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I bought this beautiful blouse in the Lindy Bop sale after Christmas (along with a skirt I'll photograph when I get the chance) and I finally got around to wearing it for a day out around town. Does anyone else but me refuse to wear new things until I've been able to photograph them? It's a weird attitude I've picked up since I started blogging! I'm really looking forward to being able to wear it for work though; it's the perfect secretary chic kind of item.
Here I wore the blouse with my wool trousers for a 1940s-inspired outfit which I really enjoyed wearing. Apologies for the creases, I'd been wearing it all day and I Must. Learn. Not. To slouch!
Thanks to Lexie for the pictures.
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Yep that's exactly how I am - I won't wear something out unless I've been able to take photos of it first haha. I'm glad it's not just me! That blouse is a gorgeous style and colour, I had no idea Lindybop did blouses, I will have to check them out :DReplyDelete
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I try to not wear things until I can take photos of them, for sure, but sometimes I make the mistake of ironing something ready for the photos, then putting it on anyway because I really like it and having to repeat the process. So your way is much less time-consuming! This is a good Lindy Bop find; I just worry with things like this about the material and how much they make you... 'glow'!!ReplyDeleteReplies
I was a bit worried about the material as well in case it looked cheap, but it's actually a nice quality in terms of the feeling and weight of the material and it's not too shiny or easily creased. It's not "plasticy" like some very cheap satin.Delete
It's a fabulous blouse - and the colour is perfect on you! KxReplyDelete
I love the style and colour of your blouse - your trousers are great as well!ReplyDelete
Absolutely beautiful! That is one of my favourite colours ever. It teams so nicely with a huge array of other shades and seems to suit the winter months especially well.ReplyDelete
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Common Dance Courtesies
Learning to dance involves learning a number of different complicated steps and maneuvers; however, it also involves learning how to approach dancing with common courtesy.
Avoid showing off complicated moves when the dance floor is particularly crowded. This can result in problems for everyone, including possible injuries.
It is also important to learn how dances are classified in order to know how you should move about the floor. In this regard dances are classified as either spot or progressive. For spot dances, including the rumba, cha cha and swing, the couple should try to remain in the area where they are dancing as much as possible and avoid invading the space of other dancers. In progressive dances; however, such as the waltz or foxtrot, dancers should move around the floor in a counterclockwise manner.
In the event the music would allow more than one type of dance, dancers who can dance spot dances should try to move about the floor in a manner so as to allow others to move more freely on the floor.
When you are entering the dance floor, try to avoid interfering with others who are already dancing on the floor. Be sure to respect others, particularly if they are moving toward you. Avoid stopping on the dance floor for any reason, if it is make conversation with other dancers or discuss how a particular dance should be approached. If you need to stop for any reason, leave the dance floor, so as to not interrupt or block anyone else. As you exit the dance floor be sure to walk around other dancers.
Always make sure you are executing good manners when on the dance floor. If you do happen to accidentally bump into someone on the floor be considerate and apologize.
When it comes to asking someone to dance, be aware that it is perfectly acceptable for a lady to ask a gentleman to dance. There is nothing wrong with this. That said; however, it is important to attempt to occupy a partner too much. The general rule of thumb regarding this is to avoid asking the same person to dance more than twice during the same event. This rule is generally true for both women and men. If you refuse a dance, do consider telling the other individual that you would like to dance at a later time if you have a good reason for refusing the first invitation.
When dancing on the floor, especially if you are leading, avoid executing moves that might hurt your partner. Try to be aware of your partner's skill and avoid moves that might be too advanced for them. It is perfectly fine to dip a partner but not if you feel that your partner might be afraid or might be hurt in doing so. Remember that not all dances must be finished with a dip. The basic rule of thumb is that dips should only be performed when you feel you can do it successfully. Ideally, it's a good idea to ask your partner first, especially if you plan a complex dip and/or if you are dancing with someone you do not know well.
Be aware that trick moves, such as drops and aerials, should not be performed during social dance events. Injuries can occur, particularly if the dance floor is crowded. In the event you do plan to perform a trick move, always be sure to ask your partner first. Never spring such a move on your partner as a surprise and always be aware of what is going on around you before considering such a move.

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What You Need to Know About the Chicago Dining Scene This Week
A tri-level West Loop spot opens, and Chicago mourns the death of Donnie Kruse.
Tri-level spot The Lunatic, The Lover & The Poet (736 W. Randolph St., West Loop) has opened its first floor, with a selection of 200 wines curated by co-owner/sommelier Tom Powers (Vivo, Marché, Red Light) and a small-plates menu courtesy of Jessica Nowicki (Naha, Brindille). The second floor—which houses a lounge and private dining space—and the lower-level wine room will debut in the coming weeks.
Bucktown gains another caffeine purveyor in Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea Bar (1620 N. Milwaukee Ave.). There's no discrimination when it comes to roasters, and you'll find Chicago's own Dark Matter alongside Stumptown (Portland, OR), Irving Farm (New York City), and others; eight cold brews and teas on draft; and a matcha bar. There's also a food menu offering pastries, hot breakfast, and lunch.
Donnie Kruse, the beloved co-owner of Stanley's Kitchen and Tap (1970 N. Lincoln Ave., Lincoln Park), has died. He was a force behind the bar, turning it into an institution beloved by celebrities such as John Cusack and Chris Farley. Many fans are sharing memories on Twitter using the hashtag #thankyoudonniekruse.
Let your favorite high school–age baker know that they've got until Friday to submit a recipe for the first-ever Mayor's Cup baking contest. The competition, sponsored by the French Pastry School, requires Chicago high schoolers between ages 14 and 19 to submit a recipe for a cupcake inspired by the city and a 50-word essay on why they're inspired to bake—and the competition's winner will receive a full scholarship to the FPS. Visit frenchpastryschool.com to enter.
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Thursday, December 1
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I love your decorations. It's inspiring me to make it happen at my home :)ReplyDelete
I love She & Him - my new favorite Holiday CD! And the Starbucks ornament. :) The Fisher Price Nativity is very cute! Looks like you are all ready for Christmas! :)ReplyDelete
These pictures are absolutely wonderful! SO glad it's finally December! :)ReplyDelete
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SO CUTE!! love the decor.ReplyDelete
I've been playing She and Him non-stop. Your house makes me happy.ReplyDelete
Oh my goodness. How did I not know there's a She and Him holiday album? Your decorations look great.ReplyDelete
I love these pictures!! And we have that same kidney shaped table that you have, except yours is red and ours isn't painted!!!ReplyDelete
My kids have that same Little People nativity and it is a favorite. I love that they have one that they can play with. Last year they got a Playmobil one and now they sit and play with them every day during Advent.ReplyDelete
Your house is lovely!
I got the Little People nativity set for Ava when she was a newborn. I love that she can't break it. It's one of her favorite things to come out during Christmas. I love your decorations! They are really cute!ReplyDelete
Am so excited that it's the Christmas season.ReplyDelete
I have the she & him cd. I love it.
I always want a little people nativity. I didn't come out until after my boys grew out of little people. Sad.
