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What's with this whole #noestimates movement? It's a group of Agile enthusiasts advocating not to estimate and not 'plan out' work. Their reasoning: 'because the estimates are always wrong anyway'. I find this concept of not planning or estimating disturbing and unrealistic in most situations.
Don't get me wrong, if you have a team of employees building out a continuous product for a company, then sure if you can get away from estimating, great for you. The project goes on forever and then you're right, probably no need to estimate.
BUT, if your team does not fall into the case above, choosing not to estimate any aspect of the project is unrealistic, and dare I say, an idealistic viewpoint on the part of the #noestimates movement.
In the not too distant past, I led a team that was building a continuous product. What I found is that 9 out of 10 times you do, in fact, have to give an idea of "when it will be done." Nowadays, I'm leading a team that specializes in custom software development services for paying clients. It would be unrealistic to tell the paying client that his project will be "done when it's done."
I have agile-based contracts with my clients. And while I'm all for "customer collaboration over contract negotiation", a new client is not going to spend money or commit to a contract without having some sense of the cost and the timeline.
My team always estimates. Even before we've started the work, we estimate the whole first release. We story point everything. To be fair, our team has gone through forming and storming and bounces back and forth between "norming and performing".
If a potential client is unfamiliar with the agile/scrum process and has no experience with me and my team, there is little I can tell him/her that will persuade them to take the risk of hiring our team without giving some estimate.
I am proud to say that to-date my team has been very accurate in our release plans. Every project has fallen within 1 or 2 sprints of our original projection. We never give a specific date. Instead, we give a range. Project "A" will take 9, plus or minus 2 sprints. Over the last several years in building products for clients we've yet to miss this mark. How are we consistently able to deliver on our estimated release dates? Please continue reading to find out.
I have something many other companies don't have. I have a co-located, dedicated team that has learned to work with each other; they know each other's strengths and weaknesses. I have a team that has experience with various projects and functionality needs. So when they estimate, they estimate the same (no matter the project) on the basis of functionality and effort. This keeps their Velocity the same from project to project.
We sit with the client and facilitate a story mapping session. During this session, my team is listening and sizing the work as we break it down into User Stories. The client is adding a solicited business value ranking and together we determine the Minimally Viable Product (MVP).
Once the story mapping is complete, my team will seed the Product Backlog and then have a healthy Product Refinement session. We double check, size, and re-size all the epics and stories. In some cases, we'll break down the stories if they're more complex.
We then lay out the first two-week sprint based on our known Velocity. This concept is the key to it all. I have a team who works together on each project, keeping a consistent Velocity, and because of that, the estimates are consistent. We do a mock Sprint Planning on that first sprint and break down the tasks. Based on the outcome of that activity we may adjust what we think should be in Sprint 1. We then quickly lay out the rest of the work based on the Velocity. We'll add in a couple of stories every three sprints for unknowns or defects. This gives us the total # of sprints needed to complete Release 1.
Using the method above, let us say our team calculates that it needs 14 sprints, plus or minus 2 sprints. We propose to the client that it will range from 12 to 16 sprints. Now that we know the sprint count we can also give them an estimated cost.
Let's say 2 team members and a Scrum Master cost $25,000 for a two-week sprint. This project will cost from $300k to $400k. It will be delivered in 24 to 32 weeks from the start date. Sure that's a big gap. My team knows it will be closer to the 12 sprints at $300k range. However, over the course of the project we allow room for course-corrections or new features to be added. We typically will guide our client through this and show them how the total budget is affected by changes they introduce into the backlog.
Paying clients have to have some idea of the timeline and cost associated with a given project. We have to be able to provide some proposal to get the work. Neither of these activities would be possible without estimating.
When do we not estimate?
You know when we stop estimating? Never! BUT, once we have established trust with a client and they see how the Scrum process works, there is less of a need to estimate. Typically by Release 2, they "get it" and we just build and push to production consistently until the project is complete or until they want to stop. We will always estimate stories to get an idea of our Velocity changes for future projects, but for an established project, continued estimating is not as important.

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what's with this whole #noestimates movement? it's a group of agile enthusiasts advocating not to estimate and not 'plan out' work. their reasoning: 'because the estimates are always wrong anyway'. i find this concept of not planning or estimating disturbing and unrealistic in most situations.
don't get me wrong, if you have a team of employees building out a continuous product for a company, then sure if you can get away from estimating, great for you. the project goes on forever and then you're right, probably no need to estimate.
but, if your team does not fall into the case above, choosing not to estimate any aspect of the project is unrealistic, and dare i say, an idealistic viewpoint on the part of the #noestimates movement.
in the not too distant past, i led a team that was building a continuous product. what i found is that 9 out of 10 times you do, in fact, have to give an idea of "when it will be done." nowadays, i'm leading a team that specializes in custom software development services for paying clients. it would be unrealistic to tell the paying client that his project will be "done when it's done."
i have agile-based contracts with my clients. and while i'm all for "customer collaboration over contract negotiation", a new client is not going to spend money or commit to a contract without having some sense of the cost and the timeline.
my team always estimates. even before we've started the work, we estimate the whole first release. we story point everything. to be fair, our team has gone through forming and storming and bounces back and forth between "norming and performing".
if a potential client is unfamiliar with the agile/scrum process and has no experience with me and my team, there is little i can tell him/her that will persuade them to take the risk of hiring our team without giving some estimate.
i am proud to say that to-date my team has been very accurate in our release plans. every project has fallen within 1 or 2 sprints of our original projection. we never give a specific date. instead, we give a range. project "a" will take 9, plus or minus 2 sprints. over the last several years in building products for clients we've yet to miss this mark. how are we consistently able to deliver on our estimated release dates? please continue reading to find out.
i have something many other companies don't have. i have a co-located, dedicated team that has learned to work with each other; they know each other's strengths and weaknesses. i have a team that has experience with various projects and functionality needs. so when they estimate, they estimate the same (no matter the project) on the basis of functionality and effort. this keeps their velocity the same from project to project.
we sit with the client and facilitate a story mapping session. during this session, my team is listening and sizing the work as we break it down into user stories. the client is adding a solicited business value ranking and together we determine the minimally viable product (mvp).
once the story mapping is complete, my team will seed the product backlog and then have a healthy product refinement session. we double check, size, and re-size all the epics and stories. in some cases, we'll break down the stories if they're more complex.
we then lay out the first two-week sprint based on our known velocity. this concept is the key to it all. i have a team who works together on each project, keeping a consistent velocity, and because of that, the estimates are consistent. we do a mock sprint planning on that first sprint and break down the tasks. based on the outcome of that activity we may adjust what we think should be in sprint 1. we then quickly lay out the rest of the work based on the velocity. we'll add in a couple of stories every three sprints for unknowns or defects. this gives us the total # of sprints needed to complete release 1.
using the method above, let us say our team calculates that it needs 14 sprints, plus or minus 2 sprints. we propose to the client that it will range from 12 to 16 sprints. now that we know the sprint count we can also give them an estimated cost.
let's say 2 team members and a scrum master cost $25,000 for a two-week sprint. this project will cost from $300k to $400k. it will be delivered in 24 to 32 weeks from the start date. sure that's a big gap. my team knows it will be closer to the 12 sprints at $300k range. however, over the course of the project we allow room for course-corrections or new features to be added. we typically will guide our client through this and show them how the total budget is affected by changes they introduce into the backlog.
paying clients have to have some idea of the timeline and cost associated with a given project. we have to be able to provide some proposal to get the work. neither of these activities would be possible without estimating.
when do we not estimate?
you know when we stop estimating? never! but, once we have established trust with a client and they see how the scrum process works, there is less of a need to estimate. typically by release 2, they "get it" and we just build and push to production consistently until the project is complete or until they want to stop. we will always estimate stories to get an idea of our velocity changes for future projects, but for an established project, continued estimating is not as important.


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Mahintana assisted and coordinated the coffee plantation trekking activity of Dolefil Executives on October 13, 2018 at Prk. 8, Kinilis, Polomolok . The area was the adopted community of Mahintana during the MICADEV Project. This is an exposure activity of the Dolefil visitors on the livelihood and culture of the Mt. Matutum Coffee Producers Association which is composed of B’laan Indigenous People.
The Dolefil Executives are Industrial Operations Director Mr. Peter Hamilton and his son Ryland Hamilton, Senior Analyst Mr. Yohei Kajikawa, Industrial Operations Mr. Jorge Arturo Gomez, Agri Research Ms. Adriana Obando and Mr. Roberto Rojas. They were assisted by Mr. Fred Fredeluces, proprietor of Greentropics (supplier of Arabica and Civet Coffee), Ms. Ella Mae M. Babao. Mr. Roel Ian Blanker and Ms. Shinny Ula from Mahintana and Ms. Ma. Theresa Catalan from Dolefil Community Relations Department.
In preparation for the upcoming Annual Review, RESOURCEGov 2 Project Teams from Mahintana, MINCODE and its member networks met for the Pre-Annual Review Meeting on October 11, 2018 at the Cicada Room, Kalsangi Clubhouse, Polomolok, South Cotabato. It was attended by 25 project staff (Male 9, Female 16). The agenda of the meeting includes the following: review of project targets and workplan, presentation project accomplishment based on indicators, presentation of interim narrative report, presentation of financial report as of Sept. 30, 2018, presentation of BPR per LGU, presentation of agenda for the annual review, delegation of tasks for annual review, presentation of spending plan, and other matters.
In celebration of their 2018 Science Fair, the Polomolok National High School (PNHS) conducted a tree growing activity on October 12, 2018 at 109A Gully, Brgy. Cannery, Polomolok. A total of 300 bamboo hills were planted as part of their replanting action for the mortalities from their previous planting activity last May 30, 2018. The activity was headed by Mr. Ednie Agtas, PNHS Science Coordinator, which was participated by 50 students.
On October 2, 2018, Scale-up RePAIR Phase 3 conducted meeting with the farmer-partners at Brgy. Lumakil, Polomolok and Brgy. Rubber, Polomolok for their plant maintenance fee and vermicomposting bed construction. It serves as the output of their Vermicomposting Training in the previous quarter. Nine (9) farmer-partners participated in the activity for the two barangays. The vermicompost constructed will be used for the maintenance of their planted bamboos and forest and fruit trees and FAITH gardens, specifically on the fertilization for sustainability.

