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Debbie Wosskow, Love Home Swap
The serial entrepreneur talks to Business Voice about finding success in the sharing economy – and helping other women to do the same
Q. You sold home-exchange club Love Home Swap for £40m this summer. What was it about that business that you think made it a success?
A. It's about a range of different things. Firstly, it's about being the ultimate consumer of the product personally. The idea for Love Home Swap sprung from a vacation I wish I had just had with my small children. I wanted to go and stay in a home that matched my own somewhere else in the world, so what was it I needed as a target customer of the service?
Secondly, you have to be part of the zeitgeist. For me, it was being part of what became known as the sharing economy. I was at the forefront of that, as I led the government review into the sharing economy, but if you look back even a decade, Airbnb hadn't been invented.
The third thing was the way in which we developed the business. We created swap points to expand how people could swap their properties. It became clear we were developing timeshare 2.0 and for that reason Wyndham, specifically its RCI business, was a great investor and eventual acquirer of Love Home Swap.
Q. So you took investment from Wyndham before selling to them. What's your view on how big business can collaborate with start-ups and tech savvy businesses to overcome the challenges that they may have found in terms of embracing technology?
A. Our partnership has been really important. What we brought to the table was the ability to run at speed, innovate, fail fast and to deploy a team that would have been quite difficult for a big corporate to find and hire. What they brought to us were some very practical things around reach and scale.
We were the first early stage investment the group had ever made, and I think that they continue to make more because it's a model that's worked well for them.
Q. What was the biggest challenge growing LoveHomeSwap?
A. Finding scale and waiting for that moment when growth takes off. When I first pitched to investors for Love Home Swap, I was roundly told by a range of investors that nobody would ever stay in a stranger's home. Fast forward to where we are now and my mother stays in Airbnbs – and she's not a natural early adopter of the sharing economy.
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Execution is everything. You can have the idea but it's not going to get you anywhere without the boring stuff
Q. What was the best lesson you've learnt?
A. Execution is everything. You can have the idea but it's not going to get you anywhere without the boring stuff. It's about being clear on the numbers and the targets and driving a team towards an audience.
Q. It's coming up to a year since you launched your next venture, AllBright. Can you explain a little more about that business and what you see as the biggest opportunities for it?
A. We're driven by a desire to combine profit with purpose. The mission is about making the UK the best place in the world to be a working woman – because currently the situation is pretty dire: last year only 2.17 per cent of all capital globally went to a female CEO. On the other side of the table, only 7 per cent of investors are women. In spite of all of this, women get great returns – better returns than men.
So together with Anna Jones, who was the CEO of Hearst, we have a small venture capital fund that backs female entrepreneurs, which we're hoping to grow and develop over time.
We have the AllBright Academy that runs a series of courses to help female entrepreneurs get started (one in ten women in the UK say they want to start their own business, but they don't), or people who have started and want to scale up. We run 12-week programmes, but also shorter, modular courses that you can do over three evenings. We're really building a girl gang of entrepreneurs who are there to support each other.
And what we've realised over the past year is that there's a big need to get women together in a room. So we're launching the first members club for working women, which is called The AllBright, in Bloomsbury, central London, which will open its doors early next year.
Q. Do you think the UK is particularly bad at supporting women entrepreneurs?
A. As a woman in the US, you're twice as likely to start a business as a woman in the UK. That to me is quite powerful, so something is not working in the UK system here.
It's got to be about diversity, because if you look at my own relationship with Anna, we're from very different backgrounds. Anna had a very elegant corporate career and she was the first female CEO of a media company. Mine was much scrappier because I've built and sold these businesses. I think I've got an awesome business partner and we're able to do great things because we're from very different backgrounds. But how do we manifest that for other women?
Frankly, a year ago, we were told that there were no great female founders to back
Q. You've already invested in six businesses, but how much of a difference do you think you can make?
A. Frankly, a year ago, we were told that there were no great female founders to back. By demonstrating that we can raise capital to open a separate workspace for women, we shocked a lot of people.
And if you look at our investor base behind The AllBright, we have three big property companies investing because people are now looking at how people want to work differently, flexibly, and what that means for women.
Q. From your work with Sharing Economy UK, and on Sadiq Khan's business panel, you're no stranger to lobbying for business interests. So what's your take on the current business environment and how the UK government supports innovation and entrepreneurship?
A. For me, the current lack of dialogue around entrepreneurship is a real shift compared to the coalition and Cameron governments where it was very front and centre, with the creation of Tech City, for example. A lot of the initiatives that I was involved with via Number 10 aren't there anymore.
I think it's quite a worrying time when there are conversations floating around about constraining or rethinking the Enterprise Investment Scheme, which is the absolute lifeblood of angel investors – one of the things that we are very good at in the UK.
We also need to prioritise digital skills as we're getting left behind by certain other countries.
Having said that, my involvement on something like the business panel with Sadiq Khan is super positive. Entrepreneurs will always find a way, but I think the political environment and support of entrepreneurship is not as friendly as it was before the Brexit vote.
Q. Ending on a more personal note, AllBright, is your fourth start-up, so what's your best advice to others looking to do something similar?
A. Have a really thick skin. Not everybody is going to like you, not everyone is going to think what you're doing is great and positive. It doesn't matter. Don't worry about being liked, worry about being professional and results driven. For women, in particular, that's something that holds them back.
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This page provides you with a variety of information about the challenge that you might find useful.
The High Atlas Mountain Bike Challenge is graded as tough, and as such it is suitable for participants who have previously done some long distance cycling but who want to get out of their comfort zone, and challenge themselves to a higher level. A good level of training is strongly advised to take part in this challenge.
During your Atlas Mountain Bike challenge you will be:
Currency: The national currency is the Dirham, which is divided into 100 centimes.
For up to date currency exchange, go to www.xe.com.
Currency regulations: The Dirham is officially designated as a closed currency meaning it can only be traded within Morocco; however, Dirhams are being sold and bought in travel agencies and at major airports in several countries (notably the UK). The import and export of the currency is tolerated up to a limit of 1000DH. Currency purchased during a visit to Morocco should be converted back before departing the country, with the exception of the 1000Dh level.
ATMs: There are ATMs available at the airport near to the hotel in Marrakech. This is the best source of obtaining currency whilst you are in Morocco.
Credit cards: Although you should bring one in case of emergencies, we do not recommend you rely on a credit card in the rural area of your challenge.
How much to bring: You will not need a large amount of money during this trip as most expenses are covered. However, approximately £200 is recommended for gifts, souvenirs, alcohol & tipping. Euros and US$ can all be exchanged on arrival (GBP are much harder to change).
Tipping: Tipping is personal and at your sole discretion. You should only tip if you feel that you have received good service. We recommend approx. £5/US$8 per person per challenge day and this should be given to the challenge leader at the end of the challenge who will distribute it evenly among the support team.
For UK passport holders a full passport is required but no visa. You must have at least six months to run on your passport from the end of the challenge. Ensure your passport is stamped on arrival. Non UK passport holders should consult their nearest Moroccan embassy regarding visa requirements.
For up to date vaccination information please check the NHS travel website Fit for Travel at: http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations.aspx. Although the Charity Challenge team are travel professionals, they are not medical experts and we would encourage you to visit your GP or travel nurse to discuss vaccination requirements.
You will be flying from London to Marrakech and returning via the same route. The flight will take approx. 3 1/2 hrs. Your flight tickets will be issued to you at the airport. If you choose to book your own flights you must confirm with the Charity Challenge office before paying otherwise you may be liable for your included group flights (please contact email@example.com for further assistance).
It is a condition of booking that you have a suitable travel insurance policy whilst participating on the challenge. We have a special policy which covers among other things, medical (emergency, evacuation and repatriation) arrangements, cancellation and curtailment of the challenge, and more specifically for the adventurous activities undertaken on this challenge. If you have your own travel insurance policy, you must ensure that it provides at least the same level of cover as our recommended policy, including protecting the charity in the event of your cancellation 56 days or less prior to departure. If you choose not to purchase our recommended policy when you book we will send you a disclaimer which you should complete and return.
For more general travel insurance questions, please refer to our main FAQs page.
Each group is intended to be a minimum of 16 people in order to run and a maximum of approximately 30 people due to the wilderness environment in which the challenge takes place. We will be able to run this challenge for 10 to 15 people by charging a small group supplement of £50 which will be added to your final balance invoice (self funders) or charged to your charity (minimum sponsorship or flexi).
