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Remember that 24-hour news cycle we mentioned? Apparently, it's enough to put even veteran news anchors into a coma at awkward times. Journalist Deedee Sun was exhausted during a live feed and let out a yawn at the most inopportune time. Just as the weather feed cut to the field report she let out a huge yawn. Sun, not letting the moment get her down, posted the video on her own Facebook feed. Meteorologist Ross Janssen even joked: "Deedee looks a little tired out there, doesn't she?" Her quick wits had her blaming the serene calmness of the area for the brief moment of relaxation. She joked in her post that, "Someone accidentally pushes the right button at just the right time to catch my GIANT yawn hahha!"


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A Christmas Carol features a star-studded ensemble cast including Guy Pearce (Memento, Mary Queen of Scots) playing Ebenezer Scrooge; Andy Serkis (The Hobbit: And Unexpected Journey, Black Panther) as Ghost of Christmas Past and Stephen Graham (Taboo, Boardwalk Empire) as Jacob Marley.
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The Future of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Technology
In my last blog about Near Field Communications(NFC) I mentioned that the industry is watching to see if Apple will throw its weight behind NFC or Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE) technology.
Bluetooth Smart, and iBeacon™ all refer to Bluetooth low energy wireless technology. It consumes only a fraction of the power of classic Bluetooth radios, expanding wireless to devices like watches, toys, gaming devices, and more. Plus, they could go as long as a year on one charge!
Of course, for event marketers, the goal is to increase engagement and drive ROI. Sensor beacons, small BLE hardware devices, can send push notifications to mobile devices nearby. Using beacons, trade show marketers can push messaging directly to prospects. It can be utilized to attract attendees to your booth or to let them know about imminent events like a presentation or flash gathering.
How far in the future will event marketers be utilizing BLE? It's happening now, and it's being adopted by very high-profile events like Austin's South By Southwest (SXSW). In March, SXSW launched an iBeacon-powered app at their 2014 event.
They placed beacons within select session venues. When attendees entered the venue, they received a prompt to "join the conversation" within the official SXSW GO iPhone app, where they could network with other attendees in their session and participate in a discussion forum and live audience polls. In some cases, the beacons even enabled quick access to an attendee's registration QuickCode.
This technology provided the ability to deliver iBeacon triggered push notifications to app users, containing highly relevant messages about the sessions the user attended and the places they visited.
"This year we focused on using beacons to deliver timely information and access to services, while keeping the number of beacon alerts to a minimum," commented Scott Wilcox, SXSW technology director. "In the near future, we foresee beacons being used in conjunction with many of the technologies currently relied on by events - like QR Codes and RFID."
I agree with Scott Wilcox that we will see BLE used more frequently with RFID in the future specifically related to retail and marketing events. Will BLE overtake NFC? Only time will tell.
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Are you into old-school video games and comics? We've got you covered.
You don't have to be into cosplay or be a gamer to wear one of these creative video game inspired Halloween costumes.
Maybe you were invited to a party with a video game theme, and have no idea what to wear.
I get it, not EVERYONE is into video games. (I myself, am not.) BUT, there's no doubt that there are some characters out there that can definitely be turned into a stellar Halloween costume.
Better yet, if your boo is a little hesitant to dress up for Halloween as a video game character, suggesting the two of you go as a video game couple might make him more eager to participate. You don't have to be knowledgeable about the game perse, you just have to know how to dress up as your character.
And there are SO many video game personalities you can become inspired by (thanks to today's graphics and designers).
Even just by looking at what some of them wear, you know you'll be able to come up with a great costume (and sometimes even a sexy one, depending on who you choose). You can even save the outfit for a cosplay event down the road.
For most of these characters, a DIY costume might be the best way to go if you want to showcase the same creativity and detail used in their actual appearance. If this still doesn't sound like an appealing approach to your costume, I suggest you give it a try anyway!
Not only will your boyfriend (or girlfriend) be happy that s/he gets to geek out, but you'll both have an opportunity to experience Halloween in a new way. Even if you're not into video games, you'll probably recognize a lot of these!
If this is sounding more interesting to you, here are 20 video game characters that can be turned into an epic Halloween costume:
There is no doubt you will be recognized! Sonic is a popular favorite from everyone's childhood. So, why not go as a couple in this outfit?
If you have a close friend of the opposite gender, then going as this pair would be perfect. Link and Zelda are rarely shown as a romantic couple. Together, this makes a great gamer couple costume that's a lot of fun to wear.
If you don't want to spend too much time and money creating your gamer couple Halloween costume, then this is a great idea. People will enjoy the nostalgia. You'll love the simplicity.
Two of the most legendary characters who are the perfect couple in video game history! If you're relationship is just as sweet, this costume is old school fun.
Ash and Pikachu's friendship is lifelong - this would be a great costume idea for close friends who don't want to party alone. You can go as a gamer couple instead.
Not everyone is familiar with Assassins Creed, I get it. However, if you're a nose-in-the-books type of gal, then Sofia would be perfect for you.
Her husband, Ezio, is a dedicated and brave individual. If that suits your man, then consider this pair as your gamer couple Halloween costume!
Yes, this isn't a male/female pair. Bromances are still a thing, right? Or maybe you have a fab boyfriend of your own that you need a perfect couples costume for.
Based off the game Street Fighter, Ryu and Ken are best friends that are constantly competing with each other. You can take your video game action into real live as a couple and show off your gamer couple skills.
If you're in a committed, loving relationship, then Tidua and Yuna from Final Fantasy 10 might be your go-to costume. Tidus and Yuna both have the same goal: to destroy Sin.
Working together to fight the same enemy can really make two people close. Perfect for gamers who also love to dress up for Halloween.
Friends or lovers? If that's you and your... whoever, then why not talk about the status of your relationship while dressing up as Master Chief and Cortana from Halo?
Their relationship is that weird in-between kind of love. They think of each other as family, but they also have some romantic feelings for each other. Perfect for gamers during Halloween or take it up a notch later and go to a video game cosplay event.
Not exactly a romantic gamer couple, but these two definitely have a love/hate relationship. Vanellope is a wanna-be racer who gets picked on for being a glitch in the game system. Ralph, who at first finds Vanellope extremely annoying, helps her build the perfect car and shows her how to stand up to all the other mean racers.
They have more of a brother/sister relationship.
If you and your boo have gone through some serious BS, then look no further. Your perfect gamer couple Halloween costume is right here. If you're not familiar with Red Dead Redemption, John and Abigail are a strong couple who are both battling the harsh reality of life on the western frontier.
Even after settling a homestead, their relationship still remained strong. Sounds intense, right?
Nathan and Elena are a flirty, sassy couple from the game Uncharted. They have a very strong married life — so if you're thinking about proposing, maybe suggest this couple to your s/o to hint at the idea of marriage. Gamers need forever love, too.
If you're into goth, THIS COSTUME IS EVERYTHING.
This would be a perfect costume idea if you were being set up with a blind date on Halloween. In Final Fantasy VII, Cloud is experiencing a psychotic break during the time he knows Aerith. He never really gets to be his true self around her, and he never gets the chance to because Aerith eventually dies.
So it sort of resembles being on a blind date, because Cloud and Aerith never really knew each other either.
The Prince really is a prince. He's spoiled, charming, and sarcastic. If you're a couple that possesses a lot of confidence, then this couple from the Prince of Persia might make the perfect costume pair for you and your prince.
This video gamer couple costume is amazingly eye-catching and sure to win you the best Halloween couple's costume award.
This couple is a good example of the nerdy boy being afraid to ask out the girl he has a crush on or when you flirt back and forth but no one actually takes the initiative of planning a date.
This is one of gaming's greatest love stories. If you would literally die for your partner, you could let them know by dressing up as Ico and Yorda.
Their relationship isn't based on physical affection and attraction, but it has more of an emphasis on trust and protection. They both would do anything for each other.
This is a seriously badass-looking costume.
This is one of those relationships that started with love at first sight, similar to what happens in real life, but instead, in a video game.


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Could not be any happier with the service!
Flowers were absolutely wonderful and made recipient extremely happy.
I ordered online and it was received exactly as pictured, on time and with a personal touch on delivery.
I chose to order here because I especially liked the selection through direct2florist.co.nz
I also appreciated the prompt communication.
Andrey - 2nd Sep
Beautiful flowers, thank you
Spencer - 21st Aug
The flowers were great that my mum received on her birthday and they got delivered the day after I ordered them which was great. Recommend this florist and will be ordering again. Thanks heaps
Rebecca - 15th Aug
awesome service.
Ginny - 11th Aug
Thank you for the delivery of my sisters flowers in Brightwater. She tells me they are just beautiful.
