text:
The nearly sold-out
tour this year in support of the band's new album, Paper Airplanes, is certainly proof-positive that they've never been more popular, bringing a tightly knit fusion of bluegrass and country to fans old and new. Though Alison's award-winning 2007 collaboration with Robert Plant may have briefly elevated her stature to a whole new audience it's abundantly clear that as a group they don't need an A-list rocker to pack the house.
Taking charge of the tour's production is longtime audio frontman Cliff Miller of North Carolina's
. Last summer, Miller put a pair of newly minted SD10 console through rigorous paces at the 2010 MerleFest, one of the country's premier Americana and roots music festivals. With that experience being so positive and productive, Miller decided to entrust the Union Station tour to
, placing the consoles at FoH and monitors for himself and monitor team Bernie Velluti and daughter Haley. The nightly challenge of presenting acoustic music in venues ranging from indoor auditoriums to outdoor sheds isn't lost on Miller, who's been at it for over 40 years, working with some of the most prominent artists of the genre. He says the SD10 has been a key component on this tour, showcasing the nuances of the band's sound.
"The console is so amazingly consistent and I'm very pleased with the clean quality of sound we're getting out of it,"Miller offered. "Mixing an acoustic band like this is probably one of the more challenging things for a digital console… it's really the sum of all the parts and what goes into the console that affects what comes out. There's a lot of detail with stringed instruments that you never hear with electric guitars and a lot of the other typical rock 'n' roll instruments. It's important to understand the sound of these instruments because when they're amplified, it's literally a balancing act to get that right blend—where the sound system is equalized and isolated enough to keep the instrument resonance minimal and as natural as possible, and the low-end frequencies maintained. And that can change, too, depending on the facility and whether it's indoor vs. outdoors. Outdoor sheds with vinyl roofs over the audience are a real challenge. There's a lot of reflection even when you make a point of keeping the PA out of it. It's very live. I find that even in the varying circumstances, once I get the overall PA tuned the way it needs to be, then my presets work well from day to day, inside or outside, pretty consistently. The only thing that may change is the EQ from day to day. Sometimes Ron [Block; banjo/guitar] may change the EQ on his Fishman Aura DI, depending on what he's hearing in his ears. That affects what I'm getting at front of house, so I just compensate for that on a daily basis. I let him get it to suit his taste and then I set it to suit mine!"
In addition to the pair of SD10s, Miller's carrying two DiGiCo SD-Racks, with one serving as an emergency spare, and loves hearing the warm, analog preamp sound.
The outboard gear is non-existent with the exception of the Lab Gruppen Dolby Lake LM 26 processor. "The way I'm inserting the Lake processor—which is digitally inserted using the AES sends and returns for my mains, front and side fills—I'm driving it with matrix outputs to the input of the delay. But on the returns, I have three stereo aux sends set up so its coming into the insert IN, so the biamped output of my Lake for my front and side fills and my stereo subwoofers are all being sent from stereo aux sends. Having the insert features is really handy on the console for driving multiple lines and getting signals. Depending on the venue, and if we're using an in-house sound system, I'll send all the sends off the console to analog outputs, if that's where their inputs are. Otherwise, I can send them from the SD Rack on the stage. It's very versatile, easy to route outputs, and you can rename them for whatever you need. You always have enough. And I really love having those two-two spaces on the SD-Rack underneath for a total of 4 rack spaces. On one side I have a UPS just as a backup in case we lose power, and on the other side, I have the Lake processor, a spare USB pre for my Smaart rig [the Rational Acoustics' equalization software], and a receiver for a TM400 Lectrosonics test and measurement microphone. There's not an outboard rack, you just set up the console, plug it in, and I'm ready to go!"
The core of Union Station is a 5-piece band featuring Dobro phenom Jerry Douglas, with the addition of a drummer and a keyboardist for this tour. Miller's utilizing approximately 34 inputs for the band, much of which is dedicated to a band-wide package of Shure microphones for drums, fiddle, guitars, banjo, lap steel amp and vocals, a Neumann TLM 193 on the bass cab, as well as Fishman Aura DI's for guitar, banjos and Dobro [the Jerry Douglas signature model], and various inputs for playback iPod, etcetera. A nightly encore finds the group singing in old-timey fashion gathered around a Shure KSM44.
Miller's output section is fairly minimal, comprised of Left and Right outs, with the occasional Left Right Upper and Left Right Lower. "I always have a Left/Right, side fill, front fill, delay mix, and always provide an ADA house mix for the hearing impaired. One is dedicated for my Smaart computer. It's an industry-wide reference software package that I use for tuning the sound system into the room environment itself, and for PA time alignment. It's invaluable and I use it every day… very affordable, very versatile and it really fills a niche for me."
Within the console, Miller's effects rack is minimal, consisting of about 4 reverbs and 2 delays. "I'm using the simple vocal plate for Alison's vocal and the backup vocals, and a simple delay that I use mainly for the Dobro to get a pan effect in some of the slower songs that we do. Other various reverbs I use are for percussion, and I have a warm hall delay that I use on guitars. Obviously in an auditorium, a little reverb on the instruments is always nice. It's a pretty basic setup because, after having worked with them for 11 years, I try to be as true to the instrument's sound—and to the recordings—as possible. The music they play has a wide dynamic range, and I like to make the most use out of that, so there's very little compression."
Marcos and snapshots are two of the must-have features for Miller's daily workflow. "I like being able to record a macro of an EQ setting that I can use for one particular instrument in one particular song. Typically, I have my console set up so when I have an EQ for a guitar it stays the same through all the snapshots. But when they change instruments using the same line, using the macros I can bring up the EQ I prefer when, say, Ron plays the Banjola on 'Sinking Stone,' which is a radically different EQ then I use for his guitar on another song. It's very simple for me at FoH to be able to recall what I need quickly. I also have an ADK Lyve Tracker digital workstation recording 56 channels at 96K to create a 'virtual soundcheck'. The SD-10 outputs MADI to Lyve Tracker and at the bottom of the playlist I have a playback snapshot for recalling the output from the Lyve Tracker to the inputs of the console for playback. I'm also using Time Fade a bit between songs, where they go from one song right into another. I can use that to ease in the drums and other instruments and it works very nice. I can just hit the scene and let it transition."
The SD10 at monitor world is set up and shared for Haley Miller and Bernie Velluti to manage their respective areas—Haley for Alison specifically, and Bernie for the rest of the band. "I set the console up and layered it so I have all my channels on one side of the board and Bernie can have the other side for his. This worked well for us, and it was great to have two sets of eyes on the band at all times. I love the versatility of the board. Being the first time on a DiGiCo, I found it seemed almost limitless in how I could customize the console to my specific needs. The rotary knobs are assignable. For example I'm able to bring my head amp, high pass filter and Pan control right above my channel fader. Within a push of a button the rotary knobs toggle between my settings and Aux sends. The best feature for me, though, is the ability to control the surface offline, although it will get you in trouble if you are not careful. We have a scene for every song and everyday there are some variances in instrumentation, such as proximity of the subs, it changes day to day and affects the level of bass that is put in the ears. As well as pedal boards, they are never the same, even when you mark every knob. Making the appropriate adjustments for these channels has been so easy. Without interrupting audio within the current scene, I'm able to take the surface offline, fire any scene make changes, save and return to audio before the song ends. If I need to make the same change in all or just select scenes, I can edit Range, make the change and confirm it within all the ones selected.
"I've really enjoyed working with this console and it will be difficult to jump back on something else when we get back into the shop. The clarity is there for Alison, who is using the Sensaphonics 2Max earbuds with a Shure PSM 900 belt pack. She has told me, 'It's so clear and full'. You can really gain it up and it has such a nice fluid transition."
That low latency rate is one of the console features that resonated with Miller, as well. "I own probably 6-7 other digital consoles now, and these were the first two DiGiCo's I've purchased,"he explained, "and I couldn't be happier with them. Quite frankly, I really like using the digital consoles we used before, but it came down to the fact that I was looking for a company that was taking advantage of the newer technologies. Having a 96k sampling rate is very important for a low latency sound—and especially for Alison's in-ears, which is critical. Not to mention the Optocore system. The fact that I can use a tactical fiber for my whole snake line for 96 channels is great. It saves me so much time every day and in some of the situations where I run snake that can be like 500 feet long sometimes! It's small and easy to hide up against the base of the step where no one's tripping on it. Frankly, I couldn't be happier with these consoles."
"And also, I knew these consoles were going to be versatile after this tour, when we get back to business at home,"he added. "We do a lot of concerts with symphony and a rock & roll bands playing together and having a console where I can get 96 inputs and not take up anymore than 4 seats in an auditorium, 3 rows deep is great. Promoters love that! They'd rather sell tickets."


text: Our team is filled with passionate and brilliant people from all around the world. Here you can see everyone involved in helping Lumina Learning become the organisation it is today. Move your mouse pointer over or tap a photo to see their Lumina splash. This is a colourful, visual representation of their personality from their Lumina Spark portrait.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Who Shot Johnny Rock?
What do you need help on? Cancel X
It's the rollicking 30's and someone has killed popular singer Johnny Rock in this action-packed gangster whodunit. The player will need to navigate the back streets, gaming halls, funeral parlors and the dirty sections of this city to get at the clues held by a number of shady characters and solve this murder mystery. Bad guys with machine guns provide a high level of shooting action.
Game List Statistics
Now Playing
0 Users
Wish List
7 Users
Hot List
0 Users


