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The City of Enid, in cooperation with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is proposing to widen and improve North Cleveland Street from the BNSF Railroad tracks to West Willow Road.
The four-lane connection on North Cleveland Street between BNSF Railroad and West Willow Road is currently in the design and planning phase with construction anticipated to begin in two to three years.
The City of Enid will hold a public meeting in the City Council Chambers at 401 West Owen K. Garriott Road at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 26th, 2019, to discuss the project and receive public comments. You are invited to attend this public meeting to view a presentation on this project and to discuss any concerns.
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On a frigid Baltimore evening, in which going directly home after work to a warm cup of soup sounds ideal, at least 150 patrons made their way to Linwoods for dinner. It was a random Wednesday night, yet Linwoods had a buzz to it.
The two hostesses were kept busy by all the incoming guests, and assisting them with their thick winter coats. Once we made our way to the main dining room, the tantalizing smells coming from the open kitchen enticed the senses, and made you excited about your meal. Though there wasn’t a wait for dinner, the place was full – people quickly pounced as seats became available at the bar.
We were there to meet with one of Linwoods event managers to discuss a future event, and admittedly we weren’t incredibly hungry, or thirsty for that matter. The cocktail/wine menu was nicely put together with a plethora of options, which we couldn’t pass up. I was impressed to see a plentiful amount of various whiskies available, ranging from American bourbon, to Scotch and even small batch artisan spirits. Passing up scotch served neat was very difficult; however, I settled on the speakeasy and my fiancé settled on the L75 (per recommendation of the event manager).
Both cocktails were prepared in individual size Boston shakers, which were poured tableside and left on the table for you to refill your glass once it got low. A relatively simple concept, yet unheard of in modern day fine dining – or any type of dining for that matter. Better than the generous portion of booze was the craftiness of the drinks themselves. The speakeasy was a rye whiskey based drink, having yellow chartreuse, sweet vermouth and orange infused bitters. This cocktail embodied the bold whiskey yet provided floral background notes making it very drinkable and delicious. The L75 was a play on a traditional French 75 cocktail, featuring Hendricks gin, St. Germaine, fresh lemon juice and finished with sparkling wine. The drink arrives with a sugar cube on the bottom, which continued to fizzle like champagne as the evening went on – another excellent cocktail.
The menu features quite an array of items, ranging from cornmeal crust flatbreads to fresh seafood and thick steaks. Linwoods doesn’t claim to be a steakhouse, although every steak that flew out of the kitchen did look wonderful. We wanted to sample some of the items we were considering for our event, so we settled on the autumn salad and Pugliese flatbread. Not sure if we wanted to get entrees, we hoped the salad and pizza would impress – and they did. The autumn salad featured roasted carrots and baby tomatoes in a caraway salt mixture, which was then served with bib lettuce, torn croutons, a rustic dressing and finally topped with crispy goat cheese balls. The salad was so simple yet the flavors and ingredients popped – a wonderful revitalizing opener for our palettes.
The flatbread was also very tasty. The cornmeal crust becomes almost cracker-like in the oven, which features a blend of fontina, asiago, and romano cheeses then topped with caramelized onions. The pizza itself wasn’t greasy, and relatively light considering the rich cheeses and sweet onions.
Again upon recommendation, we settled on the tuna “fiorentina” – a seared tuna entrée with grilled asparagus and pearl onions. The entrée didn’t sound amazing when we ordered it, but both the associate we met with and our server recommended it. Since we were sharing the entrée, Linwoods cleverly split the entrée and served it on two separate plates – an appreciated gesture. The sashimi grade tuna was rubbed with chopped rosemary, coarse salt and pepper before being seared on all sides.
The tuna was served thickly sliced over some nicely charred asparagus and roasted pearl onions, then drizzled with balsamic. I was pleasantly shocked at how well the rosemary and tuna went together, it was bold yet not overpowering to the delicate and perfectly cooked tuna. The onions and asparagus were nice accompaniments; however I would have liked a sauce that was a bit more intricate than balsamic. But it didn’t matter, the dish was very delicious.
After being thoroughly pleased by the meal, we couldn’t overlook dessert, for which we decided on the chocolate bread pudding with coffee ice cream. The bread pudding was still warm and perfectly fluffy. As the coffee ice cream melted on the bread pudding, we couldn’t consume the delicious mixture fast enough.
I must say, Linwoods was impressive. The menu isn’t as intricate or modern as a harbor east restaurant, but it doesn’t need to be. Linwoods has created a formula, which clearly works. Although the restaurant has been in business for twenty-five years, the restaurant is in immaculate condition with décor that has kept up with the times. Do yourself a favor and spend an evening at Linwoods. The prices of entrees dictate that this restaurant will be reserved for special occasions – for most. However, appetizers (or flatbreads) and cocktails will be manageable for almost any budget, and still very delicious.
In closing, thank you Linwoods for restoring my faith in Baltimore County fine dining.
Every time I read your food blog, I just want to go eat at the restaurant you reviewed.
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North Western Railway is going to recruit for the post of Act Apprentices.The candidates may apply till 29th January 2017.
Candidate must have passed the 10th class examination or its equivalent (under 10+2 examination system) with minimum 50% marks, in the aggregate, from recognized Board and also possess National Trade Certificate in the notified trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
Candidate belonging to SC/ST/Women /Minorities/ Economically Backward Class have to pay Rs. 250/- & Rs. 500/- for all other candidates through DD/ IPO drawn in favor of North Western Railway Sports Association Payable at Jaipur / G.P.O. Jaipur.
Candidates need to fill up the application form given in the official notification. The application need to be sent by ordinary post only in closed envelope or dropped at the application box. Candidates need to mention "APPLICATION FOR RECRUITMENT AGAINST SPORTS QUOTA FOR THE YEAR 2016-17" on top of the envelope.
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Ford's Garage Lakeland is your top pit stop for the most delicious prime burgers, comfort food and delectable deserts. Conveniently located between Tampa and Orlando in Lakeland, you can't miss us right off I-4.
879 Lakeland Park Center Drive.
Ford's Garage currently does not accept reservations. However, you can check wait times and put your name on the wait list on your way into the restaurant.
Your closet can never have enough Ford's Garage Gear! Head to www.fordsgaragegear.com to stock up today!
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The New Ambiguity of "Open Government"
David Robinson and I have just released a draft paper—The New Ambiguity of “Open Government”—that describes, and tries to help solve, a key problem in recent discussions around online transparency. As the paper explains, the phrase “open government” has become ambiguous in a way that makes life harder for both advocates and policymakers, by combining the politics of transparency with the technologies of open data. We propose using new terminology that is politically neutral: the word adaptable to describe desirable features of data (and the word inert to describe their absence), separately from descriptions of the governments that use these technologies.
Clearer language will serve everyone well, and we hope this paper will spark a conversation among those who focus on civic transparency and innovation. Thanks to Justin Grimes and Josh Tauberer, for their helpful insight and discussions as we drafted this paper.
Open technologies involve sharing data over the Internet, and all kinds of governments can use them, for all kinds of reasons. Recent public policies have stretched the label “open government” to reach any public sector use of these technologies. Thus, “open government data” might refer to data that makes the government as a whole more open (that is, more transparent), but might equally well refer to politically neutral public sector disclosures that are easy to reuse, but that may have nothing to do with public accountability. Today a regime can call itself “open” if it builds the right kind of web site—even if it does not become more accountable or transparent. This shift in vocabulary makes it harder for policymakers and activists to articulate clear priorities and make cogent demands.
What happened to simple plain English?
“Inert” in particular seems to me not to capture what you’re looking for. Things that are inert are typically capable of being manipulated by outside forces and objects. You might want something more like “opaque” or “immovable” to indicate data that are nominally open and available but in fact not presented in a form that can be usefully analyzed by others. For example, data series available only as GIFs of a bar chart.
I agree with rp10007 that ‘inert’ doesn’t seem like a good option. I suggest keeping with the visual metaphor and using ‘transparent’ and ‘opaque’. I like ‘opaque’ since it has the figurative meanings of ‘hard to get at’ or ‘unclear. And that’s really what you want to express. ‘Transparent’ would work just as well as ‘adaptable’ IMHO. But it has the added benefit of being an antonym of ‘opaque’. You should probably pick two antonyms.
We wanted to choose adjectives that (to the extent possible) can be applied to data and not to governments. We considered “transparent” and “opaque,” but people already use those terms to describe governments. Those adjectives, in our opinion, don’t do enough to distinguish the technology from the politics of the debate. That’s one of the reasons why we chose “adaptable”: people don’t already talk about more “adaptable governments,” but we do want governments to release datasets that can easily be adapted to wide range of new uses.
Perhaps “adaptable” and “inert” aren’t the ideal choices, but we hope that can serve as a starting point for the community to come up with a better vocabulary. Words that are more plain would clearly be preferable, as long as they remained descriptive and distinguishing. Keep the suggestions coming!
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The Residence, by Kate Anderson Brower, is an extraordinary portrait of the butlers, maids, plumbers, and chefs who run the “home” half of the White House. The book is crafted from over 100 interviews, and takes readers to the tragic day Jackie Kennedy returned home in a blood-soaked dress, what Richard Nixon did after resigning, and what it’s like to walk in on naked presidents. The result is a mesmerizing history of America from the service staff’s heretofore untold point of view. A comprehensive list of the fascinating details revealed by Brower would require reprinting the book in its entirety; here's a tiny sampling of things we learned from The Residence.
1. It takes a large staff to care for the White House.
The White House is bigger than you think. Within the building, according to Brower, “132 rooms, 147 windows, 28 fireplaces, 8 staircases, and 3 elevators are spread across the 6 floors—plus two hidden mezzanine levels—all tucked within what appears to be a three-story building.” Ninety-six people work full-time in the residence, and there are another 250 part-time employees. Among the jobs they do: butler, maid, chef, plumber, doorman, and florist. The second and third floors of the White House make up the residence.
2. “Devotion” is the service staff’s watchword.
Members of the service staff pride themselves on being able to melt into the walls, remaining simultaneously attentive and unobtrusive. Things like bed turndown, vacuumed carpet, and painted walls happen as if by magic, carefully choreographed around the first family’s schedule. World-class parties can be thrown with a moment’s notice. A shirt removed when the president steps into the shower has vanished for laundering by the time he gets out.
3. Intimate conditions sometimes lead to embarrassing moments.
4. Open positions are not advertised.
Don’t bother checking the classified ads for job openings. Available positions on the White House residential staff are filled by word of mouth, with employees bringing in, and vouching for, new hires. Multiple generations of families sometimes work in “the house,” as they call it, and employees generally stay on for decades.
5. The White House chefs are the best in the world.
6. They refill drinks, fix the plumbing, and find terrorists.
The Secret Service isn’t the only group handling security. The White House maid staff is trained to be alert for signs of unusual activity that might endanger the first family. In 2011, a maid discovered a broken window and piece of broken concrete on the Truman Balcony. An FBI investigation stemmed from the discovery. What the Secret Service had previously dismissed as a gang shooting unrelated to presidential security turned out to be seven shots fired directly at the White House.
7. Presidential transitions are their Super Bowl.
When a new president is elected, he or she takes ownership of the White House at 12:00 on Inauguration Day. Until the stroke of noon, however, the residential staff gives the outgoing president the same level of service as any other day. While everyone is at the Inauguration, the service staff has six hours to transform the White House for its new occupants. It is a massive endeavor requiring the presence of every member of the staff. All of the outgoing family’s belongings are packed and all of the incoming family’s belongings unpacked. When the new president arrives at his or her new home, the mansion is redecorated; rugs, headboards, and mattresses changed; new flowers arranged; paintings replaced; clothes hung; and toothbrush set out. When the outgoing president departed his or her family photographs are hanging on the wall. When the new president arrives, his or her family photos are there.
8. They don’t come cheap, and the president has to pay for it all.
9. The president’s food is serious business.
10. They work in a museum.
White House curators keep track of “every candlestick and side table.” Furniture and artwork are irreplaceable, which sometimes complicates living arrangements and public events. “You’re working in a museum,” said one member of the service staff. Moving things around for television cameras isn’t as easy as one might think. “It’s not just two chairs for an interview,” but “two chairs in the Blue Room that are older than you are—by centuries—that need to be moved out of the way.” Accordingly, specific members of the staff handle such changes. What is not on display at the White House is stored at a warehouse in Riverdale, Md.
11. With every new family, they must relearn their jobs.
Presidents come and go, but the service staff remains the same. After four or eight years, staff grow close to the first family, and tears are invariably shed when there’s a change in administration. When a new family comes in, a new vibe comes with them. Chefs must learn new palates, florists learn new tastes, and there’s a long stretch during which the incoming family must learn to adapt to a suddenly robust staff eager to attend to their every need. One White House usher in The Residence admitted that some first families are a pleasure to serve, and that with some they have to pretend. “But we pretend very well,” he said.
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Earth Day = Springtime ???
Last Friday was a bit dramatic and hectic ...so I was grateful this EARTH DAY packet was printed, laminated and waiting in the file drawer.
This week we are going to complete the 14 stations (7 language/7 math) with the student booklet as a review for End of Level testing. It also has a trifold for more Earth Day information and math game board freebie for 3 addend addition.
On a sweet side note. Crystal at Kreative in Kinder put together a fund raiser for West Texas teachers and schools.
glad to rub shoulders with such great, caring people!!
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The motivation of institutions to support one another in their quest for progress and innovation in health care, always taking into account the local social and political context, is at the origin of the Asklepios Foundation.
The idea to support the Greek movement in its efforts to develop social psychiatry arose through personal contacts in a European network, called CEFEC. This network primarily aimed to advance the cause of work rehabilitation and active participation of clients with enduring and severe mental health problems. At the time the Greek society for social psychiatry and mental health care was at the forefront of this movement. In 1993 RIAGG Veluwe Vallei in Ede decided to set up a collaboration with the Greek Society. The main emphasis was on mutual support. In that very year both organisations found out that the European Social Fund might partly subsidize their work rehabilitation programmes. Both partners swiftly submitted their application. Subsequently, exchanges were organized to share know-how about effective methods to bring care to a client’s own region, city or village.
In 1995 the management of the Dutch Organisation for Community Mental Health Care not only decided to support the initiative but also to get actively involved in promoting community care in Greece. They did this by providing publicity and talking to the Greek government. Its Chairman, for instance, was interviewed by the Greek television. As time went by, it was felt that the involvement of more Dutch organisations was required. In the beginning, this meant that health care organisations in the Arnhem, Gelderland regions, the Utrechtse Valleigebied, the RIGG Arnhem and the Veluwe Vallei committed themselves. At the same time, both governments in Greece and Holland got really interested. In October 1997 the Dutch minister E. Borst wrote a letter to her Greek colleague K. Geitonas with a suggestion to establish a bi-national association. This would give Greek and Dutch organisations a platform to exchange know-how and strive to improve the quality of their services for mental patients with enduring and severe mental health problems. Geitonas liked the idea. He emphasised in his letter in December 1997 the need for assistance in training his professionals and the urgency to look for financial support within the European Union.
Regional and national developments in 1998 meant that the statures of the RIGG Arnhem en Veluwe Vallei Foundation were changed. The Askepios Foundation was born. The (limited) assets of the former were transferred to the new foundation. The initial members of the board were the Greek society for social psychiatry and mental health care, the new federation Geestelijke Gezondheidszorg (GGZ) Holland, the Symfora group, the Gelderse Roos, the RIAGG Veluwe Vallei, the RIBW Arnhem and Veluwe Vallei. In the beginning the foundation mainly focused on exchange visits and the acquisition of European subsidies (Leonardo da Vinci). Offering support to the national governments soon paid off. In 2000 the RIBW stopped its involvement, and so did GGZ Nederland and the Gelderse Roos in 2003 and Symfora in 2010.
OPZ Geel (Public Psychiatric Hospital, Belgium) joined in 2002 and the Dutch organisation Cordaan became a member in 2004. The former is particularly well known for its psychiatric foster programme The latter specialises in care for the elderly, clients with a mental disability and clients with enduring and severe mental illnesses. In 2005 Tees and North East Yorkshire NHS Trust, en Newcastle, North Tyneside & Northumberland Mental Health NHS Trust (UK) joined. Both organisations offer a wide range of services in the area of mental health care. The last to become a member were Solandet Sykehus from Norway and Mental Health Matters, based in the UK. The latter is in charge of innovation within the National Health Trusts and offers services on a consultancy basis. The present-day foundation is a lot wider in its scope since it doesn’t exclusively focus on mental health care anymore. Having members from 5 different countries, it is now a truly European foundation.
The membership of more and more European countries and the inclusion of other target groups and sectors resulted in the need to change the statures of the foundation yet again. In September 2007 the new statures were passed. The international character therewith was established, as was the fact that different sectors in health care are within the foundation’s remit.
In 2006 Asklepios organised its first congress, in Athens. The congress discussed what is at the heart of this foundation, i.e. evolving towards true community mental health care with the emphasis on client participation in normal, regular social systems. The main theme was social inclusion of clients in a European context.
The second congress was organised in 2011 in Amsterdam, with the title "Does Europe Care?", with important issues related to migration of health personnel and delivery of care within the different countries of Europe.
Since the economic crisis in Greece the health care in that country is under pressure. Especially the Mental Health care has to cope with many problems. The development of Social psychiatry has stopped and there is a great risk that the results that were achieved in the last decades would be undone.
To show its commitment with Greece and the Greek people, Asklepios organises a support program for its Greek member, the Society of Social Psychiatry and Mental Health. This program started in Spring 2012 with a support meeting in Athens, and is still continuing. In November 2012 a second support meeting was organised and during that meeting the creation of an advisory committee was proposed. That committee should be a platform for financial and mental health structures so members of it have to represent a mixture of economists, mental health professionals, managers, representatives of government and politicians. In the meantime this advisory committee is installed.
Furthermore consultation of the Task Force for Greece from the European Union and the Dutch ambassador in Athens has taken place.
In November 2013, the day before the international board meeting of Asklepios in Athens, a kick off meeting on Management Development will take place. During this meeting a Dutch and Norwegian CEO will bring over concrete ideas of support in strategic and management developments and give advice for the policy for the next 10 years.
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Classic Affairs by Jenna ARE YOU A VENDOR?
Classic Affairs by Jenna is a full service wedding and event management company based in the GTA. They work all throughout the GTA, Toronto, Simcoe Country, and Hamilton and surrounding areas. The business is WPIC certified, and adheres to the highest of standards. They boast a dedicated team of wedding planners, who specialize in creating bespoke celebrations. The company is run by owner and lead planner Jenna Lipman. Jenna has more than eight years of experience in the hospitality industry and has successfully planned more than 500 weddings. From start to finish, the company will provide unique concepts, impressive assistance and impeccable coordination to design, plan and execute, one of the biggest events of your life. For details and quotes please contact them.
The team of Classic Affairs by Jenna is capable of planning all wedding related events, from rehearsal dinners to ceremony to wedding receptions, no event is too small. Classic Affairs by Jenna offers planning solutions for all types of weddings, ranging from civil to cultural and from non-religious to religious. Jenna and her team also have extensive knowledge in the world of Jewish weddings, ranging from working with Modern Orthodox couples to those who just want to incorporate certain cultural traditions.
Jenna at Classic Affairs went above and beyond the Partial Wedding Planning Package that we signed up for. From the initial consultation meeting, countless vendor inquiries, and overall coordination of planning, Jenna was always on top of things, and was always just a quick phone call or text message away through the entire process. Her services and availability were top notch especially considering we live on the other side of the country. Jenna was very helpful in all aspects of coordination; always keeping track of the timeline, vendor management, budgeting, and her previous work with the staff at our reception venue definitely helped to make planning as seamless as possible.
Thank you soo much Alex for the kind words! We had an amazing time working with you guys on all the details of the big day, and it was an absolute pleasure getting to know you both. We wish you two nothing but the best in the future!
We got married Sept 8 and I am telling you Jenna was the best money we spent on our wedding. She is so amazing, she adapts so well when we threw many curve balls her way. She’s incredibly responsive and answered literally every call and email. She met us the night before and rearranged the whole room after the venue set it up with our outdated floor plan. She kept everyone in line and made our special day so enjoyable. I’m telling you, I will sing her praises to every engaged friend I’ll ever have! Jenna you are so great!
Danielle & Julian, you both were beyond amazing to work with!!! Hahah, I definitely can't take all the credit, it also helps when I work with couples that are organized and just soak up all the information and suggestions I can give them. I am so privileged to have witnessed your vows, and the love that the two of you share with one another. We had such an amazing time working with you guys in the months leading up to the big day, and when the day finally rolled around it was just perfect! Wishing you both the very best, to wonderful years of marriage filled with all the love and happiness.
My husband Andrew and I are so happy we hired Jenna as our day-of-coordinator. She made sure everything was perfect for us so we didn’t have to worry about a thing. She helped get everything organized before the big day, including helping us make a proper schedule to ensure everything ran smoothly. On the day, Jenna brought to life all of the meticulous planning and staged the decor exactly as we envisioned. We honestly didn’t have to do a thing. The whole day was absolutely perfect and it’s largely due to Jenna’s efforts. We highly recommend hiring her for your wedding!
Thank you sooo much Holly for the kind words! I had so much fun working with someone that was just as organized as I am, as it meant I could truely personalize your experience. I had such an amazing time getting to work with both you and Andrew on such an important day in your lives. Wishing you both all the success in life and in your marriage.
Jenna is great, so professional and gets it done. She was so helpful and thorough from beginning to end, and so supportive in my times of intense anxiety. She was flexible with all the little and last minute changes and made everything work. Had a few hiccups with some of the vendors the day of the wedding but Jenna took care of everything so the groom and I could just enjoy our wedding and not stress or worry. I absolutely recommend Jenna for any event, you would be lucky to have her on your special day.
