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MANILA, 4 November 2017 – Ministers and Heads of Delegation of civil service agencies of ASEAN Member States gathered in Manila yesterday for their 2nd ASEAN Heads of Civil Service Retreat. At the core of the retreat is the follow up to the implementation of the ASEAN Declaration on the Role of Civil Service as a Catalyst for Achieving the ASEAN Vision 2025 that was signed by the ASEAN Leaders at the 30th ASEAN Summit in April 2017 in Manila, Philippines.
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Following the retreat, delegates from ASEAN Member States were joined by civil servants of the Philippines and experts in the ASEAN Forum on Innovative Leadership held today. The forum provided a learning platform for participants on the different aspects of and approaches towards innovative leadership. The 2nd ASEAN Heads of Civil Service Retreat and the ASEAN Forum on Innovative Leadership are part of the activities led by the Philippines to commemorate the 50th anniversary of ASEAN.


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September 09, 2007
Here are those violent protesters then
Here's why you keep your police and politicians on a very tight rein.
Remember - they work for us.
What a farce.
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Although I have said most of this in a previous comment, I think it bears repeating here:
Michael Koukoullis and I went to the protest today and this is what we saw and experienced:
Entirely benign and peaceful people wishing to be able to express their opinion. Walls (literally, shoulder to shoulder) of police around Hyde Park.
Being sealed into Hyde Park. Old ladies with waking sticks begging to be allowed to cross the road to DJs so they could go to the toilet (all the loos in Hyde Park were shut). Families with crying babies asking to be allowed to go home to feed their children. A doctor who worked at Sydney Hospital wanting to get to work. All being denied the right to cross a road by riot police with tear gas cannisters and hoses on their back.
When I asked why we couldn't cross the road to get some food I was told "because I said so". Suddenly, with no evidence of noise or violence, a guy was being dragged by his hair into a police truck. At the same time, a couple of Apec delegates walked across the road with their sheepskin underblankets they'd just bought.
Everyone who was sealed into Hyde Park was filmed by the police. There were Human Rights observers (I think from the UN) on every corner writing down every conversation that took place with the police.
When I walked in the "No War" protest, there were no riot police. There were no water cannons or tear gas cannisters. There was no need for Human Rights observers. And there was no violence. And we went to war to make us safer? I see no evidence of that. Eddie Meyer of Channel 10 news was visibly shaken and upset by the police intimidation, and was saying so to members of the public. When the media is shaken, it's really time to notice.
Then we walked down to Circular Quay, around kilometres of steel and concrete walls. We went to a police car to ask which way was open. They were watching Lethal Weapon on a portable DVD player, they were so bored. This is our tax money! We walked past a vehicle inspection point which was worse than anything I ever saw at Checkpoint Charlie. Circular Quay was like East Berlin. You couldn't see the harbour because of the walls.
I have travelled the world, including to some scary places, and I have never seen anything like this. And yet, the Chaser guys can get through dressed liked Osam Bin Laden with passes that say "Insecurity" because they look like a motorcade. They were only found out because they dobbed themselves in.
It's important not to run out of town or say "oh this is just silly". We cannot look at this as an Olympic-style unofficial week off.It is necessary for people to say "I am a witness". It is a blatant and frightening elimination of our civil liberties.
And for what? So Johnny Howard doesn't lose face, and so his kids get to work for Halliburton. Do you think the Apce delegates enjoyed their time in this "thriving" (ie totally empty and sealed off) metropolis?
Posted by: Deb Lander | Sep 9, 2007 12:02:00 PM
I meant to add, go to Michael Koukoullis' flickr page to see some very scary photos.
Posted by: Deb Lander | Sep 9, 2007 12:05:12 PM
"When all you've got is a hammer, everything starts to look like a nail."
No offence to any individual police, but history says that if you give them more powers then the day will come when the want to use it.
I note that the Police Commissioner has defended his officers saying "...we sent the message and we've sent it for a long time now that we were going to be very, very firm." [ABC website] Why exactly? It sounds like being 'firm' for the sake of being 'firm'.
Increasingly, 'security' is being used as an excuse for simply stopping things we don't like, which is why I can only see an increase in the number of 'threats' that make sure we are scared enough to allow the authorities to do these things.
That's why we need The Chaser crew. By taking the p*ss out of these things, it shows everyone (including the whole world now) how silly it all is.
Finally, the Internet might be part of the solution. Sure, the police can film people engaging in these protests, but the protesters can too and, what's more, get them out on the Internet instantly to show what's happening.
PS. How do I find the Flickr page with photos?
Posted by: Anura | Sep 9, 2007 3:15:38 PM
Sorry, my link coding obviously didn't work...it's: www.flickr.com/photos/webraconteur/
There are a lot of other photos too, just search on flickr for photos tagged with Apec 2007.
Posted by: Deb Lander | Sep 9, 2007 3:21:46 PM
Welcome to our age of freedom, our brave new world.
I just hope people remember the actions of the Howard Govt come Election day. All this for the appearance of safety. Or maybe it was warranted, isn't Sydney one of the most dangerous cities on Earth (I think not).
Posted by: Gary Barber | Sep 9, 2007 6:14:15 PM
The baseball bats are ready Gary :-)
(to non australians, far too complicated to explain - google "keating + baseball bats")
Posted by: John Allsopp | Sep 9, 2007 6:18:14 PM
We are likely to see more of this style of security in Australia now that the Government has gotten away with it under the auspices of APEC.
Again just another example of how little by little our freedom and liberties are being eroded by precedent.
As a nation we are rather apathetic when it comes to these matters. Not entirely sure why.
As a knowledgeable friend of mine stated, "The Nazis didn't start gassing people straight away". We can learn a lot from historical parallels.
Posted by: Michael Koukoullis | Sep 9, 2007 11:41:26 PM
Hi Michael,
I am very heartened by the Herald today publishing the photo of 16 police officers without ID at the rally. I've never seen that level of criticism of the police. Couple that with even the conservative 9 network showing footage of police, let's call it what it is, brutality, and I wonder whether we don't have some cause for hope.
Posted by: John Allsopp | Sep 10, 2007 7:19:43 AM
The problem is, by criticising the police, like the journalists, we are blaming the wrong people (to a certain degree, obviously everyone is responsible for their behaviour). They are only following the orders of their masters - the top brass of the police force, etc. who are clearly being made to toe the Government line.
When you look at the enormous public personal and professional vilification of those who dare to speak out against the government, by members of the Government, and helped all the way by their cronies, the media owners (which is why I say don't always blame the journos), I can understand why it is hard for those under to be braver. Everyone needs to earn a living and has families to support.
I'm not saying it's right, just put the blame where it's actually needed.
Posted by: Deb Lander | Sep 10, 2007 9:32:03 AM
I felt what they are fighting for. I guess in some way they want to prove something on their belief.
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Alamat Filipino Pub & Deli's at 5666 Don Pedro Street, just above Bucky's in Brgy. Poblacion, Makati just after the sunset hour at 6 PM. What you can expect to taste is an array of carefully combined native flavors that help you ease into the dark hours like no other place in Makati. Go for their large collection of locally produced craft beers from different makers.
It's perfect for the soon to be "titos and titas of Manila" the 20- and 30-somethings who are just beginning to come to terms with the fact that making it work after a night of drinking is now an impossible activity.
They have a veranda-style space with KKK banners and national flags hanged on its capiz ticketed walls. Their wait staff is friendly and knowledgeable about the different concoctions that they are selling so feel free to talk to them. We love going to Alamat on a random weekday night and sometimes they hold live performances from different OPM acts.
Find Alamat Deli & Pub
Location: Alamat Filipino Pub & Deli is at 2/F 5666 Don Pedro Street Barangay Población, Makati City. Open Tuesdays to Saturdays 6PM-2AM, Sundays, 6PM-12MN. Contact: email@example.com / +63917-5302580.
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If you have never tried deerskin – you must! It is one of the most valuable grades of leather and boasts a multitide of benefits. Nicola is, of course, made of deerskin and will fit like a glove! Perfect for everyday wear in autumn and winter.
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Investors saw more turbulence this past week as Fed Chair Jerome Powell's testimony on the economy to Congress was too upbeat in the eyes of some. His remarks of "gradual interest rate hikes" was interpreted as a possibility for four raises this year as compared to three, which has been largely factored in to stock prices. Then President Trump's decision to place import tariffs on steel and aluminum sent shock waves around the globe by provoking potential trade wars. Finally, when rumors that the Senate may not be able to agree on an infrastructure plan this year, stocks took another 800-point Dow Industrial drubbing on Wednesday and Thursday. A small late-day rally on Friday could do little from keeping major averages from falling 3% (Dow Jones), 2% (S&P 500) and 1% (NASDAQ).
And there was no place to hide with all the market sectors posting losses, let by trade-war sensitive basic materials and industrials falling 4% and 3%, respectively. Despite a small rise on Friday for crude, oil fell $2.30/bbl. taking down energy shares. The S&P 500 is up less than 1% for the year and the Dow is now negative by 0.7%, erasing virtually all the January gains. The economy, however, remains strong as seen by upbeat consumer confidence, positive manufacturing orders and low weekly unemployment claims. And . . .
. . . earnings for the fourth quarter were mostly positive and guidance by companies was enhanced by the new tax reductions on corporate profits, which augurs well for a decent full-year prognosis for equities. Looking ahead, however, volatility is likely to remain high as investors continue to balance the good news on Main Street with concerns about higher interest rates and trade issues on Wall Street.
Here is the answer to last week's trivia question: The price-weighted Dow Jones Industrial Average is calculated by adding the price of each of the 30 covered stocks and dividing by? 97.85302, 300, 0.145233966877348 or 30. Answer: 0.145233966877348 to account for additions/deletions, stock splits, special dividends and rights offering that have affected the price of the component equities since its founding in 1896.
Today's Trivia Question: Who is the longest tenured CEO of the Fortune 500 companies? Warren Buffet (Berkshire Hathaway), Leslie Wexner (L Brands), Glen F. Post (CenturyLink) or Stephen A. Schwarzman (Blackstone Group).


