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If you are using a good device to clean the floors, then the shine of floors would remain. But it is a tough task to get the best device for the floors. A few were good, but most of them do not fulfill the promise and bad products can ruin the floors as well. But with the invention of scrubbers, cleaning of the floors becomes really easy. Within a few minutes, you can ensure complete cleaning of the floors.
Buying Consideration
To get the best floor scrubber you have to consider some points carefully. At the very first find the only such scrubber which matches with the type of floor in your house or building. Secondly, in choosing the cleaner, the size of the floor and its traffic plays an important role. Always check the chord size of the scrubber.
Common Mistakes
Never make the common mistake of not inquiring about the availability of the spares. While purchasing we forget to know the after-sales service of the product.
3 Best Scrubbers in the Market
Now we will see some of the best scrubbers in the market:
- Oreck Commercial Orbiter Machine: For the commercial floors, this is one of the best scrubbers. With 175 RPM speed and 5.4 amps of current flow gives a complete cleaning. The weight is 24 pounds.
- Scrubs and pads can be easily replaced.
- You get value for your money.
- It can be used for scrubbing, polishing or buffing.
- You can clean a wide area without bothering to change the power point.
- A motor attached to it makes it heavier.
- Hoover FH40160PC Hard Floor Cleaner: For the householders, it is an ideal selection. This device can be easily moved and stored. The technology of spin scrub and the dual tank has made this device a great cleaner for many homes.
- You can clean the tile grouts and works well with many types of floors.
- Regularly brushing and nozzles can be conveniently removed and cleaned.
- The dispenser is not strong enough.
- It comes with a very short power chord.
- Karcher Floor Scrubber Drier/Polisher BR30/4: Really user-friendly and one of the most hardly cleaner for your home. An impressive brush rotator with 1450 RPM gives better cleaning than any other cleaner.
- Designed to be operated without any trouble in your house.
- Last long with some additional operation as removing debris or dirt on the laminate can be buffed.
- To get the best you will have to pay generously.
With these products, you will be able to select the best cleaner to clean.


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An arthrogram, also known as arthrography, is a medical imaging technique to visualize the joints – shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees and ankles – and evaluate their function. At Center for Diagnostic Imaging (CDI) in Puget Sound, we use MRI or CT technology with arthrograms to give us the best look into joints.
THE PATIENT EXPERIENCE - Watch the Arthrogram Video: This illustrated video gives you a look into a patient's arthrogram exam experience.
First, the patient will lie on a C-arm table which is a special medical imaging machine that assists our radiologists in injecting contrast into the joint of interest using fluoroscopy. Image-guided injections help ensure the precise placement of the needle containing the contrast, ensuring accuracy and keeping your safety a top priority.
The contrast is injected directly into the joint of interest and fills the entire joint so that the structure can be monitored in motion.
Next, the patient may be moved to our MRI or CT suite, depending on the specific exam. The contrast that was injected during the fluoroscopy part of your exam also highlights the region for the MRI or CT to better show bone, cartilage, ligaments and tendons. This helps determine if there is a tear, disease or another condition within the joint.
As with any medical imaging exam, the radiologist will consider the information from the injection along with the additional information from the MRI or CT scan images, and write your medical provider a detailed report.
For questions, or to schedule, please call us at 855-643-7226.
At CDI, we are working hard to deliver an exceptional patient experience along with high-quality technology. Arthrograms are performed at all nine of our Western Washington centers:
Bellevue | Bellingham | Everett | Federal Way | Kirkland | Lakewood | Puyallup | Renton | Seattle

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Both items are designed as an engaging art activity for people in mid to late stages of living with dementia. They have been trialled on people in care in the United Kingdom before being distributed to us in Australia. The founder of the Aqua Paints sought solutions for activities for people experiencing dementia after noticing a gap in services when his grandfather was in care. He has trialled new ideas and products which are now being used by many countries. We have labelled them on the website as especially for Participants Living with Dementia or (P.L.W.D)
Both the Aquapaints and the Water Repaints work exactly the same. The participaint uses water and a paint brush to paint a blank image. A colourful image is sitting under a film which is designed to become transparent when mixed with water. The added benefit is the image dries back to a blank page. The page can be reused again for another repaint. The Aqua paint is unique because it has an outline of a drawing of the actual image underneath. This allows the participant to paint within a structure, however it's not absolutely necessary. The Water Repaint doesn't have an outline and is simply a free style water painting on top of a photographic image. The preference is entirely yours and both will be suitable for your participants based on their capabilities. Structure versus freestyle is the main difference.
Aquapaints come in a pack of five tiles with various themes. (Located on the Website under Craft / Art) A Water Repaint comes in a pack of six with one set of photographic images to choose from.
What's important is your resident can now use a tool which has an outcome of achievement. I myself found it enjoyable to paint when I did a trial. To see the detail in the images dry to a PERFECT PICTURE is pleasureable for amateur adult artists and will be for your residents alike.


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NEW DELHI: India is set to introduce indigenous testing products for diabetes by the year-end, bringing down costs by 90 per cent. The Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR) is in the final stages of testing products including strips and readers for diabetes.
Speaking on the need for India to have affordable indigenous technologies, health minister Ghulam Nabi Azad said on Friday, "I have given ICMR a deadline of the end of the year to bring indigenously developed testing strips for diabetes."
ICMR director general Dr VM Katoch said the cost of a diabetes testing strip was between Rs 15-30 since the products were all patented. ICMR aims to bring down the cost to Rs 3-5.
Dr Katoch added, "A dozen projects have been initiated while four are in a very advanced stage. We are hopeful that we will be able to come out with some products by December."
India is home to 62 million diabetics, second only to China which has 92.3 million diabetics. By 2030, India's diabetes numbers are expected to cross the 100 million mark according to a 2012 report by International Diabetes Federation. More worryingly, WHO projects that in the next 10 years, deaths by diabetes will increase by 35%.
The economic burden due to diabetes in India is among the highest in the world. As per WHO estimates, mortality from diabetes, heart disease and stroke cost about $210 billion in India in 2005. Much of the heart disease and stroke in these estimates were linked to diabetes. Diabetes, heart disease and stroke together will cost about $333.6 billion over the next 10 years in India alone, estimates WHO.
Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. The disease exposes a person to heart attack, stroke, amputations, nerve damage, blindness and kidney disease.
Work on diagnostic tests for TB, dengue, kalazar, leptospirosis and other infections that are indigenously produced is also underway.


