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It's not a democracy here, it's the Middle East.
We believe that we should come to an agreement with the Palestinians. But we need two to tango.
In my view, Arafat is the only Palestinian in the world that isn't willing to have an independent Palestinian state.
The Palestinians will never, never implement their commitment to dismantle their infrastructure of terrorist organizations.
The Palestinians are not willing to do anything, they're not willing to make the strategic decision to dismantle the infrastructure of terrorist organizations.
Suicide bombers caused us more than 50 percent of our casualties. The fence works. There is a decline in the number of those terrorist attacks against Israelis.
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Corregidor, also known as “The Rock”, is a tadpole shaped-island strategically located in the mouth of Manila Bay and directly facing the China Sea. It is historically important in that it was the setting for a very grim epic in human endurance and courage during World War II. It is now a major tourist attraction. At this spot, 12,000 grim, gaunt, and weary men stood steadily and fought gallantly for twenty-seven desperate days against the far superior strength of Japanese invaders.
Corregidor has had an extremely interesting history. Late in the seventeenth century it was suddenly occupied by the piratical inclined Limahong who made it the headquarters of his activities. During the Spanish era, Corregidor was a signal outpost, an undeniably strong defense fortress to warn the government about the coming of hostile ships. Later it became a penal colony for convicts who were condemned to hard labor. This is the origin of the name corregidor, which means “corrector”.
Apart from its history, Corregidor is a pleasantly attractive place. It has strikingly lush vegetation. The impressively tall trees and the vines growing thickly completely cover it, while birds and animals have made it their natural habitation.
Tourists and excursionists continually visit the island to see relics of what was once a strongly fortified position against Japanese invasion. Running deeply into the earth is the famous Malinta Tunnel which consists of a very spacious tunnel from which branches out 21 other carefully built lateral tunnels. Interestingly, this tunnel is guarded 24 hours a day.
The construction of the tunnel started on 1922 and it was completed on 1932. This was the headquarters of General MacArthur and the Philippine government during the Japanese invasion. Centrally located on the island is a towering eternal flame monument which pays a lasting tribute to the superlatively brave men who lived and died within its compass.
The Island of Corregidor also offers a lot of recreational activities on land or in water. The northern part of the island has lots of beaches where tourists can go water skiing, snorkeling, parasailing, scuba diving, and swimming. It also has lots of fishing spots where people can go fishing. The bottom part of the island is comprised of large area of land which gives tourists a venue for picnic, camping, field sports, kite flying, and outdoor games.
With no doubt, the island of Corregidor is a tourist spot in the Philippines not just because of its history but also because of its beauty.
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*HOT* LEGO Dimensions Back to the Future Doc Brown Fun Pack Only $5.09 (Reg. $14.99)!
Right now on Amazon you can get this LEGO Dimensions Back to the Future Doc Brown Fun Pack for just $5.09 (regularly $14.99)! At Walmart it sells for $19.99!
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Rowers from Monmouth School for Boys finished runners-up in two events at the 2018 Home International Regatta in Ireland.
Robbie, Iwan, Ben, Antony and Georg shone for Wales’ Junior Men’s team in Cork.
Despite being hit by illness, the Monmouth boys, coxed by Megan, achieved second places in both the Junior Men’s Coxed VIII and in the Junior Men’s Coxed IV.
On both occasions, the boys rowed superbly but lost out to two very strong England crews selected from the Great Britain trials’ process.
It was a memorable weekend for Iwan, who was named as the Wales Boys’ team captain for the showpiece on Inniscarra Lake.
Monmouth School for Girls’ pupils Stephanie, Sophia and cox Abigail also rowed with skill after being chosen to represent Wales’ Junior Women’s team for the first time.
The Monmouth girls finished fourth in the Junior Women’s Coxed VIII and also in the Junior Women’s Coxed IV.
Haberdashers’ Monmouth Schools had the largest representation in the Welsh squad with rowers from Monmouth Comprehensive School highlighting the strength of junior rowing in the town.
Monmouth-based Julia Cowton was the junior Wales girls’ team co-ordinator and was pleased by the encouraging performances from her squad.
The regatta saw two new trophies presented by Wales.
The John Hartland junior men’s trophy is named after the sport’s former national chief and Monmouth School for Boys’ rowing coach, which was won in the first year by England.
The Griffiths Family trophy for outstanding volunteering at the event was awarded straight back to Monmouth School for Boys’ Master in Charge of Rowing, Mr John Griffiths, and his wife, Sue, as the first recipients.
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The new Planview and Projectplace company is applauded by analysts. Forrester Research describes it as a differentiator which opens new opportunities. Ventana Research appoints the new company as a winner in the Technology Innovation Awards 2014.
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TML Travel Group & its forerunner organisations have been operating Religious Heritage Tours for groups since the year 2000. Following a successful re-introduction in 2016. we have gone back to our roots and now offer a series of Religious Heritage Tours to special interest groups.
The first of these tours is our extremely popular ‘Iona Pilgrimage & Mull Experience’, which is very popular with many church groups - particularly in the South East of England. It is offered as a 5 day package from the North of England or a 7 day package from the South East. For 2019, we have now included the option of an optional excursion to the Isle of Staffa.
We have recently refreshed our ‘Lindisfarne Pilgrimage & Religious Heritage In The North East’ religious heritage tour, which is available as a 6 or 7 day package - there is the option of an overnight stay in York on the outward journey.
For 2019, we are offering two new Religious Heritage Tours, the first is titled ‘Canterbury Pilgrimage & The Trail Of St Augustine’ and the second sees us break new ground in West Wales and is a 7 day package titled ‘St David’s Pilgrimage & Religious Heritage In West Wales. Full details of these packages are now available, with the first West Wales tours departing in August 2019.
The foundations of what is now TML Travel Group where built from offering a series of religious heritage tours. Following the successful introduction of our Iona Pilgrimage & Mull Experience tour in the year 2000, a Lindisfarne Pilgrimage & Religious Heritage In The North East package followed in 2002 and has recently been updated.
Further new Religious Heritage Tour itineraries and destinations are due to follow in 2020 and 2021, so what this space!
The product structure for these is based around our Premier Class brand.
To date, (dependent upon the georgraphical location of your group), these can be offered as a 5, 6 or 7 day package.
For the Gaels, Iona is I Chaluim Chille - the isle of Colm Cille, an Irish priest and prince who was to become revered as Saint Columba. A tiny island, of typically Hebridean beauty, it holds a unique place in the story of Scotland and kindles the imagination of thousands who journey there each year.
The North East of England has a strong religious past, as can be seen in works such as the Lindisfarne Gospels and the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle. The work of the 7th-century Cuthbert (634–687 AD), Bede (673–735 AD) and Hilda of Whitby (614–680 AD) being hugely influential in the early church and are still venerated today. These saints are usually associated with the monasteries on the island of Lindisfarne, Wearmouth – Jarrow, and the Abbey at Whitby but they are also associated to many other religious sites in the region.
The Archbishop of Canterbury is the primate of theChurch of England and the worldwide Anglican Communion owing to the importance of St Augustine, who served as the apostle to the pagan Kingdom of Kent around the turn of the 7th century. The city's cathedral became a major focus of pilgrimage following the 1170 martyrdom of Thomas Becket.
.West Wales, home to the patron St David, has a fascinating religious heritage with much of it still possible to enjoy.
St David’s is a site of continuous daily Christian worship since St David founded his mission here in the 6th century. The current cathedral, started in 1182, and the adjacent ruined 14th century Bishop’s Palace do real justice to the accolade of being the most visited faith heritage sites in Wales. The ancient tradition of Pilgrimage is still strong here and St David’s shrine was fully restored in 2012 with a new pilgrimage centre opening in 2013.
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Alan and Joanne Smith have been managing ten-room bed a five year contract for John Jones, a NSW bus nessman.
John Jones never visited the premises but was quite happy with his 15% return on equity.
At the end of the five year contract period, he visited the premises and was disappointed by the state of the property. It was in a poor state of repair with outdated fit-out and would need overall renovation to meet industry standards.
Changes to the premises and surrounds, as well as appliances would also need to be made to be compliant with occupational health and safety requirements.
Asset management was not part of the contract so Alan and Joanne could not be held totally responsible as the contract was based purely on profit and return on investment.
John Jones wishes to document the physical assets of the property.
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These items include flat rate shipping to any US address.
Capture the full flavor of the majestic shores, dunes and villages that make our region among the most beautiful in the U.S. with a basket that includes Then Glenwood’s Cherry Mustard Vinaigrette, Wee Bee Jammin’ Toe Jam, ESCH RD Mile Bean & Corn Salsa, Cherry Republic Small Original Cherry Salsa, the Glenwood’s 3 oz. Dried Cherries and a small “M-22” Sticker.
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On Friday 22 September 2017, the SurfAid Cup Manly presented by Beecraft, raised a record breaking $250,000 for SurfAid’s clean water & sanitation, basic health care, and nutrition projects in remote Indonesian communities.
In it’s 7th year, the 2017 SurfAid Cup Manly saw 25 teams compete to raise the most dollars, and earn the highest scores in the surf. Teams included Allan Hall, Wilson Parking, Building Swell, Australian Lawyers Surfing Association, The Perfect Wave, Perpetual, Inloop Macquarie, WPP Ikon & Switched On Media, Shaw Bros & Co, BlackRock, Aquabumps, Citi Bank, the Paddlers, Beecraft, GSI, Salesforce, BWM Dentsu, OFX, Asquire Property, Altius Group, Boardroom, Team T.E.G., Coastal Watch & Surfing World, an all groms team from Waverley College, and an all girls team from Bondi.
Fletcher Kelleher, Chris Friend, Ethan Raper, Kye Fitzgerald, Harry Stevenson, Ryan Donohoe, Ethan Dower, Matt Bemrose, Sam Page, Tiian Cronje, Kiron Ludwig, Gerard McCallum, Pama Davies, Richie Lovett, and Bryce Martiskin.
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Brand personalisation has emerged as the biggest priority for marketers in a new Adobe study, ahead of social media and mobile.
Sixty-three per cent of high-performing companies said they were either “completely focused’ or “very focused” on creative personalised experiences, compared to 53% of average or low-performing companies.
While 69% of the ,1004 surveyed US marketers believe they need to embrace ‘hyper personalisation’, only 39% reported using consumer data and behaviour patterns to shape their strategies.
The ‘Digital Roadblock: Marketers Struggle to Reinvent Themselves’ found 69% of participants agreed with the statement that ‘mobile is a critical element to get right’.
But when it comes to media types and platforms, social media (61%) was the seen as the most critical area 12 months from now with mobile in second place (51%).
Print and TV ranked last, with print coming ahead with 9% compared to television’s 7%.
Marketers are also playing it safe, 65% said they are comfortable adopting new technologies only once they become mainstream and 50% said they need to take more risks.
Keeping up with rapid progression and reinventing their roles and skills is a real challenge for marketers today. Two in five (40%) harbour a desire to reinvent themselves but only 14% are confident they know how to.
The desire to reinvent themselves is spurred on by the fact that 64% believe their roles will change in the next year. This figure jumps to 81% when the timeline is extended to within the next three years.
A lack of training (30%) and an organisational inability to adapt (30%) were found to be holding marketers back.
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The yellow herb has been used in Ayurveda for a number of issues. Apart from curing cold, turmeric offers various skin benefits such as promoting blood circulation, reducing inflammation and reverse damage caused by UV rays. When applied topically it also has a brightening effect on the skin.
Long exposure to UV rays and pollutants causes oxidative stress, which damage skin cells and make your skin look dull and dehydrated. Adding basil to your food helps prevent wrinkles as well as make it look smooth and hydrated. It also helps rebuild the collagen depletion caused due to overexposure to the sun.
UV-induced sun damage is the number one cause of wrinkles, fine lines and dark spots. Including rosemary in your food will prevent photo damage as well as improve skin elasticity making it look supply and youthful. The easiest way to consume it is by having rosemary tea every day.
The protein collagen is what helps the skin maintain its firm and youthful appearance. As we age the levels of collagen keep reducing and with it reduce our skin’s elasticity. Cinnamon boosts collagen production, thereby preventing the signs of premature aging.
Clove has been used as an essential ingredient in Ayurveda for curing several ailments. It contains antioxidant properties that slow down the signs of aging.
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Whether you wear Shellac or regular nail polish, this holiday, CND has you covered with a variety of colors and textures in seasonally festive shades!
Thank you to CND for sponsoring this post! All opinions are my own.
If you've been around the world of nails lately, you know that shattered glass nails are still going strong! Even amongst the sea of chrome and unicorn holo, I still see shattered glass effects being incorporated into manicures.
The basic idea of shattered glass nails involves putting shards of iridescent cellophane, origami paper, or reflective tape on your nail to create a unique and eye catching glass look. Here's a slightly different look that I did with the style!
I'd like to take the opportunity to congratulate those of you that finished the 31 Day Challenge this year! It's never easy, and definitely something you should take immense pride in finishing. A big ol' high five from me to you!
The original finisher badges were created by Ling Yeung, and I've been modifying them each year. Grab one and display it on your blog with pride! I've included the HTML code below each badge, or you can save the image to your computer and upload it that way.
Click on the following links for higher-res versions of the badges that you can post to your feed.
Like last year, if you haven't finished the challenge yet, feel free to bookmark this page and come back to it to grab one when you're done.
Here's a bit of a throwback look for ya! I did these nails probably about a year ago, and while I posted about them on social media, they never made it to the blog here. Plus, with fall arriving, these neutral tones with a slight twinge of grey are right on schedule.
In August, Sean and I went with a couple of friends to Disneyland! I hadn't been in a few years, so I obviously had to go all out with the nail art. I picked a few of my favorite characters, and painted them Tsum Tsum style on my nails.
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Fender Yngwie Malmsteen Signature Electric Guitar Strings are custom designed with specific wrap ratios and gauges to provide unparalleled speed, maximum tone and smooth playability. Made from the highest-quality nickel-plated steel and featuring Fender Bullet ends for more sustain and incredible tone, these strings are ready to "unleash the fury" in gauges 8-11-14-22-32-46.
Genuine Fender Stainless Flats. 50M. The choice of many Jazz and Studio musicians. Flat winding reduces finger noise, giving a smooth .013, .017, .026, .034, .044, .054.
Genuine Fender Super 250s Nickel-Plated Steel (NPS) strings combine the high output and dynamic sound of steel with the smooth feel of nickel; perfect for rock and other styles of music where the guitar needs to cut through. Gauges .013/.017/.020/.042/.052/.065.
Genuine Fender Super 250 Standard Tension guitar strings. Made with less tension during the winding process. The result is a string that is extremely versatile, playable, and bendable. The nickel plating is carefully applied to the steel cover wrap allowing greater volume and superior high end response. Ball end. 9, 11, 16, 24, 32, 42.
Super 250 Guitar Strings, Nickel Plated Steel, Ball End, 250RH Gauges .010-.052. Fender Super 250's Nickel-Plated Steel (NPS) strings combine the high output and dynamic sound of steel with the smooth feel of nickel; perfect for rock and other styles of music where the guitar needs to cut through. 10, 13, 17, 26, 36, 46.
Genuine Fender Super 250 Standard Tension guitar strings. Made with less tension during the winding process. The result is a string that is extremely versatile, playable, and bendable. The nickel plating is carefully applied to the steel cover wrap allowing greater volume and superior high end response. Ball end. 8, 10, 15, 21w, 30, 38.
Genuine Fender 150 Guitar Strings, Pure Nickel Wound, Ball End, 150XL .009-.040 Gauges, Set of 6. Nothing beats an original. If you agree, then the Original 150's are for you. Built to recapture the sound of Pure Nickel wound strings. Just look for the unique Tweed packages, and prepare yourself for the warm, full tone found only in pure Nickel strings.
Fender original 150L guitar strings, pure nickel wound, ball end, 150L. 9-42 gauges, set of 6. Nothing beats an original. If you agree, then the Original 150's are for you. Built to recapture the sound of Pure Nickel wound strings. Just look for the unique Tweed packages, and prepare yourself for the warm, full tone found only in pure Nickel strings. Available in gauges for any player's needs.
Genuine Fender 150 Guitar Strings, Pure Nickel Wound, Ball End, 150R .010-.046 Gauges, Set of 6. Nothing beats an original. If you agree, then the Original 150's are for you. Built to recapture the sound of Pure Nickel wound strings. Just look for the unique Tweed packages, and prepare yourself for the warm, full tone found only in pure Nickel strings.
Fender original 150M guitar strings, pure nickel wound, ball end, 150M .011-.049 gauges, set of 6. Nothing beats an original. If you agree, then the Original 150's are for you. Built to recapture the sound of Pure Nickel wound strings. Just look for the unique Tweed packages, and prepare yourself for the warm, full tone found only in pure Nickel strings. Available in gauges for any player's needs.
3150LR Light Regular Original Bullets Pure Nickel Bullet Ends. Fender Original Bullets Pure Nickel bullet-end strings deliver a smooth feel with reduced finger noise. The tone is rich and warm with abundant harmonics. Patented bullet-end creates a sonic coupling between the string and bridge block, for rock solid tuning stability and increased sustain. Great for blues, jazz and classic rock. .009, .011, .016, .026, .036, .046.
3150M Medium Original Bullets Pure Nickel Bullet Ends. Fender Original Bullets Pure Nickel bullet-end strings deliver a smooth feel with reduced finger noise. The tone is rich and warm with abundant harmonics. Patented bullet-end creates a sonic coupling between the string and bridge block, for rock solid tuning stability and increased sustain. Great for blues, jazz and classic rock. .011, .014, .018, .028, .038, .049.
Combine the high output and dynamic sound of steel with the smooth feel of nickel; perfect for rock and other kinds of music where the guitar needs to cut through. Our patented bullet-end creates a sonic coupling between the string and the bridge block, for rock solid tuning stability and increased sustain. Made in the USA. .009, .011, .016, .026, .036, .046.
Genuine Fender 3250R "Super Bullets" guitar strings. Regular .010-.046. Make any guitar come alive! The nickel plating is carefully applied to the steel cover wrap allowing greater volume and superior high end response. Patented bullet end for use with Stratocaster Tremolos.
Combine the high output and dynamic sound of steel with the smooth feel of nickel; perfect for rock and other kinds of music where the guitar needs to cut through. Our patented bullet-end creates a sonic coupling between the string and the bridge block, for rock solid tuning stability and increased sustain. Made in the USA.
Genuine Fender 3250H "Super Bullets" guitar strings. Heavy .012-.052. Make any guitar come alive! The nickel plating is carefully applied to the steel cover wrap allowing greater volume and superior high end response. Patented bullet end for use with Stratocaster Tremolos.
Jimi Hendrix set the music world on fire with his rule-breaking playing style and one-of-a-kind tone. Make a fundamental piece of his full, warm tone yours by winding up a set of Jimi Hendrix Voodoo Child Strings, with Jimi's signature heavy-high, light-low gauge setup. Easy to bend and full of the magic that was the source of his sound, these strings are a painstaking recreation of Jimi's beloveds. Move over Rover--and let Jimi's strings take over. .010, .013, .015, .026, .032, .038. Nickel ball-end.
Jimi Hendrix set the music world on fire with his rule-breaking playing style and one-of-a-kind tone. Make a fundamental piece of his full, warm tone yours by winding up a set of Jimi Hendrix Voodoo Child Strings, with Jimi's signature heavy-high, light-low gauge setup. Easy to bend and full of the magic that was the source of his sound, these strings are a painstaking recreation of Jimi's beloveds. Move over Rover--and let Jimi's strings take over. .010, .013, .015, .026, .032, .038. Nickel-plated steel. NPS ball-end.
Jimi Hendrix set the music world on fire with his rule-breaking playing style and one-of-a-kind tone. Make a fundamental piece of his full, warm tone yours by winding up a set of Jimi Hendrix Voodoo Child Strings, with Jimi's signature heavy-high, light-low gauge setup. Easy to bend and full of the magic that was the source of his sound, these strings are a painstaking recreation of Jimi's beloveds. Move over Rover--and let Jimi's strings take over. .010, .013, .015, .026, .032, .038. Vintage nickel bullet.
Jimi Hendrix set the music world on fire with his rule-breaking playing style and one-of-a-kind tone. Make a fundamental piece of his full, warm tone yours by winding up a set of Jimi Hendrix Voodoo Child Strings, with Jimi's signature heavy-high, light-low gauge setup. Easy to bend and full of the magic that was the source of his sound, these strings are a painstaking recreation of Jimi's beloveds. Move over Rover--and let Jimi's strings take over. .010, .013, .015, .026, .032, .038. Nickel-plated steel bullet end.
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There's no museum of online activism; its history is told as a series of disconnected events. Without perspective, we are left to guess what will work next, while scrambling to recreate elements of earlier successes. What can we learn from two decades of online protests? What has made these campaigns work where so many others have failed? And how can the bloggers, activists, and others at re:publica take these lessons and apply them to the wild web of today—and tomorrow?
There's no museum of online activism; its history is told as a series of disconnected events. Without perspective, we are left to guess what will work next, while scrambling to recreate elements of earlier successes. This talk aims to provide some of that perspective by focusing on three keystone events in the battle for online free speech: 1996's Black World Wide Web protest and the subsequent Blue Ribbon Campaign; 2004's Grey Tuesday to protest censorship by copyright; and 2012's SOPA Blackout protests and ACTA street actions. What can we learn from two decades of online protests? What has made these campaigns work where so many others have failed? And how can the bloggers, activists, and others at re:publica take these lessons and apply them to the wild web of today—and tomorrow?
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MALVERN SOARING ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP/CHANGE OF DETAILS FORM.
The membership year for both the BMFA and the MSA runs from 1st January to 31st December each year.
then you only need to send a SAE, your membership card and the renewal fee to the Membership Secretary, see details below.
There is no need to complete this form every year].
(only enter if a junior; juniors are aged under 19 on 1 Jan 2018.
1. If you are already a member of the BMFA via your membership of another affiliated club or as a Country Member and wish to apply for MSA membership only, then please enclose a photocopy of your BMFA membership card, which should be valid for the whole current year.
2. If you have retired from all model flying permanently, you may join the MSA as a 'social' member without paying the BMFA fee. You will NOT be permitted to fly a model. You will be able to attend MSA outdoor events as a spectator and attend MSA talks and spectate at indoor flying meetings in the winter.