We employ a number of first aid qualified challenge leaders, all of whom speak fluent English. They will be ultimately responsible for the running of the itinerary and the safety of your group.
The mountain bikes that we use are some of the best available in Morocco, although you should not expect them to be as high-spec as some that are now available in the UK. Sizes range from 15 - 21" and come equipped with off-road tyres and multi-use pedals. Some (but not all) have disc brakes and all come with bells and water holders. It is not possible to fit your own pedals, but you may bring your own saddle if you wish. We have plenty of spares and our helpful mechanics are on hand at all times to help with repairs or adjustments.
Early mornings will immediately warm as soon as the sun rises, and the days will be hot and bright. As soon as the sun sets, the temperature drops radically and is often well below zero degrees. It is good practice to always pack for all weathers, but in general your challenge should be hot and dry, with cold evenings.
The trip starts on a well maintained dirt track in the mountains before it gets slightly narrow on the second day with mainly uphill sections. Occasionally single tracks are involved with even stony sections for some kilometers . However there is a big mixture of tarmac road on good dirt road on others, with one iconic day of cycling on a flat single trail through the valley of Ait Bougumez in the middle of the fields.
Try to keep luggage to an absolute minimum – details of what to pack are provided in your kit list. Your rucksack/holdall (suitcases are not appropriate) must not exceed the maximum weight limit of the airline you are flying with (usually 20kg, however do check this with the airline or contact our flights team if in doubt). Each day when you begin to ride, your personal kit will be transported to the next hotel. You will only need to have a handle bar bag or bum bag with you during the day and you will be able to access your day pack at rest stops.
While we will do everything to provide adequate safety for the group and security for your possessions, the general rule is that if you don't need it, don't bring it. This includes jewellery, necklaces, rings and even watches. Your passport and money should be kept on you at all times.
At Charity Challenge we are committed to sustainable and responsible tourism, and work closely with bodies such as the International Porter Protection Group and Climate Care to ensure that our challenges benefit the local environments and communities in which they take place. We ensure that all rubbish is disposed of responsibly, and following local guidelines on cultural and environmental protection and respect, we aim to limit our impact on the natural environment. In addition to taking these practical steps to ensure that our challenges are sustainable, we also make a contribution each year to a number of local community projects, so as to give something back directly to the communities that we visit. Since 2000 we have donated almost £200,000 to such projects, supporting a range of initiatives, including schooling for children in Africa, shelter for street children in Brazil, and Orang-utan conservation in Indonesia. We recommend that any gifts brought over for children are given to the UK challenge leader and distributed where needed by them and our local Ground Agent. If you wish to do more, you should consider buying drinks, postcards and souvenirs from the local vendors. For many, it is their sole source of income. For more information, please visit our Responsible Tourism pages, where you will be able to view a list of the projects that we currently support.
You will wake early (around sunrise), in time for a hearty breakfast. Cycling days will last between 4-8 hours, including breaks and snacks. You will have a leisurely, longer break for lunch around noon (picnic or cooked lunches will be provided). You will arrive at your accommodation each day before sunset. Most of the challenge takes place on dirt roads, with the occasional tarmac road.
During the challenge you will be staying mainly in tents and village houses, with shared toilets/shower facilities. You will be in a centrally located hotel in Marrakech. Please let Charity Challenge know if you are travelling with a friend or relative who you wish to share with, if not you will be roomed with someone of the same sex.
If you are travelling with a friend or partner who you wish to share with please ensure that you note this where appropriate when booking or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
You will be served a variety of Moroccan food. All meals are healthy and nourishing. Lunches will be either in the form of light snacks suitable for biking, or picnics. There will be plenty of food to satisfy hungry appetites, but please let Charity Challenge know if you have any specific dietary requirements.
NB. You will only be expected to carry water & any essentials you would carry on a day ride – our support team will take care of the rest of your luggage.
Good quality, durable kit could mean the difference between a fantastic challenge experience and an uncomfortable one. For your cycle challenge, padded cycling shorts and comfortable footwear are essential, and helmets are compulsory throughout. Training with your cycling shorts is definitely advised! You can bring equipment like clip-in pedals or a gel seat, if desired, in order to adapt your bike in country, and we would also recommend technical/wicking t-shirts rather than cotton shirts. A full kit list for this challenge can be found here and once you book you will have access to kit discounts with our partners The Outdoor Shop, Outdoorhire and Cotswold Outdoor.
During the challenge you will be staying mainly in tents and village houses, with shared toilets/shower facilities. You will be in a centrally located hotel in Marrakech with western style toilets.
WIFI and mobile phone reception will be available at the hotel in Marrakech. After leaving Marrakech, the mobile phone and WIFI signal will be limited.
Charity Challenge considers the safety of all of its participants and staff to be a top priority, and as such we have set up one of the most advanced and thorough safety management systems in the industry. In a nutshell, Our Challenge Safe brand formalises our ethos when it comes to safety, and brings together the procedures and risk management strategies that we use to audit all aspects of our challenges, from vehicles to accommodation to the activity itself. Your welfare is paramount!
In terms of your High Atlas Mountain Bike Challenge, there are a couple of important points that you should be aware of:
Full back-up support (by 4WD vehicles) will be close by and can be brought in should there be an emergency, or if you need to stop for any reason. The challenge is not run as a race and there is always a large discrepancy in people's cycling abilities. There will be a staff member at the back of the group at all times to ensure that no one is left behind and can take things at your own pace.
Training and fitness is definitely required. It is important that you work specifically on your stamina, leg and joint strength, core and balance in order to get as much out of the challenge as possible. You will be cycling everyday on varied terrain so get out on your bike as often as you can! You need to be able to sustain around 7-8 hours of cycling for 5 continuous days, so if you can then replicating this over a weekend would be fantastic training. In your Charity Challenge account you will find more comprehensive Fitness Training Notes. You can also look to join one of our training weekends.
We offer superb training weekends across various locations in the UK, from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon. These training weekends not only help you become physically prepared for the challenge, but our experienced instructors and leaders will talk you through your clothing and equipment, camp craft, health and wellbeing, trekking skills (walking on different terrain/at altitude/at night/using walking poles), teamwork on expedition and many more themes designed to make you get the most out of your challenge. The weekends are great ways for you to get out into the mountains of the UK, while also meeting other Charity Challengers and sharing your experiences. To read more about our training weekends, including dates and prices, check out our dedicated page here.
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The professional numismatists at Kagin's will be happy to provide you with a free verbal evaluation of your selected coins. However, if considerable time is required, due to the quantity of coins or extensive research involved, or if you request a written evaluation, a reasonable hourly fee will be assessed. Of course, if we purchase your coins, we will waive the appraisal fee.
The first thing we will want to do is obtain as much information about the items before we decide if it is beneficial to you to send them in for a formal evaluation. When the determination to proceed has been made, the items may be sent to us via registered-insured mail (insuring them for the maximum value that you feel they are worth). accompanied with an inventory specifying each item. ALL COINS AND PAPER MONEY ARE FULLY INSURED WHILE IN OUR POSSESSION.
For low value, relatively common items, such as average circulated coins struck in the last 100 years, or modern silver coins dated from the 1930′s to 1964, there is a general value range, which will be consistent with most dealers, give or take 5% to 10%. Exceptions might be rare dates or coins that survive in unusually high grade, for which collectors will pay a higher premium. In the case of exceptional coins, prices might vary from dealer to dealer, depending on how quickly and easily they can be resold. Simply put,a dealer with a ready buyer is apt to pay more for something than a dealer who might have to hold the material longer, searching for a buyer. At Kagin's we have a nationwide clientele of ready buyers. If we can't pay you top dollar, we will recommend someone in your area who can.
Rare coins are uncommon by nature and their value is based primarily on the demand from collectors. Modern bullion coins are relatively common, but contain precious metal. Their value is tied closely to the daily international gold and silver spot prices. We specialize in rare coins, not bullion items, although we have frequently provided competitive bullion coinage services to our established customers, upon request.
High value coins require consultation with a specialist in such items, whom can best advise you of the most effective method of selling based on the content of the collection. Although for some materials, auctions are sometimes the best method of sale, often a nationally prominent dealer can pay more than you would realize at auction, after the auction company's commission and buyers charge is factored in. Kagin's specializes in the finest and rarest numismatic properties, frequently paying record prices for extraordinary rarity or quality. Also , a private transaction can be completed in a matter of hours or a few days, rather than months.
