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Group hosts health care plan informational meeting
Upcoming changes coming from the Affordable Care Act that will become effective Jan. 1 has many asking questions.
For more information on the changes to health care under the upcoming Affordable Care Act, go online to the Washington Health Benefit Exchange at www.wabexchange.org and the Washington Healthplanfinder atwww.wahealthplanfinder.org.
When open enrollment begins on Oct. 1, the following website will be live: www.wahealthplanfinderonline.com.
Opponents and proponents of the upcoming healthcare changes ? commonly referred to as Obamacare ? must adjust their healthcare options to meet the new requirements coming in 2014. Groups such as the Peninsula Chapter of Organizing for Action are helping with the preparation by sponsoring free public events where healthcare experts address the coming changes followed by a question-and-answer session with the attendees.
One such event took place June 23 at the Gig Harbor library with Michelle Vest ? principal with CareSync Consulting, LLC and owner of West Coast Consulting Group, LLC ? presenting some of the changes to about two-dozen interested individuals in attendance on the Sunday afternoon.
"The train has left the station," she said. "Obamacare is here." Although the main provisions of the law won't take effect until Jan. 1 of next year, many other details changed when the law was signed in 2010, and several state and federal agencies began adjusting to meet the new requirements at that time, Vest said.
The meeting at the library was designed to introduce the broader elements of the new plan and how the Affordable Care Act would affect individuals under the new provisions.
In a nutshell, Vest said, the new law turns the current healthcare system essentially upside-down. Where payers and hospitals are at the top of the priority ladder and patients are at the bottom, the new system puts patients and primary care providers as top priorities with hospitals and payers at the bottom. "This is driven by quality and outcome," Vest said.
The three-pronged aim is: reduce and contain per capita costs; improve individualized heath; and improve the health of the overall population.
Vest said this likely will be achieved through a system that places physicians in positions of leadership and decision making, not health care administrators. In turn, the physicians will be incentivized by tying their payment to the quality of care patients receive, not in the quantity of patients seen or number of procedures performed.
"An emphasis will be placed on health, not illness. A greater emphasis will be placed on prevention," Vest said. She noted that those receiving care will have to provide increased participation in their care and treatment decisions ? in other words, become more involved.
One of the other changes she predicts is an increased awareness of a patient's overall health status by health providers, noting that another facet of the law is integration of patient records and treatment plans. The idea is a specialist apart from a patient's regular physician can easily access a patient's medical history to be able to make a more informed decision regarding treatment.
This will save health care costs as a patient who has tests or lab work done one time won't have to repeat that work when they see a second physician or specialist, Vest said.
The expected impact, Vest said, is better patient outcomes, integrated treatment plans, coaching to help patients adhere to a treatment plan, greater participation from patients and improvements in medicinal management. The last, she identified as use of generics first before stepping up to more expensive brand name drugs.
Vest indicated one of the biggest issues still facing the new law is ignorance of what it will and will not change. There is still a large portion of the population that thinks the new law will ultimately cut Medicare benefits. Not true, Vest said.
Also untrue is the establishment of "death panels," experts who would decide who is and is not a viable candidate for health care procedures.
The Affordable Care Act also will not offer a public option or provide subsidies to undocumented immigrants.
Subsidies will be available, however, to qualifying individuals who earn less than $45,800 or a family of four that earns less than $94,200, Vest noted.
Other positive changes include prohibiting insurance companies from dropping an individual who becomes ill; prohibiting denial of a child's coverage because of a pre-existing condition; elimination of lifetime coverage limits; ensuring portability of coverage; and prohibiting insurers from charging women higher premiums.
With the Affordable Care Act set to begin Jan. 1, many people will have some health choices to make. So the state created the Washington Health Benefit Exchange to help people compare and choose from among the health plan options available to them. Also currently available online is the Washington Healthplanfinder. When open enrollment begins, individuals will access this site to see plan comparisons, costs and whether they qualify for assistance. Medicaid enrollment also will be through this site.
Dates to keep in mind include Sept. 1, when the Healthplanfinder Call Center will open to answer questions; online open enrollment beginning Oct. 1; coverage begins Jan. 1; and open enrollment closes March 31, 2014.
Under the new law, individuals and families must purchase health insurance or pay a fine of $95 or 1 percent of household income for the first year, rising to $695 or 2.5 percent of household income by 2016. For families, the penalty will be $2,085 or up to 2.5 percent of household income, according to a fact sheet Vest handed out.
The Peninsula Chapter of Organizing for Action is planning another informational meeting in Bremerton on Sunday, Aug. 18, but time and location weren't set by press time. Email firstname.lastname@example.com for information.


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Struggling to keep up with all the latest technology? Not sure where to start?
Our 'Get to know an iPad' workshops are the perfect first step.
If you have your own iPad and want to start at the beginning bring it along. If you don't, borrow one of ours for free to get a taste and learn some skills that will open up a whole new world of information and entertainment.
Participants book in to a 3 week block. Each session runs from 10am - 12pm @ Toormina Library.
Monday, March 2 - Session 1 focuses on navigating the iPad. Learn to turn it on and off, understand sleep, silent and night modes and set up your home screen. Learn how to use the touch screen and what the different swiping gestures do.
Monday, March 9 - In Session 2 we will get online via a wi-fi internet connection. Learn about Safari, Apple's internet browser and discover some helpful tips for finding the information you need online and evaluating the reliability of the information you find.
Monday, March 16 - In Session 3, the final session, we will discover apps, programs designed specifically to run on an iPad device. We will connect to the app store, discover and download an app that will allow us to access online magazines and talking books from the library's collection straight on the iPad.
For those wishing to go further, the library is offering monthly group learning sesisons on a range of iPad topics. For more information or to register for these events view the library event calendar at http://libraries.coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au, drop in or phone us on 6648 4900.

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Crae and Deline Nourse have been in the ministry for over a decade. God planted the seed of Hope House in their hearts, calling them to establish a church that would bring hope and transformation in a really authentic, challenging and dynamic way.
Deline Nourse
Deline has a heart for discipleship and helping people discover the fullness of life Christ offers. She is gifted in writing, teaching, preaching and making the behind the scenes reality of church life function effectively and has extensive experience in many aspects of ministry including working with children, youth, communication, strategy & vision and group life. She holds an honours degree in psychology, a Bachelor of Divinity and a Bachelor of Theology. Deline works at a private higher education institution in administration when she is not attending to church matters.
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Crae has a heart for people, preaching the Word, building relationships and establishing a faith community that really makes the Kingdom of God a practical reality. He has worked as a youth pastor, young adults' pastor and a campus pastor and is gifted in leadership, vision and making meaningful personal connections with people. He has a Diploma in Adventure Tourism Management and a Bachelor of Theology Degree.


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Tahj Mowry dishes on the latest in virtual reality innovation
Technology moves fast — so fast that it's easy to get left behind. To keep you in the know, Mashable Studios teamed up with PepsiCo to present "Innovation Download," a new series serving up the hottest news and trends you have to see to believe.
For the pilot episode, we enlisted Tahj Mowry to give viewers the scoop on the latest in virtual reality. The former kid genius breaks down how this eye-popping entertainment innovation has rapidly changed the way we create and digest video content, creating an immersive, 360-degree perspective unlike anything before.
But VR isn't just some neat parlor trick. See for yourself the way high-tech leaders like Oculus have shifted the content landscape, redefining storytelling everywhere from Hollywood studios to Fortune 50 companies like PepsiCo.
And this month's episode is so nice…we shot it twice! Already checked out our 2D version above? Kick it up a notch and experience a taste of VR in our 360 experience below.
But wait…there's more!
Want to stay in the loop on the latest headlines? Keep your eyes peeled for more episodes of "Innovation Download" in the months ahead.
And in the meantime, check out PepsiCo Live to see how the cutting-edge company continues to push the limits of technology.
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Life has many different milestones. Some are very personal, while others are seen as a rite of passage that almost everyone goes through. No matter which type of milestone you've recently accomplished, it's very important to celebrate them. This gives us a sense of achievement and helps propel us on to reaching that next milestone. It also gives you a chance to rest on your laurels for just a moment, to say "hey, I accomplished something!"
Some milestones we achieve without really knowing it or remembering them. These include things like our first steps and first word. Thankfully, our parents almost always record these early milestones so we can look back on them later. Celebrating your anniversary, especially the first, tenth, twenty-fifth, and fiftieth, is a great milestone in your life. Give your spouse a gift, go out to dinner, or spend the day doing something special for just the two of you.
There are many other personal milestones you might want to celebrate—getting married, having children, getting a new job, getting a promotion, fulfilling one of your life-long goals. Be sure to celebrate these milestones in style. Don't let even the smallest one go by without at least acknowledging it in some way. Reaching a milestone is an important part of going through life, and there's no reason not to celebrate each and every one.
Celebrate your anniversary milestone by giving your spouse a gorgeous anniversary flower arrangement in Washington DC.


