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This is a story of yogic technology in action. It is the story of an answered prayer and a fulfilled New Year’s intention. It is the story of two people who knew what they wanted and dared to receive it. This is the story of how I came to enter the most rewarding (and yes, often challenging) partnership and commitment of my life. This is how I met my husband.
In 2010 I attended my first Summer Solstice Sadhana in New Mexico. I was very new to Kundalini Yoga at that time. A friend has invited me to sing for his workshop, and besides, I had some free time. At least that’s why I thought I was there. If you have ever been to this epic event, you know that the reason you think you go, is a very far cry from the reason your soul arranges for you to be there. It turns out there were a lot of reasons for my presence, not least of which was doing a service exchange on the sound team with the man I would marry exactly one year later.
The most amazing part about our first meeting was that neither of were interested in the other romantically. It was not love at first sight.
In fact, besides some conversations about his teacher training, and some other service-related banter, we barely interacted.
The next time we met was at Winter Solstice in Florida, only 6 months later. I had just finished my month-long intensive teacher training in Espanola, New Mexico. Also, I had completed 40 days of reciting the prayer “So Purkh” with the intention of attracting a partner.
My future husband, Harimander, had begun his own spiritual practice. He had expressed interest in marriage, so his teacher encouraged him to being a Sahej Path to activate the intention. A Sahej Path is a personal prayer that involves reading the Siri Guru Granth Sahib (Sikh scriptures) each day, eventually completing it in its entirety.
When we met again at Winter Solstice, something had changed in both of us. Still no attraction though.
We both signed up for the sound team again. On one of the days, we were assigned to help out for a class taught by Snatam Kaur and So Purkh Singh (I love that that is his name by the way!). I could tell the story within the story of how they met and married—because that was the topic of their class—but I’ll keep on point here.
At some point during their class Harimander and I realized that everything was going smoothly, so we decided to participate in the class. Unbeknownst to me, he got a very clear message as we were doing one of the exercises in the kriya. The message was: “Your future wife could be very near you right now.” Immediately interested in this suggestion, he opened his eyes and sees that I’m the only one next to him within a few feet. We were “backstage” and everyone else was actually in the class. He didn’t tell me this until a little later in our relationship. He probably didn’t want to scare me. Smart man.
Our courtship began when he started Facebook messaging me about two weeks later. He ended up coming out to Los Angeles, where I was currently living, to see “how our auras would get along.” I kid you not. That is what he said.
In the car, on the way to a Dave Stringer kirtan, he asked me what I wanted out of a relationship. I told him I wasn’t interested in dating. I wanted to get married. He said that was exactly where he was in his life as well. Three months later he proposed over skype—and again in person when he came to meet my parents in Connecticut. Two months after that we got married at Ram Das Puri in New Mexico at Summer Solstice Sadhana.
Some family members expressed their concern that the relationship was so new, and that the marriage felt rushed. My mom thought I was pregnant! (Nope, not until the next year!). Funny enough, for the Kundalini Yoga community, short courtships (even no courtships) were fairly commonplace. Yogi Bhajan had arranged marriages for many people who met and married on the same day. Harimander used to tell people that Guru (the subtle energy that guides us to our highest and brightest) arranged our marriage. I think that’s about right.
We knew what we wanted, recognized it was right there, and signed up for the adventure. We have certainly had our difficulties, but all in all, we both know we made the only possible decision. After all, when God answers your prayers, the least you can do is receive.
Can Kundalini Yoga Help You Find True Love?
Stories of Yogi Bhajan: Are You Happy?
I remember that visit when Harimandir Singh came to LA and you two were hanging out!
Sat Nam, thank you for sharing your story!
My now husband introduced me to Kundalini Yoga shortly after we met and I felt as if my soul came home, it was the most comfortable cozy feeling.

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this is a story of yogic technology in action. it is the story of an answered prayer and a fulfilled new year’s intention. it is the story of two people who knew what they wanted and dared to receive it. this is the story of how i came to enter the most rewarding (and yes, often challenging) partnership and commitment of my life. this is how i met my husband.
in 2010 i attended my first summer solstice sadhana in new mexico. i was very new to kundalini yoga at that time. a friend has invited me to sing for his workshop, and besides, i had some free time. at least that’s why i thought i was there. if you have ever been to this epic event, you know that the reason you think you go, is a very far cry from the reason your soul arranges for you to be there. it turns out there were a lot of reasons for my presence, not least of which was doing a service exchange on the sound team with the man i would marry exactly one year later.
the most amazing part about our first meeting was that neither of were interested in the other romantically. it was not love at first sight.
in fact, besides some conversations about his teacher training, and some other service-related banter, we barely interacted.
the next time we met was at winter solstice in florida, only 6 months later. i had just finished my month-long intensive teacher training in espanola, new mexico. also, i had completed 40 days of reciting the prayer “so purkh” with the intention of attracting a partner.
my future husband, harimander, had begun his own spiritual practice. he had expressed interest in marriage, so his teacher encouraged him to being a sahej path to activate the intention. a sahej path is a personal prayer that involves reading the siri guru granth sahib (sikh scriptures) each day, eventually completing it in its entirety.
when we met again at winter solstice, something had changed in both of us. still no attraction though.
we both signed up for the sound team again. on one of the days, we were assigned to help out for a class taught by snatam kaur and so purkh singh (i love that that is his name by the way!). i could tell the story within the story of how they met and married—because that was the topic of their class—but i’ll keep on point here.
at some point during their class harimander and i realized that everything was going smoothly, so we decided to participate in the class. unbeknownst to me, he got a very clear message as we were doing one of the exercises in the kriya. the message was: “your future wife could be very near you right now.” immediately interested in this suggestion, he opened his eyes and sees that i’m the only one next to him within a few feet. we were “backstage” and everyone else was actually in the class. he didn’t tell me this until a little later in our relationship. he probably didn’t want to scare me. smart man.
our courtship began when he started facebook messaging me about two weeks later. he ended up coming out to los angeles, where i was currently living, to see “how our auras would get along.” i kid you not. that is what he said.
in the car, on the way to a dave stringer kirtan, he asked me what i wanted out of a relationship. i told him i wasn’t interested in dating. i wanted to get married. he said that was exactly where he was in his life as well. three months later he proposed over skype—and again in person when he came to meet my parents in connecticut. two months after that we got married at ram das puri in new mexico at summer solstice sadhana.
some family members expressed their concern that the relationship was so new, and that the marriage felt rushed. my mom thought i was pregnant! (nope, not until the next year!). funny enough, for the kundalini yoga community, short courtships (even no courtships) were fairly commonplace. yogi bhajan had arranged marriages for many people who met and married on the same day. harimander used to tell people that guru (the subtle energy that guides us to our highest and brightest) arranged our marriage. i think that’s about right.
we knew what we wanted, recognized it was right there, and signed up for the adventure. we have certainly had our difficulties, but all in all, we both know we made the only possible decision. after all, when god answers your prayers, the least you can do is receive.
can kundalini yoga help you find true love?
stories of yogi bhajan: are you happy?
i remember that visit when harimandir singh came to la and you two were hanging out!
sat nam, thank you for sharing your story!
my now husband introduced me to kundalini yoga shortly after we met and i felt as if my soul came home, it was the most comfortable cozy feeling.


text: So writes Ginni Rometty, chairman, president and CEO of IBM, in today’s Wall Street Journal. She says IBM estimate that applying blockchain to global supply chains could generate more than $100 billion in annual efficiencies. “More than 80 leading finance and technology organizations, including IBM, have joined the Linux Foundation Hyperledger, a project aimed at creating an enterprise-grade blockchain framework. More than 600 additional firms have already applied to join the consortium,” she adds.

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Gold King Mine - Denverite, the Denver site!
Government investigators say the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency had no rules for working around old mines when the agency inadvertently triggered a massive spill from a Colorado mine that polluted rivers in three states.
US clears way for cleanup of Colorado mine after huge spill.

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gold king mine - denverite, the denver site!
government investigators say the u.s. environmental protection agency had no rules for working around old mines when the agency inadvertently triggered a massive spill from a colorado mine that polluted rivers in three states.
us clears way for cleanup of colorado mine after huge spill.


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This brief, 60 second script can be used as a public awareness radio announcement. A nationwide Helpline phone number is included.
A preoccupation with gambling may cause some people to risk more than money.
They may be gambling away their health, happiness and their family’s welfare.
You’ve gambled until you’ve lost your last dollar.
You’ve ended up gambling for longer than you planned to.
You’ve made repeated attempts to stop gambling.
or a number of other signs—are likely to be problem gamblers.
There are also certain risk factors that can increase the odds of people developing gambling problems.
The death of a loved one or a divorce.
An early big gambling win.
Pre-existing health problems such as depression.
And a family history of addictions.
Fortunately, a problem gambler doesn’t need to wait to hit bottom before asking for help.

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this brief, 60 second script can be used as a public awareness radio announcement. a nationwide helpline phone number is included.
a preoccupation with gambling may cause some people to risk more than money.
they may be gambling away their health, happiness and their family’s welfare.
you’ve gambled until you’ve lost your last dollar.
you’ve ended up gambling for longer than you planned to.
you’ve made repeated attempts to stop gambling.
or a number of other signs—are likely to be problem gamblers.
there are also certain risk factors that can increase the odds of people developing gambling problems.
the death of a loved one or a divorce.
an early big gambling win.
pre-existing health problems such as depression.
and a family history of addictions.
fortunately, a problem gambler doesn’t need to wait to hit bottom before asking for help.


