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By the American essayist, poet, and leader of the Transcendentalist movement in the early nineteenth century. He is often identified as the first writer to develop a uniquely American literary style and vision, rather than following in the footsteps of his contemporaries who were strongly influenced by their British cultural heritage. He was considered one of the great orators of the time. His outspoken, uncompromising support for abolitionism later in life caused protest and jeers from crowds when he spoke on the subject. He formulated and first expressed the philosophy of Transcendentalism in his essay Nature (1836) which was the first significant work to establish this new way of looking at the Americas and its raw, natural environment. Emerson's Collected Essays: First (1841) and Second (1844) Series, including his seminal essays on History, Self-Reliance, Compensation, Spiritual Laws, Love, Friendship, Prudence, Heroism, The Over-soul, Circles, Intellect, and Art in the first and The Poet, Experience, Character, Manners, Gifts, Nature, Politics, and Nominalist and Realist in the second, is considered to be one of the 100 greatest books of all time.
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The NBA season is right around the corner, starting off with the Knicks v.s Cavaliers on Tuesday night. After blowing a 3-1 lead in the NBA Finals the Golden State Warriors are the favorites to come out the conference for the 3rd year in a row. The Warriors lost key players in Andrew Bogut, Harrison Barnes, and Festus Ezeli but offset that by adding former MVP and All-Star Kevin Durant, David West, and ZaZa Pachulia. As for the rest of the Conference there wasn't much change. We lost three future Hall of Famers to retirement when Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan, and Kevin Garnett all hung their sneakers up this offseason. They left an indelible legacies and their greatness will be felt throughout the league for years to come. With the sudden influx of money players like CJ McCollum, James Harden, and Russell Westbrook benefitted the most and signed big money extensions to stay with their franchises. After an eventful offseason the new Western Conference will certainly be more competitive and fun to watch once again. After preseason study and research it's time to roll the red carpet for my predictions for this new NBA season.
The Playoffs:
- Golden State Warriors:
This should be obvious. These Warriors are the overwhelming favorite to make it out of the Western Conference. The Splash Bros have adopted a new member with the addition of Kevin Durant. The main question is how will their signature depth defense be tested this offseason. We all see how the knee injury Andrew Bogut sufferred unraveled the Warriors interior offense and Kyrie Irving and LeBron James and feasted on it. Can they count on Durant, ZaZa Pachulia, and JaVale McGee to protect the rim when James and Irving enter the paint? How will coach Steve Kerr utilize Andre Iguodala and Shaun Livingston as well as the rest of the Warriors Bench Mob during the regular season? As much of a lock the Warriors seem to have they do have chinks in that formidable amour.
2. San Antonio Spurs:
Tim Duncan is gone, and Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili are seemingly entering the final phases of their Hall of Fame careers. Enter LaMarcus Aldridge and Kawhi Leonard. This is now their team and it's on this duo to guide this team to success just as was expected by Tim Duncan. The Spurs are fortunate to have the best coach in the game in Greg Popovich, a man who will get the most out of everyone on his roster. Expect more of the same from this consistently great franchise.
3. Los Angelous Clippers:
This is a make or break season for the Clippers. Both Blake Griffin and Chris Paul have opt-out options in their contracts after this season. If they cannot make at least the conference finals this team may get blown up. There is no reason to not expect Blake Griffin to wrest more control from Chris Paul and have the offense run through him as a secondary playmaker. Defense and depth have always been major issues for this team and it seems like those same issues will rear their ugly heads once again.
4. Portland Trail Blazers:
The Trail Blazers will go as far as Damien Lillard and CJ McCollum will lead them. They have stock as the second best backcourt in the league behind the Warriors backcourt. The Blazers essentially are running it back just with the addition of Evan Turner to help upgrade the bench with Allen Crabbe. This will be one of the more entertaining and fiery teams to watch, as they proved they aren't afraid to take it to anybody after fighting valiantly against the Warriors in the second round the playoffs last season.
5. Houston Rockets :
Mike D'Antoni and James Harden are a match made in heaven. The newly minted point guard will have even more control of the offense. The Bearded playmaker/scorer will have the ball in his hands and the Rockets offense will be as explosive as before. Offseason acquisition in Ryan Anderson and Eric Gordon will help spread the court for Hardens signature eurostep layups and tough step back jumpers.
6. Dallas Mavericks:
Will this season be the swan song Dirk Nowitzki? Can Harrison Barnes prove that he is capable of being a featured scorer? Which version of Wesley Matthew will we see this season? How much does Deron Williams have left in the tank? This is a stagnant team and the hope is that it won't be one that wastes the remaining years of Nowitzki's illustrious career.
7. Oklahoma City Thunder:
2016-2017 will be the year that we as fans can say that Russell Westbrook unleashed unprecedented fire to any and everyone who dare stand in his way to the rim and a win. After a long and difficult offseason Westbrook can finally go back to doing what he loves, playing fast and assaulting rims with passion not seen since was Michael Jordan and a young Kobe Bryant were kings of the court. The favorite for the MVP will be must-watch tv all season long. If he can guide this Thunder to at least 50 wins he could have a real chance at the award.
8. Utah Jazz
This is the year that Gordon Hayward and Derrick Favors bring everything together and lead this Jazz team to the playoffs. Despite early Injuries to both veterans, all signs are pointing to this season being the season they live up to lofty expectations. They have a tough underrated defense to lean on and a bonafide scored in Hayward who can hit shots in clutch situations.
Just Missed it:
Minnesota Timberwolves
Karl-Anthony Towns, Andrew Wiggins, and Zach Lavine are ready to make that next step towards making their franchise relevant again, but it just isn't meant to be this season. The addition of Tom Thibodeau will make them a better team but the West is just to stacked and deep at the 5-8 seeds for them to make noise. They will be one of the most if not the most exciting teams to watch due to the rim attacks from Andrew Wiggins and Zach Lavine but they may have to wait one more year to enter into the mainstream NBA conscious.
Memphis Grizzlies
The Grizzlies are officially back t0 100% health. After a tumultuous season they should return to the grit and grind they're famous for that has made them one of the toughest opponents for years now. Armed with a huge contract, Mike Conley will have to prove that he worth the most lucrative contract in history despite having not many accolades. Will they have enough offense to withstand barrages from teams like the Warriors and Trail Blazers though? According to history of this franchise the answer is leaning towards no.
The Rest:
New Orleans Pelicans:
Just not a good enough supporting cast around Anthony Davis. This franchise is going to end up waisting away Anthony Davis' youth because they can't sign the guys needed to match their star players unique skill set.
Sacramento Kings:
The kings of mismanagement and discourse.
Denver Nuggets:
The development of guys like Emmanuel Mudiay, Jamal Murray, and trading away someone like Kenneth Faried will help this team come back to relevancy. A team that is just on the cusp but need a little more help.
Phoenix Suns:
Another team that needs to develop and nurture its key young guys and just a trade or two away from reaching relevancy once again. The potential of Devin Booker will have the Suns front office salivating at how lucky they're to have such a great player.
Los Angelous Lakers:
This roster will grow and learn with new coach Luke Walton. All signs are indicating that this once great franchise is eager to learn and make the most of the teachings that a former champion like Luke Walton has. Waltons development of DeAngelo Russell, Jordan Clarkson, and Brandon Ingram will be pertinent to the future success of this franchise.Expect a lot of growing pains along with the flashes of greatness.

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How to Identify Payday Loan Scams for Students Online?
The convenience of payday loans make them one of the most sought after deals online. In fact most of the borrowers of payday loans are those with low credit score or unstable source of income. Many people living on benefits or part time or self employed income also use payday loans as a gap fill loan arrangement. However being a student you need to be wary of payday loans.The convenience of payday loans make them one of the most sought after deals online. In fact most of the borrowers of payday loans are those with low credit score or unstable source of income. Many people living on benefits or part time or self employed income also use payday loans as a gap fill loan arrangement. However being a student you need to be wary of payday loans.
