence rich gets richer.. vice versa for poor.. reverse your action in that way reverse your results..
#7 – People wants to impress strangers & want to make new friends.. but they take their loved ones' for granted.. start impressing from your closest circle that will create ripple effect & pay you back…
#8 – Doing charity to an old age home without taking care of your old parents in home is worthless..
#9 – When you compare with someone do this – character-wise compare with someone having very good character higher than you and try to be that guy.. money-wise compare with someone having less money and get satisfied
#10 – Even a very small stone can stop your vision if it is kept very close to your eye. Problems in life are also like that stone. Decide where do you want to keep the problems – near or far?
#11 – Your silence in a meeting talks louder than the powerful comments passed. "Speech is silver, Silence is gold" My mom tells this from my childhood.
#12 – If two people agreeing in all terms then one is redundant. Conflict is healthy & required for progress
Frozen Thoughts Magazine:
#1 – Never keep any mementos of sadness. Anything that reminds you of a past that's not worth remembering, get it out of your life. Collect enough mementos of happiness. Anything that reminds you of a past worth remembering is worth preserving.
#2 – Have at least one relationship beyond doubt and judgement, that will liberate you from your worries
#3 – Man lives like a 'victim'. He keeps assuming that he has done 'sacrifices' for his family, for his society, for his God. But, everything that unfolds in his life is the result of his 'choice'. There are no sacrifices. (FT-Jun 11)
#4 – The proof of the process is in the results it produces. We need excellence and not explanations. We need results and not reasons. (FT-Jun 11)
#5 – While your success depends on what you communicate with others, your happiness depends on what you communicate to yourself.
Quotes by other popular people:
#1 – There is a difference between interest and commitment. When you're interested in doing something, you do it only when it's convenient.When you're committed to something, you accept no excuses, only results. – KEN BLANCHARD, Author One Minute Manager.
#2 – When dealing with people, remember that you are not dealing with creatures of logic, but creatures of emotion – Dale Carnegie
#3 – Here are some statistics to consider about Emotions: People experience an average of twenty-seven emotions each waking hour. With nearly seventeen waking hours each day, you have about 456 emotional experiences from the time you get up until the time you go to bed. This means that more than 3,000 emotional reactions guide you through each week and more than 150,000 each year!
Of all the emotions you will experience in your lifetime, nearly two million of them will happen during working hours.
It's no wonder that people who manage emotions well are easier to work with and more likely to achieve what they set out to do (Bradbery and Greaves, 2005).
#4 – "Every father should remember that one day his son will follow his example instead of his advice" – unknown
#5 – If you perform an activity in the same way again and again, you can expect same results without fail. So don't blame others for results. This is called – "The Law of Cause and Effect"(Brian Tracy).
#6 – Do not tell me how hard you work. Tell me how much you get done. -James Ling
#7 – When you complain, you give your power to your complaints. When you stop complaining, you take that power back – Robin Sharma
#8 – The future belongs to people who see possibilities before they become obvious. – Ted Levitt
#9 – There are no secrets to success but working harder than the guy next to you, thinking smarter than the guy next to you, and wanting it just a little more than the guy next to you.
#10 – Minds are like parachutes – they only functions when they are open.
Leadership Quotes from "On Becoming A Leader" by Warren Bennis
I liked following Leadership Quotes. I thought I can share with you. These Quotes are taken from "On Becoming A Leader" by Warren Bennis
1. "If you're not confused, you don't know what's going on". – Yes it is true that we are always having one or the other confusion & we are working towards getting a resolution. The resolution is the one which helps to identify a Leader.
2. As organizations grow larger and as the change become more turbulent and dramatic, the dual forces of size and change intersect to create inertia and/or arrogance. Every organization is undergoing incredible and profound changes.
3. Restructuring and re-engineering can take you only so far. But you cannot restructure or re-engineer your company into prosperity. That takes ideas and reinvention. Thats what going to make the difference, the decisive difference between organizations and companies that succeed and those that fail. Talent cannot be attracted by command control leadership. – If one understands this then he is the great leader.
4. Followers need from their leaders three basic qualities: they want direction; they want trust; and they want hope.
5. Leaders generate & sustain trust using – ambition; competence; and integrity (moral fabric).
6. The important ingridients for leaders & organizations to succeed are Ideas(intellectual capital), Relationships(work in harmony & openness) and Adventure(risk, courage, curiosity).
Leadership & Crises – posted on September 25, 2008
Crises are now the norm, not the rare exception. The sooner and the quicker that we learn the leadership lessons that crises have to teach us, then the sooner and the better we will be able to cope.
Crises test a person's and an organization's character like nothing else. Crises bring out the best and the worst in all of us. They raise us up. They bring us down. They inspire us to perform great acts of bravery and heroism—far beyond anything we would have thought possible. And then, in the very next moment, they bring us to our knees. Nothing focuses the mind so much as a crisis. Nothing more wounds the soul. They are an ultimate test of leadership capability.
From Ian I.Mitroff, Why Some Companies Emerge Stronger and Better from a Crisis: Seven Essential Lessons for Avoiding Disaster, New York: AMACOM, 2005.


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24 each 4.5" White Corn Tortillas (20123)
6 oz. Salsa Roja , see related recipe
6 oz. Salsa Verde , see related recipe
Vegetable Oil , as needed
1/4 cup Onion , diced
1 1/2 lbs. Chicken , cooked , shredded
3/4 lb. Queso Fresco , crumbled
1.) Spread 1 tbsp. Salsa Roja on one tortilla and 1 tbsp. Salsa Verde on a separate tortilla. Over medium-high heat, place the tortillas, sauce side up, in a pan that has been lightly brushed with oil. Fry until crisp.
2.) To serve: garnish each chalupa with 1 tsp. of onion, 1 oz. of warm chicken, and ½ oz. of queso fresco.
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Powerade has seemingly come up with an amazing way to dethrone Gatorade as the world's most popular sports drink. It's just too bad these tiny tanker planes full of hydrating blue energy drinks only exist in this clever commercial created by an ad agency called The Lift.
And not only would a service like this appeal to athletes, imagine on-demand cargo planes full of cream for your coffee whenever you ran out. Someone needs to make this happen yesterday. [Vimeo via Notcot]


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Things To Know Before You Apply For Debt Consolidation Loan
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In the current economic conditions, a significant percentage of people have been finding themselves in situations with overwhelming debt. If you are one of them, you know what it is like to have multiple credit card balances, getting late with your payments, and those medical bills. You are almost in a financially crippling situation where you cannot take any financial steps. But a debt consolidation loan is a great option that can help expand your financial horizons.
If you need applying for debt consolidation loan, then you must look for the settlers who are experts in this field. When you are already under financial stress, going through a hassled process for taking loan can be more troublesome. Thus, here is what you must do before you fill an application for debt settlement loan.
Loans that Consolidate All Debts at One Place
Loan for debt consolidation allows you clubbing all the dues together at one place; thus, you need not get meddled up with the calculation of the loans that you have taken under different heads. Consolidating loans grants ease of tracking and settlement. Thus, debt management can become way easier and manageable with loan consolidation plan.
Check for Early Repayment Charges
Before going for the loan consolidation plan, you must look out for the early repayment charges. If the early repayment charges are affordable, then you must go for it as it helps you get out of the interest based swirl in less time.