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OPM are working with a well-established studio that are seeking to recruit a Senior Server Programmer.
As a Senior Server Side Developer, you will be part of a dedicated and dynamic team developing quality online mobile games. Reporting to the General Manager, you will work closely with game designers and client developers to develop the server side component of the game.
You are a multi-discipline Server Side Developer with strong knowledge of the leading server side development tools, software and methodologies. You must have experience of working in an agile development environment.
Does this sound like you? Get in touch to find out more!
This job is advertised on behalf of OPM using their internal reference 11062-1.

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opm are working with a well-established studio that are seeking to recruit a senior server programmer.
as a senior server side developer, you will be part of a dedicated and dynamic team developing quality online mobile games. reporting to the general manager, you will work closely with game designers and client developers to develop the server side component of the game.
you are a multi-discipline server side developer with strong knowledge of the leading server side development tools, software and methodologies. you must have experience of working in an agile development environment.
does this sound like you? get in touch to find out more!
this job is advertised on behalf of opm using their internal reference 11062-1.


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Welcome to our Design Build Magazine Products Landing Page.
Rollforming Services, made in New Zealand since 1996. Where ever possible we choose to use New Zealand Steels Axxis Steel for Framing.
Here at Rollforming Services we pride ourselves on delivering quality products, on time to all our customers no matter how large or small. We are happy to work in with Architects, Engineers, Property Owners, Business Owners, on sellers and Builders.
Our products are designed to make the design and installation process as simple and easy as possible, in turn reducing the overall cost of your project.
You will see the links to our Light gauge steel building products pages where you will find Brochures, Engineering information and profile drawings.
Once you have had a look feel free to enquire either by our Enquire Now form or by giving us a call. We will be happy to answer any questions you have relating to our products.

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welcome to our design build magazine products landing page.
rollforming services, made in new zealand since 1996. where ever possible we choose to use new zealand steels axxis steel for framing.
here at rollforming services we pride ourselves on delivering quality products, on time to all our customers no matter how large or small. we are happy to work in with architects, engineers, property owners, business owners, on sellers and builders.
our products are designed to make the design and installation process as simple and easy as possible, in turn reducing the overall cost of your project.
you will see the links to our light gauge steel building products pages where you will find brochures, engineering information and profile drawings.
once you have had a look feel free to enquire either by our enquire now form or by giving us a call. we will be happy to answer any questions you have relating to our products.


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The Library welcomes feedbacks , and is open to any suggestions or comments which can help to improve our services. The quickest way is to talk to the staff at Library Service Counter to see if we can help you immediately. Or you can contact us by emailing library-service@xjtlu.edu.cn, and we will make sure that your email is passed on to the appropriate library division and a prompt response will be send to you.
The Library reserves the right to publicise suggestions, complaints and our replies if we feel that it would be of interest to others. All personal information will be removed and your identity will not be disclosed.

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the library welcomes feedbacks , and is open to any suggestions or comments which can help to improve our services. the quickest way is to talk to the staff at library service counter to see if we can help you immediately. or you can contact us by emailing library-service@xjtlu.edu.cn, and we will make sure that your email is passed on to the appropriate library division and a prompt response will be send to you.
the library reserves the right to publicise suggestions, complaints and our replies if we feel that it would be of interest to others. all personal information will be removed and your identity will not be disclosed.


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Open Houses on the Outer Banks - To Do or Not to Do?
I will hold Open Houses - and I do them on a case by case basis. An agent should not refuse an open house to a client that is requesting that they do it - especially if the agent states in their marketing plan that they will do an open house. On the other hand; I've had several clients that did not want their home held open - they felt that the serious buyers would already have a "Buyer's Agent" that would show the home to them if it fit their needs. Having random people just walk into an open home where they don't know any details about it or even the listing price - is really not in the best interest of the seller. Especially in large cities where the open house could be used by a thief to case out your home. Quite honestly, an Open House serves the Realtor more than the seller - it's a great way to generate leads, meet new people, and market the agents name to new potential clients. In the remote chance that the walk-in wants to actually make an offer on the home - then that's just a huge bonus. Home Seller's need to understand this and keep their expectations in check.
As an aside; Open Houses tend to work best in new home communities were buyers come to that community because they are familiar with it and with the home prices in that community. Having worked many years in model homes it was quite often where a buyer would walk in to the model - and make an offer on that home - that day.
Bottom line - If I say I will do an open house and you ask me to do it - I will definitely do it. Every market and community is different - so the results will be different. I prefer having open houses for listings that are very visible and in high traffic areas.
Bottom line - If I say I will do an open house and you ask me to do it - I will definitely do it. Every market and community is different - so the results will be different. I like having open houses for listings that are very visible and in high traffic areas - I will expect to meet some new people and have a successful day.

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open houses on the outer banks - to do or not to do?
i will hold open houses - and i do them on a case by case basis. an agent should not refuse an open house to a client that is requesting that they do it - especially if the agent states in their marketing plan that they will do an open house. on the other hand; i've had several clients that did not want their home held open - they felt that the serious buyers would already have a "buyer's agent" that would show the home to them if it fit their needs. having random people just walk into an open home where they don't know any details about it or even the listing price - is really not in the best interest of the seller. especially in large cities where the open house could be used by a thief to case out your home. quite honestly, an open house serves the realtor more than the seller - it's a great way to generate leads, meet new people, and market the agents name to new potential clients. in the remote chance that the walk-in wants to actually make an offer on the home - then that's just a huge bonus. home seller's need to understand this and keep their expectations in check.
as an aside; open houses tend to work best in new home communities were buyers come to that community because they are familiar with it and with the home prices in that community. having worked many years in model homes it was quite often where a buyer would walk in to the model - and make an offer on that home - that day.
bottom line - if i say i will do an open house and you ask me to do it - i will definitely do it. every market and community is different - so the results will be different. i prefer having open houses for listings that are very visible and in high traffic areas.
bottom line - if i say i will do an open house and you ask me to do it - i will definitely do it. every market and community is different - so the results will be different. i like having open houses for listings that are very visible and in high traffic areas - i will expect to meet some new people and have a successful day.


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Let’s be real for a sec: JoJo Fletcher was the best-dressed Bachelorette of all time. Don’t @ us, it’s honestly just a fact at this point. Not only did the 27-year-old find love at the end of her season, but she also gained 2.2 million Instagram followers and a devoted fan base obsessed with literally everything she wears. If you bought a Mochi Swim bikini or subscribed to FabFitFun just because she promotes it, then you’re about to drop some serious cash on JoJo’s new clothing line, Fletch.
Fletch, which officially launches its summer collection on Tuesday, June 13, has been “a long time in the making” for JoJo. “Doing a clothing line is something that I feel like I’ve always wanted to do,” she explained. “When I was in high school I even thought about doing it, and even before I got into real estate I dabbled into the idea of opening up my own boutique, but the idea never came to fruition.” But over the last two years, the former Bachelorette has taken risks, played around with her personal style, and worked hard to make her dream become a reality.
But which item in the collection is her absolute favorite? It was hard for JoJo to pick, but we made her choose one anyway! "I think one that everyone all around will love is the desert mini dress, it's that vintage, navy floral one that I posted for the very first photo on Fletch’s Instagram," she explained. "It’s a crowd pleaser, it fits amazing, the quality is great, it forms to your body no matter what size you are, and it's very flattering, so I think that one will be a hit."
With sizes ranging from XS to XXL and looks for every occasion, Fletch will become your newest obsession. Be sure to check out JoJo’s official clothing line at shopfletch.com and get shopping!
In the meantime, check out JoJo Fletcher's best outfits from The Bachelorette for some fashion inspo below!
JoJo looking gorgeous in her 'Bachelorette' premiere Randi Rham dress. Way to dress to impress!
JoJo Fletcher in a McGuire Denim Hideaway shirt and suede pants for her date with Alex in Argentina.
JoJo wearing a Badgley Mischka Blushing Ballerina Gown at the end of 'The Bachelorette' season finale when she got engaged to Jordan Rodgers.
JoJo wearing a floor-length, blue Jay Godfrey dress.
JoJo wearing a beautiful polka-dotted Alexis dress for her one-on-one date with James Taylor.
JoJo wearing a BCBG MaxAzria red sequined gown for her 'Bachelorette' promo shots.
JoJo keeping it casual with a flower top and jeans.
JoJo looking cute in some athleisure.
All black look! JoJo wearing a black sweater, jeans, and booties.
JoJo wearing a cute winter look while on the ice.
JoJo looking stunning in a Étoile Isabel Marant Tayler Paisley Print Romper.
JoJo wearing a Bebe denim sleeveless shirt, white jean shorts, and cowboy boots.
It's hard to see JoJo's full outfit in this pic (no thanks to Jordan Rodgers!) but she's rocking a Zara jacket, white jeans, and ash boots.
JoJo wearing a floor-length black sequin dress.
JoJo wearing a blue and grey flannel.
JoJo wearing a leather jacket on her date with Jordan.

