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Tooth restorations repair teeth that suffer from damage or decay. The most extensive restoration is a crown, a cap made of porcelain, ceramic, or metal that covers the entire visible portion of a tooth to reinforce, protect, and enhance its appearance.
You can think of inlays and onlays as partial crowns. They play specialty roles in reinforcing vulnerable points, rather than covering the entire tooth. Inlays and onlays each have specific applications in dental restoration.
The caregivers at RR Dentistry in Georgetown, Texas, specialize in all manner of tooth restorations, from fillings to dental implants. While not as well known as some other dental procedures, inlays and onlays have some powerful applications and surprising benefits that add up to the right choice in many situations.
Inlays and onlays protect parts of the visible portion of a tooth. Each of these techniques is a step above the conventional filling in terms of surface area, so they reinforce and restore a tooth with greater damage from decay or injury than a filling can.
The difference between inlays and onlays reflects in each of their names.
Inlays protect spaces “in” a tooth. For example, a molar has a surface with peaks and valleys. These valleys are prime places for decay to begin.
When there’s not extensive damage to a whole tooth, but repair is still necessary, inlays are a more comprehensive way to treat the tooth with a material that closely resembles natural tooth enamel.
If inlays treat the valleys, onlays protect the peaks. Called cusps, these tooth surfaces sometimes face the most extreme force of any tooth surface. Conventional fillings may not be durable enough to withstand these forces.
Onlays are usually more extensive than inlays. While once they were made from metal, onlays now use porcelain or composite resins to match the natural tooth to which they’re attached. Larger onlays can cover the entire biting surface of a tooth, differing from a crown in that they leave the sides of a tooth uncovered.
Both inlays and onlays are custom manufactured to fit your teeth perfectly.
There are some substantive benefits for you when choosing inlays and onlays. Let’s look at several of these.
Amalgam fillings are perfectly functional, but their metallic appearance gives away their presence. Inlays and onlays use materials that mimic the appearance of natural teeth while providing sufficient strength for a long-lasting restoration.
Porcelain is a material with a long history of use in dentistry. As well as its resemblance to tooth enamel, it’s strong. Porcelain can improve the strength of a tooth by 75% in some applications. Porcelain inlays and onlays have the potential to last a lifetime.
The nooks and crannies of natural teeth are often places where food debris and plaque get caught and cavities form. Inlays in particular fill these spaces, making it easier to effectively clean your teeth with normal brushing.
Full crowns often require extensive reshaping of the natural tooth that they cover. Inlays and onlays preserve more of your natural tooth’s enamel, removing only decaying or damaged tooth surfaces.
Find out more about the benefits that inlays and onlays can offer you by consulting with the oral care experts at RR Dentistry. Call or click to schedule your appointment today.
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Print-Rite Introduces Indelible Ink
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While ordinary ink may fade, leaving vital information vulnerable to manipulation and forgery, indelible ink is ideal for important financial documents, traveler’s checks, cashier’s checks, stocks, bonds, or other crucial records.
Indelible inks, also known as permanent inks, have emerged as a popular choice for printing supplies. They are designed to provide long-lasting prints that resist fading, water damage, and other forms of wear and tear. This makes them a valuable tool for printing applications where durability and longevity are essential.
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Cavities are among the most common health problems affecting children. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that over half of children between the ages of six and nineteen has had at least one cavity in a permanent tooth.
But the biggest question is, is it possible to reverse a cavity? The straight answer is no; a cavity cannot be reversed. But again, this will depend on the severity of your cavity. What does this mean? Read on to learn more.
A cavity is a hole left in the tooth caused by decay. Decay forms as a result of plaque, a bacteria-filled film left on the teeth after eating. When dental decay is not treated, it advances to form permanent holes or openings in your child’s mouth, usually referred to as dental caries or cavities.
Cavities don’t happen overnight; they develop over time. Here are the stages of tooth decay that facilitate the development of a cavity:
Demineralization is the initial stage of tooth decay. It happens when the minerals found in teeth, such as phosphorous and calcium, are lost due to an acid attack. This occurs due to increased acidity in the mouth, the consumption of acidic foods, or poor oral hygiene. Demineralization can make your child’s teeth softer and prone to tooth decay.
When the bacteria in the mouth continue to feed on the plaque, it produces acids that further break down the enamel of the teeth.
This occurs when tooth decay damages dentin (a soft tissue under the enamel). When dentin is damaged, it can cause cavities and pain.
The dental pulp is the innermost part of the tooth that hosts nerves and blood vessels. Once the pulp is exposed, bacteria in the mouth can invade it, leading to inflamed tooth pulp.
Generally, it is possible to reverse a cavity only if identified at the first stages of the demineralization phase. To do this, your baby must practice proper oral hygiene to help restore the lost minerals and prevent decay. This includes:
Sometimes, cavities cannot be prevented even with the best oral hygiene. In this case, you’ll need to seek treatment. Depending on the severity of your child’s cavity, your dentist may recommend dental fillings, crowns, a root canal, or an extraction as a last resort if the tooth can’t be saved.
If you think your child has a dental cavity, book an appointment with Dr. Michelle for a checkup and treatment. You can also call Sasco Pediatric dentistry at (203) 307-2430 to learn more about our pediatric dental services in Fairfield, CT.
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Saxton Mee are delighted to work in partnership with Holman Property Developments to introduce for sale this exciting, bespoke development of seven individual 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes. North Farm Mews is situated in this picturesque location within the sought after Village of Harthill.
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A Yale physicist with a lifelong passion for golf has figured out a better way to putt on a slope. Thanks to the geometry of the game, he says, there’s a magic spot just uphill of a hole. The trick is to line up the putt not only from where the ball is actually lying, but also from several equidistant points nearby. Do that and the sweet spot will reveal itself.
There are countless mental tricks golfers use to sink putts on a tilted green.
“Many golfers use a mental image of pouring a bucket out on the green and visualize where the water would flow,” says Mark Broadie, a professor at the Graduate School of Business at Columbia University who developed a new statistic for measuring putting performance recently adopted by the PGA Tour.
Robert Grober, an experimental physicist at Yale University, imagines the ball sitting on a circle centered at the hole. At the 12 o’clock position, the ball travels directly downhill along a straight line to find the hole. But a ball hit from, say, 4 o’clock, must roll uphill along a curve to reach the hole. Grober calculated these curves from different points on a circle, treating the green as a tilted flat surface and taking into account the pull of gravity and the resistance of the grass.
“He did a better and more careful analysis than other people have done in the past,” says Broadie.
These curves can’t be calculated on the fly by golfers on the links — players have to rely on instincts, not computers. But every curve can be achieved by aiming along a straight line at a particular area just uphill of the hole. The trick is to find that spot. Grober drew these straight lines from different points along the circle and found that they come together at almost exactly the same place.
“No one is used to thinking about all of these putts having the same target line,” says Grober, who reported his results online at arXiv.org on June 9.
After aiming a putt, a golfer can check his or his intuition, Grober says. All it takes is a few steps to the left and right along a 30-degree arc. If the same spot pops out from different points on the arc, it’s likely to be a winner.
“If you’re relatively close to the hole, within 10 feet or so, this works pretty well,” says Grober, who ties strings to stakes at actual golf courses to visualize these lines of sight and demonstrate that this technique works in the real world. “When you show people, they’re pretty shocked.” | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
In 1997, Nick joined ScienceSoft as a department manager with a background in physics and 3D modeling. At the time, ScienceSoft was a software product company developing computer-aided innovation software that needed Nick’s scientific background to manage a team of specialists working in the area of 3D modeling of physical effects. After two years of efficient department management, Nick was promoted to become ScienceSoft’s new Chief Executive Officer and make strategic decisions about the company’s future.
Since then, Nick has lead ScienceSoft through two major company transformations.
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Over his 20 years as ScienceSoft’s CEO, Nick achieved 30-times company growth, which proved that these company transformations were carried out successfully.
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Nick enjoys sharing his rich managerial experience and ideas on IT consulting via posts in ScienceSoft’s blog. For example, he has explained why Agile methodologies are a match for software development outsourcing projects and shared how to avoid common risks of outsourcing software development.
There are many growth opportunities for every company at any given moment. And a CEO’s challenge always means figuring out what opportunities bring truly sustainable growth and which ones are just a tempting short-term win that brings nothing in the long run.
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Charlie Adam: Dundee captain arrested as former Rangers and Liverpool star charged with drink driving
It is alleged that the 26-time capped Scotland international was driving under the influence of alcohol when he lost control of his vehicle and collided with a tree.
Hide AdA Police Scotland statement read: "Shortly after 4.25am on Monday 13 December, a 36-year-old man was arrested and charged for a road traffic offence in Dundee Road West, Dundee.
"A report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal."
Adam will miss Dundee's cinch Premiership match against Hibernian at Easter Road this evening after going off injured in Saturday's defeat away to Ross County.
He joined the Dens Park outfit in the summer of 2020 and helped them achieve promotion to the top flight last season.
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Patsy was first elected as MLA for Mid Ulster in 2003 and was successfully re-elected in 2007, 2011, 2016, 2017 and 2022. He is the SDLP Rural Communities Spokesperson agus urlabhraí ar an Ghaeilge.
In May 2016 he was elected as a Deputy Speaker of the Assembly and was re-elected to that post in 2020.
He has previously served as the Chair of the Assembly’s Environment Committee, and as Chair of the Assembly’s Enterprise, Trade and Investment Committee and as a Member of the Assembly’s Justice Committee. Currently Member of the Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Committee.
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Tenants insurance is a crucial safeguard for tenants, providing fiscal defense against unexpected situations that could harm or destroy personalized valuables. If you’re renting a residence or an flat in Idaho, learning the particulars of renters insurance may be crucial for your personal satisfaction. Here’s all you need to know renters insurance Idaho:
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I didn’t expect to be so happy to return the kitten to my mom’s house…but then I didn’t really expect Charcoal to be ALL CLAWS AND TEETH all the time either! That little ankle-biter has worn out his welcome in our house. If I wasn’t breaking up fights between him and Baby Bug all the time then I was typing with my feet up around my ears just to keep my concentration from being broken by Count Charcoalula sinking his fangs into my toes.
In honor of our fond farewell, I have made a movie to remember him by.
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Links, Inc. awards scholarships
Published 9:25 pm Thursday, January 22, 2015
The Selma Chapter of The Links, Inc. presented scholarships to four students Monday.
Jimmy Nunn Jr. received the Heir-o-Link Scholarship that is awarded to a child of a member of the Selma chapter. Nunn attended Selma High School and the Alabama School of Arts. He is now a student at Birmingham Southern College.
Samir Freij was awarded the Mrs. Mary Rose Cage Scholarship. Freij graduated from Morgan Academy and is now enrolled at Auburn University.
Amber Black received the Congresswoman Terri Sewell Scholarship. Black attended Selma High School. She is now a student at Troy University.
Christopher Brown was awarded the Mrs. Josephine Stratman Stokes Scholarship. Brown graduated from Selma High School and is now enrolled at Alabama A&M University.
“We’re very excited about giving scholarships to students and to have the supporters that we have,” said Charlotte Griffeth, president of The Selma Chapter of the Links, Inc. “We try to give a minimum of $500 per scholarship, and we hope to give more.”
Griffeth said the scholarships stand for more than good grades.
“We look at their academic achievement, but we also look at their community service and things that they are doing to better themselves as a whole person,” Griffeth said. “It’s not just about the grade point average, but it’s also about what they are doing in service to help better themselves and to help others. We just want them to know how proud we are of them. We just want them to know that we salute them in their endeavors.”
The students selected show qualities that Griffeth said are important for young adults to have, and that’s why she is proud to have this group represent the Links.
“I look at their perseverance and their commitment to excellence and it represents the best of not only them, but their respective high schools,” Griffeth said. “So we’re very proud of them, and we’re very proud of the product that the schools are producing here in the area.” | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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LinkedIn has over 347 million users, yet there are far too many LinkedIn users who don’t really use this social networking platform in the real sense of the word. There is a great deal of unused potential on many business pages, which is why we’ve gathered some of the most useful tips on how to really use LinkedIn and be successful.
Fill Out Your LinkedIn Profile
The first thing every LinkedIn user does is they fill out their profile. The goal is to provide as much relevant information about your business as possible so that other LinkedIn users, potential clients, and likeminded professionals can get to know you better. This is the first step of using LinkedIn the way it should be used.
Many businesses have profiles all filled out with the most recent and accurate pieces of information. However, this is where their ‘LinkedIn activity’ stops. LinkedIn pages of many businesses look like online resumes despite the fact that LinkedIn has so much more to offer in terms of helping businesses grow and build strong online presence.
So, what should you, as a business owner, do? We mentioned filling out your LinkedIn profile as one of the most essential steps to successfully using this social networking platform. A word of caution though – you want to create a professional image, so don’t focus too much on personal sections of your profile such as birthdays, hobbies, etc.
Stand Out from the Rest
As we’ve already mentioned, LinkedIn has 347 million users, and your goal is to find a way to stand out from millions of other businesses that are similar to yours. How do you do that? Use your professional experience and knowledge to gain authority in your fields of expertise.
LinkedIn has a publishing platform that allows business owners to spread the message about their business. However, promoting your business without high-quality content to stand behind your brand may prove to be useless. That said, you should create engaging content that will speak about your business and to your audience in a professional manner. You want to be seen as a professional with innovative ideas, brilliant business concepts, and as someone who has experience and knowledge in their line of work. Therefore, make sure your content reflects that.
Not only can you publish content on LinkedIn, but you can also share existing content from your business’s blog. You can also use various LinkedIn groups that are relevant to your line of work to build your authority and connect with other members.
Tip: Use the 80/20 rule when sharing updates on your LinkedIn profile. In simple words, when you share updates, make 4 updates that your followers will benefit from, and only 1 aimed at promoting your business.
Create Your Network
Don’t hesitate to add people you don’t know to your LinkedIn network. It’s important that you don’t connect with other LinkedIn members only to have more people in your network. When reaching out to people you want to connect with be sure that both parties can benefit from this business connection. This means that you should use LinkedIn’s powerful search feature to find people who are in the same line of work as you, people who can benefit from your business, etc.
Communicate with Your Network
Engaging your audience is never easy. However, there’s one thing that will surely help you build a stronger relationship with your followers and that is communication. You should invest your time in talking to your followers, and make sure they know you listen and care about what they think. You can use status updates to congratulate your followers on work anniversaries, new job positions, etc. Giving recommendations and joining discussions will also help you communicate with your network more efficiently. Don’t forget to stay professional though.
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The Women’s Flapper Style from our Irish hats range takes its inspiration from the elegant hats worn by modern women in the Roaring ’20s. A symbol of independence and individual style, these hats came to symbolize the dawn of a new era. Updated here in 100% Irish wool tweed in a richly hued plaid of orange, navy and yellow, this hat is a timeless shape and can be worn effortlessly with any outfit whenever the weather starts to drop.