Whether Secured or Unsecured
It is better to find out if the debt consolidation loan is secured or not. Since there are chances that you may find it tough to repay the consolidation loan due to financial stress, therefore you must try not to go for unsecured ones else house or jewelry put on stake may go out of your hands.
Find the Interest Rate
Interest is one of the aspects that a person must consider while looking for loan consolidation plan. You must get your calculations correct to confirm that the interest expenses do not go beyond control.
Feasibility and affordability – these are what a person trying to come out of clutched of debt looks for. A debt consolidation loan should be able to offer these positively to the debtor so that his life becomes easier.
Importance of Debt Consolidation Loan
A debt solution service will make life easier for you by stepping in and negotiating your debts with your creditors. They will make an attempt to lower your outstanding debt and even the interest rates. They can consolidate all your debts so that you have only a single installment to be paid every month. And the best thing is that you will have a relatively lower rate of interest, thus your payments will be reduced. You will be paying to the debt solution service and they will manage further payments to all your accounts. If you think that you are on the verge of bankruptcy and don't have any other option, you should seek the help of a debt consolidation service.


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Ever since I was allowed to wear it, I have loved having a collection of nail polish, you may have noticed this in past posts about the liquid colour. Being a busy mom I don't have time or money to spend at the nail parlour having my nails professionally done.
The only problem I have with painting my own nails is that most brands I've tried don't last more than 48 hours before they chip and fade. This is a hassle because when you are busy you can't spend time doing touch ups because you have to run out the door with kids in tow.
When I was in Toronto last fall for the P&GMom Event day one of the things we did was visited a mini nail salon to have our nails done with new CoverGIRL Outlast Stay Brilliant Nail Gloss.
CoverGIRL Outlast Stay Brilliant Nail Gloss takes time off doing your own nails by combining base coat, high-gloss colour and chip resistant too coat in one easy gloss! A fast-paced polish for a fast-paced world, this new gloss could be a girls new best friend.
I was sent over "Mint Mojito" to try out, it's a light minty Spring/Summer colour. Not typically one I would think of picking out for myself but I like it and it's always nice to try something out of your ordinary. You never know when you might find a hidden gem!
I like this nail polish because it goes on thick, dries quickly and gives you almost professional looking results with one coat (although I am particularly a two coat type gal). It lasted at least three days before major damage like chipping started to really show. It also removes very well with simple nail polish remover pads, it doesn't stain your nails or anything like some types can.
CoverGIRL Outlast Stay Brilliant Nail Gloss is popular and hard to find but it does sell on the CoverGIRL website! I would love to get my hands on some more colours (there are 45 different ones to choose from). I unfortunately saw that Mint Mojito is sold out though.
If you're looking to get rid of having so many different coats to get that one look, try CoverGIRL Outlast Stay Brilliant. Easy, breezy, beautiful - CoverGIRL.
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Still in Texas, Rangers' Young has turned back the clock
The practitioners of sabermetrics have debunked many of baseball's hoary cliches and put to the test much of the game's received wisdom. From the age at which hitters peak to the value of "protection" to the relative importance of experience, the use of data to evaluate ideas has made everyone smarter about the game.
Some bromides survive, however, including this one: Sometimes, the best trades are the ones you never make.
The Rangers went into last offseason intending to find a new home for longtime infielder Michael Young, who was owed $48 million through the end of the 2013 season and had shown decline -- most notably on defense -- over the past few seasons. Texas wanted to upgrade its infield defense to further encourage its young pitchers to pitch to contact, and a big part of that plan was getting Young off the field. Young's bat wouldn't push Mitch Moreland off first base or provide enough value to make him a good designated hitter. When the Rangers signed third baseman Adrian Beltre in December, it seemed to seal Young's fate -- he would be elsewhere in 2011. The Rangers tried; there were persistent rumors of a deal with the Rockies, and occasional ones tying Young to the Yankees, Phillies and Angels. The Rangers, however, weren't content to just move Young to dump his contract; they were demanding some kind of player value in return. Coupled with Young's limited no-trade rights, the two factors meant that they weren't able to make a deal, and Young opened the season in Texas, six weeks away from reaching 10 years in MLB, which would trigger his 10-and-five -- blanket no-trade -- rights.
A funny thing happened on the way out of town. Young opened the season as the Rangers' primary DH, also picking up time at first and second. When Mitch Moreland's left hamstring acted up in May, Young took over at first base for a week. When Adrian Beltre strained his own left hammy in July, Young returned to third, which he had played before being displaced by Beltre. No trade ever came through, and the Rangers couldn't be happier about it. Not only has Young provided valuable infield depth as players have gotten hurt, he's done so while, at 34, having his best offensive season since 2005, batting .340 with 35 doubles.
Young's resurgence is a mix of approach and good fortune. In recent seasons, he had seen his contact and line-drive rates decline, which is problematic for a player who relied on a high batting average to generate much of his value. Young has never walked 60 times in a season or in anywhere close to 10 percent of his plate appearances, and when he hit .284 in both 2008 and 2010, his middling OBPs (.339 and .330) crippled his offensive value. His line-drive rate dropped from a peak of 27.2 percent of balls in play in 2007 to 18.5 percent last season, with a concomitant rise in his flyball rate. Young, a gap-to-gap doubles hitter, was instead getting too many balls in the air. His batting average on balls in play fell from .366 in 2007 to .311 last year. Young's decline was also evident on the bases -- he attempted just six steals all last year -- and in the field, where advanced metrics ranked him among the worst third basemen in the game.
While Young's defense hasn't been an asset in limited time at either second or third, and he's matched those six steal attempts this year, his bat had bounced back in a big way. Young is once again the hitter he was at his peak, striking out in a career-low 11.9 percent of his plate appearances, swinging and missing at a career low 6.7 percent of pitches. He's making better contact, with a line-drive rate of 25.1 percent, his highest since 2007 and in line with figures he posted at his career peak. He's reversed the trend of recent seasons, swapping fly balls for line drives, and while that's cost him a few homers (he has 10, after hitting 43 the previous two years), his overall value has spiked. Young has simply gone back to being the hitter he was when he was at his best, an aggressive line-drive machine.
If his .340 batting average is a bit inflated -- his .373 BABIP is a career-high, but only 10-15 points above what he would hit at his peak -- the overall performance isn't. Young has reversed the trends that were eating his offensive value, an impressive feat for a player in his 11th season. He even racked up his 2,000th career hit in July.
That last feat invited the question of whether Young can get to the next magic number. His 2011 performance and the money owed to him the next two years should assure him playing time through his age-36 season, and two more big years would push him close to 2,500 hits at that point. With his speed and power slipping, though, and no place to hide him defensively, it may be hard for Young to find continued regular playing time in his late thirties.
In fact, his big year doesn't assure him playing time even on this Rangers' team. The Rangers will again have a crowded infield in 2012, and the emergence of centerfielder Leonys Martin will create an overflow in the outfield next spring, possibly spilling over to the DH slot. Young's big year may make him more attractive to trade partners, but he also has complete control over whether he gets dealt, and he could scuttle any deal over demands for a contract extension, a regular job in the field or simply a preference as to where he plays.
For now, though, Young is the Rangers' third baseman, having a big comeback season and contributing to a team that is pulling away in the AL West. Pretty good for a guy who was supposed to be batting second for the Rockies.


