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Sep. 2, 2014 12:00 p.m.
I’ve been reading the letters in the paper regarding Brydon Lagoon and I am dismayed with the lack of appreciation for the lagoon.
New and redevelopments coming into the city are bringing more people and the lagoon offers a nice quiet place to walk and sit and enjoy the wildlife around them.
Iâ€™ve seen runners and walkers use the lagoon to exercise and seniors and children out feeding the ducks.
It is a beautiful setting in the city for all to enjoy as well as a tranquil place for birds and other wildlife.
We need to look at the problems with the fountains.
Are they the correct fountains?
Are they being maintained properly?
Letâ€™s invest in finding and working towards a solution so that the lagoon can be saved and enjoyed by both people and wildlife for years to come.

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sep. 2, 2014 12:00 p.m.
i’ve been reading the letters in the paper regarding brydon lagoon and i am dismayed with the lack of appreciation for the lagoon.
new and redevelopments coming into the city are bringing more people and the lagoon offers a nice quiet place to walk and sit and enjoy the wildlife around them.
iâ€™ve seen runners and walkers use the lagoon to exercise and seniors and children out feeding the ducks.
it is a beautiful setting in the city for all to enjoy as well as a tranquil place for birds and other wildlife.
we need to look at the problems with the fountains.
are they the correct fountains?
are they being maintained properly?
letâ€™s invest in finding and working towards a solution so that the lagoon can be saved and enjoyed by both people and wildlife for years to come.


text: Servings for 25-30 people. You can purchase more supplies as an option. Comes with 1 Quart of sugar (color of choice) and 25Cones.

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◼ Boston goes to the American League Championship Series for the first time since 2013 after beating New York 4-3.
The Red Sox will return to the MLB American League Championship Series for the first time since 2013 after a dramatic 4-3 victory over the Yankees in Game 4 on Tuesday.
Rick Porcello pitched five good innings for Boston to win, while Christian Vazquez hit a home run, which proved to be the difference in the game. It was the second shortest homer in the Yankees’ stadium this season with 338 feet, according to The Athletic.
Boston closer Craig Kimbrel brought the game to a dramatic end in the ninth, loading the bases and allowing the Yankees to score two runs to shorten the lead to one, but a great defensive play over Gleyber Torres ended the game and the Yankees’ season.
The Yankees lost an elimination game at home for the first time in the last two seasons. They entered Tuesday 4-0 in those games over that span. The Red Sox will face the Astros in the ALCS, their first championship series since 2013. Boston went on to win the World Series that year.
The Red Sox (108 wins) and Astros (103) combined for 211 wins this season. The 211 combined wins are tied for the 2nd-most in any postseason matchup in MLB history.

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◼ boston goes to the american league championship series for the first time since 2013 after beating new york 4-3.
the red sox will return to the mlb american league championship series for the first time since 2013 after a dramatic 4-3 victory over the yankees in game 4 on tuesday.
rick porcello pitched five good innings for boston to win, while christian vazquez hit a home run, which proved to be the difference in the game. it was the second shortest homer in the yankees’ stadium this season with 338 feet, according to the athletic.
boston closer craig kimbrel brought the game to a dramatic end in the ninth, loading the bases and allowing the yankees to score two runs to shorten the lead to one, but a great defensive play over gleyber torres ended the game and the yankees’ season.
the yankees lost an elimination game at home for the first time in the last two seasons. they entered tuesday 4-0 in those games over that span. the red sox will face the astros in the alcs, their first championship series since 2013. boston went on to win the world series that year.
the red sox (108 wins) and astros (103) combined for 211 wins this season. the 211 combined wins are tied for the 2nd-most in any postseason matchup in mlb history.


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The girls didn't sleep on the plane (they watched shows instead). We arrived in Beijing around 10pm (11pm Japan time). We quickly noticed the smoggy air and crazy drivers in Beijing. The girls slept during the car ride, and even when we were checking in at the hotel, they were sleeping on the lobby chairs.
We went up to our room and were absolutely shocked. Amazed. Our friend who works for Marriott pulled strings for us to receive an upgrade, and what an upgrade it was. We are staying in a 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath apartment with its own dining room, living room, and kitchen. We have never stayed at a place so nice before (the pics were taken today).
The girls didn't even change into their PJs. It was past 11pm at this point. They crawled into bed and slept through the night.
We got up around 7:30am to start the day. At the lobby we were met by our tour guide for the day, David. He was great. He spoke great English and was super nice. He gave us a lot of background history on the places we visited.
Our first stop was the Great Wall. We visited the Mutianyu Great Wall, which they say is less crowded and is the best section to experience the Great Wall. It was about an hour and 20 min ride there. We rode on the cable car up the mountain to the wall and again back down. It was a cloudy day (not sure if Beijing ever has a sunny day with all this smog), but the view was still breathtaking. I kept hearing Allan whisper over and over again, "This is awesome."
At the bottom of the mountain there were lots of vendors. Our tour guide told us to avoid these vendors, as they are often overpriced and will try to take advantage of tourists.
After the Great Wall, we drove about 15 min to experience some authentic Chinese food for lunch. David (our tour guide) took care of everything (we just told him we wanted authentic Chinese). When we arrived, the food was already spread out on the table, ready to be enjoyed.
David and our driver insisted on eating in the other room (they told us our table was only for VIPs). We really wished they would have eaten with us! At first, we thought there were WAY too much food. We quickly realized how DELICIOUS everything was. We pretty much cleared everything on the table.
Right next to the restaurant was a small factory that made Cloisonne, famous traditional enamel-ware. We received a quick tour of the place. Afterwards we allowed our girls to pick out their Christmas ornament for this year from the gift shop (we picked one up for Siana too).
We drove back into the city and headed to Hutong, which is "old Beijing." We took a tour of Hutong riding on rickshaws.
In Hutong, we visited inside one of the houses to see how they lived. This family that we visited was famous for their artwork of painting from the inside of a glass jar/ornament. We picked one that we liked, and she painted "Parry" on it for us.
Our last stop was at the Bell Tower (two towers in old Beijing are called Bell Tower and Drum Tower), where they performed a tea ceremony for us. The girls were getting pretty antsy by this point, but the various teas Allan and I tasted there were delicious!
Finally we came back to the hotel (which was around 4:30pm). It was an unbelievable, fun day! I couldn't believe how much of Chinese culture/attractions we were able to experience in just one day.
The girls are still doing well. LittleBit is getting a bit more whiney, but I don't blame her considering all the craziness we have put them through this past week. Peanut is really showing some maturity. While LittleBit wanted to be carried most of the time we were walking on the Great Wall, Peanut was such a trooper by holding our tour guide's hand and walking the whole time without complaining. Even in China we get asked if they are twins. I think I forget about their age difference too; I have to remember that our LittleBit is only three. Please pray for her little heart as she prepares to welcome her new sister.
Wow. What a day. More adventures ahead tomorrow.

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the girls didn't sleep on the plane (they watched shows instead). we arrived in beijing around 10pm (11pm japan time). we quickly noticed the smoggy air and crazy drivers in beijing. the girls slept during the car ride, and even when we were checking in at the hotel, they were sleeping on the lobby chairs.
we went up to our room and were absolutely shocked. amazed. our friend who works for marriott pulled strings for us to receive an upgrade, and what an upgrade it was. we are staying in a 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath apartment with its own dining room, living room, and kitchen. we have never stayed at a place so nice before (the pics were taken today).
the girls didn't even change into their pjs. it was past 11pm at this point. they crawled into bed and slept through the night.
we got up around 7:30am to start the day. at the lobby we were met by our tour guide for the day, david. he was great. he spoke great english and was super nice. he gave us a lot of background history on the places we visited.
our first stop was the great wall. we visited the mutianyu great wall, which they say is less crowded and is the best section to experience the great wall. it was about an hour and 20 min ride there. we rode on the cable car up the mountain to the wall and again back down. it was a cloudy day (not sure if beijing ever has a sunny day with all this smog), but the view was still breathtaking. i kept hearing allan whisper over and over again, "this is awesome."
at the bottom of the mountain there were lots of vendors. our tour guide told us to avoid these vendors, as they are often overpriced and will try to take advantage of tourists.
after the great wall, we drove about 15 min to experience some authentic chinese food for lunch. david (our tour guide) took care of everything (we just told him we wanted authentic chinese). when we arrived, the food was already spread out on the table, ready to be enjoyed.
david and our driver insisted on eating in the other room (they told us our table was only for vips). we really wished they would have eaten with us! at first, we thought there were way too much food. we quickly realized how delicious everything was. we pretty much cleared everything on the table.
right next to the restaurant was a small factory that made cloisonne, famous traditional enamel-ware. we received a quick tour of the place. afterwards we allowed our girls to pick out their christmas ornament for this year from the gift shop (we picked one up for siana too).
we drove back into the city and headed to hutong, which is "old beijing." we took a tour of hutong riding on rickshaws.
in hutong, we visited inside one of the houses to see how they lived. this family that we visited was famous for their artwork of painting from the inside of a glass jar/ornament. we picked one that we liked, and she painted "parry" on it for us.
our last stop was at the bell tower (two towers in old beijing are called bell tower and drum tower), where they performed a tea ceremony for us. the girls were getting pretty antsy by this point, but the various teas allan and i tasted there were delicious!
finally we came back to the hotel (which was around 4:30pm). it was an unbelievable, fun day! i couldn't believe how much of chinese culture/attractions we were able to experience in just one day.
the girls are still doing well. littlebit is getting a bit more whiney, but i don't blame her considering all the craziness we have put them through this past week. peanut is really showing some maturity. while littlebit wanted to be carried most of the time we were walking on the great wall, peanut was such a trooper by holding our tour guide's hand and walking the whole time without complaining. even in china we get asked if they are twins. i think i forget about their age difference too; i have to remember that our littlebit is only three. please pray for her little heart as she prepares to welcome her new sister.
wow. what a day. more adventures ahead tomorrow.