Family membership can be applied to adult and child (under 18 years old) that are not parent and child, for example grandfather and grandson, provided both memberships are registered to the same address on our database.
MSA Social Member (non-BMFA): MSA £14.00, total £14.00.
Tony Wright, 29 Jasmine Road, Malvern Wells, Worcs, WR14 4XD.
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A place of relaxation, easily accessible from the heart of Sendai City. This is Akiu Onsen. Also known as "Sendai's Inner Parlor", it was loved by the region's most famous historical leader, Date Masamune. Together with Iizaka Onsen in Fukushima and Naruko Onsen, also located in Miyagi, it makes up one-third of what is known as Oshu's three famous hot springs where even now, large numbers of people come looking to rest and unwind in its relaxing baths.
In the same area, you can also find Rairaikyo Gorge with its unique scenery of distinctive rock formations, as well as the magnificent Akiu Great Falls, one of Japan's three greatest waterfalls. Meaning that not only will you be able to go around the various hot springs, but you can also go around and enjoy the picturesque scenery this place has to offer.
It is unknown when the springs first came to be, but there is a theory that says it was already in existence since the Kofun Period (300-538 AD). Even with records that exist, it has an impressive history that goes all the way back to the 1400s. The emperor of that time was ailing from a skin illness and though he tried every possible treatment available, all of the hot springs he visited gave him no results. However, after hearing about the healing properties of Akiu Onsen, he had some of its water transported to the capital, and when he took a bath in it he was immediately cured. The emperor took the joy he felt and turned it into a song, and the origin of it is carved into a stone that has been placed in the hot spring district. Thereafter, Akiu Onsen rose up in rank and became one of the Imperial Household's royal hot springs and was given the honorable title of "Onsen"Afterward, this region was used by its ruler, Date Masamune, as his bathing spot. Thereafter, lodgings were built around the springs and the area grew and prospered. After the 20th century, railroads were constructed in order to mine and transport a type of crag called "Akiu Ishi" which is used in construction and architecture. After the war, this railway played a large role in transportation for onsen guests leading to the large growth of visitors that came to the area. In 1961, that railroad, named "Akiu Railway", was discontinued. However, Akiu Onsen continues to develop even more as this hot spring town’s modern hotel resort, becoming famous nationwide and attracting an abundant number of visitors.
Akiu Onsen is a chloride type spring.
With salt similar in the component to that of seawater, even after bathing, the salt on your skin controls the evaporation of sweat resulting in better heat retention for your body. It is bathing water most ideal for the elderly and those recovering from illnesses.
attaining beautiful skin, cuts, burns, chronic skin diseases, children with weak dispositions, female illnesses, over-sensitivity to cold, arthritis, nerve pain, muscle pain, sore joints, stiff shoulders, motor paralysis, bruises, sprains, chronic digestive disorders, those recovering from illnesses, fatigue, improvement of health and so on.
In order to accustom your body to the temperature of the water, you first do kakeyu.
Next, get the lower half of your body used to the water, then gradually soak your entire body.
It is most effective to wash your body once you're already all warmed up from the bath. The pores have already opened up with the dirt coming to the surface, making it easier to wash them away.
Stay in the spring until your forehead and nose begin to sweat.
It is recommended not to shower after bathing in the springs, as doing so will wash away all the medicinal properties from your skin.
Your body will have become dehydrated from sweating, so it is important that you drink plenty of water to rehydrate.
Because you will have used up energy and your blood pressure will have fluctuated while in the hot spring, rest for 30 minutes until your physical condition has stabilized.
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The project consisted of an expansion containing four equipment / process mezzanines, a second floor, four packaging platforms, and a break room expansion to allow the owner to add a third production line. The scope of work included all mechanical and electrical systems for line three. Scott Murphy & Daniel also set and installed all the equipment for a third manufacturing line and provided design for the future expansions of lines four and five.
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Balance Point Control based in Emmen offers a wide range of Hydraulic Workover services for the European market.
Dana Petroleum has enjoyed an excellent relationship with Boon for many years.
The biggest advantage of Boon is that they too are specialists in the oil and gas industry and just like Cebo Holland, operate 24/7.
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Once a thriving mall, Shoppingtown Mall in DeWitt has become a tax liability for Onondaga County. The current owner, Moonbeam Capitol Investments, currently owes the county $7.74 million dollars which is due by October 22nd.
The date is important because if the money is not paid by then, the property is scheduled to be sold at auction. However, Onondaga County Legislature Chairman (soon to become County Executive), Ryan McMahon, said that won’t happen. Instead, Onondaga County legislators voted to have the Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency (OCIDA) assume control of the property and seek a developer.
McMahon said that by assuming control of the property, the county will have more control over who and what develops the mall. “We’re just not interested in being in the same situation five years from now, where you have a property that never got developed the way it should have been,” McMahon said.
The whole situation may be moot anyway if Moonbeam Capitol pays 25 percent of the delinquent money ($1.94 million) and enters into a 2-year repayment program. We will know by October 22nd. In the meantime, it’s a shame to see a once bustling mall reduced to a shell of what it once was. Let’s hope something good comes out of this whole situation.
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Step:1 From the home screen, tap SETTINGS.
Name the connection in the description field, eg. EarthVPN.
Enter EarthVPN Server Address for the VPN Server.
Enter your EarthVPN username in the account fieldand EarthVPN password in the password field.
Slide SEND ALL TRAFFIC to ON.
Step:6 Connect to the VPN by sliding the VPN button to ON.
Step:7 Once connected you will see the Status indicating CONNECTED and this can be confirmed by the VPN icon in the title bar.
Step:8 To disconnect, just slide the VPN slider to OFF (see step above).
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Roger Williams University's latest study of faculty productivity outside the USNWR top "40"
It's nice to see that folks recognize how prolific our faculty's scholarship has been. Our faculty productivity is one of many reasons I love it here.
I was visiting w/Mark recently, and he reminded me about his blog (here), which I've been enjoying.
Liz Warren's coolest moment ever (and she's had a ton already)!
See Liz Warren on -- wait for it!--The Daily Show (here). Best explanation of what went wrong with our financial system and how to fix it.
I would be terribly jealous of her if I didn't like her so very much. BRAVA!!!!!
Hellooooooo, Disney Board--you need me!
This article in today's Wall Street Journal (here) proves it.
Richard Thaler's mortgage proposal--it makes sense!
Bravo to the law firm of Trolman, Glaser & Lichtman for these ads (here and here), which are funny as all get-out and ethical. Hat tip to Andrew Adam Newman of the New York Times for his article calling attention to these ads, here.
Her very useful post is here. To her advice, I'd only add one thing: if salary's non-negotiable, often some other perks are (e.g., more research assistant money, different travel allotments), so be creative.
It's the first day of Spring Semester, and I'm going to meet my Contracts students for the first time this afternoon. Aside from the usual OMG moments (the bookstore ran out of our textbook, and I found out just this morning--thank goodness for Nettie, who PDF'd the first two assignments for us!), there's good excitement in the air.
I love the first day of classes. There's the adrenaline of preparing for class; the welcome sight of my colleagues coming back to school; and the sense of a fresh start for everyone.
Speaking of fresh starts (and no, not the one in the Bankruptcy Code), I was reading about Speaker Pelosi this morning and her comments about the Republicans stymieing health care. What tires me about all of Congress is this constant name-calling across party lines, which I find wholly unproductive.
There are two possibilities: (1) no matter to which party you belong, the other party is composed of demons; or (2) there are good and bad people in both parties. My guess is that the second possibility is more likely.
What Congress needs is a mental reset--a new semester of sorts. I don't see enough people in Congress saying, "Wait a minute! Maybe it's possible that people who are different from me politically have some good ideas--perhaps I should listen." And I certainly don't see anyone in Congress taking personal responsibility for the massive ill-will that exists now among its members.
This is where one of my favorite books comes in: Robert Kegan & Lisa Laskow Lahey, How the Way We Talk Can Change the Way We Work: Seven Languages for Transformation (Jossey-Bass 2002).
That book forces people to see why they're afraid to change and how they've contributed to their own frustration. By presuming (correctly) that people complain only about that which matters to them, Kegan and Lahey give advice on how to deal with, e.g., long-term beliefs about others' reasons for behavior. It's a masterful book.
Grow up, Congress. We don't have time for your games any more. (And my contribution to the problem? Not voting out of office those folks who stick to the same-old, same-old behavior.) See? Kegan & Lahey's theory works!
My buddy Rachel Anderson's guest-blogging over at The Conglomerate!
See her first post here. Yay, Rachel!
Hat tip to my buddy Kathleen Lyon for finding this gem!
See here on writing. Thanks, KEL!
Sharon Davies has a great new book out (Oxford U. Press)!
One of the best things about the AALS Annual Meeting is getting to see old friends, and when I ran into Sharon Davies last week, her new book, Rising Road: A True Tale of Love, Race, and Religion in America (Oxford University Press 2010), was hot off the presses. I can't wait to get my own copy, and you can click on this link (here) if you want a copy. Brava, Sharon!
This story's been brewing for a while now: the rankings are costing law students in terms of higher tuition. See this link from the TaxProf Blog here and Robert Morse's point of view here.
See Andrew Ross Sorkin's New York Times column, What the Financial Crisis Commission Should Ask, here.
Former UNLV-Boyd Prof gets national acclaim--BRAVO, PAVEL!
See the post on the Wall Street Journal's Law Blog here. Bravo, Pavel--now everyone can find out how great you are!
Andy Winchell wins PR link of the week!
Karim Guirguis, media and internet guru of the ABI.
It should be quite a fun panel--hope that some of you out there can make it!
10. For students and postdocs: If you are paid a salary, you should do the work.
12. For students visiting professors, even outside of office hours: If the professor is dining al desco, an activity typically done to save time on a busy day, don't ask, "Are you busy?" The answer is yes. Ask instead, "Do you have a few minutes to talk, or should I come back at a better time?"
As someone who almost always eats "al desco" (what a great phrase), I loved that last bit. Brava, Female Science Professor!
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There must be so many people who want to build up a good make up collection but don't know how. I know I didn't for sure. Hopefully these short few posts will give you an idea about where to start.
I feel like this E.L.F palette is the perfect way to slowly build up a make up collection in terms of eyeshadows. Obviously a palette is a good starting point as it has lots of colours all in one place.
I found this one in the clearance section of the E.L.F website for £5 instead of £10 (bargain, I know!). It would of been a bargain at £10 too, as it contains 100 highly pigmented colours and even some with marble effect.
The range of colours are perfect for everyday for evening looks. The colours are all warm and easily blendable. The palette includes nudes and white for highlighting brow bones and inner corners. E.L.F products are value for money and good quality so I would definitely add this to your collection whether you're starting out or stocking up!
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A Pittsylvania County native, Cierra attended Averett University for her undergraduate and graduate degrees. She currently works at Middle Border Forward as the Program Coordinator for Community Engagement. Outside of her career, Cierra likes to explore her creative side with DIY crafts and decorating.
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SASEBO, Japan - The amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) was certified deployment-ready following a Naval Surface Forces-led Ready for Sea Assessment (RFSA), Jan. 23.
The RFSA is a two-day assessment, conducted by Commander, Naval Surface Forces Command’s (COMNAVSURFOR) TYCOM Material Inspection Team (TMIT), which evaluates the material condition of installed and portable equipment throughout the ship, as well as the crew’s overall ability to operate safely at sea.
The first day’s assessment was conducted in port and consisted of equipment, material and administrative checks.
Riesing said the TMIT inspected everything from primary and secondary drainage systems to the inventory of every repair locker aboard.
The TMIT also inspected a variety of equipment and materials used in other areas of the ship, such as combat systems, navigation, engineering and deck to ensure all equipment are operational and within standards.
The second day’s assessment was conducted at sea and focused on the crew’s proficiency in propulsion, navigation, damage control and medical response.
John Kelley, a member of the TMIT said that in these drills, the inspection team assesses the crew’s ability to respond to a casualty quickly and efficiently while also following protocol and safety standards.
Stemming from life-like damage control scenarios, the drills assessed during the RFSA effectively tested the training of the ship’s multiple response teams.
The drills conducted and equipment assessed are essential to keeping the ships of the fleet safe and mission ready. With the ship certified, the crew is poised for a successful patrol in 7th Fleet.
Bonhomme Richard is underway on a regularly scheduled patrol in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.
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then 17 year old high school senior, Catherine Thomas.
House in Little Rock, AR.
providing clothing items for the homeless.
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Deluxe, indeed. The top-of-the-line tenderloin is sandwiched in a virtual salad of condiments.
Fragile, luscious, sweet and savory, Mr. Bibbs' onion rings are among the best.
It's not exactly a plush dining environment, but if you are looking for a great tenderloin, Mr. Bibbs belongs high on the list.
At 10:30 in the morning, the parking area around Mr. Bibbs was empty. An hour later, the place was surrounded.
There is only one state in America where you'll find this window-sign.
Extreme crunchiness is an essential quality in Des Moines' best tenderloins.
Mr. Bibbs, a stark, open-kitchen sandwich shop in Des Moines’ Highland Park neighborhood, has a full menu of hamburgers, hot dogs and even “guinea grinders” (the politically incorrect local term for Italian hero sandwiches), but we know nothing about any of these items. The two things we can tell you about are the tenderloin and the crisp, wispy-rich onion rings. There are four kinds of the former: regular (undressed), unbreaded (why bother?), chili-topped, and – best of all – deluxe. Deluxe means a double-wide loin, fairly thin as per Des Moines custom, perched atop a bed of shredded lettuce and garnished with pickle chips, chopped onions, sliced tomatoes, mustard and ketchup, all held together in a minimal burger bun by a wrap of wax paper.
Word to the wise: Dine at Mr. Bibb’s either before 11am or after 1. During lunch hour, the few booths in the little shop are hopping with local high schoolers who come to palaver with each other as much as to eat.
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It seems that often the devotees who volunteer with IPM have an unrealistic, romantic view of what this service is and they get discouraged when reality turns out to be different. I am wondering if, in some way, this IPM NEWS itself contributes to this misconception. Why?
Maybe because, naturally, only the best letter excerpts are published. It may give the impression that every letter we receive is ecstatic and that every inmate is that introspective and enthusiastic. But it’s not a fact. Not every inmate becomes a long term bhakta. Far from it. For every letter of substance we receive, there are a dozen more which are shallow. Comparatively few are the inmates who correspond for years on end. Many will write for a year or two and many will write for a few months only. Some will not even write twice. It is a bewildering reality that some inmates, even if deeply touched by Krsna consciousness, will nonetheless stop writing.
I remember a Bhakta Mark who wrote me for about four years; his sincerity was palpable, his questions insightful, and his realizations powerful. I had absolutely no doubt that he would keep in touch after his release. Wrong. I never heard from him again. I was surprised, concerned, and really, really disappointed by his sudden silence. I still think about and pray for him regularly. But his case is not unique. So what to make of this? Is this preaching not “working”; is it worth our time, energy and resources?
Many IPM volunteers get discouraged and feel their efforts are in vain. Or they conclude that they are not good at this service. They couldn’t be more wrong.
IPM is very much like book distribution on the street. We’ve all heard the stories, right? You give a book to someone, knowing you will probably never see him again. Some will receive a book and put it on their bookshelf; years later, they may pick it up, read it, and visit a temple. Or one of their friends might end up with the book and he becomes a devotee. Or the book may be left on a bench or even thrown in the garbage and someone else finds it and it changes his/her life.
Interestingly enough, these same scenarios are applicable to inmates, albeit in a prison setting. Just as with regular book distribution, we are rarely privy to what happens next; once the book is given and the letter sent, we are often left in the dark. That is because we are entitled to doing our duty but not to enjoy its fruit. Sounds familiar? It’s Bhagavad-gita 101; we’ve all read it. This IPM service is a wonderful opportunity to apply and realize this instruction. Being detached is at the core of this challenging service. However, from time to time, because Krsna is so kind, we are given glimpses of Krsna’s transcendental touch in the inmates’ lives. These glimpses fill us with bliss, deep within our heart; they strengthen our faith, and keep our enthusiasm alive.
A few inmates write on and off. Sometimes there’s a “radio silence” for one, two, three years and then, they write back, once again seeking Krsna’s shelter. One inmate told me that he had to go in and out of prison three times before he finally realized that Krsna consciousness was really important. As Prabhupada said many, many times; it’s a gradual process.
Prisons are notorious for being “revolving doors”; many go in, are released, and come right back in again. That’s because people tend to keep the same kind of association and activities, which lead them to commit the same crimes (environment is stronger than will). The good thing is that these repeat offenders know they can always reach out to IPM and get more mercy. I know, for example, that the Bhakta Mark I was talking about earlier may pop up again at any time; even if he doesn’t, I know he can never forget the precious experiences he’s had in Krsna’s service.
Each time inmates practice Krsna consciousness, they make a little bit more progress. It is the principle of the drop of water falling on a hard rock; little by little, it makes a dent. Each time they chant, read Prabhupada’s books, offer their food, and tell someone else about Krsna, they make deposits in their spiritual bank account. Every deposit counts and is eternal.
Even when the inmates don't seem to stick around we know that the seed has been planted. Whether in this life or in the next, this seed will fructify; there is absolutely no doubt about that.
Wanting to personally see the seed sprout into a plant is my own personal desire, my own sense gratification. What matters is Prabhupada’s pleasure and desire. Whatever happens in the heart of those conditions souls (who happen to be inmates in this lifetime) is completely between them and Krishna.
I for one simply feel fortunate, grateful, and thrilled just to be allowed to do this service; to be given the chance to play this very little part in Srila Prabhupada’s huge mission. The real satisfaction is to do one’s service to the best of one’s ability, even if it sometimes seems like it’s going nowhere.
I pray that more devotees will be inspired to assist Prabhupada in planting the seed in the heart of some of the most unfortunate souls. I hope more will be willing to tolerate what appears like a lack of results, while praying to Lord Caitanya on behalf of the inmates, and having faith that Krsna is completely in control.
If you wish to receive it in your inbox, simply email me at iskconprisonministry@gmail.com with "SUBSCRIBE" in the subject line.
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wonderful cast has been assembled for the Mock Wedding which is a fundraiser for the Christmas Lights.
It will be well worth attending just to see the wonderful array of fashion in the Country theme as presented by the cast. The wedding takes place in the GAA Clubhouse on Sunday. Everyone must be there by 3pm. Everyone is welcome to this part of the event and it is free to all but a collection will take place during proceedings for the Christmas Lights and we expect all to contribute to this event. After the wedding at the clubhouse all proceed to the hotel where a wonderful and hilarious reception takes palce. Admission to the reception is by ticket only and tickets are available at the hotel, Divers and most shops and pubs. This is a special fundraiser for the lights and we need all businessess in town and the community in general to support to lighten Ardara up this Christmas.
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Thought I would share some images from our recent trip up to Browning, Mt.
Diversity is not an easy thing to find in Montana. I thought the long haired country boy, or in this case, the long-bearded country boy with the braided horse was a good example of the kind of diversity you see in Montana.
About JamiThanks for checking out my site. I am an animal lover, avid gardener, and gypsy at heart. I currently live just outside of Bozeman, Montana on 3.5 beautiful acres with my husband, two dogs and our cat. This is our sanctuary. Originally from Fresno, California, and having lived in a variety of places, it seems as though pieces of my heart are scattered around North America with the people and places I love most. My people mean the world to me. I hope to forever keep the light-hearted, life-loving, openness I learned from Cali.
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Vessel from MIAC Collectons 53033. BLM Dinetah Survey Project. Photograph by Carol Price.
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As mentioned, many accidents occur because of costumes children wear, especially if the costume is too large for them. In fact, as many as 1 in 4 kids get hurt while trick-or-treating. If they struggle to avoid tripping and falling when walking around the house, imagine how much trouble they’re going to have outside in the dark.
If they’re costumes involve masks, try to get them to opt for face paint instead. Not only is it a safer alternative to masks which can reduce visibility, but it’s a chance to create a look that’s truly unique to their costume!
If they’re costume is particularly dark, buy reflective tape to place on their arms, legs or candy bag or container. This will make them more visible to cars driving around at night. Trim extra fabric that may be causing them to trip and make sure they’re wearing comfortable walking shoes.
Planning a route for trick-or-treating is a great way to know where your child’s general location is at all times. This is especially important if they don’t have a dedicated cell phone to use.
As a general rule of thumb, all trick-or-treaters younger than 12 years of age should have an adult present in case of emergencies. Those who are 12 or older should always have at least one other person with them. A group is always more ideal, which reduces the risk of separation later. If they get lost, make sure they have a tag listing their home address and phone number.
When your child is walking from house to house, make sure they’re doing everything they can to take sidewalks to get around. They shouldn’t be cutting across lawns or walking through alleyways where there is far less visibility. Tell them to always walk, not run, as this can easily result in falling and breaking a tooth, putting an abrupt end to an otherwise fun night.
Finally, DO NOT under any circumstances let your child run across the street. Only take crosswalks where you can and do not assume vehicles will stop. For this reason alone, you may even want to trick-or-treat earlier in the night while it’s still bright out.
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The 25,000-square-foot neighborhood center for the new town of Civano incorporates covered patios, shaded courtyards, deeply recessed openings, rammed-earth or adobe walls, wind towers and other passive cooling techniques as practical responses to the desert heat. Within easy walking distance of all residences, the center was conceived as an updated academic atheneum with ample meeting spaces, living and dining spaces, kitchen and preparation areas, and a multi-level library. The Civano Neighborhood Center gathers the community for indoor or outdoor living, and recreation or leisure courtyard activities.
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UltiTalk.Com > Regional > Australasia > "Official" supporters group for U23/U19 teams?
"Official" supporters group for U23/U19 teams?
Hi. I haven't been here for a while.
So I'm going to somehow coordinate a bit of a supporters group for the U23 and U19 Aussie teams since about 200 of us will be in Europe anyway for WUCC. Any ideas for a sweet name?
Re: "Official" supporters group for U23/U19 teams?