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Surging Raptors beat Timberwolves 111-104
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Toronto Raptors have had every excuse to give in this season. They've had injuries to key players, turned the roster over significantly with an early season trade and had low expectations after a regime change portended a possible tear down and rebuild.
Kyle Lowry doesn't make excuses. Dwane Casey doesn't make excuses. And the Raptors haven't given an inch while climbing the Eastern Conference ladder.
Lowry had 20 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists for his fourth career triple-double, lifting the Raptors to a 111-104 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night.
DeMar DeRozan added 25 points and seven rebounds and Steve Novak hit five 3-pointers for the surprising Raptors (35-26), who have won nine of their last 11 games to surge to third place in the East. They are nine games over .500 for the first time since 2006-07.
"We try to keep everybody's spirits high even if it's not going well on the basketball court and we don't let nothing get down on us," said DeRozan, whose team shot 58.3 percent (14 for 24) on 3-pointers. "That's the cool thing about our team. We continue to keep it going."
Kevin Love had 26 points, 11 rebounds and nine assists, and Nikola Pekovic added 17 points and 11 rebounds for the Timberwolves. Minnesota has started a crucial four-game homestand with two losses in three games, and the team's hopes of climbing from 10th in the West into the playoff picture are looking bleak.
"We've got to go out and win games we're not supposed to win," Wolves coach Rick Adelman said. "That's the approach you have to take. If you're going to get down and you start moping about it, you're going to lose again."
The Raptors got some bad news early in the day when they learned Patrick Patterson, a key member of the bench during their post-Rudy Gay trade surge, would miss the next seven to 10 days with a sprained right elbow. But just as they have done over the last two months, the Raptors found someone else to step up.
Novak had played less than 13 minutes over the last month, but he scored a season-high in 18 minutes and Terrence Ross (15), Amir Johnson (15) and Greivis Vasquez (12) all reached double figures in scoring as well to earn a tough road win.
"I can't say enough good things about those guys cause it's going to take all of us, especially with Patrick being out," Casey said.
The Wolves entered the night five games behind Dallas and Phoenix for the eighth and final spot in the West. They've now lost two of the first three games of a crucial four-game homestand.
They put up a fight in this one, trimming a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit to 93-91 with five minutes to play. But Lowry drilled a 3-pointer, the Raptors locked down with the kind of defense that has gotten them this far and DeRozan finished the Wolves off with a 3-pointer from the left wing to improve Toronto to 26-2 when leading after three quarters.
"Twenty games left, anything can happen," Love said. "We obviously have to go on some sort of a run. But if those other teams keep winning and pulling games out of their you-know-what, we're in trouble."
When Love sat down for a rest in the second quarter, the Raptors blasted Minnesota with a 15-0 run to take a 46-33 lead.
Love ended the run with a jumper, fed Pekovic three straight times with pinpoint entry passes and also drew a charge during a 17-2 run that gave Minnesota a 50-48 lead.
DeRozan and Ross both went to the bench early in the third quarter when they each picked up their fourth fouls and that's when Lowry took over. He was tenacious in his attack, hitting two jumpers and feeding Vasquez for a 3 to put Toronto up 75-68. He also played a big role in getting Wolves point guards Ricky Rubio and J.J. Barea in foul trouble with his aggressive penetration.
"We needed all of his assists. He did a good job getting in there, penetrating, finding people," Casey said. We needed all his rebounds, especially with the way they crash the boards. He just had an all-around game."
NOTES: Love made four 3-pointers, including one in the third quarter that broke Rashad McCants' franchise record for 3s in a season. McCants made 142 3-pointers in 2007-08 to set the previous franchise record. ... The Raptors' reserves outscored Minnesota's 32-16 for the game. ... Barea had another tough night, going 2 for 8 for five points. ... The Raptors recalled Dwight Buycks from the NBDL's Bakersfield Jam on Sunday.


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From Jen
Dear You,
You have probably forgotten what a wanted world feels like. Just like how I, two years on from my last bout of severe depression, have forgotten what it feels like to wake up with the sharp dread of realisation that there is another day to face. I know what it's like to have to turn to your nearest and dearest and ask, "What did I used to do? What were my interests? How did I used to spend my evenings before I got like this?"
Depression. You don't always know you're in it so I trusted the people close to me. You may see the problem as being an intolerable impossible world which is stifling, suffocating. The world turned 2D for me. It helped when others around me would pick up on the physical stuff. My husbands asked me why I was walking hunched over with my arms floppy at my sides. My mother asked me why my teeth are furry. Imagine that! Aged 41 and being told by my Mum to brush my teeth! The social worker told me that she knew how bad I felt, she could see it in my eyes. I could have hugged her; the sweetest thing I'd heard in months.
It may bewilder some people. My husband started spending time in the attic. To my four year old I was a physical presence who wasn't really there. I was absent. But try and not worry too much about them, it's so important to look after yourself. I also let the health professionals look after me and advise me.
All you have to do is find a way to get through the hours in the day attending to your basic needs. If you are achieving one or two things a day, e.g. buying a pint of milk or washing your hair, those are your two trophies for the day. I chose to let depression run its course.
You may have to try a number of new drug combos but the good news is you get a slice of hope to hang onto each time it happens. "We will get there eventually," my psychiatrist once told me. And I did. And guess where else I got to? I took a plane to Hamburg after having a fear of flying all my life. Two years of stable mental health on the right drugs helped me achieve that.
Not too far into the future you will be able to look back and advise people in the same awful place you find yourself now. I can't wait to hear what you will say.
Love Jen on the Pen


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I had the experience of growing up in a family where there was more than one brand of religion - i.e. Baptist and Anglican. Later on I attended the Mormon Church and then later a pentecostal church. Some would say that this would lead to confusion - but I tend to think that it has clarified the fact that there are so many inconsistencies among the various denominations, that it is better to get away from everything just to think for ones' self.
If there is a God, I would like to know for myself - not take someone else's word. If there isn't a God - then I also want to know for myself - not take someone else's word.
I have never really been religious, and I have never really been a great reader of the Bible either. Perhaps most people who have become atheists have become so because of their own convictions, whereas I have always been sceptical and never really believed strongly in any theory or belief system. I was given the nickname of "doubting Thomas" (or "if in doubt - check it out").
The thing that I have hated more than anything is the way that some christians have controlled others by using verses of scripture - aptly named spiritual abuse.
These days I avoid anyone who has a 'message' for me - or who thinks I am 'backslidden' because I don't go to a church. All in all, I feel quite at peace with where I am at. I am an individual who is thinking for themselves (which is something that is not always encouraged in the church) and I feel free. It is also great to be able to live a normal life again and meet people outside of the church instead of being sectioned off like I was in a sheep pen - it is like I have found a new life and it is good to live it.


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EEX trading results for April 2018 – EEX markets on growth path
EEX trading results for April 2018 – EEX markets on growth path
In April 2018, the European Energy Exchange (EEX) increased volumes on its power derivatives markets by 12% to 246.6 TWh (April 2017: 220.7 TWh). In particular, the markets for Italy (38.8 TWh, +100%) and France (19.8 TWh, +48%) contributed to this development. Also the smaller markets for Spain (7.2 TWh, +54%) and the Netherlands (4.3 TWh, +358%) recorded significant growth. In Options on Phelix-DE Futures, at 36.7 TWh, EEX achieved the highest volume since the launch of this product.
