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22 Old Short Hills Road
Suite 214
Livingston, NJ 07039
22 Old Short Hills Road
Suite 214
Livingston, NJ 07039
Sever's disease, also known as calcaneal apophysitis, is a medical condition that causes heel pain in children's feet while they're growing. Sever's disease occurs most commonly in boys and girls between the ages of 8 and 14.
Sever's disease occurs when the child's growth plate, or the calcaneal epiphysis, an area attached to the Achilles tendon, is injured or when the muscles and tendons of the growing foot do not keep pace with bone growth. The result is constant pain experienced at the back of the heel and the inability to put any weight on the heel. This forces the child to bear weight on their toes while walking. When a toe gait develops, the child must change the way they walk to avoid placing weight on the painful heel. If this is not properly addressed, this can lead to further developmental problems.
The most common symptom of Sever's disease is acute pain felt in the heel when a child engages in physical activity such as walking, jumping or running. Children who are active athletes are among the group most susceptible to experiencing Sever's disease. This is due to the extreme stress and tension placed on their growing feet. The rolling movement of the foot during walking or running and obesity are both additional conditions linked to causing Sever's disease.
The first step in treating Sever's disease is to rest the foot and leg and avoid physical activity. Over the counter pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory medications can be helpful for reducing the amount of heel pain. A child with Sever's disease should also wear shoes that properly support the heel and the arch of the foot. Consider purchasing orthotic shoe inserts which can help support the heel and foot while it is healing. Most patients with Sever's disease symptoms report an eventual elimination of heel pain after wearing orthotic insoles that support the affected heel.
Sever's disease may affect either one heel or both. It is important for a child experiencing heel pain to be examined by a foot doctor who can apply the squeeze test. The squeeze test compresses both sides of the heel in order to determine if there is intense pain. Discourage any child diagnosed with Sever's disease from going barefoot as this can intensify the problem. Apply ice packs to the affected painful heel two or three times a day for pain relief.
Exercises that help stretch the calf muscles and hamstrings are effective at treating Sever's disease. An exercise known as foot curling has also proven to be very effective at treating Sever's disease. When foot curling, the foot is pointed away from the body, then curled toward the body to help stretch the muscles. The curling exercise should be done in sets of 10 or 20 repetitions and repeated several times throughout the day.
Treatment methods can continue for at least 2 weeks and as long as 2 months before the heel pain completely disappears. A child can continue doing daily stretching exercises for the legs and feet to prevent Sever's disease from returning.
Gout, typically found in diabetic patients, is an unusually painful form of arthritis caused by elevated levels of uric acid in the bloodstream. The condition typically strikes the big joint on the big toe. It has also been known to strike the knees, elbows, fingers, ankles and wrists—generally anywhere that has a functioning, moving joint.
The high level of uric acid in a person's bloodstream creates the condition known as hyperuricema—the main cause of gout. Genetic predisposition occurs in nine out of ten sufferers. The children of parents who suffer gout will have a two in ten chance of developing the condition as well.
This form of arthritis, being particularly painful, is the leftover uric acid crystallizing in the blood stream. The crystallized uric acid then travels to the space between joints where they rub, causing friction when the patient moves. Symptoms include: pain, redness, swelling, and inflammation. Additional side effects may include fatigue and fever, although reports of these effects are very rare. Some patients have reported that pain may intensify when the temperature drops, such as when you sleep.
Most cases of gout are easily diagnosed by a podiatrist's assessment of the various symptoms. Defined tests can also be performed. A blood test to detect elevated levels of uric acid is often used as well as an x-ray to diagnose visible and chronic gout.
Treatment for gout simply means eliminating symptoms. Non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs (Colchicine and other corticosteroid drugs, etc.) will quell the redness, the swelling, and the inflammation. However, managing your diet, lifestyle changes, and using preventative drugs are all helpful toward fully combating the most severe cases.
Those that lead an inactive lifestyle are at a higher risk for gout. Any amount of exercise decreases the probability of repeat encounters with the condition. Reducing your consumption of red meat, sea food, and fructose-sweetened drinks also reduces the likelihood of chronic gout as well.
Ingesting Vitamin C, coffee, and particular dairy products can help with maintaining a healthy lifestyle. There are new drugs out on the market that inhibit the body's production of uric acid-producing enzymes. However, reducing or eliminating your overall levels of uric acid is the best remedy to ensuring you lead a gout-free life.
Flatfoot is a foot condition in which the arch of the foot has either partially or totally dropped or has never developed. While it is common in babies and small children, it can become a problem for them in adulthood if the arch never forms. For adults, the development of flat feet can be brought upon by injury, as a result of pregnancy due to increased elasticity, or obesity. Those who have health concerns such as rheumatoid arthritis or diabetes may also be at greater risk for developing the condition.
If you suspect that you have flat feet, it is best to consult your podiatrist. Your foot doctor will examine the suspected foot and observe how it looks while you sit and stand. He or she may take an X-ray to determine how serious the condition is. Some common signs of flatfoot include toe drift, in which the toes and front part of the foot point outward, a short Achilles tendon, and a heel that tilts outwardly while the ankle tilts inward.
Once flatfoot has been diagnosed, your podiatrist may suggest one of several treatment options. Flat feet can be rigid, in which the feet appear to have no arch even when the person is not standing; or flexible, in which the person appears to have an arch while not standing, but once standing the arch disappears. Those with flexible flatfoot may be told to reduce any activities that cause pain and to avoid extended periods of walking or standing. Another suggestion may be weight loss, as excessive weight may be placing pressure on the arches
In few cases, if the condition is severe and all other methods have been exhausted surgery may be required. This is normally avoided, however, due to a lengthy recovery time and high cost.
One out of ten broken bones is reported to be in the feet. When an object crushes, bends, or stretches the bone beyond acceptable ranges, bones break. A break in the foot is either a fracture or a straight break.
The location of any break can tell you how the break happened. Toes, for instance, break typically as a result of something being kicked hard and with great force. Heel breaks almost always are a result of an improper landing from a tall height. Twists or sprains are the other two frequent occurrences. As with all usual breaks, they result from unexpected accident or sudden injury. As with stress fractures, breaks form as a process over time from repeated stress on already present cracks. Runners, dancers, and gymnasts are the usual athletes who receive this type of break. Stress fractures result from incredible pressure on the feet. It is no surprise these athletes bear the majority of reported fractures.
Pain, swelling, bruising, and redness are all indicative of the typical symptoms from a broken foot. Severe pain—to the point of not being able to walk—usually depends on the location of the break in the foot. Toes are on the lower scale of pain threshold, but heels are high, as are a few other particular bones. As the severity of the broken foot increases, symptoms like blueness, numbness, misshaping of the foot, cuts, or deformities will become apparent. These symptoms indicate the need to see a medical professional with access to an x-ray facility.
Prior to seeing a specialist, precautions should be taken to reduce pain and swelling. Elevate and stabilize the foot, and refrain from moving it. Immobilization of the foot is the next priority, so creating a homemade splint is acceptable. Keep in mind that while creating a splint, any increase of pain or cutting off blood circulation means that the splint should be removed immediately. Use ice to decrease swelling and relieve pain symptoms.
When dealing with a medical center, the patient should note that the treatment can vary. The treatment will depend on the severity of the fracture and the cause of the break. Crutches, splits, or casts are common treatments while surgery has been known to be used in more severe cases in order to repair the break in the bones.
Our feet are important in our everyday lives. The problem is that we tend to neglect them. When this becomes a habit, it can cause significant trouble. Ignoring foot problems can mean pain, limited mobility, and expensive doctor's visits. On the other hand, if feet are cared for and looked after regularly, they will perform without pain or complication.
Routine hygiene is the most basic way to care for the feet. Wash and dry them thoroughly daily. Remember to get between the toes and keep the toenails trimmed and short. If the feet feel dry or there are signs of dryness or cracking, use a moisturizer designed for the feet.
When using moisturizer on the feet, try to avoid applying between the toes. If cream or lotion sits too long, they can cause fungal and bacterial growth. When moisturizer is used between the toes, it can also cause the skin to soften too much.
Shoes are also an important aspect of foot care. When one is picking out shoes, make sure they are the correct size. Shoes need to be snug, but not too tight. On the other hand, if shoes are too loose they can cause foot problems as well. It is highly recommended that shopping for new shoes be done later in the day. The reason for this is that the feet will have settled and swelled to their full size by then. To keep your feet at their most healthy, avoid wearing high heels or flip flops too often. Instead, choose shoes that are good for your feet. Good shoes pad the soles of your feet and support the arches and ankles.
Socks should also be worn daily with closed-toe shoes. They may feel hot during the summer months, but they absorb sweat and moisture off the feet. Without socks, the build-up of sweat in a closed-toe shoe can cause fungal problems and athlete's foot.
The best thing to remember in every day foot care is that shoes do make a difference. If you spend a lot of time on your feet, make sure that your shoes show no signs of wear. Shoes should offer ample support for the arches and the overall foot. Additionally, try to make foot cleaning and maintenance a daily habit. If you keep these things in mind, your feet will stay healthy and safe.