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mahintana assisted and coordinated the coffee plantation trekking activity of dolefil executives on october 13, 2018 at prk. 8, kinilis, polomolok . the area was the adopted community of mahintana during the micadev project. this is an exposure activity of the dolefil visitors on the livelihood and culture of the mt. matutum coffee producers association which is composed of b’laan indigenous people.
the dolefil executives are industrial operations director mr. peter hamilton and his son ryland hamilton, senior analyst mr. yohei kajikawa, industrial operations mr. jorge arturo gomez, agri research ms. adriana obando and mr. roberto rojas. they were assisted by mr. fred fredeluces, proprietor of greentropics (supplier of arabica and civet coffee), ms. ella mae m. babao. mr. roel ian blanker and ms. shinny ula from mahintana and ms. ma. theresa catalan from dolefil community relations department.
in preparation for the upcoming annual review, resourcegov 2 project teams from mahintana, mincode and its member networks met for the pre-annual review meeting on october 11, 2018 at the cicada room, kalsangi clubhouse, polomolok, south cotabato. it was attended by 25 project staff (male 9, female 16). the agenda of the meeting includes the following: review of project targets and workplan, presentation project accomplishment based on indicators, presentation of interim narrative report, presentation of financial report as of sept. 30, 2018, presentation of bpr per lgu, presentation of agenda for the annual review, delegation of tasks for annual review, presentation of spending plan, and other matters.
in celebration of their 2018 science fair, the polomolok national high school (pnhs) conducted a tree growing activity on october 12, 2018 at 109a gully, brgy. cannery, polomolok. a total of 300 bamboo hills were planted as part of their replanting action for the mortalities from their previous planting activity last may 30, 2018. the activity was headed by mr. ednie agtas, pnhs science coordinator, which was participated by 50 students.
on october 2, 2018, scale-up repair phase 3 conducted meeting with the farmer-partners at brgy. lumakil, polomolok and brgy. rubber, polomolok for their plant maintenance fee and vermicomposting bed construction. it serves as the output of their vermicomposting training in the previous quarter. nine (9) farmer-partners participated in the activity for the two barangays. the vermicompost constructed will be used for the maintenance of their planted bamboos and forest and fruit trees and faith gardens, specifically on the fertilization for sustainability.


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Cabinet for DVDs, VCR tapes, gaming software, etc. Three shelves in base and both doors. Composite material and measures 30"H x 23"W x 12"D. CASH ONLY.

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cabinet for dvds, vcr tapes, gaming software, etc. three shelves in base and both doors. composite material and measures 30"h x 23"w x 12"d. cash only.


text: This page displays a list of the BB Shippers with contracted primary pipeline capacity on each BB pipeline. BB Shipper information is provided to AEMO via email, and is then published on the GBB website. Note that AEMO does not standardise this information into a single report, AEMO publishes BB shipper lists as provided by BB pipeline operators. Please note, AEMO will update BB Shipper lists as required.

lowercased: this page displays a list of the bb shippers with contracted primary pipeline capacity on each bb pipeline. bb shipper information is provided to aemo via email, and is then published on the gbb website. note that aemo does not standardise this information into a single report, aemo publishes bb shipper lists as provided by bb pipeline operators. please note, aemo will update bb shipper lists as required.


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By Boardmancowoodworks in Jefferson, GA.
This table was one of those commisions everyone wants to get, my budget is "X" do whatever you want, I like rustic. Once I heard that I jumped! I knew I wanted to do something with saw marks but at the same time I didn't want to use lumber that was infested with bug holes or warped. I spoke with my local lumberyard and we came up with a system to have lumber skimmed after being milled s3s. They had the red oak sent off to a sawyer in the North Georgia mountains to be skimmed on his circular mill to allow me to still have nice crisp clean lumber but with that rustic flair. I went with Red oak as I know how well it takes General Finishes gel stains, it leaves a much lighter color but it would have a fantastic contrast with the saw marks. The table was finished using General Finishes Antique Walnt Gel stain and then 4 coats of GF High Performance. The client was so thrilled and so was I.

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by boardmancowoodworks in jefferson, ga.
this table was one of those commisions everyone wants to get, my budget is "x" do whatever you want, i like rustic. once i heard that i jumped! i knew i wanted to do something with saw marks but at the same time i didn't want to use lumber that was infested with bug holes or warped. i spoke with my local lumberyard and we came up with a system to have lumber skimmed after being milled s3s. they had the red oak sent off to a sawyer in the north georgia mountains to be skimmed on his circular mill to allow me to still have nice crisp clean lumber but with that rustic flair. i went with red oak as i know how well it takes general finishes gel stains, it leaves a much lighter color but it would have a fantastic contrast with the saw marks. the table was finished using general finishes antique walnt gel stain and then 4 coats of gf high performance. the client was so thrilled and so was i.


text: This ride takes you along National Cycle route 62 and the Trans Penine Trail from Greater Manchester into Cheshire. You start by Manchester Oxford Road station heading south through Chorlton to the River Mersey. A lovely off road section along the river follows, passing Sale Water Park on the way. More off road paths and quiet roads take you through Trafford to Altrincham where you join a lovely traffic free section along the trail and the Bridgwater Canal to Lymm. The final stretch into Warrington follows the Manchester Ship Canal, finishing at the tourist information centre.

lowercased: this ride takes you along national cycle route 62 and the trans penine trail from greater manchester into cheshire. you start by manchester oxford road station heading south through chorlton to the river mersey. a lovely off road section along the river follows, passing sale water park on the way. more off road paths and quiet roads take you through trafford to altrincham where you join a lovely traffic free section along the trail and the bridgwater canal to lymm. the final stretch into warrington follows the manchester ship canal, finishing at the tourist information centre.


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American Career College makes every effort to ensure accuracy of the information contained in this catalog. The College reserves the right to change policies, regulations, fees, and courses of instruction during this catalog period upon direction of the American Career College Administration and its Chief Executive Officer. The most current and complete information is available from the Campus Executive Director or Director of Education. All information in the content of this college catalog is current and correct as of the publication date and is so certified as true by David A. Pyle, Chief Executive Officer.
The College has no pending petition in bankruptcy, is not operating as a debtor in possession, has not filed a petition within the preceding five years, or has not had a petition in bankruptcy filed against it within the preceding five years that resulted in reorganization under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code (11U.S.C. Sec. 1101 et seq.).
Any questions a student may have regarding this catalog that have not been satisfactorily answered by the institution may be directed to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education at 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833 or P.O. Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA 95798, www.bppe.ca.gov, (888) 370-7589 or by fax (916) 263-1897.
A student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education by calling (888) 370-7589 or by completing a complaint form, which can be obtained on the Bureau’s Internet Web site at www.bppe.ca.gov.

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american career college makes every effort to ensure accuracy of the information contained in this catalog. the college reserves the right to change policies, regulations, fees, and courses of instruction during this catalog period upon direction of the american career college administration and its chief executive officer. the most current and complete information is available from the campus executive director or director of education. all information in the content of this college catalog is current and correct as of the publication date and is so certified as true by david a. pyle, chief executive officer.
the college has no pending petition in bankruptcy, is not operating as a debtor in possession, has not filed a petition within the preceding five years, or has not had a petition in bankruptcy filed against it within the preceding five years that resulted in reorganization under chapter 11 of the united states bankruptcy code (11u.s.c. sec. 1101 et seq.).
any questions a student may have regarding this catalog that have not been satisfactorily answered by the institution may be directed to the bureau for private postsecondary education at 2535 capitol oaks drive, suite 400, sacramento, ca 95833 or p.o. box 980818, west sacramento, ca 95798, www.bppe.ca.gov, (888) 370-7589 or by fax (916) 263-1897.
a student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with the bureau for private postsecondary education by calling (888) 370-7589 or by completing a complaint form, which can be obtained on the bureau’s internet web site at www.bppe.ca.gov.