Jessica you are beyond sweet! It was such a pleasure getting to know you and Jay throughout this entire process. Despite the hiccups, I am so glad that you didn't feel stressed at all on the big day!! As a planner its my job to minimize commotion when it occurs and its the biggest compliment to me to know that you guys were beyond happy with the end result. Please stay in touch. Wishing you both all the success in life and in your marriage.
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What is atypical choroid plexus papilloma?
Let’s build this page together! When you share what it’s like to have atypical choroid plexus papilloma through your profile, those stories and data appear here too.
Got a question about living with atypical choroid plexus papilloma? Members in the forum might have the answers.
Who has atypical choroid plexus papilloma on PatientsLikeMe?
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If you feel that you have been unfairly left out of someone’s will, or if the will or the rules of intestacy do not properly provide for you, you may be able to claim under the ‘1975 Act’ (the full legal term for this is the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975).
Alternatively, if you’re the one facing the claim, we can help you to defend this, too.
Can I make a claim under the 1975 Act?
you depended financially on someone before they died.
These are just some examples, and not an exhaustive list.
You’ll only be able to claim if you can show that the person’s will (or if they didn’t make a will, the rules that govern what happens to their estate) doesn’t support you properly, given the financial support that person gave you in their lifetime.
Lawyers call this ‘reasonable financial provision’. The level of financial support that you can expect to receive from the estate depends on lots of facts. Your solicitor will look at all of the circumstances, including how much the estate is worth, and how your needs compare to those of the other people set to benefit from the estate.
We’ll need some information from you to help us work out whether you’re likely to be able to make a successful claim.
Depending on what you are claiming for and whether it’s successful, the court has the ability to do things like redistribute the estate, award payment of a lump sum, create a trust for your benefit or transfer property to you. Of course, the outcome depends on the individual facts of your case, and we’ll discuss this clearly with you from the beginning.
If you think you might have a claim, there’s no time to waste. Under the rules, you only have 6 months to apply from when the person administering the estate gets the Grant of Representation. If you don’t make this deadline, it will be more difficult to make a claim albeit not impossible if you can show exceptional circumstances.
If you have been promised a gift or other property from the person that has died, and this hasn’t been reflected in their will, you may still be able to make a claim for it.
This is called proprietary estoppel, and it is the legal phrase for what most people will see as a ‘broken promise’.
To make a claim, you’ll need to show that you were promised this property, that you relied on the promise being kept, and that you’d be disadvantaged if the promise isn’t kept.
It’s up to the court whether they give you all or some of the property, or whether they compensate you from other parts of the estate.
We can help you to bring or defend claims like these.
For you to achieve the best possible outcome, you’ll need people with the best possible credentials and expertise Our Legal 500-rated team includes members of STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) and ACTAPS (the Association of Contentious Trust and Probate Specialists), experts who are, by definition, the most experienced and senior practitioners in the field of trusts and estates and related disputes.
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The first conference sessions for Futures Forum are now live.
Futures Forum begins at 10am with Meet the New Bosses: Class of 2019, as UTA’s Oliver Ward chairs a panel of rising industry stars who will discuss their vision for the business. The morning also features the first round of 15-minute Soapbox Sessions, including How it’s done… the Brit Awards by BPI’s Maggie Crowe OBE, 10 tips for living an eco-friendly life by A Greener Festival’s Claire O’Neill and Content is king! by Ticketmaster’s Ben Tipple.
Panel discussion Surviving the Business: Health & wellbeing in live sees Live Nation’s Jana Watkins lead a discussion on how to survive and thrive in today’s business. In Beyond Touring: Full-stack futures, Rhian Jones leads a debate on how artists will be building careers and incomes in the coming years.
The afternoon’s Soapbox Sessions, meanwhile, are Confessions of a super-tout by reformed super-scalper and ticket bot inventor Ken Lowson, Drug testing with the Loop by Dr Henry Fisher, Production 101 by Good Taste’s Sara Maria Kordek and Ancient wisdom for modern living by Buddhist monk, meditation teacher and author Gelong Thubten.
Confirmed conference speakers include Karma Bertelsen (Kilimanjaro Live), Aino-Maria Paasivirta (Fullsteam Agency), Mike Jones (the MJR Group), Mike Malak (Coda Agency), marketing consultant Emily Scoggins, Jenni Cochrane (AEI Group), Felix Canetty-Clarke (Sony/ATV), Tristan Hunt (AfEM), Fiona McGugan (MMF), Achal Dhillon (Killing Moon), Steven Hancock (MelodyVR) and Jules O’Riordan, aka Judge Jules.
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how do i change the way that i respond when other things take importance over me?
how do i not take it personally when my husband jumps in the car and doesn’t give me a hello kiss and instead jumps right into the stress of his day.
how do i not take it personally when the first 3 hours of our night together is spent talking about a kid. or the kids. or all the kids. ————————————————————-and i haven’t even been asked if my day was ok?
how can i act when i try hard to actively ask about the drama and try to be engaged, but the question or the statement is wrong or is not valid enough to not endure a 3 minute response explaining exactly what i just said.
how is it possible to not feel like i am the pot on the back burner that’s been overflowing and screaming for attention.
i don’t need ALL of the attention, just a few minutes. or an extra hug. or acknowledgement of there being a lack of attention.
we wake up to the drama of all these kids and we go to sleep to it, even on the days they’re not around. my head is full. my head is tired. i need a recoup day.
today i remembered that God promised me healing in His time almost 5 years ago to the day, at a prayer night at my church.
I started seeing a new chiropractor on Friday and just really feel like i need to share that this has been the most pain-free few days i’ve had in over 5 years. i steadily saw a different chiro for 2 years straight and never had this kind of relief.
Let me just start off by laughing at my title, “Independence in Step Parenting,” because this is not a thing. It’s so far from being a thing, I can’t believe I even typed it out like it was a thing.
Step Parenting is hard because yes, you love your kids. Yes, you care for them. Yes, you financially provide for them and might even be their health care supplier. You wake up with them in the middle of the night, pack their lunches, check their pockets before you wash their clothes, make them dinner and remind them to brush their teeth at night. But you can’t really do any of that on your own.
If you care for them differently than their biological parents want them to be cared for, you are wrong. You are inferior. You are the wrong. It is not ever the fault of the terrible teen or the moody pre-teen. It is not appropriate to share your disappointment in the failure of the kids, even if the rest of the world is disappointed, too. You are to be the friend and never the parent, unless the parent wants help. You don’t really want to be their friend though. You want to parent because you are a parent. Maybe not by birth, but you are a parent.
Just like normal families, mom and dad come from different backgrounds and have different parenting styles and different techniques. But you are step, so it doesn’t matter. Your upbringing is wrong. Your family is wrong. Your ways are wrong.
When it comes to celebrations, they are done in the way of the biological parent because, haha, after all it is their child. Not yours. And this is how it’s always been done.
If you don’t agree, it is appropriate to stop talking and to submit immediately.
We are throwing 9 a 10th birthday party against my wishes. We just moved. We’re finally in a month that doesn’t have a lot of extras- you know, like Thanksgiving and Christmas. We have seen an entire month of bills at our new house and can set expectations for what we need to shell out in order to operate. I can’t justify spending $125 on a party for someone who has 3 friends and is an hour away. I could justify doing a big, giant, fun present for this birthday but, who am I?
I say no. Then eventually just say f*ck it, do what you want. We’re having a party. It’s listed at $125, but I know it will not cost $125. We already have to pay for us to bowl + the older kids if they show. We will have to pay for food for the parents who come. We’ll have to pay for 13’s friend that his mother invited but didn’t consult us about. Us who is paying for the party and planned the entirety of it without an ounce of her help.
13 who is failing his grade for the second time and still has a tablet, a cell phone and a girlfriend. 13 who has an attitude and drives me up the wall. 13 who thinks he is 19 but refuses to take on any responsibility. 13 who took 2.5 hours to wash 1 sink of dishes on Saturday. 13 who cried when I gave him his SECOND chore of the day- to clean the small bathroom. Which he deep cleaned 2 weeks ago, so really will only take 6 minutes in its entirety. 13 who is a pompous as*hole.
I am tired of my opinions not really mattering, even when my prince says they do. I am tired of their mother having more weight than i in my own house and in my pocket book. I am sicked that she can call FOC and demand an evaluation, 30 days after we move to our new house. Why can’t we have ANYTHING to ourselves? The kids are happy. Let it be.
I am so irritated and so beaten down by this parenting gig.
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This is the small track from Rangitatau carpark winding up to the left through the scrub and bush to join the sealed road on Palmer Head near the navigation array. If you want to start the track from Palmer Head, the start of the track is a little tricky to find - there is a peg with a white top, and a small mound of stones. Once you start the track it will be found well formed.
Park at Rangitatau carpark, or at the Palmer Head entrance on Kekerenga Crescent.
Bicycles are not permitted in Rangitatau reserve.
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The other day I was watching my favorite channel the food network channel and Giada De Laurentiis was on I love watching that woman do Italian dishes she inspires me. Well She made these cookies on that segment and I absolutely love Anything lemon so I had to try this out!
These Cookies are absolutely beautiful and I never say that about a cookie the word beautiful. When making these the smell of the lemons was such a fresh clean scent , and the Ricotta Cheese in the Cookies just makes them soft you can’t even tell there is Ricotta Cheese in it! Adding the Glaze to it so sweet by itself ( yes I had to lick the spoon ) but once you put it on top of the cookie it just beautifully balances it out. Some of my friends have tried this and they wanted more. This is definitely a keeper in my house hold .
Thank you Giada for this wonderful dessert you shared it is so much fun to watch and learn from one of the greatest Chefs.
My dear friend Beth came down to visit me during the memorial Day Weekend, and we had such a wonderful time catching up ( she lives in Washington state). She had requested for me to bake something with her, and I thought what an awesome idea bake drink wine and keep on baking. I might actually make a shirt with that saying sounds like a great idea! Anyway we were so busy doing all kinds of stuff that I thought what the heck am I going to bake easy, and fast.
I had taken a look in the refrigerator to see what I could come up with found some fresh raspberries, white chocolate chips, and white Chocolate pudding mix. The Alchemist in me came out and we baked these awesome cookies. I have to be honest it actually took a little while to bake them since I only could bake one tray at a time so I think it took us 2 hours 😦 that was a little to long since we were both beat and wanted to sit down and relax. Of course it was totally worth the wait cause these cookies were so dreamy that I actually ate more then I should have.
The raspberries were just right not to sweet not bitter and the combination with the white Chocolate made it so delicious. the best part of making these was adding the white Chocolate pudding mix in the cookie batter. When you add this it really makes your Cookies soft and fluffy I would say cake like.
Once we were done baking those we sat down kicked off our sandals and ate them while watching a classic from the 80’s “Sixteen Candles” Beth has never seen it before ( Yes I know what you’re thinking right I thought the same thing when she told me!) It was a great girl night with baking and watching a movie while eating the end results.
With a hand mixer, cream together the butter and sugars. Add the pudding mix and mix until well blended. Add the eggs and the vanilla and mix well. Add the flour and baking soda and continue mixing. Stir in the white Chocolate chips and then very gently fold in the raspberries.
Drop cookies by rounded teaspoonfuls (I use a cookie scoop) onto a greased cookie sheet (or a high quality non-stick cookie sheet). Bake for about 10 minutes at 350. Enjoy!
Healthier chocolate mousse is this for real?
Your not going to believe this a healthier way of eating Chocolate? Yes it is true and this recipe I have made in the past, and totally forgot about it till I realized I still had Tofu in my fridge. That is correct I said tofu now don’t knock it if you have not tried it. Tofu sometimes I think has a bad rap, and really it should not. You can use Tofu in so many ways from Regular Entree’s to Desserts it is so true.
This Dessert is so easy to make takes like 10 minutes if you have a blender or a food Processor. It is so creamy and rich you would never know that tofu was really the main ingredient. I made this the other night for my Hubby and I, he was very impressed by it. To make it really have that rich flavor you really need to buy the dark Chocolate Chips along with some Baileys Irish Cream Liquor . I know it is a little late blogging this since you could of enjoyed this for Valentines day, but hey who cares you can enjoy this any time without the Guilt.
In a safe microwavable dish melt the chocolate chips in 45 second intervals stirring in between. Set aside.
In your food processor place the tofu and Baileys and pulse until smooth, you really want it nice and smooth and no lumps , It should take 1-2 minutes. Add the melted chocolate chips and pulse until everything is well incorporated. You may have to scrape the sides of the food processor a couple of times.
Divide mixture between four individual glasses and garnish with the cocoa powder and chopped peanuts if you like. Place mousse glasses in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours to harden.
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The Thurmond Lab seeks to identify cellular and molecular mechanisms behind diabetes development and find therapies that can stop or reverse the disease’s progression.
Our science centers on multitaskers, messenger proteins that play a beneficial role across multiple types of tissue. In this case, those proteins both increase the production of insulin — essential to the body’s ability to process sugar — and improve the capacity of skeletal muscle to make use of insulin.
What we discover about how those proteins work and how to manipulate them ultimately will help to develop innovative cellular treatments for fighting type 1 and type 2 diabetes, in collaboration with our scientific and clinical colleagues at City of Hope. Other projects in the Thurmond Lab focus on how these multitaskers can improve islet cell transplantation—a promising investigational treatment for type 1 diabetes—and can serve as biomarkers for detecting the development of diabetes.
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Literature References: Prepn: DE 255822 (1913); Frdl. 11, 615; Tinker, Stallmann, US 2420022 (1947), C.A. 41, 5730 (1947).
Properties: On heating with fuming sulfuric acid (30% SO3) at 100° yields a dark powder, sol in water or alc with bluish-black coloration, used as dyestuff for wool. On heating with molten potassium hydroxide at 190° and oxidizing the reaction product with sodium hypochlorite, an olive-green vat dye is obtained.
Use: In the textile industry; in the determination of boron: Beckett, Webster, Analyst 68, 306 (1943), C.A. 38, 38 (1944).
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that you are in my world.
May your world and his always be one and the same.
Not talking about a ‘him’ here, but it’s a good sentiment!
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Cheap Lorna Jane Clothing Online is free HD wallpaper. This wallpaper was upload at April 26, 2019 upload by admin in .You can download it in your computer by clicking resolution image in Download by size:. Don't forget to rate and comment if you interest with this wallpaper.
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27 Reviews and Price for ASUS UX310UQ-GL031T (GREAY) - ReadyViews !
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NOTE: This is a proposal for AegirNG Architecture by @ergonlogic and @colan. Please visit https://www.drupal.org/node/2714641 to discuss further.
AegirNG is made up of several components. First off, there is a front-end built on Drupal 8. This user interface passes configuration variables into a distributed task queue, built on Celery. Finally, queue workers receive these tasks, and run various operations, based on the variables passed into the task from the front-end. A command-line client, built on Drupal Console, can also post tasks to the queue, allowing for relatively simple scripting.
Broadly speaking, AegirNG maps a web GUI to CLI commands. Ansible provides a handy, secure mechanism to allow multiple servers, since it uses SSH to communicate between VMs. We don't want to be able to run arbitrary commands on the back-end, since this could easily lead to compromised security. Rather, the Ansible roles will represent a whitelist of commands, and safe variables.
By default, entities should provide only admin UI components. But, being built on fieldable entities, these should then all be accessible to Views, Panels, etc. to allow for better end-user experience. We should provide a "default" UI, but ensure that this can be easily customized, or replaced entirely.
Compose Sites, Platforms, (etc.) from Tasks (e.g., WriteNginxVhostTask, ProvisionMySqlDatabaseTask,...). Operations combine Tasks into user-facing actions (e.g., InstallCmsSiteOperation). Tasks are re-usable within other Operations.
AnsibleRestoreDrupalSiteBackupTask (provides select widget populated by a View of this site's backup tasks' backup_path fields. This, in turn, is passed to the task queue, and onto the Ansible role to execute the restore).
"Task" roles are small re-usable pieces of config.
Operations expose "runnable" functionality to end-users. Operations group tasks into coherent sets (e.g., install CiviCRM site). Task, on the other hand, are atomic (e.g., write a vhost).
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Somehow it's that time of year again when dance music freaks from all over converge in South Beach Miami for a wild and festive week of music called Winter Music Conference. It's my thirteenth consecutive year going down for this and I'm hoping it will turn out to be a lucky 13. As usual I've got some cool gigs ... three of them, in fact ... and I'd love to see you at one or more if you're joining the beat-loving throng under the sun. Information about my gigs after the jump.
Organized by the Boogie crew in Miami, this gig takes place at a new club occupying the spot that used to be Deep on Washington Avenue. This is a really cool line-up and my ol' drinking buddy Lisa Shaw will be there hanging out. I'll be DJ'ing around 9:30 PM.
Crazy antics and wild tunes are sure to go down at this party, sponsored by my label EIGHT-TRACKS in collaboration with Nordic Trax and Tight Recordings. You gotta check this one out ... it's going to be a lot of fun. No cover. I am DJ'ing around midnight.
A nice way to spend part of your Saturday. Some casual vibes to help you through the tail end of your WMC experience care of the long-standing Chillin Music label of Orlando. The line-up is mostly made up of a bunch of friends so there should be good energy all around ... and some really splendid music as well. No cover. I'm DJ'ing around 7:30 PM.
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I really enjoy creating different nail looks at home. It’s a welcome challenge trying to recreate styles I find in magazines and on Pinterest.
One of the easiest to duplicate is this polka-dot nail. It only takes two pain colors, clear top coat, a pencil and stick pin. You can also buy a professional tool but why waste money when theBeautyDepartment.com has such a great tutorial showing you how to make one at home.
1. Make your polka dot tool.
2. Choose Your Nail Polish colors.
I went with fushia and white. These are some ‘on and poppin’ colors for the Spring and really add a bold punch of colors to your hands.
3. Add two coats of polish to each finger.
I added two coats of pink to all of my nails except for my ring finger. That finger was painted white just to add an extra layer of “umph!” to this look.
By adding to layers of paint, I was able to achieve a nice saturated color which is what I was aiming for.
4. Apply the polka dots.
After my two paint coats were nice and dry (I use my blow dryer for quick drying) I added contrasting polka dots to each finger.
I dried the polka dots for about 60 seconds using my hair dryer then moved on to step 5.
This final coat of polish is to seal in your color, make it last and prevent chipping. Make sure to allow enough drying time before touching your nails. With so many coats and not enough drying time you can cause smudging.
When I follow these steps, my nails polish remains chip free for 5-6 days.
I’ll be sharing a DIY and a How-To post every month so make sure that you are subscribed to my ‘Proverbs 31 Living’ newsletter to get the latest projects sent to your inbox.
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The cottage itself was beautiful, very clean, warm and extremely well equipped. The owners were delightful and very helpful. Location was excellent as a base for exploring all of Cornwall and close to restaurants and shops. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We’ll be back i’m sure.
The major problem was the parking . It stated parking for two vehicles which certainly wasn't true. It was possible to park one small car but not a bigger car that we had . Much as we liked the property we wouldn't book it again for this reason .
One first rate pub practically at the end of the road!!! First class.
The showers also didn't drain very well which led to us flooding the ensuite on one occasion. Parking is a pain and it would be helpful if the driveway was put to better use as I assume due to the steep slope it is never used fully. All of this is fairly minor and didn't compromise our holiday although would mean we wouldn't book here again.
Vanessa and Simon were wonderful and should be very proud of the standard of this wonderful cottage which we will go back to.
Really loved it - will return soon.
A real home from home, cosy in the cold weather, quiet and peaceful yet located centrally, an easy walk from the centre of Falmouth.
Exceptionally clean, beautiful views and well equipped. We loved Falmouth and the surrounding areas.
Occupying an elevated yet private position with outstanding views across Falmouth Harbour, Seabien is the perfect spot from which to enjoy the daily spectacle of craft in the bay.
Newly refurbished, this light and spacious bungalow has ample accommodation for four guests with a modern feel complemented by original artworks.
The property is within easy walking distance of the centre of the town which welcomes sailing enthusiasts, artists and students as well as holiday makers to enjoy the many cafes, bars, restaurants and individual shops which line the streets. Falmouth is also home to two sandy beaches; Gyllyngvase which is one of six with blue flag status in Cornwall and Swanpool, both of which have a good cafe/restaurant.
Just a mile further west is a larger beach at Maenporth.
Pleasure boat trips depart daily from the town quay taking in the hidden creeks of the Carrick Roads or across to the pretty village of St Mawes on the Roseland Peninsula; a delightful spot to enjoy a drink or meal in one of the waterfront hotels.
Hidden from view, Seabien is in a charming residential street just a few minutes' walk from the town centre; a sloping driveway and flight of steps lead down to the entrance.
The accommodation is light and airy with a bay window in the living room affording spectacular views of the harbour.
A few steps lead down to the two pretty bedrooms; a spacious double bedroom with 5' bed and en-suite bathroom plus a twin bedroom together with a family bathroom making this the ideal base for couples or small families.
The enclosed patio at the rear is the perfect spot to enjoy breakfast and the terrace at the front is furnished with comfortable wicker furniture, ideal for sundowners.
Off street parking is available on the sloping driveway for up to two vehicles.
Ground floor with a flight of steps to entrance and a few steps to bedrooms. Two bedrooms: 1 x king size with en-suite shower room with shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Sitting room with dining area, kitchen, utility room.
Note: No children under the age of 5.
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Great car Dutch but will it shoot 1/2 groups at 200yds??
Okay, to finish this up... or as Paul Harvey used to say "the rest of the story"!