Sure the team is really awesome when you look at it, I mean I agree wholeheartedly with the selections...well at least with 18 of them, and can see why another 4 were chosen. But if they had told us at the beginning that the best way to make the team was to play well in prior events then get injured and sit out the majority of the selections, then maybe I would have stayed here last year and played at nationals in australia instead of in england and put my name in the hat.
It appears that at least 4 of those selected played between 0-33% of the camps. Firstly, how can you select someone who you haven't seen play in over 4 months perhaps or even longer on their previous achievements, let me just say, it's remarkably easy to lose form in sport, I know, because I lost form in the 6 weeks I was out with a hole in my foot, leaving 3 weeks to prepare from not being able to walk properly to being match ready for the 1st camp, where I played like absolute crap (new people, no match practice, terrible fields for someone just getting back into it). No other sport selects players to play for their team if they haven't proven themselves in lower level games or at training in the 3 months prior to the team selection, why should ultimate? Sure they might be good but in 4 more months at the actual comp but aren't the players who have been training going to be better then as well?
Then there are players who played some of the camps, but didn't really do anything special in this time to justify there spot on the team, again, previous performances? bit unfair on the people who played better than them at the camps but haven't been seen before by the selectors.
Because this is basically just a pointless rant, when are we going to stop taking imports into our freaking national teams? Sure if they are a citizen and are better than others on the team, fair enough, but this keeps happening, surely an australian playing FOR their country will have that extra level that a non-australian playing with our country just won't have when the crunch time comes along. It's called national pride perhaps?
I could go on and justify these points more thoroughly and even add multiple other ones, but this rant has served it's purpose now. all calmed down.
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The parade will be held on June 26, with the first contingent leading the charge at 11:00 a.m. in downtown Seattle along 4th Ave., kicking off at Westlake Park just like in years past.
Parade registration will open in March, and is completely automated. To register your business, club, or organization for Pride Parade visit the SO&P website at www.seattlepride.org.
'Drawn from a rich tapestry of experiences and identities, the story of our community and our pride in being ourselves is evident not just during the parade, but all year long,' say SO&P officials.
This year, the organizers of the parade encourage everyone who participates, whether on the sidelines or marching down 4th Ave., to openly express what pride in their community means to them. Come to the parade. Be you. Be proud. Express yourself.
It's never too early to begin gearing up for the June calendar of events! Pride is only a few months away, after all.
SO&P invites you to the Pride Idol Kickoff, held March 27 at its new location, Neighbours Nightclub. Pride Idol runs each Sunday through June.
The picnic event is slated for June 19 at Volunteer Park, with a much larger grill to accommodate the increased attendance expected.
Details of all events are available on the SO&P website.
The Seattle Gay News will continue its tradition of keeping the community informed of all the Seattle Pride people, places, and performances that make the annual event such a big success.
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As communities grow, so too do the intensity and diversity of land use activities. To keep up, towns and regional organizations are turning to web-based geographic information systems (GIS) to develop a more collaborative and engaging way of planning. Successful planning can no longer be done site by site, but rather needs to take into account the greater perspective of surrounding properties, numerous diverse stakeholders, and multiple priorities in a limited resource environment.
Improve decision making based on real data. By collecting, developing, illustrating and hosting numerous GIS datasets, including social, economic and environmental information, stakeholders were able to characterize the watershed, assess particular needs, and develop data-driven management recommendations and strategies.
Prioritize activities in a complex environment. With GIS datasets, stakeholders were able to evaluate sub-watersheds based on specific criteria like water quality, habitat and land use to prioritize management activities within diverse landscapes.
Track the implementation of management plans and strategies. Coalition members can update a web ArcGIS map to make updates about progress toward completion of different tasks or management activities and visualize progress of management strategies.
Increase public participation in planning process. A web ArcGIS mapping application allows the public to stay informed about planning decisions and provide feedback on proposed projects and land-use changes.
Promote economic development. GIS allows planners and prospective developers better understand and assess opportunities for development and economic revitalization.
Provide transparency for decisions. With a web ArcGIS map, the public can go online and view the progress of the management plans and strategies, as well as priorities, to ensure that management activities align with their interests and needs.
GIS can help local leaders understand their current infrastructure and potential projects, and at the same time share that information broadly so they can address the wide-range of issues that come with diverse landscapes and multiple stakeholders, both of which can span across towns, counties and districts.
Contact Katie Budreski, Senior GIS Specialist, at kbudreski@stone-env.com to learn more!
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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's wedding guests are in for a real treat!
While the darling duo continue to play coy about the details of their upcoming nuptials, they can confirm an amazing surprise for their guests the night before the big day!
"Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have decided to let their guests discover the Château of Versailles during a private surprise tour on Friday, May 23, the eve of their wedding," the couple and officials at the Louis XIV estate said in a statement (via People magazine).
"In making this choice, they are contributing to a better understanding and maintaining the exceptional heritage of the castle of Versailles, which is classed a World Heritage site UNESCO."
Kanye and Kim were spotted at the venue in January, sparking rumors that they would say "I do" there.
Sadly, the palace shut down the speculation at the time via Twitter.
While the bride and groom won't exchange vows at the site, the palace will still play a part in their special weekend.
Kanye, Kim and daughter North arrived in Paris on Sunday, May 18.
While the private tour will take place ahead of the wedding in France, city officials of Florence confirmed last week that the two will wed on May 24 at Forte di Belvedere.
However, the location of the wedding is still in question due to conflicting reports.
"Kim and Kanye have told all guests different info," a source told Us Weekly. "No one knows all of the details."
Either way, we're excited to watch Kim and Kanye's wedding weekend unfold! Are you?
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Green Technologies In Food Production And Processing is good choice for you that looking for nice reading experience. We hope you glad to visit our website. Please read our description and our privacy and policy page.
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The following describes the Federal Trade Commission Compliance for our flooringproscolorado.com website.
We make every effort at candor regarding any products or services we use, recommend, or otherwise make mention of at Flooring Pros. We strive to clearly differentiate between our own products or services versus those of third parties, to facilitate inquiries, support, and customer care. Likewise, just as we (and any other legitimate business) may profit from the sale of our own products or services, we may also profit from the sale of others’ products or services (like any retailer) at flooringproscolorado.com. Additionally, wherever products or services may give rise to income generation, we endeavor to provide realistic and factual data, but highlight the fact that the variables impacting results are so numerous and uncontrollable that no guarantees are in any way made. It is our goal to embrace the guidelines and requirements of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for the benefit of all, and with that in mind provide the following disclosures regarding compensation and disclaimer regarding earnings & income.
One or more parties affiliated or associated with our Flooring Pros website in some way may be an Amazon.com affiliate. This means that links to products on Amazon.com, as well as reviews leading to purchases, can result in a commission being earned. Again, disclosure of this material connection and the potential for compensation may not be made at every single possible opportunity. To be safe, simply assume there is a material connection and potential for compensation at all times. While this does not imply skewed or unduly biased reviews, full disclosure calls for this warning.
You should assume that we may be compensated for purchases of products or services mentioned on this flooringproscolorado.com website that are not created, owned, licensed, or otherwise materially controlled by us. Stated differently, while most people obviously understand that individuals make a living by way of the profit that remains after the costs associated with providing their product or service are covered, at least theoretically there may be someone out there who does not understand that a third party can “affiliate” someone else’s products or services and be compensated by the product or service creator/owner for helping spread the word about their offering. Just compare it to retailers. They seldom produce anything, but rather make their money connecting product and service creators with end users.
First, just always operate from the position that any website proprietor, including us at Flooring Pros, will have a material connection to the product or service provider, and may be compensated as a result of your purchase, unless expressly stated otherwise. Aside from your purchases, note that even you actions could result in earnings for this website. For instance, there could be ads displayed on this flooringproscolorado.com website that we are compensated for displaying whenever a website visitor clicks on them.
Third, despite the fact that it would be counterproductive to mention products or services that you’ll find disappointing or inferior, not only are people different, but it’s also possible for us to have a lapse in judgment. Thus, to be extra cautious, even if you believe in our good faith motives, you may as well go ahead and keep in mind that we could be at least partially influenced by the monetization factor of listing various products or services on our flooringproscolorado.com website. Furthermore, in that vein, the reality is that there are sometimes other connections between parties that are not monetary, such as personal capital, goodwill, or otherwise, that could be an underlying undercurrent swaying the decision to promote a particular offering. Due to this hypothetical possibility, you should again simply nor rely solely on what we have to say, but rather just form your own independent opinion just to be safe. Finally, bear in mind that we might also receive free products or services, gifts, or review copies of items too.
Testimonials regarding the outcome or performance of using any product or service are provided to embellish your understanding of the offering. While great effort is made to ensure that they are factually honest, we at Flooring Pros are not liable for errors and omissions. Aside from human error, some information may be provided by third parties, such as customers or product/service providers. The best results are not uncommonly correlated with the best efforts, discipline, diligence, and so on, and thus the results depicted cannot, in any way, be construed as common, typical, expected, normal, or associated with the average user’s experience with any given product or service. Exceptional results may be depicted by our website as highlights, but you are responsible for understanding that atypical outcomes may not reflect your experience. Aside from market conditions, products and services change over time. Older products may lose effectiveness. Newer products may not have a reliable track record.
Many products and services are designed to solve problems. Common problem areas include legal, financial, and medical. We are in no way purporting to counsel you on issues related law, finances, or health. If you require guidance in these arenas, you should consider securing your own counsel from lawyers, accountants, tax professionals, investment advisors, or medical professionals before taking any action. Nothing we may ever communicate at Flooring Pros, in print or spoken word, will ever be intended to constitute any such counsel, as we do not claim to be professionals in any of those disciplines. You assume all risk for actions taken, losses incurred, damages sustained, or other issues stemming from your use of any product or service in any way connected with or mentioned on this website. Indeed, such decision is solely your own, or else determined in conjunction with the professional guidance of the advisor of your choosing.
Income-producing products & services are likewise subject to the above cautions. In addition, however, there are additional factors we like to point out at Flooring Pros. Unlike weight loss products or self-help materials, income-producing methods are influenced by the overall health of the economy in which one operates. In times of liquidity, money flows freely and commerce is easier. In times of perceived scarcity, fear, recession, depression, or otherwise, commerce is stymied. Results can be influenced by market sentiment, just as the stock market indices around the world are swayed heavily on news.
Income-producing products & services purchased should be viewed as just that – purchases. Though they can be investments in one’s business, it is not unreasonable to expect that there may not be an express return on that investment, per se. Often, business success is the convergence of a number of factors, methods, strategies, and so on. It can be hard to peg success to one method or machination. This does not necessarily undermine value of any given product or service, as it can have an additive effect. Or, it may have no effect. Since it can be difficult to tell, you should operate on the assumption that your outcome could be zero. We make no guarantees and you should only risk what you can afford to lose on any purchases on or through flooringproscolorado.com.
It should also be noted that we only have control over, and thus only accept responsibility for, the content of this flooringproscolorado.com website authored by us. Any representations made by others should be considered prima facie unauthorized. You may also read, hear, or otherwise come into contact with commentary about any of our products & services or offerings, and should assume those have likewise not been authorized.
You should not construe a third-party offer as an endorsement by that third party of any product or service. You should, more conservatively, view it as an offer to buy something. Likewise, as alluded to previously, note that we cannot fully control all marketing practices by all parties. With the use of “mirror” sites, indirect or unauthorized affiliates, “tiered” affiliate structures, and so on, policing the world wide web with any modicum of thoroughness is unlikely. We make reasonable efforts to ensure our affiliates comply with our policies and represent our products & services consistent with our guidelines. However, at Flooring Pros we cannot always guarantee they will do so. You are always free to report concerns or abuses via our Contact information.
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We shall be exhibiting at "The Flooring Show" in Harrogate very soon! The show is the UK's national flooring event of the year, an opportunity for you as visitors to see many of our latest products, and take up some show special offers.
We shall be there from the 18th-20th September in Hall B, Stand B37. Equipment for installers of carpet / lvt / vinyl and wood will be on display for you to inspect and order!!
We have many new items on show, and brand new, and being demonstrated over the 3 days, is our new "Duo-Bind" - tape binding machine for natural floorcoverings and carpets!
Also give our brand new ULTRAKNEES Kneepads a try....giving maximum support and comfort to the knee, designed specifically for floorlayers....................... We hope to see you at the show!
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The TI Robotics Systems Learning Kit (TI-RSLK) is a low-cost robotics kit and classroom curriculum, which provide students with a deeper understanding of how electronic system designs work. Developed in collaboration with Dr. Jon Valvano, professor, electrical and computer engineering at The University of Texas at Austin.
The first in its series is the Maze Edition that comes with 20 learning modules covering basic to advanced topics. TI created the robotics learning kit to fill a gap in existing engineering curriculum by introducing comprehensive courseware that addresses the fundamentals of embedded systems and progresses to more advanced applications learning.
The TI-RSLK Maze Edition curriculum comes with 20 learning modules covering basic to advanced topics. Each module is complete with lecture videos and slides, lab documentation and demonstration videos, quizzes and classroom activities. The TI-RSLK is targeted to teach embedded systems and applications, and can be expanded and used in a variety of engineering classes.
1. Recommend that you setup a myTI.com account.
2. Go to https://e2e.ti.com/ and search to see if the answer to your question already exists.
3. If not, create a new thread. You can find the red new thread button at the top right of any existing thread or use this link.
4. When creating the thread, be sure to type in/select the TI part/IC number.
5. In the ‘Tags’ field of the thread creation form, type RSLK.
If you have any questions concerning TI products, please post on our E2E forums: http://e2e.ti.com. For other requests, please contact our regional teams.
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Edited with text by Fionn Meade. Foreword by Olga Viso. Text by Jordan Carter, Adrienne Edwards, Mason Leaver-Yap, Robert Wiesenberger.
Question the Wall Itself examines ways that interior spaces and décor can be fundamental to the understanding of cultural identity. It showcases 23 international artists who explore the political and social dimensions of interior architecture as well as its complicated relationship to history and their own backgrounds. The featured artists are Jonathas de Andrade, Uri Aran, Nina Beier, Marcel Broodthaers, Tom Burr, Alejandro Cesarco, Marc Camille Chaimowicz, Theaster Gates, Ull Hohn, Janette Laverrière, Louise Lawler, Nick Mauss, Park McArthur, Lucy McKenzie, Shahryar Nashat, Walid Raad, Seth Siegelaub, Paul Sietsema, Florine Stettheimer, Rosemarie Trockel, Cerith Wyn Evans, Danh Vo and Akram Zaatari.
The book and the exhibition it accompanies take as its guiding principle what Marcel Broodthaers termed “esprit décor”: a critique of ideas of nationality, globalization and the space of the institution through constructed interior scenes. Recasting our conception of interior space and design, the works on view exist between artwork, prop, and set or stage. Espousing this mise-en-scène approach, Question the Wall Itself plugs readers into material that expands the show in the form of book-as-exhibition. It includes an extensive photographic walk-through of the installations, essays by Jordan Carter, Adrienne Edwards, Mason Leaver-Yap, Fionn Meade, and Robert Wiesenberger, reprinted texts by Douglas Crimp and Jalal Toufic, as well as contributions from participating artists.
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Follow Sanna’s Blog here and connect on Social Media.
You provide the instrumental, written lyrics and guide vocals (or instrument melody), Sanna records the vocals.
You provide the instrumental, Sanna writes the lyrics, melody and records the vocals.
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Enjoyed our stay! Quiet place! Friendly staff!
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Africa also called the Mother Continent, is the second largest continent. The shores of this large continent are washed by the Red Sea, the Mediterranean Sea, the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian Ocean. According to Brittanica.com, Africa’s total land surface is approximately 11,724,000 square miles or 30.3 kilometers square.
On the continent of Africa, there are 54 countries and notable geographical features. The world’s largest hot desert, the Sahara, and the world’s longest river, the Nile, can be found on the continent of Africa.
Now, let us examine the 10 biggest nations in Africa by land area.
In Ethiopia, if you travel too far to the north, you might step over into Eritrea, too far to the east, Djibouti and Somalia; too far to the west, Sudan and South Sudan and too far to the south, you might cross the border into Kenya. Its largest and most populated city is its capital, Addis Abba.
Take out a map of Africa and trail your finger to the tip of the continent, right there is South Africa. Yes, the country of South Africa is the southernmost country of Africa. It takes up 471,011 square miles ranking it as the 25th largest country in the world and the 9th largest in Africa.
As it is located at the tip, the coastline is washed by the Atlantic Ocean. The land surface is covered in plateaus, plains, mountains and beaches.
I do not know about you but I think I could use some gold right now. Mali is a landlocked country located in West Africa. Occupying 478,767 square miles. Mali is the 24th largest country in the world and the 8th largest country in Africa.
Mali, unfortunately, suffers from a dry and hot climate as most of the country lies in the southern Saharan desert. I mentioned gold earlier right? Well, Mali is a country in which large deposits of gold, phosphates, uranium, salt, limestone and kaoline can be found.
Located in Southern Africa, Angola is the 7th largest country on the African continent. It covers 481,354 square miles making it the 23rd largest country in the world. Angola shares borders with Namibia to the south, Zambia to the east, South Atlantic Ocean to the east and the DR of Congo to the north-east.
According to Cia.gov, Angola is rich in diamonds, phosphates, gold, iron ore, bauxite, uranium, feldspar and petroleum reserves.
Did you know Niger is named after the Niger River? If you did not well now you know. Niger is another landlocked country located in Western Africa. It occupies 489,191 square miles and is the largest country in West Africa and the 22nd largest country in the world.
Despite being named after the Niger river, Niger experiences very a very hot and dry climate as most of its land area is covered by the Sahara desert. The southern parts are covered in savannah land which is home to a variety of wildlife.
Hey there, here is another landlocked country. Located in Central Africa, Chad shares borders with Sudan to the east, the Central African Republic to the south and Libya to the north, Niger to the west and Cameroon and Nigeria to the southwest. Chad covers 495,755 square miles making it the 5th largest country in Africa and the 21st largest country in the world.
Chad got its name from Lake Chad, the second largest wetland in Africa. Chad, however, suffers from a hot and dry climate.
Located in North Africa, Libya is fortunate to have its northern borders washed by the Mediterranean Sea. The country of Libya has an area of 469,432 square miles making it the 4th largest country in Africa and the 16th largest in the world.
Most of Libya’s land area is covered in the Libyan Desert which contributes to Libya’s dry and hot climate. Libya may have it harder than the rest as it is said to be one of the driest places on the earth.
Today Sudan sits occupies the position of the third largest country in Africa. Before 2011, it was the largest country but South Sudan independence has reduced its size. The country of Sudan is located in Northern Africa and occupies 718,723 square miles of the total land area on the African continent. It is also the 16th largest country in the world.
The land area of Sudan is characterized by plains and mountain ranges. The Rive Nile is formed in its capital Khartoum where the Blue and River Nile meet. Several mineral resources such as gold, iron, petroleum and silver can be found in Sudan, (www.cia.gov).
The Democratic Republic of Congo occupies 905,568 square mile making it the 2nd largest county in Africa and the 11th largest in the world. The DRC has more thunderstorms than any other country in the world as a result of its location near the equator.
Another interesting fact about the DRC is that the second largest rainforest in the world. The rainforest is surrounded by plateaus, savannahs in the south, mountains and grasslands in the north.
Occupying 919, 595 square miles in North Africa, the country of Algeria is the largest in African and the tenth largest in the world. The landscape of Algeria consists of the Tell Atlas and the Sahara desert in the south, and even more mountains in the north with vast plains in between. Algeria experiences a hot climate all year round.
These are the largest countries on the continent of Africa, ranked by land mass area. We hope you’ve learned a lot from this list and please do share your comments with us below; should you have any further questions on any of the above.
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BSDU programs are in compliance with UGC Instructions for Vocational Programs, National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF), AICTE Instruction for Vocational Programs, NSQF RPL (Recognition of Previous Learning) Guidelines, Guidelines of respective Sector Skill Councils (SSC), National Occupational Standards (NOS), Skills Qualification Packs.
The whole training is based on Swiss Dual System comprising of “On the job Training” and “Vocational School” which has been adopted after carrying out due modifications to suit the Indian industry. In Switzerland, there are about 247 trades available for skill development. BSDU taking a cue from it, is today poised to offer such inter industry courses to the Indian Youth. In contrast to Swiss Model which is for three to four years, the BSDU model is for three-years degree course, each year comprising of two semesters, with I, III & V semester with BSDU and II, IV & VI semester with the industry.
BSDU is spread over an area of 30 acres in Mahindra World City Jaipur. It has state-of-the-art infrastructure having high-end machinery imported from Germany, Austria, Spain and Switzerland. Workshop and training on the equipment under the watchful eyes of knowledgeable and experienced Swiss trainers helps trainees to make a mark in their respective fields. The University will shift from its present campus to a new larger campus where construction is in full swing to establish a World Class Skills Institution.
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Vintage Smithwick Devils Horse Topwater Dancer F-713 Fishing Lure 3-1/4”In.
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SKU: 9017P. Categories: Jumping Castles, All Products.
This pink jumping castle is so special for your little sweat heart!!! Make her feel like a real princess today!; Bounce, play, and jump all day in the Party Princess Bouncer!
My little 3 yr old LOVES it. Her and her little friends had a ball at her party. Definitely a great investment.
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The International Wushu Federation (IWUF), which was established on October 3rd, 1990, is the international federation (IF) which governs wushu in all its forms worldwide. Currently, the IWUF has 152 members, across 5 continental federations worldwide. The IWUF is recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), and is also a member of both ARISF and GAISF.
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It's a landmark of Paris, now engulfed in flames. KOA News Anchor Susan Witkin visited Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris during January 2018. Witkin recalls the church being "stunningly gorgeous" and a place of beauty and solace. Witkin toured the historic church, and noted that people of all faiths visited from around the world. "Its so sad to see the history in the church being destroyed by fire, " Witkin said. Witkin wanted to share her photos of the beautiful cathedral.
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HOPE OR GAS? with IMANI GANDY | Says Who?
Follow Imani Gandy on Twitter. She is great!
Listen to Boom! Lawyered to get a great legal read on what the hell is happening.
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The Versus Youth Fork is compatible with BMX frames that have both 1" and 1-1/8" head-tubes. Headset spec will be determined by your frame manufacturer, but you can always e-mail us for advice. Rider weight limit for this fork is 115lbs.