First, you need to select a numismatic series that interests you. There are boundless ways to collect coins or paper money. A conversation with one of professional numismatists will provide you with a starting point for your pursuits. We will also suggest and provide you with books and articles on the subjects you are interested in.


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WARNING: The following post contains spoiler information on this week's TNG episode, "Peak Performance". Anyone not wishing spoilage should get away now. Honest. I've really seen it. Phew...that's better.
Well, remember last season, when "Conspiracy", the next-to-last show of the season, was TNG's best effort?
Hold on to those memories, because history has not chosen to repeat itself. Don't get me wrong--the episode was good. It just wasn't the wonder it could have been.
With that in mind, here's a quick summary of both plots: (one main, one sub)
Main Plot:
The Enterprise is sent to participate in a wargame against an 80-year-old Federation ship, the Hathaway. Some of the Enterprise's crew will be used on the Hathaway, this being in part a test of how well one reacts when one in unmanned AND outgunned. The justification of this is the "Borg threat", as Picard refers to it, which makes sense, since the Federation will most certainly be outmanned and outgunned when the Borg arrive.
Riker is sent to captain the Hathaway, and he takes with him just about all of the senior bridge officers, except for Data, who is serving as Picard's temporary first. Riker uses just about every trick in the book, and encourages his crew to do the same. They do, particularly Worf and Wesley, who must have been taking guile lessons along with his usual coursework.
Among these little 'tricks' is Worf playing with the Enterprise's sensors, to make the crew believe an enemy ship is coming out of nowhere at them. This tactic works quite well, and Picard naturally orders the code changed. However, a Ferengi ship then appears--a REAL Ferengi ship. Naturally, no one on the Enterprise believes it until it's too late. And, of course, neither the Enterprise nor the Hathaway have real weapons, this being a wargame. I'll leave the synopsis there, but the resolution is...interesting, to say the least.
Stationed on the Enterprise as an observer is a member of a race known throughout the Federation as master strategists. (Alas, I can no longer remember the name of the observer OR his race. Sigh.) Unfortunately, he's also a nasty sort. He also, as fate would have it, is a 'sixth-level adept' at a game called stratagema. Riker challenges him to a game, simply because it's an honor to play him, and is handily beaten. Then Pulaski, wanting to take the visitor down a peg, challenges him to play Data. Data, to everyone's surprise, loses. This is a tremendous blow to Data's self-confidence, and he spends much of the episode in his quarters trying to figure out what's wrong.
Okay. Now, it's random babble time:
I've started to think that having a single plot is ALWAYS preferable to a double plot. While there have been some multi-plot episodes that were incredibly well done ("The Emissary" comes to mind), I find that most of the best shows were single-plot. "Conspiracy", "Loud As a Whisper", "The Measure of a Man" (for the most part single-plot), "Q Who"; all had just one plot. Maybe it's me. Maybe not.
Much of this episode was wonderful. The effects, for example. The one glimpse we get of the illusory Romulan ship is superb to say the least; it swoops in as prettily as anything I've ever seen. The Ferengi ship was also well done, as were the games of stratagema (though I found myself thinking of the 'Domination' game in NEVER SAY NEVER AGAIN throughout those scenes).
Characterization was also quite good, for the most part. Riker was as good as I've ever seen him, Worf was excellent, Wesley actually did a good job (most of the time), and Picard was quite good. My main objection was Data: specifically, the subplot involving his loss of confidence. While his reactions do make some sense, this is hardly the first time he's had a setback like this. It would have been interesting, for example, if he'd recalled the guilt he felt when he fell for the Binars' trick in '11001001'. Apart from that, though, he did fine.
My main objection was to the plot. There were just too many questions lingering in my mind. Why was the Hathaway out there in the first place? Why did Starfleet specifically want the Enterprise there? And, for God's sake, HOW did Worf manage to break through the Ferengi's systems to project his second illusion? A few holes too many for my liking.
Now for a summing-up:
Plot: 7.3. A 7.5 for the main, and a 7 for the subplot.
Plot Handling: 8. A little better, but still room for improvement.
Characterization: 9.5. A tenth off for Data, and the rest for the observer. He was just too unlikeable.
Technical: 10. Nice effects, wonderful music. (I've put the Worf-glitch as a debit against the plot, if anyone's curious.)
TOTAL: 8.7---> 8.5. Again, a nice episode, but not wonderful.
Next Week:
The season finale, and Star Trek's first album episode. I hope they choose good clips, because the frame story looks horrible.
Tim Lynch (Cornell's first Astronomy Major)
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PS: To all those who have been avidly reading my posts as they arrive, and not waiting until you get to actually see the episodes, I must regretfully announce that next week's review will not appear at its usual time on Monday. I will be out of town from tomorrow to late Wednesday the 19th, and will not be able to post until then (mainly because I won't be able to see the episode 'til I get back). My apologies to you all.


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This is a very general explanation on the uses of this fine processing language, equally applicable on all Unix/Unix-alike systems, which may or may not use the GNU version of this command, gawk:
prompt> ls -l /bin/awk lrwxrwxrwx 1 root root 4 May 25 16:00 /bin/awk -> gawk
The awk command reads lines, e.g. a text file, but it examines colums on each line. This makes awk the perfect sysadmin companion.
When working with awk, there's only one simple rule you have to know: this command refers to each column using a dollar sign ($). To separate one column from another, field separators are used. Most likely, these are whitespaces, e.g. when you issue the ls -l command, which lists a 'columned' representation of files and their properties in a directory. In the examples below, we will assume that these column separators are whitespaces, as in this typical output (in this case, on a Linux machine, we had to filter out the first line of this command since it contains statistics on the total amount of files in a directory):
myprompt> ls -l | sed '1d' -r-xr-xr-x 1 tille tille 970637 Dec 4 2001 install.sh* -r--r--r-- 1 tille tille 2841 Dec 4 2001 javalogo52x88.gif drwxrwxr-x 3 tille tille 4096 Feb 19 2002 javaws/ -r--r--r-- 1 tille tille 15286 Dec 4 2001 Readme_de.html -r--r--r-- 1 tille tille 13161 Dec 4 2001 readme.html
The awk thinks of the first column as '$1'. The second column is '$2', the third '$3' and so on, as long as there are colums left. The entire line is refered to as '$0'
Thus, if we want awk to print the file size and name, colums 5 and 9 in the above example, we would use this command:
myprompt> ls -l | sed '1d' | awk '{print $5 $9}' 970637install.sh* 2841javalogo52x88.gif 4096javaws/ 15286Readme_de.html 13161readme.html
This is, however, not what we want, because it is rather unreadable. This gives better results:
myprompt> ls -l | sed '1d' | awk '{print $5 " " $9}' 970637 install.sh* 2841 javalogo52x88.gif 4096 javaws/ 15286 Readme_de.html 13161 readme.html
This is in fact equivalent to the expression
awk '{print $5, $9}'
The comma indicates to use the default field separator.
We can make this output even more understandable, for instance when generating a report on disk usage for your boss, using the -h option to the (GNU) ls command and the addition of a meaningful string, meanwhile switching the colums:
myprompt> ls -lh | sed '1d' | awk '{print $9 " is " $5 " in size."}' install.sh* is 948k in size. javalogo52x88.gif is 2.8k in size. javaws/ is 4.0k in size. Readme_de.html is 15k in size. readme.html is 13k in size.
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5 MORE Great Couches for your Office Break Room
Ok, so, in our last article, we talked a lot about how great furniture – sofa lounges in particular – are important for break rooms. As much as you want to be able to get every minute of productive energy from your employees, they're not robots, and they need time and a space to be able to recharge and reconnect with their peers.
We're going to do something a little bit different from earlier articles: instead of choosing sofas from different manufacturers, we're going to focus on sofas made by Arcadia.
Arcadia is a business that's been going since 1979, and their manufacturing company is located in Southern California, with a showroom in Chicago. They focus a lot of product design, customer satisfaction, and excellent value by providing furniture that's both innovative and made from the highest-quality materials.
- Achella
Trendy, innovative, and modern are only some of the words that one can use to describe the Achella couch. The Achella couch actually has three different styles: the traditional bench style, square, and circular.
Our advice here is to get the scalloped pattern around the edges for that additional flair, without sacrificing any comfort!