I made what I thought to be a fair price offer of 10 grand cash green American. They thought they'd get more at auction. I opened the bid at my original offer amount. I thought this was only fair. Then someone else placed a bid of 15 grand. My thought was good for the sellers they were right. This all occurred 2 days after Christmas. I licked my wounds for a bit and moved on. Well last night I got a call from the sellers, guess what... The buyer still has not paid the auction house so the sale is void. Now the sellers have to pay the commission and listing fees which comes to 3500. They asked me if I'd consider buying the Packard for my original offer. Here comes a teaching moment... I said no but I'd be willing to make them a new offer of 5 grand cash green American. They said they couldn't possibly do that. I reminded them of the old fable "a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush". My offer will stand for a week then it and I are forever gone.
You drive a tough bargain Dutch. He should have taken the 5K and thanked you for your generosity.
Whoo!! Dutch you are a tough cookie, I like it!!!
Hmmmm . . . . other than the fact that I don't have room to store it and I really don't need another project right now (don't ever tell my wife I admitted that), I'd be hard pressed to pass that one up. Really a shame that the owner has to take it in the shorts for the deadbeat bidder, but such is life. Yep, in hindsight he shoulda jumped on your first offer. Love the car though!
I like the way you do business Dutch. I don't blame you one bit for lowering your offer. You offered them a fair market price and they declined your offer. It was obviously a fair offer or they would not have offered it to you the second time at the same price. I've got a feeling you will probably end up with that car for about $7500. In the end it will make 2 parties happy. Look forward to hearing of your purchase.
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Doc’s note: Today I’m sharing an essay from Whitney Tilson. In today’s special guest issue, Whitney is sharing the best advice he’s ever received, how it improved his investing, and how you can use it to become a better investor.
I first discovered value investing in the mid-1990s. From the very beginning, I’ve had two mentors and heroes who have profoundly impacted my life: Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett and Vice Chairman Charlie Munger.
Early on, I learned that value investing is like a religion: It has a revered founder (Ben Graham), a pope (Buffett), a senior cardinal (Munger), an Old Testament (Graham and Dodd’s Security Analysis), a New Testament (Graham’s The Intelligent Investor), and thousands of passionate disciples (like me) who study the historical texts and scrutinize new teachings by Buffett and Munger.
What I learned from these two wise men about investing was invaluable. In the early days of my career, I was very inexperienced – and they were such brilliant, inspiring, and patient teachers. Had I not absorbed all of the investing lessons they imparted, I never would have achieved anything close to the success I did.
I first discovered Buffett after I finished paying off my student loans and my wife and I had $10,000 sitting in our bank account – I thought we were rich!
I wanted to invest it, so I called Bill Ackman – a college buddy who has become one of the best-known hedge fund managers in the world and remains a close friend to this day. At the time, he was running his first hedge fund, called Gotham Partners.
That’s exactly what I did. It was the best advice anyone has ever given me.
Buffett is widely considered to be the greatest investor of all time, and his Berkshire Hathaway letters are world-class educational material.
For example, many investors become despondent when stock prices fall, but Buffett pointed out how silly this is in his 1997 annual letter. In it, he asked: If you were a hamburger lover, would you would wish for higher or lower prices for beef? And likewise, if you planned to buy a car, would you prefer a higher or lower price?
“These questions, of course, answer themselves,” he wrote.
Your future investment returns are driven by the price you pay. If you can buy stocks and other assets for less, then you’ll earn a bigger return. That’s the heart of value investing.
Buffett’s investment approach – especially the concept of buying dollar bills for 50 cents – resonated with me, so I kept reading and learning, and started to buy my first stocks. It was the late 1990s, at the tail end of a 17-year bull market, so most of them went up. One in particular stood out: I bought $20,000 of AOL in 1997.
Less than a year later, I’d made $100,000. I thought investing was the greatest thing ever – and that I was great at it.
I now realize that I had no idea what I was doing. I was just a bull market genius.
You see, value investing, while simple in concept (just buy stocks trading at a big discount to intrinsic value), is difficult in practice because it’s so hard to determine what the intrinsic value of a company is. To do so requires accurately predicting what future cash flows will be – and the future is always uncertain.
Though difficult, value investing isn’t impossible. But it takes a lot of work. Plus you have to be smart, experienced, humble, and disciplined. Nobody can value every stock – or even a small fraction of them – so you have to be patient and pick your spots.
Only invest your hard-earned capital when you’ve found the rare situation in which you’re convinced that you’re right… and the market is wrong.
I’ve been fortunate in my life to learn from brilliant men like Buffett, Munger, and many others.
I also didn’t waste my time going down rabbit holes of various other types of investing, like technical analysis or rash speculation on things like bitcoin. I quickly recognized that value investing was the most sensible approach – and it also best suited my temperament – so I focused on putting effort into this area, which helped me rapidly move up the learning curve. Before I knew it, I was teaching others!
And that’s what I’ve done for the past two decades.
Now, I’m trying something brand-new.
It’ll give you some of the same huge advantages that are typically only enjoyed by my hedge-fund friends in Manhattan.
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Vorys currently represents some of the most recognizable non-profit organizations in the state. We have successfully developed and executed legislative strategies that have preserved or enhanced the non-profit environment. Our advocacy—both in Columbus and Washington, D.C.—has produced significant results for many Ohio colleges and universities.
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During last year’s provincial election the Waterloo Region Chapter of Fair Vote Canada hosted a very successful all candidate’s meet & greet called Politics on the Patio. It’s election time again in K/W so we are reprising Politics on the Patio!
You are invited to meet with Eric Davis of the Liberal Party, Stacey Danckert of the Green Party, Elizabeth Rowley of the Communist Party, Allan Dettweiler of the Ontario Libertarian Party, John Turmel of the Paupers Party, Catherine Fife of the NDP and Garnet Bruce, Independent for an informal opportunity to enjoy a beer and have a chat with the candidates on Saturday, 1 September 2012 starting at 8:00pm at the Huether Hotel (map) in the Malt Room (ground floor at the back). We invited all the candidates so we may have some surprise last minute guests as well!
It was a great event last year and we expect it to be great this year as well. So, hope to see you at the Huether on the 1st!
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The system after the renaming of the subway lines.
504 KING Dundas W Stn. - Roncesvalles Ave. - King St. - Queen St. - Broadview Ave. - Broadview Stn.
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There’s a good movie somewhere in Solo: A Star Wars Story. Perhaps a better director and screenwriter could have found that story. I know Lawrence Kasdan is responsible for The Empire Strikes Back, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, etc., but every good screenwriter has duds and Kasdan’s more recent work has, in general, not held a flame to his earlier work. Solo is no exception. The film is utterly devoid of any of the character development that Kasdan made his career off of highlighting. By nature of this film, Han can only develop so far since we know how he has to end up by the end of the film as we’ve already met the older version of him in A New Hope. In fairness, prequels are hard. It’s hard to have real, believable character development when your lead characters have to end up in a certain place by the end of the film. I get that. I don’t envy the Kasdans for having to cope with that, though it does beg the question of whether or not this should’ve been a Han Solo film.
I’d say, “No.” There’s a fairly interesting story here, if a bit run of the mill. Han Solo (Alden Ehrenreich) encounters a group of smugglers led by Tobias Beckett (Woody Harrelson) and ends up going on a heist with him at the behest of space mobsters Dryden Vos (Paul Bettany). It’s fairly predictable and doesn’t always work, but what makes it interesting are all the tidbits about the seedier side of the Star Wars universe. Unfortunately, the film never seems all that interested in developing any of that, so all those interesting elements stay as juicy tidbits hidden in a generic piece of film. Like the plot, the characters are all wooden and flat, mostly because they have to play second fiddle to Ehrenreich’s Han Solo. And there’s the film’s biggest problem: Han Solo. Due to the whole we-know-where-he’s-gonna-end-up thing, the film can’t actually do anything new or interesting with the character, so instead, we get a pretty run-of-the-mill backstory featuring him being an orphan on this planet and having to work for this weird criminal alien lady who takes in orphans and forces them to be criminals. He joins the Empire to get away from that, flunks out of the Imperial Academy, and returns to a life of crime that leads him to become the man we saw in A New Hope. There’s nothing particularly interesting there and nobody was really clamoring for all the details of his backstory; it didn’t really matter to the character we knew and loved. There’s just nothing you can really do with a Han Solo prequel movie.
It’s a shame because some of the plot elements are interesting and would’ve been a lot better had the film been able to focus on developing them instead of wasting time on the shoehorned-in Han Solo backstory. Within the context of the film, there’s no reason that it had to be about Han Solo at all. Any generic space gangster could have been substituted in Han’s place and nothing would have changed other than Han ultimately winning the Millenium Falcon. The film would lose nothing from the total excision of Han and would gain the possibility of an actual compelling lead character. You could even keep Alden Ehrenreich as the lead actor, playing a smuggler who just wasn’t Han Solo, because, really, Ehrenreich did a fine job in the film. He’s a good actor and he really was charming (and by the end of the film, he did start to feel like Han Solo) and I’d have been interested in seeing what he could’ve done with a character who wouldn’t always have the shadow of Harrison Ford looming over him. The rest of the cast members are similarly good, though a bit underused. None of them are given much, at all, to do since none of them are given any kind of development at all. Donald Glover is great as Lando, but the character is literally just a younger version of who he was in the original films (suave, a bit of a backstabber, etc); Emilia Clarke is fine as Qi’ra but isn’t given much to do outside of being Han’s love interest until the end of the film; Woody Harrelson is basically Woody Harrelson in space as he plays the generic mentor character in the film; Paul Bettany and Erin Kellyman are given the least to do as Drydon Vos and Enfys Nest (respectively), the film’s antagonists. Both appear in a total of two or three scenes and, Drydon Vos in particular, aren’t developed into much of anything.
The film’s biggest problem is that it’s a Han Solo movie. Had it just taken the same story and told it from a different point of view, allowing for more character and plot development, this really could have been a good film. We could’ve had a more developed villain/overall threat. We could’ve had more three-dimensional characters and clearer motivations and arcs. The story could’ve been stronger. All of these things could easily happen if the writers hadn’t spent all their energy focusing solely on the Han Solo character. It’s a waste of time because there’s so little you can do with the character that hasn’t already been done. I’d have loved a movie with a better-developed version of this plot and mostly new characters that focused on smuggling and the criminal underbelly of the Star Wars universe. That’s an interesting idea (and it was one that was behind a TV series and a video game at one point prior to the Disney buyout). Solo clearly wants to be that movie, but it can’t divert its attention away from Han Solo long enough to develop any of those ideas and the film suffers for it.
On the whole, Solo: A Star Wars Story is fine. It doesn’t have the audacity to be as unenjoyable or messy as The Last Jedi, but it’s never as good as it wants to be either. There are some good ideas hidden underneath the layers of mediocrity and predictability. It’s oddly paced, competently directed, well acted, and features a pretty good score, but it’s all bogged down by a script that spends no time developing the characters or the central threat and as a result, it all falls a bit flat. Characters are disposed of left and right, and while the stakes for the characters are high, it never really feels that way for the audience. We already know how the film is gonna end and so there’s not much that can be done to get around that. It’s not the worst Star Wars movie, but it’s nowhere close to being the best. It’s a mostly enjoyable, entirely forgettable film that would’ve been better if it didn’t feature Han Solo at all and featured more character and plot development in his place.
3 out of 5 wands.
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hd00:31Winter snowfall. Snow Slow motion filmed at 50fps outdoors on natural background. Snowy weather during snowing winter day.Blurred abstract background.
hd00:22Snow covered surface for product placement. Blurred wooden house wall with window on background. Heavy snowfall on winter day. Christmas background with cottage and copyspace area. Large snowflakes.
4k00:104K Looped Abstract Thunder Clouds Background footage for different events and projects!!!
4k00:30Realistic snowfall on abstract blue copy space background.
4k00:54Snowfall in front of a Glass Office Building. 4K SLOW MOTION. Modern business and conference centre, close up. Urban background. Blurred Lights in a building Windows.
hd00:07Fantastic Fairytale Magical Landscape View Forest Park in Winter on a Sunny Day During a Snowfall. Christmas Winter New Year Scenery background.
4k00:13Snowfall Side Wind Blowing Seamless on Black Background. Slow Motion Looped 3d Animation. Alpha Matte. 4k Ultra HD 3840x2160.
hd00:52snow falls slowly against the background of a Christmas tree or pine. New Year, Christmas, Winter.
4k00:15SLOW MOTION, DOF: Cinematic shot of a wooden shack in the woods on a beautiful snowy day. Lonely green hut in the middle of the forest weathering the snowfall during a cold winter. Winter wonderland.
hd00:15Winter snowfall on transparent background with an alpha channel. Snow motion, CGI loop animation.
hd00:20Looped Snow Overlay for different projects and etc... You just have to drop the snowfall clips to your project and set its blending mode to “screen”, “add” or similar.
hd00:20Portrait of beautiful smiling young woman outside enjoying winter snowfall wearing glasses cap and coat looking at camera.
4k00:17Snowfall. View of the windows of the office building. Snowy London.
4k00:29Snow falling background. Background of snow fall blowing fast in night winter blizzard. 4K UHD 2160p footage.
hd00:42Seagulls flying over the raging sea. Slow motion.
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Hannah Marie Wormington waves from the main entrance to her brick French eclectic-style house (ca.1920-ca.1940) located at 4600 East Seventeenth (17th) Avenue Parkway, in the South Park Hill Neighborhood of Denver, Colorado. The entrance is set in a conical roof topped tower. There is decorative half-timbering below a front facing gable.
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NeoStem, Inc. (NYSE Amex: NBS) (“NeoStem” or the “Company”), an international biopharmaceutical company, today announced the closing of an underwritten public offering of 13,750,000 units at $1.20 per unit.
Each unit consists of one share of common stock and a warrant to purchase 0.75 of a share of common stock with a per share exercise price of $1.45. Lazard Capital Markets LLC and JMP Securities LLC acted as joint bookrunners. Morgan Joseph TriArtisan LLC, Maxim Group LLC and National Securities Corporation acted as co-managers of the offering.
Gross proceeds were $16,500,000, prior to deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and offering expenses payable by the Company. These funds will be used for working capital purposes, including research and development of cell therapeutic product candidates, expansion of business units and other general corporate purposes.
NeoStem, Inc. (“NeoStem”) is engaged in the development and manufacturing of cell-based therapies. Its January, 2011 acquisition of Progenitor Cell Therapy (“PCT”), and its July 14, 2011 announcement of the signing of a merger agreement to acquire Amorcyte, Inc. (“Amorcyte”), position NeoStem to achieve its mission of capturing the paradigm shift to cell therapy.
PCT gives NeoStem not only access to a world class contract manufacturing cell therapy company but provides NeoStem a platform and expertise around the evaluation, development and regulatory requirements to develop autologous, allogeneic, immunomodulatory and vaccine-based therapeutics.
NeoStem also holds the worldwide exclusive license to VSEL™ Technology, which uses very small embryonic-like stem cells, shown to have several physical characteristics that are generally found in embryonic stem cells, and is pursuing the licensing of other technologies for therapeutic use. NeoStem owns 80% of Athelos Corporation, a company developing a T-cell therapeutic with potential in a range of auto-immune conditions such as graft versus host disease, asthma and diabetes. NeoStem’s acquisition of Amorcyte, once the transaction is completed, will give the Company a Phase 2 asset for the treatment of Acute Myocardial Infarctions and a Phase 1 asset for Congestive Heart Failure. NeoStem will own 100% of the worldwide rights to the Amorcyte programs.
Furthermore, NeoStem is building its Chinese presence by establishing an operations lab for cell-based manufacturing in Beijing, as well as commercializing cellular therapies in China through the establishment of relationships with a network of hospitals.
NeoStem also owns a majority-interest in Suzhou Erye Pharmaceutical Company Limited, a world class manufacturing and distribution operation of generic antibiotics in China, with reported revenues of $69 million in 2010.
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements reflect management’s current expectations, as of the date of this press release, and involve certain risks and uncertainties. Forward looking statements include statements herein with respect to successful execution of the Company’s strategy, including the integration of PCT’s operations, the successful closing of the Amorcyte acquisition and the successful development of any cell therapeutic product, about which no assurances can be given. The Company’s actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward- looking statements as a result of various factors.
Factors that could cause future results to materially differ from the recent results or those projected in forward-looking statements include the “Risk Factors” described in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 6, 2011, its Prospectus Supplement dated on July 19, 2011 as well as other periodic filings made with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company’s further development is highly dependent on future medical and research developments and market acceptance, which is outside its control.
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Do you struggle with how to approach billable hours, from a planning perspective? On today’s episode, I want to help you understand how to approach things so that you have the best opportunity to hit your hours, without overwhelming yourself in the process.
When to say “No” to projects!
Plus, I share my step-by-step formula so you can make sure you hit your target (and not go over – because overbilling is just as bad as underbilling…).
1 comment to " #50: Taming the Billable Hour "
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Bought online, no activation code to get in to... what do I do?
NEXTBOOK SD CARD ERROR "card not inserted"
Why I have no sound coming out of speakers?
My Nextbook will not charge.
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I never add anyone randomly to buy games by Paypal, CSGO Keys or Wallet.
My Steam Profile is always public with +6K games, lvl 98 and 7 years of service.
- I'll ignore all random invites at Steam, if you haven't made me an offer before.
- I only want games to Steam, i'm not interested in games from Uplay, GOG, Origin and Desura.
- I don't want cards, sack of gems, items and skins.
- Don't ask me "How many/much for..." it's very clear that i looking offers for my games.
- I also accept offers in Paypal (You pay the fees) or CSGO Keys (Non Vanillas or Hydras).
- I'll not accept Paypal if you have a less reputation of +50.
Hi! Anything from my list for Revolver 360 ?
Sorry, not interested. Thanks for you offer.
Hi, something from my list for Mitsurugi Kamui Hikae?
You would agree to change from 2 games?
Hi, interested in something from here http://www.steamtrades.com/trade/JxPiT/games-for-games ?
Sorry, I didn't see anything of interest.
Hi. CortexGear: AngryDroids or Crash Time 2 for Descent Underground ?
I'm not interested but thanks for you offer.
For your other games ?
Sorry, I want other games interesting.
No, thanks for your offer.
Hello, would you be interested in trading Caffeine: Season Pass + Episode One DLC for Gunpoint?
Hey, You have another game to offer apart of Gunpoint? Because it is the Game Base + the DLC what I have.
Would you want Always Sometimes Monsters?
Yes, would Gunpoint + Always Sometimes Monsters for the Caffeine: Season Pass + Episode One DLC? If so, add me for exchange.
Something here for Divinity Dragon Commander or SPINTIRES?
I didn't see anything interest but thanks for your offer.
Nothing there interest me, thanks anyways.
ARK: Survival Evolve for Spintires?
You have another game to offer? I'll buy the OlliOlli 2 in some hours.
noct for Mitsurugi Kamui Hikae?
Sorry, not interested but thanks for you offer.
Sorry, I want only games.
Already I replied previously, view more up.
Anything below for Euro Truck Simulator 2?
Binding of Isaac plus Wrath of the Lamb DLC for Gunpoint?
You have another game to offer? I have already the TBOI and DLC.
I'm interested in NOT A HERO and Gods Will Be Watching, for which of these games would be willing to change?
NOT A HERO historical low is $5, so how about Gunpoint, REVOLVER, and Arkham City since that's just a little below NOT A HERO's value?
3 games for 1? Sorry but I will pass.
Yeah, but NOT A HERO's a fairly new and valuable game, and I'm going by historical low since it's never been bundled.
Lyne for Cook, servec delicious?
step for now but thank you for your offer.
Anything here for Kraven Manor?
I didn't see anything interest.
You have another game to offer? I have already Deponia.
The Deponia is also free.
I'm offering the dlcs, not the base game.
somethink here for you http://www.steamtrades.com/trade/JrM8d/w-banished-rust-h-games ?
I just want the Sudeki, there are some game from my list of similar value you want?
Anything here for Jet Racing Extreme?
I'm interested only in the Escape Goat.
Hitman 2 Silent Assassin, Overlord, Operation Flashpoint Dragon rising, GRID Autosport- Any of these for Euro Truck Simulator 2?
Hi, the Grid Autosport you got it in Gift Link?
It's Key from Humble Bundle. Add me so we can talk.
Hi! Blades of Time: Limited Edition for DiRT Showdown?
You have another game to offer? I have already Really Big Sky.
Alien Breed Trilogy (key) - Age of Survival (key) - Bedlam (key) . Axis Football 2015 (key) - Blackbay Asylum (key) - Cloud Chamber (gift link) - Flying Tigers: Shadows Over China (key) - Lemma (key) - BRAWL (key) - Monstrum (key) - Stick RPG 2: Director's Cut (key) - Ethan: Meteor Hunter (steam gift) - Drakensang: The River of Time (key) ??
Trade both KOF's for Batman Arkham City GOTY?
Sorry, but I found no other game that interests me apart of Lyne; don't interested in any game of similar value?
No sorry only interested in Bad company, which is of the same value. Check G2a. Both around $3 I can offer you 9 cards with it, but that is all i have, Edit: How about LYNE, 9 cards and The Howler Gift?
then I will pass, thanks for you offer.
I have it as GIFT, maybe if you were to get one OlliOlli 2 + the LYNE let me know.
Hi, Painkiller Hell & Damnation for star trek ?
I would rather get the full pack of Painkiller and You have another game apart to offer?
I have already Deponia apart it was free. You have another game to offer?
Anything here for How to Survive?
Hi, I'm interested in the Teslagrad.
Ah, traded for that already. How about Gunpoint or Battlefield instead?
Sorry, but I didn't see anything interest.
Battlefield or Gunpoint for anything here?
letterquest remastered or survivalist for coffin dodgers?
Hi, what game do you want?
Hi, I have a question You exchange any GIFT for Starship Rubicon?