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Based at the historic Muckross House in the center of Killarney National Park in County Kerry, Mucros Weavers is one of Ireland’s finest textile and apparel manufacturers with over 30 years in business. Every swath of fabric is woven on a nearly 200-year-old loom that forms the centerpiece of the company’s traditional craft workshop. And each piece is designed by master weaver John Cahill, who uses the park’s magnificent beauty to inspire the colors, textures and shapes of everything Mucros offers. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Higher-Level Crimes by Higher-Level Executives
White-collar crimes, commonly committed by professionals in business settings, are non-violent offenses typically associated with financial gain. These crimes are taken very seriously and often carry high penalties. To gain clarity on these complex crimes, let’s dissect a few prevalent types in Texas – continue reading to learn more.
Fraud constitutes a significant portion of white-collar offenses. Texas law recognizes several types of fraud, such as securities fraud, mail fraud, and wire fraud. Securities fraud involves deceptive practices in stock or commodities markets, while mail and wire fraud refers to using mailing systems and electronic means to execute fraudulent schemes.
Embezzlement is another white-collar crime commonly observed in Texas. It involves the misappropriation of assets entrusted to one’s care, usually in a corporate setting. For example, a financial advisor might be charged with embezzlement for using client funds for personal benefit.
Money laundering involves disguising illegally obtained money as legitimate income. The State of Texas is strict about cracking down on money laundering, with penalties depending heavily on the amount laundered.
Identity theft is a growing concern in Texas. It involves stealing someone’s personal information such as credit card details, Social Security number, or other identifying data, usually to commit financial fraud.
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21 May 2019
Bord Bia launches “Celebrate Strawberry Season”
The ‘Celebrate Strawberry Season’ campaign, by Bord Bia, the Irish Soft Fruit Growers Association and the IFA has kicked off, celebrating the season of the much-loved summer fruit. This year’s campaign encourages consumers to consider strawberries as a healthy snack option, since they are low in calories and low in sugar, making them an ideal alternative snack for all ages. Plus, the campaign says that an 80g portion of strawberries contains 80% of one’s daily vitamin C requirement. For more information, visit bordbia.ie/strawberries.
Shoot a foodie video with Donal Skehan in Los Angeles
Chef Donal Skehan has announced a new partnership with the National Dairy Council and European Milk Forum, for whose new campaign he has just been named ambassador. “Cheese. Your Way” is aimed at encouraging more Irish consumers to enjoy quality cheese from Europe. To mark Donal’s support of the campaign, the NDC and European Milk Forum have launched an opportunity for a social media-savvy foodie and a friend to visit Donal at his home in LA and participate in a video workshop to learn more about food styling. To enter, consumers are being encouraged to create a short food video or recipe about cheese. Visit www.thecompletenatural.ie or www.ndc.ie for more information.
SuperValu’s online shopping service named as Today FM sponsor
SuperValu has been announced as the new show sponsor for Dermot & Dave’s mid-morning show on Today FM. The sponsorship will see SuperValu Online Shopping become an integral part of Dermot & Dave through stings, promotions and cross-station digital display for 12 months. Commenting on the new partnership, Dermot & Dave said: “Working with a huge brand like SuperValu is very exciting. We’re looking forward to creating some great content together and we just know our listeners are going to love the partnership. As long as they don’t love SuperValu more than us!”
Everest Snacks and Applegreen fuel-up for convenience partnership
Everest Snacks, the healthy snack food brand, has joined forces with Applegreen for a new forecourt retail partnership. The new team-up was announced at the Ballymount Applegreen Service Station, with Aaron Duggan, head of Service Area Retail and Food Operations at Applegreen, and Everest Snacks brand ambassador, Niamh Cullen. Seamus Tighe, founder and MD of Everest Snacks, said he is excited to see the snack brand stocked in Applegreen stores nationwide. “This partnership strategically broadens our consumer reach,” he said, “and product accessibility across retail in Ireland, and we’re confident Applegreen will help fuel our continued growth.”
Aldi Play Rugby School Sticker Competition
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Watch the latest movie trailer for the upcoming horror movie “Wrong Turn 4” by director Declan O’Brien and starring Terra Vnesa, Dean Armstrong and Kaitlyn Wong.
Synopsis: Follows a group of friends that decide to go snowmobiling during their winter break. They make a “wrong turn”, getting lost in a storm, and seek shelter in an abandoned sanatorium. They are completely isolated by the storm and are thankful they can get out of the elements. But the sanatorium has a troubled past, and some of its former patients still reside there and are not happy about the intrusion. In a deadly game of cat and mouse, the college kids must fight to survive the night.
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The French 76 Cocktail is not as well known as the French 75, but it is equally delicious! It uses vodka instead of gin for a more delicately flavored cocktail!
French 76 Cocktail
After doing some reading (reading cocktail books has become my new favorite hobby!) I found that there were two variations of the French 75 - a French 76 and a French 77.
Well, after learning that, I just had to make them both. Had to, I tell you.
It was a fun experiment and one that I will probably repeat often.
Ingredients to make a French 76
The difference between a French 75 and a French 76 is that the later uses vodka instead of gin. I am totally a gin girl, but after scoring some local (who would have thought Chattanooga would be making vodka) I was excited to try this variation.
Simple Syrup - to make a simple syrup, stir equal parts water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. This would also be a good time to play with some flavors - like how about using Lavender Simple Syrup or Honey Simple Syrup with this!
Vodka - use your favorite vodka! We are currently crushing on Gate 11 Vodka made right here in Chattanooga!
Sparkling Wine - Champagne is the traditional sparkling beverage for this, but we had some Prosecco. So, technically I guess this is an Italian 76!
Lemon Juice - fresh squeezed, not bottled!
Cherry - for garnish. We used our Homemade Maraschino Cherries.
How to Make this Sparkling Wine Cocktail
Chill your cocktail glass - in this case it is a champagne flute (the better to see those bubbles.)
Fill your cocktail shaker half way with ice. Add the vodka, lemon juice and simple syrup. Shake for 10-15 seconds.
Strain into the chilled cocktail flute and top with the sparkling wine. Garnish with a cherry.
That's it! You've just made a yummy cocktail!
We loved this French 76! It was crisp and clean and the vodka really allowed the flavors of everything in the cocktail to really shine. We love sparkling cocktails and will be having this in regular rotation. Check back later in the week to see the French 77!
More Sparkling Wine Cocktails
Strawberry Ginger Bellini - strawberry and ginger are so delicious together!
Negroni Sbagliato - a classic negroni gets a bubbly twist with sparkling wine! Gorgeous cocktail!
Aperol Spritz - that gorgeous orange color makes it perfect for fall!
10 Mimosas to Make Right Now - check out this roundup of mimosas from some of my favorite bloggers!
For even more, follow my Sparkling Wine and Cocktails Recipe Board on Pinterest.
French 76 Cocktail
- 1 ounce vodka
- ¼ ounce simple syrup
- ¼ ounce lemon juice
- 2 ounces Champagne or other sparkling wine
- 1 maraschino cherry for garnish
- Chill a champagne flute glass.
- Fill a cocktail shaker ¾ way full of ice.
- Add vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup to cocktail shaker.
- Shake for 10-15 seconds and strain into the chilled flute glass.
- Top with the sparkling wine and garnish with a cherry. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Take simply steamed green beans to a whole new level with a toasted almond gremolata!
Crisp tender green beans are tossed with a simple gremolata made from parsley, lemon, almonds, garlic and olive oil.
Such a simple side dish recipe that looks gorgeous on your table! Only you will know how easy it was to make!
I'm not sure what Thanksgiving is going to look like this year, but I've already started working on side dishes.
The beauty of these green beans is that while they are perfect for a holiday dinner, they are so easy to make you can have them for any weeknight dinner.
You take simply steamed green beans and toss them with a fresh gremolata sauce.
What is a gremolata? If you aren't familiar with the term, don't let that scare you off!
A gremolata is simply a sauce made with parsley, lemon, garlic and olive oil. It's typically served with Osso Buco, but it has so many uses!
It's great spread of roasted meats, chicken, fish or veggies. Use it to garnish soups for an extra pop of fresh flavor.
I changed out the parsley for cilantro in this Harissa Chicken Thighs recipe, making a cilantro gremolata.
Lemon - try to find organic because you are going to be using the zest and the juice. I like to buy the big bags when I can find them. If you store them in a vacuum sealed bag (I use my Food Saver,) they stay fresh for a long time.
Green Beans - fresh whole green beans. Leaving them whole makes a slightly more elegant presentation, you can cut them into pieces if you'd like.
Garlic - since the garlic is not cooked, I use only one clove. If you want the garlic a little milder, you can add it with the green beans when you steam them.
Almonds - toasted, thin slices, you can also use chopped or slivers.
Olive oil - extra virgin olive oil with a nice flavor would be lovely here.
Parsley - my store was out of flat leaf parsley, so I used curly.
This green bean side is so easy, it hardly needs instructions!
Begin by bringing about an inch of water to a boil in a saucepan.
While the water is coming to a boil, toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden. Don't walk away, this happens fast!
Place the green beans in a steamer basket over the boiling water and steam for 5-7 minutes with a lid on the pot.
While the green beans are steaming, zest the lemon and then juice it, mince the garlic and chop the parsley.
Place the green beans in a bowl and toss with the lemon zest and juice, parsley, garlic, olive oil and salt and pepper.
Place in serving bowl or platter and sprinkle with the green beans.
How easy was that?!
These green beans really have a wow factor that far exceeds the amount of work that went into making them.
They are crisp tender with a bit of tang from the lemon juice, a little heat from the garlic, herby notes from the parsley and it's all pulled together with a fruity olive oil. Then the crunchy almonds are the final touch!
As I said before, this would make a great holiday side dish, but it's so easy, it will become one your regular weeknight sides!
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Green Beans Gremolata
- 1 pound green beans trimmed
- 2 tbsp flat-leaf parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp almonds sliced, toasted
- ¼ teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice fresh squeezed
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- salt and pepper to taste
- Steam the green beans, covered, until crisp tender. About 5-7 minutes.
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Willie Kenneth Clark, son of the late Willie Clark and Johnnie Loggins, was born December 5, 1948, in El Dorado, Arkansas. He professed his belief and faith in Jesus Christ at New Bethel Baptist Church as a youth. He was a 1967 graduate of Washington High school. He furthered his education at the University of Arkansas in Pine Bluff, majoring in accounting.
He joined the United States Air Force at an early age; his duties took him to many parts of the world. After leaving the Air Force, he worked at Ensco before working for El Dorado News-Times, where he later retired after 30 years.
He married Victoria, and to this union, a blended family of seven children was created. He enjoyed spending time with family and relaxing while reading. He never met a stranger anywhere he went. He is preceded in death by his father Willie Clark and Mother Johnnie Loggins.
Willie K. Clark leaves to cherish his memory his wife Victoria Clark; seven children Tavio D. Clark of Florida, Kenyon (Tiffany) Clark of Modesto, CA; Keisha Clark of Waterford, CA; Charles (Hellerie) Powell Jr. of Pine Bluff, AR; LaMai Powell of El Dorado, AR; Iesha Powell of Jacksonville, FL; and Jakasia Boone of El Dorado, AR, one brother Thomas (Bettie) Ridgell of Carson, CA; two sisters Winona "Susan" Clark of Little Rock, AR; and Wanda Sue Hill of Spearsville, LA;18 grandchildren;20 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
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Junior Fire and Safety Day
The Second Annual Junior Fire & Safety Day was a wonderful opportunity for Sinclair Casper employees to bring their families out for a day in the sun and learn about fire safety.
The Sinclair Fire brigade was joined by the Casper and Evansville local emergency response team members to teach the children about fire safety and what they should do in case of an emergency at home. They were even surprised by Sparky the Fire Dog!
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It might seem a bit odd to have rules during the most wonderful time of the year, but without certain guard rails in place, risks to pet health skyrocket. With the influx of strangers around, indulgent foods in abundance, and attractive, dangling objects on display, pet emergencies are bound to happen around the holidays. The good news is that you can guard against them with our tips for ultimate holiday pet safety.
Got My Eye on You
Because the holidays hinge on delicious goodies to eat, let’s take a look at the dangerous ingredients not intended for pets. Anything high in sugar or fat should be an automatic no-no, but an approach to holiday pet safety must include serious scrutiny regarding the following foods:
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- Xylitol (always check sugar-free baked goods, gums, and candy)
- Uncooked bread dough
Some of the symptoms associated with accidental poisoning can be tricky to spot. Keep an eye out for any subtle behavioral changes, vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy and call us at (951) 461-4100 with any concerns.
In On the Fun!
You don’t want your pet to feel left out of all the holiday fun. Treat them to any number of delicious, nutritious holiday pet treats that you make yourself or purchase from local pet stores. During holiday dinners, offer them a plate of steamed sweet potato, soft carrots, and a small amount of bite-sized, lean white meat. Say no to gravy and any bones!
It wouldn’t be the holidays without strings of twinkling lights, evergreen trees and garlands, candles, and glass baubles. Avoid a true pet emergency by choosing to decorate the home and surroundings with pet-safe items. This could mean artificial greenery, battery-operated candles, and unbreakable ornaments.
Along the same lines, be aware that electric cords that connect to lights and other displays can be attractive to teething pets. Try to stow cords off the floor and behind things that cannot be moved by them. This reduces electric shock and the risk of entanglement.
We all know that pets enjoy eating and chewing on things. Tinsel, ribbons, bows, candy wrappers, and much more can cause choking or a foreign body obstruction. Some incidents will resolve without intervention, others require surgical removal. Also, watch your pet closely if they get dressed up for the festivities.
Holiday Pet Safety for the Ages
There’s so much to prepare for this holiday, but don’t leave your pet out of the loop. If you have any questions or concerns about holiday pet safety, give us a call at (951) 461-4100. From all of us at Sky Canyon Animal Hospital, have a safe and happy holiday season! | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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If you and your partner have been struggling to get pregnant, you may feel anguish and stress about your ability to start a family. No matter what you’re going through, it’s important to remember you’re not alone. You can reach out to your friends and loved ones for support. You can also look online to connect with others going through a similar situation. With National Infertility Awareness Week 2020 fast approaching, our Southern California fertility doctor has created a list of ways you can raise infertility awareness.
It’s National Infertility Awareness Week 2020
April 19-25 marks National Infertility Awareness Week 2020. In previous years, you could join an awareness walk in your area or even host one. However, because of the current situation with COVID-19 across the U.S. and the need for social distancing, we encourage you to join others online.
How you can raise awareness about infertility
A great way to raise awareness is to share your infertility story online on your social media channels and on your blog (if you have one). Be sure to provide educational information and links to reputable sources online too. Sometimes, by sharing your fertility struggles, you will feel a weight be lifted from your shoulders. You may even be able to connect with others who have similar stories to share and form a powerful, lasting bond.
