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(NAPSI)—Having a new home at an old address can be a better idea than many people realize. You just have to decide how many and what kind of changes may be best for your home and family.
A first decision is whether to remodel your home or to rebuild on the old site. There are a few things to consider that can help you decide:
• First, is the old house worth saving or will you be investing tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars you'll never be able to recoup? According to Harvard's Joint Center for Housing Studies, Americans spend $125 million a year on home renovation projects.
• How much do you have to invest? If it's a major remodel, it's important to look at the housing market. Is it strong? Are there few houses on the market? If so, your home may sell quickly and make up the initial investment easily. If the housing market is weak, however, your home may linger on the market for months, even years, and ultimately sell at a loss.
• Next, consider the condition of your home. If it has good wiring and heating and a sound foundation and tight building envelope, these factors strongly favor a remodel. If there is extensive mold, dry rot, asbestos, pest, water or other damage, tearing down and rebuilding may be a better investment.
• Also, how green is your residence or home? Older homes tend to be inefficient. They may have little to no insulation, single-pane leaking windows, old inefficient appliances and poor ventilation. Modern materials allow for much more energy-efficient heating and cooling. In fact, owners of older homes spend $750 million more than owners of new homes on repairs and upkeep. If it's time to rebuild, you may consider building a green home. A new home can have modern multipane windows that cut down on heating bills thanks to their high level of efficiency. In addition, radiant floor heating is a much more efficient and green option than forced-air heat, which is standard in older homes.
Rebuilding allows for easy integration of green features. That can lead to the house being certified as a green home through such national programs as Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED).
This program looks at water efficiency, materials and resources, indoor environmental quality, energy and atmosphere and sustainable sites. Since green homes use building materials that strive to be toxin-free, there will be fewer issues with internal environmental air quality, including mold and mildew, which can be a problem in older homes with ventilation issues.
"Not only is a green-built home healthier and more efficient," explains Blu Homes CEO Bill Haney, "it usually means monthly bills will be significantly smaller." On average, the annual utility costs for a home built 50 years ago at 2,500 square feet is $5,176. Compare that with a new green home, whose operation costs average $3,383-and that's before add-ons like solar. On average, new homes save 3,449 KWH per year as compared to old homes.
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Illustrator Jen Goode of JGoode Designs, has put out another great color page for the upcoming holiday! Halloween is Monday and before it's time to trick or treat, you can color! As well, a lot of meetings are on the weekend, so this can be a great last-minute activity for your meetings this weekend!

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Nashville Predators clinched a playoff spot with the Anaheim Ducks' regulation win over San Jose Sharks on Wednesday night.
The Predators are just one point behind Detroit in the race for the No. 4 seed and home ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs, following the Columbus Blue Jackets' win over the Red Wings.
The Predators and Red Wings meet in a pivotal game Friday night in Detroit at 6:30 p.m.
Playoff tickets go on sale Saturday at 10 a.m. Tickets are available at the Bridgestone Arena box office, all Ticketmaster outlets, ticketmaster.com, nashvillepredators.com or by calling 615-770-PUCK (7825).


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Bastiodon, although possessing gargantuan defenses and access to many useful support moves including Stealth Rock, Toxic, and Taunt, has always been overlooked for a position on UU teams due to its lackluster offenses. Thanks to moves such as Metal Burst and Torment, however, Bastiodon can present a serious threat while simultaneously contributing to the team. It's not a very reliable option considering its grave 4x weaknesses to Fighting- and Ground-type attacks and low Speed, but it can hold its own given the proper support.
With its amazing base defenses and access to an array of supporting moves, it seems as though Bastiodon was designed to play the role of a supporting Pokemon on a UU team. Not only can the prehistoric Pokemon set up the always-valuable Stealth Rock, it can also provide stall or balanced teams with Toxic support, maximizing the effectiveness of the team's strategy, as well as being an efficient phazer.
Rest is an alternative to Stealth Rock which can be used in conjunction with sandstorm support, making Bastiodon quite durable. Taunt is another valuable asset, as it prevents many bulky foes, like Miltank, from simply healing off Toxic damage, as well as stopping common foes, most notably Venusaur, from putting Bastiodon to sleep and setting up. Roar can be used to slowly chip away at an opponent's health with residual damage when entry hazards are up; it is also useful if you find yourself facing an opponent who has already set up. The final moveslot will hold Bastiodon's only attacking move and the decision of which one to use is based upon your preference; both Iron Head and Stone Edge are great STAB attacks, but since the latter is not very accurate, Rock Slide can be used instead of for better accuracy in exchange for less Base Power.Team Options & Additional Comments >>>
With excellent bulk, Bastiodon's massive base defenses, and access to moves such as Protect and Roar, Bastiodon can be turned into a fierce Torment user when given the proper support. The strategy of this set is simple; Torment an opponent to block their STAB or super effective move, follow up with a cycle of the other moves mentioned in the set, repeat until the foe's HP bar reaches 0%.
The decision between using Substitute or Toxic comes down to your personal preference. Although Substitute can act as a reliable barrier when one foe has fainted and another switches in, Toxic makes the entire Torment stall process faster by increasing residual damage. Protect is a staple on the set as it allows Bastiodon to regain health every turn through Leftovers while also being able to stack up more and more residual damage on the opposing Pokemon. The last move slot is given to Roar, which can be effectively used alongside entry hazards or simply for phazing; Toxic can also be fitted into this slot if you prefer its stalling capabilities over Roar's phazing ones.Team Options & Additional Comments >>>
Aside from Aggron and Dialga, Bastiodon is the only Pokemon who can learn the fearsome move Metal Burst, which is the equivalent of Mirror Coat and Counter except for both physical and special attacks. Bastiodon's natural defenses and awful Speed make it ideal for utilizing Metal Burst to take out opposing threats.
Taunt and Metal Burst are staples on the set as their combination forces the opposition to attack, which means Bastiodon can use Metal Burst to inflict 1.5x the damage caused by the incoming attack. Stealth Rock is mainly mentioned for support purposes. If you feel like Stealth Rock is unnecessary, an attacking move can be used instead. Since this set focuses primarily on the combination of Taunt and Metal Burst, it is very susceptible to users of Taunt. For this reason, the final moveslot is best filled by a move that causes direct damage. Earthquake can be a valuable asset as it hits many common threats in UU for super effective damage, while Stone Edge is also viable as it is boosted by STAB and hits Flying-types. Iron Head is another option, but compared to the two aforementioned moves, it is not recommended due to the low Base Power, even after STAB.Team Options & Additional Comments >>>
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Outside of the mentioned sets, Bastiodon doesn't have many other options to choose from. Metal Sound, Curse, and Rest can be utilized, but their viability is limited. Also, an all-out attacking set revolving around Curse, Metal Sound, and two attacking moves can be used, but due to Bastiodon's mediocre base 52 Attack stat and lack of a reliable recovery move, it is not recommended. For any of Bastiodon's sets, an EV spread of 252 HP / 68 Atk / 192 SpD can be used if you're intent on being able to break the Substitutes of Nasty Plot Mismagius and Sub-Charge Rotom.