The Last Remnant for outlast or titan souls ?
Anything here for 1 x Contagion?
Sorry, I didn't see anything interest.
Escape Goat 2 or Costume Quest 2 for Titan souls?
Sorry, for the Titan Souls I'm looking for a game similiar value and that hasn't to come in bundles.
Well is there something reasonably priced that i can buy from the steam store that might interest you?
I'm interested in any of these games: Deponia: The Complete Journey, Rise of Nations: Extended Edition, The Banner Saga or Transistor.
Hi, something from my list for Contagion?
Hi, I'm interested in the Ridge Racer Unbounded Bundle.
what do you want for rebellion anthology ?
I want some games of my wishlist by the pack.
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These Eduardo Oxford shoes are one of Paul Smith's most popular styles. Made with flexible rubber travel soles and toecap stitch detailing, they're ideal for on and off-duty. The leather in-sole offers premium quality, too.
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We are your source for Premium Rotary Engine Rebuilding services, Mazda OEM parts and quality aftermarket performance products. If you are looking for something and cannot find it in our catalog, please call. We can source just about anything or refer you to someone who can. If you have a special need, custom engineering and fabrication are available.
Our Viton pan gasket is highly resistant to heat and oil. It should be the last pan gasket you need to buy for your 2004-'08 MSP engine!
HD Water seal Kit for the 2004-2012 RX8. This kit includes our special o rings for the Inner/Outer water seals, Dowel pins, Oil pedestal,rear stationary gear, oil metering pump and tension bolt washers.
We are in the process of transferring all the products from the old store, so it may be a while before you see all the products appear. We will also be expanding the number of stock Mazda parts and adding other products. The store is fully functional, so if you find a product you wish to purchase, go ahead and do so through the store.
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Croatia The name Croatia comes from the Latin phrase Dux Croatorum, meaning the "Duke of Croatians." Although what exactly the root itself means is unknown; it seems likely the name was assigned to a particular Slavic tribe by outsiders, although no real evidence exists to prove or disprove any theory.
Croatia's recent history is tied to Yugoslavia and southeastern Europe, but today Croatia is in the European Union, which actually matches much of its longer history, tying it to the west. Although the people of Croatia are very genetically and linguistically similar to other people in the region, culturally they have always been connected to the west, beginning with their time under Roman rule.
The lands of modern day Croatia were a part of the Roman Empire and were an influential piece of that empire as a couple emperors came from the region of Croatia. Even after the empire split into the west and east (Byzantine Empire) empires, Croatia remained with the west, although most of the Balkan Peninsula fell under the control of Byzantium. This is when the division of the peninsula began.
Under the Roman Empire and later the Frankish and Venetian Empires (as opposed to being under the Byzantine Empire), the region and people of Croatia always looked west and became Catholic while most of the people on the peninsula later converted to Eastern Orthodox. All these rulers were Catholic, including the later Hapsburgs, maintaining the Catholic faith of the people and truly giving them a different identity than the Serbs, Montenegrins, and Bosniaks, who speak a similar language.
These outside rulers also had great influence on the people of the region as architecture along the coasts is strongly Venetian and foods from both Italy and Austria can be easily found, although the natural reliance on the seas still dominates the cuisine.
Under Yugoslav rule Croatia changed greatly in terms of lifestyle, but didn't change to a significant degree culturally. Communism encouraged advancements in technology, communication, infrastructure, and transportation, which meant cities grew and jobs shifted to the industrial sector. For much of history life was based off the lands as many people farmed, raised animals, or fished; this is still true to a great degree, but today many others find work in other sectors.
Despite Yugoslav rule, the culture of Croatia remained tied to their past and little changed in this regard. The major differences between Croatia and their neighbors remained, beginning with Catholicism separating them from most neighbors while ethnicity and language continued to differentiate the people from Slovenia. However, more than these simple differences, the people of Croatia tend to focus on family, friends, neighbors, and the future; there is a push forward, constantly seeking out a better future, a stable economy, and greater opportunities, which seem to begin with attracting tourists to their beautiful islands, beaches, parks, and cities.
The colors of the Croatian flag are taken from the pan-Slavic flag, which consists of the same three colors. In the middle of the flag is the country's coat of arms. On the coat of arms are five small shields, which represent the five historic regions of the country (from left): Croatia, Dubrovnik, Dalmatia, Istria, and Slavonia.
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This woman wanted to improve the appearance of her cheeks and lower face but did not want to consider surgery. Juvederm - a hyaluronic acid based filler - was used to restore the volume loss in her nasolabial folds and marionette lines around her mouth. Juvederm Voluma was used for her cheek augmentation. The picture on the right was taken one week following her treatment.
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Tekna Oil and gas invites for a separate session this year at ONS 2018 with focus on current and future educational needs for the petroleum industry.
We encourage all Tekna Oil and gas members whom will attend ONS to participate and inform about this side-event.
Note and join if you can the many technical sessions on ONS 2018 on a variety of subject matters.
Tekna Oil and gas (Gudmund Syrtveit) has also been in a committee for one of these technical sessions; Infrastrukture opportunities for O& g suppliers, Thursday August 30th.
See more information on «Technical sessions» here.
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8. Big Y Foods Inc.
From Business: Big Y is an American owned & operated supermarket chain with locations throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut.
From Business: Big Y in Enfield, CT at 65 Palomba Drive is your local supermarket for world class service & value. Find the greatest selection of produce, seafood, & more!
From Business: Big Y in Avon, CT at 255 West Main Street is your local supermarket for world class service & value. Find the greatest selection of produce, seafood, & more!
From Business: Big Y in Southwick, MA at 195 College Highway is your local supermarket for world class service & value. Find the greatest selection of produce, seafood, & more!
Don't work there. They wrongfully fire people!
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Thanks for taking time to listen to our podcast. If the podcast has been helpful to you, please leave us a rating or a review at this link.
To learn more about the services of The Heart of Hospice, visit our website at www.theheartofhospice.com.
2017 is almost here. 2016 is about to become a memory.
As 2016 comes to an end we want to express how thankful we are for each of you. Thanks for listening to this podcast and thanks for sharing it with others.
In this episode Helen & Jerry reflect on the beginning of the Heart of Hospice, and share some of our plans for 2017.
The mission of The Heart of Hospice is to educate, encourage, and enrich the hospice experience.
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We will go today straight to show you all the answers of Escape Room Level 282. In fact our team did a great job to solve it and give all the stuff full of answers and even bonus words if available. This is what we are devoted to do aiming to help players that stuck in a game.
So as not to make you wait too much our team has already prepared for you the answers for the next level : Escape Room Level 283 Answers .
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Merlin Entertainments has launched three of its top global brands in the heart of Orlando’s International Drive. At I-Drive 360, guests can take flight on the iconic Coca-Cola Orlando Eye, a 400-foot tall observation wheel with breathtaking views of Central Florida; dive deep into the oceans of the world by exploring SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium and it’s 360° Underwater Tunnel, floor-to-ceiling displays and bubble aquariums; or indulge in the ultimate fame experience at Madame Tussauds Orlando, the unparalleled celebrity wax attraction.
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The iconic 400-foot tall observation wheel at the heart of I-Drive 360, provides breathtaking views of Central Florida in all directions within 30 fully enclosed, air-conditioned glass capsules. Guests can also experience an Eagle’s Eye view in our ultimate pre-flight 4D Cinema Experience with spectacular multi-sensory special effects.
Roll out the red carpet, Orlando! Madame Tussauds, the world’s most famous celebrity wax attraction, provides visitors with the ultimate fame experience and its signature red carpet treatment. Get ready to experience the essence of America with this brand new, immersive and interactive wax experience, bursting with family fun and world-class entertainment.
SEA LIFE Orlando offers a wave of underwater adventures with species from the oceans of the world! Come face-to-face with more than 5,000 creatures including colorful fish, seahorses and jellyfish, and surround yourself with turtles and sharks in our immersive 360° Underwater tunnel. SEA LIFE Orlando provides an interactive journey into the diversity of marine life while playing an active role in conservation efforts and inspiring others to lend their support.
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London – Moscow, 21 April 2009 - Direct investment in European commercial real estate reached €12bn in Europe in Q1 2009, down 30% on volumes in the previous quarter and 70% lower than Q1 2008, according to new research from Jones Lang LaSalle. Core Western European markets accounted for 95% of total investment volumes, whilst Central and Eastern European markets saw very little activity.
In the UK direct commercial real estate investment volumes were €4.4bn in the first quarter of 2009, a slight upturn (4%) compared to the previous quarter, and largely accounted for by transactions in the central London market. In Germany €1.6bn was transacted in the quarter, down almost 50% on the previous quarter; the lack of transactions reflecting a ‘wait and see’ attitude from domestic investors who have not been forced into distressed selling as well as the lack of debt required to fund larger transactions. Investment activity in Central and Eastern Europe (including Russia) was limited to a handful of transactions in Q1 2009, totalling €536m.
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The cable supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz band applications where more RF gain power is required to increase coverage of the Wireless installations.
CFD4-100 1M N-Plug (Male) to N-Plug (Male) CFD400 Low Loss RF Antenna Cable provides low loss of attenuation with antennas. The cable supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz band applications where more RF gain power is required to increase coverage of the Wireless installations.
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Various kinds of information from many different sources are sent to NDW. This data is assembled, stored and then distributed among the recipients.
The road authorities themselves use the data to redirect traffic by means of ramp meters, route information panels and other traffic management instruments.
Service providers use radio, TV, websites, apps and navigation systems to inform and advise travellers before and during their journey.
A historical record of the real-time traffic data is accumulated over time. This historical data is used to generate traffic analyses.
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I think long and hard before I start new ones because I can't paint over or erase if I make mistakes. This one will be just how I want it. This will be finished in a few weeks.
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The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Northern Chautauqua welcomes Reverend Ron Skowronski to the pulpit on Sunday, June 3. Skowronski asks, “Did you ever want to feel good most of the time? Did you ever wonder why so many people feel so bad most of the time?” In this reflection on feeling good, without having to go to heaven, Rev. Ron Skowronski shares his views on how to live the heavenly life without having to leave the planet to do it. He will share the thinking of some of the great minds of history, on how they lived the “Feel Good” life, and still had both feet squarely planted on the ground.
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Northern Chautauqua is a liberal religious community devoted to promoting individual spiritual development, working toward peace, liberty and justice in the immediate and global communities, and providing companionship on life’s sacred journey. Worship services are held each Sunday at 11 a.m. in the Grange Hall, 58 W. Main St. Fredonia. Call 679-7944, visit uucnc.org or visit the page on Facebook at www.facebook.com/uucnc for more information.
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Every once in a while we get these questions about how safe hot tubs really are. It seems to be that the news stories that point out the rare hot tub injuries get wide enough exposure that it perpetuates this myth that hot tubs really aren’t safe. Thankfully for us, that’s not true!
In fact, the last hot tub injury reporting that was done in 2009 found that many of the injuries could have easily been avoided with proper monitoring of kids by adults around hot tubs, and by using simple common sense.
Never leave children unattended in a hot tub. An alarming number of hot tub injuries surrounded children left unattended in hot tubs. Fortunately, residential hot tubs (especially Hot Spring Spas) don’t have any of the serious suction fittings in them that result in some entrapment issues that find their way into news reporting. Most residential hot tubs have much better filtering related to the size of jet pumps in tubs, thereby eliminating suction issues.
No jumping or diving into hot tubs. Other hot tub injuries reported were related to jumping and even diving into hot tubs by kids. (Remember—kids will look at a hot tub like it’s a mini pool!) Setting some ground rules about how hot tubs can be used before a child enters the tub is key to avoid many of these injuries.
Use hot tub cool down seats and bar tops to safely enter & exit a hot tub. Many other injuries were related to slipping and/or falling when entering or exiting a hot tub. A lot of hot tubs (including most of the models we sell) feature cool down seats. These raised areas inside the hot tub are ideal for stepping in and out of the tub. They also provide a terrific place to get your torso out of the water when you start to feel overheated and need a break, but don’t want to exit the tub entirely. In a perfect world, you’ll have a set of steps outside the tub to step up to the lip of the tub (known as the bar top). Then, once you’re on the top step, do not step up and over the bar top into the tub. Instead, use the bar top of the tub as a seat. Sit on the bar top, swing your legs up and over from the steps onto the cool down seat of the tub and then lower yourself the rest of the way into the water. This will avoid the likelihood of a slip, trip or fall when entering the hot tub. Exercise the same steps when leaving the tub as well. Other accessories like a hand rail can also help with entering and exiting the tub safely.
Bottom line is this: hot tubs really are safe! The key is for those using the hot tub to use common sense while taking a soak, make sure kids are properly monitored during hot tub soaking, and stay hydrated.
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how do you reset the player? how do you reset the player?
my sansa will refresh itself and berfore it loads all the way it makes a whole bunch of funny colors!!!! my sansa will refresh itself and berfore it loads all the way it makes a whole bunch of funny colors!!!!
My e250 is stuck on the startup menu, the sandisk logo, I have reset it by holding the menu button and whatever, but when i turn it back on it freezes once again on the start up menu. sometimes when I push the button in the middle of the player the screen goes completely white, resets itself and freezes at the SAME SCREEN!!!!!!! My e250 is stuck on the startup menu, the sandisk logo, I have reset it by holding the menu button and whatever, but when i turn it back on it freezes once again on the start up menu. sometimes when I push the button in the middle of the player the screen goes completely white, resets itself and freezes at the SAME SCREEN!!!!!!!
What do I do when my Sansa E260 tells me it is resorting database and keeps powering off after being fully charged?
I erased some things i didn't think i would need from the mp3 player (photo folder, etc.) and now when it turns on it just says "Load main image failed, switch to recovery mode"
Simply press and hold the power button for 20 seconds. The soft reset would refresh the player. After doing the soft reset, try to turn on the player once more. If this didn't resolve your issue continue to step 2.
Firmware controls the functions of your device (how your device operates). In cases where the product does not perform as intended, the update fixes the issue by replacing the current firmware with the latest enhanced version.
Please be reminded that for your player to work properly you need to meet the requirements below.
If you encounter any issues with the Sansa Firmware Updater, we can try to use the Manual Firmware Update.
There are three versions of the Sansa e200 - Version 1, Version 2, and Rhapsody. This can be found by going over to "Settings" if you found "format" then you have a "v2" or look at the back of your player and check the exact model number under the "CE" logo it should say "model:e200" for Version 1; "model:e200 V2" for Version 2; and "model:e200R" for Rhapsody Version. Make sure that you choose the correct firmware version for your device as updating it using the wrong firmware version may render your device useless.
1. Reset the device as described on the site of Sandisk.
Usually freezing is resolved via a firmware upgrade - check the manufacturer's website. Sansa players are manufactured by Sandisk.
Sandisk can be very finicky about picking up throught the computer. You may have to return the product for another. Better yet, ask your sandisk dealer for a new usb cord! The conductors connecting both devices could be loose and not have anything to do with the machine.
Sansa e200 No USB Menu Option?
e200 or c200? I know that problem was fixed on the e200 with the latest firmware update. Download the sansa updater utility at the sandisk website and see if you can upgrade your firmware.
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Kenzi replied to Kenzi's topic in Public: Welcome!
Thank you. It means a lot to feel welcome to speak about my past and not feel so burdensome on the closest people in my life. Most know enough about my past but I often feel bad unloading some of this weight onto them. So I try my best not to. I'm happier to have a place to share. However unfortunate the circumstances are... It helps. Thank you, again.
Kenzi posted a topic in Public: Welcome!
I don't even know how to begin. I'm trying to just live... But I still deal with so much guilt. I've edited this, so hopefully no one reads before I completed. I've dealt with triggers lately and don't feel like I have many to talk to. So I decided to look into online support groups and found this one. I'm hopeful this will help my healing. I have told people in my life about what happened. Some know everything and some know an edited version. But I currently don't have the same people I did when my SA happened. So I need to find help and somewhere to talk more freely about my past abuse.
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I apologize for my absence but the blog is back up and running! The best way to celebrate it is with with an outfit post! Each winter season I seem to have this one particular go-to hat that I cannot stop wearing. Last year it was the famous Carthartt hat and this year it is my helsinki hat!
One thing that I really like to do, is browsing through online webshops. I have been obsessively browsing through Korean webshops and one thing that kept coming back was this big knitted beanie in all different sizes and colors. I lost all hope when I learned that even on Ebay they sell it for 50$. However, on one casual shopping day, I found this sucker in H&M. Needless to say, I bought it in every color they had!
Cropped long-sleeved top are really part of my everyday outfit nowadays. There is something so fashionably simplistic about them that I just cannot refuse to buy a bunch of them. I just paired it with my trusty black pants, black boots and my new helsinki hat. This outfit may not be the most special outfit, but casual goes a long way!
Die muts is zalig! En inderdaad: die crop top met lange mouwen is echt wel fashionable en toch niet te over nagedacht. Leuke outfit!
Lovely striped top with that vintage bag! Gorgeous look Monica!
These pictures are so cute! I love your sweet little bag.
You look adorable! Love the cute beanie and the cool booties!
Hello Monica, i love this look and the hat is so cooool !
u look amazing plus I loveee your boots!!
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Cruisin' Goods offers original artwork and limited edition prints from over 75 artists. Many styles and subjects are represented and you are sure to find the perfect print for your home, garage or office.
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Three of the five priorities set by the African Development Bank (AfDB) as part of its Ten Year Strategy were at the centre of discussions between representatives of the institution and members of West African civil society.
High-priority issues including access to energy, transforming African agriculture and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa through job creation for youth, in addition to the industrialization and integration of Africa, were the subject of a presentation and lively debates between representatives of West African civil society and the AfDB in Dakar.
Starting Wednesday, the Senegalese capital hosted this three-day regional consultation, the first of its kind, with civil society organisations. The AfDB will host a total of five such consultations between now and the end of 2016 at the level of African regional economic communities on the subject of its agenda for the continent’s transformation.
Eighty people, primarily representing West African civil society and AfDB managers, discussed the five priorities of the Bank’s Ten Year Strategy, known as the High 5s, and how civil society organisations can contribute to their implementation.
Following the presentation of three of the Bank’s High 5 priorities, Maria Mulindi, Advisor to the AfDB President, emphasized throughout the discussion that the Bank’s mission is to reach out to African populations at the base of the pyramid. “The Bank wants to work through you (civil society) to reach the base of the pyramid,” she said Wednesday.
“The AfDB’s President has said that there will be regional consultations. He told us not to shirk our responsibilities,” she said, encouraging civil society to state its viewpoints on these priorities for transforming the African continent between now and 2025.
Several West African civil society leaders made the trip. They “all belong to civil society organisations involved in the three priority areas (energy, agriculture and youth employment)”, which are at the centre of the Dakar regional consultation, according to Zéneb Touré, Principal Civil Society Engagement Officer with the AfDB.
During the discussions following the presentation of these themes, Khady Fall Tall, the president of the Association des femmes de l'Afrique de l'Ouest (AFAO), the West African Women’s Association, expressed her interest in seeing the AfDB screen and identify civil society organisations that can help achieve the five priorities outlined in its ten-year plan.
Komi Abitor, with the Togolese NGO ETD (Businesses, Land and Development), praised this new step taken by the African Development Bank in working with African civil society for the implementation of its Ten Year Strategy.
“The AfDB has truly changed its intervention strategy and policy. From what we’ve seen, the Bank is now positioning itself as a major inclusive development player for our countries,” Abitor said. “I feel that through these five priorities, the Bank is speaking a language that is close to that of civil society organisations. The AfDB is starting to speak our language,” he added.
Following the forum it held with African civil society during the Bank’s last Annual Meeting in Lusaka in May, the African Development Bank will hold five workshops at the regional economic community level around its Ten Year Strategy based on the five priorities.
During these regional workshops, the Bank and the CSOs will work to identify flagship projects from among three priority areas and develop a partnership structure between the two parties for the next ten years.
Dakar is just the first step in this process. Other regional consultations will be held in Tunis on September 14 to 16, in Yaoundé on September 28 to 30, in Johannesburg on November 14 to 16, and in Nairobi on November 30 to December 2, 2016.
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Some Winnipeg high school students got behind the wheel at a local go-kart track on Monday evening to learn what it's like to drive while distracted or impaired.
Six Grade 11 students from Grant Park High School took part in two driving exercises at Speedworld Indoor Kart Track as part of Project Shift, a new road safety awareness program.
The students drove go karts at speeds of around 40 kilometres an hour for both exercises.
For the first two laps, they had to wear beer goggles to simulate impaired driving.
"It's a bit hard because I had to estimate everything, see where I was," said Tommy Mahoney, one of the students who took part in the simulation.
Then for the next two laps, the students had to drive their go karts while trying to text the event's organizer at the same time.
"The texting … that was impossible! I got really close to hitting the barriers a few times," said Alenna Mark.
Project Shift was started by friends of Amanda Frizzley, a tow truck driver who was killed when she was struck by a drunk driver speeding the wrong way down a one-way downtown street in September 2007.
"There's no excuse to make choices like that," said Michelle Golebiowski, Frizzley's best friend and the organizer of Monday's event.
"We have friends and family, we have resources. It's very important, I think, for people to remember not to drink and drive."
The students said they will talk with other students about what they learned at Monday's exercise.
"I learned it's pretty dangerous to make some decisions that people are making," Mahoney said. "I personally never text and drive, but I see people doing it."
"It's upsetting that … so many people are drinking and driving or texting and driving and affecting other people's lives," said Mark.
"I would never want to lose somebody that's close to me."
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The Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) is a nationally accredited certification exam for pharmacy technicians offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). The exam is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Candidates who successfully challenge the certification exam will earn the CPhT designation and Certified Pharmacy Technician credentials. All certified pharmacy technicians are required to complete continuing education and recertify every two years.
