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A beautiful torchiere style lamp with traditional styling and alabaster glass, from Kathy Ireland's Sonnett Collection.
A traditional torchiere floor lamp from Kathy Ireland Essentials designed with refined appeal and beautiful materials. The base comes in a bronze finish and it's decorated with a sculpted faux marble font and a faux marble accent at the base. This lamp is topped with an alabaster glass shade up top. Ideal for adding warm, general illumination and sophisticated flair to any room.
72" high overall. Base is 12" wide. Torchiere glass is 15" wide.
Uses one maximum 150 watt standard-medium base bulb (not included). Foot dimmer switch for easy lighting control.
A traditional torchiere floor lamp design from the Kathy Ireland brand.
Faux marble accents. Resin construction.
Bronze finish base and column. Metal construction. Alabaster glass shade.
Our decorating style is Italianate.
Beautiful design. Fits well with my living room furniture.
Close match to lamp I have.
Right size. Right style. Good price.
They're perfectly suitable for both my living and dining rooms. 150 watts? I hope they have dimmers.
Great looking light, price, and Lamps Plus is a great service oriented company.
does it have an on/off switch or just foot dimmer switch?
BEST ANSWER: Just the foot dimmer which can be slid all the way to off. Works great!
It says it has a foot dimmer switch and yet a reviewer said he wished it had a dimmer switch. I’m confused?
BEST ANSWER: Hi - I can confirm this includes a foot dimmer switch for easy lighting control.
I always check for a dimmer switch and prefer one on the pole vs. the foot dimmer.
what is the diameter of the pole?
BEST ANSWER: The pole has an estimated width of 1 3/4" - 2".
Seems like a question Lamps Plus should be able to answer. I gave the lamp away before moving from one state to another, but at a guess I'd estimate the diameter of the pole at about 1-½ inches.
BEST ANSWER: This lamp weighs 20 lbs.
I really like the classic look of this lamp. It has a vintage look to it, with simple lines that keep the lamp from being too busy. I like that the switch is located mid way on the pole so that it is easy to reach . . . not high up on the lamp. The color of the top glass bowl helps the lamp give off a nice warm illumination. I only wish that the lamp's switch was a dimmer so I did not have to buy a floor dimmer switch to make the lamp more versatile.
I purchased the sister lamp to this one on sale (mine had a fabric shade). The lamp looks nice enough although I noticed the long shaft seemed crooked. I thought it was the floor until I noticed that where the long lamp shaft screws into the base it did not stand firm. The whole lamp wables where it connects to the base. I tried to screw the shaft into the base further, but it won't tighten. So, the lamp just leans over a bit - depending on which way you want to push it. I would have sent it back, but by the time I paid the shipping charge twice, what's the point. It'll just have to do until I can find something better.
Assembly was easy. Lamp is sturdy and well made. Nice design, fit and function for bedroom. I especially like the alabaster amber-toned glass, it gives warmth to the room. I also like the on/off dimmer switch on the pole (wish they made more like this) as opposed to a floor/foot switch) and better than the 3 way switch up top. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the Kathy Ireland line, simple but elegant and a wide range of pricing for everyone.
Lamp arrived in good shape and went together easily. Seems very sturdy! We are happy with it's looks and operation along with the unbeatable price!
Beautiful, well made, easy to assemble and a great price. What more can I say?
Really nice light, with a good dimmer. Quality made. Love it in our room.
I love the lamp!!! I want another one!!????
My floor lamp I purchased is just perfect in my living room as I have the right lighting in that area.
Thank you. I really liked this floor lamp. It goes well with a similar lamp. Thanks again.
Such good quality and product I love it ????
Very good quality and perfect in my space. Beautiful.
Lamps are perfect. 1 had to be shipped and arrived timely and in great condition.
This item shipped perfectly and was easy to assemble. I loved the colors and it seems like it could work with many colors. The light brightens up my room and I can turn it down easily.
Well worth the money, great purchase.
I purchased two of the lamps, they were well packed and easy to assemble. Very attractive and a great compliment to my family room placed on both sides of the couch. The fact that the lighting is adjustable allowing for just a hint of light or full lighting for reading is a definite plus.
After assembly, lamp leans to one side. Do not purchase. Other reviews stated the same problem. Leveling pads just make it look bad at base.
Hi Danny G., sorry to hear that your floor lamp leans to one side even when using the leveling pads. Our customer service team would be happy to provide some troubleshooting tips in order for you to enjoy your lamp. Please reach out to them via phone, email, or chat. Thank you.
Beautiful but I expected it to last longer than a year.
I love this lamp. It’s beautiful and sturdy. However I am very disappointed that after 14 months the very first time the light bulb went out, it also blew the dimmer switch. When I put a new bulb in, not only does it not dim but I can every turn it on or off. I expected better quality/longevity for the price.
Hi Carolynn P., so sorry to hear that the bulb went out on your floor lamp and caused some issues with the dimmer. This could be due to the type or wattage of bulb being used, or the electrical issues with the outlet the lamp is connected to. Our customer service team would be happy to look into this for you and assist with troubleshooting, so please reach out to them via phone, email, or chat. Thank you.
Unless you're house is a mini-Trump Tower, this is one [ugly] light. Garish, cheap glass, lousy illumination.
Kathy, Kathy, Kathy... You ought to be ashamed of yourself, putting your name on a light like this. DOWN TO THE BASEMENT IT GOES!

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a beautiful torchiere style lamp with traditional styling and alabaster glass, from kathy ireland's sonnett collection.
a traditional torchiere floor lamp from kathy ireland essentials designed with refined appeal and beautiful materials. the base comes in a bronze finish and it's decorated with a sculpted faux marble font and a faux marble accent at the base. this lamp is topped with an alabaster glass shade up top. ideal for adding warm, general illumination and sophisticated flair to any room.
72" high overall. base is 12" wide. torchiere glass is 15" wide.
uses one maximum 150 watt standard-medium base bulb (not included). foot dimmer switch for easy lighting control.
a traditional torchiere floor lamp design from the kathy ireland brand.
faux marble accents. resin construction.
bronze finish base and column. metal construction. alabaster glass shade.
our decorating style is italianate.
beautiful design. fits well with my living room furniture.
close match to lamp i have.
right size. right style. good price.
they're perfectly suitable for both my living and dining rooms. 150 watts? i hope they have dimmers.
great looking light, price, and lamps plus is a great service oriented company.
does it have an on/off switch or just foot dimmer switch?
best answer: just the foot dimmer which can be slid all the way to off. works great!
it says it has a foot dimmer switch and yet a reviewer said he wished it had a dimmer switch. i’m confused?
best answer: hi - i can confirm this includes a foot dimmer switch for easy lighting control.
i always check for a dimmer switch and prefer one on the pole vs. the foot dimmer.
what is the diameter of the pole?
best answer: the pole has an estimated width of 1 3/4" - 2".
seems like a question lamps plus should be able to answer. i gave the lamp away before moving from one state to another, but at a guess i'd estimate the diameter of the pole at about 1-½ inches.
best answer: this lamp weighs 20 lbs.
i really like the classic look of this lamp. it has a vintage look to it, with simple lines that keep the lamp from being too busy. i like that the switch is located mid way on the pole so that it is easy to reach . . . not high up on the lamp. the color of the top glass bowl helps the lamp give off a nice warm illumination. i only wish that the lamp's switch was a dimmer so i did not have to buy a floor dimmer switch to make the lamp more versatile.
i purchased the sister lamp to this one on sale (mine had a fabric shade). the lamp looks nice enough although i noticed the long shaft seemed crooked. i thought it was the floor until i noticed that where the long lamp shaft screws into the base it did not stand firm. the whole lamp wables where it connects to the base. i tried to screw the shaft into the base further, but it won't tighten. so, the lamp just leans over a bit - depending on which way you want to push it. i would have sent it back, but by the time i paid the shipping charge twice, what's the point. it'll just have to do until i can find something better.
assembly was easy. lamp is sturdy and well made. nice design, fit and function for bedroom. i especially like the alabaster amber-toned glass, it gives warmth to the room. i also like the on/off dimmer switch on the pole (wish they made more like this) as opposed to a floor/foot switch) and better than the 3 way switch up top. i love love love the kathy ireland line, simple but elegant and a wide range of pricing for everyone.
lamp arrived in good shape and went together easily. seems very sturdy! we are happy with it's looks and operation along with the unbeatable price!
beautiful, well made, easy to assemble and a great price. what more can i say?
really nice light, with a good dimmer. quality made. love it in our room.
i love the lamp!!! i want another one!!????
my floor lamp i purchased is just perfect in my living room as i have the right lighting in that area.
thank you. i really liked this floor lamp. it goes well with a similar lamp. thanks again.
such good quality and product i love it ????
very good quality and perfect in my space. beautiful.
lamps are perfect. 1 had to be shipped and arrived timely and in great condition.
this item shipped perfectly and was easy to assemble. i loved the colors and it seems like it could work with many colors. the light brightens up my room and i can turn it down easily.
well worth the money, great purchase.
i purchased two of the lamps, they were well packed and easy to assemble. very attractive and a great compliment to my family room placed on both sides of the couch. the fact that the lighting is adjustable allowing for just a hint of light or full lighting for reading is a definite plus.
after assembly, lamp leans to one side. do not purchase. other reviews stated the same problem. leveling pads just make it look bad at base.
hi danny g., sorry to hear that your floor lamp leans to one side even when using the leveling pads. our customer service team would be happy to provide some troubleshooting tips in order for you to enjoy your lamp. please reach out to them via phone, email, or chat. thank you.
beautiful but i expected it to last longer than a year.
i love this lamp. it’s beautiful and sturdy. however i am very disappointed that after 14 months the very first time the light bulb went out, it also blew the dimmer switch. when i put a new bulb in, not only does it not dim but i can every turn it on or off. i expected better quality/longevity for the price.
hi carolynn p., so sorry to hear that the bulb went out on your floor lamp and caused some issues with the dimmer. this could be due to the type or wattage of bulb being used, or the electrical issues with the outlet the lamp is connected to. our customer service team would be happy to look into this for you and assist with troubleshooting, so please reach out to them via phone, email, or chat. thank you.
unless you're house is a mini-trump tower, this is one [ugly] light. garish, cheap glass, lousy illumination.
kathy, kathy, kathy... you ought to be ashamed of yourself, putting your name on a light like this. down to the basement it goes!