Checks and Counters
Even with Bastiodon's immense defenses, Fighting-types like Hitmontop and Hariyama can cleanly 2HKO—in some cases even OHKO—Bastiodon after it has taken some residual damage. Similar to the aforementioned Fighting-types, bulky Ground-types also cause problems for Bastiodon with their super effective STAB attacks and immunity to sandstorm, a factor Bastiodon relies on to slowly wear down bulky foes. It should be noted, however, that when sending in a counter to face Bastiodon, you must beware of the possibility that Bastiodon may survive the attack and strike back with Metal Burst. Finally, any user of Taunt will be able to defeat the sets that lack an attacking move.


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In the email containing the video for the Pinkerton Diaries reading, there is a note at the end,
"P.S. A question from the reading was intentionally omitted from this video."
Has anyone figured out what question was omitted from the video? Does anyone remember?? Did anyone get footage of the entire Q&A?
I'm sure it's not a big deal at all but now the curiosity is killing me...
Is it just some tease or a test to see if we would remember??? lol Ahhhhhhh
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Ok I vaguely remember a question earlier on that Rivers gave a short reply to; the question was something limiting, meaning it was almost like a yes/no question, that really didn't lend itself to much of an answer...maybe that was just edited out because it wasn't much of an exchange? I guess that would make sense to give the video a better flow. Or maybe it was just bad audio or something. Well anyway.
The Muppets anecdote is very endearing =)
I believe it was my question of "Hey Rivers do ya wanna hang out l8r?! LOL" which was cut from the video.
He did not.
Oh I see, they were sparing you the embarrassment. How kind of them ;).
We also don't have the demos of "Devotion" and "IJTOTLOMD"
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I finally just got around to watching the video Q&A... Rivers mentions that all the music from the Pinkerton era is out....& yet in the Pinkerton diaries there are lyrics for sunshine -o and Sheila can do it... Both songs we don't have yet (except for bad sounding Boston boots)
Did you have to be on the cruise to get this e-mail? I'd be interested to see it.


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J-Club is a dues-based booster organization that supports Johnnie varsity programs, intramurals and club sports. The J-Club promotes attendance and extends hospitality at home games.
In partnership with Jostens, J-Club presents the Gagliardi Trophy annually to an outstanding NCAA Division III football player who exhibits excellence in athletics, academics and community service.
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Work hard to get through law school, succeed as a lawyer in private practice and as chief lawyer for a city government, get elected to the state Senate, chair the Judiciary Committee for years, become legal counsel to the governor, get nominated to the state Supreme Court — and all the news media can do is marvel that you're the first acknowledged homosexual so nominated.
From news reports last week, Connecticut could have thought homosexuality has been a central part of Andrew McDonald's career or that people are supposed to care about it. In fact, few states are more libertarian about sexual orientation than Connecticut, which almost 40 years ago repealed its criminal statutes against homosexuality, statutes that long had been unenforced anyway. It also was among the first states to legalize same-sex marriage, as much out of indifference as because of sanctimonious claims to justice.
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Graduate attributes statements database
Introductory Commentary
This resource forms part of a larger collection. It is recommended that readers refer also to:
1. http://www.itl.usyd.edu.au/projects/nationalgap/resources/discussionpapers.htm
2. http://www.itl.usyd.edu.au/projects/nationalgap/resources/videos.htm
This is one of the outcomes of the National GAP (Graduate Attributes Project), a national scoping study of Australian universities' recent activities in relation to the development of graduate attributes. It is an aggregation of de-identified university graduate attributes statements, gathered in 2007-08. The statements were sorted into groups describing similar graduate attributes. They are presented as 'Enabling' level attributes (broader dispositions: scholarship, global citizenship, life-long learning) and 'Translation' level (more discrete, discipline-specific attributes: research and enquiry; information literacy; personal and intellectual autonomy; ethical, social and professional understanding and communication).
The boundaries between categories are artificial and some relate to more than one category.
This web resource includes a clickable visual map showing these eight subcategories. Links take the user to an aggregation of university statements of attributes -- for example, when universities include an attribute related to critical thinking, here are examples of how they phrase that statement. Even though these were gathered in 2007-08, they are unlikely to date -- the database shows the similarities and differences in statements.
This is a useful resource for those considering reviewing their attributes. It also shows the broad emphases in attributes across the sector.
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Introductory Commentary
This resource forms part of a larger collection. It is recommended that readers refer also to:
1. http://www.itl.usyd.edu.au/projects/nationalgap/resources/gamap/introduction.htm
2. http://www.itl.usyd.edu.au/projects/nationalgap/resources/videos.htm
This is a collection of eight issues to consider in the renewal of learning and teaching experiences.
The National Graduate Attributes Project (GAP), a national scoping study of Australian Universities' recent activities in relation to the development of graduate attributes underpins the project.
The papers provide an introduction to each of the key elements identified as being important for universities to consider when engaging in curriculum renewal to achieve graduate attributes. Each paper is short and points to additional references. The eight elements of the institutional framework are not independent and recommended by the authors to be read in sequence. The papers are presented as starting points for reflection.
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After unlocking a friend spanking new OTB 3gs (tethered unlock) and knowing a thing or two about microcontrollers, I had one of these eureka moments
What if one were capable of making a little device that carries blacksnow payload and using it as a portable unlocker?
I don't know how complex the handshake between the iphone and the pc is, but I do know there are little microprocessors available today that can handle a decent amount of data and are very capable of doing such a task.
Such a device if built by the community should not cost more than $10~$15 bucks
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Austin >Bars & Clubs > Union Park
612 W Sixth St, Austin, TX | Directions 7870130.269760 -97.748868
Neighborhoods: Downtown
Would give it no stars if possible – Austin is full of great places and hangouts, but I would highly avoid this one. The place was busy and asked us for our credit card when we ordered. I thought this was odd, but given the crowds, I figured this was a cautionary measure to avoid sometone stiffing the place. Well now I can see why someone might want to dine and dash on this joint! Food is decent and the location is great, but the management is some of the worst in the industry. We had a gift certificate that we were going to use and the restaurant would not honor it. We presented our discount to the waiter at time of ordering, and she said that she would take it at the end of the meal. Well, when the end of the meal came, so did management saying they were no longer honoring the discount. We explained our situation, and expected at least for the establishment to meet us halfway on the bill, since we were trying them out because of their "promotion". The refused and left us with the option to call the police to deal with the matter or we could take the $10.00 discount they offered instead of the $25 that we should have received. We had already waitied 20 minutes for the bill and for management to give us our $10 discount. Then, when the bill arrived, it was for the wrong table. We should have paid that one, since it was cheaper than ours. We had to wait another 10 minutes for the correct bill to arrive with our credit card back, so that we could pay and leave...and NEVER RETURN. Eat at your own risk!