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No more ugly and rough skin texture because of the dead skin as this Korean Skincare product can let you say yes, to the smooth, soft and bright skin. This cleanser contains Black Willow Bark Extract, Hazel and Portulaca Oleracea Extract that helps for treating the dead skin while soothing and balancing the moisture that creates healthy, silky and brighter skin.
Step 1: After cleansing, absorb the proper amount of toner in a clean cotton and gently wipe out sideways from the center of the skin.
This Korean Skincare product is one of the most important part of skin care. This toner has a very u..

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no more ugly and rough skin texture because of the dead skin as this korean skincare product can let you say yes, to the smooth, soft and bright skin. this cleanser contains black willow bark extract, hazel and portulaca oleracea extract that helps for treating the dead skin while soothing and balancing the moisture that creates healthy, silky and brighter skin.
step 1: after cleansing, absorb the proper amount of toner in a clean cotton and gently wipe out sideways from the center of the skin.
this korean skincare product is one of the most important part of skin care. this toner has a very u..


text: WHITE LAKE GREENHOUSES FLORAL in Whitehall has great gift ideas on hand for any new mommy or baby. Help welcome the new addition to the family with a beautiful flower arrangement or gift. Flower centerpieces add to the decor of any baby shower, and every new mom needs a corsage for the event. Hoping for a unique shower gift? Customized new baby gift baskets are always a great way to let someone know you care. We will fill your new baby gift basket with gourmet snacks, bath products, fun jewelry and accessories, flowers, or stuffed animals that are sure to excite any new mommy. Top off your unique baby gift with a balloon bouquet. Shop online from our selection of baby floral arrangements designed with a baby girl or baby boy in mind, stop by our store, or give us a call to place an order for something extraordinary.

lowercased: white lake greenhouses floral in whitehall has great gift ideas on hand for any new mommy or baby. help welcome the new addition to the family with a beautiful flower arrangement or gift. flower centerpieces add to the decor of any baby shower, and every new mom needs a corsage for the event. hoping for a unique shower gift? customized new baby gift baskets are always a great way to let someone know you care. we will fill your new baby gift basket with gourmet snacks, bath products, fun jewelry and accessories, flowers, or stuffed animals that are sure to excite any new mommy. top off your unique baby gift with a balloon bouquet. shop online from our selection of baby floral arrangements designed with a baby girl or baby boy in mind, stop by our store, or give us a call to place an order for something extraordinary.


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The Icebox is a full-service branded apparel and merchandise agency. Founded in 2001 and based in the heart of Atlanta on the BeltLine, The Icebox provides custom, turn-key services to its corporate clients including product sourcing, in-house design and production, warehouse fulfillment, and global distribution. In addition to its unique, agency-style approach to clients’ marketing and branding needs, The Icebox is dedicated to giving back and helping the greater community as an active participant in many non-profit organizations and causes across Atlanta.
Our diverse list of corporate clients consists of top companies including Delta Air Lines, SunTrust, AT&T, New York Stock Exchange, Moe's Southwest Grill, Kia Motors, Metro PCS, IHG and many more.
In 2001, friends Jordy Gamson and Scott Alterman founded The Icebox with a simple idea that promotional products to corporate can be "cool". Through their background in apparel, sourcing experience, highly-customized creative design, and loyal partnerships with top Atlanta brands, they knew they could offer more, as well as do more to help brands generate awareness and build loyalty with their customers and employees.
Through the years, The Icebox has expanded its capabilities, expertise and offerings and is committed to servicing top-tier brands across a wide range of industries. In September of 2017, we opened a 60,000 square foot warehouse and production facility less than ten minutes away from the world's busiest airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta.
Now with 125 employees and growing, The Icebox is setting a new standard in branded merchandise.
When it comes to products - there is almost nothing we can't do.
DIG into the DNA of your brand.
COLLABORATE with key stakeholders - marketing, operations, purchasing, and customers.
INCORPORATE the critical aspects of your brand, work environment, style, performance and budget.
DESIGN a collection that reflects your brand promise and is an extension of your messaging.
DELIVER creative solutions to support all your marketing needs.
The Icebox went out and about all over Atlanta to talk to some of the most iconic people and brands of our city. We are proud to help represent and support Atlanta and love all that this city has to offer.
Watch the video to see some of our favorite Atlanta brands as well as most loved celebrity Atlantans, both past and present.
We promise to provide a collaborative environment where DIVERSE and CREATIVE thought empowers our agency to bring extraordinary SOLUTIONS to our friends (who are also our customers).

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the icebox is a full-service branded apparel and merchandise agency. founded in 2001 and based in the heart of atlanta on the beltline, the icebox provides custom, turn-key services to its corporate clients including product sourcing, in-house design and production, warehouse fulfillment, and global distribution. in addition to its unique, agency-style approach to clients’ marketing and branding needs, the icebox is dedicated to giving back and helping the greater community as an active participant in many non-profit organizations and causes across atlanta.
our diverse list of corporate clients consists of top companies including delta air lines, suntrust, at&t, new york stock exchange, moe's southwest grill, kia motors, metro pcs, ihg and many more.
in 2001, friends jordy gamson and scott alterman founded the icebox with a simple idea that promotional products to corporate can be "cool". through their background in apparel, sourcing experience, highly-customized creative design, and loyal partnerships with top atlanta brands, they knew they could offer more, as well as do more to help brands generate awareness and build loyalty with their customers and employees.
through the years, the icebox has expanded its capabilities, expertise and offerings and is committed to servicing top-tier brands across a wide range of industries. in september of 2017, we opened a 60,000 square foot warehouse and production facility less than ten minutes away from the world's busiest airport, hartsfield-jackson atlanta.
now with 125 employees and growing, the icebox is setting a new standard in branded merchandise.
when it comes to products - there is almost nothing we can't do.
dig into the dna of your brand.
collaborate with key stakeholders - marketing, operations, purchasing, and customers.
incorporate the critical aspects of your brand, work environment, style, performance and budget.
design a collection that reflects your brand promise and is an extension of your messaging.
deliver creative solutions to support all your marketing needs.
the icebox went out and about all over atlanta to talk to some of the most iconic people and brands of our city. we are proud to help represent and support atlanta and love all that this city has to offer.
watch the video to see some of our favorite atlanta brands as well as most loved celebrity atlantans, both past and present.
we promise to provide a collaborative environment where diverse and creative thought empowers our agency to bring extraordinary solutions to our friends (who are also our customers).


text: Cooperative education is described by the World Council and Assembly on Cooperative Education (1985) as a strategy of applied learning developed and supervised by an educational institution in partnership with an employer organisation. Relevant work experience is part of the academic program. Anticipated industry benefits include improved skills for employees, higher staff credentials, research projects that benefit the workplace and increased business competitiveness. Higher education institutions might anticipate access to shared industry knowledge and technology, increased revenues and being responsive to national economic demands. In-depth interviews were used to analyse the perceived advantages and disadvantages of five tourism and hospitality cooperative education partnerships. These partnerships were located in the School of Tourism and Hospitality Management at Southern Cross University, Lismore, Australia. Results of the research for tourism and hospitality organisations in descending order of importance include the encouragement of organisational learning, improved depth in staff resources, heightened professional credibility and better two-way communications. The university saw an advantage in building positive industry relationships and a credible reputation. In contrast industry disadvantages include a scarcity of resources and a clash of culture between education institutions and industry bodies. The university reported a similar clash of culture involving some staff resistance to change.