- Haven Benches
When you hear the word "haven", you probably think of "clean and pristine", and Arcadia does not disappoint with their Haven series!
The Haven bench series as single, double, and triple seating options, with or without arm rest. However, the one thing that won't change is the gorgeous white and charcoal pattern, and the simple and stylish appearance of the furniture.
- Hush Benches
When it comes to their Hush line, Arcadia promises to "seamlessly integrate plush seating with functional appeal", and it really does seem like a great choice for furniture in a quiet and sedate break room. If you want a break room where employees can just hang out and become relaxed, this is a great choice for you.
The Hush comes in double or triple seating options, and you can even choose a center table that fits with the design, so that you have a "seamless" theme as in your break room as well.
- Leaf Benches
Leaf benches are wonderfully simple and can be arranged into some many different patterns…just like, well, leaves! The benches can be used separately by each employee, or pieced together to create one long bench that's full of fun and color.
Aside from the gorgeous green and black pattern displayed here, the Leaf also comes in other color combinations as well, so you can just let your inner designer run wild!
- Leaflette Benches
Arcadia manages to raise the stakes when it comes to color and creativity with their Leaflette line! These gorgeous, single seating couches will add an explosion of color in any break room they are placed in, and they can be arranged in whatever pattern you like.
Another great thing about Leaflette benches is that they can be paired with tables or lounge chairs as well.
Arcadia also offers custom-design work, if you have your own ideas on what kind of lounge chairs would best fit your break room. They pride themselves on this individualized service that will provide you with unique, attractive, and eye-catching furniture that you can treasure for years to come! You can learn more about all these office furniture here.


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One of the things that Uncle Bob talks](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpkDN78P884) about a lot is architectures that allow you to defer decisions about frameworks and other dependencies as long as possible. If you follow that principle then your architecture will be decoupled from any such dependencies and therefor allow you to change it easier down the road. Probably the most common application of this thinking is in the decision around database technology (sql, nosql, filesystem, etc etc). One way you can defer this decision is by developing your application against a uniform data store abstraction that can have any concrete persistence wired up to it and use an in-memory implementation with it as long as possible.
I've been doing a lot of Ruby lately. As an exercise I wanted to create a good in-memory data store that would be general enough to use for a variety of applications without creating a specific type of backing data store. I started from a plain old hash:
class MemoryDataStore
def initialize
@storage = {}
Since I want to store many different types of entities in this data store, I envisioned a data structure like the following:
@storage = {
'foo-entity' => {
'123' => foo-entity-123
'456' => foo-entity-456
'bar-entity' => {
'123' => bar-entity-123
'456' => bar-entity-456
The keys in the top-level hash are the entity type names with a sub-hash for those entities id/value pairs. Here's what the code implementation looks like as an in-memory implementation:
class InMemoryDataStore
def initialize
@storage = {}
def save(klass, entity)
@storage[klass] ||= {}
entity.id ||= SecureRandom.uuid
@storage[klass][entity.id] = entity
def find_by_id(klass, id)
entities = @storage[klass] || {}
Alright so that works. But what if I want to look up an entity by some arbitrary attribute? For example, what if I want to look up a user by his name instead of just some database identifier? I decided to construct a query method that would locate an entity based on an attribute hash of options passed in:
def get(klass, options) do
entity = get(:user, { :name => "Ben" })
The implementation would only return a user if all of the options passed in were found on an entity in the data store. Since the options passed in is an arbitrary hash of attribute names to values we need to check if the entity has an attribute with the name of each option key and that the value returned by that attribute matches up with what's desired. Here's what it ended up looking like:
def get(klass, options)
entities = @storage[klass] || {}
entities.values.find do |entity|
options.all? do |opkey, opval|
entity.respondto?(opkey) && entity.send(opkey) == opval
Pete Higgins recently pointed out the Moneta project to me which accomplishes what I've done here in a more fully featured way, so if you're looking for something like the above you should check that out.
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Agriculture plays important role in the economy of Georgia. It is especially important for the population of the country's regions as it is their main source of income.
The major goal of this research is to analyze walnut value chain in Ajara region. This implies description of walnut production and sales processes, determination of advantages and disadvantages of the chain, and drafting of recommendations.
Georgian soil and climate is favorable for walnut cultivation. The plant is cultivated in every region of the country. Ajara is a leader in terms of production, followed by Shida Kartli, Kakheti, and Imereti.
In terms of production, walnut is not a leading plant for Ajara currently, however, the prices and demand on walnut are high, which indicates that the plant has interesting potential.


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Sather Tower, known to most as the Campanile, is perhaps UC Berkeley's most famous symbol. Visible for miles, it stands 307 feet tall and is the third tallest bell and clock-tower in the world. The observation platform, located 200 feet up, provides visitors with a spectacular view of the entire Bay Area and of the campus. It is reachable via the combination of an elevator and stairs. The Campanile was completed in 1914.
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Cayo Blanco, Cuba
December 12, 2010
One of the stops made during of the catamaran trip, we dropped by this beach for lunch. Make sure to bring your sunglasses if you're lucky enough to arrive without a cloud in the sky.
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Daily Update
Posted by Faye Bell on February 18, 2011 at 13:10:45:
With the second posting, I am including photos and descriptions of the other nine (9) new GWTW items that will be coming soon.
The photos above - from left to right - are as follows:
1. Figurine - Scarlett in Blue & White Mill Dress ($33.99)
2. Figurine - Scarlett in the White Ruffled Dress ($33.99)
3. Figurine - Scarlett in the Red/Burgundy Gown ($38.99)
4. Bell - Scarlett in the BBQ Dress ($17.99)
5. Bell - Scarlett in the Escaping From Atlanta Dress ($17.99)
6. Waterglobe - Scarlett & Ashley at the Paddocks ($42.99)
7. Waterglobe - Scarlett in the Red/Burgundy Gown ($42.99)
8. Waterglobe - Scarlett & Rhett in the Flaming Embrace Scene ($42.99)
9. Waterglobe - Scarlett in the White Ruffled Dress ($42.99)
Details of the items can be seen in either the FIGURINE Category or the MUSICAL Category of the web site: www.gwtwmemories.com
If you are interested in receiving these great new items as soon as they become available, you can place your order directly on the web site from their product sheets. As usual, your credit card will not be charged until the items are ready to be shipped to you.


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Tampere Troublemakers Presents:
The Finnish Premier of Burlesque Assassins
Enter the world of Burlesque and Espionage, Dictators and Assassins.
Set in the 1950's you will be taken back to a time of the cold war and poodle skirts, of intrigue and jive.
This will be an action packed evening featuring:
The Finnish Premier of Burlesque Assassins.
Followed with a live show that includes one of the film's stars:
Xarah Von Den Vielenregen (NL)
Joining her on stage will be:
- Holy Curves!
- The Valentino Sisters
- Gigi Praline
- Sir Willy Waterlily
- Marie la Mint
- Dixie Muffins
Pick up:
Maeu Darling & Jenssu Suicide
T.T. Tassel
Doors open 20:00
Introduction to the film 20:50
Film starts 21:00
Live shows after the film
(Limited ticket availability)
Tickets 18€ in advance 20€ on the door (subject to availability)
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
Burlesque Assassins!
I´m SO thrilled about this!!!!
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Open summary view of the Purchase order with "Open" status and click on Receive button:
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And save it.
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With the restaurant scene buzzing and social media taking over, it's hard not to find yourself friend's with a self-proclaimed foodie. So what better to gift them than something that supports their love of all things edible? While most foodies have a plethora of kitchen gadgets, below are my top picks for fun gifts that they likely haven't already given themselves.
Dottie Honey Pot | Anthropologie, $20
This honey pot is sure to make any honey-lover smitten. In fact, if anyone needs to buy me a gift this season, this bear is high up on my list (followed by every single mug at Anthropologie). The adorable bear is a show-stopper that is sure to be the focal point of any kitchen. The only thing cuter than the bear itself is his little wood dipper. And, because it's a neutral color, it won't clash with any kitchen setup. The Dottie Honey Pot is sure to be one the sweetest gives you'll give this holiday season. And if you're not positive if your foodie friend is a fan of honey, Anthropologie also has an amazing collection of mugs, dishes, and great pieces for entertaining – hello gorgeous cheese board or salt and pepper holders!