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let’s be real for a sec: jojo fletcher was the best-dressed bachelorette of all time. don’t @ us, it’s honestly just a fact at this point. not only did the 27-year-old find love at the end of her season, but she also gained 2.2 million instagram followers and a devoted fan base obsessed with literally everything she wears. if you bought a mochi swim bikini or subscribed to fabfitfun just because she promotes it, then you’re about to drop some serious cash on jojo’s new clothing line, fletch.
fletch, which officially launches its summer collection on tuesday, june 13, has been “a long time in the making” for jojo. “doing a clothing line is something that i feel like i’ve always wanted to do,” she explained. “when i was in high school i even thought about doing it, and even before i got into real estate i dabbled into the idea of opening up my own boutique, but the idea never came to fruition.” but over the last two years, the former bachelorette has taken risks, played around with her personal style, and worked hard to make her dream become a reality.
but which item in the collection is her absolute favorite? it was hard for jojo to pick, but we made her choose one anyway! "i think one that everyone all around will love is the desert mini dress, it's that vintage, navy floral one that i posted for the very first photo on fletch’s instagram," she explained. "it’s a crowd pleaser, it fits amazing, the quality is great, it forms to your body no matter what size you are, and it's very flattering, so i think that one will be a hit."
with sizes ranging from xs to xxl and looks for every occasion, fletch will become your newest obsession. be sure to check out jojo’s official clothing line at shopfletch.com and get shopping!
in the meantime, check out jojo fletcher's best outfits from the bachelorette for some fashion inspo below!
jojo looking gorgeous in her 'bachelorette' premiere randi rham dress. way to dress to impress!
jojo fletcher in a mcguire denim hideaway shirt and suede pants for her date with alex in argentina.
jojo wearing a badgley mischka blushing ballerina gown at the end of 'the bachelorette' season finale when she got engaged to jordan rodgers.
jojo wearing a floor-length, blue jay godfrey dress.
jojo wearing a beautiful polka-dotted alexis dress for her one-on-one date with james taylor.
jojo wearing a bcbg maxazria red sequined gown for her 'bachelorette' promo shots.
jojo keeping it casual with a flower top and jeans.
jojo looking cute in some athleisure.
all black look! jojo wearing a black sweater, jeans, and booties.
jojo wearing a cute winter look while on the ice.
jojo looking stunning in a étoile isabel marant tayler paisley print romper.
jojo wearing a bebe denim sleeveless shirt, white jean shorts, and cowboy boots.
it's hard to see jojo's full outfit in this pic (no thanks to jordan rodgers!) but she's rocking a zara jacket, white jeans, and ash boots.
jojo wearing a floor-length black sequin dress.
jojo wearing a blue and grey flannel.
jojo wearing a leather jacket on her date with jordan.


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Small or big herds, mixers for everybody’s needs !
Lateral or transverse distribution, from 6 to 30m³ useful volume.
Since 1991, EUROMARK insists on studying, conceiving and developping its materials. Discover our company and our french manufactured materials.
The ultimate in efficiency !
Discover our patented system of hydraulically disengageable belt : POWERDRIVE.
Expertise – innovation Specialized for 25 years in the manufacture of agricultural equipment for breeding, innovation is at the heart of our know-how.
Quality commitment By mastering the all production chain of our materials, we assure you a robust machine, efficient, easy to use and to maintain.
Advice - services We offer solutions designed to the specific needs of each farm exploitation, because more than a manufacturer, we are daily partners of our users.
French manufacture Solicitious over quality, we ensure since 2006 all the steps, from conception to manufacture, in our workshops, in Bédée in Ille-et-Vilaine, France.

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small or big herds, mixers for everybody’s needs !
lateral or transverse distribution, from 6 to 30m³ useful volume.
since 1991, euromark insists on studying, conceiving and developping its materials. discover our company and our french manufactured materials.
the ultimate in efficiency !
discover our patented system of hydraulically disengageable belt : powerdrive.
expertise – innovation specialized for 25 years in the manufacture of agricultural equipment for breeding, innovation is at the heart of our know-how.
quality commitment by mastering the all production chain of our materials, we assure you a robust machine, efficient, easy to use and to maintain.
advice - services we offer solutions designed to the specific needs of each farm exploitation, because more than a manufacturer, we are daily partners of our users.
french manufacture solicitious over quality, we ensure since 2006 all the steps, from conception to manufacture, in our workshops, in bédée in ille-et-vilaine, france.


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As your local Farmers® agent in Helena & Butte MT; Farmers Insurance is a wonderful company to work for and offers an amazing Legacy Program for my family to be a part of. As a team, our common goal is for all our customers to have peace of mind. We simply like to help people!
Give me a call at (406) 782-1262 and I'll be happy to answer any questions you might have.

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as your local farmers® agent in helena & butte mt; farmers insurance is a wonderful company to work for and offers an amazing legacy program for my family to be a part of. as a team, our common goal is for all our customers to have peace of mind. we simply like to help people!
give me a call at (406) 782-1262 and i'll be happy to answer any questions you might have.


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My best friend almost killed herself. She's the one person I can tell anything to, the one person I would do anything for. She texted me at 10:30 on Tuesday morning while I was in lunch at school. I have never been the kind of person who breaks down, but when she told me she wanted to end her life I saw my heart break in two. How could I deal with this? If she were to end her life I would not know what to do with myself. She means the very world to me.
How did I deal with this?
At first, I cried till I couldn't breathe, then I cried till I couldn't breathe or see. I continued to cry till there was nothing left. But as I cried I told her how I felt about her, how much I loved her, and how much she meant to me. About two months ago I made my best friend promise me if we were not married by the age of thirty we would marry each other so we would not die alone. I felt like the one person who was never going to let me be alone was giving up on life and was deserting me, so I was mad, sad, hurt, and most of all, scared.
I told her there was no way in hell I'd sit back and let her take her own life, so I gave her two options. She could either want help or she would get help. So either way I was not going to lose her. I had 911 pushed in my phone ready to go at any moment. Then she texted me and said, "How can I get help? I don't want to live like this, but I sure can't give up." So after I got out of school I picked her up and we talked for quite some time.
When we got to the emergency room at 4:42 PM she signed the paper and we waited to be called. We were the first to be seen since her life was in danger. We got in there and faced our first set of problems - she's 17 and had no parent with her. At first they tried telling me there was nothing they could do, so I told them we were not moving till they agreed to help her. After almost thirty minutes of talking to other nurses and head shift leaders they decided her life was more important than the law. They also thought of a way around it - they called her mom and told her because she was in imminent danger it was legal.
After she got a bed, about two seconds later, a doctor came up and started asking questions. The first question was did she have a plan? (Mind you, I had not asked her this question because I knew, and I didn't want to hear the answer or the plan.) She answered, "Yes, I do. Take a handful of pills and go to sleep and pray I never wake up." At that moment I had heard the thing that would kill me, but I knew if I broke down it would hurt her, so I had to stay calm. How? Her feelings were more important at that time than mine. It was about her, not me, and I couldn't cause her any more pain.
They called a psych unit. It took them four hours to get the paperwork done and another thirty minutes to get there to transport her. It was hard to watch my best friend leave when all I wanted to do was hold her and tell her everything was going to be okay.
My best friend is now in the hospital getting better. They are expecting her to get out on Monday or Tuesday, depending on her response to treatment.
About every nine minutes someone dies of suicide; every ten minutes someone has to deal with it. It's never easy to help someone who is suicidal, but it sure is worth it.
I met her my freshman year. (I'm currently a junior.) She was quiet, shy, and weird. I am not and never will be quiet or shy. One day I decided she could no longer be quiet. Boy, was that a mistake! Once I got her talking I haven't gotten her to stop since. All I did was ask for a piece of paper and I wrote, "What's up", and she said, "Doing my work." I never thought we would become the best of friends. I have so many great memories that I never get to just think about, and now I can't stop thinking about them.
One night we got really bored. It was about 8:30, and she, our other friend, and I decided it was a nice time for a walk. Her mom said, "Be back by 11:30." We got back at 1:30. Between 8:30 and 1:30 we walked and talked and even laid in someone's driveway while looking at stars. We got back to her house and got blankets and fell asleep outside. At about 4:30 she woke me up and told me our friend had woken up and gone inside without us. We walked inside and saw our friend sprawled out on the bed. We picked her up and placed her on the floor and we went to sleep on the bed. This is my favorite memory because it was the first night she and I were one hundred percent real with each other.