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By Peter Hayward on 2018-05-29 - Peter has been writing about cars for more than 35 years producing road tests, second hand car tests, features on new and classic models, road safety and manufacturing. Has been a contributor to Auto Express, Classic Cars, Classic Car Weekly, Candis magazine and Japanese Motoring.
WHEN I drove the Peugeot 5008 seven seat MPV, I thought such a big vehicle might suffer with only a 1.6 diesel engine.
But I need not have worried. It never felt short of breath - even on an airport trip when I picked up five adults and all their luggage for a family wedding.
Now I know people carriers are supposed to be family friendly, but this one, which was built between 2010 and 2016, has to be one of the most friendly on the market, with loads of space and very flexible seating.
It is refined and easy to drive, with either six-speed manual or six-speed automatic gearboxes.
I would say the 1.6 or 2.0-litre diesels are the best bet for low running costs, but if you don't do too many miles, one of the petrols will be a good deal cheaper.
The 1.6 diesel was available with 112, 115 and 120bhp, and the 2.0-litre with either 150 or 163bhp. The petrol choices were two 1.6 units, earlier with 120bhp and later the excellent THP turbo 1.6 with 156bhp.
Performance is fair to good in all, with the earlier 1.6 petrol VTi being the slowest. But as I've said, the 1.6 diesel is more than capable of hauling the 3008 around.
Comfort is excellent and it smoothes out even the worst of surfaces on potholed town roads.
Yet it also holds the road surprisingly well for a tallish vehicle - well enough to allow for quick progress across country.
The rearmost two seats have enough legroom for shorter adults or young teenagers and fold down into the boot floor in about three seconds to give a huge load area.
The middle row are individual and adjustable for legroom, and they fold down to make even more loadspace.
Equipment is good in all so that even the entry level Active includes air conditioning, 16-inch steel wheels with energy saving tyres, a CD stereo, an electric handbrake and electronic stability control.
Sport models add the ‘family pack', which includes storage compartments under the front seats and foot wells, cruise, front fog lights and a lighting pack with boot-mounted torch.
Top Exclusive models get a glass roof, 17-inch alloys, climate control, a head-up display, automatic headlamps and wipers, USB, Bluetooth, electric folding mirrors, auto dimming rear-view mirror and rear parking sensors.
Pay about Â£6,500 for a '13 13-reg 1.6 diesel Active II, or Â£8,750 for a '15 15-reg Allure 1.6 THP petrol.

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by peter hayward on 2018-05-29 - peter has been writing about cars for more than 35 years producing road tests, second hand car tests, features on new and classic models, road safety and manufacturing. has been a contributor to auto express, classic cars, classic car weekly, candis magazine and japanese motoring.
when i drove the peugeot 5008 seven seat mpv, i thought such a big vehicle might suffer with only a 1.6 diesel engine.
but i need not have worried. it never felt short of breath - even on an airport trip when i picked up five adults and all their luggage for a family wedding.
now i know people carriers are supposed to be family friendly, but this one, which was built between 2010 and 2016, has to be one of the most friendly on the market, with loads of space and very flexible seating.
it is refined and easy to drive, with either six-speed manual or six-speed automatic gearboxes.
i would say the 1.6 or 2.0-litre diesels are the best bet for low running costs, but if you don't do too many miles, one of the petrols will be a good deal cheaper.
the 1.6 diesel was available with 112, 115 and 120bhp, and the 2.0-litre with either 150 or 163bhp. the petrol choices were two 1.6 units, earlier with 120bhp and later the excellent thp turbo 1.6 with 156bhp.
performance is fair to good in all, with the earlier 1.6 petrol vti being the slowest. but as i've said, the 1.6 diesel is more than capable of hauling the 3008 around.
comfort is excellent and it smoothes out even the worst of surfaces on potholed town roads.
yet it also holds the road surprisingly well for a tallish vehicle - well enough to allow for quick progress across country.
the rearmost two seats have enough legroom for shorter adults or young teenagers and fold down into the boot floor in about three seconds to give a huge load area.
the middle row are individual and adjustable for legroom, and they fold down to make even more loadspace.
equipment is good in all so that even the entry level active includes air conditioning, 16-inch steel wheels with energy saving tyres, a cd stereo, an electric handbrake and electronic stability control.
sport models add the ‘family pack', which includes storage compartments under the front seats and foot wells, cruise, front fog lights and a lighting pack with boot-mounted torch.
top exclusive models get a glass roof, 17-inch alloys, climate control, a head-up display, automatic headlamps and wipers, usb, bluetooth, electric folding mirrors, auto dimming rear-view mirror and rear parking sensors.
pay about â£6,500 for a '13 13-reg 1.6 diesel active ii, or â£8,750 for a '15 15-reg allure 1.6 thp petrol.


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Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency is a genetic illness that affects breathing. It occurs when alpha-1 antitrypsin protein levels are too low. Alpha-1 antitrypsin is produced by the liver and helps lungs function properly. In those who have alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, their oxygen saturation may be lower than normal – they may get sick easier, have weaker immune systems and/or need supplemental oxygen depending on how the illness has progressed. Remember, everyone is different.
Oxygen saturation level is below normal during any part of the day.
Decline in lung function in short period.
Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath and/or wheezing.
Chronic bronchitis, chest colds or chronic allergies.
Difficulty performing activities due to physical exertion.
Mucus production that may or may not cough up on its own.
Everyone who suffers with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency does not necessarily have all of the symptoms.
I had not heard of this condition, Samantha Bowick . You teach me so much, thank you!

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alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency is a genetic illness that affects breathing. it occurs when alpha-1 antitrypsin protein levels are too low. alpha-1 antitrypsin is produced by the liver and helps lungs function properly. in those who have alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, their oxygen saturation may be lower than normal – they may get sick easier, have weaker immune systems and/or need supplemental oxygen depending on how the illness has progressed. remember, everyone is different.
oxygen saturation level is below normal during any part of the day.
decline in lung function in short period.
difficulty breathing, shortness of breath and/or wheezing.
chronic bronchitis, chest colds or chronic allergies.
difficulty performing activities due to physical exertion.
mucus production that may or may not cough up on its own.
everyone who suffers with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency does not necessarily have all of the symptoms.
i had not heard of this condition, samantha bowick . you teach me so much, thank you!


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Downing has the most beautiful court in Cambridge, and this is not only because it is the largest court but also because the buildings are all stone and of a similar style. Wilkins started this building and it was finished by Barry.
Downing also has the best view of the Catholic Church.

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downing has the most beautiful court in cambridge, and this is not only because it is the largest court but also because the buildings are all stone and of a similar style. wilkins started this building and it was finished by barry.
downing also has the best view of the catholic church.


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A mold and mildew examination will certainly recognize any kind of conditions around your residential or commercial property which will certainly support mold growth along with determining problem areas for example water damages, odors and obvious indications of fungal growth and so on. The mold examiner ought to take the inspection outside and check the outside of the home again for noticeable indicators of water damage, leaks and their resources such as broken pipelines, busted seamless gutters, fractured block job and more.
As a rule of thumb, these samples can take 3-4 days to process at the lab yet I would absolutely expect that your mold and mildew inspector make call and also offer a spoken record as quickly as the outcomes become available complied with by a created record within a number of days. An added indicate be aware of, when it involves the record adhering to a mold and mildew assessment a good mold inspector will not just send you a copy of the lab record. He/She must able to confidently translate the results and also provide them together with recommendations to settle the concern !
NB. Should you reserve a mold evaluation it is important that you keep windows and doors shut as much as possible for the 12 to 24 hrs previous to the assessors go to. This will permit that the mold and mildew evaluation outcomes are exact. It will certainly allow the mold and mildew inspector to discover smells as well as air samples will certainly not consist of excess outdoors air.