Cookie Jar | DIY, price varies
Everything tastes better when it's homemade with a little love (unless I'm the chef and then you may not want to take a bite). These cookie mix jars are a great, homemade way to spread the holiday cheer this season.And, they're easy to make in bulk so you can knock out a few gifts at once. You can buy a pack of mason jars in bulk, and then get all of the dry ingredients needed for the cookie dough mix. Just fill the jars, decorate, and write down the instructions on how to bake! Then, when your friend is craving some fresh, homemade cookies, he or she can just pour everything into a bowl, add the wet ingredients, and viola! Homemade cookies! While you can find recipes all over (just Google "cookie in a jar recipe" I love this one from Nestle.
Smitten Kitchen Every Day cookbook | Amazon, $20.98 (discounted from $35)
You can never have too many recipes – or at least that's what my friends who know how to cook say. The Smitten Kitchen cookbook is full of recipes that keep you, the reader, in mind. They are "real recipes for real people – people with busy lives who don't want to sacrifice flavor or quality to eat meals they're really excited about." Full of delicious recipes for every occasion, and with humor and honesty woven throughout, this cookbook is sure to be a staple in any kitchen.
Vinebox | Vinebox.com, $81 – $300
Vinebox is a personalized wine delivery subscription service that is perfect for your vino loving friend. Rather than sending full bottles of wine, Vinebox sends you three glasses of wine per month. If you fall in love with a glass, you then have the option to order a full bottle. This means you're never stuck paying for a full bottle of wine that you don't love. They also start by having you take a quiz so they know exactly what wines to deliver to your door.
For the holidays you can either buy someone a subscription for a set number of months, or you can visit their holiday section to purchase the 12 Nights of Wine pack for a boozy advent calendar.
Mother in Law's Kimchi DIY Kimchi Kit | MILkimchi.com $22
This fun gift gives your kimchi-lover everything they need to buy a Napa cabbage and turn it into homemade kimchi. It's a fun gift that keeps on giving – first the joy of putting together your kimchi kit, and then the excitement of getting to try your homemade kimchi after it's done fermenting. Order one for your friend, or gift it to yourself as a holiday treat! And with enough seasoning in the kit to make 4 quarts of kimchi, don't forget to tell your friend to let you do a taste test on the final product!
Milk Frother | KPSTEK Milk Frother Handheld with 2 whisks, Amazon, $13.99 on sale from $29.99
This handheld milk frother is the perfect gift for anyone who loves a good latte. While there are plenty of options for milk frothers on the market, I love that this one comes with two different whisks, so you can do more than just froth your milk with it – it's also a handy kitchen tool. One buyer even used it to make homemade mayo!. It also comes with a cleaning brush and stand, meaning you have everything you need for frothing!
Do you have a friend with an obsession with food? What are you buying them this holiday season?


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Light green cloth boards with stamped titles on front board. Spine sun-faded. Dust jacket toned, Wear with small loss to corners and spine tips, In a clear Mylar sleeve reveling the adverts on inside.
Title: ...Garry Grayson At Stanley Prep; or The Football Rivals of Riverview.
Illustrator: Illustrated by Walter S Rogers.
Categories: Adventure and Mystery,
Edition: Titles on copyright page end with this title.
Publisher: New York:, Grossett & Dunlap,: 1927.
Binding: Hardcover in Jacket.
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Yesterday I ran across someone who linked to my blog awhile back in the comments section of another blog. The aforementioned commenter described my blog as notable for my thrown together soups and salads and for my love of spinach. I laughed when I read that. It's not a bad description actually. My food is almost always thrown together on the spur of the moment. And I do love spinach! For today's lunch, I threw together a clean-out-my-fridge dish of whole wheat penne in tomato sauce, jazzed up with extra herbs, garlic, leftover shredded chicken, bell pepper, and, of course, spinach. I topped it with a bit of parmesan and a few pine nuts for crunch. The thing I love most about pasta is that the time it takes the water to boil and the pasta to cook provides just enough time for me to rummage in my fridge and chop up whatever vegetables I have on hand. I can have a pretty pasta meal on the table just as fast as a boring one, so why not do something fun?
Dinner was also a thrown together affair. The husband was going to cook, but after a day full of studying, I needed to take a break and do something with my hands. I sauteed tofu, cabbage, carrot, bell pepper and garlic in a mixture of oil, soy sauce, and rice wine vinegar. To finish it off, I added some sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds. There is something very calming and focusing about chopping up a pile of vegetables, and I felt much better by the time food was on the table.
I am such a fan of tofu and need to figure out more ways to prepare it. I'm eating somewhat less meat these days for budget reasons, but sometimes my body just needs a good hit of protein and a break from starch. Tofu and eggs to the rescue! I know lots of things to do with eggs, but my tofu preparation skills are pretty basic. Any ideas?


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Effective marketing is not easy. There are so many choices it can make you dizzy. Everybody is telling you to get on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, or … whatever. That all sounds great until you realize you have a limited budget, limited time, and limited resources. So what should you do?
You Have Options
First of all, realize you really do have options. Internet marketing includes search engine optimization (SEO), pay per click advertising (PPC), videos, opt-in email campaigns, directory listings, social media, blogging, and more. Traditional marketing includes print advertising, PR, direct mail, tradeshows and events, radio, television, printed newsletters, and more. For consultants and professional service businesses there are more options, including speaking engagements, panel discussions, networking groups, writing articles, etc.
What's The Plan?
Despite what you see on TV or the Internet, there is no one-size-fits-all solution for everyone. There isn't even one marketing plan that works for one particular business vertical. For every "tried and true" marketing strategy that works for one business, the same plan applied to a "similar" business might fail miserably. People are bombarded with marketing messages at every turn. And once one business finds a way to cut through the clutter, everybody else copies them until that message or channel becomes ineffective.
For example, look at "green marketing". Just a few years ago you could count the number of "green" businesses in any industry on one hand. Now everybody has jumped on the bandwagon. Green logos are ubiquitous; everybody loves the environment; every business is sustainable …well, not really. Most businesses say they are green, but they really don't do anything to back it up. The end result is that real "green" companies are suffering because they are drowning in a sea of phony claims and promises.
Keep Moving
No business — large or small — can just keep doing the same thing year after year, and expect it to keep working. You have to be nimble! Agility is your best defense, and your best offense. On the Internet, whether you are talking about email, PPC, SEO or something else, you should experiment with different keywords, messages, offers, prices, etc. For example, Google Adwords and Google Analytics allow you to set up A/B tests so that you can compare results accurately. You can run different ads within the same campaign, and watch how users interact with each one. Often just changing one or two words can lead to enormous differences in click through rates. The same principle applies to traditional media. But there is one caveat: to stay ahead of the curve you need to keep testing. Don't just do it once every two or three years.
Watch Your Competitors
Tools such as SEORankMonitor, Compete, or Spyfu can help you see what your competitors are doing on the Internet. Find out what keywords your competitors are using, how their site ranks compared to yours, what pages are getting the most traffic, etc. If you try any of these tools, you might be surprised by how fast things change. I have seen keywords jump from the fifth page to the first page just because I changed a few lines of text.
Monitoring your competition off the Internet is also important, but it is generally also more difficult. Scan newspapers and trade magazines, attend events, and talk to customers and clients. It is amazing what you can pick up just by paying attention.
Dare To Be Different
If your competitors are spending a fortune on one channel, and you see an opportunity somewhere else, seize it. We recently worked with a client in the wedding photography business who did exactly that. They were tired of being outspent by the competition at wedding shows, and saw an opportunity on the Internet. They cut back on wedding shows and shifted resources to SEO, PPC and email marketing. Their sales increased dramatically within months of changing strategy and they are now expanding into other markets.
Don't Put All Your Eggs In One Basket
If you try everything you'll quickly exceed your budget, exhaust your marketing resources, and go crazy since you have no time for anything else. On the other hand, many previously successful firms get complacent and cut back on everything except the one thing they know works: word of mouth, or direct mail, or …. The best marketing strategy is to use a "portfolio" approach. Not too much in any one area, but not too dispersed either. Such an approach may not be the lowest cost solution in the short term, but it pays dividends over the long term because at least one channel is always working.
In short, effective marketing, like most things in life, is really a process. No one thing works forever, and there are no one-size-fits-all solutions. Market leaders know and practice this every day.