Philpot - 7th Aug
Truly recommend, My Auntie was delighted with her flowers, She send me a photo of them aNd they were such a true likeness to what I ordered & chose. Thank you what an excellent service you provide.
June - 13th Jul
The Floral Bar were excellent in their arrangement, choice of flowers and timeliness of delivering these flowers which were sent with love to my mum who got huge joy from them. Thank you Floral Bar - Thumbs up for a great job. Highly recommended.
Nicki - 1st Jul
My best friend, who lives in New Zealand, was thrilled with the flowers & chocolates so a very happy customer!
Sue - 30th Jun
She loves it thank you, prompt service & delivery
Rae - 29th Jun
My aunt was thrilled with her flowers and said they were beautifully arranged.
Alison - 12th Jun
Great communication. Very good service. Would recommend.
Kim - 6th Jun
Quick service as required
John - 3rd Jun
Flowers arrived punctually and were beautiful
Siobhan - 2nd Jun
Good price and loved the contactless purchase!
Tiangco - 21st May
Nice arrangement, thank you so much!
Austin - 16th May
Beautifully arranged and presented flowers. Delivered on time. Fantastic service A+++
Lorraine - 10th May
Scott - 10th May
Thank you. I found the service very good.
Slow - 2nd May
Quality and service were excellent. Delivered when we requested on both orders. 100% recommend, and recipients said the flowers were absolutely beautiful!
Kay - 21st Feb
Customer awarded 5 stars.
Leask - 14th Feb
My sister in law is always most appreciative of the beautiful floral arrangements she receives from Bluebell.
Sandra - 13th Dec 2019
Thank you for the beautiful flowers, I know there was a mix upon the date but you apologised in the nicest way. I will definitely order again from you
Julie - 16th Nov 2019
Cannot comment because I haven't seen the flowers. However , I have used Bluebell florist before and each time I have been pleased with the result.so I rate them highly.
Valerie - 14th Sep 2019
Lovely flower arrangement
Wieblitz - 3rd Aug 2019
The actual flowers looked like the photo and wasn't disappointed
Alana - 28th Jul 2019
fast, could manage the internet.
And - 20th Jul 2019
Woud defintely do it again.
Emma - 16th Jul 2019
Excellent service
Stevens - 5th Jul 2019
Excellent from beginning to end! Thank you.
Vivienne - 7th Jun 2019
Happy with the service, everything was perfect
Mirella - 24th May 2019
Beautiful and stunning. My mum loved the bouquet. Arrived on the day i asked. Would recommend Bluebell Florists in Nelson
Tina - 18th May 2019
Jasper - 13th May 2019
Thank you for a great service, and beautiful flowers, my Mum was over the moon!
Rachel - 12th May 2019
I just did...…………………………..
Faye - 9th Apr 2019
I was happy with the speed of same day delivery, and the flowers were better than the pictures
Jamie - 5th Apr 2019
The bouquet sent was not what I ordered and was half the size. Roses are not seasonal for Southern New Zealand expected more local seasonal flowers
Vaughan - 29th Mar 2019
I have always used Bluebell Florist.
Wadsworth - 23rd Mar 2019
Beautiful bouquet, for a special day - it was wonderful.
Ashleigh - 13th Mar 2019
Disappointment with size of bouquet
Susan - 1st Mar 2019
The recipient said the flowers were stunning. Received within 24 hours of ordering, thank you
Christine - 23rd Feb 2019
Excellent service and what they did not know from my online order ..they rang personally and checked in to see about another issue.
First class service.
Highly recommended.
Rachael - 20th Feb 2019
Flowers arrived on time, but were dead the same day.
Dylan - 18th Feb 2019
Beautiful
My mother in law loved her colourful flowers thank you for getting them to her at short notice too! ????
Bridget - 13th Feb 2019
I heard that my friend got her flowers when requested and that she loved them
Nielissen - 11th Jan 2019
Florist good
Helen - 23rd Dec 2018
Fantastic service and beautiful flowers. Highly recommended.
Nicky - 2nd Nov 2018
This was a birthday gift for our daughter and she was thrilled. Thank you.
Arnold - 23rd Oct 2018
Thank you so much for the beautiful arrangement on the birth of our granddaughter - being in South Africa and unable to be there for our birth was made a little easier by your awesome service. Much appreciated
And - 12th Oct 2018
Great communication when delivery timing changed.

Recipient absolutely delighted with the flowers.
Carol - 10th Oct 2018
Picked this florist as they were nearest to the delivery address, daughter very pleased with the flowers, thanks to all concerned.
Shirley - 23rd Sep 2018
Met my expectations, did what they said they would do.
Arkless - 5th Sep 2018
Good selection of flowers available making my choice easy.

Flowers were delivered on time and the recipient was happy - what more could you ask!
Stuart - 20th Jul 2018
Flowers on time and the recipient was delighted.
Graham - 15th Jul 2018
Very pleased with the arrangement and flowers
Mari-wyn - 7th Jul 2018
Bluebell Florist went above and beyond standard customer service. They actually called me twice to ensure the flowers were delivered in a timely manner. Because the delivery location was about 30 km from them, the logistics were a little more complicated and they made sure I was aware of each step.
South - 28th Jun 2018
My friend loved her flowers.. I would definately use this florist again..
Mary - 12th Jun 2018
Superb service - I ordered a basket of goodies which was delivered on the date specified to my daughter who had just moved house the previous day. As I'm in the UK and she's in New Zealand, I wasn't quite sure what to expect, but she was absolutely delighted with the quality of the food and the varied selection. Would definitely recommend. Thank you so much!
Michaela - 4th Jun 2018
Very prompt delivery
Hodson - 17th May 2018
I had to call 3 times to find out info - but got there in the end.
Lori - 14th May 2018
The flowers that my sister received from u were fanatic she just loved them .Thank you so much
Julie - 12th Apr 2018
My Daughter was extremely happy with her flowers, a marvelous surprise and delivered when they said. A beautiful arrangement of blooms and Roses chocolates.

Thank you.
Valerie - 22nd Mar 2018
lovely cheerful flowers delivered on time, thank you
Kim - 13th Mar 2018
Prompt delivery. Very helpful & thoughtful - changed the flowers so the recipient didn't have too much of the same.
Tricia - 9th Mar 2018
I ordered the Lemon and Lime arrangement thinking it would be prominently yellow to bring sunshine into my friend's day. The blue colour was more prominent than I was expecting but my friend was delighted with the flowers, thank you.
Stef - 6th Mar 2018
I eventually managed to speak with the florist she was fantastic thank you
Helen - 28th Feb 2018
Fantastic service, ordered flowers at 1pm, and they were delivered that afternoon. And a gorgeous bunch of flowers too!
Heidi - 7th Feb 2018
Feedback from receiver of flowers was that they were stunning
Liz - 19th Jan 2018
Usually very good as used in the past but same as above have received no confirmation of delivery as of yet
Cary - 30th Nov 2017
Prompt service
Priscilla - 18th Nov 2017
Ordered flowers for my brother's 50th Wedding Anniverary so chose an arrangement with some yellow rose. Contacted by Direct2florists saying they couldn't source yellow roses (too early in NZ spring) and asked if I wanted to cancel order or they could proceed using different coloured roses. This process made the dleivery a day later but this meant the order arrived on the actual day. Brother thrilled with flowers and his photos showed yellow roses - so kept looking even though I had said others okay. Good services and I am really pleased with result. "nd time I have used Direct2florist and will use again. Rob UK
Robert - 30th Sep 2017
Beautiful flowers; excellent service
Sheila - 13th Sep 2017
Flowers were beautiful but not delivered in the morning as asked.
Leisa - 14th Jul 2017
Liked that I could pick the flower arrangement first then the occasion second. This meant I could choose the flowers that suited the person eg old fashioned arrangement for elderly woman's funeral.
Kilpatrick - 20th May 2017
My daughter e mailed me to say that the flowers had arrived ( A basket arrangement)and they were beautiful so I was very HAPPY

so thank you Bluebell Florist Nelson
Sylvia - 3rd May 2017
Very beautifully done bouquet of flowers and better than it looked in pic on website..also very fast delivery and service.thankyou.
Michele - 14th Apr 2017
Very Disappointed to find there was a transaction fee after selecting a bouquet advertised as "free delivery".
Alan - 12th Apr 2017
Fantastic service! We chose the florists choice bouquet and the flowers were beautiful. Arrived on time and in fab condition. Would highly recommend. Thank you.
Bruce - 29th Mar 2017
Excellent service as usual. Many thanks.
Sue - 30th Jan 2017
Good service
Helen - 5th Jan 2017
Brilliant always deliver everytime
Cary - 24th Nov 2016
Excellent substitution, exactly what I asked for.