If you are less than 18 years, you should never borrow payday loans for students. In order to loan for their very urgent cash requirements, a student should be at least minimum of 18 years of age and hold some source of income to repay the loan. A lot of loan sharks are always on a look out for easy victims for loan scams. You need to be wary of them. For, they work on your emotional, social and psychological factors and offer too-good-to-be-true deals.
Being a student who has some source of temporary income, if you want to borrow a small amount, say to fund your university project or to update your personal website or for any other project, it is recommended to deal through a registered or experienced loan broker only. For, a lot of fake companies also thrive on internet.
Who are brokers? Brokers are not the lenders themselves. They are the loan advisors who act in conjunction with you to search for the most affordable deals. They will help you find a low cost deal at the best price. They will help you compare if you need payday loans or short term loans for students UK. When you borrow with professional help you are less likely to make common borrowing mistakes.
Here is a quick list to identify loan sharks or loan scams for students online:
1. First Point of contact Where did you meet the loan provider? The first point of contact is very important. For, most loan sharks are spread out to public places to search for their victims. According to a recent news report public places including game zones, clubs, pharmacy shops and even school gates are not spared by loan sharks. Being a student, you may welcome a bigger financial fiasco if you borrow from a fake firm or an individual. A lot of private brokers run special support groups to help students find the best alternative to borrow at less price. You can fill a form and they get in touch as soon as they receive the request. A legitimate firm will never make a first point of contact.
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3. Interest Rate always find out how much is being charged as interest rate. Currently the FCA has placed a cap of £24 on £100 payday loan for a month. Make sure you are not charged more than this amount on the name of interest.
4. Loan Repayment Schedule A legitimate lender would also share a repayment schedule after finalising the loan agreement. If you do not get a clear loan repayment date, it is bound to be a trap. Typically payday loans are offered to people on fixed income only and are expected to be repaid on or before the next payday. If the lender asks you to apply for payday loans on instalments or payday loans for 8 weeks or more, beware of these frauds.
A professional loan broker's support works like a shield to protect you from fake loan offers prevalent online. Besides you can use these handy tips and learn how to locate a fair loan deal online.


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No Borderlines
by Andrew Foote
Chapter 11
Cathy's father was in the best possible hands, and as all the indications pointed toward a full if rather slow recovery, she took the decision to get back to Tresgillith later that evening. The downside was, she insisted that Aruno came back with her to the house. He didn't want to go, but it did give me breathing space and a chance to sort things out in my head.
Being in the pub by myself after having company for well over a week was a hardship. I missed the pair of them, Aruno especially. Telly was rubbish – nothing too unusual there but then I couldn't settle into reading, so I found myself pacing around looking for jobs that needed doing but then, unable to find any, I helped myself to a very stiff whiskey and sat down at the piano and began to play Moonlight Sonata – definitely not a good idea.
I played blues, but that only served to lower my mood so I opted for Chopin which didn't help either, so slamming the lid shut making the strings crash together discordantly, I swallowed the whiskey in one mouthful making me cough then made my way upstairs to bed.
It was one of those nights. Hot and humid so I lay naked on top of the sheets and after what seemed like an age, I drifted off to sleep but my slumber was full of erotic dreams like the ones I'd had during puberty but one dream – the final one of the night, didn't end-before-the-end, it lasted to the point where I woke with a start believing it was going to be a wet one. I went to take hold of myself in an attempt to stem the flow but my hand collided with a head – Aruno's head. I was balls-deep in his mouth, and with no time to warn him, I came massively.
Groggy and flustered, not even wondering how or why Aruno was with me, I stammered an apology.
"Oh God…… I'm sorry about that. I couldn't have stopped it even if I'd tried.
Are you alright? What the hell are you even doing here?"
"I am fine Mimi-cu. The question is rather, are you alright, and anyway, why would you want to stop it? Is it that you don't want to give me the gift of your seed?"
"Just at this moment, I couldn't refuse you anything. It's just that you took me by surprise, and on that subject? How did you manage to get in? Didn't I lock the doors?"
"Your window is open? An easy climb? The pub is locked so please don't be concerned."
"Does Cathy know where you are?"
"No. She is asleep and um…… Mr Rob is with her."
"Good. It's past time they got together."
"Not jealous of him?"
"There are many things you don't understand. I love Cathy. She is very important to me but as a friend, a very close and special friend who's as close to me as any member of my family, but my only desire is that she finds happiness, and okay, Rob can act like an overgrown child sometimes, but deep down he's got a heart of gold.
They're right together Aruno. I'm pleased for both of them."
"I do understand this Mimi-cu. One day you will also understand how I know what I know."
"Tell me now?"
"Make coffee. Then I tell you."
"Our tribe elders and wise men keep a book. This book tells of the past and what is to come.
In this book, many things are spoken of and one of these was written about over two hundred summers ago.
A visitor to our tribe – a visitor gifted in the magic of healing would visit. This visitor was a woman from a far-off land, unable to speak our tongue, but eager to learn and in exchange, she would bring her magic and use it for the benefit of our people. She would be welcomed, not cast out and she, together with her baby son would learn the ways of the jungle and become full and honoured members of our tribe.
Mimi-cu? This visitor was my mother, and I, her baby son."
"All this was foretold?"
"Yes. I have seen the writing myself.
This writing also says that Boy Child and his mother have to leave. The village are very unhappy, but then, two summers later they return. Mother has bonded with a man, Boy Child has a Mimi-cu and also Boy Child has found his sister who also has bonded with a man and they come back to the village in strange boats and live out their lives in a productive and happy way."
"So what you're saying is…… your Mother and her man, you and I together with Cathy and…… whoever…… go and live in Brazil?"
"It is written my Mimi-cu. We cannot question it."
"Strange boats?"
"Two hundred summers ago, all boats other than dug-outs would be strange.
I cannot answer your question.
There is one other thing I've not shared with you."
"I must go back Mimi-cu. My destiny is such that I become our tribal Chief. Not only that, but my mother attends to our sick people and you – my Mimi-cu? You educate our young so they are able to communicate and have an understanding of the world outside the village but not enough to change our way of life. My sister will have babies and together with her man, will raise them in the ways of our village but also educated here in England so when they grow, they too will be elders, wise in all things so the village can prosper."
"That's a big ask. No that's not right, it's an impossible ask. You speak of strange boats and I'm assuming you mean Conqueror and the Marion S? How on earth do we get them over to the other side of the equator? We can't just head out like we're on a fishing trip, it doesn't work like that Aruno?
We can't be sure that Cathy and…… whoever…… would even consider going, and then I have to think about the pub. What will my Mum do with me out of the way?"
"If these problems were no longer problems, would you come with me?"
"Yes I would, but these problems are problems!"
"It is written Mimi-cu. These problems will evaporate.
You must remember, I can only have one Mimi-cu. You are he and he comes with me."
"We could bounce this around all day and still not reach a satisfactory understanding, but you say two summers? We have time to think about things."
I looked at him but aside from that signature sideways glance, he showed no emotion.
"You're not upset about what I said?"
"No? Why should I be upset Mimi-cu?
I know what will happen. I know that everything I have told you will come to pass. I understand why you do not, but it is of no consequence. The Gods will find ways to make everything happen.
You are right though. There is much to think about. Mother has yet to bond, Catherine and Rob are new together – he might not even be her man, but I think he is. This place, your Mothers future, everything has yet to become clear."
"Only time will tell I suppose."
I looked out at the dawn and realised it was going to be hot and with nothing else better to occupy my mind other than Aruno's pronouncements and the need to stay focused, I decided to open up even though it was only Wednesday.
"Come on. You do the bottling up and I'll clean the pipes and tap the barrels. Let's open the pub shall we?"
We have a stupid tradition. We hoist flags to tell people when we're open – one being the Cornish flag of a white cross on a black background but also the Union flag, from which we fly both from a flagpole on the roof and at 10.30 they were flying.
