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Lives in the city of Paulínia, Sao Paulo State, son of Francis and Angela Cardoso
Mantovani. It is a family with Italian origins, most precisely from the cities of Verona and Mantova.Married to Sandra Matias Mantovani, having a daughter from this matrimonial union named Gabrielle Matias Mantovani. Marcos has 11 art works, being some
with biblical themes exposed at the Evangelical Assembly of God Church in Paulinia, also being a member of the Church.
Marcos has completed courses for fine arts and sculpture with Professor Itamar Ayres de Moraes in Campinas, Sao Paulo, has met Michel
Chelala and Jiselda Oliveira in 2008 in Expoart Paulinia and thus received the invitation to participate in events ABACH (An art Brazilian association).
The artist has participated in several exhibitions in Brazil and abroad like: Buenos Aires in Argentina,
Santiago in Chile, Espoleto and Rome in Italy, having works awarded with gold medals, silver and bronze, as well as awards for distinguished work.
Marcos has been a Commander of Arts of Rio de Janeiro by ABLA, which is a member, along with Sandra Goraieb,
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Amazing medicinal values of brinjal (egg plant)
Brinjal ('baigan' in Hindi) is a common vegetable in India. But this common and afforable vegetable is rich in iodine, potassium, fibre and various anti-oxidants and phytonutrients. Brinjal has high medicinal values due to the resence of these chemicals. This article discusses the medicinal values of brinjal.
Brinjal is known as 'king of vegetables'. In Hindi, brinjal is known as 'baigan'. This vegetable is very high on various nutrients. It should be consumed by all regularly because of its content of iodine, iron, fibre, potassium, vitamin B6 and other nutrients. In this article, we will discuss some of the medicinal properties of brinjal.
Brinjal helps in preventing cancer Brinjal contains high level of fibre and anti-oxidants. So, if brinjal is consumed on a regular basis, it protects human body cells from free radicals which damage the cells. Moreover, the anti-carcinogenic activities of brinjal resist the growth of malignant cells.
Brinjal lowers cholesterol level Brinjal contains chlorogenic acid which is a powerful anti-oxidant. It lowers cholesterol level in body. Brinjal also contains fibre which increases the absorption of cholesterol by the liver.
It prevents heart diseases Brinjal is rich in fiber, potassium, vitamin B6 and various phytonutrients like favonoids. So, brinjal lowers the risk of heart diseases. The anti-oxidants present in brinjal keep the arteries in proper health and minimize the chance of heart attack.
Brinjal controls blood pressure Brinjal contains potassium. Potassium plays an important role in maintaining the electrolyte balance of the body and neutralizing the effect of sodium. So, it helps in controlling blood pressure.
It is good for diabetes patients Brinjals are low in carbohydrate and high in fibre content. So, brinjal helps in maintaining/controlling blood sugar (glucose) levels in human body. Diabetes patients must include brinjal in their diet.
Brinjal is good for brain It can help preventing brain damage as it contains phytonutrients which can protect cell membranes. These phytonutrients can boost memories an help in transferring messages from brain to other parts of the body.
It gives the skin a glowing effect As already stated, brinjal contains anti-oxidants which protect the skin from free radicals. In addition, the high water content in brinjal helps flushing out of toxins from body giving the skin a natural glow.
Brinjal helps to quit smokingBrinjal also contain traces of nicotine. The presence of nicotine in brinjal helps people (who regularly consume brinjals) to quit the habit of smoking.
It is great for weight loss Brinjal is low in calorie content. One hundred gram of brinjals contain only twenty five calories. So, it helps controlling the weight. Moreover, the presence of fibre give a feeling of satiation and reduces food intake.
Concluding comments Brinjal is a very popular vegetable in Indian households. It is easily available, affordable and can be taken in various ways. It can be taken as curry, fry or in boiled state. However, it is advisable to use stainless steel knife (instead using a metal knife) to cut the brinjal, because it prevents chemical reaction between phytochemicals present in the brinjal and the metal. Because of the medicinal properties of brinjal, we must include it in our diet chart.

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Blunkett: 'You're welcome to my Iris's'
Returning after a short lecture by David Blunkett run by the York University Labour Club, I am- to put it mildly- massively impressed. I've got to confess, I've never observed a 'real' politician delivering a talk before, thus don't have anything substantial to compare it to, but rest assured, it was a million-miles from the tedium-inducing hour or so I was anticipating; and, in a word, dreading.
Chiefly, it was blatantly a bite of Labour propaganda, and an endeavour to rebuild shattered images and a massively broken reputation, with the opening gambit being 'us politicians have been so naughty lately, we don't even get a chair to sit on', after which, a chair was swiftly provided.
Apart from the not-so-subtle labour defence, Blunkett's socialist tendencies and rather utopian ideals of active citizenship and a highly politicized society went down cosily, not just with the University Labour Club, but also with many left-wingers, like myself, who were listening in with cynical intent.
He spoke of how Labour was the best option available to us at the next election. How unemployment was worse under the Tories than it is now for 17 of their 18 years in power. How Obama and other leaders have complimented Brown's strategies and proactive approach to the 'Crunch'. How politicians are forced to play the journalistic games enforced and enacted by the media in order to prevent inaccurate, damaging headlines from materialising, further damaging reputations. How he is still for a modified version of ID cards, saying that it would be best if they were incorporated into passports. Oh, and a sly dig at the American attitude to travel and how this may have been a role in the unfortunate election of G. W. Bush.
If this were all, I wouldn't have thought too much, but it was Blunkett's relaxed, slightly self-deprecating tone that instantly warmed him to me, and I'm sure to many others. At one point, while talking about identity fraud, he turned to the organizer of the event and said 'but, you're welcome to my iris's', unsurprisingly received by a rare but genuine laugh from the audience in its entirety.
I've no doubt whatsoever that Blunkett entered politics with a genuine view to bettering both his constituency (which he veridically has), and the world, and for this I admire him greatly. And after seeing this performance, I like him acutely as a person as many of his ideas are in line with my own. That being said it's not the most challenging thing in the world to anticipate what students want to hear, and then give them the spiel. And for this, I'm wary of what I heard, and took most of it with a small pinch of salt when it came to seeing these ideas in light of the current Labour Government.
In all though, this was a refreshing piece of politics that re-instilled within me at least some of the faith in politics that I've recently lost. It's humbling to see the real side of a politician, without the spin of the media stapled all over him, and although I'm still not convinced to vote Labour, I am feeling more positive about things to come, and motivated by the thought that promoting further activity within politics by the population at large can truly make a difference; and a bigone at that.