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When you first come to Pattaya your first thoughts tend not to be to think of it as one of Thailand's top destinations for quality beaches. However one of Pattayas best kept secrets are the stunningly beautiful islands that make up the Pattaya Archipelago which tend to be known by a small number of people. These pieces of paradise can only be reached by boat with a private charter being the ideal way of doing so, Pattaya Yacht Charters have boats to suit individuals as well as large groups for your trip.
As these islands are relatively unknown and come under the care of the Royal Thai Navy they have not felt the impact of tourism and their natural beauty still remains intact.
Collectively this group of 10 or so uninhabited islands are known as the "Far Islands" and it is here you will find some of the most pristine beaches in the whole of Thailand. Koh Pai which is to the North is the largest of these islands and others include Koh Rin and Koh Man Wichai. These areas are blessed with some amazing coral reefs and offer some of the best snorkeling available within the Archipelago if not Thailand on a whole. If you travel south you will come to Koh Khram complete with stunning perfect white sandy beaches.
These can all be reached in style and luxury by taking out a private charter for the day with Pattaya Yacht Charters. This is a wonderful opportunity to see some beautiful scenery whilst living the dream on a luxury vessel and having an absolutely fun filled day with friends or family.
At Pattaya Yacht Charters we can provide the right boat for any occasion while ensuring that your days is full of fun and safe. Whether you wish to have an intimate day for 2, a family get together or a hen/ stag party we have the choice to suit you. Our luxury fleet is made up of speedboats, super yachts, motor yachts, catamarans, motor cruisers sailing yachts and party boats.
No matter what your choice your journey will be in style and comfort with Pattaya Yacht Charters. Throughout the day there will be our professional staff available to ensure you want for nothing and that a drink is not far away. You will also be able to enjoy a superb on board from our international menu.
The day will be spent cruising and visiting some of the beautiful islands and beaches, but if you are happy and content staying on board so be it. The day is yours. To cool down we will take you to the best spots for swimming and snorkeling. If you don't fancy getting wet why not try some fun fishing, all our charters come fully equipped with rods and bait.
If you wish to increase the pace we can either rent you a jet ski for the day or take you to the delightful Sai Kaew beach where they also have jet skis and banana boats.
So why not come and discover the lesser known side of Pattaya on a luxury private charter. For more information please visit www.pattayayachtcharters.com or mail [email protected]. If you wish to call please use 0876457771 (English) or 0876457772 (Thai).


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Three o'clock rock
Climbing Areas
: Three O'Clock Rock
Three O'Clock rock is the easiest to reach of all Darrington crags and a good place for a first visit to the area. Reach it via the old Eightmile Creek trail, from a trailhead departing a wide spot in the road, about six miles up Clear Creek from the Mountain Loop Highway on forest road #2060 (the parking area comes about a half mile beyond a fork in the road – stay on the main road, to the right). As of October 2015, the road is passable to this point in a normal automobile although unusually low clearance cars are not recommended.
After thirty minutes of hiking, the trail leaves the woods and crosses an overgrown boulder field; among the boulders, a side trail depart up left to the Big Tree routes and continues further left to the Arch area. The main trail continues on past the North Buttress, passes near "Four O'Clock rock, and continues on up to Squire Creek Pass).
Three O'Clock Rock has a great variety of routes. Many good climbs are not shown here, including Masters of the Universe (5.11a), near the south end of the rock. Some old classics still retain the original Darrington runouts, including Shot in the Dark (5.10d) and The Rash (5.6). It is not sport climbng but most new routes and many of the older classics are fairly well protected with a combination of gear and bolts.
The Arch
The Arch area is a good place for a first visit to Darrington. Several enjoyable climbs are found here and all have good hardware on them though a handful of the old quarter inch bolts remain. Under the Bored Walk (5.7) and 'Till Broad Daylight (5.9) are good choices for an introduction to the area as they are well-protected and feature outstanding knobs. Tidbits (5.10b), Gastroblast (5.10a), The Kone (5.9), and Cornucopia (5.9) are good climbs as well (the first pitch of Cornucopia is a good 5.6 lieback).
Big Tree area
Big Tree I (5.7) is the first known climb of Three O'Clock Rock. The original start, via Cornucopia Flake, is rarely used except by climbers intending to climb Cornucopia but finding the lack of protection on pitch two unnerving. Big Tree I and Big Tree II (5.8) make good outings and an extension via Shake Rattle and Roll (5.8) offers two more good pitches. Stance or Dance (5.10a) and Northwest Passage (5.9+), to the right, have crack climbing on their first pitches (neither are shown on the topo here).
North Buttress
Bushy Galore (5.7) would be a poor choice and Beanberry Delight (5.7) cannot be found. However, Silent Running (5.9+ to the 5.10b last pitch), and Total Soul (5.10b or 5.10d) are excellent climbs. Another good climb,
, is further up the trail on "Four O'Clock Rock."
Descents are by 50m rappels.
North Buttress
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Big Tree Area
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Great Arch Area
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Silent Running, photo by Ralph Bodenner
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Dear I'm Malay,
I hear you. You have articulated very well the feelings of many of my Malay friends. In fact, you have articulated very well the feelings of many Malaysians I know.
We just need to transplant 'Chinese' or 'Indian' to replace whereever you have the word 'Malay'.
Although I do not agree with HINDRAF sending their petition to the British Queen, I understand that they resorted to this after attempts to send memo to our PM generated silence.
And this sort of silence is very hurting to any citizens who look up to the government to address their grievances (perceived or real, it is the duty of the government to resolve problems of rakyat so that rakyat can get on with life)
Do not be surprised many non-Malays 'do not' understand the special rights of Malays designed 50 years ago. You see, in today's global standards, awareness of civil rights, equal rights and human rights for all brothers and sisters, it has become hard to comprehend the protectionism. And it has become harder for those caught in the daily rat race to understand why the 'privileged' still cannot catch up despite years of protectionism under the care of its appointed caretakers.
Everyday Malaysians I see are really 'kawan' and sensitive to each other's feelings. Examples of extreme extravagances by some privilege ones despite lack of evident honest and fair competition; just magnifies daily life's hurts.
Malay privilege is protected by Federal Constitution, nobody is disputing it. In fact the rights of all Malaysians of whatever race are protected too. The question is how to balance it honestly. "Nothing in this Article [153] shall operate to deprive or authorise the deprivation of any person of any right, privilege, permit or licence accrued to or enjoyed or held by him or to authorise a refusal to renew to any person any such permit or licence or a refusal to grant to the heirs, successors or assigns of a person any permit or licence when the renewal or grant might reasonably be expected in the ordinary course of events." [Article153 (7)]
The government just need to administer the country according to law and make sure Parliament is functioning with useable legislations that can facilitate honest livelihoods.
P/S: JKR and tolls dominated by Indian workers mostly at low level jobs. Good projects dominated by Indians? Can we have any real life examples?


