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Smart things are the biggest trend for homes in years. You can find lamps that are smart, ovens and microwaves that are smart - even the lock on your front door can be smart. But what does smart really mean? In a word, control. Smart means being able to control devices and systems whether you are home or 3,000 miles away. Most smart devices and systems use apps on your cell phone or through your smart hub to send you notifications or let you change settings and turn devices on or off with a few taps on your smartphone or laptop. Let's get to know Bryant's Evolution Connex Control.
Bryant's Evolution Connex Control might appear to be an ordinary smart thermostat, but it syncs with every Bryant system and component in your home. The Evolution Connex Control syncs with your Evolution Air Conditioner, Humidifier, Evolution Air Purifier, Ventilator, Evolution Gas Furnace and your Evaporator Coil. No typical smart thermostat can do all of that. Here are some other ways Evolution Connex Control puts control over your comfort right in the palm of your hand:
Bryant puts control over your comfort in the palm of your hand with Evolution Connex Control. By including every component in your entire Bryant home comfort system, you can adjust settings from anywhere and save energy (and money) with just a few taps. Even better, your Evolution Connex Control gives you the option of setting up notifications about your system that go right to Carolina Comfort Systems, making upkeep and repairs for your system as seamless as possible. That sounds pretty smart to us!
When your HVAC system needs a pricey repair, it's natural to consider whether it is more beneficial to do the repair or to replace the system. Here are three key factors to consider when making the decision whether to repair or to replace: When your HVAC system needs a pricey repair, it's natural to consider whether it is more beneficial to do the repair or to replace the system. Here are three key factors to consider when making the decision whether to repair or to replace:
When considering the cost of the repair versus replace question, there are two issues to keep in mind - both the bottom line of the repair bill but also the age of your HVAC system. A good age guideline to use is 10 years.
Depending on the type of HVAC system you have, how the system has been maintained and climate conditions in your area, your current HVAC system might not be providing optimal indoor air quality. Carolina Comfort Systems can test your current indoor air quality and share the results with you. We can also advise you on any optional components that can improve your indoor air quality or if replacement should be considered. Indoor air can be several times more polluted than outdoor air and can worsen or even cause allergy and asthma systems and other illnesses. This makes indoor air quality an important thing to consider when deciding to repair or replace your HVAC system.
Over the last several years, energy-efficiency standards have increased significantly. This means current HVAC systems are far more energy-efficient than older HVAC systems. Greater energy-efficiency means an HVAC system that heats or cools your home faster and runs less frequently or for shorter periods of time. This reduces the amount of energy your HVAC system uses and translates to lower monthly utility bills.
The current minimum SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) in most states is 14 SEER (a few northern states have a 13 SEER minimum). If the SEER rating of your current HVAC system is significantly lower than the current standard or is so old that you don't have a SEER rating for it, you could save quite a bit of money on your utility bill by replacing your system. And you'll reduce your carbon footprint at the same time.
To repair or replace is always a tough question. If you decide replacement is right for you, Carolina Comfort Systems offers financing solutions and affordable monthly payments. Also, replacing your current system to a more energy-efficient system could possibly qualify you for special tax credits and rebates on your energy bill from your local utility company. Give Carolina Comfort Systems a call to discuss your repair and replacement options.
National Gratitude Month is observed every year for the entire month of November. Gratitude is more than simply saying "thank you". Gratitude is appreciating the good and positive in our lives, despite whatever challenges we may face. Practicing gratitude shouldn't just be reserved for one month because it can benefit your life every day. Studies show practicing gratitude lowers stress, improves blood pressure, enhances mood, improves relationships, combats depression and helps people experience fewer illnesses. You might be wondering why your HVAC provider cares about gratitude and the positive effects of gratitude on health and well-being. At Carolina Comfort Systems, our clients are more than simply customers, they are part of our extended family. To get you started on your practice of gratitude, we've put together 10 things Grand Strand residents can be grateful for.
1. Warmer weather! While snow piles up in other parts of the country, we get to enjoy beautiful sunshine.
2. Southern hospitality! Whether relaxing with a sweet tea on the porch with a neighbor or a friendly "hey, y'all!" when visiting a local business, there are few places more welcoming and friendly than right here.
3. We have a natural stress-buster accessible to us year-round - the beach. Research shows even a few minutes spent at the beach, with the waves and salty air and warm sand, can refresh us and provide a turbo boost of stress relief.
4. We have lots of ways to stay active year-round. Just a few of the activities available include golf, kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking and walking trails, tennis, beautiful parks and green spaces for afternoon strolls and much more.
5. Our area's deep connection with history. With dozens of places along the Grand Strand appearing on the National Registry of Historic Sites, there are plenty of historic places to see and learn about (not to mention some pretty fun stories about ghosts and pirates).
6. Some of the most stunning state parks in the whole state are right here in the Grand Strand. Explore Myrtle Beach State Park and Huntington Beach State Park close by or venture inland from the Grand Strand to experience unique ecosystems and landscape at Woods Bay State Park and Little Pee Dee State Park.
7. Giving back is a way of life here in the Grand Strand. The people, neighborhoods and businesses of the area have a strong focus on helping others in the community. Food donation drives, toy drives, fundraisers and opportunities to volunteer are easy to find and participate in. You'd be hard-pressed to find a more generous and giving community anywhere.
8. Your family from out of town always wants to come here for the holidays. When you live in the Grand Strand, the yearly family dispute over where to spend the holidays seems to somehow always swing your way. You get to avoid the traffic and driving up to the snow and cold while your family gets a relaxing (though sometimes still a little chilly) holiday at the beach.
9. There is always something fun to do! Events are a big deal around here and there are no shortage of food festivals, heritage festivals, parades, races, fundraisers, musical performances, theatre performances, lectures and presentations... and more.
10. YOU! At Carolina Comfort Systems, what we're most grateful for is YOU - our neighbors, friends and extended family of clients all along the Grand Strand. The spirit of giving, the friendly neighborhoods, the sense of community and that special southern hospitality are all possible because of you. All of you are what make this a great place to live.
If you are in the market for a new cooling system for your home, it pays to be familiar with SEER. SEER means Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio and is used to measure the energy efficiency of the cooling unit in your home comfort system. To determine SEER rating, manufacturers measure the cooling a unit puts out over a typical summer season and divide it by the amount of energy the unit used during that time. The higher the SEER number, the more energy efficient a cooling system is. In South Carolina, the minimum SEER required by law is 14, however, there is a split system available with up to a 33 SEER rating at the time of this blog. From 14 to 33 is a big range and it's easy to get overwhelmed by all of the different options.
Cost vs. Savings: Is Spending More for Higher SEER Worth it?