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Optimizing Loudspeaker Directivity Through the Crossover Region
Do you know what the crossover filters are doing to the response of the loudspeaker system? Some of you might have measured the frequency response of the loudspeaker system to determine what's happening through the crossover region. However, most designers only look at the loudspeaker's on-axis response. It's equally important, or perhaps more important, to know what's happening off-axis. Let's see how loudspeaker modeling can be used to help with this. This article was originally published in Voice Coil, August 2017.


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A local official says the explosion occurred during a festival in Spanish town of Velez-Malaga on the southern coast.
At least 77 people have been injured after a gas cylinder exploded in a café in the Spanish town of Velez-Malaga on the southern coast, a spokesman for the Andalucia region's emergency unit said.
The spokesman said the explosion occurred at about 1700 GMT during a festival in the town, which is 40 km east of the popular tourist destination of Malaga.
Video footage posted on social media showed people fleeing a fire inside a small restaurant called "La Bohemia" close to the centre of Velez-Malaga, with the street outside covered in debris.
BREAKING | Over 50 feared injured as gas #explosion rips through cafe near #Malaga, Spain. pic.twitter.com/02FmgzAp2r— Vocal Europe (@thevocaleurope) October 1, 2016
None of those seriously injured were at risk of death, a spokesman for the local hospital said. The majority of injuries were cuts and bruises.
A local El Pais newspaper said a cook at the restaurant was able to alert customers to a fire in the kitchen, which gave most enough time to escape serious injury.


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Common Errors & Warnings for Labor Distribution Changes
Once you submit the EPAF, if there are any issues within the EPAF, the screen will show error messages depending on the action that needs to be corrected
Errors and Warnings
- Warning – Warnings simply deliver information to the user, but will still allow the EPAF to process successfully.
- Error – Error messages will not allow the EPAF to progress to the approval levels. Errors must be corrected.
Error: New Job Labor Distribution Date should be >/= query effective date
Solution: This error means that your query date (change effective date) is in the past. Change the query date (change effective date) to a future date, usually the 16th for an hourly appointment change or the 1st for a monthly appointment change.
Error: Index XXXXXX does not allow override of Fund, Organization, Program, etc.
Solution: This error means that you may have entered an override to an element in the labor distribution that is not compatible with the Index. Re-enter the Index and click on "Default from Index" to correct the element.
Warning: Account code has been assigned a default value. Please verify the default account code before submitting.
Solution: After you make a labor distribution change the system generates this notice for you to double check the account code before submitting.
Error: User Id(s) must be entered for Routing Queue.
Solution: You must populate the mandatory routing queue levels.
Error: Job Labor Distribution Total Percentages must be exactly 100%.
Solution: The total distribution has to match 100%.


