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Airbnb thrives internationally, surpasses 5m nights booked: infographic
Last year, Airbnb, a marketplace that lets individuals rent out their flats and houses to others in a peer-to-peer fashion, raised a staggering $112m in funding. It also found itself in a PR crisis after the apartment of one of its host's apartments was practically torn apart by a guest.
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Then Jack woke me at 7am (I think it was). Five hours of sleep is not condusive to productivity. Actually I felt pretty good this morning. I had the chance to go back to bed. Most mornings the kids get Jack up and get him breakfast. They've been doing that on their days off (and sometimes on school days) since he was like seven months old. But I decided I'm going to do burgers and stuff for Labor Day and knew I needed some stuff at the store.
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So, anyway, I'm sleepy. One 20oz bottle of Diet Coke isn't enough to keep me awake for the day, lol. I decided to just take it easy today so I'm typing up a story I wrote back in March (well, started in March, it's still unfinished). It was going well until lunch time when I had to eat and then go find the notebook I wrote the rest of it in. Now, as I'm typing I keep screwing up every other word. I miss letters, hit spaces in the wrong places and have to constantly go back and correct stupid mistakes. I get totally dyslexic when I'm tired. I think it's time to call it quits on that project until I can get some rest. No point in going cross-eyed typing when I'll have to go back and fix half the story later.
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"The mind of the subject will desperately struggle to create memories where none exist…" – R. Lutece 1889 (Barriers To Trans-Dimensional Travel)
As human beings we are very fond of trusting our instincts as well as our brain; feelings, needs and most of all, memories it creates. Untouched by the fact that our brain does just that, creates memories where none exist, and reconfigure those that do not fit into our internal narrative, we chooses to take these subliminal scenes as facts; as some kind of ultimate truth of our existence. Memories become the basis for histories, ideologies and self-deception while in fact, our brain recreates reality as soon as it registers it, and what we call memories are far from an archive of experienced facts; rather it is a vault of dreams associated with whatever the facts may have been; however true or not.
Thus there is little point in stating photography as being documentary in any way, even less to be the holder of any certain "facts". Photography is the lens through which we document ourreality and all the biases it contains, no matter if it's called fine art or forensic. Both can not only contain deliberately constructed lies if one so wish but can be biased in a number of unconscious ways since our recall of what happened in the image has already been deconstructed and reconfigured by our brain; the fickleness of memory.
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Macquarie Media's Full-Year Profit Jumps 24%
It's soon to become part of the Nine family, and Macquarie Media has put its best foot forward with some decent results for the last financial year.
Macquarie Media posted an underlying net profit after tax of $21.5 million for the 12 months to 30 June 2018 – up an impressive 24 per cent on FY17. The company's revenue was up four per cent to $136.3 million during the period.
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation grew 10 per cent in FY18 to $32.4 million, while Macquarie Media's operating costs rose 2.2 per cent to $103.9 million.
Macquarie Media chairman Russell Tate described the results as "solid".
"Our news-talk stations have continued their ratings dominance in Sydney (2GB) and Melbourne (3AW), and we have seen strong and sustained audience growth from 6PR in Perth and a healthy audience increase in the last survey of the year from 4BC in Brisbane.
"We have also seen in FY18 an exceptionally strong performance by our sales teams, who have achieved year-on-year revenue growth on our news-talk stations of 9.0 per cent compared to overall metropolitan market growth of 3.8 per cent.
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"This new format will take time to build audience and revenues, and we are hopeful that it will achieve break-even revenue levels during FY19, which will add a further four per cent to our total revenues," he said.
Tate added that he was excited about the prospect of Macquarie Media being in a position to work more closely with Nine if its proposed takeover of the radio network's biggest shareholder, Fairfax Media, is completed.
"Such a combination would in my view present opportunities for Macquarie to both deliver and benefit from significant synergies," he said.
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I'm currently 27 years old and I'm not yet a home owner. While some might consider it okay (including myself) I often debate whether I should be "throwing money down the drain" in rent or commit to buying a property. But wait there is a catch, I live in the greater New York City area. Not only are the real estate prices among the highest in the country, so are property taxes. Not many people take property taxes into consideration when purchasing a home but everyone should. This post will describe why accounting for property taxes from the get-go can not only help you take an extra vacation a year but also help you avoid having to sell your home when you retire due to your inability to afford it.
What are property taxes?
In the United States, most local governments (cities, counties or other municipalities) impose a tax on real estate which provides the majority of those localities revenue. This is often computed based on a fair market value which is determined by local officials. These monies are often used to fund local government services such as fire departments, police departments, and schools. While there is typically a correlation in paying higher taxes and getting better municipal services this is not always the case. Some geographies are disproportionately less advantageous to own property in.
Choosing where to buy matters, A LOT
When buying a house people consider things such as safety, quality of schools, and other amenities such as proximity to parks, beaches, commercial districts etc. Deciding on a home based on the property tax can help you save a substantial amount of money for retirement and help you stay there once you do. Let's start by comparing property taxes at the state level with an average home value of $100,000 to make our math simple:
The property tax can be deceiving when you first purchase a home because many owners are unaware of reassessments or the action taken to recalculate the taxable value of the home. Sometimes supplemental bills and significantly higher taxes in future years can make a difference between an affordable and a ballooning mortgage payment.
The table above outlines the stark difference in property prices at the state level within the United States, but keep in mind that this trend holds true within states and even within counties.
Researching property taxes
When getting close to your home ownership decision contact the local assessor's office to ensure you are not surprised by the future dues of your local taxes. You can supplement your research with tools like Zillow & Trulia which allow you to look at past tax assessments of the property, historical property value prices and trends in the property's prices.
In this visual, you can see how an increase in the price for this property over time will translate into increased property taxes due for the next owner.
While you may want to invest in a property that will rise in value, depending on your expected holding time for it and if you plan to retire in it, you should ensure you can afford the property taxes in the long term.
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Investing in real estate is one of the most important financial decisions people make and one that will have long-term implications for both your net-worth and your monthly budget. Make sure you consider property taxes in your decision]; this consideration can lead to a lot of savings and avoiding financial headaches.


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Mosport '66-67 All In One Update
Posted Apr 26 2015 - 07:58 PM
The graphics adders I use for Papy's Mosport just give me the look I want. That objects are invisible makes little difference. As I was the one to make them 'disappear' in the first place, I do readily recall where they are.
Posted May 03 2015 - 10:37 AM
Remember to re-read the post for new and important informations!!
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Posted May 03 2015 - 11:54 AM
Two question: Why did you remove sand along the track for 1967? From race video i think it still was there like in 1966.
What about 1969? Are you planning any update for this season?
Why just not move grandstand far below the track for 1966?
Posted May 03 2015 - 01:38 PM
Pavel, on May 03 2015 - 11:54 AM, said:
In 1967 there was almost no sand, compared to 1966
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Pavel, on May 03 2015 - 11:54 AM, said:
I might, if pictures were to be found. Currently I have almost none.
However, right now I plan to take a break from this too much time spent on the same work it's dangerous who knows what the future holds!
Pavel, on May 03 2015 - 11:54 AM, said:
Unfortunately it's no easy task. First, because I am terrible at working on tracks 3do. Second, because the track has three grandstands using the same directories. Two on the straight and one after the jump that leads to T9 I think. Modifying the two grandstands on the straight modifies also the other one which should be left as it is (I think, Manfred could be more precise here if also that one was actually there or not in 1966). We may "delete" all three, problem is I don't know how to do it I had my fair share of pulled hair working on these 3do
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leon_90, on May 03 2015 - 01:38 PM, said:
Just move position of two grandstands on the sraight. Don't touch others. Move them below the track. You never will see them from any TV cameras or from incar view.