lowercased: cooperative education is described by the world council and assembly on cooperative education (1985) as a strategy of applied learning developed and supervised by an educational institution in partnership with an employer organisation. relevant work experience is part of the academic program. anticipated industry benefits include improved skills for employees, higher staff credentials, research projects that benefit the workplace and increased business competitiveness. higher education institutions might anticipate access to shared industry knowledge and technology, increased revenues and being responsive to national economic demands. in-depth interviews were used to analyse the perceived advantages and disadvantages of five tourism and hospitality cooperative education partnerships. these partnerships were located in the school of tourism and hospitality management at southern cross university, lismore, australia. results of the research for tourism and hospitality organisations in descending order of importance include the encouragement of organisational learning, improved depth in staff resources, heightened professional credibility and better two-way communications. the university saw an advantage in building positive industry relationships and a credible reputation. in contrast industry disadvantages include a scarcity of resources and a clash of culture between education institutions and industry bodies. the university reported a similar clash of culture involving some staff resistance to change.


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Important Added Info: Note that Warner Bros. apparently knew how wonderful this movie was prior to it being released, and so, they not only prepared spectacular posters, but they also had a great lobby card set! The two best scenes from the set are the close up of Errol Flynn and Basil Rathbone as they are dueling, and the close up of Errol Flynn and Olivia De Havilland, and we are selling each of those cards on eBay this week (in two separate auctions)! This auction is for the Flynn & De Havilland close up card.
Condition: fine. The card is in virtually perfect condition! It was discovered in the famous "Royal Theater Collection", which is known for having Warner Bros. linen lobby cards that were in the finest condition ever seen (apparently because they were stored in perfect climate conditions). This card looks as though it was just created, and the paper is not in the slightest fragile. There is not the slightest mark anywhere on the front or back of the card, and it has never had any restoration of any sort, and it has the absolute slightest of wear in the borders (there could be an equal example of this card existing, but I would say there is no chance there is a better example). I do not use the term "mint" to describe lobby cards, but if there were ever a lobby card worthy of that description, this would be the one!

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important added info: note that warner bros. apparently knew how wonderful this movie was prior to it being released, and so, they not only prepared spectacular posters, but they also had a great lobby card set! the two best scenes from the set are the close up of errol flynn and basil rathbone as they are dueling, and the close up of errol flynn and olivia de havilland, and we are selling each of those cards on ebay this week (in two separate auctions)! this auction is for the flynn & de havilland close up card.
condition: fine. the card is in virtually perfect condition! it was discovered in the famous "royal theater collection", which is known for having warner bros. linen lobby cards that were in the finest condition ever seen (apparently because they were stored in perfect climate conditions). this card looks as though it was just created, and the paper is not in the slightest fragile. there is not the slightest mark anywhere on the front or back of the card, and it has never had any restoration of any sort, and it has the absolute slightest of wear in the borders (there could be an equal example of this card existing, but i would say there is no chance there is a better example). i do not use the term "mint" to describe lobby cards, but if there were ever a lobby card worthy of that description, this would be the one!


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The City of Hamilton provides financial assistance on behalf of deceased Hamilton residents who do not have sufficient funds in their estate to fully cover the cost of a basic funeral, burial and/or cremation.
Contact can be made with the Special Supports Program immediately following a death. Special Supports will not accept an application to pre-approve arrangements for a person which is not deceased.
Contact can be made by next of kin, any relative or bona fide friend who has assumed responsibility for the funeral arrangement.
If the deceased has no family or friends, arrangements can be made by a professional associated with the person (e.g. nursing home administrator, representative of a hospital, etc.). The Police and/or the Hospital will notify the Regional Supervising Coroner if a body is unclaimed despite reasonable efforts to locate a potential claimant. The Regional Supervising Coroner will issue a written order to the Special Supports, under the Anatomy Act, to proceed with funeral arrangements.
In cases where the funeral and burial has already occurred prior to an application with Special Supports, funeral assistance will not be provided.
In situations where the funeral occurred on a weekend or holiday or where extenuating circumstances exist, consideration will be given on a case by case basis.
Eligibility for assistance is based on the deceased’s assets, life insurance, property, etc.
If the deceased was not single, the family unit’s assets will be considered.
If the deceased is a minor child, the application will be based on the parent(s)/legal guardian’s eligibility.
If the assets or life insurance policy exceed the allowable asset level for the family size, assistance will be refused.
Once eligibility has been determined and details of the type of service and burial/cremation is confirmed, the Special Supports Program will approval the funding for the funeral/burial. City of Hamilton, Special Supports must authorize services before a contract is signed by next of kin, any relative or bona fide friend with a funeral home or cemetery. Special Supports will not reimburse the cost of a funeral, burial or cremation after a contract is signed.
Funeral applications are required for all deceased persons who were not in receipt of Social Assistance at the time of death. Applications are not required for deceased persons who were in receipt of Ontario Works (OW) or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) benefits at their time of death, however, eligibility must be reviewed.
Application will be completed at the Special Supports Office with the next of kin, relative or bona fide friend with a Special Supports Case Aide. The appointment will be scheduled upon obtaining the following required information.

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the city of hamilton provides financial assistance on behalf of deceased hamilton residents who do not have sufficient funds in their estate to fully cover the cost of a basic funeral, burial and/or cremation.
contact can be made with the special supports program immediately following a death. special supports will not accept an application to pre-approve arrangements for a person which is not deceased.
contact can be made by next of kin, any relative or bona fide friend who has assumed responsibility for the funeral arrangement.
if the deceased has no family or friends, arrangements can be made by a professional associated with the person (e.g. nursing home administrator, representative of a hospital, etc.). the police and/or the hospital will notify the regional supervising coroner if a body is unclaimed despite reasonable efforts to locate a potential claimant. the regional supervising coroner will issue a written order to the special supports, under the anatomy act, to proceed with funeral arrangements.
in cases where the funeral and burial has already occurred prior to an application with special supports, funeral assistance will not be provided.
in situations where the funeral occurred on a weekend or holiday or where extenuating circumstances exist, consideration will be given on a case by case basis.
eligibility for assistance is based on the deceased’s assets, life insurance, property, etc.
if the deceased was not single, the family unit’s assets will be considered.
if the deceased is a minor child, the application will be based on the parent(s)/legal guardian’s eligibility.
if the assets or life insurance policy exceed the allowable asset level for the family size, assistance will be refused.
once eligibility has been determined and details of the type of service and burial/cremation is confirmed, the special supports program will approval the funding for the funeral/burial. city of hamilton, special supports must authorize services before a contract is signed by next of kin, any relative or bona fide friend with a funeral home or cemetery. special supports will not reimburse the cost of a funeral, burial or cremation after a contract is signed.
funeral applications are required for all deceased persons who were not in receipt of social assistance at the time of death. applications are not required for deceased persons who were in receipt of ontario works (ow) or ontario disability support program (odsp) benefits at their time of death, however, eligibility must be reviewed.
application will be completed at the special supports office with the next of kin, relative or bona fide friend with a special supports case aide. the appointment will be scheduled upon obtaining the following required information.