Cathy and Rob turned up arm in arm at 10 looking happy, if slightly tired.
"Opening on a Wednesday Simeon? Is there something going on that I've missed?"
"Boredom more like. I reckon it's better to be occupied than just kicking my heels around here doing nothing. I don't think we'll get any takers but it brought you two out so why not?"
"Will you be doing food?"
"Wholesalers don't deliver 'til tomorrow so probably not. We had such a good week last week so there's not much to offer, even if we had any interest."
"What do you need, like desperately?"
"Salad stuff mainly. Oh and fish – we are almost out of everything, otherwise I can wait it out."
"Rob and I can drive to Helston and get the fish and salad stuff is easy enough. Make up a list and we're on our way."
"Well that would be very good of you if you could. I mean if we're slack, at least I could do some prepping up rather than leaving it til tomorrow."
"Fine. I'll go and get the car while you decide what you need." And with that, Cath left Rob and I to finish our coffee.
"Made it up then Rob?"
"Yeah and does it ever feel good!
Can I, like say something? Something private?"
"Fire away."
"It was just something she said last night, something about you and her brother."
"Ah. So what did she say?"
"Look, I'm sorry for shoving my nose in where it isn't wanted but…… oh shit this is difficult."
"Just spit it out Rob!"
"Alright. She said that he has something of a soft spot for you. Is that true?"
"Yes. More than just a little. He calls me his Mimi-cu."
"Yes, and I suspect I know what your next question is going to be, so why don't you just go ahead and ask it?"
"Okay. What the fuck does that mean?"
"Boy God."
Rob spluttered over his drink.
" Boy God!!"
"Yeah – Boy God, and by the way, you're meant to drink coffee, not inhale it."
"But that's absolutely priceless! "
"Not to him it isn't. He means it, so don't go taking the piss out of him."
"I've no intention of doing anything like that – honest, but how do you feel about it?"
"Mixed feelings I guess. At first I was shocked that he could feel that way, but there's something you should try and understand.
In his culture, up until three weeks ago, the only culture he's ever known, such things are seen as perfectly acceptable, normal even, and while we still have hang-ups when it comes to same sex relationships, where he's from there are no such misgivings. He's an adult back there in his village and is free to choose, but here? He is having not a little difficulty understanding that he's still a child and at his age, definitely not acceptable behaviour."
"So, you kind of slapped him down then?"
"No I didn't, and so now here's the frightening bit.
I have feelings towards him too. Feelings I've never before experienced, and it really bothers me."
"You…… love him?"
"I reckon so. I'm not proud of it either."
"We're all different Simeon. If you love him then you should feel proud, and especially of him."
"But he's only fourteen Rob! I'm seventeen and it just isn't right!"
"Does it feel right for you, like deep down?"
"Then as you both feel the same way towards each other, he's not about to go telling anyone, neither are you and you can be sure I'm not going to, just get on with your lives.
I had quite a chat with him last evening, he was animated, happy and laughing. Now does that sound like your archetypal abused child to you?"
"No but……"
"Stop with the sodding buts why don't you? From what you've told me, he has nothing to fear from you and everything to be happy about. You want each other then go for it!"
"Thanks Rob. You don't have any qualms about having a gay mate?"
"I often wondered if you might be what with you and Cathy being so damned close yet with no signs of romance? No, I'm totally cool with it, and one other thing? Your sexuality is your business and yours alone, so that's one other thing that stays with me.
Now what on earth is keeping her?"
We weren't busy, trade was steady, also we did do a few meals which made opening worthwhile, but then at one o'clock Cath took a phone call.
"Simeon? It's your Mum for you."
I left the bar to Aruno and went through to take it.
"Hello Mum? How are you feeling?"
"Much better thanks.
Why are you open on a Wednesday?"
"Bored! It was worth it though."
"Nice work son.
I plan on coming home tomorrow. Peter is going to drive me back in my car then I can do the short run to the station so he can get the train back."
"I don't want you driving just after your operation Mum. I'll get either Cathy or Rob to run him."
"Rob? Rob Adams?"
"Yes. He and Cathy are dating."
"Isn't he a bit wayward for her?"
"He's changed. You'll like the new version!"
"What about her brother?"
"Aruno? He's fine. He's been with me here and been working his bits off."
"Sounds as if I'm surplus to requirements."
"We've coped very well, so much so in fact, you can convalesce safe in the knowledge that the business isn't about to go under!
It'll be good to have you home Mum."
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Thank you for joining me in Building a Bridge to God's Word! Your support to the translation work in Africa is bringing "good news" to those who are still waiting for the Bible in their own language. Your monthly, annual, or single gift can easily be shared right here.
Ministry Update!
I am so blessed to be a part of this translation ministry, and you are a part of this ministry too. I am so thankful for your partnership over the year and so thankful for everything that you have done to help build this Bridge to God's Word!
Latest News
January 24
The Africa Area translation teams will meet for a translator's workshop. Though Carla won't attend, she helped to prepare the material being taught. It's great to see our translator's increasing their learning!
January 17
Carla continues to have her weekly coffee time. Feel free to stop by and chat about the Bible, Bible translation, or anything else on your mind!
Carla is working through the book of Romans with a team in West Africa.
September 15
Carla will be co-teaching a class at Community Church called Bible Connections
September 6
Community Church women's ministry presents Heroes of Faith: Women who changed the world through missions. Carla will speak on women missionaries who have influenced missions.
August 17
Carla will speak at the Faith at Work women's study on the history of the Bible
This month will be focused on revising the book of Mark for another West African language.
May 28
Happy Birthday, Carla!
May 17
Final day of French classes at UW-Oshkosh!
This month's main task is checking the book of Luke for a West African language group.
Call for Advocates!
As I continue my support raising journey, I am continually looking for new people who will be interested in my ministry. One way to find new people is through those who are already on my team. I am looking for a team of people to be advocates - people who will introduce me to people and opportunities to share my ministry. Do you know of a church, small group, or friends that would be interested in my ministry? Join my Advocate Team! You will be featured on my website as an Advocate.


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JAKARTA (TheInsiderStories) – The Indonesian government plans to impose 200 per cent fines on taxpayers who haven't sent back or repatriated their wealth from overseas. Authorities are now setting their sights on those who did not full their commitment during the tax amnesty.
The Tax Office at the Finance Ministry has repeatedly said that once the program ended, its officers would hunt down unreported assets and slap evaders with a hefty penalty of 200 per cent of their original tax bills.
Tax officials collected Rp138 trillion (approx. US$9.6 billion) in repatriated funds by December 2017, but the total of overseas assets brought home was still below the taxpayers' commitment Rp147 trillion (US$10.2 billion).
"Still there is a shortfall of Rp9 trillion (US$630 million) and we will go after it," said Director General of Taxes Robert Pakpahan on Friday (5/1).
Last year, more than 800,000 people signed up for the amnesty scheme. Among them were a number of high-profile taxpayers. They included former President Suharto's son Tommy, tycoon Aburizal Bakrie, the Thohir brothers and the Riady family.
Funds from Singapore repatriated by Indonesians accounted for more than half of the total amount sent back under the country's landmark tax amnesty scheme: more than 57 per cent, or Rp84.52 trillion, was sent from Singapore.
Singapore also accounted for most of the assets declared under the program, or 73 per cent, amounting to Rp751.19 trillion.
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The amnesty scheme has, however, fallen short of expectations as it draws to a close, realizing only a fraction of the government's target of 1,000 trillion rupiah, which some had dismissed as overly ambitious.
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Can We Consider Fixing this Economy from the Bottom?, By Simbo Olorunfemi
…it appears that we are so obsessed with the top that we have lost sight of the bottom and possible lessons and opportunities that might be found there. We have taken so much risk with the top. Why not try something out with those at the bottom? The textbook does not say so?