- Recession Proof Your Business - February 9, 2019
- Interview with David Johnson - January 7, 2019
- Taking Stock - December 24, 2018
- Sell Your Business For More - December 5, 2018
- Six Areas to Determine the Health of Your Business - October 22, 2018
- Interview with Helena Swyter at SweeterCPA - September 13, 2018
- Two Ways to Grow Your Business - July 31, 2018
- The Driving Force of the US Economy - July 16, 2018
- What Goes Into a Restaurant Feasibility Study - July 10, 2018
- Business Assessments – A Critical Component in Your Company's Success - June 4, 2018


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Using the Self Assessment Family Emergency (SAFE) modules as the basis, Outcome Logic's researchers created a list of equipment and services that would improve the preparedness (safety, self-reliance and resiliency) of any household. Then, they conducted an objective comparative evaluation (OCE) of all product specifications and supplier services. The result is our Affiliate and Source Program. This program includes 2 main categories:
1. Products and equipment to improve family safety
2. Training to improve safety skills
This list is not "all-inclusive", however it does represent the appropriate minimum to ensure currency and relevancy of information and resources.
1. Products and equipment to improve safety
Outcome staff researched available sources, and developed a listing of reputable suppliers who carried the most critical safety equipment. Outcome conducted an OCE considering multiple aspects of a supplier;
- 33 specific criteria oriented to the customer's perspective
- Pricing and discounts, availability and fulfillment options, after sales service and warranty, sustainability and reputation of the company
Potential vendors were ranked according to the result of the OCE. Only the top recommended sources are listed in the product Affiliate and Source chart below.
2. Training to improve safety skills
Using the SAFE Emergency Resiliency Report guidance as the basis, Outcome's research staff defined a list of some of the most critical skills necessary to improve disaster preparedness. They then conducted an OCE considering multiple aspects of the training vendor, mainly focused on;
- Experience, reputation, and reach of the company
Potential vendors were ranked according to the result of the OCE. Only the top recommended sources are listed in the training Affiliate and Source chart below.
Organizations interested in becoming an Affiliate and/or Source, please use the "Contact Us" page on this website.
|Affiliates and Sources for Emergency & Safety Products
|First Aid Kits
|First Aid Store
|Supplier of First Aid Kits
|Earthquake Kits
|QuakeKare, Inc.
|Supplier of Earthquake Emergency Kits and Supplis
Emergency Shelter
|Relief Pad International
|Supplier of the Relief Pad; a multi-tool rescue device that can store and transport life-saving supplies such as food, water, shelter, and tools needed during any emergency (tools and supplies not included).
|Supplier of a broad range of emergency survival information and products.
|Turtle Tuff Shelters
|Supplier of light-weight, protable, strong, low-cost, quality geodesic dome shelters.
|Emergency Food & Rations
|The Ready Store
|Supplier of Emergency Food Supplies and Rations
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|Training Topic
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|Citizen Corps
- Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT)
|The CERT Program trains people in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations.
|American CPR Training
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|Defensive Driving
|Advanced Driving and Security, Inc. (ADSI)
|ADSI strives to provide the safest, best quality driver training and experience needed to successfully perform in current times.
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|Firearms Training
|National Rifle Association (NRA)
|Whether you're a new or prospective gun owner, hunter, or competitive shooter in search of training, NRA's Education & Training Division is available to help you.
|First Aid
|American Red Cross
|The American Red Cross is part of a worldwide movement that offers neutral humanitarian care to the victims of disasters, be they natural or man-made. In addition to providing aid to victims, they provide excellent training programs for emergency preparedness.
|Ham Radio
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Bathroom Vanities in Richmond
One of the quickest and easiest ways to give your bathroom a facelift is to replace the vanity top with your choice in custom-fabricated natural stone. By replacing the vanity area with one of our beautiful stone pieces, you'll be creating a showpiece in your bathroom!
Some homeowners decide to restain and restore the cabinetry, only adding a new granite sink or top, while others may replace the cabinets with new ones. Still others get creative by topping an old antique cabinet or other piece of furniture with new granite and using it as the bathroom vanity.
Stone Vanity Tops for Standard Cabinetry
When we come out to measure for installing your stone bathroom vanity in Richmond, your space will also be measured for a stone backsplash made of the same material. Your vanity top may include a sink area, or you may opt for a flat top for a bowl sink. No matter your style, we'll show you options that you can't live without. Nothing really cleans up the look of your bathroom and makes your vanity stand out more than a natural stone top.
Custom Fabricated Stone Vanity Tops for Antiques or Unique Cabinetry
Of all the ideas we've seen, there's none more beautiful than a truly old furniture piece that's been customized by a carpenter to fit in the bathroom. When the carpenter has created an opening in the back for plumbing clearance, we come to your home and install your granite pieces.
There's nothing more beautiful – whether you choose an old antique cabinet or a replica, you're going to adore your new stone-top vanity.
The vanity isn't the only area you can have natural stone installed. We can fabricate and install your natural stone choices on walls and flooring as well. But whether you're redoing your entire bathroom or just the vanity, we're sure to find the perfect stone for your project.
Come take a look at the thousands of slabs we have available to you. You'll be amazed at the options available in grain patterns, stone types, colors, and textures. We have a full stock of soapstone, granite, marble, and quartz ready to show you. Our stone specialists will be there to help you find the right piece and get it fabricated to suit your needs.
We'll cut, polish, hone, chisel, and fabricate our way into your heart with our expert skill, quality workmanship, and first-rate customer service. As the Richmond area's favorite stone source, you can't get any better than the bathroom vanities topped with one of our beautiful stone pieces! Call Natural Stoneworks, LLC today!
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Gastroenteritis is usually caused by a virus and resolves in 2-5 days. During this time the stomach and intestine may not be able to process food successfully resulting in diarrhea with or without nausea and vomiting. Hence, one must "rest" the intestines by giving them what they can tolerate best - liquids (which will treat dehydration), starches and sugars. As symptoms of the illness subside, gradually advance the diet toward a normal diet as tolerated.
Dietary Treatment for Vomiting
Use the items on the list that "sound" best to you. In the first 12 hours, give clear liquids only. Frequent small amounts as tolerated are best.
- Clear liquids include:
- Gatorade
- weak tea
- popsicle
- bouillon, broth
- Jello
- water, especially ice water
- caffeine-free carbonated beverages (7 Up, etc)
- In the next 12 hours, add frequent small amounts of:
- soup (not creamed)
- soda crackers
- rice
- banana
- pretzels
- toast & jelly
- applesauce
- potato (no butter)
- dry sweetened cereal (no milk)
- After 48 hours, if symptoms are subsiding, add:
- broiled chicken
- lean beef
- tapioca pudding
- apple (no skin)
- cottage cheese
- yogurt, buttermilk
- Gradually add more foods during the next 2-3 days. Do not rush back to full, regular diet. Finally, add nonfat milk, then regular milk. If vomiting or diarrhea recurs, go back a stage and advance more slowly.
Dietary Treatment for Diarrhea
- Include all foods in Lists 1 and 2 above.
- After stools begin to form, add foods in List 3 above, then gradually add more foods from regular diet if they are tolerated.


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Some accidents will leave you with short-term disability. For example, if you break one of your arms then you can't use it for a while until it is fully healed. Or you might fell down the stairs and broke a foot then you will have a difficult time to learn how to live your daily life with the gyps. Not to mention that there is going to be a physical therapy that you need to do before you can get back to your old self and function properly. In the meantime, what you need is a short-term disability lawyer and here is why.
Claim your money
No matter what the cause of your accident is, you can always claim some money for the injury. But a short-term disability cost a lot of money since you will have to go back to the hospital for check up later and you might not be able to work so you won't have an income. For this reason, you want to file a short-term disability claim with the help of an experienced lawyer. This way you can at least not get broke because of the event.
Let you rest
Filling the claim is a lot of work that will disturb your recovery process. It is also not easy to do if you have zero experience and knowledge in the matter. A lawyer will let you rest, and they will do the rest for you. This way you can rest assure that everything is taken care of in a good hand.
Deal with your workplace
If you happen to have the injury at your workplace, then you definitely want to have a lawyer that can make sure that you are not at a disadvantage. Not everyone is naturally born assertive, and it would be a huge help if someone professional can deal with this for you. Since you will lose a lot of money from dealing with this accident, you don't want your workplace to escape from the responsibility that they have.