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Q. How do I order custom lapel pins?
A. The ordering process is simple and can start in a number of ways. First off, feel free to give us a call or send us an email with any questions about the product or your design. You can also use our Free Quote request form. In this form, you will specify the product and quantity you are interested in. Also include any and all art or design ideas. We will reply promptly with an exact price quote and a color proof which is a digital image of what your physical product will look like.
Q. What is your minimum order?
A. Our minimum order quantity is 100. In certain situations, we can manufacture and sell orders as small as 50 pins, but there is a below-minimum fee that often applies and the unit pricing is higher than that at quantity 100. Please contact us for additional details.
Q. How long does it take to get my pins?
A. Although every pin is a little different, since everything we make is 100% custom, our orders typically deliver 7-10 business days after you pay for your order. That said, if you require a quicker turnaround, we will make every effort to accommodate it.
Q. How many colors can I use in my design?
A. Each lapel pin design allows you to feature up to 7 different color fills at no additional charge. If your design is complex and requires more than 7 different colors, we will happily add them. Each additional color only costs an extra $0.10 per pin.
A. You can pay for your order online via credit card or by check. Production will begin as soon as your payment is received. Public institutions and hospitals also have the option of paying via Purchase Order. Purchase Orders are not accepted from private organizations, except on rare occasion with prior approval from a salesperson.
Q. Can I get my pins faster than the typical turnaround time?
A. Even though our standard turnaround times are some of the fastest in the industry, we understand that sometimes you need your pins even quicker than usual. As such, we work with all customers to understand their deadlines at the beginning of the quoting process. We can either work with our production team to shave a few days off the delivery date or we can guide you into an alternate product type that can more easily facilitate rush production.
Q. From what material are your pins made?
A. All of our pins are made of metal. Depending on the type of lapel pin chosen, the base metal will be either iron or brass. Zinc is also used for certain applications. After surface prep (stamping, polishing, etc.), the base pin is then decorated using soft enamel paint, hard enamel color fills, offset printing ink, and/or silkscreens.
Q. Which attachment type should I use?
A. The proper attachment selection depends entirely on the desired application for your lapel pins. Our two most popular (and free) options are the butterfly clutch, also known as the military clutch, and the rubber clutch. The butterfly clutch is the traditional lapel pin clutch and is reliable and easy to use. The rubber clutch is just as reliable and is even easier to use—just pull it straight off! A rubber clutch is the best choice when the clutch is going to come into contact with skin, since it’s a soft rubber and completely non-irritating. While these two clutches are the most popular, we have a variety of upgraded clutches, such as the jewelry clutch, tie tack, magnetic backing, deluxe clutch, cufflink attachment, keychain, and safety pin.
Q. Can I buy a pin that you have on your website?
A. Unfortunately, you cannot. One hundred percent of our production is custom ordered. All of the pins on our website are examples of custom works that we’ve manufactured for current and previous clients. All of the design rights belong to those respective clients. We will not reproduce them without said client’s express permission. The samples on the website are for illustrative and inspirational purposes only. That said, we would be happy design and produce a design that perfectly represents your vision.

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q. how do i order custom lapel pins?
a. the ordering process is simple and can start in a number of ways. first off, feel free to give us a call or send us an email with any questions about the product or your design. you can also use our free quote request form. in this form, you will specify the product and quantity you are interested in. also include any and all art or design ideas. we will reply promptly with an exact price quote and a color proof which is a digital image of what your physical product will look like.
q. what is your minimum order?
a. our minimum order quantity is 100. in certain situations, we can manufacture and sell orders as small as 50 pins, but there is a below-minimum fee that often applies and the unit pricing is higher than that at quantity 100. please contact us for additional details.
q. how long does it take to get my pins?
a. although every pin is a little different, since everything we make is 100% custom, our orders typically deliver 7-10 business days after you pay for your order. that said, if you require a quicker turnaround, we will make every effort to accommodate it.
q. how many colors can i use in my design?
a. each lapel pin design allows you to feature up to 7 different color fills at no additional charge. if your design is complex and requires more than 7 different colors, we will happily add them. each additional color only costs an extra $0.10 per pin.
a. you can pay for your order online via credit card or by check. production will begin as soon as your payment is received. public institutions and hospitals also have the option of paying via purchase order. purchase orders are not accepted from private organizations, except on rare occasion with prior approval from a salesperson.
q. can i get my pins faster than the typical turnaround time?
a. even though our standard turnaround times are some of the fastest in the industry, we understand that sometimes you need your pins even quicker than usual. as such, we work with all customers to understand their deadlines at the beginning of the quoting process. we can either work with our production team to shave a few days off the delivery date or we can guide you into an alternate product type that can more easily facilitate rush production.
q. from what material are your pins made?
a. all of our pins are made of metal. depending on the type of lapel pin chosen, the base metal will be either iron or brass. zinc is also used for certain applications. after surface prep (stamping, polishing, etc.), the base pin is then decorated using soft enamel paint, hard enamel color fills, offset printing ink, and/or silkscreens.
q. which attachment type should i use?
a. the proper attachment selection depends entirely on the desired application for your lapel pins. our two most popular (and free) options are the butterfly clutch, also known as the military clutch, and the rubber clutch. the butterfly clutch is the traditional lapel pin clutch and is reliable and easy to use. the rubber clutch is just as reliable and is even easier to use—just pull it straight off! a rubber clutch is the best choice when the clutch is going to come into contact with skin, since it’s a soft rubber and completely non-irritating. while these two clutches are the most popular, we have a variety of upgraded clutches, such as the jewelry clutch, tie tack, magnetic backing, deluxe clutch, cufflink attachment, keychain, and safety pin.
q. can i buy a pin that you have on your website?
a. unfortunately, you cannot. one hundred percent of our production is custom ordered. all of the pins on our website are examples of custom works that we’ve manufactured for current and previous clients. all of the design rights belong to those respective clients. we will not reproduce them without said client’s express permission. the samples on the website are for illustrative and inspirational purposes only. that said, we would be happy design and produce a design that perfectly represents your vision.


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* Ultrasound scans are used to confirm the presence of a viable, uterine pregnancy. We do not use ultrasound to determine gender or diagnose abnormalities. Eligibility criteria apply.
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unexpected pregnancy comes with a rush of thoughts and feelings. contact our free and confidential pregnancy center to empower yourself with the knowledge to make the best decision for you.
if you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, we can help you by providing a free pregnancy test, ultrasound confirmation, and answers to your questions about abortion, parenting, and adoption.
our trained staff is ready to provide you with confidential help at no cost, thanks to our generous community support.
* ultrasound scans are used to confirm the presence of a viable, uterine pregnancy. we do not use ultrasound to determine gender or diagnose abnormalities. eligibility criteria apply.
take a moment to watch this short video to learn more about the care and compassion you will receive when you call or visit one of our centers today!


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If you look closely the price of gas is in the $0.50 to $0.60 range. I bought Premium unleaded at that Chevron station today for $4.07 a gallon.
Stephen Shore, Beverly Boulevard and La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles, California, June 21, 1975.

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if you look closely the price of gas is in the $0.50 to $0.60 range. i bought premium unleaded at that chevron station today for $4.07 a gallon.
stephen shore, beverly boulevard and la brea avenue, los angeles, california, june 21, 1975.


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Mohammad Hadaf, who was struck by an Israeli missile aged six, is among more than 500 children killed in the conflict.
Nine-year-old Mohammad Hadaf sustained severe injuries in an Israeli air strike during the 2014 Gaza War when he was six, leaving him paralysed, blinded, and unable to speak.
He finally succumbed to his wounds on December 6, last year.
"I hope nobody will ever have to experience what I did," said Saleh, Mohammad's father.
"I had to feed my son through a tube. When you see your son in this kind of pain, you also feel the pain with him," he told Al Jazeera.
Mohammad is among more than 500 child victims of the 51-day Israeli offensive, in which more than 2,000 Palestinians were killed.
When Israel began bombarding Gaza, Saleh said he was afraid for his children because "our house was not well-built and could not survive the bombs".
With his wife Nisrin and five children, the family moved to a relative's home in Khan Younis.
Their home in al-Qarara was bombed by Israel a few days later.
During a ceasefire, they returned to collect whatever belongings they could find. Saleh wanted to go alone, but his children and wife begged to join him.
An hour after they arrived, Saleh saw smoke. Israeli forces had fired a missile in front of his home.
"I saw all of them fall down to the ground," he said.
Three of Saleh's young neighbours - aged eight, 15 and 19 - were on the street at the time. They were killed instantly.
Saleh, Nisrin and four of their children were injured.
Three-year-old Ayesh was paralysed on one side of his body. He has since healed.
Five-year-old Remas sustained an injury to the skull.
Mohammad was hit in the abdomen and spine, and had to be resuscitated during surgery because of a lack of oxygen to the brain.
Accompanied by his aunt, the child travelled to Turkey for further treatment.
Mohammad spent years rotating between hospitals and undergoing surgeries, but continued to deteriorate.
He became blind and lost the ability to speak or move.
The financial burden wreaked havoc.
"If I were to try and explain to you all the money I spent on Mohammad's treatment - his wheelchair, medicine, special food - I wouldn't be able to finish," said Saleh.
None of Gaza's political factions helped the family because they are not associated with a specific party, he claimed.
"We spent everything we had on Mohammad's treatment. We have nothing left," said Saleh, who was with his son when he died.
"Even though I knew how badly he was doing, and that he wouldn't last much longer, it was hard to accept his death. I loved him so much," Saleh told the B'Tselem rights group.
Amit Gilutz, B'Tselem spokesperson, told Al Jazeera that "one of the most horrifying hallmarks" of Israel's assault on Gaza was its targeting of residential homes.
This policy resulted in more than 1,000 Palestinians, including hundreds of children, being killed.
They took "no part in the fighting", said Gilutz.
The trauma continues to haunt the Hadaf family.
"We don't even own a television in the house, because we cannot deal with seeing bad things anymore," said Saleh.
Jess Ghannam, a clinical professor of psychiatry at the University of California - San Francisco, told Al Jazeera that he has documented "many cases of severe PTSD" in Gaza following Israeli bombardment in 2012, from 2008 to 2009 and most recently in 2014.
"Many Palestinians living in Gaza exposed to war develop symptoms of PTSD that include flashbacks, anxiety, and hypervigilance," he said. "They live with daily distress and the expectation that something bad will happen, and this results in fatigue and general ill health."
Saleh is among those who live in constant fear, saying: "We feel like another war will break out at any moment."
Ghannam said this sentiment is common among traumatised Palestinians.
"Because of the occupation and siege, there are continuous reminders of war so that the healing process can never fully be realised," he said.
"Palestinians in Gaza live in constant fear of another attack and do not have any chance to process events and heal. It is a constant state of psychological distress and siege."
Children struggle the most, said Saleh.
"They become so scared when they hear the Israeli planes above us at night. Sometimes they wake up at night crying," he said.
"They are always afraid. My children are completely different than how they were before the war. Sometimes they have problems focusing. You have to ask them questions more than once in order to get an answer.
"All of these memories of the war and Mohammad's suffering will stay with them for the rest of their lives. They will never be the same."