J - 28th May 2016
Beautiful flowers. Recipient very happy.
Karen - 8th May 2016
The flowers were exactly what we wished for. Excellent service
Slater - 28th Mar 2016
Swift delivery and I believe full of scrummy goodies Thankyou.
Rose - 19th Dec 2015
Absolutely beautiful thank you my friend was so happy.
Paul - 14th Dec 2015
Just saw a photo from the reciever.... Excellent
Cary - 19th Nov 2015
Very excellent service
Cox - 13th Nov 2015
Delivered on time & a lovely bouquet
Margaret - 20th Oct 2015
Great communication due to that what I had ordered was unavailable and required a substitute, I was very happy my order was able to be sent on the day, thanks so much.
Nicola - 2nd Oct 2015
Flowers exactly as requested and delivered on time
Tracy - 25th Sep 2015
Gorgeous bunch of flowers delivered on time only a few hours after I ordered them
Mateparae - 21st Jul 2015
Lovely flowers delivered exactly when asked.
William - 30th Nov 2014
Great. Very efficient service
Harmon - 14th Sep 2014
Great choice of flowers and super fast service
Yvonne - 25th Jun 2014
Flowers ordered were for 91 year old man, and he was elated. Flowers were very fresh. Will definitely use this florist again.
Jennie - 1st Apr 2014
Flowers were ordered in the UK and delivered in NZ the next day, great service. I am unable to give five stars as I did not see the flowers, but was told they were lovely. Will definately use this florist again.
Mary - 23rd Sep 2013
Recipient was very happy with the pretty and fresh flowers delivered
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And - 7th Nov 2012
From the recipient's account, the flowers were wonderful and the delivery (to a country township) more than adequate.
And - 21st Dec 2011
Thanks...excellent service
Jonathan - 7th Aug 2011
very very Good....
Ghias - 20th Apr 2011
Super super fast and I am told absolutely gorgeous flowers. Thanks Amy for the great service, will definetly be bookmarking you!
Eden - 12th Jan 2011
Thank you so much, I am in the UK and was on Skype when my order was delivered. The overall presentation was excellent, I have book marked your page for the future. Merry Christmas to you all. Susan Russell x
Susan - 24th Dec 2010
Delighted witht the service
Karen - 23rd Dec 2010
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Bouquet in tones of pink - very pretty!
Beautiful bouquet of mixed flowers arranged in a convenient water-filled container.
Basket crammed full of delicious goodies, many locally produced and New Zealand made products included.
A lovely gift for delivery same day in New Zealand. Suitable for any occasion. Stem Count not specified, individual flower count not specified. Suggested flowers include Spring seasonal flowers, in pinks, oranges, blues whites and yellows. Presentation style is a Tide Bunch.
Vibrant colours make this beautiful Hand Tied stand out from the crowd. Stem count not specified, individual flowers not specified. Suggested flowers gerbera & roses and fillers. Specifically very bright flowers, including bright packaging. Handtied in brightly coloured gift bag.
casket spray made in Reds and Creams. Please advise the florist if you would prefer an alternate colour scheme. casket spray made in reds and creams as standard. Suggested flowers include Rose, Gerbera, Wax Flower, Thistle, Veronica Flower and Foliage. Customer may advise a preferred colour scheme.
Pretty basket arrangement of fresh cut flowers in pinks and whites basket arrangement of fresh cut flowers in pinks and whites
Pinks and purples make this a striking romantic gift with a difference. Stem count not specified, individual flower content not specified. Suggested flower's include Gerbera, Cali Lily, Roses, Lily and Cabbage Plant in Pinks. Presentation style is a handtie in water.
Coffin spray made in pinks. Please advise the florist if you would prefer an alternate colour scheme. Coffin spray made in pinks as standard. Suggested flowers include Lilies, Rose, Gerbera, Wax Flower, Thistle, Veronica Flower and Foliage. Customer may advise a preferred colour scheme.
Send this visual treat to those nearest and dearest. A truly wonderful selection of Pinks, whites and greens in a jug container to give that meadow fresh gift of love. Selection of flowers in pink, white and green.
Mixed flowers suitable for a lady or a gentleman. Ring wreath for a funeral Stem count not specified, individual flower content not specified. Suggested flowers may include Roses, Gerberas, Carnation, Button Chrysanthemum, Wax Flower, Thistle (if in Season) and Foliage. Presentation: loose flowers ring wreath
Vibrant colours make this beautiful Hand Tied stand out from the crowd. Stem count not specified, individual flowers not specified. Suggested flowers any mix of tulips and spring flowers (when available) otherwise use nice bright mix. Hand tied in gift bag/box.
Gorgeous pink single ended spray. A beautiful funeral tribute including pink lilies and pink roses. Stem count not specified. Suggested flowers include pink lillies, pink roses, foliage. Presentation style: single ended funeral spray arranged in oasis.
Sheath of mixed flowers suitable for a funeral service - lays flat
A strong mix of reds and blues, perfectly bright and striking. This is a stunning bouquet perfect for any occasion
An inspiration from nature . A flower gift perfectly arranged in a container using pale shaded flowers and foliage. Arrangement style: flowers arranged in oasis and delivered in an attractive container. (Container may vary.)
Pale pinks and creams.
A gift of flowers using the best blooms of the day chosen by your florist. Florist choice.
Arrangement of flowers in floral foam
A beautiful Hand Tied of pink roses and gypsophila makes the perfect gift. A beautiful hand tied of 12 pink roses with complementary foliage. Available in other colours. High grade roses to be used e.g 60/70 cm Heaven.
A celebration Hand Tied of pink shades. Perfect for any occasion. Hand tied in water presented in a gift box/bag Colour scheme mixed pinks.
A vibrant pink handtied simply stunning just like it's inspiration - The Cherry Blossom Tree.
Stem count not specified, Individual flower count not specified. Suggested flowers include, Roses, Gerbera and Hydrangea with small filler flowers and greenery. Hand tied in gift bag/box.
Handtied by the florist and delivered in a box. (containing water)
This Green and Pink Hand Tied is sure to be a winner.
Stem count not specified, individual flowers not specified. Suggested flowers pink roses, alstromeria, lilies and foliage. Hand tied in gift bag/box.
A beautiful Hand Tied of soft shaded flowers.
A perfect gift made up of beautiful blooms and greenery, arranged in a vase. Stem count not specified, individual flowers not specified. Suggested flowers roses, lillies, stocks / mixing flowers. Arrangement type, handtied arranged and delivered in vase or jug container.
(Florist Choice) A delicious gift delivered as an addition to your floral gift. (Florist Choice) A delicious gift, that is only available as an addition to your flower order.
A graceful host of our finest flowers and greenery. Stem count not specified, individual flowers not specified. Suggested flowers: stargazer lily, roses, kermit chrysanth & foliage. Hand tied and delivered in a glass vase. (Vase may vary.)
Stunning hand tied in whites and creams suitable for any occasion. Handtied in water presented in a gift box/bag. Colours whites creams and greens.
Bursting with pink flowers and fabulous handtie including florists selection of stems. Stem Count not specified, individual flowers not specified. Suggested flowers are Gerbera, Lilys, Hydrangea in pinks with foliage.
Presentation style is a handtie out of water.
(Florist Choice) A soft toy gift available as an addition to your floral gift. Florist Choice soft toy.
Want to send something extra special? Lilies and Roses are the perfect combination. A hand tied of pink lilies and roses presented in a gift box/bag.
This pretty combination make this a perfect choice. Hand tied in water presented in a gift box or bag. Pink, white, green to include fillers. Suggested flowers Lilly, Rose and chrysanthemum's.
A classic design with a modern twist featuring bright bold red roses and other flowers placed in serene foliage. A classic design with a modern twist featuring bright bold red roses and exclusive spring flowers placed in serene foliage. Flowers may differ in depending on availability of flowers.
Choice flowers arranged in a basket make this the perfect complete gift. . Creams, yellow and white basket arrangement.
Single Rose
Luxurious natural green and white Hand Tied. Flowers: 3/4 Headed White Oriental Lily, White Roses Luxury Grade i.e Avalanche, White Germini, White Lizianthus, Green Xant Blooms, 50cm Aralia leaves, 70cm Aspidestra leaves, Eucalyptus Cinerea, Salal
A timeless arrangement of pinks and creams in a lovely container. A pretty petite arrangement in Oasis preferably in a zinc container. Pinks and whites. Suggested flowers germini, freesia, roses and foliage.
A traditional presentation of seasonal flowers in pink and white. Stem count not specified, Individual flower content not specified. Suggested flower include Roses and lily, greenery and fillers. Traditional wrap.