One of the most frequent questions customers have is, "If a higher SEER number means greater energy efficiency, should I buy the highest SEER I can for my home?" Surprisingly, the answer is no. As the SEER goes up, so does the cost of the unit - by a large margin. Higher SEER units are also more expensive to repair and feature newer technology that, in some cases, isn't as reliable as the older technology of units with SEER ratings below 20. Also keep in mind that the SEER rating represents the maximum possible energy efficiency in optimal conditions. Similar to when you buy the latest smart phone that has up to 8 hours of battery life. Most users won't get the full 8 hours without needing to recharge because the way each individual uses the device affects the battery life. The same is true of SEER ratings - so a SEER of 18 really means *up to 18*.
While higher SEER does translate to less energy consumption and lower utility bills, the amount of savings for most average sized homes does not balance out the increased cost of the highest SEER rated systems. If your home is close to the average of 2,000 sq ft and you use your cooling system an average of 5 months of the year (we are in South Carolina, after all), a cooling system with a SEER rating of 14 or 16 provides you a sturdy and reliable unit with a comfortable reduction on your electric bill. If you choose an option with a SEER over 20, with installation, that system can cost in the ballpark of double the amount of the lower SEER system while only providing a few dollars more energy savings - during the 5 months of the year when you are actually running your air conditioning. If your home is much larger than average or you live in an area where you will be using your cooling system for more than two-thirds of the year, systems with SEER ratings of 18-20 could be worth the higher cost of the system.
Choosing a new HVAC or heat pump system with the best SEER rating for your home and specific needs doesn't have to be an overwhelming process. Carolina Comfort Systems can help! Our experts can review your current system and explore how much you can expect to save on utilities for different SEER rated systems to help you find the best value for your home.
Cor Home Automation is a new offering available for your home from your Bryant Heating and Cooling System providers at Carolina Comfort Systems. Cor technology works with Bryant's Preferred or Evolution heat pumps, gas furnaces, air conditioners and heat coil systems. Cor Home Automation gives you the ability to control your lighting, thermostat settings, security system and more from your smartphone.
Of course, Bryant is an industry leader in heating and cooling systems but for a more complete home automation package, they couldn't do it alone. For security, Cor utilizes Interlogix. With Interlogix, you can watch security footage, unlock or lock doors, and receive alerts about open windows or when the garage door is opened - all from your phone. And because your family's safety is the top priority, Cor works with Kidde smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors to alert you immediately in the event of a potential fire or carbon monoxide incident.
Currently, Bryant is offering a $500 rebate toward the Cor Home Automation Smart Start Kit with the purchase of a compatible Preferred or Evolution heating and cooling system. With Cor, there are no contracts and no monthly fees and you can add-in features and options that allow you to customize the way you care for and monitor your home. Even better, the technology in Bryant's Cor Home Automation system is expandable to accommodate new technology options as they come to market. To learn more about this exciting new technology from Bryant, give us a call at Carolina Comfort Systems!
Understanding some of the most common HVAC problems is important for every homeowner. Some problems can be fixed by simply changing the air filter, while others indicate a major problem and require emergency service. To help you know when to stick it out and when to call in the pros at Carolina Comfort Systems, we've created this handy guide to some of the most common HVAC problems.
1. Blown Fuse - Fuses protect your system from overheating and burning out the motor or compressor. Similar to a surge protector, it's a safety guard that saves you from a more serious and costly breakdown. Blown fuses (and tripped breakers) don't happen without a cause, so this is a problem you want to call in professional help for.
2. Electrical Outage - Worn out connections or worn, damaged or faulty wiring can all cause an electrical outage for your HVAC system. Finding and replacing the proper connections and wires is best left to a pro.
3. Not Cooling or Not Heating - It may sound silly but this common problem often has a pretty simple fix. Before assuming the worst, check your thermostat. Programmable thermostats with battery back-ups often stop signaling to the HVAC system when the battery is low or dead. In many cases, just replacing the battery gets you back up and running.
4. Refrigerant Leak - You may suspect a refrigerant leak if you begin to notice your HVAC system is not cooling your home as efficiently as it used to, or if it struggles to maintain temperature in only moderate heat. Refrigerant leaks not only harm the environment but can cause other more serious problems with your HVAC system. Call in the professionals without delay!
5. Frozen Evaporator Coil - This is an example of a more serious problem that can result from a refrigerant leak. Low refrigerant levels are one of several possible causes of a frozen evaporator coil. Other causes include blocked air returns/intakes, and clogged air filters. Because this common problem can have a variety of causes, it's worth calling your technician.
6. Drop in Efficiency - If your HVAC system just doesn't seem to work as well as it used to and/or you notice your utility bills rising, you may have a problem causing your system to run less efficiently than it should. If you haven't had regular maintenance done for some time, it could be as simple as needing a good professional cleaning and tune-up. Condenser coils and fans in outdoor units are exposed to all kinds of weather conditions, dust, dirt and debris. Over time, these things can collect and begin to cause problems.
Being in the know about common HVAC problems helps you determine if you are dealing with a quick fix or a big deal that requires professional help. Our handy guide to some of the most common HVAC problems is a good starting reference point. However, if you have questions or are ever in doubt, our professional technicians are only a phone call away.
Extreme temperature fluctuations can take a toll on your heat pump. Cold temperatures that dip down below 40 degrees Fahrenheit make maintaining a comfortable temperature in your home a challenge for many heat pumps as they lose efficiency at lower temperatures. As the temperature drops, your heat pump runs more frequently and for longer periods, eventually triggering your emergency back up electric coils to turn on or if you have a split system, switching to furnace-generated heat. Likewise, very hot temperatures can be rough on your heat pump. While heat pumps reduce humidity better than traditional air conditioning systems, the more hot and humid it is, the harder your heat pump works to keep your home cool and comfortable. Jumping back and forth between heating and cooling means your heat pump gets a hefty workout. You can't control nature but you can make sure to keep your heat pump tuned-up to help it weather major temperature shifts.
Heat Pump Tune-Up 101
You might be wondering what a heat pump tune-up entails. Like a tune-up for your car, your heat pump tune-up checks for potential problems and maintains various components to minimize wear and tear. Here are just a few of the services included in your heat pump tune-up:
* Change air filters (you should do this also in between tune-ups).
* Inspect and clean all electrical components and connections.
* Test and recalibrate your thermostat, if necessary.
* Check refrigerant levels. Low refrigerant indicates a leak and puts you at greater risk for a system breakdown. Refrigerant leaks require urgent repair.
* Check ducts for signs of leaks that can reduce the efficiency of your system.
* Clean and inspect coils and fans, including evaporation coil and condensing coil.
* Lubricate motors, check belts for wear and adjust belt tension.
When temperatures fluctuate quickly between hot and cold extremes, many heating and cooling systems will run longer and harder to keep your home comfortable. Keeping your heat pump tuned up minimizes the effects of this temperature roller coaster on the various components of your system and helps it run as efficiently as possible. Give Carolina Comfort Systems a call today to get your heat pump tuned up and running for all types of weather!