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mohammad hadaf, who was struck by an israeli missile aged six, is among more than 500 children killed in the conflict.
nine-year-old mohammad hadaf sustained severe injuries in an israeli air strike during the 2014 gaza war when he was six, leaving him paralysed, blinded, and unable to speak.
he finally succumbed to his wounds on december 6, last year.
"i hope nobody will ever have to experience what i did," said saleh, mohammad's father.
"i had to feed my son through a tube. when you see your son in this kind of pain, you also feel the pain with him," he told al jazeera.
mohammad is among more than 500 child victims of the 51-day israeli offensive, in which more than 2,000 palestinians were killed.
when israel began bombarding gaza, saleh said he was afraid for his children because "our house was not well-built and could not survive the bombs".
with his wife nisrin and five children, the family moved to a relative's home in khan younis.
their home in al-qarara was bombed by israel a few days later.
during a ceasefire, they returned to collect whatever belongings they could find. saleh wanted to go alone, but his children and wife begged to join him.
an hour after they arrived, saleh saw smoke. israeli forces had fired a missile in front of his home.
"i saw all of them fall down to the ground," he said.
three of saleh's young neighbours - aged eight, 15 and 19 - were on the street at the time. they were killed instantly.
saleh, nisrin and four of their children were injured.
three-year-old ayesh was paralysed on one side of his body. he has since healed.
five-year-old remas sustained an injury to the skull.
mohammad was hit in the abdomen and spine, and had to be resuscitated during surgery because of a lack of oxygen to the brain.
accompanied by his aunt, the child travelled to turkey for further treatment.
mohammad spent years rotating between hospitals and undergoing surgeries, but continued to deteriorate.
he became blind and lost the ability to speak or move.
the financial burden wreaked havoc.
"if i were to try and explain to you all the money i spent on mohammad's treatment - his wheelchair, medicine, special food - i wouldn't be able to finish," said saleh.
none of gaza's political factions helped the family because they are not associated with a specific party, he claimed.
"we spent everything we had on mohammad's treatment. we have nothing left," said saleh, who was with his son when he died.
"even though i knew how badly he was doing, and that he wouldn't last much longer, it was hard to accept his death. i loved him so much," saleh told the b'tselem rights group.
amit gilutz, b'tselem spokesperson, told al jazeera that "one of the most horrifying hallmarks" of israel's assault on gaza was its targeting of residential homes.
this policy resulted in more than 1,000 palestinians, including hundreds of children, being killed.
they took "no part in the fighting", said gilutz.
the trauma continues to haunt the hadaf family.
"we don't even own a television in the house, because we cannot deal with seeing bad things anymore," said saleh.
jess ghannam, a clinical professor of psychiatry at the university of california - san francisco, told al jazeera that he has documented "many cases of severe ptsd" in gaza following israeli bombardment in 2012, from 2008 to 2009 and most recently in 2014.
"many palestinians living in gaza exposed to war develop symptoms of ptsd that include flashbacks, anxiety, and hypervigilance," he said. "they live with daily distress and the expectation that something bad will happen, and this results in fatigue and general ill health."
saleh is among those who live in constant fear, saying: "we feel like another war will break out at any moment."
ghannam said this sentiment is common among traumatised palestinians.
"because of the occupation and siege, there are continuous reminders of war so that the healing process can never fully be realised," he said.
"palestinians in gaza live in constant fear of another attack and do not have any chance to process events and heal. it is a constant state of psychological distress and siege."
children struggle the most, said saleh.
"they become so scared when they hear the israeli planes above us at night. sometimes they wake up at night crying," he said.
"they are always afraid. my children are completely different than how they were before the war. sometimes they have problems focusing. you have to ask them questions more than once in order to get an answer.
"all of these memories of the war and mohammad's suffering will stay with them for the rest of their lives. they will never be the same."


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Sad moments, those when we feel bad, can be clearly represented by a picture or an image that is able to transmit everybody the message of desolation, indifference or suffering we want to give. Here there are some sad images that I'm sure you can use to share how you feel this moment.
Choose the best one for you, either to share or to make your own message with it and this way let that special person or people know how you feel.
A sad image with white horses, two lying on the floor and other one seeing them.
A sad image with a young woman standing in the rain.
This is an abstract image with a sad girl wearing red shoes next to a bicycle lying on the floor.
This is a particular image with a lonely person on the top of a pyramid.
In this image we can see a young woman with the moon in the back.
A sad image with a gray cat on a black background.
Other interesting idea is a little girl crying.
There are few things worse than a baby crying.
A sad image with a young woman on the floor.
An image with a particular man of cardboard amid the snow.

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sad moments, those when we feel bad, can be clearly represented by a picture or an image that is able to transmit everybody the message of desolation, indifference or suffering we want to give. here there are some sad images that i'm sure you can use to share how you feel this moment.
choose the best one for you, either to share or to make your own message with it and this way let that special person or people know how you feel.
a sad image with white horses, two lying on the floor and other one seeing them.
a sad image with a young woman standing in the rain.
this is an abstract image with a sad girl wearing red shoes next to a bicycle lying on the floor.
this is a particular image with a lonely person on the top of a pyramid.
in this image we can see a young woman with the moon in the back.
a sad image with a gray cat on a black background.
other interesting idea is a little girl crying.
there are few things worse than a baby crying.
a sad image with a young woman on the floor.
an image with a particular man of cardboard amid the snow.