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Time to show the world what a lucky girl you are in this darling little shirt that's just perfect with a pair of jeans, or as a topper to one of our skirts. And as we always recommend, all Middy pieces can be dressed up with seasonal boots or heels, or made more casual with flats, sandals or tennies. We assure you that any way you wear her, you'll be smashing!
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Archer's Butchers in Norwich named best in the country
PUBLISHED: 16:48 25 May 2018 | UPDATED: 16:48 25 May 2018
Butchery wins big at the Meat Management Industry Awards.
Archer's Butchers from Norwich has been named Britain's Best Butcher Shop 2018 at the Meat Management Industry Awards. The Archer's team received its award at a ceremony in Birmingham on Thursday, May 24.
The awards recognise and reward standout people, products, organisations and companies in the UK meat industry; celebrating the best the sector has to offer: from sausages to machinery suppliers.
The Britain's Best Butcher's Shop category is open to independent retail butchers, who can nominate themselves or be nominated by a Meat Management Magazine reader. Secret visits to shops then take place and finalists receive visits from expert judges before a final decision is made.
Archer's Butchers, located on Plumstead Road in Norwich, is owned by Jamie Archer, grandson of Jack Archer who founded the business on Norwich Market in 1929.
"Judges have a long check-list when assessing butchers shortlisted for the Britain's Best Butcher Shop title," says Jamie. "They look at every element of the business including our external signage and branding, the skill level of our staff, the variety of products we offer, our customer service and, of course, the quality of our meat. It's a very thorough process so we're extremely proud to have won the award.
"Whilst we've diversified over the years and built a brand that I'm really proud of, the core of the business hasn't changed; it's built on relationships with farmers," continues Jamie. "These days we source each protein from one farm, meaning we can be 100% confident of animal welfare, quality and sustainability."
Archer's beef comes from William Almey, of Tavistock Farm in Antingham, all pork is from Tim Allen at South Creake, lamb is from Andrew Clarke of Bull Farm in Costessey, and free-range chicken is from Martin's Farm in Hindolveston.
Archer's employs 22 staff and trains apprentices to ensure that traditional butchery skills are passed on to young people.
Having the right facilities and technology is critical to Archer's success and sustainability. "We've invested more than £60,000 in our on-site kitchen where we create and our range of ready-meals," adds Jamie. "Later this summer we'll be launching our new e-commerce website so that customers can order online with the choice of click and collect or home delivery. Whilst many of our customers have been coming into the shop for years, it's vital that we find new ways to make the shopping experience as easy and engaging as possible."
Jamie Archer plays a key role in the Norfolk food and drink community. He is part of the organising committee of the Porkstock Food and Drink Festival which takes place on October 13, and also part of the team behind Battle of the Bangers which takes place on June 17.
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Who is Mukesh Kochar?
In his mid 40's, Mukesh Kochar operates from UAE, reports Pradip Kumar Maitra.india Updated: Feb 09, 2007, 18:06 IST
Mukesh Kochar, who spoke to WI all rounder, Marlon Samuels for making an attempt to fix the ODI match at Nagpur, is a known bookie. In his mid 40's, Mukesh operates from UAE.
A property dealer, he also deals with export-import business. According to Nagpur police, Mukesh contacted Samuels over a cell phone from Faridabad. A close confidant of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim, Kochar, originally belongs to DLF colony, Gudgaon.
It was said that Kochar was arrested for cricket batting at Mumbai 4 years ago. "I also heard about it," endorsed the Nagpur police commissioner, SPS Yadav.
It was a surprise for all that despite liaisons with a known bookie, which has a link with international criminals, like Dawood, why the city police failed to act against the WI cricketer, Samuels. Moreover, why the city police came with the facts only after the team left India for WI?
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motordriver.rotateWithID(MOTOR_CLOCKWISE, MOTORA);
motordriver.rotateWithID(MOTOR_ANTICLOCKWISE, MOTORA);
motordriver.rotateWithID(MOTOR_CLOCKWISE, MOTORB);
motordriver.rotateWithID(MOTOR_ANTICLOCKWISE, MOTORB);
These are all that are needed to control the motors individually. Combined with setspeed these can expand your usage!
So you could use something like below. I haven't used my arduino in a while so there will be paraphrasing and such but this is just the idea of usage I will try to get the commands correct.
this code will use a function to move the"car"forward at half speed for 5 seconds then stop for 5 seconds looping continuously.
You can of course add in your own sensors or variables to call the different functions at different times to make a car the reacts to it's environment (sonar) or follows a line (infrared), or both!
//code begin
void setup(){
int forwardspeed = 125;
void loop(){
delay(5000); //or a variable if you wish
void slowforward(){
setSpeed(125, MOTORA); //alternatively replace the 125 in this line with forwardspeed so you can control speed on the fly
motordriver.rotateWithID(MOTOR_CLOCKWISE, MOTORA);
void brake(){
//code end
I hope the reveal of these pieces of code (while not ground breaking) make the motor shield more accessible to all users so we can see what gets made. :)
Said video of this code working though i added a couple more functions so i could turn the front wheels, and also spun the rears in both directions.


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After paralysis, one man can feel again through robotic armListen
Scientists are sending signals from the brain to prosthetic limbs—and back to the brain.
In 2004, Nathan Copeland, who was 18, was driving home in the rain. Just two miles from his house, he lost control of his car and crashed. An injury to his spinal cord left him paralyzed from the neck down.
Today, Copeland needs assistance to eat and dress each day and he uses an electronic wheelchair that he operates with the limited mobility in his arms. His favorite hobbies are things he can do from his chair: video games, anime, and the role-playing card game Magic: The Gathering.
A few times a week for the past year and a half, Copeland has made the hour-long trip from his home in rural southwestern Pennsylvania to participate in research at the University of Pittsburgh. He makes the trek, even though the experiments probably won't ever change his own life.
"But eventually, down the road, it's really going to help all kinds of people," Copeland said. "It'll really improve their lives, even something as simple as being able to feed yourself can really make a life better."
Surgeons placed four implants in Copeland's head that send signals to his nerves. Each implant is about one-inch square with a hundred tiny hair-like probes sunk into his brain, attached to individual brain cells. Two devices sit in the part of the brain that controls movement. Two others are in the section that processes sensation.
It's hard to see the implants through his thick, brown hair, but two metal bolts protrude out of Copeland's head. Each time he visits the bioengineering lab, researchers link his brain to a robotic arm by plugging clunky gray cables into the bolts.
These implants make Copeland one of the first humans ever to "feel" something he's not actually touching.
"There's about four or five different sensations I can feel. The most common is a pressure or a tingling," he said. "Sometimes it's like warm. There's one that's really weird and hard to describe, I just call it spidey sense."
At the White House Frontiers Conference, a showcase for cutting-edge scientific research and technology, Copeland used the robotic hand to fist bump President Obama.
"Think about this. He hasn't been able to use his arms or legs for over a decade but now he can once again feel the touch of another person," Obama said during his 2016 conference/keynote address in Pittsburgh.
"That's what science does. That's what American innovation can do," Obama said. "Imagine the breakthroughs that are around the corner. Imagine what's possible for Nathan if we keep on pushing the boundaries."
There are still major hurdles to jump over before this technology can go into clinical trials. The most obvious one is those large clunky cables sticking out of Copeland's head.
"That's not a solution," said Pitt biomedical researcher Rob Gaunt. "This is a temporary thing that we need to do this research right now, but that has got to go away. We can't send people home with those things."
Gaunt said, ideally, the technology will eventually work without wires. There are several research institutions and private companies working on the problem.
"There's actually a lot of optimism that within a couple of years these devices really will achieve that wireless capability," Gaunt said. "But these are hard problems. These are the types of things that have never been done before, in terms of putting wireless devices in the human body."
Gaunt said it could be as many as 10 years before the team is ready for a clinical trial to test the technology on a larger group of people.
Michael Boninger, who heads the human engineering lab, takes an even longer view. He envisions Pitts' bioengineering advances being used in concert with biological innovations in the field of stem cell research.
"Do I think we'll have full recovery in a hundred years? The answer is, yes, I completely believe that," Boninger said. "I'm not going to be the person who's working on that, but I'm hoping that they'll build off of what we've done here at the University of Pittsburgh."