2. Successfully complete a training program or military training or have relevant work experience, as described below.
Has been verified by the candidate’s employer to provide academic preparation, including technical skills and knowledge, sufficient to prepare the candidate to adequately perform the duties of an entry-level pharmacy technician.
Formal medical services pharmacy-related training offered by any branch of the US Military fulfills the training program*.
*Candidates whose date of graduation or completion from their training program or military training is five (5) years or more prior to the date of application, must also have relevant work experience as described below.
Candidates must have completed at least 1,200 hours of supervised pharmacy-related work experience within any one (1) year of the past three (3) years.
Additionally, candidates must read the Candidate Handbook and attest to abide by the ExCPT Code of Conduct and all other rules and policies described in the Candidate Handbook (available at www.nhanow.com). Before making such attestations, all candidates are required to self-assess whether they meet all the requirements set forth in the ExCPT Code of Conduct. Please note that NHA reserves the right to discipline a candidate or a certified professional who violates its Code or policies or engages in illegal, threatening or unprofessional behavior, and to report disciplinary actions to concerned third parities, which may include the person’s school or employer, any regulatory or licensing body, or law enforcement.
Regulations and Technician Duties (approximately 35 percent): Candidates may expect questions on general technician duties; federal and state law; federal, state and agency rules and regulations, etc.
Drugs and Drug Products (approximately 11 percent): Candidates may expect questions on drug classification, dosage forms, brand and generic drug names, etc.
The Dispensing Process (approximately 54 percent): Candidates may expect questions on prescription information including preparing and dispensing prescriptions, pharmacy calculations, sterile products, repackaging, etc.
A complete outline of the ExCPT exam content is available here. NHA also offers study materials and practice exams to assist in preparing for the ExCPT. Purchase of these materials is not required to sit for the exam nor does the use of these materials guarantee success in passing the exam. For more information about certification prep, please visit www.nhanow.com.
All candidates registering for the ExCPT exam are required to take their exams at a PSI test site. PSI has testing centers located throughout North America and overseas. Candidates must complete the NHA application process and then contact PSI toll free at 1-800-211-2754 to arrange an exam date, time and location. Exams usually can be scheduled for a date within one to two days following registration.
For more information on ExCPT registration, click here. To find testing sites closest to you, click here.
Candidates must present a government-issued ID, such as a driver’s license or passport, which should include a current photograph, the candidate’s signature, and a permanent address. If the address on the government-issued photo identification is different from the supplied at the time of registration, the candidate must show proof of address, such as a current utility bill.
Candidates will be supplied with two blank sheets of paper and a pencil to assist in the completion of the exam. The test site will supply a calculator. Strict rules of conduct are enforced during the examination and violations of these rules can lead to expulsion from the test site and disciplinary action. For information about the testing rules, please see the Candidate Handbook, available at www.nhanow.com.
The Pharmacy Technician exam is scored immediately, and candidates are given an official report by PSI at the test center indicating whether or not they passed. Candidates may use this report to provide evidence to employers or regulatory agencies that they passed. The results from the exams will be available in the candidates certification portal, accessed through the NHA website (www.nhanow.com) within two (2) business days from completion of scoring.
Candidates who do not pass the exam are eligible to retake the exam four weeks after their initial test date. Additionally, NHA offers a diagnostic report, which indicates a candidate’s performance in each section of the exam in order to help guide preparation for retaking the exam.
For more information about the ExCPT, registration information and exam preparation consult the NHA website at www.nhanow.com.
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A control arrangement for a water heater system that includes a water heater having a heating element, an alternate heat source which is preferably a solar collector panel, and a heat exchange and storage unit containing a phase change material therein for storing heat energy from the alternate heat source and for transmitting the stored heat to the water in the water heater when available and when needed. The control arrangement includes means for programming the system to operate in one or more of several different operating modes, including a mode in which the heating element is deenergized at all times, a mode in which priority is given to using stored energy rather than heating element energy, a mode in which both the stored energy and the heating element are utilized simultaneously, and a mode in which the heating element is deenergized during predetermined time periods. The control may also be programmed to select which modes are used during selected time periods of each day of the week.
The present invention relates generally to a control arrangement for a water heating system particularly a system in which a conventional water heater provided with its own conventional heating element is used, and a system in which an alternate source of heat, that may be a solar collector panel or another typeof heat source, is provided, with the entire system being controlled in a programmed manner that substantially increases the efficiency of the system and permits a variety of alternative modes of operation that can accommodate the use of the system by users having a variety of lifestyles.
In its simplest form, a conventional water heater used in a residence or the like includes a heating element, such as an electrical element or a gas heating unit, which is thermostatically controlled to heat the water stored in the water heater when it is below a predetermined desired temperature. It is well-known that such conventional systems necessarily involve high energy costs, and some efforts have been made to modify these systems to reduce energy costs. One familiar example is the use of a timer that may be set to energize the water heater heating elements only during "off-peak" hours when the costs of electrical energy is reduced, but these arrangements have several disadvantages, such as not having hot water readily available during certain time periods when it may be needed by the user.
It is also known that solar collectors can be used to heat water to reduce energy costs by utilizing solar energy as a partial alternative to the more expensive conventional heating elements. Some of these known systems include a heat storage material, usually in the form of a phase change material, which acts to store heat obtained from a solar collector, and this stored heat is made available through a control system to heat the water. For example, in Abhat U.S. Pat. No. 4,131,158 a temperature responsive control system is provided in which water from a well or public water supply is heated by stored solar energy when the temperature of the stored solar energy is greater than the temperature of the water. Other solar systems utilizing the benefits of a phase change material to store solar energy are disclosed in Lindner U.S. Pat. No. 4,371,029 and Hepp U.S. Pat. No. 3,986,919.
In solar systems of types generally described above, some attention has been given to a control for increasing the efficiency of the system by shutting down the circulation of the fluid from the collector to the heat storage unit when the temperature in the solar panel liquid circuit is less than the temperature in the storage vessel. Examples of control systems of this general type are disclosed in U.S. Pat. Nos. 4,191,166, Jaarem, Buckley 4,399,807 and Kirts 4,339,930.
Finally, in co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 765,141, filed Aug. 13, 1985, an improved control arrangement is provided which includes a first control for disenabling the pump for the potable water in the water heater fluid circuit when the temperature of the potable water reaches a predetermined maximum temperature, and a second control operates independently of the first control to disenable the pump in the solar heated fluid circuit to disenable such pump whenever the temperature of the fluid in the solar fluid circuit is equal to or less than the temperature of the phase change material, or when the temperature of the phase change material reaches a predetermined maximum temperature.
While all of the foregoing control arrangements provide internal, usually automatic, controls for utilizing alternate energy sources such as a solar energy to augment the heating of water in water systems and the like, none of them permit any significant variation in the control of the overall system by the user of the system, and none of these provide an adequate arrangement by which the user can program the system to operate in different modes depending on the particular circumstances and needs of the user of the system.
As set forth in greater detail herein, the present invention provides a unique control arrangement for a water heating system that utilizes an alternate heat source for heating the water, preferably but not necessarily solar energy, and that permits the user of the system to make very efficient use of the alternate heat source and to program the operation of the system to suit the specific needs of the user, which may vary considerably depending upon the life style of such user.
In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the system includes a conventional water heater having an independent heating element (e.g. an electrically operated heating element or a gas burner), a solar panel, and a storage chamber containing a phase change material for storing solar heat energy. A first selectively operable fluid transfer system is provided for passing a fluid between the solar panel and the storage chamber to transfer available solar heat thereto, and a second selectively operable fluid transfer system is provided for transferring available heat from the storage chamber to the water heater. A control means is provided which includes a settable timer means and sensors for sensing the temperature in the solar panel (Temp. 1) and the temperature of the water in the water heater (Temp. 2), and the control means includes a programmable means, preferably a computer, which permits the user to selectively set the operation of the overall system in several different modes, selectively operable in preselected time periods.
One selectable mode of operation would be to maintain the water heater element in a deenergized condition whenever Temp. 1 is greater than Temp. 2, whereby the high costs of operating the water heater heating element is avoided whenever inexpensive solar energy is available from the storage chamber. This mode could be selected by the user to give priority to the utilization of stored solar energy over energy obtained from the water heater heating element. Another selectable mode of operation would be to deenergize the water heater heating element during predetermined time periods determined by the selectively settable timer. This second mode could be selected, for example, during times that the user would not be at home and would therefore not need water heated by the water heater heating element, and the time period could be selected so that such heating element would be energized, if necessary, for a predetermined time interval (e.g. 1 hour) before the user expects to need hot water, thereby assuring the user that hot water will be available when needed even if stored solar energy is not available. A third selectable mode could be selected in which the water heater heating element is maintained in an energized condition when Temp. 2 is below a predetermined temperature (e.g. a desired hot water temperature of 140° F.) and in a deenergized condition whenever Temp. 2 is at or above said predetermined temperature. This mode would utilize available stored solar energy, but would assure the user that, at any given time, hot water at the desired predetermined temperature will be available because the water heater heating element will assure this condition even at the expense of increased energy consumption. Finally, a fourth mode can be selected in which the water heater heating element is maintained in a deenergized condition at all times, and this mode can be selected by the user during vacation periods or other periods when there is no need for hot water.
Another feature of the present invention permits the control means to be preset on a programmed timed basis whereby the aforesaid different modes of operation can be independently and separately set to be in effect during different time periods during a twenty-four hour time period, and with such settings can also be selectably set for each day of a calendar week.
The control means of the present invention may also include an override switch means that is selectively operable to immediately operate the system in the aforesaid third mode of operation and to prevent operation of the system in any other mode of operation, whereby the user can, at any time, get immediate heat applied to the water heater by its heating element.
While the preferred embodiment of the present invention uses a solar panel as the alternate heat source, the control system could also be used with other alternate heat sources. For example, the heat storage material could be heated by an alternate electrical heating that is operated from household electricity, but, by utilizing the control arrangement of the present invention, this alternate heating element would only be energized during "off-peak" hours (e.g. midnight to 4 a.m.) when the per unit cost of electrical energy is available at reduced rates, and the energy obtained is then stored in the storage chamber for subsequent use, when needed, during peak time periods to heat the water in the water heater.
FIG. 5 is a diagrammatic illustration similar to FIG. 1 and showing an alternate embodiment of the present invention.
Looking in greater detail at the accompanying drawings, FIG. 1 illustrates in diagrammatic form the arrangement of the components of the water heating energy collection and storage system embodying the present invention. Except for the control panel and the elements shown in dashed lines, the components illustrated and the arrangement thereof may be identical to those described in greater detail in the aforesaid co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 765,141, to which reference can be made for a description in greater detail of such components and their operation.
The following summary of the components and arrangement thereof shown in FIG. 1 will serve for the purpose of understanding the present invention. The system preferably includes a solar collector unit 10, a heat exchange and heat storage unit 12, a water heating unit 14 which is preferably a conventional residential water heater having a predetermined storage capacity for heated water (e.g. 50 gallons) and having an independent electrical heating element 14' that is selectively energized and deenergized by a switch 42 that is opened and closed by a control panel 16 through electrical line 44. A first conduit arrangement 18 delivers potable water in the water heater 14 to and from the heat exchange and storage unit 12, and a pump 20 is arranged to generate the flow of potable water. A second conduit arrangement 22 extends between the collector 10 and the heat exchange and storage unit 12, and a second pump 24 is disposed to cause a flow of heat transfer liquid in the second conduit 22 to and from the heat exchange and storage unit 12 and the collector 10. A conventional temperature sensing probe 26 is disposed in the collector 10 to sense the temperature of the solar collector 10, and this probe 26 is connected by electrical line 28 to the control panel 16. A similar probe 30 is located in the heat exchange and storage unit 12 to sense the temperature of the phase change material therein, and an electrical line 32 connects the probe 30 with the control panel 16 and a third probe 34 senses the temperature of the potable water in water heater 14 and in the conduit 18, and it is connected to the control panel 16 by electrical line 36.
As described in greater detail in the aforesaid U.S. patent application Ser. No. 765,141, the heat exchange storage unit 12 may be a container substantially filled with a conventional phase change material such as paraffin wax which has the property of absorbing, storing and yielding up significant amounts of heat energy while occupying only a relatively small volume. The aforesaid first and second conduit arrangements 18 and 22 include conduit portions that pass through the phase change material in the storage unit 12, preferably in contact with one another and in contact with the phase change material, so that when the temperature of the solar collector 10 is greater than the temperature of the potable water in water heater 14 and greater than the temperature of the phase change material, this available heat can be transferred directly to the potable water in the first conduit arrangement 18 and directly to the phase change material for storage and for subsequent transfer to the potable water when needed. The operation of the pumps 20 and 24 are controlled so that pump 20 will be disenabled whenever the temperatures of the potable water reaches a predetermined maximum desired temperature (e.g. 140° F.) suitable for normal use, and so that pump 24 will be disenabled whenever the temperature of the solar panel 10 is equal to or less than the temperature of the phase change material in storage unit 12, whereby pump 24 will not be operated when it would take away stored heat in the storage unit 12. Thus, the system is designed so that solar energy, when it is available, is transferred directly to the potable water in the water heater 14 if it is below the aforesaid predetermined desired temperature, and any available solar heat energy is also transferred to the phase change material in the storage unit 12 for storage, such stored heat being available for transfer to the potable water where its temperature is below the desired level.
I. Solar/Stored Energy Priority Mode--In this mode the heating element 14' in the water heater 14 is maintained in a deenergized condition whenever the temperature of the solar collector panel 10 (Temp. 1) or the temperature in storage unit 12 is greater than the temperature of the water in the water heater 14 (Temp. 2), and heating element is maintained in an energized condition whenever Temp. 2 is greater than Temp. 1 and is less than the aforesaid desired temperature level for the water in the hot water heater 14. Thus, in this mode, all available heat from the solar panel, including that stored in the storage unit 12, is utilized before the heating element 14' is energized. This mode does not offer the quickest method of heating the water in the water heater 14, but it provides significant cost savings.
II. Time Interval Delay Mode--In this mode of operation, the heating element 14' is maintained in a deenergized condition during predetermined time periods that can be selectively set by the user. By utilizing this mode, the user can reduce energy costs by not utilizing the heating element 14' during times when it is not likely that hot water will be required and by utilizing only available solar energy, and, since the time period during which this mode is operational can be preselected, the user can still be sure that hot water at the desired temperature will be available at any given time by selecting a time period that will expire prior to the time when hot water at the desired temperature will be needed. For example, if the user will need hot water at 7 a.m., the user can program the system so that this mode will be in effect from midnight to 6 a.m., during which time the heating element will be deenergized and the water will be heated by any available stored solar heat in the storage unit 12, and if, at 6 a.m., the water is not at the desired temperature, the heating element will be energized and have a full hour to add such additional heat as may be necessary.
III. Combined Solar and Backup Energy Mode--In this mode, the heating element 14' is maintained in an energized condition whenever Temp. 2 is below the aforesaid desired temperature level and is maintained in a deenergized condition whenever Temp. 2 is at or above such desired level. By using this mode, both the heating element 14' and any available solar energy may be utilized if the temperature in solar conduit 22 and the storage unit 12 are at a sufficiently high level to add heat to the water which is simultaneously heated by the heating element 14'. Thus, in this mode, the user is generally assured that hot water at the desired temperature will be generally available at any time, but this mode may not be cost-efficient because it does not allow the solar panel 10 to attain optimum levels with regard to solar energy collection and storage.
IV. Total Backup Energy Cutoff Mode--In this mode, the heating element 14' is totally deenergized at all times so that no expensive energy is utilized to heat the water in the water heater 14. This mode will generally be selected by the user during such times as it is unlikely that hot water will be needed for extended periods of time, such as when the user expects to be away on vacation or for other purposes.
The details of the circuitry for the system by which the above-described four modes can be selected and programmed by the user will be described in greater detail below, and FIG. 2 illustrates a typical face plate of a control module 46 that would be located at some convenient place in the user's home to permit input of data by the user into the control system for selection and programming of the various modes of operation. As shown in FIG. 2, the control module 46 includes a plurality of buttons having the numbers 0-9 thereon, and another group of buttons having informational words thereon, and two "on-off-auto" switches, all of which are explained below in connection with the use of the control module 46. The control module 46 includes a conventional computer voice synthesizer which is programmed to actually give the user a series of vocal instructions to which the user responds by pushing appropriate buttons on the control module 46, the instructions being programmed in a particular series that will vary to some extent depending on the response of the user.
FIG. 3 illustrates a typical flow chart showing how the user selects and programs the system using the computer system of the present invention. The computer is programmed in a conventional manner to permit the user, upon installation of the equipment or at other times if necessary, to input the correct day of the week and the correct time of the day (including whether it is a.m. or p.m.), and the system thereafter operates from this time base and keeps the correct time and day within the computer. Assuming that the system is set on 8:35 a.m. on a Sunday, the selection and programming of the various modes of operation is done in the following sequence, with reference to the flow chart shown in FIG. 3.
A. Instruction No. 1 (voice from the control module 46) is "Enter YES to set Vacation Status." If the user intends to be away on vacation or the like, the YES button on the control module 46 is pressed and the system is programmed to operate in Mode IV (Total Backup Energy Cutoff) described above with the heating element 14' deenergized at all times, until the system is programmed by the user at a subsequent time. If Mode IV is not desired, the user pushes the NO button, and the next instruction is given.
B. Instruction No. 2 is "Enter YES to program Sunday." If the user does not want to enter any program for Sunday, the NO button is pressed, and the program will automatically go to Instruction No. 8 as described below to permit programming of the next day, Monday. If the user wants to enter a program for Sunday, the YES button is pushed, and the next instruction is given.
C. Instruction No. 3 is "Enter YES to use a.m. water heater cut-off." If the user wants to program Sunday for Mode II (Time Interval Delay Mode) the YES button is pushed, and if the user does not want Mode II for Sunday, the NO button is pushed and the program proceeds automatically to Instruction No. 6, described below. If the YES button is pushed, the next instruction is given.
D. Instruction No. 4 is "Enter time of last a.m. hot water usage." The user then enters a desired time by pushing the appropriate four number buttons (e.g. "0", "8", "3" and "0"), and the computer is programmed to automatically deenergize the heating element 14 one hour before the time entered by the user (e.g. 7:30 a.m.), and the next instruction is given.
E. Instruction No. 5 is "Enter time of first p.m. hot water usage." The user again enters a desired time by pressing four number buttons (e.g. "0", "5", "3" and "0"), and the computer is programmed to automatically energize the heating element 14, if needed, one hour before the time entered (e.g. at 4:30 p.m.), and the next instruction is given. It will be noted that the programming established by the user's responses to Instructions 3, 4 and 5 establish the aforesaid Mode II.
F. Instruction No. 6 is "Enter YES to use sun stored energy during a.m. hours." If the user wants to operate the system in the above-described Mode I (Sun Stored Energy Priority Mode), the YES button is pushed and the heating element 14 will not be energized until all of the stored solar energy in the storage unit 12 has been used, and this mode is operational only during those a.m. hours when Mode II, if previously programmed by the user as described above, is not in effect. If the user does not want to program Sunday for Mode I operation, the NO button is pushed, and regardless of which of the YES or NO buttons are pushed, the next instruction is given.
G. Instruction No. 7 is "Enter YES to sun stored energy during p.m. hours." The user will respond to this Instruction in the same manner described above for Instruction No. 6 to establish Mode I for the p.m. hours, and the next instruction is given.
H. Instruction No. 8 is "Enter YES to program Monday", and if the user wants to enter a program for Monday the YES button is pressed and the computer will automatically start the programming process over by giving Instruction 1, whereupon the user goes through the same procedure described above to enter a program for Monday. The control system is designed to proceed in the same manner through each of the seven calender days of the week.
It will be apparent from the above that the user, following the indicated steps, can program the system to operate in any of Modes I, II or IV. Additionally, the user can program the system to operate in Mode III (Combine Solar and Backup Energy Mode) described above by pushing the NO button in response to all instructions, in which case the system will utilize the heating element 14 and solar energy source to jointly heat the water on a full time basis as described above in connection with the Mode III operation.
The control module 46 also includes other buttons and switches to assist the user in properly using the system. As shown in FIG. 2, the "Program" button initiates the programming or reprogramming of the system in the manner described above. The "Information" button, when pressed, will provide voice synthesized status information on all of the temperature sensors in the system, and the maximum temperatures reached for the day. Also, if it is pressed during the above-described programming sequence, it will indicate how the specific section being programmed is currently programed. The "Cancel" button can be used to exit from certain portions of the programming sequence or to skip over an instruction or to return to another instruction. The "Now" button will immediately turn on the heating element 14', if needed, for a predetermined time period (e.g. 2 hours), and pressing of the "NOW" button does affect any circuit programming already in the system. The effect obtained from pressing the "Now" button is to immediately operate the system in Mode III and to prevent operation of the system in Modes I, II or IV if they have been previously programmed into the system.
The control module also includes a plurality of LED indicator lights which, when lit, indicate the operation status of the "Transport Pump"(pump 20 in FIG. 1), the "Collection Pump"(pump 24 in FIG. 1), and the "Water Heater" element 14'. Finally, two manually operated "On-Auto-Off" switches are provided to selectively operate the pumps 20 and 24. In normal use, these switches are always set in the "Auto" or automatic position, and the "ON" and "OFF" positions are used for testing or trouble shooting the usage of the two pumps.