Your HVAC System and Flooding Part III: Preventing Flood Damage
In many cases, flood events are unexpected, making prevention of flood damage unlikely or impossible. However, there are times when weather events are approaching that are likely to result in flooding where you can take some preventative measures to avoid damage to your HVAC system.
Prevention Solution #1 - Shut off power to your HVAC system, remove sensitive electrical components and move them to a safer location on higher ground or in a high place in your home. Many homeowners will not have the necessary knowledge to do this if your provider has not specifically demonstrated how to do this safely with you. Therefore, this solution may require that you have your HVAC service provider come to your home to perform this task for you.
Prevention Solution #2 - If your HVAC system is one that is not ideal for solution #1, there is another solution you can try. Securely stack several layers of sandbags completely around your HVAC system, the way you would around areas of your home or along creeks and streams. While this solution may not prevent all damage, it can help reduce the extent of the damage sustained and thus reduce repair costs.
Prevention Solution #3 - While not exactly a physical action, make sure you understand fully what your homeowner's insurance covers with regard to flood damage and your HVAC system and what it doesn't. Many homeowner's insurance policies don't include any flood coverage at all and require you to purchase flood coverage separately. Don't wait until a major weather event or flood happens to discover that you don't have the level of coverage you assumed you did. Be proactive and make sure you have the homeowner's insurance coverage you need in the event of a flood.
The old saying is that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. When it comes to your HVAC system, a relatively small amount of time invested in prevention can save you hundreds or thousands of dollars that can really make a difference should a flood - or any natural disaster - impact your home. Let Carolina Comfort Systems show you how.
Your HVAC System and Flooding Part II: What Repairs and Costs to Expect
If you are one of the homeowners who were fortunate enough to avoid damage to your HVAC system during the recent floods, you may be wondering what it would have cost if you had been among the thousands who needed repairs. Repair costs vary based on the type of HVAC system you have and the level of damage sustained.
Providing there are no punctures or other structural damage, the most common repair required after a flood incident will be electrical and often involves replacing the circuit board in the unit. Depending on the brand of your HVAC system and availability of the necessary part or parts, the average cost of replacing a circuit board will be between $150.00 to $500.00. Quotes can vary widely between providers so it pays to get quotes from at least three to four providers if you don't have a trusted provider already.
If you have ductwork that runs underneath your home, this is another cost you may have to contend with. If water has gotten into your duct system, you may have moisture and mold issues springing up. Because the length, access, and complexity of ductwork systems can vary so much, this repair cost is more difficult to estimate. Here again, it pays to get quotes from several reputable providers. Mold issues will get worse the longer they are left alone so this is one repair you definitely cannot afford to hesitate on.
If your HVAC system has sustained major structural damages like punctures or damage from debris, your trusted HVAC provider is the best equipped to assess the damages and determine if repairs are possible or if the system will need to be replaced. The best bet is to prevent the damage in the first place when possible. Carolina Comfort Systems can help you do that with a maintenance agreement. Give us a call today for details.
Your HVAC System and Flooding: What HVAC Systems and Components Can Survive a Flood?
With the recent flooding across the Grand Strand, many homeowners have found themselves facing some unexpected repairs to their HVAC system. There are choices you can make with regards to your HVAC system that can make a big difference should another flood occur. The most important thing to consider is the location of the electrical component closest to the ground. The lower the electrical component in your system, the less water it will take to cause major problems. Here are a few more handy tips on what can and can't survive a flood.
- Outdoor Air Conditioner Units - Most outdoor A/C units can withstand an average if 12-16 inches of flood water without major damage. The electrical components tend to be closer to the top of the unit instead of the bottom and most of the parts are made of metals like steel or copper that have been specially treated to withstand various types of weather.
- Heat Pump Condensing Units - Similar to outdoor A/C Units, heat pump condensing units are usually designed with outdoor weather in mind. Physical parts use materials and metals treated to endure many types of weather conditions. These units also tend to house the electrical components in the upper half of the unit, keeping it safe from damage in flood conditions.
- Gas Package Units - Gas package units or gas packs are units that combine your gas heat and electric air conditioner into one single unit, located outside the home or on the rooftop. If you choose a gas pack unit, location is crucial to surviving a flood event. Elevated or rooftop location of these units is strongly recommended. In gas pack units, the heat exchange and gas burners tend to be very close to the ground, making them extremely vulnerable to damage in a flood event.
While the type of flooding we've experienced recently in South Carolina was categorized as a once in a thousand years event, we do live in a sub-tropical and hurricane-prone region. Water is a fact of life here in the Grand Strand. When you add climate change into the equation, we can only guess how that will impact our weather in the years to come. Understanding what types of HVAC systems can and cannot survive floods can save you headaches and money in future events. If you have questions about your HVAC system, call Carolina Comfort Systems today, where your satisfaction is our guarantee!


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Ref. 110 NEW - LEASE ASSIGNMENT - 26 Conway Road, Penlan, Swansea, SA5 7BB
For Sale £ 40,000 For Sale
Situated in a parade of commercial premises, this mid terrace benefits from a prominent trading position within the suburb of Penlan. The area itself is predominantly residential in nature, and neighbours include hair salons, and convenience stores.
This ground floor premises is currently trading as a fish and chip shop and comprises an open plan showroom with kitchen/ ancillary stores and prep room to the rear with WC facilities.
The property benefits from all mains utilities. Please note that during the course of our inspection, none of these were tested and interested parties should rely on the advice of a contractor.
This accommodation has a Net Internal Area of 57 m2 (613 ft2).
Our clients fixtures and fittings are For Sale at an asking price of offers in the region of £40,000. We advise that the premises is occupied by way of a lease which will be assigned to the purchase. We understand that the passing rent is £7,200 per annum and the lease has a residual term of 15 years remaining.
Further information is available upon request to seriously interested parties.
To arrange a viewing, please contact the sole letting agent, Dawsons on the contact details below:
Andrew Cox
01792 478 907
Matthew Mason
01792 478 908

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Work: Backwoods, 2017, Paper print from 35mm black and white negatives
This is a series of homes and buildings photographed while driving through the back roads of Eastern Tennessee and Western North Carolina in the United States. This area within the Appalachian Mountains is home to rather antiquated and alternative lifestyles, hidden from the modern world of cities and towns that surround the area. Homes are mostly all one can find in these parts deep into the woods, for there is little industry and community around. These images capture the personal spaces of the anonymous people who inhabit these peculiar places found deep within the Appalachian woods. The identities of the owners are unknown, however each structure offers a glimpse into the lifestyle and character of the person inside.