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I didn't know Tena McNeely, but her story has really touched my heart. A friend of mine told me about these unhappy circumstances over the weekend and the moment I heard about these cats, I knew I needed to do whatever I could to help them find homes.
Forty nine year old McNeely was beaten to death in her home on January 3rd. She was an animal rescuer, who had taken in a dog and a group of cats that no one else would care for. In times like we're having right now in this country, with so many pet abandonments, these people are gold. In every news article I've read about McNeely, it's mentioned how much she loved her pets.
As a cat rescuer myself, it's hard for me to imagine McNeely resting easily, knowing that some of her beloved pets have not yet found homes. They'd probably be euthanized by now, but McNeely's vet graciously took the animals in, knowing how much McNeely loved them. It's been two months and ten of those cats still do not have homes.
They were beloved pets once and they deserve to be beloved pets again. The vet who is keeping them is growing desperate to place them.
For more information about these cats, call Dr. Kathy Belcher of East Shelbyville (Kentucky) Animal Clinic at 502-633-2061.
Here are their pictures and names:
If you live in Kentucky or in a neighboring state, or if you know someone who does, will you please consider these beautiful cats? If you can't take any of them in, maybe you know someone who might? Please pass the story on.
Anything you can do to turn this very sad story around for these cats would be appreciated. They lost all the love in their lives because of a cruel and brutal act and are now at the whim of harsh reality. They need your help.
If one of you does adopt one of these cats, let me know. I'll send you a happy kitty adoption gift. Even better, you will have a wonderful new friend who will return all the love you give with interest.


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This is a little book that encapsulates my current thinking for how best to write and maintain CSS codebases for rapidly changing, long-lived web projects.
- There is no framework to download.
- There are no requisite tools (although there are opinionated guidelines for what tooling should provide).
- Nothing is written for you.
Put metaphorically, 'Enduring CSS' is not giving you fish; it's teaching you how to fish.
It's a methodology for writing CSS that once implemented, will provide your project with a predictable, and easy to maintain CSS codebase.
The earliest iterations of Enduring CSS were first documented in the blog post, Enduring CSS: writing style sheets for rapidly changing, long-lived projects.
However, the ECSS approach has developed a little since then and so this book should be considered the canonical resource on the approach.
I hope you enjoy reading it.
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Here's Ginger!
Ginger is a classic spunky Pembroke Princess. She's not overly pushy, but needs someone who understands how to work with Royalty! She's a happy, playful little thing (only 16 pounds) who adores cuddling and being in charge of other adoring corgis.
She's looking for her forever home and will be posted on the ForPaws Corgi Rescue website shortly. Currently she's in foster care in northwestern Minnesota, but will be happy to fly to her new home if necessary. If you know anyone who'd love a 4-y/o mini Princess, Ginger's your girl!


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"Today, though, I want to talk about the pop-cultural root of all evil and aggression, which is not Scattergories, not Grand Theft Auto, not the music of The Screwed Up Click. It is the insidious, grudge-fueling, wrath-provoking waste of four hours that is the Parker Brothers classic Monopoly. The evil is right there in the title! Would you play a game called Anti-Trust? In which your goal was to drive up the price of gas and force everyone to take public transit? I say ye nay. We as a people have agreed for some insane reason to sit down with our families and try to drive them out of their homes. The republic is built on the sacred bond between citizen and property, and this game is about taking it away! How un-American is that? I mean, you might as well drive that little pewter car over the little pewter dog!"
Who Is Sexier: Rachel Maddow or John Stewart?
I just can't decide. The two of them together, though…now that's HOT!
Everything is Amazing Right Now and Nobody's Happy.
Louis C.K., like any great comedian, tells the truth but makes it funny enough for you not to despair. Thanks to Bill for posting after Kate pointed out Merlin's post to him (there, is that enough credit?).
More Loius C.K.
- Having Kids: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACMb-xTax-o
- On Gay Marriage: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPvVnrV1tow
It Makes Me Laugh and Laugh and Laugh
I was sent this link years ago and remember sharing it with my co-worker Steve. We laughed so hard it started to hurt and my face got all crampy. I tracked them down again and still find them very funny. You've really got to start at the first card and just keep going.
Some of these look frighteningly familiar to me from being raised in a house that was occasionally invaded by the bad vibes and self loathing that is Weight Watchers. Like the Italian Chicken. Yup. Pretty sure we ate that from time to time.
Well, enjoy these vintage Weight Watchers recipe cards from 1974.
Jon Stewart Concerened About Cheney's Pants
Yes, it's true: the Vice President is having a problem with his pants and Jon Stewart ("The Daily Show) is worried about him.
Yesterday, in addition to the sound (and hilarious) spanking given pro-war stooge Stephen F. Hayes, author of the book, ?The Connection : How al Qaeda's Collaboration with Saddam Hussein Has Endangered America,? Jon showed some truly heartfelt concern for the Vice President's pants.


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NGC 1909 Witches head
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Second outing for the Canon 200mm EF lens
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As others have mentioned, processing this target is quite challenging. Framing is also a little more of an issue as very little nebulosity is visible on the individual subs.
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Chris Cuomo slams Trump's retweet of Pelosi/Schumer pic: 'Pathetic'
CNN's Chris Cuomo had some harsh words for President Trump Monday night. Earlier in the day, the president retweeted a doctored picture of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi wearing traditional Muslim clothing standing in front of an Iranian flag. Cuomo believes Trump was trying to send a clear message to his supporters.