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The art staff began last Easter the task of building up six murals 2ft. 9in. wide and 22ft. 6in. high, in the assembly hall. The murals represent the culture of three continents. The two outside panels represent the Aztec culture of South America in the period of about 1600. The design is dominated by the sacrificial axes. The two centre panels represent Northern European culture around the ninth century and the inner panels represent African culture about the beginning of this century. The principal material used is copper, supplemented by brass and aluminium. The artificial stones set into the designs are of resin and coloured foil. A large part of the design of the African sections is formed by sapele wood which is indigenous to West Africa.
The panels were the idea of Mr Ian Stewart [architect of the school], a member of Fife county architect's department. He said: 'I had an idea what I wanted: I was after something barbaric. I discussed my ideas with the art staff and this is what they produced. I am more than satisfied'. The four members of staff who undertook the work were Mr Angus Scott, principal art master, Mr Donald Chisholm and Mr Arthur Edward and his wife Eleanor. Mr Scott said: 'Mr Stewart gave us more or less a free hand with the design and we put in 900 hours, not counting design time. We did all the work ourselves except that the pupils gave us some help with the preparation and the polishing of the materials.'
Fife Education Committee last month approved an ex gratia payment of £400 to the four teachers for their work on the murals, the money 'to be divided according to assessment of work done by each teacher'.
David Galloway, a former rector of the school, has noted in the Madras College archive that Scott, having spent time in Africa, created the African parts, Chisholm the 'Norse imagery' and the Edwards 'concerned themselves with South America and Asia'... He also suggests that the idea for the imagery was 'sparked off' by The Daily Express, which was apparently then running series of supplements on the arts of different cultures from around the world but that the artists were given complete freedom to design what they wished.
As the school building faces a very uncertain future, and hence the mural as well, the latter should be seen as a remarkable piece of its time, in keeping with the fifties-sixties movement for decorating schools in Scotland (and England) that I've written about already, and, in turn, being connected with the contemporary movement for 'motivational' and 'arresting' public art that artists such as Alasdair Gray were then vigorously moving forward [see Gray's book 'Lanark' and his mural work in Glasgow]. In fact, as one specialist in African art has told me:
'Your school [Kilrymont] is a blast. Homi Bhaba gives one total license. Is there some kind of Belgian Art Nouveau connection? On the third banner from the left, on the bottom, there is an extremely stylized interpretation of a Kota-speaking peoples' reliquary (Gabon). Every modernist coverted one of these and Picasso had several (poor quality). They are covered with brass and sometimes copper (as shown in the face). The hairstyle is unmistakable. But the artist has invented a dancer's body. Perhaps he imagined that it was some kind of mask instead of the decorative head for a reliquary basket? [JH - perhaps he was thinking of his school setting...] On the right hand group of three banners, on the left-most banner, there is a stool supported by a female caryatid figure with raised hands. This is clearly a highly stylized interpretation of a Luba stool (Democratic Republic of Congo/then Belgian Congo).... '
Angus Scott, the artist of these 'African' figures and a popular art teacher, died after suffering a brain haemorrhage, aged 45, in November 1970, just three years after completing the Kilrymont mural. May the mural survive as his tribute...
Five years after the Kilrymont mural was created the new Elmwood Agricultural and Technical College in Cupar, Fife, opened, this having an association with the St Andrews school through a day-release scheme. The brochure produced for the opening noted:
'Once in the building, the entrance foyer is given interest... by the mural sculpture in cast and wrought aluminium, signifying man's struggle with and eventual domination of his environment.'
The sculpture is no longer there. In 2003 it was moved upstairs to the library. A caption near it indicates that it is by Robert Sneddon and was commissioned by 'Fife County Council architect Jack Cowieson. The budget for the project was around £600. The theme of the sculpture is 'Organisation out of Chaos' with a subtheme of sowing and reaping... The background of the sower is designed in the shape of Africa, while the background of the reaper is furrow marks made by a plough.'
I have found nothing on Sneddon, nor any photographs of his sculptures in their original setting. I'd be very grateful for any information.
These artworks at Elmwood and Kilrymont connect with the contemporary educational architecture and culture of their time. More so than the Walter Scott (and his staghounds)
sculpture near the big redwood in the Elmwood grounds, or the 'Reflections of St Andrews' mural on the first floor landing at Kilrymont (by Susan Lerski and Craig Amy, 1995), which speak more 'realistically' of local and national heritage. All, however, speak of an aspiration to have art move and inspire youth during its institutionalised time of learning... And give food for further reflection...


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The Great Physician
The cross of Jesus is the supreme evidence of the love of God. —Oswald Chambers
In reflecting on his deteriorating health, John Donne (1572–1631) described his feelings as physicians examined him to find "the root and occasion" of a serious illness. In hushed tones, they discussed their conclusions outside his room.
At first Donne was afraid, but in time he saw compassion in their faces and began to trust them. Their concern reminded Donne that he could trust the Great Physician. As he read the Gospels, he saw God the Father's face in the tender, compassionate face of Jesus.
Many of us struggle with our thoughts about God, especially during illness. Perhaps we grew up attending a church that portrayed an angry God who inflicted sickness on us. Can we trust Him? Like Donne, we turn to the Gospels for our reason to trust God. And we find it in His Son Jesus, who was unfailingly compassionate toward those who were afflicted, regardless of the reason.
So we pray as Donne prayed, "Deliver me, therefore, O my God, from these vain imaginations"—the belief that by our sin we have forfeited God's goodness and mercy. As Donne wisely said, the Great Physician "knows our natural infirmities, for He had them, and knows the weight of our sins, for He paid a dear price for them."
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Writers in The Loft Presents: Joe Hill with STRANGE WEATHER: Four Short NovelsJanuary 07, 2018WRITERS IN THE LOFT presents
#1 New York Times bestselling author of The Fireman
with his new "best book of the year"*
Four Short Novels
Friday, January 12, 7pm
"One of America's finest horror writers" — Time Magazine
"The Weather quartet unleashes a perfect storm of styles...strike(s) like lightning and thunderously rumble your soul." — USA Today
"The novella form allows Mr. Hill to get you deeply fixed in the setting before the moment everything goes fantastic…Horror, they tell us, is only one step away." — Wall Street Journal
What: The Music Hall's Writers in the Loft series again hosts New Hampshire own #1 New York Times bestselling author Joe Hill on Friday, January 12, to discuss his latest book, STRANGE WEATHER: Four Short Novels. This "best book of the year" (Booklist*) comprises four stories in one.