Hannah Sommer is a first year student at the University of Westminster earning her BA in Photography. She is originally from Asheville, North Carolina, located in the Appalachian Mountains of the United States. Her work focuses primarily around portrait and documentary photography and works with both digital and analog mediums. Her photographs aim to tell stories of places and people that are often overlooked or misunderstood. She strives to capture the obscurity and uniqueness of day to day life. Most of her photographs are taken around Western North Carolina and the surrounding southern states. Having grown up in these areas, she is entranced by the traditional and alternative cultures that thrive within these mountains and aims to preserve that in her work.


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The Isle of Iona
Some of the oldest rock on the face of the earth is on the Isle of Iona. While the island is only a mile and half wide and three plus miles long it has been known for the last 1,500 years as a thin place between heaven and earth. From the earliest histories we have of the island, it is a place where humans and God have encountered each other in a special way. These encounters have been in the form of monastic experiences and worship in community. Some of the encounters are found in the landscape of the island. Whether these are on the beaches of the island or in highlands and swamps that cover the island, each environment provides a window, an opportunity, for an individual to gather new insights about how God's will can be done on earth like it is in heaven.
Bruce and I will be spending the month of October on the Isle of Iona. This is the final part of a three-month sabbatical. We will be living in a cottage about a half mile outside of the village. There will be times to worship with the Iona Abbey Community, and at Bishop House, the Scottish's Episcopal Church retreat House. There will be times for quiet reflection and reading. Also, time for hiking all the various parts of the island.
As preparation for the month, I am reading Richard J. Woods book, The Spirituality of Celtic Saints. He writes about the enduring Celtic issues of social justice, the place women have in Celtic life and spirituality, and the ecology and the value of the natural environment. Surprisingly, he also addresses the dual characteristics of the art of blessing and and cursing in the Celtic tradition.
I look forward to the Isle of Iona being a thin place for me during the month of October and sharing some of my experiences with all of you when I return.
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Both the nano and shuffle were introduced in 2005 at the height of the iPod craze.
Apple's exit from the standalone music player market is therefore unremarkable: disconnected devices relying on desktop apps for music transfer have clearly had their day.
Apple has been on a bit of a tear over the past year, discontinuing a number of products. While its role in the reversal of Apple's sinking fortunes around the turn of the century can't be overstated, Apple has rather quietly been discontinuing iPod lines of late.
The tech company made a similar move with the iPod Classic in 2014, citing an inability to source the necessary parts as the reason behind its loss.
Since then, all that Apple has updated is the colour options from time to time.More news: Cartel probe looms over German auto industry
Apple today (July 27) doubled the capacities on its iPod Touch lineup, so the $199 music player now offers 32GB of storage while the $299 model tops out at 128GB. Apple knew the iPod's days were limited once it released its first-gen smartphone in 2007.
The unceremoneous deaths come as no surprise, really.
That leaves the iPod Touch, essentially an iPhone without cellular service, as the only remaining model of iPod. But the iPod still outsold the iPhone - in unit shipments, at least - during holiday quarters until 2011.
There are still folks who prefer to have a music player and the Nano and Shuffle were among the cheapest buys to get from the Cupertino company. The legacies of the iPod Nano and Shuffle will live on in our memories.
Apple did not immediately respond to PCMag's request for comment but told Business Insider it's axing the iPod nano and shuffle and updating its pricing for the iPod touch.


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Hello everyone,
and welcome to this collaboration between Vera Lane Studio and Serena Bee !
We are showcasing the fabulous digital images from Vera Lane Studio together with the fantastic Papercakes digital paper lines designed by Serena Bee.
This is my second card :
I used the new release for this week which is Nurse Dee and I put her on a background made with Serena's October nights paper.
You will find both items when you click the links:
Thank you so much for stopping by today !


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Each week, Langley Advance readers are invited to submit a suggested caption – factual or funny – for this historic Langley picture.Click HERE to submit your entry for this week's photo.
This week's prize is a $10 coffee card.
Preference is given to Langley residents. Entrants must be 19 or older. The winner will be selected by a random draw of all entries. The contest is not open to employees of the Langley Advance or Black Press.
Winner will be notified by email and must pick up the prize as offered at the Langley Advance office, 6375 202nd Street.
The Langley Advance reserves the right to reject entries deemed unsuitable, libelous or otherwise objectionable. Please keep entries suitable for a family newspaper.


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Poppies near Larch Loft
June 10, 2014
What a beautiful day today in the Test Valley, Hampshire. I had to share with you this wonderful field of poppies, just a mile or so from Larch Loft. If you can bear to leave Chilbolton Cow Common, carry on over the River Test onto the Fullerton Road and continue on the footpath up the hill to this super field of poppies.
Walk along the River Hamble
March 2, 2014
Half an hour' s drive from Larch Loft and a great day out is a visit to Hamble. There is limited parking at the top of Swanwick Shore Road. From here you can walk all the way along the River Hamble through the Warsash Local Nature Reserve, bring your binoculars. There is a also a much larger car park here.
Then why not take the little (only 12 seats) Warsash ferry across to the Hamble, stop for lunch or a coffee at the Blue Star Cafe or there are numerous pubs and restaurants, including the Bugle, in this pretty village with views over the estuary and marina.
Things to do – Salisbury Cathedral Tower Tour
January 27, 2014
A wonderful day out from larch loft is a visit to Salisbury Cathedral. The Cathedral was built in the 12th Century and has the tallest Spire in Britain, not to mention the largest Close and Cloisters. Make sure you book a slot for the memorable and spectacular Tower Tour. The tours, led by an experienced Cathedral guide, run every day, are for a maximum of 12 people and take around 90 minutes. It is amongst other things, a great way to see the beautifully conserved Gothic architecture. The climb of 332 steps by narrow and winding spiral staircases is absolutely worth it as you can then enjoy spectacular views of the City of Salisbury, Old Sarum and the surrounding countryside, where John Constable painted his famous 'Salisbury Cathedral from the Water Meadows'.
Beautiful places to visit
January 6, 2014
When you stay at Larch Loft why not take a day trip to the Studland Beach and Nature Reserve. Owned by the National Trust this beautiful beach and heathland is a wonderful place to spend the day. Whether you want to walk or cycle there is plenty to see and do or just relax by the sea in this little bit of heaven with its on micro climate. We suggest you drive to Sandbanks, which should take you about an hour and then take the Chain link ferry across Poole Harbour. Our family made the trip on a stormy January day and despite rough seas and rain it was still a great day out followed by a lovely lunch at Knole Beach Cafe.
Walking near our holiday cottage, Winchester
November 13, 2012
There are some fabulous walks around Larch Loft so pack your walking boots when you come and stay.
Local garden re-opens Centenary Border
October 1, 2012
Sir Harold Hillier Gardens has thoroughly redeveloped their feature Centenary Border and we recommend you visit, guided tours are at 2pm every 1st and 3rd Wednesday until the end of November.
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Some critters don't belong in a Kitchen, like, say, Rhinos for instance. We are not meant by Nature to cook, within the conventional definition.