For the younger crowd – I stopped in here with some friends on a girl's night. We are all moms and found the crowd a little young. This place has nice mojitos and a cool rooftop bar, but it got much too crowded around midnight.
The bathroom downstairs was a mess - hopefully not like that all the time!
Boom Boom Room! – I've been to this bar many times and it's never failed to provide an excellent time. They have fun music, and I've only recently discovered the "Boom Boom Room" in the back for great dancing. It's crowded, but full of good-looking people (albeit some are the yuppie-type). As far as the people who have had problems with their credit cards here, I personally never use a credit card at any bar. I only use cash for several reasons: A) I don't trust myself with one when I've been drinking (I tip too much or forget my card at the bar), B) I don't trust others with my card (especially when they know I've been drinking--easier to take advantage), and C)Having a set budget keeps me from drinking too much.
Fraud – I went to Union Park last week and opened a tab. When I went to close out my tab, they could not find it. After sending me up to one of their upstairs bars, they still could not locate the tab. They responded with a shrug and "I don't know what happened to your card." Of course I was angry, so I kept pressing - then they came back and said that my tab had already been closed out by someone else - implying that they had given my card to the wrong person. I checked my bank account later that night and sure enough, there was the charge. Canceled my card and will never return to this sh*thole again.
Good Spot but it's getting too crowded.... Owner is a tool. – This place is pretty cool. the boom boom room is a joke. The owner is this short stocky guy with a bad attitude and if you need to call the place to get help or if you lost something... forget it. What makes this place great is some of the best bartenders I have ever had. Very nice, Very fun, super drinks. The place is a good one and the food is really good. But... Stay away from the upper deck... far too crowded. Oh... and did I mention. The owner is a complete JackA**.
making great profit – My account was charged twice in August by Union Park bar, the only problem that I have not been at Union Park since the beginning of June. I have called the bar several time after I noticed that they charged my account on the 9th of August. I left messages but no one returned my calls. I had to go down to the bar on the 23rd of August when the manager informed me that there was a computer glitch in their system. He also mentioned that it happened to everyone who was there around that date.
The club "accidentally" took money out twice of everyone's account that was there around the 8th of June. And instead of them refunding the amounts automatically, I have to request refund from them through my bank. Just as I was filing the request with my bank, I checked my account on the 28th of August. Surprisingly, there was another $25 charge on my account processed by the 27th of August by Union Park again when they did not provide any service.
I wonder how many times they can do this. How much profit are they making by triple charging their customers? How many customers will even notice their false charges? Isn?t it should be their responsibility to inform their customers or reverse the false charges?
CHECK your account for the 8th and the 27th of August for false charges!
Incredible Mojitos – I recently visited Union Park for a birthday party. Their rooftop bar looks like it stepped out of a Pottery Barn catalog with palm trees! It was relaxing and a great place for a big group. Their happy hour prices were great. Their frozen mojitos were $3.
The bartenders were friendly and quick to get your order, our cocktail waitress however was horrible. I have heard that bad service is not usually the norm here, so maybe the waitress was having a bad night. Anyway, try the hummus it is the best I've ever had.
Take in the view and a cocktail or two on the rooftop of this prime West Sixth Street property. – In Short
Hipsters on the prowl take to this bi-level bar for its airiness and urban appeal. The first floor, anchored by a broad circular bar, houses a well-lit pool table, small covered patio and intimate seating. On nice evenings, most patrons flock to the rooftop bar, with its Zen-like luscious foliage, bamboo partitions and pillow-strewn benches. The drink menu includes the usual fare, as well as six variations of mojitos and more unusual cocktails like the Godiva-laced S'mores martini.
Great drinks, appetizers and rooftop bar – I'm surprised that no one else has reviewed this great new bar yet, so I want to give my two cents to ensure that people check this place out. I've been to Union Park three times since they opened, including their grand opening party, and have had a blast every time. The frozen mojitos are one of their specialties, and they are delicious. The regular mojitos are great too, along with a lovely pink martini made with strawberry nectar (if you like really sweet drinks).
I definitely recommend their southwestern eggrolls, and enjoyed all our appetizers. The servers are super-friendly and our tabs at the end of the night were incredibly cheap, so they must have good happy hour deals.
Besides the great mojitos and food, the real appeal of Union Park is its large rooftop bar. During our first visit it got a little chilly after dark so our waiter handed out cozy blankets and cranked up the propane heaters, which was a great touch.
I don't give out high ratings all of the time, but I definitely see Union Park becoming a downtown hotspot.
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BRENTWOOD, Tenn. - The Ohio Valley Conference announced this afternoon that Kenzi Tate, a 5' 7" sophomore third baseman/pitcher on The University of Tennessee at Martin softball team, has been named the league's adidas Player of the Week.
This is the first career Player of the Week honor for Tate, UT Martin's season leader in batting average (.359), hits (55), doubles (12), home runs (11), RBIs (48) and total bases (100).
A native of Opdyke, Ill., Tate helped guide the Skyhawks to their third straight OVC victory last Saturday – a 14-5 win over Southeast Missouri. The victory resulted in a two-way tie for fourth place in the final OVC standings, as UT Martin claimed the No. 5 seed in the upcoming OVC Tournament.
In the weekend series at Southeast Missouri, Tate maintained a staggering .667 batting average while registering two doubles, a home run and six RBIs in the series. Tate led the team with six hits in the doubleheader sweep of Southeast Missouri. She drove in six runs while posting a 1.222 slugging percentage and a .667 on-base percentage. She had three RBIs in back-to-back games on Saturday. In the circle, Tate tallied her 17th win on the season while striking out three in 5.1 innings of work.
UT Martin secured the No. 5 seed in this week's OVC Tournament, which will take place at Williams Field on the campus of Eastern Illinois University on May 8-11. The Skyhawks first appearance in the tournament will be on Wednesday, May 8 at 5:30 p.m., facing the No. 4 seed Murray State Racers.


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Personalized Birthday Gifts for Dad
You've built your portfolio by selling your to magazines, newspapers and etc. Now, through this article, you will discover how you can continue to build your portfolio by marketing your photos. To begin, create a Web site to present your work, information about you, your portfolio and your resume. It's not hard to build a small Web site, and there is software out there to make the process a whole lot easier for you. However, if you don't want to build the site yourself, you can always pay someone with Web site building experience to do it for you; it will pay off.
If you decide to build the Web site yourself, display some of your on your Web site and place them in a gallery, separated by subjects. In addition, you can also add a shopping cart to your Web site to allow visitors to purchase your photos. In order to market your pictures on your Web site, you not only need a shopping cart, but also you will need a way to accept credit card payments. Paypal can help you do that. Paypal also provides a way to add payment buttons. To get ideas for other things you can add to your Web site, view Web sites of other photographers. Don't copy their site content or design because this would be copyright infringement, but you can view the sites for examples of things other photographers add. To find other photographer's Web sites do a search on Google for "photographer websites."