"Rain" occurs on a seemingly ordinary day in Boulder, Colorado, when the clouds open up in a downpour of nails. "Snapshot" is the disturbing story of a Silicon Valley adolescent who finds himself threatened by The Phoenician, a tattooed thug who possesses a Polaroid Instant Camera that erases memories, snap by snap. In "Aloft," a young man takes to the skies to experience his first parachute jump… and winds up a castaway on an impossibly solid cloud. And in "Loaded," a mall security guard in a coastal Florida town courageously stops a mass shooting and becomes a hero to the modern gun rights movement — but under the glare of the spotlights, his story begins to unravel, taking his sanity with it.
Masterfully exploring classic literary themes through the prism of the supernatural, STRANGE WEATHER "pushes genre conventions to new extremes" (New York Times Book Review) while deftly exposing the darkness that lies just beneath the surface of everyday life. The event includes an author presentation and a Q+A moderated by Monte Bohanan, Director of Marketing and Communications at The Music Hall, plus a book signing and a meet-and-greet.
When/Where: Friday, January 12 - 7pm
The Music Hall Loft
131 Congress Street
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Tickets: The ticket package for Writers in the Loft: Joe Hill on Friday, January 12, at 7pm, is $33 ($31 members). In addition to a reserved seat, the package includes a copy of STRANGE WEATHER ($27.99 hardcover), a bar beverage, author presentation, Q+A, and book signing meet-and-greet. Packages can be purchased online at TheMusicHall.org, over the phone at 603.436.2400 or in person at the B2W Box Office at the Historic Theater, 28 Chestnut Street.
About the Author: Joe Hill is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the novels The Fireman, NOS4A2, Horns, and Heart-Shaped Box, and the prize-winning story collection 20th Century Ghosts. He is also the Eisner Award-winning writer of a six-volume comic book series, Locke & Key.
About the Moderator: Monte Bohanan is the Director of Marketing & Communications at The Music Hall, where he oversees daily operations of event and institutional marketing, and a 22-year veteran of performing arts administration. He is also one of the ghouls behind the Portsmouth Halloween Parade, a community-organized event that attracts thousands of marchers and nearly 20,000 spectators. Most importantly, Monte has a deep, abiding love of all things creepy, crawly, and horrific.
About Writers in the Loft
Akin to The Music Hall's anchor literary series, Writers on a New England Stage, Writers in the Loft features bestselling authors in a smaller, more intimate space. The series brings audiences today's top authors, the best of fiction and nonfiction, and award-winners across categories. The evening package includes a reserved seat and bar beverage, author presentation and Q+A, a copy of the book, and a meet-and-greet book signing with the featured writer.
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Contributing Partner: The University of New Hampshire
About The Music Hall
The Music Hall is a performing arts center featuring curated entertainment from around the world in two theaters in its downtown Portsmouth, New Hampshire campus - one, a landmark 1878 Victorian theater, designated an American Treasure for the Arts by the National Park Service's Save America's Treasures Program, the other the intimate Music Hall Loft around the corner, recently named "best performing arts venue" by Yankee Magazine and the recipient of the NH AIA award for design excellence.
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"A four-pack of mayhem in this sparkling collection of short novels. . . .Worth waiting in line for, if you're a Hill fan. If you're not, this is the book to turn you into one." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"Hill is not only maturing as a writer of relevantly chilling tales but he is also emerging as a distinct voice for our complicated times." — Booklist (starred review)
"Another must-read from a increasingly impressive storyteller . . . STRANGE WEATHER speaks to the versatility of Joe Hill's craft, telling deeply disturbing stories in which cataclysmic forces of nature seem like a gentle rain when set against the actions of villains who are all too human." — barnesandnoble.com
"The Weather quartet unleashes a perfect storm of styles, from a slow-burn thriller to ethereal sci-fi, all told with a consistently strong voice…. Hill whips up emotional moments in all four that strike like lightning and thunderously rumble your soul." — USA Today
"There are few authors as deft at marrying pulse-pounding action and a sense of inescapable dread than Joe Hill. Fans of his masterful thrillers NOS4A2 and The Fireman will find plenty to love in his new collection of four short novels." — BookPage
"A striking selection of novellas ranging from the playfully apocalyptic to the wickedly political… [STRANGE WEATHER] is a demonstration of [Hill's] range and readiness to tell the hell out of any tale, be it supernatural or straight, silly or completely serious." — Tor.com
Each selection in STRANGE WEATHER is a well-crafted piece of storytelling, with characters to care about and conflicts creepy, mind-boggling and action-packed. — Portland Press Herald
"It's good to see [Hill] flex his authorial muscles with a different form. Weather changes and we never know what to expect. The same is true for great writers." — Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
"Joe Hill is one of the 21st century's pre-eminent writers, not just of the dark fantastic, but of American Literature. STRANGE WEATHER is a must read." — SFF World
"Its ideas have powerful emotional and political resonance." — Publishers Weekly
"The novella form allows Mr. Hill to get you deeply fixed in the setting before the moment everything goes fantastic… All four stories in STRANGE WEATHER are just the right length to read at a sitting, one at a time. Horror, they tell us, is only one step away." — Wall Street Journal
"One of the strongest overall works in Hill's already illustrious career [....] An exciting sign of so many wonderful things to come." — Cemetery Dance
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One of the things I often hear people in this country decry is the influence of money in politics. "We need to get the money out of politics". They proclaim that politicians are in the back pockets of corporations, that individuals and entities of great financial means are buying the allegiance of politicians by disproportionately contributing to campaign funding. This of course is designed to encourage the candidates to move legislation in the direction that greatly benefits these benefactors.
I decided to follow this down the proverbial rabbit hole to dissect the function of this monetary influence. A candidate uses their heaps of donations to fund their campaign. This funding enables, at the broadest level, the candidates to get their name out there, via newsletters, brochures, campaign signs, television and radio ads, internet presence, etc.
Some of these forms of advertisement are designed to give bullet points as to the positions these candidates take. Others are intended to show how their opponents are less qualified or appropriate for the political positions they are running for. In many cases the advertising is simply a display of their name and the position they are running for, to pull them into the awareness of the constituents where they may have been previously unknown to a subset of the voters.