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CANBERRA OBSERVED: Gillard re-election strategy turns to mud
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JAPAN: Japan's policy U-turn to reverse 20-year decline
SOUTH-EAST ASIA: Winds of change sweep South-East Asia
UNITED KINGDOM: Gay indoctrination now mandatory for British schools
SCHOOLS: Time for parents to brush up on education gobbledegook
CINEMA: Romantic comedy looks at mental illness
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As the federal parliament resumed after the summer recess, it seemed as if winter had already fallen on the Gillard government.
The Prime Minister, having spent the past couple of months travelling around Australia to support victims of natural disasters, such as bushfires and floods, wanted to begin the new year as she had ended the old: by continuing the recovery in her electoral fortunes which saw Labor's stocks rise to levels which gave some hope that her government could be re-elected.
These hopes have now been dashed.
Over recent weeks, several senior Labor parliamentarians, including the dumped former attorney-general Robert McClelland, Senate leader Chris Evans and federal attorney-general Nicola Roxon, announced they were quitting politics at the next election.
This followed the coup against Northern Territory Senator Trish Crossin, who had been disendorsed by the Prime Minister. Julia Gillard wanted to parachute into the Northern Territory seat an indigenous celebrity candidate, the former Olympian Nova Peris, who was not even a member of the ALP at the time.
When Julia Gillard then appeared before the National Press Club to set Labor's agenda for 2013, her speech was overshadowed by the announcement that she was setting the election date for September 14, 2013, effectively beginning a nine-month election campaign for which the Opposition leader Tony Abbott said he was ready.
Then came the bad news that NSW federal Labor MP Craig Thomson, first elected to the House of Representatives in 2007 and currently the subject of corruption allegations over his term as national secretary of the Health Services Union, had been arrested and will face 150 charges of criminal fraud.
Additionally, further extremely damaging allegations have been aired in the NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), against a former NSW Labor power-broker, Eddie Obeid, and former NSW Labor minister Ian Macdonald.
Obeid stepped down from the NSW Legislative Council in 2011, following repeated allegations of impropriety, none of which was proven.
Last November, the ICAC began a series of investigative hearings relating to Obeid's property and mining interests. Among other issues, this involved a decision made in 2008 by the then Mining Minister, Ian Macdonald, to open an area in the Bylong Valley for coal exploration. The Obeid family had purchased farmland in the area a short time beforehand, and made a massive windfall profit from the re-zoning.
While the decision relates to a former Labor Government, that government was led by Morris Iemma, who is now being touted as an ALP candidate for the seat of Barton, being vacated by Robert McClelland.
Not surprisingly, opinion polls published after all this showed that Labor's vote had slumped to levels last seen in mid-2012. Newspoll, published in the Fairfax media, reported that Labor's primary vote was just 32 per cent, and on a two-party preferred basis, trailed the Coalition by 44 per cent to 56.
The Obeid allegations are likely to continue to be aired throughout 2013, as will those against Craig Thomson, who continues to vote with the Gillard government in federal parliament.
There is now a deep-seated demoralisation in the Labor Party, reflected in a recent speech to Young Labor by the party's national vice-president, Tony Sheldon.
He said: "There must be no understating of the gravity of the crisis in my home state, no blame shifting, and no dodging of the responsibility to set things right.… It's a crisis of belief brought on by a lack of moral and political purpose."
However, in neither of the recent addresses which the Prime Minister gave to new Labor candidates, and to sitting Labor MPs when they came together after the summer recess, did she exhibit any sense of awareness of the political disintegration around her.
The PM concentrated, instead, on the need for Labor to press on with its National Disability Insurance Scheme, its carbon tax and its unfunded promise to back the education reforms proposed by businessman, David Gonski.
In the meantime, there have been persistent reports that deposed leader, Kevin Rudd, who now sits on the backbench, is counting numbers for a challenge to Gillard's leadership.
Geoff Kitney, parliamentary correspondent for the Australian Financial Review, said: "One bad opinion poll is flimsy evidence on which to conclude that Gillard has done herself and her chances of leading Labor back to power this year irreparable damage. But Monday's Newspoll has sent shudders through Labor ranks that could easily turn into a collapse of confidence in Gillard and lead to a leadership crisis." (AFR, February 5, 2013).
But with the inevitable reporting of Craig Thomson's criminal charges, the continued corruption allegations in New South Wales and the criminal charges against ex-Liberal Peter Slipper, whom Gillard appointed Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Gillard government will continue to sustain damage.
Labor has a record of ruthlessness towards failing political leaders. Julia Gillard may soon face her day of reckoning.
Peter Westmore is national president of the National Civic Council.
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This Levi's x Air Jordan 4 Denim is a new and very exclusive pair of the silhouette and it's dropping in a few more days. This collaboration basically features Levi's' signature dark blue denim material covering the sneaker's upper with yellow stitching. Co-branded tan/red hang tags, Jumpman patch branding on the tongue, a white midsole and gum rubber outsole completes the design altogether. A matching reversible jacket will also accompany the release separately.
Look for this Levi's x Air Jordan 4 Denim at select Jordan Brand stores and online on January 17th for $225. Click and bookmark our official Levi's x Air Jordan 4 hub page now for all imagery, the latest information and full release details, including the official store list. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news and release dates.
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Crossroads Community Church began as an idea of a group of people in 2001. The name came about because they wanted the church they were a part of to be a place where faith and life would meet together at the cross. This group, along with Pastor Don DeKok, a RCA church planter, formulaged a mission statment that would say so much about who they want to be. And so it came together, "Crossroads Community Church is a welcoming family of God, where people's hearts are restored one at a time, and people become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ."
In June 2002, they began worshipping in the theater of the Esthervile Lincoln Central High School. In April 2003, Pastor Jason Olson, a graduating seminary student, and his family were invited to come Palm Sunday to give the worship message. Soon the call was issued to Pastor Olson to become the leader of this church. Pastor Don and the church found an office on N. 6th Street that would become an office and meeting place.
When looking for a permanent building site, the old DOT building in Estherville became available. Many workers assisted in the extreme building makeover. On Christmas Eve of 2005, the first worship service in the new building was held. September 18, 2011, Crossroads Community Church became a fully organized church in the Reformed Church of America. The old DOT building has now surely become a "Department of Transformation."
In 2012, Jason Olson answered a call to pastor a church in Michigan. In August 2013, Rev. Michael Drew was installed as the new pastor.
Follow the link to submit a prayer request that our prayer team can confidentially pray for on your behalf.


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Gig Ryan: Martin Johnston, 1947-1990
in his work there are the twin currents of the Greek and English traditions. §4580
Anthony Howell: Verse from the Desert Country, 1986
It was not at all as I had expected. §4570
Billy Marshall Stoneking: A Reading at UC Santa Cruz, 1997
I went away depressed §4560
But as yet there has been no… Suburbanist… body of work… §4550
Radio: Richard Connolly, 1982:
ABC Radio
It was a different Australia fifty years ago §4537
Radio: Richard Connolly, 2011:
ABC Radio
In fact it was foisted on me §4535
Radio: Old Hi-Fi:
Deborah Meadows: Guide Dogs
He's looking for the blind person to whom he was assigned. §4529
central to the everyday lives of billions of people §4525
Radio Fields: Bessire and Fisher:
Radio is the most widespread electronic medium in the world today. §4520
Radio Fields: Table of Contents
From the Studio to the Street §4519
Radio Fields: Melinda Hinkson:
the Warlpiri public sphere
There was a dramatic increase in the number of hours of local radio broadcasting §4518
Radio Fields: Anderson Blanton:
Appalachian Radio Prayers
the miraculous power of the Holy Ghost will instantiate itself §4517
Radio Fields: Debra Spitulnik Vidali: A House of Wires upon Wires
Sensuous and linguistic entanglements… §4516
Radio: Jo Tacchi: Radio
and Affective Rhythms
affective rhythms in everyday life §4510
Deborah Meadows:
Phantom Geography
Why take up the bedraggled banner of critique now? §4499
Tom Hibbard reviews
Michael Rothenberg
Rothenberg is often a critic of … commercial pollution §4492
Peter Robinson and James Peake in conversation
an extensive and enviable bibliography §4330
Christina Stead talks with Rodney Wetherell, 1979
I have no favorite. My favorite is the next one. That's all. §4310
C.D.Wright talks to Kent Johnson, 2001
I did not talk with anyone I wanted to see rot there §4305
Our love persists despite / a baffling headwind §4290
John was writing poems / That pretended to be advertising §4285
Weird always wins and loses in the end. §4280
The raven in a land of shades §4270
Arpine Konyalian Grenier prose poem: Ever Feral and Chiral, the Howl
the slit in the cement I breathe from §4265
No one has much use for me today. §4259
such fragilities are crafted by prepubescent no-names §4233
Basil King: Delacroix's Pigeon
But the public is like a cat §4232
the moon's white Benzedrine / rinsings §4231
collapsed vernaculars… wracked recklessly §4228
Can we leave at Intermission? §4225
John Most: poem: In Absentia
(with Pauline Oliveros)
foundering starfish §4220
The mirror has much to teach us §4217
And so what is this oxymoron the meaning of life? §4216
Larissa Shmailo: poem: Gaia's Lunacy
hot and bothered, and libidinal §4215
may be a quiet homage beneath the surface quip §4212
Donald Wellman: poem translations from Yvan Goll
Stern queens of an afternoon / Anointed with gold §4210