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my best friend almost killed herself. she's the one person i can tell anything to, the one person i would do anything for. she texted me at 10:30 on tuesday morning while i was in lunch at school. i have never been the kind of person who breaks down, but when she told me she wanted to end her life i saw my heart break in two. how could i deal with this? if she were to end her life i would not know what to do with myself. she means the very world to me.
how did i deal with this?
at first, i cried till i couldn't breathe, then i cried till i couldn't breathe or see. i continued to cry till there was nothing left. but as i cried i told her how i felt about her, how much i loved her, and how much she meant to me. about two months ago i made my best friend promise me if we were not married by the age of thirty we would marry each other so we would not die alone. i felt like the one person who was never going to let me be alone was giving up on life and was deserting me, so i was mad, sad, hurt, and most of all, scared.
i told her there was no way in hell i'd sit back and let her take her own life, so i gave her two options. she could either want help or she would get help. so either way i was not going to lose her. i had 911 pushed in my phone ready to go at any moment. then she texted me and said, "how can i get help? i don't want to live like this, but i sure can't give up." so after i got out of school i picked her up and we talked for quite some time.
when we got to the emergency room at 4:42 pm she signed the paper and we waited to be called. we were the first to be seen since her life was in danger. we got in there and faced our first set of problems - she's 17 and had no parent with her. at first they tried telling me there was nothing they could do, so i told them we were not moving till they agreed to help her. after almost thirty minutes of talking to other nurses and head shift leaders they decided her life was more important than the law. they also thought of a way around it - they called her mom and told her because she was in imminent danger it was legal.
after she got a bed, about two seconds later, a doctor came up and started asking questions. the first question was did she have a plan? (mind you, i had not asked her this question because i knew, and i didn't want to hear the answer or the plan.) she answered, "yes, i do. take a handful of pills and go to sleep and pray i never wake up." at that moment i had heard the thing that would kill me, but i knew if i broke down it would hurt her, so i had to stay calm. how? her feelings were more important at that time than mine. it was about her, not me, and i couldn't cause her any more pain.
they called a psych unit. it took them four hours to get the paperwork done and another thirty minutes to get there to transport her. it was hard to watch my best friend leave when all i wanted to do was hold her and tell her everything was going to be okay.
my best friend is now in the hospital getting better. they are expecting her to get out on monday or tuesday, depending on her response to treatment.
about every nine minutes someone dies of suicide; every ten minutes someone has to deal with it. it's never easy to help someone who is suicidal, but it sure is worth it.
i met her my freshman year. (i'm currently a junior.) she was quiet, shy, and weird. i am not and never will be quiet or shy. one day i decided she could no longer be quiet. boy, was that a mistake! once i got her talking i haven't gotten her to stop since. all i did was ask for a piece of paper and i wrote, "what's up", and she said, "doing my work." i never thought we would become the best of friends. i have so many great memories that i never get to just think about, and now i can't stop thinking about them.
one night we got really bored. it was about 8:30, and she, our other friend, and i decided it was a nice time for a walk. her mom said, "be back by 11:30." we got back at 1:30. between 8:30 and 1:30 we walked and talked and even laid in someone's driveway while looking at stars. we got back to her house and got blankets and fell asleep outside. at about 4:30 she woke me up and told me our friend had woken up and gone inside without us. we walked inside and saw our friend sprawled out on the bed. we picked her up and placed her on the floor and we went to sleep on the bed. this is my favorite memory because it was the first night she and i were one hundred percent real with each other.


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Popular film producer, writer and director, Amaka Igwe is dead. She reportedly died of an asthma attack last night. Reputed for her professional and brilliant concepts, Amaka produced breathtaking sitcoms like Checkmate and Fuji House of Commotion.
She is one of the foremost movie directors in Nigeria today and one of the few contemporary film makers who have had their films on celluloid.
Amaka’s celluloid film is A Barber’s Wisdom – a film which was part of M-Net’s new direction on film project with Nigerian producers.
Her films have drawn international recognition to the home video industry. She is producer of the award winning movie Forever and founder of Amaka Igwe Studios and Top FM Radio.
Amaka hails from Obinagu, Enugu, Nigeria is survived by her husband and children.
may her soul rest in peace. MA BEGI FUN E PRODUNCTIONS.
damn. great talent gone justlyk dat.
OMG!May her soul rest in peace.
sad. may her soul rest in perfect peace..
a rare gem is gone! may her soul rest in the bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ…AMEN!!!
May her gentle soul rest in peace.Rare breed that gave so much particularly in the film industry.good night.
may her gentle soul find rest at the bosom of lord. for the family and friends, the courage to bear this irreparable and monumental loss. R.I.P., AMAKA.
A big loss at this time. May her soul rest in perfect peace.
I feel this profound loss deeply because she had been one of my role models since I was a child.
I shall miss you always.
Oh dear, may your soul rest in peace.

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popular film producer, writer and director, amaka igwe is dead. she reportedly died of an asthma attack last night. reputed for her professional and brilliant concepts, amaka produced breathtaking sitcoms like checkmate and fuji house of commotion.
she is one of the foremost movie directors in nigeria today and one of the few contemporary film makers who have had their films on celluloid.
amaka’s celluloid film is a barber’s wisdom – a film which was part of m-net’s new direction on film project with nigerian producers.
her films have drawn international recognition to the home video industry. she is producer of the award winning movie forever and founder of amaka igwe studios and top fm radio.
amaka hails from obinagu, enugu, nigeria is survived by her husband and children.
may her soul rest in peace. ma begi fun e produnctions.
damn. great talent gone justlyk dat.
omg!may her soul rest in peace.
sad. may her soul rest in perfect peace..
a rare gem is gone! may her soul rest in the bossom of our lord jesus christ…amen!!!
may her gentle soul rest in peace.rare breed that gave so much particularly in the film industry.good night.
may her gentle soul find rest at the bosom of lord. for the family and friends, the courage to bear this irreparable and monumental loss. r.i.p., amaka.
a big loss at this time. may her soul rest in perfect peace.
i feel this profound loss deeply because she had been one of my role models since i was a child.
i shall miss you always.
oh dear, may your soul rest in peace.


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Welcome to the official website for Bessemer Fire Fighters Association, Local 980.
If you are a member of Local 980 we encourage you to register so you can receive the full benefits of this site. We will be updating the site regularly with important information regarding Local 980, as well as information pertaining to the IAFF, PFFA and other issues regarding our jobs as Fire Fighters.

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welcome to the official website for bessemer fire fighters association, local 980.
if you are a member of local 980 we encourage you to register so you can receive the full benefits of this site. we will be updating the site regularly with important information regarding local 980, as well as information pertaining to the iaff, pffa and other issues regarding our jobs as fire fighters.


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A friend of mine has recently been posting her understanding of Japanese culture and it influences on Christianity and Japanese ministry. She created a series following many of the traditions in the culture that seem entirely foreign and oftentimes create strongholds again developing a faith in Jesus Christ. For example, relationships in Japan between family, coworkers, and others are each treated specifically different. In America, we often act as if we should treat the people around us like close friends. This is not the case in Japan and could be seen as impolite by Japanese people. The author, Katie, is a missionary in Japan with her family. To understand more, read Katie’s blog or peek through these compiled posts, the Japanese Culture Series.
One of this Japan blog's highlights is a deep look at Japanese culture and its effects on travelers, missionaries, and families. This page is basically the table of contents for the many aspects we are finding in Japanese culture and how we can understand them better.
And if you'd like to learn, I suggest RJC's class Japan 101.

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a friend of mine has recently been posting her understanding of japanese culture and it influences on christianity and japanese ministry. she created a series following many of the traditions in the culture that seem entirely foreign and oftentimes create strongholds again developing a faith in jesus christ. for example, relationships in japan between family, coworkers, and others are each treated specifically different. in america, we often act as if we should treat the people around us like close friends. this is not the case in japan and could be seen as impolite by japanese people. the author, katie, is a missionary in japan with her family. to understand more, read katie’s blog or peek through these compiled posts, the japanese culture series.
one of this japan blog's highlights is a deep look at japanese culture and its effects on travelers, missionaries, and families. this page is basically the table of contents for the many aspects we are finding in japanese culture and how we can understand them better.
and if you'd like to learn, i suggest rjc's class japan 101.