A delightful basket arrangement of pinks, creams and purple mixed with complementary foliage. Stem count not specified, individual flowers not specified. Suggested flowers lillies, gerbera, rose's, lisianthus. Arrangement type; basket in Oasis. Basket container may vary.
This casual collection of flowers is sure to delight. Stem count not specified, individual flowers not specified. Suggested flowers roses, gerbera, million star, chrysanth, liatris. Specifically bright and colourful mix of flowers to evoke fresh and happy. Hand tied No vase.
"Ordering for Mum that helps Local businesses get back on its feet. BY ordering this bouquet you know the local florist might be delivering Monday, Tuesday or even Wednesday when finally flower supplies arrive. With heartfelt thanks from your local ...NZ florist and the Direct2florist team" ...
A fabulous collection of white and cream flowers make this the perfect gift. Hand tied in water and presented in a gift box/bag colours whites and greens.
A traditional presentation bouquet gift wrapped in cellophane in an elegant mix of yellows and whites. Stem count not specified, Individual flower not specified. Suggested flowers include Solidago, Lily, spray Chrysanthemum, Rose and foliage, in yellows, whites and peach. Presentation style is a traditional flat bouquet.
Red and pink roses and super foliage make this Hand Tied a special gift for any occasion.
Stem count not specified, individual flowers include red roses Colour scheme reds, pinks and greens. Handtied in water gift bag/box.
Soft shades make this elegant glass Vase of luxury flowers the perfect gift . A luxurious handtied of peach and cream vintage style flowers arranged in a vase.
This years Midnight Star is a gorgeous festive arrangement in a festive vase or container. It shouts Christmas and why not? A lovely festive gift including red roses, green chrysanthemums and christmas picks. Suggested Flowers: red roses, green chrysanthemums.
Vase style: As close as possible. Preferably in Red
A lovely bright flower hand tied to bring a smile. Pinks, Whites and Greens. Simple and beautiful.Stem Count not specified, individual flower content not specified. Suggested flowers include Gerbera, Carnation, Calla Lily, Chrysanthemum, and filler with foliage in pinks whites and greens. Presentation type is a Hand tie. Vase not included.
Fresh and bright. A pleasing colour selection suitable for any occasion. The florist will select yellows, whites and greens. Fresh and bright. The florist will select yellows, whites and greens to deliver a lovely hand tie bouquet. Flower delivery in UK by local florists.
A stunning sunny hand tied bouquet designed using vibrant yellows, greens, limes to make someone's day little brighter. Stem count not specified, individual flowers not specified Suggested flowers yellow roses, hypericum and mixed foliage's. Handtied in gift box/bag.
Bright sunshine flowers make this lovely bouquet perfect for any occasion. A collection of seasonal flowers in coordinated wrapping hand delivered by the professional local florist. A bouquet wrapped in your own choice of packaging. A collection of seasonal flowers - suggested flowers includes Germini, Phlox, Roses, Gyp, Lizianthus, Alstro.
A tasteful collection of seasonal flowers in coordinated wrapping. A beautiful fresh bouquet professionally arranged and delivered by the local florist. A perfect gift for any occasion. A bouquet wrapped in your own choice of packaging. A collection of seasonal flowers - suggested flowers includes germini, lisianthus, stocks, alstromeria, gypsophelia and foliage.
What better way to welcome a new baby than with floral Hugs and Kisses.Gift Bag, Oasis (Oasis Floral) Cellophane, Butterfly ( Whittingtons).
Flowers: Pink Rose, Lilac September, Pink Lizianthus, Green Carnation, Pink Germini, Mad Linzi Santini Chrusant, Ruskus, Eucalyptus Cinerea, Pink painted wigs, Salal
Introduce sunshine into their life with our Summer Sky creationA bouquet wrapped in your own choice of packaging. A collection of seasonal flowers - suggested flowers includes Trachelium. roses, germini, spray carnations, chrysanths spray.
Make their day with this bright and vibrant collection of flowers, beautifully presented in a gift box / bag. A bright and vibrant mixture of flowers and foliage delivered in a box or bag.
A little gift for a new little boy. An arrangement of blue, lemon and white blooms.
Front facing arrangement in petite container flowers in blue, lemon and white. Suitable for birth of new born baby boy.
A stunning collection of pink and white flowers that say 'I Love You' perfectly. A hand-tied of pink and white choice flowers and foliages delivered in a bag or box.
A unique Christmas gift bag, professionally arranged and delivered by a local florist. Please note: The florist may substitute individual flowers at their discretion. The gift bag may vary from the one pictured. Suggested flowers include: Standard Red Rose, Red Carnation, Red Germini, Eringium, Red Spray Carnation, Gypsophila,
Green Santi
A floral creation for the new addition, made up of blooms in shades of pink and cream. Front facing arrangement in petite container with pink flowers. Suitable for birth of new born baby girl.
Bring the outdoors indoors with our Garden Breeze.
Suggested Flowers - A Hand Tied in water delivered in a box or bag.
Let her know you're thinking of her with this beautiful collection of florist fresh flowers, perfect for the occasion.
A hand-tied of mixed flowers and foliage delivered in a bag or box.
It's pretty. It's perfect. A floral basket overflowing with pastel-shaded picks.Basket, Ribbon, Butterfly's (whittingtons), Oasis (oasis Floral).
Flowers: Ruskus, Pittus, Eucalyptus Cinerea, Green Carnation, Pink Roser, Pink Gemini, Mad Linzi Santini Chrysant, Pink Spray Carnation, Lilac September, Pink Painted Twigs.
Available in a yellow colourway, this delightful arrangement is sure to put a smile on their face. A small container is lined with cellophane and filled with Oasis. Twigs are inserted into the foam and flowers and foliage arranged with added fabric ribbon.
A wonderful christmas gift to send to family, friends, loved ones or colleagues this Christmas. Suggested flowers include: Hypericum, Red Spray Carnation, Eringium, Gypsophila, Red Germini,
Standard Red Rose, Green Santini, Ruskus, Salal, Eucalyptus Cinnerea, Holly. UK Suppliers: Round zinc planter, Oasis (Oasis Floral) / Red ribbon (Widdups) / Fl
Available in a pink colourway, this delightful arrangement is sure to put a smile on their face. A small container is lined with cellophane and filled with Oasis. Twigs are inserted into the foam and flowers and foliage arranged with added fabric ribbon.
Morning fresh and festive flowers hand delivered in gift box for Christmas. Suggested Flowers: 50cm Aralia leaves, Green Bloom, High Grade White Rose, White Santini,
Green Santini, Gypsophila, White Gerbera, White Spray Carnation, Salal, Eucalyptus Cinnerea.
UK Suppliers: Gift Box, Cellophane (Widdups) / Cone, Twig Bundle, Flo
Send good vibes with this funky colourful collection of flowers to brighten their day. A wonderful gift for many occasions. Hand-tied wrapped and presented as you wish.
A pretty collection of pastel flowers skilfully arranged in a delightful basket to deliver your message in a special way. A basket filled with a block of Oasis and mixed foliage with compact arrangement of
pastel shaded flowers. Fabric ribbon attached to the basket.
Say hello in style with this fabulous hand-tied. Why not take the opportunity to be spontaneous and surprise them today with a stunning flower delivery by their local florist.
Hand-tied wrapped and presented as you wish.
Suggested flowers: Roses, Antirrhinum, September, Astrantia, Alstroemeria, Santini, Chrysanthemum Spray.
Suggest foliage: Aralia and Pittosporum
Want to send something extra special this Christmas? Look no further! Suggested Flowers- 50cm Aralia leaves, White Santini, High grade Pink Rose, Pink Germini, Eringium, White Carnation, Gypsophila, Eucalyptus Cinnerea, Salal. UK Suppliers: Gift Box, Cellophane (Widdups) / Flowers (Heemskerk Flowers)
Energise their day with a stunning surprise. A warm collection of seasonal flowers artistically arranged by an artistic florist. Hand-tied wrapped and presented as you wish.
Suggested flowers: Spray Roses, Santini, Chrysanthemum Spray, Carnations, Antirrhinum, Germini, hypericum, Astrantia.
Suggested foliage: Pittosporum.
This fresh and stylish gift of white oriental lilies will delight and impress. (Please keep away from cats!) Hand-tied wrapped and presented as you wish.
Suggested flowers: Oriental lilies. (Only white oriental lilies to be delivered).
Suggested foliage: Pittosporum, Bear Grass and Aralia.
A gorgeous table decoration including a vase container. Perfect to dress the middle of any table or side table - a lovely gift complete with your personal card message to bring festive cheer at Christmas.
A bright citrus selection of flowers arranged in a vase. Stem count not specified, individual flowers not specified. Suggested flowers: lillies roses, lisianthus. Handtied arranged and delivered in a glass vase.
