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Residential radon mitigation is a procedure that is conducted in many residential and commercial areas in Middletown Delaware. Radon testing should be performed by a professional testing company to determine your indoor radon levels in the air that enters your house. A radon test is quite necessary so, that you can address any air quality issues and ensure that the right actions are taken to secure the health of you and your families health by reducing toxic radon levels in your home in Middletown Delaware. It may even be necessary to install radon detectors in your house so that the levels can be observed and maintained at the lowest levels possible over time. Any amount of radon gas is toxic and will affect the health of you and your loved ones.
All residential homes in Middletown Delaware, have some level of radon inside the home and radon gas levels fluctuate over time due to circumstances outside of your control such as weather, seasons, the amount of uranium in ground around your surroundings, as well as the rate of decay in which that uranium breaks down and radon is released into your air . If, your home or residence in Middletown Delaware, is tested at unsafe radon levels then it will be imperative to have a radon mitigation professional asses your home and ultimately address radon reduction methods to ensure everything is under control and the optimal air quality conditions are maintained. There is a certain level of concentration that is suitable for breathing established by the EPA EPA Radon Safe Levelsand the World Health Organization World Health Organization Safe Level. Efforts must be taken to ensure the conditions are established.
Radon reduction through radon mitigation is the best measure taken to ensure the conditions in your home are addressed, and your indoor radon levels are reduced to an acceptable level. Radon systems in Middletown Delaware can be installed by a radon mitigation professional to ensure your indoor levels are achieved. Residential radon mitigation protects you and your family from suffering adverse affects due to over exposure of dangerous levels of radon gas in Middletown Delaware.
Breathing air in Middletown Delaware, everyday is so, regular to our everyday lives that sometimes we can take it for granted. Other times we can completely forget to check the quality of our air just as we would water, food, car, house etc. Air quality in Middletown Delaware is just as important of these if, not the most important. Radon is usually the number one culprit of unhealthy air inhalation. This is why radon mitigation was developed and should be considered by every head of a household or in a commercial setting.
High radon levels in Middletown Delaware can cause a variety of significant health problems due to over exposure of radon gas. To begin with radon inhalation is not healthy by any means and it has been proved to cause lung cancer. Persistent coughing and trouble breathing are common symptoms of radon over exposure over time. For a commercial setting, high radon gas environment may mean that you, your employees, and your clientele are at risk to dangerous levels of radon gas. Make sure your home and business in Middletown Delaware are safe today with a recommended radon test.
A high quality radon test should be done in Middletown Delaware, for your commercial setting as soon as possible to assure you don't need to address any radon issues. Commercial radon mitigation will provide a good healthy environment for you and your employees. Not only is it healthy to test for radon it's financially wise if you ever want to ensure your business health and longevity. Many people who never we're informed about the consequences of high radon levels and the health affects quickly change their approach on the matter. Radon testing in Middletown Delaware is not just important for you and your family but also your workers, yourself, and your business.
Middletown Delaware real estate radon mitigation should be of concern to real estate developers and real estate professionals in all areas nationwide. Real Estate radon mitigation can be achieved through proper ventilation plans of buildings to reduce concentration of radon in the air and to ultimately address any indoor radon levels. Most real estate developers are urged by key industry players, from the state to home buyers, to incorporate radon mitigation systems in their development plans and in some states may even be mandatory. This includes inspecting for radon levels in areas. Radon can be managed through radon mitigation practices and through radon testing and monitoring in Middletown Delaware.
Radon gas is radioactive gas that emanates from the breakdown of uranium in soil into the natural air of the environment. The gas is common in many buildings around the United States and mostly finds its way up into the air from the ground through holes and cracks in the foundation of a building. The gas has been found to be cancer-causing and poses high risks of lung cancer even though it cannot be smelled, seen or tasted.
Real estate developers and real estate agents in Middletown Delaware are recommended to conduct a radon test as part of real estate radon mitigation in their development areas. This will allow them to seek for radon reduction options and increase radon mitigation efforts. Real estate developers and real estate agents in Middletown Delaware are now learning to keep the radon test results for the purposes of showing them to potential clients who may ask for the test results in the future.
To achieve real estate radon mitigation, developers may face heavy costs on radon testing and radon reduction for their buildings and home sites. The costs fluctuate depending on building size, design, surrounding climate, construction materials, and the general foundation of the building. In the United States and in Middletown Delaware, the average cost of a radon system ranges from about $900 to $1600 depending on the condition of the building as well as market rates. Ultimately the cost for a radon system will be best determined by contacting a radon mitigation professional so, that they can assess your situation and suggest the best cost effective solution for your real estate radon mitigation needs.
Middletown Delaware Waterborne radon occurs naturally and it's colorless, tasteless, odorless and radioactive. It also comes from the decay of uranium in soil and water and it is considered a health risk. It's found everywhere in the world in the air we breathe and usually comes in two ways: water and airborne. It is known as the silent killer and provides an open door for cancer. Radon gas and other various radon levels originate in water wells that are drilled into bedrock that contain uranium and radon gas. These wells can be private or wells that are used in a public systems in Middletown Delaware. Ergo, if you have public water and have a concern about your water supplies, a radon test and future radon testing could insure the concentration in surface waters. A radon test is inexpensive, and knowing about radon levels in your area can ease your mind with a simple radon test in Middletown Delaware.
One important factor about waterborne radon mitigation is that it works and can ensure that you keep yourself and your family safe from radon in water. The collection of radon in water keeps your homes or business buildings from having issues with your water supply, when radon mitigation is implemented. Radon mitigation is crucial since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer; second only to smoking. That said you can see how valuable radon reduction methods in Middletown Delaware are of the utmost importance. So, now you know that radon mitigation can target not only air based but, also water based sources by filtering out the waterborne radon by using carbon granule filtration systems. The ionized radon bonds with carbon and quickly reduces the levels in the water. Note: It's EPA estimated that 1 in 15 homes in the United States have elevated radon levels and in Middletown Delaware waterborne radon issues should be addressed as well.
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Middletown Delaware has been referred to as the diamond town. It is certainly filled with many unique gems. A stroll down the main street will offer a feeling of safety and security in this quaint and charming town. If you are a visitor, you can expect a warm welcome from this community. Middletown Delaware is full of surprises and is happy to have guests who are sure to enjoy the beauty that this remarkable town will be glad to offer are share.
Middletown Delaware has been going strong since 1861 when it was incorporated. This area will show off some old buildings that are filled with character and superior craftsmanship. The Middletown Academy had been erected in 1826. There is much history to be seen in this town. Middletown Delaware is far from ordinary. It stands out because is overflows with history and a sense of pride.
Middletown Delaware has some of the best places to eat. Authentic ethnic foods served with music in some cases can be found and relished in this town. It will not matter what your preference is. The many restaurants in Middletown Delaware will serve guests delicious Amish food, Chinese, Pizza, Sushi, and whatever else that comes to mind. There are 76 fine places to enjoy a meal. You will find an ice cream shop in Middletown Delaware to top off any meal with a treat. Unique and remarkable places to dine are right in this town and waiting to serve you.