Adorable! I love that truck/candle holder :) My mom had a nativity set that we could play with too and I always loved it. . . that little peoples one is so stinkin' cute. Merry Christmas!!ReplyDelete
Looks great! We started decorating this past weekend and are putting our tree up friday. Hopefully I can post some pictures on Monday :)ReplyDelete
Love the pics of Foster with his daddy!
your family makes me smile. :) what a fun time of year! (and isn't the she & him christmas album fabulous?? i love it!)ReplyDelete
We also have the Little People Nativity set, I bought it on sale at the end of the season last year and put it away for Lydia to open this year while I decorated our house, she loves to hide them in the tree :)ReplyDelete
LOVE. the boys are such cuties. ;)ReplyDelete
So lovely...I am so excited December is finally here!! Yea!!!ReplyDelete
Happy Holidays to you and your precious family!
Get. Out!! Seriously, the sweetest photo post EVER! :)ReplyDelete
Love the decorations, love the Little People Navtivity Scene, and love the She & Him album.ReplyDelete
Awww...your tree is so cute!!ReplyDelete
I am loving the Little People Nativity scene! Ah-mahzing! ;)ReplyDelete
Such great christmas decor!ReplyDelete
Love the wreath!
Great Album! =) And fun pics!ReplyDelete
Your house looks perfectly warm and festive.ReplyDelete
However, I am a little concerned about that cute little wooden tree so close to the candle. I tend to keep my candles 34 feet away from any other object though (smidgen ocd).
I really REALLY really want a Little People Nativity for the boys. Maybe after Christmas I can find a sale or something.


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Do you have headaches, sinusitis, nasal stuffiness, heartburn, indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), muscle aches and stiffness, joint pain, anxiety, depression, difficulty sleeping, fatigue, skin itching, inability to focus, palpitations, or mental confusion? You could have food allergies.
Many people suffer from food allergies and don't realize it. Rarely can we determine on our own that something we ate four days ago might be causing today's migraine. Many people needlessly endure years of illness with numerous chronic illness and symptoms (arthritis, asthma, migraines, cluster headaches, bowel problems, irritability, eczema, hyperactivity, and many others) without even knowing that delayed food allergies are causing these conditions.
"Food allergies," you say doubtingly.
There are two main food allergies; IgE (Immunoglobulin E) and IgG (Immunoglobulin G). IgE allergic reactions to foods can occur within minutes or a few hours after the food is eaten and may lead to many different symptoms including hives, swelling around the mouth, asthma, diarrhea, vomiting, and even life-threatening anaphylaxis (a severe adverse reaction involving the major body systems). Most people are aware of these food allergies. An antibody is a protein used by the immune system to identify and neutralize foreign objects like bacteria and viruses. If the food eaten is a food allergen, the body will react like it is an invader. Actual IgE food allergies are somewhat uncommon, with estimates that four percent of the population has food-based allergies. The most common food allergy triggers are the proteins in cow's milk, eggs, peanuts, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish, and tree nuts.
Some food allergies are more subtle. These types of food allergies (sometimes also referred to as a food sensitivity or intolerance), involve IgG antibodies and are measurable by an IgG food allergy test. IgG antibodies are associated with non-atopic, hidden, and delayed food reactions that can initiate, worsen, or contribute to inflammation and many different health problems. These reactions are more difficult to notice since they can occur hours or even several days after consumption of an offending food. Often the offenders are frequently eaten foods that are hard to avoid, such as milk, corn, and wheat. These "hidden" food allergies are said to affect as many as 60 percent of the population, and contribute to a variety of disorders, including ADD/ADHD.
"How does a patient acquire food allergies?"
The tendency to be allergic to foods is either familial (genetic tendency) or by the constant and repeated exposure of the same foods. Since we tend to eat the same foods over and over, our present symptoms continue and new ones start to develop. IBS can also put us at more risk for developing food allergies, and food allergies can cause IBS. A study published in Gut 2005 found that eliminating IgG food allergy antibodies may be effective in reducing IBS symptoms.
Unfortunately, as we grow older and start to become pattern eaters, we become sensitive to foods we always eat or crave. At a certain point, the body's immune system becomes overwhelmed by these foods and begins attacking weaknesses in the body. The food proteins are the foreign substances that the body is attempting to defend against. The manifestations are chronic conditions that over time become a chronic illness. The most damaging are the IgG and IgM antibodies that combine with serum protein and activate complement reactions causing permanent cell damage, i.e. arthritis, multiple sclerosis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and a whole host of other serious chronic conditions.
Both parents pass on the tendency to be allergic to certain foods. Normally, a small child will reject these foods in their diets. If at an early age we are forced to eat certain foods that we do not like or the foods disagree with us, then we tend to become allergic to these foods. Unfortunately, over time the food allergies create inflammation from this repeated exposure and we develop multiple chronic symptoms.
As improbable as it sounds, some people get symptoms from eating "healthy" foods such as wheat, milk, or even apples. For reasons we do not fully understand, for some individuals, eating a specific food causes the immune system to stand up and fight; yet the immune system loses. Consequently, you become ill. The illness you have is the immune system's allergic response to a certain food.
How can you find out if you're suffering from food allergies?
Skin tests, although fairly reliable for the detection of IgE to environmental allergens, are not well correlated with food allergy signs and symptoms. Placebo-controlled food challenges and elimination/challenge diets are extremely time-consuming for the patient and practitioner and require a high degree of patient motivation and compliance. Food allergies or intolerances can be determined by one blood test covering 90 different foods.
In the end, without testing, most doctors may not know what is causing your underlying problem so they will prescribe a medicine for your symptoms. They haven't really cured the problem, but rather have hidden it so you can continue to function. Meanwhile, other symptoms may surface and you will needlessly perpetuate your suffering. Most chronic diseases related to foods develop slowly but become severe and resistant to routine treatment with medication. Unless the food is removed from the diet, the constant immune stimulation persists.
Different treatment options are available—from over-the-counter products to prescription medications and allergy shots. While pharmaceutical medications are sometimes needed, there are both risks and benefits in using them. The action of medications is to block the body's natural response to an allergy. Antihistamines help block the action of histamine, a substance produced by our bodies during an allergic reaction. It is a natural protective response.
Decongestants fight nasal congestion by constricting blood vessels. Prescription nasal steroids, or corticosteroids, are inhaled nasal sprays that treat nasal allergy symptoms. If you believe the Nasonex commercial, "There's no cure for nasal allergies, but there are Nasonex treatments to help manage most symptoms," you would continue on the medication. The reality is if a hidden food allergy is causing the nasal stuffiness, elimination of the food resolves the nasal congestion.
The goal of immunotherapy (allergy shots) is to "train" your immune system over time to be better able to tolerate the allergens that trigger your symptoms. Other treatments include mast cell stabilizers, which help to prevent the release of inflammatory chemicals during an allergic reaction. The release of inflammatory chemicals is your body saying, "Help! What you are doing is not good for you!"
Symbicort, a steroid used to help control asthma, contains formoterol, a long-acting beta2-agonist (LABA). Medicines containing LABAs may increase the chance of asthma-related death. Medications may be needed, but it is always recommended to discover the underlying cause of the inflammation and remove it.
If you have chronic symptoms, have food allergy testing and determine if a hidden food allergy may be triggering your symptoms. Of the many and sometimes inexpensive tests, there is a significant variance in results. Use a credible, reputable lab.