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┌── Nathan Hinshaw │ c1824-1864 ┌── Walter Scott Hinshaw ─────┤ │ 1855-1916 │ │ └── Sarah Burks │ c1830-1898 John Scott Hinshaw ────┤ B: 1894 │ D: 1954 │ No Issue └── Mary Elizabeth Williams 1858-1945 M: Arrie Francis Brown
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Born Apr 16 1894, Texas.1,2,3,4 (Apr 16 1893).5,6,7
On Jun 5 1917, John Scott Hinshaw, age 24, registered for the World War I draft in Paris, Lamar County, Texas. He declared his residence as Brookston, Texas, and his birthplace as Heryrove [unclear], Texas. His occupation was shown as farming, self employed, "at my home". He was shown as single, with a dependent mother. He was recorded as tall, slender, gray eyes, brown hair.5
John was shown in the 1920 census (Jan 5 1920), Lamar County, Texas:3
He married Arrie Francis Brown, about 1927.1,4 Arrie was born Jan 26 1891, Arkansas.1,2,4
John Scott and Arrie lived in Lamar County, Texas.1,4 No children.1
John and family were shown in the 1930 census (Apr 8 1930), Lamar County, Texas:4
Arrie died Aug 13 1937, buried Restland Cemetery, Roxton, Lamar County, Texas.1,2 Medical: Arrie died from breast cancer.1
John Scott Hinshaw died Apr 24 1954, buried Restland Cemetery, Roxton, Lamar County, Texas.1,2
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Mosque of Wazir Khan, Lahore 1463
Artist: Anonymous
Medium: Watercolour
Date: 1860
Watercolour of the mosque of Wazir Khan in Lahore, Pakistan, by an anonymous artist working in the Punjab style, c. 1860. Inscribed in Persian characters: 'Masjid i Wazir Khan.'
The mosque depicted here was built in 1634 by Hakim Ilmud Din, popularly known as Wazir Khan and Viceroy of Punjab during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. This period is characterised by great architectural innovations in Lahore, generated by the prosperity of the Mughal Empire. The walls of the Wazir Khan mosque are covered with mosaics made of glazed pottery and tiles. Inside the mosque, panels displaying verses from the Koran are the main decor. The four octagonal minarets are a distinctive feature, and this mosque is one of earliest to use this type.


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To hear some conservative commenters tell it, Indiana should be wiping the floor with Ohio and Michigan.
Afterall, Detroit's fundamental problem is its liberalness, according to the Wall Street Journal. And Ohio Governor John Kasich, he's busy curing all the state's ailments with "business friendliness." Ditto goes for "open for business" Wisconsin.
It's difficult to say whether Indiana is truly more economically healthy than its neighbors to the northeast and east. But one thing is clear, while Ohio and Michigan residents might be racing for the door, they're not tripping over eachother at the Indiana border.
Aaron Renn (props!) over at the Urbanophile is displaying a chart showing migration to Indiana from Ohio and Michigan. In these tough economic times, Indiana's grown no more appealing, relatively, than during the past. In fact, migration to Indiana from Ohio and Michigan is down overall.
Is this telling, guys? I'm curious about your opinion. Anyone have an evidence, anecdotal or otherwise, that Indiana is kicking buckeye/wolverine hiney, you know economy-wise?
I guess we'll have the final answer about whether conservative politics can save Ohio and Michigan just as soon as their prospects start turning around thanks to the Kasich/Walker dynasties.


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* Stringham high: We have neighbors! Both houses across the road from us are now occupied. Our new neighbors just started moving in Wednesday evening. Now we just need to meet them. Waiting for the right time, since they seem to have movers and contractors and other helpers there constantly. We're planning for today...we just have to get our social sides kicked in the butt to take our new neighbors the welcome basket we made them (well, and M has to make some of his tasty bread to go with the basket).
* Stringham low: What's there to be low about? I've been working my tushy off freelancing, and it's been fun!
* Stringham super-high: We had a red strawberry yesterday! It was smile, and it wasn't fully ripe yet, but M snipped it off because he didn't want the birds getting to it first. (Oh, and we picked up a WiiFit when we went grocery shopping last night--first time we'd SEEN one, and there were bunches and bunches...stayed up until 3 AM playing and working.)
Friday, May 29, 2009
More Change than President Obama
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Yoshitomo Nara & Hiroshi Sugito
Yoshitomo Nara & Hiroshi Sugito
Over the Rainbow
Ten-color lithograph, inserted in the special clothbound edition of the book
Sheet size: 25.5 x 21 cm
Limited edition of 100 copies, of which 50 signed copies are available from Hatje Cantz.
Each lithograph is a one-of-a-kind piece reworked by the artists in crayon and is therefore not numbered.
out of print
€ 800.00