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Oaxaca II, III and IV represent one of the biggest wind power complexes in Latin America with 306 MW of operational capacity. They produce electricity to cover the consumption of 700,000 Mexican homes, avoiding the emission of 670,000 metric tons of CO2, equivalent to the cleaning effect of 33.5 million trees on the atmosphere through the process of photosynthesis.
Isthmus of Tehuantepec, Oaxaca. Mexico.
The purchasing and logistics for the supply of materials such as concrete, steel, cables and other main components was directly managed by ACCIONA.
Wide-ranging program of socio-economic development in the local community.
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Renewable green energy is growing rapidly. Jobs are up 14% between 2012 and 2013 with the largest employers by sector. Such sectors are the following, solar photovoltaic, biofuels, wind, modern biomass, and biogas. Alternative energy has become an important component in the power generation globally and in the U.S.
With the growth of green energy comes profitable opportunities for the entire supplier chain. With these opportunities also comes upfront expense. Funding becomes crucial for companies to take on new clients, new projects. Working capital is needed for payroll, raw material, equipment and more.
That’s where Factoring becomes a viable option for green energy companies with funding needs. At Paragon Financial we offer invoice factoring, purchase order financing, and credit protection. We work with startups, companies with client concentration and other challenging funding situations.
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It is the day after the national elections 2016. Needless to say this election was one of the strangest of our lifetime. President Elect Donald Trump seized a surprising upset revealing this nation is very weary over the condition of politics and our national and state office holders. What is certain our nation is divided over the issues and both sides are frustrated as only a few times in our history. Make no mistake we have been divided before, such as the 1850s- 1860s. Many issues were at the forefront and the issue of slavery was one that divided our nation. If you would have been alive at that time you would have realized that many actually hated President Abraham Lincoln and viewed him as their enemy, yet history reveals that he was used to help set the nation back on track. Sovereign God was at work as his children were praying for His will. The point for us today is that our Lord is still on the His throne and is working in the affairs of this world.
One day after Election 2016 I am still praying for the cause of Pro Life, Israel, Biblical Marriages, Original Constitutional Interpretation and Conservative Supreme Justices. And I think many who are heading to the highest offices in January have more promise to lead in that way then the others. Yet I still believe that as Christians we must understand that the " world system" is not the friend of Jesus or his kingdom and as Christians our greatest concern should be sharing the gospel and in such that will help a nation more than anything.
I heard Dr. John Macarthur address this two days before the election and it applies as much after as it did before going to the polls. Please listen to this 14 minute lesson and please continue to pray for our Lord to send revival to our land.
John MacArthur Comments on the Election - November 6, 2016 from Grace Community Church on Vimeo.
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Major oil producers and drillers, including Chevron Corp (CVX.N) and BP Plc (BP.L), on Thursday began returning crews to more than 90 offshore facilities in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico that were evacuated this week as Hurricane Michael moved through the Gulf.
Production shut-ins that had temporarily halted 42 percent of Gulf oil output and nearly a third of natural gas production were being reversed in some areas.
Chevron said it was reactivating two production platforms that were evacuated. BP also was redeploying crews to four platforms after completing aerial safety checks. It expects to resume sending production through pipelines linking the facilities to the shore.
Restarting production can take several days. Producers lost about 1.7 million barrels of oil through Wednesday as a result of shut-ins and the figure is expected to rise. However, Gulf production cuts have been less of an impact on supplies with the rise of U.S. shale oil.
Almost 850,000 electricity customers in the U.S. Southeast were without power on Thursday, according to local utilities, as the storm headed for the Carolinas.
The storm brought winds of up to 155 miles per hour (250 kph) when it made landfall in the Florida Panhandle on Wednesday. Drenching rains were falling on Georgia and the Carolinas on Thursday.
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The internet is starts and end with domain name, buying a domain name has much advantage than using free blogspot, WordPress, wapka, and many more extensions.
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First before you start you need to read on how to Buy a domain name from garanntor which is very simple and easy the come back and follow this steps.
Remember you have to equally configure the domain at the Cpanel on garanntor or any web hosting company you are using.
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Then Enter to the site which you want to park the free domain .
Now Under the "Basic Functions" Click on the "Domain Manager" .
Just click on the "Own Domain" .
Now Enter the free domain address which you used to register with Garanntor.com and click on the "Add Domain" .
If successful your old wapka subdomain will redirect the visitors to you new free domain .
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The information provided on this page has been compiled from the data supplied by the State Statistics Institute and other countries official institutions. Any difference in corresponding figures may incur due to the time lag between the customs entry times and/or customs declarations.
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This may look like a light-hearted piece of string art, but it’s actually part of a very serious effort to understand what happens to the brain when it’s strung out on drugs. The image, one of the winners of the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology’s 2013 BioArt competition, was created with an advanced form of magnetic resonance imaging called Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI).
DTI works by detecting the movement of water in the nerve cells of a living brain. By determining which direction water is flowing in axons, the long processes that convey signals to other neurons, researchers can figure out whether the neurons are stretching from the left to right side of the brain (red), top to bottom (blue), or front to back (green). This data is then used to construct a three-dimensional view of the brain and its connections.
In this particular image, we see the brain of a monkey before the animal was exposed to cocaine. The NIH-funded team is using DTI to study the changes that occur after short- and long-term cocaine use, and also after a period of recovery. It is well known that cocaine users behave erratically, are sometimes violent, and show poor decision making. But the biology behind such behaviors isn’t well understood. Do the behaviors arise because neurons die and connections are lost? Does the brain rewire itself with long-term cocaine use? Or does cocaine damage the structure of the neurons and cause them to leak water and function abnormally? The researchers hope to find answers to these and other questions as they examine these exquisitely informative DTI images.
Why don’t you use actual addicts for these tests rather than innocent monkeys? You could then give the addicts vouchers of some sort. But why is it important to know the answer you’re looking for?
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Despite this area being generally expensive to live in (Bandar Utama) but the convenience and affordable shopping are one of the reasons why people don't want to move out of the area too lol, i kid you not at the cost of things these days getting affordable shopping done can be quite a feat, especially with CNY around the corner if you have a big family like mine of 5 kids (including myself) we often just recycle our CNY clothes or wear hand me downs .
As i grew older and more independent part of my frugal upbringing has taught me to be a bargain hunter when it comes to shopping, clothes in particular as a person like me who loves fashion can't afford to splurge too much just to make sure i look trendy in every instagram photo.
I love fashion very much because i believe how we dress and present ourselves to people is very important, even if it's a RM10 top, the way you style it speaks in volumes.
Last week, one of the largest value fashion brands across Middle East and India, has announced the launch of its fourth and flagship store in 1Utama, Malaysia.
It was an auspicious event to usher in the upcoming CNY festivity, attended by local celebrities like Amber Chia, bloggers and instagramers, definitely it was a success.
Not only that Max fashion has also announced that they have opened 2 other new branched in Sunway Putra Mall and Avenue K Mall in the heart of Kuala Lumpur where fashion never sleeps.
This place reminds me abit of Marks & Spencer except the clothes are something i can afford instead of cringing at the price tag lol.
Why do some brands priced their stuff so expensive especially if they are considered as essentials (we can't walk around naked no?).
Tops and bottoms as low as RM15!
Thank you for the invitation Max fashion, i had fun browsing and shopping for affordable clothings for my upcoming travels, you can find a large variety of selections for both genders priced within reasonable means (because young market yo!) and quality of clothings isn't compromised.
I've found such cute selection of baby and toddler clothings much better over here compared the usual baby shops i see around and for a fraction of the cost too. Usually most baby clothes are like close to RM100 these days (which is insane) and babies outgrow then pretty fast too!
Next time i'll come here to shop for kids clothes instead and for all moms, this is definitely a good store to shop for your kids' new festive clothings as you won't feel the pinch over here. For the same amount of total cost elsewhere you can probably get more pieces here.
For young people, you can find bigger sized here (up to size 40-41 for some designs), but bad news for petites as it might be abit on the big side for you guys as the smallest is UK8 (technically border M size).
Tried to coordinate some looks in the dressing room before deciding what i should buy!
Fashion tip: always visualized on how you are going to wear/ pair your tops and bottoms before purchasing, don't just grab and later leave it aside in your cupboard because you have no idea how to style it. Some designs might catch our eyes but not everything suits us.
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Sarah and Arthur,Jr. were married in a religious ceremony in October 1688 in St. John's Church. Henrico Co. , Virginia.1 They had four sons and three daughters, named Arthur, Jr., William, Robert Ligon, Thomas, Mary, Sarah and Judith.
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Dream Meaning Altar - What do dreams about an Altar Mean?
From a religious standpoint, the altar can have a number of meanings. Firstly, it is a place of sacrifice so the dream may symbolise a personal sacrifice you have made or intend to make. Or it may mean that you have sacrificed something within yourself: something within you must die if a new, happy life is to born.
For example, you may sacrifice the ego so that more sincere feelings can manifest in your life. In addition, the altar may symbolise the wedding of the unconscious and conscious mind- the union of opposites that compensates for the development of a one-sided personality. Another interpretation may be that it symbolises the consecration of something you deem sacred.
Many dreams express themselves with puns. Maybe the dream is suggesting that you should ‘alter’ your plans?
To dream you are inside a church is usually considered a bad omen. It warns of error and repentance. To see a priest at the altar warns of quarrels and problems at home or with a business. However to see a church from the outside brings good fortune and blessing.
In the ancient world, the Oracle at Delphi was the place where noblemen, generals and leaders would go to ask the sibyl for a prophecy of the future. This dream may be referencing the fact that your dream is an indication of future conditions or a hint at what may come to pass. A dream oracle remember only shows the potential for the future rather than an actual outcome. We have free will so what comes to pass is ultimately up to you. The dream oracle however may help you to become one step ahead of future conditions.
Only dreams that are on this topic will be included such as church altars, superstitions about ritual, sacrifice and so on. If you have a dream with another theme please first consult and post on our online dream dictionary. And do feel free to add your alternative meanings for this dream.
The setting was in my boyfriends house. But it wasn’t his home? When I walked into it and sat there for a while and then walked around his house, altars started appearing left and right. First one and then two different altars. And these are Hmong altars. He also had since gold papers hung around his house too.
I dreamed that I’m standing on the altar which had a curtain separating it from the sitting area in the church, the church was full of people sitting praying and looking at the altar. I had a light white veil covering my face through which I was looking back at the people while I was still behind the altar curtains. I feel this dream has deep meaning and clear sign of something I’m interested to know.
I dreamed of a baby (I knew this baby in my dream) who in the middle of service just walked up onto the altar. People laughed because they thought he was cute. I went up to bring him down the first time but second time I turned around just before I reached the altar.
I dream that I see my altar is dirty that’s why I clean it.
Before us. Later I went to some school-like location farther down the trail with some friends and my little brother. After loitering a while, 4 people showed up-one being the obvious leader and threatened us. Before they made it out of sight-they turned around and came back. This time they threatened our lives..we ran for our lives and some time in between I realized my little brother is missing. Things quieted down soon but I was not at ease so I searched for my friends. When I found them they were all sitting together at a school-like area. Then I asked “where is the trail?” And they had no idea what I was talking about…I was looking for MY altar as I felt this is the only place I could be safe.
Since they had no clue what I was talking about I went in search of familiar landmarks myself. As I took a quick look around I realized this is not even the same school. Meanwhile I walked down the breezeway, and without being startled-noticed that my brother was next to me once more, as if nothing had happened. And when I decided in my mind that it is hopeless-the altar is gone-I awoke that instant. So this morning I have had the urge to build an altar of my own to simulate dreams like this one I just had, and I have researched Aztec altars of sorts…I’m not happy with this incomplete dream! What should I do?? What does this dream mean??
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The Latest Gossip Magazines and Covers the singer from MEXICO CITY (30/MAY/2013.) - U.S. singer Beyonce was furious to learn that her pictures bikinis campaign for H & M had been digitally retouched.
According to the website of the British newspaper "The Sun", the singer and her team insisted that the original photographs were used.
"It's a real diva and was furious at what they did. Her people refused to give the green light so that H & M was forced to use the originals," said a source close.
Earlier this year it was announced that the singer would be the image of a swimwear campaign of the firm and since then have released images of Beyoncé with the models.
A spokesman for the company admitted that there were discussions on the photographs, but in the end were used that were not modified.
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This report is based on the percentage of people in each country who donate money, volunteer, and help people they don’t know.
The findings also reveal that generosity doesn’t correlate with the wealth of a country. Only five of the G20 countries appear in the Top 20 Most Generous Countries!
On this episode of Global Connection, we discuss this report. What do you think is the key factor to generosity?
Maxwell shared that the people of Myanmar are devout Buddhists. Giving is ingrained in that culture because they believe the good deeds they do in this life will affect their next life. They regularly give money and time to support the monks and help in the upkeep of temples.
Serena commented that the United States has a rich Judeo-Christian history where we believe we are called to help those around us and be the hands and feet of Christ. When there is a need, Americans are quick to address the need and respond with giving or volunteering – especially after a major world disaster.
Americans seem to be quite generous when it comes to monetary giving, but are we willing to address the immediate needs of those around us?
Serena said she would love to see more hands-on giving in our local areas. Instead of just writing checks to help others, she would love to see Americans be more willing to help strangers on a regular basis. PLUS they would get the added benefit of being blessed by serving others!
Maxwell shared that in less affluent countries, people rely on the generosity of others for survival! They work together as a community to build infrastructure and even help strangers with farming. That all adds up to generosity according to this report!
We want to hear your ideas about generosity! How do you give back to help those in need around you? Leave your comment below!
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Tell a story with your interior. Combine and mix StoryTiles designs with the Bath&Kitchen Plain Tiles and start your unique tile project. All tiles are UV-, heat and water resistant and are perfect for the bathroom, kitchen and fireplace. The Bath&Kitchen products have been specially selected by our head designer Marga van Oers to make sure the tiles have the same shape, look and feel as the StoryTiles with designs.
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It is very challenging for the owners of pets to keep their carpets clean. Besides ugly stains that dogs and cats may leave, they might also chew the carpets or tear them at some places with their sharp claws. In addition, they leave hair that is built up in the carpet overtime. Yet, you don’t have to give up your dog or cat to have a well-maintained carpet.
This is possible thanks to professional work of local carpet cleaners in Bromley. Mvir Cleaning company is always there to provide you with the best cleaning services in the region. Yet, they also give you some simple advices that could help you maintain your carpet on your own.
Ensure that the detergent you are using to clean the stains is pet-friendly and does not contain any harsh chemicals. This will keep not only your pet’s health safe, but yours as well. Act immediately after the stain appears to prevent its penetration deeper into the fabric. First, get the moisture with a paper towel or clean and dry sponge and remove the debris. Next step is to use a carpet cleaner.
If you pet is clean, your carpet will also be clean. To achieve this, wipe off the paws of your pet every time it is coming in from the outside. The dogs quickly get used to this procedure if you do this constantly after each walk. Also place a towel in front of the door to ensure perfect cleanness of the paws. To prevent hair build-ups, start regularly grooming your pet. This will significantly reduce the hair that falls off.
This is a vital step that should not be neglected, if you want to have a clean and good-looking carpet. If not every single day, then do it at least several times a week. Along with the carpet, vacuum also the furniture to keep the dirt away. The reason to do that is that the dirt accumulated on your upholstery can easily fall down on the carpet.
This household cleaning solution can help you in some cases to remove minor stains and bad odour left by your pets. However, keep in mind that this cleaning solution cannot substitute deep carpet cleaning.
What to do if your pet keeps messing around?
The best option in this case would be to confine it to one particular place. Obviously, the chosen place for it should not be the room with a carpet. You may consider to keep your pet in that area only when you are not around (at night or when none is home) and the rest of the time to allow the pet to walk around while you supervise it.
Professional carpet cleaning in Bromley guarantees that the life of your carpet will be extended. If you have a pet at home, call Mvir Cleaning at least twice per year.
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When we ended that last blogpost, we were returning from the Bee Walk, excited about seeing honeybees up close (they’re very gentle, especially when they are foraging, you know), along with an assortment of other pollinators and numerous little green frogs. The sunshine helped!
“But where do all these critters usually live? And where will they spend the winter? Or will they just all d-i-e???” I saw a few sad faces in the crowd when I asked this question.
We could see several honeybee hives over at the far end of the neighboring field, so that one was easy. But the others?
A lot of bees, for example, the fuzzy bumbles, are loners. Solitary. They seek out obscure places, such as old rodent holes, a pile of discarded wood, or maybe beneath a bit of crumbled rubble. They work from dawn until dusk, even in the pouring down rain.
If this sounds like someone you know, try to be understanding and recognize that they need that space. But we humans live in a manicured society that values persnicketyness. Neat and orderly. Trimmed. Put away. No decay.
And in the process of being obsessed with obtaining that “perfect” deep-green lawn and luscious hedgerow that makes us the envy of all our neighbors (or at least acceptable to), yes, we have eliminated moss, fungus, and the dreaded black spot, but we’ve also obliterated a multitude of beneficial insects, along with the habitat they need for overwintering. A pile of weedy rubble is so untidy, after all.
I say “we,” but this doesn’t apply to my garden, which looks like a total mess – there is habitat everywhere. Seriously, I hesitate to clean anything up! (excuses, excuses – but lest I digress). But I’m trying to see the other side. Truly I am. And the reality is, some people do not want a pile of debris or weeds to harbor snakes and spiders. They buy hand sanitizer in bulk and like things clean. And a lot of people would rather not have a wasp nest hanging from outside their doorways. Go Figure. But Ok. I get this.
However – a work of art – yes! THAT is acceptable. Something simple. Something that up-cycles stuff you have lying around. Up-cycling is good. Leaving trash around is bad. Creating an activity that kids can have fun doing and learn something in the process is good. Screaming and running away from spiders, snakes, and angry hornets is bad. A house for beneficial pollinators is good. A hiding place for rabid rats is bad.
Ok. How do we bring these things together?
Creating the Bug Condo – a little of this, a little of that, and voila!
First, a second-hand shelf I had purchased for $5. It was my only expense.
… you get the idea … stuff you find around the house and yard that you would clean up anyway.
We put our favorite big things in first. We didn’t have to use everything, so we didn’t worry about how to make it all fit.
“How about if we put the boards on top so it can be like a little roof?” someone asked.
Ok, we can try that. There are no rules here. It’s all good.
And before long, everyone was pitching in, sticking things here and there, and I just stepped back and let them take over. Kids make this so much fun!
And what a fantastic job they did, indeed! These kids were so inspirational! And they really brought home the fact of how much fun and how easy it is to do something to help the insect world, which does so much to help us.
It’s a small way of saying thank you.
Although a lot of people want to help “save the bees,” having beehives is obviously not for everyone. But you don’t have to “keep” bees to help them. You can simply grow lots of different flowers. A diversified garden that has something blooming in very early spring all the way through late fall, and an assortment of native plants to ensure a food supply that wildlife will thrive on, can make a huge difference, even if done on a small scale. Leaving the yard a little rough around the edges actually saves you work, time, and energy – who doesn’t like that! And creating a safe haven for bugs with lots of little nooks and crannies for overwintering doesn’t have to look like a pile of trash!
There are so many other obvious things people can do in their own backyards to help our insect friends, such as not using harmful weedkillers, pesticides, fungicides, and assorted chemicals that can be taken up by the plants, and which, even in trace amounts, can be harmful to pollinators. When you consider how nectar and pollen are a food source, and how these chemicals are then concentrated in honey, it is easy to see how easily something so small can be amplified to such large repercussions.
But I am not here to be on a soapbox about the horrors of neonicotinoid-laced products or about being anti-GMO, although this IS my blog, after all – but I figure if you have read this far, I am preaching to the choir.
So – thanks again, for tuning in, folks – thanks to all those kids & their parents who participated with me on the bee walk adventure – and I hope some of this has been inspirational to you!
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If you dream of a sustainable, resilient and better world and wish to contribute to the cause, ICLEI could be the place for you. Meet our colleagues who have joined us in the past few months and bring with them a pool of talent and experience. We welcome them and wish them good luck in their journey!
Mehvish joined ICLEI in November 2015. She holds a Bachelor's degree in advertising and is a post graduate in journalism from Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.
She has worked as a trainee with Times of India for their education blog and served as a programing editor for 92.7 Big FM. Mehvish loves to make documentaries and is associated with networks that deal with women-centric issues.
She is also working as Resilient Cities Asia Pacific Congress Officer.
Rithika holds a master's degree in conservation biology and a post graduate diploma in research methodology, specialising in natural resource management from James Cook University, Townsville Australia. Her minor project looked at the “Role of top predators in stabilising populations of macropods and contributing to better economic management of sheep stations”.
After working for two years in management sector in Australia, Rithika joined research organisation SaciWATERs where she worked on projects dealing with capacity building in IWRM and water quality.
At ICLEI, she works with the sustainability team on ACCCRN portfolio and Misereor project.
Ruchita joined ICLEI in October 2015. She is an architect and holds a master degree in environmental planning from CEPT University, Ahmedabad. She has over 8 years of experience in urban planning, transport research and various aspects of policy making.
Before joining ICLEI, Ruchita worked with Centre for Science and Environment for 5 years. There, she was engaged in policy advocacy on promoting sustainable transportation modes, organizing city workshops and conferences and preparing modules for capacity building workshops. “Right to Walk” and “Road Safety Campaign” were among her major work areas.
Besides, she has also been a regular contributor for Down to Earth magazine, a leading science and environment fortnightly in India.
At ICLEI, she is responsible for providing advocacy and technical advisory on smart urban mobility and built environment support to Indian cities under the Smart City Mission. The project aims at building city authorities and stakeholder capacity to develop smart built environment action plans that can feed into ongoing efforts of smart city programme.
Nearly six years of her work experience in media and communication includes stints at The Times of India and Down To Earth (Centre for Science and Environment). At both these organisations, she has worked intensively with the web teams. At Down To Earth, Vani also contributed writings for the magazine and annual books (State of India Environment Report 2015 & 2016).
Besides, she is also a trained teacher. She just graduated as a LEAD India Fellow, Cohort 17 where she attended intensive trainings on climate change and related themes, travelling across India to work on region-specific challenges.