text:
The Village of Caldari
The village of Caldari belongs to the municipality of Ortona, in the province of Chieti, region Abruzzo.
>>>COVID-19<<< Data about spreading of Covid-19 in Caldari are not yet available.
For the province of Chieti, to whom Caldari belongs, on 2020-05-29 are reported 820 cases. In the previos day there were 820 cases, thus having a variation of 0 cases, i.e. 0.00% with reference to the number of cases reported in the previous day.
Please follow this link for updated information on Covid-19 including new cases and percentage changes for the whole of Italy, regions and individual provinces
The village of Caldari is 7,74 kilometers far from the same town of Ortona to whom it belongs.
To the municipality of Ortona also belong the localities of Alboreto (3,76 km), Aquilano (5,89 km), Arielli (6,66 km), Bardella (4,64 km), Bardella III (5,15 km), Bardella V (5,76 km), Bardella VI (5,58 km), Bavi (2,15 km), Caldari - Stazione (7,04 km), Caldari - Stazione I (6,99 km), Cappellini (6,00 km), Case sparse (-- km), Casone (2,43 km), Ciampino (0,98 km), Civitarese (6,60 km), Colombo (6,58 km), Colombo I (6,36 km), Cucullo (5,39 km), Feudo (8,34 km), Fontegrande (2,54 km), Fonticelli (1,48 km), Foro (9,41 km), Foro III (10,20 km), Fossato (6,14 km), Fossato I (6,73 km), Gagliarda (3,42 km), Gagliarda II (3,03 km), Gagliarda III (2,66 km), Ghiomera (7,53 km), Iurisci (6,40 km), Lazzaretto (9,47 km), Lido Riccio (6,02 km), Morrecine (5,37 km), Ortona Foro (10,22 km), Ortona Porto (0,98 km), Peticcia (1,75 km), Postilli (10,90 km), Ranchini (6,56 km), Riccio (5,08 km), Riccio I (5,14 km), Riccio II (5,23 km), Riccio III (5,47 km), Ripari Bardella (4,24 km), Ripari di Giobbe (2,47 km), Rogatti (5,16 km), San Donato (2,71 km), San Donato - Moro (3,23 km), San Donato I- Moro (2,59 km), San Donato IV- Acquabella (3,01 km), San Donato V (2,41 km), San Donato VI (1,86 km), San Donato VII (1,24 km), San Giuliano (2,53 km), San Marco (3,64 km), San Martino (4,27 km), San Nicola II (4,18 km), San Nicola III (5,09 km), San Pietro (3,31 km), Santa Liberata (2,19 km), Santa Lucia (2,01 km), Santa Lucia II (2,22 km), Savini (9,69 km), Schiavi (3,19 km), Schiavi - San Marco (2,41 km), Torre Mucchia (4,19 km), Villa Caldari (7,76 km), Villa Carlone (6,23 km), Villa Deo (5,17 km), Villa Deo - Villa Panaro (5,02 km), Villa Grande (4,97 km), Villa Iubatti (6,45 km), Villa Magna (3,84 km), Villa Rogatti (6,77 km), Villa San Leonardo (4,30 km), Villa San Nicola (4,61 km), Villa San Tommaso (4,78 km), Villa Torre (5,39 km).
The number in parentheses following each village name indicate the distance between the same village and the municipality of Ortona.
Please notice that in what follows no statistic nor population data are available at the moment: the same are available for the Italian places having al least the status of municipalities ad for most of the villages too.
The distribution of the most commun family names is equally unavailable.
Please find in what follows:
- The banks in Caldari, when available.
- The parishes in Caldari, when available.
- The pharmacies in Caldari, when available.
- Weather and weather forecast for the municipality of Ortona, to whom Caldari belongs.
- Hotels in Caldari and its surroundings.
- Free ads in Caldari and in its province and region too.
- Map and road map of Caldari.
- A selection of videos about Caldari.
In the hamlet of Caldari there is no bank.
Please look at the closest banks in the town of Ortona, to whom Caldari belongs.
There is no pharmacy in the hamlet of Caldari.
Please look at the closest pharmacies in the town of Ortona, to whom Caldari belongs.
The parishes in Caldari
There are no parishes in Caldari.
Please look at the closest parishes in the town of Ortona, to whom Caldari belongs.
Where to stay in Caldari and its neighborhoods
Hotels, Resorts, B&B in Caldari and its neighborhoods.
You can arrange the results by number of stars, by popularity, by distance or even by the guest review score choosing among young couples, mature couples, families with young children, families with older children, people withfriends, or solo travellers.
Free ads in Caldari
Most recent free ads in Caldari, municipality of Ortona, province of Chieti, Abruzzo region, updated at 02:04:16, 30 May 2020. Place your free ad on Caldari: no registration needed. Place your free ad.
Up to now there is no free ad placed in Caldari
|Most recent free ads in the province of Chieti
|Casa Taito sul mare dei Trabocchi
|Giuseppe Colasante
|servizio Taxi Vasto e comuni limitrofi
|Most recent free ads in the region Abruzzo
|Appartamento in residence al mare
|cerco mini appartamento piccola svizzera
|Casa per vacanze - fino a 6 posti letto
Map and road map of Caldari
Look at the interactive map of Caldari and get the road maps, the satellite maps and the mixed ones too. Interactive maps of Caldari also allow an immediate view of: bar,restaurants,pubs,pizzerias,dancing,night clubs,banks,jewellers,beauty centers,hair stylists,supermarkets,pharmacies.
Just fill in the free text search box placed on top of the map with any of previous categories and then press enter.
Please feel free to use the same free text search box placed on top of the map to find any kind of business activities you're interested into.
Videos about Caldari Ortona, Chieti, Abruzzo
Several videos about Caldari, Ortona, Chieti, Abruzzo.
A first video is shown: clicking on the PLAY button the video will start.
Inside the video window there are several commands and a Playlist button: .
Press the Playlist button to access the complete listing of the available videos, along with their titles. It will suffice to scroll through the list using the cursor to select any of the videos.
Once the video started you can use the and buttons to scroll through the videos. Each video can be displayed in full screen.


text:
Governor Acknowledges Outstanding SUU Students
Published: January 01, 2007 | Category: AcademicsWritten by Isaac Holyoak, a junior Communication major from Murray, UT
Four Southern Utah University students were honored at the second annual Governor's Scholars luncheon hosted by Gov. Jon Huntsman, Jr. earlier this month at the Governor's Mansion.
Caitlin Holladay, a sophomore communication major from Nephi; Kate Merkley, a sophomore social science major from Sandy; Joshua Seumalu, a junior communication major from St. George; and Rory Spence, a sophomore finance major from Las Vegas, were recognized at the luncheon.
Neal Cox, SUU's Associate Vice President and Dean of Students, helped coordinate the event. "All four of these students represent us well," he says. The students were nominated by Steve Kiisel, Student Body President, and Dean Cox.
According to Holladay, the students were chosen based on "academic achievement, leadership, involvement, and citizenship." She was excited to be chosen to participate in the event. "Because I love SUU," she says, "I was naturally enthusiastic to represent Southern Utah University at such a dignified event."
Four students were selected from each of Utah's colleges and universities for academic excellence in their freshman or sophomore years. Governor Huntsman and President Emeritus Chase Petersen, University of Utah, spoke to the luncheon attendees. Richard Kendell, Commissioner of Higher Education, was also in attendance. Huntsman and Petersen spoke to the attendees about "using our knowledge, education, and success to benefit others and help them to reach their potential," says Holladay.
"I think that it is great to have a governor who is interested in student input," remarks Cox. The governor "honors the combination of scholarship and social contributions."
Seumalu was also honored to represent SUU and was especially pleased with the chance to "share how great of an institution we are to the rest of the schools in Utah."


text:
Michelle Martin:
Laurent Solids **coming soon**
Pattie Knox:
Fasten Its!
Ali Edwards:
Hello Summer Hand Drawn Brushes
Anna Aspnes:
DistressedDates No. 1
Stitched by Anna, White, Threads No. 1
Foto WordTransfers No. 1
Hipster Plumes No. 10 BrushSet
Katie Pertiet:
Basic Paper Alphabet: Chocolate
Basic Paper Alphabet: Red
Little Bits Alphabet: Red No. 2
Edited Remarks Brushes and Stamps No. 2
Defined Disks No. 1
Alphabetize Me No. 1 **coming soon**
Lifted Leaves No. 2 **coming soon**