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a mold and mildew examination will certainly recognize any kind of conditions around your residential or commercial property which will certainly support mold growth along with determining problem areas for example water damages, odors and obvious indications of fungal growth and so on. the mold examiner ought to take the inspection outside and check the outside of the home again for noticeable indicators of water damage, leaks and their resources such as broken pipelines, busted seamless gutters, fractured block job and more.
as a rule of thumb, these samples can take 3-4 days to process at the lab yet i would absolutely expect that your mold and mildew inspector make call and also offer a spoken record as quickly as the outcomes become available complied with by a created record within a number of days. an added indicate be aware of, when it involves the record adhering to a mold and mildew assessment a good mold inspector will not just send you a copy of the lab record. he/she must able to confidently translate the results and also provide them together with recommendations to settle the concern !
nb. should you reserve a mold evaluation it is important that you keep windows and doors shut as much as possible for the 12 to 24 hrs previous to the assessors go to. this will permit that the mold and mildew evaluation outcomes are exact. it will certainly allow the mold and mildew inspector to discover smells as well as air samples will certainly not consist of excess outdoors air.


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Groups of 10-18 people gather once a month for a potluck dinner and a spiritual conversation in a member’s home. These groups covenant to stay together continuously over several months or years.
This group meets monthly in members homes from 6:30 to 8:30 pm typically on a Tuesday evening. We have an hour for fellowship and food (we bring appetizers, desserts and wine) and then an hour for a causal discussion facilitated by either a pastor or one of the group members. Topics range widely based on group interest. Women range in ages but have in common that their children are out of high school.
The men of WCC gather every few months for their Men’s Fellowship Barbecue The group also participates in occasional volunteer projects for the church and other non-profit organizations.
A chance to get away for the weekend for rest and renewal. Retreats are a time of spiritual conversation and fellowship—building relationships with one another and with God.
A dinner group that meets quarterly at the church on a Saturday night for a catered meal and fellowship.
First Friday is a casual, low-key potluck dinner gathering at church of members, generally empty-nesters, both single and married, who share a meal and fellowship between 6:30 and 9:00 on the first Friday of every month, except during the summer. Occasionally we have a program, but most of the time we simply eat and talk.

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groups of 10-18 people gather once a month for a potluck dinner and a spiritual conversation in a member’s home. these groups covenant to stay together continuously over several months or years.
this group meets monthly in members homes from 6:30 to 8:30 pm typically on a tuesday evening. we have an hour for fellowship and food (we bring appetizers, desserts and wine) and then an hour for a causal discussion facilitated by either a pastor or one of the group members. topics range widely based on group interest. women range in ages but have in common that their children are out of high school.
the men of wcc gather every few months for their men’s fellowship barbecue the group also participates in occasional volunteer projects for the church and other non-profit organizations.
a chance to get away for the weekend for rest and renewal. retreats are a time of spiritual conversation and fellowship—building relationships with one another and with god.
a dinner group that meets quarterly at the church on a saturday night for a catered meal and fellowship.
first friday is a casual, low-key potluck dinner gathering at church of members, generally empty-nesters, both single and married, who share a meal and fellowship between 6:30 and 9:00 on the first friday of every month, except during the summer. occasionally we have a program, but most of the time we simply eat and talk.


text: For several months now, the Israeli Foreign Ministry has been promoting an initiative calling for the recognition of Jews from Arab countries as refugees. Is this historical justice, or just another attempt to achieve a political goal through the cynical use of immigrants from Arab countries? Israel Social TV is an independent media NGO working to promote social change, human rights, social justice and equality, and to mobilize its viewers towards activism.

lowercased: for several months now, the israeli foreign ministry has been promoting an initiative calling for the recognition of jews from arab countries as refugees. is this historical justice, or just another attempt to achieve a political goal through the cynical use of immigrants from arab countries? israel social tv is an independent media ngo working to promote social change, human rights, social justice and equality, and to mobilize its viewers towards activism.


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We trade in all type of Chilling [Refrigeration] & Air compressors obtained from ship breaking yard. We can also arrange to supply compressor spares on request.
Ingersoll Rand, Johnson Controls, RefComp, Sabroe, Sauer Danfoss, Sperre, Sauer Compressors, Stal Refrigeration, Trane, Tanabe Compressors, York, Yanmar.

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we trade in all type of chilling [refrigeration] & air compressors obtained from ship breaking yard. we can also arrange to supply compressor spares on request.
ingersoll rand, johnson controls, refcomp, sabroe, sauer danfoss, sperre, sauer compressors, stal refrigeration, trane, tanabe compressors, york, yanmar.


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We’re the pioneers in the business of car accessories and our success speaks volumes about how dead serious we are about what we do. We’re here to serve you with the finest accessories and highest quality services for your vehicle. We’ll transform your manufacturer-delivered vehicle into the car of your dreams.
Trust us to bring your imagination to reality. Our passion for personalizing cars gleams through everything we do. Allow us to exhibit our excellent services and we’re absolutely certain you won’t be disappointed!
It all began when the founders, Karthik, Senthil, and Gana, who’ve been in the car care business for a long enough time, wanted to expand the services they provided. They wanted to capitalize on their expertise to deliver best quality car accessories and enhancements to the car owners who seldom know much about the technicalities involved.
Their combined experience in automobiles, excellence in handling customer relations and Karthik’s prowess as a sound engineer are the biggest strength of their association establishing a solid foundation for them.
Our mission is to provide first-rate products, services and value to our customers, while maintaining integrity and excellence at every step of the process. We wouldn’t install anything in your vehicle that we wouldn’t ride with in our very own.
We know you take pride in your vehicle, and we take pride in our work. This is what drives us to achieve 100% customer satisfaction. That’s why all of our installations go through multiple quality tests and inspections before your keys are handed over.
We specialize in every car service and accessory you could think of. Right from car wrapping, custom audio installation, OEM integration, performance mods and upgradation, and providing the perfect car accessories for your ride; we have you all covered. We deal with anything and everything that’s related to enhancing the look, performance, and longevity of your car.
If top-rated services and provides are not enough to excite you, we’re sure this will. You are backed by a lifetime warranty on all our installations!
We offer the best pricing, quality, and expertise like no other car service and accessories providers. Owing to the fact that we import some of the products directly allow us to price them at competitive rates, which means great quality at relatively affordable prices for our customers.
As we truly believe in exceptional quality services, the charges for some of our car services might be slightly higher than the market rates. However, you can rest completely assured that the service provided will be first-rate with no scope of complaints.
Every member of our team is passionate about cars and has a way with them. Passion is something we seek and cannot compromise on, when we hire new members in the team. We’re completely sold on technology and closely monitor every development made in the car industry.
When a new car accessory or a product is launched, we make sure the product is everything that its manufacturers say it is. We perform tests and conduct inspections at our premises, only so we can be utterly sure about it before we start using it our clients’ cars.
We believe that every car is unique and needs to be treated exclusively. Just reach out to us and our experts will guide you to find the perfect match for your requirements!

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we’re the pioneers in the business of car accessories and our success speaks volumes about how dead serious we are about what we do. we’re here to serve you with the finest accessories and highest quality services for your vehicle. we’ll transform your manufacturer-delivered vehicle into the car of your dreams.
trust us to bring your imagination to reality. our passion for personalizing cars gleams through everything we do. allow us to exhibit our excellent services and we’re absolutely certain you won’t be disappointed!
it all began when the founders, karthik, senthil, and gana, who’ve been in the car care business for a long enough time, wanted to expand the services they provided. they wanted to capitalize on their expertise to deliver best quality car accessories and enhancements to the car owners who seldom know much about the technicalities involved.
their combined experience in automobiles, excellence in handling customer relations and karthik’s prowess as a sound engineer are the biggest strength of their association establishing a solid foundation for them.
our mission is to provide first-rate products, services and value to our customers, while maintaining integrity and excellence at every step of the process. we wouldn’t install anything in your vehicle that we wouldn’t ride with in our very own.
we know you take pride in your vehicle, and we take pride in our work. this is what drives us to achieve 100% customer satisfaction. that’s why all of our installations go through multiple quality tests and inspections before your keys are handed over.
we specialize in every car service and accessory you could think of. right from car wrapping, custom audio installation, oem integration, performance mods and upgradation, and providing the perfect car accessories for your ride; we have you all covered. we deal with anything and everything that’s related to enhancing the look, performance, and longevity of your car.
if top-rated services and provides are not enough to excite you, we’re sure this will. you are backed by a lifetime warranty on all our installations!
we offer the best pricing, quality, and expertise like no other car service and accessories providers. owing to the fact that we import some of the products directly allow us to price them at competitive rates, which means great quality at relatively affordable prices for our customers.
as we truly believe in exceptional quality services, the charges for some of our car services might be slightly higher than the market rates. however, you can rest completely assured that the service provided will be first-rate with no scope of complaints.
every member of our team is passionate about cars and has a way with them. passion is something we seek and cannot compromise on, when we hire new members in the team. we’re completely sold on technology and closely monitor every development made in the car industry.
when a new car accessory or a product is launched, we make sure the product is everything that its manufacturers say it is. we perform tests and conduct inspections at our premises, only so we can be utterly sure about it before we start using it our clients’ cars.
we believe that every car is unique and needs to be treated exclusively. just reach out to us and our experts will guide you to find the perfect match for your requirements!