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Opening times for ALDI in Clitheroe
ALDI Clitheroe is a store belonging to ALDI group. It is open on: Mon - Sat: 8AM - 10PM, on Sunday 11AM - 5PM. This store's address is: Whalley Road,, BB7 1HT, Clitheroe. ALDI Clitheroe is visited by many people living in nearby towns like Barrow, Chatburn, Dunsop Bridge, Gisburn, Hurst Green.
Other places nearby
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Bargain Booze in Clitheroe, 1 Woone Lane (0.17 mile)
Boots in Clitheroe (0.38 mile)
Caffe Nero in Clitheroe (0.40 mile)
Costa Coffee in Clitheroe (0.38 mile)
Homebase in Clitheroe (0.27 mile)
Pets at Home in Clitheroe (0.01 mile)
Post Office in Clitheroe (0.41 mile)
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The Co Op Food in Clitheroe (0.06 mile)
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… Where We Raise Future Olympians
Our beginner-level Fencing 101 classes introduce new fencers to the Olympic sport of fencing. We believe that a fencer's first steps on the fencing strip are the most important ones they will ever take. That's why all our Fencing 101 classes follow Zeta's unique approach of introducing fencing to children that was developed by Olympic coach and fencing master Zoran Tulum. His unique teaching methods have produced national champions, NCAA champions, world champions, and Olympians. The Academy's approach to teaching is based on the following principles:
- Age-appropriate teaching: We offer separate classes for every age group so that our coaches can adapt their teaching style to the age and maturity of their students and keep children engaged and challenged at all times. Regardless of the age group, all classes are taught with "real," Olympic-style fencing weapons and uniforms.
- Small groups: All classes are limited in size. That's how we guarantee the individual attention every student needs in order to master the complex sport of fencing.
- 90-minute classes: Our classes last 90 minutes because new fencers have to develop various, very different skill sets. We take the time to work on agility and fitness, footwork, bladework, and bouting strategies in every class to develop competent, healthy fencers.
- Sportsmanship and Olympic values: Beyond athletic skills, our classes encompass the traditions and values of the Olympic sport of fencing. Our fencers practice true sportsmanship and become supportive teammates. We teach our students the history and the art of fencing and believe that both are crucial elements of our sport.
- Minimum age of 8 years: Fencing is a challenging sport with rules that can be hard to understand and moves that can be difficult to execute for young children. Because our Fencing 101 classes prepare students for competitive fencing, we recommend to let children under the age of 8 develop their motor skills with age-appropriate workouts and join our program when they are ready.
Fencing 101
This class is an introduction to fencing for beginners. Students master the fundamental skills of fencing. While fencers learn about all three disciplines of fencing (épée, foil, sabre), they focus on épée. Each class session consists of seven weekly classes; new students are welcome to join at the beginning of each new session. Students stay in this class for several sessions until our coaches are sure that they are ready to move on to the next level.
All fencing equipment will be provided by the club, but for safety reasons students are required to wear clean fencing shoes, long loose-fitting sweat pants and a T-shirt during class. Please read our full guidelines here.
The class is offered for two different age groups: youth 10/Y10 (ages 8-10) and youth 12/Y12 (ages 11-13).
Youth 10: Tuesday 5:00-6:30 pm or Saturday 11:00 am-12:30 pm (pick one day)
Youth 12: Thursday 5:00-6:30 pm or Saturday 12:30-2:00 pm (pick one day)
Class Schedule & Fees
New fencers can join at the beginning of each session. Class sessions for the 2018-2019 season:
- Session 1: Tuesday, September 11, 2018 – Saturday, October 27, 2018
- Session 2: Tuesday, October 30, 2018 – Saturday, December 22, 2018 (no classes during Thanksgiving break: Monday, November 19 – Sunday, November 25)
- Session 3: Tuesday, January 8, 2019 – Saturday, March 2, 2019 (no classes during school break: Monday, February 18 – Sunday, February 24)
- Session 4: Tuesday, March 5, 2019 – Saturday, April 27, 2019 (no classes during school break: Monday, April 15 – Sunday, April 21)
- Session 5: Tuesday, April 30, 2019 – Saturday, June 15, 2019
You can download the class schedule for the 2018-2019 season here (PDF).
Each 7-week class session costs $280. The class fee includes rental of full fencing equipment that the club will provide.
We offer a family discount for all our classes. The first family member pays the full price, every additional family member receives a 25% discount on class fees. If family members are participating in programs with different fees, the higher-priced program has to be paid in full and the family discount is applied to the lower-priced program.
In order to register, bring or mail the following to Zeta Fencing:
- Completed registration form: Download here or pick one up at the club. We need a completed and hand-signed form. You can either mail in/drop off the hard copy, or email a clearly readable scan/photo.
- Proof of USA Fencing membership: Our insurance requires that all students become members of USA Fencing. A non-competitive membership costs $10 per year. Find more information and detailed instructions here.
- Payment: Please indicate on your registration form which type pf payment you choose. Class payments can be made (1) by check or cash, please hand in with your registration form; (2) automated payments via online banking, please write date of your bank's confirmation on the registration form, or (3) online credit card or bank payment through PayPal, please click on the button below and write date of payment confirmation on the registration form.
We ask all fencers and parents to read and acknowledge Zeta Fencing's Code of Conduct. By signing a registration form, you agree to its terms.
Class size is limited, so early registration is recommended. Spots are awarded on a first come, first served basis. We only hold spots for complete registrations with full payment and proof of USA Fencing membership.
You can pay your class fees below, but please remember that we cannot process your registration without a completed registration form in addition to your payment:


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Eight Bells Mountain InnFound in: Cottages, Garden Route, Guestfarms, Guesthouses / B&B, Honeymoon Destinations, Hotels, Mosselbay, Treetops Hideaways, Wedding Venues
Situated in South Africa's picturesque Garden Route, Eight Bells Mountain Inn nestles in the Ruiterbos Valley Region at the foot of the Robinson Pass on the R328 between Mossel Bay (35kms away) and Oudtshoorn (50kms away).
Inn keepers Peter and Jean Brown acquired Eight Bells 28 years ago and together with members of their family and staff, have created a charming Inn renowned for its friendly hospitality and superb recreational facilities amidst magnificent mountain scenery. The Inn's proximity to the green coastal scenery of the Garden Route and the timeless Little Karoo allows for easy exploration of the natural wonders, scenic mountain passes and diverse attractions that the two regions have.
Here you can feel at home in a choice of tastefully decorated en-suite bedrooms, family units, air-conditioned log cabins and thatched rondavels set in enchanting gardens and shared by an abundance of birdlife. Tasty teas and lunches are served on the Garden Terrace and a good wine list complements The Oak Room's à la carte menu for dinner.
Swimming, tennis, squash, bowls, billiards, kids play-park, playroom, horse riding, walking trails and birding are all on the estate. Your gateway to explore mountain passes and the region's many natural scenic wonders.
Accommodation at Eight Bells
Feel at home in a choice of tastefully decorated en suite bedrooms, family units, air-conditioned log cabins and thatched rondavels set in enchanting gardens, shared by an abundance of birdlife.
All rooms and log cabins are equipped with under-floor heating, a digital safe, direct dial telephone, hairdryer and television set with a bouquet of channels being SABC 2 and 3, E-TV, MNet, Super Sport 1, Super Sport 2, Movie Magic, Kyknet and Disney Channel.
The Palm Court rooms have digitally remote controlled ceiling fans, the Pool Terrace and Rose Court rooms have table fans and the Swiss Village log cabins and suite are air-conditioned.
A same-day guest laundry service is also provided 365 days a year - weather permitting.
Directions to Eight Bells Mountain Inn - Ruiterbosch Valley, at the foot of Robinson Pass between Mossel Bay (35 km) and Oudtshoorn (50 km).
Check In / Out Times
Features and Facilities at Eight Bells Mountain Inn
- 4 Stars - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa
- AA Recommended
- Portfolio Collection
- Dinner Served
- Lunch Served
- Restaurant on the Premises
- A la carte Menu Offered
- Breakfast Served
- Bar on the Premises
- Parking Available
- Braai / Barbecue
- Pool Table
- Communal Satelite TV
- Squash Court
- Fax
- Swimming Pool
- Fireplace on the Premises
- Tennis Court
- Garden
Facilities in Rooms/Units
- Air-Conditioning in Rooms
- Heater in Rooms
- Radios in Rooms
- Television in Rooms
For Whom
- Solo Travellers
- Family
- Honeymoon
- Forest
- Gliding - Traditional
- Hang Gliding
- Bird Watching
- Hiking / Backpacking
- Countryside
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Institutional & Office
Stradivari Music & Arts Center
Build-out for a Music Arts Center in a Vintage High-Rise Office Building
Chicago, IL
FDA was asked to develop a design for an entire floor in a downtown vintage high-rise office building to be reconfigured as a music and arts center. The center includes a violin sales, teaching and repair business and a variety of other music related businesses and groups. The center of the floor plan is an acoustically separated recital room/recording studio. FDA worked with an acoustical consultant to lay out the design parameters of the recital room/recording studio. Fundraising efforts are currently underway to allow the construction of the recital room/recording studio.