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Creo Workflows Rank Highest in Seybold PDF Shootout
Thursday, September 12, 2002
Press release from the issuing companySeybold San Francisco 2002 (September 11, 2002) – Creo Inc. topped all 21 prepress workflow competitors with its Prinergy and Brisque workflow management systems in the 2002 PDF Workflow Shootout conducted by Seybold Publications and Seminars. Creo was the top-scoring vendor in both phases of the competition, which measured how well different workflow systems create prepress-ready PDF (Portable Document Format) files, and how well they trap, impose, separate and output PDF files. In the first challenge (Phase One), the Prinergy workflow management system scored 95 of 100 possible points, topping systems from 12 other vendors in creating viable PDF documents from problematic design files. Four test pages were created using CorelDRAW 10, QuarkXPress 5, Adobe InDesign 2 and Microsoft Word 2000. Difficult file elements including non-embeddable OpenType fonts, transparent objects, bleed areas, gradients and a variety of image types were included in the challenge. The goal was to simulate a difficult job and see if PDF creation technologies were up to the task. "Prinergy PDF files, although designed for use by Prinergy, appear suitable for production use in a broad range of PDF-capable prepress systems," said John Parsons who co-wrote the report on the PDF Shootout results. Synapse Prepare software, also from Creo, tied for third place in Phase One with 89 points. Scoring 97 points out of 100, the Brisque workflow from Creo won Phase Two of the shootout, which tested PDF output. Creo bested 17 other vendors who were assessed on their ability to trap, impose, separate and output the four challenging PDF files from Phase One, as well as produce a contract-quality proof. "The Brisque output, including general image handling, fonts, color-separation handling and page geometry, were of the highest quality," writes Parsons about the second phase results. "We're delighted that Seybold has conducted this challenging survey of PDF-based workflow systems," says Barry Quart, Creo vice president, workflow product management and solutions. "The top results that Creo workflow solutions obtained in this survey affirms our leadership position and commitment to PDF-based workflow solutions. With over 15,000 workflow units installed worldwide, Creo and our customers continue to lead the industry to PDF." The results of the PDF Workflow Shootout were announced at the Seybold PDF Conference in San Francisco where Creo is demonstrating the new Prinergy Publish system. This flexible page-preparation system allows publishers, trade shops and ad agencies to create reliable, secure print-production-ready files in-house. The system supports the input and output of multiple file formats including PDF, PDF/X-1a, JDF, DCS2 and PostScript. Prinergy Publish system demonstrations are underway at the Adobe Pavilion, #1501E. About Creo Inc. Creo is a world leader in solutions for the graphic arts industry. Core product lines include image capture systems; inkjet proofers; thermal imaging devices for films, plates and proofs; professional color and copydot scanning systems; and workflow management software. Creo is also an Original Equipment Manufacture supplier of on-press imaging technology, components for digital presses, and color servers for high-speed, print-on-demand digital printers. Creo trades under the symbols CREO on NASDAQ and CRE on the Toronto Stock Exchange. www.creo.com
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Stories of Remarkable Women Walking Through Fire
How do you go on after you've lost everything?
Over several terrifying summers, deadly wildfires raged across Colorado. Lives were lost, and the flames destroyed thousands of homes. When the smoke cleared and only rubble remained, survivors were left trying to find a way forward against devastating loss. The aftermath of that destruction would span many years, and its effects are still felt today.
In "Phoenix Rising", twenty women share their stories of fire, the terror they felt as flames engulfed their communities, and the dark desperation that followed. And how---in the ensuing weeks and months---they worked to recreate a life from the ashes. Their tales of fear and bravery, of deep compassion and heart-rending grief, offer an uplifting chronicle of human courage and resilience.
In "Phoenix Rising" written by women united by wildfire, they have the privilege of stepping into those moments to stand in the hallways of their shock and fear, grief and disorientation, and then, armed with the wisdom of retrospection, walking out into whatever comes next.
In the book, Phoenix Rising: Stories of Remarkable Women Walking through Fire. Two authors teamed up with Morgan James Publisher to share stories written by women in Colorado who lost their homes to fire. Co-authors, Kristen Moeller and Leslie Wharton both lost their homes in two separate Colorado Wildfires. Their experiences inspired them to help other women share stories of surviving fire with the world.
Leslie Wharton lost the home that she and her husband designed and built in the High Park Fire near Fort Collins, Colorado during June of 2012. After the fire they moved to Bellingham, Washington. An award winning writer, Leslie's powerful writing speaks to issues important to our times including: climate change, trauma, and human resilience.
Kristen Moeller, a bestselling author, publisher and TEDx speaker lost her home in the Lower North Fork fire near Conifer, Colorado in March 2012. Her latest book, What Are You Waiting For? Learn How to Rise to the Occasion of Your Life (Viva Editions, October 2013), explores our cultural discomfort with grief and the pervasive ways we wait in life – as well as sharing her journey of "walking through fire".
Finding each other through their shared stories, Kristen and Leslie joined forces with Morgan James Publishing, and women in Colorado found a platform to share their stories.
Listen to Leslie's interview with KRMRE's Jennifer Karchmer on the following link www.jenniferkarchmer.com/podcast.html#LeslieWharton
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Peaceful by nature, they are distinguishable by two distinctly different varieties. Some Riorians, such as Loje Nella, have two large, ridged flaps of skin that extend from either side of the head. They also have tufts of green hair on their scalps. A second variety has gills and a large cranial sac. They have eyes with red scleras with black pupils. With their non-protruding mouths closed, they have the appearance of not having one. They also have non-protruding noses.
At some time in their ancient past, Riorians descended from the cliffborer worms of Tatooine. One of the haired Riorian variety, Loje Nella, came under the employ of Jabba the Hutt as his accountant.
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Lafcadio Hearn and the Vision of Japan
(Critical Survey of Contemporary Fiction)
With so much of the contemporary debate over the condition of American culture revolving around Matthew Arnold's pious admonition to seek the best from every culture, this book is doubly welcome. Not only does one get a tightly argued critique of Hearn's Japanese writings but also a needed alternative view from one who considered Arnold "the colossal humbug" of the nineteenth century.
The first chapter is a biographical sketch, recounting Hearn's life as a journalist in America, his fascination with the exotic, and his move to Japan in 1890, where he married a Japanese woman of Samurai birth and resided until his death in 1904. The second chapter is Dawson's survey of the work of other Western writers on Japan, providing a context for Hearn's unique contribution, which is examined throughout the remainder of the book.
According to Dawson, Hearn was less interested in the reality of Japanese life than in the mysteries of its collective folk-memory. For fourteen years he wrote vivid, impressionistic glimpses of his adopted country, most characteristically of ordinary people, or by the retelling of the timeless and ghostly folk-stories of solitary, uprooted Japanese men and women whose lives in many ways mirrored his own.
It is not altogether clear why Hearn became the preeminent interpreter of Japan for the West during the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. He never mastered Japanese and was an indifferent scholar. But he was more attuned to the "life of the culture" than famous contemporaries such as Basil Chamberlain, Rudyard Kipling, and Pierre Loti. If he was less proficient in the representations of that culture, he was more adept at getting beyond its symbols. Perhaps most important, he took his task seriously. Rather than simply describing an exotic culture, he attempted to show how elegantly the Japanese had managed to grapple with dark and mysterious aspects common to all human experience.


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Evangelistic Methods of the Apostles
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Why an international flight should not change "missions" necessities.
Our God As A Clear Communicator
Self Correction
Is It Taught or Modeled In the New Testament?
What Will It Take to Finish The Task
Founder and President of Global Serve International Greg A. shares his experiences in Asia and what it will take to see the Great Commission completed.
Missions by Andy Johnson
What should we as individuals and a local church look for in missions candidates and how should we support them?
Christ's Continued Work
The Holy Spirit and Missions
Concerns with Modern Missions Methods Q&A
Do the methodologies that missionaries use matter? Are there specific methodologies being used that are in fact hurting the spread of the gospel? Do you know what those are? Do you know what methods your missionaries are using? Chad responds to questions from his...
Mechanics of Culture and Language Acquisition
What does it actually look like to become fluent in a culture and language? What do you do on day one? As a sending church, what questions should you be asking? During this workshop, Brooks Buser lays it out and answers your questions on what good Culture and Language...
The Great Commission – Session 1by Dr. David Jeremiah
In an age when the term missions describes lots of different things, are we
actually making progress in fulfilling the Great Commission?