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To put it simply, Metal Gear Survive should not exist. Before evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of the title, one must first address the point of its existence in the first place. The Metal Gear series is famous for its stealth mechanics and intriguing story about the changing landscapes of technology in our world, topped off with deep, nuanced and nostalgic characters, like Big Boss and Solid Snake. Metal Gear Survive is none of this.
Metal Gear Survive lives and dies by the sword, in the sense that its shift to an action based survival experience is brave, but feels unnecessary after a few hours with it. Metal Gear Survive takes place just after the events of Metal Gear V: Ground Zeroes' Mother Base attack, as we see Big Boss narrowly escape. Playing as a custom created leftover soldier on Mother Base, you experience the remains of the attack being sucked up into a mysterious portal, which you also narrowly avoid. Soon after, you are told you must venture into this void to the parallel world of Dite, to rescue and extract and special ops team stranded there, while looking for a cure to the virus that has also infected you. To reveal anything else would be a spoiler, but unfortunately what follows descends into a barely understandable pool of insanity which holds little resonance and ultimately payoff, when being compared to the powerhouse stories seen in previous instalments.
Metal Gear Survive then relies solely on its mechanics, aptly based around survival. Your character will experience hunger, thirst, oxygen shortages and fatigue as you endure the dangers of Dite, doing anything you can to survive the mysterious crystal-headed inhabitants known as Wanderers. You must craft weapons, hunt for food and gather resources in order to upgrade and fortify your central base. The game doesn't present its audience with difficult mechanics, which control almost identically to those of both Ground Zeroes and The Phantom Pain. Instead, the dense and convoluted tutorials make the game feel unnecessarily complex and presented to you in such rapid succession that you'll soon forget how or why you need to fortify your base in the first place.
Micromanagement further crushes the experience, hitting you over the head every chance it gets in order to remind you that this is indeed a survival game. The most frustrating issue here is that you never seem to have enough resources to compensate for the damage taken or energy used during combat. This uneven balance means you spend too much time hunting and gathering, and less time combating enemies, simply because they're easier to avoid. While this may seem realistic to some, nothing else about this game screams realism, so the game unfortunately becomes a confusing and monotonous experience all too quickly.
Base building is also complex and frustrating thanks to the same micromanagement mechanics. Sifting through abandoned buildings for various materials allows you to craft both new weapons and stronger fortifications for you base, and thus a nasty chain of events conspires. All the running around you do makes you thirsty, which then makes you slower, limiting your stamina. Topping that bar up by drinking water is a great solution, but thanks to an ever depleting amount of supplies, eventually you'll have no water left, so sprinting isn't an option, forcing you to move slowly about the world, trying to reserve as much stamina as possible.
While exploring, you can use Wormhole Transporters which serve as a fast travel system. But the issue here is that while they take a while to prepare, you'll also draw large amounts of Wanderers to your location, forcing you to fortify your location for the required time. While these sections can be admittedly fun, as getting things ready for the onslaught of enemies on their way gives you a rush, you'll have no choice but to use some resources that you would have wanted to take back to your base to use there instead. All the mechanics link up, just not in a good way.
Thankfully, most if not all of the combat mechanics are ripped directly from Ground Zeroes and The Phantom Pain, both great games with great controls. But as both those games are based primarily around stealth, every movement felt planned, deliberate and important, making the slightly stiff controls forgivable. In Metal Gear Survive, the same controls don't fit as well. Here, the need to react quickly makes movements appear all the more stiff and robotic. While ballistic weapons also make a return and the gunplay is marginally functional, you'll find that they make too much noise and attract unwanted attention, which is admittedly fine, being a survival game. But needing to resort to melee weapons becomes an issue onto itself, as repetitive moves drain your stamina too quickly, leaving you to unfairly manipulate the game to your advantage. As the Wanderers are the main enemies of the game, they are slow and calculated lacking any sense of challenge. While they become more agile and dangerous later on, nothing ever felt too difficult.
Thankfully along with your base, weapons are upgradeable. While you'll need to discover recipes for them out in the dust (unexplored parts of the map), the Wanderers leave Kuban energy, which acts like the game's currency, which you can then use to craft and upgrade new weapons and equipment. These upgrades allow for some cool new moves and abilities, but while the Wanderers present little challenge in the first place, it doesn't feel necessary.
Last but not least, Metal Gear Survive allows online cooperative play, and micromanagement is a little more forgiving here thanks to sharing items between friends, as you can take resources gained here back to the single player campaign. However, the same mechanical flaws create many problems here as they do in the single player campaign.
Metal Gear Survive attempts to steer the franchise in a new direction, but thanks to repetitive and monotonous gameplay paired with overly difficult micromanagement mechanics, the experience ends up an unnecessarily frustrating mess of action and survival. While Metal Gear Survive isn't horrendous in any way, nothing about it feels importantly tied to previous Metal Gear titles in any memorable way, leaving the experience feeling like a rushed and overly complex game that's trying to make a quick buck as a distant relative of a series of games we have loved so much.
Score: 5.5 out of 10
Highlights: Functional gunplay, occasional tense and fun moments
Lowlights: Nonsensical story, overly frustrating micromanagement mechanics.
Developer: Konami, Konami Digital Entertainment
Publisher: Konami
Available: Now
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Windows PC
Reviewed on PlayStation 4 with retail code provided by the publisher.