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Three Reasons Why Accepting Bitcoin Payments Is A Very Smart Move For The Small Business Owner
Small business owners are always looking for ways to improve their business practices. While there is a lot of advice out there, not much of it explains how accepting new and innovative forms of currency can help you achieve your goals. If you haven't considered all the ways that accepting a new currency like Bitcoin can help your business, read on to find out why it's something you should be pondering:Get Rid Of The Middle ManWhen it comes to payment processing, many business owners simply don't realize how dealing with middlemen really affects them. Because banks and credit card companies have to pay their employees to manage transactions and accounts, they often pass their expenses on to you in the form of processing fees. Bitcoin is much more of a peer-to-peer payment system, which removes the need for big financial institutions. Fortunately, this can result in a big boost to your business' bottom line.
Protect Your CustomersAs a business owner, it's likely that your customers and clients are your top priority. When they make a purchase at your establishment, they trust that you will be able to protect their personal and financial information and keep it from falling into the wrong hands. Although it has become much more difficult to do that as hackers get better at what they do, Bitcoin has done a lot to change this. Bitcoin transactions don't require customers to share information that may identify them (such as addresses and credit card numbers), which means that there's nothing there for thieves to consider stealing.
Do Business On Your Own TermsAre you tired of having to adhere to the different sets of rules laid out by each bank and credit card company? If so, then this is yet another reason why you should consider taking Bitcoin payments. Because you won't have to deal directly with these institutions, you'll be able to do business when and where you need to. In addition, your Bitcoins will immediately show up in your account, even if you're transferring money from a different country.
Simply put, Bitcoin makes sense for small business. If being able to have more control over your financial future is important to you as a business owner, then it's time you started thinking outside the box. With the help of Bitcoin, you'll be able to start moving your business in the right direction one transaction at a time.


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Free Stuff For Christmas: Decorations, Patterns, Music, Stocking Stuffer And More
I have been searching online for free Christmas decorations, stocking stuffers, music and more, so that those less fortunate, or those looking to save a few dollars can have a wonderful holiday. Since I would like everyone to have a merry Christmas and I can't afford to help everyone, I thought these free gifts could help.
Where I come from Christmas trees and decorations are pretty expensive. I don't like artificial trees and since I can't afford one this year I wont have a Christmas tree to decorate. I love the smell of the pine, it give the house a wonderful aroma.
Below are some websites that offer free Christmas Stuff to help make your Christmas an enjoyable one.
Free Christmas Music
Many people can't afford to buy new CDs this year or to purchase downloadable music. Downloading music without permission of the artiste is illegal and a very serious offense. This website offers free live streaming of Christmas music that you can listen to 24/7 from your computer. You can attach some computer speakers and there you will have a very nice music system set up.
Get a Free Christmas Tree
I have been searching and searching but I came across this. It's more like a bargain rather than just getting the tree for free. If you Spend £30, and this is for UK residents, you get a free tree. The tree is worth £10. The truth is I am not sure when this was posted but give the site a visit and see for yourself. Just click the link below and you will be taken to the website.
I have not been able to find any free Christmas tree giveaways for the US or Caribbean.
Free Christmas Gifts & Stocking Stuffers
This site I found is giving away free stuff that you can use to give people who are really in need. I am not sure exactly how it works but they seem legit. You might want to save some cash or you know someone who really need these items so send the link to someone or visit the site. There are cell phone giveaways, bibles, and links to other free stuff.
Free Christmas Decoration & Ornament Patterns
This you have to make yourself but it does save some money. There are instructions on how to create your own ornaments and decorations with just a few items.
Free Christmas Quilt Patterns
Here you have free quilt patterns for those who like quilting. These are very popular online and easy to find.
Free Christmas Dinner
If you live in the Aylesbury area near Buckinghamshire, UK, follow the link below for a free Christmas lunch.
If you happen to live in Michigan and you know someone who is less fortunate and cannot afford a home cooked meal then send them along to the William Ford Senior Activity Center.
Free toys and other stuff!
- Free Paper Toys From The Toymaker!
Welcome to my odd, little world of paper toys, holiday cards, valentines, sun boxes, toy baskets and bags, origami and ephemera... all simple toys for you to make. My goal is to help grownups and kids spend time together making things. It is my wish
- Free Online Toys from theKidzpage.com -- Flash toys for Kids!
- Free Toys, Free Kids Toys, 100% Free Toys, Free Zhu Zhu Pets at ¤ Only Free
Find tons of free toys, free kids toys, free zhu zhu pets, free bear, free elmo. Parents, surprise your little ones with all their favorite toys!.
Free Toys
So the website I had for last year is now down but guess what? I found a few more website offering free toys.
If you are searching for toys for a needy family, just sign them up here. You can have someone sign up your family if you can't do it yourself.
Here is a site that offers Bargains!
- Bargain Babe
Daily tips for savvy-spenders who want to save money on everyday expenses like groceries, meals out, vacations, entertainment, kid's stuff, and more.
I will try to keep the hub updated throughout the season in case I find other freebies. I was really hoping for more but so far these are what I found. Please pass on the info to those less fortunate that they too can have a wonderful and blessed Christmas.
actually this is not a comment.small request for hub members.i would like to get a beautiful xmas tree for my son as a gift .if someone can gine me a xmas tree it will be a big help to me.then you can get the real meaning of the xmas
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Fantastic timely hub.Really enjoyed it.Thanks for the great resources too!
Times are tough for everyone at the moment and it's nice that they can get some things to cheer up their Christmas. Sadly there are people who take advantage of these offers when they don't need to, ultimately taking away from the people who could do with them. gOOD HUB.
You are not allowed a real tree in my condo building. It is a fire hazaard.
I have the same tree every year-it's an artificial tree.
Such a thoughtful hub!
I will share with my friends.
Thank you for your great work to make someones holiday brighter.
Voted up and useful!
Great job and for people here in Europe, free ideas for a wonderful Christmas are very welcome too! I like the work you did in finding things out on the web, and hope I´ll see some more in the updates.
Votes up and shared with our fellow Hubbers!
This hub is just full of great suggestions to make the holidays just a little bit easier. I will share this with my friends. Rated up.
This is great, I will check out the Christmas music. I have plenty but who ever takes the time but this I can just have on while I am fooling around with all I am busy with; with just a couple clicks, thanks! I just put Christmas dodads around, and maybe I will have a small table tree, big ones are just too much hassle anymore but I love the lights.
Great hub as usual.
So awesome Cardisa - I'm sharing this too! Up and everything!!
It is 9 feet high. It's the one where you can only see part of it in my pictures with Amy.
These will be quite helpful for people. I recently had to replace my fake tree as mine was falling apart. as luck would have it, The Chilliwack Academy of Music had just gotten a legacy from a will that enabled them to end their Festival of Trees campaigns and sold off their fake trees. I got a $500.00 quality tree for $50.00. I was thrilled.
So helpful and so thoughtful. Voted UP and USEFUL.
What great info! I have tweeted the link to all my followers!
I don't think so. I'm pretty sure you have to go in the store. There's a great blog I read that tells you about tons of freebies called Bargain Babe. You might like it.
This is a wonderful idea. I believe the CVS and Walgreens stuff varies by locations.I have family who work for Walgreens and the only thing i know of that is free is a 8 X 10 photo collage. I believe that is free through most of the southeast at least. You would have to look at the local circulars to see the specials of the area.
This is so nice and definitely in the spirit of the season. There are a lot of free things at CVS & Walgreens too from 11/24-26.
Carolee, I will share this hub gladly in hopes to make someones Christmas brighter.