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Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have won 3 games out of 8 which makes them 6th in the points table. Before the win against Mumbai Indians (MI), RCB had only 2 wins in 7 games which pushed them even lower in the points table.
The fans of opposition teams, as expected, took a dig at the Virat Kohli led team after their poor outing in the IPL 2018. But not only rival fans, but a cafe in Karnataka, 'Harsha Cafe', who backed the team to lift the trophy with the tagline 'Ee Sala Cup Namade' (This year cup is ours) on their bills, later roasted them after the bad performance.
When RCB failed to show an urge to lift the trophy with their game, Harsha Cafe changed the tagline from 'Ee Sala Cup Namade' to 'Next Sala Cup Namade' (Next year cup is ours).
The picture is doing rounds on social media and fans are having a good laugh about it. RCB will have to win at least 5 out of their remaining 6 matches to stay in contention of qualification for the play-off.
Here is the picture:
Next sala cup namde pic.twitter.com/ZjiIl3QmEw— Gadappa (@centurygowdaa) May 1, 2018


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to the community trust, with services
continuing. So on paper at least it has
the potential to provide the necessary
human and financial resources, thus
keeping the building in use. However,
the legal complications are not for
the faint hearted and I know of only
a few examples where this is being
attempted or has been achieved. In
those cases, things are going well.
The Church of England has recently
endorsed the idea of designating some
of its church buildings as 'festival
churches'. There are many variants
of the idea, but the core feature of a
festival church (FC) is removal of the
requirement for regular services.
One FC model is that the parish
remains responsible for the church.
Although not used for regular services,
the building remains consecrated and
may perhaps be used for Christian
festivals, weddings and so on. A number
of dioceses, including Lincoln and Ely,
are considering using this model, and
I suspect it may become common.
With this model, all costs and
responsibilities remain with the parish,
which will worship in one of its other
church buildings. Although this saves
a little money, it does nothing to
involve more people or give the church
building a new purpose and on its
own it is hard to see this as anything
other than a stop-gap solution.
An influential 2013 blogpost about FCs by
Canon Anna Norman-Walker suggested
that the diocese should be financially
responsible for churches which were
no longer required for regular worship.
Each local community should pay for
use of their church building, with the fee
depending on what church services and
other types of usage they want.
On the face of it, this has the
potential to help bring in funds,
involve new people and create new
uses so long as sufficient interest can
be generated in use of the building.
However, if costs exceed income, then
the diocese will effectively be 'taxing'
active congregations in order to support
unneeded buildings. I know of no
examples of this model, but the diocese
of Exeter – where some 90 churches
have been identified as candidates for
FC status – may be exploring it.
Another model is for a diocesan trust to
take responsibility for the church (for
example, a parish may contract with the
trust to this end). The church is more
or less dormant, but will be used for six
or more services per year in order to
preserve its right to apply for grants. The
literature on this model does not mention
community use and the implied purpose
of the building is that it is to be enjoyed
for its beauty and history and presence in
the landscape.
This does nothing to engage
more people, and it may therefore be
appropriate for churches in sparsely
populated areas. The model is sustainable
only so long as the trust has the money
and incentive to keep the building in
good repair. Such a trust has been set
up in the Diocese of Norwich, although
it is not believed to be looking after
any churches at present, partly at least
because of unresolved legal issues.
About 20 churches a year are no longer
needed for worship and are closed (or
'made redundant', although this phrase
is now less commonly used). A few of
these are transferred to the care of a local
community trust. Some 40 churches are
known to be in this situation, but this
is certainly an underestimate. The most
common pattern is for the church to be
used occasionally for meetings, including
fundraising events for the community
trust; sometimes it becomes an active
community hub.
The evidence shows that these
community trusts are often effective at
looking after the building and generating
a good level of involvement from local
people. Their greatest difficulty seems to
lie not in raising funds, but in continuity
of personnel. So both in principle and
in practice it seems that these trusts
are succeeding in finding the necessary
resources for the buildings, maintaining
them as public spaces.
Rural church buildings need pounds,
people and purpose if they are to survive
as public buildings for the benefit of all.
Shrinking congregations are putting them
under pressure, but the government-led
task force exploring the issue will find
there are a number of models to keep the
buildings in the public domain which are
worthy of consideration and support.
Further Information
Church of England,
Report of the Church
Buildings Review Group
, 2015, and
Released for Mission: Growing the
Rural Church
, 2015 (both available atwww.churchofengland.org)
T Cooper, 'The Church of England
and "Festival Churches"' in
Law &
Religion UK
, 14 February, 2016(http://bc-url.com/festival_churches)
T Cooper,
How Do We Keep Our Parish
, 2004 and
For Public Benefit:
Churches Cared for by Trusts
, 2014
(both available at ecclsoc.org)
B Payne,
Churches for Communities:
Adapting Oxfordshire's Churches
for Wider Use
, Oxfordshire Historic
Churches Trust, Oxford, 2014
The e-newsletter of the Historic
Religious Buildings Alliance (www.
hrballiance.org.uk) will carry updates
on the
English Churches and Cathedrals
Sustainability Review
is chair of the Historic
Religious Buildings Alliance (HRBA), which
brings together those working for a secure
future for historic religious buildings.
The HRBA is a group within the Heritage
Alliance. He is also chair of the Council of the
Ecclesiological Society.
The opinions expressed here are those
of the author, not necessarily of any
organisation with which he is associated.
Kedington, Suffolk: a church which is very clearly a
public building, open to all


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On Saturday, Feb. 28, the Boone Police Department received a report of a breaking and entering and vandalism at the Horn in the West property off Horn in the West Drive. The perpetrators used spray paint to vandalize the property resulting in approximately $3,000 in damage. Numerous buildings were entered and damaged.
During this investigation, it was learned that there was more than one suspect. It was also learned that the suspects had also vandalized several other locations in the same manner. The Boone Police Department has been investigating this case and has made two previous arrests.
On April 15, a third suspect was arrested and charged for the vandalism.
The arrestee in this case is David Eric Marder, 19, of Hardin Street in Boone. He was charged with two misdemeanors for damage to real property and defacing a public building.
Marder's court date was set for May 21, 2015, in Boone District Court and his conditions of release were set as a $1,000 secured bond.


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At Toni's Kitchen, we are so grateful for all of the donations we get from so many in our community. But we have a special place in our hearts for the kids who bake, cook, pack, and deliver healthy food for our guests. We have a long tradition at Toni's of welcoming young people into the kitchen and into our programs. We love when kids learn the message of giving and helping those in need at an early age. Here's some recent examples of how kids pitch in at Toni's:
Stella and Emma made these trays of homemade lasagna and donated them. Our guests can heat up the lasagna at home and enjoy!
Lilly delivered cookies from Linden Avenue School in Glen Ridge:
Charlie recently celebrated her 4th birthday by asking her friends to support her community and Toni's Kitchen:
Lola and Zoe Zimet worked all afternoon with Riley O'Sullivan to make a lovely take-away for our guests:
Thanks to all the amazing kids who make it happen at Tonis' Kitchen!