Edited by Pavel, May 03 2015 - 02:07 PM.
Posted May 03 2015 - 02:14 PM
Pavel, on May 03 2015 - 02:00 PM, said:
mm, could be. Well fix is easy, if you prefer sand also for 1967 just copy all edgexx.mip files (there are six of them) from CanAm 1966 folder inside "Options" and overwrite over the main one inside Mosport
Posted May 04 2015 - 03:30 AM
Few pictures
Same place (turn 1) in 1969
Posted May 04 2015 - 04:21 AM
Attached Files
Posted May 04 2015 - 05:39 AM
Posted May 04 2015 - 07:45 AM
Thanks...hadn't run Mosport for awhile and you've made it a much more enjoyable.
Appreciate the effort.
Try to put hair back in...maybe super glue?
Edited by John Woods, May 04 2015 - 07:55 AM.
Posted May 04 2015 - 09:20 AM
mosport gstand out.zip 4.29K 33 downloads
Plug these mips into your mosport folder et voila, the grandstands, all gone.
Want 'em back? Kill off those mips or better yet... Use these...
mosport gstand in.zip 370.76K 32 downloads
No guarantees on what happens to your install. Sorry but I couldn't be bothered to eliminate the disembodied flagpoles at the top of the straight. You want to try? A 'blank' mip has been provided for you to fool about with 'em but you may kill off others elsewhere placed. Caution.
Keep in mind that these mips are appropriate only for pre-1967 Canadian GP.
Posted May 04 2015 - 09:31 AM
Manfred...Why get rid of the grandstands? It's a race.
Posted May 04 2015 - 09:44 AM
Pete Gaimari, on May 04 2015 - 09:31 AM, said:
Manfred...Why get rid of the grandstands? It's a race.
Thank you
Because in 1966 they were not been built yet. They were for the 1967 F1 GP This AiO is meant to work both for 1967 and also for the upcoming 1966 CanAm mod
John Woods, on May 04 2015 - 07:45 AM, said:
Try to put hair back in...maybe super glue?
Thanks nah, I think they are gone for good unfortunately
Posted May 04 2015 - 09:50 AM
The new 1967 folder should be coming soon
Posted May 04 2015 - 10:39 AM
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Posted May 04 2015 - 12:10 PM
Posted May 04 2015 - 12:14 PM
It appears that there was a large car park where the grandstands were later constructed... with room for crowds to watch the race at the fences.
As, for the additional bare poles.... those had very large Canadian flags that were not there, thus made invisible. The placement of these additional poles (the same 3D structure as those needed for telephone poles) must be in the mosport.3do file or trk file.
... as ginetto said.
Yup, these things are always difficult without a full team to do modifications.... and the 'proper' amount of time.
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Edited by gliebzeit, May 04 2015 - 12:43 PM.
Posted May 04 2015 - 02:46 PM
Posted May 05 2015 - 01:52 PM
I have prepared a new 1967 F1 optional folder which is meant to replace the old one, you can download it in first post here
basically it has sand edges and a new edgea.mip done by Gliebzeit I hope you enjoy
of course, since it is a separate download, you can always keep your old one if you prefer it
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Although itching and blistery feet may be a sign of Athlete's foot, those who have constant numbness or tingling in their feet may be suffering from a condition known as peripheral neuropathy. You can barely remember the last time you weren't bothered by foot pain. For most of us foot pain occurs at sometime in our life. Foot complaining of pain, too often? Foot pain around the ankle is quite common.
There is a nerve that runs close to this area and may contribute to the pain which occurs. Haglunds deformity is a bony growth on the back of the heel bone. It irritates the bursa and the skin behind the heel bone. It is commonly called a "pump bump." It develops when the back of your shoe repeatedly rubs against the back of the heel. This irritates the bursa and skin that is above the bone. It is caused by overuse during strenuous exercise, particularly running and high-impact aerobics. Overall, normally occurring flat feet in adults do not cause many functional problems. EBSCO Information Services is fully accredited by URAC URAC is an independent, nonprofit health care accrediting organization dedicated to promoting health care quality through accreditation, certification and commendation. Walking barefoot is often too painful.
Addressing your foot biomechanics can add yards to your game and make your golf outing much more enjoyable.
During the golf swing the body acts as a whip, power production starts with the feet pushing against the ground. Maintenance of proper foot alignment on the back swing is critical for control of the downswing and contact position. The front heel occasionally comes off the ground to promote a full shoulder turn. Golf should always be played from the insides of the feet.
As you can imagine, healthy feet are critical to a successful golf game.
Immobilization of the foot is always indicated and depending on the degree of pain and its location determines how much immobilization. Again, it's the same old problem with the foot; every time you take a step you are re-injuring an injured area and so foot problems tend to take longer to heal compared to other areas of the body. It is important to mention the other type of tendinopathy is tendinosis which is a chronic pain occurring in a tendon with no overt inflammation but degeneration of the tendon instead. Both conditions will yield pain but the treatments offered in the previous paragraphs will only be effective in tendonitis because they attempt to reduce inflammation. The top of the foot will be very tender, mildly swollen, and possibly slightly red.
I recently stopped wearing them for a few months, and the heel pain returned, so I'm ordering more for my shoes. When I initially put your inserts into my shoes, they felt a bit strange, especially in my arches. Shoes with high heels can create much trouble for your feet.
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Turmeric CBD Oil: Prepare for Cold Season + Boost Immunity
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Two weeks ago while my family slept, you crept onto our driveway and stole my car. I don't know how you did it, or why, but I have a few things I'd like to tell you.
First of all, you suck. My husband and I work hard for everything we have. We work hard to provide for our daughters and all the activities we (used to) drive to and from, everything we bought and brought home in that car.
Do you care about the family you stole from? Do you care that we are a family of four who love hockey, cottaging, ordering pizza, snuggling our pets and having dance parties? Does it matter to you that we donate and volunteer in our community? That we're kind to our neighbours and feed the ducks in our local pond? Probably not.
That car was part of our family. It saw us through many life changes. It delivered us home after "gotcha day" when we adopted our youngest daughter. It delivered us to the vet with our beloved dog wrapped in a towel for the last car ride of her life. I'll never forget rubbing her belly, stroking her ears and crying the whole way there. That car also brought our new puppy home four years ago, our kitten last fall and the school gekkos at Christmas. It's taken us to emergency rooms, parties, hockey games, dinners out, holidays, work, meetings and celebrations.
I have to admit, part of me thinks I had this coming, and I'll tell you why. Purchasing that car was a full on situation. My oldest daughter was five at the time and had only been part of our family for a year. She tended to develop very strong attachments to certain things, and to say she was horrified that we would callously exchange one car for the other is an understatement. After a meltdown in the crowded showroom I had to make up an elaborate story about how the old car was tired and needed to rest so it went to Cuba. (I don't know why Cuba. I was under stress). Yup, I lied through my teeth so I could get something shiny and blue with a panoramic sunroof. See what I mean about karma?
When you took it, that car was filled with pieces of our lives. This is what really bugs me because none of it was valuable, none of it will be useful to you.
That swim bag on the floor of the passenger seat? That's my oldest daughter's. She's a competitive diver and you stole all her bathing suits, her favourite towel and her hair dryer. The colouring books, dolls and booster seat in the back? Those belong to my youngest. She just turned six.