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Located in Travis County, northeast of Austin and southeast of Round Rock, Cambridge Estates is a large, master-planned, suburban neighborhood in Pflugerville, off Oxford Drive, between Pecan Street to the north, Dessau Road to the west, Immanuel Road to the east, and Wells Branch Parkway to the south. Cambridge Estates is in the Central time zone and uses the 78660 zip code. Situated nine miles from Round Rock, 16 miles from the University of Texas at Austin, 17miles from downtown Austin, and 23 miles from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, it’s only four miles from St. David's Urgent Care and six miles from Five Star ER. Homes for sale in Cambridge Estates are priced in the $200Ks and up.
Close to major employers like National Instruments, AMD, IBM, Hewlett-Packard, General Motors, Abbott Labs, State Farm, Motorola, Dell, Samsung, 3M, Seton Medical Center Williamson, Yodle, Wayne Fueling Systems, and the American Cancer Society, Cambridge Estates real estate consists of single-family, custom, one-story and two-story houses with traditional-style architectural design. Cambridge Estates listings usually have stone and brick exteriors, open floor plans, and luxury options like striking entrances, French doors, fireplaces, clerestory windows, vaulted ceilings, and elaborate crown molding.
If you'd like more information about Cambridge Estates homes for sale, please continue reading below.
Developed in the 1990s and 2000s, Cambridge Estates real estate offers spacious, stately homes set along long driveways, among tall trees and attractive landscaping. Cambridge Estates listings usually have four to five bedrooms, three to four bathrooms, master suites with walk-in closets, game rooms, spacious kitchens with breakfast bars, high ceilings, three-car garages, and private back yards.
Just a mile south of downtown Pflugerville, Cambridge Estates listings range in size from 1,600 square feet to 4,000 square feet, at an average $100 per square foot, and an average price of $236K. Cambridge Estates real estate is sought after due to its grand homes in a scenic, master-planned, suburban neighborhood, within commuting distance to Round Rock, Georgetown, and downtown Austin.
Cambridge Estates residents like to shop at the Stone Hill Town Center, Tech Ridge Center, La Frontera Shopping Center, H-E-B Plus, IKEA, Round Rock Premium Outlets, and the Domain in North Austin. Residents dine at local restaurants such as Zed's, Hakata, Taste of Ethiopia, Nurnberg Brauhaus, Morelia Mexican Grill, and Rio Grande TexMex or catch a flick at Flix Brewhouse or the Cinemark Movie Theatre. Pflugerville holds year-round family-friendly festivals that pun the city’s name such as the Pflugerville Pfirecracker Festival, Pfall Chili Pfest, Deutschen Pfest, Pfarmer’s Market, and other Pfests. A short drive away, downtown Round Rock, Georgetown, and Austin offer many other retail stores, casual and fine dining, nightly live music, cultural events, and frequent festivals.
Residents can take advantage of the lovely Cambridge Estates Park with its expanse of green space. Bordering the Cambridge Estates neighborhood to the north, 10-acre Bohls Park has soccer fields, sand volleyball court, playground, picnic areas, and walking, jogging, and cycling trail. Another walking, jogging, and cycling trail borders the neighborhood to the west. The Pflugerville Recreation Center is just a 10-minute walk from most Cambridge Estates homes for sale.
Lake Pflugerville offers hiking and cycling trails, fishing pier, swimming, windsurfing, kayaking, canoeing, paddle-boarding, and picnic areas. The 645-acre Old Settler's Park provides tennis courts, sports fields, disc golf, and walking and hiking trails. Pfluger Park offers a swimming pool, sports courts, hiking and biking trail, shaded playground, and picnic areas along with "music-in-the-park" events. The 50-acre Stoney Creek Park offers walking and jogging trails, swimming pool, volleyball court, sports fields, disc golf course, playscapes, and picnic areas.
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Children who live in the Cambridge Estates neighborhood attend public schools of the acclaimed Pflugerville Independent School District including Pflugerville Elementary School, across the street from the Cambridge Estates neighborhood, Cele Middle School, and Hendrickson High School. Nearby private schools include Stepping Stone School Pflugerville, Century Christian Academy, Goddard School, Our Savior Lutheran School, and Concordia High School. Cambridge Estates residents can also take advantage of higher-learning institutions such as the University of Texas at Austin, Austin Community College, Northridge, and Austin CommunityCollege, Round Rock.
Cambridge Estates listings offer prospective homeowners the opportunity to own a grand home, in a scenic, master-planned, suburban neighborhood, within commuting distance to Round Rock, Georgetown, and downtown Austin.

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located in travis county, northeast of austin and southeast of round rock, cambridge estates is a large, master-planned, suburban neighborhood in pflugerville, off oxford drive, between pecan street to the north, dessau road to the west, immanuel road to the east, and wells branch parkway to the south. cambridge estates is in the central time zone and uses the 78660 zip code. situated nine miles from round rock, 16 miles from the university of texas at austin, 17miles from downtown austin, and 23 miles from austin-bergstrom international airport, it’s only four miles from st. david's urgent care and six miles from five star er. homes for sale in cambridge estates are priced in the $200ks and up.
close to major employers like national instruments, amd, ibm, hewlett-packard, general motors, abbott labs, state farm, motorola, dell, samsung, 3m, seton medical center williamson, yodle, wayne fueling systems, and the american cancer society, cambridge estates real estate consists of single-family, custom, one-story and two-story houses with traditional-style architectural design. cambridge estates listings usually have stone and brick exteriors, open floor plans, and luxury options like striking entrances, french doors, fireplaces, clerestory windows, vaulted ceilings, and elaborate crown molding.
if you'd like more information about cambridge estates homes for sale, please continue reading below.
developed in the 1990s and 2000s, cambridge estates real estate offers spacious, stately homes set along long driveways, among tall trees and attractive landscaping. cambridge estates listings usually have four to five bedrooms, three to four bathrooms, master suites with walk-in closets, game rooms, spacious kitchens with breakfast bars, high ceilings, three-car garages, and private back yards.
just a mile south of downtown pflugerville, cambridge estates listings range in size from 1,600 square feet to 4,000 square feet, at an average $100 per square foot, and an average price of $236k. cambridge estates real estate is sought after due to its grand homes in a scenic, master-planned, suburban neighborhood, within commuting distance to round rock, georgetown, and downtown austin.
cambridge estates residents like to shop at the stone hill town center, tech ridge center, la frontera shopping center, h-e-b plus, ikea, round rock premium outlets, and the domain in north austin. residents dine at local restaurants such as zed's, hakata, taste of ethiopia, nurnberg brauhaus, morelia mexican grill, and rio grande texmex or catch a flick at flix brewhouse or the cinemark movie theatre. pflugerville holds year-round family-friendly festivals that pun the city’s name such as the pflugerville pfirecracker festival, pfall chili pfest, deutschen pfest, pfarmer’s market, and other pfests. a short drive away, downtown round rock, georgetown, and austin offer many other retail stores, casual and fine dining, nightly live music, cultural events, and frequent festivals.
residents can take advantage of the lovely cambridge estates park with its expanse of green space. bordering the cambridge estates neighborhood to the north, 10-acre bohls park has soccer fields, sand volleyball court, playground, picnic areas, and walking, jogging, and cycling trail. another walking, jogging, and cycling trail borders the neighborhood to the west. the pflugerville recreation center is just a 10-minute walk from most cambridge estates homes for sale.
lake pflugerville offers hiking and cycling trails, fishing pier, swimming, windsurfing, kayaking, canoeing, paddle-boarding, and picnic areas. the 645-acre old settler's park provides tennis courts, sports fields, disc golf, and walking and hiking trails. pfluger park offers a swimming pool, sports courts, hiking and biking trail, shaded playground, and picnic areas along with "music-in-the-park" events. the 50-acre stoney creek park offers walking and jogging trails, swimming pool, volleyball court, sports fields, disc golf course, playscapes, and picnic areas.
the 349-acre northeast metropolitan park has tennis and basketball courts, skate park, baseball and cricket fields, playground, and walking, jogging, and cycling trails. gilleland creek park provides a junior olympic-sized swimming pool, playscape, and picnic areas while the 17-acre heritage park offers a museum, water spray park, basketball and volleyball courts, bocce ball court, playscape, and picnic areas. residents can attend baseball games at the dell diamond in round rock. cambridge estates residents can take in a round of golf at the blackhawk golf club, four miles away, forest creek golf club in round rock, eight miles away, or the luxury, 18-hole golf club at star ranch in hutto, seven miles away.
children who live in the cambridge estates neighborhood attend public schools of the acclaimed pflugerville independent school district including pflugerville elementary school, across the street from the cambridge estates neighborhood, cele middle school, and hendrickson high school. nearby private schools include stepping stone school pflugerville, century christian academy, goddard school, our savior lutheran school, and concordia high school. cambridge estates residents can also take advantage of higher-learning institutions such as the university of texas at austin, austin community college, northridge, and austin communitycollege, round rock.
cambridge estates listings offer prospective homeowners the opportunity to own a grand home, in a scenic, master-planned, suburban neighborhood, within commuting distance to round rock, georgetown, and downtown austin.


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If you're looking for a tuxedo in Buellton, California, you have plenty of options. Rent a tuxedo or buy one but just make sure the colors match the occasion. For example, if you want to purchase a tuxedo for your wedding, coordinate accents with the bridal party. A vest, cummerbund, and tie are the items that you can coordinate with the bridesmaid dresses. Not going with a tux? Every man can use...Read moreIf you're looking for a tuxedo in Buellton, California, you have plenty of options. Rent a tuxedo or buy one but just make sure the colors match the occasion. For example, if you want to purchase a tuxedo for your wedding, coordinate accents with the bridal party. A vest, cummerbund, and tie are the items that you can coordinate with the bridesmaid dresses. Not going with a tux? Every man can use a nice suit. Menswear stores can get you fitted in a formal suit or dinner jacket in no time.
Shopping for your wedding gown? Check Buellton bridal boutiques to find the wedding dress of your dreams. Bring the girls and try on strapless dresses, designer gowns and a few other styles to find the right fit for your body. Most of the bridal shops also carry jewelry, veils, and shoes. While you're there, check out bridesmaids dresses.
You can also browse department stores to find tuxedos, suits and formal wear in Buellton. Department stores as well as some specialty shops let you shop for both menswear and dresses. This way you can outfit your whole party at one place! Once you arrive at the store, the sales clerks can take measurements for the tuxedo or gown.