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Many years ago we lived in an area not known for its gentility or exemplary teenage parenting. One day whilst out shopping my Mother saw a young woman roaring at her dozy toddler to "move!" and follow her out of the shop. When her increasing demands to the child were ignored she brought out the ultimate inducement. She turned to the toddler and told him that "If you don't move, HAIRY PAWS will get you". At this, the young boy squealed in terror and rushed to his mother.
Needless to say my mother was horrified at this and I suppose in retrospect she should have intervened. However, the locals had an interesting attitude to parenting and were less than receptive to advice or shared wisdom!
The tale of HAIRY PAWS became a family legend and joke. We often used it in jest e.g.
Mum -"If you dont get up for school now I'm sending Hairy Paws in..."
My Sis and I - "Great, we're getting a pet...!"
Anyway, back to the point of this blog story. As Red gets ever bigger, so too have his paws grown, or more worryingly, the hair between his toes. Men with hairy feet are an absolute turn off but in the bold boy's case they are very cute except they do remind us of the legendary Hairy Paws. See what you think...
So the moral of the story is, be careful of referring to the legend of Hairy Paws because you might eventually find he comes to live with you...


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Considering Celine's track record of re-imagining classic handbag shapes over the past few seasons, it was only a matter of time before Phoebe Philo's accessories crew made its way to the doctor bag. Having made fashion hits out of a leather box bag on a long strap an ornately trimmed shopping tote (not to mention launching a thousand copycats at nearly every price point), Celine Fall 2011 turned its sites on two traditional accessory staples: the frame satchel and the flat clutch.
Celine's handbag aesthetic works so well because the brand is careful to pick shapes and ideas that lend themselves to Philo's particular brand of disciplined traditionalism. And of course, these bags carry on the brand's New Minimalist ethos quite well, stripping both shapes down to their most basic components and then realizing them in the most pristine and exacting way possible. It's a method that has proved incredibly successful in the past, and these bags will no doubt continue that streak.
Photos via Vogue.com.
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Last month, we introduced a new blog series focused on clarifying the meaning of the words we use. Over the next few months, this series will aim to redefine some of the most frequently-used language at the heart of the faith and work conversation.
Flourishing can occur in many different contexts. In our next few posts, we will focus specifically on three:
- Flourishing as a leader
- Flourishing as a system
- Flourishing as an organization
Today, we are jumping into the deep end with a big word: Flourishing.
Inherent within the idea of leadership is an outward-focused mentality. Leaders cannot be effective if they only focus on themselves. At the same time, a leader must act out a strong internal sense of identity and purpose. Leaders cannot be effective if they do not know who they are and why they do what they do. The tension between an outward and inward orientation makes the concept of flourishing as a leader difficult to define. Does a flourishing leader benefit at the cost of his followers, or does he suffer by drowning under organizational pressure?
In his book Strong and Weak, Andy Crouch delves headfirst into this idea of flourishing as a leader. Crouch bases his work off of a simple concept: Flourishing comes from being both strong and weak. This idea is somewhat counter-cultural; great leaders are commonly associated with ruthless strength, authority, and power. However, Crouch asserts that leaders only flourish whenever their strength is balanced with appropriate weakness.
Crouch defines flourishing according to a 2 x 2 diagram in which authority is crossed against vulnerability.
Adapted from Strong and Weak by Andy Crouch © 2016.
He offers specific definitions for these two loaded terms. True authority is defined as "the capacity for meaningful action." True vulnerability is defined as "exposure to meaningful risk."
This 2 x 2 grid creates four quadrants in which humans have a tendency to live, depending on their capacity for authority and vulnerability:
First, where authority is high and vulnerability is low, exploiting abounds. According to Crouch, exploiting is found anywhere people seek to maximize power while eliminating risk.
Second, at the low end of both scales, no authority and no vulnerability create withdrawing. We all start our lives in this quadrant, but as innocent newborns this space is called safety. Crouch writes that in today's America, withdrawing can be easily found through the technological barricades that allow people to isolate themselves from society.
Third, opposite from exploiting, with high vulnerability and low authority, falls the quadrant of suffering. No matter how privileged or powerful a person may be, everyone will experience suffering at some point in life.
The fourth and final quadrant is the quadrant of flourishing. Flourishing occurs at the intersection of true authority and true vulnerability. Crouch writes, "In a world where many people simply withdraw into safety, where others are imprisoned in the most extreme vulnerability, where others pursue their own unaccountable authority, anyone who seeks true flourishing is already, in many senses, a leader."
The heart of Crouch's model, however, appears one step further, as he introduces the concept of "Hidden Vulnerability." By definition, leaders have authority. But in order to lead well and to flourish as leaders, they must also bear hidden vulnerability, the weakness and the risk that no one else sees. This, Crouch says, is the drama of leadership. The willingness to not only bear the inevitable suffering that leadership requires but even more, to actively choose to embrace that suffering, knowing that it is the pathway to flourishing for the community is THE common characteristic we see in the most effective leaders. The biblical imagery of the vine and the vinedresser in John 15 is perhaps the most poignant. In order to produce ripe luscious grapes, there must be the hard work of pruning and shaping. Every leader worth following has actively embraced the hardship and the pruning, the pain and the suffering, necessary to become a leader who creates flourishing for her teams, organization and community. Embrace suffering and flourishing will follow. This is the true paradox of leadership.
This article was curated by Bethany Wilson, Grove City College.


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What do you think of the new Sailor Moon Crystal series?
Hmm. I like the story of it, how faithful they've been. The animation disappoints me, but doesn't infuriate me like some folks. I've seen a few side-by-sides of the animation on first screening versus final blu-ray release and there are always a bunch of improvements/changes, so hopefully they just keep doing that I guess? Occasionally the pacing seems a little weird - the funny beats are always just a little off, the solemn ones a little lingering. But other than that, I think it's pretty good and I'll probably do a full watch of the Chibi-Usa arc soon.