Once your Web site is live, begin marketing your photos, and, in the process, send your potential clients to your Web site. When marketing your send a sales letter, along with a promotional package to each place. Your promotional package should include such things like your bio, your business card and a brochure that includes some of your photos. Before you seal the envelope, make sure to include a SASE (self addressed, stamped envelope), because you may not get a reply without one.
By now your probably asking, "Where do I market my photos?" The answer can be many, but here are a few ideas to help get you started. First, greeting card companies photos for their greeting cards. Search the Internet for greeting card companies, find the contact information for the person you need to contact, and then send a sales letter with your promotional package to each company.
Dress up and do face-to-face meetings in your local community with galleries and businesses. Many businesses need photos for their brochures and other promotional materials. However, when you present yourself to businesses, be prepared to educate them on how your photography skills will be beneficial to them. Moreover, when doing face-to-face meetings, take along business cards to hand out, and carry your binder of with you in case they want to see some of the you currently have.
Events are another way to market your photos. You can run an ad in local newspapers advertising your photography services for weddings, baby showers, parties and etc. Plus, if you have a good camera, a tripod, backdrops, photo printer and good pic software, you can also advertise to take pictures of children, families and etc. Rent a space in your local community to set-up at, then establish your prices and have people who want their pictures taken to make an appointment with you. This can bring in good money if good with people, picture taking and pic software.
Finally, set up a booth at a local mall or events. Displaying your pictures at booths will consumers to get "up close and personal" with the product, and it you to interact with the consumers by answering their questions or even taking special orders.
When trying to decide on your prices, study your competition and try to beat their prices, but don't undercut yourself. You want to make sure you charge enough to cover your overhead. After all, you want to be successful and make money, not lose money!
Earlier on, I mentioned promotional packages for marketing your photos. Now, I would like to give you a small index of things to include in that promotional package. What you include in your package can be very important in making a sale, and your materials need to be effective to grab your potential clients' attention.
– Business card.
– Samples of your work.
– Price list, if you have one.
– Brochure.
– Attention-grabbing sales letter.
– Resume.
When marketing your photos, you can market them using all the methods given above, or you can select only the methods you feel comfortable pursuing; the choice is yours. However, before you really get in to the marketing process, you do need to get set-up first. Then, after your set-up, let the marketing begin! Following are the things you need to do to get set-up:
1. Organize all the you have into groups.
2. Put together your sales letter.
3. Create your promotional package.
4. Create a price index for your photos and any services you will be offering to the public.
5. Create a marketing plan.
6. Create a Web site and submit it to search engines.
7. Study your market and your competition.
If followed the seven tips above, then you should be ready to start marketing your photos. Good luck and happy snapping!
Personalized Birthday Gifts for Dad If you are looking for birthday gift ideas for your Dad, one idea that is always appreciated is a personalized item. You can personalize birthday gifts with your dads name, a favorite saying, or anything that is special between the two of you.
There is really no limit to the number of things that you can find to be personalized. Your gift should be something your dad would actually want or use, which is then made even more special by having it personalized.
There are a number of items available in the world of sports that can be personalized. If Dad is a bowler, you can get him a high quality bowling bag with his name embroidered on the side. A set of matching bowling towels are a great addition for this gift. You can get a personalized golfing bag for the golf fan in your life, as well as personalized golf balls or golf tees. If your dad loves baseball, you can get him a jersey from his favorite major league baseball team that has your Dads name on the back. Many MLB teams also offer posters of the teams scoreboard that you can put your Dads name on.
One unique idea is to get your dad some personalized high-quality business cards. You can order these from a professional company, or even make them yourself with business card printing software. Your dad doesnt have to be a high powered executive to love his own business card. Even if your dad is now retired, hed love a business card that says Master Fisherman or something that relates to his everyday life. Business cards serve many purposes and are great to have when you meet someone new. To complete the gift, get your dad a personalized business card holder. You can pick one that sits on his desk, or even a carrying case that he can put his cards in while he is out and about.
Dads love personalized gifts because it lets them know that you put some thought into their birthday present. When you get a personalized gift, it shows that you planned ahead and really wanted to find something meaningful. Even if you simply purchase a personalized frame and include a picture of you and your dad, he is sure to love it. There are many catalogs that feature a multitude of gifts available to be personalized and you should be able to find one that fits your Dad with little trouble.
Natalie Aranda is a freelance writer. You can personalize with your dads name, a favorite saying, or anything that is special between the two of you. One unique idea is to get your dad some personalized high-quality .


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tobes wrote:I think there is a definitely a paradox involved in needing a teacher - it this: How do you know that the teacher is teaching you what you need spiritually? How do you know that the teaching is true?
You are the only 'thing' that can answer those questions. When I say "you" I mean: your understanding, your intuition, your reasoning, your experience.
But in this case, that "you" merely becomes your spiritual teacher, so the very same questions, the same paradox you pose can be applied here as well:
How do you know that what you are teaching yourself is what you need spiritually?
How do you know that what you are teaching yourself is true?
This doesn't mean that understanding, intuition, reasoning and experience
have no purpose or should be abandoned.
Rather, they should help you to determine if you and the teacher are a good match or not,
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Once upon a time, bestseller lists were dominated by big publishing houses, but these days, e-books, and even self-published e-books are breaking into the upper echelons of literature. With the advent of e-books, it's never been easier for independent authors to become bestsellers, but don't get us wrong: it's still not a cakewalk. To earn bestseller status, you'll have to do the hard work of creating great content and marketing your book, while being smart about the entire process. Here are some of the best practices we've observed in the e-book bestseller marketplace.
Write a great book:
This one seems obvious, but bear with us, there's more to it. Writing a great book is clearly an essential part of becoming a bestseller. But in the e-book world, a great book with a fervent following can really pay off, especially if you've divided your story up into segments. The Minneapolis Star-Tribune created a six-part narrative series on the U.S.-Dakota War of 1862, offering the book for free on its website, doled out in segments over a span of five days. But the readers loved it so much, they couldn't wait that long, instead opting to download the entire e-book for $2.99, propelling the narrative to New York Times nonfiction e-book bestseller status. Write a great book that readers can't wait to finish, and they'll be willing to pay for the next installment.
Give it away for free:
It sounds crazy, but it works. Offering your book for free, for a limited period of time, of course, is a great strategy for becoming a bestseller. Doing so allows you to spread the word, marketing your book to a whole new audience, many of whom will give you valuable social proof in the form of reviews and personal recommendations. Once the promotion is complete, you'll have valuable marketing tools, including new reviews and fans, at your disposal to spread the word to paying readers.
Offer bonuses for buying during a certain period:
If you really want to drive up sales during a specific period of time to hit the bestseller list, offer a promotion or bonuses that encourage readers to purchase your book during that time, and that time only. Adding on extra chapters, sharing special reports, illustrations, and more can share value that readers can't resist snatching up. Make it an event and promote it accordingly.