It will be appreciated from the description of the programming sequence above that the control arrangement of the present invention permits the user to select from a variety of four different modes of operating the system, and also permits the user to selectively program the system so that one or more of the modes are utilized during different time periods of the day, as selected by the user. Also, the user can establish a different program for each different day of the week. Thus, the control arrangement of the present invention provides to the user a wide range of the flexible variations so that different users having widely varying lifestyles can adapt the system to operate in the most economical and most desirable manner that suits the particular lifestyle of the user. While there are a large number of examples which could be given to illustrate the ability of the present invention to accommodate varying lifestyles, two specific examples will illustrate the point.
Profile A. A couple who both work from 8-5 Monday-Friday, who normally do not use hot water during the week days after 6 a.m. or until 7 p.m. in the evening, who have regular weekend routines, and who have a strong interest in maximum energy conservation. This couple would typically program the system for Monday through Friday so that it operated in Mode II (Time Interval Delay Mode) from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., 6 a.m. being one hour before last hot water usage and permitting the couple to use the full capacity of hot water stored in the water heater for morning use, and 6 p.m. being one hour before first evening use of hot water to permit the heating element to make up any temperature deficit that the solar panel failed to provide during the day because of inclement weather or the like. The couple would also program the system to operate in Mode I (Sun Stored Energy Priority Mode) during the week days and on Saturday and Sunday. In this Mode, the couple would get the maximum cost-saving benefit of using solar energy, if available, before using the heating element 14, even though it may mean slower heat recovery for the water in the water heater.
Profile B. One of the parents works Monday through Friday with a slightly different normal routine on Fridays, and the other is at home during the day with the children. The couple are not overly concerned about energy conservation and energy costs, and emphatically want an abundant supply of hot water during the entire day on Sunday. This couple would program the system for Mode II operation from 8 a.m. (one hour before last normal a.m. hot water usage) to 2 p.m. (one hour before first normal p.m. hot water usage) on Mondays through Thursdays. For Friday, Mode II would be used from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. because of earlier than normal hot water usage on Fridays. For Sunday, Mode III would be used to assure an abundant supply of hot water all day, and for Saturday Mode I or Mode II could be used, depending on the desire to conserve energy costs.
The circuitry of the computer for the control arrangement of the present invention is illustrated in diagrammatic block form in FIG. 4, although the details of such circuitry as such are not part of the invention claimed.
Temperatures sensed by the temperature probes 26, 30 and 34 in FIG. 1 are represented by block 100, and they are received in a low voltage, noisy analog fashion. These signals are passed to the sensor signal conditioner-digitizer 102 which removes the noise, and amplifies and linerizes the raw signal. The signals are then digitized by means of an analog-to-digital converter, and the digital sensor information is then stored in working sensor log memory 104.
Differential temperature parameter information 106 for the operative temperature differentials between the solar panel 10, the storage unit 12 and the water heater 14 is entered during unit manufacture via the speech verification/keyboard interface 108. This differential temperature parameter information defines the temperature operating differentials and limits of the system.
Mode select/calendar information 110 is entered by the user via the speech verification/keyboard interface 108 as described above, and this mode/calendar information 110 defines daily system operating conditions which customize the system to the user's particular lifestyle as described above.
Differential temperature parameter information 106 and mode select/calendar information 110 are stored in non-volatile memories 112 and 114 which protects the information from transient power outages and disturbances.
The digitized sensor information from the sensor signal memory 104 is forwarded to the sensor signal differential memory information 114 against the digitized sensor signals for high and low temperature extremes. Any detected errors are forwarded to the water heater/pump controller 118. The differential comparator 116 checks the digitized sensor signals against the differential memory information 112 for conditions which fall within the operating range conditions of the system and this information is forwarded to the differential mode/calendar matrix 120 along with the mode/calendar memory information 114. The differential mode calendar matrix 120 determines what operating status is appropriate for the current conditions, and this information is forwarded to the water heater/pump controller 118.
The water heater/pump controller 118 compares the current recommended operation status as received from the differential mode/calendar matrix 120 with the current error conditions as received from the error detector 116', and the correct current operating mode is determined and the appropriate output signals are then transmitted to the solar panel pump 24 through electrical line 86, to the potable water pump 20 through the electrical line 84, and to the water heater heating element switch 42 through the electrical line 44.
While the preferred embodiment of the present invention utilizes the above-described control arrangement in a water heating system that includes a solar panel 10 as the alternate to the heating element 14' to heat the water in the water heater 14 because of the well-known cost-saving virtues of solar energy, the control arrangement could also be used in essentially the same manner as that described above but using a different alternate heat source.
As shown by one dashed-line variation in FIG. 1, an electrical heating element 200 could be placed directly in the above-described phase change material in the storage unit 12 to apply heat energy directly thereto, and the switch 202 for operating the heating element 200 through an electrical line 204. In this instance, the solar panel 10, the fluid transfer circuit 22, the pump 24 and the temperature sensor 26 would be eliminated, and the control system is programmed so that the alternate heating element 200 is only energized during "off-peak" hours (e.g. midnight to 4 a.m.) when many utility companies offer electrical energy at significantly reduced rates per kilowatt-hour. Accordingly, during these "off-peak" hours, the alternate heating element 200 would provide heat at reduced costs that would be stored in the phase change material in the storage unit, and that would be available to heat the water in the water heater 14 in the same manner as that described above. Depending on the relationship between the heat storage capacity of the storage unit 12 and the volume of usage of the water heater 14, it will be possible in some cases to use only the heat generated by the lower cost alternate heating element 200 to heat the water, and in other cases such low-cost heat will be available in combination with heat energy provided by the heating element 14' so that the latter can be used less frequently than would be the case in the normal operation of the water heater 14.
Also, as shown in FIG. 5, the solar panel 10 in FIG. 1 could be replaced by a heat exchanger 300 through which an alternate heat source such as waste heat (e.g. heated exhaust from an industrial plant) indicated by the arrow 302 is passed to transfer such heat to the fluid transfer conduits 22 in the same manner as the solar panel 10 transfers such heat, and the control system would operate in the same manner to take advantage of the alternate heat source when it is available.
It will be apparent from the above that the control arrangement of the present invention permits a user to realize significant cost savings by utilizing an existing conventional water heater which requires no significant modification, and by utilizing any one of a number of alternate heat sources, preferably a solar panel, to at least supplement the heat energy obtained from the heating element of the water heater. Moreover, the user is provided with a variety of operating modes for the system that can be easily programmed to use different modes at different times and on different days or for different circumstances, whereby the same system as a whole can be used to accommodate varying lifestyles of different users, or to permit a single user to change the operating modes of the system at will.
It will also be appreciated that the present invention provides a unique concept of synergized heat storage so as to take full advantage of the water capacity of the existing water heater to store heat and to also combine this capacity with the substantial heat storage capacity of the phase change material and thereby provide a substantial combined reservoir of heat that is available upon demand by the user. For example, on hot days when the solar panel 10 is generating substantial amounts of heat energy at virtually no cost, this heat is utilized to heat the water in the water heater 14, which itself acts as a heat storage unit, and to store heat in the storage unit 12, so that the combined heat storage capacity for the entire system is substantially increased, perhaps even doubled if the heat storage capacity of the phase change material approximates that of the water heater 14. Because of this substantial heat storage capacity, it will be possible in many instances to use the solar panel 10 as the exclusive source of heat energy, at a very low cost, yet the control system will still permit the user to have the option of utilizing the conventional heating element 14 when necessary or when desired to insure a supply of hot water, at a desired temperature, on demand.
It will therefore be readily understood by those persons skilled in the art that the present invention is susceptible of a broad utility and application. Many embodiments and adaptations of the present invention other than those herein described, as well as many variations, modifications and equivalent arrangements will be apparent from or reasonably suggested by the present invention and the foregoing description thereof, without departing from the substance or scope of the present invention. Accordingly, while the present invention has been described herein in detail in relation to its preferred embodiment, it is to be understood that this disclosure is only illustrative and exemplary of the present invention and is made merely for purposes of providing a full and enabling disclosure of the invention. The foregoing disclosure is not intended or to be construed to limit the present invention or otherwise to exclude any such other embodiment, adaptations, variations, modifications and equivalent arrangements, the present invention being limited only by the claims appended hereto and the equivalents thereof.
(iii) a third mode in which said heating element is maintained in an energized condition whenever Temp. 2 is below a predetermined temperature level and is maintained in a deenergized condition whenever Temp. 2 is at or above said predetermined temperature.
2. In a water heating solar energy collection and storage system, the control means as defined in claim 1 and further characterized in that in said first mode of operation, said heating element is maintained in an energized condition whenever Temp. 2 is greater than Temp. 1 and is less than said predetermined temperature level.
3. In a water heating solar energy collection and storage system, the control means as defined in claim 1 and further characterized in that said programmable means permits said control means to be preset for consecutive time frames of twenty-four hours each with said first, second and third operating modes being independently and separately programmable for selective operation in each said time frame.
4. In a water heating solar energy collection and storage system, the control means as defined in claim 3 and further characterized in that said programmable means permits said control system to be preset for seven consecutive time periods, each time period corresponding to a different day of the calendar week.
5. In a water heating solar energy collection and storage system, the control means as defined in claim 1 and further characterized in that said programmable means selectively operates said system in a fourth mode in which said heating element is maintained in a deenergized condition at all times.
6. In a water heating solar energy collection and storage system, the control means as defined in claim 5 and further characterized in that said control means includes an override switch means which is selectively operable to immediately operate said system in said third mode of operation and to prevent operation of said system in said first, second, and fourth modes of operation.
(d) control means, including a selectively settable timer means, for operating said fluid transfer means whenever the temperature of said water in said water heating means is less than the temperature of said solar energy collected and stored by said solar collection means and is less than a predetermined maximum temperature level, and for maintaining said water heating element in a deenergized condition during predetermined time periods determined by the setting of said timer means whereby said water in said water heating means is heated only by available heat obtained from said solar collection means through said fluid transfer means during said predetermined time periods.
(iii) energizing said heating element when the temperature of said water in said water heating means is below a predetermined temperature level.
(iv) maintaining said heating element in a deenergized condition during predetermined time periods determined by the setting of said timer means.
(iii) a third mode in which said water heater heating element is maintained in an energized condition whenever Temp. 2 is below a predetermined temperature level and is maintained in a deenergized condition whenever Temp. 2 is at or above said predetermined temperature.
11. In a water heating energy collection and storage system, the control means as defined in claim 10 and further characterized in that said alternate heat source is an alternate electrical heating element, and in that said alternate electrical heating element is operated only during predetermined time periods.
12. In a water heating energy collection and storage system, the control means as defined in claim 10 and further characterized in that in said first mode of operation, said heating element is maintained in an energized condition whenever Temp. 2 is greater than Temp. 1 and is less than said predetermined temperature level.
13. In a water heating energy collection and storage system, the control means as defined in claim 10 and further characterized in that said programmable means permits said control means to be preset for consecutive time frames of twenty-four hours each with said first, second and third operating modes being independently and separately programmable for selective operation in each said time frame.
14. In a water heating energy collection and storage system, the control means as defined in claim 13 and further characterized in that said programmable means permits said control system to be preset for seven consecutive time periods, each time period corresponding to a different day of the calendar week.
15. In a water heating energy collection and storage system, the control means as defined in claim 10 and further characterized in that said programmable means selectively operates said system in a fourth mode in which said heating element is maintained in a deenergized condition at all times.
16. In a water heating energy collection and storage system, the control means as defined in claim 15 and further characterized in that said control means includes an override switch means which is selectively operable to immediately operate said system in said third mode of operation and to prevent operation of said system in said first, second, and fourth modes of operation.
(e) control means, including a selectively settable timer means, for operating said fluid transfer means whenever the temperature of said water in said water heating means is less than the temperature of said heat storage material in said heat storage means and is less than a predetermined maximum temperature level, and for maintaining said heating element in a deenergized condition during predetermined time periods determined by the setting of said timer means whereby said water in said water heating means is heated only by available heat obtained from said heat storage means through said transfer means during said predetermined time period.
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people to tell this story through their words and photographs and videos and personal stories from engineers to administrative staff, xarptsd and painters and iron rngz and boat captains and project managers and every other job there is. the people on this project have been truly exceptional not just professional and hardworking but happy to be doing the work they do and happy to talk about it and to share their problematic on this incredible project. i remember coming out to the island in the previous day labor day closing and being fascinate by carrying out staff. the whole island was abuzz.
jerry. jerry would i stand up (clapping) >> in closing my father worked on this bridge as carpeters 22. my parents were here to celebrate the opening in 1936. the bridge cost 77 million the program was $0.25. in the program you'll find some interesting statistics by one strange point is when the bookends war paid off the bridge was supposed to be free so i'm assuming it has not been paid off. the earthquake in 1939 is it shouldn't have taken that long to go forward on projects.
to all of those legislative leaders because they provided the leadership and the i guess i would call it the steering capacity as we've made our way through it is your belligerent seas. i'd like to acknowledge the former mayor of san francisco willie brown who's here (clapping) >> it's not often you have clinton, cop in the same paragraph. they have the same initially a which stands for adorable. someone who you unfortunately saw in our list david and ron deducting men are here to represent their father.
ungodly time of constructing this bridge. he was younger here. i think brian the second brian is named ma iron (clapping) . as a lead bridge engineer for caltrans he's been the heart and soul of the project. he's been with me every step of the way and i barely got a word in.
to thing governor brown. this project hit a bumpy road associated with some bolts in the bridge but during that time the governor speculated first a steady i didn't focus on safety and wisdom to let the engineers make the decision when the bridge is safe and i appreciate that kind of direction from above to thank you governor and monthly i want to thank the people from the bay pr there have been challenges from moving this forward but through it all the people of that region have speculated great, great patience and we reward that patience with this great structure.
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Each year the NBA Summer League creates countless opportunities for more than just the athletes who compete in it. Our VSL “family” has now grown into a tight-knit army over the years, with influence all over the sports industry.
We are very proud to spotlight our alumni around the NBA and other professional sports, and this week we have a feature on 3-year veteran Jacob Bingemann. Jacob is currently working with the LA Clippers as a Communications Assistant.
Q: You have been a part of the NBA Summer League for three years. Tell us about your experience as part of the staff.
My experience as a part of the Summer League staff has been one of the most rewarding times in my life. It is such a unique opportunity to be there for those two weeks and get to work with such awesome people. I owe a lot of my success to Summer League and look forward to returning for as long as they will have me.
I think Summer League is a place that really helped teach me how to work hard and be a part of a team. My first year there it was an absolute shock to see the amount of work that went into running the league. It was easy to be overwhelmed the first few days, and I remember just trying to stay focused within my role. I think holding onto that idea and taking pride in what I was doing helped me find success in my time at summer league.
Q: You now have a job with the LA Clippers what is your title and what are your day-to-day responsibilities?
I am a Communications Assistant for the LA Clippers. My job requires me to help with the day to day operations of the PR team. This mainly consists of organizing and archiving content and media coverage, assisting with team media events, and game night operations.
I think my favorite part of my job is knowing that I am working in an environment that I have so much appreciation for. I have always been a fan of the NBA, but having the ability to be behind the scenes and help create the finished product that I generally consume has helped me gain a whole new appreciation for the league.
I think in 5 years I could see myself back in school. I have my bachelor’s degree in psychology and still have a passion for the field. Pursuing my PhD would be a challenge I would embrace and love to test myself with.
Have fun with what you’re doing and always bring energy to your role. Hard work doesn’t go unnoticed and if you want to work in this industry it requires a solid work ethic.
Drink a gallon of water everyday.
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A quiet revolution has occurred in wig making – the introduction of lace front wigs.
A leader in this innovative area is Jon Renau , which introduced SmartLace™. Jon Renau calls SmartLace “Simply the most innovative lace front wig collection available.”. Super-stylish and unbelievably natural, each SmartLace wig is hand-crafted with the utmost quality and attention to detail that you have come to expect from the Jon Renau family.
Each individual hair is hand-tied to the lace creating the illusion that the hair is growing from your own hairline. In addition, the fine lace front is smooth and soft. You’ll never have to worry about scratching or irritation.
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The Iron Ore Crusher drops the crushed material between the two rollers through the feeding port, crushing and crushing, and the finished material naturally falls. When there is a hard or unbreakable object, the roller of the Iron Ore Crusher can be automatically retracted by the action of the hydraulic cylinder or the spring, so that the gap of the roller is increased, and the hard or unbreakable object is dropped, thereby protecting the machine from damage. The two rollers that rotate in opposite directions have a certain gap, and the gap can be changed to control the large discharge size of the product. The Iron Ore Crusher uses a pair of counter-rotating round rolls, and the high-energy hydraulic Iron Ore Crusher uses two pairs of oppositely rotating round rolls for crushing operations.
The Iron Ore Crusher produced in Shanghai is 1.5 times more efficient than other equipment. The main operating components consist of rollers, roller support bearings, compression and adjustment devices, and drive units. The driving mechanism is driven by two motors, which are driven by a V-belt to the sheave of the sheave and rotate in the opposite direction. When the material is crushed, the material passes through the roller from the feed port and is crushed by rolling, and the broken product is discharged from the bottom of the chassis. For safety, the transmission part should be installed with the safety cover according to the actual situation.
Iron Ore Crusher discharge size can be adjusted according to user needs. A wedge or washer adjustment device is arranged between the two rollers of the Iron Ore Crusher, and the top end of the wedge device is provided with an adjusting bolt. When the adjusting bolt pulls up the wedge, the wedge pushes the movable roller away from the fixed wheel. That is, the gap between the two rollers becomes larger, and the discharge granularity becomes larger. When the wedge is downward, the two rollers of the movable roller become smaller under the action of the pressing spring, and the discharge granularity becomes smaller. The gasket device adjusts the size of the discharge by increasing or decreasing the number or thickness of the gasket. When the gasket is added, the gap between the two rollers becomes larger. When the gasket is reduced, the gap between the two rollers becomes smaller, and the discharge granularity becomes smaller. .
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Who Lives in Chesterfield, MO?
What is the average temperature in Chesterfield, MO?
5 Rockwood Ctr. Early Child. Ed.
This is a one-stop real estate website for all your home buying and selling needs in Ballwin, MO.
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Get the best Buck Mark holsters from TANDEMKROSS with the Tactical Solutions Trail-Lite holster.
Whether you’re shooting in rimfire competition or want an easier way to carry your Browning Buck Mark pistol during a day at the range, the Tactical Solutions Trail-Lite™ Holster for Browning Buck Mark is the perfect solution for your carry needs.
The Trail-Lite™holster is designed to fit the Browning Buck Mark .22lr pistols, with or without an optic. The ambidextrous design works for both right- and left-handed shooters, while the adjustable retention offers greater flexibility. The holster fits up to a 2" belt and is available in both high- and low-ride options. The holster can also accommodate suppressors or any length barrel.
Upgrade your Browning Buck Mark gear with a Tactical Solutions Trail-Lite™ Buck Mark Holster, now available from TANDEMKROSS!
As I started teaching my 13 year old daughter about competitive shooting, I was concerned that we wouldn't be able to find a holster that would be stiff enough to keep it's shape. This is almost perfect. Looks cool and functions the way I need it to. My only issue is that the belt slots are a little long. My daughter wears a 1.5" webbing style belt and there is still a lot of room above the belt to the top of the holster slot -- enough that when she draws the gun, the entire holster slides up with the gun until it hits the belt. I will probably need to find a thicker belt (for more resistance) or a wider belt (hard to find pants with a 2" belt loop for a teenage girl though). Still, though, I love it and would buy it again.
This appears to be a very nice holster. BUT I can tell you for certain it will not fit a Browning Buckmark URX pistol. The sight rail running down the top will not allow the pistol to fit into the holster. I do believe if you have a regular round barrel it would work well.
The holster came pre-assembled even thought they sent instructions on how to assembly it. I bought the low-ride holster for a Buck Mark Contour UDX pistol. The holster is very good but sliding the gun into the holster was hard, very hard! I adjusted the retaining screw but it was still a difficult fit. I add a 3/8" flat plumbing washer to the two long screws to expand the opening. This helped spread the holster sides apart making the fit tight but manageable. Tried to do the same to the retaining screw but the washer was to thick and literally squashed the rubber spacer that came with the holster. Adding the two flat washers helped I think for my preference. Also broke the edges of the holster with 400 grit sandpaper. They did a nice job of cutting the holster to shape but didn't like some of the sharpness left on edges of the holster sides. With that done I'm very happy with the holster. One thing is that you shouldn't install a trigger that has a width greater than the trigger guard (as noted in the instructions).
Excellent fit coz mine is older model Arrived in under 3 weeks to Australia that's fantastic Cheers. TK.
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It's almost like you don't have any benefits. I just read that list of what is "offered." Majority of it is a complete lie. This place is a joke.
Glassdoor is your resource for information about Donna Morgan benefits and perks. Learn about Donna Morgan , including insurance benefits, retirement benefits, and vacation policy. Benefits information above is provided anonymously by current and former Donna Morgan employees, and may include a summary provided by the employer.
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Here's a great article on what you need to know before you ever have a book published. I wish I had found an article of this nature prior to 2012.
If you've ever experienced Writer's Block, here are some great suggestions on how to overcome it.
"How Do You Know When You're Done Writing?"
What are the two toughest words to write? How about "The End?" You want so badly to finish your novel. You want so badly for readers to feel a sense of fulfillment when they've finished reading it. So how do you know when you can safely write "The End?"
Here's an interesting article from the Author News section on the Penguin Random House website. I hope you find it helpful.
"How do you actually become a member Charlie Collier, Snoop For Hire Agency? I passed all the brainteasers in the books and most of the ones in the Brain teaser section, so I want to know how to become a member."
You will then receive an official Charlie Collier Snoop for Hire Detective Agency ID card. With that in hand, you are a bona fide member of the agency. There is no cost. I hope this helps, Alicia.
Writing is Great! Rewriting is...Pure Frustration!