I've had some of those CDs for more than 15 years. They kept us rocking on long drives. That music is also how I connected to my girls and started conversations about boys.
"Honey, do you know what "We went streaking in the park, skinny dipping in the dark, then had a ménage a trois" actually means?"
Every mom knows that if you have something important to discuss with your kids you wait until they're strapped into the car. My kids put the captive in captive audience. That car was where we had some of our best talks. It was full of memories and yes, we probably would have traded it in for something new in the next couple of years but that was supposed to be our decision, not yours.
And because I'm 42 in age and 105 in spirit, I was also a big fan of audio books. There were two in the car you stole and the library would like them back. (Side note, do you know how hard it is to find a 2016 car with a CD player in it? Every dealer looked at me like I had dementia. Apparently they've been replaced by connectivity packages and docking stations and who the hell knows what else. I just want my CD player back.)
The roof rack and the satellite radio? My husband used those on his long drives to and from Prince Edward Island every summer. I'll never forget waiting to see that blue car come around the corner and the relief of knowing he'd arrived safely, that he was home.
The hot pink iPod and matching boxing gloves? Those were mine and I'm sure they look great on you. I hope you like hits of the 80s and stale sweat.
Here's what I can't figure out. Why would you want a seven-year old Volkswagen with a dented bumper, cracked windshield and horse stickers all over the back window? For parts? Joyriding? Because it was there? There are much nicer cars on our street, so why did you pick us? Were we somehow an easy target? I told my kids that the person who took our car probably didn't have much and felt they had no choice but to steal from us. If that's the case, you're welcome to it. As my six-year old says, "sharing is caring."
But I can't let you off the hook that easy because thanks to you my girls no longer feel entirely secure in their home. They want to know if you'll come back, what you might take next time and if you'll steal our new car too. They want to know why you did this, why it's okay for you to just take whatever you want without asking. We'd been having conversations about this very thing after mysterious objects started turning up in pockets and school bags. My husband and I were trying to teach them that you can't take other people's things without permission, then you came along and stole our car. So thanks for that.
As much as I love the new car that's sitting in my driveway now, I would still prefer to have my stuff, my old car, my peace of mind and my daughters' sense of security. They're more important to me than a shiny new ride, even if it does have a sunroof. And a CD player.
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Celebrate the Annual Atlanta Weekender Festival on Saturday
The 5th Annual Atlanta Weekender will take place September 1st, 2016 in Atlanta. Most events will be centered in the Edgewood Club District in Atlanta's Old 4th Ward Neighborhood. The festival will again be partnering with world-renowned venues The Sound Table and The Music Room Edgewood Club District Anchors for Atlanta Weekender branded events.
Although we provide the utmost luxury at 1105 Town Brookhaven Apartments in Atlanta, Georgia, we realize that you need to get out and socialize with those in your surrounding community. This event gives you the chance to do just that! Don't hesitate to attend today!
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Saturday, Sep 3, 2016, 10:00 PM
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Old Fourth Ward
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Screened in the lead-up to the 1999 World Cup final, this keenly-watched series explores the history of our most famous sports team. Episode one is framed around All Black encounters with England, Wales and Scotland. In these excerpts, Quinn tracks down 60s test prop 'Jazz' Muller (whose home is a shrine to touring days), explores prop Keith Murdoch's infamous 1972 tour expulsion; visits the marae of George Nepia, examines rugby's far-from-egalitarian status in England; and various All Blacks recall the rare shame of losing, amidst a history of victory.
This six-part All Blacks history showpiece series was commissioned by TVNZ in time for the lead-in to the 1999 Rugby World Cup. Broadcaster Keith Quinn and a six-person crew set off on "one of the most enjoyable and stimulating experiences" of Quinn's career. With Quinn as a genial guide (as both fan and expert), the episodes are framed around the All Blacks' great rivalries with Britain, South Africa, and Australia; the Rugby World Cup; All Black captains and coaches, and a fascinating episode dedicated to the shift to professionalism after the 1995 World Cup.
NZ On Screen's Top 10 most viewed titles of 2015 features two All Blacks, a pair of animated favourites, a number of guitars, the debut episode of Outrageous Fortune, and a documentary about moko. Check out the top 10 list below, and find out more about the top 10 here.
This collection celebrates rugby in New Zealand as it has been seen onscreen: from classic bios and tour docos, to social history, dramas and protest. In the accompanying backgrounders, broadcaster Keith Quinn looks at the on air history of rugby in NZ; and playwright David Geary asks if rugby is a religion, and argues it is a good test of character.
Based on the US show of the same name, This Is Your Life has been honouring famous Kiwis since 1984. This 1988 edition hosted by Bob Parker features Colin "Pinetree" Meads, whose All Black career spanned 15 years, 133 games and 55 test matches. New Zealand's "Rugby Player of the Century," remains modest throughout his tribute at the Avalon TV Centre, where guests include fellow All Black legends Brian Lochore, Kel Tremain and Wilson Whineray; and Irish referee Kevin Kelleher, who controversially ordered Meads off the field in Scotland in 1967.
Billy Taitoko James is a Kiwi entertainment legend. His iconic 'bro' giggle was infectious and his gags universally beloved. This collection celebrates his screen legacy, life and inimitable brand of comedy: from the skits (Te News, Turangi Vice), to the show-stealing cameos (The Tainuia Kid), and the stories behind the yellow towel and black singlet.
Mai Time was an influential magazine show for Māori youth, exploring te ao Māori and pop culture (it was one of the first shows to screen local hip-hop), with presenters speaking in te reo and English. This one hour final looks back over the 12 years of the show, beginning with a roll call of hosts: including Stacey Morrison (nee Daniels), Quinton Hita, and Teremoana Rapley. Current hosts Olly Coddington and Gabrielle Paringatai look at the show's impact and legacy, as well as Stacey's "mad facial expressions", Patara's Stubbies and Quinton's Peter Andre tribute.
Packed with creatures and landscapes that quite simply boggle the mind, the Nature Collection showcases New Zealand's impressive menagerie of nature and wildlife films. Many of the titles were made by powerhouse company NHNZ, which began around 1977 as the Natural History Unit, a small, southern outpost of state television. In this backgrounder, Peter Hayden — who had a hand in more than a few of these classic films — guides viewers through just what the Nature Collection has to offer.
This collection celebrates the legendary moments that New Zealanders — huddled around the telly — gawked at, chortled with, and choked on our Choysa over as they played out on our screens. "There's a generation who remember where they were when JFK was shot", but as Paul Casserly asks in his collection primer, "where were you when Thingee's eye popped out?"
It started with grunge and ended with Spice Girls; Di died, Clinton didn't inhale and the All Blacks were poisoned. On screen, Ice TV and Havoc were for the kids and a grown-up Kiwi cinema delivered a powerful triple punch. Tua's linguistic jab proved just as memorable, Tem got a geography lesson and Thingee's eye popped and reverberated around our living rooms.


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First we must establish the basics.
What is the Kingdom of Christ?
Does it really matter what I think the Kingdom of Christ is?
Not really. No matter what our thoughts are regarding it, Christ's Nation remains unchanged. We may prefer to think of it as democracy or an organization run by Santa Claus but that doesn't change it one smidgen. No matter how many books are written by worldly (the enemy) theologians and no matter how many false prophets arise; Truth remains. We must seek truth and align ourselves to it rather than try to align truth to us.