Vani has joined ICLEI as communication manager and she looks forward to a great learning experience working with planners, engineers and sustainability enthusiasts here.
I am a civil engineer and hold masters in transport planning from School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi. I have worked at Lea Associates South Asia for four months on road asset management systems project while being posted at Dehradun,Uttharkhand and Guwahati, Assam.
I shall be working at ICLEI’s Hyderabad office as a transport planner. I will be primarily working on smart cities project, focusing on smart mobility and built environment, with Ashishrao Ghorpade and Ruchita Bansal.
Ruth joined ICLEI in 2015 as Resilient Cities Congress Officer. She has done her Masters in Environment Management from Forest Research Institute, University Dehradun and Bachelors in Botany from Miranda House, Delhi University.
During her Masters, she interned with the Division of Ecological and Earth Sciences, UNESCO, New Delhi where she worked on "Global Change in Mountain Biosphere Reserves - a case study, Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve."
Ruth has worked with WSDS initiative (Weaker Section Development Society) of Institute of Innovative Technology Transfer and Environment, Manipur.
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These views - published in the Bangladesh Weekly Blitz, which he edits - resulted in Choudhury first being arrested on Nov. 29, 2003 at the Bangladesh National Airport as he was about to board a plane to attend a conference in Israel on the media's role in education for peace.
Bangladesh officials rescinded his permission to travel and warned him not to leave the country.
Rule of Law project, including, in particular, joint initiatives to promote the protection of fundamental rights as well as "due process" principles and the rule of law in the Bangladesh criminal justice system.
"Bangladesh may now be among the world's most dangerous countries for journalists. That makes Choudhury's courageous stand for Muslim-Jewish dialogue all the more admirable - and vital to defend."
Three years later, Choudhury faces possible death from this "baseless sham." It is vital now to defend Choudhury's rights as we defend the courageous stand that brought about his ordeal.
Irwin Cotler is MP for Mount Royal, a former justice minister, and a law professor at McGill University (on leave). He has acted on behalf of many political prisoners all over the world.
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Some of the most satisfying photographs that you can take are the ones that you take of stagnant things like landscapes. They are large and flowing and ever changing unlike portraits which are fairly much the same. You can look at the same piece of land several; times during the day and it will likely look completely different each time that you do because the changing lighting will affect the way tat the land looks. Shadows and highlights can dramatically change the appearance of what you see and can capture via your lens.
The types and the style of filter that you are using can also have a great impact on the final result. That ends up on your film or your memory card.
For most portrait work I prefer the standard glass screw on filters. They are quite good and it is very rare that you will find a need to swap out filters when you are shooting a person. You will look over the subject and the lighting (which is generally in a studio) and select a single filter to handle the job. However when you are shooting a landscape you might need to readjust and swap out several filters rather quickly in order to make the image you capture with the camera match or exceed what you have seen with your naked eye.
If you are going to stick with the screw on glass style filters then you should have, at a minimum, a good polarizing filter, a UV or ultraviolet filter and a Neutral Density or ND filter. This combination will allow you a great amount of latitude in capturing great photos without giving you a lot of limitations that may hold you back. There are certainly other filters that may be desire able for this type of shooting but these are the core three that every camera buff should have in the camera bag and ready to use.
In a case where you might need to be able to quickly and effectively swap out filters in order to capture the images correctly, you may wish to look into a square filter system such as those offered by companies such as Cokin or Lee.
Theses systems offer a mount that attaches to your screw mount lens where any normal round filter might go and then you apply new filters to this by simply sliding them in the mount. You can add several filters in a matter of seconds making it quick and easy to add on filters or remove them as the light changes on your scenic vista.
One disadvantage to this type of system is that they are a lot larger than a standard filter and as a result there is a lot more storage and carry space needed. That is not a large problem but you do need to budget your space for the filters especially when you are traveling and could be doing a lot of walking. They are bulky although not particularly heavy. So while it might not break your back it might add a lot of bulk depending on how many creative filters you carry.
A huge plus of the system is that you simply buy a rather inexpensive adaptor ring for each size of lens that you own and then your system can be used on every thing that you own. This can be a huge plus if you own a lot of lenses or lenses that end up with a varied array of filter sizes.
A polarizing filer and a Neutral Density Filter are absolute must owns in any system so those should be the first on your list. Keep in mind that as of this writing, Cokin ahs well over 140 different filters in its line up so it would be impossible to elaborate on anything but the more needed or most wanted filters.
You will want to add some of the graduated filters depending on what you anticipate you will be shooting. They are available in a plethora of colors and can change a dull and lifeless sky or sunset into a breath taking work of art simply by putting it in front of the lens.
This is the cheapest system on the market (about 80 bucks) but probably the one with the most components. There are 4 different sizes.
A Model. This size will fit lenses from 36 to 62 mm is size.
P model. Covers the 48 to 82mm range. This is the most popular size and will cover most camera lens ranges except for wide angles.
Z Pro Model. This model will cover the bigger square filter size (4×4 or 4×6). It supports cokin, Lee, Hitech, and Sing-Ray filters. The Z Pro model are suitable for wide angle lenses. If you opt to use a super wide angle, you may want to look at the single slot holder version with the wide angle ring adaptor instead of the 3 slot version (which is fine for non-wide angle lenses for stacking).
X-Pro Model. This is the really BIG size that covers 62 to 112mm. Good for medium format cameras. It will support 130×170 mm filter sizes.
The Cokin filter system allows you, in most cases, to combine up to three filters in the same housing quickly and easily so that you can try out different combinations of what you might want so you can crate some unusual and unique special effects without the aid of Photoshop. Another thing that is of great advantage to you is the ability to physically rotate the filter to get what you envision. This is especially helpful when dealing with the graduated style filters since you can line up the darker section exactly where you need it to be.
A cokin system also has a lot of filters that creative in nature. In other words they take reality as we see it and then they rearrange it so that you get something that Mother Nature never intended to be. They offer star bursts, double exposure, mirrors which give you the illusion of seeing things as a mirror image of its self to name but a few. It is really quite amazing the many different filters that they offer to help you make the best of what your eyes see.
Cokin also offers a variety diffusers and pastel filters which can help you turn an ordinary shot into one that actually creates a nice mood making a boring shot much more interesting and these should be added to your tool kit if room and budget allow. Warm up filters are another great tool for the photographer. It can take a scene that is more sterile and cold and bring depth and warmth to it to the point that the photograph comes to life rather than fades into the background. Color correction filters, although not a have to have item for outdoor shooting, can certainly add a little intrigue and mystery to a shot and can turn an otherwise ordinary scene into a memorable one quite easily.
There is also a company on the market called Lee Filters that offer a flat filter system similar to the Cokin System.
Lee is a rather upscale version of the Cokin system. Cokin are more of an entry level one size fits all system where Lee offers a much more expandable system. Instead of being limited to a pre determined number of filters like three with Cokin, Lee allows you to expand upon that and lets you grow as your needs grow.
There is a basic foundation kit which you can then add to until you have reached the capacity of your needs for the system. All it takes is to purchase a pack to add on and a screw driver to add the new slots for the filters. It is quite simple and very quick to do.
Another big difference between the two is that Cokin filters are 2.5 inches square where the Lee brand filters are either 4 inches square or even 4 by 6 inches depending on the filter. Lee brand filters are also a much higher optical quality than the Cokin filters so you can expect to spend a bit more money for the better photo image quality. You can use Lee filters with the Cokin Holder, but since Lee filters are 4 x 6 inches (which are big enough for wide angles), you’ll want to use the Cokin Z filter holder system.
Another issue with Cokin when compared to Lee is that filters such as the Neutral Density filter in the Cokin line is not completely neutral but rather offers a bit of a gray tint that can be disconcerting to some folks. The Lee ND filter however is totally neutral and will not add any color what so ever to the final photo. And of course this is exactly what you would expect from a professional graded system filter.
There are a few other filter brands of note, though these filter companies don’t make filter holders but only filters.
These are premium resin filters. They are arguably the best quality filters you can buy (at least on par with Lee filters) and feature a host of specialty filters such as the Reverse Grad Filter, the LB Color Combi, and the Vari-ND-Trio filters. You’ll pay dearly for these filters, however. A basic 4×6 2 stop grad filter will cost you nearly $200 dollars — double the cost of the Lee filter, and over 4 times the price of the Cokin version. If you want the absolute quality system, go with the Lee Filter System and Singh-Ray filters.
These filters don’t have the slight color cast the Cokin filters have and they are slightly bigger than the cokin P size (about 4×5). However, they are the best quality vs price ration of all the filter brands. If you are budget minded, we recommend you buy HiTech filters with the Cokin Z filter system.
You can swap different filter brands with different systems. You can use Lee filters with the Cokin filter systems and you can can use Cokin filters with Lee filter holders. You can use HiTech and Singh-Ray filters with either Lee or Cokin filter holders.
You should note that you’ll need to pick your filters and filter holder systems very carefully if you want to use wide angle lenses. Wide angle lenses are apt to vignette and capture part of the filter holder in the picture IF you don’t get the right system.This is even more true if you use full frame cameras (5D Mark 2, Dx3, etc), which will vignette at a higher lens mm than crop cameras.
You’ll need Cokin Z Pro, the wide angle adaptor ring, and 4×5/6 filters. Lee, Hitech, or 4×6 Singh-Ray filters will work. The Cokin X holder will also work, but that’s overkill.
You’ll need the Lee Foundation Kit Holder, wide angle adaptor ring, and 4×5/6 filters. Lee, Hitech, or 4×6 Singh-Ray filters will work. Note that adding the Lee Filter Hood to the mix WILL vignette on ultra wide lenses.
The folks at Cokin have taken a look at digital cameras and have come up with a way that even the most modest point and shoot style camera can benefit from the Cokin system of filters. The new system that they developed allows the user to mount the Cokin holder to the camera via the tripod mount on the bottom of the camera. Since most cameras, event he most moderately priced point and shoot camera typically have a tripod mount screw so there is no excuse for not taking advantage of all the special effects and creativity that the company offers.
The down side with a point and shoot is that you are not seeing the result through the lens as you would with an SLR style camera but you snap a shot and can redo it after rearranging the filter if you need to in order to get what you are after.
Another thing that is nice is that certain effects can not be recreated in software. Even the state of the art industry standard Photoshop can not duplicate the effect of a circular polarizing style filter. That means that if you want to take advantage of the effect that a polarizing filter such as this can give you, then it is necessary that you use a filter of some sort and that can only happen, at the moment, in a point and shoot camera by using the Cokin system that was specially designed for this purpose.
What is the best System for Me?
That certainly is a question that a lot of folks have been asking and rightfully so. I mean the last thing that you want to do would be to invest hundreds of dollars of your hard earned money into a set of circular filters or a filter system and find out that you made the wrong choice at the end of the day.
While the round screw on filters are certainly a popular type of filtering process and most likely the one that most of the world is using, it may or may not be best for you. Remember that you need to keep the size of your lenses in mind when purchasing and but the filter large enough for your largest lens and then use step down filters for the others in your collection of lenses. This will allow you to use only one filter of any given type for every lens that you own. Of course if you but another lens with an odd filter size then you need more step down rings.
The Cokin system allows the average photographer to be able to interchange filters on different lenses by purchasing an adaptor ring to fit the filter. You have access to a lot of rather good effects filters as a fairly inexpensive price. The biggest down side is going to be that they are fairly bulky for carrying around.
The Lee filters are the best optical quality that you can get in the flat filter system and will rival the glass circular filters in that area. These filters are designed for the professional and the cost and size reflect that. You also need a lot more room to carry these since they are even larger than the Cokin filters. Another option are the Singh-Ray filters, which are the same quality as Lee, but twice the price.
For price minded folks, look at crossing the Cokin P Holder (if no wide angle lenses to be used) or Cokin Z (if wide angle lenses) Holder with Hitech filters.
The answer is that the best system for you is likely to be either the standard filter s or the Cokin system simply from the stand point of the convenience and the cost factor. There is not a bad answer for the best for anyone here because they all offer a wide variety of effects and corrections.
It may well come down to the amount of room that you have in your camera bag or case and how much of that room you want to take away from your cameras and dedicate to the addition of the filters that you are going to use when taking the pictures.
Landscape photography requires a sharp and keen eye. The best landscape photographs are the ones that bring out the spirit of the place and there are different types of techniques used to pull this off. Ideally, this includes using lenses at wide angles and ensuring that the settings are set appropriately. One of the most important elements that you need to be considered during landscape photography however is exposure. The first step towards delivering the best landscape photographs therefore begins by learning more about exposure.
Exposure refers to the amount of light falling on your digital camera’s sensor image. When you purchase a camera, this is often set on automatic by default. For most photographers, this setting delivers beautiful pictures. However, there are certain conditions when the lightening tends to be challenging and this is especially true during landscape photography. In this case the optimal setting will not deliver optimal photographs.
Unlike the human eye, the image sensor does not have the ability to record the contrast varying range of contrast which includes black and white yet this type of photography is known to bring out huge contrast. Since the sensor cannot deal with this contrast, the camera records only the information it is capable of recording. Therefore, it will average the light levels and as such, ensure that the images are exposed accordingly.
The overarching concept is what makes the entire process tricky and manufacturers of cameras have tried to develop creative metering systems for the purpose of solving this problem. If you look at your camera, you will note that you have some options such as spot metering, weighted average or center weighting. Though these options are available, they do little to deliver the desired results. Most photographers are lulled by the false belief that the camera understands what is being carried out and yet, this could not be further from the truth. In essence, it is only most of the time that the camera gets things rights and the remaining part is solely on the photographer. For instance, there are instances when you might capture landscape that is filled with snow and when you download it, the snow assumes a gray shade. This is because exposure was not given much thought.
This means that you need to understand the basics of how exposure works and how you can control it to your benefit. This means understanding how your camera’s meter reads different scenes and why you should not trust the auto exposure feature that comes with it. Basically, there are two important aspects that you need to understand and these include shutter speed and aperture.
Shutter speed: This refers to the duration the camera’s shutter remains open. A 1/60 speed will allow the same amount of light as a speed of 1/25.
Aperture: This refers to the opening of the lens and it is often gets measured in f stops. For instance, settings that have a lens opening of f/8 means that they are twice that of f/11 and consequently, twice the light used in the first instance is needed. One of the most confusing things about apertures is that if the f-stop is higher this means that the aperture is also smaller.
Going back to the snow example, it is important to understand what happened. The light meter of the camera gives a reading that results to proper exposure of a scene that is in mid tone lighting conditions. Therefore, this means that the camera’s meter is able to take multiple readings of the preferred photography scene. Consequently, it reads the extremely dark areas, the bright or light ones as well as the mid-tone or neutral ones. Some examples of mid tone objects include gray rocks, non-reflecting foliage and brown bark trees among others.
Such mid tone objects are also exposed in the light meter. However, since the landscape in this case has plenty of white the meter treats it as mid tone and as such, you get gray snow in your picture. In order to ensure that the right exposure is attained in your photographs, it is therefore advisable to consider the following.
Focus on the scene you want to capture.
Without shifting this focus, pan the meter to mid tone and look at the camera’s meter reading.
Shift the camera to the initial position but this time, use manual exposure dials rather than the automatic. This is for the purpose of setting the reading in the mid tone area.
When you do this, the most likely outcome is the assumption of your camera that you are overexposing the scenery. However, this should not worry you because it will deliver perfect outcomes. Basically, there are two types of exposure and these include overexposure and underexposure. As a landscape photographer, it is important to understand these two aspects in order to ensure you are better placed to control your camera’s exposure.
Overexposure: In this case, the photographer exposes the photograph to a higher degree of light than what the camera can hold. This means that you are not following through with what the camera is telling you and more often than not, this ends up being a major mistake. When overexposure is used in the light meter, the photograph ends up being too bright.
Underexposure: In this case, you expose little light than what the light meter is suggesting and the end result of this is darker images.
In order to avoid these two types of exposure, the best thing is to follow through with what the light meter is indicating. For the simple purpose of ensuring that you capture the best photographs using appropriate exposure, it is important to study the landscape you intent to capture. At any given time, when you do this you end up with three major situations and these include the following.
Extremely bright objects: There are items which tend to be overly bright and this tends to throw the light meter off. This is because the meter turns all objects into 18 percent medium gray, which is the set standard for most cameras. Thus, if the image you want to capture is white, you will be forced to overexpose the image in order to ensure that the light meter is balanced. A good example where this might be employed is when capturing landscape that has snow. On the other hand, reflective or shiny surfaces tend to result in underexposed photographs. The sun reflects water in a pool and metallic objects that are directly hit by sunlight. The camera will read the light meter appropriately but still render it at 18% gray and you need to adjust the meter in order to capture great photographs.
Dark objects: Dark objects have the tendency of overexposing for the purpose of changing black or close to black objects into gray. A good example in this case of outlines of mountains, monuments, trees and cliffs. These items should be left as pure black for the purpose of getting the details of the landscape.
Changing levels of light: The importance of monitoring the light level when capturing landscape photographs is one that cannot be overly stressed. This is especially true when capturing the images during sunrise, active weather and sunset. Sunrise offers the best time to capture landscape photographs yet at this time, it is considerably different to control light exposure level. This means that you need a camera that has the capabilities of controlling these levels through the use of filters and shutters in order to deliver perfect photographs.
If you can live by the belief that photographs are not taken but made, you have a better chance of capturing the most enthralling images ever. To help you achieve this end, you should consider the following important tips.
Settle for high vantage locations that provide a commanding view of the scenery. If your camera gives you better control over exposure settings (for example SLR) you should use a small aperture. Ideally, this should be f/11 or f/16. This is perfect as it makes it easy to keep things in focus.
There are times considered ideal for capturing great pictures and you should rely on the same. For instance, early mornings and late evenings are seen as the best times for capturing the best landscapes. This is because during these times, the angle of the Sun makes it easier to pick out the shadows as well as reveal different types of textures.
As a photographer, you should not assume that you can capture the best images by the roadside. What you need to do is go for long treks and look around to find the most captivating locations.
Use wide angle lenses since they make it easy for you to use more frames and this opens a wide perspective for you. What is more, with a zoom lens that is wide, you also get more latitude when framing the scene and this makes it easy to crop features and capture the best attributes of the landscape.
Create depth into your pictures by placing something in the foreground of the shot. While at it, you should also use an aperture that is smaller in order to keep things in focus.
Another valuable yet simple tip is to anchor the camera to your tripod. This is important simply because it slows down the pace while shooting and thus, ensures that you end up with great pictures. It is advisable to get a model that is light in order to ensure you don’t have any issues when walking long distances.
The scenes you choose should be easy to crop at the bottom and top in order to end up with letter-box panoramic photos. These are dramatic and often seen as the best landscape photographs.
For the purpose of darkening the sky, it is advisable to use polarizing filters. This has the ability of saturating the colors. This is a must have for all landscape photographers.
Graduated gray or density neutral filters can also be used for darkening the sky and thus reducing the contrast between the sky and the landscape.
If the skies are cloudy and bright, you should use polarizing filters because graduated filters will not deliver the desired results. One of the major reasons photographers end up with skies that are burned out is because the digital sensors do not have the necessary features to record the differences between the brighter and darker foregrounds.
Color correction filters should also be used for the purpose of changing the amount of light in the landscape. These have the ability of either cooling or warming down the colors. In instances such as these, it is recommended that you use graduated sepia filters.
For the purpose of adding an ethereal quality to the photographs, it is ideal to use a soft focus filter. It has the ability of blurring bright areas into shadows and this gives the capture image a glow.
In order to obtain fast shutter speed that has field depth, it is ideal to use hyperfocal distance. With hyperfocal focus, you will be able to capture sharp images even from images that are far off. What is more, this is more reliable than compared to setting the camera to infinity.
When using a digital camera that has the capability of shooting raw images, you should use it rather than opting for JPGs. This is because the RAWs are known to occupy a large space of the memory card and while this is the case, it does not carry out any processing on the images as is the case with JPGs. Additionally, this also gives you the opportunity to enjoy higher manipulation through manipulation packages such as PhotoShop, Paint Shop Pro and Adobe PhotoShop among others.
Aspire to be original. This simply means developing your own landscape photography style rather than copying the styles and ideas of others.
Always tell a story. In this case, you have to slow down and think about what you are doing. This is important as it gives you time to come up with a theme and work with your imagination to deliver landscape photographs that call out to those looking at them. Ask questions such as that features or attributes make the scene stand out. As you develop a sense of direction, your chances of capturing the best landscape photographs are heightened.
If you want to deliver stunning landscape photographs, you should capitalize on using wide angles to your benefit. While this is the case, there are a couple of things you need to consider in order to ensure you get the best shots. Some of these are as highlighted below.
If you focus on infinity, there is no guarantee whatsoever that your photos will turn out great and sharp. While it is true that wide angled lenses have greater depth compared to telephoto lenses, when using the frame, it is imperative to use the right point. This is the only way to ensure that you get the most out of the lenses and to achieve this, you need to use the cameras hyperfocal point.
You must understand the challenges associated with the use of wide angle lenses if you are to get the most out of it. By understanding these challenges, you will be better placed to capture great photographs. In this regard, some of the challenges you will face include the following.
Stacking several filters: The use of filters is very important when using wide angles to capture your landscape photographs. If you stack several filters into the wide angle lens you run the risk of having visible filters at the photographs edge. This means that if you must use any polarizing filter, it should be ultra thin in order to attain the desired results.
Frame corners: You also need to be on the lookout for distortion of the frame corners in order to ensure that it does not interfere with the quality and sharpness of the photograph. For instance, when a camera is parallel to vertical lines, it is highly likely that these lines will appear inwards in the photograph. This though is dependant on the type of camera being used as there are instances when barrel distortion becomes the major issue.
Accessories: When using wide angles, it is important to understand some of the accessories you might be able to use as well as those that must be avoided at all costs. One of the most reliable accessories is the lens hood though in some instances, you can also use your hands for the purpose of shielding your lens.
Features of a good lens: You should also understand some of the features you need to be on the lookout for when shopping for an excellent lens. There are two things that clearly stand out when picking an excellent lens and these include barrel distortion and lens resolution. Before buying the lens, make sure that you read reviews in order to better understand what other photographers have to say about the lens you are interested in. Rather than settling for the lens you come across, it is advisable to test it. Zoom and construct exposure at all focal and aperture lights. Once done with this, transfer the images into your computer and critically analyze the details in order to determine whether it is in your best interest or not. You need to be on the lookout for sharpness which occurs at the corner and center of the photograph’s frame. Once all these factors are critically analyzed, it is considerably easy to make an informed decision about the type of wide lens to invest in.
