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FUEL protesters today urged motorists not to panic-buy as at least one West Midlands filling station revealed it had run out of petrol.
The Asda store in Great Bridge, West Bromwich, was the first to suffer. A sign outside the station yesterday said: "Closed: Due to a short supply of fuel we are unable to trade at our petrol station until we receive further deliveries."
It was serving petrol again today but then ran out of diesel before tankers arrived to further replenish supplies.
Organisers of the protest, which is planned to start at 6am on Wednesday, said they would not be organising a repeat of blockades which brought Britain to a standstill in 2000.
"I strongly urge against blockades," said Andrew Spence, from the protest group Fuel Lobby.
"We want peaceful protests. We are going to maintain a presence but we will not be stopping supplies going in or going out.
"It should not be disruptive. I can't say strenuously enough that people should not be panic-buying."
Organisers of Wednesday's protests have declined to say how many truckers and farmers they expect to join demonstrations at refinery gates and on motorways.
Motorists have been shopping around for the cheapest fuel in the last week after the cost of a litre of unleaded shot through the #1 barrier in the Midlands.
Duncan Morris, who is retail service manager of MPK garages which owns 22 petrol stations across the region, said: "If there is a blockade and panic-buying, then it looks likely that we'll run out of petrol within four days."
Legislation introduced since the 2000 protests has given ministers and police new powers to deal with demonstrations which threaten to disrupt motorists and industry.
Chancellor Gordon Brown denied reports the Government was considering rationing.
But Mr Spence said Mr Brown was wrong to blame the global economy. He said: "OPEC? For 70 per cent taxes? They are desperate to blame somebody else.
"It beggars belief. At the end of the day all we are wanting is to make a living and take our children to school.They are living on another planet."
Ministers have discussed plans - which include petrol rationing - to deal with any threat to fuel supplies, according to reports.


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Being in the wedding industry means you see all kinds of DIY & craft ideas to help enhance your big day. Be it from the flowers to the dress or a simple picture naming the day.
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Scrabble Memories is the brain child of sisters Faye & Tia.
After Tia had decided to make & design a scrabble picture for Faye as a gift, Faye decided to make one back ... They then had a light bulb moment and 'Scrabble Memories' was born...
The girls decided to setup a Facebook page to 'see how it went' and in the first three weeks have nearly 400 likes with orders coming in from all over the country.
A crafty design that not only taps into the wedding scene but also anniversary dates, new borns and even first day at school.
A website is planned and they also intend to attend arts & craft shows showcasing their great designs.
If you wish to check out more from Faye & Tia or maybe even commission the girls to design you something personal - then head on over to their Facebook page here.
I have a strong feeling that we'll be seeing more from 'Scrabble Memories' in the future and wish them all the very best of luck. xoxo

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This debate was certainly original, sporting a number of unusual features. Firstly, it was done in a grand tradition of an ancient philosophical society with a formal resolution to be either carried or defeated. Secondly, it was done with two speakers on either side, two for and two against the proposition. Thirdly and finally, it generally eschewed modern apologetics and counter-arguments in favor of more venerable arguments.
While there were plenty of rhetorical stingers in this back-and-forth, there was nothing really resembling a formally valid deductive or inductive argument given on either side. While this is all too common, I still find it frustrating to, as it is impossible to point out where exactly your opponent goes wrong if he doesn't bother to elucidate his premises and show how his conclusions follow therefrom. If you cannot even tell whether someone has made an argument that is valid and sound, then you will tend to agree or disagree with his views not because they are persuasive but because of your own predispositions. At that point a debate becomes a bit of a farce rather than a process for finding the truth.
All told, this event was mildly entertaining but ultimately underwhelming, unelucidating and unsatisfying — a bit like reality television.


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- view the status of your server
- create and manage users
- create and manage groups
- view the status of the file shares
- change the WAN and LAN IP addresses
The User Control Console can be accessed by the Service Provider and the Customer (if the Service Provider wishes to release access to it to one or more Customer super-users). The Service Provider uses their Management account credentials to access it and the super-user(s) use their local Active Directory domain accounts. The console can be accessed over the local network or when connected to the server through the Management VPN.
You can find out the URL for the User Control Console from the Commissioning Console.
(The URL will be in the format http://zhapui-00.corp.domain.com. You will need to replace corp.domain.com with the Active Directory Domain name of the server.)
You will be taken to a page with two buttons:
On keying this URL, you will visit a page with two buttons.
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A range of popular, licensed hunting activities are available in Victoria.
In 2013, hunters generated an estimated economic impact (direct and indirect impacts of game and pest hunting) of $439 million in Victoria.
The department plays a coordination and policy role for game hunting, working closely with the Game Management Authority (GMA), the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) and Parks Victoria.
The GMA regulates game hunting in Victoria. Visit the Game Management Authority website for all information regarding how, where and when to hunt game legally in Victoria.
Sustainable Hunting Action Plan
The Sustainable Hunting Action Plan is a whole of Victorian Government initiative that supports and guides the game hunting industry's long term growth.
Victorian Hunting Economic Study (PDF - 2437 KB)
A study that looks at the $439 million economic impact of hunting in Victoria.
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I am often being asked what my favourite image is. To an extent it depends on my mood or even the season or time of year but there is one image that always seems to stay with me, Elgol's Moods. I have a large print of it hanging on my dining room wall. Elgol is located on the Isle of Skye in Scotland.
So, why this image? Well, I guess there are many reasons and perhaps that is why it is so special. From a purely aesthetic point of view I think it's a very powerful image. The light and drama when I captured it were electric. I could go as far as to say that it was…
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You can feel it — that insistent tug at your soul. There's something you're meant to build + create. A particular flavor of suffering you're here to alleviate.
It's your time. But … what's next?
The most important thing you can do in this early cycle of your entrepreneurial journey…is to do nothing.
Nothing, except learn to recognize, read + follow the signals that already surround you. Nothing, except understand + prepare yourself for the grand adventure ahead. Nothing, except clarify your soul's purpose.