The truth of the Kingdom is especially important because you are either in it or against it. Jesus said and meant it, "No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon." Mat 6:24
Both Jesus and John the Baptist spoke much of the approaching Kingdom. In fact, it was the most spoken of topic of Jesus. (The second most discussed topic is money but that will be for a future blog.) Repeatedly Jesus declared that the "Kingdom of heaven is at hand." It was imminent; nearly upon their listeners. We know by some of the responses and behavior of the disciples and others that they were expecting a physical, earthly nation violently vanquishing their enemies. They were correct but their thinking was far too limited. While most Jews at the time of Christ were expecting a Savior to free their small nation from the tyranny of Rome, God was preparing a King that would free anyone who will across the entire globe from the tyranny of sin. While they were expecting to use swords and spears to conquer, God was establishing entirely new weapons and a new set of rules for engagement of the enemy that are far superior to any weapons of war that man can ever create. Perhaps our beliefs regarding the Nation of Christ are limited as well. Consider the following points:
- The Kingdom of God is a real physical nation.
- It is physical because you can see it and experience it.
- It has laws regarding physical life and conduct.
- It has an army of warriors.
- It has unimaginably powerful weapons.
- It has a righteous King.
- It has citizens who pledge total allegiance to the King.
- It has unlimited resources.
- It has a currency that can be seen and experienced.
- The Nation of Christ is in the world but not of this world.
- It is not a geographical location and knows no borders. (Future post on this regarding the present nation of Israel.)
- Citizens of Christ's Nation are strangers and pilgrims in this world. They reject the carnal things as "earthly, sensual, devilish." (James 3:15)
- Its weapons are not carnal. Any citizen who utilizes a carnal weapon even in self defense is in clear violation of the Laws of King Jesus.
- Its King is perfectly righteous unlike any earthly king or leader that ever existed or will exist.
- Its King's power extends far beyond the boundaries of the earth and will never fail.
- Its enemies are spiritual powers not people.
- Its currency (treasure) is beyond any earthly value and is never affected by calamities, wars, or decay.
- It is eternal.
- The Gospel (Good News) is a political statement and not a personal "get out of hell free" card.
- The Sermon on the Mount is an exposition of the Kingdom's laws and principles.
- King Jesus is the perfect example for His subjects to imitate. "I am the Way…" (John 14:6)
- He is the only Way so it behooves us to carefully study His life and Words and to live as He lived and taught. Living contrary to His Words and example indicates that we imposters. (Matthew 22:10-12)
- The Kingdom is inside its citizens but is visible as a distinct nation through the Church.
There are more points but I will keep blog posts from getting too long.
Jesus said that we are to seek His Kingdom first.
How much of your life revolved around King Jesus and His Kingdom this past week?


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Perfectly soft and fluffy Cinnamon Pancakes with Homemade Cinnamon Syrup is soon to be your new favorite breakfast recipe that will warm you from the inside out!
While I love Cinnamon Roll Pancakes I wanted to switch up the recipe and make a Cinnamon Syrup drizzle instead of the cream cheese glaze.
The results were smashing, in a very good way. Fluffy pancakes, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, drizzled with Cinnamon Syrup. BOOM! It's like eating a cinnamon infused cloud and that would be a dream come true.
These are so good, they deserved their own video:
How to make Cinnamon Pancakes
This recipe is my regular Fluffy Pancake Recipe but with added cinnamon and served with my homemade Cinnamon Syrup. Best part, you probably have all the ingredients in your pantry now!
Once you've assessed and measured everything; combine the dry ingredients in one large bowl. Make a well or "volcano" in the middle, add the eggs, melted butter, and milk. Whisk. BOOM! You're ready to cook. Bonus points if you had the pancake griddle heating.
Cinnamon Pancakes from Scratch
There is nothing like homemade pancakes from scratch and they're so easy to make. If you like to keep ready-made pancake mix on hand, you can double/triple the dry ingredient recipe, store it in a zip bag labeled with recipe directions and keep in the pantry.
How to make the Perfect Fluffy Cinnamon Pancake
There are two important steps to getting perfectly tall and fluffy pancakes!
Don't overmix the batter
Sometimes we can get a little stir-crazy when it comes to pancake batter but this shouldn't be the case. You do want to mix it until smooth but leave a few lumps. If you see bubbles in the batter, you are on your way to fluffy pancake heaven. If not, check your baking powder, it could be expired.
Which brings us to no.2!
Use baking powder
Baking powder is what causes pancakes to rise so make sure you are using fresh baking powder. Anything older than 6 months needs to be tossed!
Can you freeze Cinnamon Pancakes?
As with any of my pancake recipes, yes! After you finish doubling the batch, allow extra pancakes to cool down to room temperature before placing in a zip bag. Freeze for up to 3 months and reheat in the microwave for instant pancake access.
What to put on Cinnamon Pancakes
You could top a tall stack of Cinnamon Pancakes with chopped apples, sliced bananas, or peanut butter, but you'll most definitely NEED my Homemade Cinnamon Syrup.
You won't find it on grocery store shelves but this recipe takes less than 2 minutes and 2 ingredients to make and will last you for many batches of pancakes!
More Pancake Recipes
If your family is like mine and ga-ga for pancakes here are a few more recipes to feed the obsession:
Tell me, what are some of your favorite ways to use cinnamon in your recipes?
Cinnamon Pancakes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 pancakes 1x
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- In a large bowl, place flour, baking powder, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the milk, egg, butter, and vanilla. Mix until there are no visible lumps and the batter is smooth.
- In a large griddle over medium heat, melt some butter or oil. Pour 1/4 cup of batter and once it starts to bubble, flip and cook an additional minute on the other side.
- Cook remaining pancake batter and serve with butter and Cinnamon Syrup.
- Serving Size: 3 pancakes
- Calories: 327
- Fat: 11.8 g
- Carbohydrates: 46.1 g
- Fiber: 2.4 g
- Protein: 9.1 g


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Camila Cabello And Charli XCX Reputation Tour Setlists
July 17, 2018
Charli XCX and Camila Cabello are the two openers on Taylor Swift's reputation tour and we are SO excited. Here's what they played at a previous tour stops... maybe tonight's setlists will be similar!
- I Love It (Icona Pop cover)
- Break the Rules
- After the Afterparty
- Dirty Sexy Money (David Guetta & Afrojack cover)
- Focus
- 3AM (Pull Up)
- Unlock It
- Boys
- 5 in the Morning
- Fancy (Iggy Azalea cover)
- Boom Clap
- Never Be the Same
- She Loves Control
- Inside Out
- Bad Things
- Can't Help Falling in Love (Elvis Presley cover)
- Consequences
- In the Dark
- Into It
- Kiss / Into It
- Havana
And, of course, here is a sneak at Taylor Swift's setlist in case you want more spoilers...
- Bad Reputation (Joan Jett and the Blackhearts song)
- ...Ready for It?
- I Did Something Bad
- Gorgeous
- Style / Love Story / You Belong With Me
- Look What You Made Me Do (with Tiffany Haddish speech)
- End Game
- King of My Heart
- Delicate
- Shake It Off (with Charli XCX and Camila Cabello)
- Dancing With Our Hands Tied (Acoustic)
- Blank Space
- Dress
- Bad Blood / Should've Said No
- Don't Blame Me Play Video Long Live / New Year's Day
- Getaway Car
- Call It What You Want
- We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together / This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things


text: I have written up a whirlwind review of the material covered in Math 32B this quarter. It is available here. The review is not meant to be entirely comprehensive, but I think it covers the bulk of the computational material from the course. The review is longer than I was hoping (6 pages) but it is certainly more condensed than the text which will hopefully be appealing to some students. As usual, let me know in the comments if you find errors or if anything in the text is unclear. In the next couple days, I will write up some sample problems and solutions for the exam. So stay tuned.