To be part of the movement that will empower you and inspire change, you could also contact your representatives in Congress. You can advocate for infertility education, insurance coverage and treatment, start a virtual support group, or set up a fundraiser online. There are so many ways to have your voice heard and raise awareness for all those who are trying to start a family.
We’re here for you
If you and your partner are dealing with infertility, reach out to your trusted friends and family, and create or join a support network online. Please remember you’re never alone. If you’re having trouble getting pregnant, our Southern California fertility doctor can help. Contact us to learn more during National Infertility Awareness Week 2020. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Real Tamale United (RTU) secured a decisive 1-0 victory against Medeama SC at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium, concluding the outstanding Matchday 13 fixture in the Ghana Premier League
The home side struck early, with Mustapha Fusein finding the net in the 9th minute. Medeama SC pushed for an equalizer, but RTU’s resolute defense held firm, claiming their first win in six league games and a vital three points.
This victory catapults Real Tamale United to 16th position on the league table, injecting vital momentum into their campaign. It also signifies a significant achievement, breaking Medeama’s dominance after four years of RTU defeats.
However, the celebrations will be short-lived as the Ghana Premier League enters a month-long hiatus due to the upcoming African Cup of Nations tournament in Ivory Coast.
Real Tamale United will resume their journey on February 24, 2024, facing off against Hearts of Oak in a potentially daunting encounter.
Meanwhile, Medeama still have three outstanding matches to complete the first round before focusing on climbing the table in the second half of the season.
With renewed confidence and a taste of victory, Real Tamale United will be eager to prove their mettle when the league resumes after the AFCON. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
You don’t “win” social media, you participate. You join the community which drives it and you serve that community and enrich it.
The currency of social media derives value from the contributions we all make to community. That currency has no central bank or IMF dictating its worth. You are not a dollar bill, you are a person and you have much to offer the communities you are part of.
Just tweeting a subject line and link from a blog (be a post by you or a post on another blog) is not always the most effective way to drive traffic to the post. If the subject line is really good, that can certainly be effective, but there are other options to get people’s attention
Companies should understand that social networks may come and go, but people won’t stop being social online. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Friday, February 7th is the last day to purchase tickets to the February 11th reception to honor local Betty Ann Bruno who was recently named the 2020 Sonoma Treasure Artist of the Year. The reception is hosted by the Cultural and Fine Arts Commission.
Members of the public are invited to attend the event which will be held at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 11, 2020, at the Vintage House, 264 First Street East, in Sonoma. Reservations are required.
In selecting Ms. Bruno, the Commission noted her contributions to the cultural growth of Sonoma Valley through her commitment to sharing her “aloha” spirit.
Reservations for the wine and hors d’oeuvres reception will be accepted until 5 p.m. Friday, February 7, and must be paid in advance. The cost is $25 per person
Tickets can be purchased online on Eventbrite, or mail payment via check or cash by mail to: City of Sonoma, Attn: City Clerk, No. 1 The Plaza, Sonoma CA 95476. For additional information, contact City Clerk Rebekah Barr, 933-2216 or Rita Gipson, 933-2218.
Ms. Bruno is being recognized for her years of commitment to the community through the instruction of hula to individuals of all age groups.
One of the common themes of all the nominations received for Ms. Bruno was how everyone became a member of her “family”.
In one of her many nomination letters, one individual said “Betty Ann, who turned 88 years old this month, truly is a treasure. Her warm personality, her friendly inclusiveness, her amazing enthusiasm for all things Hawaiian, her incredible energy and her genuine caring for others make her a delight to be around.” Another said, “She deserves this honor – she’s a TRUE treasure!” | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Dazed, 30 Years Confused: The Covers That Launched a Movement
Regular price$100.00 CAD
In 1991, the first issue of Dazed & Confused was released as a single A2 fold out newsprint by a then twenty-year-old Jefferson Hack and the photographer Rankin. Now, thirty years later, what began as a print magazine has gone on to provoke a change in consciousness, becoming a vital cultural manifesto for today. Created for an audience that wants to be informed and inspired to imagine, its radical approach to publishing means that Dazed is still at the forefront of youth culture today.
Split into ten chapters—taken from the magazine’s most memorable cover lines—DAZED: 30 YEARS CONFUSED: THE COVERS THAT LAUNCHED A MOVEMENT explores how these early manifestos reflect the magazine’s ethos today. Edited by Isabella Burley and art directed by Jamie Reid, the book time travels from the ’90s to now, a new generation of image makers sit side by side with archival materials to showcase how Dazed has always interpreted celebrity through its own boundary-pushing lens: from Alexander McQueen and David Bowie’s first official, recorded conversation and the designer’s “Fashion-Able?” cover, to a rare appearance and guest-edit by Chelsea Manning, to rapper Young Thug shot by Harley Weir.
DAZED: 30 YEARS CONFUSED is both a celebration of the magazine’s past, present, and future as it rings in its third decade influencing music, fashion, and popular culture and a commemorative keepsake for the publication’s legion of devoted readers.
Text contributions by Iris Apfel, Björk, Dev Hynes, Arca, Jake Chapman, Nicola Formichetti, Katie Grand, Jefferson Hack, Barbara Kruger, Chris Cunningham, Courtney Love, Rankin, Jon Caramanica, Vivienne Westwood, Nick Knight, Tyler Mitchell, Wilson Oryema, Diana Tourjée and more. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Enjoy up to three consecutive days of unlimited Off-Peak train travel!
Kent Rover train travel
Kent’s medieval towns, lively seaside resorts, dramatic countryside and historic castles are all waiting for you to come and explore.
With our Kent Rover you can enjoy three consecutive days of unlimited Off-Peak train travel on Southeastern services in a selected area of Kent for just £45.00 per adult.
Up to four children can come along too for just £5 each.
See where you can go – download the Kent Rover area map.
Where to buy your Kent Rover
Just pop into a ticket office, or buy them online. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Letter washes up on Long Strand after 12 months at sea.
BY KIERAN O’MAHONY
BRIDGET Healy must have a knack for finding messages in a bottle. This is the second time in recent years that Bridget, who works at the Lettercollum Kitchen Project in Clonakilty, has successfully retrieved messages in bottles on Long Strand beach.
This time however, she was out walking with her friends Caitlin Ruth and Philomena Flynn, on the beach on a blustery summer’s day on Monday, June 29th.
‘We had walked about halfway when the weather turned worse and on the way back we noticed a pallet had been washed up on the beach with loads of barnacles on it. We saw a dog belonging to a couple sniffing at it and we went over to see what it was and saw the bottle,’ said Bridget, speaking to The Southern Star.
‘I had found a message in a bottle before which was sent from an Irish guy who had been dumped by his girlfriend, but this one was way cooler as it had barnacles attached to it and it seemed like there was a lot of paper in the bottle.’
It was only while they were outside Bushe’s Bar in Baltimore later that day that they attempted to retrieve the messages and they managed to get the cork out and got the letter halfway out. In the end Bridget had to smash it, but not before they took some pictures of it in its glorious state.
‘Philomena then read out the three pages that were written and a lot of it didn’t make any sense, but there was an email address attached and Caitlin emailed the sender that night and she got a reply from Ernie LeMay, who said he sent it over a year ago to the month when he was out fishing with his friends off the Florida coast. I don’t think he really remembers what he wrote, but he was thrilled to hear that we found his message.’ Ernie subsequently sent Caitlin pictures of him and his friends who were fishing with him on the day he wrote the messages in the bottle.
‘It was a very funny story and the way it worked out on such a miserable day and it’s mad that the bottle survived the journey and that the paper was completely dry on the inside.’
Bridget and her friends plan to send Ernie pictures of them on Sands Cove with hats emblazoned with ‘Finking of You’ after Ernie told them that he and his friends had been on a ‘frinking trip’ – a term they used for their time on the boat fishing and drinking. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Master the art of authentic Chinese dumpling-making. Led by a skilled culinary instructor, explore the techniques of dough creation and flavorful fillings, and finish with a taste of your handcrafted delicacies. A delightful journey from dough to delectable bite!
Here is what to expect when you book a team-building experience on Spaciously.
To book, follow the secure checkout process on the website. This will reserve your host's time.
If you need extra help with anything, just leave us a note in the "Comments" field! We're happy to help with food and venue recommendations.
After you check out, you will receive a confirmation email and a receipt. Very shortly after that, our team will reach out to connect you with your host and help with the logistics and questions! | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
The age that fostering allowances stop
Foster care technically stops when a child reaches age 18, which is when the fostering allowance stops.
However, many young adults remain with foster carers until 21 under ‘Staying Put’ arrangements. Staying Put allowances are usually lower than fostering allowances and are paid directly by the local authority. Independent fostering providers can only support with Staying Put arrangements following agreement by the local authority.
Young adults who enter further education can be supported by social care until age 25. The young adults usually move into university accommodation; however, if they wish to remain with their foster carers, or perhaps return to foster carers in the university holidays, social care may provide an allowance to the foster carers to facilitate the ongoing support. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
If you’re accused of committing a crime, it’s important that you defend yourself from the start. From the moment you know that you’re being investigated through your time in court, you deserve to have someone on your side who is there to protect your interests. That’s the job of your defense attorney.
Criminal defense attorneys aren’t exactly like what you see on TV or in the media. Instead, keep in mind that your attorney is going to be realistic about the charges and what you can expect as an outcome. Additionally, you may not need to go to trial, depending on if you are willing to take a plea deal or if your attorney can get the charges dropped.
What are three good reasons to work with a defense attorney?
There are more than three good reasons to work with a defense attorney, but three you should know include that:
- Your attorney is educated in law and can identify when you are not treated fairly or without a bias
- Your attorney knows how you should present yourself for the most sympathy in court, if you need to attend
- Your attorney will work hard to have the charges reduced or dropped, so you have a lower chance of facing penalties. Even if penalties will be assessed, working with a defense attorney may help you receive a lighter sentence
Overall, if you are facing charges for a misdemeanor or felony, it’s a smart choice to get in touch with your attorney. Our website has more on why protecting yourself starts with a strong defense. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Pain or discomfort when urinating, also called dysuria, is an extremely common problem that affects both sexes but is more common in women. However, as men get older their risk increases. Pain may come from your bladder, urethra (the tube through which urine leaves your body) or perineum (a region in the lower part of your pelvis, between your thighs).
Pain when urinating (dysuria) has a wide range of possible causes, ranging from minor to potentially serious. It usually affects the bladder and/or surrounding tissues, causing symptoms ranging from mild discomfort to a stinging or burning sensation, or severe pain. As with any unexplained and persistent symptoms, it’s important to get it checked out by a doctor.
There are many possible causes of pain when urinating.
Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
UTIs are the most common cause of pain when urinating and are usually caused by bacteria travelling from the urethra up into the rest of your urinary tract. This is why UTIs are more common in women as the urethra is shorter than in men — bacteria, therefore, have a shorter distance to travel to reach the bladder.
Infection can take hold in any part of the urinary tract, such as the bladder, but also your kidneys, ureter (the tube that carries urine from your kidneys to your bladder) and urethra.
UTI symptoms include:
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
Certain sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can cause pain when urinating, such as gonorrhoea, chlamydia and genital herpes. However, STIs don't always cause symptoms, which is why sexual health testing is so important if you are sexually active.
Your doctor will probably:
Other possible tests include:
The treatment you receive will depend on the cause of your pain when urinating.
Avoiding potential irritants in products such as perfumed soaps, toiletries, lubricants, condoms and feminine hygiene products can help. Your GP may also recommend changing prescription medication if the cause is a side effect of a particular drug.
Whichever medication your doctor recommends, it is important to take it exactly as prescribed. Eg if you are given antibiotics for a bacterial infection and your symptoms improve before you finish the course of antibiotics, you should continue to complete the course. Bacterial infections usually clear up quite quickly when antibiotics are taken as prescribed.
For more serious causes such as an enlarged prostate, kidney or bladder stones, or cancer, your GP or consultant will recommend tailored treatment for your condition.
Will a UTI go away on its own?
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can go away on their own. But if you have a persistent UTI or recurrent UTIs, your GP may prescribe antibiotics.
Why does it burn when I pee but I have no infection?
If you do not have an infection but you still experience a burning sensation when you pee, there are other causes, such as hormonal changes at menopause and bacterial vaginosis in women and non-bacterial prostatitis in men.
Why does it burn a little when I pee?
The most common cause of a burning sensation when peeing is a bacterial infection, such as a urinary tract infection (UTI) or certain sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Other causes include bacterial vaginosis, hormonal changes at menopause and prostatitis.
What is the fastest way to get rid of a bladder infection?
Bladder infections can go away on their own after a few days. If your bladder infection persists, see your GP. They may prescribe a course of antibiotics to take for several days or weeks. It is important to drink lots of water when you have a bladder infection to help your body clear it. However, do not drink caffeine or alcohol as these can dehydrate your body and worsen your symptoms. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Week 7 fantasy football in the XFL is over. The hosts also react to the Week 7 performances. Find out which players showed up in a big way, and which ones need to do better. Then, the hosts dive into the Top 15 USFL fantasy football players.
Adam and JMark talk about the Week 7 XFL games and break down some of the target shares on each team. Which players were targeted enough that they could be fantasy relevant in Week 8? The hosts also break down which players stood out and impressed them the most.
After that the hosts switch gears from XFL to USFL, continuing the 2023 USFL fantasy football preview. The hosts give their list of top-15 fantasy football players heading into the 2023 USFL season and the reason why they like them. Find out which select players made both Adam and JMark’s lists, and which ones only fell to one of them. Plus, Adam provides some deep-dive statistics for USFL fantasy output. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
This module will introduce the concepts and science behind the design and synthesis of a wide range of nanostructures and the application of these structures in functional materials and devices. The relationship between nanoscale structure and composition and macroscale properties and behaviour will be emphasised. Structures will be classified and introduced in terms of their number of dimensions: clusters, nanoparticles and quantum dots (0-D); nanotubes, nanowires and nanorods (1-D); nanosheets and films (2-D); and porous crystals, mesoporous structures and metal-organic frameworks (3-D). Other specific topics will include the science of clusters, molecular assemblies and assemblies of nanostructures. Novel carbon based materials, including simple and functionalised fullerenes, carbon nanotubes and graphene and related materials will be described and their physical and chemical properties related to their structure and bonding. Advanced characterisation techniques and applications related to nanotechnology, MEMs, biomaterials, catalysis, and optical and magnetic devices will be addressed. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
What is Sports Premium Funding?
The Government is providing an additional £320 million to schools per annum to improve provision of Physical Education (PE) and sport in primary schools. This funding, provided jointly by the Departments for Education, Health and Culture, Media and Sport, will be allocated to primary school head teachers.
Purpose of Funding
All children should have the opportunity to live healthy and active lives. Physical activity has many physical benefits, whilst also improving mental wellbeing. Children who participate in regular exercise are happy, confident and resilient. The PE and Sports Premium can help schools make additional and sustainable improvements to the quality of Physical Education (PE) and sport that they offer. It will be used to secure improvements in the following 5 key indicators:
- Engagement of all pupils in regular physical activity.