White flowers and foliage suitable for a lady or gents funeral. Stem count not specified, individual flowers not specified. Sheaf may include white calla lily and white roses finished with foliage. Presentation tied sheaf style flat bouquet.
A beautiful funeral tribute made with deluxe red roses. Stem count not specified, Individual flower count not specified. Red roses and mix of foliage in a coffin spray.
A soothing collection of Roses and Lilies delicately crafted and delivered by a professional florist. Hand-tied bouquet delivered in a Gift Box or Bag. Only Roses and Lilies to be delivered.
A small token of love, from your heart to theirs. A luxurious gift of 2 Red Roses. 2 red roses florist choice of arrangement in container in foam OR hand tied in vase.
A pink themed hand-tied created in a complimentary gift bag or box. A special gift they'll remember for years to come. A hand-tied in water delivered in a bag or box in shades of pink and white.
Let them know you're thinking of them with a beautiful bouquet. Wrapped up in style and made to WOW! A wrap of mixed flowers. This gives the opportunity to wrap in kraft or cello in a style to suit. Please note: This does not need to be in water.
A basket to delight - themed in whites. Make it a special occasion and show them just how much they mean to you. An arrangement in a basket in foam. In white or ivory flowers and neutral fillers. Please note: the customer has chosen not to have other colours included. Top tip: Fill with foliage before adding flowers.
A beautiful bouquet filled with a selection of serene flowers & foliage - A lovely gift for a special day. A wrap of green and white flowers. This gives the opportunity to wrap in kraft or cello in a style to suit. Please note: This does not need to be in water.
Create a memorable moment with this stunning hand-tied of whites, creams & greens. Delivered in a stylish gift bag or box. A hand-tied delivered in water in a gift bag or box. Of green and white flowers with neutral fillers.
A little gift can go a long way and Evie could be all you need to make the perfect gesture. Arranged in a petite container. A small posy arrangement in a pot or zinc container in pink shaded flowers. The flowers are arranged in foam. Top Tip: Fill completely with foliage before adding flowers.
A romantic collection of roses and lilies hand-tied and delivered by a local florist. Only roses in pink and white and oriental lilies in either pink and / or white to be delivered in water. Wrapped and presented as you wish.
A pretty collection of pink & white flowers skilfully arranged in a beautiful basket to send your message in a wonderful way. An arrangement in a basket in foam. In pink and white shades. Top Tip: Fill completely with foliage before adding flowers.
A unique floral gift arranged in a fabulous petite container. The ideal gift - if you're looking to send something a little different. An arrangement of flowers in foam in an oval zinc container or similar. Small flowers in pink, white and lilacs used to create an all-round arrangement. Top Tip: Fill completely with foliage before adding flowers.
This beautiful collection of romantic flowers say "I love you" perfectly. A hand-tied in water to be wrapped and presented as appropriate. Mainly pink flowers to predominate, but florist must include a single high grade rose.
12 luxury red roses and fabulous foliage are the perfect way to say "I love you". 12 best quality red roses presented as a hand-tied in water with luxury foliage in a bag or box.
You guessed it. Not 5, but 6 fabulous red roses beautifully presented and delivered by a local florist. 6 red long stemmed roses to preferably include gypsophila (alternatives include wax flower), and choice foliage. Hand-tied and delivered in water, wrapped and presented as appropriate.


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Area residents Mac and Jean McCrady prove athleticism is not about age, but rather inspiration and attitude. The two regular Shepherd's Cove Hospice Race to Remember participants have amassed numerous racing records in their life but it in less time than most would think.
Mac was athletic in his younger years, but his real running career didn't start until age 50. He began running for exercise. Now with more than 700 races under his shoes, Mac's passion extends beyond health benefits.
"You just gain a positive addiction to running," he said. "Your goal is always to reach your potential."
From his first race, a four-mile road run in Dothan in 1982, Mac has carried his love for racing across the country. His experience spans road, trail, and cycling races, as well as duathlons, in New Mexico, Utah, and more. At the age of 65, he even took on what is dubbed as the "Colorado fourteeners" – a collection of 14,000-foot mountains. Mac made more than 100 ascents up 33 of the famous ranges.
He also now claims 54 Alabama racing records, all of which he set after turning 70. A few were earned locally at the Shepherd's Cove Race to Remember 5K in Albertville.
Jean and Mac (far left and far right) posed for a picture with Rhonda Osborne (center), Shepherd's Cove CEO, after receiving medals for placing first in their age division at the 2018 Race to Remember.
Overcoming obstacles
Mac has overcome many health obstacles in his racing career, including a broken hip from a near-fatal bicycle accident in 2011. After intensive surgery, Mac determined to return to running by means of his own rehabilitation regiment. In just three and a half months, he worked himself up from using a walker to running a 5K in just more than 30 minutes.
"It says a lot about the kind of runner he is, was, and has been," said Mac's wife, Jean. "He's tough, and he's been my inspiration."
Jean also caught the running "bug" from her husband. For years, Jean ran for exercise while she also ran her own business, Mountain Lakes Resort in Guntersville. The demands of her business did not allow much time for training and racing. However, after retirement, the McCrady's moved to Hampton Cove, where the multitude of nearby races were impossible to resist. Encouraged by her husband's athletic feats, Jean ran her first race – the Liz Hurley Ribbon Run 5K – and won the top prize for her age division. She was 81 years old.
In the past four years, Jean has accumulated 10 state records for 1-mile, 10K, and mostly 5K. In recent years, Mac and Jean have focused on charity runs in Huntsville, Guntersville, and Albertville.
"It's just pretty exciting to think, 'Hey, I can do this,'" Jean said. "You just want to do it again and again and again."
The McCrady's never let fear be a factor in their athletic goals. They say the right attitude with some training is all that's necessary to compete.
"Just do it," Jean said. "After you do it once, you'll know what you need to do to improve. You're always competing with yourself. Your time gets compared with others, but really you're always competing against your own best time."
Mac and Jean celebrate after competing in a Liz Hurley Ribbon Run 5K.
Striving ahead
Although recent bouts with atrial fibrillation (AFib) now prevent Mac from racing, Jean carries on, still inspired by her husband.
"I'm sure that without his history and involvement in running, I never would've started," she said.
Jean plans to run in the upcoming Shepherd's Cove Race to Remember 5K at Albertville High School on April 27. Mac will be there to cheer her on from the sidelines.
What are your goals? What do you hope to achieve in life?
The Race to Remember 5K benefits the Shepherd's Cove Foundation, which supports the Shepherd's Cove hospice, palliative, and grief support programs. Community support for this event helps give a new hope to people facing an end-of-life journey – hope for peace, comfort, and dignity. Hope to see a last wish fulfilled, a day without pain, or a beautiful life after losing a loved one.
Learn more or sign up at racetoremember.run.


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My husband uses the term "Bad Ju-Ju."
This cracks me up. Truth be told, Justin is pretty straightlaced. However, he is also a devout follower of the school of "good thoughts." Justin and I both regularly listen to a refresher course in The Power of Positive Thinking, by Norman Vincent Peale. However, both of us work hard at thinking and believing in good.
Frankly, it is easier to believe all is lost and focus on the bad ju-ju, instead of the good.
So recently we were cleaning up the garage when I heard Justin yelp. "What!?!?" I begged. I mean it would have to be a snake to make this tough guy yelp. He held the box at arm's length and ran out to the dumpster. But he came back holding the box. "It is stuff from that horrible lawsuit. But, I can't really throw it away. We should probably just keep it for our records." So he walked over to the work bench, grabbed a sharpie and wrote: BAD JUJU on the side of the box.
At least now, we will know where to keep the bad juju, right next to the poison, and curses.
For years I believed I was cursed. The reality is the only curse I bore was the curse of unbelief.
The internet certainly has its perks, I believe in the good it has brought to my life.
But it sure has its baggage.
Seriously, it's a literally blessing, and a metaphorical curse.
As a believer in Jesus Christ, I cannot be cursed.
Still, via the power of the internet, I came here to say, my fellow sisters, stop believing the lie that the demonic has a hold of you.
Recently, on a search for something on Pinterest I saw a post about breaking off curses for financial freedom.
I clicked on it.
I mean, who doesn't want this?
Of course, it was eyecatching (PINTEREST 101) and it was applicable to me, mom of 6 with 1 launched, 1 Marine, and 1 with a foot out the door.
The post was deceiving. I truly was under the impression the article was about steps to recover from debt and the hypothetical curses that we are burdened with, not a literal curse. It was about a "legit curse" and the devil's continual corruption of my life and making God move. And here's the thing – there are spiritual badlands where I am not where I need to be, but God is always right where He should be. He is always faithful.