Your personal immune response system is what determines which foods give you symptoms. The best way to avoid allergy symptoms is to determine the source of the allergies and steer clear of the things that trigger your allergies.
Any Food can cause Any problem!
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Practicing scales may not be the most exciting exercise, but it can do wonders for your overall skills on the guitar. It is very important to have a thorough knowledge of scales while playing guitar. In this theory lesson, Parsuram teaches how to play F Major scale on guitar. Watch the video for a detailed explanation.
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Thursday, June 19, 2014
Lab Applications that Benefit from Nitrogen Generators
While Nitrogen Generation can enhance operations in a variety of industrial and commercial applications, one industrial sector that highly benefits from N2 Generation is scientific laboratories.
Nitrogen Generators in the Lab
Labs often handle very sensitive and expensive material, so maintaining a clean, safe and non-contaminated environment is critical. Because laboratories require very specific atmospheric conditions, a Nitrogen Generator can allow the use of N2 gas in a safe, carefully controlled method.
See: Laboratory Uses for Nitrogen Gas
In a process known as atmosphere blanketing, oxygen is removed from the laboratory environment in order to create a non-combustible atmosphere. The use of Nitrogen in atmosphere blanketing is a safe and effective way to remove oxygen and its associated hazards. The challenge, however, is creating a steady supply of Nitrogen gas to maintain the proper flow rate and purity levels. The solution to this problem is installing a Nitrogen Generator at the point of process.
More and more laboratories are turning to the simple, safe, and effective Nitrogen Generation Technology from South-Tek Systems. With a wide range of N2 Generator Systems in a variety of models, South-Tek can likely provide a system that will create the optimal atmosphere for your lab or clean room.
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Not only do our Nitrogen Generators provide a level of efficiency and safety, they can greatly reduce Nitrogen gas costs that are typically associated with relying on bulk liquid or expensive gas contracts. Switching from a gas supplier to a Nitrogen Generator allows laboratories to create a steady supply of Nitrogen as needed, saving time and money - which ultimately leads to a healthier bottom line for the company.
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Overview of the N2 Series Nitrogen Generators
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N2-GEN B Series (Booster Series)
The N2-GEN Booster Series offers compact, high-pressure Nitrogen generation in three separate models. This series is designed for a multitude of applications and offers versatility in flow rates and Nitrogen purity to suit your specific needs.
The three models include the N2-GEN-B3, N2-GEN-B4, and the N2-GEN-B6. All three models have the capability of generating high purity (98.5%) Nitrogen gas. They provide a max N2 pressure out of 2,400 PSIG and are offered in a uniform cabinet size of 26" x 32" x 33". Where the models vary is in N2 flow rate out and cabinet weight.
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N2-GEN C Series (Cabinet Series)
The N2-GEN C Series, like the other N2-GEN series from South-Tek Systems, uses a Pressure Swing Absorption (PSA) designed system that is suited specifically for high purity N2 applications. This series includes eight different models, ranging from the low output, low weight STS N2-GEN 10C all the way up to the STS N2-GEN 150C. N2 outputs range from 100 SCFH to 1500 SCFH. Depending on your facility's N2 generation needs, space availability, and budget, you are likely to find a model that meets your requirements in the N2-GEN C Series.
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N2-GEN S Series (Skid Mounted Series)
The N2-GEN Skid Mounted Series, or S series, is also available in eight different models that vary in N2 output, size and weight. Whether you can get by with the 100S model with 1,000 SCFH output or you need the bigger, more powerful 3000S model with 30,000 SCFH output, or one of the many options in between, South-Tek can help you find the model that works best for you.
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N2-GEN TL Series Arc Suppression System
The TL (Transmission Line) Series features an Arc Suppression System that inhibits corrosion and prevents voltage arcing in Transmission Lines. Moisture can accumulate in non-pressurized Transmission Lines compromising the integrity of your on-site equipment and end-product. The N2-GEN - Arc Suppression System produces 98%+ pure Nitrogen on demand to positively pressurize the Transmission Line.
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This series also includes the AutoPurge System and BlastOff Leak Detection System.
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This is Me
Since I was at school I have loved coding. I decided to get into electronics when I left school cause that opportunity was available. I loved that to, but in my opinion, not my future. So I resigned and started my career as a waiter.
I enrolled at Hatfield Business College to complete my Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD).
Some years after completion I discovered that my qualification was invalid as the exams that I had completed was not official Microsoft MCP exams, thus my relisation that I had been short shifted. Non the less, the "qualification" aided in getting me my first job in programming and lead the way forward in my path of discovery.
I started my programming career at a internet start-up called Consignex(Pty)Ltd, I was a junior asp web developer, and quickly discovered that I have the ability to learn very quickly and was requested to develop a light weight payroll system. This turned out to be a short start, as the company closed down less than one year later.
I returned to my skills as a waiter while searching for my next employment opportunity. I started contracting to a small ICT company and was involved in development projects for government, mostly DOD, Air force and Navy. After moving through the ranks in that position, I reached the top available position for that path; Senior Specialist Analyst programmer. I found myself wanting to go further than that path was able to take me.
I joined The National Treasury IFMS team where I started on my Java EE path, and since I have always been a very quick learner. I caught on to different programming languages quickly. In my spare time I soared in the PHP, Javascript space and my online alias had spread widely across the web.
In 2003, my path into entrepaneurship started:
- 2003; I co-found a marketing and advertising organisation. Apart from my duties as a Java EE programmer on my contracts, I managed all the ICT and related dealing and operations of the organisation. On many occasions, the workload demand had resulted in late nights and even working through the nights. Additional to these responsibilities, once the organisation started employing resources, I had the added responsibility of human resources manager and had to manage a complex hierarchical commission structures.
- 2006, I co-founded a property auctions organisation, and I assumed the same responsibilities within this organisation. This organisation became a subsidiary of the marketing organisation, and was the first of many to come.
Later In 2006, we incorporated and added an events management company to the list of subsidiaries, and pulled off a couple of high profile events.
- 2007; Two additional organisations we added to the growing empire.
– First was a web hosting and development organisation. Specialising in developing websites for clients in a multitude of technologies ranging from PHP, CMS, Javascipt to Back-end WordPress API's and Webservices.
– Second was a branding company which specialised in large format printing, working with clients from local to international.
The shear volume of the workload required by the organisations and the impact of the international financial recession took its toll on the major stakeholders, and the group posted a loss of almost 60% revenue year on year for the 2008 fin year. This inevitably resulted in severe downscaling of the group and selling of some of the subsidiaries.
In 2009, The entire group was closed down due to financial pressures and inconsolable differences between partners, that resulted in the total collapse of the company and all its subsidiary companies.
In 2012, I started a new contract at a promising ICT company and was contracted for development services to a major financial organisation. Since then I have contributed to a number of financial and retails projects in the Java EE space. In a short time while working for the organisation, I had become acquainted with some of the senior management and executives of the organisation. They expressed their support and enthusiasm in my consideration of furthering my studies and career. I have joined up with one of these executives and have adopted him as my mentor and guide.