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Author: Chris D'Angelo / Source: The Huffington Post
WASHINGTON — Nothing gives U.S. presidents the authority to abolish, shrink or otherwise weaken national monuments, four legal scholars have concluded in a new analysis.
However timely and significant, the findings are likely to be ignored by President Donald Trump, who appears set on trying to rescind monument status on sites such as the 1.35 million-acre Bears Ears National Monument in Utah, or at least shrink them. If he does, the administration will almost certainly be challenged in court.
In their paper, two law professors from the University of Colorado and UCLA, an assistant law professor at the University of California, Berkeley, and a law school fellow at UCLA conclude that Congress, not the president, has sole legal power to rescind or weaken protections for monuments designated under the Antiquities Act of 1906.
Twenty-seven of America's national monuments, spanning more than 11 million acres of land and about 760 million acres of ocean, are threatened by a pair of executive orders signed by Trump last month. One order tasks the Interior Department with reviewing all federal monuments 100,000 acres or larger that were established or expanded after Jan. 1, 1996. The other instructs the Department of Commerce to review all marine sanctuaries and monuments designated or expanded within the last 10 years.
Sean Hecht, a co-author of the paper and co-executive director of the Emmett Institute on Climate Change and the Environment at UCLA School of Law, told HuffPost the Antiquities Act — signed by President Theodore Roosevelt more than a century ago — is "unusual" in that, unlike other statutes of that era, it did not grant presidents the authority to withdraw or revoke protections. The point of the law is to allow for presidents to set aside areas for preservation — not take away protections put in place by their predecessors.
Furthering their argument, Hecht and the others point to a 1938 opinion by then-Attorney General Homer Cummings and the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976, which conclude the law does not allow for a president to reverse a monument.
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It is an All-you-can-eat Pancake Breakfast, 7:00AM-11:00AM at the Addison Fire Station, at the junction of Routes 17 & 22A in Addison . $6/adults; $4/kids under 12. Benefit of the Addison Volunteer Fire Department. Menu includes: plain and blueberry pancakes, sausage, bacon, home fries, coffee, hot chocolate, and orange juice. Funds will be used to purchase equipment. More Information: 759-2237.
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Valproate Sodium
Anticonvulsant, Antimanic, migraine headache prophylactic (USP DI 2005)
Each Teaspoonful (5ml) of syrup contains 200 mg of valproate sodium.
Valproate sodium is the sodium salt of valproic acid designated as sodium 2- propylpentanoate. Its structural formula is as below. (PDR 2008)
Molecular Weight = 166.2
Mechanism of action:
The mechanism of action has not been established. However, It is thought to be related to a direct or secondary increase in concentrations of the inhibitory neurotransmitter, gamma – aminobutyric acid (GABA) possibly caused by its decreased metabolism or decreased reuptake in brain tissues.
Another hypothesis is that valproate acts on postsynaptic receptor sites to mimic or enhance the inhibitory action of GABA. (USP DI 2007)
Absorption: Rapid absorption from gastrointestinal tract slight delay when taken with food. (USP DI 2007)
Protein binding:
The plasma protein binding of valproate is concentration dependent and the free fraction increases from approximately 10% at 40 mg/ml to 18.5% at 130mic/ml . Protein binding of valproate is reduced in the elderly , in patients with hypoalbominemia, chronic hepatic diseases, in patients with renal impairment and in the presence of other drugs (e.g, Aspirin). Conversely, valproate may displace certain protein – bound drugs (e.g, phenytoin , carbamazepine, warfarin and tolbutamide). (PDR 2008)
Valproate concentrations in the cerebrospinal fluid approximate unbound concentrations in plasma, which is about 10% of the total concentration. (USP DI 2007)
Primarily hepatic. Some metabolites may have pharmacologic or toxic activity. (USP DI 2007)
Half life: Variable, from 6 to 16 hours, may be considerably longer in patients with hepatic function impairment. in the eldery, and in children up to 18 months of age, may be considerably shorter in patients receiving hepatic enzyme – inducing anticonvulsants. (USP DI 2007)
Time to peak serum concentration:
1 to 4 hours (USP DI 2007)
Renal, mainly as glucuronide conjugate, small amounts excreted in feces and expired air. (USP DI 2007)
Valproate sodium is indicated as monotherapy and adjunctive therapy in the treatment of patients with complex partial seizures that occur either in isolation or in association with other types of seizures. It is also indicated for use as sole and adjunctive therapy in the treatment of patients with simple and complex absence seizures and adjunctively in patients with multiple seizure types that include absence seizures. (PDR 2008)
Valproate sodium should not be administered to patients with hepatic disease or significant hepatic dysfunction. Valproate sodium is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to the drug and patients with known urea cycle disorders. (PDR 2008)
1- Hepatic dysfunction (the drug should be discontinued immediately in the presence of significant hepatic dysfunction, suspected or apparent.
2- Pancreatitis
3- Hyperammonemia
4- Thrombocytopenia
5- Hepatotoxicity: Liver function tests should be performed prior to therapy and at frequent intervals thereafter, especially during the first six months of valproate therapy.
6- Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)
7- Somnolence in elderly ( PDR 2008 )
Valproic acid may produce teratogenic effects in the offspring of human females receiving the drug during pregnancy. The incidence of neural tube defects in the fetus may be increased in mothers receiving valproate during the first trimester of pregnancy. Other congenital anomalies (e.g craniofacial defects, cardiovascular malformations and anomalies involving various body systems), compatible and incompatible with life, have been reported.
Sufficient data to determine the incidence of these congenital anomalies is not available. (PDR 2008) Risk – benefit must be carefully considered when these medications are required to treat epilepsy in pregnant patients for whom other medications are ineffective or cannot be used. FDA pregnancy category D. (USP DI 2007)
Breast – feeding:
Drugs that affect the level of expression of hepatic enzymes, particulary those that elevate levels of glucuronosyl transferases, may increase the clearance of valproate. For example (phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital, primidone) can double the clearance of valproate. (PDR 2007)
- Aspirin: Valproate free fraction was increased 4 fold in the presence of Aspirin compared to valproate alone.
- Rifampin: Valproate dosage adjustment may be necessary when it is co-administered with rifampin.
- Felbamate: A decrease in valproate dosage may be necessary when felbamate therapy is initiated.
- Antidepressants tricyclics, bupropion, clozapine, haloperidol, Maprotiline, Loxapine, Molindone, enhancing CNS depression When used concurrently with valproic acid. (USP DI 2007)
- Clonazepam The concomitant use of valproic acid & clonazepam may produce absence status in patients with a history of absence type seizures. (USP DI 2007)
- Diazepam: Valproate displaces diazepam from its plasma albumin binding sites & inhibits its metabolism.
- Ethosuximide: Valproate inhibits the metabolism of ethosuximide.
- Phenobarbital: Valproate was found to inhibit the metabolism of Phenobarbital . (USP DI 2007)
Adverse reactions:
Those indicating need for medical attention:
- Hepatic failure resulting in death has occurred in patients receiving valproic acid.
- Behavioral, mood or mental changes, hepatotoxicity or hyperammonemia, platelet aggregation inhibition or thrombocytopenia, hematemesis, edema, hypotension, nystagmus, ophthalmological effects, otitis media. Those indicating need for medical attention only if they continue or are bothersome:
- Abdominal or stomach cramps, anorexia, change in menstrual periods, diarrhea, hair loss, alopecia, amblyopia, amnesia, back pain, headache, insomnia, rash, tinnitus. (USP DI 2007)
Administration & usage:
– Valproic acid is indicated in the treatment of simple and complex absence seizures, it is indicated as adjuncts in coditions of multiple seizures that include absence seizures and as primary agents for myoclonic seizures. It may be useful in patient with partial seizures. (USPDI 2007)
– Usual adult and adolescent dose:
- Monotherapy: oral, initially 5 to 15 mg per kg of body weight a day, the dosage being increased at one – week intervals by 5 to 10 mg per kg of body weight a day as needed and tolerated.
- Polytherapy: oral, initially, 10 to 30 mg per kg of body weight a day the dosage being increased at one – week intervals by 5 to 10 mg per kg of body weight a day as needed and tolerated . If the total daily dose exceeds 250mg , it should be divided into two or more doses (usually given every 12 hours) to lessen the possibility of gastrointestinal irritation.
Usual adult preseribing limits:
– 60 mg per kg of body weight a day
Usual pediatric dose:
Anticonvulsant – children 1 to 12 years of old-
Monotherapy: oral, initially 15 to 45 mg per kg of body weight a day. The dosage being increased at one – week intervals by 5 to 10 mg per kg of body weight a day as needed & tolerated.
Polytherapy: oral 30 to 100 mg per kg of body weight a day.
Usual geriatric dose:
Geriatric patients may need lower doses. (USP DI 2007)
Store below 30˚C. Store in a tight container. Protect from freezing. (USP DI 2007)


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It is reported that Philadelphian teen has been arrested for allegedly threatening to carry out an ISIS-inspired attack on the Pope during his visit here later this month.
The teen, 15, has not been named.
He had been "quietly arrested" at his home and charged with attempting to provide material support to a terrorist organization and attempting to provide material support to terrorist activity.
It was revealed that the minor had been inspired by ISIS and sought to conduct a detailed homeland attack which included multiple attackers, firearms, and multiple explosives, targeting a foreign dignitary at a high-profile event.