The April volume comprised 158.3 TWh traded at EEX via Trade Registration with subsequent clearing. Clearing and settlement of all exchange transactions was executed by European Commodity Clearing (ECC).
Emission Allowances
On the EEX markets for emission allowances, the total trading volume increased by 56% to
232.9 million tonnes of CO2 in April (April 2017: 149.6 million tonnes of CO2). In particular, the development was driven by a significant increase of volumes on the EUA derivatives market where EEX recorded an increase of 32% to 88.0 million tonnes of CO2 (April 2017: 66.5 million tonnes of CO2). Primary market auctions contributed 79.3 million tonnes of CO2 to the total volume.
Agricultural Products
Throughout April, a total of 4,710 contracts was traded in agricultural products which is a year-on-year increase of 15% (April 2017: 4,094 contracts). In the dairy segment, the volume reached 1,570 contracts (equal to 7,850 tonnes). In processing potatoes, a volume of 3,140 contracts (equal to 78,500 tonnes) was traded.
Global Commodities
In freight futures which are available for trade registration, EEX volumes increased by 27% to 3,905 contracts in April (April 2017: 3,065 contracts).
New Participants
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Enjoyed shooting more felted pods in the snow. My husband joined me on the shoot and we had some good laughs as we sunk into the mud, battled the wind, and scouted out the best icicles in the park. Regarding these felted pods: the cream-colored pod is covered in tiny mirrors with one large one in the front. I was hoping that the mirrors would pick up the light and make for some interesting compositions.
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Felted Sculptures in Snow
Felted sculptures © Kim Buchheit; Photograph © Mike Buchheit
Posted by Kim Buchheit at 12:45 PM
Labels: felt, felted, felted pods, felted sculpture, mirrored felted wall pod, mixed media, wall hangings
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- liz said...
Really cool! great shots, too!
- January 16, 2009 at 5:04 AM
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Ferguson, Missouri, has become the nation's raw nerve in the painful relationship between blacks and police. Since an officer shot and killed unarmed teenager Michael Brown there in August, troubles bedeviling the city won't go away.
But it's not just Ferguson's problem.
It's not clear who shot two police officers outside Ferguson police headquarters early yesterday as a demonstration was winding down, or why they may have been targeted. Whoever pulled the trigger was "a damn punk who was trying to sow discord," U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder suggested. It's a relief that neither of them died, unlike NYPD officers Rafael Ramos and Wenjian Liu. The pair was unconscionably executed in December, following the senseless death of Eric Garner in Staten Island after an officer grabbed him in what appeared to be a banned chokehold.
This has got to stop.
The U.S. Justice Department's recent finding of pervasive racial discrimination and exploitive profiteering by cops and courts in Ferguson documented the bitter truth of black residents' complaints of being unfairly targeted for arrests and fines. The resignations of high-ranking city and police officials have delivered Ferguson to a point where progress is possible.
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The Three Taverns 5K will be a celebration of both running and craft beer. Join us on May 20, 2017 to tour the neighborhood streets of Decatur and enjoy a beer garden finish; complete with live music, beer tasting and BBQ. Special Golden Token contest for our lucky tasters with the opportunity to enjoy our limited 3-Day IPA! Unique awards, awesome raffle prizes! Proceeds will go to support Decatur Cooperative.
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Unusual Eats: Donut Bacon Cheeseburger
People have been talking about donut burgers for almost ten years. In spite of the talking, the delicacy is seldom seen on local menus. Perhaps because it sounds… disgusting?
It's not disgusting. Or at least, it's not disgusting in the fashion that it's presented at Honey Dip Donuts. In fact, the Donut Bacon Cheeseburger is downright beautiful. It's tall and perky and holds a bonus garden of vegetables to cancel out all the donut-ness.
The order process starts at the counter. The clerk will grab a couple of glazed donuts from the endless shelves of donuts and send them through the kitchen window where all the magic happens.
Back behind the scenes, a big (really big), thick beef patty is grilled with some cheese and it seems like even the donuts get a few seconds on the grill -for a little caramelized finish on the sugar glaze. Then it's delivered in all its glory with bacon, tomato slices, frilly fresh lettuce, onions, a pickle and some chips.
Prima facie, it seems like over-the-top fairgrounds food — but you're not ordering a bacon cheeseburger because you joined Weight Watchers anyway: reality check. This particular version doesn't come off as particularly junkie. There are plenty of burgers that are far, far greasier and fat-laden.
What the Donut Bacon Cheeseburger does have is a little fun sweetness in the bread component. You have to smush down the donut a bit to eat the mess, as there's lots of meat and cheese and vegetables to work in. At the end of the day, this burger is gorgeous, and it can't be worse than one covered in double mayo sauce (or aioli, for the upscale appetites).
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Just as computers have changed from being big desktop units, to small phones and tablets you can carry in your pocket, hearing devices have also been miniaturized.
Today, hearing aids come in a wide range of styles, with some models inserted deep into the ear canals, where they are barely visible.
Hearing devices are named for where they are placed in the ears. Styles include:
Extended Wear. Extended wear hearing aids (Lyric devices) are placed very deeply in the ear canal and are designed to be worn for up to 90 days at a time. They remain in place while the user engages in his or her normal daily routine (including exercising, showering and sleeping). These are a good choice for individuals with mild to moderately severe hearing loss, especially if they are active.
Invisible In the Canal (IIC). This model sits deep in the canal: not as deep as the extended wear devices but deeper than the CIC (see below). Depending on the size and shape of your ears, the IICs sit in the shadow of the opening of the ear canal and are practically invisible. This means it needs less amplification, but because it is so small, its performance may be diminished by earwax. Appropriate for those with mild to moderate hearing loss.
Completely In the Canal (CIC). These hearing aids are custom molded and placed inside the ear canals. While they are small and unobtrusive, they rarely include extra features, and their batteries won't last as long. People with mild to moderate hearing loss can wear these.
In The Canal (ITC). This style of hearing aid is similar to the CIC, but a little larger. Custom molded and designed to fit partially in the ear canal, it includes features not found on the CIC. For people with mild to moderate hearing loss.
In The Ear (ITE). This style is custom molded and fits in the bowl-shaped cavity of the outer ear. It's a larger device and therefore more visible, but is also easier to insert and remove, and usually includes advanced features and batteries that last longer. Patients with mild to severe hearing loss can wear these.
Receiver In The Ear (RITE). Receiver in the ear devices include a housing worn behind the ear and a receiver placed in the concha of the ear. They are easier to adjust and a good choice for those with mild to moderately severe hearing loss.
Behind The Ear (BTE). BTE devices hook over the top of your ear and include a plastic case worn behind the ear. Sound is transmitted through a clear tube to a tiny mold in the ear canal. This style is large and easily visible but is also simple to use and a great choice for children. This style is appropriate for all types of hearing loss.