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When you buy a car from 2CC this weekend using Finance Now Limited, you can enjoy $1,000 cash back!*
Terms and Confitions:
- This 2 Cheap Cars Limited (2CC) cashback promotion ("Promotion") runs from NZDT10.00AM Saturday 16 June 2018 to NZDT6.00PM Sunday 17 June 2018 (the "Promotional Period"), and applies exclusively to the purchase of vehicles from 2CC by 2CC customers ("2CC Customers") using finance obtained by the 2CC Customer from Finance Now Limited to purchase that vehicle (Qualifying Purchases).
- 2CC Customers who participate in this Promotion agree to be bound by these terms and conditions ("Terms and Conditions").
- This Promotion is not available in conjunction with any other promotions or other offers whatsoever and is only available to New Zealand residents who are over the age of 18.
- Each 2CC Customer who:
- during the Promotional Period, pays to 2CC the relevant vehicle deposit for a Qualifying Purchase and provides proof of that deposit payment to 2CC; and
- applies for, has approved and uses car vehicle finance of not less than NZD $3,000 over a finance term lasting three years or longer and which is arranged through Finance Now Limited to complete that Qualifying Purchase; and
- completes that Qualifying Purchase from 2CC either during the Promotional Period or within 10 working days following the expiry of the Promotional Period,
will be entitled to receive a cashback payment of NZD 1,000.00 per Qualifying Purchase (Cashback Payment), subject to these Terms and Conditions.
- 2CC will pay the Cashback Payment to the 2CC Customer within 60 days of receipt by 2CC of the total purchase price in respect of the Qualifying Purchase (including, but not limited to, payment by Finance Now Limited to 2CC of the relevant finance sum for the Qualifying Purchase).
- A transfer of a Cashback Payment will only be made to a valid New Zealand bank account operated by the 2CC Customer who is completing the Qualifying Purchase and who will be the legal owner of the vehicle. 2CC shall not be liable if a 2CC Customer provides an incorrect account number, name or other details which results in non-payment or non-receipt of a Cashback Payment.
- Only one Cashback Payment per Qualifying Purchase may be made.
- Each 2CC Customer agrees that:
- if they have obtained a Cashback Payment but then return any Qualifying Purchase, they will also return the Cashback Payment in full to 2CC; and
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- 2CC reserves the right to accept or reject any claim made pursuant to this Promotion in its sole and absolute discretion including without limitation, rejecting claims for a Cashback Payment that are incorrect or incomplete.
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- By participating in this Promotion, each 2CC Customer consents to 2CC using the relevant 2CC Customer's personal information to administer this Promotion including disclosing the 2CC Customer's personal information to organisations that assist 2CC with administering this Promotion (including, but not limited to, Finance Now Limited). 2CC Customers who participate in this Promotion also consent to 2CC using their personal information (for example, but without limitation, their phone number and email address) for future marketing purposes (whether by electronic or non-electronic means), unless the 2CC Customer advises 2CC otherwise in writing. 2CC Customers may access and correct any personal information held by 2CC, upon request to 2CC.
- 2CC may vary these Terms and Conditions at any time without notice.
- The promoter of the Promotion is 2 Cheap Cars Limited of 17 Levene Place, Mount Wellington, Auckland, 1060 / 0800 223 370.
- These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of New Zealand.


text: So I was sent a picture of this bike frame/fork, and asked to help identify it. At first glance my thoughts were industrial bike, like a summit, huskey, heavy duti, etc. But the Canti tabs and euro bb have me stumped. Based on the unicrown fork, and the cable guide for cantis, my guess is pre '96. Possibly late 80s. This is the only picture I have. Working on gettin more, and working on acquiring it, because, why not. Any guesses as to what it is? Any suggestions appreciated!


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Friday, November 21, 2008
To my new / old friend Robert over on facebook.
We went to school together a century ago. Literally. God bless you ,and your beautiful family. Son's and daughter's are wonderful ,aren't they?
- when they're not tearing your heart out that is.
I keep trying to remember our art teachers name. I have prayed for him many times. I never bought a year book because I was too anti-social. Now-God shows me a face,and I pray ,and then I say "um, God what was their name again, and God says's to me "YOU should have bought a yearbook like I told you." God is hilarious.
This video is "Dust in the wind" by "Kansas". 1978. We graduated in 1979. I cried most of graduation day because I had broke up with my husband (boyfriend at the time). He said that if we got married there would be no birth control. I said HUH? See ya.
I quickly understood that it would be better to marry a man that loves me and be poor, than to marry a rich guy that didn't.
6 comments:
- Adrienne said...
Speaking of Facebook - Did you disappear again or am I going all wonkers?
- November 21, 2008 at 5:23 PM
- Belinda said...
I can't believe that you read my blog. I read yours, and Your so intelligent. I am embarrassed for you to read my stuff.
You Catholics bloggers are smart. I'm a wanna-be Catholic, I don't think that I will ever be able to catch up with you folks, but I wont stop trying. :)
- November 21, 2008 at 7:58 PM
- Adrienne said...
A. I am not really all that intelligent but thanks for saying so...and
B. You are a very ingenious and original writer and ought to be thinking about a writing career.....and
C. You wouldn't think I was so smart if you could read my "novel" for National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). It's what the kids would call a "hot mess."
- November 21, 2008 at 8:52 PM
- Belinda said...
"Hot Mess" Groovy -like Paris H. or Lindsey L?
Now was that the sin of detraction? I seriously dont want to participate in sin, but I really don't understand that word even though I have googled it twice. :O
- November 21, 2008 at 9:31 PM
- Belinda said...
Hey!! Robert if your listening. I wanna tell you that God is knocking on your door. Please answer the door. It was no accident that you found me. I have been praying for you off and on many times. God is calling you to himself, and he has been for a while. Buddy -answer the door !!!
- November 21, 2008 at 9:36 PM
- Adrienne said...
I would'nt call what you said a "sin" --- Maybe more like "reporting the news."
- November 22, 2008 at 12:13 AM


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Elite Blog Academy is a comprehensive blogging course to launch your blog into a profitable business. Learn everything you need to know and get all your questions answered here before you buy Elite Blog Academy 2019.
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1. What is Elite Blog Academy 2019?
Elite Blog Academy* is a comprehensive blogging course that walks you step-by-step from finding an audience and writing stellar content that keeps readers coming back for more, to making money from your blog from multiple income streams, developing products, mastering email marketing and creating a vision for your business.
Module 1: Refine Your Message
In this module, Elite Blog Academy teaches how to refine your message so that you are reaching your people, the raving fans who need and want your content. The people you can truly help and motivate with your words. The people whose lives you want to make a difference in as soon as they come to your site.
Module 2: Grow Your Traffic
In this module, Ruth teaches how to grow your audience through email list building, SEO and social media. During this unit is where all the partner bonus courses unlocked which provided deeper learning on these topics so I could take the courses I needed more assistance in or wanted to pursue.
Module 3: Monetize Your Platform
In this module, Elite Blog Academy teaches you about how bloggers make money pursuing different revenue streams. This is where you identify which paths are right for you and how you can start earning money for your passions and efforts. Here is where you start earning a return from your time and money investment.