Yes, We like to eat, Bigtime. Lots and lots. But We would snarf up all the ingredients long before any other kitchen-y process got underway.
Why wait around?


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Masu was selected by Start-Israel as their Start-Up of the Week (article in Hebrew)
It was a real honor to be featured on this leading website among other promising Start-Ups from Israel. The article talks about our struggles and plans for the future
We were also selected by a leading mummy blog: Business for Mums in the UK to talk about being a Mumpreneur. It's not always easy opening a business whilst having 2 babies at home, but we feel as though we have done a pretty good job. The article gives inspiration to many moms out there and we still get amazing responses from mothers (and mothers to be) who read it and are thinking of doing something similar
We have exciting plans for 2018 and if you're wondering… the best way to hear about them is by following us on facebook


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Many of you have asked for new music, and as you can imagine, recording is a very expensive process. Studio time, musicians, packaging, etc. cost a lot of money, and being an independent artist, that burden falls on me, as well as my family.
I've personally seen God change lives with my music, and I am honored and humbled that he is using me this way! God has allowed me to meet so many wonderful people throughout the years, and now I'm calling out to you for help! By hitting the donate button, you can partner with me to get this music out. If a life is changed by these songs, YOU will have had a BIG part of making that happen!
I'm gathering songs now that I feel will reach countless people, and I'm excited to get in the studio and start this process. So please consider supporting this project financially, and more importantly through your prayers. Another way to help is by spreading the word. Like and share this on your FaceBook page, post this video on your wall and Twitter, website or blog. Tell your friends and family members...GET THE WORD OUT!!
Please note- These are only pledges. We only have a MONTH! If we don't meet the goal no one will be charged for their pledge... so that means no rewards.
Any help will be truly appreciated!
God bless,
Risks and challenges
A challenge or risk about completing this project is the factor of time. Studios already have sessions booked, and I can't book the sessions until I have the funds. I'm pretty confident that there should not be a problem, but it may take a little longer than my estimated date, because of scheduling issues (producer, BGV's, studio availability).Learn about accountability on Kickstarter
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– Azkoyen celebrated "Occupational Hazard Prevention Week" with 1061 accident-free days
– Activities and training were held to prevent workplace accidents at the work centres belonging to the Azkoyen Group
The Azkoyen Group, the Spanish multinational technology company with headquarters in Navarre, specialised in the design, manufacture and marketing of advanced technology solutions held its "Occupational Hazard Prevention Week" on 2-6 October to commemorate more than 1000 days without a workplace accident resulting in medical leave from the plant. Specifically, there have been 1061 days since an accident.
The Occupational Hazard Prevention department at the Azkoyen Group has scheduled several activities to celebrate the 1000 days since an accident involving medical leave. Several activities related to the prevention of occupational hazards and workplace safety were held over the course of the week. Informational panels were also set up to continuously display information on the topic. Continuing with the training activities, a "Back School" was organised with the participation of physical therapists, who helped employees at the Peralta plant with a history of back problems or who work in positions that require the handling of heavy loads or that entail posture-related risks, showing them how to acquire healthy habits and improve their posture during their daily tasks. Different health professionals also participated, giving talks on psychosocial risks in the context of the psychosocial risk evaluations they have conducted over the past year in all departments of the company. Training was also given to a team of 50 employees responsible for evacuations as part of the updating of the emergency plan, recently updated as the result of the work done in all the buildings at the Peralta factory last summer. All these activities are intended to reduce workplace accidents and improve safety levels.
Human Resources Director Óscar González and Occupational Hazard Prevention Department Manager Iñigo Ayesa have stated that the historic landmark of 1000 days without an accident involving time off work is the result of many years of effort and investment in the area of prevention, which has managed to instil a culture of prevention throughout the organisation, resulting in these terrific results.
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Performance evaluation of a robot-assisted catheter operating system with haptic feedback
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In this paper, a novel robot-assisted catheter operating system (RCOS) has been proposed as a method to reduce physical stress and X-ray exposure time to physicians during endovascular procedures. The unique design of this system allows the physician to apply conventional bedside catheterization skills (advance, retreat and rotate) to an input catheter, which is placed at the master side to control another patient catheter placed at the slave side. For this purpose, a magnetorheological (MR) fluids-based master haptic interface has been developed to measure the axial and radial motions of an input catheter, as well as to provide the haptic feedback to the physician during the operation. In order to achieve a quick response of the haptic force in the master haptic interface, a hall sensor-based closed-loop control strategy is employed. In slave side, a catheter manipulator is presented to deliver the patient catheter, according to position commands received from the master haptic interface. The contact forces between the patient catheter and blood vessel system can be measured by designed force sensor unit of catheter manipulator. Four levels of haptic force are provided to make the operator aware of the resistance encountered by the patient catheter during the insertion procedure. The catheter manipulator was evaluated for precision positioning. The time lag from the sensed motion to replicated motion is tested. To verify the efficacy of the proposed haptic feedback method, the evaluation experiments in vitro are carried out. The results demonstrate that the proposed system has the ability to enable decreasing the contact forces between the catheter and vasculature.
KeywordsRobot-assisted catheter operating system (RCOS) Magnetorheological (MR) fluids Haptic interface Catheter manipulator Haptic feedback
This research is partly supported by National High-tech Research and Development Program (863 Program) of China (No.2015AA043202), and SPS KAKENHI Grant Number 15 K2120.
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Holachef is about bringing fresh, chef-crafted meals to consumers. It's about breaking the routine and dullness of ordering in food. From simple comfort to exotic dishes, it's the perfect solution to a situation when someone is not cooking at home and does not want to go out either. Holachef is a paradigm shift from consuming packaged and processed food to eating freshly made dishes.
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My kindergartners are beginning to write. We've been writing all year, but now I can actually read most of what they have written. We've been working really hard on our pennmanship and focussing on writing inside those lines. Now, our focus is on space, not "Space the Find Frontier" but the space that should be between our words. We've been using the space people from my Write Away! Writing Prompts for K and 1st and it is working! I printed out the little space people and laminated them before taping them to the ends of the large colored craft sticks.
Before letting the kids use them, I spent a few days demonstrating how to use them. We went over all the necessary rules of not writing on the sticks, only use them to help with spacing and blah, blah, blah.
Today I snapped a few pictures of my kids using them. I can see a difference in their writing already. The big bonus is now they can read their writing back to me, because it has spaces.
Spacing Between Words
Posted by Tiffani Mugurussa at 5:33 PM
Labels: Writing
3 comments:
- Anactualfan said...
Such a cute idea! Thanks for sharing:)
- March 24, 2015 at 6:25 PM
- N said...
I just started using these for the first time in my five year old classroom. I have seen the idea floating around for years. However upon using this my first time, I have two left-handed students that are having trouble using it. Any suggestions?