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Welcome to Drying Ink - I review fantasy, science fiction, and sometimes just whatever takes my fancy... Please stop by and say hello in the comments, blog hoppers!
1. I've just acquired a new boat-shaped bookshelf to fit in a hitherto unoccupied corner!
2. I managed to read all of Terry Goodkind's Sword of truth series (though mostly from morbid curiosity).
4. The largest book on my bookshelf is currently either Fatal Revenant (Stephen Donaldson), Toll the Hounds (Steven Erikson), or Surface Detail (Ian M. Banks).
5. Before I started blogging, I hadn't even heard of Brandon Sanderson.
Hopping through. I'm not familiar with Brandon Sanderson. It is amazing how much more you learn about books through blogging.
Haven't heard of this book...love your blog name.
Hi, Jacob! Hopping on by via the follow.
I admit that I haven't read much science fiction, although I do have a copy of Lord of Light by Roger Zelazny that is just staring at me from my book shelf, begging to be read. lol.
My tbr pile grows so much faster than I can read. Sigh.
I'm a new follower now! Feel from to stop and visit me and follow me back if you like!
@ Elizabeth: Welcome, and thank you. :) I'm following back as well - interesting blog.
@ Lisa: Well, I have STRONG morbid curiosity. ;) Plus there's a point at which it gets so ridiculous that you can just treat it as inadvertent comedy.
@ Carissa: Hi! Lord of Light I read a few years back, and Zelazny's a great writer - his Chronicles of Amber especially, which I'd definitely recommend. He manages to take a powerful protagonist and get away with it (Corwin of Amber).

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welcome to drying ink - i review fantasy, science fiction, and sometimes just whatever takes my fancy... please stop by and say hello in the comments, blog hoppers!
1. i've just acquired a new boat-shaped bookshelf to fit in a hitherto unoccupied corner!
2. i managed to read all of terry goodkind's sword of truth series (though mostly from morbid curiosity).
4. the largest book on my bookshelf is currently either fatal revenant (stephen donaldson), toll the hounds (steven erikson), or surface detail (ian m. banks).
5. before i started blogging, i hadn't even heard of brandon sanderson.
hopping through. i'm not familiar with brandon sanderson. it is amazing how much more you learn about books through blogging.
haven't heard of this book...love your blog name.
hi, jacob! hopping on by via the follow.
i admit that i haven't read much science fiction, although i do have a copy of lord of light by roger zelazny that is just staring at me from my book shelf, begging to be read. lol.
my tbr pile grows so much faster than i can read. sigh.
i'm a new follower now! feel from to stop and visit me and follow me back if you like!
@ elizabeth: welcome, and thank you. :) i'm following back as well - interesting blog.
@ lisa: well, i have strong morbid curiosity. ;) plus there's a point at which it gets so ridiculous that you can just treat it as inadvertent comedy.
@ carissa: hi! lord of light i read a few years back, and zelazny's a great writer - his chronicles of amber especially, which i'd definitely recommend. he manages to take a powerful protagonist and get away with it (corwin of amber).


text: Ms. Marissa Sanjaya is an Associate of the Firm. He holds a Law Degree from University of Catholic Parahyangan in Indonesia (2017). She has been assisting Partners and Senior Associates of the Firm in banking finance and project finance transactions, foreign investment and general corporate matters.

lowercased: ms. marissa sanjaya is an associate of the firm. he holds a law degree from university of catholic parahyangan in indonesia (2017). she has been assisting partners and senior associates of the firm in banking finance and project finance transactions, foreign investment and general corporate matters.


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Online shopping is an incredible instrument for furnishing a home. Yet, a great deal of us discounts buying furniture online in light of the fact that it appears to be excessively hazardous. How might you tell if what you see is really what you get? How would you realize the piece will work in your home on the off chance that you haven’t gotten an opportunity to see it first?
On the off chance that you’ve at any point put forth comparative inquiries, this post is for you. With an end goal to control you through this procedure, we’ve ventured to pull together our four top tips for purchasing furniture online. Peruse them over cautiously for whenever you’re prepared to switch up your interiors. With our assistance, we wager you’ll feel sufficiently certain to add online stores to your collection.
Measuring is the most vital part of buying furniture from furniture stores in Dubai, period. It’s considerably progressively essential when buying online. Since you won’t almost certainly stroll into a physical store and witness for yourself how that piece will fit in your space, you’ll need to ensure your measuring abilities are strong.
When you have a thing you need to purchase, read over the item listing to find the measurements. Then, utilize allotted painter’s tape or string to assemble a format of how it will look in your home. On the off chance that your furniture expands by one way or another — like a recliner or extendable dining table — ensure you represent the biggest rendition. At that point, twofold check your work.
Remember this isn’t the main estimation you need to represent. In the event that your furniture is coming to you previously gathered, you have to gauge any significant entryways and stairways to ensure you can really get it to where it should go.
Item listings should sound complimentary. That is the reason it’s normal for a household item to sound precisely like what you’ve been hoping for at first look. Frequently, however, surveys recount to a marginally extraordinary story. That is the place different clients regularly get genuine about their involvement with the item.
When buying online, these surveys are vital to your prosperity. Concentrate your shopping on things that have bunches of accessible surveys and read over them cautiously. You’ll, for the most part, begin to recognize a topic about certain subtleties referenced by different clients. Gauge these remarks in your choice, as they’re probably going to be intelligent of your experience.
Remember that each item will undoubtedly have a couple of terrible audits, particularly in the event that it has a high number of remarks. A terrible survey doesn’t really mean you shouldn’t purchase the item, yet it should factor into your choice. Give close consideration to the level of awful audits by and large and how the complainants state the dealer took care of their issue. So, if an audit doesn’t agree with you, it’s most likely best to investigate different items.
Online item photographs are difficult to pass judgment. Truly, that may, in fact, be what the bit of designer furniture Dubai resembles, but on the other hand, it’s being appeared in the absolute best light and with the absolute best arrangement to urge you to make a buy. Frequently, when you get it home, certain subtleties — particularly shading and surface — can be uncontrollably not quite the same as in the photograph.
That is the reason we suggest viewing the genuine article before buying, if at all conceivable. On the off chance that taking an outing to a store to see it in person is possible, that is your most logical option. If not, have a go at requesting a texture swatch. Numerous organizations will send one to you to guarantee you’re content with the manner in which the texture looks.
Ultimately, if a swatch isn’t a choice, you can generally complete a picture scan for purchaser photographs of the item. While a few subtleties will at present be somewhat modified by your PC screen, those will demonstrate to you an alternate rendition of how the piece will look once you’ve outfitted your home with it.
Nobody needs to go into a buy thinking they may finish up sending it back. Notwithstanding, it’s frequently unavoidable with online buys. Now and then, even your best judgment isn’t sufficient and the furniture just won’t work in your home the manner in which you figured it would. Checking the arrival approach early gives you the consolation that you have a reinforcement plan if things don’t go your direction.
Do they acknowledge returns by any stretch of the imagination?
Is there a period point of confinement to their arrival arrangement?
Do return things should be in their original packaging?
Are there any expenses for returning a thing?
What’s the arrival procedure like? What will you have to do to restore the thing?
What is their pivot time for a discount? When would you be able to hope to recover your cash?
At last, regardless of whether an arrival arrangement is palatable to you is an individual choice. No one but you can advise whether you’re willing to go for broke. Notwithstanding, since furniture will, in general, be an expensive thing, we prescribe sticking to stores that permit returns so you can secure your investment.
Buying furniture online doesn’t need to feel like you’re taking a major bet. You simply must be shrewd about your determination procedure. In view of that, we’ve ordered a rundown of our best guidance for shopping online. Remember these tips for whenever you’re prepared to make a major buy, and we’re certain you’ll feel considerably more safe about what you’re bringing home.
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online shopping is an incredible instrument for furnishing a home. yet, a great deal of us discounts buying furniture online in light of the fact that it appears to be excessively hazardous. how might you tell if what you see is really what you get? how would you realize the piece will work in your home on the off chance that you haven’t gotten an opportunity to see it first?
on the off chance that you’ve at any point put forth comparative inquiries, this post is for you. with an end goal to control you through this procedure, we’ve ventured to pull together our four top tips for purchasing furniture online. peruse them over cautiously for whenever you’re prepared to switch up your interiors. with our assistance, we wager you’ll feel sufficiently certain to add online stores to your collection.
measuring is the most vital part of buying furniture from furniture stores in dubai, period. it’s considerably progressively essential when buying online. since you won’t almost certainly stroll into a physical store and witness for yourself how that piece will fit in your space, you’ll need to ensure your measuring abilities are strong.
when you have a thing you need to purchase, read over the item listing to find the measurements. then, utilize allotted painter’s tape or string to assemble a format of how it will look in your home. on the off chance that your furniture expands by one way or another — like a recliner or extendable dining table — ensure you represent the biggest rendition. at that point, twofold check your work.
remember this isn’t the main estimation you need to represent. in the event that your furniture is coming to you previously gathered, you have to gauge any significant entryways and stairways to ensure you can really get it to where it should go.
item listings should sound complimentary. that is the reason it’s normal for a household item to sound precisely like what you’ve been hoping for at first look. frequently, however, surveys recount to a marginally extraordinary story. that is the place different clients regularly get genuine about their involvement with the item.
when buying online, these surveys are vital to your prosperity. concentrate your shopping on things that have bunches of accessible surveys and read over them cautiously. you’ll, for the most part, begin to recognize a topic about certain subtleties referenced by different clients. gauge these remarks in your choice, as they’re probably going to be intelligent of your experience.
remember that each item will undoubtedly have a couple of terrible audits, particularly in the event that it has a high number of remarks. a terrible survey doesn’t really mean you shouldn’t purchase the item, yet it should factor into your choice. give close consideration to the level of awful audits by and large and how the complainants state the dealer took care of their issue. so, if an audit doesn’t agree with you, it’s most likely best to investigate different items.
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that is the reason we suggest viewing the genuine article before buying, if at all conceivable. on the off chance that taking an outing to a store to see it in person is possible, that is your most logical option. if not, have a go at requesting a texture swatch. numerous organizations will send one to you to guarantee you’re content with the manner in which the texture looks.
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nobody needs to go into a buy thinking they may finish up sending it back. notwithstanding, it’s frequently unavoidable with online buys. now and then, even your best judgment isn’t sufficient and the furniture just won’t work in your home the manner in which you figured it would. checking the arrival approach early gives you the consolation that you have a reinforcement plan if things don’t go your direction.
do they acknowledge returns by any stretch of the imagination?
is there a period point of confinement to their arrival arrangement?
do return things should be in their original packaging?
are there any expenses for returning a thing?
what’s the arrival procedure like? what will you have to do to restore the thing?
what is their pivot time for a discount? when would you be able to hope to recover your cash?
at last, regardless of whether an arrival arrangement is palatable to you is an individual choice. no one but you can advise whether you’re willing to go for broke. notwithstanding, since furniture will, in general, be an expensive thing, we prescribe sticking to stores that permit returns so you can secure your investment.
buying furniture online doesn’t need to feel like you’re taking a major bet. you simply must be shrewd about your determination procedure. in view of that, we’ve ordered a rundown of our best guidance for shopping online. remember these tips for whenever you’re prepared to make a major buy, and we’re certain you’ll feel considerably more safe about what you’re bringing home.
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Going to A&M is something of a tradition in my family, with degrees going to my mom, dad, uncle, sister, and two brothers!
I originally joined A&M as a chemical engineering major, but it was the fundamental aspects of chemistry that really excited me. A major turning point in my career came in my freshman year, when I learned the way in which the Schrödinger Equation provided a simple, clear, and essentially exact mathematical description of chemical bonding. The idea that all of chemistry rests upon this equation from physics and the mathematical challenge of solving it was simply too intriguing to pass up. I immediately began participating in the theoretical chemistry laboratory of Michael Hall, and I soon switched over to pursuing a double major in chemistry and math.
Texas A&M profoundly influenced me in many ways, but most importantly, it provided me with the training, support, and self-confidence to pursue ambitious scientific challenges. Throughout my undergraduate career, the university enthusiastically supported my research interests, offered flexibility in terms of my class requirements (allowing me to take graduate courses and a dual major), and provided encouragement and guidance in my pursuit of graduate fellowships (including the British Marshall Scholarship). Central to all of this was the outstanding mentorship that I received in the Chemistry Department. Texas A&M helped me to realize that the world was wide-open with opportunity, and it provided me with the training and skills to seize those opportunities.