In July 2012, I attempted to register for my MBA, I did not meet entry criteria due to my lack of having a undergraduate degree. I then immediately entered for the BBA – Bachelor of Business Administration Degree, and have since started my path towards my MBA and executive leadership. To date I have managed to maintain a distinction average and only time will tell if the cum-laud is in my future.
In 2013 I hope to complete and compliment my studies with a Enterprise Architect Certification.
My goals:
Short Term – 6 Months – 1 Year:
– Successful Leadership Role
– Maintain grades in BBA
– Enterprise Architect Certification
Medium Term – 1 Year – 5 Years:
– Successful Senior Management Role
– Complete BBA cum-laud
– Start with MBA
Long Terrm – 5 Years – 10 Years:
– Senior Executive Role
– Leadership and Mentor Role
– Incorporated Own Business
– Start with DBA
So, in a nutshell, "This is ME". You will get to know me and journey as life takes me through the wormhole.
I have no doubt in my mind that you will meet your goals!
You will make it Jannie.


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We are the most capable animals that this world has produced and we are living in one of the most capable times. Yet almost none of us believe in our capabilities. Many of us grew up in a setting that leaves us believing that we are not good enough, beautiful enough, deserving enough or capable enough to fulfill what we feel in our hearts is our destiny.
To think of ourselves as anything less than all powerful, creative beings is to do a disservice to the world.
The cure to this illusion that we are not good enough, is the acceptance of love for anything and everything that we are, as individuals and as a world. We are far more powerful than we were ever led to believe by anyone who we've ever known. When we truly know this, we will be able to see that the fruits of all of our efforts to collect things, has only been to mask our lack of love.
Love only moves in one direction, and so to be fed with love we must feed with love. By giving freely of our love we will open ourselves to receive love.
We can look at our collections for what they really are. Our collections are made of pain, and suffering. Normally, the more money we collect, the more another human being has to suffer. The materials that make up our collections were all gathered and assembled by slaves. The only reason we feel we need to create a larger collection for ourselves is because we are unable to love.
A person who is in love reverses the direction of his desires from taking to giving.
As we cleanse ourselves of the need to collect possessions, accolades and achievements, we rid ourselves of the false idea that we are not already enough. A great weight is lifted off of our souls when we are able to see that we already have everything that we need. The greatest sense of relief can then wash over us because we no longer need to go out and get anything. We no longer have a shortage of anything. We no longer are devoid of anything.
We are born, that is how we know we are worthy.
By moving towards love we move away for our collections and allow them to go unmaintained. They will disappear. As the materials turn back to dust our demand for other human beings to suffer also turns to dust. We no longer need anyone else to live in pain so that we may maintain the false idea that we are not good enough. As those slaves slowly begin to become unshackled and once again walk upright among us, as our equals they too can begin their journey to realize that they are too worthy.
The love is there, always, if you can't see it the issue is with your perception.
Take a look into your world and see all of the blooming trees. Ripe with love.


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Shhh, listen ... baseball season is here! We know because we hear the anguished cries of collegiate players being pummeled by the pros. In sports' version of a large man chasing a dachshund with a shovel, baseball continued its storied and venerable tradition of major league teams opening spring training competition against college opponents, with often hilarious results. And the Associated Press is always sure to chip in with hilarious opening paragraphs.
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Josh Beckett and the Boston Red Sox were in October form during their exhibition opener.
Well yeah, if the World Series is being played between the American League and ACC champions this year. The Red Sox slipped by Boston College 24-0 in their spring debut on Thursday, trotting out 20-game winner Josh Beckett to face a team that had not yet had a practice outdoors. The good news is that the Eagles covered. But my favorite linescore of the spring is still this one. Please note that the Pirates were limited to one run over the final eight innings by the Manatee Community College Lancers.
In other news, the Mets lost to the Cardinals 7-0 on Thursday. But don't worry New York fans, because the Mets are bringing out their $137.5 million stopper today, as Johan Santana makes his Grapefruit League debut in a game televised by MLB and SNY. And it also must be noted that Atlanta's Colter Bean allowed the tying run to score when he hit a batter with the bases loaded in the Dodgers' 5-4 win over the Braves in Joe Torre's debut with Los Angeles.
Meanwhile, Cubs' outfielder Kasuke Fukudome was welcomed to the majors by being plunked with a pitch in his first at-bat by San Francisco's Noah Lowry. 福留 孝介!!
And its also a brand new baseball season for Touch 'Em All With Alyssa Milano, as she opens the season on her blog with photos of her new dog, and of herself at the NBA All-Star Game. Baseball Fever! Catch it!
BoSox Hammer Boston College 24-0 [SI.com]
Fukudome Plunked, Gets RBI In Debut [MLB.com]
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Gentoo Linux 2006.1 is now out offering users the latest in package updates for the community-built meta-distribution.
The release also offers support for an interesting processor, the Hitachi SuperH, which is included in Sega's long-dead Dreamcast game console.
The 2006.1 release is the second official milestone release from Gentoo this year and follows the 2006.0 release by six months.
Unlike other Linux distributions, Gentoo developers considered their distribution to be a "meta-distribution" since users can customize their distributions with the Gentoo Portage system of more than 6,000 continuously updated packages.
The release serves as a marker for progress made in the Gentoo project.
"As with all new Gentoo releases, this one brings new packages to the 'out of the box' install," Gentoo Developer Christel Dahlskjaer told internetnews.com
"The most noteworthy aspects of this release will be that it's built with GCC 4.1 for AMD64, x86, HPPA, and 32- and 64-bit PowerPCs."
GCC 4.1 was released in March and provides a high degree of optimization.
Originally standing for GNU C Compiler, GCC now refers to GNU Compiler Collection and is in every GNU/Linux distribution. The 2006.0 milestone used GCC 3.4. By using GCC 4.1, Gentoo developers were able to achieve a certain degree of improvement in their release.
"Although I am not a toolchain chick, some improvements worthy of mention are faster code on some architectures, better conformance to various language standards and improved optimization for C and C++," Dahlskjaer explained.
"As well as library support for a large number of the features in C++ TR1, support for Fortran 90 to mention some."
The installer in 2006.1 is also improved over the one that first appeared in 2006.0.
When 2006.0 was released, Gentoo developer Daniel Ostrow told internetnews.com that the installer was still pre-1.0 and, as such, it may have a few rough edges.
Dahlskjaer noted that the installer was ready for prime time, otherwise the Gentoo project wouldn't have released it as the default method for x86.
"However, at that time we weren't confident to ship it with any other archs," Dahlskjaer said. "For 2006.1? Absolutely!"
2006.1 also now supports the Hitachi SuperH embedded processor, which is found in some HP PDAs as well as in the discontinued SEGA DreamCast gaming console.
Don't expect to be able to turn that old DreamCast you've got lying around into a Gentoo-based Linux supercomputer just yet, though.
"Technically speaking, yes, it can run Gentoo if you're inclined to tinker about with it a bit," Dahlskjaer said. "However, we do not yet support Gentoo on the DreamCast."


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I'm a mind reader. Ammanford's own Derren Brown, if you like.
But with a lot less cash in the bank and a lot more hair on my head than the mysterious maestro of magical manipulation. And to demonstrate my pseudo-supernatural skills, I predict that when I tell you I'm talking rubbish this week, many of you will ask, "So what's new?"