- Profile of PE and sport is raised across the school as a tool for whole-school improvement.
- Increased confidence, knowledge and skills of all staff in teaching PE and sport.
- Broader experience of a range of sports and activities offered to all pupils.
- Increased participation in competitive sport
What is St Hilda's Church of England VC Primary School doing with the PE funding?
Please see the documents below.
2022-2023 Sports Premium Document | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Beta User Agreement for StagePrep App
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The element of Water nourishes us, body and soul. Life on this planet began in and emerged from the deep, mysterious waters of Mother Ocean. The never-ending cycle of water is visible to us as lakes and rivers, clouds and raindrops, sweat and tears. Water resides in the West, and its time is autumn and twilight. The colors of Water are soothing blues and greens.
Our bodies are made up largely of Water, and our consciousness flows like a stream. Our emotions ebb and flow each day like the ever-changing waves. Yet we also can plumb the depths of our souls, the place where our dreams connect us to the collective unconscious. When we dive deep into those mysterious waters, we receive messages from our intuition, from our divine connection to the source of life. We see the moonlight sparkling on the water, hear the ethereal singing of the whales deep beneath, swim with the dolphins as they dance above and below the waves.
Water is healing. We use its loving energies to nurture ourselves, to fill ourselves up, to rock ourselves gently to sleep. In sleep, we dream and heal. When we visit the healing springs, we wish for cleansing and wholeness. Romantic love is another aspect of Water’s joy. When we open our heart with love and trust to another, we join our spirits together and become more than we were before. Held and buoyed up by Water, we navigate life’s path as partners.
The tool of Water is the chalice. We are each searching for our own Holy Grail, the container for that which we are, deep in our subconscious, where our waking consciousness touches our eternal spirit. When we realize that we are part of the great ocean of life, we can craft our own chalice and learn to fill (and refill) our cup. We flow with the sacred Waters of life, returning to rest in Mother Ocean’s loving embrace and dream ourselves into being. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
The campsites at Lake Ouachita State Park are too close to each other. Expect side by side campsites if you visit. When reserving make sure you check which side of your camper has the power cable and specify that you need a site that has the power to match your camper. The lake is great but their campsites are not worth the price. And there are plenty of other places nearby to stay.
June 16One of our favorite lakes by Dondean
Miles and miles of clean water, almost 1,000 miles shoreline and 200 islands are undeveloped. Either you stop your boat in middle of the lake for swimming, or on shore for picnic, they are all great.
October 23We loved Lake Ouachita State Park! by J. Armstrong
We had 3 families that stayed in the 3 bedroom cabin in September, 2009. Was perfect! Had everything that we needed. Will return as soon as we can. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
A stone bath for the garden, ideal for hardening off all year round.
The granite bathtub can also be used as a flowerpot or watering can. We will create the formats of individual products according to your wishes, we will offer the price according to the current demand.
Type of stone | Granite/granite |
Weight | 500 kg |
Dimensions | 80x80x65 cm | | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
25 January 2013
Prehistoric headless skeleton unearthed in Cambridgeshire
Archaeologists have unearthed decapitated human remains beneath former allotment land in Soham (Cambridgeshire, England). Experts from the Hertford-based firm Archaeological Solutions are currently excavating a Roman settlement on land off Fordham Road, before 96 homes are built on the site. Among the wealth of artefacts found are a number of human burials thought to predate the Roman settlement, including one where the person was decapitated before being put in the ground.
Andrew Peachey, a specialist in prehistoric and Roman pottery at the company, said: "Prior to the Roman settlement, the margins of the Fen and island [of Ely] were heavily exploited by prehistoric settlers, including one who appears to have been decapitated before being placed in a crouched burial in a circular pit. The reasons for decapitation are purely theoretical at this stage. One is obviously execution and another is to prevent ghosts. Quite often the head is found somewhere on the site, but it's rare for it to be completely missing. This then throws up the question of where the head was taken."
The dig is expected to continue until the end of this month.
Edited from Ely Weekly News (23 January 2013)
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Everyone involved in a bullying situation is affected. A recent study on cumulative experiences of bullying found that youth involvement in bullying over time – either as the one who bullies, the one who is bullied, or as a bystander who helps bullies – resulted in multiple negative outcomes. Negative outcomes for the targets of bullying included depression, anxiety, and lower self-esteem. Bullying perpetrators and the bystanders who helped them over time were associated with increased aggression. All three groups experienced decreased levels of optimism about the future.
There’s some good news in the study that suggests becoming an upstander to bullying has positive impacts for youth who address bullying. Bystanders who helped the targets of bullying through pro-social behavior were associated with higher academic achievement, self-esteem, and future optimism. Taking action to address bullying could include things like confronting the perpetrator or telling a teacher. The study suggests that these bystanders also worried about being bullied next, but they felt good about helping. There are many ways that bystanders can prevent or address bullying. For instance, they can interrupt a bullying situation by using humor to deflect, they can walk with a target of bullying to show support, or they can stand up to a perpetrator of bullying with a group of peers. Implementing bullying prevention and intervention strategies can help lower the risk and consequences of bullying for all.
StopBullying.gov has a blog post on the negative consequences of bullying for all involved, a research summary on the Consequences of Bullying, and resources for bystanders to bullying and how schools can build a safe and supportive environment to prevent bullying. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
World’s Greatest Waterfalls (and How to Reach them on a Private Jet Charter)
Travelling the world on a private jet charter is a great way to seek out new adventures. If you’re a fan of natural wonders, it’s hard to beat the awe-inspiring power and grandeur of a waterfall. While many of these cascading landmarks are within easy reach, others are in far-off or remote places, which for some, only adds to the journey. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite waterfalls from around the globe, and included the best ways to reach them on a charter jet.
Victoria Falls, Zambia/Zimbabwe
Located in Livingstone, Zambia (named after the great Scottish explorer Dr. David Livingstone), Victoria Falls are, in a word, magnificent. Measuring 355 high, they are fed by the mighty Zambezi River, creating the largest falling sheet of water on the planet. They are known as Mosi-oa-Tunyain the local dialect, which translates to ‘The Smoke which Thunders.’ How to get there:Depending on which country you choose to arrive in, you’ll have two excellent airport options to choose from: Victoria Falls Airports (FVFA) is just 18 minutes from the town of Victoria Falls, on the Zimbabwe side of the attraction. Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport (FLHN), formerly known as Livingstone Airport, is 21 minutes from the Zambia side of Victoria Falls.
Niagara Falls, United States/Canada
Straddling the Canadian province of Ontario and New York State, Niagara Falls is actually a collection of three waterfalls, which include:
- Horseshoe Falls
- American Falls
- Bridal Veil Falls
In addition to their tourist appeal, the falls are also a valuable source of hydroelectric power. Combined, they have the highest flow rate of any waterfall in North America. How to get there:Flying on a private jet charter to Niagara Falls is easy, as Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG) is just four miles east of downtown.
Iguazu Falls, Argentina/Brazil
The name ‘Iguazu’ translates into ‘big water,’ and they’re not kidding. Located on the border of the Argentine province of Misiones and the Brazilian state of Paraná, these falls represent the largest waterfall system in the world. They measure 269 feet tall at their highest point, and are 1.7 miles wide. You can access falls from either the town of Foz do Iguaçu in Brazilian or Puerto Iguazú in Argentina. How to get there: People arriving on a private jet charter also have the option of two international airports: Cataratas del Iguazú International Airport (IGR) or Foz do Iguaçu International Airport (IGU) in Brazil.
Angel Falls, Venezuela
From the largest waterfall, we turn to the highest: Angel Falls. Measuring a staggering 3,212 feet tall, this waterfall is located in Canaima National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It should be noted that travelling to Angel Falls isn’t for the faint of heart, as it’s located in the middle of a jungle. It requires a four-hour ride on a riverboat, followed by a 90-minute hike just to reach the lookout point. How to get there: Canaima Airport (SVCN) is the closest airport to Angel Falls. With a 7,070-foot runway. It is capable of handling larger charter jets. If you need some inspiration for other travel adventures, read our post on Luxury Heliskiing Destinations in British Columbia. If you want to explore the world in comfort, safety and convenience, talk to a Stratos Jets charter associate. We’ll be happy to help you plan your next big adventure aboard a private jet charter.
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- Feb 25, 2008
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About the Employer Please use the link below to apply for this position. For Certificated classifications, please address all of your letters to Ms. Alyda Mir, Assistant Superintendent, Certificated Human Resources.
Job Summary Responsible for instructing high school students in the field of band and music while creating a safe and orderly learning environment. Position motivates students to develop an interest in and an appreciation for the art of music. Position develops knowledge, skills, and talents of students in the field of music, utilizing a variety of instructional techniques appropriate to students' interests and abilities. Must have knowledge of all wind instruments (fingerings, embouchure). Will teach, direct and manage all aspects of the Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Marching Band. Must possess the ability to work with parents to engage them in helping with events and fundraising. Will report directly to the school principal and performs other duties connected with the school program as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications •Valid California Teaching Credential.
•Minimum of three (3) years teaching Band in either middle school or high school.
•Demonstrates expertise in knowledge and teaching of instrumental music.
•Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
ALL applicants must apply at Current DUSD employees wishing to be considered for this position ONLY NEED TO UPLOAD a letter of interest emphasizing their experience and qualifications for the position, a current resume, and one letter of recommendation from a District administrator, which is less than one year old.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED. All applicants will be screened, and the top candidates will receive interviews.
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters of recommendation no older than 1 year )
Comments and Other Information It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that students and employees in the Downey Unified School District shall not be subjected to It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that students and employees in the Downey Unified School District shall not be subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics and shall not be excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of any program or activity, except as provided for by law or regulation. The Board of Education also requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when it is safe to do so and when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Awards success for Household Waste and Recycling Centre in Bury St Edmunds
The £30million Household Waste and Recycling Centre in Bury St Edmunds has taken two more awards in its first year of operation.
The centre in Fornham Road, which is jointly run by West Suffolk Council and Suffolk County Council, last week picked up two titles at the National Construction Awards held by the Institute of Civil Engineers, East of England.
On the one year anniversary of its commission, the site won the National Construction Award for Best Community Engagement and a Merit Award for Physical Achievement.
There was further success at the online ceremony, with contractor Morgan Sindall shortlisted for their work.
Judges were impressed the project was delivered on time and on budget. They were also taken with the reuse shop, which is central to the centre, and also the site being engineered on one level to aid user mobility.
West Suffolk Council leader Councillor John Griffiths said: "I would like to thank and congratulate all those who came together from the community, the council and the contractors to collaborate on delivering the project.
"This success is shared by many, not least Morgan Sindall Construction in recognition of their commitment."
The hub also one of five projects to receive recognition from the East of England Institute of Civil Engineers. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
So now you have the goal, you need the plan. To do this, look at where you are now and then look at all the things you would need to build the life you are picturing. For instance, you might find that you need a certain amount of money to make your dream of travelling happen.
In that case, you need to look at the options available to you to make that money. Or maybe you want to achieve a certain thing in your career and you realize that in order to get there, there is a certain amount of experience you need to acquire first. How can you acquire said experience?
There are many similar examples of how you might go after a particular goal but the thing to remember in every case is that you need to focus on small steps that are just ahead of you. That might mean the next small promotion. It might mean a small upgrade to your home. It might mean developing any form of small income.
With that in mind, you’re then going to break these smaller goals down even further. Now the...
Life becomes more worth living when you know that for every good thing that you did, a reward is bound to come your way. By this time, you already know that stopping your addictions is possible only if you will really put your heart and mind to it. The last but definitely not the least tool for you to completely free yourself from your bad habits is learning to reward yourself for every accomplishment that you make.
Through meaningful rewards, you can be more motivated to do better the next day and you will strive even harder to make sure that you will get another great reward in the future. With this kind of inspiration and motivation, you will have the drive to become better and better every day as you finish your journey to complete recovery from your addiction.
Every Accomplishment Deserves a Good Reward
Reward systems are being used in many situations today. At home, in schools and even in workplaces, a reward system is considered as a helpful tool for people to do better. This...
I am sure you have heard the saying, ‘you cannot pour from an empty cup.’ This is why you need to learn to take care of yourself. Keeping yourself motivated is an inside job. You might do an excellent job at creating the right environment and getting the requisite resources to succeed, but if you are not taking care of yourself, you will not be able to stay motivated for very long. It is hard to keep pushing yourself to do more when your body is already falling apart under the pressure.
Achieving success at the expense of your health is not a very wise idea. It is equally unwise to neglect your family and friends in the process. While it is true that sacrifices will need to be made, your health and relationships should not be one of them. In short, it will be much easier to motivate a healthy mind and body.
Pay careful attention to these 5 areas that are often neglected in the pursuit of success:
How, when and what we eat, has a huge bearing on how well our...
Now is the time to step into your greatness...
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Quartz stone, often simply referred to as quartz, is a mineral composed primarily of silicon dioxide (SiO2). It is one of the most abundant minerals on Earth and can be found in various geological formations worldwide. Quartz stone is renowned for its durability, versatility, and aesthetic appeal, making it a popular choice for a wide range of applications, particularly in interior design and construction.
Quartz stone can be found in different geological settings, including igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments. In igneous rocks, quartz crystals form as a result of the crystallization of silica-rich magma. In metamorphic rocks, such as quartzite, quartz grains recrystallize under high temperature and pressure conditions. In sedimentary rocks, quartz grains accumulate and become cemented together over time, forming rocks like sandstone.
In addition to its natural occurrences, quartz stone is also manufactured synthetically through processes such as hydrothermal synthesis and the compression of quartz sands and resins. Engineered quartz, also known as quartz composite or engineered stone, is produced by combining crushed quartz crystals with polymer resins and pigments. This process results in a durable and customizable material that is suitable for countertops, flooring, wall cladding, and other architectural and design applications.
Whether formed naturally through geological processes or manufactured synthetically, quartz stone offers unparalleled aesthetic appeal and functional performance, making it an essential component of modern construction and design.
Quartz stone comes in various colors and patterns, ranging from clear and transparent to opaque and colored varieties such as rose quartz, amethyst, citrine, and smoky quartz. These variations in color and appearance are often due to impurities and trace elements present in the mineral.
In its purest form, quartz is colorless and transparent, resembling glass. While pure quartz is colorless and transparent, impurities and trace elements can impart various colors and patterns to quartz stone. Common varieties of quartz stone include clear quartz, rose quartz, amethyst, citrine, and smoky quartz, each exhibiting distinctive colors and properties due to specific mineral inclusions.
● Quartz stone is known for its hardness, ranking 7 on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, making it resistant to scratches and abrasion.
● It has excellent heat resistance, making it suitable for use in kitchens and bathrooms where hot pots and pans may come into contact with the surface.
● Quartz stone is non-porous, meaning it does not absorb liquids, making it highly resistant to staining and bacterial growth.
● It is also resistant to chemicals, acids, and household cleaners, making it easy to clean and maintain.