The Core of the Gospel – Session 2by Chad Vegas
When do our words communicate the gospel? What truths must be understood and embraced before forgiveness of sins and being in right relationship to the God of Scripture is assured?
From Disciples to a Church – Session 3by Brooks Buser
Is there is a difference between making disciples and planting a church? What is the Great Commission actually commanding us to do?
Business and Missions – Session 4by Ron V
What is needed to see the Great Commission finished? Learn how it will take partnership with the business world to see the task completed.
The Heart of God to Be Known and Worshipped Among All Nations – Session 5by Francis Chan
Are we connected to the heart of God in our churches? Do our mission statements reflect that the Lord desires for His Name to be known among every tribe, tongue and nation of the world? Our daily lives and ministry structure should directly reflect this truth.
Valid Expectations for Families – Session 6by Brad Buser
An awareness of what is ahead for the gospel worker and his family is critical. North American values of family must be submitted to a biblical view of family.
The Place of Language Learning – Session 7by Wayne Chen
Learning the language and culture of a people cannot be allowed to be negotiable. Without fluency, syncretism or worse is the sure outcome.
The Local Church and Their Missionary Candidates – Session 8by Chad Vegas
What is the responsibility of the local church in choosing, training and sending out missionaries? Chad Vegas takes us through some biblical expectations on the church, individuals and the goal of completing the Great Commission.
The Unprepared Missionary Candidate – Session 9by Brad Buser
What happens to the unprepared missionary candidate? What happens on the field, in the sending church, and the missionary himself when missionary careers are prematurely ended. The fallout to everyone is large.
The Authority of Scripture to Guide Our Methodsby Chad Vegas
Why the authority of Scripture norms our approach to missions. In a context where the principles of scripture are not guiding our approach to missions we will fall prey to listening to extra-biblical authorities as their voices speak into our methodology.
God Speaks our Language (God as Communicator Par Excellence)by Ron V
Our commitment to clear and relevant communication is not based in it's efficiency or effectiveness (although it is indeed the most efficient and effective way to bring the Truth of Christ to bear on a person's heart). This commitment is actually based on God Himself, as He has revealed Himself to be, throughout history, the Communicator Par Excellence.
Fluency: What Is It? How Do You Get There?by Brad Buser
What areas are NOT able to fall into the 'native speaker' category? What level must gospel communicators attain to? Is 'clear communication' actually possible? Why is this critical and what exactly does it take to get to that level? What are common hindrances to getting to this level?
From the Field, Realities of Language Limitations in Today's Missionary Effortsby Tim Lubinus
Even with highly capable and theologically adept missionaries, the typical level of language adeptness today is commonly not where it must be to insure gospel clarity, genuine relationships and verification of Christian truths that have been 'embraced.' Whether in Turkey, Sudan, Jordan, Spain or China, language limitations are normative.
Gods Glory Among the Nations – Ultimate Fuel for the Gospel Workerby Francis Chan
The amount of motivations that are part of any persons mix must at times be clarified to one supreme motivation — that the One God of the Universe is known and worshiped by all of His creation. This must be at the core of any gospel worker.
What is an Ecclesiology That Drives Missions?by Chad Vegas
This session will not define church (Day 2) but speak to the need for local churches to be on mission to reproduce themselves among all people groups. This understanding has real effects on how we approach everything from "missionary call" to training, sending, and fulfilling the Great Commission.
CPM's: What May or May Not be Going on There?by Tim Lubinus
This session will address the background of the initial CPM and how the term developed such traction. What are valid and non-valid expectations for church multiplication? While applauding the heart to see rapid growth the scriptures do give us some perspective on church growth issues and realities.
Mission Methodologies: Examining the Working Assumptionsby Ron V
In this session we will expose the working assumptions in the most popular church planting methodologies being promoted in missions today. We will also highlight some core biblical principles that ought to drive the formation of our working assumptions.
What IS a Local Church?by Chad Vegas
If ecclesiology drives our missiology, then a basic definition of "church" is needed. The definition of a "church" must be biblically-driven and supported. Our definition of "church" must be reproducible in a variety of contexts as a starting point for all missionary efforts.
A Look Inside the Insider Movementsby Joseph B
What are historic norms for those who have embraced Christ as Lord and Savior? Must they become 'Christians,' leave the Mosque and step away from the Qur'an? What are valid expectations for those who embrace Christ in hostile situations?


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The 22-year-old Ikeys flyhalf Demetri Catrakilis has cracked the nod for a run-on slot in the Western Province Currie Cup rugby team to play the Leopards, at Olen Park, Potchefstroom, on Friday.
Catrakilis made his Currie debut from the substitutes' bench against Griquas at Newlands last week.
Following the injury to the WP first-choice pivot Gary van Aswegen, coach Allister Coetzee had a choice between Catrakilis and Isma-eel Dollie, who previously played Currie Cup rugby for WP and Boland.
"Since Van Aswegen will be out for much longer than expected we (WP) had two ways of addressing the matter," said Coetzee. "The one approach was to be conservative and the other was to be aggressive in our selection.
"I've had a chance to look at the two players at training and I looked for one that had the ability to run the show along the backline.
"I needed a flyhalf who could give the side direction, make good decisions, make the right (playing) calls as well as holding his own on defence."
Catrakilis' goalkicking ability may have also swung the vote in his favour as Coetzee referred to him the "most accurate place-kicker in our system".
Coetzee felt that Dollie will have a chance to prove himself again at Currie Cup level but felt Catrakilis was the one to go with for Friday night's game.
"He's (Dollie) a talented player and it's my duty to provide him with an opportunity to show what he can do at this (Currie Cup) level," said Coetzee. "I also won't consider bringing in a flyhalf from outside to solve the problem because at WP we want to back our own guys."
Scrumhalf Dewaldt Duvenage makes a return to the side after an injury lay-off and he too was a serious contender for the flyhalf berth following his steady performances in that position for the Stormers near the end of the Super Rugby season.
WP captain Deon Fourie said the forwards had worked hard on correcting the mistakes that littered their performance against Griquas. "We sorted out our line-out problems because at Currie Cup level you know you'll be punished if you don't protect your ball," said Fourie.
Western Province Team:
15 Conrad Jantjes, 14 Danie Poolman, 13 Johann Sadie, 12 Tim Whitehead, 11 JJ Engelbrecht, 10 Demetri Catrakilis, 9 Dewaldt Duvenage, 8 Nick Koster, 7 Siya Kolisi, 6 Rohan Kitshoff, 5 De Kock Steenkamp, 4 Hilton Lobberts, 3 Brok Harris, 2 Deon Fourie (captain) and 1 Wicus Blaauw.
Substitutes: 16 Tiaan Liebenberg, 17 Frans Malherbe, 18 Adriaan Fondse, 19 Nicholas Fenton-Wells, 20 Louis Schreuder, 21 Isma-eel Dollie and 22 Marcel Brache.
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The European Union's consumer chief dispelled industry fears on Saturday that she intends to
introduce U.S.-style class action lawsuits across the bloc next year as part of her strategy to strengthen consumer rights.
EU Consumer Protection Commissioner Meglena Kuneva announced in March that she hopes to introduce a new system of "collective redress" aimed at giving European consumers more power to bring claims against providers of faulty goods or services.
But she vehemently dismissed claims that she proposes to copy the United States' legal system, where class action laws have allowed lawyers to create a thriving litigation industry seeking colossal damages against companies.
"To those who have come all the way to Lisbon to hear the words "class action," let me be clear from the start. There will not be any. Not in Europe, not under my watch," Kuneva told a
meeting of business leaders, consumer groups and leading law firms in the Portuguese capital.
European employers group BusinessEurope -- an organization that represents 20 million small, medium-size and large companies -- opposes the U.S. model.