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going to a&m is something of a tradition in my family, with degrees going to my mom, dad, uncle, sister, and two brothers!
i originally joined a&m as a chemical engineering major, but it was the fundamental aspects of chemistry that really excited me. a major turning point in my career came in my freshman year, when i learned the way in which the schrödinger equation provided a simple, clear, and essentially exact mathematical description of chemical bonding. the idea that all of chemistry rests upon this equation from physics and the mathematical challenge of solving it was simply too intriguing to pass up. i immediately began participating in the theoretical chemistry laboratory of michael hall, and i soon switched over to pursuing a double major in chemistry and math.
texas a&m profoundly influenced me in many ways, but most importantly, it provided me with the training, support, and self-confidence to pursue ambitious scientific challenges. throughout my undergraduate career, the university enthusiastically supported my research interests, offered flexibility in terms of my class requirements (allowing me to take graduate courses and a dual major), and provided encouragement and guidance in my pursuit of graduate fellowships (including the british marshall scholarship). central to all of this was the outstanding mentorship that i received in the chemistry department. texas a&m helped me to realize that the world was wide-open with opportunity, and it provided me with the training and skills to seize those opportunities.


text: Oversized cat eye sunglasses featuring an acetate based frame with lenses that offer 100% UVA & UVB protection. The sunglasses feature a completely hand polished frame. Perfect for adding that extra glam to your outfit!

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How To Choose The Right Restaurant Hood Cleaning Company ?
Hood cleaning might not be the most romantic part of running a restaurant, but it’s just as fundamental as clean cutting boards, quality ingredients, and professional chefs. It’s also a job owners and managers entrust to another company. That being the case: how can you choose the right restaurant hood cleaning company?
Hood cleaning is more complicated than it might seem at first glance.
Accumulated grease is a tricky beast that demands tough love, proper equipment, the correct use of chemicals and solutions, and expertise. Improper handling of greasy hoods can force grease further into the ducts and other nooks and crannies above and behind the hood system, leading to a complicated situation.
Experience is the way to avoid this. The right hood cleaning company has experience handling hoods, ducts, and greasy situations of all kinds, and knows how to safely and effectively get hoods clean - inside, outside, and everywhere else.
Restaurant managers are busy people, period. Running a restaurant is a demanding and tough job that requires they be poised, moving, and attentive constantly. Which is why when it comes to outside services, they don’t need any additional stress or doubt - they get enough of that between deliveries, staff and customers, and all the other unexpected events that happen throughout the day.
A good hood cleaning company knows this, and maintains this awareness as a key part of their business relationship with a restaurant. This means showing up on time and on the right day, no missed appointments, consistent quality, and no additional worry or consideration needed from the restaurant manager.
Tradesmen often get a bad rap for having bad attitudes - sometimes unfairly, sometimes fairly. Whatever the case may be, good hood cleaning companies integrate professionalism and friendly customer service into their work. They show up at the restaurant on time and with a smile on their face, get their job down without stepping on anyone’s toes, and leave the kitchen with a friendly handshake and positive wishes to the team that will be using the hoods they just cleaned.
Choosing the right hood cleaning company means taking these three points into consideration. It can be tricky to find a service that brings all three to the table, but once they do, restaurant managers will know they’ve found a working relationship they want to make last.

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how to choose the right restaurant hood cleaning company ?
hood cleaning might not be the most romantic part of running a restaurant, but it’s just as fundamental as clean cutting boards, quality ingredients, and professional chefs. it’s also a job owners and managers entrust to another company. that being the case: how can you choose the right restaurant hood cleaning company?
hood cleaning is more complicated than it might seem at first glance.
accumulated grease is a tricky beast that demands tough love, proper equipment, the correct use of chemicals and solutions, and expertise. improper handling of greasy hoods can force grease further into the ducts and other nooks and crannies above and behind the hood system, leading to a complicated situation.
experience is the way to avoid this. the right hood cleaning company has experience handling hoods, ducts, and greasy situations of all kinds, and knows how to safely and effectively get hoods clean - inside, outside, and everywhere else.
restaurant managers are busy people, period. running a restaurant is a demanding and tough job that requires they be poised, moving, and attentive constantly. which is why when it comes to outside services, they don’t need any additional stress or doubt - they get enough of that between deliveries, staff and customers, and all the other unexpected events that happen throughout the day.
a good hood cleaning company knows this, and maintains this awareness as a key part of their business relationship with a restaurant. this means showing up on time and on the right day, no missed appointments, consistent quality, and no additional worry or consideration needed from the restaurant manager.
tradesmen often get a bad rap for having bad attitudes - sometimes unfairly, sometimes fairly. whatever the case may be, good hood cleaning companies integrate professionalism and friendly customer service into their work. they show up at the restaurant on time and with a smile on their face, get their job down without stepping on anyone’s toes, and leave the kitchen with a friendly handshake and positive wishes to the team that will be using the hoods they just cleaned.
choosing the right hood cleaning company means taking these three points into consideration. it can be tricky to find a service that brings all three to the table, but once they do, restaurant managers will know they’ve found a working relationship they want to make last.


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After the game, Carlisle said he benched Rondo because Barea and Felton were so effective — then the story changed the next day.
With Rondo now jettisoned to parts unknown —the nine-year veteran becomes a free agent on July 1 — that opens the door for Barea and Felton to show management what they can do.
“Well, both those guys are fighters,” Carlisle said after Thursday’s practice. “They’re big-time competitors.
The effectiveness of Barea and Felton will be part of the storyline when Game 3 of this best-of-seven series tips off at 6 p.m. Friday at American Airlines Center. The Rockets lead the series 2-0, but the Mavs are hoping Barea and Felton can help them win Friday, put pressure on Houston and climb right back in this series.
While Rondo had apparently mentally checked out of Game 2 after a series of unforced errors, Barea played 34 minutes, scored 13 points, grabbed six rebounds and was 5 of 14 from the field. Felton scored nine points and was 3 of 9 from the floor in 18 minutes.
Barea averaged 7.5 points and 3.4 assists in 17.7 minutes this season, and also started 10 games. Felton averaged 3.7 points and 1.4 assists in 9.7 minutes, and made three starts.
But Felton was limited to only 29 games after he suffered a nasty high ankle injury in the second preseason game against Oklahoma City, and then served a four-game NBA-imposed suspension after pleading guilty in June to a gun charge in New York.
The Mavs also are optimistic that point guard Devin Harris will be able to play Friday. Harris missed Game 2 with a recurring injury to his great left toe — an injury that occurred April 13 against Utah.
“The hope is that he won’t have any restrictions either in terms of minutes or anything like that,” Carlisle said. “The adrenaline of the game starts and that can help, too.
Harris wasn’t limited in practice Thursday, but noted that there weren’t a lot of contact drills. He did, however, admit to a wardrobe change.
“I changed shoes completely and got another injection [Wednesday],” Harris said. “Back to a normal size, what I was playing with before.
With Rondo now a footnote in Mavs’ history, Harris knows the Mavs don’t have time to dwell on what’s past. Particularly with the Rockets’ James Harden and Dwight Howard ready to make life miserable for Dallas again.
“We’ve been short-handed a little bit throughout the year,” Harris said. “Other guys have stepped up.
And the guys the Mavs have running the show at point guard — Barea, Felton and Harris — are left to make the best of what turned into a combustible situation with Rondo.
“Well, we’ve just got to bring high energy, we’ve got to play together, we’ve got to play with pace, we’ve got to play with discretion, we’ve got to be aggressive without being frantic,” Carlisle said. “I like our team.