● Unlike natural stones like marble and granite, quartz stone does not require sealing or special maintenance treatments.
● Quartz stone is commonly used as countertops in kitchens and bathrooms due to its durability, stain resistance, and aesthetic appeal.
● It is also used for flooring, wall cladding, backsplashes, and shower surrounds in residential and commercial settings.
● In addition to its use in interior design, quartz stone is also used in the production of jewelry, particularly in the form of polished gemstones and cabochons.
● Industrial applications of quartz stone include its use in the production of glass, ceramics, silicon semiconductors, and optical lenses.
The popularity of quartz stone continues to grow, with a wide range of colors, patterns, and finishes available to suit various design preferences.
Recent trends in quartz stone include larger slab sizes, thinner profiles, and more realistic patterns that mimic the look of natural stone.
Advances in manufacturing technology have led to the development of ultra-compact quartz surfaces that offer enhanced durability, heat resistance, and design possibilities.
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For decades, non-imaging gamma probes have been used to guide surgeons to critical lymph nodes in cancer patients. More recently, a procedure has been developed to guide tumor surgery using the same probe, however the non-imaging probes used in these procedures cannot provide accurate depth information. According to the results presented by two leading medical institutions at the Society of Surgical Oncology 2012 Annual Cancer Symposium March 21st, 2012, the SurgicEye declipseSPECT, an intra-operative handheld 3D image viewing device cleared by the US FDA, may improve the accuracy of these procedures by providing three dimensional images of the tumor and lymph nodes.
Leading surgeons from The Netherlands Cancer Institute in Amsterdam presented on the use of the declipseSPECT in the radioguided resection of non-palpable breast cancer. Their results showed that declipseSPECT could support radio-guided surgery by determining the precise 3D localization of the marked cancer and lymph nodes in the operating room. In addition the system allowed them to determine the depth of each structure and to image the lumpectomy specimen to verify margins; all margins were verified to be negative by pathology.
The lead author, Dr. Omgo E. Nieweg, a surgeon at The Netherlands Cancer Institute, commented that: “The innovative 3D declipseSPECT technology may make the sentinel node biopsy easier and more reliable. New technologies like 3D declipseSPECT will also open up lymphatic mapping to additional cancer types, cancer types in locations with a more intricate anatomy and cancer types with more complex lymph drainage”.
The team of surgeons from the General Surgery Department of the University Hospital of the Technische Universität München, Munich, Germany, presented on the use of the declipseSPECT in locating sentinel nodes of melanoma patients. The system enabled the physicians to intra-operatively image all of the nodes seen in preoperative imaging. In addition, by using the device for post-excision imaging in the operating room, the team was able to confirm and document complete resection of the nodes.
The declipseSPECT device is provided in the U.S. exclusively by Dilon Diagnostics, the market leader in molecular breast imaging, a new diagnostic test that can find cancers missed by other modalities. According to company CEO, Mr. Robert Moussa, “Dilon is the market leader in gamma imaging technologies for breast cancer detection. The declipseSPECT system is a natural fit for our product portfolio since it extends gamma imaging capabilities into the operating room. We are excited and encouraged by these results and our company continues to lead the molecular imaging market through innovation and partnerships like the one we share with SurgicEye.”
SurgicEye® offers solutions for intraoperative 3-D imaging and instrument navigation. The recent product declipseSPECT of SurgicEye® implements the so-called freehand SPECT technology for detection, localization and guided biopsy of sentinel lymph nodes in breast cancer, melanoma and head & neck malignancies. Clinical investigations in other tumor surgery domains promise a wide application domain and huge potential for quality assurance during surgery. It enables surgical procedures to be more sensitive, more reliable and less invasive. For more information on SurgicEye®, please visit www.surgiceye.com.
Contact: Claudia Ramirez-Wiesner
P: +49 89 54 99 89 001
About Dilon Diagnostics ®
Dilon Diagnostics®, a brand of Dilon Technologies® Inc., is bringing innovative new medical imaging products to market. Dilon’s cornerstone product, the Dilon 6800®, is a high-resolution, small field-of view gamma camera, optimized to perform BSGI/MBI, a molecular breast imaging procedure which images the metabolic activity of breast lesions through radiotracer uptake. Many leading medical centers around the country are now offering BSGI/MBI to their patients, such as Cornell University Medical Center, New York and The George Washington University Medical Center, Washington, D.C. For more information on Dilon Technologies please visit www.molecularbreastimaging.com.
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How an insurance provider boosted their growth and customer experience by leveraging multiple Sutherland’s advanced solutions.
Creating an Operating Model That Can Scale Up For Growth
As a leading life insurer, they had a strong Direct-to-Consumer brand presence in the middle market. Their business had seen major growth, meaning they held a Top 5 position in D2C life insurance, and Top 2 in D2C guaranteed life issue product.
But with untapped market potential still to break into, they couldn’t risk stagnating.
The trouble was that accelerated growth, without the operational flexibility to support it, could harm the insurer’s customer experience, sales performance, and overall profitability. Their staffing was already limited geographically, making capitalizing on new markets even more challenging.
They needed a way to accelerate their growth. And to do so with an operating model that could support their move into new terrain and scale up.
A Captive Partner Operating Model to Supercharge Sales Performance
Sutherland’s integrated approach started with a captive partner operating model. Made up of top-notch talent, this pool of licensed agents was experienced in navigating and closing complex sales calls, with an innate understanding of customer needs. They worked exclusively for the insurer to boost sales performance, customer experience, and overall growth. And with the talent pool extending beyond the insurer’s geographical limitations, they gained coverage across time zones to meet the call volume 24/7.
Sutherland Connect, a cloud-based omni-channel telephony platform was implemented to support customer interactions, allowing the insurer to handle a larger volume of calls, email channels, chat and SMS, therefore boosting contact rate.
With Sutherland ezCLM, they could track, manage, and report leads effectively, gaining a complete customer journey view to fuel enhanced digital marketing campaigns. At the same time, Sutherland CX360 helped to improve sales performance by delivering analytics and actionable insights to agents, managers, and business leaders.
Our fully integrated set of solutions enabled this insurer to significantly scale up its operations while improving customer experience and managing leads efficiently. With a bespoke operating model helping them to become more efficient, and an analytics platform to identify even more growth opportunities while optimizing sales performance, ambitious growth targets were achieved.
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ELECTRIFIED BMW MODELS ON TOP AT INDUSTRY AWARDS.
The BMW i3, i4 and iX all recognised at Top Gear Electric Awards 2022.
A range of electrified BMW models have conquered industry awards in recent weeks, including Top Gear Electric Awards and the Fleet News Awards 2022, where BMW was named ‘Fleet Manufacture of the Year’ for the fourth consecutive year. Electrifying.com also named BMW as one of their ‘Green Heroes’ at their augural awards.
Looking only at the best cars in the world on sale now, the Top Gear Electric Awards recognise truly innovative and industry-leading EV models.
The recently launched BMW i4 was crowned ‘Best Electric Executive Car’, with judges complementing the vehicle’s ergonomic cabin and sharp dynamics. Editor, Jack Rix concluded “this is the sort of car that, decades ago, built BMW’s reputation. Low and lithe to sit in, with a beautifully made and ergonomic cabin. Its steering, accelerator and brakes know what you’re thinking and do exactly what you’re wanting. Suspension is taut yet refined, the powertrain turbine smooth and razor sharp – aren’t those the reasons we love BMW straight-sixes? The i4’s e-motors do it even better.”
The BMW iX was also recognised by the judges, taking home ‘Best Luxury Electric Car’ with judges commenting “electric drivetrains lend themselves utterly to what we might describe as ‘luxurious’ when it comes to cars: smooth, silent, powerful. They are more reliable in absolute terms, deliver on the grails that luxury cars have sought since the invention of the chauffeur. The BMW iX wins because it disguises its bulk with calm authority. It has all the gizmos, but they’re not always on display. It’s soothing and therefore the height of EV luxury.”
Finally, the prestigious ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ was awarded to the BMW i3, ahead of the model ending production later in 2022. The BMW i3 made waves when it was first launched back in 2013 and was the BMW brand’s first fully electric vehicle. Since then, the model has sold over 26,500 examples in the UK.
'Green Hero’ title awarded to BMW at inaugural Electrifying.com awards.
Taking note of the brand's long history in the field of electric vehicles, BMW has been awarded ‘Green Hero’ at the first-ever Electryfing.com awards. Designed to recognise companies who are showing commitment to reducing their environmental impact, the awards explored a range of measures introduced by brands including carbon-neutral manufacturing, the reduction of rare-earth metals, use of recycled materials and auditing of the supply chain.
The judging panel – made up of both editorial staff at Electryfing.com and industry experts were impressed with BMW’s ‘joined up approach across the organisation, showing real depth of thought into reducing impact on the environment on a micro and macro scale’.
Founder and CEO of Electrifying.com Ginny Buckley commented “BMW established its commitment to sustainability with the ground-breaking all-electric i3 and is now leading the way when it comes to sustainability across manufacturing and the supply chain. Our Electrifying.com research shows that two thirds of consumers are concerned about the environmental impact of how their car was made and the Green Hero award will help the increasing number of car buyers looking for clarity in this area. Congratulations to BMW for its work in this area."
To discover more about BMW Electric, view our Electric Hub: | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Since 1982 Michaell Lalwani & Kenny Mirpuri started LK Tailors and today has a team of over 200 skilled hands work around the clock to ensure the quality and delivery on time.
They firmly believe that no other suit or shirt can compare a bespoke suit or shirt as it is exclusively hand cut and hand made for your unique taste & measurement.
Michael thinks that every suit is an artwork which is created exclusively & uniquely for you.
In bespoke couture he strives to personalize the dream suit for his clients. Bespoke tailoring gives you a distinctive and iconic approach.
Michael and his team maintain a long-established connection between craftsmen and client with a keen awareness to silhouette.
They pride themselves from having a large collection of handpicked fabrics from the finest mills from across the world such as from England, France & Italy and many such other international destinations. They fabrics range from cottons, linens, superfine wools, worsted wools and cashmere blends. The exclusive selections also include Marzoni, Ermenegildo Zegna, Nino Cerruti, Gianni Versace, Givenchy, Valentino, Scabal, Dormeuil, Fintex, Holland & Sherry, Vitale Barberis Canonico and Loro Piano.
His team of experienced Master Tailors will also make frequent trips around the world with their teams to serve their clients who are located worldwide. Michael and his team will book hotels in various cities and convert hotel rooms into a mini bespoke shop. There, they invite the clients who are already under appointment ahead of their trip. Countries they much of the time visit during the year include: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Finland, France, Germany, Holland (Netherlands), Ireland, New Zealand, Switzerland, United Kingdom and United States.
Michael and his team understand that each body type & shape is completely different than the other. That is why they follow the most advanced body measurement system prevalent today. He will take 3 different angle pictures of the body shape to create the suit which is uniquely fitting to your body shape.
Their team of world class tailors will then follow a paper pattern drafting system in stitching the suit or shirt in which the paper cut measurement is kept in their database records so that their clients can re-order the same fitting suit or shirt whenever you feel the need.
Their measurement procedure is one of its kind because they follow a step by step guide that helps their tailors to create 100% custom fit suits and shirts. The process they follow allows them to measure each body part accurately and if they need to leave any extra spaces or inches. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Evernote quote block improvements & some behind the scenes chat
Newsletter housekeeping: The latest version for PC & Mac is 10.113.4. You can grab it from the download page. Latest mobile version is 10.112.0.
Many thanks to all the folk who have supported Taming the Trunk, its much appreciated. If you find this article useful and have it in your pocket to support my efforts you can tip me a coffee here.
Do you use quote blocks?
They were introduced a few months ago and I've been using them from time to time but one issue a lot of folk had was that once you opened a quote block you were in it forever!
You could never get out unless you'd added an extra line space on the page before adding the never-ending quote.
That's fixed now so if you hit enter twice inside the quote, the quote block will end much like it does with bullets and numbered lists.
A few more quote block tips
Not new, but a way to add the quote formatting to existing text is to select the text, go to the insert menu at the top left of the editor and then choose 'Quote'. The text you've selected will automatically become a quote.
You can also do the reverse and select all the text in a quote and then go to the insert menu, click 'Quote' and the formatting will be removed.
The keyboard shortcut for quotes is '>" so type this followed by a space and you get into the quote.
You can also get to them from the '/' commands.
Do you use quote blocks? Let me know in the comments.
Behind the scenes of Evernote
A very interesting YouTube clip surfaced the other day from a very different source to the usual Evernote content.
The chat is over an hour long and it’s fascinating and a little techy.
The video is linked below but here's a quick list of the points I noted when watching last night.
Interesting Bending Spoons stuff
Bending Spoons first acquisition was a small keyboard app for iPhones back in 2013 and they bought it with money left over from a failed app called, would you believe it, "EverTail", which was an automatic daily journal based on what you did on your phone using very early AI/machine learning. I wonder if the name was inspired by Evernote?
Currently, at the time of the video Bending Spoons has $700M in revenue.
The company has been profitable since year 1.
They buy companies using their own money and do so for long term results
Bending Spoons have about a 1% churn of staff compared to an industry standard of 6 - 8%.
Around 450 folk in the company.
Overall web traffic for Bending Spoons is around 100,000 requests per second.
Interesting Evernote stuff
They acquired Evernote to own and operate it forever.
The old tech setup was around 750 bare metal servers running Java Virtual Machines. Even when they migrated to Google Cloud around 2017ish they only transferred the old servers to new servers with a manual setup. It’s now being, or has been transferred to a more modern cloud infrastructure.
Before RENT and RTE sync engines came online the app itself polled the server for data. "Hello, has something happened, hello has something happened". Now sync happens in real time.
Some sync actions now take one tenth of the time they used to.
Whilst long term projects are on the go it was important to make sure things were happening so easier to build functionality was looked at. For example, collapsible sections took just a couple of weeks to build.
They are closer than ever to the shutting down the giant mystic Evernote monolith programme (live image below!), hopefully by the end of the year and they are on track. The developers refer to it "as an entity, a villain" and something to be afraid of and want it shut down.
Even if the tech goes over your head a little it’s worth a watch as they go into hiring processes and an awful lot more.
The very famous Evernote Expert and YouTube star Vlad Campos has posted up some cool new videos about his new Timeline System.
The general theory behind the system is that you can track all of the things happening in your work and personal life and see a quick status of where it’s at.
The video below explains it much better.
This video shows you how to setup the timeline system using Evernote.
Have a great weekend
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Bangkok, 1 December, 2015 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in conjunction with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and the Rowing and Canoeing Association of Thailand will celebrate the majestic Chao Phraya River and the much-admired Thai way of waterfront life with the International Swan Boat Race 2015. Reflecting vernacular heritage pass down from generation to generation, the swan boat race is an integral part of livelihood along the kingdom’s main artery.