Economics is no exact science, we are told. But it does appear that to a school of thought whose hands have been more evident in shaping the economic direction of Nigeria, over the years, managing the economy is one esoteric science that only a coterie of experts are supposed to have an understanding of. One over which they enjoy a monopoly of knowledge. Yet, in the hands of this school, there has only been more of movement with little motion. Yet, when things go wrong, as they have often done, they shift the blame and place it on the patient. They led us on to the path of devaluation, promised foreign direct investment in return. We opened the window and those with a pile of forex to ship out have simply done so leaving us empty-handed. They now say it is our fault – we didn't do it early enough. They now remember that the fundamentals are not in place. As if we did not say so then, in calling for caution, in throwing the naira under the bus.
Could it be that, as some of us have argued, we do not really have the correct diagnosis of the problem? If we have the wrong diagnosis, how then can we have the right prescriptions? Is it not possible that what ails the system, in fact, lies beyond what some fiscal and monetary mumbo-jumbo fixes? I am only a road-side analyst, but I have long held that the under-belly of a lot of what is wrong with us bears little or no resemblance with the super-structure. If that is the case, we will realise that unless we dig deep to address the warped socio-psychological fundamentals aided and abetted by a dysfunctional legal and political framework, we might only be beating about the bush, seeking solutions in textbooks written for a scenario different from ours.
The challenge, over the years, has been that when the attention of our experts is drawn to the ontological peculiarities of life here, they seem to assume they do not matter. They shut other views up and simply open another page in their book of jaded concepts to try another trick on the guinea-pig. While there are out-of-the-box ideas out there requiring a bottom-up approach, they fastidiously hold on to different threads all built on the trickle-down philosophy, whose outcomes are already compromised by factors not envisaged by the textbook. They seem to think it is all about ramming down one policy down the throats, when in fact, some of those drafting policies are active participants in the sabotage to ensure they never work, as intended.
The manifestations of that disconnect between policy and outcomes are all over us, yet we refuse to learn from them. Even with the numerous interventions in the financial system, the rigging machinery embedded therein has been largely left intact. The k-leg in the system invariably finds its way to pollute the waters of programmes and policies that emanate from the public sector. The same elements who owe the banks, who occupy top places on the AMCON list of debtors, are the same ones who bought up public enterprises at give-away prices. They are the same ones who benefited from one intervention fund or the other. The same people who rigged the banks, as Directors and Borrowers, are active players in every other scheme. Some who got generous mentions in the subsidy scam are among those who received licences to generate or distribute electricity. The banks are exposed to these people on multiple fronts, hence the high ratio of non-performing loans. That is somehow linked to the problem we are faced with in the electricity sector. The banks, of course, know those behind the veil, and are finally holding back further funding of the new toys and acquisitions of the usual suspects, hence many of the DISCOs are dancing in one spot, shorn of wings to fly, as owners will not inject cash into the business. So, privatisation that was supposed to be one quick-fix has largely become a curse. The ruse it was from foundation has only become more evident with time.
Roll the dice several times, the same actors come on top. The game had been pre-rigged and programmed to throw up the same results. At the core of it all is a rotten banking system. It is the same banks that gave money out to mop up their own shares and artificially drive up prices that led to the crash of the capital market. The same ones where insider abuse reign and Director-related exposures are the norm. At the centre of all that is wrong with our system, you find the banks. So is it that whatever initiative or policy is pushed out is simply hijacked for compromise by the same elements, who connive with the top guys in banking, to ensure that it never achieves stated objectives. The level of bare-faced criminality undertaken by the banks on behalf of equally crooked clients is simply mind-boggling. The Money Laundering Act is there, the KYC requirements are there, observed by the banks for only for those who do not matter. If you ask me how the patient one was able to open and managed the dollar-denominated accounts with such volume of transaction without eyebrows raised by the banks and the NFIU, who do I ask? If you say such could not have been done without the active co-operation and supervision of the top guys in those banks, who am I to contest it? Many of the banks are actively working now to cover the tracks laid bare by the introduction of the BVN. The senior lawyers are busy seeking loopholes in the laws to help the rogues make away with the loot. They are looking at the judiciary seeking who and how to compromise the system to get away with the robbery on the public purse.
It is mostly those in the value-added ventures, those genuinely involved in manufacturing, professionals on the fringes of the service economy, the semi-formal world of entrepreneurs and the hoi-polloi in the informal sector that are feeling the pinch of a lack of liquidity in the right hands.
That is the reason why we are where we are. How do you frame whatever monetary and fiscal fixes when there are so many leaks in the system? So, when we argue that the problem is beyond some quick-fix policy and Midas touch of one Wizard, this is what we mean. You cannot even tell for sure what is where, who has what, and where it is. The books are so cooked up that they throw spanners in the plans even before they leave the desk. So much needs to be fixed in terms of regulation to force upon the system a hard reset. Fix banking and a lot of the other things will simply fall in place.
The popular sentiment out there, echoed by some highly cerebral and dutiful Senators, is that there is a squeeze in the system on account of the Treasury Single Account (TSA) policy implemented by the government. Some even go as far as citing the policy under which public funds were pooled into a basket to give managers of the economy a window to view and a platform to manage it as the cause of the recession. But you might ask: How much lending to the real sector did the banks do before the implementation of the TSA policy?
Banks might not be lending, but how much is that due to the TSA policy? When was it that our Banks ever supported the real sector? When they choose to look at the real sector, it is under conditions that defy logic. The bulk of their exposure is to the same elements whose names and aliases dot the list of chronic debtors to banks and AMCON. There is no liquidity, they say, yet the Central Bank has been battling for ages with excess liquidity in the system. Back in the day, the CBN's weapon was the stabilisation security randomly issued to mop up excess liquidity in the system and keep the inflation rate under control. These days, the Treasury bills are routinely issued to raise funds for the public sector and mop up excess liquidity. The CBN is mopping up N952 billion from the system in the last quarter of this year. Yet, someone says there is no liquidity in the system.
The problem we have is not that of liquidity in the system but illiquidity in the sectors that really need the infusion of capital. And that has absolutely nothing to do with the TSA. It is mostly those in the value-added ventures, those genuinely involved in manufacturing, professionals on the fringes of the service economy, the semi-formal world of entrepreneurs and the hoi-polloi in the informal sector that are feeling the pinch of a lack of liquidity in the right hands. And that has little or nothing to do with the shenanigans in the banking industry, as the banks have hardly ever looked in their direction. There has never been any real lending to these ones who need it the most. And that is simply because the system was not configured to lend to the real sector.
Indeed, the squeeze on the corruption industry has its own consequences on cash-flow across many sectors, but that can hardly be helped as an economy built on the quicksand of proceeds of corruption is only a false one and is definitely not sustainable. Even in the face of much blackmail, it is suicidal to pull back on the squeeze on corruption. There are too many holes in the basket that many are exploring to rig they system. Fixing the economy cannot be done in isolation of a systemic overhaul, deeply rooted in our way of life, and the insatiable greed of the power elite.
…we need out-of-the-box-thinking around initiatives that can empower the most vulnerable who have learnt to survive without support from government to engender all-inclusive development. I have canvassed a link between the conditional cash-transfer scheme and the health insurance programme. I have also proposed an internship scheme linked to the country's tax system…
The question is: Can we fix the economy simply by way of fiscal and monetary interventions without first fixing the fundamentals that shape the way we run the system? Is our economy in the state it is because of our mind-set or is our mind-set the way it is because of the state of the economy? Is our problem that of expertise and policy or one founded on the wrong value system making nonsense of even the best of policies? Are we where we are simply on account of wrong-headed policies or is it more to do with our hard-headed thinking and penchant for poor choices, even in the little things?