Interact with your community:
Advertisements aren't a big draw for today's readers, but reviews, ratings, and recommendations are. Readers can research books before they decide to purchase them, and the best way to have research available for them is through buzz on social media. Twitter, Facebook, and bloggers can give you lots of great press that can make a difference in a potential reader's decision whether or not to purchase your book. Gain an audience with book bloggers, who can create extensive reviews and really push your book into the awareness of readers. M. Leighton, self-published author of The Wild Ones, a New York Times bestseller, credits her success with a book blog review in the weeks following her novel's release.
Find your niche category:
You don't have to hit the big lists to be considered a bestseller. Category wins count, too. While a No. 1 New York Times fiction bestseller is pretty sweet, a bestseller on Amazon.com in graphic books, advice, or picture books is a bestseller to be proud of. Be a big fish in a small pond, finding your niche category to maximize your chances of attaching "bestselling author" to your list of claims to fame.
Spring for a great cover photo:
We live in a highly visual society. Great photos and graphics are everywhere, and readers will definitely judge a book by its cover. Encourage readers to check out your book with an eye-catching cover. Great photos can be purchased from stock sites for $20 or less, well worth the investment.
Remember keywords:
For readers who know what they're looking for, keywords are important. If you've written a cookbook, don't avoid the word "cookbook" in your title and sales copy. It's all too easy to come up with "Norma Jean's Recipes, full of down-home cooking" and omit the most important information that readers may be searching for: the fact that it's a cookbook. Be careful not to miss out on readers because they can't find you in a simple search.
Make your first few pages pull readers in:
Amazon's publishing arm offers the first 10% of your content as a free sample that readers can download, presumably to help with their purchasing decision. Make it count. Create compelling content that readers can't help but get sucked into so that they can't resist the urge to buy your book, and thus make you a bestseller.


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MLA citation. "Lantern." The Catholic Encyclopedia. Vol. 8. New York: Robert Appleton Company, 1910. <http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/08793b.htm>.
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Harley-Davidson motorcycles, founded in 1903 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, by William S. Harley and brothers Arthur and Walter Davidson, is the largest American motorcycle manufacturer and the world's oldest continuously operating motorcycle manufacturer. The company is still headquartered in Milwaukee, in the same location on Juneau Avenue since 1906. In 2008 Harley-Davidson opened a large museum in downtown Milwaukee that coincided with the company's 105th anniversary celebrations. Harley-Davidson motorcycle reviews depict one of the world's most recognizable brands, and the company has a very loyal, brand-centric community, organized in part through the Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.).
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September 15, 2009
[This 2010 Harley-Davidson CVO model launch was originally published in American Rider magazine] If you are "accomplished," an "achiever," "exclusivity-driven" and "affluent," Harley's Custom Vehicle Operations wants you. And you had better have heavy emphasis on the "affluent"... Read more »
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September 15, 2009
[This 2009 Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Springer Road Test was originally published in American Rider magazine] If your family name is Croesus then plunking down $27,000 for the 2009 Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Springer will require nothing more than a simple draw from petty cash. The Kittrelle family,... Read more »
Factory Custom Comparo: Harley-Davidson Rocker C, Victory Vegas Jackpot, Star Raider S, Honda Fury
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August 18, 2009
photography by Scott Hirko [This Harley, Victory, Star, Honda Factory Custom Comparo was originally published in the October 2009 issue of Rider magazine] It all started in 1971, when Harley-Davidson introduced the Super Glide, a new model with a big 1,200cc V-twin shovelhead motor and a large fiberglass... Read more »
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August 10, 2009
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August 5, 2009
By Reg Kittrelle [This 1300-miles on a Harley-Davidson XR1200 Road Test was originally published in American Rider] Packed to the max I left home at 5:15 a.m. on Friday, July 24, aboard a Harley-Davidson XR1200. Destination Denver, four days hence. If you read the first article I posted you'll... Read more »
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July 21, 2009
By Reg Kittrelle [This 1300 miles on a Harley-Davidson XR1200 two-part road test was originally featured in American Rider magazine] Harley Davidson XR1200 accessorized and waiting for packing. Why? Denver, Colorado, is approximately 1,300 miles from my home in Santa Cruz, California. I need to be there... Read more »
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June 30, 2009
[This Harley's FLHTC Electra Glide Classic vs Buell's XB12XT Ulysses motorcycle comparison was originally published in American Rider magazine] Freedom! That's what these four score and some years we enjoy on this planet are all about. Freedom to live your life the way you want to. Freedom to choose.... Read more »
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April 28, 2009
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March 17, 2009
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I find it hard to read these things because they always put themselves as Elvis' best friend and confident! George is just like all the others, selfish. We have all heard the different stories and yes we have heard the dirt being dished out to make a book more attractive to potential buyers, however it just leaves a bad taste when I hear about two way mirrors, visiting morgues and how George tried to save Elvis and then blame Vernon and Colonel Parker. Basically George is saying "Hey I was there for the good times, but I wasn't responsible for the bad times because that was the Colonel and Vernon's area of responsibility".
If George was a true friend like he says he was then he would have taken positive action and not worried about being welcome at Graceland, the fact he was worried about being welcome at Graceland tells me that George was more worried about Elvis' celebrity than Elvis' health.
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Well, you have no trap at all yet, but if you put a trap under the sink and then turned down right away into that drain pipe, then it will be an S.
Hello All,
I am brand new to the plumbing world and have a couple of questions that I really need help with!!!
I am replacing the sink and vanity in my master bathroom, but there seems to be a small issue. The previous configuration had the sink drain into the floor instead of the wall.
1. All of the pics that I have seen online have the sink drain going into the wall (i this called a P trap?). In addition, all of the vanities that I have seen seem to be designed for the drain to go through the wall as well. Is my current configuration considered an S-Trap? If so, I have been doing some research and it seems like S-Traps do not meet plumbing code. Is this true?
2. My bathroom "floats" above my living room so there is huge I beam holding it up. This means that there is no room to run the drain pipe behind the wall because I would literally have to drill through the I beam. It seems like my only option to keep the configuration like it is now. Are there any other options?
3. I have attached a few picks. Pic 1 shows the floor drain. Pic 2 shows the I beam. Pic 3 shows the floating bathroom.
Thanks for your help!
Well, you have no trap at all yet, but if you put a trap under the sink and then turned down right away into that drain pipe, then it will be an S.
Perhaps you could do this:
Last edited by Cubey; 03-13-2011 at 06:02 PM.
So...... is there anything wrong with the sink draining into to the floor?
As much as we dislike the thought of using an air-admittance valve, this would be the place which I would use one.
To do so, the existing pipe should be coming up out of the floor 17" On top of that install a sani-tee and trap adapter. Off the top of the sani-tee run a straight piece up as high as the vanity will allow and then install the AAV on the top. If you can get the AAV up higher by using a couple of 45's to clear the sink bowl, it would be even better.
An AAV may or may not be allowed by your plumbing code, but it will work.