Swan boat athletes from across Thailand, as well as 16 international teams, will compete in the championships, which are being hosted by TAT and will be held from 19-20 December, 2015, on the Chao Phraya River, Suan Luang Rama VIII Park, Bangkok.
The Chao Phraya River has played a vital role for the Thai people providing a place to work, live, and play. And on every full moon of the first lunar month, the river tides change, so free from agricultural duties, the Thai residents along the River of Kings join together in a boat race spectacle that is second to none.
As documented in the Du Royaume de Siam by the French diplomat Simon de la Loubère during the reign of King Louis XIV of France, the boat race perfectly depicts the unique identity of the Siamese Kingdom, and the fun and unified way of life.
Mr. Yuthasak Supasorn, TAT Governor said, “Continuing the momentum we built during the Discover Thainess campaign, which aims at leveraging all aspects of Thailand to be experiences enjoyed by local and international tourists, the Thailand International Swan Boat Race will provide a glimpse into how Thai river life is celebrate in addition to the renowned Loi Krathong Festival.”
Joining the local long-boat athletes vying for His Majesty the King’s and Her Majesty the Queen’s Royal Trophies are 16 international swan boat paddlers from 10 countries including the United Kingdom, Iran, China, Korea, Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Thailand. Along with the Prime Minister’s Trophy, together the event offers over 2 million Baht in prizes.
“Set against the beautiful riverfront scenery of the statue of King Rama VIII and the adjacent Rama VIII Bridge, participants in the Thailand International Swan Boat Race 2015 will be able to experience other unseen attractions along the Chao Phraya River; such as, the Suan Luang Rama VIII Park where visitors can view the iconic waterfront structures on the Phra Nakhon side of the river including Phra Sumen Fortress, Wat Sam Phraya, and the Bank of Thailand Museum housed in the elegant mansion of Bang Khunphrom Palace,” Mr Yuthasak added.
Admission to the Thailand International Swan Boat Race 2015 is free and can be watched by live broadcast on the Thairath TV channel, on 20 December, 2015 during 15.00 – 17.00 Hrs.
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You’ve had Netflix, you’ve had iTunes; the next contestant in the great “Battle of the Online Movie Services” is Sony’s Qriocity.
Heading to anything with a Xross Media Bar on it (be it your PS3 or soon-to-be-released web-connected Sony sets) in February, you’ll be able to stream video in standard-definition or 720p straight to your screen.
Theres already a load of film publishers backing the service, and Sony promise “hundreds” of films ready to go at launch.
Inspired use of the letter “Q” aside, it’s a pretty dumb name for a rather important service. Here’s hoping more thought went into the service than the moniker it wears heavily around its neck. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
One of the most extensive pieces of research into workers’ sentiments towards AI has just been released, and has shown that most developers are actually quite happy to use tools such as ChatGPT.
The figures come from programmer Q&A site Stack Overflow, which recorded responses from more than 90,000 developers from 185 countries in relation to generative AI in coding.
On the whole, uptake is high and generative AI use cases are aplenty, but even so, just a small handful of workers highly trust their accuracy.
Developers like ChatGPT
Only 3% of the 90,000 workers highly trust the tools, despite more than two-thirds collectively either using AI tools (44%) or planning to soon (26%). OpenAI, which stole the limelight in November with the launch of ChatGPT, is clearly leading the way. The aforementioned AI writer is a firm favorite among those seeking AI search tools, while the GPT-powered Github Copilot is an AI developer tool top pick.
According to the results, there is a clear geographical divide with countries like India and Brazil most likely to use AI tools as part of their development workflow, with the US and Western European countries including the UK, France, and Germany least likely.
Alongside the already widely recognized benefits relating to increased productivity and efficiency, many new starters are favoring artificial intelligence for its ability to help speed up learning. In fact, more than half (55%) of those learning to code are using AI tools.
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Comparing the company’s early days in 2008 with 2023’s problems and solutions, Stack Overflow CEO Prashanth Chandrasekar said:
“There is no doubt that generative AI will democratize coding and grow the developer community by several folds… The future of the modern tech landscape - will be about quality of data, trust in the accuracy of data, and the communities of experts and human beings curating that data.”
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I work as a freelance proofreader and it can become tiresome when reading pdf file page by page looking for grammatical errors. I have heard that there are online english grammar software for correcting grammar in pdf files, but I do not have the time to upload each individual pdf file.
Is there an "offline" to check english grammar software in pdf file?
English grammar software in PDF
Mr. Kevin M Reinkie,
Usually Microsoft Office is used to check the spelling and grammar issues.
First I would like to suggest you to use the Microsoft Office grammar check.
On other hand, you can use third party software to check the grammar and spelling mistakes.
You should try Ginger for this purpose.
Ginger will check your text deeply for grammar issues.
It will also tell you some suggestions to replace the existing word with new one.
Here I am going to post a link for you to download ginger software.
It is definitely free.
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Tsū (‘Sue’) is a Social media and payment platform, and the latest social media network to pop up. Unlike Ello, which billed itself as an “anti-Facebook”, this platform is already developed, complete with mobile apps.
Tsu’s slogan is simple “Because the content you create and your time spent sharing it are worth being paid for”. Well, that sounds great. As a content creator, I like get paid for the content that I create, but…
My initial Tsū observations:
People Think Facebook is greedy. After repeated abuses and violations of people’s privacy it is not unreasonable to assume that people generally dislike Facebook. In the days before the graphical web browser was invented I ran what was called a “BBS”. People wrote on walls, played cheesy games, and shared things with each other. After the web took off people were blogging. You could subscribe to their feed via RSS but if you weren’t a computer geek this was like learning Greek. Facebook came along and made it easy for Grandma to see pictures of the kids and induced businesses to join. It was nothing more than the natural evolution of what had already been going on for 15 years and then they suddenly you have the CEO calling users “Dumb F**ks”, raking in billions of dollars, and making sure businesses could no longer reach their audience without paying up.
There is no learning curve. Tsu is essentially a Facebook clone. If you can use Facebook, you can use Tsu.
People buy dreams. You could get paid to use it. But would you actually make any money? You’d have to have some really good content to drag people over to Tsu. Grandma has no interest in using 15 different social media platforms. Can you drag her over? Even if you could, does she even click on any of the ads (intentionally)? Still, the dream of getting paid to use social media is appealing to many people. Making money online is a dream. People buy dreams, that is why salesmen and con-artists succeed and always will. Heck, people are still sending money via Western Union to Nigeria because they think they have inherited 5 million dollars.
Is this a pyramid scheme? Kind of, but not completely- anyone you bring over is in your “tree”. When they make money, or when the people they invite make money, so do you. As of now, the ads being displayed on Tsu are very cheap ads. If you don’t mind making a tenth of a cent here and there, then this could be the network for you. There is nothing illegal with what they’re doing, so I suppose it is more of an MLM.
Will people actually use Tsu? In the early days of online auction sites, eBay emerged as the winner. Could another auction site replace eBay? I buy things on eBay 3 or 4 times a week. I also sell on eBay. I go there to buy everything from shaving supplies to vehicles. Why? because there is a gigantic selection of sellers. Why do I sell things on eBay? Because there is a massive amount of buyers. If I have electronics priced to sell, I can throw them on eBay and have them sold in as little as 10 minutes. Just like on eBay, Facebook has consumers and producers. People go to Facebook to consume content and produce content for their friends. Sharing content really is no fun if nobody sees it, and going to a site to see content is no fun if your friends are not there. Could Tsu get everyone to leap at the same time? I do not see that happening.
Content can’t be accessed, index, or shared properly. How are you going to build your audience if you can’t share your content? Are you just going to tell people “Hey I put something really awesome up over on Tsu, but you need to sign up to see it.” Hmm, I don’t like the sound of that.
So of course, if you are going to join Tsu, please use our link. You have to use someone’s, why not use ours? http://www.tsu.co/telapost
I do not have high hopes for Tsu. I am not holding my breath. So far we have earned $0.01 on Tsu. Of course, we’re not there to make money.
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Governor Rick Perry's campaign married politics with personalized marketing this fall when it sent out thousands of customized videos to supporters. Each recieved a video message with the governor saying the recipient's first name, followed by a campaign call to action.
The technology is made possible by an Austin-based company called BizGreet, which doesn't usually work with political campaigns. But both the company and the campaign say they've found the experiment in this innovation to be successful.
"It's said that if you say someone's name you can stop their brain. And it really is true," said Mat Harris, BizGreet founder.
But how useful is this kind of campaign tool to the voter? Should politicians be sold this way? | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission recently issued financial services firm WisdomTree a $4 million fine for greenwashing. Per an ESG Dive report, the firm was penalized for falsely representing its execution of three of its funds' ESG — or environmental, social, and governance — investment strategies.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission recently fined WisdomTree Asset Management $4 million for greenwashing, finding the company failed to comply with an ESG investment strategy the financial services firm advertised.
According to the cease-and-desist filing, the New York-based firm made misstatements about the investment strategy of three exchange-traded funds — the WisdomTree International ESG Fund, the WisdomTree Emerging Markets ESG Fund, and the WisdomTree U.S. ESG Fund.
From March 2020 to November 2022, WisdomTree advertised that these three funds would not invest in companies that were "involved in certain controversial products or activities," specifically mentioning "fossil fuels" and "tobacco" as excluded from the portfolios. But, according to the filing, the SEC found the funds did, in fact, invest in companies in those sectors.
The filing says WisdomTree relied on insufficient data from a third-party ratings and research firm when screening companies for the ESG-marketed funds. Even further, the SEC found WisdomTree was aware its screening process was flawed, likely finding the discrepancy when preparing ESG characteristics reports for the funds.
Why is WidsomTree's ESG fund misrepresentation important?
Being intentional with your dollars is a major way consumers can intertwine climate justice into their daily lives. While it's important to research where your money is going, sometimes that research can lead to greenwashed claims.
When companies make statements about their environmental impact, it's essential that those claims are factual and properly represented. If a company's ESG statements are exaggerated or entirely false, it's likely greenwashing. When a company greenwashes its products or services, its customers are misguided about what their money is truly funding. And that is troubling when trying to use your spending power for good.
The SEC said in a release that the enforcement action against WisdomTree was made because the three funds "made precisely the types of investments that investors would not have expected … based on WisdomTree's disclosures."
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What's being done to keep other companies from misrepresenting their ESG activities?
Unfortunately, the SEC recently disbanded its Climate and ESG Task Force, saying the task force had created adequate groundwork for the broader agency to address greenwashing if and when needed — as a Harvard Law School forum post indicated. While that is still the intention of the SEC, it does indicate a step back in confronting climate and ESG concerns with considered dedication.
The Natural Resources Defense Council says the best short-term means of tackling greenwashing is to build awareness through activism and education. But the organization says that the government has to take the lead to "reduce the burden [of addressing greenwashing] on consumers" through laws and penalties.
According to the NRDC, the Federal Trade Commission — which protects consumer interests, while the SEC protects investor interests — has prosecuted greenwashing violators fewer than 100 times since the early 1990s. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
The Cape Ann Museum is preparing to re-open its main campus at 27 Pleasant Street to the public on Oct. 1 with new safety precautions for social distancing, reduced capacity, touch-less doors, increased cleaning, and other measures that adhere to Gov. Baker’s Phase 3 re-opening plan and to protect the public while enjoying the museum’s renowned art and maritime collections.
Museum members were able to return to the Pleasant Street campus last week, on Sept. 24, and the Museum’s new Cape Ann Museum Green off Grant Circle had opened to the public on Sept. 17 including the contemporary archival collections storage and public exhibition space, the Janet & William Ellery James Center.
At the new Cape Ann Museum Green, visitors can see images from The Porch-Rait Project, photographs of Gloucester families taken early in the COVID 19 pandemic as a benefit to The Open Door.
“We are overjoyed to announce that we can re-open with the necessary precautions required by the state,” said Museum Director Oliver Barker. “As the global pandemic hit in March, we closed our doors to protect the staff and public. Since then, I think we have all been feeling the need to return to a place of inspiration, to see art that reminds us of the beautiful places in which we live, and to feel a sense of normalcy again by visiting the Museum and our new Cape Ann Museum Green campus.”
When visitors return to Pleasant Street on Oct. 1, they will see a newly re-installed and updated Lane Gallery, showcasing the work of marine artist Fitz Henry Lane (1804-1865). There are three special exhibitions: Tom and T.M. Nicholas: A Father and Son’s Journey in Paint, which has been extended through November 1; Odds Were Against Me, featuring works by 20th century sculptors, Anna Vaughn Hyatt Huntington and Katharine Lane Weems, on view through January 3, 2021; and Our Souls are by Nature Equal to Yours, an exhibit exploring the life of early feminist writer Judith Sargent Murray, on view through November 8.
Because of safety precautions, the museum has taken measures, including opening with limited opening hours from Thursday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to allow for ample cleaning. The time slot of 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. will be reserved for high risk populations to visit.
The museum will only allow seven percent occupancy in the galleries. There will be no public access to the Auditorium, Activity Center, or Davis House until further notice. As a result, all visitors will need to make a reservation to ensure limited capacity.
The library and archives remain closed due to ventilation issues, but access to the entire collection can be found online. Visitors are required to wear masks throughout their time in the Museum. (Anyone without a mask will be offered one upon entry.) Social distancing in the galleries and throughout the Museum will be enforced by staff and security guards. Limited docent tours will be offered. Increased cleaning will happen during the Museum’s off-hours. Main entrance and bathroom doors have been redesigned to open automatically for touch free access.
The Cape Ann Museum has been in existence since the 1870s, working to preserve and celebrate the history and culture of the area and to keep it relevant to today’s audiences. Spanning 44,000 square feet, the Museum is one of the major cultural institutions on Boston’s North Shore welcoming more than 25,000 local, national and international visitors each year to its exhibitions and programs. In addition to fine art, the Museum’s collections include decorative art, textiles, artifacts from the maritime and granite industries, three historic homes, a Library & Archives and a sculpture park in the heart of downtown Gloucester. In June 2021, the Museum will officially open the 12,000 square foot Janet & William Ellery James Center at the Cape Ann Museum Green. The campus also includes three historic buildings – the White Ellery House (1710), an adjacent Barn (c. 1740), and the recently acquired Babson-Alling House (c.1740), all located on the site at the intersection of Washington and Poplar Streets in Gloucester. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
AB InBev chief marketing officer quits following Bud Light sales dip
The US chief marketing officer for Anheuser-Busch, Benoit Garbe, has resigned from the role and leaves the business at the end of the year.
The decision, which follows the company seeing its Bud Light brand plummet in sales after its partnership with a transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney, will see Garbe, “embark on a new chapter in his career,” according to a statement released by the beer giant.
The beer company has seen drastically declining sales connected to its Bud Light brand since the spring. The situation, which saw conservative drinkers vowing to boycott the beer brand after transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney posted about it on her Instagram also led to a backlash from LGBTQ+ rights groups alleging the company didn’t do enough to support her.
Mulvaney then publicly shared how she felt abandoned by the company after facing “more bullying and transphobia” due to the partnership.