Our choices are not inspiring. We are held back by the same tired principles that place premium on free-wheeling in a system already rigged, expecting the market to fix what is being controlled by deliberate, yet unseen hands. Even this government has become shy with the N500 billion social investment programmes it had boldly rolled out as part of the 2016 budget. A first tranche of N420 billion was said to have been released as capital vote, with another N350 billion only recently released, with N60 billion said to have cash-backed for the social investment programmes. It takes adversity to know what we consider our priority. It is easy to release N350 billion to a few contractors, expecting the elusive trickle-down effect to kick in, and when the projection falls flat, approve a second tranche of N350 billion. Yet, it is difficult to trust the bottom of the pyramid with a substantial injection of the N500 billion that had been projected to generate one million jobs this year, provide financial support for up to one million vulnerable beneficiaries, and complement the enterprise programme – which will target up to one million market women; 400,000 artisans; and 200,000 agricultural workers, nationwide and create job opportunities for 500,000 teachers and 100,000 artisans across the nation.
We are not bold to proceed with the Conditional Cash transfer scheme, even when it has been tested with remarkable success across countries in Europe, Latin America and the USA, simply because the textbook we are condemned to reading, is not a believer in the wisdom of catalysing economic activities from the bottom. We are holding back from the one-meal-a-day scheme, in spite of the benefits outlined, because the dominant school of thought has been reluctant about it and cannot reconcile it with what it believes should be the priority of government. So, it is easy push it down the priority list in the face of 'dwindling' revenue.
Yet, we need out-of-the-box-thinking around initiatives that can empower the most vulnerable who have learnt to survive without support from government to engender all-inclusive development. I have canvassed a link between the conditional cash-transfer scheme and the health insurance programme. I have also proposed an internship scheme linked to the country's tax system that, at once, pulls in the youth segment into the workforce, draws in the semi-formal sector into the tax net, while promoting entrepreneurship, innovation and greater productivity in the private sector.
Can you imagine what N70 billion (N10 billion for Lagos and N6 billion for each of the 6 geo-political zones) put in the hands of select Micro-Finance Banks for the purpose of administering to the unbanked/underbanked segment under a CCT scheme, would do for the system? One of these MFBs I know has a working template that guarantees over 90 percent recovery of what is advanced to its customers. Can we not work with the template being used? But it appears that we are so obsessed with the top that we have lost sight of the bottom and possible lessons and opportunities that might be found there. We have taken so much risk with the top. Why not try something out with those at the bottom? The textbook does not say so? Well.
Simbo Olorunfemi works for Hoofbeatdotcom, a Nigerian Communications Consultancy. Twitter: @simboolorunfemi


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I have tried using a bounding polygon outside of the location polygon; although this got rid of the original message, a new message now appears stating "could not find the point associated with the polygon". I would rather not associate a point with this bounding polygon as this could cause more confusion for the users.


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LAUNCHING EVENT ON THE USING OF SORSE KHMER AND SMARTBOOKS APPLICATIONSDate : 2017-12-06
Easy2Learn (E2L) project is holding the launching event on the using of SorSe Khmer and SmartBooks applications at Char primary school in Svay Chrom district, Svay Rieng province on 6 December 2017. T...Read More
14TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT IN UKDate : 2017-09-08
On 5-7 September 2017, KAPE sent two representatives, Mr. Hang Pisseth, the I'm Learning Project Manager and Mr. Steven Prigent, Research Adviser, to attend the UK Education and Development Forum ...Read More
FIRST DEBATE AND PUBLIC SPEAKING COMPETITION FOR COHORT 3Date : 2017-09-02
KAPE held a 1st Debate and Public Speaking Competition by cooperating with Western University at the University site, in aiming to provide the scholarship students with opportunities to pre...Read More
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New Generation School (NGS) held its annual parent night show on 1 July 2017 at Preah Sisovath high school in order to reflect the project achievements and students' creative study achievements to...Read More
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Unintended pregnancy remains a major public health problem in the United States. Access and cost issues are common reasons why women either do not use contraception or have gaps in use. A potential way to improve contraceptive access and use, and possibly decrease unintended pregnancy rates, is to allow over-the-counter access to oral contraceptives (OCs). Screening for cervical cancer or sexually transmitted infections is not medically required to provide hormonal contraception. Concerns include payment for pharmacist services, payment for over-the-counter OCs by insurers, and the possibility of pharmacists inappropriately refusing to provide OCs. Weighing the risks versus the benefits based on currently available data, OCs should be available over-the-counter. Women should self-screen for most contraindications to OCs using checklists.
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The influence of body awareness
The influence of body awareness on instrumental sound (Follow-up)
Partners & Team
Philippe Girardin, luthierHaute école de musique de Lausanne / Elektronische Sudio Basel
Résumé du projet
The inclusion of somatic practices as a part of music education curricula is fairly recent and only little research has been conducted in this field up to now.
In a pilot study with high string players (HES-SO, 2014), we combined recordings, interviews, questionnaires, and sound analysis to explore the influence of conscious body awareness on musical performance and instrumental sound.
Our first findings suggest that conscious body awareness during performance is reflected in an increase of sound continuity as well as sound spectrum density and energy. During short interviews, participants from the music colleges of Neuchâtel and Lausanne often stated that the increase of sonic density was accompanied by the awareness of a greater arm weight or of a moment of relaxation. Furthermore, participants reported improvements in physical well-being and musical expression, as well as a reduction of performance anxiety. The sonic data we collected were characterized by a high variability due to the individual ways of instrumental playing, and this diversity was further amplified by the different instruments, various tones/musical passages, and individual distances from the microphone.
The present follow-up study aims at examining whether the number of variable parameters can be reduced in order to facilitate the interpretation and objectification of the data. In addition, we will explore in an experiment with a lyrical passage whether a control group brings valuable further insight. In doing so, we hope to gain more knowledge about the potential of our methodology for future and interdisciplinary research.


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Drugs approved for Alzheimer's disease
There are several medications that can help with symptoms such as memory decline, changes in language, thinking abilities and motor skills. Although there is still no cure for Alzheimer's disease, those who respond to these treatments can experience improvements in their quality of life for several years.
Mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease
Three cholinesterase inhibitors are available in Canada to treat symptoms in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease:
- Aricept®
- Exelon™
- Reminyl® (Health Canada advisory - New Safety Information Regarding the Risk of Serious Skin Reactions)
Cholinesterase inhibitors help by improving the ability of impaired nerve endings to transmit messages from one nerve cell to another. Depending on the medication, the user may experience different side-effects. These medications may be helpful for two to three years, possibly longer. Eventually, nerve endings degenerate and drugs are no longer effective.
Moderate to advanced Alzheimer's disease
- Ebixa®
- Aricept®
As Alzheimer's disease progresses, the neurotransmitter glutamate leaks out of nerve cells and is reabsorbed at levels that are toxic to the cell. Memantine hydrochloride (Ebixa®) works by blocking the reabsorption of glutamate into nerve cells.
In areas of Canada where Alzheimer medications are now covered, individuals must meet specific clinical criteria. These medications are covered by most private insurance plans.
How drugs are approved in Canada
It is the responsibility of the Therapeutic Products Directorate (TPD) of the Health Products and Food Branch (HPFB), Health Canada, to ensure that all drugs used by the public are of high quality, safe and effective for specific conditions. This responsibility includes ensuring that drug companies have tested the drugs they wish to market and that the public is protected during each stage of the drug's development.
To learn more about the drug approval process, visit our Resources below.
- For more details on these four medications, please download our full brochure: Medications for Alzheimer's disease: are they right for you?
- Drug approval process for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, Alzheimer Society of Canada
- How are medicines developed?, Alzheimer's Disease International
Note: The contents of this page are provided for information purposes only, and do not represent advice, an endorsement or a recommendation, with respect to any product, service or enterprise, and/or the claims and properties thereof, by the Alzheimer Society of Canada.