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I'm wondering if it's tied into another drain like the kitchen sink. Does the kitchen sink have the same drain setup or does it have a p-trap? If the house is pier and beam or has a basement, I wonder if maybe there's a single p-trap someplace under the house or in the basement with the kitchen and bathroom tied together since the bathroom sounds like it's almost over the kitchen. When you run water in the kitchen sink, can you hear gurgling or noise in the sink's drain pipe? You might try that. Or even try pouring water down the sink drain pipe and have someone in the kitchen to see if it sounds like it's passing by near the kitchen sink's drain. Either way you might be able to hear water gurgling if they are connected together.
Please excuse me if I sound ignorant, but I am a newbie.
1. In the big scheme of things... why is it better for the sink to drain through the wall with a p-trap as opposed to it going directly into the floor? Doesn't the wall pipe eventually turn down to the floor anyway?
2. I would like to install a floating vanity. Is this even a option for me with my plumbing configuration?
The problem is you must have a trap, and that trap must have a vent. Without either, the sewer gas can come back up the drain and stink up the house.
Having the pipe in the wall allows a place for the vent pipe to run hidden up through the roof.
A floating vanity won't be too pretty with a big ugly drain coming up through the floor.
I believe that the sink drain is connected to the toilet and shower drain, and that drain is connected to a vent pipe.
I have attached a pic of what I think is a vent pipe in the bathroom
Yeah.. not quite sure what I was thinking.. so nevermind on that. LOL However, what about this:
More trap arm is better, but you're still not venting the drain properly unless you install a santee and at the very least an AAV as high up inside the vanity as possible.
Personally, I would be opening up the wall, especially if you want to end up with a nice looking floating vanity.


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Bet you didn't think another school stack would catch your eye—until you saw this one!! Newest in our line of stacks, the Edumacation stack, may flaunt traditional learning icons and cliché prints in "all-too-familiar" shades—but the vintage influence on modern elements makes just enough of a different to knock your socks off. Be sure to check out all of our project ideas—you'll see just how much you need it!
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- DCWV® Paper Pad, 12"x12" – the Edumacation Stack™
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In addition to picking up the Edumacation Stack™, be sure to pick out your favorite wooden box at Michaels as part of your purchase.
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This Sept. 6, 2011 file photo shows a man walking past a group of people protesting against gay marriage outside a courtroom where the California Supreme Court was hearing arguments in San Francisco. The Obama administration on Thursday will ask the Supreme Court to overturn California's ban on gay marriage and take a skeptical view of similar bans. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg, File)
In his inaugural address, the president said the nation's journey "is not complete until our gay brothers and sisters are treated like anyone else under the law."
The state of Maine has signed on to support two, separate friend-of-the-court briefs that urge the U.S. Supreme Court to stike down laws that discriminate against same-sex couples.
Maine Attorney General Janet T. Mills announced Thursday that she has filed an amicus brief asking the Supreme Court to declare California's Proposition 8 unconstitutional.
The brief, endorsed by 13 states, argues that Proposition 8 harms families by denying them legal and social benefits.
Mills said she will file a second amicus brief Friday that urges the Supreme Court to repeal the federal Defense of Marriage Act.
"Equal protection under the law is the bedrock on which America's legal foundation is built," Mills said. "I am troubled by the notion that a state might declare that one group of Americans can be accorded the benefits of civil marriage, but another group of Americans is not."
In November, Maine became the first state in the nation to approve gay marriage at the ballot box. Eight other states and the District of Columbia have legalized same-sex marriage.
– From staff reports
The other is Proposition 8, which was passed by voters after the California Supreme Court recognized a right for same-sex unions under the state constitution. More than 18,000 couples were wed in the meantime.
A federal district court and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit struck down the amendment.
While the DOMA case concerns couples who are already married, the Proposition 8 case offers the Supreme Court a chance to examine whether there is a constitutional right to marriage that cannot be denied by the states. But, as the administration's brief indicated, there are more limited ways the court could rule.
Currently, the District of Columbia, Maine and eight other states allow same-sex marriages, while nearly all the rest forbid it.
Obama's position on same-sex marriage is an evolving one, he has said. While he opposed Proposition 8, he has never said he believed that the same-sex marriage issue should be decided on a national basis.
"I continue to believe," he told ABC News last year when announcing his support of same-sex unions, "that this is an issue that is going to be worked out at the local level, because historically, this has not been a federal issue, what's recognized as a marriage."
Those who are defending Proposition 8 say the state's acceptance of domestic partnerships proves that voters were animated by a desire to protect traditional marriage, not to discriminate against homosexuals.
But the administration said that domestic partnerships prove just the opposite. California has "recognized that same-sex couples form deeply committed relationships that bear the hallmarks of their neighbor's opposite-sex marriages; they establish homes and lives together, support each other financially, share the joys and burdens of raising children, and provide care through illness and comfort at the moment of death," the brief stated.
It said a reluctance to change the "traditional" definition of marriage is not a defense.
"Marriage has changed in certain significant ways over time -- such as the demise of coverture and the elimination of racial restrictions on marital partners -- that could have been characterized as traditional or fundamental to the institution," Verrilli wrote.
A purported interest in responsible procreation and child-rearing cannot justify Proposition 8, the brief stated, because California confers "full rights of parenting and child-rearing on same-sex couples."
And the administration said the court should not agree with an argument that it must respect "the will of the people" to amend the state's constitution and to overturn the California Supreme Court's decision allowing same-sex marriage.
In such cases, he said, the judiciary plays a special role in protecting minorities.
The administration's brief is added to dozens that outside groups have filed in the same-sex marriage cases. Briefs have been submitted by states that allow such unions and those that forbid it; religious groups on both sides of the issue; Republicans who support same-sex marriage and conservatives who say it undermines a traditional way of life.
Labor unions and hundreds of major corporations weighed in on the side of same-sex marriage, for instance.
The AFL-CIO said its gay workers are economically harmed by laws that do not allow them to marry.
"These economic injuries are readily quantifiable in terms of the dollars gay and lesbian workers are forced to spend on higher costs and taxes, in the denials of access to publicly and privately provided benefits, and in the refusals of entry into and in the deportations out of the U.S.," the union brief said.
The businesses, which included such giants as Microsoft and Nike and small businesses such as a winery in California, said restrictions against same-sex marriage cause extra work for them -- over insurance coverage and taxes, for instance -- and force them to categorize workers differently.
"It puts us, as employers, to unnecessary cost and administrative complexity, and regardless of our business or professional judgment forces us to treat one class of our lawfully married employees differently than another, when our success depends upon the welfare and morale of all employees," the brief stated.
On the other side, 19 states, including Virginia, urged the court to overturn the 9th Circuit's opinion, which it said overrode the will of California voters.
"The result is not merely vitiation of California's co-equal sovereignty without a clear constitutional warrant," the brief said. "It is disintegration of perhaps the most fundamental and revered cultural institution of American life: marriage as we know it."


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Okay, About a month ago I ran out of my meds, I take 3 Strattera every morning ( soposse to anyway). I thought I had another bottle, but sure enough I realized I only had a week left. So I call my Dr office, I have no insurance so I have to go to the clinic.