The U.S. system allows individuals to aggregate claims into one lawsuit, giving consumers the incentive to pursue compensation - often for small sums - when it would be too costly or time-consuming to take action on their own.
But class actions have been criticised in the United States as enabling enterprising law firms to win big fees while often generating little return for the individuals concerned.
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Instead Kuneva said she intends to introduce what she describes as "group action," whereby a group of people with the same complaint about the same company across the 27-member bloc
come together, but are represented by their national consumers' body or a new EU consumers regulatory body.
"Options exist, which range from a market-led approach to the establishment of an EU consumer collective redress scheme or out-of-court redress scheme," Kuneva said.
"It should be possible to finance the actions in a way that allows either the consumers themselves to proceed with a collective action or to be effectively represented by a third
"The proceeds should be distributed in an appropriate manner amongst plaintiffs and their representatives and the introduction of unmeritorious claims should be discouraged," she
Fifteen EU countries have no provisions for joint consumer action and in those countries where they do exist, joint action can only take place within their own borders.
According to an EU survey earlier this year, just 26 percent of consumers buy goods and services from businesses established in other EU states and only 6 percent make cross-border
purchases via the Internet due to what retailers describe as "perceived insecurity of transactions."
Kuneva said bolstering EU consumer confidence will encourage the bloc's 500 million citizens to spend more money across national borders and help push up EU retail spending, which represents about 58 percent of gross domestic product, towards the U.S. rate of over 70 percent.
"I do not believe reputable companies have a problem with this proposition. Healthy markets need effective remedies," Kuneva said.


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It can be cooked as crumbles for lasagna and pasta dishes or seasoned as a taco filling. Make croutons for salads or stir-fry. Cut slices, marinate and bake for a sandwich or wrap. Fry medallions and cover it with sauce as a main course. Anything you can do with meat you can do with Barry's Tempeh.
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Cut the tempeh up: 3/4" cubes, 1/2" medallions or burgers or 1/4" slices.
FRYING - Cut the tempeh when it's still a little frosty (defrost 1.5 hrs at room temp.). Use an oil (sunflower, safflower, coconut, grape seed) you can get over 400º without burning and wait for it to get really hot before putting the tempeh in. Add pieces slowly to the oil, not all at once. Fry for 2-3 minutes until a little crispy.
BAKING - marinate the tempeh for 10-15 minutes per side, bake tempeh and marinade* together at 350º for 20 min., turn once. (optional - sear in a skillet for a few minutes at the end)
*Marinade -1/2 cup low sodium tamari, 1-2 garlic cloves, 1 tsp. fresh ginger, 1 tsp. brown sugar, 2 tblsp. grape seed oil in a food processor until blended. (add water if it's too salty)
Handling Instructions
Barry's Tempeh is a live, cultured food that comes fresh frozen to slow down the fermentation without destroying all the beneficial probiotic stimulators. Commercial tempeh's benefits are killed when it is pasteurized, leaving it hard and bitter.
We recommend you keep our tempeh frozen. That will maintain the freshness up to 9 months.
To defrost Barry's Tempeh leave at room temperature for an hour or two or place in refrigerator over night. You can defrost, portion and refreeze without loss of flavor. Do not defrost or cook in a microwave.
If you plan to refreeze, defrost to 44° or less. Should be cooked to over 185° prior to consumption. Cooked tempeh will last as long as any other leftovers.
Uncooked tempeh will begin to ferment again after 3 days in a refrigerator which will result in a much stronger flavor.
Black and dark gray mold spots on Barry's Tempeh are normal so don't cut them away.


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Here is another adult coloring page. I've had so much fun drawing these lately. This one is a Cardinal sitting in a tree with snowflakes all around him. I had a completely different idea of what I was going to draw when starting but I think the outcome is better than the original idea. I hope you all enjoy this wintery image and have a great upcoming Christmas week!
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Effective March 6, the Stoops' Anderson location, 6105 Columbus Avenue, was certified as a Western Star Trucks service and parts provider.
With the inclusion of Western Star Trucks service and parts, the addition is just the latest offerings Stoops provides its customers from the Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) family. Stoops' Anderson location also provides parts and service offerings for DTNA's Freightliner Trucks, Freightliner Custom Chassis and Detroit Diesel.
Daimler Trucks North America LLC, headquartered in Portland, Ore., is the leading heavy-duty truck manufacturer in North America. DTNA produces and markets commercial vehicles under the Freightliner, Western Star and Thomas Built Buses names.
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The Prime Minister called for the company to be protected from excessive compensation claims as President Barack Obama made it agree to potentially unlimited damages.
BP provisionally agreed the biggest compensation payment in corporate history, setting up a fund worth at least £13.5 billion to cover the damage caused by its leaking oil pipe in the Gulf of Mexico.
But the US president last night made it clear that BP's payments could be just the start, warning that the company could still face lawsuits from individuals and American states.
On Wednesday, in his strongest show of support since the oil began leaking two months ago, Mr Cameron said the company should not be exposed to a string of future damages claims.
"BP is an important company," he said. "It is an important company for people's pensions, it employs thousands of people in the UK, it pays a lot of tax.
"It's important to try to give some level of clarity and certainty so that the company can actually continue and be financially stable," he said.
"They do need a level of certainty, and this is BP's worry, that there won't be claims entertained that are three or four times removed from the oil spill. This shouldn't be about going after BP for the sake of it."
BP shares have almost halved in value in the past two months as a result of the oil spill and the political storm that followed in the United States. It is one of the most widely held shares in Britain, and the fall has hit many pension funds and investors. In a further blow to investors, the company announced last night that it would stop its dividend payments – traditionally among the most generous of all major companies – for the rest of this year at least.
First-quarter dividends due on Monday have also been scrapped as the company tries to raise the funds necessary for the compensation fund.
BP shareholders and some MPs have been angered by what they see as Mr Obama's attempts to make the company a scapegoat for growing American public anger at the spill, which threatens coastlines in Louisiana and Florida.
The president has promised American voters that he will make BP pay for its "recklessness" over the Deepwater Horizon disaster, whose impact he has compared to that of the September 11 terrorist attacks on the US.
The White House has also evoked BP's British origins, calling the company "British Petroleum", a name it no longer uses.
About 40 per cent of BP shares are owned by British investors, and a similar proportion are held in the US. Mr Cameron has faced criticism over his stance on BP since last week when he failed to speak up for the company as its shares plunged, instead proclaiming he "understood" Mr Obama's anger over the oil spill.
Last week, the Prime Minister discussed BP's problems with the chairman, Carl-Henric Svanberg, who asked him to help ease the US pressure on the firm.
In a BBC Radio 2 phone-in yesterday, the Prime Minister suggested that the company's future rested on getting certainty about the final bill it would have to pay for the spill. Mr Cameron said he agreed with one caller who told him to "stand up for BP a bit more".
He declined to criticise explicitly either Mr Obama or other US politicians who have condemned the company.
"I don't believe I'm going to further British interests by name-calling," he said.
But he added: "This shouldn't be about going after BP for the sake of it. It's about dealing with this environmental disaster."
Mr Obama yesterday held talks at the White House with Mr Svanberg and Tony Hayward, BP's chief executive. They agreed to pay $20 billion – equivalent to a year's profits – into a compensation fund to meet the costs of US authorities, businesses and communities affected by the spill.
The fund will be run by Kenneth Feinberg, a senior White House lawyer who handled compensation payments for victims of the September 11 attacks.
Speaking afterwards, Mr Obama said: "This $20 billion will provide substantial assurance that the claims people and businesses have will be honoured. It's also important to emphasise this is not a cap."
The slide in BP's shares has led to speculation that it could be taken over but Mr Obama said: "BP is a strong and viable company, and it is in all of our interests that it remain so."