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About Elixir - Ukrainian Massage & Spa
Ukrainespa takes pride in our standing as the leading massage center in Dubai. We've attended to a great number of clients over the years and have proven that we are capable, diligent and efficient enough to carry out these services. We do not hesitate to go the extra mile to ensure that our clients never leave our center, unsatisfied with our services. Operating from the heart of Dubai, we aim to deliver only the best to our customers and as such, offer our premium services for the most reasonable prices in the Emirate. Get in touch with us to know more about services or pick up a massage session based on your needs.
Open Hours
10:00 am to 12:00
- Open 24 Hours
- Parking
- Wi-fi
Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City Sheikh Zayed Road, Business Bay, Dubai, UAE, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates


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This course does exactly what it says on the tin! The intro to rock climbing is aimed at those with little or no rock climbing experience and is prefect for those seeking to make the transition from indoor to outdoor climbing.
The primary focus of the course is to give a comprehensive intro to rock climbing outdoors, giving participants a solid base on which to begin their journey towards becoming an independent rock climber.
Course content
The structure of the course will be fairly flexible to suit the varying levels of participants experience, however main topics to be covered may include:
- Fitting a helmet and harness
- Tying in
- Belaying
- Intro to rock climbing calls
- Movement on rock and basic climbing technique
- Intro to rocking climbing gear
- Abseiling
Each day will start with a general introduction at an agreed meeting point, giving the instructor an opportunity to discuss individual aims and objectives for the day.
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- 15th August
£80 per person
Given the introductory nature of these courses they can run at a slightly higher ratio of up to 1:6
This course is a great stepping stone to our learn to rock climb or Private guiding courses.
For more information or booking contact Jonny Parr Climbing.


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5 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms | sleeps 10
This lovely country home is set in private grounds with a large lawned garden, 5 minutes from the hugely sought-after town of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, just half an hour from Avignon.
One of the prettiest towns in France, Saint-Rémy has all amenities and tree-lined boulevards and a huge choice of traditional restaurants and pavement cafés.
Further amenities can be found even closer to the property - in the picturesque little village of Saint-Étienne-du-Grès (3 km) with bakery and restaurants. There is also 2 restaurants within 10 minutes walk of the property.
The house is a traditional-style country home with high quality fixtures and furnishings throughout. Private drive leads up to the property and the large lawned garden features a private pool 10m x 5m with sun terrace and loungers. Shaded dining terrace with BBQ.
Living accommodation over two floors. Ground floor with beamed ceiling and stone floors; fully equipped kitchen and utility room, dining area and living room that all open out to the garden. Separate TV room with UK satellite channels and Wi-Fi internet. Air-conditioned double bedroom with ensuite bathroom.
First floor with master bedroom suite with private bathroom and air-conditioning, double ensuite bedroom and two further bedrooms with large family bathroom.
A superb, private property with all the charms of Saint-Rémy on the doorstep.
Accommodation details
Entrance hall.
Living room - double aspect with door to garden.
Dining area with table and chairs and door to garden.
Kitchen - Fully-fitted with central island, American-style fridge freezer, hob and twin oven and steam oven.
Dishwasher and microwave.
Door to garden.
Utility room with large washing machine, dryer and fridge and second dishwasher.
Separate bathroom with WC, shower and hand basin.
Hallway with door to garden.
TV room with UK satellite channels, DVD and Wi-Fi internet.
Bedroom 1, double with ensuite WC, bath / shower and hand basin. Air-conditioning.
Door to garden.
Stairs to 1st floor;
Bedroom 2 (master suite) double with WC, bath, separate walk-in shower and hand basin.
Air-conditioning and dressing room.
Bedroom 3, double with ensuite WC, bath / shower and hand basin.
Bedroom 4, two singles.
Bedroom 5, two singles.
Separate bathroom with WC, bath / shower and hand basin.
Private grounds of approximately 4,000 m² including large lawned garden.
Shaded dining terrace with table and chairs and BBQ.
Private pool 10m x 5m with sun terrace and loungers.
Private drive with plenty of parking.
Calendar 2020
Rental Rates
|Changeover dayChg. over
|Minimum stayMin. stay
|26 Sep 19 Dec
|5 nights
|€ 472
|€ 3,300
|19 Dec 02 Jan
|5 nights
|€ 608
|€ 4,250
|Refundable security bond
|€ 750
Tourist Tax
Where applicable, Pure France is required to collect and remit local government tourism taxes on behalf of our property owners. These taxes are calculated and collected from guests at the time of booking. Pure France then remits collected taxes to the applicable tax authority on the property owners' behalf.
For this property tourist taxes are due between 01 January and 31 December and will not exceed € 2.53 per adult per night.
The property is situated in open countryside almost midway between Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (5 km) and Saint-Étienne-du-Grès (3 km).
2 lovely restaurants less than 10 minutes walk.
Saint-Étienne is a picturesque small village with a bakery, butcher and restaurants.
Saint-Rémy is one of the loveliest towns in the whole of Provence. All amenities and huge choice of traditional restaurants and pavement cafés and bars. Magnificent tree-lined boulevards and winding streets make this one of the most sought-after towns in France.
Unmissable street market every Wednesday.
The countryside surrounding Saint-Rémy is quite beautiful and typically Provençal; garrigues full of wild herbs and olive trees.
One of France's premier tourist attractions, Les Baux lies just 10 minutes away; an 11th century village built into the rocks.
The Roman town of Arles is also only a 10 minutes drive. Many Roman and Romanesque monuments are still in use today; the amphitheatre provides the setting for bullfights and concerts and what remains of the theatre plays host to formal concerts and traditional folk festivities throughout the year. The Cathédrale Saint-Trophime, with its magnificent doorway depicting the Last Judgement carved in stone and its beautiful cloisters, is open to the public for visits and Sunday services.
The necropolis, or Alyscamps, is today a narrow, tree-lined avenue, located just outside the old town.
Many lovely restaurants and pavement cafés. Van Gogh spent two years of his life here, so there are many related tours and souvenirs to be found.
Arles also boasts one of the regions finest markets every Wednesday and Saturday. Overflowing with Provençal goodies - fruits and vegetables, lavender products, soaps, olives, flowers, honey... The list is endless and makes the Arles market an event not to be missed!
Also not to be missed is a day out to Avignon to discover the winding streets and lovely Provençal shops. Here you'll find the wonderful 'Pope's Palace' - the former home of the Pope which really is spectacular. And the infamous 'half-bridge'!
Spectacular, fortified town of Aigues-Mortes 40 minutes.
Just over an hour to the Mediterranean coast (lovely beaches and town of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer).
For wine lovers, this is paradise; domaines and tasting almost on every corner.
The lovely Camargue National Park lies close by. You really will see black bulls, pink flamingos and white horses. Many horse and pony-trekking ranches and great choice of Mediterranean beaches.
Mas-Blanc-des-Alpilles, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
Customer Reviews [48]
Families F. and K.
Thank you so much for this wonderful week! We enjoyed it very much! We will be back!
Michelson, Davis and Cohen families
Our second visit, so it's farewell again to the morning chorus of cicadas and the very protective front gate. A wonderful two weeks of not-too-hot sunshine, family members engaging with each other, good food (including some first class home cooking). Au revoir et à la prochaine!
The Meagher family
We had a lovely time in your home in Provence. We spent many memorable days by the lovely pool which we enjoyed so much. The early morning table tennis tornments were epic!
We look forward to visiting again and exploring more of the region.
Sally R. and friends
We had a wonderful week staying in your beautiful farmhouse. You have put su much thought into making the house a very comfortable place to stay for such a large group of friends. As foodies, we appreciated the well-stocked kitchen which made cooking so easy.
Thank you for your excellent tips on places to visit and local restaurants for eating out. We all loved the Friday market and then coming back to watch Wimbledon in the cool TV room.
The B and D families
Thank you for assisting us in having a fantastic week in Provence. Your market and restaurant suggestions were perfect for the 11 of us. The house was wonderful and the pool, in this heat, was even better!