text:
Skip to Main Content
COVID - 19 Updates
Many City Facilities Closed to the Public
City of Modesto's Response to COVID-19
Experience Modesto
How Do I...
What's Happening
Stay up-to-date and connected with the latest news, city events, and social media.
Staff Directory
Police Department
600 10th Street Modesto CA 95354
Physical Address:
View Map
600 10th Street
Modesto, CA 95354
Emergency Phone:
Police Department Page
Non-emergency Dispatch:
Bear, Sharon
Acting Public Safety Information Coordinator
Carroll, Galen L.
Police Chief
Gillespie, Brandon
Assistant Police Chief
Smart, Jessica
Public Safety Business Service Analyst
DeAlba, Rigo
Valencia, Ivan
Community Division
600 10th Street Modesto CA 95354
Physical Address:
View Map
600 10th Street
Modesto, CA 95354
Community Division Page
Garcia, Rosie
Community Service Officer
Galvez, Lauren
Community Service Officer
Hernandez, Miguel
Community Service Officer
Slocum, Jennifer
Community Service Officer
Police Recruitment
Physical Address:
600 10th Street
Modesto, CA 95354
Mailing Address:
600 10th Street
Modesto, CA 95354
Souza, Kalani
Recruitment Sergeant
Programs & Services
600 10th Street Modesto CA 95354
Physical Address:
View Map
600 10th Street
Modesto, CA 95354
Emergency Phone:
Programs and Services Page
Return to Staff Directory
Live Edit
City Attorney's Office
Assignments & Roles
Contact City Attorney's Office
Documents & Forms
Frequently Asked Questions
File a Claim (PDF)
Internship Program
Public Records Request
Service Requests
City Clerk's Office
About the City Clerk's Office
Agendas & Minutes
City Council Agendas & Minutes
Contact City Clerk's Office
Meeting Calendar
Standing Committees Agendas & Minutes
City Council District Locator
City Documents Archive
City Ordinances
City Resolutions
Legislative History
City Election Information
Ballot Measures
Campaign Statements
Current Council
Election Candidates
Political Action Committees
Where Do I Vote?
Frequently Asked Questions
Public Records Requests
Service Requests
City Council Minutes & Agendas
Boards, Commissions & Committees
Charter Review Committee
City Charter
City Council Agendas & Minutes
City Council Meeting Calendar
Contact Us
Meeting Information
Search Archived Documents
Standing Committees Agendas & Minutes
City Manager's Office
Charter City Form of Government
City of Modesto 150th Anniversary
City Manager's Blog
City's Capital Improvement Program
City Manager Monthly Updates
SB 1 Projects
Measure L Projects
State Route 132 Project
Media & Communications
About Community & Media Relations
City of Modesto 150th Anniversary
Coronavirus Updates
Engage With Us
Contact Elected Officials
Citizen's Budget Guide
City Council Meetings
City Newsletters
City Performance Goals and Data
News Alerts
State and Federally Funded Projects
Submit a Public Records Request
Upcoming Community Events
Organizational Chart
Performance Measurements
City Manager's Performance Goals
Performance Measurements
Reports and Publications
Reports and Publications
Service Requests
Strategic Plan 2020 - 2025
Quality of Life
Economic Vitality
Governance and Service Delivery
Community & Economic Development
COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Program
Eligible and Ineligible Businesses
Program Guidelines
How to Apply
Boards & Commissions
Board of Building Appeals
Board of Zoning Adjustment
Capital Improvement Program Task Force
Citizens Housing & Community Development Committee
Comprehensive Fees Task Force
Disabled Access Appeals Board
Entertainment Commission
Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee
Landmark Preservation Commission
Planning Commission
Contact Community & Economic Development
Building Safety & Neighborhood Preservation Unit
Building Codes
Building Inspections
Building Permits
Building Plan Reviews
Code Enforcement
Daily Inspections
Expedited Permits
Online Services
Flood Zone Info. (FEMA)
Rental Housing Safety Program (Proposed)
Community Development Division
Fees and Schedules
Home Repair Assistance
Homeless Management Information Systems
Housing & Urban Development (HUD)
Infrastructure Financing
Publications & Reports
Special Districts
Special Task Forces
Economic Development
Access to Markets and Transit
Business Incentives
Business Sectors
Commercial Opportunities
Sampling of Top Employers
Start a Business
Business Advisory Services
Land Development & Engineering (LDE)
Land Development Engineering Utility
Plan Checking
Planning Division
Boards & Commissions
Corridor Studies
Design Guidelines
General Plan - MEIR
Landmark Preservation Program
Opportunity Sites
Planning Documents
Planning Forms and Applications
Specific Plans
Urban Area Growth Review
Zoning Code - Title 10
Frequently Asked Questions
Transportation Engineering & Design (TED)
About Transportation Engineering & Design
American Disabilities Act (ADA) Access
Bicycle Transportation
Bid Opportunities
Pavement Rehabilitation Treatments
Standard Specifications
Transportation Sales Tax Information (Measure L)
Fees & Schedules
Fees & Schedules
Online Services
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
News & Updates
Permits & Zoning
Application Requirements (PDF)
Board of Zoning
Building Permits
Cannabis Zoning
Design Guidelines
Entertainment Permits
Entertainment Permit Insurance Requirements
Fees for Entertainment Permits
Meeting Information
How to Find Zoning
California High Speed Rail
Complete Streets
Courthouse Project
Crows Landing Road Corridor Study
Design Guidelines
Downtown Core Zone
Downtown Master Plan
General Plan & Master EIR
General Plan
Housing Element
Master Environmental Impact Report (EIR)
The Marketplace Shopping Center
Measure L Projects
Proposed Vintage Project
Specific Plans
Carver Bangs
Coffee Claratina
Empire North
Fairview Village
Kiernan Business Park
North Beyer
Pelandale Snyder
Village One
Urban Growth Review
Urban Area Growth Review Documents
Finance Department
Budgets & Financial Reports
Audit Reports
Capital Improvement Budgets
Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports
Revenue Manual (PDF)
Operating Budgets
Adopted Budget - Current Fiscal Year
Adopted Budgets - Archives
Citizen's Budget Guide
Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget Workshop Presentation
Popular Annual Financial Reports
Business Licensing
Business License Applications and Agreements
Business License Search
Business License Types
Commercial Business
Home Business
Outside Business
Frequently Asked Questions
Closing Business License
Disability Access Informational Notice
Fees, Taxes and Deadlines
Annual Taxes & Fees
Quarterly Taxes, Fees & Deadlines
Forms & Documents
Frequently Asked Questions
License Changes
Pay Business Taxes
Pay In Person - Business Taxes
Pay Online - Business Taxes
Pay Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)
Refund Policy
Other Agencies to Contact
Contracting & Bid Opportunities
Bid Opportunities
Purchasing Division Mission
Department Information
Contact Finance Department
Documents & Forms
Exemptions to Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)
Utility Users Tax
Utility Users Tax Refund Claim
Request for Administrative Appeal Hearing
Frequently Asked Questions
Financial Transparency Tool
Parking Citation Processing
Pay a Parking Citation
Dispute Your Parking Citation
Indigency Program
Determination of Indigence
Program Details
Parking Citation Legal Process
Parking Violation Fine Schedule
Refund Policy
Utility Billing Customer Service
Assistance Programs for Utilities Customers
Delinquent Accounts Fee Schedule
Documents & Forms
Garbage, Sewer, Storm Drain & Water Rates
Garbage Rates
Sewer Rates
Storm Drain Rates
Water Rates
Pay Utility Bill
Online Utility Bill Pay Help & Support
Pay Your Utility Bill - Online
Pay Your Utility Bill - By Phone
Pay Your Bill - Pay Stations
Pay Your Utility Bill - In Office
Accounts Payable Refund Policy
Discontinuation of Residential Water Service
Start, Stop or Transfer Service
Start Service
Stop Service
Transfer Service
Water Rebates
Watering Schedule
Fire Department
About Us
Become a Firefighter
Firefighter Training Center (FCTC)
Job Descriptions
Modesto Fire Recruitment Contact Form
Fire Chiefs
Fire Prevention
Check Before You Burn
Safety Education
Home Fire Sprinkler Systems (PDF)
Sprinkler Requirements
Self- Inspection Checklist
Forms, Documents & Resources
Training Division
Special Operations
Our Galleries
Historic Photos
Modern Photos
Rim Fire
Sprinkler Requirements
Tour a Station
What's New
News & Press Releases
No Burn
Administration Office
Regional Fire Training Center (RFTC)
Station 1
Station 2
Station 3
Station 4
Station 5
Station 6
Station 7
Station 8
Station 9
Station 10
Station 11
Tour a Station
Human Resources
Department Information
Contact Human Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Job Listings
Salary & Benefit Information
Applicant Login
Equal Employment Opportunity
Internship Program
Job Descriptions
Job Interest Card
Job Listings
Promotional Opportunities
Veterans' Preference Program
Eligible Job Classifications
Employee Information
Compensation & Labor Agreements
Charter Officers - Council Appointed Officials
City Council Compensation & Reimbursement
Department Directors - City Manager Appointed Offi
Memorandums of Understanding
Health & Enrollment Information
2020 Health Information
Job Descriptions
Promotional Opportunities
Risk Management & Liability Claims
Insurance Reference Guide
Transfer Opportunities
Risk Management Liability Claims
Information Technology
Department Contacts
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Benefits of GIS
Interactive Map
What We Do
Parks, Recreation & Neighborhoods
City Parks
Parks Planning Projects
Active Parks Projects
Recently Completed Parks Projects
Facility Guide
Golf Courses
John Thurman Field
Mary Grogan Soccer Complex
Modesto Parks
Map of Parks in Your Neighborhood
Partner With Us
Neighborhood Environmental Action Team (N.E.A.T.)
Park Partners Program
Splash Grounds
Virginia Corridor Trailway
Department Information
Boards & Commissions
Culture Commission
Golf Course Advisory Committee
Redevelopment Successor Agency Oversight Board
Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory
Department Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Events Calendar
Holiday Parade
Downtown Extravaganza Events
Love Modesto
National Night Out
Night at the Bowl
Poet's Corner Contest
Spirit of Giving 5K Run
Volunteer Opportunities
Court Ordered Community Service
Eagle Scout Projects
Mary Grogan Soccer Complex
Special Events
Tagging/Graffiti Removal
Tuolumne River Regional Park (TRRP)
Volunteer Application
Year-Round Volunteer Opportunities
Recreation & Activities
Activity Guide
Junior Giants
Special Events
Facility Reservation Information
Financial Assistance Program
Eligibility and Required Documentation
First Tee of Central Valley
Tee Time Reservation System
Golf Course Advisory Committee
King-Kennedy Memorial Center
Maddux Youth Center
Map of Modesto Parks
Neighborhood Center at Marshall Park
Online Registration for Activities
Activity Guide
Course Registration Refund Policy
Online Account Setup
Privacy Policy
School Site Programs
Adult Softball
Junior Giants
Senior Center Activities
Red Hat Society - Scarlet Sparklers
Senior Center Rental Information
Splash Parties
Rental Facilities
American Legion Hall (Rental)
Boy Scout Club House (Rental)
Facility Reservation Information
Facility Refund & Cancellation Policy
Privacy Policy
Rental Facilities
Fees, Policies & Reservations
Rental Facilities
Rental Policies
Renter Responsibilities
Reservation Procedures
Golf Facilities
Golf in Modesto
Modesto Municipal Golf Course
King-Kennedy Memorial Center (Rental)
Maddux Youth Center (Rental)
Mancini Bowl (Rental)
Mary E. Grogan Community Soccer Complex
McClatchy Square (Rental)
McHenry Mansion (Rental)
McHenry Museum (Rental)
Modesto Centre Plaza (Rental)
Pools (Rental)
Senior Citizens Center (Rental)
Tenth Street Plaza (Rental)
Volunteer Opportunities
Court Ordered Community Service
Eagle Scout Projects
Mary Grogan Soccer Complex
Special Events
Tagging/Graffiti Removal
Tuolumne River Regional Park (TRRP)
Volunteer Application
Year-Round Volunteer Opportunities
Virtual Recreation Center
Play & Create
Learn & Explore
Get Moving
Local Meals
Police Department
Chief's Monthly Report
Community & Modesto Police
Crime Free Multi-Housing
Forms & Applications
Neighborhood Watch
Public Safety
Crime Prevention
Fire Safety
Neighborhood Watch
Non-Emergency Police Report
Vacation House Check
Youth Wakeup Program
Alarm Response Information
Community & Modesto Police
Crime Free Multi-Housing
Forms & Applications
Neighborhood Watch
Public Safety
Vacation House Check
Youth Wakeup Program
Crime Map
Crime Prevention Unit
Crime Stoppers
File a Report
Identity Theft
Megan's Law
Neighborhood Watch
File a Non-Emergency Police Report
Inside Modesto Police Department
Annual Reports
Investigative Services Division
Operations Division
Support Division
Frequently Asked Questions
Policy Manual and Training Materials
Join Our Team
Become a Police Officer
Agility Testing (PDF)
Hiring Process
Post Pellet B Testing
Preparing to Become a Modesto Police Officer
Become an Explorer
Reserve Officer Unit
Job Descriptions
Volunteer Opportunities
Upcoming Recruitment Events
Modesto Police Records
Police Report Request Form
Stay Connected with Modesto Police
Current Public Safety News
News Archives
Stanislaus Emergency Notifications
Public Works Department
Airport Notices
Aircraft Operations
Airport Parking
Flight Schedule
General & Corporate Aviation
Passenger Services
City Trees & Forestry Services
City Tree Maintenance
City Maintenance Process
Homeowner Maintenance Process
Other Resources
Tree Removals
Department Information
Fact Sheets
Standard Specifications
Storm Related Information
Street Flooding
Garbage & Recycling
Bulky Item Pick Up
Composting Information
Compost Classes
Composting Rates
Food & Organics Composting
Garbage Containers
Black Can / Garbage & Trash
Green Can / Organic Recycling Program
Garbage Pick Up Day
Garbage Service Faqs
Green Waste Collection
Alley Collection
Christmas Tree Collection
Fines & Fees
Street Collection
Leaf Collection
Modesto Garbage Companies
Recycling Information, Events & Programs
Recycling Events
Recycling Programs
Street Sweeping
Trash Collection Policy & Tips
Parking Services
Parking Garages
Pay-by-Space Parking Lots
Public Works Day
Public Works Projects
Service Requests
Street Lights & Traffic
Street Services
Curbs, Gutters & Sidewalks
Street Projects
Finished Projects
How You Can Help
Report Tagging
Volunteer Opportunities
Amtrak Station
Bike Events
Bike to Work
Family Cycling Festival
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART)
Dial a Ride
MAX Routes & Schedules
System Maps
Transit Services Customer Service
Engineering Services
Capital Planning
Project Highlights
Cross Connection Removal Project
Environmental Services
Environmental Calendar (PDF)
Environmental Forms
Frequently Asked Questions
Outside Utilities Links
Reports & Studies
Standard Specifications
Stormwater Plans & Reports
Utility Rate Studies
Proposition 218
Proposition 1
Water Plans & Reports
Consumer Confidence Reports
Del Rio Tank & Wells Project
Urban Water Management Plan 2015
Water System Engineer's Report - Options A & B
Well Field Optimization Documents
Wastewater Plans & Reports
Master Plans
Sanitary Sewer Management Plan (SSMP)
Condition Assessment Report
Service Requests
Storm Related Support
Underground Work
Utility Billing & Rates
Wastewater Services
Sutter Primary Treatment Facility
Jennings Secondary / Tertiary Treatment Facility
Cannery Segregation
Water Rebates
Watering Schedule
Water Services
Contact Water Division
Cross-Connection & Backflow Control Program
Water Conservation
Modesto Sub Basin Ground Water Sustainability
Report Water Waste
Turlock Sub Basin Ground Water Sustainability
Water Conservation FAQs
Water Consumption History
Water Conservation Tips & Resources
Water-Wise Consultation
Water-Wise Gardening Guide (PDF)
Water Rebates
Watering Schedule
Water Conservation in the World Today
Water Meters
Installations Map
Meter Reading
Water Quality
Water Rebates
Watering Schedule
Engage with us
We want to hear from you
Online Bill Pay
Make payments online
Report a concern
Agendas & Minutes
Stay up to date
See job opportunities
Modesto at 150
150th Anniversary
Government Websites by
Arrow Left
Arrow Right
Slideshow Left Arrow
Slideshow Right Arrow