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Incognito named NFL Salute to Service nomineePosted by on November 3, 2016 – 6:03 pm
Buffalo Bills Pro Bowl guard Richie Incognito has been nominated for the National Football League's 2016 Salute to Service Award. The son of a United States Army vet, Incognito grew up with a keen understanding of what it means to be a service member. Throughout his tenure in the league, Incognito has applied the lessons he learned from his father, such as discipline and courage, to his play on the field. A proud supporter of the military, Incognito continues to take part in several initiatives.
"He's got a great deal of admiration and respect for our military, and the people that are currently serving and people who have been in the military," said Bills head coach Rex Ryan.
For these reasons and many more, the Bills are proud to call Richie Incognito the team's 2016 Salute to Service Award nominee.
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Champion Chatteris boxer Jordan Gill goes back to school to give inspiring talk to Cromwell Community College students
PUBLISHED: 17:00 17 December 2018 | UPDATED: 17:00 17 December 2018
A champion boxer went back to his old school in Chatteris to inspire current students to career confidence and academic success.
Jordan Gill, who won the Commonwealth Featherweight title in October, returned to Cromwell Community College in Wenny Road to talk to current students about how to be successful in their chosen careers.
He was taking part in a programme run by the national education charity Future First whose aim is to 'help state schools and colleges harness the talents and experience of former students to support the current generation'.
Jordan toured the school, which he left in 2012, and told the students about the dangers of drugs, social media and lethargy.
Jamie Russell, assistant principal, said: "We are very proud of Jordan, not just because of his achievements but because he represents what we as a college have always strived for.
"Young people who are considerate, give back and do their best."
Cromwell Community College is one of 1,000 state secondary schools and colleges across Britain which have worked with Future First.
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Watch 2017 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloons Get Inflated
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Open Bar Thanksgiving Eve 2017 Party
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Free Tickets to NYC Dueling Pianos (Wednesdays Through December 27)
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2017 Complexions Contemporary Ballet (Through Sunday, November 26)
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South Street Seaport Museum, Manhattan
Jim Henson Exhibition at MoMI
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Trump-Inspired 'King Lear' (Through Saturday, December 2)
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The Best Contemporary Artists You've Never Heard Of (Through Wednesday, December 13)
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The Contenders 2017: MoMA Screens Top Picks for the Years (Through January 12)
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'White Man On a Pedestal' Exhibit (Through Sunday, December 17)
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Greenwich Village Haunted Walking Tour (Through Saturday, December 30)
2017 Grand Central Holiday Market (Through Sunday, December 24)
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Michelangelo at the Met (Through Monday, February 12)
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Free 2017 NYC Holiday Train Show (Through Sunday, February 4)
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I'm not happy that I did it but
Oops I did it again.
I played with your heart, got lost in the game.
Oh baby, baby……..
(FYI I'm listening to Britney Spears while I type this. How could I not?}
I got busy with work and you know………life stuff.
I turned my back on you and left you high and dry.
I really did get lost in the game.
I didn't tell you about all the sweet newborns I've been loving on lately
or the cute cake smash sessions that make my jaw hurt from smiling so much OH, OH, OH or the neat location that I shot at.
I bet you'll never guess where it was!
I know you've missed out on a lot. I feel awful about that but I promise I'll make it up to you!
I've got some pretty exciting things planned for you. Yes,YOU!
Do you want me to tell you?
For starters you're about to get a facelift.
Oh don't be scared. I hear it's painless. Well it's gets a little messy in the beginning but you'll be sparkly and new in no time! I think you're going to like it!
I'm also going to catch you up on all that you've missed.
Yes you'll get to see those itty-bitty newborns, babies covered in cake, families full of love, beautiful seniors and shoots held at top secret locations.
I want to share a bit about what I've been up to in my personal life. I know it's shocking but I do actually have a life outside of work and I take my camera with me sometimes so I have fun photos to share with you!
I even have a few photo related craft project I plan to share as well!
So even though " I played with your heart, got lost in the game." as Britney says.
I've still been thinking about you and planning fun stuff for you this whole time.
I missed you!
Did you miss me?
Just so you don't feel left out you're not the only thing that's been neglected. You should see my desk.
Actually it looks more like a table made out of paper. I'm pretty sure there's still a desk under there somewhere.
And these photos which by the way have nothing to do with this post were taken during our trip to Hot Springs, Arkansas back in November……..8 months ago!
Yep and I'm just now giving them a little love. See do you feel better now?
I hope you'll accept my humble apology and I hope that you're excited because things are about to get real interesting around here!
Your faithful but busy friend
Kendra 🙂


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ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) was recently in news for the new gTLDs project that provided web world with new possibilities. Back in February this year, ICANN renewed their website with the motto of making it more useful for the visitors and streamlining site navigation.
As per ICANN, the new information architecture was designed to organize the resources that ICANN.ORG offers in a more logical arrangement. More than 38,000 pages and files were carefully examined and migrated into new locations following extensive consultation with the ICANN community, including:
- Nearly 300 responses to the site survey conducted by The Revere Group.
- More than two dozen in-depth interviews with SO and AC members.
- A series of live briefings (with Q&A) across two ICANN public meetings.
- At least three briefings on process and progress to Board Directors (via the Public Participation Committee).
- Two public webinars requesting input and concerns.
ICANN is now conducting an online survey to know how successful they got in meeting the objectives of presenting information on their website. The survey is conducted through SurveyMonkey and have twelve questions related to the website.


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After a stressful start to the summer with Thomas' accident and his hospital stay, Stuart and I felt that we needed a child free night away to get away from it all once everything had calmed down a bit. Thomas and Daniel went off for a sleepover at their grandparents and Stuart and I escaped for a night of good food, rest and relaxation at The Highfield Town House, in Edgbaston, Birmingham. Although only 9 miles away from our house, the area surrounding the boutique hotel is not an area that I am familiar with so I looked forward to exploring it on our night away.
The hotel has 12 rooms which have all been individually designed. We stayed in room 6 which is a premium room. It had a super king size bed, a roll top bath in the bedroom, a rain shower in the bathroom and a 40 inch TV. Bottles of water and tea and coffee were complimentary in your room. If you wished to have an alcoholic drink in your room, there is a communal living room downstairs with a large fridge. All you needed to do was take whatever drinks you like out of the fridge, write it down on the pad provided and pop it in the honesty box. You then pop next door to The Highfield and settle your bill when you check out.
After a couple of hours of chilling in our hotel room and a long soak in the massive bath for me, we got ready for our evening out and popped to The Highfield next door for our complimentary welcome drink. As it was a warm evening, we sat outside on the terrace with our drinks. I had a Mojito and Stuart had one of the many real ales that the gastropub has on offer. We loved being sat in The Highfield and we did think that we should of booked to have our evening meal there as it had a great atmosphere and everyone was very friendly. However, we already had a booking at El Borracho de Oro just around the corner so we headed there after our welcome drink, vowing to return to pub after our meal.
Our meal at El Borracho de Oro was amazing! The highlights of the meal for us was the roasted octopus and the churros with chocolate sauce. I could of eaten the chocolate sauce by the bucket load! After one sangria too many, we made our way back to the town house and went to sleep in our very comfortable bed.
The next morning, we woke up feeling refreshed and after a leisurely coffee and shower in our room, we went next door to The Highfield for breakfast. We were warmly welcomed by the staff and I could not believe how busy it was. I thought this was a good sign of things to come. Behind us, there were some musical instruments which I assumed had been left over from the night before, however just after we ordered our breakfast musicians came over and started playing jazz music. It was a lovely chilled out way to start the day. For our breakfast, we both ordered the Full English Breakfast with Jimmy Butler's Sausage & Bacon,
Mushroom, Black Pudding, Eggs, Tomatoes, Beans & Sourdough. It was very large and delicious. The quality and freshness of it was superb and it really set us up for the day.
Unfortunately, it was soon time to pack up our things and leave the town house. We loved our stay and we would like to return for a return visit at some point so we can try the evening meals at The Highfield. If you are looking for a slightly different than the normal hotel for a stay in Birmingham, then this is the place to go. I guarantee you will not be disappointed!
For more reviews of The Highfield Town House, please see:
Weekend Getaway at The High Field Town House, Birmingham by Taming Twins
First Look At The High Field Town House by Emma Victoria Stokes
Hotel Review: The High Field Town House by Bella & Robot
A Sunny Escape To The Suburbs: A Night At The High Field Town House by Brumderland
A City Stopover at The High Field Town House, Edgbaston by Eat With Ellen
The High Field Town House by Positive Fridays
We stayed at The Highfield Town House as their guests in exchange for this review. We paid for our dinner in full at El Borracho de Oro and they did not know that I was a blogger. All opinions are my own. I was not required to write a positive review


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Today the Giulietta SV was driven on the road again for the first time since 2016.
Steffen Madsen took it out on a low-revs test drive.
It needs re-jetting, but the final tune will take place after a thorough running-in period.
Since the first firing of the engine, the exhaust has been finished.
It is a proper SS installation and the sound will suit the rest of the car.
The NOS Giulietta SV header had to be cut open for a proper clean-up.
Now I am just waiting for the signal - almost ready!