Module 4: Build Your Business
In this module, Elite Blog Academy teaches you how to set and achieve your big blogging goals and get the tools and plan in place to manage your business.
In my honest Elite Blog Academy review, I share what other bloggers won't tell you, including:
- What I learned in each module
- What was missing in each module
- My time to complete each module
- My best guess of how much time it might take a new blogger to complete each module
- The pros and cons of Elite Blog Academy
- If it's really worth it? And who it's best for.
2. What makes Elite Blog Academy different from other big blogging courses?
Founder of Elite Blog Academy and millionaire blogger and business owner, Ruth Soukup, really does simplify the complexities of blogging* and breaks it down into understandable videos, tips and templates you can implement and actionable assignments.
Ruth packs a ton of information and additional bonuses into the course each year. The bonus courses change yearly so that the content is fresh and with lifetime access, you get course updates and the new bonuses when updated too. You can see what's included in this year's course here when the info is released.
What I love about Ruth is her can do it attitude. She started her blog as an overwhelmed mom just like us and a goal to make enough income for her husband to quit the job he hated. She is relatable, kind and generous and her course largely relies on developing connections with readers which she's awesome at. The course is not overly technical, as Ruth tries to keep it simple and easy to understand.
With these big blogging courses, I really think it depends on what type of instructor you learn best from. If you like having a cheerleader and encourager in your corner, someone who lays things out in an organized and easy to follow step by step manner, then you will like Ruth and Elite Blog Academy. You can check out Ruth's video teaching style in her free webinars* and the way she breaks things down into actionable pieces in her free printables to get a glimpse of what style of teaching to expect in Elite Blog Academy*.
3. How do people make money from blogging?
There are various income streams to make money from blogging. Here are some ideas:
- Ad revenue from traffic to your blog
- Affiliate revenue from promoting products you love and use anyway
- Develop your own products to sell (physical, digital, ebooks)
- Provide services (virtual assistant, social media management, Pinterest management, bookkeeping)
- Work with brands
- Sponsored posts
- Private advertising
The first three are the revenue streams I have been working on for my blog because they allow me to be authentic and consistent with my goal and mission. Here is a post with my favorite free blogging printables to help you get started with making money on your blog.
4. What results can I expect from Elite Blog Academy 2019?
The results you get from Elite Blog Academy will depend on what you put into it. If you are inconsistent with your efforts, lose momentum or don't complete all the assignments, then you can't expect to be one of their amazing success stories*.
I included some of my accomplishments that I didn't think I could get in my honest Elite Blog Academy review post and my income, traffic and productivity results in my Elite Blog Academy results post (you can even download it to see exactly what I earned and tools, courses and resources I bought so you get the REAL cost of professional blogging).
But you have to understand that I don't blog about mainstream/popular topics like food, home/DIY, mom life or personal finance. And I have an autoimmune chronic illness that largely dictates the time and energy I can dedicate to my blog.
In 2018, you can see what happened when I lost sight of EBA and how that impacted my results. I feel like I was doing great with EBA (that increase in income from 2016 to 2017 when I focused on EBA was amazing). Then I lost momentum at the making money units which needed more time and energy to complete but are the foundation for the business I am building. I lost my courage and let fear creep in. Once I overcame that, in September 2018, I've been seeing great growth again.
Still, EBA gave me the motivation and tools I need to fuel my passion to pursue this work from home dream. As I wrote, If You Give A Blogger EBA…You Never Know What Crazy Amazing Things Will Happen.
5. When is Elite Blog Academy 2019 for sale?
Elite Blog Academy is typically only on sale to the public once a year. Elite Blog Academy 2019 is going on sale Monday, March 4th,2019 at 7:00 am EST and runs until Friday, March 8th, 2019 @ 11:59pm PST.
Your best thing to do is to get on the EBA Waitlist, that way you are notified of special deals, know exactly when the free webinars are and when the sale officially begins. Once in awhile, they provide deals only to those on the waitlist, so you really want to get on it! Sign up for the waitlist here*.
6. How much does Elite Blog Academy 2019 cost?
This year Elite Blog Academy 2019* costs $997, it is a SERIOUS investment. The price has increased with each new update of videos, content and partner bonuses and now it's almost double the price of when I bought it in 2016.
Here are things you need to consider before you buy:
- Can I afford the CASH cost either paying it all up front or through the payment plan? Do not start your business off in debt. If you don't have the cash, wait and save up for it. Sign up for the waiting list* in case it goes on sale before 2020.
- Can I dedicate the TIME needed to complete EBA and do it well? I've given you my time estimates but can you fit dedicated time to EBA into your schedule and stay motivated to work on it until it's done?
- If you have a live blog already, how can you carve time out to both keep your current blog running AND work on EBA?
- How will the additional time for EBA affect your work and FAMILY life? Make sure you set boundaries and schedules so it doesn't negatively impact your work or family. Make sure your family supports your investment decision. Seek help for things that others can help you with.
7. Will I need to buy other tools and courses to supplement EBA?
Additional costs you might incur depending on what you already have. However, the following are costs to build a profitable blog whether you purchase EBA or not:
- Hosting and domain name for a self hosted blog- I recommend New Blog Hosting* $45/year
- A professional theme or custom design – I recommend Hello You Designs themes* approximately $65
- Email marketing service – I recommend Mailerlite*, it's free to 1,000 subscribers, has tagging capability like Convertkit and is $84/year for my current list of 2,500 subscribers.
- (optional) Tailwind pin scheduling – I think it's totally worth it – get a free month trial here*
- Shopify or Sendowl – if you are selling your own products on your site – I haven't done this yet so can't give a recommendation either way but I know the cost to deliver products is coming.
- Canva for photo editing (free)
Other tools help you be more efficient because we can't possibly do all the things and do them well. They cost money but save you time to work on other ideas that have potential to earn you more money.
EBA comes with bonus courses to help you dive deeper into particular topics. Whether you NEED additional tools or courses will depend on the direction you want to go with your blog and what area you want to become an expert in.
You can see exactly what I spent my money on, and whether I recommend it so you can make wise investment choices and not waste your money like I did because of FOMO. Stay focused on your goals, eye on the prize, friends!
8. Are there any Elite Blog Academy coupon codes or discounts?
Elite Blog Academy coupon codes are rarely available to the public. Sometimes discounts are offered exclusively to those on the EBA waitlist*, so sign up to get notified if you are interested.
They usually have Early Bird Specials the first couple days of the sale (this year it starts on Mar. 4, 2019) that include more exclusive bonuses so it pays to order early and also offer some great incentives when you sign up and attend one of their free video training series* or free Passion to Profit LIVE webinar* with Ruth so you can ask questions directly.
9. Does Elite Blog Academy come with a money-back guarantee?
Yes! Currently there is a 365-day refund policy which is awesome! You must show proof of completion. The refund period used to be only 180 days which is really tight in my opinion to get everything done. Now you have a full year and that is totally doable!
10. Who is Elite Blog Academy best for?
- Beginner bloggers who are serious about turning their blog into a business
- Intermediate bloggers who have a blog but want to start monetizing and growing their platform into a business
- Bloggers who are passionate about writing, their blog and the people they serve
- Bloggers who are highly self-motivated and committed to getting the work done and seeing the course to completion
- Bloggers who need step-by-step assistance and foundation in all aspects of blogging from content to marketing to creating a business you are proud of
- Overwhelmed bloggers who want someone to simplify blogging for you
11. How can I decide if Elite Blog Academy is right for me and my blog?
One factor to decide if EBA is right for you and your blog is to figure out if you like Ruth's teaching style. I really recommend looking at her free printables and signing up for her live webinar* to experience her teaching style and figure out if you think you can learn from her.