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So, I purchased the Creative Zen a few months back. Initially I purchased the 1 gig version and it was working ok but it started giving me some troubles a few months in. It kept randomly turning off, so I decided to exchange it in for a Creative Zen V Plus 2.0 gig version. The plus version had video and FM radio, both of which I never used. The screen was far too small to display. I had filled up the mp3 player with loads of music using my NapsterToGo Subscription and found that the player was getting a bit slow when scrolling the large list of songs/albums/artists. The player was nice and small and felt very rugged. Because of this very reason I never really kept it protected, I would just put it in my jean pocket but never dropped it either. About a month later I noticed the small tiny navigation button cracking and a week or so later the button had cracked in half and gotten lost. Luckily for me I had a product replacement plan from Best Buy and although they are not supposed to cover physical damage ( I never told them it was physically damaged when I called.) they sent me back a gift card for as much as it was worth.
I was actually pretty disappointed with the player. Although it looked rugged and the software is pretty decent, it often would screw up by randomly freezing requiring a reset. It was slow and very hard to navigate.
I am now a happy customer of the Sandisk Sansa. At first I was thinking of getting the Samsung T9 because of the touch screen controls and the sleek looks but the fact that it did not support album art was a real turn off and after testing it out I realized that the controls were not that great because although it was fast at navigation and fast to boot up it was practical for scrolling through the lists.
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|Setting: Dumai's Wells
Point of view: Perrin Aybara
Before joining Rand, Perrin surveys the graves the battle of Dumai's Wells has left behind―19 Two Rivers men, near to 100 Mayeners, more than 100 Cairhienin, 1000 Aiel―and the carnage of the Shaido dead in the valley below, with all the survivors massed around Rand, namely Asha'man, Mayeners, Cairhienin, and Maidens. Kiruna Nachiman asks Perrin what Rand is doing. Perrin knows that Rand is memorizing the faces and names of every Maiden that died. He remembers listening to Rand last night reciting the names of dead Maidens like a catechism. But Perrin doesn't tell Kiruna that, instead he upbraids her and the others for not following orders to wait with the Wise Ones and wading into the midst of battle with Havien Nurelle and his Mayeners. Kiruna retorts that this is the only way to take part: because of the Three Oaths, if Aes Sedai want to use the Power as a weapon, they must place themselves or their Warders in mortal danger.
Rand comes up the slope. Wise Ones and Asha'man alike want to have custody of the Aes Sedai, prisoners and oath-sworn both. Rand decides that all Aes Sedai present will be supervised by the Wise Ones. Bera and Kiruna try to protest but Rand reminds them that they swore oath to obey and serve him until after the Last Battle. Rhuarc reports that the surviving Shaido are running fast eastwards and the Younglings are heading north. At the urging of Kiruna and Bera, Rand commands Healing from Alanna. Taim presses Rand into accepting an honor guard of Asha'man. Besides four Dedicated and four Soldiers, Rand chooses Corlan Dashiva at random. Perrin wonders about Rand's scent that is changing fast enough for two men.
The Cairhienin and Mayeners are uneasy about Rand poking around among the slaughtered until Perrin bluntly tells them that Rand still is sane.
The various groups ready themselves for departure; the Asha'man Travel back to the Black Tower. Perrin tells Rand about the tensions between the factions. Min interrupts a staring match between Rand and Perrin when they talk about murdering the Aes Sedai. Rand asks Min whether she has seen something and Min explains to the startled Perrin how her Talent manifested and that the Aiel know about it and don't look crosswise at her for it. She doesn't see anything clear, though.
Loial asks Rand to talk to him about his book and Rand promises that they'll talk when they're back in Cairhien. Rand has Dashiva make a Gateway near the City of Cairhien and learns that Taim lets himself be called M'Hael, which means "Leader" in the Old Tongue.
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Last week, an official at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) told a congressional panel that hardware sold in the U.S. has been compromised by foreign agents. According to a report at Fast Company:
When asked by Rep. [Jason] Chaffetz [R-UT] whether [acting deputy undersecretary of the DHS National Protection and Programs Directorate Greg] Schaffer was aware of any foreign-manufactured software or hardware components that had been purposely embedded with security risks, the DHS representative stated that "I am aware of instances where that has happened," after some hesitation.
In other words, hardware manufactured abroad has been embedded with malicious code, a problem described last year in Scientific American by John Villasenor, a professor of electrical engineering at the University of California, Los Angeles. The design of modern integrated circuits has become so complex, says Villasenor, that malicious agents could insert unwanted instructions into the circuits at some point in the process. "Given the sheer number of people and complexity involved in a large integrated-circuit design, there is always a risk that an unauthorized outsider might gain access and corrupt the design without detection," Villasenor writes.
What's at stake here? Villasenor uses the example of a cell-phone circuit that's programmed to shut down millions of phones at a certain predetermined time. But this is an innocuous example. Villasenor writes:
The difficulty of fixing a systemic, malicious hardware problem keeps cybersecurity experts up at night. Anything that uses a microprocessor—which is to say, just about everything electronic—is vulnerable. Integrated circuits lie at the heart of our communications systems and the world's electricity supply. They position the flaps on modern airliners and modulate the power in your car's antilock braking system. They are used to access bank vaults and ATMs and to run the stock market. They form the core of almost every critical system in use by our armed forces. A well-designed attack could conceivably bring commerce to a halt or immobilize critical parts of our military or government.
What can be done? Villasenor advocates for circuits that are designed to police themselves, searching for abnormal activity in their sub-units and taking protective action if any is found. This would sacrifice a bit of performance, but protect the circuit as a whole.
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Topeka Kansas University will take a victory lap around the state Capitol on Friday.
Representatives from the national championship basketball team and debate team and Orange Bowl champion football team will have a photo opportunity with Gov. Kathleen Sebelius.
Plans also are under way for the teams to visit the House and Senate chambers that day.
The Jayhawks won their first national basketball title since 1988, while the football team finished 12-1 and defeated Virginia Tech in the Orange Bowl to cap one of its most successful seasons.
The debate team finished No. 1 in the nation.
That's great and all, but when is the basketball team going to the White House
Settle down, Mr. President, I'm sure they'll come by soon enough.
I had no idea we had a championship debate team. It's always a nice suprise to find out another way KU shines in the national spotlight. I can only imagine how glad Sebelius gets to do this with the Jayhawks rather than the Wildcats.
For their photo-op, they should all stand in front of the John Brown portrait/mural and wave their championship schwag in the air like he is doing with his rifle.That'll really scare the pesky Missourans.
I think if Kate had to do this with KSU she would be all decked out in as much Crimson and Blue as possible while she was there.Fun football sim:http://goallineblitz.com/game/signup.pl?ref=8878866
anyone know if they'll be signing autographs when they visit the statehouse friday?
i heard the basketball team is going to the white house in June. i don't remember the exact date tho, for some reason the 20th stands out in my mind...
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In the United States we have some strange ideas about what makes childbirth safer. We unthinkingly believe that the way to save more mothers and babies in the world is to export our American way of doing business. While I do believe that we have much to offer, as a cultural anthropologist I always take the stance that listening (rather than telling) is a best first step. Across the globe, voices have called out for more locally-trained childbirth experts. The best word to describe what villages in Haiti and women in Windhoek, Namibia and what doctors in Jamkhed, India (see khhttp://www.jamkhed.or) say they want is MIDWIVES. While better hospitals and neonatal intensive care units would certainly be great, midwives are the best first investment we can make. Midwives save lives. And like the local health experts in Jamkhed, India have proven, training local women for this job improves the health of the whole community, not just the health of newborns. Here's a message from the president of MANA (Midwives of North America):
Dear MANA Member,
I would like to reiterate a few facts about mothers and babies.