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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - Tennessee tourism officials see gold in them there hills where moonshine stills once bubbled and bootleggers hauled illegal whiskey in fast cars. They are trying to lure free-spending visitors to retrace the mountain roads where "white lightning" helped give birth to NASCAR.
The newly dubbed White Lightning Trail traverses a network of roadways that span hundreds of miles across nine counties in northeast Tennessee.
Tourism officials who launched the promotion in Knoxville were quick in saying the trail name is "not about promoting moonshine."
The trail's notorious name helps highlight a regional heritage that includes the hometowns of famous country musicians such as "King of Country Music" Roy Acuff and Chet Atkins. There is Knoxville's Market Square and Old City and the Museum of Appalachia between Clinton and Norris. There are also historic homes, antique and crafts stores, restaurants and natural attractions.


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ALBANY -- James Blake was a last-minute replacement for the New York Sportimes, but he provided fans with some first-rate excitement on Monday evening. Blake played three sets for the Sportimes, who defeated the Philadelphia Freedom, 22-17, at SEFCU Arena. "The match went great. I'm happy to be on the winning team," said Blake, who was ranked as high as No. 4 in the world, in 2006. Blake was replacing Sloane Stephens, who was originally scheduled to be in the Capital District, but had to withdraw, following an injury suffered during Wimbledon. Blake finished 12-11 on the evening. "I still feel like when I'm on, when I'm playing well, I can compete with the top guys," said Blake who won doubles (5-2) and mixed doubles (5-4), but fell to Samuel Groth in singles (2-5). Blake was happy to answer the call when Stephens had to step aside, as he trying to stay in shape for the current season. "It's great for me," he said. "It's as good of practice as I could possibly get, and to have the pressure of a real match feel, outside of a normal ATP event, is great for me." Blake helped with a clinic earlier in the day, in Saratoga, and played with the home Sportimes in the evening. "He's just a terrific tennis person and we're glad to have him here," said coach Claude Okin. Blake has won 10 ATP titles and was a member of the Davis Cup champions in 2007. "I feel like I still have that same top level," said the 33-year-old. "I can play at that level, at times. I just don't have the same consistency." Blake never won a grand slam, but he is quick to point out that he has played during the era of the greatest clay court player, Rafael Nada and Roger Federer, who he considers the greatest to play the game. "To come up in that generation is tough," Blake said. "Ask Karl Malone or Charles Barkley what it's like -- they were playing in the era of the greatest player ever." Blake knows how important World Team Tennis is, as he has played seven seasons, including during his early 20's, as he was getting his career started. The league has also helped in making fans of the future for the sport of tennis. Blake said his wife, publicist Emily Snider, didn't know much about tennis and has a new appreciation for the game since she started taking lessons. "I think that has, hopefully, created a fan," he said, with a chuckle. "She might be a biased fan, but in general, creating fans by making them players really does help." Blake grew up in New York and is a Mets fan, who is optimistic about the future, especially with newly-minted ace Matt Harvey, who will start tonight's All-Star Game at Citi Field. "With (Zach) Wheeler and Harvey, I'm liking the chances coming up for the next few seasons," Blake said. Blake was happy to give the hometown team a victory, as the Sportimes evened their record to 3-3, and was happy with how he performed. "I still love playing," he said. "I still love the competition and the atmosphere."
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The Credentials Committee is governed by the Rules, Policies & Procedures of the Credentials Committee, as approved by the National Committee through the adoption of Proposal #330. The general charge of the Credentials Committee is specifically defined in Article I, Section 1-2.
The Presidential Nominating Convention Delegate Credentials process is governed by Article IV Credentialing of Delegates of the Rules of the Presidential Nominating Convention of the Green Party of the United States, as approved by the National Committee through the adoption of Proposal #345.
The Credentials Committee was first created in November 2003 through approval of Proposal #55. The Credentials Process for the 2004 Presidential Nominating Convention was governed by Proposals #55, #98 and #107, as approved by the National Commitee. The Credentials Process approved for 2004 was designed to sunset after the 2004 Convention. The Credentials Process approved in Proposal #330 in 2008 was designed to apply in 2008 and beyond, subject to future amendment by the National Committee.
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The American Dental Association recommends twice-yearly exams and cleanings. Some people may need more frequent check-ups based on their dental needs. After your first exam, we'll be able to determine the best frequency for your dental health.
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If you have pain or an emergency situation, every attempt will be made to see you within 24 hours.
We will conduct a thorough examination on your first visit to determine the best course of action to achieve
dental health and your goals. We will:
• Take full mouth x-rays to identify any current problems and to use as a baseline on future visits to detect early signs of problems.
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• Examine teeth for cavities and condition of old dental restorations.
• Perform a head and neck exam, including salivary glands and lymph nodes, for swelling or other abnormalities.
• Screen for oral cancer and TMJ (jaw joint).
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Many health conditions are indicated in the mouth and can affect oral health, so your medical information is very important in diagnosing issues with your teeth, gums, and mouth.
Fillings can last for many years, but over time they wear down, discolor, crack and sometimes fall out. Early detection of problems with fillings can help you avoid getting cavities under the filling and causing more serious decay. Let us know if you're experiencing any pain. We'll check your fillings at every visit to determine if any need to be replaced.
Absolutely. Dental x-rays are essential, preventative, diagnostic tools. Many oral conditions occur between teeth or under the gums or bones, undetectable by the human eye, and may have no early signs or symptoms. Left untreated, these conditions can create serious dental and general health problems, including loss of teeth and heart problems. Early detection with xrays can make treatment much less painful, faster, and less expensive. The American Dental Association recommends getting a full series every three years.
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CTS Scholars in the Humphrey School of Public Affairs are testing their ideas for how we can make infrastructure work better to support healthier and happier cities.
Here are a few of their projects.
Could bike sharing be better?
Professor Greg Lindsey, who specializes in environmental and transportation planning, is working with Jueyu Wang, a doctoral student at the Humphrey School, to learn if bike-sharing systems could better meet people's needs, complement other transportation options, and reduce carbon emissions. Using data from several bike-share programs, including Twin Cities-based Nice Ride, they are looking at what influences ridership at various stations and how adding stations to a network may change riders' behavior. Characteristics of the built environment around them are emerging as a factor. "The reality is that these systems are complex, and they are hard to optimize," Lindsey says.
Lindsey and Wang also are looking at dockless bike-share systems, which are already in use in China, parts of Europe, and a few U.S. cities. Cheaper to operate and potentially more environmentally friendly, dockless systems use a mobile-payment system and allow riders to pick up a bike wherever they see one and leave it wherever they end up. "People are moving ahead with dockless systems for good reasons," Lindsey says, "but right now there isn't enough research to determine whether they really increase ridership or what the implications are for sustainability, particularly in the North American context."
Can public transit be more appealing?
Associate professor of regional policy and planning Jason Cao's past research has shown that residents of high-density, mixed-use neighborhoods are in many ways more satisfied with their lives than their suburban counterparts, who lack easy access to transit, restaurants, and shops. Now he's collaborating with Yingling Fan to better understand people's transit preferences. Cao is posing questions like: How close must a transit stop be to a person's house for them to use public transportation? And what transportation options might some prefer?
What's the best funding mechanism?
Funding is often what prevents cities from making changes that might benefit them, according to Jerry Zhao, an associate professor of public administration. "We don't have a well-developed urban transit system in the U.S., and that is not because we don't know how to build a bus or lay out light-rail lines," he says. What's needed are good funding strategies. He and a research assistant are compiling data on how 470 urbanized areas, including the Twin Cities, are funded by federal, state, local, and other sources. "We want to understand how to pool resources at every level to create solutions," he says.
(Adapted from a story by Meleah Maynard originally published on the Humphrey School of Public Affairs website.)