So let me give a thumbnail sketch of the process: The more money a candidate gets, the more they can put their faces and names out there. The more often constituents get a glimpse of their names or see 15 seconds of their television ads, the higher the odds of them getting elected.
Does that mean we are basing or votes on how often we see someone's name? Do we feel closer to determining a candidate is worthy of making laws based on a 15 second sound bite? This must be the case, enough for the big hitters to be willing to donate a gazillion dollars to make it happen.
These sound bite based, non-informative, fast food campaigns work because we don't want to. We take the Homer Simpson approach to political participation, wanting "the quickest, cheapest, easiest way" to determine who will get our votes.
What's the best way we can keep financial influence out of politics? Make ourselves less easy to buy with a sound bite or blind party loyalty. We can do our due diligence by researching which legislation they were key participants, or reference their voting records at the very least. If we choose our political leaders by investing 15 seconds of our attention to a television commercial or a two paragraph blurb in a voter's pamphlet we will continue to get what we pay for.


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The statewide competitive golf season in Colorado largely shuts down after October and doesn't crank up again until mid-spring, which makes this the perfect time for a little reflection on 2017.
As usual, there's plenty that makes the season special -- and that's true even in a year when no large-scale spectator golf tournaments pay a visit. The U.S. Senior Open at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs no doubt will be high on this list for 2018, but that's for next fall.
Below are one observer's top 10 list of highlights of the 2017 tournament season and for Colorado-based golfers.
It's an understatement to say it's not often that two Colorado residents -- one man and one woman -- are among the national college golfer of the year finalists, but 2017 was such a year. So it's not surprising that our list starts with those two players.
1. The Kupcho Show: Jennifer Kupcho (pictured above) of Westminster continues to up her game, as this year has demonstrated. The fact that she's currently the No. 2-ranked women's amateur in the world says plenty. The Wake Forest golfer came ever so close to becoming the first Coloradan to win the women's individual NCAA Division I title, leading by two with two holes left before a triple bogey led to a runner-up finish. She quickly rebounded from that disappointment to qualify for her second straight U.S. Women's Open -- and then to finish 21st overall in arguably the most presigious women's golf tournament in the world. She also won her first national title, the Canadian Women's Amateur. Other victories included her third straight in the CWGA Stroke Play, and two wins this calendar year in college golf. She also placed second for the second straight time in the CoBank Colorado Women's Open.
2. Year to Remember for Clark: Although he previously came close on many occasions, Highlands Ranch resident Wyndham Clark (left) didn't score his first individual college victory until early in 2017. And that opened the floodgates for the then-University of Oregon senior, who posted three victories in his final 4 1/2 months as a collegian. One of those wins was a storybook ending as he prevailed at the Pac-12 Conference Championship in his home state, at Boulder Country Club, where he also won the 2010 CGA Amateur. With that strong final half of the season, Clark was named the 2017 Player of the Year in one of the toughest conferences in the nation, the Pac-12. That goes with the 2014 Big 12 Player of the Year honors he earned while at Oklahoma State. Then since turning pro in June, Clark has made two cuts on the PGA Tour, including a 17th-place finish on Oct. 29 at the Sanderson Farms Championship. This fall, he's also advanced to the final stage of Web.com Tour Q-school.
3. Bryant Slam: A junior golf oddity made this one of the top stories of the competitive season in the state. The Junior Golf Alliance of Colorado schedule features four major championships, and the Bryant siblings won their own version of a grand slam by combining to claim all four titles. Davis Bryant won all three in which he competed -- the Colorado Junior PGA, the Colorado Junior Amateur and the JGAC Tour Championship. And when he missed the Colorado Junior Match Play while he was competing in the national Junior PGA Championship -- where he placed 14th -- 14-year-old sister Emma pulled through for an improbable victory for the girls title. Davis Bryant went on to be named the boys JGAC Player of the Year after also winning the 5A state high school title, placing ninth individually in the Junior America's Cup and advancing to the match play round of 64 at his second U.S. Junior Amateur.
4. Kaye Wins 2nd Colorado Open, 21 Years After His First: Part-time Boulder resident Jonathan Kaye (left) hadn't competed in a tournament in three months, but that didn't stop the former University of Colorado golfer from winning the CoBank Colorado Open shortly before his 47th birthday. Kaye, a two-time PGA Tour winner who plays little tournament golf anymore, sank a 9-foot birdie putt on the final hole at Green Valley Ranch to post a one-stroke victory and earn the $100,000 first prize. Kaye, the runner-up in 2016, finished at 23-under par, which tied the tournament's scoring record, relative to par. He became just the seventh golfer to win at least two Colorado Open titles.
5. Jobe's Champions Breakthrough: Colorado Golf Hall of Famer Brandt Jobe came very close to winning on the PGA Tour during his time on that circuit, four times placing second, including at the 2005 International at Castle Pines. Then on the PGA Tour Champions, he finished third three times leading up to this past summer. But in June in Des Moines, Iowa, Jobe scored a breakthrough victory, prevailing in the PGA Tour Champions' Principal Charity Classic. Jobe, who lived in Colorado from 1970 to '99 before moving to Texas, also had a very strong record in senior majors in 2017, finishing second in the Senior Players, third in the U.S. Senior Open and eighth in the Senior PGA. He also matched the tournament record with a round of 62 at the U.S. Senior Open.
6. Workman's Stellar Summer: Glenn Workman had a summer to remember in state and regional tournaments in 2017. The Pueblo West resident became the first player in history to win the CGA Amateur and Wyoming State Amateur in the same year. The University of Wyoming golfer also scored low-amateur honors at the Rocky Mountain Open and the Wyoming State Open.
7. Timely 59 for Sam Saunders: Former Fort Collins resident Sam Saunders picked a good time for his career round. Saunders, grandson of the late Arnold Palmer, opened the Web.com Tour Championship with a 12-under-par 59 in Atlantic Beach, Fla., where he moved from Fort Collins last year. It was just the seventh round under 60 in the history of the Web.com circuit. More importantly, it led to a second-place finish in the Web Tour Championship, which secured Saunders' fully-exempt PGA Tour card for 2017-18 after he had lost that status late in the summer.