Because I recently moved here and I don't have my old med records,they said I have to goto Behavioral health for diagonosis before they can fill the Rx. So I guess they want me to go again, Fine. Well I have been trying to make an appointment with them since before Thanksgiving, phone tag about once a week. This is terrable customer service, and now all this is leading to my anxiety and depression coming back. I don't know what to do, I don't have the $$ to go to a Dr. on my own, and now I am feeling desperate and in tears. Because with out my meds I feel like my life is crumbling around me, I am not taking care of myself or my house, and I am finding it difficult to make important decisions. And I keep picking fights with my boyfriend, who is very sweet by the way, because of the anxiety and frustration. I can't think clearly and I need advise. Plus I also feel anxious about talking to someone new, and asking for help, because it make me very emotional.
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Hey Jennifer. I know how hard it is to be without insurance trying to just get back to normal. My first advice is call your old drs office, from where you moved, and find out what you need to do to have your medical records sent to the new drs office. Usually they require a signed paper stating you release your records. You can usually fax this to them. Then call the NEW Drs office back. Tell them you are having the records sent and that you need an appt ASAP. This is a busy time of year for Psych docs because holidays while they are great for some people they are hard on others. I can tell if I miss my meds for a day, I am always snapping at my husband (who is amazing and usually handles it awesome), I am stuck on the couch, and I cant handle my animals. So I can imagine how hard it is being off for a month. You are not alone. We all have to struggle with the same issues. I wish I could give you more advice. I am always here if you need to talk, just email me. :)
Thank you, it is nice to just be heard. I do want to see a new shrink bc the Strattera although very helpfull for the ADD was causing bad side affects (extreme constipation), so I may want to switch meds. But to what I don't know. Only thing is I don't know if I want to go to them since I can't even get them on the phone to get an appt. What if they put me on a new med and something bad happens, and then I can't even get a person on the phone?
What I would do is when you go in there tell the dr what a hard time you had getting ahold of them. Tell them you are worried its going to happen again and ask the dr if there is a way you can directly get in touch with them. I know a lot of drs will have an email address you can contact them through. Changing meds is hard, but its just trial and error. Some people work better on stimulants (me) and some people dont. Some people need more psychotherapy and less meds. It just depends on the person. :)
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Queens Week 2014: Asian Population Growing in Bayside
As we wrap up Queens Week on NY1, we turn our focus on Bayside, where the population is a lot different that it was 20 years ago.
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Sources: Arrest Made in Connection With Shooting of Two in Brooklyn
Sources tell NY1 that police have made an arrest in connection with the shooting of two people in Brooklyn, including a 13-year-old boy.
9 hrs ago | Newsday
MTA: Man hit, killed by train Wednesday night in Queens
Service on the Port Washington branch of the Long Island Rail Road was suspended for about an hour Wednesday night after a westbound train struck and killed a man at the station at Flushing / Main Street, a railroad official said.
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Queens serial robber caught on surveillance camera
Police are looking for a violent serial robber snatching property in Queens, and they're hoping a surveillance photo will lead to an arrest.
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Police: Queens Man Arrested In Harassment Of Teen Girl On MTA Bus
An arrest has been made in connection with the hateful harassment of a teenage girl on a bus in Queens.
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In this April 9, 2014, photo, a man walks near the Unisphere, a 12-storey steel globe that debuted 50 years ago at the 1964 World's Fair in the Queens borough of New York.
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Queens Week 2014: Cambria Heights Population Remains Relatively Unchanged, Surprising Experts
Many New York City neighborhoods are experiencing a change in population, but a section of Cambria Heights has remained relatively unchanged, which has surprised many of the experts.
Public Advocate: Use City $ to Save Citibike
Public Advocate Leticia James told reporters at a roundtable conversation on Wednesday that Mayor Bill de Blasio should consider using public funds to keep Citi Bike afloat.
Kickstarter Campaign Looks to Bring Queens ABC Book to Borough Schools
A campaign to fund the creation of a Queens-centric children's book that alphabetically chronicles the borough's famed people and landmarks has expanded in an effort to get copies to local schools and libraries.
105th Annual Salute to Magic, Set for Queens Theatre, 5/17
The Society of American Magicians, Parent Assembly Number 1, in association with Queens Theatre, will present the 105th Annual Salute to Magic, commemorating the role of magic in the 50th and 75th anniversaries of the 1964 and 1939 New York World's Fairs.
The Morning Pride: April 16, 2014
Welcome to The Morning Pride, ThinkProgress LGBT's daily round-up of the latest in LGBT policy, politics, and some culture too! Here's what we're reading this morning, but please let us know what stories you're following as well.
Op-ed: How Not to React When an LGBT Teacher Is Fired
In a famous 1991 essay , queer scholar Eve Sedgwick wryly noted that "advice on how to help your kids turn out gay is less ubiquitous than you might think."
Spider-Man is Jewish, Andrew Garfield confirms
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Queens Week 2014: Jamaica No Longer Predominantly African-American Neighborhood
An area of Queens that many usually refer to as a predominantly African-American neighborhood actually isn't anymore, according to Census estimates.
Police: Man Made Anti-Muslim Remarks, Spat On Teenage Girl On Bus In Queens
Police on Tuesday were asking the public to help them find a suspect who allegedly spat on a 15-year-old girl and raised his fist to her while making anti-Muslim statements on a bus in Queens.
Police release photos of man wanted for harassing Muslim teen in Queens bus
The New York City Police Department has released surveillance photos of a man old wanted for harassing a teenage girl on a public bus.
Egg-Stravaganza and Giant Bunnies Bringing Easter Fun to Queens Kids
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Investigators say 84-year-old Pierre Severe was last seen Monday leaving his home in Rosedale around 11 a.m. Anyone with information on the case should contact the Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS, or text CRIMES and then enter TIP577, or visit www.nypdcrimestoppers.com .
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Explore Quito with your personal guide and driver before you experience the life-enriching chance to discover a wild, pristine paradise that has long been regarded as a natural laboratory of evolution. Lying just off the western coast of South America, the Galapagos archipelago is inaccessible to most, yet this isolation has allowed nature to develop in ways exclusive to the islands. Uncover remarkable nature and an abundant variety of wildlife species in this remote region of the world on this luxurious expedition cruise. Discover the rich flora and fauna of the Galapagos, with each island presenting its own unique highlights to explore up close and in depth. Complimentary activities during your cruise include Zodiac cruises, snorkelling and nature hikes led by experienced guides. All these with this elegant vessel, ocean-view accommodations, sumptuous gourmet cuisine, the personalised services of a butler, and a generous selection of all-inclusive shipboard amenities, such as complimentary beverages, wines and spirits served throughout the ship and stocked in your suite. What an incredible adventure!
Cruise departs every Saturday starting Sept 28, 2013, rotating between North Central and Western discovery itineraries.
Enjoy a private airport transfer in Quito with a professional driver.