text:
Beige Color Crepe Silk Kitty Party Sarees : Eshwari Collection NYF-3130
Beige Color Crepe Silk Kitty Party Sarees : Eshwari Collection NYF-3130
Material Type : Crepe Silk
Kitty Party Sarees
Unstitched Blouse included with the saree
Design : NYF-3130
Accessories displayed in the photo are not a part of the product.
Key Attributes:
Type of Sarees : Kitty Party Sarees
YF Brand : Eshwari Collection
Slight colour variation may be possible due to the flash during photography.
Steam Iron, fall and edging service for the Sarees are not done by us due to our 7 day return policy.
We quality check the products twice before dispatch
We have a 7 day No Question asked return policy. If Incase of any queries, call us on 0-8104996108 (Mon-Sat, 11Am-6Pm)
Back To Crepe Sarees Previous Product Next Product


text:
RICHMOND, VA -- First lady Michelle Obama reprised her role from the Democratic National Convention as the president's chief character witness during a stop here Thursday in the key swing state of Virginia.
At her first solo campaign event since last week's convention, the first lady told a crowd of about 1,800 gathered inside an ornate theater about the qualities that led her to fall in love with Barack Obama 20 years ago, well before he was elected president.
"What truly made me fall in love with Barack Obama was his character," she said as the audience cheered. "His decency. His honesty. His compassion and conviction."
And as she did throughout her speech, Obama pointed out aspects of her husband's life that could arguably be placed in contrast with his Republican opponent Mitt Romney.
"I loved that Barack was so committed to serving others that he turned down high-paying jobs and instead he started his career fighting to get folks back to work," she said, leaving unspoken the fact that Mitt Romney did, in fact, start his career with a high-powered job at a consulting firm.
She continued that theme when she described her husband's time in office so far, saying he makes "decisions that aren't just about the bottom line, but about laying the foundation for the next generation."
While Obama did list some of her husband's accomplishments at the convention, she got even more expansive this time, delving briefly into his work on issues like predatory lending and foreign policy.
"He cracked down on lending abuses so that today when you apply for a mortgage or a credit card, you know exactly what you're getting into," she said.
And when met with naysayers who might ask what the president has done for them, she told the crowd, "Tell them how Barack ended the war in Iraq. Tell them how we took out Osama bin Laden."
Obama also made several specific appeals to one group the campaign hopes to win over Romney: women. In the latest NBC News/WSJ poll, Obama led Romney with female voters 51 to 41 percent.
Mrs. Obama said her husband "will always have our backs" after he watched his mother and grandmother both struggle, one raising a son as a single mother and one trying to get ahead in a male-dominated workplace.
Given that she was in town to promote her It Takes One voter turnout initiative, Obama also had plenty to say about driving turnout in this crucial swing state, whose 13 votes both campaigns covet (Mitt Romney was also campaigning here today).
The rest of her speech may have been full of broad, sweeping praise of her husband, but when it came to driving the vote Mrs. Obama got into the nitty-gritty of local turnout figures.
"Back [in 2008], we won Virginia by 235,000 votes," she said, looking to tamp down applause at the figure. "While that might sound like a lot, think about this. When you break that number down, that's just 100 votes per precinct," she said.
"That could mean just a couple of votes in your neighborhood, right? Just a single vote in your apartment building," she continued, urging the crowd to spend some time at a phone bank or knocking on doors.
"Just a few of you here today could swing an entire precinct for Barack Obama. And understand this: If we win enough precincts, we will win the state."
Like her husband, Mrs. Obama did not begin her political remarks before first recognizing the deaths in Libya of four Foreign Service officers, including the country's U.S. Ambassador Christopher Stevens, late Tuesday night.
"And it's just important to say that our hearts and our prayers are with the families of those who gave their lives serving our country," she said solemnly. "I wanted us to start with that."
The first lady continues her Thursday Virginia swing with a stop in Fredericksburg later in the evening.


text:
We are a Nationwide company - Offering financial programs the others can't
because of our unique funding capabilities. We work with many banks and well capitalized lenders that are
aggressively lending. Many of our clients, companies just like yours can receive the working capital they need.
Financial Capital Resource - Has a broad spectrum of experience, our team has a diverse knowledge base in how
businesses succeed. We've been helping businesses turn around their operations, increase efficiency, expand production.
Let us see what we can do for your company!


text:
English Year 9
A Learning Map outlines what students in each year group will learn in their subject through a chronological list of topics, knowledge and skills taught in each term.
The homework resources provide parents/carers with information about the knowledge which their child must know and remember in order to complete homework tasks or revision successfully.
Step Assessments are an outline of when students are tested during each term and what area of learning students will be assessed on.
Online Resources for Home Study


text:
In Arizona, new technologies and high-tech advancements occur at the speed of light. At the heart, there are thousands of vast and varied manufacturing companies propelling Arizona's economy into the next era of growth. These companies also prove manufacturing is anything but outdated industrial assembly lines. Arizona's manufacturing is high tech. It's a computer driven powerhouse of the future. Its high wages and its outputs are impacting the world. In Arizona, we're manufacturing a revolution.
Industry leaders such as Intel, Microchip, Freescale Semiconductor, Honeywell, Raytheon, JDA Software, and Frito Lay all manufacture in Arizona. As do smaller companies making a giant impact – HJ3 Composite Technologies, Kahtoola, Pivot Manufacturing, Instant BioScan and hundreds more.
With such innovative, forward-thinking companies in Arizona's ecosystem, it's no surprise our state ranks fourth in the nation for semiconductor employment and second in the nation for space & defense manufacturing employment.
- Total manufacturing employment exceeded 157,000 in 2014 (BLS, QCEW)
- One manufacturing job in Arizona supports an additional 1.29 jobs, which means that there are 202,000 additional jobs in Arizona supported by manufacturing
- As of 2014, Arizona is home to more than 4,600 manufacturers, about 95 of which have fewer than 100 employees. (BLS, QCEW)
- The average wages for a manufacturing position in 2014 was $69,054 (BLS, QCEW). This is more than 50% higher than the average wage for all positions in Arizona
- Over 80% of Arizona's $22.6 billion in exports for 2015 were manufactured goods. The largest sectors for manufactured goods were: electrical machinery, aircraft, spacecraft, machinery, and optics.
- Arizona's total manufacturing output (contribution to State Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP)) in 2014 was $23.12 billion, which accounts for nearly 9% of Arizona's Real GDP (BEA.gov)
Arizona's manufacturing sector's output has continued to see positive gains since its fall during the Great Recession and is near its highest level in recorded history.
Arizona mep
Arizona MEP is a catalyst for strengthening manufacturing in Arizona, accelerating manufacturing's transformation into a more efficient and powerful engine of innovation.