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The Handicapped and Mentally Disabled Children Association Johor is situated at Lot 5042, Jalan Indah Permai 9, Taman Saleng Indah, 81400 Saleng, Johor Darul Takzim.
Founded in May 1990 with only seven children, we are now custodians of around 220 special needs children; some of our "children" are over 18 years old, but are still quite undeveloped in their mental abilities and physical skills. From our humble beginnings and unwavering mission, we have become Malaysia's largest benevolent Home.
In addition to local donors and contributors, the Home is often visited by schools, community groups, and members of the Malaysian government. The home has been recognized both locally and globally for its services and humanitarian efforts. In 1992, the President received the Guinness Stout Effort Award for his selfless attitude of caring for handicapped children. From being as humble as he is, he treasures his photograph with the Blessed MOTHER THERESA. He claims unreservedly, that his success is attributal for her blessings on him.
In 1996, the Home was visited by members of the Japan Yokohama International College of Social Welfare. The members were very impressed with the Home and invited Mr. Rajamanikam's to visit their welfare center in Japan. They also promised to donate some equipment to the Home and initiate a mutual exchange of ideas for further improvements. In 1997, the Founder-President received the prestigious "Heart of Gold Award" presented by his Royal Highness the Sultan of Johor for his unwavering devotion to special needs children. In 2001, the Rotary Club of Pasir Gudang honored the President with their Certificate of Recognition for his selfless service and care for mentally & physically handicapped children. In 2002, the President was honored by the Malaysian Indian congress with the "Nobleman of Manhood" award. In 2006, Mr. Rajamanikam was awarded the NSTP-PwC Malaysian Lifetime Humanitarian Award (from The New Straits Press and Price Waterhouse Coopers) in recognition of his selfless acts and kind deeds; in 2008, he was honored again with the NSTP-PwC Malaysian Lifetime Humanitarian Award from the Truly Loving Company.
From our beginnings of 7 children in May 1990, to our current size of around 215 children, we have grown the Home consistently every year. In the year of 2000, we had around 70 children, growing to 135 in 2004, and 175 in 2008; the ten year (2000-2010) compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) on the number of children under our care is around 11%.
Most of the children residing in our Home have been abandoned from their natural parents. Some of them were heavily neglected and abused prior to coming to the Home. Other children are still in contact with their parents and relatives, but need the special care we can provide for them. Among the children under our care are the severely visually impaired, mentally and physically challenged, paralytic, Down's syndrome, spastic, hyperactive, cerebral palsy, autistic, mute, and simply abandoned children. The Home accepts all races and all religions… the only requirements are that they need help and a safe place to live… this is why our slogan is to "Help the Helpless".
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- 06.10.16 Calling all Cricket Fans for a Jolly Good Day Out
- 31.08.16 2016 Charity Drive Raises RM 735,000 for Underprivileged Children


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The shiny surface of new ceramic tile is a glaze that's baked onto the tile as part of the manufacturing process. Obviously, re-baking it isn't an option when that surface starts to dull with age, but there are other options. You can effectively reglaze tile by covering it with the same kind of clear liquid gloss that is used on wood floors. The gloss won't stick unless the surface is properly de-glossed to start with.
Dull the existing tile as much as possible with your belt sander, sanding across it tile by tile. Don't try to take the existing glaze off completely, but de-gloss it.
Mix 273 g (1 cup) of trisodium phosphate into 4.5 litres (1 gallon) of warm water. Scrub the floor with this solution, using a scrub brush. Rinse well and let dry for 24 hours.
Brush polyurethane floor gloss onto the tiles one by one, starting in the corner furthest from the entrance. Make the layer of polyurethane thin and smooth, covering the whole tile face but not the grout. Let the polyurethane dry for 24 hours.
Lightly sand the polyurethane with extra-fine sandpaper, dulling the whole surface. Sand it in light, small strokes. Wipe up the dust.
Brush on a second layer of polyurethane gloss with the same method you used to apply the first coat. Let it dry and lightly sand it.
Add a third layer of polyurethane in the same manner. Don't sand it, but let it dry for two days before using the floor.
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John Tranter's 2012 Tapa Page —
Follow the links below:
[ black ink: ] 12:00 tp 12:30 pm fold & wrap: / Session 8. Chair Lisa Samuels / [ long horizontal line in yellow ink ] / Rachel Blau DuPlessis. / Practice, Practise, Praxis / [ pale blue ink: ] An informative, detailed and / probing discussion by a current / practitioner of the long poem, / from Temple University in the USA, / and special guest at this / symposium, whose long poem / Drafts has been the focus of / a number of issues of Jacket, / and which has appeared in many / other venues. [ long horizontal space ] / [ long horizontal line in yellow ink ] / [ black ink:] 12:40 pm Collect brown bag lunch and / head for the Waiheke Island Ferry [ in downtown Auckland ] /
Rachel's talk was by far the most assured, witty, funny and enlightening of the symposium, and she proved that the decision to invite her was the right one.
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These are scans of pages of a Tapa Notebook, filled out by Australian poet John Tranter for the University of Auckland Library. It recounts his experiences in Auckland in March 2012 at the University's symposium 'Short Takes on Long Poems'. John has published an internet journal with similar material. This Notebook has the advantage of handwriting, doodles, decoupage and lots of colourful New Zealand stamps. Copyright Notice: Please respect the fact that all the material on this site is copyright © and the individual authors 2012 to 2016 et seq. It is made available here without charge for personal study and enjoyment by individuals only. It may not be stored, displayed, published, reproduced, or used for any other purpose.


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I recently received a message telling me "important information about putting your phone on the cell phone Do Not Call list." I hate spam phone calls, so I did a little investigating about this do not call registry for mobile phones.
Turns out, there is no such thing.
I have no idea why this sort of misinformation would even exist, but it does. Here's the truth: the regular National Do Not Call Registry covers cell phones, too. Even if it didn't, you shouldn't get a ton of spam calls to a cell phone. Federal law prohibits the use of automatic dialers or calls made with artificial or prerecorded messages when making calls to cell phones. (Wonder how you report THAT?)
So, what do you do if you don't want people spam calling your cell phone. Honestly, you'll never be able to stop it completely. Some calls come from people who have a legitimate reason to call, even if the reason of the call is kind of spammy. (I'm thinking of certain companies with whom I do business who call to try to sell me other stuff.) Some spam calls are coming from people who don't know it is a cell phone number. And some people just don't care about the law or the Do Not Call registry.
However, you can cut down on the amount of spam you receive by registering your cell phone on the Do Not Call registry list. The easiest way to do this is to call 1-888-382-1222 from the phone that you are registering. If you prefer, you can also register online at www.donotcall.gov. This requires that you respond to a confirmation email. You only have to register once. The registration remains in place until you remove it or until the number is deactivated.
Spam phone calls are a nuisance, and they can cost you money if your cell phone plan charges you by the call. Registering with the National Do Not Call registry can cut down on some of those spam calls. That's a good thing!