Experience unmatched elegance at the JW Marriott Quito Hotel in Ecuador, the gateway to the Galapagos Islands and Andean Mountains. Located in the heart of the city, the JW Marriott is located on the famous Amazonas Avenue and features an amazing atrium lobby where you can enjoy a martini or espresso while enjoying the view. Amenities include spacious guest rooms and suites with magnificent views, high-speed Internet access, in-room safe and luxurious bedding. On-site restaurants offer innovative Ecuadorian and international cuisine while the tropical gardens and resort-style pool offer the perfect backdrop for some relaxation. There is also a fitness centre as well as full spa onsite.
Explore the bustling streets and squares of the largest historical centre in the Americas; visit some of its most important churches such as the majestic La Compañía and iconic San Francisco, guardians of a stunning multi-ethnic artistic and cultural heritage. Drive through the traditional neighborhood of San Juan. Finish the morning at the "Panecillo" hillside with its breathtaking views of the old and modern city. At a distance of approximately 11miles (18 km) north of Quito is the "Middle of the World City" complex. Visit the monument of the equatorial line or parallel 0, latitude 0° 0'0". Afterwards enjoy a delicious lunch (Included) in a typical restaurant where flavors from across the country can be savoured.
Meet your fellow travellers for a group transfer to the airport.
Fly from Quito to Galapagos via Guayaquil today. The flight duration is approximately 4 hours. Please note: Flight rates and availability are subject to change until booking.
The $100 entrance fee to the Galapagos Islands Park and the $10 Tourist card are included in your booking. Please note that the itinerary is a guide only - the route and program vary according to National Park policies and regulations, weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety precautions and wildlife encounters.
Welcome aboard! Take some time to get settled in to your stateroom, and to explore the length of your ship. Your expedition begins shortly.
A stop at Cerro Dragon (Dragon Hill) will give you an opportunity to see some of the area's Galapagos Land Iguanas.
The 100-guest Silver Galapagos is the newest addition to Silversea's fleet of ultra-luxury ships. With sleek lines and a proven skill for navigating the waterways throughout the Galápagos Islands, she is naturally suited for in-depth explorations of this spectacular region. She offers all the intimate conviviality and elegant sophistication that has made Silversea the preferred choice for today's discerning travellers. All accommodations are ocean-view suites, most feature private balconies – and all offer the personalised services of a professional butler. Relax completely and leave the unpacking to your butler as you sail away on your unforgettable adventure. Like-minded guests from across the globe are your travelling companions, and the intimate ambience is much like a country club where conversations flow as easily as the complimentary drinks.
Making your way to Genovesa, you'll cruise to the cliff-lined Bahia Darwin (Darwin Bay) which was formed by the collapse of a volcanic caldera's wall.
Continue to El Barranco (Prince Philip's Steps), a very steep path along the bird cliffs of a vibrant seabird colony.
Arriving to North Seymour Island today, you'll notice a large population of blue-footed boobies. The island hosts one of the largest frigatebird populations.
Observe giant tortoises in the wild today at Santa Cruz's El Chato Tortoise Reserve.
Your morning stop at Punta Pitt today puts you amidst all three types of Boobies, as well as both types of Frigatebirds. An exceptional stop for birders.
You'll continue to El Junco Lagoon this afternoon, surrounded by ferns, it is the only permanent freshwater lake in the Galapagos.
This morning you'll visit the Interpretation Center on San Cristobal, explaining the natural processes which created such a unique natural environment for the Galapagos Islands.
This afternoon you'll get to explore Frigatebird Hill, featuring both Magnificent and Great Frigatebirds in the same colony.
This morning you can enjoy the lovely beach of Gardner Bay, which typically attracts a number of Galapagos Sea Lions.
The varied bird life of Punta Suarez will dazzle you this afternoon.
Santa Cruz is home to the Charles Darwin Research Station, where the Interpretation Center encourages conservation of this unique environment. You'll visit here this morning.
The small South Plaza Island will be your stop this afternoon, renowned for incredible flora, and its large number of fauna species, including a large Galapagos Land Iguana colony.
This morning you'll disembark your ship and bid farewell to your fellow cruisemates.
Fly direct from Galapagos to Guayaquil. The flight duration is approximately 2 hrs. Please note that flight rates are subject to change without prior notice.
Guayaquil airport transfer with private vehicle and driver.
Conveniently placed in Ecuador, a strategic point in South America, the Hilton Colon Guayaquil hotel combines excellent service and a laid-back resort feel with a convenient location only few minutes from José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport. With 294 fully renovated rooms and suites, you can enjoy your spacious guest room and stay connected with wireless internet access. Get to work at the desk or just relax with a movie on the flat screen TV. Connecting rooms are perfect for those travelling as a family. Step up to an Executive Room or suite and benefit from extra space, a range of special touches and exclusive access to the Executive Lounge where complimentary snacks and refreshments are served.
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Natural remedies for anxiety
Anxiety is a condition that is soon gaining prominence since it can result from extreme stress. The changing scenario and a fast paced life almost forces most people to get caught in the rat race and undergo various high stress and tension periods during a week.
Significant stress and that too for long periods of time can have a damaging effect on the physiology of the person and can lead to many brain imbalances in the long term. Balance needs to be restored if frequent bouts of panic attacks or anxiety occur.
There is no need to start to take harmful medications with side effects if you feel that you are susceptible to anxiety and stress. There are many natural panic attack treatments that you can choose to adopt and these natural treatments for anxiety do not have any of the ill effects that some strong allopathic medicines have.
But it is prudent to be cautious and not wait till the stress goes to dizzying heights and is difficult to control. Taking preventive measures is a good idea and therefore, when you sense that your body is giving you warning signs, you should start taking corrective action. Some of the steps that can provide anxiety relief are
- Take frequent breaks while working – a five-minute break after every 55 minutes of work will do you a lot of good and help you unwind.
- Breathe slowly – and be aware of your breathing while you do so.
- Reduce the amount of coffee that you have – limit it to a maximum of two cups a day, if you must.
- Exercise – this helps you remove waste from your body and also gives you a release. A ten-minute workout every morning or evening is enough. It also helps you to get a good night sleep.
You can also start taking some of the herbal supplements or medication that has been known to aid in relieving stress. Kava kava and valerian are just two such herbs that are extremely helpful in alleviating stress. Natural supplements like Vitamin B complex can also help in reducing stress levels in the long term.
Many people are now discovering the benefits of meditation and the manner in which it relaxes the mind and the body. The healing that this oriental practice provides is now being recognized by the entire world. Research conducted by Researcher Richard J. Davidson, PhD, and his colleagues has shown that not only does meditation improve mental alertness and emotional stability but also increases immunity and aids in keeping illnesses away.
Massage therapy can also provide anxiety relief and is beneficial in many ways. It improves blood circulation, relieves aching muscles, aids better sleep patterns, provides flexibility and agility and improves energy flow. All these physical benefits lead to a feel-good factor that helps ease anxiety and tension.
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