When photographing landscapes, it is inevitable that you will come across lines and this is because they can be found almost anywhere in nature. Consequently, the slightest ignorance about the manner in which they cross your images can add a different dimension to your photographs that you were not interested in. Keep in mind that lines are what guide the viewer through the image and they also evoke motion. Some of the popular lines you will come across while shooting your landscape photographs include horizon, roads and tree lines among others. The following are just some of the basic things you need to keep in mind when dealing with lines.
Creating harmony with horizontal lines: When looking at landscape photographs, viewers will unknowingly search for horizontal lines for the purpose of orienting themselves with the photograph. These fall across the image and they can lead the viewer through the entire length of the photograph. You have to create harmony when shooting these photographs in order to ensure that these lines are clearly defined and easy for the viewer to identify them. They will give your photographs a familiar and peaceful feel.
Slanted lines: You must also learn how to use slanted lines to your benefit and these refer to slopping or diagonal lines that convey downhill or uphill movements. These lines are also an indication of action and if the line is slanting too sharply, it can be a source of discomfort to the mind. These lines influence the thoughts of the viewer as well.
Ideally, there are other types of lines you need to be on the lookout for such as angular jagged lines, motion vertical lines and hidden lines. Keep in mind that your ability to capture excellent lines is also dependant on the level of exposure being used and consequently, you need to be extra carefully in order to ensure that you deliver the perfect pictures. There are several photographic test skills that have the ability of improving your ability to capture high quality landscape photographs and by capitalizing on these, you stand a better chance of becoming the best in the industry.
Another new year is here and every photographer is keen to improve on their current camera collection. You could also be looking for your first camera, probably because your wedding or graduation ceremony is fast approaching. Whatever your reason, purchasing a digital camera is always a worthy investment. However, this will only be the case if you get a digital camera that directly fits into your needs. Many people have purchased cameras only to end up tucking them deep in their wardrobes. Now you don’t want to spend $ 300 or more on a gadget you won’t use frequently. This is exactly what this digital camera buyers’ guide will help to prevent.
The joy that comes with purchasing a new digital camera doesn’t compare to most things. The reality though is that this could be one of the most demanding shopping sprees you have ever set out for. There are very many things you need to bear in mind before you dare open that purse. Without a doubt, you are looking for a camera that not only meets your current needs but also offers sustainability as and probably some aesthetic appeal. It is impossible to conclusively list all the considerations a photographer has to make before purchasing a camera. In many cases, shoppers have opted for the one that caught their eye first, or one that fits into their budget. But is this the right thing to do?
Every other type of camera can find a position within the many classifications accommodated in these two classes. It is only after you understand what these camera types are about that you will know which one best suits you.
ü Quality imaging: Digital SLR cameras are manufactured with refined image quality in mind. They have the ability to produce top quality images even under low natural light. This means you can take your photos indoors without requiring the flash.
ü Optical viewfinder: these cameras are renowned for their big and bright optical viewfinders that enhances picture quality.
ü Reliability: When it comes to reliability, SLR cameras come with robust bodies that almost never fail.
ü Specialty lenses: With these cameras, you have the freedom to attach special lenses. These include wide angle lenses for the interiors, architecture and scenery or the long telephoto lenses that suit sports photography.
Now that you have an idea what dSLR cameras are all about, this digital cameras buyers guide will go the extra mile to break everything down for you. There are quite a number of sub-categories, each targeting a specific class of photographers. In each category, one or two leading models will be recommended so that your shopping experience can be much easier.
The fact that you are working on a tight budget does not mean that you will be locked out of the advanced features that have made dSLR’s extremely popular. With just a little more effort, you will discover that the market always has something for you, especially this time round. Currently, the Nikon D5100 is one of the best dSLR cameras you can get at an affordable price. This camera strikes some harmony between the beginner-friendly features of the Nikon D3100 and the rather complicated D7000. All the same, the D5100 is a camera that even the entry-level photographer will enjoy using.
Like any other digital SLR camera, the Nikon D5100 is in its own level when it comes to image quality. With a maximum resolution of 4,928 x 3,264 and 16.2 effective megapixels, coupled with 4 frames per second continuous shooting you can be sure that no detail will be left out. The other good option in this category happens to be the 12.2 megapixel Canon EOS 1100D. Other admirable features such as 3fps continuous shooting and a 22.2x CMOS sensor all come wrapped in a package whose weight and design ensure you won’t think twice about carrying it around.
If you are willing to spend slightly more on the digital SLR cameras, you can be sure to get a camera that will turn heads wherever you pass. These come with more robust features and increased functionalities than their budget counterparts. Nikon and Canon models have always had their way when shopping for a dSLR. However, it would be very unfair to ignore the sublime features of the engineering masterpiece that is the Sony A55. With a 16 megapixel sensor, high resolution and competitive noise characteristics, the A55 easily dines with the greats in its category. It is worth mentioning that this model, like most others, comes with an articulating screen that will redefine your photography experience.
For the lovers of Canon models, there is no cause for worry as the canon T3i is a mid-range dSLR in a class of its own. This camera improves on the near perfect features of its predecessor, the T2i. Known outside the US as the 600D, the T3i comes with an 18 megapixel CMOS sensor, a three-inch tweak-and-swivel LCD screen, nine point autofocus and 3.7 frames per second continuous shooting. For these features and many more, you will have to dig deeper into your pockets and fish out almost seven hundred dollar bills.
So what does one buy when they are practicing photography at the highest level? This is exactly where the high-end digital SLR cameras come in. Any digital camera buyers guide will concede that this category forms the cream of the digicam world, with its extravagant features, inexhaustible functionalities and, inevitably, high prices. Calling any model a class leader in this category has never been easy. However, the Canon EOS 7D easily stands out from the rest of the crowd. This camera takes the new EOS system to the next level with its upgraded autofocus system. For pin-point precision, it ships with a totally new autofocus sensor.
If you thought that is all, think again. The 7D’s elegant design is flattered by two screens; the conventional 3-inch LCD to the rear and a minute status panel on its top side. The other high-end dSLR’s worth checking out are the Sony A900 and the Nikon D700. The latter wraps the supreme features of the Nikon D3 and D300, only this time in a lighter and smaller package that is convenient to carry around. As for the Sony A900, its unbelievable screen resolution and virgin image quality are worth writing home about. What you need to remember is that all these features can never cost you peanuts. Do not be surprised when you are asked to fork out more than a thousand dollars.
What photography level are you at?
Entry-Level dSLR cameras: How embarrassing can it be when your mates pose for a photo and you just don’t know how to take the snap? As a first timer or just a casual dSLR user, it can be very frustrating to go for the more complicated models. This is why there are lots of entry-level dSLR’s out there to help induct you slowly into the system. Among the latest models, the Nikon D3100 easily trounces the competition in this category. Its admirably fast live view autofocus and other additional features such as 1080p HD video recording make it a perfect choice for any beginner on dSLR. The gadget comes with well defined menus that will help you find your way around. Even without a bulk of technical knowledge regarding photography, you will be able to manipulate its shooting settings.
Enthusiast dSLR cameras: If you have been in professional photography for many years now, it is perhaps time to get the best gadget the industry has to offer. The many choices that this year puts on the table are going to leave you spoilt for choice. In this category, the Nikon D700 and the Pentax K-5 are almost impossible to separate. Whereas the former has a relatively finer autofocus, the latter compensates for that with a commendable control layout. Perhaps the best news is that the D700 comes with a trademark Easy ISO to map ISO on the control wheel. The good news is that this is going to cost you a generous $ 200 less than the Pentax K-5. This difference can be explained by the in-body stabilization of the K-5, which saves more money as time goes by.
Full-Frame dSLR cameras: A full-frame digital SLR camera is one that has an image sensor of a similar size as the 35mm film frame. One of the advantages they offer over the smaller-sensor cameras is that their wide-angle lenses always retain the wide angle of view. One of the best full-frame cameras you can buy right now has to be the Canon 5D Mark II. Despite being in the market for two years now, not even the latest models measure up to its features. With a generous 21.1 megapixel lens, you can only imagine how your photographing experiences will change.
Crop sensor dSLR cameras: Crop sensor cameras generally image a smaller area that is more central to the lens compared to the full-frame models. The reasoning behind these models is that lenses will always have weaknesses away from their central regions. Crop sensors are better suited for telephoto purposes as they yield a better focus. The Canon EOS 7D is a sure class leader in this category. The 18 megapixel CMOS sensor is just one of the many extravagant features that help this camera take professional photography to the next level. The tonal range and clarity can hardly get any better than on this model.
By now, you already can’t resist the temptation to rush for that dSLR camera. This is very much understandable, considering the sublime features that most of these cameras have. But are you ready to cope with some of the shortcomings of these models? The reality is that there are very few shortcomings of dSLR cameras. However, it is still very important that you familiarize yourself with them. To begin with, digital SLR cameras are renowned for their huge size. This really compromises portability and makes them very cumbersome to carry around. It is almost impossible to discreetly carry a dSLR camera.
Furthermore, very few dSLR’s if any offer LCD for composition. For many of them, the angles can get irritatingly wide, especially when you desire pin-point focus. In addition, these cameras hardly ever come with dust and dirt resistant properties. If you are buying the camera for its movie mode, the lower end models are never going to help you. It is worth noting that not all these shortcomings apply in every situation. For instance, a journalist or nature photographer isn’t expected to mind the size of their camera. It is only you the buyer who understands which disadvantage will affect you significantly.
Autofocus or focus free lenses are used for focusing.
Automatic systems are used to set the exposure options.
Many come with built-in flash units for use in low-light scenes.
As the name suggests, the purpose of a compact system is to reduce the size of a digital camera to as little as possible, something that has well been achieved.
There are many advantages that come with compact cameras. Most importantly, these cameras redefine portability for most photographers. It is easy to carry one around without fears that you may exceed your luggage limits at the airport. Furthermore, these models are definitely way more affordable than their professional dSLR counterparts. However, the best news is that there is very little compromise on image quality, with many of them matching up to entry-level dSLR’s. Compact cameras can also be classified into many categories depending on the advancement, cost and additional features. This digital camera buyer’s guide will walk you through some of the types and help you find the exact camera you are looking for.
It is not only professional photographers who need to take photos. In many cases, you can’t even find one the very moment you need them. This is exactly why budget compact cameras are being manufactured each day. For just about $ 150, you can get a digital camera that will capture the moments you cherish most. Due to the low manufacturing cost, you can expect lots of competition in this category. However, the Canon IXUS 230 HS is easily the best deal one can find. Its 8x optical zoom and 12.1 megapixel sensor that boasts back-illumination only makes a mockery of its $ 200 price tag. This gadget has been lauded the teenagers’ choice due to its impeccable aesthetics that will surely make you stand out.
Theirs is more to this camera than just its looks. With a tech-packed interior, you are guaranteed more functionalities than you will ever require. The good news is that the camera doesn’t demand technical understanding to operate, thanks to its user-friendly interface. If you can’t find this camera, the Fujifilm FinePix Z900 EXR is a great substitute. Despite demanding $ 120 more, this is a camera that can stand its ground against the majority of the entry-level digital SLR models. Its robust design means that you get to enjoy the countless features for many years, making it more affordable than it sounds in the long run.
After several years with your budget compact camera, it is high time you upgraded to a more complete photographing experience. Mid-range compact cameras can also be great buys for professional photographers who need more portable gadgets for some temporary assignments. Currently, not many of the models in this category can match up to the Sony DSC-HX9V. This class leading travel-zoom camera comes with a back-illuminated 16.2 megapixel CMOS sensor and a 16x zoom lens that polish image quality. You can also record high quality videos with its 1080p high definition video mode.
To add to its list of extravagant features, the HX9V features intelligent Sweep panoramas on a 42.9 megapixel super high resolution mode. A three-inch LCD screen and burst shooting at 10 frames per second complete what should be a near perfect model. The other latest release that comes close is none other than the Canon Powershot S95. After many complaints about the lack of HD video mode on the Canon S90, this leading digicam manufacturer was quick to make amends on the S95. The best news is perhaps the fact that you get to pay less for this model than its predecessor.
If you thought the small size of compact cameras limits them in any way, high-end compact cameras will make you think again. The reality is than some of the higher-end compact cameras come packed with features that some mid-range dSLR camera users can only dream of. If you need the perfect way to capture some of the moments in your life that are simply unforgettable, there isn’t a better way to do it. These compact cameras offer a taste of professional photography, at a comparatively more affordable price and notably greater portability. The prices might be a bit steep, but you can hardly put a price to the photographing experience they provide.
There are quite a number of sleek high-end compact cameras in the stores today. That notwithstanding, you can never get it wrong with the Fujifilm FinePix X100. This state of the art gadget is packaged in a retro design that earns it an enviable blend of old and new. If you are looking for a balance between the cutting edge features of modern day gadgets and a traditional control system, your search ends with the X100. It boasts a fixed focal length 23mm lens, a new Hybrid viewfinder and a 12.3 megapixel sensor. For these features and many more, you have to be ready to pay slightly more than a thousand dollars. The good news is that you will get value for every dollar you pay.
The zoom has always been a major consideration when scouting for a camera. It helps you switch from wide to pin-point view, making your gadget more versatile. It is very important to consider the zoom, especially when purchasing compact cameras. Despite their small size, you will still be able to capture wider fields of view. You can also focus on an object or subject that is quite some distance away. There are several compact zoom cameras that will guarantee you value for money. However, the Canon SX230 HS easily stands out as the leader in this category. Most conspicuously, this gadget comes with a 12.1 megapixel sensor that equals that of high end ELPH models.
Several compact zoom cameras guarantee better image quality, more diverse features and even longer zooms. However, every single one of them has a flaw that stands out. The Canon SX230 HS therefore tops the class especially because it gets everything right. For professional still photographers, the Fujifilm F550 EXR has the best still-image quality as well as manual control. On the other hand, the Nikon S9100 offers an unmatched 18x zoom and refined low-light imaging. Despite the stiff competition from these other models, the Canon SX230 is sure to appeal to the highest number of photographers. Note that you don’t just have to go for the longest zoom while ignoring other important features.
Mirrorless cameras are slowly being accepted as a superb alternative to the conventional entry-level and mid-range digital SLR cameras. This class of digital cameras features an interchangeable lens mount. However, unlike dSLR cameras with similar lens mounts, they do not feature a mirror based viewfinder. The purpose of these cameras is to provide an image quality similar to digital SLR cameras, albeit with a small body. This makes them a perfect buy for a traveler desiring top quality images, especially because they are extremely portable. There aren’t many of them in the market, with just about ten models available in 2011.
Of the few models in the market, the Sony NEX series has always dominated the market. However, the Olympus PEN E-PL2 currently doesn’t have a match. Despite stiff competition from the Panasonic GF2, the PEN steals the plaudits especially because it can handle dynamic range better. The PEN also boasts in-body stabilization that will reduce your lens expenses in the long run. Despite this, it still manages to sell at a lower price. The GF2 makes for a perfect street companion with its more compact design and solid build quality. If you are keen on getting a Micro Four Thirds (MFT) camera, the Panasonic GH2 will never let you down. Its refined still shooting abilities make it a worthy runner up.
If portability and control are what you desire, creative compact cameras are your best bet. Despite not being much bigger than ordinary compact models, these cameras have way more user control. To begin with, their lenses are heavier and bigger, but this only gives them higher optical quality. The majority of these models give you the option to store images in RAW format. Such formats are easier to send to a friend, upload to the web or even print. Unfortunately, these cameras are not the easiest to use. You ought to be ready to sacrifice some of your time perusing through the manual so as to master each setting. This is the only way to ensure you enjoy more functionality than with an ordinary compact camera.
There are not so many creative compact models in the market today. This is because they have slowly become less popular among photographers. However, with lots of dedication from leading manufacturers such as Canon and Panasonic, it won’t take long before you get your dream camera. The small but perfectly designed Panasonic Lumix LX3 is without doubt a great choice here. With unmatched dSLR features like RAW capture, pocket-sized design and full exposure control, it is difficult to stare at a different direction. If you have a little more to spend, the Canon Powershot G11 also offers dSLR-like features and handling. It drops its predecessor’s pixel count from 14.7 mp to 10 mp so as to focus more on quality imaging even under low light.
Expertise: The camera you purchase depends on whether you are a beginner or professional/enthusiast photographer.
Image quality: Digital SLR cameras generally guarantee professional quality images.
Size: When portability is really critical, a small compact camera will do.
Body: Waterproof bodies will be a better choice for an outdoor camera.
Additional features: At times, additional features such as an articulating screen and photo editing make all the difference.
Cost: Needless to say, you can only purchase a camera that won’t stretch your budget too much.
Lastly, you also need to consider the accessories that complement the camera you purchase. The most common accessory is a memory card. You have to find out the maximum capacity a camera can support, and whether that meets your needs. With such a digital cameras buyers guide, getting the very camera you need shouldn’t take long.
Most writing about landscape lighting places much of the emphasis on the golden hours of sunset and sunrise. From reading the available wealth of information on this subject it might almost be tempting to think that it’s hardly worth bothering with photography during the middle of the day when the sun is at its highest. However, there are natural canopies and diffusers of light available during the brightest part of the day too, most notably in the form of cloud, leaf canopy, buildings and a host of other reflectors and refractors. But the golden hours cannot be overlooked because, without doubt, they are the best time to shoot landscapes so before moving on it’s worth paying some attention to its inherent advantages.
Dawn and sunrise are not the same thing. Dawn is the hour before sunrise when the sky starts to lighten, whereas sunrise itself is considered to be the moment that the very edge of the sun appears over the horizon. From dawn then, until an hour or so after the sun has risen presents the photographer with the best opportunity for delicate, atmospheric photography when things are lit with more grace and softness than the the full glare of the sun offers for the rest of the day. Of course if there were no atmosphere between ourselves and the sun, then our nearest star would appear bright white (and, fry us like eggs) but during these times of the day the light has its longest distance to travel and is broken up by molecules suspended in the atmosphere into the component parts of the visible spectrum. Only the colours of longer wavelengths (the ambers, orange and reds) can reach us, leaving many of the short wavelength colours absent or scattered.
During the golden hours shadows are much longer and the light is diffuse rather than direct because light from the sun is able to bounce off the dome of the sky, creating a more even cast. The light is also much warmer. There is no denying that these hours are the best time for landscape photography but let’s not write off the rest of the day (and night) just yet because it is not simply a case of what the light does to the landscape but the effect that the landscape itself has on light and how this can be used to your advantage.
Students of theatre lighting are taught that while top-light (or down-light) and front-light (or key-light) might illuminate, it is sidelight which gives the three dimensional nature to an actor or a stage set by providing depth and scale. Landscapes are no different; simply put, three dimensional spaces require an equilibrium of lighting to present them effectively. It is for the reasons of depth and scale that having good sidelight during these golden hours of the day produces superior images. While you might get great speed from the camera when something is lit harshly with only down-light and key-light, areas that are not lit are in such contrast to the areas that are that exposure often becomes a major issue.
Glaring light sources can, in some instances be advantageous; as I have said strong light means faster speeds, higher contrast. For studio and portrait photography, intelligently placed, direct, strong light gives definition and contour to subjects but a different sort of light is needed for landscapes. The multitude of colour, shape and texture in nature is vast, and high, direct light does very little to flatter or bring out these elements in the landscape. In fact, strong daylight will do more to flatten rather than flatter.
In other genres of photography the light can be carefully controlled to produce a desired effect but with landscapes we have no control over the source of light so any natural distortion or diffusion of light is a good thing. Light photons needs to flail around wildly to create interest in a scene and the best that a landscape photographer can hope for is to have the light from the sun reflected, refracted and diffused in a number of ways. The golden hours may only be a short period of time but we can take what it teaches us about lighting and use these lessons during the rest of the day and night.
Obviously there is no light you could find stronger than natural sunlight to illuminate the larger landscape but foreground, mid-ground, close-up and abstract elements of the landscape can be lit using unconventional, artificial means.
We can imagine the atmosphere working like a slowly rotating prism, changing the visible colours throughout the day. Why sunrise and sunset are important is because landscape photography is at its best when light is disturbed. This is also why mist, cloud and pollutants produce more interesting landscapes, because the beams of light are more pronounced but the overall quality of the light is from the softer end of the spectrum. Nonetheless, there are ways of colouring and altering the nature of light in an outdoor environment that are not immediately obvious when we think of landscape photography. Shakespeare said that all the world is a stage and as we know, most stages are more dramatic when beautifully backlit and filled with smoke and dry ice. Landscape lighting does not simply have to be a case of working with what nature provides, so in what way is it possible to manipulate and control light in an outdoor environment ?
So, the main advantage of the golden hours is that light is able to travel evenly in more directions, avoids high contrast, and provides a far better lighting ratio. Cloud, when it is covering the majority of the sky, acts as a fantastic diffusion medium, softening the light and taking out some of the directional ‘sting’ (which often leads to high contrast). As well as providing a softer illumination of the physical earth or the abstract objects upon it, the clouds themselves can lend a more atmospheric quality to the image. There are a large number of cloud types each bringing their own meaning and mythology to the photograph. Single cumulonimbus clouds can give a fairy-tale look whilst darker thunder and rain clouds can provide a dark brooding intensity. When backlit by strong sun the clouds possess their greatest depth and can form an important part of the landscape or entirely dominate it. In fact, even on a relatively cloudless day just waiting for that one moment when one single cloud will obscure the harsh directness of the sun can make all of the difference. Cloud offers the chance to experiment with black and white shots and if the light is still too bright you could always compensate with a dark ND filter. Alternatively try photographing the sky from a reflective surface like a still lake or puddle using a polarising filter.
Foggy days (in essence; low cloud) are also a good time to get out and shoot offering real break-up of light and helping define shafts of strong light.
Leaf canopies are excellent diffusers of light. In the strongest of daylight finding the thickest part of a forest or wood where light doesn’t penetrate provides an good canvas where beams and shafts of light can provide colour and interest. The leaves themselves have a transparency and act in much the same way as a filter might. Forests are particularly good after a rainfall because the residual water droplets and vapour disturb the direction and colour of light.