Speaking outside the White House, Mr Svanberg said he wanted to win back public trust. "I would like to take this opportunity to apologise to the American people on behalf of all the employees of BP," he said. However, he risked a fresh public relations problem by referring to those affected by the spill as "the small people".
The agreement came after US scientists almost doubled their estimate of the amount of oil gushing from the exploded well.
It is believed to be as much as 60,000 barrels a day.
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The Cognitive Cost of Distractions
Gallup Management Journal did an interesting Q&A on office interruptions with Gloria Mark, an associate professor at the Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences at the University of California, Irvine, and a leading expert on work. Usually called distractions, these interruptions were researched from various angles, including but not limited to:
- What caused the distractions (external or internal?)
- How many distractions were there
- How long did it take to get back on task
What Caused the Distractions?
The study found that most people suffered from both internal and external interruptions, meaning that they interrupted themselves and were also victims of outside interruptions. While most managers are primarily the target of external interruptions, the average worker distracts him/herself almost as much as others do!
How Many Distractions Were There?
On average, each worker experienced an interruption/distraction every 3 minutes!
How Long Did It Take to Get Back On Task?
Gloria noted that when a worker is interrupted, he or she usually doesn't get right back on task. In fact, she found that there are normally 2 intervening tasks before focusing on the original task. Thus, it takes more effort to reorient oneself to the context of that task. Additionally, she noted interruptions are often accompanied by physical changes to the work environment. Whether the worker shifted files, opened or closed windows, shot out a quick email, or answered a phone call as a result of the interruption (or interruptor), the physical layout of the work space has been altered, which also makes it difficult to get back on task quickly. As Ms. Mark concluded, "…there's a cognitive cost to an interruption."
What can you do about interruptions?
The bottom line is that every worker is surrounded by interruptions caused both by self and others. It's difficult to control for internal interruptions, but you can control for external interruptions. A more recent development has been the use of office sound masking, the use of low-level white noise to cover office noise (i.e. unnecessary interruptions and distractions). The result is less distraction, more focus, fewer errors, and lower stress levels.
As a manager, it's important to recognize that many interruptions are necessary. However, it's equally important to recognize the strain they put on workers, as well as the hit productivity takes.
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Among professional researchers who have studied the productivity of office-based information workers for decades, it is now universally accepted that conversational distractions are the biggest cause of lost productivity in open workplaces. Therefore they are the most important factor to limit and control.
75% of employees in one study rated workplace acoustics as the worst aspect of their office environment.
Reduced productivity: Sound expert Julian Treasure reported that there is a 66% drop in productivity in open offices.
Stress: According to National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), noise is the main contributor to workplace stress. A Cornell study says that the uncontrollability of sound makes it stressful.
Employee disengagement: Stress eventually leads to employee disengagement. 71% of employees are not engaged.
High turnover rate: Stress and disengagement cause up to 40% of workers to seek employment elsewhere.Increased absenteeism and error rate: With the best and brightest employees leaving and the remaining disengaged workers, employees tend to have more errors and sick days.


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Fishing on the estate
Boats can be launched at Inver Cottage for sea fishing in Loch Fyne. Inver cottage is only 5 minutes drive from the Castle itself and has ample parking facilities and provides the perfect situation to launch your boat. Species caught in Loch Fyne include cod, pollack, coalfish, conger, plaice, turbot, mackerel and ling.
After a long day fishing on the loch, nothing is more rewarding than a fine meal at the award winning restaurant overlooking the loch and Old Castle Lachlan itself.
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How I Started My Own Enterprise (From Junk To Riches)
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Carpet Installation
Carpet Installation in Orange & Los Angeles counties
Carpet installation is probably the one home improvement project that most people feel they can tackle on their own. After all, how hard can it be to cut down a carpet to the right size and stick it to the floor?
There are many more components in carpet installation than meet the eye, the most tedious of all being removing the carpet already in place.
You will not believe how many DIY aficionados give us a call asking us to take over their carpet installation project.
But, you see, it takes a professional carpet installer to do a quality job to exacting standards. A knowledgeable team with years' experience in the trade, will know what to do, how to do it fast and which tools to use to expedite the whole carpet installation process – from the odd knee-kicker to the carpet stretcher and seam roller. These specialized tools are not only costly to hire but in the wrong hands could end up severely damaging your carpet or leaving huge ripples in your new flooring, At Better Surfaces and Services we have been providing stress-free carpet installation to our valuable customers in Los Angeles and Orange County for years. That's why, our expertise is your guarantee of a job well done.
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An Afternoon in Franklin, TN
30 minutes outside of Nashville, a major historical center of the USA still stands with "rooted in Americana" running through it's tiny town veins.
Known for it's place in history as home to the Battle of Franklin during the Civil War, Franklin, TN is now home to one main drag — appropriately named "Main St." — dividing it's 16 downtown blocks, filled brick by brick with small town southern charm.
From a quick afternoon spent mostly exploring Main St., here are a few reasons to make the short trek:
History Everywhere
Really, everywhere. Downtown on Main St: cannons. In the vintage shops: estate pieces from the families of fallen soldiers. Pretty much every spot you're stepping in: war zone. That plantation you're touring? Don't miss the 150+ gravesite out back.
Addressing this type of history in an otherwise charming locale may not be the first thing you want to think of on vacation, but learning firsthand about what was a very real reality mere decades before is an important part of preventing its reoccurrence, and Franklin is a great place to check that box.
Stunning Vintage
Enough of the history rant, did I mention the vintage shops are full of estate sale items? Still?! Authentic 20th century pocket watch, anyone?
More Charming, Adorable Shops
In case you couldn't get enough of White's Mercantile in Nashville (not possible in my book), there's another, larger location here. And more boutiques.
Bring your wallets, shopaholics.
Foodie Delights
Since the main activity of Franklin is browsing Main St., of course it must be lined with foodie delights. Start the day with a local favorite at Merridee's Breadbasket and be sure to save room for your sweet tooth later in the day at Ivey Cake.
That's a wrap on a quick afternoon in Franklin! More on discovering nearby Nashville here.
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How to Win a Full Scholarship to Cambridge
In this post I share my experience applying for the Gates Scholarship and identify the three biggest factors that helped me earn the full funding award to Cambridge: campus leadership, strong recommendations, and a Personal Statement that stood out.
Campus Leadership
From my first days at UChicago I got Involved in the activities that Interested me. I ran for Student Government, applied for The Blue Chips Investment Club, went out for UChicago's varsity track team, and pledged the Delta Upsilon Fraternity. Each Organization was full of great people that mentored me and Helped me Transition to College life and Adulthood. Getting involved helped me Build a strong CV that opened doors (like an Internship at Merrill Lynch) and developed Communication and Leadership skills that enabled me to serve successfully as Student Government President and to launch Moneythink, a financial education NGO. My greatest learning experiences as an undergraduate came from these activities (even more so than the amazing classes I was blessed to take) and demonstrated to the Gates Foundation that I was going to be an active learner and leader at Cambridge. Getting involved on campus allowed me to learn from older students, make amazing friends, gradually become a leader and then build a strong CV to showcase my passion and experience.
Strong Recommendation Letter
I was very fortunate to take four incredible courses with Professor Charles Lipson, One of the sharpest, kindest and funniest men I've ever met. He brought the subject of International Relations to life for my classmates and me, prompting many of us to focus our college studies on how nations interact. I introduced myself after one of Charles' first lectures and began attending his office hours to discuss course reading and current events. Charles gave me advice as I contemplated my summer activities (he encouraged me to apply for the IMUSE Fellowship, which funded my first trip to China in August 2009) and told me to find my inspiration and set epic goals. He was a dutiful sounding board and provided sage advice as I launched Moneythink and sought to grow the organization beyond my UChicago dorm room. I shared sodas at Charles' office (he likes Diet Dr. Pepper while I'm a Coca-Cola guy) and helped him pass out candy at his house for trick-or-treaters on Halloween. Over time Charles came to know far more about me than just my academic results from his courses. He came to know how I think, my interests and motivations, my big goals and plans to get there. All the while he provided encouragement and advice and then saw how I responded to frequent setbacks and occasional triumphs.