- March 31, 2016 at 7:52 PM
- carolyn said...
Do you have a link for the spacemen?
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When it comes to your body there are many healthy choices that you are likely making while in drug treatment aftercare. You're probably becoming more aware of your thoughts and choices. You're probably recognizing what behaviors are unhealthy and those that are working for you.
Having clarity of mind is important to have in order to function in life. It's also important to have clarity of mind during recovery in order to make decisions that promote recovery and well being. Fortunately, fuzzy thinking or brain fog is a temporary symptom that only lasts for a few weeks after detoxification. However, for others, it may remain for a few months.
Fuzzy thinking feels different for everyone. However, in general, it is the experience of an unclear mind. To be more specific, the following are physical symptoms of what fuzzy thinking might feel like:
If this is the way you feel in your recovery, healthy eating alone can change all this. Here is a list of tips to keep in mind when you're eating, planning your weekly meals, and/or eating out with friends:
Choose to eat foods that will create optimal health. Everyone's physical health will require different foods. However, in general there are common healthy choices to make, such as deciding not to have dessert, choosing fruits instead of cookies for sweets, or staying away from sugar and sugar substitutes. In addition to the basic healthy food choices, you might also be aware of the unique foods your body needs. You might have uncovered that your body doesn't respond well to dried fruit or caffeine. Following common healthy food choices as well as the signs that your body gives you can contribute to creating optimal health in your body and minimize unclear thinking.
Avoid using food as a reward or as a way to help yourself feel better. People turn to eating for all sorts of reasons. They might have just won a sports game and feel like they deserve an ice cream. They might be feeling sad and want to indulge in a piece of chocolate cake. Foods are not there to tend to our emotional needs. Food is simply a tool to give your body and brain the energy it needs. When you see food in this way, you'll be less likely to turn to it when you're angry, sad, or feeling victorious.
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I'm not a big fan of Rascal Flatts music but coming home a couple nights ago I heard "Stand" and, being one of their first songs, I had forgotten it and the words. But they are really good lyrics (I think they would have been better sung by someone else but who am I) and while they talk of personal strength, I hear a different strength in the words. A strength that I can not find on my own to stand but one that I am given each day a strength from somewhere other than myself. Stand, how do you stand when life "feels like a candle in a hurricane"? Stand. How when it feels "like a novel with the end ripped out"? How exactly to do you stand? Well in the words of the song lyrics "you bend til you break, cause it's all you can take, on your knees you look up, decide you've had enough, you get mad, you get strong, wipe your hands, shake it off, then you stand". IF ONLY!!!! Many of us have had times in our lives where it just seems like the life we were handed is a tragedy written and played out by Shakespeare himself. Written for love and life, with a few bumps in the script, and ending with heartless tragedy. Then how, in all of that play we live can we stand?
While I like this song (and if you haven't heard it look it up), I find that the words find inner strength that, after awhile, we muster up and become strong. And I know that to be true because of my past experiences in 'mustering up', 'getting over it', 'having enough', and getting up and standing. While that worked for the inner me, the one and only me, it didn't work for my life. Because even tho I was standing on the outside, I was falling apart on the inside and eventually, in one way or another, that would come out...usually in a bad way. Over the past 3 years, God has been working on those parts of my life that I have "had enough with" and "buried deep inside" and He alone worked me through many things and is still working thru many things in my life. But, and like many of us, I want to do things on my own, that's what it means to be grown -up, adult....right? Well, that's a very touchy debatable place in many lives...some say yes, others say that you can't do anything alone. In these days and weeks of my recent life, I have had to stand when I didn't want to, be part of a family when running away and hiding seemed more logical, and in the end I have had to stand in the midst of a hurricane without my inner self (because she ran and hid...really she did).
Paul touched on many things in his letters to believers one of those things was being able to stand in faith thru grace. In Romans 5:1-5, Paul says (I don't know who he's talking or writting too by the way) "1..since we have beenjustified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, 2 through whom we have gained access by faith into the grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. 3 Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perserverance; 4 perserverance, character; and character, hope. 5 And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit..." I keep being told that Lee and I are doing well, that its a process to move thru these times of dispare, anguish, heartache, disappointment, anger, and sadness. But when it comes right down to it, in looking at us every day (only from the inside mind you), we are not the ones moving. We would be happy living every moment in our dispare, anguish, heartache, disappointment, anger, and sadness...trust me I know I would, it would be much easier and safer for me personally. But we are being moved, moved in a direction that we can not stop because somewhere in our lives we decided to stand in faith because God placed His grace over our lives. And with that we were given hope to be able to stand thru the sufferings of this life, this Shakespearien tragedy that didn't just end but forced a continuance with our daughters, our son's friends, and others around us. I never knew, and still don't know, what it means to "stand" not really but somewhere in my life the tragedy that is being played out holds hope in the end. A hope that I can not see and a hope that is giving me grace to stand. So I wonder today, because even tho I do not wish anyone this life story tragedy, what tragedy are you living thru? What winds of the hurricane are causing your candle to get blown around? And how do you see your tragedy ending? Does it end like all of Shakespeare's tragedies or does it actually have a next act or paragraph after the tragedy? I can't tell you how to stand thru this time, I can only say that this is a moment and thru faith I have grace on which to stand. What are you standing on?
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
I'm not a big fan of Rascal Flatts music but coming home a couple nights ago I heard "Stand" and, being one of their first songs, I had forgotten it and the words. But they are really good lyrics (I think they would have been better sung by someone else but who am I) and while they talk of personal strength, I hear a different strength in the words. A strength that I can not find on my own to stand but one that I am given each day a strength from somewhere other than myself. Stand, how do you stand when life "feels like a candle in a hurricane"? Stand. How when it feels "like a novel with the end ripped out"? How exactly to do you stand? Well in the words of the song lyrics "you bend til you break, cause it's all you can take, on your knees you look up, decide you've had enough, you get mad, you get strong, wipe your hands, shake it off, then you stand". IF ONLY!!!! Many of us have had times in our lives where it just seems like the life we were handed is a tragedy written and played out by Shakespeare himself. Written for love and life, with a few bumps in the script, and ending with heartless tragedy. Then how, in all of that play we live can we stand?
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Monday, May 24, 2010
Faith to Nothing or Nothing to Faith?
We went to church yesterday morning, the first time since Mother's Day and for the first time we honestly didn't have a sense of the Holy Spirit. Odd, especially for me and Lee, it seems as though from the first day we walked into Grace we felt the move of God. Trust me, He moved a miracle in our lives so we have a small idea of what that move feels like. But yesterday, it was unmoving, non-realistic almost. And maybe a large portion of that feel is because we are dealing with disappointment and anger. Those emotions and feelings have and are clouding a lot of our faith, both individual and joint. I hope that we have our faith, I hope that somewhere in the past 4 weeks we haven't lost it in the midst of our trials. But somewhere in the midst of these past weeks, we have found that we are drifting away or building walls. Something that both of us worked on to destroy for many years with God's help and direction. So what do we do with this place tht we are in, the anger that we desperately tried to quelch with no success, the disappointment that we are dwelling in? Nothing.