Cities and urban areas provide their own architectural canopies in the form buildings which provide shadow and neutrality and there is a far better light ratio in shadow because any available light has to reflect from from the various surfaces. Making the areas in shadow the goal of your composition whilst using the high key areas outside of the shadows as framing can work well. Areas of bright sky above the urban landscape can be polarised or filtered to create some equilibrium of exposure.
The city also offers the opportunity to get up high and take shots from above. The midday sun provides perfect lighting conditions for this.
If you start to seek out smaller sections of the landscape during the brightest parts of the day you will begin to discover so much to photograph where there is not the problem of high contrast. Look to photograph the larger sweeping vistas during the golden hours but search out more creative opportunities and abstracts during the day rather than bemoaning the the bright daylight. After all, a wave crashing against rocks is still a landscape and is an equally valid way to document the physical world as any wide open space would be.
Using flash is always an option with landscapes, particularly useful for foreground objects in the low light hours of morning and evening. Remember that there is no law against using flash for landscape photography or even placing a coloured filter over it to produce warmer or colder key-light. If you are using flash to fill foreground objects during a sunrise or sunset then the contrast of colour can be incredible. Rather than the general wash of colour that a filter on the camera or post production gives you, a filtered flash still leaves sidelight and back-light colour intact.
Reflectors can also have their uses bringing some natural light to objects that are only top-lit or backlit by the sun. Reflectors, traditionally used to fill areas in portrait and studio photography do not always have to be used for the foreground but can be placed any distance from the camera to reflect natural sunlight to highlight a particular object or area. The only proviso is that they are able to be hidden behind an object, concealing them from the camera. There’s no limit on the amount of them you could use. Portable disc reflectors can cost as little as $10 or less. In some situations you might even get away with using aluminium wrap, for example if you just require some simple side-lighting on a foreground object.
Expensive lighting systems are available but it’s worth looking a few basic options if you just want to experiment with outdoor lighting. When you are shooting at night or require some illumination in low key areas, then where possible and practicable your car headlights can provide great illumination. Of course this method can be used in a variety of ways but the true beauty is the relative inexpense. Car headlights generally use either xenon or halogen bulb technology. Xenon has the closest colour cast to natural daylight whereas halogen tends to give off a cast towards the green/blue end of the spectrum. Halogen to daylight conversion filters are available for video purposes but they can command quite a high price. However, of you were planning on backgrounding the shot with stars or moonlight then flooding the foreground with light akin to natural daylight may seem somewhat odd. For more natural and atmospheric images clever use of colour correction filters can yield much more interesting results with blue working particularly well at night.
The first to consider is a diffusion filter because car headlights usually have a fresnel type lens, meaning small circular patterns on the lens so that the light can be broken up. This causes some areas to be lit more heavily than others and large streaks of stronger light can be apparent. In the past I have used a Lee theatrical filter: 404 half-soft-frost because while it diffuses the light effectively it does not diminish the light power. For colour filters a good starting point for lighting dark areas during daylight would be something in the range of a 102 Light Amber.
Lighting scenery during moonlight usually looks best with a blue colour cast in the range of 117 Steel Blue. Of course if you have any portable lighting that can be used via a generator then fine but you can use any other lights you have via the car battery using a DC to AC power inverter. If you decide to light up the night then any of these filters would be useful. For holding the filters onto portable lighting, simple crocodile clips can be used although filter frames are available for most commercial light sources.
Rather than buy expensive photographic lighting heads, 2 or three sodium floods (usually used for garden security lighting) will only pull a couple of hundred watts in total. The advantage over headlights is that you can light from 3 or 4 directions and avoid heavy shadows. Obviously more top-end portable lighting will be dimmable but if the lights can’t be dimmed then a further filter investment is a sheet of Lee A209, A210 or A211 (Neutral Density Acrylic Panel) which will stop light down by one, two or three stops respectively without altering colour.
One thing to bear in mind if you are using sodium bulbs is to use a HT (High Temperature) filter. Order a swatch book from Lee or Roscoe to see the full range of diffusion, colour, ND and HT filters available.
Even if you are not using any artificial light source for your photography, having a sheet of diffuser with you is always worth it. It can be especially useful (when you have close-up foreground grass or flowers) by constructing a simple 3 sided frame with diffusion sheet tacked or stapled on. When you place this over the foregrounded area then the diffusion sheet will do two things, First it will soften strong sunlight and lose high contrast but, more than this, it can act as a great wind protector meaning that flowers or grass in the foreground will be unaffected by wind meaning that you can incorporate elements that you might usually leave out because it would mean shooting at higher speeds.
Not an everyday piece of kit but a mirror can be a useful occasional tool. Before looking at the uses of a mirror it’s worth pointing out that the mirror, in this instance, is one where the reflective surface has been coated to the glass rather than behind it or sandwiched. It must also be kept incredibly clean.
The idea is that you can look up towards the sky through a low foreground object such as fungus or flowers and get in lower than it would be possible for the camera to go. By placing the mirror on the ground at a sufficient angle you can photograph the mirror while in the foreground you are able to show some of the translucency of close-up objects, getting beneath and behind them.
A mirror can serve the further function of reflecting strong sunlight onto a very small object in the frame and can allow you to focus the shaft light on an area where you might wait forever for nature to do the job. It can be worth experimenting with any reflective surface you have available and even a metal bowl can be used to direct sunlight onto an area in the frame where you want to draw particular attention.
Smoke machines are portable, inexpensive and many can now be operated off-power. On a still day the smoke can have a one and a half hour hang time at 20 degrees although outdoors it’s more along the lines of one and half minutes. Most are also water based and will cause no harm to any environment or wildlife.
For a one-off shoot they can be hired cheaply and come in useful where sunlight is broken up by leaf canopy or over water. Of course you are not going to fill a full wide angle traditional landscape with smoke but for more isolated areas they are an easy way to change the nature of the light by creating some safe atmospheric disturbance. The colder the temperature, the more the fog will have a tendency to stay low and hang.
The fog is best dispersed using large, stiff sheet of cardboard and having somebody else do this is useful so you can stay with the camera to choose your moment but if you see a landscape you think could benefit from fog or mist then it is an option available to you and one worth exploring. Film makers have used this technique for years and created some iconic sequences and shots so along with gels and portable lighting try to think theatrically about staging the landscape for some remarkable images. If you plan to use this method then let the relevant authorities know your intentions (forest rangers, fire-service etc….) or you might cause a bit of panic !
It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that landscape photography is all about large, sweeping vistas, canyons, mountains and expanse. This is understandably the most common form because we are photographing the landscape with an entirely human perspective but identifying smaller worlds within that world and smaller landscapes within the landscape can be equally exciting and a great way to get up close and explore the finer details and textures.
When you were a child playing with action figures, low down in the undergrowth then your imagination was able to create enormous landscapes in just a metre square of earth. Often people or animals are able to give a sense of scale such as when we see one lone figure stood on top of a mountain ridge. Similarly smaller wildlife and insects can give a sense of scale to the macro landscapes we spend more time standing on than actually thinking about as a world or landscape in its own right.
It may not be your cup of tea, in which case fine but if you are the experimental type then getting down low and small can give you incredible control over the light conditions with luminaires as small as MAG lights, whilst still maintaining the sky or large distant objects to add even greater scale and depth.
In conclusion, everybody has a camera these days and photographs are produced every day, in their millions. The only thing that will separate your photography from the rest of the pack is by not simply accepting light conditions but getting active and creative and making your work stand out. Playing with light and understanding how it can be manipulated and used to best advantage is the best way to make your photography original, exciting and different.
Despite the huge amount of attention paid to shooting landscapes during the golden hours: before and after sunrise and sunset, these times should only be taken as suggestions. Nobody wants to take out their camera gear at eight in the morning and then not even bother so much as take a lens cap off until eight o’clock the same evening. A day has 24 hours and each of those hours has something very special to offer a creative landscape photographer.
Another problem with much of the writing about the correct time to shoot landscapes is a general failure to celebrate that there is, for much of the western hemisphere at least, 365 days split conveniently over 4 very different season with each season, day and hour offering something unique to the photographer. In this respect I can only really write from the perspective of somebody living in the temperate western hemisphere. The rules change for many Asian locations and and are radically different in the far reaches of the two poles so I hope I can be forgiven for some rather sweeping generalisations. For the most part though the seasons follow a quite distinct pattern in North America and most of Europe.
And let it not be forgotten that each day is punctuated by night, an atmospheric stretch of time where light is bounced gently from the surface of the moon creating yet further opportunities for dramatic landscape photography, and certainly a time that should not be overlooked.
If there is one particular season providing the least amount of good lighting for photography then summer would have to be that season. The summer months are when we ought to make the most of shooting during the golden hours. In summer, throughout the main part of the day the sun is at its highest and produces short shadows and high contrast, making landscapes appear flat and without depth. Much of the texture evident in the landscape is bleached by strong, unforgiving light which detracts from the sense of scale and rich colours are lost through over-lighting or, alternatively, lost in a complete absence of light. Summer in more southern regions, where the sun blazes from directly overhead, may provide ample light document the landscape or take a few holiday snapshots but it is not much good if you want to convey the feel or the very essence of a location.
More northerly regions of the western hemisphere have very changeable weather through the summer months and cloud can help to diffuse strong sunlight, providing a more even cast across the landscape. The high contrast can also facilitate the atmosphere and depth of shots taken in densely wooded areas. So with some imagination and creative thinking (and a good selection of filters….especially polarizing) even the peak of midday in the middle of high summer can provide fantastic photographic opportunities.
High, strong sunlight also has its uses for macro photography; for example, if you want to record the textures and shapes of flowers and leaves. The strong light means you can use faster shutter speeds and negate any movement caused by the wind. It’s a good idea to carry a polarising lens for macro shots and carry a small spray bottle of fresh water. This way you can simulate sparkling rainfall on and around plants. A mist of water can also create brief, localised rainbows as the light is refracted through the droplets of water. You may even get some interesting lens flare to add more depth and atmosphere to your macro shots.
Summer is also the build up to, arguably, the best time of the year for landscape photography: Autumn. At this time of year the sun sits at a slightly lower angle during the height of the day and there is a slight lengthening of shadows creating more interest and depth. The array of colour can be spectacular and leaves, as they die, produce colours ranging from deep ochre through to vibrant yellows. One small drawback is that very often it is necessary to shoot faster speeds because of the constant movement caused by increased wind, leaves falling, cloud movement etc. but the contrasting colours and textures more than make up for this. Incredibly still mornings and afternoons make for great atmospheric photography and it’s a good time to think about getting portfolio standard shots.
As with summer, if strong light in the middle of the day is an issue then consider carrying a polariser and some ND grad filters. Very often the camera, at higher speeds will be unable to represent the strong colour contrasts that you get viewing the scene by eye so it’s always worth looking at tweaking the shots in post production by pushing up saturation across the entire image or increasing the saturation more specifically across certain colour casts. If you cannot get the photo to be representative of how you envisioned the shot then autumn scenes can look great in black and white. The difference in leaf colours makes black and white much more effective than when trees are all varying hues of the same green during summer.It’s also a good opportunity to really experiment with software, perhaps grey-scaling everything whilst leaving single leaves or trees with their colour intact.
Winter can often be a time when cameras are as likely to go into hibernation as bears and hedgehogs. The wet weather can put you off from exposing expensive glass to the likelihood of moisture damage, high winds can make even the sturdiest tripod shake about uncontrollably and the need to wear gloves in intense cold makes operating a DSLR about as easy as rolling a cigarette in boxing gloves. The drawbacks and the excuses you can give yourself to simply stay indoors for a few months are endless but nothing worthwhile was ever created without at least some modicum of hardship and lighting during the middle of the day is about as good as it will get for the entire year.
Cold weather produces very little atmospheric disturbance and so the air remains clean and shadows fall at their longest length, completely changing how the landscape looks.
Freezing weather creates stillness on ponds and lakes, even waterfalls can be suspended in time and this creates a much lower reflectivity and so longer exposures are often possible.
The greatest opportunity that the winter months provide, however, is in photographing at night. Winter is the best time of year for astronomers because of the decresed amount of moisture and atmospheric disturbance when the temperature dips below zero so photographing stars produces much more successful results. If there is snow on the ground then using artificial light becomes much more viable as there is much greater surface reflectivity and even a small amount of light can illuminate a great deal more at night.
There are some technical considerations to bear in mind if the weather is particularly cold. Whereas with rain or sun, simple shades or covers will protect your equipment, extreme cold is a different matter. It may be worth looking at the user manual to check minimum and maximum operating temperatures. Memory cards can begin to fail at around -10 and batteries will also fail at extremely low temperatures. Batteries are best kept close to your body until you need to use them. If you think you’ll be waiting around then consider keeping the camera out of the cold for as long as you can manage. If your tripod is made from aluminium then be very careful touching the surface with your hands uncovered as the smallest amount of moisture can freeze your fingers to the tripod and “burn” off the skin. Gloves are available specifically for photography in cold weather but there are mixed reports regarding their effectiveness. Many people prefer to simply cut the the thumb and forefinger of some cheap woolen gloves so that the tips can be hinged back when you need to operate the camera.
Light is incredibly low and direct in the winter so a polarising filter is advisable so that you can cut down on reflection and skies don’t get whited-out too much. As with any other time of year, use a UV filter.
The golden hours are especially good in winter. Cloudy mornings produce incredible sunrises but alternatively clear mornings will give you the possibility of mist and evaporating moisture over water.
Following winter the world begins to come back to life, starting around late february through March and beyond. The sun will begin to rise higher in the sky pushing photography further towards the golden hours but wheras winter is the perfect time for getting up early, spring is the perfect time for staying out late. From mid-afternoon, the sun drops and weakens sufficiently and for a decent period of time to capture some truly dramatic images. The fresh flashes of colour; daffodils, snowdrops, bluebells etc create low, foreground interest and you can often be blessed with the remnants of winter meaning that these fresh colours can sometimes be sprinkled with snow and frost. Clouds are more broken than in winter and move quite quickly in the strong winds and this means that the landscape and the light is changing all of the time so it serves to be prepared to wait for just the right moment to take the shot. The effects of sunsets begin a little earlier in spring so rather than getting out an hour before sunset it is worth thinking more along the lines of three or even four hours before sunset. The weather conditions are often fresh and comfortable with low pollen and none of the freezing cold or sapping heat of the seasons either side fo sprong.
So, no matter what time of day there are always opportunities for taking great landscape photographs and each of the 4 seasons will provide a unique opportunity for something different, each with its own strengths and weaknesses.
When the sun has finally gone down the urban landscape comes into its own for graet lighting conditions. Streetlights come on, neon signs, car headlights, windows, architectural lighting, moonlight, cats eyes and many other forms of artificial light provide a great opportunity to get out and photograph cityscapes and the urban environment.
The great joy of night-time city photography is that the lighting conditions tend not to vary too much from night to night. You can spend a good few weeks scoping out areas that you think will make interesting compositions and when you return the whole scene is unlikely to have changed too much, if at all. Obviously it’s not really wise to hand around certain city areas at night with bags full of expensive photo geat but you can get a sense of the shot you would like to take using a simple point and shoot or even the camera on your phone. During the planning stages you can get a good idea of any movement you may encounter and decide if the image would be better suited to colour or black and white. For cities lit at night it’s a good idea to carry neutrel density and coloured graduated filters. These will help to keep light levels under control and enable you to use slower shutter speeds. To keep the images pin-sharp use a tripod, cable release and mirror lock-up.
It’s a good time also to get to grips with white balance which is especially important of you are faced with multiple light sources. Don’t try to photograph something out on the location you believe to be white because the likelihood is, that it isn’t. Carrying an 18 per cent grey card is preferable or at the verty least use a sheet of paper. There is the option of adjusting the colour temperature using the camera’s Kelvin scale settings but knowing how to use the white balance properly will produce better and more consistent results.
Cities also offer the chance to get up to elevated positions and shoot down onto the landscape below. This means taking the sky out of the equation and eliminates the only chaotic element of city photography.
Often photographers are drawn to the countryside or the beach at dawn to make the most of the sunrise and its effects but there are wonderful opportunities to photograph the urban environment at this time of day, lit in golden amber, stark and unpopulated with long shadows. These scenes can be nothing short of spectacular and certainly shouldn’t be overlooked. Here, your photography can allow people into a world that very few get to experience with the exception of the odd drunk or bin man. Urban photography can be remarkably frustrating throughout the day and night if you are waiting for a chance to capture some architectural detail without people in the frame.From around 3am as the until 5am the city goes to sleep as the stragglers from the night before fade away and the morning commute has not yet started. The sky begins to lighten before the sunrise and without people and vehicles around you will get the chance to capture the city using longer exposures and with near perfect light conditions.
Of course not everyone will live close to a large city but more suburban areas offer the same opportunities. Landscapes are not just about capturing where we live but can also say something interesting or profound about how we live. Suburban photography says something about the condition of our lives and the early hours of the morning are a great time to look at streets, houses, gardens and roads in their raw unpopulated state and with great lighting as an added bonus.
The golden hours are a great time to take photographs and the countryside and the coast are ideal places to take them but creativity can only truly flourish when we begin to dismiss the idea of a perfect time or perfect place to take photographs. Any new skill you develop or experience you can have with a camera can only be a good thing and learning how to cope with a variety of lighting, framing and environmental conditions will all be experience that will feed into making you a better photographer. If strong light isn’t working for you on the grand scene then go small and concentrate on the detail. In the middle of the hottest day of the year, when the sun is at its strongest, somewhere or something WILL be in its very best light; perhaps not where you are but certainly somewhere. The more you can seek out these places, look at how the light can work in your favour and try things out then there will be very few times when you can think of nowhere to go and get a great image.
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Type of Terrain: Fine Golden Sand.
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A U.S. equity fund offering broad exposure to the U.S. market through a diversified portfolio of large, mid and small sized companies.
Phil D’Iorio is a Portfolio Manager in U.S. equities and is the Lead Manager of the NCM US Dividend Plus Class.
Phil is a CFA charterholder and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Western University and an MBA from the University of Toronto. Previously he worked as a Portfolio Manager at two large national investment firms managing U.S. and Global Equities. Phil has more than 15 years of research and portfolio management experience.
1. On January 31, 2013, the investment objective of the Norrep US Dividend Plus Class was changed from a focus on small and micro capitalization U.S. equities to a broader mandate focused on dividend-paying U.S. equity securities of all capitalizations. If the change had been in effect prior to January 31, 2013, the Fund’s performance could have been materially different.
All price and performance data listed is for the F series. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with mutual fund investments. Please read the prospectus before investing. The indicated rates of return are the historical annual compounded total returns including changes in share value and reinvestment of all dividends and do not take into account sales, redemption, distribution or optional charges or income taxes payable by any securityholder that would have reduced returns. Mutual funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated.
Copyright 2019. Norrep Capital Management Ltd. All rights reserved.
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Sell used Hogan online with up to 90% payouts at thredUP. Be it sandals, or sneakers, or flats, or mule/clog, we will find a new home for things you do not need anymore.
How much will I earn when selling my Hogan clothes?
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Todays economy has turned physicians into business people instead of letting them do their job healing. Our goal for our healthcare clients is to take the business and marketing out of the equation by providing materials and resources that will let them attract and retain patients without losing focus on helping people. From small single practices to large medical facilities and medical device manufacturers we can assist in differentiating you from your competition.
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A year before marking its 40th anniversary, Burkett Restaurant Equipment & Supplies is celebrating the grand opening celebration of its new Perrysburg, Ohio, headquarters. A week of festivities, demos and customer-appreciation days kicked off May 16 at the dealer’s new 95,000-sq.ft. facility.
The renovation is integral to future growth for the dealership. While the building’s office footprint has been cut in half from Burkett’s original square footage, the company’s showroom space has been doubled. The new building also offers a more efficient layout and workflow; LED lights and an updated HVAC system will cut the company’s electricity costs in half.
Burkett, founded in 1977 in Toledo, Ohio, reported sales of more than $25 million in 2015.
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Pop the kernels according to package directions and transfer to a large serving bowl.
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Mix in the remaining ingredients until well combined. Pour the spiced butter over the popcorn and toss until evenly coated. Serve.
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I've shot some near and some far. A number of years ago (before it was legal) I went to Cuba on an assignment to shoot fly fishing and a bit of the culture in and near the old city of Havana. Cuba challenged me with a lot of different approaches to photographing on location. There was of course some great fly fishing with Slipstream Angling out of Toronto, but I was not prepared for the onslaught of visuals in the old city and around town. As a shooter, there's never enough time, you never get it all done, and it's never exactly right, but it was truly overwhelming from the get go. Art, history, food, culture, architecture, music - all hinged at the hip with the fly- fishing experience. As a Culture and Travel portfolio, it's a fair look at what I do, and where I'm headed. There's a lot more to the body of work, but this says what needs to be said.
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Ha! Now that I have boldly gotten your attention… I was raised by a loving, single parent. My mother always tried to teach my siblings and me right from wrong. One of her lessons that has always stuck with me is, “ If you don’t have something nice to say, don’t say anything at all.” I’m pretty sure that many people have heard this saying before; however, since launching this publication, I now totally disagree with this notion. The hardest part about starting a business is trying to persuade people through word and deed that you have a great product. That means talking and having to share positive AND possibly negative information about my publication and belief system.
This process has been a personal and emotional roller coaster ride for me because I’ve always considered myself to be a private person. It’s not that I’m hateful or hate-filled–I’ve just been reserved about expressing myself. The truth of the matter is that I have ultimately grown to see that I can’t remain silent in a world full of apathy. It often appears that no one wants to stand for anything of value unless it benefits him or her. I choose to change this attitude of current society. As a result of my new-found relationship with Christ, I have quickly realized that God can’t use you if you’re quiet. With that being said, I’m constantly sharing my life’s story with complete strangers. According to Matthew 15:18, “But the things that come out of the mouth come from the heart, and these make a man ‘unclean’.”As I speak my truth, I encourage others to talk and share their stories, ideas, spiritual blessings, political views, prejudices, beliefs, etc… I desire to hear honesty so that I may be of service in helping to build bridges within communities and establish change and personal growth around the world. Although in listening to people’s words, I oftentimes observe that their actions don’t always line up with what they profess to believe as truth. LOVE and HATRED can’t live in the same space!