I know Elite Blog Academy is a significant investment and it is not a decision to take lightly. I created this EBA Investment Decision Matrix to provide you with a more objective way to decide whether Elite Blog Academy is right for you. When you subscribe to my newsletter , you can download my FREE EBA Investment Decision Matrix. Fill it out and email me with any questions so I can help you decide if it's right for your situation. You can easily adapt this file for any investment decision you need to make.
want you to be satisfied and as excited about your decision to purchase as I was, I DON'T want you to feel you wasted your money and I will give you my honest opinion, even if it means EBA is not right for you.
12. How much time will it take to complete Elite Blog Academy? How can I make sure to get all the lessons completed?
You can see my estimated time to complete each module of Elite Blog Academy here.
I do recommend setting realistic goals that you can incorporate into your schedule and getting a good planner to keep you on track. Here are my recommendations:
- My free blog planner will help you keep track of your blogging stats, notes and progress.
- Pick your perfect life planner from my planner comparison so you can incorporate your blog tasks into your schedule. I currently use a Simplified Planner and Powersheets goal planner.
- Read the 12 Week Year* by Brian Moran and break EBA down into 12 week goals. I think the Best Self Journal* or Erin Condren Goal Setting Journal* are perfect tools to implement 12 week year goals and tactics.
13. Is Elite Blog Academy 2019 Worth It?
Yes, if:
- You are committed to doing all the work (2018 version had 24 videos and 36 assignments)
- You are serious about making an income from your blog and turning it into a business
- You are passionate about writing, your blog and the people you serve
- You need the step-by-step assistance and foundation in all aspects of blogging from content to marketing to creating a business you are proud of
- You want someone to simplify blogging for you
No, if:
- You don't have the cash to pay for it up front or on the payment plan
- You don't have the time to commit to it
- You aren't sure if blogging is right for you
- You need detailed, technical or focused help in only one or two areas
Still have more questions? Check out more Elite Blog Academy FAQs here.
14. What should I do if I can't afford Elite Blog Academy right now?
Sign up for her free blogging printables and get on the EBA waitlist* because her newsletter is a wealth of blogging tips and shows you how to develop those important relationships with readers to turn them into raving fans.
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I hope this has helped you learn everything you need to know before you buy Elite Blog Academy 2019 because it's on sale NOW!
The Most Comprehensive Blogging Course You'll Ever Need for Your Business, Elite Blog Academy, is on sale now until March 9, 2019! Get all the info here:
This year Elite Blog Academy* is on sale Monday, Mar. 4th, 2019 at 7am EST to Friday Mar. 8th, 2019 at 11:59pm PST for $997 (a payment plan option is available). Elite Blog Academy is the most comprehensive blogging course that sets the foundation for turning your blog into a thriving business. Millionaire founder Ruth Soukup knew nothing about blogging when she started and turned her blog into a raging success, started her own Living Well Planner, wrote multiple New York Times bestselling books and now runs the Do It Scared podcast.
Ruth has done the hard work, paid for the expensive courses and passes along all that knowledge to us in Elite Blog Academy* . Not only that, she breaks down complicated topics and overwhelming amounts of information into a truly simple framework where she eliminates the unessential and gives you the exact formula you need to succeed.
You can see my Elite Blog Academy results and download my exact, real income, expense, traffic and productivity report to see how the amazing results I experienced when I focused on EBA and how my results tanked when I got distracted and let fear in.
What You Get in Elite Blog Academy:
- The EBA course includes 16 videos (the 8 instructional videos also include transcripts) and 36 actionable assignments that will set the foundation for your blog and future business
- The videos and assignments walk you through:
- Refining your message so that your writing has crystal clear focus and your ideal readers understands what you are all about
- Grow Your Traffic so your blog gets noticed and you attract the audience you want
- Monetize Your Platform so you can start earning money for your hard work using methods that give you most income for your invested time
- Build Your Business so you can grow you income and readership even further and achieve the life you dreamed of with something you enjoy!
- Lifetime access. This means you get any future updates for the lifetime of the EBA course.
- 100% money back guarantee within 365 days if you show proof that you completed all the assignments and are still not satisfied.
- LOTS of bonuses which are additional courses, expert Q&A videos and tools to help you dive deeper into a particular topic.
Early Bird Bonus!
If you buy Elite Blog Academy* before March 5, 2019 at 11:59pm PST, you will also get the Social Boom course which is an amazing crash course in Social Media.
Altogether you get $3,288 of resources for $997, that's 70% off the price if you bought these resources individually. That's an amazing deal!
The Bottom Line…Is EBA Really Worth it?
Yes, if:
- You are committed to doing ALL the work (yes, even the ones that scare you)
- You are serious about making an income from your blog and turning it into a business
- You are passionate about writing, your blog and the people you serve
- You need the step-by-step assistance and foundation in all aspects of blogging from content to marketing to creating a business you are proud of
- You want someone to simplify blogging for you
No, if:
- You don't have the cash to pay for it up front or on the payment plan
- You don't have the time to commit to it
- You aren't sure if blogging is right for you
- You need detailed, technical or focused help in only one or two areas
- You don't like to write
Get Notified when Elite Blog Academy goes on sale again here!
You're ready, you're excited, you want to achieve your dream life doing something you LOVE.
As my littlest son says when he's super pumped, "Let's Get It!" Get on the Elite Blog Academy waitlist here* and get the latest news for when Elite Blog Academy goes on sale and special deals and sales for subscribers!
In the meantime….
I understand that $997 is a SERIOUS and HUGE investment, I really do. I'm a CPA who is a SAHM with a kid going to college this fall. I don't take this kind of money lightly.
So here is what I recommend you do next:
- Grab some of Elite Blog Academy's free blogging printables to help you make money. This will show you how Ruth breaks down complicated concepts into simple, actionable pieces and a taste of what the workbooks and assignments in Elite Blog Academy will look like.
- Check out my EBA results and free EBA investment decision matrix as a small niche blogger who isn't earning 6 figures yet. This report will be updated monthly so you can see my progress.
- Check out these amazing success stories* for inspiration and see if you can dare to dream that big. I still do!
- Download my free EBA investment decision matrix to help you decide if EBA is a wise business for you and your blog so you're ready when EBA opens it's doors again.
- Send me an email at tanya{at}momssmallvictories{dot}com and ask me anything about EBA. I will give you my 100% honest opinion even if that means EBA is not right for you. I want you to be as happy with your purchase as I have been with mine!
If you need more help, download my income, traffic and productivity report since enrolling in EBA and/or my EBA investment decision matrix and feel free to email me at tanya{at}momssmallvictories{dot}com. I'll be glad to help talk you through and assist you in making a decision that is best for you and your blog (even if that is NOT EBA). Elite Blog Academy can be a life changing investment for some bloggers, let's figure out if it is for you!


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"We discard a whole generation to maintain an economic system that no longer endures, a system that to survive has to make war, as the big empires have always done," he said. Pope Francis
I imagine the Curia, and College of Cardinals, the "Princes" of the Catholic Church are taking turns bending over and having a fellow "prince" kick them in the rear for electing Pope Francis – he's causing a stir both within the Vatican and globally.