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Low: Basic engineered hardwood has 3 core layers topped with a layer of wood veneer between 1/16- to 1/12-inch thick. Plywood installation on Concrete- If your subfloor is a slab and you are going with naildown floors, your installer will most likely need to add plywood to the subfloor. For rooms where hardwood flooring is installed, use region rugs and ask friends and family members to leave their athletic shoes or boots at the door.
Typically, the expense is the same as installing a moisture barrier (partly because the install is the very same). For example, hardwood floors can final for generations, so they do not need to have to be replaced as frequently as other flooring alternatives. Price to Screen and coat- Otherwise identified as buffing the floors and adding a top coat, basic charges are about $1.25 per square foot.
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Ask Dr. Christina: Always the Bridesmaid, Never the Bride
Dear Dr. Christina,
I am 40 years of age and I am beginning to wonder if there is something wrong with me. All my friends whom I went to school with and relatives have gotten married, and I have not even received a proposal yet and feel left out in the cold. I have gone to so many weddings as a bridesmaid that my entire closet is full of gowns that I have worn to "other people's weddings." I am beginning to lose count! Am I doing something wrong? Am I ever going to know what it's like to commit to and love that one special person?
Can you please help me with some ideas as to what may be going on and help me understand why I have not landed my soulmate yet?
Dear J,
I really appreciate you writing to me. Please believe me, you are not alone in this particular situation. Many people are sometimes embarrassed about not being able to make that commitment of marriage or endure the pressures from family, which can become almost unbearable. Each time one of your friends or coworkers announces her engagement, it may upset you and hurt your feelings.
The decision to marry is one of the biggest decisions that most people will have to make in their lifetime and, believe it or not, marriage is not always the solution.
According to some statistics from dailyinfographic.com, just about 50% of all marriages end up in a divorce.
The 5 main reasons why people get a divorce are:
1) Poor communication
2) Finances
3) Abuse
4) No longer being attracted to one another
5) Infidelity
Just knowing those statistics would make anybody cringe and hesitate! Some people delay marriage for many reasons such as:
1) You are focusing on your own career.
2) You cannot afford the wedding costs or do not want to have a large public ceremony.
3) Your standards for that right person may be too high.
4) You or your partner may have issues (i.e.; drug, alcohol, others) that have to be worked on before getting serious.
5) Being monogamous just doesn't have any meaning for you.
6) Because you like the idea of breaking up.
7) You just do not want a commitment to get married and enjoy the single life.
8) You do not want to have "in-law dramas"
9) Not all debt collectors honor divorce decrees and can leave you owing money.
10) Afraid of unequal sharing of responsibilities of home chores and responsibilities.
11) Will lose benefits (i.e.; medical, pension, etc.)
12) It may put you into a higher tax bracket.
13) The financial and legal entanglements that marriage entails.
14) Your partner cannot commit so don't waste time trying to convince someone.
15) You put everyone else first and do not look at your own needs.
16) You enjoy having two places to spend the night: 1-2 nights with a partner but there is always that option to go home.
Once a couple lives together, it is much harder to break up due to entangled lives and financials (like bank accounts and leases).
Sometimes people decide to get married for the wrong reasons:
1) They want to have kids and raise a family now.
2) They want to escape from an unhappy home situation and end up trading one problem for other problems.
3) They feel that their biological clock is ticking and/or feel no one better will come around. (Think of Marisa Tomei's character in the movie, "My Cousin Vinny")
4) Codependency on one another or dependency on alcohol/drugs.
5) Emotional blackmail and feeling guilty that they cannot find anyone better to be in a relationship with.
6) Great sex but no real feelings.
7) Marriage just seems like the next step to living together.
8) Love at first sight.
9) Getting into a relationship after a rebounding from a breakup.
10) Loneliness.
11) Out of obligation or parental arrangement to your mate.
12) Getting pregnant on purpose (or not on purpose).
13) Reacting to pressure from your friends and family.
14) Looking for financial security, especially if you are a single parent.
So, J, as you can see, you are totally normal and there is nothing wrong with you. It's a scary world out there, and you have to learn to live your life for yourself. It is all about your own wellbeing. You do not have to let others influence or pressure you to do things that you are not ready for. You need to decide on the life that makes you happy and smile. It's your time to date and to get to know your date's likes and dislikes. Just be authentic and be comfortable enough to ask questions and express concerns for your potential significant others.
Companionship and trusted friendship is what is important. To love and to be loved by another human being unconditionally is the most satisfying experience one can have, with or without marriage. It really comes down to if you choose to get married someday, not only is it important that it be to the right person but let it be for all the right reasons.
I hope this response to your letter helps. I wish you the very best in whatever decisions you make and, whatever happens, that your choice will indeed help you feel complete and happy.
My thoughts are with you,
Dr. Christina
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Okay, one more Richard Dawkins-themed post. Dawkins, it seems, finds the fear of death puzzling, or at least "illogical". Well, if he would like to understand this phenomenon better, he might want to consult his fellow atheist Philip Larkin, whose "Aubade" (published in 1977) is one of the bleakest and greatest poems of the twentieth century. Here's an especially relevant selection:
The mind blanks at the glare. Not in remorse
— The good not used, the love not given, time
Torn off unused — nor wretchedly because
An only life can take so long to climb
Clear of its wrong beginnings, and may never:
But at the total emptiness forever,
The sure extinction that we travel to
And shall be lost in always. Not to be here,
Not to be anywhere,
And soon; nothing more terrible, nothing more true.
This is a special way of being afraid
No trick dispels. Religion used to try,
That vast moth-eaten musical brocade
Created to pretend we never die,
And specious stuff that says no rational being
Can fear a thing it cannot feel, not seeing
that this is what we fear — no sight, no sound,
No touch or taste or smell, nothing to think with,
Nothing to love or link with,
The anaesthetic from which none come round.
You may read the whole magnificent poem here. An aubade, incidentally, is a "dawn song," traditionally a happy one.