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Wirecutter's Standing Desk Review Pay to Play Strategy
I am writing to share an untold story about a very popular website review site called the Wirecutter. This site is one of the most popular websites in the US – with over 8.6 million visits per month according to Alexa. This is a story about deception and kickbacks. It's a story about making advertisements look like journalism, known as commerce journalism. Like millions of people, we had never heard this term until recently.
The Short Story
First, The Wirecutter claims on its website that the Evodesk is $300 more than the Jarvis. This is simply not true. Second, the Wirecutter claims that they ordered an Evodesk and the predrilled holes were crooked or improperly spaced. Evodesk rubberwood desktops are precision drilled at our factory in the USA using a 10 foot CNC automated table router. Precision CNC routers do not drill crooked holes. This claim is highly suspect at best.
In yet another derogatory claim, the Wirecutter states "The predrilled holes and a rubberwood model we purchased in 2016 were alternatively narrow or loose, and the desk didn't feel seated on the frame". If this is true, it is a simple case of the wrong screws were used to attach the desktop. We offer two types of screws. One type for metal inserts which are found on our composite wood desktops, and one type for hardwoods. The screws cannot be interchanged. We have no record of the Wirecutter bringing this to our attention. If true, it could have been easily resolved.
Most people do not realize that the Wirecutter is an affiliate site, earning money when the "top pick" sells. Furthermore, we have previously had a very bad experience where The Wirecutter wanted "kickbacks" in exchange for a review. Yes it is true.
The Wirecutter once gave NextDesk products a glowing review. The Wirecutter standing desk review named the NextDesk Terra "The Best Standing Desk". Then the CEO of the Wirecutter sent the NextDesk CEO an email to solicit kickbacks. (Wirecutter CEO even used the word "kickbacks" in his email. See copy of that email below. NextDesk believes it makes the best product on the market (others agree, see actual reviews by truly independent sources like Digital Trends and PC Gamer) and did not need to pay any affiliate site kickbacks for standing desk reviews so it refused to pay the Wirecutter any money.
The Wirecutter boasts that their standing desk reviews and all reviews are "Independently Chosen Editorial Picks". That's why we were shocked by this email from the CEO of The Wirecutter:
The Long Story
I am writing to share an untold story about a very popular website review site called the Wirecutter. This site is one of the most popular websites in the US – with over 8.6 million visits per month according to Alexa. This is a story about deception and kickbacks. It's a story about making advertisements look like journalism, known as commerce journalism. Like millions of people, we had never heard this term until recently.
Back in 2013, Time said this about the Wirecutter:
At the surface, the Wirecutter does look like a smart, reliable buying guide. That's exactly what we thought when our company was first contacted by the Wirecutter back in 2013. But when you begin peeling back the layers, it's something entirely different.
The Wirecutter is a paid affiliate site that pushes kickbacks like a used car salesman from the 80's.
In 2012 NextDesk was approached by the wirecutter, founded by Brian Lam. Our small company, NextDesk is a manufacturer of standing desks. Our products have earned significant applause and accolades from many trusted sources over the years. For legitimate unpaid standing desk reviews, see www.nextdesks.com/reviews.
Based on our initial research, we agreed to send them a Terra standing desk for review. They reviewed NextDesk and 6 other standing desks.
We received the following email from the Wirecutter a few days before the article:
Payment Request #1
This was the first time our company had ever been asked to pay someone for reviewing our product. We thought it was odd, and had to research what "affiliate program" actually meant. The pay to play model was not one that we had ever used before and we had no intention of paying for standing desk reviews. This seemed like a major conflict of interest.
Payment Request #2
NextDesk declined to pay.
NextDesk Gets a Glowing Review on the Wirecutter
August 29, 2013, Wirecutter published their standing desk review. Here's what they said:
Here's what the Wirecutter writer of the article said:
The Wirecutter ultimately said: The best electronic adjustable height desk is the NextDesk Terra.
Also important is what the Wirecutter said about another desk, the Ergo Depot Jarvis Fully desk (later name changed to Fully:
They are noisier and clunkier. It's a more basic technology, so it's cheaper.
Payment Request #3
NextDesk declined to pay.
Payment Request - #4 -- Brian Lam sends inquiry to NextDesk website
NextDesk declined to pay.
Payment Request - #5 -- Brian Lam sends email to NextDesk
I'm reaching out because we've had a lot of great success with our readership with our standing desk article that features NextDesk and I wanted to see if there was a way we could try to work together on promoting and supporting the guide we did.
NextDesk declined to pay.
The Wirecutter Applies Subtle Pressure
The Wirecutter updates their site with this statement:
6/24/14 WAIT: June 24, 2014 Setting this guide to wait status while we research new models. Our current pick is still decent with no major flaws, so if you need a new standing desk right away, this is still a good choice.
Payment Request #6 – Brian Lam Says we Support our Work Through Kickbacks
So with our standing desks guide, it's a rare case where we have no such agreement and the piece itself is the most expensive one we do.
Would you ever be open to figuring out such an arrangement where we can both support our work and grow together? Also, I would like to talk to you and just hear the origin stories of Next Desk. As you can imagine, we are in our editorial and publishing world trying to win market share from much bigger and better funded places, with only our wits and our ideas and work to compete with. I'm sure you can relate given the quality of your desks and the fact you're kicking butt of big furniture makers.
Is there a good time I can call you back?
Brian Lam
NextDesk declined to pay.
The Wirecutter Flip Flops
At this point, the Wirecutter has attempted to get paid and get kickbacks from NextDesk on at least 6 times. NextDesk does not wish to pay for standing desk reviews. The Wirecutter now flips their pick to a competing product. Here is the update to their website article on standing desks:
But for most people, the Jarvis offers all of the benefits of the Terra for less than half the price.
After we declined the Wirecutter's "Pay to Play" offers, the Wirecutter flipped the recommendation to the Ergodepot Jarvis (now called Fully). In an Ergodepot Jarvis desk review, it called the Ergodepot desk "noiser and clunkier". Now it's the top pick and you can purchase it by clicking one of their 8 links to buy the desk. Many of these links were to Amazon, who pays the Wirecutter each every time a product is purchased.
Independent reviews are extremely valuable to the community, but all reviews should be fair, unbiased and honest. We believe that millions of people are being mislead by the Wirecutter each and every month. We believe that consumers have no idea the review their reading may be motivated by much more than a desire to write about great products.
Please contact us if The Wirecutter has solicited kickbacks from your company.
4/22/17 NextDesk Response to The Wirecutter Response
I am writing to address several points and correct some factual inaccuracies. You call our claims false but they are backed by emails from your employees, including your own CEO, plus historical records of your website as archived in the Way Back Time Machine. The only one making false claims is you.
First, you attempt to build the illusion that your "business team" and "editorial team" are independent. In your response you claim, "our editorial staff makes recommendations without knowledge of affiliate relationships or fees." This is blatantly false. The truth is your editorial staff and your business salespeople work very closely together and in fact, it's sometimes the exact same person.
Case in point #1 – we received an email from your CEO where he says:
"Dan, thanks for your phone call. Helluva week here with me doing everything from writing to editing to being ceo. I'm sure you know what its like. Small business problems. I'm glad that Jacqui connected you with our writer. He's a special guy for the project, since as you know, few editorial outlets have the guts to really look at standing desks. That's part of something I wanted to talk to you about. We're having problems figuring out how to cover the costs for this standing desk guide going forward after crunching the numbers. Our site thrives on a model that is basically that if we do high quality content and feature high quality gear, and readers buy it, we support the work through kickbacks."
I believe most would interpret this statement as:
We offered a review desk to your CEO and the response was basically "pay us a kickback". So, the only NextDesk you've ever reviewed was our original model that is now 4 years old (2-3 versions ago) when we've made many improvements and added 4-5 new models to our lineup.
Case in point #2-
If the "business team" and "editorial teams" are truly independent, then why are they working together in tandem, even before the article was ever published to extract kickbacks from our company? Before the Wirecutter published the Standing Desk guide, we received an email from your "business team" member Christopher Mascari where he says "Mark Lukach, who is writing our Best Standing Desk guide, passed me your contact info. I wanted to reach out to you before we published our guide and ask if you guys offer any affiliate program on nextdesks.com?" Now why would your writer "editorial team" tell your "business team" contact us right before the review published. Maybe to exert some pressure and get a kickback?
Second, you seem to place significance on the fact that the Wirecutter recommended NextDesk product until February 2015. That's because the Wirecutter spent an entire year attempting to get kickbacks/affiliate fees from NextDesk. In fact, we were asked 6 times. Then you finally found another company that paid you affiliate fees and you switched your pick. But you didn't want to make it look obvious. So you slowly made changes over a period of time to make our product appear worse, and the competitor (source of kickbacks) appear better. Furthermore, you were always certain to test the latest generation of the Ergot Depot Jarvis, but always compared it to the 4 year old version of the NextDesk Terra. Yes, we offered to provide new updated models but you refused unless we paid a kickback.
Third, in your response you say "another company had entered the field with something nearly as good but for half the price" and "We kept NextDesk's offering as an alternate recommendation within the guide due to its quality and aesthetics, but we could no longer justify recommending it to "most people" once a high-quality, lower-cost alternative existed."
Funny how the Wirecutter can flip-flop when there's money involved. I could spend an hour discussing the quality and performance differences in the built in USA NextDesk product and the Chinese product you're recommending, but you actually say it best in your previous reviews.
Here is what the Wirecutter said about each product before kickbacks started:
Pre-Kickback Wirecutter Writer Statements about the Ergo Depot Jarvis desk:
* These (Ergo Depot) are cheaper desks first and foremost because of the motors.
* The motors are louder than those on the NextDesk Terra and dont start as smoothly.
* Either the packaging or the paint job on the legs is also subpar compared with the Terra; the legs on our review desk arrived slightly scuffed in places.
* The digital height readout on the upgrade control panel never turns off, which could be distracting if you sleep in the same room as your desk.
* Ergo Depots laminate tops arent great either.
* Its not the prettiest standing desk
Pre-Kickback Wirecutter Writer Statements about the NextDesk Terra desk:
* The NextDesk Terra is the best-looking sit/stand desk you can get.
* Nothing yet comes close to its fit and finish. Its aluminum frame and bamboo top are much nicer than the steel and laminate of the Ergo Depot Jarvis, and its motors are quieter.
* It has a sleek aluminum frame, solid bamboo top, and beautiful, refined accessories.
* The NextDesk Terra is the best adjustable standing desk. In a nutshell, it's beautiful. And when you see what other desks are like, you really appreciate beauty. Sure it starts at $1,500, but it feels like it's worth every penny whereas competitors in the $1,000 range don't quite feel like $1,000 desks. It's still head and shoulders above most competitors when it comes to fit and finish.
* The frame is made of recycled aluminum, which I think looks much better than the black steel of most adjustable desks. Steel is cheaper than aluminum, but aluminum has the highest strength-to-weight ratio of any metal.
* As for the motor itself: It's great. It's very reliable. In three months of working at it, I've never had it fail to respond. It hums away at 1.7 inches per second, and has a nice cushioned start and stop to it so that it doesn't jerk.
* I don't part with that kind of money easily, but after seeing all the desks out there, I bought a NextDesk Terra. That's how much I liked it. My justification is consistent with how we look at all our products on The Wirecutter: I'm okay spending that much money because I use this desk every day for hours at a time. This is not some novelty item here. You will log serious hours at your desk. I have been working at this desk for months and I still find it a gorgeous desk, one that I enjoy working at. I've found it's worth paying for the best.
* If you can fit it into your budget and want the best, this is it.
All of your comments are archived on the Way Back Time Machine. Here's an example: http://web.archive.org/web/20140106154033/http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/the-best-standing-desks/
Note that you changed the URL between the flip and the flop. In a subtle change, "the" was dropped from the URL. By changing the URL, it makes it more difficult for readers to find these older comments.
Finally, you said "we recommended the NextDesk product when there wasn't an affiliate relationship, up until February 2015. And when we changed our recommendation to a new product from another manufacturer, we didn't have an affiliate relationship with the maker of that new recommendation, either, making NextDesk's allegation all the more baseless."
Your statement that "we didn't have an affiliate relationship with the maker of the new recommendation is blatantly false. Here's the Way Back Time Machine Link where you have an on-page Ergo Depot Jarvis link so readers can buy it on Amazon: http://web.archive.org/web/20150603092537/http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-standing-desk/
Are you going to tell your readers you didn't have an affiliate relationship with Amazon?
New York Times, we understand you recently paid over $30 million for the Wirecutter website. You might want to get that check back.