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after the game, carlisle said he benched rondo because barea and felton were so effective — then the story changed the next day.
with rondo now jettisoned to parts unknown —the nine-year veteran becomes a free agent on july 1 — that opens the door for barea and felton to show management what they can do.
“well, both those guys are fighters,” carlisle said after thursday’s practice. “they’re big-time competitors.
the effectiveness of barea and felton will be part of the storyline when game 3 of this best-of-seven series tips off at 6 p.m. friday at american airlines center. the rockets lead the series 2-0, but the mavs are hoping barea and felton can help them win friday, put pressure on houston and climb right back in this series.
while rondo had apparently mentally checked out of game 2 after a series of unforced errors, barea played 34 minutes, scored 13 points, grabbed six rebounds and was 5 of 14 from the field. felton scored nine points and was 3 of 9 from the floor in 18 minutes.
barea averaged 7.5 points and 3.4 assists in 17.7 minutes this season, and also started 10 games. felton averaged 3.7 points and 1.4 assists in 9.7 minutes, and made three starts.
but felton was limited to only 29 games after he suffered a nasty high ankle injury in the second preseason game against oklahoma city, and then served a four-game nba-imposed suspension after pleading guilty in june to a gun charge in new york.
the mavs also are optimistic that point guard devin harris will be able to play friday. harris missed game 2 with a recurring injury to his great left toe — an injury that occurred april 13 against utah.
“the hope is that he won’t have any restrictions either in terms of minutes or anything like that,” carlisle said. “the adrenaline of the game starts and that can help, too.
harris wasn’t limited in practice thursday, but noted that there weren’t a lot of contact drills. he did, however, admit to a wardrobe change.
“i changed shoes completely and got another injection [wednesday],” harris said. “back to a normal size, what i was playing with before.
with rondo now a footnote in mavs’ history, harris knows the mavs don’t have time to dwell on what’s past. particularly with the rockets’ james harden and dwight howard ready to make life miserable for dallas again.
“we’ve been short-handed a little bit throughout the year,” harris said. “other guys have stepped up.
and the guys the mavs have running the show at point guard — barea, felton and harris — are left to make the best of what turned into a combustible situation with rondo.
“well, we’ve just got to bring high energy, we’ve got to play together, we’ve got to play with pace, we’ve got to play with discretion, we’ve got to be aggressive without being frantic,” carlisle said. “i like our team.


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If you're looking for a comfortable Orlando hotel near the University of Central Florida or are here visiting many of the local business located in Research Park and Quadrangle Boulevard, choose Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando/East UCF Area where everyday amenities such as breakfast, parking and WiFi are guaranteed!
I stay at this hotel often to visit my kids at UCF and also traveling to and from our summer house in NC. They always provide a clean room with complimentary coffee and tea. Also allow my service dogs.
Dear hollywoodmom954 - Thank you for such a nice TripAdvisor review, headline caption and kind rating. We definitely want to provide the quality service & accommodations that you can count on and deserve every time you stay. Thank you for your valued business and your loyalty. We truly appreciate and love our UCF families, please let us know if we can do anything to make your stay better. We look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back and being of service to you. Thank you again for your business. All the best to your UCF student. Hope to see you soon!
How close is this hotel to Universal Studios?
How far are is this hotel from the Orlando airport?
There is no shuttle from the airport to the hotel. It's about a 30 minute drive depending on traffic.
Parking is complimentary. There is parking on all sides of the hotel for convenience. Thank you for your query!
"Poolside rooms can be VERY noisy if the pool crowd is rowdy."
"We didn't hear anyone else so i guess we had the best room, facing the lake."
"All rooms are good rooms at this hotel!"
"rooms facing to courtyard maybe noisy because there are a lot families with small kind playing in the pool. Choose room face to outside."
"Front and back elevators to save walking."

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if you're looking for a comfortable orlando hotel near the university of central florida or are here visiting many of the local business located in research park and quadrangle boulevard, choose hampton inn & suites orlando/east ucf area where everyday amenities such as breakfast, parking and wifi are guaranteed!
i stay at this hotel often to visit my kids at ucf and also traveling to and from our summer house in nc. they always provide a clean room with complimentary coffee and tea. also allow my service dogs.
dear hollywoodmom954 - thank you for such a nice tripadvisor review, headline caption and kind rating. we definitely want to provide the quality service & accommodations that you can count on and deserve every time you stay. thank you for your valued business and your loyalty. we truly appreciate and love our ucf families, please let us know if we can do anything to make your stay better. we look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back and being of service to you. thank you again for your business. all the best to your ucf student. hope to see you soon!
how close is this hotel to universal studios?
how far are is this hotel from the orlando airport?
there is no shuttle from the airport to the hotel. it's about a 30 minute drive depending on traffic.
parking is complimentary. there is parking on all sides of the hotel for convenience. thank you for your query!
"poolside rooms can be very noisy if the pool crowd is rowdy."
"we didn't hear anyone else so i guess we had the best room, facing the lake."
"all rooms are good rooms at this hotel!"
"rooms facing to courtyard maybe noisy because there are a lot families with small kind playing in the pool. choose room face to outside."
"front and back elevators to save walking."


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Open and bright floor plan with expansive park views and close proximity to swimming pool and tennis courts! Rare Indigo Plan 3x = 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Recessed lighting in kitchen with full backsplash upgrade and plenty of storage space with numerous under and overhead white cabinets. The kitchen opens to a large upgraded tile floor living room. Bathroom door was added to Master Bathroom/Bedroom for added privacy and sound insulation.
You are viewing the for at 115 Blaze with the MLS® OC19079979 on Previewochomes.com. This at 115 Blaze, CA . 92618 is located in the Santa Cruz (SCRUZ) subdivision and is currently for featuring 2315 sq.ft. of living space, and listed for sale at $990,000. This for at 115 Blaze with the MLS® # OC19079979 has been listed since 2019-04-10.

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open and bright floor plan with expansive park views and close proximity to swimming pool and tennis courts! rare indigo plan 3x = 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. recessed lighting in kitchen with full backsplash upgrade and plenty of storage space with numerous under and overhead white cabinets. the kitchen opens to a large upgraded tile floor living room. bathroom door was added to master bathroom/bedroom for added privacy and sound insulation.
you are viewing the for at 115 blaze with the mls® oc19079979 on previewochomes.com. this at 115 blaze, ca . 92618 is located in the santa cruz (scruz) subdivision and is currently for featuring 2315 sq.ft. of living space, and listed for sale at $990,000. this for at 115 blaze with the mls® # oc19079979 has been listed since 2019-04-10.


text: Need to get rid of that mess in Yarraville? Don't worry we have you covererd. For all types of waste from general waste to green waste, soil and dirt or cleanfill / hardfill, you will find a range of bins from 2m3 to 30m3 that will handle any cleanup.

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Three Quick Approaches To Regrowing Your Pasture Grass For Happier Cows - what makes a farm successful?
Grass-fed cows produce healthier milk and beef products than cows that are fed treated grain or hay and alfalfa with added vitamin boosters, which could be laced with pesticides. If you are just starting a grass-fed beef and dairy farm, you will find out very quickly that keeping up with the grass demands for your herd goes beyond nature's ability to keep up. Here are three quick approaches to regrowing pasture grass for happier, healthier cows.
If you grew crops to feed your herd, you would rotate your crops to keep the land healthy and productive. It is the same with growing enough grass in your pastures to keep up with the appetites of your cows. Keep several large grass pastures and rotate your cows through these pastures once a week to once every other week. This will give the grass in your other pastures time to grow and grow enough grass to feed your herd when you rotate them into the next pasture.
Even with rotating pasture lands, there will be times of the year when grass feedings are impossible. For those times, you can request sod delivery. Sod usually needs to be implanted over a field to continue growing, but you are using the sod to feed your herd during the colder months when they will be in the barn most of the time and will need sustenance. You may eve stock up on a sod delivery in advance to the coming colder months, stocking and stacking your sod in the barn where other farmers stock and stack hay.
You can also use sod to revamp a tired pasture that the herd has just demolished. Sod delivery services may install the sod in your pasture for a fee, or you can choose sod pick up with your own truck and roll out the sod or lay the cut slabs of sod on your own. Just be sure to give the fresh sod a week or two to grow down into the pasture mud before letting your herd graze on it. Click here for info about sod delivery near you.
There are some types of grass that grow much faster than others. By spreading a lot of these types of grass seeds around, you can get faster growing grass that can keep your cows well-fed and content for months. Kentucky Blue Grass, ryegrass and centipede grass are all examples of fast-growing grasses that you can purchase seed for and plant to feed your herd.