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Colombian cocaine production capacity is down by 72 percent since 2001, according to a study released last week by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP). But the apparent victory may be increasingly irrelevant as cocaine markets diffuse to other regions and prescription drug abuse becomes an increasing problem.
According to the study, potential production of pure cocaine in Colombia is down to 195 metric tons in 2011 from 700 metric tons in 2001. It should be noted that the results of this survey and the recently released 2011 Colombia Coca Crop Survey diverge significantly in their capacity estimates, which are based on satellite imagery and utilize differing methodologies. U.S. estimates are sunnier on the reduction in coca capacity in Colombia than those of the U.N. The ONDCP also touts in its press release that "there has been a 43 percent drop in the number of cocaine seizures collected from local, state, and federal forensic labs in the U.S. since 2006."
Three metrics have traditionally been used to measure success in the "drug war": price, purity and availability. According to the ONDCP, cocaine purity is down by 26 percent since 2006. According to the New York Times, price is "mostly steady" (demand is also down) and the aforementioned drop in seizures suggests availability is down.
Why a coca victory is not all its cracked up to be (no pun intended)
Peru is now the world's top coca producer according to the ONDCP. As the 2012 World Drug Report has described, as coca production in Colombia has gone down, production in the surrounding Andean region — including Peru and Bolivia — has increased. This is consistent with what has been described as the balloon analogy, where as one pushes on one side of the balloon it bulges in another. Colombia has been the site of significant pressure embodied by the U.S. and Colombian cooperation on Plan Colombia, which provided billions of U.S. dollars for Colombian counter-narcotics operations.
Both the ONDCP and the World Drug Report released by the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime (UNODC) have pointed out that cocaine use is down in the United States, but has increased in Europe. World cocaine markets appear to be diffusing. According to the 2012 World Drug Report:
North America has seen a marked decline in cocaine use, mainly due to a decline in the United States, from 3.0 per cent (2006) to 2.2 per cent (2010) among adults aged 15-64; however, there has not been such a decline in Europe, where cocaine use stabilized over the same period. Latest data from Australia show an increase in cocaine use.
The report also identified West Africa as a major transit zone for cocaine on its way to Europe and experts are identifying new pockets of use around the world.
Prescription drug abuse
While coca markets are shrinking in some areas and diffusing to others, the "drug war" may be undergoing a fundamental shift toward prescription drugs that could change its very nature. According to the New York Times:
The same survey that identified 1.5 million cocaine users in 2010 found 7 million users of "psychotherapeutics." Of the 36,450 overdose deaths in the United States in 2008, 20,044 involved a prescription drug, more than all illicit drugs combined.
The market shift toward prescription drugs could make far-flung supply-side strategies increasingly irrelevant. Strategists in the White House are already considering long-term shifts toward institution building in areas wracked by drug violence, like Central America. This shift also means that border security will become less relevant because prescription drugs are sold domestically.
Prosecutions of doctors accused of supplying patients with drugs for nonmedical purposes have increased dramatically in the last decade. The American Medical Association has come out against the new criminalization of malpractice approach because it says it interferes with a doctor's ability to treat patients.
The fine line between legal and illegal in these cases is not just concerning to medical associations and doctors. It has a dangerous potential to exacerbate biases already built into the legal system where race and socio-economic status result in widely divergent penalties for similar crimes. RAND is currently studying the role of race in whether or not an individual will be referred to a diversion program.
One high profile case of diversion program referral came in 2003 when Rush Limbaugh, a staunch "drug war" advocate, admitted that he was addicted to prescription drugs. He was put into a treatment diversion program and fined. According to the ONDCP, federal 2012 counter-drug funding currently includes: interdiction ($3.6 billion), law enforcement ($9.4 billion), treatment and prevention programs ($10.1 billion) and $2.1 billion in international programs, much of it to Mexico via the Merida Initiative. It is estimated that state and local governments spend similar amounts on drug enforcement domestically.
Nathan Jones is the Alfred C. Glassell III Postdoctoral Fellow in Drug Policy at the Baker Institute. His areas of interest include U.S.-Mexico security issues, illicit networks and cross-border flows.


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After the Post-Election Celebrations:
The Democratic Party, revitalized in part by progressive grassroots groups and hard work, prevailed in the Nov. 7 midterm elections. "I feel like a load has been lifted from my body," former student radical and ex-California State Senator Tom Hayden said on Nov. 9. at the University of California at Berkeley School of Journalism. "We've just moved out of a straightjacket," a buoyant academic commented.
A time of celebrations has been in order. But after that, lets think about the larger picture of the current state of the American Empire. Signs exists that its power is declining substantially. Little in the post-election coverage has considered this issue.
"Defeat is not an option," Bush again
insisted in his press conference the day after his resounding defeat,
referring to the Iraq War. Yet it is precisely defeat in Iraq that
stares him in the face, as even many American generals have admitted.
This defeat is not just in Iraq, not just of the Republican Party,
not just of Bush, and not just on Nov. 7. It goes much deeper. On
Nov. 8 Bush once again attempted to mount his Victory horse, though
with a changed tone of less arrogance.
Now is the time to deepen our
understanding of the nation's imperial role in the world. Most
Democrats seem content to shore up American power by making a few
minor reforms, rather than attempt to manage the decline in power that
is occurring. Many describe the election as a victory for moderate
Democrats, especially the centrist Blue Dogs, over the extreme
Republicans. This will incline the Democratic Party further to the
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Yes. Any active military with an ID receives free entry.
Do you have assigned seating?
We have no VIP sections. We have EIP sections. Everyone Is Important. It has as in the past, been that our philosophy on seating is that seating location should be equal for all. No special places up front for those who could afford a higher VIP ticket price compared to those who could not. We have had four generations of the same family set in one place. In the past, the Comstock Festivals have been the only major national festival to adhere to EIP sections. Our concert canyon allows everyone to think they have the best seat in the house.
Can I see a map of the festival grounds?
Can you provide directions to the festival?
Directions from Comstock, NE:
Head southeast towards NE21-C Spur (about .4 miles). Turn left onto NE21-C Spur. Turn left onto Railroad Street (about .3 miles). Continue onto Comstock Road (about 2.6 miles). Turn right onto Ord Road (about .9 miles). Turn left, 2nd Wind Ranch will be on your left.
What are some fun things to do while in the area?
- Tanking & Tubing
- Valley Rod Run
- Happy Jack Chalk Mine
- North Loup Main Street Gallery
- Dowse Sod House
- Fort Hartstuff (park permit required)
Can I get a refund on my tickets?
The Comstock Festivals are a rain or shine event. No refunds or exchanges will be accepted. All items are subject to availability and prices can change without notice. All shows are subject to change.


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Office parties a minefield for workers
THE annual work Christmas party can present the discerning employee with a chance to network, have fun with co-workers and impress the whole office with extraordinary wit and charm.
But then there is also the opportunity to insult the boss' wife, cry on your manager's new Ben Sherman shirt or end up with your legs in the air while trying out a new dance move.
There are some who might even believe that plying overworked staff with free alcohol is actually a ploy invented by bosses to embarrass party animals right out of the office environment.
A recent survey of more than 2000 people on a dating website offered hilarious insight into the most common Christmas party blunders, with drinking too much topping the list at 70 per cent, followed closely by kissing colleagues (probably after drinking too much).
There are a number of tricks to avoid this scenario:
Take a sobriety pledge for the evening. Offer to be the designated driver and you could score points for not being a drunken lout while at the same time enabling others to be. At the very least you should limit your alcohol consumption and space it out with water.
Dress like the respectable person you know you can be. Revealing or sloppy casual are out, while conservative and tidy are way in. It's not a night club, it's your work party.
Mingle with everyone possible including your colleagues' spouses and the nerdy IT guy. It's the polite thing to do, and you will actually increase your credibility.
Political correctness should not go down as blood alcohol levels go up. Keep your presents respectable as well.
Save whining about work or how mean the boss is for the water cooler gossip. Parties are not your forum.
Work Christmas parties are not singles parties. Save the budding office romance for another occasion and definitely don't be seen snogging in the corner or draping yourself over another person.
If you are prone to embarrassing behaviour while at parties and you are determined to make use of the free alcohol, organise a buddy who will gently extract you from trouble and discreetly throw you in a cab if things go bad.
Too much fun?
Drunk too much: 70 per cent
Kissed a co-worker: 56%
Told co-workers' dirty secrets: 54%
Fallen over: 51%
Slept with a co-worker: 44%
Left your co-workers to hit on randoms: 44%
Embarrassed yourself in front of your boss: 38%
Removed some clothes or stripped off: 32%
Been ejected from a venue: 26%
Passed out: 21%
Abused your boss: 17%
Kissed your boss: 14%
Got into a physical fight: 13%
Quit your job: 11%
Slept with your boss: 10%
Ended up crying: 9%
Been arrested: 7%
(Source: Survey of 2004 Australians by online dating website RedHotPie.com.au)
Take a sobriety pledge for the evening.