Bud Light continues to lose market share in the US to brands such as Modelo Especial, which recently overtook Bud Light in sales for the first time.
Now there are due to be fewer people to guide the brand’s marketing, reports indicate that the plan is for the company’s US chief commercial officer Kyle Norrington to “oversee and be fully dedicated to all aspects of its marketing activities”.
In addition, two other sales leads will soon also report to Anheuser-Busch CEO Brendan Whitworth with the hope that the changes will “reduce layers” within the organisation.
Speaking about the reshuffle, Whitworth insisted: “These senior leadership changes will accelerate our return to growth as we continue to focus on what we do best — brewing great beer for everyone and earning our place in moments that matter.”
Back in July, AB InBev laid off hundreds of workers across its US corporate staff after months of decline for its Bud Light brand. AB InBev stated at the time that the job cuts would “simplify and reduce layers” within the business and referred to the job cuts simply as new “corporate structure changes” for the beer company. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Beach Week: Floridian Flair
I am not really a beach person but being in the BVI’s for for the past few days for spring break may have changed my mind. Something about the salt air and sweet drinks in the sun just relaxes even the most uptight soul.
No beach in the US has captivated my attention like Alys Beach. This Florida beach with a moroccan flair is one to captivate any design lover.
I was thrilled when Elizabeth Ralls, editor in chief of Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, shared this fabulous story.
“It’s always a treat when the masterminds behind some of Atlanta’s most beloved retail stores share their personal projects with us. Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles was thrilled to shine the spotlight on the former Alys Beach, Florida abode of Interior Philosophy co-owner Mandy Mayers. This is a luscious, layered retreat in which every crevice feels intensely personal–such a great way to get a feel for the treasures you might find within her showroom. Great pains were taken to bring the outdoors in, and I love how in certain places, it feels unexpected, such as a second-floor bathroom filled with natural light–and killer views of the Gulf of Mexico just outside the windows.” – Elizabeth Calls
Interior Philosophy co-owner Mandy Mayers fashions an Alys retreat with Moroccan-inspired details that pair perfectly with Florida’s crystal-blue coast.
Written by Jeanne Lyons Davis * Styled by Jill Sharp Weeks * Photographed by Brian Bieder
Textural details abound.
Alys Beach Town Architects Erik Vogt and Marieanne Khoury-Vogt designed the 3,400-square-foot Alys Beach home for Mandy Mayers and her husband.
A 5-foot-tall brass lantern, custom-made in Morocco, anchors the combined kitchen-living area, where more than 1,000 sandblasted white oak pieces create a square pattern on the custom ceiling.
Mandy Mayers, co-owner of Interior Philosophy, stands on the second story of her Alys Beach home.
The soapstone hearth boasts circular clay balls while stacked birch logs add a decorative touch below the contemporary gas fireplace.
A serene driftwood work by Sandee O. from Interior Philosophy sets the tone for the tranquil dining space, where an industrial zinc-topped table with a metallic-finished iron base holds court next to the lime-washed oak chairs and gold-speckled cowhide rug.
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09 February 2016
The PAD (Pavilion Art+Design) welcomes two jewelry galleries, Karry Gallery and miniMASTERPIERCE. The first is Karine Berrebi, known for her distinct selection of 1960s and 70s jewelry. The second is that of Esther Beaucé, specializing in contemporary artists’ jewelry.
From March 31st to April 3rd 2016 – Tuileries Gardens
Beyond aesthetics, Christopher Esber believes in the positive virtues that certain crystals worn directly on the skin possess.
Botter, the Dutch creative duo made up of Lisi Herrebrugh and Rushemy Botter have turned colorful little cars into jewelry.
In this issue we offer a non-exhaustive overview of pieces heralding these new jewelry values.
On “Wing Shop” the new e-shop of Noor Fares, you can entirely customize the “Fly Me to the Moon” earrings. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Louth County Council has invested heavily in Drogheda’s local infrastructure to ensure the town is ready ahead of next month’s Fleadh Cheoil Na hÉireann.
The fleadh is the world’s largest celebration of Irish music, language, song and dance. Over half a million people attended the weeklong event last year.
The Fleadh Executive Committee is expecting many more for this year’s event, with many thousands set to travel from as far as the USA and Australia.
Tickets are now available to purchase for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2019 and the line-up of events and performances will take place every day from Sunday 11th through to Sunday 18th August 2019.
Louth County Council has invested in local amenities to ensure that the Louth town – and its surrounding areas – are prepared for the crowds to pour in.
The Chief Executive of Louth County Council, Joan Martin, pointed out that substantial investment in the town has led to significant improvements in almost every street.
“Drogheda will capitalise on the long term benefits of the Fleadh as the international spotlight is again set to shine on the town. This will be good for the town, for business and the community,” she said.
This year’s Fleadh boasts some of the country’s most talented traditional musicians, singers and dancers, including, among many others, Nathan Carter, Martin Hayes, Damien Dempsey, Horslips and Stockton’s Wing. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER – “Simmons’s evocative account of her remarkable trajectory from Jim Crow Texas, where she was the youngest of twelve children in a sharecropping family, to the presidencies of Smith College and Brown University shines with tenderness and dignity.”–The New York Times Book Review (Editors’ Choice)
“A riveting work of literature, destined to take its place in the canon of great African American autobiographies.”–Henry Louis Gates, Jr., Harvard University A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: The New Yorker, The New York Times Book Review, Bloomberg, BETI was born at a crossroads: a crossroads in history, a crossroads in culture, and a geographical crossroad in North Houston County in East Texas. Born in 1945, Ruth J. Simmons grew up the twelfth child of sharecroppers. Her first home had no running water, no electricity, no books to read. Yet despite this–or, in her words, because of it–Simmons would become the first Black president of an Ivy League university. The former president of Smith College, Brown University, and Prairie View A&M, Texas’s oldest HBCU, Simmons has inspired generations of students as she herself made history. In Up Home, Simmons takes us back to Grapeland to show how the people who love us when we are young shape who we become. We meet her caring, tireless mother who managed to feed her large family with an often empty pantry; her father, who refused to let racial and economic injustice crush his youngest daughter’s dreams; the doting brothers and sisters; and the attentive teachers who welcomed Ruth into the classroom, guiding her to a future she could hardly imagine as a child. From the farmland of East Texas to Houston’s Fifth Ward to New Orleans at the dawn of the civil rights movement, Simmons depicts an era long gone but whose legacies of inequality we still live with today. Written in clear and timeless prose, Up Home is both an origin story set in the segregated South and the uplifting chronicle of a girl whose intellect, grace, and curiosity guide her as she creates a place for herself in the world. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Let’s face it – most of us like having white teeth. Not the blindingly white variety that many US celebrities favour, just pleasantly pearly. Yellow, stained teeth are perceived as unattractive and can generate negative impressions.
But sometimes, even with brushing and flossing two or three times a day, you can still end up with a distinct shade of dingy beige. So, what’s causing the staining and what can you do to prevent it?
Apart from smoking being terrible for your health (including the increased risk of mouth cancer), the tar and other ingredients in the smoke stain your teeth. Rather than recommending you use a particular toothpaste, it would be best if you could stop smoking altogether. It’s not easy, but the NHS offers some helpful advice here. Some people find hypnotherapy and meditation help. Red wine, tea, and coffee If you drink a lot of coffee or tea (even fruit tea) throughout the day to keep you going, then unwind with a few glasses of red wine in the evening, it’s hardly surprising your teeth are stained. The acid in these drinks do more than stain; it eats away your tooth enamel. If enough enamel is eroded, the yellow dentine underneath will show through and bleaching your teeth won’t help. To limit the damage these tannins can do, rinse your mouth out as soon as you can after having tea, coffee, and red wine, plus consider drinking your cabernet sauvignon through a straw. And although white wine won’t directly stain your teeth, the acid can still harm your enamel if you drink too much.
Every dentist says sugar isn’t good for your teeth – but there’s good reason for that! The sugar in sweets, cake and even fruit juice is bad enough, but the real damage is done by the bacteria that loves to feed on the sugary residue left on your teeth. The bacteria releases acid that eats away your enamel, allowing staining, decay, and that lovely yellow dentine to show through. You don’t have to give up your biscuits and pop – just moderate your intake and remember to brush. Incidentally, anything carbonated is acidic, so even sugar-free pop can damage your teeth if you drink enough of it.
Using a toothpaste designed to whiten your teeth can help but be careful not to use one that has harmful abrasives, as they can remove enamel as well as stains. If you brush your teeth as recommended by your dentist, you should only need to use a whitening toothpaste once or twice a week. Bicarbonate of soda has gained popularity as a natural whitening substance, however baking soda is abrasive, so using it to brush your teeth is not recommended.
Teeth Whitening Treatment
If your teeth are badly stained, there are different treatments available at your dental practice to whiten your teeth. You can have bespoke teeth trays made to use at home with a whitening gel containing peroxide. The beauty of the trays is that you can bleach your teeth in the comfort of your own home whenever you feel it’s necessary. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Cerro Coso's Coyote Corner
The Tehachapi campus of Cerro Coso Community College, 126 S. Snyder Ave., invites the public to enjoy a unique viewing experience of the popular 90's classic Hocus Pocus on Friday, Oct. 28 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the quad.
Join them in the quad for an outdoor fun, free, spooky, Halloween movie night.
Drive-in movies are virtually a thing of the past, movie goers are encouraged to bring their family, friends, blankets, and lawn chair to enjoy a unique moving-going experience.
Hocus Pocus is a 1993 American fantasy comedy film that follows a villainous comedic trio of witches (Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy) who are inadvertently resurrected by a teenage boy (Omri Katz) in Salem, Massachusetts on Halloween. The film is directed by Kenny Ortega and written by Neil Cuthbert and Mick Garris.
Free popcorn and treats, just bring a bowl!
Wear your favorite costume or come just as you are.
Get in the Halloween spirit and join them in the quad for a unique outdoor movie experience.
The first 30 people to attend will receive a ghoulish goodie bag.
For more information call (661) 823-4986. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Make Your Own Mickey Mouse Icon Bead Ornament by Guest Blogger Amy Anderson
20 – 10 mm Faceted Green Beads
31 – 8 mm Faceted Red Beads
10 – 10 mm Faceted Clear Beads
20 Gauge Wire
Mickey Mouse Head Template
Step 1 – Bend wire following a Mickey Mouse head template. Leave a little extra hanging over when starting. Begin at the point where the top of the head and the left ear join (Point A). Go around the left ear and then down the left side of the head. Continue around to where the right ear and the top of the head join (Point D). Go around the right ear and across the top of the head. Leave a little extra when you get back to the starting point. You will have two wires going across the bottom of both ears.
Step 2 – Start putting the beads on in the order you choose from the left ear. (I did red, green, red, green, red, white and repeat sequence.) Put the beads on until the beads are solid from the two wires that meet on the right ear (Point C) and where the bottom of the left ear meets the face (Point B).
Step 3 – Take the wire and put it through the beads so the wires are doubled in the beads (Between Point C & A). Usually it is about 3 beads but decide what you like best.
Step 4 – Finish putting beads on the right ear and pull the wire through the beads where the wires are doubled (Between Point B & D). Similar to the left ear.
Step 5 – Put the beads across the top of the head and you are done with adding beads. Take the 2 extra amounts of wire and tie the ends off. I wrapped the 2 wires together and then wrapped that around a space between 2 beads.
Step 6 – Lay your Beaded Mickey Mouse Head onto your template and shape your ornament the way you like it.
Congrats you have now made yourself a Beaded Mickey Mouse Ornament. You can either add a ribbon to the top or hang it with an ornament hook.
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Xiaomi ventured into India half a decade ago as a smartphone competitor before moving on to mobile accessories, TVs and smart gadgets. But the Chinese giant has much more products under its ecosystem, some of them you’d wish were available in India, not just as a product but also combined with an after-sale service. And now, Xiaomi is doing exactly that as it’s now adding more products to its Indian catalogue through a new e-commerce platform. It’s essentially an App labelled as Xiaomi ShareSave which is the official app through which Xiaomi will start selling some of its China-exclusive products in India.
The move seems to be a way to test waters before the Chinese company officially launches itsnon-mobile devices in India. Xiaomi has listed 30 products at the time of the writing, from smart bulbs, watches to water bottles and toothbrushes. Once successful, these products will join XIaomi’s India product line which has recently added theMi LED TV 55-inch 4X PRO, 43-inch 4A PRO, Mi Soundbar andMi AirPOP PM.25 Anti-Pollution Mask.
While prices of the products are listed in USD, users can view their total sum in Indian Rupee. Interestingly, users will not be charged any import fees neither will there be any additional charges for delivery to a location. We tried adding a PIN code for delivery to the North East and we can verify there weren’t any extra delivery charges involved.
Additionally, Xiaomi is offering a total of four coupons for new users of the app which amount to a total of Rs 714. Of the available coupons, there are two Rs 143 coupons and single coupons of Rs 72 and Rs 356 each.
One promising feature about the ShareSave app is that Xiaomi will be offering complete after-sales service, home delivery and local service support for the products in the list, something users weren’t offered when buying a Chinese variant of a product from a third-party site.
One thing we witnessed is that when we tried adding a new address for delivery, ShareSave made it clear that users shopping on the platform will need to complete their KYC norms. The app thus wants you to upload documents related to KYC including either of the Passport or the Aadhaar Card an ID proof for customs clearance of the imported goods. While this might not be a concerning thought for many, there is still an abundant number of Indians without either of the documents and for them to shop on the app will be close to impossible.
Getting back to the main app, Xiaomi ShareSave offers a social e-commerce experience allowing users to bring in their friends and contacts for additional discounts. There’s a ‘Pair-up’ option which will let you shop for the same product with a friend for an extra discount while the ‘Drop’ mode will get your purchase value to drop to zero (or free) if you have gathered enough friends for a group buy. Lastly, Xiaomi is also pushing a ‘Kickstart’ menu for items which need crowdfunding. Kickstart will allow users to invest an amount on a product with the possibility to get up to 10 times the investment when the product achieves full funding.
Some of the products listed in the ShareSave app include the CIGA X-series watch, MIIIW Bluetooth Keyboard, MIIIW Intelligent Mousepad, Soocas Electric Toothbrushes, Electric Mop, Yeelight Smart Bulbs, Yeelight Motion Sensor light, Yeelight Candle and Light strips, Car fresheners, Cable clips, Water bottles and more. We’re yet to see other China-made Xiaomi devices like the MI Notebook Air and Mi Notebook Pro on the app but we hope to get them in the near future.
ShareSave is currently available in India through the Google Play Store for all Android smartphones. There has been no word on whether the app will be released for iOS devices on the Apple App Store or if Xiaomi plans to regions other than India for the app to function. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
This past Sunday members of various fraternities and sororities on campus walked around campus with Free Hugs signs and buttons as part of the Dance Floor Theory motivational training to learn about and discuss new, interesting methods of recruiting for the spring semester.