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Superhero Bits: Ghost Rider Origin Twist, Kevin Conroy's Favorite Batman Actor & More
Posted on Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016 by Ethan Anderton
What major change did Agents of SHIELD introduce to Ghost Rider's origin story last night? Are you ready for a new Wonder Woman trailer tomorrow? Which channels will air Batman v Superman, Suicide Squad and other DC Comics movies? Which actor does Kevin Conroy credit as the best Bruce Wayne? Who will play Talia Al Ghul in this season of Arrow? All that and more in this edition of Superhero Bits.
Here's a quick promo for the seventh episode of Agents of SHIELD, which won't be back on ABC until November 29.
Last night's fifth episode of The Flash, titled "The Monster," had a bunch of easter eggs. Did you notice them?
It's almost here! Can't wait for you to see our NEW #WonderWoman trailer when it debuts tomorrow! @WonderWomanFilm pic.twitter.com/xPX3WpuafM
— Gal Gadot (@GalGadot) November 2, 2016
Gal Gadot teases the new Wonder Woman trailer arriving tomorrow, but with footage from the old one.
Heroic Hollywood listened to the Suicide Squad soundtrack and tried to figure out which songs represent each character.
Watch a promo for "Shade," the sixth episode of the third season of The Flash, coming to The CW in two weeks.
Benedict Cumberbatch discusses how they filmed some of the more wild action sequences in Doctor Strange.
The latest cover for The Avengers by Alex Ross pays tribute to a classic cover by iconic artist Jack Kirby.
DC Movies like Batman v Superman and Suicide Squad will air on TBS and TNT when they come to television.
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A collection of scholarly works about individual liberty and free markets. A project of Liberty Fund, Inc.
Source: The American Republic: Primary Sources, ed. Bruce Frohnen (Indianapolis: Liberty Fund, 2002).
Humbly show unto our Sovereign Lord the King, the Lords Spiritual and Temporal, and Commons in Parliament assembled, that whereas it is declared and enacted by a statute made in the time of the reign of King Edward I., commonly called Statutum de Tallagio non concedendo, that no tallage or aid shall be laid or levied by the king or his heirs in this realm, without the good will and assent of the archbishops, bishops, earls, barons, knights, burgesses, and other the freemen of the commonalty of this realm; and by authority of Parliament holden in the five-and-twentieth year of the reign of King Edward III., it is declared and enacted, that from thenceforth no person shall be compelled to make any loans to the king against his will, because such loans were against reason and the franchise of the land; and by other laws of this realm it is provided, that none should be charged by any charge or imposition, called a benevolence, nor by such like charge; by which the statutes before mentioned, and other the good laws and statutes of this realm, your subjects have inherited this freedom, that they should not be compelled to contribute to any tax, tallage, aid, or other like charge not set by common consent, in Parliament:
[Which Petition being read the 2nd of June, 1628, the King's answer was thus delivered unto it.
The King willeth that right be done according to the laws and customs of the realm; and that the statutes be put in due execution, that his subjects may have no cause to complain of any wrong or oppressions, contrary to their just rights and liberties, to the preservation whereof he holds himself as well obliged as of his prerogative.
This form was unusual and was therefore thought to be an evasion; therefore on June 7 the King gave a second answer in the formula usual for approving bills: Soit droit fait comme il est désire.]
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QUIZ: Which Power Ranger Are You?
19 January 2017, 16:29 | Updated: 8 May 2017, 17:09
As the new movie trailer drops, we got to know which one you are. Go Go!
Strap in kids - it's time for some more 90s nostalgia!
With Power Rangers coming back to the cinemas this March, there has been no better time to revisit the genius of the Mighty Morphin group of teenagers. But, before anything else, we gotta know which colour suit to purchase. Are you more of a Kimberly pink? Or a Tommy blue? Or maybe you'll start out evil and green before switching to white and leading the whole damn crew? Let's find out shall we...
Go Go! Now!


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How single, God, are You – how whole!
One Source You are, one Way, one Goal.
I tend to splinter all apart
With fractured mind, divided heart;
Oh, integrate my wandering maze
To one highway of love and praise.
O single mast'ring Life of peace
At Whose command the ragings cease,
Keep calling to me, "Peace be still,"
To redirect my scattered will
Keep gath'ring back my heart to You.
Keep cent'ring all I am and do.
O focused Spot of holy ground,
Silence which is the Source of sound,
I drop the clutter from my soul,
Reorganized by Your control;
Then single, whole before Your throne,
I give myself to You alone.
Father, please, use Anne's words to encourage and refocus my sister who feel scattered and over committed today. Thank You for how You used this poem to grow me and remind me You are the One Thing I have need of. Amen


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Skiing in Junfrau region gives you the opportunity to ski every day different slopes. Depending your taste and ability we will prepare and serve perfect cocktail for you of great skiing, coaching/guiding and taste of Swiss ski culture. All together makes it unforgettable skiing holidays. Perfect for groups 2-6 people, families, ...
If you get bored skiing or snowboarding the same runs then you need to get yourself on the Snowbusters Eiger trip. The Eiger mountain may have a fearsome reputation but the ski areas around it, including Grindelwald and Wengen, cater to all levels of skier?
If you join us for a week of skiing or snowboarding in this lovely part of Switzerland the Snowbusters expert instructors will guide you around taking you to different areas every day. We will look at the conditions and based on your ability and wishes choose the area that best suits you. Our guides have all been skiing since they were very young and know the area like the back of their hand. So, they'll take you to the best slopes, show you local secrets and ensure you have the best time possible.
If you are a beginner or an intermediate they will help you quickly build confidence to ski or snowboard at a good level. Advanced and expert skiers and snowboarders will also progress with more technical coaching. Ifg you want we can take you off piste, you could even ski the Eiger.
What to expect from Snowbusters coaching if required?
Intermediate Ski Camp
The intermediate camp is perfect for skiers who are confident on blues but want to ski more challenging slopes. You'll already mostly ski parallel, but sometimes use snow plough to initiate turns or to stop. If steep slopes of icy conditions make you nervous then this camp is for you.
The goal of this camp is to get you skiing rhythmical parallel turns on difficult slopes, ensuring you have 100% control in any terrain including red, black and moguls.
What you'll learn:
Perfecting linked parallel turns all over the mountain
Introduction to rhythmical, long, medium, and short radius parallel turns on steep terrain
Introduction to carving turns
Advance Ski Camp
If you are already a good skier but want to push onto the next level then the advanced camp is for you. It is for skiers who already ski technically well on blue and red trails and control their speed and rhythm on blacks, but who want to ski more challenging terrain with more style.
The primary goals of this camp are to be carving turns on medium slopes, and laying down rhythmical parallel turns in difficult terrain such as black pistes and moguls.
What you'll learn:
Perfecting carving turns of long, medium and short radius
Introduction to race carving turns
Introduction to moguls
Introduction to off piste
Notice: For this trip there is minimum of 2 participants necessary. In case there is not enough people there we will agree on different dates, offer private guiding/coaching where the final price can be adjusted or refund the money 100%.
5 days guided slope skiing / every day different resort carefully chosen depending on your will, ability and conditions.
5 days ski pass
Local transport (FREE CHARGE).
Shared accommodation (FREE CHARGE).
Flights, travel, climbing insurance and food are not included.
Ski / snowboard rentals
Suitable for intermediate to advanced skiers or snowboarders.
Day 1 - Welcome dinner on the first night and a relaxed discussion about the week ahead, people's abilities and ambitions for the week.
Day 2 - Warm up ski runs in mellow ski slope of First
Day 3 - More skiing / riding, checking out the slopes of famouse Lauberhorn downhill race in Wengen.
Day 4 - Bit of coaching from our team on Manlichen.
Day 5 - Long ski / snowboard trip to Schilthorn.
Day 6 - Last day we spend on slopes of First or Kleine Sheidekk with finish in local ski pub for early dinner. Night apre-ski party.
Day 7 - Everyone gets back to the bus station or airport safe and sound and we say goodbye - until next time.