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Born in Jamaica, raised in London, and now – with Luis Suárez and Daniel Sturridge – one-third of Liverpool FC's fearsome attacking triumvirate, Raheem Sterling's Premier League career is looking as bright and shiny as his surname.
But first, for the 19-year-old England winger, there's the small matter of a World Cup to contend with...
You grew up in Wembley. Presumably you weren't the only kid who had plans to play there one day?
At a young age, that was everyone's dream. Seeing the stadium being built, everyone was really excited. But at no point did I think that dream would become reality, until I moved to Liverpool.
Who were your footballing role models?
Ronaldinho. For his silky skills. I've not met him, but if I did, I'd get him to do some kick-ups. He could never get rusty.
Is that how you got your Brazilian nickname?
In the school football league, I used to do loads of unnecessary tricks, that's why they used to call me Heemio. I've matured a lot since then, but whenever there needs to be a trick I'll throw one in.
You got your first call-up for the England senior team at 17. How did that happen?
Just playing my natural game and not being too shy. I used to be a lot more greedy than I am now – now I'm a bit more for the team. As a young player, you can't be going in thinking you can dribble past everyone. Someone is bound to slide-tackle you or give you a dead leg.
How does it feel to be in a national team with players you're used to competing against in the league?
You expect it to be a bit more awkward, but everyone gets on really well. Everyone plays a bit of Fifa together, or ping-pong. I think it's just about getting to know each other, and then everyone's friends straight after that.
Who's the best at ping-pong?
I would say me, but there's a few other good ones, like Chambo [Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain].
But really it's you?
I don't know, but he knows. Deep down, he knows.
What would be your ultimate dream for this World Cup?
My ultimate dream is to get there. If I get there, I'll be really happy.
Taken from June's special World Cup edition of Esquire, in newsagents now.
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Each week, I receive tons of questions from my listeners about tech concerns, new products and all things digital.
Sometimes choosing the most interesting questions to highlight is the best part of my job.
This week, I received questions about cost-effective phones, coded texts, Windows spies, and more. Do you have a question you'd like to ask me?
Click here to email me directly.
Cost-effective phones
Q: I don't want to spend hundreds or a thousand dollars on a phone. Can I get a decent phone for say, $50 to $75 that will text?
A: Nowadays, if you only need to make calls and send text messages, you can buy a prepaid phone for as cheap as $10, and many devices with basic data plans cost less than $100, with inexpensive plans to match.
Understand, the quality is still wide-ranging, and you generally get what you pay for. But unless you're chasing the best technology and use your data plan religiously, you can save a lot of money and still have everything you need.
You may also consider buying one of these devices as a secondary or backup.
Click here for ultra-cheap phones even iPhone users will crave.
How much Microsoft knows
Q: I keep hearing about how Facebook and Google track everything you do. I use Microsoft Windows and Office. How much does Microsoft track and can I see what they have on me?
A: Alexa. Facebook. Google. Smart TVs. They have all come under fire for collecting our data and our voices because it's hard to know what they do with all that information. Yet Windows hasn't attracted nearly as much ire from the media.
Does that mean it's safer? Or is Microsoft just flying under the radar somehow, and we're all waiting for a damning headline?
Whatever the case, you would be smart to check out Microsoft's privacy settings. Not only can you reduce the amount of data that the tech giant knows about you, but you can find out everything it's already collected.
Click here for find everything Microsoft knows about you.
Translating teen texts
Q: My granddaughter lives with us. When I look at her phone, I see all these letters that are not real words. Can you tell me what to look for that she might be doing wrong?
A: This problem is epidemic, and it's not just annoying: it can be downright dangerous. Parents who can't read their children's "secret language" may fail to understand an entire correspondence with a stranger.
Kids have always found clandestine ways to communicate, from passing notes in class to using complex slang, but it would be naive to deny how powerful a cell phone can be, especially in the hands of a predatory adult, or even an aggressive peer.
It's wise to school yourself in this cipher as much as possible, even if it's uncomfortable because you'll know certain codes to keep an eye out for.
Click here to learn the secret language kids are using.
Netflix vs. Amazon streaming
Q: I cannot afford to subscribe to a ton of different services every month. What's better, Netflix or Amazon Prime Videos?
A: To start, it may depend on whether you want to pay a bunch of money upfront, or make smaller payments each month.
Let me be straight with you: both are excellent services and have completely changed how we consume television. You could try Netflix for a few months, cancel your subscription, and then splurge on Amazon. Or you could try Prime for a year, decide whether you like it, and ultimately switch to Netflix.
But if you really have to pick just one, and you want to commit for a long time, you'll have to catalog exactly what you're looking for – what shows, what movies, and what special features – and then line up the two services side-by-side. Basically, what you need is a chart.
Click here for an in-depth comparison.
Repurpose old phones
Q: I have a few old phones laying around. Is there anything I can do with them now? I hate to have them sit in a drawer. It seems like such a waste of money.
A: Lots of people trade up every year or so, brandishing the latest iPhone or Galaxy. But unless you trade in your old phone for a discount, what do you do with that outdated model?
Some of us recycle them. Some destroy them. Many phones remain perfectly functional. Once they connect to Wi-Fi, many phones behave just like regular tablets and computers, but even more portable.
Yet how many of these phones (like you said) lie in drawers, collecting dust with the binder clips and rubber bands? How many of these old phones could be used as cameras, surveillance devices, and even alarm clocks?
And think of what a needy person could do with your donated device, once you've fully cleared its memory. The truth is, there are lots of things you can do with that old gadget.
Click here for 9 brilliant things to do with old cell phones.
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Aging is a natural phenomenon that is undergone by all people. And as much as you want to stop it, the harder it becomes possible. When you reach the age of forty, or for some even at their late 30's, signs of aging begin to appear inevitably. Several physical changes begin to manifest in your senses and the majority especially in your skin.
On the other hand, signs related to aging can now be masked in various ways. Cosmetics and various food supplements rain down the market, giving much emphasis on anti-aging results. The sad fact is; most anti-aging products that really provide promising results come expensive and non-affordable to the average-earning individuals.
Anti-Aging Herbs
Jiaogulan is a Chinese herb also called the Longevity Herb and in Japan it is called Amachazuru and it is used to increase the Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) in the body. Researchers use the SOD levels in studies as a reliable indicator of long life. SOD is one of the body's most important antioxidants. Human studies have showed that SOD levels can returned to youthful levels after taking Jiaogulan for only one month.
Reishi Mushroom-
The Reishi mushroom has been uses by the Chinese and Japanese and is also known as the "Elixir of Immortality". It may have the ability to promote long life and improve the healing ability of the human body. It is believed to lower blood pressure, strengthen the immune system, has anti-tumor properties, improves liver functions, improves oxygen utilization, and inhibits histamine release.
Shilajit is found in the Himalayan mountains and has been used by the local residents for centuries. It is not unusually for the people living in that region to live to be over 100 years of age. Shilajit has been used for increasing physical strength, anti-aging, increased sex drive, injury healing, enhances mental function and the immune system.
Foti also called He Shou Wu in China is legendary in its ability to lengthen life. Modern studies have show that Foti has toe ability to lower serum cholesterol, prevent premature gray hair, promote red blood cell growth, and to increase longevity on a cellular level. This herb raises the level of the naturally occurring antioxidant Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) in the body.
Red clover-
This anti-aging herb contains phytoestrogen. Phytoestrogens act like the female hormone estrogen that keeps you from acquiring age-related symptoms. Red clover can help you cope with the menopausal symptoms and hot flushes.
This fruit is rich in antioxidants that dramatically slow down age-related physical changes. There are studies that show a favorable effect of blueberries in improving the eyesight. It is also thought to reduce inflammation, hypertension and some allergies.
Ginkgo Biloba-
Ginkgo biloba had enhanced short-term memory. Aside from this, another research has showed that it improves blood circulation. One of the major roles that this plant significantly plays in the aging process is that it appears to treat age-related memory loss. It is also known to treat loss of eyesight and hearing loss. However, individuals who are taking aspirin medications are warned in taking this because it might cause a synergistic effect.
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"But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession,
that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light."
1 Peter 2:9
We are a small church, but God has called us to proclaim Him. Here are a couple of missions ministries in which we participate!