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if you're looking for a tuxedo in buellton, california, you have plenty of options. rent a tuxedo or buy one but just make sure the colors match the occasion. for example, if you want to purchase a tuxedo for your wedding, coordinate accents with the bridal party. a vest, cummerbund, and tie are the items that you can coordinate with the bridesmaid dresses. not going with a tux? every man can use...read moreif you're looking for a tuxedo in buellton, california, you have plenty of options. rent a tuxedo or buy one but just make sure the colors match the occasion. for example, if you want to purchase a tuxedo for your wedding, coordinate accents with the bridal party. a vest, cummerbund, and tie are the items that you can coordinate with the bridesmaid dresses. not going with a tux? every man can use a nice suit. menswear stores can get you fitted in a formal suit or dinner jacket in no time.
shopping for your wedding gown? check buellton bridal boutiques to find the wedding dress of your dreams. bring the girls and try on strapless dresses, designer gowns and a few other styles to find the right fit for your body. most of the bridal shops also carry jewelry, veils, and shoes. while you're there, check out bridesmaids dresses.
you can also browse department stores to find tuxedos, suits and formal wear in buellton. department stores as well as some specialty shops let you shop for both menswear and dresses. this way you can outfit your whole party at one place! once you arrive at the store, the sales clerks can take measurements for the tuxedo or gown.


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You want a great automobile to get around Wellfleet whether you're traveling for a business or pleasure. See the top sites around town and pull up in front of the best restaurants in Wellfleet. We've collected your most popular questions about car rentals in Wellfleet. Read on to discover the dos and don'ts of renting a car.
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Insurance is required, no matter where you rent a vehicle. Nevertheless, you might already be insured by your credit card or car policies. Keep in mind, those policies may not provide total coverage, and you'll have to add it to your booking for Wellfleet. Check in advance and, if it is needed, you can just add it at checkout.
At CarRentals.com, we suggest a full to full policy. You pick up your rental with a full tank, and you will want to return it topped off. For a cheaper rate, fill up your tank before returning the rental car. Stations near or around airports or car rental places tend to have higher prices.
Unlimited mileage is a good option for travelers who don't want to worry about watching the odometer their whole trip. Just make sure that your policy really provides unlimited miles. Check the details on mileage limits before you book.
Use CarRentals.com to get the best wheels Wellfleet has to offer. Before you know it, you'll be driving between the highly-rated restaurants, renowned landmarks, and all the amazing sites in Wellfleet.

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you want a great automobile to get around wellfleet whether you're traveling for a business or pleasure. see the top sites around town and pull up in front of the best restaurants in wellfleet. we've collected your most popular questions about car rentals in wellfleet. read on to discover the dos and don'ts of renting a car.
where can i find a bargain rental car in wellfleet?
just following even a few of these tips can help you save on your wellfleet rental car.
what rental companies have retailers in wellfleet?
from budget-friendly brands like thrifty and budget to global names like advantage and hertz, carrentals.com has some of the best brands in the business. look through the reviews to help you figure out which one meets your needs.
what types and makes of rental cars are on offer in wellfleet?
how old do you have to be to rent a car in wellfleet?
usually, the age limit for car rentals in wellfleet is 21. however, you may find that there is an added charge if you are under the age of 25 or for higher category vehicles. read through the supplier's terms to figure out what the exact charge is before you rent your car.
will i need insurance to get a car rental in wellfleet?
insurance is required, no matter where you rent a vehicle. nevertheless, you might already be insured by your credit card or car policies. keep in mind, those policies may not provide total coverage, and you'll have to add it to your booking for wellfleet. check in advance and, if it is needed, you can just add it at checkout.
at carrentals.com, we suggest a full to full policy. you pick up your rental with a full tank, and you will want to return it topped off. for a cheaper rate, fill up your tank before returning the rental car. stations near or around airports or car rental places tend to have higher prices.
unlimited mileage is a good option for travelers who don't want to worry about watching the odometer their whole trip. just make sure that your policy really provides unlimited miles. check the details on mileage limits before you book.
use carrentals.com to get the best wheels wellfleet has to offer. before you know it, you'll be driving between the highly-rated restaurants, renowned landmarks, and all the amazing sites in wellfleet.


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\"Dog Boxer\" Pocket entertains people at the dog park.
Dog cartoons, dog jokes, funny dog stories and humerous anecdotes. Visit often, and send us your canine humor. There will be more added all the time.
Funny haiku poems in tribute to the domesticated dog.
Astrologer, provides free astrological charts and future forecasts for pets and of course people too. Do you want to find that perfect pet? Will he be healthy, a digger, a barker, a whinner or a pet that just sits by you and purrs? Find the best pet for you and your family. Come for the laughs, because we have great dog and cat humor too.
Funny dog pictures, funny dogs, and animal jokes. Send funny dogs and funny cats as post cards and ecards.
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\"dog boxer\" pocket entertains people at the dog park.
dog cartoons, dog jokes, funny dog stories and humerous anecdotes. visit often, and send us your canine humor. there will be more added all the time.
funny haiku poems in tribute to the domesticated dog.
astrologer, provides free astrological charts and future forecasts for pets and of course people too. do you want to find that perfect pet? will he be healthy, a digger, a barker, a whinner or a pet that just sits by you and purrs? find the best pet for you and your family. come for the laughs, because we have great dog and cat humor too.
funny dog pictures, funny dogs, and animal jokes. send funny dogs and funny cats as post cards and ecards.
vom waldenhaus imported german shepherd breeders with quality german shepherds for sale, german shepherd puppies pictures, german shepherd pictures, links to german shepherd kennels and german shepherd dogs.


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In Part 2 of their article on the ISE sustainability index in Brazil Paulo D. Branco, Vice Coordinator of Center for Sustainability Studies at FGV EAESP (FGVces) and Aron Belinky, Coordinator of the FGVces Sustainable and Consumption Program and Executive Coordinator of ISE, take a look at the challenges and improvements to make for a brighter, more sustainability-conscious future.
In many aspects, setting up ISE – the Corporate Sustainability Index of the Brazilian stock exchange – and keeping it running for almost 15 years has been a challenge. Although there were interesting technical obstacles to overcome regarding the scoring methodology, creating the algorithm for the selecting process and the IT system to support the whole thing, the most challenging aspects for us were the negotiation of the questionnaire structure and content, and the commitment of companies and other stakeholders – all of these being processes that actually happened in close relation with each other. The main obstacles were the skepticism of many actors, and for different reasons. For some, especially NGOs and labor organizations, the risk of greenwashing was far too big, and trust in the selection process wasn’t something that could be taken for granted. For others, such as less engaged or excessively pragmatic market and corporate players, the whole thing seemed to be a time-consuming and focus-dispersing adventure, that could even trigger unnecessary friction with stakeholders that would otherwise remain traditionally immobile. To solve such deadlock, the credibility that FGV and the team was able to gather and harness was essential. In addition, while credibility was indeed very important, the really crucial aspect for success was the transparency and adherence to a clear, open and well-intended process. It was only by this that it was possible to create the essential trust and dialogue required to build a common agenda and the collective deep-rooted process that supports ISE.
Regarding the impact of ISE, there is unfortunately no formal assessment to show but there is much evidence that it has relevant impact both to companies, at individual level, and to broader society and the market. This includes for instance, the fluctuations in companies’ share values that coincides with their presence or absence in the ISE portfolio, or the actions and words of high level executives and their staff regarding such situations as well as specific aspects of company performance. It is also telling evidence that ISE is frequently mentioned – by companies, practitioners, academia, media and governmental bodies – as a reference for the business sustainability agenda.
To date, more than 170 companies have participated in the selection process of the ISE, and only about 70 of those have been in its portfolio for at least a year. Moreover, besides the possibility to be part of the ISE’s portfolio, participating in the selection process is in itself an extraordinary opportunity for self-assessment, diagnosis and planning for the overwhelming majority of these companies. Based on the structure of the ISE questionnaire that attempts to evaluate the existence of policies, processes, practices and metrics, participating companies can identify strengths and weakness that help them design and implement a sustainability strategy and an action plan.
Although “ethical investment” may be a term used by many, we believe it is not the best term to describe what ISE and other similar indexes are about. “Ethical” conveys the idea of a moral judgement of certain sectors and types of business, and while this can be the case of investors such as the pension funds of religious institutions – indeed, there is nothing wrong with that – the term cannot apply to many others and, as we see, might constitute a lower potential for mainstreaming and scaling up.
This being said, it would be good news if people were able to bring an ethical dimension into their decision-making processes and daily lives. However, there are stronger and less controversial arguments to voice if we look to the terms “sustainable investment” or “responsible”, or “green”, or even “social investment”. The argument here is essentially based on the idea that we are in the throes of a rapid transition to an entirely different business environment triggered by a combination of technological, environmental, cultural and demographic transformations. Companies that have succeeded in the not-so-distant past may not survive in the coming – and in some ways already present – environment. For us, this is the emerging profile of sustainable investment: not just looking at companies that do good, but rather trying to sort out those who are catching up with the transition – and thus contributing to a fairer and more sustainable world – and those who are lagging behind, unable or unwilling to update their businesses; or, additionally, those who are too attached to their past and current assets and advantages, regardless of how incompatible with the new environment they might be.
Divestment from carbon-intensive portfolios, getting rid of stranded assets and searching for innovative positive-impacting emerging businesses are clear signs of how investors are reacting to this situation. That’s why, far from a passing fashion, we trust we are talking about a near and brighter future.