The best recommendation letters speak to a student's potential, accomplishments, leadership capacity, personality and academic qualifications. After convincing me that Cambridge Business School was a great fit for me and that I might have a shot at the Gates Scholarship, Charles was able to pen Recommendation letter based on a strong our relationship. (Click here for the full Story of Charles and Me along with More Recommendation letter advice.)
Compelling Essay
Thousands of qualified students Apply to Cambridge each year but fail to Gain admission Because They do not earn an advocate in the admissions Office. I knew that was my academic standing middle of the pack (3.67 GPA with no GMAT Score ) so my personal statement would have to really Stand out. My goal was to write a statement that DESCRIBED my journey as a young businessman - competitive athlete from a student to a leader to a promising entrepreneur worth investing in. My aim was to share my story. To explain that I had the raw ingredients to become a strong businessman but needed formal academic training at Cambridge to discover my potential. I spoke on my budding track record, willingness to set big goals, enlist friends on projects, and work doggedly toward a vision day after day. I tried to position myself as an investment rather than begging for admission or pretending that I deserved a slot.
In short, I used my Personal Statement to tie my story together and demonstrate why my background prepared me to contribute to the Cambridge community and make the most of the Gates Scholarship. I was very fortunate to receive an interview where I had the chance to share more about my background and aspirations. I woke the next morning, on February 7, 2011 to an email of congratulations from the Gates Foundation. It was a brilliant sunny day in Brooklyn, New York, and I walked around beautiful Prospect Park with my high school debate buddy. It was a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the path that led me to the Gates.
No matter which path you aim to chart, your journey will be more rewarding if you get involved on campus, build relationships with professors and share your story along the way.
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QLab 2.0 is Unleashed
Ahhh… That's pretty.
I'm absolutely swooning with joy today at the release of version 2.0 of my favorite sound playback software, qLab. Chris Ashworth, ever the holistic programmer, released the software today only after updating his exhaustive and easy-to-read documentation site. So I won't bore you with all the minutae, but I do want to quickly go over my favorite new features – that I have discovered so far.
1) 48 outputs per cue. Yes, now each cue can be assigned in a combined matrix to up to 48 discreet outputs. The previous 16 discreet channel limit with version 1.0 was the single biggest roadblock to getting larger theaters that regularly use 24 – 48 channels to adopt qLab. While it has already been seen on Broadway (though not as much on Chicago's largest stages), this feature brings qLab closer to becoming a sound playback solution extensible enough that it can be affordable to the tiniest storefront and powerful enough to run playback for some of largest sound systems in the world. That means designers can develop their careers with much, much greater ease.
2) Volume Envelopes
Look at that. Just look at that. Beautiful. We've had this feature for a while with Meyer's LCS now – which is great when you have $50k lying around for a sound system. Volume envelopes allow you to really quickly adjust the volume of the audio over time – say, having a large initial burst of music that then fades down to an underscore. This is going to save me hours, and give me more in-the-moment control over the audio, which as I mentioned in my last post on qLab, is the key to design that works with a performance rather than on top of a performance.
3) Integrated Windows
This may not seem like a big deal, but the new one-window format of qlab is hugely easier and more reliable than using the three or four main windows of qLab 1.0. There was a minor workflow bug in 1.0 where the inspector window (where you make things like level and output settings) would not always update after selecting a new cue in the cue list. This created many situations with students and folks new to qLab where they would end up making changes to the wrong cue and getting, well, really confused. Clarity wins the day.
4) Ruby, Applescript, and Python Script Hooks
From the documentation:
QLab 2 offers comprehensive scripting hooks to control the application programmatically. You can use AppleScript, or through the OS X scripting bridge, languages like Python and Ruby.
Yes, that's right, qLab can now integrate with RUBY applications and scripts run locally on a computer. I might just jump for joy. Whenever you open up hooks to third party scripting, you encourage a culture of open source developers to solve problems that you don't have time to do. And since I already know me some ruby, and I just happen to have a project in mind already.
5) Integrated Quartz Composer
qLab is the only sound and video system that I know of to be built directly on reliable and native operating system architecture – SFX is built on the sometimes rickety and tenuous ActiveX / Windows relationship and Cricket is based on the Max language, which, while reliable, often leads to upgrading headaches while developers wait on Max to upgrade for the latest OS architecture. qLab uses the native OSX technologies CoreAudio and now, Quartz Composer for enhanced video effects (the video above, now well-known as the iTunes 8 visualizer, is one example of what is possible with tools like Quartz Composer.) Now qLab is capable of harnessing the native Apple graphics engine for use in projections design.
There is so much more that is saliva-inducing in this update (Easy music vamping!, Live Camera Cues!) but hopefully I've convinced you to try it out.
It should be noted that I haven't had a chance to really put pedal to the metal with version 2.0 yet, though I hope to soon (and test qLabs eye-opening claims of:
guaranteed sample-accurate sync across all Audio Cues assigned to the same output device.
and no latency overhead buildup:
"If you build a thousand one second waits and chain them all together, the last cue will finish almost exactly one thousand seconds later. (Within a millisecond.)"
My hunch is here is that, for those planning on buying a state of the art sound and video playback system, the inexpensive MacMini is no longer the greatest value for the long-term. Flexibility and scale of this kind (especially the use of Quartz Composer) demand lots of memory, processing power, and multiple video outputs, all of which are better served by the more expensive Mac Pro line of computers.
The most important part of this update, arguably, is the new pricing structure and pricing options available. While the basic version is still free, the a la carte Pro Audio, Pro Video, and Pro MIDI packages have all taken a price jump up to $250 each, $200 for educational purposes (though you can apply the entire cost of your version 1.0 licenses to the cost of the upgrade). New in v 2.0, which I think will be music to the storefront community's ears, is the option of multi-computer rental licenses – each Pro package (which, while convenient, is only strictly necessary for 10% of shows that a storefront is likely to put on) is available to rent for unlimited computers for $3/day.
Oh yeah… And there's some delicious swag available as well.
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Every once in a while, a family comes to the funeral home to make arrangements for a cremation and somebody asks if they can watch some part of the process. Their reasons are varied, but most of the time, they are just plain curious.
In some cases, it means one last chance to view the body before final disposition.
Sometimes there are religious or cultural traditions that are carried out just before the body enters the cremation chamber.
Other times it means the family members don't quite trust that we do what we tell them we do; they want to see for themselves that things are taken care of properly.
I get it. I would want to watch too. I personally have no problem with people who request to watch a cremation. I will even go so far to say that I encourage it, as long as the desire is made known upfront and the individual(s) understand the gravity of the situation as well as the risks involved.
Typically, when family members or friends come to witness a cremation, they only watch the part where the body, which is in a 'cremation container,' or cardboard box, is rolled into the retort of the crematory. Part of this is because a cremation takes about 3 hours, and most people don't want to stick around that long. There is also the fact that about an hour and a half into the process, the door of the retort is opened and the remains are re-positioned to ensure an even burn. When the retort is opened, flames are visible, and I would venture to say that most people would find it disturbing to witness this portion of the cremation.
Once the actual cremation is complete, the remaining bone fragments and ash are cooled and placed into a processing machine which grinds them into a powdery substance recognized as cremains. I'll admit that this part is pretty neat. We even go through the bone fragments with a magnet to remove any small metal parts such as tooth fillings, staples, pins, or screws. Larger metal parts such as artificial hips and knees are also removed, but a magnet is not necessary for those: they're pretty visible. The bone fragments are fairly dry and brittle, so grinding them with the processing machine is a relatively quick procedure. As the cremains are processed, the powdery mixture is collected into a plastic bag inside some type of urn(s). We affix a small metal identification tag noting the cremation number to the bag so that it can always be traced back in our records. At this point, a portion of the cremains can also be placed into memorial jewelry or saved out for scattering.