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Walt goes to tell Locke that it wasn't him who poisoned Michael. As Locke is reassuring Walt, he grabs Walt's arm and Walt freaks out a bit and pulls away. He says "don't open it, don't open it Mr Locke, don't open that thing". But Walt doesn't even know about the hatch.
Previously on Lost
Don't open it
How do we open it?
Surprisingly when Locke first shows the hatch to Jack, Jack's response is "how do we open it?". It's not everyday that Locke and Jack agree on something like that.
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What is Ketonuria?
Ketonuria is a term which describes the presence of ketone bodies in the urine. Ketones, as they are also known, are produced in the body as part of the breakdown of fatty acids. When they are present in the urine, it indicates that the body is burning fat for energy. There are a number of reasons why someone can develop ketonuria, with this symptom sometimes being a cause for concern. In diabetic patients especially, ketones should not be found in the urine.
It is possible to test for ketonuria with a test strip which can be dipped into a urine sample, or held under a stream of urine while someone urinates. These test strips react to ketones in the urine, changing color to indicate whether or not ketone bodies are present, and at what concentrations. This test is instant and very convenient, and it can even be administered at home by people who might have reason to monitor for ketone bodies.
In patients with diabetes mellitus, if there are ketones in the urine, it suggests that the diabetes is not well controlled. When switching types of insulin, the ketone body test can be used to confirm that the medication is working well. Ketonuria can also occur as a result of starvation, heavy exercise, an imbalanced diet, hyperthyroid syndrome, pregnancy, lactation, fever, or simple fasting. In fact, it is not uncommon for hospitalized patients to have ketonuria.
This symptom appears when the body is not able to utilize carbohydrates. In the case of a patient with diabetes, the body is not metabolizing the carbohydrates properly, so the body is burning fat for energy. In other patients, the body may not be getting enough carbohydrates, or stress may be causing the body to use up its energy from carbohydrates and turn to fat for additional energy. When people have ketonuria, they also commonly express ketones in their breath, with the breath having a distinct sharp odor.
When someone has ketonuria, it is important to find out why. The condition may be relatively benign and not a cause for concern, or it may be worrying. A patient interview may be conducted to find out what the patient last ate and when, how heavy the patient's exercise has been lately, and so forth. The interview will also be used to determine whether or not the patient has an underlying medical issue which could be contributing to problems with carbohydrate utilization.
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I have been on the Atkins diet for over five years and was born a type II diabetic which is why I do not eat any carbs. Apart from the distinct smell when I urinate the ketones away, there are no side affects.
This diet has not only helped me lose weight but it stopped all of the symptoms of my diabetes.
I believe the secret to good health and a long life is a zero-carb diet and an aspirin a day. Throw in a 30 minute walk a day and you'll live until you're 100.
Trust me that your breads, pastas, cakes, potatoes, sugar and your wind producing veggies are not doing you any good at all. You will be fat, bloated and end up with all sorts of health problems. I never even get a cold anymore.
Living off body fat is natural because that's why we store it. Living off sugar from carbs is abnormal and none of your body fat is used; it just sits there like flab. Look at a grossly obese person and now ask yourself does that person eat carbs or fats? The answer will always be carbs.
So do yourself a favor and eat zero carbs and once you get used to it and the large variety of food available, to you then reap the benefits.
I don't even suffer from Atkins breath and that too seems like a myth invented by the very people who don't want you to stop spending your money on carbs and of course, vegetarians hate us healthy meat eaters who have iron in our blood.
@ElizaBennett - My mom was on a low-carb diet a few years ago and I was really worried about her; she developed a strange odor. I looked into it and yes, a very low carb diet causes the same problem as diabetic ketoacidosis.
Basically, what's happening is that your body is burning its own fat stores for fuel. In diabetes patients, that's because their bodies have trouble metabolizing carbs (glucose). For people on very low carb diets, it's because they don't eat enough carbs, so their bodies turn to fat instead.
Advocates of low-carb diets will tell you that this state is not harmful, but the mainstream medical community feels that it's very dangerous (as I told my mother). The buildup of ketones can damager your organs and contribute to gout, and eating a really excessive amount of protein is bad for your kidneys.
I've actually been trying to reduce my carbs and replace them with veggies and plant protein, but there's a lot of ground between the standard American diet (which is extremely carb-heavy) and Atkins-type diets.
Ketonuria is a diabetes complication, but I feel like I read somewhere that ketones in your urine are also a side effect of very low carb diets. Basically, you starve your body for carbohydrates to the extent of messing with your body's chemistry.
Is a really low carb diet harmful?


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Ohio Cyber Charter Dramatically Inflated Attendance, State Audit Finds
Attendance and login records show that Ohio's Electronic Classroom of Tomorrow was paid for 9,000 students more than it should have been, according to a state audit.
Attendance and login records show that Ohio's Electronic Classroom of Tomorrow was paid for 9,000 students more than it should have been, according to a state audit.
The New Media Consortium and CoSN teamed up to assemble a report drawn from international experts on topics such as augmented reality, personalized learning, coding as literacy, and maker spaces.
Education professor Sara Goldrick-Rab landed in hot water after tweeting that Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker is a 'fascist,' but said social media has changed her life mostly for the better.
Educators' ability to personalize instruction using technology is imperative as the student population becomes increasingly varied by various factors, according to a new report.
Open Up Resources, a nonprofit led by a former Pearson executive, will try to produce openly licensed material at "curriculum scale," rather than just individual lessons and units.
ISTE CEO Brian Lewis is no longer serving as its top executive, and the 17,000-member organization is searching for a permanent replacement.
School and library requests for federal support for many high-speed Internet connections more than doubled since 2015, according to a new analysis by Funds for Learning.
State and federal officials convened on Capitol Hill for the release of SETDA's latest report that calls for more robust broadband connections to schools and a bridging of the homework gap.
Virtual schools are subject to the same federal special education mandates on issues such as testing and student identification, according to the U.S. Department of Education.