text:
|Southeast Spotlight
Brewer and Shipley perform at Centennial Hall
Published: 05/23/2013 10:45:00
Brewer and Shipley, a musical duo best known for their hit "One Toke over the Line", recently played Centennial Hall in Juneau, opening for the Bellamy Brothers. We had a chance to have a little chat with them about their experiences playing on tour in Alaska.
VIDEO: We meet the musical duo Brewer and Shipley, best known for their hit "One Toke Over the Line." (Image: Rik Pruett)
Anncr: "Ladies and Gentleman, Brewer and Shipley."
Tom Shipley:
"First time we played In Alaska was a thing called the Freaker's Ball in Soldotna Alaska, and there were a bunch of people I think most of them were criminals from the lower 48 hiding out up here in Alaska. Michael and I are on this stage, they've got smudge pots on the stage and there were these giant mosquitoes would not leave us alone, can you imagine trying to play like this and all of a sudden you've got this thing drilling into your cheek"
Michael Brewer:
"I remember turning around seeing a drummer at one point, the only person who couldn't swat them, his face was covered with mosquitoes."
Tom Shipley:
"We love Alaska; I would do this tour just to do Alaska. We've been down in the lower 48 but it's been Native America, the Dakota's, Wyoming, Montana, we've been to Little Bighorn, just visiting, that's one of the cool things about traveling is all the places you get to see. Saw the Crazy Horse Monuments, under construction and whatever, and coming up to Alaska. So far we've done what? Kenai, Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau and tomorrow we go to Ketchikan, and every part of it's just absolutely wonderful."
Michael Brewer:
"This is a very special day, because usually it's pouring rain, every time we've been here, not every day there's been some sunny days but the last time we were here it was pouring rain and I know that that happens a lot. For the first part of the tour it was snowing like crazy on the Kenai Peninsula and they were saying this was outrageous for May but it was beautiful nonetheless, but I'm liking this a lot better than bundled up in a parka."
By: Rik Pruett - email@example.com


text:
REAL ESTATE- ON THE BLOCK- Zen koan: What happens when Alps meet Asia?
Address: 49 East Point Road
Neighborhood: Lake Monticello, Fluvanna County
Asking: $199,000
Assessment: $219,700
Year Built: 1981
Size: 1,811 fin. sq. ft., 586 unfin.
Land: 0.63 acres
Agent: Julie V. Holbrook, Charlotte Ramsey Inc. Realtors 434-990-1777
Curb Appeal: 7 out of 10
Out at Lake Monticello, buyers find lower prices, mostly newish construction, and the pleasure of being out of town and yet not too far from others. This house is a 30-minute commute that many folks make daily. Buyers get more square footage for their buck, and the wooded setting is also a big plus.
The house is a chalet, but the current owners have played up Asian stylings inside and out that go beyond the Alps. To start, a stone-lined gravel walkway meanders toward the house, one of multiple paths through trees ending at the house tucked away from the street. Close to the end of a cul-de-sac, it makes for a quiet retreat.
Chalets typically have open floor plans with an emphasis on space to congregate. It's also a common vacation home style. Between the design, the setting, and the distance from town, a new buyer might believe he has escaped the hurly-burly to find some tranquility and peace.
An exterior walkway (sort of a skinny deck) runs the length of the façade from which open the front door and then French doors to a dining nook. At the front of the house, the sellers are calling a small seating area a terrace.
The kitchen right inside the front door has plenty of counter space and plain shelves with an Asian contemporary look. There are no upper cabinets, which contributes to the open feel but limits storage options. The kitchen opens to the living and dining areas. A gas-log fireplace with sandstone hearth can make the place cozy with the flip of a switch. Probably the most significant point here is the omnipresence of the outdoors. Huge stretches of glass bring it in from all angles.
The master suite is on the first level, just off the living room. Although not huge, it does fit a king. An en-suite bath continues the Asian theme from the glass bowl sink, freestanding tub and knotty-pine walls to the Shoji door.
A cathedral ceiling and rustic beams above the loft-like second floor create drama in the living room. An open space at the top of the stairs can be a home office or den. Because it feels like it's up in the trees, it would seem to be an ideal private space for creative pursuits like writing or art. Two modest bedrooms with angled ceilings on the second floor share a bath. Skylights make the whole second story bright.
Down below, a basement is open and could have any number of uses. Although it's unfinished, the current owners use it as a workshop and office space, but it has a full bath with standup shower. A wood-burning stove down here radiates heat upstairs.
The house not only seems to bring the outdoors in, it provides space outdoors for living: a deck off the living room overlooks a wooded tract that dips down then rises in the distance. The woods and terrain must make residents feel they're practically living in the trees.
This house has a contemporary feel thanks to the open floor plan and Zen-like design touches. The layout means it may be better suited for empty nesters or folks with older kids who don't need to be on the same level as parents. It could also be an ideal spot for a creative professional looking for a private retreat in the woods.
Each week, a brave local seller invites the Hook to provide an impartial, warts-and-all look at their real estate listing. E-mail yours today!


text:
Some of you may ask, "What do I do with this chutney?" A lot! It's only 11:39 am and I've already tried two dishes using my apple tamarillo chutney. Why can't I be one of those cooks who doesn't eat what they cook?
Whenever I eat porkchops, I always have to have something sweet to go along with it. Sometimes, UFC Banana Ketchup will suffice but when my tastebuds are feeling more sophicticated, I look for chutney. I had this for brunch and was utterly pleased with the combination of savory and sweet flavors that were swirling in my mouth. Pork and chutney make for a wonderful marriage and truly deserve a happily ever after.
This second dish is truly a great find and should be a staple in people's list of comfort food – grilled cheese sandwich with apple tamarillo chutney. Again, the combination of the salty cheese, sweetness of the chutney and the crunchiness of the toasted bread is juts to die for. I know chutney in a sandwich sounds a bit strange but this is one of those 'don't-knock-it-until-you've-tried-it' moments. They say that a good dish needs to have 3 T's – Taste, Texture and Temperature. This sandwich has got them all. Insanely delicious and dangerously addicting.


text:
Making a video call with my mobile phone
Choosing network mode for my mobile phone
Turning GPS on my mobile phone on or off
Setting an alarm on my mobile phone
Cancelling all diverts on my mobile phone
A number of icons on the display show different settings. Follow these easy instructions to getting to know the display icons.
The battery icon shows the remaining battery power. The bigger the coloured section of the icon, the more power.
Further information:
Charge the battery
Battery charging
The battery charging icon shows the battery is charging.
Signal strength
The signal strength icon shows the strength of the network signal at your location. The more lines, the stronger the signal.
Further information:
Select network
Flight mode
The flight mode icon shows flight mode is turned on.
Turn flight mode on or off
3G enables you to achieve higher data speeds than when using other network modes.
The 3G icon shows 3G is available. If 3G isn't available, a different network mode is automatically selected.
Select network mode
Call divert
The divert icon shows all incoming voice calls are diverted.
Divert calls to voicemail
Divert calls to another number
Missed calls
The missed calls icon shows you've one or more missed calls.
Make a call
Answer a call
The SMS/MMS icon shows you've received a new SMS or MMS.
Read SMS
Read MMS
The email icon shows you've received a new email.
Read email
Silent mode
The silent mode icon shows that silent mode is turned on and all phone sounds are turned off.
Turn silent mode on or off
The alarm icon shows the alarm is set.
Set the alarm
Active data connection
The active data connection icon shows a data connection is active.
Use internet browser
The Bluetooth icon shows Bluetooth is active.
Turn Bluetooth on or off
When your mobile phone is connected to a Wi-Fi network, you can connect to the internet without using the data connections on your mobile phone. Wi-Fi is high speed and no mobile data is used when using Wi-Fi.
The Wi-Fi icon shows your mobile phone is connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Connect to Wi-Fi network
Tap anywhere to dismiss
Share this article via email! Just fill in these details and the characters in the box.
Fields marked with * are mandatory.


text:
Nothing Like A Lady Who Can Just Let Her Hair Down & Get Busy: Michelle Obama Gettin It!
skip to 50 sec mark
Please click the "Report" button below if the video on this page is not working properly.
Comments will only be displayed by verified emails. No Spamming or Racism.


text:
This Website was paid for by -
Auer Endowment
Subscribe to RSS
Meet Our Librarians
Expand your search with our team.
Make a Donation You can help with the growth of the Allen County Public Library Genealogy Center
Go Back
Posted by:
ACPL Genealogy Center
Monday, Dec 09, 2013
Don't forget to join us on Wednesday, December 11th, 2:30-3:30 p.m., for our next WinterTech program, "Researching Indiana Digital Collections." If researching family who migrated or resided in the Hoosier state, then this overview of online collections is essential. And plan to make it a full day at The Genealogy Center by staying for the monthly meeting of the Allen County Genealogical Society at 6:30 p.m.
Call 260-421-1225 or email to register for this program. Click to learn more about our WinterTech offerings for January and February 2014.
Thank you for the comment! Your comment must be approved first
You've already submitted a review for this item
Thank you! Your review has been submitted successfully
Login to be able to comment
Comment cannot be empty
Rating is required
You typed the code incorrectly. Please try again
"Discovering your roots just got easier!"
© 2010-2018 ACPL The Genealogy Center. All Rights