The Dance Floor Theory is a student leadership program developed by Tom Krieglstein through the company he founded with Kevin Prentiss, Swift Kick. According to Krieglstein’s website, Krieglstein and his company work with campus leaders all over the country to help them develop an environment where all students feel “welcomed, connected, and engaged.”
The idea to bring Krieglstein to campus came about when Student Affairs and Higher Education graduate student and Program Coordinator of CSIL, Natalie Polana, 22, attended a conference in Gettysburg and watched Krieglstein speak. Because the Dance Floor Theory is a student motivational training program, Polana thought it would be a good idea to bring it to Greek Life. President of the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) and communications BA major Maggie Burns, 21, organized the program for the myriad of fraternities and sororities on campus as training for the Executive Board members, especially newly elected members. The training was meant to help familiarize the new members with the campus and with their positions as student leaders.
Polana said she felt the training also assisted in motivating the participating students to get a good start on the semester, especially with Greek Life recruitment coming up.
As a graduate student in a Master’s program, Polana said that it was good for those who participated because programs and events like this build a better community within Greek Life.
Polana said the Dance Floor Theory in general is great for providing more opportunities as a leader because more friends equal more fun.
“The more people you know on campus, the easier it is to be more approachable,” Polana said.
Freshman psychology major and Recruitment Director for Alpha Sigma Phi, Lemarr Terry, 19, said at first, he thought the Free Hugs training was odd and cheesy, but that he ended up really enjoying himself.
“Certain things like this that help build your confidence [in leadership positions] is key,” Terry said.
Junior marketing and finance major, Vice President of Pi Kappa Alpha, and President of SGA, Logan Steigerwalt, 20, said the training opened his eyes to how important it is to really get to know people.
Steigerwalt also said it turned him into a warmer person in regards to going up to and talking to people, and that it showed him the importance of going out of your comfort zone.
Student Affairs and Higher Education graduate student and Graduate Assistant for Greek Life, Stefanie Centola, 23, said that she felt the Free Hugs training helped build connections and relationships, not only within the Greek community, but throughout the student body. Centola also mentioned the negative stereotypes that circle Greek Life, and said programs like this help squash the stigma in a fun and unique way.
Polana and Centola both felt this training program was “really important to provide for students” and that “the CSIL wants students to be the best leaders they can be.”
Polana, Terry, and Centola all agreed that they felt that the Dance Floor Theory training should continue “for years to come,” as Terry said.
“You don’t realize how far doing something nice for someone can go,” said Steigerwalt. Giving someone a smile or greeting them with a friendly “hello” can encourage that person to do the same for someone they see or meet. “It will grow.”
Terry said he liked doing this training because some people don’t realize how powerful a hug can actually be. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Gingerbread - Mini Pot
In need of a treat? Look no further than the mouth-watering Gingerbread fragrance! It reminds us of stepping out of the cold and enjoying a hot gingerbread biscuit straight out of grandma's oven. The combination of gourmand notes of cookie, vanilla and caramel with the kick of warming spice is perfect to recreate the fun of winters past
Please note: At Theo’s Wax Creations everything is handmade by us and the beauty of this means no two will ever be exactly the same. Please be aware that products may differ in colour pigmentation, glitter volumes and occasionally size.
Disclaimer: Despite some of our fragrances smelling similar to brands and perfumes, we are in no way affiliated with and should not be confused with the originals. Copyrights and trademarks are property of the respective designers and/or manufacturers.
Wax Melt Safety
How to use our Wax Melts Safely
-- Always use a burner designed for wax melts
- we advise tea light burners as not all electric burners give off the same quality of scent throw, however both are fine to use!
- Check your burner before each use for cracks or chips. If found, dispose of immediately as this could bea serious fire hazard.
- Use 1x 4 hour unscented tea light and place the burner on a heatproof surface before lighting.
- Make sure all packaging is removed.
- Do not move once lit and allow to cool before moving again.
- Do not add Water.
- Always keep out of reach of Children and pets at all times.
- Do not leave your burner unattended when lit.
- Keep away from Draughts (open windows/ Windowsills).
- Always read the safety informationprovided with our products (Warning/safety/ CLP).
- Make sure the wax has covered the base of the burner bowl, be careful not to overfill.
All of our products are made in accordance to the European Regulation on classification labelling and packaging (CLP) which is located on the back of all our products. Please use at your own risk. We do not accept any responsibility for any damage caused as a result of the misuse of our products.
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Dan Ticktum has been disqualified from the Monza sprint race after DAMS were unable to provide the required fuel sample from his car, with Callum Ilott inheriting the win.
Ticktum pulled over after taking the chequered flag with concerns that he wouldn’t have enough fuel to make it back to parc-ferme and still provide the 0.08kg of fuel required by the FIA scrutineers. However, when a sample was taken Ticktum’s DAMS only had 0.05kg available.
Ilott and ART’s Christian Lundgaard are now joined by Mick Schumacher on the podium, and Nikita Mazepin moves into eighth place to take the final point.
By inheriting the victory, Ilott’s championship lead is increased from five to six points over Schumacher, and nine points over Robert Shwartzman. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
NEW DELHI, August 16, 2024: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has launched the application correction window for the SSC MTS 2024 recruitment, providing candidates with a critical two-day period to rectify any mistakes in their submitted forms.
This correction window, which began on August 16 and will close on August 17, 2024, is the last chance for applicants to ensure their details are accurate before the examination, which is set to take place from September 30 to November 14.
SSC MTS 2024 Information on the Correction Process
Candidates who have applied for the SSC MTS 2024 exam are urged to take advantage of this correction window to ensure their applications are free of errors. The correction process is accessible through the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in, where candidates must log in using their application number and password.
The SSC has emphasized that this is the final opportunity for applicants to make any necessary changes to avoid potential disqualification or complications during the recruitment process.
SSC MTS 2024 Correction Window Details
- Correction Dates: August 16-17, 2024
- Official Website: ssc.gov.in
- Correction Fee: Rs 200 for the first correction; Rs 500 for each subsequent correction.
- Total Vacancies: 9,583 positions, including 6,144 for MTS roles and 3,439 for Havaldar posts in CBIC and CBN.
Why Accurate Submissions Matter
The SSC MTS 2024 exam is a significant opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs, with over 9,000 vacancies available. Accurate submission of application details is crucial, as any errors could lead to disqualification or hinder the candidate’s chances of success.
The SSC’s correction window provides a straightforward, user-friendly process for applicants to make the necessary amendments to their forms. Candidates must act quickly, as the window closes on August 17, 2024, and no further corrections will be allowed after this date.
SSC MTS 2024 Exam Pattern and Important Details
The SSC MTS 2024 examination is structured into two sessions:
- Session 1: Focuses on Numerical and Mathematical Ability and Reasoning Ability and Problem-Solving, with a total of 40 questions (20 per section) and a duration of 45 minutes. This session is designed to test the foundational skills of the candidates.
- Session 2: Covers General Awareness and English Language and Comprehension, consisting of 50 questions (25 per section) with a 45-minute time limit. Unlike Session 1, Session 2 includes a negative marking scheme, where candidates will lose 1 mark for each incorrect answer.
Steps to Make Corrections
To access the correction facility, candidates must:
- Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.
- Log in using their unique application number and password.
- Follow the prompts to make corrections to their application forms.
- Pay the applicable correction fee (Rs 200 for the first correction, Rs 500 for each additional correction).
- Review the changes and submit the corrected form.
Final Thoughts and Action Steps
As the SSC MTS 2024 examination draws near, it is imperative for candidates to ensure their applications are accurate and complete. The correction window is a final safeguard against potential errors that could impact the recruitment process.
Candidates are encouraged to act swiftly, reviewing and amending their application forms before the correction window closes on August 17. Accurate and timely submission of application details will help candidates avoid unnecessary complications and increase their chances of success in the SSC MTS 2024 recruitment. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Meets water quality standards
This status is based on the latest sample, take on December 2nd, 2024 San Diego Coastkeeper updates the status of this beach as soon as test results become available. These results were posted to Swim Guide on December 2nd at 14:27.
Batiquitos Lagoon Outlet is sampled Weekly from January 1st to December 31st
The San Diego County Department of Environmental Health (DEH) monitors 81 coastal beaches across the county. Beaches are monitored year round. Samples are collected daily on a rotating basis; thus, each beach is tested once per week. Water quality testing done by the DEH is based on standards set forth by the state. San Diego County DEH tests for total coliforms, fecal coliforms, and enterococcus bacteria. San Diego Coastkeeper manager the beach water quality updates for this region. Beaches are updated in Swim Guide as results become available. Faecal Contamination Under the guidelines put forth by San Diego County DEH, no person shall operate or permit the operation of a beach or constructed beach unless the water quality in the swimming or bathing area meets the following state standards: Single Samples Total Coliforms: less than or equal to 1,000 total coliform bacteria per 100 ml if the ratio of fecal/total coliform bacteria exceeds 0.1 Fecal Coliforms: < / = 400 fecal coliform bacteria / 100 ml Enteroccoci: < / = 104 enterococcus bacteria / 100 ml Fecal/Total Ratio: < / = 10,000 total coliform bacteria / 100 ml Geometric Mean Total Coliforms: 1,000 organisms/100 m Fecal Coliforms: 200 organisms/100 ml Enteroccoci: 35 organisms/100ml If a beach does not meet the standards, an advisory is posted on the San Diego County DEH website (http://www.sdbeachinfo.com/). San Diego Coastkeeper post advisories through the Swim Guide app and website. The current water quality information is also available on San Diego Coastkeeper’s website: http://www.sdcoastkeeper.org/learn/swimmable/san-diego-water-quality/beach-advisories.html San Diego County DEH has two levels of beach postings: Advisories are issued when beach water quality may exceed health standards. Closures are issued when sewage or other chemical spills impact or can potentially impact beach water quality. Note that both advisories and closures are marked RED in Swim Guide. Health advisories are rescinded when the above standards are met. Monitoring Status A beach is marked GREEN in Swim Guide when samples results are below the standards set forth by the state for single samples AND the geometric mean (average of 5 samples). A beach is marked RED when samples results are above the standards set forth by the state for single samples AND the geometric mean (average of 5 samples). A beach is marked GREY if there is no current results or no available information.
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This status is based on the latest sample. Satilla Riverkeeper updates the status of this beach as soon as test results become available. .
Satilla River - FFA Camp Landing is sampled Monthly from January 1st to December 31st
Satilla Riverkeeper monitors water quality at seven recreational sites on the Satilla River in Georgia. Satilla has been part of Georgia’s Environmental Protection Division outreach program Adopt-A-Stream (AAS) since January of 2014. Satilla Riverkeeper monitoring program is managed by Laura Early. Water at all sites is sampled for E. coli bacteria, as well as for dissolved oxygen, pH, conductivity, and temperature. Samples are monthly, from May through October. Sites may be re-sampled if elevated levels are encountered. Results are communicated to the public ASAP on the Adopt-A-Stream database http://www.georgiaadoptastream.com/db/Groups.html?GroupID=1906 They are also available on the Satilla Riverkeeper Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Satilla.Riverkeeper Georgia’s criterion for acceptable levels of fecal coliform in water bodies that are used for human recreation is:: 200 (freshwater) & 100 (coastal) cfu/100mL based on a 30-day geometric mean The EPA E. coli standards for human recreation are 126 cfu E.coli /100 ml based on a geometric mean or a one-time measurement equal to or less than 235 cfu/100 ml (Note: EPA BAV: 235 E. coli/100 mL) A swim is marked GREEN when it meets the EPA’s recommended limit of E. coli for recreational waters, which is equal to or less than 126 cfu/100 ml (colony forming units per 100 milliliters of water) based on a geometric mean or a one-time measurement equal to or less than 235 cfu/100 ml. A beach is marked RED when results are equal to or exceed 126 cfu E.coli /100 ml based on a geometric mean or a one-time measurement equal to or more than 235 cfu/100 ml. A beach is marked GREY when reliable information is not available
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Remember, the geese were here first
Published 5:49 pm Monday, June 3, 2024
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When riding through town, as you get close to Bughouse Park, you have to be careful of geese crossing the street. A mother goose may be crossing the street with her baby geese following. They have been here for a long time, so patience is a virtue as these geese cross the street.
Many things can be noticed as these geese cross the street. The mother looks after her babies as they cross any street. The daddy leads the pack and mom brings up the rear providing the vigilant eyes for any possible trouble.
They fly 17 percent faster in a Flying V and they are more efficient in a Flying V and more productive. The lead goose will often go to the back, only for another to take over as lead. And any goose that goes down, two geese will follow until they return to the Flying V. They work together to head back. The team is as strong as the weakest member.
The lift of the Flying V, lifts the birds up but there is no lift for the lead goose. To help avoid tiredness for the lead goose, geese take turns leading.
The geese cheer their progress. They honk to celebrate their successes. The ones in the back honk at the ones in the front to encourage them to fly faster.
Geese are loyal to their purpose! They do not change their migration route significantly . They usually stay within the area. They fly toward the warmth in the spring time to raise their family of goslings. As the goslings grow older, they learn from the older geese in the flock, they do so to maintain the purpose of the flock year after year.
So when we drive carelessly around the flock of geese, think how much we can learn from them. Slow down and let them cross the street on Third Street by the Bughouse, on Main Street by Jacks Creek or by the First Christian Church on 3rd. Remember, they were here first!
They were the best of times with the best of friends in the best of places, Washington, N.C.! The Original Washington! | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Life insurance agent trade groups are asking members of the Senate Banking Committee to reconsider a bill that would impose a fiduciary standard on sale of investment products by agents.
The proposed legislation would have an "enormously costly and counterproductive impact" and would be "a radical departure from current law," according to a letter to committee members by officials of the Association for Advanced Life Underwriting, the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors and the National Association of Independent Life Brokerage Agencies.
The potential consequences of enacting the Investor Protection Act as it currently stands would be to reduce consumer access to insurance and investment products and to downgrade advisors' services to consumers, the groups charged.
The bill would lead to less "financial protection of Americans and loss of capital formation and jobs," argues the letter, which was sent Friday.
The letter suggests that the committee undertake a study "of the appropriate regulation of brokers, dealers, and investment advisers."
It also argues that similar provisions imposed on agents in the United Kingdom "have contributed to a decline in the agent population from 180,000 to 5,000 over the last two decades, decreasing access to critical financial products and services for middle-market consumers."
The provisions are part of comprehensive legislation introduced earlier this month by Sen. Chris Dodd, D-Conn., designed to tighten regulation of the financial services regulatory system.
The bill would create an Office of National Insurance, enact the Nonadmitted and Reinsurance Reform Act of 2009 and require a study on ways to modernize insurance regulation and provide Congress with recommendations, among other provisions.
The bill is titled, Restoring American Financial Stability.
The committee began marking up the bill last Thursday, but, as the result of scathing criticism by Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Ala., ranking minority member of the committee, Dodd suspended work on the bill and reopened talks for a bipartisan bill. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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