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Aside from Persephone, Hekate is an excellent goddess to honor during Samhain. As a goddess of the crossroads, liminal spaces, ghosts and the dead–especially and particularly the restless dead–and of course of witchcraft, she comes to mind naturally around this time of year.
But she also is very connected with the ancient myths about Persephone's descent into the underworld and even more importantly, was one of the goddesses honored during the Eleusinian Mysteries. She acted as Demeter's guide to help find Persephone, lighting her way with her torches. Later she acted as Persephone's guide as she moved to and from the worlds, also with her torches. She has many titles in honor of her roles during this time of year ncluding "Propolos", meaning one who attends or leads, and "Dadoukhos", torchbearer. Dadoukhos is also the name of one of the roles in the Eleusinian Mysteries. Other good ones include "anassa eneroi", queen of those below, and "chthonia", of the underworld.
Hekate straddles the worlds between the living, the dead, and everything in between. She also, not surprisingly, has strong connections with Hermes who is also known as a psychopomp. A lot of modern Hellenists, witches, and pagans honor her at this time of year due to all of these associations which she has. Samhain as a time of year associated with increasing psychic activity, ancestors and the dead, the thinning veil between the worlds, and magic and witchcraft in general are all things which are also powerfully connected with Hekate.
Hekate is a goddess I interact with very frequently as a witch. She has been an amazing aid to me in many ways, and I'm very grateful to her and for her help. She tends to get a "dark" reputation, but I've found her to be compassionate, straightforward, and very ready and eager to help. One thing I do have to say about her however is that she likes to work with people who put in the work. This isn't a goddess who will let you skate by or make excuses, but she absolutely will help you when you need it, and will lead you towards the answers on how to get there. And if you've been going the other way–too much work, not enough play–she will take the time to remind you that you are human. Just make sure that whatever promises you give, you follow through, and if things come up, to get back on them when you are able. I've found her to be amazingly patient and understanding, but she definitely will not put up with your crap either.
Common offerings for her include fruit, wine, eggs, honey, cheese, and cakes. I burn incense blends dedicated to her as well, but frankincense is a good standby. Calling on her during Samhain to help you with both your magic and your ability to connect with the dead and with your ancestors is one way to honor her on this day. She can be an excellent gate opener for interacting with the dead and with spirits in general. I've blogged in the past on how to do a Deipnon or a Hekate supper in the past, and would encourage this as one way to honor her on Samhain.
This is one of a few modern translations of various hymns to Hekate from HellenicGods.org:
I call Hekate of the Crossroads, worshipped at the meeting of three paths, oh lovely one.
In the sky, earth, and sea, you are venerated in your saffron-colored robes.
Funereal Daimon, celebrating among the souls of those who have passed.
Persian, fond of deserted places, you delight in deer.
Goddess of night, protectress of dogs, invincible Queen.
Drawn by a yoke of bulls, you are the queen who holds the keys to all the Kózmos.
Commander, Nýmphi, nurturer of children, you who haunt the mountains.
Pray, Maiden, attend our hallowed rituals;
Be forever gracious to your mystic herdsman and rejoice in our gifts of incense.