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three quick approaches to regrowing your pasture grass for happier cows - what makes a farm successful?
grass-fed cows produce healthier milk and beef products than cows that are fed treated grain or hay and alfalfa with added vitamin boosters, which could be laced with pesticides. if you are just starting a grass-fed beef and dairy farm, you will find out very quickly that keeping up with the grass demands for your herd goes beyond nature's ability to keep up. here are three quick approaches to regrowing pasture grass for happier, healthier cows.
if you grew crops to feed your herd, you would rotate your crops to keep the land healthy and productive. it is the same with growing enough grass in your pastures to keep up with the appetites of your cows. keep several large grass pastures and rotate your cows through these pastures once a week to once every other week. this will give the grass in your other pastures time to grow and grow enough grass to feed your herd when you rotate them into the next pasture.
even with rotating pasture lands, there will be times of the year when grass feedings are impossible. for those times, you can request sod delivery. sod usually needs to be implanted over a field to continue growing, but you are using the sod to feed your herd during the colder months when they will be in the barn most of the time and will need sustenance. you may eve stock up on a sod delivery in advance to the coming colder months, stocking and stacking your sod in the barn where other farmers stock and stack hay.
you can also use sod to revamp a tired pasture that the herd has just demolished. sod delivery services may install the sod in your pasture for a fee, or you can choose sod pick up with your own truck and roll out the sod or lay the cut slabs of sod on your own. just be sure to give the fresh sod a week or two to grow down into the pasture mud before letting your herd graze on it. click here for info about sod delivery near you.
there are some types of grass that grow much faster than others. by spreading a lot of these types of grass seeds around, you can get faster growing grass that can keep your cows well-fed and content for months. kentucky blue grass, ryegrass and centipede grass are all examples of fast-growing grasses that you can purchase seed for and plant to feed your herd.


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Continue reading Vodafone To Bag Palm Pre Handset For UK?
Posted on 20 January, 2009 20 January, 2009 Author Mike SlocombeCategories Cellular, Mobile, Platforms, UK, Vodafone1 Comment on Vodafone To Bag Palm Pre Handset For UK?
This Xmas, despite dire warnings of how everywhere is entering recession, there’s going to be a battle royal between the mobile companies in their attempt to get you to buy a new mobile phone.
O2 has the 3G iPhone, T-Mobile has the G1 Google Android handset and as we let you know back at the begging of October, Vodafone will be bring the Blackberry Storm to the UK.
Today Vodafone have revealed how much you’ll have to pay to have the Storm in your hands.

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posted on 20 january, 2009 20 january, 2009 author mike slocombecategories cellular, mobile, platforms, uk, vodafone1 comment on vodafone to bag palm pre handset for uk?
this xmas, despite dire warnings of how everywhere is entering recession, there’s going to be a battle royal between the mobile companies in their attempt to get you to buy a new mobile phone.
o2 has the 3g iphone, t-mobile has the g1 google android handset and as we let you know back at the begging of october, vodafone will be bring the blackberry storm to the uk.
today vodafone have revealed how much you’ll have to pay to have the storm in your hands.


text: Madrid authorities will no longer be collecting waste on Sundays and holidays, as a result of budget cuts. The new practices will come into force on 1 August, however the resulting 15 per cent cost savings to residents will not come into force until 2011. The cut comes in a package of cost-cutting measures announced by regional government.