For some reason, a lot of readers think that authors simply write a story or manuscript, submit it to their editors, and collect a check. Unfortunately, it doesn't quite work like that. What no one ever tells you about are the incessant rewrites that take you from first draft to final draft.
In the Charlie Collier, Snoop for Hire series, I have had to do up to FIVE rewrites for a single book. It's the part of the job that I least enjoy. As the title suggests, "Writing is great. Rewriting is Pure Frustration."
I remember when I received the first set of notes (The Homemade Stuffing Caper) from my editor back in 2009. I couldn't believe all the changes she was asking for. I recall saying to my wife, "I don't know what they ever liked about this in the first place." I knew that rewriting was part of the process, but I was never expecting it to be so painful.
I soon got to work. On many of the pages, my editor would preface each suggestion with "Consider changing..." And so I did just that. I considered them all, but only changed about half of them. I then resubmitted what became known as the "second draft." I explained my reasoning for leaving certain parts unchanged.
Within a few weeks, I received my second set of editor's notes. And wouldn't you know it...everything that I hadn't changed the first time was back on the table. That's when I learned a valuable lesson: "Consider" doesn't mean "consider." It means "change." It was at that point that I "got religion." I decided to become a good soldier, and to follow every suggestion from my editor. I didn't want to be viewed as a "difficult" writer. I wanted my editor to love the manuscript...and me. And none of that would happen if I made a habit of dismissing her suggestions.
It was the best thing I could ever have done. Not only did we have a much smoother relationship from that point on, but more importantly, I realized that every suggestion she had made...was right. By making the changes she had proposed, I had created a better product.
When I speak to 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders during school visits, I always tell them that story. I compare it to the times when they receive critiques on their writing assignments from teachers. I tell them not to get frustrated when they see words crossed out or notes in the margins, but rather to embrace their teachers' suggestions. These teachers aren't telling them what's wrong with their assignments. Instead, they're telling them how to improve them.
And, after all, who among us wouldn't welcome constructive suggestions that would undoubtedly help make us better writers?
When I speak to writers' groups and meet aspiring authors, I frequently hear them complain about not being able to find the time to write. If writing is important enough to you, you must MAKE the time. Period. If you can't find the time to write, then it is certainly not a passion. If it were, you would employ the necessary time management skills to make it happen.
I remember reading an article about Texan billionaire, H. L. Hunt. The interviewer asked him to identify the "secret of success." The billionaire replied: "It is two-fold. First, you have to identify exactly what it is that you want. And secondly, you have to decide what you're willing to give up to get it."
It is that last part that is most telling. You can't just add a writing session into an already busy day. You need to make choices. Something has to go. For me, I give up lunch. I'm not saying that I don't eat exactly. At midday, I walk to the local library and write. When I return to my office, I eat a quick sandwich at my desk while I work. And at night, I give up late night TV. At 10:30, I head to my home office and I write until midnight. In both cases, I needed to sacrifice something in order to find quality writing time.
If you're serious about your craft, then give yourself every opportunity to succeed. It's all about discipline...discipline...discipline.
I've had a lot of fun this year visiting elementary schools to talk about the Charlie Collier series. In 2012, I've visited Walden Elementary in Deerfield (IL), as well as Highlands Elementary, Prairie Elementary, Welch Elementary, Clow Elementary, St. Raphael's, and All Saints Academy (all in Naperville, IL).
In a typical one-hour Author "Meet and Greet," I talk about how Charlie Collier, Snoop for Hire came to be...my early years as a screenwriter...the conversion to middle-grade mystery author...followed by a Q & A session...and we end with a series of Charlie's favorite brain teasers.
If you would like me to visit your school, click on the Author Visits tab on this website. I plan to visit dozens of schools in 2013 for the debut of The Homemade Stuffer Caper (in paperback on 2/7/13) and the release of the second book in the series, The Camp Phoenix Caper (2/21/13). I hope to be visiting your school in the very near future.
Be the first kid on your block with an official Charlie Collier, Snoop for Hire membership card. To receive one, all you need to do is visit Charlie's Facebook page. There you'll find all the instructions. It's the perfect gift for an up-and-coming young detective...or an up-and-coming older detective for that matter. For a look at the card and for all the details, visit the official Charlie Collier Facebook page.
What is meant by the term "in media res?"
Here's a bit of information that might be of interest to aspiring writers.
What is the best way to begin your novel? One of the most effective ways is to start things off "in medias res," (translated: "in the middle of things"). You don't want your story to begin in the same manner as a fairy tale, "once upon a time." Avoid filling the first ten pages of your few chapters with exposition.
Consider this: begin writing your manuscript. As soon as things get interesting, (let's say on page 10), you should just toss those first 10 pages and start the book right there. It's much more pleasurable for the reader to jump into the action immediately.
Starting off your manuscript "in medias res," is not only a great way to hook readers, but prospective agents or editors. You need to hook them on page 1. Don't waste time trying to build suspense early on. Get right to it. There will be plenty of opportunities for that later in the novel.
I'm often asked what made me consider writing as an avocation. I tell people that the bug bit me at a young age. I started my first novel when I was in 5th grade. It was a war novel. I was inspired to do so after reading Robert Louis Stevenson's "Kidnapped." I remember writing a couple of chapters, then realizing that this was significantly more work than I had thought. I put it down, never to return to it.
In college, at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, I especially enjoyed media writing...specifically screenplays. I vowed at the tender age of 21 to write a screenplay someday. Then things began to spiral. I got a job at WGN-Radio after graduation...got married a couple months later...and then within a few years, we were raising a family. And the dreams of writing were just that...dreams.
It wasn't until I reached the age of 41 that I faced a moment of truth. I looked back at the goals I had set for myself 20 years earlier. And I realized that my dream of writing a screenplay had passed...or had it? Was I too old to do so now, I wondered. In an effort to jump start my life, I purchased a cassette program titled "The Psychology of Winning" by Denis Waitley, a motivational writer and speaker. On the tape, he talked about the people who lived on "Someday I'll." Notice the spelling. These are the folk who say, "Someday I'll lose those extra pounds"..."Someday I'll quit smoking"..."Someday I'll learn a new language." And I suddenly realized that I was also living there.
Denis Waitley's program was my catalyst. The next day I purchased "Screenplay" by Syd Field, "Creating Unforgettable Characters" by Linda Seger, and screenwriting software. I began writing in earnest that day...and have been doing so ever since.
Charlie has asked me to start up this blog so that readers will have an opportunity to ask questions about him, his friends, his adventures, and to share their favorite brain teasers.
Through this forum, readers will also have a chance to make comments and to ask me questions about the creation of this series, and about the writing process in general.
Stay tuned every few days for new topics and insights. If you're a young reader who would like to more about the series, or if you're an aspiring author with questions about breaking into the industry, this is the place for you.
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To "sizzle" or not to "sizzle" that is the question!
In the last few weeks I have read a lot and spoken with colleagues on the subject of what has been called the “sizzle” factor. This refers to alternative therapists, life coaches etc. giving their clients just enough of what they need to make them feel good, temporarily fixing the problem, but leaving the client reliant on the therapist for the next instalment, the next “fix” on the road to enlightenment, recovery or whatever it may be.
Most therapists and artists I have spoken to agree there are two groups, those that offer the short lived feel good factor and in doing so almost create an addiction to their services coupled with a healthy bank balance, and those that want to help the client achieve the art of prolonging the feel good factor for themselves, so that eventually, I suppose like good parenting, the child or the client learns to stand on their own two feet, coping with their life situation in a balanced and harmonious way.
The discussion always ends with the therapists with the “sizzle” being frowned upon as they perfect the art of drawing the public in, getting good audiences for their talks, workshops, books and sessions and earning lots of money! This is not to say that the opposite camp of therapists are not successful, but it seems to be acknowledged that the “sizzle” sells! Fair enough, we all want a quick fix don’t we? Why would we pay someone to make us face our own lives and inner turmoil, trusting that if we face it head on and gradually work through it piece by piece we will emerge stronger, in line with our creative path and everything will be fine? That could take a life time, or several. Or could it?
So I started to look at my work and question what I do and from what I can see it really depends on the client. My approach and intention is definitely to help the client achieve a positive state of being for themselves. With Singing Therapy a client learns a series of exercises to address whatever problems they are having, the idea of the exercises is that of self help. The client learns the tools in the session and needs to practise and apply them in daily life to aid their recovery and re-programme their patterns on a physical, mental and emotional level, just like a musician would practise in order to improve their playing. Practise something 5000 times and it becomes habit.
With Sound Therapy my role is usually slightly different, in that I am actually “treating” a client, and using sonic tools to shift their energetic and emotional blocks. However even then, I will try to give the client some breathing exercises, or musical tools to help them divert their attention from the negative issue in their daily lives whatever that might be, hoping that by diverting them enough, they will eventually “see” an alternative route for their journey.
What I came to realise after all these thoughts, was that some clients do not want to take responsibility for their illness and recovery. They go from therapy to therapy not really grasping the concepts and not practising the tools they are given to aid their development in their daily life. They are not questioning what has bought them to this point where they needed to seek help. In many cases they just want to blame their parents, their ex lover, their GP, the NHS and so on. Asking someone to actually be honest and examine their thought patterns, choices and decisions over their life time is not an easy thing, because ultimately you are asking them to take responsibility for their actions in the past and in the present. Of course there are always exceptions where people really are victims, and they have been the object of awful intent, but even then, a person can be encouraged to choose their thoughts carefully at the beginning of their journey to recovery.
Can we stop looking outside of ourselves for a moment, blaming everyone else, and just sieze the moment and realise we have the power to change our situation? We all have to play the hand we were dealt and the people that do this with acceptance and courage see the most incredible results. They stop searching and needing a quick fix, because they understand that THEY choose their thoughts and how they feel about any given situation. They choose how they see themselves and perceive the world around them.
It all comes down to perception. Incredibly I have heard people say things like, “oh she must be good, she charges over X amount per hour”. So that means, in the way they perceive the world, if something is expensive it MUST be good. Interesting concept, I should put my charges up! Yet this is true in so many fields, not just alternative therapies.
If there are people out there that honestly think like this, then why is it the therapist’s responsibility to persuade them otherwise? If a person wants the “sizzle” and is prepared to pay for it, over and over, than that is their choice. If they prefer to take charge of their own life situation and learn to help themselves, growing and evolving as they do it, then great! If we were all to take responsibility for ourselves and our actions however hard it may be, just imagine the depth of change that would bring to our world! Either way, we should have the choice without the judgement.
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I am not sure whether or not the raining weather is good for birding. However, to me it sometimes means I can observe birds in a very close distance. This time I hid behind a big umbrella and took photos around 3 meters from this stork-billed kingfisher.
The egrets (cattle egret, little egret and great egret) came back home around 7pm, which is around half an hour later than usual.
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Climate scientist Gavin Schmidt put together this fascinating visualization of many types of particles as they travel and swirl around Earth. The red-orange particles are dust, white are pollution from burning coal and volcanoes, red dots are fires over a particular time period, and blue is seasalt in the air.
This was part of Schmidt’s TED talk on patterns of climate change. View the talk in its entirety here.
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Tru-Blu Berries is a family owned berry farm located at Lymington, south of Hobart in the Huon Valley. The berry farm consists of approximately 20,000 bushes. Fresh and frozen berries are available.
While in the area you can also visit wineries, fresh food producers, antique and craft shops, potters, and artists. There are also two nine-hole golf courses nearby.
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As a follow up to the E3 “Jump Ahead” film and the “Greatest Games” TV Commercial Blind created for Xbox last year, we’re back at it with “Characters That Matter,” for E3. This film introduces a new lineup of characters and stories exclusive to Xbox in 2016.
I was lead CG Art Director + Lead Technical Artist.
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Triad or three; which, in this case, involves the three primary colors.
Triad: Yellow, Red And Blue.
Greetings! Its Day 29 of the #30paintingsin30days challenge hosted by Leslie Saeta Studio. I must be wildly ecstatic because today’s painting is, in a word, WILD!
Or maybe, “Cappuccino Time-R V10” is just wildly colorful. And, yet, I used a limited palette of the primary colors plus white. Between mixing and glazing, I was able to create a wider spectrum of color. That is, you can see areas that look green, orange and violet which are mixed from the primaries red, yellow and blue.
Next? Well, as this challenge winds down, I’m thinking about what next. That is, what are my intentions and goals for my painting. I want to build on the momentum gained through the challenge. I have some projects in mind. One includes coffee cups.
Evaluating Progress. And, I’m also evaluating the work over the past 30 days. I would say that toward the end of this 30 days, I started to get more experimental with the acrylic. That is to say I started adding transparent passages along side the opaque areas. I was delighted with the results; it was fun!
Rough Start. However, as much as I have fun painting, it is not necessarily easy. This particularly painting is a case in point. I had a schematic made up before I started and an idea about where I wanted to go. And, yet, it didn’t quite work out that way! I struggled, got frustrated and almost gave up.
Relax! Then, I remembered this is just a study; its not a performance! Or, maybe it is a performance, but, anyway one can through caution to the wind and just go for it! You know, that plunge I was talking about a couple of days ago.
Go For It! So, plunging in, I started glazing passages with yellow, blues and reds. Oh, fun! Cool colors, but still the design resists coming together. Ah, well, soldier on and add another layer or two. Be wild!
And, then, suddenly, I like it! Its a bold statement for such a small painting.
More Tomorrow: The Final, 30th Painting, or 61st?
Oops. I realized I have digressed a bit from the paragraph about evaluating this past month’s work. Must be still evaluating it! No doubt, I’ll continue the conversation tomorrow – the last day of this particular challenge.
And, for those of you who might have been following this blog for the past couple of months, I did a 31 day “from life” challenge in January hosted by Strada Easel. So, one could say tomorrow is day 61. And, then, if I add the days before these challenge…OK, we won’t get too carried away.
Until then, I hope you enjoy my colorful painting based on the triad of yellow, red and blue!
Love this one!! Congrats on completing the 30 days! Can’t wait to see your collection together.
Thank you Karen and congratulations to you! Especially so since your participation inspired me to try the challenge. I’m happy to say I made it through. Can’t wait to see your 30!
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The new CEO of the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation, Kevin Johnson, talks with Stephen about his vision and priorities for driving investment, creating jobs and growing Detroit’s economy. Plus, we’ll get details on the Detroit-area’s largest used book and media sale that’s raising money for local education and literacy projects.
PreviousWhat is the Detroit Charter Revision Commission? One Detroit and Bridge Magazine explain.
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Attention! This job posting is 18 days old and might be already filled.
The Villages Daily Sun, America’s fastest growing daily newspaper, is seeking a seasoned sports designer to define the high-end of what is possible in community journalism.
We’re looking for a self-directed newsroom leader who’s comfortable presenting the sports section in a new and a sophisticated way. This position is focused on sports, but we produce weekly special projects, several special sections and niche products to which you could also contribute.
Ours is a newsroom that values experimental thinking and the power of unconventional storytelling. We offer the newshole, print quality, technology (fully Mac) and leadership support that enable good visual journalists to become truly great.
Our work is consistently recognized at the industry level – the daily Sports section was named one of the 10 best in the nation by the Associated Press Sports Editors. The sports team also took honorable mention honors in the Sunday sports section and special section categories. Our design team brought home 3 Awards of Excellence in the Society for News Design's international World's Best Designed Newspaper competition. Our winning work was singled out from more than 5,000 entries from around the globe and will be published in a book distributed this fall.
We’re a 90-mile drive to the beach, Orlando’s theme parks and the historic neighborhoods of Gainesville and St. Augustine. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and access to a highly regarded charter school system in one of the state’s most idyllic settings.
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The Open Society Foundations (OSF) work to improve the lives of the world's most vulnerable people and to promote human rights, justice, and accountability.
Following a screening of the Frontline/ProPublica documentary Right to Fail, a panel of activists and journalists discuss the rights of persons with disabilities to live and be included in their communities.
It wasn’t easy, but thanks in part to a dedicated coalition of civil society actors, as well as a shift in public consciousness, greater protections for EU whistleblowers has been secured.
Open Society Youth Fellow Laszlo Farkas is building a media company where his community can feel recognized—and welcome.
For decades, Open Society has proudly supported Europe’s Roma communities in their struggle for equal opportunity and recognition.
The Berlin office of the Open Society Foundations hosts a conversation on housing rights, exclusion, and the future of Berlin as a capital of activism.
Secrecy and ignorance fuel the discrimination intersex people face throughout the world. This explainer answers some common questions about intersex people and the movement to secure their rights.
The early childhood years offer an unparalleled opportunity to alleviate the effects of social disadvantage and to break cycles of poverty and inequality.
While member states fail to act, civil society groups are again backing an independent review of candidates for one of the world's most influential human rights bodies.
What role can humor play in promoting open society? In this video, Open Society Foundations grantees, staff, and partners explore how comedians and activists in Latin America use comedy to support human rights and democracy.
Three groups are questioning the failure of European Union sanctions to prevent the reported shipment to Syria in 2014 of chemicals that can be used to produce sarin and VX gas.
Baltimore City Public Schools CEO Sonja Santelises talks with Beverly Tatum about the role race plays in schools today and the relevance of Tatum’s work in majority African-American districts like Baltimore.
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Your career is a marathon, not a sprint – What can we learn from athletes?
When it comes to our careers we can all make the same mistakes. We dive straight in, over-work ourselves and eventually burn ourselves out.
For most of us, our careers are for a lifetime, so it’s important for us to remember our careers are a marathon, not a sprint.
To help put this idea into action we could all take a leaf out of athletes books and start using some of their tools to manage our workloads and our careers.
This is the first thing all athletes do. What do they want to achieve? What is it that they are working towards? Where do they see themselves in five years? By asking themselves these questions they can then set themselves tasks to help them reach those goals.
This is something we can all do to help manage our careers. These can help us figure out exactly where we want to be in five years time and what we need to do to get there. Your long term goal might be to get a promotion and move higher up in your company or to get a pay rise, but what exactly do you have to do to reach that goal?
Sitting down and planning out these goals and tasks can help steadily move your career along.
Endurance athletes plan their schedules down to the minute. What time they will train, what time they will eat, what time they will recover. This strict schedule allows them to know what they have to do and where they want to be.
This idea of a strict schedule can sometimes be hard to translate to the workplace; meetings and phonecalls can pop up and they can throw your whole day off course. But implementing a schedule can be beneficial. Set time aside for tasks which can eat up your whole day and stick to the time frame. If your hour for checking emails is up, move on to your next task.
We have all heard of the story of the tortoise and the hare, slow and steady wins the race. Marathon runners don’t dash away from the starting line and sprint throughout the whole race, they maintain a steady speed perhaps speeding up to overtake someone ahead or at the finish line.
Maintaining a steady pace is important in your work life. Many of us launch into projects and try to get everything done at once, this can be detrimental to both the project and ourselves. Although you can pick up the pace to reach specific short-term targets, maintaining a steady and consistent pace can help reach your goals and steadily progress your career.
Endurance athletes will forecast any problems that can occur before their race in order to prepare themselves for obstacles they might have to overcome. They will put set plans in place to deal with these problems so they are not overwhelmed.
Forecasting problems and putting solutions in place is something we can also apply to our careers. Without being too pessimistic it is important to consider the things that could go wrong, your computer could crash and your work could be lost, people may not show up for an event you’re holding. Once you’ve done this, responding to setbacks can be easier and it might also help you to prevent some of the problems from happening.
Athletes will devote themselves to their training and have to spend time away from family and friends but they always make sure to include recovery time into their schedule. They are not training on the track all day, in the evenings they recover from their training session and make sure their body is in the right condition for the next day.
While it’s not necessary for you to plunge yourself into an ice bath after work, it is necessary to take time away from work to relax and recharge. Balancing the two equally important aspects, life and work, allows your batteries to be fully recharged. It is this recharge which allows you to sustain the marathon journey that is your career.
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Place 5 topped crackers in single layer on microwaveable plate. Microwave on HIGH 15 sec. or until cheese is melted.
Jazz it UpAdd your favorite pizza toppings, chopped cooked broccoli, sliced mushrooms, sautéed chopped peppers and onions, and/or cooked crumbled sausage.
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Note: ipconfig is deprecated in favour of ip, however a lot of legacy code still uses it.
They don't require a X-terminal session, they support a text-ui mode.
Entering "/sbin/ifconfig eth0 10.0.2.16 netmask 255.255.255.0" will crash the NIC, removing the current primary address to replace with the new one.
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It feels like the New York Comedy Festival is getting better and better every year, and the just released list of some of the headliners who will perform at New York’s best comedy theaters, it’s looking like 2016 will be the best NYCF yet.
The festival is produced by Comedy Central and Carolines on Broadway, and this year’s headliner list (so far) is bringing in some real star power with Patton Oswalt, Tracy Morgan, Trevor Noah, Bill Maher, T.J. Miller, Mark Maron, Chris D’Elia, Tig Notaro and Dane Cook all headlining major theaters at the festival. But what may be even more exciting is seeing some of the newer faces taking their place in front of theater crowds this year– Cameron Esposito will headline at the NYU Skirball Center, Bridget Everett will bring her powerful voice to the stage at Town Hall, and Eric Andre will take on a four night headliner engagement at Carolines’ on Broadway. International comedy and music super star Tim Minchin will be making his New York Comedy Festival debut this year, performing at the Beacon Theater.
This Year’s New York Comedy Festival will run from Thursday November 3 through Sunday November 6.
Dates and locations for the announced headliners appear below. Tickets go on sale at www.nycomedyfestival.com on August 15.
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By using the time primitives in KML, you can create animated thematic maps showing how a variable change over time.
The prism maps above visualise the world population in four different years (1950, 1975, 2000 and 2050). This and this blog posts show how a prism map can be made with KML. Here, I've added country polygons for several years, each extruded and colourised according the the population value.