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Tupper Lake Triad Hiking Challenge
The quaint town of Tupper Lake is home to its very own hiking challenge. The Tupper Lake Triad Hiking Challenge boasts three *very* family-friendly mountains. The trails are quick and provide some fine views of the surrounding wilderness. They can easily be completed in one day's time, or separate them out over the course of your visit!
Meet the Mountains
Mt. Arab
Goodman Mountain
Coney Mountain
Mt. Arab:
- Distance: 1 mile to the summit
- Elevation: 2,545 feet
- Ascent: 764 feet
Mt. Arab is probably my favorite hike of the Tupper Lake Triad Hiking Challenge. An easily accessible trailhead in Piercefield leads to a short, exciting incline to the fire tower. This trail gains a decent amount of elevation in 1 short mile; as a whole, the trail is only moderately steep, however, there is a section where stairs have been built to assist in the abrupt ascent. Spur trails have been created throughout to avoid sheer rock faces and light rock scrambling in other steep sections. This creation of spur trails isn't ideal for many reasons, but if you are to leave the main trail please stay on a path that is already well worn.
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Goodman Mountain
- Distance: 1.7 miles to the summit
- Elevation: 2,178 feet
- Ascent: 581 feet
This trailhead is just beyond the turnoff for Coney, closer to Tupper Lake. The first three-quarters of a mile of
When you reach the partially open summit, you will be met with a rocky outcropping. There are stunning views of the Round Lake Wilderness Area to the southeast and the Horseshoe Wilderness Area to the west. This is a fairly quick hike, up and down, with a great summit to rest and snack upon while taking in great views! Again, being in the Adirondacks in late May, early June, the Black Flies were swarmin' but the views were worth the swatting! Being the longest hike of the Tupper Lake Triad Hiking Challenge, I saved it for last. I was glad I did because I had the summit all to myself for late afternoon.
Coney Mountain
- Distance: 1.1 miles to the summit
- Elevation: 2,280 feet
- Ascent: 548 feet
The trailhead for this mountain is right off of route 30 about 12 miles from Tupper Lake. If the trailhead parking is full you might notice cars parked on the shoulder; this is where I parked! Coney is another highly enjoyable trail with a very steady incline! Easy by hiking standards and visually appealing the whole hike through. The summit is relatively bare with near 360 views -minus a few trees here and there – and many a good place to sit and enjoy lunch or a snack. Views open up with Goodman Mountain to the north along with the waters of Tupper Lake. With the rolling wooded hills of the Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest to the west, these views are going to be the best bang for the buck.
In late May I was met at the summit with enough black flies to prevent you from eating or drinking (for fear of swallowing them). A few different groups of people were all vying for a good spot on the mountain as well. Hanging out on any rock face is certainly acceptable, but please refrain from trampling the vegetation to have some solitude.
Please, as always, remember your and follow Leave No Trace Principles. Stay safe and head on over to this website when you're finished to register and receive your patch!


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C.C. Sabathia Trades Strikeouts for Groundballs
C.C. Sabathia has become less of a strikeout pitcher and more of a contact pitcher, which makes him more dependent on his defense but also more efficient.
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I ... CC so that he is doing what everyone does ... he's getting all ... but the Yankees ace pitcher is still many years away from going out to pasture ... instead he storms East by slowly changing how he pitches ... the big man strikeout rate is down for the second year in a row ... putting him at his lowest rate since two thousand for ... with five years left on his contract he's playing more like a Comtech pitcher than a strikeout maestro ... that's not to say this about the is less of a pitcher he's still one of the best in the league with fifteen five record and three point one four TRA ... but about half its about these pitches and when the plane is your ground balls a career high ... competition is a risky strategy because it was more of an onus on the Yankees he tends to make outs ... on the flip side ... it also means a bad is becoming a more effective pitcher ... more ground balls means fewer pages which means that they can play longer into again ... so far he's averaging fifteen point one pitches per inning ... the second lowest mark of his career ... it's about the says that the changes due to an improved sinking fastball and while he acknowledges that ground balls are as impressive as strikeouts ... the Yankees are happy for the outs no matter how they earn ... for The Wall Street Journal I matthew Rivera ...


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What do lemons, uncooked rice and a chopstick have to do with spring cleaning? You might say it's the kind of stuff you find under your refrigerator when you do some large scale kitchen cleaning. And in your case, that might be exactly the case. But here, those are three rather unexpected tools that Kate Riley recommends for getting the kitchen spic and span. Kate writes the popular design and decorating blog, Centsational Girl, so we were thrilled when she agreed to share with us her top ten kitchen cleaning tips.
The kitchen is the heart of the home, and like most families we spend many hours together in ours. With so much daily use, it's a space that gets dirty quickly, so I use a combination of natural solutions and retail products to clean our kitchen so it's both sparkling and sanitary.
To follow are ten of my little tricks for keeping my kitchen clean!
Kitchen Cleaning Tip No. 1
Grinder Grunge No More
To clean a coffee grinder, run a small handful of uncooked white rice through it to remove coffee bean oils. Repeat if necessary and wipe grinder with a clean terry cloth or paper towels.
Kitchen Cleaning Tip No. 2
A Range Free From Debris
To remove grime from under a refrigerator or range, wrap a chopstick in a moist paper towel sprayed with Method All Purpose Cleaner and swipe underneath for a crumb-free floor.
Kitchen Cleaning Tip No. 3
Lemon + Baking Soda = Clean Cutting Board
To disinfect and deodorize wood cutting boards, combine a few tablespoons of baking soda and the squeeze of lemon to make a paste. Spread it all over the board and let it sit, scrub with a scrubber sponge, then rinse after five minutes.
Kitchen Cleaning Tip No. 4
A Sanitary Disposal
Sanitize the garbage disposal by grinding frozen cubes of vinegar (made in an ice tray) and pouring boiling water over them as you run the disposal. Thinly sliced pieces of lemon will also remove odors from a garbage disposal.
Kitchen Cleaning Tip No. 5
Sparkling Stainless Steel
Clean stainless steel surfaces with a Rejuvenate Stainless Steel Polish & Cleanser and always with a soft cloth, never anything abrasive or the surface will scratch.
Kitchen Cleaning Tip No. 6
Microwave Maintenance
To clean your microwave oven every week, mix together 3 tablespoons of vinegar and 2 cups of water in a 4 cup glass microwave-safe bowl or measuring cup, then microwave on high for four minutes. Carefully remove the bowl and wipe down the steam-covered interior of the microwave with a soft microfiber cloth.
Kitchen Cleaning Tip No. 7
Cast Iron Care
Clean a cast iron pan with coarse salt and a scrubber sponge to preserve the surface yet remove any food residue. Rinse with warm water. Cure it with a small amount of olive or vegetable oil.
Kitchen Cleaning Tip No. 8
Stylish Display
For a prettier presentation, leave a clear bottle designed for olive oil with a spout next to the sink to display colorful dish washing soap and to keep the cleanser readily available.
Kitchen Cleaning Tip No. 9
Residue Removal
To eliminate soap buildup in a dishwasher, run an empty cycle with hot water. Mid-way through the cycle, add a combination of 2 cups of vinegar and a squeeze of lemon to the hot water in the bottom of the dishwasher. To dislodge residue, wipe away with the soft side of a Scotch-Brite Sponge Scrubber when the cycle is complete.
Kitchen Cleaning Tip No. 10
Cleanser for Ceramics
Bar Keepers Friend Liquid Cleanser is your friend too. Use it to remove scratches from plates or make a dingy ceramic sink sparkling clean.
Have fun with your spring cleaning! You're going to love your sparkling clean kitchen.
Check out The Home Depot's online Cleaning Supplies page for everything you need for your spring cleaning. And take a look at more spring cleaning tips here on The Home Depot Blog.