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SIMPLY THE BEST WAY TO TRAVEL & VACATION WORLDWIDE!!!
The " Woodhue " Beach House offers 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths direct ocean access across the street and amazing views of the Atlantic as only Maine can provide.
Owners Kathy & Bob Morris are wonderful people who absolutely love sharing their beach house with Guests. That's why the same families come back year after year after year for a one-of-a-kind vacation.
Private Newly Renovated Coastal Cottage...The Bishop family purchased this cottage in the summer of 2015 and renovations started then. They fell in love with the privacy and location so close to everything on the South Shore including the ocean of course. The Bishops cannot wait to welcome guests this summer. The dock has just been installed and now adds to the Nova Scotia Cottage Life experience.
Owners Andrew and Melissa Bishop and their family can hardly wait to welcome Guests to their "little slice of paradise".
The " Spring Cottage " offers luxurious 2 bedrooms. Spring Cottage was originally an 18th century farm worker’s abode on the edge of the village, with its own orchard and pigs. Today the pigs and orchard have gone, but its location remains the same: backing onto farmland, on the edge of the quiet North Yorkshire village of Great Habton.
Owner Karen Spencer is the ultimate hostess and is literally "legendary" in the Holiday Letting business which is why the comments from Guests fill volumes.
The " Keep Cottage " offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bath 16th century cottage. Keep Cottage is a beautiful Suffolk holiday cottage only a minute’s stroll away from Henry II’s magnificent Orford Keep and a short walk in one direction to Orford Quay and the famous Orford Ness or a short walk in the other direction to the centre of Orford village.
Owner Sara Moreton knows well how to treat Guests like Royalty and is obsessed with delighted each and every visitor to Keep Cottage.
Maesywerngoch is a secluded storybook property situated in the Dovey Forest at the southern end of Snowdonia National Park. Stay in an upgraded and restored 300-year-old Welsh longhouse with space for 12 guests in 6 luxury bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and a setting amidst several acres of gardens designed for strolling with walkways and footbridges through the trees, nearby crabbing from the pier at Aberdovey Beach, cycling though the forest on Cycle route 8, tent camping in the front garden, playing badminton on the front lawn and gazing at the stars on a clear night.
Owner Susan Harrison's family has lovingly owned & cared for this property for more than 4 decades...need I say more?
The Crest is different. Stylishly furnished and with a lovingly tended garden all set in the beautiful South Downs National Park, when you come to stay here you will feel as if you are in your own home but just in a different part of the country. Although we are tucked away on the edge of a small Hampshire village there are many attractions both rural, urban and historical within easy reach.
In 2010, owners Jo and Andrew fell in love with The Crest as soon as they pulled into the lane and realized that they had to own this "gem". Since then they have lovingly tended to all the details and maintenance of this spectacular 5-bedroom home complete with in-home gym and glorious garden.
The Patch is an informal, family-friendly, self-catering 4 bedroom holiday home at Snettisham Beach, on the edge of The Wash on the North West coast of Norfolk. It's a few minutes walk along rough footpaths from a quiet, undeveloped beach, close to the internationally famous RSPB Snettisham nature reserve. It lies between Kings Lynn and Hunstanton, and is just a few miles from Sandringham House, the Royal Family's own 'holiday home'.
Owner Jill Ryan Browne and her husband Tim have painstakingly restored this Victorian railway carriage into what is today an amazing Holiday Let.
The Vendée is one of France’s hidden gems: miles of pristine sandy beaches; acres of majestic countryside; hundreds of historic villages. The best theme park in France. A micro-climate which results in the area being one of the sunniest in France.
Owners Matt and Emily Clark have hand picked 3 of the best villas for you (8-bedroom, 8-bedroom & 9-bedroom) – each has ample space for you and your family to relax in luxury on your holiday in France.
Relax on the terrace! Visit the famous historic and artistic sites of Provence!
Bike in the path of the Tour de France! Hike the beautiful hills and valleys of Provence!
Enjoy water sports on the Rhone river! Eat fantastic food! Taste wines at hundreds of the top wineries in France! It's all yours and more when you stay in one (or both!) of these comfortable, lovely and affordable holiday rental apartments in the heart of Provence.
Owners Barney and Madeleine Lehrer are both world travelers Francophiles and wine lovers and always share their knowledge of the world with all of their Guests.
3 cozy houses for 2, 4 or 6 people, that can be rented, with all the amenities you may need for a dream holiday in a beautiful and quiet environment and is very attractive for people looking for the peace of real countryside, very charming villages and good typical restaurants. Nearby Sotosalbos, 18 km, is the monumental city of Segovia, World Heritage, with Roman Aqueduct, Cathedral, Alcázar, Jewish quarter, Barrio de San Marcos and many Romanesque churches and monasteries, a delight to walk and discover.
Owner Begoña Del Barrio Martín works diligently to ensure that each and every Guest has a vacation full of beauty and lasting memories.
Driftwood is a one bedroom townhouse 35km's north of Perth. The house is situated in a quiet street and in a great location for exploring Perth. Only a four minute walk to the station, a 5 minute drive the beach and Mindarie Marina, and only a 3 minute drive to Ocean Keys Shopping Centre. Driftwood's open plan layout, with its vaulted ceiling and mezzanine makes the house feel light, bright and airy.
Owner Catherine Harvey has an eye for detail and this is ever present in this outstanding home.

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simply the best way to travel & vacation worldwide!!!
the " woodhue " beach house offers 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths direct ocean access across the street and amazing views of the atlantic as only maine can provide.
owners kathy & bob morris are wonderful people who absolutely love sharing their beach house with guests. that's why the same families come back year after year after year for a one-of-a-kind vacation.
private newly renovated coastal cottage...the bishop family purchased this cottage in the summer of 2015 and renovations started then. they fell in love with the privacy and location so close to everything on the south shore including the ocean of course. the bishops cannot wait to welcome guests this summer. the dock has just been installed and now adds to the nova scotia cottage life experience.
owners andrew and melissa bishop and their family can hardly wait to welcome guests to their "little slice of paradise".
the " spring cottage " offers luxurious 2 bedrooms. spring cottage was originally an 18th century farm worker’s abode on the edge of the village, with its own orchard and pigs. today the pigs and orchard have gone, but its location remains the same: backing onto farmland, on the edge of the quiet north yorkshire village of great habton.
owner karen spencer is the ultimate hostess and is literally "legendary" in the holiday letting business which is why the comments from guests fill volumes.
the " keep cottage " offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bath 16th century cottage. keep cottage is a beautiful suffolk holiday cottage only a minute’s stroll away from henry ii’s magnificent orford keep and a short walk in one direction to orford quay and the famous orford ness or a short walk in the other direction to the centre of orford village.
owner sara moreton knows well how to treat guests like royalty and is obsessed with delighted each and every visitor to keep cottage.
maesywerngoch is a secluded storybook property situated in the dovey forest at the southern end of snowdonia national park. stay in an upgraded and restored 300-year-old welsh longhouse with space for 12 guests in 6 luxury bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and a setting amidst several acres of gardens designed for strolling with walkways and footbridges through the trees, nearby crabbing from the pier at aberdovey beach, cycling though the forest on cycle route 8, tent camping in the front garden, playing badminton on the front lawn and gazing at the stars on a clear night.
owner susan harrison's family has lovingly owned & cared for this property for more than 4 decades...need i say more?
the crest is different. stylishly furnished and with a lovingly tended garden all set in the beautiful south downs national park, when you come to stay here you will feel as if you are in your own home but just in a different part of the country. although we are tucked away on the edge of a small hampshire village there are many attractions both rural, urban and historical within easy reach.
in 2010, owners jo and andrew fell in love with the crest as soon as they pulled into the lane and realized that they had to own this "gem". since then they have lovingly tended to all the details and maintenance of this spectacular 5-bedroom home complete with in-home gym and glorious garden.
the patch is an informal, family-friendly, self-catering 4 bedroom holiday home at snettisham beach, on the edge of the wash on the north west coast of norfolk. it's a few minutes walk along rough footpaths from a quiet, undeveloped beach, close to the internationally famous rspb snettisham nature reserve. it lies between kings lynn and hunstanton, and is just a few miles from sandringham house, the royal family's own 'holiday home'.
owner jill ryan browne and her husband tim have painstakingly restored this victorian railway carriage into what is today an amazing holiday let.
the vendée is one of france’s hidden gems: miles of pristine sandy beaches; acres of majestic countryside; hundreds of historic villages. the best theme park in france. a micro-climate which results in the area being one of the sunniest in france.
owners matt and emily clark have hand picked 3 of the best villas for you (8-bedroom, 8-bedroom & 9-bedroom) – each has ample space for you and your family to relax in luxury on your holiday in france.
relax on the terrace! visit the famous historic and artistic sites of provence!
bike in the path of the tour de france! hike the beautiful hills and valleys of provence!
enjoy water sports on the rhone river! eat fantastic food! taste wines at hundreds of the top wineries in france! it's all yours and more when you stay in one (or both!) of these comfortable, lovely and affordable holiday rental apartments in the heart of provence.
owners barney and madeleine lehrer are both world travelers francophiles and wine lovers and always share their knowledge of the world with all of their guests.
3 cozy houses for 2, 4 or 6 people, that can be rented, with all the amenities you may need for a dream holiday in a beautiful and quiet environment and is very attractive for people looking for the peace of real countryside, very charming villages and good typical restaurants. nearby sotosalbos, 18 km, is the monumental city of segovia, world heritage, with roman aqueduct, cathedral, alcázar, jewish quarter, barrio de san marcos and many romanesque churches and monasteries, a delight to walk and discover.
owner begoña del barrio martín works diligently to ensure that each and every guest has a vacation full of beauty and lasting memories.
driftwood is a one bedroom townhouse 35km's north of perth. the house is situated in a quiet street and in a great location for exploring perth. only a four minute walk to the station, a 5 minute drive the beach and mindarie marina, and only a 3 minute drive to ocean keys shopping centre. driftwood's open plan layout, with its vaulted ceiling and mezzanine makes the house feel light, bright and airy.
owner catherine harvey has an eye for detail and this is ever present in this outstanding home.


text: The Ten Spot is a chain of upscale “antispas” that combine the best in luxury spa experiences with fuss-free salon services, catering to busy women. With 14 locations across Canada, The Ten Spot is a one-stop shop for all your monthly beauty maintenance, specializing in manicures, pedicures, waxing and facials in an ultra-clean environment. The Beauty Bars are most famous for their waxing services, getting up close and personal from head to toe just in time for bikini season. Choose from a wide range of services to get you smooth for summer, (options range from a quick clean-up to the full monty). They have even trademarked their most popular services—The Brazilly, The Thongkini and The Bumkini. Ten Spot Esthetic Experts are some of the best in the biz, so you can be confident that you’re in good hands. These trained and certified estheticians are serious about sanitation, ensuring that every instrument is disinfected and sterilized before use, and that means there is absolutely no double-dipping those wax sticks! The Ten Spot pays special attention to each guest’s needs, so you really get the biggest bang for your buck! Get comfortable and freshen up with a SweetSpot wipette before your service, and waxing newbies can distract themselves by tuning into their favourite series, since there’s a DVD player in each waxing room. Apart from providing outstanding beauty services, The Ten Spot also offers opportunities for franchising across Canada and is always on the lookout for new partners to take over the beauty bar world! If you’re driven and passionate about beauty, visit for more information on how to get started. What are you waiting for? Grab your friends or come solo— you’ll walk in and strut out!

lowercased: the ten spot is a chain of upscale “antispas” that combine the best in luxury spa experiences with fuss-free salon services, catering to busy women. with 14 locations across canada, the ten spot is a one-stop shop for all your monthly beauty maintenance, specializing in manicures, pedicures, waxing and facials in an ultra-clean environment. the beauty bars are most famous for their waxing services, getting up close and personal from head to toe just in time for bikini season. choose from a wide range of services to get you smooth for summer, (options range from a quick clean-up to the full monty). they have even trademarked their most popular services—the brazilly, the thongkini and the bumkini. ten spot esthetic experts are some of the best in the biz, so you can be confident that you’re in good hands. these trained and certified estheticians are serious about sanitation, ensuring that every instrument is disinfected and sterilized before use, and that means there is absolutely no double-dipping those wax sticks! the ten spot pays special attention to each guest’s needs, so you really get the biggest bang for your buck! get comfortable and freshen up with a sweetspot wipette before your service, and waxing newbies can distract themselves by tuning into their favourite series, since there’s a dvd player in each waxing room. apart from providing outstanding beauty services, the ten spot also offers opportunities for franchising across canada and is always on the lookout for new partners to take over the beauty bar world! if you’re driven and passionate about beauty, visit for more information on how to get started. what are you waiting for? grab your friends or come solo— you’ll walk in and strut out!