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This 450 acre mixed-use business park offers Certified Shovel Ready sites from 1 to 50 acres and are being offered to qualified development projects for as little as $1.00. Take advantage of a great location, an outstanding transportation network, low income tax environment for manufacturers, and enjoy the ease of a simple, inexpensive, fast permitting process.
Beloit has been nationally recognized for its revitalization efforts. Here you will find the historic, economic, social, and cultural center of the community. A vibrant place that combines shopping, dining, the arts, and living, and over 50 special events throughout the year.
Operates a 360,000 square foot corrugated box facility that employs nearly 130 “green” jobs in Beloit’s Gateway Business Park. Pratt is joined by other household names that call Beloit home such as: Kerry Americas, NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes, Hormel Foods, Frito-Lay, DuPont, Synder’s Lance, Fairbanks Morse Engine, Staples, ABC Supply, and Regal Beloit among many others.
Beloit businesses can benefit from Greater Beloit’s strategic location. Our geographical location on the Illinois-Wisconsin border, midway between Lake Michigan and the Mississippi River, puts us in the center of the U.S.A.’s biggest market-the Midwest. Speedy access to these markets is provided by the area’s diversified transportation systems. Interstate Highways 39, 90, and 43 link the area with other Wisconsin and Illinois communities, as well as the rest of the nation.
We are in close proximity to 2 major cities; Chicago and Milwaukee, both within a 2 hour drive. Greater Beloit can offer ease of access to markets and suppliers for Beloit businesses. This is a highly significant factor in terms of freight costs and the increased emphasis on “Just-In-Time” production. With its strategic location and access to markets, Greater Beloit continually plays a big role in Wisconsin public economic development. In short, Greater Beloit can offer Beloit businesses the right location to expand or establish a business.
Dec. 13, 2018- ABC Supply Company is expanding in the new year, with the company set to build a new central office space in Beloit. Construction on the $30.5 million dollar project is expected to start in 2019, with the building to open in 2020.
Dec. 4, 2018- Seal-Rite Door is expanding its custom residential entry door design and manufacturing services by relocating, and expanding, its operations to Beloit’s Stateline Industrial Park. The company, which is leasing a 105,000 SF building developed by Hendricks Commercial Properties, is slated to begin operations by mid-2019. Once fully-operational, Seal-Rite will have more than 75 full-time employees.

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this 450 acre mixed-use business park offers certified shovel ready sites from 1 to 50 acres and are being offered to qualified development projects for as little as $1.00. take advantage of a great location, an outstanding transportation network, low income tax environment for manufacturers, and enjoy the ease of a simple, inexpensive, fast permitting process.
beloit has been nationally recognized for its revitalization efforts. here you will find the historic, economic, social, and cultural center of the community. a vibrant place that combines shopping, dining, the arts, and living, and over 50 special events throughout the year.
operates a 360,000 square foot corrugated box facility that employs nearly 130 “green” jobs in beloit’s gateway business park. pratt is joined by other household names that call beloit home such as: kerry americas, northstar medical radioisotopes, hormel foods, frito-lay, dupont, synder’s lance, fairbanks morse engine, staples, abc supply, and regal beloit among many others.
beloit businesses can benefit from greater beloit’s strategic location. our geographical location on the illinois-wisconsin border, midway between lake michigan and the mississippi river, puts us in the center of the u.s.a.’s biggest market-the midwest. speedy access to these markets is provided by the area’s diversified transportation systems. interstate highways 39, 90, and 43 link the area with other wisconsin and illinois communities, as well as the rest of the nation.
we are in close proximity to 2 major cities; chicago and milwaukee, both within a 2 hour drive. greater beloit can offer ease of access to markets and suppliers for beloit businesses. this is a highly significant factor in terms of freight costs and the increased emphasis on “just-in-time” production. with its strategic location and access to markets, greater beloit continually plays a big role in wisconsin public economic development. in short, greater beloit can offer beloit businesses the right location to expand or establish a business.
dec. 13, 2018- abc supply company is expanding in the new year, with the company set to build a new central office space in beloit. construction on the $30.5 million dollar project is expected to start in 2019, with the building to open in 2020.
dec. 4, 2018- seal-rite door is expanding its custom residential entry door design and manufacturing services by relocating, and expanding, its operations to beloit’s stateline industrial park. the company, which is leasing a 105,000 sf building developed by hendricks commercial properties, is slated to begin operations by mid-2019. once fully-operational, seal-rite will have more than 75 full-time employees.


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Welcome to Lone Star College's Office of the General Counsel web page. The Office of the General Counsel provides information and related services to the Lone Star College and its component campuses and centers. To best meet the needs of our complex constituency, our office assumes a variety of roles.
The Office of the General Counsel strives to provide timely and responsible legal advice regarding the expansive array of legal issues that face a thriving, modern, public community college system, such as Lone Star College. Our office addresses existing and potential legal matters in order to help the College continue to be the premier institution of higher education.
All matters requiring legal advice or legal action should be referred to the Office of the General Counsel.
Notice: This site is intended to be used by employees of Lone Star College in their official capacities. It is not intended to provide personal legal advice to any individual or entity.

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welcome to lone star college's office of the general counsel web page. the office of the general counsel provides information and related services to the lone star college and its component campuses and centers. to best meet the needs of our complex constituency, our office assumes a variety of roles.
the office of the general counsel strives to provide timely and responsible legal advice regarding the expansive array of legal issues that face a thriving, modern, public community college system, such as lone star college. our office addresses existing and potential legal matters in order to help the college continue to be the premier institution of higher education.
all matters requiring legal advice or legal action should be referred to the office of the general counsel.
notice: this site is intended to be used by employees of lone star college in their official capacities. it is not intended to provide personal legal advice to any individual or entity.


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At present, there are no comprehensive frameworks to effectively capture the extent and scope of social issues. By empowering women and those at the grassroots level who are directly affected, we can gather relevant data that will address social challenges through a holistic and sustainable approach. Vulnerability mapping is the key to understanding these complex social problems.
Why we chose empowering women, and the impact of our work.

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at present, there are no comprehensive frameworks to effectively capture the extent and scope of social issues. by empowering women and those at the grassroots level who are directly affected, we can gather relevant data that will address social challenges through a holistic and sustainable approach. vulnerability mapping is the key to understanding these complex social problems.
why we chose empowering women, and the impact of our work.


text: The Art Institute of Chicago, "Charles White: A Retrospective", June 6 - September 3, 2018, cat. 90, p. 191, pl. 104, cat. by Sarah Kelly Oehler, et. al., traveled to New York, The Museum of Modern Art, October 2, 2018 - January 13, 2019, Los Angeles, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, February 17 - June 9, 2019.

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2020 Honda Insight Fuel Economy Colors, Release Date, Interior, Price – . The Honda Insight had taken a bust soon after the 2014 model year that survived right up until its comprehensive revamp in 2019. With its redesign nonetheless so refreshing, we assume the 2020 Honda Insight to become a carryover.
What Will The 2020 honda insight fuel economy Changes Look Like?
The massive transform for the present Honda Insight is it abandoning the awesome liftback appear and transferring to the Honda Civic platform with Honda Accord design cues. This more conventional design vocabulary has gotten carry in the hybrid community, therefore we count on no major graphic changes on the 2020 Insight.
The new-era Honda Insight acquired the IIHS’ best honors as a Top Safety Pick thanks to its leading-levels collision assessments and common automatic emergency braking. Other regular safety products on the present Insight consists of lane-continue to keep aid, traffic signal reputation, and automatic front lights. We count on the safety features and reviews to keep the very same on the 2020 Insight.
Inside of, the neat and conservative design proceeds for the Insight. Brief of the economy measure, there is tiny to point out to you this is a higher-tech electrified vehicle. Besides the force-option transmission, the Honda Insight is also free of charge of lots of switches and interfaces to fool around with. Like the exterior, we count on the easy interior format to transport into the 2020 Honda Insight without any changes.
Since there are no changes to its seems, we assume no changes to the 2020 Insight’s regular features. If the is real, it would arrive normal with 16-inch rims, LED front lights, a 5-inch audio system show, Bluetooth, a USB harbour, keyless ignition, cloth covers, and much more. Customers trying to find far more features can relocate up to greater trims like the EX and range-topping Touring.
We assume no changes to the 2020 Honda Insight’s powertrain. If this type of demonstrates exact, it includes a 107-horsepower 1.5-liter gasoline-powered engine and a 129-hp electric motor. Collectively, these products force 151 hp and 197 pound-feet of torque to the entrance rims without the need of the support of a transmission. Even if this powertrain will not do very much in terminology of performance, it offers up to 55 mpg city, 49 highway, and 52 mixed.
When Does 2020 honda insight fuel economy Come Out?
There is no recognized release date for the 2020 Honda Insight, but we anticipate a summer time 2019 very first whether it adheres to the recent model’s routine.
How Much Is 2020 honda insight fuel economy Price?
Without changes in the performs, we count on the 2020 Honda Insight’s MSRP to stay near the 2019 model’s price range of $23,725 to $28,985 (vacation spot service fees integrated).