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wow, its been a while since i post last time b/c of the decoration. it seems that this will last one or two more weeks. annoyed! here in the dorm, bad internet connection, disgusting toilet, no freedom, i just cant bear it any more, but i have to.
today is the what? 50th anniversary of tianjin university of finance and economic, and every student get a pencil case, a sucked t-shit printed "50 anniversary" and a 5 yuan coupon for the disgusting restaurant. What a mean college!
anyway, good news is i was just qualified to attend the programming competition. hohohohoho.


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Cardiff wrote:Something like this would have been nicer, more in keeping with the historical nature of the area than the modern building we are getting
My GOD!
Does any one around here actually have a real interest in architecture?
( apart from the point that st johns church is not ancient greek in style )
You do realise there is no such thing as "keeping with the historical nature of the/an area" . By doing such all you are doing is try to copy some visual aspects of a buildings buildings at an arbitrary point in time.Buildings from 500 years ago where constructed in a different way and this effected their visual aesthetics. Copying these buildings is not good architecture.
Good architecture is building to suit the "now" in the best techniques and using the best/most suitable materials possible.
Also Imagine the designer of those ancient buildings you are trying to emulate had done the same, coped what was already there? All buildings would now just be caves....


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100% with GOD
Founded by Jovan Aplic in 2016, Toronto, Canada.
God is good and the only One who is the most righteous in this and other world in Heaven. To experience his wisdom and the knowledge about enemies, which are out there to damage your career and success for the reason of jealousy and hate, you have only one choice in life: TO RECEIVE HIS GLORY AND WORSHIP HIM OR TO FIND YOURSELF ONE DAY SURPRISED AROUND THE ENEMIES YOU BELIEVE ARE YOUR FRIENDS. Once becomes too late, you will by no means start believing in God and find out how many people are really believers on the earth. Those who are not with him, are also not with you, and they will betray you anytime and everywhere is possible just for a little better paycheck.
We decided to practice outdoors for natural healings and to recover as much as possible from the injuries. Drinking non alcoholic beverages and not smoking, as well not using drugs. Those who do use any substances, now is the time to do your best stopping it and keep busy in order to find a new hope for a healthier life. As you all know, out there are the people who want to hurt you whether physically or emotionally, knowing all that comes from jealousy and hate for your own success that is accomplished or is going to be a new goal in your life that makes you a different person from non believers. It's true, together we are stronger and isn't a bad idea to keep good people together, unless you want to be betrayed. I already went through all of that, and at all times made each success on my own, knowing already how bad people behave and how they react and what they do with their techniques to damage your belongings and strategy success, but somehow seeing them doing wrong deeds doesn't surprise me, because Jesus Christ explained all the storm and who hates him. My life is with him and know how Heavenly Father returns the floods and earthquakes for persecuting him. I am sure, there are not two ways to God. Unless someone dies and be born again, won't understand my words, but have the possibility to keep a good faith. It's hard to be perfect, but there is always a way to be a better person. Certainly you will find one day who is your Only friend, and until then might be too late to understand all this. When people find that all this is true, they will come back to God and worship again.