text:
National Republican leaders made waves recently with a dim view of the party's future if it fails to expand its core support beyond white males and social conservatives. But weeks after GOP Chairman Reince Priebus unveiled the "Growth and Opportunity Project" report, many party players maintain that the problem often is more about flawed messengers saying the wrong things at the wrong times than the policy positions at issue.
The distinction between policy flaws and communication problems is at the crux of the GOP's soul-searching as the Republican National Committee convenes this week in Los Angeles for the first time since the report's release. And it's a discussion that won't end anytime soon as conservatives, moderates and pragmatists struggle for control of the GOP megaphone. The dynamic has been highlighted in the weeks since the chairman's call for outreach, with succession of conservative party figures voicing positions that may alienate the very voters national party leaders want to capture.
Alaska Rep. Don Young was forced to apologize after referring to Hispanic migrant workers as "wetbacks." Media titan Donald Trump, who flirted with a presidential run in 2012, warned against compromising with President Barack Obama on a citizenship path for anyone already in the country illegally, saying they'll just become Democratic voters.
Using social media, Republican National Committee member Dave Agema of Michigan redistributed controversial writings that were harshly critical of gay Americans. Agema dug in after many Michigan Republicans called for his resignation.
Days later, the head of the Georgia state party, Sue Everhart, said that if same-sex marriage were "natural," then gay couples "would have the equipment to have a sexual relationship." She predicted that if the Supreme Court allows federal employee benefits for gay couples, then individuals who are "straight as an arrow" will enter same-sex unions just for financial perks.
Comments like those have some Republicans reeling.
"It's extremely, extremely frustrating," said Gregory Steele, a University of North Carolina senior who leads his state's college Republican organization. "We want the party to have a serious policy discussion about all of these issues going forward, but it's hard to get to that point with all of these mistakes."
Former U.S. Sen. Olympia Snowe of Maine, who retired in January as one of the GOP's last elected New England moderates, deplored the "intolerance" that she says has driven a "slow and steady erosion of a strong political base."
"It's very exclusionary," Snowe said. "For anyone who isn't already a Republican, how are they going to be drawn in right now?"
At Log Cabin Republicans, a national group of gay GOP loyalists, Gregory Angelo said the flaps reinforce the image of an inflexible organization. But he also noted Ohio Sen. Rob Portman's recent embrace of same-sex marriage, and described the party right now as going through "growing pains."
"We are no longer walking in lock-step on these (social) issues," he said.
White House losing streaks - like the one Republicans are in nationally - aren't new. Democrats lost four out of five presidential elections - all by wide margins - from 1972 to 1988, before then-Arkansas Bill Clinton styled himself as a "New Democrat" to win the presidency in 1992 and 1996.
But current trends are foreboding for Republicans. They've lost the popular vote in five out of the last six presidential elections. In the last two, Obama has won overwhelming majorities of non-white voters and younger voters, while the anchors of Republican support - older white voters - have become an increasingly smaller share of the electorate. Neither Clinton nor Jimmy Carter ever drew popular vote majorities. Obama has twice cleared 51 percent.
Republicans also lost several winnable Senate races in 2012 after conservative nominees made controversial statements about women and abortion.
Top Republicans both acknowledge the damage such comments have caused and remain careful to defend the party's official positions as they call for a wider tent.
Republican Governors Association Chairman Bobby Jindal memorably called for the GOP to "stop being the stupid party," but the potential 2016 presidential candidate from Louisiana said in the same January speech to the RNC, "We do not need to change what we believe ... our principles are timeless."
Henry Barbour, a Mississippian who helped write the post-election analysis for Priebus, emphasizes that the document shouldn't be read as a call to change the Republican position on abortion, same-sex marriage or immigration. "In politics, you need to be what you're for," he said.
Louisiana Republican Chairman Roger Villere, a conservative who is also national party vice chairman, said, "To be Democrat-light will not win us elections."
Both Villere and Barbour said fixing the party starts with softening the way that Republicans talk about hot-button issues and emphasizing economic and fiscal policy.
In Georgia, Everhart makes the conundrum clear. She says the party should emphasize the economy, but added: "I don't like to refer to `social issues' as much as I say that they're just my beliefs, and I'm going to talk about them," she said. "If you change your views for one group, you just lose another."
The one policy position where many Republicans are eager to give ground is immigration, where Senate Republicans are negotiating with Democrats on a comprehensive overhaul. Yet, they couch these policy shifts on immigration as more of a shift in message. Over the weekend, Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina went so far as to call Romney's arch-conservative position on immigration "impractical" and "offensive." He was referring specifically to Romney urging immigrants in the country illegally to "self-deport."
Perhaps the strongest call for policy shifts - as opposed to tweaking the message - comes from New England Republicans.
Snowe said that conservatives in Congress, she said, have gone from "original Republican principles (of) fiscal responsibility and economic opportunity" to "eviscerating government."
"That scares people," Snowe said.
Steve Duprey, a Republican National Committeeman from New Hampshire, said any meaningful shift on policy issues ultimately must come from Republican presidential candidates. Nominees always have that power, he said, noting that Romney's march to the right on immigration and other issues helped define the party in 2012.
Snowe agreed, but noted that Democrats' resurgence in 1992 came only after Clinton had spent years building a centrist anchor for the party through his Democratic Leadership Council.
Duprey offered one more ingredient: "It usually takes a few elections of losing before you figure out that singing to the choir isn't the way to grow a party."
THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. Check back soon for further information. AP's earlier story is below.
National Republican leaders made waves recently with a dim view of the party's future if it fails to expand its core support beyond white males and social conservatives.
But weeks after GOP Chairman Reince Priebus unveiled the "Growth and Opportunity Project" report, many party players maintain that the problem is more about communication than policy positions.
That distinction is at the crux of party soul-searching as the Republican National Committee convenes this week in Los Angeles for the first time since the report's release. And it's a discussion that won't end anytime soon as conservatives, moderates and pragmatists struggle for control of the GOP megaphone.


text:
Willie Hunter February 14, 2020 Agreement Letter
letter or letter of agreement is a contract between parties that have decided to come together for a purpose. come into a letter of agreement for a variety of purposes, , and purchase of and services, etc.. In an agreement letter, the parties agree upon certain terms and conditions, concerning , and opt to abide by it.
5. Acknowledgment of agreement - All of the party members must register the contract and receive it registered with the authority to make it a document. 6. Comprehensible - The agreement should be written in a language that is understood by all the parties to the agreement.
A mission is Of a person's rights or land to a other individual or company. It is of law that addresses transferring rights from one individual or party to . Your homework not just help you in completing your class a fantastic way to learn the course objectives for which you're pursuing a class. Ensure you have you're mindful of is written within the assignment and you've consulted with you rights using an attorney, prior to finalize the lease assignment.
Templates could be used for making CV, resume so as to apply for tasks. The that you may encounter though isn't knowing that the Excel templates supply you with a great solution . In the event you wish to download this template for your use which means that you only click button and create this template your requirement. This template is wholly free to utilize to get individual level purposes however you're not permitted to offer or distribute these templates for your advantage. For the this kind of template is wonderful usage he has contact just 1 contractor (within the of independent contractor agreement) and confuse with a great deal of number of doing lots of quantity of at the specific same moment. Our carefully structured sales arrangement template will be quite a great starting point for you very likely to compose a sales agreement.
Recent Post
Most Popular
Latest Review
Latest News
Recent Post
Terms of UsePrivacy PolicyCookie PolicyContactCopyrightAbout
© 2020 Credit-rapide-sans-justificatif. All rights reserved.


text:
GateHouse News Service National Budget
For 6/28-30/08 editions
Here are the top national stories coming today from GateHouse News Service. Stories are available at http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/. Please submit stories below no later than 6 pm local time, unless you have breaking news that is changing significantly.
Contacts: Jean Hodges, (630) 348-3350, (630) 956-8834, firstname.lastname@example.com
Michael Toeset, (630) 348-3356, (630) 835-8870, firstname.lastname@example.com
FOURTH OF JULY CONTENT: Check out content related to the Fourth of July, including columns, food features and more. We are adding to this file as content comes in.
SPECIAL WEB SITE: New England paper drives web content for big trial. Check it out on ghnewsroom.
LOOKING UP: It's worth staying up late for the stars and fireflies. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/lifestyle/columnists/x833721079/Looking-Up-Worth-staying-up-for-stars-fireflies
BOB SNELLER: The silly side of the creek. NEOSHO, Mo.
NATTY AND NICE: These shoes a perfect fit
WOOD ON WORDS: Barry's averse to flying in adverse weather. ... Well, not really - I'll admit it, I'm averse to flying in adverse weather conditions. Actually, I'm not fond of flying at all, but I wanted to illustrate the difference between "averse" and "adverse." ROCKFORD
WOMEN'S WORK: Breaking the glass ceiling in the surgical suite – They often are mistaken for nurses. Surgical patients make appointments with them to receive detailed explanations about opening the body and making life-changing repairs. Still, some are amazed to realize these women will be the ones holding the scalpel, directing the operating-room team and performing the surgery. SPRINGFIELD http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/regional_news/midwest/illinois/x415947464
DO NOTHING CLUB: Do Nothing Club has been doing nothing for more than 20 years - When the children were tucked in and the cat was fed, when the laundry was folded and the dishes put away, nine young mothers left their chores behind to do something they hadn't done all day long: nothing. ROCKFORD
CHOCOLATE OF THE SEA: Don't be too quick to turn your nose up at Chocolate Basil Shrimp. One taste and you might just find that it's pretty darned good. ROCKFORD
50 CENT'S JUST OK: 'T.O.S (Terminate on Sight)' by G-Unit sticks to theme. SUSSEX COUNTIAN
BANDS FIND WAY TO TOUR: Rock 'n' rolling on veggie oil? Bands know they still need to play live to gain traction, so they're cutting back on other expenses to keep rolling, even though fuel prices are high. CANANDAIGUA, N.Y.
KENT BUSH: Pushing the bounds of common sense – Climate change extremists need to gain credibility if they want people to listen.
KEVIN FRISCH: Photography is not without its negatives
CHARITA GOSHAY: AIDS is something we can't ignore.
DEIRDRE REILLY: Now that summer is in full swing, many of you may have chosen to go on vacation. But I will be doing exactly what our forefathers did when they had no budget and little time off: cleaning the attic. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/lifestyle/columnists/x1429066219/Deirdre-Reilly-Toys-in-the-attic#
EDITORIAL: Supreme Court finally defines Second Amendment - Talk about a landmark ruling. Thursday morning, the U.S. Supreme Court finally told us what the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution means. We'd only been waiting since 1791, for heaven's sake. ROCKFORD
DIRK HAYHURST: Bullpen Gospel, occasional column by minor league pitcher. CANTON
(for Sunday)
AROUND BASEBALL: Weekly column wrapping up the MLB. CANTON
(for Sunday)
POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Weekly political rail, with a look at Obama's iPod playlist, You Tell Us about the gun-control ruling, the latest presidential polls and more. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/news/politics_elections/x2113786613/Political-Notebook-Guess-who-s-on-Obama-s-iPod
THIS WEEK IN WEIRD: A compilation of weird news from GateHouse papers from the last week.
LEXINGTON REACTS TO MCCAIN'S PROJECT: Lexington reacts to McCain's 'Lexington Project' - Where Democrats outnumber Republicans 4-1.
MAN TURNS HIMSELF IN AFTER SEEING PIC ON WEB: Man turns himself in after seeing own photo on police Web site. BROCKTON, Mass.
PRISONERS TASTES FREEDOM: Chewing gum, cell phones, sunrises – In the hours after his release from prison, Alan Beaman drank water from a glass, chewed gum, used a knife to cut his steak dinner, talked on a cell phone and played with two dogs. The mundane details of everyday life stood out in the 35-year-old's mind as monumental Friday, his first day of freedom in 13 years. ROCKFORD http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/regional_news/midwest/illinois/x2113787222
LINCOLN IMAGES FOR SALE: Couple puts Lincoln images up for sale – The more than 150 images of Abraham Lincoln that collectors Jim and Carole Shay have displayed at the Springfield Art Association Gallery of Art include a portrait of the 16th president made up of text from the Gettysburg Address. For $286, someone else may own the Gettysburg portrait given the fact that the Shays are selling all the images in the exhibition, "The Many Faces of Abe: The Jim and Carole Shay Collection." SPRINGFIELD
BIZ BITS: Weekly business rail, with tips on how to overcome workday blues, a look at the Firefox 3 Web browser, why two grade-school girls are protesting gas prices and more. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/news/business/x833720045/Biz-Bits-How-to-get-rid-of-those-summertime-workday-blues
TALKING CARS: Faulty directionals. Q&A column on cars. PLYMOUTH, Mass.
CHECKOUT LANE: Gear up for mosquitoes with repellents. LEDGER
NEW PERKS AT WORK: Employers try to hang on to employees with new perks at work – Employers think outside the box for ways to show their appreciation ... and to retain their best and brightest. ROCKFORD http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/regional_news/midwest/illinois/x390620237
FINE ART STORAGE: Canton's Humboldt Storage finding niche with fine art buyers, sellers - When the company was asked to make a high-profile, cross-country delivery of a $135 million painting by Austrian artist Gustav Kilmt in 2006, Humboldt CEO Howard Goldman saw a prospective niche in storing, moving and managing fine art collections. Ledger, Bauer, on wire now
With photos
HARPOON'S NEW BEERS: Harpoon rolls out Leviathan series of beers - Harpoon's latest line of limited-release beers aim for full-bodied taste with heavy alcohol content. Ledger, Chesto, on wire now
National Budget for 6.28-30.08
GateHouse News Service National Budget