In the world's poorest countries mothers risk their lives giving birth. Every year, an estimated 358,000 women die from complications during pregnancy and childbirth. Each year, 8.1 million children die before their fifth birthday, and an estimated 1.2 million babies are stillborn. Most of these deaths are preventable.
As you may know, the Midwives Alliance is a member organization of the White Ribbon Alliance for Safe Motherhood, an international coalition that pushes for change to make pregnancy and childbirth safe for women and newborns around the world. We support the work they are doing, and we encourage you to sign the petition [here] to persuade world leaders to invest in midwifery care. It only takes a minute to click and sign.
Thank you for supporting this growing global movement for safe motherhood and for encouraging world leaders to invest in midwifery care as the key solution to meeting maternal and newborn healthcare needs.
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Using UNIX can be bewildering until you have grasped the basic concepts, capabilities and features. DBAs with a non-Unix background find UNIX to be arcane, esoteric, and pernickety. Getting the UNIX "mindset" takes effort, but once obtained UNIX becomes a capable, powerful and productive environment. This presentation will step through tailored examples for going barefoot with UNIX for the DB2 DBA.
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A new desk based office system from Kimball Office called Hum looks really great. Is it just my imagination or is it trying to look a bit like its sitting on saw-horses, like something us small office/home office workers would put together? I think there is a bit of a trend in play where by the styling of office systems are trying to capture the spontaneous nature of ad hoc office furniture - its an anti-cubical kind of thing. We'll have to watch for that and identify it when we see it!
Generally all the group worksations are based on this kind of organization - a spine with low partition and shelves, a convex shaped work top, and end caps that can be claimed by either side or used on a temporary basis by a visitor.
They can do the three sided workstation groups which seem to be all the rage since Herman Miller's Resolve was based on this geometry.
Visit their web site for many more photos, and several downloadable PDF brochures on the system. I must say their documents for Hum have a very Vitra vibe to them!


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Who knows when, or why, or how it all came about, but men historically have taken the lead when it comes to grilling. That being the case, the sport of grilling has come to be dominated by images of chest-pounding, fire-breathing, testosterone-marinated men out minding the fire while the women stay a safe distance away.
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One day, while gathered around the grill (we do that a lot), we came up with the grand idea of writing a guide to grilling just for women. We travel around the globe grilling and greeting consumers, and we know from talking to you—our grillfriends—that you are hungry for information, from basic how-to's to more advanced grilling techniques. That fact is confirmed by the number-crunchers in our research department who tell us that more and more women are getting into the sport everyday.
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Window Screen Repair in Loch Arbour New Jersey
A Quick Guide To Window Screen Replacements
Have you installed window screens in your Loch Arbour home? They offer plenty of benefits for homeowners. They allow you to keep the windows open during beautiful, warm weather. The screens allow natural light in your house, which helps in saving on utility bills. Over time, however, they might degrade in quality. The harsh outside elements, your playful pets, and your full of energy kids will all have an impact on your window screens. At some point, you will find yourself needing to replace them. Here are some of the most important things you need to keep in mind for window screen and screen door replacement.
When you see signs of damage to your home window screens, it is imperative to take action immediately. This is because the longer you wait, the greater the damage will be to your screens. You might not realize it right away, but the tiny openings in your broken window screens can lead to pesky pests from entering your property. This is why as soon as you see holes, tears, rips, or any other visible signs of damage, consider having all of your screens repaired or replaced.
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One of the first things that may pop in your head is to do the window screen repair by yourself. Window screens do not have a lot of parts. Mostly, all you have to worry about is the window frame and the screen itself. However, it still takes some skill to get the job done properly. The last thing you want to happen is to commit costly errors that will cost you more money eventually.
For this reason, it makes a lot of sense to enlist the services of a window screen frame replacement specialist near Loch Arbour . The good news is that even though you will be spending money by hiring a pro in Monmouth County, it actually proves to be cost-effective.
The reason for this is that the amount of money you will be shelling out will almost be equal, whether you take the DIY route or call a professional in your area. Yes, hiring a pro for window screen frame replacement in Loch Arbour will cost you a bit more money, when you consider the time you can save by letting somebody else do the job for you, it's easy to see what the better option is.
Cheap Does Not Mean Low Quality
Your Guide To Screen Door Repair
Are you struggling to close your sliding screen door? Does your screen door have a prominent hole in it? Is your screen door refusing to close? If you're having issues with a screen door, you're going to want to resolve those problems as soon as you can. After all, you won't be able to use your screen door until after the problems are taken care of.
Here are a few things you should know about sliding screen door repair.
Make Sure You Have The Right Tools
If you're going to be doing some repairs, you're going to want to make sure you have all of the tools you need. If you don't have the right set of tools, you might not be able to fix your screen door.
So what kinds of tools do you need? You're going to want a lot of basic tools. A hammer is essential, as is a Phillips-head screwdriver. Needlenose pliers can also come in handy. A wood block is another useful tool to have on hand.
Check The Wheels On Your Screen Door
If you've been having problems with a sliding screen door, there's a good chance that the wheels are the culprit. The wheels beneath your door are what keeps it moving smoothly. If something is keeping those wheels from moving like they are supposed to, you might run into issues.
To check on the wheels beneath your screen door, you'll have to remove the door. Remove the door carefully; make sure you don't cause any damage to the screen. Once the door is removed, you can expect the wheels. If you spot debris around the wheels, clean it up. If the wheels are stiff, lubricate them. After the wheels are fixed, you can put your screen door back where it was.
Patching Your Screen Door
If there's a hole in your screen door, you're going to want to patch it up immediately. There are actually kits you can buy for this purpose. A lot of these kits are very easy to use. Head to your local hardware store and see if you can find a patching kit.
While a patch can fix a hole in the short-term, it might not be the best long-term solution. Eventually, you're going to want to replace your old screen with a new one.
Look For Damaged Parts
Sometimes, a screen door stops working because a part of the door is damaged. If you think this might be the case for you, you should inspect your screen door carefully. See if you can spot any problems.
If you do spot a damaged part, you should take a picture of it. Once you've done that, you should take the image into a hardware store. See if they have the right kind of part in stock.
Be Very Cautious
It's extremely easy to damage a screen door. Just one wrong step could completely destroy the screen. When you're handling these kinds of repairs, you need to be careful.
You don't have to rush to fix your screen door. It's okay to take things slowly. If you take a cautious approach, you'll be able to solve your problem without making the issue any worse.
It's also a good idea to get someone to help you. It's easier to fix a screen door when you have some assistance.
Don't Be Afraid To Call A Professional
If you're having a minor issue with your screen door, you should definitely try to fix it yourself. However, if you encounter a problem that you can't handle, you should hire a professional to fix your door for you.
Repairing a screen door is a lot more affordable than you might assume. There are actually a lot of companies out there that will fix a screen door for a low price. If you need help, then you should make sure you get it.
A malfunctioning screen door can cause all kinds of different problems. Thankfully, screen door repair is easier than you might think. There are a number of things that you can do if you need to repair your screen door. If you encounter a problem that you can't fix on your own, you should call a professional as soon as you can.