Nevertheless, I will talk rubbish, because I see it everywhere I go. Crisp packets, cans, bottles, polystyrene food containers from well-known burger chains and paper bags from equally well-known bakers/sausage roll emporiums.
They pollute our streets, parks, grass verges, back alleys, front gardens and even our driveways. We're under attack from an army of idiots who think it's okay to drop their litter outside our houses at three am and "Somebody else will clear it up".
No, mate!
You bought the can.
You bought the burger.
So you have to take your rubbish home.
People behave in this slovenly way partly because we're too nervous to tell them they're doing something wrong in case we get sworn at . . . or worse.
I'm all for stiff penalties for dropping litter and more should be done to raise awareness of the problem. How about allowing mobile phone pictures and video evidence being used to prosecute people?
Last week, I saw someone 'Spring-cleaning' his car while driving along a busy road.
Out through the driver's window flew sweet wrappers, paper cups and empty sandwich packets. Until I saw it for myself, I would never have believed a pig – especially one who'd had its brain removed – could be taught to drive.
And don't get me started on cigarette ends!
A friend of mine works in a large local hospital which – quite naturally – bans smoking in the grounds. Nevertheless, every morning his first job is to use an industrial blower to create a path for patients and visitors through a pile of cigarette ends discarded by thoughtless smokers.
I take pride in my environment and have always respected people who feel the same way. But, clearly, there's a substantial element of society who see nothing wrong in polluting the world around them and creating a filthy atmosphere for others
Now you've read the article and realised how fired-up and frustrated I am about litter, if you still think I'm talking rubbish, you know what you can do with your opinion.
Put it in the nearest bin!


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The technology group Wärtsilä has successfully completed sea trials of its SceneScan system, the world's first 'targetless' dynamic positioning (DP) laser sensor. This state-of-the-art technology requires no reflector target to be deployed, thereby increasing both safety and operational uptime. The technology has been developed by Guidance Marine, a Wärtsilä company.
The tests were carried out onboard the Topaz Citadel, a vessel owned by Topaz Energy and Marine, a leading international offshore support vessel company providing logistics support and marine solutions to the global energy industry. The SceneScan was connected to a Wärtsilä DP system, with which the vessel was already fitted. Following the successful 90-day tests, Topaz indicated that it will keep the system as installed on the Topaz Citadel, and that it will begin a phased roll-out to additional vessels. The initial order includes upgrading existing DP sensor systems onboard four of the company's vessels. Wärtsilä will also provide installation and commissioning of the systems.
"The testing and evaluation was carried out and proven under actual DP operations with offshore platforms in the Caspian Sea. The positive feedback provides further evidence of the efficiency and accuracy of the SceneScan system. This is fully in line with Wärtsilä's Smart Marine vision, for which enhanced vessel safety is a key pillar," says Andrew Stead, Head of Business Development, Guidance Marine.
"The installation onboard the Topaz Citadel was seamless, and the technical support that was provided by Wärtsilä throughout the testing period successfully determined the system's overall effectiveness. We have no doubt that the SceneScan system will add considerable value to the DP operations of our versatile and digitised fleet." says Paul Jarkiewicz, Operations Director at Topaz Energy and Marine.
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OK, well, I went to FTD.com and their site indicated Sunday delivery was available. Great! So I made my purchase and all was well.
Then this afternoon (Monday) I received this:
Unfortunately, due to holiday volumes we are unable to deliver your gift until Monday, May 9th or Tuesday, May 10th.
So I called my folks and asked my dad if they'd arrived. Nope. And it was already about 8PM. So they didn't deliver Sunday as promised *or* Monday. My parents will be out of the house most of tomorrow, and they're leaving for NY on Thursday or Friday anyway, so there's little point in getting them after that. OK, well:
If you would like to cancel the order and receive a full refund, simply click on this link...
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We have received your recent request to cancel your order. Upon investigation, we found that your order was already in the process of being delivered, and as such we cannot accommodate your request.
In the process of being delivered? Not tonight - that came at 20:36! If they've already put it in the truck for tomorrow - those'll be *real* fresh when delivered.
And when the hell did it get to be 22:30? Christ, I just want to go home and sleep.


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Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20: Performance
The Panasonic Lumix ZS20 has that big zoom lens packed into a slim, easily portable compact digital body, but what other performance goodies has Panasonic managed to squeeze in there as well? We're going to Disneyland to find out.
Shooting Performance
It takes just under 2 seconds for the ZS20 to present a shooting screen at power up and I was able to get off a first shot in about 2.5 seconds – single shot-to- shot times ran about 2 seconds. The camera can zip off 10 full resolution images in about a second with a burst mode that applies focus and exposure from the first shot to all subsequent shots in the series – there's also a 5 fps shooting rate that provides for continuous autofocus and can manage approximately 15 shots before the buffer slows the rate. The write time for the 10 shot burst approached 7 seconds. These figures were obtained with a class 10 (30 mb/sec) 16GB SDHC memory card. Switching to an SDHC UHS-1 16gb card (95 mb/sec) did not impact single or burst shooting or write times.
AF Acquisition (press-to-capture, no pre-focus)
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|Nikon Coolpix P500
|Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR
|Canon PowerShot SX150
Continuous Shooting
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|10.0 fps
|Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20
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|Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR
|4.1 fps
|Canon PowerShot SX150
|0.7 fps
*Note: Continuous shooting framerates are based on the camera's fastest full-resolution JPEG continuous shooting mode, using the fastest media type available (300x CF, SDHC, etc.). "Frames" notes the number of captures recorded per burst before the camera stops/slows to clear the buffer.
Shutter lag performance is good, coming in at the 0.01 second figure that characterizes the better performers in the compact digital camera field. Autofocus acquisition time is likewise speedy, coming in at 0.16 seconds in our studio measurements. The camera is similarly quick in the field and although AF acquisition time predictably slowed a bit in dim light the ZS20 proved to be a nicely responsive compact digital in these areas. There is an autofocus assist lamp for dim conditions.
The ZS20 features optical image stabilization, to be specific what Panasonic terms "power optical image stabilization," or "power O.I.S." for short. One major concern with any camera shooting longer telephoto focal lengths is that camera shake can impact image quality and the longer the lens, the more difficult it is to keep from introducing camera shake since the relatively narrow area of view of the longer lenses is much less forgiving of the slightest movement. With its zoom lens reaching out to the 480mm telephoto plateau, the ZS20 would seem a prime candidate for supplemental support in the form of tripod, monopod or some other device.
The traditional rule of thumb for shooting handheld in the era before stabilized cameras or lenses was that your shutter speed should be at least the reciprocal of the focal length you're shooting at – in the case of the ZS20 at 480mm you'd like to have shutter speed of 1/500th of a second.
If additional camera support is a viable option for your shooting by all means employ it. But I found the power O.I.S. system on the ZS20 did an admirable job of helping with camera shake towards the telephoto end of the zoom lens. If you're shooting handheld you need to lock in the firmest possible hold and make smooth full pushes on the shutter, but this combined with power O.I.S. can give you very good prospects of minimizing camera shake, at least under better lighting conditions that allow for higher shutter speeds.