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Preparations are moving fast for the near net zero energy retrofit of 5 homes in Maldon, Essex, owned by social housing provider Moat. This will be the first UK pilot using the innovative Energiesprong model to be supported by E=0 project funding from the European Union. Preferred bidder ENGIE has just received the results of a detailed technical survey, so will now confirm the price of the work and help detail the ‘comfort plan’ to be offered to residents. Planning applications went in at the start of June.
Moat owns 34 semi-detached properties on Mundon Road, interspersed with privately owned homes bought under the UK ‘right to buy’ scheme. Potential participants have been shortlisted and now 4 or 5 are ready to proceed. Those that didn’t wish to participate mentioned reasons like intending to buy the property and owning a wood stove, which they wished to keep. Shortlisted households have higher than average energy bills and this is a very different group of residents to the Nottingham Energiesprong pilot earlier this year, including more multiple occupancy homes.
“The project is exciting and the finished result looks really smart but the best bit has to be the expected savings on energy costs”.
The presentations introduced ENGIE, shared examples from the UK Nottingham City pilot and presented the designs for the Maldon pilot by Gardner Stewart Architects. Ms Edwards, a resident attending the event, commented “The project is exciting and the finished result looks really smart but the best bit has to be the expected savings on energy costs”.
The proposed design uses a Mauer pre-fabricated, super insulated facade with a lightweight brick effect finish, triple glazed windows and high-performance doors. The architects and ENGIE visited the Mauer factory and were impressed with their versatile solution. Adding brick slips would add more weight, so this textured brick effect offers an advantage assuming the residents and planners like it.
The new highly insulated roof panel will come with integrated PV solar panels. New dormers with double glazed windows will be fitted to the front as planning requires them to be kept. Cement tiles will be fitted to give a consistent look. The redundant brick chimney will be capped and sealed.
A conditioned indoor climate (heating and ventilation) is proposed to be provided by a compact fully integrated Factory Zero energy module on each property. For the pilot, this will contain an air source heat pump, hot water tank, PV inverter and mechanical ventilation unit. The on-board monitoring kit will provide real time measurements at suitable levels of detail for keeping the energy supplier, landlord and occupant informed. The energy module will be sited on the back or side of the house so that the equipment inside it can be maintained without disturbing the residents.
Recent technical surveys covered a structural assessment of the pilot properties. This process established if the walls are strong enough to bolt on external wall panels. Without the required strength a trench would need to be dug and filled to provide a foundation to sit the panels on. The survey also looked at the roof to see if it is strong enough to support solar PV, plus whether there was any potential asbestos in the property to avoid. It looked at drains and cables in the ground to reveal if any could be problematic for the plans. It also looked at fine detail such as any impact the new facades might have on the opening of doors, especially in corners.
The final energy performance will be near net zero. This is largely driven by the fact that the whole roof will not be covered with solar. The energy performance of the homes is set to be guaranteed for 30 years, split into 10 year periods, assuring long term comfort and affordable warmth for Moat’s customers.
For more, see Energiesprong UK.

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preparations are moving fast for the near net zero energy retrofit of 5 homes in maldon, essex, owned by social housing provider moat. this will be the first uk pilot using the innovative energiesprong model to be supported by e=0 project funding from the european union. preferred bidder engie has just received the results of a detailed technical survey, so will now confirm the price of the work and help detail the ‘comfort plan’ to be offered to residents. planning applications went in at the start of june.
moat owns 34 semi-detached properties on mundon road, interspersed with privately owned homes bought under the uk ‘right to buy’ scheme. potential participants have been shortlisted and now 4 or 5 are ready to proceed. those that didn’t wish to participate mentioned reasons like intending to buy the property and owning a wood stove, which they wished to keep. shortlisted households have higher than average energy bills and this is a very different group of residents to the nottingham energiesprong pilot earlier this year, including more multiple occupancy homes.
“the project is exciting and the finished result looks really smart but the best bit has to be the expected savings on energy costs”.
the presentations introduced engie, shared examples from the uk nottingham city pilot and presented the designs for the maldon pilot by gardner stewart architects. ms edwards, a resident attending the event, commented “the project is exciting and the finished result looks really smart but the best bit has to be the expected savings on energy costs”.
the proposed design uses a mauer pre-fabricated, super insulated facade with a lightweight brick effect finish, triple glazed windows and high-performance doors. the architects and engie visited the mauer factory and were impressed with their versatile solution. adding brick slips would add more weight, so this textured brick effect offers an advantage assuming the residents and planners like it.
the new highly insulated roof panel will come with integrated pv solar panels. new dormers with double glazed windows will be fitted to the front as planning requires them to be kept. cement tiles will be fitted to give a consistent look. the redundant brick chimney will be capped and sealed.
a conditioned indoor climate (heating and ventilation) is proposed to be provided by a compact fully integrated factory zero energy module on each property. for the pilot, this will contain an air source heat pump, hot water tank, pv inverter and mechanical ventilation unit. the on-board monitoring kit will provide real time measurements at suitable levels of detail for keeping the energy supplier, landlord and occupant informed. the energy module will be sited on the back or side of the house so that the equipment inside it can be maintained without disturbing the residents.
recent technical surveys covered a structural assessment of the pilot properties. this process established if the walls are strong enough to bolt on external wall panels. without the required strength a trench would need to be dug and filled to provide a foundation to sit the panels on. the survey also looked at the roof to see if it is strong enough to support solar pv, plus whether there was any potential asbestos in the property to avoid. it looked at drains and cables in the ground to reveal if any could be problematic for the plans. it also looked at fine detail such as any impact the new facades might have on the opening of doors, especially in corners.
the final energy performance will be near net zero. this is largely driven by the fact that the whole roof will not be covered with solar. the energy performance of the homes is set to be guaranteed for 30 years, split into 10 year periods, assuring long term comfort and affordable warmth for moat’s customers.
for more, see energiesprong uk.


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Mrs. Sarah E. Senavitis, 71, of 332 Grandview Blvd., Bethlehem, died Monday in St. Luke's Hospital. She was the wife of Albert R. Senavitis.
She was employed by Sure Fit Products Co., Bethlehem, for 30 years before retiring in 1975 as a floorwoman.
Born in Mahanoy City, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Bertha (Taylor) Bennyhoff.
Surviving with her husband are a son, Albert M. of Easton; a daughter, Mrs. Joanne Bachman of Bethlehem; a brother Harold of Upper Darby, Delaware County, and two sisters, Mrs. Florence Geiss of Allentown and Mrs. Helen Bruce of Mahanoy City.
Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday (today) in the Snyder-Hinkle Funeral Home, 527 Center St., Bethlehem. There will be no calling hours.

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mrs. sarah e. senavitis, 71, of 332 grandview blvd., bethlehem, died monday in st. luke's hospital. she was the wife of albert r. senavitis.
she was employed by sure fit products co., bethlehem, for 30 years before retiring in 1975 as a floorwoman.
born in mahanoy city, she was a daughter of the late harry and bertha (taylor) bennyhoff.
surviving with her husband are a son, albert m. of easton; a daughter, mrs. joanne bachman of bethlehem; a brother harold of upper darby, delaware county, and two sisters, mrs. florence geiss of allentown and mrs. helen bruce of mahanoy city.
memorial services will be at 1 p.m. wednesday (today) in the snyder-hinkle funeral home, 527 center st., bethlehem. there will be no calling hours.


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While the RBA has found that broad economic activity continues to be strong, it noted a warning that the retail sales and household income growth remain sluggish.
The bank appears to be more concerned this month about the break-out property price growth. A drop in rates might stimulate this sector further, which points to rates remaining low in the foreseeable future.
However, while the cash rate will remain flat, lenders have lifted their rates across a range of loan types, particularly interest-only loans, so it is imperative that existing borrowers ensure they have the right loan for their needs. Your Aussie Mortgage Broker can help you with a free appointment at a time that suits your needs.
As this will be my last commentary on Reserve Bank interest rates announcements, I would like to thank you for your readership. James Symond, CEO of Aussie, is pleased to take over from next month.