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As Indonesian death toll surges, reporter describes Palu's 'strong' community spirit
The chances of finding survivors this late in the rescue effort are 'slim,' says the BBC's Rebecca Henschke
First there was an earthquake. Then came the water — a deadly, six-metre tall tsunami that smashed onto land.
Survivors on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi are dealing with the devastation left behind by the massive 7.5 magnitude earthquake that hit the island on Friday.
The official death toll is over 800. But that number is likely to rise over 1,000. Officials have been burying the dead in mass graves and aid workers are in a race against time to rescue survivors from the rubble.
BBC Indonesia editor Rebecca Henschke is on the ground in Palu, which was hit by the tsunami. As It Happens host Carol Off spoke to Henschke about the rescue effort and how people are coping.
Here is part of their conversation.
Rebecca, can you describe what you are able to see in Palu right now?
At the moment, I'm standing on one of the main roads heading into the worst effected area. You might hear in the background the sound of heavy trucks coming in. They are carrying excavators into the area. These have been much-needed in the recent days.
The people have been digging through the rubble with their bare hands because there hasn't been this heavy building equipment to try to rescue survivors and also to find bodies in the rubble of houses that were destroyed by that powerful quake on Friday and then also washed away by that tsunami that was triggered by it.
Do they still believe that they can recover people alive or is this a recovery operation at this point?
There have been some rescue attempts in the last 48 hours that have been successful. In one place, in particular, in a hotel, an eight storey hotel, that collapsed.
The hotel owner was saying yesterday that he was still hearing people yelling out for help underneath rubble but he wasn't able to reach them. They did manage to rescue more than 24 people though, using their hands, from that hotel. But as the days continue, the hopes of finding people alive, I would have to say, are now slim.
Office for the last few days. pic.twitter.com/dxFAGhVp4e—@rebeccahenschke
You have been able to get to the hospitals to see what is happening there. Tell us what's going on there.
We've been to some of the small medical clinics around Palu. The situation today is very bleak. There's no power to the entire town so hospitals and medical clinics can't do complicated operations. They are running out of medical supplies and in most of them, the ones that we have been to, there's rows of bodies in plastic bags.
In one that we went to there was a young girl, a five-year-old girl, that they had found alone. She had a broken leg and was crying out in pain on a stretcher, not far from the body bags. She could remember her name but she didn't know where she lived or where her parents were. So the hospital was trying to look after her and will have to try to find some relatives for her.
Are people able to get treated? Are there enough beds? Is there enough accommodation for those who need assistance?
No, there isn't. Doctors say they are really struggling to treat any of the injured. They are running out of basic medical supplies. They don't have enough medical teams to deal with the injured. The main hospital in Palu was badly damaged in the quake. S,o from the moment that it hit on Friday they were having to set up tents outside that hospital to treat people.
Most people are continuing to sleep outside even if they have a house to go to because of these constant aftershocks that we are almost feeling regularly here. People are very frightened and they also being told to sleep out in the open. So injured people are also being treated that way.
In Poso, a four hour drive from Palu, supplies are running out. State owned Petrol stations have closed as they have run dry. People are cueing up at road side stalls buying petrol in bottles to take into the affect area and to find missing love ones. pic.twitter.com/a3PLebS8JX—@rebeccahenschke
Is there also aid arriving? Are people getting the supplies they need at this point?
People that I've been speaking to say that no they are not receiving the aid that they need. Rescue workers are entering the area. President Joko Widodo has visited. He is promising more food and water aid today. We haven't seen that on the ground where we have been.
The local government has set up different points around the city that have sort have become evacuation areas of tent cities, mainly where women and children are staying. And there, there are communal kitchens. People are sharing food. There are places where people can get the water that is available to have a bath. The sense of community spirit here is very strong. People have been offering us free food, water, whatever they have, throughout the day. Hotels are opening their doors freely for people to come in and use what facilities they have.
But in terms of an organized aid operation, there's nothing like that here now, and some of the big international aid agencies are struggling still to get into the area because of landslides blocking roads.
Some people are trying to get around with ships. We understand that some boats carrying aid will arrive tomorrow that hopefully relieve the situation because desperate people have been looting shops here. So all the small supermarkets here, most of their stock has been emptied out. People are taking matters into their own hands.
Written by Katie Geleff and John McGill. Produced by Katie Geleff. Q&A has been edited for length and clarity.


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At this time of year, nothing could be further from your mind than the festivities of Christmas. However, if it's your responsibility to plan the office Christmas party and you want it to be a night to remember, you need to start making plans as the best venues fill up quickly.
Why plan so early?
You might be thinking that nobody will even take Christmas party bookings at this time of year, but you are wrong, many companies book their Christmas parties in January to make sure they secure the best locations. Venues will start to get booked up, as other businesses try to win the race to book the best places. It might seem crazy if you're used to not thinking about such events until they are on the horizon, but trust us when we say that it will save you a whole lot of stress and last minute panic later in the year. Once you have booked, you can simply relax and look forward to the event.
Get some feedback from last year
Before booking for 2016, why not find out what people did or did not like about last years' party. If you are going to top it this year, it's important that you have a full understanding of what worked or didn't work at the last event.
Think about budget
The size of your budget will have a huge impact on the type of party you organise, this will determine everything from the food, to the alcohol, to entertainment and choice of venue. If employees are paying themselves, they will not be prepared to pay out excessive amounts for one evening, but if you do go for a more expensive choice, you could give them the option to pay in monthly instalments. Allocate the budget dependent on what is most important to your group and the expectations they have.
Securing a date
You can start your planning by thinking about suitable date options. The date will partly depend on venue availability, but consider work schedules too, you don't want to plan your office Christmas party just as staff need to work overtime or close a crucial deal. Typically, Thursday and Friday nights tend to be most popular. Week night parties tend to be more cost effective, but consider if this will suit your business when the party goers are unlikely to be fit for work the next day! Some companies even organise Christmas parties in January if Christmas is a particularly busy season for them; this is a great way to kick start the new year. If you work in a small office, you could send date options to your colleagues for feedback, but will never suit everybody, so go with the majority.
Find the right venue
The next step is to search for a venue, a great Christmas party venue can be more difficult to find than you think. Firstly, you need to make a decision if you would prefer to join a shared party night with other companies, this is ideal if your numbers are smaller but you want the atmosphere of a large event. If your numbers are larger, you may want a bespoke party for your group, this will of course involve a lot more organising such as researching suppliers for activities and theming. The venue needs to have the right capacity for the number of employees you have and if you are intending to invite partners you will need double the capacity.
A great reputation for food and drink may be important to you and you will need to make a decision whether you want to opt for a buffet or a formal sit down meal. Think about the type of entertainment your employees may like too – are they into pulling crackers, wearing silly hats and telling party jokes, or would they prefer a more sophisticated event?
You will need to consider if the venue is in a convenient location for everyone to get to, such as close to a major City and good transport links or close to your place of work. Accommodation can also be very useful, so that the guests don't have to worry about finding taxis, whilst parking can be useful for those who are intending to drive home. Select a venue where there are hotels within walking distance, or even book a party in a hotel to make it really easy.
You could find an events company to do all the hard work for you. Why not contact Pandora Events; they can make finding your party venue easy by offering a free venue and accommodation finding service. You simply confirm a budget, location, date options, the number of people and type of event you want. Pandora Events will do all the hard work, searching for venues and hotel accommodation, then propose options to suit you. If you want to arrange a bespoke private function, they can even help by taking bookings and coming up with entertainment and theming ideas.
Leave the details until later
It is not important at this stage to have every element of the party in place. As long as you have a suitable venue and date booked then everything else can be organised later – it is the venues which get booked up quickly. Most good venues will give you the option of an inclusive catering and entertainment package anyway, so it can quite easily all be done in one. Once you have secured a date, tell people about it so that they can save the date and you can ensure a better turnout.
Whatever you do, don't leave it too late to start your planning – your staff have no doubt been working hard this year and they deserve a fantastic Christmas party to let their hair down!


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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post989824642106811397..comments2020-10-28T01:50:43.438-04:00Comments on Tanvii.com - Indian Fashion, Lifestyle and Travel Blog: How to Make The Most of Your Time?Tanvihttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-7865120181464240522018-08-27T20:52:11.629-04:002018-08-27T20:52:11.629-04:00Great tips here. Much of them I learned in design ...Great tips here. Much of them I learned in design school. This school I went to was very strict, but it really taught you how to manage your time.