For from within, out of men’s hearts, come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, 22 greed, malice, deceit, lewdness, envy, slander, arrogance and folly.
In order to have a genuine spiritual connection with potential clients, friends, strangers, business partners, investors, etc., one must know what’s being brought to the table of the partnership. A person must discern the message of the messenger. I’m not saying that one person’s beliefs or ideas are right or wrong, but I am suggesting that we as human beings should take inventory of our own hearts. I keep hearing people say, “I want to make America great again”, but what is the “great”ness in which they hope to revive? My opinion is that America has always been great (because based upon Genesis 1:1, it was created greatly), yet it is our country’s lack of understanding, compassion, and empathy (paired with fear of change and scarcity) that drives many to be self-centered.
In closing, some people are driven by fear, hatred, greed, money, social status, etc… Please don’t subscribe to these things. Take inventory of your own heart, and America will become what God desires it to be–a land of love, peace, harmony, and success! Even after reading this, some people may have a sarcastic remark or thought, but I must speak the words to help make the change. Remember, the silence when facing negativity is the silence of consent. Now is a great time to start speaking love and life over our neighborhoods, country, and the world. Get inspired!
Audio began playing when I opened up this website, so irritating!
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Different occasions we find ourselves in situations whereby we need to handle handyman tasks within our homes steads. In some cases, tasks can be complex or larger that needs to be touched on in a shorter duration. Such are the times we look for handyman services. For you to be able to hand over your handyman needs to a trusted handyman service providers, we have provided with a few companies you can reach out to and get your tasks taken care of.
Provision of Quality Work: LS Handyman has a team of experienced and excellently trained professional who use the right equipment to conduct their services ensuring total customer satisfaction.
A trustworthy handyman service that won customer’s heart: LS Handyman is among the trusted and top-rated Singaporean service providers, having set a base of customers who have given many testimonials on its professionalism.
Handyman within the hour: The Company provides quick responses whenever you have an emergency service need the can get to serve in an hour.
The following is the list of services offered by LS Handyman: Installation of taps, shower set, water heat, basin, toilet bowl, telephone, ceiling fan, cooker hood, TV bracket, pictures, shelves, mirrors, blinds, and wall mounted fan.
Replacement of light bulbs switches sockets outlets, doorknob, bedroom door, and leaking pipes. Other services include sliding door repair, aluminum glass door repair, and Painting service, unlock service, clear choked floor trap/ sink/ toilet bowl and assembling furniture.
The company provides an exhaustive list of services it can provide, majoring on small and big services with a focus on providing total customer satisfaction, and innovation.
Versatile Provider of Services: Joydom service will do an analysis of your service need and provide the most suitable service to accomplish your work.
Handy Promotions to Cut Your Cost: Joydom service offers special offers since handyman is not cheap, you can check out current offers on their website.
Many Years of Consisted Experience: This Company began its operation in 2011, it has built its name and acquired potentials clients.
The company provides the following services; Installation of shelves, TV mounts brackets, cooker hood, and PVC shower door. Polish work, demolition of the drywall and furniture assembly.
To get their accurate service cost you need to contact the company.
ServiceHero is a successful innovative company that among the highly experienced handymen in Singapore. It is one of the companies with improvements in the current modern world.
Simple User Interface: The Company has an application supported by both Android and Apple devices that allows you to search for a service, compare quotes and seal services deal in minutes.
Featured widely as the best: The Company has been featured in dozens of publications such as Forbes, CNN, BBC, and others.
Repairs, Installations, home improvements among others.
The cost will vary depending on the service and the handyman selected.
It gets difficult while selecting a service provider that is trustworthy and results to a lot of time consumption while doing the research. But with NTUC Income Home Service Referrals, work have been made easier since they the research for you and they make sure they have made the best selection for you that will met your needs and wants.
Well-trusted referrals for non-hassle repairs and services; Since NTUCs are trustworthy you can feel free to put all your faith on them because they provide any home services you require due to their collaboration with most efficient and convenience service providers. Do some background research on their database before reaching them? In order to make sure that the service providers referred to you are up to the standards they are checked whether they are licensed and experience to ensure good work results and their cost matches their work.
Response within half an hour of quote request; when you submit your free quotation on their website, you will definitely get a respond back within 30 minutes from service providers with full information about their cost and work experience. After agreeing with their terms and conditions, the providers will make arrangement on the best time to carry out the job.
90-day service warranty; In order to feel safe, NTUC Referrers gives 3 months warranty on all their services, this is to minimize any additional cost that may incur if anything goes wrong. Which may include any faulty repairs and service?
This NTUC Company offers home renovations, electric work and air conditioner repair, carpentry, plumbing, appliance repair, painting and installation.
SERVICE COST; They service cost varies depending on the task given, you can make a call on their number or make a quote request via their website.
Fixwerks is well known for being the best repair service providers in Singapore. A lot of positive feedback has been said since their goal is to handle any task with high most professionalism, ethical standards and skills in order to meet their customer’s expectation.
A knowledgeable, professional and highly-experienced handyman team: For these reasons, they give quality and reasonable cost to all their customers.
Nationwide coverage without hidden fees cost; Fixwerks do not prioritize where their customers live in Singapore, they always come to your place and do the job, and they do not charge location fee.
One-stop repair service; the company offers a variety of appliances needed to be repaired. You just need to contact their repair team if you any trouble with your oven, fridge, dryer, wine chiller, stove and washing machine.
One-year guarantee on all service; 12 months guarantee is given by Fixwerks on all the task they do for their customers and if anything goes sideways they will fix the issue without any additional cost.
Fixwerks provide the following; cabinet and cupboard repairs, installation of wall mounting, installation appliance and home improvements.
5 BEST AND CHEAP AIRCON SERVICING COMPANIES IN SINGAPORE THE 5 BEST AND CHEAP PLUMBER SERVICES IN SINGAPORE.
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There has been a death in Dallas due to an Ebola infection and 6 Americans are believed to be infected. Is this the beginning of a pandemic?
Blood Types: What's Your Flavor?
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Investment markets naturally react to major events as new information is factored into prices in the short term. Vanguard Australia's 2015 Index Chart shows both the short-term impacts but also the value of investors taking a long-term perspective and riding through times when markets turn down.
The 2015 edition of Vanguard's annual Index Chart analysis, which measures returns across key market indexes over a 30 year period, tracked market moves across Australian shares, international shares, US shares, Australian bonds, listed property and cash. Analysis of Australian shares based on a $10,000 investment in 1985 shows it would have accumulated to $215,685 today, with an average growth of 10.8 per cent per annum.
A key feature the chart, designed to give financial advisers and investors a simple reference point to key indexes' performance, is expanded information about historical events that have had notable impacts on market performance.
Vanguard Australia Head of Market Strategy and Communication, Robin Bowerman, said the chart demonstrated the value investors could find in resisting the urge to panic during market downturns.
"If you look at milestones on the Vanguard chart like the Black Monday market crash in the 1980s, the Asian economic crisis in the 1990s or the Tech Wreck early last decade you can see short term reactions, but markets as a whole have consistently recovered and continued to grow," Mr Bowerman said.
"The main lesson investors can take away is that choosing good quality, low cost index funds and resisting the urge to move to seemingly safer investments when downturns occur will pay off in the long term.
"Even if another catastrophic global event occurs and hits investor confidence, this analysis shows that, over the long term, major asset classes have rewarded investors for the risk taken with growth. That's why investors should be cautious about letting recent headline events like the Greek economic downturn or reported concerns about the Chinese stock market alter their investment strategy.
"Investors should also be cautious about trying to time market moves. At Vanguard, we are strong proponents of a well-diversified, low cost portfolio. Setting your asset allocation mix is arguably the most important decision we make as investors, and your personal circumstances and ability to withstand market shocks should underpin your allocations."
Vanguard makes an annually updated index performance chart available to financial advisers and individual investors each year. An interactive version is also available online. Although the interactive index chart has traditionally been updated annually, the data will now be updated monthly, to give users the most current index performance information throughout the year.
The Vanguard Index Chart has a long history as an educational resource for advisers to assist clients in demonstrating the long-term performance of key indexes and showing the value of a long-term, diversified investment strategy with indexing at its core.
Vanguard has produced index charts available to the industry for 15 years.
To view the Vanguard 2015 Index Chart online, visit vanguard.com.au/indexchart. To order a hard copy chart or download a PDF version, visit vanguard.com.au/indexchart2015.
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Puff's Promotions and Cousin Dave Entertainment bring to you the 5th Annual Schuylkill County Brew Fest as it returns to a new venue for 2019! As part of the Pottsville Continued Progress Project, we are taking over Centre Street between Market and Laurel in Downtown Pottsville!
This is a 21+ event. NO MINORS. If you appear to be visibly intoxicated you will be flagged and asked to stop drinking at the event. Designated Driver's found drinking at the event will escorted out by Security along with their party.
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Last month the results of the 2017 Virginia Governor's Cup wine competition were announced. I've had the privileged of judging in the preliminary round of competition (all blind, of course) for the past three years and am always waiting on pins and needles to see who comes out on top. To toast to this year's winners I reached into my cellar for some fabulous Virginia bubbles!
The Scintilla is made by the Virginia winery Veritas. Every time I'm around Charlottesville I try to stop in at Veritas for a few bottles of this, plus some Harlequin Chardonnay and Petite Verdot.
The Scintilla is made in the traditional champagne method. It spends two years on the lees (spent yeast cells) for two years, building up delicious yeasty notes.
Review: The wine has a pale golden hue with tiny streaming bubbles. Aromas of orchard fruit, pastry, and honeysuckle dominate the nose. On the palate it is dry with zippy acid and a generous mousse. I love the way the flavors of quince and lemon zest help bring out the intense biscuit, roasted nut, and brioche notes.
Food Pairing: The wine is versatile, with the freshness for a perfect aperitif and the intensity to stand up to richer dishes, too. I enjoyed it with a plate of soft cheese and salty charcuterie.
Bottom Line: A lovely sparkler - great for any occasion. I only wish this weren't my last bottle!
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Sugar flowers need not be the only decoration to add to an Anniversary Cake. Sweet Christines can supply edible images which could show the happy couple on their wedding day, show their children and/or grandchildren.Sugar models can also be made of the couple. Multiple tiers can be supplied. One months notice is required for sponge cakes and two months for fruit cakes. A delivery service is not normally available for Anniversary Cakes.
Sweet Christines can make for you, a golden anniversary cake, a 50th wedding anniversary cake, a silver anniversary cake, a 25th wedding anniversary cake, a pearl anniversary cake, 30th wedding anniversary cake, a ruby anniversary cake, a 40th wedding anniversary cake, a diamond anniversary cake, a 60th wedding anniversary cake - in fact any anniversary can be celebrated with a Sweet Christines cake.
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Okay, so I really haven't done all 11 tags on Tim's 12 Days of Christmas Tags, but here is the one I created for day 11, with some modification. I used the Ave Maria Set from Artistic Outpost, the "joy" is from SU's set The Snowflake Spot. Be sure to check out the other great stamps at Artistic Outpost. It's the first holiday season at the Outpost, and Robyn's got some specials to celebrate her grand opening!
Be sure to check out fellow Artistic Outpost Design Team Member, Gerrie Johnnic's Blog - she's been doing a lot of Tim's 12 Days of Christmas Tags, with sets from the Outpost!
Love the tag, it's so pretty! Like your new picture too!
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Find more new poké places Downtown, and in Carmel and Fishers.
The raw fish on rice craze has reached burger-loving Indiana. In the past year, four new quick-service poké bowl places have popped up in and around Indianapolis, and one is coming soon to City Market.
Poké, pronounced poh-kay, is a Hawaiian tuna salad fisherman originally made for themselves using raw fish scraps. The simple dish has inspired poké bowls full of not just seafood, but also rice, grains or greens, fresh fruit, raw vegetables, various sauces, fish and other seafood. Think of it as deconstructed sushi.
It's all part of a national poké trend happening thanks to America's love of sushi and never-ending quest to eat healthy on the run.
If bubble tea and poké bowls are your thing, hit this wood-paneled space that resembles a bamboo hideaway. Find sushi burritos here, too. They're seaweed wraps rolled around rice, your choice of vegetables, raw fish and sauce. Poké, pronounced poh-kay, is a Hawaiian tuna salad fisherman originally made for themselves using raw fish scraps, but here you may substitute raw salmon but also cooked bacon, chicken, crab, shrimp and tofu. Sip smoothies, including fresh avocado, standard bubble teas or house specialties. The Hulk blends red guava, passion fruit and lychee jelly. It's OK to ask for less sugar in your drinks.
Entrepreneur and self-proclaimed "foodie at heart" Adam Odgaard sources and cuts fish for the tuna and salmon poké bowls and even poké nachos on crispy wontons. The stand opened July 23 at Indy City Market. Tucked upstairs, off Market Street, near Mile Square Coffee, Poké Guru offers build-your-own bowls with fresh additions such as daikon, cucumbers and pineapple and from-scratch dressings inspired by Thai peanut and Korean barbecue sauces.
Poké lovers near Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis check this quick-service place that just opened. In Hawaiian, the word "ali’l" means "a member of a noble Hawaiian family." Two things are different here: You may choose tortilla chips instead of rice or spring mix to anchor your bowl, and boiled octopus is available in addition to raw tuna and salmon. Octopus, or “tako” in Japanese, is one of the most popular poké toppings Hawaii. Try it with scallions, soy sauce, sesame and a hot, spicy element like jalapeno, spicy mayonnaise or honey wasabi.
Nacho poke?? It’s my poke! 😂With tortilla chips! Want something different? Every bit is different. Try it Ali’i style with some spicy crabmeat!!
As far as dedicated poké restaurants go, this was the Indianapolis area’s first one, and growth was quick. It landed in Carmel in mid-2017 followed a few months later by a location in Fishers. Choose a bowl of sushi rice, brown rice or spring mix salad and then tell servers what you want next: raw tuna or salmon, cooked shrimp, eel, spicy crab, barbecue pork, broiled beef and caramelized Spam are available. Toppings include avocado, kimchi, mango, pineapple, carrots, corn, cucumber, ginger or seaweed salad to name a few. Dress the blend with spicy aioli, sweet eel sauce, pineapple sauce or sriracha. Yes, you may mix them up. Crunchy bits like fried onions and Asian noodles are be the final touches.
This hotel restaurant launched in April offers a poké bowl at brunch, lunch and dinner. Raw tuna lands on a bed of baby bell pepper, cucumber, snap peas, rainbow carrots and a lot of iceberg lettuce. Ask for extra ginger dressing to wake up the lettuce. Toasted sesame seeds are sprinkled on top.
Japanese rice bowls called “donburi” or “don” are similar to poké bowls and this lively and casual Asian market/cafe does them so well. Tuna sashimi comes on tekka don, named for the gambling dens (tekkaba) where it was served from the mid-1600s to the early 1900s. Light appetites find a mini don here with tuna and/or salmon on rice. The salmon rice salad features salmon sashimi atop rice and lettuce.
Purists may argue, “No, no, no! Poké is raw fish,” but I'm OK with the Alaskan crab poké bowl's tender, sweet crab on sticky rice with cucumber, avocado, pineapple, red pepper, wakame, strawberries and ponzu sauce. Who’s with me?
Choose this chain restaurant's “original” poké bowl of tuna and salmon on sushi rice or field greens with avocado, red onion, cucumber, seaweed salad and sweet sesame dressing. Want your seafood cooked? Try the steamed shrimp version with sushi rice, red onion, spicy motoyaki sauce, avocado, cucumber, seaweed salad, sweet sesame sauce and the imitation crab known as surimi.
How many calories are really in a poké bowl? The menu at this chain lists counts for its bowls, but you many not want to know. The spicy Polynesian poké bowl with spicy tuna, mixed greens, rice, avocado, sambal chile sauce, pickled ginger, crispy shallots, cucumbers and fresh cilantro rings in at 760 calories. The ahi avocado salad, with ahi tuna poké atop all vegetables with crispy wontons and wasabi vinaigrette, no rice, may sound like the better idea. Alas, it’s a 770-calorie bowl.
This chain dedicates nearly all of its menu to bowls, including the the ahi tuna poké bowl with cabbage, cucumber, quinoa, carrots, scallions, avocado, kale, almonds, sesame seeds and edamame, which sounds so light but contains 1,000 calories. Add the suggested miso sesame ginger dressing for another 140 calories.
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Celebrating Christmas with singing carols, listening to excellent musical performance and reading the Bible.
The service starts at 5pm followed by BBQ dinner from 6pm.
A warm invitation to all.
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Most people have heard of a knee or shoulder arthroscopy but are not aware of an ankle arthroscopic procedure, which may be used to evaluate and treat some common ailments of the ankle. Surgical arthroscopy may be useful in diagnosing and treating disorders of the ankle joint in order to help you get back on your feet and get on with your life.
Ankle Arthritis: Ankle arthroscopy is used to perform a fusion surgery for many patients with end-stage ankle arthritis, with results better than open surgery.
Ankle Fractures: Fracture repair to realign bone and cartilage uses ankle arthroscopic procedure along with open techniques. Ankle Arthroscope is used to look for cartilage injuries inside the ankle.
Ankle Instability: Arthroscopic techniques can be used to tighten the ligaments in the ankle region for stability and support. When ligaments of the ankle become over-stretched, it may seem like the ankle will give way.
Anterior Ankle Impingement: Inflammation of the bone or surrounding soft tissue in the ankle causes ankle impingement. Patients will experience ankle pain, swelling, inability to walk uphill, and to bend the ankle. Bone spurs or osteophytes will be seen on X-rays. Ankle arthroscopy can be used to shave away bone spur growth and inflamed tissues.
Arthrofibrosis: Arthrofibrosis occurs when scar tissue can form within the ankle. Ankle arthroscopy can be used to identify and remove the scar tissue.
Infection: When there is infection in the joint space, antibiotics alone may not do the job, it requires an urgent arthroscopic surgery to wash out the joint.
Loose Bodies: Loose bodies of cartilage, bone and scar tissue that are free floating in the joint can cause painful problems, with clicking and catching. The ankle joint may lock up too. Ankle arthroscopy can help locate and remove the loose bodies.
Osteochondral defect (OCD): Fractures and sprains in the ankle region cause damage to cartilage and bone in the area leading to OCD. Patients experience pain, ankle swelling, clicking in the ankle. For OCD patients, arthroscopic surgery involves scraping away the damaged cartilage and drilling small holes in the bone to promote natural healing. There may be bone grafting and cartilage transplant needed along with arthroscopy.
Posterior ankle impingement: There may be inflammation of the soft tissue at the back of the ankle, which makes pointing the foot down painful. This is quite a common injury among dancers and it can be associated with an extra bone called antrigonum. Arthroscopy helps remove the problem tissue.
Synovitis: The soft synovial tissue lining can become inflamed causing severe pain and swelling. Synovitis can occur due to sudden injury, overuse, RA and osteoarthritis too. Ankle arthroscopy can be used to surgically remove non-responsive inflamed tissue.
Unexplained Ankle Symptoms: There are symptoms that patients often develop which cannot be explained by any other traditional diagnostic techniques. Surgeons will perform arthroscopy to look directly into the joint in order to correctly identify the problem, so that surgery can be performed.
Is Ankle Arthroscopy the Best Treatment for Ankle Arthritis?
Ankle Arthroscopy is frequently performed as an outpatient procedure with a few small incisions, resulting in reduced pain and fewer issues with wound healing. But this procedure may not benefit some patients with severe ankle arthritis. You may not be an appropriate surgical candidate if there are any active infections present or you suffer from some other medical problems.
The best way to know if you are good surgical candidate for ankle arthroscopy is to speak with your physician.
The operative leg is marked by the surgeon prior to surgery.
The patient is taken to the operating room and given anesthesia.
A tourniquet is applied to the leg and cleaned. The surgeon may use a device to “stretch” the ankle joint so that it easier to see during surgery.
Small incisions are made in the front and/or back of the ankle, which become the entry sites into the ankle for the arthroscopic camera and instruments.
Sterile fluid is passed into the joint to expand it for better visualization. The camera and instruments are often inserted through different incisions to perform the surgery.
After the surgery is complete, the incisions are sutured up. A sterile dressing is placed over the sutures.
A splint or boot may be recommended.
There will be some pain and swelling following surgery and the leg has to be kept elevated. Depending on the kind of surgery performed, you may not be able to walk on the leg immediately and it may take several months for full rehabilitation.
Sutures can be removed one to two weeks after surgery, if needed. And your surgeon will determine when activities and physical therapy can be allowed.
If you have any ankle pain or questions about ankle arthroscopy, contact an orthopedic specialists at IBJI. The Illinois Bone & Joint Institute has more than 90 orthopedic physicians, and 20 locations throughout Chicago. We’re here to help you move better so you can live better.
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An unmodifiable set containing some common English words that are not usually useful for searching.
Builds an analyzer which removes words in ENGLISH_STOP_WORDS_SET.
Builds an analyzer with the stop words from the given set.
Builds an analyzer with the stop words from the given file.
Builds an analyzer with the stop words from the given reader.
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In general, covenants not to compete involve an employee in the state of Massachusetts who agrees not to work for competitors of their employer when they leave the company. Such covenants are frequently called "non-compete" clauses". An employee who signs them either does so as a condition to employment or they may receive compensation for the agreement.
Knowing in advance whether a judge will enforce an employee's non-compete clause can be hard. Even if the employee's interests may be important Massachusetts courts will certainly assign great weight to a person's freedom to choose the type of employment that is suitable for them. Accordingly, only those covenants which are deemed to be reasonable will be upheld by the court. Those provisions that courts have seen to be unreasonable include those that last for an prolonged period of time or cover geographic areas around Brockton that are unreasonably large.
Before signing anything that may restrict your rights, you may want to hire a Brockton, Massachusetts attorney to review the contract. A lawyer can then negotiate to modify the covenant as needed, or may even draft a new one that is acceptable to both parties Employers can receive useful advice from an attorney should they decide to sue a worker for breaching a covenant, and employees who have signed such covenants can also benefit from a lawyer's counseling.
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