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while the rba has found that broad economic activity continues to be strong, it noted a warning that the retail sales and household income growth remain sluggish.
the bank appears to be more concerned this month about the break-out property price growth. a drop in rates might stimulate this sector further, which points to rates remaining low in the foreseeable future.
however, while the cash rate will remain flat, lenders have lifted their rates across a range of loan types, particularly interest-only loans, so it is imperative that existing borrowers ensure they have the right loan for their needs. your aussie mortgage broker can help you with a free appointment at a time that suits your needs.
as this will be my last commentary on reserve bank interest rates announcements, i would like to thank you for your readership. james symond, ceo of aussie, is pleased to take over from next month.


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NOTON is proud to launch the first limited edition clothing collaboration with German fashion designer Kostas Murkudis.
Both teams have been working on the garment for over a year and now one hundred editions have been handmade in Italy and are ready for artists. The black cotton-satin, short sleeved shirt is cool and breathable, making it appealing to performers working in the creative industries. An elegant neckline comfortably folds over the chest. The cut was inspired by Japanese folding techniques and has been combined with half raglan sleeves, intricate stitching and discrete, screen-printed logo resulting in a stylish, minimal look.
Kostas Murkudis is a senior designer born in Germany, from Greek parents. He began his career as first assistant of Helmut Lang and subsequently founded his own label showing men’s and women’s collections in Paris from 1996 to 2001. He was then appointed as creative director of New York Industrie, Closed, Ter et Bantine, and Hache more recently. He has also consulted high- end brands such as Balenciaga and Pringle of Scotland, while collaborating with Johnston Cashmere, Mykita and Isaac Reina. In 2015 in occasion of his twentieth year of activity his works have been shown as solo exhibition at MMK Museum of Modern Art in Frankfurt. Since 2016 he has been focusing on his own clothing label, developing garments with special attention to their functionality and innovation in textiles.
Carsten Nicolai is a German artist and musician based in Berlin. For his musical outputs he uses the pseudonym Alva Noto. Born 1965 in Karl-Marx-Stadt he is part of an artist generation who works intensively in the transitional area between music, art and science. With a strong adherence to reductionism he leads his sound experiments into the field of electronic music creating his own code of signs, acoustics and visual symbols.

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noton is proud to launch the first limited edition clothing collaboration with german fashion designer kostas murkudis.
both teams have been working on the garment for over a year and now one hundred editions have been handmade in italy and are ready for artists. the black cotton-satin, short sleeved shirt is cool and breathable, making it appealing to performers working in the creative industries. an elegant neckline comfortably folds over the chest. the cut was inspired by japanese folding techniques and has been combined with half raglan sleeves, intricate stitching and discrete, screen-printed logo resulting in a stylish, minimal look.
kostas murkudis is a senior designer born in germany, from greek parents. he began his career as first assistant of helmut lang and subsequently founded his own label showing men’s and women’s collections in paris from 1996 to 2001. he was then appointed as creative director of new york industrie, closed, ter et bantine, and hache more recently. he has also consulted high- end brands such as balenciaga and pringle of scotland, while collaborating with johnston cashmere, mykita and isaac reina. in 2015 in occasion of his twentieth year of activity his works have been shown as solo exhibition at mmk museum of modern art in frankfurt. since 2016 he has been focusing on his own clothing label, developing garments with special attention to their functionality and innovation in textiles.
carsten nicolai is a german artist and musician based in berlin. for his musical outputs he uses the pseudonym alva noto. born 1965 in karl-marx-stadt he is part of an artist generation who works intensively in the transitional area between music, art and science. with a strong adherence to reductionism he leads his sound experiments into the field of electronic music creating his own code of signs, acoustics and visual symbols.


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For video production in general, it’s a huge time-saver. I have several friends along with myself who have been able to develop full course sites of 100+ quality video tutorials thanks to switching from the camera to our iPhones.
It’s free and it’s FREEING. Ok, not entirely free but you don’t have to pay anyone every time you need a promo video. There’s no middle man (aka hired videographer) between you and the promo video you want. Not having to depend on someone else or your budget means no limitations on producing video promotion whenever you need it (last-minute sale, launch, etc.).
My journey to making all promo/explainer, YouTube, tutorial, and social media videos with my iPhone instead of a professional camera was a gradual one and I’ve learned a lot from my mistakes along the way. Here are my steps (still evolving) on how to make a promo video with your iPhone that’s totally doable while still high quality.
Will your promo video consist of photos, video clips, graphics designs, or a mixture of the three?
Will it be text-only or will there be audio as well?
What size works best for your intended purpose and platform? Widescreen or square are your normal options but even vertical is becoming an option with short Instagram Story and Snapchat clips.
Once you know what direction your video needs to go in, it’s time to start setting things up for quality iPhone video. Besides lighting, the most important setup piece is your stability. Your iPhone can attach to any type of tripod or stand made for cameras as long you have a smartphone mount.
I’ve tried many and my favorite right now is the Square Jellyfish mount. It works for horizontal or vertical video and they also have a version for iPads. That link and any other product link here is an Amazon affiliate link meaning I’ll get a small commission if you order. All products are items I have used, but always do your own research.
Even if you have the latest iPhone, lighting will truly make or break your video quality. There are a million different types of lighting setups out there and your decision largely depends on your budget and what you want to video.
Window Lighting. Free and fabulous under the right conditions.
Clamp Lighting. This involves covering clamp lights with parchment paper (to soften the light). I use 3 clamps along with ALZO 27W 5500K Light Bulbs and clip them around my product setup. You can find the clamp lights at your local hardware store or here at Amazon.
Ring Lighting. I love my ring light for talking head clips (when you’re talking to the camera) and it actually doubles for product and tutorial lighting. I have a Diva Ring Light with a bendable gooseneck that allows me to shine its light on my products over a table. Not cheap but very versatile, compact, and little understanding of lighting is needed.
One of the easiest ways to help people remember your brand and products is by personally talking to them in your videos. I have found Instagram Stories and Snapchat a great way to practice and get comfortable with this format.
If you’re going to speak during your video or record voice-over, quality audio is a must. There are various options but right now I am using the Movo LV1 Lavalier smartphone mic (dongle required for iPhone 7).
Want background music? The quickest way is to search for royalty free music in the iTunes app. However, I often go to AudioJungle on my laptop to purchase unique royalty-free background music and then I transfer it to my iPhone via my iTunes account.
I’ve listed this as step #6, but it may be the first step you want to take to make sure you know what you want and need to convey your message in your promo video. I provide a free script writing template in my iPhone Product Video Course (which is also free).
Be brief. People are bombarded with video now and on average won’t make it through more than 10 seconds of your video. Present your service/product as the solution to their problem and get out of there as quick as possible!
Be concise. This is where script writing is so important because it helps you craft the perfect message without wasting any extra words that will lose your audience.
Be engaging. Start with something interesting that has your audience in mind. Don’t start with yourself, start with them.
Animated Text Slides. Apps such as iMovie, Quik, & Legend provide this for you.
Royalty-Free Stock Photos. Just go to your favorite stock photo website in Safari and you should be able to press and save the photo to your camera roll.
If you’ve followed steps 1-7, you should feel fairly prepared at this moment about what clips and photos you need to shoot.
Wipe the lens! It can work magic for a clearer image (a microfiber cloth is great but I usually end up using my shirt).
Use a stand and smartphone mount (shaky video is the worst!).
Set the autofocus and exposure by pressing down on the focal point in your iPhone screen.
Always do a trial run to make sure everything looks and sounds as you wish.
Although you can create animated text slides in full video-editing apps such as iMovie and Quik, definitely consider using apps such as Adobe Spark Post or Ripl to created isolated animated text slides that can be inserted along with the rest of your footage once you’re in the final video-editing stage.
The one piece of all of iPhone video that requires a learning curve is getting comfortable with a full video-editing app. If you’re just beginning, I recommend Adobe Spark Video (not to be confused with Adobe Spark Post) which pretty much guides you through the whole process, Once you get comfortable with video editing, mastering iMovie is essential. In my opinion, it still proves to be the most comprehensive video editor app available. Want something simply and flashy? Try out the Quik app.
A key to using your iPhone for video editing is being okay with app smashing (using multiple apps to achieve a desired result). For full flexibility and editing, you’ll rarely find it in just one app.
Sounds a little ridiculous but even your marketing video needs marketing. Make a list of all the possible channels you have to share your video and make sure to follow through on that list. Don’t let your hard work go to waste simply because your video did not ever really set sail into the online world.
If you’d like a printable guide and video course to help you through the following steps along with lots more details and tips (like a script writing template and more app suggestions), then sign up for my FREE iPhone Product Video Course.
In 25 days or less, you’ll have an iPhone promo video that you can be proud of and that will hopefully bring you more sales.
I hope you found this post helpful and not too overwhelming (remember the free course above will make it even more doable). If you’d like to remember these tips later, be sure to pin the following image to your Pinterest account.