Say it with me: He is always faithful.
Yep, I can put too much on a credit card. My mom and her mom might have done the same, but this is not a generational curse; generational folly… sure, but cursed?
I believe in Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father who suffered, died, and was buried. On the third day, in fulfillment of the scripture, He rose and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
I believe and I am redeemed.
There is no "curse" that can separate me from the love of the Father.
In my quest to make sense out of madness I have added to a non-existent tally to understand and embrace God. This methodology kept me steeped in works… and terror. Fearful I was missing a step or failing to do that which will count me righteous when all that counts is Jesus, is the busy work of works.
The danger of this is two-fold.
- This is a works justified faith, which is the absence of Grace. (You who are trying to be justified by the law have been alienated from Christ; you have fallen away from grace. Galatians 5:4)
- Perfect love casts out all fear, so if I am to freely love my God how can I subscribe to a law of terror? (1 John 4:18)
The idea that we as believers can fall under the spell of a curse is a lie from the enemy that keeps us self-focused, sinned focused, and needlessly ritualistic. It is the opposite of faith in the power of the Cross to believe we can add or take away from Jesus' mercy.
At a season in my life when I was most paralyzed with fear, I found myself tirelessly working to have certain "curses" removed from me so I would be free from my terrors. I followed steps, I highlighted, marked and circled. I proudly checked off the list as if I had finally discovered the formula by which the horror would cease.
The reality was and is that my mind and heart were simply shackled to the "omen" because the "omen" was the focus. When my gaze turned to the Son of man everything changed.
If He is for me, no one can be against me. (Romans 8:31)
He came to set captives free, I am free indeed. (John 8:36)
Surely I say to you, He came to give me life and peace abundant, therefore, life and peace abound! (John 10:10)
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And while I spoke these phrases, it wasn't until I wholly believed and fell into the arms of Jesus that I was finally free from "chicken sacrificing" and "10-steps this way" Christianity.
Which, I boldly profess is the real curse.
The curse of unbelief. Store that which blesses, toss out that which "curses," and make sure you mark truth in permenant marker, so you never get it confused with the bad ju-ju.
I say, let's take off our funeral clothes and step into the banquet hall. Here in this place, the veil has been torn. Nothing stands between us and the Father.
A Father who loves us, unto the sacrifice of His only son.
Pin that sista!
May your floors be sticky and your calling ordained. Love, Jami
Matthew 7:24-25 (NIV) "Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock."
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Buying a home is likely to be the biggest financial commitment you will ever make and so it is important to arm yourself with as much information as possible. In this article we offer help for first time buyers and cover everything that a first time home buyer should know when getting a mortgage, including how much deposit you will need, how best to save for a deposit and understanding how first time buyer lenders work.
While we provide a lot of practical guidance in the information below, we want to keep the information relevant and concise and so we do not provide a detailed analysis of the individual lenders or their lending criteria. It is important to understand the value of seeking mortgage advice and speaking to a qualified independent mortgage specialist who can walk you through the buying a house process. Lenders are constantly changing their offers and the best mortgage brokers will have access to the whole of the market (unlike comparison sites and mortgage calculators) as well as having a detailed understanding of the lending criteria for each. I would recommend that you read this article in full first and foremost and once you understand the options available to you and the application process, seek the services of a qualified independent mortgage broker.
If you don't know a mortgage adviser whose opinion you trust then you can get your mortgage options reviewed for free online through Habito, one of the first online mortgage brokers in the UK. I've personally been into Habito's offices to see how they check through over 20,000 mortgages from more than 90 mortgage lenders before making a recommendation. The whole process can be carried out online (without the need for face-to-face meetings) which is useful for first time buyers looking to get on the ladder. Habito has a 5 star rating on Trustpilot from over 2400 customer reviews.
Can I get a mortgage?
Before you start looking at what mortgage options are available to you you need to make sure that getting a first time mortgage is the right choice for you. A lender will look into your finances in great detail and so it is important that you do the same in preparation. If now is not the right time, it is better to wait than to chance it and get rejected. Even if it is touch and go and you can just about afford it, it may be better to wait a little longer and give yourself a financial buffer.
How much can I borrow?
In the past lenders would multiply your annual income to work out how much they would be happy to lend you, but now it is focussed on affordability. Income is still a key consideration but it will be compared to your outgoings so that the lender can build up a full picture of your finances. There will be larger scrutiny on your fixed spending, such as loans or credit card repayments (as these can't simply be stopped or reduced) and they will be less worried about discretionary spending like eating out (as this can easily be reigned in). Even if you have little or no debt, you may still fall foul of the affordability checks as lenders will often stress test your finances to see if you could survive an interest rate hike. The amount you can borrow will be based on the deposit you are willing to put down, the overall loan-to-value (LTV) which we will cover further down in this article and your affordability.
How much deposit will I need?
You will need at least 5%, but the more you can pull together the better. Having a bigger deposit has multiple benefits; it will mean you need to borrow less, you will have access to a larger number of lenders (meaning you have more choice) and you will also be likely to get a much better rate. Getting a deposit together is no easy task and there is no quick-fix. Some are lucky enough to be gifted money from parents or grandparents but others will have to cut back and save or perhaps earn additional money via a second job or side hustle. Whatever you do the fact remains that if you don't have some sort of deposit it is unlikely you will be offered a mortgage.
What does loan-to-value mean? (LTV)
Lenders will often quote the 'loan-to-value' or 'LTV'. Put simply this is the percentage of the property value you are loaned as a mortgage (The amount you are borrowing) In order to work this out you will need to know the property value, let's say this is £300,000, you then subtract the amount you have as a deposit, let's say this is £30,000. This leaves £270,000 which you then divide by the total value (£300,000) then multiply by 100, which in this case equals 90%.
When you work out the numbers based on your current deposit amount, if the loan-to-value figure you come up with is higher than the one quoted by the lender, you will either need to save more money or pick a cheaper property.
Let's use the same example as above and assume the lender will offer a mortgage based on a LTV of 85%. In order to work out the deposit needed, you just need to multiply the property value by 85% which equals £255,000. Deduct £255,000 from the total value of the property (£300,000) and you get £45,000. That means in order to be offered a mortgage from this particular lender, you would need to save a further £15,000 (as you currently have £30,000 saved in this example). Alternatively, you could look for a cheaper property altogether as this will automatically bring the LTV down.
What if the lender values my property less than the amount I have agreed?
Remember that the loan-to-value is based on the valuation that the mortgage company places on the property. If that value is lower than the price you have agreed, this will change the loan-to-value. Let's use the example above
Expected loan to value
Property Price Agreed - £300,000
Current Deposit - £45,000
Loan-to-value - 85%
Lender's revised loan-to-value workings
Property Price Agreed - £300,000
Property Value (by lender) - £295,000
Lender will loan 85% - £250,750
Current Deposit - £45,000
Further deposit required - £4,250
As the property price was agreed at £300,000 but the lender only valued it at £295,000, the buyer will need to increase the deposit in order to meet the agreed purchase price (In this case a further £4,250).
What help is available to first time buyers?
Lenders have tightened up their lending criteria in recent years and it has become increasingly harder for first time buyers to get on the property ladder. There is however some light at the end of the tunnel in the form of first time buyer schemes such as equity loans and shared ownership schemes. We will cover all of them below and their purpose, either to help build a deposit more efficiently or to help bring down the loan-to-value.
What is a Help to Buy ISA?
No longer available, the Help to Buy ISA was set up by the Government in 2015, in order to help first time buyers save for their first home. It provided a tax efficient way of saving as it included a 25% boost from the government. The Help to Buy ISA was phased out on 30th November 2019 in favour of the Lifetime ISA. You can read more about Lifetime ISAs below.
What is a Lifetime ISA?
Similar to the phased out 'Help to Buy ISA', a Lifetime ISA can be used to save towards your first home (taking advantage of the 25% government boost), but it can also be used to save towards retirement. You have to be aged between 18 and 40 to open a Lifetime ISA and you can put in up to £4,000 per year (until you are 50). The government will add up to £1,000 a year and the Lifetime ISA counts towards your annual ISA limit which for the 2020/21 tax year is £20,000.
You can transfer money from any other existing ISA (including a Help to Buy ISA) into a Lifetime ISA, however it is limited to the Lifetime ISA allowance, which is currently £4,000 for the 2020/21 tax year. If you have already contributed to your Lifetime ISA in a given tax year, then you can only transfer what is left of your annual allowance. As with other types of ISA, you can only make contributions into one Lifetime ISA in each tax year.