I don't know about you but to me faith does not come from the world in my (and only my opinion) faith comes from God, through His Holy Spirit, by my trust in Jesus Christ. That's a long list of people to get to me huh? Last spring we took Experiencing God and in one of the sessions we discussed faith and what it meant to us. I think this is the first time that I realized that faith was small in me but that was all I needed. In Matt 17: 20 Jesus was talking (to someone in a parable) and said "Because you have so little faith, I tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain "move from here to there" and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you." I believe more then ever that I have very little faith. I am struggling to stay focused on God and the more I struggle the more difficult it is. And I feel alienated from God to the point that I don't know how to get through this wall back to Him. But yesterday, during worship, we sang a hymn and somewhere deep in me my spirit jumped. That was the first time I've felt this in a while and, even though I was crying, I could feel Jesus put his arms around me and hold onto me. It was only a second, just a fleeting moment but I could feel Him. I don't know if Lee had that feeling but I know that I did and I remembered Jesus's words above, that I do not have to have a mound of faith to get to Him. That my small amount of faith is enough and He will do the rest.
So while I sit here this morning, crying over words on Facebook, I wonder what faith you do or don't have in you? Do you have faith enough to get thru one small or one large trial? Remember, it's only a mustard seed of faith that is needed, that's all God will do the rest.
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Thursday, May 20, 2010
Have you ever really looked at a rope that is frayed? Or tried to tie or sew something up with one strand of thread? The strands don't usually withstand the strain of what you are using the rope or thread for. That's why we double over our thread when we sew either by hand or machine, the threads do not stand alone, there are two (and when I sew usually 4 or 5). When we tie something to secure it we find the best rope we can, one that isn't dry rotted or frayed, we want the entire rope to be together in order to hold whatever it is we want to hold.
Our lives are the same way, we, alone, are one strand of thread or one lonely strand of rope barely holding on to whatever it is our life is part of at that time. I'm very much that way, a loner, always have been from a very young age even through my adult life. I would struggle and fight through anything in order not to ask or look for help. I don't know why and I can't speculate I just know that is me, and I have been fighting that me for about 3 yrs now to change. There is many reasons why things happen or don't happen, and I don't guess as to why that is or for what purpose there is to those things. But 18 years ago I met and married Lee and when I met him and we were married, I wasn't thinking about the future or what would or would not happen in our intertwined lives, I was thinking only of myself and the moment of love that I had for him at that time. But God knew something more than me, He knew that I was truly a weak and unsteady person deep down and that Lee was the strength that I needed. Last week, my best friend's daughter ran away and got married, not for any good reason and not for any bad reason she just did. And I have tried to reach out to her and let her know that there are reasons for their marriage that are both good and bad. And I asked her to pray, something that I didn't do when I was first married or for the first 15 yrs of my marriage, for a strong husband who was able to carry a burden when she would not be able to bear it alone. She never responded.
In Ecclesiastes 4 God talks about oppresion, toil, friendlessness and how those thing affect our lives. In 4:12 He says "though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken." I believe that God is preparing a hard-hearted, strong minded person to be weakened and alone. Although the verse ends with "three strands" that is not where the cord ends. In my life, I have right now strands of cords that are intertwined in my life from all over the world. They are prayer warriers, friends, family, children, and adults lifting Lee and I up and up and up without our direct knowledge. These strands of cords are what hold us in this time of toil and oppresion without our strands of cords surrounding us we would be that single strand of thread or the frayed rope trying to do something on our own that we could not accomplish and we would break.
I have no reasoning for what my family and our friends are going through, I have no words that can explain it to you but there was a reason for us to be corded together some years ago. It was for this time, this moment, these days both behind and ahead. Alone we are weak and will break, but corded together nothing can overcome us. What strands of cords are in your life that you don't see right now? What strands of cords in your life do you need? Believe it or not, you will need those strands and they start with God. He will, in whatever way He does it, pull strands to your life. Its up to you to interwine them together.
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Thursday, May 13, 2010
Praise Through the Storm
"I'll praise You in this storm and I will raise my hands. For You are who You are no matter where I am. And every tear I cry, You hold in Your hands. You've never left my side - although my heart is torn. I will praise You in this storm." (Casting Crowns)
I have lived in many places in America from Northern Michigan to Western Oregon, and it seems that no matter where I go, there are storms. When I was little the storms in Wyoming didn't scare me until we had to evacuate our home due to a tornado on the outskirts of Casper. That's when I started to realize that storms were dangerous, that you could lose your home, security, life, and there was nothing that could be done about it. No warning, no preparation, nothing.
I've always had a hard core and outer shell. I could take and go thru anything no matter what I could be strong. I wasn't afraid of the pending storms that may be in the horizion I would buckle down and press thru, albeit on my own accord - something that I have been worked on by God, turning over the problems and storms over to Him. Almost three weeks ago, Lee and I lost our son, Kaleb, to injuries in a car accident along with his best friend, Thad. It feels like parts of my heart are gone and I just don't know where to find it. As soon as we get a good day, it turns to a bad night. The storms are much closer to us then on the horizion, they are in our house. They flare and wither and come and go; running from them is impossible (trust me we've tried).
The song Praise You in this Storm, by Casting Crowns, has been a song I have loved and used for praise foundation for me. The words of this song worked me thru my father's illness and death, my older brother's sever illness and continuing injuries, and last week I turned to it once again. I have been lacking in time with God, except to talk to Him in the bathroom or on the way to work or over the boys' graves. Does that count? I'm not sure but I'm counting it.
I don't know how to praise in a storm like this, and I don't know when to praise in a storm like this, but in James 3:15 - someone says - "is any one of you is in trouble? He should pray, is any one happy? He should sing songs of praise." "In trouble", the storm of life is stirring in our house and lives, its wind is building and trouble is on the horizion. I think I'm in trouble. "He should pray", my time talking to God even tho not in prayer typical form, is my praying. He hears all things, He knows all hurts, and He alone is my comforter."Happy" I am far from happy, far from getting thru this storm that seems to not want to ebb, so how do I see 'happy'. I know without a doubt that our sons are safe, they are closely being held but Jesus, even tho we are in pain - I know they are waiting for us. "Sing songs of praise", the song above is on my cell phone as my ringtone. I did that so everytime someone calls me I would remember that this is just a storm and God is going to provide a way out and I can let Him lead the way (if I just would). I also set this song for Thad's mom to hear when she calls me (which is a lot), we don't talk about our faith right now but I want her to remember that I love her and God loves her too.