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for video production in general, it’s a huge time-saver. i have several friends along with myself who have been able to develop full course sites of 100+ quality video tutorials thanks to switching from the camera to our iphones.
it’s free and it’s freeing. ok, not entirely free but you don’t have to pay anyone every time you need a promo video. there’s no middle man (aka hired videographer) between you and the promo video you want. not having to depend on someone else or your budget means no limitations on producing video promotion whenever you need it (last-minute sale, launch, etc.).
my journey to making all promo/explainer, youtube, tutorial, and social media videos with my iphone instead of a professional camera was a gradual one and i’ve learned a lot from my mistakes along the way. here are my steps (still evolving) on how to make a promo video with your iphone that’s totally doable while still high quality.
will your promo video consist of photos, video clips, graphics designs, or a mixture of the three?
will it be text-only or will there be audio as well?
what size works best for your intended purpose and platform? widescreen or square are your normal options but even vertical is becoming an option with short instagram story and snapchat clips.
once you know what direction your video needs to go in, it’s time to start setting things up for quality iphone video. besides lighting, the most important setup piece is your stability. your iphone can attach to any type of tripod or stand made for cameras as long you have a smartphone mount.
i’ve tried many and my favorite right now is the square jellyfish mount. it works for horizontal or vertical video and they also have a version for ipads. that link and any other product link here is an amazon affiliate link meaning i’ll get a small commission if you order. all products are items i have used, but always do your own research.
even if you have the latest iphone, lighting will truly make or break your video quality. there are a million different types of lighting setups out there and your decision largely depends on your budget and what you want to video.
window lighting. free and fabulous under the right conditions.
clamp lighting. this involves covering clamp lights with parchment paper (to soften the light). i use 3 clamps along with alzo 27w 5500k light bulbs and clip them around my product setup. you can find the clamp lights at your local hardware store or here at amazon.
ring lighting. i love my ring light for talking head clips (when you’re talking to the camera) and it actually doubles for product and tutorial lighting. i have a diva ring light with a bendable gooseneck that allows me to shine its light on my products over a table. not cheap but very versatile, compact, and little understanding of lighting is needed.
one of the easiest ways to help people remember your brand and products is by personally talking to them in your videos. i have found instagram stories and snapchat a great way to practice and get comfortable with this format.
if you’re going to speak during your video or record voice-over, quality audio is a must. there are various options but right now i am using the movo lv1 lavalier smartphone mic (dongle required for iphone 7).
want background music? the quickest way is to search for royalty free music in the itunes app. however, i often go to audiojungle on my laptop to purchase unique royalty-free background music and then i transfer it to my iphone via my itunes account.
i’ve listed this as step #6, but it may be the first step you want to take to make sure you know what you want and need to convey your message in your promo video. i provide a free script writing template in my iphone product video course (which is also free).
be brief. people are bombarded with video now and on average won’t make it through more than 10 seconds of your video. present your service/product as the solution to their problem and get out of there as quick as possible!
be concise. this is where script writing is so important because it helps you craft the perfect message without wasting any extra words that will lose your audience.
be engaging. start with something interesting that has your audience in mind. don’t start with yourself, start with them.
animated text slides. apps such as imovie, quik, & legend provide this for you.
royalty-free stock photos. just go to your favorite stock photo website in safari and you should be able to press and save the photo to your camera roll.
if you’ve followed steps 1-7, you should feel fairly prepared at this moment about what clips and photos you need to shoot.
wipe the lens! it can work magic for a clearer image (a microfiber cloth is great but i usually end up using my shirt).
use a stand and smartphone mount (shaky video is the worst!).
set the autofocus and exposure by pressing down on the focal point in your iphone screen.
always do a trial run to make sure everything looks and sounds as you wish.
although you can create animated text slides in full video-editing apps such as imovie and quik, definitely consider using apps such as adobe spark post or ripl to created isolated animated text slides that can be inserted along with the rest of your footage once you’re in the final video-editing stage.
the one piece of all of iphone video that requires a learning curve is getting comfortable with a full video-editing app. if you’re just beginning, i recommend adobe spark video (not to be confused with adobe spark post) which pretty much guides you through the whole process, once you get comfortable with video editing, mastering imovie is essential. in my opinion, it still proves to be the most comprehensive video editor app available. want something simply and flashy? try out the quik app.
a key to using your iphone for video editing is being okay with app smashing (using multiple apps to achieve a desired result). for full flexibility and editing, you’ll rarely find it in just one app.
sounds a little ridiculous but even your marketing video needs marketing. make a list of all the possible channels you have to share your video and make sure to follow through on that list. don’t let your hard work go to waste simply because your video did not ever really set sail into the online world.
if you’d like a printable guide and video course to help you through the following steps along with lots more details and tips (like a script writing template and more app suggestions), then sign up for my free iphone product video course.
in 25 days or less, you’ll have an iphone promo video that you can be proud of and that will hopefully bring you more sales.
i hope you found this post helpful and not too overwhelming (remember the free course above will make it even more doable). if you’d like to remember these tips later, be sure to pin the following image to your pinterest account.


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Something for Everyone: A Solstice, Monday Night!
At 04:48 UTC Tuesday morning (or 23:48 Monday night Eastern U.S. time), the Earth’s north polar axis will be tipped as far away from the Sun as it will be all year. This means the Sun will reach its most southern position on the sky. It also means we have the day with the least amount of daylight in it,* and the longest night.
In other words, it’s the winter solstice (or, out of respect for southern hemisphereans, the December solstice).
I described this in some detail last year at this time, so if you want more info, check that out.
But, there’s something I want to note: You’d think that if the amount of daylight is shortest on the solstice, then you’d have the latest sunrise and earliest sunset, right? But actually, it’s a bit more complicated than that.
For example, in Boulder, Colorado, the earliest sunset already happened, sometime around Dec. 8 or so, when it set at 4:36 p.m. But the latest sunrise still hasn’t happened yet: That’ll be around Jan. 4 of next year.
This is true everywhere in the Northern Hemisphere, though the exact numbers and dates depend on your latitude. But it’s caused by two things: The Earth’s axis is tilted, and the Earth’s orbit isn’t a perfect circle. These two situations interact in an unusual and not necessarily intuitive way, changing the dates of the latest sunrise and earliest sunset by a week or so around the December solstice. I wrote a post describing it a while back, and if you want even more details, go to analemma.com and poke around; that’s a fun website (if you’re an astronomy dork, as—duh—I am).
As it happens, in Boulder on the solstice, it turns out daylight lasts about 9 hours and 20 minutes Monday. Compare that with the summer (June) solstice when daylight is more than 15 hours! That might seem a little bleak, but think of it this way: Every day, from now until June 20 (the summer/June solstice) the days get a bit longer, and night a bit shorter (get the times for your own location here). That’s why ancient peoples celebrated this day; it meant the worst (as far as least daylight) was behind them.
That sounds like a fine basis for celebration to me! Even though I’m an astronomer, and I like long nights, it’s nice to see the Sun sometimes too.
Update, Dec. 21, 2015 at 17:20 UTC: Don't forget the real reason for the season!
Correction, Dec. 21, at 20:00 UTC: I originally wrote that the solstice was at 21:48 Eastern time, but that's when it is in Mountain time (my own time zone). My apologies to anyone planning any celebrations at the exact moment of the Sun's most southern declination.
*Some people say we have the shortest day, but that word is ambiguous; do they mean amount of daylight or the time it takes the Earth to spin once? That’s why I phrased it as I did above. Also? One day-night cycle has the technical name of nycthemeron, a word I love.

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something for everyone: a solstice, monday night!
at 04:48 utc tuesday morning (or 23:48 monday night eastern u.s. time), the earth’s north polar axis will be tipped as far away from the sun as it will be all year. this means the sun will reach its most southern position on the sky. it also means we have the day with the least amount of daylight in it,* and the longest night.
in other words, it’s the winter solstice (or, out of respect for southern hemisphereans, the december solstice).
i described this in some detail last year at this time, so if you want more info, check that out.
but, there’s something i want to note: you’d think that if the amount of daylight is shortest on the solstice, then you’d have the latest sunrise and earliest sunset, right? but actually, it’s a bit more complicated than that.
for example, in boulder, colorado, the earliest sunset already happened, sometime around dec. 8 or so, when it set at 4:36 p.m. but the latest sunrise still hasn’t happened yet: that’ll be around jan. 4 of next year.
this is true everywhere in the northern hemisphere, though the exact numbers and dates depend on your latitude. but it’s caused by two things: the earth’s axis is tilted, and the earth’s orbit isn’t a perfect circle. these two situations interact in an unusual and not necessarily intuitive way, changing the dates of the latest sunrise and earliest sunset by a week or so around the december solstice. i wrote a post describing it a while back, and if you want even more details, go to analemma.com and poke around; that’s a fun website (if you’re an astronomy dork, as—duh—i am).
as it happens, in boulder on the solstice, it turns out daylight lasts about 9 hours and 20 minutes monday. compare that with the summer (june) solstice when daylight is more than 15 hours! that might seem a little bleak, but think of it this way: every day, from now until june 20 (the summer/june solstice) the days get a bit longer, and night a bit shorter (get the times for your own location here). that’s why ancient peoples celebrated this day; it meant the worst (as far as least daylight) was behind them.
that sounds like a fine basis for celebration to me! even though i’m an astronomer, and i like long nights, it’s nice to see the sun sometimes too.
update, dec. 21, 2015 at 17:20 utc: don't forget the real reason for the season!
correction, dec. 21, at 20:00 utc: i originally wrote that the solstice was at 21:48 eastern time, but that's when it is in mountain time (my own time zone). my apologies to anyone planning any celebrations at the exact moment of the sun's most southern declination.
*some people say we have the shortest day, but that word is ambiguous; do they mean amount of daylight or the time it takes the earth to spin once? that’s why i phrased it as i did above. also? one day-night cycle has the technical name of nycthemeron, a word i love.


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