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2020 honda insight fuel economy colors, release date, interior, price – . the honda insight had taken a bust soon after the 2014 model year that survived right up until its comprehensive revamp in 2019. with its redesign nonetheless so refreshing, we assume the 2020 honda insight to become a carryover.
what will the 2020 honda insight fuel economy changes look like?
the massive transform for the present honda insight is it abandoning the awesome liftback appear and transferring to the honda civic platform with honda accord design cues. this more conventional design vocabulary has gotten carry in the hybrid community, therefore we count on no major graphic changes on the 2020 insight.
the new-era honda insight acquired the iihs’ best honors as a top safety pick thanks to its leading-levels collision assessments and common automatic emergency braking. other regular safety products on the present insight consists of lane-continue to keep aid, traffic signal reputation, and automatic front lights. we count on the safety features and reviews to keep the very same on the 2020 insight.
inside of, the neat and conservative design proceeds for the insight. brief of the economy measure, there is tiny to point out to you this is a higher-tech electrified vehicle. besides the force-option transmission, the honda insight is also free of charge of lots of switches and interfaces to fool around with. like the exterior, we count on the easy interior format to transport into the 2020 honda insight without any changes.
since there are no changes to its seems, we assume no changes to the 2020 insight’s regular features. if the is real, it would arrive normal with 16-inch rims, led front lights, a 5-inch audio system show, bluetooth, a usb harbour, keyless ignition, cloth covers, and much more. customers trying to find far more features can relocate up to greater trims like the ex and range-topping touring.
we assume no changes to the 2020 honda insight’s powertrain. if this type of demonstrates exact, it includes a 107-horsepower 1.5-liter gasoline-powered engine and a 129-hp electric motor. collectively, these products force 151 hp and 197 pound-feet of torque to the entrance rims without the need of the support of a transmission. even if this powertrain will not do very much in terminology of performance, it offers up to 55 mpg city, 49 highway, and 52 mixed.
when does 2020 honda insight fuel economy come out?
there is no recognized release date for the 2020 honda insight, but we anticipate a summer time 2019 very first whether it adheres to the recent model’s routine.
how much is 2020 honda insight fuel economy price?
without changes in the performs, we count on the 2020 honda insight’s msrp to stay near the 2019 model’s price range of $23,725 to $28,985 (vacation spot service fees integrated).


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The link between Hollywood and politics has always felt more pronounced than that of the connection that most other industries have to world leaders, mostly because of the profile that big-name Hollywood actors and actresses have. Clint Eastwood once spoke to an empty chair at the Republican National Convention, Sean Penn has done just about everything, including interviewing notorious drug lords for Rolling Stone, and so forth. Leonardo DiCaprio has been outspoken about environmental issues for a long time now, so him hosting a fundraiser for Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton should come as no surprise.
He had the best intentions this time out, reports Deadline, but something came up and he won’t be able to host the previously-planned August 23rd event at his LA home. That means that those $33,400-a-plate patrons will now be shuffled off to a new, equally-as-ritzy location; the home of Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel. DiCaprio will be in New York filming for an upcoming project and turned to former Mouseketeer, Grammy-award-winning musician and actor pal Justin Timberlake and his equally-talented wife, Jessica Biel, to see if they could pick up his slack while he was across the country. They were happy to oblige and the event will go on as scheduled, just in a new location.
This will be just one of many fundraising events that Clinton has planned in the Los Angeles area in the coming week, including one at Magic Johnson’s home and another at Haim Saban’s.

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the link between hollywood and politics has always felt more pronounced than that of the connection that most other industries have to world leaders, mostly because of the profile that big-name hollywood actors and actresses have. clint eastwood once spoke to an empty chair at the republican national convention, sean penn has done just about everything, including interviewing notorious drug lords for rolling stone, and so forth. leonardo dicaprio has been outspoken about environmental issues for a long time now, so him hosting a fundraiser for democratic candidate hillary clinton should come as no surprise.
he had the best intentions this time out, reports deadline, but something came up and he won’t be able to host the previously-planned august 23rd event at his la home. that means that those $33,400-a-plate patrons will now be shuffled off to a new, equally-as-ritzy location; the home of justin timberlake and jessica biel. dicaprio will be in new york filming for an upcoming project and turned to former mouseketeer, grammy-award-winning musician and actor pal justin timberlake and his equally-talented wife, jessica biel, to see if they could pick up his slack while he was across the country. they were happy to oblige and the event will go on as scheduled, just in a new location.
this will be just one of many fundraising events that clinton has planned in the los angeles area in the coming week, including one at magic johnson’s home and another at haim saban’s.


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SLAS | Sri Lankan Association in Scotland - Moving to Scotland?
When you move to Scotland, one thing you will be guaranteed is a friendly welcome. You can help make that move go as smoothly as possible by taking the time to research beforehand what matters to you most.
Priorities are likely to include: finding a home, starting work, opening a bank account, registering with a doctor and researching schools. You can find advice on all of these matters and more on the TalentScotland website.
TalentScotland also provides a handy ‘Moving to Scotland’ checklist, with tips on such things as organising a visa, arranging removals and storage, and making travel plans for any pets.
Emigrating to Scotland can be a painless process if you take the time to research and prepare for your application. There are many ways you can go about emigrating to Scotland and it's important that you choose the correct one for your situation. Can you move to Scotland? Find out more about organising visas and the emigration process.
People living in Scotland can take advantage of a full and diverse range of healthcare, with the National Health Service (NHS) and both private and complementary medicine practices available.
The majority of NHS provision is free and any care which is accessed privately is paid for directly or, more usually, through one of several private healthcare insurance schemes. Newcomers to the UK are eligible for free NHS care, provided they have valid permits. Find out more about healthcare in Scotland.
Scotland has an outstanding world-wide reputation in education. Scotland has a comprehensive state education system and all children attend school from age 5-16 years, with the option of continuing until the age of 18. All children are provided with free nursery education for two years prior to beginning school. Scotland also offers further and higher education through a network of world-class universities and colleges. Find out more about the Scottish education system.
Finding a place to live is of course one of the most important considerations when thinking about moving to Scotland. Depending on how long you’re going to be here, you can either buy or rent a home. Whichever you decide to do, you can look forward to a huge range of housing options, both in town – where you can choose between everything from waterfront apartments and large Victorian homes to more modern houses – and in the country, within easy commuting distance of the city. More on finding a place to live in Scotland.

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slas | sri lankan association in scotland - moving to scotland?
when you move to scotland, one thing you will be guaranteed is a friendly welcome. you can help make that move go as smoothly as possible by taking the time to research beforehand what matters to you most.
priorities are likely to include: finding a home, starting work, opening a bank account, registering with a doctor and researching schools. you can find advice on all of these matters and more on the talentscotland website.
talentscotland also provides a handy ‘moving to scotland’ checklist, with tips on such things as organising a visa, arranging removals and storage, and making travel plans for any pets.
emigrating to scotland can be a painless process if you take the time to research and prepare for your application. there are many ways you can go about emigrating to scotland and it's important that you choose the correct one for your situation. can you move to scotland? find out more about organising visas and the emigration process.
people living in scotland can take advantage of a full and diverse range of healthcare, with the national health service (nhs) and both private and complementary medicine practices available.
the majority of nhs provision is free and any care which is accessed privately is paid for directly or, more usually, through one of several private healthcare insurance schemes. newcomers to the uk are eligible for free nhs care, provided they have valid permits. find out more about healthcare in scotland.
scotland has an outstanding world-wide reputation in education. scotland has a comprehensive state education system and all children attend school from age 5-16 years, with the option of continuing until the age of 18. all children are provided with free nursery education for two years prior to beginning school. scotland also offers further and higher education through a network of world-class universities and colleges. find out more about the scottish education system.
finding a place to live is of course one of the most important considerations when thinking about moving to scotland. depending on how long you’re going to be here, you can either buy or rent a home. whichever you decide to do, you can look forward to a huge range of housing options, both in town – where you can choose between everything from waterfront apartments and large victorian homes to more modern houses – and in the country, within easy commuting distance of the city. more on finding a place to live in scotland.