You can hold cash or stocks and shares in your Lifetime ISA, or have a combination of both. When you turn 50, you will no longer be able to pay into your Lifetime ISA or earn the 25% bonus. Your account will stay open and your savings will still earn interest or investment returns.
Withdrawing money from your Lifetime ISA
You can withdraw money from your ISA if you're:
- buying your first home
- aged 60 or over
- terminally ill, with less than 12 months to live
- You'll pay a 25% charge if you withdraw cash or assets for any other reason.*
The 25% charge is to recover the government bonus received but will apply to the whole savings pot, meaning you may get back less than you have paid in. To use a simple example, if you pay in £200, you will receive a £50 bonus. If you were to withdraw this, a 25% charge would apply to the £250 (totalling £62.50) meaning you would only get £187.50 back (a loss of £12.50). You are free to transfer your Lifetime ISA between LISA providers and doing so doesn't affect your annual payment limit and will not attract a withdrawal fee. If you transfer funds out of a Lifetime ISA and then into another ISA, this will be considered a withdrawal and will attract a 25% charge.
*The 25% withdrawal charge has been reduced to 20% until 5th April 2021. This means if you need to access your Lifetime ISA savings prior to 5th April 2021, you will only have to pay back the government bonus. This is expected to be for a limited time only and is in response to the current financial crisis.
Buying your first home using your Lifetime ISA
You can use your savings to help you buy your first home if all the following apply:
- the property costs £450,000 or less
- you buy the property at least 12 months after you open the Lifetime ISA
- you use a conveyancer or solicitor to act for you in the purchase - the ISA provider will pay the funds directly to them
- you're buying with a mortgage
If you are interested in learning more about the Lifetime ISA, we go into more detail in our article Lifetime ISAs explained - are they the best way to save
What is a Help to Buy equity loan?
The Help to Buy equity loan scheme was launched in April 2013 and will run until March 2021. It is only available on new build properties in England and anyone can benefit from the scheme (not just first time buyers) Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland offer similar schemes but operate slightly differently.
The government will lend you up to 20% of the cost of your newly built home, so you'll only need a 5% cash deposit and a 75% mortgage to make up the rest. You won't be charged loan fees on the 20% loan for the first five years of owning your home.
As a result of providing this assistance, the government has an entitlement to a share of the future sale proceeds equal to the percentage contribution required to assist your purchase. For the first five years of Help to Buy home ownership you will pay an initial monthly management fee of £1. This will continue until the loan is repaid. After five years, the equity loan will be subject to an additional interest fee (collected from you on behalf of Homes England by Homes England's Mortgage Administrator) of 1.75% per annum on the outstanding amount of the equity loan. From the fifth anniversary of the loan this fee will increase each year by the increase (if any) in RPI plus 1%.
The scheme is designed so that you pay back the loan when you sell your property, giving the Government 20% of the sale price. The government therefore share the proceeds from the rise (or fall) in property prices
Who is eligible for a Help to Buy equity loan?
- anyone in England interested in buying a new build property (until March 2021)
- buyers must always provide a 5% cash deposit contribution (5% of the full
purchase price)
- buyers must take out a first charge mortgage with a qualifying lender
- the maximum purchase price is £600,000
- the property purchased must be your only residence
What is Shared Ownership?
If you are unable to get a mortgage on 100% of a home, shared Ownership (sometimes referred to as Share to buy) offers you the chance to buy a share of your home (between 25% and 75% of the home's value) and pay rent on the remaining share. It is a great way of getting yourself onto the property ladder as it allows you to buy a bigger share in the property (referred to as staircasing) when you can afford to. You need to think carefully before you apply as it will restrict your options when you come to sell and there are fewer lenders that offer shared ownership mortgages.
Who is eligible for Shared Ownership?
- your household earns £80,000 a year or less outside London, or your household earns £90,000 a year or less in London
- you are a first-time buyer, you used to own a home but can't afford to buy one now or are an existing shared owner looking to move
Things to consider before entering into a shared ownership arrangement
- fewer lenders to choose from
- restricted options when it comes to selling
- shared ownership properties are sometimes sold on a leasehold basis
Can shared ownership properties be converted to freehold?
A shared ownership property will not automatically become a freehold property once the equity share has increased to 100%, in fact, some housing associations never sell the freehold. Housing associations have the right to retain the leasehold if they wish to, even if the owner is able to buy the property outright and increase the equity share to 100%. It would be wise therefore to discuss the possibility of buying the freehold before you enter into a shared ownership arrangement.
What is the starter homes scheme?
If you are aged between 23 and 40 and are a first time buyer you may be eligible for the starter homes scheme which is designed to help a first-time buyer with a discount of 20% off the purchase price of a new build home. This is a new scheme and the full details are yet to be released. Keep an eye on the starter homes website in the coming months.
What other options are there?
Mates' Mortgages
If you are struggling to get a mortgage on your own you could consider applying with siblings or friends, with some lenders allowing joint applications of up to four people. Pooling the salaries together will help, but remember you'll likely need a larger property and there may be complications if and when you decide you want to move.
Bank of Mum and Dad
It is not just the deposit that mum and dad can help with, there are a number of mortgages available that can incorporate their finances. These are fairly complex and you will need to have some open and frank conversations with your family. Something to consider if your parents are keen to help.
Will I have to pay stamp duty as a first time buyer?
First time buyers in England and Northern Ireland are usually not required to pay stamp duty on the first £300,000 for homes worth up to £500,000, however, a temporary stamp duty holiday was introduced in July 2020 meaning the threshold currently stands at £500,000. First time buyer stamp duty is applicable on properties worth more than £500,000, and the relief will not apply in this case. Some lenders will have offers where they will either help with stamp duty or pay the total amount and some developers offer deals to pay the stamp duty when you purchase one of their homes.
A summary of the stamp duty rates prior to the introduction of the temporary stamp duty holiday is below:
|Property Value
|% payable (Residential)
|Under £125,000
|Over £125,000 - £250,000
|Over £250,000 - £925,000
|Over £925,000 - £1,500,000
|Over £1,500,000
Stamp Duty Holiday
On the 8th July 2020, a temporary stamp duty 'holiday' was announced in the chancellor's Economic statement. The stamp duty threshold has been increased to £500,000 in England and Northern Ireland until 31st March 2021. Stamp duty is payable at 5% on all purchases between £500,001 and £925,000 and the next £575,000 (between £925,001 to £1.5 million) is taxed at 10%. Anything over £1.5 million is taxed at 12%. Stamp duty is expected to return to the previous thresholds (shown in the table above) from 1st April 2021.
Quick tips
There is no way to guarantee your chances of being accepted by a lender, but there are lots of things that you can do to boost your chances and we have summarised these below
- check your credit score and take action if something doesn't look right (update addresses etc)
- get on the electoral roll
- pay off any outstanding debt, preferably to within 15-30% of your credit limit (and avoid payday loans altogether)
- pay off and stay out of your overdraft (if you don't need it, get rid of it to avoid temptation)
- save up more than the minimum deposit (offering more than the minimum will boost your chances of being accepted)
- simplify your banking (having multiple accounts with multiple inter-account credits and debits will make it harder for a lender to understand your finances)
- reduce your monthly commitments (cancel any unused or unwanted subscriptions)
Make sure that you research all of the options available to you. If you find that there isn't anything for you right now then don't panic, things will change.
Contact a mortgage adviser, such as the online broker Habito, who can help you get a mortgage or at least tell you what your options are, for free.
Use our Quick tip section above to help better your chances and keep your eye out as new schemes will inevitably be introduced. The mortgage world is a competitive one and lenders are constantly developing new products and introducing new rates and so just because there isn't anything right now, it doesn't mean to say that there won't be some time soon. We will continue to update this article as and when information becomes available and when new schemes are introduced.
Good luck and happy house hunting.
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Back from Mexico where my brother's wedding was divine, the resort was astounding, the food superb, and the complimentary booze in never-ending supply. What's not to like? The first show since was last night with Clambake at the Rivoli as part of SketchCom. Like most other times we do it, we weren't the worst, and certainly not the best of the night.
I am glad that I did not entertain the first thought I had which was to leave early and pack it in. The closing act was the sketch trouple The Somethingorothers. First time that I've ever seen them and they were completely astounding. Their sketches well written, their video breaks well produced, their performances engaging. I talked with one of the members and it appears they've been building up their repertoire at the SketchCom nights and are now looking to break out to different venues. Keep an eye out for them.


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Black Friday 2019 is coming! If you've been holding off spending to reap the benefits of the discounts over the weekend shopping bonanza, you'll be happy to know that the big names have started to announce the discounts they'll be offering. Perfect if you want to plan your bargain hunting ahead.
This week, we've heard from Furniture Village about their Black Friday sale. Here are the details.