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KitchenAid Stand Mixer Reviews
KitchenAid Stand Mixers have changed the way that we prepare food at home. Everyday cooks can now whip, stir, mix and blend all types of ingredients without mixing by hand or using a standard hand mixer that can become clogged or bogged down depending on the consistency of the ingredients. These products can help you to cut your meal preparation time in half and make it possible to create delicious meals and desserts with very little effort.
KitchenAid is the industry leader when it comes to stand mixers. Even those who do not own and stand mixer associate the product with the brand name. They are simply the best in the business because the have the most features, are highly durable and are designed to last for years and years.
Because KitchenAid is so good at making stand mixers, they have manufactured several different models over the years. If you are interested in buying a KitchenAid Stand Mixer but don't know which model to invest in, we have put together some helpful reviews to make the buying process much simpler.
The 5 Best KitchenAid Stand Mixer Products for Your Kitchen
The KitchenAid Stand Mixer is one of the best modern kitchen products that you can buy. But since there are several different lines and models of stand mixers made by the brand, it can be difficult to choose the very best one. Here are the reviews for the top 5 KitchenAid Stand Mixer products for you to look over before you buy.
- 16-Cup Flour Power Capacity
- Includes PowerkneadTM Spiral Dough Hook, Flat Beater, and Stainless Steel Wire Whip
- Largest Capacity Residential Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer Available
Owners and product reviewers alike agree that the KitchenAid Pro Line Stand Mixer is the best product from the brand. It has plenty of convenient features that make it a quality, professional-grade product to use at home. It also has plenty of power to make it a fierce competitor against other top brands and models. This stand mixer rivals KitchenAid's Commercial Series which are designed to be used in professional settings.
Ease of Use
Assembly Time
Design Quality
- Empire Red body with stainless steel bowl guard
- Mixer includes bowl guard, bowl, whisk, flat beater, and dough hook
- 10 speeds with 0.44 HP to bowl
The KitchenAid Stand Mixer Commercial Series 8 is designed with professional chefs in mind, but it can be used at home in your very own kitchen just as easily as it can be used at a fancy restaurant downtown. If you are looking for a high-quality stand mixer that can hold up throughout frequent use, this is the product for you. But if you would rather have the same quality in a residential-style stand mixer, you may want to choose from the Pro Line.
Ease of Use
Assembly Time
Design Quality
- 10-speed slide control ranges from a very fast whip to a very slow stir. Cord length : 36 Inches
- All-Metal Construction
- 10-Speed Solid-State Control and 275 Watts of power
The KitchenAid Stand Mixer 4.5 Quart Classic is the ideal choice when you want all the benefits of a KitchenAid product without the paying the highest possible price. This is one of the most popular models from the KitchenAid brand because it brings together all the convenience of the brand all at a much lower price.
Ease of Use
Assembly Time
Design Quality
- Over 10 colors available
- Multipurpose attachment hub, over 15 optional attachments
- 6-quart stainless steel bowl, comfortable handle. Bread Yield -Loaves : 8.25
The KitchenAid Stand Mixer Professional 600 Series is a great choice if you like the fact that this model comes in a variety of colors. It also has a convenient bowl lift that can be very useful. Aside from those two features, you may want to consider the Pro Line model since it doesn't cost too much more than the Professional 600 Series and it includes several more features.
Ease of Use
Assembly Time
Design Quality
- 10-speed slide control ranges from a very fast whip to a very slow stir
- Includes Flat Beater, Dough Hook and Wire Whip
- Power Hub for Additional Attachments,Volts- 120
The KitchenAid Stand Mixer Artisan Tilt Head is the most affordable option on the list. This is a very well-designed KitchenAid mixer and it is also a great deal for your wallet. It is the best choice if you want to own a KitchenAid Stand Mixer at the lowest possible price, depending on where you buy it and which model you prefer. There is a 5-Quart version as well as a 3.5 quart mini version of the same mixer available.
Ease of Use
Assembly Time
Design Quality
Why You Should Purchase a KitchenAid Stand Mixer
If you enjoy baking but hate having to mix ingredients using a basic hand mixer, then you should consider buying a quality stand mixer like those made by KitchenAid. Of course, there are plenty of other small kitchen appliance brands that sell stand mixers for much less than most KitchenAid products. And those are fine if you simply want something to help make your job a little easier. But if you are looking for a quality product that is powerful, durable, and has multiple features that can help cut your baking prep time in half, you should look into buying a KitchenAid Mixer.
But Aren't They Expensive?
Yes, KitchenAid Stand Mixers and practically all other KitchenAid products are slightly more expensive than other brands. If you ask most people who have purchased one of the mixers mentioned here, they would probably agree that they are expensive products. But sometimes, it is worth paying extra for something that you will use regularly just so that you won't have to replace it due to damage within the next few years.
KitchenAid Stand Mixers are built to last. They are designed for the avid baker and therefore if you aren't planning on using your stand mixer very often, you may want to go with a more affordable option. Just because you don't want to spend that much money on something you will rarely use.
A Brief History of the KitchenAid Stand Mixer
The KitchenAid Stand Mixer was originally built for use by commercial bakers back in 1914. When it was first introduced, many people marveled at how they were able to meet the needs of all types of cooks. The KitchenAid brand was able to create a small appliance that would meet the daily needs of the avid baker as well as the professional chef. They did this by creating a broad range of mixer models that were different in their size, materials, and construction.
The KitchenAid Stand Mixer celebrated its centennial anniversary in 2014 by being a staple item in many homes all throughout the world. Regardless of location, this mixer implies that the owners take their cooking very seriously.
Frequently Asked Questions About KitchenAid Stand Mixers
What are the different types of accessories included with most KitchenAid Stand Mixers?
The three most common accessories included with KitchenAid Stand Mixers are the Dough Hook the Wire Whip, and the Flat Beater.
The Dough Hook is an excellent tool to use with thick dough like cookie dough or for making pasta.
The Wire Whip is a classic accessory that is a great all-around tool. It can be used for whisking egg whites to create a meringue or making homemade whipped cream.
The Flat Beater is a must-have accessory for any baker. It can be used for multiple recipes and is great when you need to add ingredients while mixing.
Where are KitchenAid Stand Mixers Made?
All KitchenAid Mixers are assembled in Greenville, OH in the USA.
What model of KitchenAid Mixer did TV Chef Julia Child use on her cooking show?
Julia Child used a KitchenAid Stand Mixer model known as the K5A.
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Sir Elton John has been hospitalised with a "serious respiratory infection".
The Rocket Man singer was rushed to the Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles in the early hours of yesterday morning.
He has subsequently undergone tests and doctors have told him he cannot perform for seven days, meaning he will have to cancel four concerts of his Million Dollar Piano residency at Las Vegas' Caesars Palace scheduled for the weekend.
Elton was told by medics he needs "complete rest and antibiotic treatment to prevent damage".
The 65-year-old musician - who has a 17-month-old son Zachary with his husband David Furnish - is now thought to have left hospital and is resting at home.
The singer told TMZ.com: "It feels strange not to be able to perform these 'Million Dollar Piano' concerts at the Colosseum.
"I love performing the show and I will be thrilled when we return to the Colosseum in October to complete the 11 concerts.
"All I can say to the fans is, 'Sorry I can't be with you'."
Elton was previously forced to cancel two concerts in February, after he came down with food poisoning.
In October 2011, Elton celebrated performing his 3000th show in Las Vegas, after which he celebrated with the audience and a large cake with 'EJ3K' written on it.
The star's Million Dollar Piano shows are named after the piano he uses, which was especially built for him by manufacturer Yamaha over four years and cost a reported $1 million to produce.
- Bang! Showbiz


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NIV Beautiful Word Coloring Bible – Book Review
If you are looking for a Journaling Bible that provides you with plenty of room for recording your thoughts and creating your personal artwork but also provides you with hundreds of illustrated verses to color, I'm excited to share that Zondervan has just released the NIV Beautiful Word Coloring Bible – a Bible that meets all of those needs!
The NIV Beautiful Word Coloring Bible is similar to the NIV Beautiful Word Bible that I reviewed earlier this year, with a few key differences. Here are the similarities and differences I noted:
- If you lift up the jacket cover, you'll discover a wonderful surprise: like the NIV Beautiful Word Bible, the NIV Beautiful Word Coloring Bible features Proverbs 3:5-6 beautifully inscribed on the front cover! (I normally keep dust jackets on my books but in this case, my Bible is flying solo!)
- The NIV Beautiful Word Coloring Bible features a different presentation page than its predecessor – this one is bold and bright and looks like it has been custom colored (given you a peek at what's possible!)
- Now to the heart of the matter – the illustrations themselves. While many of the illustrations in the NIV Beautiful Word Coloring Bible are the same as the ones in the NIV Beautiful Word Bible without the original coloring (which give them a totally different look!) – the editors have included new artwork as well. While some Scriptures include artwork, many verses primarily consist of decorative lettering, which allow you to add your own creativity to Scripture as you meditate on God's Word.
In addition to these features, the single-column formatting of the text and the layout of the NIV Beautiful Word Coloring Bible provides more room for journaling on the pages than most – the light but barely visible guidelines are there if you need them but fade into the background if you don't – and the choice of the popular New International Version translation makes it easy to read and used by many study groups and churches!
If you long to add creative touches to your Bible but don't consider yourself an artist – if you're looking for an innovative way to worship God, to go deeper into the Word, or to memorize Scripture – or, if you enjoy coloring and want to meditate and pray in the process – then the NIV Beautiful Word Coloring Bible is the perfect Bible for you!
It's also a beautiful Bible to give as a gift to a friend or loved one!
I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars.
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Banks will be allowed to sell only standard or vanilla insurance products through their branches following the relaxation of brokerage norms by the sectoral regulator Irda, said a finance Ministry official.
The move is aimed at ensuring that lenders do not sell customised insurance products where risk assessment is more complex.
It will also address various concerns of the Reserve Bank, including those pertaining to conflict of interest. RBI does not want banks to undertake new risk in the form of insurance broker.
"Products with same features will not only prevent mis- selling but also ensure that customers can chose a product based on the performance and efficiency of the insurer," the official said.
Irda will ensure that all products sold through banks are standardised in terms of features and commission structure, the official added.
A broking licence will allow a bank to sell products of multiple insurance firms, compared with the current bancassurance model that allows lenders to sell products of just one life and non-life insurance company.
Banks have wide network of delivery channel, over 1 lakh branches, which can be leveraged to increase insurance penetration in the country.
Finance Minister P Chidambaram in his budget speech this year had said: "Banks will be permitted to act as insurance brokers so that the entire network of bank branches will be utilised to increase penetration."
Life insurance penetration in the country is as low as 4.4 per cent of GDP.
Last month, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (Irda) notified rules allowing banks to act as brokers of insurance companies, a process termed as bancassurance.
As per the norms, there is no capital requirement for insurance broking business carried out by banks, according to Irda (Licencing of Banks as Insurance Brokers) Regulations, 2013.
To qualify for the licence, each bank will have to have the principal officer - an officer of general manager or equivalent category, who is appointed exclusively to carry out the functions of an insurance broker.
The licence, once issued, will be valid for three years from the date of issue, it said, adding that the renewal of licence can be applied 30 days before expiry of licence.
Every insurance broker will, before the commencement of the business, deposit and keep deposits with any scheduled bank as sum of Rs 50 lakh, it said.