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in part 2 of their article on the ise sustainability index in brazil paulo d. branco, vice coordinator of center for sustainability studies at fgv eaesp (fgvces) and aron belinky, coordinator of the fgvces sustainable and consumption program and executive coordinator of ise, take a look at the challenges and improvements to make for a brighter, more sustainability-conscious future.
in many aspects, setting up ise – the corporate sustainability index of the brazilian stock exchange – and keeping it running for almost 15 years has been a challenge. although there were interesting technical obstacles to overcome regarding the scoring methodology, creating the algorithm for the selecting process and the it system to support the whole thing, the most challenging aspects for us were the negotiation of the questionnaire structure and content, and the commitment of companies and other stakeholders – all of these being processes that actually happened in close relation with each other. the main obstacles were the skepticism of many actors, and for different reasons. for some, especially ngos and labor organizations, the risk of greenwashing was far too big, and trust in the selection process wasn’t something that could be taken for granted. for others, such as less engaged or excessively pragmatic market and corporate players, the whole thing seemed to be a time-consuming and focus-dispersing adventure, that could even trigger unnecessary friction with stakeholders that would otherwise remain traditionally immobile. to solve such deadlock, the credibility that fgv and the team was able to gather and harness was essential. in addition, while credibility was indeed very important, the really crucial aspect for success was the transparency and adherence to a clear, open and well-intended process. it was only by this that it was possible to create the essential trust and dialogue required to build a common agenda and the collective deep-rooted process that supports ise.
regarding the impact of ise, there is unfortunately no formal assessment to show but there is much evidence that it has relevant impact both to companies, at individual level, and to broader society and the market. this includes for instance, the fluctuations in companies’ share values that coincides with their presence or absence in the ise portfolio, or the actions and words of high level executives and their staff regarding such situations as well as specific aspects of company performance. it is also telling evidence that ise is frequently mentioned – by companies, practitioners, academia, media and governmental bodies – as a reference for the business sustainability agenda.
to date, more than 170 companies have participated in the selection process of the ise, and only about 70 of those have been in its portfolio for at least a year. moreover, besides the possibility to be part of the ise’s portfolio, participating in the selection process is in itself an extraordinary opportunity for self-assessment, diagnosis and planning for the overwhelming majority of these companies. based on the structure of the ise questionnaire that attempts to evaluate the existence of policies, processes, practices and metrics, participating companies can identify strengths and weakness that help them design and implement a sustainability strategy and an action plan.
although “ethical investment” may be a term used by many, we believe it is not the best term to describe what ise and other similar indexes are about. “ethical” conveys the idea of a moral judgement of certain sectors and types of business, and while this can be the case of investors such as the pension funds of religious institutions – indeed, there is nothing wrong with that – the term cannot apply to many others and, as we see, might constitute a lower potential for mainstreaming and scaling up.
this being said, it would be good news if people were able to bring an ethical dimension into their decision-making processes and daily lives. however, there are stronger and less controversial arguments to voice if we look to the terms “sustainable investment” or “responsible”, or “green”, or even “social investment”. the argument here is essentially based on the idea that we are in the throes of a rapid transition to an entirely different business environment triggered by a combination of technological, environmental, cultural and demographic transformations. companies that have succeeded in the not-so-distant past may not survive in the coming – and in some ways already present – environment. for us, this is the emerging profile of sustainable investment: not just looking at companies that do good, but rather trying to sort out those who are catching up with the transition – and thus contributing to a fairer and more sustainable world – and those who are lagging behind, unable or unwilling to update their businesses; or, additionally, those who are too attached to their past and current assets and advantages, regardless of how incompatible with the new environment they might be.
divestment from carbon-intensive portfolios, getting rid of stranded assets and searching for innovative positive-impacting emerging businesses are clear signs of how investors are reacting to this situation. that’s why, far from a passing fashion, we trust we are talking about a near and brighter future.


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The Lambda Literary Awards have been celebrating the best in LGBT writing for 26 years. The Lammys, as they are also known, cover a range of books as diverse as the community that produces them. Writers of fiction, poetry, mysteries, erotica, drama and even horror get their chance in the spotlight and a shot at an engraved glass trophy. Xtra talked with the Lambda Literary Foundation’s executive director, Tony Valenzuela, for his take on the importance of the awards and tips for attending the swank event.
When the Lambda Awards were launched, it was hard for books with LGBT themes to get attention. How much has that changed since the awards have been around?
I would say that it’s still a challenge but that there is also far more opportunity today to get our queer books to audiences and much more support in mainstream presses, independent presses and our own queer presses. Many of the positive changes that have affected LGBT communities worldwide over the past quarter century have also helped writers tell their stories to broader audiences.
Why is it important for the LGBT community to have its own literary awards program?
There’s nothing like being recognized by one’s own peers, and that’s exactly what the award does for an author. It’s also a reality that books exploring LGBT lives get less attention in the mainstream, and minority writers have to fight the perception that ours are niche stories, while only white heterosexuals can tell stories that are universal. This is changing, but the literary playing field is not yet equal for queer writers or writers of colour, so it’s essential to promote and celebrate this work. Winning or even just being nominated has a big impact on an author and the life of a book. We often hear from bookstores and librarians that they use the list of winners to determine what books to buy.
What should attendees expect from the party?
It’s a glamorous, red-carpet event, and writers aren’t used to that sort of thing. We tend to be introverted and socially awkward. But the Lammys brings out the social butterfly in all of us. We put on a good after-party where things really can get wild. People dress creatively — artsy cocktail attire. There’s a lot of networking and a lot of cruising, too. Winners carrying a trophy will find phone numbers and room numbers being slipped into their pockets.

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the lambda literary awards have been celebrating the best in lgbt writing for 26 years. the lammys, as they are also known, cover a range of books as diverse as the community that produces them. writers of fiction, poetry, mysteries, erotica, drama and even horror get their chance in the spotlight and a shot at an engraved glass trophy. xtra talked with the lambda literary foundation’s executive director, tony valenzuela, for his take on the importance of the awards and tips for attending the swank event.
when the lambda awards were launched, it was hard for books with lgbt themes to get attention. how much has that changed since the awards have been around?
i would say that it’s still a challenge but that there is also far more opportunity today to get our queer books to audiences and much more support in mainstream presses, independent presses and our own queer presses. many of the positive changes that have affected lgbt communities worldwide over the past quarter century have also helped writers tell their stories to broader audiences.
why is it important for the lgbt community to have its own literary awards program?
there’s nothing like being recognized by one’s own peers, and that’s exactly what the award does for an author. it’s also a reality that books exploring lgbt lives get less attention in the mainstream, and minority writers have to fight the perception that ours are niche stories, while only white heterosexuals can tell stories that are universal. this is changing, but the literary playing field is not yet equal for queer writers or writers of colour, so it’s essential to promote and celebrate this work. winning or even just being nominated has a big impact on an author and the life of a book. we often hear from bookstores and librarians that they use the list of winners to determine what books to buy.
what should attendees expect from the party?
it’s a glamorous, red-carpet event, and writers aren’t used to that sort of thing. we tend to be introverted and socially awkward. but the lammys brings out the social butterfly in all of us. we put on a good after-party where things really can get wild. people dress creatively — artsy cocktail attire. there’s a lot of networking and a lot of cruising, too. winners carrying a trophy will find phone numbers and room numbers being slipped into their pockets.