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www.allienyc.comALLIE NYChttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-28976453456111995262018-03-09T09:41:11.535-05:002018-03-09T09:41:11.535-05:00I am a total list maker too! I love that you inclu...I am a total list maker too! I love that you included delegating also - hard to do but so important Lindsayhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-57512764369704620542018-03-07T06:06:23.896-05:002018-03-07T06:06:23.896-05:00I'm currently using my down time. I found that...I'm currently using my down time. I found that I helps to always utilize that idle time instead of stressing about things I can't change. Great article.Lebogang Xolohttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-61803921261847935282018-03-06T10:28:25.181-05:002018-03-06T10:28:25.181-05:00Love all of these tips- could definitely use these...Love all of these tips- could definitely use these as a reminder!Emilyhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-87143046072866087192018-03-05T20:41:31.651-05:002018-03-05T20:41:31.651-05:00Great tips. Getting a complete and good sleep is w...Great tips. Getting a complete and good sleep is what I needed right now because of my busy schedule. Anonymoushttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-36578563570176193872018-03-05T13:11:30.029-05:002018-03-05T13:11:30.029-05:00Loving these tips.. but one thing I need the most ...Loving these tips.. but one thing I need the most is to be in bed at 9:30 pm so I'll able to sleep by 10 pm. We need this because this is the time our body repairs itself.
From: Calleigh KJaehttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-15865759124383270832018-03-05T08:18:22.805-05:002018-03-05T08:18:22.805-05:00Need to listen and take note of all of this!!!! Th...Need to listen and take note of all of this!!!! Thank you for sharing.

xo Laura Leigh
www.louellareese.com Laura Leighhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-34852088694702637952018-03-05T04:06:54.879-05:002018-03-05T04:06:54.879-05:00I used to have all these "innate" time m...I used to have all these "innate" time management skills! then I became a mom, and everything changed. When you make your list, you know that according to your possibilities you can do 5 or 6 things that day. But with young children you really don't know. They weak up with a fever, or the babysitter calls out at the last minute. Or you plan to take the bus but your child won't walk to the bus station fast enough or make a meltdown and you miss the bus/train. You are good to to reschedule and cancel a few things. Everything has to be done at "children pace" and if you don't actually change the mindset you end up very frustrated. So I think after 6 years of being a full-time mom I have successfully changed my mind set on time management.Natalia Ahttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-22403432847596171252018-03-04T20:05:16.491-05:002018-03-04T20:05:16.491-05:00Getting sleep! YES! Haha! That's the one I hav...Getting sleep! YES! Haha! That's the one I have the hardest time with. Love this post though!Stephaniehttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-15607725770164364222018-03-04T18:14:34.490-05:002018-03-04T18:14:34.490-05:00Such great time management tips! Making lists are ...Such great time management tips! Making lists are a must for me!

xoxo,
KimKimhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-83947383427202470372018-03-04T17:25:43.804-05:002018-03-04T17:25:43.804-05:00The sleep thing is hard for me. There's just s...The sleep thing is hard for me. There's just still always so much to do at the end of the day. But I know I need to be better about just stopping and leaving things for the next day. Also I'm the worst at multi-tasking. I know I need to not do it and focus.Anonymoushttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-31708371153908362072018-03-04T15:44:39.447-05:002018-03-04T15:44:39.447-05:00Great tips. Time Management is something that I of...Great tips. Time Management is something that I often fail at. #2 is really important to me- i used to believe that multitasking was the way to go. But it lead me to half-completed and not putting my effort 100%. Being present is important. Anonymoushttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-43374070588087392302018-03-04T13:15:11.351-05:002018-03-04T13:15:11.351-05:00Love these tips! For me it all starts with a good ...Love these tips! For me it all starts with a good night's sleep -- I can't function without it.roxyturtlehttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-27706445532412060742018-03-04T12:51:24.926-05:002018-03-04T12:51:24.926-05:00I feel like 1, 2 and 3 really go hand in hand toge...I feel like 1, 2 and 3 really go hand in hand together. The first two helps concentration that leads to thinking about long-term planning. This is an excellent read to start the week!Esme Syhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-47387449091720620012018-03-04T11:47:21.189-05:002018-03-04T11:47:21.189-05:00My work is linked to the technology and somehow I ...My work is linked to the technology and somehow I always get distractions which make it difficult for me to continue my work. I think I should perhaps try your methods to see if works!Anonymoushttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-46550999791425248422018-03-04T09:03:12.781-05:002018-03-04T09:03:12.781-05:00Delegation is something I have become way better a...Delegation is something I have become way better at! It has totally maximized my time!! Disconnecting and sleep are also huge!! Great post!Ruthie Ridleyhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-35511700400034081602018-03-04T05:05:05.113-05:002018-03-04T05:05:05.113-05:00That is so useful! i often feel like I could save ...That is so useful! i often feel like I could save some time here there and secretly dream of extra hours a dayLyosha Varezhkinahttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-23383700600255099672018-03-04T01:00:23.885-05:002018-03-04T01:00:23.885-05:00This is me to a tee. I do however multi-task.I wo...This is me to a tee. I do however multi-task.I would never get things done if I didn't. But im a laser focused when doing so I think each is done well. I do feel burnt out sometimes thoughChing Almazanhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-72461771786773071942018-03-03T20:38:24.009-05:002018-03-03T20:38:24.009-05:00Time management is something I'm struggling wi...Time management is something I'm struggling with at the moment. I think writing everything down would help me a lot! Anonymoushttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-15700682944143877872018-03-03T19:50:31.310-05:002018-03-03T19:50:31.310-05:00funny I should come upon this post today about Tim...funny I should come upon this post today about Time. We happened to go to a watch and clock shop in Gettysburg(PA) earlier today. It was like stepping back in time, with not a single digital I found, but old-time face watches and clocks all over! These tips are great about time.jillhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-61022788084397267302018-03-03T11:54:19.523-05:002018-03-03T11:54:19.523-05:00Thanks for the awesome tips! I am always looking f...Thanks for the awesome tips! I am always looking for better ways to manage my time!coolcalmandcorrettahttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-71394097747605346802018-03-03T11:47:19.678-05:002018-03-03T11:47:19.678-05:00Time Management comes naturally me due to my jobs ...Time Management comes naturally me due to my jobs prior to blogging! This is great.Anna E. Foxhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-58920050487995299102018-03-03T10:31:01.780-05:002018-03-03T10:31:01.780-05:00This is great advice Tanvi. I really like the info...This is great advice Tanvi. I really like the infographic too it's great to have a plan of action! Elizabeth email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-85467310535676923212018-03-03T09:53:52.122-05:002018-03-03T09:53:52.122-05:00I love this list! I need to disconnect sometimes. ...I love this list! I need to disconnect sometimes. Hard as a blogger! Im trying to read more. Harmony, Momma To Gohttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6187778413096202298.post-56809830405427116542018-03-03T07:52:37.630-05:002018-03-03T07:52:37.630-05:00List is just so important, we love to track so man...List is just so important, we love to track so many things using excel spreasheets, feels like your mind is clutter free nowEmpowerAndHelphttps://email@example.com