Panasonic rates the flash on the ZS20 as having a range of 2 to 16 feet at wide-angle and 3.3 to 8.5 feet at telephoto with ISO set to auto. Flash recycle times ran about 5.25 seconds at telephoto with what appeared to be a full discharge shot (aperture priority, ISO 100) and about 3 seconds under brighter conditions using intelligent auto.
The ZS20 features a built-in GPS function that goes a bit beyond the simple latitude – longitude tagging of images:
"Map data can be installed onto the LUMIX ZS20 via a bundled DVD, giving the camera detailed worldwide maps of major regions on a scale of 1/25,000 or more precise. A user can copy the map data of a designated city to an SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card and get quick geographic information to know their location and if any landmarks are located nearby. More than one million landmarks and 82 countries/regions are covered in the bundled DVD map.
Geo-tagged images are automatically sorted and can be played back along a map so that users can literally trace their photographic journey. Many GPS cameras show only the latitude and longitude of where a photo is taken, but the LUMIX ZS20 shows the name of the Country/Region, State/Prov./County, County/Township, City/Town/Village and Landmark – all of which is saved in the EXIF data."
Panasonic goes on to mention that the GPS function may not work in China or in the border areas of countries surrounding China.
The ZS20 battery is rated for approximately 260 shots, so one or two backups for all-day shooting sessions would be a prudent investment. A search of the Panasonic USA accessories bin didn't turn up any remote battery chargers that appeared to accommodate the ZS20 battery, which must be charged in the camera. The camera must also be switched off to the charge the battery, so there's no opportunity to post process images or do other work with the camera if you need to charge the battery.
Lens Performance
The Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens on the ZS20 has a good pedigree, but is a bit on the slow side with maximum apertures of f/3.3 and f/6.4 at wide-angle and telephoto, respectively – f/8 is the minimum at both ends of the zoom. At wide-angle the lens shows fairly uniform sharpness across the frame, with edges and corners being just a bit softer. Telephoto is likewise better in the center and looks a bit softer than wide-angle on the edges and corners as well.
There's just a hint of barrel distortion at the wide-angle end and an equally slight bit of pincushion distortion at telephoto. Chromic aberration (purple fringing) is present at both ends of the lens, but less so at telephoto. Enlargements of 200% or more are generally required for the defect to become easily noticeable throughout the focal range.


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This Is Why Fred's and Fan's Credit Laxness Matters
Following up on the last half of this Friday post:
The chart shows, based on experience, the chances of serious delinquency (90 days or more late) for various credit score ranges.
The items I superimposed demonstrate the following:
- How much additional risk Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac took on, and gave others tacit permission to take on, by lowering the credit score needed to get a conventional mortgage to 630 from 670.
- On top of took on by that, the even worse risk they took on by lowering the credit score needed to get a conventional mortgage to 590 from 630.
UPDATE, Sept. 21: To be clear the graph above shows the historical chances of going seriously delinquent in general, including secured and unsecured loans. You would expect the delinquency rate on mortgages to be somewhat lower, but not low enough to affect the lesson behind the chart and what Fan and Fred did to put money in the hands of people who had a too-high percentage of not being able, or willing, to pay it back.
UPDATE, January 7, 2010: This paragraph in the Wall Street Journal referred to at this BizzyBlog post (last item at link) makes the above even worse:
There is more to this ugly situation. New research by Edward Pinto, a former chief credit officer for Fannie Mae and a housing expert, has found that from the time Fannie and Freddie began buying risky loans as early as 1993, they routinely misrepresented the mortgages they were acquiring, reporting them as prime when they had characteristics that made them clearly subprime or Alt-A.
So they relaxed the standards, and lied about the quality of the loans they were packaging after they relaxed the standards.
More on the unconscionably devolved situation at Fan and Fred is here at my early January 2010 Pajamas Media column (from January 8 or 9, 2010) and BizzyBlog mirror post (will go up on January 10 or 11, 2010).
ALSO: Read this from January 28, 2009.


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Our outdoor spaces offer lots to see and do with the whole family, and they change with the seasons, so there's always something new to see, whether you need your wellies or your suncream.
We've got some of the most magnificent parks and countryside in the UK. Mowbray Park is the jewel in the crown of the city centre, and winner of 'Best Park' at the 2014 Northumbria in Bloom awards.
Herrington Country Park is at the foot of the iconic Penshaw Monument and has walks and cycle trails, a play area, lake and a variety of sculptures.
For more opportunities to get up close with wildlife, nature and other animals, head to Washington Wetland Centre, Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve or Down at the Farm for great days out.
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Pope Francis to Cardinals: Reject Gossip, Favoritism
So much for papal-palace intrigue.
Pope Francis targeted some of the highest-ranking members of the Catholic church in his homily at St. Peter's Basilica on Sunday, saying cardinals need to reject "intrigue, gossip, power pacts, favoritism," according to the Associated Press.
He added that bishops and the 19 new cardinals, who were awarded the title on Saturday, should strive to be good servants of the people.
The statements align with the progressive tone that Pope Francis struck in his first year as head of the church. He has publicly called for the church and its followers to serve the poor, and change its focus from topics such as abortion and same-sex marriage.
Pope Francis has also been a crusader for change within the church, according to reports. From his clothing to living quarters, the pope has reportedly rejected some of the pomp and opulence associated with his position.
Earlier this year, he fired four of the top officials at the scandal-plagued Vatican bank, and removed two of the most conservative bishops in the U.S.
Pope Francis' exploits have been closely monitored by the press, which has found no shortage of compelling stories. He reportedly sneaks out at night to help the homeless.
The attention and praise that Pope Francis has received for his actions earned him the title of Time's Man of the Year.


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Voices of the Run: Halo Alobaidallah
I was born in Washington, D.C., but I was brought up in Saudi Arabia. I started running when I was about 16 years old. My best friend Reema was into fitness and encouraged me to try running because I was feeling a lot of stress.
Running allowed me to vent. I'd run a mile or two daily on private property in the compound where I lived in Riyadh. It wasn't safe to run in the streets because of the lack of infrastructure in the city. Running for women back home is very different compared to in the United States. Saudi Arabia is considered a conservative country. People follow customs and traditions. People used to be against women running, but within the last few years, more people are encouraging it. We're evolving quickly.
I moved from Saudi Arabia to Los Angeles in August 2016 to pursue a master's in engineering. There aren't a lot of opportunities for women in that field back home. My brother had also moved to L.A., and we both started running with a group, BlackLIST L.A., which I discovered on Snapchat. The group runs at 10 p.m. a couple of days a week. I usually work out at 4 a.m., so it was an adjustment to run so late. I really enjoyed the sense of community and positive vibes from being around people that were very motivated. That inspired me.
I joined a few other running clubs in L.A. after that experience. I'd never appreciated running in groups until I became part of them, and that's when I started taking running more seriously. It's the little efforts that count. Every time I meet somebody I invite them to join me for a run.
A couple of months after I moved to L.A., I decided to train for my first marathon, the L.A. Marathon. My brother and I trained together. I committed to training—I never missed a session. I ran the marathon in remembrance of a friend that passed away.