Green and Mchellan families
Thank you for a great week at Maison Rousty! The house, gardens and pool were appreciated by all of us.
We had an amazing day in the Camargue, 4x4 Jeep safari highly recommended, and lunch in Arles and the Arena made for a great family day out.
Avignon, the Pont du Gards and Châteauneuf du Pape together made an interesting and fun day out.
Thank you Sandra for recommending Carrières de Lumières - a must! We followed this by a final dinner out at L'Aile ou La Cuisse which was delicious. Sandra has gone out of her way to be helpful and accommodating - thank you very much.
Provence has once again proved to be a great base for a holiday.
Family Yates
We have had a wonderful time here in Provence! We would love to stay much longer!
The house has been great and a perfect location to explore the cities, markets, etc.
Look forward to coming back soon!
Family Mayer
Maison Rousty is a beautiful house and the place to be. We enjoyed very much the different places to be around the house. The kids spent hours around the pool while we tasted wine and oil of the area. The horse riding in the Camargue was fun. The market in Eygalières lovely.
Jane and Martin K.
Thank you for having us in your beautiful home. We couldn't have imagined a better first trip to Provence. The home itself was perfect! So much space, comfortable beds and the grounds were great for the kids adventures. Our last day was the perfect pool day, punctuated by a wonderful dinner cooked by Catherine. We really appreciated the concierge service- having bikes for the kids to explore with (the bike to the olive oil farm was a highlight!) and your dinner recommendations were fantastic. All and all we loved our stay, loved Provence and hope to be back in the near future.
We have enjoyed a very memorable time, and it was made more so by our accommodation! Very comfortable, quiet and close to a lot of amenities, as well as great walking places. Thanks again!Show more reviews [38]
We've had an absolutely wonderful stay at Maison Rousty. The house has such a great energy, its been a struggle to leave for daily excursions in the area. We've also been extremely comfortable - always important. We hope very much to be able to return to complete some of the sightseeing that got neglected this time round.
We spent a very enjoyable family holiday (4 generations) in this wonderful house. Provence is a part of France we will never forget. Sandra, thank you for everything.
Fabulous time, amazing house and pool. I'm sure we will be back.
In the words of our kids... this place is amazing! Thank you for a fantastic welcome to the beautiful Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. We had a fantastic family holiday.
Thank you for a wonderful week at Maison Rousty! We had a great time. Such a beautiful house and surroundings. We went to see Arles, Marseille, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Les Baux. We had lovely dinners at L'Aubergine (Eygalieres) and Cabro d'Or (Les Baux). We hope to come again.Show more reviews [33]
Our second time at Maison Rousty - have had the most relaxing time and look forward to returning
First time in Provence. We had a splendid time at the villa. Great to explore the region and thank you Sandra for all the tips and help during the week. We would like to come back and enjoy Mas La Belugo again.
Thanks for looking after us Sandra! We have had a lovely week in your lovely home!
We had a wonderful and relaxing week. The house had everything we needed and we all loved the pool. A beautiful part of the world - we look forward to returning again one day!
Best ever family holiday in your beautiful villa to celebrate Doug' 70th. Thank you Sandra for organising our delicious first meal, finding us wonderful restaurants, and helping Doug book taxi and flights to London. We appreciate all your hard work. There will be tears when we leave, and we will dream of Mas La Belugo in the long Scottish winter months. We would love to come back.Show more reviews [28]
Lovely stay in a beautiful holiday house which felt just like a home! Lovely comfortable beds too! Thanks for all your help and attention to detail Sandra.
This was our second stay at this lovely house. We had a super time even though we had a lot of rain.
First guests of the season!
A beautiful home in a beautiful venue. Lovely time with a large group of friends to celebrate Frank's retirement. A perfect place to start life after work. Thank you for everything - much appreciated.
We are a Canadian family of 10, including 3 generations and this was a long planned celebratory family vacation in Provence. This home is very centrally located and yet beautifully quiet and secluded. The pool and grounds were really well kept and very much enjoyed, as it was very warm weather. The decor is very tasteful, and also comfortable and relaxed. We could take lots of wonderful day trips and within 15 min to 1 hour be in St Remy, Les Beaux, Gordes, Avignon, Arles, and Aix en Provence, as well as other surrounding points of interest and small towns. The markets were great fun. Sandra arranged an excellent cook for us for the few evenings we wanted and we also enjoyed picking up our own provisions and cooking ourselves in the modern and well equipped kitchen. The local French produce, cheeses and wines are so fresh and delicious and easy to find. Sandra was very helpful in recommending markets and restaurants. Also if we had any questions Sandra was extremely responsive. An electrical storm caused a problem with the stove top and she had it repaired immediately. We also found it was great to have 2 master suites with air-conditioning as this made it easier for the 2 babies to nap and sleep. When we were there, one week was unusually hot but we were able to keep the 'Mas' cool by closing shutters during the day and opening them up in the evening when the air cooled considerably. We loved dining 'al fresco' outside every night in the lovely outdoor dining area. And the dining room inside is great also with lots of room for all. Other conveniences included 2 large fridges which accommodated all our needs as a family of 10, as well as excellent laundry machines so we could refresh our clothes and towels easily. The housekeeping help were also very pleasant and thorough. We felt very well cared for and had a fabulous time relaxing and enjoying the sound of the cicadas as well as exploring so many wonderful historical sites and natural treasures such as the Camargue bird sanctuary with flamingos, fields of sunflowers and lavender, the wonderful plane trees lining so many roads, the Luberon valley surrounded by mountains and huge rocky outcrops - all made this trip full of great memories and wonderful experiences that delighted all the senses. It was also so easy to travel there by high speed train from Paris, pick up cars at the train station, and we were there within 30 minutes settling in. We would highly recommend.
What a fabulous holiday home - an amazing find. The owners are great and supportive and have done a brilliant job of maintaining this lovely, sizable holiday home.
The house itself is clean, stylishly furnished and contains everything you need. The owners have really thought about what a family needs and have done their best to provide a comfortable and easy living experience.
I highly recommend this property to anybody looking for something great!
Three generations of our family spent a magical week in this beautiful house. It was everything we hoped it would be. We couldn't have chosen better! Fully equipped kitchen, luxurious bathrooms, comfortable beds, perfect location for trips to the surrounding towns, villages and attractions. Swimming pool - which we made use of every day. I would recommend it to anyone and would go back in a heartbeat!
When I first saw this property on the website, I knew I wanted to spend my 40th there. When I arrived, I didn't expect to be even more taken a back by it's beauty. This house was absolutely perfect for my group, with three different eating areas, and well positioned bedrooms. The house is located in a quiet area off the beaten track, but still close enough to the town, and vineyards. The property was very clean and well maintained. I definitely would love to book this house again, it really is a gem in amongst the French countryside.
We spent a week as a family of three generations in Maison Rousty and had an absolutely wonderful time. The house is beautifully decorated with lots of little touches that make it feel like a home rather than a rental property. We spent a great deal of time by the pool in the lovely gardens which surround Maison Rousty and which are all very well maintained. We enjoyed barbeques in the evening sitting in a perfect spot close to house from which to soak up the last of the evening sunshine. The owners, Sandra and Andrew could not be more helpful. We had email correspondence before our arrival with directions from the airport, various tips on the nearest supermarkets and restaurants, and Sandra arranged for a taxi to pick up our son and girlfriend in Marseille as they were joining us a day later. We were greeted warmly at Maison Rousty by Sandra who showed us around and supplied a handbook of recommendations for the area. She was always available by telephone for any question we might have which was a great help. Maison Rousty is close to many attractive places to visit such as St Remy with its wonderful market, Avignon, Nîmes and Les Baux but once you are behind the gates it is hard to tear yourself away from the sanctuary of the house. One week was definitely not long enough and we hope to return soon! Until then we all have wonderful memories of our time at Maison Rousty.