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[Incidentally, here's a list of things you should do if you want to irritate your summer mentor.]
Also, I believe the main thing to ask yourself is this: Look around at what the other people are actually doing while you're there. Look at what you're doing. Do you like running reactions and purifying products? Could you do it every day, now that you've done it for a couple of weeks or a month?
If you do like it, then you might consider laboratory research as a career. If you don't like it, then perhaps you should think about another field.
So I'll throw it out to the readers -- what advice would you give summer students?


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3dpageflip.com has just launched the 3D PageFlip Professional, a new sophisticated flipbook maker designed to covert flat PDF and image files into stunning 3D flipping images. This new flipbook maker will certainly bring joys to a great deal of viewers and web developers, as they can develop and enjoy high-grade and fine 3D images.
Guangzhou, Guang Dong -- (ReleaseWire) -- 12/09/2013 --3dpageflip.com, a website committed to developing stunning digital catalogs, brochures and magazines, has launched a new innovative flip book maker on its official website. As sources have reported, this new flip book maker from 3dpageflip.com is called the 3D PageFlip Professional. Basically, the 3D PageFlip Professional is a high-grade flipbook tool that transforms regular images, OpenOffice and PDF files to realistic flipping page books. Furthermore, this unique tool provides a broad range of extensive designs for all its users. This latest development is by far good news for all web designers, as they can now create 3D videos, slideshows, 3D product presents, and other multimedia contents with ease. For those who are interested in using this tool, make sure to navigate to this webpage, http://www.3dpageflip.com/pageflip-3d-pro/.
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text: Reviews Review: Sculpture By The Sea, Cottesloe 2018 Sculpture by the Sea, Cottesloe has ramped up public access with tailored school tours, Auslan- interpreted, Tactile Tours and Beach Access Day for sculpture lovers with limited mobility. Zadok Ben-David, Sunny Moon (2008), Sculpture by the Sea, Cottesloe 2018. Photo David Dare Parker As summer officially calls it a day, March will see Cottesloe Beach swarming with around 200,000 people checking out Sculpture by the Sea, Cottesloe. Make that 200,001 as I was amongst the first day crowd. Sculptures by the Sea, Cottesloe has yet to disappoint me in all its 14 years. This year 77 artists from 18 countries have worked on 73 pieces. I'm always amazed by the fact that artists can diligently squirrel away on creations for months, not knowing how they'll be received until they're unveiled. How scary to put your inner most thoughts out into the world for comment, and to do so not knowing whether all that work will allow you to pay your bills, or just open another can of tuna. This year 28 WA artists, 15 interstate and 33 international artists took up the challenge. Amongst the works are pieces from leading international artists such as Israeli artist Zadok Ben-David, Chinese artist Zhan Wang, and Danish architect Johan Gjode. They will sit alongside works by some of WA's leading sculptors including Tim Burns, Olga Cironis, Elaine Clocherty, Tony Davis, Kevin Draper, Ron Gomboc, Tony Jones OAM, Janine McAullay Bott, Johannes Pannekoek, as well as leading mid-career and emerging artists Sharyn Egan, Jina Lee, April Pine and Tania Spencer. Danger Dave & Christian Rager, Damien Hirst Looking for Sharks, Sculpture by the Sea, Cottesloe 2018. Photo Martine Perret The blown-up head of Damien Hirst Looking For Sharks by Danger Dave and Christian Rager is proving to be a front runner for People's Choice. While Waiting In The Wings by Denise Pepper allows every little boy and girl to be an angle. Sunny Moon by Zadok Ben-David is stunning at sunset and In Rainbows by Duncan Stemler is reminiscent of a glam backyard Hills Hoist. For full list of exhibiting artists. Over the years the organisers have added additional elements to the exhibition such as the Artists Talks program and the Alcoa Schools Education Program, which was enjoyed by 2,400 primary and secondary school students last year. At the other end of the age spectrum Amana Living residents and clients get to witness the exhibition with DADAA led guided tours. For Visual Arts students there's the ECU Hands-on learning initiative where they can gain practical experience. In addition, last year the Disadvantaged Communities Tour saw 119 people from diverse backgrounds such as Sudanese, Ethiopian, Iraqi, Iranian, Taiwanese, Chinese, Burmese, Singaporean and Malaysian visit the exhibition. Another great initiative, Beach Access Days, has been made possible by a three year partnership with Lotterywest. On these days special matting allows people with limited mobility or using wheelchairs to get down to the sculptures on the sand. There's also a free Tactile Tour with experienced guides; Auslan-interpreted Artist Talks and tours for seniors and visitor with dementia. The pieces included in the tour have been nominated by artists and organisers as being safe to touch and in accessible areas. Accessibility and inclusion has been a focus for programing for the 2018 Sculpture by the Sea, Cottesloe. 'Lotterywest is delighted that we've been able to play a part in ensuring all Western Australians – including seniors and those with disabilities – are able to access what has become a calendar highlight for the people of WA,' said Lotterywest CEO, Susan Hunt PSM. 'We are proud to have commenced a three year agreement to support the Access and Inclusion Program and look forward to continuing to work with Sculpture by the Sea well into the future.' The funding also allows the Access & Inclusion program to continue to provide a large print exhibition catalogue for visitors with low vision to borrow from the Exhibition Catalogue marquees, a temporary accessible toilet and a wide access ramp to Sculpture Inside, a free indoor exhibition of small sculpture. 'We are greatly relieved to receive this funding from Lotterywest without which we could not have afforded to continue to offer these services to people with disability and their carers,' said David Handley AM, Founding Director of Sculpture by the Sea. 'It is such a wonderful program and we would like to thank Lotterywest for its support. In particular I would like to thank everyone who encouraged us to create these programs and to invite people to register for a tour or to visit on the beach wheelchair access days.' As you wonder around the exhibition it's good to remember that the artists are responsible for transporting their pieces to the beach. Thankfully the Australian Council provides some funding for this, however they still need your help. This year the sculptures have travelled nearly 320,000 miles to get here and you can help through 'Buy A Mile' with a $1 donation that goes directly to help the artists. Zhan Wang, Floating Rock, Sculpture by the Sea, Cottesloe 2018. Photo Richard Watson As sometimes happens with art installations, one piece was a late show. I look forward to checking out Floating Rock, a two metre high by four metre wide stainless steel piece by acclaimed Chinese artist Zhan Wang. The piece will be floating in the water giving the iconic Cottesloe Beach pylon a run for its money. If you do make it down to the beach and enjoy this FREE exhibition please, please, please make sure you throw some money into one of the buckets or 'Buy A Mile' to help out the artists. Rating: 4.5 out of 5 Sculpture by the Sea, Cottesloe (WA) 2-19 March Visitors can book a Tactile Tour or Auslan-interpreted Artist Talk online at www.sculpturebythesea.com Beach Access Days run from 10am to 7 pm on March 14 and 15 this year. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Send to a friend Trending now 1 Myth or truth: Do artists feel international engagement is overrated? 2 What is the role of the artist today? 3 Finalists announced for 2020 Walkleys (locked) 4 Ten Australian niche museums (locked) 5 What to say when the news is all bad Glennys Marsdon Monday 12 March, 2018 About the author Glennys Marsdon has spent over 20 years researching consumer behaviour before establishing her own Consumer Psychology Consultancy, The Customers' Voice in 2000. Her writing and guest speaking career also began over 20 years ago at the Australian Red Cross (WA) where she managed the Adult and Youth magazines and was a member of the Disaster Preparedness Team. In 2005 she published her first book, 50 Ways To Grieve Your Lover, which was followed by the title, Me Time: 100 strategies for guilt free me time. She is a regular contributor to magazines and websites and has a monthly column at Swan Magazine. 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Too much stress. It's a sad story, really; the thing was probably this close to getting its own reality-TV show, partying with Paris Hilton, etc.