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Roofing horror stories—trust me, we've heard quite a few. From the roofing remodel that collapsed after a night of heavy rain to the roofer who removed a vent pipe—and then didn't bother to patch the hole—there's definitely a lot that can go wrong with a roof.
Of course, those are some of the most extreme cases. Most homeowners won't experience the trauma of a roof collapse or major impact. Still, it helps to keep an eye out for potential problems. Building experts say one reason roofing issues get out of control is that homeowners simply don't know what to look for. And when that happens, it can often take roofers several rounds of costly repairs before they finally locate the source of the issue.
By educating yourself about some of the most common problems, you can avoid the worst headaches, heartbreaks, and potential money pits. To get you started, here are some of the most common issues seen on rooftops—and what you can do about them.
You Slacked Off On Regular Maintenance
Be honest: before today, when was the last time you thought about your roof? It's a common enough situation for homeowners. Roofs are really easy to forget about—until something goes wrong, that is. But your home's roof is actually a complex system, all of it working to protect you and keep you dry. It takes experienced roofers years to understand the ins and outs of all the different roofing designs.
Still, even if you know very little about building design, there are some common issues you can catch by performing a routine visual inspection once or twice a year, and especially after big storms. In particular, be on the lookout for ponding water—pools that collect on the surface of your roof. Also be aware of cracked, broken, or missing shingles or tiles; and dented, rusted, or missing flashing—the metal sheets that cover seam between the roof and the chimney and other protrusions. These issues all warrant a repair.
Sneakier signs of damage? Look for peeling paint on your soffit and roof overhangs, a common symptom of moisture. Also, discolorations, mold, and sagging ceilings visible from the attic ceiling—all of which indicate you may have a leak. You should also check (and clean!) your gutters at this time. As tedious as cleaning the gutters may seem, your drainage system is a necessary safeguard against excess moisture. Keeping water flowing here protects your siding and keeps your roof in tip-top shape, so the health of your exteriors absolutely depends on it.
Your Roof Has Design Flaws
This one is a little bit more serious. Occasionally roofs leak, sag, or even collapse due to structural deficiencies. Sometimes these issues can be difficult to detect without a thorough investigation, even by experienced roofers.
On the other hand, design issues also occur when inexperienced or careless roofers and builders remove important structural components in the process of making remodels. In one case, for instance, a contractor thoughtlessly removed steel brackets designed to support the roof's decking while making changes to the drainage system and gutters. That turned a once-healthy roof sour in a matter of days.
In the vast majority of cases, however, roofing design flaws don't require massive reconstruction. A standard reroof with a knowledgeable professional is usually enough to iron them out.
Your Roof Was Hit By a Sudden Storm or Other Weather Event
Wind lifts and impacts cause immediate, severe damage to your roof, often requiring an urgent repair from an emergency roofer. In fact, this is where some homeowners can get into trouble, since fly-by-night roofers, or "storm chasers," as they're known in the roofing profession, often show up right after storms to scam unsuspecting households when they're most vulnerable. They often perform the work for cutthroat rates, do the job shoddily, and then skip town before the roof starts to cave. You can avoid problems like these by looking for a contractor with a local office when you make any repair.
Wind lifts, too, can usually be prevented with proper inspections. Typically, these occur because of degraded or improperly attached flashing. Or it may be that a contractor skimped out on adhesive or nails to finish the job faster. In either case, be aware of some of the warning signs of shady contractor behavior: workers who ask for full payment up front, don't answer your calls promptly, or can't provide references and licenses.
Your Roof Was Impacted by Weather Over Time
Not all weather damage announces its presence with flashing lightning and whooshing wind—some take their toll subtly, over the span of months or even years. Hail, in particular, can cause imperceptible divots on roof surfaces that leave homeowners vulnerable to leaks and moisture over time. The important thing is to scope out hail damage right away, because home insurance policies may not cover you if too much time has elapsed.
Another cause of slow-moving damage is exposure to UV rays. In climates with extreme sunlight, exposure to UV radiation can degrade shingles over time, requiring more frequent repairs and replacements. If this is a problem for your area, you can right the issue by purchasing UV-resistant materials in your next replacement, or covering your existing shingles in a UV-resistant protective coating.
Your Contractor Did a Bad Job
As a homeowner, you put a lot of trust in your contractor's know-how and expertise, but unfortunately, not all of them deserve it. While the vast majority of roofers are honest, experienced professionals, you should definitely take some precautions to protect yourself. A roofer who comes recommended by a friend or an acquaintance is usually the safest bet.
Don't have any friends with roofers in their pasts? Ask your potential candidates to provide their own references—and follow up on them. Always take at least three bids on every project. It will help you gauge the average costs in your area. And don't go with someone just because they give you the lowest bid—often, you get what you pay for. You can avoid the majority of disasters by applying a little roofing know-how!
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Galvanized and Stainless Steel Ductwork for Your Home
People say that to have a good home, one must have a good ventilation system in place. That means having ducts – steel ductwork among them – and vents installed above the ceiling. These metal formations help in making our house "breathe." A good HVAC system in a home enables the house's inhabitants to live comfortably and healthy as sufficient amounts of clean air are circulated inside while hot and humid air exits the home. With the heat circulation, your home is assured of obtaining the right amount of clean air for the right temperature. Another benefit for steel ductwork is shortened electric consumption bills because you will not be able to spend more energy; insufficient insulation makes the home easy to lose heat in winter and cold in summer. High electricity costs are often associated with faulty insulation: air conditioners work too hard to cool the room and heaters
Steel, in its galvanized form, is the most common material for ductwork for use in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon; carbon prevents discoloration of iron and makes the mineral stronger and more durable. It is the most common building material in the whole world; yearly production of steel amounts as much as 1.3 million tons. It plays a pivotal role in the construction, maintenance, and usage of buildings, airplanes, ships, computers, household appliances, and weapons. Today, there are different grades of industrial steel available and comes in different forms.
A dependable material for your home
Galvanized steel is the most common material used in ductwork. This material gained its popularity among home builders as it is relatively easy to work with; bending, hammering, and cutting are often done without any delay. It is lightweight compared to other duct materials and costs less than those. Steel is first placed into a hot furnace where molten zinc is already prepared. The steel plates are then immersed into the white-hot zinc liquid. There, the two minerals combine together chemically to form a more durable form of steel. The zinc coating helps in preventing corrosion, which is a regular problem in ducts and ductwork; it is able to resist chemical change brought by salt and other hard materials; and is known to be effective even in places where extreme temperatures are observed.
There are three methods of manufacturing ductwork, yet we are going to consider only one method: the Phenolic, or pre-insulated, method. The making of steel ductwork starts with the outline of the duct to the steel panels insulated beforehand. The parts are cut, usually at 45 degrees, according to their outlines. In the case of elbow ducts and other bent varieties of ductwork, the parts are further bent into the desired shape for the different fittings. Enclose the seams and edges with aluminum tape; and lock the parts in place with glue.
Steel is better
There are other kinds of ductwork aside from steel: flexible ducts and fiberglass duct boards. Flexible ducts are those that are made of plastic wrapped over coils of metal wires. It is usually found as clothes dryer vents and a lot of places where air pressure is low. Fiberglass duct boards are made by not cutting the duct board; instead, it is made by making creases on the duct board and folding these creases. Staple wires and metal-backed tape attach and seal these duct boards; usage of regular duct tape is strongly discouraged because it dries and discharges itself from the duct board from time to time.
Steel ductwork is recommended well by many than flexible ducts and fiberglass duct boards. Unlike flexible ducts, steel ductwork does not restrict air flow since it has a lower air resistance rating. Flexible ducts have tendencies to bend too much which also restricts air flow; same goes for those that are beaten and crumpled. Flexible ducts become saggy over time which increase pressure loss that lead to higher electric costs, low air quality, and can shorten the HVAC equipment. Fiberglass duct boards are inferior to steel ductwork in the sense that it also resists air flow more than those of the steel variety. This kind of ductwork is also hazardous to health as fiberglass particles can be removed from the duct board and into the rushing air; these particles can be inhaled by people and cause respiratory diseases. The duct surface can inhibit the growth of molds because it traps dirt; a dilemma ensues when cleaning these ducts as it may damage the surface.
Consult and buy one now!
Steel ductwork is readily available in home improvement stores everywhere, or online through retailers' and manufacturers' websites. There are a lot of choices of this kind of ductwork out there. Selecting steel ductwork for your home depends largely on your needs. You should ask a ventilation expert before buying one.
A well-installed duct system makes a home more comfortable to live in and its inhabitants healthier. A good living and good savings, not to mention efficiency, are things that only steel ductwork can provide.