text:
The AAFP has put together a one-page checklist(1 page PDF) to help family physicians who treat Medicaid patients receive a higher payment rate as called for by a provision in the health care reform law designed to pay FPs and other primary care physicians at a rate at least equal to Medicare payment rates for 2013 and 2014.
The checklist will help family physicians self-attest for the program and is provided as part of an updated Web page on the Medicaid-Medicare parity provision. It lists eight steps in the attestation process and gives a brief description of each step to help family physicians meet the reporting requirements for attestation in their respective states.
To qualify for the higher payment rate, physicians trained in the specialty categories of family medicine, general internal medicine or pediatrics are required to self-attest that
- 60 percent of all Medicaid services they bill or provide in a managed care environment are for specified evaluation and management (E/M) codes or vaccine administration codes, or
- they are board-certified in one of the primary care specialties.
The increased payment, enacted as part of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, will bring Medicaid payment rates for certain primary care services at least in line with Medicare levels for 2013 and 2014. These services are defined as those billed using specific E/M codes, as well as some codes for vaccine administration.
The provision officially took effect on Jan. 1, but a combination of factors delayed actual implementation. However, states are responsible for paying physicians retroactively to Jan. 1 if those physicians attest to their eligibility for the increased payments by a certain date, which varies by state.
The checklist advises family physicians to check deadlines carefully, particularly as specific attestation deadlines vary from state to state. "Most states will have a deadline date by which you must attest in order to receive a retroactive parity payment from Jan. 1, 2013," the checklist says. "If you miss this date and submit a form after this deadline, most physicians will receive parity payment retroactive to the date of their attestation submission only. Check your state Medicaid website for this specific information."
In addition, the checklist urges family physicians to verify that their attestation form was received by the state and to check with the state on when to expect payment. The checklist also advises family physicians to monitor their payments after submitting the attestation form.
Related ANN Coverage
Lack of Information on Medicaid Parity Provision Prompts Query From AAFP
This page will be removed from your Favorites Links. Are you sure?


text:
Alright, someone pm'd me with a program that they want to speed up in java. I have no clue where to start because when I copy and paste the program it gives me an error that the SpikeLib package doesn't exist. i'm thinking he is in a class where they were able to download this package and I don't have access to it. Here is the program:
He wants it to run 50 times faster. Mooret, if you're out there, I've got the whole AO crew working on your prog, so it should be solved in not time.Code:import SpikeLib.*; import corejava.Console; public class SquareSpike { public static void main (String args []) { SpikeWindow window ; Spike mySpike ; mySpike = new Spike (); window = new SpikeWindow (); window.addSpike (mySpike); int sides; sides = Console.readInt("Enter Number Of Sides"); window.show(); for (int i = 0; i < sides; i++) { mySpike.moveEast(); } for (int i = 0; i < sides; i++) { mySpike.moveNorth(); } for (int i = 0; i < sides; i++) { mySpike.moveWest(); } for (int i = 0; i < sides; i++) { mySpike.moveSouth(); } } }
Thanks for the help.


text:
Longines Master Collection L2.7126.96.36.199
This Longines has undergone a thorough inspection of accuracy, functionality and condition at our Longines certified service centre to determine the level of reconditioning required to meet our strict standards. It has also been checked against our records to ensure authenticity.
Product Description
|Less than a year (2019)
Manufacturer warranty
|9 Months remaining
|Case size
|Case material
|Steel & Rose Gold
|Bracelet material
|Steel & Rose Gold
|Dial type
|Silver Diamond
|Water resistance
|30 metres
What our customers say
Very good service Richard Brickman is…
Very good service Richard Brickman is very good and always does his best to please. Nina Hilton
Well done Watchfinder- I will buy again
Fantastic , Purchased the Rolex Deepsea 116660 - 2011 arrived like brand new - serviced with stickers intact . From the initial outset Mr Tom Holland provided support , understanding and guidance mak...ing the transaction smooth and very professional . I thoroughly recommend , love the watch , delivery safe and secure . Well done Watchfinder -... read more
Very good service as promised
Very good service as promised
Excellent on line experience and comms
Excellent on line experience and fast and friendly communications. Transaction and delivery were perfect as well. The watch is as described and just what I wanted??
Very good service
Very good service Everyone I spoke to were very friendly and helpful Great service ????
Please fill in your details below and our team of experts will be in touch. If your enquiry is urgent, please contact us on 0844 247 8884.
Product Code: 135110
Longines Master Collection L2.7184.108.40.206
We have hand selected a network of authorised distributors who are as passionate about watches as we are. If you would like us to assist you in finding this watch please enter your details below.


text:
Search for products, methods, support...
All Instruments
Flexible power. Speed and simplicity for everyday genomics.
Kits & Reagents
These additional kits are most commonly purchased with the MiSeq Reagent v3 kits.
More Tools
Find the system that's right for your application needs
Software & Informatics Products
Simplify your bioinformatics with an economical and powerful computing environment to manage, analyze, and share data
All Services
Complimentary and secure instrument monitoring can help you avoid unplanned downtime
Popular Products
Assay targeting multiple variant types, including tumor mutational burden (TMB) and microsatellite instability (MSI)
Learn the basics of next-generation sequencing and find tips for getting started
All Techniques
All Technologies
All Training
Informatics Education
About Us
A snapshot of the company, its markets, its portfolio and more
Career Info
All Investor Information
Business Solutions
Legal Information
Resources for planning RNA-Seq experiments
All Support Tools
Product Support Services
Contact Info
How to calculate the right read length for your sequencing run
Cancer Genomics Products
Microbial Genomics Research
Microbial Genomics Products
Informatics Products
More News
Sequencing directly on a CMOS chip can reduce instrument cost and simplify NGS
Episode 46: How NGS can unravel interactions that regulate antibody response and autoimmunity
Complex Disease Research Products
AnchorDx to focus on early cancer detection and clinical management panels
Reproductive Health
Researchers at Newcastle University are looking into genetic factors of male infertility
Consortium aims to expand access to clinical whole-genome sequencing for genetic diseases
Assay targeting multiple variant types, including tumor mutational burden (TMB) and microsatellite instability (MSI), even from low-quality samples.
Perform transcriptome profiling for hundreds to tens of thousands of single cells in one experiment.
Scalable throughput and flexibility for virtually any genome, sequencing method, and scale of project.
A fast, integrated workflow for a wide range of applications, from human whole-genome sequencing to amplicons, plasmids, and microbial species.
For inquiries regarding careers at Illumina, please visit our careers site. Please note we are not able to accept resumes via email. For other general inquiries, please contact firstname.lastname@example.com.
This is the international website for Illumina. If you are looking for information specific to your region, please select your location and we will redirect you.