Cost Of Hiring a window screen frame replacement Professional In Loch Arbour NJ
The first thing you need to do is to identify what kind of damages are present in your window screens. What you should do is to clean the screens in order to see potential problems. You can use a brush or even a vacuum cleaner to get rid of dust and grime in your screens.
Once the damages have been revealed, then you will have an idea of how much money you need to spend. The most common screen problems include rips, holes, and tears. These can be solved by buying screen repair kits found in most hardware stores in Loch Arbour . These kits include patches which can be woven into the areas that need to be covered.
If the window screen frame also has damages, then you may have to replace the entire screen. Yes, this might sound a bit more complicated. However, most retail hardware stores also, with whole screen replacement kits. This should allow you to do the job yourself. But as noted, it still pays to consider hiring somebody else to do the work.
Screen replacement kits come with plenty of reports. Of course, you need to make sure that you are selecting the right materials. If you end up making the wrong decision, you may not get the level of comfort you expect from your window screens. This is another reason why you will want to have a professional with you, as he can offer professional assistance in selecting the best materials for your home.
Find The Best Loch Arbour Window Screen Repair Service Near You To Replace Your Window Screens
There are plenty of Loch Arbour contractors who specialize in window screen replacement. Make sure you do enough research to learn as much as you can about the experience and reputation of the contractor. Don't forget to ask for a detailed estimate of their window screen frame replacement services. Through this, you can see where you will be spending your money. Once you see the estimate you are offered by the contractor, you might just realize how cost-effective it is to hire a professional.
Affordable Options For Your Home
Window Screen Replacement, Replacement Window Screens, And Window Screen Frame Replacement
Are you considering window screen replacement, replacement window screens, or window screen frame replacement? If so, you have come to the right place. If your window screen appears like a quilt of wire mesh patches, you may consider using DIY methods to patch the hole by yourself. Most homeowners are tempted to spend $3-5 to patch the hole themselves in order to avoid paying for replacement window screens. But did you stop to think about the results of such patchwork? In fact, it could result in a visual eyesore and void any warranties you have on the window. That is why you need to hire a professional to repair or replace the window screen. This article provides information on what to consider when replacing a window screen.
There are many options to choose from when buying window screen replacements. Fabric and weaved aluminum are the most popular materials in this regard. The material could vary from flimsy to tight or even perforated metal. In fact, a flimsy screen will allow more light and visibility into the house. But fabric screens can come with a tighter weave which will give less airflow and visibility. On the other hand, a perforated metal screen is quite firm compared to most of the other materials. The tightness of the weave will affect the cost of the screen. The higher the weave tightness range, the pricier the screen would be. In fact, you should expect at least a $5 hike each time the tightness range increases - such as from 30% to 50%, 50% to 80%, and 80% to 90%.
If you are concerned about the costs of hiring a professional to replace the window screens, you can try DIY screen repairs. But the warranty might become void in the process. Hence, you have to consider the pros and cons of DIY before taking this route. If you still insist on doing the work yourself, you should lay the screen frame out flat, and use a screwdriver to remove the spline and screen. Now you can measure how much material you need to replace the screen. When you are purchasing new screen material, make sure the screen is a few inches longer and wider compared to the old screen and spline.
A spline roller will help place the spline into the groove of the frame. You need to start with the short side. Make sure you pull the material tightly when rolling the spline. This will get the tightness that you require. Then approach the long side of the screen. If you find the process of replacing a window screen to be quite messy, you should consider hiring a professional window screen replacement expert on the market.
A professional screen replacement expert will charge you between $50 to $70 depending on many factors. The work should take about 30 minutes the most. If you have only one screen, you can expect to pay a lower price. On the other hand, if you have multiple or large screens, you should expect to pay more for replacement or repairs. A professional will know how to select the best type of spline to hold the screen inside the window. Splines are available in different types such as vinyl, rubber, foam, and plastic. When you need to replace the screen, you should replace the spline too. It is important to get the right type of spline for a proper fit of the screen. That is where a professional screen expert comes in handy. In fact, a homeowner can wrongly cut the screen or damage it by trying to employ DIY methods to save money in the process. But you may have to spend a lot of money to buy another replacement screen if such a thing happens. That is why it is important that you hire a professional window screen expert for the process. There are many reputed and experienced window screen replacement experts on the market. Your research will help pick the right candidate for the job without any problem.
The aforementioned article provides information on what to consider when planning to replace the window screens in your home.


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Quick Toning Buns of SteelTamilee Webb
Year Released: 1994
Categories: Lower Body Strength
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The video is made up of three parts- a morning workout to help you wake up (25 min), an evening workout to help you unwind (25 min), and a relaxation/meditation section (10 min). I love it because you can do all of the tape when you have time, or just do one section.
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Tamilee wears an extremely high cut thong bodysuit which displays her naked bubble butt for all to see---OMG Tamilee put some clothes on!
I have this on a DVD with the abs workout. Mine must be mutant, however, because workout 1 is Tamilee in a different colored outfit and all she does is a warmup and stretch and then we go into workout 2, which, imo is worth the $1 I spent on this DVD. It is 10 minutes of Pretzel and variations on Pretzel. AWESOME. Workout 3 is all squats and lunges done with a step. Also a burner. The ab work is all traditional and not worth the DVD. I'd recommend this for workout 2 alone. The only chaptering is between workouts, so you must FF through the warmup and stretch if you want to do 2 segments.
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Tamilee wears a 1 piece thong leotard in this workout that shows more of Tamilee than I ever wanted to see. :eek: She is, however, knowledgeable and personable and not annoyingly perky. I love her haircut. :)
There was only one review of this video so I decided to throw my opinion in. I bought this for 4 bucks through a Yahoo auction and it's was worth every penny. This is a suprisingly tough lower body workout. But like the previous reviewer stated, it also works the thighs as well. I am used to doing squats with weights so I started the squats in the first section with 5lb weights and quickly had to drop them and go with no weights. My legs were on fire when I was done. I did the first 2 sections together and felt like I got a great leg workout.
As the previous reviewer stated this tape is in 3 15 minute workouts. Great to do on short days or double it up for 30 minutes of strength training. The first segment is primarly squats and lunges. This will really work the quads too. The second segment is very interesting floor work with virtually no knee stress (which is my main problem, I like floor work) I haven't seen these moves before and found them quite effective. One exercise you sit in a modified hurdler position and just lift the knee off the floor. This one was a burner. The third segment you use a step. All in all I really recommend this video.
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As always her form and technique are perfect. She is on her own with this tape and I find her to be very cute and motivating. She gives great tips on technique and safety that would be great for a beginner or unknowledgable exerciser. She does look more natural and at ease from the 2000 series. This tape just may get me hooked on her!
Music: irrelevant
Length: Three 15 minute segments
Energy Level: moderate
Production: ok
3 sets of exercises. Each starts with a brief aerobic warmup and stretch and ends with a short stretch. For me, at least, the first and last sets, especially the last, seem to challenge my thighs a lot more than my rear. I couldn't even get through the routines at first and they still (after a couple of months) make my legs hurt. The middle set consists of floor exercises and these made me feel my buns were getting a workout---but not as much as the Buns of Steel 5 Beginners.