Great work, looks fantastic. Can the time lapse animations be implemented in the Google Earth browser plugin as well?
The Google Earth Plug-in is not yet supporting time data. It is the only KML feature that is not implemented.
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Would you recommend FindA.Photo to a friend?
This is a project by @dvyio -- finda.photo (love the domain!) is a service that lets you search several CC0 (Creative Commons 0 or basically "No Rights Reserved") sites. It's meant to be super simple and easy to use, and lets you search using attributes (size, ratio, colors...).
@danlev Thanks, Dan! :) I hope people find it useful.
this is pretty rad, congrats @dvyio . I have a stock photo site aggregation site that was [featured on PH] (http://www.producthunt.com/posts...), would be happy to add this in there.
@saijo_george Thanks! I certainly know of All The Free Stock — it'd be amazing to be included!
@saijo_george Thank you so much.
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The mountains beckon! Not just any mountains, the legendary Swiss Alps!
With one of the longest ski seasons and one of the highest-altitude skiing available anywhere in Europe, SaasGrund and Saas Fe in the Swiss Alps are the ideal locations to take your awkward first steps on the skis or hone skiing skills you may already have acquired earlier.
If that didn’t sound enticing enough, here is something that might; cheese and chocolate. No trip is complete with experiencing some of the local culture and those are the two things Switzerland is famous for. Fulfil your childhood dreams by visiting a cheese and chocolate factory.
Join us and make this an outbound trip you will never forget.
Complete a certified ski course with one of the best skiing schools in Switzerland.
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Have a great idea for this year’s Durham County “I Voted” sticker?
Submit your design idea to the Durham County "I Voted" Sticker Design Contest.
Visit the Durham County Board of Elections website to learn more (and make sure you’re registered to vote).
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Intended use of ctrl+T in bash?
I noticed bash has a short cut for ctrl+T which swaps the last two characters before the cursor.
I'm wondering why the engineers decided to include this.
Was it inherited from a previous convention?
Or is there a practical purpose that this is commonly used for?
Note that bash's line editor defaults to Emacs mode, but you can also switch it to vi mode, if you prefer.
You can use AltT to swap words too (e.g. when switching between service and systemctl...).
Historically speaking, the CtrlT feature came to Bash from Emacs in all likelihood. It probably was copied to Emacs from some other editor; it was present in Stanford's E editor (see Essential E page 13) by 1980, and E had a strong impact on Richard Stallman (as described in Free as in Freedom). It was implemented in very early versions of Bash, before its first release in 1989, when it was pulled out into the readline library where it lives today (the very first entry in the readline ChangeLog hints at this).
This key combination, a binding inherited from the emacs editor, causes the last 2 characters typed to be swapped at the end of the line, used in the middle of a line, it swaps the character at the left of the cursor and the one under the cursor.
It may seem vain to have a binding for such a seldom used feature that be easily achieved with a few more key strokes. Old timers such as I use it quite often and it used to save some transmission time back in the days of 300 baud modems, in the late '70s, especially in the middle of long lines.
A similar and more useful command, bound to Alt+T, transposes the words at the left and at the right of the cursor.
Some of the are also available in other environments: The Firefox URL input line, text input fields in the OS/X graphical interface, and many X-based window managers.
vim users can select the corresponding bindings via an environment variable.
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Indeed as in "Yes, it works."
I'm doing it right now. In addition to TCSS parts I grabbed some nylon parts from my hardware store. A 1.375" washer works for the inside of a Graflex. So not only will it space the chassis, I'm going to use it to "seal" the end for the speaker and it should sound great.
You wouldn't want the battery to rattle around, would you?
That company is not discussed in these parts.
Oh well is there any LEDs out there that are brighter than a saberforge twelve watt?
The Tri-Crees that are sold in the store are very bright.
Newbie here - I'm diving into the deep-end with trying to build a chassis for my first saber. To start, I have a question regarding planning, sketches, and diagrams.
Is there some sort of free/low-cost software that many people use to design/plan their chassis? I know about TCSS MHS tool, but was hoping someone was using something "more involved" to plan out precise measurement for their chassis.
I personally use the ever popular paper, pencil and ruler. It's not too hard, unless you are trying something completely off the wall. The "more involved" is basically just experience - which there is no "instant solution" for.
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Harper Blvd Kelly White Entryway Bench With Shoe Storage. This beautiful, white shoe bench has twelve shoe storage shelves and will accommodate six to twelve pairs of shoes.
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How to detect Java and cookies whether enabled or not?
How to detect browser details?
How to detect operating system on the client machine?
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Unlike many other finance roles, investment bankers often come from a range of backgrounds, and may even use their transferable skills to join other related professions further down the line, possibly moving into a research, trading or structuring post.
However, as The Guardian UK 300 2016/17 has revealed, those interested in investment banking and investment as a career often fit a certain person profile. This research took into account the respondents degree subject choice and the fact that many of these students were on the lookout for a demanding - and potentially stressful - job.
Although it can be challenging, especially in terms of the demands it places on your time, the financial rewards are worth it for many who choose this profession. For example, a corporate investment banker and an operational investment banker can earn around £30,000 to £40,000 and £25,000 to £50,000 respectively when starting out.
Understanding what's expected from the outset can help you to remain focused on taking advantage of any job or work experience opportunities that come your way.
As well as different career options, there are also various roles for those working in investment banking - and while there are similarities, they do require different skillsets and personal attributes.
If you're working on the operational side, your team will be responsible for the processing and settlement of the many transactions made at your bank. You'll need to be hard-working and possess excellent numerical and analytical skills.
Corporate investment bankers provide financial services to other companies as well as other organisations. You could be working on mergers and acquisitions, lending or bonds and shares. As you'll be providing strategic advice to your clients and working under extreme pressure, you'll need to be good at negotiation and have strong interpersonal skills.
A common entry-level graduate role is that of the investment analyst.
Employers dedicate sizeable resources to training their staff in this area, but a Bachelors degree is still typically needed for most investment banking graduate jobs. While this doesn't necessarily have to be in a finance-related subject, it should have a strong maths focus.
The Guardian report found that respondents were most likely to have studied a maths, economics or business/management degree, while a 2:1 or above is typically required by the top investment banks.
If you're contemplating applying for university and are already set on a career in the financial markets, there are a number of specialist degree courses. Firstly, there's the three-year full-time BSc Finance and Investment Banking at the University of Reading, which is an affiliated Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) programme. The London Institute of Banking & Finance offers the industry-recognised BSc Finance, Investment and Risk, as well as the BSc Banking and Finance, which includes an optional one-year industry placement.
CFA Society UK offers the entry-level Investment Management Certificate (IMC) award, delivering the threshold competency knowledge in research analysis, portfolio management and other key investment activities. You can either do this Level 4 qualification through self-study and by registering for the IMC exam yourself, or through a training provider such as Kaplan.
As you consider continuing professional development (CPD) and studying for further finance qualifications, you can enrol on to the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) - an internationally-renowned investment management qualification (equivalent to a Masters). For eligibility, you either need a degree, four years of professional work experience, or a combination of work and study totalling four years.
The London School of Economics, Cass Business School and Warwick Business School are just a selection of institutions that run postgraduate courses in finance. If this is something you'd like to explore, search for a Masters in investment banking.
Many of the top banking institutions including Barclays, J.P. Morgan and the RBS Group, offer summer internships in investment banking.
For instance, J.P. Morgan offers a nine-week programme for penultimate-year university students where interns learn key technical skills by working on deals and transactions for the company's clients.
On-the-job-experience and practical skills training gives you the perfect grounding in investment banking and the best-performing students may receive full-time job offers upon completion of the programme.
However, it's important to get the facts you need before you apply so you can make an informed decision. To do this, you can first learn about the different work experience opportunities and choose one that best suits your interests. By watching short videos of employees sharing their career stories, you'll get an idea as to whether investment banking is for you or not.
When preparing your application, it's worth investigating what's required in the selection process. In addition to ensuring your CV stands out and is a true reflection of your skills and abilities (such as collaboration, self-discipline and perseverance), it may also involve writing an essay. Make sure that your CV is tailored to the job description and specific internship you're applying for and show there's a clear match.
This advice is applicable to those looking at finance graduate schemes while still at university, as it will give you good practice for making applications once you're about to graduate.
It's also the case that as investment banks place such strong importance on work experience, to progress to a graduate scheme, your chances of success will be greater if you've already undertaken an internship or work placement with them.
Explore the range of careers for students and graduates, including its investment banking internship. You can also search for banking and finance internships.
If you're interested in working as an apprentice for a major investment bank, see the top UK banking apprenticeships.
You will be able to sign up for information sessions through your careers service and there will also be an opportunity to speak to employers at on-campus recruitment events. Virtual talks held online can also provide a taster of what your day-to-day-work as an investment banker may involve.
Meanwhile, there's no excuse not to be well-connected with employers on networks such as LinkedIn. Many people end up finding a job with help from social media, so take a look at the benefits of engaging with employers on social media.
When you land your first role, whether this is a full-time position or internship, you should always keep in touch with your peers. Not only can they provide valuable careers guidance, they may even aid your career progression further down the line.
If you want to see what's currently available, search all investment banking graduate jobs.
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You start out feeling excited and energized about going after your big goals.
You made an action plan and told your friends and family what you’re going to work on. You’re finally going to get stuff done!
You start to take action on your plan and the first couple weeks go quite well.
Then… You begin to fizzle out over the coming weeks.
Sometimes you take action and sometimes you don’t. You have abrupt starts and stops. It’s a lot harder than you thought. You realize that maybe you don’t have the time or energy for this. You discover that it’s often uncomfortable to work on your goals. It’s not as cozy and safe as what you’re used to.
You might have a great routine going and some good momentum, but something disrupts it (like getting sick, going on vacation or a heavy work period) and then you get derailed and mostly abandon your goals and habits.
All of this adds up to inconsistency (also known as “flaking out”). And being inconsistent is one of the most common downfalls we face when working on our goals.
1. Make the milestone, task or habit easier.
Keep finding ways to reduce resistance or friction when working on your goals. What would be the easiest first step you can take on your big goal or project?
If the task, “Submit last year’s business taxes” is causing you a lot of resistance because you know this is a multi-step, annoying project, then look for that easy first step: “Locate receipts and put them on the office desk”.
By doing that, you’ve just prepared yourself for the second step. Now, momentum will start to build and it will be much easier to take consistent action.
Make those tasks easier: It feels better to start out having success with easier tasks and habits, and then gradually increase the difficulty as you become used to working on them.
Assign a time to work on your tasks and habits. Stick to that time as best as you can.
Committing to your tasks like this helps you stay more consistent.
If you have several smaller tasks, you can schedule a block of time for when to finish them.
Work on your habits around the same time each day to create consistency.
Tasks and habits that get scheduled to “whenever” usually don’t get done!
3. Track or measure your habits and tasks daily.
By tracking your habits and tasks, you’re telling yourself that this is something important to you. It’s a commitment to yourself.
Tracking accurately shows you proof of how you’re really doing. You don’t have to guess, you’ll know exactly how many times you went to the gym last month or how many hours sleep you got last week.
It takes less than 5 minutes a day to track what you’re working on. As always, keep your system simple and time-efficient.
If you track your habits and tasks daily, this will boost your ability to take more consistent action.
Try these ideas above. Being inconsistent is probably costing you a lot when it comes to making progress on your goals. Taking consistent action will help you stay on the path and get the results that you’re looking for.
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Developing a sales funnel is among the most crucial things you have to do as an entrepreneur, and regretfully among the important things that lots of small company owners disregard.
A sales funnel is the path that catches sales potential customers and moves them from awareness of your item to interest, desire and eventually the sale. Here’s ways to develop a sales funnel to drive sales for your service.
If you’re not acquainted with that term, a sales funnel is a company’ prepare for leading potential customers from the “I have no idea you” phase to the “let’s work” phase. It does not simply occur. You need to find out how o recognize potential customers, certify them, and after that lead them to the sale.
Consider how a sales funnel is formed. It’s large on one end and narrow on the other. The large end “captures” the liquid you put into it then gravity pulls that liquid through the narrow end, leaving the residue of unqualified particles. That’s an unrefined example, however it does assist us comprehend the sales procedure a bit more plainly.
Start by specifying your perfect client. It assists if you draw a sketch.
You’re not going to share this survey with anybody; it’s simply for your preparation advantage. The objective here is to determine your perfect consumer’s requirements and desires. Some individuals purchase flowers for wedding events, so you might wish to recognize individuals who are marrying or understand somebody who is getting wed.
Even if an individual suits your perfect client group does not imply that they are always a perfect client. Possibly Bob and Jane are preparing a marital relationship however do not care about flower plans. They definitely would not remain in your possibility variety if that holds true.
You’ll require a method to certify your potential customers after you have actually determined them, and after you have actually driven them into your sales funnel.
Certifying potential customers is easy. You can take studies or carry out surveys, you can begin discussions and get individuals to talking so that they expose their requirements and desires, or you can develop an item that attract your perfect consumer then promote it to the ideal audience. Those who certify will bite while those who do not, will not.
Your sales funnel includes the methods you utilize to drive potential customers and prospective consumers to your company and close the sale. Online, you may have a blog site that you compose to every day. You promote your blog site on social networks to accentuate your company. After you get potential customers to your blog site, you attract them with a deal in order to get their e-mail addresses. You then send routine e-mail messages to obtain those potential customers thinking about an item you desire them to purchase.
Another method to do this is to offer something that is quickly cost effective, state a $10 or $20 item. You have a list of validated purchasers. You then provide a higher-priced services or product and send a notification to your validated purchasers to see who munches on that deal. You are driving your potential customers deeper into your funnel.
The very best method to set your sales funnel is to prepare it in reverse. If you have a $100 item, for example, you need to discover individuals happy to pay out that sort of money for the advantages you’re using. Extremely couple of individuals are going to part with that kind of money unless they understand they can trust you. You have to gradually construct up some trust.
That implies you have to use a lower-priced item. You’ll have to develop that item, however exactly what has to occur prior to you do that?
As you construct your conversion funnel, you will discover ways to recognize and repair these “leakages,” so that increasingly more of your visitors end up being devoted consumers.
And, remember exactly what I stated about the almost 3/4ths of consumers who weren’t all set to be offered to and the 50% that weren’t prepared to purchase? After supporting those leads, 15-20% of them end up being clients and they normally make 47% bigger purchases than those who aren’t supported.
How can you begin expecting exactly what the possible client desires and provide it prior to they even ask? The response is: a conversion funnel.
Let’s take a look at where consumers are originating from. No matter how they get to you, as numerous as 73% of leads are not even prepared to be offered to. Even from the swimming pool that are certified, half of them aren’t all set to purchase. That puts the chances versus you. Out of the gate.
The secret is to comprehend exactly what your client desires and exactly what you need to do to provide those advantages. To obtain to the preliminary phase in your sales procedure, you need to believe backwards from the point you desire your consumer to wind up. That’s how you produce your sales funnel.
Companies who business nurture correctly support see a 450% increase in boost prospectsCertified And, those who put in the time to support and grow those client relationships, see 50% more sales at a 33% lower expense.
A conversion funnel, or sales funnel, is the course that a possibility takes through your website that eventually leads to a conversion. Since the quantity of traffic (visitors) your site gets will likely be bigger, with potential customers dropping off at numerous points because course, those that do transform will be a smaller sized portion of the initial group– hence the funnel shape.
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Los Angeles County transportation officials this week will solicit public input on proposals to modify bus service in the Glendale-Burbank corridor by cutting some routes and changing others.
Dozens more potential changes are being proposed across the region as the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority attempts to improve efficiency and cut costs amid mounting budget woes.
"Essentially, we are facing pretty significant structural deficits at the MTA with our budget," said Glendale Mayor Ara Najarian, who serves on the agency's Board of Directors. "There are two ways we could solve that. One is by increasing fares…the other is to start to cut back on the less productive lines."
Metro is the second largest bus operation nationwide, according to the agency, which serves 387.5 million passengers each year. But in serving such a large constituency, some routes are used less than others.
"Some of it's not being used or not performing very well, so we want to take a look at what's performing well, and make sure we have service on those lines," MTA spokesman Rick Jager said.
• Eliminating segments of Line 183 — which goes from Sherman Oaks to Glendale, with stops in North Hollywood and Burbank — that run in the Burbank hillsides and between downtown Glendale and the Glendale Amtrak/Metrolink station. In turn, officials say riders will benefit from a more direct bus route from Burbank to Glendale.
• Cancelling weekend service of Line 794 Rapid, an express bus which runs from downtown Los Angeles through Glendale and Burbank and into Sylmar, in combination with increased service on the non-express bus on the route.
Transportation officials in Glendale and Burbank said that the proposed changes would not have major impacts on local bus riders.
"Obviously, we don't like to see service reductions, but we understand the climate that we are operating in and that Metro is operating in," said David Kriske, Burbank's principal transportation planner. "We think that the changes generally are smart."
To assist in deciding which changes to make, officials will gather input on the proposals at a series of public hearings starting this week. And while the changes are based on extensive analysis of ridership figures, Jager said they are far from set in stone.
"The public may have other alternatives that maybe staff hadn't taken a look at," he said. "In the course of reviewing public comment, then staff will go back and see if indeed the proposed changes need to be changed or tweaked."
MTA board members are expected to vote on the route changes this spring, but they wouldn't go into effect until June 26 at the earliest.
Burbank Councilman Gary Bric, who serves on Metro's San Fernando Valley Local Service Council, said he understands that low ridership is driving the proposed cut of the hillside portion of Line 183.
Still, he said he was worried about the elderly residents who could be left without transportation.
"I'd certainly like to try to save it," Bric said.
Brooke Geer Person, executive director of the nonprofit Glendale Transportation Management Associates, said she plans to attend one of the public hearings to voice the concerns of the roughly 10,000 commuters her organization represents.
She said her biggest concern stemmed from the proposed elimination of service from downtown Glendale to the Amtrak/Metrolink station.
"A lot of people use that as backup for the (Glendale) Beeline to get down to the train station," she said.
Najarian urged residents to attend a meeting to share their opinions on the proposals.
"This is their opportunity, short of coming to a MTA board meeting, where oftentimes the decisions and the outcomes are already framed," Najarian said. "It's their time to get in there at the ground level and express themselves, their concerns."
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You’re never too old to make a change, and Sam Zell is living proof of this. He’s a multibillionaire and America’s number-one real estate mogul. At age 77, Zell is buying gold in 2019 for the first time in his life. Better late than never, I say. In fact, his timing could turn out to be perfect.
Are You Ready for PURE GREEN PROFITS? Put This Cannabis Play on Your Watch List!
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The futures market always acts first, while the average Joe and Jane retail investors act last and end up holding the bag. That’s the way it goes in the markets, and futures traders are betting on not just one, but multiple interest rate cuts this year.
A 192% GAIN IN 3 DAYS: This Company Has Done the Impossible!
It’s up 192% in three days and 310% since September. Your eyes aren’t deceiving you, as this small-cap company is turning investors’ financial dreams into a reality.
Has the FED LOST CONTROL OF THE ECONOMY? G. Edward Griffin’s Answer Will Surprise You!
National debt mounting… Inflation destroying the dollar’s purchasing power… The President openly criticizing the Fed… With all that’s going on, it’s easy to conclude that the Federal Reserve has completely lost control of the economy.
Once completely off the radar in the financial media, gold is staging a comeback and breaking through multiple resistance points in a time when political uncertainty dominates the headlines.
Price manipulation in the commodities markets is not a victimless crime. There are many thousands of investors who have taken substantial losses resulting from artificially induced price movements in the gold and silver markets. But how does this happen, and why don’t regulators put a stop to it?
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Our prayer life is how we nurture our relationship with God. In our services we tend to pray together aloud in love and gratitude. We may pray for forgiveness, healing, peace and comfort, for ourselves and for others. For example, at St Mary’s we pray for a different UK and Overseas parish every day.
In addition to this public type of prayer, we often offer individual prayers in which we speak directly and privately to God. Sometimes these are like arrows, sent up to Him in moments of extreme crisis, but hopefully they are more often quiet and meditative communing with his presence. They may not even consist of words but simply a feeling or an intention.
Since ‘God has no hands but ours’ we are his instrument in the world. In this way if we follow him, His will will indeed be done.
It is traditional to pray in the morning and evening, but God is listening at any time. Similarly, although kneeling is traditional, you can pray anywhere – walking, standing, sitting, whatever feels comfortable.
Remember praying is a discipline and may be difficult at times, but don’t give up.
Just as with any relationship it takes a consistent effort to flourish. There is nothing you can say that is wrong if you speak from your heart, even if sometimes you are expressing difficult feelings or uncomfortable doubts.
No prayer, however inadequate you may feel it to be, is ever wasted.
God, your loving father, is listening.
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If you live in Toronto or Montreal and have been dying to travel to Iceland, this is going to make you hella excited. Thanks to a little promotion by ultra-low cost carrier, WOW air, you can now fly to Iceland for only $120. We repeat ONLY $120!!!
The promotion is being offered to celebrate Canada’s 150th and can be booked between the months of September to November of this year.
Those looking to travel in the earlier months – June to August – will have to pay slightly more with flights priced at $159.99. Take it, or leave it but we think coughing up $30 extra isn’t hard to do. You might even be able to source half of that with spare change lying around your apartment.
During the same fall time period, they’ll also be offering flights to Amsterdam, Paris, London, Berlin and Frankfurt for $219.99. What’s super enticing about the European deal is that it includes a WOW stopover in Iceland for an unlimited amount of time, after which passengers will head off to their European destinations.
See full flight details at wowair.ca.
Who is planning on snatching up this amazing deal?
This New Airline is Selling Cheap Trips to Europe Starting at $99!
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