8. Seniors Rule the Day: The Colorado PGA Professional Championship is the top tournament of the year for the Section. But this year's event, held at Red Sky Golf Club in Wolcott, turned into a showcase for the 50-and-over set as 50-year-old John Ogden (left) prevailed in a playoff over 64-year-old Rick Cole, who was ever so close to becoming the oldest winner of this event -- by far. As it was, Ogden earned the $8,000 first prize, then promptly donated half of that total to the Colorado PGA REACH Foundation.
9. Age No Problem for Schalk: Hailey Schalk of Erie was only 15 years old during the 2017 golf season, but that didn't keep her from becoming the girls Junior Golf Alliance of Colorado's Player of the Year. In 2017, Schalk became the first Coloradan to win a title at the prestigious AJGA Hale Irwin Colorado Junior. And in May, she became the first freshman since 2002 to win a girls state high school individual championship in Colorado. In addition, she captured the titles at both of the JGAC majors in which she competed. She also placed 14th individually while competing for Colorado at the Girls Junior America's Cup. Schalk and Davis Bryant were recently named "Future Famers" by the Colorado Golf Hall of Fame.
10. Longmont's Nygren Inaugural Putting Champ: Longmont's Cole Nygren, a pro for just a couple of months, earned a nice paycheck ($15,000) and plenty of publicity with his Halloween victory in the All Pro Championship at the inaugural Major Series of Putting in Las Vegas. The most eye-catching part of the win was the fact that it came against a field that featured PGA Tour veterans Brad Faxon, John Cook, Tommy Armour III and Colt Knost. Nygren, who place fourth in the CGA Amateur in August to conclude his amateur career, beat Knost, the 2007 U.S. Amateur champion, 3 and 2 in the match-play finale.
-- Honorable Mention: Colorado Springs resident Kaden Ford became just the fourth Coloradan in five years to qualify for the national finals of the Drive Chip & Putt Championship, hosted by Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia on the eve of the Masters. Ford will be among 80 contestants on April 1. ... Colorado Golf Hall of Famer Kim Eaton captured her fifth CWGA Senior Stroke Play title, with this being her third winning margin of at least 10 shots. She completed a sweep of the major CWGA senior titles (Senior Match Play and Senior Stroke Play) for the third time. ... 2016 CGA Les Fowler Player of the Year Kyler Dunkle scored his first individual college victory -- and did it in his home state -- as the University of Utah junior prevailed in the University of Colorado's Mark Simpson Invitational in Erie in late September. Dunkle closed with a 64 at Colorado National. ... Another former CGA Player of the Year, David Oraee, claimed the title in the Wyoming State Open, posting his first professional victory. ... Colorado State University's men's golf team won its own Ram Masters Invitational team championship for the fourth consecutive year. ... Former CU golfer Sebastian Heisele has posted two top-five finishes -- a third and a fourth -- in his rookie year on the European Tour. ... The Colorado PGA defeated the CGA/CWGA amateurs -- a team playing without college-age golfers for the first time -- in the final Colorado Cup Matches that will be held until 2019. ... The University of Denver women's golf team won two team titles in a span of just 11 days. ... The Mile High Showdown World Long Drive event at Park Hill produced drives of 485 yards for the men and 406 yards for the women. ... CU teammates Esther Lee and Brittany Fan shared stroke-play medalist honors in the U.S. Women's Amateur Four-Ball before falling in the round of 16 of match play.


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1 Introduction
Two-factor authentication (2FA) validates your password and is required for Mendix Cloud node activities done in a production environment. 2FA ensures that you are authenticated when performing sensitive activities, such as deploying packages and monitoring the production environment.
In this how-to you will learn how to set up 2FA. The Google Authenticator and SMS are two types of 2FA Mendix uses for Mendix Developer Portal security.
Technical Contacts are required to use 2FA with their Mendix account when they access licensed cloud node details, specifically for transporting MDA files (deployment archives) to the production environment.
This how-to will teach you how to do the following:
- How to set up two-factor authentication
2 Prerequisites
Before starting this how-to, make sure you have completed the following prerequisites:
- A Mendix account - create one at http://www.mendix.com/try-now/?utm_source=documentation&utm_medium=community&utm_campaign=signup
- A computer and smartphone
- Google Authenticator and QR code reader installed and configured on your smartphone
3 Set Up Google Authenticator
If you want to transport your deployment package into the production environment, follow these steps:
- Open your project in the Developer Portal (https://sprintr.home.mendix.com/index.html).
- Go to the Deploy tab.
- Click Deploy below the package you want to deploy.
- In the Environments section click Transport to Production for the deployment package you want to transfer from your test environment to acceptance and then to production.
Click Use Google Authenticator in the dialog box that opens.
The installation screens are different per smartphone type. The following steps are based on an Android phone.
Open the Google Authenticator app on your smartphone.
Select Set up account on the main page.
Select Scan a barcode or Enter provided key.
Scan the barcode or enter the six-digit time-based code.
Once Google Authenticator is set up you will be asked to confirm by entering the Google Authenticator code.
Your account is now secured with 2FA and ready to use. You will get a six-digit number that expires every minute. You will need to enter that number to validate your account every time you access production.


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A Traditional Garden Wedding at Estates of Sunnybrook in Toronto, Ontario
Marie-Claire Hartt (26 and a customer service representative) and Patrick Dubreuil (24 and an IT consultant) held their wedding at Estates of Sunnybrook in Toronto, Ontario, right beside where they met for the first time. The ceremony was held outdoors, and was English/French bilingual to honor both Marie-Clarie and Patrick's heritage, with an indoor reception in McLean House, on the Estates of Sunnybrook property. A palette of royal blue and white gave this afternoon wedding a classic touch, with simple white tulip bouquets and white hydrangea centerpieces to go with the blue accents of the bridesmaid dresses, groomsmen suit ties and even Patrick's Converse shoes. Check out more photos by Samantha Ong Photography, below.
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Bath High School Alumni Association will host its 126th alumni weekend June 9-11. Alumni from class years that end in 2s and 7s, 2017 Morse seniors, and other alumni are invited to celebrate the "glory of the Blue and White" in a run-up to graduation on Sunday at 2 p.m., at McMann Athletic Complex.
Downtown businesses are getting in on the party, too, by decorating their windows for reunion classes. Check out 1952 at Ornament; 1967, Pitter Patter; 1972, Now You're Cooking; 1977 and 1982, House of Logan; 1992, City Drawers; 1997, J'adore Consignment; 2007, Mustard Seed Bookstore; and Bath High School Alumni Association at Bath Printers. More may be added in the coming days, as businesses have until June 7 to mount a display.