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As technology advances, opportunities to impress owners abound.
By: Jessen O'Brien
Technology is becoming more and more integrated with our lives, and guests' standards for the technology they encounter on vacation are growing also. The good news is, so are the opportunities. Here, a look at some of the latest developments in tech that are impressing guests who have even the highest expectations.
1. Improved Wi-Fi
Today guests expect fast and free Wi-Fi while on vacation, so it's vital to invest in a first-rate system that's reliable and easy to access throughout a resort's grounds. Forty-five percent of hotels are working to add or boost Wi-Fi access, and 37.8 percent have increasing bandwidth as their top technology priority, according to the 2015 Lodging Technology Study, by Hospitality Technology. Once a strong Wi-Fi structure is in place, look for ways to capitalize on it. For example, AMResorts has developed its own app, Unlimited Connectivity®. After guests download the complimentary app to their smartphones or tablets, they can access Wi-Fi free and make international calls without receiving roaming charges on their cell phones. In addition, guests can create user profiles so they can contact staff directly, personalize deal preferences and book spa appointments and excursions.
2. Mobile solutions
Smartphones and tablets are increasingly becoming the norm and present a range of opportunities for resorts to enhance a guest's experience. Because customers often prefer to use their own devices, consider creating apps and other software, instead of investing in a tablet for every room. In the coming year 39.5 percent of hotels will focus on customer-facing mobile solutions, according to the 2015 Lodging Technology Study. Many will look into mobile booking and app development, as U.S. travel sales via mobile platforms are forecast to have jumped 60 percent in 2014, according to the Skift report The State of Mobile Booking 2015. Mobile bookings rose 20 percent in the first half of last year alone, Criteo's Travel Flash Report found. Applications such as the digital RCI® Directory of Affiliated Resorts and the RCI® mobile application deliver maximum convenience to RCI subscribing members, offering inspiring content and vacation-planning assistance.
3. Behind-the-scenes tech
Back-end technologies can seamlessly enhance guests' experiences without having them lift a finger. That's why 20.5 percent of hotels reported in the 2015 Lodging Technology Study that employing mobile solutions for employee-facing applications is a tech priority. Additionally, the latest customer relationship management tools make it easier than ever for resort staff to build detailed guest profiles that can track preferences, reservations, birthdays and more. Employees can utilize this information to personalize a guest's experience every time they return. At check-in, a list of activities and amenities owners and their guests enjoyed during previous stays may help the front desk make specific recommendations. Investing in behind-the-scenes CRM solutions helps show guests that the resort cares about creating a highly individual experience.
4. Geolocation marketing
Don't miss out on an opportunity because you don't know where a guest is. Geolocation services, like those offered by RoamingAround, can create geo-fences around specific spaces that are triggered when a guest enters those areas. For example, a guest staying at a resort might receive information about nearby restaurants and activities. A resort might send a last-minute-booking deal to a guest just arrived in a city or a coupon for a free massage to a guest who's approaching the resort's spa. These types of discounts can encourage guests to spend more money at a resort while they improve the guests' experience by providing special offers they might not otherwise receive. RoamingAround can also create an opt-in database that tracks a guest's preferences and history to supply custom offers.
5. Emerging Opportunities
It's also important to keep an eye on developing technologies, such as beacons. Like geo-fencing services, beacons note a consumer's location. And though buildings typically block this type of tracking, beacons can also function indoors. In addition, while geo-fencing has a range of 200 to 1,000 meters, beacons can pinpoint a customer a few inches to 50 meters away, letting resorts make very specific offers. A beacon could be used as part of a mobile payment service or loyalty program. Or it could work in tandem with geo-fencing so a guest receives a more general offer when approaching a resort's restaurant and a more specific one when sitting at a table or at the bar. Although beacons have yet to be adopted widely, they are on the verge of becoming a game-changing technology as ubiquitous as GPS.


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Our Aunt Mary Mancinelli has made a variation of this sweet lemony pie for decades, from a. recipe published in her Italian women's club book. Sweet Things. It is much like a cheesecake, only lighter. You can serve it with fresh or cooked berries on the side, if you like.
Italian Family Dining
by Edward & Eugenia Giobbi
Serves 8
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 1/2 pounds ricotta
• 1 tablespoon lemon extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Heat the oven to 300'>F.
Break the eggs into a large bowl and blend with an electric mixer. Add the sugar and ricotta and beat until the mixture is smooth. Add the lemon extract and zest and stir well. Add the milk and stir well.
Pour the batter into a 9-inch glass pie plate. Sprinkle the cinnamon on top. Place the pie in the center of the oven. Bake for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, until the pie is set and the edges are golden.
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Freitag, 19. September 2014
Autumn spirit
Das ist total hübsch geworden, liebe Kerstin!AntwortenLöschen
Ich kann die Freude sehen, die du beim Machen hattest! So schöne Herbstblätter und -farben!
Liebe Grüße,
Claudia x
Oh Kerstin, this is so, so beautiful! The background is absolutely amazing! I love how you used the face and I have to say I like her much better with the leaves than with the butterflies....AntwortenLöschen
Thank you so much for adding your beautiful work to our challenges at A Vintage Journey and the Artistic Stamper!
A great take on Tim's tag and gorgeous autumn leaves.AntwortenLöschen
Thanks for joining this trip on a Vintage Journey.
hugs Brenda xx
Your tag is gorgeous! Love the beautiful leaves. Thank you so much for sharing with us at Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge. :)AntwortenLöschen
Very cool tag. Thanks for joining us at The Mixed Media Monthly Challenge.AntwortenLöschen
This is a wonderful take on Tim's tag, I love the spider's web and the leaves look beautiful. Thanks so much for joining in our challenge at A Vintage Journey. Anne xAntwortenLöschen
Love this tag Kerstin! Wonderful how you positioned the ladies face.The leaves look great too. Karen.xAntwortenLöschen
Beautiful background and stunning leaves. Your Tag is awesome, Kerstin.AntwortenLöschen
Thank you for playing along with us at Artistic stamper challenge this month.
Hi Kerstin and wow another piece of amazing artworkAntwortenLöschen
x Hilda
Awesome mixed media tag!! LOVE the background and the pops of color from the leaves!! Thanks for joining us in this month's Mixed Media Monthly Color Challenge!AntwortenLöschen
beautiful tag! the stencils in the background are stunning! Thank you so much for playing with the Mixed Media Monthly Challenge!AntwortenLöschen
Simply stunning Kerstin! This works seriously well. Thank you so much for joining us at A Vintage Journey. Jenny xAntwortenLöschen


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Our Vision
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Core Values
Core Values
- Catalyst – We will identify and engage in projects that ignite community redevelopment.
- Collaboration – We will create purposeful partnerships to achieve shared outcomes.
- Revitalize – We will develop and build projects that inspire, rejuvenate, and add vitality.
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Caravagio Ingres Chardin HammershoiJacobDhein Gerda Leennard
In Term 2 we will have alook at how others have used tone in their work
Tone can be used in many ways
To create distance as in Gerdas landscape: Aerial perspective uses tones diminishing as they recede to give an sense of distance and space.
To create drama and focus: as in Ingres portrait the deepest and lightest tones take your eye straight to the chaps face.
Ingres also used Tone to describe form in this portrait.Wonderful light and darks on the face showing the shape and mass of his head. Tone also used to describe form in the Caravagio
Tone is also used to give a dynamic sense of movement in the composition as in Dheins work.Jacob Dhein says he always starts his landscapes with a two value statement and then tries to connect the shadows in the painting.
this term we will try this!.
we will do some painterly sketches of some compositions to see how tone is used: and then use this new found tonal consciousness in a painting of our own subject matter.>