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- ITV Report
Drunken assault MP Eric Joyce avoids jail
Live updates
Ex-MP Eric Joyce to be sentenced for assault
The former Labour MP for Falkirk is to be sentenced today for assaulting two teenage boys in an "unjustified and unprovoked" attack in a shop.
The 54-year-old was found guilty of two counts of common assault against the boys, aged 14 and 15, at Westminster Magistrates' Court earlier this month.
District Judge John Zani has said that "all options including imprisonment will be considered".
Falkirk MP: 'Very significant victory' for Unite
Falkirk MP Eric Joyce called the findings of Labour's Falkirk candidate selection inquiry "a very significant victory" for the tactics and strategy of the Unite leadership over senior party officials.
Mr Joyce also told ITV News that the timing of Labour's announcement was "inauspicious":
Eric Joyce facing charges after airport incident
Police say MP Eric Joyce is facing charges of breach of the peace following an incident at Edinburgh Airport on Sunday.
Eric Joyce involved in 'margins of the fracas'
What I said in the very first instance when I put a small, or probably too large release out over the internet, it turned out to be essentially the truth and the fact is there's no further action.
I don't feel particularly joyous about that. I was involved in the margins of the fracas and clearly it was the first time I had been back in a bar for over a year.
That was a shame. But the fact is the police have looked at it now for two weeks and there is to be no further action.
'Insufficient evidence' Eric Joyce committed an offence
The Crown Prosecution Service has said there was "insufficient evidence" that Eric Joyce MP had committed an offence after he was arrested on suspicion of assault and ABH following an incident outside a bar in the House of Commons.
Although there appears to have been an incident on the evening in question, evidence obtained from witnesses contained multiple inconsistencies and there is insufficient evidence that Mr Joyce committed any offence.
On this basis, we have concluded there is insufficient evidence to support a realistic prospect of conviction and that no further action should be taken.
MP Eric Joyce won't face charges after Parliament arrest
Police are not going to take any further action over the MP Eric Joyce after he was arrested on suspicion of assault and ABH following an incident outside a bar in the House of Commons.
Eric Joyce hits back at 'alcoholic' claims in website post
The MP arrested after an alleged brawl in a parliamentary bar denied he was drunk at the time and hit out at claims he was an alcoholic.
In a posting on his website, Eric Joyce insisted he had consumed "by any standards a very modest amount" and criticised a decision by officials to bar him from drinking at Parliament.
And, amid calls for him to quit after the second such incident in recent years, he defended his "diligence" as the independent constituency MP for Falkirk.
Mr Joyce resigned from the Labour Party last year after being fined and handed a three-month pub and bar ban for punching and head-butting fellow MPs.
He was arrested on suspicion of assault on Thursday after an altercation at the Sports and Social Club apparently over taking a glass out to a smoking area.
The former soldier was released on bail yesterday.
The MP said he was limited in his responses to reports about him as he wanted to "respect the police inquiry".
But in a series of points he sought to correct what he said were false reports about his health and general behaviour.
- ITV Report
Bailed MP barred from drinking alcohol at Commons
Independent MP Eric Joyce has been released on bail tonight after a day of questioning about a late night brawl in the House of Commons bar.Read the full story ›
Eric Joyce leaves police station in central London
An MP arrested after a late-night brawl in the House of Commons has been released on police bail.
On leaving the police station, Eric Joyce said: "no charges have been brought at the moment."
Eric Joyce: 'No charges brought at the moment'
An MP arrested after a late-night brawl in the House of Commons has been released on police bail.
On leaving a central London police station, Eric Joyce said: "no charges have been brought at the moment."
The MP left the Labour Party after headbutting a Tory MP in a Commons bar last year.


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Masters' Thesis
Re-curating the Accident: Speedrunning as Community and Practice
Rainforest Scully-Blaker (September/2016)
This thesis is concerned with speedrunning, the practice of completing a video game as quickly as possible without the use of cheats or cheat devices as well as the community of players that unite around this sort of play. As video games become increasingly ubiquitous in popular media and culture, the project of accounting for and analysing how people interact with these pieces of software becomes more relevant than ever before. As such, this thesis emerges as an initiatory treatment of a relatively niche segment of game culture that has gone underrepresented in extant game and media scholarship. The text begins by discussing speedrunning as a community. By chronicling the community's beginnings on SpeedDemosArchive.com and examining its growth with the emergence of contemporary content hosting sites like YouTube and Twitch, this thesis presents speedrunning as a collaborative and fast-growing community of practice made up of players who revel in playing games quickly. From there, an analysis of space and speed, both natural and virtual, is undertaken with a view to understanding how speedrunning as a practice relates to games as narrative spaces. Discussions of rule systems in games and within the speedrunning community itself follow. It is ultimately argued that speedrunning is a museum of accidents, a re-curating of a game according to what this thesis calls its explicit rules. This claim is expanded upon through the coining of a concept dubbed curatorial play as well as several case studies of developer responses to various games being speedrun.
A Rhizomatic Reimagining of Nintendo's Hardware and Software History
Marilyn Sugiarto (April/2017)
Since 1985, the American video game market and its consumers have acknowledged the significance of Nintendo on the broader development of the industry; however, the place of Nintendo in the North American history primarily focuses on the company's most successful hardware in their catalogue. This study takes a multidisciplinary approach to reconceptualise the popularized history of Nintendo and challenge the positivistic narrative that privileges the most profitable innovations. While the Nintendo Entertainment System and the Wii are influential hardware creations worthy of their dedicated literature, the generalized history of interim consoles lacks necessary critical analysis; and formal literature on the company tends to discuss failed consoles in relation to their popularized predecessors or successors. Inspired by Deleuzoguattarian theory, Nintendo's creative ideology of lateral thinking and repurposing of outdated technology is examined through a temporal synthesis of deterritorialized and reterritorialized innovative design. This theoretical framework takes consideration of the connectivity and flows of ideas in an experimental milieu, rather than focusing on their most profitable developments. Perceiving the video game industry and Nintendo, within a rhizomatic space, informs a different perspective of Nintendo's hardware and software history. Overall, this reconceptualization of Nintendo allows for an alternative understanding of the video game industry as a rhizomatic network of creative and experimental thought, which can emphasize a non-linear approach to the history of video game products.
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Cholesterol is a type of fat found in all of your body's cells. Your body needs cholesterol to work properly. In order to get to all of your cells, cholesterol needs to travel through the bloodstream. Proteins form a shell around the cholesterol, making a "cholesterol complex." It is then released into the bloodstream and travels to where it needs to go.
A protein that is linked to cholesterol is called a "lipoprotein." You have probably heard about "good cholesterol" and "bad cholesterol."
The cholesterol complex or lipoprotein that can be bad is called "LDL". LDL stands for low-density lipoprotein. Normally, LDLs transport cholesterol from your liver and deliver it to the tissues that need it. But, if you have a lot of LDLs left over after all of your tissues have been taken care of, the LDLs will "let go" of the extra cholesterol while traveling through your blood.
The good lipoprotein, which is also the "good cholesterol" is called "HDL". HDL stands for high-density lipoprotein. HDL is "good", because it picks up the extra cholesterol that was dropped off by the LDL's.
This is why it is good to have high levels of HDL in your system, and low levels of LDL. Think of "H" for "high" to help you remember this about HDL. And "L" stands for low, which is a way to remember that you want low levels of LDL.