Alumni weekend events begin with the Blue and White Golf Classic, hosted by the 50-year reunion—1967— class, on June 9 at Bath Golf Club. Registration is at 7:15, and tee time is 8 a.m.: $75 or $375 for a five-person team. For more information, email Brian Hatch ('68) at [email protected]
More fun is in store Friday night at the Alumni Social (usually referred to as the "Icebreaker Dance") from 7 to 11 p.m., at Kennebec Tavern. DJ Cory Creamer ('99) will play tunes from many eras for alumni and guests of any year. Donations help defray the cost of alumni banquet meals the association buys for the senior class, and other honorary guests.
On Saturday, the association will host the Shipbuilders' Sprint at 9 a.m., starting at Morse. There will also be a kids' one-mile Fun Run. Registration is $25, and more information can be found at shipbuilderssprint.com. An open house at Morse High School from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. will include tours of the school, alumni room, and sales of school memorabilia.
The big event — that is, besides graduation — is the annual alumni banquet at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, at Bath Middle School. Much more on that in my Q-and-A with current, future and past presidents of the Bath High School Alumni Association. An important note: If you don't have your tickets already, it's too late. Online ticket sales ended May 31.
Current president Brad Walfield ('82), incoming president Ann London ('80) and former presidents Holly Bisson Lowe ('79) and Troy Cunningham ('87) offered great insight into what makes this night so special.
Many answers reflect the association's mission: "To encourage sociability among the graduates, to aid in promoting the welfare of Morse High School, and to plan and oversee the annual alumni weekend events and to promote and educate future MHS graduates on the history and tradition of the association."
Q: Why Bath Alumni and not Morse?
Troy: "In 1891, a small group of Bath High School graduates met and formed the Bath High School Alumni Association."
(Editor's Note: To keep the distinction as the "oldest alumni association in the country," the group cannot change its name. Morse did not become the name of the high school until 1904.)
Q: What makes this association unique?
Ann: "We believe we are the oldest, largest and most active high school alumni association in the U.S."
Brad: "When I ask friends from other towns about their reunions, they say they may hear from their alma mater every five years, but they don't have an annual event where alumni of all years are brought together to celebrate, that's a very special thing."
Q: How many students have graduated from Bath and Morse High Schools?
Troy: "Somewhere around 15,696!"
Q: How many students and alumni attend the banquet?
Ann: "On average, I would say 500."
Troy: "From 1930 until 1964, the banquet was in the 'Pit' at Morse High School, a very crowded situation as numbers up to 600 attended. After 1964 with the middle school gym in use, the alumni were able to use that as it could hold numbers up to over 900. I think 1991 broke the record with 960 in attendance."
Q: What occurs at the banquet?
Holly: "All reunion classes (five-year increments) are given space prior to the banquet to hold their class meeting, then are led into the gym. The association celebrates the seniors, 70-plus year graduates and invited guests with complimentary dinners. In 1996, we began the tradition of honoring an active alumna with a Morse chair."
Troy: "The oldest graduate present at the banquet comes in to a thunderous ovation. The roll call … is taken where the reunion classes each have speakers who offer some words of advice to the graduates, normally announce who traveled the farthest from their class, which classmates may have family who have reunions, as well as current graduates, and to present class gifts which can total anywhere between $75,000 and $90,000 before the evening is over."
Q: What's your favorite thing about alumni weekend?
Ann: "The spirit and camaraderie, reminiscing, the stories from generations about what life was like in the halls of Morse High … Priceless. And when the 50 year class and seniors enter into the gym at the banquet to everyone standing, clapping and singing the 'Blue and the White!'"
Brad: "It's more than just Morse, it's a community thing. From hosting and sponsoring events to decking the town out in blue and white, the school pride permeates the community."
Q: What's new this year?
Ann: "A change in officers, a new caterer, the Shipbuilders' Sprint and a new class, 2017, being inducted into the alumni association."
Q: What would you like to see in the association's future?
Ann: "We need to look at how we can engage future generations to come back and be involved with the association in some way. They are key to keeping the traditions alive."
Tamara Lilly ('86) is, among many other notable things, a Morse High School graduate.
This Week's Briefs - Nov. 29
Brunswick photographer to talk about shooting the galaxy, Google Maps
Winter farmers' market getting into rhythm at new Brunswick Landing location
Annual WISE Day supporting vulnerable women, children returning to Bath
Coastal History
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Hearing Impaired
- Do not mistake hearing loss for mental confusion or dementia.
- Do not assume hearing impairment, but be alert for signs such as bending of the head, lack of expression when listening, inattentiveness, or inappropriate responses.
- Speak clearing and enunciate clearly.
- Recognize that persons with hearing loss or hearing aids often have trouble discerning sounds in noisy environments. Screen out background noise (e.g., TV, radio, traffic, air conditioners, car motors, etc.).
- Close doors to the room in which you are speaking with an older person, if possible, to screen out other voices and noises.
- Face the older person so he or she can see your face, especially your lips, for visual cues.
- Do not obscure your mouth with your hands, with a pen, or other items when you are speaking. (Note: A mustache may make it difficult for a hearing impaired person to follow conversation since the mustache can hide your lips.)
- Position yourself so the light is above or shining toward you.
- Get the person's attention before you begin to speak by addressing him or her by name, shaking the person's hand, or by touching him or her on the shoulder.
- Do not smoke or chew gum.
- Use your hands and facial expressions to emphasize what you say.
- Speak in a low pitch, especially if your voice is high.
- Speak at a moderate rate. Speak slowly and allow time between sentences. Be careful not to overarticulate, as it distorts your lips.
- Do not drop volume at the end of a sentence.
- Do not shout. This creates a booming effect and makes it harder to hear.
- Do not make important points in passing. Rephrase them. Paraphrase or repeat the client's own statements to check for accurate communication and to involve the client.
- Provide written summaries and follow-up material.
- Ask the client for feedback.
Vision Impaired
- Increase lighting.
- Use good lighting without a glare on your face or on reading surfaces. Light should be above or shining toward you.
- Do not seat the older person facing an uncurtained window where glare may be a
- Allow ample time for reading printed materials. Use verbal reinforcement, or read
aloud when appropriate.
- Use sharp color contrasts in printed materials.
- Move or cover glare-causing objects such as mirrors, vinyl, glass tabletops, and even glossy magazines that receive light from an intense light source.
- When putting things in writing:
- Be sure papers have ample white space.
- Consider double-spacing.