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That said, the Super Bowl was another good excuse for us to invite family and friends over. Once the game was done and the kitchen was tidied, though, I got back to reading Circe by Madeline Miller. Miller's first book, Song of Achilles, was the first book I finished this year, and it was riveting. Miller's gifted writing and her intimate knowledge of the flawed characters of Greek mythology make her stories utterly fascinating. Her characters are emotionally-driven and promiscuous, but they also help us understand what it is to be human, and where our choices could lead.
The Lake House by Kate Morton: This has nothing to do with the Keanu Reeves movie that my husband humorously reminded me about when he saw this book on my shelf. Instead, it's the swift moving story of an English family's split after their toddler disappears, and the truth that begins to unravel many years later as their oldest daughter connects with a young detective to understand what happened. I'm interested in the The Lake House because of its themes of responsibility, motherhood, friendship, mystery, and guilt.
MaddAddam by Margaret Atwood: My husband finished this final book in Atwood's dystopian trilogy years ago, so it's high time I catch up to him so we can discuss it together. Atwood's novels are somber, but they simmer with creative, dark humor. A recent meal I ate at a vegan burger café reminded me of Chicky Knobs, and a friend's description of the hymns at a progressive atheist church reminded me of the fictional hymns sung by the radical environmentalist group in this MaddAddam trilogy. Dystopian novels show us how society can go terribly awry, and I love how they inspire me to take action against the wrong turns I see in our society. If you like dystopian novels like I do, you should also read Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel.
The Brothers K by David James Duncan. Duncan is a beloved writer here in Oregon, where he's written The River Why and other stories set in the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. My husband enjoyed The Brothers K. (Again, I'm trying to catch up on some of his favorite reads!) The story follows a family's course through the 50s and 60s as the sons grow into adulthood, face religious choices, and deal with the brutality of the Vietnam War. Something in the description reminds me of A River Runs Through It—poignant, tragic, and yet moving and meaningful.
Kristin Lavransdattir trilogy by Sigrid Undset (The Wreath / The Wife / The Cross) : Sagas aren't a genre that I'm typically drawn towards, but Undset won a Nobel Prize for Literature, and her Norwegian trilogy comes highly recommended by Sarah Clarkson in her autobiographical celebration of reading titled Book Girl. In summary, Kristin Lavransdattir is a headstrong heroine in Norway's dark 15th century; this tale of historic fiction recounts her early life, marriage, motherhood, and estrangement as the Black Plague spreads. I'm intrigued by all the lavish reviews!
Two From Galilee by Marjorie Holmes: I'm going to read this just before Christmas because it is a fictionalized account of Mary and Joseph's story that seems to be fairly impactful. Readers say it is well-researched and emotionally moving without being preachy or overly fictionalized.
Hannah Coulter by Wendell Berry: Hannah Coulter was published more than ten years ago, but I'm hearing about it everywhere now. In this sequel to Jayber Crow, an aging and twice-widowed Hannah retells her life and reflects on her connection to the land her family has farmed. I should probably read both novels for their time-worn perspective and significant contribution to American literature, but Hannah Coulter can stand on its own too.
Off the Clock: Feel Less Busy While Getting More Done by Laura Vanderkam: The author is a speaker, writer, and mother of four, and yet she focuses on sharing concrete principles here for lingering in life's best moments. While I don't want to bow to the idol of "getting more done,” I'd like to learn from her experience and perspective as she explains how to ensure one's life has space for the moments with the most significance.
Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport: Newport's latest book also argues that it is possible to choose a focused life in a noisy world. He's an associate professor of computer science at Georgetown and an author whose books (like Deep Work) are always well-received, so I'm sure I could pick up some sage advice on living wisely and carefully in a digitally-saturated culture.
Begotten or Made: Human Procreation and Medical Technique by Oliver O’Donovan: This is a series of fascinating and clearly argued lectures given on the topic of Christian ethics and reproductive medical technology. O’Donovan specifically focuses on the ethics of IVF procedures and the choices our societies will soon be facing, as well as those techniques that are already in practice. This was recommended by a friend for its fascinating and thoughtful arguments.
How to Teach Your Children Shakespeare by Ken Ludwig: Ludwig is a celebrated playwright who shares the practical ways that he taught his own young children Shakespeare, helping them to delight in the wit and wisdom of Shakespeare's passages. I'm reading this now and it's a quick and highly applicable read, reminding me why Shakespeare matters even to the very young, and how to make memorization enjoyable. Ludwig writes the book for teachers as well as parents, and shares free printables on his book's website.
The Brave Learner by Julie Bogart: Bogart regularly shares insightful homeschooling tips and parenting wisdom on the Brave Writer Podcast, and this book promises to funnel that wisdom into a highly practical format. Bogart focuses on answering the question of how parents can educate their children through modeling what it means to be a truly Brave Learner.
You Learn by Living: Eleven Keys for a More Fulfilling Life by Eleanor Roosevelt: Published in 1960, Mrs. Roosevelt's collection of essays is still considered useful, wise, and informed by readers today. I'll listen with respect to what this distinguished first lady had to say.
Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover: There's a lot of buzz around this autobiographical story of a girl who was raised by a "religious nut” of a father and an extremely lax homeschooling mother who never allowed Tara to go to school—yet she managed to attain a PhD from Cambridge. A friend recommended this book to me and I cannot wait to read the author's perspective on her unusual educational path.
I haven't regularly read novels in French since my college years, partially because French novels can be harder to obtain, but also because reading in a non-native language seemed to require too much effort for an otherwise pleasurable pastime. However, I'm going to start choosing more French novels because I want to grow my language knowledge, keep pulse with French literary culture, and broaden my perspectives. For those of you who don't read in French, however, the novels below are also available in English.
Chanson Douce by Leila Slimani: This initially seems like the story of a seemingly perfect nanny who murders her charges, but the author weaves the story back into a beautiful text about family, race, and purposeful relationships. I began reading this in English (The Perfect Nanny) and realized it would be a better read in French since I kept mentally trying to translate it back to French.
Esclave vieil homme et le molosse by Patrick Chamoiseau: This the acclaimed story of a slave's escape into a Martinique rain forest filled with the spirits of former slaves. I'm excited to digest a novel so rich in Caribbean culture as it forces me to reflect more on the value of race and human dignity. The English translation of this is Slave Old Man.
The Circle of Seasons by K.C. Ireton: It seems to me that the Protestant church is showing an interest back towards the rhythms of the early church calendar. This book was written by a homeschooling mama last year and it has excellent online reviews. I am intrigued to learn more from Ireton about the Christian way of marking time.
Great Doctrines of the Bible by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones: This book was recommended by our church's new pastor as a solid read to gain a deeper understanding the Bible's theology. I love the Bible itself, but I'm always open to the insight that can be gained from an educated, astute commentary.
The Divine Conspiracy by Dallas Willard - I was gifted this book by a family member who appreciated its life-changing arguments for living an authentic Christian life. Willard is a theologian and philosopher at the University of Southern California; I will appreciate his thoughtful emphasis on discipleship.
The Hidden Art of Homemaking by Edith Shaeffer: I love the Shaeffer's story about L’Abri, their ministry of hospitality and theology spreading worldwide from their simple Swiss chalet from the 1950s through the 1980s. Here in The Hidden Art of Homemaking, Edith describes how homemaking is essentially creative as well as meaningful. I want to learn from her experience hosting hundreds of visitors while still raising a family and maintaining a mostly peaceful, beautiful home environment.
What are you planning to read in 2019? If you've read any of the books on my list, what did you think of them? Happiness is better when shared, so I look forward to hearing your what's on your reading wish list.
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that said, the super bowl was another good excuse for us to invite family and friends over. once the game was done and the kitchen was tidied, though, i got back to reading circe by madeline miller. miller's first book, song of achilles, was the first book i finished this year, and it was riveting. miller's gifted writing and her intimate knowledge of the flawed characters of greek mythology make her stories utterly fascinating. her characters are emotionally-driven and promiscuous, but they also help us understand what it is to be human, and where our choices could lead.
the lake house by kate morton: this has nothing to do with the keanu reeves movie that my husband humorously reminded me about when he saw this book on my shelf. instead, it's the swift moving story of an english family's split after their toddler disappears, and the truth that begins to unravel many years later as their oldest daughter connects with a young detective to understand what happened. i'm interested in the the lake house because of its themes of responsibility, motherhood, friendship, mystery, and guilt.
maddaddam by margaret atwood: my husband finished this final book in atwood's dystopian trilogy years ago, so it's high time i catch up to him so we can discuss it together. atwood's novels are somber, but they simmer with creative, dark humor. a recent meal i ate at a vegan burger café reminded me of chicky knobs, and a friend's description of the hymns at a progressive atheist church reminded me of the fictional hymns sung by the radical environmentalist group in this maddaddam trilogy. dystopian novels show us how society can go terribly awry, and i love how they inspire me to take action against the wrong turns i see in our society. if you like dystopian novels like i do, you should also read station eleven by emily st. john mandel.
the brothers k by david james duncan. duncan is a beloved writer here in oregon, where he's written the river why and other stories set in the beauty of the pacific northwest. my husband enjoyed the brothers k. (again, i'm trying to catch up on some of his favorite reads!) the story follows a family's course through the 50s and 60s as the sons grow into adulthood, face religious choices, and deal with the brutality of the vietnam war. something in the description reminds me of a river runs through it—poignant, tragic, and yet moving and meaningful.
kristin lavransdattir trilogy by sigrid undset (the wreath / the wife / the cross) : sagas aren't a genre that i'm typically drawn towards, but undset won a nobel prize for literature, and her norwegian trilogy comes highly recommended by sarah clarkson in her autobiographical celebration of reading titled book girl. in summary, kristin lavransdattir is a headstrong heroine in norway's dark 15th century; this tale of historic fiction recounts her early life, marriage, motherhood, and estrangement as the black plague spreads. i'm intrigued by all the lavish reviews!
two from galilee by marjorie holmes: i'm going to read this just before christmas because it is a fictionalized account of mary and joseph's story that seems to be fairly impactful. readers say it is well-researched and emotionally moving without being preachy or overly fictionalized.
hannah coulter by wendell berry: hannah coulter was published more than ten years ago, but i'm hearing about it everywhere now. in this sequel to jayber crow, an aging and twice-widowed hannah retells her life and reflects on her connection to the land her family has farmed. i should probably read both novels for their time-worn perspective and significant contribution to american literature, but hannah coulter can stand on its own too.
off the clock: feel less busy while getting more done by laura vanderkam: the author is a speaker, writer, and mother of four, and yet she focuses on sharing concrete principles here for lingering in life's best moments. while i don't want to bow to the idol of "getting more done,” i'd like to learn from her experience and perspective as she explains how to ensure one's life has space for the moments with the most significance.
digital minimalism by cal newport: newport's latest book also argues that it is possible to choose a focused life in a noisy world. he's an associate professor of computer science at georgetown and an author whose books (like deep work) are always well-received, so i'm sure i could pick up some sage advice on living wisely and carefully in a digitally-saturated culture.
begotten or made: human procreation and medical technique by oliver o’donovan: this is a series of fascinating and clearly argued lectures given on the topic of christian ethics and reproductive medical technology. o’donovan specifically focuses on the ethics of ivf procedures and the choices our societies will soon be facing, as well as those techniques that are already in practice. this was recommended by a friend for its fascinating and thoughtful arguments.
how to teach your children shakespeare by ken ludwig: ludwig is a celebrated playwright who shares the practical ways that he taught his own young children shakespeare, helping them to delight in the wit and wisdom of shakespeare's passages. i'm reading this now and it's a quick and highly applicable read, reminding me why shakespeare matters even to the very young, and how to make memorization enjoyable. ludwig writes the book for teachers as well as parents, and shares free printables on his book's website.
the brave learner by julie bogart: bogart regularly shares insightful homeschooling tips and parenting wisdom on the brave writer podcast, and this book promises to funnel that wisdom into a highly practical format. bogart focuses on answering the question of how parents can educate their children through modeling what it means to be a truly brave learner.
you learn by living: eleven keys for a more fulfilling life by eleanor roosevelt: published in 1960, mrs. roosevelt's collection of essays is still considered useful, wise, and informed by readers today. i'll listen with respect to what this distinguished first lady had to say.
educated: a memoir by tara westover: there's a lot of buzz around this autobiographical story of a girl who was raised by a "religious nut” of a father and an extremely lax homeschooling mother who never allowed tara to go to school—yet she managed to attain a phd from cambridge. a friend recommended this book to me and i cannot wait to read the author's perspective on her unusual educational path.
i haven't regularly read novels in french since my college years, partially because french novels can be harder to obtain, but also because reading in a non-native language seemed to require too much effort for an otherwise pleasurable pastime. however, i'm going to start choosing more french novels because i want to grow my language knowledge, keep pulse with french literary culture, and broaden my perspectives. for those of you who don't read in french, however, the novels below are also available in english.
chanson douce by leila slimani: this initially seems like the story of a seemingly perfect nanny who murders her charges, but the author weaves the story back into a beautiful text about family, race, and purposeful relationships. i began reading this in english (the perfect nanny) and realized it would be a better read in french since i kept mentally trying to translate it back to french.
esclave vieil homme et le molosse by patrick chamoiseau: this the acclaimed story of a slave's escape into a martinique rain forest filled with the spirits of former slaves. i'm excited to digest a novel so rich in caribbean culture as it forces me to reflect more on the value of race and human dignity. the english translation of this is slave old man.
the circle of seasons by k.c. ireton: it seems to me that the protestant church is showing an interest back towards the rhythms of the early church calendar. this book was written by a homeschooling mama last year and it has excellent online reviews. i am intrigued to learn more from ireton about the christian way of marking time.
great doctrines of the bible by d. martyn lloyd-jones: this book was recommended by our church's new pastor as a solid read to gain a deeper understanding the bible's theology. i love the bible itself, but i'm always open to the insight that can be gained from an educated, astute commentary.
the divine conspiracy by dallas willard - i was gifted this book by a family member who appreciated its life-changing arguments for living an authentic christian life. willard is a theologian and philosopher at the university of southern california; i will appreciate his thoughtful emphasis on discipleship.
the hidden art of homemaking by edith shaeffer: i love the shaeffer's story about l’abri, their ministry of hospitality and theology spreading worldwide from their simple swiss chalet from the 1950s through the 1980s. here in the hidden art of homemaking, edith describes how homemaking is essentially creative as well as meaningful. i want to learn from her experience hosting hundreds of visitors while still raising a family and maintaining a mostly peaceful, beautiful home environment.
what are you planning to read in 2019? if you've read any of the books on my list, what did you think of them? happiness is better when shared, so i look forward to hearing your what's on your reading wish list.
this post contains affiliate links. merci for supporting intentional mama!