When is the Furniture Village Black Friday 2019 sale
The dates of the Furniture Village Black Friday 2019 sale are Monday 18th November to Monday 2nd December 2019.
What savings will be on offer?
Specifically, upholstery, dining room and bedroom furniture will have up to 50 per cent off. Below, we've listed just some of items you can find at great discounts. For all the Black Friday savings at Furniture Village – plus current saving, go to their dedicated sales page.
The Hypnos Embrace Opulent Cashmere Pocket Sprung Divan Set in King Size, will have up to 50 per cent off, down from £1,999 to £999. See all our bed sales (now and for when Black Friday comes) on our dedicated deals page.
The Lolly Chaise End Sofa will have 38 per cent off, retailing for £995. Not currently on the sofa and chaise page at Furniture Village, it's nonetheless a great deal, and we LOVE the colour.
Find all our sofa deals on our dedicated page, which we'll be updating regularly and throughout the Black Friday weekend.
The Merlin extending dining table and four chairs will be £1,395 during the Black Friday 2019 sale. It's currently on sale on the site for £1,595 down from £2,695 (if you really can't wait)... but if you can, you'll get an extra £200 off.


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First of all, if that were true my last post before this one wouldn't be about my son being 5 months old when he is now 7 months old! If I had it all together, my blog would be up to date!
But seriously, these conversations have troubled me deeply and brought me to a very serious realization. Two of my dearest friends (who do not know each other at all) were each going through some very difficult times ALONE. One friend I know was too intimidated by her perception of others that she didn't feel as if she could reach out when she needed someone.
We women are relational creatures, and part of being relational creatures is comparing ourselves with others. This can be very dangerous to our emotional health if we are in a vulnerable place. She works full time and teaches Sunday School, I should be able to do that. She works out 3 times a week and is in the best shape of her life after having a baby, I should be able to do that. She doesn't feed her family fast food at all, I should be able to prepare a healthy meal for every meal we eat. She cloth diapers full time, I should be able to do that. She has quiet time every day with God for 30-60 minutes, I should be able to do that. She makes all her own baby food, I should be able to do that. She continued to breastfeed after going back to work, I should be able to do that. Her house is always so clean, I should be able to do that. She grows her own vegetables and composts, I should be able to do that. The problem is that when we do this comparison, these women are never the same person!! The one who finds time to work out, probably has a dirty house. The one who teaches Sunday School, may feed her baby jar food. The one who prepares healthy meals for her family, may use disposable diapers. But for some crazy reason, we feel like we should be able to do it ALL. Hence, the mompetition.
We expect to be able to do it all, even though no one ever could. And because of our feelings of inadequacy when we can't do it all, we withdraw from one another and feel isolated. When really, the mom that you compare yourself with, the one you think has it all together, feels like a complete failure. And funniest of all, she looks at you and thinks you have it all together too.


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Design Milk is bringing the Milk Stand back to IDS Toronto! The Milk Stand is a unique pop-up shop curated by Design Milk that provides independent designers + makers a platform to share, showcase and sell their latest collections to the public and design industry at design shows and fairs around the world. In the past, the Milk Stand has exhibited at ICFF in New York, WestEdge Design Fair in California, IDS Toronto in Canada, and London Design Fair in the UK.
This year's Design Milk pop-up retail shop is going back to basics. Imagine grassroots artist markets or nostalgic discount department stores – modular structures, low-cost materials, and hand-drawn graphics – but elevated to the next level. That's what's inspiring Rollout, Canada's boutique wallcovering provider and the creators of this year's Milk Stand, in partnership with multidisciplinary design firm FormNation. Rollout's fluid use of space and unconventional resources are designed to engage the aesthetically minded, tasteful shopper. When you're exploring the Design Milk's carefully curated pop-up shop, ordinary is not an option.
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What should you be eating for more radiant, youthful, beautiful skin? The answers may surprise you. Here's insight from a medical esthetician about what to eat, and what to avoid.
Perhaps nowhere is the common refrain "You are what you eat" more clearly reflected than in your skin. The body's largest organ — your skin — basically tells a tale of the foods you feed your body. So do more than apply the right creams and serums: Feed it the right foods! Here, Heidi Nicol, medical esthetician with Renown Dermatology, Laser & Skin Care, walks us through which foods to eat and which to avoid for healthier, glowing skin.
Start with Fruits and Vegetables
Fruits and vegetables are full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, which give them their brilliant colors. Eating a wide array of colorful fruits and vegetables will provide the necessary protection against cellular oxidation and the production of cancer cells.
Avoid Sugar
When you consume sugary food, the sugar in your bloodstream attaches to proteins like collagen and elastin fibers. This process, called glycation, forms harmful new molecules. This is important to note because collagen and elastin fibers keep skin firm and elastic. Once damaged, those fibers become hard, brittle and dry.
What does this mean for your skin? This glycation process can actually age our skin, causing wrinkles, age spots, uneven skin tone and other negative effects to your skin.
Get Your Vitamins In
A nutritious diet is essential to the maintenance of overall health and radiant skin. Consuming certain vitamins, minerals and other beneficial compounds is one of the best ways to improve the look and feel of your skin.
Here are several universally-recognized essentials and a few of their common sources:
• Vitamin A: Cod liver oil, cream, butter and egg yolks
• Zinc: Liver, red meat, seafood, shellfish and pumpkin seeds
• Vitamin C: Citrus fruits, bell peppers, dark leafy greens and broccoli
• Omega-3 fatty acids: Salmon, tuna, walnuts, olive oil and flax seeds
• Biotin: Egg yolks, liver, swiss chard, almonds and walnuts
• Selenium: Chicken, beef, pork, cheese, sunflower seeds, brown rice, tuna and spinach
• Silica: Leeks, green beans, garbanzo beans, strawberries, cucumber, mango and celery
• Niacin: Red meat, poultry, tuna, salmon, seeds, milk, dark leafy vegetables, coffee and tea
• Vitamin K12: Butter, egg yolks, liver, sauerkraut and cheese
• Probiotics: Yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut and kimchi
• Vitamin E: Soybeans, canola, corn and other vegetable oils, spinach, turnips, chard, sunflower seeds, almonds and bell peppers
• Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5): Broccoli, tomatoes, strawberries, yogurt and whole wheat
A nutrient-rich diet with these vitamins, minerals and other compounds will be a powerful tool in treating skin problems and will lead to vibrant, glowing skin.
Avoid Alcohol
Drinking alcohol can cause enlarged blood vessels, burst capillaries, flushing, rosacea and angiomas. In addition, alcohol dehydrates your body, which makes skin appear less plump and fresh.
Alcohol also breaks down the immune system, and the extra sugar in alcohol causes system inflammation, which contributes to cell damage and skin aging. To help combat some of these effects, be sure to alternate alcoholic drinks with water, which will help prevent you from getting too dehydrated.
Drink Plenty of Water
Speaking of water, the common pathway to the appearance of aging and an increase in wrinkles is a loss of cellular hydration. When cells are not fully hydrated by water and water-rich foods, they cannot function properly. When the skin is not getting sufficient amounts of water, the lack of hydration will present itself by turning the skin dry, tight and flaky, and lines and wrinkles become more pronounced. Water aids in circulation, digestion, absorption and excretion. Proper water intake will lead to a radiant, healthy, younger looking complexion.
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Jennifer Cantelli was born and raised in the busy city of Lancaster. As a journalist, Jennifer has contributed to many online publications including the The Crimson White and USA Today. In regards to academics, Jennifer earned a degree in business from Carnegie Mellon University and an master's degree from Temple University. Jennifer follows the money and covers all aspects of state and federal economy.here at Times Records.


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Flash comes to the AndroidBy Thomas McKinnon 25 June 2009 | Categories: news
One of our complaints about the HTC Magic and Dream was the lack of Flash support out the box.
The biggest issue we encountered with the lack of Flash support was the fact that most contemporary websites make use of this technology in some way or another. For instance, if you want to watch a video online via your HTC Android phone you can only do so via the preinstalled YouTube application. But this seriously limits your options.
The news from HTC and Adobe Systems Inc. is that they are going to right this oversight. The HTC Hero, the company's third Android handset, will ship with Adobe Flash support, greatly enhancing the appeal of its browser. As a side note the Hero will supposedly support a multi-touch enabled user interface as well.
"As the first Android device with Flash, the new HTC Hero represents a key milestone for Android and the Flash Platform. With close to 80 percent of all videos online delivered with Adobe Flash technology, consumers want to access rich Web content on-the-go." said David Wadhwani, vice president and general manager, Platform Business Unit at Adobe.
Hopefully a firmware update will soon be available for the Magic and the Dream to enable Flash support as well.
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