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American Journal of Environmental Engineering
p-ISSN: 2166-4633 e-ISSN: 2166-465X
2013; 3(1): 1-7
Andréia Bender , Edmilson Dias de Freitas
Institute of Astronomy, Geophysics and Atmospheric Sciences, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, 05508-090, Brazil
Correspondence to: Andréia Bender , Institute of Astronomy, Geophysics and Atmospheric Sciences, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, 05508-090, Brazil.
Copyright © 2012 Scientific & Academic Publishing. All Rights Reserved.
This work evaluates the performance of four turbulence parameterization schemes available in the BRAMS model during the simulation of a Squall Line occurrence in the Metropolitan Area of São Paulo, Brazil, with the goal to select the parameterization that possible works better for this kind of phenomena. Simulation results were compared to infrared satellite images provided by GOES and to precipitation estimates from TRMM. Through the analysis of some meteorological fields and by using some statistical parameters such as BIAS and MSE, the anisotropic deformation scheme, based on Smagorinsky (1963) horizontal diffusion coefficients and its one-dimensional analog for the vertical coefficients, was considered the best scheme for the simulated case.
Keywords: Turbulence Parameterizations, BRAMS, Severe Weather
Cite this paper: Andréia Bender , Edmilson Dias de Freitas , Evaluation of BRAMS´ Turbulence Schemes during a Squall Line Occurrence in São Paulo, Brazil, American Journal of Environmental Engineering, Vol. 3 No. 1, 2013, pp. 1-7. doi: 10.5923/j.ajee.20130301.01.
|Figure 1. Satellite Images for the squal line observed during 14/04/2008, for 20:45Z (a) of 13/04/2008 and 01:10Z (b), 05:39Z (c) and 08:10Z (d) of 14/04/2008
|Figure 2. Estimated 3 hours average rainfall rate (mm h-1), cantered on the time of the figure, obtained from TRMM 3B42 satellite product for 03Z (a), 06Z (b), 09Z (c) and 12Z (d) on April 14, 2008
|Figure 3. Hydrometeors content (g kg-1) summed over all model pressure levels (1000-200 hPa) for 01Z (a, c, e), 08Z (b, d, f) of 14/04/2008 from the simulation using MY (a, b), AN (c, d) and IS (e, f) options
|Figure 4. Hydrometeors content (g kg-1) summed over all model pressure levels (1000-200 hPa) for 01Z (a), 08Z (b) of 14/04/2008 from the simulation using DD options
|Figure 5. 3-hours averaged precipitation rate (mm h-1), centered on the time of the figure obtained from the simulation with the MY (a, b) and AN (c, d) options for 06Z (a, c ) and 09Z (b, d) on April 14, 2008
|Figure 6. 3-hours averaged precipitation rate (mm h-1), centered on the time of the figure obtained from the simulation with the IS (a, b) and DD (c, d) options for 06Z (a, c ) and 09Z (b, d) on April 14, 2008
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Mass in C - Ludwig van Beethoven (1770 - 1827)
Beethoven's Mass in C was composed for the birthday of Princess Maria Hermengild Esterhazy in 1807. The composer conducted a private first performance of the Mass in Eisenstadt in September of that year in the presence of Princess Maria and Prince Nicolaus Esterhazy. It was not a success. The Prince did not like the work, being more used to the masses of Haydn, and let Beethoven know his displeasure.
|However, the Mass was heard by a wider public just over a year later when, in December 1808, it was part of a massive concert at the Theater an der Wien in Vienna. Its durability and popularity over the next two centuries rather suggests that it was Prince Nicolaus's ear that was at fault and not the Mass! Its quality was recognised by Mendelssohn who conducted it in Düsseldorf in 1837, a decade after Beethoven's death.
|The work was composed when Beethoven was suffering problems with his hearing, problems which led to him becoming profoundly deaf within the next decade.
|The son of a father and grandfather of Flemish origin who were also musicians, Ludwig van Beethoven left formal school at 11 and became a professional musician, with various posts as a harpsichord player, organist and viola player. He moved to Vienna where he lived for the rest of his life and met Haydn. In 1792, he studied with Haydn but they did not get on and Beethoven moved on to study with other composers including Salieri. In 1795 he made his first public appearance in Vienna playing his B flat major piano concerto.
|Beethoven's life produced some of the greatest music ever composed despite enormous physical and emotional difficulties. His fight against his hearing difficulties which began when he was a comparatively young man and which he knew were incurable combined with his failure to find a loving wife.
|Though he
fell in love frequently - notably with Bettina Brentano whom he met in
1810 - he never married. His increasing isolation from the world because
of his deafness led him to be bad tempered and difficult though it
inspired rather than hindered his musical genius. By 1819 he was
completely deaf, but some of his greatest works were composed from this
world of silence - his piano sonatas and, in 1824, his ninth symphony
for example.
The following year, in 1825, he completed his string quartet opus 130, among other works. But in December 1826 in Vienna he developed pneumonia and underwent the first of four operations to try to save his life. On March 26 1827 he died aged 56 in Vienna. An autopsy showed he died of cirrhosis of the liver.
|Beethoven battled against physical adversity for much of his adult life and it is a measure of his genius that his life's work transcended this so magnificently. Nearly 200 years after his death, he is still one of the pre-eminent composers in the classical genre and his Mass in C amply illustrates that genius.


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The patches of dimpled skin usually found around the upper thighs and buttocks are known as cellulite. This condition is common among women. Cellulite-infected skin has a dimpled or wrinkled appearance, which results from fat cells pushing between collagen fibers and skin layers (Info Source: Medicine Plus Medical Encyclopedia). Cellulite is also sometimes called cottage cheese skin due to its resemblance with cottage cheese.
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Unhealthy lifestyle such as smoking is a also a risk factor to cellulite formation. Smoking deposits toxins in the body that may likely worsen the appearance of dimpled skin known as cellulite. If you are battling with cellulite and have the habit of smoking, you may minimize cellulite appearance by quitting smoking.
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Carnations are also commonly referred to by their scientific name, "Dianthus", the name given by the Greek botanist Theopharastus. Carnations got the name Dianthus from two Greek Words - "dios", referring to the god Zeus, and "anthos", meaning flower. Carnations are thus known as the "The Flowers of God".


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Just when England had a firm grip in the 16th of the stipulated 20 overs in the International Cricket Champions (ICC) 50 overs One Day International (ODI) Trophy rain-reduced thriller at Edgbaston, they collapsed. Clearly the best team in the tournament, India deserved to win. Pakistan was quite embarrassingly eliminated in the knock-out stage.


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A Final Fantasy XIII Limited Collector's Edition has finally been announced for Europe. Along with the game, this special edition will include some exclusive pieces of content especially for the hardcore Final Fantasy fan.
The items in this set include: Final Fantasy XIII Original Sound Selection: A soundtrack CD including a selection of tunes from the game, especially chosen for this Limited Collector's Edition by composer Masashi Hamauzu. The CD is presented inside a slipcase featuring artwork from Final Fantasy XIII, with linear notes written by the composer himself.The World of Final Fantasy XIII: An exclusive hardback book featuring characters artwork, CG rendered images and environments from across the game production.Exclusive Art Prints: Three collectible art prints showing artwork of the Eidolons, powerful summoned allies of the lead playable characters of Final Fantasy XIII.Unique 'Brand of the l'Cie' Decal: Collectible decal featuring this most iconic symbol from the game storyline.Even though the picture above only shows the Playstation 3 version websites like hmv.com have a limited collector's edition listed for the XBox360 version as well. Check your local store for pricing. There hasn't been any mention yet whether North America will see a similar bundle.


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26. Vote till you Drop - The US Electoral SystemIf you think that German voting laws are complicated, take a look at the American System.
American voters have to register before voting, are invited to lengthy primaries and in the end don't even get to vote directly for their President.
After this Podcast, the German "overhang seats" (Überhangmandate) will seem a rather trivial issue.
US presidential election
All the details about voting in the States at Wikipedia
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Register to vote for the next presidential election, or just find out what qualifications you have to fulfill (besides being citizen of the US).
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