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The roof at this house leaked badly and water infiltrated the walls, ending up on the hardwood floors. An insurance restoration company contacted us to replace this site finished floor with a new floor, stained the match the old.
The old floor was completely removed and disposed of, and replace with the exact same unfinished red oak floor. The floor was then sanded, stained and finished. The stain used here was Duraseal Coffee Brown and the finish used was Poloplaz 1K, a water borne polyurethane in matte finish.


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From our Secret Food Tours in Tokyo, you will get to savor many different types of culinary delights, that showcase locals' most loved foods.
- The tour begins with walking the busy local street under the train tracks. We will visit one of the most popular sushi shops and enjoy some freshly made sushi.
- Then, we will take you to one of the most renowned meat shops where you taste our local version of a Meat Croquette - a popular & delicious snack for locals.
- Stroll along the busy street with local food stalls selling a variety of Japanese foods. We stop by a traditional Japanese tea house to taste a cup of Japanese green tea for a palate refresher.
- We proceed and pass by an old traditional shop (established over 300 years ago) selling preserved pickles with homemade recipes.
- To help digest and make room for more samples, we will stroll in Ueno Park. Here we get a glimpse of historic temples and shrines. Ueno Park, now the most popular city park and cultural hub of Japan, is "the Remains of the Days" of Edo, Samurai's old Tokyo.
- Next up we visit a popular Gyoza shop to taste our local and beloved fried dumplings.
- We will continue on and try the famous local Yakitori (skewers) served with a glass of draft beer. This is the most common place for local Japanese to get together for a drink after work.
- As an ending to the tour we have a refreshing taste of seasonal fruit for dessert.
- And of course, there's our delicious Secret Dish.
If you choose our upgraded drink package:
- One glass of Japanese Draft Beer served with Gyoza
- One glass of traditional Japanese sake to be served at the secret place
Please note that the itinerary is subject to change, based on the locations availability and weather
Why the Ueno District?
Located north-east of the heart of Tokyo, Ueno has been a perfect destination for those who desire good food and cultural exploration. What makes Ueno distinctively unique is its dynamic blend of contrasts; chaos and serenity, urban development and natural beauty, modernity and tradition, common touch and nobility.
Ueno Park is located on what was once the grounds of the largest, most prestigious temple in Edo (old Tokyo), from the 17th to 19th century. It is one of the most beloved cherry-blossom viewing spots in Tokyo. Local Japanese and tourists flock together for shopping and eating at its nearby district Ameyoko, where you will find a countless number of unique bars and dining places.
While tasting the foods and enjoying the atmosphere of the area, you will find yourself becoming welcomed as a local in this friendly community.
How to book a tour with us
Hi Foodies - These tours are currently only running for private groups, please contact us for more info
*Please note if you are using a special promo code then enter it in the "Voucher Code" section before you select the amount of tickets you would like to purchase*
It's easy! You can book tickets online here. We begin our tours at 11 a.m. We will send you the meeting place details before the day of the tour. Our culinary tour lasts for 3 to 3 ½ hours and each one involves some walking so be sure to bring comfortable footwear. Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs. And don't forget to bring a camera! You will want to remember these great places for when you come back to Tokyo!


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Mothers Protest Kiddie Fight Club
CHICAGO (CN) – Employees of an afterschool program forced little kids to fight and videotaped the fights on cell phones, two mothers claim in court.
The mothers sued Kidz Express, its president Duane Ehresman, executive director Douglas Lowe, and their employees Octavia Dillon and Rajai Moore, in Cook County Court.
Dillon and Moore forced the kids to fight and filmed it at Kidz Express, an afterschool program on the West Side of Chicago, the mothers say in the complaint.
Antoinette Chambers sued on behalf of her three children, who at the time were 7, 6, and 5 years old, and Share Bryant for her 7-year-old.
Dillon and Moore "forced and required the minor plaintiff children, Melanie Currin, Keith Currin, Kale Currin and Asharee West, to engage in fighting amongst themselves and others, including the defendant Rajai Moore's sister, India Moore and his brother, Keith Moore," the complaint states.
This was on Oct. 13 and 14, 2011, according to the complaint.
"During the course of said fighting, the defendants, Octavia Dillon and Rajai Moore, made videos of the fighting using a cell phone," the complaint states.
"The said minor plaintiffs, Melanie Currin, Keith Currin, Kale Currin and Asharee West, were of tender years and unable to resist or decline in the adult directions, orders and requirements to engage in such conduct.
"The defendants, Octavia Dillon and Rajai Moore, intentionally directed, ordered and required that the minor plaintiff children in their care and protection be battered and batter others in a willful and wanton battery committed on each other's persons.
"The defendants, Duane Ehresman, individually and as president of Kidz Express, NFP, and Douglas Lowe, individually and as executive director of Kidz Express, failed to supervise and control the actions of their agents, servants and employees, Octavia Dillon and Rajai Moore, which allowed them to engage in the wrongful conduct set forth herein.
"As a direct and proximate result of the one or more of the above wrongful acts by defendants, Kidz Express, Duane Ehresman, individually and as president of Kidz Express, Douglas Lowe, individually and as executive director of Kidz Express, Octavia Dillon and Rajai Moore, individually and as agents, servants and employees of Kidz Express, the said minors experienced past and future pain and suffering, past and future disability, past and future emotional distress, past and future healthcare expenses, and other loses flowing from this occurrence."
The mothers also accuse the company of failing to do an adequate background check on their employees.
"The said defendants, knowing that the people hired to work with and mentor the participants in the afternoon, after-school program, would be dealing with children of tender years and therefore needed to be vetted so that nothing in their prior history or conduct would make it inappropriate for them to be left alone with the children that they would be in charge of.
"Contrary to the duty to properly vet and hire appropriate personnel, the said defendants hired Octavia Dillon and Rajai Moore, whose background of activity and conduct made them inappropriate individuals to be left in charge of children of tender years," the complaint states.
The mothers seek more than $300,000 for battery, negligent hiring, negligent supervision, negligence, emotional distress, and willful and wanton conduct.
They are represented by David Selig with Sussman, Selig & Ross.


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