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An interesting article on the effect that the presence of men has on laboratory rats and mice, compared with the presence of women. I, personally, have never noticed a difference in the way our rats react around my husband compared with around me, but the article does say that the effect diminishes with time, so maybe it is just an effect when they are getting to know you.
I do wonder, however, if this effect plays a role in male vs female veterinarians. Would a rat be less stressed around a female veterinarian? Would he/she be more likely to experience pain around a female veterinarian? I am guessing the effect is insignificant compared with the stress produced just by visiting a strange location with lots of predatory animal smells. My rats have always been nervous visiting the vet, even though our veterinarian is a woman.
I will say that I definitely notice this effect in one of our dogs. She is a very good guard dog, but it takes her a while to warm up to new people. It is much easier to get her to relax around women than around men. I think that is a pretty common reaction in dogs, so I can see it carrying over to rats in less obvious ways.
Bela had to see the vet for the first time today. She and her sisters turned one year old sometime this month and with turning that corner comes the inevitable appearance of respiratory infections. This week, I started to hear the faint "rubber lung" breathing sounds coming from Bela that unfortunately mean a respiratory infection is starting to catch up with her. With that, come vet trips and the need for a good rat carrier to transport her in. (Bela is now on Baytril and Doxycycline and we will hopefully nip this in the bud).
It took us a while to find a good rat carrier. When we got our first rats, I used a small bird carrier I had on hand (similar to the one shown on the left). They are good for babies because the bar spacing is very narrow and the little ratties cannot escape. However, our first boys quickly grew out of that squirmy baby stage and into the big squish stage, and the little bird carriers were way too small.
We looked at small animal carriers, but they all were either too small or made from fabric mesh that a determined rat could quickly chew his or her way out of. For a while, I made my own carrier out of a plastic bin, with the plastic cut out of the lid and a small wire panel from a bird cage zip tied over the opening. But this was only a temporary solution. The ventilation was not great and I don't think the rats felt comfortable inside.
I saw a carrier like the one we currently have (pictured at the top and below) on an episode of iCarly that my kids were watching. They were using it to hold a ferret and it looked perfect. But I couldn't find a small animal carrier like that anywhere. Turned out, I was looking in the wrong place.
In fact, this is a small dog/cat carrier. I found it by accident at Petsmart when they were stacked against the back wall in the clearance section (Petsmart no longer carries this model). I would never have thought to look for it in the dog/cat section. It is the Petmate Look 'N See Kennel and it is still available from Amazon.
Of course, in retrospect, it makes sense that a cat carrier would make a good rat carrier, as long as the openings are not too big for a rat to squeeze through. I just never thought to look in the cat section. And I like this model especially because of the all metal wire top, which provides the good ventilation that a rat needs and which cannot be chewed. There are also no exposed plastic edges that a rat could chew on. It is the perfect size for rats - large enough for a couple of rats for a short period of time but easy enough to carry around at a vet's office. The smallest babies may still need a smaller carrier until they are big enough not to squeeze through the door openings and if you are taking a long trip you may need a larger transport cage rather than a carrier, but for juvenile and adult rats and quick trips to the vet, this carrier is perfect.
Rats and Do-It-Yourself projects go hand in hand. Many commercial rat toys/accessories are expensive, often unsafe for the animal they are intended for, often sized wrong, and tend not to last long. Ordinary household items/recyclables often work just as well or better with a little craftiness and a creative mind.
There is now a Facebook group for sharing your own DIY projects, whether you just want to share what you've made or share tutorials showing how to make them: Crafty Rat Owners DIY Facebook Group.
This is a great place to find new ideas for adorning your cage and for learning to make things you would have never thought of on your own. It is also a good community for sharing what you have done with other like-minded rat owners. The group includes everything from sewing projects, to crafts, woodworking, cage building - anything that you make yourself for the good of your ratties.
Happy World Rat Day 2014!
Pirate and Bela - He Loved His Girls!
Bela and Ruby are Best Buds!
Jo is Definitely Not Shy!
I'm Pretty Sure I Smell Food!

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an interesting article on the effect that the presence of men has on laboratory rats and mice, compared with the presence of women. i, personally, have never noticed a difference in the way our rats react around my husband compared with around me, but the article does say that the effect diminishes with time, so maybe it is just an effect when they are getting to know you.
i do wonder, however, if this effect plays a role in male vs female veterinarians. would a rat be less stressed around a female veterinarian? would he/she be more likely to experience pain around a female veterinarian? i am guessing the effect is insignificant compared with the stress produced just by visiting a strange location with lots of predatory animal smells. my rats have always been nervous visiting the vet, even though our veterinarian is a woman.
i will say that i definitely notice this effect in one of our dogs. she is a very good guard dog, but it takes her a while to warm up to new people. it is much easier to get her to relax around women than around men. i think that is a pretty common reaction in dogs, so i can see it carrying over to rats in less obvious ways.
bela had to see the vet for the first time today. she and her sisters turned one year old sometime this month and with turning that corner comes the inevitable appearance of respiratory infections. this week, i started to hear the faint "rubber lung" breathing sounds coming from bela that unfortunately mean a respiratory infection is starting to catch up with her. with that, come vet trips and the need for a good rat carrier to transport her in. (bela is now on baytril and doxycycline and we will hopefully nip this in the bud).
it took us a while to find a good rat carrier. when we got our first rats, i used a small bird carrier i had on hand (similar to the one shown on the left). they are good for babies because the bar spacing is very narrow and the little ratties cannot escape. however, our first boys quickly grew out of that squirmy baby stage and into the big squish stage, and the little bird carriers were way too small.
we looked at small animal carriers, but they all were either too small or made from fabric mesh that a determined rat could quickly chew his or her way out of. for a while, i made my own carrier out of a plastic bin, with the plastic cut out of the lid and a small wire panel from a bird cage zip tied over the opening. but this was only a temporary solution. the ventilation was not great and i don't think the rats felt comfortable inside.
i saw a carrier like the one we currently have (pictured at the top and below) on an episode of icarly that my kids were watching. they were using it to hold a ferret and it looked perfect. but i couldn't find a small animal carrier like that anywhere. turned out, i was looking in the wrong place.
in fact, this is a small dog/cat carrier. i found it by accident at petsmart when they were stacked against the back wall in the clearance section (petsmart no longer carries this model). i would never have thought to look for it in the dog/cat section. it is the petmate look 'n see kennel and it is still available from amazon.
of course, in retrospect, it makes sense that a cat carrier would make a good rat carrier, as long as the openings are not too big for a rat to squeeze through. i just never thought to look in the cat section. and i like this model especially because of the all metal wire top, which provides the good ventilation that a rat needs and which cannot be chewed. there are also no exposed plastic edges that a rat could chew on. it is the perfect size for rats - large enough for a couple of rats for a short period of time but easy enough to carry around at a vet's office. the smallest babies may still need a smaller carrier until they are big enough not to squeeze through the door openings and if you are taking a long trip you may need a larger transport cage rather than a carrier, but for juvenile and adult rats and quick trips to the vet, this carrier is perfect.
rats and do-it-yourself projects go hand in hand. many commercial rat toys/accessories are expensive, often unsafe for the animal they are intended for, often sized wrong, and tend not to last long. ordinary household items/recyclables often work just as well or better with a little craftiness and a creative mind.
there is now a facebook group for sharing your own diy projects, whether you just want to share what you've made or share tutorials showing how to make them: crafty rat owners diy facebook group.
this is a great place to find new ideas for adorning your cage and for learning to make things you would have never thought of on your own. it is also a good community for sharing what you have done with other like-minded rat owners. the group includes everything from sewing projects, to crafts, woodworking, cage building - anything that you make yourself for the good of your ratties.
happy world rat day 2014!
pirate and bela - he loved his girls!
bela and ruby are best buds!
jo is definitely not shy!
i'm pretty sure i smell food!


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A federal judge in California says that uninsulated power conductors owned by a local utility company were the cause of several wildfires that state agencies battled across California since 2017.
U.S. District Court Judge William Alsup found that equipment from utility company Pacific Gas and Electric was the cause of some wildfires due to tree limbs and other debris knocking uninsulated power conductors together, NBC News reports.
"The Court tentatively finds that the single most recurring cause of the large 2017 and 2018 wildfires attributable to PG&E’s equipment has been the susceptibility of PG&E’s distribution lines to trees or limbs falling onto them during high-wind events," Alsup's order reads, according to NBC.
"The power conductors are almost always uninsulated. When the conductors are pushed together by falling trees or limbs, electrical sparks drop into the vegetation below. During the wildfire season when the vegetation is dry, these electrical sparks pose an extreme danger of igniting a wildfire," he added.
Wildfires have damaged thousands of homes and killed dozens of people in the state over the past several years, including the massive Camp Fire that was contained by officials late last year after damaging 14,000 homes and killing 86 people.
Pacific Gas and Electric told NBC in a statement that it was reviewing the judge's ruling and was committed to following "all rules and regulations that apply to our work."
"PG&E’s most important responsibility is the safety of our customers and the communities we serve. We are aware of Judge Alsup’s latest order and are currently reviewing," PG&E said, according to NBC.
"We are committed to complying with all rules and regulations that apply to our work, while working together with our state and community partners and across all sectors and disciplines to develop comprehensive, long-term safety solutions for the future."