Talk about a dark horse candidate coming out of nowhere who now seems intent on kicking ass and taking names – a course shaking the very foundations of Catholicism, and inspite of all the grievances the nations can lay at the Churches door I give him credit for an effort that may be too little too late.
I've often wondered if a title like "prince" can be bestowed upon men in funny hats why hasn't a single nun ever been referred to as a "princess"? Not that I believe in royalty of any kind.
Oh yeah, almost forgot, women within the church are supposed to be "humble" and restrict themselves to a "service" mode.
A humility and service those with "authority" over them from lowly parish priest to some who have worn "the shoes of the fisherman" interpreted to include abject submissiveness and sexual favors at times.
Something you won't find in the Apostles Creed or dogma, but then there historically have been many things not to be found in their teachings or bible as it hasn't been until recently they were keen on the idea of people actually reading the bible or asking questions.
Nuns are said to be the brides of Jesus, married to him, even wear a wedding band- priests and the hierarchy portray themselves as a stand in for Jesus, some apparently seek to capitalize on that and claim their brides.
All the hypocrisy gave rise to Martin Luther and the reformation movement.
The church is very much a corporate entity with great wealth, it's fingers in a multitude of global pies – they even have their own bank.
Forgiveness and access to heaven are the product they market by hook or by crook. Need a Mass said? Put your request on the list and add a few dollars.
Need to be absolved for something big? Purchase a "special dispensation".
Yup, the doors to Heaven are open for all those willing to humble themselves to a mere man while sitting in the confines of a coffin like box asking for forgiveness or willing to pony up some money.
I doubt this current pope will do away with such practices, but perhaps he can force the snake to shed enough skin to make a meaningful difference.
The "big empires" and war, ain't it the truth……though the pope failed to include the empire of the Church that has waged notable wars of it's own, and not without an eye to their own economic system.


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So who's ready for a vacation? Well me… always. As I write this the eve before the impending Groundhog's Day blizzard of 2016, I can't help but dream of warmer temperatures and leaving Wisconsin for a bit. Until that happens though, it's time to relive a trip of the past!
It was about 5 years ago that my father made it known that a trip to Oktoberfest in Munich was on his life "bucket list". After kicking the idea around for a bit, saving up some funds and reaffirming that we love beer, Kevin and I told them we were in and the trip was set for September 2015. It was also decided that while over there we would check out Prague and Berlin, two cities that I knew virtually nothing about but were close by and had lots of good reviews!
After a hectic 12ish hours of travel with an almost missed international flight, we made it to Prague! For this trip, we had decided to give Air B&B a try for the first time and definitely found success. We wound up with a cute little flat near the city center for half the price of hotels in the area. Our first order of business (as always) was to find a drink! At the local pub is where we made our first discovery of Czech's liquid gold, Pilsner Urquell.
Side note: My maiden name is Brunnquell, so naturally my parents and I were quite excited by this discovery. Little did we know that upon return to the U.S., Pilsner Urquell is actually already EVERYWHERE. Apparently we were just ignorant.
The next day we opted for a full day walking tour to stretch our legs and take in the sights. Prague is one of the most beautiful cities I have ever been to, with castles, churches and bridges galore. The streets are all cobblestone and there are multiple open squares, the main one simply known as "Old Town Square" and containing a working astronomical clock over 600 years old. After the tour wrapped up, we also found a high-end cigar bar (Týnská Bar and Books) that had been recommended by a friend, and chose to wind down there with cocktails in hand.
After a quick three days it was time for the bus to Munich and starting the adventure we had really come here to experience. While researching Oktoberfest, it had been decided early on that we wanted to do it fully as part of a tour group. Never having been before and knowing the scale of the event, the thought of planning things entirely on our own was a bit intimidating. I'll always be the first one to admit that it's best to leave unknown details to the experts! There are a lot of ways to do Oktoberfest, from pretty elaborate to quite simple, and we finally settled on a two day plan with the Thirsty Swagman tour company.
How do you begin to describe a place as iconic as THE Oktoberfest? Well, it's exactly what you would expect it to be. Picture typical festival grounds, like state fair or Summerfest. Gates are open freely and anyone can walk in and out. There's a main drag down the center with food, souvenirs, etc. and then giant beer "tents" linings the sides. When I say tents I really mean giant semi-permanent structures, each dedicated to a German beer giant such as Hofbräuhaus München and Paulaner (which happened to be the two we went to).
These tents can get CRAZY. Our first day we were literally packed in, side by side, back to back with one another. Beer maids impressively bring over 10+ beers at a time and disperse them to the tables with no problem. There are people of all nationalities coming together, conversing and singing (Ein Prosit!), while great music is being played. Multiple times we listed to Beer Barrel Polka and Roll Out the Barrel. I enjoyed brats, pretzels and pickles with thousands. Wisconsin isn't weird you guys! There really are other places just like us! Drunken Sarah never felt so connected to her heritage as she did in that two-day span. We even went all out and dressed up in lederhosen and dirndls, probably the most expensive purchase of the trip but well worth it.
After two long, but fun, days, it was time to continue moving along. We packed up and headed up north to Berlin, the capital of Germany and also another underrated city. After opting for another day-long walking tour, we discovered just how much history really is involved in this city and much recovery is still truly happening from the events of the 1900s. There are still bullet holes in buildings from WW2. There are still pieces of the Berlin Wall standing. There is the beautiful and haunting Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. All of this is still intertwined with a present day bustling city with one of the largest train stations in Europe and a great night life to boot. All of this is situated along the Spree River, which we took a river cruise along our final evening. Simply beautiful.
What a trip! This experience definitely made me want to explore Eastern Europe much further including Hungary, Poland and the like. There will always be more to do, so I guess I'll just need to start planning my next adventure soon!


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Summer Flowers in 2016 SIT
Last year, I was a staff who only needed to do my own work. As a vice organizer this year, however, I need to make sure everything is well planned and ready to be put into action. To my happiness, I have the most capable chief organizer, Eris Chao, who is responsible and adaptable. Many thanks to all the contribution from the staff to the SIT.
Personally speaking, I would like to share some details about how to build the cohesion quickly and how staff should work. According to the Dale Tip from the Dale Carnegie Training—— "Remember that a person's name is to that person the sweetest and most important sound in any language." Therefore, at the first meeting, we let people tell their names through impressive ways (pun or story). The strategy made the following cooperation work goes fast and smoothly. About how staff should work, during the long preparation of SIT, I observed that some of the staff who initially were not completed aware of their full influence and potential, thus I told them that they have rights to design and make adjustments on the projects. In the end, they executed their projects wonderfully——As a staff, who needs to be concise and have full understanding well in his/her hand about assigned projects and posts.
As a vice organizer this year, I've learned not only how to manage and communicate with people vertically to optimize the working efficiency through encouragement and giving advices, but also how to work horizontally with my partner, Eris. Working with Eris, we cleared the ultimate goal and assignment to resolve over allocation, in this situation, we cooperated smoothly and nicely.
SIT gave me an amazing opportunity to work with people coming from different departments. Each of them has different specialties: photography, designing gifts and cards, writing formal letters, recording nice minutes for meetings and good managing skills. But as Eris said "The awesome work done by the staff can't be completed without the fellows. They embraced all the
imperfection." which made 2016 SIT harmonious.
Last but not least, I appreciate everything from Ministry of Science and Technology, National Tsing Hua University and National Science Foundation etc. According to the quote "Let life be beautiful like summer flowers." by Tagore. SIT makes us to be the "summer flowers", for where bloom so does hope.
Aaron Liu