- Consider line length in printed materials: optimum line length is just over four inches, with six inches maximum
- Use large print with clean serif typeface. Twelve-point type (about one-sixth of an inch high) is recommended for older persons (14 point for persons with visual impairments). Avoid using all capital letters and avoid italic type.
- Simplify language
- Organize content
- Avoid acronyms
- Break information into small pieces.
Mental Confusion or Impairment
- If an older person seems confused, speak slower and break down the information into short segments.
Use paraphrasing to check accuracy, allowing the older person to consider the meaning of what was said.
- Recognize that each person is an individual.
- Recognize that there may be temporary changes in mental status – either improved or diminished.
- Recognize that temporary conditions may offer a misleading appearance of impaired intellectual functioning, such as depression due to age-related losses and grieving, poor nutrition, thyroid insufficiency, medication-related problems (including incorrectly prescribed medication, overmedication, and drug interactions), sight or hearing loss, physical hesitancy or tremors, and changing locations or topics too rapidly.
- If you suspect the older person is suffering from malnutrition, depression, or drug reaction, suggest appropriate referrals. Encourage older people to go to the same pharmacist for all medicine so drug interactions can be screened.
Age-Related Losses
- Develop trust and confidences with the older person, taking extra time as needed.
- Talk directly to the older person, not past him or her to other family members.
- Listen for emotional undercurrents in the older person's explanations, and consider how they might bear on the advice given or the way it is give.
- Recognize older persons' need for control and autonomy. Emphasize options that build on this need, and encourage the person to play as great a part as possible in any decision or plan. Call upon the older person's experience.
- Address the person as Mr., Miss, or Mrs. unless you have a longstanding, informal
- Don't help too much.
- Explain options and their consequences clearly so the older person is informed, has
realistic expectations, and can make a knowing choice.
- Understand that older people may be psychologically and emotionally different from younger persons and may make choices based on different values.
(Adapted from: Wood, E., & Straight, A. K. (1995). Effective Counseling of Older Clients: The Attorney-Client Relationship. Washington, DC: American Bar Association.


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Long before J.K. Rowling, J.R.R. Tolkien, and Lewis Carroll in the British literary scene, there was Charles Dickens. He was a prolific writer who made references in his writing to child labor and cruelty, social structure, political turmoil, poverty, etc. His most famous and (in my opinion) his best work is the classic novel, "A Christmas Carol". His most iconic characters are from that novel: Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, and Tiny Tim.
Many people are familiar with various film adaptations of "The Christmas Carol". It has to be the most popular Christmas film in history. Why is "The Christmas Carol" so popular and appealing? It has to do a lot with the sentimental story and remarkable transformation of Mr. Ebenezer Scrooge. He starts off as a single-dimensional character- a character who was greedy for gain and negative. There is a reason why he became that way. As we journey into Mr. Scrooge's past, we understand (alongside with him) on why he became that way. As we develop compassion for his, Mr. Scrooge also starts to develop compassion within him for other people. The way Charles Dickens relays that story through the visitations of his former business colleague, Marley, and three ghosts aspects of Christmases- past, present, and future. In the original work, Charles Dickens directly references hell and punishment if Ebenezer Scrooge remains the same greedy person. He had to transform to a better person to serve mankind.
Upon reading the original version or even watching the older classics starring Alastair Sims or Reginald Owens, it seems like a ghost story that scares you more than it inspires you. But, when you experience the fear, wonderment, and transformation of Ebenezer Scrooge, it is well worth reading or watching the movie- though you will get a more impactful experience if you read the original book.
"The Christmas Carol" should be read every year to remind us and our family about the spirit of Christmas and the spirit of giving. It is a good book to allow us to reflect on our own lives and what we did throughout the year. There is something magical when you can experience "giving back" or charity the way Ebenezer Scrooge was able to towards the end of the book.
The creative genius and ingenuity of Charles Dickens comes alive in "The Christmas Carol". Reading the book in its original unabridged format is more impactful than using 3-D glasses and watching it on-screen. There is magic in the words of the book.
As an author, Pascasio Felisilda recently published the book "Nanay: Lessons from a Mother". This is a very inspiring book. Its simplicity empowers the message and story about a legacy that is worth living. The book is available through http://www.ebookstand.com/book_details/Nanay_Lessons_from_a_Mother_PAPERBACK_VERSION or through
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In House #1642: New Self-Titled Yonder Mountain String Band; New Jesse DeNatale, Greg Graffin
Colorado's Yonder Mountain String Band aren't your everyday bluegrass act. Over the course of three previous studio albums and a handful of live recordings they've shown a tendency to spice things up a bit, adding elements of alt-country and jam-band sounds, among others, into the mix. The band has just released their first studio effort in three years, a new self-titled album out on Vanguard records. It pairs them with the production of Tom Rothrock, who has in the past worked with the likes of Beck and Elliott Smith, in what would seem to be a move designed to remove them even further from the sometimes stuffy porches of "old-timey." The band begins an extended tour this Friday night and hits Salt Lake City's Port O' Call on June 21st.
Yonder Mountain String Band
Also today, music from a new album on the way from singer-songwriter Jesse DeNatale. His second release, Soul Parade, comes out July 11th on the Jackpine Social Club label. Why should you pay attention to this? Only Tom Waits has called him "a unique and original American voice." DeNatale will be touring this summer in support of the new release.
Jesse DeNatale
In House #1642.
Airdate: 6/15/06
Focus: New release from the Yonder Mountain String Band, Yonder Mountain String Band, plus new music from Greg Graffin, Neil Young, Jesse DeNatale and more.
BONUS MP3 from today's show-
Grace Potter & the Nocturnals: "Toothbrush & My Table" (MP3)
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1. Combine Chocolate frosting and confectioners' sugar in large mixing bowl. Stir with wooden spoon until thoroughly blended. 2. Cover each pecan half with one tablespoon candy mixture. Roll into 1-inch balls; set aside. Chop remaining pecans; set aside. 3. Place chocolate chips and shortening in 2-cup glass measuring cup. Microwave at MEDIUM (50% power) for 2 minutes; stir. Microwave for 1 minute longer at MEDIUM; stir until smooth. Dip one candy ball into chocolate mixture until completely covered. Remove with fork to cooling rack. Sprinkle top with chopped pecans. Repeat until all candy balls are covered. Allow to stand until chocolate mixture is set. Note: For peanut butter flavored coating, place 1 cup peanut butter chips and 3 T Crisco Shortening in 2-cup glass measuring cup. Microwave at MEDIUM (50% power) for 2 minutes; stir until smooth. Dip candy balls as directed above. Tip: Place waxed paper under cooling rack to catch drips and make cleanup easy. Duncan Hines "Recipes and More" - Winter, 1992 Reformatted by: CYGNUS, HCPM52C
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With savings on salt, water and time, Kinetico's commercial water softening systems are a smart choice for any business. Our industrial-strength, non-electric commercial water softeners operate based on demand and are designed to handle all the water your business needs.