I was intimidated at the beginning of the marathon. The streets were packed with so many people. I tried not to think about the pain I felt throughout the marathon. I didn't care about my time. I just wanted to finish. Nothing was going to stop me. It was a really inspiring journey. I saw an older man, a guy without a leg, and a blind man on the course. We were all in it together. I finished in 4 hours and 28 minutes. I'm compelled to run another marathon in the future. I want to see to what limit I can go.
Running has taught me a lot about commitment, persistence, determination and the importance of focusing on the next step. I need running as a constant reminder that if I can commit to doing the work needed to achieve my goals, I will persist no matter what obstacles I face. That sense of productivity feeds my soul.
Running continues to teach me how to trust the process of training and to learn from it. I hope that I can motivate people to be active and take care of their health by practicing what I preach along the way and by giving positive reinforcement to people around me. I want others to take charge of their lives and take care of their bodies.


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What Is Mindfulness-based stress reduction?
Its popularity and effectiveness has recently led to the Mental Health Foundation in the UK launching a campaign to increase access to and awareness of, mindfulness-based course (www.bemindful.co.uk).
Anyone who wishes to learn to take better care of themselves and is prepared to engage in the maintenance of their health and general well-being will benefit from engaging in an MBSR course.
Research has shown, however, that MBSR courses are of particular help to people suffering from stress, anxiety, panic states, depression, hypertension, insomnia, chronic illness and pain. More specifically the evidence base has also revealed it to be particularly effective in the following conditions: fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, psoriasis, cancer and health-care-provider self-care.
MBSR courses can help us develop greater awareness of the way the mind works, and learn how to cultivate new and effective ways of handling challenging feelings and physical sensations.
Often when we feel anxious or depressed. It is because we have been "swept away" by our thoughts and are either thinking about the past or worrying about the future. We may also have got into the habit of attempting to "fix" our problems by avoiding difficult feelings and clinging to pleasant sensations, which often increases the feelings of stress and anxiety rather than alleviating them.
By practicing mindfulness meditation techniques, and learning to live in the present we can learn to override this "autopilot" which often leads our mind away from the here-and-now, and replace these habitual thought patterns with the ability to direct our thoughts appropriately and respond to any difficulties and challenges we may be experiencing with choice, awareness and insight.
Each course consists of an orientation session, eight-weekly two hour sessions and a days retreat. You will also receive a CD and course booklet to guide you in your practice at home, which is an integral part of the course.
By practicing in the sessions and at home, you will gradually learn, through various meditation techniques and discussions to integrate mindfulness practice into your every day life. By the end of the course you will have learnt to:
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It's that time of year again – storm season in Queensland! And we are not just talking about the NRL. Storm season generally kicks off during the later weeks of September, when the temperature starts to rise once again. Anyone who has seen a classic Queensland storm will know that they can be stunning, to say the least. But they have a more sinister side too. Queensland storms are powerful and they move quickly.
When they catch you off guard, you can find yourself stuck in high winds, torrential rain and even hail. So how do you avoid such a predicament? Well, your best bet is to make a plan to help in preparing for storm season in Queensland. And we have some tips for you!
1. Preparing for storm season in Queensland? Check your roof gutters
When the next storm hits your house this storm season, you want to be ready. One thing that you absolutely must prepare for is rain. Rain is pretty much a certainty when it comes to Queensland storms. So naturally, you will need to start preparing your guttering for storm season in Queensland. The best way to do this is clear away any leaves. Leaves can block your gutters and cause them to overflow. This will result in water pouring over your roof and ultimately landing in areas that simply aren't prepared for it.
2. Check your downpipes too!
So your guttering is up to scratch now, but what about your downpipes? Your guttering is nearly useless without clear and efficient downpipes as well! The downpipes around your home direct rainwater into areas that will drain it effectively. This will prevent flooding around your home, so you should get onto it promptly! Preparing for storm season in Queensland is all about foresight. So act now and enjoy the benefits next time a storm hits.
3. Got a blocked drain? Preparing for storm season in Queensland will involve fixing it
Almost all homeowners have that little project in the pipeline – that one job that always needs doing but never seems to get done. What is yours? If yours is a blocked drain somewhere around your property, now is the time to fix it! Storm season is looming large, and without flawless drainage you might encounter some serious problems. So get in touch with licenced plumbers and work with them when preparing for this storm season.
4. Got some garden waste lying around? That could problematic this storm season
Another great example of those little jobs that never get done is the garden! If you're anything like most Queenslanders, you've probably got a little pile of garden waste stacked away somewhere discreet. But, whether it's lawn clippings or hedge trimmings, it can wreak havoc with your drains. Strong winds this storm season could spread that garden waste across your property. If that happens, heavy rain will wash it into your drains, which could clog in a heartbeat! To give yourself the best chances of avoiding a flooded backyard, we suggest clearing away potential blockages.
5. Thinking ahead is the key to preparing for storm season in Queensland
So we've covered a few of the more immediate threats to your property during storm season. Now let's look to the future. Is your plumbing really equipped for the next deluge? Your plumbing might be passable at present, but after some heavy rain and a whole lot of debris, that might change. But don't worry – you can turn the odds in your favour now. Getting a plumber in to check over your drainage is a great way to prepare for storm season. If your plumber detects any pipe degradation, they can simply reline it!
6. Roots can tear your drainage apart, so be proactive this storm season!
One thing that most Queenslanders boast of is a glorious backyard. Our climate might bring some serious storms, but it also allows our plants to thrive – sometimes a little too much! If your backyard is home to some pretty serious foliage, your drains might be compromised. Believe it or not, roots can actually penetrate your drains quite easily! The encroachment of the roots can then collect debris as it flows through and block your pipes. Worse still, if your trees fall victim to the high winds of storm season, they can pull your pipes up with them! So get your pipes appraised by a licenced plumber as a part of your preparation this storm season.
7. Tie down loose items – storm season in Queensland is unpredictable!
Let's move off the topic of rain for a minute and focus on another damaging aspect of storm season in Queensland: wind. Wind probably causes a similar amount of damage to that caused by torrential rain – possibly more. But in Queensland, we have stringent building codes and strong buildings. So what really causes the damage? The answer to that is projectiles. Items that would otherwise be innocuous can quickly turn into projectiles when a gale descends. So tie them down in advance and keep your windows intact!
8. Don't park under a tree when preparing for storm season!
The one thing you simply can't prevent during storm season is tree falls. When strong winds meet poorly rooted trees, a fall is sadly inevitable. But it will be a little less sad if your car is parked safely undercover!
9. Preparing for storm season in Queensland means preparing for hail
Hail – one of Southeast Queensland's worst enemies. The destructive nature of hail is so large that evidence of its wrath can still be seen in the panels of cars today! So you need a plan. When hail next hits, it will hit fast – so know where to go. If you don't have undercover parking, consider where your nearest undercover car park is located. Suburban shopping centres are usually a safe bet.
10. Do you live near a tidal waterway? If so, prepare your drains for a tidal influx!
We cannot reiterate strongly enough how important good drainage is during storm season. Especially if you live near a tidal waterway! People often think of drains as a one-way conduit for rainwater. But if it can go down, it can probably come up as well! If you are facing torrential rain and a high tide this storm season, the pressure on your drains is twofold. So get them up to scratch with the help of a licenced plumber and start preparing for storm season in Queensland!