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To close out the business day, here's a reminder from Al Gore about what happens when the atmosphere heats up.
There's more water being evaporated up and what goes up, you know, must come down, sometimes a few trillion gallons at a time.
Basically, by the time this is all over, Lake Erie will have fallen on Houston, Texas. Those Chinese hoaxsters are really, really good at their jobs.


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A word from Rachael, the 'Carl Fredricksen, Russell, and Doug' costume creator:
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Hotel Auckland is situated in the Lakkar Bazar area of Shimla and is at an ideal distance from the nearby sightseeing places. It is located approximately 25 km from the Shimla Airport at Jubbarhatti and is at walking distance from the local bus stand. If you are budget traveler looking for an affordable accommodation then this hotel is for you.
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Madlib article, he's too 'uckin sweet 'n quick for words, peace to Mr Otis Jackson, Jr.
(I got this from here, but I don't like their stupid ads and stuff, so I want it here, on the handle). Many Names, One Big Talent Madlib's fondness for aliases obscures the fact that he's one of hip-hop's pre-eminent … Continue reading
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Her strengths and weaknesses lead her to change the genetic footprint of humanity, and to a bitter sweet victory.
See it unfold in NAHIA, WINNER of the 2018 LITERARY TITAN GOLD AWARD
Nahia is a rebellious faery princess who struggles with satisfying her own desires over what's best for her loved ones.
Following her heart in pursuit of the human she loves, Nahia hides her faery identity in order to enter the human dimension. After giving birth to a daughter, Nahia's secret is revealed, as is the realization that she has forever altered the genetic human footprint. Faced with death, Nahia returns to the faerie realm only to have its weight thrust upon her. In the aftermath of the vicious attack that made her an orphan and deprived the magical faerie dimension of their Keeper, the realm enters a dormant state
To save her home and renew ties with both her human and faerie family, Nahia finds a way to reawaken the realm, become the new Faery Queen, and provide a royal descendant for the new Keeper of the Forest.
Nahia… truly shines
Her fickle ways and her, pardon the pun, flighty ways make Nahia an incredibly enjoyable character to follow.
I really enjoyed Patricia's writing, her storylines were engaging, and the world was just fascinating and so beautiful to read about!
This book was so much fun! I really enjoyed it and the fantasy elements that were included in here as well! She is such a real person I feel like, because she really struggled with what her heart wanted and what was best for her family. I also loved the conflict between the human and faery realms, I felt it added action and really drove the story along well! I think this mainly stems from me really loving action novels and my love for fantasy. While there was definitely conflict with the faery realm having to fight for their lives, I did love that the themes of family, and trying to choose between what you want and what is ultimately good for everyone were still present throughout the story.
The ideas of loyalty, what makes up a family, and sacrificing for the greater good, are all things that play a strong role in Nahia's journey... she wasn't a perfect character. She makes mistakes, she's selfish at times, but over the course of the story she definitely grows and learns.
with wonderful themes and a great message for all mothers and ... "Patricia Bossano has created an entire world worth spending time in. Enjoyable, lively, imaginative, and everything you want in fantasy, with wonderful themes and a great message for all mothers and daughters and fans of fae.
This latest book in her amazing Faery series is absolutely brilliant and her best work.
Patricia Bossano has done it again, this latest book in her amazing Faery series is absolutely brilliant and her best work yet, in my opinion. Nahia ties all three books in the trilogy together nicely and once again puts the reader right in the middle of the action with her deep and vivid style. From the first time Etienne lays eyes on Celeste at Moon Dancer Lake to the re-awakening of the Faery Realm in dramatic fashion, these stories have everything you could ask for and more. Someone from Disney, Warner Bros. or DreamWorks should put a Faery franchise together and make a few movies out of these tales. I totally see them on the screen in my mind playing out as I read them. Simply magical. . . I believe.
This was my first book via this author but it won't be the last. I really enjoyed this book and I will have to get the rest of the ones she has out. I love all things Fey and this one goes right along with that love. Bossano did a fantastic job drawing me into the story and making me feel like I was experiencing things right along with the characters. This one has everything you could ask in a book about the Fey. Action, Magic, and more. This one I think would make a wonderful TV series or movie at the drop of a hat. It has everything that is needed for a great show and I would love to see what they could do with it. I know that it would be a major hit if done right. This book was magical beyond belief and I couldn't put it down. I can't wait to read something else from this amazing author!
Nahia by Patricia Bossano is the latest book in the Faery series. Perfectly suited for teens and adults alike. This YA novel holds a lot more than meets the eye. One particular Faery, Nahia, has a lot going on in her life. Mistakes happen and now, she has to make some tough decisions. The two worlds of humans and fairies alike come together. Powerfully written. Patricia Bossano knows how to engage her readers. I felt pulled from my seat and straight into her new world. The magical tale consisted of an emotional journey that tugged at my heart. Adventure, action, and romance. Suspenseful and entertaining, I highly recommend this book to readers worldwide. It's a fantasy I won't forget." –Urban Book Reviews
A novel of truly epic scale...
With its deep and detailed dive into the fairy realm, as well as its vivid, high-level vocabulary, Nahia is a complex fantasy novel that should not be missed.
The faery sphere and the human world collide in [Nahia] this third installment of a series . . .
Bossano's writing is beautiful and rich with detail . . . the overarching themes of loyalty, family, and weighing one's own desires versus the greater good remain throughout . . . A vivid and intricate fantasy tale about the ties that bind and the conflicts between two realms.


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ResellerClub Hosting Summit 2012: Session Resources for Attendees
Today, I presented at the Reseller Club Hosting Summit in Mumbai, Renaissance Hotel. Here is the website for more details including agenda http://rchostingsummit.com/agenda/ I would like to thank everyone who attended the session & participated during Q&A. I would like to share some of the resources from my session. Here is my presentation in PDF… Read more
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Studies have shown that shoppers now research 81% of purchases online before they make a purchase. With all of this online traffic, it makes sense to have the most polished and professional website possible. What kind of impression are you making on your consumer? People will often research your business before coming in in person and can form first impressions about your company. Make sure your website is the best it can be to improve your business and interaction with clients. Included here are a few tips for improving your web design.
Create a Logo
For many companies, brand-recognition is critical to their success. By developing a logo that is recognizable both on- and off-line, you can generate greater customer loyalty and trust. Green is a great color to use because it instills feelings of stability, trust, calm and focus. This is why it has been used by so many banks and financial institutions. Use your logo on your homepage as well as within your signature during any other forum interactions online.
Make Navigation Simple
Most people visiting your site are going to be looking for navigation bars along the top horizontally. You may think mixing it up could make you more "cutting-edge" but in this respect it is better to make it intuitive to the client. Not being able to find what they want on your page can create frustration in your customers.
Control White Space
If there is anything the internet has shown us, it is that there is a lot of information out there! With all of the text available online, it can be refreshing for readers to see a webpage with some white space. Utilizing white space to break up paragraphs and other text on your page can help maintain your readers' interest.
Be Careful With Color
Color is a dangerous tool to be used on your webpage. By using it subtly it can help add interest to your page, but too much can make it look like your 4-year-old designed your site. Employing a primarily neutral color palette can help give your website a professional look and be easy on your readers' eyes. With this neutral background, you can easily grab a customer's interest by adding small pop of color to important links or offers available.
Invest in Photography
While stock photos may seem to be an easy answer, generic photography can leave a bad taste in your client's mouth. Showing that you were too lazy, or unmotivated, to take personal photos of your business and employees can show a lack of attention to detail. It translates poorly to the entire impression your client will receive, and could even result in a lawsuit if you accidentally use a copyrighted picture.