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a federal judge in california says that uninsulated power conductors owned by a local utility company were the cause of several wildfires that state agencies battled across california since 2017.
u.s. district court judge william alsup found that equipment from utility company pacific gas and electric was the cause of some wildfires due to tree limbs and other debris knocking uninsulated power conductors together, nbc news reports.
"the court tentatively finds that the single most recurring cause of the large 2017 and 2018 wildfires attributable to pg&e’s equipment has been the susceptibility of pg&e’s distribution lines to trees or limbs falling onto them during high-wind events," alsup's order reads, according to nbc.
"the power conductors are almost always uninsulated. when the conductors are pushed together by falling trees or limbs, electrical sparks drop into the vegetation below. during the wildfire season when the vegetation is dry, these electrical sparks pose an extreme danger of igniting a wildfire," he added.
wildfires have damaged thousands of homes and killed dozens of people in the state over the past several years, including the massive camp fire that was contained by officials late last year after damaging 14,000 homes and killing 86 people.
pacific gas and electric told nbc in a statement that it was reviewing the judge's ruling and was committed to following "all rules and regulations that apply to our work."
"pg&e’s most important responsibility is the safety of our customers and the communities we serve. we are aware of judge alsup’s latest order and are currently reviewing," pg&e said, according to nbc.
"we are committed to complying with all rules and regulations that apply to our work, while working together with our state and community partners and across all sectors and disciplines to develop comprehensive, long-term safety solutions for the future."


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The charity was formed in early 2005, through a donation of funds from Dr. Peter Emily. PEIVDF initially was formed as a 501(c)(3) private foundation. On June 23, 2009, PEIVDF incorporated as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) public charity.
What is the charity's mission?
The charity’s mission is to provide advanced veterinary dental care and education for the benefit of captive exotic animals located in facilities in the US and abroad by conducting veterinary dental teaching missions to sanctuaries, shelters, and lesser zoos that are understaffed and/or under funded from a veterinary perspective.
Is PEIVDF a registered charity?
PEIVDF is recognized by the I.R.S. as a registered 501(c)(3) public charity.
The charity’s offices are located in Lakewood, Colorado – 15 minutes West of Denver. The charity currently conducts missions in the US.
How can I apply to PEIVDF for assistance in the form of a mission for my sanctuary or zoo?
How can I apply to work on a mission?
The charity has an application form for prospective mission workers to fill out and submit to the charity. To download the form, click HERE. Fill in the form, save your changes, and email the form back to us at missions@peteremilyfoundation.org. Please be sure to answer all the questions.
Are you still awarding working grants?
Working grants were awarded in 2005 through 2008. For 2009 onward, the charity discontinued its grants program and is focusing its efforts on directly providing advanced veterinary dental care and education for the benefit of captive exotic animals located in facilities in the US and abroad.

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the charity was formed in early 2005, through a donation of funds from dr. peter emily. peivdf initially was formed as a 501(c)(3) private foundation. on june 23, 2009, peivdf incorporated as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) public charity.
what is the charity's mission?
the charity’s mission is to provide advanced veterinary dental care and education for the benefit of captive exotic animals located in facilities in the us and abroad by conducting veterinary dental teaching missions to sanctuaries, shelters, and lesser zoos that are understaffed and/or under funded from a veterinary perspective.
is peivdf a registered charity?
peivdf is recognized by the i.r.s. as a registered 501(c)(3) public charity.
the charity’s offices are located in lakewood, colorado – 15 minutes west of denver. the charity currently conducts missions in the us.
how can i apply to peivdf for assistance in the form of a mission for my sanctuary or zoo?
how can i apply to work on a mission?
the charity has an application form for prospective mission workers to fill out and submit to the charity. to download the form, click here. fill in the form, save your changes, and email the form back to us at missions@peteremilyfoundation.org. please be sure to answer all the questions.
are you still awarding working grants?
working grants were awarded in 2005 through 2008. for 2009 onward, the charity discontinued its grants program and is focusing its efforts on directly providing advanced veterinary dental care and education for the benefit of captive exotic animals located in facilities in the us and abroad.


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Phillips 66 (NYSE:PSX) has seen an increase in support from the world’s most elite money managers recently. Our calculations also showed that PSX isn’t among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds.
Let’s take a peek at the new hedge fund action encompassing Phillips 66 (NYSE:PSX).
At the end of the fourth quarter, a total of 47 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey held long positions in this stock, a change of 9% from the second quarter of 2018. The graph below displays the number of hedge funds with bullish position in PSX over the last 14 quarters. With hedge funds’ capital changing hands, there exists a select group of notable hedge fund managers who were upping their stakes considerably (or already accumulated large positions).
More specifically, Berkshire Hathaway was the largest shareholder of Phillips 66 (NYSE:PSX), with a stake worth $1024.8 million reported as of the end of September. Trailing Berkshire Hathaway was AQR Capital Management, which amassed a stake valued at $185.4 million. Millennium Management, Renaissance Technologies, and East Side Capital (RR Partners) were also very fond of the stock, giving the stock large weights in their portfolios.
With a general bullishness amongst the heavyweights, key money managers have jumped into Phillips 66 (NYSE:PSX) headfirst. Capital Growth Management, managed by Ken Heebner, established the biggest position in Phillips 66 (NYSE:PSX). Capital Growth Management had $33.6 million invested in the company at the end of the quarter. Michael Kharitonov and Jon David McAuliffe’s Voleon Capital also made a $12.1 million investment in the stock during the quarter. The following funds were also among the new PSX investors: Clint Carlson’s Carlson Capital, George Soros’s Soros Fund Management, and Peter Algert and Kevin Coldiron’s Algert Coldiron Investors.
Let’s check out hedge fund activity in other stocks similar to Phillips 66 (NYSE:PSX). We will take a look at Kimberly Clark Corporation (NYSE:KMB), Humana Inc (NYSE:HUM), Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (NYSE:BAM), and Mizuho Financial Group Inc. (NYSE:MFG). This group of stocks’ market valuations match PSX’s market valuation.
As you can see these stocks had an average of 28 hedge funds with bullish positions and the average amount invested in these stocks was $1157 million. That figure was $2113 million in PSX’s case. Humana Inc (NYSE:HUM) is the most popular stock in this table. On the other hand Mizuho Financial Group Inc. (NYSE:MFG) is the least popular one with only 4 bullish hedge fund positions. Compared to these stocks Phillips 66 (NYSE:PSX) is more popular among hedge funds. Considering that hedge funds are fond of this stock in relation to its market cap peers, it may be a good idea to analyze it in detail and potentially include it in your portfolio. Our calculations showed that top 15 most popular stocks among hedge funds returned 19.7% through March 15th and outperformed the S&P 500 ETF (SPY) by 6.6 percentage points. Hedge funds were also right about betting on PSX, though not to the same extent, as the stock returned 15.3% and outperformed the market as well.
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phillips 66 (nyse:psx) has seen an increase in support from the world’s most elite money managers recently. our calculations also showed that psx isn’t among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds.
let’s take a peek at the new hedge fund action encompassing phillips 66 (nyse:psx).
at the end of the fourth quarter, a total of 47 of the hedge funds tracked by insider monkey held long positions in this stock, a change of 9% from the second quarter of 2018. the graph below displays the number of hedge funds with bullish position in psx over the last 14 quarters. with hedge funds’ capital changing hands, there exists a select group of notable hedge fund managers who were upping their stakes considerably (or already accumulated large positions).
more specifically, berkshire hathaway was the largest shareholder of phillips 66 (nyse:psx), with a stake worth $1024.8 million reported as of the end of september. trailing berkshire hathaway was aqr capital management, which amassed a stake valued at $185.4 million. millennium management, renaissance technologies, and east side capital (rr partners) were also very fond of the stock, giving the stock large weights in their portfolios.
with a general bullishness amongst the heavyweights, key money managers have jumped into phillips 66 (nyse:psx) headfirst. capital growth management, managed by ken heebner, established the biggest position in phillips 66 (nyse:psx). capital growth management had $33.6 million invested in the company at the end of the quarter. michael kharitonov and jon david mcauliffe’s voleon capital also made a $12.1 million investment in the stock during the quarter. the following funds were also among the new psx investors: clint carlson’s carlson capital, george soros’s soros fund management, and peter algert and kevin coldiron’s algert coldiron investors.
let’s check out hedge fund activity in other stocks similar to phillips 66 (nyse:psx). we will take a look at kimberly clark corporation (nyse:kmb), humana inc (nyse:hum), brookfield asset management inc. (nyse:bam), and mizuho financial group inc. (nyse:mfg). this group of stocks’ market valuations match psx’s market valuation.
as you can see these stocks had an average of 28 hedge funds with bullish positions and the average amount invested in these stocks was $1157 million. that figure was $2113 million in psx’s case. humana inc (nyse:hum) is the most popular stock in this table. on the other hand mizuho financial group inc. (nyse:mfg) is the least popular one with only 4 bullish hedge fund positions. compared to these stocks phillips 66 (nyse:psx) is more popular among hedge funds. considering that hedge funds are fond of this stock in relation to its market cap peers, it may be a good idea to analyze it in detail and potentially include it in your portfolio. our calculations showed that top 15 most popular stocks among hedge funds returned 19.7% through march 15th and outperformed the s&p 500 etf (spy) by 6.6 percentage points. hedge funds were also right about betting on psx, though not to the same extent, as the stock returned 15.3% and outperformed the market as well.
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This lovely Fiat 500 was in our workshop recently needing a repair to its nearside front wing. For our team this was a relatively straightforward repair. We had it in our workshop right away and our team were on it to get the car back to its pristine state so we yet again exceeded the customer expectation which was our aim.
No matter how large or small the body work damage or if you need a car paint repair maybe from shopping trolley damage or a simple knock then why not give the team at Smartworld a call on 01392 680046 or contact us through the website here for your free no obligation quotation.