text:
- A Capella Mennonite
- A Capella Praise & Worship
- A Capella Southern Gospel
- Bluegrass
- Contemporary
- Country Gospel
- Praise & Worship
- Contemporary Music
- Gospel Music
- Inspirational Music
- Instrumental Music
- Local Music
- Praise & Worship
- Southern Gospel
- Adult Resources
- Children's Resources
- Church Ware
- Communion Supplies
- Robes and Apparel
- Sanctuary Resources
- Youth Resources
- Bestsellers
- Feature Showcase
- Meet the Authors
- Read A Chapter
- Listen to Music Samples
- Accompaniment Samples
- Just Released
- Sale Bestsellers
- Bargains
- Bible Study & Small Group
- Bulk Discounts on Books & Bibles
- Christian Book Award Nominees
- Dove Awards Winners
- Mother's Day
- Father's Day
- New & Bestselling Fiction
- Gifts for Her
- Gifts for Him
- Graduation Day
- Greeting Cards
- Lifeway Resources
- Resources for Love & Hope
- VeggieTales
- Wedding & Marriage
- Home
- My Cart (0)
- Order Tracking
- Contact Us
- Help
- Welcome Guest • Login
Read A Sample
A Girl's Guide to Making Really Good Choices
by Elizabeth George
Learn More | Meet Elizabeth George
You Have a Choice
Hi there! I'm your new friend, Elizabeth. And I am soooo excited to be talking with you about the many wonderful choices you get to make as a girl after God's own heart. I am really looking forward to being with you as you go through this important book that's just for you.
To help me illustrate some of the many choices you get to make, I will be sharing a few stories from the life of a girl your age named Megan. Her choices, both good and not so good, will give you and me lots to talk about.
But before we look at Megan's life and her choices, I want to talk to you for a moment. A great thing about being a girl your age is that you are now able to make some choices about yourself, your attitudes, your habits, your friends, and your hobbies and activities. You are in a fantastic stage of life where you can think, and study, and pray, and talk to others—all of which help you to make the choices God wants you to make about your time, your attitudes, and your activities.
Fun in God's Word!
As we begin putting together a guide for making really good choices, you already know that life is full of choices. In fact, you have made a choice to start reading this book! My prayer is that when you are finished, you will see how important your choices are, and how they affect your present daily life as well as your future.
Yes, life is full of choices. Right now there are a lot of people in your life—like your parents and teachers—who are making choices for you. For instance, you have no choice where you live, where you go to school, what you study, and maybe even when you have to go to bed. But whether others make them for you, or you make your own choices, it helps to know what is involved in making really good choices.
So let's see what God's Word, the Bible, says about choices. In each chapter, we will look at Bible verses and answer some questions about the important topic covered in the chapter. Our goal is to let God teach us about how to make really good choices. So go find your favorite pen or pencil and keep it handy for writing down your answers as you look at verses from the Bible. We are going to spell out C-H-O-I-C-E-S.
Choices deal with your heart. There are lots of choices that you and girls like Megan can and will make for yourself. They are choices that deal with your heart, which then affect your attitudes and finally your actions. What do these verses say about your heart attitude?
Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it (Proverbs 4:23).
God's command:
A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart (Luke 6:45).
What happens to the things you store up in your heart?
If the things are good...
If the things are evil...
There are lots of choices that are left up to you. Do you realize how many choices you make by yourself every day? Being kind to others, especially at home, is your choice. So is deciding whether or not to gossip about another girl. So is choosing to share your things with your brother or sister. And that's making me think of a great choice you could make to help your younger brother or sister get dressed, find their shoes, and get buckled up in the car. And how about the choice to obey Mom and Dad the first time they ask you to do something?
On and on goes the long list of choices you get to make all by yourself. So the issue is not whether you are "allowed" to make choices: You are already making choices, with or without your parents' input and approval. Wouldn't it be great to have a "guide" to help you know how to make the right choices? Not just good choices, or better choices, but the best choices? Read on!
Having a plan helps you make good choices. Your choices for today started with the plans you made yesterday. For example, today you need to decide to set your alarm clock so it goes off tomorrow morning. And today you have to decide when you need to get up tomorrow so you can set your alarm for that time.
Think about what's going on in your life tomorrow. Do you have a class report due? Is your flute lesson after school? Is tomorrow pizza day at school or do you need to take a lunch? And do you need to study for that big test that's coming up next week? And don't forget to ask Mom what else is happening tomorrow so you can add that into your plan.
The plans of the diligent lead to profit (Proverbs 21:5).
What does this bit of Bible wisdom teach you about the value of making plans?
Do you want tomorrow to be profitable? Do you want to be successful tomorrow? Are you tired of forgetting to do important things? Then let's work on your plan for tomorrow! List what you know is happening tomorrow so you can start thinking about the choices you will need to make today:
Order your choices with God in mind. I hope before you finish this book you realize how important it is to always be thinking about what God wants you to do. God wants to help you make the very best choices. Read on to discover how He helps you do this:
If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God...and it will be given to you (James 1:5).
According to this verse, what is the best way to get God's help and direction for the choices you must make?
What does God promise to do when you ask Him for wisdom regarding your choices?
Every day you have opportunities to make many, many choices. Don't forget to include God in them. When you must make a choice, whisper to God and ask for His help: "God, what is the right thing to do? What do You want me to do?"Influence affects choices. What do I mean by influence? When someone or something affects the choices you make, you are being influenced.
For example: Have you ever wanted a specific pair of shoes just because your best friend got that very same pair of shoes? Or, do you watch a certain TV show just because it's cool with the other girls at school? That's influence—your choices are shaped by what other people do.
This brings us to another fact about choices: Choices are never made without influence. You may not realize it, but you are constantly being influenced by other people and your feelings when you make your choices. Your family, your friends, and even your own fears and pride have a strong influence on what you choose to do or not do.
Therefore, it is important for you to have people around you who are a good influence on you. Here's what God says:
- Do not be misled: "Bad company corrupts good character" (1 Corinthians 15:33).
What happens when you are around the wrong kinds of people?
What kinds of people should you choose to spend your time with?
Here's something to think about: Do you influence others for good or bad?
Choices have one of two results. I'm sure you already know one thing about choices—they always have results. Sometimes those results are good...and sometimes they are not so good! For instance, if you choose to spend all your allowance on candy, then you won't have any money left when you see an awesome pen or bracelet or craft kit. Not having enough money for something useful and lasting—because you blew it on something you ate!—is a consequence of making a choice about the use of your money.
Let's meet one of the women in the Bible who made a choice that still influences us today. You probably already know quite a bit about this woman. Eve was the first woman, the first wife, the first mom...and the first person to sin. The result of her sin is what we now refer to as "the Fall." Here's what the Bible says happened. Get your pen handy and mark away!
- And the LORD God commanded the man, "You are free to eat from any tree in the garden" (Genesis 2:16).
What did God tell Adam and Eve they could do?
"...but you must not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, for when you eat from it you will certainly die" (Genesis 2:17).
What did God tell Adam and Eve not to do?
What reason did God give Adam and Eve?
When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and also desirable for gaining wisdom, she took some and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it (Genesis 3:6).
What did Eve do?
Why did Eve do this?
So the LORD God banished him [and Eve] from the Garden of Eden to work the ground from which he had been taken (Genesis 3:23).
List two results of Eve's wrong choice.
1. ________________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________________
Talk about consequences! Because of Eve's choice to disobey God's specific instructions, sin entered the perfect world God had created. Adam and Eve were sent out of the Garden of Eden and were separated from the presence of God.
Everyone's choices are different.
For example, Megan's friend Janice is allowed to make different choices than Megan is. Both of Janice's parents work and Janice is at home alone for some of each day. This gives her more responsibility and more choices than Megan has. This doesn't mean Janice's choices are right or wrong, but they are definitely different from the choices Megan gets to make.
I'm sure you know lots of girls whose parents see things differently from the way your parents do. But you cannot compare your range of choices with those of the other girls you know. However, we do know one thing that God says about the choices you should make when it comes to following the wishes of your parents:
Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right (Ephesians 6:1).
Who is it God wants you to obey?
The choices other girls are making should not be important to you. What other girls do or don't do is not your standard. Why? Because God has given you your parents—to guide you. Make this your principle: Your choices should come from standards set by God and the wishes of your parents.
Seeking advice helps you make better choices. Making really good choices requires you to ask for advice. The book of Proverbs repeatedly speaks about the foolishness of making choices without seeking the help of others. For instance,
- The way of fools seems right to them, but the wise listen to advice (Proverbs 12:15).
In this verse, what word is used to describe people who do not ask for advice?
Search Chapters:Browse More Chapters


text:
Hi Everybody!
Hi! Thanks for visit my page !
Here you will find mostly a large collection of Logo Template with many category. All the Logo templates here are very easy and fast to customize with great results, they really can save you lots of time and money!Feel free and enjoy to browse my portfolio and if you need any support, contact me or follow on envato to get update my new item.


text:
Talking About Food
It is difficult when you have limited food choices due to economic challenges but it's important to know that healthy choices are still possible. Talk to your child about what is happening and let him know that things will be OK. Don't forget to look after yourself, because when you make healthy choices, you become a role model for your child. Knowing you are not alone and reaching out for help provides your family with the support they need.
Back to Eating Well on a Budget >>
Explore the Tools in the Kit:Read quick facts, download resource guides, and more!
For Parents and Caregivers
Talk about Your Situation
If your child thinks that you are worried about having enough food, he may also become worried. Listening to your child's concerns about having enough food and talking openly about what is happening will reassure him and is a way to help your family find solutions together. Encourage your child to ask questions, and answer them as best you can. It's OK if you don't have all the answers. Make sure your child understands that you are doing everything you can to make sure that your family has enough food to stay healthy and strong. For more ideas about how to talk to your child about food, download the Food for Thought Caregiver Guide.
Be a Role Model
It's not only important to give your child the healthy foods he needs, but also to take care of yourself. Eating nutritious foods will keep your body healthy. You will also set a good example for your child, who takes cues from you on what and how to eat. Eat breakfast every day and have healthy meals together. Make healthy snacks that you and your child can enjoy together. Adding anytime foods such as fruits, vegetables, or low-fat cheese or yogurt to your meals and snacks will help give you the energy you need to stay focused all day.
Reach Out
It can be difficult to ask for help, but it is important to remember that you are not alone. There are many organizations and resources that can help your family find the food and support that you need. Some of the services that are available provide free access to food, nutrition education, and referrals to other support services. For information about food assistance, see the "Resources" section below.
- The National WIC Association(NWA) is 9 million WIC clients and 12,200 state and local service provider agencies offering nutritious foods, nutrition and breastfeeding education, and health and social service referrals to WIC mothers and young children. Visit www.nwica.org.
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the federal government's food stamp program. Visit www.fns.usda.gov/snap.
- Feeding America is the nation's largest domestic hunger-relief organization, with a network of food banks whose focus is to provide food assistance to those who need it. Visit www.feedingamerica.org.
- The Meals on Wheels Association of America's member programs feed those who are 60 years of age and older and those in need. MOWAA's vision is to end senior hunger by 2020. Visit www.mowaa.org.
- In the National School Lunch Program, children in grades K-12 can get free or lower-price lunches at school. Some schools also serve breakfast, after-school snacks, fresh fruits and vegetables, and summer meals. Ask someone at your child's school office to apply, or visit www.fns.usda.gov/cnd.


text:
Re: Life got you down? - Christianity
Posted: Fri Dec 11, 2009 12:39 pm
xfelix wrote:There is also alot of true wisdom in the Bible, if you ever crack it open and actually start reading it, the bible parallels alot with life today.
God r0x!!
Actually I think you should really sit down and read it all xfelix, there's nothing wrong with believing in some kind of god, I have thought of it at some times, a large amount of physicists do too, but the bible and ALL current religions are nothing but bad, you can hope to learn some kinds of morality from the bible, but unless you are going to follow the bible word for word (stoning homosexuals, etc) then you cannot believe in the christian god, it doesn't work like that...
The funny thing is, religion has probably kept us all from killing each other because of the morality it teaches, but that doesn't mean it's a good thing, it's a hack to stop bad people from doing bad things.
P.s Love the first post Goatboy, i lol'ed


text:
Click here to join Team Chicago Fire Foundation
The Chicago Fire Foundation has been selected into the 2010 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Charity Program as an associate level charity for the 2010 Bank of American Chicago Marathon. Open registration for 2010 Chicago Marathon has officially closed, however, individuals are still eligible to sign up for the Chicago Marathon on behalf of the Chicago Fire Foundation, the charitable arm of the Chicago Fire Soccer Club.
On Sunday, October 10, 2010 runners from all 50 states and more than 100 countries will set out to complete the 33rd edition of the 26.2 mile race that begins and ends in Chicago's historic Grant Park. The Chicago Fire Foundation will join more than 100 nonprofit organizations in an effort to raise funds in the name of charity. The funds raised during the 2010 Bank of American Chicago Marathon will help support the Chicago Fire Foundation's mission of enriching the quality of life of the Chicagoland community, particularly its youth and continuing to support organizations whose programs fall in the areas of health and wellness, education and the environment.
Running on behalf of a charitable cause offers participants a unique and rewarding experience in addition to the accomplishment of completing a marathon itself. In 2009, the hard work of the charities in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Charity Program resulted, in a record 8,500 runners registered as part of a charity team and collectively raised $10 million for 123 organizations around the world.
The Chicago Fire Foundation still has a limited number of race entries available for the sold out 2010 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Click here or call the Foundation at 708-496-6740 for more information on how to join Team Chicago Fire Foundation and obtain a guaranteed spot in the 2010 Chicago Marathon.