I'll praise You in this storm...hard as it may be, I remember everytime that I hear those words that God is taking care of getting us (me) thru the storm. What storm are you going thru? I don't pretend to know or want to know what others are going thru, but I can tell you that anything you are going thru is just a storm and not a life. How you get thru it will depend on how much you allow God to guide you. So what are you doing with your storm?
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Monday, May 10, 2010
I don't know how many of you readers have children, or to that fact, girls. I don't know why but girls are much more work then boys, not that they are more deserving or more in need of attention, they are just more work. They are, whether they want to be or not, higher maintenance. They wait for your undivided attention, which means 'put down your stuff and look me in the eyes', where boys can multi-task and work with you while talking - for the most part. Girls seem to hold onto your skirt and boys, after a while, tend to stand in front of you almost protecting. I have two girls, that are mine, and one that has become part of our family. And, I'm not sure why exactly, but my two girls long to be around Lee and I, and that has trickled over to Lizzie, our other girl. When Lizzie first came to our home, she spent most of her time upstairs or down here with Kaleb, but never just downstairs with us. That changed slowly over the past months, and with Kaleb, Jennifer, and Sydney's example, Lizzie has started to become one of our family.
This morning, I was struggling with a word from God, anything that woudl be comforting in this time of grief and fear. What was funny is out of nowhere, and after looking for anything in God's word, Jennifer came downstairs and the word "girls" came to my mind. So I looked up the word at crosswalk.com, and while there were a lot of references, one name kept coming to mind - Ruth. I read Ruth several, several months ago, but her name kept coming to mind, so I looked up her name and this jumped out at me : Ruth 1:15 - 17 : "Look" said Naomi "you're sister-in-law is going back to her people to her gods. Go with her." But Ruth replied "Do not urge me to leave you or turn back from you. Where you go I will go where you stay I will stay. Your people are my people, your God is my God. Where you die I will die and be buried. May the Lord deal with me, be it ever so severely, if anything but death separates you from me." If you don't know Ruth's story, she was Naomi's daughter in law, and Naomi lost her husband and all of her sons in a matter of a very short time. When Naomi left the home she was in with her husband, she went home to her homeland, and Ruth went with her, took care of her, loved her, worked for her and did not leave her. Naomi did not have any daughters but this daughter in law stepped into the position of Naomi's child, became the one child that Naomi did not bear but nonetheless Ruth stepped into that position.
Lizzie has stepped into very big shoes, Kaleb's shoes. Kaleb was Sydney's at home teacher for this time before EOGs and last night Lizzie took that position. Lizzie has become Jennifer's friend and confident. She has become a child that I did not bear, that we did not raise, that was not a fulltime family member until January 2010. Just like Ruth, Lizzie without saying has become our daughter in more ways than one.
I don't know how many of you have children that are not yours but I can only say that if there are children or a child in your home that was not born of your home take them in like they are yours. Don't allow them to forget or remove themselves completely from their biological parents (unless of course it is completely warranted), but make them part of your life and I'm betting that in the near future you will, in one way or another, hear Ruth's words. These words are also words that God wants us to remember, we should live in His presence and not want to leave Him. In every way, when I was looking for comfort, God gave me something more, He gave me girls, He gave me Him.
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Thursday, May 6, 2010
Seasons of Change
Last year I wrote about Kaleb, our son, and his upcoming baptisim. For many of you, you know that Kaleb and his best friend, Thad (like a second son) passed away from injuries in a car accident they were in on April 24th. I was going back and reading my blogs and found 'changes of light' and relived writing that blog for a little while and then shared that page with family, new and old friends, and some acquaintences on facebook. Lee and I have received 100s of facebook notes and words of encouragement and there is little that we can do to express our appreciation of friends who make statements and commnets on our pages. Cards from people we have never met and emails and requests from those connected to the boys in some way. Our close and dear friends, Thad's parents, are not on facebook, that I am aware, but something in me wishes that they were. I treasure going to Kaleb's facebook page and reading some of the things his friends put on his wall, simple things from "i miss you" to "i love you". And some part of me wishes our friends had that opportunity too.
I can't say much about these two boys that most have not heard or would not think of, except that when you needed to smile they were the first to find something to pick on you or someone close in order to bring a smile to your face. I know that both of our boys were strong believers and knew (now know) Christ personally. Kaleb would tell me little stories about helping people randomly and telling them that it was not him and before he knew Christ he wouldn't have thought about helping. Thad didn't have to say much, his t-shirt said most of it "I love haters". Even tho this was probably a funny to him at first, I think it sung true of Thad's spirit. "I love haters" which they did, it was hard to find any one person that the boys didn't truly like or care for to the point of discontent and to find anyone who felt the same about them.
I have told other friends that I don't know how people who don't know Jesus have survived through the loss of a child, and I still don't know how those people do it. I know one, unsaved, distant family member who went through a similar situation and today, she is still living in her sons death. Not moving forward - not healing. I don't claim to be an expert on healing, more of an expert on avoidance but I can say that if God had not worked a miracle in our lives 2 yrs ago, I would be curled up in a ball in the corner of the closet. This person that is typing is not of herself; I am weak, vulnerable, tired, hurting, afraid and a little lonely; and somewhere in the mix is the Spirit of God. He is urging me forward, He is giving me comfort, He is giving me peace, and He is reminding me daily that my grieving is ok and that He understands.
"though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord holds him up with His hands."
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Children are prone to dehydrating quicker than adults and can lose fluid through sweat, fever, vomiting and diarrhoea. It is vital that you spot the signs of dehydration as it can be severe and in some cases life-threatening.
How To Spot The Signs Of Dehydration
The following signs could mean your child is dehydrated:
• More than 5 hours without urinating
• Dark yellow urine
• Lethargic
• No tears when crying
The following signs could mean your child is severely dehydrated:
• Hands and feet feel cold
• Lightheaded or dizziness
• Sleepy or irritable
• Sunken eyes
What Do I Do If My Child Is Dehydrated
Children can become dehydrated extremely quickly, that's why when you spot the signs of dehydration you need to move fast. Electrolyte liquids are a great way to rehydrate the body. If you are near a pharmacy take your child to seek medical advice. If you happen to be on the road or nowhere near medical help, try and get your child a sports drink. These are often a good way to rehydrate quickly.
If your child is severely dehydrated, take them to the closest hospital, it is most likely they will need and IV tube until rehydrated.
How Can I Prevent Dehydration
Make sure your child drinks plenty of fluids, especially when they are unwell or if the weather is hot. Try to avoid fizzy drinks.
Be alert and look for the symptoms especially if your child:
Has a fever:
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If it is a very hot day or your child has been doing lots of activities then you will need to increase your child's intake of fluids.
Has Diarrhoea:
If your child has a stomach bug or food poisoning they will lose fluid at a scarily rapid pace. Stay away from flavoured drinks and encourage your child to drink lots of water.
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