I would guess that most funeral homes would find the question, "Can I watch?," a little uncommon and maybe even a bit unsettling, but there is really not much reason why you couldn't watch at least some part of the cremation process. Some people even ask to help push the cremation container into the retort, and it is typically allowed. The crematory where I work has a viewing window into the room so that anybody who does want to watch the start of the cremation can do so from a comfortable couch in a private setting. I like this concept and it is one that many crematories have incorporated. The viewing window allows for a little bit of distance and helps to shelter the viewers from some of the potentially disturbing sounds and smells involved with cremation.
The moral of the story is: just ask. There is no shame in wanting to be a part of your loved one's final disposition. It is not weird or freakish to want to watch a cremation, and I can almost guarantee it will be something you never forget. It's a sobering experience to come face to face with a dead body, a cremation chamber, or an open grave; and I think people in our rat-race culture should do it more often.
What do you think?
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Date published: 2015-03-18
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Date published: 2015-03-15
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Rated 5 out of 5 by SusieK from Great snow boots Moved to CO from FL beginning of Feb,single digit temps,lots of snow. Needed something warm and waterproof. These did the trick and despite the mucky snow, the suede did not stain. I ordered a half size up and fit great. Highly recommend...functional and cute!
Date published: 2015-03-12
Rated 5 out of 5 by MaryRuth from Terrific Winter Boots I am totally pleased with the quality of these boots. I've spent two hours today shoveling snow. The outside of the boots are wet/damp, but my feet stayed completely dry and warm. I did take the recommendations of a couple of other reviewers and ordered up a half size.
Date published: 2015-03-05
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Date published: 2015-02-27
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Date published: 2015-02-27
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Date published: 2015-02-25
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Date published: 2015-02-24
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Date published: 2015-02-22
Rated 5 out of 5 by TexanT from Comfy, Warm and Chic! I bought these from another sight for about the same price in red and they are so cute. They keep your feet extra warm and dry on the coldest of days. They have great traction, I haven't slipped on ice once while wearing these in the month I've had them. They are completely water proof. Usually after a commute snowboots are wet and soppy, not these. The only minor problem is occasionally small pieces of ice/ice rain get into the bot because the opening isn't fitted. This can be prevented by wearing a waterproof boot sock. Perfect for people with more defined calves and/or larger ankles. This is truly a great value!! Also, they might seem tight at first, but after breaking them in for about a week they are great, even for people with long toes. Might want to get a half size larger if you walkf for more than 6 hours a day, or have feet that are prone to swelling/ wide.
Date published: 2015-02-09
Rated 5 out of 5 by KCgram from I love this boot This boot is very comfortable - I do a lot of walking in the winter and this takes the place of my walking shoes and because it is a little snugger fit (i ordered 1/2 size up and it is perfect) they keep me warm and they are soo comfortable to walk in - i forget to take them off and usually end up wearing them all day.
Date published: 2015-02-06
Rated 5 out of 5 by Sub18 from Warm boot I have a jacket with the same lining so I knew these boots would be toasty. I did have to take a half size bigger.
Date published: 2015-01-28
Rated 5 out of 5 by rv317 from AWESOME BOOTS These boots are super comfy, very cozy, toasty, and cute! They are EXTREMELY WATERPROOF. I spent about 20 minutes sloshing through slush and didn't find a single wet mark. Impressive.
Date published: 2015-01-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by cdus from So far so good Have worn once but can only wear with light socks. Provides what I need - a lighter weight boot (my feet are hot in most), a boot that will fend off snow and a boot I can comfortably wear driving my 3 hour a day commute.
Date published: 2014-12-08
Rated 4 out of 5 by LoveBoots from Love Boots I really like them and find them comfortable and extremely warm. They're great for what I want. That said, the style is sort of unusual and only a 3 on the attractive scale - very casual. I wear them mostly around the house, some outside. They are very well made and I would buy them or recommended them - but again, not real attractive or chic in my opinion. I ordered a full size up - 10 instead of my usual 9 and they fit well.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by winter123 from Perfect Winter Boots These boots are great! As a college student in Michigan, I couldn't have asked for anything better. They are super warm and very comfortable. They do run kind of small though, so ordering a half a size up wouldn't hurt. They are constructed very well and feel very durable. The Omni-heat technology is fantastic and the boots are water-proof, which is very nice! Your feet will never be cold. I would highly recommend these boots.
Date published: 2014-11-21
Rated 3 out of 5 by EMC7 from too loose around the ankles I was so excited to get these boots and so disappointed when I tried them on. The ankle was so loose and wearing these with leggings or skinny jeans would look stupid as it would look too big around the ankle. I ended up returning them and getting a pair of Sorels instead.
Date published: 2014-11-19
Rated 5 out of 5 by Firstinline from Cute Ordered size 7. Toe was at top of boot. Reordered 7.5
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Photograph of parade cars representing the People's State Bank and Wolgast Lumber Company preparing for the Chautauqua parade in Alta Vista, Kansas. The Chautauqua events were often like a traveling program offering entertainment, education, and cultural enrichment for people particularly in rural areas.
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Curriculum Leader: Mr R. Jones
Personal Development is like no other subject: there is no exam, it is discursive, involves projects in school, outside speakers and workshops and is approached from a different angle to other parts of the school curriculum. Sometimes described as 'learning about life', it covers a range of topics, for example, Citizenship, politics, sex & relationship education, drug education, mental health, peer pressure, self-esteem, healthy eating to name but a few topics.
It is made up of a number of strands including Citizenship, PSHE and Careers,
All pupils are currently taught Personal Development by a specialist team one hour a week in Years 7-8, and one hour a fortnight in Years 9-11.
Given the sensitive nature of some of the material there are a large number of policies (see policy and forms) that are highly relevant to this area. Please note that parents have the right to withdraw children from the Sex & Relationship Education programme and in the first instance should contact the school to be informed of the procedure for making complaints.
Citizenship education equips children and young people with the knowledge, understanding and skills to play an active part in society as informed and critical citizens who are socially and morally responsible. It aims to give them the confidence and conviction that they can act with others, have influence and make a difference in their communities.
The national curriculum for citizenship aims to ensure that all pupils:
- acquire a sound knowledge and understanding of how the United Kingdom is governed, its political system and how citizens participate actively in its democratic systems of government
- develop a sound knowledge and understanding of the role of law and the justice system in our society and how laws are shaped and enforced
- develop an interest in, and commitment to, participation in volunteering as well as other forms of responsible activity, that they will take with them into adulthood
- are equipped with the skills to think critically and debate political questions, to enable them to manage their money on a day-to-day basis, and plan for future financial needs.
Personal, social and health education (PSHE) helps to give children and young people the knowledge, skills and understanding they need to lead confident, healthy and independent lives.
It aims to help them understand how they are developing personally and socially, tackling many of the moral, social and cultural issues that are part of growing up.
It offers learning opportunities across and beyond the curriculum, in specific lessons as well as in assemblies.
The key concepts and skills that underpin PSHE education help schools to fulfil their statutory responsibility to support pupils' spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development and prepare them for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of life.
The programme of study covers Key Stages 1 to 4 and is based on three core themes within which there will be broad overlap and flexibility:
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After a wonderful lunch at La Mas Bonita and a stroll along the Patacona beach, I continued my walk to The Cabanyal district, a colourful and salty former fishing quarter of Valencia.
I ended up walking up and down The Cabanyal district's maze-like streets, parallel with the sea, filled with fishing cabins, tiled façades, pastel-coloured buildings and modernist structures for an hour or so. No two intricately tiled housefronts are the same.