Beker - USA
We've had a wonderful week staying here and taking day trips to Arles, Nîmes, Orange, Isle sur la Morgue, Les Bories, Oppede le Vieux, Menerbes, La Coste, Vaison La Romaine and more.
Each night, we slept well in the quite - absolute quiet. Each morning, we enjoyed our breakfasts here (with espresso cups and every other kitchen item we needed at hand). And each evening we strolled the gardens, drank the local wines, cooked what we pleased, and felt comfortable and at home.
We appreciated the welcome we got from Andrew and Sandra, the gift basket, the well-stocked home from teas to tissues, from soaps to candles) - and the fact that everything is well maintained and, even, well-explained.
So... a stylish place to stay... which we truly enjoyed and which we will recommend. Thank you!
Williams and Kalms - Australia
We came from faraway to Provence for a stay. We enjoyed the pool and Mas La Beluga. Savoured amazing local food and wines. Explored far and wide. We are sad to leave but will take with us wonderful memories. Thank you Sandra and Andrew for your kind hospitality.
Bickford family - London, UK
I wanted to let you know directly how much of a success staying at Maison Rousty was. We had a great time. The house itself was lovely – whilst keeping its Provence charm it was also extremely comfortable / modern inside. Similarly the pool area was perfect combining a decent amount of outside space to allow the children to run around etc. It has been very nicely done and well thought through. Perfect for both adults and young children. I would also remark that Sandra was extremely helpful throughout. It is also worth noting that the guide book that came with the house was very helpful. I think we all felt it went that Sandra went the extra mile. I will come back regarding next year.
Suzannah, Joe, Georgie, Alex, Laura, Lucy and Daniel - UK
What a fabulous house and what a fabulous holiday we have had! Thank you.
Cooper, Arkey and Graeme-Baker families - Melbourne, Australia and UK
We've had a memorable time in your beautiful house - a perfect environment and location to spend with our family. Thank you Sandra for all your help.
Judy and Phil - California, USA
We know we would stay in a nice house in Provence. Little did we know that we would live in a wonderful home with a soul. So many of the personal touch make us feel like family.
We enjoyed each restaurant - for different reasons. Thank you for the great suggestions.
I hope you will get to meet others from our area in California - we can't wait to share our experiences. Thank you. Thank you for paying attention to every detail - you're amazing.
Margaret and Bob - Virginia, USA
Your home is just beautiful! Thank you for 'loaning' it to us!
Everything was outstanding. Your home, your help with dinners, food details in 'book' and restaurants suggestions. We were spoiled 'guests'. Our trip to Provence has been 'magical', thank you both!
Marcia and Larry - New York, USA
We have had a spectacular week. The house has worked so well for the 8 of us. You have been an immeasurable help in getting restaurant reservations, our chef Catherine, and answering all our questions. We've enjoyed our rooms and baths, the wonderful kitchen, the delightful pool, and watching the stars come out at night.
Being here in this lovely place with our friends has been the stuff dreams are made of!
Elaine and Jim - Connecticut, USA
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Your home is absolutely lovely - everything here that one could ask for. We appreciated your culinary assistance and insights: the restaurants recommendations were perfect and we loved Catherine's dinners at home. We really experienced a taste of Provence. Sincerely.
Suzannah, Joe, George, Alex, Laura, Lucy and Daniel - Oxford, UK
What a fabulous house and what a fabulous holiday we have had! Thank you.
We had 5 weeks in this lovely and comfortable house. Each week we had friends or relatives come to stay, and the house worked beautifully to have another family to stay. The photos are very realistic and the house is light, cool, tastefully furnished and very comfortable (with good showers etc). It is extremely well equipped. The location is great, near lots of wonderful restaurants, (Michelin quality) and also near vineyards and a sensational canal / waterfall lined tow path (stunning for cycling into St Remy, or going for a jog). The owner, Sandra, is British but fluent in French and with superb local knowledge (as she lives very near by) of the restaurants to go to, activities for the kids, and having her to book things resulted in better service and a warm welcome wherever we went. Thoroughly recommend this property - great to share with friends, wonderful location and sophisticated amenities.
S Gluyas - Australia
Maison Rousty is the perfect home base for exploring Provence – a private haven to escape to after sightseeing. The house has been renovated to a high standard and there is great attention to detail in every room – including air-conditioning in the two master bedroom suites! The grounds, including the front garden and the expansive pool area, are possibly more beautiful than the pictures portray. However, what makes a stay at Maison Rousty so special is the commitment of the owner to ensuring that you have the best vacation experience possible. Whatever it is you want, Sandra is only too willing to help… In our case that ranged from catering, restaurant bookings and organising horse riding for children. Her generosity of spirit combined with an excellent local knowledge was much appreciated and will not be forgotten. This type of service is not always forthcoming when renting vacation properties in any part of the world.
Andrew, Belinda, Chelsea, Jessica, Mia and Oscar - Australia
Many thanks again for your hospitality and care during our stay. It has been the perfect home away from home and a large pool is ensuring that our time in St Remy has been the magical experience we had hoped for. Everything has been brilliant!
The house is everything it appears to be - large, warm, well furnished, comfortable, and perfectly located for accessing all of Provence. But, the best asset of this property is its owners, Sandra and Andrew. I can't imagine an owner who could possibly try harder to make sure that your rental is everything you hoped it to be, and more. Particularly with respect to restaurant recommendations, Sandra is right on the mark - her every suggestion proved to be exceptional. Rent her house, follow her advice, and you will have the vacation of a lifetime!
Jo - Seattle
I can't say enough good things about the house and location. I have rented various properties over the years but have never rented a more well-equipped property than this one. The bedrooms were generous with crisp linens, lots of hangers and very inviting. The bathrooms were new with good showers or tubs if preferred, and the kitchen was well-designed with an abundance of china, glassware, silverware and pots and pans. The many other kitchen utensils that a cook loves to use, were plentiful, as the hosts had thought of everything. A washer and dryer was convenient to have and we made good use of it with a toddler in the house. I would truly recommend this property as a fantastic get-a-way, you truly feel that you're having a vacation. The hosts were incredible!
Beautifully renovated, spacious, clean, wonderful bedrooms for everybody, and a very spoiling master suite (great shower!). We also especially loved lunch outside (near the kitchen). The owner was more than extremely helpful. The pool was very private, quiet and totally relaxing.
Patricia - London
As soon as we entered the drive to the house we all agreed it was superb. From the garden layout to the entrance we were mightily impressed. The house looked immaculate from the outside, and on entering the house we were delighted with the decor, furnishings and wonderful kitchen with great appliances including a steam oven! All mod-cons and lovely crockery, glassware and cutlery - we could not have chosen better. The owner was very welcoming and had prepared a book of instructions and helpful hints, along with favourite restaurants, sightseeing - in fact they had unwittingly planned our whole stay!
The mid-week clean was done well and the garden and pool well maintained. I would very reluctantly recommend this gorgeous house to anyone although I'd really like to keep this gem to myself!
Gillianne - Sydney
A beautiful property in a fantastic location. The ground floor bedroom with bathroom was ideal for my elderly father. The sumptuous master suite provided privacy and space and the remaining 3 bedrooms were equally as comfortable and well appointed.
The entire house has been creatively styled, providing lovely surroundings to stay inside and read or relax if that is a chosen activity. The kitchen is really well-equipped and a good space for a group to prepare meals.
The house is beautiful, spacious and comfortable - especially great if you have more than one family staying. It is far and away the best - equipped holiday house I've ever stayed in. The pool and garden are gorgeous, and there are two separate areas for eating outside; ideal for BBQs and lazy lunches. Sandra was extremely helpful throughout our stay, and a delight to deal with. Highly recommended.
Everything was of a very high order. The house was exceptionally well equipped (even including different colour plastic cutlery-plates for children) and everything was of a high quality. The owners were very helpful and were always available if needed. Our party consisted of three generations (six adults, two toddlers and a five year old) and there was ample room for all. We have no hesitation in recommending this property.
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