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this lovely fiat 500 was in our workshop recently needing a repair to its nearside front wing. for our team this was a relatively straightforward repair. we had it in our workshop right away and our team were on it to get the car back to its pristine state so we yet again exceeded the customer expectation which was our aim.
no matter how large or small the body work damage or if you need a car paint repair maybe from shopping trolley damage or a simple knock then why not give the team at smartworld a call on 01392 680046 or contact us through the website here for your free no obligation quotation.


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Many of us are cautious about labels, me included. When people ask me what I believe regarding God, I say that I am a christian which leads to what denomination I am. I always find that one tough to answer. If I used a common denomination there would be less to say because most of us have a basic idea of what denominations believe outside of details. If I say I am a Christ follower (or worse, a follower of Paul) people just stare and say, yeah, we established that, but what denomination. Declaring yourself a non-denominational christian is basically declaring a denomination. At Dale Carnegie class we learned the 2 minute speech, which does work but when you throw in the that you believe God will save all men those 2 minutes are either going to be the end of a short conversation or the beginning of a long explanation! Nothing against Unitarians but that is very far from my beliefs, unfortunately, Unitarians seem to have the market covered regarding the term universalist. There are christian universalists, evangelical universalists, universal reconciliationist, believers in the greater hope, and no doubt more. Do we need another "ist" or "ism"? Probably not but I finally feel the need to label myself, I am an open universalist. I googled it and did not see this term, at least in the first few pages. I am not making an attempt to coin a new belief system, it is just a name that wraps up my beliefs in a simple way. Now if someone asks and they are interested I can explain why, if not, maybe they will google it and land here.
The purpose of this site is to bring two wonderful theologies together using their unique perspectives and enlightening values. Please though, don't get hung up on the name!

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many of us are cautious about labels, me included. when people ask me what i believe regarding god, i say that i am a christian which leads to what denomination i am. i always find that one tough to answer. if i used a common denomination there would be less to say because most of us have a basic idea of what denominations believe outside of details. if i say i am a christ follower (or worse, a follower of paul) people just stare and say, yeah, we established that, but what denomination. declaring yourself a non-denominational christian is basically declaring a denomination. at dale carnegie class we learned the 2 minute speech, which does work but when you throw in the that you believe god will save all men those 2 minutes are either going to be the end of a short conversation or the beginning of a long explanation! nothing against unitarians but that is very far from my beliefs, unfortunately, unitarians seem to have the market covered regarding the term universalist. there are christian universalists, evangelical universalists, universal reconciliationist, believers in the greater hope, and no doubt more. do we need another "ist" or "ism"? probably not but i finally feel the need to label myself, i am an open universalist. i googled it and did not see this term, at least in the first few pages. i am not making an attempt to coin a new belief system, it is just a name that wraps up my beliefs in a simple way. now if someone asks and they are interested i can explain why, if not, maybe they will google it and land here.
the purpose of this site is to bring two wonderful theologies together using their unique perspectives and enlightening values. please though, don't get hung up on the name!


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When you live in a state like Florida, the threat of a pest infestation is as great as the likelihood of a severe summer storm. To ensure you protect your property and pockets from structural damage and financial loss, it's important to take preventative action against the Sunshine State's most destructive insects. At Busy Bee Termite & Pest Control, we specialize in not only eliminating pests but also helping homeowners prevent an infestation from happening.
With that said, here are a few of the pests we receive the most calls about.
Whether it's at the office, a store or in a hotel room, you can pick up a bed bug from almost anywhere. Once a bed bug catches a free ride into your home, it can become infested in no time. As with any other pest infestation, it's important to take back control of your property as soon as you notice the warning signs.
Rodents like mice and rats love looking for a cozy place to call home when the temperature in northern Florida starts to dip. Aside from causing structural damage to your property, rodents can also pose numerous health risks, since many of them carry diseases like the Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome. If you notice any signs of a rodent infestation, it's important you contact pest control right away to avoid exposing yourself to a debilitating virus.
Termites are responsible for about $30 billion in damage to crops and man-made structures in the United States every year. As a homeowner, if you notice a termite infestation, every minute counts when it comes to curbing the costs associated with repairs. When you factor in that most insurance companies don't cover damage stemming from a termite infestation, it's even more important to contact pest control immediately once you notice the signs.
For more information about the residential and commercial pest control services we offer in Ponte Vedra, Florida, or if you're interested in receiving a free quote, contact Busy Bee Termite & Pest Control at 904-637-4608. Our team of pest control specialists looks forward to ridding your home of pests and helping you sleep more peacefully.

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when you live in a state like florida, the threat of a pest infestation is as great as the likelihood of a severe summer storm. to ensure you protect your property and pockets from structural damage and financial loss, it's important to take preventative action against the sunshine state's most destructive insects. at busy bee termite & pest control, we specialize in not only eliminating pests but also helping homeowners prevent an infestation from happening.
with that said, here are a few of the pests we receive the most calls about.
whether it's at the office, a store or in a hotel room, you can pick up a bed bug from almost anywhere. once a bed bug catches a free ride into your home, it can become infested in no time. as with any other pest infestation, it's important to take back control of your property as soon as you notice the warning signs.
rodents like mice and rats love looking for a cozy place to call home when the temperature in northern florida starts to dip. aside from causing structural damage to your property, rodents can also pose numerous health risks, since many of them carry diseases like the hantavirus pulmonary syndrome. if you notice any signs of a rodent infestation, it's important you contact pest control right away to avoid exposing yourself to a debilitating virus.
termites are responsible for about $30 billion in damage to crops and man-made structures in the united states every year. as a homeowner, if you notice a termite infestation, every minute counts when it comes to curbing the costs associated with repairs. when you factor in that most insurance companies don't cover damage stemming from a termite infestation, it's even more important to contact pest control immediately once you notice the signs.
for more information about the residential and commercial pest control services we offer in ponte vedra, florida, or if you're interested in receiving a free quote, contact busy bee termite & pest control at 904-637-4608. our team of pest control specialists looks forward to ridding your home of pests and helping you sleep more peacefully.


text: Bear hugs. Cinnamon rolls. Bridge. These were a few of the many things she did better than most people. But more than that, she was a person who took real joy in life, who gave more than she got, who put a premium on family and friends. One of those people of whom we think, if there were more people like her this world would be a better place. I did not spend nearly enough time with her, but I treasure every moment that I did.

lowercased: bear hugs. cinnamon rolls. bridge. these were a few of the many things she did better than most people. but more than that, she was a person who took real joy in life, who gave more than she got, who put a premium on family and friends. one of those people of whom we think, if there were more people like her this world would be a better place. i did not spend nearly enough time with her, but i treasure every moment that i did.


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Select a radar view below to see its image (or use the Radar locations map).
Click "64 km", "128 km", "256 km" or "512 km" to see the latest 30 minutes of looping imagery.
* "P/T" indicates part-time radars.

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select a radar view below to see its image (or use the radar locations map).
click "64 km", "128 km", "256 km" or "512 km" to see the latest 30 minutes of looping imagery.
* "p/t" indicates part-time radars.


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Μέγεθος Βελόνας : 4mm. - 3.75mm.
Beautiful yarn and surprisingly fast shipping! I will definitely be back!
This is a seller that can be trusted - fantastic, prompt service, wonderful!
Unbelievably fast shipping! Wonderful product! Will use again. Thanks so much!
Thank you for a pleasurable transaction. Very professional!

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μέγεθος βελόνας : 4mm. - 3.75mm.
beautiful yarn and surprisingly fast shipping! i will definitely be back!
this is a seller that can be trusted - fantastic, prompt service, wonderful!
unbelievably fast shipping! wonderful product! will use again. thanks so much!
thank you for a pleasurable transaction. very professional!