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A group of Netflix employees recently decided to work on an out-of-the-box project that sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie. It’s a way for you to put down your remote and use expressions like eye movements and even sticking out your tongue to navigate the streaming giant’s OS, so that you can continue your binges of Bojack Horseman and Bodyguard without hardly moving a muscle.
It was part of the company’s ninth hackathon, a company-wide event held last month during which employees put their heads together and tried to work up all manner of fun, oddball and quirky ideas and projects. And this year’s certainly continued in the grandly whimsical tradition of the company’s past hackathons that have produced everything from a way to browse titles using brainwaves to the use of image recognition to help parents zero-in on problematic content to shield from kids.
The face-navigation project is one of several interesting ideas to come out of this year’s version of the hackathon. A trio of Netflix employees — Ben Hands, John Fox, Steve Henderson — posted a video you can see included at the top of this post that shows how it works. From their description of the idea, which relies on Apple’s ARKit: “We care a lot about Accessibility, so we were eager to try a hack that would allow people to navigate the iOS app just by moving their eyes,” they wrote in the YouTube video’s description.
More than 100 employees participated in this year’s hackathon at Netflix’s Los Gatos, California headquarters for two days in mid-October. Among the other ideas to come out of it was “Jump to Shark,” an add-on for the Netflix app that would let viewers of Syfy’s gloriously ridiculous Sharknado movies, which Netflix also streams, skip ahead to the best parts.
At least one non-Netflix idea also came out of the hackathon. A Netflix engineer created an app for Slack called Lunchbot, and the way it works is every morning it invites a random group of employees to eat lunch together after first automatically checking to make sure their calendars show free time at the same time.

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a group of netflix employees recently decided to work on an out-of-the-box project that sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie. it’s a way for you to put down your remote and use expressions like eye movements and even sticking out your tongue to navigate the streaming giant’s os, so that you can continue your binges of bojack horseman and bodyguard without hardly moving a muscle.
it was part of the company’s ninth hackathon, a company-wide event held last month during which employees put their heads together and tried to work up all manner of fun, oddball and quirky ideas and projects. and this year’s certainly continued in the grandly whimsical tradition of the company’s past hackathons that have produced everything from a way to browse titles using brainwaves to the use of image recognition to help parents zero-in on problematic content to shield from kids.
the face-navigation project is one of several interesting ideas to come out of this year’s version of the hackathon. a trio of netflix employees — ben hands, john fox, steve henderson — posted a video you can see included at the top of this post that shows how it works. from their description of the idea, which relies on apple’s arkit: “we care a lot about accessibility, so we were eager to try a hack that would allow people to navigate the ios app just by moving their eyes,” they wrote in the youtube video’s description.
more than 100 employees participated in this year’s hackathon at netflix’s los gatos, california headquarters for two days in mid-october. among the other ideas to come out of it was “jump to shark,” an add-on for the netflix app that would let viewers of syfy’s gloriously ridiculous sharknado movies, which netflix also streams, skip ahead to the best parts.
at least one non-netflix idea also came out of the hackathon. a netflix engineer created an app for slack called lunchbot, and the way it works is every morning it invites a random group of employees to eat lunch together after first automatically checking to make sure their calendars show free time at the same time.


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With my own son reaching his teenage years, I’ve been thinking about how to continue teaching empathy to teens.
My regular readers know that I believe reading can open doors to discussion. You can always read these along with your young adults to talk about.
You can find these books that help teach teens about empathy at your local library or purchase through the affiliate links provided for your convenience.
This novel have you crying with Jasmine as she finds out she’s undocumented – then cheering her on as she fights to stay in the country she loves.
Jasmine de los Santos has always done what’s expected of her. And then everything shatters. Her parents are forced to reveal the truth: their visas expired years ago. Her entire family is illegal. That means no scholarships, maybe no college at all and the very real threat of deportation. Jasmine will stop at nothing to protect her relationships, family and future, all while fighting the hard truths of being undocumented.
American Library Association Best Book for Young Adults. Best Book for Reluctant Readers Award.
The critically acclaimed debut novel from Stephen Chbosky, Perks follows observant “wallflower” Charlie as he charts a course through the strange world between adolescence and adulthood. A cult-favorite coming of age story that takes a sometimes heartbreaking, often hysterical and always honest look at high school in all its glory.
At first, Julian seems like the boy he once knew. But as they spend more time together, Adam realizes that Julian is keeping secrets, like where he hides during the middle of the day, and what’s really going on inside his house. Adam is determined to help him, but his involvement could cost both boys their lives.
Night is Elie Wiesel’s masterpiece, a candid, horrific, and deeply poignant autobiographical account of his survival as a teenager in the Nazi death camps.
Voted America’s Best-Loved Novel in PBS’s The Great American Read.
YALSA Top Ten Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers. ALA Best Fiction for Young Adults List. 2017 Rainbow List A powerful and uplifting portrait of a modern teen struggling with high school, relationships, and what it means to be human.
Riley Cavanaugh is many things, but Riley isn’t exactly out yet. And between starting a new school and having a congressman father running for reelection in über-conservative Orange County, the pressure—media and otherwise—is building up in Riley’s life.
On the advice of a therapist, Riley starts an anonymous blog, and an unnamed commenter discovers Riley’s real identity, threatening exposure. Riley must make a choice: walk away from what the blog has created—a lifeline, new friends, a cause to believe in—or stand up, come out, and risk everything.
A poignant but often laugh-out-loud funny contemporary YA about losing a sister and finding yourself amid the pressures, expectations, and stereotypes of growing up in a Mexican American home.
Today’s top authors for teens and young people come together to share their stories about bullying—as bystanders, as victims, and as the bullies themselves—in this moving and deeply personal collection.
In addition, Dear Bully includes resources for teens, educators, and parents, and suggestions for further reading.
Set in New Orleans and on the Louisiana Gulf coast at the end of the 19th century, the plot centers on Edna Pontellier and her struggle to reconcile her increasingly unorthodox views on femininity and motherhood with the prevailing social attitudes of the turn-of-the-century American South.
It is one of the earliest American novels that focuses on women’s issues without condescension. It is also widely seen as a landmark work of early feminism, generating a mixed reaction from contemporary readers and critics.
This powerful and unforgettable novel is about learning from your mistakes and learning to forgive. Told in alternating points of view, A Step Toward Falling is a poignant, hopeful, and altogether stunning work.
Emily has always been the kind of girl who tries to do the right thing until she sees a classmate with developmental disabilities being attacked, and she does nothing at all. When their high school finds out what happened, she is required to perform community service at a center for disabled people. But can she do anything that will actually help the one person she hurt the most?

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with my own son reaching his teenage years, i’ve been thinking about how to continue teaching empathy to teens.
my regular readers know that i believe reading can open doors to discussion. you can always read these along with your young adults to talk about.
you can find these books that help teach teens about empathy at your local library or purchase through the affiliate links provided for your convenience.
this novel have you crying with jasmine as she finds out she’s undocumented – then cheering her on as she fights to stay in the country she loves.
jasmine de los santos has always done what’s expected of her. and then everything shatters. her parents are forced to reveal the truth: their visas expired years ago. her entire family is illegal. that means no scholarships, maybe no college at all and the very real threat of deportation. jasmine will stop at nothing to protect her relationships, family and future, all while fighting the hard truths of being undocumented.
american library association best book for young adults. best book for reluctant readers award.
the critically acclaimed debut novel from stephen chbosky, perks follows observant “wallflower” charlie as he charts a course through the strange world between adolescence and adulthood. a cult-favorite coming of age story that takes a sometimes heartbreaking, often hysterical and always honest look at high school in all its glory.
at first, julian seems like the boy he once knew. but as they spend more time together, adam realizes that julian is keeping secrets, like where he hides during the middle of the day, and what’s really going on inside his house. adam is determined to help him, but his involvement could cost both boys their lives.
night is elie wiesel’s masterpiece, a candid, horrific, and deeply poignant autobiographical account of his survival as a teenager in the nazi death camps.
voted america’s best-loved novel in pbs’s the great american read.
yalsa top ten quick pick for reluctant readers. ala best fiction for young adults list. 2017 rainbow list a powerful and uplifting portrait of a modern teen struggling with high school, relationships, and what it means to be human.
riley cavanaugh is many things, but riley isn’t exactly out yet. and between starting a new school and having a congressman father running for reelection in über-conservative orange county, the pressure—media and otherwise—is building up in riley’s life.
on the advice of a therapist, riley starts an anonymous blog, and an unnamed commenter discovers riley’s real identity, threatening exposure. riley must make a choice: walk away from what the blog has created—a lifeline, new friends, a cause to believe in—or stand up, come out, and risk everything.
a poignant but often laugh-out-loud funny contemporary ya about losing a sister and finding yourself amid the pressures, expectations, and stereotypes of growing up in a mexican american home.
today’s top authors for teens and young people come together to share their stories about bullying—as bystanders, as victims, and as the bullies themselves—in this moving and deeply personal collection.
in addition, dear bully includes resources for teens, educators, and parents, and suggestions for further reading.
set in new orleans and on the louisiana gulf coast at the end of the 19th century, the plot centers on edna pontellier and her struggle to reconcile her increasingly unorthodox views on femininity and motherhood with the prevailing social attitudes of the turn-of-the-century american south.
it is one of the earliest american novels that focuses on women’s issues without condescension. it is also widely seen as a landmark work of early feminism, generating a mixed reaction from contemporary readers and critics.
this powerful and unforgettable novel is about learning from your mistakes and learning to forgive. told in alternating points of view, a step toward falling is a poignant, hopeful, and altogether stunning work.
emily has always been the kind of girl who tries to do the right thing until she sees a classmate with developmental disabilities being attacked, and she does nothing at all. when their high school finds out what happened, she is required to perform community service at a center for disabled people. but can she do anything that will actually help the one person she hurt the most?


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