Negotiate with your insurance company
The insurance company is not always want to fulfill what they promise you at the beginning of your relationship with them because they need to profit and sometimes they will even give you less than what you should receive. A lawyer will know your rights and make sure that you will get everything that the insurance company should give you.


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Andreea Bora - Bohemsca lemonades and tonic
" Bohemsca is a brand of natural lemonades and tonics made in the Czech Republic, prepared in collaboration with bartenders for a perfect cocktail mixer. Made of 100% natural czech ingredients, the lemonades and tonics are always made up of 2, seemingly contradictory flavours, which in the end achieve a perfectly balanced taste.
The visual identity makes use of the idea of unexpected combinations by placing together two of the most common wild animals in the Czech Republic, a predator and a prey who become best friends."
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Truck Driver – CDL Class B/Touch Freight – Penske Logistics
: Penske Truck Leasing
: Orlando, Florida -
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: November 17, 2017
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: 1712603
Position Summary:
Penske is widely known for its success on the racetrack, but did you know we employ thousands of truck drivers? Join our team of professional truck drivers at Penske Logistics and you'll drive like a champion hauling freight for some of the world's best brands in retail, food, beverage, grocery, foodservice, automotive, manufacturing, electronics, appliances, healthcare, and packaging industries. We manage freight for companies like Ford, GM, BMW, Detroit Diesel, Goodyear, Cardinal Health, Whirlpool, and Wawa. Our professional truck drivers ensure products are delivered safely, efficiently and on-time.
Why Penske? Home daily for most positions. Excellent pay and benefits. Superior trucks and 24/7 roadside support. Dedicated accounts. Great supervisors. Paid time off. 401K. Cash balance pension plan. Training. Tuition Reimbursement. Unlimited career potential.
Route/Activity - Truck drivers are responsible for delivering product to customers.
We deliver to retail locations within the central Florida area over night up to 15 stops per night. We deliver cold and dry products.
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All drivers work a 4 or 5 day schedule. Operation is & days and all drivers must be able to work weekends and holidays. All deliveries are done overnight.
Equipment - 24' & 36' Straight Trucks
(Make modifications as necessary)
Compensation - 40K to 50K per year
-Safe and responsible operation of assigned equipment.
-Ensuring compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines.
-Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage before and after route.
-Primary interface with the customer at point of delivery.
Job Qualifications:
-At least 23 years of age
-CDL Class B license with Airbrake endorsement required
-1 year of verifiable straight truck driving experience in the last 5 years
-3 years DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations/accidents
-Reliable and customer oriented
-Safety oriented
-Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
-Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.
Physical Requirements:
-The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
-The associate must be able to see and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
-While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms.
-The associate must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter/exit the vehicle as well as the rear cargo area.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Penske Logistics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Penske Truck Leasing. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske Logistics provides supply chain management and logistics services to leading companies around the world. Penske Logistics delivers value through its design, planning and execution in transportation, warehousing and freight management. Visit www.PenskeLogistics.com to learn more.
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Graduate Research Assistant Position
The Institute for International Science and Technology Policy (IISTP) recently secured a Nuclear Science and Security Research grant, part of a consortium of seven other universities, led by the University of California, Berkeley, from the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA).
Currently, IISTP is looking to hire a GRA (a pre-doctoral fellow) to assist with research on the NNSA grant. The GRA's tasks will be to assist in research on solutions to the problem of nuclear waste disposal in Japan, and the associated proliferation risks posed by Japan's reprocessing-only strategy. The duration of this position is for one academic year, however extension is possible based on PI's decision.
Job Description Summary
- Plans and develops research methods and techniques within the framework of the NNSA grant project
- Maintains accurate records of research findings and analyzes results
- Assists and sometimes leads data collections efforts associated with the NNSA grant
- Writes topic specific reports of studies and research conducted, and presents results at relevant events
- Attends and contributes to relevant internal and external meetings, seminars, and conferences
- Assists in grant related event organization and execution
- Performs other related duties as The omission of specific duties does not preclude the PI, Allison Macfarlane, from assigning duties that are logically related to the position
Minimum qualifications
- Should be a D. candidate who has passed their qualifying exams
- ABD students preferred
- Must be a S. citizen
- Knowledge of Japanese language not necessary
Required Documentation
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Writing Sample
- 2-3 references
Salary: $30,000
Duration of the position is for one academic year; however extension is possible based on the decision of the PI, Allison Macfarlane.
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Sunday, May 15, 2011
Freedom: From Fear to Flight
Fear is a funny thing. To an extent, it is instinctual, a natural-born defense mechanism to protect us from potential harm. To another extent, it is learned, a product of the actions, attitudes and beliefs of the people and culture we are surrounded by. For many, fear causes self-limiting behavior, while for others, the sheer determination to overcome fear drives them to greatness. Fear of heights, of spiders, of God, of germs, of death, of loss, of power, of one's own divinity. . . so many things that one could be fearful of. So many ways to then transform that fear into something benevolent and begin to soar.
There comes a time, or many times, in our lives when we are confronted with our fear. Not everyone will be open to their fear and use it as a catalyst toward betterment, but I assure you the option exists for us all. I never considered myself a particularly fearful person. There wasn't much that "scared" me and I always thrived on pushing boundaries and testing my limits. I've never been afraid of the typical, more mundane sorts of things like snakes or airplane rides or the dark. My independent streak has been so fully intact my entire life that I was never afraid to set off on my own and march to my own drum. It took more careful observation and some pretty profound life experiences for me to realize that there are things that I am afraid of, and if I cannot transform that fear into acceptance, strength, conviction and other positives, it would continue to subtly paralyze me and prevent me from realizing my full potential and grace.
The first time I saw my fear clearly was when my father tried to kill himself a couple of years before he ironically ended up dying of cancer. Reading that line, you might assume that I was afraid of losing my father. That was not the case. Death has never scared me. I revere the significance of the loss of any life, I understand sadness and grief, but I have always been entirely comfortable in my faith that death occurs when and as the Universe deems it should. Who am I to question the Universe? When my father revealed himself in all his fragile, fragmented, imperfectly perfect humanity, I came to the realization that I had lived my life seeking his approval, and I had been deeply, if not always consciously, afraid of not having it. In the wake of his crisis, which spawned an even larger family crisis, I distanced myself and began the process of recognizing and reconciling my fear. It was through this experience that I truly internalized the realization that I do not need approval from absolutely anyone. While I may enjoy it, it is not a necessity, and I certainly do not intend to live my life seeking it. The ultimate contract that I must honor in my life is the one made by my higher self with the Universe. Only God and I know what that is really all about. Only God and I know what I am truly capable of and meant for; therefore, only we know when I am self-limiting or self-sabotaging in some way. I don't need any external approval to know whether I am doing my best and following my path. Realizing I'd been so fearful of this and releasing it was a tremendous moment in my personal journey and it brought me into deeper communion with spirit than I'd ever known prior.
The second time I saw my fear clearly was when, after C. and I split up, I realized that we really and truly were not going to mend what was broken between us, and our marriage was over. In truth, I came to this realization deep down inside far sooner than I showed it outwardly. I continued to fight for quite some time to save something that wasn't meant to be. It took us a year and a half to actually get a divorce, but somewhere in the deepest part of my being, I knew very early on that we were through. It was my fear of being alone and perhaps not knowing such a great love again, it was my ego, that fought on even when my soul knew better. It took time for me to bridge that internal divide and to face my fear. But once I did, once I realized that I am a perfect, beautiful whole with all the happiness, strength, comfort, resilience and wisdom I need already within me, it was like a rebirth. I have faith that love and companionship will come in and out of my life when and how they are meant to. I have faith that having learned about myself through this fear I will be open to the gifts and the lessons that each future encounter will bring, even when those gifts and lessons hurt to receive at times. I am not afraid to be alone, nor am I afraid to be in love. Freedom from fear is true happiness. Freedom from fear is what allows you to truly spread your wings.