Need more help preparing for this coming storm season? Contact the experts at Yarrow Plumbing today on (07) 3277 5742.


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Your service charge statement
If you live in a house or flat with the use of a communal area or where there are annual servicing contracts in place you'll need to pay a service charge.
You can view service charges costs made against your account and make payments by logging in to My Account.
If you have any questions about your service charge, you can contact us.
What does my service charge cover?
Your service charge covers the costs of maintaining and managing shared facilities. Examples include:
- Annual servicing of shared facilities to ensure safety (for example lift servicing) and availability (such as shared TV aerials or satellite dishes).
- Availability of on-site staff such as caretakers, wardens and site superintendents to manage the facilities and assist residents.
- Grounds maintenance, such as grass cutting.
- Cleaning of communal areas inside and outside of buildings.
- Repairs to communal areas and shared facilities.
- Electricity for lighting in communal area and for facilities such as lifts.
Service charge statements
We will send an annual service charge statement to you. The statement sets out how much we spent on relevant services in the previous financial year (April to March).
If you need a statement at any other time, please contact us and we will send one to you (there will be an administration charge for this).
Surpluses and deficits
If we needed to spend more on relevant services, we will debit the cost of the shortfall against your service charge account. You will need to arrange payment to cover the shortfall. Single payments can be made via My Account or you can contact us to arrange an agreement to pay in monthly instalments.
If we have spent less on services than expected, you will receive money back from us. If you pay by Direct Debit, we will automatically adjust your future payments to reflect the refund amount. Alternatively, you can apply for a lump sum refund.
If you have been informed of a service charge surplus you can request a refund by completing a current customer refund form on the request a refund page.
Sinking fund charges
Sinking Funds are used for major repairs, equipment replacement and cyclical decoration to communal areas. We assess the work required and charge this over a period of years equal to the time we think it will last. This is then collected each year through your service charge. Please see the Major repairs and improvements for leaseholders page for more information.
The money that you pay into the fund is kept in a separate interest-earning account and is used to assist towards the cost of these items. Details of the amount you have in your fund can be found on your annual sinking fund statement. Should funds in your sinking fund be insufficient to cover expenditure incurred during the year, you will be required to make a payment equal to the shortfall.
We must make sure that service charge costs and estimates for services are reasonable. If you believe that your charges are unreasonable, you should contact us telling us why you think you are being over charged. We will investigate and respond. If you are not satisfied with our response, you can lodge a formal complaint with us.
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may be able to appeal to the Government's First Tier Tribunal. Applications to the Tribunal can be made by individuals or by groups of residents. The costs of applying to the Tribunal will need to be paid by the individual or group making the application.
The Leasehold Advisory Service may be able to provide advice about the tribunal process, depending on the type of lease or tenancy you have. This is an independent agency funded by the Government that offers initial advice and provides guidance on applying for a tribunal.
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Generic Patanase
Patanase (olopatadine nasal spray) is no longer protected by a patent, but there are no generic versions being made. Why? It could be that a later-expiring patent or exclusivity rights are protecting the brand-name drug from generic competition. Keep in mind that olopatadine is the "generic name" of Patanase; however, this is not the same thing as "generic Patanase."
Patanase® (olopatadine nasal spray) is a prescription nasal spray used to treat nasal allergies (known medically as allergic rhinitis). It belongs to a group of medications known as antihistamines.
Patanase is manufactured by Alcon Laboratories, Inc. There are currently no generic versions of Patanase available.
The first patent for Patanase expired in June 2011. However, Alcon may be protected from generic competition for Patanase until December 2012 (or perhaps later), due to other exclusivity rights. At this point, this is the earliest predictable date that a generic version of Patanase could become available.
However, there are other circumstances that could come up to extend or shorten the exclusivity period of Patanase. This could include such things as lawsuits or other patents for new Patanase uses. Once Patanase goes off patent, there may be several companies that will begin manufacturing a generic Patanase drug.
The answer is no. Olopatadine is the active ingredient in Patanase (as well as a few other medications) but is not a generic version of the medication. What can be confusing is that, oftentimes, the active ingredient of any drug is referred to as the "generic name." The generic name is different from a generic version of a medicine. In order for there to be a generic version of a medicine, the original medicine must have gone off patent, and another company besides the original manufacturer must make the product.
Patanase Medication Information
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Patanase [package insert]. Fort Worth, TX: Alcon Laboratories, Inc.;2009 December.
Food and Drug Administration, Center for Drug Evaluation and Research. Electronic orange book: approved drug products with therapeutic equivalence evaluations. FDA Web site. Available at: http://www.fda.gov/cder/ob/. Accessed September 30, 2011.
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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Keynote Mark Heine: Autonomous Hydrographic Survey
During Hydro12, Mark Heine (Fugro) showed some insights in the development of the techniques that reach out the way hydrography may develop, one of them being autonomous hydrographic survey. For example by using gliders, as the Wave Glider. This instrument moves autonomously in the ocean or can stay in one location, capable to measure a variety of data. It can stay out there for a longer time as it uses solar panels to top up the energy it needs.
Manufacturer Liquid Robotics featured in an article in Hydro International in January/February 2012.


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San Tan Valley, AZ………The 50th annual Torco Race Fuels "Western World Championships" from Arizona Speedway begin Thursday night with an open practice from 5:30-8:30pm.
Grandstand admission for all spectators is free for the session that will feature many of the cars and drivers competing in this Friday and Saturday's racing programs at the track. The practice session is open to all USAC AMSOIL National, CRA and Southwest Sprint Cars. Pit passes are $30.
This weekend's event card features the 410 Sprints from USAC's National and CRA series as well as the 360's from the Southwest. Complete programs for both events will take place with A-Mains concluding each night of racing.
This weekend marks the second "Western World" held at the one-third-mile Arizona Speedway. For the first four decades, the event was traditionally held at Manzanita Speedway. After the gates shut at Manzy for the final time, the event has had a home throughout Arizona at USA Raceway in Tucson and Canyon Raceway in Peoria before arriving in San Tan Valley in 2016.
Chris Windom won three of the four features held at the "Western World" a year ago, including a Friday night sweep of both the National/CRA feature and the Southwest main event. On Saturday night, Windom captured his second straight National/CRA feature at Arizona and finished third in the Southwest race, which was taken by Brady Bacon.
On Friday, pits open at 3pm, with the drivers meeting taking place at 4:30pm and cars on track at 5:25pm. On Saturday, pits open at 3pm, with an autograph session set for 4pm, a drivers meeting taking place at 5pm and cars on track at 5:25pm.
Friday and Saturday night's racing at the "Western World" will be streamed LIVE on http://www.SpeedShiftTV.com/.


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Yesterday we gave you a look at the Nike Air Max+ 2013 "Poison Green", but if that wasn't enough, we thought you might want to see it in Emerald Green. Much like the original, the model features Flywire across the upper in black to match the liner and black Nike Swoosh branding. Full Air Max gives you a cushioned ride and emerald laces seal the deal. So which do you prefer , Poison or Emerald on the Nike Air Max 2013?
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