From our heavy-duty HydrusTM industrial water softeners to space-saving CC Series systems, each water softening system is held to high-quality standards but comes with an industry-leading warranty for peace of mind.
And with soft water, your equipment will operate at peak efficiency and last longer. So whether you are a brewery, a 50-seat restaurant, a hospital, or anything in between, there is a Kinetico commercial water solution to meet your business needs.
Commercial Products
HydrusTM Series Commercial Water Softeners
The HydrusTM Series Commercial Water Softeners is ideal for large appliances requiring high flow rates. If you are a larger operation that deals with consistent water flow, then this is the water softening solution for you. The HydrusTM Series Commercial Water Softeners may also be combined with HydrusTM Filtration. This commercial water system is a configurable, non-electric point-of-entry softener. By eliminating electricity, your business is lowering energy and choosing an affordable, effective solution.
CP Series Commercial Water Softeners
The CP Series Commercial Water Softeners is a large, non-electric system that equates its high-performance with incredible efficiency. A modular design allows your system to grow as your water demand increases. This is the perfect solution for businesses who are on the rise! Plan for the future with a system that will keep up with you and your water needs. This machine is efficient and affordable. The low-cost operation makes the CP Series one of our most popular Commercial water solutions.
CC Series Commercial Water Softeners
The CC Series Commercial Water Softeners is a compact, non-electric model that saves space. Applicable to water temperatures up to 150°F, this series uses it's small size to it's ultimate capacity. It's corrosion, heat and moisture resistant, making it the perfect, durable water solution for adverse conditions. The CC Series provides water solutions for even the smallest spaces!
Combination Softener & Filter System
The Combination Softener & Filter System removes water hardness and chlorine in one go. If you're looking for a one-and-done solution, then the Combination series is for you. Enjoy soft, filtered water, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With a quad-tank design and non-electric operation, this system never stops working, ensuring soft water every time you turn on the faucet. The ideal choice for a simple, reliable and economical operation, the Combination Softener & Filter system is perfect for growing operations.


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France's biggest cable operator Numericable will be adding international children's channel KidsCo to its schedule.
KidsCo will now be shown in Belgium and Luxembourg, starting January 2010 and Numericable will be broadcasting it in French, English, Portuguese, German and Spanish. Programming will include shows such as The Wiggles, Dino Squad as well as original series Boo & Me and Jass Time.


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Air pollution is a global public health concern, and although the highest concentrations are often observed in the developing countries, most of our current understanding is based on extensive research from the developed world. My research focuses on characterization and assessment of levels and composition of particulate matter (PM) and associated health effects, particularly in developing countries with an aim to identify key sources and variables driving exposures.
Media coverage
Jayashree Nandi. "Bad air to blame for irregular rain." Times of India. July 3, 2017.
Jayashree Nandi & Jasjeev Gandhioki. "ITO even more polluted than Anand Vihar." Times of India. Jan 4, 2017.
Aditya Dev. "Data on exposure to air pollution inadequate." Times of India. Oct 5, 2016.
Meera Subramanian. "Can Delhi save itself from its toxic air?" Nature. June 8, 2016.
Akanksha Kumar. "Demonising Cars Won't Help Improve Condition of the 'Gas Chamber'. The Quint. Dec 29, 2015.
Dinesh Mohan. "An odd policy." The Indian Express. Dec 16, 2015.
Indo-Asian News Service. "Air Pollution In Delhi Worst During Winter: Study" NDTV. Dec 2, 2014.


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Rose Jewellery Designs
Rose Jewellery Designs was started by Liz Shaw and specialises in pearl beads, lamp beads, crystal beads, glass beads, shell bead designs and one off designs.
The Rose Jewellery Designs studio is in Kiama.
Liz also has redesigned beaded jewellery passed from European Grandmothers to their daughters and granddaughters to live and enjoy another generation.
Rose Jewellery Designs also:
- redesign
- revamp
- repair your own jewellery.
For more information please see the website at http://RoseJD.com.au


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Laparoscopic Instrument Repair
We offer a full repair service on laparoscopic instruments from all manufacturers.
Repair proceedures include:
Repair of broken pull rods - Shaft recoats - Metal handle recoats - Jaw hinge repair - Sheath rebeaking - taps repaired/replaced - Trocar resharpening - Cannula dent removal - Scissor jaws sharpened.
We offer a no obligation quotation on any instruments that are sent to us for evaluation. No work will commence on your instruments until your authorisation is received.


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Transportation Services
Taking You Where You Need to Be
No matter where you're headed, trust Gipson Transportation to take you there. With our well-maintained vehicles and professional staff, we offer reliable transportation solutions at reasonable rates. We have over five years of experience serving clients in Missouri City, Texas and the surrounding areas. With us, you can rest easy knowing that you and your children are in good hands.
For your added peace of mind, all our drivers are certified and trained in CPR and first aid. Additionally, they are required to undergo a thorough background check and submit a motor vehicle report. All our vehicles also carry commercial insurance and a first aid kit.
Safe Door-to-Door Pickup for Kids
If you are pressed for time and need someone to bring your child to and from school, the day care, or their after-school program, we have the solution. We provide a safe mode of transportation for your kids at budget-friendly rates. Call us today and we will customize our services according to your preferences.
Providing a Hassle-Free Commute for Adults
Are you looking for a convenient way to get to work without having to drive? Let our professional drivers give you a ride. We offer fast and reliable transportation solutions to make commuting hassle-free for you. Just discuss the pickup time and location with our staff and we will handle the rest.
Book Our Transportation Services
Book our shuttle service today for your transportation convenience. We have a $35 non-refundable registration fee. Please be reminded that if a check is returned unpaid by the bank, a service charge of $25 will be assessed.
Waiting lists are secured by the registration fee and are placed on a first-come-first-served basis. For more information about our service rates, feel free to call or email our staff.