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Tribute: Elder Jason David Fry
Elder Jason David Fry, died on Monday, October 9, 2006, after a hiking accident while serving a full-time mission in the South Africa Durban Mission of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He was 20 years of age and a resident of Silverdale, Washington.
Jason was born on September 21, 1986, in Provo, Utah, to Paul Alfred Fry and Christina Marie Postle. Jason graduated from Central Kitsap High School in 2005 where he was an honor student. Jason was an Eagle Scout, loved to play soccer and had a passion for working with computers. He had previously worked as an intern with the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard. Prior to serving his mission, Jason attended one year at BYU Idaho.
Jason had served five months of his two-year mission in Africa at the time of his death. He is survived by his beloved parents, Paul and Christina Fry of Silverdale, WA; his siblings, Julie Fry of Chicago, Illinois, Robert, Brandon and Ryan Fry, also of Silverdale, WA. He also leaves behind his dear grandparents, Donald and Shirla Fry of Bremerton, WA and Richard and Maria Postle of Newbury Park, California. There are many other loving family and friends.
A visitation will be held on Friday, October 20, 2006, from 6:00-8:00 PM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter -Day Saints- Silverdale Stake Center located at 9256 Nels Nelson Road NW, Bremerton, WA 98311. The funeral ceremony will be held on Saturday, October 21, 2006, at 11:00 AM, also at the church. Interment will be private at Mountain View Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made in Jason's memory to The Jason David Fry Memorial Fund, Central Kitsap High School Computer Department, P.O. Box 8, 3700 NW Anderson Hill Road, Silverdale, Washington 98383-0008.
Arrangements entrusted to Kass & Cook Family Funeral Home.


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The Beginning shows Helen/Ashley different philosophy on abnormals. Helen wants the dangerous abnormal alive, Ashley wants to kill it. But Ashley follows her mothers wishes, it shows her respect for her.
Eric, an ex of Helen's? That's 2 so far, Druitt being the first noted ex.
The Whole Henry/Ashley flirting "Have you seen my Nubbins" "Don't you just want to squeeze them". Now I liked the Ashley/Will scene with her checking out his behind etc, but I think there is more of a romantic chemistry between Ashley/Henry.
Katherine Isabelle out of Ginger Snaps, also was great in Smallville as the coma girl.
Helen/Will flirting was a bit of a ick factor to me. I just don't think he's her type, especially made more gross when he an Ashley are very close later in the episode.
Will suggests they find a way to stop the breeding, which seems a safe precaution especially as the mother popped out 14 babies in a litter. But Helen wants to study them first...anyone can see this ending badly.
Loved Ashley's Nubbin getting all possessive over her & marking his territory.
Why does Ashley have men's shirts in her closet, I would think that she wouldn't be able just to bring back random guy's to The Sanctuary where abnormals roam free.
Henry being bitten & the whole "Your mother was a sewer rat" exchange was funny. As was Henry jumping on the ledge away from the creature.
Helen is upset at Ashley for being careless having the Nubbin out of the habitat, but isn't Helen also partly to blame for not listening to Will's idea of stopping them breeding.
So Sophie is given a device to show when her ability is working, bit of a waste as they only show it once. Also it seemed pretty easy to tell when her ability was active, what with the way she all of a sudden dramatically looks of into the distance when it happens.
Henry was my favourite this episode, he had most of the best lines. "Women & geeks first...That's all of us". "I've got wood".


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|Duncan E, Paley J & Eva G (2007) Complex Interventions and Complex Systems in Occupational Therapy: an Alternative Perspective, British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 70 (5), pp. 199-206.
|In recent years, there have been numerous discussions of complex interventions and complex systems in the health care literature. The cue for many of these discussions was the publication of an influential document on complex interventions by the Medical Research Council in 2000, and the appearance of an equally influential series of articles on complex systems in the British Medical Journal in 2001. However, it is not always clear that the work published during the intervening period recognises that complex interventions and complex systems are not, in fact, the same thing. This paper discusses a recent contribution to the occupational therapy literature, in which the confusion between complex interventions and complex systems drives the argument. It identifies six claims made by Creek et al (2005) and suggests that only one of them is accurate. Specifically, it argues that, although occupational therapy is sometimes a complex intervention, there is no reason to suppose that it is a complex system; nor is there any good reason to believe that occupational therapy outcomes are intrinsically unpredictable. The paper concludes with an explanation of why this topic is important, and why confusing the two (very different) kinds of complexity risks compromising the idea of evidence-based practice.
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