(Thanks to many people)
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Too much stress. It's a sad story, really; the thing was probably this close to getting its own reality-TV show, partying with Paris Hilton, etc.
(Thanks to many people)
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Maybe it would have lived longer if the guy hadn't carried it all the way there in his arms...
"When you have a fish this old, this heavy, that has lived in zero gravity its whole life..."
Hey, I thought the guy caught the fish in the Mississippi, not outer space...?
Kind of reminds me of the final Seinfeld episodes, in a way. So close to getting his own show, yet something stupid happens on the way there, and it never happens.
"When you have a fish this old, this heavy, that has lived in zero gravity its whole life, it just won't tolerate a lot of handling."
The exact same reason my wife won't give me sex.
Marvin - my thoughts exactly. When you're in the water, you're still affected by gravity.
I bet it's the etc. he ends up missing the most.
... he's sucking up scum with Bubba the Lobster now...
No sh*t? Died, huh? I mean, it would have been insane to actually release the fish instead of taking him on a world tour, right? Who could have seen this coming?
I guess the only thing left to say is, pass the tartar sauce. With boiled baby possum on the side.
soon to be a movie of the week. available really soon on DVD, with clever outtakes.
This sounds fishy to me.
Excerpts from Katie Couric interview:
Katie: So, were you AWARE that your fish hadn't yet finished the sixth grade?
Fisherman-Guy: Neither did I, it's a bond I will always treasure.
Its death was a sad footnote to a great story."
And the guy said that with a straight face!!!
RIP, very old catfish......
First I thought, man, that's too bad. Then I thought, it's just a CATFISH, fer' cryin' out loud . . .
Fish are friends. Eat chicken and beef.
Ew, gross!!!!!
I went to that site, hosted by msn, and it installed XP service pack 2 on my system.
Service packs and fish smell after three days.
when some brainer finds an Ol' Fella like
Tiny the catfish or Bubba THE Lobster...why can't they just take a picture and throw
them (gently)back.
Hmm. Stress? They also might have tried not chilling with it up on the dock for all the pictures and stuff. You know. For the breathing thing. And stuff.
Someone needs to stuff fisher-boy in the water...without a tank. Let's see how he handles stress.
In a sidenote, I weighed 60 lbs in sixth grade (I was 5'1"). I weighed 127 lbs--just three more than this fish--when I was in *high school* (and 5'7"). My question is, just how frickin big ARE sixth graders now? What are they eating? Other sixth graders?
I thank the heavens above that I found Dave Barry's blog.
I can now die happy.
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Thursday night was pretty great, and I meant to write about it first thing on Friday morning, but I think that I procrastinated on some of my exhaustion, and so I woke up, realized the book events were good and over, and was promptly overcome with the urge to lie down. When that passed I found I was really in the weeds on a baby shower deadline, and had to do a serious who-do on the space time continuum to get it done in time for yesterday. I'll show you that tomorrow. I know I'm not blogging enough when the unblogged knits start piling up- and they are. There's socks and a sweater and I spun some yarn and they all deserve a blog post, so this week I'm going to try and be really good and catch up. For starters though, I'm going to pretend that today is Friday, and then tomorrow can be today, and the day after that I'll try to make it a two in one. Or something. In any case: I showed up for the Toronto event ready and raring to go- if by raring to go, you understand that I'd checked real estate listings for where else I could live, then headed downtown. I always worry about the local events. My reasoning is that I don't really need to worry about screwing up in other cities. If I screw up in Baltimore and do a whole event with my fly open (for example) I can simply – should I find the humiliation a little too much, never go back to Baltimore. If I screw up here, I have to move, as well as endure a retelling of whatever I did to humiliate myself every holiday from then on, since my whole family will have witnessed it. If you're me, that's enough to make you supremely nervous, and I was. I checked my fly about a million times, then stepped up to get it done. Hello Toronto!
The bookstore had about 35 chairs, and we had considerably more knitters than that, but I think the Toronto knitters actually enjoy smashing bookstore expectations, so all seemed well. I read, rather nervously, since every time I looked up I saw my family. When it was over, the real fun started. I got to see a a baby – this is Megan and the charming Miles.
There were first sock knitters, like Rayna and Ellen.
And then there were first sock knitters not like Rayna and Ellen – Like Juli, who explained that these socks are her first started pair of socks, and her first finished pair of socks.
…Or like Ann, who just stepped up and held up her socks, and I said "Oh wow! First socks?" and she said "Nope".
The honesty of it cracked me right up. There was my Mum and my Sister and My daughter and Hank.
I don't know why Mum, Erin and Amanda look so bored there. I swear they looked enthusiastic two seconds before. Probably an immediate knee-jerk response to me taking out my camera and saying something about the blog.
This is Becky, and this Dr. Who scarf is the first thing she's ever knit…
which considering that it's an authentic length, says something good about her stick-to-it-iveness.
This is Heather, who was out celebrating two years since her bone marrow transplant – and considering that she's alive, that says something about her stick-to-it-iveness as well.
Meet Emily, who's a brand new knitter, and obviously destined for greatness.
I don't know if it's the glasses or the knitting, but she reminded me of me at that age. Lovely girl. This is Stephanie and her first scarf – which is Entrelac of course.
I shrieked "KEENER" at her in the most affectionate way possible. I think she understood. Also in that category was Jen, who showed off her first and second pair of mittens.
Her first pair of mittens is so perfect that she felt compelled to tell me that they don't fit "If that helps." It did. (We were all on fire for the sweater she was wearing too. Gorgeous. We had to do a search to figure out what it was – and since a bunch of you will ask… it's Metro. We've all added it to our queues.)
Emily and Morgan did their knitterly part for Movember.
(Pattern here. I know you'll want to know.)
Just to round it out – Look!
That's Martha and Glenna, in the same place at the same time. They're knitting twins, and for the longest time Glenna used to come to knit night. I knew her, liked her, we're sort of friends, and then Glenna moved and stopped coming, but this person who looks, sounds and knits exactly like her started showing up. For the longest time I didn't know who Martha was, just that she was not quite Glenna, and after that for a long time, I sort of that that Glenna was just screwing with me. That she didn't really have a twin sister, she just liked to pretend she didn't know me some weeks, and to pull that off she called herself "Martha". Turns out they really are two people. Who knew?
We rounded the evening out by heading over to a pub (two really, but that's another story) and while we were there, Joe held baby Marlowe.
I know that might not seem amazing to you, but to me it was staggering. He wouldn't stand up (he was afraid of dropping her) and he wouldn't let her mama Jen get more than an inch away (in case the baby needed her) but he did hold her. I took about a thousand pictures. I couldn't believe that he had willingly taken charge of a baby, but it turns out that Jen just sort of handed him the thing, and he had no way out. He conceded that he had turned Marlowe so she was facing away from him so she couldn't see him and cry. He thinks he's too big for babies and makes them nervous. He couldn't be more wrong, but I think it
's sweet. It was a lovely bit of icing on my evening's cake.
Thanks Toronto knitters, I love you guys, and I'm so glad I don't have to move.
This time.