Just yesterday, my fear rose up and placed itself directly in my line of conscious sight once again. This time, the lesson came more quickly than the previous experiences, making the emotions particularly intense and the ultimate clarity that came razor-sharp. About a week ago, I received a phone call with a piece of news that should have elicited an absurdly joyful response from me. Instead, I was literally overcome with a feeling of dread and weighed down with negative energy. I tried to shake it, but I couldn't. I tried to understand it, but I knew my rational, analytical approach was not really getting to the core of the matter. I tried to excuse and apologize for my reaction, but everyone, including myself, knew I was just saying the words without feeling the emotions. I couldn't shake the ominous, foreboding feeling off, and it troubled me. Something bad was going to come of this. Then yesterday, I got another phone call, this one telling me that that should-have-been wonderful news was no longer. It had been lost, leaving deep, dark pain in its wake. Suddenly my dread made sense. I had known all along that this was not meant to be, even though there was no way for me to communicate this to the keepers of the news. (Forgive my vagueness here; however, it is a sensitive matter involving loved ones whose privacy I want to respect.) Hanging up after the second phone call, I processed everything for a few moments time, then found myself uncontrollably sobbing with an anguish that rose up from depths I couldn't even name. Rationally speaking, there was no reason I personally should have been reacting this way. I could revere the loss as a bystander, feel sad on behalf of my loved ones, but this matter didn't touch me so directly as to elicit such a gut-wrenching response. Why was I crying so hard? Why was I feeling such a surge of emotion? At my altar, on my knees, the answer came. I was crying out my fear, releasing the energy that had been working so hard to keep me afraid of my own power. My power had revealed itself through this recent premonition in a way that I had never seen it before because I had not been ready to. I have been told by so many for so long, and felt stirrings inside of me that tipped me off to just how strong my intuition is, but I never understood it in the way I did through this experience. If this all sounds crazily esoteric or overly egocentric, believe me that it's not my intention. I'm not completely sure how best to convey through words what I experienced, but I know that I have to try. I have to try because just as I needed to see that my own power is nothing to fear, we ALL need this lesson. Power is a word with very intense, and often adverse, connotations. Yet we all know that power can, and is, used for good all the time. If we can release the fear of the unique power that has been divinely placed within each of us, embrace it and channel it toward helping others and ourselves, our world will heal and be better.
May the space in our hearts presently held in fear open itself up to grace and to peace. May we all tap into the strength and courage to face the dark sides of ourselves so that we can bask fully in the light. May we free fall out of our fear and see that our very own wings are meant to glide perfectly on the winds of life.
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You must be in tune with the times and prepared to break with tradition.
James Agee
No USDA announcements this morning
Informa comes out today at 1030 am CST with their 2014 US acreage estimates . Previous estimates from Informa were
- Corn acreage at 93.319 MA vs. 2013 acreage of 95.4 MA
- Bean acreage at 81.264 MA vs. 2013 acreage of 76.5 MA
- Winter wheat acreage at 41.9 MA vs. 2013 acreage of 43.090 MA
- Cotton acreage at 10.9MA vs. 2013 acreage of 10.407 MA
Overnight closes
- SK up 2 ¾ at 1428 ¼
- CK down 2 at 488
- WK down 5 at 709 ½
- KC WK down 5 ¾ at 788 ¾
- MWK down 5 at 758
- SMK up .90 at 462.90
- BOK up 11 at 4095
- RRK up 3 at 1553.50
Overnight volume
Opening calls
- Beans 2-4 higher
- Corn 1-3 lower
- Wheat 4-6 lower
- KC wheat 5-7 lower
- Minneapolis wheat 4-6 lower
- Meal .50-1.50 higher
- Bean oil 10-15 higher
- Rice 2-4 higher
Gold and silver lower. Stock market, dollar, and crude oil higher .
Nikkei down .36%
Hang Seng down .53%
Shanghai Index up .05%
China grain closings – beans up 9, corn up 3, meal up 56, palm oil down 42, bean oil up 4
Palm oil up 8
Jordan seeks 150,000 tons of optional origin wheat for April –May shipment
Taiwan MFIG canceled corn tender to buy 60,000 South American or US origin due to high prices for May/June shipment
Reports continue of China trying to roll forward or resell Brazilian bean cargoes
Report on Reuters – Xinhua news – US has already ordered 500K South American soybeans and is working on additional deals
UkrAgroConsult said Ukraine exported 2.019 MMT of grain between March 1-24th
UkrAgroConsult said Ukraine exported 257,600 tons of sunflower oil between March 1-24th
Russia Ag Min said as of March 24th spring grain plantings are .8% complete on 396,400 hectares vs. 443,400 hectares a year ago
Russia Ag Min estimated Russia's spring grain area at 31.8 MH up 1.7% from a year ago
SovEcon estimated Russia's '14/15 grain exports at 22.0 MMT vs. 24.1 MMT in '13/14
SovEcon estimated Russia's 2014 grain crop at 88.0 MMT vs. previous estimate of 86.0 MMT and vs. 92.0 MMT in 2013
SAGIS said South Africa February corn ending stocks at 1.649 MMT vs. January ending stocks of 2.316 MMT
SAGIS said South Africa exported 2.045 MMT of corn until the end of February
Dry Argentine forecast
Dry Brazilian forecast until this weekend when rains and thunderstorms are in forecast
Only light showers in forecast for Central and Southern US Plains. More rain is needed
Japan weather forecaster said Japan to see average weather April – June
14 wheat receipts canceled yesterday afternoon out of Maumee OH – The Andersons
Chinese industry analysts – Weekly Chinese crush breakdown
- For the week March 15-21st total crush volume at 1,202,200 tons up 2.67% from a week ago
- For the week March 15-21st total crush capacity utilization at 42.09% up 1.02% from a week ago
- Total '13/14 crush volume (Oct 1st, 2013-March 21, 2014) at 32,329,888 tons up 19.16% from a year ago
- Total 2014 crush volume (Jan 1st – March 21st) at 13,972,370 tons up 16.06% from a year ago
- As of March 21st total imported bean stocks at 5.2905 MMT down 25,700 tons from a week ago and up 21.01% from a year ago
- Estimated March bean imports at 5.1191 MMT unchanged from previous estimate
- Estimated April bean imports at 6.5 MMT vs. previous estimate of 6.1 MMT
- Estimated May bean imports at 5.8 MMT vs. previous estimate of 6.0 MMT
- Estimated June bean imports at 5.3 MMT vs. previous estimate of 5.8 MMT
Weekly US state crop progress report from yesterday afternoon
- Texas corn planting 20% complete vs. 15% a week ago , vs. 47% a year ago and vs. 43% average
- Texas winter wheat condition – poor to very poor 55% up 3% from a week ago, good to excellent 11% down 2% from a week ago
- Oklahoma winter wheat condition – poor to very poor 42% up 5% from a week ago, good to excellent 17% down 1% from a week ago
- Kansas winter wheat condition – poor to very poor 21% up 1% from a week ago , good to excellent 33% down 1% from a week ago
- Reports Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi corn planting is underway
Open interest as of yesterday's close
- Total corn 1,328,860 open, up 9,346
- Total beans 623,746 open, down 3,791
- Total meal 310,886 open, down 2,156
- Total bean oil 300,191 open, up 1,000
- Total wheat 359,901 open , up 2,036
- Total KC wheat 147,746 open, up 547
Upcoming reports/events
- Weekly API energy inventory report comes out today at 330 pm CST
- Weekly DOE #s come out tomorrow at 930 am CST
- Weekly US ethanol plant production report comes out tomorrow at 930 am CST
- China to auction 300,000 tons of rapeseed oil from reserves next week
- CEC comes out on Thursday with their South American crop estimates
- Rogers roll begins on Friday March 28th and ends Tuesday April 1st. They will be rolling their long May positions into July
- Monday is the end of the month and end of the quarter.
- USDA US planting intentions and quarterly stocks report comes out on Monday, March 31st at 11 am CST
- Goldman Sachs roll begins April 7th. Goldman Sachs roll lasts for 5 days. They will be rolling their long May positions forward.
- Weekly US crop progress reports start again Monday April 7th at 3 pm CST


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We love the warm weather that we have been having. Grandma Honey has a pool so we have been taking full advantage of that lately. Since she has been keeping it heated at 90 + degrees. Harper has no fear of it at all. I wish that he did a little bit, but he doesn't. Jumping off the top of the waterfalls, and going under the water is what he enjoys. We went to the zoo a couple of weekends ago with my sister and her girls. It was so much fun. I can't wait for it to get even warmer, so we can enjoy more outdoor activities as a family!
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Wait a second, I forgot the holidays. Damn. Those adds are worse than the political adds - sapy women gushing over little shinny things and cars wrapped in bows. Who the hell can afford to give a car as a Christmas present!!! No real person that I know of. And don't get me started on the black friday stupidity. Bu
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