Before leaving, relax your feet in one of the two classic bodegas Casa Montaña or Casa Guillermo, and give a try some local treats: lunch-time paella, fried fish, a variety of tapas or just a good glass of wine.


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Social Media Statistics in the UK and World Wide (including Internet stats) for 2019
There are different social media platforms found out there and online businesses and users always consider which platform to use according to the products or services they are offering because not all the platforms attract the same users. These platforms include Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, Pinterest, Tumblr, Google Plus, Reddit and LinkedIn – or at least those are the most famous ones out there.
In 2009 there was 1.7 million social media users in the UK which has exploded to more than 42 million users by the end of 2017. We are going to look at some of the most startling social media statistics in the UK for 2019.
99% of all adults aged 16 to 34 years were internet users in the UK, compared to 41% of adults aged 75 years and over.
The "over 55's" are showing the highest level of internet adoption in the UK in recent years.
But there are regional differences, Northern Ireland for example has the lowest internet use in the UK with only 84% in 2017. No surprise London is the region with the highest amount of internet users at 93%. Scotland and Wales both have 87% of adults using the internet regularly.
Looking more closely on the disabled internet users, we will find that 22% of disabled adults had NEVER used the internet in 2017.
1 in 10 adults have never used the internet in the UK, a total of 4.8 million people.
When it comes to the total average hours of internet usage in the UK, we have to say that 4 hours is the average time spent using the internet per day in the UK on Desktop/Laptop compared to 1 hour 47 minutes on a mobile device.
64% of the UK population use social media accounts at least every month (The Global average is 37%). The UAE leads the world with 99% social media use. 11% more people used social media in the UK this year compared to last year and 1 hour 48 minutes is spent on social media every day compared to 4 hours 17 minutes in the Philippines, 2 hours 6 minutes in the United States and just 40 minutes in Japan.
82% of UK individuals use mobile phones compared to Spain with the highest use in the world at 88%. The global average is 66%.
In the UK – Facebook is by far the most popular social media with a market share of 74% . YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, Google Plus, Pinterest, Snapchat, LinkedIn, Tumblr and Reddit all make up the chasing pack.
Facebook owns 2 of the most popular social networks – with the Facebook site itself and the Instagram App, but if we include "communication apps" Facebook also has Facebook Messenger and What'sApp Messenger.
Globally Facebook has 2 billion users, Instagram over 800 million users, What'sApp has 1.2 billion monthly users and over 1.2 billion monthly active users on Facebook messengers worldwide.
Facebook owns communications globally! Facebook is the most popular in the UK with 25-34 year old's.
Instagram in the UK has more than 20 million users, mostly in the 18-24 and 25-34 age group. Only 15% of UK Instagram users are over 45 years old.
LinkedIn has named London as the most connected city in the world and 1/3 of the UK population have some sort of profile. The average UK person has 144 connections, the 4th most connected country in the world.
Twitter is expected to have over 17 million users in the UK in 2018 with more than half of users expected to be age 34 or older.
Pinterest users in the UK are around 85% female and 57% of UK Pinterest users are through mobile, but males are a growing group. 87% of pinners have purchased a product because of Pinterest!
Snapchat users are in the 12-17 and 18-24 age group, while the use in older age groups is growing. It is estimated that in 2017 Snapchat will have around 13 million or 1/3 of all UK smartphone users using the app.
That's all with the social media statistics for 2017 and 2018 and how it is expected to grow in the coming year. We hope this was with any help for you if you were searching for some information about the statistics of social media.
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In the U.S.A., Memorial Day is today, June 14 is Flag Day, and July 4 is Independence Day, so you can't go wrong with a bit of patriotic decor this time of year. Here is my restyled Shantilly frame, a free art print on a hand-quilted table runner my daughter-in-law Tiffany gave me for my birthday, the 1776 pillow I made last summer, and a pinwheel bouquet (also a free printable!). Happy summer! ♥
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Peeps Garland!
I recently hung the Peeps garland I made last spring (out of felt, not the candy!). Here are the super-simple directions:
(1) Draw a simple bunny shape or find a free template online.
(2) Make the bunnies from felt, fabric scraps, construction paper, or scrapbook paper.
(3) Add the eye and nose dots with fabric paint, permanent marker, or embroidered French knots.
(4) Attach the bunnies to ric-rac, ribbon, rope, string, or twine using glue or hand or machine stitching.
You'll soon have a cheery pop of color for your spring décor. Have fun! ♥
My Shantilly frame got a makeover for February! The inspiration was this fun suit-on-a-hangar bookmark from my BFF Susan, and the words are letters snipped from alphabet fabric glued onto rectangles cut from last year's February calendar paper. Here are the ones for November, December, and January. Happy new month! ♥
Let It Snow!
In autumn I bought a fun chicken-wire frame at a craft show from Shantilly, and since then I've had fun restyling it for different holidays and seasons. November's design reminded us to give thanks, December's spoke of joy, and January's is all about snow . . . a clip-art mitten illustration mounted on scrapbook paper, letters snipped from alphabet fabric, and tiny clothespins to hold everything in place. ♥
Besides my felt peppermint wreath, another favorite decoration at our home is this set of decoupaged J-O-Y letters . . . I made them from upcycled Christmas cards! Click here for complete instructions as well as links to lots of other fun, crafty Christmas projects. ♥
Did you love sleepovers when you were a little girl? They were my favorite! Last weekend some fun girls in my family drove in for a "Crafty Cousins Slumber Party." We went out to eat, chatted, crafted, slept, ate breakfast casserole and cinnamon roll-ups, went to a big craft show (where my lovely daughter-in-law Shannon launched Shantilly!), and ended with lunch out with my dad. We made fabric flower brooches, Christmas cards (thanks Margo!) and earrings (thanks Karen!). If you heard laughter floating through the air Saturday night, now you know why. ♥
"Runs With . . . Scissors"
I found a cute brown and pink "saying" t-shirt for $1 at the crafter's sale and just had to buy it to make into a pillow for a fun-loving scrapbooker I know! One of my handmade flowers covers up a small bleach spot on the fabric and adds a bit of a-la-mode. Easy peasy! ♥


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The Thomas African Art Collection
Category : Artists in the News
The Thomas African Art Collection
The Thomas collection is a journey into the African culture through the grand collection of historian and fellow artist Mr. Ernest Thomas. I was moved to create the this body of work from the deep passion and education presented to me from Mr. Thomas. The talks I had with him about Africa and the artifacts he has in his collection, made a profound imprint on me and thrust me into creation mode. I must say, I have never been moved as much about African art as when I was talking to Mr. Thomas. This body of work is my vision and representation of the artifacts that I was introduced to. Today I bring you a new view of the African cultural mask in a rich vibrant style that will warm you're heart and excite you're mind.
My friends I present to you The Thomas African Art Collection by artist Vincent Keele!!!


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April 25, 2016
Our Crew keeps growing! We welcome our newest team member, Jonathan Pollard. He joins us as a Hotel Relations Coordinator. Join us in welcoming him to the team. Learn more about him below…
Tell us a little about yourself
I'm was born and raised in San Antonio and basically grew up fishing with my dad. I love everything about being outdoors and being in the water. Nowadays if you don't see me at the coast, chances are you will see me playing handball or jamming out on my piano.
What are your favorite hobbies?
Playing handball, playing the piano and cooking for groups and my friends. However, I can't stand cooking for myself.
What is your favorite sports team?
San Antonio Spurs (the best basketball team ever) and the Texas Longhorns.
What is your favorite place to travel and why?
Anywhere where I can swim at the beach and go fishing.
Why did you decide to join the H4H Crew?
I decided to join to help change the lives of kids around the world. The work Hotels for Hope does to improve the lives of kids is truly inspirational.